Butler Rural Electric Cooperative Employee Newsletter Winter 2024
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WELCOME TO THE WINTER ISSUE OF OUR EMPLOYEE NEWSLETTER! We want to hear from you!
We hope the newsletter keeps you informed about employee and member updates. You will receive Between the Lines every three months. Each issue will feature employee anniversaries, birthdays, upcoming meetings and events, and more.
Do you have information to include in the newsletter or an idea to improve communication? Send feedback, information, and photos to Jade at jadeg@butlerrural.coop.
IN THIS ISSUE
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FutureMe Challenge PAGE 2
the FutureMe portal
Hazards in the field PAGE 3
Annual meeting PAGE 8
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NRECA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
health services
FutureMe portal FUTURE ME CHALLENGE
Earn points as you complete certain milestones during your 2024 FutureMe journey. Just log into Stress Less FutureMe and post your activities during the year. February 28 through March 26 The maximum point value for 2024 is 1,000, The FutureMe portal, hosted by WebMD, contains a wealth of resources and value tools of to $200, help you, which is a monetary reimbursable Feel the healing effect of participants, taking “you” time and all NRECA Medical Plan takeduring control of your health. to you in 2025 for health and wellness expenses. the Stress Less Challenge. Take five minutes or You can use this money for gym memberships, Register for access more each day to relieve stress on at least 21 days exercise equipment, and more. of the 28-day challenge. Visit cooperative.com > My Benefits > My Insurance > FutureMe. Alreadywho registered? Your WebMD account log in through Enroll inwill thetransfer. challengeSimply at cooperative.com > My All participants register will be previous entered into using the WebMD At Your Side app. > FutureMe > FutureMe Benefits > My Insurance a raffle cooperative.com drawing to receiveor one gift card valued atWellness portal. logged complete survey questions to customize your well-being experience. $100. AOnce total of ten giftin, cards will be the awarded.
First things first Complete the FutureMe survey (under the drop-down menu in the top, right-hand corner)—a health assessment designed to give you immediate feedback and further customize the FutureMe portal to your needs and interests.
Tools • My Health – The portal homepage, where you’ll find articles, webinars, infographics and more pertaining to your needs.
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• Daily Habits – An interactive and doctor-approved tool for setting well-being goals. • Rewards – Track your progress toward earning well-being incentives, if applicable.* • Coaching – Connect with a credentialed health professional for one-on-one support, accountability and motivation. Find additional tools under the drop-down menu in the top, right-hand corner: • Health Record – Store, maintain, track and manage your health information in a secure location.
• Resources – Access WebMD’s library of articles, podcasts, videos and more. You should receive Changing by email • Sync Devices and Currents Apps – Sync your device to track and achieve your goals. every two weeks. Changing Currents is created and published by Ohio's Download theElectric app Cooperatives, the service organization owned by the electric 1. Visit the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store and search for co-ops in our state. The emails contain news and “Wellness At Your Side.” information from electric co-ops across Ohio. 2. Download and open the app, then enter your connection code: nreca If you don't receive Changing Currents, let Julie, Missy, or Kim in Human Resources know and they Get will started onupcooperative.com sign you to receive the emails.> My Benefits > My Insurance > FutureMe
*Rewards are only available to eligible participants at cooperatives that participate in FutureMe rewards.
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TIPS FOR A SAFER WORKPLACE It’s no secret that safety is a top priority at the co-op, so let’s kick off 2024 with a few tips and reminders to ensure everyone’s safety at the office. 1. Prevent trips and falls. Secure all workspace cables and cords to avoid tripping hazards. 2. Use tools and equipment safely. Always follow manufacturer guidelines and safety instructions. 3. Avoid overloading electrical outlets and report any malfunctioning equipment to IT or Adam. 4. Stay hydrated, especially during summer months or if working outdoors. 5. Take breaks to stretch and reduce eye strain. 6. Keep informed about co-op safety procedures. View them on the employee intranet under the safety tab.
8. Use proper lifting techniques when lifting heavy objects. Ask for a colleague’s help when needed. 9. Be prepared. Know where emergency items, like first aid kits and defibrillators, are stored. 10. Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment required for your job. 11. Keep emergency exits clear of equipment, carts, or any other items that could block exits. 12. Report any unsafe working conditions to your supervisor, whether a hazardous situation or behavior. Workplace safety is our shared responsibility. Let’s work together to ensure a safe working environment for all.
