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1991: The HPUC provided $200,000 in funds for the renovation of the Hibbing Memorial Building. The funds helped make the building more energy efficient. 1993: Major renovation work was done in the replacement of the original 18" water main along First Ave. The Turbine 5 Governor control was upgraded to a "fault tolerant" system. 1994: As of 1995, the HPUC was serving 3,004 natural gas; 5,651 water; 7,001 electric; and 1,411 steam customers. Also, during this year the HPUC commenced the renovation of the former CWDC building into a Service Center to house its Line Crew, Heat Crew, Water Crew, and Meter Shop. 1995: The Hibbing Public Utilities Commission celebrated its 100th anniversary. The HPUC has served Hibbing from its present location since 1919. Currently, the Hibbing Public Utilities Commission owns and operates the power plant. The Commission is made up of three citizens appointed by the Hibbing City Council, each for one three-year term. The Commission is the decision making body of the Utility, overseeing all projects and programs, reviewing and approving budget, and determining Utility projects. Over the past 100 years, the commissioners and employees have steadily increased the productivity and stability of the Utility.