CITY OF STURGIS
130 N. Nottawa
Sturgis MI 49091
269.651.2321
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ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
The Sturgis Electric Department
is comprised of four divisions: the Meter Division, Generation
Division, Line Division, and Administration. The Electric
Department has served the Sturgis area since 1896. The
Hydroelectric Dam was constructed on the St. Joseph River
in 1911. The dam is located about 2 miles north of Centreville
and is still used today to generate electricity. The Department
also operates a diesel generating plant. Combined with
the hydro, the Department can generate 10% of the needed
electrical power. The balance is purchased from American
Electric Power (AEP).
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In addition to the generation facilities, the Department operates
and maintains 28 miles of transmission facilities, 180 miles
of distribution facilities, and 12 substations. The Electric
Department creates and maintains records of underground electrical
service installations.
SERVICE
The purchased power, in combination with the Department's generation,
results in very competitive electric rates. Operation of the
facilities also provides homes, businesses, farms, social services,
and local government agencies with reliable, efficient, and
cost-effective electricity. This trend has nurtured local commerce
and helped create a great community.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Electric Department has earned a reputation of delivering
quality service, with high reliability at competitive electric
rates. This quality service is evident in the Customer Service
Department located next to the Clerk's Office in City Hall.
They are ready to assist customers with service requests and
to answer billing questions. They can be reached at (269) 659
- 7231 or (269) 659-7232.
COMMUNITY COMMITMENT
The Electric Department is a valuable asset for the City of
Sturgis. As a not-for-profit entity, electric rates cover operating
costs and capital improvements. The rates do not have to earn
a return for investors and shareholders.
The utility is locally owned and controlled. Policies and rates
are set by the Sturgis City Commission.
The workforce is made up of individuals who live in the community.
They want a system that meets the needs and expectations of
their customers and neighbors.
Even though the utility does not pay taxes, a payment in lieu
of taxes is made to the City's General Fund. This payment keeps
the Sturgis property tax rate one of the lowest in the region.
DIRECT PAYMENT NOW AVAILABLE!
The City is pleased to offer a pre-authorized, Direct Payment.
Customers no longer have to write checks or buy stamps to mail
payments to the City for electric and water/sewer bills. The
City will continue to send statements each month, but these
will simply advise those customers who choose Direct Payment
of the date of the charge and the amount. This is one way to
improve customer service. The system is proven, safe and reliable.
Customers who choose Direct Payment will be notified by statement
approximately 10 days before each charge goes through. Send
a completed form to: Customer Service, 130 N. Nottawa,
Sturgis, MI 49091.
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John Griffith - Superintendent
Phone: 269.659.7218
* Power Outages - 24 Hours
Phone: 269.659.7255
Tim Charles - Operations Manager
Phone: 269.659.7217
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