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Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors, who are elected by the membership at the Cooperative's annual meeting. The Cooperative's scheduled Annual Meeting is in March or April of each year at the East Muskingum Larry W. Miller Intermediate School, New Concord, Ohio.

Unlike other types of utilities, the Cooperative is governed by directors elected from and by the membership, not by out-of-town shareholders interested in securing a higher dividend return for the stockholders.

The service area of Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. is divided into seven board districts, each with a member elected representative. Candidates are nominated from the floor at the annual meeting to serve a three year term. The entire membership present votes on these candidates at the annual meeting to elect directors.

The Board of Directors meet every month. They are responsible for setting the Cooperative's policies and rates, approving contracts and regularly reviews the operating performance of the Cooperative and its appointed management. As representatives of the rural community, they communicate the interests of the Cooperative’s membership.

The following is a brief biography of the Co-op's Board of Directors.

DISTRICT 1
Maureen Riley

Maureen Riley
8300 Coopermill Rd
Zanesville, Ohio  43701
740-607-5607

Occupation: Managing Member, Clearpath Utility Solutions, LLC.

Mrs. Riley represents District 1, which includes the following Muskingum County townships: Cass, Falls, Hopewell, Jackson, Licking, Madison, Muskingum, Newton and Springfield. Licking County township of Hopewell and Perry County township of Madison.

She has been a Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. Director since April 13, 2019.

DISTRICT 2
Duane Parks

Duane Parks
1809 Sunflower Road
New Concord, Ohio 43762
740-872-3318

Occupation: Self-employed farmer.

Mr. Parks represents District 2, which includes the following Muskingum County townships: Adams, Highland, Monroe, Perry, Rich Hill, Salem, Salt Creek, Union, Washington and Wayne. Coshocton County township of Linton.

He has been a Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. Director since November 29, 1969.

DISTRICT 3
Matt Carpenter

Matt Carpenter
8725 High Hill Rd
Chandlersville, Ohio  43727
740-651-8652

Occupation: Executive Vice-President, Citizens National Bank of McConnelsville.

Mr. Carpenter represents District 3, which includes the following Muskingum County townships: Blue Rock, Brush Creek, Clay, Harrison and Meigs. Noble County townships: Brookfield and Sharon. Morgan County townships of Bloom, Bristol, Manchester, Meigsville and York.

He has been a Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. Director since April 13, 2019.

DISTRICT 4

Gotschall Mark

Mark Gotschall
5050 Skyline Drive
Cambridge, Ohio 43725
740-255-4088

Occupation: Retired from AEP

Mr. Gotschall represents District 4, which includes the following Guernsey County townships: Adams, Cambridge, Knox, Liberty, and Westland.

He has been a Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. Director since April 13, 2024.

DISTRICT 5
Jay Gray

Jay K. Gray
2654 Camp Ground Rd SE
Tippecanoe, Ohio 44699
330-340-0525

Occupation: Co-owner operator of Gray-Eering Ltd.

Mr. Gray represents District 5, which includes the following Tuscarawas County townships: Salem, Clay, Rush, Oxford, and Washington. Guernsey County township of Wheeling and Harrison County township of Freeport.

He has been a Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. Director since April 4, 2009.

DISTRICT 6

Susan Harper

Susan Harper
19318 Grossbeak Rd
Salesville, Ohio, 43778
740-630-7947

Occupation: Self-employed farmer.

Ms. Harper represents District 6 which includes the following Guernsey County townships: Center, Jefferson, Londonderry, Madison, Monroe, Oxford, Washington, and Wills.

She has been a Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. Director since April 1, 2023.

DISTRICT 7
Ed Bay

Edward G. Bay
54500 Bay Lane
Cumberland, Ohio 43732
740-638-4527

Occupation: Self-employed farmer.

Mr. Bay represents District 7, which includes the following Guernsey County townships: Jackson, Millwood, Richland, Spencer, and Valley. Noble County townships: Beaver and Wayne.

He has been a Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative, Inc. Director since April 2, 2005.

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Us
      • History
    • Board of Directors
    • Business Office Info
      • Directions
    • Careers
    • Code of Regulations
      • Articles of Incorporation
      • Code of Regulations
      • Mission Statement
      • Statement of Ideals
    • Competitive Difference
      • Deregulation and Choice
      • Generation Assets
      • Renewable Energy
    • Contact Us
      • Contact Update Form
    • Nondiscrimination Statement
    • Service Territory
  • Acct Services
    • Billing Services
      • Automatic Direct Bill Payment
      • Billing Rates
      • Budget Plan
      • Member Assistance
      • Payment of Bills
    • Capital Credit Retirement
    • Capital Credits
    • Financial Assistance
    • Financial Assistance
    • Service Fee
    • SmartHub
  • Community
    • 4H Involvement
    • Community - Youth
    • Operation Helping Others
    • Scholarships
    • Youth Tour
  • Member info
    • ACRE Coop Owners for Political Action
      • ACRE - Frequently Asked Questions
    • Annual Meeting Notice
      • Directions to L. W. Miller School
    • Annual Meeting of Members
    • Cardinal Plant Tour
    • Energy Alternatives - EnviroWatts
      • EnviroWatts Application
    • FAQ
    • Ohio Cooperative Living
    • Peak Management
    • Renewable Energy
  • Operations
    • Service Specifications
      • Meter Pole - Overhead Service
      • Overhead Service - No Mast
      • Overhead Service - With Mast
      • Meter Pole - UG Service
      • UG Service - Pedestal Panel
      • UG Service - Pedestal Post
      • UG Service - Structure Mount
      • Ohio MH Commision
    • Before You Dig - OUPS and OGPUPS
    • Non-Outage Trouble Form
    • Reporting Outages
    • Rolling Power Outages FAQ
    • Trees and Right-of-Way
      • Select the Right Tree
    • Service Disconnect
  • Services
    • Geothermal
    • Air Conditioning
    • Dual Fuel
    • Generator Transfer Switch
      • Generator Wattage Guide
      • Which Generator to Buy
    • Home Energy Audit
    • Radio Controlled Switches
    • Safety Demonstrations
    • Water Heaters
  • Useful Tools