VernonCom

Our mission is to connect our members with exceptional communication solutions with ease and integrity.

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Our History

On March 15, 1950, a group of farmers in Liberty Pole, Wisconsin, decided to organize a cooperative to bring service to the unserved rural areas of Vernon County, aiming to match the level of service available in urban areas. On October 11, 1951, with financial assistance from the Rural Electrification Act, the Articles of Incorporation for Vernon Telephone Cooperative (VTC) were officially filed.

Over time, VTC transformed into Vernon Communications Cooperative (VC Co-op), serving more than 8,000 residential and business members with internet, telephone, television, and security and automation services. VC Co-op maintained a world-class, 100% fiber-optic network and delivered exceptional local customer service—a commitment that continues to benefit members today. In 2024, VC Co-op rebranded as VernonCom, reflecting its growth and ongoing dedication to innovative communication solutions.

Directors

DISTRICT 1
Genoa, De Soto &
Crawford County Grant

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Steven Woodhouse

Vice President

DISTRICT 3
Viola & Yuba, Liberty Pole & Readstown

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Daren Matthes

Director

DISTRICT 4
Viroqua

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Trudy Wallin

President

DISTRICT 6
Westby Rural &
Monroe County Grant

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Mark Cade

Director

DISTRICT 7
Westby City
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Dan Nelson

Secretary/Treasurer

DISTRICT 8
La Farge & Cashton

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Greg Lawton

Director

If you need to connect your District Director please contact our office at 608-634-3136 for more contact information.

Cooperative Membership

Cooperatives operate under laws, regulations, and rules as other businesses, but, cooperatives are different in the aspect that any profits, or margins, are returned to the members, who own the business. This means that all money left over after expenses are paid is returned to the members in the form of capital credits. Member allocations are based on the member’s billed services.

In simple terms, the more you put into the cooperative, the more you get back.

7 Cooperative Principles

1. Voluntary Membership

Any person who is willing to accept the responsibilities of the co-op membership and who wishes to use the services of a cooperative is welcome to become a member.

2. Democratic Member Control

Co-ops are controlled by their members. Members have control over setting policies for the co-op and making decision for the cooperative.

3. Member Economic Participation

Members contribute to the capital of the co-op democratically and equitably.

4. Autonomy & Independence

Co-ops are meant to be autonomous and democratically controlled, meaning they aren’t subject to control by outside organizations.

5. Education, Training & Information

A cooperative provides education and training to members and board members to allow them to contribute to the development of the Co-op. Cooperatives also seek to inform and educate the public about the mission and operation of a co-op.

6. Cooperation Among Cooperatives

Co-ops will often work together to improve the community and create a better world.

7. Concern For Community

The policies approved by the members of a cooperative should help to develop the community around the co-op in a sustainable way.

Service Area

Servicing Western Wisconsin Since 1951

We take pride in serving and investing in our communities, with local customer service that they can trust.

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