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The Power of Political Engagement

Cates meets with policymakers advocating for federal programs and resources to remain available.
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Citizens Electric Partners with TEA Solutions for Portfolio Management Service

Citizens Electric Corporation and TEA Solutions entered into an agreement to support Citizens Electric in their transition away from their current pow...
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Citizens Electric restoration efforts remain strong

Citizens Electric Corporation has restored power to more than 3,000 members since early Friday, March 14 when high winds moved through the service ter...
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Winter Storm Blair Outage Updates

Winter Storm Blair made its way bringing sleet, ice, rain, and freezing rain weighing heavily on trees and power lines causing over 12,000 outages to ...
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Rates Remain Stable Moving into 2025

During its most recent board meeting, Citizens Electric Corporation’s board of directors voted to keep rates at their current levels into 2025.
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FERC approves Citizens Electric Corporation’s request for separation from Wabash Valley Power Alliance

Separation from Wabash Valley is one part of a broader settlement with the G&T.  This is an important next step in Citizens’ path to gaining positive ...
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Citizens Electric recognized for safe work

Citizens Electric Corporation was one of 30 Missouri electric cooperatives recognized for working safely.
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Citizens Electric Manager of Member Services Retiring, Successor Selected

Steve Elsea, announced his plans to retire March 3, 2025, after nine years leading member services efforts. He’ll work alongside his successor, J.W. H...
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Power supplier relationship transition

Citizens Electric Corporation (Citizens) and Wabash Valley Power Association, Inc. (Wabash Valley) are announcing a new chapter in their collaboration...
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Pole & Meter Inspection Schedule

Citizens Electric Corporation contracts with Lee Inspection Services yearly to inspect over 9,000 poles. Inspections began in June and are projected t...
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Citizens Electric Directors approve to return $2.25 million to members

Citizens Electric Corporation’s Board of Directors has authorized a capital credit retirement of approximately $2.25 million to members who had servic...
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Help Protect Reliable and Affordable Electricity in Missouri

Use your voice to promote reliability. Help protect reliable and affordable electricity in Missouri.
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Three incumbents re-elected at Annual Shareholders Meeting

Information presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting, including the cooperative’s 2023 Annual Report, is available here. 
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Coomes Named Vice President of Engineering

Citizens Electric is pleased to announce the hiring of Dan Coomes as Vice President of Engineering. Dan will lead the organization's engineering effor...
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Morison to help electrify Guatemalan village

Citizens Electric journeyman lineman, Matt Morison was recognized at the state capitol this week for his plans to help electrify a Guatemalan village ...
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Quick tips to prepare for outages

Thankfully, lengthy outages do not occur regularly. However, we encourage everyone to always be prepared for such events.
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Rate increase needed in 2024 to maintain value of service and cover rising cost pressures

The increase in members’ rates will be effective April 1 and will reflect on members’ May billing statements. The average residential member who consu...
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Citizens Electric raises fairness issue with power supplier

As part of Citizens Electric’s fiduciary responsibility and commitment to member-owners, we are challenging rates passed down from Wabash Valley Power...
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Empowering communities - an update from the Citizens Electric Engineering team

Citizens Electric Corporation is part of an exciting future full of potential for its members.  Major changes on the horizon will dramatically reshape...
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Reliable electricity at risk

In Washington, D.C., decisions made by policymakers now will determine if reliable electricity remains a key advantage for America, or if rolling blac...
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Citizens Electric Directors approve to return $3 million to members

Citizens Electric Corporation’s Board of Directors has authorized a capital credit retirement of approximately $3.0 million to members who had service...
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Pool & hot tub safety

Before you consider installing a pool, consider where your electric utility lines are located. Never install your pool under electric lines
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Four Incumbents Re-elected at Annual Shareholders Meeting

Voting in the Director Election was conducted via mail-in, in-person, and electronic balloting.
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Jason Cates Named CEO of Citizens Electric Corporation

Citizens Electric Corporation announced at the April board meeting that its Board of Directors selected Jason Cates as new Chief Executive Officer.
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Service Availability Charge Explained

Whether you use a lot or a little, the cost of getting power to your location remains the same.  This is why your bill has two separate charges: servi...
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Citizens Electric Announces Rate Increase Effective April 1, 2023

The average residential member that consumes 1,000 kilowatt-hours per month will pay an additional $8.70, excluding taxes. This rate increase will hel...
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Prepare Your Home for winter

Citizens Electric works year-round to provide safe, reliable electricity in hopes that members will not have to endure extended power outages. In the ...
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Citizens Electric Corporation celebrates 75 years of service

