Award goes to lake protectors

EAST HAMPTON — The East Hampton Conservation & Lake Commission started the Lake-Smart Award program for property owners living on Lake Pocotopaug or in the surrounding watershed. It is meant to encourage property owners to improve the quality of the lake by doing projects to prevent infiltration of phosphates, nitrates, pesticides and other impurities from entering the lake, according to a press release.

Those that achieve seven requirements can receive a Lake-Smart Award sign they can display on their property. It is hoped the program will not only improve the quality of the lake, but also encourage neighbors to make improvements to their property, the news release said.

To be evaluated for the award, contact Jeremy Hall at 860-267-7300 or jhall@easthamptonct.gov, or Jeremy DeCarli at 860-267-7450 or jdecarli@easthamptonct.gov.