Statement By Amy Zubaly, Executive Director, Florida Municipal: [Read more…] about FMEA Statement Regarding Passage of HB 1239
Florida Municipal Electric Association
Broadband bills will not increase access to underserved areas
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
In a recent op-ed published in Florida Politics, Florida Municipal Electric Association’s executive director Amy Zubaly calls attention to proposed legislation (HB 1239 and SB 1592) that would require municipal electric utility customers to subsidize out-of-state, for-profit companies with no promises to deliver broadband to rural, underserved areas. [Read more…] about Broadband bills will not increase access to underserved areas
Florida Municipal Electric Association Announces Annual Safety Awards
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) recently honored 21 of its public power members for their continued commitment to safe work practices throughout the year 2020. [Read more…] about Florida Municipal Electric Association Announces Annual Safety Awards
Florida Municipal Electric Association Announces Annual “Restoring Communities Award” Winners
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today announced its annual “Restoring Communities Awards,” which recognizes public power utilities that have either provided or received mutual aid following significant weather events, or other emergency situations, in and out of state, to fellow public power partners in need. [Read more…] about Florida Municipal Electric Association Announces Annual “Restoring Communities Award” Winners
Public Power Communities Receive “Building Strong Communities” Awards
COVID-19 Assistance Programs Recognized This Year
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today recognized 22 public power utilities with “Building Strong Communities” awards for their efforts to provide their local communities extra services and programs above and beyond what they normally supply. [Read more…] about Public Power Communities Receive “Building Strong Communities” Awards
Public Power Crews Headed to Louisiana to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Delta
With Hurricane Delta expected to make landfall this weekend, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) has coordinated with its members to send mutual aid to assist with power restoration efforts in Louisiana. [Read more…] about Public Power Crews Headed to Louisiana to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Delta
FMEA Highlights Energy Efficiency Tips During National Public Power Week
With an increased number of people working remotely and distance learning in their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) is recognizing Public Power Week (Oct. 4 – 10) by offering energy saving tips on its social media platforms. [Read more…] about FMEA Highlights Energy Efficiency Tips During National Public Power Week
Public Power Crews Headed to Alabama to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Sally
Prior to Hurricane Sally making landfall earlier this morning, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) coordinated with public power utilities from across Florida to send mutual aid to assist with power restoration in Alabama. [Read more…] about Public Power Crews Headed to Alabama to Assist with Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Sally
Florida Public Power Sending Mutual Aid to Louisiana for Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Laura
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) has assembled public power crews from across the state to aid with power restoration efforts in Louisiana following Hurricane Laura, which is slated to make landfall this week as a major hurricane. [Read more…] about Florida Public Power Sending Mutual Aid to Louisiana for Power Restoration Efforts Following Hurricane Laura
Florida Municipal Electric Association Bestows Awards on Members; Introduces New “Friend of Florida Public Power” Award
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA), recognized members of the public power community with three awards: Member of the Year, Associate Member of the Year and the new Friend of Florida Public Power award. [Read more…] about Florida Municipal Electric Association Bestows Awards on Members; Introduces New “Friend of Florida Public Power” Award
