Utility Advisory Board Agenda and Packet

CITY OF RIVER FALLS WISCONSIN UTILITY ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS JULY 20, 2026 The public may view/listen to the meeting by: • Calling Toll Free:1-844-992-4726, access code: 2634 373 6498 event password: 456789 • Visiting the web link: https://tinyurl.com/RFUAB72026 • Viewing the City’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofriverfalls Call Meeting to Order: 6:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes: June 15, 2026 ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS PUBLIC COMMENT, PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS: 1. Public Comment NEW BUSINESS: 2. Resolution Recommending Purchase Approval of Whitetail Ridge Corporate Park Street Lighting 3. Resolution Recommending Approval of Addition of a RG-3 Optional Residential Rate REPORTS: 4. Finance Report 5. Utility Dashboards 6. Monthly Utility Report 7. Utility Director’s Report ADJOURNMENT: Council members may be in attendance for informational purposes only. No official Council action will be taken. NOTE: Any person who has a qualifying disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act that requires the meeting or materials to be in an accessible location or format, may contact City Clerk Amy White at (715) 426-3408 or in person at 222 Lewis Street, for accommodations. Requests for accommodations should be made at least three (3) business days in advance of the meeting. Every effort will be made to arrange accommodations. Posted at City Hall: 07/01/2026; Published: The Pierce County Journal: 07/8/2026 1 CITY OF RIVER FALLS UTILITY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES JUNE 15, 2026 The meeting was called to order by Utility Advisory Board (UAB) Chair Chris Lick at 6:30 p.m. The pledge of allegiance was said. Utility Advisory Board Present: Amber Bjork, Mark Klecker, Chris Lick and Rose Walker Utility Advisory Board Absent: Tim Thum Staff Present: Utility Director Kevin Westhuis; Water/Wastewater Superintendent Bradley Vick; Electric Operations Superintendent Wayne Siverling; Public Works Manager Erica Ellefson; Executive Assistant Lanae Nelson and IT Technician Joe Reardon Approval of Minutes: Meeting Minutes: 05-18-2026 MSC Klecker/Walker approved minutes. Unanimous. PUBLIC COMMENTS: William Hansen, N8723 1025 Street spoke on the Junction Falls Hydroelectric Dam, the 2020 flood, hydroelectric generation, drawdown of Powell Falls and the draining of Lake Louise. NEW BUSINESS: Ord. No. 2012-01, § 1, 1-24-2012; Ord. No. 2018-12, § 1, 8-28-2018 Utility Director Westhuis introduced annual election of the Utility Advisory Board Chair and Vice Chair offices. MS Bjork/Klecker nominated Chris Lick for Board Chair. Motion passed unanimously; Chris Lick was elected Chair. MS Klecker/Walker nominated Amber Bjork for Vice Chair. Motion passed unanimously; Amber Bjork was elected Vice Chair. Resolution 2026 – 04 Recommending Wastewater Treatment Plant 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) Water/Wastewater Superintendent Vick presented the 2025 CMAR, the annual self-evaluation of the City’s wastewater treatment system submitted to the Wisconsin DNR. He reviewed plant performance metrics, treatment capacity, and system improvements. The Wastewater Treatment Plant received a perfect score of 4.0. MSC Bjork/Walker moved to approve the resolution. Motion passed unanimously. Resolution 2026 – 05 Recommending Bid for the 2026 Directional Boring Contract Electric Operations Superintendent Siverling presented the annual directional boring project included in the Capital Improvement Plan. Seven bids were received, with A1 Power, LLC submitting the lowest responsible bid of $706,625. MSC Klecker/Bjork moved to approve the resolution. Motion passed unanimously. 2 Resolution 2026 – 06 Recommending Purchase Approval of Paulson Road Street Lights Siverling presented the proposed purchase of Lumac street-light poles and luminaries for Paulson Road as part of the City’s CIP and TID improvements. Replacing aging infrastructure is expected to reduce future maintenance costs and prevent emergency repairs. Two quotes were received, with Border States submitting the lowest quote of $269,990. MSC Walker/Klecker moved to approve the resolution. Motion passed unanimously. REPORTS: Finance Report Public Works Manager Ellefson reviewed the financial reports included in the meeting packet. Utility Dashboards Westhuis reviewed utility performance dashboards. Monthly Report Utility reports for May 2026 were included in