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NEXT VVA MONTHLY MEETING:

Sunday, June 11, 2023 @ 2:00PM at the clubhouse.

All members in good standing are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you want on the agenda, you must notify the office on or before the Monday prior to the board meeting.

Lake Viking News

VVA Board of Directors Monthly Meeting May 21, 2023

Call to Order

Board Pres. Doug Winter, lot 46, called the meeting to order, held in the upper level of the Clubhouse, at 2:00pm. Board members present were: Allan Slavin, lot 62, Terry Nibarger, lot 657, Jeremy Lillig, Lot 3041, Tom Rice, Lot 343, Tony Gronniger, Lot 2281 and George Eshnaur Lot 505. Jeremy Lillig led in prayer. Jeff Ferguson, Managing Lake Director, led the Pledge of Allegiance. Doug Winter read the mission statement of Lake Viking.

Approval of Minutes

Allan Slavin made a motion to approve the April 2023 Meeting Minutes. Second by Tom Rice. The minutes were approved unanimously.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Handbook Committee

Tom Rice reported: Tom stated the committee has received recommendations from the Fishing Committee re changes to limits, size etc. He stated this will be addressed but they are not ready to present information at this meeting. A motion was made by Tom Rice to change the handbook to reflect the changes related to Condo. Jeremy discussed that it would be better to use generic verbiage for the company name vs. using the name Condo. Tom Rice explained why the Handbook Committee decided to use “Condo Control App” instead of generic verbiage. Motion was made to pass, A Second to the motion by Allan Slavin. The motion was passed unanimously.

Finance Committee

Terry Nibarger reported: Terry reported the Finance Committee met May 18, 2023 and was led by Paula Hepinstall. The April 2023 financials were reviewed. Expenditures of $5K and over will be depreciated and will not be expensed. Per Terry, this will help us on our taxes. Morgan Stanley account for April 23 was up $6274.00. The committee has reviewed years 2018 – 2022 and evaluating what items need to be brought forward. Terry reported we will continue to set back $60K per year for an emergency war chest fund. Committee reviewed Bad Debt write off and collection procedures. Paula Hepinstall has looked into the government program for Employee Retention which came into being with the COVID pandemic. VVA did not qualify for these funds. The sale of VVA lots has exceeded the budget for 2023. Revenue from the sale of four association lots is $18,660.00. The Finance Committee is/was in favor of selling lake lot 717, which was approved at the earlier special meeting. The list of amenities that are being considered from the revenue to be raised include the following: Play ground equipment with foam pad under to reduce possibility of injuries, Repair/replace shelter houses, Pickle Ball Court, Exercise equipment in the basement of the clubhouse, Snack Bar in the basement of clubhouse, Dog Park, Jetty to accommodate 11 boats for access to snack bar or activities. Fire hydrant for Goose Court, and adding an additional $15K to the septic system repair for the clubhouse. Finance Committee was also in favor of moving the annual meeting date from the first week in March to the first week of October. (This passed in earlier special meeting.) Terry reported Campground upgrade of the electrical system part one has been completed and part two is on hold at this time. Also discussed was the remodel/redo of the clubhouse basement to accommodate a snack bar. Terry reported Beach 1 & 2 upgrades have been completed. Also reported was Jeff is working to secure USDA grant funds for Lake projects. A question was received from the members. Will there be capital gains tax on the sale of lot 717? The answer was yes, there will be.

A Busy Month!

Plenty going on around Lake Viking the past month. Since the last edition of the Lake Viking News, the Activities Committee held three events: the Spring garage sale on April 22, Cinco de Mayo at the clubhouse on May 6, and the fishing tournament on May 20. Once again, hats off to the Activities Committee for 3 great events! There was also a full slate of Committee Meetings, the monthly Board Meeting (a week late due to Mothers Day) and a Special Meeting both held on Sunday May 21. The big news from the special meeting was the date of the Annual Meeting is moved ahead from the first week in March to the first week of October. This By-Law change was an unfinished item from the March 2023 Annual Meeting and should enable more people to attend the Annual Meeting in the future. Also in May was the opening of the swimming pool, and oh yes, the dredge is in full production mode at the south end of the lake. Read more about these topics in this edition of the Lake Viking News.

Strategic Planning Committee

George Eshnaur Lot 505 reported: Meeting will be held next week. Minutes will be published after the meeting. George Eshnaur made a motion to add the following people to the Strategic Planning Committee. New members to be added are Joe Steer, Michael Crump, David Thomas and Sue Wolf. Tony Gronniger seconded the motion which passed unanimously.

Activities Committee

Jeremy Lillig Lot 3041 reported: The Activities Committee met May 16, 2023. Events upcoming include the Annual Poker Run will be held June 10, 2023 from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm. Shirts and VVA flags will be sold in conjunction with the poker run. Cost to sponsor is $125.00. Committee members will be working on making bags for the poker run participants. The stops on the Poker Run will be Marina, Beach 2, Beach 3 and Five Pines. Many more events are planned for the rest of the year.

Building Committee

Allan Slavin Lot 181 reported: In the past month, the committee has met four times. They reviewed 22 Building Permits. Building permits and fees were reviewed and reworked. The building specs portion of the existing handbook will be revised to state that construction must meet the Missouri Building standards and regulations. The committee recommended that detached garages be changed from 720 to 960 square feet. Permit for building house will remain at $2000 but if a sea wall is installed, there will be an additional fee. Paula Hepinstall asked if pole barn construction is still restricted. Yes, it is to MH lots and S lots. Tony Gronniger asked if building fees are non-refundable. The answer was yes unless the project is not approved. Building permit extensions will be processed at the pre COVID rules. Marvin McNabb spoke about prefab housing. Tom Rice read all the proposed changes to the handbook related to building permits and regulations. Allan Slavin made a motion to accept the changes. Tom Rice seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

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April 2023

Saturday, June 10, 2023, 1–4 p.m. Lake Viking Clubhouse Parking Lot

• Pre-Registration pick-up will begin at 11 a.m. in the Club House

• Day-of Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. in the Club House.

• Pre-Register by June 2, 2023 @ 4 p.m. to be guaranteed a poker hand and an event T-Shirt.

