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MOHAVE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE INC

BULLHEAD CITY, AZ · EIN 860079750 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Very Large (>$50M) · www.mohaveelectric.com
revenue
$80.1M
expenses
$79.3M
net assets
$114.5M
employees
102
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE RELIABLE ELECTRIC POWER AND RELATED SERVICES TO OUR MEMBERS AT THE MOST AFFORDABLE COST.

profile · synthesized from sources

Mohave Electric Cooperative is a not-for-profit utility providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric service to residential and small commercial members in Mohave County, Arizona. Established in 1946, it operates as a member-owned cooperative, focusing on cost-effective power distribution and community engagement.

named programs · 8 · from sources

what they call their work

Budget Payment Plan
A plan for residential customers to budget electric service payments evenly over a 12-month billing cycle, with monthly payments calculated based on average usage.
Co-op Connections
A member benefit program that invests in the local economy through community-based initiatives.
Home Energy Review
A service provided by MEC staff to help members manage energy usage, maximize efficiency, and reduce energy bills through recommendations and education.
Making Accidents Disappear
An electrical safety program featuring a magician for elementary school students.
Mohave Easy Pay
An automatic bill payment program that drafts payments from a member's checking account on the due date.
Mohave Prepay
An optional pay-as-you-go plan for residential and small commercial members to prepay for electricity, eliminating deposits and monthly bills.
Paperless Billing
An option for members to receive their electric bill via email instead of a physical paper bill.
SmartHub
An online and mobile app platform allowing members to manage billing details, payment history, usage history, update information, report outages, and make payments.
activities · 13 groups

