Okeechobee Waterways
One of our programs that we are particularly proud
of is the contract between GGI and the U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers through the AbilityOne Program. This national
initiative mandates that 75% of employees involved in direct
labor for participating contracts must be individuals with
documented disabilities—a requirement that aligns perfectly
with our mission. We maintain operations in five counties through
this program.
Okeechobee Waterways
Okeechobee Waterways
One of our programs that we are particularly proud
of is the contract between GGI and the U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers through the AbilityOne Program. This national
initiative mandates that 75% of employees involved in direct
labor for participating contracts must be individuals with
documented disabilities—a requirement that aligns perfectly
with our mission. We maintain operations in five counties through
this program.
This helps ensure safe navigation, flood control, and ecological balance.
This work preserves the surrounding areas to allow clear and safe passage, while maintaining the integrity of the levees.
Measures the level of water in the ground, which helps assess changes in water table levels over time around lake okeechobee
Individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities currently employed in 2025
This helps ensure safe navigation, flood control, and ecological balance.
This work preserves the surrounding areas to allow clear and safe passage, while maintaining the integrity of the levees.
Measures the level of water in the ground, which helps assess changes in water table levels over time around lake okeechobee
Individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities currently employed in 2025
Our Team
The Okeechobee Waterways team provides essential job opportunities in Pahokee and Belle Glade, where career options are often scarce. This program not only offers stable employment but also equips individuals with valuable skills in ground maintenance and custodial services. By creating these career pathways, the team helps strengthen the local workforce while ensuring the region’s waterways remain well-maintained.
Our Team
The Okeechobee Waterways team provides essential job opportunities in Pahokee and Belle Glade, where career options are often scarce. This program not only offers stable employment but also equips individuals with valuable skills in ground maintenance and custodial services. By creating these career pathways, the team helps strengthen the local workforce while ensuring the region’s waterways remain well-maintained.
Our Victory Story!
Samuel is a valued member of our team here at Okeechobee Waterways, where we take pride in maintaining Lake Okeechobee. Despite facing challenges, including living with a disability, Samuel’s passion for conservation and waterway management shines through. His dedication, resilience, and unwavering commitment make him an inspiration to us all.
One of our programs that we are particularly proud of is the contract between GGI and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers through the AbilityOne Program. This national initiative mandates that 75% of employees involved in direct labor for participating contracts must be individuals with documented disabilities—a requirement that aligns perfectly with our mission. We maintain operations in five counties through this program.
Our Team
The Okeechobee Waterways team provides essential job opportunities in Pahokee and Belle Glade, where career options are often scarce. This program not only offers stable employment but also equips individuals with valuable skills in ground maintenance and custodial services. By creating these career pathways, the team helps strengthen the local workforce while ensuring the region’s waterways remain well-maintained.
