News

2006

March

Charlotte County Creeks to be Treated for Water Hyacinth and Water Lettuce »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of Shell Creek and Prairie Creek Mar. 27-30. The sites are located upstream of the Henderson Dam in Charlotte County.

District to Hold Disabled Hunt on Hampton Tract »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Hampton Tract will be reserved March 23-25 to allow disabled hunters the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors during a turkey hunt.

Shoreline Restoration Will Prevent Erosion, Provide Habitat along Lake Morton »

A cooperatively funded project between the Southwest Florida Water Management District and the City of Lakeland will restore Lake Morton shoreline, which in turn will prevent erosion, improve water quality and provide natural habitat.

Lake Tarpon to be Treated for Water Hyacinths »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinths on portions of Lake Tarpon Mar. 2023.Scattered infestations of these plants will be treated within shoreline areas and canals on Lake Tarpon.

Kings Bay residents will Know Where It Flows »

Beginning next week, residents around Kings Bay will receive a special mail delivery that will show them just how easy it is to keep their bay beautiful.

Project to Reduce Erosion and Improve Water Quality »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is working with the City of Safety Harbor on a project that will reduce erosion within the Harbor Woods Village subdivision and improve water quality in Tampa Bay.

Organization Recognizes District for Providing Access to Disabled Hunters »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District was recently recognized by the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF)/Wheelin’ Sportsmen for its commitment to providing disabled outdoor enthusiasts opportunities to enjoy the wilderness.

Governor Reappoints One Member, Appoints Two New Members to Governing Board »

Gov. Jeb Bush recently reappointed one member and appointed two new members to the Governing Board of the Southwest Florida Water Management District.

February

Jump into Water Conservation at Spring Festival! »

The Marion County Spring Festival will be more “Florida-friendly” because of the addition of a water conservation restroom station. The Southwest Florida Water Management District is bringing the water conservation restroom station to the event, which is being held Mar.

District to Treat Hydrilla on Rainbow River »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating hydrilla in Marion County March 6-9. Infestations of hydrilla will be treated on the Rainbow River from the County Road 484 bridge to where the river meets the Withlacoochee River.

District to Treat Braden River for Water Hyacinths »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinths and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River March 6-9. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.

Crystal Springs Preserve Receives Grant for Workshops »

A series of workshops aimed at familiarizing seasonal residents of Crystal Springs and Zephyrhills with Florida habitat and Florida-friendly landscape practices will begin March 6 at the Crystal Springs Preserve.

Water Conservation: Off and Running at Steeplechase »

Race fans will be able to enjoy the comforts of a water-conserving restroom station at this year’s Little Everglades Steeplechase.

Controlled Burns Scheduled for Prairie-Shell Creek Property »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be conducting “controlled, prescribed burns” during March and April on the Prairie-Shell Creek property. The Charlotte County site is west of U.S. Hwy. 17 and east of the Peace River, approximately 8 miles northeast of Punta Gorda.

Southwest Florida Water Management District Receives $1 Million for FARMS Program »

State Sen. Michael Bennett and Rep. Nancy Detert recently presented a $1 million check to the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) in support of the Facilitating Agricultural Resource Management Systems (FARMS) program.

Wetlands Treatment System Recommended for Lake Hancock Outfall »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board approved a nitrogen reduction goal for water discharging from Lake Hancock and a preliminary treatment plan to achieve those goals.

Lake Clinch Project Will Improve Flow, Reduce Flooding »

A cooperatively funded project among the Southwest Florida Water Management District, Polk County and the City of Frostproof will reduce flooding in the Lake Clinch area by improving flow between Lake Clinch and Reedy Lake.

Controlled Burn Scheduled for Myakka River Project Property »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be conducting “controlled, prescribed burns” during the months of February through April on the District’s Myakka River Project property. The property is located between I-75 and U.S. Hwy. 41 and between Myakka River and North Port.

Water Conservation a Part of Heritage Celebration »

Attendees of this year’s African American Heritage Celebration will be able to enjoy the comforts of a water-conserving restroom. The Southwest Florida Water Management District is bringing its water conservation restroom station to the event, which is being held Feb.

Project will improve water quality and restore habitat »

A restoration project cooperatively funded by the Southwest Florida Water Management District and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will improve water quality and restore wetlands habitat in the Carrollwood area of Hillsborough County.

