Lake Carroll February 2019

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Letter from Steve Mack

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Vol. 47 No. 2

Treasurer of Lake Carroll Association

Dear Fellow Member:

LC Women’s Club celebrates 20 years!

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2019 Winterfest snowmen, crafts & games.

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BOARD MEETINGS Feb 22, Mar 22, Apr 26, May 17, Jun 28, Jul 26, Aug 23, Sep 27, Oct 18, Nov 22, Annual Mtg Dec 1, Dec 20 (if needed)

MARINA SLIP LOTTERY Saturday, March 2, 2019 Conference Center Doors open: 8:00am Lottery begins: 8:30am

CAMPGROUND SITE LOTTERY Saturday, March 2, 2019 Conference Center Doors open: 9:30am Lottery begins: 10:00am

BOAT SAFETY CLASS Saturday, April 20, 2019 Clubhouse Lower Level 8:00am-4:30pm Registration opens as of 03.01.19 Call 815-493-2552, ext 110 or 120

SPECIAL MEMBER MEETING RE: 2019 BUDGET

MARCH 1, 2019 Registration: 6:00pm - Meeting begins: 6:30pm (Bring your LCA ID Card)

2019 Budget Documents Meeting Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5A Proposed Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13A Proposed Fixed Asset Budget . . . . . . . . . . . 14A Proposed Fee Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15A

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Steve Mack LCA Treasurer

Why you should Vote Yes in February for your 2019 budget.

Our Board has passed a budget with all 7 directors in agreement. This means after 7 weeks of constant work by Association staff and volunteers, open debate and open meetings, our Board came together on January 25 and endorsed our budget package, unanimously. It is important that our members now join us and come together to protect our community with a yes vote.

Background summary: ◄◄ On December 3, 2018, our original 2019 budget was rejected by membership’s vote. This was unusual and looking back in time, to our knowledge, has only happened two times in our history. The rejected budget contained a $320 dues increase (raising our dues from $1,608 to $1,928). ◄◄ The new budget asks for your approval to raise our dues by $148 (from $1,608 per year to $1,756 per year) and to raise our fees by 10%. These increases are needed to operate our Association and replace aged equipment. ◄◄ Our new Board and our new GM (hired by our previous, 2018 Board) shaped this new budget, line by line, based on new information and new priorities. This new united, Board approved budget, covering our Association’s 2019 expenses, fixed assets and reserve funding will now be sent to members for a vote. ◄◄ We encourage you to vote yes and to return your signed ballot early to be sure it is counted. You should receive the ballot by early February or can print one from our website.

Our Board: Our Board consists of seven members, each with diverse opinions and significant professional experience and all with a goal to treat Lake Carroll as a business. Primary amongst these goals has been to stabilize our budget and to support our amenities (lake, golf course, pool, clubhouse, lodge, hill complex, roads, security and more.

If you have sat in on our meetings over the past seven weeks or watched them streaming, you’ve seen the formation of a budget that we firmly believe addresses our immediate shared goals and now looks to the future.

Lake Carroll’s Budget: Our budget consists of two components: Operations and Fixed Assets.

Operations represent 70% of our 2019 budgeted outlays and are the day-to-day functions of running our community. Generally, this includes opening, operating and closing amenities, offering security, and paying employees.

Fixed assets represent 30% of our 2019 budgeted outlays and are represented by the items we use in our Association that generally cost more than $5,000 and are expected to last more than two years.

General Manager: Our new General Manager Dick Schwalbenberg, hired December 3, took control of our budgeting process and immediately began working with our staff, Board and committees to construct this new budget. I can tell you from my personal perspective, this has been an exhausting, extremely time-consuming project.

Line by line, asset by asset, this budget has been picked apart.

Committees have spent hours working, at the Board’s direction, to prioritize replacements and to look towards our long-term planning. Our General Manager has taken this input and presented his proposal, now approved 7-0 by our Board.

The New Budget: For reference, the rejected budget called for a $320 dues increase: $200 for fixed assets and $120 for operations.

Increase for Fixed Assets reduced from $200 to $6.

Yes, this is substantial. It was done with our eye on a five-year plan and with an attempt to smooth needed fixed asset replacement.

Some of the major line item changes include: ◄◄ A 2019 reduction in Road spending. As we have reduced this expense, we are also re-evaluating our road infrastructure and hope to improve the length of time our roads can go without replacement. ◄◄ Software licensing and utilization. We have prioritized improving our technology and are looking to add online voting, online news distribution and better tracking of our Association’s management – all in 2019. ◄◄ Golf Course irrigation. We have split the replacement of our aged system to 2019 and 2020. ◄◄ Pool Liner. After 16 years, our pool liner is now leaking significantly and must be replaced. With this replacement, we will also come in to compliance with the Illinois rule mandating our drain covers be upgraded.

◄◄ Campground Road. An irritation for years, the Pod 5 road that has stranded vehicles on rainy days is to be paved with this budget. And, infrastructure to bring wifi to the campground is in this budget. ◄◄ Tractor. Our key tractor, used for mowing will be replaced.

This tractor is now 18 years old and is used for mowing, street sweeping, plowing of heavy snow drifts and has back hoe and front end loader attachments. The tractor has 9800 hours which equates to hundreds of thousands of miles for a road vehicle. ◄◄ Lots transfer fees. With the passing of this budget, the Board has agreed to reduce our $600 transfer fee on undeveloped property lot sales from $600 to $300 until 12/31/19. This was part of a series of proposals suggested by our ad-hoc lots committee.

A complete list items to be replaced will be placed on our website.

Increase for Operations reduced from $120 to $92.

Our General Manager has methodically reviewed, line by line, each department’s expenses to maximize the use of our dollars. He has already taken action to improve our efficiency and reduced and reassigned personnel, reconfigured hours, eliminated cost of living increases and streamlined many Association functions.

A complete operations budget will be placed on our website.

Reserve Contribution of $50.

Reserves are the savings we look to build over time to provide for larger expenses in the future and to avoid special assessments like the recent assessment for the Lake Improvement Plan.

Increase for Fees of 10%.

Fees for items used at Lake Carroll including cars, boats, campers, ATVs, carts increase by 10%.

Summary: Our Board has unanimously passed our budget. It will now be sent to members on February 1 for our approval. We encourage you to vote yes and to return your ballot as soon as possible to be certain it is counted. The due date for physical ballots to be received by Lake Carroll Association is March 1. The vote will be counted and announced at a special meeting on March 1 at 6:30pm.

Consequences: Please look at this paragraph as simply a tell it like it is.

In the event that this budget is unable to be agreed to by a majority of our voting members, our By-Laws instruct our Association to proceed with our previous year’s dues. Operations would continue at 2018’s funding level, which, despite the cost reductions noted above, would likely generate another annual deficit. Additionally, without an approved budget, no fixed asset replacements can be made pursuant to our By-Laws, 31.06.K(4)(f)1.

Lake Carroll By-Laws, 31.06.K(4)(f) Should the Membership not approve a proposed annual budget, the prior year’s dues and fees will continue into the next budget year, collecting same dues and fees as in prior year and expending only that portion of monies allocated to the prior year’s operating budget, until a new budget is passed within the first quarter of the new fiscal year.

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This means we will operate on last year’s operational budget and no fixed assets can be purchased and/or improved. The fixed asset portion must be transferred to our fixed asset reserves.

Several amenities needing immediate care or replacement, most notable the outdoor pool, a fixed asset, will be unable to operate for the 2019 season. These consequences are not necessary.

Opinion: Our Board election was only two months ago. Each of us on our Board has volunteered to work for our members and our Association. I often refer to Lake Carroll as the Premier Lake Community. It is! Do not discount what we have. Go visit other communities and look at their structure and amenities. I have, and I believe we have a treasure.

When each of us purchased our Lake Carroll properties, we entered into a diverse community offering recreation, structured amenities and a committed organization to maintain and keep our Association strong. Our Board has taken substantial time to work through a budget that recognizes our immediate needs while addressing future goals. The process is not over and will continue through ours and future Board terms.

Our Board unanimously views our membership vote on this budget as critical to maintaining and improving our community. We have come a long way from the original $320 increase. We have made significant progress on stabilizing our Association. A “YES” vote on this budget is a vote to continue that progress.

Please remember, we are volunteers and share a majority of our members’ desire to protect our community. We remain available to any member who has questions or would like to help us address and improve our significant investments.

Board member contact information can be found on page 6A of this publication. Our owner liaison, Michelle Burton, is standing by as well 815-493-2552 x117, ownerliaison@golakecarroll.com.

We sincerely appreciate your support!

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Lake Carroll News, February 2019

GM Report

My main focus has been the budget; this has allowed me to work closely with the department managers to refine the operating portion of the budget. While this is not the best way to start a new position, it did afford me an opportunity to work with the managers and come up to speed with the operations of Lake Carroll.

There are many opportunities to control spending and lower the operating cost of each department. During this time between budgets, we are operating within the confines of the 2018 budget, but we are very aware of the reductions that are forecasted in the 2019 budget.

I am also instituting procedures to control purchasing and increase Dick Schwalbenberg accountability of managers for their individual budgets. These General Manager include purchase requisitions and accounting by line item for their spending. Procedures are changing and I will approve purchasing and verify budget spending prior to orders being placed.

I have reviewed the Auditors report and can report that 80% of the deficiencies are corrected and I am working on having the remainder done by the end of the month. I will also start institutionalizing how we do things and having this documented in standard procedures so we are able to continue if an individual is unavailable to work. I am also looking at purchasing agreements for food and other items so we can receive contract pricing and rebates.

The ski hill operations have been the most challenging due to the aged equipment. Currently the ski hill T-bar lift is not operational. We are awaiting quotes for repairs, but the original bid was over $7,900. I have contact Chestnut Ski Area, on the suggestion of Ryan FitzSimmons, and I am working with their marketing department to obtain a reduced lift ticket rate. Once obtained, I will send the details out in an e-blast. This amenity is key to our four season resort and we need to take a good look at options that will serve us into the future.

I spoke with Joe Mattingly at Galena Territory and with Susan his Accounting Manager.

They have decided to move to Northstar for their Club Management software as that system will handle all their operations better than iMIS: Golf, Restaurant, Membership, Sports Club, Accounting and Billing. Susan’s comment was that they have a lot of custom programming on iMIS and this is not compatible with the iMIS upgrades. Basically, as they upgrade the software they are losing functionally of the custom programming. I don’t feel that we have the amount of custom applications that they do, so this will not be a problem. I also feel that we need to embrace what iMIS can do and use its features, rather than try to customize it to do things the way we have in the past. Our plan is to upgrade iMIS and begin adding new features and functions so we can develop a member website, add online payments, invoicing and voting. iMis will become our way of open communication with members.

Below is a snapshot of December 2018 preliminary financial report and Lisa V.’s notes.

Dues Collection for 2018 (Assessment Income and Fixed Asset) – we budgeted to collect $3,457,200 (2150 DPE). We finished the year at $3,437,390.20 (2137.7 DPE), for a Dues shortage of $19,809.80. Of this shortage, $13,932 is Operating and 5,878 is Fixed Asset.

PERSONNEL: Administration Payroll is way high for December due to having 2 General Manager salaries in December, and Mike S. severance package.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES: For December: This includes the expense for the Valve Repair. Luckily we the result was a “good case scenario” and everything is fine, thus, we didn’t incur the huge expense that we were anticipating For Year to Date: The YTD number includes $36,500 for Water Front Weed Treatment costs.

This expense is offset in Other Income of $38,400.

SUPPLIES: For Year to Date: Overall, there are about 4 line items that are way overspent in 2018 – Membership Supplies (this is all the decals for all the cars, ATV’s, Golf Carts, Boats, etc and envelopes), and Clubhouse Cleaning Supplies, Clothing and Uniforms, and Paper Products.

Together, these line items are almost $14,000 or 35% over budget. I will need to look into Membership Supplies with staff and see if we over purchased and have inventory left VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT: For Year to Date: In 2018, we experienced damage to our Docks in the West Marina, and this created an almost $57,000 expenditure for a line item that was budgeted for $6,000. LCA did receive $50,000 in insurance reimbursements. This income is shown in Other Income.

BUILDING AND GROUNDS: For Year to Date: There are 3 line items where we experienced major overages. Building Maintenance for the Pool – for safety reasons, we spent $10,000 to correct leaks in pipes. The Clubhouse Building did not incur any real big expenditure for any specific thing, but budget was overspent $13,000 on a $13,000 budget. The third line item is Road Maintenance. There was a $5,000 expenditure to repair the sides of the Spillway Bridge, and lots of road chips and salt. These items together were $80,900 with a budget of $39,500.

MISCELLANEOUS: For Year to Date: This area is under budget overall, mainly due to Administration Credit Card fees being $20,000 under budget.

UTILITIES, TAXES & INSURANCE For Year to Date: This area is under budget by design. When LCA made the decision to partner with NICOR to bring natural gas to the Association, there was a capital outlay for LCA of $546,000. In order to pay this off, it was decided that the savings that the Association incurred each year by converting our facilities from LP to NICOR would be used to pay down that debt. So, the LP budget that existed when the Association was a major consumer of LP is the same budget that we have now for NICOR. This is where the savings are derived. The difference between what was budgeted and the actual NICOR expense is the “savings” and this is used to pay down the NICOR debt. For 2018, this amount was just over $45,000.

TRANSFERS, CONTRIBUTIONS & CONTINGENCY There was $30,455 of unbudgeted expense for the GM Search.

OTHER INCOME Income associated with the Golf Course are all under budget by 10% (27,000). Administration is under budget due to lack of Building Permits, Lack of Association Lots sales. The Pool and Recreation Complex actually came in 13% over budget ($4,000) Campground came in under budget mainly due to lack of Daily/Weekly Camping Fees ($3,300 and 30% under) Ski Hill was under budget due to lack of open days of operation.

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Notes from the Office

By Missy Clark, Accounts Receivable & Front Desk Supervisor MEMBERSHIP AMENITY CARDS & DECALS

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.

We are processing the 2019 Information Sheets. Please display your new decals upon receipt. Your 2019 Information Sheet, current insurance, and registrations information must be returned to the office with your payment to receive the 2019 decals. Effective February 1, 2019 a $100.00 late fee has been added to all unpaid accounts. 2019 payments received postmarked

by January 31, 2019 were not assessed the late fee. Thank you for your cooperation. If you have questions regarding your payment, please call Missy at 815-493-2552 ext 114.

ASSIGNED BOAT SLIPS

Users of assigned boat slips in 2018 will be sent 2019 assignment letters by January 31, 2019. Monies and forms must be returned to the office before February 20, 2019 to secure a slip. Failure to return this form will be considered a negative response and the slip will be made available to new marina slip users. All assessments & fees must be current to apply for a marina slip.

MARINA LOTTERY (New Boat Slip Users/Non-Deeded)

Saturday, March 2, 2019 will be the 1st day new marina users may apply for a boat slip. The Conference Center will be open at 8:00am. The lottery will begin at 8:30am.

Members in good standing must apply in person. PLEASE REFER TO THE RULES & REGULATIONS, MARINA SLIP ASSIGNMENT FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON THE PROCEDURES.

