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Employee Recognized for Assisting Citizen
A District staff member was recently recognized for his quick thinking when assisting a citizen, possibly saving a life.
Alan…
Volunteers ‘Give a Day’ for Rock Ponds
Forty-four volunteers recently combed the Tampa Bay shoreline and adjacent upland habitats associated with the Rock…
Celebrate Florida Hiking Trails Month on District Lands
Celebrate February as Florida Hiking Trails Month exploring the more than 850 miles of hiking trails on District lands.
Florida…
District Encourages Homeowners to "Skip A Week" of Irrigation This Winter
With the cooler temperatures this week, the District is reminding residents who irrigate their lawns to “Skip a Week” or more of…
18 Ways to Save Water in 2018
Pledge to conserve water in 2018. Here are 18 simple ways to save water:
Turn off the water while brushing your teeth.
Take…
Career Comes Full Circle for District Employee
From an early age, Senior Environmental Scientist Philip Rhinesmith knew he wanted to work in natural resources. …
New System Streamlines Application Process for Job Seekers
The District has made it easier for job seekers to find and apply for career opportunities at the District thanks to a new…
District Internship Program Helps Students Succeed
Finance Intern Joe Powanda starts his day in Procurement by running reports to help the specialists as well as preparing…
Soaring to New Heights
Imagine the excitement of boarding an airplane with 15 of your closest friends to jump out at 1,500 feet with only the wind in…