Tech Ed Building Skills for Workforce of Tomorrow P8-9 >> What’S on That Pole?

APRIL 2016 VOL. 16 NO. 12

Tech Ed Building Skills for Workforce of Tomorrow P8-9 >> What’s on that pole?

This illustration shows basic equipment found on electric power distribution poles. Not all poles have all this equipment on them. They vary according to location and the service they provide. >>

>> Primary wires run on top. Each usually >> Insulators (made of carries 7,200 volts of porcelain or a compos- electricity from a ite) prevent energized substation. wires from contacting each other or the pole.

>> A crossarm holds power lines, allowing >> The neutral wire acts as a required clearances line back to the substation between lines. and is tied to ground, balancing the electricity on the system. >> Surge arrestors protect the transformer from lightning strikes. >> Transformers convert higher voltage electricity from primary wires to lower voltage for use by >> A secondary service drop carries consumers. 120/240-volts of electricity to the end user. It has two “hot” wires from the transformer, and a bare neutral wire >> Guy wires help connected to the ground wire on the stabilize poles. They also pole. are connected to the pole’s ground wire.

>> Telephone and >> Pole ground wire—running the cable TV lines are length of the pole—connects to the typically the neutral wire to complete the circuit lowest wires. inside the transformer. It also directs electricity from lightning safely into the earth.

>> A head-high “birthmark” shows the size of the pole, as >> Co-ops are responsible well as where and when it was for keeping vegetation made. around poles trimmed to avoid interference with the electric system. >> 40-foot poles are sunk six feet into the ground.

2 April 2016 • COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS Manager’s Report Your Investment Threatened Spring is in the air and with some recent 60 degree weather, those cold days of winter seem to get (ISSN No. 1531-1058) pushed to the back of our memories very quickly, but when we look at our monthly electric bills it Manager shows that the cold weather has held on for a little Brad Schardin longer than we thought. [email protected] I utilize my electrical information off of the Editor SmartHub site on southeasternelectric.com to give Brett Snyders me a comparison of the daily temperatures and my [email protected] electrical usage for each day, week or month. Some of the nice 60 degree days show how much the weather Board of Directors impacts my daily electrical use due to the fact that Don Heeren, President Brad Schardin I use an all-electric ground-source heat pump for Steve Holmberg, Vice President General Manager our home heating and water heating needs. The Chris Hofer, Secretary SmartHub technology available through our new computer software gives you all the Daryl Terveen, Treasurer information you need to monitor your monthly electric bill, compare with last month’s Lynell Hofer John Ostraat electrical usage or to just see how much the colder weather impacts your monthly elec- Leslie Mehlhaff Pat Scheier tric bill. Please take some time to check out these tools on our website that are designed Richard Olsen Johnathan Wildeboer to help educate you on your electrical use. In addition to those tools, we always want to encourage you to give us a call if you have any questions about your electric cooperative as we look forward to helping each of you with any of your questions. Recently we took some time out of our hectic schedule to think strategically with your board of directors, attorney and management staff. We do this about every two to three years to make sure we are doing the work we need to do to meet your needs www.southeasternelectric.com for reliable, dependable and affordable electric service. We have laid out some specific 1-800-333-2859 goals for the next three years and reviewed our strengths, weaknesses, opportunities @SE_Electric and threats for your electric cooperative. We reviewed and approved our mission statement which states: “Southeastern Electric Cooperative, Inc., is committed to serving facebook.com/southeasternelectric our changing and diverse membership with quality electric services through sound

SOUTHEASTERN ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE CONNEC- business practices, communication, education and progressive leadership today and in TIONS is published monthly by Southeastern Electric Co- the future.” We believe that this statement covers the core duties and responsibility of operative, PO Box 388, 501 S. Broadway Ave., Marion, your electric cooperative as we move forward into the fast-paced world which changes SD 57043-0388 for its members. Families subscribe to Southeastern Electric Cooperative Connections as part of daily due to technological advancements and progress. A huge part of providing “qual- their electric cooperative membership. Southeastern Elec- ity” electric services for you, our members, has to do with promoting electrical safety. tric Cooperative Connections‘ purpose is to provide reli- PLEASE make sure to be SAFE around power lines (both overhead and underground) able, helpful information to electric cooperative members on electric cooperative matters and better rural living. again this year as you hit the fields for spring work or are just doing chores around the Subscription information: Electric cooperative members farm, house or business. Today’s equipment is getting larger and larger all the time so devote 50 cents from their monthly electric payments for make sure you look for power lines both underground and overhead before you begin a subscription. Nonmember subscriptions are available for $12 annually. Periodicals Postage Paid at Marion, SD to dig or operate that big piece of equipment. Overall, safety is a frame of mind and 57043 and at additional mailing offices. we encourage all of you to be safe this spring in all you do!

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: Southeastern Last month I visited with you about the challenges we see with the Clean Power Electric Cooperative Connections, PO Box 388, Marion, Plan (CPP) as proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Currently the SD 57043-0388; telephone (605) 648-3619; fax (605) Supreme Court ruled to grant a “stay” on the CPP and our national association will 648-3778; e-mail [email protected] be presenting a case to the United States Supreme Court on the impact of the CPP on Design assistance by SDREA and TDG Communications the electric utility industry as a whole. The legal process will take up to a year or more to complete and we believe this will provide us with a huge opportunity to show the impacts of the EPA law on our members and the overall U.S. economy as a whole. We will devote more time to this issue as we move forward and I would encourage you to go to action.coop for more details on the CPP stay by the Supreme Court. We wish all of you a Happy Easter holiday and hope that you will have a chance to spend it with family and friends or just by enjoying some of the beautiful spring weather coming our way!

COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS • April 2016 3 Safety Tips

Kids’ Corner Safety Poster Power Tools and “Be careful of power lines.” Equipment Safety Dani Carlson, 7 years old Many do-it-yourself projects involve the use of power tools. Dani is the Working with power tools requires skilled instruction and daughter of training. They can be deadly if not properly used or main- John Carlson tained. The most common scenario for power tool-related and Kris- electrocutions is when the equipment comes in contact with tina Matucha, Burke, S.D. live electrical wires while it is being used. They are members of Rose- Facts and Statistics: bud Electric, • According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis- Gregory, S.D. sion (CPSC), there are nearly 400 electrocutions in the United States each year. • Approximately 15 percent of electrocutions are related to Kids, send your drawing with an electrical safety tip to your local electric coop- consumer products. erative (address found on Page 3). If your poster is published, you’ll receive a • 8 percent of consumer product-related electrocutions each prize. All entries must include your name, age, mailing address and the names of your parents. Colored drawings are encouraged. year are attributed to electrical accidents with power drills, saws, sanders, hedge trimmers and other electric power tools. • 9 percent of consumer product-related electrocutions each year are caused by accidents involving the use of lawn and garden equipment and ladders, which come into contact with overhead power lines.

Power Tool Safety Tips: • Use ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) with every power tool to protect against electric shocks. • Do not use power tools with an extension cord that ex- ceeds 100 feet in length. • Never use power tools near live electrical wires or water pipes. • Use extreme caution when cutting or drilling into walls where electrical wires or water pipes could be accidentally touched or penetrated. • If a power tool trips a safety device while in use, take the tool to a manufacturer-authorized repair center for service. • When working with electricity, use tools with insulated grips. • Do not use power tools without the proper guards. • When using a wet-dry vacuum cleaner or a pressure washer, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions to avoid electric shock.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): • Safeguards on outdoor electric tools are there for a reason. Make sure that they are always in place before operating. • Invest in the safety goggles, hearing protection, dust masks, gloves and other safety gear as recommended for each tool. A few dollars now are well worth the lifetime of good sight and hearing that they are protecting. • Wear the appropriate clothes for the job. Wearing sandals while mowing the lawn is just asking for trouble.

Source: esfi.org

4 April 2016 • Cooperative Connections Reader recipes Appetizers and Beverages

Hot olive puff powerhouse Green smoothie 1 cup grated natural sharp 1/4 tsp. salt 3/4 cup seedless green grapes 2/3 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt cheese 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/2 cup ripe banana slices 1-1/2 tsp. canola oil 3 T. soft butter 24 stuffed green olives 1/4 cup chopped kale 1/2 cup ice cubes 1/2 cup flour In blender, combine all ingredients. Blend for about 30 seconds to 1 minute or Blend cheese with butter. Stir in flour, salt and paprika; until desired smoothness is achieved. Yields 1 serving. Serving size: 1-2/3 cups mix well. Wrap 1 tsp. dough around each olive, completely covering olive. Bake at 400°F. for 10 to 15 minutes or until Nutritional analysis per serving: 290 calories; 7 g total fat (0.5 g saturated fat); 0 mg golden brown. May be prepared ahead and frozen until time cholesterol; 42 g carbohydrates; 3 g fiber; 31 g sugars; 17 g protein; 75 mg sodium; to bake. 502 mg potassium Carolyn K. Wickert, Baltic Pictured, Cooperative Connections

Cucumber sandwiches sunrise smoothie Please send 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, 1 (1 lb.) pkg. small cocktail 1-1/2 cups frozen sliced 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt your favorite softened bread, rye or pumpernickel strawberries 1/4 cup frozen pineapple pieces casserole, dairy 3 to 4 T. sour cream or real 2 large cucumbers, sliced 3/4 cup milk 2 T. sugar and dessert mayonnaise 1/4-inch thick 3/4 cup or 1 (6 oz.) can 2 T. orange juice recipes to your local electric 1 (1 oz.) pkg. Hidden Valley Dill weed pineapple juice 6 large ice cubes cooperative (ad- Ranch salad dressing mix, dry dress found on Place all ingredients into blender. Blend until smooth. Page 3). Each Combine first 3 ingredients in bowl; mix well. Spread on Garnish with fresh fruit. Serve immediately. recipe printed slices of bread. Top with a cucumber slice and sprinkle with Charlotte Hoverstadt, Webster will be entered dill weed. Refrigerate until ready to serve. into a draw- Jan Nelson, Belle Fourche Glazed Meatballs ing for a prize in June 2016. Milk punch 1 lb. ground beef 1 T. parsley All entries must 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce include your 12 oz. fruit punch concentrate, 2 quarts vanilla ice cream 1/3 cup minced onions 1/2 cup bottled chili sauce name, mailing address, tele- thawed 1 bottle lemon-lime soda 1/4 cup milk 12 oz. grape jelly 2 quarts cold milk phone number 1 egg, beaten and cooperative name. Combine punch, milk and ice cream; stir until ice cream Combine first 7 ingredients; mix well. Shape into 1-inch begins to melt. Add soda just before serving. balls. Place in cake pan. Bake at 375°F. for 20 to 30 Shirley Dreher, Clark minutes, until browned. Mix together chili sauce and grape jelly. Warm in microwave 2 minutes. Place meatballs in slow pepperoni Dip cooker. Add sauce and warm for 2 to 3 hours. Margene Paige, Presho 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, 1 can chopped green chiles, softened undrained Fruit Dip 1/2 cup sour cream 1 to 2 T. minced onion 3 oz. chopped pepperoni 1 can sweetened condensed milk 1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip 1 (6 oz.) can lemonade Combine all ingredients and put in a small baking dish. Bake at 325°F. for 30 minutes. Serve with crackers. Mix together all ingredients. Serve with any kind of fruit. Nancy Noess, Mitchell Catherine Jungwirth, Ashton

