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A source said JEA leaders met at an Avondale coffee shop to discuss the CEO stepping down. It sparked an investigation
Read full article: A source said JEA leaders met at an Avondale coffee shop to discuss the CEO stepping down. It sparked an investigationJacksonville’s JEA utility, previously under fire, now faces a new controversy. Board members allegedly violating Florida’s Sunshine Law.
‘We’ve really done everything we can’: JEA explains proposed rate hikes stem from decision made in 2008
Read full article: ‘We’ve really done everything we can’: JEA explains proposed rate hikes stem from decision made in 2008The JEA Board of Directors held a workshop Tuesday morning to discuss a proposed increase to electric, water and wastewater rates in fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
JEA says potential rate increase ‘predominantly attributed’ to billion dollar Plant Vogtle venture
Read full article: JEA says potential rate increase ‘predominantly attributed’ to billion dollar Plant Vogtle ventureJEA is eyeing a potential rate increase that could affect thousands of households in Northeast Florida.
JEA is proposing a rate increase for electricity, water and sewer. Here’s how much
Read full article: JEA is proposing a rate increase for electricity, water and sewer. Here’s how muchThe JEA Board of Directors will hold a workshop Tuesday morning to discuss a proposed increase to electric, water and wastewater rates in fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
‘They’re in an emergency crisis': JEA celebrates local organizations helping people with their bills
Read full article: ‘They’re in an emergency crisis': JEA celebrates local organizations helping people with their billsOver 20 organizations gathered at JEA for the 10th Light it Forward awards breakfast. The groups help provide utility bill assistance, housing and other services.
Former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn granted delay in deadline to report to prison because of hurricane damage to Tampa home
Read full article: Former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn granted delay in deadline to report to prison because of hurricane damage to Tampa homeAttorneys for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn are asking that he be allowed to remain free while his convictions on federal charges of conspiracy and wire fraud are appealed to a higher court.
JEA crews deployed to help fellow Floridians with restoration efforts following Hurricane Milton
Read full article: JEA crews deployed to help fellow Floridians with restoration efforts following Hurricane MiltonThirty-five JEA team members left Jacksonville Saturday morning to help neighboring communities in need following Hurricane Milton.
‘This is better news’: Jacksonville mayor says rainfall projections have dropped since Tuesday as Milton approaches
Read full article: ‘This is better news’: Jacksonville mayor says rainfall projections have dropped since Tuesday as Milton approachesJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and other city officials are set to hold a news conference Wednesday afternoon as the state prepares for the impact of Hurricane Milton.
‘This is better news’: Mayor Deegan says rainfall projections have dropped since Tuesday as Milton approaches
Read full article: ‘This is better news’: Mayor Deegan says rainfall projections have dropped since Tuesday as Milton approachesJacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and other city officials are set to hold a news conference Wednesday afternoon as the state prepares for the impact of Hurricane Milton.
‘Please be patient’: JEA says restoration times could be different with Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘Please be patient’: JEA says restoration times could be different with Hurricane MiltonAs city leaders continue monitoring the potential impacts of Hurricane Milton, JEA is getting ready to respond in the event of power outages and disruptions in water service.
Former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn asks to remain free while appealing conviction
Read full article: Former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn asks to remain free while appealing convictionAttorneys for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn are asking that he be allowed to remain free while his convictions on federal charges of conspiracy and wire fraud are appealed to a higher court.
JEA monitoring Hurricane Milton, says customers should prepare for possible power and water outages
Read full article: JEA monitoring Hurricane Milton, says customers should prepare for possible power and water outagesJEA said Sunday it is monitoring Hurricane Milton and urged customers to prepare for possible power and water outages later this week.
Overnight water main break leads to water outage, detour in Mandarin area
Read full article: Overnight water main break leads to water outage, detour in Mandarin areaA water main break at Hood Landing Boulevard and Mandrake Woods Court led to a water outage for 96 customers on Wednesday night, according to JEA.
