Lake Carroll News December 2019

Lake Carroll News A publication of the Lake Carroll Association and its Members The Lake Carroll News is online! www.golakecarroll.com December 2019

The January 2020 LCN will be published on 1/8/2019 due to the holidays.

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Safety First

WINTER PREPARDEDNESS

WHAT’S INSIDE

Annual Fishing Club Pig Roast Page 3B

New portable chair lift for the Aquatic Complex.

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BOARD MEETINGS Dec 27 (if needed), Jan 24, Feb 28, Mar 27, Apr 24, May 22, Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 28, Sep 25, Oct 23, Nov 20, Dec 6 Annual Mtg, Dec 18 (if needed)

HOLIDAY LCA FACILITY CLOSURES Christmas Day – All Closed New Year’s Day – All Closed

From the LCA Management, Staff, and Board of Directors, we wish you and your families a wonder holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

BOD ELECTION RESULTS November 21, 2019

Ballots counted at the Conference Center Thursday, 11/21/2019 for two Board Members 2020-2022: (In ballot order) 300 Dave Pacione 374 Betty Carrubba 346 Cliff Mortenson 309 John Grotto Join us in welcoming new board of director Betty Carrubba and returning director Cliff Mortenson. Officer Elections and Liaison appointments will be announced in an upcoming email blast, as well as in the January 2020 Lake Carroll News.

Vol. 47 No. 12

By Matt Ripplinger, Safety Committee Member

Please be sure and keep the following items in your car. You may even consider putting these in a box in the backseat or on the back floor, in case you slide into the snow, and cannot get out to get these out of the trunk.

Blankets are the most important thing to have. Other helpful items are hand warmers, first aid kit, extra clothes, boots, a heavy coat, a small shovel, a cell phone charger, flashlight, jumper cables, a bag of sand, and dried food. These items could save your life.

Another reminder...Lake Carroll Security does not tow stranded cars. If you are in a ditch or otherwise stuck on the roads on or near Lake Carroll property, our Security force will give you transportation home or to a warm place. Towing of your car is your responsibility.

The Lake Carroll Rules & Regulations state: 54.02 (D) (10) “Use of the frozen lake surface is not prohibited; however, the Association does not, nor will it, encourage or sanction such use. Use of the frozen lake surface is at the operator’s own risk.”

With that being said…

If you choose to venture out on the ice, it is recommended that you don’t depend on the “rumor mill” for its safety status; you should test the area of ice you plan to utilize yourself. Our lake has active springs running under the ice year-around and what looks safe on the surface may be slush just inches below. So, whether you decided to take your ATV or snowmobile for a lake cruise or plan to sit a while ice fishing, keep your safety your highest priority. A couple other things to keep in mind: - If you go out on the ice, make sure someone knows you’re going out. It’s recommended to use the buddy system.

- If the ice is at all questionable, don’t take a chance. You could sit on the edge of the docks at either marina. Just watch out for ice on the docks while you’re scouting out a place to sit.

Keeping your home safe from the elements is another challenge in the winter, especially for those Members who do not visit their LC home for several months. Create a winter checklist specifically for your home to ensure you don’t forget to prepare your “empty nest” properly: 1. Appliances & Utilities: Unplug appliances not in use. If you

empty your frig, be sure to leave the doors cracked to prevent trapped moisture from developing mold and odors.

2. Mail/Newspapers/Packages – Check with the Post Office as to the best way to forward or hold your mail depending on you’re your plans. Also be sure to notify the LC Office (815-493-2552) of your temporary address so you don’t miss any important mailings.

3. Water: This is one of the most common issues at Lake Carroll.

If you will be gone for any length of time, you should turn your water off at the main. You never know when a connection fitting for your ice maker, on your washing machine, or under your sink is going to give-way. Turning off the water isn’t enough; you should drain your lines so there’s no trapped water pressure is present in the event you have a freeze. Lake Carroll Security offers a “Residential Check Program”. If you’re going away for the winter, you should consider this program – see a separate article in this newspaper or contact Security at 815-493-2552.

4. Don’t make your house an easy target by posting your extended travel plans on social media.

5. Be sure your electronic/digital thermostat has a fresh battery. When the battery goes dead...so does your furnace! It has been said that you’re only asking for problems if you keep your thermostat lower than 50 degrees, and never turn your furnace completely off.

These are just a few ideas to help keep your home safe while gone…and all year long. For more details and suggestions for your Winter Checklist, search for “Snowbirds: Here are 9 steps to protect your winter nest” by Patricia Harman.

The Illinois snowmobile trails opened December 1. Double check that your snowmobiles have current Lake Carroll decals on them, and only ride on the designated snowmobile trails. Never ride on the golf course or through someone’s yard. You may ride along the side of the road to get to the nearest trail entrance from your residence. Watch out for traffic and mailboxes.

If you plan on riding outside of our trail system, you need to belong to a snowmobile alliance. You can find information on the Pearl City Sno-Pearls elsewhere in this newspaper.

Let’s all be safe out there and enjoy the beautiful winter months.

The Giving Tree The Giving Tree has been sponsored by the Lake Carroll Fishing Club for many years. This program is run by the Eastland Council of Churches who distribute these gifts to needy families in the area. Each child is assigned two tags to be put on the tree. Each tag will have a description, boy or girl, and their ages along with their requests -- One gift of clothing and another for a toy or game.

We also participate in a similar program for residents of the Allure nursing home in Mt. Carroll (formerly known as Good Samaritan). A number of these tags will be put on our tree. Each tag will have a resident’s request for a gift.

Our tree will be located in the Clubhouse and the tags will be placed on the tree the week of Thanksgiving. Thank you for your support last year, and we look forward to your generosity again this year.

When taking your tag(s) please make sure to sign the list on the clipboard, next to the tag number. Please return your gifts on time. If you have any questions, please contact a member of the Fishing Club Board.

LC Fishing Club Deadline to return the gifts to the Tree is Monday, December 12th.

See page 10A for details.

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Lake Carroll News, December 2019

General Manager’s MESSAGE

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Happy Holidays I would like to wish the Lake Carroll community Happy Holidays and the very best for 2020. This has been a very interesting year for me where change seems to be the new normal. Looking back a year ago on my first day at Lake Carroll; I was Dick Schwalbenberg warmly greeted by many new faces, both General Manager members and staff. During my first meeting the budget was voted down and the Board of Directors had several new members and new officers. Quite a substantial change! However, with change there is always growth and an opportunity to take a fresh look on how we operate.

There have been many changes this year, and quite honestly not all of them the right ones. The most important thing is to learn from the changes that didn’t turn out the way we expected and the ones that exceeded our expectations. One of the most important things about change is realizing when no change is the best course of action.

Many of the changes have been in how we operate our business and yes, this really is a business and needs to be looked at that way. Updating systems and procedures, reevaluating programs and policies, developing budgets and capital programs, better reporting and tracking of revenues and expenses, and developing staff to be better prepared to provide you the best service possible. A lot to keep track of and to keep on track to achieve the results we need.

Our staff is the key component of our operation. We have a great group of people working for us and while some faces are new, the goal is to have one team delivering great service to our members and guests.

