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BENCO Electric Cooperative Link
JULY 2021
BENCO HOLDS 2021 ANNUAL MEETING
Approximately 650 BENCO Electric Cooperative members
attended the drive-thru Annual Meeting on Saturday,
June 5, 2021. The drive-thru event took place at the
Minnesota State University, Mankato parking lots near
the Blakeslee Stadium football field.
Members were given a copy of the 2020 annual report
and ballot upon registering. Three incumbent directors
were elected to represent their districts for a three-year
term, including Terry Genelin, District 1; John Wells,
District 4; and Scott Johnson, District 9.
At the organizational meeting following the annual
meeting, the Board of Directors elected the following
officers: Blake Meshke, President; Brad Leiding, Vice
President; Scott Johnson, Secretary; Marilyn Lynch,
Treasurer; and Great River Energy Director, Gary Stenzel.
CEO CORNER FROM THE
Thanks to all members who Terry Genelin, John Wells and BOARD
attended the BENCO Electric Scott Johnson were re-elected
March 25, 2021
Cooperative Annual Meeting on to represent Districts 1, 4 and 9,
Blake Meshke Presided
Saturday, June 5. We had a great respectively.
turnout with approximately 650 The board reviewed and
members attending. We hope you and your family are approved the minutes of
staying safe and healthy. Please the February 25, 2021 board
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and feel free to contact me with any meeting.
for planning purposes, our annual questions or concerns. Abby has received the final
meeting was conducted as a drive- Year End Audit report from
thru event. Members were able to Cooperatively yours, CliftonLarsonAllen.
vote for directors in Districts 1, 4 Tim gave the Safety Report.
and 9, all while remaining in their RESAP will conduct an
vehicles. unannounced site visit to
BENCO in 2021.
Reports were given through the Gary gave the GRE Report.
annual report that was dispersed Duane, Blake and Brad gave
during registration. the CTV report. Installation of
transmitters continues at the
Frost towers.
John gave the MREA Report.
A motion was made,
Who’s Watching Your Home seconded and carried to
approve the 2020 Audit
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PCA UPDATE
ACTUAL PCA FOR JUNE
$0.0391
ESTIMATED PCA FOR JULY
$0.0339
ESTIMATED PCA FOR
AUGUST
$0.0355
The Power Cost Adjustment
(PCA) is due to changes in the
monthly wholesale rate from
our power supplier, Great River
Energy (GRE).
JULY 2021 WWW.BENCO.ORG PAGE 2
2021
ANNUAL
MEETING
JULY 2021 WWW.BENCO.ORG PAGE 3
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FUNDS
REMAIN AVAILABLE - APPLY TODAY
We are all aware of the additional financial hardships
COVID-19 has created, placing a larger burden on
families already struggling to pay their bills or bring
their accounts current. If you are experiencing difficulty
paying your electric bill, the Energy Assistance
Program (EAP) helps pay for home heating costs and
furnace repairs for income-qualified homeowners and
renters
The Minnesota Department of Commerce has
of Commerce Energy Assistance website, https://
expanded the EAP by raising income eligibility and
mn.gov/commerce/consumers/consumer-assistance/
extending the deadline to apply to September 1,
energy-assistance/, for more details and to access the
2021. Households with incomes at or below 60% of
application portal.
the state’s median income may be eligible, which is
about $65,000 in annual income for a household of
If you are experiencing difficulty paying your electric
four.
bill and do not qualify for either of these programs,
please contact BENCO’s Member Services department
To learn more about the EAP program or to apply
at 507-387-7963.
for assistance, visit the Minnesota Department
WHERE, OH WHERE?