what they do

  • School-Based Community Fundraising Programs 5 activities
    • Community and Educational Support Programs
      Offers $200 classroom grants to support local educational initiatives and hosts educational events such as an electrical safety show for elementary school students. Also sponsors and invests in community programs related to economic development, safety, education, and healthcare.
    • Renewable Energy and Local Economic Investment
      Invests in the local economy through community-based programs, including the development of renewable energy projects on schools and government buildings, supporting sustainable infrastructure and economic development.
    • Support community development and education
      Provides $200 classroom grants to support local educational initiatives and invests in community-based programs, including sponsorships, donations, and renewable energy projects on schools and government buildings to support economic development, safety, education, and healthcare.
    • Support community development through sponsorships and donations
      Provides sponsorships, donations, and investments in programs related to economic development, safety, education, and healthcare to support community development, including offering $200 classroom grants and investing in renewable energy projects on schools and government buildings.
    • Support community development through sponsorships and investments
      Provides sponsorships, donations, and investments in programs related to economic development, safety, education, and healthcare to support community development, including investing in the local economy through community-based programs and renewable energy projects on schools and government buildings.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 4 activities
    • Communicate with members through meetings and publications
      Communicates with members through various channels, including distributing a quarterly magazine to 37,946 residential and business members, hosting town hall meetings to discuss rate changes and operational challenges, and holding annual and district meetings for presentations and board elections.
    • Conduct member outreach and communication
      Distributes a quarterly magazine with local content and business advertising to 37,946 residential and business members, holds townhall meetings to communicate rate changes and operational challenges, and hosts annual and district meetings for member engagement and board elections.
    • Engage members through communication and education
      Distributes a quarterly magazine with local content and business advertising to 37,946 members, hosts townhall meetings to communicate rate changes and operational challenges, and conducts educational outreach such as an electrical safety show for elementary students featuring a magician.
    • Member Communication and Engagement Platforms
      Distributes a quarterly magazine to 37,946 residential and business members featuring local content and advertising, and operates the SmartHub app for access to billing, usage history, outage reporting, and account management. Also hosts townhall meetings and an annual meeting to communicate operational updates and rate changes.
  • Utility Rate Case Advocacy 4 activities
    • Conduct legislative and regulatory advocacy
      Engages in legislative advocacy at the Arizona State Capitol to support policies that ensure reliability and affordability for not-for-profit electric utilities. Successfully implemented a rate case approved by the Arizona Corporation Commission, effective March 2026.
    • Engage in legislative advocacy
      Conducts legislative advocacy at the State Capitol to support reliability and affordability policies for not-for-profit electric utilities and successfully implemented a rate case approved by the Arizona Corporation Commission.
    • Engage in legislative advocacy for electric utility policies
      Conducts legislative advocacy at the State Capitol to support reliability and affordability policies for not-for-profit electric utilities and successfully implemented a rate case approved by the Arizona Corporation Commission.
    • Legislative and Regulatory Advocacy
      Conducts advocacy efforts at the State Capitol to support policies that ensure reliability and affordability for not-for-profit electric utilities. Successfully implemented a rate case approved by the Arizona Corporation Commission, effective March 2026.
  • Home Energy Audits & Reviews 4 activities
    • Energy Efficiency and Management Programs
      Offers home and phone-based energy reviews that assess HVAC systems, appliances, lighting, and occupant behavior, providing personalized recommendations and educational materials to help members reduce energy usage and lower bills. Also provides ongoing energy management support and resources.
    • Offer energy management programs and home energy reviews
      Offers energy management programs and staff support to assist members with individual energy concerns, including conducting home energy reviews (on-site or phone-based) to assess HVAC systems, appliances, lighting, and occupant behavior, and providing personalized recommendations and educational materials to reduce energy usage and lower bills.
    • Offer energy management programs and home energy reviews
      Offers energy management programs and staff support to assist members with individual energy concerns, including conducting home energy reviews (on-site or phone-based) to assess HVAC systems, appliances, lighting, and occupant behavior, providing personalized recommendations and educational materials to reduce energy usage and lower bills.
    • Support member energy management and efficiency
      Offers home energy reviews and phone-based assessments that evaluate HVAC systems, appliances, lighting, and occupant behavior, providing personalized recommendations and educational materials to help members reduce energy use and lower bills. Also provides energy management programs with staff support for individual concerns.
  • Multi-Channel Utility Payment Processing 4 activities
    • Facilitate bill payment and account management
      Provides various options for members to manage their accounts and pay bills, including the SmartHub app for payments, billing, usage history, and outage notifications; an Easy Pay program for automatic bank payments; a 24/7 Interactive Voice Response System for phone payments; a Budget Payment Plan; Mohave Prepay for residential and small commercial members; paperless billing; and a 24-hour outdoor kiosk and Member Resource Center for in-person payments and assistance.
    • Facilitate bill payment and account management
      Provides various options for members to manage their accounts and pay bills, including the SmartHub app for payments, billing/usage history, and outage notifications, an Easy Pay program for automatic bank payments, a 24/7 Interactive Voice Response System for phone payments, a Budget Payment Plan, Mohave Prepay for residential and small commercial members, paperless billing, and a 24-hour outdoor kiosk for bill payments.
    • Member Billing and Payment Services
      Provides multiple billing and payment options including a Budget Payment Plan, Mohave Prepay (a pay-as-you-go plan), Easy Pay (automatic bank payments), paperless billing via email and SmartHub, 24/7 phone payments through an Interactive Voice Response System, and a 24-hour outdoor kiosk for cash, card, or check payments.
    • Provide accessible member billing and payment options
      Offers multiple billing and payment services including a 24/7 Interactive Voice Response System, SmartHub app, Easy Pay automatic payments, Budget Payment Plan, Mohave Prepay (pay-as-you-go), paperless billing, and a 24-hour outdoor kiosk for cash, card, or check payments. A Member Resource Center in Bullhead City also provides in-person assistance.
  • Accessible Outage Reporting Systems 3 activities
    • Advance accessibility for members with disabilities
      Provides phone-based assistance via the Federal Information Relay Service (1-800-877-8339) for TTY/Voice communication, offers website accessibility support upon request, and commits to correcting any identified accessibility issues on its digital platforms.
    • Ensure website accessibility
      Provides assistance to users of assistive technology who encounter accessibility issues on the website, offers access to phone-based assistance via the Federal Information Relay Service, and commits to correcting any identified website accessibility issues.
    • Website Accessibility and Assistive Technology Support
      Provides phone-based assistance via the Federal Information Relay Service (1-800-877-8339) and offers direct support to users of assistive technology who encounter accessibility issues on the website, with a commitment to correcting identified barriers.
  • Utility Rate Adjustment Implementation 3 activities
    • Conduct energy rate analysis
      Contracts an energy rate analyst to review its cost of service based on audited financials to determine necessary rate adjustments.
    • Conduct energy rate analysis and cost-of-service review
      Contracted an energy rate analyst to review cost of service based on 2024 audited financials, which identified a need for a $5.99 increase to the standard residential customer charge.
    • Rate and Cost of Service Analysis
      Contracted an energy rate analyst to conduct a cost-of-service study based on 2024 audited financials, which identified a need for a $5.99 increase to the standard residential customer charge.
  • Electricity Distribution & Transmission Services 3 activities
    • Deliver reliable and affordable electric service
      Provides electric service to approximately 38,238 members across 45,532 meters through over 1,572 miles of power lines in three Arizona counties, including Bullhead City, Mohave Mesa, Peach Springs, and other rural communities. The service includes ongoing infrastructure maintenance and operational reliability efforts.
    • Electric Service Delivery
      Provides reliable and affordable electric service to approximately 38,200 members across over 1,572 miles of power lines in three Arizona counties, serving 45,532 meters. The service includes ongoing maintenance and infrastructure operations to ensure consistent power delivery.
    • Provide reliable and affordable electric service
      Provides reliable and affordable electric service to 38,238 members and 45,532 meters through over 1,571.95 miles of power lines across three counties, including Bullhead City, Mohave Mesa, Peach Springs, Deer Lodge, Wikieup, Topock, and Golden Shores.
  • Non-Discrimination Policy Implementation 2 activities
    • Equity and Inclusion in Employment
      Provides equal employment and volunteer opportunities regardless of age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political belief, or veteran status, and commits to fostering an inclusive work environment.
    • Promote workforce inclusion and volunteerism
      Commits to equal employment and volunteer opportunities regardless of age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. Also fosters an inclusive work environment and encourages employee, management, and staff volunteerism with local charitable organizations.
  • Member Benefits and Support Services 2 activities
    • Member Benefit and Loyalty Program
      Operates the Co-op Connections program, which provides member benefits and rewards as part of its member-focused service model.
    • Operate member benefit programs
      Manages the Co-op Connections program, which provides member benefits as part of its cooperative service model.
  • Community Safety Education Programs 2 activities
    • Promote electrical safety education
      Hosts electrical safety education shows for elementary school students.
    • Provide educational programs and grants
      Offers $200 classroom grants to support educational initiatives and hosts electrical safety education shows for elementary school students.
  • Community Engagement & Volunteer Mobilization 1 activity
    • Volunteerism and Employee Engagement
      Encourages employees, management, and staff to volunteer time, effort, and resources to support various charitable organizations and community causes.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Ensure website accessibility
      Provides assistance to users of assistive technology who encounter accessibility issues on the website, including access to phone-based assistance via the Federal Information Relay Service, and commits to correcting any identified website accessibility issues.
    • Facilitate member participation and governance
      Hosts an Annual Meeting and district meetings for member engagement, including elections and re-elections of board representatives, presentations from leadership and partner organizations, and recognition programs such as the 80th Logo Contest.
    • Member Service Centers and In-Person Support
      Operates a Member Resource Center in Bullhead City, AZ, offering in-person assistance with payments, account updates, and service inquiries, supported by staff representatives and online payment facilities.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$80.08M
Contributions & grants$1.82M2%
Program service revenue$76.99M96%
Investment income$758K1%
Other revenue$509K
expenses
Total expenses$79.28M
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2.52M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$252.18M
Cash$779K
Investments$85.75M
Liabilities$137.68M
Net assets$114.50M
Liquid reserves13.1 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +3.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 18
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
J TYLER CARLSON CEO 40 $906K
ARDEN LAUXMAN CFO 40 $299K
HEATH BARKER CIO 40 $233K
RAYMOND FLECK JOURNEYMAN L 48 $216K
JERRY HARDY MGR. ENGINEE 40 $215K
RICHARD CAMPOS COO 40 $189K
SHELBY SINCLAIR JOURNEYMAN L 44 $181K
RON DRIVER AREA SUPERVI 40 $158K
JASON HARRIS JOURNEYMAN L 46 $154K
JOHN B NELSSEN DIRECTOR 9 $28K
DEBORAH JOHNSON DIRECTOR 11 $23K
KEVIN NESTRICK DIRECTOR 12 $19K
TONI DAIGH-BARBARO DIRECTOR 9 $15K
JOSEPH ANDERSON DIRECTOR 19 $15K
JOSE SOLAR DIRECTOR 11 $14K
MICHAEL BARTELT DIRECTOR 9 $11K
RICHARD TEMPELMAN DIRECTOR 8 $11K
CYNTHIA CHRISTY DIRECTOR 10 $11K
relationships · 12

