Lineworkers: Wired for Service
In the quiet hours before dawn breaks, while many of us are still asleep, lineworkers begin their day, often clad in flame-resistant clothing, safety goggles, rubber gloves, and thick, heavy boots. They are the individuals who epitomize dedication to service in its purest form. As we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April 18, this is […]
April: An Eventful Month at SECPA
Here at Southeast Colorado Power Association (SECPA), we have a couple of things to celebrate in April. First, April is the month when we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day. When people flip a light switch, they may not give much thought to why or how the light comes on. SECPA lineworkers provide an essential service: Our […]
The Lowdown on Locates
Planning plays a big part in any project. If your project involves digging, please remember to call 811 to have underground utilities located and marked prior to beginning your project. According to the Common Ground Alliance, roughly every 62 seconds there is an underground utility strike causing service outages, property damage, and injuries. If you […]
Safety: Our Top Priority
Safety is a critical aspect of any electric utility, particularly in rural electric cooperatives that serve vast and often remote areas. As your local rural electric cooperative, GCEA provides essential electrical services to the communities it serves, ensuring that homes and businesses have safe, reliable power. However, the delivery of electricity comes with inherent risks, […]
Putting the “Service” in Serviceman
As Grand Valley Power’s resident grumpy old man, one of my contributions to delivering great hometown service to our members is identifying things that don’t constitute good service. That way, we can avoid them. These are the things that make a grumpy old man even grumpier: Being helped by someone with a dour expression on […]
Lineworkers: Wired for Service
In the quiet hours before dawn breaks, while many of us are still nestled in our beds, lineworkers begin their day, often clad in flame-resistant clothing, safety goggles, rubber gloves, and thick, heavy boots. They are the individuals who epitomize dedication to service in its purest form. As we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April […]
Faces, Places & Voices of PVREA
Most people take shelter when storms rage and power flickers. For Jason Slaughter, that’s when the real work begins. As a lineman, he’s first on the scene, braving the elements to restore power and ensure safety. “You’ve got to be ready to drop everything — whether you’re sitting with your family at dinner or whatever […]
Reliability is Our Focus
In a world where electricity is needed to power every aspect of our lives, keeping the lights on has never been more important. A dependable electric supply ensures the smooth operation of homes and businesses. Without reliable electricity, our safety, economic stability, and quality of life would be drastically reduced. Reliability is so important to […]
MCREA 2024 Annual Report
The board of directors, management staff, and employees of Morgan County Rural Electric Association, Inc., are pleased to bring you the 2024 Annual Report. Morgan County REA is a not-for-profit electric cooperative that is dedicated to serving members by providing safe, reliable energy with a strong tradition and vision for the future. Under the cooperative […]
Be Ready For Storm Season
Spring is on our doorstep and like many of you, I’m looking forward to more opportunities to be outdoors and enjoy warmer weather. Springtime brings many of my favorite activities like cooking out with family and friends and working in the garden. Unfortunately, spring and summer can also create the perfect conditions for severe storms. […]