Posted on: December 17, 2020
Homestead Public Services (HPS) Energy received national commendation from the American Public Power Association for its support to restore electric power to the community of Lafayette, Louisiana in the wake of Hurricane Delta earlier this year.
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Posted on: November 2, 2020
Homestead Public Services (HPS) Energy received statewide recognition at the Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) Energy Connections Virtual Conference for its efforts to offer extra community services through the Homestead Energy Lend a Hand Pro...
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Posted on: October 9, 2020
Homestead Public Services (HPS) Energy crews are joining more than 140 Florida public power personnel and Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) utilities headed to Louisiana to assist with power restoration efforts as Hurricane Delta approaches la...
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Posted on: July 31, 2020
Homestead is currently under a tropical storm warning as Hurricane Isaias continues its track. Due to the expected arrival of tropical storm conditions on Saturday, August 1, 2020, all City of Homestead Parks will be closed. General storm preparedness tip...
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Posted on: July 31, 2020
Homestead is currently under a tropical storm watch as Hurricane Isaias continues its track. The City of Homestead is continuing to monitor the progress of the storm and will keep residents updated of additional notices or modifications to city services. ...
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Posted on: July 30, 2020
The City of Homestead is currently monitoring the path of Tropical Storm Isaias and will keep residents advised of watches, warnings, and any other notices. At this time, there are no planned sandbag distributions or modifications to City Services. Genera...
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Posted on: July 30, 2020
Homestead Public Services Energy Director Barbara Quiñones was reelected Chair of the Board of Directors for the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA). This is her second term as Chair. Quiñones previously served as FMPA&a...
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Posted on: May 5, 2020
Hurricane season officially begins June 1st and ends November 30th. It is time to start making preparations such as tree trimming and cleaning out unwanted debris. The City urges all residents to prepare now. Find more resources and in...
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Posted on: April 23, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Homestead Public Service (HPS) Energy is lowering bills for customers. In the month of May, residential customers will receive a one-time bill credit of 27%. Due to the hardship many are facing, HP...
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Posted on: April 20, 2020
Homestead Public Services Energy (HPS Energy) has earned a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® Diamond Level designation from the American Public Power Association for providing reliable and safe electric service. This is the highest l...
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Posted on: April 8, 2020
The City of Homestead has issued an order urging residents to wear a mask or other personal protective equipment while out in public. This is an additional safety measure being implemented under the State of Emergency declared in response to the...
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Posted on: April 7, 2020
The City of Homestead’s Emergency Management Staff continues to address the COVID-19 pandemic with public safety measures designed to decrease transmission of the virus and protect residents and staff. As of 10am, Tuesday, April 7, 202...
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Posted on: March 19, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19. Major updates for this Inside Homestead Special Report include the closure of all City Parks and closure of non-essential businesses. Watch...
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Posted on: March 19, 2020
As of Friday, March 20, 2020, the City of Homestead will launch a Coronavirus Hotline for residents to get the resources and answers they need during the current coronavirus, or COVID-19, outbreak. Phone lines are open 8am – 5pm Monday...
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Posted on: March 19, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19. Staff is in contact with Miami-Dade County, the State of Florida, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other agencies following ...
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Posted on: March 18, 2020
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak and restrictions imposed by Miami-Dade County Emergency Orders, Homestead Public Services (HPS) is offering accommodations to its customers including the suspension of non-payment shut-offs and a waiver ...
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
The City of Homestead declared a State of Emergency Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in response to the national and regional outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus, COVID-19. By declaring a state of emergency, the City is ensuring ample time, resources, and flexi...
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Posted on: March 17, 2020
The City of Homestead declared a State of Emergency Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in response to the national and regional outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus, COVID-19. By declaring a state of emergency, the City is ensuring ample time, resources,...
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Posted on: March 16, 2020
Inside Homestead is bringing you the latest information on the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, as it relates to the City of Homestead. Already, City Staff has implemented deep cleans and sanitization protocols at all City Facilities in the interest of...
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Posted on: March 16, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19 and has implemented deep cleans and sanitization protocols at all City Facilities in the interest of protecting residents and employees. Staff is in contact wit...
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Posted on: March 13, 2020
City of Homestead Staff is continuing to monitor the developing situation surrounding COVID-19 and has implemented deep cleans and sanitization protocols at all City Facilities in the interest of protecting residents and employees. Staff is in c...
