April 29th Lakes Clean-Up Meeting
gengberg April 17th, 2010
The Dane County Lakes and Watershed Commission and the Yahara Lakes Legacy Partnership (YLLP) will host a public informational meeting on Thursday April 29, from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Alliant Energy Center’s Exhibition Hall — Kegonsa Room. The Alliant Energy Center is located at 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way in Madison (www.alliantenergycenter.com/Directions/LocationMaps/tabid/73/Default.aspx <http://www.alliantenergycenter.com/Directions/LocationMaps/tabid/73/Default.aspx>
After the presentation, briefing organizers have set aside 90 minutes for public questions, comments, and area resident input on recommendations for improving the health of the lakes.
This is part of the public outreach and input meetings hosted by the Lakes and Watershed Commission and YLLP, leading to the completion of Yahara CLEAN recommendations by June 30, 2010.
Background
The Yahara River’s chain of five beautiful lakes defines our region and is integral to everything we are and do. The quality of these lakes deteriorated significantly over time as our population and use increased. Many public and private organizations have dedicated time and resources over decades and have solved many Yahara Lakes problems, yet new challenges have emerged. Our community is at a critical moment in the health of the lakes. Continue Reading »