BOAT SAFETY CLASS

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

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OFFICE DIRECTORY

Carly Kruse, Front Desk Donna Beyer, Communications Dir. Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager Lisa Vanderheyden, HR Mgr / Finance Missy Clark, Accounts Receivable Arlene Gries, Administrative Assistant Michelle Burton, Administrative Assistant Security (815-493-2599 or 815-275-6122) Joyce Stadel, Finance Assistant Cindy Lemm, Front Desk

DIRECT PHONE NUMBERS

One Boat Safety Class has been scheduled at LAKE CARROLL for Saturday, April 20, 2019, 8am-4:30pm. This required class will be held at the Clubhouse (lower level). This class must be completed before a boat may be registered at LAKE CARROLL. The Front Desk will have a sign-up sheet available after March 1, 2019. Please call 815-493-2552, ext 110 or 120 if you wish to sign up for this class.

Don Aleksy, Facilities Director . . .

Donna Aleksy, Recreation Dir . . .

Lake Carroll Security . . . . . . . . .

Doug Rominski, Building Insp . .

Joe Rush, Lake Manager . . . . . .

Deb Stagno, Technology Dir . . .

CAMPGROUND SEASONAL BILLING

Carroll Co. Sheriff . . . . . . 815-244-2635 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Lake Carroll Security . . . . 815-493-2552 or 815-275-6122 Association Business Hours Monday – Saturday 8 am to 4:30pm

Bills for the 2019 season will be mailed approximately February 12, 2019. Seasonal camping fees are due on or before March 30, 2019 to secure your site for the upcoming season. Fees for the camping season this year are $615.00 plus $30.00 for the camper decal.

CAMPGROUND LOTTERY

A lottery will be conducted on the 1st Saturday in March at 10am at the Conference Center. Members in good standing wishing to be added to the Campground Waiting List for a seasonal site must be present at the lottery. This year’s lottery will be held March 2, 2019.

Conference Center doors will open at 9:30am and the lottery will be conducted at 10am.

PLEASE REFER TO THE RULES & REGULATIONS, Campground Section I Seasonal Site Lottery & Assignments.

GOLF TRAIL & STORAGE FEES

Golf fees will be mailed to owners with registered golf carts approximately February 12, 2019. These forms & monies must be received in the LAKE CARROLL office by March 30, 2019. Decals will be issued upon receipt of monies & proper insurance requirements. 2019 Fees: Trail fee - $200.00; Golf Storage - $345 for a gas cart and $425 for an electric cart; Golf Cart Decal - $30.00 (Each of these fees are “per cart”).

BOAT & CAMPER STORAGE

Members who used the Camper & Boat Storage sites during the 2018 Association year will be mailed notices for the upcoming Summer Season approximately February 12, 2019. These forms must be returned with your monies by March 30, 2019 to reserve your spot. If you have questions, please call 815-493-2552 ext 110 or ext 120. New assignments must be made with the Front Desk before parking your boat and/or camper.

2019 HOMEOWNER DIRECTORY

All Lake Carroll Homeowners (with a Lanark ‘493’ phone # or cell phone number which is used as the primary number at your Lake residence) will be included in the directory unless we receive notification via the form included with your 2019 Information sheet. The “Lake Phone Number” on your 2019 Information Sheet will be the number published in the directory. If you DO NOT want your lake phone number to appear in the upcoming directory, you MUST return the form. If you have questions regarding the directory, please call the front desk (ext 110 or ext 120) at 815-493-2552.

MEMBERSHIP ID CARDS

If you have not yet supplied the office with your photos, please email them to photoid@ golakecarroll.com; the Front Desk Staff will be taking pictures throughout the year. There is no charge to update the children’s cards. Amenity cards are issued only to members in good standing and as time and resources allow.

REMINDERS

- The Admin Office is again accepting Visa/Master/Discover for dues payments, in addition to other goods and services offered. There is a 3.25% assessment on all credit card transactions.

- Vehicle decals will not be issued until the make/model, year, license plate & a copy of YOUR CURRENT STATE REGISTRATION CARD for each vehicle is received. Decal fee is $30.00.

- One Member per lot must have completed the Boater Safety course before watercrafts are registered.

Hope you’re having a fun winter at the Lake!

815-291-2898 815-499-5425 815-275-6122 815-821-5296 815-297-5637 815-291-9209

LAKE CARROLL NEWS USPS 008387 The Lake Carroll News is published monthly by Sauk Valley Media (SVM), 3200 E. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081.

It is mailed to all Lake Carroll Association members in good standing and paid for by a portion of the annual dues. Non-members may purchase the Lake Carroll News for $12/ year. Direct subscription inquiries to editor@ golakecarroll.com or 815-493-2552 ext 111.

Periodicals postage paid at Lanark, IL 61046 and additional offices.

Advertising and Classified deadline is the 15th of each month. Contact Mike Ford at mford@saukvalley.com, 815-625-3600 ext 5616, or mail to Sauk Valley Media, Attn: Lake Carroll News, 3200 E. Lincolnway, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081. The Lake Carroll Association and SMV, as agents, nor the printer assume financial liability for production errors in or non-insertion of any advertisement beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. Corrections will be printed in the following month’s edition, provided the Lake Carroll News does not endorse or guarantee the ads. Advertiser indemnifies and holds harmless the Lake Carroll Association from any and all cost, damage, or loss sustained and caused by or resulting from any false, misleading, or libelous claims made in any advertisement placed by the advertiser.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Lake Carroll News, 3-200 Association Dr, Lake Carroll, IL 61046.

Lake Carroll News, February 2019

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Table of Contents

Administration GM Report........................................................ 2A Lotteries-Marina & Camp......................... 1A&3A Office Hours...................................................... 3A Office Notes...................................................... 3A Staff Directory.................................................. 3A Board of Directors BOD Meeting Schedule.................................... 1A BOD Member List............................................ 6A Minutes – 12/2/2018......................................... 6A Minutes – 12/8/2018 Workshop........................ 8A Minutes – 12/20/2018 Phone............................ 9A Minutes – 1/12/2019 Special.......................... 12A Minutes – 1/12/2019 Workshop...................... 10A President’s Message.......................................... 5A Calendars - Events/Committees/Club.................. 7A Classifieds.......................................................... 14B Clubhouse Update.............................................. 16A Community Connection.................................... 4B Communication GM Report to Board....................................... 12A Infrastructure Comm Seek Members.............. 17A I Heard it through the “Grapevine”................... 6A Marketing-Lake Home & Cabin Show............. 1B Standing Committees........................................ 6A Financial Financials 2018-12............................................ 2A Letter from BOD Treasurer............................... 1A Garden Club – Org Mtg..................................... 14A Golf Ladies Lg Sign-Up.......................................... 16A Men’s Duffers Sign-Up................................... 16A Kommunity Korner............................................ 17A Lake & Natural Resources Angler of the Year Contest................................ 9B Bass Tournament Schedule............................... 9B Catch of the Day............................................... 7B E Fork Watershed Mtgs..................................... 8B Fishing Club App.............................................. 8B Fish Tales.......................................................... 8B Hatchery Open House....................................... 8B Lake & Natural Resources.............................. 12B Tackle Box...................................................... 10B Member Meeting – Special 2019 Budget Meeting Notice.................................................. 5A Proposed Budget............................................. 13A Proposed Fixed Asset Budget......................... 14A Proposed Fee Schedule................................... 15A Letter from BOD Treasurer............................... 1A President’s Message.......................................... 5A Photo Club Photo of the Month – Dan Aho (28-14)............ 1B Prairie Club........................................................ 13B Recipe Corner– Trailside................................... 15B Recreation Lodge Rental..................................................... 6B Plumtree Lounge & Kitchen............................. 3B Community Connection.................................... 4B Ski Hill Schedule.............................................. 2B Recreation Classes Exercise (Varies)............................................. 11A TOPS............................................................... 11A Yoga................................................................ 11A Recreation Events Adventure Camp – Save Date........................... 6B Winter Carnival................................................. 3B Safety & Security/EMS Neighborhood Watch........................................ 4A Residential House Checks......................................

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Safety First - Ice................................................ 4A Security Notes................................................... 4A Women’s Club 20th Anniversary Celebration............... 18A&19A Blanket Project................................................ 19A Coffee Hour.................................................... 19A Member Form................................................. 18A Yacht Club Member Form................................. 10B Robbers Bingo................................................ 10B

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 December 2018

Luke Fossett Security Supervisor

House Checks - 4021 Amenity Checks - 1051 Service Calls - 205 Complaints - 6 Deliveries - 62

Assist Motorists - 2 Alarms - 1 Ambulance Calls - 4 Activated Low Temperature Lights - 3

ATTENTION BOAT, UTV & ATV OWNERS Beginning summer season 2019 Lake Carroll Association has introduced these new policies along with two new corresponding safety quizzes. One quiz deals with Trail usage and the other with Lake usage.

TRAIL: All UTV and ATV operators including guests must successfully take the UTV / ATV Safety Quiz. A certificate will be awarded when the quiz is completed. A copy of the certificate must be carried with the operator or a photo of the quiz may be saved to a smart phone and will be requested by Security during safety checks.

LAKE: When operating a watercraft on Lake Carroll at least one person on the boat must have successfully completed the Lake Carroll Boater Safety quiz. Guests must also take the quiz if they are boating solo or riding a Jet Ski solo. A copy of the certificate must be carried with the operator or a photo of the quiz may be saved to a smart phone and will be requested by security during safety checks. All other registration requirements remain the same.

The quizzes can be found on the Lake Carroll website in the near future. Look for a new “Quizzes” option in the top menu bar. Watch for announcements on our website and in our Grapevine email blasts to know when it’s available.

RESIDENTIAL BURNING I would also like to discuss burning. For all burning at Lake Carroll (with the exception of the Campground), the property owner must contact the Front Desk or Security to receive a burn permit. Below are the Rules and Regulation pertaining to burning at Lake Carroll. They can be found on page 19, 52.02 (I) & (J) in the 2019 Lake Carroll Rules and Regulation.

(I) No owner shall burn trash, garbage or other like household refuse without a permit from the A&E Committee, nor shall any owner accumulate on his or her lot [more] litter, refuse or garbage, except in receptacles provided for such purposes.

(J) No person shall burn fallen trees, shrubs or any grasses within Lake Carroll unless such person has notified the Security Department. Persons engaged in burning of materials shall at all times be present and in control of any such burning activity.

WINTER CAUTION When the snow flies at Lake Carroll, please slow down while driving. Many times our roads will not be completely clear of snow and ice like the highways you travel to get to Lake Carroll. Our roads receive much less traffic than the highways, lack of traffic causes a longer time for our roads to clear up completely. If a significant snow storm hits Lake Carroll and you do not need to travel, please stay home, give our maintenance department time to clear the roads properly before venturing out. Give our snow plows plenty of room while clearing snow, many times their vision is impaired do to the snow, let’s have a safe winter driving season.

If you are an ice fisherman please use extreme caution when heading out on the ice.

According to the LCA Rules & Regulations, “Use of the frozen lake surface is not prohibited; however, the Association does not, nor will it, encourage or sanction such use. Use of the frozen lake surface is at the operator’s own risk.”

LITTERING PROHIBITED Littering I will say it again LITTERING, it is very disheartening having to bring up this subject in a place as beautiful as Lake Carroll. We all know it is illegal to throw garbage or cigarette butts out of a vehicle window. I have been receiving complaints from property owners about this very thing. Please do not litter, if you see someone littering don’t turn your head, try and get a license plate number or vehicle description and call security.

I would like to wish all the property owners and their guests a safe and enjoyable winter season and DON’T’ FORGET YEILD 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: All drones must be registered with the FAA; this means all drones flown in Lake Carroll must be registered. This website will provide more information https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/ DID YOU KNOW: Snowmobiles have a speed limit in Lake Carroll of 30 miles per hour.

Snowmobiles are prohibited from crossing private lots and can only use Lake Carroll roadways to access the trail system. This information in located in the Lake Carroll Governing Documents: Title V: Rules and Regulations, Chapter 53.03 (B)(4) & (E)(2).

DID YOU KNOW: It is illegal to let you 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).

Neighborhood Watch

By Mike Siciliano, NW Coordinator

LET’S BE GOOD NEIGHBORS…

Winter is now in full swing with so many LC residences away for the winter. This is the time to show them that we can be great neighbors. Do this by watching their houses and property. Report any suspicious activity involving vehicles in a neighbor’s driveway when you know they are away.

Report a red light on in a window to Security. Red light on could mean their furnace went out.

Reporting it could avoid busted pipes and a huge cost to repair and a horrible mess and clean up. Another thing we can show those snowbirds is we at home can still have fun in our winter paradise. Get out and enjoy the tubing hill, ski hill and ice rink. You don’t have to partake, just watch the families having a great time. Go to the movies. This time of the year the movie theaters show the movies that are nominated for the awards. Get off the couch, take a ride around our property, and take in the beauty of LC in the winter. Remember, we are a four-season community Talking about driving in the winter, when it gets really bad out. Driving on our roads that are Icey or covered in snow, people have to be patient. Our maintenance dept. will get to it.

Everyone has to remember that most of our plow drivers live outside of LC and have to drive during hazardous road conditions to get to our LC plows. If you don’t have to drive somewhere, stay home and let our guys do their work.

As many of us out here already know, cell phone coverage can be very frustrating. If you are out there and have no cell signal for your cell phone, here is the list of locations of the stationary outdoor landline phones around the LC property that can be used by anyone for emergency calls. No local or long distance calling…just 911. When you have a chance, check them out.

Locations: West Marina- Concession, on wall beside entrance door East Marina- Inside post of Pavilion Pro Shop- wall outside front door Lodge- hallway wall before work out room (hallway open 24 hrs.)

Campground—outside wall between shower rooms.

REVERSE911 EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

I would like to remind our LC Members about our Reverse911 notification system. This system was implemented around 6 years ago and is offered to LC members at no cost. It was designed to warn property owners about severe weather (tornado, high strait line winds in our vicinity, blizzards, etc). It may also be used to alert of any hazardous situations that are occurring at LC such as road closures or flooding, etc. You can find the registration form to join the Reverse911 System on our website under Membership/General Information in the Document Library, or at the Admin Office. You will have a choice of “Phone call” or “Text” to receive the emergency messages. We recommend that you choose TEXT as you r preferred method. Text messages are sent to all numbers simultaneously and are therefore the quickest method to reach the most numbers in the quickest timeframe. Phone calls have to be dialed and that means it takes a while for the auto-dialing system to get through the list of phone numbers to call.

Ice Safety Tips

By Matt Ripplinger, Member of the LC Safety & Security Committee

While Lake Carroll Association’s Rules & Regulations state, “Use of the frozen lake surface is not prohibited; however, the Association does not, nor will it, encourage or sanction such use. Use of the frozen lake surface is at the operator’s own risk,” we know some Members venture out on the lake in the winter, so here are some safety tips in case you choose to do so.

THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU GO OUT ON THE FROZEN LAKE: - Ice conditions very from lake to lake. Find a good source – a local bait shop or someone that is knowledgeable about ice conditions on the lake you want to fish on.

- Purchase a pair of ice pics or ice claws, which are available at most sporting goods stores.

- Tell a responsible adult where you are going and what time to expect you back. Relaying your plan to someone else can help save your life if something does happen to you on the ice WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT ICE: You can’t always tell the strength of ice, simply by its look, its thickness, its temperature or whether or not it is covered with snow. Clear ice that has a blush tint is the strongest. Ice formed by melted and refrozen snow appears milky, and is very porous and weak. Ice covered by snow should always be presumed unsafe. Snow acts like an insulating blanket and slows the freezing process. Ice under the snow will be thinner and weaker.

