Electric Rates—Frustration And Optimism
Tom Sobeck, President & CEO
It’s time once again for our annual review of expenses and their impact to rates and, while I’m frustrated, I feel...
Directors Approve $2.470 Million In Refunds To Members
Capital Credits from 1987–1988 and 2002–2003 to be retired.
At their April meeting, PIE&G’s board of directors authorized approximately $2,470,000 in capital credit retirements. Members...
Frightening Fun
If you’ve ever wanted to walk through a giant clown’s head, the Halloween season seems like a good time to do it. And you...
Plaunt Transportation
For over 90 years, people living or vacationing on Bois Blanc Island have relied on Plaunt Transportation to deliver them, along with their mail...
PIE&G Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Update
Since May, PIE&G has deployed AMI upgrades to approximately 12,000 residential electric meters, or about one-third of its electric services. The co-op still has...
Do-It-Yourself Safety Tips
Many of us are spending more time at home and finding new, creative ways to enhance our living space. Tackling do-it-yourself (DIY) projects for...
‘Tis The Season For Gratitude
By Tom Sobeck, President & CEO
This column is likely to find you preparing for your holiday season. Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and Christmas will...
Get Involved In Your Co-op
Co-ops are self-governing organizations controlled by their members, who actively participate in setting policies and making decisions. Men and women serving as elected representatives...
Progress Continues for Phase 1 of PIE&G Connect Fiber Project
Work on Phase 1 of the PIE&G’s fiber project continues, as crews complete their work in the steps outlined for the project (see diagram...
PIE&G AMI & Fiber Updates
Advanced Metering Infrastructure Update
Twenty-seven 100-foot poles fabricated by Moran Iron Works have now been set. Including the installations at the Cheboygan, Onaway, Moltke, Hillman...
Pizza Recipes Due by June 1
Share your favorite “Pizza” recipe with us by June 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus, there’s more!
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