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The Iowa Area Development Group (IADG), on behalf of Iowa’s rural electric cooperatives, municipal utilities, and independent telecommunication companies, honored eight distinguished Iowa companies with the Iowa Venture Award at a luncheon held in conjunction with the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives’ annual meeting.

Peterson Transportation Inc. of rural Manson is a long-distance hauler focusing on flat-bed delivery of steel and wood. This 20-year-old company has grown to a fleet of 45 semi-trucks and 125 trailers. Peterson Transportation employs over 70 people, including 55 drivers. The company recently invested over $3.5 million to grow the fleet and expand and renovate its headquarters and facilities. Calhoun County Rural Electric Cooperative nominated Peterson Transportation Inc. for the Iowa Venture Award.

“The Iowa Venture Awards Luncheon provides a forum to celebrate Iowa companies that are making a positive impact in the communities, State of Iowa, and industries they serve,” said IADG President Rand Fisher. “Thank you to Peterson Transportation for providing Iowa companies with safe and on-time delivery services at competitive rates.”

The 2019 Iowa Venture Award recipients are: AVEKA Manufacturing Inc. – Cresco, Fredericksburg, Waukon, GrandStay Hotel & Suites – Rock Valley, Iowa Select Farms - “Outstanding Business of the Year” – Locations in 52 Iowa counties, M & C Anderson Pullets – Sioux Rapids, Mid-Iowa Cooperative – Conrad and 13 additional statewide locations, Peterson Transportation Inc. – Manson, Preferred Wholesale, Inc. – Albia and Stensland Family Farms and Creamery – Larchwood.

This marks the 32nd year that IADG has presented Iowa Venture Awards to individuals and organizations, both large and small, in recognition of their significant contributions to Iowa’s economy through entrepreneurial leadership, innovation, and the creation of job opportunities. History has demonstrated that these are among the most accomplished and successful companies in the state. Together they are helping to sustain and grow Iowa’s economy.

Rockwell City, IA 50579 • (712) 297-7112 • (800) 821-4879

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January 2020

Peterson Transportation Inc. Honored with Iowa Venture Award

Pictured left to right: Mike Naig, IA Secretary of Agriculture; Jim Vermeer, Vice President Business Development, Corn Belt Power; Keaton Hildreth, CEO, Calhoun County Electric Cooperative; Kayla Wiederin, Communications Manager, Calhoun County Electric Cooperative; Alex Potzner, Peterson Transportation, Inc.; Aaron Peterson, Peterson Transportation, Inc.; Julie Samuelson, Peterson Transportation, Inc.; Chad Hartzler, Peterson Transportation, Inc.; Brittany Dickey, Development Finance Director, Corn Belt Power; and Rand Fisher, President, IADG.

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$Calhoun County REC offers Basin Scholarships

Dependents of members of Calhoun County REC are eligible to apply for a $1,000 scholarship to be provided by Basin Electric Power Cooperative and Corn Belt Power Cooperative, power suppliers of Calhoun County REC.

The scholarship program is designed to encourage and recognize the achievements of a student living on electric cooperative lines. The scholarship must be used for educational costs and the student must enter college in the fall of the school year for which the scholarship is given. The applicant must be a student who is enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time graduate or undergraduate course of study at an accredited, two year or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school. This scholarship is awarded without regard to other awards, loans or financial assistance the

applicant may have obtained. Award of the scholarship is based on the following criteria: SAT/ACT scores, grade-point average, work experience, participation in school and community activities, a statement by the student explaining his/her educational and career goals and a written recommendation by a third party. Applicants for the scholarship will first be screened by their cooperative. Each member cooperative may forward one finalist to Corn Belt Power Cooperative to be considered for the scholarship. 15C16DA

Deadline is on or before February 14th at the Calhoun County REC office. To obtain an application contact our office at 712-297-7112 or 800-821-4879 or go to www.calhounrec.coop to find the application.