While I look at 2019 as a year of many changes, I look forward to 2020 as a year of seeing those changes improve the operation of the Association and build on all the successes of the past. Lake Carroll is a very unique place and one of my goals for 2020 is to get the word out and build the value of Lake Carroll ownership. A pretty lofty goal, but one I am sure we can achieve by working together.

President’s Message Dear Fellow Lake Carroll Members, Ready or not 2019 is rapidly coming to a close. The early winter weather we have been experiencing reinforces that feeling. Our proposed 2020 budget has been sent out to our members for ratification and we are optimistically awaiting the results which will be announced at the Annual Meeting on December 1.

The upcoming November Board Meeting will be the last meeting of the current Board as the terms of two of our Tom Bogusevic members are expiring. I would like to thank all of the Board Board President members for the time and effort they put in during the past year. It was certainly more than I ever expected. During this time, we have gotten to know each other pretty well, and even though we didn’t always agree, we were

always able to work in a respectful and professional manner. I believe we always did what was best for Lake Carroll.

As I stated in last month’s article, this Board has sought to run our Association like a business. I also articulated some of the initiatives we began this year; however, there is still much more work to be done. The new Board will come together for the first time at our Annual Meeting on December 1. I am confident that this new Board will continue to run our Association like a business. It is important that there is continuity, and ideally the transition between Boards will be seamless. My hope is that we continue with the initiatives the previous Board began and that we minimize the disruption to our Association’s management team.

On behalf of your Board of Directors I would like to wish you and your families the Happiest of Holidays.

Front Desk News Winter is here! Holidays are just around the corner. Just a few notes on the end of the year activities around the office.

2020 ASSOCIATION BILLING & INFORMATION SHEETS The office staff is preparing for the mailing of the 2020 Annual Dues packet. This information will be sent during the month of December. We ask you to examine all the information carefully.

Print any changes legibly to help us update your records accurately.

Changes may also be made on your online account at www. golakecarroll.com. In order to access your account, if you have not Sara Derrer already done so, you need to call the Association Office to have your Office Manager email address put on file.

As in previous years, your 2020 information sheet must be returned with your annual Dues payment by Check, Credit Card (3.25% surcharge applies), or ACH before new decals will be issued.

ACH payment options will be new in 2020. ACH forms need to be returned by December 31, 2019. Full information will be in Dues packet. The only payment plans available in 2020 are Annual or Monthly. Monthly will only be available by ACH. The photo ID Amenity cards are intended to be used for multiple years. Do not discard them; there is a $20 replacement fee.

Vehicle decals will not be issued until the year, make/model, license plate, and a copy of Current State Registration for each vehicle is received. We ask to have updated proof of current insurance policies-$500,000 liability for watercraft, off-road trail vehicles, snowmobiles, & golf carts. Lake Carroll Association must be named as an “Additional Insured” on snowmobile & ATV policies. Copies of current State registrations must be on file for all boats & snowmobiles. Campers and ATVs being registered at Lake Carroll are required to show proof of ownership: Title, Insurance, and/or State License Plate registration. If you have registration & insurance questions, please call the Front Desk at 815-493-2552.

Marina Slip Assignments and other seasonal billings will be sent after the beginning of 2020.

WINTER ADDRESS CHANGES If you wish to have your mailings delivered to your snowbird address, or if you’ve moved recently, please call the Front Office at 815-493-2552 with your address changes. You can also change/update in your online account on the website.

A&E REMINDERS Per the 2019 A&E Building Rules and Regulations: 72.36 Fences (B) Temporary fences for protection of new tree and shrubs or winter “cover” fences are at the discretion of the A&E Committee.

(1) Color must be galvanized steel, black or green. (No orange or iridescent colors) Please don’t forget you can contact us or stop into the Association Office Monday-Friday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. The Front Desk is also open on Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and can be reached at 815/493-2552. Visit www.golakecarroll.com and see all the information available.

Lake Carroll News, December 2019

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.

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Table of Contents

Administration

Candidate Election Results............................... 1A Front Desk News............................................... 3A GM Message..................................................... 2A Office Hours................................................... - 3A Staff Directory.................................................. 3A Board of Directors BOD Meeting Schedule.................................... 1A

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

110 111 112 113 114 115 117 118 119 120

OFFICE DIRECTORY

Carly Kruse, Front Desk Donna Beyer, Communications Dir. Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager Lisa Vanderheyden, HR Mgr / Finance Sara Derrer, Office Manager Jessica Boettner, Marketing Director Michelle Burton, Owner Liaison Security (815) 493-2599 or 275-6122 Joyce Stadel, Finance Assistant Front Desk

DIRECT PHONE NUMBERS

Don Aleksy, Facilities Director . . . .

Donna Aleksy, Recreation Dir . . . . .

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

Doug Rominski, Building Insp . . .

Joe Rush, Lake Manager . . . . . . . .

Deb Stagno, Technology Dir . . . . .

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

Carroll Co. Sheriff . . . . . 815-244-2635 Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Lake Carroll Security . . . 815-493-2552 or 815-275-6122 Association Business Hours Monday – Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm Saturday 8 am to 1 pm

BOD Member List............................................ 6A Minutes 10/25/19.............................................. 5A President’s Message.......................................... 2A Treasurer “Resolutions”.................................... 5A Calendars - Events/Committees/Club.................. 7A Classifieds.......................................................... 14B Clubhouse Bingo with a Twist.......................................... 12A Hours................................................................. 8A Trivia Night....................................................... 9A Vendor Fair...................................................... 11A Clubhouse Events Breakfast with Mr & Mrs Claus........................ 5A Festival of Trees................................................ 8A New Year’s Eve............................................... 10A Communication GM Synopsis to BOD....................................... 2A Real Estate Pulse............................................... 5A Standing Committees........................................ 6A Golf Red Tag Sale................................................... 13A Lake & Natural Resources E Fork Watershed Dinner.................................. 1B Fish Tales........................................................ 12B Giving Tree....................................................... 1A Lake & Natural Resources................................ 2B Tackle Box........................................................ 3B Photo Club Photo of the Month – Dave Pacione 1-13....... 13A

LAKE CARROLL NEWS USPS 008387 The Lake Carroll News is published monthly

by Sauk Valley Media (SVM), 113 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, IL 61021. It is mailed to all Lake Carroll Association members in good standing and paid for by a portion of the annual dues.

Non-members may purchase the Lake Carroll News for $12/year. Direct subscription inquiries to editor@golakecarroll.com or 815-493-2552 ext 111. Periodicals postage paid at Lanark, IL 61046 and additional offices.

Advertising and Classified deadline is the 15th of each month. Contact Mike Ford at mford@saukvalley.com, 815-632-2559, or mail to Sauk Valley Media, Attn: Lake Carroll News, 113 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, IL 61021. 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.