who they work with

  • Arizona Corporation Commission Government — Approved the tariff for the Mohave Prepay plan.
  • Arizona Corporation Commission Government — Regulatory body that reviewed and unanimously approved MEC's rate case
  • Arizona Generation & Transmission Cooperatives (AzG&T) Partner — Had an informational table at MEC's Annual Meeting; CEO Patrick Ledger was present.
  • B3 Strategies Partner — CEO Russell Smolden was present at MEC's Annual Meeting.
  • Co-op Connections® Network — Co-op Connections® members receive advertising benefits in the MEC Currents magazine.
  • Federal Information Relay Service Government — Used as a communication channel for TTY/Voice access to assist users with disabilities.
  • Grand Canyon State Electric Cooperative Association (GCSECA) Partner — CEO Dave Lock was present at MEC's Annual Meeting.
  • Navajo Tribal Utility Authority Partner — Presented on the Light Up Navajo project at MEC's Annual Meeting.
  • Osborn Maledon Attorneys at Law Partner — Partner Tim Sabo was present at MEC's Annual Meeting.
  • Rural Electrification Administration (REA) Government — Secured a $310,000 loan from REA in 1947 to extend service.
  • TWN Communications Partner — Had an informational table at MEC's Annual Meeting; COO Justin Donaldson was present.
  • Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Partner — Mohave Electric Cooperative partners with Touchstone Energy Cooperatives to provide members with additional resources on energy efficiency, technology, safety, and home renovation techniques.