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KUA Recognized as a Reliable Public Power Provider
KUA Recognized as a Reliable Public Power Provider

Kissimmee Utility Authority has earned a Diamond Level Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® designation from the American Public Power Association for providing reliable and safe electric service. The RP3 designation, which lasts for three years, recognizes public power utilities that... Continue Reading

Date posted04/15/2024


Florida Public Power Utilities Earn National Designation for Reliability
Florida Public Power Utilities Earn National Designation for Reliability

Three Florida municipal electric utilities have earned re-designation as a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for providing reliable and safe electric service. Earning the designation again this year are Kissimmee Utility Authority, Fort... Continue Reading

Postedby Nicole Albers
Date posted04/11/2024


KUA Honored with National Award For Outstanding Safety Practices
KUA Honored with National Award For Outstanding Safety Practices

Kissimmee Utility Authority has earned the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2023. The utility earned Diamond Status in the category for utilities with 250,000 to 999,999 worker-hours of annual worker exposure. More than 160... Continue Reading

Date posted04/10/2024


Florida Public Power Utilities Win Big at National Lineworkers Rodeo
Florida Public Power Utilities Win Big at National Lineworkers Rodeo

This past weekend, Florida public power participants brought home more than half of the awards, including the first-place overall apprentice and journeyman, presented at American Public Power Association’s 22nd annual Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo, held April 5-6, in Lafayette, Louisiana.... Continue Reading

Postedby Nicole Albers
Date posted04/8/2024


KUA to Stage Mock Disaster Ahead of 2024 Hurricane Season
KUA to Stage Mock Disaster Ahead of 2024 Hurricane Season

Kissimmee Utility Authority staff members will take part in a mock disaster drill on Wednesday, April 10 to test the readiness of the utility for this year’s hurricane season. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. The four-hour drill will involve a wide range of... Continue Reading

Date posted04/8/2024


KUA Launches New Home EV Charger Program
KUA Launches New Home EV Charger Program

As electric vehicle ownership continues to increase nationwide, KUA is excited to introduce its electric vehicle charging program, allowing residential customers the ability to conveniently charge their vehicles at home. The KUA home EV charger is a 7.68kW/240 volt charger and depending on the EV... Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2024


Manatee Center Research Verifies Manatees Continue Visiting Fort Pierce
Manatee Center Research Verifies Manatees Continue Visiting Fort Pierce

Moore’s Creek is a lifeline for Manatees seeking warmer, fresh water Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) proudly announces the publication of a peer-reviewed scientific article that confirms manatees continue to rely on Fort Pierce’s Moore’s Creek as a passive thermal basin... Continue Reading

Date posted03/21/2024


KUA Seeks Board Member Applications
KUA Seeks Board Member Applications

Kissimmee Utility Authority is seeking individuals interested in appointment to the utility’s board of directors. Members of the Kissimmee Utility Authority’s Board of Directors are non-paid officials who serve as policymakers for the utility. This is a five-year term beginning... Continue Reading

Date posted03/18/2024


Lakeland Electric to Decrease Fuel Charge Next Quarter
Lakeland Electric to Decrease Fuel Charge Next Quarter

The Lakeland City Commission voted today to lower the electric fuel charge for Lakeland Electric customers for the next fiscal quarter (April/May/June 2024). Sandra Ruede, Fuels Manager, recommended lowering the fuel charge by $2.00 from $38.00 to $36.00 during a presentation on Friday, March 1,... Continue Reading

Date posted03/4/2024


FMEA Announces Annual Safety Awards Winners
FMEA Announces Annual Safety Awards Winners

This past Saturday, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) recognized excellence in Florida public power at an awards banquet where the winners of the FMEA Safety Awards were announced. FMEA recognizes and rewards safe operations through its annual Safety Awards. Utilities are placed... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted02/26/2024


FMEA Announces 2024 Florida Lineman Competition Rodeo Winners
FMEA Announces 2024 Florida Lineman Competition Rodeo Winners

Yesterday, in Jacksonville, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) held its annual Florida Lineman Competition Rodeo, which brings electric lineworkers from all over the state together to demonstrate their skill and knowledge in the craft of line work. Competitors took on various... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted02/25/2024


KUA Launches New Surge Protection Program
KUA Launches New Surge Protection Program

KUA customers are now eligible to sign up for the utility’s new surge protection program, which can protect large appliances from electric surges. The surge protection device is installed directly on the customer’s meter and diverts high-energy surges that can enter through electric... Continue Reading

Date posted02/23/2024