KEC Light Post April 2024

LIGHT POST

LIGHT POST

C O N C E R N

THANK A LINEWORKER ON APRIL 8

F O R

R E L I A B I L I T Y

Y E A R

B r e t t O r m e

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If you were asked to associate an image or a person with Kiamichi Electric Cooperative, I bet you would picture a lineworker. One of the most visible employees of the coop, lineworkers work tirelessly to ensure our community receives uninterrupted power 24/7.

R E A D M O R E

“Lineworker” is listed as one of the top 10 most dangerous jobs in the U.S. This is understandable as they perform detailed tasks near high-voltage power lines.

L o r e m i p s u m d o l o r s i t a m e t , c o n s e c t e t u r a d i p i s c i n g e l i t . I n n e q u e n u n c , m o l e s t i e e u s e m p e r i d , a u c t o r q u i s m e t u s . M a e c e n a s m a t t i s m e t u s s a p i e n , v i t a e u l t r i c i e s n u n c o r n a r e v i t a e P r a e s e n t m o l l i s n i s l m a g n a , a c d i c t u m m a s s a s c e l e r i s q u e a t S e d l a o r e e t l i g u l a v i t a e j u s t o l u c t u s , v e l i a c u l i s l e o s c e l e r i s q u e

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R E A D M O R E

SHAPING OUR ENERGY FUTURE THROUGH INNOVATION

m a g n a , a c d i c t u m m a s s a s c e l e r i s q u e a t S e d l a o r e e t l i g u l a v i t a e j u s t o l u c t u s , v e l i a c u l i s l e o s c e l e r i s q u e

The energy industry is undergoing significant change driven by technology and the transition to more sustainable forms of energy. Innovation is essential in addressing these challenges and ensuring a continuous, reliable and affordable power supply.

W I N T E R

L o r e m i p s u m d o l o r s i t a m e t , c o n s e c t e t u r a d i p i s c i n g e l i t . I n n e q u e n u n c , m o l e s t i e e u s e m p e r i d , a u c t o r q u i s m e t u s . M a e c e n a s m a t t i s m e t u s s a p i e n , v i t a e u l t r i c i e s n u n c o r n a r e v i t a e . P r a e s e n t m o l l i s n i s l m a g n a , a c d i c t u m m a s s a s c e l e r i s q u e a t . S e d l a o r e e t l i g u l a v i t a e j u s t o l u c t u s , v e l i a c u l i s l e o s c e l e r i s q u e .

V E G E T A B L E

Electric co-ops are no strangers to adapting to the needs of the local communities we serve. Kiamichi Electric Cooperative has always leaned into change as we explore new ways to meet your energy needs.

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A WORD FROM THE CEO

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Regardless of the time of day, having to brave stormy weather and other challenging conditions, lineworkers must climb 40 feet in the air, often carrying heaving equipment to get the job done.

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Being a lineworker is not a glamorous or easy profession. It takes years of specialized training, ongoing education, dedication, and equally important, a sense of service and commitment. How else can you explain the willingness to leave the comfort of your home to tackle a challenging job in difficult conditions, when most are sheltering comfortably at home? This dedication and sense of service to the community is truly what sets them apart. That’s why we set aside the second Monday in April to celebrate and recognize the men and women who work around the clock to keep the lights on.

While lineworkers may be the most visible employees at KEC, it’s important to note that there is a team of highly skilled professionals working behind the scenes. Engineers provide ongoing expertise and guidance on the operations side of the co-op. Member service representatives are always standing by to take your calls and questions. Our information technology (IT) experts are continuously monitoring our system to help safeguard sensitive data. And these are just a few of the folks who work together to ensure we can deliver the service and reliability you expect and deserve. Without them, our lineworkers wouldn’t be able to “bring the light” to our community.

Our dedicated and beloved lineworkers are proud to represent KEC, and they deserve all the appreciation and accolades that come their way on Lineworker Appreciation Day.

On April 8, and any time you see a lineworker, I hope you’ll join me in thanking them for their exceptional service. I also hope you’ll remember that you have a dedicated team of professionals working behind the scenes at the co-op whose commitment to service runs just as deep.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

RON PELACONI, PRESIDENT

DISTRICT 3

RUSTY SHAW, VICE PRESIDENT

DISTRICT 1

AMY MILLER, TREASURER

DISTRICT 2

DAVID RAY

DISTRICT 4

DON PARR

DISTRICT 5

MARCH ICHORD

DISTRICT 6

LARRY CULWELL

DISTRICT 7

BRETT ORME

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT — CEO

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ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES

WINTER VEGETABLE GARDENING

5 A W E S O M E T I P S

P L A N T I N G T I P S

Investing in smarter technologies can enhance the monitoring and control of electricity flow so we can respond swiftly to changing needs. Smart electric meters remotely collect data on how electricity is being used. This helps in promptly prioritizing and dispatching crews during an outage, reducing restoration time during weather-related disruptions. Even before adverse weather is here, advanced analytics from our systems, combined with data on weather patterns and other information, allows us to be proactive in taking preventative measures to shore up our system.

PREPARING FOR INCREASED ENERGY USE

use and save money.

Energy evaluations for a home or business can help you take advantage of actionable energy-saving advice as well as efficiency services offered by the co-op. Rebates and pay-as-you-go bill flexibility are just a few examples of how KEC can help you take control of your energy use.

COOPERATION AMONG COOPERATIVES

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Today, we depend on eleRctricity more than ever before. From vehicles to farming equipment to home heating options, more products and appliances that we depend on run on electricity.

Interest in electric vehicles (EVs) is growing. We are available to help our members make informed decisions about EVs, including electric charging options and capacity requirements for the home.

Automakers are transitioning many or all new vehicles to electric-only models in the next 10 years. KEC and our wholesale power provider, Western Farmers Electric Cooperative, like all electric providers, must plan now to have the necessary infrastructure in place to meet future EV charging needs––without jeopardizing the ability to provide reliable power.

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INNOVATIVE EFFICIENCY SOLUTIONS

KEC is driven by a commitment to community and member satisfaction. As consumers become more proactive in managing their energy use, we are providing new ways to help our members lower their

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You may not realize it, but KEC is part of a larger network of 900 electric co-ops nationwide. While we are locally-owned by you, the members of the co-op, we also have the advantage of working with co-ops across the country to share ideas and leverage the innovations our colleagues might have tried out first. As cooperatives, we’re collaborators instead of competitors––it’s a unique aspect of our business model, and we’re stronger because of it.

Our energy future will look different than it has in the past, but we are prepared to adapt for the members we serve. Our mission and commitment to you remain steady––to provide reliable power at a cost local families and businesses can afford.

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Glazed Carrots

INGREDIENTS

• 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into sticks

• ¼ cup butter

• ¼ teaspoon salt

DIRECTIONS

• ¼ cup packed brown sugar

• 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper

Place carrots into a large saucepan; pour in enough water to reach depth of 1 inch and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer carrots until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.

Melt butter in the same saucepan over low heat. Stir in brown sugar, salt, and white pepper until dissolved. Add carrots to the saucepan and toss until coated in the brown sugar mixture. Cook and stir until carrots are heated through and fully coated with glaze, 1 to 3 more minutes.

Recipe from AllRecipes.com

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