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Security Light $9.82 per month Add outdoor lighting ​to your property, pay with your monthly bill. Other sizes are available for commercial applications. ​ Security lights must be installed on an Orange County REMC pole. If there is not a pole at the desired location, please call our office to schedule an appointment with a Staking Engineer. Additional charges will apply to set a new pole. ​ CONTACT US

In Memory of REMC Personnel Rodney Hager , 1946-2023 Rodney Bowen Hager, 77, of Orleans, passed away at 4:44 AM on December 10, 2023 at his home. He was born November 1, 1946 in Paoli, IN, the son of Kenneth and Marietta (Brown) Hager. In 2001, he was elected to the Orange County REMC Board of Directors. In 2002, he was elected to represent Orange County REMC on the Indiana Statewide Association which represents thirty-eight Indiana REMC’s, he became region 7 director, representing 5 southern Indiana REMC’s. He later served at president of the Statewide Association. He was serving as the Orange County REMC board member on the Hoosier Energy Board of Directors at the time of passing. ​ Janice Case, 1942-2022 Born May 12, 1942 in Salem, she was the daughter of Lester and Ruby (M atthew) Hauger. She married Thomas Cecil Case March 10 , 1962 and he preceded her in death January 12, 2022. Janice was a homemaker and worked 13 years for Orange County REMC. She enjoyed quilting, gardening, sewing, and oil painting. Janice restored antique furniture and did some upholstering. She was a member of the Orleans Church of Christ and graduated from Salem High School in 1960. ​ Eugene Roberts, 1939-2020 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Eugene Roberts. Our beloved friend and director passed away July 17, 2020. Eugene had been a Director at Orange County REMC since 1986 and also was appointed to the Hoosier Energy Generation and Transmission Board for the last 26 years. His dedication and knowledge of the industry is one of the reasons for our success. Eugene will be greatly missed. ​ Larry Clements, 1966-2020 Larry J. Clements age 54 of Paoli, passed away April 1, 2020 at IU Health Paoli Hospital. He was born February 9, 1966 in Paoli to parents, Arthur Clements Jr. and Diane (McMichens) Clements. He married Teresa Morrison on April 2, 1988. Larry worked as a meter technician for Orange County REMC since 1997, and was a volunteer firefighter for both Paoli and Southeast townships. He was a National Weather Service Skywarn Certified Storm Spotter and a member of Indiana Dodge Club. ​ Ralph Draper, 1946-2018 Ralph Dwane Draper, 71, of French Lick, Indiana, entered into eternal rest on November 13th, 2018 at IU Health Paoli Hospital in Paoli, Indiana. He was born on December 8th, 1946 in Herrin, Illinois to Ralph M. and Esther L. Draper. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents. He was a United States Army Veteran in the Vietnam war and a member of the French Lick American Legion Post 76, Orleans Masonic Lodge F & AM #153 and Loyal Order of Moose. He retired as an Operations Manager at Orange County REMC, had worked for Cinergy and was a member of I.B.E.W. Local 1393. ​ Helen Mae (Walker) Proctor, 1940-2018 Helen Mae (Walker) Proctor, 78, of Orleans, passed away at 3:43 PM on April 24, 2018, at her residence. She was born March 26, 1940 in Crawfordsville IN, the daughter of Clarence and Vera (Quinn) Walker. She married Herschel Gene Proctor, June 13, 1978, and he preceded her in death, February 23, 2018. She retired from Orange County REMC after 29 years and was a member of Orleans Tri-Kappa. Danny L. Arnold, 1949-2018 Danny Lee Arnold of Bedford, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 29th, at his home. Danny was born on March 7, 1949 in Sullivan Indiana to parents, the late Russell Arnold, Jr. and Shirley (Barrow) Humphrey. He served seven years in The United States Army Reserves leaving with an honorable discharge of Staff Sergeant.​ Dan retired from Orange County REMC after working 42 years in the utility business. Though modest of his accomplishments, he was proud to be the first person elected to the board of Cooperatives Federal Credit Union, serving six years as president of Co-op FCU, serving 10 years on the National standing committee representing a four-state area, as well as being chosen to represent the industry at an off-peak energy symposium. ​​ ​ (James) Mark Williams, 1952-2016 James Mark Williams, 64, of Orleans, passed away peacefully at his home on Oct. 8, 2016 at 9:01 AM. He was born on May 12, 1952 in Bedford, Indiana, the son of Larry Lee and Barbara Rose (McCart) Williams. Williams retired from Orange County REMC after 37 years of employment as a lineman. He was an active member and past master of the Orleans Masonic Lodge 153, the Bonds Chapel United Methodist Church and the National Rifle Association.​ ​ Brent Minton, 1979-2012 On Oct. 2, Brent Minton, a 33-year-old employee of Orange County REMC, was fatally injured in an accident as he loaded a utility pole onto a truck at the electric cooperative’s headquarters. The pole slipped out of the rigging, struck Minton and killed him instantly. ​ Minton was a journeyman lineman and worked at Orange County REMC for 12 years. He lived in Orleans and was a graduate of Paoli Jr./Sr. High School. Minton also served as an elder at the Dogwood Community Church in Paoli. He was an amazing example of what an employee, husband, father, son and Christian should be. Brent left a legacy of true love and humor. He is survived by his wife, Crystal; two children, Benjamin and Miley; parents Richard and Dinah Minton; and sister Kasie Lewellyn. ​ Bert Holsapple, 1931-2009 Bert E. Holsapple, 77, Orleans, died March 18 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Ky. Bert was born Sept. 24, 1931, in Orange County, to his parents, Claud and Allie (Baker) Holsapple. He married Ruth (Springer) Holsapple on April 23, 1955. He graduated from Orleans High School with the class of 1950 and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Bert was a member of the Orange County REMC board of directors, representing District 3 since 1970. This district includes all of Northeast Township in Orange County and Bono Township in Lawrence County. ​ Bert was a farmer, a member of the Lost River Baptist Church, Claysville, where he served as a deacon; and the Rob Morris Masonic Lodge in Campbellsburg. He was a former member of the Orleans Community School Board and Farm Credit Services of Mid-America’s Board of Directors. He received the “2004 Master Farmer Award” and was selected by the Orleans FFA as the “Honorary Chapter Farmer.”​ ​ Justin Moon, 1986-2008 Orange County REMC employee Justin Moon was fatally injured in a non-work related auto accident at 9:18 on March 8. Justin and his wife Autumn (Buchanan) Moon were traveling on U.S. 150 east of Paoli when the accident happened. Another vehicle struck a deer, which was sent through the windshield of Moon’s vehicle. Justin suffered brain injuries and was taken to Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis where he was later removed from life support. Autumn suffered minor injuries in the crash. ​ His parents are Denny and Tammy (Webster) Moon and sisters are Misty Ross of Paoli and Jenny Hall of Virginia. He was hired at Orange County REMC as a member services technician in August of 2006. He was enrolled in the Hoosier Energy meter technician program. Justin was a very friendly young man who made everyone around him laugh. He was a wonderful person who would do anything asked of him. He will be sadly missed by his friends and co-workers at the REMC as well as anyone who met him. Justin was 21 years old and a 2005 Paoli High School graduate.