Be especially cautious in areas where air temperatures have fluctuated. A warm spell may take several days to weaken the ice.

VENTURING OUT ON THE ICE: The DNR does not recommend and Lake Carroll does not allow taking your car or truck out onto the ice at any time.

- White ice or milky looking ice is only about half as strong as clear ICE. - If you are walking out on a frozen body of water with a group, avoid crossing ice single file and avoid standing together in one spot. Spread out.

- Never venture out alone - Look for any large cracks or depressions in the ice and avoid these areas.

IF YOU FALL THROUGH: - Try to remain calm - Don’t remove your winter clothing. Heavy clothes won’t drag you down, but instead can trap air to provide warmth and flotation. This is especially true with a snowmobile suit.

- If you have them, jab the points of the ice pick into the ice, while vigorously kicking your feet & pull yourself onto the surface by sliding forward on the ice. You could also use your show cleats if you have them.

- Roll away from the area of weak ice. Rolling on the ice will distribute your weight to help avoid breaking through.

- Call 911 and seek immediate medical attention if you feel disoriented, or have uncontrollable shivering, or have any other ill effects that may be symptoms of hypothermia (The lifethreatening drop in a body’s core temperature) If you’re choose to ride your snowmobile on a lake and the ice breaks or you find yourself having to cross open water, just continue at a very fast speed. Snowmobiles have been able to cross open water successfully, if they keep moving quickly. Do not slow down.

Let’s be safe out there & have a great February!

Lake Carroll News, February 2019

President’s Message

Dear Fellow Lake Carroll Members,

By the time you are reading this article you should be receiving your ballot to approve the Board’s proposed 2019 budget. If you recall, when this Board was installed at Tom Bogusevic the Annual Meeting on December Board President 2, 2018, it was announced that the proposed budget, with a $320 annual dues increase, had been resoundingly rejected by membership. We also learned just days before, that it was likely that our Association was facing a significant operating loss for 2018. In addition, we had a new General Manager, Dick Schwalbenberg, starting the next day.

The message that membership was giving the new Board was to stabilize things, both financially and managerially. Members wanted the Board to among other things: • run Lake Carroll like a business and hold people accountable for its successful operation • reduce operating costs and implement structural change • reinvest in our infrastructure, but in a way that is more affordable • create and articulate a plan for the future • begin regularly contributing money to reserves • do a much better job of communicating with our members.

Our first priority was to prepare a new budget. We needed a budget that membership would support, one that addressed the needs above, but one that the Board could UNANIMOUSLY agree on. If we, the Board, couldn’t agree on the budget, how could we ask members to support it?

The new General Manager, Dick Schwalbenberg, had about a month to familiarize himself with his operation.

He needed to reduce the projected loss. The Board made it clear to everyone that the GM was in charge of all operations. There was to be no interference by the Board in daily operations. Dick has come up to speed very quickly and has really hit the ground running.

During this first month, the Board and GM were busy meeting with the Steering and Finance Committees, helping to shape our budget constraints. In addition, we met individually with a diverse group of members, from all parts of our community. We needed to hear all sides of the issues. We were trying to get a feel for what it was going to take to get a budget passed.

Finally, it was time to start pulling the budget together. Dick, together with his managers, built each departments budget line by line. Each line item was scrutinized. The operating budget presented to us was $150,000 less than the operating budget presented in December. We asked Dick if he was confident that he could provide the members with the level of service that they were used to. He replied that the level of service will be higher.

Meanwhile, the Board felt we could afford to spend between $800,000 and $1,000,000 on fixed assets, depending on the final number of the operating budget.

Dick worked with his managers and identified many of the same items that the Steering Committee identified as priorities. In addition, he added one or two new ones that were operational priorities.

The Board feels strongly that there is a need to build up our Fixed Asset Reserve. There is currently $733,520 in it . We feel that it is low relative to the size of our Association. A more substantial reserve would help offset the need for a special assessment and strengthen our balance sheet.

The budget we are presenting to you has what we think you asked us for: • We have a new and capable General Manager that is accountable for all the Lake Carroll Operations.

• The lodge, pool, and golf course will all get the repairs necessary to operate them more efficiently.

• Necessary changes are being made at the Clubhouse.

• The budget includes investment in IT upgrades to streamline administrative work, provide on-line voting and bill paying and provide key card entry to amenities for easier access and real data on owner amenity usage.

• The budget includes a contingency of $64,000, a prudent business practice.

• The budget includes a $105,000 contribution to the Fixed Asset Reserve fund.

• We have created the position of Owner Liaison to answer member questions and the Board and GM are making a concerted effort to send e-blast updates to members on a regular basis.

There is a philosophical shift taking place at Lake Carroll. This is just as much a business as it is a community.

Please vote YES for this budget. It will allow us to begin to do the things that you elected us to do.

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2019 SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE

By Donna Beyer, Communications Director

In accordance with the By-Laws, “Meetings of Members” found in Chapter 33.20-33.26, notice is hereby given of a Special Meeting of the Lake Carroll Association that will take place on Friday, March 1, 2019. The topic of order is to ratify the vote of the membership on the proposed 2019 Operating and Fixed Asset Budget. This meeting will be held in the Lake Carroll Conference Center. Registration will open at 6:00pm, followed by commencement of the meeting at 6:30pm. Please present your LCA Member ID Card at Registration.

You will receive your Special Meeting Packet containing all pertinent materials in early February. Review all information and instructions carefully to ensure your proxy is properly validated. Only members in good standing are eligible to vote.

Vote! Your opinion is important. This is your opportunity to be heard.

REMINDERS: - All delinquent dues & Association fees (mowing, marina concession charges, citations, chlorine bills, etc.) must be paid in full to exercise your voting privileges concerning the 2019 Budget. If you were paying your dues on a quarterly basis, the first quarterly payment was due January 31, 2019. As of February 1, 2019, $100.00 late fees have been added to all unpaid quarterly accounts.

- Proxies for the 2019 Special Meeting may be returned to the Association Office any time prior to the meeting on March 1, 2019. Once again, Please read the directions included in your special meeting packet. Unsigned proxies will be voided.

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Lake Carroll Association

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

For additional information go to

www.golakecarroll.com

2019 Lake Carroll

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tom Bogusevic (31-10) President Term: 2019-2021 #1 708-269-2137 tomb@golakecarroll.com

Dave Pacione (1-13)

Vice President Term: 2017-2019 #1 630-212-9161 dpac@golakecarroll.com

Ryan FitzSimmons (16-159) Secretary Term: 2019-2021 #1 847-772-7883 fitzsir@icloud.com

Steve Mack (28-31)

Treasurer Term: 2019-2021 #1 847-657-6600 x106 Steve@mackTracks.com

Dave Allgood (15-3) Director Term: 2018-2020 #1 815-566-7224 w4anp@yahoo.com

Alan Cazzato (5-260)

Director Term: 2018-2020 #1 312-446-2950 acazzato@sbcglobal.net

Cliff Mortenson (16-167) Director Term: 2018-2019 #1 630-768-0454 cjmort1@aol.com

General Manager Dick Schwalbenberg 815-493-2552 ext 112 815-297-5021 dschwalbenberg@golakecarroll.com

Minutes of the Lake Carroll Board of Directors Meeting, Clubhouse Lower Level - December 2, 2018

I. Call to Order by Dave Pacione at 1:35 PM. Present and Constituting a Quorum: Tom Bogusevic, Director Dave Pacione, President Ryan FitzSimmons, Director Steve Mack, Director Alan Cazzato, Treasurer Cliff Mortenson, Director Rick Jensen, Director Others Present: Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager Mike Schmieder, General Manager

II. Motion by Rick Jensen to approve the Agenda; second by Steve Mack. Discussion on supporting work for New Business. All in Favor III. Approval of Board Minutes – 11/16/2018 Motion by Cliff Mortenson to approve the Board Minutes of 11/16/2018, second by Rick Jensen. All in Favor IV. Approval of Board Special Minutes – 10/30/2018 Motion by Rick Jensen to approve the Board Minutes of 10/30/2018, second by Ryan FitzSimmons. All in Favor V. President’s Comments We know the results of the budget vote and I am excited to work with the new Board.

We will have a special board meeting on December 8th. We will work with the new General Manager, Dick Schwalbenberg.

Discussion to have Finance and Steering Committees meet in the morning of December 8th. Board Workshop will be at 1PM. Possibility of having another Board Meeting on December 21, 2018.

Jeff Howe stated that Board could vote on a budget with up to a 15% increase according to CICA. Discussion that our By-laws are more specific on this and we need a vote of the membership.

VI. Audience Questions/Remarks 3-31 - Barbara Anderson: comments on having Clubhouse open on Monday nights.

Closed now but historically we broke even on these nights.

Norm ??: Was president when last budget failed. Met as a Board and did a budget without an increase so it would pass. Advises not to do that or look at increase allowed by CICA. 15-122 –Tyler: Are you coming up with a payment for dues payments monthly. Last year paid semiannually and paid two service charges of $25. Mike S. next year there will be a monthly ACH program with an $8 handling fee.

31-91 - Joanie Perez: Finance and Steering was charged to give the Board what they felt was needed. Now that the budget failed we need to review and offer other options for Fixed Asset Budget.

Cindy ??: asked about service charge and why it is being charged for monthly ACH payments. Joanie Perez responded that the reason is that there is a lot of work needed to process and update systems. Is there any way to reduce the $600 transfer fee? Board can

consider this. Last increase was 1-24 - Mike Siciliano: Denise had given her notice and asking if Mike S. should be considered for the Clubhouse Manager.

27-27 Jeff Howe: Nicor is holding $500,000 of our money until more homes become users. We need to encourage more owners to sign up.

VII. Nominations for Officers The following Board Members were nominated for the following positions: President: Dave Pacione and Tom Bogusevic Vice President: Dave Pacione and Cliff Mortenson Treasurer: Steve Mack and Alan Cazzato Secretary: Ryan FitzSimmons and Cliff Mortenson VIII. Election of Officers The following officers were elected by majority vote for 2019: President: Tom Bogusevic Vice President: Dave Pacione Treasurer: Steve Mack Secretary: Ryan FitzSimmons IX. Appointment of Committee Liaisons The following is the committee liaison assignments: A&E – Cliff Mortenson Clubhouse – Dave Pacione Finance – Steve Mack Infrastructure – Rick Jensen Lake – Cliff Mortenson Marketing – Alan Cazzato Recreation – Ryan FitzSimmons By-Laws – Ryan FitzSimmons Campground – Tom Bogusevic Golf – Tom Bogusevic Steering – Steve Mack Safety – Dave Pacione Wildlife – Rick Jensen LIP – Cliff Mortenson X. Unfinished Business None XI. New Business a. Discussion regarding the BOD meeting for Friday, December 21, 2018 in the Conference Room. Board Workshop on Saturday, December 8, 2018 in the conference room. Discussion of moving Board Meeting to Lower Level of the Clubhouse. Deb Stagno will look into getting the camera to work and microphones for this room. b. Discussion regarding Forensic analysis of LC server.

John Grotto is concerned that there was a hack and information was taken from the server. We cannot do a forensic analysis as the disk is back in service and overwriting. We have the network logs and the server was not hacked. Nothing came through the firewall it was a virus in an email. We need to establish an Incident Response Plan for any future incidents. We do have cyber risk insurance.

Discussion on Credit Card security.

Below is the email form David Rundall, Technical Services Division Manager with Computer Dynamics.

“A I’m sure you’re already aware, the server did not get hacked into. The server was infected by Ransomware which was caused by someone opening an infected

email. The association’s money would be better spent educating the staff on what to look for and what not to click on to prevent Ransomware and spyware from infecting the network. Please let me know if you have any Questions.” c. Discussion regarding extension to execute rip-rap repairs.

Dave received emails regarding repair of the dam valve. Can we as a Board extend the rip-rap repair beyond October 18, 2019?

Owners have already had two years to get the work done. Joe Rush asked that if they have a contract and permit and the work will be done after November 2019, then they should not be fined. Others who have ignored the prior letters should be fined. Member said they only have received one letter and cannot do the work themselves because the lake is too high and should not be fined. There are about 160 original letters and about 24 members have not responded and will receive the $1,000 fine. There were two letters sent out to letters and the fine letter only went to those who did not respond to the prior letter.

Dave P. asked if we can extend the date to November 15, 2019 for an exception for one time only? d. Discussion regarding ski hill.

Dave P. asked Mike S. to stop making snow.

Any future decisions about making snow should be an operations decision.

XII. Board Director Comments Steve M. commented on the experience of the election. There was a very qualified group of candidates.

Tom B. commented on the nice things about the Board members leaving, and what will be said in three years about the new members.

The best thing will be that we did what we said we would do. We really need to get 7-0 votes of the board to show stability and that the Board is working together to move forward.

Cliff M. commented on the support of Mike over the years.

XIII. Audience Questions/Remarks a. It is normal practice not to have a backup plan for the budget or the lodge. Any amenities closing? Steve M. said we have to see what happens before a backup plan is announced. There will be a lot of work at the Workshop and Meetings scheduled. b. Thanks Mike S. for his work with the Association. c. Likes comments about 7-0 votes on the Board and would like to see this happen.

Let’s let the General Manager be the General Manager, not the Board the General Manager.

XIV. Adjourn to Executive Session Motion by Ryan F. to Adjourn to Executive Session; second by Dave Pacione. All in Favor. Return to Open Session at 3:18 PM XV. Adjourn Motion to adjourn by Dave Pacione; second by Steve Mack. All in favor. Meeting adjourned at 3:20 PM. These minutes approved the 25th day of January, 2019.

ATTESTED: Ryan FitzSimmons, Board Secretary

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Minutes of the Lake Carroll Board of Directors Workshop, Conference Center - December 8, 2018 at 1:00 PM

I. Call to Order by Tom Bogusevic at 1:00 PM Present and Constituting a Quorum: Tom Bogusevic, President Dave Pacione, Vice President Ryan FitzSimmons, Secretary Steve Mack, Treasurer Alan Cazzato, Director Cliff Mortenson, Director Rick Jensen, Director Others Present: Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager Lisa Vanderheyden, Finance Director II. Pledge of Allegiance III. President’s Comments Introduction of Dick Schwalbenberg and review of process to put together a new budget. We worked with Finance and Steering Committees this morning and will discuss those results.

A few key numbers from 30,000 feet view.

Invoiced 2248 DPE for 2018 Budgeted 2150 DPE for 2018 Projected 2130 DPE will pay in 2018 A/R in 2018 projection $906,000 which includes 581,700 in LIP. 100 members have not paid anything for the LIP. A/R for 2017 is $147,193 A/R for 2016 and prior is $473,458 Forecast to have an operational loss in 2018 of $160,000. We have had operational losses in previous years. Cash this year there a cash shortage and we may have to use our Line of Credit. We also have an increase in health insurance of $40,000 for 2018.

We need to have a budget that is a 7-0 Board vote to show our credibility. We need an approved budget by March or we will use the 2018 budget and cannot do any Fixed Asset expenses.

Steve Mack reviewed the budget and reminded that we can’t blame anybody but need to move forward and work out a budget.

