Welcome to the WaterMatters Blog. This blog is a chronicle of news, issues and events happening at the Southwest Florida Water Management District.
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District Tightens Water Restrictions
The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board voted today to increase water…
District Conducts Study at Flatford Swamp
A study of Flatford Swamp in Manatee County could lead to a project that could help improve groundwater levels, reduce saltwater…
Experts Educate Public About Water Issues
Community leaders recently gathered with water experts to discuss the needs to protect and…
Governor Appoints Two New Board Members
Governor Rick Scott appointed Joel Schleicher and Rebecca Smith to the Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing…
Central Florida Water Initiative Brings Collaboration
For about 2.7 million residents in a five-county area of Central Florida, the Floridan…
Rock Ponds Project Recognized by Regional Planning Council
The Rock Ponds Ecosystem Restoration Project has become a showcase project for habitat…
District Hosts Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day
The Southwest Florida Water Management District recently held its annual Take Our Daughters and…
District Purchases Portion of Rainbow River Ranch Property in Partnership with The Nature Conservancy
The Southwest Florida Water Management District recently purchased land along the Rainbow River that will help protect the…
District Declares Expanded Phase I Water Shortage
The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board voted today to modify its existing Phase I water shortage…