All Co-op Local News July 2026

WINGS OF WONDER

Experience the magic of butterflies

Check the Hour

By Andy Carter Member Engagement Manager

Summer heat can mean more electricity use. Air conditioners run longer, refrigerators work harder, and daily routines like cooking and laundry often overlap during the warmest parts of the day. That’s also when the demand for electricity across our community is at its highest.

At Empire Electric Association, our priority is delivering safe, reliable and affordable power whenever you need it. But during peak energy hours — 1 p.m. through 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday — there’s added pressure on the grid as homes and businesses require larger amounts of electricity, all at the same time. On the hottest days, that strain can be significant. The good news is that small changes at home can make a meaningful difference.

A programmable thermostat can automatically adjust your home’s temperature when demand is highest, helping you stay comfortable while using energy more efficiently. An adjustment of only a few degrees during peak hours can be effective.

Using a slow cooker, air fryer, or outdoor grill instead of the oven keeps your home more comfortable and reduces the need for additional cooling during warmer weather. When it comes to laundry, air-drying clothes or spacing out loads can cut down on energy use and indoor heat. All these choices can reduce your demand charge to save even more.

Don’t overlook ceiling fans, either. They can help you feel several degrees cooler, allowing you to raise your thermostat setting without sacrificing comfort.

Think of our electric grid like a highway system. During rush hour, traffic is heavy, congestion builds, and everything slows down. But when drivers adjust their schedules, even slightly, it helps ease the bottleneck. The same principle applies to energy use.

By shifting some of your high-energy activities to off-peak hours — like doing laundry later in the evening, running the dishwasher before you go to bed, or cooking meals earlier in the day — you’re helping spread out demand. That reduces pressure on the grid during those critical peak hours and can reduce your bill if you are on the Time of Use Demand rate.

Here are a few simple steps you can take to lower energy use during peak hours.

Check the hour before you use the power. Remembering that EEA’s on-peak time is 1 p.m. through 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday can help you decide when to use high energy appliances.

These actions may seem small on their own, but together, they add up. Making mindful choices about when and how to use electricity reduces strain on the grid and may help reduce your bill.

As an Empire Electric member, you’re not just a customer — you’re part of a community working together to power our future. Every effort you make contributes to a stronger, more resilient system. That’s the cooperative difference.

This summer, check the hour before you use the power. A few simple shifts can go a long way in keeping your home comfortable, your energy use efficient and our grid running smoothly — no matter how high the summertime temperatures climb.

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A Lifetime of Service

Can you remember what you were doing on January 22, 1979? Scott Twilley can. That was his first day of work at Empire Electric Association as a groundman and meter reader. The first day of a career that spans 47 ½ years — more than half the time EEA has existed — earns him the title of longest serving employee. Twilley was born and raised in Cahone and graduated from Dove Creek High School. He was known for his athleticism, and his physical abilities served him well in his chosen trade.

High voltage line work is a trade where apprentices are taught by experienced linemen on the job and not in a classroom. Twilley began his apprenticeship shortly after being hired and advanced to journeyman lineman in May 1987. He recalls being taught by Bob Baer and John Rowley who had decades in the trade. “Bob was amazing,” Twilley recalled. “He could fix anything and really understood how high voltage systems work.” Twilley was promoted to working foreman in February 1995 and then became construction line superintendent in June 2006, the position he will retire from on July 31.

When asked about his favorite part of being a lineman, Twilley said it was being outside working with the guys to make sure the power stayed on. He has been a part of many system improvements, including building the test well three-phase bank for Shell Oil’s proposed CO2 project that is now owned and operated by Kinder Morgan, EEA’s largest load.

General Manager Josh Dellinger described Twilley as being a walking warehouse of co-op knowledge whose experience will be sorely missed. “We and our members are grateful for Twilley’s many years of dedicated service.”

Twilley’s retirement plans include relaxing at his cabin, hunting and fishing, and spending more time with friends and family. Please join us in thanking Twilley for his 47 ½ years of service to our co-op and community and wishing him all the best in retirement.

MONTHLY CALENDAR AND CO-OP PHOTO CONTEST WINNER

July 3 – EEA office closed in observance of Independence Day.

July 10 – EEA board meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. at 23999 Road L.4, Cortez, CO. The agenda is posted 10 days in advance of the meeting at eea.coop. Members may attend in person or remotely. Instructions to attend remotely are included on the agenda.

Rocky Sanders Retires

After more than 32 years of faithful service to Empire Electric Association, Rocky Sanders is ready for retirement. Rocky was hired by EEA on March 21, 1994, as an apprentice lineman. He completed his apprenticeship in April 1998 and served 20 years as a journeyman lineman until he was promoted to working foreman in April 2018, the position he will retire from on July 30.

Rocky worked for Dolores County and High Country Elevator before starting with EEA. He also served his community as a volunteer firefighter. Rocky said his favorite part of being a lineman was working alongside good people.

General Manager Josh Dellinger remarked “I appreciate Rocky’s service to EEA and our members on the western side of our service territory. He has been a dependable part of our team and his experience will be missed.”

Rocky looks forward to relaxing in retirement. “I’m especially looking forward to watching a good lightning storm knowing I won’t be called out for an outage or a fire.” Please join us in thanking Rocky for his many years of service to our co-op and community and wishing him an enjoyable, well-deserved retirement.

The weather is hot and dry! Is your home prepared if there is a wildfire?

Remove dead plants, dry grass, weeds, and pine needles within 5 feet of your home.

Relocate firewood, patio furniture, trash bins, and bicycles away from your walls and avoid storing items underneath your deck. Thin your trees and shrubs within 30 feet of your structures.

Your Piece of the Pie

Understanding GCEA capital credits

By Logann Long Marketing and Communications Coordinator

At GCEA, we’re powered by people, not profits. Unlike investor-owned utilities, we don’t serve outside shareholders. We serve you, our members. That’s the cooperative difference.

Because the members we serve are also the owners of GCEA, every decision we make is focused on strengthening our local communities. Instead of sending profits elsewhere, we reinvest margins back into the cooperative to improve reliability, support innovation, and build a stronger energy future for all of us.

And when finances allow, we’re able to share the success of the cooperative directly with our members by returning a portion of those margins through capital credits.

WHAT ARE CAPITAL CREDITS?

Capital credits, also called patronage capital, represent your ownership equity in GCEA. As a cost-based organization, GCEA operates with the goal of covering expenses, not generating profits. When revenues exceed operating costs, the remaining funds are recognized as margins. Each year, a portion of those margins is allocated to members based on the amount of electricity they purchased during that year.

At GCEA, capital credits are typically retired on approximately a 24-year cycle. Returning patronage capital over time helps ensure the cooperative remains financially strong while fulfilling our commitment to share the success of the co-op with our members.

We like to think of it as your “piece of the pie.”

A FASTER WAY TO ACCESS YOUR CAPITAL CREDITS

The Capital Credit Certificate Program, gives members the option to cash out a portion of their capital credits early. Each year, members receive a certificate showing their share of the co-op’s margins from the previous year.

Gunnison County Electric Association (GCEA) is pleased to present this certificate to you. This certificate represents your 2025 GCEA Patronage Capital Allocation.**

As a member of GCEA, you are more than just a customer - you are also an owner. Patronage Capital represents your equity ownership in your cooperative.

Patronage Capital is just one of the many benefits of being a GCEA member. GCEA also offers reasonable rates, quality service, and other programs that bring value to you as a member.

REDEEM YOUR CERTIFICATE YOUR WAY

Members who participate in the program can choose how to redeem their certificate:

• Apply it as a credit on their electric bill

• Receive payment by check

• Donate it to support the GCEA Care for Community Fund

Patronage Capital Certificates are mailed mid-year each year, so keep an eye on your mailbox and don’t miss your chance to claim your piece of the pie.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

Want to learn more about the Capital Credit Program? Our member support specialists are happy to help answer your questions, explain how the program works, and help you understand your options.

Thank you for being a member of GCEA and for investing in your local cooperative.

MOVING? KEEP YOUR INFORMATION UPDATED

Even if you no longer receive electric service from GCEA, you may still receive future capital credit retirements. Be sure to keep your mailing address and contact information up to date.

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Royalty Rooted in Tradition

GCEA is proud to sponsor the 2026 Cattlemen’s Days Rodeo and the Cattlemen’s Royalty, honoring the ranchers who brought electricity to Gunnison Country in 1938 and helped power our community for generations.

Cattlemen’s Days Rodeo is the longest consecutive running rodeo in Colorado. For the last 126 years, we have gathered together not just as neighbors, but as a community to celebrate who we are, and what makes rodeo great.

AbigAil

My name is Abigail Isham, and to say the town of Gunnison runs through my blood would be an understatement. I am a fifth-generation local and cattlewoman, and it all started when my great-great-grandpa settled in the valley. He helped carve out the town and roads that are still here to this day. When he and the other ranchers got together for branding the summer of 1900, they celebrated after finishing and held our first rodeo. That was the start of my family’s participation in Cattlemen’s Days.

Over the next 126 years, my family grew while continuing to help grow Gunnison. I fell in love with the lifestyle, the work, the dedication, and family that surrounds the cattlemen’s way of life. From the moment I bought my first horse to today, it’s been a whirlwind of adventures and fun. I have always set goals for myself, and when I saw the beautiful girls riding as fast as possible in the arena, trusting their horses, it became my goal to become a Cattlemen’s Days Queen.

This position is more than a crown, more than a buckle, or any bling. For me, this is who I am. This is my family and my town. This role is not just about dressing up. It’s about representing everyone who gets up before the crack of dawn to tend to the livestock. It’s about honoring those who came before us and built what we have today. It’s about showing the grit and determination of those who finish the job and never give up.

Getting to be your Cattlemen’s Days Queen has been such a privilege and means the world to me. My hope is that somewhere out there, another little girl is getting excited by the animals, the 8-second timer, and the girls riding around the arena. I hope I have inspired them to never give up and to put in the work so one day they can have the chance to wear the crown too. I hope everyone who came before me is proud of the work I’m doing to continue our legacy as cattlemen.

Dixie

Howdy! My name is Dixie Sponable, and I am super honored to be your 2026 Cattlemen’s Days Jr. Miss. To me, Cattlemen’s Days is way more than just a rodeo. It’s family, tradition, and a big part of our community.

My journey with Cattlemen’s Days started when I was only a few weeks old because my parents brought me to committee meetings as a baby. You could say I was born into the Cattlemen’s Days family.

Growing up in this valley means growing up loving the Western way of life. My family has been a part of Cattlemen’s Days for many years. They have been committee members, royalty, and volunteers working hard behind the scenes to make everything happen.

That is why it means so much to me to continue our family tradition. But Cattlemen’s Days is not just about one family — it’s about the whole community coming together. I think we are really lucky to live in a place where people care so much about keeping our Western heritage alive.

I am so proud to represent the spirit and tradition of Cattlemen’s Days.

Your Home Energy Upgrade Made Simple

Free tools, rebates, and easy financing from GCEA

Homeowners: considering home improvements but not sure where to start or what they might cost? Gunnison County Electric Association has three programs to help make the process easy.

START WITH OUR DIY TOOL

Looking for a quick and simple way to make your home more comfortable, healthier, and energy-efficient — while lowering your utility bills? GCEA’s Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Upgrade Assessment Tool makes it easy!

After entering a few basic details about your home, you’ll receive personalized upgrade recommendations complete with:

• Estimated costs

• Rebates and incentives

• Energy savings estimates

• Payback timelines

The tool also highlights financing options, including On-Bill Repayment (OBR) and rebates. It connects you with qualified contractors so you can confidently move forward with the most cost-effective improvements.

EASY FINANCING WITH ON-BILL REPAYMENT

GCEA’s On-Bill Repayment Program helps make energy-efficient and clean energy upgrades more accessible for homeowners.

We connect members with:

• Rebates and incentives

Scan this QR code to complete GCEA’s Energy Upgrade Assessment.

EXPLORE GCEA’S REBATE PROGRAM

GCEA partners with Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association to offer our Energy Efficiency Rebate Program

Take advantage of rebates that help lower the upfront cost of energy-efficient upgrades for your home.

Scan this QR code to find rebate opportunities.

• Flexible financing options

• Energy education and audits

• Qualified contractors

• High-efficiency equipment and upgrades

Our OBR program helps address gaps in traditional loan availability, making it easier to invest in energy-saving improvements that reduce emissions, increase comfort, and lower monthly energy costs.

Best of all, repayment is simple and convenient. You pay directly through your monthly electricity bill.

