FMPA Named a Top Workplace in Central Florida
November 16, 2020FMPA was named by the Orlando Sentinel as one of the Top Workplaces in Central Florida for 2020.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
October 15, 2020Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two officers yesterday to lead FMPA's Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreNew Technology Enhances Electric Reliability for Three Florida Cities
October 7, 2020Electric customers in three Florida cities benefited from fewer power outages thanks to technology installed on power lines that feed electricity to customers.
Read MoreFMPA Wins Statewide Public Relations Award for Major Solar Project
August 28, 2020FMPA won an Award of Distinction at the 2020 Golden Image Awards, an annual statewide competition sponsored by the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA).
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Honor Florida Lineworkers
August 5, 2020In advance of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day on August 26, the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today launched a social media campaign to honor Florida’s public power lineworkers.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 29, 2020Managers and public officials from public power utilities throughout Florida elected five officers to lead a statewide wholesale power agency in 2020-2021.
Read MoreMajor Solar Energy Project Begins Operation in Central Florida
June 30, 2020Two Central Florida solar farms that are part of one of the largest municipal-backed solar projects in the nation are now operational.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Power Pool Names Aaron Casto Executive Director
June 17, 2020The Florida Municipal Power Pool (FMPP) has named Aaron P. Casto as Executive Director effective June 29, 2020.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
June 10, 2020
Awards recognize contributions to electric utility industry and public power Tallahassee, Fla., June 10, 2020 – Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today announced Florida public power leaders who were honored with American Public Power Association (APPA) national awards.
Read MoreFMPA Prepared for Hurricane Season Amid COVID-19
May 28, 2020FMPA is prepared to provide safe, reliable power to customers if a hurricane impacts the state this storm season.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Utilities Reducing Electric Bills During COVID-19
April 23, 2020Twenty-one public power utilities in Florida have announced plans to reduce electric bills to help customers cope with the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Read MoreAdditional Fla. public power utilities help customers in response to pandemic
April 16, 2020The list of public power utilities in Florida that are reducing customers’ electric bills in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is growing. Eight more utilities and cities detailed plans that they are taking to ease the financial burden on customers.
Read MoreThe Energy Authority and FMPA Announce Partnership
April 9, 2020The Energy Authority (TEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) on April 1 initiated a partnership for TEA to provide FMPA with Load Forecasting, Portfolio Management, and Mid-Term Trading services.
Read MoreFlorida utilities lower power prices during COVID-19
April 8, 2020Seven Florida municipal electric utilities recently approved measures to temporarily lower electricity prices to provide financial relief for customers experiencing hardships during the COVID-19 crisis.
Read MoreFMPA CEO: Florida Municipals Providing Financial Relief During COVID-19
April 6, 2020Several of the community-owned electric utilities in Florida are considering temporarily lowering power prices to their customers. We are working hard to provide FMPA member cities with affordable, reliable and clean power today, tomorrow and into the future.
Read MoreCOVID-19: FMPA Takes Steps to Continue Safe, Reliable Service
March 18, 2020FMPA is closely monitoring the evolving COVID-19 outbreak and working with its employees, member electric utilities and government partners to ensure everyone’s well-being. Electricity is an essential public service, so delivering safe, reliable power remains the top priority of Florida’s municipal electric utilities and FMPA.
Read MoreSee ‘Behind the Switch’ at What It Takes to Provide Solar Electricity
March 4, 2020Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) launched a social-media campaign today to show retail electric customers what it takes “Behind the Switch” to provide reliable, solar power at the most economical price.
Read MoreMunicipal-Backed Solar Project Hits Milestone with Panel Installments
March 2, 2020The Florida Municipal Power Agency, along with 12 municipal utilities, reached a milestone in Phase I of a major solar project with the installation of solar panels at the Harmony Solar Energy Center in Osceola County, Florida.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Utilities Announce Second Solar Power Project
December 5, 2019
Project expansion adds 600,000 solar panels for a total of 1.5 million panels by 2023 ORLANDO, Fla.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Utilities Break Ground on Major Solar Project
November 18, 2019
FMPA, in conjunction with 12 Florida municipal electric utilities and Florida Renewable Partners, LLC, today broke ground on the Florida Municipal Solar Project, one of the largest municipal-backed solar projects in the nation.
