Manager’s Message – July 2019
Dear Members: As part of its cost reduction efforts, your board of directors has changed the format of the 2019 annual membership meeting....
Jul
2019
Jul
2019
Shares Still Available!
Participation in Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Co-op’s Community Solar Program brings many benefits to its members, including savings on monthly bills, elimination of worries...
Jul
2019
Do’s and Don’ts of Generator Safety
By Donna Mills Backup power from generators can be helpful when storms, natural disasters or accidents cause unexpected electrical power failures—but it also...
Jul
2019
Are You Ready to Drive Electric?
Take Advantage of Plumas-Sierra’s $500 Electric Vehicle Rebate Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative offers rebates on purchased or leased plug-in electric vehicles or plug-in...
Jul
2019
The PSREC Annual Meeting Has A New Date, Time and Location
Thursday, September 5 4:30 p.m. at the Sierra Valley Grange, 92202 Highway 70, Vinton, California. In an effort to reduce costs and increase...
Jun
2019
Public Safety Power Shutoffs: What They Are, What They Mean For You
Public Safety Power Shutoffs are a part of Pacific Gas & Electric’s Community Wildfire Safety Program. This coming summer, PG&E will de-energize electric...
Jun
2019
Unplug to be More Connected
By Anne Prince “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” Author Anne Lamott cleverly captures...
Jun
2019
Electric Rate Changes Take Effect July 1
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative is instituting a two-part rate increase effective July 1. PSREC does not take this rate increase lightly and has...
Jun
2019
Celebrate What’s Passed Down and What’s Picked Up
Family traits are passed down from generation to generation — maybe it’s eye color, nose shape, or the propensity to make others laugh....
Jun
2019
Manager’s Message – June 2019
Dear Members: Thank you for participating in the meetings last month to provide your input on the proposed rate increase and PSREC’s Wildfire...
May
2019
Manager’s Message — May 2019
Dear Members: The electric utility industry in California is rapidly changing due to legislation and wildfire impacts. Given the last two horrific fire...
May
2019
Wildfire Season is Coming…Are You Ready?
It’s not a question of if, but when, the next major wildland fire will occur. Through advanced planning, understanding, and preparation we can...
May
2019
Qualifications and Nomination Procedures for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative
If you are interested in running for the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, please contact General Manager Bob Marshall at 800-555-2207...
May
2019
Wildfire Season Is Coming… Are You Ready?
It’s not a question of if, but when, the next major wildland fire will occur. Through advanced planning, understanding, and preparation we can...
Apr
2019
Photo Contest 2019
Attention Shutterbugs: Get your photo on the cover of PSREC’s edition of Ruralite magazine! PSREC distributes more than 7,000 copies of Ruralite each...
Apr
2019
Lineworker Appreciation Day — April 8, 2019
Committed to the job Committed to safety Committed to you, our members.
Apr
2019
The Power Behind Your Power: PSREC Line Crews
Lineworker appreciation day is April 8. So during the month of April, if you see a lineworker, please pause to say thank you...
Apr
2019
Manager’s Message — April 2019
Dear Members: Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 8. National studies consistently rank power line installers and repairers among the most dangerous jobs in...
Mar
2019
Last Call for Scholarship Applications
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its telecommunications subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications, are offering two $1,000 scholarships. All interested students are encouraged to apply by...
Mar
2019
Power Outage Priorities
Transmission lines and substation facilities that carry large power loads are repaired first. Next, major distribution lines are repairs to restore power to...
Mar
2019
More Than Poles and Wires. A Launch Pad.
New poles and wires mean greater reliability for local homes and businesses. Our members know energy will be here when they need it....
Mar
2019
Three Easy DIY Projects to Save Energy
By Abby Berry Winter weather can have a big impact on your energy bills, hitting your pockets a little harder than you would...
Mar
2019
Manager’s Message — March 2019
Dear Members: It has been a fairly wild winter so far, and I would like to thank the hard work of Jason Harston,...
Feb
2019
PSREC Heat Pump Programs Can Save You Money
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative still offers rebates to help offset the cost of installing new air- and ground-source heat pumps. Heat pumps are...
Feb
2019
Scholarship Recipient Wins Big at Logging Competition
By Emily Compton It was a cloudy, brisk morning in November as Erin Sheridan started warming up for Cal Poly San Luis Obispo’s...
Feb
2019
Manager’s Message — February 2019
Dear Members: We had an interesting storm in early January. The big storm, with wet, heavy snow, shortly after the New Year is...
Jan
2019
Manager’s Message — January 2019
Dear Members: Happy new year! 2018 was a full, productive year for PSREC and PST. PSREC continued to improve system reliability and response...
Jan
2019
Help Us Help You
We’re updating our records so we can keep you posted Update your information through our online account management site, SmartHub. You may also...
Jan
2019
Plumas-Sierra Offers Scholarships to Local Students
Attending a college or university in the fall? Plumas-Sierra may be able to help make it easier with scholarships. Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative...
Jan
2019
PSREC Winter Rate Assistance Program
Encouraging energy conservation in low-income households PSREC is still taking applications for the Winter Rate Assistance Program. Once approved you can receive a...
Dec
2018
Manager’s Message — December 2018
Dear Members: Merry Christmas and happy holidays! We hope you have a happy and safe holiday season. If you or your family are...
Dec
2018
Committed to Its Communities
Publicly owned utilities invest in improving the lives of those they serve Compiled by Pam Blair In big ways and small, the public...
Nov
2018
2.5-MW Solar Installation Complete
By Emily Compton On the brisk morning of November 13, with the sun peeking through the clouds, Sierra Army Depot, Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric...
Nov
2018
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Wishing you a wonderful holiday season.