• Cash prizes will be awarded for the top 3 hands. 1st: $200 - 2nd: $125 - 3rd: $75

• Additional poker hands may be purchased for $25 each after registration

This will be a fun filled event around Lake Viking that is open to all members and their guest. This event is sponsored by local merchants and the Lake Viking Activities Committee.

We will have a celebration in the parking lot following the Poker Run with music and food.

VVA Special Meeting of Membership May 21, 2023

Call to Order

Board Pres. Doug Winter, lot 46, called the meeting to order, held in the upper level of the Clubhouse, at 1:00pm. Board members present were: Allan Slavin, lot 62, Terry Nibarger, lot 657, Tom Rice, Lot 343, Tony Gronniger, Lot 2281 and George Eshnaur Lot 505. Terry Nibarger led in prayer. Jeff Ferguson, Managing Lake Director, led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Items on Special Meeting Agenda

ANNUAL MEETING DATE CHANGE

Motion was brought to the board and members to change the Annual Meeting date from the 1st Sunday of March to the first Sunday of October. Positive reasons to change were discussed and included, weather is usually better in October than in March. Weather would be less likely to impact attendance at the annual meeting. Second positive reason to change the meeting date revolves around finances and budgeting. Now we are drawing on our reserve account for the first portion of the year. We will have a budget in place for January 1 of the coming years. Payment of dues for next year will remain the same as they were in 2023. For 2025, dues will need to be paid at the beginning of the year. Members will be able to pay ½ of the dues amount by January 31, 2025 and the other half of the dues by March 31, 2025. There is no penalty to members for paying with the two payment option. Motion was voted on by membership and was unanimously approved.

SALE OF WATERFRONT LOT 717

This sale is proposed to fund amenities for VVA members. The suggested selling price for the lot after improvements by VVA is $265,000. Terry Nibarger presented a list of the proposed amenities that might be funded by the sale of the lot. These include, Pickle Ball Court, Snack Bar on lower level of the Club House, new playground equipment with rubber mats under the equipment to cushion falls, repair/ rebuild shelter houses as needed, Jetty/dock for 11 boats to allow members to park their boats as they come to activities held at the clubhouse, dog park and place exercise equipment in the lower level of the clubhouse. Thomas Archibald, lot 1280, indicated he lives across from lot 717 and stated because of waterflow we might need a larger tube. Mr. Archibald indicated he does not use his second driveway. Jeff Ferguson said the board was going to talk to him about this as the improvements to the lot are done. The motion was made and seconded to sell Lot 717 after doing upgraded because of water flow after a large rain. Members present were all in favor of selling this lot.

HANDBOOK UPDATES

Tom Rice read the proposed changes to the Handbook which includes the following:

• Article IV

Animal Rules and Regulations

Allowing dogs to roam/animal bite: Dogs are not allowed off the member’s property and shall be contained by a fenced enclosure or controlled by a leash. Guests’ dogs are included. Any animal whether leashed or unleashed that attacks or bites a person, and after review of the circumstances, is deemed to be a vicious animal and must be removed from the lake. The property owner responsible of the animal is subject to a minimum $500.00 infraction ticket.

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Article III RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES

Section 2. Suspension of Privilege

Changes in Handbook will reflect the change to Condo system. Guest and membership information is held in Condo and permissions are entered in the system. Also boat and personal water craft registration are entered into Condo as well as service requests for boat stickers, hot wash for zebra mussels etc. Privileges will be suspended if the member is not current on dues or has pending information.

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Section 8 Non Payment Penalties and interest

An $80.00 late fee will first be assessed for being delinquent. After 60 days, interest will accrue at a rate of 1% per month.

• Page 13 Article XI: DWELLING RENTALS

Section 3

Section 4

No boats are allowed to be registered under the renter’s name. No non-member watercraft may be used on the lake.

Changes to the Handbook were unanimously approved by members.

ADJOURN

Tony Gronniger moved to adjourn at 1:30pm. Allan Slavin seconded and the motion passed by all members. Special meeting was adjourned at 1:300 pm.

ATTENDANCE

A sign-in Attendance Sheet is on record at the Office for reference. Let the record show that these minutes are a record of the business transacted at this meeting and are a sampling of the discussions. Comments and discussions are not reflected in whole or as actual quotations in the minutes, nor do they reflect all comments by members.

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Lake Viking 2023 Boards and Committees

Activities Committee

Mary Hibler (Chair), Dustin Hibler, David Hibler, Gail Bush, Resa Wiltse, Leanne Lee, Dan and Connie Weidmaier, Dave & Tina Daniel, Cassie Martin, Jeremy Lillig (Board Contact).

Board of Directors

President, Doug Winter; 1st Vice President, Tony Gronniger; 2nd Vice President, Allan Slavin; Secretary, Tom Rice; Assistant Secretary, George Eshnaur; Treasurer, Terry Nibarger; Assistant Treasurer, Jeremy Lillig.

VVA Board of Directors Meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, at 2:00 p.m. at the clubhouse. All members in good standing are welcome to attend.

Building Committee

Flint Hibler (Chair), Marvin McNabb, Doug Wiltse, Matt Hibler, Al Christifano, Mary Aschbrenner, Bo Steed, Gregory Hall, Sue Morris, Allan Slavin (Board Contact).Building Committee Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at the clubhouse. Building permits are required to be approved by the Building Committee prior to the start of any construction as stated in the Covenants, Restrictions, By-Laws, Rules and Regulations of the Viking Valley Association.

Campground Committee

James Funk, (Chair) Mary Hibler , Jeff Spragues, Kathy Price, Charles Sudduth, Randall Davidson, Mike Booth, Flint Hibler, Bob Gates, Michelle Sullivan, Denise Ferguson, George Eshnaur (Board Contact)

Dredge & Erosion Committee

Shawn Hepinstall (Chair), Paula Hepinstall, Robert Hayes, Brett Bush, Dave Daniel, Jim Miller, Doug Winter (Board Contact)

Employee Board Contact

Doug Winter

Exploratory Restaurant Committee

Don Leeper, Terry Nibarger, Erica Bruggerma, Sue Wolfe, Robert Walton, Doug Winter (Board Contact)

Finance Committee

Paula Hepinstall (Chair), Steve Danner, Michelle Sullivan, Donna (Archibald) Redden, Flint Hibler, George Eshnaur, Kevin Euston, Jeremy Lillig, Troy Lesan, Tony Conforti, Terry Nibarger (Board Contact).

