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Union Rural Electric (URE) is democratically governed by the members it serves. The strength of the cooperative lies in having a qualified and committed board of trustees. Trustees serve as elected representatives and are accountable to our members.

2 board seats are up for election in 2026: District 3 (Paris Township) and District 6 (Darby Township). If you live in either District 3 or 6 and are in good standing with the cooperative, you are eligible to run for the board of trustees.

All Members Vote!

Cooperative members elect trustees each year to serve a three-year term. Members vote for trustees before the annual meeting, and the election results are announced at the annual meeting. The 2026 annual meeting is Saturday, June 6. Members will receive voting information in the mail in May. Each member can vote for one trustee candidate in each district up for election, using SmartHub, online, or by mail.

Board of Trustees Responsibilities

The board of trustees manages the business and affairs of the cooperative. Trustees represent fellow members and meet each month to set policies and approve budgets. Board members attend a monthly board meeting conducted at the cooperative’s office on the last Tuesday of each month. The meetings begin at 9 a.m. and conclude by 1 p.m. Board members are active in their communities, attend many of the cooperative’s events, and are highly encouraged to attend other meetings and training opportunities throughout the year.

The board of trustees represents the members of URE as the governing body for the cooperative. Each trustee is a member of the cooperative. Board members are nominated by district and are elected at-large. The board of trustees makes decisions that affect the entire membership and represents the interests of all members.