The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 16, No.13
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October 19, 2018
President’s Letter by Clifton D. Wilks
On Aug. 31, we informed our members of a personnel and legal matter involving financial irregularities that were brought to light during our audit process. As a result of this incident we have engaged the services of the Forensus Group, a forensic investigation firm based in Richmond. Managing and Senior Directors Chris Haney and Kevin Mikolashek began their work on Oct. 5, and it will continue until completion. They have been onsite several times and we are cooperating fully with the investigation. We will get a report of all fraudulent activity that may be discovered along with identification of deficient financial controls. Chris Haney, CPA, CFE, is the Founder and a Managing Director of the Forensus Group specializing in financial investigations, forensic accounting, and healthcare disputes. He has been admitted as an expert witness in federal court and he regularly provides advice to clients regarding financial damages and statistical analysis. Previously, Chris was a member of the FBI’s Forensic Accounting Unit specializing in complex white collar and healthcare violations. Chris has led extensive financial investigations with experience spanning criminal, civil and internal corporate matters. Kevin Mikolashek JD, MBA, served for over ten years with the U. S. Department of Justice, where he led investigations into allegations of fraud. A substantial part of Kevin’s practice involved leading teams that included federal law enforcement officers and other subject matter experts. Kevin served for eight years as an Army officer, where he was a prosecutor and legal advisor to combat commanders. For more information about Chris and the Forensus Group, go to their website www.forensus.com. This firm was selected after review and consideration of five potential firms to perform the investigation. I particularly thank a Finance Committee member, himself a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, in providing advice on offers provided by the two final potential firms. When the opportunity arises, we will provide more detailed information about the results of their investigation; for now, the investigation is ongoing. This thirdparty firm is engaged by the Board of Directors and should members contact them, Forensus will redirect such inquiries to the Board. On a positive note, Director Pete Brown and I hosted a Coffee and Conversation with 14 or so members on Sept. 29. There were general questions about the Flat Run forebay, how to seek answers to questions about what to do on one’s property, and what the rates might be for the new fitness center. Members questioned the referendum for ECC and whether such charges, if eventually levied, would be appealable to the LCC and then to the Board. Members were inquisitive, cordial and thanked the board for its service. One member, toward the end, asked what they could do as a member to help make the community better. This is an excellent and positive question, and the short answer is that members should continue to maintain their properties and to get involved in clubs and committees.
President's Letter 1 Agenda 2 General Manager's Column 2 Association News 2-10 CARC Update 3 Board Minutes 3 Calendar 9-10 Viewpoints 16 Orange County 21 Classifieds 22-23
Saturday, October 20 Schutzenfest 9 AM-5 PM, Woods Center LOW F&R Chili Cook-Off 4 Pm-7 PM Cubhouse Point Thursday, October 25 Meet the Management 9 AM, Holcomb Building Saturday, October 27 Prescription Drug Take-Back Day 10 AM-2 PM, Clubhouse Parking Lot
Halloween in LOW Wednesday, October 31st
Trick or Treat Trick or treat will be from 5pm to 8pm in LOWA If you will not be home or wish not to participate, please turn off your outside lights so your house will be passed by
Treats on the Point Treats on the point will be held from 6pm to 7pm Those who wish to hand out candy may call the Community Center at (540) 972-9680 to register or for more info Setup will begin at 5:45pm and trick Rr-treaters ZLOO EH DGPLWWHG beginning at 6pm
Sunday, October 28 Halloween Costume Party 5-7 PM, Clubhouse Tuesday, October 30 LOWA Special Board Meeting 6 PM, Community Center Saturday, November 3 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 10 AM, Community Center