The following is a list of former Mark Heidemann, St. Bonifacius Brian J. Johnson, Winnebago
BENCO Members whose capital Kent Helgeland, Bethel Springs, TN Dixie Jonson, Mankato
credit checks were returned by Joe P. Hines, Eagle Lake Robert D. Johnson, Wells
the post office as undeliverable. Jane C. Hogan, Mankato Audrey T. Jones, North Mankato
Any information you can give Sidney Holberg, Gaylord Douglas Jones, Lake Crystal
us to help locate them would Daniel Holman, North Mankato Herbert H. Jones, Lake Crystal
be greatly appreciated. Please Scott L. Holmseth, Mankato Theresa L. Jordan, St. Peter
contact Lori at 387-7963. Robert A. Holzinger, Naples, FL
Mitchell R. Hottman, New Ulm K
G Maynard Husfeldt, Gaylord Aurelius Kalis, Wells
Steve Guyer, Mankato Tu Huynh, Mankato Mark Kalis, Lewiston
Richard Kiehm, Villard
H I Gary King, Winnebago
Elvera Hall, St. Clair Kenneth Irvine, Amboy Isabella Klaphake, Lake Wales, FL
Thomas K. Hallifax, Mankato Orville Klinkner, Lake Crystal
Todd D. Halls, Nisswa J Jeff G. Kollos, Muscatine, IA
Rick E. Haman, North Mankato Charlotte Jansen, Mankato James Kunkel, Mankato
John S. Hanson, Richfield George Jenkins, Lake Crystal Erik S. Lewe, Winona
Tommy Harroun, Lake Crystal George Jenkins, Jr., Cheyenne, WY Rick L. Leonhardt, Deer River
JULY 2021 WWW.BENCO.ORG PAGE 4
BENCO WELCOMES ROSS RILEY
Ross Riley joined BENCO Electric Cooperative as the Energy
Services Representative in February, 2021.
A native of the area, Ross attended Riverland Community
College where he studied in the Construction Electrician
program. Following the completion of the two-year program,
he began working for local electric companies as an
Electrician.
Ross has spent most of his time at BENCO actively working
with members in the load management program. In his free
time, he enjoys fishing and staying busy outdoors, in addition
to spending time with his wife and family. Members can
contact Ross with Energy Services inquiries at 507-387-7963. Welcome to BENCO Electric Cooperative, Ross!
JOIN US AT FARMFEST IN 2021
Join BENCO Electric Cooperative, Touchstone Energy
and area rural electric cooperatives at Farmfest, August
3 - 5, 2021.
A trusted resource with 35+ years of proven credibility,
Farmfest connects 35,000 attendees with over 625
agricultural industry leading manufacturers and
providers. Farmfest features highly topical educational
and political forums highlighting topics relevant to the
issues that face today’s farmers. The event presents
successful field demonstrations with feature the latest
technological advancements in the farming industry
while offering programs and entertainment for the
entire family. Touchstone Energy will be giving away five EGO Power lawn tools including
a self-propelled lawn mower, snow blower, leaf blower, chainsaw and string
trimmer.
Visit BENCO and other
Touchstone Energy
Cooperatives in the Ag
Tent, Booth #2301. The
electric cooperatives
will be giving away
five electric yard tools,
pictured to the right.
Attendees can register
to win by turning in their
BENCO coupon (shown to
the right) at the booth.
JULY 2021 WWW.BENCO.ORG PAGE 5
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MANKATO, MN
PERMIT 609
P.O. Box 8
Mankato, MN 56002-0008
what’s cooking?
PINEAPPLE PUDDING
Receive a $20 credit
on your electric bill if
your recipe appears in
the newsletter.
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This newsletter is published monthly
by BENCO Electric Cooperative.
Office Hours: Mon -Fri - 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Phone: 387-7963 or 1-888-792-3626
Outages/After Hours:
387-7964 or 1-888-792-3626
Kathy Gerber - Member Services Manager
Chelsea Germo - Editor
From the Kitchen of: Joann Hutchinson
Ingredients:
• 6 c dry bread (12 - 14 slices) Board Meetings:
The last Thursday of each month - members are
• 1/2 c melted oleo welcome to contact directors with items of interest
• 1 (20 oz.) can chunk pineapple juice or concerns in advance of the meetings.
• 1 c sugar This institution is an equal opportunity
provider and employer.
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 c milk Board of Directors:
Blake Meshke - President - District 6
Brad Leiding - Vice President - District 3
Directions: Scott Johnson - Secretary - District 9
Combine all in a greased 2 1/2 quart casserole dish. Bake at 325 degrees for 60 minutes. Marilyn Lynch - Treasurer - District 5
Tip: Have the bread as dry as possible to soak up all the liquid ingredients. Pairs nicely Terry Genelin - District 1
as a side dish to ham or beef. Don Westphal - District 2
John Wells - District 4 - MREA Director
Gary Stenzel - District 7 - GRE Director
Duane Ehrich - District 8
ENTER TO WIN. SEND YOUR FAVORITE RECIPE TO: Dave Sunderman - CEO
BENCO Electric Cooperative, Attn: Chelsea, PO Box 8, Mankato, MN 56002 Christopher M. Roe - Attorney
JULY 2021 WWW.BENCO.ORG PAGE 6
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