Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council

Building a
Resilient
Southwest Florida

Regional planning, science-based decision support,
and collaborative action for climate resilience,
sea level rise, flooding, natural systems,
and extreme weather.

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Regional Resiliency Planning & Support

SWFRPC works with local governments, agencies, researchers, and community partners to advance practical, data-driven resilience across Southwest Florida.

Regional Collaboration

Convening public agencies, local governments, researchers, and community partners around shared resilience priorities.

Climate &
Flood Planning

Supporting planning for sea level rise, flooding, watershed restoration, and storm-related impacts.

Technical Assistance

Providing planning tools, reports, presentations, and decision-support resources for regional partners.

Education & Outreach

Hosting webinars, forums, and stakeholder working sessions to share knowledge and build capacity.

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Access regional resilience tools, maps, planning resources, reports, and partner information in one centralized location.

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Regional Resiliency Webinar Series

View upcoming and past webinar materials, presentations, recordings, and partner resources from the Regional Resiliency Webinar Series.

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JAN 21, 2026

Webinar #1

Topics include IFAS, food systems, agriculture, resilience planning, and disaster resilience zones.

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MAR 25, 2026

Webinar #2

Topics include rising waters, resilient communities, and regional stakeholder sessions.

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MAY 27, 2026

Webinar #3

Topics include 3D modeling, GIS mapping, technical tools, and resilience visualization.

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Regional Resiliency Forum meeting

Regional Resiliency Forum

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Regional Resiliency Forum. The event brought together partners and stakeholders to discuss resilience priorities, technical resources, and regional planning opportunities.

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Partner Presentations

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South Florida Water Management District

Presentation materials on regional resiliency, rainfall statistics, and water management considerations.

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UF IFAS

Presentation materials on natural resources, agriculture, food systems, and regional impacts.

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The Water Institute

Presentation materials on nature based solutions, compound flooding, and other project examples.

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Resilient Jacksonville

Presentation on compound flooding project for the City of Jacksonville.

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Model Watershed-Scale Master Wetland Mitigation Strategy

Adaptation & Resiliency Strategies

Development of an improved model watershed-scale master wetland mitigation strategy for restoration, protection and public projects for local governments.

Shrimp Industry Master Plan

Adaptation & Resiliency Strategies
2024 • Town of Fort Myers Beach

Identifying and Diagnosing Locations of Ongoing and Future Saltwater Wetland Loss and Death From the Hydrologic and Biogeochemical Impacts of Climate Change and Human Impoundment With A Treatment Protocol for Restoration of Afflicted Areas

Research & Technical Reports
SWFRPC

A technical report focused on diagnosing saltwater wetland loss and restoration treatment protocols for afflicted areas.

Stress in mangrove forests: Early detection and preemptive rehabilitation are essential for future successful worldwide mangrove forest management

Research & Technical Reports
SWFRPC

A research and technical report addressing mangrove forest stress, early detection, and preemptive rehabilitation.

City of Cape Coral Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment

Climate Vulnerability Assessments
City of Cape Coral

A completed climate change vulnerability assessment for the City of Cape Coral.

City of Cape Coral Climate Change Resiliency Strategy (CCCCRS)

Adaptation & Resiliency Strategies
City of Cape Coral

A completed climate change resiliency strategy for the City of Cape Coral.

The Pelican Cove Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan

Adaptation & Resiliency Strategies
Pelican Cove Community

A completed community climate change adaptation plan for Pelican Cove.

The Pelican Cove Community Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment

Climate Vulnerability Assessments
Pelican Cove Community

A completed community climate change vulnerability assessment for Pelican Cove.

City of Bonita Springs Flood Reduction and Watershed Restoration Plan

Flood Reduction & Watershed Restoration
City of Bonita Springs

A completed flood reduction and watershed restoration plan for the City of Bonita Springs.

Comprehensive Southwest Florida/Charlotte Harbor Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment

Climate Vulnerability Assessments
SWFRPC

A completed regional climate change vulnerability assessment for Southwest Florida and the Charlotte Harbor area.

Adaptation Plan for the City of Punta Gorda

Adaptation & Resiliency Strategies
City of Punta Gorda

A completed adaptation planning document for the City of Punta Gorda.

Lee County Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment

Climate Vulnerability Assessments
2010 • SWFRPC / Lee County

Beever III, J.W., W. Gray, D. Trescott, D. Cobb, J. Utley, D. Crawford, and D. Hutchinson. 2010. Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council. 226 pp.

Lee County Climate Change Resiliency Strategy

Adaptation & Resiliency Strategies
Lee County

A completed resiliency strategy addressing climate change impacts and planning considerations for Lee County.

A Watershed Analysis of Permitted Coastal Wetland Impacts and Mitigation Methods within the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program Study Area

Flood Reduction & Watershed Restoration
Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program

A watershed analysis focused on permitted coastal wetland impacts and mitigation methods within the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program study area.

Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment and Adaptation Opportunities for Salt Marsh Types in Southwest Florida

Climate Vulnerability Assessments
SWFRPC

A vulnerability assessment and adaptation opportunities report for salt marsh types in Southwest Florida.

Spring Creek Restoration Plan

Flood Reduction & Watershed Restoration
SWFRPC

A completed restoration planning document for Spring Creek.

Work with SWFRPC on Regional Resilience

For resiliency planning, technical assistance, partnership opportunities, or regional coordination, contact the Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council.