Although February was a short and relatively quiet month we were pleased to sponsor another Hot Topic, covered by METV to be broadcast in March. Patrick Lehman, Executive Director of the Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority, spoke about impending issues affecting our future water supply. In February, we were also alerted by our Natural Resources committee about the need for our County Commission to implement rules to ensure the wise use of fertilizer. A letter supporting such measures has been sent. See Natural Resources committee report for more information. In the future, we anticipate co-sponsoring our annual Women's Equity luncheon with the Manatee Commission on the Status of Women. We are looking into the possibility of joining with the newly formed Sarasota Commission on the Status of Women to make this a bi-county effort. The tentative date for the luncheon is Aug. 23; however, the location has yet to be determined. Thanks to Jean Van Delft who chaired our Nominations Committee and came up with the slate of Board members. And be sure to mark your calendars for our Annual meeting to take place April 19th at the Bradenton Country Club. Valerie Fisher, President; 758-2529, e-mail: VAFcounseling@aol.com
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