Ivanessa Cay

The agenda includes an administrative session covering the corporate calendar and an audit report. Staff reports are scheduled for Human Resources, Finance, Engineering, Operations, and Technology, along with Member Services. Committee and affiliate updates will be provided for ODEC, legislative matters, NRECA, the VMD Association, and CFC. The session also includes a CEO report and a scheduled executive session.

The meeting included a retirement recognition and updates from Human Resources on safety and training, and from the Financial department regarding performance and an approved increase in the debt ceiling. Capital credit discounts for special retirements were discussed, with bylaws to follow in the next meeting. Engineering, Operations, and Technology reports were provided, covering housing developments, storm-related outages, and cybersecurity. Member Services gained approval for escheat funding for the Home Performance Program and approved tariff changes for security light contracts. Additionally, the Board reviewed ODEC and legislative reports, approved updates to organizational policy 500.15, and held an executive session.

The Board meeting covered a comprehensive set of departmental updates. Key topics included a review of AI, Automation, and Data Strategy projects, a human resources report regarding safety and litigation, and an overview of the preliminary 2025 year-end financial performance alongside January 2026 figures. The Board received reports on engineering developments, operational reliability, circuit outage events, and new technology solutions. Additionally, the Board discussed the rescheduling of the PCA hearing, proposed changes to the upcoming annual meeting, legislative updates, and approved amendments to company policies. The meeting concluded with an executive session.

The regular meeting covered several key reports and actions. The Human Resources Report provided updates on litigation, training, development, a recent promotion, and a long-term retirement. The Engineering Report included new service numbers, information on a new development named Cedarcrest, and a capital credit retirement from Ermco. The Operations Report detailed circuit outage events, system reliability, and a building update. The Technology Report highlighted ongoing projects, including an example using meter density and participation in the NISC Pathways Content Creator Beta Program. Key decisions included the approval of changes to Tariff Leaf #94 regarding the Residential Controllable Thermostat Rider Schedule R-CT. Information was shared regarding an upcoming Special Board meeting on February 18 concerning a PCA increase. The Board also approved a resolution amending the Cooperative's bylaws related to director qualification and elective office. The meeting concluded with executive sessions to discuss strategic planning, ODEC performance, legislative updates, and matters related to personnel and employee compensation.

This document outlines Delaware Electric Cooperative's achievements in 2020, including distribution system upgrades, the activation of a new solar farm, reduced electric rates, and capital returned to members. For 2021, the cooperative commits to intensified efforts in delivering clean, reliable, and affordable power to its members.