Each October, Public Power Week offers a moment to reflect on the strength behind our cities—the municipal utilities that keep Kansas running. From powering homes and hospitals to supporting businesses and schools, public utilities are the backbone of our communities. This year’s theme, “2,000 Utilities. One Purpose.”, speaks to a shared mission: serving people, not profit.
Across Kansas, public utilities are more than service providers—they are stewards of resilience, innovation, and trust. They answer to their communities, not shareholders. They reinvest in infrastructure, prioritize reliability, and respond with agility when challenges arise. Whether it’s restoring power after a storm or planning for future energy needs, these utilities operate with dedication and impact.
Public power means local control. It means decisions made by neighbors, for neighbors. It means transparency, accountability, and a commitment to values that put people first. In Kansas, this legacy is alive in every KMEA member city, where utility teams work to deliver safe, reliable, and affordable energy—day in and day out.
As we celebrate Public Power Week in 2025, we honor the linemen, power plant operators, utility directors, and administrators who make public power possible. Their work is often unseen, but its impact is everywhere. They light our streets, power our homes, and fuel our progress.
To every public utility in Kansas: thank you. Your work matters, your values endure, and your service makes a difference.
Visual Content Source: American Public Power Association (APPA)
