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Rainfall in October was highly varied across the St. Johns River Water Management District (District), showing greater differences than typical for this time of year. While higher rainfall is usually expected along the coast, this month brought extreme contrasts, with peak totals exceeding 22 inches in parts of Brevard County and less than half an inch recorded in some of Baker County.

Water touches all aspects of life in central Florida, from homes and businesses to communities and the economy, and the rivers, lakes and springs that define who we are. To ensure this vital resource remains sustainable for people and the environment, the St. Johns River Water Management District (District) and its partners are planning ahead for the region’s growing needs.

The St. Johns River and Suwannee River water management districts approved Water First North Florida, a collaborative effort to restore river and spring flows and secure long-term water supplies for the region. The initiative will recharge the Floridan Aquifer with high-quality reclaimed water while supporting ecosystem restoration, economic growth, and community water needs.

The St. Johns River and Suwannee River water management districts on Wednesday approved Water First North Florida, a regional initiative designed to restore flows to the region’s iconic springs and rivers and ensure a sustainable water supply for generations to come.

The District’s Governing Board re-elected Sen. Rob Bradley of Fleming Island to serve as its chair for a fifth consecutive year. The Board also re-elected Maryam Ghyabi-White of Ormond Beach to serve as vice chair; Cole Oliver of Merritt Island as treasurer; and J. Chris Peterson of Winter Park as secretary.

The District invites the public to attend the Central Recreation Public Meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the District’s Apopka Service Center, Econ Conference Room, located at 2501 S. Binion Road, Apopka, Fla. 32703.