Lincoln Electric Cooperative, Inc.

06/15/2026

🎉 You're Invited! 🍔⚡

Join us for Lincoln Electric Cooperative’s 7th Annual Member Appreciation BBQ!

📅 Thursday, June 25
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 LEC North Lawn, 312 Osloski Road, Eureka

We're firing up the grill and inviting all LEC members to enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch with LEC employees and board members. This event is our way of saying thank you for being an important part of our cooperative family and community.

Stop by for great food, friendly conversation, and an opportunity to connect with the people who help power your community every day.

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/01/2026

⚠️ Planned Power Outage Notice ⚠️

Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) has scheduled a system-wide power outage for maintenance and system improvements.

📅 When: Wednesday, June 10, 10:00 PM – Thursday, June 11, 6:00 AM

This planned outage will affect all Lincoln Electric Cooperative members during the scheduled time period.

We encourage members to plan accordingly by charging electronic devices, preparing backup power sources if needed, and taking any necessary precautions before the outage begins.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as BPA completes these important system improvements to help maintain the reliability of the electric grid.

05/21/2026

This Memorial Day, Lincoln Electric Cooperative honors the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice and dedication helped secure the freedoms we enjoy every day, and we are deeply grateful.

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed Monday, May 25, and will reopen Tuesday, May 26.

From all of us at Lincoln Electric Co-op, we wish you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we remember those who gave all.

05/15/2026

05/11/2026

*** UPDATE - NO MINIMUM BID ON TRUCKS ***

Lincoln Electric Cooperative Fleet Equipment Auction
Sealed Bid Auction for All Three Items - All items are SOLD AS IS

📅Bid Schedule
- Opens: Wednesday, April 22
- Closes: Sunday, May 31 at 1:00 PM
- Payment due by Thursday June 4th

Bids must be submitted In Person or by Mail. Late bids will not be accepted.

Bid Submission Location:
Lincoln Electric Cooperative Office
Vehicles must be viewed onsite at LEC.
Contact LEC 406-889-3301 for questions.

Vehicles Up for Auction:
2015 Ford F550 AT40G Altec Single Man Bucket Truck
225,430 miles
11,880 engine hours
Vin/Serial Number: 1FD0X5HT3FEB84087
Motor is weak and will need rebuilt or replaced
NO Minimum starting bid

2008 F550 w/ST-40 Altec Single Man Bucket Truck
174,239 miles
10,628 engine hours
Vin/Serial Number: 1FDAF57R88EE43124
Needs new batteries
Boom/Outriggers will not pass DOT inspection
New Transmission & transfer case
NO Minimum starting bid

2002 Pierce Backhoe Trailer
Frame will not pass DOT inspection
Year: 2002
Make: Pierce
Model: TD-24-T
Hitch type: Pintle
Vin/Serial Number: 1G9KS33222A0651
Minimum starting bid: $1,000

04/29/2026

🚧 Right-of-Way Maintenance Starting Soon 🌲⚡

Lincoln Electric Cooperative crews will begin right-of-way maintenance in mid-May to help keep your power safe and reliable.

Work will take place in these areas:
Mud Creek Rd. • Glen Lake Rd. • Sherman Creek Rd. • Therriault Creek Rd. • Sinclair Creek Rd. • West Rd. • Burma Rd. • Fort Steel Trail Rd. • Therriault Pass Rd. • Indian Creek Rd.

Why this matters:
• Helps prevent outages caused by trees contacting power lines
• Improves overall service reliability
• Reduces wildfire risk
• Keeps crews safe and able to respond quickly when needed

We appreciate your patience as crews complete this important work in your area!

Questions? Give us a call at 406-889-3301.

04/23/2026

⚡ Powering the Future of Northwest Montana ⚡

Lincoln Electric Cooperative is supporting a new high-efficiency natural gas power project in northern Idaho, helping ensure reliable, affordable electricity for our members today and for years to come.

This next-generation facility will use advanced technology to produce more power with less fuel, making it one of the cleanest and most efficient plants in the region, with the potential to incorporate hydrogen in the future.

Why it matters:
When extreme weather hits or energy demand spikes, our communities need power they can count on. This project is designed to perform when it matters most, keeping homes warm, businesses running, and lights on across Northwest Montana.

“Our members need power they can count on at prices they can afford,” said GM Matt Quinn. “This is about planning ahead to keep electricity reliable and available when it matters most.”

Together with PNGC Power, we’re building a stronger, more resilient energy future for the Northwest.

04/22/2026

🚚 Lincoln Electric Cooperative Fleet Equipment Auction

📢 Sealed Bid Auction for All Three Items

All items are SOLD AS IS

📅Bid Schedule
- Opens: Wednesday, April 22
- Closes: Sunday, May 31 at 1:00 PM
- Payment due by Thursday June 4th

Bids must be submitted In Person or by Mail. Late bids will not be accepted.

Bid Submission Location:
⚡ Lincoln Electric Cooperative Office

Vehicles must be viewed onsite at LEC.

Contact LEC 406-889-3301 for questions.

Vehicles Up for Auction:

2015 Ford F550 AT40G Altec Single Man Bucket Truck
225,430 miles
11,880 engine hours
Vin/Serial Number: 1FD0X5HT3FEB84087
Motor is weak-will need rebuilt or replaced
Minimum starting bid: $5,000

2008 F550 w/ST-40 Altec Single Man Bucket Truck
174,239 miles
10,628 engine hours
Vin/Serial Number: 1FDAF57R88EE43124
Needs new batteries
Boom/Outriggers will not pass DOT inspection
New Transmission & transfer case
Minimum starting bid: $3,500

2002 Pierce Backhoe Trailer
Frame will not pass DOT inspection
Year: 2002
Make: Pierce
Model: TD-24-T
Hitch type: Pintle
Vin/Serial Number: 1G9KS33222A0651
Minimum starting bid: $1,000

04/13/2026

***Outage Alert for Upper Meadow Creek Road***

The Meadow Creek area will experience a planned outage on Tuesday, April 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

We sincerely apologize for the short notice. This outage is necessary so our crews can safely and quickly repair damage caused by the recent windstorm, work that is critical to maintaining reliable service for everyone in the area.

This outage will affect members past the junction of Meadow Creek Road and Marl Lake Road.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete these important repairs.

If you have any questions, please call the office at 406-889-3301.

04/13/2026

Lineman Appreciation Day is this Saturday, April 18, but we’re getting an early start celebrating our incredible LEC linemen all week long! If you see them around town, be sure to say hello.

Always on call and highly trained, they’re ready 24/7, 365 days a year to keep the lights on and our communities running strong. We’re proud of our hardworking linemen at Lincoln Electric Co-op, and we’re honored to recognize them this week and on Lineman Appreciation Day. ⚡

Through blizzards, heatwaves, and everything in between, our LEC linemen are the ones who answer the call when the power goes out. We appreciate all that you do—thank you for your dedication!