The Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council has received the 2022 Governor’s Hurricane Conference Public/Private Award in Innovation for its “Project Phoenix 2.0: The Recovery” initiative. The Regional Planning Council was recognized for its dedication to aiding the community in hurricane preparedness, recovery, and research in Florida. The Regional Planning Council’s Project … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council receives award at Governor’s Hurricane Conference
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Sarasota County reminds community to prepare now for hurricane season
SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Emergency Management is encouraging the community to take steps now to prepare for the start of hurricane season on June 1. According to Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Ed McCrane it's vitally important to know the risk, get prepared and stay informed. "Gather your supplies and make your plans now. Don't wait until a storm is … [Read more...] about Sarasota County reminds community to prepare now for hurricane season
Free Kids’ Summer Beach Runs return to county beaches June 1
SARASOTA COUNTY - The annual Kids' Summer Beach Runs are returning to Siesta and North Brohard beaches June through July, offering one-mile fun runs for kids and families to participate in healthy activities together over the summer. The free Kids' Summer Beach Runs are scheduled as follows:Tuesdays, June 7 through July 26, at Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Road, Siesta … [Read more...] about Free Kids’ Summer Beach Runs return to county beaches June 1
Governing Board to Meet in Tampa
The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Governing Board will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday, May 24, at 9 a.m. at the Tampa Service Office, located at 7601 U.S. Highway 301 North. Based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding fully vaccinated people, wearing masks and social distancing will be optional at the … [Read more...] about Governing Board to Meet in Tampa
District to Hold Peer Review of Wetland-Based Criteria for Minimum Wetland and Lake Levels
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) will hold an independent, scientific peer review of wetland-based criteria for use in establishing minimum wetland and lake levels beginning this month. A minimum level is the level of groundwater in an aquifer or the level of surface water at which further withdrawals would be significantly … [Read more...] about District to Hold Peer Review of Wetland-Based Criteria for Minimum Wetland and Lake Levels