Scan this QR code for information about GCEA’s On-Bill Repayment program.

WINGS OF WONDER

Experience the magic of butterflies

Democratic Member Control: Service Beyond Self

By Brian Woods Board President

One of the things I deeply respect about our military men and women is their commitment to something greater than themselves. Service members willingly sacrifice personal comfort, time with family, and often their own safety in support of their communities and our nation. Their example reminds us that strong organizations and strong communities depend on people who choose participation, responsibility, and service.

While an electric cooperative is very different from military service, I believe there is an important shared value: commitment to the people we serve.

Grand Valley Power exists because local people came together generations ago with the belief that rural communities deserved reliable electric service and local representation. That belief still guides us today through one of the cooperative principles known as Democratic Member Control.

Unlike investor-owned utilities that answer primarily to shareholders, Grand Valley Power is owned by the members it serves. Every member has an equal voice and an equal vote in the future of the cooperative. This principle helps ensure local priorities, values, and accountability remain at the center of decision-making.

Board elections are one of the most important ways members participate in that process. Directors are elected from within the communities they serve and are entrusted to make thoughtful decisions regarding reliability, financial stewardship, safety, technology, and the long-term direction of the cooperative.

Board positions at Grand Valley Power are also unique in that they are not political offices in the traditional sense. Cooperative directors are not elected to represent political parties or partisan interests. Instead, they are local members entrusted to focus on the reliable delivery of electric service, responsible financial stewardship, long-term planning, and the overall success of the cooperative for all members.

The cooperative model works best when decisions remain grounded in facts, transparency, respectful discussion, and the shared interests of the communities we serve. Democratic participation is strongest when members are informed and engaged through accurate information, thoughtful discussion, and a

clear understanding of the issues facing the cooperative.

In today’s world, information often moves quickly and can sometimes be shaped by emotion, incomplete context, or outside influences that may not fully understand the needs and priorities of our local communities. That is why Grand Valley Power places importance on transparency, open communication, financial accountability, and providing members with reliable information regarding cooperative operations and governance.

Strong member participation depends not only on voting, but also on taking time to review facts, ask questions, and make informed decisions that support the long-term strength and reliability of the cooperative.

As a locally governed cooperative, Grand Valley Power is uniquely positioned because decisions are made by members of the communities we serve — people who understand the challenges, values, and priorities of Western Colorado. Democratic participation may seem simple, but it remains one of the defining strengths of the cooperative model and helps preserve local control and accountability.

Across our country, we are fortunate to enjoy freedoms and opportunities that generations of Americans sacrificed to protect. Participation in local organizations, communities, and elections — including cooperative elections — is one way we honor those values and preserve local representation for future generations.

As Grand Valley Power members, we are more than customers. We are member-owners with both a voice and a responsibility in helping guide the future of our cooperative.

Because we have three candidates running for three positions, this year’s election will be conducted in-person at the annual meeting. Ballots will not be mailed to members.

Even so, I encourage every eligible member to learn about the candidates, stay informed on cooperative issues, and participate in annual director elections. Your vote helps ensure Grand Valley Power remains locally governed, member-focused, and committed to serving the needs of our communities for years to come.

GVP Wins Excellence in Communication Awards

Grand Valley Power communicators have received recognition among state peers for their work to keep cooperative members informed.

The GVP communications team won four awards for Grand Valley Power’s local pages in Colorado Country Life magazine. The magazine’s Excellence in Communication contest recognizes the best in multiple categories including writing, photography, and overall publication among 21 Colorado electric cooperatives.

GVP Chief Operating Officer Derek Elder won first place for his safety piece titled “It’s A Way of Life.” Communication Specialist Tanya Marchun received a firstplace award in digital media for a 13-post social media campaign highlighting GVP lineworkers and celebrating Lineworker Appreciation Day.

Rounding out the awards for GVP, Director of Member Services and Communication Rita-Lyn Sanders won first place for her community article “Scholarships Empower the Pursuit of Dreams,” and a second-place award for her industry article “Knowledge Is Power.”

Director Election to Occur at Annual Meeting

No ballots will be mailed to members this year. Because the number of people nominated for directors is equal to the number of vacancies, the Board of Directors has decided to eliminate the mail vote for this election. Instead, the members present at the meeting of the members will elect the nominated and eligible director candidates.

The candidates running for election are incumbents Joseph Burtard, Joe Landini, and Janie VanWinkle. Candidate information is posted online at gvp.org/director-election.

As a cooperative member, each eligible Grand Valley Power account holder or spouse has the right to vote for up to three directors. Members have only one vote per election, regardless of the number of accounts or meters with GVP.

The election will be conducted by acclamation during the annual meeting of the members to be held at Colorado Mesa University on Thursday, August 6, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Meyer Ballroom. RSVP online to attend the meeting at gvp.org/exactly.

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9:00 A.M. THIRD WED OF EACH MONTH

DAILY TIPS:

Have your account number ready!

BOARD MEETING NOTICE

Turn up the thermostat

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Grand Valley Power board meetings are open to members, consumers, and the public. Regularly scheduled board meetings are held at 9 a.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at the Grand Valley Power office, located at 845 22 Road, Grand Junction, Colorado. The monthly agenda is posted in the lobby of the office 10 days before each meeting and posted on the GVP website.

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If anyone desires to address the Board of Directors, please let us know in advance and you will be placed on the agenda.

WINGS OF WONDER

Experience the magic of butterflies

Shift Timing, Shift Savings

By Dennis Herman General Manager

As we settle into the heat of July, our homes naturally use more electricity. Air conditioners run longer, refrigerators work harder, and daily routines — from cooking dinner to doing laundry — often overlap during the warmest parts of the day. That’s also when the demand for electricity across our community is at its highest.

At Highline Electric Association, our top priority is delivering safe, reliable, and affordable power whenever you need it. But during peak energy hours, afternoons, and evenings during the summer — there’s added pressure on the grid as homes and irrigation wells require larger amounts of electricity, all at the same time. On the hottest days, that strain can be significant.

The good news is that small changes at home can make a meaningful difference.

Think of our electric grid like a highway system. During rush hour, traffic is heavy, congestion builds, and everything slows down. But when drivers adjust their schedules, even slightly, it helps ease the bottleneck. The same principle applies to energy use.

By shifting some of your high-energy activities to off-peak hours — like doing laundry later in the evening, running the dishwasher before you go to bed, or cooking meals earlier in the day — you’re helping spread out demand. That reduces pressure on the grid during those critical peak hours.

Here are a few simple steps you can take to lower energy use during peak hours.

Smart technology can be a valuable partner in saving energy. A programmable or smart thermo-

stat can automatically adjust your home’s temperature when demand is highest, helping you stay comfortable while using energy more efficiently. Even a small adjustment of a few degrees during peak hours can make a difference.

In the kitchen, simple swaps can help. Using a slow cooker, air fryer, or outdoor grill instead of the oven keeps your home more comfortable and reduces the need for additional cooling during the warmer parts of the day. And when it comes to laundry, air-drying clothes or spacing out loads can cut down on both energy use and indoor heat.

Don’t overlook the power of ceiling fans. They can help you feel several degrees cooler, allowing you to raise your thermostat setting without sacrificing comfort.

These actions may seem small on their own, but together, they add up. When many members make mindful choices about when and how they use electricity, it helps reduce peak demand, eases strain on the grid, and supports more stable energy costs for our local communities.

As a Highline member, you’re not just a customer — you’re part of a community working together to power our future. Every effort you make contributes to a stronger, more resilient system. That’s the cooperative difference.

This summer, I encourage you to take a closer look at your daily routines. A few simple shifts can go a long way in keeping your home comfortable, your energy use efficient, and our grid running smoothly — no matter how high the summertime temperatures climb.

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Youth Camp Attendees

Highline Electric Association is proud to announce that Greyson Biesemeier and Maddox Herskind have been selected to represent Highline at the Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp near Clark this July. Lydia Willeke, a 2025 camper, was elected to the ambassador role and will return this summer. Highline covers all expenses — transportation, accommodations, meals, and admission fees — for Greyson, Maddox, and Lydia. There are a ton of great activities planned for Youth Leadership Camp. Students from Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Wyoming will learn about cooperative governance,

hear an amazing leadership speaker, ride a gondola to the top of Mount Werner, play volleyball, watch a high-voltage display, float down the Colorado River, dance under the mountain stars, and more.

OFFICE CLOSURE

Highline Electric Association offices will be closed Thursday, July 2, to observe Independence Day. As a reminder, we are regularly closed Fridays. Normal business hours will resume Monday, July 6.

ON BILL REPAYMENT PROGRAM

Highline Electric Association’s On Bill Repayment program helps members make energy saving home improvements with no upfront cost. Eligible upgrades — like insulation, heat pumps, electrical panel upgrades, or EV chargers — are financed through a nonprofit partner and repaid conveniently on your monthly electric bill. Payments are tied to the service location, not your credit score, and many projects are designed so energy savings can offset the monthly cost. In many cases, members begin seeing lower energy use right away. OBR makes it easier and more affordable to improve comfort, efficiency, and long term value in your home.

Pesticide Safety

Highline Electric employees work hard to maintain reliable service across our rural communities — often accessing fields, pastures, and rights-of-way to restore power or perform routine maintenance. When a field has been treated with agricultural chemicals, however, entering that area without warning can pose serious and immediate health risks to our crews.

Just as you take precautions to protect your family and employees, we ask for your help in protecting ours. A simple notification can prevent harmful exposure and keep everyone safe.

County Fairs

LOCATIONS AND DATES:

Eastern Colorado Roundup

Washington County: July 11-26

Perkins: July 13-18

Phillips: July 20-26

Dundy: July 22-26

Sedgwick: July 23-28

Logan: July 23-Aug 2

Yuma: July 31-Aug 3

Chase: August 9-15

Deuel: August 13-15

Congratulations to the following Highline Electric employees who celebrate a work anniversary in July:

Dennis Herman — 34 years

Jeff Blochowitz — 24 years

Imer Rodriguez — 11 years

Benjamin Kafka — 11 years

Dustin Carrick — 6 years

WINGS OF WONDER

Experience

Restoring Power Safely and Efficiently

By David Churchwell General Manager

We do our best to avoid them, but there’s no way around it: power outages occasionally happen.

For most K.C. Electric Association members, outages are rare and only last a short period of time. But when major storms impact our area, extended outages can sometime be unavoidable.

When the power goes out, how do K.C. Electric crews know where to start working? How do you know if your outage has been reported? I’ve got answers to these questions and more, and it all starts with a safe, efficient plan for power restoration.

When the lights go out and it’s safe for our crews to begin the restoration process, they start by repairing power lines and equipment that will restore power to the largest number of people in the shortest time possible.

This process typically begins with repairs to the larger main distribution lines that service a great number of homes and businesses. After those repairs are made, crews work on tap lines, which deliver power to transformers, either mounted on utility poles for above-ground service, or placed on pads for underground service. Finally, individual service lines that run between transformers and homes are repaired.

We can’t control the weather, but we can prepare for it. K.C. Electric keeps a supply of extra transmission and distribution poles, transformers, and other equipment on hand so we can quickly get to work in the event of an outage. When widespread outages occur, multiple crews will be out in the field simul-

K.C. ELECTRIC MISSION

Our mission is to provide our members with safe, reliable service at the lowest cost, while maintaining an environmentally responsible, accountable, and sustainable operation now and in the future.

taneously working to repair damage at multiple locations. We also coordinate with neighboring electric co-ops and contractors to bring in additional crews when necessary.

A proactive approach to maintenance helps minimize the chance of prolonged outages; this is why you see contract tree crews periodically trimming trees and clearing vegetation near rights-ofway. We love trees, but it only takes one overgrown limb to knock out power on an entire substation circuit. Tree trimming improves power reliability for our entire system. In addition to managing vegetation, we regularly inspect utility poles, power lines, and other critical equipment to maintain a more reliable system.

If you experience a power outage, don’t assume a neighbor reported it. It’s best to report the outage yourself, and we make that easy to do. The quickest way to report an outage is by calling our office any time of the day or night.

If you have a medical condition that requires electrical equipment, please let us know as soon as possible and always have a backup plan in place. This plan could include a portable generator, extra medical supplies, or moving to an alternate location until power is restored. If you plan to use a generator for backup power, read all safety information and instructions before use.

Mother Nature can be unpredictable, but as a member of K.C. Electric, you can feel confident knowing we’re standing by ready to restore power as quickly and safely as possible.

