Board of Directors nomination petitions are now available for districts 3, 6, and 9 at the LMRE office just north of Spencer on State Route 301. Petition packets can be picked up Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Current District 3 Director Ken Diedrick will not be running for re-election in 2025. Members residing in this district who are interested in running are encouraged to reach out to the cooperative at 440-647-2133 with any questions about director tasks or expectations. 

All petitions are due back to the LMRE office by 4:30 p.m. on March 10. 

LMRE has opened the doors to our new office, located just north of Spencer on State Route 301. Our lobby is open for payments, questions, or assistance Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and our member service representatives are ready to help you. We are ready and excited to continue working hard to keep the lights on for you, our members.

LMRE People Fund grants over $4,000 at the January meeting

The LMRE People Fund awarded a local organization $4,220 at its January meeting and welcomed two new board members, Becky McDonnell and Rita Canfield, representing districts 2 and 5, respectively.

• Grafton Township Fire & EMS Foundation - $4,220 - Purchase two sets of battery-operated tools and accessories

Those interested in applying for a grant through the LMRE People Fund can visit www.lmre.org/people-fund or call our office at 440-647-2133 for more information.

Educating communities on electric safety

At LMRE, safety is more than a priority—it’s a culture. Recently, the co-op hosted a live line demonstration to strengthen community members' understanding of electrical safety.

Led by Safety and Compliance Coordinator Mike Stahl and Lineman Nick Keys, the demonstration aimed to inform attendees about best practices when faced with everyday electrical hazards. The hands-on presentation offered participants a unique opportunity to observe potential “what if” scenarios in a controlled environment, enhancing their understanding of safe practices around power lines.

“As we approach our daily tasks, we are constantly thinking about keeping the general public safe,” Stahl said. “These demonstrations help educate the public about the hazards of electricity and what the cooperative does on a day-to-day basis to ensure safety.”

A look inside this month's Ohio Cooperative Living

The February issue of Ohio Cooperative Living is now available online! LMRE-specific information begins on page 17, and highlights include:

• Key Co-op Topics with Ed: Leading with purpose
• Responsibly combating higher costs for reliable service
• America's Electric Cooperative PAC - Advocating for co-op members
• December board meeting highlights

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