January Highline Notes 2019

HIGHLINE notes January 2019

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editorial GIVING BACK - THE COOPERATIVE DIFFERENCE

Marshal Albright, President/CEO

budget forecast. As a not-for-profit member-owned cooperative, that is governed by a nine-member board of directors; we have the flexibility to limit year-end margins by lowering the rate you pay for electricity.

2018 was a record year for the sales of electricity to the members of Cass County Electric Cooperative.

In addition to stable growth, the weather had a significant impact on electricity sales. Over the past eleven months, we had favorable weather for the sales of electricity.

Winter temperatures were about 11 percent colder than average, we had a slightly warmer summer, and a spring and fall that were short-lived.

This combination of stable growth and favorable weather resulted in higher than budgeted sales and revenue.

Although year-end numbers were not available when this editorial went to print, our sales and revenue will exceed our year-end

Your Board of Directors approved a plan to lower the variable cost component on member’s bills called the Purchased Power Adjustment (PPA) in November by $250,000. For the December bills that will be mailed out in January, we are forecasting the reduction to be a similar amount or even higher if sales in December remain strong. This is in addition to $6 million in wholesale power cost increases the cooperative absorbed in 2018.

With year-end financial performance projected to be better than anticipated, the forecasted payout of capital credits to the members of the cooperative could exceed a record $1.7 million in 2019. Over the past five years, CCEC has paid out more than $6 million in capital credits to the membership. According to Chief Financial Officer, Chad Sapa, if growth and financial performance remain strong, up to $8 million is budgeted to be paid out to the membership in capital credits over the next five years.

Your Board of Directors and management team are committed

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to sound financial management of the cooperative to provide the best value for our member’s investment in the cooperative.

The year-end rate relief and potential record capital credit payout forecasted for 2019 is excellent news for the members of Cass County Electric Cooperative.

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November 2018 Board Highlights (Unapproved)

The Cass County Electric Board of Directors met on Friday, November 30, 2018, and discussed the following: •Approved the October 2018 consent agenda of the regular board meeting consisting of: minutes of the previous meeting, monthly department reports, board compensation schedule, and the October Purchased Power Adjustment.

•President/CEO Marshal Albright gave his President’s Report, reporting on operational updates, meetings attended, security options for CCEC property, and the status of Union negotiations.

•Approved the October financial report. The board also approved management staff’s recommendation to limit 2018 excess margins by lowering the electricity rate for November by $250,000. The preliminary 2019 operating budget was reviewed.

•Eide Bailly, LLP presented on the 2019 IT Cybersecurity Services Scope of Work, and the proposed 2018 financial audit Letter of Engagement. The board approved Eide Bailly preparing the 2018 financial audit, and the IT Cybersecurity Scope of Work for 2019.

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STAY TUNED FOR OUR NEW UPCOMING CO-OP CURRENT! RESIDENTIAL MEMBERS SIGNED UP FOR SMARTHUB WILL RECEIVE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY TIPS, EASY ACCESS TO THEIR SMARTHUB ACCOUNT, AND HIGHLINE NOTES DELIVERED ELECTRONICALLY. THIS SERVICE WILL START IN JANUARY 2019!

•Directors reported on the meetings of Square Butte Electric Cooperative, Minnkota Power Cooperative, and North Dakota Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives.

•Approved the October 2018 estate capital credit payments.

•The board appointed voting delegates and alternates for the upcoming annual meetings for NRECA, NDAREC, and Federated Rural Electric Insurance Exchange.

•Approved closing the CCEC offices on Monday, December 24, 2018 for the Christmas Eve holiday.

The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 19, 2018.

