Manatee County Now Accepting Applications for Environmental Lands Management and Acquisition Committee

MANATEE COUNTY — Manatee County residents who want to help protect land and water resources, preserve fish and wildlife habitat, and provide for passive recreation are invited to apply for five positions (member of Environmental Group, Resident of District 1, Resident of District 3, Resident of District 5, and Resident of District 7) now available on the Environmental Lands Management and Acquisition Committee (ELMAC).

The Environmental Lands Program has been working on implementation of the community-initiated Conservation and Parks Projects Referendum that was approved by voters authorizing millions of dollars for the acquisition, improvement, and management of land to protect natural resources and provide parks.

This citizen’s advisory committee makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners on environmental land acquisition and management issues, including recreational planning and programming of public lands. ELMAC also serves as the Tree Advisory Board to promote awareness of the County-wide tree canopy and tree education programs.

Applications for these five positions will be accepted through December 13^th, 2024 and may be found here.  Applicants for this position must reside in Manatee County.

ELMAC typically meets on the first Monday of every other month at 6:00 pm in the Manatee Room at 1112 Manatee Ave W, in Bradenton. More information about the ELMAC can be found here.