Carroll White REMC
Carroll White REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Monticello, Indiana. As a cooperative, Carroll White REMC follows seven core principles that are universal to cooperatives worldwide. Among those principles is one stressing education, training and information. Indiana Connection, a monthly magazine published especially for Indiana’s electric cooperative members, is one way the REMC informs and educates its members. Indiana Connection is available not only in a print format, but as an electronic publication for those who prefer getting their information on their electronic devices
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Pat Curts Retires After 29 Years of Service
“When I started at Carroll County REMC in 1995, I was hired for a new position called General Clerk,” said Pat Curts. “After a couple of years, I moved to the position of Secretary, now called Administrative Assistant. Over the past 29 years, I have experienced many different job responsibilities. I served three CEOs, the… Continue reading.
Carroll White REMC Junior Board members are seizing opportunities
“If a window of opportunity appears, don’t pull down the shade.”— Tom Peters One common denominator in the youth who make up the Carroll White REMC Junior Board of Directors is their ability to recognize opportunity. When asked to serve on the REMC Junior Board, the selected students didn’t pull down the shade when opportunity… Continue reading.
Carroll White REMC members tip Operation Round Up funds over the $1 million mark
At the January Carroll White REMC Operation Round Up Board of Trustees meeting, trustees awarded grants to 11 non-profits in the service territory. Those grants pushed the donations since the program’s inception to over $1 million! “This milestone is a tribute to every REMC member who voluntarily rounds up their monthly bills to the nearest… Continue reading.
March weather madness
This time of year, it’s not just basketball madness that people feel. The volatile Indiana weather can feel like all four seasons in one day. This spring, your home’s temperature may feel like it’s soaring and sinking with the weather. To avoid scary energy bills caused by your heating and cooling system working harder than… Continue reading.
Carroll White REMC Junior Board members are enjoying the journey
Concern for Community is one of the Seven Cooperative Principles, and what better way to commit to the community than by engaging youth in conversations about leadership, community involvement, and meaningful connections? The Carroll White REMC Junior Board of Directors gives area students a unique opportunity to participate in the governance process. Aletheia (Tia) Peter,… Continue reading.
Meter changes
Carroll White REMC is starting the process of changing out our electric meters beginning Feb. 5. Advanced Meter Services will be performing the meter changeouts. This process will begin in the southern part of the system and be an ongoing process for the entire system through 2025. Some meters on the Carroll White REMC system… Continue reading.
Gerlach recognized for distinguished service
Carroll White REMC and IEC board member Gary Gerlach was honored by close friend and IEC Board President Steve McMichael with the first ever IEC Distinguished Director Service Award. McMichael said that Gerlach exemplifies the 3E’s (Engaged, Equipped, and Educated) as well as the Seven Cooperative Principles.
Beefed up charging: New EV charger network powers Hoosier travelers
Electric vehicle drivers eating at the Beef House Restaurant in Covington can now fill up their automobiles at the same time. The electric vehicle charger installed at the Beef House is one of over 50 high-speed direct current fast charger stations in a new statewide network created by GO Electric Vehicle Indiana (GOEVIN). The collaboration… Continue reading.
From the Boardroom
The Carroll White REMC board of directors met on Nov. 21. Roll call was taken, and the previous board meeting minutes were approved. The board then reviewed changes to the Rules and Regulations for Carroll White REMC. This review process is done every two to three years or as needed. The last review was June… Continue reading.