Mission & Values

Our Vision We Will Set the Standard for Service

RPU, a division of the City of Rochester, MN, is the largest municipal utility in the state of Minnesota. RPU serves 61,000 electric customers and 42,000 water customers. As a municipal utility, RPU returns funds back to the city of Rochester each year in the form of "in lieu of tax payments."

Our Core Values

• Safety: Protect every individual

• Integrity: Demonstrate honestly, respect, and good faith

• Service: Leave every individual with a positive impression

• Stewardship: Protect our environment through the wise use of resources

• Accountability: Take ownership and responsibility for actions and outcomes

• Skill: Improve our own and others’ abilities and knowledge