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KUA Adopts $321 Million Budget
KISSIMMEE — On Wednesday, the Kissimmee Utility Authority board of directors approved a $321 million operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026. The vote came after board discussions and a public hearing on the budget. The $321 million budget includes, $147 million for fuel and purchased power, which is a slight decrease over the…
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KUA Offices to close for Independence Day
Kissimmee Utility Authority’s customer service center and administrative offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 4. Regular utility business hours will resume on Monday, July 7. Customers wishing to make a bill payment can do so through the utility’s automated telephone system at 407-933-7777, online at my.kua.com or at any area Amscot…
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KUA Welcomes New Board Member
KISSIMMEE— 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 University School of Law and a Bachelor’s…
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KUA Receives National Achievement Award
KISSIMMEE — Kissimmee Utility Authority received an American Public Power Association E.F. Scattergood System Achievement Award during the American Public Power Association’s National Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The award honors APPA member utilities that have enhanced the prestige of public power utilities through sustained achievement and customer service. “We are truly honored and humbled…
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KUA Offices to close for Memorial Day
KISSIMMEE— Kissimmee Utility Authority’s customer service center and administrative offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 26. Regular utility business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 27. Customers wishing to make a bill payment can do so through the utility’s automated telephone system at 407-933-7777, online at my.kua.com or at any…
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Finalists Named for KUA Board
KISSIMMEE, FL. — 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 eligible applicants and recommended three applicants whose…
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KUA Releases 2025 Hurricane Preparedness Guide
KISSIMMEE— With the start of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season approaching, Kissimmee Utility Authority released its 2025 Osceola Hurricane Guide, a free, bilingual, comprehensive preparedness guide offered annually to Osceola County residents. A partnership between KUA, Osceola County, the cities of Kissimmee and St. Cloud, Toho Water Authority, the Osceola County Property Appraiser, and UF IFAS…
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KUA to stage mock disaster ahead of hurricane season
KISSIMMEE— Kissimmee Utility Authority staff members will take part in a mock disaster drill on Thursday, 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 activities, including both live-action training…
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KUA Recognized with State, National Safety Awards
KISSIMMEE — 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 Competition awards banquet in Ocala. The utility also earned the American…
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KUA Seeks Board Member Applications
KISSIMMEE — 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 October 1, 2025. The current outgoing board member is not eligible for reappointment.…