July 10, 2023

District and partners celebrate projects and partnerships benefiting the Indian River Lagoon

Today, the District gathered with local and regional partners, residents, and other interested stakeholders to celebrate several projects that will help further restoration efforts in the Indian River Lagoon.
July 11, 2023

District receives above-average rainfall in June

June brought above-average rainfall to the District’s 18-county region.
August 2, 2023

Up to $60,000 being offered to Florida teachers to educate students on water resources

Now entering the eighth year of its Blue School Grant program, the District, with full support of its Governing Board, is offering up to $60,000 in grants for education projects that enrich student knowledge of Florida’s water resources through hands-on learning.
August 8, 2023

July brings another month of above-average rainfall

A majority of the St. Johns River Water Management District’s 18-county region received above-average rainfall in July.
August 26, 2023

Tropical wave in the Caribbean Sea has a high chance of development

The District continues to monitor the tropics today and throughout the weekend as forecasters predict a tropical wave in the Caribbean Sea has a high chance of development over the next several days.
August 28, 2023

District activates Emergency Operation Center as Tropical Storm Idalia moves east overnight

The District is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Idalia and is taking proactive measures to manage the anticipated winds and rainfall in the coming days.
August 29, 2023

District properties and offices close as Hurricane Idalia targets Florida’s west coast

As Hurricane Idalia barrels toward the west coast, the District Emergency Operations Center is continuing preparations and will monitor the storm as it moves across the peninsula.
August 30, 2023

District offices reopen Thursday as damage assessments begin

Hurricane Idalia quickly made its way across the state Wednesday, leaving minimal damage across the District’s 18-county region.
August 31, 2023

District lands reopen just in time for Labor Day weekend

As of today, the District has reopened several of their lands and all the navigational locks.
September 12, 2023

August sees below-average rainfall

Overall, rainfall across the District’s 18-county region was drier than average in August.
September 12, 2023

Collaborative efforts enhance District land management objectives

The District is recognizing another year of strong, effective management of its more than 425,000 acres across the 18-county region. During Tuesday’s Governing Board meeting, staff shared how collaboration between District staff and partners ensures the lands are managed well.
September 13, 2023

St. Johns River Water Management District invests $470,000 in water conservation for local growers

The District Governing Board approved the execution of six contracts that will provide local growers with nearly $470,000 in cost-share funds.
September 13, 2023

Water management districts seek public comment on water supply plan

After months of gathering data, soliciting project ideas a draft update to the North Florida Regional Water Supply Partnership water supply plan is now ready for review and public comment.
September 15, 2023

St. Johns River Water Management District and the Jacksonville Jaguars team up to encourage water conservation

As football season gets underway, the District and the Jacksonville Jaguars have joined forces to pay tribute to the St. Johns River and promote water conservation.
September 26, 2023

11th consecutive year: District reduces tax rate, funds comprehensive list of projects in $250 million budget

The St. Johns River Water Management District’s Governing Board has unanimously approved its fiscal year 2023‒2024 budget, marking the 11th consecutive year of reduced millage rates.