Hinsdale Lake Committee scheduled a September 15 Phragmites treatment for Ashmere and Plunkett lakes. Chair Monica Montferret's committee heard from Solitude Lake Management that an August Bladderwort treatment was effective but incomplete, with warm June weather contributing to continued spread.
Lake Management Committee reaffirms leadership and discusses lake treatment. Monica Montferret remains chair and Duane Bruce continues as secretary, both unanimously reaffirmed. The committee discussed a potential second herbicide treatment for Ashmere Lake following Solitude's July 31 application
Lake Management Committee discusses invasive species and treatment planning. The Hinsdale Lake Management Committee met June 17 to review herbicide treatment coordination for Solitude Lake and zebra mussel risks spreading through the Berkshires, noting that Plunkett Lake's risk has decreased due to
Lake Management Committee addresses Camp Taconic wake boat impacts on Ashmere residents. Ashmere Landings, Skyview Grove Association, and individual homeowners detailed shore erosion, damaged docks and swim floats, safety hazards, and estimated remediation costs between $20,000 and $40,000. Camp
The Hinsdale Lake Management Committee unanimously elected Cynthia Grippaldi as chair and approved April minutes at its May 5 meeting. The committee confirmed aquatic plant treatments at Plunkett and Ashmere are scheduled for June 11 by Solitude Lake Management, with committee member Brian D'Orio
Hinsdale Lake Management Committee unanimously approved February minutes and reviewed spring water-quality priorities. Chair Monica Montferret reported both lakes are ice-free with only minor dock damage at Plunkett, and noted that Solitude Lake Management recommends a new phragmites chemical
The Hinsdale Lake Management Committee approved January minutes and confirmed an April 7 meeting, skipping March. Monica Montferret, chair, reported stable conditions at Plunkett Lake and continuing aeration at Ashmere, and said she has posed questions to Solitude contractor Dominic about the cost
The Hinsdale Lake Management Committee discussed winter lake conditions and regulatory questions about winter bubblers. Committee Chair Monica Montferret reported gaps in Solitude Lake Management's Year End Report regarding phragmites and lily pads at Ashmere Lake and will request comprehensive
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