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APRIL 27.2012
South Florida Water Management District
BIG CYPRESS BASIN BOARD WORKSHOP
AGENDA
This meeting is open to the public
April 27, 2012
1:30 PM
WATER RESOURCE WORKSHOP WITH COLLIER
COUNTY & CITY OF NAPLES
Collier County Gov't Ctr, Commission Chamber, Bldg F
3299 Tamiami Trl E, Suite 303, Naples FL 34112 -5746
Pursuant to Section 373.079(7), Florida Statutes, all or part of this meeting maybe conducted by
means of communications media technology in order to permit maximum participation of Big
Cypress Basin Board Members.
The Big Cypress Basin Board may take official action at this meeting on any item appearing on
this agenda and on any item that is added to this agenda as a result of a change to the agenda
approved by the presiding officer of the meeting pursuant to Section 120.525, Florida Statutes.
The order of items appearing on the agenda is subject to change during the meeting and is at
the discretion of the presiding officer. Public Comment will be taken after each presentation, and
before any Big Cypress Basin Board action(s).
Meeting purpose: To discuss Regional Water Resources Management priorities for restoration
of Naples Bay, stormwater management of Northern Golden Gate Estates, and enhancement of
alternative water supplies that directly impact the functions of Collier County, the City of Naples,
and Big Cypress Basin.
i. Call to order - Dan DeLisi, Chairman, Big Cypress Basin Board
2. opening Remarks - Dan DeLisi, Chairman, Big Cypress Basin Board
3. overview of Current initiatives
See supporting document: BCBW.Current Initiatives.BCB.Wks I bp.pres.pdf
4. Regional Water Resource Priorities
a. City of Maples
h. Collier County
c. Big Cypress Basin
See supporting document: BCBW.City County BCB Regional
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See supporting document: BCBW.City County BCB Regional Approach
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See supporting document: BCBW.Regional Water Resource
Priorities. BCB.wkshp.pres.p
5. Discussion
a. Prioritize Regional Water Resource Objectives, Initiatives and Projects
b. Implementation strategies
6. Public Comment
7. Closing Remarks - Dan DeLisi, Chairman, Big Cypress Basin Board
8. Adjourn
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South Florida water Management District
Big Cypress Basin
Overview of Current Initiatives
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Clarence Tears, Basin Administrator
April 27, 2012
Capital Improvement Projects Completed
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Big Cypress Basin Strategic Priorities
• Maximize Flood Protection
• Restore and protect Big Cypress Basin
ecosystems
• Protect and improve inland and estuarine
water to achieve water quality standards
• Ensure sustainable water supplies
Average Annual Flows to Naples Bay
• 1964 -1984 = 316 cfs (204 MGD)
1984 -2002 — retrofitted 9 structures in GG
system = 281 cfs (181 MGD)
2002 -2011 - major retrofit of 8 more GG
structures = 217 cfs (140 MGD)
Reduction from 1984 level =31%
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Average Annual Flows to Naples Bay
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• The GG Canal weir retrofits have created an
additional average dry season conservation pool
of 720 acre -feet (235 MG) annually for
groundwater recharge since
the structure retrofit -
program began in 1985.
