Environmental Services Public Workshop - Aug 20 2026

This Walton County Environmental Services public workshop held on August 20, 2026, focused on a 10-year update to the 2007 Land Management Plan for Morrison Springs Park. The meeting included a detailed presentation of proposed capital improvements, including the addition of a new boat launch facility downstream to separate motorized and non-motorized vessel traffic, parking expansions, and stormwater infrastructure. The estimated cost for these improvements is approximately $3.4 million, with funding strategies to be explored. The plan also addressed environmental permitting requirements, including wetland impact mitigation. Public comments were solicited on issues such as park access, boat launch usage, and potential restrictions on houseboats. The committee voted unanimously to approve moving the updated land management plan forward to the state Office of Environmental Services and the Acquisition Restoration Council for further review and approval. Public comments will continue to be accepted through August 31, 2026.