KELLY LAKE ADVANCEMENT ASSOC: Kelly Lake EWM Response Ph. II

The Kelly Lake Advancement Association proposes to control Eurasian Watermilfoil in Kelly Lake by implementing control measures during the period 2014-2016. The project elements and deliverables are specified in the Kelly Lake Advancement Association\2019s Aquatic Invasive Species Emergency Response Grant application, dated January 31, 2014.

The project includes conducting Point Intercept surveys using the DNR Aquatic Plant Treatment Evaluation Protocol http://www4.uwsp.edu/cnr/uwexlakes/ecology/APM/Appendix-D.pdf , in addition to 3 late summer peak biomass surveys; controlling Eurasian Watermilfoil with aquatic herbicide treatments; and implementing an aquatic invasive species prevention and control strategy that includes soliciting the in-kind volunteer work that is identified in the grant application. Annual progress reports and a final report summarizing the 3-year project will be provided to DNR. Any publications produced as part of the project will incorporate the \201CStop Aquatic Hitchhikers!\201D\2122 brand (partnership details can be found at: http://www.protectyourwaters.org).

If consultant is to provide the final report, it is recommended that the Grantee provide the DNR Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator with a draft for comment on report adequacy prior to making final payment to the consultant. DNR will be provided both paper and electronic. pdf copies of the final report along with, or prior to, submission of grantee\2019s final payment request. All information associated with this project is subject to public record.

Activities

• Information and Education
• Project Deliverable
• APM Chemical Permit Request
• Engage Volunteers in Monitoring/Restoration
• Aquatic Plant Monitoring or Survey

Final Report and Products

• Kelly Lake Strategy Assessment Report [PDF 1 MB]

People/Organizations Involved

• Kelly Lake Advancement Association