WPPI Energy Annual Meeting

September 18-20, 2024 • Glacier Canyon Lodge at The Wilderness • 45 Hillman Rd, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 

Public power employees are dedicated to the success of not only their local utility, but, at a higher level, the communities they serve. When it comes to fostering strong economies, advancing important local causes and implementing the kinds of forward-looking initiatives that make their communities great places, it is the people behind these public power utilities who help make it all happen.

It is these same public power leaders who have built WPPI into the organization it is today. Our fall annual meeting will be a gathering of all the people who are working together through joint action to help make their communities thrive.

Please join us!

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AGENDA

Wednesday, Sept. 18
9:30 a.m.    7th Annual Public Power Open – Come enjoy a nice day on the links with colleagues and friends!

This 18-hole, scramble-style event will take place at the beautiful Trapper’s Turn Golf Club in Wisconsin Dells, home of the inaugural Public Power Open in 2017. Shot-gun start is at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $73 with lunch provided

www.trappersturn.com

This year, we’re going to try a new format…a Red, White and Blue Scramble!

What is it? This format refers to the colors of the tee markers. Traditionally, golf courses had three teeing grounds noted by color:

  • Forward tees (what used to be called “ladies tees”) are red
  • Middle tees (what used to be called “men’s tees”) are white
  • Back tees (what used to be called “championship tees”) are blue

So red, white and blue equals forward, middle and back.

How do you play? All teams begin the first hole of the tournament from the middle tees (white). If the teams pars, it tees off from the middle tee (white) on the next hole. A team bogey moves up to the forward tees (red). A team birdie moves back to the rear tees (blue). This repeats each hole.

How will teams be determined this year?

  • Individuals can identify one person as a partner (if desired).
  • Foursomes will be arranged otherwise in order to mix and match players with varying skill levels.

Golfers of all skill levels are welcome! We will announce foursomes a week in advance.

5 p.m.       Welcome Reception 

Gather for refreshments between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. in the Wilderness Ballroom and Patio. Dinner will be available from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Afterwards, step outside for a bonfire on the patio!         
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Thursday, Sept. 19
7:30 a.m.       Breakfast
8:30 am.        Program Begins
11:30 a.m.      WPPI Awards Ceremony & Joint Action Leadership Certification Graduation
Nominate a deserving colleague or utility here!
Noon              LUNCH
4:00 p.m.       Adjourn

5 p.m.             Evening Reception & Dinner
7 p.m.             Entertainment: Dueling Pianos by Howl at the Moon and bonfire outside on the patio.

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Friday, Sept. 20
7 a.m.            Breakfast
8 a.m.            WPPI Board of Directors Meeting
NOON           Adjourn

 

THURSDAY PROGRAM

Shaping the Future of the Electric Industry
Brandon Delis
Director of Fleet Optimization and Environment
Electric Power Research Institute
Charlotte, NC
www.epri.com


Voter Attitudes and Top Election Issues in 2024
Insights from Marquette Law School Poll
Charles Franklin
Professor of Law and Public Policy
Marquette University
Milwaukee, Wis.
www.law.marquette.edu

 

State of WPPI in 2024
Jim Stawicki
General Manager
Sturgeon Bay Utilities
Board Chair
WPPI Energy

Mike Peters
President & CEO
WPPI Energy

 

Afternoon Program – Breakout Sessions

We are trying something different for the first part of the afternoon…breakout sessions! We will have two 40-minute sessions that will offer attendees a chance to attend presentations on the following topics:

  • Growth / Strategic Annexation
  • Geographic Information Systems
  • Governmental Relations
  • Community Development
  • Customer Insights and Responses
  • New Generation Technologies
  • New Manager Roundtable

Closing Session

Inspired Public Service
Steve Wright
Retired Electric Utility Executive

CEO
Inspired Public Service

Registration

 

Questions? Contact:
Kayla Pierce – kpierce@wppienergy.org or 608-834-4537 OR Melody Tadych – metadych@wppienergy.org or 608-834-4548

Lodging
A room block has been set up at Glacier Canyon Lodge. Booking can be done by calling  800-867-9453. Please reference Group Leader #973358.

Booking Options
The following room style(s) have been reserved:
Double Queen Sofa: Two queen-size beds and a sleeper.
Tues—Thurs: $119 per night
(Accessible Units—QQH)

2 Bedroom Deluxe Condo: Two bedrooms, full kitchen
Wed—Thurs : $159 per night

Glacier Canyon Lodge Booking Flyer