• Equivalent to 14 days of
water supply per year
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Collier County
Priority Projects
April 27, 2012
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Regional Water Resource Priorities
Clarence Tears, Basin Administrator
April 27,2012
Maximize Flood Protection
a Efficiently operate and maintain primary
canal and water control structure network
. Improve canal conveyance while
emphasizing water resource protection
j a Retrofit old, inefficient water control structues
j s Cooperate with local governments to improve
and maintain secondary and tertiary systems I
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Strategic Priorities
• Adopted by BCB Board August 27, 2010
• Strategic Priorities
Maximize Flood Protection
Restore and protect Big Cypress Basin ecosystems
Protect and improve inland and estuarine water to achieve
water quality standards
Ensure sustainable water supplies
SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
Enhance Ecosystems
• Restore historic flow -ways to enhance
wetland functions
• Support land acquisition for restoration
• Improve water storage capacity
• Improve the timing, quality and distribution of
fresh water to coastal estuaries
• Implement restoration projects for coastal
water bodies
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Ecosystem Enhancement Projects
• Estimated Average annual flow reduction by
a combination of the following future
diversion projects = 120 cfs (78 NiGD)
Henderson Creek Diversion — Max: 100 cfs (65
MGD)
North Belle Meade Rehydration = Max: 700 cfs
(455 MGD)
Miller Canal #3 retrofit = Max 400 cfs (260 MGD)
• Reduction from 2012 level = 45%
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Improve Water Quality
• Monitor the trends of surface and
groundwater quality
• Support local governments to implement
stormwater improvement projects
• Operate water control structures to meet
water quality standards of receiving waters
Protect Water Supply
• Develop and implement the regional water
supply plan
r Create financial and other incentives for
regional solutions, develop alternative water
supplies and water conservation
* Update regional models to assist in
determinina water sustainability in the Basin
* Strengthen the linkage between land use;
water supply planning and consumptive use
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Water Supply Projects
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Existing Commitments:
Capital Improvement Projects
Regional Strategic Priorities
• improvements to Primary and
Secondary systems
• Restore historic flows
Henderson Creek Diversion
Belle Meade flow -way
Northern Golden Gate Estates flow-
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okaioacoochee Slough
• Decrease inflows to Naples Bay
Future Capital Improvement Projects
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BIG CYPRESS BASIN BOARD
Charles J. Dauray
Chairman
Pam Mac'Kie
John Sorey
Noah Standridge
Fred Thomas
John Vaughn
MESSAGE
CHAIRMAN
Since its inception in 1977, the Big Cypress Basin Board and South Florida
Water Management District staff have done a commendable job in planning
and implementing water resource and capital improvement projects. This year
we are undertaking a higher -level perspective that emphasizes long -term goals
and outcomes in carrying out our mission.
It is appropriate to embark on this strategic approach during one of the most
dramatic economic downturns in our nation's history. Faced with declining
revenues and significant resource management challenges in 2010, the
SFWMD and the Big Cypress Basin continue to find ways to move forward
in serving the needs of both the people and water resources of the region.
As stewards of taxpayer dollars, it is incumbent upon us to carefully and
deliberately direct these limited resources toward the highest priorities that
provide the greatest possible benefits.
Based on our legislative charge to effectively manage water resources, the
Basin Board took a hard look at our key mission responsibilities. Recognizing
the need to focus on multi - purpose projects and initiatives, we determined the
following priorities (detailed further on pages 4 and 5):
• Maximize flood protection
• Enhance and protect Big Cypress Basin ecosystems
• Protect and improve inland and estuarine waters to achieve
water quality standards
• Ensure sustainable water supplies that protect natural systems and meet
all reasonable - beneficial uses
The concepts, strategies and success indicators contained in this Strategic
Plan serve as our blueprint for future planning and budgeting. We remain
committed to identifying and implementing solutions for the protection of Big
Cypress Basin resources.
BIG CYPRESS BASIN
OVERVIEW
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is
a regional governmental agency that oversees the water
resources in the southern half of the state. Covering almost
18,000 square miles, the region encompasses all or part of 16
counties. Headquartered in West Palm Beach, it is the oldest
and largest of the state's five water management districts.
State legislation divides the SFWMD into two taxing basins
based on hydrologic characteristics unique to each basin. The
Big Cypress Basin (BCB, Basin) includes all of Collier County
and a portion of mainland Monroe County. The Okeechobee
Basin comprises the remaining area within SFWMD
boundaries.
A nine - member Governing Board, appointed by the Governor,
provides oversight and sets policy for both basins. The
Governor also appoints five Collier County residents to
oversee Big Cypress Basin - specific planning, budgeting and
operations. The SFWMD Board member representing the
lower west coast area serves as Chairman of the Big Cypress
Basin Board.
Established in 1977, the BCB was initially charged with
providing for the broad objectives of conservation,
preservation and enhancement of water resources. Between
SFVVMD VISION
To be the worlds premier water resource agency
SFWMD MISSION
To manage and protect water resources of the region
by balancing and improving -water quality, flood
control, natural systems and water supply
1979 and 1993, agreements with Collier County transferred
operation and maintenance of the county's primary network of
canals and water control facilities to the Basin.
