The Office of the Governor of the State of Florida

08/25/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/25/2023 13:32

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Suwannee River Water Management District

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of George Cole, William Lloyd, and Richard Schwab to the Suwannee River Water Management District.

George Cole

Cole, of Monticello, is a former Adjunct Professor at Florida State University and the University of Puerto Rico. He is a veteran of the United States Coast Guard, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Cole earned his bachelor's degree in mathematics from Tulane University and his master's degree and doctorate in geography from Florida State University.

William Lloyd

Lloyd, of High Springs, is the Vice President of Suwannee Valley Feeds, LLC. He is the former Manager of Suwannee Valley Feeds and a Dairy Specialist with ADM Alliance Nutrition. Lloyd earned his bachelor's degree from Cornell University.

Richard Schwab

Schwab, of Perry, is the Vice President of M.A. Rigoni, Inc. He is a third-generation logger and has worked in the forest industry for over 25 years. Schwab is a current member of the Southern Wood Producers Association, the American Loggers Council, and the Forest Resources Association.

These appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.

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