AQUATIC EDUCATION CORNER Why does my pond smell? The bad odor you notice typically comes from one of three sources: rotting organic matter, water turnover or certain types of algae. Ponds with stagnant, poorly oxygenated water develop into temperature layers. Decaying organic matter settles on the bottom of the pond where there is little oxygen, thus slowing the breakdown process and producing odor. Windy cooler weather or heavy rain storms can cause a pond to mix, which brings the bad water to the surface. MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR THE CITY OF LAKE WALES APRI L 5 The Regular Municipal Election for the City of Lake Wales will be held Tuesday, April 5. Voter registration deadline is March 7. There are two seats up for election: Seat 1, At-Large currently held by Mayor Eugene Fultz and Seat 4, District 27 currently held by Jack Hilligoss. Lake Ashton residents living in Lake Wales can vote in person in the Clubhouse Ballroom on Election Day or contact the Supervisor of Elections at 863.534.5888 to request an absentee ballot. The polls are open from 7 am to 7 pm. To find out more, please contact the City of Lake Wales City Clerk at 863.678,4182, or visit polkelections.com for a sample ballot. Due to elections there will be no activities in the Ballroom and no movies shown on this day. The Activities Desk will remain open from 9 am - 5 pm. FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATES! FLOORING - BLINDS - SHUTTERS - SHOWER REMODELS 29710 US Hwy 27, Dundee 863-439-7500 18 www.jimsfloordepot.com
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