November 2022

A newsletter for members of Rural Electric Cooperative

November 2022

Co-op Comments Successful 83rd Annual Meeting REC's 83rd Annual Meeting brought 797 members to drive through or come inperson to REC's Multi-Purpose Center.

As members drove through the MPC parking lot or stayed in-person on Saturday, each registering member received a $25 bill credit, were entered into the prize drawings, voted and received their registration gift.

Members who attended on Saturday, enjoyed entertainment from Crossfire and learned more about the Cooperative from the different booths inside. During the business meeting, members heard from Board President, Gary Jones and CEO, Dusty Ricks about the overall wellbeing of the Cooperative and the steps taken to keep electricity affordable.

REC members approved the re-election of three Board of Trustees' during the registration process. Re-elected for a three-year term were: Gary Jones, District One, Office One; Terri Hays, District Two, Office One and Randy Griswold, District Three, Office One. 362700 Winners for the 75, $75 gift certificates for electricity include: Rick Walker; Kent Moore; Ricky D. Morris; Ron Janousek;

Mildred L. Tuley; Stephen J. Somers; Crystal D. Platt; Pam G. and Ben Adams; Robert W. Wilson, Jr.; Charles E. Brady II; Jessica K. Feuerbach; Stoney Robbins; Homer Rinehart Company; Robert W. Beam; Virginia R. Freeman; Norma J. Ivey; Charles M. Henry; T. J. Martin; William R. Dolton; Anita Vaughn; Henry Woodruff; Walter R. Elam; W. C. Thomas, Jr.; Jerry D. Howeth; Phyllis Moore; Shanna D. Merrell; Cynthia A. Nooner; Celeste Nail; Donald Bray; Ronald D. Jones; Bob Hawkins; Buddy G. Luker; Jeff Newby; Fair Oaks Church; David Lister; David Harrison; Lindsay Historical Society; Walter C. Cudd; Michael S. Frazier; Dessie M. Tomlinson; May L. Collinsworth; Leo L. Bingham; Debbie L. Bartels; Charles E. Hicks; James M. Hildebrand; Vickie A. Chapman; Danny V. Beck;

R. Wayne Leveridge; Rosa M. Hernandez; Misty D. Fuller; Brian Belveal; Raymond L. Temple; Sue C. Dennis; Kevin E. Ricke; R. Dale Ferguson; Bill Buchanan; Melba A. Cash; Michael S. Moore; Joey J. Rains; Michael Elmore; T & A Oil Co.; W. L. Layton; Marlene Herrin; Kelly K. Hart; Rhonda L. Collett; Cindy K. Flood; Melvin C. Cowden; Jessie K. Doake; Stephen A. Mills; Mike L. Fisher; Eric J. Duke; Bobby R. Pendley, Sr.; Ray Dover; Donald B. Green; L. C. Stewart. The three grand prize winners of the $500 gift certificates for electricity include: JW & R Mantooth Farms LLC; Brandon Shelton and Shirley J. Nease. The weedeater provided by Western Farmers Electric Cooperative went to Aaron Grooms. The two childrens' bikes went to: Finley Gonzales and Ian Feuerbach.

CEO’s MESSAGE

Ways to help keep your bill comfortable

Many thanks to those of you who were able to attend our 83rd Annual Meeting either in-person or drive-thru. The meeting was a tremendous success, and we hope you enjoyed your time with us. We enjoyed the opportunity to greet and visit with each of you. We have already started planning for next year’s event, hoping to make it even more successful than this one.

Please let us know if you have suggestions for improvement. This is your cooperative and we wish for this activity to meet your needs as well as fulfill the obligations of our bylaws.

Fall has arrived and we have been blessed with days of milder temperatures and beautiful weather. However, autumn normally does not last long in central Oklahoma so I would encourage you to take advantage of the mild conditions and prepare your home for the more severe weather we are sure to encounter in the coming months. Taking the proper steps to winterize your home now will make you more comfortable and can pay dividends by reducing your winter electric bills.

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A few energy saving tips include: • Opening your curtains and/or blinds during the day to allow sunlight to warm your home. Closing window coverings at night will provide an added layer of insulation.

• Eliminate air leaks and drafts.

Caulking and weather stripping around doors and windows can greatly reduce heat loss and prevent chilly air from entering the home.

• Lowering the thermostat a couple of degrees will result in long-term savings.

• Lower the setting on your water heater. Water heaters are the second highest source of energy usage in the home. Frequently, water heaters are set at a higher temperature than needed and will maintain their temperature twenty-hour hours a day. Lowering this temperature can result in real savings over time.

