Manager’s Message

Meet Libby Calnon, General Manager

Libby became Hood River Electric & Internet Co-op’s fifth manager on June 27, 2018
She is the first female general manager in HR Co-op history
Libby is only the second female rural electric cooperative manager in Oregon

She is continuing a family history as the third generation to work in the electric utility industry
She advocates for members on regional industry issues
She works on projects related to economic development, strategic planning, and service improvements

We are proud of the affordable, reliable way we serve you.

Manager’s Messages

Manager's Message

April 1, 2024 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – April 2024

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2024 annual meeting. It was a great gathering.

Manager's Message

March 1, 2024 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – March 2024

We are changing our electric rates in May because the costs of providing service continue to rise.

Manager's Message

January 1, 2024 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – January 2024

Make Your Voice Heard in 2024

Manager's Message

December 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – December 2023

This month, I’d like to talk about power outages.

Manager's Message

November 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – November 2023

We’re returning more than $940,000 to members this month through our capital credits retirement program.

Manager's Message

October 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – October 2023

October is National Cooperative Month, one of our favorite celebrations.

Manager's Message

September 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – September 2023

In providing you with electric service, our largest expense is the cost of the wholesale power we buy from the Bonneville Power Administration.

HOW NET METERING WORKS Net metering is a billing mechanism that compensates consumers who own private solar panels (or other renewable energy systems) for any excess power that is sent back to the electric grid. A renewable energy system, in this case privately owned solar panels, converts energy from sunlight into electricity. The electricity is used to power the home. (It should be noted that solar panels do not provide electricity during a power outage.) An inverter, which is connected to the electric grid, converts the electricity from direct current to alternating current to make it safe for use in homes. If the solar panels produce more electricity than the home needs, the consumer is compensated for excess electricity sent back to the electric grid.

Manager's Message

August 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – Manager’s Message

“Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good.” This proverb recognizes that insistence on perfection often prevents implementation of improvements.

Manager's Message

July 1, 2023 at 2:22 p.m.

Manager’s Message – July 2023

Here are some simple tips for keeping cool and lowering your energy bills on hot summer days.

Manager's Message

June 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – June 2023

Gaining Ground in Washington, D.C.

Manager's Message

May 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – May 2023

Internet Speed Test: We Need Your Help

Manager's Message

April 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – April 2023

It was great to see many of you again!

Manager's Message

March 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – March 2023

Are you looking forward to our annual meeting as much as we are?

Manager's Message

February 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – February 2023

It’s mid-January as I write this, and we’re enjoying the usual flurry of activity that comes with the new year.

Manager's Message

January 1, 2023 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – January 2023

Happy New Year!

Manager's Message

December 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – December 2022

Winter Is Coming! Be Prepared for Outages

Manager's Message

November 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – November 2022

Capital Credits Retirement This Month

Manager's Message

October 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – October 2022

Common Sense on Dams

Manager's Message

September 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – September 2022

As your member-owned cooperative, our goal is to provide affordable, reliable service and to charge rates based on the cost of serving you.

Manager's Message

August 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – August 2022

Hood River Electric & Internet Co-op relies on the federal Columbia River Power System for nearly all of its wholesale electricity.

Manager's Message

July 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – July 2022

We are excited to serve you this summer.

Manager's Message

June 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – June 2022

Stay vigilant against scammers

Manager's Message

May 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – May 2022

Here are a few items to note as we look forward to summer.

Manager's Message

April 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message – April 2022

We were glad to see many of you at our annual membership meeting March 16.

Manager's Message

March 1, 2022 at 10:13 a.m.

Manager’s Message — March 2022

You are invited to attend Hood River Electric & Internet Co-op’s 76th annual meeting Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Manager's Message

February 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — February 2022

We look forward to serving you in 2022 and beyond.

Manager's Message

January 1, 2022 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — January 2022

We Strive to Keep Rates Affordable

Manager's Message

December 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — December 2021

Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst

Manager's Message

November 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — November 2021

Working Toward Fiber-to-the-Home Service

Manager's Message

October 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — October 2021

Now offering a new service and a new look

Manager's Message

September 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — September 2021

A Balanced Approach Is Needed, Not More Litigation

Manager's Message

August 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — August 2021

I have two topics to share this month.

Manager's Message

July 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — July 2021

Here are some simple tips for keeping cool and lowering your energy bills on hot summer days.

Manager's Message

June 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — June 2021

As summer quickly approaches, we at Hood River Electric Cooperative look forward to tackling several projects both large and small to ensure we continue to serve you well.

Manager's Message

May 1, 2021 at 7 a.m.

Manager’s Message — May 2021

A few items to note as summer approaches.

Manager's Message

April 1, 2021 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — April 2021

2021 Annual Meeting Recap

Manager's Message

March 2, 2021 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — March 2021

75th Annual Meeting

Manager's Message

February 1, 2021 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — February 2021

Annual Meeting Plans

Manager's Message

January 1, 2021 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — January 2021

I respectfully urge the governor to reconsider.

Manager's Message

December 1, 2020 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — December 2020

I encourage you to prepare for possible outages affecting your electric or internet service.

Manager's Message

November 1, 2020 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — November 2020

The Board of Directors authorized the retirement of $859,955 in capital credits for electric division members and $91,913 in capital credits for internet division members.

Manager's Message

October 1, 2020 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — October 2020

You are invited to attend Hood River Electric Cooperative’s 74th Annual Meeting on Thursday, October 8, 2020.

Manager's Message

September 10, 2020 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — September 2020

We appreciate your patience during the outage, and want to remind you of a few resources you should use to get information about outages and other local emergencies.

Manager's Message

August 1, 2020 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — August 2020

It’s mid-July as I write this, and we’re enjoying some of our first warm weather of the season.

Manager's Message

July 1, 2020 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — July 2020

Opening our office to limited walk-in traffic.

Manager's Message

June 1, 2020 at 12 a.m.

Manager’s Message — June 2020

I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to our employees for their dedicated service and to you, our members, for your patience and flexibility during this challenging time.

Manager's Message

May 1, 2020 at 12 a.m.