Highline Notes Volume 77, Number 1

Writer Sara Erickson, serickson@kwh.com Designer Jocelyn Hovland, jhovland@kwh.com

Printer Forum Communications Printing Board of Directors Marcy Svenningsen, Chairman Jeff Triebold, Vice Chairman Glenn Mitzel, Secretary Sid Berg, Treasurer Douglas Anderson Russell Berg John Froelich Wendy Loucks Thomas J. Seymour Executive Staff Marshal Albright, President/CEO Jodi Bullinger, Vice President of Engineering and Operations Paul Matthys, Vice President of Member and Energy Services Chad Sapa, Vice President of Corporate Services and CFO Tim Sanden, Vice President of Information Technology and CIO Highline Notes (USPS 244-740) is published monthly by Cass County Electric Cooperative, Inc., 3312 42nd St. S., Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104 Periodicals postage paid at Fargo, North Dakota 58104, and at additional mailing offices.

Subscription Rate: 28¢/month.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Highline Notes, 3312 42nd St. S., Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104.

CO-OP CONNECTIONS®

The Co-op Connections® program, a cardbased benefit program for CCEC members, is designed to deliver added value to our member-owners. The program offers a variety of discounts at participating local and national businesses. And those businesses benefit from increased customer visits by co-op members.

Contact Jocelyn at 701-356-4526 if your business is interested in participating!

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© Copyright Cass County Electric Cooperative 2019. All rights reserved.

Printed in the U.S.A. Contact us Billing questions/ start or stop service: 701-356-4430 or 888-277-4422 Emergency or Power Outage: 701-356-4499 or 888-277-4424 Other questions: 701-356-4400 or 800-248-3292 Call before you dig: 800-795-0555 or 811 Information about the cooperative, articles of incorporation, bylaws and more can be found at www.kWh.com.

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Sheyenne River National Scenic Byway Don’t be afraid to wander off the populated path and spice up your winter traveling.

Most North Dakotan’s know traveling across the state means flat landscape and long, uneventful drives, but it doesn’t always have to be that way. The Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic Byway holds a plethora of sites to see.

Anything from wildlife to historical sites dating back to the 1800s.

The Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic Byway was the first one in North Dakota to be nationally recognized and has won multiple different awards – it’s something you’re not going to want to miss. It starts at Getchell Township Hall on Barnes County Highway 21 and works its way south ending in Lisbon. If you’re planning a road trip be sure to plan time accordingly. Travel guides say to map out roughly nine hours to complete the scenic trek – this allows time to explore the small quaint towns, learn about the rich American history, and see some varied North Dakota landscape.

Warmer months have the potential to offer more to see, but there is something unique about a sparkling white blanket of snow covering the distinct sites along the way. Here are a couple of sites that would be fascinating to see this winter.

Self-guided Historic Bridges Tour

The Sheyenne River weaves its way through Valley City, ND. There are 13 total bridges in the town and eight of them make up the historic bridge tour. Begin by stopping in the Rosebud Visitor Center (250 Main Street W) and picking up a map to guide you through your adventure. One memorable bridge is the High Line – 3,860 feet long, 162 feet above the Sheyenne River, making it the longest and highest single-track railroad bridge in the United States.

Wadeson Park State Historic Site

If you’re driving this scenic byway, there’s a chance you could blink and miss Wadeson Park State Historic Site. This site consists of a hand-hewn oak cabin built by settlers Carl Jenson and his nephew John Bjerke in 1878. Over the years the cabin’s been used for many things – a community hall, pioneer home, a country store, and icehouse.

Clausen Springs

Clausen Springs Recreation Area is a 545-acre Wildlife Management Area that is open year-round. Located in the park is a campground with 60 campsites, both with electricity and non-electrical. Camping is only available May through October, but there are other opportunities for winter activities.

If your interests include hiking, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing there is a two-mile loop around Clausen Springs Lake. Don’t forget to bring your camera, you never know what you might see – it’s known to be a picturesque area especially if a fresh blanket of snow covers the landscape.

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Little Yellowstone Park

Little Yellowstone Park is another must see on your adventure along the Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic Byway. Little Yellowstone is 27 acres and is burrowed within the hills and valley along the river.

In the winter it’s possible the little spring-fed stream that runs through the park could be frozen – this could make for some cool pictures.

Fort Ransom State Park

Fort Ransom State Park is open year-round and offers many enjoyable winter activities.