We need to acknowledge the situation and we are not in a critical situation.

Steve Reviewed what a DPE is. Dues Paying Entity – or member.

For example: if we take 2000 DPE and we are $160,000 behind that is $80 per DPE. Prior budget had a $320 increase and it did not pass. In that budget was $200 for FA and that left $120 for operations budget, per DPE. Dick and the Board have been working on how to lower money. Dick was asked to lower the budget for operations. We were able to reduce Operations by $100,000 which is $50 per DPE. Redoing the numbers with the savings we have a new number of $170 DPE. We need to collect more money, but that will not make an effect for six months.

Finance and Steering were asked to reduce FA from $1.4M to $930-950,000. Need to cut $450,000 which is still $170 DEP increase for the 2019 budget. Discussions follow on ways to lower the expenses per DPE and what items need to be reviewed.

We are looking at cash flow. Under current situations if we went to ACH monthly payments, we could create a larger problem with cash flow. Steve invited members to contact him if they wanted to review any of these numbers.

IV. Audience Questions/Remarks. a. 15-18 Joe Rush: Asked about cash flow and accessing the line of credit can we borrow from LIP funds.. Lisa V. and Steve M. mentioned that we do have a line of credit line, but we cannot borrow from Fixed Asset Reserve funds. We need to determine the actual shortage and may slow down the budget process until we have actuals in January. b. 1-90 Larry Meyers: Asked what will happen if budget is not

passed and recommended that money be taken from roads and golf course. Steve M. said that the Steering Committee suggested we do that. We are going to get this budget passed. c. 3-31 Barbara Anderson: Collect fees for Golf and Pool. Tom B. said this was talked about this morning at the Committee meetings. d. 19-36 Mike Stremp: Increase fees for cart usage e. Impact on amenities. Steve M. said that will be decided today.

Tom B. mentioned that the pool liner has to be ordered and it cannot be done until we have a budget so the opening will be delayed.

V. Budget Workshop Steve M. reviewed the Fixed Asset Budget. Currently at $1.04M. The task is how to work on the projects over the next five years.

R16 – Trailer for Maintenance $10,300. Cliff M. said that he knows of a trailer for $5k that exceeds the quality.

R4 – Tractor of Maintenance $120k. Cliff M. asked about financing the tractor. Local dealer will do a 5 year zero interest load for the tractor and 3 attachments. This would be an operational expense of 24K per year. Other option would be to outsource the mowing of the fields.

R2 – Back 9 irrigation system. Ryan F. proposal to break the down projects to multiple years. Irrigation project for two years with $200K in 2019 and $108k in 2020. Materials purchased in 2019 and installed in 2020.

Alan C. asked to redo the spreadsheet starting at zero and building this up to what we can afford for 2019, total was $719k or $359/ DPE. Allan removed Lodge siding but left in money for maintenance.

Steve M. reviewed the Steering Committee changes to Fixed Assets. They brought the total down to $990k with no reserves.

We need to look at 2020 now or we have the same problems in the 2020 budget.

Pat McQuilkin was asked by Ryan F. about deferring the money for the lodge upgrades. Repairs were only made to the bottom 15 feet of the siding.

Dave P. Commented that some reasons he heard people didn’t vote to pass the budget was that there was nothing allocated for Reserve funding and ski hill. Many comments that there is not enough usage it was only opened 20 days. Is this the time to replace the lift? Ryan F. commented that the budget of $70k in Fixed Asset for the ski lift does not include $20k in the operational budget. The lift would go all the way to the top of the hill. This would make it an amenity for families including teens. We need to explore multiyear plan for the lifts. The current lift was made in 1962 and is not reliable. We can also look at this in stages and do the lower section one year and the upper section the second year.

Ryan F. asked to discuss the roads. Steve M. reported on the conversation with Pat McQuilkin about the roads and different surfaces and a long range plan to lower costs. We can delay part of the 2019 roads, but we will have to do them eventually. In 2020 we will have the same situation with a large Fixed Asset budget.

Steve M. reviewed how the Fixed Asset budget affects the Budget and pushing out items will effect next year.

Rick J. commented on collections and number of DPE’s we bill versus how many pay.

Ryan F. commented that the Finance Committee recommends a 10% increase in the Fee Schedule and recommends looking at this by line item for the 2020 budget. We also need to bring in more outside money and sponsorships. Rick J. commented that a $10 sticker increase would be a large increase. Dave P. mentioned about

a graded cost for additional boats or vehicles. Steve M. commented on this and also fees for non-motorized watercraft.

VI. Comments and Questions a. 19-52 Mike Robbins: Thanks to the Board for doing this job on the budget. Commented on ski hill usage and dues increase. b. 31-3 Barbara Anderson: Maintenance is $120 or $20. That was the Tractor listed under Maintenance. Ski hill has an average of 120 people per day and golf course is 130 per day. Steve M. commented that we need unique user data. c. 24-58 John Broyer: Golf course brings in 24,000 rounds of golf per year and 14-16 outside tournaments. d. 31-3 Denny Ganz: regarding number, you can get this information from Lisa V. for tube hill and ski hill. e. 19-36 Mike Stremp: commented on membership card to collect data. Fees should be increased. Less than 50% voted. f. 1-90 Larry Meyers: If there is a no vote, there is no direction in the by-laws. g. 23-37 Joe Unser: How to flip the 150 members to vote for the budget. How are they going to be educated? Tom B. said it begins with creditability and this is what we are establishing. h. 1-24 Mike Sciliano: Information went out to members, but not very many showed up for the meeting. i. 1-220 Sue Massey: Message from Jeff asking: Remind the transfer and impact fees that roll over into the Fixed Asset reserve.

Also prior deficit was broken into two years to make it up. j. 3-568 Ellis Fitzgerald: Member was told that to buy a lot they had to pay back dues. Can we look at this to get a dues paying member. Cliff M. noted that we are looking at an amnesty program. Questions on the Clubhouse loss and that it is a convenience.

Should we charge the DPE an annual fee to use the Clubhouse and they would get this back by usage of the Clubhouse. Question about the grouting of the dam in the next 3 years. Steve M. reminded that we need to build reserve to take care of these items. Dick commented that there are changes being made for the Clubhouse. k. 23-51 Joe Rush commented that in 2009 grouting program was done and not a set schedule to do this. Highest volume of water leaving is on the south side. l. 23-51 Sue Ugorek: Jack Boepple’s concept is that in 2 years our Reserves would catch up if the budget failed. Steve M. noted that Jack created a tool for future reserves. Sue commented that the failed budget would have the 2018 amount for Fixed Assets not spent and just put into Reserves. m. 31-91 Joanie Perez: Questions on unique users. We are amenity based and what difference does it make who is using it. Steve M. responded that it is also about usage of the amenity and we don’t have that information. Ryan F. commented that we need better business intelligence. n. 23-201 Tom Stangl brought up that we should have a separate line item for reserves. o. 1-220 Sue Massey: She was part of the iMIS review when looking at new systems. Went with iMIS because what it can do.

We need to take advantage of what it can do. p. 23-51 Wayne Ugorek: Comment on ski statistics. The office does keep a statistics spreadsheet of all the data.

VII. Adjournment: Motion to Adjourn by Cliff Mortenson with a second by Dave Pacione. All in Favor. Meeting adjourned at 3:35 PM. These minutes approved the 25th day of January, 2019.

ATTESTED: Ryan FitzSimmons, Board Secretary

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Telephone Meeting Thursday, December 20, 2018 at 2:30 PM Members Present: Tom Bogusevic, Rick Jensen, Cliff Mortensen Members Telephone: Steve Mack, Ryan FitzSimmons, Dave Pacione and Alan Cazzato Also Present: Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager 1. Call to Order by Tom Bogusevic at 2:35 PM 2. Corporate Authorization Resolutions

Motion by Cliff Mortensen to Accept the above Corporate Authorization Resolution from First State Bank and update all signature cards to reflect changes in the members of the Board.

Second: Dave Pacione Results: All in Favor 3. Audience Questions/Remarks – None 4. Motion to Adjournment by Cliff Mortensen, Second by Alan Cazzato Results: All in Favor 5. Meeting adjourned at 2:40 PM by Tom Bogusevi These minutes approved the 25th day of January, 2019.

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Minutes of the Lake Carroll Board of Directors Workshop, Conference Center - January 12, 2019

I. Call to Order by Tom Bogusevic at 10: AM Present and Constituting a Quorum: Tom Bogusevic, President Dave Pacione, Vice President Ryan FitzSimmons, Secretary Steve Mack, Treasurer Alan Cazzato, Director Cliff Mortenson, Director Dave Allgood, Director Others Present: Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager Lisa Vanderheyden, Director of Finance.

II. Pledge of Allegiance III. President’s Comments The current board is working on this budget for the first time and knows the importance of having a budget pass. The budget has two components; Operations which is 71% of the budget and Fixed Assets which is 29% of the budget. The Fixed Asset budget is very high profile and very emotional. Operations budget is the behind the scenes work to maintain the Association.

Dick has been charged to review both budgets and give his recommendations to the Board.

Steve Mack reviewed the process of the budgets and the committees that have participated in the process. Steve stressed that all members need to know the consequences of not having a passed budget for 2019. Operations will continue with the 2018 operations budget. Without a 2019 budget there will be no Fixed Asset spending. This means that the Outdoor pool will not operate this summer, items for golf course repair will not be here for installation in 2020 and many other items will be delayed.

IV. Audience Questions/Remarks a. 31-3 Anderson. Disappointed that the ski lift was pushed out to 2020 as we are a 4 season resort and need this amenity. b. 17-145 Boepple. The board needs to set aside money for future reserves. Suggested making a 2 line vote asking the membership to vote on an amount for future reserves.

V. Discussion Items Dick S. reviewed work with committees and staff on all budget times. Difficult to pull all the history together in 40 days. There are some deletions, some items moved out to another year and some changes made just last night with the Finance Committee.

Ryan F. asked if the ski lift could be funded one half this year and the balance in 2020. Does this budget reduce amenities and services?

Dick S. responded that it does not in all areas. The ski hill and tennis courts are not addressed in this budget.

Ryan F. asked if the lake funded appropriately. Dick S responded that he was worked with Joe Rush and addressed many items for the lake. There are also many future items that will need to be addressed in the next seven years.

Ryan F. stated that we need to stabilize the lake and the balance sheet. There is no reserve funding in this budget. We need 2.2 million per Jack Beopple and we are very far from that in our reserves. This might not need to be a line item – could be operating overages that fund the reserve account.

Ryan F. asked Dick S. if he was in favor of that . Dick S responded that it should be a combination of operational overages and direct funding to build the reserve account to the proper level to handle future needs. This year operations was able to fund $23k into reserves.

Ryan F. noted that his could take too long and we need to budget a surplus and dedicate this for reserve funding. We don’t want a breakeven budget we need to have a surplus. $40k in current budget is not enough.

Steve M. We need to remember that we have a failed budget. We all agree that we need reserves, but we need to pass a budget.

Proposed 2019 Fixed Asset Budget Dick S. commented that the Fixed Asset budget covered many areas. One goal was to have amenities open as many hours as possible. Part of this will be by locks that read the member card and will allow access when the amenity is not normally open, for example the Lodge and Aquatic Center. We will also be obtaining unique user data so we have information to base future budget decisions on. The budget includes completing the road in Pod 5 at the Campground, WiFi for the Campground and water line extension. The irrigation for the Golf Course will be over 2 years with the materials purchased in 2019 and the installation in 2020. There is also money for the extension of cart paths, but not the amount previously budgeted.

The 2018 road project was not completed and that is scheduled for the spring of 2019. The roads budget for 2019 is $200K. This will be used for repairs and at long term solutions for the roads based on the traffic on each section.

Steve M. remarked that this is a 5 year fixed asset budget. And, numbers such as lake fixed asset requests are missing in some future years. There needs to be discussion on how to prioritize moving forward with the Lodge and Ski Hill.

Dick S. reviewed the amount for the Lodge is to redo the siding and entrance doors and 4-5 windows to stabilize the building.

We have the Hideway bar open 6 days and the Snack Shack open weekends. Starting next week we will have limited food service in the bar from 5 – 8 PM. The Clubhouse is being cleaned and updated and should be open in March. We are looking at possibly keeping the Lodge open for the winter and if we can provide

good service at the Lodge, we might close the Clubhouse each year for the winter months to save money. We are looking at many options to save money and provide services. One concept is to have the Ski and Tube hill on the same side of the hill, but we need more date on usage. We are planning to have the pool open 365 days a year and keep all other amenities open when possible and safe to use.

Cliff M. asked about the removal of the lift for the ski hill.

Dick S. responded that it was taken out based on funding issues and operational money used for the installation. Discussions are ongoing to see if we can fund the ski lift.

Ryan F. the current budget is to purchase and not lease the tractor. Dick S. answered yes. The tractor will be used for mowing and the additional mowing for parsnips and replacing the old tractor that is past its useful life. Discussion on Lease versus purchase of the tractor. A lease or loan would be an operation expense. The offer from the dealer was a zero interest loan for 5 years. The equipment has a 5 year warranty. Doing a loan or lease would require a separate line item vote of the membership.

Dave A. asked about the Ski Hill and Lodge bids and how long they are for. Dick S. responded that most of our bids are for 30 days. We always rebid items as many of the bids can be six to nine months old before the budget is passed. Basically, the bid is an estimate for the project.

Tom B. commented that the Lodge work is to stabilize the building until future plans are developed.

Dick S. commented that the lodge project is only for siding, some doors and some windows. The work will be bid out and we will only do what is budget can cover.

Ryan F. stated that user date is the path to business intelligence and asked if this is included in the budget. Dick S. responded that it was. We are looking at many ways to capture this data with our iMIS system so all the information is accurate and accessible in one place. We plan on having this done by Memorial Day. Ryan F. asked about the budget for a website design. Dick S. responded that he has spoken to our iMIS programmer and the website will be part of iMIS and it is fully functional and can be optimized and we can use PPC or other options to get our website viewed.

Ryan F. asked about the roads and parking lots. Dick S. noted that there is money for the engineering study for the Clubhouse parking lot. We also need to do a lot of research and engineering on what is best for a long term solution to the roads.

Tom B. stated that the objective is to stop the bleeding and make structural operational changes. We need more data to make informed decisions. This first year is to get our arms around the operation.

Dave A. asked if Dick S. was comfortable moving the engineering for three tubes out three years. Dick S. responded yes.

Discussion on the Ski Hill repairs and future costs. The lift broke on Thursday and will cost $3,300 to repair. Comments on how the lifts broke down last year and that reduced the days the hill could be used. This is a hot button with the membership and the putting this in the budget could cause the budget to not pass.

Proposed 2019 Operating Budget Dick S reported that he has had meetings with department managers to look at the operational expenses. Looked at how labor was used and moved positions as necessary and split wages into different departments to reflect where the employee actually works. We have lost a few positions from attrition and these have not been replaced. We combined some positions to provide better coverage at less cost.

Managers are now accountable for their department payroll and performance. We are looking at all processes to streamline them and make them more accountable. The goal is to run a business profitably. The operating portion of the budged is about $150k lower than the prior budget.

Ryan F. asked if there were any compromises with Security.

Dick S. replied that security has not been changed. Ryan asked about the Clubhouse and if we are increasing revenue. Dick S. responded that we have not increased revenue as the Clubhouse is closed the first quarter of 2019. I would like to see an increase, but need to wait to see how the changes go. The plan is to make the sunrise room a separate room for family or group dining.

