Treatments Update (6/13/25)

We had our second of four scheduled treatments from LakePro on June 4th, and things are progressing well. The pond is looking great — clear of algae, with noticeable improvement in water clarity and a visible reduction in weed growth. These early results are encouraging and a good indicator that the treatment plan is working as intended.

Treatment Proposal to SCA

We wanted to share an update on our ongoing efforts to improve and unify the maintenance of the ponds throughout Stonebridge. There are 14 ponds across our community, enjoyed daily by residents living near them, as well as neighbors and visitors passing through. These ponds are a valuable asset that enhance the beauty of our surroundings, boost property values, and contribute to the overall appeal of Stonebridge. Unfortunately, ponds overwhelmed with algae and weeds can quickly become unsightly—and even a potential health concern.

Since we first began “passing the hat” to help maintain Twin Islands Pond, we’ve been working toward a more sustainable, long-term solution—ideally one that supports all ponds at Stonebridge. However, shared ownership between the Stonebridge Community Association (SCA), Neighborhood HOAs, Estate homeowners, and the Stonebridge Golf Course (SGC) has made things more complicated. All of the interested parties currently share in the maintenance costs via SCA dues, HOA dues, personal cash investment or all three. We would like to see more uniform participation across all residents and a business management arrangement for ponds with the Golf Course.

We’re pleased to let you know that we’ve submitted a formal proposal to the SCA Board for their consideration and, we hope, approval. The proposal is titled “Unified Pond Treatment Program for Stonebridge,” with a goal of launching in Spring 2026.

You can view the full proposal by following this link (Unified Pond Treatment Proposal), and we encourage you to read it and share it with others in the community.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has contributed over the past two years through the Friends of Stonebridge Ponds. Your support has helped keep Twin Islands Pond looking the way it should—and has shown just how much our community cares. We believe it’s time for our community association to take on this responsibility moving forward.

— Friends of Stonebridge Ponds Board