Cooperative ConneCtions • April 2016 5 Co-op News

Board News

Title VI – Statement of Nondiscrimination Board Summary Report In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of The board of directors of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regu- Southeastern Electric Coop- lations and policies, the USDA, its erative met Thursday, Feb. Agencies, offices, and employees, 25, 2016, with all directors and institutions participating in present except Pat Scheier. or administering USDA programs Also present were Manager are prohibited from discriminat- Brad Schardin, Attorney ing based on race, color, national Alan Peterson and staff origin, religion, sex, gender iden- members John McDonald, liminary financial report for as presented. tity (including gender expression), Tim Chance, Todd Nelson January 2016. • Approved estate refunds sexual orientation, disability, age, and Mark Neu. Operations Manager Tim for settlement of patronage marital status, family/parental sta- Manager Schardin in his Chance reviewed his outage capital. tus, income derived from a public report reviewed with the and safety reports for the • Approved member loan assistance program, political beliefs, board the following items: month of January and pro- requests as presented. or reprisal or retaliation for prior 1. Discussed a theft at the vided a demonstration of the • A motion was made and civil rights activity, in any program Marion office and damage to GIS mapping system. seconded to approve special or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all a locked file cabinet and the Marketing and Member equipment summaries. Mo- programs). Remedies and complaint status of territorial issues with Services Manager Mark Neu tion carried. filing deadlines vary by program or Northwestern Energy and reviewed his written report • A motion was made and incident. Xcel Energy. and provided an overview of seconded to approve a five- Persons with disabilities who 2. Reviewed plans to hold the results of a member sur- year pledge to the Sioux Falls require alternative means of com- the April board meeting in vey conducted by East River. Development Foundation/ munication for program informa- Alcester in conjunction with Consumer Relations and Forward Sioux Falls fund drive tion (e.g., Braille, large print, au- an open house for Operations IT Manager Todd Nelson and the second annual South diotape, American Sign Language, Manager Tim Chance. reviewed his written report, Dakota Peach Festival to help etc.) should contact the responsible 3. Discussed the status of informed the board of the cover the cost of the Touch- Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at adding office space for oper- circumstances surrounding a stone Energy® hot air balloon, (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or ations manager and linemen member stealing electricity, both in conjunction with East contact USDA through the Federal quarters in the Sioux Falls a billing error related to an River Electric and Sioux Valley Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. office. incorrect meter multiplier in Energy. Motion carried. Additionally, program information 4. Updated the board on the software and plans to in- • A motion was made and may be made available in languag- plans to hold a joint employee stall some remote disconnect seconded to authorize Wil- es other than English. training sessions for the co-ops meters on the project. deboer and Terveen to attend To file a program discrimina- in southeast South Dakota. In his legal report, Attorney the NRECA CCD Course tion complaint, complete the USDA 5. Informed the board that Peterson discussed the back- training on behalf of the co- Program Discrimination Complaint CFC has provided him with a ground of actions taken operative. Motion carried. Form, AD-3027, found online at draft of the strategic plan as recently in the court system • A motion was made and How to File a Program Discrimina- developed during the Feb. relating to the EPA’s Clean seconded to authorize Holm- tion Complaint and at any USDA 9-10 sessions. He also sum- Power Plan, ADA compliance berg and Mehlhaff to attend office or write a letter addressed marized the four key strategic as it applies to websites and the NRECA Legislative to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in areas – a financial plan, com- educational information on Conference on behalf of the the form. To request a copy of the munication plan, a human cooperative. Motion carried. executive sessions and confi- complaint form, call (866) 632- resources plan and facilities dentiality. • A motion was made and 9992. Submit your completed form plan. The cooperative’s expen- seconded to set the April or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. 6. Reviewed the circulation ditures for the month of board meeting for Thursday, Department of Agriculture, Office folder and various member- January 2016 were reviewed April 21, 2016, at the Alcester of the Assistant Secretary for Civil related issues. by Schardin. office. Motion carried. Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, CFO John McDonald Board members consid- The next regular monthly SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; reviewed his written report, ered and/or acted upon the meeting will be held on (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) the year-end budget-to-actual following matters: Thursday, March 24, 2016, at email: [email protected]. comparisons and the pre- • Accepted new members the Marion office.

6 April 2016 • COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS MarketingInformationInformation 2016 Marketing Rebates and Incentives

