Lake Carrolls News November 2014

Lake Carroll News, November 2014

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Lake Carroll News A publication of the Lake Carroll Association and its members The Lake Carroll News is online! www.golakecarroll.com News & Events>Newspaper November 2014

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What’s Inside...

New aerial photo donated to the Clubhouse.

See page 8A

December 7th and 14th, 9am-11am!

See page 8A

Spillway draining - another successful fish recovery for our lake.

See page 14B

LAKE LEVEL As of Friday, October 31, 2014 - 738’ 6” Pool Level is 740’ ADMIN OFFICE CLOSED: Thurs-Sat Nov 27, 28, & 29 – Thanksgiving Wed/Thu Dec 24 & 25 – Christmas Wed/Thu Dec 31 & Jan 1 – New Year’s 2014 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE: Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 7 (Annual Mtg), Dec 12 (if needed), Jan 23, Feb 27, Mar 27, Apr 24 2015 BUDGET INFORMATION Dollars & Sense – 5A PrezSez – 6A 2015 Proposed Budget Fact Sheet – 6A Pool Loan Payoff – 5B

Vol. 42 No. 11

RecDirect

Plumtree Winter Recreation Area Saturday, December 20th will kick off our ski season at Plumtree Ski Area, weather permitting. Please refer to the Plumtree Recreation Area Winter Amenity Schedule in this issue for details of the Ski Hill Season. Winterfest will be coming up in January with many fun activities planned. Keep your Chelsey Heckman calendars open for January 17th.

Recreation Director See flyer for more details.

Ski and Snowboard Instruction will again be available this season with advance reservations required. We will be willing to provide walk-in lessons if instructors are available. Only reservations will guarantee lesson availability, so please call 815-493-8549 ext 10 to make your reservation. Reservations for the weekend must be received by close of business on Friday, one week prior to your lesson.

Aquatic Complex The Lake Carroll Aquatic Complex will have extended open swim hours for the holiday season. Thanksgiving Day we will be closed but Friday November 28th we will have extended open swim hours from 12:00pm-7:00pm. The December holiday hours will be in effect starting Monday December 22nd- January 2nd extended hours for open swim every day 12:00 pm – 7:00. With the few exceptions of Christmas Eve we will be open just for morning swim and CHRISTMAS DAY we will be CLOSED. New Year’s Eve Day we will close at 4:00pm, and New Year’s Day we will have regular morning swim hours and open swim 12:00pm-7:00pm.

Recreation Fitness Classes: Zumba Class continues thru November every Monday and Thursday morning from 10:00am-11:00am Low Impact Class continues through November every Tuesday and Friday morning 110:00am-11:45m.

Past Events: Saturday October 11th was the Lake Carroll Halloween party at the Plumtree Lodge. Kids enjoyed themselves playing games, going through the Haunted Maze, and carving pumpkins’.

Future Events: (See ads for more details) Wacky Game Night with Live DJ Music and LOADS OF FUN! Saturday, November 22nd at the Lodge.

Little Elves Workshop Saturday December 20th at the Lodge (Reservation required.)

Winterfest January 17th. See flyer for more details!

Article and Photos by Dan Herman

NICOR 14A: Janille Miller – Low Income Assistance 14A: Mike Kaysen – LCA Nicor Project Update 14A: Jina Burns – Winter Installation AT&T TOWER UPDATE – See page 5B

2014 LCA ANNUAL MEETING Sunday, December 7th Clubhouse Lower Level 11:30am Registration Bring your LCA ID Card!

12:30pm Meeting begins No food or drink (other than water) allowed in the meeting room.

And a really good time was had by all. The Trail Club Night Ride was a great success again. A good turnout of trail fans was greeted with cool temps, no wind and a dust free track. And some folks did a fine job of decorating their machines with lights and other goodies that added to the spectacle of the line o’ lights in the dark. Winner of best decoration was the machine of Jim Splitt and Lynn Versten and they led the parade. Health conditions changed me from a participant to a spectator, thus Nancy and I chased the line around Lake Carroll Boulevard and were treated to spectacular views of the line o’ lights crawling across the open areas and through the woods. And we weren’t alone; the riders reported families outside their trail side homes and others hiking to good vantage points along the track. We heard many exclamations of enjoyment along the trail and at the Lodge afterward. So the Ride rewards riders and spectators alike.

Of course an event of this size requires a lot of help and generates many thanks. Security was represented by Jeremy Glick and Bob Randerson.

Jeremy did a hustle job of escorting the line over the public roadways; numerous riders remarked to me what a good job he did. Others reported that a machine broke down and Bob, following the line, did a rescue. Thanks guys for the good support of our fun time. The riders were greeted by a hot bonfire upon return to the Lodge courtesy of Don and Jonna Whalen.

Many of the participants contributed snacks for the closing party and Fiona Baumgartner of the Clubhouse restaurant marched in with tasty hot snack items. Unseen, but appreciated is that Shaun Nordlie and his Maintenance crew made a special tending of the track beforehand in spite of difficult wet conditions. Without their support this thing couldn’t be enjoyable. And to top it off, I misplaced my cane when loading items in the car afterward. Denise Lahm found it, deduced it was mine and returned it to me. Good folks all.

Oh, but you want to know the big news! The winning tickets of the Win Your Dues raffle were drawn before an excited crowd. First prize of payment of the 2015 dues was awarded to Stan and Char Messmore (23-55). (And I sold the ticket!) Second prize of $500 cash was won by Ron and Laurie Hanson (25-82) and third prize of a $250 Lake Carroll gift card was won by Gary and Jeannie Andrews (4-133). The Hanson’s generously donated one half of their prize back to the Trail Club. Thank you! Your gift will advance our quest to rebuild the swinging bridge.

Whew! It was an exciting time and somehow I think we’ll do it again.

By the time you receive this paper our season concluding event may be over. But, if you can, please support the Pack the Pantry ride described in an accompanying flyer. Less fortunate people in the Carroll County area deserve your help. That’s it. See you on the trail!

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GM Report

After months of work by the Finance Committee, the Steering Committee, Dozens of Volunteers and the Administrative staff, the 2015 Proposed Budget was approved by the Board of Directors at the October 24, 2014 Board Meeting. What this means is that the Board has approved this Budget which will now be forwarded to Membership for your approval at the Annual Meeting to be held on December 7th at the Clubhouse.

The 2015 Budget is the fourth budget I have been involved with since my arrival in December of 2010 and it has been, by far, the most difficult.

Our Dam needs to be repaired and the cost for the Grouting project will be approximately $500,000.00. The Committees and the Board agreed that the Dam receive top priority and that it is absolutely necessary to Mike Schmieder address this matter now. In order for us incorporate the grouting project General Manager into the Fixed Asset Budget, many scheduled and requested projects were carefully reviewed and reprioritized. Many projects, like the Golf Course improvement plan and the Clubhouse Bar furniture and carpet replacement were removed from the 2015 budget to accommodate the Dam repair.

The Operating Budget also presented us with many challenges. The biggest cost increase we face heading into 2015 is the rising cost of healthcare for our staff. Our healthcare premiums will increase by $44,600 or 16% beginning January 1st. Dozens of other operational cost increases (too many to mention here) have outpaced the Dues increases over the past several years and need to be addressed.

Dues increases are never going to be popular and those who assisted in creating this budget are, and have been, very mindful of that fact. Sometimes however, as with this budget, making decisions based solely on keeping dues increases to a minimum may be popular during the budget process, but can create a budget that compromises our ability to maintain the standards which are expected by the Membership. The rate of inflation over the past five years has been 2%. Our dues increases over that same time have been held to 1.5%. What were popular budget decisions at the time has resulted in a $38,000 operating deficit in 2013 and a similar projection for 2014. From an operations standpoint, our goal is to continue to maintain and enhance our Community. This objective can’t be met with dues increases which do not even keep up with the rate of inflation.

The 2015 Budget calls for a $100.00 increase in annual dues, an increase of approximately 7%.

It isn’t possible to attempt to sell the 2015 budget in this article, but I will ask the Membership to consider the entire budget when voting on it. In early November, you will be receiving the annual information packet regarding the proposed budget. The packet will include detailed information on the budget including the projects and expenses which will be funded in this budget, and which ones have been eliminated or deferred. By approving this budget, the Dam can be repaired in 2015 without the need for a special assessment. You can read more information on the 2015 Proposed Budget in “Prez Sez”, “Dollars & Sense”, and the “2015 Proposed Budget Fact Sheet” published in this issue.

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving and I look forward to seeing you On December 7th at the Annual Meeting.

Lake Carroll News, November 2014

PLEASE TAKE NOTE

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

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

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OFFICE DIRECTORY

Karen Clark, Front Desk Donna Beyer, Communications Dir. Mike Schmieder, General Manager Lisa Vanderheyden, HR Mgr / Finance Julie Brantner, Accounts Receivable Arlene Gries, Administrative Assistant Shaun Nordlie, Facilities Manager Deb Stagno, Technology Director Security (or 493-2599) Joyce Stadel, Finance Assistant Missy Clark, Front Desk Joe Rush, Lake Manager Lee Harbison, Building Inspector

Notes from the Office

Carroll Co. Sheriff . . . . . . 815-244-2635 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Lake Carroll Security Cell . 815-493-2599

ANNUAL MEETING REMINDERS The Annual Meeting mailing is scheduled for week of November 10, 2014. The mailing will be sent in 4” x 9” black & white Lake Carroll envelopes. 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 2015 Budget at the 2014 Annual Meeting.

If you were paying your dues on a quarterly basis, the final quarterly payment was due October 31, 2014. As of November 1, 2014, $100.00 late fees have been added to all unpaid accounts. Late fees were also added to unpaid 2014 August mowing fees.

Proxies for the 2014 Annual Meeting may be returned to the Association Office anytime prior to the meeting on December 7, 2014. Please read the directions included in your Annual Meeting packet, which you should receive the week of November 10th, 2014.

WINTER CAMPGROUND & BOAT STORAGE Winter fees are now due. Cost for either the campground or boat storage is $110 for the winter season (November 1, 2014 – March 31, 2015). If you are utilizing the campground or boat storage facilities, please mail your monies as soon as possible. New Camper or Lower Boat Parking assignments must be made with the Front Desk. If you have questions, please call Karen 815-493-2552 ext 10.

WINTER ADDRESS CHANGES If you wish to have your mailings and Lake Carroll News delivered to your snowbird address, or if you’ve recently moved, please call Julie at 815-493-2552 ext 14 or email julieb@golakecarroll.com with your address changes. The bills & 2015 information sheet packet will be sent the week following the Annual Meeting in December. Deeded boat slip & shoreline dock notices will be sent approximately December 26, 2014.

PHOTO MEMBERSHIP ID CARDS Reminder to all members – ADULTS - DO NOT DISCARD YOUR PHOTO ID CARDS. The same cards will be used in 2015. Your picture on your Amenity card will be mandatory if you wish to exercise your use of the amenities (i.e. swim pool, ski hill, golf course). Admin Staff is working on updating LCA Member’s dependent children 18 years & younger. As we have been publishing, we need a clear head & shoulder picture with a plain background.

Photos from other ID’s with holograms are not accepted. The preferred method to receive new photos is via email to photoid@golakecarroll.com. If you don’t have this option, the office staff is available to take your photo Monday through Saturday between the hours of 9 AM & 3 PM. If you are a new member in 2014 and/or have updated your children’s ID photos within 2014, your pictures will not need updating. December and January are traditionally two of the busiest months at the Association Office. The office staff may not be able to process your picture immediately. If you plan on using your new amenity card at the ski hill or swimming pool, please submit your photos now or visit the Association Office soon. Thanks for your cooperation.

Association Business Hours Monday – Saturday 8 am to 4:30pm

By Julie Brantner

LAKE CARROLL NEWSUSPS 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 11.

Periodicals postage paid at Sterling, IL 61081 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.

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Table of Contents Administration Annual Meeting Notice................................. 1A GM Report.................................................... 3A ID Photo Updated....................................... 15B Office Notes.................................................. 3A All About You Chalupa – Eagle.......................................... 10A Board of Directors BOD Member List........................................ 6A Minutes – 9/26/2014................................... 11A Prez Sez......................................................... 6A Budget 2015 Proposed................. 5A, 6A, & 5B Calendars - Events/Committees/Club............ 7A Classifieds..................................................... 14B Clubhouse Clubhouse News........................................... 8A Hours, Specials............................................. 8A New Year’s Eve Party................................. 13B Communication AT&T Tower Update..................................... 5B Facilities Update........................................... 5B GM Report to BOD..................................... 12A Standing Committees.................................... 6A Nicor – Low Income Assistance................. 14A Nicor – LCA Project Update....................... 14A Nicor – Winter Installations........................ 14A Financial (2015 Prop Budget see *) * Dollars & Sense......................................... 5A * Proposed Budget Fact Sheet...................... 6A Financials – September 2014........................ 5A * Pool Loan Payoff....................................... 5B * Prez Sez...................................................... 6A Golf From the Golf Pro....................................... 10B Pro Shop Sale.............................................. 10B IMAGine....................................................... 15A Lake & Natural Resources Angel Trees................................................... 2B Bass Tourney Results.................................... 3B Bass Tourney Schedule-2016........................ 3B Catch of the Day – LC Fishing Photos......... 7B Christmas Party............................................. 2B Christmas Tree Donations............................. 2B Fishing Club Member App........................... 3B Fish Tales...................................................... 3B Lake Level.................................................... 1A Lake & Natural Resources............................ 4B Spillway Inspect & Fish Recovery............. 14B Photography Club Photo of the Month..................................... 10A Aerial Photo Donation to Clubhouse............ 8A Quilters – Sadie’s Dream................................ 1B Recreation 2014/2015 Winter Schedule.......................... 9B Exercise Classes.......................................... 13B Fitness Center Expanded Hours.................. 13A Help Wanted................................................ 13B Pool Hours (See RecDirect).......................... 1A RecDirect...................................................... 1A Upcoming Rec Events................................... 8B Winterfest...................................................... 8B Safety & Security/EMS Neighborhood Watch.................................... 4A Residential Inspection & Heat Light Info..... 5A Safety First.................................................... 5A Security Notes............................................... 4A Security Fine Assessments............................ 4A Thank You Craft Show.................................................... 9A Women’s & Quilt Clubs>Rose Kuhlemier.... 9A Trail Talk......................................................... 1A Pack the Pantry........................................... 10B Women’s Club................................................ 9A Member Application..................................... 9A

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. 11. Editorial Policy adopted 2/22/05.

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

Security Notes Neighborhood Watch

By Mike Siciliano, NW Coordinator

Security Stats for September 2014:

Luke Fossett Security Supervisor

House Checks- 4365 Amenity Checks - 1011 Service Calls- 188 Complaints- 14 Deliveries- 55 Assist Motorists- 3 Ambulance Calls- 6

Fire Department Calls - 1 Alarms- 2 ATV’s Checked – 51 Boats Assisted- 3 Fishing License Checked- 63 Creel Limits Checked- 63 Marina Vehicles Checked - 766

Just a reminder 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 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, let’s have a safe winter driving season.

The deer harvesting program began at Lake Carroll on October 1st. Please be aware folks will be out in the woods and you may see more vehicles parked alongside of the roads. This brings me to another topic. I know the deer are enjoyable to look at but it is illegal in the state of Illinois to use bait to attract deer. ** It is unlawful to make available food, salt, mineral blocks or other products for ingestion by wild deer or other wildlife in areas where wild deer are present. Page 11, of the Illinois hunting Rules and Regulations.

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

Fall is right around the corner. As the nights cool off many of you will be leaving for warmer destinations it is time to consider utilizing the low temperature light program the security department offers. Several homes experienced major water damage at Lake Carroll last year during the harsh winter. The home owner places a light in a window with a colored bulb. The light is plugged into a low temperature switch. When the temperature in the residence falls below a preset temperature the light is activated and will be viewed by security. Then security will contact you or other contacts you have provided too security. See more information about this program elsewhere in this issue, on www.golakecarroll.com, or contact me if you have any questions. I have seen the devastation water can due to homes here at the lake because of a broken water pipe, something to consider.