the meeting packet. Utility Director’s Report Update provided on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Biosolids Dryer project. Thanked customer service staff for assisting customers facing service disconnection. River Falls Parade is July 10, and the City of River Falls will have a float. Community Appreciation Event is August 5 at the City Hall Plaza. ADJOURNMENT: MSC Bjork/Walker to adjourn. Motion caried unanimously. UAB Chair Lick adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Executive Assistant Lanae Nelson 3 #2 MEMORANDUM TO: Utility Advisory Board FROM: Wayne Siverling, Electric Operations Superintendent DATE: July 20, 2026 TITLE: RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING PURCHASE APPROVAL OF WHITETAIL RIDGE CORPORATE PARK STREET LIGHTING _____________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDED ACTION Recommend approval of a resolution recommending that the City Council authorize the purchase of Lum ec street -light poles and luminaires from Border States to replace the existing street - lighting infrastructure along Whitetail Ridge Corporate Park Street in the amount of $162,288 and authorize the City Administrator to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase. BACKGROUND Several street-light poles within the City of River Falls have deteriorated due to age, corrosion, weather exposure, and normal wear. Continued deterioration increases the risk of structural failure, service interruptions, and escalating maintenance costs. Replacing these poles will improve system reliability, enhance public safety, reduce maintenance requirements, and ensure compliance with current engineering and electrical standards. Whitetail Ridge Corporate Park has experienced increased activity due to business growth, extended operating hours, and an increase in employees and visitors. While the existing street - lighting system has adequately served the area in the past, portions of the corporate park are now inadequately illuminated because of aging fixtures, changing traffic patterns, and expanded parking and pedestrian areas. Insufficient lighting reduces visibility, increases the potential for vehicle and pedestrian accidents, an d raises security concerns for those using the area after dark. Upgrading the street -lighting system will create a safer, more secure, and more welcoming environment while supporting the City's commitment to public safety, economic development, and operational excellence. DISCUSSION River Falls Municipal Utilities (RFMU) recommends issuing a purchase order to Border States of Figures 1 & 2: Current Street lighting & future street lighting. 4 Memorandum to Utility Advisory Board July 20, 2026 Page 2 Rochester, MN, for Lumec street-light poles and luminaires to replace the existing street-lighting infrastructure within Whitetail Ridge Corporate Park. This project represents the first phase of a multi-year effort to replace aging street -lighting infrastructure throughout the c orporate park. Staff has identified several street -light poles exhibiting significant deterioration, including corrosion, material degradation, and structural wear resulting from age and environmental exposure. Although routine maintenance has extended the useful life of these assets, continued repairs are becoming increasingly costly and no longer address the underlying condition of the infrastructure. An assessment of the corporate park also found that several roadways, parking areas, pedestrian walkways, and building entrances have inadequate lighting, particularly during evening and early morning hours. These conditions reduce visibility for motorists and pedestrians, increase the risk of slips, trips, falls, and vehicle accidents, and create opportunities for theft, vandalism, and other security incidents. Improved lighting will enhance safety while increasing employees' and visitors' sense of security. Replacing the existing poles and luminaires will improve the reliability and longevity of the City's street-lighting system. The new infrastructure will provide greater structural integrity, reduce service interruptions, lower ongoing maintenance costs, and meet current engineering, electrical, and safety standards. While the project requires initial capital investment, the long-term benefits, including improved public safety, enhanced security, reduced operating costs, and a more attractive business environment, are expected to outweigh the implementation costs. The new streetlights will closely resemble the new lights in Mann Valley Co rporate Park. Staff solicited quotations from multiple vendors and received responses from Border States and Stuart C. Irby. Border States submitted the lowest responsive and responsible quotation and is familiar with the City's existing street-lighting system through its established working relationship with RFMU. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS The total project cost is $162,288. Funding is available within the approved Fiscal Year 2026 Electric Utility Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for street -lighting improvements. The project is consistent with the City's planned infrastructure maintenance and replacement program. Completing this project at this time is expected to reduce future maintenance and repair costs associated with aging infrastructure while minimizing the potential for emergency expenditures resulting from street-light pole failures. Company Quote Border States $162,288 Stuart C. Irby $172,850 Sources Amount Uses Amount Electric Utility Fund $162,288 Lumec Street Lighting $162,288 Total Sources $162,288 Total Uses $162,288 5 Memorandum to Utility Advisory Board July 20, 2026 Page 3 CONCLUSION Staff recommends that the Utility Advisory Board approve a resolution recommending that the City Council authorize the purchase of Lumec street-light poles and luminaires for the Whitetail Ridge Corporate Park from Border States in the amount of $ 162,288 and authorize the City Administrator to execute all necessary documents related to the purchase. Enc: Border States Quote 6 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Cust Item Item Material Quantity Price Per UoM Value MFG - Description________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 000010 15 EA 10,792.00 / 1 EA 161,880.00 - DMS50-70W64LED4K-G3-LE3S-240-DMG-SP2 LEAD TIME 14 WEEKS 000020 1 EA 408.79 / 1 EA 408.79 - STT-611 MULTI COLOR CHARGE LEAD TIME 14 WEEKS________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Total $ 162,288.79 State Tax $ 0.000 % 0.00 County Tax $ 0.000 % 0.00 Local Tax $ 0.000 % 0.00 Other Tax1 $ 0.000 % 0.00 Other Tax2 $ 0.000 % 0.00 Other Tax3 $ 0.000 % 0.00 Tax Subtotal $ 0.000 % 0.00 Net Amount $ 162,288.79 To access Border States Terms and Conditions of Sale, please go to https://www.borderstates.com The quoted sales tax is an estimate only based upon the information provided in this quote and will be finalized at the time of Invoice based upon the material purchased, quantity purchased, and delivery location. Shipping and handling fees in this quote are an estimate only and will be finalized at the time of Invoice. Border States - RCH 100 Carlton Street SW Rochester MN 55902 Phone: 507-280-4670 All clerical errors contained herein are subject to correction. In the event of any cost or price increases from manufacturers or other suppliers, caused by, but not limited to, currency fluctuations, raw material or labor prices, fuel or transportation cost increases, and any import tariffs, taxes, fees, or surcharges, Border States reserves the exclusive right to change its pricing at the time of shipping and will provide notice of any such change to its customers prior to costs being incurred. Inco Terms: PPA PREPAID & ALLOW FREIGHT Ship-to: RIVER FALLS MUNICIPAL UTILITIES 950 BENSON ST RIVER FALLS WI 54022 Quote: 28542216 Sold-To Acct #: 5144 Valid From: 06/08/2026 To: 06/15/2026 PO No: Lumac poles different variety PO Date: 06/08/2026 Payment Terms: NET 25TH PROX (31) Created By: Easton H Knealing Tel No: Fax No: RIVER FALLS MUNICIPAL UTILITIES 222 LEWIS ST STE 228 RIVER FALLS WI 54022-2190 Quote Page: 1 of 1 _____________________________________________ 7 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING PURCHASE APPROVAL OF WHITETAIL RIDGE CORPORATE PARK STREET LIGHTING WHEREAS, the City of River Falls Utility Advisory Board recommends that the River Falls Common Council approve the purchase of a Lumec street-light poles and luminaires from Border States; and WHEREAS, Border States has submitted a quote for the purchase of the Lumec street-light poles and luminaires; and WHEREAS, the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan includes funding in the amount of $314,000 for the Whitetail Ridge Corporate Street Lighting project; and WHEREAS, Border States has submitted a quote in the amount of $162,288; and WHEREAS, Electric Department staff have reviewed the quote and determined it to be acceptable; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of River Falls Utility Advisory Board that it hereby recommends that the