Voters have the opportunity in November to reestablish funding for Conservation Collier, a successful public program that buys natural land to protect our water quality and water resources, provide flood protection and preserve valuable wildlife habitat, safeguarding our most environmentally important places forever. 

Collier citizens first approved Conservation Collier in 2002. More than 80 percent voted to continue the program in 2006. Many of the 20 preserves acquired throughout the county allow for public access, including the Gordon River Greenway, Marco Island’s Otter Mound Preserve, the Cocohatchee Creek Preserve and Freedom Park.

In these times of social distancing, it’s more important than ever to protect places such as Conservation Collier Preserves where local residents and visitors can enjoy nature, exercise and safely improve health and well-being. 

Vote “Yes” to Protect Water Quality and Supply

Nothing is more important than having clean water to drink. Development is not slowing, and a growing population means increased demand for available water supplies. We can take action to protect our water by preserving land around lakes, canals and estuaries which keep polluted runoff from flowing into local water supplies. Conservation Collier preserves also reduce hurricane flooding by holding rainwater during storm events. Preserving these areas protects our highest quality and least expensive sources of drinking water forever.

Vote “Yes” to Protect Rare and Sensitive Wildlife Habitat

Conservation Collier preserves protect environmentally sensitive lands that serve as important wildlife habitat and movement corridors. Home to the elusive Florida panther, black bear and threatened wood stork, these places could be lost forever if we don’t act now. Choose a preserve to explore Collier County’s unique “old Florida” habit.

Conservation Collier spending is fully disclosed to the public. The proposed .25 mil ad valorem tax lasts 10 years and translates to $25 per year for each $100K of taxable property value, or $6.25 per month for a $300K home.

Contact Yes Conservation Collier at 317-407-3283, email [email protected] or YesConservationCollier.org.