Tillamook Coast Life Blog
Tillamook PUD
Electricity was a luxury that very few Oregon residents had in the early 1930s. Many private electric companies were not interested in building facilities to reach rural customers. As such, Tillamook PUD was formed by a majority vote of the people on July 23, 1933, becoming Oregon’s first People’s Utility District. However, many unfortunate situations delayed the connection of the PUD’s first customers until October 1946. From there, construction of electric facilities rapidly took place and by the end of 1952, Tillamook PUD was serving 3,206 customers. Tillamook PUD has seen many changes through the years. In fact, the main headquarters brick building you see today, where the vibrant quilt block is displayed, was constructed in the mid-1980s after a fire destroyed the previous headquarters building. Though change is continuous, one key element to Tillamook PUD’s operations has always remained constant and that is its mission to provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to the customers and community they serve. Tillamook PUD is pleased to be a part of Tillamook’s rich history and looks forward to evolving with the community as it continues to grow.
