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It's important for co-ops to help to bolster our local communities through economic development, which is why Pella Cooperative Electric administers Revolving Loan Funds made available through a partnership with the Iowa Area Development Group and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. To learn more about Iowa's financial assistance programs available through your co-op, contact us to discuss the most appropriate programs to support your project.

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Applicants

Applications can be made by new or expanding private businesses, local governments, or non-profit community development organizations for projects involving land purchase, buildings, fixed assets, machinery & equipment, and infrastructure. (Pre-development costs, residential housing, and refinancing are not eligible)

Application for the RLF must demonstrate diversification of the local economy, job creation and retention, or upgrading the public infrastructure to improve health, safety and/or medical care of rural residents.

Download the application

Interest Rate

Interest rates will vary from 0% to Prime Rate depending on the financial need of the project, risk associated with the project, and the overall benefit to the area.

Term

The maximum loan term is 10 years, depending on the project:

Building/Property        10 years

Equipment                  5-7 years

Working Capital          1-3 years

Technology                 1-3 years

Security

An irrevocable letter of credit is preferred. Collateralization will be considered in lieu of an irrevocable letter of credit based on a risk assessment of individual applications.

Other Funding

A minimum of 20% of the project must be funded from equity or debt sources other than Pella Cooperative Electric's Revolving Loan Fund.

Administrative Fee

The annual administrative fee is generally equal to 1% of the outstanding loan balance.

Fund Availability

RLF loan applications are accepted at Pella Cooperative Electric when the RLF has an available balance of at least $20,000.

Contact:

Doug Stewart
Pella Cooperative Electric Association
PO Box 106
Pella, IA 50219
(641) 628-1040

Community Partners

Economic Development Organizations

Local Surrounding Areas

Pella Area Community & Economic Alliance

Grinnell, Iowa

Iowa Area Development Group (IADG)

Knoxville, Iowa

USDA - Rural Development

Lynnville-Sully, Iowa

Mahaska County Development

Newton, Iowa

Marion County Development

Pella, Iowa

 

Pleasantville, Iowa

 

Red Rock Area

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Pella Cooperative Electric
2615 Washington St.
Pella, IA 50219

Office: 1-800-619-1040
Local: 641-628-1040

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  • Home
  • My Account
    • Start or Stop Service
    • Payment & Billing
    • SmartHub App
    • FAQs
    • Rates & Fees
    • Electrical Inspections
    • Payment Assistance
    • Commonly Requested Forms
  • My Co-op Perks
    • EV Charger
    • Co-op Membership
    • Rebates
    • Products
    • Co-op Connections
    • Energy Solutions
    • Capital Credits
    • Renewable Energy
  • Youth
    • Scholarships
    • Iowa Youth Leadership Academy
    • Washington D.C. Youth Tour
  • Outages & Safety
    • Outage Center
    • Call Before You Dig
    • Electrical Safety Demo
    • Electrical Safety
  • My Community
    • Donate to RECare
    • Economic Development
    • Grassroots
  • About Us
    • News
    • About PCEA
    • Contact Us
    • Board of Directors
    • Annual Meeting
    • Careers
    • Where the Power Comes From