Read MoreFMPA Power Plants Outperform Industry Average for Eighth Year
November 5, 2019
FMPA major power plants outperformed industry averages for the eighth consecutive year, helping to reduce FMPA’s electricity costs to the lowest level in 15 years.
Read MoreFMPA Makes Final Debt Payment on Power Plant in Orlando
October 30, 2019
FMPA made the final debt payments this month on its ownership interests in a coal-fired power plant in Orlando.
Read MoreFMPA Credit Rating Upgraded Ahead of Planned Bond Refinancing
October 21, 2019
Fitch Ratings announced a credit rating upgrade for the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) to ‘AA-‘ from ‘A+’ ahead of the Orlando-based power agency’s planned bond refinancing in late-October.
Read MoreFMPA Volunteers Beautify Transitional Housing Facility in Orlando
September 27, 2019
Employees of the FMPA helped beautify a residential housing facility at Aspire Health Partners in Orlando as part of Heart of Florida United Way’s annual Day of Caring.
Read MoreSTATEMENT: FMPA Power Plants Prepped for Hurricane Dorian
August 30, 2019
Florida Municipal Power Agency General Manager and CEO Jacob Williams issued a statement regarding preparations for Hurricane Dorian.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Organizations Celebrate Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day
August 27, 2019
In honor of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, the Florida Municipal Electric Association and FMPA recognizes lineworkers from around the state.
Read MoreFlorida Cities Celebrate 25 Years of Savings with Joint Purchasing
July 25, 2019
Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) celebrates the 25th anniversary of its Joint Purchasing Project.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 19, 2019
Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two of their own yesterday to lead FMPA’s Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreLocal Utility Executives Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 17, 2019
Elections for FMPA’s Board of Directors and All-Requirements Executive Committee took place today.
Read MoreFloridians Using Record-High Level of Electricity This Summer
June 26, 2019
Several electric utilities in Florida are reporting record-high levels of electricity sales so far this summer, including the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA), whose 13 Florida cities hit an all-time summer record yesterday.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
June 11, 2019
The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) and Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) today announced three Florida public power leaders were honored with American Public Power Association (APPA) national awards.
Read MoreFMPA Appoints Ken Rutter as Power Agency’s COO
February 6, 2019
FMPA announced the selection of Kenneth S. Rutter as Chief Operating Officer.
Read MoreDid You Ever Think About What It Takes to Provide Electricity?
February 1, 2019
FMPA launched a “Behind the Switch” social media campaign today to give people a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make electricity low-cost, reliable and clean for millions of Floridians.
Read MoreOcala Electric Contributes $19 Million in Value to Local Economy
January 16, 2019
CEO of statewide power agency describes benefits of a locally owned electric utility ORLANDO, Fla., Jan.
Read MoreWinter Park Signs Deal with FMPA for Low-cost Wholesale Electricity
November 15, 2018
The city of Winter Park will see lower wholesale electric costs for the foreseeable future after city officials negotiated a new power purchase agreement with FMPA.
Read MoreFMPA Wins Excellence in Public Power Communications Award
November 9, 2018
FMPA won an award in the Excellence in Public Power Communications Awards, a national competition sponsored by the American Public Power Association.
Read MoreCity of Tallahassee Joins Florida Municipal Power Agency
October 25, 2018
The city of Tallahassee, Fla., has become the 32nd municipal electric utility to join the Florida Municipal Power Agency.
Read MoreFMPA Power Plants Outperform Industry Average for Reliability
October 23, 2018
For the sixth consecutive year, FMPA’s major power plants outperformed industry averages for reliability.
Read MoreFMPA Volunteers Makeover Offices of Residential Facility for Youth
September 28, 2018
Sixteen employees of the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) provided a new look to The Grove Counseling Center in Winter Springs as part of Heart of Florida United Way’s Day of Caring.
Read MoreFMPA Appoints Linda Howard as Power Agency’s CFO
August 29, 2018
FMPA announced today the promotion of Linda S. Howard to Chief Financial Officer, filling the position after the passing earlier this year of the power agency’s previous CFO, Mark J.
Read MoreNew Video Recognizes Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day
August 24, 2018
FMPA and Florida Municipal Electric Association today released a new video produced in recognition of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, which is this Sunday, Aug. 26.
Read MoreSocial Media Campaign Honors Public Power Lineworkers
August 6, 2018
In honor of Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day, the Florida Municipal Electric Association and FMPA will recognize lineworkers from around the state during August in a new social media campaign called “Celebrating our Hometown Heroes.”
