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Myths of Competition are killing restoration of the Everglades

We at Lake O Alliance completely agree with Lt. Colonel Jennifer Reynolds' message and so, we added visuals to make this message easier to take in. To everyone who values our South Florida environment, please SHARE and spread the word that by working together, we can all save our piece of paradise... On May 7. 2019 an unprecedented meeting took place among the Board of County Commissions from five Florida counties: Glades, Hendry, Martin, Palm Beach, and Okeechobee. Deputy District Commander for South Florida in the Jacksonville District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Lieutenant Colonel Jennifer A. Reynolds, addressed the crowd with a strong message: the biggest problem derailing Everglades Restoration are the constant myths about Southern Florida watershed being perpetually shared amongst the public and media.

Common misconceptions continue to "muddy the waters" in the Everglades Restoration arena

As the debate continues over the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and South Florida Water Management District Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan projects, some common misconceptions continue to “muddy the waters.” here we outline are some examples and uncover the truth. Original Publisher/Editor: Katrina Elsken - kelsken@newszap.com