Representatives of Citizens for Protecting Our Northern Waterways made a presentation to Flin Flon City Council last night.  Certified Wildlife Biologist Chris Smith explained they are a group of citizens and business volunteers working to prevent the spread of zebra mussels in our area.  He noted the impact of zebra mussels is concerning having consequences to aquatic ecosystems, tourism and municipal infrastructure resulting in great cost to the municipality as once they are established in a waterway they cannot be eradicated.  They can be transported to lakes and other waterways by boats and other watercraft that have been in waters affected but spread can be prevented by cleaning, draining and drying your watercraft and equipment. Smith stated there is a need for enhanced awareness by the general public, strong government led programs and more inspection stations.  He asked council to prepare a resolution to go to the Association of Manitoba Municipalities to lobby government for more support which Mayor Cal Huntley said Council would do adding it will definitely get support by local governments across the province.  More information can be found on their website www.zebramusselprevention.com.