Fishing Committee

Brett Bush (Chair) Shawn Hepinstall, Gary Buck, Troy Knight, Jim Powers, Tom Rice (Board Contact)

Handbook Committee

Donna (Archibald) Redden (Chair), Mary Miller, Kim Spidle, Terri Schlaiss, Tom Rice (Board Contact)

Infraction/Safety

James Funk (Chair), Marvin McNabb, Marianne Huges, Carl Butcher, Ed White, Bob Shinogle, Safety Coordinator: Jason McTheeney, Anthony Castillo, Jeremy Lillig (Board Contact)

Lake Committee

Troy Lesan (Chair), Shirley Leakey, Don Leeper, Carolyn Leeper, Bo Steed, Mike Krehbiel, Sherry Krehbiel, Eric Odette, Robert Walton,Tony Gronniger (Board Contact) Email: lakecommittee@gmail.com. Meetings held the 2nd Wed. of the month at 2:00 p.m.

Restaurant Exploratory Committee

Robert Walton (Chair), Terry Nibarger, Don Leeper, Erica Burggerman, Sue Wolfe, Doug Winter (Board Contact)

Special Road District

Ron Spidle, Troy Knight, Tony Gronniger

Strategic Planning Committee

Matt Nielsen (Chair), Tony Gronniger, Terry Nibarger, Tom Rice, Haley Wright, Anthony Dirks, Sue Wolfe, Nikki Prewitt, George Eshnaur (Board Contact) (Pending Board approval) Joe Steer, David Thomas

Technology Committee

Scott Fatheree (Chair), Kelly Mathenia, Mike Lammers, Jeff Ferguson, (Board Contact TBD)

Volunteer Fire Department

Fire Chief-Tony Gronniger, Volunteers: Rusty Hendricks, Gary King, Dennis Schlaiss, DJ Schlaiss, Tanner Hunter, Luke Threlkeld, Mark Closterman, Anthony Dirks, Billy Hunter, Dakota Hiley, Nick Walker, Stephanie Closterman, Jessica Conard, Tony Gronniger, (Board Contact).

The Fire Department meets on the second Friday of the month at 2:00 PM. If you have the interest and the time to serve your community, be sure to attend the next meeting. The monthly siren test will also be done at that time.

Public Water Supply District #3

Kyle W. Parkhurst, President, term expires 4/2023 - Sub-District #3; Jeffrey Speaker, Vice President, term expires 4/2025 - Sub-District #4; Harlan Horst, Secretary, term expires 4/2023 - Sub-District #5; Mark Closterman, Director, term expires 4/2024 - Sub-District #2; Heather Lund, Director, term expires 4/2024 - Sub-District #1; Gary King, Superintendent; Travis Toney, Water Operator; Diane Hulett, Clerk. Board meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 4 pm at PWSD #3 office.

Office Hours: 8am-4pm • Monday thru Friday.

All payments for metered water bills are to be made payable to Public Water Supply District No. 3 of Daviess County, Missouri. You may abbreviate as PWSD #3. If you have any questions, contact the PWSD No. 3 office, 116 Waterworks Dr., Gallatin, Mo. 64640 (located at the water plant). Phone 660-663-2771.

Online payments can be made at: https://pwsd3daviess.azurewebsites.net

For the convenience of customers of Public Water Supply District No. 3, a drop box is available at the front door of the office located at the water plant for the payment of water bills. Payments received after 4 p.m. in the drop box will post the following day.

For the convenience of Association members, a drop box is available in the front door of the association office for the payment of association bills.

Property Owners

Viking Valley Association

Office Address:

144 E. Main, Gallatin, MO 64640 660-322-9001 | vvaoffice@lakevikingmo.net

LakeVikingMO.com

Office Hours:

May 1 - Labor Day

Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Day after Labor Day - April 30

Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

You are responsible for your guests and their actions. It is your responsibility to educate them on the rules and regulations of Lake Viking. Lake Viking is private property, but all lots are owned by some other individual. Please do not drive or ride ATVs or bicycles on neighboring lots, or walk across lots to fish or use others’ property without first getting the property owner’s permission.

Fishery Guidelines

Bass: Release all bass 12” to 19”. Fishermen can keep one bass per day of 19” or longer. Crappie: Keep all crappie caught, within the state limit, which is 30 per day.

Walleye: Fisherman can keep Walleye at least 21” in length, release all catches under 21”. Mowing Regulations

You are required to have your lot mowed by May 1st, June 1st and September 1st of each year. If you do not keep your lot mowed, or hire a contract mower, the Association will mow it, and bill you $90.00 for each mowing.

The Association does not want to be in the mowing business. Please self-mow your lot or hire a contract mower to do it for you. All contract mowers are required to submit a customer list to the Association office. If you are not on their initial list, you may be accidentally billed by the Association, so please contact your mower early. The below listed mowers have registered with the Association office and can usually be reached in the evening. There may be other mowers who advertise in the Lake Viking News.

Contract Mowers Can Save You Money

Eric Critten

Randy Gatton

Mark Hoig

Gary Salmon

Jeff Hoppenthaler

Rick Roberts

Mow Betta Lawn Care

Patriot Lawn & Landscaping

Pain In The Grass, Steven Carlton

Jake Cameron

660-663-9122

660-663-9348

816-726-2644

660-663-9363

660-663-7951

816-558-2825

816-465-0178

573-944-0802

660-322-2988

816-288-1067

Please Keep Control of Your Dogs

Dogs are not allowed off the member’s property and shall be contained by a fenced enclosure or controlled by a leash. Guests’ dogs are included. Violation of this rule may be subject to an Infraction Ticket issued to the property owner.

