We have property at Lake Anna and enjoy living here.  However, over the past several years, more and more HAB advisories have been issued for certain parts of the Lake with recommendations to curtail water activities for individuals and pets.  We appreciate those HAB early warnings, however, the new protocol will delay advisories if "cell counts" no longer trigger warnings of HAB at an early stage.  Visual observations and testing for toxins is also important.  Rather than a proactive approach to public health, this new protocol would be reactive and we would potentially have very late advisories for HAB.  Not only is HAB a health risk, but it is important that there be continued funding for mitigation of HAB for those living here and visiting the Lake.  As the media learns about HAB at the Lake and it becomes known around VA, DC and MD, fewer people will be interested in coming to the lake or even living here.  They will simple go elsewhere to spend their money.  Consequently, it is imperative there be continued efforts to eliminate, mitigate, and have appropriate protocols for HAB.  Thank you for your attention to this important issue.