Behind the Switch
A Newsletter Edition
April 11, 2024
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2024 CVEA Annual Meeting of Members | |
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Copper Valley Electric Association, Inc., invites you to the 2024 Annual Meeting of Members. The CVEA Annual Meeting is your chance, as a member-owner, to find out what is going on at your electric cooperative.
The purpose of the meeting will be to hear reports, learn about CVEA projects and issues, ask questions about your cooperative, accept director election results, see who is awarded Community Foundation scholarships, and transact any other business that may come before the Membership.
In addition to learning valuable information, every member signed in by 6 p.m. will be eligible to win a ton of cool prizes, including a $1,000 cash grand prize, and will receive a $10 credit on their power bill! Don't be late.
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Gather valuable information and free goodies when you visit the informational and demonstration booths at check-in. While quantities last. | |
Exercise Your Right to VOTE - Ballots are Due IN MAILBOX by 5 p.m., April 23, 2024
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Director election ballots will hit member mailboxes at the end of March. Please VOTE and let your voice be heard!
- WHY? The Cooperative needs a 10 percent return to constitute a valid election
- Remember! To be valid, the appropriate signature must be on the back of the ballot return envelope, and it must be received in the proper mailbox, not mailed, by 5 p.m., Tuesday, April 23
- BONUS! All valid ballots returned by the deadline will be entered to win a $50 CVEA energy credit
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Meet the Candidates Q&A
To learn more about the 2024 director candidates, each were asked to answer three important questions.
To view, click the 'read more' button below.
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Look Who's Working Hard For You - 2024 Employee Service Recognition | |
Budget Billing Enrollment Is Now Open | | |
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CVEA's Budget Billing program is a free service that helps residential and small commercial members manage cash flow by providing a predictable monthly energy bill.
The program is designed to minimize large fluctuations in energy bills from season to season (it is not a cost-savings or discount program). The monthly bill is based on an average of the member's previous 12 months' usage, but it may be adjusted for changes in rates or a change in usage.
Enrollment in the program is annually in April and May.
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Copper Valley Electric Goes to School | |
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An annual highlight for CVEA staff is visiting local middle school and home school groups to discuss electrical generation and safety with students.
Following an engaging classroom presentation with generator, hydroelectricity, and safety demonstrations, students are invited to tour one of CVEA's five power plants for an up-close view of what goes on behind the switch.
Over 100 local students take part in this educational program each year. CVEA enjoys these classroom visits and hosting tours that show off the Cooperative's incredible assets to the next generation of members.
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At the regular meeting of the Board of Directors on March 21, KPMG, LLP presented the 2023 Audit Report. The 2023 Audit was completed successfully, with zero noted exceptions.
Congratulations to the Finance department for their hard work on the audit and special thanks to all employees for their diligence throughout the year.
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Want to win a
$50 CVEA Energy Credit?
Answer our April
digital newsletter poll
by 6 p.m., April 15.
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| Which do you like most about Spring in Alaska? | | | Congratulations to Mike Clupper, the winner of CVEA's March e-Newsletter poll. | |  |
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CVEA Employee Spotlight
Lori Geib
| Meet Lori, who has been a part of the CVEA Team for 3.5 years. Lori started in 2020 as the Customer Service Representative and has recently been promoted to Staking Tech. She will be working with members on new construction. In Lori's free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and three labs having adventures. She enjoys fishing, hunting, and trapping, as well as hiking and photography. Thanks for all you do, Lori. | | |
CVEA Line Crews Remain on the Line For You | |
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Watch the video below of Copper Basin Lineman Apprentice, Nathanael Severs, and Valdez Lineman Apprentice, Justin Moncrief, as they make repairs on the transmission line.
Photos and video footage by Sean Herring, Valdez NECA Temp
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Energy Efficiency and Safety Tips | |
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Spring Clean Your Way To Greater Efficiency
Washing windows and screens is a great way to practice energy efficiency during spring cleaning. Clean windows and screens make your home brighter by allowing more sunlight in, reducing the need for lamps and fixtures. Clean screens also allow more fresh air in the home when the windows are open to recycle indoor air.
Natural light and clean air are energy savers, and they enhance overall health and productivity.
Source: energystar.gov
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Stay Protected From Power Surges
Aside from unplugging devices when you suspect a power surge, you can take additional precautions to protect electronics in your home.
Point-of-use surge protection devices, like power strips, can protect electronics during most surges. But remember, not all power strips include surge protection, so read the packaging label carefully before you buy, and don't overload the power strip with too many devices.
You can also install specialized electrical outlets that offer additional surge protection. Talk to a trusted electrician to learn more.
Read more below or visit the Electrical Safety Foundation for more information on surge protection.
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We Want Your Feedback And Ideas! | |
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Have Feedback on the e-Newsletter or Ideas For Articles?
CVEA's goal is to meet your communication needs. If you have feedback or topics you would like to see included in a future issue of Behind the Switch - A Newsletter Edition, send us an email by clicking the button below. We will review thoughts and ideas and do our best to make adjustments and include member suggestions throughout the year.
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Member Comments and Questions | |
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Copper Valley Electric wants to know what members have to say, and our team is on hand to answer questions you may have.
If you have comments or questions on any CVEA topic, email Customer Service by clicking the link below.
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CVEA has excellent opportunities for qualified applicants. View current job opportunities posted on the CVEA website. | |
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Copper Valley Electric Association | info@cvea.org | 907-822-3211 | www.cvea.org
Mile 187 Glenn Highway, PO Box 45, Glennallen, AK 99588
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