We have come a long way. Florida is at the cutting edge. Our system is not perfect, but it is far better than where we started. Coordination between DEP and the WMD s is also far better. This Committee faces issues that to date we have been unable or unwilling to resolve.
People solve problems.
According to a recent article published in the St. Petersburg Times, DEP will begin using private inspectors contracted by DEP for environmental compliance. The new program will focus on stormwater. The initiative coincides with the EPA delegation of this program to the state. DEP Secretary David Struhs will use the privatization or outsourcing , as DEP likes to call the measure, instead of hiring hundreds of inspectors to operate the delegated program. The private entity will work under contract from DEP for inspection and initial enforcement efforts.