John D. DeFries email & contact info

Safety and Risk Manager at New Smyrna Beach Utilities.

Work Email

j*******@n*********

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Direct Phone

+1 (***) ***-****

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LinkedIn URL

linkedin.com/in/••••••••

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Employing Organization

New Smyrna Beach Utilities

Team

Key Colleagues

Decision makers at New Smyrna Beach Utilities

James Davenport
Chairman, Utilities Commission (Board Member)
Ellen Fisher
Communications Manager
Cody Girvan
Controller
Raquel Mercado
Director of Electric Operations
Julie A. Couillard
Director of Engineering and Information Technology

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Organization Signals

Public Activity & Signals

Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from John D. DeFries’s organization

Oct 23, 2023BoardMeeting

Board

New Smyrna Beach Utilities Regular Meeting

The board meeting covered several key items, including a safety presentation on preventing serious injuries and fatalities, a financial update on preliminary September 2023 performance and FEMA hurricane reimbursements, and a review of the 2023 strategic accomplishments and 2024 goals. The Commission approved the adoption of an updated Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual, including revisions to capital purchase thresholds, competitive bidding exceptions, and protest filing fees. Additionally, the meeting included a discussion regarding a project proposal for the Glencoe Water Treatment Plant's expansion using a progressive design-build delivery method.

Oct 28, 2024BoardMeeting

Board

New Smyrna Beach Utilities Regular Meeting

The board meeting focused on several operational and administrative updates. Key discussion topics included the approval of various consent items such as budget ratifications for water infrastructure projects, smart grid software integration funding, and electric distribution hardening. The board reviewed the preliminary financial status for September 2024, organizational accomplishments, and strategic goals for the upcoming fiscal year. Discussions also covered cybersecurity performance metrics, community engagement initiatives, and updates on interagency capital project coordination. Counsel provided reports on legislative monitoring and the successful resolution of a previous legal dispute. Additionally, the board initiated the selection process for GM/CEO candidates.

May 22, 2023BoardMeeting

Board

New Smyrna Beach Utilities Regular Meeting

The board covered several key topics, including a safety message on water safety and a presentation regarding the updated 2023-2033 vehicle and equipment replacement schedule. The board approved various consent items involving lift station rehabilitation, pump replacements, and road crossing projects. A financial status report for April was presented. Additionally, discussions were held regarding septic-to-sewer conversion efforts for the Aqua Golf and Silver Sands areas, as well as an assessment of electric bicycle charging needs. The board also reviewed and approved the contract award for the Enterprise Work and Asset Management System.

Feb 8, 2023BoardMeeting

Board

New Smyrna Beach Utilities Workshop Meeting Minutes

The meeting focused on the Western Complex Site Development, evaluating facilities, land use, and potential construction costs for new headquarters and fleet buildings. Discussions included environmental impacts on wetlands, the market value of the current headquarters building, potential renovation costs, and parking limitations. The Board also reviewed the Western Utilities solar assessment, progress on the FMPA Solar Phase II project, and potential future solar expansion options.

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