In the Weeds about Vegetation Management

We were in the studio for a conversation with Cindy Musick, Director of Vegetation Management for REC about their vegetation management program. We talked about how & why they schedule their maintenance; how it works & who the people are in the trucks and on the front lines for clearing right-of-ways. We discussed how many of those on her team are certified arborists and foresters; some strange things she’s seen in her travels to member properties; and even learned about how members can acquire wood chips from their local maintenance crew.

Reporting Dead & Dangerous Trees

We were in the studio with Cindy Musick, Director of Vegetation Management for REC about what member owners should do if they find or see dead/dangerous trees or vegetation on their property or in their travels. 

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Rebuild and Restore Power in Jamaica

Friday | February 27, 2026
Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica's electric infrastructure. America's electric cooperatives answered the call for help, in part with a crew led by...
Extreme cold, like we’ve had this winter, changes how both homes and the electric system operate, even when daily routines stay the same.
The Operations Mobile App is a behind-the-scenes tool that REC crews use to ensure reliability for member-owners.