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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20250978.tiffBoard of County Commissioners Pass-Around Review Pass-Around Title: Proxy Ballot Request 2025 — United Power, Inc. Department: Clerk to the Board's Office Date: March 20, 2025 Person Requesting: Mariah Higgins / Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board's Office Brief description of the problem/issue: Every Year, United Power hosts its' annual meeting of inembers to conduct the business of the cooperative, provide an annual update, and certify the results of the annual director election. What options exist for the Board? Vote via the proxy ballot form provided (following pages), or attend the meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., at the Riverdale Regional Park and Fairgrounds, 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton, CO 80601. Consequences: N/A Impacts: N/A Costs (current fiscal year / ongoing or subsequent fiscal years): None Recommendation: Please indicate your choice below. If you would like to vote on the provided ballot form, please turn to the flagged page and initial your selections. Perry L. Buck Scott K. James Jason S. Maxey Lynette Peprler Kevin D. Ross GonSen-t' %��en�o� ou �09 �2S A�prove Recommendation � Schedule Work Session cc•. $o cc(KF), FI(c�)� �p (gg/KM), Pw�cH/cK), Un ;ted po,,.,er oy/oq/�5 Other/Comments: 2025-0978 t3c ooSq NITE� I�OWEiZ Your Touchstone Energy' Cooperative ��f �_ WELD COUNTY ATTN: ACCOUNTING PO BOX 758 GREELEY CO 80632-0758 Ilill��iillilil�ri�r��l��l��li�lli�i���i���iiili�l��i�iilli�i�l ��- . . 01093630 i _ _ _ Y 1 �.- -.,--: ..-_ .�.. — _.— — __ _T' • � • i �s Vote by mail: • Fill in the circle next to the candidate of your choice using a pen or pencil. Example: � • Detach ballot and place in the enclosed return envelope. • Mail ballots must be received no later than April 15, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. MT. _ .i Electronic balloting - vote online or via mobile app: • Mobile App: Open the United Power mobile app, log in, and click the Vote Now button. • Online: Log in to your United Power SmartHub account at www.unitedpower.com and click the Vote Now button. • Electronic balloting begins March 14, 2025, and ends April 15, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. MT. Voto por correo: • Rellene el circulo junto al nombre del candidato que elige con una pluma o lapiz. Ejemplo: � • Desprenda la boleta y coloquela en el sobre de retorno que se adjunto. • Las boletas enviadas por correo deben recibirse, a mas tardar, el 15 de abril de 2025, a las 11:59 a.m. (M�. � . . 01093630 Voto electronico: vote en linea o mediante aplicacion movil: • Aplicacion movil: abra la aplicacion movil de United Power, inicie sesion y haga clic en el boton "Vote Now" (Votar ahora). • En linea: Visite www.unitedpower.com, inicie sesion en su cuenta de SmartHub de United Power y haga clic en el boton "Vote Now" (Votar ahora). • La votacion electronica comienza el 14 de marzo de 2025 y finaliza el 15 de abril de 2025, a las 11:59 a.m. (M�. L i� �� L �� ''r o 'i o i�+ "� .N � 0 � � � U • .--. � � U v � Q L � Y � c � � C � ro L a� m ������������������������������������������������� 'NITE� 1',OWEIZ Your Touchstone Energy° Cooperative �S �--_ WELD COUNTY ATTN: ACC0UNTING PO BOX 758 GREELEY CO 80632-0758 Ilill��iillilil�i�i�i���l��l��li�lli�i���i���inli�l��i�iilli�rl � . . 01093630 Vote by maii: • Fill in the circle next to the candidate of your choice using a pen or pencil. Example: � • Detach ballot and place in the enclosed return envelope. • Mail ballots must be received no later than April 15, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. MT. Electronic balloting - vote online or via mobile app: • Mobile App: Open the United Power mobile app, log in, and click the Vote Now button. • Online: Log in to your United Power SmartHub account at www.unitedpower.com and click the Vote Now button. • Electronic balloting begins March 14, 2025, and ends April 15, 2025, at 11:59 a.m. MT. Yoto por correo: • Rellene el circulo junto al nombre del candidato que elige con una pluma o lapiz. Ejemplo: � • Desprenda la boleta y coloquela en el sobre de retorno que se adjunto. • Las boletas enviadas por correo deben recibirse, a mas tardar, el 15 de abril de 2025, a las 11:59 a.m. (M�. � •r. ._ ,: . . 01093630 Voto electronico: vote en linea o mediante aplicacion movil: • Aplicacion movil: abra la aplicacion movil de United Power, inicie sesion y haga clic en el boton "Vote Now" (Votar ahora). • En linea: Visite www.unitedpower.com, inicie sesion en su cuenta de SmartHub de United Power y haga clic en el boton "Vote Now" (Votar ahora). • La votacion electronica comienza el 14 de marzo de 2025 y finaliza el 15 de abril de 2025, a las 11:59 a.m. (M�. � PLEASE DETACH BEFORE RETUHNING BALLOI -�, � ■ � T � O - � n � L m3 � .