The September 2018 MCLA meeting featured guest speakers Pete Tarnowski, Senior Planner Manitowoc County Planning & Zoning Department and Reed Gaedtke, Code Administrator.
Articles in Valders Journal Highlight Spread of Invasives
Two July 2018 articles by Emma Dill of the Valders Journal highlight the spread and prevention of Phragmites and Eurasion Milfoil in Manitowoc County, with quotes from MCLA president Tom Ward and Pigeon Lake Association President Gus Gospodarek.
Read the article here:
Phragmites and Milfoil Weed Articles Valders Journal July 2018.pdf
Have We Made Progress Protecting the Environment as Agriculture Grows?
A July 19, 2018 presentation summary by Hanna Edelglass
Have We Made Progress Protecting the Environment as Agriculture Grows?
Jerry Halverson, from the Manitowoc Co. Soil and Water Conservation Department and Scott Gunderson, of the Manitowoc Co. UW Extension, presented how we can be ‘Working Together to Improve and Protect our Natural Resources to Enhance the Quality of Life for Present and Future Generations’, as part of the bimonthly Manitowoc County Lakes Association meetings at the Manitowoc County Office Complex on July 19, 2018. Read more
MCLA receives 2018 Wisconsin Lake Stewardship Award
From left to right, Dick Jens Cedar lake, Cathie Erickson WLA President, Dave Pozorski MCLA Vice President, John Brotz Cedar lake, Tom ward MCLA President, Phil Knauf and Scott Otterson Cedar Lake.
The Manitowoc County Lakes Association (MCLA) was one of seven individuals and groups awarded a Wisconsin Lake Stewardship Award for 2018 at the Wisconsin Lakes Partnership Convention in Stevens Point. The awards are given annually by the Wisconsin Lakes Partnership in celebration of the extraordinary volunteer and professional efforts made to protect and improve lakes in Wisconsin.
MCLA’s award came in recognition of their efforts to, in the words of their mission, “protect and enhance the quality of area lakes and watersheds for the benefit of all.” Over two decades, MCLA has provided a voice for all the water resources large and small in the county, and provided an important conduit between property owners and lakes users. “MCLA deserved this award,” said Wisconsin Lakes Executive Director Michael Engleson, “because of their amazing work on shoreline restoration projects, fighting to prevent the spread of invasive species, and perhaps most importantly, working to educate the residents of Manitowoc County about the importance of sound lake stewardship.”
The Wisconsin Lake Stewardship Awards are presented each year in celebration of the extraordinary volunteer and professional efforts made to protect and improve lakes in Wisconsin, and represent the Wisconsin Lakes Partnership’s best collective effort to honor and celebrate all the incredible work that goes into ensuring the future of our state’s lakes and waters. “This year’s winners, like all the past years’ winners, are an inspiration to us all,” said Engleson. “Our lakes are that much better because of the hard work put in by the winners and nominees of this award.” The Wisconsin Lakes Partnership has brought science, education and citizens together to empower people to work together to care for our lakes since the early 1970’s.
A delegation of conference attendees presented with award was Tom Ward MCLA President, Dave Pozorski Vice President and Phil Knauf, Dick Jens, John Brotz and Scott Otterson from Cedar Lake. Tom Ward commented that The County Lakes Association celebrated its 20th anniversary this past year, and the successes would not have been possible without the outstanding Leadership of many past officers and support of the MCLA membership.
Have We Made Progress Protecting the Environment as Agriculture Grows?
Have We Made Progress Protecting the Environment as Agriculture Grows?
A presentation by:
Scott Gunderson, Manitowoc County, UW Extension Agriculture Agent, and Jerry Halverson, Manitowoc County Soil & Water Conservation Dept. Director.
Thursday, 19th of July, 2018, at the Manitowoc County Office building, 4319 Expo Drive, Room 300, at 6:30pm. Public and Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend.
61% of Manitowoc County land base is used to produce agriculture products. Manitowoc County has many beautiful lakes used for recreation and for fish and wildlife habitat. What is being done to improve and protect our natural resources, including lakes, and what can be done in the future as agriculture continues to grow and prosper in the county?
Regular MCLA business meeting to follow.
DNR 2017 Fish Survey Results Presentation
photos ©2018 John Lyons
by Hanna Edelglass
On May 17, 2018, Steven Hogler – DNR Fisheries Biologist, Green Bay – presented Fish Survey results at our bi-monthly Manitowoc County Lakes Association meeting for members and guests. Read more
Review DNR Fishing Regulations for 2018-2019
Hook and line fishing for many fish species on our lakes began on the first Saturday in May.