The cooperative Marketing and Rebate Program for 2016 has some slight changes from Southeastern Electric Incentive Program previous years. You’ll still find great savings. If you are planning to Rebates and incentives: build or remodel, give Air-to-Air Heat Pump Installations Southeastern Electric • Install an ENERGY STAR® (15 SEER) air-to-air heat pump to a new or Cooperative a call. existing system and receive up to a $600 rebate. You can make cost comparisons using any other Ground-Source Heat Pumps (GSHP) fossil fuel furnaces vs. electric • Install an ENERGY STAR® ground-source heat pump and receive up to heating equipment. These a $800 rebate. 10-kw electric resistance heat required. comparisons are helpful to figure long-term cost and 5 percent interest rate loans: paybacks. • A 5 percent interest rate electric heating system loan is available. The We provide cash rebates loan can be used for the installation of the electric equipment, the and 5 percent low interest ductwork, wiring for the equipment and the loop for a GSHP. The cooperative also has available home loans for new electric equip- weatherization, home service upgrade and grain drying (must meet SEC standards) loans. ment and installations cost. • Loan amounts of $5,000 and lower can be financed for up to 60 months. Southeastern also offers • Loan amounts greater than $5,000 up to $10,000 can be financed for up to 84 months. incentive rates for controlled • Check with SEC for details. heating and cooling with a high efficiency electric heat Requirements for receiving rebates and special rate. pump, the most efficient • The structure must receive electric service from Southeastern Electric and each structure is limited to one heating and cooling system rebate. A copy of the invoice for installed equipment is needed before a rebate can be issued and all heat available. pumps must be on the load management program to receive the rebate and the special rate. • An ENERGY STAR rating of 15 SEER is needed to receive the rebate. An invoice and/or the AHRI certificate is needed for proof of meeting the ENERGY STAR rating.

Water heater rebates: “Lifetime” warranty units of 50 gallons or more controlled by the load management system: (“Lifetime” warranty is on tank only, provided member has sent warranty card to manufactuer. Failure to send in warranty card limits warranty on tank to 10 years. There is a six year parts and labor warranty.)

• A 50-gallon lifetime Marathon® water heater can be purchased for $700 plus tax • An 85-gallon lifetime Marathon® water heater can be purchased for $650 plus tax • A 105-gallon lifetime Marathon® water heater can be purchased for $675 plus tax • Replacing fossil-fuel water heater in natural gas territory $500 plus tax Note: Water heater rebates subject to prior rebates

COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS • April 2016 7 Skilled Education Technical Schools See to Tomorrow’s Workforce

Two South Dakota technical institutes are College in Fergus Falls; Minnesota West Community once again being recognized on the national stage for and Technical College in Granite Falls, Northland their efforts to educate tomorrow’s workforce. Community and Technical College in Thief River Highlighting the critical importance of improving Falls; and Ridgewater College in Willmar. student success in America’s community colleges, the “Everyone in our organizations is focused on one Aspen Institute College Excellence Program named mission: building South Dakota’s technically skilled Lake Area Technical Institute (LATI) and Mitchell workforce. Our students can be confident their Technical Institute (MTI) among the nation’s top 150 education prepares them for in-demand technical community colleges eligible to compete for the 2017 careers; and business and industry can be assured our Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence and graduates are ready to tackle the challenges of today’s By $1 million in prize funds, as well as Siemens Techni- dynamic and technology-driven environment. As a Brenda cal Scholars Program student scholarships. system of four technical schools, we are committed Kleinjan The Prize, awarded every two years, is the na- to continually improving. National recognition like tion’s signature recognition of high achievement and the Aspen College Excellence program affirms our performance among America’s community colleges efforts are making a difference,” LATI President Mike and recognizes institutions for exceptional student Cartney and MTI President Mark Wilson said in a outcomes in four areas: student learning, certificate joint statement. and degree completion, employment and earnings, Nearly half of America’s college students attend and access and success for minority and low-income community college, with more than 7 million stu- students. Both schools have made the list since the dents – youth and adult learners – working towards inception of the award and Lake Area Tech has been certificates and degrees in these institutions across a Finalist with Distinction each time. the country. More than 6,300 students are currently Six Minnesota schools also made the list: Alexan- enrolled in South Dakota’s technical institute system. dria Technical and Community College in Alexan- “Community colleges have tremendous power to dria; Anoka-Ramsey Community College in Coon change lives and their success will increasingly define Rapids; Minnesota State Community and Technical our nation’s economic strength and the potential for

Right: Classroom instruction is part of technical institute education. Here, a Mitchell Technical Institute instructor works with a student in the classroom. On the Cover: MTI instructor Jason Juhnke supervises a student in MTI’s Heating and Cool- ing Technology program.

