The Jackson Energy Authority’s Board of Directors approved two resolutions during their monthly meeting at The Tennergy Center, Thursday.

“JEA’s board of directors met with two formal items of business which included a building addition at the Royal Street facility and placement of comprehensive risk insurance,” said Monte Jones, chairman of the board of directors, Jackson Energy Authority. “Both items were discussed and approved by the board.

“Also, the board received financial updates along with reports from the Authority CEO.

“Ted Austin, Chief Customer Officer and Senior Vice President was remembered for his dedication and service to JEA as well as various organizations on which he served. Ted was a true gentleman and a friend to many who will be missed very much.”

JEA Customer Centers will be closed from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., to allow Customer Service Employees to attend the funeral of Ted Austin at 11 a.m., today, Friday, October 24.

Resolutions

Authorized the construction of a building addition for JEA’s Building and Grounds at 606 South Royal Street.

Allison Contracting Company of Jackson submitted the low bid of $151,551.

Ratified and approved JEA’s placement of comprehensive risk insurance coverage with the Tennessee Valley Public Power Association – Distributors Insurance Company Program.

(PHOTO: Monte Jones, chairman of the board of directors, Jackson Energy Authority, left, with Monte Cooper, president/CEO, Jackson Energy Authority)