K.C. Electric Staff

David Churchwell General Manager dchurchwell@kcelectric.coop

Bo Randolph Office Manager and CFO brandolph@kcelectric.coop

Phone 719-743-2431 Toll-free 800-700-3123 Web kcelectric.coop

Darren Fox Operations Manager dfox@kcelectric.coop

George Ehlers

Member Services Specialist and IT Manager gehlers@kcelectric.coop

Address 422 3rd Avenue Hugo, CO 80821

Stay Safe During Harvest Season

Harvest season often means putting in long hours, which can make it difficult to stay alert and on the lookout for potential hazards.

SAFETY STARTS WITH PREPARATION

• Be prepared for potential emergencies before the rush of harvest season begins.

• Have a safety plan and make sure that farm workers and family members are aware of the procedures in it.

• Be sure that you can see well in the areas where you are working. Consider adding extra lighting around grain bins and augers.

TAKE THE TIME TO LOOK UP AND LOOK OUT FOR ELECTRICAL LINES

Always be aware of where power lines are in relation to your equipment. Keep a minimum of 10 feet away from all electrical equipment, and lower extensions before moving equipment. If you see a power line that is sagging or low, contact K.C. Electric. Also keep an eye out for guy wires. Although these wires are not energized, they can bring down live lines.

In equipment with auto-guidance systems, less focus is needed on steering, which may lead some drivers to think that they do not need to be as aware of navigation issues. However, even while using GPS with auto-steering, farm workers need to keep safety in mind and stay focused on their surroundings.

Slow down, always stay alert, and take all recommended precautions. To help you do so, recognize when you need to take breaks so that you can be active and engaged in the farm work.

ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY TIPS

• Use a spotter when operating large machinery near lines.

• Inspect the height of farm equipment to determine clearance.

• Look up and use care when moving any equipment such as extending augers or raising the bed of grain trucks around power lines.

• Always set extensions to the lowest setting when moving loads to prevent contact with overhead lines. Grain augers should always be positioned horizontally before being moved.

• Never attempt to move a power line out of the way or raise it for clearance.

If the machinery you are operating contacts a power line, stay on the equipment. Immediately call 911, warn others to stay away, and wait for a K.C. Electric crew to cut the power.

Only on the rare occasion that the machinery catches fire should you leave the vehicle after contact with a power line is made. If this is the case, jump off the equipment with your feet together and without touching the ground and machinery at the same time. Then, still keeping your feet together, hop to safety as you leave the area. Never touch anything that is in contact with a power line.

Remember, while harvest is a busy season on the farm, it’s still important to take the time to keep safety first. Look out for and stay safely away from potential hazards like overhead power lines.

SHARE THE ROAD SHARE THE ROAD

with farmers

Farm season means sharing the road with large farm equipment, which can be wide and slow. Farmers must move slowly in large equipment, but public roads are o en the only way to get from point A to point B.

When you find yourself following or meeting large farm equipment on the road, take a deep breath and do the following to keep everyone safe:

Be careful when you do get the chance to pass. O entimes, farmers will move their equipment over when it is safe to do so. 1 2 3 4 5

Be alert and cautious, and give large farm equipment and other slow-moving vehicles space.

Do not pass in a “No Passing Zone,” or in any area where it is not safe to do so, such as intersections, bridges and railroad crossings, among others.

Make sure the tractor is not trying to make a le turn before you pass on the le .

Do not tailgate. Following too closely means you could be in the operator’s blind spot.

Source: Texas Table Top (Texas Farm Bureau)

CLAIM YOUR SAVINGS

Each month, K.C. Electric Association members have a chance to claim $20 credit on their next electric bill. All you must do is find your account number, call the Hugo office at 719-743-2431, and ask for your credit. The account numbers are listed below. How simple is that?

You must claim your credit during the month in which your name appears in the magazine (check the date on the front cover).

Mick Bogenhagen, Cheyenne Wells — 11874xxxxx

Sarah Carter, Flagler — 5155xxxxx

Robert Taylor, Cheyenne Wells — 4370xxxxx

Patrick Einspahr, Seibert — 11199xxxxx

In May, no consumers were chosen to claim their savings due to the Annual Report edition and there was no drawing.

Storm Brews

Sometimes a storm pops up or changes direction without any warning, while other times it is forecast days in advance and follows its predicted course. In either case, knowing what to do right before, during, and after a storm can help to keep you safe.

WHEN A STORM HITS

When stormy winds blow, follow these weatherrelated reminders from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Red Cross:

• Never seek shelter under an isolated tree, tower, or utility pole, since lightning tends to strike tall objects.

• Immediately vacate elevated areas, such as hills, mountain ridges, and peaks.

• Get away from ponds, lakes, and other bodies of water.

• Stay away from objects that conduct electricity, including wires, fences, and golf clubs.

Approximately 5% of annual lightning deaths and injuries in the United States happen on golf courses, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

• Never lie flat on the ground.

• Pick a safe place in your home, away from windows and doors, for family members to gather during a thunderstorm.

• Know the difference between a watch and a warning for extreme weather, such as a tornado or severe thunderstorm. A watch means that the weather is possible in and near the area. A warning means that severe weather has been reported by spotters or indicated by radar. A warning is more serious than a watch and means that there is imminent danger to life and property.

AFTER THE STORM

Once the storm is over, follow these safety tips from K.C. Electric:

• Never step into a flooded basement or other standing water. The water could be covering electrical outlets, appliances, or cords. Never touch or use electrical appliances, cords, wires, or switches while you are wet or standing in water.

• After a storm, a downed power line could be covered by standing water or debris. Never go near a downed line and warn others to stay away. If you see a downed line, call 911 and a crew will be dispatched to de-energize the power and address the problem safely.

• The same safety know-how applies to a downed power line you might encounter while driving or after an auto accident. In either case, do not get out. Instead, if you’re driving, pull over and then call 911 to report the downed line. If you must exit your vehicle after an accident because of a fire or smoke, make a solid, clean jump out, landing with both feet together. Then make solid hops with your feet together, hopping as far away as you can.

• If your home has been damaged by a flood, turn off the power to your house if it is safe to do so. Do not turn power off at the breaker box while standing in water or in damp conditions.

• If the wiring, electrical system, or appliances are damaged by water, have your home inspected by an electrician; also, have appliances serviced by a qualified technician before using them.

For more information about storm and electrical safety, visit SafeElectricity.org

WINGS OF WONDER

Experience the magic of butterflies

MCREA Hosts Fifth Annual Member Appreciation Picnic

Over 280 people gathered at Morgan County REA for the annual Member Appreciation Picnic on June 10. For the past five years, MCREA has hosted an evening of food, giveaways, and fun activities for its members. In addition to visiting with friends and neighbors, members watched safety demonstrations, viewed MCREA’s equipment, and learned more about how the cooperative is working to serve them.

Thank you to all of our members who came out for this year’s picnic. It was a great evening focused on MCREA’s commitment to providing safe, reliable energy for many years to come.

MCREA MISSION

Morgan County REA, a member-owned cooperative, is dedicated to serving our members by providing safe, reliable energy with a strong tradition and vision for the future.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

734 Barlow Road | P.O. Box 738 Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-867-5688 | customerservice@mcrea.org mcrea.org facebook.com/MorganCountyREA @morgancountyrea

MCREA Shares Electrical Safety with Elementary Students

On May 21, Morgan County REA gave an in-depth power line safety demonstration to the students at Baker Elementary in Fort Morgan. Using the 7,200-volt display on the co-op’s hotline demo trailer, MCREA linemen showcased the power of electricity, and the dangers of interfering with power lines. Students also learned what can cause power outages, how crews respond,

and the ways linemen keep safe while working in the field.

Safety is our top priority at MCREA and we are committed to increasing safety awareness in the communities we serve. If you are interested in having MCREA present a safety demonstration to your group or organization, please call the office at 970-867-5688.

Morgan County REA Sponsors 2026 Bobstock

Every July, you can expect excitement in northeastern Colorado with rodeos, fireworks, and parades throughout our communities. One of the most exciting events of the summer is Bobstock Music Festival. Since 2008, the music festival has brought great performers to the area including Starship, Vanilla Ice, and 38 Special. Night Ranger will headline this year’s show.

But one of the best things about Bobstock — it is free to attend.

As the largest free music festival in the region, Bobstock brings the community together for live music, food trucks, and fun family activities. Morgan County REA, together with Tri-State Generation & Transmission and Basin Electric Power Cooperative, are proud to sponsor the event again this year. (Brad Hueske, acct. #xxx6800)

Bobstock will take place July 10 and 11 at Glen Miller Park in downtown Fort Morgan. For more information, go to bobstockmusicfestival.com.

Energy Efficiency for New Homeowners

Moving into a new house is an exciting time. It’s also a great opportunity to make improvements that your future self will thank you for. Focusing on efficiency upgrades is the first step toward making your home work smarter, not harder, which leads to greater savings down the road.

ELECTRIC APPLIANCES

When buying new appliances for your home, always make sure to consider the energy efficiency of the unit. Electric appliances tend to be more efficient and cost-effective than their gas counterparts. When shopping for electric appliances, look for:

• ENERGY STAR rating

• Smart features to control energy output

• Reduced energy modes

• Low estimated energy use

LED LIGHTING

Ensuring your home uses LED lighting can save you time and money in the long run. According to the

U.S. Department of Energy, LEDs use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than traditional incandescent bulbs. This means you will save money on your electric bill while also reducing how often bulbs need replaced. LED lights are available in a variety of shades, colors, and brightness to best suit your new home.

HEAT PUMPS

Heat pumps are an energy efficient alternative to traditional home heating and cooling methods. Heat pumps use electricity and refrigerant cycles to transfer existing heat from outdoors to indoors in colder months, and reverse the process to cool a house in warmer months. Installing a heat pump in your home early can be a game changer for your long-term energy costs.

Want to reduce the cost of making these improvements? Morgan County REA offers energy efficiency rebates for a variety of items including heat pumps and certain appliances. To learn more, visit mcrea.org/energy-efficiency-rebates.

Stay Safe This Harvest Season

Harvest season is here, an important time for many of MCREA’s members. Bringing the crops in is an incredibly rewarding — yet demanding — task. As farmers work longer, busier days, it is even more important to practice safety, especially when near power lines and poles. (David Mesmer, acct. #xxx6000)

When operating large equipment in fields, power lines can present a significant hazard when overlooked. Before starting in a field, be sure and take these steps to prevent electrical mishaps:

• Have a safety plan and ensure family members and other workers are aware of what it entails.

• Start every workday with a safety meeting. Discuss all operations for the day and point out where power lines and poles are located.

• Check the height of farm equipment to determine clearance.

• Always keep a minimum 10-foot safety radius around power lines.

• Use a spotter when moving tall loads near electrical lines. Lower extensions to the lowest setting when moving equipment.

• Never attempt to move a power line out of the way or raise it for clearance.

• Be sure that you can see well in the areas where you are working. Consider adding extra lighting around grain bins and augers.

• Do not store irrigation pipes, hay bales, machinery, or anything else under power lines.

• Throughout harvest, breakdowns or changes in weather can make you feel rushed. Make sure to stay safe, alert, and continue taking all precautions.

• If your equipment comes into contact with a power line, stay where you are, call 911, and await further instructions. If there is immediate danger — like fire — exit by jumping out of the equipment, landing with both feet together. Do not touch the equipment while exiting. Then, with both feet still together, hop away from the equipment, creating as much distance as possible.

Visit SafeElectricity.org/safety-tips for more harvest safety tips. MCREA wishes local farmers a safe and bountiful harvest.

Win a Bill Credit

Each month, Morgan County REA gives two lucky members a chance at a $30 bill credit just by reading Colorado Country Life. Congratulations, Jason Bowers! You spotted your name in May’s magazine and called to claim your bill credit.

There are two more member names and their account numbers hidden somewhere in this issue. If you find your name and account number call MCREA’s member services department at 970-867-5688 by July 30 to receive $30 off your next bill.

THE POWER OF CHOICE

New Rate Options Coming Soon

By Ruth Marks CEO

As a member-owned cooperative, Mountain View Electric Association’s rate changes are designed to better control costs for everyone. As we have shared before, approximately 60 cents of every dollar MVEA collects goes directly toward purchasing power from our wholesale power supplier, Tri-State Generation and Transmission. We know that this cost is influenced not only by how much electricity is used, but also by when it is used and the level of demand placed on the electric system.