Operation Round Up What is Operation Round Up? We are pleased to offer a program designed to gather voluntary contributions from members to assist people in the communities served by your cooperative. Funds have been disbursed to local libraries, senior scholarship, schools, police departments, churches, and other organizations. Guidelines for awarding this money address needs such as food, clothing, shelter, health care and other community services. Funds are never used for political or administrative purposes. Each month, members who wish to participate in Operation Round Up can have Orange County REMC automatically round their electric and/or fiber bill to the next highest dollar. The cost to you will be less than a dollar a month and will average about $6.00 a year. Think about how many people and organizations can be helped with this small act. Since 2003, $601,746.23 has been given back to local communities through Operation Round Up. ​ Watch this video to learn more. DISBURSMENT LIST Important Dates ​Cycle 1 Application deadline: February 16, 2024 Board of Trustee Meeting: March 4, 2024 Cycle 2 Application deadline: June 14, 2024 Board of Trustee Meeting: July 1, 2024 Cycle 3 Application deadline: October 18, 2024 Board of Trustee Meeting: November 4, 2024 ​ INDIVIDUAL APPLICATION ORGANIZATION APPLICATION Operation Round Up November 2023 Members who wish to participate in Operation Round Up can have Orange County REMC automatically round their electric and/or fiber bills... Operation Round Up July 2023 Members who wish to participate in Operation Round Up can have Orange County REMC automatically round their electric and/or fiber bills... Operation Round Up March 2023 Each month, members who wish to participate in Operation Round Up can have Orange County REMC automatically round their electric and/or... 1 2 3