Prairie Club........................................................ 15A Prairie Club App............................................. 15A Recipe Corner– Trailside................................... 10B Recreation Event Photos..................................................... 4B Extended Holiday Hours – Pool & Tube Hill... 5B Handicap Pool Access....................................... 6B Help Wanted.................................................... 14B RecConnect....................................................... 5B Tube Hill Hours................................................ 5B Recreation Classes Exercise (Varies)............................................... 9B TOPS................................................................. 9B Yoga.................................................................. 9B Recreation Events Always something to do…................................ 5B Holiday Family Fun Day.................................. 8B Late Night Tubing........................................... 14B Not So Newlywed Game.................................. 3A Winterfest.......................................................... 3A Safety & Security/EMS Safety First........................................................ 1A Security Fines.................................................... 4A Security Notes................................................... 4A Security Low Temperature Program................. 4A Women’s Club.................................................... 14A Women’s Club App......................................... 14A

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

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

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

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

5. Letters are limited to 400 words or less.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Lake Carroll Security/EMS Corner Available 24/7 at 815-493-2599 or 815-275-6122 Security Stats for October 2019 House Checks - 2831 Amenity Checks - 977 Service Calls - 311 Complaints - 11 Deliveries - 93

Assist Motorists - 3 Alarms - 3 Ambulance Calls - 3 Activated Low Temperature Lights - 5

Luke Fossett Security Supervisor HAPPY HOLIDAYS I would like to take a moment to wish you and your family a safe and joyous holiday season.

WINTER PREPAREDNESS Its wintertime please take the time to look over the Illinois Emergency Management Winter Preparedness Guide. Just search for “Winter Storm Preparedness Guide - Illinois.gov” Please use caution when skiing, tubing or snowboarding. Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Be patient with other riders who may not be at your skill level, but most of all enjoy the tube hill.

CONTACTING SECURITY The security phone number (815) 493-2599 is a landline. It is received by a phone at the office that is set up to forward those calls to a cell phone that is carried by Security 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When there are issues with the landline phones, you can call the Security cell phone directly. That number is (815) 275-6122. We recommend this direct number be saved in your phone, both landline and cell, for contacting Security.

When you call the Lake Carroll the Association office, you may push 4 to be forwarded to Security. Please be aware that when Security receives this call, because it is a landline it will not display the number you are calling from as our cell phone would. There have been a few instances where this has hindered the officer being able to update the subject that called security.

WINTER AT LAKE CARROLL 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. When a significant snowstorm hits Lake Carroll and you do not need to travel, please stay home to give our maintenance department time to clear the roads properly before venturing out. Give our snowplows plenty of room while they are clearing snow. Often their vision is impaired due to the snow. Let’s have a safe winter driving season.

Several years ago a tragedy occurred in Sabula Iowa on Sabula Lake that is located about 20 miles west of Lake Carroll. Two ice fishermen fell through the ice; only one was rescued.

If you are an ice fisherman, please use extreme caution when heading out on the ice. Use of our frozen lake is at the users own risk. See this month’s Safety First article for more safety recommendations.

RESIDENTIAL HEAT LIGHT PROGRAM With winter’s cold upon us you may want to consider utilizing the low temperature light program the Security Department offers. Several homes experienced major water damage at Lake Carroll over the last several years during the harsh winter months. Our program is simple. The homeowner places a light in a window visible from the street with a colored bulb.

The light is plugged into a low temperature switch (winter watchman). When the temperature in the residence falls below a preset temperature the light is activated and will be viewed

by Security. Security will then contact you or other contacts you have provided. (See more information about this program elsewhere in this publication or contact me if you have any questions) I have seen the devastation water can do to homes here at the lake because of a broken water pipe…something to consider.

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

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

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

DID YOU KNOW: Snowmobiles have a speed limit in Lake Carroll of 30 miles per hour. Snowmobiles are prohibited from crossing private lots and can only use Lake Carroll roadways to access the trail system. This information in located in the Lake Carroll Governing Documents: Title V. Rules and Regulations, Chapter 53.03 (B)(4) & (E)(2).

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

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

LAST Bares Due Lemm Posey

November 2019 - FINE ASSESSMENTS FIRST SEC LOT VIOLATION Kelly 23 208 Illegal Fireworks Julie 16 171 Unrestrained Animal James 4 176 Unrestrained Animal Rick 12 141 No LCA Decal Displayed

FINE $100.00 $100.00 $25.00 $25.00

Security Residential Checks & Low Temperature Light Checks Submitted by Luke Fossett, LC Security The Lake Carroll Security Department offers a Home Inspection that requests our officers to routinely take a visible check of your home while you are away.

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

The Lake Carroll Security Department also has a Low Temperature Light Check. The same things are looked for during this check as are during the Home Check. We also look for a low temperature light that is placed in a specific window in the home. These low temperature switches can be purchased at most home improvements stores. Locally, they may be purchased at Menards. The Security Department recommends the use of a colored bulb. These lights work by being plugged into an outlet and the lamp is placed into a window.

When the temperature in the home falls below a certain preset temperature the light will turn on. This will let the officer know that the home has a furnace problem or is out of LP. The officer will then contact the homeowner. The Lake Carroll Security Department recommends the use of these lights in all homes that are left unattended during the winter months.

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

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

Photo by Donna Beyer

New Year’s Resolutions

Steve Mack Board Treasurer

December, 2019 As 2019 winds down, our Board and our General Manager are examining where we were and what was accomplished over the past 12 months. We still have much to do.

Knowing where we have been will help us to refine and structure what we hope to accomplish in 2020. Similar to New Year’s Resolutions, our Board will be striving to further improve our community and working towards a long-term strategic plan in 2020 to guide our future.

Some highlights of what was accomplished in 2019 were pointed out last month by our 2019 President, Tom Bogusevic, as well as a few more below:

Financial Efficiencies: - New Payroll system (replaced 6 separate systems).

- Our new website design will be offering a portal to pay dues on a monthly or annual ACH basis.

- We have focused on an investment program to gain interest until our funds are needed for our operations and fixed asset replacements.

Technology has been improved with updated programming and hardware. o In-office efficiencies including something as simple as adding dual monitors and updating to current, more secure software. o Amenity efficiencies working to improve statistical data gathering of our usage utilizing our membership cards.

- Our financial reporting system has been rebuilt from a real estate system to a member focused system. o Dues receivables are being addressed with a credit policy including a new reporting system. Those with on-time payments should see a positive note to their credit. Those who are late should see a negative report. o 2019 was a year of identifying and purging member accounts that would never be recovered. Bankruptcies and deceased members are just two of the types of accounts that were continuing to be billed. Most of these have been addressed and resolved.

- In addition to the above, additional budgeting techniques were used in 2019 to forecast our community’s needs going out 5-10 years and, in our plan, looking out more than 40 years.

This plan will continue to be refined in 2020.

- The goal of this plan is to better level dues in the future with an objective of avoiding special assessments. A key goal is to build adequate reserves to cover the infrastructure that already exists in our community. While we feel we have done significant research to account for future needs, please keep in mind emergencies may develop that cause our plans to have to adjust.

Ongoing Community Improvements include: - We are continuing to explore how we can help our lot owners better protect their investment while attempting to stimulate improved values with lower supply and additional marketing. o Improved lot values should help to support all Lake Carroll property values.

- Lodge renovation program. Significant exterior improvements have been made in the last quarter of 2019.

