http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php en webmaster@wascoelectric.com Copyright 2010 2010-08-16T18:46:55+00:00 http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/august_events_and_2010_annual_meeting/ http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/august_events_and_2010_annual_meeting/#When:18:46:55Z Although November is still a long ways off, preparations for the 71st Annual Meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative, Inc. are under way. 2010-08-16T18:46:55+00:00 http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/cooperative_awards_three_community_grants/ http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/cooperative_awards_three_community_grants/#When:18:54:36Z Each year, the cooperative supports the development of projects throughout its service area with its Economic/Community grant program.  This year the cooperatives grant committee awarded three grants totaling $6,787. 2010-07-01T18:54:36+00:00 http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/northwest_voters_still_support_hydropower_and_are_concerned_about_rate_incr/ http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/northwest_voters_still_support_hydropower_and_are_concerned_about_rate_incr/#When:23:00:16Z As the region waits for a final decision from the Federal courts on the future operations of the Columbia and Snake River and the potential for a call to remove the four Snake River dams, I want to share with you the recent survey conducted by Northwest RiverPartners. It is clear from the results of this survey that the rate payers of the region are concerned about future energy prices and the impact the removal of these dams would have on future energy prices. 2010-06-01T23:00:16+00:00 http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/make_your_voice_heard/ http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/make_your_voice_heard/#When:19:36:25Z Are you a member of the Power of Community grassroots program?  If your answer is “not yet,” please consider signing up today.  2010-05-03T19:36:25+00:00 http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/spring_safety_capital_credits/ http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/spring_safety_capital_credits/#When:18:32:25Z As spring approaches many of us, after a long dreary winter, are itching to get outdoors and start working or playing. As these outdoor activities start, I want to remind all of you to be aware of overhead power lines and where they are located in relationship to your activities. 2010-04-01T18:32:25+00:00 http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/returns_on_fish/ http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/returns_on_fish/#When:00:40:16Z Columbia River salmon and steelhead are an integral part of the Northwest region. The cultural and economic significance of these fish have merited substantial investment to protect and restore their runs along the Columbia River. The Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) has invested $10 billion in fish and wildlife restoration programs since 1980. The investment is beginning to pay off with increased fish returns. 2010-02-20T00:40:16+00:00 http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/search_for_solutions/ http://wascoelectric.com/communication/index.php/managersMessage/search_for_solutions/#When:16:32:29Z As you will see on page 8 of this month’s Ruralite, (Ruralite link is available under the Links section of this website) we will begin a series on climate change called Search for Solutions. The purpose of this series is to provide you with information on this important issue, including Website resources allowing you to further explore this topic on your own. In addition, we will offer you tangible ways to respond through grassroots programs and energy efficiency efforts. 2009-09-09T16:32:29+00:00