With #NationalLinemanAppreciationDay this Saturday, we recognize the dedication, skill, and commitment our electric crews bring to their work every day. From restoring power during overnight outages to working through challenging weather conditions, their professionalism and reliability are essential to keeping our communities and businesses running. Their work supports the foundation of our daily lives, and [...]
McPherson BPU General Manager, Josh Bedel, has been named Chair of the Equus-Walnut Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) by the Kansas Water Authority. This appointment reflects Bedel’s continued commitment to water resource management across south-central Kansas. The Equus-Walnut RAC represents eleven counties and brings together stakeholders from all water-use sectors, including public water supply, municipal, agricultural, [...]
Take a look at our Power Plant Maintenance team as they carefully disassemble a combustion turbine for preventive maintenance! Every bolt, every panel, every procedure requires skill, precision, and a safety-first mindset. This dedicated crew spends countless hours ensuring our equipment runs reliably and efficiently. Their expertise, teamwork, and attention to detail make it all [...]
Small leaks add up! In celebration of EPA WaterSense’s #FixALeakWeek (March 16–22, 2026), check your home for running toilets, dripping faucets, and other sneaky leaks. Fixing leaks can save water 💧 and even lower your utility bills. Get easy tips from the EPA to detect and repair leaks: https://www.epa.gov/watersense/fix-leak-week
BPU may be contacting you about water samples as part of the EPA Lead & Copper Rule, required by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). This is not related to any boil water advisory—our water is safe. Why This Sampling Is Important: The Lead & Copper Rule requires utilities to periodically test water [...]
It’s Groundwater Awareness Week, and we’re celebrating the hidden hero beneath our feet! It works 24/7 to keep our community running, lawns green, and coffee cups full... Out of sight? Sure. Out of importance? Never! Children attending our fall Water Festival get hands-on learning about aquifers, water wells, and the water cycle - learning how [...]
Newly released 2024 utility revenue-per-kilowatt-hour data confirm that the McPherson Board of Public Utilities (BPU) continues to provide highly competitive industrial electric rates that are below state and national averages. In 2024, McPherson BPU’s industrial average was 5.2 cents per kilowatt-hour (¢/kWh) Nationally, the American Public Power Association’s report shows industrial public power rates varying [...]
We are pleased to congratulate our very own Kasi Lane Morales on being selected for the 2026 Leadership Kansas class. Out of more than 500 nominations, only 40 leaders from across the state were chosen. This is a significant honor and a strong testament to her leadership and impact. Congratulations, Kasi, on this well-deserved recognition! [...]
EXCITING NEWS! McPherson BPU Receives $2 Million in Congressional Direct Spending for South Well Field Project. We extend our sincere appreciation to U.S. Senator Jerry Moran for his leadership and support in championing this request on behalf of McPherson and the surrounding communities.
BPU will be closing early Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 12:00 PM and will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year!
