January 2021 Newsletter
Dear valued member,

Happy New Year! This year brings with it some great new opportunities from LPEA, including nine college scholarships ($500 - $28,000) for graduating high school seniors, and a new slate of rebate programs - including one for electric bikes. Read on for more details.

The LPEA team has also finalized our 5-Year Operational Plan to guide our work from 2021-2025. Read that document to learn how we will continue delivering you affordable, reliable, safe, and clean power.

Happy 2021!

Hillary Knox, VP of Communications
Featured Articles
Message from the CEO, Jessica Matlock
CEO Jessica Matlock looks back on 2020 and looks forward to LPEA's 5-Year Operational Plan, which will guide how we deliver you affordable, reliable, safe, and clean power into the future.
Get money back in 2021 with LPEA's rebate programs
If you’re considering an upgrade or improvement project for your home or business, LPEA offers myriad opportunities to save money and energy with our rebate programs. See what's on offer for 2021!
REMINDER: LPEA scholarship applications due March 1st!
LPEA is offering nine scholarships – from $500 to $28,000 – for graduating high school seniors. Find out more at our virtual information session on Thursday, February 4th at 6:00 p.m. and apply online.
Interested in running for LPEA's Board of Directors?
Four of LPEA’s director seats are up for election. If you want to get more involved with LPEA, we encourage you to apply. Board Candidate Packets will be posted on our website next month.
Heads Up!
Material delays due to COVID-19
LPEA is facing material shortages nationwide due to COVID-19. It can now take two months to receive meter panels and transformers, which are the two biggest components of jobs like extending electric service to new homes and upgrading service to existing homes. We are doing our best to serve you amidst these delays. Thank you for your patience!
Faces of LPEA
Janelle Thunstrom
Executive Assistant
Janelle, a resident of Bayfield since 2007, joined the LPEA team this month. She and her husband have three children and a dog named Lou. Last year, Janelle's husband built their new home, where the family is making lasting memories. They love to ride ATV’s and take their motorhome on adventures.
Giving Back
Give the gift of warmth this winter by donating to LPEA's Giving Tree.
We are accepting donations through January 29th to help members struggling to pay their LPEA bill. Donation envelopes and drop boxes are available at the drive-through lanes of the Durango and Pagosa Springs offices or call us at 970-247-5786.