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 20, 2018
Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two of their own yesterday to lead FMPA’s Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 18, 2018
Managers and public officials from municipal electric utilities throughout Florida elected five of their own to lead a statewide power agency in 2018-2019.
Read MoreMunicipal Utilities Mark 30 Years of Saving Money by Joint Operation
July 2, 2018
Electric customers in 20 Florida cities have enjoyed lower electricity costs and enhanced service reliability for the past 30 years thanks in part to a joint effort among municipal electric utilities to share power-generating resources.
Read MoreFlorida Public Power Leaders Receive National Awards
June 19, 2018
Four Florida public power leaders were honored with American Public Power Association (APPA) national awards today during APPA’s National Conference in New Orleans.
Read MoreFort Pierce Power Plant Marks 10 Years of Efficient Operations
May 31, 2018
Electric customers in 13 Florida cities enjoy reliable, affordable electricity thanks, in part, to the Treasure Coast Energy Center, which marks its 10-year anniversary of operation today.
Read MoreMajor Solar Energy Project Announced by Florida Municipal Utilities
May 4, 2018
FMPA, in conjunction with 12 Florida municipal electric utilities and NextEra Florida Renewables, LLC, today announced plans for a large-scale solar energy project to provide renewable energy for customers in the most cost-effective way.
Read MoreFMPA Mourns the Passing of Mark Larson
April 18, 2018
It is with great sadness that FMPA announces the passing of Mark J. Larson, the Agency’s Chief Financial Officer.
Read MoreFMPA Boards Give Final Approval to Transaction with Vero Beach
March 21, 2018
The governing boards of FMPA gave final approval today to agreements enabling the city of Vero Beach to exit FMPA’s power projects and sell its electric utility.
Read MorePublic Power Lineworkers Win Statewide Skills Competition
March 12, 2018
Electric utility lineworkers from Tallahasee and Jacksonville earned a trip to attend a national lineworkers’ competition courtesy of FMPA.
Read MoreAll 19 FMPA Cities Approve Vero Beach Transaction
February 27, 2018
FMPA announced today that the required 19 cities have all approved the necessary agreement to release the city of Vero Beach from FMPA’s power projects, enabling Vero Beach to move forward with the sale of its electric utility.
Read MoreFMPA Marks 40 Years of Providing Low-Cost, Reliable, Clean Power
February 23, 2018
FMPA celebrates its 40-year anniversary on Saturday, Feb. 24.
Read MoreFMPA Begins Providing Wholesale Power to Bartow, Florida
January 2, 2018
The City of Bartow is now receiving cheaper wholesale power under new power purchase agreements with FMPA and the Orlando Utilities Commission.
Read MoreWholesale Power Agency Grants Holiday Wishes
December 21, 2017
Holiday wishes will come true this year for 70 children of the Children’s Home Society of Florida, thanks to generous employees of FMPA.
Read MoreFMPA Receives Excellence in Public Power Communications Award
November 9, 2017
FMPA received an award Nov. 8 in the Excellence in Public Power Communications Awards, a national competition sponsored by the American Public Power Association.
Read MorePublic Power Utilities Recognized for Hurricane Irma Restoration
October 20, 2017
Florida’s municipal electric utilities and more than 2,000 lineworkers from 170 public power utilities in 24 states were recognized Thursday for their efforts to help restore power after Hurricane Irma.
Read MoreFMPA Board Names Jody Finklea as FMPA General Counsel
September 22, 2017
FMPA’s Board of Directors selected Jody Finklea as its next General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, replacing Fred Bryant.
Read MoreFMPA Orlando Office to Re-Open Wednesday after Hurricane Irma
September 12, 2017
FMPA’s Orlando office fared well in Hurricane Irma, so the office will re-open Wednesday, Sept. 12.
Read MoreFMPA Closes Orlando Office for Hurricane Irma
September 8, 2017
Due to Hurricane Irma, FMPA will close its Orlando office today at 1 p.m.
Read MoreSTATEMENT: FMPA Power Plants Prepped for Hurricane Irma
September 8, 2017
FMPA and its operating partners have been busy preparing its power plant sites in Key West, Fort Pierce, Kissimmee, Orlando and Port St. Lucie for Hurricane Irma.
