https://www.flatheadelectric.com/roundup-for-safety-supports-projects-in-libby-kalispell-and-more/
[…] Cooperative’s Roundup for Safety board awarded $33,986 in support of community safety projects proposed by nonprofit organizations.  The Libby Police Department received Roundup for Safety funds to update their nearly obsolete Tasers. Chief Cody Ercanbrack presented on behalf of the department, explaining that the current Tasers are “worn out and less than 25% […]
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/roundup-for-safety-awards-12705-to-support-libby-safety-projects/
[…] Libby Public Schools asked for help funding a backstop for a new youth softball field. Turner Mountain/Kootenai Winter Sports requested assistance purchasing medical supplies and a rescue toboggan for its all–volunteer ski patrol, one of the last of its kind. Turner Mountain ski patroller Jeff Carlson expanded, “each patroller supplies their own ski equipment, […]
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/flathead-electric-co-op-celebrates-national-hydropower-day/
Hydropower is reliable, affordable, and carbon-free. Raise a glass of water to celebrate National Hydropower Day with your Co-op!Â
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/faqs/what-is-directional-pruning/
Directional pruning:
Removes branches growing toward the power lines while leaving those that are growing away
Is the most appropriate pruning method for utility line clearance
How will a tree look after it is directionally pruned?
Trees growing directly under power [...]
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/roundup-for-safety-helps-cross-country-athletes-safely-cross-the-finish-line/
The Roundup for Safety Board awarded $37,225 in community safety grants to nonprofit organizations at its September 8 meeting, including a $7,500 grant requested jointly by the Kootenai Cross Country Running Team and the Kootenai Cross Country Ski Club.Â
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/faqs/how-are-trees-pruned-in-a-remote-or-wooded-area/
In remote/rural locations, utilities:
Often utilize mechanical equipment to increase efficiency and worker safety
Large saws mounted on high-reaching booms can be used to prune the sides of right-of-way corridors
In some cases, saws are suspended from helicopters
Chemical application [...]
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/conrad/
Did you know that the Conrad Mansion, completed in 1895, planned for electricity before it was even available in the Flathead Valley?
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/roundup-for-safety-awards-34356-towards-6-safety-projects/
The Roundup for Safety Board awarded $12,000 to improve safety at Fair-Mont-Egan.Â
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/june-storm-brought-record-floods-to-flathead-electric-co-op-service-territories/
In the May issue of Light Reading, we introduced you to John Hahn, Journeyman Lineman in the Co-op’s Cooke City-Silver Gate service area, just north of Yellowstone National Park.
https://www.flatheadelectric.com/my-account-bill/rates-service-fees/residential-demand-charge/
[…] a premium for power used during peak hours. It also gives members more control over their power bill because they can reduce their demand by shifting usage to off–peak hours. Understanding Demand Electricity that is delivered to your home has to be generated at the same exact time you’re using it. (This is why, […]
