We want to thank Eastern Illini members who attended the Annual Meeting events in Tuscola, at the Ford County Fairgrounds and at the Iroquois County Fairgrounds.

It was great to be able to enjoy a sit-down fried chicken meal and talk with members, friends and neighbors. We hope everyone enjoyed the meal and music. Hats off to our employees who went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. The final Annual Meeting event at the Iroquois County Fairgrounds culminated with the Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative business meeting with began at 6:00 p.m. in the 4-H Building.

Kevin Moore, Chairman of the Eastern Illini Board of Directors, confirmed the notice and proof of mailing for the meeting. The meeting minutes and Treasurer's report were approved. Members heard an update from President/CEO, Bob Hunzinger. He provided information about the new meter installation project and the rate restructuring that was implemented earlier this year.

Guy Hall, attorney for Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative, determined that quorum had been achieved. He announced that three members of the Board of Directors ran uncontested and were reelected for three year terms.

District 3: Steve Meenen, Melvin

District 4: Bruce Ristow, Cissna Park

District 6: Bradley J. Ludwig, Fithian

Since there was no unfinished business or new business, Chairman Moore thanked members for attending and adjourned the meeting. The EIEC Board held a reorganization meeting following the annual meeting and elected officers.

Chairman: Kevin Moore

Vice Chairman: Bruce Ristow

Secretary/Treasurer: Steve Meenen

Asst. Secretary/Treasurer: Chad Larimore