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KUA Welcomes New 2025 Board Member
KUA Welcomes New 2025 Board Member

The Kissimmee City Commission last Tuesday appointed Michele Lebron to a five-year term on the Kissimmee Utility Authority board of directors. Lebron is a 13-year resident of Kissimmee and the owner and managing attorney at Lebron Law, PLLC in Kissimmee. Lebron earned her Juris Doctor from Barry... Continue Reading

Date posted06/12/2025


Jacksonville City Council Recognizes JEA Lineworkers
Jacksonville City Council Recognizes JEA Lineworkers

On Tuesday, Jacksonville City Council honored JEA lineworkers for earning top honors at the 2025 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo. In March, JEA teams won awards in six categories at the annual competition, held in Roseville, Calif. The event brought together electric lineworkers from 52 public... Continue Reading

Date posted06/10/2025


Moody's Ratings Upgrades Lake Worth Beach, FL's Utility Revenue Rating to A1
Moody's Ratings Upgrades Lake Worth Beach, FL's Utility Revenue Rating to A1

Article reposted from Moody's Rating press release. Assigns A1 to Utility Revenue Bonds Moody's Ratings (Moody's) has assigned an A1 rating to the City of Lake Worth Beach, Florida's approximately $51.5 million Consolidated Utility Revenue Bonds, Series 2025. Additionally, we have upgraded the... Continue Reading

Date posted06/9/2025


FCCMA Podcast: Randy Knight–Powering the Future: How Winter Park Took Charge of Its Electric Utility
FCCMA Podcast: Randy Knight–Powering the Future: How Winter Park Took Charge of Its Electric Utility

Podcast reposted with permission from The FCCMA Podcast by the Florida City and County Management Association. The FCCMA Podcast Episode #178Listen to the podcast here. In this episode of the FCCMA Podcast, host Steve Vancore speaks with Randy Knight, City Manager of Winter Park, about the... Continue Reading

Date posted06/4/2025


Finalists Named for KUA Board
Finalists Named for KUA Board

The Kissimmee Utility Authority board of directors interviewed eight applicants on Wednesday to fill an upcoming vacancy on the five-member volunteer utility board. The new board member will replace outgoing director Ethel Urbina, who has served on the board since 2013. The KUA board interviewed... Continue Reading

Date posted05/8/2025


OUC Announces Leadership Changes: Luz Aviles and Jenise Osani Take on New Roles
OUC Announces Leadership Changes: Luz Aviles and Jenise Osani Take on New Roles

Strategic Appointments to Drive Innovation and Customer Engagement Luz Aviles has been appointed Vice President of Marketing and New Products and Jenise Osani has been appointed Vice President of Customer Experience & Sales for the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC—The Reliable One),... Continue Reading

Date posted04/22/2025


Leesburg Will Give Away Trees for Arbor Day
Leesburg Will Give Away Trees for Arbor Day

The City of Leesburg will give away 125 trees next week to recognize Arbor Day and mark the city’s 23rd year as a member of the Arbor Day Foundation Tree City USA program. The giveaway will be held at the Venetian Center, 1 Dozier Court, on Thursday, April 24th from 3:00pm to 6:00pm or until... Continue Reading

Date posted04/15/2025


OUC, AdventHealth & Comcast NBCUniversal Unveil Largest Solar Energy Center in Utility's History
OUC, AdventHealth & Comcast NBCUniversal Unveil Largest Solar Energy Center in Utility's History

Harmony II and Storey Bend Solar Energy Centers Will Double OUC’s Solar Capacity OUC – The Reliable One recently celebrated the grand opening of the largest solar energy center in its history. The 149-megawatt (MW) project, located east of St. Cloud on two separate 600+-acre sites,... Continue Reading

Date posted04/10/2025


OUC Recognized as a ‘2024 Customer Champion' in Annual Study
OUC Recognized as a ‘2024 Customer Champion' in Annual Study

The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) has been recognized as a '2024 Customer Champion' among U.S. energy providers, reaffirming its reputation as an industry leader. Conducted by Escalent, a leading advisory firm specializing in human behavior and data analytics, the Cogent Syndicated 2024... Continue Reading

Date posted03/28/2025


JEA Board Approves Rate Adjustments
JEA Board Approves Rate Adjustments

The JEA board of directors on Tuesday approved incremental adjustments to electric, water and sewer rates. The rate changes will allow JEA to continue investing in sustainability, new technologies and infrastructure while keeping rates among the lowest in the state. JEA also is making significant... Continue Reading

Date posted03/25/2025


KUA Recognized with State, National Safety Awards
KUA Recognized with State, National Safety Awards

KUA was among 17 Florida public power utilities to receive a Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) Safety Award, which recognizes utilities’ commitment to safety, earning second place in the category with other similar-sized utilities. The award was presented at the Florida Lineman... Continue Reading

Date posted03/12/2025


Alberto J. “A.J.” Souto Promoted to JEA Treasurer
Alberto J. “A.J.” Souto Promoted to JEA Treasurer

JEA has promoted Alberto J. “A.J.” Souto to serve as treasurer for the municipally-owned utility. He joined JEA more than two years ago and has served as manager of debt capital markets for the past year. Souto will work to ensure the long-term financial viability of JEA through... Continue Reading

Date posted03/11/2025