While most obey Wetland Commission regulations, residents at a recent Town Meeting voted in favor of giving the commission the power to fine those who violate commission regulations.

Corps Plan for Miss. Wetlands Questioned
A plan to ease restrictions on developing the Mississippi Gulf Coast's federally protected wetlands is under fire from critics who say the proposal would leave a region hit hard by Hurricane Katrina even more vulnerable to flooding.

Wetlands? What wetlands?
Yes there are plenty of places to build homes on the Gulf Coast without having to fill wetlands. But the Corps would rather cater to the Homebuilders Association and local politicians than do the right thing.

Ballona Wetlands Activist Takes Deal in Vandalism Case
A biologist and environmentalist charged with vandalism in the Ballona Wetlands reached an agreement in court Friday with the city attorney's office to provide an ecological report and lead field trip. read more.

Eco groups ask for wetlands hearing
Environmental groups raised the stakes Friday in their push to stop a golf course community from being built in wetlands north of Immokalee Road. The groups filed a petition with the South Florida Water Management District asking for an ...