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October 5, 2022
RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS’ AVERAGE ELECTRIC BILL FOr SEPTEMBER IS 35% LESS THAN LAST SEPTEMBER’S BILL.
Kit Carson Electric saved our members $2.4 million from July to September. ...
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October 5, 2022
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Awarded $800,000 for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations across Northern New Mexico
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 5, 2022 Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Awarded $800,000 for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations across Northern New Mexico Award grant part of New Mexico Department of Transportation electric vehicle charging station grant program funded by American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 ...
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September 29, 2022
September 23, 2022
KCEC LIHEAP Payment Information
Dear KCEC Member, KCEC is working with the NM Human Services Department in aiding members who need help with utility assistance.KCEC would like to inform you that you may have received supplemental payments from LIHEAP in the amount of $190 and $145 posted to your account. These payments were for individuals that applied for LIHEAP in...
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September 23, 2022
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Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) and Guzman Energy contribute $10,000
to the Talpa Community Center & Library. ...
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August 19, 2022
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August 1, 2022
KCEC & Guzman Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating 100% Daytime Solar and Energy Independence Event
On June 3rd, 2022 Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) and Guzman Energy celebrated the cooperative's achievement of providing 100% of its daytime power with solar energy. The Taos Mesa 15 MW solar array and 12.5 MW battery storage project will provide members with reliable and low cost electricity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A...
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July 28, 2022
Giving Back to Our Members: KCEC Pays Tri-State Payment!
In 2016, Kit Carson Electric Cooperative left the Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association because we were tired of constant rate increases and knew we could get less expensive power from solar energy and Guzman. We were right! In July 2022, KCE will make its final payment while achieving our goal of generating 100% ...
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May 27, 2022
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May 23, 2022
Special free food distributions
Have you or someone you know been evacuated? Do you need help with food? No documentation is needed at any location ...
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May 16, 2022
2022 Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Scholarship Recipient Winners
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative and Guzman Energy Grant Scholarships for New Mexico Students TAOS, NM – May 20, 2022 – Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) and Guzman Energy have partnered for the fourth year in a row to provide scholarships to selected northern New Mexico students to help them successfully ...
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May 12, 2022
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May 11, 2022
Hermits Peak & Calf Canyon Resources
Dear Members The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon fires have crossed into the Carson National Forest and continue to burn rapidly. Evacuation statuses continue to be updated for communities within and affecting the forest in Taos and Colfax counties. In accordance with wildfire emergency management officials, KCEC has de-energized lines f...
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May 10, 2022
KIT CARSON ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF MEMBERS KIT CARSON ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC.NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING District 1 Notice Elections District 2 Election District 3 Electrions District 4 Elections District 5 Elections ...
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May 10, 2022
May 4, 2022
MAXIMIZE YOUR IMPACT IN SUPPORT TO OUR NEIGHBORS Give the gift of your MONEY or your TIME!
MAXIMIZE YOUR IMPACT IN SUPPORT TO OUR NEIGHBORS Give the gift of your MONEY or your TIME! ...
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May 3, 2022
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April 27, 2022
KIT CARSON ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF MEMBERS OF DISTRICT ONE FOR THE ELECTION OF TWO TRUSTEES
CLICK HERE TO VIEW DISTRICT 1 ...
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April 25, 2022
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April 23, 2022
KCEC, Town of Taos and Taos County Update 04/23/2022
Smoke continues to haze throughout the Town of Taos, Taos County, and KCEC's service territory. Wildfires continue to burn in New Mexico. KCEC is working with the Town of Taos and Taos County governments to address the safety of our community members. High winds are expected this morning at 10:00 am. Currently, KCEC has no power outag...
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April 22, 2022
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative, Town of Taos and Taos County Prepare for
Dangerous High Winds ...
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April 22, 2022
KCEC Accomplishments
KCEC is lowering electric rates and will be 100% Daytime Solar by this summer. The battery storage component will create a reliable and resilient network. The combination of solar and storage produces stable long-term rates for members and businesses. KCEC has partnered with municipalities, governments, schools, tribes and members ...
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April 22, 2022
Fire Prevention Outage: Ute Park Area 04/22/2022
Due to the projected high winds, KCEC is working with Colfax County Emergency Management Office and Colfax Fire Departments to mitigate forest fire potential. KCEC will be shutting down the power in the Ute Park area from 12:00 pm-12:00 am or until the winds subside. This is a preventative measure and currently, no poles or wires in Ute ...
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April 21, 2022
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April 14, 2022
KCEC Enchanted Circle EV Charging Stations
Kit Carson Cooperative Members, With demand up and supplies down, costs for everything have increased. Companies found that they could pass along those higher costs in the form of higher prices to consumers, causing financial pressure on KCEC members. The cost of fuel and utilities(gas, diesel, natural gas, propane) continues to incre...
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April 8, 2022
KCEC Will Be 100% Daytime Solar This Summer
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Members, Last week, KCEC announced a reduction in members' electric bills. The reduced electric bills will provide relief during this high gas, natural gas, propane fuel costs time and this record-high inflation market. Today we want to report that KCEC will be 100% Daytime Solar this sum...
