Lake Carroll News October 2017

Lake Carroll News A publication of the Lake Carroll Association and its Members The Lake Carroll News is online! www.golakecarroll.com News & Events>Newspaper October 2017

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Vol. 45 No. 10

Meet the Candidates ~ 2017

Rick Jensen

Cliff Mortenson

Sue Massey

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Cjmort1@aol.com

bobsuem@outlook.com

The LCWC’s 2017 season began on 9/14.

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Read the candidates’ Questions and Answers on page 12A giving you some insight as to who they are, elsewhere in this issue or online. Also, there is a Meet the Candidates Forum scheduled for October 21st at 10am in the Conference Center. This allows you to meet the candidates in person and to ask them questions.

You must be a member in good standing to be eligible to vote. This includes dues, fees, citations, marina charges, etc. The Annual Meeting packet will be mailed early November and will include the candidate voting materials and instructions.

Meet the Candidates for 2018-202

Veterans receive 1/2-off on 11/11/2017!

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Oct 20, Nov 17, Annual Meeting Dec 3, Tentatively Dec 15 (if needed)

PRELIMINARY PROPOSED 2018 BUDGET You may view the 2018 Proposed Budget documents (as of 9/28/2017) on pages 14A, 15A, and 16A.

2018 BUDGET HEARINGS

Thursday Oct 5th - 7pm Clubhouse Lower Level _________________ Saturday Oct 7th - 9am Conference Center

The Annual Meeting of the Lake Carroll Membership Sunday December 3, 2017 Clubhouse Lower Level 11:30am Regisgration 12:30pm Meeting

Alan Cazzato

David Allgood

Joanie Perez

acazzato@sbcglobal.net

w4anp@yahoo.com

jperez1439@yahoo.com

Saturday, October 21, 2017 @ 10am at the Conference Center

Dollars & Sense

Our budget process continues to move forward. The Board met with the General Manager, the Steering Committee, and the Finance Committee on September 8th to complete a preliminary proposed budget for 2018. By the time you read this, the Board will have made any final tweaks to the proposal and voted to approve presenting the preliminary proposed budget to the Membership for comments. Your input is valuable and will allow us to make any Jeff Howe final adjustments before presenting a LCA Treasurer final proposed budget for your vote at the December Annual Meeting. There will be two budget hearings, on October 5th at 7 PM in the Clubhouse Lower Level and on October 7th at 9 AM in the Clubhouse Lower Level, where you can give your input, or you contact any Board Member at any time.

Based on the work so far on the budget, it appears that there will be a due increase for 2018. This modest dues increase will be an amount very similar to the dues increases in recent years. Furthermore, if the dues do end up at the level in the preliminary proposed budget, currently about $1608, this dues level will be only $12 more than the $1596 level in 2016.

A question that could be asked is: If we just passed a special assessment for the Lake Improvement Project, why do we need a dues increase too? This is a fair question, that I’ll try to answer here.

As I explained in my August column, the goal of Lake Improvement Project was to accelerate the funding of about a decade’s worth of Lake projects into a year or two. Trying to fund that many projects out of the regular dues would have required a hefty dues increase, and would have put quite a strain on funding all the rest of our operations and amenities. So, why a dues increases on top of the special assessment?

The short answer is whether we do these Lake projects or not, the cost of everything else still continues to rise.

The Lake Improvement Project consists almost exclusively with fixes asset projects (with the exception to $10,000 in each of 2018

and 2019 for fish for Zebra Mussel Management). As Members may recall, our budget is made of two parts which need to be handled separately: Operations for handling the day-to-day activities of the Association, and Fixed Assets for handling the long-term capital equipment expenditures. A portion of the dues increase is needed to handle the annual increases in costs for running the operations of the Association.

Regarding the fixed asset portion of the budget, we must maintain a consistent amount of funding for this portion of the budget every year in order to continue to properly equip our amenities. Every year equipment wears out and has to be replaced, or we make changes in order to be more efficient. Sometimes we add new things in order to improve the experience of our Members.

If there are $2.3 million of projects being funded with the L.I.P., what is the effect of that on the annual fixed asset budget? Well, most of the L.I.P. projects are for items that were not targeted for the 2018 budget in the first place, so they have absolutely no effect on the budget. In particular, for example, the new weed harvesting equipment and the Lake dredging account for about 82% of the L.I.P. funding. However, there were 2 project that were targeted for the 2018 budget: the Zier Rd sediment pond and the East Marina feeder stream shoreline stabilization projects, which are about $250,000.

The follow-up question is, then, are there plans to bank this $250,000?

Unfortunately, the answer is not that simple, as it would assume that this money is set aside in the budget earmarked specifically for Lake fixed asset projects and not part of a normal prioritization process.

Instead, every year there is a list of projects requesting funding for the next year. The Steering Committee prioritizes this list to determine what will funded each year and what will have to be deferred to future years. Normally there are more requests that can be funded, so the lowest priority projects get deferred to the future. There is no guarantee that the Lake projects would have been the ones selected to be included in the funded projects list for 2018.

That being said, a portion of the money that might have been spent on Lake projects, approximately $90,000, will be deposited into the Fixed Asset Reserve Fund (FARF), so that it can be used as defined in the By-Laws: to level out the fixed asset budget where the requests CONTINUED ON PAGE 6A

A Reminder from the A&E Department

When you have a contractor perform a service at your Lake Carroll residence who is not registered with Lake Carroll Association’s A&E Department, that is a violation of the LCA A&E Rules & Regulations. A&E requires all contractors working in Lake Carroll to register and provide proof of liability insurance. LCA has a complete list of registered contractors on our website. Simply visit www.golakecarroll.com, rest your cursor over LCA Sponsors and click on “By Category” or “By Name”, whichever way you would like to search or you can pick up a list at the Admin Office.

Many of the providers who advertise in the Lake Carroll News are registered with LCA; however, providers who are not registered may also advertise. If the contractor you are interested in hiring is not on our list, they must register prior to performing work. They can contact the office for details or they can complete the Contractor Registration Form and bring it to the office. The form is available on our website under Resources>Document Library>Forms.

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Notes from the Office

By Missy Clark

WINTER BOAT PARKING The summer season for boat parking ends October 31, 2017. If you plan to leave your boat for the winter season (November 1, 2017 through March 31, 2018), the fee is $115. This fee is due on or before November 1, 2017. Please contact the Front Desk for assignments or questions - 815-493-2552 ext 110.

WINTER CAMPGROUND INFORMATION Effective October 1, 2017, all campground reservations, pump-out requests, and all payments MUST be made at the Association Office (Front Desk 815-493-2552 ext 110 or 120), MonSat, 8am-4:30pm. Members wishing to utilize the storage facilities for the winter (November 1, 2017 through March 31, 2018) (fee is $115) need to contact the Front Desk for assignment.

The summer season officially ends October 31, 2017.

MOWING BILLS & GUIDELINES August 2017 mowing bills were mailed August 30, 2017. Check the ads in the Lake Carroll News if you need a mowing contractor for 2018.

QUARTERLY BILLING & AUGUST MOWING BILLS Bills have been sent for the 4th quarter dues and the August 2017 mowing & other out -standing fees. Payment is due October 31, 2017. If no payment is received, $100.00 late fees will be added on November 1, 2017. All dues and Association fees (mowing, security citations, marina concession invoices, camper & boat storage fees, etc) must be paid in full to be an eligible voter for the upcoming 2018 Annual Meeting Budget & proposed By-Law Amendments and BOD Election. The Annual Meeting mailing will be the first week in November. This will include copies of the proposed 2018 Budget, BOD ballots, and proxy.

Dues & fees must be current to vote. Please read voting instructions carefully.

REGISTRATION & INSURANCE INFORMATION We are still going through all of our files checking and verifying the paperwork that has been submitted. Please supply us with copies of your current boat registrations, umbrella policies & underlying policies for all of your “toys”. Receiving this information prior to 2018 will streamline the January processing of decals!

We hope you all had a great summer at Lake Carroll and hope to see all of you enjoying the fall and winter activities.

GM Report

Mike Schmieder General Manager

I’d like to take a moment to thank the Lake Carroll Community for making your vote count regarding the Lake Improvement Program at the Special Meeting of the Membership in August. Over 1,000 proxies were submitted and the majority favored the Lake Improvement initiative. Since that time an Advisory Committee has been assembled to lend oversight to the project and to create a means to keep the Membership informed as we plan for, and achieve certain phases of the overall plan. The Lake Advisory Committee consists of Lake Committee Chairman, Tom Wienecke; Infrastructure Committee Chairman, Don Marrone; Board President Clarence Grant; Lake Manager, Joe Rush; Facilities Director, Don Aleksy; and me. The Advisory Committee will meet on the first Monday of the month at 4:30pm in the Conference Center and all Members are welcome to

attend.

As we move from summer to fall the attention of many volunteers, the Finance and Steering Committees, the Board, and Management turn their attention to creating the operating and Fixed Asset budget for 2018. This process actually began in early August and will continue until a budget is approved by the Board (to forward to the Membership for their approval at the Annual Meeting on December 3, 2017) at the October Board Meeting, after the Budget Hearings. Throughout the year I hear numerous comments from Members such as, “Why don’t we have more money budgeted for this or that?” Or, “Why are we spending money on this or that?” As well as, “Who made that decision and why?” What many don’t realize is that the spending decisions for 2018 are being made right now and you are invited to participate in the discussions as they are being made. The Budget Hearings will be held on October 5th (7pm at the Clubhouse) and again on October 7th (9am at the Conference Center). The proposed budget will be presented to the Membership and Board at these meetings and your attendance is welcomed and encouraged. Based on your comments and feedback at the budget hearings, the BOD will modify the budget at the October 14th Budget Workshop. At the October Board meeting, the Board will then vote to approve a budget which will be forwarded to the Membership for approval at the Annual Meeting.

This year we face similar challenges to the ones we’ve had over the past ten years, a declining number of Dues-Paying Members. Over the past ten years we have lost an average of approximately twenty (20) Members per year and 2017 was no different. While some of our expenses are incremental, most of them are fixed costs. An example is, it takes “X” amount of dollars to remove 4” of snow from our roads in January. This cost is the same whether we have 1,500 Members, 2,000 Members, or 3,000 dues-paying Members. The same logic can be applied to managing and maintaining the Lake, the Golf Course, the pools, the trails, etc. Whether one person enjoys these amenities or thousands enjoy them, the maintenance costs remain the same.

The loss of twenty (20) dues-paying Members represents the loss of approximately $30,000.00 in assessment income, but our operating costs remain the same. In addition to declining dues income, many of our expenses do increase each year. A common response by many Members to this type of challenge is, “Let’s just cut some expenses.” Another common response is, “Do what we need to do so that we don’t cut any of our services.” Herein lies the challenge. Some wish that the cost to be a Member of Lake Carroll should go down or at least remain level with the previous year and many are not willing to tolerate a cut in services which would result in a diminished product. That said, we have a lot of work to do over the next several weeks and you have an opportunity to let your thoughts be heard starting on October 5, 2017.

Last, I’d like suggest that all members be diligent in verifying information which is posted by some Members on Facebook, the LC Owners E-mail Group, or any other social media platform.

Within the last 30 days, an image was posted and shared which claimed that the LCA was $280,991 over budget thru May 31, 2017. Another post attempted to convince the Membership that our Financial Statements showed a bottom line figure on one page and a different bottom line figure on another. Both claims were false and entirely inaccurate. I encourage everyone to be informed with accurate information and we’re here to help you. If you wish to verify a claim that you’ve heard or read, please contact the office so that we can assist you in finding the information you need so that you can form your own opinions based on factual information.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope to see you at the Budget Hearings on October 5th and 7th or the October 14th Budget Workshop. As always, feel free to call on me if I can be of any help – mschmieder@golakecarroll.com.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE

All articles and letters submitted for publication in the Lake Carroll News MUST BE RECEIVED AT THE ASSOCIATION OFFICE BY THE 18TH OF EACH MONTH.

LAKE CARROLL ASSOCIATION 3-200 Association Dr. Lake Carroll, IL 61046 815-493-2552 Fax: 815-493-2883

OFFICE DIRECTORY

110 Michelle Burton, Front Desk 111 Donna Beyer, Communications Dir. 112 Mike Schmieder, General Manager 113 Lisa Vanderheyden, HR Mgr / Finance 114 Missy Clark, Accounts Receivable 115 Arlene Gries, Administrative Assistant 118 Security (815-493-2599 or 815-275-6122) 119 Joyce Stadel, Finance Assistant 120 Cindy Lamm, Front Desk

DIRECT PHONE NUMBERS

Don Aleksy, Facilities Director Lake Carroll Security Doug Rominski, Building Insp Joe Rush, Lake Manager Deb Stagno, Technology Dir

815-291-2898 815-275-6122 815-821-5296 815-297-5637 815-291-9209

Carroll Co. Sheriff . . . . . 815-244-2635 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Lake Carroll Security . . . 815-493-2552