- Golf Course and Clubhouse. We are keenly aware of member opinion. Yet, Lake Carroll members share the same goals. A successful golf course and clubhouse are important to all.

Look for new methods to attract members and visitors to our clubhouse in 2020. We all hope to experience a convenient, enjoyable setting while trimming the dues support needed for a successful operation. o Our golf course will be considering methods to add revenue to its amenity in 2020 through marketing and advertising.

- A comprehensive view of our roads is underway with a goal of consideration of alternative replacement methods.

To Sum up.

Simply, our Board and General Manager continue to review all amenities and operations for further financial efficiencies.

A Seasonal Note: Skiing in 2019-2020. While our Tube Tow is expected to be operating in the first quarter of 2020 on the east slope of our recreation center (depending on conditions), plans are proceeding to consider a move to the north slope in late 2020 and 2021.

An engineering study has indicated we must still address the gentle slope on the north side to give a better start to our tubes and the need to guide tubes to a staging area at the bottom of our slope, avoiding our pond used to hold water for snowmaking.

If successful, this plan will allow tubers in late 2020 and 2021 to use our lodge for its facilities, snacks and refreshments as well as to generate interest in those coming to watch but maybe not participate.

Chestnut Mountain.

We have been in contact with ownership of Chestnut Mountain near Galena about offering our members significant discounts on lift tickets and related items for the 2020 season. For our members who may be interested in this option, please call or email our owner liaison to help us identify your interest in this optional program.

Happy Holidays!

We wish all in our wonderful, Premier Lake Community a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah or however you choose to celebrate. We look forward to a successful Lake Carroll in 2020 and beyond.

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Minutes of the Lake Carroll Association Board of Directors – October 25, 2019 –

I. Call to Order at 6:30 PM II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call to Establish a Quorum Tom Bogusevic, President Dave Pacione, Vice President Ryan FitzSimmons, Secretary Steve Mack, Treasurer Cliff Mortenson, Director Steve Daugherty, Director Alan Cazzato – Director Others Present: Dick Schwalbenberg, General Manager IV. Consent Calendar a. BOD Minutes 8-23-2019 b. BOD Special Meeting 9-12-2019 c. Audit Committee Meeting Minutes d. ComEd Cable Replacement Approval e. Committee Nominations i. Clubhouse, David Schmelze ii. Clubhouse, James Printz f. Committee Resignation i. Infrastructure, Sam Haldiman Motion to Accept the Consent Calendar as presented by D Pacione, second by C Mortenson. All in favor. Motion 2019-9-84 V. President’s Comments We have many items on the agenda but mostly want to review the budget.

VI. Audience Comments 23-234 – Thompson commented on boat slips and greenway docks 17-145 - Boepple Commented on Reserve funding and amount of funding deficit in 2026. Plan to avoid this by adjusting long term funding with fees and dues. Why not commit to long range funding VII. Treasurer’s Report Steve Mack reviewed the balance sheet and treasurers report. Interest rates are lower and we are not projecting the earnings for next year. Earning from FARF stay in the FARF account.

Motion to Accept the investments made by the Treasurer since the last meeting by A Cazzato with second by T Bogusevic all in favor by voice vote. Motion 2019-9-85 Review of real estate at Lake Carroll. D Schwalbenberg reviewed the budget preparation and final figures after committee and staff updates. The budget is an increase of $91 DPE over 2019. These include the fee changes and can be discussed at the public budget hearings in October. S Mack reviewed some of the challenges of the Association and feels that there should be a $200 increase in DPE to cover prior year loss and cover cash flow issues. Reviewed financial projections for 2020. The Lot return program has ended.

VIII. Director’s Comments R. FitzSimmons commented on the budget and noted that this does not address the financial needs of the Association.

S Daugherty commented that the fees and dues need to be adjusted to correct the continuing problems D Pacione commented that we don’t need special assessments in the future but need to fix the issues now.

C Mortenson commented that we are a dues-based community and things will balance out that way.

A Cazzato comments that we need to make up prior years losses and that should be added to the dues payment along with the additional ask for fixed assets. We should add two lines items for additional items.

S Mack commented that reviewing these changes make the increase in DPE about $249.

R FitzSimmons commented that we have maximized the fee schedule and we need to develop equity for the members. If fees come down than the dues will need to go up. We should use the updated fee schedule intact.

S Mack reviewed the numbers for the increases discussed and the increase in DPE would be $269. This would include the additional $108 DPE needed to fund the Fix Asset Reserve Fund.

S Daugherty asked would passing the budget last year with a $320 increase have corrected this problem. Mostly except for the addition ask for the Fixed Asset Reserve Account.

A Cazzato commented that a major issue is that our membership is going down and our expectations are not so the cost per owner continues to go up.

C Mortenson commented on how we are going to get the word out to the membership about the importance of this budget.

T Bogusevic commented that we need to capitalize the business and market the budget to the membership.

S Mack commented that with monthly ACH payments it would be approx. $175/ month.

Board recommendation that the updated budget to go to the membership for review at the Budget Hearings in the amount of $269 increase in DPE. All members of the board agreed on the budget.

IX. General Manager’s Report CONTINUED ON PAGE 6A

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Lake Carroll Association

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We finished August above budget for the Association. There were several departments that did not perform up to budget. Lisa’s review follows the financial statement.

See 9/25/2019 Operating Income Statement on page 9A. ADMINISTRATION Legal Fees for Collecting Bad Accounts is over budget, and, I don’t think the rest of this year will help this issue. Misc. supplies for Admin is really high YTD – need to do some research on this.

The HRA reimbursements are very low for the year. I am wondering if there are outstanding claims that employees have not forwarded to Averill Anderson.

MAINTENANCE Travel and Gasoline are high – is this possibly because we mowed more of our own lots instead of contracting them out.

Road Maintenance has been over budget since the beginning of the year.

POOL Health Insurance is negative for the month because when we switched Vision, Dental and Life providers in July, there was a month lay over and we received a refund for this double premium. I just spread the credit evenly over all the departments.

Chemicals – Doug is thinking that he is going to be under for the year – he attributes this to the new machinery and the new pool liner.

CAMPGROUND Electricity is really high, even compared to last year. I will need to research why the seasonal camping fees are under budget, and definitely talk to some folks about the daily/weekly rentals being so far down from Budget and from last year.

SKI HILL Equipment Repairs – we have blown past our annual budget of $10,000 by almost $7,000 so far. There was a large expenditure of $7,647 to equipment repairs in August. This has to do with Herrell Electric for replacement of 4 phase wire necessary to get the pumps working as there was an underground fault.

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Gas sales were brisk in August, but, remain under budget for the 2019 season. There was no expenditure for Waterfront Weed Treatment in August – we are checking to see if we are missing an invoice.

Dock rental – this includes seasonal as well as daily / weekly fees are under budget and are less than last year also. Just need to do some investigating on this.

CLUBHOUSE Sales are woefully behind budget. COGS numbers are questionable because I am not sure when the last time, we received a correct inventory with all the turnover we have had at the Clubhouse this season.