We can also use this room for functions. The bar will focus on beverage service, and the dining room will be upgraded in both food and service.

Part of the technology upgrade is to gather feedback from members on a regular basis through our website.

Ryan F. asked if we are still entering items into different systems. Dick S. responded that we are until we update to one major system. Ryan asked if there would be a reduction in administration staff. Dick responded that he does not see that this year, but possibly in the future Ryan F. asked about the audit report. Dick S. stated that over 70% of the items are corrected and the rest will be done by the end of February when the auditors return for the annual audit.

Ryan F. asked about the golf course loss. He is concerned that we are running an country club and not a golf course. Dick S. responded that we are budgeted to have a smaller loss and are

working on reducing hours and realigning staff. Making better decisions and holding people accountable.

Ryan F. asked about the lake. Dick S. responded that he and Joe Rush have had many conservations on the lake and future projects.

Ryan F. asked about projected profit sharing with employees.

Lisa V. responded that last year we did 4% and expect to do the same in 2019. Ryan asked about health care changes. Lisa V. noted that the increase was 34% from United Health Care. We changed plans and are now with Aetna. This increase was included in the budget. There was an increase in deductible, however, the plan offered to employees has our gap insurance and there are no major changes for employees.

Dave A. asked if we are comfortable with the $101K for the Clubhouse. Dick S. responded that he was as comfortable as he could be without any data. There are changes in payroll and we have based the payroll budget on a zero-based budget. We need more external patrons for both golf and clubhouse to lower the cost to owners. We need golf groups, outside meetings and getting owners using the Clubhouse.

Proposed 2019 Fee Schedule The fee schedule was increased 10% across the board after discussion with the Finance Committee. There was also a new fee for guests riding in an owner cart and playing golf.

Dave P. asked about re-implementing of the ATV trail fee.

Discussions followed on the maintenance of the trail and if we were a fee based or dues based organization.

Steve M. discussed the sales of lots and incentives for owners to sell. One incentive would be to lower the transfer fee for lot owners. Lisa V. commented that this would reduce reserve funding. The $600 transfer fee is divided $150 to Operations and $450 going to Fixed Assets.

Ryan F. asked about the increase in the Natural Gas fee. Is the prohibitive if we are trying to reach the goal to get the deposit back. Steve M. responded that the number of potential new customers is not enough to recover the deposit fees that the Association paid.

Dave P. asked if the first vehicle sticker is mailed out or do members have to pick up. Lisa V. Commented that some are mailed and some picked up. Dave asked about members not in good standing. Lisa checked and we do not mail them out, the member has to come to the office.

Dave P. asked about the extra hours for the weed harvester.

Dick S. responded the hours were just reviewed with Don A and Joe R. The harvester will only be used when needed, but the goal is to keep the lake in the best condition.

Steve M. noted that we still need some fine tuning but asked if the Board was in general agreement on the new budget. Dave P. asked Jack Beopple to recommend a reserve amount. Dick will get the information to Jack for him to review and send a recommendation to the Board. Discussion followed on whether it should be a Fixed Asset line item or a contingency in the budget.

Steve M. asked the Board what was an appropriate dues increase for 2019. He noted that the Fixed Asset budget was $16 – 20 over last year and Operating was $70 over last year for a total of about $90 over last year.

Ryan F. suggested a contingency in the operating budget as we had a cash shortage in 2018 and we don’t want to have one in 2019. However, we need to make the contingency large enough that we can fund the reserves as any surplus will go into Fixed Assets. Historically the budget has been a breakeven. We need a stable financial path that will move the Association forward so we don’t have these problems in the future.

Dave A. recommended that we split the funding to be $10 in operating and $30 in reserve funding. Dave P. asked if the $150 increase in dues would be good. Ryan F. noted that we should not have a line item vote. Alan C. commented that we have to make sure we don’t short change operations due to the prior cash shortage.

VI. Audience Questions/Remarks a. 5-162 Halderman. We are ending 2018 with a deficit, how is that being addressed. Dick S. responded that we do not have the actual amount, but we have built a contingency into the 2019 budget so we can address it. b. 1-24 Sciliano. In 2008 or 2010 the ATV/UTV fee was removed? There is a $200 golf cart fee. Joanie P (3-191) responded that the Gofl Cart fee is for using a private cart on the golf course, not riding on the roads. The ATV trail is an amenity the same as the golf course. c. 17-168 Rohn. Commented on the changes happening and that we need to continue the communication and transparency. d. 17-145 Boepple. Clarification on the reserve funding. We need to ask for separate line items and keep asking and educating the membership. e. 21-29 Benson. Very concerned about campground course getting too big. We need a cap on it.

VII. Adjourn to Executive Session at 1:05 PM VIII. Return to Board Workshop at 1:45 PM IX. Adjournment at 1:46 PM These minutes approved the 25th day of January, 2019.

ATTESTED: Ryan FitzSimmons, Board Secretary

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General Managers Report to the Board of Directors – January 25, 2019 Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager

January 2019 DUES: YE 2018 LOTS: 11/9/18-1/9/19 LIP: As of 1/15/19 $1.9 million collected

SYNOPSIS: Manager reports are available in their entirety within your packet Collected DPE, short of budgeted 2150 7 lots with homes & 16 lots were sold during this time period 4 co-members lost & 4 lots taken back during this time period 95 *PO have not paid on their LIP account 78 *PO have paid on their LIP account but are considered delinquent & a member not in good standing

NICOR: As of 1/9/19

639 homes have paid a total of $159,750.00

CAMPGROUND CLUBHOUSE: 1/15/19 COMMUNICATIONS: 1/15/19 GOLF OPERATIONS: 1/15/19 GOLF MAINTENANCE: 1/15/19 LAKE: 12/1/18-1/15/19

No report Closed for remodel and training Details available in the manager report 15 outside outings are booked, new outing in the works Details available in the manager report Rip Rap inspections & fine letters sent to PO* not making repairs within 2 year minimum timeframe Drawdown lake to 737' (3ft below pool) but is nearly back to pool level

LODGE: 1/15/19

POOL: 1/15/19

Open with kitchen & bar service Tuesday through Sunday, check website for details Installed 40'x70' ice rink, planning to open January 19th Outdoor: winterized for the season Indoor: 1/2/19 dectron boiler went down, sensor installed & repaired; no down time

SKI & TUBE HILL: 1/15/19

Snow made 1/8-1/10, both are open with hours listed on the website

BUILDING INSPECTOR: 1/15/19

Detailed stats available in the manager report Mowing fine letters sent to *PO Rip Rap fine letters sent to *PO that have not performed repairs for a minimum of 2 years Contractor, permit & impact fees for 2018 $20963.49

DAM: 1/15/19

Stop log designed, fabricated, installed & inspected for less then $12000.00; original bid was $75000.00 Security updating Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for downstream in the event of a dam breach Cleared dam debris on the upsteam side of section 23

Plumtree Lodge Menu For carryout call 815-493-8549 To reach the Lounge - Ext: 312 To reach the Kitchen - Ext: 315 Hours of Operation Tuesday – Friday: 4pm to 9pm Saturday: 11am to 9pm Sunday: 11am to 4pm Beverages & Snacks Soda (can) ...................... $1.50 Soda (bottle) ................. $2.00 Hot Chocolate ................. $2.00 Coffee ............................. $1.50 Chips............................... $1.50 Candy ............................. $1.50 Burgers, Sandwiches, etc

½ lb. Burger .................................... $6.00 ¼ lb. Burger .................................... $4.00 Pulled Pork Sandwich .................. $6.00 Bistro Chicken Sandwich ............. $7.00 Hot Dog .......................................... $4.00 Italian Sausage Sandwich .............. $6.00 Italian Beef Sandwich ..................... $6.00 Bowl of Chili.................................... $3.00 Bowl of Southwest Chili .................. $4.00 (includes cheese, onions & sour cream) Soup of the Day .............................. $3.00 Nachos ........................................... $1.50 (All Sandwiches come with chips and a pickle spear) Sausage $10.00

12” Pizzas Pepperoni $10.00

Cheese $8.00

Children’s Menu Grilled Cheese Sandwich & chips ... $3.00 PB & J Sandwich & chips ............... $3.00 Macaroni & Cheese & chips............ $3.00

FISHERIES: YE 2018

Fishing club released approximately 2000 walleye through the hatchery operation in 2018

MAINTENANCE: 1/15/19 MOWING: 1/15/19 RIP RAP: 1/15/19 ROADS: 1/15/19

Detailed information available in the manager report Mowing fine details available in the manager report Rip Rap fine details available in the manager report Section 21 repaired roadside washout in a greenway near road & cleared drain tubes both sides of road Working on bid for paving gravel road in POD 5 at the campground Detailed stats available in the manager report for November & December 2018

Watch for Agendas and Information in our Eblasts Or check the Lake & Natural Resource Documents Webpage

Synopsis from reporting officer for calls, on the dates listed, located in the managers report

Tue, 2/19: 6pm-8pm

SECURITY: 11/10/18-1/15/19

WILDLIFE: 12/1/18-1/15/19 As of 1/2/19

YE 2018 Review: details available in the manager report Plan to work with IDNR on aerial deer count if snowfall permits Harvested 78 deer: 69 antlerless and 9 bucks *PO = property owners

Minutes of the Lake Carroll Association, Special Board of Directors Meeting, Lake Carroll Conference Center - January 12, 2019 at 9:45 AM I. Call to Order by Tom Bogusevic at 9:46 AM Present and Constituting a Quorum:

Tom Bogusevic, President Dave Pacione, Vice President

Ryan FitzSimmons, Secretary Steve Mack, Treasurer

Alan Cazzato, Director Cliff Mortenson, Director Absent: Rick Jensen, Director Others Present: Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager Dave Allgood, Member II. Pledge of Allegiance: III. Accept Resignation of Rick Jensen and Installation of Dave Allgood: Motion by Cliff Mortenson to Accept the Resignation of Rick Jensen with regret, received on January 6, 2019. Second: Alan Cazzato. All in Favor.

Installation of Dave Allgood by Ryan FitzSimmons. Dave will complete the term ending in 2020. Dave will be the Board Liaison to the Infrastructure Committee.

IV. Audience Questions/Remarks: V. Adjournment at 9:51 AM. These minutes approved the 25th day of January, 2019.

ATTESTED: Ryan FitzSimmons, Board Secretary

East Fork Creek Watershed Planning Meetings – Conference Center –

Thu, 2/28: 6pm-8pm Sat, 3/9: 2pm-4pm Tue, 3/19: 6pm-8pm

INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE SEEKING MEMBERS The Infrastructure Committee is looking for 3 new members. If you are interested, please log on www.golakecarroll.com and click on “Committees” in the top menu bar. There you will find a link to the Committee Application. Please complete and email it to editor@ golakecarroll.com or drop it off at the office. Hard copy applications are available at the Admin Office.

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LAKE CARROLL ASSOCIATION Proposed Budget 2019

2019 Dues = $1,756

Cmpgrd

Ski Hill

Equine

Lake/Mar

Clubhse

Golf Course Pro Shop

226,186 37,000

(48,095) 103,200

84,119 13,000

1,550 0

6,268 420,000

101,553 843,000

437,179 285,100

2,568,620 2,092,200

47,601

263,186

55,105

97,119

1,550

426,268

944,553

722,279

4,660,820

0 288,128 0 9,200 28,400 0 2,250 850 5,938

5,145 5,403 0 300 2,900 4,500 4,500 150 24,703

0 143,661 0 19,100 11,300 12,550 9,300 2,250 65,025

1,400 2,750 0 2,000 5,500 6,400 250 350 36,455

0 51,944 0 2,000 14,600 4,000 0 700 23,875

0 0 0 0 300 1,250 0 0 0

108,640 161,605 68,500 19,550 30,400 2,650 200 6,800 27,923

311,680 413,157 0 40,850 25,300 15,750 12,525 16,175 109,116

0 448,854 2,000 70,250 101,500 8,500 11,450 8,950 70,775

428,565 2,536,850 222,500 252,400 321,600 145,150 90,975 111,175 551,605

503,389

334,766

47,601

263,186

55,105

97,119

1,550

426,268

944,553

722,279

4,660,820

0

(0)

0

0

0

-

(0)

-

(0)

(0)

0

(0)

330,850 3,000 400 16,200 1,750

136,341

48,434

164,087

132,568

53,100

5,000

36,600 0

212,000

1,118,980 3,000 400 16,200 1,750

(247,200) (105,000) 0

(136,341)

(48,434)

(164,087)

(132,568)

(53,100)

(5,000)

(36,600)

(212,000)

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

(1,035,330) (105,000) (0)

0

(0)

0

0

0

0

(0)

0

(0)

(0)

0

0

430 158 588

240 65 305

153 23 176

15 78 93

108 63 171

(23) 25 2

40 40

1 1

3 3 6

48 17 65

208 101 309

1,223 533 1,756

Maint

Security

Lodge

903,604 361,400

503,389 0

321,466 13,300

31,401 16,200

Total revenue

1,265,004

503,389

334,766

Operating expenses: Cost of sales Personnel Professional fees Supplies Vehicle & equip ops Building, grounds, & lake Advertising & meetings Miscellaneous Utilities, taxes, & insur

1,700 671,009 152,000 60,250 31,400 54,550 50,300 70,950 172,845

0 350,339 0 28,900 70,000 35,000 200 4,000 14,950

1,265,004

`

Operating revenue: Dues Allocation, net of bad debt Fees & sales

Total expenses

Admin

Operating net cash Fixed asset revenue: Assessments 2018 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

Pool / Rec

Total 69.66%

30.34%

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LAKE CARROLL ASSOCIATION

PROPOSED FIXED ASSETS Lake Carroll Association Proposed Fixed Assets BUDGET 2019 Budget 2019 INCOME

2019 Dues (2,100 DPE Projected) 2018 Dues Interest Property Transfer Fees (36 Projected. Fees over that go to FARF) New Construction Impact Fee (1 Projected Fees over that go to FARF) Total Income

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You are invited to join us as we “revive” the Lake Carroll Garden Club where you can learn about beautifying your surroundings through gardening.

Our Mission is to: • Welcome and encourage all gardeners • Provide education, resources, and opportunities • Promote sustainable gardening practices, including birds and butterflies • Share personal experiences in gardening • Promote a love of gardening Our first organizational meeting is Thursday, March 28 at 3:30 p.m. at the Lodge in Lake Carroll. For more information, contact Helen Sykora at 815-493-2074 or Lana Soldat at 815-499-5481.

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ADMINISTRATION LCA Website iMIS iMIS Licensing Administration Total

PROJECTS & PURCHASES 30,000 10,000 40,000

CAMPGROUND Yearly Site Remodel Program Completion of Road in Pod 5 Water Line Extension Electrical Boxes Campground Total

23,100 14,000 11,000 5,000 53,100

CLUBHOUSE Clubhouse Dining Room Renovation Point of Sale System Upgrades Clubhouse Total

15,000 7,000 22,000

GOLF COURSE Irrigation System for Back 9 Holes Cart Path Replacement & Expansion (Cont) Golf Course Total

192,000 20,000 212,000

INFRASTRUCTURE Clubhouse Parking Lot Improvements Infrastructure Total

14,600 14,600

LAKE Illuminated Solar Bouys Aquatic Furniture Lake Total

5,000 5,000 10,000

LODGE Lodge Siding, Windows & Door Replacement Lodge Maintenance Lodge Total

.

