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Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings and events. 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.
The South Florida Water Management District, along with our local, state and federal partners, works on the largest ecosystem restoration project in the world: Restoring America's Everglades. Did you know that our historic progress will protect the Everglades for future generations and support the ecological health of South Florida's natural resources?
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. - The temporary closure of the Southport Canal, also known as the C-35 Canal, has been extended in order to complete ongoing maintenance work. The canal stretches between Cypress Lake and Lake Tohopekaliga. The S-61 Boat Lock will also be closed to public access during this time. The canal and boat lock are expected to remain closed until Jan. 15, 2022.