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April 7, 2022
March 31, 2022
PRICES AT THE PUMP Got You Down? A DECREASE IN ELECTRICITY COST IS COMING SOON!
KCEC Electricity Bill Decrease Coming Soon ...
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March 17, 2022
Update 03/18/2022 Taos Mesa Solar Array and Angel Fire Solar Array
Hello Kit Carson Electric Member, Today, KCEC owns and operates 18 solar arrays throughout our service territory, totaling 18.6 MW. Did you know KCEC will exceed its 100% daytime solar goal by 2022? KCEC has two solar and battery storage projects under construction near the Taos Municipal Landfill and the Angel Fire Water Treatment Pl...
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March 4, 2022
KCEC is Experiencing Labor & Supply Chain Issues.
Utilities across the country are being challenged to acquire necessary electrical equipment in a timely fashion, including KCEC. System upgrades may be delayed amid the ongoing problems associated with the global supply chain issues. With the long lead time and shortage of materials that are used for new construction, new customer c...
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March 4, 2022
Planned Internet Outage: March 07, 2022, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Affected Areas: Tres Ritos, Loma Linda and Angostura.
KCI crew will be replacing a damaged Fiber Optic Line that was restored temporarily but needs to be permanently fixed with a new cable. Locations affected are Tres Ritos, Loma Linda and Angostura. ...
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February 22, 2022
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Need Utility Assistance?
A quick and easy form for up to 12 months if utility assistance. Need utility assistance? If you are a renter and were impacted by COVID please complete this form and submit it to a specific utility company for processing. ...
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October 26, 2020
Power Outage: El Rito West-10/26/2020
El Rito West Members,KCEC is currently experiencing a power outage in the El Rito West area. The outage is in mountainous terrain and hard to reach. Crews are on scene and we will continue to provide updates. Thank you for your patience. ...
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October 14, 2020
September 29, 2020
KCEC Planned Outage: September 30, 2020 -Red River & Bobcat Pass
Red River Substation Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Time: 3:00am – 5:00am Affected areas: Town of Red River, Cottonwood Park, Upper Red River (Tall Pines Resort), Bitter Creek, Red River Ski Area, Red River Sewer Plant, and Moly Corp.Guard shack Office Bobcat Substation Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Ti...
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September 15, 2020
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September 3, 2020
KCEC Planned Substation Maintenance- SEPTEMBER 2020
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative continues with the series of PLANNED POWER OUTAGES during the month of September to allow crews to perform Preventive Maintenance on ALL substations within the service territory; in preparation for the winter months. DOWNLADABLE FORM ...
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September 3, 2020
August 28, 2020
Legislative Finance Committee Red River, NM Broadband & Education August 27, 2020
Legislative Finance Committee Red River, NM Broadband & Education August 27, 2020 ...
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August 21, 2020
August 7, 2020
New Mexico PRC Grant Application
Only Students, Educators, First Responders and Tribal Members Without Internet Are Eligible. *A One Year Contract Is Required [wpforms id="2996"] ...
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August 4, 2020
July 15, 2020
Kit Carson Collaborates with TEC to Provide 100 Internet Hotspots in Taos County
Taos Education Collaborative Project Rationale and Goals: The Taos Education Collaborative (TEC) is the call to action by a local group of educators and community members to address the lack of home Internet for students across Taos County. The Taos Education Collaborative (TEC...
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June 24, 2020
June 24, 2020
June 24, 2020
New Mexico Co-op Gives Free Broadband Connections to Struggling Students
Monet Winters, left, pictured here with her mother April Winters, was struggling to do her schoolwork until Kit Carson Electric Co-op provided a free internet connection to her home. (Photo By: Kit Carson Electric Cooperative) For Monet Winters, the COVID-19 pandemic created a lot of hurdles for her to complete eighth grade at San...
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June 18, 2020
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June 3, 2020
Holy Cross Receives a 10,000 Grant With the Help of Kit Carson Electric Cooperative.
Times have been tough, but Taos has come together in extraordinary ways. Holy Cross Hospital has been a leader through the pandemic, but our efforts have been made much easier with help from our amazing community. Luis Reyes from Kit Carson Electric Cooperative was able to help Holy Cross Medical Center get access ...
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June 1, 2020
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April 9, 2020
NMDWS offers a one-time $750 stimulus payment to self-employed New Mexicans
For Immediate ReleaseApril 8, 2020Contact: Stacy JohnstonActing Public Information Officer505.250.3926NMDWS offers a one-time $750 stimulus payment to self-employed New MexicansAvailable to the first 2,000 applicants that qualify(Albuquerque, NM) – Starting at 2:00pm today, Wednesday, April 8, the New Mexico Department of Workforce Sol...
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April 2, 2020
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KCEC Cares About the Communities We Serve
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative is committed to power our community, provide high-speed internet and deliver affordable propane when it matters most. Please stay safe and know that Kit Carson and their family of companies will continue to operate and provide the highest-quality service possible for you, the members we serve. The spread o...
