Proactive maintenance programs reduce outages and strengthen storm readiness With winter around the corner, Clarksdale Public Utilities assures customers that preparing for ice storms and other major weather events is a year-round effort. “Those of us who lived through the ‘94 ice storm will never forget it, including several CPU employees who were part of…
CPU provides safety tips to prevent electrical and fire hazards The holidays wouldn’t be the same without twinkling lights and Christmas trees, but these favorite traditions can also create hazards. That’s why Clarksdale Public Utilities is sharing tips to help customers decorate safely and prevent accidents and injuries. “Brightening our community with holiday lights is…
CPU works every day to improve safety, efficiency and quality of life in Clarksdale Clarksdale Public Utilities has always been committed to delivering reliable, affordable utility services — but there is more to CPU’s mission than meets the eye. From maintaining streetlights and repairing fire hydrants to powering municipal offices, CPU serves a variety of…
Plant Manager Bernice Jones invests 40-year career in serving CPU customers Customers of Clarksdale Public Utilities can have peace of mind knowing that Bernice Jones is managing operations at CPU’s Wastewater Treatment Plant on Sunflower Avenue. Jones, who celebrated her 40th anniversary with CPU in August, started as a lab technician trainee in 1979 and…
Better communication is part of “Bright Future” initiative to improve service In keeping with its commitment to open and transparent communications, Clarksdale Public Utilities is providing customers with more specifics about monthly bills, including the fuel adjustment charge associated with their electric service. “Communicating more with customers is an important step in building confidence in…
Customers can manage energy costs this summer by following a few simple strategies Summer heat in Mississippi can get out of control, but that doesn’t mean your cooling bills have to. Clarksdale Public Utilities wants to help customers manage cooling costs this summer by sharing several tips they can use to save energy and money…
Improved customer portal offers more options to manage accounts and pay bills Most people don’t look forward to Mondays, but Clarksdale Public Utilities is turning that around on Monday, June 10, when its PowerLine option goes live at www.cdpu.net. PowerLine is CPU’s upgraded online portal that provides customers more account features to help them better…
On Wednesday, May 15th, 2019, between the hours of 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, the CPU Phone system, Kiosk, the Outage Reporting System, and the Online Payment System will be out of order for service. In the event of an outage or an emergency, please call (662) 902-1322. ***THIS WILL NOT AFFECT ANY SERVICES AT…
Vegetation management is part of utility’s robust preventive maintenance program CLARKSDALE – Tree-lined streets are part of Clarkdale’s beauty and charm, but trees also pose problems and even hazards when they grow too close to power lines. That’s why Clarksdale Public Utilities conducts tree-trimming operations year-round to keep electricity flowing safely and reliably to customers’…
Customers invited to 120th anniversary reception from 2-4 p.m. at CPU’s office Customers of Clarksdale Public Utilities will be the guests of honor during a “Bright Future” celebration recognizing CPU’s 120th anniversary of serving the community. Area residents and business owners are invited to drop by the utility’s main office at 416 Third Street on…