Oklahoma Electric Co-op News August 2022 by Oklahoma Electric Cooperative

For members of

Volume 71, Issue 2

August 2022

OKLAHOMA ELECTRIC

CO-OP NEWS

Join us for the return of our Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation Night PLUS >> Three $1,000 scholarships up for grabs at Annual Meeting >> Kids' Zone to feature activities, prizes, robotics showcase and more!

FROM theTOP

PATRICK GRACE

CEO ADDRESS

It's been three years — 1,092 days, to be exact — since we last welcomed you to the Lloyd Noble Center. The board of trustees, our employees and I are excited to come together again for our Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Night, and we hope you are too. For those who attended our last Annual Meeting in 2019, this one will look almost exactly the same: entertainment, registration gifts, a $20 electric account credit, a Kids' Zone, Innovation Expo and, of course, dozens of door prizes. We've had a lot of new OEC members join us since 2019, and I invite you to read through the pages of this month's Co-op News and use it as a guide to your evening at the Lloyd Noble Center on Aug. 5. We plan each detail with our members in mind and try to make the event as seamless as possible. One thing that is new this year will be the ticket drawing for door prizes following the business meeting. You might remember names scrolling on the large overhead screens that announced the prize winners the last few years. This year, you will be given a ticket at registration that you must hold onto in case your number is drawn. Registered members may only receive one ticket — we will be unable to replace yours if it is lost. Be sure to hold onto it for the duration of the evening. I invite you to visit the upper concourse during the evening — an elevator is available on the ramp as you enter — for kids' activities, a robotics showcase and our Innovation Expo, where our vendors offer hands-on experiences. You can also sign up for additional prizes, and those pursuing post-secondary education can sign up for one of three $1,000 Luckof-the-Draw scholarships. We've worked hard to put together a great evening and are excited to see you all there. Stay safe, and we'll see you Aug. 5.

Oklahoma Electric Cooperative 242 24th Ave NW | PO Box 1208 Norman, OK, 73070 321-2024, FAX 405-217-6900 http://www.okcoop.org

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ronnie Tharp, President District9Trustee@okcoop.org

Bob Usry, Vice President District8Trustee@okcoop.org

Shirley Idleman, Sec./Treas. District5Trustee@okcoop.org

Danny Watters, Asst. Sec./Treas. District7Trustee@okcoop.org

Mike Argo

District1Trustee@okcoop.org

Percy Moreu

District2Trustee@okcoop.org

Vacant

District3Trustee@okcoop.org

Ronnie Grover

District4Trustee@okcoop.org

John Jensen

District6Trustee@okcoop.org

District

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MANAGEMENT Chief Executive Officer ............................. Patrick Grace VP of Accounting .......................................... Sara Thomas VP of Employee Services ......................... Tracy Mowdy VP of Engineering ...................................... Thad Peterson VP of Finance .................................................. Brady Scheer VP of Member Engagement ...... Autumn McMahon VP of Metering ............................................... John Spencer VP of Operations ............................................. Marty Hayes President of OEC Fiber ................. David Goodspeed Manager of Loss Control ........................ Ryan Spears Executive Services Manager ........... Amanda Hardy

Oklahoma Electric Co-op News is published monthly by Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, 242 24th Ave. NW, Norman, OK 73069, (USPS-865-700). Subscription rates: $6.00 per year for non-members, 50¢ per year for members. Periodical postage paid at Norman, OK and other additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Please send form 3579 to: Oklahoma Electric Co-op News, PO Box 1208, Norman, OK 73070.

Co-op News Editor Brianna Wall, CCC brianna.wall@okcoop.org Members who find their account number hidden within the text of this issue will be awarded $150. Call 405-217-6708.

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LUCK OF THE DRAW Annual Meeting attendees have the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship!

EXCLUSIVELY FOR OEC MEMBERS Join us for the first Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation Night since 2019!

OKLAHOMA BRED Oklahoma's own The Imaginaries and Jim Garling to headline Annual Meeting

CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY The foundation of OEC and OEC Fiber

Operation Round Up Report

WFEC Generation Report

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An easy way to save energy is to seal air leaks and holes where plumbing pipes run through walls in your home. You can also check wall-mounted cabinets for plumbing holes or air gaps in the back. Fill any holes or gaps with spray foam. Wear protective gloves and use a damp rag for cleanup.

