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Florida Section American Water Resource Association Page 1 AWRA Florida Section Meeting Friday, March 27, Lake Placid, Florida, Archbold Biological Station Join AWRA for an informative meeting focusing on Lakes and stormwater in south Florida. The meeting will be held at the Archbold Biological Station near Lake Placid. The Archbold Biological Station, lying within the headwaters of the Everglades in south central Florida, is known throughout the world as a cutting-edge research facility. Archbold has created real conservation solutions across diverse ecosystems ranging from the pristine, ancient sand dunes of the Lake Wales Ridge—home to plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth—to the waters, wetlands, and wildlife of the vast open ranchlands lying within this watershed. The headwaters flow south into Lake Okeechobee and then drain to the coasts. The health of the headwaters affects millions of Floridians. The Archbold Biological Station is a wellspring of knowledge for this watershed, one of the most important in America, and its scientists stand at the forefront of the fight to build a sustainable future for Florida. A thirst for knowledge and an uncompromising commitment to excellence are at the heart of Archbold’s contribution to understanding and protecting Florida’s plants, animals, lands, and waters. The depth, breadth, and quality of its research gathered over nearly 75 years has made it an international icon. The Station’s unprecedented knowledge base has informed the decisions of land managers, public agencies, and land owners throughout Florida and the world. It is the trusted standard bearer of dependable research that is guiding conservation and restoration solutions, strategies, and policies, and inspiring students to carry the mission forward for decades to come. For decades universities such as Harvard, Cornell, and Yale have chosen to bring their undergraduate and graduate classes to Archbold. Faculty members from Florida’s universities and colleges are frequent visitors. For many students, Archbold provides their first opportunity to explore and study an important ecosystem in a biological station setting that offers a wealth of existing research and the invaluable guidance of staff scholars. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Gary Howalt, P.W.S. President Jacksonville Kristin K. Bennett, Esq. Vice-President Stuart Mark Diblin, P.G. Treasurer Gainesville TBA Secretary Location Michael DelCharco, P.E. Past President 2014 Jacksonville Carol Hinton Past President 2013 Gainesville BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ed Call Brooksville Catherine Katsikis Royal Palm Beach Joanne Chamberlain, P.E. Jacksonville Roger Copp Tampa Richard Creech, P.E., P.S.M. Stuart L. Donald Duke, Ph.D., P.E. Ft. Myers Carol Howard Sebring Gregg Jones Tampa Jeremy McBryan, P.E., CFM West Palm Beach Luna Phillips, Esq. Ft. Lauderdale Walt Reigner, P.E., CPESC Lakeland W. Ray Scott Tallahassee Garrett Wallace West Palm Beach Shayne Wood, P.E. Jacksonville February 2015

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Florida Section American Water Resource Association Page 1

AWRA Florida Section MeetingFriday, March 27, Lake Placid, Florida, Archbold Biological Station

Join AWRA for an informative meeting focusing on Lakes and stormwater in south Florida. The meeting will be held at the Archbold Biological Station near Lake Placid.

The Archbold Biological Station, lying within the headwaters of the Everglades in south central Florida, is known throughout the world as a cutting-edge research facility. Archbold has created real conservation solutions across diverse ecosystems ranging from the pristine, ancient sand dunes of the Lake Wales Ridge—home to plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth—to the waters, wetlands, and wildlife of the vast open ranchlands lying within this watershed. The headwaters flow south into Lake Okeechobee and then drain to the coasts. The health of the headwaters affects millions of Floridians. The Archbold Biological Station is a wellspring of knowledge for this watershed, one of the most important in America, and its scientists stand at the forefront of the fight to build a sustainable future for Florida.

A thirst for knowledge and an uncompromising commitment to excellence are at the heart of Archbold’s contribution to understanding and protecting Florida’s plants, animals, lands, and waters. The depth, breadth, and quality of its research gathered over nearly 75 years has made it an international icon. The Station’s unprecedented knowledge base has informed the decisions of land managers, public agencies, and land owners throughout Florida and the world. It is the trusted standard bearer of dependable research that is guiding conservation and restoration solutions, strategies, and policies, and inspiring students to carry the mission forward for decades to come.