Energy efficiency technologies and information for contractors and building trades professionals are the focus of the 2020 Momentum is Building (MIB) conference, scheduled for Feb. 6 and 7 in Des Moines, Iowa. The conference provides attendees with continuing education credits, networking opportunities, presentations by recognized industry energy efficiency and building trades experts, along with exhibits on state-of-the-art technologies. 02C35IA

Sponsored and organized annually by the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives® of Iowa, MIB offers an opportunity for members of Iowa’s construction industry to learn more about the local service benefits available from locally-owned electric cooperatives, serving nearly 650,000 Iowans in all 99 counties.

MIB 2020 will be held at the Sheraton West Des Moines beginning at 8:00 AM on Thursday, Feb. 6 running through 12:00 PM on Friday, Feb. 7. Registration for the event is available online at momentumisbuilding.com or by contacting Richard Hall, Member Services Representative.

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Spot Your number

* Your location number is listed on your billing statement. *

Dan Nelson spotted his number and will receive a $10 electric bill credit. John Beamer and Aaron Daniel missed their opportunity to receive a $10 electric bill credit.

Don’t forget to read the newsletter and check for your location number. If your location number is spotted, call the Calhoun County REC by the 15th of the month to receive a $10 credit on your electric bill.

Recipe of the Month

CreamY ChiCken CaSSeroleINGREDIENTS:

DIRECTIONS:Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook chicken with garlic powder. Drizzle with olive oil. When done, shred chicken with a fork, and save the juice.Combine the two cream soups, milk, cheese, cooked chicken, broth from chicken and pepper. (If desired, add some sour cream or cream cheese into the mixture for extra flavor and creaminess.) Add cooked macaroni. Stir the mixture and pour into a 9-inch by 13-inch casserole pan. Top casserole with breadcrumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Brown panko topping under broiler on low for 3 to 5 minutes.

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded

1 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon olive oil1 can cream of chicken soup1 can cream of mushroom soup

1 cup milk2 cups of shredded Cheddar cheese1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1-pound cooked elbow macaroni 1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs or

regular bread crumbs

Line crews begin annual line patrol

Line patrol involves line crews driving line in selected townships and taking note of how lines, poles and equipment are holding up. Trouble areas then get marked down as potential candidates for repair during construction season. So if you see electric cooperative vehicles come into your yard, they are likely checking equipment up to the meter and transformer. Likewise, if you see line trucks driving slowly on the road, take care when you pass, your linemen are out ensuring that you have the most reliable service possible by making sure the lines, transformers and equipment on your distribution system are in working order.

Line patrol is another duty performed by your electric co-op to show how they work to serve you winter, spring, summer, fall plus every day and night in between.

Youth Tour was established with one thought in mind-to inspire our next generation of leaders. More than 50,000 young Americans have taken advantage of this opportunity offered by their electric cooperative. High school students who have finished their sophomore or junior year are invited to apply.

Applications will be available in the officeor on our website at www.calhounrec.coop.

For more information contact us at 712-297-7112.

Deadline to apply is March 2, 2020

Your Cooperative is Looking forthe Next Generation of Leaders


Calhoun County REC

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

-- Directors --Jim Miller, President FondaLaVerne Arndt, V. President Sac CityJason McKenney, Secretary SomersRon Hanson, Treasurer PomeroyDuane Beschorner LohrvilleSteve Boedecker Rockwell CityScott Hicks Lake City

Keaton Hildreth, CEO

Office Hours: Monday - Friday8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Telephone: 712-297-7112 or Toll Free: 800-821-4879

Fax: 712-297-7211e-mail:[email protected]

www.calhounrec.coopAfter 4:30 p.m. call 800-821-4879

or 712-297-7112for outages and emergencies only.

State LegislatorsListen to Coop Issues

Directors and employees from Calhoun County REC, Midland Power Cooperative, Prairie Energy Cooperative and Corn Belt Power Cooperative met with legislators in Fort Dodge December 17 at the Best Western Starlite Village. Senator Tim Kraayenbrink, Representative Mike Sexton, Senator Dennis Guth and Representative Anne Meyer attended. 23S10HA

The legislators were informed of various cooperative issues to consider in the upcoming session such as safety/reliability, electric vehicle charging stations, fairness down the lines, energy efficiency and community involvement.

