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Watch the Weather, Wait to Water!

During the summer months of June, July, August and September
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ePermitting

Your resource for fast access to permit information and applications.
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Data & Maps

Current and historical data about all things water.
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Careers

Our mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met.
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Projects & Programs

Helping protect and restore our water and related resources.
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Springs in West-Central Florida

My Home. My Springs.
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Go to District calendar

Dates, times and documents of District meetings and events.
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Conserving Water

Florida’s water is a precious, limited resource that should be saved whenever possible.
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District Newsroom

Get the latest news from the District.
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Recreation

Get outside and explore your conservation lands.
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Latest News

News Release from SWFWMD

Governor Reappoints Joel Schleicher to the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board

July 15, 2019

Governor Ron DeSantis has reappointed Joel Schleicher of Sarasota to the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s (District) Governing Board for a four-year term. Schleicher represents Charlotte and Sarasota counties.

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Register for Water School

July 12, 2019
The District is partnering with the UF/IFAS Extensions of Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties to offer a Tri-County Resident Water School July 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hillsborough County Extension office in Seffner.
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District Leader Shares Career Advice With Young Professionals

July 10, 2019
Today’s professionals need to not only develop their technical skills but also soft skills like a strong work ethic and positive attitude if they want to build a solid career path. That’s according to Scott Letasi, the District’s Project Management Office chief.
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