SECPA Lineworkers: Ready When it Matters Most

As both a CEO and a journeyman lineman at Southeast Colorado Power Association (SECPA), I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. I’ve stood at the top of a pole in the middle of the night with the wind cutting through heavy gloves, […]

Always On — Your Power Beyond the Light Switch

As a member owned cooperative, we have a responsibility to provide you with safe, reliable power in the most cost effective way possible. Most members are familiar with the energy per kilowatt hour charge on their electricity bill. This charge reflects the energy you use over time. For example, if you run your 1,000 watt […]

Going Above & Beyond

At Mountain View Electric Association, keeping the lights on takes more than poles, wires, and equipment. It takes people — dedicated professionals who are willing to answer the call when our members need them most. As MVEA’s CEO, I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it takes to keep the lights on for […]

Risk Mitigation Protocols

Earlier this year, you may have noticed Morgan County REA activated Risk Mitigation Protocols several times for our system, which is made up of nearly 3,000 miles of power line stretched across six counties. We weren’t alone in doing so, as electric companies throughout our region — both cooperatives and investor owned utilities — put […]

Linemen: Ready When it Matters Most

As the General Manager of K.C. Electric Association, I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. This month, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men who make that possible every single day — our linemen. When storms impact our service […]

Lineworkers are Ready When it Matters Most

As General Manager of Highline Electric Association, I have the unique privilege of seeing first hand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. In April, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men and women who make that possible every single day — our lineworkers. When storms impact […]

On the Line: A lineman’s story of service and teamwork

When I was asked to tell specific stories about my time as a GCEA lineman for Colorado Country Life, it was hard to pick just one. There have been so many memorable moments in my career thus far. From the moment I was hired as an apprentice up until now, just about every moment has […]

Thank You to Our Lineworkers and Families

A black and white photo, circa early 1900s, hangs in my office. It captures a group of six linemen using pike poles to hoist a power pole up in the air on what I can only imagine was a sunny day in a rugged mountain meadow. What I see in this photo is extreme determination […]

Spring Into Action

April is a good time to make plans and start discussions with contractors about changes you want to make to your home during the warmer, longer days of summer. Homes require maintenance to keep them comfortable and safe. The age of your home and its major systems like the roof, windows, and heating and cooling […]