Clothing / Uniforms, kitchen / bar supplies and equipment repairs continue to trend above the annual budget. Video Gaming incomes seem to be down, too GOLF COURSE / PRO SHOP Turf / Landscaping is over budget YTD. This is a timing issue and Tim will come in around his annual budget for 2019.

Income for the Golf Course is way under budget. I think the 2020 budget this could be different.

Operations at the Clubhouse are improving, and staff continues to be challenged by the highs and lows of business. Kitchen staff is stable, and we continue to do training with all staff.

There are many new employees who bring fresh faces and a better attitude.

Weather still is affecting both Golf and Marina sales in August and September. Marina sales will be under budget for the year and we are hoping to make up some of the decreased sales in Golf in September and October.

We continue to verify the conversion of our membership system and making updates including recording the replats. Previously replats were not changed in our membership system. This and other changes require us to redo most of our reporting.

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Photos by Donna Aleksy, Kathy Drake, Jennifer Gaughan, and Karrie Muscolino.

The Clubhouse Committee sponsored their second Trivia Night on November 9th at the Clubhouse. The theme of the event was “Honoring Our Veterans” in conjunction with Veterans Day. Nine teams of 8 members each participated with Maureen Blondell serving as the Trivia Quiz Master for the evening. The players were entertained by Mo’s unique brand of humor as she challenged them with trivia questions on a variety of topics.

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The Clubhouse held a Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 23rd with 25 vendors offering shoppers a variety of unique items and gifts. Visitors found some great deals and just the perfect item to help them with their Christmas wish lists. Thank you to all who attended and to the vendors for their talents and participation.

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As the 3rd generation of the Wilhelms family, Saar looks forward to continuing the longstanding family tradition of community banking. Robin is succeeding her father the late Omar Wilhelms, and grandfather CT Wilhelms.

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TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Photo by Dave Pacione

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The December 2019, Photo of the Month was submitted by Dave Pacione.

December 2019 will be the final edition of the Photo Club’s “Photo of the Month.” The Club will be disbanding December 31, 2019. Thank you for everyone’s participation. We have certainly enjoyed all the participation in this program and wonderful photos of Lake Carroll.

You can still submit photos to the Communications Director, Donna Beyer – editor@ golakecarroll.com or the Marketing Director, Jessica Boettner – jboettner@golakecarroll. com for Association use on our website, Facebook page, newspaper, as well as well as other opportunities to share with and promote our community.

A final wish from the Photography Club…Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family!

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It was a very cold winter afternoon with a hot bowl of Turkey Corn Chowder and a roll, prepared by Donna Lessman, was enjoyed by the members. While we ate, Betty Carrubba demonstrated table setting ideas for the holidays.

Some of her suggestions were to use a mix of table linens, plate chargers and different dishes. She uses different heights of items to create the centerpiece.

Candles are a must and she also suggested involving the children with an activity to use on the table. Betty reminded us to take the time to set the table to be enjoyed, even if it is just a small group.

Donna Lessman prepared our meal but still had time to research and pass out three different recipes to use with our leftover turkey over the holidays.

With the annual election drawing near, Lake Carroll Association Board President Tom Bogusevic spoke to the group. Tom discussed the work and research in forming this year’s budget. Tom answered all the questions that our members had.

President Gael Will called the meeting to order. The Secretary and Treasurer’s reports were read and approved. A brief business meeting was held, with reports from the Community Service reps; there was no New Business to discuss.

Following the meeting, a buffet table filled with cakes, cookies, fruit and hot apple cider was enjoyed by the members. Thank you to the hostesses of the day, Donna Aleksy, Pat Wienecke, Barb Cirignani and Cathy Porzel.

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You may ask what the Prairie Club does all winter?

The answer would be plenty! If you have some time and want a bit of exercise; please join us. Fall and winter is the ideal time to manage those invading species such as buckthorn, bush honeysuckle, multi-flora rose, cedars, autumn olives, black locusts. These woody invasives remain green longer and are the last to go dormant. “.... bush honeysuckle can take over the understory of a forest area, preventing tree seedlings from establishing, reducing safe and suitable nesting locations for songbirds, and the berries provide a lower nutrition level for these birds.” (Jay Solomon, U. of I. Extension Energy and Environmental Stewardship Educator).

Since they are still green, but their sap has stopped running; we can cut or lop at the base of the bush or tree and spray that cut area with a brush killer. (The cold requires a diesel mix not water). The piles of limbs can then be burned. That is the work we will be doing soon at the Remnant Prairie. In place of the November club meeting we will have a workday demonstrating the eradication methods on the Lake Carroll Blvd. Prairie (LCB).

Due to the wet/humid weather; the Edgewater Planting second burn and prairie seeding may have to wait until next spring. Club members collected seeds from both the remnant and the LCB prairies for this project. Jim calculated seed weights to sow into the eight separate pie-shaped quadrants for Edgewater Circle.

Some club members attended the Watershed Committee Farm-to-Table Dinner with speaker Margaret Krome from Madison. She discussed the collaboration of Wisconsin farmers living in the driftless area with Louisiana fishermen. Remember our silt, nutrients, and soils discharge into the Mississippi River then down into the Gulf of Mexico which now has over 8,000 square miles of hypoxic zone (no oxygen so no life either). Joe Rush, our Lake Manager constructed a working erosion simulator display. At this dinner he modeled how steep, swiftly flowing water can change the landscape.

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Lake Carroll News, December 2019 Page 15A The first picture is of a winding stream with high riprap shoreline, trees not unlike what are in our landscapes. After Joe let the water flow you can witness in the second picture, a very different scene with eroded shores, washed out rocks, and shoreline with a straightened stream.

Hence, the East Fork Watershed Committee consisting of surrounding farmers and Lake Carroll residents continue to meet. All are welcome. In that plan, the Prairie Club will encourage residents to create their own native plant gardens or use them as buffer zones on their properties, with their deep and co-mingling roots, tolerant of floods and droughts which can absorb and clean the run-off waters. Rain gardens can be simple and hold quite a bit of rain temporarily as it slowly drains.

The Prairie Club hopes to sponsor a spring prairie plant sale for lake residents to help you get started on these. Everyone can make a difference with these small efforts.

Other exciting news includes a two-page article written by Pam Richards on the Lake Carroll Prairies was featured in The Prairie Promoter, a monthly publication distributed by The Prairie Enthusiasts. This group hales from Minnesota through Wisconsin and down to this northwest corner of Illinois and all members received the news. Hope that helps with marketing LC! Last, but not least - The Prairie Partners Team were the first-place winners at the November Trivia Night. It was great fun. Thank you to Kim and Carol Margosein, Barb Anderson, Dennis Ganz, Eileen Gehrke, and David Beyer, Jim and Pam Richards.

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By Susan O’Connor

Marketing & Program Coordinator Programming in Carroll, Lee & Whiteside Counties Carroll County 4-H Achievement Night Carroll County 4-H members and leaders were recognized at the annual Achievement Night, held Sunday, November 10 at the Carroll County Farm Bureau. Achievement Night is held to recognize 4-H member’s accomplishments and to encourage youth to excel in the development of their leadership skills. Federation and Senior Ambassador 4-H members Briana Wilkinson and Adam Rath served as the speakers and assisted with handing out the awards to the winners.

