The Utilities are owned and controlled by the citizens of Auburn and, because they are not-for-profit, all the economic benefits produced at home stay at home. Local control gives the customers an active voice in policies affecting rates, service and operation.   For more information about Public Power click link below.

The modified activated sludge Wastewater Treatment Plant became operational in 1966. Wastewater is effectively treated before it is delivered to the Little Nemaha River.

In 2001, BPW completed flood proofing the Wastewater Treatment Plant above the 500-year flood elevation.  An additional 2.64 acres of land was purchased, which more than doubled the plant's size.  Total project cost, including land acquisition was $319,043.  A grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency paid approximately 75% of the cost.  This should allow BPW to expand the plant at this site and meet Auburn's wastewater needs for the next 50 years, before additional land is needed.

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Average Residential Customer's monthly bill for 2007 = $13.96

Average (all sewer customers) monthly bill for 2007 = $17.09