Operation Round Up We are pleased to offer a program designed to gather voluntary contributions from members to assist people in the communities served by your cooperative. LEARN MORE Indiana Connection Indiana Connection magazine includes topics ranging from Indiana travel, cooking, dining and hobbies, and important news from Orange County REMC. READ HERE Youth Programs Orange County REMC values our youth. We offer programs including a trip to Washington D.C., a trip to the Indiana State House, a calendar art contest, and scholarships. LEARN MORE Annual Meeting Each year Orange County REMC invites its electric members to gather to enjoy food, entertainment and hear a review of the previous year's business. LEARN MORE Room Rental Orange County REMC is pleased to make its Training Room available to the public. LEARN MORE

Internet Home Prices/Plans Service Area Tech Support FAQs Contact Us CONSTRUCTION PROCESS As more people hear about the progress we're making in building a brand new fiber optic network to bring high-speed internet to rural Orange County and the communities around them, the biggest question they have is "How long before I have service?" ​ Even if you are in the area currently under construction, it still takes a little time from when you see our contractors working in your area, to the moment you have high-speed internet service. Here you will see the 6 basic steps that are performed by multiple contractors in the process of bringing high-speed internet to your home or business. We appreciate everyone's patience as we continue to work on this important project. Orange County Fiber’s mainline contractor hangs fiber in the area that is in the current construction phase. STEP 01 Mainline Construction An REMC employee contacts you and coordinates installation of the “drop” at your home or business. STEP 02 Communication The drop coordinator constructs the drop from mainline to the house and installs the wall box, typically mounted on the outside of the building. STEP 03 The Drop Orange County Fiber’s mainline contractor splices fiber from the drop to the outside wall box. STEP 04 Connection The outside wall box is tested to ensure fiber optics are functioning at correct levels before the co-op calls you and offers service. STEP 05 Testing REMC contacts you to schedule a time for installation of the router and establishes service at the home or business. STEP 06 The Install INTERNET SERVICE AREA WHAT PEOPLE SAY What I appreciate the most is the unlimited data usage. I had to be careful with my previous IP because I had limited data. I could get more if needed, for an extra charge, but I thought that was very unfair. Fiber is the way to go! As a remote employee, often working from home, I struggled with with poor unreliable cell and internet service. Orange County Fiber has eliminated all the issues I used to have. Very dependable and exceeds my expectation. It has opened a whole new world of using the internet compared to our old satellite and old 20Mb cable that we had many years. Incredibly fast (great bandwidth) and very reasonable price for all of this speed. Love it! R. Weaver D. Scare M. Addis Access to broadband internet through Orange Co Fiber has made my life much simpler. Paying bills online and shopping online is wonderful. My husband is enjoying gaming online as well. Our previous TV and Internet were both delivered via satellite. We would lose both when clouds formed. Now our service is consistent no matter what the weather. Fantastic service at a really good price. I am able to work from home without a hitch using Teams, Outlook, Jira and Qtest. W. Phillips D. Hess D. Jochnau

The deadline for 2024 rebates is December 13, 2024 Rebates and Incentives Orange County REMC offers member incentive programs which include payments to members who purchase qualifying equipment. These program payments will assist members in buying more efficient equipment to save money over the life of their purchase. Incentive payments will only apply to equipment installed and operating in the 2024 calendar year in homes or structures connected to Orange County REMC. Interpretation of qualifying equipment and installations is at the sole discretion of Orange County REMC. Residential HVAC Electric Lawn Equipment Water Heaters HVAC Tune-Up