Camping or glamping is available. This winter they are keeping two campsites free of snow for those winter camping lovers. If that’s not your style, they do have a cabin for the family and two 30-foot yurts with two bedrooms. These are all available year-round.

Throughout the park, there are some groomed trails spanning roughly five miles long – one designated for cross-country skiing and the other for fat-tire biking, snowshoeing, and hiking.

They even offer cross-country ski rentals if you forget or want to learn. Don’t forget to bring your camera; you never know what you might see on the trails.

In the park, you can experience an array of wildlife from birds, whitetail deer, upland beaver, to fox. Another new feature this year will be a designated hill for sledding. All of these depend on having enough snow – so check the weather or call ahead to check the snow totals. The park charges $5 per vehicle for a day pass. If you’re looking for camping prices or want to make reservations call 701-973-433.

Park photos courtesty of Tyler Modlin, Park Manager, Fort Ransom State Park

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WIN AN ALL-EXPENSE-PAID TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 15-21, 2019

ELECTRIFYING IMPACT!

As a director of Cass County Electric Cooperative, you will serve as the liaison between your fellow members and co-op executive staff, providing guidance and oversight on co-op operations. Directors provide the vital service of voicing the needs of the membership and upholding the cooperative value of democratic member control.

“Being a director is challenging, educational, and requires a time commitment.

We have the unique opportunity to set the vision for our cooperative, ensure our members get great service and quality power, and we emphasize safety as well as provide opportunities for our employees. What’s not to like?”

– Marcy Svenningsen, board chair, Valley City

Announcement of 2019 Director Elections

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Essay Question: Co-ops are powered with passion. For example, early founders demonstrated passion when they spent their free time walking farmstead to farmstead, convincing rural families to spend $5 and create electric cooperatives. Their passion led to what President Franklin D. Roosevelt called one of the greatest advancements in quality of life for rural America. What is your passion?

To enter the essay-writing contest, you must be a sophomore or junior in high school and you and your parents or guardian must be served

by CCEC. The deadline is Jan. 31, 2019. Direct entries to Jocelyn Hovland at jhovland@kwh.com or mail to: YT Essay Contest, Cass County Electric Cooperative, 3312 42nd St. S., Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104.

If you are a Cass County Electric member and are interested in becoming a Director, contact Karen Egeberg at 701- 356-4405 for a 2019 director election petition packet.

In compliance with Bylaw requirements, a petition, biographical information and such other information as the board or credentialing committee may require to establish and verify the qualifications of the proposed director to serve must be delivered to the Cooperative office no less than (90) days (by January 23, 2019) prior to the date of the Annual Member Meeting at which an election will be held: District 1

John Froelich (i) Valley City District 5-3

Glenn D. Mitzel (i) West Fargo District 6 Open position Directors are elected by ballot for a three-year term.

Nominees in Districts 1, 5-3, and 6 must be a bona fide resident of the director district in which they are seeking directorship. (See District Map) The names of all candidates who submit the required information in the time and manner specified in Article III. Section 3.6 of the Bylaws will be submitted to a credentialing committee consisting of between three and eight members, as determined by the board of directors. The credentialing committee may require District 1 District 4 candidates to provide and verify additional information District 5 (3 Directors) District 2 deemed relevant by the District 3 District 6 credentialing committee.

(CCEC Bylaws and Articles * Director 9 is an at large position of Incorporation can be found at www.kwh.com; a written copy is also available upon request.)

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What uses watts?

Use the chart below to get an idea of how appliances in your home contribute to your monthly electric bill.

Residential/household

Typical wattage* Air conditioner (central – 8.5 SEER, 2.5 tons) 3,500 Air conditioner (room – 9,000 Btu) 1,050 Clothes dryer 5,000 Clothes washer (doesn’t include hot water) 500 Coffee Maker 800 Computer 200 Dehumidifier 350 Dishwasher (doesn’t include hot water) 1,800 Freezer (frostless 15 cu. ft.)