LIVE: Mayor Donna Deegan, United Way unveil unity mural in downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: LIVE: Mayor Donna Deegan, United Way unveil unity mural in downtown JacksonvilleThe mural, titled “Together in Greatness,” symbolizes the importance of unity and understanding in Jacksonville following the racially motivated shooting in New Town last year.
Downed trees, branches among challenges JEA crews face while working to restore power to all customers
Read full article: Downed trees, branches among challenges JEA crews face while working to restore power to all customersJEA is still working to restore power to all customers in Duval County after Hurricane Helene.
Duval County lifts local state of emergency after Hurricane Helene; more than 20,000 JEA customers still without power
Read full article: Duval County lifts local state of emergency after Hurricane Helene; more than 20,000 JEA customers still without powerThe Duval County Emergency Operations Center is now partially activated, and the local state of emergency was lifted Saturday at 8 a.m. after Hurricane Helene.
JEA crews work to restore power in Atlantic Beach after feeder circuits sustained significant damage; Hanna Park closed
Read full article: JEA crews work to restore power in Atlantic Beach after feeder circuits sustained significant damage; Hanna Park closedA majority of homes and businesses in Atlantic Beach were still without power Friday afternoon after Hurricane Helene moved through the area bringing strong wing gusts that toppled trees.
Streets flooded, trees fell and power went out across Jacksonville area as Hurricane Helene hit
Read full article: Streets flooded, trees fell and power went out across Jacksonville area as Hurricane Helene hitNortheast Florida started to feel the effects of powerful and wide Hurricane Helene on Thursday night as the Category 4 storm made its way closer to the Gulf Coast.
Widespread power outages expected during Helene; JEA urges residents to be safe, patient
Read full article: Widespread power outages expected during Helene; JEA urges residents to be safe, patientHurricane Helene will not be a major rain event for Jacksonville but strong winds are expected to knock out power across the area.
JEA monitoring tropical system in Gulf; here’s how to report outages after the storm
Read full article: JEA monitoring tropical system in Gulf; here’s how to report outages after the stormOfficials with JEA said the city-owned utility is closely monitoring the tropical disturbance in the Caribbean that is forecast to become Hurricane Helene later this week.
JEA to reinstate vendor fee for debit or credit card payments next month
Read full article: JEA to reinstate vendor fee for debit or credit card payments next monthJEA customers who want to pay their bills using a debit or credit card will have to pay a service vendor fee starting next month, the city-owned utility announced to customers on Thursday.
‘It needs to be occupied’: Historian says former JEA headquarters that’s about to go up for sale should be preserved
Read full article: ‘It needs to be occupied’: Historian says former JEA headquarters that’s about to go up for sale should be preservedIn a meeting Tuesday, the JEA board approved a resolution that ultimately paves the way for the former campus to be sold.
Tell Us: The former home of JEA could be sold soon. What would you like to see there?
Read full article: Tell Us: The former home of JEA could be sold soon. What would you like to see there?In a JEA board meeting Tuesday, the former headquarters of JEA, a 19-story tower in downtown Jacksonville, was declared as surplus which allows it to be put on the market for sale.
Former JEA headquarters one step closer to sale
Read full article: Former JEA headquarters one step closer to saleIn a JEA board meeting Tuesday, the old 19-story tower electric authority building was declared as surplus, which allows it to be put on the market for sale, according to the Jacksonville Business Journal (JBJ).
Nocatee residents frustrated with lack of reclaimed water supply; JEA says people aren’t sticking to watering schedule
Read full article: Nocatee residents frustrated with lack of reclaimed water supply; JEA says people aren’t sticking to watering scheduleSome St. Johns County residents are frustrated with the lack of reclaimed water supply.
The estimated cost to raise JEA powerlines near JaxPort has more than doubled since feasibility study
Read full article: The estimated cost to raise JEA powerlines near JaxPort has more than doubled since feasibility studyThe estimated cost to raise the powerlines near the Jacksonville Port Authority (JaxPort) has more than doubled, according to a new analysis.
