JEA urges customers to follow mandatory watering days, limit to twice a week
With 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).
JEA board approves $560,000 yearly salary for interim CEO amid questions about her appointment
Despite 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 despite questions about her appointment
Despite 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.
Sentencing delayed for former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn
Prosecutors 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.
Prosecutors ask to delay former JEA CEOโs sentencing trial, citing complicated legal issues
Prosecutors 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.
JEAโs Solar Concierge Program helps people decide if solar is right for them
JEA 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.
โMorning, Yโallโ: JEA CEO sends short, cryptic email to staff amid resignation rumors
A day after the news broke that JEA CEO Jay Stowe is expected to step down from his position leading the city-owned utility โ according to multiple sources โ Stowe sent a short and cryptic email to the entire staff.
JEA faces nearly 900,000 cyberattack attempts in a single day
While 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.
Looking back at former mayorโs ties to proposed JEA sale after former utility CEOโs conviction
Former 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.
Day by day: A look back at the testimony from key witnesses in the trial of two former JEA execs
Jurors 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.
Courtroom cleared of public, media for part of last day of testimony in trial of former JEA execs facing fraud charges
It 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
Federal 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
Camille 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
Testimony on Thursday was the first time juries heard from a member of former Mayor Lenny Curryโs 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
Attorney 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 Curryโs support.
City lawyer testifies she saw issues with controversial bonus plan for JEA execs, even though she was set to benefit
On 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.
Former JEA exec testifies she didnโt speak up about controversial bonus plan because she thought board members knew
There 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
On 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
Ex-JEA board chair had no idea plan she voted for could net $345M in bonus payouts if utility was sold: testimony
Former 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.
Ex-JEA board members testify they wouldnโt have voted for bonus plan if theyโd known about huge potential payouts
The juries for the first time in the federal trial of two JEA executives accused of trying to take millions in personal profits from a proposed sale of the city-owned utility through a controversial bonus plan heard from a former JEA board member on Tuesday.
As city council auditors pushed for answers on controversial bonus plan, they say they got no response from JEA execs
The trial of two JEA executives accused of trying to take millions in personal profits from a proposed sale of the city-owned utility through a controversial bonus plan entered its second week on Monday.
FBI agent continues to detail investigation into ex-JEA execs accused in conspiracy case on Day 3 of trial
FBI special agent Angela Hill, a member of the local public corruption, returned to stand on Friday to describe her work as from the early stages of the investigation into two former JEA executives who are accused in a complex conspiracy.
Sex, barbecue sauce, and corruption: A look back at the most memorable Jacksonville-area political scandals
The JEA scandal rocked the city and two men could face 25 years in federal prison if convicted, but itโs far from the first headline-grabbing politically-connected scandal to hit the Jacksonville area in recent years.
Ex-JEA execs accused of orchestrating Jacksonvilleโs largest fraud scheme layout defense on Day 1 of federal trial
Opening statements will now begin Wednesday in a trial that is expected to last four weeks. Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher could get up to 25 years in prison if convicted on all charges.
Trial of former JEA execs on track for opening statements Wednesday
Nearly two years after former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher were indicted on federal charges of conspiracy and wire fraud, prosecutors and defense attorneys will give their opening statements to two juries on Wednesday morning.
JEA customers dealing with power outages for several days
For two mornings in a row, JEA customers in parts of Downtown, Springfield and the Eastside have experienced power outages. More than 2,000 customers have been affected. A JEA spokesperson says they are aware of the ongoing outages and are looking into it but thereโs no word on whatโs causing the outages.
How we got here: The federal case against two former JEA executives
A former JEA CEO and his former chief financial officer are preparing to stand trial on federal charges of conspiracy and wire fraud, accused of trying to take millions in personal profits from a proposed sale of the city-owned utility through a controversial bonus plan. Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher were indicted in March 2022, and after numerous delays, their trial is ready to begin, nearly two years after their charges were announced.
