Sarasota woman leads manatee sanctuary petition effort
Anne Shotton campaigns to protect dwindling manatees in southwest Florida. She gathers signatures to push Suncoast waters as a sanctuary and backs a state bill with Rep. Ted Ewing, hoping to sway lawmakers despite limited scientific knowledge.
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Venice backs manatee protection act amendment
The City of Venice passed a Tuesday night unanimous resolution endorsing a proposed amendment to the Florida Manatee Protection Act. The change would allow the state Department of Natural Resources to post boat speed signs in manatee habitats in Venice and nearby areas, addressing risks from propeller injuries and slow speeds needed to protect the species.
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