City of Le Sueur Electric Department

What We Do:

The Le Sueur Electric Utility Department has been providing the City of Le Sueur with safe, efficient, electric power since the early 1900's. For many years, the City of Le Sueur owned and operated its own power generating system. But, eventually, the systems became outdated and inefficient. (Click here for brief history of electric power in Le Sueur).

In 1992, the Le Sueur Electric Utility joined forces with seven other Minnesota Cities, to purchase, distribute, and re-sell wholesale power (Minnesota Municipal Power Agency-MMPA). This group buying strategy enables negotiating/contracting for purchasing electric power at the best rates possible.

How We Do it:

Equipment, Staff, Administration:
To provide electric power, we:

1. Construct and maintain the underground and overhead distribution system* that feeds power to homes and businesses, and
2. Administer the purchase of electric power from the most cost-effective sources through our purchasing group, a consortium of 8 Minnesota Cities. (MMPA)

* The owner is responsible for construction and maintenance of the power line from the lot's corner to the home or business if that line is underground:
• In newer residential areas, electric lines are constructed underground
• In older areas, overhead electric lines are strung to the home/business

Other Services & Benefits:

• The Electric Fund annually transfers a percentage of its funds into the City of Le Sueur General Fund to help reduce City taxes.
• We provide education and strategies to help citizens reduce electric power usage and support alternative energy sources.

Current customer conservation programs include:
Appliance Rebate Credits for purchasing Energy Efficient appliances and motors,
(Click here for types of Appliances and rebate credits), and
Green Power Choice option for supporting alternative energy sources every month.
(Click here to learn about "Green Power")

How You Can Help:

Be Alert:

1. Learn the basics of Electric Power Safety-both inside and outside the home.
2. During emergencies, know what to do, and what not to do.

Know (& apply) power conservation measures

1. Learn the basics of Energy Conservation.
2. Learn more about our Appliance Rebate program (Conservation Improvement Programs--CIP) and how cash rebates plus energy-use reductions can save you money!
   (Click here for types of Appliances and rebate credits).
3. Consider signing up for Green Power Choice to support alternative, renewable energy sources.
   (Click here to learn about "Green Power")

*Efficiency ratings are deemed from the CEE Premium Efficiency standards that apply to NEMA Design A & B.