Advocates Cassani, Goss, Parsons, Capece and Brookes to Address Water Policy and Pollution Concerns
Water is essential to life, but it’s under severe threat, negatively impacting our quality of life, our health, our economy and our future. From polluted waterways to diminishing resources, we face significant challenges that demand our immediate attention. On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Calusa Waterkeeper is hosting Save Our Water: Protect our Health, Economy & Future luncheon from 11 am to 2 pm at Broadway Palm Dinner Theater. Speakers and panelists will raise awareness about the critical state of our local waters and provide a platform that will arm the community with actionable steps to make a difference. With the critical need to protect and restore our water resources, as well as safeguard the health of our community and the economy, this is a must-attend event.
Keynote speaker, Calusa Waterkeeper Emeritus John Cassani, will reveal the past and present water quality in the Caloosahatchee and Charlotte Harbor watersheds and how these changes affect our ecosystems, economy and even our health. Leading experts will take part in a panel discussion to discuss policy, pollution, and solutions. Panelists include South Florida Water Management Board Chairman Chauncey Goss, FGCU Water School Professor Michael Parsons (Ph.D.), Kissimmee Waterkeeper John Capece (Ph.D.), and Environmental Attorney Ralf Brookes. Fox 4 Meteorlogist Andrew Shipley will serve as emcee and The Fort Myers News-Press Journalist Amy Bennett Williams will serve as panel moderator.
Polluted water is directly linked to a range of serious health issues, including waterborne diseases, higher healthcare costs, and long-term public health challenges. From our drinking water to the safety of the seafood we consume, the health risks associated with poor water quality affect every part of our daily lives, including our economy. To address these challenges, stronger policies and actions are required. Calusa Waterkeeper is committed to advocating for sustainable water management practices and ensuring clean, accessible water for all. We believe that effective change can only occur when we come together as a community and advocate for stronger protections for our waters.
This is a critical moment for our community, and participation in this event can make a lasting difference. All funds raised will be put to work to restore and protect our waters, ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy the beauty and natural resources that make Southwest Florida so special. Save Our Water: Protect our Health, Economy & Future is sponsored in part by The Community Foundation, Above Board Chamber of Florida, Southwest Florida Christain Chamber, Fort Myers Beach Chamber, and The News-Press.
Details:
Event: Save Our Water: Protect our Health, Economy & Future
Date & Time: Thursday, March 27, 2025, 11 am to 2 pm
Location: Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Admission: $50 includes lunch, networking, keynote speaker, and panel discussion
The time to act is now. Together, we can protect our water, our health, and our future. RSVP today and be part of the change that will safeguard our piece of paradise.
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