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2009 Star Lake Recipient |
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A DNR approved 3.85 acre treatment for Eurasian water milfoil took place on Monday July 19. This treatment was mostly along the east side of the lake. Areas were marked. Test results were received from the lab stating that the test ratings were well below the "safe" level for normal use of the lake as of Wednesday July 21. Markers were removed Friday July 23.
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The SLA has been notified that we are Minnesota Waters' 2010 Lake Association of the Year. The award letter stated: "Your lake association was selected for your demonstrated and continued commitment to the health of our precious water resources. The review committee was overwhelmingly impressed with your projects, ongoing data collection, collaboration with partners, and vast amount of volunteer service, and it is an honor to convey their best wishes after reading your accomplishments."
The award includes a $1,000 grant for continued program work.
The many SLA members who have volunteered their time and talents over the years to better our lake should pat themselves on the back. Receiving this prestigious award is the result of our combined efforts.
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The SLA has been notified that we are one of seven organizations out of 27 applicants that have been awarded a 2010 Lakes and Rivers Conservation Partnership Grant by Minnesota Waters. The $5,000 grant will be used to install two rain gardens and plant weed-filled areas at the South Public Landing with native plants. Our goals are to 1) decrease runoff into the lake at the access, 2) provide an environment that will no longer encourage trash dumping and 3) create a "idea showcase" on which to base further lakeshore improvement projects. Activities associated with this award will be announced in the April newsletter. (This grant was funded by Michelob Golden Draft Light/Anheuser-Busch, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and Minnesota Waters.)
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The Sugar Lake Association will hold its second annual golf outing at Southbrook Golf Club in Annandale on Saturday 31 July, 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. A $100 tax deductible donation sponsors a hole. Eighteen holes of golf, including cart and supper is $65. Supper only is $20. All proceeds go to the Sugar Lake Invasive Species Fund. You must sign up by 20 July with Greg Selle (763-476-4844, gselle@comcast.net). There will be prizes, silent auction gift items and fun for all. Note that playing golf is not a requirement for having a great time at this event.
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The first annual Sugar Lake Run/Walk will be held on Saturday September 4 beginning at 9 a.m. All proceeds go to SLA. Download a form to register.
Meetings of the Sugar Lake Association Board will be held on 4/17, 5/15, 6/19, 7/17, 8/21, 9/18, and 10/16. The Board meets at the Corinna Township Hall Saturday at 8 a.m. April through August and 9 a.m. September and October. The Second Annual Sugar Lake Golf Outing is 31 July. The 2010 SLA Picnic is 7 August. The First Annual Sugar Lake Run/Walk is 4 September. Diane's Lights Night is 4 September. Watch this space for further updates. SLA Mission Statement: To provide for the betterment and well being of property abutting and adjoining the shores of Sugar Lake in Wright County MN and to protect and preserve the resources contributing to the natural beauty of Sugar Lake.
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