Board officer election results

Butler Rural Electric Cooperative is governed by a nine-person board of trustees. Board members are members just like you — they receive electricity from Butler Rural Electric Cooperative. They’re your neighbors, co-workers, and people you may recognize from the community. You have a say in who’s on the board and can vote for board members each spring.

Board members meet each month to set policies and rates. During the meetings, the board meets with the co-op’s attorney, general manager, and management staff to review every aspect of the cooperative. Board members work together to make important decisions that impact the operations of the co-op. During their meeting in May, the board of trustees voted for officers. These officers are elected annually.

David Evans was elected president. He lives in Oxford Township and has been a board member since 2006. David has served as president since 2022 and was previously the secretary and treasurer. He has received the Credentialed Cooperative Director, Board Leadership, and Director Gold certifications through NRECA. David is employed by Art Evans and Sons. He and his wife, Dawn, have four children. David enjoys antique tractors, 4-wheeling, and spending time with family. 

Jim Meador was elected vice president. He lives in Milford Township and has served on the board of trustees since 2006. Jim has served as vice president since 2024. He has received the Credentialed Cooperative Director, Board Leadership, and Director Gold certifications through NRECA. Jim retired from Miami University after 30 years of working at the power plant. He has been on the Milford Township Fire Department for 45 years and served as assistant chief for over 20 years. Jim has also been a board member for the Miami University Credit Union for 25 years. He and his wife, Karen, have three children and five grandchildren. In his free time, Jim enjoys reading, traveling, history, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Michael Tilton was elected secretary and treasurer. He lives in Hanover Township and has been a board member since 2003. Michael has received the Credentialed Cooperative Director, Board Leadership, and Director Gold certifications through NRECA. Michael served on NRECA’s advisory committee from 2015 to 2018. He is retired from his position as Chief Deputy at the Butler County Auditor’s Office. Michael was a board member for the Farm Bureau for 10 years, served on the Butler County Law Library resources board for 14 years, and has been a Special Deputy for Butler County Sheriff’s Mounted Patrol since 1994. He and his wife, Teresa, have three children.