Residents, crews across Jacksonville cleaning up in the aftermath of Debby
Read full article: Residents, crews across Jacksonville cleaning up in the aftermath of DebbyHomeowners were cleaning up and JEA crews were working to restore power a day after Tropical Storm Debby pounded the Jacksonville area with rain and wind.
Jacksonville officials to provide updates on response efforts for Tropical Storm Debby
Read full article: Jacksonville officials to provide updates on response efforts for Tropical Storm DebbyThe City of Jacksonville and agency partners will hold a news conference Monday at noon to provide updates on preparation and response efforts for Tropical Storm Debby.
County-by-county: How Northeast Florida is preparing for Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 as it approaches the Gulf
Read full article: County-by-county: How Northeast Florida is preparing for Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 as it approaches the GulfTropical storm watches are warnings were issued in many parts of Florida as Potential Tropical Cyclone 4 approaches the Gulf this weekend.
Former JEA CEO Zahn is set to do 4 years in a minimum security facility. What will life be like for him there?
Read full article: Former JEA CEO Zahn is set to do 4 years in a minimum security facility. What will life be like for him there?After former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn was sentenced to four years in federal prison for conspiracy and wire fraud on Tuesday, News4JAX wanted to know what life will be like for him when he begins his sentence.
Fair sentence? Former JEA CEO sentenced to 4 years for conspiracy, fraud. What do you think about ruling?
Read full article: Fair sentence? Former JEA CEO sentenced to 4 years for conspiracy, fraud. What do you think about ruling?The former JEA CEO convicted on conspiracy charges in a scheme for a proposed bonus plan that prosecutors said could have paid out millions of dollars to Aaron Zahn and other executives, had the city-owned utility been sold, will spend four years behind bars.
Former JEA CEO guilty of fraud, conspiracy charges sentenced to 4 years in federal prison
Read full article: Former JEA CEO guilty of fraud, conspiracy charges sentenced to 4 years in federal prisonZahn is set to learn his fate on Tuesday afternoon and could be sentenced to up to nine years in federal prison.
Former JEA CEO convicted on federal fraud, conspiracy charges to be sentenced today; faces up to 9 years
Read full article: Former JEA CEO convicted on federal fraud, conspiracy charges to be sentenced today; faces up to 9 yearsZahn is set to learn his fate on Tuesday afternoon and could be sentenced to up to nine years in federal prison.
Attorneys for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn push back against potential sentence of prison time
Read full article: Attorneys for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn push back against potential sentence of prison timePainting a picture of a family man, involved in his community, attorneys for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn are asking a judge to not impose a multi-year prison sentence for his federal convictions of conspiracy and wire fraud, which they say has already taken an immense toll on Zahn and his family, with scrutiny and humiliation leading to a diagnosis of PTSD for the former utility head.
Prosecutors call for ‘multi-year’ prison sentence for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn
Read full article: Prosecutors call for ‘multi-year’ prison sentence for former JEA CEO Aaron ZahnOne week before former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn goes before a federal judge to learn his sentence for conspiracy and wire fraud, federal prosecutors are arguing that punishment should be one of “multi-year incarceration.”
JEA bill too high? Here’s how you can save money with a free in-home assessment
Read full article: JEA bill too high? Here’s how you can save money with a free in-home assessmentIf you think you’re paying too much, you can give JEA a call to schedule a free assessment. They will diagnose the problem and if there isn’t one, they’ll recommend some lifestyle changes.
Ongoing San Jose Boulevard water main break repairs causing traffic headache
Read full article: Ongoing San Jose Boulevard water main break repairs causing traffic headacheA week after a water main break forced the closure of four lanes of the heavily traveled San Jose Boulevard, JEA says the work will continue into the weekend pending conditions, a JEA spokesperson said Wednesday.
TELL US: How has the San Jose Boulevard water main issue affected your commute?
