Page 15 - Abacoa Community News - July '23

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Northern Notes

Draining Swimming Pools Disposal of pool 2) Leave the water in the pool for at least one week
water into a storm without adding chlorine or other chemicals before
By Katie Roundtree, drain is harmful to the draining. If you can’t wait that long, use a chlorine
Director of Finance and environment. Pool water neutralizing chemical found at most pool supply stores.
Administration, enters the storm drain Please consult your pool supply company for further
Northern Palm Beach system untreated and may information.
County Improvement contain chemicals that 3) Test the water before discharging to ensure that the
District (NPBCID) can harm canals, ponds, chlorine levels are safe. Also ensure that the pH levels are
If you live in South lakes and wetlands, as normal (6.5 to 7.8).
Florida, odds are you have a well as the wildlife living 4) Drain the pool slowly over a large pervious area, such
swimming pool. One of the in and around them. as your lawn, before letting the water drain into a storm
reasons we live here is the Chlorine, bromine, algaecides, biocides, water conditioners, drain. The water will filter slowly and evenly through the
great climate where you can stabilizers, and other chemicals in pool water are toxic to fish soil. Control the rate of discharge across your property
enjoy swimming year-round. and other aquatic life. to avoid erosion and nuisance conditions for neighboring
If you have a pool, it is also critical that you maintain the Here are some things to remember about draining pools: properties. Nuisance conditions such as the creation of
structure and treat the water to keep you and your family healthy 1) Only drain your pool when absolutely necessary. odors, mosquito breeding conditions, or flooding can occur
and safe. From time to time, it may be necessary to drain your Avoid draining/backwashing your pool during periods when water is ponded for a prolonged period.
pool for repairs. Whether the reason is cleaning, water changes, of drought and during significant rainfall events. Do not 5) If your pool contains algae or other organic matter
or just lowering water levels, pool draining is a common activity. drain your pool when watering restrictions are in place. (a black film), collect the algae and dispose of it in your
normal trash. Decaying organic matter lowers the oxygen
content in the water and should not go into the storm drain
or any wetland area.
Please keep in mind that there is a direct link between
what we do around our home and the water quality of our
canals, ponds, lakes and wetlands.
NPDES tip: Dirt, oil, and debris that collect in parking
lots and paved areas can be washed into the storm sewer
system and eventually enter local waterbodies. Sweep up
litter and debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking
lots, especially around storm drains.
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The Palm Beach Cardinals and Jupiter
Hammerheads are ON THE MOVE!
The last FSL game at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium
in 2023 will be played on Sunday, July 9. Following
the mid-season All-Star Break, the two teams will play
exclusively on the road, until moving into The Ballpark
of the Palm Beaches on Monday, July 24.

Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium is set to undergo long-
awaited upgrades and the renovations begin on July 10.

All previously purchased game tickets and season-
long ticket packages will transfer to the Ballpark of
the Palm Beaches.

Fans can get excited about brand new, state-of-the-art
team facilities, brand new group areas, an expanded
team store, improved concession offerings, and more
to come at The Dean.

Silver Sluggers, Thirsty Thursdays, Firework Fridays,
Kids Club Saturdays, and all other great events
scheduled will still be in “Play.”

JULY

And…..
Get soaked SPLASH DAY on the 21st,
when we’ll offer this rare opportunity Silver Sluggers is every Wednesday
at a ball game!
Every Thursday is Thirsty Thursday
Don’t miss BEERS AROUND THE BASES on
the 22nd, drink around Abacoa and enjoy Kid’s Club fun on every Saturday
the ballgame.

Who Let the Dogs Out - RDS! Bring the
dogs for DOG DAYS on the 28th.

On the 29th Celebrate SHARK WEEK
and learn more
about the ocean and conservation!