Residential HVAC Did you know most people spend up to 48% of their energy bills on heating and cooling, making that the largest energy expense in most homes? Upgrading your HVAC system to a newer energy-efficient heat pump system may seem expensive, but when you factor in the lower running cost, less maintenance and longer lifespan, you will see a quicker return on your investment and save money for many years. For more information on heat pumps, be sure to visit WhyElectrify.com. To Qualify Must be installed in a home served by OCREMC. Heat pumps are for whole-home installations only with exception of the Single-Room Mini-Split Heat Pump. An AHRI Certificate must accompany the application and invoice to be qualified. You can obtain the AHRI certificate from your contractor or from the manufacturer. Find your AHRI Certification. Limit of two (2) rebates allowed per member account per useful life of rebated equipment. Submission for rebates must be within 90 days of installation in the same calendar year. Incentive amount can not exceed 50% of equipment cost. Rebate program ends Dec. 13, 2024, and is subject to change without notice. Rebate may be mailed, brought to office, or emailed to mbelcher@myremc.coop . Read the full list of the terms & conditions. ​ Questions? Call 812-865-2229 ext 2036 RESIDENTIAL REBATE FORM Incentives Air Source and Dual Fuel Heat Pump Tier 1​ SEER2 rating 14.3 - 15.3 HSPF2 rating ≥ 7.6 ​ Tier 2 SEER2 rating 15.4 - 17.2 HSPF2 rating ≥ 7.6 ​ Tier 3 SEER2 rating 17.3 & up HSPF2 rating ≥ 7.6 $300 $400 $500 Mini-Split Heat Pump Whole Home SEER2 rating ≥ 17.3 HSPF2 rating ≥ 7.6 ​ Single Room SEER2 rating ≥ 17.3 HSPF2 rating ≥ 7.6 $500 $300 Geothermal Heat Pump No minimum SEER2 rating $2,000 Return to Rebates

HVAC Tune-Up Have you ever wished you’d known something was going to break down before it did? If you had known you might have been able to prevent it from happening. Getting your HVAC equipment tuned up each year not only ensures your equipment is running efficiently and saving you money on your electric bill, but could potentially catch any problems before they become more expensive problems. To Qualify One rebate per member account per calendar year. HVAC unit must be located in a home served by Orange County REMC. Unit must be 3 or more years old. The tune-up must be performed by a licensed HVAC contractor and include detailed description of service performed on receipt/invoice. Application must be filled out and signed by member. Submission for rebates must be within 90 days of tune-up service in the same calendar year. Rebate participation is subject to funding availability. Rebate program ends Dec. 13, 2024, and is subject to change without notice. Rebate may be mailed, brought to office, or emailed to mbelcher@myremc.coop . Read the full list of terms & conditions. ​ Questions? Call 812-865-2229 ext 2036 HVAC TUNE-UP REBATE Incentives Heat Pump and Central Air ​ Gas furnaces are not eligible unless part of the central air system. 50% OFF UP TO $50 Return to Rebates

Start or Stop Service Transfer/Reconnect Transfer or Reconnect Service When moving to an existing residence or structure located with in the service jurisdiction of Orange County REMC, you will need to contact our office to schedule a day to have the electric service transferred or reconnected into your name. At that time we will need the following from you: The address of the property or the meter number A completed application for membership and electric service Driver's License or another photo I.D. $25 membership Possible deposit (based on credit report) By law we have three working days to complete a transfer request, but typically service can be connected the next business day. Emergency service restoration due to storms or natural disasters takes priority over new service connections. Disconnect Disconnect Service The account holder will need to contact our office to request the disconnect. When you disconnect your service your membership fee and deposit, if applicable, will be refunded or applied to your final bill. Please be prepared to provide a forwarding address. Connect a New Property When connecting a new service at a new property, you will need to contact our office to schedule an appointment with an REMC staking engineer. At that time we will also need the following from you: The address of the property or neighboring address A completed application for membership and electric service Driver's License or another photo I.D. $25 membership Possible deposit (based on credit report) Remember to call 1-800-382-5544 to have utility location marked before you dig. For more information about this FREE service, go to Indiana 811 . New Property Applications MEMBER APPLICATION NON MEMBER APPLICATION Please select the 'Member Application' if you are requesting electric and/or fiber service in our electric service area . Non-electric members who are requesting fiber, please select the 'Non-Member Application.' ​ You can drop your application off at our office or submit it by email to orangecoremc@myremc.coop . Please be sure to include two forms of ID if you choose to submit your application by email. Application

