Furthermore, he said, “This funding includes historic investments in our iconic springs, world-renowned Everglades, award-winning state parks and beautiful beaches.” He explained that the investment are especially important” because of the impacts of Hurricane Irma.
The Everglades National Park is located in South Florida. It is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States.
In addition, the Everglades is a World Heritage Site. It is also a Wetland of International National Importance and an International Biosphere Reserve. The Everglades is one of the only three places in the planet that has the three designations.
Gov. Scott said, “I look forward to working with the Legislature during the upcoming session on these strategic investments to help preserve our environment…”
