Blog Archive
May 2023
Governing Board Holds Officer Elections
May 23, 2023:
The District’s Governing Board voted Tuesday for the latest slate of officers for the 2023-2024 term.
Governing Board members are unpaid, citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed…
February 2023
Students Honored for Science Projects That Search for Water Solutions
February 16, 2023: Innovative ways to test and track water were the themes of this year’s student winners of the District’s Water Matters! Awards.
The District recently awarded three students with the Water Matters! Award for…
January 2023
Skip a Week of Irrigation
January 27, 2023: The cooler months of January and February are the perfect time to train your lawn to need less water.
During cooler temperatures, grass does not need as much water. Research has found your lawn only needs…
May 2022
Governing Board Elects New Officers
May 24, 2022: The District’s Governing Board voted Tuesday for the latest slate of officers for the 2022-2023 term.
Governing Board members are unpaid, citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by…
Certified Staff Save District Time and Money
May 12, 2022: Multiple District staff members have earned a new a certification, which will save time, money and resources.
Eleven employees in the Environmental Resource Permit Bureau are now Certified Wetland…
April 2022
Water Conservation at the Office
April 26, 2022: Many of the tips the District promotes for Water Conservation Month can be found in use at its own campuses.
For example, District-owned offices in Tampa and Brooksville have water-efficient toilets, water…
10 Polk County Cities Require Florida Water Star℠ Standards
April 20, 2022: Polk County is taking a lead in water conservation as nearly a dozen cities pass laws requiring new homes to be built more water efficient.
As the Polk Regional Water Cooperative (PRWC) works to develop…
March 2022
Advisory Committees Provide Key Input
March 31, 2022: For decades, the District’s five advisory committees have played an important role in providing input on water management programs, projects and related issues. The diverse committees are made up of volunteers…
Students Recognized for Science Projects That Search for Water Solutions
March 29, 2022: The District recently presented the Water Matters award to three Pasco County students searching for solutions to improve water quality and sustain freshwater supplies.
The Water Matters awards were given as…
November 2021
Former District Governing Board Chairman Jeff Adams Recognized for His Service
November 16, 2021: Former District Governing Board Chairman Jeff Adams was recognized Tuesday for his service to the District.
The District's current Governing Board members recognized Adams during its meeting, noting all the…
October 2021
Innovative Programs Help Ensure Water Supply
October 22, 2021: For the past 60 years, the District has worked to protect water resources and ensure the public’s water needs are met. But as Florida’s population continues to grow, it will take careful planning and…
September 2021
District Changes Camping Rules
September 27, 2021: The District offers a variety of free camping opportunities across our 16 counties. Starting Oct. 1, new rules will be enforced to create a more consistent and efficient system and increase availability to…
The District's Digital Evolution Brings New Challenges
September 2, 2021: From floppy disks to flash drives to files in the cloud, technology has come a long way over 60 years at the District.
“We have moved countless applications into the cloud environment. This will continue to…
August 2021
District Operates Water Control Structures in Response to Rainfall
August 5, 2021:
Portions of Citrus County received more than 10 inches of rain in the last four days, including more than six inches Monday night. This prompted District staff to raise the gates of the Inglis…
July 2021
Legislation Provides Key Programs and Protection
July 27, 2021: During the District’s 60-year history, new laws established through the decades have helped the District protect water quality and natural systems. Here’s a look at some of the key legislation and programs…
May 2021
Governing Board Officers Elected to New Term
May 25, 2021: The District’s Governing Board voted Tuesday for the latest slate of officers for the 2021-2022 term.
Governing Board members are unpaid, citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by…
April 2021
A Day in the Life of an Environmental Scientist
April 13, 2021: In honor of Springs Protection Awareness Month, Madison Trowbridge shares what it’s like to be a springs scientist at the District, the important work she does and why she loves it.
When I was a kid, I…
March 2021
Study Examines Fish Population of Rainbow River
March 12, 2021: Taking a trip to one of the Sunshine State's beautiful springs soon? If so, you may see a popular “sunny” fish while you're there.
Almost 40 percent of all fish found in the Rainbow River System were the…
February 2021
Weather Plays Key Role in District's 60-Year History
February 10, 2021: A devastating weather year led to the creation of the District and weather continues to guide the District’s policies and procedures during the last six decades.
As the District celebrates its 60th…
January 2021
Hudson Bayou Project Wins Stormwater Award
January 5, 2021: A District restoration project in Sarasota County recently won an award from the Florida Stormwater Association (FSA).
