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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
April 17, 2019
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY SUPPORTS WATER CONSERVATION
Chassahowitzka and Homosassa Rivers Being Reviewed
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authoritys Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties received a report from the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) regarding its efforts to revisit Minimum Flows and Levels (MFLs) for the Chassahowitzka and Homosassa Rivers. The Board strongly encourages the public to become involved in this process for setting these MFLs. Recognizing the importance of these two rivers to the Withlacoochee region, Board Chair Michelle Stone expressed the need for public involvement in the process of reevaluating the rivers by the SWFWMD, before new limits are set in rule. Its been six-years since SWFWMD collected and analyzed data for each river used for developing MFLs. MFLs are important to the WRWSA and its member governments since they set limits on the amount of water available for withdrawal, not only in the river systems, but in the groundwater basins that contribute flow to the spring and river runs, according to Richard Owen, WRWSA Executive Director. A public workshops will be held on June 11th at the College of Central Florida Conference Center. Additional information regarding the MFL workshop can be obtained by contacting Doug Leeper at the SWFWMD at 352-796-7211, extension 4272. The next WRWSA Board of Directors meeting will be on May 15th at 3:30 pm at the Lecanto Government Building, Room 166, 3600 W. Sovereign Path, Lecanto, Florida 34461.
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
April 17, 2019
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY SUPPORTS WATER CONSERVATION
Declaring April 2019 as Springs Protection Awareness Month
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authoritys Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties adopted Resolution 19-03 declaring April 2019 as "Springs Protection Awareness Month." There are five (5) first-magnitude spring groups within the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority (WRWSA) region that collectively discharge more than one billion gallons of water each day. The Authoritys intent is to focus the publics attention on protecting, maintaining and restoring where necessary the natural springs within the region. These springs are essential to the environment, economy, citizens and visitors of the region. By adopting the Springs Protection Awareness Month Resolution, the Authority is demonstrating its commitment to environmental stewardship, including efforts to conserve and restore the ecological balance of these spring systems.
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
April 17, 2019
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY SUPPORTS WATER CONSERVATION
Declaring April 2019 as Water Conservation Month
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authoritys Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties adopted Resolution 19-02 declaring April 2019 as "Water Conservation Month." The Authoritys intent is to focus the publics attention on the need for and benefits of water conservation, and to highlight the resources available to help the public conserve water. Since 1998, the state of Florida, water management districts, cities, counties and water-related organizations, such as the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association, have declared April as "Water Conservation Month." April is typically the time of year when water demands increase due to generally hot and dry conditions. The Authority urges every consumer and each citizen and business to become more aware of the need to save water, and to take appropriate measures to conserve and protect this vital natural resource by practicing water saving measures.
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RESOLUTION 2019-01
Amendment of the Adopted Budget
for FISCAL YEAR 2018-19 |
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RESOLUTION 2018-03
Proclaiming April 2018 as
"Springs Protection Awareness Month" |
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
March 21, 2018
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY SUPPORTS SPRINGS
Declaring April 2018 as Springs Protection Awareness Month
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authorityºs Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties adopted Resolution 18-03 declaring April 2018 as "Springs Protection Awareness Month." There are five (5) firstmagnitude spring groups within the Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority (WRWSA) region that collectively discharge more than one billion gallons of water each day. The Authorityºs intent is to focus the publicºs attention on protecting, maintaining and restoring where necessary the natural springs within the region. These springs are essential to the environment, economy, citizens and visitors of the region. By adopting the Springs Protection Awareness Month Resolution, the Authority is demonstrating its commitment to environmental stewardship, including efforts to conserve and restore the ecological balance of these spring systems.
