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Water Conservation Month
WHEREAS, Florida's natural beauty, crystal blue waters and white sand beaches
attract residents and visitors from around the world; and
WHEREAS, clean and sustainable water resources are vital to Florida's
environment, economy and quality of life; and
WHEREAS, more than 90 percent of Florida's drinking water is supplied by
underlying aquifers, and our quality of life and the economy depend upon a
clean and healthy environment; and
WHEREAS, Floridians consume more than 7.9 billion gallons per day of fresh
water with South Florida residents consuming 179 gallons per person, per day
- the highest water usage in the state, and the future of Florida depends
greatly upon the availability of water; and
WHEREAS, the State of Florida, together with local partners, are investing
billions of dollars to develop alternative water supplies, clean up stormwater
pollution, restore rivers, lakes and springs, upgrade drinking water facilities and
improve wastewater treatment; and
WHEREAS, water conservation can cost as little as 6 cents to 72 cents per 1,000
gallons of water saved, while the cost of constructing alternative water supply
facilities can range from $5 to $7 per 1,000 gallons of water created; and
WHEREAS, all water users including commercial, industrial, agricultural,
institutional, hospitality, private citizens and others can make positive
contributions to reduce water use and protect Florida's water resources;
WHEREAS, the South Florida Water Management District, is implementing a
Comprehensive Water Conservation Program to instill a lasting culture of
conservation in our communities; and
WHEREAS, the Governor and Cabinet of the State of Florida are designating
April as Florida's Water Conservation Month to encourage Floridians to
conserve the state's precious water resources;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that by virtue of the authority vested in me as
Mayor of Tequesta do hereby proclaim the month of April as Water
Conservation Month
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