KUA owns, operates, and manages the municipal electric system established by the
City of Kissimmee. The utility is known for its commitment to reliable service and community engagement. KUA operates and jointly owns the Cane Island Power Park and has ownership interests in other generating stations, including coal, natural gas, and nuclear sources. Kissimmee's management of an electric system began on June 28th, 1901, when the Kissimmee City Council passed a resolution authorizing the city’s purchase of the Kissimmee Electric Light Company from W.C. Maynard for $4,293.59. Maynard, a resident of Kissimmee, had been operating the private power company under contract with the city since December 4, 1900. After the purchase, the council appointed a committee to manage the electric system. While the City of Kissimmee has managed the electric system since 1901, it wasn't until October 1st, 1985 that the Kissimmee Utility Authority was created by city charter. Ordinance no. 1285 was adopted by the City Commission on Feb. 19th, 1985, and ratified at referendum March 26th, 1985 by a 2 to 1 vote, becoming effective October 1st, 1985. The utility’s first purchase was a 15-kilowatt generator in 1901, which was sufficient to power 150 100-watt lightbulbs or 13 coffeemakers. In the 1920s, KUA expanded by adding three diesel generators to serve approximately 200 electric customers in Kissimmee. Not until the opening of
Walt Disney World in the 1970's did the utility begin experiencing tremendous customer and energy demand growth. In addition to electric services, KUA provides billing for refuse and stormwater services for the City of
Kissimmee, Florida. == Governance and management ==