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President’s Message – November 2021
It’s a Matter of (Co-op) Principles For me, this is a time of year for reflection, and topping my list of things I’m grateful for is our wonderful community. I know I speak for all Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC)…
It All Started With 2 Pineapples
About 10 years ago, Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative retiree Rudolph Brown had seen people growing pineapples. “How hard could it be?” he thought. Before his retirement, Rudolph bought 2 pineapples, planted the tops, and waited. “After about 2 years, the…
President’s Message – October 2021
It’s a Matter of (Co-op) Principles ACE Hardware, State Farm, REI, Land O’Lakes, and Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) share something in common: All are cooperatives. The industries are different, but all share a passion for serving members and helping…
GCEC Celebrates First 50 Years
By the 1990s, Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC) had accumulated 50 years of local history to reflect on and celebrate. In 1992, the cooperative held its 50th annual meeting. Manager Hubbard Norris recognized charter members present. GCEC Board President W.M.…
GCEC Approved for Funding to Build Hurricane Safe Room
We are pleased to inform our members that Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative, in conjunction with the Gulf County Division of Emergency Management.
How Many Linemen Does it Take to Change a Pole?
Distribution poles are found throughout the region, along roads, across neighborhood yards, and through forests. Those poles bring power to homes and businesses, and are critical to keeping the system working properly. Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative has an operation plan,…
President’s Message – September 2021
Unplug With Meaningful Community Programs Most adults have a vague memory of when “checking for messages” meant listening to an answering machine. We carried on with our days without cellphones and managed just fine. But today, we are more connected…
Supporting Communities
In February 1990, Manager Hubbard Norris informed the board the new safety manual was being printed and should be available in the next couple of weeks. He also reported employees had completed two training sessions about hazard communication and the…
President’s Message – August 2021
Energy Savings for Your Business Locally owned businesses are the backbone of our community. With summer in full swing, now is the perfect time to make sure your building is equipped for maximum energy savings. LED lighting for your business…
Rebounding & Transitioning
October 28, 2021, marks the 80th anniversary of Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC). We hope readers enjoy learning more about GCEC. In February 1985, the GCEC board adopted the territorial agreement between the cooperative and Florida Power Corp. At the…