News – Chautauqua Lake Association (CLA)

IN THE NEWS: Crews Work to Identify, Eliminate Invasive Species in N.Y.’s Waterways

Jul 22, 2026

Spectrum News 1 reporter Mark Goshgarian visited Chautauqua Lake to take a closer look at invasive species and how they’re identified and managed. The piece, which aired July 16, features Heather Nolan-Caskey walking through the CLA’s harvesting work and lake consultant AJ Reyes of GEI Consultants…

LAKE NEWS: Lake Alliance Working on Starry Stonewort Plan

Jul 10, 2026

In a July 10 article, The Post-Journal reported that the Chautauqua Lake Watershed and Management Alliance is moving forward on a coordinated plan to address starry stonewort, an invasive algae that has become more prevalent in areas like Ashville Bay and Prendergast Point in recent years.…

IN THE NEWS: Proactive Approaches

Jul 07, 2026

In a July 7 news article, the Post-Journal looks at the collaborative work underway on Chautauqua Lake this season. As reported, the CLA removed 190 tons of material from the lake last week, bringing the season total to 1,105 tons. Read the full article for more…

IN THE NEWS: ‘Unprecedented’ early algae blooms spark concern on Chautauqua Lake ahead of holiday weekend

Jun 30, 2026

In a June 29 report, WKBW’s Adam Beam covered earlier algae activity than usual on Chautauqua Lake this season. CLA General Manager Heather Nolan-Caskey spoke with WKBW about what residents are seeing on the water and how to stay safe this holiday weekend. Watch the full…

MONDAY MEMO: Chautauqua Lake Conditions Look Strong Heading Into 4th of July

Jun 29, 2026

In a June 29 update from the County Executive's office, officials confirmed that Chautauqua Lake conditions are looking strong heading into the holiday weekend. County Executive Paul M. Wendel Jr. recently joined CLA General Manager Heather Nolan-Caskey for the second Chautauqua Lake Boat Tour of 2026,…