144,087 20,000 164,087

MAINTENANCE Tractor Finishing Mower Maintenance Total

120,000 16,341 136,341

SAFETY / SECURITY Security Patrol Vehicle Security Patrol Boat Refurbish Entrance Security Camera (Ski Hill) Safety / Security Total

31,434 17,000 7,200 55,634

RECREATION (POOL/SKI/TRAILS/TENNIS) Outdoor Pool Liner Replacement Maintenance / Repairs Total Recreation

112,568 15,000 127,568

ROAD PROGRAM Road Program Road Program Total

200,000 200,000

FIXED ASSET RESERVE FUND Fixed Asset Reserve Fund Contribution Total Fixed Asset Reserve Fund

105,000 105,000

TOTAL FUNDED EXPENDITURES

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2019 Budget 1,118,980 3,000 400 16,200 1,750 1,140,330

UNFUNDED PROJECTS Ski Hill Lift Replacement Aquatic Complex Security Cameras Engineering for 3 Tubes Heavy Duty Equipment Hauler Trailer Ski Hill Lights Hydrovaine Compressors for Rubris Sticks Security Vehicle Storage Facility Septic Field for Holding Tank - Campground Tube Tow Parking Lot East Marina Security Cameras Electric Hot Food Buffet Serving Table 300 Gallon Sprayer - Golf Course Toro Recycler - Golf Course Toro Fairway Mower Rip Rap Common Areas Jacobsen Utlity Cart

1,140,330 89,000 13,000 13,000 10,283 10,000 5,000 45,403 39,308 16,477 10,000 6,500 52,131 35,666 25,599 16,500 11,894

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Lake Carroll Association Fee Schedule 2019 2018

Campground Fees

Seasonal (Apr 1-Mar 31)

Campsite

615

677

Member

Electric Sites

35

39

Daily

Guest

Electric Sites

45

50

Daily

Member

Overflow

15

17

Daily

Guest

Overflow

25

28

Electric Sites

115

127 182

Member

Summer (April 1-Oct 31)

Members Only

RV/Camper Storage

165

Winter (Nov 1-Mar 31)

Members Only

RV/Camper Storage

115

127

9 or 18 holes

N/C

N/C

13

14

Adults (17+)

9 holes

16

18

Weekdays

Juniors (13-16)

9 holes

10

11

Weekdays

Children (12 & Under)

9 holes

4

4

Weekdays

Adults (17+)

18 holes

21

23

Weekdays

Juniors (13-16)

18 holes

15

17

Weekdays

Children (12 & Under)

18 holes

9

10

Adults (17+)

9 holes

25

28

Weekends & holidays

Juniors (13-16)

9 holes

14

15

Weekends & holidays

Children (12 & Under)

9 holes

5

6

Weekends & holidays

Adults (17+)

18 holes

32

35

Weekends & holidays

Juniors (13-16)

18 holes

20

22

Weekends & holidays

Children (12 & Under)

18 holes

10

11

9 holes

9

10

LCA Member

Twilight Weekdays

Weekends & holidays

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

Lake/Marina Fees

Guests & Public

Daily

Cart Rental (per person)

Daily

Cart Rental (per person)

15

17

Single / 1 Seat

425

468

Cart Lease

Couples / 2 Seat

575

633

Cart Lease

Additional Children ages 13-16

50

55

Yearly

Cart Lease

Yearly Yearly Daily

18 holes

5

6

Gas Cart

345

380

Electric Cart

425

468

200

220

Pull Cart Rental

Yearly

Inside Storage

Yearly

Inside Storage

Yearly

Private Carts

Yearly

Private Cart Rider

9 holes Extra Rider in Private Cart

5

6

Yearly

Private Cart Rider

18 holes Extra Rider in Private Cart

10

11

Private Cart Usage Fee

No Show Fee for missed Tee Time

15

17

Daily

Member

Lift Ticket

N/C

N/C

Daily

Adults (13+) Guest

Lift Ticket

12

13

Daily

Child 12 & under

Lift Ticket

6

7

Daily

Adults (13+) Member or Guest

Equipment Rental

12

13

Daily

Child 12 & under Mber or Guest

Daily

Members & Guests - all ages

Equipment Rental Tube Rental for Tube Tow - per hour

6

7

8

9

Yearly

Marina slip

540

594

Yearly

Shoreline slip

275/540

300/590

Daily

Slip

30

33

Weekly

Slip

85

94

270

297

165

182

115

127

200

220

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

Boat storage, yearly Boat storage, lower lot Boat Storage, winter West Marina - Dock Storage Kayak Storage Rack Rental

Mowing Fees

40

44

Originally platted lots less than 1 acre

120

132

Originally platted lots less than 1 acre partially wooded

100

110

Originally platted lots of 1 acre or more

215

237

145

160

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

2019

Daily

Weekly

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

Members Only

Equestrian Registration Fee

30

33

Indoor / Outdoor General Use - Members

N/C

N/C

Swimming Pool Lessons

25

28

Adults (18+)

Indoor / Outdoor General Use

7

8

Juniors (13-17)

Indoor / Outdoor General Use

5

6

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

22

Adults (18+)

7 Day Guest Pass

25

28

Juniors (13-17)

7 Day Guest Pass

18

20

Children (5-12)

7 Day Guest Pass

14

15

Adults (18+)

21 Day Guest Pass

70

77

Juniors (13-17)

21 Day Guest Pass

50

55

Children (5-12)

21 Day Guest Pass

40

44

Adults (18+)

35 Day Guest Pass

105

116

Juniors (13-17)

35 Day Guest Pass

75

83

Children (5-12)

35 Day Guest Pass

60

66

Outdoor Pool Rental (2 hour minimum)

175

193

per additional hour

65

72

Indoor Pool Rental (2 hour minimum)

95

105

Administrative Fees

per additional hour

65

72

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

600

600

N/C

N/C

Property/Document Transfer Fee for Un-Improved Lots ($150 to operating, $150 to fixed asset fund) First vehicle decal Vehicle/RV/boat/snowmobile/ATV/golf cart registration

30

33

New construction impact fees

1750

1925

Replacement decals/amenity cards

20

22

Additional guest passes

20

22

250

275

125 - 250

150 - 250

Natural Gas Permit Fee

Clubhouse and Lodge

Lodge Rental Lodge: Cash Bar/Bartender Fee

Pavilion Rental Fees

300

Pavilion Rental - 1/2 day

150

165

35

40

Pavilion Rental - Full Day

50

55

Member

N/C

50

Member Hunter & Member Child Hunter, age 16 to 24

N/A

200

Per Season

Member Child Hunder under 16

N/A

Free

Per Season

Sponsored Child Hunter & Sponsored Hunter

300

300

Per Season

Replacment of LCA Hunting Permit Card

15

15

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

Deer Hunting Fees

Per Season Per Season

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CLUBHOUSE UPDATE I would like to provide some updates regarding the cleanup and reorganization of the Clubhouse. All Clubhouse staff were given the opportunity to work hours at the Clubhouse, Lodge Lounge & Kitchen and they are doing a great job. Our staff is working very hard to deep clean the kitchen, bar area and lower level as well as reorganize all areas of operation at the Clubhouse.

The bar is being reorganized in a format more pleasing for patrons, sporting events and a place you can relax with friends, clients or other members. The staff will be

Lake Carroll Ladies Golf League

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trained in order to enhance your experience and I believe you will be very pleased.

The Sunset Room is being repurposed as a family friendly room with family dining options with TV’s for sports and other events. We are researching building a solid wall to replace the accordion wall which will soundproof the area. The Sunset room

CALLING ALL LAKE CARROLL WOMEN GOLFERS! Join the Lake Carroll Ladies Golf League 18 or 9 hole AM division or the 9 hole PM division for fun, exercise and to meet lots of great ladies.

Open to all golfers, either experienced or beginners.

Play runs on Wednesdays from May 1st through Sept. 11th.

Registration is at the Clubhouse Wednesday, April 3rd at 5 PM Registration fee is $40.00 this year, which is for your handicap.

will also be more appealing for private events , meetings and small gatherings which will create a great source of revenue.

The Dining Room is being upgraded to amplify your dining experience, create a relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy an elevated level of service and culinary delights. Our kitchen staff is enthusiastically learning new techniques, creating new menu items and spice explosions. The staff has found a new dedication and appreciation in their jobs through training, direction and supervision.

During this time we are working as a team to organize, remodel and train current staff. We all have a heightened excitement for the future of the Clubhouse and are looking forward to serving you. As a whole, the Clubhouse reboot team is a dedicated

NEW THIS YEAR....YOU will be required to go online to CDGA and register yourself to get your handicap established.

Just go online to: www.cdga.org to register.

group of individuals who look forward to providing you the best experience possible.

For additional information contact: Sandy Bogusevic at 708-308-5318 or Tracey DeCrane at 815-677-2164 (Anyone in need of help with handicap, assistance will be available at registration)

call the Lounge, order food to go and pickup by dialing 815-493-8549 Ext 312. Here

Hope to see you there!

In the meantime, you can visit the Lodge as the Plumtree Lounge & Kitchen are open with limited menu and hours, Tuesday through Sunday. You are welcome t o is the link to the Plumtree Lodge webpage with hours and menu items listed for your convenience.

Dick Schwalbenberg General Manager

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INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE SEEKING MEMBERS The Infrastructure Committee is looking for 3 new members. If you are interested, please log on www.golakecarroll.com and click on “Committees” in the top menu bar. There you will find a link to the Committee Application. Please complete and email it to editor@golakecarroll.com or drop it off at the office. Hard copy applications are available at the Admin Office.

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We have a new General Manager and a new Board President. And boy, have they hit the ground running! There is much to do! We are extremely hopeful and excited to start the New Year with fresh faces, fresh ideas, and a new level of energy.

With the New Year and new leadership, there will undoubtedly be change. Big changes, small changes. Change is what propels people to success. And while change can be difficult for some, embracing change is how we move forward. And moving forward requires taking risks, focusing on solutions, and making things happen.

Developing a vision for the future of Lake Carroll requires lots of diligent work, long hours, and teamwork. We believe that being part of that team is what will make a difference in our future. And not everyone will be on board. So for those who find change painful, stressful, and difficult, we offer some suggestions: 1. Listen to and hear the message. Listening and hearing are two very different activities.

Make sure that you actually hear what you are listening to.

2. Look for ways you can help. Be a part of the solution. Every positive contribution helps.

Whether it’s picking up litter, being a good steward and neighbor, or lending your area of expertise to the overall mission is rewarding and gratifying. Lake Carroll has members with a plethora of knowledge and skills. Use your special contribution to be a positive force.

3. Seek the truth. Don’t understand something? Need clarification? Start with reaching out to those in the know. Relying on inaccurate, half-truths and rumors is a recipe for disaster and frustration. Don’t fall victim to the rumors and gossip. Always seek the truth.

4. Embrace the change. Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results is the definition of insanity. By embracing change, you become part of the solution.

5. Support those in leadership. The whole is always greater than the parts. Reach out and lend support, whether verbally, physically, or in spirit to our leaders. Together, we will make Lake Carroll a thriving, solvent entity; one we call home.

According to Rhapsody Strategies, successful people have six things in common: 1. Successful People Take Risks 2. Successful People Have Vision 3. Successful People Focus on Solutions 4. Successful People Make Things Happen 5. Successful People Go Above and Beyond 6. Successful People Embrace Change For additional strategies on embracing change, common characteristics of successful people, and how you too can be a part of the solution, go to: https://rhapsodystrategies.com/blog/

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The Lake Carroll Women’s Club CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP

By Bonnie Ewing

If you were around Lake Carroll twenty some years ago and you were a woman, you might have been a member of a group called the ‘Can-Do’s. This was an organization sponsored by the University of Illinois extension services. Approximately 35 Lake Carroll ladies were involved. As membership grew, the women from Lake Carroll decided that it was time to create their own club that would give them the opportunity to determine what programs they would present and what topics they would discuss. In January of 1999, the LC ladies did just that. Headed by Arlene Tylutki, as the first Women’s Club President and Helen Sykora, as the first VP, The Lake Carroll Women’s Club was born. Membership quickly grew to 60+ with the original emphasis on camaraderie. Five of the original members were present at the January 2019 meeting. (Merce Meyers, Phyllis Davies, Phyllis Kehoe, Marge Short, and Dixie Bjarnson.)

Twenty years later and 73 members strong, The Lake Carroll Women’s Club continues to be a place where the women of Lake Carroll can gather to share information and laughter.

The group’s emphasis continues to be on camaraderie but has expanded to be a philanthropic organization, as well. The Women’s Club donates several thousands of dollars each year to local agencies and scholarships. Any woman that is an association member is invited to join this group which meets the second Thursday of the month, September-June at 1:00 at the Lodge. Membership is a mere $20.00.

Thursday, January 10, 2019, marked the 20th anniversary of the LC Women’s Club. The day began with a quick meeting, which was called to order by Vice-President Lana Soldat.

33 members and one guest were present. Treasurer Gael Will announced that as of the date, the club has $5,299.91 in its account. Donna Aleksy, the Ways and Means chairperson, told the group that plans are being made for a May 5th Cinco de Mayo fundraiser. Also in the planning stage is a possible social gathering sometime in March or April. Loretta Dick thanked everyone that helps sew for our blanket project. Blankets have already been delivered to DCFS and The Riverside Center. She also reminded the group that the next blanket tying activity will be held on April 23 at 10:00 at the Lodge. Bonnie Ewing and Char Messmore have created a photo directory of the members that is available for $1.00. Gael Will will have these at the February meeting. If you’re a member and haven’t had your picture taken, please contact Bonnie at 630-632-1654. At the end of the meeting, Lana reminded members that a nominating committee will be appointed in March, with nominations announced in April and voted on at our May meeting. The next WC meeting will be held at 1:00 at the Lodge on February 14. The program will be “Tips for Great Picture Taking.”

Following the meeting, the frivolity commenced, thanks to clever planning by Loretta Dick and Donna Aleksy. Loretta led the group in a reading of “the Top 20 Reasons to Belong to the Women’s Club.” This was followed by several groups singing some of the top hits of 1999,

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Save the Date

Tuesday, April 23, 2019 The Women’s Club has forty plus blankets ready to be tied. Please join us on Tuesday morning, April 23rd to help get them ready for distribution. You do NOT need to know how to sew! We will have supplies there for you. Just come and enjoy some company (and cookies).

These blankets are delivered to several places in our community to aid children in crisis situation. They provide comfort, warmth, and security.

Please come and help us in this rewarding project.

For questions call or text Loretta Dick 630-244-8965.

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By the Marketing Committee Lake Carroll’s real estate agents, member volunteers, and Marketing Committee members came together on January 11-13 at the Chicagoland Lake House and Cabin Show to promote Lake Carroll by exhibiting. Our purpose was to: - Create awareness for Lake Carroll - Generate sales leads for potential buyers - Ultimately grow membership at our association The show was a success! Over 100 qualified leads were generated and over a thousand show attendees, vendors, and builders now know about our premiere, four-season community.

“Thank you” to the volunteers who made the show a success!