7. Maintain a clean work area to prevent slips, falls or spills.
HAZARDS IN THE FIELD > WHAT TO LOOK FOR It's important to report hazards in the field if you see something that looks off when you're outside the office, like when you're on your way home after work. If you see something that could be dangerous, report it to Adam. One of our employees will inspect the problem and fix it if needed. Report these problems even if you're unsure it's impacting an electric line or if you don't know if the electric line is in our territory. Doing so will keep our employees and the public safe.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR Shown here is a tree or limb on an electric line. If you see this in our area, report it to Adam.
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Thank you FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT On behalf of the board of trustees, I want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your hard work, dedication, and outstanding contributions to Butler Rural Electric Cooperative. In every endeavor and project, your commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed. Your efforts have played a crucial role in the success of the cooperative. We recognize the challenges you may face, and we appreciate your resilience and determination. It's the collective efforts of each and every one of you that make our team so strong and capable. Your passion for your work and your commitment to improving the lives of our members inspire us all. As we navigate through the various opportunities
and challenges ahead, please know your efforts are valued and integral to our continued success. We are truly fortunate to have such a talented and dedicated team. Thank you once again for your hard work and David Evans commitment. We PRESIDENT, BOARD OF TRUSTEES look forward to achieving even greater milestones together in 2024.
Employee birthdays JANUARY
FEBRUARY
Julie Abbott January 11
Mike Murray February 3
Lisa Broermann March 4
Adam Osborn January 22
Kelsey James February 6
Larry Hornung March 12
Missy Moore February 9
Bob Conrad March 24
Darlene Thompson February 21
Evan Rauch March 28
Cheryl Mathews February 26
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your year
2024 can be for financial wellness Only 63% of individuals could cover a surprise $400 emergency with cash on hand, according to the most recent Federal Reserve Survey. This is a troubling statistic. Individuals that fall in this category would consider putting an emergency expense on a credit card, borrowing from family or friends, or deferring the expense, potentially damaging their credit. But a financial surprise doesn’t have to be a setback if you have a plan. The start of a year is when we all make New Year’s resolutions, primarily on self-help goals. The New Year is a great time to set a goal to begin an investment program to prepare for life’s such emergencies, or planning for a lifecycle event, such as education for your children, a new home or addition, car, whatever! As you review your health, dental, and retirement programs, take the time to review your life’s savings program. Putting this off should not be an option. Would you feel safe walking around without health insurance? You should feel the same way about an emergency savings account. Consider an automatic investing program that allows you to invest as much or as little as you want directly from your bank account or paycheck. Start with any amount that’s comfortable for you. The most important thing is to START!
PERSONAL FINANCIAL WELLNESS Personal financial wellness is an important part of your overall well-being and a lifelong journey to knowing what you have, where you’re heading and, feeling good about the decisions you’re making to get there. While everyone’s goals and timelines are different, most of us can start with these three questions to kickstart a financial wellness plan: 1. Besides my monthly expenses, what major spending events do I anticipate in the next three months, like new car tires or a vacation? 2. Aside from my regular budget, how much money do I need available in the next one to three years for emergencies and planned expenses? 3. What are my savings goals from highest to lowest priority? What is my progress so far? Am I ahead, behind schedule, or on track? What changes can I make to achieve them? Don’t let small balances or an unexpected expense disappoint or derail you. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither are your savings. The important part is to start and contribute whatever you can to your savings goals within your budget. No matter where you are in your financial journey, financial wellness is something you can work towards.
Butler Rural Electric Cooperative’s Youth Programs High school sophomores and juniors whose parents are co-op members can go on an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C. on the National Electric Cooperative Youth Tour June 15-24. Applicants must complete an application by February 1 and a quiz February 19 through 23 to qualify. PAGE 5
We offer college scholarships to high school seniors whose parents are members of the co-op. The top applicants will participate in interviews with judges and will receive a scholarship from Butler Rural Electric Cooperative. Scholarship judging is at our office March 7.
Congratulations!
