Robert Bernhoft

The board reviewed reports covering governance, CEO industry discussions, legislative updates, succession management, operations, energy innovation programs, internet services, construction projects, and power supply reports. The board also received updates on safety, facilities, and various financial and legal matters. Action items approved included the nomination of a District 2 board candidate, financial reports, liability insurance renewal, a policy update, a safety recognition event, and summer block energy purchases.

The Board received extensive updates covering industry discussions, legislative matters, succession planning, operations and communications, financial reporting, and various service-related initiatives including energy innovation and member services. Additionally, reports were provided on construction projects, risk management, facility updates, internet services, and technology developments. The Board took action to approve the Restated Articles of Consolidation, the 2025 Audit Report, financial statements, the CFC Annual Review, and a vegetation management technology contract with Empact Engineering.

The board meeting involved extensive reporting across various operational and strategic areas including director nominee search updates, CEO industry discussions, legislative and legal updates, succession management, and financial reporting such as FAS106 fund and market rate comparisons. Key discussion topics included energy innovation programs, member services, construction and power supply projects, ERCOT market analysis, internet service activities, and technology updates. The board also approved the 2026 Committee on Nominations, monthly financials and work orders, and the annual review and update of corporate policies.

The Board meeting included numerous reports and discussions. Key topics involved updates on the Director Nominees District 2 Search Committee, CEO industry discussions and 2026 objectives, a legislative update, succession management, operations, communications, professional services, and various operational reports including checks over $1000, director expenses for 2025, energy forecasts (2026 Power Cost Forecast, Market Rate Comparison), power supply position, risk management, facilities, internet services, and a legal update. The Board reviewed and approved several items, including Policy 1040 revisions, NRECA voting delegates, financials for December 2025 (Electric and Internet), the Audit Engagement Letter, solar interconnections for Americold Logistics, LLC, a 2026-2027 Vegetation Management Contract, a Shell EEI Power Purchase and Sale Agreement, and a Consultant Engagement Agreement for the 2026 Annual Wage and Salary Assessment.

The board meeting included extensive discussions across numerous topics, such as reports on recently attended meetings, updates from the CEO regarding industry discussions and recent conferences, a legislative update, and a review of 2025 objectives and strategy. Key operational areas covered included succession management, operations and communications, energy innovation programs, power supply and cost, and ERCOT market news. Financial oversight included checks over $1000, director expenses, and a mid-year review of expenses and debt. Further discussions covered member services, technology, legal updates, and results from the Electric Focus Group Meeting. Items approved included ratification for the District 5 Director Search and Selection Committee, updates related to the Annual Meeting, and the extension of an agreement with Gonzales Public Affairs and Consulting. The board also reviewed and approved the sales contract for the Godley Property and a listing contract for the Joshua Property.