JEA

The committee reviewed contract amendments for construction management services at the Southwest Water Reclamation Facility, involving the installation of ultraviolet disinfectant equipment and additional pre-construction services. Additionally, the committee discussed and approved a long-term service agreement amendment with GE for repairs, rotor replacement, and upgrades for generating stations, citing the need for fleet standardization and increased unit output. The business also provided context regarding the integrated resource plan and the strategy for power generation as it relates to equipment maintenance and future capacity planning.

The meeting featured a celebration of employee achievements and awards, including recognition for excellence in manufacturing, community outreach efforts, wastewater treatment operations, and professional skills in lineman activities. The unions announced a collective charitable donation to a local food bank. The board also approved moving forward with the Water First North Florida project to support aquifer recharge and ecosystem restoration, and voted to update a power purchase agreement with Florida Power and Light to secure additional energy capacity starting in 2027.

The board meeting included announcements regarding a leadership promotion and recognition of team achievements in state competitions. The session featured informational presentations on the challenges surrounding the Normandy Village utility as a court-ordered receiver and a detailed review of lessons learned from the Plant Vogtle project, specifically regarding cost-plus contract issues. Additionally, the CEO presented an update to the organizational mission, vision, and values.

The committee meeting addressed several items on the consent agenda, which were approved with the exception of item number two. Item two was moved to the regular agenda for a discussion regarding whether the acquisition of new software for mobile device management should be classified as a capital expenditure or an operating expense. The committee ultimately approved item number two, with a directive to obtain further clarification from the business unit and project accounting to confirm its proper budgetary classification. Item seven was formally deferred, and the meeting concluded with no further business.

The Committee discussed several procurement items, including a contract amendment for the restoration of disturbed sod and an amendment for water and wastewater capital program management. Additionally, the Committee approved the purchase of proprietary wet weld degreaser and reviewed a rescind request for a forklift acquisition project, noting the need to revise technical specifications to improve future competition.