local government

Public meetings that work

Supporting public input in local government through open meetings protocols, including clear agendas, records and more.

SecureSD shields local governments

Free cybersecurity services include secure email, mitigation of vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity training and educations.

Level up your cyber defenses

CISA offers cybersecurity best practices and critical behaviors to strengthen state and local governments cyber defenses.

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.

State legislative updates shaping public power

Key policy developments in South Dakota and Minnesota, including bills on smart meters, open meetings, data centers and more.

South Dakota launches $7M cybersecurity program to protect local governments

Municipal Cybersecurity Grant Program strengthens local government defenses with tools, training and support through DSU.

New Federal Rule strengthens cybersecurity for local electric utilities

CISA's rule sets guidelines and reporting requirements for critical infrastructure entities to improve coordination and minimize risk.

Top findings from Project Boundary Fence

DSU program identifies risk factors and possible attack vectors for local governments' IT systems and recommends possible solutions.

CEO's Report: Celebrating the advantages of public power