Building Permit Notice

Emergency Phone Numbers

* DAVIESS COUNTY EMERGENCY 911 Ambulance - Fire - Rescue

* Fire - Lake Viking Fire Dept 911 To Report Fire Only

* Lake Viking Safety Patrol 660-322-9001 ext.1

Building Permits are required, but not limited to the following projects: fences, storage shed, shelters, decks, boat docks, boat houses, room additions, porches and any alteration of the roof line; and any other construction that requires large earth moving equipment, concrete trucks and other equipment that requires multiple axle trailers. Failure to comply with building regulations could result in a minimum fine of $500 and loss of lake privileges. Any construction not in compliance with these regulations could result in forced relocation of the structure.

Watch When and Where You Burn!

Anytime you are burning brush, etc., on your lot, make certain you are burning on your lot and not someone else’s property. Unattended burning is prohibited and burning is not allowed when winds are in excess of 15 mph and shall be subject to an Infraction Ticket and fine.

Member Reminders

• Helmets are required to be worn when operating a motorcycle within the Lake Viking Subdivision.

• Goose population control is hard to manage... The first step in this process is DO NOT FEED THE GEESE!

* Sheriff, Daviess Co. 660-663-2031

Sheriff Larry Adams or 660-663-2149

* Highway Patrol (Emergencies) 1-800-525-5555

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Important Phone Numbers

* Association Office 660-322-9001 ext. 4

* Public Water Supply District #3 of Daviess County (Water Plant) 660-663-2771

Gary King (Emergency after hours) 660-334-0243

* Farmers Electric Co-op., Inc.

During business hours 1-800-279-0496

After Hours

Affordable Disposal LLC 816-238-8933

* Windstream Telephone Company Customer Service (Residential) 1-800-347-1991

Repair Service 1-800-782-6206

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For Sale

Lot 2130 For Sale.

$5,000. Excellent location for a new home. For information contact:

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Brand new Minkota Power Drive Trolling Motor 12 volt 42 lb 54” shaft Foot control includes brand new battery. Never used. Please call 816-2627312

Anticipate what is about to happen around you. The boat you are following is about to lose the kid on their tube.

Perhaps you should not be following so closely.

Maybe it is time to choose a different path.

Give them some room.

Learn about the lake. Where are the shallow spots? Not only do you need to avoid them to protect your boat, but you need to give other boaters room to do the same.

Don’t put the squeeze on another boater and box them into a tough spot. Their response might be a waive with their fist, or a finger.

Go with the flow. We have a “directional lake”. It can save lives. It may be yours, your child’s, or your grandchild’s.

Put your head on a swivel. Enlist guidance assistance from your co-captain.

On busy days boats and jet skis seem to come from all directions and speeds. If you don’t see the boat/ jet coming around, you might cut him off, OR WORSE.

Delinquent Accounts

Per the March annual meeting, a 4% late fee will be assessed on all unpaid dues, assessments, or infractions effective 5/24/23 and will continue for the next three months on any unpaid balances.

Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday, and 8 a.m. to Noon on Saturday for payments to be processed. Card payments can be accepted over the phone with a 5% processing fee.

Minutes: Finance Committee May 2023

Call to order Thursday May 18 @ 5:05 PM by Chair Paula Hepinstall via ZOOM

Members Present: Paula Hepinstall, Board Contact Terry Nibarger, Kevin Euston, Flint Hibler, Donna Archibald, Tony Conforti, Steve Danner, Michelle Sullivan, Lake Manager Jeff Ferguson, and Troy Lesan.

Agenda Discussion:

Obituary

Jo Mason Goetz

1957-2023

Jo Mason Goetz, 65, Gallatin, MO (formerly of Richardson, TX) passed away Thursday, April 6, 2023, at her home, surrounded by loved ones.

April 2023 Financial Documents

No questions on P&L line items. Paula explained that line-item 1625 – Land Improvements on the Balance Sheet is comprised of Expenditures over $5,000 and will be depreciated rather than expensed.

Morgan Stanley Investment Account Terry Nibarger reported net income up $6,274 for month.

Five Year Plan 2018-2022 Reviewed and agreed on looking at similar plan going forward to continue to build deferred maintenance accrual that resulted in $50,000 - $60,000 per year.

Bad debt write-off Collection procedures continue to be reviewed. Consensus was that delinquent accounts will be sent to collection agency after 12 months and that any collections aged over 10 years be written off to be consistent with state statutes on collections.

ERC Update Paula did extensive investigation on VVA eligibility for additional Employee Retention credits from final COVID stimulus fund distributions. Lake Viking did not meet the revenue shortfall requirement.

Sale of VVA owned lots: Lake Manager reports sale of 4 lots @ $18,660 already exceeds budget income projection.

VVA Sale of Lot 717: Contingent on membership approval, this waterfront lot will be offered by accepting sealed bids from membership starting at $275,000. Anticipated expenses on prepping the lot will be $5,500 with additional anticipated tax liability for capital gains after sale. Stated reason for sale of this lot is to finance amenities to membership. Per request from board, these are recommended in following order of priority:

1. Playground equipment with rubberized mat @ Beach #1

2. Rebuild & repair beach shelter houses.

3. Pickleball Courts

4. Exercise equipment in basement of clubhouse.

5. Snack bar in basement of clubhouse

6. Dog Park

7. Jetty with dock for 11 boats in Beach One/Restaurant area. Other recommendation is for a $5,000 threshold for line-item expense before items become capital expenditure.

Additional Unbudgeted Expenses: $6,500 for water hydrant on Goose Court. $10,000 - $15,000 in seed money for Annual Gala fundraiser with suggested date at end of summer.

Change of Annual Meeting date: If passed will result in a budgeting process beginning in July. Changes in billing process of Annual dues and assessments are recommended as follows: Due date for 2024 remains the same with 2025 and years following featuring a process for semi-annual payment of dues and assessments with first installment due on January 31 and second installment due on March 31.

Status of Campground Electrical Upgrade (per special assessment) Phase One completed. Committee agreed to Flint’s recommendation of re-evaluating in July before initiating phase 2. At present, there are 37 CG spots open mostly non-sewer with 12 of these openings in CG #2.

Campground Septic Lake Manager reported that DNR is involved in designing an irrigated system.

Clubhouse Septic Lake Manager reports an additional $15,000 in projected cost due to perk test results. More dirt will have to be brought in to achieve compliance.

