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Florida Municipal Electric Association Announces Member Awards at Annual Banquet
Florida Municipal Electric Association Announces Member Awards at Annual Banquet

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) last night announced the recipients of its member awards, including the E.C. Shreve, Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award, Member of the Year, Policymaker Award, Utility Award of Excellence and Associate Member of the Year. The awards, which were... Continue Reading

Date posted07/16/2026


FMPA Recognizes Municipal Utilities with Annual Reliability Awards
FMPA Recognizes Municipal Utilities with Annual Reliability Awards

Eighteen utilities honored for their achievements in providing reliable energy Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) recognized municipal electric utilities with Florida Public Power Reliability Awards, honoring the utilities’ achievements in delivering reliable electricity to their... Continue Reading

Date posted07/16/2026


Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committees
Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committees

Committees foster relationships and improve FMPA services Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida re-elected officers this afternoon to lead two of Florida Municipal Power Agency’s committees – the Member Services Advisory Committee (MSAC) and the Policy Makers... Continue Reading

Date posted07/16/2026


Florida Municipal Electric Association Installs New Slate of Officers at 2026 Annual Conference
Florida Municipal Electric Association Installs New Slate of Officers at 2026 Annual Conference

At a meeting held during its annual conference in Palm Beach, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today installed a new slate of officers to preside over the organization’s board of directors. Serving as the executive leadership team of the board are President Steve Langley,... Continue Reading

Date posted07/15/2026


Florida Municipal Power Agency Board of Directors Elects Officers
Florida Municipal Power Agency Board of Directors Elects Officers

Florida public officials and utility managers to lead wholesale power provider for 2026-2027 Managers and public officials from public power utilities throughout Florida elected five officers to lead a statewide wholesale power agency in 2026-2027. Elections for the Florida Municipal Power... Continue Reading

Date posted07/15/2026


Information Security Analyst - KUA
Information Security Analyst - KUA

General Definition of Work Performs technical and analytical work in support of the organization’s cyber and physical security programs. Assists in defending the enterprise network by monitoring alerts, conducting vulnerability assessments, responding to security incidents, and... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted07/15/2026


Network Administrator - KUA
Network Administrator - KUA

General Definition of Work Supports, administers, and optimizes internal and external data, wireless, and telephony networks. Responsible for maintaining network systems, applications, configurations, and security controls to ensure high availability, performance, reliability, and protection... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted07/15/2026


Assistant to Vice President or Assistant to Vice President, CAP - KUA
Assistant to Vice President or Assistant to Vice President, CAP - KUA

General Definition of Work Assistant to Vice President A senior administrative position. Performs skilled, specialized administrative work for one or more KUA executives and executes related business administration tasks as assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted07/15/2026


Supervisor of Utility Billing & Collections - KUA
Supervisor of Utility Billing & Collections - KUA

General Definition of Work This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of utility billing and collections operations, requiring a comprehensive and detailed understanding of customer service practices within a utility environment. The role ensures the... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted07/15/2026


Substation Protection and Control Engineer - GRU
Substation Protection and Control Engineer - GRU

The Substation Protection & Control Engineer provides engineering support for planning, design, operation, maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of the protection & control schemes for the utility’s power substation. This position supports the protection &... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted07/15/2026


Operational Technology Network Analyst Lead - GRU
Operational Technology Network Analyst Lead - GRU

This position provides leadership and performs advanced, complex technical and analytical work to support a robust multi-facility SmartGrid environment. Work is performed on-site and off-site in a secure, monitored 24/7/365 environment. This role supports the reliability, cybersecurity,... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted07/15/2026


KUA Adopts $328 Million Budget
KUA Adopts $328 Million Budget

On Wednesday, the Kissimmee Utility Authority board of directors approved a $328 million operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2027. The vote came after board discussions and a public hearing on the budget. The $328 million budget includes $153 million for fuel and purchased power, which... Continue Reading

Date posted07/8/2026