Your Electric Co-op

General Manager

Les W. J. Montoya

Mora Office

501 State Highway 518 P.O. Box 240 Mora, NM 87732

Telephone

575-383-4270

After Hours

800-421-6773

Pecos Office

97 Highway 50 P.O. Box 458 Pecos, NM 87552

Telephone

505-383-4220

After Hours

888-783-0011

Website

www.morasanmiguel.coop

Office Hours

7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (M-Th)

Closed for Lunch

12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. (M-Th)

Closed Fridays Board of Trustees President

Robert M. Quintana District 2

Vice President

Robert Baca District 4

Secretary-Treasurer

Virginia Mondragon District 1

Joseph A. C de Baca

District 5

James Ortiz

District 3

New Phone Numbers at Mora-San Miguel Electric Cooperative

MSMEC upgraded its phone system and so our phone numbers have changed:

Mora: 575-383-4270 Pecos: 575-383-4220

Use the following menu to assist in routing your call:

1 - Customer Service 2 – Outages 3 – Operations 5 – General Manager 6 – Finance Department 7 – Metering Department 0 – For the Operator 9 – For a Dial by Name Directory

As always, our Member Service Representatives are here to answer any questions.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve you. Do we have your updated address and contact number? MSMEC is requesting your assistance to insure we have updated contact information: ☐ Billing Address ☐ Phone Numbers Please call 575-383-4270, Option 1 for Customer Service.

Access to MSMEC Meters MSMEC continues to encounter locked gates. Access to property by MSMEC to complete repairs, maintenance, and meter reading (once a year) is essential. Please arrange for easy access for MSMEC by calling 575-383-4270 (Mora) or 575-383-4220 (Pecos). Thank you for your cooperation.

Reporting an Outage Power outages occur for many reasons: bad weather, vehicle accidents, or planned system maintenance, to name a few. MSMEC personnel are available 24-hours a day, seven days a week, to take your reports of outages. Call 575-383-4270 (Mora) or 575-383-4220 (Pecos), Option 2 for Outages.

Energy Efficiency Tip of the Month

Installing a smart power strip is a quick and easy way to start saving money while making your home more energy efficient. Smart power strips can actually cut power off to save energy since they are able to detect when a device is in standby mode.

Source: energy.gov

TIPS FOR

Mora-San Miguel Electric Cooperative Thi aw pr Congratulations Larry Barela! Electrical Safety Tips for Hunters mi 2019 New Mexico Long Rope Award Recipient This hunting season, be aware of electrical equipment and take necessary precautions while hunting. Keep these Ta safety tips in mind as you enjoy c the great outdoors.

Larry Barela, Mora-San Miguel Electric Cooperative’s Systems Operations Manager, is the 2019 recipient of the New Mexico Rural Electric Self-Insurer’s Fund Long Rope Award.

The Long Rope Award is an annual statewide acknowledgment of an electric cooperative employee who stands out as a leader in safety and consistently demonstrates a culture of safety in such a challenging field.

Lazaro (Larry) has worked for Mora-San Miguel Electric Cooperative for 28 years. He is a leader in all aspects related to his responsibilities. His knowledge of the distribution system and dedication to his work enables MSMEC to be responsive to consumers needs while insuring safe work practices for crews working in all types of conditions. In recognition of his safety standards, Larry received a Pamela Renfroe painting of an electric cooperative scene.

Congratulations Larry, well deserved!

Let’s create a culture of safety together!

Take notice of posted warning signs and keep clear of electrical equipment.

Do not shoot at or near power lines or insulators.

Know where power lines and equipment are located on the land where you hunt.

Be careful in wooded areas where power lines may not be as visible.

Do not

place deer stands on utility poles or climb poles. Energized lines and equipment can conduct electricity to anyone who comes in contact with them, causing shock or electrocution.

Do not place decoys on power lines or other utility equipment. Any non-electrical equipment attached to a pole can pose an obstruction and serious hazards to our line crews.

Dan O'Neill 11th grade, Estancia Valley Classical Academy Edgewood in Santa Fe County Central New Mexico Electrical Cooperative

I’ve been working as an assistant manager for an online company called Contractor Exam Academy. I’ve also been volunteering for Presbyterian Hospice at Kaseman Hospital. I assist in the office with computer and paperwork. I plan to volunteer in the inpatient unit at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital. However, because of the COVID-19 situation, volunteers are not allowed on the hospice unit. I am planning to attend the University of New Mexico after graduation. I am interested in radiology and my goal is to be accepted one day to the UNM School of Medicine.

Eli Terry 11th grade, Floyd High School near Floyd in Roosevelt County Roosevelt County Electric Cooperative

During the COVID-19 quarantine, I have had more time to focus on my FFA and 4-H projects. Since I did not have school from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or have track practice or track meets, I have found a lot to do at home. I have been taking dual credit college classes online, refinishing and painting furniture, raising laying hens, and raising 6 Holstein calves as well. Most recently, I have been studying and taking some practice tests for the ACT. All these projects have kept me really busy. Currently, my plans and dreams for the future are to attend and graduate college at Eastern New Mexico University to become a speech therapist. I am interested in a bachelor’s degree in communication disorders and a master’s degree in speech therapy. I like the idea of going to college close to home and being able to finish with a master’s degree all at one college. I have looked into the speech therapy program, and I have seen that the program is well respected. Other than higher education goals, I hope to be happy in my life and serve God.

Ella C. Guerro 10th grade, Magdalena Municipal Schools Alamo Navajo Reservation in Socorro County Socorro Electric Cooperative

I have been taking walks with my dog, going fishing at my pond, riding my bike with my cousins, and taking care of my family. My plans for the future are to attend Emory University to become a sports therapist.

Emma Montgomery 12th grade, Artesia High School Piñon in Chaves County Central Valley Electric Cooperative

With the whole family being home, I’ve been able to spend a lot more time with them, which I’m very thankful for. Next year, I will be attending Texas Tech University and majoring in agricultural communications. I hope to serve the agriculture industry by marketing, advertising, and designing for a major agriculture magazine or company.

Heidi Garcia 11th grade, Belen High School Veguita in Socorro County Socorro Electric Cooperative

During this time in quarantine, I’ve picked up new hobbies like writing and making bracelets, but just like everyone else, I’ve been binge-watching my favorite Netflix shows. Once I graduate from high school, my biggest dream would be to study at the Anglo American University in the Czech Republic. I want to travel, meet new people, and learn about different cultures. I want to major in business and come back to the U.S. and go to law school. I want to live in Denver, Colorado, because I love urban cities, especially Denver because it’s close enough to my family.

Helen Bright 11th grade, Quemado High School Between Pie Town and Quemado in Catron County Socorro Electric Cooperative

I have had lots of time to do some of my favorite things, like art and music. On top of that, our ewe had a lamb which she refused to take care of, so I also ended up taking care of a lamb. I also really enjoy the art of cosplay (costume play), when I have felt like quarantine was hard all I had to do was get dressed up, and in some ways, I felt better as it is a way for me to deal with the constant stress of life on my shoulders. For my future, I haven’t completely thought out everything I want; I don’t have some