LUCK of the DRAW Three lucky winners to receive $1,000 scholarships Three Annual Meeting attendees will have the opportunity to walk away with $1,000 if they are selected as winners of the Luck-of-the-Draw scholarships. The Annual Meeting will be held Aug. 5, and if you are pursuing post-secondary education, you will want to be there. "We are excited to award three of our valued members with a scholarship to pursue education," said Education and Outreach Programs Director Tory Tedder-Loffland. "Members of any age or the child of a member up to age 26 pursuing post-secondary education — whether it be a university or a tech school — is eligible to apply for this scholarship. You must attend the Annual Meeting to qualify for the scholarship." You must also: • Be an OEC member of any age OR the child up to age 26 of an OEC member (parent/guardian OEC member must be present); • Be enrolled OR planning to enroll at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or technical school; • Redeem the scholarship no later than Dec. 31, 2023; • Enter to win at the Luck-of-the-Draw scholarship registration table in the Innovation Expo between 4:30 and 7 p.m.; and, • Be present at the end of the Annual Meeting to claim award.

"Members of any age or the child of a member up to age 26 pursuing post-secondary education — whether it be a university or a tech school — is eligible to apply for this scholarship. You must attend the Annual Meeting to qualify for the scholarship."

To redeem, the lucky winner must present a current bursar bill with proof of enrollment to OEC, Attn: Tory Tedder-Loffland, P.O. Box 1208, Norman, OK, 73070. The scholarship award will then be paid directly to the school. Scholarships must be redeemed by or during the 2023 fall semester. The Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Night will take place at the University of Oklahoma's Lloyd Noble Center on Aug. 5 and will feature local musician Jim Garling and Oklahoma's own The Imaginaries. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and you won't want to miss out on the barbecue dinner! Register by 7 p.m. for your chance to win a door prize and the $1,000 grand prize — in addition to the scholarships! Reserve your tickets and learn more at www.okcoop.org/AnnualMeeting.

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AN EVENT

EXCLUSIVELY FOR OEC ELECTRIC MEMBERS

Barbecue, prizes and more await OEC electric members at this year's Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation Night We invite all OEC electric members to join us Aug. 5 at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman for OEC's Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Night, where you will enjoy a barbecue meal, entertainment, dozens of opportunities to win prizes, and more! All members in attendance who register will receive a $20 credit on their primary electric accounts, along with a new OEC cap and pen — plus some OEC Fiber goodies, too! And it wouldn't be an Annual Meeting without the largest prize giveaway you've ever seen. Once again, we're set to give away scores of door prizes, including additional electric credits, and a $1,000 grand prize. Kids will have their own chances to win prizes, as will

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those who visit the Innovation Expo on the upper concourse. Members and their dependents pursuing post-secondary education can apply for one of three $1,000 Luck-of-theDraw scholarships! Members of all ages will want to make plans to attend this year's event. Be sure to tell us you will be attending by visiting www.okcoop.org/AnnualMeeting to reserve your tickets (or scan the code below with your smartphone). Members without internet access may also call 405-217-6990. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and registration will close promptly at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 5 at the Lloyd Noble Center on the University of Oklahoma's campus in Norman.

Due to Lloyd Noble Center policy, only clear bags will be allowed into the building — no purses, backpacks, etc. The only exception is bags necessary for medical equipment. Read more on page 8.

Use your smartphone’s camera to scan this code and reserve your tickets!

IN /ANNUALMEET G R .O P O O C K .O T WWW KETS ONLINE A IC T R U O Y E V R E R ES

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5

LLOYD NOBLE CENTER, NORMAN www.okcoop.org

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Oklahoma's own The Imaginaries named Annual Meeting headliner This year, we will welcome husband-and-wife duo The Imaginaries to the Annual Meeting stage. Singer-songwriters Maggie McClure and Shane Henry, hailing from Norman and Verden, respectively, say faith impacts their lives and therefore their songwriting. "The themes of [our music] are complete with biblical references from ‘not storing up treasures on earth’ to the warnings of ‘the love of money’ with an adventurous undertone of spreading the good news," said McClure. Following countless setbacks before the 2020 pandemic and, of course, the pandemic itself, The Imaginaries are excited to share songs from their debut album for Annual Meeting attendees. Formed on the open plains of their home state of Oklahoma, their love of performing, writing music and their faith all make up the glue that keeps them grounded and focused on the dream of turning what they’ve imagined for themselves into the reality of The Imaginaries. Joining The Imaginaries in the opening spot will be Jim Garling, a local country and western artist from Guthrie. Jim loves reaching into the past not to imitate Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, the Sons of the Pioneers or Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys, but to combine their sounds for just the right mix of old-style, acoustic western cowboy music and western swing. Remember to reserve your tickets to this year's Annual Meeting on Aug. 5 at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman by visiting www.okcoop.org/AnnualMeeting.

