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The reviews are in and the 2011 ORECA annual meeting is a success.
With wide a wide range of speakers including former gubernatorial candidate Chris Dudley, BPA's Bill Drummond, UO economist Tim Duy and Mark Speckman, Willamette University football coach, ORECA received praise for giving members unique perspectives and by helping them apply these practical lessons within their own cooperative and communities.
At the meeting, ORECA recognized Jim Stubblefield of Columbia Power for his 41 years of service to Oregon co-ops with the Rural Electrification Award and Neal Harth, Wasco Electric Board Member with the Distinguished Service Award.
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Left: Luncheon speaker Mark Speckman and Salem Electric's Carl Beach.
Top right: Rep. Bentz receives the "Cooperator of the Year" award from Ted Case.
Bottom right: Roman Gillen, ORECA president congratulates Jim Stubblefield and welcomes Troy Cox of Columbia Power.