I would like to wish all the property owners and their guests a safe and enjoyable fall 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.18 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.

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 Rules and Regulations pages 9 & 10, Chapter I. Section C. 2.

Did You Know: All garbage receptacles must be returned to residence within 24 hours of garbage pickup. All garbage must be placed in a proper receptacle to avoid the garbage being distributed throughout the area by local wildlife. Moring disposal offers receptacles and residential garbage service that will return your receptacles to your property. This information is located in the Lake Carroll Rules and Regulations page 37, Chapter IV. Section C. 6.

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 and Regulations regarding pets page 37, Chapter IV. Section C. 8.

OCTOBER 2014 - FINE ASSESSMENTS LAST FIRST SEC LOT VIOLATION Capotosto Don 17 141 Speeding Lake (63) Reckless Operation Chamberlian (guest) Andrew 1 101 Wrong Direction of Travel Lake Doy Bradley 21 5 No Spotter Eveland (guest) Matt 4 75 Reckless Operation ATV Fitzsimmons Ryan 16 159 Illegal Dumping Golbeck Jeffery 30 74 No Guest Pass Hopkins (guest) Bob 27 54 Illegal Use of Golf Cart Japlon Jeffery 3 541 Speeding (51) Kaminski (guest) Jake 17 38 Underage Operation ATV Kasner Nathan 17 38 Underage Operation ATV Mnich (guest) Mark 27 42 Speeding ATV (41) Paxson Reid 1 3 Expired Guest Pass Shaw Kylie 26 9 Illegal Use of Golf Cart Stillo Samual 25 29 Speeding (43) Zagurski Mike 24 39 Speeding Lake (51) (2nd Offence)

FINE $100.00 $50.00 $50.00 $100.00 $25.00 $25.00 $50.00 $62.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $25.00 $50.00 $50.00 $100.00

It is getting very close to saying good bye to many of our L.C friends and neighbors for the annual migration to a warmer climate. If you’re among the thousands about to migrate to a warmer climate, beware of these common snowbird scams: PHONY CALLS. Snowbirds can expect an increase in phony phone calls claiming that they’ve won a sweepstakes or that a grandchild is in a jam and needs a quick wiring of cash.

Why? The scammers also migrate to the snowbird communities. Scammers buy calling lists of communities that are more populated by thousands of seasonal residents. If you own a condo or second home, it’s easy to get personal info such as your name and age, information that’s dropped into the come-on to make it seem more legitimate. Just hang up!

THE FRIENDLY MECHANIC. They wait outside shopping malls or supermarkets, watching for snowbirds (often recognized by out-of-state license plates) to park and go inside. If the cars older or left unlocked, they can easily pop the hood and disable the vehicle by pulling wires. When the elderly target returns to their auto (usually women in their 70’s and 80’s) the phony mechanic offers help getting their car started, often taking cash reward, or driving them to the bank for money to pay for the repair, your best option, if you’re not an AAA member, is to call a friend or police to give you a hand.

BEWARE OF SURROUNDINGS AT FLEA MARKETS. Organized gangs work flea markets and the aisles of stores near retirement communities for a week or so, then move to the next community. Snowbirds are especially targeted because they tend to carry cash, wear looser-fitting clothing and may have slower reactions. If you’re in a crowd or you see strangers ahead, keep your hand on your wallet or tightly clutch your handbag. Be especially careful when approached by “lost” duos in need of directions. (One distracts you (sometimes with map in hand), while the other dips into your bag.) If possible, keep wallets in a buttoned pocket or in a safety pouch worn beneath clothing.

ID THEFT. Store clerks who capture credit card numbers with cellphone cameras or pen and paper and then make fraudulent purchases. It’s a good idea to use only one card with the lowest credit limit for snowbird season purchases and go online regularly to keep close tabs on its activity.

THE BANK SCAM. Milling around outside banks, con artists pose as bank officials or law enforcement agents who are investigating a corrupt teller. They ask you, as a trusted customer, to go inside, withdraw some money and hand it over. Don’t worry, we just need to check serial numbers and mark the banknotes, you’re told, we’ll redeposit them right away to see if the teller steals any. Of course, they and the cash quickly disappear. Real banking examiners and police don’t need your money for their investigations.

THE LOTTERY WINNER WHO CAN’T COLLECT. In a parking lot, someone approaches you claiming to hold a winning lottery ticket. Only problem, the “winner” is in the United States illegally and can’t go get the money. Just pay me a portion of the jackpot, you’re told, and you can have the ticket. Its number may be “verified” by a passerby “I saw it announced on TV last night.” In reality, this person is an accomplice.

It’s one of many so-called pigeon drop scams, in which a stranger offers to share a fortune (found money, an inheritance, etc.) once you make your “good faith” contribution. As I always like to say (forget-a-bout-it) THE CONDO CAPER. Unannounced visits by self-described utility workers or contractors should always sound internal alarms of a possible scam. But a request to enter your home can have more credence when the front-door fraudster claims “the condo association sent me.

The bad guys often work in pairs and also pose as exterminators. One may “accidentally” spill liquid or even spray pesticide on you and divert your attention by helping with the cleanup while the other searches and always can find the valuables. If there are valuables to be found, they will find them. If there is one guy, reports have been made when a con artist pours a lubricant on a women’s hand and easily slips off her ring, or offers to clean it for you.

Some then just pocket the jewelry and run off, knowing that many elders are timid and won’t stop them. So unless you initiate contact or the condo association gives prior notice, never let these folks inside your dwelling.

Those that are staying behind to enjoy the snow and winter experiences still have to be vigilant just like the snowbirds, but it’s easier to become LAX when enjoying the warmer weather and playing golf, swimming, sunbathing, etc. You know what, on second thought forget all the above acting like I was worried about your welfare when away from L/C someplace warm and sunny. You are all on your own! I’M KIDDING…be safe and stay healthy. We got your back!

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Safety First

By Dan Herman

I’m back! After a long absence due to illness I’m resuming our discussions of your safety.

And I want to thank Matt Ripplinger for stepping in to continue providing you safety guidance in my absence. Good to be here again.

Winter? Snow? What? Well, with the severe weather we had last winter it’s appropriate to talk about winter preparation early in November.

Driveway marking. If you will invest the effort now to set markers identifying the borders of your driveway, you’ll get payback when the whole scene is covered in a featureless blanket of white stuff. The markers will help you not meander your car off into the yard, help you blow or shovel snow from only the drive and keep your plower from cutting up the turf around the pavement. The hardware stores have long thin fiberglass rods with bright color markings just for this purpose. They are long enough to show above any snow we’re ever likely to get. They’re easy to drive into the soil next to the pavement (non-frozen ground, do it early). On straight stretches space them about 15 to 20 feet apart. In curves choose locations that define the curve with spacing appropriate to the eye. A personal safety tip: the rods are fiberglass reinforced plastic and strands of fiberglass can protrude from the surface and leave nasty impossible-to-see splinters in your hands. Wear gloves when handling them.

The markers look kinda goofy when viewed on a clean grass surface, but when the snow comes you’ll be glad to have their guidance.

No Towing. Once again it’s important for you to remember that Lake Carroll Security will not tow your vehicle stranded in a ditch or snow bank. Lake Carroll Security is not authorized to tow your vehicle if it is stuck in the snow off the road. If you are stuck and stranded, within the boundaries of Lake Carroll, a call to Security will bring an officer in a patrol car that will assist you in reaching home or some other warm place of shelter, but will not tow your car. Towing will be your responsibility and you will have to contact a professional towing company for that service. In times of heavy snow when the tow companies are busy the wait for assistance can be very long. This brings up the question: “Is this trip really necessary?”

Considering the risk to your safety and the cost of getting your car towed is driving in stormy weather and/or slick roads justified? Is your mission so important that it can’t be delayed to a time of better conditions? By the way, it’s a good idea to install Security’s direct phone number (815 493 2599) in your cell phone contacts or on a slip of paper in the car so you have it when you need it.

Heat warning lights. Again it’s a little early to talk about this, but observation indicates some of the snowbirds are migrating south already and many of us will be leaving our homes vacant for a few months. Security Director Luke Fossett has been writing about the offseason house watch service and the use of heat warning lights and I encourage you to use that service. I do. Also, I’d like to elaborate on how to set up the heat lamp.

Place a colored lamp in a window facing the street (or your long secluded driveway) and/ or an occupied neighbor’s house. The lamp is controlled by a temperature sensitive switch.

When the interior temperature drops below a set point the lamp goes on to alert Security or the neighbors that something is amiss in the heating system. The recommended switch is branded LUX, model WIN 100 and is available at Menards (and sometimes at the Association office) at a cost of approximately $40. The controller has electrical connection prongs so that it can be plugged directly into a wall outlet fixture. Do not install the switch on an outlet on an outside wall!! An outside wall outlet can be exposed to cold outdoor air passing through the wall and the outlet box. If the controller unit is plugged into such an outlet it can be subjected to abnormally low temperatures, not indicative of the prevailing indoor temperature, and activate the warning lamp unnecessarily – a false alarm. Improper switch location has been the leading cause of false alarms. The best location for the controller is on an interior wall, preferably in a room facing north so the room temperature is not affected by sunlight. Use an extension cord from the switch to the lamp if necessary to locate the lamp in a window visible to assigned observers.

The WIN 100 controller has a minimum temperature set point of +45°F. To allow for variations in furnace thermostat operation and room temperature it is best to set the thermostat to at least 10 degrees higher than the switch temperature, or about 55°F to further avoid false alarms.

Warning lights are good protection, but even they don’t help if the power goes down, the furnace stops and the house freezes up. So, be sure to shut off your water system and open all the faucets to drain as much water out of the pipes as possible. Last winter we had more horror stories of houses ruined by frozen and burst water pipes.

Let’s be careful out there!

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. $5.00 a week 2. $20.00 a month 3. $120.00 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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Dollars & Sense

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Last month, the Lake Carroll News presented the preliminary proposed budget. Since that time, we have held two budget hearings to solicit member feedback. Following that, the Board held a Board Workshop with the General Manager, the Finance Committee Chair, and the Steering Committee Chair. At this workshop, we considered all the input from the budget hearings, and made the following adjustments to the preliminary proposed budget: • Reduced the withdrawal from the Fixed Asset Reserve Fund (FARF) to about half the original amount • Eliminated the $30/year for 5 year dam project assessment, and instead will only require a $36,000 repayment to FARF out of the Jeff Howe Fixed Asset budget in 2016 • Removed the following Fixed Asset projects: Fitness Equipment, Board Treasurer Clubhouse Bar Furniture & Carpeting, Golf Course Maintenance project, and Zier Road Sediment Retention Pond • Funded the other half of the Dam Grouting project out of the 2015 Fixed Asset budget, using money freed up by the removed projects • Deferred the 2013 deficit repayment until we have a clear policy how to handle these situations • Eliminated the proposed increase in the annual campsite fee The Board’s goal was to follow the LCA mission statement which is to “fund and manage the amenities to ensure that the four-season, recreation-oriented community is maintained and enhanced”. There were a lot of spirited discussions that led up to this proposed budget.

The Board made every effort to consider everyone’s comments when coming up with the above adjustments. The consistent message we heard was to come up with a budget that gives priority to the Lake. The budget process requires a careful balancing act, and I don’t think it is possible to come up with a plan that completely satisfies everyone. The bottom line is that the final proposed budget reduced the total assessment increase from the original $130 to $100. The ballot will also still have the option to continue the pool loan repayment plan by adding another $16 that goes specifically for that repayment.

At the October Board meeting, the Board voted to recommend the final proposed budget for your vote. The next step is for the Membership to cast their vote on the budget. The Board hopes you consider the proposed budget as a whole package that tries to put the Lake first by prioritizing the Dam Grouting project and tries to maintain our existing operations.

While considering the $100 dues increase, please keep in mind that Dam Grouting project itself will consume $118 of your dues dollars, plus another $105 per member from the Fixed Asset Reserve Fund. Plus, just to maintain our current operations requires a $73 increase in funding. The Board asks for your support on the 2015 proposed budget. A yes vote on the budget is a vote to fix the dam and protect the Lake. Without an approved budget, no fixed asset projects can be completed, including the Dam Grouting project.

LAKE CARROLL ASSOCIATION STATEMENT OF REVENUE AND EXPENSES as of September 30, 2014

Fixed asset income and expenses Income Assessments for fixed-asset purchases Assessment for debt repayment Property Transfer fees New Construction Impact Fees Other income (1) Total assesment and debt repayment income Less expenses Expenses Debt repayment (2) Reserve allocation Total expense and debt repayment Net Income

Operating Income and Expenses Assessments, sales and other income Assessment & Sales Total other income (3) Total assessments, sales and other income Less expenses: Cost of Goods Sold Total expenses Total cost of sales and expenses Net Income Combined Net Incomes Fixed Asset Net Income Operating Net Income Monthly Combined Net Income

MONTH ACTUAL

YTD ACTUAL

4,723 809,396 (4) 855,760 1,478 253,426 268,096 4,875 26,625 30,000 1,500 4,500 6,000 38 11,849 (1) 63,518 -------------------- -----------------------------------------12,614 1,105,796 1,223,374 297,391 880,157 955,278 0 268,096 (2) 268,096 0 0 0 -------------------- -----------------------------------------297,391 1,148,253 1,223,374 (284,777) (42,457) =========== ===========

43,143 407,914 343,938 3,988,573 -------------------- -------------------387,082 4,396,486 -------------------- -------------------35,654 45,373 =========== ===========

427,151 4,716,946 ----------------------5,144,097 ----------------------0 =============

(284,777) (42,457) 35,654 45,373 -------------------- -------------------(249,123) 2,916 =========== ===========

0 0 ----------------------0 =============

(2) Debt repayment - includes interest payment and payment to pay back the Operating Account reducing the PLLOC available.

(3) Building permits, security fines, campground fees, marina rental, golf fees, etc.

(4) Includes CDP , lake improvement and late fees Summary of the September 30, 2014 Financial Statements The total cash on hand as of September 30, 2014 Operating, Clubhouse, Health Reimbursement & Petty Cash = 73,169 Nicor Account = 118,750 Fixed Asset Checking Account = 449,580 Debt Repayment Account = 34,718 Fixed Asset Fund Reserve = 20,377 Total Available Cash (requires drawing on Pool & Nicor LOC) Fixed Asset Reserve Fund Balance (requires drawing on Pool & Nicor LOC) Line of Credit used as of September 30, 2014

696,594

1,779,736 670,234 -

Line of Credit for Pool Loan used as of September 30, 2014 Due to Operating for Pool Loan as of September 30, 2014 Due to Restricted Reserve for Pool Loan as of September 30, 2014

50,000 433,285 100,000

Line of Credit for Nicor loan used as of September 30, 2014 Due to Restricted Reserve for Nicor Loan as of September 30, 2014

549,857

This summary was extracted from the September 30, 2014 Financial Statements

Jeffrey Howe Treasurer

0 =============

360,980 3,487,176 4,346,847 61,755 954,683 (3) 797,250 -------------------- -----------------------------------------422,736 4,441,859 5,144,097

NOTES: (1) Includes interest income and gain on sale of equipment and the 2014 Ski Club Donation

Respectfully Submitted,

2014 BUDGET

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LCA Standing Committees A&E Committee By-Laws Committee Campground Committee Clubhouse Committee Finance Committee Golf Committee Lake Conservation Committee Safety Committee Recreation Committee Steering Committee Wildlife Mgmnt Committee You may access additional information at www.golakecarroll.com

2014 LCA Board Members Norm Hoffman, President 4-200 Sandpebble Dr Lake Carroll, IL 61046 815-493-6226 jcspiderman@lcwirelessinternet.com

Barb Anderson, VP 31-3 Lake Carroll Blvd Lake Carroll, IL 61046 815-493-8867 barba61046@frontiernet.net

Jeff Howe (27-27) Treasurer 3N575 Wild Flower Ln West Chicago, IL 60185 630-231-0694; 630-204-0741 lca-board@howe-family.net

Joanie Perez (27-30), Secretary 5831 Beverly Cir E Hanover Park, IL 60133 630-372-8128 jperez1439@yahoo.com

Don Aleksy, Director 136 Nellie Cir Oglesby, IL 61348 815-488-5147 Don@Truevisioninc.com

John Grotto, Director 20-23 Hideout Ct Lake Carroll, IL 61046 815-493-6641 grottopoa@gmail.com

Dave Soldat, Director 21-31 Forest Hill Drive Lake Carroll, IL 61046 815-493-9139 davesoldat@frontiernet.net

Prez Sez

Budget! Budget! Budget! Dues! Dues! Dues!