Read MoreFMPA General Counsel Frederick Bryant Announces Retirement
August 25, 2017
Frederick Bryant announced Thursday that he will retire in 2018 as General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer of the Florida Municipal Power Agency.
Read MoreFMPA to Provide Bartow with Low-Cost, Reliable Power
August 24, 2017
The city of Bartow will see lower wholesale electric costs in 2018 since city officials negotiated new five-year agreements for purchasing wholesale power from FMPA and the Orlando Utilities Commission.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 21, 2017
Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two of their own yesterday to lead FMPA’s Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Power Agency
July 19, 2017
Managers and public officials from municipal electric utilities throughout Florida elected five of their own to lead a statewide power agency in 2017-2018.
Read MoreFlorida Utilities Consider Joint Plant Operations to Save Electricity Costs
June 13, 2017
Tampa Electric Co. is evaluating whether to contribute its power generation to a pilot project with three Florida municipal electric utilities in an effort to reduce electricity costs for all customers.
Read MoreFlorida Municipal Utilities Gather Customer Input on Solar Power
April 10, 2017
A majority of electric customers in 10 Florida cities believe utilities should investigate solar power, but if solar power increases electric bills, only a small percentage of customers are willing to pay more.
Read MoreFrank Gaffney Promoted to Chief Operating Officer of FMPA
March 16, 2017
FMPA has promoted Frank Gaffney to Chief Operating Officer effective today. In this role, Gaffney will be responsible for FMPA’s power generation and work with staff to provide low-cost, reliable and clean power for its owners-customers.
Read MoreFMPA Reports Positive Movement on Vero Electric’s Partial Sale
February 7, 2017
Following initial discussions the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) held with external stakeholders, the agency reports positive progress on Vero Beach’s proposed sale of its electric customers in Indian River Shores.
Read MoreFMPA Provides Option to Help Vero Beach Exit FMPA Projects
February 7, 2017
FMPA provided preliminary information to its member cities today on an option for Vero Beach to transfer its FMPA power projects to other cities so that Vero Beach can sell its electric system.
Read MoreFMPA Rings in 2017 by Joining Social Media
January 4, 2017
The New Year’s resolution for the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) is to be more social.
Read MoreLocal Utilities Help Customers Reduce Electric Bills
December 21, 2016
Electric customers are reducing their monthly power bills thanks to free, energy-saving products and rebates distributed in 2016 by 13 municipal electric utilities in Florida.
Read MoreWholesale Power Agency Brightens Holidays for Children in Need
December 19, 2016
Holiday wishes will come true this year for 75 children of the Children’s Home Society of Florida, thanks to generous employees of FMPA.
Read MoreFMPA’s Orlando Office to Re-open Monday after Hurricane Matthew
October 8, 2016
FMPA’s Orlando office fared well in Hurricane Matthew, so the office will re-open Monday, Oct. 10, as normal.
Read MoreFMPA Closes Orlando Office for Hurricane Matthew
October 6, 2016
Due to Hurricane Matthew, FMPA will be closing its Orlando office today at noon and expects to remain closed until Monday, Oct. 10.
Read MoreVolunteers Add Splash of Color to Brighten the Lives of Children
September 30, 2016
Employees of FMPA painted walls today at Community Coordinated Care for Children (4C) in Kissimmee as part of Heart of Florida United Way’s Day of Caring.
Read MoreJacob A. Williams Named Next FMPA General Manger and CEO
August 26, 2016
FMPA has selected Jacob A. Williams as its next General Manger and CEO effective Sept.
Read MoreLocal Utility Leaders Elected to Lead Statewide Agency
July 22, 2016
Managers and public officials from municipal electric utilities throughout Florida elected five of their own to lead statewide power agency in 2016-2017.
Read MoreCity Officials Elected to Lead Statewide Committee
July 22, 2016
Local elected and appointed officials from throughout Florida elected two of their own yesterday to lead FMPA’s Policy Makers Liaisons Committee.
Read MoreFMPA Electric Costs Decrease 10% in 2015, Down 30% Since 2009
July 15, 2016
Wholesale electricity costs from the Florida Municipal Power Agency decreased 10% last year and are down 30% since 2009, according to FMPA’s recently released 2015 Annual Report.
Read MoreFMPA General Manager and CEO Receives National Award
June 14, 2016
Nicholas P. Guarriello, General Manager and CEO of FMPA, received a national award today for his significant contributions to the electric utility industry and to public power utilities.
