Power of Community

Join The Fight For Affordable Power

Most electric cooperatives (co-ops) in Oregon are in the process of negotiating their power sales contracts with the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) for wholesale electricity after 2006. As these negotiations move forward, we need co-op members to join the Power of Community program to help us fight for affordable electricity.
     BPA is a federal agency, subject to the whims of Congress and other policy makers at the federal level. Power of Community members are co-op consumers who are willing to contact Congress or state legislators when policies are being discussed that could impact electric rates.
     In the past year, Power of Community has fought to minimize the impact of BPA-proposed rate increases and improve the effectiveness of ratepayer money spent on fish and wildlife programs. In addition to regional issues involving BPA, Power of Community members learn about state legislation and rules that might impact rates through Salem Scoop. Another publication mailed quarterly, called Power line, introduces members to other co-op communities around the state.
     More than 3,500 households that purchase power from electric co-ops participate in Power of Community. This grassroots network is the key to keeping electric rates affordable and you can help by signing up today. To join Power of Community, fill out the coupon below and mail it with your SE payment.
     You may also sign up online at www.oreca.org. Your information is confidential and is never shared with any outside source. Join the fight for affordable power rates today.

April 2004