Former JEA CEO said โthe mayorโ backed $40M payout if city-owned utility was sold, attorney testifies
With less than three weeks until former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn faces trial on criminal charges of conspiracy and wire fraud, conflicting stories are emerging about the scuttled sale of the city-owned utility in 2019.
Witnesses for upcoming trial of former JEA execs appear at pre-trial hearing
Outside consultants hired by JEA and the city of Jacksonville as the city-owned utility explored privatization in 2019 provided insight into the scuttled attempt to sell the utility, during testimony at a pre-trial hearing for former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher.
Weeks before scheduled trial, attorneys for former JEA execs again ask for a delay
Less than two weeks before their trial on federal conspiracy and wire fraud charges is scheduled to begin, attorneys for former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher are once again asking a judge to delay the start of the proceedings.
Residents โunhappyโ with JEAโs installation of dead grass during septic tank phase-out program
The News4JAX I-TEAM looked into concerns over the city of Jacksonville and JEAโs septic tank phase-out program in several neighborhoods. As the project nears completion, one family is unhappy about the way their yard looks after the construction.
Trial for former JEA execs on track for next month, as defense again requests delays
With less than three weeks until the scheduled federal criminal trial of former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher, prosecutors and defense attorneys were back in a Jacksonville courtroom Wednesday, discussing issues around witnesses, evidence, and jury selection.
Federal judge agrees that prosecutors built case against former JEA execs without protected statements
A federal judge has ruled that two separate juries will be seated for the upcoming trial of former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher, due to how protected statements may be used during their defense.
Judge denies former JEA CEO Aaron Zahnโs request to move upcoming federal trial
A federal judge has denied a request from former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn to move his upcoming criminal trial from Jacksonville to Tampa, finding their arguments regarding pretrial publicity didn't meet the legal standard required to move a trial.
Jacksonville residents, business owners make preparations as impending storm expected to bring heavy winds, rains
As the impending severe storm is expected to bring heavy winds and rains with the possibility of tornados, residents and business owners are doing whatโs needed to protect their properties.
Federal judge finds prosecutors built case against former JEA execs without using protected statements
A federal magistrate judge has found that the criminal case against two former JEA executives was built without the use of protected statements made by the two, even as defense attorneys had argued that the case was tainted and the indictment needed to be dismissed.
Jacksonville company offers to help residents affected by solar panel issues with MC Solar
A solar company is offering to help Jacksonville area residents who were affected by panels installed by MC Solar, the company that has been in the middle of a News4JAX I-TEAM investigation following complaints from customers reporting high bills and little benefits.
City recommends Westside mobile home park owners be investigated by State Attorneyโs Office for sky-high water bills
City leaders are recommending the case involving Moore Enterprises โ owner of Three Seasons, Orange Park North and Americana Mobile Home Parks โ now be investigated by the State Attorneyโs Office after missing their Friday deadline to explain why they charged outrageously high water bills to one of its residents.
Westside homeowner demands answers from solar panel company after paying thousands and seeing โno benefitโ
A Westside homeowner is demanding answers from a solar energy company after she said they guaranteed she wouldnโt pay for JEA, and now, she is stuck with the monthly bills from both JEA and the solar panels that cost her thousands of dollars.
Disabled veteran at center of dispute over $2,200 water bill from mobile home park gets new outrageously high bill
A disabled veteran who turned to the News4JAX I-TEAM earlier this month after she was threatened with eviction by her landlord if she didnโt pay a $2,200 water bill, says she just received a new outrageously high water bill from the mobile home park.
Boil water advisory lifted for 25K customers in parts of Southside, Nocatee after water main repaired
A precautionary Boil Water Advisory that affected approximately 25,000 JEA customers, including several neighborhoods, a hospital, and a number of schools, was lifted at 5 a.m. Thursday, two days after a water main break on Jacksonvilleโs Southside.
Water main break triggers boil water alert for 25K customers in parts of Southside, Nocatee
JEA crews are repairing a damaged water main near Philips Highway and Greenland Road. Customers in the southeast portion of JEAโs service territory, including the Philips Highway corridor south into Nocatee, may experience poor pressures or no water.