The future is in your hands

Nobel Prize recipient George Bernard Shaw wrote, “I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can.” His inspiring words came from a belief that, “Life is no brief candle.... It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for a moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to the future generations.”

That same community is found in our local electric cooperative. Eighty-eight years ago, this community came together for the benefit of everyone and formed our co-op. That collective spirit endures today as we oversee the cooperative and ensure it burns as brightly as possible before handing it on the future generation.

Overseeing the co-op’s success is a board of trustees consisting of seven co-op members.

What does it mean to serve as a trustee?

Serving on the co-op’s board means you’re making a difference locally, giving your time, talents, and perspective to guide decisions about the co-op that benefit the membership and the larger community.

While day-to-day operational decisions are made by the staff, the direction and policies of the co-op are made by the board, whose mission is to ensure the financial stability and service reliability of the co-op while benefiting the community we serve.

With the energy industry undergoing major transition, Logan County Electric Cooperative faces big decisions, and board members have an opportunity to help chart a course for our future.

Opportunity to serve

Our board meets on a monthly basis, and we offer specialized training opportunities to help them make informed decisions. Board members gain a deeper understanding of the electric utility industry, the cooperative business model, and local economic development efforts.

Ultimately, our board is the community pulse for the co-op and helps keep us on the right track. We love our community and want to help it thrive. If you share the same commitment and want to contribute to the greater good in a tangible way, we hope you’ll consider serving the local community by running in a future board election. The success of the cooperative relies on the engagement of our members. When you run for a position on the board, vote in the election, attend the annual meeting, or learn about your cooperative through reading this magazine, you are playing an vital role.

Logan County Electric Cooperative Board of Trustees