The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners has recognized April 2026 as Water Conservation Month, encouraging everyone to save water by improving outdoor irrigation and using rain shutoff devices. The county is partnering with the State of Florida and Water Management Districts to promote conservation efforts that support a healthy community and economy.
The board also approved a new Agricultural Legacy Lands Protection Program to preserve prime farmland in northern Santa Rosa County. Staff will use existing funds and look for ongoing revenue sources to sustain the program…