River Falls Common Council authorize the City Administrator to purchase Lumec street-light poles and luminaires from Border States in the amount of $162,288. Dated 20th day of July 2026. Chris Lick, Board Chair ATTEST: Amy White, City Clerk 8 MEMORANDUM TO: Utility Advisory Board FROM: Jenna Willi, WPPI Energy Services Manager DATE: July 20, 2026 TITLE: RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF ADDITION OF A RG-3 OPTIONAL RESIDENTIAL RATE _____________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDED ACTION Recommend approval of adding a Rg-3 optional time of use rate for utility rate options for residential customers. BACKGROUND River Falls Municipal Utilities currently offers one optional time of use residential rate (the Rg-2 rate) for customers to consider. This rate encourages customers to shift their energy use to off - peak hours (overnights and weekends) by charging less for energy used during that time. Conversely, energy used during peak hours costs customers more per kWh. For comparison, a customer on the standard rate (Rg -1), pays $0.1257/kWh for all energy consumed. A customer on the Rg -2 time of use rate pays $0.2065/kWh during on -peak hours (8am to 8pm on weekdays), and $0.0815/kWh for energy used during off-peak hours. Customers who elect to move to the Rg-2 rate must stay on the rate for at least one year before moving back to the standard rate. Customers opting to be on the Rg -2 rate are currently annually notified by letter if the rate continues to benefit them. Because of the utility’s integration of AMI meters, there is an annual analysis run to identify those customers that would potentially benefit from switching to the Rg -2 rate. They are currently notified via letter of this option and potential savings. Customers also have access to MyAccount, which provides a “Compare your rate options” tool that allows them to analyze if the Rg -2 optional rate might benefit them. The image provided is a snapshot of that tool. #3 9 Memorandum to Utility Advisory Board July 20, 2026 Page 2 RG-3 RATE OPTION The Rg-3 rate would be an additional optional rate for residential customers to consider. It is a 3- tier time of use rate that is friendly to customers that charge electric vehicles at home, as it is designed to manage EV load in a practical, low-cost way. Rg-3 encourages customers to charge their vehicles between midnight-5 am, when system costs are lowest. This lowers wholesale costs and reduces stress on the distribution system. By adopting Rg-3 and enrolling customers with EVs on this rate, the utility can expect to save money on their wholesale bills compared to what wholesale costs would be if EV drivers remain on a standard residential rate. This wholesale cost savings is a benefit to all customers (not just EV drivers). It’s also simple for customers. They can program their vehicle to charge overnight and save about $200/year without making additional changes to their use. It’s also good to note that this rate may be friendly to non -EV customers as well, depending on thei r energy use and schedules. All customers would have the ability to switch to the Rg-3 rate, and it would be an option to explore in the MyAccount comparison tool. Communications and connections with customers that would benefit from optional rates (Rg-2 or Rg-3) would continue to be a focus for the utility. The City of River Falls is a good candidate for adopting an Rg -3 rate option, as the utility peaks during the Rg -3 on -peak window (between 3:00 -7:00 PM). There are also a good number of registered EV users in town, indicating substantial savings potential not just EV customers, but the utility as well, benefiting all customers with the potential wholesale savings. FINANCIAL CONSDERATIONS The only cost to the utility to add the Rg -3 rate option would be the cost to file with the Public Service Commission. WPPI is currently working on a group filing with several other members that will reduce this cost for River Falls Municipal Utilities if they join that submission. CONCLUSION Staff recommend that the Utility Advisory Board approve a resolution recommending that the City Council approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute all necessary documents related to having the River Falls Municipal Utilities move forward with the addition of the Rg -3 optional time of use rate to residential rate options. 