These two words will be the hot topics for the next two months without a doubt. As I write this article, the Board has not finalized their final recommendation of the Budget or Dues to the membership. There may still be some tweaks, so I will mainly speak to the current recommendations as of the Board Workshop held on October 18th.

A list of items that were considered during the workshop: Norm Hoffman - The first thing was the Board along with Board President Finance & Steering Committee worked together for a recommendation outcome.

- The first considerations were to analyze and discuss input recommendations from the other standing committees.

- We took into account discussion and comments given to us from the membership at the two scheduled hearings and the October 18th Workshop.

Many of the comments echoed similar messages.

- First and foremost many were in agreement that the Dam should be our priority. At the top of the Workshop agenda I wrote a quote by one of the members from the hearings: “This budget does not reflect the importance of the Lake”. This quote was referencing the budget presented at the hearings. This quote definitely was the message as we proceeded.

- The first thing on the agenda was the fee schedule we made some tweaks from the hearings, one being the removal of the raise in Campground Fees.

- The centerpiece of this year’s budget is the Grouting Project on the Dam. We are projecting this project to be $500,000. Now there are a variety of recommended ways to pay for this project. We as a group had to come to a consensus on what way to recommend to the members. Please do not think we are saying this is the only way, many of the suggestions had merit. We had to make a decision to present to you. The proposal currently is take money from the reserve, avoid a muti-year separate payback assessment, and connect the grouting project to the dues as a priority fixed asset expense.

- Now, to help make the grouting project the priority fixed asset expense, the Workshop cut spending on other fixed asset projects such as: 1. Pool Furniture 2. Playground equipment 3. Recreation Fitness Equipment 4.Clubhouse furniture 5. Clubhouse Carpet 6. Golf Course Maintenance Project 7. Zier Road Retention Sediment Pond - Cutting spending did happen as shown above. Now, everyone has an opinion on what should be cut and what should not. The list of cuts and just exactly which ones to be cut need to be determined by someone and in this case the Workshop representatives made the cuts. Keep in mind as of this writing there could be further cuts. I doubt very strongly if there will be any additions.

- In 2004, we had a Grouting project that we borrowed $200,000 from the Fixed Asset Reserve and payback $78,000 in 2005, $78,000 in 2006, and

$44,000 in 2007.

- In 2007, we had a Grouting project that we borrowed $125,000 from Fixed Asset Reserve and $150,000 came from dues for a $275,000 project.

In 2008, the actual amount needed from dues ended up being $94,438.

- At the present time the Fee Schedule has very few changes, accept the Campground change I mentioned above.

- We will ask for an additional $16 to help pay down the pool loan at a faster rate. Currently the membership has approved $48 (via an additional $16 to the dues in 2012, 2013, & 2014) which will pay the loan off in 2017. An additional $16 in 2015 will pay the loan off in 2016. This option will be a separate vote item.

- We are currently proposing $100 dues increase that includes Operations, Fixed Assets with cut modifications, and the Grouting project for next year.

- I would like to note the two example grouting projects I mentioned above paid back the reserve in full, this plan will have payback built into the budget and may not be in full for a few years.

I want to thank the membership who attended the hearings and the Budget Workshop, your input was greatly appreciated by all of us. Many times I hear members say they do not attend because we will not change anything.

The changes were due to member, committee, and Board input. I also want to thank the committees for all of their hard work given to the Association throughout the year. I know there may be some disappointment that the budget fixed asset cuts were made however; the membership spoke loud and clear to move the Dam to priority one this year. We only have a certain amount of money to spend and priorities prevail.

One other topic I would like to speak to that came up at the Workshop.

Some projects on the budget approval recommendation, members would say they do not agree that we should do that project. The recommendations that come to the Board are 99% recommended by committees. Now we have more than 100 members who volunteer for committees who work and discuss recommendations to the Board. The Board attempts to support these recommendations if at all possible. The committees are to study and research the topic before they move the recommendation on to us. I would suggest if members, if at all possible, to get involved with a committee that you would be of interest to you. Committees are the foundation to the future planning of the association and their recommendations are passed on to the Board for their vote of approval. Most committees are looking for volunteers to join their ranks. Please give consideration to their request.

Once again I say thank-you to all who helped bring this process to a recommendation level for the membership to consider. Thanks to the Steering Committee & Finance Committee for all your help and input.

Especially I will tip my hat to Tom Stangl and Sandy Sorensen for their “stick-to-itiveness” on a financial recommendation and insight that is greatly appreciated by the Board. Thanks to all who helped, it was a team effort and no one person has the answers.

You’re the best!

The proposed budget has been assembled and is being presented to the Lake Carroll Membership in a November mailing, ultimately to be voted on by the Membership at the Annual Meeting held in December. This budget is being recommended by the Finance Committee, Steering Committee, LCA Management and the Board of Directors with input from the Membership at the October Hearings and Board Workshop.

Hundreds of volunteer hours have gone into the planning, structuring and careful review of the proposed budget. Budget workshops were held in March, August and September and October where the Membership was invited to observe and participate in the Budget planning process.

The LCA is faced with many challenges when planning for 2015. As the summary fact bullet points below will show, the 2015 Budget, though challenging, can be resolved with your vote.

The LCA Vision Statement; “The LCA will fund and manage the Amenities to ensure that the four-season, recreation oriented Community is maintained and enhanced, while the Members are united in their efforts to support all of the Amenities.”

Below is a summary of facts regarding the proposed 2015 Budget: • The preliminary budget was introduced to the Membership for the first time on October 9th and again on October 11th as recommended by the Finance Committee, Steering Committee, and the Board.

• On October 18th a Board Budget Workshop was held in conjunction with the Finance & Steering Committees. Comments from the Membership at the Hearings were evaluated and the Preliminary Budget was modified based on Membership input.

• For several reasons, the LCA has been losing Dues Paying Members at a rate of approximately 20 per year for the past five years. Up to half of these come as a result of Property Owners who purchase a 2nd or 3rd adjoining lot and have it re-platted. We had 2,252 Members in 2014 and are projecting 2,240 Members for 2015. This shortfall in dues requires an increase of $7.35 per member just to maintain a level dues income stream.

• The LCA had a deficit of $38,080 in 2013 in our operating budget. There is a belief that this debt must be paid back in future budgets; however it is currently under review by our attorneys and presently the payback is not in the 2015 budget. This deficit was related, in part, to the closing of the Lake on August 16, 2013 due to Blue-Green Algae.

• Over the past five years the rate of inflation has been 2.1%. Over that same time, our dues have increased at a rate of only 1.5%. Our dues increases have not been sufficient to keep up with the increased costs of materials, supplies and equipment.

• Our healthcare costs are increasing by $44,600. A 16% increase in insurance rates that we have very little control over. Bids from several carriers were obtained and our current provider continues to provide the best product at the lowest price.

• Two new positions (a seasonal mower operator and Building Inspector Consultant) are being recommended at a total cost of $10,210.

• In 2014, we cut services to one amenity, the swimming pool. We did not provide lifeguards at the swimming pool on Wednesdays and therefore closed the water slide and the diving board on those days. While the LCA saved $14,000 on this line item, complaints from Property Owners were overwhelming. The $14,000 has been added back so that this amenity can be

open seven days per week as it has been in the past.

• We are implementing a drug and alcohol policy for 2015 which requires mandatory drug testing for new employees and random testing for existing staff members. While this mandate will help reduce future Workers Compensation costs, the program will cost the Association $5,000 in 2015.

• This past year, the Association converted the Clubhouse and the Swimming Pool from liquid propane to natural gas. Before the end of the year, we will convert most of the remaining association buildings which will significantly reduce our utility costs. These savings will not be reflected in the operating budget since they will be used solely to pay down the Nicor loan.

• This budget recommends a 2% increase in pay for LCA employees. This moderate increase comes at a cost of $34,000. Employee retention and Staff loyalty are extremely important to the long term health of our work force. This wage increase will not cover the additional expense if the State mandates an increase to the minimum wage, a potential cost increase we have no control over.

• Due to increased demand for road salt, our cost for product has increased by nearly 50% since last year. Based on our average usage, the increase will cost the Association $7,500 in 2015.

• Our Dam needs repair. The seepage rate is higher than the inflow which creates a host of problems including low water levels and algae growth.

Grouting of the southern portion of the dam will cost $500,000. Our recommendation is to withdraw $235,645 from our reserves and the use $264,355 of our fixed asset budget to complete the project on 2015. The repayment will be in the form of a partial payback to our reserves in 2016.

We are borrowing money from ourselves and not a loan institution.

• This budget does not propose any cuts in service.

• This budget does not propose any cuts regarding the use of our amenities.

• Our Fixed Asset budget will be funded with $1,210,123.00. The Grouting Project has taken priority based on Membership input during the budget hearings and budget workshop.

• The following projects will not be completed in 2015 due to prioritization of the Grouting project: Additional fitness equipment, Clubhouse furniture and carpet, Golf Course Maintenance project, and Zier Road Retention Sediment Pond.

• Other items which were requested but not included in the 2015 Budget: Food warming cabinet, Swimming Pool Furniture, Campground Playground Equipment Business Analysis Review, NVR/DVR Relocation-West Marina, Security Camera Equipment, Extension of water lines-Campground, Campground Beautification Project, Crappie Bay Area Improvements, ATV Trail Culvert repair, Heating for Maintenance Building, Warming Shed and Parking Lot at the Tube-Tow area, Weather Alert Siren Study, Security Garage and the extension of the 500 Pod at the Campground.

• The proposed budget will require a dues increase of $100.00; $66 to the Operating Budget and $34 going to the Fixed Asset Budget.

• This budget will also recommend that we ask the Membership to approve an additional $16 to be used exclusively for the retirement of the pool debt.

2015 will be the fourth year of a five year plan. Should the Membership approve this additional $16, the pool debt can retired in February, 2016. The debt was originally planned to be retired in 2020.

Revision Date: 11/1/2014 – JJH

2015 Proposed Budget Fact Sheet

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Clubhouse News

You’d better watch out, you’d better not pout…Santa Claus is coming to Lake Carroll on December 7 & 14! So be sure to visit us on those two Sundays…come enjoy brunch at the Clubhouse with Santa and his elves. Please don’t forget to make a reservation by calling 815-493-2810 Option 4.

The Clubhouse is warming up for the holidays. Soon the Clubhouse Committee and the Clubhouse employees will be decking the halls.

Although Fiona insists on singing “tis the season to be jolly” in every season of the year, the rest of us will be less likely to shake our heads at her songs once the boughs of holly have been placed Denise Lahm Clubhouse Manager around the Clubhouse hearth. Good food and good fellowship are easy to come by at your Clubhouse. Our staff is always ready with a smile and a hello to warm you up this fall and winter.

Don’t forget the month of November on Sunday’s we will be serving a small breakfast menu from 8am-12am and serve the regular menu until 4, but will be closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

It is hard to believe it’s almost the New Year. Speaking of the New Year…we have Motown entertainment for New Year’s Eve! Let the Clubhouse host your holiday party! We have a variety of menu options for you, or let us customize a special menu just for your group. Please give Fiona a call at the Clubhouse or email her at fionab@golakecarroll.com.

I would like to thank Reed Paxton & Rick Brandt for hanging the new photo up above the bar entrance. If you haven’t seen it yet, it is spectacular view of the lake!

Thank You! Thank you to all who came out for the 2014 Craft Fair at the Clubhouse on October 11th. A big THANK YOU to all the Crafters for showing us your wonderful wares. Thanks also to the Clubhouse for the great food you had to offer. A good time was had by all!

The Women’s Club Bake Sale Fundraiser was a great success, too. The money will be put to good use for many of the area charities.

Kathy Larson and Sue Gribble sold used golf balls and will present the Lanark/Shannon Food Pantry with $125.00 that they made at the event.

Thanks again to all participants

LC Photography Club Donates Aerial Photo to Clubhouse The Lake Carroll Photography Club presents a certificate of appreciation to Rod and Cheri Fritz, for taking photographer Rick Brant on two aerial trips around the Lake Carroll area.

A mural made from one of the aerial photos is displayed above the lounge door in the Lake Carroll Clubhouse. Present in the photo is Rick Brant, representing the Photography Club, making the presentation to Rod and Cheri Fritz, and representing the Lake Carroll Clubhouse is Denise Lahm, Clubhouse manager.

Dine-In Daily Specials SUNDAY 9am-10am Breakfast Buffet Adults $7.99 Kids 5-12 $4.99 10am-1:00pm Sunday Brunch Adults $9.99 Kids 5-12 $4.99 Kids (4 & Under) Free SUNDAY SPECIALS 11AM-3PM Bring in your blue 40th stein and fill it with a Tap Domestic Beer for $1 40th Steins are available for purchase at the Clubhouse for $2 each.

Or get a “Bucket of Beer” (6 Domestic Bottles) for $15.

THURSDAY 5pm-8pm All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken with Vegetable and a Side $8.99 FRIDAY 11am-1pm Pizza Bar $6.99 5pm-9pm Two 5oz Cod Beer Battered or Baked Includes Soup & Salad Bar $10.99 Beer Battered or Baked Includes Soup & Salad Bar $10.99

10 Wings for $5.99 Try one of our delicious appetizers.

SATURDAY Slow Roasted Prime Rib

WINTER CLUBHOUSE HOURS Closed Monday - Wednesday

Watch for Lunch Specials Thursday-Saturday posted at the Clubhouse!

December 7 and 14 9am-11am at the Clubhouse Kids get your photo taken with Santa!

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Lake Carroll Women’s Club

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By Lana Soldat

Marve Feucht, president, opening the October meeting. Thank you to Nancy Comstock for the lovely podium banner.

The Lake Carroll Women’s Club held its regular meeting on Thursday, October 9 at Plumtree Lodge. President Marve Feucht called the meeting to order and led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect.

• 38 ladies were present.

• Officer and committee reports were shared.

• Ways & Means Committee reminded everyone to “bake and buy” at the upcoming October 11 Fall Bake Sale which is our first fundraising event for this year.

• As a reminder for community service projects, we are still collecting corks, pop tabs, greeting cards, soup labels and box tops for education and bottle caps.

• Bonnie Ewing reminded everyone that the November meeting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. at the Lodge. We will have a brief

meeting and then leave promptly at 11:00 a.m. to travel to White Pines Lunch/Theater in Mt. Morris for a lunch buffet and the musical, “Autumn Leaves 2014”. The show stars Chicago native, Chris Colletti, singing Big Band Era music using a fresh approach.

• It was noted that the December meeting will be our Christmas Luncheon featuring a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings and dessert. Cost is $15.00. We will collect money at White Pines after the show or you may contact Pia Malloy by December 2.

The meeting adjourned and Vice President Bonnie Ewing introduced our guest speaker, Sarah Todd, from Freeport Hospital, who spoke to the ladies on “Making Nutrition a Priority in our Lives.” She shared that nutrition is a basic tool to keep us healthy, and that eating healthfully is a simple thing to do…it just takes a little work/effort/ planning on an individual’s part. Here are several tips that she gave everyone: 1. Enjoy your food, BUT eat less. Use a smaller plate at meals to help control the amount of food/calories you eat; 2. Make half your plate fruits and vegetables; 3. Eat whole grains more often as they contain higher fiber and provide key nutrients, as well as can help give you a feeling of fullness; 4. Learn what is in foods-read nutrition labels; 5. Make treats, “treats” …not everyday foods. Treats are great once in a while.

Just don’t make treat foods an everyday choice. Limit sweet treats to special occasions; 6. Eat healthy and COOK healthy--try out healthier recipes that use less solid fat, salt and sugar; 7. Be active whenever you can. A pe-

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8. Slow down your eating…use a timer…30 seconds for every bite…this is a good strategy to monitor your food intake; In summary, Sarah gave the group handouts on nutrition tips and simple soup/ stew recipes, as well as reminding us all to “make yourself a priority and take time to care for yourself, as well as to be physically active…so you can do the things you want to do!”

