10/01/2026
Pond Maintenance Update & Friendly Advisory for Parents and Dog Owners at B.Y. Park 🐾🏞️
If you’ve taken a stroll by the pond recently, you might have noticed a bright green, film-like algal bloom on the water’s surface.
This type of late-season algae growth naturally occurs as temperatures change in early autumn. Out of an abundance of caution, we are asking park visitors to keep pets on a leash and out of the pond, and ensure dogs do not drink from or swim in the water, as well as keep children out.
While seasonal algae is common in pond ecosystems, surface blooms can cause mild skin irritation or upset stomach in pets if ingested.
What we’re doing:
Our recreation team and Boro personnel are actively monitoring water conditions and working with experts on next steps
Thank you for your help keeping our furry friends safe while we let the pond navigate this seasonal shift! I
