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Permitting News You Can Use
Regulatory newsletter focuses on helpful information for permit holders and applicants to understand and navigate the regulatory process.
Cost-share funding opportunities
Applications will be accepted until March 13, 2015, for cost-share funding for water conservation and construction projects that will contribute to water conservation, alternative water supply development, water quality/nutrient-loading reduction or water resource development.
Know your watering days
During Eastern Standard Time, watering is allowed one day per week on designated days. Learn about districtwide watering restrictions.
Lobbyist registration requirements
New requirements went into effect July 1, 2014. Find information for persons who wish to lobby the District and how to register that intent.
Strategic initiatives
The District has identified strategic initiatives, is focusing work and dedicating staff and financial resources to these areas.
Springs protection projects
The District’s Springs Protection Initiative is building on years of work with other agencies to increase knowledge and understanding about the region’s springs, while also working to protect springs systems.
Pages focus on Indian River Lagoon’s health
Stay informed on the work under way to investigate and address challenges facing the Indian River Lagoon.
District news
March 3, 2015
Controlled burn today at Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County
The District is conducting a 142-acre prescribed fire today at the Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County to reduce hazardous fuel loads
Feb. 13, 2015
District partners with Vero Beach to improve lagoon water quality
The District is partnering with the city of Vero Beach on a project to help improve water quality in the Indian River Lagoon
Feb. 10, 2015
Strategy being developed to protect Silver Springs and ensure adequate water supplies
The District is developing a prevention and recovery strategy to avoid or offset unacceptable impacts to Silver Springs that are caused by consumptive uses of water
Jan. 30, 2015
District partnering with GRU on water-saving technology
The District will continue to partner with Gainesville Regional Utilities on its program to replace old analog-style water meters with digital “smart” meters that support water conservation
Dec. 11, 2014
$15 million earmarked for cost-share projects
The District has earmarked $15 million in its fiscal year 2015–2016 budget process to partner with public and private entities on projects that conserve water, contribute to developing alternative water supplies and sources, or improve surface water quality
Dec. 4, 2014
Water control structures opened on Harris Chain
The District opened the Burrell and Moss Bluff locks and dams in Lake and Marion counties on Dec. 5 due to rising water levels. The structures are open for the first time in more than 2 1/2 years
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