Jasper County REMC
Jasper County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Rensselaer, Indiana. As a cooperative, Jasper 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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Director nomination bylaws
The following bylaw pertains to the nomination of Jasper County REMC directors. The complete set of bylaws can be reviewed on our website at www.jasperremc.com. If you would like a set of bylaws mailed to you, we can accommodate that request. NOMINATIONS (a) Manner of Making Nominations. Not less than one hundred fifty (150) days… Continue reading.
Briefs
SEVEN COOPERATIVE PRINCIPLES We follow seven cooperative principles to guide our decisions: WHOLE HOME GENERATORS For the safety of our lineman, please let us know if you have a whole home generator. UPDATE YOUR INFO Please update your contact information. We must have an accurate phone number and email on file to keep you informed… Continue reading.
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.
Understanding capital credits
You may or may not know that Jasper County REMC operates according to a set of core principles known as the seven cooperative principles. They are open and voluntary membership; democratic member control; members’ economic participation; autonomy and independence; education; training, and information; cooperation among cooperatives; and concern for the community. Since capital credits were… Continue reading.
Jasper County REMC director achieves credential
JoAnn McElfresh recently received her Board Leadership Certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). An ever-changing business environment has imposed new demands on electric cooperative directors, requiring increased knowledge of changes in the electric utility business, new governance skills, and a solid understanding of the cooperative principles and business model. Jasper County REMC… Continue reading.
Christmas fun
We had so much fun this Christmas season! We attended DeMotte’s Christmas in the Park on Nov. 30. Goodie bags were available for the kids. Hidden #22548003. Our polar bear made an appearance, and we ran into the Grinch, too. The Remington and Rensselaer Christmas Parades were held on Dec. 2. Our fun inflatable friends… Continue reading.
Student opportunities
The application process is now open for the Youth Tour to Washington D.C., Camp Kilowatt, and Nesius Memorial Scholarship. We also have a 4-H Electric incentive program. These opportunities are available to public, private, and home-school students who are sons, daughters, or legal wards of a Jasper County REMC member. Visit our website to fill… Continue reading.
Briefs
CAPITAL CREDIT DEADLINE Capital credits returned on Nov. 16, 2021, must be claimed by Jan. 16, 2024. REBATES AVAILABLE Are you planning home improvements? Check the rebates section of our website to see how you can save. STAY INFORMED Follow us on Facebook for energy efficiency tips, safety tips, local happenings, outage information, and more…. Continue reading.
Predicting tomorrow’s electric technologies
I have heard many people say they wish they had a way to predict the future. Would such a device be the ultimate Christmas gift? What would I see if I used it to predict the future of our electric grid? I think I would see some amazing electric devices we have yet to imagine…. Continue reading.
Twelve grants awarded through Operation Round Up
Our Operation Round Up grants were issued recently and your spare change is doing more great work in our communities! The Remington Parks Department received a grant to help update its shelter restrooms. West Central High School and Rensselaer Central High School After Prom were both awarded funds to help with after-prom activities, food, and… Continue reading.