Citizen Owned Energy was created by Lake Worth Beach Electric Utility, a non-profit and citizen-owned utility. We are here to provide reliable, low-cost, and clean energy to our 28,000 customers while giving back to the community.
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida – The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today elected a new slate of officers to preside over the organization’s board of directors. Serving as the executive leadership team of the board are President Ed Liberty, electric utility director of the City of Lake Worth Beach; President-elect Steve Langley, electric utility director of the City of Mount Dora; Vice President Tony Guillen, general manager of the City of Tallahassee Electric & Gas Utility; and Secretary-Treasurer Ricky Erixton, chief electric systems officer of JEA.
January 20, 2026 – Jean St. Simon, Distribution Engineering Supervisor for the City of Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities, brings decades of experience, technical expertise, and collaborative leadership to every project; helping ensure reliable power for the community today and into the future.
December 30, 2025 – Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities linemen are preparing to represent the community at the 2026 Florida Lineman Rodeo in Tallahassee, demonstrating the skill, teamwork, and safety that keep our city powered.
December 2, 2025 – Engineering Field Planner James Woolley plays a vital role in supporting customers, designing field solutions, and advancing grid reliability at Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities.
November 14, 2025 – Lake Worth Beach Electric Utilities’ customer service team serves as the frontline of public power—providing fast, accurate, and compassionate support that keeps the community connected.
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Installed Solar Watts Per Customer



By 2027 our solar energy purchases will yield more renewable energy than the equivalent of having added 1.2 kW of solar panels to every customer’s roof, and at zero construction cost to our customers






