HENDRY COUNTY, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis marked the official opening of the Caloosahatchee (C-43) Reservoir, one of the most significant Everglades restoration projects in Florida history. Joined by state, local, and environmental leaders, Governor DeSantis celebrated the completion of the 10,000-acre reservoir that will improve water quality, protect coastal ecosystems, and expand Florida’s water storage capacity.
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Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next three weeks. For a list of all upcoming meetings, check out our Meeting Calendar. Meeting agendas are available at least seven days in advance.
Meeting format varies for each meeting, and some meetings may be in-person only, virtual only, or a hybrid of both formats, so be sure to check the "Meeting Information" for details.
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The 2025 Florida Python Challenge™ kicks off this week, raising awareness about nonnative species and providing participants a firsthand opportunity to join in the effort to remove invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades ecosystem.
DID YOU KNOW: Invasive pythons are one of the most destructive and harmful species in America’s Everglades.
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Today, South Florida Water Management District (District) Chairman Chauncey Goss released the following statement regarding the signing of the state budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 by Governor Ron DeSantis: