The County Commission has asked the District to proceed with the acquisition. North River Shores baffle boxes ribbon cutting ceremony to be held June 4, 2001. The ribbon cutting marks the successful completion of the installation of baffle boxes in an existing fully developed neighborhood. The project was one of the first items funded with St. Lucie Issues Team grant monies. Baffle boxes are underground concrete structures which serve a very important water quality purpose by slowing down the flow of storm water runoff and allowing trash, debris and suspended solids to settle out from the water and allowing cleaner water to travel on to the river.
Martin awaits funding from federal partners .
The CERP report of specific projects in Martin County is due out in June, 2001. Martin County projects are expected in the WRDA 2002 funding approvals. State money has been allocated. As soon as federal funding is approved, Martin stands ready as a funding partner. New State funding for conservation lands available May 29, 2001.