(STILLWATER, Okla.) – The Municipal Electric Systems of Oklahoma, Inc. (MESO) recognized Stillwater Electric Utility, the city’s electric department, for its reliability in the association’s annual Electric Operations and Reliability Competition. The department received an outstanding achievement award in the "cities over 10,000 population" category.
"Stillwater if very fortunate to have an expert team of employees who work hard day and night, rain or shine to ensure that the electric utility remains reliable and that our customers electricity needs are met," Electric Utility Director Loren Smith said.
The department delivered an exceptional Average System Availability Index (ASAI) of 99.99 percent in 2024. ASAI measures how often customers have power by comparing the number of hours when service is available to the total number of hours demanded.
"Stillwater Electric’s outstanding performance in reliability is a model for excellence in the electric utility sector,” said Cheryl Adams, MESO General Manager. “We are proud to recognize the high standard they set for our industry."
City officials emphasized the importance of the utility’s reliability to the community.
"This recognition reflects the professionalism, preparation, and pride our team brings to their work every day," City Manager Brady Moore said. "Reliable electric service is essential to our residents, businesses, and quality of life in Stillwater, and this award underscores our continued commitment to delivering dependable public power to the community."
MESO is a municipal utility trade association representing cities owning a locally controlled electric utility, generally referred to as "Public Power." The association’s member utilities provide electric services and electric power generation to some 750,000 people in Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas.
MESO’s mission is to enhance our members’ value to their customers through industry best-practice programs, training, and services. MESO serves municipal professionals through safety, job training, and professional development programs. We believe in building strong communities through a well-trained workforce.
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