For decades universities such as Harvard, Cornell, and Yale have chosen to bring their undergraduate and graduate classes to Archbold. Faculty members from Florida’s universities and colleges are frequent visitors. For many students, Archbold provides their first opportunity to explore and study an important ecosystem in a biological station setting that offers a wealth of existing research and the invaluable guidance of staff scholars.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Gary Howalt, P.W.S.President

Jacksonville

Kristin K. Bennett, Esq.Vice-President

Stuart

Mark Diblin, P.G.Treasurer

Gainesville

TBASecretaryLocation

Michael DelCharco, P.E. Past President 2014

Jacksonville

Carol HintonPast President 2013

Gainesville

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ed CallBrooksville

Catherine KatsikisRoyal Palm Beach

Joanne Chamberlain, P.E.Jacksonville

Roger CoppTampa

Richard Creech, P.E., P.S.M.Stuart

L. Donald Duke, Ph.D., P.E.Ft. Myers

Carol HowardSebring

Gregg JonesTampa

Jeremy McBryan, P.E., CFMWest Palm Beach

Luna Phillips, Esq.Ft. Lauderdale

Walt Reigner, P.E., CPESCLakeland

W. Ray ScottTallahassee

Garrett WallaceWest Palm Beach

Shayne Wood, P.E.Jacksonville

February 2015

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Archbold is on the National Register of Historic Places for its role in the history of architecture, science and conservation and listed as a National Natural Landmark, an outstanding example of our country’s natural history, among the best examples of biological and geological features in both public and private ownership.

THE EVENING BEFORE THE MEETING …..If you’re in the Lake Placid Area Thursday evening, March 26, the night prior to the March 27th meeting at Archbold Biological Station, Carol and Bob Howard have graciously invited meeting attendees to join them at their home from 6-8 for an informal gathering on their dock for wine, heavy hors d’oeuvres and friends. Their address is 712 Sunset Pointe Drive, Lake Placid.

ACCOMMODATIONSArchbold Biological Station - Lodging23 Main Dr, Venus, FL 33960

863-465 2571

Additional Nearby Accommodations

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Placid608 S. Lakeview Road, Lake Placid

863-465-9916

Lake Grassy Inn & Suites1865 US- 27, Lake Placid

863-465-9200

Meeting Sponsorsas of 03/04/15 To learn more about our sponsors click their logos.

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Archbold Biological Station - Lodging and Meals Reservation Request FOR ANYONE REQUESTING OVERNIGHT STAY

E-mail to [email protected] Or fax to (863) 699-1927

Visitor General Information (please circle) Principal Investigator, Researcher, Family/Friends, Seminar

Speakers, Groups, College/University Class, Other

First Name: Last Name: Suffix: Title:

Affiliation/Institute/Organization, if applicable:

Home Address 1:

Home Address 2:

City: State: Zip Code: Country:

Home Phone #: Cell #: Email:

Emergency Contact Name:

Emergency Contact Phone #:

Guest of Visitor (i.e. spouse, assistant) if applicable (use separate requests if more than 2)

First Name: Last Name: Suffix:

Title: Affiliation/Institute/Organization:

Home Address 1:

Home Address 2:

City: State: Zip Code: Country:

Home Phone #: Cell #: Email:

Emergency Contact Name:

Emergency Contact Phone #:

Date/Time of Arrival: Date/Time of Departure:

Accommodation Requests-Please check (prices do not include additional $8/person/day Station Use

Fee)

Adrian Archbold Lodge Rate Occupancy Discount Rates

Lodge Bedroom ________ $60 Single – per night 20% discount for 7+

nights

Lodge Bedroom ________ $30 Double – per person per night 20% discount for 7+

nights

Lodge Bedroom ______ $75 Triple – room rate, or $25 per

person per night

20% discount for 7+

nights

Research Center Cottages Rate Extended Stay Rate

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Two bedroom Cottage_____ $55 per night $800/month

Three bedroom Cottage____ $65 per night $900/month

Four bedroom Cottage_____ $75 per night $1,000/month

Dormitory Rate Extended Stay Rate

Dorm Bed $25 per night N/A

Meal Requests: (please check all that apply)

Continental breakfast _______ $4.00 available 6:30-8:00am; M-F only

Lunch ___________________ $7.00 served promptly at 12:00pm; M-F only

Bag lunch to go____________ $7.00 pick-up time:

Dinner – 6 pm_____________ $10.00 only groups of 8 or more; M-F only

Meal tickets located in the Main Office must be turned in by 10:00a each day for that day’s lunch.

First meal: Last meal: # of people requiring vegetarian food

NOTE: Archbold does its best to meet the needs of guests. However, if a guest has a very restricted diet, we suggest that they bring their own food.