Read full article: TELL US: How has the San Jose Boulevard water main issue affected your commute?A week after a water main break forced the closure of four lanes of the heavily traveled San Jose Boulevard, JEA says the work is likely to continue through the week and into the weekend.
Traffic Alert: Repairs of water main break on San Jose Boulevard hit snag, extending lane closures another week
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Repairs of water main break on San Jose Boulevard hit snag, extending lane closures another weekA week after a water main break forced the closure of four lanes of the heavily traveled San Jose Boulevard, JEA says the work is likely to continue through the week and into the weekend.
Despite recent rainfall, totals are still behind. Here are some ways to save water and your wallet
Read full article: Despite recent rainfall, totals are still behind. Here are some ways to save water and your walletDespite recent rainfall, it says rainfall in June was below average for the fifth consecutive month. There are some simple things people can do to cut down on water usage and their bill.
Traffic Alert: 4 San Jose Boulevard lanes closed for ‘the week’ due to water main break repairs
Read full article: Traffic Alert: 4 San Jose Boulevard lanes closed for ‘the week’ due to water main break repairsLanes on San Jose Boulevard closed Monday night after JEA crews worked to repair a water main break.
Changes coming to the commute downtown as JEA crews install new lines
Read full article: Changes coming to the commute downtown as JEA crews install new linesJEA will detour traffic on A. Philip Randolph Boulevard at the intersection of East Bay Street as the utility works to extend two, 20-inch chilled water mains.
JEA shares tips on conserving energy, water to save money during the hottest months of the year
Read full article: JEA shares tips on conserving energy, water to save money during the hottest months of the yearWith “feels-like” temperatures hitting the triple digits across Northeast Florida, JEA shared tips for customers on conserving energy and managing costs.
JEA urges customers to follow mandatory watering days, limit to twice a week
Read full article: JEA urges customers to follow mandatory watering days, limit to twice a weekWith increasingly high temperatures and little significant rainfall these past several weeks, JEA said on Tuesday it continues to experience exceptionally high demand for its reclaimed water supply, so it strongly urges all drinking and reclaimed water customers to follow mandatory watering restrictions set forth by the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD).
Heatwave leaves JEA customers high and dry; low water pressure, irrigation issues persist in St. Johns County
Read full article: Heatwave leaves JEA customers high and dry; low water pressure, irrigation issues persist in St. Johns CountyThe Spring heat wave and lack of rain have left many St. Johns County neighbors without much water for their lawns.
JEA trims trees ahead of hurricane season to reduce risk of branches falling on powerlines
Read full article: JEA trims trees ahead of hurricane season to reduce risk of branches falling on powerlinesJEA trimmed trees ahead of hurricane season to reduce the risk of branches falling on powerlines and causing power outages.
JEA board approves $560,000 yearly salary for interim CEO despite questions about her appointment
Read full article: JEA board approves $560,000 yearly salary for interim CEO despite questions about her appointmentDespite some questions about why and how a new temporary JEA CEO was selected, the JEA Board of Directors on Tuesday made it official and hired Vickie Cavey and Interim Managing Director and CEO at a salary of over half a million dollars a year.
JEA board approves $560,000 yearly salary for interim CEO amid questions about her appointment
Read full article: JEA board approves $560,000 yearly salary for interim CEO amid questions about her appointmentDespite some questions about why and how a new temporary JEA CEO was selected, the JEA Board of Directors on Tuesday made it official and hired Vickie Cavey and Interim Managing Director and CEO at a salary of over half a million dollars a year.
JEA partners with local nonprofits to bring energy-efficient repairs to Eastside homes
Read full article: JEA partners with local nonprofits to bring energy-efficient repairs to Eastside homesThe City of Jacksonville, LIFT JAX and JEA held a press conference Thursday morning to celebrate a partnership to bring energy-efficient repairs to Eastside homes.