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Table of Contents

Administration Annual Meeting............................................................. 1A GM Report.................................................................... 3A Office Hours.................................................................. 3A Office Notes.................................................................. 3A Staff Directory.............................................................. 3A Board of Directors BOD Member List........................................................ 6A Budget Hearings............................................................ 1A Meet the Candidates............................................ 1A&12A Minutes 8/25/17............................................................ 8A Minutes LIP Spcl Mtg 8/26/17...................................... 9A Prez Sez......................................................................... 6A Calendars - Events/Committees/Club.............................. 7A Campground Annual Labor Day Bonfire............................................ 1B “Trunk or Treat”.......................................................... 16A Classifieds...................................................................... 16B Clubhouse Dine-In Specials.......................................................... 10A Hours........................................................................... 10A Military Memorabilia Needed..................................... 10A Veterans Day Special.................................................. 10A Clubhouse Events Craft Show.................................................................. 17A Veterans Day............................................................... 10A Communication A&E – Contractors Must be Register........................... 1A GM Report to the Board............................................... 9A Lots to Offer.................................................................11B Standing Committees.................................................... 6A Statement of Ownership-LCN.................................... 16B Financial 2018 Prelim Proposedd Budget.................................. 14A 2018 Prelim Proposed Fixed Asset Budget................. 15A 2018 Prelim Proposed Fee Schedule........................... 16A Budget Hearings............................................................ 1A Dollars & Sense............................................................ 1A Financials August 2017 Balance Sheets........................................................... 5A Income Statements..................................................... 5A Golf Event Schedule.............................................................. 6B Golf Pro......................................................................... 5B Mr & Mrs Champs - Feuchts........................................ 5B Reciprocal Courses....................................................... 6B Sale – End of Season..................................................... 6B Upcoming Event Ads...........................................15B/19B Lake & Natural Resources 2017 Daily Fish Limits................................................. 2B Bass Tourney Results.................................................... 2B Catch of the Day........................................................... 4B Christmas Party............................................................. 2B FC Member Application............................................... 3B Fish Tales...................................................................... 3B Lake & Natural Resources – L.I.P................................ 8B Wildlife Banquet......................................................... 17B Lake Improvement Project (L.I.P.)............................ 3A/8B Lanark Pie on the Porch Thanks............................................. 12B Shop Hop.................................................................... 13B Twice-Sold Tales......................................................... 13B Letter to the Editor – B Allgood.................................... 19A Obituary/Eulogy - Patricia Suerth.................................. 17A Photo Club Photo of the Month – Marve Feucht (24-136)............ 17A Recipe Corner Salami Roll-Ups – Trailside................... 12B Recreation Pool Hours (See RecDirect).......................................... 7B RecDirect...................................................................... 7B Recreation Classes Exercise Class (varies).................................................. 7B Yoga.............................................................................. 7B TOPS............................................................................. 7B Recreation Upcoming Events Halloween Party.......................................................... 20A Polar Express/Little Elves............................................. 8B Safety & Security/EMS Fine Assessments.......................................................... 4A Medication Drop Box................................................. 15B Neighborhood Watch.................................................... 4A Residential House Checks........................................... 16B Safety First.................................................................... 5A Security Notes............................................................... 4A Trail Talk........................................................................ 10B ATV Night Ride.......................................................... 10B Pack the Pantry........................................................... 10B Women’s Club................................................................ 18A Blanket Project............................................................ 18A Member Form............................................................. 18A Yacht Club Casino Night................................................. 9B Member Form............................................................... 9B

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR POLICY The Lake Carroll News welcomes Letters to the Editor. Letters must be received at the Association office by the 18th of each month unless otherwise specified due to altered deadlines and adhere to the following guidelines: 1. Writers must be LCA members in good standing, reflect their viewpoint, focus on the issues and/or must be of interest to the majority of Lake Carroll members.

2. Letters should not contain personal attacks against any individual(s) or businesses and may not express personal grievances or conflicts.

3. Letters containing libelous material or statements, derogatory remarks or obscenities will not be published or are subject to editing after consultation between submitter and editor.

4. Constructive criticism is acceptable; suggestions on alternative solutions to the concerns are appreciated.

5. Letters are limited to 400 words or less.

6. All letters must bear a signature and LCA section and lot numbers.

7. The Editor, General Manager, and LCA BOD reserve the right to review to accept or deny publication of any Letter to the Editor and to offer a rebuttal within the same issue.

8. The Editor will provide an explanation in writing to those submitters whose letter is not published.

EDITORIAL & PHOTO GUIDELINES It is each organizations responsibility to publicize and cover their events for the Lake Carroll News. If you need assistance, please contact the office.

Any written articles, committee or club ads, or photos submitted for publication in the Lake Carroll News must be received at the Association office by the 18th of each month unless otherwise specified due to altered deadlines and adhere to the following guidelines: 1. Be of interest and benefit to Lake Carroll Members.

2. Purposes for articles published are to inform and educate.

3. Articles containing libelous material or statements, derogatory remarks, obscenities or anything deemed inappropriate will not be published or are subject to editing after consultation between submitter and editor.

4. Hard copy photos will be scanned and available for pick up one week following publication.

5. Special announcements (ie: wedding/anniversary/births/graduation, etc) may submit a single photo (published size to be determined by staff) and text of 100 words or less.

Submissions: An electronic file is the preferred method of submission. Files may be submittedvia email or provided on disk. Photos may also be submitted via email. Please make electronic submissions to editor@golakecarroll.com. The Editor will send a “received” confirmation email.

The Editor, General Manager, and LCA BOD reserve the right to review to accept or deny publication of any submission for publication in the Lake Carroll News. Items submitted that are not in compliance to these guidelines will not be guaranteed publication.

Any questions please contact the Editor at 815-493-2552, ext. 111. Editorial Policy adopted 2/22/05.

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Lake Carroll Security/EMS Corner Available 24/7 at 815-493-2599 or 815-275-6122

Security Notes

Security Stats for August 2017

House Checks- 3167 Ambulance Calls- 3 Amenity Checks- 1150 Verbal Warnings- 43 Service Calls- 300 Vehicles Checked- 2086 Complaints- 16 Boats Assisted- 21 Deliveries- 54 ATV’s Checked- 212 Luke Fossett Assist Motorists- 9 Fishing License Checked- 63 Security Supervisor Alarms- 1 Creel Limits Checked- 63 I hope you and your family had a safe summer season. Labor Day Weekend went well from a security standpoint. The weather was a little chilly Saturday but Sunday was beautiful. The lake was slow due to the blue green algae but Sunday many people still chose to enjoy the lake the trail system was very busy throughout the weekend. The security department had 6 complaints filed. There was a minor traffic accident reported at the west marina. There were two ATV accidents reported to security. During Labor Day weekend the security department issued 3 citations and 35 verbal and written warnings, checked 913 vehicles at the gate, marinas and pool, checked 172 ATV’s.

The deer harvesting program has begun at Lake Carroll on October 1st. Please be aware folks will be out in the woods and you may see more vehicles parked alongside of the roads.

If you are utilizing the trail system at this time, please be courteous to the hunters while they are in the woods. The harassment of any hunter is a violation of state law and will be enforced at Lake Carroll.

This brings me to another topic. I know the deer are enjoyable to look at but it is illegal in the state of Illinois to use bait to attract deer. ** It is unlawful to make available food, salt, mineral blocks or other products for ingestion by wild deer or other wildlife in areas where wild deer are present.

Page 11, of the Illinois hunting rules and regulations.

You will be prosecuted by the State of Illinois if you are found to be baiting deer at Lake Carroll.

Soon the air will begin to cool down and great sleeping weather will return to Lake Carroll.

This brings me to my next point as the weather cools off and people spend more time with their windows open, please be cognizant of your neighbors. It is amazing how far sound can travel at night here at Lake Carroll, especially down by the lake. A normal conversation can seem loud; let alone music or a party. Eleven is a good time to move in doors or turn the music down. Please inform your children there are Rules and Regulations at Lake Carroll pertaining to disturbing the peace.

Fall is right around the corner. As the nights cool off many of you will be leaving for warmer destinations. It is time to consider utilizing the low temperature light program the Security Department offers. Several homes experienced major water damage at Lake Carroll last year during the harsh winter. The homeowner places a light in a window with a colored bulb.

The light is plugged into a low temperature switch. When the temperature in the residence falls below a preset temperature the light is activated and will be viewed by Security. Then Security will contact you or other contacts you have provided. See more information about this program elsewhere in this issue, on our website, or contact me if you have any questions.

I have seen the devastation water can do to homes here at the lake because of a broken water pipes, something to consider.

As most of you are aware the LCA Board of Directors approved a trial period for ATV / UTV and Golf Cart usage of the Lake Carroll roadways. Please be aware of your surroundings as usage of the roadways has increased. And please inform your guests of the increased roadway traffic. Please familiarize yourself with the Rules and Regulations for the trial period.

I would like to wish all the property owners and their guests a safe and enjoyable fall season and DON’T’ FORGET YIELD TO YELLOW!!!

If you have any questions, complaints or compliments please feel free to contact me at (815) 493-2552 ext.118 or e-mail me at lfossett@golakecarroll.com.

If the Security Department can be of any assistance to you, we may be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (815) 493-2599 / (815) 275-6122.

DID YOU KNOW: Littering is illegal at Lake Carroll and yes a cigarette butt is litter?

No person shall dispose of any waste material, garbage or paper refuse upon the ground or waters of Lake Carroll, said litter must be placed in proper garbage receptacles or otherwise removed from Lake Carroll. Stated in the Lake Carroll Governing Documents Title V. Rules and Regulations, Chapter 50.06 (E).

DID YOU KNOW: ATV’s are prohibited from crossing or riding on private lots? Private lots can only be ridden on if the ATV owner owns the lot or they have written permission from the lot owner. This information is located in the Lake Carroll Governing Documents Title V. Rules and Regulations, Chapter 53.02 (B)(5).

DID YOU KNOW: It is illegal to let your dog or cat roam freely at Lake Carroll? Please be courteous with you neighbors. Even if they are not at their Lake Carroll residence your pets should not be making a mess on their property. Please review the rules regarding pets in the Lake Carroll Governing Documents Title V. Rules and Regulations, Chapter 50.06 (H).

DID YOU KNOW: All garbage receptacles must be returned to residence within 24 hours of garbage pickup? All garbage must be placed in a proper receptacle to avoid the garbage being distributed throughout the area by local wildlife. Moring Disposal offers receptacles and residential garbage service that will return your receptacles to your property. This information is located in the Lake Carroll Governing Documents Title V. Rules and Regulations, Chapter 50.06 (F)(2).

Neighborhood Watch

By Mike Siciliano, NW Coordinator

Neighborhood Watch

By Mike Siciliano, NW Coordinator LARGEST IDENTITY SECURITY BREACH IN HISTORY - EQUIFAX We just got through helping out Security with our Annual Garage Sales. Although I believe our totals may have been lower than last years, we still had over 600 vehicles visiting for the sales and over 900 passengers very excited go treasure hunting. We had a great turn out.

By now everyone should have heard of the largest identity security breach in history.

Equifax was breached early in May and just revealed it in September that 143 million of Americans may have been affected. That’s nearly everyone that has a credit history may have been affected. When you call or visit the Equifax number or site you are directed to put in your information to see if your identity has been affected. Then you will receive a response if your identity may have been breached. Really they can’t tell you yes for sure because they don’t know the extent of the issue. It may take months/years. No one knows. One thing I recommend is don’t just sit there and expect this to blow over. There are many articles of advice on the web that offer your options from freezing your credit on the three major credit monitoring companies (including Equifax) to signing up for a comprehensive monitoring service such as Lifelock. Hear this, I am not recommending signing up for anything. I just want you to know there are options for you to learn about. You may have heard that Equifax is offering a one year free credit monitoring service to anyone that applies, regardless if their credit was compromised or not.

My advice at this time would be to ask a professional that you trust what they think would be most beneficial for your assets and credit. This can be done through your local banks or your financial advisor. Just do something to educate yourself.

Regarding putting a freeze on your credit…be aware that a comprehensive monitoring service should provide a daily analysis of a retiree’s financial accounts (i.e. checking, savings, investment, retirement), credit cards, as well as credit report data for erratic transactions, including the opening of new, possibly unauthorized accounts and signs of identity theft on the dark web. For seniors, fraud alerts should cover issues related to aging, including erratic activity like skipped checks, missing deposits such as pension checks, repeat charges, or unusual investment products.

If a person signs up for this kind of monitoring, across accounts and credit report data, it should happen before a consumer applies for a freeze. Why so? “Because a freeze first will likely mean that the credit bureau will not permit the fraud monitoring service to do what it was meant to do” GUARD YOUR MEDICARE CARD NUMBER! Retirees who are enrolled in Medicare should also remember that it won’t be until 2018 that Medicare will start replacing Social Security numbers as the identifying number on Medicare cards. Retirees enrolled in Medicare should guard the privacy of their Medicare cards as much as possible. Because the Medicare number is the same number as your Social Security number, retires who are enrolled in Medicare should be mindful of someone attempting to access the retiree’s Medicare benefits.”

As we are now learning, nobody is really safe. Let’s talk to our friends and neighbors.

Maybe we can stop someone from getting ripped off.

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Lake Carroll Association Corporate Operating Income Statement Actual vs Budget For the Month Ending August 31, 2017 August Actual 373,622 120,321 58,675 54,482

August Budget 374,389 140,612 71,700 61,151

August Budget Variance (767) (20,291) 13,025 (6,669)

489,750

504,452

(14,702)

INCOME Assessment Income Sales Cost of Sales Other Income

YTD Actual 2,541,326 669,812 305,846 878,104

YTD Budget 2,584,561 714,915 339,042 798,209

Budget Variance (43,235) (45,103) 33,196 (79,895)

YTD Last Year 2,646,891 701,273 319,184 778,998

Last Year Variance (105,565) (31,461) 13,338 99,106

TOTAL INCOME

3,783,396

3,758,643

24,753

3,807,978

(24,582)

EXPENSES 249,735 25,162 31,177 34,936 16,041 6,068 8,189 35,497 30,337

232,170 21,273 22,493 27,894 15,235 5,454 3,966 37,589 26,667

(17,565) (3,889) (8,684) (7,042) (806) (614) (4,223) 2,092 (3,670)

Personnel Professional Services Supplies Vehicle & Equipment Operations Buildings & Grounds Advertising, Meetings & Dues Miscellaneous Utilities, Taxes & Insurance Transfers & Contributions Etc.

1,573,552 185,270 188,487 321,631 84,934 54,103 55,738 271,375 1,072,431

1,627,373 143,941 171,608 217,348 84,436 48,881 38,781 313,092 1,039,783

53,821 (41,329) (16,879) (104,283) (498) (5,222) (16,957) 41,717 (32,648)

1,490,141 146,382 173,725 260,156 69,474 57,070 49,400 270,602 1,286,558

(83,411) (38,888) (14,762) (61,475) (15,460) 2,967 (6,338) (773) 214,127

437,142

392,741

(44,401)

Total Expenses

3,807,521

3,685,243

(122,278)

3,803,508

(4,013)

52,608

111,711

(59,103)

Net Income or Loss

(24,125)

73,400

(97,525)

4,470

(28,595)

Transfers & Contributions includes $30,026 of Nicor Savings and Fees

Safety First

Lake Carroll Association Combined Balance Sheet As of August 31, 2017

By Matt Ripplinger, a member of the Safety and Security Committee CAUTION…DEER CROSSING..

