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BY JIM HERRON CEO | [email protected] JIM HERRON THE COOPERATIVE ADVANTAGE MVEA Members “Switch & Save” With SmartHub Go Paperless through SmartHub, receive a monthly 50¢ per meter credit. Switch to Bank Account Auto-Pay, receive a monthly 50¢ per meter credit. Combine both and save $1 per meter, per month!* To learn more and to make the switch, visit www.mvea.coop/payment-options. Cut Cluer, Cut Cluer, Not Trees. Not Trees. Switch & Save Switch & Save Go Paperless or Bank Account Auto-Pay, Go Paperless or Bank Account Auto-Pay, Get Automatically Entered Into a Quarterly Get Automatically Entered Into a Quarterly Drawing for a $300 Account Credit! Drawing for a $300 Account Credit! *Promotion subject to change without notice. Restrictions may apply. Monthly credits are dependent upon continued monthly enrollment. I n recent months we have discussed changes to Colorado’s energy sector that align with a cleaner and greener energy future. is month, I want to highlight a Mountain View Electric Association, Inc., program that allows co-op members to get cleaner and greener closer to home through paperless billing. e “Switch & Save” program was launched in 2016 to promote paperless billing and bank account auto-pay options to members. ese options help the co-op save on the expense of monthly billing processes, while adopting a greener approach to conducting business, but it is the practical benefits to members that drive our efforts. Paperless billing through SmartHub is an easy way for MVEA members to cut clutter, save trees, money, and time. e program has been a success as many MVEA members enjoy the convenience of online billing and account management while also supporting the conservation of resources. Currently, more than 23,300 MVEA accounts are enrolled in the “Switch & Save” program through paperless billing, bank account auto-pay, or both. Nearly 17,000 MVEA accounts, more than 30 percent of account bills, are enrolled in paperless billing, adding up to more than $204,000 in annual co-op savings per year. Significant savings, but with room to grow. If every co-op account was enrolled in paperless billing (over 55,000 account bills per month), the co-op could save more than $660,000 per year, tons of paper, and hundreds of trees. Going paperless through SmartHub lets you manage all aspects of your MVEA account online or with your mobile device, while earning a monthly 50 cent per meter credit. When you receive a bill by email, you can log on to your account, using either your computer or mobile device, and quickly access your account to monitor your electric use and schedule a payment. No stamps, checks, or envelopes required. It’s easier to keep track of your billing and account information online than on paper, and you have access to more account details. Additional “Switch & Save” program benefits include: • When you go paperless through SmartHub, you receive a monthly 50 cent per meter credit. • Members who switch to bank account auto-pay also receive a monthly 50 cent per meter credit. • Combine both “Switch & Save” program offers, and save $1 per meter, per month. • NEW! You will be entered into a quar- terly drawing to win a $300 account credit. Winners will be selected from all active members who participate in the “Switch & Save” program by going paperless, using bank account auto-pay, or both. To get started, visit www.mvea.coop/ payment-options. If you have any questions, call 1-800-388-9881 and an MVEA member services representative will be happy to help you. Important COVID-19 Update Due to the State of Emergency and increasing number of COVID-19 cases in Colorado, MVEA temporarily closed offices to the public on March 18. As your electric supplier we understand that we provide a critical service to you and the communities you call home, and we are preparing to ensure we have the right plans in place to abide by locally imposed policies while continuing to provide electric service to our members. Our priority remains providing MVEA members with safe and reliable electricity throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage members to utilize SmartHub to pay their bill online, or to use our 24/7 pay-by-phone automated system at 1-877- 999-3415. For members directly affected by COVID-19, you may contact our office to schedule payment arrangements. Stay in the know about MVEA’s services during the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic event by following us on Facebook and visiting our website. 7 YOUR CO-OP NEWS COLORADO COUNTRY LIFE APRIL 2020
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BY JIM HERRON CEO | [email protected]
JIM HERRON
THE COOPERATIVE ADVANTAGEMVEA Members “Switch & Save” With SmartHub
Go Paperless through SmartHub, receive a monthly 50¢ per meter credit. Switch to Bank Account Auto-Pay, receive a monthly 50¢ per meter credit. Combine both and save $1 per meter, per month!* To learn more and to make the switch, visit www.mvea.coop/payment-options.
Cut Clutter, Cut Clutter, Not Trees.Not Trees.
Switch & SaveSwitch & SaveGo Paperless or Bank Account Auto-Pay, Go Paperless or Bank Account Auto-Pay,
Get Automatically Entered Into a Quarterly Get Automatically Entered Into a Quarterly Drawing for a $300 Account Credit!Drawing for a $300 Account Credit!
*Promotion subject to change without notice. Restrictions may apply. Monthly credits are dependent upon continued monthly enrollment.
In recent months we have discussed changes to Colorado’s energy sector that align with a cleaner and greener energy future. This
month, I want to highlight a Mountain View Electric Association, Inc., program that allows co-op members to get cleaner and greener closer to home through paperless billing. The “Switch & Save” program was launched in 2016 to promote paperless billing and bank account auto-pay options to members. These options help the co-op save on the expense of monthly billing processes, while adopting a greener approach to conducting business, but it is the practical benefits to members that drive our efforts. Paperless billing through SmartHub is an easy way for MVEA members to cut clutter, save trees, money, and time.
