The Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) has approved new charges for Florida City Gas’s (FCG) 2026 Safety, Access, and Facility Enhancement (SAFE) Program. The decision aims to support ongoing improvements to the region’s natural gas infrastructure.
The SAFE Program focuses on key upgrades such as replacing older gas mains, removing higher-risk “orange pipe,” relocating facilities for better access, and updating outdated equipment. In 2025, FCG replaced 31.7 miles of mains and 1,244 services in total, with an additional 18 miles of mains and 1,185 services specifically related to orange pipe replacement.
Starting January 1, 2026, monthly SAFE charges will increase to $8.70 for customers using less than 6,000 therms per year and $11.01 for those using more than 6,000 therms annually. These rates are up from the current $4.66 and $7.77 respectively.
FCG is set to invest around $108 million in system improvements during 2026 as part of its commitment to safety, reliability, and long-term resilience.
The company supplies natural gas to about 116,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers across Miami-Dade, Broward, St. Lucie, Indian River, Brevard, Palm Beach, Hendry, and Martin Counties.
