Public Workshops/Notices/Comment Opportunities
Current Public Comment Opportunities
The FWC hosted an in-person working group meeting March 27 to provide information and allow working group members to share viewpoints about a potential Silver Glen Springs Spring Protection Zone.
Members of the public are invited to submit written comments and questions about this topic at BoatingPublicComments@myfwc.com.
For more information, contact: Major Bill Holcomb, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Division of Law Enforcement, Boating and Waterways Section, 620 South Meridian Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1600, William.Holcomb@myfwc.com.
The FWC hosted a virtual public workshop March 28 regarding a proposal to amend sections in 68D-34.002, F.A.C. related to livery pre-rental and pre-ride instruction requirements when renting human-powered vessels. The proposed rule change would remove the requirement for on-the-water demonstration and check ride when renting human-powered vessels.
Members of the public are invited to submit written comments and questions about this topic at BoatingPublicComments@myfwc.com. The deadline to submit comments or questions is April 19
For more information, contact Captain Rachel Bryant, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Division of Law Enforcement, Boating and Waterways Section, 620 South Meridian Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-1600, Rachel.Bryant@MyFWC.com.
Previous Opportunities to Provide Feedback
The FWC actively seeks public input on a variety of topics related to boating and waterways and provides public notices of proposed and approved local boating restricted areas. Please check back to this webpage for updates.
Survey About Sewage Disposal Needs
Boaters, take this Florida Sea Grant survey to provide your input about what and where additional sewage disposal resources are needed in the state.
Learn more by reviewing the FAQs about this survey.