We Would Love to Hear From You! Contact Us Use this form for INTERNET Contact Us Tech Support Fiber Service FAQs How Can We Help? Inquire about service availability Sign up for fiber (for non-members) Sign up for fiber (for OC REMC electric members) Sign up for wireless Other Submit Thanks for contacting us! Use this form for ELECTRIC Contact Us Electric FAQs Submit Thanks for contacting us! You can drop applications off at our office, mail it to us, or or submit it by email to ocruralfiber@myremc.coop . Main Office Building 1 7133 State Rd 337 Orleans, IN 47452 Mailing Address PO Box 208 Orleans, IN 47452 Phone Numbers (812) 865-2229 Toll Free: (888) 337-5900 Fax: (812) 865-2061 Outage: (855) 865-2229 Operations/Materials Building 2 & 3 8390 N State Rd 37 Orleans, IN 47452 Office Hours Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm Holiday office closings Jasper Office 124 Staat Strasse Jasper, IN 47546

Surge Protection Service Entrance Device Lease for $7 per month with a 3-year minimum ​ Today's homes and businesses have more sensitive electronic equipment than ever. From computers to stereos, televisions, microwaves and even coffee pots, electronic devices are present in high quantity. These devices make our lives easier, but, due to their delicate circuitry, they are all susceptible to damage from voltage surges. Orange County REMC offers a Service Entrance Device as a first line of defense. It provides protection for your entire electrical system, including components that cannot be connected to a point-of-use device, such as outlets and light fixtures and switches. Mounted on your meter, when a surge travels down the electric lines, these devices act as a "clamp" to surge to reduce its power. This piece of equipment will sacrifice itself, rather than allowing a surge to pass through.

Youth Programs Page Day Application Deadline January 5, 2024 Progra m Dates January 24, 2 024 February 20, 2024 PAGE DAY APPLICATION LEARN MORE Page Day Page Day with the Indiana Senate gives students an opportunity to learn about their state government and how bills become law. Highlights include a Statehouse tour, mock bill activity, speakers and other educational activities. Students may have the opportunity to see the Indiana Legislature in action and meet their legislator. The program is open to high school students. ​ Scholarships Application Deadline February 16, 2024 2024 APPLICATION LEARN MORE 2024 Scholarships Each year Orange County REMC awards up to 6 scholarships, which are funded by the Operation Round Up program. To apply for one of the $750 scholarships, students must graduate from Paoli, Springs Valley, Orleans, Mitchell, Crawford or West Washington. Camp Kilowatt Application Deadline March 1, 2024 Progra m Date June 5-8, 2024 CAMP APPLICATION LEARN MORE Camp Kilowatt A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. The camp takes place in early June and gives kids a chance to learn about energy while making new friends and enjoying activities and games. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rocking climbing, swimming, and much more. ​ Indiana Youth Tour Application Deadline March 1, 2024 Progra m Date June 16-23, 2024 YOUTH TOUR APPLICATION LEARN MORE Indiana Youth Tour During the month of June, Indiana’s electric cooperatives sponsor an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington D.C., for high school seniors-to-be. This seven day trip includes visits with Indiana’s congressional leaders on Capital Hill and a youth event with student delegates across the country. Calendar Art Contest Application Deadline March 29, 2024 ENTRY FORM LEARN MORE Calendar Art Contest Indiana K-12 students are invited to enter Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Contest for a chance to illustrate an award-winning wall calendar. Each year, 13 first-place winners and honorable mentions winners will have their artwork featured in the calendar - and will receive cash prizes. Winners will have their artwork displayed at the annual Hoosier Salon exhibition.