Our cooperative electric utility, as is our island, is in a time of transition. During the past three years as a Boardmember, I worked with the KIUC team to initiate projects to reduce our dependence on fossil fuel. KIUC has a tighter budget and a vision of energy leadership now, but must be nurtured along this path. Contact me (cdbain@kauai.net or 246-2111) to discuss energy conservation, renewable solutions, and ways to improve KIUC’s relationship with our members. I have the experience and skills needed to help our cooperative utility reach strategic goals of conservation, efficiency and energy independence.
 •   UH Hawai‘i – Masters Degree
 •   Taught college level Journalism and Communications
 •   Kaua‘i resident since 1985O
 •   President, Kauai Worldwide Communications, Inc

My Focus: To help guide KIUC into sustainable responsible and affordable energy production while easing the highly variable financial burden on KIUC members.

My Experience: I’ve spent over 12 years working in the energy field which includes both alternative energy production and oil refining experience. Prior to entering the energy field I was a teacher and counselor in the Kauai schools.

My main qualifications have been developed over the last 35 years as President/Treasurer of C.A.L.M Inc. The business specializes in tax accounting and payroll. I have worked with many people with their businesses advising on budgeting and to make good business choices. With the current economy, good choices are most important. I have also been Treasurer of several condo boards and worked with non-profits as Treasurer. I am married to Patrick Medeiros and we have 5 girls, 14 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren.

It’s time to make the transition to safer, cleaner, climate-friendly alternatives to fossil fuels.  Utilizing our creativity, determination and ingenuity, we can ensure our grandchildren the best clean air and water, rich oceans and wildlands, a stable climate and a healthy Kauai.

I have been active in developing my professional experience in asset management, land development, construction, agribusiness and community organizations for several decades.  Retired from Grove Farm Company, as Senior Vice President, I am involved in a large, diverse number of business and community associations and am married to Linda.

Please vote for me for affordable, reliable and sustainable energy

Jan TenBruggencate was raised on Molokai and moved to Kauai in 1971 after starting a career with The Honolulu Advertiser. He served many years at the newspaper's science writer, where he developed strong communications, research and analysis skills.

TenBruggencate is concerned about the high cost of power on Kauai. He is committed to reducing the island's dependence on foreign oil, as well as supporting efficiency, conservation and renewable energy.

One key message: If we can reduce the amount of money we send abroad for oil, we keep that cash in our own economy, creating jobs and stabilizing electricity rates.