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Problems with Lake Gerar must be addressed

December 6, 2019

I am surprised with all the letters and editorials in the Cape Gazette about Silver Lake and the water fountains installed by Envirotech ordered by the city manager and city officals. It’s interesting to note that Save Our Lakes President Sallie Forman and Vice President Tom Childers are not happy with the fountains that take away, and I quote, “the natural charm, peace and beauty and keeping wildlife away.”

I’ve lived in Rehoboth Beach since 1937. Our lakes were very pretty, enjoyed by all the ice skating, boating, fishing, etc., and very well aerated by the daily arrival of the geese and ducks. The lakes were cleaner and healthier than they are now (with all the scum and algae) in Lake Gerar.

Rehoboth does not need SOLA or Envirotech to ensure water quality at the taxpayers’ expense. For over 150 years since Rehoboth’s inception in 1873, minus 10 years of SOLA’s, the lakes were fine, with perfect alignment with nature’s natural beauty and enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.

It is interesting to see how unhappy Mrs. Forman and Mr. Childers, both residing near Silver Lake, are so concerned about the aesthetics of Silver Lake. Little is mentioned about Lake Gerar, the lake so dirty with algae and weeds. In addition I have seen the increase in snakes and other animals that were not present before SOLA and Envirotech’s involvement.

It seems that Mrs. Forman’s and Mr. Childers’ concerns are limited to Silver Lake, which is the lake closest to their personal residences.

To the mayor and commissioners: Please do not forget about Lake Gerar in all this controversy. Give back the wildlife and get rid of the weeds and the mechanical apparatus that Environtech put in Lake Gerar and Silver Lake.

They are certainly not in good taste and take away the natural look that was once so very natural and beautiful. I appreciate everyone’s time and attention.

Katherine Cole
Rehoboth Beach

 

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