OUR CO-OP.
Our values.
Hardworking Alaskans want a future where we make our own energy - an independent, homegrown future that keeps our energy dollars local and grows great job opportunities here at home.
We're Mark Wiggin and Sam Cason and we're fighting for that future. We hope to earn your vote for re-election to the Chugach Electric Board of Directors. As your representatives on the Chugach Electric Board, we've been putting community voices at the heart of decision making. We're listening to members, running the math on our options with the community, and building common sense solutions that honor our values.
Thank you for being an engaged member of our wonderful Chugach Electric Association. You can learn more about our vision, past service, and how to vote below.
Mark & Sam
Reliable and cost-effective electric power is an essential component of maintaining a stable community and robust economy.”
Mark Wiggin
As supplies of inexpensive locally produced Natural Gas run low we must re-imagine our local energy infrastructure. I view this as a generational opportunity to move towards a sustainable and prosperous future for our system, our economy, and our kids.”
Sam Cason
MEEt M a r k
I understand the complexities of the energy landscape today, and will utilize my professional experience in both the public and private sectors, ranging from resource management to regulatory policy and engineering, to shape our energy future.
My public sector tenure as Alaska DNR Deputy Commissioner, my tenure on many non-profit boards, and my involvement in Anchorage’s electrical utility sector reinforces my belief in the pivotal role renewable energies must play powering our future.
As we navigate towards a sustainable tomorrow, I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to advocate for renewable generation on the Chugach Electric Board, ensuring not only reliable and cost-effective power but also a greener, more resilient future for our communities and economy.
MEEt S a m
Sam Cason is a self-employed attorney with over 20 years of experience in Chugach governance. He was born and raised in Homer, where he and his brothers still have family property.
Like many Alaska kids seeking adventure, he went outside to college and earned degrees in Chemistry and Law at the University of Arkansas. That is also where he met his wife Jackie, whom he brought home to Alaska in 1992; they settled and raised three sons in Anchorage.
Sam has a long history of community involvement, and has served as PTA treasurer for Denali Elementary, as a Director on the Anchorage Jr. Nordic Board, as President of the Anchorage Inn of Court, as Director and President of the Board of Anchorage Universal Unitarian Fellowship, and coaching Jr. Nordic.
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CHUGACH FAMILIES
Independence
Energy
Alaskans want a future where we generate our own energy, harvesting the resources we have here at home. Sam and Mark believe in that vision and are already taking steps to get us there.
With potential shortfalls in the local supply of natural gas forecast as soon as 2028, Sam and Mark are working collaboratively with the rest of the Board and other stakeholders to reduce long term dependency on natural gas.
During their service, Mark and Sam have supported staff in efforts to diversify our options with utility scale wind and solar projects online, directed staff to install solar panels at Chugach facilities, and supported a Renewable Portfolio Standard.
REAL
Opportunities
Both Sam and Mark raised families in Anchorage and believe it is critical that we create real opportunities today for the next generation.
Investing in the growing industry of renewable energy generation will provide job opportunities – good jobs that will generate dollars in our local economy.
Mark and Sam support the rights of workers to organize and collectively bargain, which is critical to the wellbeing of Chugach employees and the overall Alaskan work environment.
A c t i v e
COMMUNITY MEMBERS
Mark and Sam both take their duty to serve their communities seriously.
As Assistant Attorney General, Sam served as Public Advocate, protecting ratepayers and the public interest in examining utility operations before the Regulatory Commission of Alaska. He also serves as President of the Board of Anchorage Universal Unitarian Fellowship, and as a Director and coach for Junior Nordic.
Mark has served as the deputy commissioner for Alaska Department of Natural Resources, a board member for Alaska Public Media, President of Turnagain Community Council, and Chair of the Municipal Light & Power Advisory Commission and Board.
Both Sam and Mark are active members of their communities here in Alaska, and see their service on the Chugach Electric Board as one way they can contribute.
HOW TO
vote
Chugach members can vote online, by specially requested mail ballot, or at the Annual Meeting.
Voting Online
An email will be sent to you with your voting instructions on April 17. If you don't see it, check your spam filter before contacting the election administrator. Electronic voting will close at 3 p.m., Friday, May 17.
Specially Requested Mail Ballots
To request a paper ballot, call the election administrator at (866) 909-3549. Paper ballots will be mailed on April 15 to members who have requested them. Return ballots by US Mail in the postage-paid return envelope. Ballot envelopes must be received by the election administrator no later than noon on Thursday, May 16. A ballot envelope must contain the appropriate signature for that membership.
In-Person Voting
At the annual meeting on May 17 at ChangePoint Alaska, members registering will be able to vote in-person if they have not already cast a valid ballot. In-person member registration and voting begins at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 17 at the annual meeting. Photo ID is required.