What is in the Facility Charge? Have you ever looked at

your monthly statement and wondered what is included in the facility charge?

These costs are part of the bill you pay to make sure that electricity is available to you whenever you want it.

URD Transformers ROW Maintenance Utility Vehicles

Transformers & OCRs Power LInes & Equipment

The facility charge covers the Cooperative’s

investments in fixed costs – costs incurred to build and maintain the system

that makes electricity available to your home or

businesses 24/7

the Monthly Facility Charge includes these services

Fixed costs include:• transformers• wire• fleet• poles• equipment• headquarters• member service functions• right-of-way clearing• general & administrative

costs

CEO Hildreth along with Directors Hanson and Miller speak with Representative Sexton and Senator Kraayenbrink.

Pay your Calhoun County REC bill online!You can pay by credit/debit card, check or savings.

Also view your bill and amount due online.Go Online to: www.calhounrec.coop

Rockwell City, IA 50579 • (712) 297-7112 • (800) 821-4879


February 2020

Have Plans for College? Calhoun County REC is offering ScholarshipsAny graduating high school senior, whose parents or guardians are members of the Cooperative, is eligible for

the Calhoun County REC scholarship. The cooperative is offering up to three $500 scholarships. Applicants must be a student who is enrolled or planning to enroll, in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited college, university or vocational/technical school in the fall of 2020. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen. TL254

How Do You Apply?Applications are available at your area high school guidance counselor’s office or at

the REC office in Rockwell City. You also can download the application on the Calhoun County REC’s website at www.calhounrec.coop. Return completed application to our office on or before April 3, 2020, by 4:30 p.m. with the following:

● Letter of recommendation from a teacher, advisor or counselor

● Essay answering: What does a cooperative mean to you and what are the advantages of being a cooperative member? (minimum 250 words)

Mail or drop off your application at:Calhoun County REC, 1015 Tonawanda, PO Box 312, Rockwell City, IA 50579.

Youth Tour was established with one thought in mind-to inspire our next generation of leaders. More than 50,000 young Americans have taken advantage of this opportunity offered by their electric cooperative. High school students who have finished their sophomore or junior year are invited to apply.

Applications will be available in the officeor on our website at www.calhounrec.coop.

For more information contact us at 712-297-7112.

Deadline to apply is March 2, 2020

Your Cooperative is Looking forthe Next Generation of Leaders


AUTHORIZATION AGREEMENT FOR DIRECT PAYMENTS

I authorize Calhoun County REC, herinafter called Calhoun County REC, to initiate withdrawals and to initiate, if necessary debit entries and adjustments for any credit entries in error to my account at the financial institution named below for payment of my monthly bills.

I understand that three or more payments in a 12 month period resulting in overdraft of my account may result in termination of the Direct Payment plan. This authorization will remain in effect until Calhoun County REC has received written notification from me of its termination in such time and manner as to afford the Calhoun County REC and my financial institution a reasonable time to act on it.

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION____________________________________________

CITY _____________________________ STATE ______ ZIP __________

BANK ROUTING NO. ________________

ACCOUNT NO. _________________ ( ) Checking ( ) Savings (select one)

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Amount of payment: Current electric bill amount

Purpose: To have Calhoun County REC and my bank take care of monthly payments.

Payment to begin: _______________ and will be taken out the 20th of each month. If the 20th lands on a Saturday or Sunday payment will be taken out the following Monday.

Account Holders Name: _______________________ Account No.: _______________

Signature of account holder: ____________________________ Date: ______________

Employees signature: _________________________ Date: _________________

AutomAtic Bill PAyment AvAilABleAutomAtic Bill PAyment AvAilABleSign up for Automatic Bill Payment During the Month of February

for a Chance to Win a $50 BILL CREDIT! Other bill payment options:

1. Online payments on calhounrec.coop2. Phone payments by calling 712-297-71123. Mail payment to 1015 Tonawanda, PO Box 312, Rockwell City, IA 505794. Stop by our office Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm or use the dropbox

anytime at the front of the officeAUTHORIZATION AGREEMENT FOR DIRECT PAYMENTS

I authorize Calhoun County REC, herinafter called Calhoun County REC, to initiate withdrawals and to initiate, if necessary debit entries and adjustments for any credit entries in error to my account at the financial institution named below for payment of my monthly bills.