Photos courtesy Mitchell Technical Institute

8 April 2016 • COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS social mobility in our country,” said Josh Wyner, executive director of the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program. “This competition is designed to spotlight the excellent work Building a Better Future being done in the most effective community colleges, those Build Dakota is a new scholarship program created through a $50 mil- Skilled Education that best help students obtain meaningful, high-quality educa- lion investment funded by a $25 million donation from T. Denny Sanford tion and training for competitive-wage jobs after college. We and a $25 million contribution from the South Dakota Future Fund. hope it will raise the bar and provide a roadmap to better Build Dakota Scholarships will be awarded to skilled scholars entering Technical Schools See to Tomorrow’s Workforce student outcomes for community colleges nationwide.” high-need workforce programs at South Dakota technical institutes. Tiffany Sanderson, director of South Dakota’s Division of Build Dakota gives students entering South Dakota tech schools an Career and Technical Education, points out, “The four techni- opportunity to plan a foundation for their future. You’ll come out of cal institutes in Watertown, Mitchell, Sioux Falls and Rapid school with no student debt and a set of skills in high demand, so you’ll City do an outstanding job of preparing students as skilled be ready to hit the ground running and start your career right away. scholars, ready to contribute to business’ goals and the commu- The scholarship application priority period is Oct. 1 through Dec. 31. nities where they live. For half of our schools to be named to However, some schools may still be accepting applications through March the nation’s top 15 percent of two-year colleges, speaks heavily 20 for the 2016-2017 school year. to their quality.” South Dakota’s technical institutes came into being in 1965 Program Details as an extension of the K-12 education system. Since then, their • Both in-state students and out-of-state students are eligible for the status has changed to fully-accredited postsecondary institu- scholarships. tions that award Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees • The scholarships will support tuition, fees, books and other required in technical areas requiring unique training and education program expenses in the eligible technical institute programs. from other postsecondary institutions. • Recipients of the scholarships will commit to living and working in Supporters for tech ed point out that the schools status the state, in their field of study, for three years following graduation. under the South Dakota state constitution has not been recog- • In the first five years, a projected 300 scholarships will be awarded nized as the last change to the constitution dealing with post- annually. Beyond the first five years, the endowment will support ap- secondary education was made in 1944. As a consequence, the proximately 50 full-ride scholarships. state’s technical institutes lack a clearly defined and recognized status, they say. Eligibility Requirements Voters in the November general election will be asked to • U.S. citizen or U.S. national consider supporting Amendment R – The Skilled Workforce • Applicants need not be South Amendment, which advocates say will provide the foundation Dakota residents for fixing the shortage of skilled workers in South Dakota. The amendment would elevate the mission of the state’s four Financial Need technical institutes to a constitutional mandate, allowing for a Demonstrated aptitude through one stronger voice in prioritizing state and federal assets in support or more of the following: of the technical institute mission and increase their output • The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) or other industry- – entry level skilled workers. Amendment R is a result of a recognized certifications in the career area. House Joint Resolution that was passed unanimously through • Technical, dual or concurrent credit courses taken in the career both the House and the Senate and had proponents from the interest area. South Dakota Board of Regents, the governor’s office, business • Career and Technical Education coursework completed in the career and industry, technical institutes and school districts. interest area. Without the mandate, technical institutes have no advocate • Work-based learning experiences, internships or work experience to represent their realistic funding and program needs during in the career interest area. the state’s appropriations process. Per student funding is sig- • Enrolling as a first-time student. nificantly lower for technical institutes than it is for universities Student Commitment of K-12 districts. This creates staggering disparities, organiz- In accepting scholarship awards, recipients will agree to: ers with Tech Schools for South Dakota note. South Dakota’s • Enroll full-time in a technical institute program determined as a technical institutes cost less to operate than two-year colleges high-need workforce area in South Dakota. in the six surrounding states, but receive less state support. Stu- • Following graduation, work full-time in the field of study in South dents are left to make up the difference, paying more than their Dakota for a minimum of three years. counterparts at any two-year colleges in neighboring states. https://www.builddakotascholar- The Skilled Workforce Amendment: ships.com/#arrow Recognizes Aligns South Helps provide Educates skilled Allows our Clarifies where today’s need for Dakota’s public businesses with workers for im- technical schools our technical a job-focused education system much-needed mediate employ- direct access schools fit in our post-secondary with trends in skilled ment right here in to government state’s education education jobs-related employees South Dakota decision-makers landscape system education

COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS • April 2016 9 Board News Up For the Director Challenge? Become A Southeastern Electric Director

Southeastern Electric Cooperative is making plans for this dale West, Springdale East, Dayton West and Dayton East year’s annual meeting, which will be held June 9, 2016, in the townships in Lincoln County, all in South Dakota. Lennox High School Gymnasium and three directors will be District No. 8 shall consist of Delaware, Lincoln, Brooklyn, elected. Pleasant, Norway and Eden townships in Lincoln County; Three directors will be elected for a term of three years. The Prairie, Alcester, North Virginia, Emmet, Big Springs, South three-year terms will be from districts two (2), five (5) and Virginia, Spink, Sioux Valley West and Sioux Valley East town- eight (8). ships in Union County; and Riverside and Glenworth town- District No. 2 shall consist of Pleasant, Silver Lake, Wolf ships in Clay County, all in South Dakota. Creek, Grandview, Kassel, Valley, Sweet and Molan townships If you should decide to be a candidate for director on your in Hutchinson County; and Dolton, Rosefield, Childstown board of directors, you should be aware of the responsibilities and Salem townships in Turner County, all in South Dakota. involved. District No. 5 shall consist of Wall Lake, Wayne, Sioux Falls 1. A director must be prepared to abide by and uphold the and Splitrock townships in Minnehaha County; and Spring- bylaws of the cooperative. Continued on Page 11 HELP! Do you know these people? Contact Southeastern Electric at 1-800-333-2859 to reconnect these people with the money they are owed. Aanenson, Roxane Ahrens, Marie H Anderson, Tony S or Bakke, Kathy L Charlotte A Beyer, Dustin K Bordeaux-Barrow, Aasheim, Barbara J Albin, Rita M Nielsen, Nicole M Balo, Joan L Beeler, Nate E and Bierle, Diana J Shannon R Abbott, Tommy L Albrecht, Darvin Andrea, Curtis Bame, Sheila M Kobza, Amy A Binder, Sandra K Bormann, Melissa ABN AMRO Allgood, Sharon R Andrews, Trevor J Barnett, Chris J Bellas, James P or Blasius, Laci M and Bowden, R H Mortgage Allred, Forrest C, Armstrong, Dennis E Bartlett, Mitch W Karen A Albertson, Julie M Bowen, Michelle L or Adams Construction Chapter 7 Trustee Arnold, Roderick Bauman, Kenneth J Beman, Sitania S or Blom, Roger L and Daniel C Inc Altman, Leetoya Artz, Jason and Bauman, Robert C or Hobert J Yungwirth, Dennis Bowling, Amanda L Adams, Donnie T or Anders, Kenneth G Robinson, Jamie R Melanie E Benac, Sara L Bobic, Nermin Boyle, Alan Stacey R Anders, Nancy J Atkins, Jami A Baumiller, Corey Bennett, John L Boehmer, Nina I Boyle, Kenneth or Adler, Jessie L Andersen, Kevin T Atwood, Nick or Beaner, Michael Bennett, Phil Boever, Robert J or Susan O Adrian, Lindsie Andersen, Matt A Vicky L P and Lindner, Bergeson, Christine Sarah A Boyle, Sarah E Ahlquist, Lana Anderson, Jessica Ausland, Jade J Jeremy J Berke, Scott A Boldt, Betty J Brandsma, Michael L AHO Northwest LLC Anderson, Norma Baier, Jill M Beck-Benson, Rhonda Berndt, Daniel D Boomgarden, or Diane M Ahrendt, Seth G Anderson, Roger Bailey, Caitlin C Beeck, Arlin A or Bertrand, Eric R Darren L Brandt, Jessi M