The next Women’s Club meeting is Thursday, November 13 at 10:30 a.m. at the Lodge. All ladies at Lake Carroll are welcome to join. See you there!

LCWC hostesses for October: Val Kahlic (l) and Char Mess more (r)

Thank You for Another Successful Fundraiser Thanks so much to our Ways and Means Committee and all the talented members who provided delectable baked goodies for our bake sale on October 11th.

Also a hearty thank you to all members and guests who supported our local charities by purchasing baked goods. We appreciate you!

This event is one of our main fundraisers and it was a huge success thanks to the efforts of all involved.

If you’re not currently part of Women’s Club, please consider joining us. You can find our membership application in this issue of the Lake Carroll News. * In November, we travel to White Pines for a lunch & show. * In December we meet at the Clubhouse for our holiday luncheon.

Normally, we meet on the second Thursday of the month at 1:00 at the lodge.

Contact any officer or member for details.

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Thank You A “BIG THANK YOU” goes to, ROSE KUHLEMIER, our dedicated employee. A plaque has been missing for at least a couple of years. It had hung alongside the quilt made for the Lodge by the LC Quilt Club. We had asked around if anyone knew where it might be, but no one knew. Just the other day after our meeting, Rose mentioned she had located the Women’s Club Past Presidents plaque, which had also been removed from its location on the wall for a few months. I asked about finding our plaque and she said she would definitely try. The very next morning she called and had found it under some items in a storage room. So kudos to Rose and her determination to locate these items, which are now in their rightful places.

Thank you!

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Lake Carroll Photography Club

October “Photo of the Month” was submitted by Nancy McCormick, photo is a “Bank of Storm Clouds” as viewed from the Lake Carroll Campground.

November “Photo of the Month” was submitted by Jason Mlakar, photo is a “Large Buck”.

Lake Carroll Photography Club has released two photos for “Photo of the Month” to the Lake Carroll News, this will now allow for the December Photo of the Month to be in the December newspaper. Photo of the Month may be entered by any LCA member, employee, or guest. Entries must be of Lake Carroll content and in good taste. Entries may be sent to LcaPhotoClub@ aol.com, Reid Paxson at rmpaxson@aol.com, or Rick Brant ay rbrantphoto@gmail.com. Winning photo will be displayed at Lake Carroll Clubhouse and in the Lake Carroll News. The Clubhouse is awarding a $25 gift card, as well.

All About You Bob & Patti Chalupa submitted this photo of an eagle perched in their back yard overlooking the dam area on October 24th. No matter how long you live here, you never tire of seeing these beautiful birds.

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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Lake Carroll Association Board of Directors - September 26, 2014

Convene Board Meeting: Norm Hoffman called the Meeting to order at 6:30 P.M. at the Conference Center.

Present and Constituting a Quorum: • President, Norm Hoffman • Vice President, Barb Anderson • Treasurer, Jeff Howe • Secretary, Joanie Perez • Director, Don Aleksy • Director, John Grotto • Director, Dave Soldat Also Present: • General Manager, Michael Schmieder Pledge of Allegiance President Norm Hoffman called on Clarence Grant, to lead the Board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Approval of Agenda: Jeff Howe Moved Joanie Perez seconded to approve the September 26, 2014 Agenda as amended.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) M14.09.01 Approval of Minutes: Barb Anderson Moved Jeff Howe seconded to approve the Board’s Regular Meeting Minutes of August 22, 2014.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) M14.09.02 President’s Comments: President Hoffman commented that with the length of the agenda he is going to take a status check at 10:00 and if the remaining agenda had multiple items, he will ask the board to consider moving the balance of the meeting to Saturday morning. He also commented that no one loves LCA more than he does and while the Board members might differ on different things that happen but respect of each other is key. He stated he expected that the Board members would represent the different views of our membership and we will all try our best to create a good budget.

Audience Questions/Remarks: Ian Keith – 26-52: Ian hoped the Board would cooperate with Norm.

Karl Andziewicz13-95: Stated he was interested in obtaining a list of available lots and the $500 cash incentive. He checked with the office that morning and they didn’t have the list. If we sold 140 lots at $1500 that could generate $225,000.

Mike Schmieder asked Carl to call him so that he could provide Carl a list of the association owned lots.

Bill Comstock – 26-41: Wanted the Board to know that on Motion 16 By-laws committee discussed the proposal and voted it down 0-3.

Al Krisciunas - 26-6: Al questioned Resolution in the upcoming Motion 11 as it relates to motion 14.01.01 and what was proper. The Board stated it was researched and proper.

Terry Derdzenski – 4-47: He has received phone calls regarding the deregulation of power and natural gas. For right now this is a dead issue but it might change next year.

Treasurer’s Report: As of July 31, 2014 Financial Statements: • Total Cash on Hand: $990,687 o Operating, Clubhouse, Health Reimbursement and Petty Cash: $441,087 o Nicor Account: $96,250 o Fixed Asset Checking Account: $413,455 o Debt Payment Account: $19,516 o Fixed Asset Reserve Fund: $20,377 • Total Available Cash: $2,123,829 • Fixed Asset Reserve Fund Balance: $670,234 • Line of Credit Used: $0 • Pool Loan Line of Credit Balance: $0 o Due to Operating for Pool Loan: $483,285 o Due to Fixed Asset Reserve for Pool Loan: $100,000 •Nicor balance due to Fixed Asset Reserve Fund: $549,857 Joanie Perez Moved Barb Anderson seconded to approve the Treasurer’s Summary of the As-

sociation’s July, 2014 Financial Statements as presented.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.03 Jeff Howe Moved Joanie Perez seconded to approve the Financial Statements for July, 2014 as presented by the Association’s Accounting and Finance Manager.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.04 As of August 31, 2014 Financial Statements: • Total Cash on Hand: $794,940 o Operating, Clubhouse, Health Reimbursement and Petty Cash: $185,584 o Nicor Account: $108,250 o Fixed Asset Checking Account: $448,413 o Debt Payment Account: $32,316 o Fixed Asset Reserve Fund: $20,377 • Total Available Cash: $1,928,082 • Fixed Asset Reserve Fund Balance: $670,234 • Line of Credit Used: $0 • Pool Loan Line of Credit Balance: $0 o Due to Operating for Pool Loan: $483,285 o Due to Fixed Asset Reserve for Pool Loan: $100,000 • Nicor balance due to Fixed Asset Reserve Fund: $549,857 Barb Anderson moved Dave Soldat seconded to approve the Treasurer’s Summary of the Association’s August, 2014 Financial Statements as presented.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.05 Jeff Howe moved Dave Soldat seconded to approve the Financial Statements for August, 2014 as presented by the Association’s Accounting and Finance Manager.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.06 General Manager’s Report: General Manager Mike Schmieder addressed questions/remarks on the following topics in his General Manager’s Report: • AT&T contract has had no contact or communications from AT&T. John Grotto stated this is not unusual. Mike state that he has lowered his 2015 revenue due to the delay.

• Garage Sales cost the association $500 in printing, supplies and staff costs. Mike discussed next year charging $1 for maps and the Board agreed.

Mike also Thanked the Safety & Clubhouse Committees for their help.

• The Codification project is moving forward.

The codification company found no conflicts in our documents and those staff members who look at our rules & regulations and the By-laws Committee should be proud.

• The Dam Project was discussed and the company performing the work could not guarantee the bridge would be open for Memorial Day weekend.

• Collections are still 18 dues paying members behind last year.

Jeff Howe moved Barb Anderson seconded to resolve that the roster of candidates for the 2015 Board of Director election is closed and that the number of candidates is equal to the number of vacancies that are to become available.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) R.14.09.01 Jeff Howe moved and Joanie Perez seconded to instruct the Board Secretary to publish an announcement in the Lake Carroll News that the normal protocol of electing Board directors as specified in Article VI Section 4 is changed during the forthcoming election and the provisions of the “No Contest” Election of Directors in Article VI Section 5 shall be invoked.

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Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.08 Jeff Howe moved Barb Anderson seconded to approve the Lake Carroll Policy regarding property held in Trusts as proposed by the Administrative Department and as recommended by the By-Laws Committee.

Motion Withdrawn Committee Reports with No Action Requested: a. By-Laws (9/8/2014) b. Campground (8/9/2014), (9/13/2014) c. Clubhouse (9/4/2014) d. Safety (9/13/2014) Club Minutes: Trail Club (8/9/2014, 9/13/2014), Woman’s Club (9/11/2014) Equestrian – nothing submitted Unfinished Business/General Orders: John Grotto moved Dave Soldat seconded to approve the sale of Golf Season Passes to non LCA Members as recommended by the Golf Committee. Number of season passes sold shall not exceed 50 for the 2015 golf season.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.09 New Business: Dave Soldat moved Jeff Howe seconded to authorize the expenditure of $9,000.00 for window repairs at the Lodge. Labor and materials to be provided by Ameritemp of Lanark, IL. Funds to come from the 2014 Fixed Asset Budget Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.10 Dave Soldat moved Barb Anderson seconded to authorize the expenditure of $31,271.00 for the conversion of equipment and appliances from propane to natural gas at the Hatchery, POA Office, Campground, West Marina, Ski Hill Maintenance, Golf Maintenance and Maintenance buildings. Funds to come from the Fixed Asset Reserve Fund. The withdrawal from the Fixed Asset Reserve Fund to be repaid with funds from the Operating Fund as specified in Board Resolution R14.01.01 no later than December 31, 2016.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.11 Jeff Howe moved Dave Soldat seconded to authorize the expenditure of $7,000.00 for the rebuild of the Pisten Bully Snow Cat Groomer. Rebuild to be performed by Kassbohrer All-Terrain Vehicles, Inc. of Shakopee, MN. Funds to come from the 2014 Fixed Asset Budget.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.12 Barb Anderson moved Jeff Howe seconded to authorize the expenditure of $19,000.00 for the purchase of a catering vehicle. Vehicle to be purchased through E-Bay from a seller in Orlando, FL. Funds to come from the 2014 Fixed Asset Budget.

Motion passed by roll call vote (4/3/0) Grotto, Aleksy & Perez voted No. M14.09.13 Jeff Howe moved Barb Anderson seconded to authorize the expenditure of $6,800.02 for the purchase of a 15’ x 15’ Dance Floor and Trim.

Dance Floor to be purchased from Central Restaurant Products of Indianapolis, IN. Funds to come from the 2014 Fixed Asset Budget.

Motion passed by roll call vote (6/1/0 ) Grotto voted No. M14.09.14 Don Aleksy moved Barb Anderson seconded Move to approve a $500 cash incentive to current Property Owners for referrals who purchase a Lake Carroll Owned Lot. Incentive to paid from the first years Dues after those dues have been paid by the new Property Owner.

Motion postponed to the October Board Meeting John Grotto moved Dave Soldat seconded to approve forwarding to the Membership, the ByLaws rentals amendment to Article II, Definitions, Article III, Section 2, Privileges, and Article X, Rentals for their approval at the 2014 Annual Membership Meeting with the Board to recom-

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mend that the amendment should be rejected by the membership.

Motion passed by roll call vote (6/1/0) Hoffman voted No. M14.09.15 Joanie Perez moved Jeff Howe seconded to approve the contract with Pearl City Elevator Inc., to provide LP at a cost of $1.509 per gallon for usage at the Lodge.

Motion passed by unanimous roll call vote (7/0/0) M14.09.16 Dave Soldat moved Jeff Howe seconded to approve the preliminary proposed 2015 Fee Schedule as modified, by tally vote, at the 9/26/2014 Board of Directors Meeting Motion passed by roll call vote (6/1/0) Grotto voted No. M14.09.17 Joanie Perez moved Jeff Howe seconded to approve the preliminary proposed 2015 Budget to be presented to the Membership at the Budget Hearings as recommended by the Finance & Steering Committees and modified, by tally vote, at the 9/26/2014 Board of Directors Meeting.

Motion passed by roll call vote (6/1/0) Grotto voted No. M14.09.18 Board Directors Comments: Jeff Howe commented that the LCA budget includes a list of projects and a line is draw as to what our budget can bear. If cost estimates are incorrect or if our income numbers come in higher the prudent thing to do is to either complete a couple more projects or move the money to the fixed asset reserve.

Audience Questions/Remarks: Karl Andziewicz – 13-95: How come we don’t plan ahead better so that there are not losses?

Maureen Allred – 25-18: Agree with the concern of some of the Board that taking the Fixed Asset Reserve (FAR) from $800k to $600k seemingly happened overnight. She felt in the past Boards used to plan to fund the Fixed Asset reserve and instead of doing additional projects, excess money should go to the FAR like it has in the past.

She just wanted the Board to know she was concerned.

Adjourn to Executive Session to discuss personnel, and/or legal issues: John Grotto moved Dave Soldat seconded to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss personnel and/or legal issues.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) Time:10:29 PM M14.09.19 John Grotto moved Joanie Perez seconded to return to Open Session.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) Time:11:30 PM M14.09.20 Further Business: Joanie Perez moved Don Aleksy seconded to appoint Dan Herman to the Ad-Hoc Marketing Committee.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) M14.09.21 Joanie Perez moved Don Aleksy seconded to appoint Dave Rominski to the Ad-Hoc Marketing Committee.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) M14.09.22 John Grotto moved Don Aleksy seconded to appoint Clarence Grant to the Ad-Hoc Marketing Committee.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) M14.09.23 Jeff Howe moved Joanie Perez seconded to accept with regret, the resignation of Eric Ehrhardt from the Wildlife Committee.

Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) M14.09.24 John Grotto moved and Dave Soldat seconded to adjourn the Board’s Regular Meeting of September 26, 2014 at 11:34 PM. Motion passed by unanimous voice vote (7/0/0) M14.09.25 ATTEST: Joanie Perez, Secretary

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General Manager - Monthly Board Report (BOD) October, 2014

Following is a synopsis of this month’s activities.

I have identified those items that are of importance or that are not necessarily obvious. I have not included the normal day-to-day activities or those items that are covered by the Treasurer and others. Please also refer to the staff reports that have been provided.

The order is by department/category.

1. Report on directives from the September 26, 2014 BOD Meeting. a. I was asked to seek and provide a legal opinion regarding the use of a cash incentive to incentivize current Property Owners for referrals who ultimately purchase Property owned by Lake Carroll. The incentive would be paid only after the first years dues on the subject property had been paid. Attorney Kipp Meyers is researching the matter and will provide his opinion in a letter later this week. An electronic version of this letter will be sent to Board prior to Friday’s meeting and a hard copy will be furnished at the meeting. b. A meeting has been arranged for Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at 11:00am to meet with representatives of the First State Bank of Shannon.

The purpose of the meeting is to renew the line of credit which expired in September, 2014. c. The Equestrian Club has provided minutes from their annual meeting a revised Mission Statement. A copy of these minutes are included the “Club Minutes” section of the Board Packet.

2. Administration: a. The revised preliminary 2015 Budget was presented to the Membership at Budget Hearings which were held on Thursday, October 9th and Saturday, October 12th. Finance Committee Chair, Sandy Sorensen and Steering Committee Chair, Tom Stangl as well as the Board of Directors were present to hear comments and suggestions provided by the Membership. The Hearings were followed by a Budget workshop which was held on Saturday, October 18, 2014. Revisions were made to the budget at this meeting and the budget will be discussed and approved to be sent to the Membership for their approval at the 2014 Annual Meeting. b. The Land Lease Agreement between AT & T and the LCA has been finalized. We have yet to receive the executed agreement and there have been no formal communications from AT & T on the future of this project. We have learned that AT & T has restructured its “New Build” budget and that this project has most likely been deferred to an unknown future date. The Membership has been made aware of this through our weekly e-blast and a copy of this communication is attached to this report. c. PTAB is currently reviewing our appeal regarding the Clubhouse and storage sheds. PTAB has provided us with a final opportunity to provide a response and additional evidence to support our assertions. Our response was finalized at the January Board meeting and was mailed by certified mail on January 27, 2014. It has been confirmed that PTAB received our response on January 31, 2014. We have not yet received any further correspondence from PTAB. d. An updated copy of the Fixed Asset Expenditures – Cash Status report is included in the Board Packet under Treasurers Report. e. This year we have vacancies for the Board of Directors and we had only two approved candidates who have submitted candidacy applications.