Exploratory Restaurant Committee Now that expense projections have come in from Restaurant Committee at over $1,000,000, Finance Committee would like more details on expected income & ROI from this proposed expense to membership. Restaurant Committee is asked to produce Profit & Loss projections. Feasibility of restaurant facility in clubhouse basement was again mentioned by several members.

“S” Lot 131 Remains unsold. There is a prospective buyer. Recommend leaving lot @ current asking price & evaluating next month. Beach renovation from S Lot sale: Selby Construction completed berms at beach 1 and Beach 2. Beach 2-bathroom completed. Playground equipment installed at Beach 2 – ready for Memorial Day.

Other/New Business Steve Danner suggested possible advantages in working with USDA. Jeff has already started this. More next month.

With no further business, meeting adjourned at 7:08

She was born on December 28, 1957, in Pattonsburg, Missouri the daughter of Kenneth and Mary Elizabeth (Klindt) Mason. They preceded her in death.

Jo is survived by her husband, Mel Neibling, of the home; her two daughters, Kelly Goetz, St. Joseph, MO and Debra Habhegger and her husband, Jason, Galla-

tin, MO; grandchildren, Nicholas, Elizabeth, Joshua, and Jasmine; sister, Janet Mason, Pattonsburg, MO; brothers, Kenneth Mason, Jr. and his wife, Phyllis and Randall Mason all of Pattonsburg, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the Jo Mason Goetz Memorial Fund in care of Roberson Funeral Home, P.O. box 152, Pattonsburg, MO 64670. Online condolences may be left at www. robersonfuneralhome.com

Fishing Guideline Reminders

Conservation Agent Jaycob O’Hara from the Missouri Department of Conservation recently spoke at a board meeting. Key take aways from his discussion follow:

• Lake Viking is Classified as “Waters of the State”

• Anyone fishing on “Waters of the State” is required to have a fishing permit except:

- Anyone 15 years of age or younger

- Missouri Residents 65 years of age or older

• Nonresidents must purchase Nonresident Fishing Permits

- Nonresidents defined as – anyone who claims resident privileges in another state

• Fishing Permits and a Form of Identification must be on your person while fishing (Drivers Licenses, Official Domical, Voter or vehicle registration)

• Statewide Daily and Length limits apply

- Can be found online or in the Fishing Pamphlet

• Permits may be bought

-Online (mdc.mo.gov)

-Phone apps (Mo Hunting/Mo Fishing)

-Retail Establishments (Walmart, Wall Street Gas Station, Like Viking Marina)

If you have any questions, feel free to call/text Conservation Agent Jaycob O’Hara at (660) 6052893 or email at Jaycob.O’Hara@mdc.mo.gov.

Lake Committee Activity: May 16, 2023

During the past month Lake Committee members have met on several occasions for work sessions inspecting properties. On April 23 members Walton, Odette, Leeper, Lesan & Board Contact Gronniger finished roadside inspections started last month by Bo Steed. At the request of Lake Manager, Committee met on May 8 and May 10 to do a Community Area check at both roadside and shoreline. Signs were inventoried for damaged and missing signs and other appurtenances such as small docks and picnic tables were also listed. During this inspection it was also noted that several road signs were missing as well as signage on all 3 association beaches.

With roadside inspections completed, several non-compliance letters were forwarded to safety to be issued through Condo Control. Lake Committee is also coordinating on letters that went out earlier in the year from Safety on missing address and lot numbers. Association members are reminded of the June 3 deadline on those letters in regard to getting numbers posted.

In upcoming weeks, Lake Committee Members will be making shoreline inspections of properties. Association Members should be reminded that items most often noted in these inspections are shoreline areas needing more rip-rap, non-compliant silt fences at construction sites and lot numbers visible at docks

Troy Lesan Lake Committee Chair

Using “Condo Control” App to Get Your Watercraft Stickered

Did You Know?

Lake Viking has a new online communication app for all of our members? Condo Controls

What we need from you (if you’re not launched in Condo).

1.) Primary Lot Number

2.) Name

3.) Phone number

4.) Email address

If you have mot received a Condo invite via email please contact the office via email to provide / confirm the above info, an email invite will be sent from Lake Viking Condo Controls. In the email you will be given an invite code and a link to set up your information. Once you have launched your Condo Controls account, you will have access to communications with Lake Viking Safety, building Permit requests Office communications reservations for amenities etc.

You will find this is Lake Vikings “one stop shop” for your needs coming into the 2023 season. More info on the way!

Condo Controls Service Request

(2023 Boat sticker)

Complete the Condo control invite before you will have access to unlimited features in Condo.

Once you are launched go to your Home page and find Service Requests to the left of your screen.

Select the type of Service request (Watercraft on Lake Viking)

Complete the unique fields (all are required)

Upload your watercraft title (proof of registration/ownership) bill of sale is not accepted. Each watercraft will need a separate Service request.

Once you have completed each service request submit the request and Safety will contact you to schedule a date,time and location to sticker your boat.

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS: Member dues MUST be paid prior to Safety stickering

911 Addresses and Lot Numbers to be displayed

a) All dwelling owners (houses, mobile homes and dwellings of a similar construction) will have their lot number prominently displayed so that it is clearly visible from the roadway.

b) Lettering and numbering needs to be at least 3 inches high and sign colors need to be contrasting colors so the sign is easily read.

c) Owners having multiple adjoining lots may include on the sign at the principle residence.

d) Lots with structures (shelters, sheds, boat or swimming docks, decks, etc.) will have their lot number(s) prominently displayed so that it is clearly visible from the water (on lake front lots) and from the road way.

e) As of August 1, 2014, all docks must have their lot numbers displayed on the lower right side of the dock, facing the water. All lake front dwellings will have lot numbers clearly visible from the water.

This rule is in place for your safety in case of an emergency! Safety, Fire Department, First Responders and Ambulance personnel need to be able to see your address and lot numbers to respond!

any watercrafts, lot number MUST be on each watercraft in 3” numbers color contrasting

above the water line. ALL watercrafts MUST be titled to the member, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Garages Shops Storage

Garage, shops, and storage buildings available in wood frame

Fire Department

Tony Gronniger Lot 2281 reported: The Fire Department continues to meet monthly. Our inspection is in July 2023. This rating is important as it impacts our insurance rates. Bridgeman’s Wrecker service in Altamont, MO is holding a 50-year celebration of their business. The VVA Fire Department has been invited to this event.

