Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Rita Harrod’s organization
Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board Meeting
The Board addressed various resource management and operational issues. Key actions included approving the Starkey Road Watershed Management Plan update, a reimbursement project for Bentley Ranch, and policy changes regarding land management. The Board authorized the conveyance of Channel A to Hillsborough County, issued multiple water use permits, and approved a consent order for environmental violations. Additionally, the Board initiated rulemaking to amend regulations concerning minimum flows for the Upper Peace River, accepted an offer for surplus lands at the Tampa Bypass Canal, and discussed the procurement policy and hydrologic conditions.
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Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board Meeting
The Governing Board reviewed the district's investment strategy and approved the proposed millage rate and tentative budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Key actions included the approval of surplus land sales, authorization of several perpetual and temporary easements, and the ratification of consent orders regarding water use permit violations. Additionally, the board received a hydrologic conditions report and recognized staff for achievements and service milestones.
Jun 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board Meeting
The Governing Board meeting agenda included various financial, resource management, and regulatory items. Key topics discussed were the identification of a new slate of officers for financial documents, approval of Governing Board travel for the Annual Environmental Permitting Summer School, and the renewal of an independent auditing services contract. Additional agenda items covered FARMS projects for Longino Ranch, Inc. and Seaboard Berry Farms, LLC, the approval of floodplain information for watershed management plans in Pasco and Marion counties, and the acceptance of a perpetual easement for the Punta Gorda Heights Hawthorn data collection site. The Board also reviewed general counsel reports regarding emergency orders and discussed administrative reports on hurricane preparedness, hydrologic conditions, and advisory committee updates.
May 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board Governing Board Meeting
The meeting includes the election of Governing Board officers, employee recognition, and the consideration of several consent agenda items such as declaring Water Reuse Week, approving various FARMS projects for agricultural resource management and water conservation, and amending a cattle lease agreement for the Cypress Creek Preserve. Additional discussions involve the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, surplus lands biennial assessment, hydrologic conditions, and a legal order regarding water use permits.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