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Posted on: November 29, 2019
In this episode of Inside Homestead we're talking about milestones in Downtown Homestead, holiday happenings, and important safety tips. Watch now to find out more!
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Posted on: November 25, 2019
The City of Homestead would like to alert its residents about scams that have been reported by Homestead Public Services customers. A supposed utilities representative calls a home or business and asks customers to make a utility payment over the phone by...
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Posted on: October 23, 2019
Big news this month for the City of Homestead! We're talking about the Homestead Station Grand Opening, city events, financial updates, and award-winning TV. Inside Homestead starts right now...
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Posted on: September 3, 2019
The City of Homestead has lifted the State of Emergency originally declared Friday, August 30, 2019 in response to Hurricane Dorian. All City operations are running on a normal schedule.
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Posted on: August 31, 2019
The Offices of the City of Homestead will be closed Monday, September 2, 2019 in observance of Labor Day. Emergency Management Staff is still monitoring the progress of Hurricane Dorian and encourages residents to remain prepared. Emer...
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Posted on: August 31, 2019
The latest forecast for Hurricane Dorian looks promising for Homestead. As of now, it is unlikely that we will feel significant impacts, but there is a possibility of Tropical Force winds. The City of Homestead urges residents to remai...
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Posted on: August 30, 2019
The City of Homestead declared a State of Emergency Friday, August 30, 2019 in response to Hurricane Dorian – a major Category 3 storm approaching Florida. By declaring a state of emergency, the City is ensuring ample time, resources, and flexibility to g...
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Posted on: August 30, 2019
In light of the expected impacts of Hurricane Dorian, the City of Homestead will offer sandbag distributions for residents on Saturday, August 31, 2019 from 10am to 4pm at Roby George Park (211 SW 11th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030) and the Homestead Sports...
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Posted on: August 30, 2019
The City of Homestead is continuing to monitor Hurricane Dorian and encourages all Homestead residents to check their hurricane plans. The current forecast shows impacts to Homestead coming as early as Sunday morning. There is currentl...
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Posted on: August 29, 2019
In light of the expected impacts of Hurricane Dorian, the City of Homestead will offer sandbag distributions for residents on Friday, August 30, 2019 from 12pm to 7pm at Roby George Park (211 SW 11th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030) and the Homestead Sports C...
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Posted on: August 29, 2019
The City of Homestead is currently monitoring Hurricane Dorian and encourages all Homestead residents to check their hurricane plans. It is too early to know the exact impacts for South Florida, but wind and rain impacts are likely late this weekend into ...
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Posted on: August 28, 2019
The City of Homestead is monitoring the progress of Tropical Storm Dorian and encourages all residents to check their hurricane plans. There is no immediate danger and we will continue to keep you updated. For emergency preparedness tips and important con...
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Posted on: August 13, 2019
This episode has good news about Homestead schools, the latest on entertainment and retail in Downtown Homestead, and HPD's Cookies with Rookies event. Inside Homestead starts right now…
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Posted on: July 17, 2019
Homestead Public Services Energy Director Barbara Quiñones was elected Chair of the Board of Directors for the Florida Municipal Power Agency (FMPA). She replaces outgoing Chair Bill Conrad and has served as Vice Chair of the Board since 2014. ...
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Posted on: July 2, 2019
We’re talking about hurricane prep, record low crime stats, and the best fireworks show in South Florida. Tune in now to find out more about what's happening in your community on Inside Homestead.
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Posted on: May 31, 2019
Hurricane season officially begins June 1st and ends November 30th. It is time to start making preparations such as tree trimming and cleaning out unwanted debris. The City urges all residents to prepare now. Find more resources and in...
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Posted on: May 1, 2019
In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, Homestead Public Services is urging Homestead residents and businesses to review important electric safety measures that can prevent electrically related fatalities, injuries and property loss b...
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Posted on: April 25, 2019
On this episode of Inside Homestead, we're talking about events in Downtown, big honors for Homestead Police, and the Special Olympics. Watch now to find out more...
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Posted on: March 13, 2019
In this episode of Inside Homestead, we're talking about downtown developments, science Saturdays, and your National Parks. Watch now to find out more!
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