Campground Committee

George Eshnaur reported: The committee met May 7, 2023. George Eshnaur reported there are 35 vacant camping spaces still available. The phase one electrical repair has been completed in Campground 1. Phase two is currently on hold. George Eshnaur reported handbook changes related to the campgrounds will be presented in the future. A question was asked about the status of the sewer repair for Campground 1. Jeff Ferguson reported on steps to be taken to complete compliance requirements.

Lake Committee

Tony Gronniger Lot 2281 reported: Roadside inspections have been completed. Community areas have also been checked. The committee noted there are some road signs missing as well as signs on the beaches. Tony reported that June 3, 2023 is the deadline for earlier letters from Safety Dept. to have both the lot number and address posted on improved properties. The committee will begin lakeside inspections in the near future. Fifteen (15) infractions have been issued and will be heard at the June 2023 Infraction Committee meeting. 350 watercraft have been stickered.

Infraction Committee

Jeremy Lillig Lot 3041 reported. Jeremy stated there was no report from the committee.

Dredge Committee

Doug Winter reported: Beach 1 & 2 Berms are looking great. Dredging began 5/12/2023. They are encountering rocks, etc. as is to be expected. The company is keeping the project on track. This work is being done on an hourly contract and it is important to not bother the workers as it will delay the project and increase costs. Dredge America is working 12 hour shifts seven days a week. This will include holidays. The project will take approximately 60 days to complete. Dredge America asks from VVA Members: 1. Please stay away from the dredge and the pipe. No Boating, Paddle Boating, Kayaking, Fishing, etc. in the area. 2. Dredge America will not be moving docks or dredging under docks. The equipment will stay approximately twenty (20) feet away from structures and docks.

Restaurant Committee

Robert Walton Lot 217 reported: Mr. Walton brought the membership up to date on the status of the Restaurant project. Mr. Walton discussed the suggestion of installing a restaurant/snack bar in the lower level of the Clubhouse. He feels there are cons of the restaurant being created in the basement. A survey was sent out to VVA Lot owners to gather member input regarding their interest in a restaurant at the lake and what their preferences are as far as type of food, cost, serving alcoholic beverages etc. Mr. Walton asked that the committee be allowed to send out another survey with more specific questions to determine the level

of support VVA members are willing to give the restaurant if it is built. George Eshnaur indicated several members have stated they would dine at the restaurant, but they do not want to pay for the building of a restaurant.

Tech Committee

Jeff Ferguson, Lake Managing Director reported for Scott Fatheree Lot 3162: Midstates fiber will be working on the installation the week of May 30, 2023 to June 2, 2023. Jeff stated it should take about a year to complete the installation. Fiber will not be run on unimproved lots. Fiber will be run to each home at no cost if this is done during the time the main fiber lines are being installed. You are not obligated to subscribe to the service. Jeff stated that the fiber line will go to the dam and south around the lake. It will not cross the dam.

Managing Directors Report

Jeff Ferguson ( Managing Director) reported:

Condo Control

• now has 1100+ emails for registering and continues to grow daily.

• Payments via Condo will be available in June 2023.

Lake:

• Pool was painted and will be opened May 25, 2023 for the season

• Beach 3 buildings have been painted

• Beach 2 Playground Equipment has been installed

• Wake Buoys will be installed this week. We will need two (2) more buoys

• 165th Street North and South Creeks have been cleaned out and rock has been put on North creek bank

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May 2023 Fire Department Report

The Fire Department continues to meet monthly, and is looking forward to the upcoming ISO evaluation report due in July.

We continue to meet and train monthly, and have added a second training day to help accommodate our maintenance department’s

Just a reminder for all members that the dump is open WednesdaySundays weekly. This is for members only, not for contractors doing work for you. We have also added a couple of Concrete Washout areas here at the lake for concrete trucks to wash out. One is at the Maintenance Dump area and the other one is on the South side at 165th & LVT at South End Containment Pond (known as Temporary Road).

ability to join us.

We are always seeking interested members to join the ranks of our volunteer department. Bridgeman Tow service, in honor of their 65 years of local service is hosting a First Responders appreciation dinner on June 7, 2023.

The Viking Valley Fire Department and First responders have been invited. Please contact Tony Gronniger, 816-810-6027 for further information.

from this lot at Lake Viking!

One of the Prettiest Views on the Lake! This lot is located in the Yacht Club area with wonderful amenities... boat ramp, play area, private beach, and Clubhouse! It has a single well covered boat dock with a swim platform, firepit, electricity, water meter and approximately 139’ shoreline. A new survey has also been done and ready for your future dream home. You also have access to the Marina, Clubhouse w/ pool, and 3 different beaches w/ facilities. Come see the beautiful views of the lake and the stunning sunsets

This home is being sold turn key. You will be able to move in and start enjoying the lake immediately! 4,000 sq ft waterfront home on a great cove. 2-bay covered boat dock has lift & swim deck. Amazing covered shelter by the water and fire pit, perfect for entertaining. Gorgeous living area w/ fireplace & open stairway.

PWSD #3 OPEN MEETING: March 21, 2023

CALL TO ORDER

Kyle Parkhurst, President (2023), called the meeting to order at 4:00pm which was held at the Viking Valley Association Clubhouse to allow extra room for those attending. Members in attendance were Jeffrey Speaker (2025), Harlan Horst (2023), Heather Lund (2024), and Mark Closterman (2024). Also in attendance were Gary King, Superintendent, Diane Hulett, Clerk, and Bartlett&West representatives, Geoff Tavelli and Jim Rinner. Kenny DeWitt with North MO Satellite & Security also joined the meeting at 5pm.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Heather Lund made a motion to approve the minutes of the February 21, 2023 Board Meeting. Jeffrey Speaker seconded All members were in favor; motion carried.

PUBLIC COMMENT

There was no public comment.