335 Lighting - 1 Incandescent bulb 60 Lighting - 1 CFL bulb 13 Lighting - 1 LED bulb 9 Microwave oven 1,500 Radio 25 Range with oven 3,500 Refrigerator/freezer (14 cu. ft.)

300 Refrigerator/freezer (frostless, 16-18 cu. ft.) 400 Television – 46˝ LED (6 hrs./day) 87 Television – 32˝ LCD (6 hrs./day) 114 Television – 42˝ plasma (6 hrs./day) 360 Water heater (varies widely) 4,500 Water pump (deep well) 1,000

Estimated hours used per month* 100 360 16 16 5 240 240 15 334 150 150 150 10 100 15 300 250 180 180 180 90 15

Estimated monthly kWh 350 378 80 8 4 48 84 20 112 9 2 1.4 15 3 188 150 154 16 21 65 405 15

*Typical wattage and estimated hours per month are samples. Actual wattage and use will vary. Consult the information panel on your appliances for specific wattages. **Based on national average.

Cost per month at $0.11/kWh** 38.50 41.58 8.80 0.88 0.44 5.28 9.24 2.20 12.32 0.99 0.22 0.15 1.65 0.33 20.68 16.50 16.94 1.76 2.31 7.15 44.55 1.65

energy efficiency

tip of the month

When you are asleep or out of the house, turn your thermostat back 10° to 15° for eight hours and save around 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills.

A smart or programmable thermostat can make it easy to set back your temperature. www.kwh.com

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4TH QUARTER

OPERATION ROUND UP

People doing together what can’t be done individually.

Featured Recipient:

Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area Offers home repair and renovation services; Many in

our community live in substandard conditions and the needs continues\ to grow as more homeowners are

forced to choose between vital necessities and critical home repair and maintenance.

Rebuilding Together places an emphasis on helping seniors, Veterans and people living with disabilities.

Their goal is to help homeowners stay safe and healthy in their home by completing 30-50 projects each year.

Interested in joining the Operation Round Up team as a director? The fourteen member board of directors meets quarterly and determines the award distributions based on available funds, assistance required, and severity of needs. Please contact Jessica Mack at 701-356-4401 for additional information.

To enroll, withdraw, or request additional information on the Operation Round Up Program, please contact our member accounts team at 701356-4430 or 1-800-248-3292.

2018 RECIPIENTS Abuse Resource Network Abused Persons Outreach Center, Inc. American Cancer Society Anne Carlsen Center- Fargo Barnes County Sheriff’s OfficeDeputies Program Barnes County Soil Conservation District BIO Girls, Inc. Bridges Arts Council Child Evangelism Fellowship of F-M Colfax Park Board Community of Care-Arthur Education Foundation for Valley City Public Schools Enderlin High School FBLA Chapter Essentia Health Regional Foundation Family Healthcare Fargo South Bruin Food Pantry First Lutheran Sewing Ladies FirstLink

DECEMBER 2018 MEETING: APPLICATIONS REVIEWED: Organization Individual Emergency

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Organization Individual Emergency

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APPLICATIONS DENIED:

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2018 YEAR-TO-DATE SUMMARY:

Per Member’s average contribution: $5.37 Average member participation: 81.4% Total income: $190,429 (Income includes contributions, interest earned, and donations/memorials)

Applications approved (YTD)

FM Coalition for Homeless Persons Fort Ransom Sodbusters Association Fraser, Ltd. Girl Scouts-Dakota Horizons Great Plains Food Bank HEART Living at Home/Block Nurse Program Homeward Animal Shelter Hospice of the Red River Valley Hunter Park Board Jeremiah Program Junior Achievement Kindred Youth Baseball Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity Lisbon Area Health Services Mapleton Volunteer Fire Department Marketplace of Ideas/Marketplace for Kids, Inc. ND Association for the Disabled ND Jumpstart Coalition-Fargo Chapter Prairie Public Broadcasting

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Presentation Partners in Housing Quilts of Valor Foundation Rebuilding Together F-M Area Red River Human Services Foundation Red River Radio Amateurs Red River Valley Asperger- Autism Network Redemption Road Ministries Riding for Dreams Ronald McDonald House Scottish Rite Language Center SENDCAA ShareHouse South Central Adult Service Council Spare Key St. Andrew Quilters The Piece Makers Verona Community Center Village Family Service Center Wimbledon Child Care Center YWCA Cass Clay

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Get to know...

