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Suwannee County residents voiced opposition to a $1 billion project approved by the Suwannee River Water Management District in November 2025 to recharge the Floridan aquifer with treated wastewater from Jacksonville. The project aims to transport treated water almost 90 miles for aquifer injection, addressing water shortages due to drought conditions.

It involves a 15-year timeline and is supported by various partners, including Jacksonville Electric Authority, which is investing $400 million. Despite support from utility companies, residents raised concerns over funding, project details, and the safety of recycled water, with many advocating for alternative solutions like desalination.