a. Weedoo Operations

Lakes & Waterways Board Regular Meeting · 2026-05-12 · agenda_item

The City of Winter Park's Lakes & Waterways Board is reviewing operations for managing eelgrass, a beneficial but sometimes nuisance aquatic plant. The current Weedoo system is used to proactively remove eelgrass before it reaches shorelines, reducing the need for residents to handle it themselves. Data shows this operation has been effective in reducing collected debris. Residents can place up to three cubic yards of eelgrass on their docks for pickup by Lakes staff. Private companies can also be hired to remove floating debris without a permit. The board is considering the effectiveness and costs associated with these operations, with projections for a heavy debris season in 2026. This review suggests potential future needs for services related to aquatic vegetation management and debris removal. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers interested in this area should monitor future board discussions and potential service needs as plans develop.

cubic yards

three cubic yards

weekly removals

2021 through the end of 2025

residents participating

10% %

daily operational cost

3,600 $

servicing

5 acres

annual average cost

40K $

cost projections for 2026

exceed $63K $