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KIDS' ZONE Annual Meeting Kids' Zone features prizes, games and more! Do you ever wonder what OEC is doing to invest in the next generation? You can learn by visiting the Kids' Zone at OEC's Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Night Aug. 5 at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman. In addition to learning about all the fun ways OEC is teaching a new generation about the cooperative difference, kids who register in the Kids' Zone can win prizes, play games, dress up as a lineman for the photo booth and more! Kids will also enjoy balloon animals made by Sponji and Bobbin the clowns, facepainting by local cheerleaders and more. Those who visit the Kids' Zone will be treated to demonstrations by local high school robotics teams, and those pursuing postsecondary education can apply for one of three $1,000 Luck-of-the-Draw scholarships! You can also learn about the array of programs we offer to youth of all ages — Get Charged!, Energy Camp, Youth Tour and more. [922111004] Let us know you will be there by reserving your Annual Meeting tickets at www. okcoop.org/AnnualMeeting. Registration will be open 4:30-7 p.m. on the south side of the Lloyd Noble Center. The Kids' Zone is located in the Midfirst Bank Courtside Club, located on the south side of the upper concourse. An elevator is available on the ramp as you're entering the Lloyd Noble Center.

Be sure to visit the

Kids' Zone www.okcoop.org

CLEAR BAGS ONLY Clear bag policy, additional safety measures in effect for Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation Night O K L A H O M A A T H L E T I C S Members planning to attend C A R R Y - I N P O L I C Y F O R AT H L E T I C E V E N T S OEC's Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Night should be aware of the University of Oklahoma's clear bag policy, which will be in effect for APPROVED BAGS (ONE BAG PER PERSON) ITEMS PERMITTED the event Aug. 5. "The safety of everyone...is paramount to us and that's the reason we're implementing these policies," said OU Vice President and Director of Athletics Joe Castiglione. "These measures have become standard at ONE (1) GALLON CLEAR 6.5” X 4.5” 6.5” XITEMS 4.5”RELATED TO A 6” X 12” 12”12” X 6” X X 12” BINOCULARS, CLEAR TOTE TOTE CAMERAS & TABLETS SMALL CLUTCHSMALL PURSE CLUTCH MEDICAL CONDITION PLASTIC STORAGE BAG PURSE CLEAR many sports venues and we have experienced them multiple times as our teams have traveled around the PROHIBITED BAGS ITEMS PROHIBITED country." The graphic to the right shows approved and prohibited items. OEC will provide one clear bag per membership at registration, along with giveaways. NO PURSES, BACKPACKS, NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES NO FLAGS, SIGNS NO CONTAINERS NO STROLLERS PURSE BACKPACK NON-CLEAR OR BABY CARRIERS CLEARORBACKPACK DRAWSTRING BAGS, FANNY PACKS, BANNERS DIAPER BAGS & BINOCULAR CASES In addition, all attendees must MERCHANDISE BAG walk through metal detectors prior to entering the venue. "We do not anticipate this will slow down registration time at all," said Autumn McMahon, VP of NO VIDEO CAMERAS OR NO CHAIRBACKS WITH NO NOISEMAKERS NO WEAPONS NO UMBRELLAS NO INFLATABLES WITH LENSES FRAMES & ARMRESTS Member Engagement. "We are happy CAMERAS GREATER THAN 6” OR SEAT CUSHIONS TINTED PLASTIC SOLID OR CLEAR PRINTED PATTERN DIAPER BAG to accommodate the University's ALL CARRIED ITEMS AND ENTRANTS ARE DRAWSTRING SUBJECT TO SEARCH. PROHIBITED BE RETURNED TO THE OWNER’S CAR OR DISCARDED. ANY UNLAWFUL TOTE BAG ITEMS MUST PLASTIC BAG ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO CONFISCATION, AND THE PERSON IN POSSESSION OF SUCH ITEMS IS SUBJECT TO ARREST. ITEMS LEFT AT THE GATE WILL BE DISCARDED. safety policies, especially when it ensures the safety of our employees and members in attendance." Registration will take place on the south side of the Lloyd Noble Center Aug. 5 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Please do not plan to arrive earlier than CAMERA BAG BINOCULAR CASE MESH BAG FANNY PACK 4:30 p.m., as we do not provide adequate cooling measures outside All carried items and entrants are subject to search. Prohibited items must be returned to the the venue. owner’s car or discarded. Any unlawful items are subject to confiscation, and the person in

CLEAR BAG POLICY OKLAHOMA MEMORIAL STADIUM

(ANYTHING LARGER IS PROHIBITED)

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possession of such items is subject to arrest. Items left at gate will be discarded.

