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A Message from MIKE BARTLETT, Structure Controls Analyst, SWFWMD
We have completed the new operational guidelines for the Tsala Apopka Chain of Lakes. Please keep in mind that the guidelines are just that, they are intended to serve as general guidelines for the routine operations of the Districts water control structures.
The guidelines describe operations under three scenarios:
- Low Water Conditions (filling mode);
- Normal Operational Range (filling/conservation modes); and
- High Water Conditions (flood control mode).
Whats New
- The new operational guidelines are based on the recently adopted Minimum Levels for Lake Tsala Apopka (included with the new guidelines), not the previous Guidance Levels.
- Unlike the previous operational procedure, once water can be diverted from the Withlacoochee River into the chain of lakes, all river inflows will be equally distributed between the three pools (i.e., 33.3%-33.3%-33.3%). Previously, the Floral City Pool had to reach its Minimum Low Management guidance level before water would be diverted into the Inverness Pool. Similarly, the water level in the Inverness Pool would then have to reach its Minimum Low Management guidance before water would be discharged into the Hernando.
- Under the new guidelines, the local runoff a pool receives from its watershed will be retained within the pool and not be allowed to discharge to the downstream pool until such time the pool elevation reaches it adopted Minimum Level. At that time, water from the upstream pool may be discharged to the downstream pool if it is below its adopted minimum level.
- Once all three pools have reached their respective Minimum Level, the operation goal is to attempt to bring up the elevations in the three pools equally, while continuing to apportion river inflow equally between the three pools.
We are confident that the new operational guidelines will enhance our ability to fairly distribute resources when they are available. Please remember that these are new guidelines and changes may have to be made as we continue our effort to improve upon the operation of the system.
As always, if anyone has any questions or concerns regarding the new guidelines please do not hesitated to call or email.
MIKE BARTLETT, Structure Controls Analyst
Operations Department, Southwest Florida Water Management District
2379 Broad Street
Brooksville, Florida 34604
Voice: (352) 796-7211 #4515
mike.bartlett@swfwmd.state.fl.us
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"State Water Czar idea resurfaces"
Presidents Message:
Economic recovery, real estate values, business growth, employment - all will lag in Citrus County and the Nature Coast if we lose local control of our water.
We hope we can count on your support to combat this attack again.
Al Grubman
President
TOO FAR, Inc. and
TOO FAR Water and Natural Resources Foundation, Inc.
Please contact your representatives:
Click here to send an Email
to the ALL of following:
- Senator Charles Dean
- dean.charles.web@flsenate.gov
- Senator Mike Fasano
- fasano.mike.web@flsenate.gov
- Representative Ron Schultz
- Ron.Schultz@myfloridahouse.gov
- County Commissioner Gary Bartell
- gary.bartell@bocc.citrus.fl.us
- County Commissioner Dennis Damato
- dennis.damato@bocc.citrus.fl.us
- County Commissioner John Thrumston
- john.thrumston@bocc.citrus.fl.us
- County Commissioner Joe Meek
- joe.meek@bocc.citrus.fl.us
- County Commissioner Winn Webb
- winn.webb@bocc.citrus.fl.us
Read more on the topic:
- Interim Report 2010-114, Chapter 373, F.S., Water Resources
- Issued by the Committee on Environmental Preservation and Conservation staff on Sept. 2009
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January 2010 |
TOOFAR
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Your help is needed to oppose an application
for a landfill adjacent to Green Swamp
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is expected to issue on Dec. 12 a letter of intent to approve/deny permit applications for a Class 1 landfill in Pasco County on a site that would be less than a mile from the Withlacoochee River and adjacent to the Hillsborough River and the headwaters of the Green Swamp.
Click here for additional information.
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FWC Report Examines
Floridas Next Half-Century
The FWC (Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission) heard a sobering summary of a report being prepared describing what might happen in Floridas environment by 2060, unless residents and leaders adopt smart growth strategies. The report, titled "Florida 2060: Whats at stake for wildlife?" is available on the FWC website. It notes, based on a report by 1000 Friends of Florida, that the states human population could double to 36 million, and millions of acres of important wildlife habitats could disappear beneath development, unless Florida adopts different growth patterns.
What does the future hold for Floridas fish and wildlife? Thats up to all of us.
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Other Meetings of Interest:
Citrus County Task Force
Lecanto Government Building
3600 West Sovereign Path
Room 166
Lecanto, FL 34461
Public input welcome at Citrus County Task Force meeting
Citrus County Task Force meetings are generally held on the 2nd Monday of the month from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. For information regarding future Citrus County Task force meeting dates, times and locations, call Josie Guillen, Administrative Assistant 2 at SWFWMD. You can reach Josie at (352) 796-7211 x4227 or email her with questions and concerns at: josie.guillen@swfwd.state.fl.us.
Let SWFWMD know you are concerned about our water. Get involved!
SWFWMD Governing Board
Tampa Service Office
7601 US 301
Tampa, FL 33637
813-985-7481 OR 1-800-836-0797
All meetings are open to the public
Agenda and Meeting Information
District Headquarters
2379 Broad Street
Brooksville, FL 34604
Phone: (352) 796-7211
The Governing Board establishes policies for our 16-county area.
Withlacoochee River Basin Board
Brooksville
The eight Basin Boards provide guidance for local programs that are specific to the basins they protect.
Advisory committees:
Advisory committees obtain input on District programs, projects and related resource management issues.
Citrus County Commissioners
Citrus County Courthouse
110 North Apopka Avenue, Room 100
Inverness, FL 34450
Phone: (352) 341-6560
The regular Board meetings are now being held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm.
Citrus County Government meetings are broadcast LIVE on Channel 9 on Comcast Cable and Channel 622 on Bright House Cable.
Or view them on-line:
Minutes of the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners
Sumter County Commissioners
Colony Cottage Regional Recreation Center
510 Colony Boulevard
Parlor Room
The Villages, FL 32162
Phone: (352) 793-0200
or:
Government Annex
910 North Main Street
Room 142
Bushnell, FL 33513
Phone: (352) 793-0200
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New Links:
View photos of the Culverts installed at Flying Eagle!!!
SWFWMD
State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection - Rules that have been added or updated within the last 30 Days.
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