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The canal system within the District does not flow freely and only flows when the pump stations are turned on to discharge excess storm water.  Therefore, it is important that each District resident be mindful of the fact that whatever  is discharged into the canal will generally stay within the waterway for a long period of time. 

Disposing of motor oil and other hazardous materials is not only unlawful, but can result in fish kills, excess algae growth and ground water contamination.

Even over fertilizing will lead to the growth of aquatic weeds in the canal system.  To the degree that we can restrict the amount of nutrients entering the waterways we will be able to utilize less herbicides in the treatment of aquatic vegetation, which we feel is a sound environmental goal.

In addition, the maintenance of the adjoining canal bank to the water line is each individual property owners responsibility.  This includes the removal of Florida Holly and Australian Pine trees.  This requirement is part of an ordinance of the City of Coral Springs and even though you may not own the property to the water line, it is similar to the situation that exists in the front of your house where you do not own property to the street and yet you are required to maintain it in an aesthetically pleasing fashion.  The maintenance of the canal bank by the residents enables the District to keep your water management assessment at a reasonable level.  We encourage each resident that has property on the canal to become active in patrolling for pollution sources and maintaining the canal bank.

We are always available to answer any question you may have.  Please feel free to contact the District by phoning us at  (954) 753-0380.  You may also address any questions or concerns via e-mail.  drainage@fladistricts.com