KEC seeking new board members

The Kootenai Electric Cooperative Nominating Committee is looking for members interested in serving on the cooperative's Board of Directors.

Candidates must meet the qualifications outlined in the cooperative's bylaws, be able to invest a minimum of 60 days per year on board-related activities and be able to periodically attend conferences and director training. Directors should also have strong business acumen and a broad understanding of regional and national energy issues. There will be three positions for election in May 2015:

* District 2 - The part of the system south of the northern boundaries of Sections 31 through 36 of Township 52N, west of Huetter Road and north of the Spokane River. This position is currently served by Jim Robbins.

* District 5 - The part of the system south of the northern boundary established by Township 47N, as well as those parts of the system east of Lake Coeur d'Alene and south of I-90. This position is currently served by Bill Swick.

* District-at-large - Encompassing the entire KEC service area. This position is currently served by Terry LaLiberte.

For consideration or to make a nomination, contact Erika Neff at (208) 765-1200. Applications are also available at www.kec.com and due Dec. 31.