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Welcome to the Drive-Thru
The Drive-Thru Annual Meeting's new look
For members who have attended OEC’s Annual Meeting in the past, this year’s event will look completely different. Due to construction inside the University of Oklahoma’s Lloyd Noble Center (LNC), the event will take place as a drive-thru in the LNC’s parking lot on Friday, September 15. Registration is from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. At 7:15, the business meeting and prize drawing will go live on OEC's YouTube channel at youtube.com/@oklaelec.
HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS YEAR'S EVENT:
Members who attend will receive a $30 bill credit (a $10 increase from 2022).
Members will be given a ballot and asked to vote for approval of past meeting minutes and financials, all of which can be found on pages 6, 8 and 9.
Convenience is key, as OEC staff will register you from the comfort of your vehicle. Simply follow the signs and friendly faces!
As usual, members who attend will receive a bag filled with free OEC and OEC Fiber items.
Those who attend might be one of our lucky prize winners — including two $1,000 grand prizes!
Unfortunately, the logistics of a drive-thru event do not allow for food to be served.
“Because of the LNC’s construction, we have the opportunity to try a different concept we believe our members will enjoy,” said Brianna Wall, OEC manager of marketing and member relations. “Fortunately, many of our co-op peers across the nation have tested this drive-thru meeting format, and we believe we can offer our members the same successful experience.”
To help us plan for this first-time event, please complete the attendance form to tell us what time you plan on attending this year's Drive-Thru Annual Meeting at okcoop.org/annualmeeting.
2023 DRIVE-THRU ANNUAL MEETING TRAFFIC FLOW PLAN
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 from 12:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Members are asked to enter the drive-thru from GT Blankenship boulevard via either South Jenkins Avenue or Chautauqua Avenue. OEC employees will guide members entering the drivethru from South Jenkins Avenue or Chautauqua Avenue to help them navigate, register and vote. This approach ensures a smooth and efficient process for all attendees. Their presence also provides immediate assistance, ensuring every member's questions or concerns are addressed on the spot.