Today, the Big Cypress Basin is responsible for operating
and maintaining 162 miles of canals and 46 water
control structures. Capital improvements to the water
management infrastructure, designed to enhance water
supply, environmental and flood control capabilities, are
also provided by the BCB. In addition to water storage and
drainage responsibilities, the Big Cypress Basin assists local
governments and water utilities in developing alternative water
supplies and implementing stormwater management programs
to improve water quality. Major environmental protection
and restoration partnership projects under way in the Basin
include the Lake Trafford and Picayune Strand projects.
Environmental, water use and right -of -way permitting support
and water resource education / community outreach programs
are other key Basin activities.
Meetings of the Basin Board are held every other month. All
meetings are open to the public and provide a discussion
forum for matters relating to the region's water resources and
budget issues. Basin administration is managed through the
SFWMD Big Cypress Basin office in Naples. Operations and
maintenance activities — including future responsibility for new
pump stations and levees being constructed as part of the
Picayune Strand restoration project — are carried out by staff
at the SFWMD Big Cypress Basin Field Station, also located in
Naples.
OUR VALUES_
EXCELLENCE
Our knowledge, experience and passion set us apart as
world - renowned water managers
TEAM
We are committed to the success of all as individuals, as a
team and as an organization
COMMUNICATION
We value and expect open, honest and timely communication
HONESTY
Honesty is never compromised
SERVICE
We meet our customers' (internal and external) needs witb
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INTEGRITY
Teamwork and sound science are the foundation of our
excellence
DIVERSITY
Our diversity is the cornerstone of our strength
FOCUS
We are steadfast in our belief and commitment to the
District's mission
ADAPTABILITY
We embrace cbange by taking informed risks and
capitalizing on new opportunities and challenges
ENTHUSIASM
We do the coolest work on the planet!
BIG CYPRESS BASIN BOARD PRIORITIES
The Big Cypress Basin statutorily pursues and implements
the broader South Florida Water Management District mission
of managing and protecting the regional water resources by
improving flood control, water quality, water supply and natural
systems. The strategic priorities of the activities of the Basin
are captured here.
Strategic Priorities
Maximme flood protection by:
• Maintaining preparedness for emergency storm
operations
• Efficiently operating and maintaining the Basin's
primary canal and water control structure network
• Improving canal conveyance capacities while
emphasizing water resource protection and beneficial
alternative uses
• Retrofitting old, inefficient water control structures;
building new structures to meet current or future
design conditions
• Cooperating with local governments to improve
and maintain secondary and tertiary stormwater
management systems
• Inventorying, prioritizing and retrofitting coastal and
other water control structures in response to sea level
rise, where necessary
Enhance and protect Big Cypress Basin
ecosystems by:
• Completing construction of existing key restoration
projects
• Restoring historic flow -ways to enhance wetland
functions while recognizing private property rights
• Supporting land acquisition for environmental
restoration
• Improving water storage capacity
• Improving the timing, quality and distribution of fresh
water to coastal estuaries
• Implementing restoration projects and protection plans
for coastal water bodies
• Using reservation and allocation authority to protect
water for the natural system
Protect and improve inland and estuarine waters
to achieve water quality standards by.
• Monitoring the trends of surface and groundwater
quality in inland and receiving waters
• Supporting local governments to implement
stormwater improvement projects
• Operating water control structures with advanced
water release technologies to meet water quality
standards of receiving waters
Ensure sustainable water supplies that protect
natural systems and meet all reasonable -
beneficial uses by.
• Developing and implementing the regional water
supply plan in coordination with local governments to
meet the current and future demands of water users
and the environment
• Strengthening the linkage between land use, water
supply planning and consumptive use through
coordination with local governments and public water
supply utilities
• Creating financial and other incentives for regional
solutions, developing alternative water supplies and
water conservation
• Updating regional models and analysis to assist in
determining water sustainability in the Basin
On the following pages, Big Cypress Basin
activities and initiatives are organized by
the SFWMD's resource area structure.
Background information, success
indicators and strategies are provided for
each group, as well as key deliverables
and milestones scheduled for completion
over the next five years.
SUCCESS
INDICATORcl
Compliance with the current fiscal
year budget - driven segment of 50-
year plan
100% compliance with permit
requirements of constructed Big
Cypress Basin facilities
90% design conveyance capable
99% of planned structure
maintenance performed on schedule
99% of planned vehicle maintenance
performed on schedule
90% compliance with electronic
communication installation and
maintenance schedule
Less than 10% of land at an
unacceptable level of exotic
infestation
92% of Right -of -Way permit
compliance or resolution
MANAGING THE SYSTEM
The goal of the Operations and Maintenance resource area is to minimize flood damage,
provide regional water supply, and protect and restore the environment by optimally
managing the primary water control system and SFWMD lands. The BCB operates and
maintains a network of 162 miles of primary canals, 46 water control structures and
four pumps. These facilities provide flood control during the wet season and protect
water supplies and environmental resources from over - drainage during the dry season.
