Willmar is nearing capacity in regards to how much water it can pump to meet demand. The increase in demand is why the approximately $25 million project at the Northeast Water Treatment has to be done, according to Willmar Municipal Utilities General Manager John Harren. The Municipal Utilities Commission heard presentations from both the water and customer service departments at Monday’s meeting.
All in all, 2021 was a good year for Willmar Municipal Utilities, as it was able to provide power to its customers 99.999% of the time, hitting the yearly goal for the provider. WMU continues to work on a variety of electrical projects including installing new street lights in downtown Willmar, switching all lights in the city to LED, upgrading substations and working toward the upcoming demolition of the power plant.
The Minnesota House Capital Investment Committee visited Willmar on Tuesday to gather information about three local projects requesting funds from the biannual bonding bill. Willmar Municipal Utilities, Kandiyohi County Public Works and the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative presented in front of the visiting legislators about the projects.
The Minnesota House Capital Investment Committee visited Willmar on Tuesday to gather information about three local projects requesting funds from the biannual bonding bill. Willmar Municipal Utilities, Kandiyohi County Public Works and the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative presented in front of the visiting legislators about the projects.
Willmar Municipal Utilities is keeping a close eye on the drought conditions in Willmar. Currently, the utilities department is able to meet the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources restrictions, but if the drought worsens, Willmar Municipal Utilities might have to take more action.