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York Electric Cooperative, Inc.

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Teddy Bear Trot 2020: Cancelled

Due to concerns related to the spread of COVID-19 Teddy Bear Trot 2020 has been cancelled. York Electric’s priority is looking out for you, which means keeping you and others safe in our community. YEC has been monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) threats closely and we have decided, in accordance with the recommendations from the Center of Disease Control and Prevention and our local and state health departments, to cancel the 2020 Teddy Bear Trot 5k and Fun Run, previously scheduled for March 28th. All persons who registered online through our RunSignUp page will receive a refund for their registration fees. We appreciate your patience as we work to do our part in protecting the health of our community members.

While we unfortunately must cancel our event, you can still support this worthy cause from the safety of your home! Join the fight against child abuse by supporting the Children’s Attention Home, a local shelter for abused and neglected children and teens. Read on to find out how you can help!

We appreciate your patience as we continue to serve our local communities and look out for your best interest with the ongoing concerns of Coronavirus (COVID-19). For any questions or concerns regarding this cancellation, please email Erin Powell at .

For more information on the efforts we are making to increase awareness and safety measures during this time, visit us online at www.yorkelectric.net or speak to one of our Member Services Representatives by calling 803-684-4248.

To still support the Children’s Attention Home, you can:

YEC partners with York County DSS and the Children’s Attention Home of York County to raise awareness of child abuse and neglect. Proceeds aid foster children at the Children’s Attention Home, which provides a safe, nurturing environment for children removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect.

Shred it!

YEC’s 7th annual Member Appreciation Shred Day set Saturday, October 5, 2019

To kick off our Member Appreciation Month in October, your cooperative is hosting its seventh annual Shred Day from 9 a.m. until noon Saturday, October 5. We’ll shred at our main office, 1385 East Alexander Love Hwy., York, and at the Carolina Shred office, 1682 Katy Lane, Fort Mill. YEC members can use this safe, secure way to dispose of confidential or sensitive documents. Plus, all shredded material is recycled, making Shred Day both safe and environmentally sustainable. Remember, we’re locals looking out for you and your safety!

Member Service Representative DeDe McDaniel helps a member dispose of important documents. All members are invited to take advantage of this free service as a token of our appreciation. Photo: Erin Powell

Do:

  • Bring your sensitive documents for safe disposal
  • Bring your documents in a box and be prepared to take the box back with you
  • Limit the amount of documents you bring – we want to have enough room for everyone’s documents

Don’t:

  • Add anything other than paper to your stack – trash, especially batteries, could start a fire
  • Bring your documents in plastic bags – they will clog up the machine
  • Forget to visit us on Saturday, October 5 from 9 am to 12 pm!

Questions? Call (803) 684-4248

 

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Renewables

 

2019 YEC Annual Meeting Highlights

Our 78th Annual Meeting held on May 11 was a great time of fun, food, and fellowship. For those of you who couldn’t make it, and for those who just want to reminisce on all the fun, here’s a video highlighting a few favorite moments from our 2019 Annual Meeting.

2019 YEC Annual Meeting Video

The YEC family came together May 11, with lots of smiles and high spirits. Here are a few favorite moments from our 2019 Annual Meeting.

Grand Prize Winner

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Dee Totherow beams after winning our top grand prize, a 2012 Chevrolet Colorado extended cab pickup.

Photos by Walter Allread except where indicated.

A scoop of hometown news

Just like a nice scoop of ice cream brings you a cool, sweet flavor of backyard summertime fun, our Annual Meeting brings the same feeling of togetherness each year. Thank you all for a wonderful 78th Annual Meeting where we celebrated the value of your membership and communities. Looking back on the festivities of May 11, one thing stood out above the rest. The most valuable asset is YOU. The tightknit relationships among our members show we are more than a group. We are one. We work together to make a difference as a big co-op family. It is powerful to see our diverse membership and their families come together to enjoy fellowship and fun while learning about the impact they have had over 78 years.

2019 Annual Meeting Grand Prize Winner
Dee Totherow beams after winning our top grand prize, a 2012 Chevrolet Colorado extended cab pickup. Photo credit: Walter Allread

These highlights capture the smiles of our members, making your co-op’s heart full. That’s what we are here to do— look out for you and make a difference in your lives. Speaking of a difference, let’s discuss more about the values you bring to our community. Not only have you banded together to give back, you’ve put a hefty price tag on your generosity through Operation Round Up, contributing nearly $2.8 million dollars since 2000. You also worked together to collect 1,200 pounds of food in the short span of four hours at our Annual Meeting. Together, you helped provide food for the hungry in our community.