Therefore, this year’s election is being declared a “No Contest” Election of Directors. Section #5 in our By-Laws state: Section 5. “No Contest” Election of Directors In any given year, when the number of declared and approved candidates to be elected to the Board of Directors equals the number of vacancies, the protocol as described in Article VI. Section 4, shall be modified as follows: A. At the close of the period when Association members in good standing may submit candidacy applications and said candidates have been qualified to stand for election to the Board, the current Board of Directors shall by resolution declare that the roster of candidates is closed.

B. The Board shall further announce that the number of candidates is equal to the number of vacancies that are to become available.

C. The Board shall further then instruct the Board’s Secretary to publish a timely announcement in the Lake Carroll News that the normal protocol of electing Board directors as specified in Article VI. Section 4 is changed during the forthcoming election and the provisions of the “No Contest” Election of Directors shall be invoked.

D. The Board shall thereafter at a regular meeting put forth a resolution designating that the

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candidates standing for election to the Board of Directors are to be considered elected filling the vacancies created by the expiring terms.

E. The future Directors designated within the aforesaid protocol shall be introduced and sworn in during the forthcoming Annual Meeting of the Association.

A resolution is on the agenda for approval under “Unfinished Business” which once approved, will satisfy the requirements as stated in our By-Laws. f. Nicor completed the installation of the Gas Main throughout the Lake Carroll Community on October 16, 2014. The Association has 10 years from this date to receive the “Pay Back” of $4,400.00 for each customer who hooks onto the system after the 747th customer. As of October 15, 2014, 485 Property Owners have completed the Nicor Registration.

3. Safe Workplace Committee & Cinci-Safe Program: a. The Safe Workplace Committee met on September 10, 2014 and October 8, 2014. Minutes from those meetings are attached to this report.

At these meetings we further defined the procedures and protocols for the mandatory drug testing which will begin in January, 2015. A mandatory employee meeting has been scheduled for December 11th, 2014 to inform the staff of the procedures which will be followed.

4. Accounts Receivable & Front Desk: (see attachments) a. See updated 2014 dues status report which is attached. Thru October 17, 2014, we are 18 DPE’s behind where we were on the same date one year ago. b. As of September 24, 2014, 485 Natural Gas Permit Fees have been recorded totaling $121,250. A motion has been placed on the agenda, under New Business to transfer $120,000 from our Operating Account the Fixed Asset Reserve Fund. c. Many of the office staff, including Julie, the Front Desk staff and Lisa and Deb Stagno has spent countless hours preparing for and training on the new accounting software. Much of the time spent in August and September has been migrating data from the old system to the new one. The new accounting software is now “Live”. d. Twenty Two Ownership transfer transaction were processed between August 15, 2014 and October 15, 2014. Ten of these transactions were for homes and was the sale of a Lake Carroll Owned lot.

5. Finance & Human Resources: a. Finance: i. Operating Statements for September, 2014 will be completed and sent to the Board electronically prior to the October Board Meeting. ii. Clubhouse Food Inventory - with the resignation of a key Clubhouse employee that performed this task, we had to pull in employees that had previously not been involved in this process…. including Lisa. Lisa was able to get into the software system that has been utilized and print off a blank inventory list. This list was utilized. Per the employees that conducted the inventory, there were several items that were not on the list. When they gave Lisa the copy of the physical inventory, she was shocked to see that there were several pages of unlisted items. Most likely, there will not be time to analyze and price out this inventory before the financials are published. This project will probably be held off until next week. Lisa will utilize an estimated inventory level based on recent history for September’s financials. b. Human Resource: i. No Specific Report 6. Safety & Security: a. The Security Department held an “End of Season” meeting to discuss the year in general and what idea’s the department would like to implement moving forward. EMS Continuing education was held and the training was Geriatric Emergencies.

7. Information Technology: a. As of this date (10/17), Deb has contacted American Legal Publishers regarding the codification project. It has been agreed that ALP will scrap the 2013-2014 draft documents and start up again with the 2015 documents when they become available. This is primarily due to a miscommunication between ALP and ourselves regarding the scope of the project and editing issues that should have been discussed prior to their processing the documents. ALP has submitted to the Codification Team, a sample outline and sample content structure for evaluation. The CT has requested some additional sample options as they feel the format of the sample received can be difficult to identify headings and the non-indentation

of paragraphs make the content difficult to read.

ALP has agreed to supply additional samples. We are awaiting their arrival at this time. b. Membership Software System Replacement Project: Our team has been working on this project since BOD approval in April. As of this date, we have terminated our contract with the vendor of choice due to the lack of functionality due to data conversion issues and lack of communication once this issue was brought to the attention of our vendor. We feel this is unfortunate but necessary and have begun to reevaluate the “runner up” vendor and others to get this project back on track. The president of Weblink International and I talked this past Thursday and will speak again when he returns from his vacation next Tuesday regarding our refund. It is my hope at that time to have some ideas regarding the future of this project in 2014.

8. Communications: a. Donna Beyer has completed all Master Calendars for the Board, Workshops, Committee Meetings and Club meetings. b. Donna prepared the Rules Recommendation submission for 2015 which was e-mailed to the Board earlier this month. This recommendation appears on the October Agenda for approval under New Business.

9. Facilities Management: a. The bids the conversion to natural gas for the Hatchery, Maintenance building, Golf Maintenance building, Ski Hill Maintenance building, LCA Office, and the shower houses at the West Marina and Campground were approved at the September Board Meeting. Since that time, additional research was done regarding the conversion of the Campground Shower House and the West Marina Shower House. It has been determined that the cost to convert these two buildings is not justified through the potential savings.

10. Lake Management/Wildlife: a. The lake level as of October 15, 2014 was 738’ 6”, 1’ 6” below pool elevation. Due to the lake’s level we have not had any spillway discharge since July 31, 2014. b. We continue to monitor the blue green algae in the coves. The week of September 18th it appeared to get worse in coves and spread to other areas of the lake. We took samples and sent them in, but the toxin levels had not risen. As of October 15th the blue green algae has disappeared from the coves. We will take 2 more samples next week to confirm that toxin levels are below our caution levels and then alert the membership that we are all clear. c. The West Marina Concession was closed for the season on September 28th and the Shower House was winterized on October 3, 2014. d. Summer Buoys were replaced with ice buoys the week of October 6th. Some of the solar buoys took direct hits from boats throughout the season and are damaged. We will evaluate them this winter, the yacht club has mentioned that they would be able to buy some new ones if necessary next year. e. We mechanically dredged our first cove the week of September 29th – this was done using our mini excavator, barge and push boat. We worked out a few kinks, but overall it was a success and we have a few more coves we hope to dig out this fall before the snow flies. f. Dredging continues with two shifts per day Monday through Friday. We have had a few maintenance issues, mainly rocks, clams and debris getting stuck in the cutter head and prop. This week though we did have a hydraulic motor go out so we were shut down all week. We should get a new motor in at the end of the week of October 13th and be back to dredging the week of October 20th. When the dredge has been working we have been effective in moving mud and with the new GPS we have been able to track the path of our dredging. g. Luke Fossett and I were contacted by a potential Property Owner who asked if we would allow an Amphicar on our Lake. An Amphicar is a vehicle which considered a street legal vehicle as well as a licensed watercraft. The potential Property Owner has inherited the vehicle and is having the 1967 Amphicar completely restored.

No such vehicle is addressed in Rules and Regulations so I asked the Safety Committee and the Lake Committee to review the request and make a recommendation. The Safety Committee has no problem with the vehicle as long as it is licensed with the State of Illinois as a car as well as a boat, which it will be. The Lake Committee expressed numerous concerns and with very little information regarding the vehicle, voted to disallow the request. I have had discussions with the potential

Member, as well as the company who is restoring the Amphicar. I have asked the Lake Committee to revisit the request at their November Committee meeting with additional information on the vehicle being provided, as well as having an Amphicar representative available to answer any questions or concerns by the Committee. h. As I usually do, I have attached Joe Rush’s entire Manager Report so you may get his perspective on issues pertaining the lake and dam.

11. Building Inspection/Architectural & Environmental: a. No specific report.

12. Golf Operations (Pro Shop): a. September and the first half of October were Great for the course. The weather may not have been great, but all of the outings we had made for a great end to the season. In terms of Greens Fee and Cart revenues, we anticipate hitting our budgeted revenue figures for 2015. b. We also were fortunate to have hosted the IHSA Boys Regionals and the IHSA Girls Sectional. The boys were lucky enough to have decent weather for their event, but the girls had to play through rain on Monday and finish the tournament on Tuesday. The Girls sectional included 114 ladies from our area and areas reaching the Peoria area. This was a great opportunity for Lake Carroll to shine and we did. The course, despite rainy conditions was in great shape, the clubhouse did a great job offering fast and affordable options for the players and spectators and the pro shop staff did a great job running a great event, despite the weather. Many spectators made comments about the clubhouse and the course; they also thought the area was beautiful. We had one of the Eastland girl’s golfers and Lake Carroll member make it with a 4th place finish overall.

Congratulations to Karissa Freidag for making it to state.

13. Golf Maintenance: a. As of October 15, 2104 we remain on our normal mowing schedule. In addition to keeping the course maintained, the Golf Maintenance Crew has been trimming trees, shrubs and other landscaped areas needing attention. b. The Golf Maintenance Department installed new speed bumps and cautionary signage on the cart path leading to the 14th hole. This winding, downhill cart path was the site of a golf cart accident in September. The guardrail along this path was also replaced as it was deteriorating.

14. Clubhouse Operations: a. As of October 16th, we have five holiday parties/banquets reserved for December. b. Planning and promotion is underway for this year’s New Year’s Eve party.

15. Recreation Complex Operations: a. Aquatic Complex: i. The outdoor pool was winterized for the season on October 15, 2014. ii. The indoor pool continues to run smoothly with no maintenance issues to report. b. Recreation: i. 81 Members used the Fitness Room between September 15 and October 15, 2014. ii. The Lake Carroll Halloween party took place on Saturday October 11th with approximately 40 kids attending. Everyone had a great time with the Halloween carnival games set up inside, crafts upstairs, and the haunted maze downstairs (made out of furniture boxes). iii. Yoga is now being offered on Thursday nights at the Lodge for a 6 week session taught

by Kathy Chinouth from Bittersweet Yoga. 11 Ladies have committed for a 6 week session. This activity is paid for by the members who attend. iv. Zumba is now being offered on Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00am-11:00am taught by a professional Zumba instructor. Attendance has been around 10-12 participants per class and is enjoyed by all. c. Ski Hill: i. Believe it or not, we’re getting ready.

16. Campground: a. No specific report 17. Equestrian Area(s): a. The Equestrian Club held its annual meeting and has submitted minutes from that meeting.

They have also rewritten their Mission Statement which appears in their minutes. The meeting minutes have been included in the “Club Minutes” section of the Board packet

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Nicor Gas – Winter Installation October 23, 2014 Jina Burns, Customer Development

Nicor Gas - General Enrollment Opens for Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) Program

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Cooler temperatures mean the heating season is upon us, and Nicor Gas wants to remind customers who may be eligible for financial assistance to take advantage of funds available that help offset winter heating costs. Beginning Nov. 1, the enrollment period for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) opens to the general public.

Administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, LIHEAP is a federal block grant that provides resources to states to help low-income families meet their energy assistance needs. The program, which provides heating assistance to low- and fixed-income residents, including working families with young children and senior citizens, allows a one-time annual payment to help offset a consumer’s energy costs.

Under the income guidelines for LIHEAP, a household’s combined monthly income for the 30 days prior to application may not exceed 150 percent of the federally established poverty level as shown in the chart below. For more information about LIHEAP or to locate a local application agency, residents can call 877-411-9276 (WARM). For more detailed information about programs available to Nicor Gas customers, visit www. nicorgas.com.

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In accordance with the Agreement of New Installation of Gas Facilities, it is the responsibility of the customer to pay for premium charges and incremental activities required to perform gas service installation during the winter construction season, which begins November 15th and ends March 15th. If we encounter winter conditions, (frost, freezing and thawing, etc.) the estimated winter construction cost for a ½” or 1” service will be $336.38, plus any applicable municipal and Illinois Commerce Commission taxes. Billing for winter construction costs will occur after the service has been installed, if the customer requests service after November 15th and before March 15th. If you have requested service and the service has been released to the crew for installation on or before November 15th the winter construction charges will not apply.

Nicor Gas Representative(s) will be at the Lake Carroll Association Office each Wednesday thru November 12th. If you need to meet with a Nicor representative after November 12th, please contact Jina Burns, Customer Development at 815-873-5503 to schedule an appointment.

LCA Nicor Project Update

Michael Kaysen, Lake Carroll Nicor Project Coordinator On Tuesday, October 14, 2014, Nicor reached a milestone in Lake Carroll with the completion of almost 60 miles of main line which completes the main piping. Nicor is now in the process of completing approximately 550 homes with natural gas service.

This process will be finished sometime mid-November. If you intend to have Nicor connect your home, please make sign up and make the arrangements “ASAP”.

When Nicor and NPL, the contractor performing the piping and residential hook-ups, has completed the list of homes they are currently working on, they will have completed their contract and will be leaving Lake Carroll. After that time, you will need to contact Nicor directly to request service in order to have gas service connected. This process will take longer than the current method due to the fact that right now Nicor has a dedicated crew working every day for Lake Carroll. Once the dedicated LC crew has completed the current installations, Nicor will be handling future installations with local Nicor crews. The local crews will handle the work already scheduled prior to new installations.

The waiting time will be a minimum of sixty (60) days from the time they receive a new residential hook-up order. Last winter they worked through the cold and snow without additional cost for winter conditions; however, once the crews leave the project, there will be additional cost in winter conditions to connect your service through Nicor directly, approximately $340.00. To avoid additional cost, complete your paperwork now and get on the Nicor list of homes for completion.

We currently have some 550 homes signed up with approximately 150 left to complete as of the writing of this article (October 20th). Nicor has dedicated their entire LC crew to service connections to residents; it’s not going to take long to complete the remaining hook-ups.

I would like to thank Jina Burns, Construction Coordinator, and her entire crew for a job well-done. Also Dan Kozlowski, Construction Superintendent, with your hard work and professionalism this project would not have been completed in the manner it was.

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I was asked to be a guest author for http://www.petnewsandviews.com/ this month.

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As I watched the nine-week old puppy next door romp in the grass with her older halfsister, I wondered what environmental remnants, whether natural or manmade, were left on her body. Dogs love to roll in the grass, chew sticks, and eat grass. They lick their paws, one another, and humans. Humans love to pet their dogs, invite them up on furniture, and warm their bodies next to them upon retiring to bed. I just heard this week that there is some evidence that soccer goalies might have a higher chance of developing NonHodgkin’s Lymphoma from ‘crumb rubber’ on artificial turf. It got my attention to think about fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide, and insecticide ‘crumbs’ we spread in our lawns to maintain a plush, dense turf. So I asked myself, what are we susceptible to in transference from our own lawns via our so-called “best friend”?

Let’s consider our best friend first. If you apply fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, or pesticides to your lawn, it is best to read the manufacturer’s application instructions and follow them. Most recommend you keep your pet indoors or away from your property until the fertilizer dries, usually 24 hours. Household pets are at greater risk if you use weed and feed products as they contain both fertilizing and herbicide components. Canine malignant lymphoma and bladder cancer are linked to herbicides. In addition, organic lawn treatments are not always safer, causing possible intestinal obstruction, bloody stools and pancreatitis in household pets. If you must fertilize, look for pet friendly products.

Now, can household pets carry residue from these applications indoors? The answer is yes, and so can shoes, air currents, children, toys and sports gear. Once inside, they linger in carpets, toys, dust and circulating air. Pesticides have been found to persist indoors for several months away from light and moisture.

You might be wondering by now what effects these outdoor chemicals have on humans in the safety of our homes. For starters, research shows that human exposure to these chemicals has been associated with brain defects, immune system problems, infertility, cancer and Parkinson’s Disease. I’m sure the amount of exposure is a component, however, why risk the health of your household pet, loved ones and yourself? After all, according to http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/-cide, -cide is a word element [L.], meaning destruction or killing (homicide); an agent which kills or destroys (germicide).

Interesting that all of these products have ‘cide’ as their suffix.

So what other choices are there to having a lush, green lawn that causes your neighbors to be envious of? I recommend you convert part of your lawn to wildlife friendly habitat inclusive of hardy native plants, deer-resistant shrubs, wildflowers, prairie grasses and ground covers. A recent study done by the University of Wisconsin-Madison indicated grassland fields supported more than three times as many bird species. Converting part of your yard to areas that attract wildlife is definitely worth the effort.

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A Letter of Appreciation from Twice-Sold Tales

As we near Thanksgiving, I am very thankful for the wonderful volunteers who have made Twice-Sold Tales possible. They help customers locate books, price and shelve books, dust and straighten shelves, create displays, take requests, answer questions, clean and process donations, and make sure someone is there to wait on customers. Without their assistance, the bookstore would have died a long time ago. With their assistance, we have raised $3,413 since January 1st of this year and $15,457 since May of 2011, all of which goes to support the Lanark Public Library’s collections and programs. This has been a wonderful contribution to our community.

Perhaps my greatest thanks are owed to Rosemary Flikkema, who donated the space in her Unique Mall when we moved from our original location. Twice-Sold Tales would not exist without her support. I encourage you to patronize her Special Touch, where you will find lovely gifts, attractive jewelry, blooming plants, and stunning fresh arrangements.

My deepest appreciation also goes to our donors, who make our store possible, and our customers, whose patronage provides our income. Thank you for helping us support the library.

Again, thank you, everyone.

Denise Krysiak Manager, Twice-Sold Tales

Friends of the Lanark Public Library Celebrate an Active Year The Friends of the Lanark Public Library would like to thank all the people in our communities who donate books to our bookstore, Twice-Sold Tales, and buy books, make a money donation, or just tell us to keep the change. Thank you to all who volunteer to work a shift or help out with baked goods for our events. Thank you for having a piece of pie at ‘Pie on the Porch’ or volunteering to lend a hand. We could not do anything without your continued support for our efforts. As funding for libraries and schools becomes scarcer, we can help fill the gap. During the past year, we have given back to the communities in the following ways: • Sponsored an illustrator, Karri Murphy, who visited the Elementary School in the Spring 2014 ($380) • Co-sponsored, with the Lanark Library, the Summer Reading 2014 Program prizes for children reaching their reading goals ($138.50) • Donated to Old Settler Days ($125.00) • Purchased a year subscription for Large Print Christian Mystery books ($503.28) • Purchased a year subscription for Large Print Christian Fiction books ($503.28) • Sponsored Daisy Belle the Clown for Celebrate Lanark! event ($380) • Sponsored an author, Steve Cotler, in October 2014 to visit the Elementary School. He is the author of the Cheesy Mack books. ($180.00) • Purchased shelving for Phase 2 of the Lanark Library furniture project. ($2,475.99) Our supporters should be congratulated for their continued patronage and donations for our events throughout the past year. More information about the Friends of the Lanark Public Library is available at Twice-Sold Tales and the Lanark Public Library.

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LC Quilt Club Donation to Sadie’s Dream For A Cure Article and Photos by Deb Stagno

At our October 7th meeting, the Quilt Club presented 56 quilted tote bags, referred to as “Busy Bags” by Sadie’s Dream For A Cure, stitched and donated by our members, plus an 8’ table full of various items to fill these bags. Lynn Heeren, spokesperson, founder and relative of Sadie’s family, graciously attended our meeting and gave us a greater understanding of the organization.

Sadie is a now 4 year old little girl living in Texas with her family who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma which is defined as a malignant tumor that develops from nerve tissue, at 6 months of age. Sadie has and continues to go through extensive treatments to eradicate the cancer but to date one cluster remains.

This non-for profit organization was formed through a family project where her relatives felt the need to do something to help her and her immediate family members. The organization’s goal is “to stand beside the families and children affected by childhood cancer and let them know that they are not alone in their fight”. Because of Sadie’s diagnosis, they know firsthand the trials and tribulations that comes along with a cancer diagnosis. They designed and started making fabric reusable tote bags, “Busy Bags”, to give out to children in treatment, with 3 sewers. They also fill these bags with toys that kids can plan with while in the hospital while immobile and hooked to an iv. These items include but are not limited to coloring books, crayons, books, craft projects, card games, etc. They also make parent bags they call “Basics Bags” which are filled with emergency supplies for parents who might find themselves unexpectedly at the hospital following a diagnosis with only the clothes on their backs. The Basics bags include things like a toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo; soap a hairbrush, chap stick, socks and meal cards for the specific hospital. They have also branched out to include teens and special requests for older individuals.

In their first year of operation, they donated 135 bags to 5 hospitals in 4 different states. They also made a donation to a childhood cancer research program and helped a family in need of financial assistance. In their second year, they donated just over 500 Busy Bags and expanded to 9 states. To date they are at 894 bags and have a 2014 goal of 1,000. They have received an amazing response to their request for volunteers to help make bags and currently have over 100 volunteers donating their time and talent to sew their bags. They are 100% volunteer driven. They do not pay any salaries to anyone and every dollar received goes directly back to assisting pediatric cancer patients and their families. Kohl’s in Michigan donates to the cause if employees donate 3 hours of their time to the cause. They currently have sewers all over the USA and are developing “charters” to expand their work in Louisiana, Georgia, and New York. They will follow the same guidelines regarding how to do fund raisers and what to fill bags with.

This is an amazing organization. They are 501C certified non-profit with the IRS and have incorporated in Michigan. Currently they ship bags all over the United States and have children hospitals in 12 states who receive regular shipments. Their focus is the very sick children.

September was Child Cancer Awareness month. The organization was contacted by a pitcher for the Minnesota Twins who requested a T-shirt to wear during a game. He wore the t-shirt and made a sizable donation including over 10 boxes of toys for children after the event.

Thanks Phyllis Davies and Nancy Flikkema for bringing this opportunity to the Quilt Club membership which allowed us to be a small part of such a worthy cause. It is very close to everyone’s heart.

More information can be found on their website at www.sadiesdreamforacure.org and their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sadiesdream01 where you can see pictures of their bags as well as learn more about their organization. Additional information can be obtained by contacting them at sadiesdreamforacure@gmail.com.

The rest of our meeting went on as normal. A handful of handmade items from members to “show & tell” were shared and a wonderful selection of “munchables” to enjoy.

Next meeting will be on Nov. 4th at 1pm in the Lodge. All LCA members are welcome. No quilting abilities required.

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Lake Carroll Bass Tournament Results Sponsored By The Lake Carroll Fishing Club

By Mitch Feucht

We had a great turnout at the lodge for our October Fishing Club meeting and potluck. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Bill Comstock and he then led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Treasurer’s Report Mitch Feucht presented the September, 2014 financial report. A motion to accept the report was made by Barb Anderson, seconded by Fred Reddies. The report was unanimously approved by the membership.

Hatchery Operations Draining of Fawn Pond will occur sometime around Halloween, but of course this depends upon notification from the golf course when they no longer need this water for their sprinkler systems. We’re all very hopeful for a successful walleye harvest this year. We will notify the membership when we know the date for this activity. Plans are being made to empty the basin below the spillway, at which time we will net the fish and return them to our lake. The tentative date for this is October 22, but we will notify the membership once we have a firm date.

Structure Projects Tom Stangl provided an update on the reef project. To date, two rock reefs have been built in the East Marina. Plans are underway to build a third reef in October. These reefs should improve fish habitat in our lake and will be much more permanent than other types of structure we have placed in past years.

Christmas Party Nancy Comstock provided an update on the Christmas party which will be at the clubhouse on Friday, December 5. The theme this year is Polar Express. Nancy and her committee are finalizing the menu and working on the decorations, entertainment, etc. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased from either Nancy Quilico at 815-493-9909 or Barb Hevrin at 815-871-1969.

Fishing Club Board Elections Terms are expiring this year for three of our board members – Bill Comstock, Tom Stangl and Steve Hevrin. Bill and Tom have agreed to run for re-election, and Roman Cirignani has agreed to run.

Anyone else who is interested in running for the board should contact Bill Comstock. Elections will be held at the November meeting.

Other Events / Announcements October 9 & 11 - Budget meetings will be held at the clubhouse on these two days. These meetings give Lake Carroll members a chance to review and discuss the preliminary budget that is being presented to the Lake Carroll board of directors.

October 11 - Women’s Club bake sale will be held in conjunction with the Craft Show at the clubhouse.

October 19 – Ham dinner at St. Wendelin Church. This event is open to the public. Volunteers interested in working at this event can contact Roman and Barb Cirignani.

October 22 - Some members of the Fishing Club board will be attending the Shannon Lions Club meeting to make a presentation about our hatchery operations.

October 25 - Mike Siciliano announced plans to organize a group to attend the Haunted Trail at Poopy’s. Tentative plans are to meet at Poopy’s for dinner at 6:00 p.m. and then go on the trail as a group at approximately 7:00 p.m. Please call Mike if you are interested in attending this event.

October 29 - Luke Fossett and Claire Holmberg will be conducting a refresher training session for CPR and defibrillator usage at the lodge at 2:30 p.m.

November 1 - Star Spangled Salute. This fundraising event is being held to assist wounded veterans and their family who are now living in Lake Carroll. Further information is in the Lake Carroll News.

Meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. - Motion by John Schnarr, seconded by Richard Laesch.

Winners of the 50/50 raffle were: 1st Place – Mitch & Marve Feucht - $50 2nd Place – Pete & Pat Junius - $35 The next meeting and potluck will be Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 6:00 pm. at the Lodge. We hope to see all of you there! Don’t forget to buy your tickets for the Christmas Party. They’re selling fast!

Classic Tournament held September 20th & 21st - 15 boats participated 1st Place: Lee, Greg and Joe Lester 18.33 lbs 2nd Place: Jon Pollack and Jeremy Jensen 17.72 lbs 3rd Place: Jason and Kevin Ackmann 15.37 lbs 4th Place: Jessie and Phil DeYoung with 13.14lbs Big Large Mouth Bass Jon Pollack and Jeremy Jensen 3.78lbs Big Small Mouth Bass Shaun Ratay 2.29 lbs Thanks again to Miller Sports for sponsoring the big bass prizes. Watch the paper for next year’s tournament schedule.

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Lake & Natural Resources

Lake Stratification & Mixing Many of our Illinois lakes and reservoirs are deep enough to stratify, or form “layers” of water with different temperatures. Such thermal stratification occurs because of the large differences in density (weight) between warm and cold waters. Density depends on temperature: water is most dense (heaviest) at about 39°F, and less dense (lighter) at temperatures warmer and colder than 39°F. The Stratification Process In the fall, chilly air temperatures cool the lake’s surface. As the surface water cools, it becomes denser and sinks to the bottom. Eventually the entire lake reaches about 39°F (4°C). As the surface water cools even more, Joe Rush it becomes less dense and “floats” on top of the denser 39°F water, forming Lake Manager ice at 32°F (0°C). The lake water below the ice remains near 39°F. This situation is referred to as winter stratification. Winter stratification remains stable because the ice cover prevents wind from mixing the water.

Come spring, the ice melts and the surface water begins to warm above 32°F. The increasing density of the warming water along with wind action cause this surface water to sink and mix with the deeper water-a process called spring turnover. During this time period, most of the lake water is at the same temperature, and surface and bottom waters mix freely. Lakes with a small surface area, especially if protected from the wind, typically completely mix for only a brief time in the spring- usually just a few days. In comparison, large lakes often circulate for weeks.

As the sun continues to warm the lake surface through late spring and early summer, the temperature differences increase between the surface and deeper waters. In lake areas deeper than about 10 to 12 feet, the temperature differences eventually create a physical force strong enough to resist the wind’s mixing forces (it only takes a difference of a few degrees Fahrenheit to prevent mixing). The lake now stratifies into three layers of water-a situation termed summer stratification. The upper layer is a warm (lighter), well-mixed zone called the epilimnion. Below this is a transitional zone where temperatures rapidly change called the metalimnion. The thermocline is a horizontal plane within the metalimnion through the point of greatest water temperature change. The metalimnion is very resistant to wind mixing. Beneath the metalimnion and extending to the lake bottom is the colder (heavier), usually dark, and relatively undisturbed hypolimnion.

The most important actions causing lake mixing are wind, inflowing water, and outflowing water.

While wind influences the surface waters of all lakes, its ability to mix the entire water volume in summer-stratified lakes is greatly reduced. This is because the rapid change in temperature and density within the metalimnion acts like a physical barrier between the epilimnion and hypolimnion. Though not an absolute barrier, it takes a lot of energy to disrupt it. The stability of a lake’s stratification depends on many factors, most importantly the lake’s depth, shape, and size. Also playing a role are climate, orientation of the lake to the wind, and inflow/ outflow. As noted earlier, in shallow lakes (less than about 1 0 to 12 feet deep) wind forces are usually strong enough to mix the water from top to bottom and thereby thwart summer stratification. Lakes with a lot of water flowing through them (i.e., a short water residence time) also do not develop persistent thermal stratification. While a temperature gradient from warmer surface to cooler bottom waters may exist in such lakes, a true metalimnion is not typically formed.

Summer stratification continues until fall when surface waters begin to cool and sink. The metalimnion begins to “erode” and weaken, and continues to do so as the lake cools. Wind energy helps mix the lake deeper and deeper. When the whole lake reaches a similar temperature, wind forces are again able to mix the lake from top to bottom in a process called fall turnover. The transition from summer stratification to fall turnover can occur within just a few hours, especially if accompanied by strong winds.

Effects of Stratification Stratification has important implications for fisheries management, phytoplankton (algae) populations, and water supply quality. A discussion of a few stratification impacts follows.

Dissolved Oxygen Just after summer stratification is established, the hypolimnion is rich in dissolved oxygen from the early spring mixing of the lake. However, because the metalimnion acts as a barrier between the epilimnion and hypolimnion, the hypolimnion is essentially cut off from oxygen exchange with the atmosphere and is often too dark for plants and algae to grow and produce oxygen by photosynthesis.

In a eutrophic (nutrient-rich) lake, the hypolimnion can become anoxic (without oxygen, or anaerobic) as the summer progresses. This occurs as its supply of oxygen is consumed by bacteria and other

bottomdwelling organisms. A lack of dissolved oxygen can have serious consequences.

Phosphorus and Nitrogen In anoxic conditions, the nutrients phosphorus and ammonia-nitrogen become more soluble (dissolvable) and are released from the bottom sediments into the hypolimnion.

During the summer, stratified lakes can sometimes partially mix (such as with the passing of a cold front accompanied by strong winds and cold rains), allowing some of these nutrients to “escape” into the epilimnion and potentially stimulate an algal bloom. For similar reasons, algal blooms often are seen at fa11 turnover as nutrient-rich bottom water is brought to the lake surface where there is ample sunlight to support algae growth. Amnionia-nitrogen also can have an impact on fish. Fish are sensitive to ammonia and are repelled by high levels in the water.

Metals and Other Compounds Some metals and other elements-notably iron, manganese, and sulfur (as hydrogen sulfide}-also become increasingly soluble and are released from anoxic bottom sediments. These compounds cause taste and odor problems-a potentially serious concern in drinking water supply reservoirs. Additionally, hydrogen sulfide concentrations above I mg/L are lethal to many gamefish as well as some zooplankton (microscopic animals that are an important fish food).

Fish Low oxygen levels may restrict where fish can go in a lake and limit the types and numbers of fish in the hypolimnion. Warmwater fish (e.g., bass and bluegill) need at least 5 mg/L of dissolved oxygen to survive, while coldwater fish (e.g., trout) require 6-7 mg/L. Ln eutrophic lakes, as summer progresses and dissolved oxygen levels become too low in the hypolimnion, fish are confined to the epilimnion and a portion of the metalimoion. As ice covers a lake in early winter, there usually is adequate oxygen in the water to sustain fish and other aquatic organisms. You may be surprised to learn that certain algae and rooted aquatic plants grow right through the winter and photosynthesize, producing oxygen.

