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On March 18, West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) and other electric co-ops from across Florida gathered in Tallahassee to discuss issues affecting cooperatives with legislators. We thank Governor Ron DeSantis and representative Shane Abbott for speaking with us at our annual Legislative Cookout. The annual event invites locally housed federal offices, cabinet members, legislators, staff, and their families to sample a taste of what Rural Florida has to offer. And best of all, the food is prepared by Florida co-ops! The event is a great opportunity for WFEC to stay connected to legislators that represent our community. The date is eagerly awaited by many each legislative session, as the cookout is known for its family atmosphere, fun and the best food around.

We appreciate all of the elected officials who stopped by to recognize and support the important role electric co-ops play in powering nearly 3 million Floridians in 57 of Florida's 67 counties.

WFEC was proud to serve smoked, bacon-wrapped, sausage-stuffed quail cooked by our employees: Stephen Burdeshaw, Staking Technician, Justin Galbreath, Apprentice Lineworker, Josh Rabon, Crew Foreman, and Justin Stephens, Journeyman Lineworker.

Other employees who attended and assisted with food service and setup were: Penny Bryan, VP of Administration, Sharon Curry, Director of Marketing & Member Services, Will Melton, Director, Engineering & Operations, Amanda Evans, HR Specialist, Seleta Mason, Director of Finance & Accounting, Donnie Worley, Director of Safety and Loss Control, and Candace Croft, Communications & PR Coordinator.