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Meet Your Board of Directors

CVEC's territory is divided into 5 districts, each represented by a proportional number of board seats. The terms for CVEC directors are staggered in a set three-year rotation. Directors are nominated by petition, placed on the official ballot and elected by you, our members, during the Annual Meeting each August.

We encourage you to reach out to your district’s board member(s) or any of the board members, as they represent all members collectively. Whether you have questions, concerns, or suggestions, your board is here to listen and advocate for your needs.

You can find each director’s contact information, as well as the district and counties they represent, by hovering over their image on this page. Your board members are here to represent you, so don’t hesitate to connect with them!

Marchelle Brown

Marchelle Brown

District 1

Marchelle Brown
Vice-President, CCD, BLC, DGC

mbrown@cvrec.com

District 1
Appanoose County and portions of Monroe and Wapello

Marchelle has been a dedicated member of Chariton Valley Electric’s Board of Directors since 2018 and currently serves as Vice-President.

She brings extensive knowledge and leadership to the board and is focused on maintaining the cooperative’s positive trajectory and creating new opportunities for the members.

Dale Clark

Dale Clark

District 3

Dale Clark
Director
dclark@cvrec.com

District 3
Wayne and a portion of Appanoose

Dale was elected to Chariton Valley Electric’s Board of Directors in August 2024 and has been a member of the cooperative for 26 years.

With strong skills in business management, budget, and accounting, Dale is focused on promoting renewable energy and upgrading infrastructure to meet the cooperative's needs.

Jerry Durian

Jerry Durian

District 2

Jerry Durian
Director
jdurian@cvrec.com 

District 2
Monroe County and portions of Lucas, Marion and Wapello

Jerry was elected to Chariton Valley Electric’s Board of Directors in August 2019 and has been a dedicated member of the cooperative for the past 49 years.

With a strong commitment to serving our members, Jerry is focused on keeping costs down while ensuring the continued success and sustainability of CVEC.

Randy Gottschalk

Randy Gottschalk

District 2

Randy Gottschalk
Director, CCD, BLC, DGC
rgottschalk@cvrec.com

District 2
Monroe County and portions of Lucas, Marion and Wapello

Randy has served on Chariton Valley Electric’s Board of Directors for a total of 9 years.

With nearly 20 years of experience owning and operating a Kentucky Fried Chicken franchise in Ottumwa, Randy brings valuable business operations expertise to the board. He is focused on keeping liabilities low, minimizing employee turnover, controlling costs, and ensuring reliable electric service with minimal interruptions.

Karla Heffron

Karla Heffron

District 4

Karla Heffron
Treasurer
kheffron@cvrec.com

District 4
Lucas County

Karla was elected to Chariton Valley Electric’s Board of Directors in August 2023 and currently holds the position of Board Treasurer.

With a background in financial and business management from 25 years in the corporate sector and self-employment, Karla is focused on keeping the cooperative current with technology trends and retaining a skilled workforce.

John Houser

John Houser

District 1

John Houser
Director, CCD
jhouser@cvrec.com

 

District 1
Appanoose County and portions of Monroe and Wapello

John was elected to Chariton Valley Electric’s Board of Directors in August 2021.

He brings valuable expertise in substation and electric utility construction, budget and finance management, as well as project management. John's focus as a board member is on enhancing the electric system, controlling spending, and improving employee retention.

Norm Major

Norm Major

District 5

Norm Major
Secretary, CCD, BLC, DGC
nmajor@cvrec.com

District 5
City of Albia

Norm has served on Chariton Valley Electric’s Board of Directors since 2012 and currently holds the position of Board Secretary. Norm also represents CVEC on the Northeast Power transmission cooperative’s Board.

With 46 years of experience as an Engineering Specialist at Pella Windows and Doors, Norm brings valuable technical and management skills to the board. His focus is on ensuring affordable, reliable electricity for all members, while addressing community concerns about rates, service reliability, and safety.

Kenneth VandenBerg

Kenneth VandenBerg

District 5

Kenneth VandenBerg
President, CCD, BLC, DGC

kvandenberg@cvrec.com

District 5
City of Albia

Kenny has been a director on Chariton Valley Electric’s Board since 2010 and is currently the Board President.

He is committed to staying informed about emerging challenges and opportunities in the electric industry, including developments in wind and solar generation.

Richard Welsh

Richard Welsh

District 5

Richard Welsh 
Director, CCD, BLC, DGC
rwelsh@cvrec.com

District 5
City of Albia

Richard has been a director on Chariton Valley Electric’s Board since 1999. Richard also represents CVEC on the Northeast Power transmission cooperative’s board.

Richard is committed to finding ways to keep costs down while ensuring the cooperative continues to deliver the excellent service and reliability that members have come to expect.

Election of Directors

The election for Chariton Valley Electric Cooperative's Board of Directors is held annually during the annual meeting of the members. Each year, directors whose terms are expiring are replaced or re-elected for new three-year terms, ensuring ongoing member representation and leadership.

Interested in becoming a director? Click here for more information!

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  • Your Cooperative
    • About Us
      • About CVEC & History
      • Board of Directors
        • Directors and Bios
        • Director Elections
        • Board Meeting Information
      • Employees
      • Service Territory
      • Governance & Document Center
        • Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation
        • Complaint Procedures
        • Environmental, Social & Governance Report
        • Form 990
        • Privacy Policy
        • Statement of Nondiscrimination
        • Tariff
      • Annual Meeting
      • Newsletter
      • 2025 Rate Adjustment
    • Community
      • Community Programs
      • Economic Development
      • Legislation
      • Scholarships
      • Youth Tour
      • News
  • Your Membership
    • My Account
      • Manage My Bill
      • Create New Profile
      • Fee Information
      • Report an Outage
      • Start, Stop or Transfer Service
        • Apply for Service Online
      • Utility Bill Breakdown
      • Questions About Your Bill
    • Member Benefits
      • Patronage
      • Discounts, Perks and Products
        • Co-op Connections
        • Products
  • Safety
    • Safety Practices
      • Grain Bin Clearance Information
      • 811 - Call Before You Dig
      • Right-of-Way Maintenance
    • Safety Awareness
      • Safety Demonstrations
      • Energizing Safety
      • Safe Electricity
      • Safety Quiz
  • Energy Resources
    • Renewable Choices
      • Electric Vehicles
      • Go Green
      • Solar
      • Energy Mix
    • Resources and Savings
      • Energy Efficiency Rebates
      • Together We Save
      • Iowa Energy Office
      • Electrical Safety Foundation International
  • Careers
  • Operation Round Up
    • About ORU
    • ORU Guiding Documents
    • How to Apply for ORU Funds
    • How to Opt In or Out
    • ORU Awardees