Vehicle Requests (requires approval and training; very limited availability):4 WD Vehicle ATV

Reason for use:

Billing, Cancellation, and Deposit Policies We accept: Cash Check Credit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, and Discover)

Attendees paying individually in advance (must submit a Registration Form)

Charge to cost center

Bill to Institution/Organization:

Attention:

Work Address 1:

City: State: Zip Code: Country:

Archbold Biological Station has a 7 day cancellation policy. If you cancel a confirmed reservation 7 days or less before scheduled arrival, you will be charged and billed for a minimum of 1 night. For large groups, a non-refundable deposit may be required.

Office Use Only

Staff Liaison/Contact Person (initial ) Date _______________

Notes/Comments

Approved by Executive Director ______________________________________ Date _______________

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AWRA Florida Section Meeting Friday, March 27, Lake Placid, FloridaArchbold Biological Station

9am – 12:00 pm Field TripsScrub Jay Trail TourNature Trail

10am – 12:00 pm Board of Directors Meeting Adrian Archbold Lodge Living Room

12:00 pm Registration Opens

12:00 - 1:00 pm Lunch

1:00 pm Welcome by Hilary Swain, executive director Archbold Biological Station and presentation on Lake Annie – the real headwaters of the Everglades

1:30 pm SWFWMD Lakes Programs

2:00 pm SFWMD Lake Okechobee - 10 years later

2:30 – 2:45 pm Break

2:45 pm DEP numeric nutrient criteria and water quality trading

3:15 pm Hydromentia Green Technology for Water Quality Treatment

3:45 pm Break

4:00 pm Tom Lynch USF post doc researcher, Performance of Denitriying Biofilters for Stormwater Treatment

4:30 -5:00 pm Lake Watch Today

PRELIMINARY TECHNICAL AGENDA

Friday, March 27, 2015

Save the Date - Upcoming Meetings in 2015May 15 – Lake Worth

July 23, 24 - Key Largo

September 25 - Apalachicola

November 6 - Daytona

Mark your calendars for Friday, November 6, 2015 because you won’t want to miss the final Florida Section AWRA meeting of the year: SHORE 2015 – Sharing Our Research with Everyone! A day-long symposium featuring the work of undergraduate students and high school seniors conducting research on the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) together with recognized scientists throughout the region.

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Board of Directors SummaryThe Florida Section AWRA Board of Directors (BOD) met February 5, 2015 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. prior to the membership meeting held February 6, 2015. The detailed agenda and minutes will be included on the Section website following BOD approval of the minutes at the March BOD meeting.Highlights of the meeting include:

• Executive Committee Elections: a final vote on the executive committee will take place at the March Board meeting. Candidates are: Gary Howalt, Environmental Services, Inc., President; Kristin Bennett, Tetra Tech, Inc., Vice-President; Mark Diblin, Amec Foster Wheeler, Treasurer; and Jeremy McBryan, SFWMD, Secretary.

• Treasurer: Mark Diblin presented the 2014 Financial Report. Net revenue from the meetings was $7,613.49. Student support expenses include $6,700 (grants, awards and scholarships) and $7,767 in student travel support.

• Education Program: The application deadline for the J.B. Butler Science Grant, William V. Storch Award, Sanford N. Young Scholarship and the High School Scholarship is May 15, 2015. Applications and instructions for filing are available on the section website. The Education Committee will be holding meetings to address revisions to the student support policy.

• National: National Board members David Watt, Don Duke and Rafael Frias spoke to the Board about opportunities to participate in/volunteer for the 2016 conference to be held in Florida. The Florida Section Board will allocate time to the National Board at each section meeting to solicit volunteers for the 2016 annual conference.

Board meetings are open to all members of the Florida Section AWRA and their guests. Members and guests are encouraged to get involved and increase the value of their AWRA membership.

“2016 AWRA National Conference to be held in Florida!”

“The 2016 annual National Conference of AWRA will be held in Florida. The location is yet to be determined, but rest assured that AWRA is working hard to identify a great location. The Conference Planning Committee is currently looking for water resources professionals that may be interested in participating in a leadership role in the preparations for this national conference.

Committee positions available include Technical Co-Chair, Finance Chair, Events Chair, and others. Please, contact Rafael Frias, AWRA National Conference Chair, at [email protected] or (954) 465-6872, if interested in participating in a leadership role.