Club award winners included: Top Secretary’s Book – Lakin Getz, Carroll County Kids.

Top Treasurer’s Book – Allison Burrs, Milledgeville Hotshots.

Clover Crazy Scrapbook – Chadwick Achievers.

Community Service Accomplishments - Chadwick Achievers.

4-H Window Display Contest Winners - Best use of Selected 4-H Theme – Thomson Sandburrs; Best 4-H Message – Milledgeville Hotshots; Most Original – Clever Clovers.

Leadership, project mastery and community service are some of the areas youth are encouraged to explore and develop their skills in throughout the 4-H year. These accomplishments are represented in the completion of the 4-H member’s Excel and Experience record applications. 4-H members that received top recognition in each of the 5 areas included: Project Mastery – Payton Erbsen, Clever Clovers Personal Growth – Adam Rath, Savanna Smiles Communications – Linnea Thorngren, Milledgeville Hotshots Community Service – Adam Rath, Savanna Smiles Leadership – Adam Rath, Savanna Smiles Our tenure member completing their final year of 4-H participation was Katie Hoffman, Independent Member.

Volunteers recognized for their service included: “Friend of 4-H” Award – Dawn Rath 4-H Hall of Fame Award – Jim Ruter One Year – Shay Bradbury, Casey Flikkema, Brandi Kerkove, and Shelly Morgan Five Years – Mary Lauver, Tony Schmidt, and Jenny Sharon Ten Years – Becky Erbsen and Jodi York Fifteen Years – Codee Miller Twenty-Five Years – Julie Skiles.

State Foundation awards $49,000 in 4-H scholarships The Illinois 4-H Foundation provided $29,000 in college scholarships and awarded another $20,000 in national conference travel scholarships to 4-H members honored at a ceremony held Oct. 5 in Champaign. The annual celebration recognized over 100 of the top participants in the state’s most successful youth development program. Carroll, Lee and Whiteside counties had three 4-H members receive awards this year at the state ceremony.

The foundation awards scholarships to teens who concentrate efforts in animal science projects. These winners included local 4-H member Payton Erbsen, Carroll County.

Twenty-four young adults were also recognized as winners in one of five divisions of the State 4-H Award. Each winner may choose either a $1,000 scholarship or a trip to National 4-H Congress in Atlanta. Local winners were Abigail Stichter of Whiteside County in communications division, Payton Erbsen of Carroll County and Amie Case of Lee County in project mastery.

“Our awardees embody the true spirit of 4-H, having made a difference not only in their communities, but also Illinois and the nation,” said Lisa Diaz, University of Illinois Extension assistant dean and director of Illinois 4-H. “We are proud of the dedication, service, and fortitude of the young men and women who have developed through our 4-H programs.”

Payton Erbsen, Carroll County - In 10 years, Payton has expanded his Holstein dairy herd from one calf to 29 cows and 13 heifers. His championships are many, including grand and reserve grand champion at the Illinois Junior Holstein Show. He competed on the state’s National 4-H Dairy Judging and Dairy Quiz Bowl teams. Payton plans to study dairy science and agronomy at Kaskaskia College to improve the agriculture industry.

“The years of being raised around cattle have paid off in many ways. Because of 4-H and the many opportunities in the ring and being in front of community organizations representing 4-H, I have gained life skills to better serve the agriculture industry and future 4-H members.”

Amie Case, Lee County - Amie is a talented quilter and uses that craft learned in 4-H to create memorable keepsakes for her family and community. For example, she used her grandfather’s shirts as material for pillows and quilts for family keepsakes. She teaches others to sew. As a county Ambassador, she spreads the 4-H word to others. Amie plans to study nursing at Saint Ambrose University, with goals to be a traveling nurse and get a nurse practitioner license.

“4-H is a family that comes together to teach one another different skills. It allows for kids to become adults who now know how to cook and sew on their own.”

Abigail Stichter, Whiteside County - Abigail says her greatest joy is using her hands for larger service. Those hands have served food to the homeless, made gifts for veterans, gathered supplies for pet shelters, crafted kits for children’s hospitals, prepared birthday and Christmas party kits for food pantry families, and collected donations for the library. She delivers wreaths to longtime 4-H supporters at Christmas. She said service will always be her best 4-H highlight.

Abigail aspires to become a trauma physician at a rural hospital after medical school.

“4-H means lasting friendships. 4-H stands for long-standing family values. I appreciate that entire families can get involved together, and adults provide mentoring, guidance, and knowledge in an accepting and positive, yet challenging, environment.

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Lake Carroll News, December 2019

Joe Rush Lake Carroll Lake Manager

Lake Carroll hosted its first Watershed Appreciation Dinner on November 6th at the Clubhouse. The event was a celebration of the final, accepted 9-points watershed plan that Lake Carroll has worked on for the past two years, as well as a celebration moving forward with the relationships we’ve built the past two years.

To celebrate, we hosted a dinner for not only residents, but for all stakeholders that work, play, or live in our watershed. With 43 attendees, the evening started with an hour mingling over appetizers, including locally sourced Charcuterie Board consisting of meats and cheeses and a Louisiana Shrimp Creole. During hors d’oeuvres guests mingled and witnessed a model for stream erosion as well as a display by the Highland College Dept of Ag. Our guests heard a short talk about our watershed plan and the relationships we’ve been able to build with our neighbors before a dinner of roasted beet soup with Crème Fraiche, succulent and tender roast pork tenderloin with a perfectly made (not too sweet, not too tart) cranberry chutney, and a side of roasted fall vegetables placed in a roaster ring of squash. Once dinner was about complete and the apple brown betty with vanilla ice cream was being served, our speaker of the night, Margaret Krome of the Michael Fields Institute, provide an enlightening presentation on how the work we are doing here can have positive impacts all the way to the Gulf of Mexico.

We look forward to making this an annual event for Lake Carroll, as well as continuing to move forward to implement watershed projects that will have a positive impact on water quality not only at Lake Carroll, but downstream as well.

If you are interested in the watershed plan, visit our Lake Carroll website where you can download and read past and current meeting information. If you just want a quick review of the plan, there is an executive summary available as well.

Thank you to all who supported this event in attendance and behind the scene. A special thanks to the Eastland High School FFA Chapter for graciously volunteering their time to serve all those in attendance. The meal and presentation were spectacular! All efforts are greatly appreciated.

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Fall seemed to leave quickly this year, and with it has come a bit of ice earlier than expected! The changing seasons will most certainly bring with it colder temperatures and the ‘hard water’ (ice) on the lake probably earlier than normal. Weather you cross-country ski, enjoy the tube-tow, or ice fish; you need to be aware of hypothermia.

I’m sure the ice fisherman will be wanting on the ice as soon as possible this season. While we can never guarantee the safety of ice, and you can always assume a risk going on ‘hard water’, there are some things you can do to keep your self safer while going out. We’ve outlined a list of Joe Rush them below, but PLEASE learn about ice fishing safety, and cold weather Lake Manager / water survival before you head out to the water…

Even if you don’t spend time on the ice, just the cold weather of winter can be dangerous. Here’s some info everyone can use about hypothermia - How you recognize it and what you can do should you or someone you know are experiencing hypothermia.