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Kim FitzSimmons, Marketing Committee Chair, helped organize and set up the LC booth at the Lake Home & Cabin Show.

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Lake Carroll generated over 100 good leads at the show. Here Ryan FitzSimmons shares what Lake Carroll offers its Members.

Tom Miller, Lake Carroll Realty, and Betty Carrubba, Marketing Committee member, help man the booth at the Schaumberg show.

Norm & Linda Hoffman helped man our booth over the weekend.

Remax realtors shared information with visitors. Pictured are Patti Kloepping and Julie Wenzel.

Photo of the Month The February 2019, Photo of the Month was submitted by Dan Aho, 28-14.

“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 Lake Carroll gift card will also be awarded. Entries should be sent to Bill Fischer at w.h.fischer@hotmail.com by the second Sunday of the next month’s posting.

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With so much to do at Lake Carroll, we invite you to become a part of it by taking part in some of the winter amenities: ice skating , snowmobiling the trails and groomed course on the ski hill, tubing the Tube Hill, or simply enjoying lunch or drinks at the Lodge.

Winterfest brought with it a variety of activities for the kids: games, Donna Aleksy Clubhouse & Recreation crafts, snacks, and even their very own karaoke session. We are Director looking forward to seeing many of you back for Winter Carnival on Saturday, February 16th from 1pm–4pm. We’ll be offering carnival games, a scavenger hunt, crafts and prizes. We hope you’ll stay around to enjoy an easy listening music experience presented by A3D Acoustic Trio from 7pm–10pm in the fireplace room.

I would like to extend a huge shout out to the Clubhouse Team for their seemingly effortless transition to the Lodge. We’ve received glowing reviews about the food and overwhelming praise about our awesome staff!

We continue to make progress at the Clubhouse. We have an amazing team working hard and looking forward to a grand Re-Opening in early spring. In the words of Robin Sharma, “Change is hard at first, messy in the middle and gorgeous at the end.” In the meantime stop by the Lodge and visit us, we would love to have you as our guest!

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Our son, Sean, and grandson, Nate, age six first time fishing in 2018.

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Fourth generation here is great grandma Rose Richards catching a few pan fish James Richards (21-64)

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Fish Tales

By Mike Bykowski, Secretary January 9th was a cold blustery Wednesday evening. 62 members and guests braved this typical winter weather to attend the Fishing Club’s first General Membership and Pot Luck meeting of 2019. The weather outside may have been cold, but the friendship accompanied by several space heaters inside the Hatchery made for a warm night of club updates and camaraderie. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the Club welcomed new members Dino Frediani and Tim Throop.

Guests Mark and Beth Loscudo, who recently moved here from Virginia, also attended their first meeting.

Following the introductions, the meeting was called to order @ 7:01pm. Brief updates were presented on the Treasurer’s Report and a few club events. These updates were intentionally kept short due to the logistics inside the hatchery. The Treasurer’s Report, presented by Mitch Feucht, showed favorable income for December of $268. Following a few details on the balance sheet, Mitch reported club membership increased to 189 property owners.

The Treasurer’s Report was approved by a motion from Barb Anderson, a second from Sue Siciliano and voice approval from the membership. The Club then thanked everyone for their continued support. Gary Gariff followed Mitch with a few comments on Club activities; - February’s General Meeting and Pot Luck is cancelled due to vacations and travel by the membership and board members.

- “Sink the Tree Contest” may not be held if the lake doesn’t freeze and becomes safe for volunteers to walk on the ice and place the tree.

- Ice Skating behind the Hatchery is cancelled due to the warm weather which has prevented the pond from freezing. In addition to the warm temperatures, there is a concern about the continued water flow from Fawn Pond into the ice-skating pond. This water flow could cause currents and fluctuations in the water level which would make the ice unsafe for skating.

- As of January 9th, Snow Golf was “On Hold” until Mother Nature cooperated with a little accumulation of snow. *Breaking News* the snow has arrived, Snow Golf will be held February 2nd @ 1:00pm behind the Hatchery. An email blast will provide details.

The meeting formalities concluded @ 7:12pm with a motion from Mitch Feucht and a second by Tom Stangl. Mike Siciliano conducted the monthly pot luck raffle. This month’s lucky winners were Margaret Rominski - $50, Lisa McQuilkin - $40 and Jim Richards - $20.

Congratulations to all. See everyone on March 10th, have a great winter season.

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Lake Carroll 2019 Angler of the Year Contest We are excited to announce a new wrinkle to the Lake Carroll Fishing Tournaments for the 2019 Season. We will be introducing an Angler of the Year Contest that will encourage participation and add another level of fun for the anglers at Lake Carroll.

HOW DOES IT WORK? Anglers will be awarded points for each tournament they fish. The higher you place, the more points you get! At the end of the year, the angler with the most points wins! This means that every ounce counts, so even if you had a rough day on the water and aren’t going to be in the money for this tournament, that fish you caught with 15 minutes left could be worth an extra 5 points or so!

HOW DO I EARN POINTS? 1. Every angler will be awarded 25 points just for participating in a tournament, regardless of how you finish.

2. The anglers on the first place team will be awarded 50 points each. The second place anglers will receive 49 points each, third place 48 points, fourth place 47 points, and so on.

3. If a team does not weigh any fish, they will only receive the 25 participation points.

So even if you don’t think you have a shot at 1st place, it is still worth it to weigh your fish to earn extra points.

4. The individual angler that catches the largest Largemouth will also receive an additional 2 points for that tournament. The same thing will go for the individual angler that catches the largest smallmouth.

WHAT IF I DON’T ALWAYS FISH WITH THE SAME TEAM MEMBERS? Even though most of the anglers that fish the Lake Carroll Bass Tournaments fish on teams, the Angler of the Year Contest will be an individual contest. Every angler will receive their own points for each event they fish. So fishing with different team members in different events will not have an impact on your individual points. If you fish every event with the same partner, it is possible to have the same amount of points as your partner. However, if one of you ever catches the large Largemouth or large Smallmouth, they will have been awarded an additional 2 points for that fish.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ENTER? Entrance fee will be $20 per person. The Fishing Club will keep $5 of the entrance fee as a donation the rest will be awarded to the angler of the year.

WHAT IF I CAN’T ATTEND ALL THE TOURNAMENTS? Not everyone can make all of the events throughout the year. Don’t worry; you can still participate in the contest! We will omit everyone’s lowest score after the season is over. So if there are a total of 8 events, only your best 7 event scores will count toward your total. This essential allows everyone the ability to miss one tournament and not be penalized in the contest.

WHEN DO I HAVE TO ENTER THE CONTEST BY? You will be able to enter the contest prior to the first event of the 2019 season when you register for that event. Just tell the tournament director that you would like to sign up for both that event and the Angler of the Year program.

You will also be able to sign up prior to the second event of 2019. However, this would mean that your omitted score would be the first event, regardless of how you finished in that event. This would also mean that you would need to fish the rest of the events in 2019 to not have any zeros go into your score.

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Old Man Winter is here. Short days, long nights, snow and cold temperatures are typical for this time of year. Many snowbirds have departed for the warm southern weather while those residents still in Illinois enjoy the winter activities or are looking forward to an early Spring. Either way, it’s the perfect time to prepare for fishing and fun at Lake Carroll. That fishing and fun may include sharpening fish hooks, changing fishing line, greasing fishing reels, visiting sport shows for new tackle, or marking your calendar for a year filled with Fishing Club activities. To help you plan your schedule and reserve a few dates, a list of Fishing Club events is summarized below.

The Fishing Club new year always begins with the “Sink the Tree” contest. This contest is followed by Ice Skating behind the Hatchery and Snow Golf. Unfortunately, these activities are in jeopardy because Mother Nature has not cooperated (at the time of writing this article) with cold temperatures or snow. Hence, due to open water on the lake and warm temperatures keeping snow to a minimum, the Fishing Club had to make some decisions. Ice Skating behind the Hatchery has been cancelled due to warm weather and water flow from Fawn Pond into the ice-skating pond. This water flow causes currents and fluctuating water levels which could make the ice unsafe for skating. The “Sink the Tree” contest is “On Hold” until the lake freezes over and becomes safe for volunteers to walk on the ice and stand a tree. *Breaking News* Mother Nature has cooperated, Snow Golf is scheduled for February 2nd @ 1pm. This event is held behind the Hatchery where two-person teams using tennis balls play five holes of golf, compete in closest to the pin contests and then test their skills on “Fish Net Golf”.

“Shoot the Hockey Puck into the Net” contest is also part of the day’s activities will not be included due to unsafe ice. Watch for email blasts on Snow Golf and “Sink the Tree” contest unless these events have already been held.

With the winter activities over, planning the rest of the year at the Fishing Club kicks into high gear. A short description of these activities is mentioned below. As a note, some activities have confirmed dates and times, others are TBD. As the TBD’s are defined, news articles or email blasts will provide more information.

HATCHERY STARTUP AND SPRING WALLEYE HATCH The Hatchery startup begins in early March. Cleaning, equipment review, testing the process and preparing work schedules start this hectic period. Beginning around the end of March boat crews will check hoop nets daily to transfer captured walleye back to the hatchery. Eggs will be harvested and fertilized. Incubation tubes are monitored. Newly hatched Fry are released into Fawn Pond or Lake Carroll. This process lasts 4 to 6 weeks. Because the walleye harvest start date is dependent on water temperature, watch for email blasts or call the Hatchery (815493-6148) for a start date. The Spring Walleye Hatch requires many volunteers; consider helping to appreciate this rewarding experience.

HATCHERY OPEN HOUSE Open House dates are Sunday April 14th and 28th from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Visit the hatchery on these days to see a working operation, view fish in holding tanks, become informed on the walleye hatch process and enjoy a few snacks.

GOOSE EGG OILING In the Spring several boat trips are made around the lake to inspect for goose nests. When nests are located, the eggs are oiled. Egg oiling prevents a gosling hatch, reduces future goose populations and does not harm the nesting geese. Many home owners help by reporting nests on their property.

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BASS FISHING TOURNAMENTS Eight tournaments are planned. This year a new award will be presented for “Angler of the Year”. Watch for details on all the tournaments.

KIDS FISHING DERBY The Derby is always planned for Father’s Day weekend and this year the date is Saturday June 15th from 9:00am – 12:00pm. This is a fun family day which focuses on the kids.

Activities includes fishing, games, awards, raffle prizes and lunch. An event flyer will be posted along with email blasts.

COUPLES FISHING TOURNAMENT Monday, August 5th from 9:00am – 12:00pm. Enjoy a relaxing three hours on the lake or fish from the marina docks. Sample the Bloody Mary Bar, grill your favorite entrée and share some fish stories.

GOLF OUTING Saturday, August 25th @ 1:00pm. This event is an 18-hole team scramble combined with individual competitions. The outing includes a trivia contest, awards for best scores and shots, raffle prizes and dinner following golf. Start thinking about your foursome.

SPILLWAY RESCUE Typically held in October, volunteers using seine nets push trapped fish into the shallow end of the spillway where all game fish are netted and returned to the lake. The spillway rescue provides a rewarding experience for the volunteers who rescue these game fish and return them to the lake. Following the rescue, lunch is grilled at the hatchery. The event is TBD since it requires dry ground conditions below the dam and no water flowing down the spillway.

FAWN POND DRAINING The draining of Fawn Pond marks the end of the Spring Walleye Hatch season. As the pond drains, walleye get trapped in the catch basin. These walleyes are netted and transferred to the lake. Dates are TBD as they are dependent upon a start draining date. Due to the length of time needed to drain the pond, this operation could last many days.

PIG ROAST Tentatively planned for Saturday, October 26th. The roast is scheduled to coincide with the draining of Fawn Pond and the netting of walleye.

GIVING TREE Every year the Club sponsors this program to support needy children and seniors in the area.

The tree is setup at Thanksgiving and decorated with gift tag ideas for deserving individuals.

The tree is located in the Clubhouse, everyone’s generosity is always greatly appreciated.

ANNUAL LC CHRISTMAS PARTY This is a perfect way to begin your holiday celebration. The party is still in the planning phase, watch for more details.

Not included with the above events are the Fishing Club Board meetings held every 1st Wednesday of the month and the General Membership and Potluck meetings scheduled on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Both meetings are open to guests. Of note, one General Membership meeting will be planned for a Saturday so that part time residents can participate in a meeting. In addition to the above activities and meetings, the club also schedules a few seasonal day trips. These trips are planned on availability and membership interest. So, mark your calendars for a great year of Fishing Club events. The Club organizes these activities to be fun, rewarding and family orientated. And remember, you don’t need to be an avid fisherperson to join the club. Just someone who enjoys family, friends and a good time.

ATTENTION FISHING CLUB MEMBERS

No Fishing Club Board or regular potluck club meetings in February.

See you in March!

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Little Known About Lake Carroll…

We all look at Lake Carroll differently. Some members see Lake Carroll as a golf course. Others may see the lake and the trophy fishing opportunities that abound. Others see the open and wild green space as a way to escape the ‘urban jungle’ of their work week and busy lives, or a place to reconnect with family and friends.

In all actuality, Lake Carroll is all of the above, and so much more if you take the time to look.

Joe Rush It’s home to one of the rarest bumblebees in the United States, the Lake Manager Rusty Patched Bumblebee! Twenty years ago, you could see these abundant on the landscape, busily working to collect pollen, and helping to propagate the very plants that feed them. Now, it is the very first bee to ever be listed on the Federally Endangered Species list. To many readers, your initial response would be ‘who cares’, but in all actuality, we ALL should care! The famous conservationist, Aldo Leopold, once stated: “The last word in ignorance is the man who says of an animal or plant: ‘What good is it?” ~ Aldo Leopold Did you know that bees, and other pollinators, like the Monarch Butterfly, are the very reason much of the food we eat even exists? Without bees, or other pollinator species, many of our foods would cease to exist! Somewhere between 75% and 95% of flowering plant species need help from pollinators, like bees, to reproduce and survive. Over 1,200 crops we eat can only reproduce with the help of pollinators! I don’t know about you, but I LIKE TO EAT, and if these guys are helping to feed me, I’d REALLY like to do what I can to help them out!

Unfortunately, the Rusty Patched Bumblebee is not our only concern and the main causes for the decline in pollinators is the loss of feeding and nesting habitats. Most prairies and

grasslands of the Upper Midwest have been converted into monoculture farms or developed areas. The grasslands that remain are isolated and small sections. Along with this, the misuse of chemicals and introduction of diseases can all impact the pollinator populations.

So what can WE do as members, lot owners, homeowners, and just citizens of our community to make a difference? Here’s a few ideas…

- Grow a garden!

- Add flowering trees or shrubs to your yard.

- Even potted plants on the patio can provide nectar and pollen for native pollinators - Plant NATIVE plants in your yards for ornamental gardens. Plants such as lupines, asters, and bee balm are aesthetically pleasing and provide necessary food for these species.

- Blooming shrubs like pussy willow and ninebark also provide food.

- Do NOT plant non-native invasive species and work on removing them from your yards if they are present.

Also, by providing natural areas of undisturbed soil, and native plants and grasses you can provide necessary overwintering habitat and nesting areas for bumble bees. By supporting natural areas (like the Lake Carroll Boulevard Prairie in section 28, the remnant prairie in section 25, and natural areas on your own properties) you can increase pollinator habitat and feeding areas.

