Rachel Morse

Member for: 21 Years

Occupation: Senior Vice President

Employer: United Way of Anchorage

Education: B.S. Biology, Indiana University;
M.S. Natural Resources Management, Purdue University; M.B.A, University of Alaska Anchorage

Nominated by: Nominating Committee

Incumbent: Yes

Declarations: None

Candidate Statement

As a current director, it is my privilege to represent you, the members, in the decisions that shape our future. I work hard to ensure our board discussions are well-rounded, that we engage with members, and continue focus on our core concerns of reliability, rates, safety, and sustainability. If re-elected, I will work on the key initiatives facing Chugach as our electric utility industry evolves.

My priorities include:

  • The full integration of ML&P in order to ensure the savings we promised and to continue to have the lowest Railbelt rates.

  • The establishment of a well-designed Electric Reliability Organization responsible for integrated long-term planning for the Railbelt. This should improve coordination across the region, potentially lowering costs and making it easier to fully utilize renewable generation.

  • Management of our investments in our natural gas supply while continuing to explore how to add more renewable generation.

  • Support of economic and infrastructure developments that boost sales and allow for beneficial electrification, such as electric vehicles.

As a 21-year member, raising my family in our service territory, I am committed to the work today to make Chugach a resilient co-op for generations of members to come. I would appreciate your vote.

Stanislava "Sisi" Cooper

Member: 7 years

Occupation: Project Safety Engineer

Employer: Applied Engineering Solutions

Education: B.S., Industrial Engineering; NRECA Credentialed Cooperative Director; NECA Board Leadership Certificate

Nominated by: Petition

Incumbent: No

Declarations: None

Candidate Statement

As a past Chugach Electric board member for six years, I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve the Association’s member-owners once again. I pledge to employ my in-depth knowledge of the cooperative and Railbelt utilities’ inner workings, combined with my professional expertise, to benefit Chugach’s recently expanded member base.

As a former ML&P customer, I believe in engaging the newest Chugach rate-payers, educating them that they have a voice in the governance of the Association: from voting on board elections and bylaw changes, serving on member committees, to running for a board seat.

I have a strong understanding of the ongoing operations and prospective projects of the Association, and I trust that my knowledge can help to provide practical solutions for challenging issues such as:

  • Affordable rates

  • Providing reliable power from diverse sources.

  • Making cost-effective investments in the Association’s future

As a board member, I will make forward-looking policy decisions in the best interest of our members. I will listen to members and express their positions on the Board in a straightforward and honest manner.

I appreciate the vote of confidence through the petition process. It will be a privilege to serve you, and I would appreciate your vote.