Keep safety top of mind and join MEUW’s monthly Safety Call next Tuesday: Join fellow MEUW members for the next member-driven safety call at 7:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The call gives members the opportunity to share important safety updates, relay near-misses and lessons-learned, or discuss other safety-related topics. For details about how to join, read the information here.
2025 Electric Operations Conference and Expo registration is underway! Make plans to attend the 2025 Electric Operations Conference and Expo on Jan. 15 – 17 at the Kalahari Resort in the Wisconsin Dells. Conference registration is now open! View the agenda and book your hotel room at the discounted rate today!
Expo space is quickly filling up with utility suppliers and service providers reserving their booths. This year’s Expo promises to be another great event — don’t miss out!
The Executive Committee of MEUW’s Board of Directors held a regular meeting on Oct. 2. The draft minutes of their discussions are available for download here (member log-in required).
Enhance your leadership skills by attending upcoming class: Collaborating involves using influence and persuasion to drive high-performing teams. Leaders skilled in collaboration understand how individuals impact one another and how to foster creative thinking and effective problem-solving to drive results. Build up your leadership skills by joining the “Leading Through Collaboration” class, part of MEUW’s three-part Municipal Utility Leadership Certificate series. Attendees will learn practical ideas and skills they can bring back to their workplace. The class will be held in Mauston on Wednesday, Dec. 4. More information and registration are available here.
Make plans to be part of MEUW’s “Day at the Capitol.” Join fellow members in Madison to help spread the public power message. You’ll be representing not only your public power community, but also the more than 300,000 Wisconsinites who get their electricity from a community-owned utility. Full details are available here.
A room block is available for those who need lodging Tuesday, Feb. 4. Details are here.
Register today for Regulation, Compliance & Safety course: As a highly regulated business, utilities must comply with dozens of operating rules to retain the “right to serve” electric customers. Part of MEUW’s “Fundamentals of Utility Management” training program, this class will explore the wide array of regulations, compliance, and safety rules every municipal utility leader must follow. Offered Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, in Mauston, the course will explore the reasons behind the rules and provide insights to make compliance easier. An outline of the training topics, the instructors, and registration details are here.
Make the most of cold weather days! As the temperatures drop, it’s the perfect opportunity to maximize staff productivity during chilly indoor days. Why not turn your focus to the sun? With the growing demand for solar power, understanding how solar panels affect utility systems is crucial for operators.
Earlier this year, MEUW hosted the “Everything Solar Seminar,” which delved into the essential rules, best practices, and key information to share with customers. Led by Dave Krause, P.E., this training is invaluable for utility personnel at any level. Portions of the seminar were recorded and are available for on-demand viewing, making it easy to fit into your schedule. For details on purchase options, call the MEUW Office at (608) 837-2263.