WHAT IS HYPOTHERMIA? The definition of hypothermia is where the body is losing heat faster than it can produce it and the body’s core temperature drops below 95 degrees. Falling into cold water can increase your chances of hypothermia. There are several signs / symptoms someone is experiencing hypothermia.

By familiarizing yourself with these, you will be better equipped to protect yourself, or recognize the condition in a friend or family member. Some signs and symptoms include: • Shivering.

• Slurred speech.

• Abnormally slow breathing. • Cold, pale skin.

• Loss of coordination.

• Fatigue.

• Confusion or memory loss.

• Bright red, cold skin (infants).

TO CARE FOR SOMEONE WITH HYPOTHERMIA: Hypothermia doesn’t set on instantly, and the signs and symptoms usually develop slowly. People with hypothermia typically experience gradual loss of mental acuity and physical ability, so they may be unaware that they need emergency medical treatment. * Call 911 or emergency medical assistance. While waiting for help to arrive, monitor the person’s breathing. If breathing stops or seems dangerously slow or shallow, begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately. * Move the person out of the cold. If going indoors isn’t possible, protect the person from the wind, cover the head, and insulate the individual from the cold ground. * Carefully remove wet clothing. Replace wet things with a warm, dry covering. * Don’t apply direct heat. Don’t use hot water, a heating pad or a heating lamp to warm the person. Instead, apply warm compresses to the center of the body — head, neck, chest and groin.

Don’t attempt to warm the arms and legs. Heat applied to the arms and legs forces cold blood back toward the heart, lungs and brain, causing the core body temperature to drop. This can be fatal. * Give the person warm beverages. Don’t give the person alcohol. * Handle people with hypothermia gently. Don’t massage or rub the person because their skin may be frostbitten, and rubbing frostbitten tissue can cause severe damage. * Body to body rewarming. In remote areas where assistance is delayed, practice “body to body” rewarming. Surround the victim with body heat in a sleeping bag, tent or other sheltered spot.

We hope this helps you to be safer while enjoying the winter activities Lake Carroll has to offer.

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October 24th was a Fishing Club workday. The focus for that day was to prepare the hatchery for the third annual pig roast (sometimes referred to as a hog roast) and repair the catch basin for what would hopefully be the harvest of many young walleye from Fawn Pond. The day was busy with many tasks to be addressed. Volunteers cleaned, setup tables & chairs, repaired the fencing around the catch basin, arranged the bonfire area and made the hatchery presentable for dining.

After several hours of TLC, the day’s work was complete. All that remained was to bring the prepared hog, donated by Dean Lower, to the hatchery to start the roasting process early Saturday morning.

At 8:30am Saturday morning, the hog was on the rotisserie, the temperature was nearing the ideal range and the cooks (Neil “Doc” Hightower and Gary Gariff) were ready to begin cooking. Now move forward to 6:00pm, the hatchery is filled with 76 hungry guests who brought scrumptious side dishes and desserts. Everyone was ready to enjoy an evening of good food and conversation. Only one decision remained, what flavor of pork was their favorite. Would it be the Carolina style made from a mixture of vinegar and mustard, or the Kansas variety with barbeque sauce, or the unflavored version? It didn’t matter, all three were delicious. Following the main course, which also included Clubhouse chicken, it was time to serveup the desserts and sing a chorus of Happy Birthday. Celebrating birthdays that evening were Eileen Gehrke and Silvie Allen, daughter of Jeremy and Jackie. As the singing concluded, it was time for the bonfire. But Mother Nature sometimes throws a curve into the festivities. The evening turned rainy and uncooperative. The bonfire had to be cancelled. This inclement weather didn’t discourage the guests, many stayed inside to enjoy the hot apple cider, spirits and conversation about next year’s planned construction of the handicap fishing pier. And upon listening to the conversations, it was evident many members and guests were excited about the future. This excitement was displayed through the many generous donations received. By the end of the evening, a total of $455 was donated. The Fishing Club extends a “THANK YOU” to everyone for their generosity and for attending the pig roast.

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October 28th, two days after the pig roast, and with the Catch Basin repairs complete, the valve to drain Fawn Pond was opened. As the pond level fell and water rushed through the drain, volunteers were busy dipping nets to check for walleye. This continued until November 1st when Fawn Pond was finally emptied.

During those four days of netting, lots of game fish were recovered and released.

Unfortunately, only one of those game fish was a walleye. That walleye was nearly 10 inches long. Since it was larger than a standard fingerling, it is not known if that walleye was part of the Fry stocked in the pond in early Spring. With the valve now closed, and disappointment abundant, the club spent time trying to understand why this year’s count was zero. Could that zero count be the result of heavy rains?

Rains that forced the club to remove the screen located in front of the drain that runs below Lake Carroll Blvd. That screen would allow water to flow from the pond into the creek while at the same time containing the young walleye in Fawn Pond. Another possibility might be the Fry containment nets. These nets were used in 2018 but not used this year. The nets purpose is to allow Fry to grow in a semisafe area. One other possible cause is predators. Since many game fish were netted, predators always present a survival problem for young Fry. When 2020 arrives and the Spring walleye harvest begins, the Club will review all previous year’s data to understand why 2,075 walleyes were recovered in 2018 and none were netted this year. Until that time, everything will be reviewed to provide the best opportunity for success. The club is hopeful that next year Fawn Pond will again produce good numbers of walleye.

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The holiday season is full of wonderful things: homemade cookies, toys, lights and whatever reason you are personally celebrating the holiday. As always, we would like to extend our gratitude to all of you. It is our utmost hope that however you choose to celebrate, you have a truly magical holiday filled with love, joy and family.

We have shared moments that make this community excellent. Thanks for letting Lake Carroll share in your stories and memories. Memories that will last a lifetime!

Happy Holidays,

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A Big Word with an Even Bigger Impact The influence a parent can have on a child is immense. Jeannette Esposito is proof of that. Jeannette was an advocate for others with disabilities for 40 years. During this time, she instilled in her son an understanding for how essential working with others less fortunate and even more importantly, how significant it was for her.

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John Esposito is a Lake Carroll resident who was visiting the outdoor pool in July and remembering the lesson his mother had taught him, and his 15 years in aquatic therapy saw a need for a portable chair lift and the opportunity to help others at Lake Carroll.

A partnership began between John and the Recreation Director resulting in the purchase and installation of a new portable chair lift. It is currently anchored to work in the indoor pool area and when the outdoor pool season opens, the chair will be moved and anchored to work in the outdoor pool area.

To help defray some of the costs that John so generously offered to our community a Halloween Party Fundraiser was held raising $1,800 toward the chair lift. We thank all of you who have contributed to this great cause and as donations continue to appear, we will make sure those dollars are given to John.

At the writing of this article, John has asked me to share with you that he would like to use the money given back to him to fund yet another need he sees at Lake Carroll, a new treadmill for the fitness center. If you are interested in learning more about how you can be a part of the next John Esposito project, please contact Donna Aleksy at donnarec@golakecarroll.com.

The definition of philanthropy is the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.

