Community Corner

Public Meeting on Lake Beseck Wednesday

Officials will address residents concerns during a meeting at 9 a.m. at the Middlefield Community Center.

 

Sen. Len Suzio, Middlefield First Selectman Jon Brayshaw and a Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) representative will host a public meeting to address concerns about Lake Beseck Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the .

Suzio said he organized the meeting in order for area residents to get answers to questions they have about the lake. 

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For example:

  • What can be done about the growing number of weeds in the lake?
  • A noticeable change in the depth of the lake has resulted from silt getting washed in from the mountain and roads over the years. What can DEEP do to address this?
  • The asphalt at the boat ramp has been deteriorating, making it difficult for people to pull their boats out of the water during summer months when the water level has been down. Can asphalt be added to repair this?
  • What are the next steps for fixing the dam?
  • During the winter months, the state boat launch has not been plowed, leaving no access in the event of an emergency and has sometimes resulted in cars parked along Route 147 to access the lake for ice fishing.  What can be done to address this?

"I encourage residents to mark their calendars and to attend this meeting," Suzio said.  "The lake is a local and regional asset and it important that we map out a plan which addresses present and future needs.  I appreciate that the state has agreed to to field residents' questions."

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Suzio added that those who cannot attend the meeting can email him their questions at Len.Suzio@cga.ct.gov or call him at 800 842-1421.

You can also contact representatives from the Lake Beseck Association at: Dick Boynton rsboynton@hotmail.com or Amy Poturnicki RAHR25@comcast.net.


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