The program has been a success as many MVEA members enjoy the convenience of online billing and account management while also supporting the conservation of resources. Currently, more than 23,300 MVEA accounts are enrolled in the “Switch & Save” program through paperless billing, bank account auto-pay, or both. Nearly 17,000 MVEA accounts, more than 30 percent of account bills, are enrolled in paperless billing, adding up to more than $204,000 in annual co-op savings per year. Significant savings, but with room to grow. If every co-op account was enrolled in paperless billing (over 55,000 account bills per month), the co-op could save more than
$660,000 per year, tons of paper, and hundreds of trees.
Going paperless through SmartHub lets you manage all aspects of your MVEA account online or with your mobile device, while earning a monthly 50 cent per meter credit. When you receive a bill by email, you can log on to your account, using either your computer or mobile device, and quickly access your account to monitor your electric use and schedule a payment. No stamps, checks, or envelopes required. It’s easier to keep track of your billing and account information online than on paper, and you have access to more account details. Additional “Switch & Save” program benefits include:
• When you go paperless through SmartHub, you receive a monthly 50 cent per meter credit.
• Members who switch to bank account auto-pay also receive a monthly 50 cent per meter credit.
• Combine both “Switch & Save” program offers, and save $1 per meter, per month.
• NEW! You will be entered into a quar-terly drawing to win a $300 account credit. Winners will be selected from all active members who participate in the “Switch & Save” program by going paperless, using bank account auto-pay, or both.
To get started, visit www.mvea.coop/payment-options. If you have any questions, call 1-800-388-9881 and an MVEA member services representative will be happy to help you.
Important COVID-19 UpdateDue to the State of Emergency and increasing number of COVID-19 cases in Colorado, MVEA temporarily closed offices to the public on March 18. As your electric supplier we understand that we provide a critical service to you and the communities you call home, and we are preparing to ensure we have the right plans in place to abide by locally imposed policies while continuing to provide electric service to our members.
Our priority remains providing MVEA members with safe and reliable electricity throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage members to utilize SmartHub to pay their bill online, or to use our 24/7 pay-by-phone automated system at 1-877-999-3415. For members directly affected by COVID-19, you may contact our office to schedule payment arrangements. Stay in the know about MVEA’s services during the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic event by following us on Facebook and visiting our website.
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2020 Annual Meeting of Members
Thursday, June 4, 2020Falcon High School
10255 Lambert Rd • Falcon, CO 80831
For more information, visit www.mvea.coop/annual-meeting.
Save the Date!
A Member-Owned Cooperative
4:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Registration & Dinner Co-op Business MeetingBoard of Directors ElectionDoor Prizes!
As a Mountain View Electric Association, Inc. member, you have a perspective that is valuable—and we invite you to share it with the co-op. At the Annual Meeting of Members, the MVEA Board of Directors and Executive Team are available to meet members and answer questions. It is an opportunity for co-op leaders to share the co-op’s successes and challenges with the membership, as well as the financial health and forecast of priorities for the coming years. Topics may include Colorado’s evolving energy landscape, Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association’s Responsible Energy Plan, the impact of regulations on rates and infrastructure, the adoption of advanced technology to increase member satisfaction, or the building of new substations to help serve our growing electric cooperative.
The MVEA Annual Meeting of Members is not only designed to take care of the important business of the co-op, but the equally important business of building a real sense of co-op community. It is an event where neighbors can meet new neighbors—or catch up with old acquaintances. If you have not attended the MVEA Annual Meeting of Members in the past, or if it has been a few years, we urge you to join us—we want to hear from you to better inform our decisions as we plan for the future! Plus, active involvement is a terrific way to learn more about your electric cooperative.
Please save the date and plan on joining us at Falcon High School in Falcon on Thursday, June 4. To find out more, visit www.mvea. coop/annual-meeting.
MVEA Is a Growing Electric Co-op In a Changing Energy Landscape
THE COOPERATIVE Advantage Local | Trusted | Serving You
Dinner • Giveaways • Co-op Business Meeting • Door Prizes
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2020 Outdoor Power Equipment Giveaway Entry Form
Enter online, return entry form with your monthly payment, or mail entry form to MVEA, Attn: Green Giveaway,
11140 E. Woodmen Road, Falcon, CO 80831.
Visit www.mvea.coop/greengiveaway to enter online and for a complete list of giveaway rules. The giveaway is open to all MVEA residential members in good standing who agree to contest rules and requirements. Current or former MVEA employees, affiliates, related entities, and the immediate family members and household members of all such employees are not eligible to win.
Preference (circle) Mower+Trimmer Snow Blower Either
Enter for a chance to be one of four 2020 Outdoor Power Equipment Giveaway winners.
Enter by May 28 for Mower+Trimmer Package!Enter by May 28 for Mower+Trimmer Package!Winners announced during MVEA Annual Meeting at Falcon High School on June 4.
Clean. Green. Clean. Green.
