2022 OP Summer Newsletter

PONDS

IN THE COMMUNITY PONDS

and monitored through the use of an algaecide contractor. High profile ponds are treated and tested for algae on a bi-monthly basis. Some ponds are also monitored by our algaecide contractor but only treated when necessary.

a stewardship process. Stewardship is a multi-year program is which invasive species of plants surrounding the pond site are removed and monitored. Plant plug or seeds may be installed to promote the growth of native plantings. During the process there is typically a controlled burn which uses fire as a tool to help promote the growth of plantings. Over time, the invasive plants are removed

There are over 180 Village- maintained ponds within the Village of Orland Park. The Village’s Public Works Department is responsible for aesthetics and shoreline stabilization of all ponds. The Village Board has requested that a natural approach be taken to sustain and/ or restore pond shorelines. This approach includes the planting of native, deep rooting plants to enhance shoreline stability while also enhancing the aesthetics of the pond itself. The plant life helps to filter any chemical run off that may occur from surrounding properties. The Village works with ecological contractors to help evaluate and maintain many pond sites through

and native plantings surround the ponds. This method maintains

hydrological and ecological balance by using methods that are structurally sound, as well as economically feasible, while being ecologically sustainable. Certain ponds are treated

For more information, call the Village’s Public Works Department at (708) 403-6350

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