Like to Cook?Send Us Your Recipes We are looking for original or your favorite recipes that are a hit at publication in Southeastern Electric Cooperative Connections. your house. Each month we will hold a drawing from the recipes that Recipes for the April magazine should be submitted by March 25. are submitted for a $10 credit on the winner’s electric account. The last winner of the $10 credit was Laurie Wernke, Lennox, S.D. Please note that each month’s winner will then be entered in a You can E-mail your recipes to [email protected] or mail yearly drawing for a grand prize at the end of the year, not at the them to Southeastern Electric, PO Box 250, Salem, SD 57058-0250. annual meeting. Upcoming recipe topics are casseroles in May, dairy in June, desserts All recipes that we receive will be forwarded to SDREA for possible in July and salads in August. 10 April 2016 • COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS Board News Challenge Meet Your SEC Directors Continued from Page 10 2. Directors act as trustees for the assets of the cooperative and protect its assets. 3. They formulate, approve and review policies to provide guidelines for the cooperative. 4. The board is responsible for sending representatives to the associations to which the cooperative is a member. 5. The board sends representatives to the meetings of East River Electric Power Cooperative and the South Dakota Rural President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Electric Association. Don Heeren Steve Holmberg Chris Hofer Daryl Terveen 6. The board members attend seminars District 3 District 8 District 4 District 9 and meetings of several organizations. 7. Directors are asked to lobby and remain informed on pertinent legislative issues. 8. A great deal of reading and study- ing is necessary to keep informed of current Rural Utilities Service (RUS) happenings and how they may affect the cooperative. 9. The board reviews financial reports, work plans and audits, approves purchas- es and evaluates cooperative operations. 10. An important quality required Lynell Hofer Leslie Mehlhaff of directors is responding to members’ District 2 District 1 concerns and questions. They need to be available to their constituents. 11. A good director must have a gen- uine spirit of wanting to help at all times. Board meetings usually are held on the third Thursday following the first Monday of each month. Director’s regular duties require an estimated 25 to 30 days a year. Directors for districts 2, 5 and 8 will be elected in 2016. If you are interested in being a candidate for director of the board, stop by one of SEC’s offices and pick up a Richard Olsen John Ostraat Pat Scheier Johnathan petition. The candidate must have 15 or District 7 District 5 District 10 Wildeboer more members of their district affix their District 6 signatures to the petition. Petitions will be available on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2016, at 9 a.m. and can be obtained by calling the office at 1-800-333-2859 or picked up at the Marion, Alcester or Salem offices. The petition should be returned to a Southeastern Electric office by noon Friday, April 22, 2016.

COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS • April 2016 11 Beyond Belief Don’t Let Scams Make You an April Fool

A quick search of the Internet reveals many often claim outrageous energy savings – sometimes as great ways to save energy around your home. much as 30 percent or more. They often use terms, Simple things, such as adding insulation or using such as power conditioning, capacitors and power energy efficient light bulbs, are simple and relatively factor, all of which are legitimate industry terms. inexpensive ways to save small amounts of energy. The sales pitch usually goes something like this: The same search will also reveal “amazing” prod- The device being sold will control alternating cur- ucts that claim to cut up to a third of your energy rent, power factor and reduce the cost of electric bill – without you changing anything about your bills. It will condition your power and make appli- By Brian Sloboda energy use habits. Claims like this sound too good ances last longer. The device uses no power and has to be true, and there is good reason for that. These no moving parts. It will make the motors in your claims almost always turn out to be exaggerations or home run better. The sales material often claims downright lies. that the utility doesn’t want you to know about the An energy efficiency scam is generally easy for a device. That last part is actually true – because it is person who works at an electric co-op to spot and a rip off. Variations of the product have been sold to identify. However, it isn’t so easy for most people. both residential and commercial customers. Scams generally center around misstatements of sci- There are several questions that you should ask a ence or confusion over utility programs. salesman (or yourself!) when reading an ad for the A popular scam is a little box that promises to next magical cure-all: save you energy. The box is a device that suppos- 1. Does it violate the laws of science? Some edly saves energy without the consumer making any products claim that they are capable of “changing changes to behavior, turning anything off or adjust- the molecular structure … to release never-before ing the thermostat. The people who sell these boxes tapped power.” Changing the laws of science is no

