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Members of the Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board sit at a long, curved wooden dais during a formal meeting. The agency’s logo and name are prominently displayed on the wall behind them, flanked by the United States and Florida flags.

Governing Board to Meet in Tampa

The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, July 28 at 9 a.m. at the Tampa Service Office, located at 7601 U.S. Highway 301 North. 

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A detailed view of a black irrigation sprinkler nozzle. Multiple fine jets of water radiate horizontally from the brown-capped head, creating a sharp contrast against the vibrant, out-of-focus green grass in the background.

District Extends Modified Phase III Water Shortage

All residents remain under one-day-per-week watering restrictions with strict watering hours through Oct. 1, 2026

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District to Hold Virtual Meeting on Minimum Flows for the Upper Peace River

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) invites the public to a virtual meeting Thursday, June 25, at 5:30 p.m. The purpose of the virtual meeting is to allow for public comment on recommended minimum flows for the Upper Peace River. 

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