Full agenda for 2026 Electric Operations Conference & Expo available: Registration is open for the 2026 Electric Operations Conference & Expo at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells on Jan. 14 – 15. The detailed agenda — including information about the specific presenters and breakout topics — has been added to the event website here. The Expo, a five-hour trade show taking place on Thursday, Jan. 15, has nearly sold out of exhibitor spaces and will be a great opportunity to learn about the goods and services offered by more than 120 utility suppliers. The event is co-presented by MEUW and the Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association (WECA). Full details are available here. Remember the Dec. 14 deadline to book your hotel room to take advantage of the reduced rate.
Register for EOCE26 by Nov. 26 for a chance to win a free room upgrade! As an added incentive, if you register for the Electric Operations Conference & Expo by Wednesday, Nov. 26, you’ll automatically be entered into a drawing to win a complimentary sleeping room upgrade. Register today!
Get your tickets for the apprentice graduation banquet: The annual Apprentice Graduation Banquet will be held in conjunction with the 2026 Electric Operations Conference & Expo on Thursday evening, Jan. 15. The event will include a reception, dinner, and brief program to recognize the Class of 2025 who completed the apprenticeship programs at Chippewa Valley Technical College and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. A list of all those who will be recognized is available here. To attend the event, you’ll need a separate ticket; details are here. Friends and family are welcome.
Join free, live “Advocacy 101” webinar on Dec. 4: Ever wonder what “advocacy” really means — or how you can make your voice heard? Join your fellow municipal employees on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 1:00 p.m. for an “Advocacy 101” webinar designed to break it all down in a simple, practical way.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn:
- What advocacy is (and how it’s different from lobbying).
- Why it matters for our communities and industry.
- Easy, effective ways to share your story and get your message across.
- Who the key decision-makers are and how they shape policy.
No experience is required — just bring your curiosity and a willingness to give it a try. By the end, you’ll walk away with a few simple tools and a better understanding of how everyday people can make a real difference. There is no cost, but pre-registration is required. Register today
Discover why Leading with Consistency is important: Finish the year strong by learning how to lead with consistency, understanding why consistency is essential to being an effective utility leader. The one-day class is being held on Wednesday, Dec. 3, in Mauston. Participants will take away practical ideas they can apply to become a consistent leader and learn how consistency can help to inspire people to work toward a common goal. Part of MEUW’s professional development programming, full details about the instructor and what you’ll learn are located here. Register today!
Happy Thanksgiving: Due to the upcoming holiday, we will not distribute the Weekly on Tuesday, Nov. 25.
All of us at MEUW are grateful for your support as we focus on our mission to unify and strengthen Wisconsin’s community-owned utilities. We send best wishes to you and your family for a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday.