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information was provided to the Board with a request that they make a recommendation regarding prospective changes to which water bodies would be included in the City's aquatic plant management activities. Audience Participation: Mr. Tom Schwartz (No Address Announced) — Reported that the community Yacht Club partnered with FOLKS (Friend of Lake Katherine) that was organized in 2009 and raised funds for the management of Lake Katherine. All City lakes pour into Lake Katherine. We would like to be included in the City funded lake management process. Mr. Art (No Last Name or Address Announced) — Made inquiries about the funding process and how they were being allocated under Stormwater. He requested a copy of the budget and was directed to request it from the City Clerk. Ms. Helen Stairs - 999 Mango Drive - Casselberry — Property Manager of Lake Katherine. They have been paying Lake Doctors to manage the lake and can no longer keep up with the increasing infiltration of the other lakes that pour into Lake Katherine. She requested financial assistance from the City. Discussion: Mr. McDonald asked historically how lakes were previously serviced and why are some and not others. Ms. Williams stated that no formally recorded historical policy on the servicing of lakes existed but explained that many environmental changes and the purchase of City property provoked the discussion regarding creation and implementation of a formal maintenance policy. Mr. Taylor inquired about the public access to the lakes. Ms. Williams explained the various lakes that had passive public access. Mr. Lasure inquired about the increase in funds that would be needed if we decide to include Lake Katherine in the current plan. Ms. Williams explained that inclusion of Lake Katherine would result in a 50% increase in City managed acre feet and a therefore a possible 50% increase in the herbicide budget. She also explained items that are funded from the Stormwater Utility, including Division salaries and operating expenses. Mr. Blais shared the changes over the last 15 years of the Lake Katherine lake growth. About 50% was in the county and the other was in the City. This has drastically changed with the annexation and residence feel that they are not represented. Audience Participator (No Name or Address): There are a lot of new apartments being built in the City. These funds will increase the amount of money that goes into the Stormwater Utility. Ms. Williams explained that this will be correct; however, because there are many areas of responsibility that are taking care of the Stormwater budget, it is not assumed that the funds will be available for Lake Management. Discussion: Mr. Lasure reiterated that the budget has allocated responsibilities and even if there is an increase in funds, it does not necessarily mean that those funds will be allocated for lakes management. Mr. Schwartz spoke again regarding the residents of Lake Katherine really needs the City's financial support in maintaining the lake. Ms. Williams explained that the City is monitoring Lake Katherine for surface water quality, just not aquatic plant control activity. Mr. Taylor suggested that we look at how much 2