The definition of gratitude is the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

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Pearl City Sno-Pearls

By Tom Wienecke LCA Member & Sno-Pearls Treasurer

Highland Gallery hosts Visual Arts Faculty Exhibit The Highland Gallery is currently featuring work by HCC Visual Arts faculty members through Dec. 7 at the Ferguson Fine Arts Center at Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. The annual exhibit displays artwork by faculty available for contemplation, stimulation, and discussion.

“The exhibit illuminates images and concerns created by HCC Visual Arts faculty,” explains Highland Gallery Director Robert Apolloni. “This exhibit presents our art instructors as professional exhibiting artists, as opposed to their more familiar role as visual art instructors.”

The exhibit features the work of: • Robert Apolloni: Mixed media drawings • Sam Tucibat: Digital Photographic Composite The exhibit is free and open to the public Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about the gallery or Highland’s Visual Arts program, contact Robert Apolloni at 815-599-3479 or bob.apolloni@ highland.edu.

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Lake Carroll Members can ride the LC trail system as long as they are registered with the LCA office. However, if you would like to ride outside of Lake Carroll on the State trail system, you must belong to a snowmobile alliance. In our area that is the Pearl City Sno-Pearls. As a member of the SnoPearls you’ll receive a monthly magazine (the Illinois Snowmobiler) as well as have access to the trails that traverse the local farmland.

Sno-Pearls membership dues helps pay for all trail signs, club insurance that is required for us to be on private land that is marked by the Sno-Pearls, fuel for grooming, bridge repair etc.

Without the permission of those landowners, there would be no State trail system.

This is an exceptional year, as farmers are just in the process of working their fields. Some fields may not get done, so some rerouting may take place.

Please don’t ride on past memory of trails. If there is no trail marking, then that portion of a previous trail is closed. Landowners give us permission for certain areas of their land so, please only ride where trail markings are placed.

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Fish Tales

By Mike Bykowski, Secretary STRUCTURE – The club will be building 16 artificial structures this winter to provide habitat for fish. The structures will be built in sections and assembled at the marina before being located in Lake Carroll. Watch for email blasts and details.

November 13th and it’s snowing again. This is the third snowfall this month. But rain, snow, sleet or the occasional nice day didn’t keep the 84 members from attending the Fishing Club’s General Meeting and Potluck. And to everyone’s credit for braving the wintry conditions, the 84 in attendance is the highest number of members and guests that attended a general meeting this year. After an always enjoyable meal, everyone stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Following the Pledge, Mitch Feucht called the meeting to order @ 6:53pm. The first order of business was introductions of new members. Mark Gassman was recognized. Mark has been a Lake Carroll resident for one year and recently joined the club. Also joining the club this evening was Joe Oliver.

Joe is the brother of Jeff. Jeff and Tia Oliver joined the club last month. Mitch then commented that club membership is 196. 196 is the highest in many years. Thank You everyone for your membership and support.

Next order of business was the Treasurer’s Report. Income for October was $1,290.00. Receipts for the month consisted of Dues, the Raffle, and a $1,000.00 donation for the Handicap pier. Expenses of $352.36 were incurred for Potluck Food, Raffle Gift Cards and the Telephone. At the conclusion of the report Mitch mentioned that donations of $455.00 were received for the handicap pier. These donations were received from members attending the pig roast. Another $200.00 was also pledged and is forthcoming. Following these comments, Bob Kachlic announced that the Yacht Club will be making a $500.00 donation for the pier. The Club extends a grateful Thank You to everyone for their generosity and support of this project. Currently the Club has received $9,185.00 in contributions and has $700.00 more in pledges towards an estimated cost of $13,000.00. The Treasurer’s Report was approved by a motion from Bob Froelich and a second from Mike Siciliano.

The meeting continued with updates on club activities;

GIVING TREE – Tom Stangl and Roman Cirignani are coordinating this annual event. The tree will be setup with gift tags in the Clubhouse by Friday, October 15th.

All gifts must be returned by December 9th. Information will be available by the tree.

ELECTIONS – Four FC board members are retiring; Four candidates have applied for the open positions. The new board members who will serve two-year terms are, Ken Sandy, Jeremy Allen, John Brooks and Doc Hightower. Jim Richards, John Chiappetta and Mike Bykowski have one year remaining on their terms.

SPILLWAY FISH RESCUE – A team of Fishing Club members, with permission from the LCGM were allowed to fish in the spillway basin for three days. This was permitted because excess rains cancelled the traditional fish rescue of game fish with Seine nets. The team efforts produced a total of 237 game fish. All caught fish were placed in an aerated tank and released into Lake Carroll.

CLUBHOUSE ACTIVITIES – Donna Aleksy reviewed several clubhouse events.

• The LC Christmas Party is December 7th. Tickets are $40/person. Three entrees will be served.

• The Woman’s Club is providing wall decorations for the Christmas Party. Decorating setup is planned for December 5th.

• A Vendor party is scheduled for November 23rd from 2-5pm. 25 vendors will attend.

• A festival of trees is planned for the Clubhouse LL. Setup is November 30th, judging is December 15th. All clubs are encouraged to participate and decorate a tree.

SPILLWAY NETTING OPPORTUNITY – Don Aleksy spoke about an inspection of the dam spillway and basin on Tuesday November 19th. The inspection will require the water level in the basin be lowered to a depth of one or two feet. Don thought that the inspection operation might present a good opportunity for the Fishing Club to rescue any trapped game fish. The Fishing Club will review the feasibility and requirements needed to capture trapped fish and then return them to the main lake.

FAWN POND WALLEYE RESULTS – the valve to drain Fawn Pond was opened on October 28th and closed on November 1st. During those five days of draining, CHRISTMAS LIGHT SHOW TO CLINTON – Mike Siciliano mentioned that the lots of game fish were netted and released. Unfortunately, only one was a walleye. annual caravan to the Christmas light show in Clinton Iowa and dinner at Rastrelli’s That walleye was about 10 inches long. It is not known if that fish was from the Fry Restaurant will be planned for an evening in December. Watch for details. stocked in early Spring or was a hold-over from last year. Because Fry are placed into Fawn Pond and Lake Carroll, it is hoped that some of the Fry that were placed The final activity before adjourning the meeting was the gift card raffle. This month’s directly into Lake Carroll survived and will mature. lucky winners were, Eileen Robinson - $50 Casey’s Gift Card, John Brooks - $25 Lanark Food Center Gift Card, and Tom Meyer- $25 LC Clubhouse Gift Card. ConPIG ROAST – 76 members and guests attended the third annual pig roast on October gratulations to all the winners. Following the raffle, the meeting adjourned @ 7:21pm 26th. Doc Hightower and Gary Gariff cooked the hog to perfection. The evening was with a motion from Bruce McDonald and a second from Len Muscolino. There is no enjoyed by everyone.

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When you are utilizing the trail system, please be courteous to the hunters. The harassment of any hunter is a violation of State law and will be enforced at Lake Carroll. Hunters vehicles will display a hunting pass on their dash that will allow them to park along our roadways for hunting purposes. Thank you for your cooperation with this program that is essential to controlling the Lake Carroll deer population.

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