WETLANDS AND CONSERVATION AREAS OF LAKE ASHTON Many of Lake Ashton's wetlands and conservation areas are important to our community in a number of ways. They serve many functions like protect against flooding, improve water quality, and provide a home for threatened and protected species. Wetlands in Lake Ashton clean the storm water that is referred to as “runoff”. After that, this water goes to Lake Ashton. When the water gets to the lake, it will go through the outfall structure, which is on the southwest shore of the lake. After that, the water will go to Peace Creek and then to the Peace River. The Peace River can overflow and flood when it rains a lot. This could cause lakes and ponds to have higher than normal water levels, which will be felt by the residents in Lake Ashton. Our aquatics vendor and Lake Ashton CDD staff work together all the time to make sure that our wetlands are being managed properly. Email Matt Fisher at mfisher@lakeashtoncdd.com with any questions or concerns. Residents are reminded that they should not do any unauthorized maintenance in these areas. PROPER DOG WASTE BAG DISPOSAL There were reports of doggie poop bags in the pond between Dunmore Drive and Tralee Drive. Please be sure to dispose of doggie poop bags in proper trash cans and avoid putting bags in bodies of water or on the curb where they can be swept away into the stormwater system (including the ponds, conservation areas, and lakes). This is an environmental issue and should be taken seriously. 24 SALES OFF ICE PAVERS REMINDER Please do not remove any pavers from the Sales Office parking lot. This is private property and signage is in place advising of such. The owner has said he will follow up on all instances of theft. SAFEGUARD STORM DRAINS Please do not place yard debris and clippings on top or near stormwater inlets (as shown here). This could get into the stormwater system causing damage or clogging the system which could lead to localized flooding. The District, made up of Lake Ashton residents, are responsible for the maintenance of the stormwater system within Lake Ashton so damages come out of the budget which is largely funded by resident assessments. Lets all work together to extend the life of our infrastructure. Scene Around Town Can you spot all of the babies in this picture? They supervised the removal of three fallen trees in this area after Hurricane Milton.
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