Documents/BPA/Values


  • Value [1] Trustworthy Stewardship
    • As stewards of the FCRPS, we are entrusted with the responsibility to manage resources of great value for the benefit of others. We are trusted when others believe in and are willing to rely upon our integrity and ability. To be worthy of trust we must: Consistently adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards Obtain the greatest value from the FCRPS for the people of the region Collaborate with those we serve as we make our decisions Communicate clearly, forthrightly and fully Hold ourselves accountable for performance on our commitments by aligning our words and actions.

  • Value [2] Collaborative Relationships
    • Trustworthiness grows out of a collaborative approach to relationships. Internally we must collaborate across organizational lines to maximize the value we bring to the region. Externally we work with many stakeholders who have conflicting needs and interests. Through collaboration we discover and implement the best possible long-term solutions. This approach of creating together requires: Taking time to listen and understand each other's viewpoints, issues, and concerns Searching respectfully for mutually beneficial solutions Sharing and explaining decisions in a timely fashion

  • Value [3] Operational Excellence
    • Operational excellence is a cornerstone of delivering on the four pillars of our strategic objectives (system reliability, low rates, environmental stewardship and regional accountability) and will place us among the best electric utilities in the nation. Operational excellence requires: Continual review and improvement of standardized systems, processes and controls Measurement of our accomplishments against clearly-defined and benchmarked performance standards Investment in our people Focus on ease of doing business with customers and with each other