OLD BUSINESS

Geoff Tavelli provided the board with the following updates on the water plant upgrade: close out with AWC is complete and warranty information has been supplied to the district for the filter units; the variable frequency drives have a ship date of 3/24 with expected delivery on 3/30; the electrician will be here the week of 4/4 to finish the wiring and D&F Services will be on site once the electrical work is completed; the towers and clear well will be filled to capacity to allow 3-4 days for Ross Construction and JCI Industries to complete installation of the raw water pumps between 4/10-4/13; punch list items left to do include site grading around clear well, seeding and laying straw, repairing leak in WTP roof, and possible repair of leak in road which is still being monitored.

Options for repairing the driveway were discussed. The board requested that Bartlett&West submit a plan by next month to grade and gravel the driveway and areas next to the building which are collecting water from gutter runoff.

Kenny DeWitt with North MO Satellite & Security provided details and answered questions about the security system bid previously submitted. Harlan Horst made a motion and Mark Closterman seconded to install the security system as presented. All members voted in favor; motion carried.

NEW BUSINESS

Financial Report:

The financial reports and bills were reviewed and discussed. Jeffrey Speaker moved to approve the February financial reports as submitted and approve the bills and transfers. Heather Lund seconded. All members voted to approve; motion carried.

Reinvestment of the $40,000 CD that is due to mature at the end of the month was discussed. Mark Closterman made a motion to reinvest the $40,000 in a 13 month CD at 4.25% with Putnam County State Bank, plus invest $100,000 from the General Fund in a 19 month CD at 4.52% with Farmer’s Bank of Northern MO. Jeffrey Speaker seconded. All members were in favor; motion carried.

Closure of the ARPA Grant checking account was discussed since the balance is now at zero after utilizing all the funds for the new Water Treatment Plant project. Harlan Horst made a motion to close the account. Mark Closterman seconded. All members were in favor; motion carried.

DISCUSSION

Superintendent Report:

Gary reported that written approval was received from DNR allowing operation of the new treatment plant until the final inspection is completed. The agency also recently completed a compliance inspection for our NPDES permit. Gary informed the board that D&F Services installed rebuild kits on both chemical feed pumps and noted that the scaffold planks were recently received. Gary also reported that Decker Construction did a valve repair on Pilot Dr on 3/8, and three new meter installations have been completed in March so far. Information on the cost of a 4” Kamstrup master meter to replace the existing outdated mechanical meter was presented. Harlan Horst made a motion to purchase the new meter from Fortiline Waterworks at a cost of $5187.92. Mark Closterman seconded. All members were in favor; motion carried.

Kyle Parkhurst, President, announced the next meeting would be April 25, 2023 at the water plant. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

Harlan Horst

Active Aging Resource Center Menu

June 2023

GALL ATIN

Church of Christ (108 E. Johnson St.) — Charles Ross, E v a n g e l i s t ; L o r d ’ s D a y s e r v i c e s 1 0 a m ; E v e n i n g services 6 p.m. For transportation, call 663-4061 or 6633957.

First Baptist Church (511 W Richardson St.) — Bro. Daniel Pelichowski, Pastor; Bro. Wood Marshall, Youth Pastor Bible Study 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; Worship 10:40 a.m. (nursery provided). Evening Worship at 6 p.m.; Tuesday Bible study 6 p.m., Wednesday Adult Choir 8:05 p.m. For transportation, call church office at 663.663.2331.Office hours: 8 to 11 a.m. weekdays.

Email: fbchurch@windstream.net

United Methodist Church — Marilyn Dorst, Minister; Worship 9:30 a.m., S S following on 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays; Sunday School 9:30 a.m. on 1st and 3rd.

WINSTON

First Baptist Church — Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday & Wednesday services 6:30 p.m.; church ph: 749.5577

Fair view Community Church — Pastor Shadrach Landry; Sunday School 9:45-10:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m.

United Methodist Church — Eugene Keats, Pastor; Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

McFALL

First Christian Church (1501 S. Main St.) — Rev Kyle Taft, pastor; Children’s Pastor Emily Miller Sunday worship at 9 a.m.; Sunday School at 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meetings at 5:30 p.m. followed by Bible Study at 6 p.m.; Men’s Bible Study 5 p.m. Sundays; Youth groups at 5:30 p.m. every second and fourth Sunday during the school year Visit our website: www.gallatinmofcc.org, and also join us on Facebook: Gallatin First Christian Church

Friends in Christ (400 N. Main St.) — Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m. and small groups at 11 a.m. For more information, call Shonna at 660.663.2228

Gallatin First Assembly of God (208 S. Willow St.) — Rev Wayne Smith, Pastor, ph: 660.663.3213. S S 9:45 a.m., Celebrations 10:45 a.m.; Wednesdays 6 p.m.

Lake Viking Church (East Entrance to Lake) — Rev Robert Nelson, Pastor; Sunday School 9 a.m., Worship 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study and prayer service 7 p.m.; Email: lakevikingchurch@gmail.com

Mar y Immaculate Catholic Church (409 S. Main) — Fr Tom Hermes; Saturday Mass 4:30 p m on holiday weekends only; Sunday Mass 10:30 a.m. (all year)

Olive Baptist Church (Route V, east of Gallatin) — David Leeper, Minister; Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m. & 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer service 7 p.m.

Presbyterian Church (201 S. Main St.) — James Norton, Minister; Fellowship 10:30 a.m. and Worship 11 a.m.

Visit: www.firstbaptistgallatinmo.org Seventh-day

Clay St.)

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (211

Ash) — David Marble, Bishop, ph: 660.663.9258. Sunday Sacrament Service 10 a.m.; Wednesday youth activities, 7 p.m.

United Methodist Church (111 S. Market) — Pastor Brad Dush; Sunday School and Worship 11 a.m.; www.galjamesumc.webs.com

Alta Vista Baptist Church (NW of Winston on Hwy 6) — Rev Robert Dean, Pastor; Sunday School 9:30 a.m.; Worship service 10:30 a.m.

COFFEY

Baptist Church — Tim Wilson, Pastor; Sunday School 10:30 a.m.; Worship 11:30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study

JAMESPORT

United Methodist Church (109 E. Main) — Pastor Brad Dush; Worship 9:30, Sunday School 10:35

Baptist Church (708 W Auberr y Gr v) — Rev Jim Whitley, pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship 10:45 a.m. & 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study & prayer meeting 7 p.m.

PATTONSBURG

United Methodist — Christy Clark, Pastor; Worship 10:30 a.m.

