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Cass County Electric Cooperative (CCEC) prides itself on the relationship it has built with its members – a relationship based on reliable service, financial responsibility, public safety and transparency. With these tenants of trust in mind, we want to update our members on circumstances that may influence financial decisions made by your co-op board and staff in the near future.
Minnkota Power Cooperative (our wholesale power provider) has worked hard to keep its electric rates stable and unchanged throughout the volatility of the pandemic and the years that followed. In fact, Minnkota has not adjusted its rates in eight years (April 2017). However, with inflationary pressures, supply chain challenges, and the pace of industry change continuing to grow, Minnkota has made the difficult decision of increasing its average wholesale power rateby 8.3% in April 2025. Understandably, a rate increase from Minnkota will add pressure to CCEC’s electric rate to our members as well, and our team will need to act accordingly to continue to provide the service you expect and deserve.
You may be asking why a rate adjustment is coming now. To understand the urgency of the matter, consider the increase in cost of critical power materials since 2020: The average cost to build a mile of transmission power line is up 40%, with the line itself (conductor) up 46% and other key components up over 65%. The costs involved in providing electricity continue to be impacted at a higher rate.
We want to assure you that rate adjustments are only considered when necessary. Minnkota and CCEC are not-for-profit cooperatives, so our sole purpose is to serve our members – not to make money for shareholders. And we are not the only electric utilities facing these difficult decisions. Utilities across the nation are experiencing the same inflationary pressures and cost increases.
If you’re concerned a potential electric rate increase could lead to financial difficulties in your household, remember that CCEC and its partners offer programs to help. From energy efficiency programs to payment assistance, we can help you find the path that will work best for you. If you have questions about rates or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to call the office at 701-356-4400.
We will have more detailed information on the rate adjustment in the months to come. We thank you, our valued members, for your patience and understanding
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