Sentencing delayed for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn
Read full article: Sentencing delayed for former JEA CEO Aaron ZahnProsecutors filed a motion Thursday asking a judge to delay the sentencing trial for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn, who was found guilty in a federal fraud and conspiracy case that would have landed the former executive millions if the utility company was sold.
‘It’s a great inconvenience’: Downed tree, power line due to storms causing issues for residents
Read full article: ‘It’s a great inconvenience’: Downed tree, power line due to storms causing issues for residentsA large tree and power line that was knocked down due to severe weather in Northwest Jacksonville is causing issues for residents.
Legends Center offers extended hours for those affected by storm-related power outages
Read full article: Legends Center offers extended hours for those affected by storm-related power outagesThe City of Jacksonville announced it will keep the Legends Center open until 10 p.m. Saturday for those people who are still being affected by power outages caused by Friday’s storms.
Prosecutors ask to delay former JEA CEO’s sentencing trial, citing complicated legal issues
Read full article: Prosecutors ask to delay former JEA CEO’s sentencing trial, citing complicated legal issuesProsecutors filed a motion Thursday asking a judge to delay the sentencing trial for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn, who was found guilty in a federal fraud and conspiracy case that would have landed the former executive millions if the utility company was sold.
JEA’s Solar Concierge Program helps people decide if solar is right for them
Read full article: JEA’s Solar Concierge Program helps people decide if solar is right for themJEA wants to encourage more customers to go solar. The utility company has a new Solar Concierge Program designed to help customers interested in rooftop solar make an informed decision. Advisors can help answer questions about the potential effects on your electric bill, project costs and recommend verified, local contractors.
Former JEA CEO convicted of federal fraud, conspiracy files motion for new trial, other relief
Read full article: Former JEA CEO convicted of federal fraud, conspiracy files motion for new trial, other reliefFormer JEA CEO Aaron Zahn was found guilty by a federal jury on Friday of attempting to defraud the city-owned utility.
JEA CEO resigns after 4 years leading city-owned utility; interim CEO named
Read full article: JEA CEO resigns after 4 years leading city-owned utility; interim CEO namedThe resignation of JEA CEO Jay Stowe was accepted Monday by the board, marking the official end of his tenure as the head of the city-owned utility after four years at the helm.
‘Morning, Y’all’: JEA CEO sends short, cryptic email to staff amid resignation rumors
Read full article: ‘Morning, Y’all’: JEA CEO sends short, cryptic email to staff amid resignation rumorsA day after the news broke that JEA CEO Jay Stowe is expected to step down from his position leading the city-owned utility — according to multiple sources — Stowe sent a short and cryptic email to the entire staff.
A $72,000 JEA holiday party is getting mixed reaction from customers
Read full article: A $72,000 JEA holiday party is getting mixed reaction from customersIn December, JEA held a holiday party at the Florida Theater for its employees. There was catered food, an open bar, magicians and the total cost was $72,000.
Sound off 📣: How do you feel about the publicly-owned utility, JEA, spending $72,000 on a holiday party?
Read full article: Sound off 📣: How do you feel about the publicly-owned utility, JEA, spending $72,000 on a holiday party?JEA, the publicly-owned utility, recently spent $72,000 on a lavish holiday party for its employees at the Florida Theater.
Could future JEA execs be required to live in Jacksonville going forward?
Read full article: Could future JEA execs be required to live in Jacksonville going forward?The Jacksonville City Council addressed a concern regarding some of JEA’s leadership who make important decisions about the operations but do not live in Jacksonville.
With $4 billion in potential projects in the pipeline, JEA rates expected to climb for years
Read full article: With $4 billion in potential projects in the pipeline, JEA rates expected to climb for yearsSo, when you get your JEA Bill next month you might notice a difference but it may not be in a bad way — at least for now.
