Fueling Brownsville's Growth Since 1960
For over six decades, BPUB has been the driving force behind the infrastructure of the southernmost tip of Texas. Formally chartered by the city in 1960, we are dedicated to providing reliable electrical, water, and wastewater solutions to our expanding community.
As a Municipally Owned Utility (MOU), we are ranked among the largest in the state and nation. We take pride in setting the standard for customer-focused operations, ensuring that the value we create stays right here in the Brownsville area.
Governance & Leadership
We operate under a charter that delegates the management and control of the city’s combined utility systems to the BPUB Board of Directors. This ensures local accountability and community representation.
The Board consists of seven members:
- Six members appointed by the City Commission to four-year terms.
- The city's mayor, serving as the seventh member (ex-officio).
- Learn more about BPUB leadership
Our Vision
Empowering greater Brownsville's future through exceptional utility services, community leadership, and operational excellence.
Our Mission
To deliver safe, reliable, and affordable utility services that empower our community, champion growth, and are guided by operational excellence, financial strength, transparency, and strong leadership.
These commitments are the foundation of BPUB's Strategic Plan, which guides our priorities and investments through 2030.
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Service Territory
BPUB serves the greater Brownsville area, extending services to meet the needs of our growing city limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ).