Commission authorizes superintendent to pursue water-lily removal and dredging work
Mar 16, 2026
Commissioners authorized the county superintendent to pursue removal of extensive water-lily ("willy pad") growth in a shallow county lake, discussed mechanical harvesting, chemical treatment and a dredging quote of roughly $37,900, and noted additional appropriation and permitting needs.
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Parke County commissioners voted to authorize the superintendent to pursue plans to remove invasive water-lily growth from a shallow, aging county lake and to seek the necessary quotes and permits to advance mechanical harvesting, chemical treatment and possible dredging.
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