Fall is in the air, so please be aware that it’s DEER MATING SEASON. October through December are the three worst months of the year for deer running into cars. Do you know Illinois is the state with the third highest rate for car versus deer accidents? Wisconsin and Michigan are also full of deer. Evening time, 6 PM to 9 PM, are the most likely collision times. Deer usually travel and herds, so if you see one, more will be close behind. Most body shops in Carroll County report 50 vehicles yearly are repaired at their shops because of deer hits. Also, deer cannot see very well, but they can hear very well. Your chances of hitting a deer in Illinois are one and 275. Also, don’t rely on deer whistles on your vehicle, as they have been proven to be ineffective. Watch out and slow down, especially on our Lake Carroll roadways where we know many deer exist. Also watch it on the trails.

TRAILS… Fall is also a great time to spend on our trail system. It is usually open until it snows. We encourage you to accompany your guests with you being the leader, not a follower, when you’re going around the trail with guests. The last few ATV accident involved guests. If you must send a guest out on the trail, please make them understand that the trail is two–way, and that they must observe the speed limits. It is not a race track. It is a recreational trail that ATVs are allowed to drive on, along with bicyclists, horses, and walkers. Also, please be aware that some people walk on the trail, or along our roadways, and many times they have earbuds in their ears listening to music. Sometimes they cannot hear an ATV or an automobile coming. It’s best to listen to your music in only one ear at a time while you’re walking along the roadway or trail.

Don’t forget our Severe Weather Warning Sirens are up and running so please heed their alert. Leave the lake or golf course immediately and get to a safe place indoors. Go to your basement. Our sirens do not just indicate tornadoes, they indicate severe weather. Be especially careful of lightning, if you are involved in an outside activity.

CHIMNEYS… Nothing like a warm fire on a chili fall or winter day. Keep in mind, your chimney needs to be cleaned occasionally. How long has it been since yours was done. Fireman tell me that chimney fires are some of the worst fires they have seen and are difficult to put out quickly.

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ASSETS Operating Clubhouse Petty Cash Contractor Escrow Cash on Hand Health Care Reimbursement Fund Fixed Asset Checking Account Debt Repayment Fund Total Cash Fixed Asset Reserve Fund Investments in Lots Accounts Receivable Inventory Prepaid Expenses Property Plant & Equipment

$1,795,643 $459,111 $212,916 $443,657 $47,870 $436,084 $8,179,560

TOTAL ASSETS LIABILITIES Current Liabilities Accrued Expenses Deferred Revenue Nicor Loan Due to FARF for Nicor Loan Due from Nicor Deposits Total Nicor Loan Payable TOTAL LIABILITIES EQUITY TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

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$849,169 $21,960 $551 $28,768 $10,038 $33,764 $802,477 $48,916

$11,574,841

$189,479 $136,900 $1,063,605 $0 $322,923 $0 $322,923 $1,712,908 $9,861,934 $11,574,841

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LCA STANDING COMMITTEES

A&E Committee By-Laws Committee Campground Committee Clubhouse Committee Finance Committee Golf Committee Infrastructure Committee Lake Conservation Committee Marketing Committee Safety Committee Recreation Committee Steering Committee Wildlife Mgmnt Committee

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Lake Carroll Term of Office follows name # = Number of consecutive terms Clarence Grant, President 2016-2018 #1 19-64 Edgewood Ct Lake Carroll, IL 61046 815-493-8177 cgrant1@frontier.com Barb Anderson, VP 2016-2018 #2 31-3 Lake Carroll Blvd Lake Carroll, IL 61046 815-499-5719 barb61046@yahoo.com Jeff Howe (27-27) Treasurer 2015-2017 #3 3N575 Wild Flower Ln West Chicago, IL 60185 630-204-0741 lca-board@howe-family.net Dave Pacione (1-13) Secretary 2017-2019 #1 1219 Meadowbrook Dr Aurora, IL 60504 630-212-9161 dpac1314@yahoo.com

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FIRST FEDERAL GRANT EVER RECEIVED BY LAKE CARROLL As some of you may know, Lake Carroll has received the first ever Federal Grant to do a watershed study of all the area around Lake Carroll. It is a 60% Federal and 40% Lake Carroll Association grant. Lake Carroll’s portion of $49,000 was part of the Lake Improvement Project. The federal government will be putting in $73,500 for a total project cost of $122,500.

The study will be conducted by Olson Ecological Solutions.

Clarence Grant It will look at all the land around Lake Carroll and all the Board President property owners. The Soil and Water Conservation Service will also be involved, especially where farm land is concerned.

They will look at all types of ground. It will be inventoried as to whether it is pasture ground for livestock or row crop ground for agriculture or undisturbed timber ground or developed ground for houses or industry.

The study will identify the areas which allow the most silt and nutrients into our lake. It will also identify the different nutrients coming into our lake. The study will also look at different methods of correcting the inflow into our lake. This is where the adjacent property owners come into play. Getting them involved and agree to make changes is a very important part of the study.

The grant started in May of 2017 and will run until August of 2019.

Once the study is done and remedies determined, then we can apply for an Implementation Grant to help with getting the changes accomplished.

- So the first step is to identify the problem areas feeding Lake Carroll.

- Then determine a method of correction.

- Then in phase II, we hopefully get adjacent land owners to work with us.

The end result will be less silt and nutrients coming into our lake than we have now. I am sure as this project continues there will be many more discussions on this subject.

ON A DIFFERENT SUBJECT ENTIRELY…BOARD ELECTION We have six (6) candidates running for two (2) positions on the Board of Directors this year. The Meet the Candidates session will be held on October 21, 2017, starting at 9 AM in the Conference Center. It will be video recorded and put on the Lake Carroll website.

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In addition, part of the increase being requested for the 2018 budget is to create a regular deposit into the FARF. Currently, $450 of each property transfer fee and the $1750 new construction impact fees are used as income for the fixed asset budget. In 2018, about $20,000 of these fees will instead be an additional deposit into the FARF, growing to about $65,000 a year in 3 years. Dues will be increased slightly to replace this lost fixed asset budget income in order to allow the fee income to be saved in the FARF. This will provide an additional, and regular, source of funds to be saved for future years. The goal is to use the FARF to collect funds for future infrequent, but large, projects in order to minimize future dues increases or special assessments that would otherwise be needed to fund these large projects.

I would like to thank everyone involved in putting this budget. Countless hours by many people have gone into this process, including our Committees, our General Manager and staff, the Board, plus our Members who are never shy about providing us with their input.

As we continue to go through our budgeting process, it is everyone’s contributions that make this a successful effort. It is with everyone’s help that I am able to do my job as the Association’s Treasurer.

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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Lake Carroll Association Board of Directors - August 25, 2017 Convene Board Meeting: Clarence Grant called the Meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. in the Conference Center.

Present and Constituting a Quorum: • President, Clarence Grant • Vice President, Barb Anderson • Treasurer, Jeff Howe • Secretary, David Pacione • Director, Norm Hoffman • Director, Kevin Oscarson • Director, John Grotto Absent: • None Also Present: • General Manager, Michael Schmieder Pledge of Allegiance: • Led by Brenda Allgood Approval of August Agenda: Jeff Howe moved and Barb Anderson seconded to approve the August 25, 2017 Agenda,. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote.

M17.08.01 Clarence Grant asked to remove Motion #6. Kevin Oscarson asked to add XIII d. Discuss mold test for the lodge.

Approval of BOD Regular Meeting Minutes – (06/28/2017): Jeff Howe moved and Kevin Oscarson seconded to approve the Board’s Regular Meeting Minutes of July 28, 2017. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote. M17.08.02 President’s Comments: Clarence Grant asked to keep comments to a minimum.

Audience Questions/Remarks: - Rich Walindukanis (21-34) Commented that the Trails are in bad shape - Mike Sweeney (4-115) Brought pictures of the trails for the Board to see.

- Dave Pacione (1-13) Asked if the rest of the Board would go out together to inspect the trails together.

- Don Marone (21-45)Would like The Infrastructure Committee Included when inspecting the trails - Dave Allgood (15-3) Commented on the Fixed Asset Reserve and how we are going to handel the 10 % withdrawl limit - Steve Mack (28/31) Wanted to be informed when his issue of neighbors tree’s was going to be on the agenda.

Treasurer Report: • Kevin Oscarson moved and Sue Massey seconded to approve the Financial Statements forJuly, 2017 as presented by the Association’s Accounting and Finance Manager and

summarized by the Treasurer. Motion Passed (6/0/1) Anderson- Abstain M17.08.03 General Managers Report: Read as presented.

Committee Minutes With Actions Requested: • Kevin Oscarson Moved and John Grotto seconded to acknowledge receipt of the proposed 2018 A&E Rule changes as presented by the A&E Committee. Motion passed by Unanimous voice vote M17.08.04 • Barb Anderson Moved and Sue Massey seconded to approve the trimming of Oak trees on Section #1 greenway at Property Owner’s expense. Motion passed bu Unanimous voice vote M17.08.05 • Kevin Oscarson Moved and Barb Anderson seconded to accept By-Laws Committee recommendation to not forward to the Membership By-Laws Amendment proposal that limits committee members to two consecutive three year terms followed by a mandatory one year break in service. Motion Passed (5/2/0) Oscarson,Grotto-No M17.08.06 • Jeff Howe Moved and Sue Massey seconded to approve forwarding to the Membership for a vote at the Annual Meeting the By-Laws amendment regarding the Fixed Asset Reserve Fund in By-Laws swction 31.06 (K) (6) to remove the $1,000,000 cap, as recommended by the Finance Committee and reviewed by the By-Laws Committee.Motion Passed (7/0/0) M17.08.07 • Kevin Oscarson Moved and Jeff Howe seconded to approve ,Contingent upon the proper permits acquired,the removal of trees, grading work, planting of grass and replacement of rip-rap to improve drainage on greenway adjacent to #23-217 at Property Owners expense and as recommended by the Lake Committee Motion Passed by Unanimous voice vote M17.08.08 .

Committee Minutes with No actions requested : • Campground (8/12/2017) • Clubhouse (8/3/2017) • Finance (7/7/2017) • Recreation (7/18/2017) • Saftey (8/12/2017) • Sterring (8/5/2017) • Wildlife (7/8/2017) Unfinished Business/General Orders: Jeff Howe Moved and Sue Massey seconded to adopt funding level for Lake Carroll Employees where the Association pays

85% of the health care premium and 75% of the premium for their dependents. Previously Lake Carroll paid 90% for the employee and 80% for dependents Motion Failed (4/2/1) Anderson,Grotto-Yes, Grant Abstain M17.08.09 New Business: Barb Anderson Moved and Kevin Oscarson seconded to authorize the expenditure of $8100.00 for engineering work for the East Marina Feeder Stream. Engineering work to be performed by Fehr-Graham of Freeport, IL. Funds to come from the 2017 Fixed Asset Budget. Motion Passed (7/0/0) M17.08.10 Business Topics for Discussion: • An Oversight Committee should be established should the Lake Improvement project pass comprised of Mike Schmeider, Joe Rush, Don Alesky, Tom Weinecke, and Don Marone •Mike Schmeider discussed the flood damage to Three Tubes. • Discussion regarding review period for proposed rule changes. • Kevin Oscarson asked to get the Lodge Mold tested.

Board of Directors Comments: • None Audience Comments: • Mike Sweeney commented on the water diversion bumps on the trails. They need to be marked or removed to avoid injury • Denny Ganz commented on artificial snow Adjourn to Executive Session: John Grotto moved and Sue Massey seconded to adjourn to executive session to discuss committee appointments and legal matters at 8:30. Motion Passed by Unanimous Voice Vote M17.08.11 Dave Pacione moved and Jeff Howe seconded to return to Open Session at 9:07 P.M. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote.

M17.08.12 John Grotto Moved and Jeff Howe seconded to approve the Board’s Executive Session Meeting Minutes of July 28, 2017 Motion Passed by Unanimous Voice Vote M17.08.13 Further Business: • Jeff Howe Moved and John Grotto seconded to Acknowledge with sorrow, the recent death of Robert Schmidt and to recognize his service to the Recreation Committee. Motion Passed by Unanimous voice voteM17.08.14 • Jeff Howe Moved and Kevin Oscarson seconded to Ackowledge, with sorrow the

recent death of Ian Keith and to recognize his service to the Steering Committee, along with his prior service and contributions to the Board of Directors, Finance Committee and By-Laws Committee Motion Passed by Unanimous Voice Vote M17.08.15 • Kevin Oscarson moved and Dave Pacione seconded to accept, with regret the resignation of Ellis Fitzgerald from the Marketing Committee Motion Passed by Unanimous voice vote.M17.08.16 Jeff Howe moved and Clarence Grant seconded that when this meeting adjourns, it adjourns to meet on 8/26/2017, immediately following the special Meeting of the Membership at the Lower Level of the clubhouse Motion Passed by Unanimous voice vote M17.08.17 Jeff Howe moved and Kevin Oscarson seconded to adjourn the regularly scheduled meeting at 9:10 p.m. Motion Passed by Unanimous Decision M17.08.18 Clarence Grant called the reconvened meeting to order at 12:50 p.m. at the Lower level of the Clubhouse.

Present and constituting a Quorum: • Clarence Grant –President • Jeff Howe –Treasurer • Dave Pacione –Secretary • Kevin Oscarson – Director • John Grotto – Director • Sue Massey – Director Absent: • Barb Anderson -Vice President Kevin Oscarson moved and Jeff Howe seconded to rescind Motion M17.08.10 on 8/25/2017. Motion Passed (6/0/0) M17.08.19 Jeff Howe moved and Sue Massey seconded to authorize the expenditure of $10,700.00 for engineering work associated with the East Marina Feeder Stream Dredging and Shoreline stabilization. Engineering work to be performed by Fehr-Grahmn of Freeport,Il. $8100.00 to come from the 2017 Fixed Asset Budget and $2600.00 to come from the Lake Improvement Project Fund. Motion Passed (6/0/0) M17.08.20 Jeff Howe moved and Sue Massey seconded to adjourn the regulary scheduled meeting at 1:01 p.m. Motion passed by Unanimous vote M17.08.21 These Minutes approved on this 22nd day of September, 2017.

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Minutes of the Special Meeting

of the Membership of Lake Carroll Association August 26, 2017 Convene Special Meeting: Clarence Grant called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Clubhouse.

