La Plata Electric Association

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Resident class-action lawsuit against La Plata Electric Association dismissed

finds LPEA’s board of directors did not violate co-op’s bylaws

April 27, 2026

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Meet the candidates running for La Plata Electric Association board of directors

Affordability, transparency and reliable power top concerns ahead of election

April 24, 2026

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Photos: A power move

La Plata Electric Association replaces the power pole near Metz Lane and East Animas Road (County Road 250) on Thursday…

April 23, 2026

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La Plata Electric Association exits Tri-State after decades-long power partnership

Co-op cites lower costs, emissions and greater energy independence

April 2, 2026

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‘Forums for Progress’ panel to examine energy issues in Southwest Colorado

Industry leaders to discuss policy, oil and gas, and emerging energy sectors

March 27, 2026

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LPEA exit fee locked in after appeals court rules against Tri-State

ends years of litigation over how contract termination payments should be calculated

March 27, 2026

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La Plata Electric Association to host regional energy discussion

Leaders will meet to talk about the rapidly changing state of energy transmission in Southwest Colorado

March 24, 2026

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LPEA announces upcoming regional energy future forum

will investigate reliability, regional collaboration, evolving power landscape

March 22, 2026

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Leadership turnover at La Plata Electric Association

Harms promoted to chief operating officer; CFO position remains unfilled

February 10, 2026

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LPEA one step closer to installing utility-scale battery storage units in La Plata County

Commissioners ended BESS moratorium on Tuesday

January 20, 2026

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Applications open Sunday for 2026 LPEA board election

Deadline to apply is March 21; four seats are open

December 19, 2025

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La Plata County residents at odds over acceptable levels of risk with battery storage systems

Commissioners voted Tuesday to extend moratorium on BESS facilities

December 16, 2025

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La Plata Electric Association offers scholarships, D.C. trip for students

Applications open for 2026 educational aid, Youth Tour

December 10, 2025

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LPEA wants to build battery storage locations, some residents are opposed

Systems could provide backup power, but opponents worry about safety

December 9, 2025

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La Plata Electric Association board votes to freeze rates through 2026

Co-op will tap reserves to avoid price hike despite Tri-State increase

November 28, 2025

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Education and community feedback at La Plata Electric Association CommunityPowerX Night

Members got a chance to chat with LPEA board, learn about current state of power generation

October 30, 2025

The Durango Herald

Residents file lawsuit in response to La Plata Electric Association’s exit from Tri-State

Plaintiffs say co-op violated bylaws by failing to seek voter approval

October 7, 2025

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LPEA warns of scam targeting Durango area co-op members

Callers demanding payment through money transfer apps, prepaid debit cards

September 19, 2025

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Power line work damages property in western La Plata County

Fences, building reportedly damaged by LPEA contractor

July 17, 2025

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LPEA secures direct access to Vallecito dam hydropower

10-year contract with Ptarmigan Resources and Energy to take effect in April 2026

July 17, 2025

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Why did Purgatory Resort owner donate so much in LPEA election?

Coleman gave $20,000 to candidates in co-op board race

June 30, 2025

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Power outage lasting nearly 3½ hours hits thousands north of Bayfield

Lakes, Vallecito and Lemon reservoir areas back online

June 27, 2025

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Don’t just trust him – ‘here’s the result,’ new LPEA CEO says

Hansen has been on the job six months. He plans to show his skeptics continued victories

May 27, 2025

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LPEA election results announced at co-op’s annual meeting

Newcomers Dusty Mars and Brad Blake to serve first term; incumbents Joe Lewandowski and John Witchel return for third

May 21, 2025