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RESOLUTION 2018-02
WRWSA Board of Directors Designates April 2018 as
"Water Conservation Month" |
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
March 21, 2018
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY SUPPORTS WATER CONSERVATION
Declaring April 2018 as Water Conservation Month
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authorityºs Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties adopted Resolution 18-02 declaring April 2018 as "Water Conservation Month." The Authorityºs intent is to focus the publicºs attention on the need for and benefits of water conservation, and to highlight the resources available to help the public conserve water. Since 1998, the state of Florida, water management districts, cities, counties and water-related organizations, such as the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association, have declared April as "Water Conservation Month." April is typically the time of year when water demands increase due to generally hot and dry conditions. The Authority urges every consumer and each citizen and business to become more aware of the need to save water, and to take appropriate measures to conserve and protect this vital natural resource by practicing water saving measures. View additional information about watering restrictions applicable to your area.
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Notice of Meeting:
The Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority (WRWSA) announces a public meeting to which all persons are invited. |
Date and Time:
February 16, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. |
Location:
Citrus County Government Center
Water Resources Conference Room
3600 W. Sovereign Path
Lecanto, Florida 34461 |
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED:
The WRWSA Professional Services Evaluation Committee (PSEC) to review Consultant Statements of Qualifications for the Regional Water Supply Plan Update. The WRWSA has requested "Statements of Qualifications" (SOQ) from consultants interested in providing professional engineering services to complete the project known as the "Regional Water Supply Plan Update." A PSEC has been established to review and evaluate SOQ submittals and make recommendations on professional services selection. |
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RESOLUTION 2018-01
Amendment of the Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2017-18 |
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RESOLUTION 2017-04
Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority (WRWSA) Board of Directors
Supports the Chassahowitzka and Homosassa Rivers SWIM Plans
prepared by the Southwest Florida Water Management District
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WRWSA CERTIFICATION OF RULES 2017
(120.695(2) FLORIDA STATUTES)
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
January 18, 2017
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY ELECTS NEW OFFICERS
Honors former Citrus County Commissioner Dennis Damato for Outstanding Service
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authoritys Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties began the new year by electing a slate of new officers: Hernando County Commissioner Nick Nicholson, serving as Chairman; Marion County Commissioner Michelle Stone serving as Vice-Chairwoman; and Sumter County Commissioner Steve Printz serving as Treasurer. The Authority officially recognized former Citrus County Commissioner Dennis Damato for his outstanding service during his tenure from 2005 through 2016. Mr. Damato served as the Authoritys chairman for four terms, during an important period of time when the Authority was working to update the Charles A. Black Wellfield Contract for Water Supply. During his tenure, Commissioner Damato also led the Authority through a variety of critical projects to the benefit of the entire four-county Withlacoochee region, including joint funding of water conservation grants for member governments; implementation of the Phase II of the Regional Outdoor Irrigation Audit pilot program; coordination for the Southwest Florida Water Management Districts 2015 regional water supply plan; advocacy on behalf of the Authority and member governments on such issues as water use permitting, springs protection, the establishment of minimum flows and levels (MFLs); and influencing statewide comprehensive water policy legislation. The next Authority Board of Directors meeting will be on March 15th at 3:30 pm at the Lecanto Government Building, Room 166, 3600 W. Sovereign Path, Lecanto, Florida 34461. |
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
January 18, 2017
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF SERVICE
Regional Collaboration for Ensuring Adequate Drinking Water Supplies
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authoritys Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties began the new year by celebrating its 40th anniversary of service to the region, following its regularly scheduled board meeting. Special guests included Representative Stain McClain, Southwest Florida Water Management District Governing Board Member Mark Taylor, retired Authority executive director Jack Sullivan, and a host of local elected officials, water professionals, engineers and staff. An official proclamation of support from Senator Wilton Simpson was presented by newly elected Authority Chairman Nick Nicholson (Hernando County Commissioner), while speakers commended the Authority on its forethought and resilience for working collaboratively over four decades to ensure adequate drinking water supplies for the region while promoting natural resource protection. The next regularly scheduled Authority Board of Directors meeting will be on March 15th at 3:30 pm at the Lecanto Government Building, Room 166, 3600 W. Sovereign Path, Lecanto, Florida 34461. |
