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Rolla Municipal Utilities reports second-quarter operating loss amid higher power costs and tornado expenses
Summary
RMU General Manager Rodney Bourne told the council that RMU had a 2nd-quarter operating loss of $774,648 (up $424,555 year-over-year) and a net loss through Q2 of ($4,332), attributing the decline to increased purchased power costs and expenses from the March 14 tornado.
Rolla — Rolla Municipal Utilities (RMU) presented its second-quarter financial report at the May 19 Rolla City Council meeting, reporting an operating loss and higher expenses tied to purchased power and storm-related costs.
RMU General Manager Rodney Bourne said the utility recorded an operating loss of $774,648 through the second quarter of 2025, an increase of $424,555 from the same period a year earlier. Bourne reported total operating expenses through Q2 of $18,748,450 and said the total net loss through the second quarter was ($4,332). He attributed the deterioration to higher purchased power costs and to expenses from the March 14 tornado.
Why it matters: Operating losses at a municipal utility can influence future rate-setting, capital planning and budget conversations. Council and staff will likely monitor Q3 results, purchased power contracts and recovery from storm-related damage to assess whether rate adjustments or budget changes are needed.
Next steps: The council received the report; no formal action on RMU finances was recorded at this meeting.