Butler Rural Electric Cooperative’s General Manager Tom Wolfenbarger recently graduated from a statewide program aiming to strengthen the leadership skills of Ohio’s electric cooperative general managers and CEOs. The five-month Leadership Excellence program was hosted by Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives and required five courses and assessments between each session. The program’s coursework is focused on improving operational efficiencies, overall performance, and bottom-line results through enhanced collaboration and teamwork, recruiting and retaining talent, aligning teams to focus on a common goal, and creating a climate of trust. Butler Rural Electric Cooperative is proud to invest in the training and development of its employees at every level with the goal of providing our members with the highest level of service.
Tom Wolfenbarger GENERAL MANAGER
Congratulations, Tom!
Mike Murray is retiring from Butler Rural Electric Cooperative We will celebrate the retirement of Mike Murray February 9. Our office will close at 11:30 a.m. for the celebration. Mike worked at Butler Rural Electric Cooperative for 36 years, most recently serving as our director of operations. Mike enjoyed working with good people to provide members with reliable service. He always felt proud when members comment they are glad to be served by Butler Rural Electric Cooperative instead of local investor owned utilities. Mike served on the board for the Central Ohio Lineworkers Training program. This program trains lineworkers across the state and is one of the best lineworker training programs in the country. Mike looks forward to spending time with family; occasionally working with his oldest son, who owns a land surveying business in Brookville, Indiana; staying on top of weeding around his house, and golfing. Congratulations, Mike! PAGE 6
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OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH BUCKEYE POWER + THE WHOLESALE POWER AGREEMENT Butler Rural Electric Cooperative was founded in 1936. Other distribution cooperatives around the state started around this same time, give or take a few years. In the early years, the cooperatives received their power through purchased power contracts, often with the local investor-owned utilities. It soon became apparent to cooperative leaders in the state that in order to maintain stable and affordable rates, we needed to have our own power supply.
investment. The Wholesale Power Agreement has undergone extensions and modifications over the years. But, the 100% power rule has essentially remained the same. The current Wholesale Power Agreement has a term which extends to 2057. Except by vote of all members, the Wholesale Power Agreement does not have an “out” clause during its term. Once the term is completed, termination can occur with a three-year notice.
This goal led to the formation of Buckeye Power in 1959. Buckeye Power, a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative, or G&T, was organized and owned jointly by the distribution cooperatives of Ohio. Buckeye Power’s purpose is to provide reliable, affordable electricity to member co-ops, who then distribute it to nearly 400,000 homes and businesses in Ohio. Each distribution cooperative gets to have one director on the governing board of the G&T. Butler Rural Electric Cooperative has one of 25 votes for any issues brought before Buckeye Power's Board of Directors.
The Wholesale Power Agreement impacts how we operate as we march into an everchanging power supply future. As it stands, any power supply must come from, or through, Buckeye Power.
The new G&T cooperative quickly began work to acquire the cooperatives' own generation assets. Through an agreement with Ohio Power and funding from the Rural Electrification Administration, or REA, the Cardinal Generation Station was born in the 1960s. In order to grant funding, the REA needed assurances that Buckeye Power would be able to pay its debts. Buckeye Power provided these assurances through agreements with all of its distribution cooperative owners, collectively called the Consolidated Wholesale Power Agreement, or WPA. This agreement essentially states, “the purchaser shall purchase and receive from the seller all electric power and energy which the purchaser shall require…” This meant the REA saw a guaranteed load and revenue to pay for the generation
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Why does this matter?
What about roof top solar or wind? Every individual member has the right to produce its own power. However, if the entity produces more than what they need at any given time and power flows back onto the grid, it becomes power supply to someone else. Therefore, due to the wholesale power agreement, Buckeye Power purchases this power and it becomes a part of the total Buckeye power supply. Given the terms of the Wholesale Power Agreement, Butler Rural Electric Cooperative can not act as its own G&T. Therefore, our role in home solar or wind is to educate and assist our members in the interconnection of their own systems when it makes sense for them. Contractually, we can not participate in a way which violates the WPA.
The WPA and Community Solar For example, Butler Rural Electric Cooperative cannot choose to install solar panels in our field across from our office without doing so in agreement with Buckeye Power, like through our Community Solar arrays. Installing solar panels on our own would violate the WPA.
