[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 48 (Monday, March 20, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E346]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           UNITED POWER, INC.

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 20, 2017

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud 
United Power, Inc. for receiving the 2017 Economic Development Award 
for Leadership.
   The Economic Development Award for Leadership honors a business or 
individual that has been a catalyst for economic vitality in Commerce 
City through creative leadership, innovation, facilitation, 
collaboration or through contribution of resources. United Power is a 
community-based, progressive utility cooperative serving 900 square 
miles along the north central range of the Colorado Rockies. The 
company has an electric franchise agreement with Commerce City to 
provide service to the city's growth areas in the northeast. United 
Power's capital investment in Commerce City includes a Reunion 
Substation with 37.5MVA (mega volt amp) transformer that is designed to 
support future expansion.
   In addition, United Power provides monetary and volunteer support 
for community events, non-profit organizations, service groups and 
chambers. United Power also has a charitable foundation that offers 
direct grants for 501(c)3 organizations that provide services to United 
Power members. Employees at United Power also sit on numerous boards.
   I extend my deepest congratulations to United Power, Inc. for this 
well-deserved recognition by Commerce City.

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