The amendments will establish a recovery strategy to achieve the minimum flows for the Lower Hillsborough River. The minimum flows for the Lower Hillsborough River are proposed to be adopted simultaneously with this rulemaking. The existing flows of Lower Hillsborough River are below the proposed minimum flows. Pursuant to subsection 373.0421(2), F.S., the District must implement a recovery strategy for a water body that is below the applicable minimum flow. The amendments outline the timetable and projects to be implemented by the City of Tampa to achieve the minimum flows by October 1, 2017.