Objectives also include prevention of saltwater intrusion, recharging public water supply
wellfields and protecting regional ecosystems. Canals are maintained to maximize
conveyance capacity, including shoal and debris removal, as well as aquatic and
terrestrial vegetation control. Right of Way Permits are issued to protect the SFWMD's
95% planned general field station ability to effectively and safely use the canal and levee rights of way of the works of the
maintenance performed on schedule
Big Cypress Basin.
Capital improvement project
implementation compliance with
annual work plan schedule
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GCB's hydrologic monitoring network continuously collects data on rainfall, evaporation,
surface and ground water levels, stream flow, water control structure operations and other
meteorological parameters. Real time data, delivered via a telemetry system, improves
the response capability to localized or regional water resource conditions and allows the
public to view water control structure operations and water conditions on the web.
• Maintain preparedness for emergency storm operations
• Efficiently operate and maintain the Basin's primary canal
and water control structure network
• Cooperate with local governments to improve and maintain
secondary and tertiary stormwater management systems
• Improve canal conveyance capacities while emphasizing
water resource protection and beneficial alternative uses
• Inventory, prioritize and retrofit coastal and other water
control structures in response to sea level rise, where
necessary
• Retrofit old, inefficient water control structures; build new
structures to meet current or future design conditions
• Maintain water control structures and future pump
stations to meet operational demands
• Implement the Henderson Creek Flow Diversion project to
restore the ecological health of Naples Bay and Rookery
Bay
• Maintain all vehicles and equipment in safe condition
• Maintain and upgrade Supervisory Control And Data
Acquisition (SCADA) infrastructure network in BCB
DELIVERABLES AND MILESTONES
• Apply terrestrial herbicide
• Complete general service of facilities
BCB — Big Cypress Basin
H &H — Hydrologic and Hydraulic
r • Complete Miller Canal Weir #3 H &H • Complete Henderson Creek Canal Weir
• Complete Golden Gate Canal Weir #4
•Complete Golden date Canal Weir #5
• Complete C -1 Connector Canal H &H
Assessment #2 Retrofit H &H Assessment
Retrofit H &H Assessment
Retrofit H &H Assessment
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•Complete Henderson Creek Diversion
• Complete Cypress Canal Weir #1
• Complete Faka Union Canal Weir #6
-Complete Airport Road Canal North
#3 H &H Assessment
H &H Assessment
and #7 Retrofit H &H Assessment
Weir Retrofit H &H Assessment
• Initiate design and permitting of BCB i • Start construction of BCB Field
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• Complete retrofit of Cypress Canal
• Complete retrofit of Golden Gate
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• Complete retrofit of Henderson Creek
•Complete retrofit of Golden Gate
-Complete retrofit of Faka Union
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WORKS OF THE BASIN
SUCCESS
INDICATORS
Reservations, Minimum Flows and
Levels and other rules completed on
schedule
Established Minimum Flows and
Levels met
Saltwater interface along the coastal
boundary identified
Percentage of watershed treated to
improve habitat and water quality in
Naples Bay increased and consistent RESTORING WATER FLOWS
with its Surface Water Improvement
and Management Plan
The goal of the Everglades Restoration and Capital Projects resource area is to restore,
Increased spatial coverage of oyster
beds and proper distribution based
on historical patterns
Reduction in point discharge by 30%
of freshwater inflows to the estuaries
Lake Trafford watershed long -term
management plan developed and
implemented on schedule
6.5 million cubic yards of organic
material removed from Lake Trafford
by 2011
preserve and protect the ecosystem by implementing projects that improve the quality,
quantity, timing and distribution of water deliveries. In the Big Cypress Basin, a key focus is
reconnecting historic flow -ways and reestablishing ecosystems while enhancing the flow
conveyance capabilities of the BCB water management infrastructure. The BCB presently
supports two Everglades restoration capital projects: the Picayune Strand Restoration
Project and the Lake Trafford Critical Restoration Project.
