FWC invites the public to attend Lake Okeechobee listening sessions

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will host two public listening sessions to gather community input on the management of fish, wildlife and habitat on Lake Okeechobee.

These sessions will provide residents, anglers, stakeholders and community partners the opportunity to share perspectives, ask questions and help inform future management efforts.

Meeting Details

Okeechobee
Tuesday, Jan. 20 | 6–8 p.m.
C. Scott Driver Center
10100 West Highway 78
Okeechobee, FL 34972

Clewiston Wednesday, Jan. 21 | 6–8 p.m.
John Boy Auditorium
1200 W. C. Owen Ave.
Clewiston, FL 33440

“As directed by the Commission, we are creating a Lake Okeechobee Council to address the challenges and issues associated with aquatic plant management on Lake Okeechobee,” said George Warthen, FWC Chief Conservation Officer.  “These listening sessions are an important step to provide valuable stakeholder input into this process.”

For questions or more information, email AquaticHabitat@MyFWC.com.

To learn more about Florida’s lakes, including fishing forecasts, virtual tours, annual work plans, boat ramp information and more, visit MyFWC.com/Lakes and explore the “What’s Happening on My Lake” page.