Starting with October’s use on November’s bill, the Demand Rate will become MVEA’s default residential and small power rate and reflects both the electricity used and the demand placed on the system during periods of high use. Bills will include a demand charge based on the highest one-hour period of electricity use during the month, Monday through Friday. On this rate, staggering your use and using electricity more evenly throughout the day may help lower your bill.

We also know that no two households use electricity the same way. Some members are home during the day, others use most of their energy in the evening, and some prefer a simple, predictable approach to managing their electric bill. That’s why we’re introducing new rate options later this year — giving members more flexibility, more control, and more choice.

Beginning this fall, residential and small power members will be able to choose from three rate options: the Demand Rate, the Time-of-Day Rate, or the Flat Rate. Each option offers different benefits depending on how and when electricity is used.

These new rate options are the result of extensive analysis by MVEA’s Board of Directors, staff, and an independent rate consultant. Together, we established several guiding objectives: fairness, member choice, simplicity, transparency, and better alignment between electricity use and costs. By offering multiple rate options, members can choose the approach that works best for their household while helping support more stable costs for the cooperative.

INTRODUCING

The Power of Choice

The Time-of-Day Rate rewards members who can shift energy use outside of peak evening hours, while the Flat Rate provides an option without demand charges or peak pricing. Members who opt-in to the Flat Rate will pay more because their electric use costs the co-op more.

To help members make an informed decision, MVEA will offer an open enrollment period from August through October 15. Educational resources and bill comparison tools will be available before enrollment begins. During that time, members can review their options and select the rate plan that best fits their household. Look for more information in future issues of this magazine, member emails, social media posts, and member town hall events.

To learn more today, see page 6, visit mvea.coop/ rates, or call (800) 388-9881 to speak with a Member Services Representative. We’re committed to providing the information and resources you need to confidently choose the rate option that’s right for you.

Effective with October use on November bills, MVEA members will have three rate options to choose from, allowing them to select the option that best fits their lifestyle and energy use habits. Open enrollment runs August through October 15. LEARN MORE | mvea.coop/rates

The Power of Choice

Effective with October use on November bills, MVEA members will have three rate options to choose from, allowing them to select the option that best fits their lifestyle and energy use habits. Open enrollment runs August through October 15.

WHAT ARE THE RESIDENTIAL AND SMALL POWER RATE OPTIONS?

Demand Rate (New Default Rate)

• Reflects both the electricity you use and the demand you place on the system.

• Includes an Energy Charge (kWh) and a Demand Charge (kW).

• Demand is based on your highest one-hour period of electricity use during the month, Monday through Friday.

• Approximately 80% of members are expected to see little or no change under the Demand Rate. Members who regularly use several large appliances at the same time may see higher bills, while those who stagger use throughout the day may see savings.

Time-of-Day Rate

• Much like MVEA’s current Time-of-Day Rate, this option allows members to save by shifting energy use outside of peak evening hours.

• On-Peak hours are 5–9 p.m., Monday through Friday. Off-Peak hours include all other times, weekends, and designated holidays.

• Current Time-of-Day accounts will automatically move to the new Time-of-Day Rate unless members select a different option during open enrollment.

Flat Rate

• Much like MVEA’s current Residential Rate, this is an option with no Demand Charge and no On-Peak or Off-Peak pricing.

• Members who opt in to the Flat Rate will pay more through the per kilowatt-hour (kWh) Energy Charge.

WHY IS THE DEMAND RATE BECOMING THE DEFAULT FOR RESIDENTIAL AND SMALL POWER ACCOUNTS?

• About 60% of MVEA’s costs are tied to purchasing power. Those costs are influenced not only by how much electricity is used, but also by when it is used and the demand placed on the system.

• Much of our cost as an electric cooperative is now driven by our peak demand, not our total energy use.

• Aligning rates with those costs helps keep rates fair and more stable for all members.

• Members can help reduce their costs and the cooperative’s power costs by staggering the use of major appliances and equipment whenever possible.

In addition to visiting mvea.coop/rates, watch for upcoming articles, emails, social media posts, and town halls to find out more about your rate options and how demand impacts electric costs.

We’re honored to share that Mountain View Electric Association has earned a 2026 Customer Satisfaction Award from the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI®). This recognition places MVEA among the top 25% of cooperative utilities measured for customer satisfaction and reflects our ongoing commitment to providing reliable service and a positive member experience.

This achievement is especially meaningful because it is based on feedback directly from our members. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to participate in the quarterly survey thus far. Your feedback helps guide our efforts as we continue working to serve our communities with excellence.

MVEA Energy Lab

Annual Meeting Recap

Over 300 guests gathered at Limon Public Schools on June 4 for Mountain View Electric Association’s 85th Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Event. This year’s theme, MVEA Energy Lab, brought together the important business of the cooperative with an evening of learning, connection, and community.

From the moment guests arrived, members of all ages enjoyed bucket truck rides, interactive games, and hands-on energy activities while visiting with neighbors, friends, and MVEA employees. Guests enjoyed a complimentary barbecue dinner and opportunities to win door prizes during the business meeting.

Energy Lab booths provided information about energy efficiency rebates and financing programs, wildfire mitigation, Operation Round Up®, electric vehicle resources, Conexon Connect high-speed internet service, and more.

During the business meeting, Board President Kevin Paddock and CEO Ruth Marks shared updates on rate pressures, new rate options planned for later this year, capital credits, the broadband project, key performance indicators, wildfire mitigation efforts, and legislative issues impacting electric cooperatives. Members were also encouraged to join MVEA’s grassroots network to help ensure the cooperative voice continues to be heard by elected officials.

Members participated in the cooperative’s democratic process through the election of directors in Districts 2 and 7. Election results and door prize winners can be found on page 8.

A highlight of the evening was a special tribute to retiring District 2 Director Rick Gordon, who faithfully served MVEA members for 34 years. As a special thank-you, every registered MVEA member received a $10 bill credit, which will be applied to July bills. While themes may change from year to year, the purpose of MVEA’s Annual Meeting remains the same: celebrating our members, sharing our progress, and powering the future — together. Mark your calendars for MVEA’s 86th Annual Meeting of Members on June 3, 2027, in Falcon. Learn more at mvea.coop/annual-meeting.

2026 ANNUAL DIRECTOR ELECTION

At MVEA, directors are your neighbors and fellow co-op members elected at-large to serve three-year terms. The Board establishes MVEA’s policies and monitors the financial position and management of the cooperative. This year, two districts were open for Board Director nominations: District 2 and District 7.

On May 5, 58,931 ballot packets were mailed to MVEA members. Members with emails on file were sent notifications; digital advertising and social media posts were used to actively communicate with members; and important messages were included on the April and May bills. In addition to receiving mail-in ballots, members who attended the Annual Meeting in Limon on June 4, but had not already voted by mail, were able to vote via floor ballot.

District 2 was an uncontested election following the retirement announcement of longtime Director Rick Gordon, who served MVEA members for 34 years. In addition to receiving mail-in ballot votes, Tye Amendt was officially elected by voice vote during the business meeting.

2026 DIRECTOR ELECTION RESULTS

District 2 (Uncontested): Tye W. Amendt | 3,517 Votes

District 7 (Contested): Jim Riggins (Incumbent) | 2,294 Votes

Daniel Hamilton | 1,622 Votes

Thank you to the members who voted in the election and to those who attended the Annual Meeting. Active participation by the membership is integral to the co-op’s success in meeting the needs of a growing electric co-op in a changing energy landscape. To learn more about MVEA’s Board of Directors, visit mvea.coop/board-of-directors.

2026 Annual Meeting Door Prize Winners

GRAND PRIZE CASH DRAWINGS

$500 Stephen Burgess, Limon

$300 Michael Painter, Monument

$200 Priscilla Rose, Peyton

75” TV DONATED BY FOOTHILLS ENERGY SERVICE

Lawrence Nobile, Elbert

$250 AMAZON GIFT CARD DONATED BY TRI-STATE G&T

Kim Crews, Elbert

$100 VISA® GIFT CARDS DONATED BY WESTERN UNITED ELECTRIC SUPPLY

Nikki Adams, Karval

Leslie Bullock, Calhan

Jennifer Flatland, Colorado Springs

David Phillips, Colorado Springs

Lawrence Tobias, Elbert

APPLE IPAD® DONATED BY CONEXON CONNECT

Scott Blattspieler, Peyton

$1,000 LAST CHANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

Austin Kohl, Lewis-Palmer

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kevin L. Paddock, District 5 President

Barry R. Springer, District 6 Vice President

Jim Riggins, District 7 Secretary-Treasurer

Joseph D. Martin, District 1

Assistant Secretary

Tye W. Amendt, District 2

Wayne Vanderschuere, District 3

Jim Beals, District 4

Telephone Numbers Toll-Free: (800) 388-9881 (719) 495-2283

Website www.mvea.coop

Falcon Office 11140 E. Woodmen Road Falcon, CO 80831

Limon Office 1655 5th Street • P.O. Box 1600 Limon, CO 80828

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Mission Statement

To provide our members safe, reliable, affordable, and responsible electric service and access to broadband services.

This Association is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

United by Purpose, Powered by Community

BY JEFF WADSWORTH , PRESIDENT & CEO

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, we find ourselves reflecting on the enduring spirit that has carried America forward for generations.

Our spirit is rooted in everyday moments: apple pie cooling on a kitchen counter, time spent at grandma’s house, neighbors lending a hand, and in the extraordinary courage of ordinary people who believed in something greater than themselves.

Two and a half centuries ago, our founders envisioned a country built not on power or privilege, but on the shared purpose of selfgovernance, individual freedom, and responsibility to one another.

That same spirit would later shape the story of Colorado, as pioneers carved out communities in a rugged landscape, united by hope and determination.

And it is that very same spirit that brought electricity to rural America some 90 years ago when neighbors came together to form cooperatives, driven by that same timeless truth: when people unite, they can build a better future.

This summer, as we celebrate 87 years of our cooperative, 150 years of Colorado state pride, and 250 years of America, we honor that shared legacy. We are reminded that progress is never the work of one, but it is the result of many, standing together.

Few stories capture the American spirit as powerfully as the origin of our

National Anthem. Written through a long night of uncertainty, then affirmed at daybreak by a flag still standing, it gave voice to our enduring resilience, unity, and hope. That same feeling lives on today when our Youth Tour students stand before Old Glory in Washington, D.C., seeing firsthand the ideals that continue to guide our great nation.

Moments like these call us back to our roots: when people come together with shared purpose, they can accomplish extraordinary things. This resonates deeply within our cooperative, where connection, service, and community shape not only who we’ve been, but who we are and will be.

Like those who came before us, we’re entrusted with something greater than ourselves. Whether building a nation, shaping a state, or powering homes and businesses, our mission has always been the same: to create opportunity, strengthen community, and leave things better for the next generation.

As we look ahead, that mission continues to light our way. Because the story of America — and of this cooperative — is still being written, together.

ABOUT YOUR CO-OP

PVREA serves energy solutions to more than 58,000 homes and businesses in Boulder, Larimer, and Weld counties. We are a memberowned co-op, led by those we serve.

OUR MISSION

We are committed to providing safe, reliable, efficient energy solutions with exceptional service to our members.

CONTACT US

1.800.432.1012 pvrea@pvrea.coop www.pvrea.coop

MAILING ADDRESS

Poudre Valley REA

7649 REA Parkway Fort Collins, CO 80528

SOCIAL

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair

Peter Hyland, Weld County

Vice Chair

Bryan Ehrlich, Larimer County

Secretary

Thaine Michie, Larimer County

Treasurer

Sheryl Dryer

Henderson, Larimer County

Director

Steve Anderson, Larimer County

Director

Rick Johnson, Larimer County

Director

Jan Peterson, Larimer County

Director

Jack Schneider, Weld County

Director

Terry Willis, Weld County

Two Rivers Community Solar is under construction, and you can join the waitlist today.

This local project will give you access to clean, renewable energy generated right here in Northern Colorado without installing panels on your home.

By subscribing to community solar, you’ll enjoy the benefits of solar energy while supporting a more resilient, sustainable energy future.

WHAT COMMUNITY SOLAR GETS YOU?

• Receive bill credits tied to solar energy production.

• Avoid upfront installation or maintenance costs.

• Support local renewable energy development.

• Gain access to solar with no rooftop required!

ABOUT COMMUNITY SOLAR

Subscribe and see your solar credits right on your electric bill.

You choose how many solar panels you want, and you can cancel anytime.

Conditions apply. Visit us online for full program details.

