After learning about TMDLs, it is important to acknowledge members of the general public’s thoughts.
Some questions you can ask to encourage a positive conversation are:
- What do you think about water quality in Florida?
- Do you think water quality is getting worse or getting better? Why?
- Have you experienced any water quality issues? What was the issue(s)?
- Why do you think TMDLs are important for protecting water resources?
- What do you believe TMDLs can do to improve water quality in Florida?
- Do you take care of your home landscape/lawn? If so, how will TMDLs impact your landscaping care?
- What do you believe are the largest issues facing you, as you strive to comply with TMDLs as a homeowner who needs to take care of your landscape/lawn?
- If you have a landscape/lawn to take care of, how do you plan to deal with the impacts TMDLs have or will have on your landscaping care?
- Do you think strengthening water quality control through monitoring TMDLs will make you more confident with local agricultural products? Why?
