Roughrider Electric Cooperative members gathered in Hazen for Roughrider Electric’s 2026 Annual Meeting on June 3. Upon registration, members and guests received an appreciation gift for attending the meeting. Before the business meeting, participants were encouraged to visit with Roughrider Electric Board of Directors and staff. This year, 214 Roughrider Electric members and guests were in attendance.
Roughrider Electric Board President, Greg Steckler welcomed and thanked members for attending the Annual Meeting. The membership voted to fill board positions for the Western District, Central District and Eastern District. Western District— Arnold Kainz from Dickinson; Central District— Greg Steckler, from Dunn Center; and Eastern District— Dan Price from Hensler were elected by the membership.
Members listened to cooperative updates from Co-General Managers/CEOs, Travis Kupper and Jason Bentz and Chief Financial Officer Alex Craigmile. Chief of Staff/ Operations Manager Shawn Olson and Manager of Member Services Larissa Eslinger also provided updates to the membership.
Roughrider Electric’s Operation Round Up program was highlighted. Area high school scholarships and Youth Tour recipients were recognized. Three Luck-of-the-Draw Scholarships were awarded to Mattea Hysjulien from Hazen High School; Alaina McKenna from Hazen High School; and Logan Peterson from Hazen High School.
After the business meeting, members enjoyed a complimentary meal served by L Bee’s Catering and door prizes were drawn.
The board of directors, CEOs and staff at Roughrider wish to thank cooperative members for participating in the Annual Meeting and look forward to meeting members needs in the future.