CURIOUS IF COMMUNITY SOLAR IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Scan the code to visit us online and see how many panels fit your needs, estimate your subscription cost, and add your name to the waitlist.

www.pvrea.coop/community-solar

PVREA PRESENTS THE

Be sure to swing by our booth and say hello!

• 7/31–8/4 Larimer County Fair & Carnival Americana

• 8/2–4 PRCA Rodeo

• Location: The Ranch Events Complex, Loveland

• Rodeo Tickets available at Box Office.

• PVREA members will receive a rodeo ticket discount in their July bill.

Summer Event Season is Here

WHERE TO FIND US

• 6/25 Windsor Summer Concert

• 7/16 Windsor Summer Concert

• 7/25 Larimer County Fair Parade

• 7/31 Relay for Life, Downtown Greeley

• 8/1–3 Larimer County Fair

• 8/6 Windsor Summer Concert

• 9/12 Rist Canyon Mountain Festival

• 10/3 Berthoud Oktoberfest

• 10/3 Severance Days

• 7/25 Fair Parade, downtown Loveland

• 7/30 Queen’s BBQ at 6:30pm

• 8/2 Free Pancake Breakfast at 7am

• 8/5 Junior Livestock Sale

Scan the code to learn more about the fair and rodeo.

Follow us on social to stay up to date on where your cooperative will be this summer.

Scan the code to see our events schedule.

Office Closed | Fourth of July, Friday, July 3

PLEASE CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY

SMARTER THERMOSTAT TIPS FOR SUMMER

From July to September, air conditioning becomes one of the biggest drivers of electric costs for many members.

The good news: a few simple thermostat adjustments can make a noticeable difference in energy use and monthly costs.

START WITH THE RIGHT SETTING

Set your thermostat to the highest temperature that remains comfortable when cooling your home.

Remember to set, or schedule, the temperature to an even higher degree when you are away.

AVOID COMMON COOLING

MISTAKES

Setting your thermostat much lower than your casual comfort level will not cool your home faster.

Instead, it causes your system to run longer than necessary, increasing energy consumption and cost.

Get Rewarded for $aving Energy

With Power Peak Rewards, you can earn bill credits just by letting your smart thermostat make small, temporary adjustments during peak summer demand.

YOUR REWARDS

• $50 bill credit at signup.

• $30 annual reward each season.

• A $50 rebate for the purchase of a new smart thermostat.

SUPPORT YOUR AC WITH SIMPLE HABITS

• Close blinds or curtains during the day to limit heat from sunlight.

• Use fans to circulate air and create a cooling effect on occupants.

• Set ceiling fans to rotate counterclockwise during the summer.

• Keep vents clear and maintain your cooling system for proper airflow.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Find more energy-saving tips and tools at www.pvrea.coop

HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS

During high-demand periods, your thermostat may adjust a few degrees for a short time, keeping your home comfortable while helping the grid.

The program works with Google Nest, Ecobee, and Sensi smart thermostats.

By participating, you help keep electricity reliable and costs more affordable for all members.

LEARN

MORE & SIGN UP

Visit us online at www.pvrea.coop/power-peak-rewards

SAFETY CORNER

Safe Kite Flying Starts with Awareness

Flying a kite is a timeless summer activity. With a little awareness, it can be enjoyed safely almost anywhere.

CHOOSE OPEN SPACE

The safest places to fly a kite are large, open areas like parks or fields, well away from power lines and electrical equipment.

If you can see overhead wires nearby, move to a clearer space before getting started.

Power Your $ummer for Less

Make the most of summer with rebates.

PVREA offers rebates on qualifying electric products and equipment, helping make everyday purchases and home upgrades more affordable.

FLY IN THE RIGHT CONDITIONS

• Clear, dry weather is best for kite flying.

• Avoid flying in rain or storms, when conditions can make kite lines more conductive and unpredictable.

USE SAFE MATERIALS & STAY ALERT

• Stick to standard kite string, never use wire or metal.

• Keep an eye on your surroundings.

• Avoid flying over people or near roads.

Find more safety tips at www.pvrea.coop

JULY 2026

Energy Efficiency Tip of the Month

REBATES CAN HELP YOU:

• Lower home cooling energy use during peak summer months.

• Improve comfort with efficient cooling and smart home solutions.

• Save on electric yard tools like trimmers, pruners, and chainsaws.

• Offset the cost of an e-bike to get you around town.

Explore available rebates at www.pvrea.coop/rebates.

Running multiple major appliances at the same time — like your dishwasher, laundry machines and oven — can spike energy demand and strain the electric grid, especially during peak hours (typically late afternoon to early evening).

Instead of stacking appliance use, spread it out throughout the day or shift chores to off-peak hours when energy demand is lower. This not only helps improve overall efficiency but can also reduce your energy costs. A simple habit change, like doing laundry in the morning and running the dishwasher overnight, can make a meaningful difference for both your wallet and energy reliability.

WINGS OF WONDER

Experience the magic of butterflies

Capital Credits

As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, when SDCEA’s annual revenue exceeds costs, that positive margin is used as operating capital — and over time, it may be returned to you as capital credits when our financial position and board policy allow. SDCEA returns these margins to our members (account holders) rather than to outside shareholders.

Active members who had service during an approved year will see a bill credit applied to their November bill.

Former members will receive a refund check — so if you move, please make sure we have your current mailing address on file.

In December 2025, we retired $269,521 in capital credits covering the years 1998 and 2005. This included account credits to 3,563 active accounts and refund checks mailed to 3,676 inactive accounts.

CAPITAL CREDITS

are profits returned to you, our members.

Learn more at myelectric.coop/capital-credits-explanation/

Some refund checks were returned due to invalid addresses or were never cashed. If you recognize a name on the list below, please ask that person — or their heirs — to contact us. Members also have the option to donate unclaimed funds to our annual scholarship program, the Power of Change program, or the Shine Your Light program.

How can a refund and a rate increase happen in the same year? Capital credit refunds are a return on past investments — tied to the poles, wires, and infrastructure funded during the years those credits were earned. Current rates are set separately to cover system investments that are necessary today. The two are not in conflict, they just reflect different time periods.

If you have questions or if you know someone on the list, send an email to info@myelectric. Alernatively, call us toll-free at 844-395-2412.

LIST BEGINS ON PAGE 6

SDCEA tracks how much you pay for service during the year.

At the end of the year, SDCEA closes its books and determines if revenues exceed expenses, called profits.

SDCEA’s profits are allocated to members as capital credits, based on how much you paid for service during the year.

As SDCEA’s financial conditions allow, the board of directors may elect to pay a portion of these capital credits back to members

If you currently have service with SDCEA, your capital credits will appear on your November bill. (If you are no longer a member, your capital credit check is mailed in December.)

Rate Changes Begin July 1

SDCEA is moving to a new rate structure on July 1. You will see this change reflected on your August bill.

The new billing structure balances out a reduction in energy rates from $0.14370 per kilowatt-hour to $0.13026 per kWh, with the addition of a $2.50 per kilowatt demand charge. Thus, it doesn’t increase or decrease overall revenue for the cooperative. This change is designed to help members better manage their electricity bills by giving them more control over how and when they use energy. At the same time, it helps the cooperative manage the costs

of meeting peak energy demand, ensuring a more fair and efficient system for everyone.

The peak demand charge is based on each member’s highest one-hour energy need (kW) during peak hours — 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday — within the monthly billing cycle. Most residential accounts have a demand reading between 3-5 kW.

If you have questions about this change, please visit our website at myelectric.coop, contact our office by email at sdcearates@myelectric.coop, or call our office toll-free, 844-395-2412.

A & A MAINTENANCE TRUST

AARON, BILLY R

ABBOTT, THOMAS C

ACHEN, RODNEY

ACHENBACH, DARRYL

ACTON, RICHARD

ADAMS, DAVID

ADAMS, LLOYD

ADAMS, N J

ADAMSON, ANTON L

ADCOCK, SHIRLEY

ADDINGTON, AFTON

ADKISSON, PATRICIA

ADLER, WILLIAM D

ADOBE VLG BV LTD PARTNER

AGUAYO, JOSEPH R

AINSWORTH, DAN P

AINSWORTH, KATHLEEN M

AKERS, KATHY L

ALBINSON, RALPH

ALDEN, MARSHALL

ALDRICH, DAVID L

ALESSANDRO, DONNA

ALEXANDER, ARLINE

ALEXANDER, SHERYL

ALFORD, WILLIAM S

ALGIN, MARTINA

ALIRE, RUDOLPH E

ALKALY SHRINE

ALLEN, DAVID T

ALLEN, EDWARD W

ALLEN, JEFFREY C

ALLESHOUSE, LARRY C

ALLISON, MARY A

ALMS, PAUL

ALTHOFF, RON

ALTUS ENVIRONMENTAL

ALVAREZ, HARRY A

AMBRO, MARY ANN

AMBULATORY SERVICES

ANDERLE, EDWARD D

ANDERSEN, LARRY

ANDERSON, A J

ANDERSON, ANDY

CROSS DISCIPLINE ENGINEERING IN FIELD

Over the next few months, you’ll see personnel from Cross Discipline Engineering out in the field working for SDCEA. Cross Discipline is working currently in the Querida area in Custer County, but you might spot them in other parts of our territory as well. Look out for this truck — they’re a part of our trusted crew.

If you have any questions or need to verify someone on your property is from SDCEA, don’t hesitate to reach out. Call us at 844-395-2412.

A NEW NAME: NOBLE RESOURCE GROUP

Integrity Tree Service, SDCEA’s vegetation management contractor, has officially changed its name to Noble Resource Group. Noble will have visible logos marked on their vehicles and equipment.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding contractors working on your property or in your area, please do not hesitate to contact our office to confirm their representation of SDCEA.

