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Clean Vessel Act email:   Clean.Vessel.Act@FloridaDEP.gov
 Clean Marina Program email: Clean.Marina.Program@FloridaDEP.gov

Program Administrator

Brenda Leonard is the program administrator for the Clean Boating Programs. She has been facilitating pollution-prevention practices with the industry and marinas for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection since 2000. She has a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy and a master’s degree in Administration. Brenda is passionate about the marine environment and has led the expansion of the Clean Boating programs for more than 20 years.  

• Brenda Leonard  |  Brenda.Leonard@FloridaDEP.gov  | 850-245-2847 
   

Grant Specialists

If you are applying for a Clean Vessel Act grant or to be designated as a Clean Marina and have questions about the process, please contact us through the program email or contact one of our experienced grant specialists. They can advise you on the requirements, eligible project work, how to apply, how to submit reports and invoices and any other questions concerning the process.  
 

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CVA Grant Specialists

• Marylynn Carey  |  Marylynn.Carey@FloridaDEP.gov  | 850-245-7665 

• Thomas Cottle |  Thomas.Cottle@FloridaDEP.gov  | 850-245-2074 

• Kenley Herbert |  Kenley.A.Herbert@FloridaDEP.gov  | 850-245-2183 

• Timothy Bowman | Timothy.Bowman@FloridaDEP.gov | 850-245-2081 

• Sandra Faragalla | Sandra.Faragalla@FloridaDEP.gov | 850-245-3168 
   

Clean Marina Program  Coordinator

Hannah Knadle | Hannah.Knadle@FloridaDEP.gov | 850-245-2846 
 

Pumpout Reporting 

• Diane Barber | Diane.R.Barber@FloridaDEP.gov | 850-245-2865 

Clean Boating Regional Coordinators

Our Clean Boating coordinators are located in satellite regional offices throughout the state. Regional coordinators assist marinas with clean facility designations, implementing best management practices, getting re-certified and/or conducting site visits. They also provide information about grant funds for receiving new or replacement pumpout equipment. If you have any questions, please contact the regional coordinator in your county. 

• Vicki Gambale | Statewide Education Coordinator | Victoria.Gambale@FloridaDEP.gov | 352-562-1134 

• David Fuller | Northwest Regional Coordinator | David.W.Fuller@FloridaDEP.gov | 817-357-0318 

• Octavio Franco | Southeast Regional Coordinator |  Octavio.Franco@FloridaDEP.gov  | 786-798-4519 

• Morgan Smith | Northeast Regional Coordinator | Morgan.Smith@FloridaDEP.gov | 850-245-2847 
   

Florida Regulatory Districts 

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has six district offices located regionally throughout the state. The district offices review permit applications, conduct inspections of permitted facilities, respond to reports of environmental damage, and conduct compliance assistance and enforcement activities. For more information on each district office, visit DEP’s Districts webpage. 

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