LAKE HEALTH RESOURCES
HAB Info
Most algae are harmless and are an important part of the food web but some can produce toxins that are harmful to people and animals.
Invasive Species
“Invasive Water Species” are defined as alien species whose introduction does or is likely to harm the economy, environment, and human health.
Racine-Johnson Aquatic Ecologists
We contract annually with Racine-Johnson Aquatic Ecologists for plant inventory and density analysis and monitoring in additi...
About the CLA
The CLA’s mission is to provide effective and efficient lake maintenance services for the benefit of all Chautauqua Lake users. As the “Stewards of the Lake,” the CLA serves to promote and facilitate the ongoing scientific monitoring of Chautauqua Lake and its ecosystem.
We perform annual general lake maintenance, aquatic vegetation control, floating debris removal, shoreline and post-storm clean-up, plus scientific monitoring to meet lake management needs.
2020 LOAD COUNT
Updated September 2020
99
TRUCKLOADS: Lakewood Crew
99
TRUCKLOADS: Long Point Crew
99
TRUCKLOADS: Mayville Crew
99
Tons of Aquatic Vegetation
Lake District Talking Points Recommendations
February 16, 2021
In December of 2017 the Chautauqua County Legislature passed Resolution #315-17 which established a Chautauqua Lake Protection and Rehabilitation Agency. Agency Board Membership was design... 
The Chautauqua Lake Association is a Year-Round Operation
January 25, 2021
Lakewood, NY — Throughout the summer, the presence of the Chautauqua Lake Association is highly visible around the Lake. From the brightly colored vessels on the water to the dump trucks ru... 
CLA Welcomes Dr. Rudy Mueller as Board President
January 18, 2021
Dr. Rudy Mueller was recently elected President of the Chautauqua Lake Association (CLA) and has served on the Board since 2015. He is married to Dr. Diane Mueller and they live in La... A CLEAN LAKE IS EVERYONE'S BUSINESS.
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