� a �— � O �' � � C r d I H + > ( c � C � � Q � � Y � "' � p� � Y C � O {� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � Perr . B ck Chair, Weld County Board of Commissioners Signature i Corporate Title or Representative Capacity / cerflfy that I am, or lawfulty represen� the member named on this envelope and that I personally voted the enclosed ballot SIGNATURE INSTRUCTIONS: THIS ENVELOPEMUSTBESIGNED FORYOURBALLOT TO COUNT. • If voting as an individual, sign your name on the signature line. • If voting for a business, organization, trust, or estate of a deceased person, your title is required. Sign your name on the signature line and print your title on the line to the right of the signature line. ANNUAL II�IEETING Every year, United Power hosts its Annual Meeting of Members to canduct the business of the cooperative, provide an annual update, and certify the results o₹the annual Director Election. We invite our members to aitend their cooperative's Annual Meeting on V1/ednesd�y, April 16. M�rribers ir� attendance will be treated to dinner and a member gift, and be entered into a door prize draenring. Door prizes include electric outdoor yard tools, household appliances, smart technology, electronics, and a grand prize $500 King Soopers gifit card. DIR�CTOR ELECTION ,4s a co-op rvierraber, you �utomatic�lly receive the benefits all other mernbers share, incliading the " right to vo₹e fior board repre�entation. United Power encourages all members to �ast their votes in the 2025 Director E:lection. Voting is conducted electronically through yaur United Power online account ar via mail ballot. Please follow balloting instruciions �arefully and return your balloi by the deadline. 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The fol/owing statements ar� tho�e �f the candidates a�d have not been altered or verified by United Pow�r. • � � - �. . �� � ������� Ursula J. �ilorgan (Incur�b�nt) ���' t M name is Ursula l, Mor an, and I am seekin re-election to Rural Electric Insurance Exchan e, Touchstone Ener and the National Rural �; f y 9 9 9 9Y� � �:' the Board of Directors for United Power, representing the North Telecommunications Council, These affiliations keep me informed on emerging � .y District, I have been a member of United Power since 1995, As trends in the energy sector and allow me to advocate for policies thafi benefit our ���� ����� a director, I am currently serving as Board Chair and am proud members, to have previously served as Chairman, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Assistant I am a wife, mother of two, and a professional with a background as a real estat� Secretary-Assistant Treasurec My e�tensive experience, both within United Power appraiser and a tligetal retail specialist, Beyond United Power, I have a long history and in my community, has given me a deep understanding of the needs and of community involvement, I served as Mayor Pro Tem and Planning and Zoning priorities of our member-owners, Commissioner for the Town of N1ead and as a board memberfor the Denver I am committed to ensuring that our cooperative remains financially strong and Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG), I have also be2n actively involved in provides reliable, affordable, and safe power to our community, Throughout my transportation and air quality planning forthe Upper Front Range and North Fron� tenure, I have emphasized transparency and open communication with our Range of Colorado, members, ensuring that your voice is always heard and that we make decisions I am running for re-election because I am dedicated to continuing the work we've �� based on what is best for our entire co-op, started and ensuring that United Power remains a strong, reliable cooperative. M}� I have completed the Nationai Rural Electric Cooperative Association's Director priorities include financial accountability, maintaining reliability and safety, and Gold Program, the Board Leadership Program, and the Credentialed Cooperative advancing new technologies to meet our future energy needs. I believe in building Director Training Program, Additionally, I've earned advanced training through trust through responsibility, fairness, and integrity the Colorado Municipal League's Elected Officials' Training and Advanced Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns at Training Programs. These programs have enhanced my skills and knowledge in ursula@ursulajmorgan,com or by phone at (303) 709-4523, I look forwartl to cooperative governance, utility operations, and public service, continuing to serve yau as your Director In my current role, I serve on United Power's Audit Committee and represent Sincerely, United Powerto several industry organizations, including the National Rural Ursula J, Morgan Electric Cooperative Association, Cooperative Response Center, Inc., Federated .