Tampa Mayor Proclaims Oct. 25 ‘Kimmins Contracting Day’ to Mark Company’s 100th Anniversary TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 25, 2023 – The mayor of Tampa, Jane Castor, has officially designated October 25, 2023, as “Kimmins Contracting Day” in recognition of the civil construction firm’s 100th year in business since its founding, in 1923. The official proclamation marks a high point in … [Read more...] about Tampa Mayor Proclaims Oct. 25 ‘Kimmins Contracting Day’ to Mark Company’s 100th Anniversary
Utilities, Energy
FPL’s House of Savings is Back with More Savings Strategies and $100,000 in Donations to Help Neighbors in Need
Revamped Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Experience Helps Customers Save During Record Hot Summer JUNO BEACH, Fla. – Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) debuts a revamped version of its interactive, augmented reality (AR) tool, the House of Savings. New this year, each time a customer completes the House of Savings mobile experience, $2 will be donated on their … [Read more...] about FPL’s House of Savings is Back with More Savings Strategies and $100,000 in Donations to Help Neighbors in Need
Sarasota County Solid Waste named recycling Program of the Year
SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Solid Waste was named Program of the Year by Resource Recycling, Inc. The Resource Recycling Conference Program of the Year Awards highlights cities and counties taking innovative steps to recover more materials, engage with residents on sustainability, demonstrate excellence in program measurement, and make critical progress in other ways.“It … [Read more...] about Sarasota County Solid Waste named recycling Program of the Year
Public Utilities’ Consumer Confidence Report now available
SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Public Utilities' Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for 2022 is now available online. The report, which details the high quality of Sarasota County's drinking water, includes a summary for the county's customers, gives information about where the county's water comes from, what it contains and how it compares to the standards set … [Read more...] about Public Utilities’ Consumer Confidence Report now available
Microtunnel for City of Tampa Force Main Makes Successful Breakthrough to Tunnel Shaft
TAMPA, Fla., June 1, 2023 – A large-diameter microtunnel machine, which installed a 72-inch-diameter steel casing pipe a total distance of 3,156 linear feet, completed its final penetration into the receiving pit at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, beside Amalie Arena, on April 21. The microtunnel was installed 65-feet deep under the Ybor Turning Basin, Beneficial Drive Bridge, … [Read more...] about Microtunnel for City of Tampa Force Main Makes Successful Breakthrough to Tunnel Shaft