Workshop Aims to Make Hernando County Yards »

Hernando County residents interested in learning about how to create beautiful landscapes, conserve water and protect the environment can take advantage of a unique educational opportunity.

Freeze Alert for Homeowners with Wells in »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is advising residents who live near Plant City and Dover that they should switch off the pumps on their wells tonight and leave the pumps off until the temperatures warm up Tuesday morning.

New Maps will Identify Flood Hazards in DeSoto and Hardee Counties »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to update flood hazard maps in DeSoto and Hardee counties.

Gardeners Can Benefit from Florida-Friendly Native Plant Landscaping Workshop and Native Plant Sale »

Gardeners will have the opportunity to learn some new gardening techniques at a Florida-Friendly Native Plant Landscaping Workshop being held this Saturday, Feb. 11 at South Florida Community College (SFCC), Hardee Campus.

District to Treat Water Hyacinth and Water Lettuce »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of the Braden River Feb. 13-16. The sites are located south of State Road 70 in Manatee County.

January

District to Treat Water Hyacinth and Water Lettuce »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating water hyacinth and water lettuce on portions of Shell Creek and Prairie Creek Feb. 6-9. The sites are located upstream of the Henderson Dam in Charlotte County.

Aerial Mapping Project Begins in Sumter County »

A multi-year aerial mapping project funded by the Southwest Florida Management District and Sumter County will help predict flooding and water quality problems by updating the county’s topographical maps.

Crystal Springs Foundation Receives Community Education Grant »

The Crystal Springs Foundation will receive a $1,800 grant from the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s 2006 Community Education Grant Program.

Community Education Grants Distributed to Manatee and Sarasota County Projects »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is proud to announce the recipients of the 2006 Community Education Grant Program. The grants, which are up to $5,000 each, will help fund projects that provide communities the opportunity to learn about water resources.

Hillsborough County Projects Receive Community Education Grants »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is proud to announce the recipients of the 2006 Community Education Grant Program. The grants, which are up to $5,000 each, will help fund projects that provide communities the opportunity to learn about water resources.

Polk County Projects Receive Community Education Grants »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is proud to announce the recipients of the 2006 Community Education Grant Program. The grants, which are up to $5,000 each, will help fund projects that provide communities the opportunity to learn about water resources.

DeSoto County Project Receives Community Education Grant »

DeSoto County will receive a $3,000 grant from the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s 2006 Community Education Grant Program.

Lake Panasoffkee Preservation Celebration Receives District Funding »

The Sumter County Extension Service Office will receive a $5,000 grant from the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s 2006 Community Education Grant Program.

Upper Hillsborough Alston Tract Reserved for Disabled Hunt »

Approximately 14 disabled hunters are expected to participate in a Hog Still Hunt, Jan. 27-29, on the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Alston Tract, which is part of the Upper Hillsborough. The event is organized by the National Wild Turkey Federation/Wheelin’ Sportsmen.

Spring Festival Receives Community Education Grant »

The Marion County Extension Service Office will receive a $5,000 grant from the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s 2006 Community Education Grant Program.

Citrus County Projects Receive Community Education Grants »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is announcing the recipients of the 2006 Community Education Grant Program. The grants, which are up to $5,000 each, will help fund projects that provide communities the opportunity to learn about water resources.

Board agrees to desalination settlement »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District Tuesday voted 7-4 to approve a settlement agreement with Tampa Bay Water that resolves a dispute over how much water a seawater desalination facility must produce. The agreement also promotes environmental restoration.

Spring Hill Garden Club Receives Community Education Grant »

The Spring Hill Garden Club will receive a $5,000 grant from the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s 2006 Community Education Grant Program.

Pinellas County Projects Receive Community Education Grants »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District is proud to announce the recipients of the 2006 Community Education Grant Program. The grants, which are up to $5,000 each, will help fund projects that provide communities the opportunity to learn about water resources.

District to Treat Hydrilla on Rainbow River »

The Southwest Florida Water Management District will be treating hydrilla on the Rainbow River Jan. 17-19. Infestations of hydrilla immediately upriver of KP Hole Park to the Withlacoochee River in Marion County will be treated.