JOIN US FOR OUR 2024 ANNUAL MEETING Thursday, April 25 NEW LOCATION – Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill 1 5 p.m. Dinner • 6:30 p.m. Meeting Join us for our annual meeting at a NEW location! The meeting offers a buffet meal, updates from General Manager Tom Wolfenbarger and Board of Trustees President Dave Evans, and live entertainment from Rum River Blend. We will also have door prizes and chances to win bill credits for members Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill 1 has 1,000 parking spaces and co-op employees will offer free shuttle rides for our guests.
Members can visit butlerrural.coop or return the registration card on the cover of the February Ohio Cooperative Living issue to reserve their seats
CHAMPION MILL
We’re here to help Members have extra time to pay their electric bills during the winter season, when higher than normal bills are common due to increased heating system use. From November 1 through April 15, members have PAGE 8
10 extra days to pay their bill without disconnection. These 10 days begin the day after our due date, which is typically the 20th of the month. If the 20th falls on a weekend or holiday, the due date is moved to the next business day.
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CAPITAL CREDITS NOTICES Capital credits checks were mailed to members in November. Members who have not cashed or deposited their checks will receive notices by mail and email asking them to promptly do so. The first notice will be sent February 16 and a second notice will be sent March 8. Below is an example of the first notice.
January 17, 2024 Re: Capital Credits Check Not Cashed Dear , According to our records, your capital credits check from Butler Rural Electric Cooperative has not been cashed or deposited as of February 15, 2024. The check was mailed to you in November 2023. Please cash the check immediately or choose one of the options below and return this letter. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Evan Rauch Manager of Accounting and Finance/CFO Butler Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____ Please issue a duplicate check. _____ Apply the capital credits amount to my electric bill. _____ Automatically apply my capital credits amount to my bill each year. _____ Donate my capital credits check to Butler Rural Community Connection. ______________________________
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Review our policies and board meeting minutes Members now have access to a new feature in SmartHub to view member policies and monthly board meeting minutes.
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To view the documents, members can login to SmartHub and select My Profile > Member Documentation. From there, members can view all documents or select Policies or Board Minutes next to Document Type.
Celebrating employees We recently celebrated employee promotions at Butler Rural Electric Cooperative.
LORI MAYNARD became our IT and cyber security administrator in December. In this role, she will continue to improve our cyber security policies. Lori has worked at the cooperative for 15 years. She has a master of science degree in information technology with a concentration in information security and assurance from Kaplan University.
engineering in January. In this role, he will coordinate approved long-range system plans, construction work plans, and a preventative maintenance program for our electric system. Cody has worked at the cooperative for nine months, recently serving as our electrical engineer. He graduated from Ross High School in 2008 and received a bachelor of science in applied science/ electro-mechanical engineering technology from Miami University in 2014.
CODY HOLTHAUS became our manager of
Cody lives in Reily Township with his wife, Natalie, and their two children, Marc and Brynn. He enjoys spending time with family and working on antique tractors and trucks in his shop. In his free time, Cody enjoys hunting and fishing.
Lori Maynard
Cody Holthaus
IT AND CYBER SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR
MANAGER OF ENGINEERING
During her free time, Lori enjoys reading, playing board and video games, watching football, and spending time with family and friends.
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Celebrating employees We recently celebrated employee promotions at Butler Rural Electric Cooperative.
DENIS ARMSTEAD became our manager of safety and compliance in February. In this role, he will research, coordinate, and implement compliance and safety standards in accordance with established policies, practices, and procedures of regulatory agencies that safeguards our employees, members, and the public from dangerous conditions. Denis has worked at the cooperative for 17 years, recently serving as our electrician.
operations of the line department and tree maintenance program, schedule daily lineworker and staking technician work, and plan annual tree maintenance crew work. Adam has worked at the cooperative for six years, recently serving as our manager of safety and compliance. He graduated from Northeastern High School in Fountain City, Indiana and attended Anderson University and Earlham College before serving in the U.S. Air Force for four years.
in February. In this role, he will oversee the day-to-day
Adam lives in Everton, Indiana with his wife, Samantha, and their children – 16-year-old Kylie, 15-year-old Madison, 9-year-old Gannon, and 6-year-old Bristol. He enjoys spending time outdoors, coaching youth sports, and watching his kids compete in sports. During his free time, Adam enjoys playing golf and camping with family and friends.
Denis Armstead
Adam Osborn
MANAGER OF SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
MANAGER OF OPERATIONS
Denis lives in Eaton, Ohio with his wife, Susan. They have two daughters and one granddaughter. He enjoys spending time outdoors during his free time.
