Project Phases

Rotenone application:

• Rotenone is applied by a trained pesticide application team:
• You may notice a temporary change in the pond water colour or smell
• Our team will monitor the pond closely to check the effectiveness of the Rotenone

Prepare the pond for the Rotenone application:

• Installation of safety fencing around the pond
• Fencing will remain in place until October 16, 2024
• Lowering the level of the pond to increase effectiveness of the Rotenone

2024 Goldfish Invasion Pond Walk

• September 13, 2024
• 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM 
• Lakeway Landing Central Storm Pond
• Get a detailed update on the project and a guided tour of the pond and work area

Letter outlining the details of pesticide application delivered to residents in the Lakeway Landing storm pond area.

We proceeded with this phase due to a supply chain disruption that made Rotenone unavailable in 2023. Fortunately, the necessary supply was secured in 2024 for the final treatment phase. 

2023 Tasks completed: 

October 2023: Cleared overgrowth

• Removed trees, brush, and cattails to improve access to the pond and remove hiding spots for goldfish
  

November 2023: Pumping the Pond

• Lowered water levels
• Netted goldfish from a boat and the shoreline to reduce the goldfish population
• This work was extended due to warmer than expected weather and spring water refilling the pond

November 2023: Sludge and Silt Removal

• Removed sludge, silt, and any remaining goldfish that may have burrowed into the mud after the pond froze over
• This work greatly reduced the number of goldfish in the pond, however many remained and were visible after spring thaw 2024