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04.05.24

Infrastructure Replacement Program 2023 Progress Report

In 2023, District and contracted crews worked to replace and update critical infrastructure throughout the gas and water distribution systems. Prioritization of water main replacements is based on a sophisticated risk model and asset management plan that considers a variety of components, including break history and material vintage. District and contracted crews replaced more than...

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03.04.24

Mains and Services: What’s Yours? What’s Ours?

WATER MAINS AND SERVICE LINES Main: The large pipe laid in or along a street. The main is four inches or more in diameter with a fire hydrant attached to it. M.U.D. is responsible for water mains. Corporation: A valve connecting the main to the water service line. M.U.D. is responsible for the corporation. Service...

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02.02.24

February News & Updates

Support Utility Assistance at Annual Fundraiser. The 17th annual Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth is Saturday, March 2. The event raises funds to support utility assistance programs for M.U.D. and Omaha Public Power District customers. Various participation options are available, including virtual. Donations and sponsorship opportunities are also available. Learn more and...

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01.26.24

Winter Water Use Impacts Sewer Fees

Did you know the amount of water you use during the December through March billing period is used to help calculate your sewer fees, which Metropolitan Utilities District bills on behalf of the city? Limiting outdoor water use until mid-April will save you on sewer fees. Each municipality sets its sewer use rates. Municipalities include: Bellevue, Bennington,...

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01.04.24

January News & Updates

Board of Directors Approve 2024 Budget. M.U.D.’s 2024 budget, which was approved at the December Board of Directors meeting, continues to fund investments in critical infrastructure and people to ensure the public utility is positioned to meet ever-growing demands. Also approved were changes to the natural gas and water rates, with a total annual average...

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12.06.23

Metropolitan Utilities District Sets 2024 Budget, Projects a Lower Overall Bill While Continuing Investment in Critical Infrastructure

Total annual average residential gas and water bill projected to decrease 7% For additional information: Stephanie Mueller, 402.504.7776 or Jessica Heidebrecht, 402.504.7204. December 6, 2023; Omaha, Neb.— The Metropolitan Utilities District (M.U.D.) Board of Directors today approved a 2024 budget, which continues to fund investments in critical infrastructure and people to ensure the public utility is positioned to...

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08.03.23

Know What’s Below – Dig Safely with 811

Celebrating Safety on August 11 Did you know more than half of reported natural gas incidents are caused by people who dig before utility lines are marked? On August 11, the utility industry celebrates National 811 Day, designed to promote safe digging. Every day, M.U.D. employees locate underground gas and water services to ensure any...

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08.03.23

Energy Efficiency Program Helps Low-Income Customers

Safety and efficiency are top of mind at M.U.D., and that focus extends to our customers’ homes. Through a new collaboration with Habitat for Humanity of Omaha and the Omaha Public Power District, we are providing education and funds to help our low-income customers make their homes safer and more efficient. Our Energy Efficiency Assistance...

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07.28.23

M.U.D. Voluntary Outdoor Water Restrictions Extended Three Weeks, Requests No Watering on Mondays

Omaha, Neb.— Metropolitan Utilities District is urging its water customers to continue limiting outdoor water use through Monday, August 21. Repairs needed on a water main have reduced capacity at one of its water production facilities and, due to the complexity of the repairs and the extreme temperatures, outdoor water restrictions are being extended. M.U.D....

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