Lastly, limit the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers whenever possible or avoid them entirely. Pesticides have lethal and sublethal side effects on bees and other pollinators.

“We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect. ~Aldo Leopold, A Sand County Almanac” Please follow and support our local Prairie Club and their efforts to help improve these intrinsic and necessary wild spaces at Lake Carroll. If you’d like to help, or would like more information on what you can do on your own properties, please reach out to me at jrush@ golakecarroll.com Take time to look… to understand… and to appreciate.

Monarch Butterflies are important pollinators and their population is on a sharp declining. They are capable of migrating up to 3,000 miles every year between winter and summer ranges! Picture courtesy of Joe Rush The Rusty Patch Bumblebee was the first bee to be listed on the Federal Endangered Species List. This Rusty Patch is enjoying a meal from a bee balm (Monarda sp) right here at Lake Carroll. Photo Courtesy of Becky Janopoulos

Dandelions are one of the first foods available to bees after coming out of winter hibernation. Cut your spring lawn herbicides and help the bees while saving money!

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The Rusty Patch Bumblebee was the first bee to be listed on the Federal Endangered Species List. This Rusty Patch is enjoying a meal from a bee balm (Monarda sp) right here at Lake Carroll. Photo Courtesy of Becky Janopoulos Danielle and Adelia Rush enjoying what nature has to offer, a young Monarch Butterfly Caterpillar. Photo Courtesy of Joe Rush

Lupine is a beautiful native species important to butterflies and can add great color to your yard. This picture was taken from a private property in Lake Carroll. Photo courtesy of Jim and Pam Richards

Both butterfly weed (background) and milkweed (foreground) are excellent forage plants to help necessary pollinator species, like Monarch butterflies and Rusty Patch Bumblebees to survive. Photo Courtesy of Becky Janopoulos

Take time to look deeper into what Lake Carroll, and you just might find we live in a much more beautiful place than you expected...

Normally we write about prairies. However, this month the subject is woodlands.

The mission statement for our club says “To preserve and manage the prairies and woodlands of Lake Carroll to improve the quality of the community’s ecosystem.

As the glaciers receded from our region over 12,000 years ago, Native Americans moved into the landscape, and began shaping it with fire. They used fire to promote the growth of food plants, to attract game species, for warfare and defense. Oak trees are well adapted to fire with thick bark to insulate them from the heat, with the ability to readily re-sprout if they are damaged and large acorns filled with starch that give young seedlings a rapid start in life.

The open canopy of these woodlands allowed plenty of sunlight to reach the ground so that a diversity of fire tolerant wildflowers, grasses and shrubs could thrive. These plants in turn supported a diverse array of wildlife including beneficial insects, songbirds, reptiles, amphibians and large game: deer, elk, bison, moose, bear and others thrived throughout the Midwest. Native Americans found various plants for building materials, food and medicine in the landscape they sculpted with fire.

Some of these woodlands were logged and then converted to crop land. Those that remained slowly began to fill in with fire-intolerant, but shade tolerant tree species. Some farmers continued the practice of burning their woods and pastures to promote vigorous ground-layer growth for their grazing cattle. But in the latter half of the 20th century, fires were largely stamped out with the Smokey the Bear propaganda efforts during a time when the benefits of wild land fire were not well understood, and the risks were greatly feared.

Today, oak woodlands bear little resemblance to their ‘natural’ and healthy condition.

The woodlands that do remain- aggressive, fire-intolerant trees such as maple, box elder, walnut, ash, cherry, basswood, hackberry and elm have begun filling in the canopy under and in-between the oaks, leaving little light reaching the ground. Oak seedlings aren’t getting enough light to germinate and survive. Young oak trees are becoming a very rare plant on the landscape, only occasionally found on the edges of woodlands. Woodlands once had abundant

This is a picture of the south end of our lot, as seen from the house before we cleared much of the understory invasives (buckthorn, bush honeysuckle, garlic mustard) in 2016.

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These unbalanced ecosystems are ripe for invasion by non-native species. Eurasian plants such as buckthorn, honeysuckle and garlic mustard are well adapted to shaded and disturbed woodlands. Their explosive growth further impacts the woodland community. This is a condition common here at Lake Carroll. Our own wooded lot was a prime example.

Since we cleared the woodland of invasives, native species such as wild geranium, spring beauty, wild ginger, violets, blood root, Jack-in-the-pulpit, dog bane, trilliums, and mayapples to mention a few have regained supremacy on the woodland floor. We still have to be vigilant.

Plants such as cow parsnip, poison hemlock, burdock, and pokeweed are aggressive and can regain a foothold in the newly cleared areas if not removed before they go to seed and replenish the seed bank in the soil. These are biennials and can be controlled. You remove them by using a sharp shovel and cutting through the crown of the plant, just below the surface. If no blooms are present, the remnant can simply be tossed aside, to simply decompose and add nutrients to the soil. If blooms are present, it must be bagged and disposed of in the trash. Take special care and use gloves when handling many of these plants, especially cow parsnip, which like its cousin, wild parsnip, has sap which can cause blisters due to phytophotodermatitis. This is a reaction of the sap to sunlight, causing blisters to the skin.

Much of the elm trees on our lot have since died. Many have since been felled during storms in recent years and been removed. We have also noted that other fire intolerant species, noted in this article are present in our woodlands; black cherry, box elder, walnut, and hackberry. If fires had been used periodically, we would not see these species of trees taking over. Trees need sunlight to survive and if woodlands begin to fill with these fire intolerant trees, they crowd out the canopy and limit available sunlight. This prevents our oaks from creating progeny, insuring the next generation of stately oaks. In the absence of fire, we can still take steps to prevent these invaders from choking out our native oaks and hickories. Simply ‘girdle’ the undesirable tree. This is done by cutting through the bark deep enough to prevent the tree from taking up nutrients. Two cuts, made 6 - 10 inches apart, are done completely circling the tree. You can also remove the bark between those cuts but many times making these cuts is sufficient. This will then kill the tree the following year. The defoliation of that tree will open the surrounding trees and the woodland floor to more sunlight. The girdled tree will also make good habitat for other species (i.e. woodpeckers). With the increased sunlight, the native plants that once thrived on the woodland floor will once more begin to assert their dominance.

This is the same area taken January this year. Note the absence of much of the woody invasives in the understory.

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Section 5, Lot 258R (replat of 258 & 259), 2/3 of an acre, wooded area, excellent building site, LIP special assessment paid in full. $5000. Call 815-493-2376 if interested.

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Highland seeks artist entries for the 50th District Juried Art Exhibit

Highland Community College seeks entries for the 50th District Juried Art Exhibit in the Highland Gallery. The exhibition, displayed from February 14-March 6, will recognize local artists in the college’s district and celebrate visual contributions to the community.

The exhibit is open to original two-dimensional and three-dimensional art in any medium completed in the last two years and not previously exhibited in the Highland Gallery. Artists 18 years and older must live in the Highland district or enrolled at Highland.

All submissions are viewed and accepted or rejected into the exhibit based on meeting the exhibition prospectus criteria: eligibility, rules of entry, and limitations. Submitted work is accepted or rejected based on overall visual excellence determined by components such as compositional resolve, concept, content, and manipulation of media.

Submissions are composed of the actual artwork and supporting identification of work properly documented in the prospectus and entry form. Accepted submissions are viewed in two phases to determine award placement.

Artists may submit up to three works of art with a nonrefundable $3 fee per work. Delivery of the work, entry form and fee will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on January 31 at the Highland Gallery, located in the Ferguson Fine Arts Center, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. The complete submission requirements, award placement criteria, entry form and prospectus are available at highland.edu/gallery. For questions, email highlandgallery@highland.edu or call Bill Buehler at 815-599-3490.

HCC Lifelong Learning February classes Highland Community College Lifelong Learning January courses include Paint Party with Friends, Women’s Self Defense and more. To register and view the complete Lifelong Learning schedule, visit highland.edu/lifelong or call 815-599-3414. For more information about Lifelong Learning and to find out the latest in new course offerings, call 815-599-3403.

INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION

Location: Highland Community College, Building N, room N-158, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. Registration Deadline: Feb. 8; Class Date: Feb. 16; Class Time: 9 a.m.—12 p.m.

Fee: $35 Instructors: Suzanne Miller/Paula Schmoldt Participants will learn the effects of meditation. Topics include but not limited to stress management, assisting with anxiety, and managing pain. A variety of the provided strategies can be practiced or applied immediately.

INTRODUCTION TO ESSENTIAL OILS

Location: Highland Community College, Building H, room H-210,

2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. Registration Deadline: Feb. 11; Class Date: Feb. 18; Class Time: 5:30—8:30 p.m.

Fee: $69 Instructors: Suzanne Miller/Paula Schmoldt This three-hour workshop will cover the benefits of five essential oils. Participants will learn the importance of safety and the difference between “warm” and “cool” oils. The instructor will discuss the need to identify the quality of oils. Application and typical uses will be outlined. Attendees will sample and receive samples of each oil used in class.

Course fee includes $30 for samples of oils.

BLACK HAWK WAR IN THE UPPER MIDWEST

MY FAIR LADY has entertained over a billion people wordwide with its enchanting Cinderella story about Eliza Doolittle, a bedraggled, cockney flower girl who is transformed into an elegant lady by the brilliant and irascible Professor Higgins by teaching her the proper way to speak. It is a beautiful show filled with gorgeous costumes, breath-taking dancing, rib-tickling comedy, and an unforgettable score featuring such hits as “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” and “I Could Have Danced All Night.”

Bus Leaves Bank: 8 a.m. Performance: 1:30 p.m. Bus Return: 6 p.m.

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Location: Highland Community College, Building H, room H-127 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. Registration Deadline: Feb. 12; Class Dates: Feb. 19, 26, Mar. 5, 12, 19 Class Time: 7—8 p.m.; Fee: $42 Instructor: Allen Reed In April 1832, the “British Band” of the Sauk and Fox tribes, led by the redoubtable warrior Black Hawk, crossed the Mississippi River from Iowa to Illinois in a last desperate effort to reclaim their home town of Saukenuk from the white settlers they felt had taken the land illegally. This event led to the governor of Illinois calling out the state militia and the US Army sending troops to track down Black Hawk and his followers. The following months saw violence erupt between the Native Americans and the troops chasing them until the final battle at Bad Axe in August. The class will trace the history of the conflict between the Sauk and the settlers and follow the events of what came to be called the Black Hawk War.

SMARTPHONE I — BASIC

Location: Highland Community College, Building T, room T-159 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. Registration Deadline: Feb. 12; Class Date: Feb. 19; Class Time: 6:30—8 p.m.

Fee: $25 Instructor: Shara Ibalio Learn more about your smartphone. The class will include security, how to use contacts, linking your email and more. Time will be reserved at the end of class to have your questions answered.

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RECIPE CORNER By: Susan O’Connor Marketing & Program Coordinator, Programming in Carroll, Lee & Whiteside Counties

HOT BUTTERED RUM Great for a cold winter night!

LEE COUNTY 4-H PROJECT POOL: A FUN MORNING FOR EVERYONE!

University of Illinois Extension, Lee County is holding 4-H Project Pool for kids ages 5-18 on Saturday, February 16 at the Lee County Fair Grounds. The morning will start at 9am and end at 12pm. It is a short, educational fun filled opportunity for kids in 4-H and out of 4-H. We are excited to have many different classes available including; arts, food decorating, food science, vegetables, dogs, weather, catapult engineering, forestry and more! Each participant will be able to choose three projects to learn about.

Children between the ages of 5 and 7 years old will get to do special projects just for them!

All youth is welcome to come! Registration is $15 per child. Pre-register at go.illinois.edu/ projectpool The University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. For more information on University of Illinois Extension 4-H Youth Development programs, contact the Lee County Extension Office at 815-857-3525 or kbook@illinois.edu

EXTENSION OFFERS CHILD CARE UNIVERSITY FOR CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALS

Early childhood educators, childcare providers, and other professionals are invited to participate in the annual Child Care University Early Childhood Conference.

Presented by University of Illinois Extension in partnership with Community Coordinated Child Care and Sauk Valley Community College, Child Care University is a day of learning geared toward childcare professionals.

Featuring a variety of sessions on timely and relevant childcare topics, Child Care University supports childcare practitioners in providing quality childcare. This full day of learning and sharing of ideas helps childcare providers and early childhood educators to enrich the quality of care provided to both children and families.

Keynote speaker, Joyce Hemphill, will provide an interactive and powerful session on The Power of Playful Learning. Breakout session topics include nutrition, brain development, Ag in the Classroom, emotional intelligence, child health, and other relevant topics.

Child Care University will be held on Saturday, March 2nd from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL Route 2, Dixon. Cost of the daylong seminar is $35 and includes lunch. Attendees will earn professional development credits towards their Illinois Gateways registry. Pre-registration is required by February 22. To register, visit: go.illinois.edu/ChildCareU. For more information, contact Karla Belzer at 815-632-3611 or kbelzer@illinois.edu.

SPECIAL INTEREST 4-H CLUB FOR KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Who doesn’t like snacks? During this six session Special Interest 4-H Club, kids with special needs will learn, make, and try healthy snacks and drinks.

The Snacking Fun Special Interest Club will meet twice a week for three weeks on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Dixon at the Grace United Methodist Church starting February 12, 5:15-6:15pm. It is open to youth ages 8-18 (as of Sept 1, 2018). While geared towards kids with special needs, all are welcome.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required at go.illinois.edu/SipSnack or by calling 815-632-3611

THE SHOCKINGLY BEAUTIFUL WAY TO IMPROVE WATER QUALITY

On Saturday, March 23, 2019, the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners of Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside Counties will be hosting the 2019 Ready…Set… Grow… garden conference day from 8:00 am to 2:15 pm at Sauk Valley Community College.

This year’s keynote address: The Shockingly Beautiful Way to Improve Water Quality, will focus on how homeowners can use strategies such as nutrient loss reduction, green infrastructure, and sustainable lawn care practices to improve their lawns but also water quality in their area.

Our keynote speaker is Eliana Brown, an Outreach Specialist with the University of Illinois Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources & Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant. She is the principal investigator of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy focusing on facilitation and project management. Eliana also works with communities, Master Gardeners, and others to educate the public about stormwater issues and green infrastructure best management practices. Eliana received her MS in civil and environmental engineering and a BS in general engineering with a secondary field in marketing from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

She is a LEED AP and a Master Gardener.

Ready…Set…Grow… will also offer three sessions with 15 workshops including some hands-on, a vendor show, door prizes, and a Master Gardener Help Desk. The fee for this program is $45, and registrations will be accepted until March 18, 2019.

Fee includes a Continental breakfast & buffet lunch, a welcome bag, and handouts from educational sessions.

Please register by March 15, 2019. Register online or download the registration form at go.illinois.edu/ReadySetGrow If you are interested in more information about Ready…Set…Grow… or becoming a Master Gardener, please contact your local Extension office.

Ingredients: 2/3 cups packed brown sugar ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened ¼ cup honey ½ tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp ground nutmeg ½ tsp ground cloves Pinch salt ¾ cups spiced or white rum 2 cups boiling water

Directions: Using an electric mixer, beat sugar, honey, butter, and spices until smooth.

Add rum and boiling water, stir until butter mixture dissolves. Divide into 4 mugs. Serve.

Makes 4 servings

All ingredients are available at Trailside

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