Decatur County REMC
Decatur County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Greensburg, Indiana. As a cooperative, Decatur County 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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Summary of December’s board meeting
The meeting was opened by Chairman Steve AmRhein, and Brian Scheidler kept the minutes of the meeting. All board members were present. Also, present was CEO, Brett Abplanalp, and employee Matt Raver. Suzanne Parmer moved to approve the agenda. Clay Nuhring seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. SAFETY MINUTE AND COOL MOMENT Brett Abplanalp… Continue reading.
Hoosier Energy announces scholarship recipients
Hoosier Energy announces the 2024 recipients of the W. Eugene Roberts and Daniel L. Schuckman Memorial Scholarships, given annually to students from Hoosier Energy member cooperatives attending the North American Lineman Training Center (NALTC) in McEwen, Tennessee. Christopher Hollen from Whitewater Valley REMC and Logan Wilson of Daviess-Martin County REMC are this year’s winners. Hollen… Continue reading.
A lineman’s timeline: Restoring a power outage
“How long is it going to take?” Those are familiar words to all who work in the electric industry. It’s a phrase we’ve been asked thousands of times in our careers. It’s the first thing people think when the lights go out. It doesn’t take long sitting in the dark to realize how dependent we… Continue reading.
Summary of November’s board meeting
Chairman Steve AmRhein opened the meeting, and Brian Scheidler kept the meeting minutes. All board members were present except Suzanne Parmer. Jason Barnhorst participated virtually. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employee Matt Raver. Clay Nuhring moved to approve the agenda. Steve Nobbe seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. SAFETY MINUTE AND COOL… Continue reading.
Upcoming youth program opportunities
Camp Kilowatt | June 5–8 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming and much more. Apply online at campkilowatt.org by March 1. Indiana Youth Tour | June 16–23 Indiana’s electric cooperatives sponsor an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington, D.C.,… Continue reading.
Giving a boost
More than five years after its last recorded run, the Union Volunteer Fire Department is back in business with help from Hoosier Energy. Located in Pike County, less than a mile from the Gibson County line, and within the service territory of Hoosier Energy member cooperative WIN Energy, Union needed a pole tall enough to… Continue reading.
Empowering our membership through communication
Whether you are new to Decatur County REMC or you’ve been a member for a while, I’d like to start 2024 by answering some frequently asked questions we get from our members. We understand the importance of clear communication and believe that an informed membership is an empowered one. How do you pay back for… Continue reading.
Upcoming youth program opportunities
Camp Kilowatt June 5–8 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming and much more. Apply online at campkilowatt.org. Indiana Youth Tour June 16–23 Indiana’s electric cooperatives sponsor an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington, D.C., for high school seniors-to-be. This… Continue reading.