Citizens Electric Corporation celebrates its 75th anniversary with the board, employees, and members on November 17, 2022.
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Citizens Electric Chief Executive Officer announces retirement

After 18 years of dedication to the employees, board, and members, Citizens Electric Corporation Chief Executive Officer, Van Robinson announces his r...
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Upcoming Changes to Your Bill

Purchased Power Cost Adjustment rate change in November and December
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Changes in DLC Listing of LED Fixtures & Lamps

Almost two-thirds of LED fixtures are delisted under the new standards.
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Fleig & Gremaud Visit Jefferson City

Cooperative Youth Conference & Leadership Experience (CYCLE) delegates visited Jefferson City for a three-day, action-filled opportunity.  
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Closing The Loop: How a New Transmission Line Will Help Restore Power Faster

CEC and Wabash Valley Power will build a 69,000-volt transmission line between the Salem Bulk substation near Farmington and connect it to the Valley ...
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Blackouts?

There have been reports of potential rolling blackouts (or controlled outages) this summer, but while there is an increased risk of power interruption...
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Navigating the Impact of Slow-Moving Global Supply Chain

To mitigate inventory shortfalls, Citizens Electric remains proactive in facing challenges across the six county-wide service territory.
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Roger's Encounter with Downed Power Lines - A Safety Story

Operations Support Specialist, Diane Petzoldt received a call from Mr. Siebert while prompting him to stay on the tractor while she worked with local ...
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Empowering Supply

Employees at cabinet maker Carriage House were excited about working with their new power provider when the business moved to its new facility. A uniq...
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Citizens Electric Leader Heads to Washington on Behalf of Member-Owners

Van Robinson, Chief Executive Officer, represented Citizens Electric Corporation members in Washington, D.C.
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Gilster-Mary Lee Receives Over $20,000 Rebate

The Prescriptive Retrofit Rebates program recently refunded over $20,000 to one, local private label, contract, and food service manufacturer.
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Who's Who?

Fraudsters have 'flipped the script' on utility scams.
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FOR SALE: Electric Reliability and Affordability

Electricity generated from fossil fuels is reliable and until recently affordable. While public policies continue to support taxpayer subsidies for re...
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2022 Annual Meeting Notice

Notice of Annual Meeting to Shareholders of Citizens Electric Corporation
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The Challenge of Rising Costs

Citizens Electric members play a role in keeping costs down as inflation, supply chain issues, and other cost pressures affect the co-op.
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Right-Of-Way Maintenance

Right-of-way clearance is an important part of system maintenance to ensure we provide reliable electricity to our members. That's why Citizens Electr...
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Citizens Electric Supports Broadband Deployment

Citizens Electric Corporation (CEC) offers internet service providers (ISP) within its six-county service area access to extend coverage through a mak...
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Gilster Mary Lee Receives Rebates

Gilster-Mary Lee received $8,713 in Power Moves® rebates from Citizens Electric Corporation, for energy efficiency upgrades in three of its Perryville...
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Geothermal Rebates Available

The Power Moves rebate for closed loop geothermal system has increased to $2,000 for 2022. A $1,000 Power Moves rebate is available for open loop geot...
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Long-Range Plan For Reliable, Dependable Electricity

Improved redundancy & reliability all while allowing for maintenance performance without interruption and adequate voltage support for growth.
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Member Advisory Group

Citizens Electric is currently inviting members who are interested to apply for our Member Advisory Group.
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2021 Tornado

On October 2nd, the Balanced Performance Scorecard application was updated with the latest official co-op performance data. When you use the tool, you...
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Are You Connected?

We've partnered with local merchants to empower local businesses and offer discounted offers to members of Citizens Electric.  
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A Program With a Big WOW for Landowners and Wildlife!

The goal of this partnership is to improve native plants and habitats where power lines pass through electric company easements.
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  • About Us
    • Board of Directors
    • By-Laws
    • Capital Credits
    • Cooperative Principles
    • History
    • Key Statistics
    • Meet Management
  • Service & BIlling
    • Apply for Service
    • Energy Assistance
    • My Account / Bill Pay
    • Payment Options
    • Rates
    • Solar
    • Your Bill Explained
  • Member Services
    • Electrical Services
      • Claim Inquiry
      • Demand and Time of Use
      • New Construction
      • Rebates
        • Residential Rebates
        • Business Rebates
        • Workforce Grant
      • New Member Information
      • Outdoor Lighting
      • Surge Protection
      • Vegetation Management
    • Safety
      • Call Before You Dig - 811
      • Safety Information
  • Careers
  • News & Community
    • Annual Reports
    • Energy Saving Tips
    • Operation Round Up
    • Recent News
    • Rural Missouri
    • Scholarships
    • Youth Tour & CYCLE