Present and Constituting a Quorum: • President, Clarence Grant • Treasurer, Jeff Howe • Secretary, Dave Pacione • Director, Sue Massey • Director, Kevin Oscarson • Director, John Grotto Absent: • Vice President, Barb Anderson Also Present: • General Manager, Michael Schmieder Pledge of Allegiance: • Led by Cliff Mortenson Approval of Special Meeting Agenda (8/26/2017): Dave Allgood Moved and Cliff Mortenson seconded to approve the August 26, 2017 Special Meeting Agenda. Motion Passed by Unanimous vote. M17.08.01 Announcement to Establish a Quorum: Dave Pacione announced that as of the beginning of the Meeting, we had 940 proxies in so far and in fact we had established a Quorum.

Audience Comments: None Special Line Items Presentation: Dave Allgood moved and Cliff Mortenson seconded to approve obtaining a $2,300,000 line of credit for Lake Improvement Projects. Funding to be repaid by assessment. Motion Passed (589-Yes/410-No/15-Abstain) M17.08.02 Brenda Allgood moved and Donna Aleksy seconded to adjourn the special meeting of the Lake Carroll Membership at 12:46 p.m. on August 26, 2017 Motion Passed by Unanimous Decision M.17.08.03 These Minutes approved on this 22nd day of September, 2017.

ATTEST: David Pacione, Secretary

General Manager - Monthly Board Report (BOD) - Sept. 22, 2017 Michael Schmieder Following is a synopsis of this month’s activities. I have identified those items that are of importance or that are not necessarily obvious. I have not included the normal day-today activities or those items that are covered by the Treasurer and others. Please also refer to the staff reports that have been provided.

The order is by department/category.

1. Report on directives from the August 25, 2017 BOD Meeting. a. The Board requested and Appointed Members to newly formed Ad-Hoc Committee to oversee the LIP related projects.

The appointed Members of the LIP Advisory Committee are Tom Weineke (Lake Committee Chair), Don Marrone (Infrastructure Committee Chair), Joe Rush (Lake Manager), Don Aleksy (Facilities Director), Michael Schmieder (General Manager) and Clarence Grant who will serve as an ex-officio committee member. The first meeting of the LIP Advisory Committee was held on Thursday, September 7, 2017. Notes from the meeting are attached and will be converted to the regular Committee Minutes Form. The Board may wish to discuss the need and appoint an official Board Liaison to this newly formed committee. b. As discussed at the 8/25/2017 meeting, the Dave Allgood’s rule review recommendation will be discussed at the October Board Workshop. c. At the Board’s request a “slippery when wet” sign has been posted at the entrances of the tennis courts.

2. Administration: a. An updated copy of the Fixed Asset Expenditures – Cash Status has been included in the Board packet under “Treasurers Report”. b. An updated copy of the LIP Expenditures – Cash Status has been included in the Board packet under “Treasurers Report”.

3. Safe Workplace Committee & Cinci-Safe Program: a. The Safe Workplace Committee met on September 6, 2017. Minutes from the meeting are attached to this report.

4. Sales of Lake Carroll Owned Lots: a. No Lake Carroll Lots were sold during the past 30 days however two are scheduled to close during the first week of October.

5. Accounts Receivable & Front Desk: (see attachments) a. See updated 2017 dues status report which is attached.

-DPE’s collected thru 9/18/2017 – 2,090.49 -DPE’s collected thru 9/18/2016 – 2,083.55 -Variance between 2016 & 2017 – 6.94 Ahead of Last Year -DPE’s budgeted for 2017 2,190.00 -DPE’s projected for 2017 2,175.00 b. Twelve (12) resale transactions were entered in the database between 8-19-2017 and 9-13-2017. Six (6) lots with homes were sold, and six (6) vacant lots were sold. c. Through August 8, 2017, 604 Natural Gas Permit Fees have been deposited totaling $151,000.00. d. The Billing Statement for the LIP Assessment has been created and will be mailed during the first week of October. A copy of the billing Statement is attached for your review.

6. Finance & Human Resources: a. Finance: i. Preliminary Financial Statements for August, 2017 are complete and have been sent to the Board electronically. Hard copies will be made available prior to the meeting. The Board will be asked to approve these statements at this month’s meeting. ii. The preliminary proposed 2018 Fixed Asset Budget, Operating Budget and Fee

Schedule were discussed at length at the September 8, 2017 Budget Workshop. Copies of the budgets are included in the packet under New Business “b”. These budgets include the revisions which were agreed upon at the workshop. iii. The Gaming Machines generated $3,668.09 in income for Lake Carroll during the month of August, 2017. The budgeted income for July was $3,000.00. See attached report. iv. We have switched 401K plans from Heartland Financial to Mass Mutual. The assets were transferred on August 1. Letters went out to all employees with balances instructing them how to gain access to their information electronically. Educational and enrollment meetings were held on Monday, September 11, 2017. b. Human Resource: i. Cindy Lemm has been employed at the Front Desk. Cindy is doing great!!

7. Safety & Security: a. As requested by the Board, I am including Luke’s full report.

8. Information Technology: a. No Specific Report 9. Communications: a. Donna Beyer continues to work on communications, updating the Web-Site, creating E-Blasts and in-house printing and development. Donna has completed all submissions for the proposed 2018 Rules & Regulations changes for your review. The proposed rule changes were included in the August Board packet. The Board will be asked to act on these submissions at the October Board Meeting. b. Donna did an excellent job advertising and promoting the Lake Carroll Garage Sale event held on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Maps

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669 cars and approximately 928 people came to Lake Carroll to enjoy the sales.

10. Facilities Management: a. Spraying behind guard rails, along trails and numerous other locations is being completed this week. b. Asplundh has been on our property with several crews during the past week. We have been monitoring them and have notified the regional supervisor as well as the onsite supervisor of several issues. These include coffee cups and water bottles left along our trail; branches piled up along the trail and discarded branches into a creek bed blocking one of our culverts. They have begun to comply.

Don has reminded them we have their certificate of insurance and would file a claim unless they met compliance requests. c. Intren has completed the underground work and the connection work. Don has spoken with their landscape contractor and they will be out later this month. They will not be using the plastic mesh. d. Martin Paving has started the road program today, 9/14/17. Fehr Graham has been here the past few days refreshing the road markings to clarify their responsibilities. e. Working with Martin Paving to take delivery of their estimated 4-6 truckloads of asphalt grindings as well as several truckloads of aggregate material. This will save the Association money on the road program as well as provide materials at no cost for continual trail repairs. f. We have cleared the rear yard at the maintenance building for winter storage of the harvester, conveyor, boats, and road program materials. g. Tim Throop has requested our John Deere with a bat wing for a day to cut areas of the course that are allowed to grow out. This is an annual project. This will be done September 15. h. Working with the Fishing Club to clean up the pond next to their building. Their plan is to use the pond to raise fish and provide ice skating for kids in the winter. We are also working on a date to draw down the spillway for their fish re-capture. i. I have attached Don’s full report for your review.

11. Lake Management/Wildlife: a. The Blue Green algae condition is persisting. We plan to take samples again this week.

Samples will consist of open water areas as well as scum formation areas. b. We have completed aquatic plant treatments for 2017. c. The lake level as of September 20, 2017 was 739’, 9”. 3” below normal pool level. d. Joe has requested follow up for the Zier Rd project permits. The last response is that it is in archeological review now. e. Annual inspections of the dam will occur in November as usual. f. We conducted the first goose hunting harvest for Lake Carroll this September. Our goal was to harvest 20 geese or more during the 15 day season. Due to Labor Day weekend being during the opener of the goose season, we did not start hunting until the 6th, and we did not hunt the weekend of September 8th, 9th, and 10th due to more members being present. We were able to harvest 13 birds in 7 days hunting. There were no conflicts with members, and overwhelming support for use of private lots to conduct shoots. Security received zero calls about the shotgun blast noise pollution or concern for people with shotguns on the property. With 80 to 100 birds estimated at Lake Carroll, we were able to harvest 13% to 16% of the resident birds. We are allowed to hunt again starting October 15th if the board of directors would approve us to continue the hunt. Continuing the hunt in October would allow us to harvest more resident birds as well as deter migrating geese from using Lake Carroll as a refuge. This season was a learning curve for us and we anticipate being able to better develop the program to improve harvest numbers in 2018. Our goal for 2018 would be to increase permission ap-

provals prior to the hunting season as well as begin hazing birds in Mid-August to get them to use the properties we have permission by the time season starts September 1st. We were extremely diligent with safety and awareness of potential member concerns with this harvest. This created times where shot opportunities were missed due to high caution and our attempts to make a successful first season with no complaints by members. g. Winter buoy installation should be completed by September 15, 2017 h. Harvesting operations will continue for another week. i. Beach furniture has been put in storage. j. Spraying of Association rip rap has been completed. (Both Marina’s, Crappie Bay, Hatchery stream, Pell Park, 3 Tubes, etc.) This will continue annually. k. I have attached Joe’s full report for your review.

12. Building Inspection/Architectural & Environmental: a. At the Board’s request, I have attached Doug’s monthly report for your review.

13. Golf Operations (Pro Shop): a. The weather has continued to be perfect for golf, our rounds are up over last year and we look to be on pace to eclipse the last several years rounds. b. The Mr. and Mrs. Club Championship was held in September and Marv and Mitch Feucht are the new Mr. & Mrs. Club Champions. c. The Pheasants Forever Golf Outing had 144 golfers, which is their largest to date. We

Lake Carroll News, October 2017 Page 11A have several outings still to take place in the approximately 30-50 members. upcoming month, but things will start to slow ii. Labor Day weekend went well at the after the start of October.

Aquatic Complex, overall very well attended 14. Golf Maintenance: all weekend. Sunday Sept 3rd we had over a. A drainage ditch on the north side of #8 700 people use the pool over the course of the green was washed out during the heavy rains day. in late July. The Golf Maintenance departc. Ski Hill: ment rebuilt the ditch and refilled it with 6in i. Piping to aerators in the ski hill pond has Rip-Rap. been repaired. b. Aerification of the greens was performed ii. Don has been working with Crescent over the past 10 days followed by top-dress- Electric to determine the equipment needed to ing the greens with sand. This is necessary for replace the electric boxes on the hill. the health of our greens. iii. Don has met several times with Mike c. With the lack of rain putting enough water Reid who previously operated the ski hill. He on the course has become a daily routine. A has been helpful in developing an operational little rain would go a long way towards keeptimeline. ing the course green. iv. Waterlines and hydrants should be test15. Clubhouse Operations: ed in the next few days. a. August and September were busy months v. Don expects proposals for ski hill elecwith events which included the Eastland tric to go be distributed later this month. boosters, the fishing club golf outing, the 17. Campground: Packer Car Club and Pheasants forever. a. Jay Butson of JC-Wifi has been workb. Denise and Mel are currently working ing with Don Aleksy on the installation of a making some menu changes as we head into pole at the Campground to provide wireless the fall and winter. They are also working on service.

The pole is scheduled to be installed the Menu for New Year’s Eve and Valentine’s Friday, 9/22/17.

The service should be actiDay. vated no later than Friday, 9/29/17.

16. Recreation Complex Operations: b. The Infrastructure Committee has worked a. Aquatic Complex: i. The Outdoor Pool was closed for season on and recently completed Bid Spec’s for the annual campground site remodel. These bid on Tuesday, September 5th as scheduled. ii. The Indoor pool remains operating with specs are being utilized by Don Aleksy to secure bids for remodel work scheduled for this no problems to report. fall. b. Recreation: i. Family Fun nights took place on August 18. Equestrian Area(s): a. No specific report 18th and Sept 1st. Both were attended with

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Lake Carroll Association Board of Directors

MEET THE CANDIDATES 2017 – FOR 2018-2020 TERM Questionnaire

1. What is the main reason you decided to run for election to the Lake Carroll Board?

JENSEN: Change - I currently believe there is a lack of trust and faith between the membership and our leadership.

How can we ask our membership for funding to fix our associations problems without having trust and faith?

One of the main reasons I am running for the board is because I am confident that I can be an instrumental part of rebuilding that trust and faith in our community.

This can be done by many ways. We need to increased communication, one idea is by sending additional surveys to the membership before voting on association projects.

Gathering the members opinions before voting on major projects is necessary to ensure we are keeping the community best interest in mind and addressing their concerns.

Any positive changes will not be possible without the members’ support and input.

MORTENSON: I decided to run for the Board at this time because I now have the time to commit to this position. In almost every community that I have lived in I have volunteered my time to hopefully make it a better place to live. I enjoy having the ability to help other people and I look forward to making a positive difference at Lake Carroll.

MASSEY: My 11 years of experience on the Finance Committee and now serving on the Board has given me a good perspective of our community. Being a Lake Carroll member for 17 years and doing due diligence in my committee and Board of Directors service has given me the insight into the issues Lake Carroll faces and the history associated with these issues. Continuing as a member of the Board, I would ensure that the covenants and bylaws are enforced, maintain the grounds and amenities, update our community as needed and market Lake Carroll. I am running again for the Board because I have a passion for our great community and would like to continue my service to help make a positive difference.

CAZZATO: I have been at Lake Carroll for over 10 years. I see the struggle that we as a community are all facing. I believe in people and we as a community need to come together to get Lake Carroll in financial health.

ALLGOOD: I was encouraged by a large cross-section of different property owners because they felt that my forward thinking and determined attitude would be an asset to Lake Carroll.

PEREZ: I am worried that while the board needs new blood and new ideas, but that we also need board members with Lake Carroll committee/BOD experience as I have had to add balance. What I have seen lately is we just keep trying the same old thing or asking a lot of “why haven’t we”. My experience can help guide the board on what we have tried in the past, how we did it and what the outcome was. We need to learn from history and try something new and not keep making the same mistakes. The answer is not to continue to ask the same people for more and more money but to find other ways to fund what LCA so desperately needs.

2. What previous experiences have you had that will make you an asset to the Board?

JENSEN: My responsibilities as a small business owner includes inventory control, cash flow, equipment purchases, employee management and business development.

I also worked for the maintenance department for over 6 years, giving me an excellent opportunity to view the daily functions of the association.

I have served as a secretary on the wildlife committee and also served on the fish replacement committee. While serving on these committees, I was involved with others in making many recommendations of rule changes to our board.

I have attended many committee and board meetings.

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MORTENSON: I recently retired from the fire service and in my capacity on the fire department I needed to manage members of the department in several areas. I was also in the United States Marine Corps and held a position that required me to address several people and their wellbeing. I also spent 12 years as the Chairman of the Plan Commission

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MASSEY: I feel my 11 years on the Finance Committee and now 6 months serving on the Board are my most valuable qualifications. In my current employment I schedule and conduct workshops, gather requirements, and implement plans. I also bring many years of business and project management skills.

