Water Watch Info Line: (727) 892-5300
This is an automated phone line with information on current watering restrictions. If you wish to report a suspected violation of the current watering restrictions, you may leave an address and detailed information. To find information on the current restrictions, and fines associated with violations, click here.
If you have questions about the Water Resources Department and its programs, or would like literature on water conservation, please call us at (727) 893-7261.
Speakers for Programs
To obtain a speaker for a community organization call (727) 893-7261.
Partners in Water Conservation
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) is responsible for water resource management in west-central Florida. Click here to learn more.
Tampa Bay Water, the region's water supplier, can be found on the web at www.tampabaywater.org or by calling 727-796-2355.
If your water bill comes from Pinellas County, you can find information on available publications and rebate and giveaway programs by visiting Pinellas County Utilities' website Pinellas County Utilities or by calling (727) 464-4000.
Water Conserving, Environmentally-Friendly Landscapes
The Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Program (FY&N) is designed to assist and guide residents to conserve water in the landscape and make positive changes in the environmental quality of their yards, neighborhoods, and surrounding waterways. FY&N is a hands-on outreach program in local communities that teaches and implements the principles of Environmental Landscape Management. To learn more call (727) 582-2124 or visit FY&N- Pinellas CountyTo obtain horticultural information specific to Pinellas County and answers to plant questions, contact the Pinellas County Extension office by calling (727) 582-2100 or visiting Horticulture at Pinellas County Extension Service.
The local chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society promotes the preservation, conservation, and restoration of native plants and native plant communities of Florida through public education. Find more information, visit http://pinellas.fnpschapters.org/index.html
Environmental Education for Youth
Pinellas County's 4-H Program
Southwest Florida Water Management District's Education Page
University of Florida - Gardening for Kids
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA's) Education Page
Texas A&M University - Aggie Horticulture for Kids
National Arbor Day Foundation