Mayor Ardell Brede visits RPU Service Center

ROCHESTER, MN—Mayor Ardell Brede visited the Rochester Public Utilities (RPU) Service Center today bringing a holiday message and treats to all RPU employees. The Mayor’s mode of transportation this year was a sleigh and reindeer atop a flatbed semi-truck trailer.

Each year the Mayor visits city offices to show support and thank employees for the hard work and effort put in over the past year. As the largest city-owned electric utility in the state of Minnesota, RPU represents over 200 City of Rochester employees.

“Having the Mayor make time in his busy schedule to visit RPU says a lot for what a great Mayor the city of Rochester has. His recognition of all employees of the city of Rochester is greatly appreciated,” said RPU General Manager Larry Koshire.

Pictured: Mayor Ardell Brede and RPU General Manager Larry Koshire

Pictured: The sleigh and reindeer that brought Mayor Brede to RPU

From everyone at RPU, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season!

About Rochester Public Utilities

As the municipal utility of Rochester, Minn., for more than 110 years, RPU provides high-quality and reliable electricity to over 45,000 customers. Water customers number more than 34,000. RPU continually investigates innovative technologies to help customers realize the best value from the services they receive. Current initiatives include fuel cell research, wind power, and photovoltaic offerings.

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