The Board of Water & Light is a municipally owned public utility, not a private, investor-owned utility. Our roots go back to 1885, when Lansing citizens approved a $100,000 bond issue to build a water system to provide for drinking water and fire protection. Electricity was added to our list of utility services in 1892, and steam heat in 1919. We sell no stock, pay no dividends and make no profit.
Unlike investor-owned utilities, our rates are not set or regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission. They are established by our governing body, our Board of Commissioners. The BWL Board of Commissioners is made up of eight Lansing residents, each appointed for a four-year term on the board by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council. Commissioners serve without pay.
Meetings of the Board of Commissioners are open to the public and are held every other month, usually on the fourth Tuesday. The meetings are held at 5:30pm at the BWL Headquarters, REO Town Depot, located at 1201 S. Washington Ave., Lansing, MI 48910.
Owned and operated by hometown people, the BWL has grown to become the third largest electric utility in the state, the largest municipally owned utility in Michigan, plus a major employer in the Lansing area. By owning the BWL, our customers enjoy electric rates that are the lowest in the state, averaging 20 percent or more below the average rates of other utilities in Michigan.
This is the real return on investment, our owners receive a financially healthy utility with low rates and high reliability.
We're going to help our northern Michigan friends! This morning BWL line crews prepared to head toward Alpena to help the restoration efforts after they experienced a huge ice storm. Safe travels to our crews and as always, we're proud to serve #PublicPower!
We're rounding out our Women's History Month celebration with a new blog about determination, perseverance and a 40 year career history at BWL with Director of Operations Process Support Lynn McKinstry! https://lnkd.in/d73MaFKT
We’re excited to recognize Joe Dyer, a water warrior who's served in the water sector for 30 years! His efforts and knowledge help to ensure safe and affordable drinking water for the Lansing Board of Water & Light and Greater Lansing area!
A huge THANK YOU to the incredible professionals who joined us at Everett High School today for our JA Career Speaker Event! Your time, insights, and passion for your careers made a lasting impact on the students.
Special thanks to:
🔹 Sharon Lane – Lansing Board of Water & Light
🔹 Ben Miller – Comcast
🔹 Allison Reed – Crossroads Nutrition, LLC
🔹 Amirika Richardson – Capital Area Michigan Works!
🔹 David Odom – Lansing Fire Dept.
🔹 Deputy Anthony Jones & Deputy Trenten Ernst – Ingham County Sheriff's Office
🔹 Gita Mahabir-Kohlsmith – Mahabir Wellness
🔹 Marc Fennell – LCC Fire Science
Your experience and advice inspire the next generation to explore their futures with confidence! #ThankYou#CareerInspiration#JuniorAchievement#JACareerSpeakers
Together, we’re building a healthier, more informed community one flush at a time. Learn more about our Drinking Water School Flushing program in our newest blog: https://lnkd.in/eijeNw6s.
In celebration of Womens' History Month, we held a panel with some of our most storied ladies at BWL. They share a combined total of over 100 years of rich career history here, moving through the ranks and contributing a wealth of knowledge to the BWL and their departments.
BWL's Work Management Department touches all facets of the company and goes above and beyond to make an impact in the community, too! Read all about them in our newest blog at https://lnkd.in/ezHcCs5C.
