Blog Archive - 2021
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…