Beech Tree News Network

 April 9, 2018 (Bowling Green, KY) Warren RECC celebrated National Lineman Appreciation Day on Monday with celebrations throughout the Warren RECC district. 

 Linemen work with thousands of volts of electricity high atop power lines 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to keep electricity flowing and must often work under dangerous conditions far from their families to construct and maintain the energy infrastructure. Additionally, linemen are often first responders during storms and other catastrophic events, working to make the scene safe for other public safety heroes. 

“Warren RECC is committed to the seven cooperative principles that define our business model. Paramount among those principles is the fact that we are dedicated to our community and owned by our members. Our linemen are deeply committed to ensuring our members have safe, reliable power to support their everyday lives, regardless of the conditions. Today, we take the opportunity to thank them for their service and dedication. I would also like to thank the administrative staff who support their work every day by ensuring their safety and comfort in the field,” said W. Scott Ramsey, President and CEO of Warren RECC. 

 In December 2014, the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Board adopted a resolution recognizing the second Monday of each April as National Lineman Appreciation Day. Today, organizations across the country took time out to honor the lineman that power their communities. Warren RECC’s linemen were honored with lunches at each local office as well as proclamations and visits from several County Judge Executives.