From Governor Crist's Press Release:
The 2009-10 budget includes $50 million to maintain Florida’s investment in securing the future of the Everglades and water conservation. Governor Crist requested the funds to continue the restoration of the Everglades, Lake Okeechobee, and the St. Lucie and Caloosahatchee rivers. The funding assures continued efforts to restore a more natural water flow and improve water quality and supports the coalition of federal, state and local leaders, along with agricultural and environmental stakeholders, who are committed to restoring the natural beauty of the “River of Grass” through the 39-year Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and the state’s efforts to restore the Northern Everglades.
Governor Crist also applauded the Legislature for taking action to allow the Florida Forever program to continue to move forward with the ability to issue bonds for up to $250 million as currently authorized.
No comments:
Post a Comment