YOUR CO-OP, YOUR VOICE

Become involved with Central

Members in districts one and seven have the opportunity to serve on Central’s board of trustees.

Members in both districts will receive a postcard and email later this month with details on how to le as a candidate for the open trustee positions.

The role of trustees on Central’s board is quite active with many responsibilities and commitments. The board and staff work together to achieve the cooperative’s goals and nancial plans to ensure Central meets its mission of providing safe, reliable power at the lowest cost while being environmentally responsible.

What are the responsibilities of a trustee?

Central’s board creates shortand long-term nancial and system plans, strategic plans and major projects, and longterm vision and commitment to our communities. Trustees are also required to receive the Credentialed Cooperative Director certi cation from the NRECA.

How much time does a trustee spend on Central business?

Up to 16 hours of board and committee meetings and 10 hours on Central and electric industry issues may be spent each month. Service is more demanding for those who serve as of cers of the board and other members of the board who represent Central on af liated organization boards.

District

Filing Dates

June 5-9, 2023

candidates for both districts can file during these dates

Interested in Filing?

Interested candidates must le a notice of candidacy in person during regular business hours at Central’s of ce during the ling period. Candidates must be in good standing with the cooperative.

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Know What To Do

in an Auto Accident with Pow er Lines

If the car you are in hits a utility pole, your vehicle and the surrounding area can become energized.

Even if you do not touch lines or equipment, you can still be killed or seriously injured.

Board Meetings

Central’s Board meets on the last Tuesday of the month. The meetings begin at 8 a.m. and typically last four hours.

1.Do NOT leave the car, and warn others to stay away.

2.Call 911 to have the utility notified.

3.Wait until a utility professional has told you it is safe.

The only reason to exit the vehicle is if it’s on fire.

If the car is on fire, jump clear of the vehicle with feet togethe r, and without touching the car and the ground at the same time.

C ontinue to hop away w ith your feet together as far as you can.

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Tuesday

Oct. 3

 MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

CONTINUED FROM FRONT

Those who have attended the park in the past will enjoy new animals while still seeing the staples who started it all, Gilbert the Camel and Buffy the Water Buffalo.

Hands-on experiences at Lost Creek Safari include feeding lemurs, photos and camel kisses with Gilbert, a petting zoo lled with llamas and goats, and a chance to hold a baby kangaroo.

Lincoln County Fairgrounds, Chandler

Logan County Fairgrounds, Guthrie

Noble County Fairgrounds, Perry Payne County Fairgrounds, Stillwater

Soon to be completed is an indoor and outdoor exhibit for the two resident river otters, but that’s not where the plans and dreams stop. Mastrogiovanni plans to one day open an animal hospital on the property, expand enclosures and continue to grow the Lost Creek Safari park with more animals and exhibits.

Want to visit Lost Creek Safari? It is open Wednesday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Learn more by following Lost Creek Safari on Facebook or Instagram or at lostcreeksafari.com

Lost Creek Wild Fact

Most primates have male troop leaders but female lemurs run their troops!