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Rain sensor rebates available to Manatee County Utilities customers
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is working with the Manatee County Extension Service and Manatee County Utilities on a rebate program aimed at promoting outdoor water conservation.
Two District projects recognized with Community Design Awards
The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board today celebrated two District projects that received an Award of Excellence at the Hillsborough County Planning Commission 26th Annual Community Design Awards.
Governing Board approves policy to further incorporate energy efficiency into the District's daily operations
The Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board Tuesday approved a new District policy to further incorporate a commitment to superior environmental stewardship and efficiency into the District’s day-to-day operations in support of the state’s Climate Change Initiative.
District renews Floral City Water Association water use permit
The Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board Tuesday renewed and modified a water use permit (WUP) for the Floral City Water Association.
Projects will help citrus groves reduce groundwater pumping in Hardee County
Two Southwest Florida Water Management District projects will help two Hardee County citrus groves reduce groundwater pumping.
Project will help reduce groundwater pumping in Highlands County
A Southwest Florida Water Management District project will help a Highlands County citrus grower reduce groundwater pumping.
Project will help reduce groundwater pumping in Polk County
A Southwest Florida Water Management District project will help a Polk County nursery reduce groundwater pumping.The project involves installing a weather station at the Cherry Lake Tree Farm, which is owned by I.M.G. Enterprises, Inc.
Reassigned and new Governing Board members take oath
Three members of the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board took their oaths of office Tuesday.
Public input welcome at Hernando County Task Force meeting
The public is invited to share ideas concerning potential water resources restoration projects at the upcoming Hernando County Task Force meeting.The meeting is being held Monday, May 5, 3:30 p.m. at the East Hernando Branch Library, 6457 Windmere Road, Brooksville, 34602.
Tampa builders recognized for water-wise landscaping at Parade of Homes event
Two Tampa area home builders were honored for their use of water-wise landscaping.John Cannon Homes was presented with the Water-Wise Landscape Recognition Award Thursday at the annual Tampa Bay Home Builders Association Spring Parade of Homes banquet.
Save water indoors during Water Conservation Month
Did you know that you can save hundreds of gallons of water per month by only running your washing machine and dishwater when it is full? This simple step, along with the other tips below can reduce your indoor water consumption.
Media Alert: "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day" takes on Green theme
Who:Southwest Florida Water Management District staff and approximately 70 children