National News

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The following people have renewed or joined AWRA Florida since the release of the January 2015 newsletter:

Membership

Victoria Adams - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityAlice Alonso - University of FloridaAdib Amini - University of South FloridaBrent Anderson - NorthStar Contracting Group, Inc.Melvin W Anderson - University of South FloridaStuart Appelbaum - Arcadis US, Inc.Sam Arden - University of FloridaDervishaj Ardit - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMelinda Averhart - Audubon of Southwest FloridaRachel Back - RS&H, Inc.Fay Baird - Normandeau AssociatesJessica Baker - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityThomas Behlmer - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityKristin Bennett - Tetra Tech, Inc.Laura Benneyworth - Vanderbilt UniversityAndrew T. (Toby) Benoit - Ellis & Associates, Inc.Karen Bickford - Lee County Board of County CommissionersHaisley Blankenship - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityChristopher Boruch - MacDonald-Bedford LLCStan Bronson - Florida Earth FoundationFrederick L. Busack - Busack Law Firm, PAEd Call - Southwest Florida Water Management DistrictDominick Carbone - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityConnor J. Chambers - CJC Management ServicesDavid Clapp - St. Johns River Water Management DistrictKellie Clark - Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.Jennifer Clemente - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMichael Copeland - NorthStar Group ServicesRoger Copp - A.D.A. Engineering, Inc.Ed Cronyn - AtkinsMatthew Cull - ABB Inc.Wendy M. Cyriacks - Cyriacks Environmental Consulting Services, Inc.Lee Davidson - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityKeela Delgado - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityDana Dettmar - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityDavid Dreier - University of FloridaChad Drummond - Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.Don Duke - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityKatie Duty - HDR, Inc.Douglas L. Dycus - Florida Department of TransportationRonald M. Edenfield - RMEC, LLCAndrew Eduartez - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityEmma Fain - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityTracy Falardo - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityCharlie Faulkner - Faulkner & AssociatesJohn Ferlita - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityWayne E. Flowers - Lewis, Longman & Walker, PASarah Garita - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityPatricia Gertenbach - E Sciences, Inc.Jeffrey S. Glenn - RS&H, Inc.Jessica Goodstein - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityBeverly Grady - Roetzel & Andress, LPAKirby Green - AquaFiber Technologies CorporationMitchell L. Griffin - CH2M HILLIan Hahus - University of FloridaMichael C. Hancock - Southwest Florida Water Management District

Kevin Henson - University of FloridaWes Henson - University of Florida/USGSJohn Herbert - On Point Associates, LLCRyan Herring - University of FloridaJoe Hill - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityHayley Hoover - University of South FloridaCharles Houder - Natural Resource Planning ServicesGary K. Howalt - Environmental Services, Inc.W. R. Howard Jr - The Carol Group, Inc.Peter Hubbell - WRATerrence Hull - INTERADouglas W. Hurst - England, Thims & Miller, Inc.Alexis Johnson - University of FloridaPaul Julian - University of FloridaDavid Kaplan - University of FloridaCatherine Katsikis - Laboratory Data Consultants FLSuzanne Kaufman - Jones EdmundsCarlyn Kowalsky - South Florida Water Management DistrictAlexander Kucherenko - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityDaphne D. Lambright - Biotechnical Support ServicesAmy Langston - University of FloridaOurania Lardas - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityKurt Leckler - South Florida Water Management DistrictJabari Lee - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityDrew Liddick - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityLaura Line - Water & Air Research, Inc.Claudia Listopad - Applied Ecology, Inc.Deborah A. Locklair - ECCAdrien Lombard - Intelligentsia International, Inc.Emma Lopez - University of South FloridaMark Lucius - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityWilliam Lynch - GEI Consultants, Inc.Thomas Lynn - University of South FloridaConor MacDonnell - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityThomas K. MacVicar - MacVicar Consulting, Inc.Steven Madden - Conestoga-Rovers & AssociatesEmily Malinosky - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityDavid W. Martin - Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc.Christopher J. Martinez - University of FloridaCaroline Masek - INTERAChristophe McAvoy - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityJeremy McBryan - South Florida Water Management DistrictDavid McClintock - Hanson Pipe and PrecastKaren Miller - Conestoga-Rovers & AssociatesDavid L. Miracle - St. Johns River Water Management DistrictAnn Moore - Lake Disston LakeWatchJoannie Moreno - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityJohn Morgan - City of Delray BeachAnthony Morris - Hoover Pumping SystemsLouis H. Motz - University of FloridaGreg Munson - GunsterRenee Murch - INTERAChristopher Murray - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityTian Nan - Florida State UniversityNatalie Nelson - University of FloridaChristopher Niforatos - CH2M HILLThomas Noeuveglise - Campus Climate CorpsDavid J. O’Brien Jr. - SurvTech Solutions, Inc.

