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Ackerman named Dawson PPD Manager of Finance and Administration
Dawson Public Power District is pleased to announce the hiring of Carmen Ackerman as Manager of Finance and Administration.
What is the distribution charge?
When some customers think of paying their electric bill, they may tend to think of the cost in kilowatt hours. However, there is more involved in the cost than just the kilowatt hours used.
Ask the board: A conversation with Dan Muhlbach
Dan Muhlbach Dawson PPD Vice President Area served: Buffalo Subdivision Years of service: 27 years Certifications: National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Credentialed Cooperative Director National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Board Leadership...
Low income home energy assistance program
LIHEAP helps low income households stay safe and healthy by providing financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and cooling. What it does Heating assistance Cooling assistance Deposit/Reconnect fee assistance Year round crisis assistance Emergency furnace...
Keep food safe when the power goes out
Severe winds, lightning and even squirrels can temporarily cause the power to go out. We understand power outages of any length can be frustrating, especially when your fridge is stocked with perishable foods.
Extended power outages are rare, but when they occur, it’s important to understand food safety measures to take to avoid illness.
Here are a few food safety tips to keep in mind before, during and after a power outage.
Boards vote to consolidate
The boards of directors of the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District and Dawson Public Power District voted Monday during a joint meeting of the boards to consolidate the two districts into a single public power and irrigation district. The consolidated entity will be called Platte River Public Power and Irrigation District (PRPPID).
Plan of Consolidation
The linked document is the Plan of Consolidation for The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District, a Nebraska public corporation and political subdivision, and Dawson Public Power District, a Nebraska public corporation and political subdivision.
Special board meeting agenda
Dawson Public Power District and The Central Nebraska Public Power District Boards of Directors will hold a special meeting on Monday, October 24, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at the Elwood Civic Center.
Convenient cash payments
Pay your bill WITH CASH* at participating local retailers *Plus a $1.50 convenience Fee. MOST participating locations will accept cash payments up to $500. Terms and conditions apply. See vanilladirect.com for details. Use the barcode on your statement or in SmartHub...
Merger documents and information
The following information is available about the potential merger between The Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District and Dawson Public Power District. Please call 308-324-2386 if you have additional questions. Consolidation Plan Schedule A - A list of...
Open house events to discuss the potential merger
The public is invited to attend one of the open house events to learn more about the potential merger. There will not be a formal presentation at the open house. Instead, guests are welcome to visit with representatives of The Central Nebraska Public Power District...
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Press Releases
2022
November 14
Ackerman named Dawson PPD Manager of Finance and Administration
October 24
Boards vote to consolidate
April 25
Miller named Dawson PPD Manager of Purchasing, Facilities and Fleet
April 11
Dawson PPD awards $1,500 STEM Scholarship to Overton student
April 11
Dawson PPD awards $2,000 Utility Line Scholarship to North Platte student
April 7
Shortages cause delays for electric customers
March 8
Dawson Public Power District Board Subdivision Boundaries Redrawn
2021
April 9
Early study results show benefits of a potential merger
March 31
Dawson PPD awards $1,500 STEM Scholarship to Cozad student
March 31
Dawson PPD awards $1,500 utility line scholarship to Callaway High School graduate
February 22
A special message from Dawson PPD’s General Manager (RE: Southwest Power Pool and rolling blackouts)
2020
November 5
Dawson PPD and the Central Nebraska Public Power & Irrigation District begin discussions
June 8
Normal bill collection procedures resume
May 1
Dawson PPD announces 2020 scholarship recipients
April 6
Dawson PPD temporarily suspends electrical disconnections for nonpayment
March 17
Dawson PPD response to the pandemic situation
January 20
Dawson PPD Board elects new officers
January 17
Upgrades to the Overton electrical grid are underway
Location
75191 Rd. 433
PO Box 777
Lexington, NE 68850
Call
(308) 324-2386
(800) 752-8305
Hours
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.