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APPENDICES Coastal Rivers SWIM Plan Update APPENDICES Coastal Rivers SWIM Plan Update Coastal Rivers Basin SWIM Plan Update ESA / D150586.00 Final November 2017 APPENDIX A Governance and Jurisdictional Authority in the Basin As required by the SWIM Act, the following governmental entities have jurisdiction over the waterbodies and the land within a one-mile perimeter of the waterbody: Federal Agencies United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – The Corps of Engineers is responsible for maintenance of navigation, dredge/fill permitting for construction in and around wetlands. Department of the Interior (DOI) - Management of federal cultural, energy, natural and water resources. United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) – Protection of federally listed species, migratory birds and marine life. A commenting agency on USACE permits. National Park Service (NPS) – Management of the Cedar Keys and Suwannee National Wildlife Refuges. United States Geological Survey (USGS) - data collection & monitoring of waterbody gauges. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – Protect the Nation’s health and human environment. Administrate the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting activities and hazardous waste sites. National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) – monitoring of weather, climate, oceanographic and bathymetric conditions. National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) – fisheries monitoring, migratory fishing regulations. A commenting agency on USACE permits. National Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) – provides farmers and ranchers with financial and technical assistance to voluntarily put conservation on the ground. State Agencies Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) - The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services supports and promotes Florida agriculture, protects the environment, safeguards consumers, and ensures the safety and wholesomeness of food. Coastal Rivers Basin SWIM Plan Update A-1 ESA / D150586.00 Final November 2017 Appendix A: Governance and Jurisdictional Authority in the Basin The FDACS Division of Agricultural Environmental Services (AES) administers state mosquito control program coordination; agricultural pesticide registration, testing and regulation; pest control regulation; and feed, seed and fertilizer production registration, inspection and testing. The FDACS Office of Agricultural Water Policy (OAWP) facilitates communications among federal, state and local agencies and the agricultural industry on water quantity and water quality issues involving agriculture. The OAWP has developed Best Management Practices (BMPs) addressing both water quality and water conservation on a site-specific, regional and watershed basis for commercial agricultural operations. The office is directly involved with statewide programs to implement the Federal Clean Water Act's Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements for agriculture. The office facilitates the participation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts in water-related issues at the County or watershed level. FDACs Florida Forest Service protect and manage the forest resources of the state, including controlled burns, fire suppression and exotic species control. FDACs Division of Aquaculture coordinate and assist in the development of aquaculture and regulate aquafarms to protect and conserve Florida’s natural resources. Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) – The department is responsible for state-owned and sovereign submerged lands, State Parks, mine permitting/operation, Water Quality, Minimum Flows & Levels (MFLs), NPDES water quality certifications, dredge and fill permitting, surface and groundwater quality management, point source discharge permitting, stormwater discharge permitting, solid and hazardous waste. Florida Department of Health (FDOH) – The Department of Health oversees the regulation and permitting of onsite sewage disposal systems and disease prevention Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) – The department is responsible for the construction and maintenance of the State and Federal road network including drainage systems. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) – Game and wildlife management, habitat protection, protected species regulation, enforcement activities, permit commenting agency. Florida Department of Corrections (FDOC) – There are County prison and work camp facilities throughout the basin. These facilities have consumption and discharge permits within the basin. University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Services – federal-state-county partnership to develop knowledge in agriculture, human and natural resources. Coastal Rivers Basin SWIM Plan Update A-2 ESA / D150586.00 Final November 2017 Appendix A: Governance and Jurisdictional Authority in the Basin Regional Agencies Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) – surface water management permitting, water quality, stormwater management permitting, water well construction, consumptive use permitting, aquifer recharge North Central Florida Regional Planning Council (NCFRPC) – Developments of Regional Impact, Federal A-95 review, Comprehensive Regional Policy Plans, growth management, resource planning and protection. Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority – The Withlacoochee Regional Water Supply Authority (WRWSA or "Authority") is a multi-county special district of the State of Florida charged with planning for and developing cost-efficient, high-quality water supplies for its member governments. The Authority promotes environmental stewardship through its water conservation programs and will develop alternative water sources when necessary to augment traditional water supplies to meet the region’s long-term needs. Florida Farm Bureau – The Florida Farm Bureau Federation's mission is "to increase the net income of farmers and ranchers, and to improve the quality of rural life." Florida Rural Water Association – The primary purpose is to assist water and wastewater systems with every phase of the water and wastewater operations. Audubon Florida – Audubon’s mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity. The Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute, Inc. – The mission of the Florida Springs Institute is to provide a focal point for improving the understanding of spring ecology and to foster the development of science-based education and management actions needed to restore and protect springs throughout Florida. Local Governments Management Responsibilities: The management responsibilities of county government relating to or impacting on water quality are land use controls, public facilities construction and operation, comprehensive plan development, and the issuance of development orders and construction permits. Specific direction in the management of land use activities and water resource issues is provided for local governments in Florida through Chapter 163, Part II, F. S., and Rules 9J-5 and 9J-24, F.A.C. Florida Counties Alachua County Dixie County Gilchrist County Jefferson County Lafayette County Levy County Madison County Taylor County Coastal Rivers Basin SWIM Plan Update A-3 ESA / D150586.00 Final November 2017 Appendix A: Governance and Jurisdictional Authority in the Basin Florida Cities/Towns City of Newberry - Alachua County Town of Cross City, Town of Horseshoe Beach - Dixie County City of Monticello - Jefferson County Town of May - Lafayette County City of Cedar Key, Town of Bronson, Town of Otter Creek - Levy County Town of Madison, Town of Greenville - Madison County City of Perry - Taylor County Soil and Water Conservation Districts Alachua County Dixie County Gilchrist County Jefferson County Lafayette County Levy County Madison County Taylor County Coastal Rivers Basin SWIM Plan Update A-4 ESA / D150586.00 Final November 2017 APPENDIX B Permitted Point and Nonpoint Source Discharges in the Basin Domestic Wastewater Industrial Wastewater NPDES Domestic and Industrial Wastewater NPDES Construction Facilities NPDES Industrial and Generic Stormwater Facilities NPDES Stormwater Coastal Rivers Basin SWIM Plan Update ESA / D150586.00 Final November 2017 Web_WAFR_SW OWNERSHIP EXPIRATION COUNTY FACILITY ID NAME FAC TYPE ADDRESS CITY TYPE DATE DESCRIPTION ALACHUA FLR10PM42 fdot 427474-1-52-01 Construction Stormwater GP Gainesville State 8/21/2020 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR10LB28 34th Street DG Construction Stormwater GP 4133 SW 34th St Gainesville Private 11/9/2016 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR05F383 9th Place Newberry LLC Multi-Sector Stormwater GP 24735 NW 9th Pl Newberry Indian 8/24/2018 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR10LO15 ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Store 79B Construction Stormwater GP 5820 NW 34th Street Ext Gainesville Private 4/14/2017 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR10OY53 ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Store No. 112B Construction Stormwater GP 6612 W Newberry Rd Gainesville Unknown 1/18/2020 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR10QD64 ADG Driveway and Utility Infrastructure and Alachua Concret Construction Stormwater GP Alachua Private 5/8/2021 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR05G916 Air Liquide Advanced Materials LLC Multi-Sector Stormwater GP 1310 S Main St High Springs Private 4/10/2019 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR10PE98 Alachua AutoZone & Family Dollar Construction Stormwater GP 15535 NW US Hwy 441 Alachua Unknown 4/25/2020 Generic Permit ALACHUA FLR04E005 Alachua County Stormwater - MS4 Phase 2 306 NE 6th Ave Rm 348 Gainesville Private 2/28/2018 Generic
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