TO:
Rotonda Association Members
RE:
Rotonda Environmental Resource Committee
We are excited to introduce a new committee in Rotonda! As transplants from other parts of the country, we were challenged by a steep learning curve. Have you heard about the threatened Gopher Tortoise, endangered Scrub Jay and native and drought- resistant Florida-friendly flora?
Do consider these options before clearing your lot or landscaping:
Work with your builder to preserve native flora that are drought-resistant and require little water, fertilizer or pesticide;
Plant or sustain existing habitat that supports Florida-native birds, butterflies and other wildlife;
Include Florida-native trees such as Sabal (Cabbage) Palms, Crape Myrtle and Slash Pines to help maintain our “real Florida”.
Please review the list of local and regional resources and learn more about how to:
Co-exist with native wildlife;
Mulch with insect-resistant Melaleuca;
Water efficiently to conserve and save your money;
Reduce storm-water runoff;
Manage yard pests;
Protect waterways.
What’s in it for you?
Mature trees provide privacy, shade and save you money by reducing your landscaping, water bills and help preserve Florida in its natural beauty.
Resource Information:
Charlotte County Environmental Center, Cedar Point Park
www.checflorida.org 
941-475-0769
FL Dept. of Environmental Protection/Permitting

www.dep.state.fl.us
941-575-5814
FL Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission


www.state.fl.us/gfc
850-922-4330
Charlotte County Environmental & Extension Services
http://charlotte.fas.ufl.edu
941-697-4000
FL Native Plant Society






www.fnps.org

561-562-1598
People for Trees







www.peoplefortrees.com
941-426-9752
FL Yards & Neighborhoods



http://hort.lfas.ufl.edu.fyn
941-764-4360
Recycling & Yard Waste











941-697-0012
FL-Friendly Yards












800-423-1476
WATERMATTERS.ORG
Charlotte County Environmental Specialist –
www.charlottecountyfl.com
941-743-1290
Gopher Tortoise
Charlotte County Animal Rescue

www.charlottecountyfl.com
941-764-4360
E-mail us, your neighbors in Rotonda, if you have questions or information you wish to share after reviewing this information.
Randee LaSalle
Kevyn Schweim
rslbigfork@hotmail.com

ROTONDA ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE COMMITTEE
Dedicated to the Awareness, Understanding and Preservation of Florida Wildlife and Habitat