McMinnville Water & Light

What's on your project list this year? New windows or doors? Insulation? Replacing a furnace with a heat pump? Did you know that we have rebates available for those energy-efficiency projects?
💰 How much can you save? Depending on income and project details, BPA heat pump rebates range from $920 to $9,000, plus you might qualify for an extra $1,500 from MW&L. Additional MW&L enhancements are also available for window/door replacements and attic, floor, and wall insulation. (Rebates can’t exceed total project cost.)
📞 Want to see if you qualify? Call 503‑435‑3115 to get details and pre‑approval before starting your project. Learn more on our website: https://www.mc-power.com/energy-efficiency/residential-energy-program/

Don't let the recent weather fool you — a hot, dry summer is on the horizon, and according to experts, because of record low snowpack, wildfire concerns are more heightened than usual this year. Please be extra diligent to keep our communities safe:
• Use extra caution with anything that can spark a fire — campfires, grills, yard equipment, and towing chains.
• Always follow local burn bans and fire‑safety guidelines.
• Keep a “go bag” ready with essentials like medications, important documents, clothing, water, and a phone charger.
• Make an evacuation plan with your household so everyone knows what to do if a fire threatens your area.
A little preparation now can make a big difference later. Let’s all stay alert, safe, and protect Oregon together. Learn more at ready.gov/kit.

Irrigation season is upon us! The state of Oregon requires that all backflow assemblies be tested once each calendar year by a certified tester.
A few of the systems requiring backflow protection are underground irrigation sprinklers, boilers, fire sprinkler systems, and properties with wells. Read more about backflow and find a list of certified testers on our website. Thanks for doing your part to keep our drinking water safe!
https://www.mc-power.com/water/water-quality/backflow-prevention/

¡Ya ha llegado la temporada de riego! El estado de Oregón exige que todos los dispositivos de prevención de reflujo sean sometidos a prueba una vez al año natural por un técnico certificado.
Algunos de los sistemas que requieren protección contra reflujo son los aspersores de riego subterráneo, las calderas, los sistemas de rociadores contra incendios y las propiedades que cuentan con pozos. Obtenga más información sobre el reflujo y consulte una lista de técnicos certificados en nuestro sitio web. ¡Gracias por hacer su parte para mantener segura nuestra agua potable!

https://www.mc-power.com/water/water-quality/backflow-prevention/

Retired MW&L Commissioner Tom Tankersley is this year's recipient of the Northwest Public Power Association's William McCrorie Distinguished Service Award, which honors individuals who have served the interest of public power and NWPPA in an outstanding manner. Tankersley served on the McMinnville Water & Light Commission for 35 years, including 33 years as commission chair. He retired Dec. 31, 2025, as the utility’s second-longest-serving commissioner. Tankersley spearheaded some of MW&L’s most significant events. He also was involved with multiple boards and committees, and served on the NWPPA Board of Trustees from 2022 through 2025. Congratulations, Tom!

McMinnville Water & Light welcomed our newest commissioner, Andrew Anderson, to his first official meeting last week. Anderson replaced Adam Garvin, who resigned after being hired as McMinnville's city manager. Read more about Anderson on our website: https://www.mc-power.com/staff-directory/andrew-anderson/

On this Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage, their sacrifice, and the families who carry their stories remind us of the true cost of freedom.
Our office is closed today for the holiday, but we reopen tomorrow at 7:30 a.m. Remember that our new location is 340 NE Kirby St. If you need to submit a payment over the weekend, our drop box in the parking lot at 2nd and Cowls, or we have other payment options: https://www.mc-power.com/my-account/payment-options/.
To report a power outage, call 503-472-6158.

MW&L is hiring a Substation Wireman in the Electric Division. The Substation Wireman is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and modification of electrical equipment within high-voltage power substations and switchyards. Review the job description and other details on our website.

MW&L está contratando un electricista de subestaciones para la División Eléctrica. El electricista de subestaciones es responsable de la instalación, el mantenimiento, la reparación y la modificación de equipos eléctricos dentro de subestaciones de energía de alta tensión y patios de maniobras. Consulte la descripción del puesto y otros detalles en nuestro sitio web.

https://www.mc-power.com/about-us/careers/current-openings/

We will be closed from noon to 1:30 p.m. today so our employees can enjoy a lunch to celebrate Public Works Week. Thank your public works workers for all they do this week!