Next Person Up
by Michael Hyland, Executive Director
There’s an expression used throughout the sports world labeled - “Next Man Up”. For those that follow any team sport, you’ll notice that whenever an impact player is injured or otherwise unable to play, the coach will say to the press that his or her team possesses a “next man up” philosophy.
It's an easy way to say that the team in question doesn’t rely on just one player – but rather embodies the concept of Team above all by readying and preparing all players to rise to the top when the moment arrives. Look no further than the textbook example of when Tom Brady went down in the early part of the 2008 season, and a no-name quarterback named Matt Cassel led the Pats to an 11-5 season. Remember, Matt Cassel never started a football game in college at Quarterback while attending USC. Cassel did start as a H Back for the Trojan football team and a few games as a pitcher for the baseball team. A very unlikely hero.
The sports world borrowed the concept from the military, as great leaders during wartimes realize the worst of the action is at the front, and replacements must fill in constantly and consistently during the most difficult times on a campaign. Next man up. And in each case, the replacement must be trained, and must understand the role of his or her team, while performing the task as well as the person they replace. That’s a lot to ask someone – be as good and able as the star player or more experienced soldier.
So how does this relate to NEPPA members you wonder? Well, are you training your replacement? Are you mentoring and offering sage advice to the ‘Next Man up’? And while I’m at it – let's change this to Next Person Up! The work force of the future can't simply step in unless they are included in decision making, able to learn from your tutelage today what they will need to put into action when you’re out the door. Don’t wait for your season ending injury like Tom Terrific. Do it now. Get your staff involved in the various committees and subcommittees to learn from others. Send them to the Roundtables as NEPPA begins to kick start them again. Bring them to the conference. When the vital position opens, you’ll be glad you did.
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Upcoming Training & Events |
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***Last Day for Early Bird Rates*** |
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Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations is designed to be an introduction to the electrical concepts and mathematic principles needed to understand electricity and electrical equipment.
This course is a foundational level course that is a basis for additional course work in specific disciplines such as substation, overhead lines and metering.
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At NEPPA, we are committed to helping our members make it uncomplicated to obtain and/ or renew your license.
The class will include test prep to prepare you for the test to receive a brand-new license.
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It has been a long time coming!!!
Join NEPPA’s Customer Service Subcommittee for our Customer Service Conference covering hot topics in the Public Power industry.
Come meet our keynote speaker Jon Wortmann and network with Members and share insights into best practices, discuss current programs and help provide tools for the future!
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August 14-17, 2022
Stoweflake Mountain Resort
& Conference Center
Stowe, VT
August 30, 2022
NEPPA Training Center
Littleton, MA
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2022 Apprentice Lineworker Program
Year I: Sept. 13 – 16; Nov. 1 – 4, 2022
Year II: Sept. 27 – 30; Nov. 15 – 18, 2022
Year III: Oct. 4 – 7; Nov. 29 – Dec. 2, 2022
Year IV: Oct. 18 – 21; Dec. 6 – 9, 2022
Apprentice Lineworker Program Graduation: Dec. 9, 2022
Apprentice Lineworker Program Make-Up Weeks
The following “Make-Up Weeks” are scheduled for any student who needs to make-up time in the Program and/or conduct competencies for the Program.
November 7 – 10, 2022 (Years I – IV)
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Sept 7; November 29, 2022
Sept 8, December 6, 2022
NEPPA Training Center
Littleton, MA
Customer Service Virtual Roundtable*
September 19-20, 2022
Doubletree Manchester Downtown
Manchester, NH
September 20, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
September 21, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
October 4-5, 2022
Plymouth, NH
NEPPA Training Center
Littleton, MA
October 18, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
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October 19, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
October 25-27, 2022
NEPPA Training Center
November 1, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
Metering II Program*
November 1-3, 2022
NEPPA Training Center
Littleton, MA
Cost of Service: Implementation and Best Practices - APPA*
November 8-9, 2022
NEPPA Training Center
Littleton, MA
November 22, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
Annual Membership Meeting*
December 1, 2022
TBD Location
December 14, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
December 15, 2022
8:30 am (EST)
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Budget: Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) continue to negotiate a budget reconciliation bill; the House finalizes its FY23 appropriations bills...
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Energy and Climate: President Biden announces executive actions to assist solar and other energy industries with supply chain issues; The Biden administration proposes National EV charging infrastructure standards...
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DOE: The Department of Energy announces new home efficiency standards to phase out non-condensing gas furnaces by 2029...
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Braintree, MA, July 2022 – BELD has been Braintree’s electric provider for 130 years. The world has changed considerably since then, but we still pride ourselves on offering superior service at low rates to all the residents and businesses of Braintree.
While the average residential customer in Massachusetts uses approximately 750 kWh per month, your use may be higher or lower depending on the number and types of appliances that you are using. Here is a quick comparison of BELD rates vs. The Other Guys in the area —just another reason why it’s so great to live in Braintree!
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Updates from the APPA monthly
Policy Makers Council
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Thank you to Bob Holland of Shrewsbury Electric and Cable Operations, who shared some updates from APPA Policy Makers Council
The key messages focus on the following issues – supply chain, climate, comparable incentives, bond modernization, grid security, and energy infrastructure investments in the form of clean energy, distributed energy resources, transmission, and electric vehicles.
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CMEEC Board Aproves long-termPower Purchase with Great River Hydro, LLC. |
Norwich, CT. July 5, 2022 – The Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy Cooperative (“CMEEC”) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a long-term power purchase agreement between CMEEC
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Public Service Department Announces Request for Input on Vermont’s Renewable Electricity Policy and Programs |
Montpelier, VT - July 5, 2022 - The Public Service Department (PSD) today announces the kickoff of a comprehensive review of Vermont’s renewable and clean electricity policies and programs. The Department is issuing a Request for Input (“RFI”) to solicit feedback on the process for this review, as well as gather initial input about what is important to Vermonters regarding the State’s supply of electricity. The policy and supporting programs include, but are not limited to:
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MMWEC Supports Safety Program for Randall Boys & Girls Club Campers |
Ludlow, MA, July 11, 2022- Campers at the Randall Boys & Girls Club have improved their electrical safety knowledge thanks to an educational program taught by safety expert Ray Gouley from the R.F. Gouley Company. The program is sponsored by the Ludlow-based Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC).
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Keeping You Connected...
Member Sponsored Events & Opportunities
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Powertech Associates is celebrating 30 years in business in 2022. I remember starting the business in my garage in June of 1992 as if it was yesterday. We started with one product line from TE/Raychem and a strong desire to provide our customers with the best solutions in the industry.
Initially, we focused on underground distribution systems with major New England utilities. As the months and years progressed, we acquired other product lines that complemented and expanded our offerings.
Our main goal has always been to provide our customers with the latest technology solutions in the Utility industry. We have grown to 10 employees and added UPSC, our distribution arm, to supply the demand for our products and to streamline the buying process.
I always stress to our team that “Customers have choices, “ and in our business timely solutions and product performance is of the upmost importance to our customers.
I would personally like to thank our principles and customers for their trust and support over the last 30 years. We would not exist without you and we look forward to continuing to serve your needs in the future.
With gratitude,
Bill Campbell
President
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Northeast Public Power Association | communications@neppa.org | www.neppa.org |
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