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YOU CAN TRACK YOUR ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN YOUR MYOEC MOBILE APP Use your MyOEC mobile app to track your daily and hourly energy consumption. You can also set up text alerts when your usage exceeds your threshold, helping to avoid a high bill.

HOW TO TRACK YOUR USAGE

Download app (scan code on the right) >> create account or log in >> tap "Usage" at the bottom of the screen >> Select the time period for which you would like to view usage

Scan with your smartphone to download the MyOEC mobile app www.okcoop.org

ROBOTICS SPONSORSHIPS

OEC proudly sponsors robotics teams from Blanchard, Mustang, Lexington, Chickasha, Bridge Creek, Noble, Amber-Pocasset, Cleveland County 4H, Norman, Alex, Moore and Washington! Visit www.okcoop.org/sponsor to request funding for your robotics team.

INNOVATORS welcome

Use your smartphone’s camera to scan this code and reserve your tickets or visit www.okcoop.org/ AnnualMeeting!

Learn about electric vehicle charging, generators, more at the Innovation Expo OEC strives to stay abreast of the latest technologies and trends in the electric industry. We pride ourselves on leading the co-op world in adopting these technologies as they become economical for our member-consumers. As such, we invite the many vendors we work with to give you an up-close, hands-on experience. Attendees of the Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Night on Aug. 5 may visit the Innovation Expo to learn more about Francis Energy's EV charging network and to speak with experts in the field. We will have our own EV on display outside of registration so members can get a closer look at the power behind an all-electric car. Learn more about generators from our partners at Advanced Electrical Technologies or visit Western Farmers Electric Cooperative's (OEC's wholesale power supplier) booth, where you can register to win an electric weed eater. Stop by their booth Aug. 5 to learn more. Concerned about high electricity bills? Stop by our Home Energy Consultation Program booth to apply for your free home energy audit, performed by a certified expert in home energy performance. Our friendly member service associates will be on hand to help you navigate the MyOEC mobile app and show you how to set up text alerts! The Innovation Expo will be located on the south end of the upper concourse at the Lloyd Noble Center on Aug. 5 and will be open from 4:30-7 p.m.

OEC FIBER MYOEC APP TUTORIALS

n o i t a nov InEXPO South end of the upper concourse at

ENERGY EFFICIENCY & FREE AUDITS LUCK-OF-THE-DRAW SCHOLARSHIPS ROBOTICS SHOWCASE

Aug. 5, 4:30-7 p.m. | Lloyd Noble Center, Norman www.okcoop.org

CARING for our

COMMUNITY The foundation of OEC and OEC Fiber The Annual Meeting is the perfect time to reflect on the past while building toward the future. As we near the completion of the initial build of our fiber network, a look into our history and where we come from gives us guidance on what path to take next. OEC Fiber would not exist without OEC itself. The need for reliable and affordable electricity was apparent in 1937. Still, none of the existing electric companies were willing to service rural Oklahoma. That is why a group of intrepid farmers banded together with their neighbors to form Oklahoma Inter-County Electric Cooperative. They went door-to-door to rally the community behind the idea that they could do more together. OEC has done more for our members than simply turning on the lights. We feed back into our communities by investing in our youth. Youth Tour is an annual event that takes high school students on an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. The vision was for cooperatives across the nation to send students from every state to our nation's capital to learn about our country up-close and personal. The first tour took place in 1963 with approximately 400 students from 12 states. Now, more than 1600 students participate each year. [4104410214] Another way we continue to care for our communities is through Operation Round Up®. This program is funded by the generosity of our members. By rounding their bills up to the nearest dollar, OEC has contributed more than $5 million to local service organizations and individuals in need. This program has paid for everything from equipment for volunteer fire departments to dental care for those that would otherwise not have access. By contributing just a few cents every month, our members have helped us change our world for the better. There are many needs in the world today. And while

