Street sweeper in town on Wednesday, February 23. Help keep our lagoon healthy.

Street Sweeper Reminder

Street sweeping is an important activity for keeping dirt, trash, and other debris out of our canals and the Banana River Lagoon.

Please keep yard waste, trashcans, vehicles, and other objects out of the curb & road so the street sweeper can effectively clean our streets. This sweep is a full City sweep - all streets with curbs will be cleaned early Wednesday (February 23, 2022) morning.

Eliminating Light Pollution on Sea Turtle Nesting Beaches

This event can be attended online by registering at cityofcocoabeach.com/sustainability or in person at the Tiny Turtle.

When: Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Time: 6:30 PM
Where: Tiny Turtle or Online

Presentation by: Rachel Tighe and Casie Hain of the Sea Turtle Conservancy

Mismanaged artificial lights from our residences, roadways, businesses, and more can negatively impact sea turtles by disrupting their natural orientation cues, leading to confusion and even death. This talk will explore how lights affect sea turtles, protective measures put in place for sea turtles, and how coastal residents or visitors, such as yourself, can help. Come learn the best practices to manage artificial light and improve nesting habitat to help ensure these important species are around for generations to come!