ANDERSON, BELINDA

ANDERSON, BILLIE J

ANDERSON, HOWARD B ANDERSON, JAMES D

ANDERSON, JOSEPH

ANDERSON, KAREN F

ANDERSON, KIMBERLY

ANDERSON, MARK S

ANDERSON, MARY E

ANDERSON, PAUL B

ANDERSON, WALTER T

ANDREW, EVIE

ANDREWS, RANDY

ANGELL, ANDY C

ANGLICAN CHURCH

APO, OSMOND

APPEL, ANNETTE M

ARCHER, LAUREL

ARCHER, SHINING EYES

ARCHULETA, ROBERT D

ARCHULETTA, PHELBERT A AREAUX, PATRICIA L

AREE, MICHELLE ARELLANO, KERRI J ARENDS, JOSH

ARMOUR, JILL

ARMSTRONG, CATHI ARNOLD, WILLIAM G AROFF, PATRICK ARTEAGA, YUVARIN

ARTICHOKER, PATRICIA

ASCHER, THOMAS R ASHCROFT, GEO P

ASMUSSEN, J L

ASPEN REAL ESTATE SVCS

AT&T BROADBAND

ATCHISON, JOHN C

ATENCIO, FELIX J

ATENCIO, JOHN E

ATHERTON, GENE

ATKINS, DENISE J

ATTEBERY, SHARON

AUER, TROY L

AULTMAN, SHIRLEY J

AUMONT, HERBERT

AUSTIN, MICHAEL

AUSTIN, NOBLE T

AVIS, ALBERT R

AXINN, DEDE S

AYERS, LANELL

BAASCH, RONALD

BAER, ROBERT R

BAILEY PLUMBING INC

BAILEY, DOYL D

BAILEY, FRANK L

BAILEY, IAN T

BAILEY, PAMELA

BAILEY, TODD

BAILEY, WELDON T

BAILS, MARK

BAINBRIDGE, MARK

BAJZA, JOHANNA E

BAKER, ALVIN

BAKER, GLEN

BAKER, GREGORY S

BAKER, H E

BAKER, WILLIAM R

BALDACCI, ELLEN M

BALDASARE, THOMAS

BALDWIN, ED F

BALES, JAMES R

BALFOUR, JOHN L

BALMES, LINDA

BANE, ALWINA V

BANG, MARILYN

BANKAMERICA HOUSING

BANKS, LESLEA D

BANKS, LLOYD

BANNON, HOWARD F

BARBER, JAMES

BARBER, KAREN S

BARKER, JACOB

BARKER, WAYNE E

BARNES, BARRY T

BARNES, DOUG

BARNES, JAMES E

BARNES, LARRY

BARNES, OSCAR

BARNETT, JOHN D

BARNETT, LOUELLA

BARNHART, JAMES M

BARNHART, SUSAN L

BARNTHOUSE, RUSS

BARRATT, PAUL

BARRETT, RAY

BARRINGER, MONTIE

BARRY, DONALENE

BARTHOLOMEW, DAVID

BARTIK, BRUCE A

BARTKOWIAK, MICHAEL

BARTLOW, E W

BASCOM, DOUGLAS

BASHAM, LARRY M

BASS, ROB

BATCHELOR, DENNIS A

BATSON, LARRY

BATTERSHILL, KEN

BATTS, STEPHEN

BAUER, RICHARD J

BAUER, ROBERT D

BAUMER, SHIRLEY G

BAUM-ETZ, URSULA M

BAYS, JEANINE K

BAZE, MARK

BEACH, HARVEY G

BEAR, CHUCK

BEARD, BEVERLY J

BEASLEY, KENNETH W

BEATY, JEFFREY

BEAUREGARD, JAMES H

BECK, LOTTE

BECK, WM H

BECKER, PAUL A

BEEBE, ROBERT

BEHR, JOHN

BEHRMANN, EVELYN A

BEINECKE, DEN

BELAIRE, SHARON

BELD, JEAN

BELFONT, JAMES

BELL, JOHN F

BELL, TODD R

BELLAH, DON

BELLANTONIO, RAMONA

BELLINGAR, KEITH J

BELVILLE, CAROL

BENEDICT, MICHAEL

BENESCH, ED

BENIGHT, ROBERT L

BENJAMIN, DALE

BENNETT, RAY

BENNETT, RONALD

BENSON, LAURA

BENZMILLER, RITA M

BERGER, SHARIN L BERGSTEDT, RONALD A BERILLA, DONALD BERKA, RICHARD G

BERKENKOTTER, DAVID M

BERNHARD, JON N

BERRETT, JAMES W

BERRY, ANNE BERRY, CHAD BERRYMAN, ROBERT BERTRAND, VAL BESS, RANDA BETTES, JAMES B BETTS, GARY BIELAK, DAVID BIERNACKI, DOUG BINDNER, CARRIE BISHOP, BUD BISHOP, JAMES E BITHER, WILLIAM BLACKBURN, J W BLACKWELL, CHARLES A BLACKWELL, J L BLAICKNER-MAYO, CAROL BLAIR, TERESA BLAKE FAMILY TRUST

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BLESSING, WILLIAM R SR

BLOCK, RAYMOND

BLOOMGREN, DONALD H

BLOSSER, CHRISTINA

BLUCHER, RICK

BLUE, BILL

BLUMENSTEIN, RYAN

BLUMENSTEIN, TROY

BOBST, BRADLEY

BODEN, DYAN

BODINE, MARC

BOH, CAROL L

BOHART, MIKE

BOHM, EDWARD W BOLDING, JAMES BOLING, P D BOLLIN, PATRICIA

BONCHER, WILLIAM BOND, KATHARINE BOND, STEVEN A BONEBRIGHT, JOYCE S BONGIORNO, DONALD BONN, GOERGE J BOONE, DAVID BOONE, RICKY M BOOS, MICHAEL BOOTH, GREG BORDERS, DENVER BORUNDA, JAKE BOSSE, LEONARD BOSTICK, GEOFFREY K BOSTICK, PEGGY

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BOVAIRD, F D

BOWEN, ALVERNA W

BOWERLY, DANIEL K

BOWERS, CHARLES W BOWERS, LEE

BOWERSOX, CLIFFORD D BOWLIN, ROSEMARY BOWMAN, DIRK BOWYER, TROY BOYCE, BEVERLEY A BOYD, DENNIS BOYD, EDGAR BOYD, GLORIA R BOYD, JAMES D BOYD, JENNIFER R BOYER, AARON

BRABSON, LORALYN C BRACEWELL, CHAS BRACKEEN, L G

BRADFORD, CAROL BRADFORD, NEIL

BRADFORD, TONY

BRADLEY, DONALD M

BRADSHAW, EARLE

BRANDON, MARY

BRANSON, GARY S

BRASHEAR, JOHN A

BRAWNER, VICKY L

BRAYER, JOHN D

BREKKE, EDWIN

BRENT, ROBERT A

BRESSETTE, JOYCE L

BRESSETTE, KRYS

BREWER, DONALD G

BRICKER, SAMUEL

BRILEY, CHARLES

BRILEY, JAMES

BRILEY, SHIRLEE M

BRILL, DOUG C

BRINKERHOFF, D

BRITTEN, DENNIS G

BRITTON, JACK F

BROCK, WILLIAM L

BRONNENBERG, JERRY

BROOKS, THEO I

BROOKS, WARREN A

BROOKS, WILLIAM C

BROOM, JEAN

BROOMHEAD, KELLI C

BROTHERS, DAVID L

BROWN, ALFRED

BROWN, ANDREW R

BROWN, ELEANOR B

BROWN, JAIME

BROWN, RUDY J

BROWN, STUART

BROWNING, FERRIS I

BRUBAKER, BRETT

BRUCE, DAN D

BRUFFY, JAMES

BRUNER, MARC

BRUNSCHWIG, PIERRE J

BRYAN, MICHAEL D

BRYANT, CORY

BRYANT, JOY

BRYANT, MISTY

BUCHOLZ, MATTHEW

BUCKNER, TOMMEY E

BUFFALO PEAKS MASSAGE

BULICEK, WAYNE

BUNCH, BOBBY L

BUNN, RONALD W

BURCHFIELD, JAMES C

BURDICK, HOPE A

BURDINE, FRANK

BURGDORF, CADE

BURGIN, ROBERT

BURGNER, DON E JR

BURHYTE, SAMANTHA

BURKE, MICAH

BURKE, TROY L

BURNS, REED

BURNS, ROBERT

BURNS, WILLIAM A

BURRINGTON, ROBERT

BURST, JEFF

BUSHNELL, ROBERT

BUTCHER, JOSEPH L

BUTH, DONALD R

BUTKOVICH, EDWARD

BUTLER, DAVID

BUTLER, PATRICIA

BUTORAC, NORMAN C

BUTTENWEISER, LINDA

BUTTERFIELD, JIM D

BYERLY, SHANNON K

BYRD, BILL

CABIN CORP

CADUGAN, EDWARD C

CADY, CARY V

CAIN, CHRISTINA

CAIN, JANET L CAIN, JEFF

CAIRO, VICTOR CALLAHAN, JULIE

CAMERON, CHRISTOPH E

CAMP, E J

CAMP, JACKIE

CAMP, THOMAS C JR

CAMPBELL, B O

CAMPBELL, F U

CAMPBELL, HOMER D

CAMPBELL, JEFFREY A

CAMPBELL, JOHN M

CAMPBELL, MARNER

CAMPBELL, PAUL M

CAMPER, ROGER CANCINO, GREGARIO

CANION, JAMES B

CANTRELL, GENTRY W

CAREY, JAMES

CARLETON, RICHARD C

CARLILE, PERRY

CARLSON, CYNTHIA W

CARLSON, KENNETH C

CARLSON, ROD W

CARLSON, SCOTT A

CARLTON, DARLA G

CARLTON, SID

CARMAN, WILLIAM H JR

CARMEL OF THE SACRED

HEART

CARMODY, PHILLIP

CARNEVALE, PHILIP S

CAROTHERS, CHUCK

CARPENTER, ANDREA

CARPENTER, LEAH

CARPIO, ROBERT L SR

CARR, CAROL

CARR, JAMES V

CARR, JOHN E

CARR, PATRICK

CARSON, EMERY

CARSON, LAURA L CARSON, ROBERT L

CARTER, ANTHONY P

CARTER, COLLEEN

CARTER, DIANE M

CARTER, REGINA A

CARTNER, ROBERT E

CARVER, AUBREY

CARWILE, JAMES L

CASCADE, ROBYN

CASCARELLI, JOSEPH

CASTLE, ELISA

CATES, HAROLD E

CATES, JAMES D

CATHERINE JOANNE GRIEB

TRUST

CATION, DOUGLAS E

CATLETT, MARY

CATTLE BARON

STEAKHOUSE

CAUGHMAN, CHRISTEEN

CAUGHMAN, SONNIE

CAVANAUGH, RUSSELL CEDAR RANCH

INVESTMENTS LLP

CELLA, ERIC B

CELLUDYNE II

CHAFA, MICHAEL G CHAMBERS, ARTHUR

CHANCE, DAN J

CHANDLER, JAMES W JR

CHANDLER-REAVES, TAMMY

CHAPEL, OAK STREET CHAPMAN, CHARLES L CHARLES, DALE R

CHAVEZ, ROBERT A CHAVEZ, THOMAS CHAVEZ, VINCENT CHO, STEVEN D CHOPTAIN, CHRIS L

CHRISKE, GREG

CHRISTENSEN, ADAM

CHRISTENSEN, NEIL

CHRISTENSEN, TYLER

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CHRISTIANSEN, CARL

CHRISTIANSON, DAN

CHRISTMAN, J E

CHRYPINSKI, MICHAEL H

CHRYST, PARK R JR

CHURCH, LONNIE

CIFALA, M CISNEROS, KEN

CLAREMONT, BRUCE

CLARK, BRAD

CLARK, TOM L CLAUSSEN, STUART

CLAXTON, HUBERT A CLAY, H A

CLEMANS, KEITH W CLEMENS, J P

CLEMENT, KEVIN

CLEMENT, WM G CLEMENTS, BOBBY R CLEMENTS, RON CLEVELAND, BRETT A CLEVELAND, NATHAN G

CLIFTON, JIM D

CLINE, HAROLD L

CLITHERO, JOE

CLOTWORTHY, MARGARET

CLOYD, L S

CLOYS, MONIKA

CLUGSTON, WILLIAM A

CLYMENS, CECIL

COCKRUM, DENNIS E

COGAN, DOUGLAS E

COGAN, LINDA J

COGGINS, JO ANN

COLE, CAROLYN

COLEMAN, LARRY

COLEMAN, LYMAN

COLEMAN, ROBERT G III

COLITSES, MARILYN K

COLLEGIATE PEAKS

COLLETT, ROLAND D

COLLINS, AL

COLLINS, MICHAEL D

COLLINS, WILLIAM B

COLO OFFICE SYSTEMS OF BV

COLORADO MOUNTAIN.ORG

COLVIN, GREG

COLVIN, LINDA G

COLVIN, SCOTT

COMPTON, KATHRYN COMPTON, KENNETH CONDOLUCI, DOMINIC CONFER, KENNETH E CONKLIN, JANINE

CONN, NORMA J

CONNELL, WILLIAM R

CONOVER, WILLIAM CONVENIENCE PLUS #47 CONVERSE, EDWARD S CONWAY, BRENT CONWAY, MICHAEL COOK, CYNTHIA

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COOK, JACK E

COOK, JOHN COOK, MOLLY L

COOK, REX N COOKE, DON

COOKE, JAMES H

COOKE, RICHARD COOPER, DAN W COOPER, DARRELL COOPER, JOE

COOPER, TIMOTHY H COPELAND, SHELLEY COPEN, MARGARETA COPPERTHITE, KIMBERLY K CORBIN, CLARENCE J CORDOVA, STEVE CORDOVA, TAMARA K CORNELL, WILLIAM L CORNIE, OPAL

CORONADO, PAUL CORRAY, L W CORRIGAN, TERESA COSCARELLA, BENJAMIN R COTTER, JOSEPH

COUILLARD, JESSIE A COULOMBE, CONRAD COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS

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CRIST, CHARLOTTE CROIX, CHARLES CRONOBLE, ROB CROSS, DAVID CROSSROADS PROPERTIES CROUCH, NORMAN F CROW, KEVIN

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CULP, M J

CUMMINGS, WANDA L

CUNNINGHAM, DEAN

CUNNINGHAM, HELEN J CUPP, J

CURLEY, JACK CURNOW, ROBERT CURRY, FERN CURRY, O M III

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DALTON, TIM

DAMME, MERRILL R

DANGELO, JOSEPH N

DANZIGER, DOUGLAS H DARLING, ANNE

DARLING, SPENCER

DARRAH, PAUL D

DARRIGO, ROBERT M DAVEY, JAMES L DAVID, JACK L DAVIDOFF, D DAVIDSON, ALLAN DAVIDSON, RUSSELL DAVIES, STEPHEN B DAVIS, BRANNON DAVIS, DENNIS H DAVIS, EMMETT DAVIS, GLEN A DAVIS, JOHN DAVIS, KATHY B DAVIS, MAXINE DAVIS, ROBERT A DAVIS, ROBERT W DAVIS, RON DAVIS, TERRY L DAWSON, WAYNE DAY, AMY DEAL, IVY S DEAL, MIKE L DEAN, NICHOLAS R DEFRIES, PAUL J DEGANAHL, CHARLES C DELANEY, CAROLYN L DELANGHE, JOHN E DELAY, ZELMA DELKER, FRANK DELUCA, JOSEPH DELUCA, PHILLIP DELVENTHAL, AARON DEMAIO, JANE A DENISON, WES DENNETT, MAVISE DENNING, ANTOINETTE DENNISON, GREGG A DEPP, DONALD W DETMER, MIKE DETWILER, JAMES M DEVELLIS, STEFANIE A DEVOS, TIMOTHY DEWALT, HAROLD G DEWEESE, JOSEPH E DEWEY, KENNETH W DEWEY, MARK DIAMOND, DEBRA K DIAMOND, GLEN D DICKERSON, BEN II DICKINSON, THOMAS E DIDOMENICO, MARGARET DIERCKS, DOUGLAS L DIESSLIN, WAYNE DIETZ, SELLEANA