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Membership

Thank you for your participation!

Joanne Chamberlain

Membership Services [email protected] • 561-707-8301

Eric T Olsen - Hopping Green & SamsCharles Padera - KleinschmidtJezabel Pagan - Southwest Florida Water Management DistrictKarl Payne - University of South FloridaLuna E. Phillips - GunsterFredric L. Pirkle - Gannett Fleming, Inc.Reed Putnall - Cardno, Inc.David G. Pyne - ASR Systems LLCPete Quasius - Audubon of Western EvergladesDharma Ramos - Yara North AmericaLaura Rankin - University of South FloridaRishabh Rawal - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityNathan Reaver - University of FloridaWalt Reigner - AMECCourtney Reijo - University of FloridaGary Ritter - Florida Farm Bureau FederationJulian Rivera - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityLaura Rodrigues-Gonzales - University of South FloridaKristyan Rodriguez - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityKacie Ross - University of FloridaNancy Rothstein - Lewis, Longman & Walker, PADiane R. Salz - Government and Legislative AffairsRay Scott - Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer ServicesCristina Serra - University of South FloridaCharles M. Shinn III - Florida Farm Bureau FederationAnn B. Shortelle - Suwannee River Water Management DistrictCollin Siberz - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityJennifer Sikes - Taylor Engineering, Inc.Laurie Smith - City of LakelandWill Stewart - RS&H, Inc.Bill C. Stimmel - NADouglas G. Strom - Water & Air Research, Inc.Andrew Taggart - University of Florida

Emily Taylor - University of FloridaAndrew D. Tilton - Johnson Engineering, Inc.Ramon Torres - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityDeborah Tyson - GunsterDaniel VanNorman - NACathy Vogel - The Catalina Group, Inc.Sandra Walters - Sandra Walters Consultants, Inc. (SWC)Jonathan Waters - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityGrant Weinkam - University of FloridaTucker Weiss - Sweetwater Paddle SportsMichele Weitzel - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityStephanie West - University of Florida TREEO CenterMatthew Whitmer - Florida Gulf Coast UniversityBenjamin Curt Williams - Florida Farm Bureau FederationLisa Wilson-Davis - City of Boca RatonZexuan Xu - Florida State UniversityJay W. Yingling - Southwest Florida Water Management DistrictJennifer Zimmerman - OTT HydrometGabriella Balsam - University of South FloridaCourtney Steele - A.D.A. Engineering, Inc.Charles Cooper - University of FloridaRafael E. Frias - Black & Veatch CorporationGarrett Wallace - Alico Inc.Michael DelCharco - Taylor Engineering, Inc.Joanne Chamberlain - St. Johns River Water Management DistrictDavid Watt - St. Johns River Water Management DistrictGustavo Suarez Narvaez - St. Johns River Water Management DistrictJoe Barber - The Carol Group, Inc.Ron Hamel - Gulf Citrus Growers AssociationCarol Howard - The Carol Group, Inc.Samantha Senne - Floridian PartnersValerie Valentine - Daytona State College

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The first meeting of 2015 was very successful with over 150 professionals and students attending the 24th Annual Southwest Florida Water Resources Conference in Ft. Myers. The technical presentations were very informative, the student poster session was the largest one that I remember having, and the content of the posters was very impressive. The top awards for this year’s poster session went to high school students from the Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches. See below for a summary of the winning posters. As always the facilities at the Florida Gulf Coast University were excellent for this conference.

This year’s scholarship and grant applications are being accepted until May 15, 2015, please pass the word to all the students and teachers you know so we can give away the funds for student and water resources education that we have worked so hard raising. Our great education committee has updated the application forms and have them all posted on our web site so the application process is easier and all done online. Great job education committee!

Our next meeting will be March 27th at the Archbold Biological Station in the Lake Placid area of southcentral Florida. The rest of the meetings for 2015 are coming together with set dates and preliminary programs being established. We will have a great year!

I look forward to seeing everyone at the Archbold Biological Station on March 27th, so register now!

