municipal utilities

Municipal utilities are local government agencies responsible for providing essential services like water, electricity, natural gas, and waste management to residents and businesses within a specific community or city. They operate as public entities, ensuring reliable, affordable, and regulated services that support daily life and community health. Funded primarily through service charges and taxes, municipal utilities often prioritize community welfare and infrastructure maintenance over profit. They are accountable to local residents and governments, and their goal is to serve public interests efficiently and sustainably.