Low Noise • Zero Gas • Zero Emissions • Low Maintenance
Power.Power.
Two electric Mower+Trimmer Package winners will be selected in June. Two electric Snow Blower
winners will be selected in November.
GO ELECTRIC!GO ELECTRIC!Outdoor Power Equipment GiveawayOutdoor Power Equipment Giveaway
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•April 13, 2020•
A Member-Owned Cooperative
Thank YouIT TAKES A TEAM TO
POWER A COMMUNITY#thankalineworker
NRECA LINEWORKER APPRECIATION DAY
Do you have an eye for fiery sunsets, sweeping vistas, heritage barns, and a knack for catching nature in action? As an MVEA co-op member, you are invited to send in your photos, taken within our 5,000 square mile service territory, that capture the seasons, people, lifestyle or landscape of co-op country. The winning photographs will be included in MVEA’s 2021 calendar. The deadline for entry is July 6, 2020.
Photo Calendar Submission GuidelinesOnly MVEA members, directors, employees and their family members are eligible to participate in the photo calendar contest. High resolution digital entries preferred. Minimum resolution is 300 dpi. Limit two photos per person. Photos must have horizontal/landscape orientation for best chance of being selected for the calendar. Photos must be taken within our service territory. Photos will not be accepted without a completed entry form.
For complete Photo Calendar Contest submission information and entry form please visit www.mvea.coop/photo-calendar-contest.
Send entries by email to [email protected]. Questions? Call (719) 494-2657.
20 21PHOTO CALENDAR CONTESTMOUNTAIN VIEW ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, INC.
Photos Wanted!Photos Wanted!
Telephone NumbersToll-Free: (800) 388-9881
(719) 495-2283 • (719) 775-2861
Credit Card Pay-By-Phone(877) 999-3415
Falcon Office11140 E. Woodmen Road
Falcon, CO 80831
Limon Office1655 5th Street • P.O. Box 1600
Limon, CO 80828
Monument Office 15706 Jackson Creek Parkway, Suite 100
Monument, CO 80132
Office Hours Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
A Member-Owned Cooperative
Local. Trusted. Serving You.
BOARD OF DIRECTORSJoseph D. Martin, District 1
President
Barry R. Springer, District 6 Vice President
Milton L. Mathis, District 4 Secretary-Treasurer
Donna J. Andersen-Van Ness, District 7 Assistant Secretary
Rick L. Gordon, District 2, Director
Errol Hertneky, District 3, Director
Kevin L. Paddock, District 5, Director
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This Association is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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BOARD NOMINATIONSBOARD NOMINATIONS
Now OpenNow Open 2020
The “Procedure for Director Elections and Member Voting” is available on MVEA’s website at www.mvea.coop/annual-meeting.
To view a territory map with districts, visit www.mvea.coop/territory-map.
Are you interested in being an MVEA Board of Directors candidate? A candidate must be an MVEA member and reside in the district where there is a vacancy. Visit MVEA’s Annual Meeting web page at www.mvea.coop/annual-meeting for additional candidate requirements. Click on “By-laws” and go to Article III, Section 2. A member interested in nomination should contact the MVEA Board Nomination Information Line at (719) 494-2528 and leave a message. You will be contacted to verify your membership, district, and to begin the nomination process. A member may seek election by nomination by the nominating committee or nomination by petition.
• To be nominated by the nominating committee, please contact the MVEA Board Nomination Information Line at (719) 494-2528. If seeking election by nomination through the nominating committee, a candidate questionnaire must be received by MVEA to be submitted to the committee by 5:30 p.m., Thursday, March 26, 2020.
• To be nominated by petition, you must have the petition signed by 15 MVEA members. Petitions and procedures will be made available by contacting the MVEA Board Nomination Information Line at (719) 494-2528. The petition, along with a completed candidate questionnaire, must be returned to an MVEA office by 5:30 p.m., Monday, April 20, 2020.
A candidate questionnaire must be completed for either nomination by the committee or nomination by petition. If you have questions, please contact the MVEA Board Nomination Information Line.
MVEA Board Nomination Information Line
Tel: (719) 494-2528 Email: [email protected]
During the Annual Meeting on June 4, 2020, at Falcon High School in Falcon, two directors will be elected to the Mountain View Electric Association, Inc. Board of Directors from the following districts:
• District 2: Simla, Matheson and a portion of the surrounding areas (incumbent Rick L. Gordon)
• District 7: Monument, Woodmoor and a portion of the surrounding areas (incumbent Donna J. Andersen-Van Ness)
Nominating CommitteeDistrict 2Steve P. Wilson
District 7Linda K. Fenster
Can You Dig It?Can You Dig It?Call Before You Dig.Call Before You Dig.
www.colorado811.org
Whether your project is small or big, call 811 before you dig. Every 6 minutes an underground utility line is damaged due to unapproved digging. It is dangerous. It is expensive. It is against the law. As a property owner or contractor, it is Colorado State Law to contact the Utility Notification Call Center prior to digging. Any type of digging requires a call. Building a deck? Planting a tree? Installing a fence or mailbox? 811 is the number to call before you begin any project.
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