Election Process

Recruiting and electing new board members is essential to maintaining a strong, member-focused cooperative. Our board members play a vital role in shaping the cooperative’s future, working together with others who are equally committed to upholding the democratic process and ensuring we deliver exceptional service to our members.

As a director, the primary responsibility is to develop policies and approve strategic plans that guide the operation of the cooperative. Directors must also be prepared to dedicate time to attend monthly board meetings, special sessions, and educational seminars, staying up-to-date on the evolving electric utility industry.

According to Article III, Section 3 of CVEC's Bylaws, director candidates shall be nominated by petition. Any member interested in running must submit a petition with at least fifteen (15) signatures from members residing in the district they seek to represent. These petitions must be submitted to the cooperative no later than sixty (60) days prior to the date of the meeting.

Elections for CVEC’s Board of Directors are held each year at the Annual Meeting in August, where members vote to elect three directors, each serving a three-year term. To learn more about the voting process and how to get involved, please visit the Annual Meeting page.

Steps to Become a Director Candidate

  1. Review Key Documents
    Begin by reviewing CVEC's Articles and Bylaws, board district maps, and relevant policies to familiarize yourself with the eligibility requirements and responsibilities of a director.

  2. Complete the Director Candidate Petition Packet
    Download and complete the Director Candidate Petition Packet. Once completed, you can either email your documents to election@cvrec.com or drop them off in-person at CVEC’s headquarters (2090 Hwy 5, Albia, IA 52531). All materials must be submitted by June 5, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.

  3. Gather Member Signatures
    Use the signature form included in the petition packet to collect verifiable signatures from at least fifteen (15) members who reside in or have designated voting residences in the district you seek to represent. Members seeking nomination are encouraged to collect more than 15 signatures to account for potential verification issues.

  4. Eligibility Review
    Once you have submitted your petition with signatures, the Qualifications and Election Committee will review the materials to verify eligibility. If approved, your name will be placed on the ballot.

For additional information about director responsibilities or if you have general inquiries, please contact CVEC at election@cvrec.com or 641.932.7126.

Reference Material

 

Director Candidate Petition Packet 

  • Click HERE to download and complete the director candidate petition packet 

Director Election Schedule

CVEC's territory is divided into five districts, each represented by the proportional number of board seats. Director terms are staggered in a set three-year rotation. 

Election Schedule