CAZZATO: As CFO, there are decisions that you have to make. Some are very difficult, but you have to get people to understand the position you are taking. You have to have a collaborative team atmosphere and challenge each other. In my position, you have to make the tough decisions on a day to day basis. I have to present to my BOD on a quarterly basis the financial statements. I just don’t read the numbers. I have to know where they are coming from, the trends, the budgets, and be able to answer any questions the BOD may have. Also, it is not about the numbers. You have to understand the operations, the people involved and the what if scenarios.

ALLGOOD: Having owned my own business and helping several others run theirs, I have a strong background in working with a variety of personalities to help them achieve their goals.

PEREZ: I have been involved since we purchased our first lot in the 1990’s. I was on the Finance Committee when we developed the first Fixed Asset replacement model and funding plan. I was on the Board for 1.5 terms, was the board Treasurer when we refinanced the pool loan so we could accelerate its payoff and rejoined the finance committee after my board term ended. I am currently the chairperson of the Finance Committee and am on the planning committee of the Trail Club.

3. How have you participated in or followed current events at Lake Carroll to help you promptly take part in making quality decisions if you are elected to the Board?

JENSEN: I had served as a secretary on the wildlife committee and also served on the fish replacement committee. While serving on these committees, I was involved with others in making many recommendations of rule changes to our board.

I have attended committee and board meetings to help keep updated with committee, board and association activities.

I have volunteered my time and resources to many committee functions to help improve my knowledge of the committee responsibilities.

I also worked for the maintenance department for 6 years, giving me an excellent opportunity to view the daily functions of the association.

My personal history at Lake Carroll started as a lot owner with a camper in the campground.

As I grew to love Lake Carroll, my family purchased home and now I am a full-time resident in the community.

MORTENSON: I regularly attend most of the current Board meetings and I have recently participated on the former Lodge Committee and I’m currently the Chairman of the A&E Committee at Lake Carroll. By participating on these committees I feel that it gives me an insight into what our Association members are looking for and some of the key areas we need to address.

MASSEY: Serving on the Finance Committee working to help develop Lake Carroll’s yearly budgets has given me a broad view of the impact of the decisions the Board of Directors must make. As a current BOD member, I also serve as liaison to the Golf committee.

Socially, I enjoy attending the many activities offered at Lake Carroll and interacting with all our members.

CAZZATO: I go to most of the Wildlife meetings, attended the Lodge meetings. I also read all the BOD minutes and the General Managers comments in The Lake Carroll newspaper.

ALLGOOD: Currently serving on the A & E Committee for almost a year. Actively

working on a great number of rule changes to reduce financial impact to and return rights back to the property owners. I also recently joined the Steering Committee.

PEREZ: Being involved on the Finance Committee has me well aware of the financial problems the association faces, what we have tried to do, where we have failed and other options are available. I am also a member of the Trail Club and I plan and organize their Poker Run each year, While I do not boat or fish much, I am also a Yacht Club & Fishing Club member. My husband & I started out at Lake Carroll as campers and still enjoy hearing what our campground family is up to! All of this helps me keep my focus on the community as a whole.

4. In your opinion, what are the biggest issues we face in the coming years?

JENSEN: The lack of trust and faith in our leadership is an issue. How can we ask our membership for funding to fix our associations problems without having faith and trust?

How do we increase our membership? Increasing our membership would increase our cash flow to aid in saving for our long-term needs of our lake, dam golf course etc. One of my ideas to aid in increasing membership would to sell some our low value lots for $1 and in turn the purchaser would have to pay for 2 years of dues up front or if it is a higher value lot get three years dues up front. Retaining our members is very important.

MORTENSON: The Budget is always one of the biggest issues in any organization and how to gain revenue is also at the top of the list. I feel that the current board is going in the right direction to improve our amenities but I would also like to see a plan for maintaining these amenities after they are brought up to standards. In order to do this and not put any more of the burden on the Association members we need to add more members. This can to be done by selling more of the lots that we currently are holding on to. I feel that one of the programs that we need to support is the marketing committee.

MASSEY: A key issue for our Board is to keep our Lake Carroll Mission and Vision statements as our guide to make decisions. The Board is responsible for establishing and maintaining a structure and leadership that supports our community’s Mission and Vision.

With my background and knowledge of our community I can help to provide the necessary leadership needed. I strongly believe that we have a tremendous community and we must work to return harmony throughout Lake Carroll.

CAZZATO: Last year, I wrote in the Lake Carroll News Group that we must take the top 5 issues facing Lake Carroll. Below were the top 5 items I wrote about. The Lake is number one priority. The rest of the items are not in any order. We all have different opinions, but the we as a community need to set the strategic vision and have management focus on the top 5 issues, then assess on monthly basis where we are at.

1.The Lake, 2. The Clubhouse 3. The Golf Course 4. The Roads 5. The aging equipment ALLGOOD: Appropriate funding of our Community and developing a plan that is fiscally responsible for both the short term and long term needs that we are faced with.

PEREZ: I feel the biggest issue LCA faces is balancing the money we have available from a reducing population with an aging infrastructure. We need to market Lake Carroll more to others. It is said that LCA is the best kept secret around. We have to stop being a secret and start showing off to others all the great amenities that we have.

Lake Carroll News, October 2017 Page 13A 5. Are you prepared to commit the time and energy it takes to serve as a Board member and attend monthly meetings?

JENSEN: Yes. Being a full time resident will allow me to be available to attend all meetings. The amount of love and care that I have for Lake Carroll is my motivator to help make improvements within our association.

MORTENSON: I feel that being a full time resident now and having already served my former community in relatively the same capacity, I’m ready to help out and serve our association and it’s members and to not only make the regular meetings but also the liaison assignments assigned to me.

MASSEY: I made that commitment as a weekender attending our Friday night Finance Committee meetings. Now, as a full-time Lake Carroll resident, I can certainly commit to attend the monthly BOD workshops, and my liaison committee meetings.

CAZZATO: Yes! ALLGOOD: Yes, without question! I am actively engaged with the committees I serve on, and already attend all Board meetings and Workshops.

PEREZ: Absolutely. Being a prior board member and a committee member for as long as we have owned a piece of property, I know what it takes and while it’s not easy, I know that it is only through serving that I can make a difference. Also being a homeowner at LCA, it does make serving much easier.

6. What are some of your hobbies?

JENSEN: Fishing, hunting, boating and UTV riding.

MORTENSON: I enjoy water skiing and Scuba diving along with working in the wood shop and building furniture.

MASSEY: Traveling, sports, playing games, reading, gardening, spending time with family CAZZATO: I just took up golfing, so I really am enjoying the Lake Carroll Golf course.

I also like to fish and hunt at Lake Carroll. From a business side, I really enjoy teaching my co-workers. I have done training on Microsoft Excel, financial statement presentation and what to look for in a balance sheet, P&L and cash flow.

ALLGOOD: I enjoy reading about and researching a variety of subjects, spending time with my family (especially my grandchildren). When time permits I enjoy working with my hands, i.e. woodworking, small engines and restoring vehicles of all types.

PEREZ: I enjoy ATVing, swimming, & kayaking. We do not have children, but do have pets and enjoy spending time at the lake with them.

7. How often do you spend time at Lake Carroll and what do you especially enjoy while being here?

JENSEN: I am full time resident and enjoy fishing, boating, UTV riding and socializing.

I have the opportunity to reunite with some old friends and developed some very close relationships with new friends.

MORTENSON: Since retiring I’ve made Lake Carroll my home because I enjoy the atmosphere and the people that are part of this community.

MASSEY: My husband and I are full time residents. We enjoy boating on the lake, driving the trails and the weekend activities. We also like to attend the Timberlake plays.

CAZZATO: I try to get to Lake Carroll almost every weekend. This is our home away from home. I enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at Lake Carroll. It is a place where my wife and I can get away from the burbs. I really enjoy the friends I have made at Lake Carroll.

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LAKE CARROLL ASSOCIATION Preliminary Proposed 2018

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Operating revenue: Dues Allocation, net of bad debt Fees & sales Total revenue Operating expenses: Cost of sales Personnel Professional fees Supplies Vehicle & equip ops Building, grounds, & lake Advertising & meetings Miscellaneous Utilities, taxes, & insur Total expenses Operating net cash Fixed asset revenue: Assessments 2017 Dues Interest Property Transfer Fee Impact Fee Fixed asset expenditures Asset Acquisition Expenditures Fixed Asset Reserve Fund Fixed asset net cash LAKE CARROLL ASSOC NET CASH

Cost Per Owner for Operations Cost Per Owner for Fixed Assets Total Cost Per Owner

2018 Dues = $1,608

Maint

Security

Lodge

Pool / Rec

Cmpgrd

Ski Hill

Equine

Lake/Mar

Clubhse

Golf Course Pro Shop

670,241 398,825

534,678 0

301,838 17,100

34,197 14,200

218,860 30,250

(43,795) 94,750

91,341 19,000

1,800 0

43,090 348,900

129,255 834,500

449,997 271,100

2,431,500 2,028,626

1,069,066

534,678

318,938

48,397

249,110

50,955

110,341

1,800

391,990

963,755

721,097

4,460,126

1,375 613,859 144,500 57,600 23,550 29,950 36,700 48,900 112,632

0 380,378 0 35,550 65,900 35,250 200 3,500 13,900

0 272,617 0 9,200 27,900 0 2,250 750 6,221

6,050 4,594 0 600 2,900 4,000 4,500 1,500 24,253

0 116,835 0 25,000 21,850 8,900 9,900 2,250 64,375

1,500 2,750 0 1,100 5,000 3,050 250 350 36,955

0 53,941 0 1,500 14,200 9,000 125 600 30,975

0 0 0 0 300 1,500 0 0 0

99,250 136,249 61,500 25,600 34,500 3,000 800 4,600 26,491

308,870 442,694 0 38,350 22,200 13,750 13,025 16,500 108,366

0 435,572 2,000 71,350 107,500 12,500 11,250 9,950 70,975

417,045 2,459,488 208,000 265,850 325,800 120,900 79,000 88,900 495,142

1,069,066

534,678

318,938

48,397

249,110

50,955

110,341

1,800

391,990

963,755

721,097

4,460,125

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20,000

20,825

55,889

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3,500

57,370

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Lake Carroll Association Lake Carroll Association

Fixed Asset Preliminary Proposed Budget Budget Fixed Asset Preliminary Proposed 2018

2018 INCOME 2018 Dues (2,150 DPE)

1,025,700

INCOME

2017 Dues

3,000

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400

Property Transfer Fees (72 Projected)

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2018 Budget

32,400

New Construction Impact Fee (2 Projected) Total Income

3,500 1,065,000

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Computer Hardware / Software Upgrades

7,500

ID Card Printer & Software

15,000

Accounting and Membership Upgrades (GP and iMIS) Administration Total

24,000

CAMPGROUND

PROJECTS & PURCHASES

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46,500

Playground Equipment

3,889

Electrical Boxes

5,000

Hardware / Software Upgrades Water Line Extension

Septic Engineering study nter & Software

10,000 15,000

Yearly Site Remodel Program

Campground TotalUpgrades (GP and iMIS) and Membership tration Total

22,000 55,889

CLUBHOUSE Soup & Chili Bar (add on to New Salad Bar)

Kitchen Roof Top HVAC (repay from 2017) OUND Henny Penny Gas Pressure Fryer 3 - 10 Ton HVAC Roof Top Units

4,500 8,760 9,850 34,260

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Clubhouse Total

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ALLGOOD: I spend a couple days a week out here. I thoroughly enjoy visiting with and socializing with the other property owners.

PEREZ: We are weekenders and a home owner so we try to spend every possible weekend at Lake Carroll during all 4 seasons.

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8. Why should property owners vote for you?

Budget JENSEN: Because I have something in common with them, we love and care about Lake Carroll and want the best for our association. .

1,025,700 I am open-minded and value others members opinions.

It is ok to disagree but always respect everybody’s opinion, even if it is different from 3,000 yours.

I have no problem addressing membership concerns.

400 We are all equal stockholders in our association.

Living here full time and the knowledge of the functions of Lake Carroll is great start.

32,400 MORTENSON: I’ve spent several years of my life in public service both in my community, The United States Marine Corps, and the Wheaton Fire Department and I feel 3,500 that this has given me a unique perspective of what individuals expect from the people they elect. I won’t promise something I can’t do or commit to but I will listen to the comments 1,065,000 and concerns of the members of our Association. Based on the information I have been given and my past experiences I will do the best I can to represent all the members of our Association.

MASSEY: I have served Lake Carroll for 11 years on the Finance Committee and now on the Board and have the passion and experience to continue my service focusing my efforts on serving the entire community. Lake Carroll is a strong community and we should celebrate our strengths, identify and solve our problems and all work together to continue to be successful.

CAZZATO: I believe I have the business experience and financial background to help Lake Carroll.

7,500In addition, I am a team player and collaboration is very important to me.

Working together to achieve a common goal and holding each other to a high standard of excellence 15,000is important to me in my personal life and business profession. I don’t take anything for granted and will work to get results. Also, I really love Lake Carroll. I would like to see my children and their children enjoy Lake Carroll. The future is theirs, and now, 24,000 we have to lead Lake Carroll for the next generation.

ALLGOOD: 46,500 The property owners deserve a candid voice with a fresh view plus a bold personality to help guide and shape LCA’s future.

PEREZ: I am a Lake Carroll member who enjoys all it has to offer, I can provide a balanced view without a personal agenda, with a proven record of my commitment to Lake Carroll with my years of both committee and Board service. I feel one of my major attributes is that I am willing to listen and then find a course of action. I do not want to sit on the sidelines and criticize, but find a good solution that makes common sense to all.

