Monthly Archives: April 2014

Eight Apply for KUA Board

Posted April 30, 2014 at by & filed under News.

KISSIMMEE, Fla., May 1, 2014 – Eight residents have submitted applications to fill a vacancy on the Kissimmee Utility Authority board of directors. The deadline for completed applications was April 30. The current director, Jeanne Van Meter, has completed a partial term on the board and is eligible for reappointment. She filled the position in… Read more »

Heat Wave Arrives; Time to Switch Your Fan Direction

Posted April 27, 2014 at by & filed under News.

KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 28, 2014 – With a heat wave bearing down on Central Florida this week, now is the time to switch the direction of your ceiling fan to receive maximum performance and energy savings. In the winter, a ceiling fan should operate at a low speed in the clockwise direction. This produces a… Read more »

Utility Honored by Veterans Group

Posted April 24, 2014 at by & filed under News.

KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 25, 2014 – Kissimmee Utility Authority has received the prestigious “Spirit Award” from the Osceola County Veterans Council for its ongoing support of local military veterans. Presented annually, the award honors an individual or business that demonstrates a sustained commitment to the veterans’ community to ensure that veterans of all generations receive… Read more »

KUA Celebrates National Lineman Appreciation Day

Posted April 17, 2014 at by & filed under News.

KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 18, 2014 – Kissimmee Utility Authority joins the U.S. Senate in recognizing today as National Lineman Appreciation Day. By unanimous consent, the U.S. Senate in 2013 approved a resolution recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, and the contributions of the brave men and women who protect public safety. The resolution also designated… Read more »

KUA Wins 6 PR Awards

Posted April 15, 2014 at by & filed under News.

KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 16, 2014 – Kissimmee Utility Authority won six awards Wednesday morning at the 2014 Image Awards, an annual competition sponsored by the Dick Pope/Polk County Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association. The winners were announced at a ceremony held at the Cleveland Heights Golf & Country Club in Lakeland. The Image… Read more »