10 Rg-3 Optional Residential Rate Jenna Willi Energy Services Manager 11 Background 12 EV adoption is exceeding prior projections wppienergy.org 3 3,100 Battery Powered EVs 13 EV Growth = Risk + Opportunity • Adoption is already material in WPPI communities • EV charging can… ➢Raise costs if clustered during peak ➢Create system value if shifted to low-cost hours wppienergy.org 4 Bookend Analysis Worst Case (risk): All vehicles charge at most critical time Best Case (benefit): Charging shifted to super-off peak Business as Usual: Variety of charging behavior 14 What is the Rg-3 rate? wppienergy.org 5 15 Current Residential Rates • Rg-1 (standard rate) ➢$0.1257/kWh • Rg-2 (optional time of use rate) ➢Also called “Nights and Weekends Rate” ➢On-peak rate: $0.2065/kWh ➢Off-peak rate: $0.0815/kWh wppienergy.org 6 16 What is the Rg-3 rate? • An optional three-tier time of use residential rate ➢On-Peak Hours: 3:00-7:00 p.m. (Monday-Friday, excluding major holidays) ➢Off-Peak Hours:12:00-5:00 a.m. (every day) ➢Standard: all other hours wppienergy.org 7 12 am 5 am 3 pm 7 pm 12 am Standard Rg-1 rate $ $$ $$ $$$ 17 Why adopt Rg-3? wppienergy.org 8 18 Who benefits? wppienergy.org 9 Customer By charging overnight the average EV driver will save >$200/year compared to the standard rate RFMU Reduce wholesale energy and demand costs by shifting load to super-off peak Better utilize existing distribution equipment All Members WPPI sees lower energy and capacity costs, which reduces costs for all members 19 Which members should consider Rg-3? • Members that peak during the Rg-3 on-peak window (3:00-7:00 p.m.) ➢Opportunity for the most wholesale savings • Members with more EV owners ➢EV registration data indicates substantial savings potential • Members with AMI meters wppienergy.org 10 20 Customers and Rg-3 wppienergy.org 11 21 EV Customer Perspective • The average EV driver can save >$200/year • It’s easy to program EV to charge at a specific time through ➢Vehicle ➢Mobile App ➢Home EV charger • Customers on Rg-3 can still charge at any time (it’ll just cost more) wppienergy.org 12 22 Non-EV Customer Perspective • Rate is cost based, not a subsidy ➢Rg-3 customers pay less when they use power that costs less to provide • Shifting EV charging away from expensive hours reduces average wholesale costs, benefiting all customers wppienergy.org 13 23 Final Considerations and Questions wppienergy.org 14 24 Thank you! 25 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF ADDITION OF A RG-3 OPTIONAL RESIDENTIAL RATE WHEREAS, the City of River Falls and River Falls Municipal Electric Utility have identified the Rg-3 Optional Rate as a beneficial addition to our rate options for residential customers; and WHEREAS, the proposed optional rate introduces a 3-tier time of use rate designed to encourage high load use, like EV charging, to shift to overnight (midnight to 5 AM), when system costs are lowest; and WHEREAS, this shift can help provide a savings benefit to all customers (not just EV owners), as the load shift helps lower wholesale costs and reduces stress on the distribution system for the utility during system peak times; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of River Falls Utility Advisory Board that it hereby recommends that the River Falls Common Council authorize the City Administrator to move forward with the application for the utility to adopt the optional Rg-3 rate. Dated 20th day of July, 2026. Chris Lick, Board Chair ATTEST: Amy White, City Clerk 26 FOCUS ON ENERGY PROGRAM DASHBOARD INCENTIVES PAID – THROUGH JULY 1 , 2026 $290,001 *HOMES and HEAR program assessments and incentives are reflect no kWh savings (due to assessment only or electrification) Schools & Government HEAR (Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates) Trade Ally Solutions Direct to Customer Business & Industry Trade Ally Solutions - Renewable Rewards Residential HOMES Assessment Incentives $248,449$17,809 $9,725 $7,473 $6,444 $600 $500 INCENTIVES BY PROGRAM Key Statistics 202 Customers Participating 428 kW Reduced 1,734,428 kWh Savings (First Year) Schools & Government Business & Industry Trade Ally Solutions - Renewable Rewards Residential Direct to Customer Trade Ally Solutions 1,629,889 67,853 16,860 13,369 6,460 ANNUAL KWH BY PROGRAM * 27 GREEN BLOCKS PROGRAM DASHBOARD BLOCKS PROGRAM PARTICIPATION THROUGH MAY 202 6 BLOCKS SOLD AND PARTICIPATION IN 202 6 *Please note – the total number of RFMU customers in this report was updated using most recent PSC data, which altered the percentage totals of participation. It differs from last month’s report due to that update. Key Statistics 1,240 Customers Participating 5,311,800 kWh of Green Energy Purchased Month # of blocks purchased January 3,541 February 3,535 March 3,540 April 3,543 May 3,547 June July August September October November December Average 3,541 2026 Renewable Energy Block Participation Month Monthly Participation January 16.4% February 15.8% March 16.0% April 16.1% May 15.9% June 0.0% July 0.0% August 0.0% September 0.0% October 0.0% November 0.0% December 0.0% 2026 Renewable Energy Block Participation (%) Month # of customers participating January 1,277 February 1,234 March 1,246 April 1,258 May 1,240 June July August September October November December Average 1,251 2026 Renewable Energy Block Participation 28 RFMU EFFICIENCY PROGRAMS UPDATE UTILITY PROGRAM PARTICIPATION 202 6 REPORT TOTAL INCENTIVES GIVEN AS OF JULY 1, 2026 Program # of Customers Participating Total Incentives Business Programs (Focus on Energy Match) 2 $517 Residential Efficiency Program (Focus on Energy Match) 0 - Electrification of Landscape Equipment 10 $1,195 Home Energy Assessments/Improvements 11 $5,581 Solar Program 0 - Electric Vehicle Charging Program 4 $1,740 Smart Thermostat/Central Air Tune Up 2 $100 Tree Power 0 - TOTAL: 29 $9,133 29 R F M U M o n t h l y R e p o r t River Falls Municipal Utilities June 2026 30 Zachary Kuechenmeister, Journeyman Lineworker Apprentice Jeff Ploeger, Journeyman Lineworker Projects System Maintenance Maintenance repairs were completed based on issues identified during required system inspections. Substation Inspections Monthly substation inspections were completed. Junction Falls Monitoring Junction Falls is inspected daily. Underground Services Underground service installations continue on a weekly and monthly basis. More than 20 new customers were connected last month. Meter Reading Monthly meter readings continue as scheduled. Junction Falls Hydro Junction Falls Hydro is inspected daily. The hydro facility was shut down this month to complete minor maintenance. Our annual on-site FERC inspection was also completed last month. Service Orders Miscellaneous service orders included tree trimming around service wires and streetlight repairs. Power Outages There were seven outages this month, affecting 55 customers. Brookgreen Townhomes Project Work began on the Brookgreen Townhomes project update. Crews are completing service work as requested to energize the remaining buildings. Building #10 was energized this month, with three buildings remaining. Sycamore II Project Work remains on hold, including the installation of new primary underground facilities and electrical service for the new building. Fire Hall Project Installation of the permanent electrical service is scheduled for later this fall. Pole Replacement Program Pole replacement continues throughout the city. Crews have begun replacing poles installed in the 1940s that have passed inspections but are being proactively replaced due to their age. This work continued throughout the month. SkyCoat Project Electrical infrastructure was relocated to accommodate the SkyCoat project. E l e c t r i c D e p a r t m e n t River Falls Municipal Utilities June 2026 PG 01 Wayne Siverling, Electric Operations Superintendent Dan Treichel, Lead Journeyman Lineworker Tim Wiste, Lead Journeyman Lineworker Pat Oja, Journeyman Lineworker Logan Snyder, Journeyman Lineworker Cody Kruger, Journeyman Lineworker Jeremy Holschuh, Journeyman Lineworker Virgil Johnson, Electric Meter Technician 31 Projects: Staffing & Training Weekly utility staff meeting. Heat safety review and exam at bi-weekly staff meeting. Bradley, Josh, and Dean completed confined space and hearing conservation training. Attended UAB meeting, Water/WW Team Strengths session, management training, and annual fire extinguisher/HazCom refresher. Operations & Maintenance Repaired chlorine regulators and injectors at Well Houses 4 and 6. Reviewed CIP projects and impact fee spreadsheets. Continued sludge disposal through Waste Management while West Central Bio Solids remains unavailable. Continued meter change-outs. Restored normal operation at North Tower after Cla-Val issue. Replaced failed Spring Creek lift station transducer; replacement ordered. Projects & Inspections BCR conducting dryer pilot testing; ongoing coordination meetings. Completed Valley View Apartments water and sewer connection. Optimized sludge processing for BCR dryer testing. Awaiting MH1101 rehabilitation quotes. Continued manhole rehabilitation, meter change-outs, televising, service line potholing, and valve exercising. Scheduled Cascade hydrant replacement and held SCADA/Skycoat review meetings. Compliance & Reporting Submitted 2025 CMAR, eDMR, and eMOR. Submitted Lead Service Line certification documents; awaiting DNR review. Continued planning for 2027–2028 sewer lining project. Sent three hydrant flushing contracts. Public Outreach & Engagement Participated in the River Falls Chamber Golf Outing. Upcoming & Ongoing Work Cold storage cleaning and organization. Cascade Avenue hydrant replacement. Sewer televising and cleaning. Service line potholing. Hydrant flushing after July 13. Cross-connection inspections by General Engineering Company. W a t e r / W a s t e w a t e r D e p a r t m e n t River Falls Municipal Utilities June 2026 PG 02 Tim Rixmann, Lead Water / Wastewater Operator Joe Curran, Water / Wastewater Operator Todd Decker, Water / Wastewater Operator Bradley VIck, Water / Wastewater Superintendent David Paynotta, Water / Wastewater Operator Bill Swenson, Wastewater Operator Josh Penovich, Water / Wastewater Operator Brent Wiersma, Water / Wastewater Operator Thomas Polkoski, Water / Wastewater Operator Dean Seemuth, Water / Wastewater Operator 32 C u s t o m e r S e r v i c e D e p a r t m e n t River Falls Municipal Utilities June 2026 PG 03 Amy White, City Clerk Theresa Folak, Customer Service Representative Brenda Rundle, Customer Service Representative Wendy Tokheim, Customer Service / Billing Clerk Projects Disconnection Process Disconnection notices were sent on June 5 to 185 residential customers and 13 businesses with past-due balances of $250.00 or more. Outbound reminder calls were made to 157 customers on June 10. As a final form of communication prior to disconnection, 31 text messages and 2 personal phone calls were made on June 12. A total of 6 service disconnections occurred on June 15, with 1 additional disconnection on June 16 due to failure to comply with a payment arrangement. 45 payment arrangements were in place on June 15 to help customers avoid disconnection and provide additional time to pay past-due utility balances. Water Department Service Requests Customer Service scheduled 27 service requests for the Water Department. Requests included: Dropping off new water meters Exchanging existing water meters Turning off water service to accommodate repairs Jackie Sahnow, Customer Service Billing Clerk Cindy Campbell, Customer Service Lead 33 Projects Asset Mapping Mapped 25 AMI meter changes. Attached additional sanitary sewer videos and field reports to the mapping system. Inspections and Drafting Inspected and drafted one new home lateral. Inspected and drafted one water service replacement. Equipment and Technical Support Resolved Leica GPS issues. Assisted the B&M locating crew. GPS and Mapping Projects Ongoing Continued GPS data collection and mapping for the Wildflower Subdivision. Began GPS data collection for Skycoat. Completed Completed GPS data collection and mapping for Sterling Ponds Industrial 2. Completed GPS data collection and mapping for Our Neighbors Place. Completed GPS data collection and mapping for Valley View Apartments – Mann Valley. E n g i n e e r i n g T e c h W o r k River Falls Municipal Utilities June 2026 PG 04 Tamarra Jaworski, Engineering Technician & GIS Mapper 34 Projects Incentive Programs and Green Blocks Total RFMU Program participation (as of July 1, 2026) 29 customers received $9,133 in incentives Total River Falls Focus on Energy Participation (as of May 28, 2026) 202 customers received $290,001 in incentives Green Blocks Update – May had 3,547 blocks purchased by 1,240 customers 5,311,800 kWh of renewable energy purchased in 2026. RFMU Incentive Program Materials Update and Refresh The marketing materials for all of RFMU’s programs have been updated. The new design is for customers to engage with, more standard to make processing easier for utility staff, and is ADA compliant. Upcoming Events of Interest July 23 – WPPI Executive Committee Meeting October 8 – Orientation to WPPI Members are invited to attend this educational program about your joint action agency. Through staff presentations, attendees will learn more about the three functions of WPPI: power supply, government relations and support services. This half-day educational program is optimal for new utility staff and governing body members, but suitable for all member representatives. Included in the program is a tour of WPPI’s Systems Operation Center. Please contact me with any questions or if you are interested. R F M U & W P P I E n e r g y P r o g r a m s River Falls Municipal Utilities June 2026 PG 05 Jenna Willi, WPPI Energy Service Manager 35