To better manage our fisheries, season dates are specific to the species of fish and the water body.
Download the Wisconsin DNR’s fishing season schedule for 2018-2019.
Make sure to refer to current WI fishing regulations on the Wisconsin DNR website
to learn about the dates and guidelines for your lakes.
Free fishing weekend is June 2-3, 2018.
Stop the spread of invasives. Don’t forget to Clean! Drain! Inspect!
Removing weeds from boats on Bullhead Lake, as part of the Clean Boats Clean Waters campaign.
Steve Hogler to Discuss Fish Surveys on May 17
Public and Guests are encouraged!
May 17, 2018
6:30pm. Manitowoc County Office Building. 4319 Expo Dr., Rm 300.
DNR fish Manager Steve Hogler will present the results of Fish surveys conducted last year on Bullhead and Long Lake at the Manitowoc County Lakes Association May 17 meeting, The meeting is open to the public starting at 6:30 pm at the Manitowoc County Office Complex Expo drive.
Steve will discuss surveys planned for this year and answer questions regarding fish management in on County Lakes.
This is a great opportunity to better understand the fisheries on our County Lakes and ask questions of Steve regarding fish populations and growth rates and anything related to fish biology. The Program will start at 6:30 pm, on Thursday May 17th, in room 300 at the County Office Complex on 4319 Expo Drive Manitowoc. A short business meeting of MCLA will follow.
The public is encouraged to attend and all citizens interested in the Waters of Manitowoc County.
Updated 3/26: Candidates Forum Highlights Water Issues
SITKIEWITZ
ZIEGELBAUER
Updated 3/26/2018:
The MCLA forum ‘Meet the Candidates’ took place on Thursday, the 22nd of March, 2018 with BOB ZIEGELBAUER and ERIC SITKIEWITZ.
The Manitowoc County Executive arguably has the highest ability to affect the conditions and quality of the area’s waters. On March 22, candidates for the position conducted a listening session, answered questions, and stated their respective qualifications. Each focused on proposals that would support the Manitowoc County Lakes Association mission, to protect and enhance the quality of area lakes and watersheds. This was a great opportunity to meet and to take your measure of the projected policies of these two individuals.
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The Herald Tribune Reporter published a summary article on the 23rd of March, 2018. Some main points are:
- Bob Ziegelbauer and Eric Sitkiewitz faced challenging questions about water quality and environmental concerns.
- Both agreed that economic growth and the health of ecosystems are connected
- Beaches have had to be closed due to high levels of E-Coli, affecting tourism negatively.
- Although both candidates stated that cities from outside the area were responsible for the degraded water quality, it was pointed out that the Manitowoc River is the highest source of the pollutant phosphorous.
- We need to bolster the County Soil and Water Conservation Department to address locally contributions to polluted waters.
Read the complete Herald Times article: Manitowoc County Lakes Association grills county executive candidates on environment.
Published Feb 26, 2018.
ERIC SITKIEWITZ, a Manitowoc alderman, challenges Manitowoc County Executive BOB ZIEGELBAUER for the county executive seat in the spring 2018 election.
The Manitowoc County Executive arguably has the highest ability to affect the conditions and quality of the area’s waters. On March 22, candidates for the Manitowoc County Executive position will conduct a listening session, answer questions, and state their respective qualifications for that position. Each will focus on proposals that would support the Manitowoc County Lakes Association mission, to protect and enhance the quality of area lakes and watersheds. This is a great opportunity to meet and to take your measure of the projected policies of these two individuals. Public invited and encouraged to attend. No registration.
March 22 6:30pm. Manitowoc County Office Building. 4319 Expo Dr., Rm 300.
Regular MCLA business to follow.
DNR Long Lake 2017 Survey Report Now Available
DNR 2017 Bullhead Lake Report Now Available
Jan 25th Meeting Topic: Ice Fishing
Ice Fishing Manitowoc County Lakes will be featured at the Manitowoc County Lakes Association’s January 25th meeting, Thursday, starting at 6:30 in the County Offices Complex located at 4319 Expo Drive, Manitowoc.
Clint Ward will discuss the latest trend in technology and ice fishing methods that has occurred in recent years. A life long resident of Manitowoc County and avid fisherman he will discuss ice fishing opportunities on area lakes.
The Public is more than welcome to attend this and future MCLA events working to protect and enhance the quality of area lakes and watersheds for the benefit of all and quality of life in our community.
