Ann Sorrell

Environment / Energy I am committed to supporting our Agricultural community and businesses while ensuring sustainable practices are used to conserve and protect our precious natural resources in Palm Beach County – water and soil. Environment / Energy I am committed to assisting with educating our business community and residents about issues that impact our ag businesses, agriculture workforce, environment, and our wetlands. Environment / Energy I am committed to supporting the current structure of the Palm Beach Soil & Water Conservation District. I believe it is important for the staff to continue to have the autonomy to conduct the business of the District and to continue educating our agriculture businesses on best management practices to conserve, improve and sustain the environment. Economy I am committed to working with the SFWMD and the Army Corp of Engineers officials in advocating for local small/women/minority owned business as well as local workforce participation in the 1.6 Billion Lake Okeechobee Reservoir construction project (includes a 6,500 acre basin) that is currently underway. This project can serve as a major economic boost in Palm Beach County, especially to the residents in the Glades. Economy I am committed to maintaining agriculture as a base of Palm Beach County’s economy as it is one of the largest economic engines of our county and of our state. Government Reform I am committed to being engaged and serving as a conduit of information to Palm Beach County residents and businesses on issues related to Lake Okeechobee, the Herbert Hoover Dike rehabilitation efforts, and the security, safety, and quality of our water supply.