Blue-Green Algae monitoring has started on Candlewood Lake.  As in past years, Western Connecticut State University is conducting weekly Blue-green algae monitoring at the public beaches on Candlewood and Squantz Pond to ensure that measurements are within state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection defined limits.  The Candlewood Lake Authority plans to post the results of this monitoring on their Facebook Page and website for the community to keep an eye on through the season.  Brookfield Parks and Recreation staff will take also weekly samples of beach water.  High levels of toxic algae or coliform bacteria could lead to closing the beach to protect the health and safety of residents.