Why did property owners petition for a Weed Control District in the first place?
Several years ago, the invasion of non-native species of lake weeds (primarily Eurasion Watermillfoil) had advanced to the point of severely affecting the enjoyable use of Chippewa Lake. Large patches of millfoil covered the surface of the lake, making it difficult to safely navigate when skiing, boating or riding PWCs. The dence shading provided by the millfoil also hampered the growth of “fishing-friendly” native weeds.
