Proposal in Venice to add splash of color

Published: Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at 11:29 p.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at 11:29 p.m.

VENICE - If a few more city boards say OK, people living in Venetian Woods will be able to watch a nightly light show.

Venice Area Beautification Inc. wants to install a fountain in a pond at Ruscelletto Park at the senior apartment community off U.S. 41 Bypass and Venice Avenue.

The plans are for the fountain to be colorfully lit for several hours each night.

Because it is a permanent installation in a city-owned park, the group needs approvals from the Public Art and Parks and Recreation advisory boards.

VABI President Judith Keeler said the project has the approval of the Venice Housing Authority and Venetian Walk residents.

The residents are thrilled with it and want another in front, Keeler said.

In addition to the visual appeal, Keeler said, the fountain will help aerate the water and prevent algal blooms.

Public Works Director John Veneziano said no other city-owned ponds have fountains for aeration.

VABI will pay to install the fountain and bring power to the site; the city will pick up the utility bill and equipment maintenance.

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