ADAM OSBORN became our manager of operations
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Upcoming events JANUARY CPR TRAINING FOR OFFICE EMPLOYEES January 23 BOARD MEETING January 31
FEBRUARY SCHOLARSHIP + YOUTH TOUR APPLICATION DEADLINE February 1 OFFICE CLOSES AT 11:30 A.M. FOR MIKE'S RETIREMENT CELEBRATION February 9 YOUTH TOUR TESTING February 19 through 23
MARCH SCHOLARSHIP INTERVIEWS March 7 COMMUNITY CONNECTION BOARD MEETING March 13 BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION BEGINS March 25 BOARD MEETING March 27
HEALTH SCREENING February 21 BOARD MEETING + BOARD CANDIDATE VIDEO FILMING February 28
UPGRADE UNLOCKED New Look. New Experience. Same SmartHub. In mid-February, members will be able to manage their account like never before with the new, improved SmartHub web application. This new version of SmartHub puts usage and payment details front and center for fast, easy access and the simplified menu structure makes navigating the site a breeze.
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The Value of Your Butler Rural
Electric Cooperative Membership reasons why your membership is valuable: HISTORY OF STABLE RATES
The cost of powering your home rises at a slower pace than many typical expenses. Our recent rate increase resulted in a 2.7% average increase, which is significantly lower than the recent 10% increases from neighboring utilities.
FOCUSED ON RELIABILITY
Our employees work hard to ensure you have power when you need it most. We invest over $2 million in upgrades to our electric system annually, resulting in members having power 99.96% of the time.
CLEAR AND HELPFUL COMMUNICATION
Our partnership with altafiber will bring high-speed fiber internet to all members. Our Self-Serve Phone Number allows members to report power outages directly to our outage management system without experiencing busy signals.
Learn more about how your cooperative serves you at butlerrural.coop 513-867-4400 | 3888 Stillwell Beckett Rd. Oxford, OH 45056
NEW ACSI SURVEY CAMPAIGN We're working with NRECA Market Research Services to complete member satisfaction surveys by phone and email. The surveys are random, so not every member will be contacted. Members will receive the surveys beginning April 8. We strive to provide all members with exceptional service. By participating in the survey, members will help us make decisions that benefit them. Their thoughts and opinions matter to us. The survey results will give us our ACSI score. ACSI stands for American Customer Satisfaction Index. ACSI scores are calculated for companies across all industries and measure overall consumer satisfaction.
This year, we are running a campaign to show members the value of their cooperative membership before surveys begin April 8. An example of the campaign is above. Other campaign resources members will see include Ohio Cooperative Living ads, bill inserts, back of bill images, a SmartHub banner, a web banner, webpage content, and social media graphics and content. Campaign messages include information about rates, reliability, and communication because these three topics are the most important to members according to our 2023 ACSI survey results.
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WE'RE CELEBRATING BUTLER RURAL COMMUNITY CONNECTION We're celebrating the 30th anniversary of Butler Rural Community Connection and the tremendous impact it has had in the communities we serve. Butler Rural Community Connection provides grants to local non-profit groups, schools, and organizations in portions of Butler, Montgomery, Preble and Hamilton counties. Funds for the program come from cooperative members and employees who voluntarily contribute to Community Connection each month.
funded over $1.6 million in grants to local agencies.
A fresh look To celebrate the anniversary, we launched a new Community Connection logo, which is shown below.
Thank you! Thank you to the employees who participated in the silent auction in January. Over $3,000 was contributed to Community Connection from the auction.
