Environment and the Indian River Lagoon
The Indian River Lagoon is one of our region’s most vital natural resources, supporting wildlife, tourism, and our local economy. As part of the National Estuary Program, it plays a key role in protecting water quality and preserving Florida’s unique ecosystems. I am committed to restoring the lagoon, improving water quality, and supporting science-based conservation efforts. As one of the co-chairs of the bipartisan Estuary Caucus, we support continued investment in the National Estuary Program and other partnerships that protect our environment.
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Space Coast Daily
BREVARD COUNTY • PORT CANAVERAL, FLORIDA — U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District command leadership, hosted by the Canaveral Port Authority, provided U.S. Congressman Mike Haridopolos with a waterside tour of multiple projects totaling over $150 million in Federal funding that ensure the continued safe navigation of Canaveral Harbor and preserve Brevard County’s shoreline.
“The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District has a long and storied history on this coastline,” said Col. Brandon Bowman, USACE Jacksonville District Commander.
WESH 2 Orlando
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. —
Lawmakers, engineers, and members of the Port Authority provided an update on the monthslong Canaveral Harbor Sand Bypass project during a visit to Jetty Park on Thursday.
“It’s a bigger, better project,” senior project manager Chris Ren said.
This year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is taking a different approach to rebuilding the beaches. Instead of taking sand from offshore, they're taking sand from another part of the beach, north of the port, where there's too much sand surrounding the jetty.
TC Palm
INDIAN RIVER SHORES — U.S. Rep. Mike Haridopolos walked along the beach at Beachcomber Lane with Indian River County and Indian River Shores officials Tuesday. He viewed the recent Sector 4 dune-renourishment project, and assessed the current status of beaches across the county.
Vero News
INDIAN RIVER SHORES — U.S. Rep. Mike Haridopolos put on his shades, took off his shoes and toured the beach Tuesday, learning about Indian River County’s dedication to replenish sand eroded away by Hurricanes Ian, Nicole and Milton. It was one of several visits the congressman has made this year to the 8th Congressional District to connect with local officials and constituents.