Jeff Fogle, Commissioner
When I think back to when I first decided I would like to serve as a commissioner, I remember considering it as both a resident and a customer. As a long-time resident of the City of Easley, I had always admired the employees of ECU. And as a customer, I recognized and appreciated the reliability and customer service of ECU. The opportunity to serve on the Commission was, to me, a good way to offer myself to public service for a quality organization. My desire was, and continues to be, to help continue this excellent track record.
What is something that you wish customers knew about Easley Combined Utilities?
I would like all customers to know that Easley is in partnership with nine other cities in the Piedmont Municipal Power Agency (PMPA), and as such, is an owner of its primary power source. PMPA is 25% owner of Unit #2 at Catawba Nuclear Station. This investment provides the citizens of Easley with reliable, affordable power.
What do you consider the biggest “win” for ECU during your time as a commissioner?
Hurricane Helene swept through our community in late September 2024. While this was a devastating storm, I consider the response of our team at Easley Combined Utilities the biggest win in my time as a commissioner. Each member of the team stepped up in so many ways. I'm so proud of the team! Their attitude and relentless work ethic they displayed was an inspiration!
Easley is seeing an incredible amount of growth. How have previous projections – and associated planning – enabled ECU to meet the
needs of our community?
I think this well-known statement is applicable here: "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail". Our executive leadership team members are continual planners. Regular assessments of each of our utilities (water, sewer, and electricity) are conducted. This information has assisted ECU in dedicating resources to maintain our aging systems and, in certain cases, grow our systems.
You have a rare Saturday in Easley without anything on the calendar. How do you spend it?
I would begin my day with breakfast at The Huddle. Then you could find me reading a good book, followed by a nap. I’d close out the day with a walk around the neighborhood.
About Jeff
Jeff and his wife Cindi met on a blind date over 35 years ago. Together, they have two adult daughters, Rebekah and Megan. Jeff loves to read and follows college sports.
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