� � . ���`� �°� i Keith Alquist (Incumbent) ���� �� • Hi, I'm Keith Alquist and I am your director from the Centraf ���� ����� ���� ���� District and I ask for your vote to continue to use my �`� �` ��' ��"� 30+ years of "cooperative" business and management � ��3 experience to represent you on the Uniied Power Board of k+, .;�.'"�� ` � �' Directors, • Since exiting Tri-State this past year after paying our buy-out figure set by FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), we have taken control of our future, Numerous projects have already been done that we could have not done before that affect our cost of power, our ability to generate some of our own power, and our ability to install more centralized batteries at critical sub-stations without having to "pay double" for the cost of charging and discharging our own batteries, • The future is exciting but complicated, Many challenges are still ahead of us; environmental, state and federal regulations, • The point I want to make here is that "my" job is not done, I want to use my knowledge gained these past 7 years of how we got this far and how to address the future, • I have completed the NRECA certification as a Credentialed Cooperative Director, the Board Leadership Certificate, and the Director Gold Program, • Most of my professional career has b�en working in and with the management of agricultural cooperatives, • Vice Presitlent & CFO of American Pri�e Co-op, a multi-million dollar ag cooperative, here in Brighton for 20 years now retired, • Manager of Information Systems with Farmland Industries, a multi-bilfion dollar regional ag cooperative, • Senior Systems Engineer developing and supporting accounting and real- time inventory management systems for Hesston Corporation, • 30 years as an active member of the National Sociery of Accountants for Cooperatives (NSAC) • I am United Power's current Board Treasurer and I am the alternate representative to CFC, the National Rural Utilities Finance Corporation, • My wife, Julie, and I have calletl Brighton home for over 30 years antl we ' d 4 h'Id h • My dedication ta you is to still fight far reliability, affordability and safety, And ra�se our c i ren ere. I am dedicated to represent you and every member in the governance of • Always remember that United Power is OWNED BYYOU, its members, United Power, It is an honor to be on the Board, • Please use your right to vote and keep United Power a natsonally respected • I belong to the Brighton Rotary Club, a local and international service and progressive electric distribution cooperative! organization. Two of the business and personal decision making rules that I use every day are 1, "Is it the truth?" and 2, "Is it fair to all concerned?" • Thank you. `� � � Ryan Keefer � r�� �}2j {��� n' As a long-time resident of Colorado and an engaged member of � `� � � our community, I am running for the South District seat on the United Power Board of Directors to advocate for transparency, u innovation, and the long-term sustainability of our cooperative, I believe United Power plays a critical role in shaping the future of energy in our region, and I am committed to ensuring it remains a leader in delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable energyto its members, With years of leadership experience serving on various boards, including as president ofthe North Range Metropolitan District#1 Board of Directors, I understand the complexities of governance, budgets, and policy-making, In that role, I worked to protect residents' interests, advocating for fairness and fiscal responsibility while navigating challenging legal and financial issues. These experiences have strerEgthened my ability to listen to diverse perspectives, analyze complex problems, and find solutions that balance innovation with practicality, As a small business leader with technical expertise in aerial data collection, I understantl the importance of embracing new technologies to improve efficiency and outcomes, I believe United Power has an opportunity to further invest in renewable energy and grid modernization to enhance reliability, keep costs low, and reduce our environmental footprint, My professional background has