08 Dec

Posted at 15:44h in News

There’s good news for the Lake Worth Lagoon. Habitat enhancement sites like Snook Islands, South Cove, and the soon-to-be-finished Tarpon Cove are helping to improve water quality. I and others have been strong advocates for creating these and similar sites for decades. However, if we are really committed to improving the Lagoon’s water quality and marine-life habitats, we must address the sediment that is regularly delivered to the estuary during each freshwater discharge. Where does the sediment come from? It is essentially soil and other organic material that heavy rains wash off farm fields, roads, and yards into canals. This sediment is carried...

20 Jun

Posted at 13:56h in News

Clean water in ample supply is the lifeblood of Palm Beach County. This is true everywhere but especially here because it is vital for our growing economy. Residents want to know when we turn on our taps that our water is safe to drink....

13 Jun

Posted at 13:44h in News

With all due respect for our County Commissioners, throwing money at the affordable housing crisis is the wrong approach. Alternatively, cities and counties across America have adopted policies to address similar problems while targeting multiple related concerns like mental and physical health declines, global warming, pollution’s threat to clear air and water and pedestrian safety....