JEA faces nearly 900,000 cyberattack attempts in a single day
Read full article: JEA faces nearly 900,000 cyberattack attempts in a single dayWhile a cyberattack in Jacksonville Beach may be surprising, what is also surprising is the number of attempts by hackers to break into JEA's electric and water supply. News4JAX has learned there have been close to 900,000 attempts in just one day to try and break into JEA computers.
Are there any lessons learned after Jacksonville came close to losing one of its most important entities...JEA?
Read full article: Are there any lessons learned after Jacksonville came close to losing one of its most important entities...JEA?Now that the JEA scandal has finally concluded with a federal trial leading to the conviction of the public utility’s former CEO Aaron Zahn, there’s one question that still lingers:
Red Bay Apartments says water is now safe for residents
Read full article: Red Bay Apartments says water is now safe for residentsThe Jacksonville Apartment complex at the center of a News4JAX I-TEAM investigation into potential sewage washing up in tenants water supply has conducted water sampling of its own. It now says the water is safe.
Looking back at former mayor’s ties to proposed JEA sale after former utility CEO’s conviction
Read full article: Looking back at former mayor’s ties to proposed JEA sale after former utility CEO’s convictionFormer Chief Executive Officer of JEA, Aaron Zahn, found guilty of conspiracy and wire fraud on Friday and could spend 25 years in prison. His Chief Financial Officer, Ryan Wannemacher, was found not guilty. Those who were on hand when the proposed sale of JEA was beginning to play out, are starting to speak out.
Former JEA CEO found guilty in federal fraud, conspiracy case; former CFO found not guilty
Read full article: Former JEA CEO found guilty in federal fraud, conspiracy case; former CFO found not guiltyFormer JEA CEO Aaron Zahn was found guilty by a federal jury on Friday of attempting to defraud the city-owned utility.
After jury reaches a verdict for Zahn, deliberations continue for second JEA exec accused of conspiracy, fraud
Read full article: After jury reaches a verdict for Zahn, deliberations continue for second JEA exec accused of conspiracy, fraudOne of the two juries reached a verdict in the federal trial of former JEA executives accused of conspiracy and fraud.
One jury reaches verdict in federal trial of former JEA executives accused of conspiracy, fraud
Read full article: One jury reaches verdict in federal trial of former JEA executives accused of conspiracy, fraudJuries on Thursday are set to begin deliberating the fates of Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher.
Day by day: A look back at the testimony from key witnesses in the trial of two former JEA execs
Read full article: Day by day: A look back at the testimony from key witnesses in the trial of two former JEA execsJurors in the trial of former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher are now considering the testimony of more than 30 witnesses, which they heard over the course of 14 days of court proceedings, as they deliberate whether the two men are guilty or not guilty of conspiracy and wire fraud.
Juries begin deliberations in federal trial of former JEA executives accused of conspiracy, fraud
Read full article: Juries begin deliberations in federal trial of former JEA executives accused of conspiracy, fraudJuries on Thursday are set to begin deliberating the fates of Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher.
Closing arguments wrap in federal conspiracy trial of former JEA executives
Read full article: Closing arguments wrap in federal conspiracy trial of former JEA executivesThe men are charged with conspiracy and wire fraud in connection with a proposed bonus plan that prosecutors said could have paid out hundreds of millions of dollars had the utility been sold.
Courtroom cleared of public, media for part of last day of testimony in trial of former JEA execs facing fraud charges
Read full article: Courtroom cleared of public, media for part of last day of testimony in trial of former JEA execs facing fraud chargesIt was the final day of testimony in the case against former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher who are accused of conspiracy and wire fraud in connection with a proposed bonus plan that prosecutors said could have paid out hundreds of millions of dollars if the utility had been sold.
Federal prosecutors rest case against former JEA executives accused in fraud scheme
Read full article: Federal prosecutors rest case against former JEA executives accused in fraud schemeFederal prosecutors rested their case just after noon on Monday after calling their final two witnesses in their case against former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher who are accused of conspiracy and wire fraud.