I understand that three or more payments in a 12 month period resulting in overdraft of my account may result in termination of the Direct Payment plan. This authorization will remain in effect until Calhoun County REC has received written notification from me of its termination in such time and manner as to afford the Calhoun County REC and my financial institution a reasonable time to act on it.

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION____________________________________________

CITY _____________________________ STATE ______ ZIP __________

BANK ROUTING NO. ________________

ACCOUNT NO. _________________ ( ) Checking ( ) Savings (select one)

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Amount of payment: Current electric bill amount

Purpose: To have Calhoun County REC and my bank take care of monthly payments.

Payment to begin: _______________ and will be taken out the 20th of each month. If the 20th lands on a Saturday or Sunday payment will be taken out the following Monday.

Account Holders Name: _______________________ Account No.: _______________

Signature of account holder: ____________________________ Date: ______________

Employees signature: _________________________ Date: _________________


Spot Your number


Wade Gemberling spotted his number and will receive a $10 electric bill credit. Grant Meyer and Kent Struzenberg missed their opportunity to receive a $10 electric bill credit.


ReciPe of the month taCo Soup

INGREDIENTS:

DIRECTIONS:1. Heat a large pot over medium/high heat drizzle lightly with oil.2. Add ground beef along with chopped onion, cooking until browned. Add jalapeno and garlic and saute 1

minute longer.3. Drain excess fat from beef mixture. 03C15AA4. Stir in tomatoes with chiles, beef broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, ranch mix

and season with salt and pepper. Cover pot with lid and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.5. Add in corn, black beans and pinto beans and cook until heated. Add 1/2 cup water to thin soup if desired.

Serve warm with toppings such as cheese, chopped green onions, diced avocados and corn chips.

2 tsp olive oil1 1/4 lbs lean ground beef1 medium yellow onion chopped (1 1/2 cups)2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp)1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped (optional)*2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chiles1 (14 oz) can low-sodium beef broth1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce1 Tbsp chili powder**

1 tsp ground cumin3/4 tsp ground paprika1/4 tsp dried oregano1 1/2 Tbsp dry ranch dressing Salt and freshly ground black

pepper1 1/2 cups frozen corn1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed1 (14.5 oz) can can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

Welcome Back Legislative Reception

On January 14, nearly 200 directors, managers and employees from Iowa’s electric cooperatives discussed priorities with more than 80 state legislators at the annual Welcome Back Legislative Reception in Des Moines. Directors Jim Miller and Steve Boedecker were able to visit with State Representative Mike Sexton and Senator Tim Kraayenbrink.

HappyValentine’s Day

February 14th


Calhoun County REC









Help us find…Calhoun County REC is holding unclaimed property resulting from a

patronage dividend due to the persons listed below. The following people had electric service in 2002 and may claim this property by contacting us at 712-297-7112 or 800-821-4879. If deceased, we need the name and address of executor or nearest relative. 03C30CAName Last known address