However, bacterial decomposition of organic matter on the lake bottom can consume more oxygen than photosynthesis can replace, causing decline in dissolved oxygen levels as the winter season progresses.

If enough snow covers the ice or if the ice is opaque, sunlight may be inadequate or unable to penetrate and photosynthesis will stop. If the lake’s supply of oxygen falls too low before iceout, a partial or total fishkill can occur.

Temperature In summer-stratified lakes, water temperatures decrease from the surface to the bottom. As discussed above, a warm surface layer (the epilimnion) “floats” on a colder layer (the hypolimnion).

Different fish species prefer different water temperatures.

Hence, a lake’s temperature variations are important in influencing what types and how many fish will live and reproduce in that lake. If the colder, deeper waters of the hypolimnion have enough oxygen, then that area will provide a refuge for fish species that prefer, or require, cold water temperatures. However, if dissolved oxygen levels become too low in the hypolimnion and fish are forced into the warmer surface waters, coldwater fish species may not be able to survive.

The Unique Properties of Water Water is a unique substance. To understand how lakes behave, it is useful to understand water’s physical and chemical properties. The molecular structure of water and the way in which water molecules associate with each other dictate these properties: 1. Water is an excellent solvent; many gases, minerals, and organic compounds dissolve readily in it.

2. Water is a liquid at natural environmental temperatures and pressures. Although this property seems rather common and obvious, it is quite important. lf water behaved at ordinary temperatures and pressures like other inorganic compounds that are chemically similar to it, water would only be present as a vapor-and lakes would not exist.

3. The temperature/’ density relationship of water is also unique. Most liquids become more dense (heavier) as they cool. Water also rapidly becomes more dense as its temperature drops, but only to a certain point. Water reaches its maximum density at 39.2°F (3.94°C), then it decreases slightly in density until it reaches 32°F (0°C), the freezing point. At this point, ice forms and its density decreases sharply. Ice, therefore, is much lighter than liquid water and thus forms at the surface of lakes rather than at the lake bottom.

A second important consequence of the temperature/density relationship of water is the thermal stratification of lakes. Energy is required to mix fluids of differing densities, and the amount of energy necessary is related to the difference in density. In the case of Jakes, this energy is provided primarily by wind. Therefore, the changes in water density that accompany rapidly decreasing water temperatures in the metalimnion during summer stratification are of great importance. The metalimnetic density gradient provides a strong and effective barrier to lake mixing.

4. Water also has an unusually high “specific heat.” Specific heat is the amount of energy required to change the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 °C. Water also has a high “latent heat of fusion,” which is the energy required to melt I gram of ice at 0°C. These properties make lakes slow to thaw and warm in the spring and slow to cool and freeze in the fall, thus providing exceptionally stable thermal environments for aquatic organisms.

Because water gains and loses heat slowly, the presence of large lakes can exert a significant influence on local and regional climate. A good example is the Great Lakes, which have a dramatic effect on both air temperature and precipitation in the states and provinces surrounding them.

Adapted from The Lake and Reservoir Restoration Guidance Manual, 1990 Lake Notes . . . is a series of publications produced by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency about issues confronting Illinois’ lake resources. The objective of these publications is to provide lake and watershed residents with a greater understanding of environmental cause-and-effect relationships, and actions we all can take to protect our lakes.

Appreciation is extended to the University of Wisconsin-Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for permission to excerpt and adapt information and illustrations from their “Yard Care and The Environment” publications.

This Lake Notes publication was prepared by Holly Hudson, Michael Murphy, and Bob Kirschner of the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission, Chicago, Illinois.

Permission granted to reprint with credit to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and the Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission.

Facilities Update

Fall dredge season started for us on September 10th this year.

Weather delayed putting the pipe in the water a couple of days after Labor Day weekend, but things went smooth with the pipe and connecting the dredge so we could start moving mud. This fall had not been without its challenges, but I will say that things are definitely better than they were in the spring. We are working 2 shifts Monday through Friday and mainly working just outside of the channel of 3 Tubes. There is a lot of sediment to take out and the one thing that we are learning is that this process is Shaun Nordlie very slow. With some areas having over 10 inches of sediment to Facilities Director move, it takes many passes in order to get all the sediment out.

You also need to consider that once you take a pass it is not like taking a row of dirt or snow where you have a defined row, the wet mud fills in where you just took a pass. Our new GPS system is a big help in tracking the dredge so the operators can see where they have made passes and where they need to go next.

The modification that we did to our clamps in the spring has eliminated our problem of popping clamps constantly. We are running into issues of rocks, old props, clam shells and barbed wire getting in the cutter head and prop. We have had to stop occasionally to clear these out of the prop or the auger in order to continue. This week (3rd week of October) we had a hydraulic motor that runs the cutter head go out on us, so we had to wait for a new one to arrive which meant losing 4-5 days of work. But we are learning constantly with this machine and my hope is that we will learn all the kinks and continue to learn the most effective ways of operating the dredge so that we become as efficient as we can with this ongoing project.

Our plan is to continue dredging this fall until the weather turns too bad to be on the water. We do have heat on the dredge, and the staff is constantly in and out of the water checking the cutter head, pressure, and the flex pipe. Once the weather turns, we will then pull the dredge off the water and pull the pipe onshore until spring. I would like to thank the operators that have been doing all the work on the lake this fall – Chet Haas, Jacob Lawson, and Dave Taylor. I also want to thank the guys who have been helping maintain and fix the dredge – Bob Ditzler and Rusty Block.

We have also started mechanically dredging some coves where the hydraulic dredge will not reach. This is done using our new mini excavator, barge, and push boat. What we do is push the barge into the cove, dig out sediment with the mini excavator and dump it on the barge and then either when we are done with the cove or the barge is full of mud, we push it back into a marina and offload the mud into dump trucks. It is a slow process, but has been effective so far. My hope is to have 2-3 coves finished this fall before the snow flies.

In November we will conduct the annual lowering of the lake to 737’ for the winter.

We are currently at 738’6” after the mid-October rains, so it will be necessary for the first time in at least three years for LC staff to manually lower the lake level. We want to do this as late as possible so that we can dredge longer into the season, but we will keep everyone updated through the weekly eblasts. For new members, the lake is lowered to 737’ each year for two reasons. One, LCA is required to “exercise” the dam valve at least once a year. Two, lowering the lake level allows for both property owners and LCA to complete rip rap maintenance. You can contact me if you have any additional questions concerning lowering our lake level.

As for winter, it is too early to be thinking about snow yet, so I will do that next month.

I do have a contract for salt and have salt being delivered this week. As many have heard, there is either a shortage or at least a perception that there is a shortage based on last winter. This is resulting in us paying more for our salt this year and having to find a new supplier, but I think we will be in good shape for the winter.

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AT&T Tower Update

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As many of you know, the Association has been waiting for several months for AT&T to sign the new cell tower lease. Numerous inquiries to AT&T from the Association as to when that could be expected have gone unanswered or have resulted in little or no information being provided. The lack of information and communication has been very frustrating as we have worked with AT & T for over a year to make this potential improvement, a reality.

It has just been learned that AT&T has been revising their budget and build schedule for the next few years and as a result AT&T has apparently placed many of their projects on hold with no definitive date for bringing them back into their build schedule. This apparently includes the new Lake Carroll facility. AT&T indicated that once that process has been completed and AT&T releases sites back into their budget then they will contact the Association to restart the project. The exact timeline as to when that will happen is unknown at this time.

In short, this means that AT&T has put the Lake Carroll project on hold. The Association encourages all of our property owners to contact AT&T and let them know how important it is for this project to move forward without delay.

The current AT & T tower near the West Marina remains active and will continue to provide AT & T customers with the same signal as it has in the past.

One More $16 and the Pool Loan is GONE !!!

By Dr. Ian F. Keith

Back in 2011 we had an outstanding Pool Loan of $1,260,515. Looking at this amount it was realized that funding for major improvements would be difficult. As a result the idea emerged to ask the membership to voluntarily support a program to pay off the Pool Loan. From this what has come to be known as the $16 program developed. Each year the membership has been asked to voluntarily contribute an extra $16 dues increase, this increase to be used solely to pay off the Pool Loan. Each year since then the membership has approved this program and as result as of the end of 2014 the unpaid loan balance will be $583,285, a decrease of $677,230.

The original plan was that the program would result in the loan being fully paid off by the end 2016. It is now evident with one more $16 we will be able to achieve this goal. The Board has again agreed that for 2015 a motion to ask the membership to approve this final $16 payment will be on the Proxy card for the 2015 Budget.

Some have understandably asked why with the dues increase necessary for 2015 we would ask the membership to consider paying another $16. Two reasons, first we want to finish what has been a very successful program which when completed will allow us to start accumulating funds for future Capital Improvements. Second, think of how little is needed. Take a coffee cup and put twenty cents in it each day until the time in January when the $16 will be due. In January 2015 empty out the coffee cup contents and you will have the $16 with enough left over to buy your first drink at the Clubhouse party celebrating the Pool Loan Payoff.

Your support is again requested by a YES vote when the Pool Loan Payoff item is presented on the Proxy Card this year.

See you all at the Clubhouse Pool Loan Payoff Party, December 2016.

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Dining with the 815ers

By Donna Flaska

Introducing the “815ers”, meaning the “eight-one-fivers”. The 815ers consist of four Lake Carroll members in search of food and drink after a round of golf. The members are Donna Flaska (21-66), Charlee Thompson (23-224), Sue Thomas (23-96), and Carolyn Olsen (3571). We travel to other golf courses when our Lake Carroll course is full. We make sure the diner of choice includes vegan and gluten free options. Please don’t misunderstand our intentions…We love enjoying a meal at our Lake Carroll Clubhouse; however, on the occasion that we venture to another course, we also love visiting new places, meeting new people, and enjoying new and varied experiences together. Now…we want to share our experiences with you. Bon appétit!

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Have you ever walked into and place and felt like, “I belong here”? This is the what you experience when you enter “Otto’s Place” in Galena across from the Railroad Welcome Center and railroad chic describes it. You will meet John Slimp and his partner Dan Wentz who are your host and baker. Jacob rounds out the kitchen staff as the cook. Make sure you find out the story behind the name.

The lower level accommodates 40 and the upstairs consist of an arrangement of overstuffed furniture and offers intimate seating. We were able to sit there and enjoy our appetizer listed as the Dunbarton Bleu Cheese plate with candied walnuts, dried and fresh fruit. Later we had our dessert in this setting noshing on the Lemon Icebox cake, big enough for 4, gourmet coffee and Nocella a wonderful walnut hazelnut liquor. The Pineapple Upside Down cake should be ordered when you arrive as it is prepared by order and takes 30 minutes.

An extensive wine list will satisfy the most sophisticated palette. John brought samples so that we were able to select a vintage that matched our dinner. Since they also offer Vegan and Gluten Free options we had a Delicata Squash filled with vegetable pilaf and a red pepper sauce. They were also serving a Turkey and couscous meatloaf with a smashed potato and mixed vegetables. The Salmon was presented with a lemon thyme sauce, wild rice, fresh vegetables and perfectly prepared. There were other selections and it’s good to know that the menu changes monthly.

Lunch and breakfast are served daily with Sunday hosting between 200 and 300 people during the season. The breakfast menu offers real corned beef hash as well as large fresh baked sticky buns. The Biscuits and gravy at the table across from us was enough to serve the 3 men seated there. Lunch offers daily quiche and homemade soups as well as a selection of yummy sandwiches. Gluten free bread is extra and well worth the price with their vegan Walnut burger.

Looking for a cocktail? Try “Otto’s Signature Sunrise”. This drink consists of Raspberry vodka, Contreau, Grenadine, Champagne and ginger ale. Served in a tall glass, it will be sure to quench your thirst.

The vegetables, herbs and fruits are locally grown and organic within a two mile radius of the restaurant. Meats are fresh and when possible antibiotic and hormone free.

They are open for breakfast and lunch everyday but Tuesday and dinners on Friday and Saturday nights from 5-9pm. Prices are reasonable. If you have a group, make sure to call ahead for reservations as they fill up fast.

Until next time… Bon appétit!

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Plumtree Recreation Area Winter Amenity Schedule 2014-2015

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Day & Date

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From the Golf Pro

November is here and the golf season is coming to an end, unless Mother Nature gives us an Indian summer. Let’s keep our fingers crossed.

We had another great year at the Lake Carroll Golf Course, fairly good weather and great events made for a very busy year. Starting in November, we will be having a RED TAG SALE thru the remainder of the year. I will be taking all of the Pro Shop stock to two big sales this year, November 15th – 23rd, and much of the stock will be sold, so come to the shop Jason Hill PGA Golf Professional early for the best selection for your end-of-season purchases and your Christmas shopping. The HUGE RED TAG SALE will be on all in-stock merchandise, some discounts are as low as 70% OFF! All remaining 2014 golf clubs and demos will also be on sale at greatly reduced prices.

Gift Certificates are also available for Christmas presents.

On a more personal note, you may or may not know that I am the coach for the Eastland Golf Team and have been for the past 10 years. This year the boys’ team was in a rebuilding year, with several young players contributing to the team scores.

I expect good things from the young players in the future. The girls golf team had a great year, taking 3rd at the regionals with Karissa Freidag qualifying for the STATE FINALS and finishing 44th in the State. All of the players made us very proud.

Congratulations!!! This is quit the achievement.

On a final note I would like to thank everyone for a successful season and for those of you heading south, have a great winter and I look forward to seeing everyone next spring.

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www.isenhartrealty.com 12-51 Birchbark Lane............................................ SOLD 3-570 Buck’s Lane................................................. $3,500 1-114 Captains Dr ................................................ $4,900 16-173R Stonehedge Dr........................................ $4,500 1-198 Ahab Ct ....................................................... SOLD 16-59/60 Meadowview Ct ..................................... $4,000 25-20 Country Hill Ct........................................... $6,700 31-99 Lake Carroll Blvd ....................................... $9,900 31-111 Lake Carroll Blvd ................................... $11,900 23-103 Brighton Ct............................................. $14,900 12-16/17/18 Spring Creek Dr.............................. $16,900 1-176 Hooks Ct .................................................. $16,900 31-89 Country Club Ct ....................................... $17,500 3-454, 455, 456 Fawn Ridge Dr.......................... $19,900 5-175 Heathcliff Dr............................................. $22,900 26-4 Wynwood Ct.................................................. SOLD 31-9 Medinah Drive............................................ $26,900 31-51 Doral Ct................ DEEDED SLIP - FIRM $25,000 24-131 Rustler’s Ct. .................... EQUESTRIAN $29,900 31-11 Medinah Dr............................................... $29,900 23-105 Broadview Dr.......................................... $29,900 3-363 & 364 Lk. Carroll Blvd............................. $29,900 1-19R Old Wharf Road....................................... $39,900 31-52 Doral Ct.................................................... $55,000 31-61 Wakonda Drive................. DEEDED SLIP $60,000 28-56 Southview Drive ............... DEEDED SLIP $99,000 25-60 Cottage Hill Ct............... WATERFRONT $225,000 27-33 Conover Ct. ................................................. SOLD

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Lake Carroll News, November 2014

Great Route 64/84 Shop Hop Returns!

It is time to get your shopping shoes ready and plan your stops on the Great Route 64/84 Shop Hop. Visit four towns, Lanark, Mt. Carroll, Savanna, and Fulton, where shops display their festive best Fridays and Saturdays, November 7 and 8, and again November 14 and 15. Hours 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The many stops include unique gift shops, antique stores, craft malls, floral shops, a craft show, glass shops, bookstores, quilt shops, Christmas tree farms and much more. The shops on the Holiday Hop work together to offer varied and unique selections in a small town shopping experience. Come do your holiday shopping where cooperative spirits and warm hearts welcome you as friends! Find shop descriptions and addresses for all stops including participating restaurants at www.bwcvb.com/shophop or call 815-273-2722.

