YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mr. Rutherford was a Senior Vice President for 20 years for a cooperative in Kansas that served over 40 children’s hospitals in the U.S. He is currently chair of the Financial Affairs Committee for The Highlands at Dove Mountain and has years of Board experience, including serving as a Board member at a savings bank, children’s hospital and a landscaping company.

“I believe the best way to serve Members is through strategic financial planning to anticipate and prepare for the future, while managing the current day-to-day business operations.”

Mr. Proctor is the Vice President of BKW Farms, which been a Trico Member since 1951. As Vice President, he has maintained great relationships with multiple key Marana entities and is involved in the planning for multiple long-term projects in Marana/Avra Valley area. BKW also supports Marana High School programs and multiple community events in and around Marana.

“For decades, BKW has cultivated relationships with residents and business owners within the Marana/Avra Valley service area, giving me great insight on how best to represent them as a director.  I am committed to maintaining the great service and rates Trico Members have become accustomed to.”

Mr. Birkhimer retired in December 2021 from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association after nearly 40 years of electric utility experience. He has worked for investor-owned utilities, taught powerline schools and worked for three electric cooperatives across seven states.

“I have dealt with the challenges electric cooperatives face today. I would like to offer my experience serving Trico Members. I am convinced the electric cooperative business model is alive and well, able to meet the challenges.”

James has lived in Sahuarita since 2001 and has been a Trico Member since 2008. He was an Electrical Engineer for 17 years at Raytheon before transitioning into public education in 2022 as a high school math teacher. James’ engineering background equips him with a unique understanding of emergent technologies, while his educational role connects him to future generations. James has a vested interest in Sahuarita as a AYSO coach and board member, and as a Bishop at his local church.

“Trico currently does a fantastic job of serving its Members and I want to continue that tradition of service. Some things to continue and improve upon are gathering community feedback, a strong focus on the reliability of energy, and further community outreach programs. Continuing to provide these services will strengthen Trico’s connection to the Members.

Joe has been a Trico Member for all his life. The John F. King and Son, Inc. Cattle Ranch has been a Member since 1955. He is a fourth-generation cattle rancher in Three Points. He graduated from the University of Arizona in 2003 with a degree in Agricultural Economics.

“Our Electric Cooperative is a very important part of our cattle ranch. I am very interested in energy resources and ensuring that our business and other Trico Members have access to reliable, safe and efficient power in our community.”

Larry, current Board President, has been a resident of Corona de Tucson since 2005 and has been a member of the Board since 2008. He is retired from the U.S. Department of Energy/Atomic Energy Commission where he served as a scientist and safety officer during his 40-year career. 

“I believe the primary job of the Trico Board is to ensure rates are as low as possible while maintaining a safe, reliable system.”

Kevin is an Arizona resident since 2009 and has been on the Trico Board since 2022. Kevin worked for Ross Perot at Electronic Data Systems (EDS), where he taught operating system internals and planned EDS data centers. He spent the next 30 years in domestic and global sales roles. He was elected to the Board in April 2022.

“As a longtime Member and supporter of utility cooperatives, I am interested in leveraging technology to provide stable, flexible and affordable service with a focus on renewable and alternate sources of energy.”