The Corps has heard you "loud and clear," but they need your feedback again—email them today!

Last week, the Army Corps announced their next steps for the final development of the new lake operations plan (LOSOM).

They clarified that in the next phase of the process, "optimization," they would be focusing on goals like addressing the stress to the Caloosahatchee and sending more water south, among others. 

They also reiterated that they appreciated the feedback they'd received from stakeholders so far—particularly noting the 9,000 emails you all sent—but added that they need to continue receiving more feedback throughout this final phase. 

Although the Corps did commit to addressing those damaging discharges to the Caloosahatchee, it wasn't clear to what extent. Colonel Kelly paved a decent path forward with his next steps, but we must tell him and the Corps how far to go. Email them today!

FFEA AUCTION NOW OPEN!

The Florida Festivals and Events Association (FFEA) has been working for over 25 years to promote and strengthen the festival, event and fair industry in Florida. We believe in the importance of fostering students who are interested in pursuing a career in the Events Industry and as such created a scholarship program to support them. Over the past 6 years through the support of our Silent Auction, the Harvey Franklin Campbell Student Scholarship award has been able to fund 51 students to attend our annual Convention & Tradeshow and provide mentor programs.

We are asking for your support of the FFEA Scholarship Fund through auction item donations for our August 25th auction.

The items that sell best include the following:

• Event VIP Tickets                                        
• Sporting Event Tickets Attraction Tickets
• Restaurant and Retail Gift Cards & Certificates
• Packages for Families & Kids                
• Purses & Jewelry
• Beer, Wine and Liquor                              
• Exclusive Experiences
• Memorabilia                                               
• Themed Baskets (Movies, BBQ, Pets, Cooking)
• Hotel Stays & Vacation Packages           
• Spa and Salon products or Services
• Airline Tickets or Miles                             
• Gift Certificates for Consulting or Services 

Our association’s ability to assist both students and our members through education and scholarship programs is crucial to the future of the event industry. Auction donors will all be recognized through our mobile bidding software with Qtego and online.