local control

CEO's Report: Telling your public power story

Public Power Week is a chance to remind citizens that municipal electric utilities belong to the communities they serve.

CEO's Report: Economic development is building strong communities for the long term

Economic development is achieved through steady, sustained progress; Heartland Energy is your long-term partner in local success.

You don't know what you've got...'til it's gone

MMUA's Karleen Kos uses a familiar lyric to underscore the value of keeping power local and residents protecting what they have.

CEO's Report: Public power pays

Public power offers local control, community focus and affordability, backed by data found in APPA's 2025 Public Power Statistical Report.

CEO's Report: Do you know the value of your electric utility?

Public power communities offer 5 distinct advantages: transparency, revenue, efficiency, tailored programs and local ownership.

Utilities face growing role in emergency preparedness

Federal policy shift highlights need for public power utilities to update their local plans; APPA survey will guide new tools and resources.

CEO's Report: Celebrating Public Power

Public Power Week is a time to recognize the benefits of being served by a community-owned utility.

CEO's Report: Celebrating the advantages of public power

CEO's Report: Survey Says...