Manager’s Message – December 2020

Posted: December 29, 2020 at 11:42 a.m.

A Remarkable Year

This year will no doubt mark a memorable year in the history books for all of us. Despite the pandemic forcing us to hit the pause button on a lot of things, it has forced us to think outside the box and work in ways we never thought of before. This creativity and innovation have pushed us to think more critically and expand our ideas. There are many positive things that have come out of this for both Tabor Power District, and the world, some of which include:

  • Innovation: The pandemic is a major market disruptor that has led to unprecedented levels of innovation, including within the Tabor Power District. Because more and more people are working from home, this has shifted the power load from commercial to residential and has required our team to implement additional contingency plans for ensuring your power stays on.
  • Carbon Emissions are Down: Carbon emissions are down globally and with manufacturing and air travel grinding to a halt, the planet has had a chance to rejuvenate. In other parts of the world, wildlife is also reappearing in major cities and biodiversity is slowly starting to return in various areas of the world.
  • Aid Included in Coronavirus Relief Bill: The $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill passed by Congress earlier this year helped electric cooperatives and their members by offering millions in aid for families struggling to pay their utility bills due to lost income from the employment crisis seen by pandemic layoffs. This allowed us to extend our cutoff periods to keep the lights on for you.

This year has been remarkable in many respects. Regardless of the great uncertainty imposed by the pandemic, we remain committed to keeping you powered through a historical year.

Happy Holidays!

Mary Douglas
General Manager