Why We Keep It Cooperative
When you open your refrigerator, look at the milk. Odds are good—85%—that it came from a farmer-owned dairy cooperative. 1 out of 3 Americans has an account at a cooperatively owned credit union. If you shop at Ace Hardware, that’s a co-op.
There are plenty of co-ops out there, at least 30,000 in America and 3 million across the world. Some co-ops are owned by workers or farmers. Others are owned by businesses that pool resources. You—and everyone else we serve—own United Electric Cooperative.
Co-ops make life better for everyone, from local businesses to the people who get power from us. As we celebrate National Co-op Month, let’s talk about how keeping life cooperative strengthens our community.
Working Together Works
Co-ops are special. We’re not just a company, and you’re not just a customer. We’re in this together. Our nearly 5,100 members—that’s you—elect our leaders and help guide our future. It’s a big community project where everyone has a say.
Your Ideas Make Us Better
Life never stands still. Your ideas help us innovate to meet changing local needs. Whether you send us an email or talk to us at a local event, we’re all ears. Your thoughts help us grow and serve you better.
We’re Here to Serve You
Remember, you’re not a number to us. You’re a member-owner. That means we work for you, not some far-off shareholders. We’re focused on what’s best for our community because we live here, too.
Locally Grown for Community Growth
We provide power, but our co-op is about more than that. We connect people and businesses to possibilities.
As a member of United Electric, you support local jobs, scholarships, and more. We put our money where our heart is—right here at home. We do more than provide a service; we help our neighborhoods thrive.
When we work together and keep it cooperative, we all win.
Cooperation works. It keeps us connected, innovative, and focused on what matters— you and our community. Thanks for being part of our United Electric family. Together, let’s keep life cooperative and make life better for our community.
Sincerely,
Michael Darrington
General Manager