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Council hears growing concern about Illinois pondweed in Lake Jackson; staff to follow up with FWC and consultants
Summary
Council members and residents raised alarm about prolific growth of Illinois pondweed in Lake Jackson and discussed options including permits to cut channels, stocking grass carp and contacting the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission; staff said testing is planned and recommended outreach to state legislators and consultants.
Sebring City Council members and residents spent significant time on Oct. 21 discussing the spread of Illinois pondweed in Lake Jackson and its effect on recreation and waterfront uses.
Council members described extensive weed growth visible at City Pier Beach and other shorelines. One council member noted the lake had required grass carp in the past to clear vegetation and cautioned against repeating an approach that previously reduced other vegetation. Speakers said the state’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation…
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