The last few months at CCEC have featured lots of goodbyes and retirement celebrations, along with many hellos and new faces. We strive to assure high-quality transfers of knowledge and employee training to ensure there is zero interruption in the quality of service that you expect from us. Take a few minutes to meet some of the newest team members who are committed to serve you.

Blake Hoover, Design & Construction Supervisor What’s your current favorite song?

Don’t have a favorite. I enjoy most music.

What’s your favorite food?

Tacos What are your interests/hobbies?

Four wheeling, dirt biking, hunting and fishing.

What’s your dream vacation destination?

Bahamas What’s your favorite season and why?

Summer, because of family and friends gathering in the lakes area.

If you won the lottery, what is the first

purchase you would make?

I would buy a house with some land out in the country.

If you could travel back in time, what time period would you go to and why?

Industrial revolution to experience all the changes that went on in the world.

Tell us about your family and/or pets.

I have one brother (Brandon) and one Sister (Kelly). Engaged to my beautiful fiancé Tia Branden to be married in 2020.

We have one cat named Loca and a new puppy named Maui.

Sara Erickson, Multimedia Communications Coordinator What’s your current favorite song?

I listen to all kinds of music, but I love Carrie Underwood’s music.

What’s your favorite food?

Anything pasta or Italian.

What are your interests/hobbies?

I am an outdoor person. I love to go hiking, camping, and just being outdoors - of course when it’s not freezing. My passion is making videos of all kinds from inspirational to adventure or exploring.

What’s your dream vacation destination?

Hiking and camping at Banff National Park in Canada, the less cell service the better.

What’s your favorite season and why?

Tyler Villarreal, Apprentice Lineworker

What’s your current favorite song?

Buy Me a Boat by Chris Janson.

What’s your favorite food?

Tacos/Mexican What are your interests/hobbies?

Fishing What’s your dream vacation destination?

3-month fishing trip.

What’s your favorite season and why?

Ice fishing season.

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Fall. I love driving around when the trees change color, plus I love sweater weather!

If you won the lottery, what is the first purchase you would make?

A vacation for my family.

If you could travel back in time, what time period would you go to and why?

1920s, I love to dance and would love to learn all their swing dancing moves.

Tell us about your family and/or pets.

My parents live in Bemidji with their new dog Honey and my cat Willow – that they’ve grown attached to, so I can’t bring her to my place. I have two siblings, one older sister and a younger brother.

If you won the lottery, what is the first purchase you would make?

Side by side and a boat.

If you could travel back in time, what time period would you go to and why?

The day my daughter was born.

Tell us about your family and/or pets.

My wife and I are both from Fargo/ Moorhead area and we just welcomed our daughter Anna into our lives in July.

safety TAKE CONTROL OVER YOUR SAFETY THIS WINTER – DON’T LET CARBON MONOXIDE TAKE YOUR POWER.

CAN’T BE

SEEN

CAN’T BE

SMELLED

CAN’T BE

HEARD

CAN BE STOPPED! WHAT IS CARBON MONOXIDE?

Carbon monoxide (CO), is a deadly gas some of your household items produce, such as gas-powered furnaces, generators, and water heaters. Even items in the garage like your car, charcoal grills or propane heaters – they all create CO. CO is commonly known as the silent killer because the human body cannot detect it. The symptoms range from a headache to dizziness and nausea.

HOW TO KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY SAFE

CO is deadly to everyone – humans and animals, so it’s important to know how to keep your loved ones safe. It’s important to know if a power outage occurs to know CO poisoning is preventable. Here are some safety tips for around the house.

• Install a battery-operated CO detector in every room – especially sleeping areas.

• Check detectors yearly.

• NEVER ignore a CO alarm.

• Inspect oil and gas furnaces every year.

