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said. "Operating revenues in 2012 were up almost 7 percent while operating expenses were down almost 2 percent. We have reduced our debt by 15 percent over the last four years."
• Much of that increase revenue stays in this area. The cooperative continues to pay capital credits of over 30 percent back to patrons. $400,000 in gross receipts taxes are paid to local schools. The company also supports community activities with "Calling for Cash" at local sporting events, a cell phone recycling program and sponsorships and donations in all JVT communities.
• One of the community support programs that is supported by JVT is the Bob Peterson Memorial Scholarships

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