USACE hosts progress update meeting on the CEPP, EAA, A2 STA Operational Plan on July 31, 2024
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District (USACE), will host a virtual informational meeting Wednesday, July 31, 2024 to inform stakeholders and the public regarding USACE and South Florida Water Management District progress on development of the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP), Everglades Agricultural Area, A2 Stormwater Treatment Area Operational Plan.
Central Everglades Planning Project Virtual Informational Meeting
Wednesday, July 31st from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
https://usace1.webex.com/meet/michael.j.collis
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The USACE and our partners at the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) will provide an update on progress made in evaluating operational alternatives for Central Everglades Planning Project, Everglades Agricultural Area, A2 Stormwater Treatment Area (STA).
The A2 Stormwater Treatment Area is under construction by the SFWMD. The USACE is evaluating operational alternatives to facilitate SFWMD’s operation of the STA upon construction completion. CEPP focuses restoration on more natural flows into and through the central and southern Everglades by increasing storage and treatment south of Lake Okeechobee, improving conveyance to the Central Everglades and removing barriers to flow to Everglades National Park.
For more information on CEPP, visit www.saj.usace.army.mil/CEPP
The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan outlines the projects for returning the lifeblood of the Everglades – water – to its historic quantity, quality, timing and distribution. The overarching objective of the Plan is the restoration, preservation, and protection of the south Florida ecosystem while providing for other water-related needs of the region, including water supply and flood protection.
USACE hosts Bi-annual informational meeting on all phases of the Central Everglades Planning Project on May 1, 2024
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District (USACE), will host a virtual bi-annual informational meeting Wednesday, May 1, 2024 to inform stakeholders and the public regarding USACE and South Florida Water Management District progress on implementation and all phases of the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP), a key project of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP).
Central Everglades Planning Project Virtual Informational Meeting (All Phases)
Wednesday, May 1st from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
https://usace1.webex.com/meet/michael.j.collis
+1-844-800-2712 US Toll Free
+1-669-234-1177 US Toll
Access code: 199 371 5161
“Project managers from the USACE and our partners at the South Florida Water Management District will provide updates on all phases of the Central Everglades Planning Project, or CEPP, including the CEPP South, CEPP North, CEPP New Water and CEPP Everglades Agricultural Area phases,” said CEPP Senior Project Manager, Christyn Figueroa. “We will talk about the current project status for each phase, including design and construction, and future plans. The presentation will include updates on the construction progress on the Everglades Agricultural Area Reservoir and Stormwater Treatment Area.”
CEPP focuses restoration on more natural flows into and through the central and southern Everglades by increasing storage and treatment south of Lake Okeechobee, improving conveyance to the Central Everglades and removing barriers to flow to Everglades National Park.
For more information on CEPP, visit www.saj.usace.army.mil/CEPP
The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan outlines the projects for returning the lifeblood of the Everglades – water – to its historic quantity, quality, timing and distribution. The overarching objective of the Plan is the restoration, preservation, and protection of the south Florida ecosystem while providing for other water-related needs of the region, including water supply and flood protection.