Read MoreFMPA Member Satisfaction Increases, Remains High Overall
May 31, 2016
Low electric rates and a commitment to working together through FMPA contributed to an increase in overall member satisfaction for the Florida Municipal Power Agency members, according to FMPA’s 2016 Board of Directors Member Relations Survey.
Read MoreFMPA Provides Local Electric Utilities Competitive Power
May 3, 2016
Florida cities enjoy reliable, affordable power today thanks to FMPA’s All-Requirements Project, which began supplying wholesale power to several Florida cities 30 years ago.
Read MoreStudents Shadow Parents to Explore Careers in Power Generation
April 28, 2016
Students explored careers in electric utilities today, as FMPA hosted Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work® Day.
Read MoreGo Green and Save Green with Energy Conservation
April 22, 2016
FMPA works to make every day an earth day by providing clean, reliable power, and it helps electric customers conserve energy and save money by providing free, energy conservation videos.
Read MorePower Costs Will Significantly Decrease in Coming Years
April 21, 2016
Wholesale electricity costs will decrease significantly for FMPA members in the next few years as debt is paid off on four of its power supply projects.
Read MoreFMPA Closes $424 Million Bond Transaction
April 8, 2016
FMPA has closed on the sale of $424 million in municipal bonds for its All-Requirements Project to refinance existing project debt.
Read MoreCredit Rating Upgrade Awarded to FMPA Power Project
March 22, 2016
A credit rating upgrade was awarded to a Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA) electricity supply project and the high credit ratings for three other FMPA projects were affirmed.
Read MoreSETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT
February 26, 2016
Despite claims to the contrary, FMPA has provided All-Requirements Project withdrawal information—also referred to as an exit cost calculation—to any member city that has requested it, including the city of Vero Beach.
Read MoreFMPA Bond Refinancing Saves $63.7 Million
February 18, 2016
FMPA moved quickly to take advantage of a favorable interest rate market selling $424 million in municipal bonds yesterday to refinance existing debt for its All-Requirements Project.
Read MoreFMPA Receives A+ Credit Rating from Fitch
February 15, 2016
Fitch Ratings last Friday assigned an A+ credit rating to the Florida Municipal Power Agency’s (FMPA) All-Requirements Project with a stable rating outlook.
Read MoreMoody’s Affirms Credit Rating for FMPA
February 12, 2016
Moody’s Investor Services on Feb. 10 affirmed the A2 credit rating of FMPA’s All-Requirements Project with a stable rating outlook.
Read MoreFMPA Completes Work on Audit Recommendations
January 22, 2016
FMPA today provided the Florida Auditor General with FMPA’s final report explaining how it addressed all 15 of the Auditor General’s recommendations.
Read MoreFort Pierce Power Plant Among Nation’s Cleanest
January 6, 2016
Treasure Coast Energy Center was ranked as one of the cleanest plants of its kind in the nation, according to a recently-published study based on Environmental Protection Agency data.
Read MoreUtility Brightens Holidays for Children in Need
December 21, 2015
Holiday wishes will come true this year for 60 children of the Children’s Home Society of Florida, thanks to thoughtful employees who have come together to help the community.
Read MoreElectric Bills Reduced with Help from Local Utilities
December 10, 2015
Electric customers are reducing their monthly power bills thanks to free energy-saving products and valuable rebates distributed in 2015 by 13 municipal electric utilities in Florida.
Read MoreFMPA CEO Guarriello Announces Retirement
October 22, 2015
Nicholas P. Guarriello announced that he will retire in 2016 as General Manager and CEO of FMPA after seven years leading the Orlando-based wholesale power supplier.
Read MoreFMPA Website Recognized with National Award
October 21, 2015
FMPA’s website received the Excellence in Public Power Communications award from the American Public Power Association at the association’s Customer Connections Conference in Austin, Texas.
Read MoreUtility Supports Central Florida’s Largest Community Volunteer Event
September 28, 2015
FMPA employees volunteered at Help Now of Osceola on Sept. 25 as part of the Heart of Florida United Way’s Day of Caring, Central Florida’s largest community-wide volunteer event.
Read MoreAgency Completes Work on 10 Out of 15 Audit Recommendations
September 24, 2015
FMPA provided to the Florida Auditor General a voluntary 180-day update on FMPA’s progress toward addressing the Auditor General’s 15 operational audit findings.
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