12 April 2016 • COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS easy task. If the inventors How to Spot a Scam http://www.ag.state.mn.us/Consumer/Publications/howtospotascam.asp truly can do this, the product Scammers are constantly reinventing new ways number. He called his bank using the telephone number will surely be sold at every to perpetrate old ploys. Whether you’re contacted by listed on the back of his credit card, which confirmed the store in the nation and they phone, mail, email, text or in-person, the following tips message was a scam. will become very wealthy. provide advice on how to spot a scam. They won’t be mailing out You are asked to keep it a secret. Scam artists flyers or operating from a may ask consumers not to tell anyone about the situa- Look For These Tell-Tale Red Flags poorly designed web site. tion so the consumer doesn’t get advice from someone You are contacted out of the blue. Scam who might detect the scam. If you are asked to keep 2. Was the product artists aim fake invoices, phony debt collection notices a transaction a secret, you should do the opposite: im- tested by an independent and spam emails at unsuspecting consumers hoping Beyond Belief group like a national lab mediately contact trusted family members or friends to they will pay before checking their records. You should investigate the situation and get their opinion: or university? If the perfor- never send money or provide personal information to mance of the product was not “Delores” received a call from a man she thought was unknown or unfamiliar people or entities. For example: her grandson, “Mike.” He said that he was in trouble and Don’t Let Scams Make You an April Fool tested and certified by a lab or “Steve” received a call from a man with a heavy other entity not connected to needed money fast. Mike claimed that he was embarrassed foreign accent who claimed to be calling from the IRS about about the situation and pleaded with Delores not to tell the company selling it, then supposed unpaid taxes. Steve knew he’d paid his taxes anyone about the matter, especially his parents. After the call be skeptical. Call the third on time and didn’t owe any money. When the individual ended, Delores called her daughter, who said Mike wasn’t in party group and talk to them. said he had to pay immediately to avoid a penalty, Steve any trouble at all. Sometimes scammers lie hung up. about the tests. You are asked to act quickly. Scam artists may 3. Is it too good to be You are required to send money upfront to say that there is a limited time to act in order to get Legitimate companies never require true? In today’s economic receive a prize. people to pay money before they have time to think the someone to pay money upfront to receive a prize. times, saving money is top of situation through: Consider this: mind. We want something “John and Mary” were in the market to sell their “Bill” received a mailing that claimed he’d won $1 timeshare in the Bahamas. They received a call from a sup- to be true so that we can save million in an overseas lottery. The mailing stated that he money, improve our lives posedly local Bahamian company that claimed it had found needed to pay $500 for “taxes” to receive his winnings. a buyer who wanted to buy the unit that same day and and feed our families. But Bill knew that foreign lotteries were illegal – and he asked John and Mary to immediately pay a large upfront wanting something to work certainly hadn’t entered one – so he tossed the mailing in fee. When they asked for a few days to think about it, the doesn’t mean it will. the trash. individual claimed that they must send him the money that Sometimes energy scam- day or forfeit the opportunity. John and Mary let the “deal” mers contact consumers You are asked to send money via a wire go because they weren’t going to send money before they directly, either by calling or transfer or “reload pack.” Scam artists often had time to review the documents and research the com- stopping by and claiming instruct consumers to send money by wire transfer or pany. It’s a good thing they did, because this was a scam. they represent the local elec- reloadable money packs. Sending money in these forms You receive payment in the form of a tric co-op. Never give anyone is the same as sending cash – it is nearly untraceable cashier’s check or money order. Scam artists can personal or financial informa- and once the money is sent, it is generally gone for create counterfeit checks and money orders that look tion who claims to be an em- good. Just consider: remarkably authentic. After your financial institution ployee of the co-op without “Mike” received a call from someone who claimed to represent the “U.S. Government Grant Department.” cashes a check or money order, it generally has up to confirming their identity. If The caller asked him to put $325 on a reloadable money two weeks to reverse the transaction. If the check or they call, ask for a call back pack and call back with the numbers on the back of the money order ultimately ends up being counterfeit, your number, then verify their card to receive a $5,000 grant. Mike hung up because he financial institution will probably hold you responsible identity with your co-op. If knew that giving the number on the back of the card to the for any portion of the funds that were used or sent back they stop by, ask the person individual was as good as giving him cash. to the scam artist. For example: for a valid employee ID. “Terri” was trying to sell her car on an online classified The key is to be skeptical You are asked to provide personal or Banks, government agencies site. One of the offers she received included a check for an and ask questions. Asking financial information. amount greater than the sale price. The purported buyer tough questions and being and legitimate companies only ask consumers to provide told her the overpayment was for shipping and asked her skeptical will not offend hon- personal information in rare circumstances and don’t do to wire the money to a transporter. Terri asked her bank to est people. Remember, if it so by email or text message. Scam artists impersonate look over the check. Sure enough, it was counterfeit. It’s a sounds too good to be true, it these types of entities and use deceptive messages to good thing Terri didn’t wire the overage to the transporter, because her money would have been gone for good. probably is. lure consumers into providing their private information so they can use it to commit fraud. Never provide your private information in response to an unsolicited call, It sounds too good to be true. If something Brian Sloboda is a technical sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Consider this: research analyst specializing in email or text message. Instead, call the entity at the number listed on its website or the back of your card. “Rhoda” received a mailing that offered an “exclusive” energy efficiency and renewable work-at-home opportunity earning $5,000 a week. Rhoda energy for the Business Technol- For example: became suspicious when she noticed the bulk mailing stamp “Roberto” received a text message that appeared to ogy Strategies (BTS), a service on the envelope. She asked herself, “how many others had come from his bank. It said he should call a toll-free number received a similar offer?” A quick Internet search told her of the Arlington, Va.-based to reactivate his credit card. Roberto knew his credit card National Rural Electric Coop- that thousands of people apparently had – and the offer was working properly and didn’t recognize the texter’s was a scam. erative Association.

