Milfoil isn't the only invasive species the Candlewood Lake Authority is concerned about this summer.  In previous years Zebra Mussels were found in other bodies of water along the Housatonic River so the CLA put up signs asking boaters to "clean, drain and dry" their boats. 

Now a pilot program is being launched in Brookfield. 

There was a training session Saturday in Brookfield for the boat inspection and decontamination pilot program that will take place during the boating season.  Participation by boaters is voluntary and will be carried out in two locations.  The Brookfield town boat launch and the Lattins Cove launch in Danbury will be staffed by the state Department Energy and Environmental Protection Fridays through Sundays starting Memorial Day weekend. 

A $25,000 hot-water, high-pressure washer bought by Brookfield decontaminates boats that aren't clean, drained and dry.