Rochester Public Utilities Hosts Open House in Celebration of Drinking Water Week

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 5, 2026

Rochester Public Utilities Hosts Open House in Celebration of Drinking Water Week

Rochester, Minn. – In honor of Drinking Water Week (May 4–10), Rochester Public Utilities (RPU) is inviting the community to a special open house event at the Apache Mall water tower and wellhouse on Friday, May 8, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.

This unique event offers a behind-the-scenes look at how RPU delivers clean, safe drinking water to more than 42,000 customers across Rochester. Guests will have the rare opportunity to step inside the Apache Mall spheroid water tower, which holds up to 500,000 gallons of water, and tour the wellhouse where the journey of water begins.

The open house is free and open to the public. RPU staff will be on hand to answer questions and explain how Rochester’s drinking water is sourced, treated, and distributed. The event is designed to be educational and engaging for all ages.

Event Details:
What: RPU Drinking Water Week Open House
When: Friday, May 8, 2026
Time: 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Where: Apache Mall Water Tower and Wellhouse

About Rochester Public Utilities
As the municipal utility of Rochester, Minn., for over 120 years, RPU has provided high-quality and reliable electricity to more than 59,000 customers, along with water services to over 42,000 customers. RPU is governed by a five-member Utility Board and the Rochester City Council. The utility continually explores innovative technologies to help customers maximize the value of the services they receive, with current initiatives including photovoltaic offerings, wind energy, energy and water-efficient equipment, and electric vehicle charging.