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DOUGLAS, HENRY

DOUGLAS, PAUL C

DOUGLASS, REX DOWNING, GARY G DOWNING, JUNE K

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DRAIN, RICHARD E

DRENNAN, KENNETH

DREYER, WILLIAM

DRIESEN, JOHN E

DRUHAN, JOHN L

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EDHEGARD, PAUL A

EDMISTON, LARRY

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EDWARDS, ROBERT B

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EGGLESTON, JAMES E

EGGLESTON, MELVIN

EIBLING, MICHAEL

EIDE, JACKSON B

EILAND, BENNY J

EITELGEORGE, JOHN F

EKSTROM, JUDY

ELIFRITZ, MICHAEL W

ELLEDGE, JACK W

ELLER, JUDITH

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ELLISON, BERTHA M

ELLITHORPE, JOY E

ELLSWORTH, JAMES

EMBREY, BRANDO

EMERSON, JASON H

EMERY, MICHAEL W

EMMER, M B

EMMITE, JAMES R

EMOND, DAVID L

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ENAX, JACKIE D

ENGELBRECHT, TRAVIS

ENGLAND, DANIEL L

ENGLERT, STEVE

EPELBAUM, MANUEL

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ERK, ELSIE E

ERTEL, DAVID

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WINGS OF WONDER

Experience the magic of butterflies

Shift Timing, Shift Savings

By Mark Hall CEO

As we settle into the heat of July, our homes naturally use more electricity. Air conditioners run longer; refrigerators work harder, and daily routines — from cooking dinner to doing laundry — often overlap during the warmest parts of the day. That’s also when the demand for electricity across our community is at its highest.

At Southeast Colorado Power Association, our top priority is delivering safe, reliable, and affordable power whenever and wherever you need it. But during peak energy hours there’s added pressure on the grid as homes and businesses require larger amounts of electricity, all at the same time. On the hottest days, that strain can be significant.

The good news is that small changes at home can make a meaningful difference.

Think of our electric grid like a highway system. During rush hour, traffic is heavy, congestion builds, and everything slows down. But when drivers adjust their schedules even slightly, it helps ease the bottleneck. The same principle applies to energy use.

By shifting some of your high-energy activities to off-peak hours — like doing laundry later in the evening, running the dishwasher before you go to bed, or cooking meals earlier in the day, you’re helping spread out demand. That reduces pressure on the grid during those critical peak hours.

Here are a few simple steps you can take to lower energy use during peak hours.

Smart technology can be a valuable partner in saving energy. A programmable or smart thermostat

can automatically adjust your home’s temperature when demand is highest, helping you stay comfortable while using energy more efficiently. Even a small adjustment of a few degrees during peak hours can make a difference.

In the kitchen, simple swaps can help, too. Using a slow cooker, air fryer, or outdoor grill instead of the oven keeps your home more comfortable and reduces the need for additional cooling during the warmer parts of the day. And when it comes to laundry, air-drying clothes or spacing out loads can cut down on both energy use and indoor heat.

Don’t overlook the power of ceiling fans, either. They can help you feel several degrees cooler, allowing you to raise your thermostat setting without sacrificing comfort.

These actions may seem small on their own, but together, they add up. When many members make mindful choices about when and how they use electricity, it helps reduce peak demand, eases strain on the grid, and supports more stable energy costs for our local communities.

That’s the cooperative difference. As a member, you’re not just a customer, you’re part of a community working together to power our future. Every effort you make contributes to a stronger, more resilient system.

This summer, I encourage you to take a closer look at your daily routines. A few simple shifts can go a long way in keeping your home comfortable, your energy use efficient, and our grid running smoothly — no matter how high the temperatures climb.

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Finding Gratitude Among the Chaos

By Brad Cook SECPA member

Once again, I am in awe of the volunteers in our county. Pritchett, Campo, Springfield, Two Buttes, Vilas, and Walsh … your volunteer fire personnel are top notch. You guys never get enough credit, but we’re all thankful for what you do.

In addition to the firefighters, those county workers blading and hauling water are not without mention. Your tireless efforts are also commended.

To the farmers with discs and equipment, I tip my hat. I know the firefighters love to see you all coming to help, too.

The ranchers who were providing gathering assistance, pickups, trailers, and moving cattle. You guys rock.

Neighboring agencies that joined the fight also: You left your jobs and families to assist people that you probably don’t even know. That is beyond commendable. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else other than right here with all these amazing community members and volunteers.

I need to add one group — our Southeast Colorado Power Association linemen. I just met a convoy of SECPA trucks at Springfield, lights flashing, headed south.

SECPA office is closed Thursday, July 2 and Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day.

Empower Kids to Stay Safe Outdoors

According to the National Institutes of Health, electricity causes approximately 1,000 deaths and 30,000 injuries in the United States each year, 20% of which occur to children. Empower your family with electrical safety knowledge that can potentially save their lives. Always remember that electricity is everywhere, even when playing outdoors, away from screens and other plug-in devices.

• Electrical substations may spark a child’s imagination with high towers and sprawling gates, but make sure your children know never to enter one for any reason. An adult should call Southeast Colorado Power Association for help if a lost pet or toy enters one. (*WIN Robert Dowell Jr. acct 4048xxxxx)

• Always assume that power lines are energized and dangerous. Inform children to stay away from downed or low-hanging power lines and ask them to tell an adult if they see one. SECPA will send a professional to assist.

• Children should never play with, climb on, or open pad mount transformers or outdoor electrical green boxes. They contain electrical equipment for underground service to homes and businesses and may be dangerous. If children see a box that is open or damaged, they should stay away from it and tell an adult to contact the utility.

• While it may look like fun, never play on a flooded street or in a water-filled ditch. The water may hide fallen power lines or damaged electrical equipment, which could cause serious injury or death.

• Do not plan outdoor activities if a thunderstorm is expected. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last observed clap of thunder or lightning bolt to play outside.

• Kites and other flying devices, such as toy airplanes or drones, should only be used in large, open areas far away from power lines and electrical equipment.

If you find your name in this issue as follows (WIN* Your Name, your account number), contact Southeast Colorado Power Association at 719-384-2551 or 800332-8634 to receive a $50 credit on your next power bill.

Cultivating Trade Careers

San Isabel Electric employees are helping high schoolers tackle a question many adults spend years trying to answer: What do you want to be when you grow up?

For Branson senior William Doherty, he can almost pinpoint the day his career goals finally clicked.

In September 2024, Will and his Branson classmates participated in San Isabel Electric’s Workforce Development Program. The program introduces high school students to careers in the electric cooperative industry. Through interactive hands-on experiences, SIEA employees demonstrate their work and why their jobs are vital to communities.

It is SIEA’s hope to cultivate the next generation of skilled utility workers and encourage local students to build their futures close to home. Students who have participated say the program works.

Doherty said he immediately felt inspired. He said it was clear that SIEA lineworkers genuinely enjoy their jobs, even with the physical demands, unknown risks, and personal sacrifices.

“It’s very encouraging and motivating to see a bunch of guys who are so passionate about what they do,” Doherty said. “That’s one thing that I really aspire to — a job that I enjoy going to every day. A lot of people don’t have that.”

A group of three Primero students felt that same impact.

“I have it pretty locked down. I know I'm gonna stick with this,” Primero’s Charleigh Lopez said. After the presentation, she started learning to work on cars with her cousin and signed up for shop class. “I like the freedom. I work on my own machines. I set them up. If they break, I fix them.”

Lopez’s classmates Jeremiah Montoya and Khailee Sanchez had already heard about the benefits of working in utilities: being outside, hands-on work, and affordable training and education.

All four students said the opportunity to work close to home and enter the workforce sooner than traditional four-year degrees makes trade careers especially appealing.

For decades, companies across southern Colorado have watched young skilled workers leave for communities that have more opportunities. “It’s easy to see the staffing challenges ahead,” SIEA General Manager Ryan Elarton said. “We’re facing the retirement of an entire generation of utility workers, the modernization of the grid, and the need to support new technologies.”

“We want students to know there are great careers right here at home,” Chief Business Officer Lisa Folga said. “They can build a successful future without leaving their families and communities.”

Working in utilities can be demanding, but it’s deeply rewarding. This is something Doherty has already picked up on. “You know that you’re needed,” he said. “You’re working a job helping people, keeping their lights on, and doing a job that means a lot.”

Southern Colorado is fortunate to have bright, talented, and motivated students like Doherty, Montoya, Lopez, and Sanchez. SIEA is proud to help guide them to meaningful careers.

ELECTRIC CO-OPS HAVE A DIVERSE ARRAY OF CAREERS, EACH PLAYING A ROLE IN KEEPING THE LIGHTS ON:

• Dispatch • Energy services

• Linemen • Mechanic

• Meter shop • Human resources

• Substations • Tree trimmers

• Engineering

• Accounting/billing

• Communications & media

• Geographical information systems

• Leadership & administration

• Purchasing & inventory management

IN-STATE LINE SCHOOL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

• Trinidad State College, Colorado Springs (15 weeks)

• Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction (30 weeks / 2 semesters)

CURRENT COST

• Tuition: approx. $4,600

Student & program fees: approx. $1,000

Books and tools: $3,000 - $4,000

• CDL : costs vary

• Estimated total: $9,000 - $10,000

Costs vary by school and do not include fees and expenses related to housing, meals, and transportation.

New Programs Can Help Members Save

San Isabel Electric Association is introducing three new programs designed to help members lower their electric bills by shifting energy use to lower-cost times of day.

To participate, members must enroll in the Off-Peak Plus Rate, which offers significantly lower electricity rates during off-peak hours — 20 hours a day Monday through Saturday, and all day Sunday.

The Off-Peak Plus Rate is best for members who can shift activities like charging electric vehicles, heating water, and running major appliances outside of on-peak hours.

These programs also benefit all members by helping reduce electricity demand during peak periods, which helps the co-op manage wholesale power costs and stabilize rates.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

• Get access to 20 hours of significantly less expensive electricity per day, Monday–Saturday, and all day Sunday

• Potential bill savings

• Earn rebates and incentives

• Reliable backup power during an outage

• Help stabilize rates for the whole membership

YOUR HOUSEHOLD MAY BE A GOOD CANDIDATE IF YOU:

• Can shift appliance use to off-peak hours

• Charge an EV at home

• Can avoid using electricity during on-peak hours

OFF-PEAK PLUS RATE (OPTIONAL RATE)

On-peak price:

• $0.3821 / kilowatt hour

Off-peak price:

• $0.0884 for the first 1,000 kilowatt hours

• $0.0629 after the first 1,000 kilowatt hours

CLASSIC TRADITIONAL RATE

(most members are enrolled in this rate):

• $0.1607 for the first 1,000 kilowatt hours

• $0.1307 after the first 1,000 kilowatt hours

1. Smart Thermostat Pilot Program

Dial in savings on your electric bill

San Isabel Electric is looking for 30 members to join the Shift to Save Smart Thermostat Pilot Program. Participants will receive a professionally installed smart thermostat at no cost plus a $25 annual participation reward.

Members who already own a smart thermostat, or purchase their own, can enroll and receive a $50 sign-up incentive along with the $25 annual reward.

When extreme weather or high electricity demand is expected, participants may receive requests to allow a temporary thermostat adjustment of a few degrees for no more than four hours. Members remain in control and can opt out or override adjustments at any time. Adjustment requests are limited to less than 20 per year. Participants must also enroll in the Off-Peak Plus Rate for at least 12 months.

Interested? Contact SIEA at energyservices@siea.com or 719-647-6250. Pilot program participation is limited.