Gary Howalt [email protected]

The

Undergraduate student division:1: $400 Aidan J Dermody-McKeen Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches2: $300 Josemaria P. Silvestrini Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches3 (tie): $200 Samantha C. Spritz Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches3 (tie): $200 Daniel Franco and Sebastian Arbelaez FGCU College of Engineering

Graduate student division:1: $400 Amy K. Langston University of Florida2: $300 Grant B. Weinkam University of Florida3: $200 Laura C. Rodriguez-Gonzalez and

Karl A. PayneUniversity of South Florida

Southwest Florida Water Resources Conference Student Poster Contest Winners

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The Rosanne Clementi Education ProgramEducation Committee: Rosanne Clementi, Clementi Environmental Consulting; Kristin Bennett, Tetra Tech, Inc.; Kelly Clark, Kimley Horn; Mark Diblin, AMEC Foster Wheeler, Jeremy McBryan, SFWMD

Applications for the 2015 Grants, Awards and Scholarship are Now AvailableThe JB Butler Science Grant, William V. Storch Award, Sanford N. Young Scholarship and the High School Scholarship applications are now available on the Section website – www.awraflorida.org. The application deadline is May 15. Applications may be submitted anytime up to May 15, 2015.

The J.B. Butler Science Grant is awarded to pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade teachers and environmental centers to aid in water resource education. Each year, approximately five $500 grants are awarded. As of this year, AWRA Florida has awarded nearly $47,000 in J.B Butler Science Grants. This program has provided assistance to dozens of teachers and thousands of students.

The William V. Storch Award is given to graduate and undergraduate students to support educational activities. Since its inception, approximately $41,000 has been awarded to students by AWRA Florida. There are two awards available each year, each at $1,500.

The Sanford N. Young Scholarship is an endowed fund designed to provide funding for at least one $2,000 scholarship each year. It is available to both graduate and undergraduate students. To date, AWRA Florida has awarded $14,000 in Sanford N. Young Scholarships.

AWRA Florida began offering a High School Scholarship for Florida high school seniors in 2013. As of this year, a total of $2,000 has been awarded to high school students. Each year, AWRA Florida will award at least one $1,000 scholarship to a Florida high school senior who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in academic performance and community involvement and has an intent to pursue academic studies in the water resource related fields of geology, engineering, ecology and/or marine biology at a Florida college or university. The scholarship recipient will also be awarded an annual student membership to the Florida Section for the following year. The Scholarship will be awarded upon confirmation of enrollment in a Florida college or university.

Continued financial support for the Rosanne Clementi Education Program*Financial support for the education program comes from meeting revenues, directed donations and proceeds from the Silent Auction. The Silent Auction traditionally is held during the Annual Meeting held in July. You can help support the AWRA Florida Section Education Program and the students by continuing to attend the AWRA Florida Section bi-monthly meetings, by sponsoring the bi-monthly meetings, by donating to and purchasing silent auction items and by making directed donations to the education program. You can make a donation directly from the website at www.awraflorida.org. Every amount helps the students. No amount is too small or too large.

A Message from the Education Committee

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* The AWRA Florida Section is a 501(c)(3) entity and contributions may be tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. The AWRA Florida Section is registered as a charitable organization with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs. FDACS Registration Number CH39023. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State of Florida. Registration information may be obtained by calling 1-800-HELP-FLA (1-800-435-7352) and at www.800helpfla.com

Student Funds

Every year our chapter of AWRA gives away thousands of dollars to college and, increasingly, high school students. These funds can take several forms – scholarships for tuition, funding for AWRA meeting attendance, or grants for school programs. We have recently supported several students from a high school: Oxbridge Academy of the Palm Beaches. These students, working with Dr. Teresa Thorton, have amazed us with the level of sophistication in not only their water resources understanding, but their presentation and interpersonal skills. Recently students from Oxbridge have attended and presented posters at both the AWRA National Meeting this past November in DC, and at our last AWRA meeting in Ft. Myers. In fact, Oxbridge students placed in the top three spots in our AWRA Florida Section Student Research Poster Contest – and they were competing against college undergrads! We hope to have these students involved in water resources for a long time to come. A thank you letter from Dr. Thorton and her students is below.

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VISIT THE FLORIDA SECTION WEBSITE AT:

the Watershed Editor:Gregg Jones, Technical Director/V.P.Cardno3905 Crescent Park Dr. • Riverview, FL 33578Phone (813) 664-4500 • Fax (813) [email protected]

Contact Upcoming Meeting Chairs Regarding Sponsorship or Assistance

VISIT THE FLORIDA SECTION WEBSITE AT:www.awraflorida.org

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May 15 – Lake Worth

July 23, 24 – Key Largo

September 25 – Apalachicola

November 6 – Daytona