HAYES WILL REPRESENT WCEC IN WASHINGTON D.C.
Philip Hayes, age 17, and a junior at Lindale High School, has taken first place in Wood County Electric Cooperative’s essay contest. As the contest winner, he will represent WCEC at the Government in Action Youth Tour in Washington, D. C., June 12-20, 2008.
Hayes was chosen by an independent panel of judges, based on his essay submission, which outlined ways consumers can reduce electrical consumption while lessening environmental impact.
Hayes is the son of Ron and Janet Hayes of Lindale, TX. He participates in Key Club, is a member of the National Honor Society, is active with the Debate Team and is a Lindale High Band member where he is an accomplished French horn player. He is also active in Teenage Republicans and is President of the Teen Advisory Board for the Lindale Public Library. Hayes also participates in the Media Ministry and AWANA Club at First Baptist Church of Lindale where he is a member. Hayes is also an Eagle Scout.
Of his achievement, Hayes’ father, Ron Hayes said, "We’re proud of all of his accomplishments and the man he is becoming.”
Hayes will travel to Washington, D.C. with approximately 90 other Youth Tour winners from other Texas Electric Cooperatives. He will have the opportunity to meet congressional representatives and visit historic memorials and cultural centers in our nation's capital.
WCEC CEO/General Manager Debbie Robinson said, “Through time, we’ve seen the positive impact this program has made in the lives of participants. The leadership skills and knowledge gained should reap lifelong rewards. I congratulate Philip, and know he will represent East Texas well.”
Wood County Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a not-for-profit electric cooperative with the mission of providing member-customers reliable electric service at a reasonable rate. WCEC serves over 31,000 meters in parts of nine counties throughout northeast Texas, including Camp, Franklin, Hopkins, Rains, Smith, Titus, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood.