3,889

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57,370

Boxes

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GOLF COURSE

Extension

Golf Course Master Plan Update Lake Carroll Association

ineering study Cart Path Replacement Expansion (continued) Fixedand Asset Preliminary Proposed Budget Reelmaster 5510-D

2018

Remodel Program Tees, Fairways Bunkering & Repair - Holes 11,12, 13 & 14 INCOME round Total Golf Course Total

10,000

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3,500 3,500

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oof Top HVAC (repay from 2017) Lodge Repairs

Lodge nny GasTotal Pressure Fryer

20,000 20,000

HVAC Roof Top Units SAFETY 14,000

New Guard Rails @ 3 Tubes

27,000

Safety Total

Hours

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AT CSB

34,260

Security Camera @ Guard Shack

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41,000

URSE RECREATION (POOL/SKI/TRAILS) Pool Furniture

5,000

Fitness Equipment for Fitness Center

5,924

e Master Plan Update

Outdoor Pool and Water Expansion Heater - from 2017 Replacement (continued) Ski Hill Pond Pump Replacement - from 2017

r 5510-D Ski Hill 2 Pole Cat Snow Guns (replaces 4 York Guns) Total Recreation

ways Bunkering & Repair - Holes 11,12, 13 & 14 ourse ROAD TotalPROGRAM Road Program Road Program Total

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Lake Carroll Association Preliminary Proposed Fee Schedule 2018 2017 Seasonal (Apr 1-Mar 31)

615

615

Member

Electric Sites

35

35

Daily

Guest

Electric Sites

45

45

Daily

Member

Overflow

15

15

Daily

Guest Member

Overflow

25

25

Electric Sites

115

115 165

Summer (April 1-Oct 31)

Members Only

RV/Camper Storage

165

Winter (Nov 1-Mar 31)

Members Only

RV/Camper Storage

115

115

9 or 18 holes

N/C

N/C

LCA Member

13

13

Weekdays

Twilight

Adults (17+)

9 holes

16

16

Weekdays

Juniors (13-16)

9 holes

10

10

Weekdays

Children (12 & Under)

9 holes

4

4

Weekdays

Adults (17+)

18 holes

21

21

Weekdays

Juniors (13-16)

18 holes

15

15

Weekdays

Children (12 & Under)

18 holes

9

9

Guests & Public

Weekends & holidays

Adults (17+)

9 holes

25

25

Weekends & holidays

Juniors (13-16)

9 holes

14

14

Weekends & holidays

Children (12 & Under)

9 holes

5

5

Weekends & holidays

Adults (17+)

18 holes

32

32

Weekends & holidays

Juniors (13-16)

18 holes

20

20

Weekends & holidays

Children (12 & Under)

18 holes

10

10

Daily

Cart Rental (per person)

9 holes

9

9

Daily

Cart Rental (per person)

Yearly

Ski Hill Fees Adults = age 13 & over Children = 12 and under

18 holes

Cart Lease

15

15

Single / 1 Seat

425

425

Yearly

Cart Lease

Couples / 2 Seat

575

575

Yearly

Cart Lease

Additional Children ages 13-16

50

50

Daily

Pull Cart Rental

Yearly

Inside Storage

Yearly

Inside Storage

Yearly

Private Carts

5

5

Gas Cart

345

345

Electric Cart

425

425

Private Cart Usage Fee

200

200

No Show Fee for missed Tee Time

15

15

Daily

Member

Lift Ticket

N/C

N/C

Daily

Adults (13+) Guest

Lift Ticket

12

12

Daily

Child 12 & under

Daily

Adults (13+) Member or Guest

Daily Child 12 & under Mber or Guest Daily

6

6

12

12

Equipment Rental

6

6

8

8

Marina slip

540

540

Yearly

Shoreline slip

275/540

275/540

Daily

Slip

30

30

Weekly

Slip

85

85

270

270

165

165

115

115

200

200

40

40

Originally platted lots less than 1 acre Preliminary Proposed Fee Schedule 2018

120

120

Originally platted lots less than 1 acre partially wooded

100

100

Originally platted lots of 1 acre or more

215

215

2017 145

2018 145

Yearly Summer (April 1-Oct 31) Winter (Nov 1-Mar 31)

Members & Guests - all ages

Lift Ticket Equipment Rental

Yearly

Lake/Marina Fees

Tube Rental for Tube Tow - per hour

Boat storage, yearly Boat storage, lower lot Boat Storage, winter

Lake Carroll AssociationWest Marina

Winter (Nov 1-Mar 31)

- Dock Storage

Kayak Storage Rack Rental

Mowing Fees

Originally platted lots of 1 acre or more partially wooded

Equestrian Fees Pool Fees Adult = age 18 & over Junior = age 13-17 Children = age 5-12 Toddler = age 0-4

2018

Campsite

Daily

Weekly

Golf Course Fees Adult = age 17 & over Junior = age 13-16 Children = 12 & under

Members Only

Equestrian Registration Fee

30

30

Indoor / Outdoor General Use - Members

N/C

N/C

Swimming Pool Lessons

25

25

Adults (18+)

Indoor / Outdoor General Use

7

7

Juniors (13-17)

Indoor / Outdoor General Use

5

5

Children (5-12)

Indoor / Outdoor General Use

4

4

Toddler (0-4)

Indoor / Outdoor General Use Daily Family Guest Pass - 6 person maximum

0

0

20

20 25

Adults (18+)

7 Day Guest Pass

25

Juniors (13-17)

7 Day Guest Pass

18

18

Children (5-12)

7 Day Guest Pass

14

14

Adults (18+)

21 Day Guest Pass

70

70

Juniors (13-17)

21 Day Guest Pass

50

50

Children (5-12)

21 Day Guest Pass

40

40

Adults (18+)

35 Day Guest Pass

105

105 75

Juniors (13-17)

35 Day Guest Pass

75

Children (5-12)

35 Day Guest Pass

60

60

Outdoor Pool Rental (2 hour minimum)

175

175

Administrative Fees

per additional hour

65

65

Indoor Pool Rental (2 hour minimum)

95

95

per additional hour

65

65

Property/document transfer ($150 to operating, $450 to fixed asset fund)

600

600 N/C

First vehicle decal

N/C

Vehicle/RV/boat/snowmobile/ATV/golf cart registration

30

30

New construction impact fees

1750

1750

Replacement decals/amenity cards

20

20

Additional guest passes

20

20

250

250

Natural Gas Permit Fee

Clubhouse and Lodge

Lodge Rental 125 - 250 125 - 250 Lodge: Cash Bar/Bartender Fee

Pavilion Rental Fees

Pavilion Rental - 1/2 day

150 35

150 35

1/2 Day is Sunrise - 3:00 PM, or 4:00 PM - Midnight Pavilion Rental - Full Day

Deer Hunting Fees

50

50

Per Season

Member & Sponsored Child Hunter, 16 and older

50

N/C

Per Season

Member Child Hunter under 16

N/C

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Per Season

Guest

200

300

Per Season

Replacement of LCA Hunting Permit Card

15

15

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Photo of the Month

By Rick Brant

Patricia M. Suerth 1939-2017 Obituary for Patricia Marie Suerth Patricia Suerth, 78, passed away at Pearl Pavilion in Freeport, IL on September 11, 2017 after a long battle with many health issues. She raised a family in Chicago and Schaumburg, IL. After moving to Lake Carroll in 1986, she was active in the St Wendelin Catholic Church in Shannon, IL and loved talking on the phone with all of her friends.

Along with her husband Rich, they had lawn care business serving the Lake Carroll community for many years. She loved to cook for all who knew her. She lived her life for her 5 children, 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Suerth. Children Jerry (Linda) Suerth, Joan (Tim) Harrington, Jeff (Jocelyn Reyes) Suerth, Joe (Debbie) Suerth and Janice (Jason Smith) Suerth. Loved by her 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Brother Kenny (Diane) Levandoski.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Wendelin Catholic Church, any family or children charities of your choice, and/or the PKD Foundation.

Family Note: Rich and Pat Suerth where one of the original owners at Lake Carroll, section 5 lot 122. They had the first house built on the water in that section and was built before the lake was created. We kids would spend our days playing and fishing in the creek. Then once the lake came in, the placed turned out to be what my parents dreamed of. As the years went by and we grew older, the grandchildren started enjoying it the way we once did.

After everyone was moved out, they started their lawn care business. They cut lawns during the week so other families could enjoy their weekends at the lake. Many years later they ended up selling the property (with remorse) and moved onto Payne Rd. We enjoyed the lake so much, my family bought a lot.

Lake Carroll meant my parents and our family. We will always cherish the memories we have of being “up at the lake”.

Jeff Suerth (16-55)

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By Marvelene Feucht (24-136)

The October 2017, Photo of the Month was submitted by Marvelene Feucht (24-136)(non-club member). “Photo of the Month” may be submitted by any LCA member, employee, or guest. Entries must be of Lake Carroll content and in good taste. Image files should be a minimum size of 1MG for enlargement quality. The photo is selected by the LCA Photography Club members, displayed in the Lake Carroll Clubhouse, and in the Lake Carroll News. A twenty dollar gift card to the restaurant will also be awarded.

Entries should be to Rick Brant at rbrantphoto@gmail.com by the second Sunday of the next month’s posting. Entries not selected will be saved for entries in future months.

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Lake Carroll News, October 2017

Lake Carroll Women’s Club!

Please join us...

Photos & Article by Bonnie Ewing

Fellowship, Fun and Philanthropy…that’s the focus of this year’s Women’s Club. As an active member of the Club I KNOW that those three words really do describe what we are and what we do! If you’re not currently a member, please consider joining us on the first Thursday of each month at 1:00pm at the Lodge. Sixty-six people have already signed up for the year and we’re hoping to increase that number!

The first meeting of the year was held on Thursday, September 14. Donna Aleksy explained a game that would help “break the ice.” This activity helped begin our meeting on an upbeat note.

As the first line of business, Rose Ann Stangl was sworn in as the new secretary.

Char Messmore, the current president, asked for a moment of silence to honor our dear friend, past president and active member of the club, Roberta Schoenfeld, who passed away suddenly in July. She will be missed!

Char continued the meeting by introducing the Vice-President, Gael Will who reviewed the various speakers and activities that would take place over the course of the year. The program at the first meeting would be about stress management. The October 12th meeting will take place at the Japanese Gardens in Rockford. The cost is $20.00 and reservations must be made

by October 5th. If you haven’t signed up and would like to join us, please contact Gael Will (815-590-6587), Dagmar Zvonek (815-590-1867) or Val Kachlic (815-493-9121). Please meet at the Lodge at 10:30am that day to car pool. Lunch will follow the tour at the gardens.

Donna Aleksy, chairman of the Ways and Means committee, thanked members for baking for the Campground Bonfire event. She reminded everyone to please bake for the annual Women’s Club Bake Sale that is in conjunction with the Lake Carroll Craft Fair on Saturday, October 7th. Baked goods should be packaged for sale and brought to the Clubhouse by 7:30am the morning of the sale.

A “Chill Out Chili Night” is planned for Saturday, October 21st at the Lodge. The cost is $13.00/person or $25.00/couple. Dinner will be served between 5:30pm & 6:30pm. This will include chili, cornbread, and dessert. After dinner a game of Bar Stool Bingo will be played (cost will be $5.00/card.) You’ll have to join us to know what that’s all about!!! Ron Henning will provide the entertainment. Club members are selling tickets. If you’d like more information, contact Donna Aleksy at 815-488-5146.

Marve Feucht, our community service representative, reminded the group that we currently collect: aluminum tabs, used greeting cards, and box tops for education. Dagmar will look into collecting shoes for the needy and plastic bottle caps. (These can be any type of plastic cap from hair spray caps to flip-top ketchup caps. These will be donated to the Girl Scouts to recycle into benches.) Receptacles are located at the Clubhouse and the Lodge.

Maureen Unser reminded the group that we are also still collecting canned goods for the Lanark/Shannon Food Pantry. Please bring a can of fruit to the Chili dinner and a can of vegetables to the November meeting.

Loretta Dick asked for volunteers to sew blankets for our Blanket Project and thanked those members that are currently doing so. She told the group to mark Tuesday, October 24th at 10:00am at the Lodge on their calendars. This is when ladies come and tie knots across the quilts to reinforce them. No sewing skills are necessary!

Following the meeting, Laura Youngblut, a registered nurse from the Stephenson County Health Department, spoke to us about the different types of stress and showed us ways to prevent it and alleviate it. Laura passed out a sheet explaining all the different effects stress has on our bodies and then led us in a diaphragm breathing activity that immediately helped many of us relax! She ended her presentation by reminding us to hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

This was a great way to start out the year. Thank you, Laura, for you enlightening presentation!

The meeting ended with a beautiful spread of various kabobs, from fruit to dessert, provided by our hostesses Dagmar Zvonek, Mary Ann Slade and Donna Aleksy.

Members met for the first LCWC meeting for 2017 on September 14th.

Tuesday October 24th Children’s blankets sewn with love by the Lake Carroll Women’s Club and Quilt Club are ready to be tied. These blankets are given to children in need, whether it is due to a crisis situation, long-term illness, or as a baby gift for mothers in need.

We need your help! Please come join us at 10am at the Lodge on Tuesday October 24th to help us tie the blankets. No sewing skills are needed! All you need to do is thread a needle with embroidery floss and tie some knots to hold the 3 layers of the quilt together.

We will provide the needles and embroidery thread to tie the quilts. If you can, bring a small scissors and 6 inch ruler or just share with your neighbor.

We will have extras on hand.

It is a fun time to socialize with others while helping out children in need.

Please stay to enjoy a snack and beverage afterwards

Women’s Club Membership/Renewal Application

LCWC Officers: President Char Messmore, Secretary Rosanne Stangl, & VP Gael Will.

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Dear Editor Might I say that the volunteer position is a tough one, and it is often said that the volunteers for Home Owner Associations are one of the most thankless positions. So let me start this letter by saying a huge THANK YOU to all of those whom volunteer their time, efforts and ideas to keeping Lake Carroll running both past and present.

Carroll County Republican Women’s Club The Carroll County Republican Women’s Club met on Friday, September 22 at the Ski Lodge in Lake Carroll. We were honored with the presence of several state and local Republicans (L-R): State Representative from the 89th District Brian Stewart, Carroll County Republican Central Committee Chair Clint Elmore, Carroll County Treasurer Diane Powers, State Representative from the 71st District Toni McCombie, 2018 Candidate for State Representative from the 89th District Andrew Chesney and Carroll County Clerk Brian Woessner.

Members learned that State Representative Stewart will be running as a candidate in 2018 for State Senator from the 45th District.

And, Andrew Chesney will be running as a candidate in 2018 for State Representative in the 89th District.

Everyone enjoyed talking with candidates and signing their petitions.

PRELIMINARY PROPOSED 2018 BUDGET

2018 BUDGET HEARINGS

You may view the 2018 Preliminary Proposed Budget documents (as of 9/28/2017) on pages 14A, 15A, and 16A.

