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County updates water-conservation work, turf‑swap rebates and irrigation rules

Alachua County Board of County Commissioners · May 9, 2026
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Summary

Alachua County staff reported on education, a turf‑swap rebate program funded by the St. Johns River Water Management District, irrigation design code implementation and enforcement. The board authorized outreach to municipalities and asked for enforcement data.

Stacy Greco of the Alachua County Environmental Protection Department updated the board on the county19s water‑conservation efforts and grant‑funded programs.

Greco described CAP and grant partnerships, an ongoing turf‑swap rebate program funded with $300,000 in cost‑share funds from the St. Johns River Water Management District, and Florida Water Star incentives for new construction. She told the board that, to date, the turf‑swap program…

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