Honoring the cooperative advantage of your membership is something we do every day, but actions speak louder than words. That’s why we are proud to say we have not increased rates in nine years and have planned to continue this for at least another two years. We also gave back the largest Capital Credit amount in our history—a whopping $1.5 million dollars.

Know that you are valued and that we will keep striving to increase the value of your membership for years to come. Thank you for attending our Annual Meeting and for helping us make a difference in our communities.

 

Paul Basha, CEO, York Electric Cooperative

Paul Basha

Paul Basha
President and Chief Executive Officer

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The sunnier side of life

Your co-op’s dedication to bringing you a brighter future.

Solar Energy continues to make headlines in the electric industry. At your co-op, we are proud to embrace these emerging technologies and be your trusted source for information. A large portion of our membership has shown interest in solar energy, which is why we have developed special net metering rates, invested in two community solar farms, created step by step instructions on the installation process and an educational program to accommodate anyone who wishes to install solar panels on their home.

YEC Solar Advisory Program
Get your own personalized facts about solar from York Electric before making an investment.

Your co-op is always looking out for you, which is why it is important to us for you to know the facts before you sign on the dotted line. Thinking about solar? Let us walk you through the process to ensure your investment will outweigh your costs. Through our Solar Advisory Program, members who are interested in installing panels on their home or in their yard to offset their electric bill can talk to an expert who will give them an analysis of their installation proposal. Energy Services Representative Brent Clinton works with members each day to find the best solution for them. “It has been very rewarding to help guide our members through a successful interconnection process and educate them about solar energy. Most of all, I have been happy to help members understand the information that is presented by solar companies for their homes. Sometimes this can be misleading, and other times I am able to validate what the company has presented. Either way, there’s no better peace of mind than allowing your co-op to help you make an informed decision about whether or not this renewable plan is right for you,” said Clinton. Learn more about this program.

Your co-op has over 200 interconnected solar systems across our territory and your interest keeps climbing. We have become aware that some members are interested in participating but are unable to make a permanent installation at their residence. That’s why YEC has invested in two community solar farms and is considering offering a third in the future. The first smaller community solar farm was completely subscribed in less than a month. Our second farm, located in our East York Industrial Park, is more than two-thirds subscribed. If you would like to invest in clean, renewable solar energy, please reach out to Brent Clinton at or read about our subscription process here.

YEC’s second Community Solar Farm located in our East York Industrial Park is a hot investment, saving you the overhead and hassle of having panels on your own home. It’s not too late to subscribe, save and go green with community solar. Please go online to yorkelectric.net or call Brent Clinton for questions or to sign up.

We are committed to staying up-to-date with emerging technologies so that we may be your source of power and information. We are proud to be your trusted energy advisor, making your future as a member of YEC brighter than ever.

 

Paul Basha, CEO, York Electric Cooperative

Paul Basha

Paul Basha
President and Chief Executive Officer

 

 

Because you’re worth it

The value of your membership goes beyond saving money on your power bill. Members are the heartbeat of York Electric and our most valuable asset. That’s why we do everything we can to look out for you, improving your quality of life and taking your service to the next level. Let’s look at an overview of what you’re worth to us.

YEC’s 77th birthday wasn’t the only one celebrated during last year’s meeting. Dot Moss won cash for sharing her birthday with her co-op! Photo: Walter Allread

First, I would like to invite you to take advantage of your membership by joining us for our 78th Annual Meeting on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at our main office in York. The Annual Meeting provides a place for each member to have a voice, a vote and a purpose by putting democracy to work to govern your co-op. This year, we have a few Bylaw updates that improve our governance. We’ve included all of them in the York News Extra for your review, along with more details about the meeting:

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As a member of the co-op, you get a piece of the pie. YEC returns any amount of money we make in excess of our operating costs back to our members in the form of capital credits. This year, we are retiring the largest amount of capital credits in our history—$1.5 million dollars.

Last month you learned that you are served by locals, making the value of your membership personal to all of us here at YEC. Our commitment to community runs deep, which is why we are asking for your help to pay it forward at the Annual Meeting. Bring a canned food item with you on May 11th and be entered in a drawing for a $100 power bill credit that will take place on Monday, May 13. The winner will be notified by phone. All donations will go to PATH, a 501c3 organization that helps feed the hungry. To learn more about how you can help, visit pathyork.org.