taught me to value precision and innovation—qualities I will bring to this role. SOUTH DISTRICT Beth Martin (Incumbent) ���, "It has been an honor �ntl privilege to serve my fellow members `�� ����. I on the Board of Directors and I remain deeply committed to ��`�`'� � upho[ding our cooperative values and guiding us through these times of change with integrity and foresight, Electric cooperatives are different and I LOVE the difference, We are so fortunate to be served by a local "not for profit'; member-owned cooperative and I am truly passionate in our mission to provide relia6le, affordable, and sustainable energy to our community, With over 47 years of experience in Business, I bring a diverse skill set that includes strategic planning, financial oversight, proven negotiation skills and a tleep understanding of the needs of our members, As a long-time member of this cooperative, I know firsthand the importance of transparency, accountability, and open communication between the board and our members, My approach to leadership is rooted in cooperative principles, prioritizing service over profit, and ensuring that our members'voices are heard in every decision we make, I am particularly passionate about exploring new ways to enhance the susiainability and resilience of our energy system. As we face the challenges o₹ the evolving energy and political landscapes, I believe it's critical to do all we can to control costs, improve reliability, stabilize prices, diversify energy resources as well as help reduce environmental impact with the aim to being the best stewards of this earth we're borrowing from our children, At a time when the chase for corporate profits overwhelms common sense, it's good to know we°re part of something different in an electric cooperative. We're part of one of the greatest "Do it Yourself' projects ever envisioned, We were created to serve the un-served, My wife and I are proud homeowners and United Power members, and I am deeply invested in the success of our cooperative, I will bring a strong voice for accountability and transparency to the board, ensuring members' needs and concerns are always at the forefront, I believe in clear communication, fair representation, and building trust with cooperative members by making thoughiful, informed decisions. If elected, my priorities will include; • Advocating forfair and competitive rates for all members, • Supporting investments in renewable energy while ensuring grid reliability, • Promoting member engagement and transparency in decision-making, • Planning for the cooperative's long-term financial health and energy resilience, United Power is more than just an energy provider—it's a partner in our community's growth and future, I am readyto bring my leadership experience, technical expertise, and commitment to our community to the board, Together, we can continue building a cooperative that works for all members. I would be honored to earn your vote, I pledge to continue to work diligently to protect and advance the interests of our cooperative and her members, I am committed to fostering a cooperative culture where every voice is valued, and where we strive together toward a brighter, more sustainable energy future through continued vigilance, commitment, engagement and sound judgement ensuring United Power safely and reliably serves her members while being the best stewards of our resources:' I sincerely appreciate your time and hope that I can continue to count on your support and vote, Email-Beth Martin@BethsRedShoes,com • Former Chairman of the Board, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Secretary Treasurer and Asst Secretary/Treasurer • President - Colorado Electric Education Institute at CREA • Former Board Representative to NRECA, & Basin Electric • Owner Pepper Pod Restaurant • Broker/Owner Red Shoes Realty • NRECA Credentialed Cooperative Director • NRECA Board Leadership Designee • NRECA Gold Level Program Recipient • Master Certified Negotiation Expert • BA - Cll Bouider • Former Mayor Pro Tem Town of Hudson • Former Finance and Administration Director-Town of Hudson" . � � �u � � � ia/t�fi1�N��i �L���7� C�11�f� ��Y� � � . ��� z r � ���� 1.� Lc�g'�'�r► to �to�r Unc�ed P�svar�� �r�lis�� �s;�e��n#'a� �+v�nr.�ar�i%dp�w�r��r�„ � • car vi� ih� �I�a��d ������ ��#��!� ���e ■ _ " `,` � � . ?� �I���C "���� ���" f��r�� ��� e�r�6a�t� �����ant h�rr�� ��r��r�. �. �irc�C" a �� ��1���" ���r r��i����� �F�� ���°r�� ���fir�ac�ic�ra�y � � /n{ � 9/ 2 g�. ��/\���i � i � � � �. ��I��t r�n� can��d�t� ir� ���h d�s�rw�� ��d �li�k �� to B�l��rt a�#irnn�����w ' �.' 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