Allison Family Trust %Ted Stacy Rockwell City, IA

Becke, Tim Durango, CO

Bigelow, Melissa Auburn, IA

Bradwell, Alan Rockwell City, IA

Brannan, Kelly Lake View, IA

Buenting, David Pomeroy, IA

Bullock, Eric or Mardette Madison, WI

Cooper, Terry or Jennifer Winterset, IA

Dewitt, Charles Lohrville, IA

Fees, Deana Rockwell City, IA

Folsom, Matt Red Oak, IA

Fonda Presbyterian Church %Ed Groth Newell, IA

Froisland, Floyd Manson, IA

George, James Fort Dodge, IA

Goodwin, Matt or Cindy Manson, IA

Greif, Randy Martelle, IA

Johnson, Jeff Fort Dodge, IA

Kingery, Jennifer Lake City, IA

Kramer, Jason Lake City, IA

Krumme, Allen or Peg Roseville, MN

Loftis, Jason Rockwell City, IA

Matheny, George Rockwell City, IA

Mcmeekin, Travis Lake City, IA

Meyer, Nick Auburn, IA

Moeller, Kerri Gowrie, IA

Morwitzer, Robert Fonda, IA

Neitzel, Scott Durand, WI

Mike TerwilligerLine Superintendent

By the Numbers:2019 Operations

The numbers are in after another year of construction and maintenance on Calhoun County REC’s 758 miles of line. In 2019 Calhoun County REC built service for:• 4 new homes• 1 grain bin• 5 hog confinements• 3 cell towers• 3 machine sheds

99 System improvements

11.6 Miles of line rebuilt

Rockwell City, IA 50579 • (712) 297-7112 • (800) 821-4879


March 2020

Have Plans for College? Calhoun County REC is offering ScholarshipsAny graduating high school senior, whose parents or guardians are members of the Cooperative, is eligible for

the Calhoun County REC scholarship. The cooperative is offering up to three $500 scholarships. Applicants must be a student who is enrolled or planning to enroll, in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited college, university or vocational/technical school in the fall of 2020. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

How Do You Apply?Applications are available at your area high school guidance counselor’s office or at

the REC office in Rockwell City. You also can download the application on the Calhoun County REC’s website at www.calhounrec.coop. Return completed application to our office on or before April 3, 2020, by 4:30 p.m. with the following: 15C03EA

● Letter of recommendation from a teacher, advisor or counselor

● Essay answering: What does a cooperative mean to you and what are the advantages of being a cooperative member? (minimum 250 words)

Mail or drop off your application at:Calhoun County REC, 1015 Tonawanda, PO Box 312, Rockwell City, IA 50579.

Winter Moratorium Ends April 1st

Please take note that the winter moratorium ends April 1, 2020.

If your account(s) is past due and you have not made payment arrangements by March 31st, you will be sub-ject to disconnection of your electric service.

To avoid disconnection, you must pay your electric bill in full by April 1st or re-quest a reasonable payment agreement for your past due account(s). Call our office at 712-297-7112.

RECare Members helping Members

RECare Consumer Authorization Form• I will contribute $_________per month. I understand this amount will be auto-

matically added to my monthly electric bill.• I will make a one-time contribution of $ _____ to RECare. My check is enclosed.

Name _________________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________

City ___________________________ State ____________Zip ____________

Account Number _________________________________________________ Return to: Calhoun County REC

1015 Tonawanda • PO Box 312 • Rockwell City, Iowa

Calhoun County REC has always extended a helping hand to those needing it. In response to actions by the Iowa General Assembly, your REC has established RECare, a program of members helping members. RECare will provide funds to be distributed by local community action agencies to help pay winter heating bills and to assist in weatherization of homes of low-income consumers. You may make a one-time contribution or a monthly pledge that will be automatically added onto your monthly electric bill. Even a dollar a month pledge will help others.


2020 Energy Efficiency Rebates

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Heat Pump Water Heater Add-on or integrated unit; must be connected to electric water heater

Energy Star Refrigerator, Freezer & Dishwasher

Energy Star Washer & Dryer

Level 2 Charger 50% of the charger price up to $500, 240-volt circuit

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Residen�al Energy Audit Contact Richard Hall, Member Services Representa�ve

$100 max/year

$1,000$500

Free to MembersEnergy Audit

Touchstone Energy Home

$200 max/year

$2/bulbLighting

$6/fixture$10/fixture$30/fixture

$2/string

Insulation $600 max/year

$300 max/year

Weatherization & Duct Insulation

$500/unit (maximum)

Water Heating$250/unit$400/unit$300/unit

Appliances

$25/unit$50/unit

Electric Vehicles

$150/ton $300/ton

$200/ton$125/unit$20/kW

$200/ton

rebate amount based on light output$30/horse power

Heating & Cooling$50/unit

Agricultural/Commercial/Industrial

$100/unit$300/ton$50/unit

$150/ton $50/ton

Please visit our website at www.calhounrec.coop or contactRichard Hall, Member Services Representative for complete rebate information.


