Buffalo Municipal Utilities

09/04/2026

Power is back online. If you are still experiencing an outage, please call 763-682-1001 to report. It appears the culprit was due to an animal chewing something they weren't supposed to 😬 We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience!

08/28/2026

Fiber Friday!

Don't forge to get pre-signed up for service if you live in the Phase 2.5 neighborhoods!

Fiber Friday! 🎉

Phase 2.5 is underway and we're excited about all the pre-sign ups of residents ready to lock in with Fiber! If you live in the Phase 2.5 area and are interested in securing priority installation for the Fall, contact us today❗

Phone ➡ 763-684-5423
Email ➡[email protected]

Check out our website to find out when Fiber is coming to your neighborhood! ci.buffalo.mn.us/531/buffalo-fiber

08/27/2026

Track Your Water Usage! 💦

With the new My Account Portal to access your utility billing account, you can conveniently track your home’s utility usage. The portal automatically shows your electric usage, but you will need the AMI water metering system to track water. If you haven’t switched out your meter yet, we’d be happy to do that for you at no cost!

A Buffalo Municipal Utilities water technician needs to replace the water meter at your home which requires access inside the home. An appointment needs to be scheduled with you, at your property, to swap the meter❗

📆You can schedule an appointment from the available dates on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. It will last around 30 minutes, and an adult 18 years or older needs to be present.

➡To schedule an appointment, click the link below:

https://calendly.com/cityofbuffaloami/water-meter-installations?month=2025-02&date=2025-02-13

If you have any questions regarding the meter install, or would prefer to schedule via phone, you can call either 763-682-1001 or 763-682-5370.

08/25/2026

What is Power Cost Adjustment (PCA)?

The PCA is a component that reflects the fluctuations in the cost of generating electricity. The City of Buffalo's - Electric department provides a reliable distribution system, and our generated power comes from the Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (MMPA). As a responsible utility provider, we strive to ensure a stable and reliable power supply while adapting to changing market conditions. Factors such as fuel costs, transmission expenses, and regulatory requirements can influence the PCA.

It's important to note that the PCA is not a profit-generating mechanism for the utility company. Instead, it allows us to pass through the actual power generation costs, helping us maintain competitive rates.

08/24/2026

City Offices Closing Early – Wednesday, August 26

All City of Buffalo offices will close at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, August 26, for a City of Buffalo Employee Appreciation Picnic.

City offices will reopen at our normal hours on Thursday, August 27.

Thank you for your understanding, as we celebrate our dedicated City employees.

08/21/2026

Fiber Friday! 🎉

Phase 2.5 is underway and we're excited about all the pre-sign ups of residents ready to lock in with Fiber! If you live in the Phase 2.5 area and are interested in securing priority installation for the Fall, contact us today❗

Phone ➡ 763-684-5423
Email ➡[email protected]

Check out our website to find out when Fiber is coming to your neighborhood! ci.buffalo.mn.us/531/buffalo-fiber

08/19/2026

Great Outdoor Fair is 1-month from today!

Date: Saturday, September 19th
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Sturges Park
Cost: FREE
There are so many activities and presentations scheduled for a day of fun, learning, and enjoying the great outdoors. Check out the flyer for all the details.

Blooming Buffalo Plant sale items this year will be picked up at the Great Outdoor Fair. You can still place your order until Monday, September 7th. Order here: https://mnlcorp.com/product/blooming-buffalo/

If you have any questions, feel free to give Cara a call at 763-684-5432

08/19/2026

The Buffalo Municipal Utilities Commission meets on the third Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 212 Central Ave (with some date exceptions for holidays). This recap is designed to share the decisions made by the Commission.

For more detail, please check our website and review the official minutes or watch the meeting online: https://www.ci.buffalo.mn.us/AgendaCenter

08/19/2026

Thanks, Cara, for leading this Tot Spot event at the Buffalo Area Community Center and sharing your knowledge with our little residents🙂

A big THANK YOU to Cara with Buffalo Municipal Utilities for hosting Tot Spot today! 🐝🦋💧

Our little explorers had so much fun learning about pollinators and creating their very own pollinator water stations to take home! 🌼 The kids loved getting creative while learning how something so simple can help give butterflies and bees a safe place to stop for a drink.

Thank you, Cara and Buffalo Municipal Utilities, for bringing such a fun, hands-on learning experience to Tot Spot! 💚 We loved having you!

Join us every Tuesday at 10am for Tot Spot.