Submitted by Orcas Power & Light Cooperative.
It’s that time of year when OPALCO members step up to run for the board of directors. Nominations are now open for the 2025 election. There are three positions open: one in District 1 (San Juan, et al.), one in District 3 (Lopez, et al.), and one in District 4 (Shaw, et al.).
Co-op directors are paid a stipend for their time, and OPALCO provides industry training. OPALCO has seven board positions in four districts who are elected for three-year terms, with elections staggered. As a nonprofit cooperative, having a democratically elected board is key to the structure of the organization. All members vote for all positions, regardless of their home district…