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
January 20, 2016
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY ELECTS NEW OFFICERS
Citrus County Commissioner Dennis Damato to Serve as New Chairman
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authorityas Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion, and Sumter counties began the new year by electing new officers. Beginning February 17th, Citrus County Commissioner Dennis Damato will serve as Chairman, Hernando County Commissioner Nick Nicholson will serve as Vice-Chairman, and Marion County Commissioner Earl Arnett will serve as Treasurer for the Authority. This past year, Sumter County Commissioner Al Butler served as Authority Chairman from January 21, 2015 through February 16, 2016, during an important period of time when the Authority has been working to update the Charles A. Black Wellfield Contract for Water Supply. The next Authority Board of Directors meeting will be on February 17th at 3:30 p.m. at the Lecanto Government Building, Room 166, 3600 W. Sovereign Path, Lecanto, Florida 34461. |
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RESOLUTION 15-01
A Resolution by the
Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority (WRWSA)
in Support of the Rainbow River Surface Water Improvement and Management (SWIM) Plan
WHEREAS, the Florida Legislature created the Surface Water Improvement and Management Act of 1987, as amended for the purpose of protecting and restoring the surface water resources of the State of Florida, and
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
November 18, 2015
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY SUPPORTS RAINBOW RIVER IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Regions Aesthetic, Ecological, and Economic Health Should Benefit
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authoritys (WRWSA) Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion and Sumter counties expressed support for approval and implementation of the Rainbow River Surface Water Improvement and Management (SWIM) Plan, by adopting a resolution. The plan was developed by the Southwest Florida Water Management District, in cooperation with local, regional, state agencies and various stakeholders. The effort was led by the Springs Coast Steering Committee, with support from Management and Technical committees. The WRWSA participated on the Management Committee. A unique treasure, the Rainbow River is a first-magnitude spring system that contributes to the regions aesthetic, ecological, and economic health. Issues, strategies, and priorities needed to protect and restore the Rainbow River are identified in the plan. Successful implementation of the plan requires support at all levels of government and private stakeholders. A copy of the resolution may be found at the Authoritys website: www.wrwsa.org. The next Authority Board of Directors meeting will be held on January 20, 2016 at 3:30 pm at the Lecanto Government Building, Room 166, 3600 W. Sovereign Path, Lecanto, Florida 34461.
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
May 20, 2015
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY ADOPTS FY 2015-16 BUDGET
Enhanced Efficiencies are an Added Benefit for Member Governments
LECANTO, FL -- The Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authoritys Board of Directors representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion and Sumter counties adopted its 2015-16 budget, representing reduced costs and enhanced efficiencies for member governments. The Authoritys per capita assessment has remained $0.19 for the past five years, while overall expenditures for the coming year will be 19.9% less. Notably, the Authoritys administrative budget is reduced by 1.9% from the current year owing to a diligent effort to hold the line and reduce, where possible, all administrative expenses. This is the fourth consecutive year that the Authority has successfully reduced its Administrative budget. The water resource development projects budget will be 31.3% less than the current year, reflecting completion of several key projects. Projects included in the coming years budget continue the Authoritys highly successful, on-going regional outdoor irrigation program conducted in partnership with the Southwest Florida Water Management District and Authority member governments.
In addition, the Authoritys Local Government Water Conservation Grants are funded at the current years funding level of $130,000, with grant proposals due by the end of June and will be presented to the Board in September. The grant program is intended to fund water conservation-related projects on a matching basis. Applications and instructions are found on the Authoritys website here: Grant Program Information. Water conservation continues to be the most cost-effective way to stretch limited fresh ground water supplies in order to meet the regions growing demand.
