Indianola Municipal Utilities

10/23/2026

Sometimes, getting an early start on making sure IMU equipment is ready for the day can have it’s benefits….there is nothing quite like the sunrise over our East Iowa Substation!

10/23/2026

Keep an eye on your mailbox! The latest Indianola Municipal Utilities newsletter is arriving soon right alongside your monthly invoice.

Here is a quick look at what’s inside:
-Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): Important details on how to apply if you need assistance with winter heating bills.
-Grease Fire Safety: Essential safety tips to keep your kitchen safe ahead of the holiday cooking season.
-IMU Word Search: A fun puzzle included in the paper edition to test your skills!

If you’ve already opted for paperless billing, don’t worry—you won't miss out. We will be sharing all of this important information right here on Facebook and on our website.

Want to simplify your bills and save money? Switch to paperless billing today to save $1.25 on your bill every month! Simply log into your online account to update your preferences.

10/21/2026

IMU will be running a turbine generator for testing this afternoon from approximately 12:30 to 3:30.

Send a message to learn more

10/06/2026

Known water main break 400 block of S Howard. Water techs are in route to fix the break. No eta at this time.

10/06/2026

Together, we can help keep our community warm! Consider signing up for Project Share, a voluntary program created to assist local families and individuals in need with paying their winter energy bills.

You can easily make a difference by adding a regular monthly contribution to your utility bill or by making a direct donation. Your donation will go directly toward helping local neighbors who need a hand.

Sign up to donate or learn more about how you can help here: https://www.indianola.com/about/utility-programs/project-share

10/02/2026

Our electric department has helped a few Iowa communities through participation in Mutual Aid through Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities

So has our water department! The water mutual aid program is run through the Iowa Water and Wastewater Agency Response Network www.iawarn.org

The City of Carlisle, Iowa has been battling water troubles and has asked for some help.

We're sending one of our best beards, with Trystan attached, to help get the water flowing.

Best Wishes to Carlisle, help is on the way!

10/01/2026

Time to get creative! Grab our spooky splashy Halloween coloring page, bring your finished masterpiece into the IMU office, and pick up a fun treat from us!

Download your page here: https://www.indianola.com/news/halloween-coloring-contest

09/28/2026

Need help with your winter heating costs? The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program designed to aid qualifying low-income Iowa households—both homeowners and renters—with a portion of their residential heating bills.

If you need assistance, application windows for the upcoming season open soon. Households with a member who is 60 or older, disabled, or facing a crisis can begin applying on October 1st. Applications open to all other qualifying households on a first-come, first-served basis starting November 1st through April 30th.

See the details and how to apply here: https://www.indianola.com/news/low-income-home-energy-assistance-program-liheap-3

09/23/2026

Check your mailbox! The September IMU Newsletter will arrive with your monthly invoice, packed with important community updates.

Read up on the LIHEAP energy assistance program—priority applications open October 1, with general applications opening November 1. If you're looking to give back, consider donating to Project Share to help local neighbors in need pay their utility bills. Plus, kids won't want to miss our Halloween Coloring Page—bring your colored picture into the IMU office to pick up a fun treat!

If you've opted for paperless billing, don't worry, all of these articles will be popping up on our page and website soon!

09/18/2026

Indianola Municipal Utilities is taking bids on a 2014 F550 Super Duty truck with a Versalift
boom (Model SST40EIH-01).
6.8L V10 Gas Motor
GVWR 19,500 pounds
73,989 Miles (Currently)
Automatic with 4-Wheel Drive
Fiberglass Equipment Body
Dielectric Testing Completed Every Year
Has Outriggers
Minimum Bid $25,000
Truck can be seen at 210 West 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA 50125. Truck will be locked up. If you would like
to look inside the truck, you would need to schedule a time during our normal business hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Bids can be submitted the following ways:
Mail: Indianola Municipal Utilities, 210 West 2nd Ave, Indianola, IA 50125
Email: [email protected]
Dropped Off: IMU Customer Service Center, 210 West 2nd Ave. Indianola, IA 50125
Bids need to include: Name, address, phone number and bid amount.
Bids must be received and in IMU’s possession by September 21, 2026 at 1:00 pm.
The successful bidder must pay IMU by September 24, 2026. Payment can be in the form of cash or
cashier’s check that’s issued directly to Indianola Municipal Utilities.
IMU has the right to reject any and all bids.