The Chautauqua Lake Partnership (CLP) is pleased to announce updates to the 2026 wetlands and herbicide permitting approach, developed in collaboration with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). These updates reinforce our commitment to responsible environmental management, public safety, and the long-term health of Chautauqua Lake.
A central feature of the updated approach is a directional move towards adaptive management, a widely accepted lake management practice. While planning remains largely the same, final decisions on where, when, and how treatments occur will be adjusted based on field observations, plant growth, weather, and water conditions. This ensures treatments are effective, environmentally responsible, protective of native species, and responsive to public safety and lake usability needs.
For more details and access to FAQs regarding the new process, go to https://mailchi.mp/fbe17c09a912/editorial-14725032