July Message from Randall Pugh
President/CEO

Are you one of the many members missing out on the benefits of cooperative membership? With money-saving products and services, credit union membership and employees available to answer your questions, your cooperative membership is the key to you getting the maximum for the minimum.

All it takes is one phone call or click of the mouse, and you're on your way. Our security service, EMC Security, is ranked among the top 100 security companies in the nation. They don't need contracts; they earn your business every day. We're also partners with the Associated Credit Union, and our partnership allows us to share the benefits of membership with you. Are you looking to finance a car or home, saving for retirement or establishing a college fund? With low interest rates and a variety of financial services available, credit union membership may be the best financial option for you.

If you're looking to decrease your energy bill, we have new and innovative ways to put an end to those energy zappers. Very often, our members find that simple things such as additional energy-using appliances make a difference in their bill. Two of the larger, often overlooked, items are the hot tub and pool heater.

Our residential marketing representatives can help you determine if a High Tech Energy Audit is right for you. The audit is a high-tech, scientific analysis of your home's energy use, including ductwork and your heating and air conditioning unit's airflow. Whether it's simple or more involved, we have the tools to give you peace of mind that your home isn't wasting valuable energy dollars.

There's an old saying that lightning never strikes in the same place twice, and we have products in place to ensure that if it does strike, your electronics and appliances won't get fried in the process. Our Lightning Pro products are affordable and a secure measure to protect your electronics.

I'm often asked why membership in the cooperative makes a difference. Besides being cooperative members, you're also owners. Your member/owner status grants you access, most of which is free, to products and services. Our idea of serving you is to provide you choices to make your cooperative membership better. Don't miss out on taking advantage of your cooperative membership and enjoy maximum service for the minimum.

Randall Pugh
President/CEO.