Establishing and meeting Minimum Flow and Levels (MFLs) protect major water bodies
from significant harm. MFL criteria define the point at which additional water withdrawals
would result in significant harm. MFL criteria have been adopted for the Lower West Coast
deeper aquifers that underlie the Big Cypress Basin.
• Complete construction of existing key restoration projects
• Restore historic flow -ways to enhance wetland functions
while recognizing private property rights
• Support land acquisition for environmental restoration
• Improve water storage capacity
• Improve the timing, quality and distribution of fresh water
to coastal estuaries
• Implement restoration projects and protection plans for
coastal water bodies
• Use reservation and allocation authority to protect water
for the natural system
• Monitor the trends of surface and groundwater quality in
inland and receiving waters
• Participate in the establishment and maintenance of MFLs
in the Basin
• Operate water control structures with advanced water
release technologies to meet water quality standards of
receiving waters
• Continue to support implementation and operation of the
Picayune Strand and Lake Trafford restoration projects
• Support the development and implementation of the
Southwest Florida Feasibility Study
• Increase understanding of coastal ecosystems through
applied scientific research
• Assist local governments with implementation of coastal
water body restoration projects
• Assist in the development of technical criteria for water
reservations and minimum flows and levels
• Stay abreast of emerging water quality and environmental
issues
DELIVERABLES AND MILESTONES
• Complete Lake Trafford Phase III •Assess biological indicators for Lake • Complete Lake Trafford Watershed • Implement Lake Trafford Watershed Management Plan
Dredging Trafford ( Management Plan
-Start identifying water quality
impairments in Lake Trafford
PICAYUNE STRAND RESTORATION PROJECT
-Coordinate local sponsor construction management for Merritt and Faka Union • Coordinate local sponsor construction
-Coordinate local sponsor construction
-Implement operations of pump
pump stations management for Faka Union and
management for levees and canal/
stations
Miller pump stations
road removal
• Complete Southwest Florida
Feasibility Study
-Complete BCB Saltwater intrusion -Implement BCB Saltwater Intrusion Monitoring Network Improvement Plan
Monitoring Network Improvement
Plan
• Monitor Collier County surface water quality
• Monitor Collier County groundwater quality
• Initiate development of Naples Bay • Complete calibration / verification of
• Complete development of Naples
• Update and begin implementation
Hydrodynamic Model Naples Bay Hydrodynamic Model
Bay Hydrodynamic Model
of the Naples Bay SWIM Plan
• Florida Department of
Environmental Protection completes
Naples Bay salinity and water
quality monitoring
-Complete peer review of BCB models
• Maintain, enhance and apply BCB integrated surface water - groundwater model for operational planning, flood events and evolving environmental issues
• Maintain, enhance BCB real -time hydrologic modeling system for flood warning
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100% of BCB Environmental
Resource Permit applications
processed consistent with adopted
rules and criteria
100% of BCB Water Use Permit
applications processed consistent
with adopted rules and criteria
Completion and application of water
supply plan BCB data gathering
and model runs in compliance with
Annual Work Plan schedule
Alternative water supply capacity
and reclaimed water use increased
consistent with adopted Lower West
Coast Water Supply Plan
Conservation levels achieved meet or
exceed targets within adopted Lower
West Coast Water Supply Plan
95% of correspondence responded to
within 10 working days of receipt
CENTRALIZED LOCAL SERVICES
The goal of the Regulatory and Public Affairs resource area is to manage and protect the
regional water resources through effective planning, regulation and public involvement.
The Big Cypress Basin supports the SFWMD's regulatory authority by providing permit
review to ensure protection of the Basin's environmental and water resources. The Basin
also participates in the development and implementation of the Lower West Coast
Water Supply Plan. Because traditional sources of water are limited, the plan focuses on
alternative water supplies and conservation to address future demands.
Technical and financial assistance is provided to local governments for projects enhancing
stormwater management, alternative water supply, ecosystem restoration and water
conservation education. In addition, the Basin actively looks for, and implements,
opportunities to expand public involvement and intergovernmental coordination. Staff
routinely participates in community outreach events and water resource educational
programs to share information about water resource management and protection.