Some members choose to allow their monthly electric bills to be rounded to the next dollar amount, and the extra change is allocated to Community Connection. Other members and employees choose to donate a specific amount each month or give a one-time donation. Since its creation, Butler Rural Community Connection has
WAYS TO STAY CYBER SAFE Here are five simple ways you can stay cyber safe, at home or at the office. Use strong passwords. Did you know the most common password of 2023 was 123456? Using simple, predictable passwords like this is never a good idea. The strongest passwords meet the following criteria: 12-15 characters, including numbers, special characters, and lowercase and uppercase letters. If you struggle with remembering passwords, try using a password manager or password phrases that are easy to remember. Enable multifactor authentication across all accounts and devices. Multifactor authentication decreases the likelihood of a breach by adding an additional form of authentication. So, if your password is hacked or stolen, the bad actor still has a hurtle to overcome to access your or the co-op's data. Recognize and report phishing. You’ve likely received an email with urgent language and a myriad of typos and grammatical errors saying
you need to “update your payment information" or “make a payment immediately”. Emails like this are typically phishing scams. Legitimate businesses will not email or text with a link to update your payment information. Stay protected while connected. Whatever the network device, the best defense against viruses and malware is to update to the latest security software, web browser, and operating systems. Sign up for automatic updates if possible and protect your devices with anti-virus software. Another way to stay safe while connected to outside networks is to use a virtual private network, or VPN. Secure your network against cyber threats. Computers, smartphones, TVs, thermostats, doorbells – the list of internet-connected devices is ever-growing. Securing your modem, router, and Wi-Fi can keep your home network safe from cyber threats. Practicing good cyber hygiene is essential to keeping data secure.
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Fiber internet is coming to all members! In 2021, Butler Rural Electric Cooperative completed a partnership project with Cincinnati Bell, now known as altafiber, to bring fiber access to over 2,000 member locations where high speed internet was not available. The project also provided fiber service to the cooperative’s substations and switching equipment. The project was a huge success, bringing greater operational flexibility to enhance reliability while improving the quality of life for members. We have received tremendously positive feedback from members because of this project.
Fiber Internet to submit their address and contact information. A Butler Rural Electric Cooperative employee will contact them shortly after submitting the form. We are unable to release a map of the project for privacy reasons. If fiber is already available at a location, members should contact altafiber to get more information about signing up and to learn about plans and prices available in your area. If you have questions about the project, please speak with Darlene or Alyssa.
After the 2021 project was completed, we still had 2,800 members who did not have adequate and reliable access to high speed internet, which is a quality of life issue. altafiber has committed to making the investment to extend fiber access to all remaining unserved members. As promised, altafiber continues to expand its fiber network in our area, and members continue to gain access to fiber service as the network is built. We are thrilled to build on this innovative partnership and deliver access to reliable connectivity to all of our members.
Proposed fiber dates To learn the proposed date for when a home or business will have access to fiber internet as part of the partnership, members can visit butlerrural. coop > Community > Community Outreach >
To learn the proposed date for when their home or business will have access to fiber internet, members can visit butlerrural.coop > Community > Community Outreach > Fiber Internet to submit their address and contact information. A Butler Rural Electric Cooperative employee will contact them shortly after submitting the form.
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Employee anniversaries JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
Mike Murray January 4 36 years
Rick Zhang February 1 3 years
Jeremy Hill March 5 17 years
Riley Salyers January 6 4 years
Seth Fricke February 8 8 years
Steve Abrams March 7 2 years
Kelsey James January 9 1 year
Kevin Maddock February 12 17 years
Curt Loewenstine March 14 13 years
Jeff McGraw January 11 25 years
Tricia Blevins March 21 8 years
Daniel Chaney January 17 24 years Andy Denny January 18 3 years Kyle Fagin January 23 1 year Alyssa Maurits January 23 1 year Mason Miller January 27 4 years
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Learn more
ABOUT BUTLER RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE Learn more about how your coworkers help the cooperative fulfill its mission. More departments will be featured in upcoming issues.
OPERATIONS - PHYSICAL FACILITIES MANAGER OF PHYSICAL FACILITIES Larry Hornung larryh@butlerrural.coop
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> Coordinates upkeep of office and grounds, substation lots, HVAC system, warehouse and material inventory, and vehicles > Prepares for special events like our annual meeting and Family Day
MECHANIC Ryan Kerr ryank@butlerrural.coop > Maintains and repairs vehicles > Assists with warehouse activities and maintenance of office and substation grounds
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WAREHOUSE CLERK Riley Salyers rileys@butlerrural.coop
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> Maintains grounds, facilities, line materials, and equipment > Receives, stores, issues, and monitors all inventory
CUSTODIAN Bob Conrad bobc@butlerrural.coop > Maintains office so we have a clean and comfortable space to work in
Our mission
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To be a dynamic, progressive organization guided by cooperative principles and to provide energy and other value-added services to its members. The cooperative will participate in its communities, providing leadership and support to improve the quality of life for all of its citizens.
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