Rest assured we’ve got your best interest in mind. You can trust us to always try to do the right things for the right reasons because you are worth it. Thank you for being members of YEC and for supporting your co-op. I look forward to seeing all of you and your families at our meeting on Saturday, May 11, to celebrate the value of your membership.

 

Paul Basha, CEO, York Electric Cooperative

Paul Basha

Paul Basha
President and Chief Executive Officer

You are hereby notified that the following amendments to the Bylaws of York Electric Cooperative, Inc., will be proposed and offered for adoption at the annual business meeting of members of the Cooperative to be held on May 11, 2019, at the Cooperative’s headquarters located at 1385 East Alexander Love Highway, York, South Carolina.

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Candidates for trustees for 2019 election

The following members of the cooperative are candidates for trustees to be voted on during the Annual Meeting by acclamation for a three-year term, beginning May 2019.

District 6
William Roy “Will” Mitchell
1044 North Beersheba Road
Clover, SC 29710

District 7
Marion Comer
2895 Sawmill Road
Hickory Grove, SC 29717

District 9
Richard B. Sadler
3873 McConnells Highway
Sharon, SC 29742

 

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Who are the candidates running for the YEC board of directors?

The candidates for the YEC board of directors election will be announced after February 13, 2022, the deadline for petitions.

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What bylaws amendments are on the ballot?

There will not be any bylaw amendments in 2022.

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Will parking be available at the annual meeting?

No parking will be available at the annual meeting because it is completely drive-thru.

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How will I be notified about the annual meeting?

Each member will receive an official announcement in the April South Carolina Living magazine, as well as a registration postcard. Please keep your registration postcard and bring it with you to the annual meeting.

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What is the annual meeting and why should I attend?

The Annual Meeting is a meeting of YEC’s members and a special occasion for members to participate in cooperative business and meet their cooperative leaders and employees. As a democratically controlled, not-for-profit business, our bylaws indicate we host a meeting for members to gather and vote on important matters each year. We’ve adapted the meeting to be safe for all and convenient for you by hosting registration and voting as a 2-day drive-thru experience and virtual business meeting. Each member who is present and registers receives a registration gift and will be eligible to win door prizes. Most importantly, members can exercise their cooperative right to vote in the election for seats on the cooperative’s Board of Trustees. During the virtual business meeting that will be streamed on our website and our Facebook page, our President and CEO, attorney and Board Chairman will update you on important Cooperative business and share election results.

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What do I need to do if I am handicapped?

The annual meeting is drive-thru, so just stay in the comfort of your car. YEC employees will be there to help guide you through each step of the process to register and cast your vote.

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Will the annual meeting be held if it rains?

Yes – the annual meeting will be held, rain or shine.

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What is the 2022 registration gift?

Each member who attends the annual meeting and registers will receive a $20 power bill credit.

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Can I receive the registration gift and vote if I can’t come to the meeting?

Only members who attend the annual meeting, provide proper identification and their registration card are eligible to receive a registration gift, vote and be entered into the door prize drawing. To extend a greater opportunity for our members and to encourage participation, our meeting days and times have been extended to two days.

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Will there be any food or entertainment at the meeting?

In an effort to keep everyone safe in the ongoing pandemic, YEC will not host any entertainment or food vendors during the annual meeting.

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What are the grand prizes this year?

YEC has three grand prizes available to win at this year’s annual meeting. They include a 2013 Chevrolet 1500 Silverado pickup and (2) $500 power bill credits. Winners will be contacted on Monday following the annual meeting.

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What are the other door prizes?

All other door prizes will be announced during the virtual business meeting. Winners will be contacted on Monday following the annual meeting.

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When and where will the annual meeting be held?

The YEC annual meeting will be held at our main office, 1385 E. Alexander Love Hwy. on Friday, May 13 from 7 am-7 pm and on Saturday, May 14 from 7 am-1 pm. The virtual business meeting will be live online Saturday evening.

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How do I register?

All members of the cooperative are eligible to register with a valid photo ID and their registration card. The registration card will be mailed to members the first full week in April.

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Where are the door prizes given away?

The door prize winners, including the grand prize winners, will be announced during the virtual business meeting. All door prizes that can be mailed will be sent directly to winners. If your name is chosen we will contact you to provide you details about your prize on Monday following the annual meeting.

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What is considered a valid photo ID to be eligible to register and vote?

We accept 12 different forms of identification for members.

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