In recognition of the vital role water plays in sustaining life and supporting the community, the City of Clermont has officially declared April 2025 as Water Conservation Month. Students in the community participated in a Drop Saver contest.
The winners of the Drop Saver Program contest were recognized at the City council meeting.
Division 1
- 1st place: Luna Rincon – 1st grade Cypress Ridge Elementary
- 2nd place: Lilly Stoddart – Kindergarten Cypress Ridge Elementary
- 3rd place: Jeancarlo Deaza – 1st grade Cypress Ridge Elementary
Division 2
- 1st place – Braydon Harrison – 3rd grade Cypress Ridge Elementary
- 2nd place: Wesley Pinkston – 3rd grade Lost Lake Elementary
- 3rd place: Jose Da Rocha – 3rd grade Lost Lake Elementary
Division 3 –
- 1st place – Juliet Freeman 5th grade Aurelia Cole Academy
- 2nd place: Hailey Dempsey – 5th grade Aurelia Cole Academy
- 3rd place: Liat Waitzman – 4th grade Cypress Ridge Elementary
Division 4 –
- 1st place: Ariana Solis – 6th grade Aurelia Cole Academy
(Arian Solis also won First-Place for Div 3 for the entire state!)
- 2nd place: Josephine Tang – 7th grade East Ridge Middle School,
- 3rd place: Gabriella Nite – East Ridge Middle School
Not in attendance/pictured: Jeancarlo Deaza
A proclamation, signed by Mayor Tim Murry on April 22, 2025, underscores the importance of water as a basic and essential resource for every living creature. The declaration aligns with a statewide initiative led by the State of Florida and supported by local Water Management Districts to raise awareness about the need for responsible water use—particularly during April, a typically dry month when water demand is at its peak.
“Every business, industry, school, and citizen can make a difference when it comes to conserving water,” the proclamation states, emphasizing that collective action can help preserve Florida’s precious water resources while also promoting a healthy economy and community.
Clermont has a longstanding commitment to water conservation through educational programs and public outreach efforts. The city continues to encourage residents and businesses to adopt water-saving practices, reinforcing the message that conservation is a shared responsibility.
Mayor Murry called on all members of the community to join in the effort, highlighting the city’s ongoing support of environmental stewardship and sustainable practices.
Water Conservation Month serves as a reminder that even small actions—like fixing leaks, using water-efficient appliances, and practicing mindful irrigation—can have a lasting impact on local and state water supplies.
For more information on how to conserve water, residents are encouraged to visit the City of Clermont’s website or contact their local water management agency.