Former JEA board member declines to answer more than two dozen questions related to trial of former JEA executives
Read full article: Former JEA board member declines to answer more than two dozen questions related to trial of former JEA executivesCamille Lee-Johnson, the only remaining JEA board member who voted at the July 23, 2019 meeting who has not yet testified at the trial of former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher, invoked her Fifth Amendment right 26 times during a hearing to determine whether she and two other witnesses would be allowed to testify in front of the juries at the trial.
Former Curry staffer says he had no idea about the potential for huge bonus payouts, a continuing theme in JEA trial
Read full article: Former Curry staffer says he had no idea about the potential for huge bonus payouts, a continuing theme in JEA trialTestimony on Thursday was the first time juries heard from a member of former Mayor Lenny Curry’s staff in the federal case against former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn and former CFO Ryan Wannemacher, who are accused of orchestrating what some are calling the largest attempt to defraud the city of Jacksonville.
Attorney testifies former JEA CEO said he would make $40 million if JEA was sold, and had backing of Mayor Curry
Read full article: Attorney testifies former JEA CEO said he would make $40 million if JEA was sold, and had backing of Mayor CurryAttorney Stephen Amdur testified that former CEO Aaron Zahn told him he would make $40 million through a controversial bonus plan if JEA were sold and that Zahn had former Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry’s support.
City lawyer testifies she saw issues with controversial bonus plan for JEA execs, even though she was set to benefit
Read full article: City lawyer testifies she saw issues with controversial bonus plan for JEA execs, even though she was set to benefitOn Tuesday, city attorneys who worked with JEA on those plans testified they were not aware of how much money executives could make even though one of them could have made millions off of the plan.
JEA pushed for accelerated plan to sell utility to alter the narrative after public backlash, investment banker says
Read full article: JEA pushed for accelerated plan to sell utility to alter the narrative after public backlash, investment banker saysMonday marked Day 9 in the federal trial against former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn and his former Chief Financial Officer Ryan Wannemacher, who are both charged with conspiracy and fraud.
Former JEA exec testifies she didn’t speak up about controversial bonus plan because she thought board members knew
Read full article: Former JEA exec testifies she didn’t speak up about controversial bonus plan because she thought board members knewThere was more insight on Friday into what took place behind closed doors in events that could have led to what some say would have been the biggest scheme to defraud the City of Jacksonville.
Former JEA COO testifies she was surprised bonus plan was approved, knew it could result in huge payouts if JEA was sold
Read full article: Former JEA COO testifies she was surprised bonus plan was approved, knew it could result in huge payouts if JEA was soldOn Thursday afternoon, jurors heard from former JEA executive Melissa Dykes during Day 7 of the fraud and conspiracy trial of former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn and former Chief Financial Officer Ryan Wannemacher
After Tennessee-based JEA executive resigns, city council president says he thinks execs should come to work routinely
Read full article: After Tennessee-based JEA executive resigns, city council president says he thinks execs should come to work routinelyThe Jacksonville City Council President and the chair of the JEA board both said Thursday they think it’s best to have employees here live in the area they serve.
Amid nationwide construction worker shortage, high school students get first-hand experience at Jacksonville event
Read full article: Amid nationwide construction worker shortage, high school students get first-hand experience at Jacksonville eventLocal high school juniors and seniors had the opportunity to get first-hand construction experience thanks to an event meant to help them find their passion.
Tennessee-based JEA executive released from her position just after receiving massive raise
Read full article: Tennessee-based JEA executive released from her position just after receiving massive raiseSome of the people who make important decisions about the operations of JEA, a city-owned utility company, don’t even live in Jacksonville.
Ex-JEA board chair had no idea plan she voted for could net $345M in bonus payouts if utility was sold: testimony
Read full article: Ex-JEA board chair had no idea plan she voted for could net $345M in bonus payouts if utility was sold: testimonyFormer JEA board members continued to testify on Wednesday in the case against two former JEA executives involving what some are calling one of the biggest schemes ever to try to defraud the City of Jacksonville.