• Regularly change the filter in your HVAC unit. This will allow for better air quality and allow your unit to run more efficiently.

• Consider changing incandescent bulbs to LED for year-round savings. Many holiday decorations now use LED lighting, as well.

• Consider purchasing a smart thermostat. These devices can be programed to adjust temperature settings for peak energy efficiency.

REC offers rebates for programmable thermostats, please visit our website, www.recok.coop, for more information.

These simple recommendations can make a significant difference in your monthly usage, resulting in savings on your electric bill. More additional energy saving tips visit our website, www.recok. coop or contact our office at 405-756-3104.

November 2022 Co-op Comments Official publication of Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. CO-OP COMMENTS is owned, controlled and directed by Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. It is printed monthly and mailed to members in Garvin, McClain, Comanche, Stephens, Grady and Carter counties in Oklahoma.

Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. 13942 Highway 76 • P.O. Box 609 Lindsay, OK 73052 405-756-3104 • 800-259-3504 Outage Number: 855-399-2683 www.recok.coop

Board of Trustees Gary Jones, President, District 1 Scott Christian, Vice President, District 1 Brent Bacon, Sec./Treasurer, District 1 Larry Anderson, District 2 Johnny Harrel, District 2 Terri Hays, District 2 Charles Crawford, District 3 Mark Finch, District 3 Randy Griswold, District 3 Lisa Whitman, Attorney Management and Staff Dusty Ricks, Manager/CEO Linda Ray, CFO Kelli Lindsey, Administrative Assistant and Staff Coordinator Elaine Gilreath, Manager of Customer Service and Data Processing Jon Jones, Manager of Engineering Mitch Gilreath, Manager of Information Technology Services Megan Lawrence, Manager of Member Services and Marketing Clint Yeary, Manager of Safety and Loss Control/Facilities David Crull, System Superintendent Jason Mays, Operations Superintendent

CO-OP NEWS

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Classified Advertisement RECREATIONAL FOR SALE: 1999 Kit Companion 5th wheel travel trailer with three slides, no leaks and nice interior, sold as is, $3,000.

PH: 405-207-7676.

FOR SALE: Alls Well queen 4-inch copper infused mattress pad used 2 nights, paid

$144 but will take $100. PH: 405-919-5154.

REC's office closed for Thanksgiving

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE: 2005 Kawasaki ‘Vulcan' motorcycle, excellent condition, 32,000 miles, 2,000 cc motor, high performance racing chip, $4,500. PH: 405-831-9661.

Classified Ads are FREE to REC members to post non-commercial items. Deadline for ads is the 8th of every month.

Call the Member Services Dept. at 405-756-3104 ext. 238.

Account number worth $10 bill credit Locate your account number in an article of this issue; it will be good for a $10 credit on your electric bill.

To claim the prize, you must locate the account number - if the number is yours, contact REC by the 10th of the month and we will credit your account. Only the member assigned that number is eligible for the prize. If you don’t know your account number, it can be located on your electric bill.

Energy Efficiency Tip of the Month Is your home heating system ready for the winter chill? One of the easiest ways to keep your system running efficiently is to regularly replace filters. If your central air system has a furnace filter, it should be replaced about every 90 days.

If your home is heated through warm-air registers, baseboard heaters or radiators, remember to clean regularly to boost efficiency.

REC's office will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 for our employees to spend time with their families. If you need to report an outage or need assistance please call our outage number at 855-399-2683.

Local Co-op Connection Card Deals A-U-Store It, Purcell $5 off first month rent Backroads Boutique, Lindsay 5% off everything excluding special order and sale items Best Western, Chickasha 15% Off Regular Room Rate Blue Moose Outdoor Portable Rentals, Elmore City 5% Off Septic Tank Pumping, Tent Rental and Special Event Toilet Rentals

Chickasha Diesel Services, Chickasha $50 off any big diesel oil change Edwards Canvas, Pauls Valley - 5% Off Jenny’s Pics Photography, Lindsay 10% Off $50 or More Purchase of Pictures Lindsay Tire and Lube, Lindsay $5 Off Any Full Service Oil Change M & M Furniture, Chickasha 10% Off Any Purchase Mazzio’s Italian Eatery, Purcell 10% Off Purchase Photos by Ginger, Pauls Valley 1 Free 8x10 Print With First Order of $25 Pharmacy Discounts Check out the discounts available using your Co-op Connections Card at participating pharmacies throughout our area. For a complete list of pharmacies, visit REC’s website to see if your pharmacy is offering discounts to Co-op Connections Card holders.

Learn more at www.energy.gov.

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