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WRWSA PRESS RELEASE
May 20, 2015
Contact: Diane Salz
850.339.8550
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY HONORS PAST CHAIR
Hernando County Commissioner Jim Adkins Advanced Conservation Agenda |
LECANTO, FL -- Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority representing Citrus, Hernando, Marion and Sumter counties honored immediate past chairman, Hernando County Commissioner Jim Adkins for his outstanding achievements during his tenure. Notably, under Mr. Adkins leadership, the Authority has significantly reduced water supply demand in the four-county region through water conservation by implementing a most successful outdoor irrigation program in partnership with its member governments and the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD). |
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January 28, 2015
WATER AUTHORITY ELECTS 2015 OFFICERS 
New Leaders Ready to Meet New Challenges |
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April 16, 2014
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY ACCEPTING WATER PROJECT GRANT PROPOSALS 
Proclaiming April as Water Conservation and Springs Protection Month
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March 6, 2014
The March 19th meeting of the WRWSA Board of Directors has been CANCELLED.
The WITHLACOOCHEE REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY AUTHORITY announces a public meeting to which all persons are invited. In lieu of the Board meeting, a tour of Tampa Bay Waters seawater desalination facilities has been scheduled for WRWSA Board members starting at 1:30 p.m. on March 19, 2014.
Members of the public interested in attending this tour should notify the WRWSA by email to lstout@wrwsa.org or call 352-527-5795. Attendees will meet at the desalination facilities located at 13041 Wyandotte Rd., Gibsonton, FL 33534.
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February 19, 2014
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY HONORS PAST---CHAIRMAN DENNIS DAMATO 
Citrus County Commissioner Recognized for Outstanding Leadership |
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January 15, 2014
WATER AUTHORITY ELECTS 2014 OFFICERS 
New Leaders Ready to Meet New Challenges |
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December 26, 2013
District Asks Homeowners to "Skip A Week" of Irrigation This Winter 
Overwatering in winter can encourage pests and disease |
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LECANTO, FL
July 17, 2013
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY AWARDS CONSERVATION GRANTS 
Local communities divvy up nearly $130,000 for water conservation programs |
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LECANTO, FL
July 18, 2012
WATER AUTHORITY AWARDS WATER CONSERVATION GRANTS 
Recipients Contribute to the Conservation and Protection of the Regions Water Resources
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LECANTO, FL
June 20, 2012
WATER AUTHORITYS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BEGINS JULY 1st, 2012 
After Three Decades of Leadership by Former Executive Director Jack Sullivan |
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LECANTO, FL
April 18, 2012
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY SELECTS THREE FINALISTS 
Interviews for New Director to be Conducted at May Board Meeting |
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LECANTO, FL
March 21, 2012
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY BRIEFED ON PHASE III WATER RESTRICTIONS 
And Legislative Wrap-Up Provided on Key Water Supply & Water Quality Issues |
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LECANTO, FL
February 15, 2012
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY WELCOMES TWO NEW BOARD MEMBERS 
And Begins Preparing for Selection and Hiring of a New Executive Director |
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LECANTO, FL
January 18, 2012
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY ELECTS NEW OFFICERS AT NEW HEADQUARTERS 
Mr. Blake Guillory Discussed Water Management District Changes |
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BROOKSVILLE, FL
January 19, 2011
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY WELCOMES FIVE NEW BOARD MEMBERS 
Slate of New Officers Elected and Past Chairman honored |
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BROOKSVILLE, FL
September 15, 2010
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY PRESENTS AWARD TO SENATOR CHARLIE DEAN 
Water conservation emphasis is Authoritys primary goal |
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BROOKSVILLE, FL
July 21, 2010
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY APPROVES GRANTS TO LOCAL APPLICANTS 
Water conservation emphasis is Authoritys primary goal |
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OCALA, FL
June 16, 2010
WITHLACOOCHEE WATER AUTHORITY APPROVES 2011 BUDGET 
No transfer is proposed of groundwater from wells in any member county to any other county in the Authoritys master plan update |
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