Thursday, Oct 5th - 7pm in the Clubhouse lower level

Fall Service Time Change Starting Sept. 10 TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH 312 S High St Lanark, IL 61046 Church Office (815) 493-6286 lctrinity@frontiernet.net Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Bible Study 9:00 a.m.

Being a volunteer for short or long term does make you responsible and accountable to the other property owners. Your decisions directly impact your neighbors at Lake Carroll. So that being said, if a property owner is requesting the what, why and how the decision was made, show them the courtesy and respect to answer them. Do not ignore them. That is why your email and phone is listed with your name when your membership of the committee is published on the website. You give up some of your anonymity when you join a committee or the Board. If you cannot or do not want to be held accountable perhaps you need to step down until that time when you are willing to accept ALL the responsibility of a volunteer position.

It is easy to tell someone that they are doing things wrong, but harder to step up and help with a solution. Lake Carroll as a community is made up of many, many different people and lifestyles. With those lifestyles come different levels of time availability as well as many different skill sets. I challenge every member who has an idea to step up and share it with someone. So you don’t have the time to be on a committee, do you have time to go to one meeting?

Send an email with your idea, make a phone call. All the committees have memberships listed with contact info. We need more and new voices. We need experience to help steer the Lake Carroll ship. We are ALL in this together.

Thank you for your time, Brenda Allgood (15-2 )

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Lake Carroll’s Annual Labor Day Bonfire

By Ellis Fitzgerald, Campground Host

The annual community Bonfire and Parade (organized by the campground) this past Labor Day again exceeded all expectation in attendance and fun…Plus we had a honking big bonfire.

This event was attended equally by homeowners and campers alike. General Manager Mike Schmieder commented, “This was the largest gathering he had ever seen of the wide cross section of Lake Carroll Members in any one place or at any event.”

From the 18’ tall blow up dry slide provided by Ben Peters Painting, and greatly enjoyed by the kids, to the exhibits, food vendors, parade, and Lake Carroll clubs that participated and made this such a great event. The Board of Directors Chili Cook-Off was a great event (although many thought it should have been a Dunk Tank instead) and it appears all of the chili was actually cooked from scratch.

For the first time this year the Clubhouse participated by providing grilled burgers, brats, hot dogs and pork sandwiches along with Beer and other beverages.

The Lake Carroll Women’s Club sold out of pastries and cookies and signed up 6 new members. Jay Van Matre Insurance gave away a Kayak to a lucky visitor and Broadmoor Insurance gave away a TV. I would like to thank the following; • Lake Carroll Campground Committee chaired by Ann Conway • Colleen Hardekopf; owner of the Flower Basket in Aurora for organizing the silent auction.

• All members for their donations to the silent auction.

• Lake Carroll Clubhouse for the food and beer concession manned by Mike Schmieder, Tim

Photos by Reid Paxson and Ellis Fitzgerald

Troop, Luke Fossett and Denise Lahm • 3 Headed Monster for their BBQ food truck. (Awesome BBQ) • Safety Committed for help in Traffic Control and Parking • Lanark Fire Department • Lake Carroll Maintenance Department • Ron Hennings for the music • Security Department • Ben Peters Painting providing the slide Thank you to all who attended and helped make this such a fun event. See you next Labor Day where we will be bigger and better.

Raffle Winners The Scotch Tower won by Megan Kinser The Beer Basket won by Jan Young The Wine Basket won by Margret Rominski The Fire HD Tablet won by the Giovani family The Amazon Echo Alexa won by Denise Lahm The Rum Chata Tower won by Pat Briska

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Lake Carroll Bass Tournament Results

Sponsored By The Lake Carroll Fishing Club Bass Tournament Held September 9, 2017 12 boats participated 1st Place Bob and Robert Knackstedt 2nd Place Andrew Clausen and Cody Matson 3rd Place Shaun Ratay and Tommy Kersting Big Large Mouth Bass Bob and Robert Knackstedt Big Small Mouth Bass Trevor Mower and Mike D’Amore Thanks again to Miller Sports for sponsoring the big bass prizes.

20.22 lbs 16.01 lbs 15.09 lbs 4.75 lbs 2.98 lbs

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By Mike Bykowski, Fishing Club Secretary It was a very Fall-like evening as Fishing Club members gathered at the Lodge on Wednesday, September 13, for our annual brat & sausage cookout. Bob Knackstedt, Bruce McDonald and John Quilico did an excellent job preparing the food for us. And of course, the side dishes and desserts were excellent, as usual. I’m sure no one went away hungry.

After the meal, Tom Stangl called the meeting to order. Jim Ewing led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and then Tom welcomed everyone. We had two guests – Bob Jumbeck and Vic Stich – who came with Tom & Jan Young. Also, new members Alan & Kathy Drake were attending their first Fishing Club pot luck and meeting. Mitch Feucht presented the August financial report. Motion to approve was passed unanimously.

The following topics were discussed: Golf Outing - Feedback was that the golf outing was a success and enjoyed by all who attended. Thanks to Mike Bykowski and Joe Czurylo for planning and coordinating this event.

Spillway Fish Rescue – We are now trying to conduct this activity annually and have set a tentative date of Saturday, October 21. However, this will be subject to coordinating with Don Aleksy, as we need members of the Maintenance Dept. to operate the mechanical equipment. More information will be forthcoming as we work out the details.

Pig Roast – Plans are to have a pig roast and bonfire in conjunction with the harvesting of walleye from Fawn Pond. Again, we have a tentative date for this activity – Saturday, November 4. This whole process is dependent on when we can get approval to drain Fawn Pond.

Giving Tree – The Fishing Club will be coordinating the Giving Tree again this year. The tree will be set up in the Clubhouse lobby – probably in late November. Tags with gift ideas for needy kids and for nursing home residents will be placed on the tree. Those who want to participate will take one or more tags, buy and wrap the gifts, and place them under the tree. Members of the Fishing Club will deliver the gifts.

Christmas Party – The date for the Christmas party this year is Saturday, December 9.

The theme is “Let Heaven and Nature Sing”, so the decorating will feature use of natural materials. Co-chairpersons for this event are Jo Ann Gariff and Judy Czurylo. We have finalized the menu with the Clubhouse and will have entertainment provided by DJ Ron Hennings. Tickets will go on sale beginning Wednesday, October 11, at the Fishing Club pot luck.

Board Elections - Fishing Club board of directors elections are scheduled for November.

There will be three positions open, so we are looking for candidates to run for office. Please contact Mike Siciliano if you are interested in running for a position on the board.

Day at the Races – Our annual outing to Arlington Park will be on Thursday, September 21.

We still have space on the bus and would like to fill it, if possible. Contact Mike Siciliano if you would like to participate in this fun event.

Hatchery Operations – Mike Sweeney gave us an update on Hatchery operations. We’re hopeful that the walleye fingerlings in Fawn Pond are maturing and that we’ll have a successful harvest next month. We’re also looking at the idea of reactivating two other rearing ponds – one adjacent to the hatchery and one below the dam. This is still in the discussion stage.

There being no further business, motion to adjourn was made by John Schnarr, seconded

by Bob Froelich, and approved unanimously.

Following the meeting, the raffle drawing was held. Winners of Lake Carroll Association gift cards were: 1st Place – Bob & Gail Poncar - $50 gift card 2nd Place – Arlene Tylutki - $25 gift card Please join us at the Lodge for our next potluck on Wednesday, October 11. In the meantime, enjoy this great weather.

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I’d like to take a moment to thank our members for the support of the Lake Improvement Project program that was approved in August.

The program passed the membership vote by 58%. While this may be a very good margin for the passing of the program, I personally recognize that 40% voted no (my math is correct, 2% of the ballots abstained). Those voting no to the program voted no for a multitude of reasons from concerns from the financing, to owning multiple lots, to concern for personal budget for the additional expense, and I’m sure many others, as well.

Joe Rush For those voting yes, or no, we want to assure you that we do not Lake Manager take this task lightly. We will be diligent to ensure the best use of these funds in accordance with the program that was approved by our membership. In an effort to keep our membership aware of how the program is going, we have developed two outreach programs.

The first program is for accounting and transparency for the membership. We have developed a specific budget sheet that will be available for members that outlines all of the projects and how the specific funds are being spent. We have done this so that the members can look directly at the LIP ‘bank account’ and not have to sort through the larger operational and fixed asset budgets to understand what is happening with the Lake Improvement Project budget.

The second program will be for educating the membership on the projects and when we’ve reached milestones. We will have a Lake Improvement Project website that provides the most current updates to the program for those that would like to follow the progress. A notification of the website URL will be sent out to the membership once complete. We will provide periodic updates on eblasts, as well as in news articles, too, but the website will be the ‘go to’ for the most up-to-date information.

Also, a Lake Improvement Project Advisory Committee has been instated to oversee the entire program and the committee consists of board member liaison, staff, and chairmen from various other committees. We currently have our meetings the first Monday of the month at 4:30pm in an effort to help members attend and follow the progress. Periodically, we may have to meet at alternate times to accommodate the committee members’ schedules, but we are attempting to meet evenings to accommodate property owners that are working and would like to attend to see what is happening.

Lastly, beyond completion of the projects, we have another goal. That goal is to improve the relationship between the Membership, Staff, Committees, and Board of Directors. We are hopeful that by developing the previous mentioned programs with the budget and project updates on the website, we can continue to work together, as a community, to make improvements to Lake Carroll.

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By Jason Hill What a great summer we had at Lake Carroll this year, the weather was great and the rain cooperated with all of our events. September was exceptional for late summer/ early fall and all of our outings went off without a hitch.

Labor Day was also fantastic weather and the course was very busy for the late season. We now have a new Mr. and Mrs. Club Champion, Congratulations to Mitch and Marve Feucht, they had to outlast the DeCranes’s and the Jason Hill Carby’s in a exciting 3 hole sudden death playoff. Great PGA Golf Professional round by all of you. Now that the season is winding down, we will be having Sales in the pro shop on all of the in stock merchandise and some special order items. I also have brought in some of the new club offerings from Ping and Mizuno. We also are having Great Fall Rates for your guests for the remainder of the year, for fall guest pricing call the pro shop. The final events for this year will be the following Oct 14

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Nov 25 Turkey Tourney (weather permitting) Winners of the qualifying Awards Banquet events will be receiving there invitations to the Tournament of Champions and Awards Banquet, don’t forget to RSVP and signup for the Tournament of Champions. Thank You all for another great season at the Lake Carroll Golf Course, I know many of you will start to look south for the winter, but the course and pro shop will be open as long as weather permits. Stop in and see us before you go, we would love to see you before you go.

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Indoor pool hours are as follows: M-F Adult Swim 7:00am-10:00am Chelsey Heckman Recreation Director Sat & Sun Adult Swim 8:30am-10:30am M-F Open Swim 4:00pm-7:00pm Sat & Sun Open Swim 12:00pm-7:00pm On Monday October 9th we will have special Holiday hours from 12:00pm-7:00pm for open swim.

RECREATION Little Elves workshop and Polar Express event have been combined into one night of fun on Saturday December 16th. Hope to see you and your family there! * Reservation required by December 9th.

If you are interested in working at the tube tow this year, please contact Chelsey at 815-493-8549 ext 10 or email checkman@golakecarroll.com If you have any suggestions of future events you want to see at Lake Carroll, please let Chelsey know!

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By Jim Splitt This year’s Night Ride takes place on Saturday, October 14th. The gathering point and check will be by the Tennis Courts at the Lodge starting 6:30pm. The procession around the trail will take place around 7:00. Our goal this year is to have 100 machines making the ride. Our previous largest turnout was back in 2015 with 78 if I recall correctly. Please make sure all brake, head and tail lights are working on your machine, as well as having a helmet for each rider, a safety flag, and registration sticker as we will be checking.

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As Halloween is only a couple of weeks from the event, we encourage everyone to light up and decorate your machines in that theme. We will be awarding a prize to the best decorated machine. The winner for best decorated also gets to lead the group around the trail.

We will travel counter-clockwise around the trail. If you are not able to ride with us, there are many great locations to come out and watch the parade of lights. It is a spectacular sight to see. If you do come out to watch us go by, we want to see you as well. Bring a flashlight or wave your phone to let us know you are there.

We will end the ride by returning to the Lodge where there will be a warm fire and pizza provided by the Club. We encourage everyone to bring snacks to pass and of course something to rinse the dust from between your teeth.

Following a few weeks later is the Club’s last event of the year, Pack The Pantry Ride takes place Saturday, November 11th at the Lodge. Donations can be dropped off beginning at 10:30am with the ride beginning around noon. This is a benefit for the Shannon Food Pantry. “Cost” to join us on a last ride of the season is a non-perishable donation. We will take an enjoyable scenic slow ride around the trail ending with a fire below the dam at Dan Herman Trail Riders Park.

I hope everyone can join us for these two great events. Until then, ride safe and I’ll see you on the Trail!

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Refer a New Lake Carroll Property Owner and Receive $500 Over the past several years, The Lake Carroll Association has unwillingly acquired dozens of Lots through our collection policy, foreclosures, or through past due amount settlements. The Association pays Real Estate taxes on these properties and needless to say, there are no Dues Assessments levied upon or collected for these Ownerless lots.

One way of soliciting these properties at little or no cost is to enlist and incent our current Membership for referrals who ultimately purchase a Lake Carroll Owned lot. Currently, The Association owns fifty-seven (57) single lots and thirty-nine (39) double or triple lots. Nearly all of these lots are considered buildable and all of them are very reasonably priced.

We are not looking for you to provide us with leads or phone numbers so that they may be marketed to. Instead we are simply making an offer to reward you with $500 if you have a friend or family member who purchases one of the lots currently owned by the LCA. Here’s how the program works: If you know someone who has expressed interest in becoming a Lake Carroll Member, please have them contact myself at the Association Office. Instruct your friend to inform me of your name as the member who referred them.

You may also contact me yourself to let me know that I may be hearing from your friend regarding the purchase of a lot. I will match your name with the prospect’s name and when the referral purchases the property, and pays the first 12 months of dues, you will receive $500.

To help you and anyone interested in purchasing an Association Owned lot, we will be adding a new page to our current Web-site. This page will display a listing of available lots, a map showing the location, the size of the lot, the price of the lot and a photo of the property.

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If you have a question regarding the incentive program or have a referral you wish to make me aware of, I may be reached at 815-493-2552 or by e-mail at mschmieder@golakecarroll.com.

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By Susan O’Connor Marketing & Program Coordinator

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The Savanna Historical Society is pleased to offer a much requested program

On Saturday October 7th at 2:00 PM, at the Savanna Museum and Cultural Center, a program on the history of the Savanna Army Depot will be given. The program will provide an overview of the history of the depot thru the closure in 2000 and the current state of the progress of cleaning up and transferring the property to the local redevelopment authority and the US Fish and Wildlife service.

The presentation will be narrated by Cindy Irwin and Jo Carey, both retirees of the Savanna Army Depot. Cindy spent 33 years in various ammunition jobs at the depot starting as a Quality Assurance Specialist and was the chief of ammunition operations at the time of closure. She then worked as the Commanders Representative and Site Manager for several years through the closure process. Jo worked in the IT department for 18 years while the depot was active and worked in the environmental cleanup and closure office for 15 years after the depot closed.

The program will include many photos of the history thru the early years of the depot as well as pictures of the various cleanups that have been conducted and briefly discuss the current tenants and businesses/landowners at the depot and the role of the Local Redevelopment Authority in the transfer and closure process.

It is hoped that many retirees will come and provide their stories and knowledge on the history of the depot to add to the program. A donation of $8.00 will be appreciated.

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PUTTING YOUR GARDEN TO BED After enjoying the gardening season, what comes next? There is something quite therapeutic in putting the garden to bed; a bittersweet opportunity to reflect on the season, make notes of what did well and what did not. Join Whiteside County Master Gardener Cheryl Christianson on October 18, 10AM at the Sterling Library as she discusses fall clean-up techniques. Fall is an opportunity to look at what plants you have, plant new plants and make plans for the next growing season. Learn how to leave seasonal interest for year round pleasure, provide wildlife food and help hold mulch. Register by calling the library; 815/625-1370 CONSUMER SAVINGS WITH SMART METERS PROGRAM Join Extension Educator Jay Solomon for a discussion of the energy and cost saving opportunities opened by the recently installed electricity “Smart Meters”. Put that Smart Meter technology to work for YOU! Smart meter benefits are more than communicating usage and power outages. The consumer benefits are information and management options to save money and/or energy. Plan to join this discussion to learn more about Smart Meters from 5:30-6:15 pm.at the Dixon Public Library on October 11.

“Clearing the Air About Radon” will continue after the smart meter discussion from 6:157:30 pm. “Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that could be building up in your home,” warns Jay Solomon, Energy and Environmental Educator with University of Illinois Extension. “Unlike other harmful gas, radon does not have any immediate impacts on you. It creates damage over time leading to lung cancer risks, through exposure to elevated levels.”

Program participants will learn what radon is and how it enters a home, the danger radon poses, and how a home can be tested. Discussion will also include information about reducing the radon levels in a home including contact information for licensed radon professionals in the area that can help homeowners through the process of testing and mitigation.

Radon Kits available for purchase online during the registration process for check/charge or the night of the program for cash/check for $10 per kit. There is no registration fee but preregistration is needed by going online at go.illinois.edu/SmartRadon Participants can attend one or both programs. Call 815-857-3525 for more information.

4-H PIZZA & PIES CLUB TO START Looking for something fun for your kids to do after school? Come join the University of Illinois Extension in our Pizza and Pies SPIN Club on October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 from 5:157:00pm at St. Peters Lutheran Church in Morrison. We will be making a different kind of Pie and Pizza at each session and learn the ins and outs in the kitchen along with kitchen safety and cleanliness. Open to all youth ages 10-14 years old. Cost per 4-H member is $40 and non4-H members is $50. Register online at go.illinois.edu/PizzaAndPie LET’S LIVE WELL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OFFERED IN THOMSON Does the clutter in your house cause you stress? Do you want less clutter but are too overwhelmed to begin? Do you have a plan for your non-titled property? Have you ever thought about the legacy you will leave for your family? The University of Illinois Extension Let’s Live Well series can help you find the answers to these questions and more!

University of Illinois Extension offers programs create learning partnerships that put knowledge to work and aim to make life better, healthier, safer, and more profitable for individuals and their communities. Join Extension Educator, Karla Belzer for a three-part series featuring timely, researched informed information to help you live well! All series sessions will be held at the Thomson Public Library, 1005 West Main Street, in Thomson and are free and open to the public.

“Simplify Your Life By Clearing the Clutter” will be offered on Thursday, October 19th at 10 a.m. This session will feature practical ways to help you de-clutter and de-stress. The second session of the series, “Who Get’s Grandma’s Pie Plate?,” will be offered on Thursday, November 2nd at 1 p.m. Provided in partnership with the Carroll County TRIAD, this session will include an open discussion on non-titled property and other legal issues for adults. Emily Hardy, lawyer with Prairie State Legal Services, will present information on Advanced Directives. The final session of the series, “Stories from the Past – A Legacy for the Future,” will be offered on Tuesday, December 5th at 10:30 a.m. This session will help participants understand the history of storytelling and help explore ways to preserve individual and family stories for future generations.

To pre-register for the series, please visit or call the Thomson Public Library at 815-2592480. For more information, visit the University of Illinois Extension event calendar online at go.illinois.edu/letslivewell or call 815-632-3611.

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Proper way to dispose of your Medication

CARROLL COUNTY SUBSTANCE EDUCATION COALITION

MEDICATION DROPBOX LOCATIONS

Carroll County Sherriff’s Dept Savanna Police Dept Shannon Police Dept Lanark Police Dept Milledgeville Police Dept Chadwick Police Dept Thomson Police Dept Lake Carroll Association

LCA continues to provide a Carroll County Medication Drop Box located in the Conference Center. There are a few clarifications/ requests…

1. Consolidate in a Zip-Lock: Please collect your medications in a zip-lock bag. When everyone drops their bottles into the collection bin, it fills up quickly and many of the bottles only have a few pills in them.

Please help conserve space by consolidating your medications into a bag.

Also, we’d rather not have identifiable labels. By emptying your bottles into a zip-lock and disposing of your bottles in your home refuse, that eliminates that issue for us.

2. No Cough Syrup or Liquids: Cough syrup and liquid medication are not the type of medication intended for collection. Please dispose of liquid medication in your regular refuse.

3. No Eye Glasses: Eye glasses are not medication and should be disposed of in your home refuse or donated to a group who collects them, such as a local Lions Club.

We thank you for your participation in Carroll County’s prescription medication collection.

Call your local Police Dept for location and times or contact the Carroll County Substance Education Coalition at 815-244-0063.

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Public Notice Statement of Ownership, Management, Circulation (required by 39 U.S.C. 3685) of Lake Carroll News (008387), Lake Carroll Association, 3-200 Association Dr., Lake Carroll, Illinois 61046, Carroll County. Date of Filing: October 1, 2017: 3-200 Association Dr., Lake Carroll, Illinois 61046, Carroll County; Frequency of Issue: Monthly; No. of Issues Published Annually: 12; Annual Subscription Price: $12; Contact Person: Donna Beyer, 815-493-2552.

Publisher: Lake Carroll Association, 3-200 Association Dr., Lake Carroll, Illinois 61046.

Editor: Donna Beyer, 3-200 Association Dr., Lake Carroll, Illinois 61046.

Managing Editor: Donna Beyer, 3-200 Association Dr., Lake Carroll, Illinois 61046.

Owner: Lake Carroll Association, 3-200 Association Dr., Lake Carroll, Illinois 61046.

Known bondholders, mortgages, and other security holders owning or holding one percent or more of total amount of bonds, mortgages or other securities are: None.

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Total No. Copies (net press run) Paid and/or Requested Circulation Paid/Requested Outside-County 1.

Subscriptions 2. Paid In-County Subscriptions Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street 3. Vendors, Counter Sales, and Other NonUSPS Paid Distribution 4. Other Classes Mailed Through the USPS

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Total Paid and/or Requested Circulation Free Distribution by Mail 1. Outside-County 2. In-County 3. Other Classes Mailed USPS

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This Statement of Ownership will be printed in the October 2017 issue of this publication.

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Security Residential Checks & Low Temperature Light Checks Submitted by Luke Fossett, LC Security

WINTER BOAT PARKING The summer season for boat parking ends October 31, 2017. If you plan to leave your boat for the winter season (November 1, 2017 through March 31, 2018), the fee is $115. This fee is due on or before November 1, 2017. Please contact the Front Desk for assignments or questions - 815-493-2552 ext 110.

The Lake Carroll Security Department offers a Home Inspection that requests our officers to routinely take a visible check of your home while you are away.

Members of the Lake Carroll Security Department carry out these checks, twice a day on a daily basis. The officer on patrol will do a drive by of your home looking for anything out of the ordinary such as open doors and lights left on. The times when the officer does this will be documented on a daily log sheet; this helps our department establish a time frame in case a problem arises. When something out of the ordinary is found the officer on duty will contact you to rectify the situation.

The Lake Carroll Security Department also has a Low Temperature Light Check.

The same things are looked for during this check as are during the Home Check. We also look for a low temperature light that is placed in a specific window in the home.

These low temperature switches can be purchased at most home improvements stores.

Locally, they may be purchased at Menards. The Security Department recommends the use of a colored bulb. These lights work by being plugged into an outlet and the lamp is placed into a window. When the temperature in the home falls below a certain preset temperature the light will turn on. This will let the officer know that the home has a furnace problem or is out of LP. The officer will then contact the homeowner.

The Lake Carroll Security Department recommends the use of these lights in all homes that are left unattended during the winter months.

The Lake Carroll Security Officer on duty will not normally leave the vehicle while doing these checks. However the officer will leave the vehicle if anything is found out of the ordinary or the homeowner contacts the officer with something specific to check such as a door that may have been left unlocked. *All residential driveways must be cleared of ice and snow. If this is not done, we may not be able to check your home properly, or at all.

The fees for this service are as follows: 1. $10.00 a week 2. $30.00 a month 3. $180.00 a year A form must be filled out if you are interested in these programs. The form can be picked up at the Association Office, from a Lake Carroll Security Officer, or at www. golakecarroll.com (Resources> Document Library>Security Forms).

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4-H Forecast

By Leanne Rahn Carroll County Program Coordinator 4-H & Youth Carroll County Ambassadors Tell About 4-H For National 4-H Week

Watch for announcements when the Clubhouse will be CLOSED for flooring repairs. - Early November.

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Monday: 3:00pm-8:00pm Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10:00am-9:00pm Friday: 10:00am-11:00pm Saturday: 10:00am-11:00pm Sunday: 9:00am-3:00pm

Katie Hoffman, Savanna – Carroll Co 4-H Federation President & Ambassador - Most kids when asked about 4-H, they don’t know what it is. It’s an organization that helps you get involved in your community. You learn about community service. You also get to take on projects to show at fair. You develop your skills of responsibility and leadership. I’ve taken on lots of roles to develop my leadership, responsibility, and confidence. I’ve gained skills such as public speaking. There are so many things you can do in 4-H. One of my interests have always been animals. Through 4-H I’ve been able to show many different kinds of animals. Including dairy, horses, sheep and goats. I enjoy showing animals as they have always been a passion and interest to me. I always enjoy talking to the judges to learn how to improve things. Judges have helped me go from the bottom of the class to the top just by listening to their advice.

I’m a senior in high school at West Carroll. I’ve been involved in the 4-H for 12 years now, learning many new things each year. I’ve also been involved in Ambassadors and Federation president for the past 3 years. I’m thankful for all the life skills 4-H has taught me. I’m also thankful for all the support from all my leaders. I encourage everyone to get involved some way in the 4-H and join the family!

Natalie Wilkinson, Thomson – 4-H Federation Secretary & 4-H Ambassador - 4-H is a place where everyone can be themselves and succeed while doing it. My name is Natalie Wilkinson and I have been in 4-H for ten years. This is my second year as a Carroll County Ambassador and I couldn’t be more grateful for all of the opportunities that the 4-H program has given me. I used to be the shy little girl that just sat back and watched everything, now I am able to speak confidently in front of large groups people and can even run a meeting by myself. I have also met so many friends along the way. We all work together to help each other grow and accomplish lots of great things.

The 4-H program is a place where everyone can fit in while being themselves. There are so many project areas to choose from, that everyone can find what they are interested in and excel at it. Once you join a club, you join a family that will rally around you so that you can succeed. So, I encourage any young person to take that step and join 4-H. You will meet so many people, learn so many skills, and build so much character along the way!

Adam Rath, Mt. Carroll – 4-H Ambassador - Hi I’m adam Rath, I am a member of the Savanna Smiles 4-H club. I am also a 4-H Ambassador and belong to the 4-H Federation.

Some of my favorite projects I did at the fair are wildlife, robotics, and goats. 4-H is where I learn a lot about my projects. Also, 4-H has taught me good leadership skills and has made be a better person.

Izzy Fredericks, Mt. Carroll – My name is Izabella Fredericks, I am 4-H Federation Treasurer and the Thomson Sandburrs 4-H Club Secretary. 4-H is a way to learn about many different subjects. They offer cooking, sewing, several animal projects, woodworking, robotics, computer, and many more projects. Age to be in a 4-H club is 5 to 18 years old by September 1 of the current year.

I have taken several different projects in my 7 years of 4-H. I really enjoy my horses, rabbits, and leadership. I have went to a couple of leadership conferences through 4-H and had a good time. You meet new people and learn new things. Call for more information at 815244-9444 and ask for Leanne Rahn.

Zoe Fredericks, Mt. Carroll 4-H Federation Reporter & Historian – Hi my name is Zoe Fredericks and I have been a 4-H member for 4 years. I really enjoy being in 4-H and look forward to fair time each year. I take a lot of different types of projects and learn from them.

It does not matter if you take 1 or a lot like me, you can learn from your project. I am learning to sew and made a skirt last year. I wore it to school and received a lot of compliments on it. I am learning to ride a horse and to show. I have also taken leadership and am learning to be a better leader for school as well as 4-H. Being in 4-H is not just doing projects. It is having fun. We do different parties and the 4-H Federation tries to do fun things for all clubs to join in on. This year they are going to try and go to a trampoline park and they will make spring cards with the residents at Good Samaritan Nursing Home. If any questions, please call Leanne Rahn, at 815-244-9444. And if you see me at the Middle School in West Carroll, ask me about 4-H.

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