The 2012/2013 Work Plan
Do you ever wonder what the cooperative does with the money you send in when you pay your bill? Learn about the projects SLVREC has planned over the next two years to ensure quality service for all members.

Scholarship deadline approaching
Are you a high school senior who is planning on continuing your education? Don't miss the chance to win one of 12 scholarships, incuding a brand new scholarship set up by SLVREC's directors. The new SLVREC Past Retired GM Ray Villyard & CEO John Villyard Scholarship recognizes the achievements of these two SLVREC managers. Hurry! The application deadline is February 2, 2012.

Want to be a director?
Thinking about running for a director position at SLVREC in 2012? It's not too early!

Kill A Watts on loan
High bills? Wodering why? Check out a Kill A Watt from one of the Valley's libraries to find out how much energy your electronic devices and appliances are using.

Meter tampering can kill
If you suspect problems with your electric meter, call SLVREC right away. Our technicians have the skills, equipment and knowledge to check electric meters to ensure safe and accurate operation. Don't ever try to open a meter yourself!

Do you like the digital Newsboy?
If you have like what you see, let us know! If you have problems with, or suggestions on how to improve the email and online versions of the Newsboy, please let us know. It would be helpful if you could let us know what browser and equipment you are using.

CEO Column
This month, SLVREC CEO, Loren Howard, discusses Tri-State Generation & Transmission Association's rate restructuring.

Company News
It may only be January, but SLVREC is gearing up for a fantastic Annual Meeting on June 12 in honor of SLVREC's 75th anniversary.

Current Issues
SLVREC's Open House to welcome new CEO Loren Howard and wish retiring CEO John Villyard farewell was well attended. Check out some of the photos!

Recipes
Are those New Year's resolutions to loose weight making your diet taste a little bland? Check out these high flavor and low fat ideas!

This newsletter is brought to you by San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative
an electric cooperative serving the San Luis Valley in south central Colorado since 1937.

San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative
Located at: 3625 US Hwy 160 W, approximately 2 miles west of Monte Vista
P.O. Box 3625, Monte Vista, CO 81144
719-852-3538            800-332-7634           power@slvrec.com

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