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RESOLUTION NO. 19-02/03
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE
VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, PALM BEACH COUNTY,
FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER
MANAGEMENT DISTRICT'S PRESERVATION OF THE
LOXAHATCHEE RIVER .
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Whereas, South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD, the "District"),
has established minimum flow levels to address preservation of the Loxahatchee
River; and
Whereas, the District has implemented a minimum flow Rule of 35 cfs, which is
the first step towards preserving historical flows to the River, and has identified
other steps which will be taken to enhance seasonal flows above the 35 cfs as part
of an overall plan to return the River to a state which is viable, healthy, and
productive; and
Whereas, the River is one of the most valuable resources to the Village,
enhancing our recreational lifestyle, our property values, and our sense of
environmental awareness; and
Whereas, the SFWMD has documented its intention to expand its studies and add
to available databases information which will achieve the goals of River
restoration which will preserve the River for future generations,
Now, Therefore it is hereby Resolved, that the Village of Tequesta supports
the implementation by SMFMD of steps to preserve the Loxahatchee River.
THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION WAS OFFERED by Councilmember
i1-1%~,~~-1(~ , who moved its adoption. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember 5 0~ i I~ ,and upon being put to vote, the vote was as follows:
FOR ADOPTION AGAINST ADOPTION
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The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution duly passed and adopted this ~
day of January, 2003.
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Mayor Geraldine A. Genco
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