Stand up to the corruption. Protect our Everglades legacy.
It's been greased through the system every step of the way and it puts everything we’ve worked for at risk. Florida’s future shouldn’t be carved up for corporate gain—and it certainly shouldn’t be decided behind closed doors.
Governor DeSantis has been a champion for clean water, but so far, he hasn’t spoken out about this project. Now is the time for him to protect his Everglades legacy and stop this rock mine.
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What's at Stake?
Sets a dangerous precedent that opens the door for more rock mines, favoring industry profits over Florida’s clean water and restoration future.
Threatens the Everglades Reservoir, a critical nearby restoration project designed to reduce toxic coastal discharges.
Public trust and hundred of millions in taxpayer dollars are in jeopardy, along with Florida’s legacy to restore America’s Everglades.
FAQsWhat You Need to Know:
What exactly is being proposed?
The “Southland Water Resource Project” is a rock mine in disguise. It would excavate thousands of acres in the Everglades Agricultural Area under the false promise of water benefits.
Why should Floridians be concerned?
It jeopardizes the nearby Everglades Reservoir (a key restoration project under construction), threatens the Biscayne Aquifer, and uses potential restoration land for private mining profits.
Will it use taxpayer funding?
Yes. Although there was a lack of transparency regarding taxpayer funding throughout the approval process, the project’s website says it will require taxpayer funding, despite startup being privately funded.
Has this project been approved yet?
The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners approved the project for excavation within Palm Beach County—despite widespread public opposition and a lack of clarity about the project’s multi-agency approval process. The next step is permit approval from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
Has it been reviewed by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD)?
No. SFWMD has not completed its evaluation, and agency staff have indicated it would take about a year to fully vett the project. SFWMD had their first public hearing on the project one week after Palm Beach County issued their approval.
Has it been reviewed by the Army Corps of Engineers?
No. The Army Corps has not evaluated the project and recently sent a letter stating their serious concerns about the project’s impacts on Everglades Restoration.
What happens if it gets approved at all levels?
It could open the floodgates for similar high-impact projects in areas that should be prioritized for future restoration—risking billions in taxpayer investment and the health of Florida’s water systems.
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Governor DeSantis has built a strong record on Everglades restoration and water quality, but silence now could cost everything.
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Together, we can stop this mine—and preserve our clean water legacy.
