Their collective scientific expertise and input figures prominently in the department’s efforts to improve water quality throughout the state. Each of the task force members is a nationally recognized and well-respected scholar. The Blue-Green Algae Task Force plays an important role in protecting Florida’s water and water-related resources. Governor DeSantis took a major step forward in combating Blue-Green Algae within Florida through the creation of the Blue-Green Algae Task Force along with the appointment of its five members.