Guest columnist for the Treasure Coast Newspaper, Judy Orcutt, explains how Florida’s water management districts’s mission is to protect and manage the water quality and availability. She continues to discuss […]
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Florida’s harmful algal blooms are dangerous to humans | Opinion
An opinion piece posted in Florida Today news discusses the political actions needed to combat Florida’s harmful algal blooms to humans. Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Blue-Green Algae Task Force has made […]
Brevard County Commission rejects loosening rules designed to protect wetlands
“County commissioners have decided against moving forward with proposed changes in wetlands protection regulations” according to a recent article in Florida Today news. While a group of development interests sought […]
Florida lawmakers vow to crack down on pollution that contributes to algae problems
According to the Jan 18, 2020 article in Tallahassee.com, “Republican leaders in the Legislature are vowing this year will be different when it comes to improving water quality.” “New regulations […]
Do You Love Oysters?
Oysters are being used to help clean the Indian River Lagoon. Brevard Zoo’s Olivia Escandell, Conservation Coordinator, talks about the process and how oysters help on Space Coast Daily TV. […]
Nine harmful gardening practices for the Indian River Lagoon
We discuss nine harmful gardening practices for the Indian River Lagoon. Do you participate in any of these? If so, then this article will help you understand the effects to […]
Kilroy water monitors in the IRL – $750,000 needed to deploy more
Florida House Bill 4057 was just introduced to the House of Representatives by Rep. Thad Altman with support from Senator Debbie Mayfield. This proposed $750,000 grant, in addition to the […]
Saving the IRL: What’s happening with tax money; what’s in store
This opinion piece posted on FloridaToday.com provides an excellent account of how much money has been collected to date, where the funds are being focused, and progress on several projects. […]
IRL Sales Tax Making Progress
The Indian River Lagoon half cent sales tax is making progess! Read all about it here.
Indian River Lagoon Day – Nov 9th
Visit the Brevard Indian River Lagoon Coalition’s tent at Front Street Park! Get ready for a fun day of music, food, kids’ games, kayaking, and more at Melbourne’s Indian […]