In addition to providing you with electricity and water services, we would like you to know what else you have gotten for your ownership investment. Compare these items with where your other utility dollars go and the return on investment when you pay your bill. Local Accountability CPWS board meetings are advertised in advance and open to the public. Board members are appointed by City Council and have term limits in order to give citizens a true input in their company. CPWS' water rates are approved by the Columbia City Council with opportunities for public comment.
Local ownership means local accountability, unlike giant private utilities.
Through TVA's Growth Credit Program, CPWS was able to pass thousands of dollars a month in savings to our county school system and local manufacturers. Low Cost Services TVA, our electric supplier, is one of the lowest cost providers of electricity in the country. This margin pays all operating expenses and investments. CPWS' water rates are also among the lowest in Tennessee. CPWS actively supports local Maury Alliance efforts to promote industry growth.