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NEWS RELEASE
Long Lake Receives AIS Grant
The Long Lake Preservation Association (LLPA) is
happy to report that they have been awarded a three-year $113,000
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) grant to spray Long and Tittle lakes
for targeted invasive species. In 2002 Curly-leaf Pondweed and
Eurasian Water-milfoil were identified by the Wisconsin DNR in our
two lakes. These weeds start growing very early in the spring,
spread very fast, and float on the surface creating navigation
problems and choking out the desirable native weeds, which are
required for good fish habitat. With this grant, the targeted weed
will be eliminated by a licensed contractor under strict DNR
guidelines. The native weeds will not be affected by the spray.
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Grant
Program operates under a reimbursement system. The grant money
represents a partnership between the DNR and the LLPA which must
raise funds before any DNR reimbursements will be disbursed. The DNR
will reimburse the organization 75% of the total project
expenditures. Projects must be performed over a three year period.
The LLPA will now map out a plan to raise $50,000 a year for three
years and picking a contractor to complete the required treatment.
The Long Lake Preservation Association was organized
in 2007 to enhance, preserve and protect the quality of Long and
Tittle lakes including the north and south channels for future
generations through effective environmental and education policies.
The association is funded by its members, additional donations, and
the proceeds from the Lake-2-Lake 10K Trail Run/Hike that is
co-sponsored by the Friends of the Kettle Moraine and the Dundee
Long Lake Lions Club.
The Association membership is open to any one
interested in the health of Long and Tittle Lake’s so that it can be
enjoyed for future generations. If you are not a current member,
now is the time to join in their efforts to control the invasive
weeds the lakes. If you would like to learn more or join the LLPA,
please check out their web site at
www.longlakepreservation.org. You
may also contact Ed Frac at 920-533-5830.
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