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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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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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