The Hudson Bayou In-Stream Restoration and Water Quality Improvements Project recently…
December 2020
Study Shows Positive Impact of Restoration
December 3, 2020: A recent study of District restoration projects showed restoring coastal wetlands has a positive impact on populations of juvenile sportfish.
The Tampa Bay Environmental Restoration Fund paid for a study…
November 2020
National Association Recognizes District Staff Member
November 30, 2020: Asmita Shukla, lead hydrologic data analyst, recently received the A. Ivan Johnson Award for young professionals from the National American Water Resources Association. This award recognizes future leaders of…
August 2020
Governing Board Officers Begin New Term
August 25, 2020: The District’s Governing Board voted Tuesday on a new slate of officers for the 2020-2021 term.
Governing Board members are unpaid, citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the…
Apply for a Splash! Grant Today
August 25, 2020: Whether students are in the classroom or learning from home, the District’s Splash! school grants are the perfect way to provide a hands-on opportunity to learn about water resources.
The District’s…
May 2020
Splash! Grants Bring Water Education to Students
May 27, 2020: As the school year comes to a close, so does another successful season of the District’s Splash! school grant program. This year the District awarded 65 Splash! grants to K-12 educators to help enhance and…
April 2020
Conserving Water While at Home
April 1, 2020: While we shelter at home to stay safe, it’s also a great time to find ways to conserve water. April is Water Conservation Month and there are plenty of ideas, both indoor and outside, for your entire family to…
March 2020
District Names Annual Award Winner
March 19, 2020: For nearly three decades, Carol Lynch, administrative coordinator, has been the heart of the District’s Regulation Division. Among her many duties, she helps the public schedule permitting meetings, assists…
February 2020
Citrus County Workshop Addresses Water Issues
February 13, 2020: Where do you think most of the water pollutants in our region come from? Did you know that about half of them come from septic tanks?
That’s according to Dr. Mary Lusk, faculty in the Soil and Water Science…
January 2020
Staff Educate at Youth Festival
January 27, 2020: Hundreds of second-grade students experienced animals, art projects, exhibits and more all while learning the importance of natural resources and careers in science.
The students were at the recent Water,…
Water Management Experts Come Together for Training
January 22, 2020: Staff from four water management districts across the state recently attended a week-long training at District headquarters to learn more about a software program that facilitates environmental flow…
September 2019
District Awarded 2019 Outstanding Landowner of the Year Award
September 18, 2019: Hundreds of wounded veterans and active-duty members have hunted deer, hogs, turkeys and alligators and shared experiences with each other thanks to the District’s partnership with Operation Outdoor Freedom.…
August 2019
District Staff Manage Invasive Vegetation to Help Prevent Flooding on Lake Panasoffkee
August 28, 2019: To help lower lake levels and prevent flooding, the District recently partnered with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the University of Florida Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants and…
Forum Focuses on the State of Water
August 16, 2019: Sustainability and environmental policy professionals recently gathered to talk about the state of water in Florida.
Sustainable Florida hosted the forum in Sarasota to discuss issues surrounding water…
July 2019
Splash! Grants Enhance Classroom Lessons
July 31, 2019: From building water-conserving gardens to visiting a local estuary, District Splash! grants provide students the opportunity to learn about water resources in a hands-on way.
The Splash! school grant program…
Employee Turns Passion into Print
July 24, 2019: Staff Hydrogeologist Cortney Cameron’s love for comics began when she was little. Some of her earliest memories involve playing her dad’s Nintendo Entertainment System. She loved the Legend of Zelda, and other…
Register for Water School
July 12, 2019: Residents who are curious about Florida’s water resources are in luck— they can now attend “Water School.”
The District is partnering with the UF/IFAS Extensions of Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties…
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…
June 2019
Governing Board Elects Officers
June 25, 2019: The District’s Governing Board voted in a new slate of officers Tuesday for the 2019-2020 term.
Governing Board members are unpaid, citizen volunteers who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the…
Staff Study Past Storms to Prepare for Hurricane Season
June 3, 2019: Florida residents experienced the catastrophic effects when the Panhandle was struck by Hurricane Michael in October 2018. Observing the preparation and devastation from that devastating storm was an eye-…
May 2019
Community Builds Out With Florida Water Star℠
May 22, 2019: On Top of the World (OTOW), an active adult community in Ocala, plans for all future homes to achieve Florida Water Star℠ (FWS) certification over the next 20 years, saving residents millions of dollars and…