Nov
2018
Happy Thanksgiving
It’s a Special Day, Any Way You Slice It We hope what’s placed on the table — from roast turkey to pumpkin pie...
Nov
2018
Manager’s Message — November 2018
Dear Members: PSREC’s crews work year-round to prevent outages, and have been preparing for winter’s arrival. Being prepared for an emergency and knowing...
Nov
2018
You Can Make the Holidays Brighter for Local Families
Area charities are working hard to make the holiday season brighter by collecting money, toys, bikes, new clothing and canned goods and non-perishables....
Nov
2018
Ready · Set · Safe: Planning Ahead for Emergencies
No one can predict an emergency or a power outage—but you can lessen the impact to your comfort and safety by thinking ahead....
Nov
2018
Win an All-Expenses-Paid Trip to Washington, D.C.
Enter the 2019 Washington Youth Tour Essay Contest Area high school sophomores, juniors and seniors have the chance win an all-expenses-paid trip to...
Oct
2018
Manager’s Message – October 2018
Dear Members: The 2018 PSREC Annual Member Meeting was a great event. Thanks to everyone who joined us for the day. Eastern Plumas...
Oct
2018
2017 Power Content Label
2017 Power Content Label Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative ENERGY RESOURCES Power Mix 2017 CA Power Mix** Eligible Renewable 5% 29% Biomass &...
Oct
2018
We Are More Powerful Together
PSREC hosted its 81st Annual Meeting of Members on Saturday, September 8th with a lot of help from our friends and neighbors, another...
Oct
2018
2018 Photo Contest Winners
We asked professionals from the staff at Ruralite magazine to again judge PSREC’s 2018 Cover Photo Contest, and award the top photo entries....
Sep
2018
Notice of Annual Meeting of the Members
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2018 Regular Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural...
Sep
2018
Plumas-Sierra REC Winter Rate Assistance Program
PSREC is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 Winter Rate Assistance Program (WRAP). Call or go online for an application today; once approved...
Sep
2018
Manager’s Message – September 2018
Dear Members: The cooperative’s 2018 annual meeting is Saturday, September 8. We hope you will join us for a fun, informative day at...
Aug
2018
Notice of Annual Meeting of the Members
To: Members of Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Notice is hereby given that the 2018 Regular Annual Meeting of the Membership of Plumas-Sierra Rural...
Aug
2018
A Letter to the Members – August 2018
Dear Members: 2017 was a good year. We are proud to say there was no rate increase. Unfortunately, 2018 has been a year...
Aug
2018
2017 Annual Member Meeting Minutes
September 9, 2017 Pursuant to notice thereof, the 2017 Annual Meeting of the Members of the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative was held at...
Aug
2018
2017 Financial Report
The 2017 financial reports are presented on a consolidated basis for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. The consolidated statement...
Aug
2018
Subsidiary Update
Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications has continued to expand its systems during the past year. We were able to acquire the abandoned cable TV systems in...
Jul
2018
Manager’s Message – July 2018
Dear Members: It is with a sad heart that I inform you of the passing of District 1 Director, Dan Kenney. He was...
Jun
2018
PSREC and Sierra Army Depot Break Ground on 2.5 MW Solar Project
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative (PSREC) broke ground on a 2.5 Megawatt (MW) solar project for the Sierra Army Depot (SIAD) on May 24....
Jun
2018
Electric Vehicles Gain Momentum
A recent AAA survey revealed that 1 in 5 Americans are likely to go electric when buying a new vehicle. By Tom Tate...
Jun
2018
Manager’s Message – June 2018
Dear Members: June is National Safety Month. Safety is a serious issue, especially when it comes to electrical safety. For Plumas-Sierra, it’s the...
May
2018
Manager’s Message – May 2018
Dear Members: PSREC has had several staffing changes recently. Our longest tenured employee, Linda O’Neill, has retired after 41 years as a work...
May
2018
Qualifications and Nomination Procedures for Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative
If you are interested in running for the Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, please contact General Manager Bob Marshall at (800)...
Apr
2018
Manager’s Message – April 2018
Dear Members: As April arrives, it brings the showers that produce spring flowers. It also heralds the beginning of a potentially stormy season...
Apr
2018
The Power Behind Your Power: PSREC Line Crews
Lineworker appreciation day is April 9. So during the month of April, if you see a lineworker, please pause to say thank you...
Apr
2018
Photo Contest 2018
Attention Shutterbugs: Get your photo on the cover of PSREC’s edition of Ruralite magazine! PSREC distributes more than 7,000 copies of Ruralite each...
Mar
2018
Manager’s Message – March 2018
Dear Members: We are carefully watching the very dry conditions we are facing once again. So far, due to the decent amount of...
Mar
2018
Heat Pumps
Maximize the Return on Your Investment Even at zero degrees F, air, ground and water contain useful heat continuously replenished by the sun....
Mar
2018
Tips for Investing in a Heat Pump
The first step in upgrading your heating system is to make sure you pick all the low-hanging fruit through weatherization and other savings...
Feb
2018
Manager’s Message – February 2018
Dear Members: Though it has been a mild winter so far, there is still the possibility for major storms. It is important to...
Feb
2018
More Than Poles & Wires, A Launch Pad.
Ever driven by Plumas Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative crews? They’re doing more than replacing poles or building a new substation. New poles and...
Feb
2018
Beware of Scammers!
Scammers are swindling utility customers across the country. The scam involves a phone call to a customer by a con artist posing as...
Feb
2018
Important Member Survey, Electric Vehicles
Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative is interested in hearing from you about electric vehicles. Take the Survey Here
Feb
2018
Two $1000 Scholarships Up for Grabs
Last Call for Scholarship Applications Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and its telecommunications subsidiary, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications, are offering two $1,000 scholarships. All interested students...