COOPERATIVE CONNECTIONS • April 2016 13 Capital Credits

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Brandt, Ryan L and Crisp, Mark J Doyle, Kevin T or Flowers, Jessica Gutierrez, Rene Hjellming Juhnke, Jerold or Olson, Athena J Crown Construction Ying Y Fodness, Carmen Haar, Laurie J Construction Co Carrol Brekke, Zach Inc Dream Builders Fokken, John Haddican, Patti L Hodge, Karen Jungwirth, Jonda J Brewer, Tawny L and Cruz, Francisco D Drewes, Kali A Folk, Steve Hagen, Ryan M Hodgson, Craig R or Kalas, Valerie A Latterell, Daniel C Cunningham, Driver, Dale A or Fossum, Dillon Flint, Nicole D Camille R Kathner, Lincoln A Brockberg, Sarah Danielle L Christina D Freedom Builders Hager Const Inc Hoegh, Owen E Swenson, Quinn A Brown, Nancy R Czepull, Tanya K Dubbelde, Luvern N Freeman Sportswear Halligan, Laura Hoegh, Leah C Kathol, Kris C Buckstead, Dennis C Daggett, Kenneth I or Kayla R Freeman, Steve Halweg, Corey Hoek, Troy R Keating, Isaiah Buckstead, Todd or Daggett, Nicole L Duffey, Mark A and Frieden, Elizabeth A Halweg, Jenna Hofer, Berdene Kehoe, John C Lisa Dahle, Chad J and Findley, Lezlea C Fryda, Lisa R Hammer, Douglas or Hofer, Dustin Howard, Stacy M Burckhardt, Darrell Orr, Tiffany R Duimstra, John Fuerst, Tammie L Helen A Hofer, Kevin L Keithline, Elizabeth M Butenschoen, Lee A Dahl, Richard B or Dunmire, Laura Funge, Kyle O Hansen, Amanda M Hoffman, Byron J Kelly, Jeremy Buwalda, Joel C Diane L Dvorak, Robert L G & P Const Inc Hansen, Brad L Hohn, Eleanor Kennedy, Tanya M or Campbell, Jonathon Dahmen, Jeffrey A Dwyer, Sam Gacke, Scott R or Hansen, Cheryl L Holmgren, Douglas Davin J or Melissa Dailey, Dorothea N Dyk, Douglas W Emily A Hansen, Daniel D Holmquist, Eric Kenzy, Douglas L Carda, Heather A Darby, Ron Laiacone- Dykstra, Travis A Garry, Gloria Hansen, Julie A Holscher, Scott N Kidd, Raymond and Buol, David D Darby, Roberta Eastman, Kip D Garver, Alan Hansen, Jeff L Miner, Amy M Kilgore, Andy L Cariddi, Ruth A Dasent, Tony J and Ebert, Brock Garza, Melyssa A Hansen, Karen M Holt, Keith J Kingma, Bonnie L Carlson, Nichole L Diosdado, Carolina Edwards, Hazel E Gatwech, John W Hanson, Paul J or Horton, Jeremy Obbink, Michelle J Cash Flow LLC Dather, Luann J Edwards, Sheena L Geise, Mike P Stephanie S Household Beneficial Kirkpatrick, Jason R Chase, Cynthia L Dau, Grant Eggebraaten, Matt Gelroth, Veona K Haper, John H Financial Hofer, Adam J Christensen, Darin D Davis, Danielle C Eichel, Helga H Gerry, R S Harders, Michael J Houselog, Deven S Kleinwolterink, Christensen, Duane L Davis, Kory N Eidsvold, Laura J or Gibson, Michael D or Harless, Barbra A or Jolind M Aaron D or Dianne K Dawson, Emily M Shawn R Rakel M Harms, Chad K or Howe, Larry W Klinger, Tammy Christensen, Sarah E Debelts, Fred or Eischens, Gina L and Gillihan, Martin J or Cara P Huckfeldt, Opal Kloote, Michael J Church of the Irene Sheik, Kyle D Natalie Harms, Elizabeth D Hudson, Alma A KMB Diversified Nazarene Decker, Donald E EMC Mortgage Glasoe, Mikkel Hatton, Jennifer R Hummel, Marjorie H Services Inc Clark, Brian R Deen, Doug Engler, Jon Gnewuch, Lisa D Hawkins, Erin Hyde, Brady Koch, Dan Clark, James E DeGroot, Jonathon J Ens, Anthony A Goehner, Charles Hawkins, B E Hyronimus Brothers Koelling, Christopher Clemons, Michelle or Jayne M. 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Trygstad, Eric W Weniger, Jamie R Carrol Leins, Clifton or or Katherine OK Construction Reese, Jason Denise M Turner, Jay W or Wenzel, Courtney Jungwirth, Jonda J Monica Miller, Casey Brooks, Owen L Reinartz, Amber R Smith, Mellisa J Darci L Werner, Dan Kalas, Valerie A Leitheiser, Lisa A Miller, Edward O’Kello, Joyce Reiner, Russell J Smith, Michelle Underberg, Debbie L West, Kelly or Michon Kathner, Lincoln A Leiting, Jennifer L Miller, Marvin E Oland, Bradley J Rens, Lori A Smith, Scott Unzelman, Michel J Westergaard, Sara J Swenson, Quinn A Lien, Shane D or Miller, Rocky Olesen, Carol J Republic Bank Sneve, Dayton L USD, School of Whetsel, Paula J Kathol, Kris C Theresa A Miller, Wayne R Olson, Carol or David Reynolds, Phillip C Bendizen, Melissa L Medicine Wiebersch, Kory P Keating, Isaiah Liesinger, Janet C Miller, Janet S Bernard, Jr. Richards, Jon Snider, Rhonda L VanBeek, Clarence or Wiebersch, Stacy A Kehoe, John C Lint, Gary J Milton, David R Olson, Doug Richter, Margaret 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