Scan the QR code or visit siea.com/shifttosave/#smartthermostat to learn more.

2. EV Charger Rebate Boost

Electric vehicle owners can save 75% or more if they charge at home rather than charging at a public DC fast charger. Having a charger at home is key to realizing potential financial savings with an EV.

The cost of installing a 240-volt, Level 2 EV charger at home is between $500$3,000+ based on specific installation needs.

To help make Level 2 home charging more accessible for EV owners, SIEA is temporarily increasing rebate amounts for Level 2 chargers.

For a limited time, households earning between 80% and 150% of the area’s median income — which includes many middle-income families — can get up to $3,000 in rebates for Level 2 EV chargers. Most SIEA members fall within this range, and all members are eligible for additional rebates on Level 2 chargers. Non-income qualified households can apply for a rebate up to $1,500 when they install an EV charger at home.

There are a few factors considered for EV charger rebate amounts. Depending on the type of charger, household income, and the complexity of the installation, rebates can reach up to 50% of the charger cost and installation fees.

Members must also enroll or be enrolled in the Off-Peak Plus Rate.

Scan the QR code or visit siea.com/shifttosave/#evrebateboost to learn more.

3. Get Backup Power While Getting Paid

The new battery energy storage program allows members to have backup power for their whole home and create their own rate stability.

Members enrolled in the program receive:

• A $30 monthly bill credit

• 20-hours of nearly half-price electricity during off-peak hours Monday – Saturday

• Nearly half-price electricity all day Sunday

• Reliable backup power in the event of an outage

Home batteries charge during low-demand hours. The battery kicks in during periods of high demand or during an outage. Batteries are compatible with or without solar up to a total battery and renewables combined installed capacity of 25 kilowatt hours.

Interested members must be enrolled in or sign up for the Off-Peak Plus Rate. However, if you cannot avoid using electricity between 5 and 9 p.m. Monday –Saturday, this program might not be a good fit for you.

Interested in this program? Call SIEA at 719-647-6250 or email energyservices@ siea.com for more information and to enroll. Scan the QR code or visit siea.com/ shifttosave/#batterystorage to learn more.

0% FINANCING IS AVAILABLE

No upfront costs! 0% financing is available for up to 10 years for members with approved credit. Payments are conveniently added to your electric bill.

County Fairs Seek Pool Bids

Every year, 4-H and FFA members spend countless hours preparing their animals and projects for their local county fair. These programs give youth hands-on experience with animal care, accountability, and responsibility. Their work reflects the same commitment and practical skills of future leaders and that keeps our nation’s food production industry strong.

The process of raising livestock is not only rigorous, but expensive. That’s why San Isabel Electric has made an annual tradition of donating $5,000 to support these efforts in each of the counties primarily served by the co-op. “4-H and FFA instill qualities you cannot learn from a textbook. They teach grit, integrity, and the confidence to take on real challenges, and those traits help young people grow into successful adults,” Board President Jacque Sikes said.

Support future leaders in your community by attending your local fair or making a pool bid donation. Pool bid and add-on donations are used to support exhibitors by adding to the sale price of their animals. Students often save their sale money for future projects or invest the money in a fund for their higher education.

HUERFANO COUNTY FAIR

Livestock Sale: Saturday, August 8

Huerfano County Fairgrounds, La Veta

• 3 p.m. – Dinner

• 5 p.m. – Livestock Sale Begins

To submit an add-on bid, please contact Cindy Jameson by phone at 719-989-1015 or email cjameson@live.com for the add-on form.

LAS ANIMAS COUNTY FAIR

Livestock Sale: Saturday, July 25

Las Animas County Fairgrounds, Trinidad

• 4 p.m. – Dinner (Tickets can be reserved ahead of time or purchased at the door.)

• 6 p.m. – Livestock Sale Begins

To submit an add-on bid, please mail a check made out to the LAC Fair Board to P.O. Box 405 Trinidad, CO 81082. For questions, please email lacfair@gmail.com.

PUEBLO COUNTY FAIR

Livestock Sale: Saturday, July 25

Southwest Motors Event Center, Pueblo

• 1:30 p.m. – Buyers Lunch (Call 719-583-6566 to reserve tickets by 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 16.)

• 3 p.m. – Showcase Sale Begins

Pool bid or add-on donation information: Please mail a check made out to the Pueblo County Showcase Sale to 701 Court Street, Suite C, Pueblo, CO 81003. For questions, please contact the CSU Pueblo County Extension Office at 719-583-6566.

WINGS OF WONDER

Experience the magic of butterflies

The Path To Efficiency Independence

By Trent Loutensock General Manager

While fireworks and Independence Day parades are synonymous with the Fourth of July, no such fanfare comes to mind when discussing energy efficiency. Perhaps it should. If you think about it, energy efficiency not only benefits individuals and families, but the country as a whole. Energy efficiency combined with energy conservation and advances in technology in the utility industry ultimately help our country on a path toward greater energy independence. And that’s worth celebrating.

BENEFITS OF EFFICIENCY

At its essence, greater efficiency means less energy is used for the production of goods and services. For individual consumers, a reduction in energy use usually translates to a tangible financial benefit: more money in your wallet at the end of the month. If your neighbors are also using less energy collectively, it means the overall cost of providing that electricity could be lower and may result in reduced costs for co-op members. For many, this is reason enough to strive for greater energy efficiency. On a national level, energy efficiency, sometimes called the “fifth fuel,” has a more profound impact. It can potentially boost the economy by allowing consumers and businesses to invest in other areas. As importantly, greater energy efficiency may slow the rate at which domestic energy is depleted and therefore reduce or diminish the need for foreign energy.

STRIKE UP THE BAND

There’s no need to wait to start your energy efficiency efforts. Every American can take charge of their own energy use, regardless of the date on the calendar.

Small steps can lead to a big difference for you and your neighbors, whether across the road or across the country.

Energy efficiency can generally be achieved two ways. The first is with mechanical change, such as replacing an older HVAC unit or less efficient appliance with a new ENERGY STAR model or upgrading to new insulated windows. Less expensive actions include improving the seal of your home’s “envelope” by caulking exterior windows and doors and sealing openings where pipes and ductwork meet the outside. Swapping out incandescent bulbs — inside and outside — with LEDs also makes a noticeable difference.

SMART CONTROL

The second way to realize energy efficiency is through smarter management of your energy use. Leveraging smart thermostat technology is a good place to start. Most smart thermostats contain an app allowing remote control by mobile phone or tablet. Program your thermostat to reflect your family’s schedule. Many thermostat programs allow you to view and edit your thermostat schedule and monitor the amount of energy used. Sometimes, however, energy efficiency is simply a matter of changing old habits such as washing clothes in cold water instead of hot or running the dishwasher during times you are not using other appliances. Megan Welp 11527XXXXX

Regardless of the path you take on the road to energy efficiency and independence, Y-W Electric Association can help you on the journey. For more information about energy efficiency programs, contact us at 970-345-2291, our team will be happy to assist you.

Mailing Address

P.O. Box Y Akron, CO 80720

Street Address

26862 U.S. Hwy 34 Akron, CO 80720

PH: 970-345-2291

TF: 800-660-2291

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Empower Kids To Stay Safe Outdoors

According to the National Institutes of Health, electricity causes approximately 1,000 deaths and 30,000 injuries in the United States each year, 20% of which occur in children. Empower your family with electrical safety knowledge that can potentially save their lives. Always remember that electricity is everywhere, even when playing outdoors away from screens and other plug-in devices.

• Electrical substations may spark a child’s imagination with high towers and sprawling gates, but make sure your children know never to enter one for any reason. An adult should call the Y-W Electric for help if a lost pet or toy enters one.

• Always assume that power lines are energized and dangerous. Inform children to stay away from downed or low-hanging power lines and ask them to tell an adult if they see one. The Y-W Electric will send a professional to assist.

• Children should never play with, climb on, or open pad mount transformers or outdoor electrical green boxes. They contain electrical equipment for underground service to homes and businesses and are dangerous. If children see a box that is open or damaged, they should stay away from it and tell an adult to contact Y-W Electric.

• While it may look like fun, never play on a flooded street or in a water-filled ditch. Water may hide fallen power lines or damaged electrical equipment, which could cause serious injury or death.

• Do not plan outdoor activities if a thunderstorm is expected. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last observed clap of thunder or lightning bolt to play outside. Don Nadow Jr. 8510XXXXX

• If enjoying the outdoors near water, such as a lake or pool, never use electronics with damp hands or while standing in water.

• Kites, toy airplanes, and drones, should only be used in large, open areas far away from power lines and electrical equipment.

Running multiple major appliances at the same time — like your dishwasher, laundry machines, and oven — can spike energy demand. This can strain the grid, especially during peak hours typically late afternoon to early evening.

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY

TIP OF THE MONTH

Instead of stacking appliance use, spread it out throughout the day or shift chores to off-peak hours when energy demand is lower. This not only helps improve overall efficiency but can also reduce your energy costs. A simple habit change, like doing laundry in the morning and running the dishwasher overnight, can make a meaningful difference for both your wallet and energy reliability.

Howdy, Folks!

IT’S FAIR TIME AGAIN ON THE

NORTHEASTERN PLAINS

EASTERN COLORADO ROUNDUP

JULY 21 – JULY 26

Washington County Fairgrounds, Akron

Highlights

JULY 21

Horse Show

• Hog Show

JULY 22

Sheep Show

• Goat Show

• Exhibit building open

• Poultry Show

JULY 23 Beef Show

• Rabbit Show

• Draft Horse Pull

JULY 24

• Parade Round Robin Showmanship

• PRCA Rodeo

• Junior Livestock Sale Barbecue and Watermelon Feed sponsored by Y-W Electric Association

• Junior Livestock Sale

JULY 25

• Antique Tractor pull

• PRCA Rodeo

• Concert – Landon Smith

JULY 26

Breakfast and church service

Visit ecroundup.com for full schedule, event times, and ticket sales information.

YUMA COUNTY FAIR

JULY 31 – AUGUST 4

Yuma County Fairgrounds, Yuma

Highlights

JULY 30

Dairy, Hog, and Draft Horse Shows

• Pedal Tractor Pull

JULY 31

Beef, Sheep, and Goat Shows

• Rodeo Slack

• Gymkhana

• Night Show

AUGUST 1

Yuma County Fair Parade (downtown Yuma)

• Barbeque — Sponsored by Premier Farm Credit, Smithfield, Yuma Dairy, C&F Foods Inc., Shop-All, and Y-W Electric Association

• Rodeo Slack (Steer Roping)

• PRCA Rodeo — Military and First Responder Appreciation

• Rodeo Slack, Following PRCA

• Hispanic Concert

• Teen Dance

AUGUST 2

Cowboy Church

• Stallings Memorial Draft Horse Pull

• Round Robin Contest PRCA Rodeo — 4H and FFA night

AUGUST 3

Rodeo Slack – Steer Roping

Visit yumacounty.net for full schedule, event times, and ticket sales information. Allan and Delinda Davisson 3603XXXXX

OFF YOUR ELECTRIC BILL

Each month, Y-W Electric Association offers its members a chance to earn a $20 credit on their next electric bill. If you find your name and account number in this magazine, call 800-660-2291 and ask for your credit. It couldn’t be easier.

Get acquainted with your account number, read your Colorado Country Life magazine, and pick up the phone. You must claim your credit during the month in which your name appears in the magazine — check the date on the front cover.

Congratulations to the Y-W Electric members who called to claim their $20 bill credit in May: Cande and Torey Medeles, Mary Strand, Richard E. Zwirn, Charles Zwirn, and Ace Lilienthal.

Going Out of Town?

Summer vacations often lead to a common question: Why doesn’t my electric bill drop when I’m away? The answer lies in how energy is used.

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Energy consumption depends more on lifestyle and household size than time spent at home. Daily tasks like cooking and laundry still require electricity, whether done throughout the day or all at once. In fact, energy use may increase before and after a trip due to extra cleaning and chores.

Another common misconception is that raising the thermostat significantly will cut costs. While changing the setting helps, a vacant home still uses energy to maintain temperature, and many appliances — like refrigerators, water heaters, and furnaces — continue running automatically.

TIPS TO SAVE ENERGY WHILE AWAY

• Turn up your thermostat to be closer to the forecast outside temperatures, but still expect some continued use.

• Unplug electronics and small appliances when possible.

• Adjust or turn off water heater if appropriate

If you’re away for an extended time, consider having your bill forwarded and check billing data on SmartHub to better understand your usage.

Enjoy your summer — and stay energy smart!