The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), in partnership with UF/IFAS and the Greenscape Alliance, invite you to a discussion on reducing nonpoint source pollution.
With Florida's population growing rapidly, how we manage our landscapes are vitally important. Join us to learn how we can protect Florida's waters!
AGENDA:
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Nonpoint Source Funding Opportunities for Low Impact Development Projects
Emily Brown, FDEP Socioeconomic benefits of Low Impact Development/Green Infrastructure projects and funding opportunities for local governments to implement these projects with the DEP.
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Green Industries Best Management Program (GI-BMP)
Cesar Peralta, UF/IFAS Florida Friendly Landscaping Program Education to reduce non-point source pollution in our waters. More than 64,000 people have received GI-BMP training since 2006.
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Alliance: The Story to Tell
Marissa Figueroa, Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) Learn about the local collaborative group known as the Greenscape Alliance. Discover how the group formed and the actions they have taken to promote sustainable practices in Southwest Florida.
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Lee County Fertilizer Calculator
Maria Romero, Lee County TMDL Coordinator and Principal Planner Lee County has developed a fertilizer calculator tool to help our residents apply fertilizers in accordance with Lee County’s Fertilizer Ordinance.
Meet the Presenters:
Emily Brown, FDEP Division of Water Restoration Assistance Emily is the Education Coordinator for the Nonpoint Source Management program. She is responsible for managing nonpoint source education projects and grants, including the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ program.
Cesar Peralta, UF/IFAS Florida Friendly Landscaping Program UF/IFAS Regional Green Industries Best Management Practices Coordinator. 9 + years of experience teaching this Training. Originally from Venezuela, graduated as an Agricultural Engineer in 1983 at University of Florida. Worked over 20 years in the Agricultural Business in rural Venezuela and 8 years as a Landscape/ Fertilizer/ Pesticide and Irrigation Manager in Florida.
Marissa Figueroa, Coastal Training Program Specialist at Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Marissa has a B.S. in Marine Science from Florida Gulf Coast University. Marissa has been a part of the Training Program team for over two years where she helps to assist and coordinate science-based trainings for local decision-makers, from landscape professionals to policy-makers who manage our coastal resources.
Maria Romero, Lee County Division of Natural Resources Maria is the TMDL Coordinator and Principal Planner for Lee County, responsible for managing the County’s watersheds improvement plans, facets of the BMAP process and overall water quality planning efforts. She participates in outreach programs like the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ and WETPLAN. Maria has a B.S in Biology from the University of Seville and a M.S. in Aquaculture and Fisheries from the University of Cadiz. She has 9 years of experience working with Florida Ecosystems.
About DEP's Monthly Meet-Ups
Monthly Meet-Ups are FREE and held the first Wednesday of each month. Time and location are usually the same.
These meetings allow the Department to improve its communications with the regulated community. Through this program, attendees can learn, update and share information. Guest speakers provide opportunities to discuss current issues affecting Florida.
The Department's mission is to protect, conserve and manage the state's natural resources and enforce its environmental laws. Attend a meeting to learn how we can protect Florida together!
For more information, please contact: Martha.Avila@FloridaDEP.gov, Terry.Cerullo@FloridaDEP.gov or call 239-344-5600
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