Stewards of the Watershed

Ahh the beauty of living in Asbury Park – a seaside city with a coastline on the Atlantic Ocean that borders several lakes: Sunset, Wesley and Deal. I’m a regular fixture on the boardwalk, sitting on the bench with earbuds in volume up and observing the endless conversation between the waves and the shore. Another pastime favorite is a slow walk along the water’s edge at Sunset Lake which offers a chance to witness the local wildlife and feel a deep sense of peace.

These treasures are a gift from nature and we as residents must be excellent stewards of Deal Lake and its tributaries. The Deal Lake Commission whose mission is to provide leadership, guidance and resources to preserve and restore Deal Lake and its tributaries as a healthy and stable ecosystem. By actively serving as stewards of Deal Lake and its Watershed . The commission’s goals include:

• Educating the community including our school children, to increase awareness and appreciation for the natural environment of the lake.
• Providing leadership concerning issues related to Deal Lake with and outside our community.
• Helping homeowners and public groups recognize and mindfully solve problems related to water quality situation and lake restoration.
• Serving as the liaison between lakeside communities, County agencies and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to implement a regional Storm Water Management Plan.
• Proactively suggesting practical ideas to improve overall the environmental quality of properties throughout the Deal Lake watershed.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Deal Lake Commission you may apply online.

Meetings are virtual and meetings are on the third Thursday of each month with the exception of November at 7p.m. Next meeting dates are October 16th and December 18th. For more information you can visit the Deal Lake Commission website or call 732 531 1343.