• Don’t leave a vehicle running with the garage door shut.

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food RECIPES FROM YOUR KITCHEN

Email to ccec@kwh.com or mail to: Cass County Electric Cooperative; Highline Notes 3312 42nd St S, Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104

Texas Style Chili Con Carne CCEC Employee, Will Kronberg

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef 1 Lg. onion, chopped (1 cup) 1 green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup) 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 Tbsp chili powder 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp dried oregano leaves 2 tsp unsweetened baking cocoa 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 can diced tomatoes, 28-oz can 1 can red kidney beans, undrained 2 cans pinto beans, undrained Preparation: In 3-quart saucepan, cook beef, onion, and garlic over medium-high heat about eight minutes, occasionally stirring, until meat is brown; drain. Stir in remaining ingredients except for beans. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer one hour, stirring occasionally. Stir in beans, heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered about 20 minutes, occasionally stirring, until desired thickness.

Crockpot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili CCEC Employee, Tony Tasa

Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 can white beans 1 can corn, undrained 1 can RoTel, undrained 1 package ranch dressing mix 1 tsp cumin 1 Tbsp chili powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 8 oz. package light cream cheese Preparation: Place chicken breasts at the bottom of crock pot, then pour the whole can of corn, RoTel, black beans, and white beans on top. Cover with seasonings and ranch mix, stir together. Place cream cheese on top.

Cover with lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Stir cream cheese into chili. Use two forks to shred chicken. Stir together and serve.

CCEC is committed to serving our local communities! In support of this core value, we hosted an in-house chili feed with free-will donations that went towards Amanda’s Hope Chest. Scoop up your family and give these recipes a try!

Spicy Chicken Soup

CCEC Employee, Delcy Fontaine

Ingredients: 2 quarts water 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic 1 (16 oz.) jar chunky salsa 2 (14.5 oz.) cans peeled and diced tomatoes 1 (14.5 oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes 1 (10.75 oz.) can condensed tomato soup 3 Tbsp chili powder

1 (15 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained 2 (16 oz.) cans chili beans, undrained 1 (8 oz.) container sour cream 5 cups chicken broth Preparation: In a large pot over medium heat, cook onion and garlic in olive oil until slightly browned. Stir in salsa, diced tomatoes, whole tomatoes, tomato soup, chili powder, corn, chili beans, sour cream, shredded chicken, and five cups of broth. Simmer 30 minutes.

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photo NORTH DAKOTA THROUGH YOUR EYES We look forward to publishing member photos that encompass anything North Dakota. Email your photos for publication to ccec@kwh.com in a high-resolution format along with the first and last name of the photographer.

Kimberly Larson, Fargo

CCEC Mission: To serve our members’ energy needs with affordable and reliable electricity.

CCEC Values: Safety, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Commitment to Community www.kwh.com

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ads AD POLICY

All ads must be 40 words or less and will be abbreviated following our guidelines. No real estate or commercial ads will be accepted. Ads are published for members at no charge as space permits on a first-received-first-printed basis. Ads are due by the 10th of the month prior to publication. Members may submit only one ad per issue. Ads must be resubmitted to run an additional month. Editor reserves the right to edit or reject any ad. Email ads to: ccec@kwh.com (preferred). Mail ads to: Highline Notes, 3312 42nd St. S. Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104 For sale 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham, power everything, yellow, yellow vinyl top, blue leather interior, perfect body. Pics avail. 701.526.8988 One $275 gift card for a room at Fargo’s Hotel Donaldson (HoDo), BO over $200.

701.371.8161 Westinghouse Stereophonic High-Fidelity mahogany console w/ AM-FM radio, working cond., still sounds great, orig. warranty cards, needs turntable needle, $150. 210.426.8587 Trundle bed, like new, used very little, 2 mattress incl., pics avail., $125/OBO. Package of roach killer, never opened, $5.

