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Premier Lakes reports algae and quieter compressor; staff to study aerator tone and Edgewater flooding
Summary
Premier Lakes told the River Ridge CDD on July 23 that lake systems are generally in good condition but algae growth was observed, a compressor cabinet reduced measured sound from 64 to 52 decibels, and staff will study relocating equipment after Operations Manager Shane Willis said the noise tone remains a concern. Littoral plantings for Lake E4‑A are delayed pending agreement with the Edgewater Association.
At the July 23 River Ridge CDD meeting, Bill Kurth of Premier Lakes updated the Board on lake maintenance and minor nuisance issues.
Kurth said the lakes, preserves and dry retention areas are "in good shape" but that algae growth has been observed given the time of year. He reported a palm tree on the shoreline of Lake E7A was removed and that plantings are scheduled. Regarding noise at the Masters Lake compressor, Kurth said a cabinet installed around the compressor reduced the measured sound level from 64 to 52 decibels, which he considered acceptable.
Operations Manager Shane Willis cautioned that the primary concern is the tone of the aerator rather than the decibel reading. "The issue is not so much about the decibels but it is the tone of the aerator," Willis said. Discussion focused on whether moving the compressor within the easement could reduce the tone‑issue; Willis will coordinate with Bill and Alex Kurth to study relocation options and report back at the next meeting.
Chair Bob Schultz summarized separate flooding concerns in Edgewater and recommended additional piping, littorals for Lake E‑4A and rip‑rap. Premier Lakes and staff agreed to delay planting littorals in Lake E4‑A until an agreement can be reached with the Edgewater Association and Cambridge Management.
Next steps: Operations staff will study compressor relocation and report findings at the next board meeting; littoral plantings for Lake E4‑A remain on hold until coordination with the Edgewater Association is complete.
