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FMEA Welcomes New Associate Members: August 2026
FMEA Welcomes New Associate Members: August 2026

Join FMEA in welcoming our new associate members to the Florida public power community. Please always remember the companies who support FMEA and the Florida public power community first when you need to purchase goods or services. D&T Power LLCAt D&T Power, we deliver a full range of... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted08/28/2026


Florida Public Power Organizations Honor Lineworkers on Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day
Florida Public Power Organizations Honor Lineworkers on Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today recognize Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day – a day to show gratitude to the people who risk their lives daily to ensure reliable delivery of electricity throughout the Sunshine... Continue Reading

Date posted08/26/2026


JEA Employee Receives Statewide Professional Excellence Award
JEA Employee Receives Statewide Professional Excellence Award

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) presented JEA Vegetative Management Specialist Senior Joe Anderson with the association’s Professional Excellence Award during today’s JEA Board of Directors meeting. Anderson is the inaugural recipient of FMEA’s award,... Continue Reading

Date posted08/25/2026


Electric Line Worker 1 - City of Newberry
Electric Line Worker 1 - City of Newberry

The City of Newberry is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Electric Line Worker I to join our electric utility team. This journey-level position is ideal for an experienced line worker who takes pride in quality work, values teamwork, and understands the responsibility that comes with keeping a... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted08/25/2026


Water Operator I - City of Newberry
Water Operator I - City of Newberry

The City of Newberry is seeking a skilled Water Operator I to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water distribution system. This position performs hands-on field work, operates heavy equipment, responds to routine and emergency system needs, and helps ensure safe... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted08/25/2026


Senior Planner - City of Newberry
Senior Planner - City of Newberry

The City of Newberry is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking planning professional to help shape one of Florida's fastest-growing communities. As Senior Planner, you'll play a key role in guiding responsible growth through development review, long-range planning, policy... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted08/25/2026


Permit Technician I - City of Newberry
Permit Technician I - City of Newberry

The City of Newberry is seeking an enthusiastic Permit Technician I to join our Building Department. As a key point of contact for residents, contractors, and City staff, this position helps guide customers through the permitting process while providing the responsive, helpful service our... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted08/25/2026


Clark, Urbanski, and Wells Sworn Into Office
Clark, Urbanski, and Wells Sworn Into Office

On Monday, August 24, Utility Board members Mona C. Clark, Tim Urbanski, and Steve Wells were sworn into office by Key West City Clerk Keri O’Brien in the Chamber Room of the City of Key West’s City Hall on White Street. Clark has served on the Board since 2004. She holds the... Continue Reading

Date posted08/24/2026


FPUA Celebrates Completion of Inaugural Organization-Wide Internship Program
FPUA Celebrates Completion of Inaugural Organization-Wide Internship Program

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority recently completed its 2026 Summer Internship Program, marking the conclusion of FPUA’s first organization-wide internship cohort.During the 12-week program, five interns worked alongside FPUA employees, contributed to active projects and gained firsthand... Continue Reading

Date posted08/21/2026


JEA to Help Customers in Need with $5,000 Contribution from Kubra
JEA to Help Customers in Need with $5,000 Contribution from Kubra

The JEA Neighbor to Neighbor Fund received a $5,000 contribution from longtime service provider KUBRA to help provide financial assistance to customers who are experiencing hardship. Leaders from KUBRA announced the contribution and spent time meeting with customers during Senior Day at JEA. ... Continue Reading

Date posted08/20/2026


PSC Approves JEA’s Need for Power for Combined Cycle Plant
PSC Approves JEA’s Need for Power for Combined Cycle Plant

Today, the Florida Public Service Commission approved JEA’s need for additional power to support construction of the combined-cycle SJRPP 3 plant. This approval represents a significant milestone in the project development process, and the new plant remains on schedule to come online in... Continue Reading

Date posted08/18/2026


FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for July 2026
FMEA Releases Monthly Bill Comparison Report for July 2026

FMEA’s Electric Bill Comparison for July 2026 shows the average bills of public power utilities across Florida are among the lowest in the state, coming in at an average of $22.37 lower than the average bills of other utilities per 1,000 kWh. Overall, out of fifteen ranked categories, the... Continue Reading

Postedby Heather Grant
Date posted08/18/2026