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Lake-Friendly Lawn Care It is important to start thinking ecoligically when it comes to landscaping your lakeshore property! Check out Renaissance Lac Brome's take on ecological lawn care and alternatives to traditional grass:
 Lawn Care and Alternatives to Traditional Grass
The Duck Farm: Setting a Good Example As of now the revitalization work being done on the Duck Farm is complete. Some very important undertakings have been realized thanks to the collaboration of the managers of the Farm with several organizations namely, the Ministère des ressources naturelles et de la faune, the Agence forestière de la Montérégie, the Ministère de l’agriculture and COGEBY. All of the work done is beneficial for Brome Lake.
More than 11 000 trees have been planted on the 14-acre span separating the Duck Farm buildings from the lake, therefore there will no longer be any manure spreading in that particular area. The shores of the Pearson stream have been cleaned up and more than 2 000 trees have been planted along its shores. Also, perhaps you may have noticed that a hedge, small as it may currently be, has been placed along Centre road. Not only is this new addition ecologically friendly but it also adds to the scenery!
A connection between the Farm’s manure tank and the municipal system remains to be established. The prospects of an agreement on the subject are promising.
In short, solid partnerships and sincere cooperation are vital to the success of these projects. Congratulations and thanks to all!
If there are any similar issues that you think should be at the heart of an impending project, do not hesitate to let us in on it. Your ideas are appreciated and welcome!
Saturday June 7: The Final Shrub Sale a Clear Success!  Last Saturday, nearly 50 citizens were at the Knowlton Community Center to pick up their rose bushes and other shrubs that they had ordered.
At 9 o’clock, Mr. Robert Lapalme, a lake specialist, answered questions that citizens had regarding effective management of the shore line, the importance of managing the entire watershed, and the potential sources of phosphorous for a lake like ours.
 Overall the shrub sales organized by Renaissance Lac Brome in collaboration with COGEBY, succeeded in distributing 5 400 shrubs to more than 135 citizens. There are still some shrubs available. Those who are interested can contact Adam Lebel at 450-242-2784.
We would like to know your opinion on the possible organization of another sale next year. Your questions and comments are welcome, write to: info@renaissancelbl.com
Saturday May 24: Annual RLB General Meeting Approximately 175 citizens attended the annual Renaissance Lac Brome meeting. At the meeting, the assembly elected the new board of directors for 2008-2009.
The representatives of MDDEP, MAPAQ, COGEBY and l’Agence forestière de la Montérégie each presented their respective organization’s plans to improve the quality of the lake water.
The Town of Brome Lake presented its own plan to counteract the problem of blue-green algae (cyanobacteria), which is currently in the process of being put into practice. Renaissance Lac Brome notably announced several projects, some of which have already been put into effect: the duck farm, for example, has planted 11 000 trees on its property, and more than 5 000 bushes and shrubs have been distributed to 130 landowners.
Special guest Dr. David Bird, a well-known lake specialist, answered questions that concerned citizens had primarily regarding cyanobacteria, riverside and lakeside properties, as well as proper septic system management.
The assembly unanimously agreed on its support of the numerous projects in effect, and wished to ensure that the actions taken will be long-lasting. Those who participated in the meeting showed their support for their representatives and those who are working together towards the restoration of Brome Lake. See the PDF below.
We extend a thank you to our sponsors for the door prizes donated: IGA-Gazaille, J.L. Flanagan, RONA-Lévesque and Auberge Quilliams.
Reminders Membership Renewal for 2008: The Campaign is Running Please renew your subscription without delay. We need and appreciate your support!
Have you seen an infraction committed on Brome Lake?? Write us at: alert@renaissancelbl.com If you witness any actions that may compromise the quality of the lake water or that disregard the regulation currently in effect, you are invited to follow the procedure outlined in the following document: > Procedure for handling environmental alerts | 