In today’s world, where federal policy, power grids, and energy systems are undergoing profound changes, electric cooperatives remain vital in ensuring reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy for rural communities. Electric cooperatives like PPEC are unique — member-owned, not-for-profit organizations that depend on active member participation. One of the most impactful ways members can engage with their co-op is by running for a seat on the board of trustees.
INFLUENCING POLICY
Board members shape the cooperative’s approach to renewable energy, sustainability, and technological advancements. By serving on the board, you can advocate for clean energy solutions and policies that benefit your community and the environment.
ENSURING FAIR RATES
The board sets electric rates, directly affecting households and businesses. As a board member, you help keep rates fair while ensuring the cooperative remains financially stable.
SUPPORTING LOCAL DEVELOPMENT
Electric cooperatives often drive local economic development, such as our recent announcement to bring high-speed fiber internet to our membership and community. Board members can advocate for projects that support local infrastructure, broadband access, and job creation, making a lasting impact on their community.
OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE
PPEC’s board elections will be held in February 2025, with results announced at our virtual Annual Meeting on March 22, 2025. Districts 2, 4, and 5 are up for election in 2025:
- District 2: Van Wert County in Ohio
- District 4: Crane, Emerald, Jackson, Blue Creek, and Paulding townships in Paulding County, Ohio; Delaware Township in Defiance County, Ohio
- District 5: Adams Township in Allen County, Indiana
The official petition packet to run for the board will become available on Nov. 20 on our website. You can also request a copy be mailed to you, or pick one up from our office as well. If you get 20 signatures of support from PPEC members in your district and return the official PPEC petition form by Dec. 18, 2024, you are eligible to be a candidate for election.
To learn more about PPEC’s director election process, please visit PPEC.coop/run-board or contact our office at 800-686-2357.
PPEC board district overview map: Districts 2, 4, and 5 are up for election in 2025. If you live in those districts, you can run for the board by completing a petition packet available starting Nov. 20 at PPEC.coop/run-board.