Spot Your number


Stephen Kral spotted his number and will receive a $10 electric bill credit. Amanda and Adam Mefferd, and James Rohe missed their opportunity to receive a $10 electric bill credit.


DIRECTIONS:1. Line the tater tots in a greased 9 x 13 inch dish.2. Add olive oil to skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and onion

and cook, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Let it cool slightly then sprinkle over tater tots.

3. In a large bowl, mix the milk, half and half, seasoned salt, cayenne, eggs, bell peppers, half of both cheeses, and salt and pepper. Cover with foil and refrigerate over night.

4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.5. Bake, covered, for about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue

to bake for about 20 to 30 minutes.

Recipe of the Month

tater tot breakfaSt CaSSerole

INGREDIENTS:

One bag of frozen tater tots1 TB of olive oil1 pound of breakfast sausage1 onion, diced1 cup of milk1/2 half and half1/4 teaspoon of seasoned salt

1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper4 large eggs1 red bell pepper, diced1 green bell pepper, diced2 cups of cheddar cheese1 cup of pepper jack cheese Salt and pepper

Questions or Complaints There may come a time when you have a question regarding your billing. You may also have a complaint. If so, we would like to know. Please call or write us:

Calhoun County REC1015 Tonawanda

PO Box 312Rockwell City, IA 50579

“If your complaint is related to service disconnection, safety or engineering standards, or renewable energy and Calhoun County REC does not resolve your complaint, you may request assistance from the Iowa Utilities Board by calling (515) 725-7321, or toll-free 1-877-565-4450, by writing to 1375 E. Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50319-0069, or by email to [email protected].” 06C08LA

Daylight SavingTime Begins

Time to

one hour March 8th

Congratulations to all area wrestlers that advanced to the Iowa High School State Wrestling Championships, including Titan wrestler Blake McAlister. Blake is the son of Amy and Bret McAlister (line foreman).


According to the Iowa Electric Safety Code found in Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 199 -- 25.2(3) b. An electric utility may refuse to provide electric service to any grain bin built near an existing electric line which does not provide the clearances required by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)C2-2017 “National Electrical Safety Code,” Rule 234F. This paragraph “b” shall apply only to grain bins loaded by portable augers, conveyors or elevators and built after September 9, 1992, or to grain bins loaded by permanently installed augers, conveyors, or elevator systems installed after December 24, 1997. (As adopted by the Iowa Utilities Board) 12C03EA

These drawings are provided as part of Iowa electric cooperatives’ annual public information campaign and are based on the 2017 Edition of the National Electrical Safety Code. To view the actual drawings, refer to that publication. Every care has been taken for the correctness of the contents for these drawings. However, the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives and its member cooperatives accept no liability whatsoever for omissions or errors, technical inaccuracies, typographical mistakes or damages of any kind arising from the use of the contents of these drawings, whether textual or graphical.

Calhoun County REC and Corn Belt Power are required by the Iowa Utilities Board to provide this annual notice to farmers, farm lenders, grain bin merchants, and city and county zoning officials. If you have any questions concerning clearance regulations, please call Calhoun County REC at 712-297-7112.

Rockwell City, IA 50579 • (712) 297-7112 • (800) 821-4879


April 2020

Join Us in Thanking Our Linemen!! April 13th is Lineman Appreciation Day!

In our community, Calhoun County REC linemen are responsible for keeping 758 miles of lines across five counties working, in order to bring power to your home and our local community 24/7, regardless of the weather, holidays or personal considerations.

Being a lineman is not a glamourous profession. At its essence, it is inherently dangerous, requiring them to work near high voltage lines in the worst of conditions, at any times of the day or night. During storms, crews often work around the clock to restore power. While April is known for spring showers, there is also a day set aside to “thank a lineman”…Lineman Appreciation Day on April 13th!