Heath United Methodist (2009 Oak St.) — Christy Clark, Pastor; Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m.

Evening Worship & Youth Group 6:30 p.m. Ph: (660) 815-5373

Cameron United Methodist Church (201 N. Pine) — Pastor Dan Brown Kid’s Sunday School (ages 4th

First Baptist Church (202 E. Ford) Senior Pastor Ken Gazaway Sunday School All Ages 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.; Tuesday Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study 6:00 a.m.; Wednesday Awana Clubs 6:30 p.m.; Thursday Impact Youth 6:30 p.m. Ph: (816) 632-7251

ALTAMONT

Resound Fest Returns to Miracle Hills Ranch

Resound Fest 2023 features: Cain, Colton Dixon, Ben Fuller, Katy Nichole & more!

On June 9-10th, Resound Fest will return to Miracle Hills Ranch in Bethany, MO for its 13th year. The FREE Christian music festival promises a weekend full of uplifting music and a message of hope for all who attend.

Music at the festival kicks off on Friday, June 9th, at 3 p.m. and wraps up after the Community Worship Service on Sunday, June 11th at 9 a.m. On-site camping is also available, making Resound Fest the perfect affordable summer vacation for the whole family.

Resound Fest 2023 will feature Cain, Ben Fuller, Colton Dixon, Dan Bremnes, Katy Nichole, Leanna Crawford, Break the Fall, Erskin, and Joe Guerra, as well as Chris Mcquistion, Kerwood & Nextera.

CONDO CONTROL APP

If you have not already received an email with the code or you have not given the office your email, please do so. All members will need to have an email linked to their lot as Condo Control is your account information.

Thank you everyone that has registered, completed service requests for watercraft stickers and added information on kids/ guests.

You can also view invoices and payments in the app. Go to My Account and select Accounting Transactions.

Again, if you have not given the office your email, please do so as soon as possible.

For the full festival lineup, including stage times, visit www.resoundfest.org.

Resound Fest is a family-friendly event with many activities for kids and adults such as swimming pool/waterslide, canoeing/paddle boats, children’s games/activities, volleyball, basketball and more. There is a small charge for some of these activities. Activity passes can be purchased at the festival.

Thanks to support from local churches, businesses and individuals, admission to Resound Fest is completely free of charge. To reserve your camping spot or for more information, visit www.resoundfest.org.

Who Ya Gonna Call?

660-334-0243

Farmers’ Electric Co-op 800-279-0496

After Hours Emergencies 800-927-5334

Trash Service (Affordable Disposal) 816-238-8933

Phone Company (Windstream) 800-501-1754

Cinco de Mayo

For those who don’t yet know, the annual Lake Viking Cinco de Mayo always produces some of the best Mexican food in Northwest Missouri – all brought in by VVA members and coordinated by the Activities Committee. If you don’t believe it, just ask the guy in the sombrero.

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2023 Activities

at Lake Viking

VVA Minutes

Approval Of Financial Statements

Jeremy Lillig made a motion that the Financial Statements for April 2023 be approved as presented. Seconded by Terry Nibarger; motion passed unanimously.

Guest Time

Three guests were on the agenda for this meeting.

• Randy Tague, Battery Waterboards: Randy gave a presentation about the waterboards as the marina will be selling them and he wanted the VVA Board and members to know more about them. He discussed the safety elements, speed of the boards etc. The cost of these Waterboards is between $15K - $20K

• Frank Brasfield, Infraction dispute: Mr. Brasfield appealed the infraction. The board did not approve overturning the infraction or reducing the amount of the infraction charge.

• Vinzent Cooper III, Infractions dispute: Mr. Cooper appealed the two infractions he received for driving and not following a No Weapon allowed rule. The board did not approve overturning or reducing the amount of the infractions charge

Board Discussion

Allan Slavin made a presentation to the following lake members who worked on the Rehab of Beach 2. The members who completed this project were given a gift certificate for their volunteer time and effort. The members recognized were: Jim Miller, Eric Odette, Rex Williams, Don Leeper, and Robert Walton

Planning Your Summertime Activities?

Adjourn

Tony Gronniger moved to adjourn to Executive Session at 3:44 pm to discuss legal, personnel, and Board organizational matters. Allan Slavin seconded and the motion passed by all board members. Meeting was adjourned at 3:44 pm.

Attendance

A sign-in Attendance Sheet is on record at the Office for reference. Let the record show that these minutes are a record of the business transacted at this meeting and are a sampling of the discussions. Comments and discussions are not reflected in whole or as actual quotations in the minutes, nor do they reflect all comments by members.

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SAFETY EVENTS for April/May, 2023

1). Safety Officers conducted Condo training for lot owners at the Club House.

2). Officers continue to assist lot owners in uploading their watercraft into Condo to obtain 2023 stickers.

3). Safety investigated an incident where a contractor changed the footage of a building permit approval, increasing the size of a newly installed dock and private concrete launch pad.

4). Safety assisted the Lake Committee in perfecting its 30-day letters for lot improvements.

5). Safety issued 15 infractions to be heard at the upcoming June 10 infraction hearing.

6). Safety has stickered 350 watercraft, which is comparable to this time last year. This accomplishment is of particular note given there is an entirely new system in place and indicates members are supporting the change in technology.

7). Safety has staked numerous building permits.

8). Safety responded to numerous medical calls.

9). Two Safety officers completed and are licensed as EMT’s.

10). Safety has equipped new UTV with emergency lights and sirens.

11). Safety has implemented infractions, warnings and 30-day letters on Condo Control thusly eliminating postage expense.

Dredge Update

VVA Office Needs Your E-Mail Addresses

We have launched a new software platform called Condo Control that includes a user-friendly online app for your phone. Please make sure the office has your email address to get boat stickers, pay VVA dues, see Activities, info, sign forms, etc. This new feature will provide greatly improved access for membership but VVA needs all member emails to successfully implement.

Please send your e-mail address (with lot number, street address & name) to: LakeVikingCommunity@grundyec.net

This blast from VVA action news reporter Anne Kersaway is one of her regular informative posts on Lake Viking Official Facebook page. At present this workhorse from Dredge America is dredging away through a heavily silted area on the south end.