STRATEGIES
• Develop and implement the regional water supply plan
in coordination with local governments to meet the
current and future demands of water users and the
environment
• Strengthen the linkage between land use and water
supply planning through coordination and water use
permit review with local governments and public water
supply utilities
• Create financial and other incentives for regional
solutions to develop alternative water supplies and
water conservation
• Update regional models and analysis to assist in
determining water sustainability in the Basin
• Implement the SFWMD Comprehensive Water
Conservation Program
• Update the ground and surface water database and
complete numerical modeling and empirical analyses to
address water resource planning and operational issues
in the Basin
• Implement projects to increase storage and groundwater
recharge
• Support local governments in implementing stormwater
improvement projects
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DELIVERABLES AND MILESTONES
• Support Collier County secondary system Memorandum of Understanding
• Fulfill Collier County Memorandum of Understanding commitment for funding Freedom Park acquisition •Carry out secondary system conveyance improvements
• Satisfy permit mandate for Cocohatchee Canal Phase 4 construction; submit annual report to the FDEP and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
•Complete Regional Coordination Team work plan annually with partner agencies
• Provide financial and technical support for stormwater projects identified in the Annual Work Plan
Collier County
Naples
Marco Island
• Complete Everglades City Water • Initiate final design for water plant • Complete final design for water plant • Complete development of funding
Management Plan improvement improvement mechanism for water plant
construction
•Complete Naples Bay salinity and hydrologic data collection and development of hydrodynamic model •Complete update of Naples Bay
SWIM Plan
• Provide review input for key Environmental Resource Permit applications
• Provide review input for key Water Use Permit applications
• Implement the SFWMD Comprehensive Water Conservation Program
• Support BCB alternative water supply projects consistent with the Lower West Coast Water Supply Plan
• Strengthen the linkage between land use and water supply planning through coordination with local governments and utilities
-Facilitate Basin Board meetings
-Coordinate intergovernmental affairs
-Address media inquiries and generate media coverage
• Develop and disseminate informational and education materials for local projects and SFWMD initiatives
• Provide citizen problem - resolution services
BCB — Big Cypress Basin FDEP — Florida Department of Environmental Protection SFWMD —South Florida Water Management District SWIM — Surface Water Improvement and Management
SUCCESS
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Less than 10% of total budget used
for administration
85% or higher actual expenditure of
discretionary budget
85% of Basin projects operating
in compliance with the standard
methodology
5% or greater of contract dollars to
Small Business Enterprise vendors
Greater than 90% of employees
retained beyond introductory period
Greater than 90% of employees
performing effectively or above
100% compliance with Security Plan
schedule
• Implement Governor, Legislative, SFWMD
Governing Board and Basin Board direction
• Ensure open government
• Provide excellent customer service
• Prepare financial statements in conformity
with generally accepted accounting
principles
• Continue to recognize the value of employees
• Attract, retain and develop a high -
performance, team - oriented, diverse
workforce
EFFICIENT & EFFECTIVE OPERATIONS
The goal of Basin Management and Corporate Resources is to provide optimum
leadership, business support and logistical functions in carrying out the mission of the
Basin. Administrative actions are based on sound management of financial resources
to meet the Basin Board's legislative charge and policy guidance. This includes
preparation of an annual operating budget for adoption by the Basin Board and
inclusion in the SFWMD Budget, and other related administrative functions.
Over the years, rapid population growth in Collier County has stimulated significant
concerns regarding efficient management of water and environmental resources
of the region. Current property value declines and resulting reduction in BCB
revenue poses extraordinary challenges to balancing financial resources with needs.
Increased responsibilities for planning, construction, operation and maintenance of
additional facilities are met with innovative water resource management strategies
and efficient administration.
DELIVERABLES AND MILESTONES
• Provide administrative support for Basin Board meetings and budget development
• Implement performance management cycle
• Implement process management practices
•Perform general administrative services
• Manage facilities and assets
• Maintain and upgrade buildings and grounds
• Implement Security Plan and conduct security response drills
• Conduct annual planning, training and emergency exercises
South Florida Water Management District
3301 Gun Club Road • West Palm Beach, Florida 33406 5 fwmcl .qov
0 561-686 -8800. 800 - 432 -2045 • www.sfwmd.gov
BIG CYPRESS BASIN: 2660 Horseshoe Drive North • Naples, FL 34104.239-263 -7615 • www.sfwmd.gov /bcb
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