District seeks public input on draft 2026 Indian River Lagoon, Upper St. Johns River basin plan

The St. Johns River Water Management District has opened the public comment period for the draft 2026 Indian River Lagoon and Upper St. Johns River Basin Plan.

The draft plan outlines priorities and projects to improve water quality, support ongoing restoration efforts and guide water resource management across both basins within one strategic plan. Public input is an important part of the planning process and will help ensure the final plan reflects community needs, local knowledge and regional priorities. The District held a public meeting on Feb. 12 to provide an overview of the draft plan and answer questions from attendees.

The draft document and an online public comment form are available on the District’s website at sjrwmd.com/documents/plans/#basin-plans.

Public comment will be accepted through March 18, 2026, and feedback received during this period will help inform revisions before the plan is finalized.

Residents, community partners and interested parties are encouraged to review the draft and share their input.

For more information about the District’s efforts in the Indian River Lagoon, visit sjrwmd.com/waterways/indian-river-lagoon.

To learn more about the Upper St. Johns River, visit sjrwmd.com/waterways/st-johns-river/upper.