Robert Sage
Rob has lived in Wabaunsee County (Dover area) his entire life and has been a cooperative member since 1990. He is married to Denise, and they have two children, Reed and Raven. Rob has served on many boards in the local area, including the cooperative board, for 20 years. Being active in the community is important to Rob and his family. Rob has been an area Farm Bureau Financial Services agent for 22 years.
Education and Experience
Tell us about your educational background.
I attended college.
What is your community or board experience?
I served on the SCFD No. 4 board and am a past school board member. I serve on the Dover Community Foundation Board and the FreeState Electric Cooperative board (20 years).
Candidate Q & A
Explain the Cooperative Difference.
Cooperatives are about helping your friends and neighbors and providing them with an affordable, safe, and reliable electric power source.
What are three critical issues that you believe the cooperative should focus on in the next few years?
- CyberSecurity
- Safety Awareness
- Electric Grid Reliability
What interests you most about serving on the board of trustees?
I'm interested in maintaining the safety and security of the electric grid and system.
What knowledge and expertise would you bring to FreeState's board and members?
I have many years of board experience, specifically in budget and finance.
As a trustee, how would you promote the cooperative in your community?
I have lived in the cooperative district my entire life, and I believe in the cooperative difference and the way of life it promotes.
What makes you the ideal trustee?
I am an active member of our communities and available to visit with any members about cooperative concerns at any time. I take pride in serving my friends and neighbors and look forward to the opportunity to continue to represent members in the board room.