Join us for Coffee with the CEO

CVEA members are invited to visit with CEO Jaime Matthews for an informational conversation to share member ideas, questions, and concerns with CVEA leadership.

Valdez - February 17

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

CVEA Valdez Boardroom

Glennallen - February 19

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

CVEA Glennallen Boardroom

Read the CVEA 2026 Legislative Brochure

The 2026 Legislative Brochure includes the following information:


• Details about the Cooperative's service territory and membership
  
• CVEA priorities, issues we face, and policies we support

This brochure is utilized when talking to statewide leadership, including state and federal legislative, and congressional representatives.

CEO Jaime Matthews, Chief Operating Officer Barry Jackman, and Vice President Delaquito, Treasurer Maslen, and Director Vereline traveled to Juneau the first week of February to attend the Alaska Power Association Legislative Conference.

An update on the conference will be provided in our March e-Newsletter.

Make Sure Your Vote Counts!

For your vote to count in the upcoming Director election, the signature card on file with CVEA must be current and match the signature on the back of your returned ballot envelope.

Updating your signature card is easy!

• Click the link below
• Sign the appropriate card
• Email the card to customerservice@cvea.org

Members are also welcome to mail the card or bring it to a CVEA office.

Updated signature cards must be received by 6 p.m. on March 18.

For residential members, consider updating your signature card if you have changed marital status, or names, or wish to add a spouse or household member.

Organizations, businesses, and associations, if your Board of Directors, executive officer, CEO, or other signers have changed in the past year, then it is time to update your CVEA membership card.

If you have questions or aren't sure what is currently on your signature card, call your local office or email customerservice@cvea.org

Copper Basin: 907-822-3211

Valdez: 907-835-4301

Last Chance to Submit Scholarship Applications!

The CVEA Community Foundation is accepting scholarship applications for the following awards; don't miss out, applications are due at 5 p.m. today!

• General Education Scholarships - High School Seniors
  
• Continuing Education Scholarships - Adults
  
• Youth Rally Leadership Scholarships - Sophomores & Juniors

All applications and supporting documentation MUST be emailed to Chief Communications Officer, Morgan Melton at mmelton@cvea.org

Video Updates

Check out our refreshed "Behind the Switch" video - new faces and some updated information, but the same commitment to serving our members!

Learn more about what goes on "Behind the Switch" and what it takes to power the Cooperative!

Presidents' Day - CVEA Office Closure

CVEA Offices Closed - Monday, February 16

All CVEA offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, for Presidents' Day. If you experience an outage, please call Dispatch at 866-835-2832.

Our offices will resume regular business houses on Tuesday, February 17.

Congratulations on Retiring!

CVEA Celebrates Wayne, Sharon, & Dave!

Congratulations to Chief Operating Officer, Wayne McKinzey, Director of Communications, Sharon Scheidt, and Communications & Controls Engineer, Dave Coon on retiring after a combined 45 years of service with CVEA!

This trio's hard work, dedication, and professionalism made a lasting impact for our cooperative and the communities we serve.

Thank you, Wayne, Sharon, and Dave! You will be missed!

CVEA Employee Spotlight

Sara Horvath

Sara joined CVEA in August 2022 as the Executive Assistant. She brings a consistently pleasant and positive attitude to everything she does. Sara plays a vital role in keeping things running smoothly and is always willing to lend a hand. Her sense of humor adds a lighthearted touch to even the busiest days, and her upbeat energy helps create a welcoming, supportive workplace for everyone. We are grateful for the professionalism, positivity, and laughter she brings to our team each day.

From Sara:

I was raised in Glennallen and graduated with my BA from UAA in 2014. When I'm not at work, I enjoy traveling, tackling creative arts and crafts projects, and spending time with my husband, Alieu, our dog Sadie, and family. You'll usually find me either out exploring new places or deep into a true crime documentary - purely for the problem-solving, of course (no spoilers, please!). At work, I thrive in the fast-paced environment and truly value being part of a collaborative team with a great culture where people work well together.

Quote from Sara's supervisor, CEO Jaime Matthews:

"It is an honor to work with Sara as she provides amazing support for our entire team and board. She consistently shows a genuine care for the people around her and works hard to go above and beyond for CVEA."

Copper Valley Electric wants to know what members have to say, and our team is on hand to answer questions you may have.



If you have comments or questions on any CVEA topic, email Customer Service by clicking the link below.

Powering Homes, Empowering Lives

CVEA has excellent opportunities for qualified applicants. View current job opportunities posted on the CVEA website.

Important Dates

February 12 | 5 p.m. | CVEA Community Foundation Scholarships Due

February 12 | 6 p.m. | Board of Director Nomination Packets Due

February 26 | 10 a.m. | CVEA February Board Meeting - Glennallen Boardroom

March 18 I 6 p.m. I Updated CVEA Signature Cards Due

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