Tag: Umatilla Electric Cooperative
Hermiston Council Votes to Increase Electric Rate in 2 Phases During...
The Hermiston City Council did what the mayor called “the worst part of the job” Monday night in voting to increase electrical rates for...
Morrow County Works Around Pandemic for Virtual Career Day
Every year, during their annual job shadow/career day, Morrow County students get the opportunity to explore the question, “what do I want to be...
UEC Donation Will Provide New Drone to Search and Rescue Team
Umatilla County Search and Rescue Foundation received a donation of $5,000 from Umatilla Electric Cooperative for the purchase of a new drone.
The drone will...
Elementary Students Encouraged to Enter UEC Poster Contest
Just a few days remain for students in grades 1-5 living in Umatilla and Morrow counties to enter Umatilla Electric Cooperative’s Safety Poster Contest....
Amazon Web Services Donating Funds to Lessen COVID-19 Impacts
Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) and Hermiston Energy Services (HES) announced they are working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to donate funds to support local...
Morrow County School District Receives Grant for Virtual Learning
The Morrow County School District recently received a $25,000 donation from Amazon Web Services (AWS), Umatilla Electric Cooperative and Hermiston Energy Services.
The money will...
Umatilla Electric Co-op Announces 2020-2021 Scholarship Winners
Umatilla Electric Cooperative is pleased to announce that 14 individuals have received $3,000 college scholarships for the 2020-2021 academic school year, for a total...
UEC Crews Work Throughout Weekend to Restore Electrical Power
A weekend wind storm uprooted trees, downed power lines and shut off power for many Eastern Oregon residents.
Saturday’s wind storm saw peak gusts hit...
UEC Releases 2019 Financial Results, Announces Board Election Results
Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) released its 2019 financial results and certified the election of three positions on the Board of Directors during its 83rd Annual...
Umatilla Electric Cooperative to Distribute $2.5 Million into Economy
The Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) Board of Directors has approved $2.5 million to be distributed to members in April 2020 as part of the...
UEC Suspending Lobby Hours
Lobby hours at Umatilla Electric Cooperative offices in Hermiston and Boardman have been suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus outbreak.
In following Gov....
Boardman Chamber Luncheon Set For Dec. 18 at Riverfront Center
The Boardman Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 12 p.m. at the Riverfront Center, 2 Marine Drive.
Lunch is...
Hermiston Council OKs Annexation for Residential Development
The Hermiston City Council approved a request Monday night to annex approximately 40 acres of land to allow for the development of single-family homes...
Horneck Memorial Banquet, Fun Run to Raise Money for 4-H, Funland
A banquet and fun run are planned for Saturday, Sept. 28 to remember Don Horneck and raise money for ag education in his honor.
Sponsored...
Even With Looming BPA Hike, UEC Rates Among Lowest in Nation
Umatilla Electric Cooperative’s general manager updated the Hermiston City Council on several topics Monday night, including potential rate changes and a program to help...
Breakfast to Focus on Incentives for Energy-Efficiency Upgrades
Energy Trust of Oregon and Umatilla Electric Cooperative will host a breakfast to share how local businesses and contractors can get cash incentives for...
Umatilla Electric Cooperative CEO Pays Tribute to Workers, Members
Umatilla Electric Cooperative celebrated its 82nd year with its annual meeting and dinner that put the focus on its employees and members.
More than 500...
Umatilla Electric Annual Meeting, Dinner Set for Saturday at EOTEC
Umatilla Electric Cooperative’s Annual Meeting & Membership Dinner will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, April 20 at a new location, the Eastern...
Clean Sweep Events Coming to Hermiston During Month of April
Umatilla County residents will have three opportunities in April to divest themselves of accumulated junk during this year’s Clean Sweep events in Hermiston.
During the...
Groundbreaking Energy Facility Coming to Morrow County
Portland General Electric Company and NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc., today announced plans to construct a new energy facility...