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March 23, 2020
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Kit Carson Electric Cooperative is taking steps now to be prepared in the event there is a significant impact from the coronavirus in our communities. We are focused on maintaining a healthy workforce, and keeping key personnel—such as line workers and member service representatives— available so that we can continue to provide the excellent service you expect from us.
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February 24, 2020
February 4, 2020
Kit Carson Internet Now Offering Chat. Chat is Only Available for Internet Customers
Kit Carson Internet Customers Only. Kit Carson Chat is not available for Propane or Electric. Kit Carson Internet (KCI) is now offering an online chat! Don’t like speaking with a Customer Service Representative over the phone? KCI’s new live chat feature creates a personal connection with customers looking for support. It’s a ...
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September 25, 2019
Scam Alert 09/25/2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE...SCAM targets members of Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Inc. Kit Carson Electric Cooperative was notified that an unidentified individual called certain KCEC members from the phone 1-800-718-7010 informing the member that a payment needed to be made on their account immediately. The unidentified individual sta...
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September 10, 2019
Residential Non-Standard Meter Optional Rate No. 32 Frequently Asked Questions – Final 8/15/2019 (Advanced Notice Rate 61)
Residential Non-Standard Meter Optional Rate No. 32 Frequently Asked Questions – Final 8/15/2019 Who is eligible to Opt-Out from having a Radio Frequency (RF) “Smart” Utility Meter? The Opt-Out program applies to residential individually metered members of KCEC who Volunteer for this program an...
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September 9, 2019
Substation Preventive Maintenance: Arroyo Hondo Substation
Date: Tuesday, September 10, 2019 Time: 3:00am – 5:00am Affected areas: Arroyo Hondo, Hondo Mesa, San Cristobal, Lama, Des Montes, Valdez, and Taos Ski Valley ...
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September 9, 2019
September 4, 2019
KCEC Planned Substation Maintenance
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative will conduct a series of PLANNED POWER OUTAGES during the month of September and October, to allow crews to perform Preventive Maintenance on ALL substations within the service territory; in preparation for the winter months. The following is a schedule of dates, times and affected ...
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September 4, 2019
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NM co-op started something big in electricity markets
BY GREG BROPHY / COLORADO DIRECTOR, THE WESTERN WAY ...
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June 18, 2019
KCEC, Guzman Energy and CoBank Partner with Shared Table
KCEC, Guzman Energy ad CoBank partnered up with El Pueblito, United Methodist Church, to aid with the Shared Table Older Adult food program in Taos County. KCEC, Guzman and COBANK are donating financial and volunteer help to provide non-perishable food to 45-50 of our older neighbors and those who are home-bound and receiving in home hea...
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June 18, 2019
June 14, 2019
KCEC Scam Alert 06/14/2019
KCEC Members, Kit Carson Electric Cooperative, Inc. (KCEC) received a complaint that our billing system had been hacked. Member stated unauthorized payment was made to their account via echeck. All KCEC’s billing systems (Electric, Internet and Propane) have been operating properly and with all security protocols in place.&nbs...
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June 6, 2019
May 17, 2019
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Among 2019 SEPA Power Player Awards Finalists
TAOS, NEW MEXICO — The Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) recently announced that Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) is one of 21 finalists for the 2019 SEPA Power Players Awards. The SEPA Power Players Awards honor utilities, their industry partners, and individual thought leaders providing the vision, models and momentum for...
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April 30, 2019
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative and Guzman Energy Take Next Step Toward Full Summer Solar Power by 2022
Co-op has requested proposals for the development of additional solar and storage capacity DENVER – April 30, 2019 –Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) and its partner Guzman Energy are continuing to move the co-op toward its goal of being 100 percent daytime solar reliant by 2022. The co-op has issued a Request for Pr...
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April 24, 2019
April 23, 2019
Earth Day 2019: KCEC Helps Clean Taos County.
Happy Earth Day! Kit Carson Electric Cooperative wants to thank Taos County, Town of Taos and other volunteers who contributed their time to clean Taos. Thank you, to the communities we serve. ...
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April 23, 2019
Save the Date: Kit Carson Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting. Saturday, June 8th, 2019.
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative invites its members to attend the 2019 Annual Meeting! CEO, Luis A. Reyes Jr., speaking to members at 2018 annual meeting. If you want your voice heard, please attend the meeting! Please be prepared to stay for business meeting and act on two proposed by-law amendments. Members who participate will r...
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April 23, 2019
Save the Date: Kit Carson Propane Appreciation Day!
Come join us for hot dogs and refreshments! Up to 100lb Cylinders! For more questions, please contact us at (575)-758-7757 ...
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April 15, 2019
April 10, 2019
NM steps up on climate, clean energy
BY DAWN BOULWARE / CAO, TAOS SKI VALLEY AND KATHLEEN STAKS / DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS, GUZMAN ENERGY ...
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