CU Information Spotlight

CU Information
City Utilities of Springfield (CU) is a progressive, community-owned utility serving southwest Missouri with electricity, natural gas, water, telecommunications and transit services. CU’s 106,000 customers enjoy utility prices among the lowest in the United States, the convenience of one bill for all utilities, and dependable hometown services delivered with a personal touch.

Board of Public Utilities
CU is governed by an 11-member Board of Public Utilities, nine who are customers inside the city and two who are customers outside the city. Board members are appointed by the Springfield City Council to serve three-year terms. The Board makes policy decisions for CU and appoints the General Manager, who is the Chief Executive Officer.

CU Citizens’ Advisory Council
This cross-section of community leaders acts as a liaison between the community and the Board and management staff of City Utilities. The Council also acts as a representative for utility customers, encouraging participation in the utility’s decision-making process and bringing recommendations to the Board of Public Utilities to better serve our customers.

Quick Facts
Facts and figures about City Utilities and the electricity, natural gas, water and transit systems.