Annual Meeting

Annual Meeting: Your Co-op, Your Voice

The Annual Meeting is the most important yearly event for Capital Electric Cooperative (CEC). As a member-owner, this is your opportunity to exercise your right to democratic control, engage with your cooperative leadership, and learn firsthand about the operational and financial health of the organization.

It's a celebration of the cooperative model, combining important business updates with community focus and fellowship.

 

The Next Annual Meeting (2026)

Mark your calendar! We look forward to seeing you at our next Annual Meeting. 
 

Event Details

  • Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
  • Location: Bismarck State College Advanced Technology Center
  • Time:
    • Dinner/Registration: 5:00 PM CST
    • Business Meeting: 6:30 PM CST
  • Voting: Voting options to include mail-in ballots, electronic voting, and in-person voting at the event.
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What to Expect

  • Voting: You will be casting your vote for candidates seeking three-year terms on the Board of Directors in the designated districts.
  • Reports: Hear reports from Cooperative leadership, including the discussion of costs, rates, and reliability improvements.
  • Hospitality: Enjoy a complimentary meal before the meeting starts.
  • Convenience: Look for our staff operating golf cart transports to assist members from the farthest reaches of the parking lot to the entrance.

We thank all members for their continued participation and hope to see you again next year!

What Happens at the Annual Meeting?

Capital Electric's Annual Meeting is where cooperative ownership truly comes to life. It's designed to be informative, engaging, and enjoyable for all member-owners.

  • Democratic Governance: Members vote on resolutions and elect fellow members to serve on the Board of Directors.
     
  • Accountability: The Board President and General Manager preside over the business meeting, providing reports on the co-op’s financial condition and operational performance for the past year.
     
  • Community & Fellowship: The event typically begins with a traditional meal and social time, offering members and employees a chance to interact and build community.
     
  • Member Benefits: Attendees often enjoy entertainment and participate in drawings for gift cards, cash prizes, and other door prizes.
     
  • Key Updates: Members receive updates on key initiatives like Operation Round Up and discussions on important issues affecting utility rates and market trends.
     
  • Member participation is a key element to the co-op's success, holding leadership accountable and helping the board serve you to the best of our ability.