Mor-Gran-Sou Electric members gather for the 78th Annual Meeting
Mor-Gran-Sou Electric Cooperative members and guests gathered in Mandan at Mor-Gran-Sou Electric’s Mandan Service Center on June 12 for the 78th Annual Meeting of the membership. Folks were welcomed by employees with snacks and a thank-you gift upon registration. Before the business meeting participants visited various booths to learn more about our cooperative initiatives and work plan from employees.
Mor-Gran-Sou Electric chairman, Steve Tomac welcomed and thanked everyone for attending the 78th Annual Meeting. Mandan Boy Scouts Troop #54 presented the colors and led the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance. The membership voted to fill the board positions for Grant County, Mandan Area and Morton County. Ryan Petrick from Elgin representing Grant County; Pam Geiger from Mandan representing Mandan Area; and Mark Doll from New Salem representing Morton County were re-elected by the membership. Additionally, the membership voted to approve the 2024 Annual Meeting Minutes and proposed by-law amendments.
Members listened to cooperative updates from Co-General Managers/CEOs, Travis Kupper and Jason Bentz and Chief Financial Officer Alex Craigmile. Department reports were provided by Manager of Operations Gary Fitterer and Chief of Staff/Member Services Manager Julie Armijo. A 2024 Charitable Foundations report was also provided by Jeff Tweeten.
High school students were recognized for being awarded 2025 scholarships. Lucy Blend, the 2024 Youth Tour recipient, presented highlights from her trip to Washington D.C. last June. Mor-Gran-Sou Electric’s 2025 Youth Tour recipient, Stray Ressler, was also recognized. Additionally, Mor-Gran-Sou Electric awarded Luck-of-the-Draw Scholarships to Anna Bahm from Mandan, Makenzie Miller from Mandan and Victoria Richter from Flasher who each received a $500 scholarship.
After the Annual Meeting, members enjoyed a complimentary meal grilled by the Mandan Rural Fire Department with the grill provided by Border States Electric. During this time members were awarded door prizes and enjoyed live music by Brad Doll.
The board of directors, co-general managers and staff at Mor-Gran-Sou Electric wish to thank members for participating in the 78th Annual Meeting of the membership and look forward to meeting your electrical needs in the future.
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