LOWA Website Links Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Info LOWA.ORG/CAPITALPROJECTS dwellingLive LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE Lake Currents online: LOWA.ORG/LAKECURRENTS
Association News Lake Currents October 19, 2018
Management by Paddling Around (Turtle Island) Eighth in an Occasional Series by Phillip L. Rodenberg, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® LOWA General Manager
It’s Columbus Day Monday. I set out on my standup paddleboard to paddle from Edgemont Beach to Turtle Island and back. It is a one mile round trip. The water in the Main Lake is cool, but not cold, on this partly cloudy early October day. I see members along the cove enjoying the quiet morning. As I reach the mouth of Edgemont Cove, I pass to the right of the small, tree-covered McCullough’s Island. I paddle toward Ramsey Beach and make a lazy circle into Turtle Cove. The beauty of paddling in this area of the Main Lake is that it is well within the No Wake Zone buoys. Smooth going today with only a slight breeze. A flock of geese fly by. I say hello to a SUP paddler. We talk about getting the boards dinged up, which means we are getting good use out of them. Farther into the cove, I notice the vast array of boats, docks, and lake accessories. I always like seeing how members enjoy their life on the lake. I pass a sign, “Welcome to Turtle Cove”. There’s a miniature lighthouse, sea captain and cannon. Very fun loving! Turtle Island is a tree-covered, natural rock outcropping in the cove. The island is a little longer and a little narrower than a regulation football field. It is home to various types of wildlife. You can paddle around it. Dipping my paddle, I notice the cove is getting shallower. It is about 3 feet around the island. Eventually it is 2.5 then 2 feet as I reach the back of the cove. Siltation from upstream is a real and ongoing problem here. At the back of Turtle Cove is the entry point of Flat Run into the Main Lake. Flat Run flows through Flat Run Farm, passes under Route 601 (Flat Run Road) through culvert pipes, then through a spillway next to Back Gate Road, and under a road culvert at Lakeview Parkway. I float right up next to the road culvert. I’m at the top of the Main Lake. My SUP fin is hitting some of the large rocks in this shallow area. I surprise a triploid carp that churns up the water as it scoots away. This shallow area is the very spot where LOWA intends to build the Flat Run Forebay Project. Flat Run is a major contributor of sediment to the Main Lake. The forebay will help trap sediment so that LOWA can remove it with our aquatic dredger. The conceptual design calls for an area to be excavated that includes a portion of the parking lot next to Lakeview Parkway. In the excavated area, the design calls for a gabion wall (large rocks inside welded mesh a few inches under the water) to help trap sediment. Our environmental design consultant has stated this in-lake forebay will catch at least 303.2 tons of sediment per year for removal. This amount meets sediment reduction goal for Flat Run Forebay set in the Photo by Phil Rodenberg 2012 Williamsburg Environmental Paddling toward Lakeview Parkway Group Lakes Management Plan. On and the Flat Run Overpass. Oct. 6, the Board of Directors voted to
Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.
Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Cliff Wilks Vice Pres.: Jennifer Zukowski Treasurer: Bob Hoh Secretary: Walt Diercks Directors: Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Pete Brown
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Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
Agenda (Tentative) Special Board of Directors Meeting for the Purpose of Discussing the Annual Update of the Reserve Study Prepared by Miller Dodson Associates October 30, 2018, Community Center 6:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER 1. OPEN SESSION 1.1 Pledge of Allegiance 1.2 Approval of Agenda 1.3 Discussion of the Annual Update of the Reserve Study Prepared by Miller Dodson Associates 2. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 3. ADJOURNMENT *The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items as necessary. Members of record may record any portion of this meeting so long as (1) you first notify the President for an announcement before you begin and (2) you do not interfere with other members or the official recording. (See Administrative Regulation 2016-4.)
