Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. Arguing that a new Florida law violates First Amendment and other constitutional rights, a non-profit group and Alachua County residents have filed a federal-court challenge to an overhaul of the electric utility in the... Continue Reading
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Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed eight bills, including measures that will overhaul a Gainesville-area utility and make a series of hurricane-related changes. The utility bill (HB 1645) will create the Gainesville Regional... Continue Reading
Acquisitions to further Agency’s mission to provide low-cost power Florida Municipal Power Agency (All-Requirements Power Supply Project) is pleased to announce that the Agency (FMPA) has entered into agreements to acquire three plants, comprising approximately 339 megawatts (MW) of natural... Continue Reading
Today marks the 122nd anniversary of municipally-owned electric service in Kissimmee. “For 122 years, we’ve been keeping the lights on for our community, and we couldn’t be more proud,” said Brian Horton, KUA President and General Manager. “We will forever embrace... Continue Reading
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer proclaims June 26 as ‘OUC 100th Anniversary Day’ Earlier today, Monday, 6/26, the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC—The Reliable One) was honored for a century of reliable service to Central Florida with a proclamation declaring "OUC 100th Anniversary... Continue Reading
Awards recognize contributions to public power and their communities Two Florida public power leaders were recognized today by the American Public Power Association (APPA) for their contributions to the public power industry and their service to their communities. Receiving national awards today... Continue Reading
Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. After debate during this year’s legislative session about placing additional restrictions on municipal utilities, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday formally received a bill that would overhaul the utility in the Gainesville... Continue Reading
As temperatures continue to rise, Ocala Electric Utility (OEU) offers a few simple tips to keep homes cool and electric costs down. Keep thermostats set no lower than 78 degrees when home. Keep thermostats set at a minimum of 83 degrees or higher when away from home for more than four hours.... Continue Reading
Reginald Hardee took the oath of office on Wednesday, June 7, as a returning member of the Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) board of directors. This appointment marks Hardee's third to the KUA board; his first appointment was in October 2007. On May 16, 2023, Reginald Hardee was appointed by the... Continue Reading
Customers may experience brief rolling brownouts throughout the day Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) is installing infrastructure improvements for electric grid resiliency in advance of hurricane season on Monday (May 22, 2023). During the scheduled installation, commercial and... Continue Reading
Partnership enables utilities to maximize efforts in providing affordable, reliable and clean power JEA has joined the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA), making it the 33rd municipal electric utility to become a member of the Orlando-based wholesale power. The partnership will enable the... Continue Reading
Lower Customer Rate to Take Effect June 1 OUC – The Reliable One’s Board of Commissioners voted to decrease pass-through fuel charges by 18% and lower electric rates for all OUC customers. Effective June 1, residential and small commercial customers can expect to see a nearly 9%... Continue Reading