So during the month of April, if you see a lineman, please pause to say thank you. Let them know you appreciate the hard work they do to keep the lights on, regardless of the conditions. (l to r) Jared Kuhlers, Bret McAlister, Ben Wiederin, Doug LeMonds,

Chad Krukow, Reid Galloway and Mike Terwilliger

2020 Basin Scholarship RecipientMegan Decker of rural Rockwell City has been chosen to be a recipient

of the Basin Electric Power Cooperative $1,000 member scholarship. Megan is the daughter of Tom and Diane Decker. She will graduate from South Central Calhoun High School in May. She plans to attend Iowa State University in August and study Agriculture and Society and Public Relations. Congratulations, Megan. 10C05DA

Basin Electric Power Cooperative is a wholesale electric generation and transmission cooperative basin in North Dakota. Corn Belt Power, Calhoun County REC’s power provider, is a member of Basin Power Cooperative.

Megan Decker


Automatic Bill Payment Signup WinnerIn our February newsletter, members could sign up for Automatic Bill

Payment to be entered for a chance to win a $50 bill credit! Check out our Facebook page for a live video drawing of the winner. Congratulations to James Hartling. Thank you to everyone who signed up! If you would like to sign up, visit our website to find the form or call the office.

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With Spring arriving,With Spring arriving,stop by our officestop by our officeand check out ourand check out our

selection of electric grills!selection of electric grills!

Employee Recognized for Service

Calhoun County REC recently honored Line Foreman Bret McAlister for 25 years of service. He was recognized with an appreciation gift and certificate for his years of service. Thank you for your dedication to the Calhoun County REC and its members.

Pay your Calhoun County REC bill online!You can pay by credit/debit card, check or savings.

Also view your bill and amount due online.Go Online to: www.calhounrec.coop

At your Touchstone Energy cooperative, we are constantly striving to improve our operational efficiency so we can provide the most reliable electric service possible to you. By making sure we have your most accurate and complete contact information, we can continue to provide the high level of service that you expect and deserve. 11C18HA

Many of you have been members of the co-op for years, and it’s possible that your account information hasn’t been updated for some time. We recognize that many members now use a cell phone as their primary phone service, and we might not have that number in our system. We will never share your information with any third parties. We use it only to send important information to you. Please take a moment to confirm or update your information by contacting our office. By doing so, you will be helping us improve service and efficiency so we can better serve you and all members of the co-op.

StayStayin thein theKnowKnow

Name: ____________________

Phone #: __________________

Email: ____________________


Spot Your number


Kirby Vogel and Jerry Green spotted their numbers and will receive a $10 electric bill credit. Mike Carlson missed his opportunity to receive a $10 electric bill credit.


DIRECTIONS:1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.2. Open the tube of biscuits and separate into biscuits. Cut each biscuit

into 6 pieces. Put into large bowl. 3. Mix together melted butter, Italian seasoning and garlic seasoning/

Pour over biscuit pieces. Add cheese and mix until coated. 4. Pour into baking dish. A bundt pan, 8 inch baking pan, cake pan or 9

inch skillet could be used. 5. Bake for 15-18 minutes. Serve immediately.

Recipe of the Month

italian CheeSepull apart bread

INGREDIENTS:

1 tube of buttermilk biscuits5 TB of butter, melted2 tsp of Italian seasoning1 tsp of garlic seasoning1 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded

It’s a Girl!Lineman Ben

Wiederin and wife Kristina welcomed Josie Alice into the world on February 26, 2020! Josie weighed 7 lbs. 2 oz. and 20 inches long. She is welcomed by big sister, Madison! Congratulations Wiederin family!

Congratulations! Marjorie Alliger was the winner of a $25 credit

on her electric bill for submitting her Ham Stuffed Manicotti in the Living with Energy in Iowa magazine. Be sure to read your issue for the latest information and contests. Marjorie’s recipe for Ham Stuffed Manicotti can be found in the March 2020 issue. 14C04NA


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Electric Heat Rate EndsThe electric heat rate ends with energy used through April 30th and

will reflect on your May bill. The electric heat rate will go from .053/kWh to .095/kWh.

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