701.237.5084 1949 KB2 International pickup, inline 244 cu in 6-cyliner motor turns over. 2005 F250 extended cab, 5.4 motor, 4-wheel drive, 170,000 mi. 701.866.9700 20’ ice fishing trailer w/ 8 holes, LED lights

on solar panel, built-in 2-burner cook stove top, some tackle, $5,400. 2- person clam, $150. 701.308.0975 Rural Cass County 1976 history book, 944 pages, 9x12”, nice condition, $150.

701.680.0916 2001 Dodge caravan, 145,000 miles, runs good, $1,500. 3 selections of heavy duty scaffold with set of wheels. 701.437.2862

offer on all items. 218.640.3092 CCEC has the following fleet vehicles for sale: 2001 Ford F750 bucket truck, 2003 Ford F750 bucket truck, and 2006 GMC Sierra 3500 diesel with service body. Contact the fleet department at 701.356.4400 during business hours.

Counter height kitchen table w/ 6 chairs, good condition, built to last, $375.

701.730.1772

2003 Chevy Venture van LS 83,000 miles one owner, fully equipped w/ Astro start, Harmar platform lift AL600 completely enclosed in rear hatch, AC, CC, winterized, oil changed 11/29/18, $3,975.

701.238.8870

Light brown medium length mink coat from Ribneck Furs in Minneapolis, size M, $75. 701.730.1772

Set of 4 Continental Cross Contact LX20 tires, size 275-55-20, like new cond., ~100 miles, $600/set. 701.361.8506

Saddle. Rotisserie oven. Nutra bullet.

Stradivarius violin. 701.238.4951

Wanted Carburetor for a 240 C.I. or 300 C.I. Ford pickup engine w/ manual choke, years 1965-1967. 701.820.0085

White, electric Kenmore sewing machine.

English saddle, nice shape. Hoover carpet shampooer, used once, pd. $180. Small white microwave, clean & nice shape. Best

Afx/Tomy HO Slot cars/track.

701.232.6329

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing

deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 8778339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027,

Cass County Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

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tech

UNDERSTANDING ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 3

CHARGING INFORMATION

PLUGS INTO A STANDARD OUTLET

UTILIZES A SEPARATE CHARGING STATION

ELECTRIC REQUIREMENTS

120 VOLTS (AC)

208 OR 240 VOLTS (AC)

UTILITY INVOLVEMENT (DC)

CHARGING SPEEDS

~5 MILES OF RANGE PER HOUR

~25 MILES OF RANGE PER HOUR

~100 MILES OF RANGE PER HOUR

$400 - $700

$30,000- 45,000

PUBLIC SPACES

CHARGER COST

$0 (CORD IS GENERALLY INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE)

APPROXIMATE TIME TO CHARGE (FROM EMPTY)

10 - 40 HOURS

3 - 8 HOURS

20 - 60 MINUTES

HOUSEHOLDS

HOUSEHOLDS & PUBLIC LOCATIONS: HAPPY HARRYS (52ND AVE), WEST ACRES, ELEMENT HOTEL, SANFORD HOSPITAL, VALLEY IMPORTS, and 8TH STREET/ I-94 MOORHEAD

8TH STREET & I-94 MOORHEAD

CHARGER LOCATIONS

The numbers listed above are averages. The charger cost does not include labor and additional materials.

CCEC has a rebate and off-peak program for you to save even more with your electric vehicle! Visit kwh.com/electric-vehicles for more information.

There are more chargers planned for our area.

Check PlugShare.com for updated information. www.kwh.com

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Visit kwh.com/e-hln to sign up for paperless Highline Notes!

4100 32nd Ave S., Fargo, North Dakota 58104 800-248-3292 • www.kwh.com

You have the

POWER

Use SmartHub on a desktop or mobile app to: • Pay your bill • View energy usage • Compare usage • Access the outage viewer • Manage account settings

New to the SmartHub mobile app: • Report a power outage and monitor service status • Manage paperless billing settings • Add additional service providers for multiple accounts

To get started: •Visit kwh.com and click the SmartHub logo on the home page.

•Enter your CCEC account number, last name or business, and email address to create your SmartHub account.

•Complete your registration and download the SmartHub mobile app for total control over your electric account.

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