District of Lakeland exploring options to protect lakes and shore lines
Citing a need to respond to ratepayer concerns regarding water quality, the District of Lakeland Council is being asked to vote on a new Environmental Stewardship Bylaw.
The bylaw was introduced by first reading at the last council meeting held on Feb. 9.
According to a statement by Administrator Tracey McShannock, the purpose of this bylaw is to implement better practices within a defined lake impact area to balance public safety, environmental stewardship and public enjoyment of activities affecting the foreshore, shoreland and lakes.
“Please note that the bylaw does not refer to regulating boats and watercraft,” she said.