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February 2025 News & Updates

Winter Water Use Impacts Sewer Fees. Did you know the amount of water you use during the December through March billing period is used to help calculate your sewer fees? The City of Omaha sets sewer use rates and is responsible for the sewer system. M.U.D. is the billing agent that invoices and collects sewer use fees and provides them back to the city. Learn more.

District Receives Upgraded Credit Rating. S&P Global Ratings upgraded the District’s credit rating on water revenue bonds from ‘AA’ to ‘AA+.’ The upgrade reflects the system’s affordable rates and comprehensive long-term planning. Read more here.

Help Heat the Streets. Join us at the 18th annual Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth on Saturday, March 1, to help raise funds for utility assistance programs. Learn more and register at heatthestreetsomaha.org.

Board Elects New Chairman. At their January meeting, the District’s Board of Directors elected Tim Cavanaugh (Subdivision 4) as board chairman. Cavanaugh was appointed to the board in 1999 and first elected in 2002. Gwen Howard (Subdivision 3) was named vice chairperson. She was first elected to the board in 2014. Howard is a retired social worker and former Nebraska State Senator.

Tim Cavanaugh
Board Chairman
Gwen Howard
Board Vice Chairperson

To find your board director or review past board meeting minutes and recordings, visit mudomaha.com/about-us/board-of-directors. The board generally meets the first Wednesday of the month and meetings are livestreamed on YouTube.

Natural Gas Rebates Available. You can save when you choose natural gas! Visit mudomaha.com/rebates for details about our rebates, including a $200 rebate for a natural gas dryer or range.