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New Resources Highlight Recreation Options in District
There are thousands of acres of recreational lands throughout the District and most of them are free to visitors. Now the District has two new resources to give more information about these opportunities.
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District Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Funds Water Resources Projects
On Tuesday, the Southwest Florida Water Management District's (District) Governing Board adopted a $224.8 million budget for fiscal year (FY) 2024, including approximately $92.4 million for Cooperative Funding Initiatives and District grants for water resources projects.
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Governing Board to Meet in Tampa (Note: 3 p.m. start time)
The Southwest Florida Water Management District's Governing Board will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 3 p.m. at the Tampa Service Office, located at 7601 U.S. Highway 301 North.
District to Hold Virtual Workshop on Minimum Flows for Little Manatee River in Hillsborough County
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) invites the public to a virtual workshop Wednesday, Sept.
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Save Our Waters Week Kayak Tour 2023
The District’s Springs Team recently hosted an educational kayak tour of the Chassahowitzka River as part of Save Our Waters Week in Citrus County. The tour helps residents understand how they can protect our resources.
Specialty Beer Made From Recycled Water
Keel & Curley Winery recently brewed a very special beer with recycled water. The beer was made with water supplied by Plant City’s One Water Demonstration Facility and will help educate the public about the viability of recycled water to help ensure Florida’s water supply.
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