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Data center inquiry: What it means for you as a member.
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e understand that many of our valued members may have seen recent news stories mentioning Inland Power serving a potential data center facility being established in our area. As the electric cooperative serving the West Plains region, Inland Power receives numerous requests for electric service from businesses interested in locating within our service territory. These prospective businesses range from warehouses and manufacturing facilities to developers, data centers, cannabis farms, casinos, food processing plants, and more. Inland Power is committed to nondiscrimination and cannot favor one type of business over another. We must evaluate whether we can accommodate any load based on system impact studies and the project's feasibility.
Recently, an energy developer specializing in clean energy infrastructure, including solutions for powering data centers, has approached Inland Power to explore how we could meet the potential energy needs of a project they are considering. We are currently in the due diligence phase involving all parties. The developer is investigating potential locations in the West Plains and has not yet made a final decision regarding our region. Our team is researching the feasibility of supplying power for this potential project, with all costs associated with this work— including power supply and infrastructure— being covered by the developer, ensuring that no expenses are passed on to our members.
services to those we serve. Rest assured, our members will not subsidize this potential project. Any large load will be responsible for purchasing their own power and any infrastructure costs. Inland Power will also thoroughly assess whether the project could yield net benefits for the cooperative and its members, such as managing rising power costs and supporting long-term rate stability. We are committed to evaluating this specific request with our existing members' interests in mind. Inland's mission focuses on our members, and we will always ensure that any significant load does not adversely affect rates and provides benefits to our membership.
We recognize that affordability is critical for our members, and our primary goal is to provide reliable, affordable, and clean energy
Our mission is our members!
Inland Power is my cooperative!
Make an impact in your co-op! 2026 Inland Power Board Elections - Districts One, Two and Three
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s a member of Inland Power, you hold a stake in the utility. This ownership comes with numerous advantages, including local control and accountability, allowing you to influence the selection of co-op leaders. At Inland Power, our elected board members are known as “trustees.” THE ROLE OF A TRUSTEE The term “trustee” embodies the core of their responsibilities. Co-op members place their trust in these individuals to uphold the cooperative's structure. Their duties go beyond simply attending board meetings; trustees must: · Understand the complexities of the energy sector · Anticipate challenges in providing affordable and reliable power · Develop a long-term sustainability plan for the cooperative · Hire the CEO · Engage with members · Advocate for the co-op
· Defend members’ interests at every opportunity Trustees should make decisions, whether they are big or small with the best interests of the members in mind.
applications and make nominations based on those who qualify. Additionally, co-op members may also be nominated by petition, provided they submit the necessary applicant documents.
APPLICATION PROCESS If you believe this role aligns with your skills, the Inland Power nominating committee is currently seeking applications for board positions in Districts One, Two and Three. To obtain the candidate packet detailing qualifications, responsibilities, and the application process, please reach out to Teresa Eggleston via email at teresae@inlandpower.com. Interested teresae@inlandpower.com candidates must submit a certificate of eligibility, complete an application, and provide a photo by Friday, October 30, 2026. 2026
Candidates will prerecord a two-minute speech at the Inland Power headquarters, with dates to be confirmed once candidates are selected. These videos will be accessible on inlandpower.com and SmartHub for the election.
NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS The member-driven nominating committee will meet in December to review all
Inland Power District Descriptions DISTRICT ONE includes all the area served by Inland Power south of Highway 2 as it runs east-west through Lincoln county, then west of a line that runs north-south along the Spokane-Lincoln county line and the Lincoln-Adams county line as it runs east-west to the end of our service area. DISTRICT TWO includes all the area served by Inland Power north of Highway 2 as it runs east-west through Lincoln county and south of Lake Roosevelt and the Spokane River until the river intersects with the Spokane-Lincoln county line and travels south until it meets back with Highway 2. DISTRICT THREE includes all the area served by Inland Power in the northern portion of Inland Power’s service territory. It includes everything north of the Spokane River along an east-west boundary line until the N 7 Mile bridge where it travels south on 9 Mile Rd. to the intersection of W Francis Ave. It then proceeds east to Division/Highway 395 then proceeds south to Trent Ave/ Highway 290/Highway 53 and follows an east-west line to include all area north of Trent Ave/Highway 290 until the end of Inland’s service territory near Rathdrum.
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Election results will be announced at our Annual Meeting on March 27, 2027. Each active membership is entitled to one vote for each contested district. Keep an eye out for election and voting information, which will be mailed to you by early February.
2027 IPL Community Foundation Scholarship Accepting applications starting Sept. 15! The Inland Power Community Foundation is pleased to offer fifteen $1,000 scholarships. These scholarships are for current Inland Power members and their children. This includes students who are members or students who can still be claimed as legal dependents of Inland Power members. A legal dependent is one who can be claimed on their parent or guardian’s tax return. Applicants planning to attend a two-year college, four-year college or line school are encouraged to apply. All applications for students attending school in the Fall 2027 are due by Jan. 15, 2027. 2027 The Foundation will conduct the review process in January and recipients will be selected and notified in February. A formal announcement of recipients will be made at the Annual Meeting on March 27, 2027. Past scholarship recipients may reapply. However, at least ten of the fifteen scholarships will be reserved for new applicants. Applications can be found on our website at inlandpower.com/scholarships inlandpower.com/scholarships. Funding for the Inland Power Excellence Award is made possible by the Inland Power Community Foundation. The Foundation’s committee also serves as the scholarship committee.
The Spokane Complex Fire A message of support and commitment
The Pacific Northwest is truly a remarkable place to call home, and we who live here feel fortunate to enjoy its stunning natural beauty, including the majestic trees, serene lakes, and towering mountains. However, on August 1, a significant part of that beauty was devastated; 1,553 parcels were engulfed in the flames, and more than 67,000 residents were forced to evacuate as three separate wildfires swept through our region. We understand that this has been a difficult period for many in our community. Many individuals are grappling with displacement from their homes, facing repair challenges, and dealing with the overall stress resulting from this tragic event. At Inland, several of our employees have also lost their homes, been evacuated and have been personally impacted by the fires. In the course of five days our team got power to close to 10,000 members and replaced 169 poles. The work continues, but we are so thankful for the dedication and hard work while many were also impacted. That being said, we want you to know that we value you, care about you, and are eager to assist our community in rebuilding and recovering. Our mission revolves around our members, and we are grateful for the opportunity to serve you. Photo taken by Brian Lynn of Spokane Image from Long Lake / Suncrest area on August 1, 2026
Our IPL and mutual aid contract crews hard at work repairing infrastructure and restoring power to communities throughout the area that have been affected by the Spokane Complex Fire.
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