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OEC cannot solve them all, we did find one we could tackle in forming OEC Fiber. Like electricity in the 1930s, the internet is an essential modern utility. Despite housing our operation in the third-largest city in the state, many of our members had little to no access to internet service. Answering the call, OEC Fiber was formed in 2017 after a survey of our members told us they needed this vital service. This project has reached milestones at a record-breaking pace. As we near the completion of our initial system build with nearly 30,000 subscribers online, it is There are many crucial that we continue to drive forward and find new ways to keep needs in the world pushing the envelope. today. And while Our commitment to improving OEC cannot solve lives has led to the development of the OEC Fiber app. We know them all, we did find that everyone has unique needs one we could tackle when it comes to their internet usage. The app allows subscribers in forming OEC to customize their service to Fiber. meet their individual needs. With the addition of ProtectIQ and ExperienceIQ, our subscribers can rest easy knowing their networks are secure and their families only see the content they want. Every step of the OEC and OEC Fiber journey is driven by a desire to serve our communities and improve lives. Now, as we celebrate being able to come back together again after so long, we can enjoy what makes us different. The people. Each of us shares the dream of a world built to be better, and with the help of our members and subscribers, we are paving the way to a brighter future.

WFEC GENERATION REPORT OEC Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors Beckie Turner, President Vickie Gray, Vice President Pat Ragsdale, Sec/Treasurer Alan Davenport, Past President Betty Allen Vivian Gibson Susan Kersey Travis Scott Lisa Todd

Next Application Deadline

Submit Application www.okcoop.org/ORU

OEC Foundation, Inc. Financial Statement Beginning Balance 6/16/22 ........................................ $324,769.73 Deposits & Interest ........................... $23,067.18 Checks issued ...................................... -$450.00 Approved, not paid .......................... -$15,113.81 End balance 7/13/22 ..................... $332,273.10

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC), OEC's wholesale generation and transmission power provider, has an impressive renewable portfolio that includes wind, hydro and solar. OEC's Solar Garden, located at Interstate 35 and Highway 77 in Norman, began producing power in February 2017, and Tuttle's 40-acre Solar Farm began operation in March 2017. As more solar facilities come online, expect to see it added to WFEC's generation report, increasing the already robust mix of renewable energy sources.

Financial Statement by: Amanda Dierking

TASTYTREATS

September 19

HONEY GARLIC SLOW COOKER CHICKEN THIGHS Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs ½ cup soy sauce ½ cup ketchup

1/3 cup honey 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil

Directions Lay chicken thighs into the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker.

Whisk soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, and basil together in a bowl; pour over the chicken. Cook on Low for 6 hours. Recipe from allrecipes.com

43% Renewables Data collected from Western Farmers Electric Cooperative reflects generation during May 2022.

To view real-time generation output and environmental benefits of OEC's Solar Garden, visit www.okcoop.org/solar. Visit www.okcoop.org/solar-gardentours to tour OEC's Solar Garden, located at Interstate 35 and Highway 77 in Norman.

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• 77 Cobalt 18deep V tri hull boat is in amazing condition, 188hp Merc outdrive 302 motor, always been under roof and covered, Noble. 388-5658. • ‘00 Holiday Rambler 33ft motor home, V10, lg slide out, 50kmi, good shape, asking $20K. 6425799 or 527-6472. • Class A motor home, 34ft vectra by Winnebago, only 43,000 miles, shop kept, just serviced, asking $15,000. 204-9528.

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• Private party looking for 66-67 Pontiac tempest 2dr; wanted motorhome low miles and reasonably priced; fixer upper cars from 1964-76, text. 779-6384. • 5 pc wicker furniture set, ec, used indoors, bought new in 1976, $500, pics available, call/text. 650-9489.

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• I need a someone to work in my shop in south OKC, fulltime rebuilding small mechanical items, applicant must be mechanically incline and good work habits and dependable. 990-0027. • Appliances, AC units, Mowers, Computers, Farm Implements, almost any Metal Scrap, Blanchard, Bridge Creek, Newcastle area, free removal. 416-0127 or 306-6974. • Oilfield & Construction equipment; fabrication & machine shop equipment; Diesel engines & transmissions. 308-5742. • Looking to buy toys from 70s to now, Star Wars, GI Joe, transformers, also looking to buy comic collections large or small, Eric. 306-1462. • Peaches wanted, also sand plums, pears, apples, prickly pear cactus fruit, persimmons, grapes, berries for jelly; For Sale: Goodyear 235/45R-18 tires with good tread. 802-4227.

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