Interim leader takes over at JEA as CEO Vickie Cavey takes leave of absence

Interim leader takes over at JEA as CEO Vickie Cavey takes leave of absence

JEA did not provide a reason for the leave of absence, but said that CEO Vickie Cavey is expected to return within the next two months.

Duval War Room targets Mayor Deegan, JEA CEO amid utility probe

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A local political commentary group aimed Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan and public utility chief Vickie Cavey in a social media post Wednesday, accusing both leaders of mismanaging taxpayer dollars. The post, published on X by the conservative account Duval War Room, criticized Deegan and Cavey following months of heightened political tension and… The post Duval War Room targets Mayor Deegan, JEA CEO amid utility probe appe…

JEA CEO Vickie Cavey takes extended leave, effective immediately

JEA CEO and Managing Director Vickie Cavey has begun an extended leave of absence, effective immediately. The city-owned utility announced Cavey’s departure late Wednesday, saying her leave is expected to last more than two weeks but less than 60 days. A JEA spokesperson gave no reason for the leave, saying only that it was not performance-related. Employees learned of her departure at about 4 p.m., the spokesperson said. Board Chairperson M.G. …