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As a cooperative group of people
-- over 12,700 accounts -- we work and act together toward
a common goal and unite as one. As that large group, we also
have a tremendous voice and buying power, and that's a huge
benefit of membership. As a result, we can enjoy many advantages
simply because we are members of a cooperative. Here's
some of the perks!
- A vote - Cooperative members are owners
and may participate in the direction of the company. That's
what we mean by democratic
member control.
- Competitive rates - Decades of careful
growth and planning have made HWE a remarkably stable electric
provider whose members enjoy quality electric service at
affordable prices. Contributing to this stability
is our alliance with OREC,
Inc. and electric cooperatives throughout our state.
Because we're part of a statewide system, we're able to
keep the wholesale rates we pay low and assure our members
an abundance of reasonably priced power. Another factor
is the very nature of the cooperative itself. As a
nonprofit, we operate solely to provide electricity, not
to increase profit for shareholders. This is why we
return excess funds in the form of patronage
capital to our members. These stable, affordable
rates catalyze business growth which, in turn, has far-reaching
effects on the quality of life enjoyed by all our members.
- Money back - All members are entitled
to patronage capital.
- Annual Meeting - We hope you will join us each
year at the HWE Annual Meeting, a free event featuring delicious
food, entertainment, prizes, exhibits and a business meeting.
It is important for you to learn how your company is responding
to today's business challenges. Announcements concerning
the Annual Meeting appear in our magazine and newsletter
in the summer.
- Rebates - Our programs provide rebates to members
who install high-efficiency heating/cooling options, use
resource-saving building features and participate in demand-reduction
programs.
- Publications - You'll receive Co-op
Power News and Country Living mailed to your
home every month. They're filled with cooperative news,
information, stories, tips and ideas. You can also request
many excellent safety and energy efficiency
brochures through our Web
site or by visiting our lobby.
- Payment plans - We offer several convenient
methods for making
bill paying easier.
- Seasonal trips with HWE - HWE offers fun one-day
trips every season (spring, summer, fall, winter). The benefit
of joining us is the camaraderie and friendship with fellow
members, as well as taking advantage of the great group
discount packages we can assemble by traveling in large
numbers.
- Cedar Point tickets - We've arranged a special rate for members only, and you may purchase them in our lobby during normal business hours when the park is open for the season (usually May-October).
- Sporting event tickets - Occasionally we are able
to obtain tickets to area sporting events, and we pass on
the group discount to you! We have attended games to watch
these teams in the past: Toledo Storm, Toledo Mud Hens,
Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Browns and
Cleveland Cavaliers.
- Holiday Light Contest - We offer a fun holiday
light contest every December, open only to those who live
on our lines, and you can win fantastic prizes.
- Scholarships & Youth Tour - Open only to those
on our lines, we extend thousands of dollars each year through
scholarships, and help youth learn about our government
through a trip to Washington, D.C.
- Website - This very website -- www.hwelectric.com -- offers you a huge resource for all of our services in a fast, convenient, round-the-clock format.
- Other - We have sold limited edition toy trucks,
given tours of the building, satellite TV discounts, special
credit cards and offered many other deals in the past. Keep
checking our website and reading our publications for more
great deals to come!
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