JEA Leadership Shakeup: CEO Vickie Cavey Steps Down Amid Scrutiny

Jacksonville’s municipal utility is heading toward another leadership transition. Vickie Cavey, who has led JEA as its top executive and managing director since 2024, has tendered her resignation effective September 25.

The departure follows a turbulent stretch for the utility. Cavey had already been away from the job since July, taking an extended leave as the JEA Board of Directors and outside investigators examined the circumstances surrounding her tenure.

Sierra Club Florida, a frequent voice in Jacksonville energy debates, responded to the news. The resignation adds fresh uncertainty to a utility that has repeatedly found itself at the center of public controversy over the past year.