By Susan O’Connor Marketing & Program Coordinator

Handmade Holiday Workshop

Making your own gifts to give during the holidays can be a very rewarding task. Join the Lee County 4-H’ers on November 15 as they learn how to make different holiday gifts. A few of these gifts include, lattice necklaces, treats in a jar, pampered gifts, clay pot snowmen and more! These classes are open to anyone between the ages of 8 and 18.

Younger kids like to make gifts too! We have a special session just for those kids between the ages of 5 and 7. They will learn how to make snow globes, ornaments and more!

The workshop will take place on November 15. Registration begins at 8:30 and classes run from 9-noon. The cost is 10 dollars for each participant. Register online at http://web. extension.illinois.edu/clw or by calling 815-857-3525 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

CC Shop Hop

Denise Krysiak Publicity Director, Friends of the Lanark Public Library

Fourth Graders Enjoy Conservation Day

Stay alert November 7, 8, 14 and 15 for shoppers zipping from place to place around the county, snapping up bargains galore during Carroll County’s Shop Hop. Both TwiceSold Tales and The Special Touch are stops on the route. Twice-Sold Tales will have fall and Christmas centerpieces for sale for $8, as well as Thanksgiving and Christmas-themed books, read-alouds, videos, cookbooks, and gift books, all at garage-sale prices. The Special Touch will also have a wide variety of gifts from scarves and jewelry to blooming plants and wall decorations. Note that both stores will offer extended Saturday hours from 9 am to 5 pm on the 8th and 15th.

From November 15th to 20th, Twice-Sold Tales will help you prepare for Family Reading night on the 20th. Stop in at the bookstore during regular business hours and create your Family Reading Night Bag, courtesy of Friends of the Lanark Public Library. There will be bookmarks, hot chocolate and microwave popcorn packets for your bag, as well as plenty of books to purchase ranging from 10 cents to $5.00.

Remember that Twice-Sold Tales offers a request service; let us know the title or author you are looking for and we will contact you when it arrives. In addition, we add dozens of fresh titles weekly.

Twice-Sold Tales, the gently used bookstore, is run by the Friends of the Lanark Public Library; proceeds benefit the Lanark Public Library and its programs and collections. The bookstore is located in The Special Touch’s Unique Mall at 504 IL Route 64 in Lanark. Its hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Friday, and 9 am to 12 pm on Saturday.

Get the New Shop Lanark! Card

Love getting special deals? Hate clipping coupons? The Transformers Team from Living Lanark has the perfect solution: the Shop Lanark! card. Accepted at eleven businesses throughout Lanark, the card offers various discounts with every purchase throughout the year. For example, with each $30 purchase at Lanark Food Center, the customer receives a free gallon of milk upon presenting the Shop Lanark! card. Businesses offering discounts include Bella Pizza, The Special Touch, Carroll Service Building Center, The Cutting Edge, End of the Road, Hollow Fence Post, Lake Carroll Clubhouse, Southside Service, and TwiceSold Tales. Available at Lanark Food Center, The Special Touch, Carroll Service Fuel 24, The Cutting Edge, The Hollow Fence Post, and Lanark Building Center, the Shop Lanark! card is $10 and valid from 10/1/14 to 9/30/15.

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4th Grade Conservation Day was held at Mississippi Palisades State Park in Savanna, IL. Whiteside County Master Gardeners and Carroll-Lee-Whiteside Master Naturalist presented programs on; tree identification, bird identification, the geological time line, and the habitat needs of bears. The day consisted of 7 - 20 minute sessions of 4th graders in groups ranging from 20 – 30 students. Students participated in hands on activities from identifying fossils to acting like bears foraging for food. A great day was enjoyed by all participants.

Master Naturalists Susan Atchley and Kristina Zach talk about bird identification. Students identified the bird by its call.

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20141097: 21-10 Timbershore Dr. - $52,900 for this premium 2.03 Ac. lot with Deeded boat slip.

20141027: 31-72 Country Club Court - $13,000 Over 1 Ac., Level lot with panoramic view. Golf cart to Clubhouse.

20140702: 23-9 Lake Carroll Blvd. - $44,000 1,09 Ac., on golf crs. #13. Perfect homesite; walk to Clubhse. Or take golf cart. Desirable DEEDED boat slip, plus amenities of Lk. Carroll.

20131744 - 3-510R - $12,900 Wooded lot on Shady Ln. and Reindeer Crt. replated and ready to build on or just enjoy all amenities at Lake Carroll.

20131510 - 28-54 Southview Dr. - $389,000 Unique contemporary home on 3 acres. Fantastic lake views. Upper level master bedroom w/p tub, walk-in closet. Main floor open plan with panoramic and lake views. Wrap around deck with screened porch, beautiful kitchen for entertaining and so much more. Call for details.

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Lake Carroll News, November 2014

Security Residential Checks & Low Temperature Light Checks

Enjoy a

“Hometown Christmas” in Shannon

Shannon Chamber of commerce invites you to “Hometown Christmas” Friday and Saturday, November 21 and 22. Local businesses, crafters, and bakers welcome you to their open houses. You will find hand crafter treasures, gourmet foods, wines, gifts, baked goodies galore, and much more.

Maps of participants are located at the First State Bank of Shannon/ Polo/Lake Carroll, Casey’s, Blarney Stone, and Shannon Café. Look for the Candy Cane in front of each location. Stop by the over 15 houses in town and fire station on both Friday and Saturday.

The fire station will have over 25 crafters and vendors to meet all your shopping needs. Stop by Friday night for the traditional Lions Club Chili Supper. Kids can visit with Santa, pet his live reindeer, and make an ornament for the community Christmas tree. Lighting of the Christmas tree in the park will be followed by the annual Christmas Lighted Parade.

Warm up with hot chocolate and cookies in the park before, during, and after the parade.

For more information, contact Amanda Klinefilter at 815-238-3171

See pages 8B & 9B for upcoming Recreation events including

WINTERFEST!

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. $5.00 a week 2. $20.00 a month 3. $120.00 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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Lake Carroll News, November 2014

LCA 2014 ANNUAL MEETING Sunday, December 7, 2014 in the Clubhouse Lower Level 11:30am Registration begins.

Bring your LCA Photo ID to register.

12:30pm Meeting begins.

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LAKE CARROLL LOTS

1-111 Captains Dr. - Good water view from this .31 acre corner lot. 30’ grassed greenway one side. Broker owned. $18,900 1-189 Old Wharf Rd. - .26 acre lot on knoll with water view. Wooded area to the front and rear. Broker owned. $16,900 12-253/254 Spring Creek Dr. - Level .56 acre corner lot close to ski hill and pool. $9,900 15-3 Lake Carroll Blvd. - .1.25 acre lot close to ski hill and swimming complex. $4,750 16-61R Meadowview Ct. - .54 acre lot close to ski hill. Very motivated owner says “BRING AN OFFER” $4,950 17-27R Lakeview Dr. - Replat of lots 27 & 28. 1.17 acres gently sloping to treed rear. Conventional septic. Broker owned. $24,900 17-36 Lakeview Dr. - Fully wooded .62 acre situated one lot off of the water. Broker owner. $32,900 17-171 Lakeside Dr. - .50 acre 2nd tier lot sits high above the lake. Seasonal water view. $19,900 31-103 Kemper Ct. - 1.03 acre lot close to clubhouse. $7,000 DEEDED BOAT SLIP LOTS 23-123 Lake Carroll Blvd. - 1.06 acre Golf Course lot with Deeded Boat Slip. Backs up to the 18th tee boxes. Priced below market for quick sale. Broker owned. $19,900

Doug Moll Broker Associate Isenhart Realty

815-238-3626 email: mollco@aeroinc.net

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Lake Carroll News, November 2014

C LASSIFIEDS

815-625-3600 • 1-800-798-4085 SECTION B LOTS FOR SALE

HOMES FOR RENT

FREE LOT- 1/4 ac., Sec. 3, Lot 451 on Lake Carroll Blvd. You pay all transfer fees. Call 815297-3350.

NOTICE: “Only LCA Members have amenity use with any Lake Carroll house rentals.”

MISC.

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Asking $9,900 OBO 630207-5845

Spillway Inspection and Fish Recovery

By Shaun Nordlie Photos by David Taylor

On October 22nd we performed the biennial ritual of lowering the spillway water for our inspection and to get any fish that have gone over the spillway.

We started pumping water out of the spillway on Monday morning and went non stop; by Wednesday morning we had the water down to two feet. With the help of volunteers from the Fishing Club and Lake Carroll Staff we had people in the spillway using nets to catch the fish and others on the ground putting the fish into the tanks to go back in the lake.

As for the fish, we recovered and returned to our lake were as follows 40 Large Mouth Bass

6 Small Mouth Bass

10 Walleye

9 Catfish

257 Bluegill

1 Northern

29 Perch

2 Muskie We also caught 1,160 pounds of carp that is donated to a company who can use it.

Thank you to the Fishing Club and to Pearl City for the use of their pump. We had a beautiful day and another successful job recouping our lost fish that find their way over the spillway.

SNOW REMOVAL Large or small Ice melt salt available.

Call 815-821-4910 or 815-864-3395

Where Do Presidents Shop...... at Trailside of Course!

By Char Spathies Trailside Enterprises Inc. Mini Abe stopped by October 26th to check out all our great Hunting and Fishing merchandise. Carroll County is a great area for all kinds of outdoor sports! Rumor is Mini Abe was also sighted at Silver Moon Winery & Hickory Hideaway.

Can you guess where else he has been? (Hint: He has a wicked slice.)

Dine-In Daily Specials SUNDAY 9am-10am Breakfast Buffet Adults $7.99 Kids 5-12 $4.99 10am-1:00pm Sunday Brunch Adults $9.99 Kids 5-12 $4.99 Kids (4 & Under) Free SUNDAY SPECIALS 11AM-3PM Bring in your blue 40th stein and fill it with a Tap Domestic Beer for $1 40th Steins are available for purchase at the Clubhouse for $2 each.

Or get a “Bucket of Beer” (6 Domestic Bottles) for $15.

THURSDAY 5pm-8pm All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken with Vegetable and a Side $8.99 FRIDAY 11am-1pm Pizza Bar $6.99 5pm-9pm Two 5oz Cod Beer Battered or Baked Includes Soup & Salad Bar $10.99 Beer Battered or Baked Includes Soup & Salad Bar $10.99

10 Wings for $5.99 Try one of our delicious appetizers.

SATURDAY Slow Roasted Prime Rib

WINTER CLUBHOUSE HOURS Closed Monday - Wednesday

Watch for Lunch Specials Thursday-Saturday posted at the Clubhouse!

Lake Carroll News, November 2014

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Children’s Id Photos To Be Updated For 2015

December 7 and 14 9am-11am at the Clubhouse Kids get your photo taken with Santa!

With our current Membership ID cards having been issued in 2007, it is time to update children’s photos. A then five-year old is now 12 and a ten-year old is now 17…you get the picture. Most kids in our database no longer look anything like the photo on their ID card.

Admin Staff is working on updating primary LCA Member’s dependent children 18 years and younger. We need a clear head and shoulders picture with a plain background. No hats, sunglasses, or funny poses/facial expressions. Photos from other ID’s with holograms are not accepted. The preferred method to receive new photos is via email to photoid@golakecarroll. com. If you don’t have this option, the office staff is available to take your photo Monday through Saturday between the hours of 9 AM & 3PM. If you are a new member in 2014 and/or have updated your children’s ID photos within 2014, please contact the office so we can remove you from our list. If all goes as planned, ID cards of LCA Member’s dependent children 18 years and younger may be deactivated as of April 1, 2015 if new photos have not been received. If you have any questions, please contact the Front Desk – 815-493-2552 ext 0. Thank you for your assistance in keeping your photos up-to-date.

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RE/MAX TOWN LAKE & COUNTRY Each office independently owned and operated

21-78 LAKE CARROLL BLVD • LAKE CARROLL, IL Julie Wenzel

Patti Kloepping

815-541-1001

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Managing Broker

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815-493-SOLD

Broker Associate

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1 #

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SUMMER MAY BE OVER BUT SALES ARE STILL HOT! WATERFRONT

LAKEFRONT

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WATERVIEW - CONTEMPORARY

26-59 Blackwood Ct.

Full view of south bay, offered turn key, woodburing fireplace & dockside patio. Includes double decker pontoon!

1.9 acre lot with view of north bay. Cathedral ceilings, 2 fireplaces, car garage & greenway access to Lake waterfront

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Stunning chalet tucked in quiet cove with HUGE WATER VIEWS! 3 car garage.

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1.45 ACRE WOODED LOT

PERFECT LAKE RETREAT

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DEEDED BOAT SLIP

28-19 Southview Drive

27-19 Shadow Ridge Rd.

21-27 Forest Hill Drive

Stunning Log Home tucked in the woods on a greenway with lake access & a dock.

3 Bedrooms - 2.5 Baths - 2,468 Sq. Ft.

4 Bedrooms - 2 Baths - 2,276 Sq. Ft.

17-57 Lake View Circle

Custom cedar home, hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, stone faced fireplace, 4 seasons room, full finished LL with walkout, 2 car garage

$329,000

3 Bedrooms - 2.5 Baths - 2,532 Sq. Ft.

Finished LL with walk-out, 3 levels of living space, 2 car garage, cathedral ceiling & fireplace in the great room.

5 Bedrooms - 3 Baths - 3,544 Sq. Ft.

GOLF COURSE

BIG LAKE VIEW

DEEDED SLIP

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SO 1-36R Captains Drive

$299,900

4 Bedrooms - 3.5 Baths - 4,018 Sq. Ft.

2.52 Acre wooded lot with 3 car garage, deeded boat slip, hardwood floors & finished LL with walkout.

3 Bedrooms - 3 Baths - 2,740 Sq. Ft.

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4-126 Beachcomber

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3 Bedrooms - 2.5 Baths - 2,100 Sq. Ft.

Immaculate and just like new inside!

Finished walkout LL & 2 stall garage.

23-223 Brighton Ct.

4-160 Beachcomber

4 Bedrooms - 3 Baths - 2,269 Sq. Ft.

Outstanding “first” Lake Carroll Home.

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Excellent lake view, has 3 finished levels.

5 Bedrooms - 3 Baths - 2,294 Sq. Ft.

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$158,900

$168,900

Completely renovated and all new inside.

Fabulous views.

3 Bedrooms - 2 Baths - 1,434 Sq. Ft.

On 2 lots, in great condition.

Has Garage under and New Furnace!

3 Bedrooms - 1 Bath - 1,575 Sq. Ft.

$154,900

$109,900

LAKE CARROLL LOTS FOR SALE DEEDED BOAT SLIP

16-25R Elmhurst Ct....................................................................................................$1,800

31-71 Country Club Ct...............................................................................................$9,900

5-38 Chadbourne........................................................................................................$2,000

19-75 Timber Ridge................................................................................................$10,000

19-6 Timber Ridge ...............................NEW PRICE $14,500

16-58 Meadowview Ct ..............................................................................................$2,000

4-236 & 237 Grandview ....................................................................................... $15,000

25-7 Homewood Drive ..........NEW LISTING $17,900

12-189R Briarwood.....................................................................................................$2,900

24-46 Saddlewood ..................................................................................................$18,000

24-88 Saddlewood... PRICE REDUCED, EXTREMELY MOTIVATED! $19,900

31-39 Wakonda ............................................................................................................ $3,900

19-13 Timber Ridge Drive ..................................................................................$23,000

22-5 Lakewood......................................................................................................... $32,000

23-1 Lake Carroll Blvd..............................................................................................$4,700 3-383 Caribou Ct........................................................................................................ $7,000 24-109 Lake Carroll Blvd ......................................................................................$9,000 4-4&5 Grandview Dr.................. NEW LISTING $9,500 13-168R Spring Creek Drive................................................................................$9,800

21-57 Old Wharf .........................................................................................................$42,000

LAKEFRONT LOTS

17-109 & 110 Hidden Cove. ..................................................$49,900 4-40R Grandview................................................................... $124,900 4-103 Beachcomber ..............................................................$147,900

16-125 Stonehedge. ...... NEW PRICE $155,900 24-55 Saddlewood.................................................................$169,900

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