Friday, May 18, 2012
Water Quality
How to comply with the new New York State lawn fertilizer law
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New York State passed a new law in 2010 that regulates the use of lawn fertilizer. The intent is to reduce the unnecessary use of phosphorus which promotes the growth of algae and aquatic weeds in water bodies like Conesus Lake.
 
The new law became effective January 1, 2012.
 
 
The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation has prepared a summary of the new law which will be helpful as you plan for maintaining your lawn this summer. The lake friendly requirements in the law are easy for residents to follow. Please visit http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/74885.html for more information.
 
 
All of us ... doing our part.
 
Is A New Invasive Coming to Conesus Lake?

IS A NEW INVASIVE SPECIES COMING TO CONESUS LAKE?

 The Asian clam, a non-native invasive species, is a threat to become established in Conesus Lake.

  What is an Asian clam?

Zebra Mussel

 

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2011 Conesus Lake and Watershed Report Card
The 2011 Conesus Lake and Watershed Report Card is now available at http://depot.livingstoncounty.us/pdfs/planning/watershed_annual_report.pdf .
 
The Conesus Lake Watershed Management Plan recommends that an annual report be prepared to summarize the status of activities in the watershed, particularly the ongoing efforts to reduce the impact of non-point source pollution. In addition, the report provides a forum for tracking conditions in Conesus Lake and highlighting new information.
 
Residents of the Conesus Lake Watershed and everyone interested in the efforts to preserve Conesus Lake for future generations are encouraged to read the report.
 
Asian Clam Survey Results

Results of  the  Asian Clam Survey at Vitale Park

 On Sunday, September 18, a survey for Asian clams was conducted by volunteer divers in the cove area at Vitale Park. Fortunately, no Asian clams were found. 

From left to right the divers are Rob Hudak, Jim Feuerstein, Mike Saviola, and Christy Tyler.

Mike organized the project.

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Conesus Lake Fish Kill Contingency Plan Published

The Conesus Lake Fish Kill Contingency Plan is now available on the county's web site, and "Resident & Lake User Action Plan" pamphlets are now available.

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