West Nile Virus - Aerial Spraying

With the number of West Nile Virus cases being reported in Denton County continuing to increase, the Denton County Health Department recommended last week that aerial spraying be considered as a more aggressive defense against the West Nile Virus. As a result, Mary Horn, Denton County Judge, issued a Disaster Declaration and Executive Order to request State and federal resources to engage in aerial spraying and has asked all municipalities if they would like to opt in or opt out of the aerial spraying mitigation efforts. Lakewood Village opted to participate in the spraying in an effort to protect our citizens.

Spraying is scheduled to take place on consecutive evenings, Thursday August 30 and Friday August 31 at approximately 8:30pm. If the weather is rainy on Thursday the spraying efforts will move to Friday and Saturday evenings. Spraying will take place using small twin-engine airplanes flying approximately 300 feet above the ground. The engines are quiet and residents are not expected to be disturbed. For specific information about the spraying effort and West Nile Facts in Denton County please visit the Denton County Health Department.

Because the Environmental Protection Agency has stated that the most effective way to reduce mosquito populations and lessen the threat of disease is by eliminating mosquito breeding sites, Lakewood Village residents are encouraged to eliminate standing water on their properties or treat larger bodies of standing water with larvacide (“mosquito dunks”). The Town also encourages its residents to remember the “Five D’s”:

• DUSK & DAWN are the times of day you should try to stay indoors. This is when infected mosquitoes are most active.

• DRESS in long sleeves and pants when you’re outside. For extra protection, you may want to spray thin clothing with repellent containing permethrin or DEET.

• DEET is an ingredient to look for in your insect repellent when outdoors.

• DRAIN standing water in your yard and neighborhood-old tires, flowerpots, and clogged rain gutters. These are mosquito breeding sites.

• DOORS keep door and window screens in good repair.

Questions can be directed to Linda Asbell, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (972) 294-5555

Never Feed Coyotes

Lakewood Village has a rich wildlife living in and around our town. Everything from deer and wild turkey, to coyotes and even a few reports of mountain lion sightings. In the last few weeks reports of sightings and people being approached by coyotes have increased. They are most commonly seen at dawn and dusk; however, they can be active at any time of the day or night. The coyote's position as the top predator living in this area means they provide a great benefit. Their diets are dominated by small mammals i.e. rats, mice, opossum, and skunks. They will also eat snakes, insects, and carrion. Coyotes are extremely curious, and adaptable. They quickly learn to take advantage of any newly discovered food source. NEVER FEED COYOTES.

Coyotes have a natural fear of humans and are not interested in confronting people. They are not dangerous to humans unless you attempt to feed or interact with them. A coyote that will not be scared away, or approaches you aggressively, has lost its fear of people. This is most often the result of someone feeding it. If this occurs, the individual coyote will most likely need to be trapped and killed. NEVER FEED COYOTES. We all enjoy wildlife and feeding the coyotes can seem like fun, however, you will be signing a death sentence for that animal. The coyote will depend more on the humans feeding them and will hunt less. This will also make the animal more bold around humans and more aggressive. You will be exposing yourself, your neighbors, and pets to danger. Coyotes cannot tell the difference between their natural prey and our small pets. They will prey on cats; however, they will only attack a dog if they view it to be a threat to their territory, mate, or young. Coyotes view dogs as competition, not as prey.

There are some basic things you can do to protect yourself from a coyote who approaches you. Make yourself appear as large as possible; stand-up if you are sitting, hold your arms out from your body. Yell in a loud, deep voice. Never turn your back on a coyote that is threatening you and do not run. Make exaggerated movements like waving your arms and yell loudly while slowly moving toward safety.

To discourage coyotes from coming around your property remove anything outside your home that may be attracting them. This includes garbage, and pet food that can attract the rodents that coyotes eat. NEVER FEED COYOTES. Encourage your neighbors not to feed coyotes or leave anything out that might attract the animals. Feed your pets inside, and never leave small pets or cats outside unattended. Secure garbage containers.

By taking just a few measures and using a little common sense we can live peacefully with the wildlife around us.

CoServ Awards Grant to LWV

has awarded Lakewood Village a grant to cover a portion of the cost of design of this website. CoServ is an electric cooperative that provides electric service to the citizens of Lakewood Village. Community is important to CoServ; they not only provide great service but also scholorships for students, free energy audits, grants, and charitable projects. Have a look at their website and see what they can do for you.

2010 Sewer Rate Study

August 25 2010

Recently the Town of Lakewood Village completed a 2010 Sewer Rate Study. As a result of that study the sewer rates will increase from $29 per month to $34 per month.

Water Conservation

July 05 2010

Due to recent, unusually high water consumption, Lakewood Village is requesting residents to voluntarily conserve water. Please participate in this effort to conserve our water.

New Building Ordinance

January 01 2010

Lakewood Village adopted a new building ordinance in January 2010. This ordinance requires all the extra territorial jurisdiction of the Town to comply with the building regulations. Areas commonly known as Rocky Point and the southern portion of Sunrise Bay as well as from Cardinal Ridge west to the lake and south to Rocky Point are included jurisdiction of the Town of Lakewood Village. Please contact Town Hall at 972-294-5555 if you have any questions.