Nominating petitions are available March 9

Members are at the core of every decision we make at Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative. As a member-owned organization, we are governed by an elected board of directors who represent the interests of the cooperative and its membership.

Co-op Principle #2: Democratic Member Control

At the heart of our cooperative is the principle of democratic member control. Members elect the board of directors and have the power to influence the cooperative’s long-term plans and direction. When members participate in board elections and governance, we ensure the cooperative remains responsive, innovative, and accountable to the people we serve.

Two Board of Director Positions Up for Election This Year

• Districts 1 & 2 (At Large) Brookings / Harbor: Cheryl McMahan, Incumbent
• District 4 Port Orford

Consider a Role on CCEC’s Board

Serving on CCEC’s board provides an opportunity to shape the cooperative’s future, influence long-term planning and support the co-op’s mission. If you think you are a great fit, consider running for a board position.

Your Role as a Director

• Governance oversight of policies, operations and financial performance.
• Represent and consider the best interests of all members when making decisions.
• Participate in ongoing industry education and training.

Getting Started Is Simple

Ask for a petition request form at info@cooscurryelectric.com or call your local CCEC office. Secure the required signatures of co-op members and submit the completed petition for validation. A candidate packet will then be provided.

• Nominating petitions available: March 9
• Deadline: 5 p.m. Monday, April 13, at CCEC’s Port Orford office.

This deadline is at least 60 days before the annual meeting, as required by CCEC’s bylaws.

Qualifications

To be eligible, candidates must be consumers of electric energy of the cooperative, shall receive electric energy from the cooperative at their place of residence, and at the time of nomination shall have been a member and resided in the district from which they are nominated for a period of not less than one year.

The person needs to not be an officer, employee or financially interested in any competing enterprise or utility engaged in the transmission, distribution, or sale of energy in the state of Oregon, or any enterprise or agency selling electrical energy to the cooperative, nor have any other interests adverse to those of the cooperative; but nothing herein shall be construed to prohibit contracts let to the lowest bidder on the open market, nor shall it prohibit the ordinary course of business or transactions specifically authorized by the board of directors.

The person must not be an employee of the cooperative and shall not have been an employee of the cooperative for the previous three years.

Take the Next Step

If you’ve ever thought about a civic leadership role or if you want to nominate a community member who embodies our cooperative values, this is your moment.

For information regarding director qualifications, responsibilities and timelines, email marie.coleman@cooscurryelectric.com.