4. Parity with the Harris Chain: We demand that Lake Okahumpka be treated with the same environmental

Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting · 2026-05-26 · agenda_item

A group called SOLO is petitioning officials to take action to prevent the ecological and recreational collapse of Lake Okahumpka. The lake is currently obstructed by invasive vegetation and floating plant matter, making it unnavigable and degrading water quality. SOLO demands that the State of Florida, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Sumter County, and the City of Wildwood coordinate an inter-agency task force. This task force would work to restore the lake, which is currently under review for potential environmental and recreational restoration efforts. The project would likely involve site clearing and grading to remove invasive vegetation and muck, followed by potential dredging or water management systems, and finally, landscaping and habitat restoration. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers in site prep, grading, environmental services, and landscaping could find opportunities by engaging early as plans develop.