Incorporated on August 1, 1939, IEC now provides over 17,000 members with service to 18,245 homes and businesses through 3,451 miles of distribution line covering a service territory of 2,500 square miles. IEC employs 78 people and has headquarters in Cleveland, a district office in Fairfax and a warehouse in Pawnee.

IEC is governed by a board of trustees from each of its nine districts. Each trustee serves a three-year term. All cooperative members have equal voting rights and have the opportunity to vote at IEC's district and annual meetings.

IEC continues to dedicate time, energy and resources to accomplishing its mission - to enhance the quality of life of member-owners by promoting a positive economic, political, social and regulatory environment.

IEC is a voluntary organization open to all persons able to use our services and willing to accept the responsibilities of membership.

IEC is a democratic organization controlled by our members who participate in setting policies and making decisions. Each member has equal voting rights and has the opportunity to vote in any matter that may come before the Annual Meeting.

Members contribute to and control the capital of IEC.

IEC is an autonomous, self-help organization controlled by our members.

IEC provides education and training for our members, elected representatives, managers, and employees so they can contribute effectively to the development of our cooperative.

IEC helps develop our communities through policies accepted by our members.