On February 8, cooperative employees, board members and guests flooded the halls of the Statehouse in support of their electric cooperative. Outside, cooperative trucks of all varieties parked along the perimeter, calling attention to the value our cooperatives bring to the state. Visiting with their local legislative delegation, many had an opportunity to share the importance of the work of the cooperative in their local communities as well as see the decision-making process at work. 

On this special Co-op Day, Oconee Senator Thomas Alexander was presented with the first-ever Electric Cooperative Outstanding Public Service Award. His response to the award was filled with appreciation to the co-op organization, "I'm grateful to work with the co-ops through the state and all they mean to our communities, especially BREC. They are such a great example of taking care of the needs of the citizens they serve and being a part of the overall community. To be recognized by such a distinguished organization is very touching, humbling and certainly appreciative. Any success I have or have had is a result of the citizens in Senate District 1 who have supported me - my success is their success. First and foremost, I'm thankful to the good Lord and the people for allowing me the opportunity to serve in the Senate."

Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative is certainly fortunate to have a supportive group of legislators representing our area of South Carolina. We appreciate their effort in assuring that legislation concerning our industry is considered a high priority for them.