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting November 3, 2018, Community Center 8:30 a.m. CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 10:00 a.m. 2. OPEN SESSION 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation 2.3 Approval of Agenda 2.4 Approval of Minutes: October 17, 2018 3. REPORTS 3.1 Report from Orange County Supervisor – Lee Frame 3.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff - Mark Amos 3.3 Report from Security Chief – Scott Walker 3.4 Report from LOW Fire & Rescue President – Joe Clontz 3.5 Report from Orange County Schools – Jim Hopkins 3.6 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports i. Route 3 Fencing Ad Hoc Study Group C. Committee Changes 3.7 Report of General Manager A. September Financials B. Lakes Management Report C. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update 3.8 Committee Reports A. Golf Committee – Earl Porter, Committee Chair
See General Manager on p. 6
See November 3 Agenda on p. 11
General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org) Assistant General Manager: Chester Guzek (cguzek@LOWA.org) Director of Facilities: Jessie Graves (jgraves@LOWA.org) Acting Director of Finance: Larry Cole (lcole@LOWA.org)
Editorial Staff President of the Board General Manager Communications Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Communications Assistant: Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Copy Editor Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) Graphics/Layout: Chris Porter (cporter@LOWA.org) LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278
Lake Currents The official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (USPS 872-400) is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-972-2278 for details about classified and display advertisements which must be prepaid (unless other arrangements are made). The inclusion of advertising, logos or web site links in this publication does not constitute an endorsement by LOWA, Inc. of the products or services so advertised. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508
Project Financial Status Project Cost Estimate (Budget): $5,086,193 Current Funding: $458,422 – Cash allocated by Board $818,000 – Year 1 ($191/lot) billed in Regular Assessment Up to $5 Million Mutual of Omaha Bank loan in place June 20. Project Progress Design: 100 percent complete Bidding: Complete. Board awarded construction contract to Wack General Contractor (Thos. J. Wack Company) May 16. Contract executed June 8. Permitting: Complete Construction: Schedule June 2018-June 2019 Completed Continue grading operations. (New) Biringer Concrete to mobilize to prepare to pour footers. (New) Processing Second Wack payment. Total to date: $406,095.68 (New) Upcoming Complete Site grading and stake out for new pool by Olympia Pools Continue site grading and preparation for building pad. Begin excavating pool. (New)
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Regular Board of Directors Meeting October 6, 2018, Unapproved Minutes 9 AM, Community Center Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
Present Clifton Wilks, President Jennifer Zukowski, Vice President Bob Hoh, Treasurer Walter Diercks, Secretary Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Phillip Brown
Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 10:00 a.m.)
Call to Order
2. OPEN SESSION Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:06 a.m., and affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose discussing and considering contracts; and considering matters involving violations of the Declaration and Regulations for which a member, his family members, tenants, guests or other invitees are responsible. 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Secretary Diercks confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of the Minutes of September 19, 2018. Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the September 19, 2018 Regular Board of Directors meeting. 3. REPORTS 3.1 Report from Orange County Board of Supervisors Supervisor Lee Frame reported that next Tuesday’s Supervisors’ meeting will have four public hearings. Topics include land grading, animals running at-large, a trespass ordinance and the short-term rental registry. On November 14 the Supervisors will have their meeting with the LOWA Board here at the Clubhouse. Legislative priorities for the coming year include looking at possible state funding support of substance abuse programs for Orange County. 3.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff’s Office: No report. 3.3 Report from Allied Universal Security: No report. 3.4 Report LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc.: No report. 3.5 Report from Orange County Schools School Board Representative Jim Hopkins reported that Mike Jones was appointed to the School Board to replace Ms. Carter. The Board met in Gordonsville last Monday and declared October Bullying Prevention Month. Our new Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Cecil Snead, will be the speaker at the Civic Club meeting next Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at the Clubhouse. 3.6 Reports of Officers President Wilks reported that he and Director Pete Brown hosted 14 members at the Coffee and Conversation event this past week. There was an interesting discussion on using SCOPE officers to issue summonses for school bus violations. He told members LOWA administration is taking steps toward securing a forensic audit. The Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary had no report. A. Executive Session Actions: None. B. Committee Liaison Reports Director P. Brown reported that the Board of Examiners is looking at changes to the boating test text and data storage for the names of those who have passed the test. The Safety & Security Committee has asked to be included at any meetings discussing changes to the Guest Entry system. On October 27 they will participate in the County drug take-back program. Director Hoh reported that the Golf Committee is working on the budget. Revenues were down considerably this year due to 61” of rain since January. He reported the Finance Committee is discussing budget goals for next year. Topics have included the processing of credit cards, insuring appropriate tips
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Communication: April 30 Information Session was a success with 109 members participating.
1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 9:00 a.m. for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts; and considering matters involving violations of the Declaration and Regulations for which a member, his family members, tenants, guests or other invitees are responsible. Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 9:54 a.m.
Association News
Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update As of October 10, 2018
See October 6 Minutes on p. 20 Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-972-2237 M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Dinner: W, TH, SU, 5-9 PM; F, SA, 5-10 PM Lunch: S, SU, 11 AM-4 PM Brunch: SU, 10 AM-1 PM Menus: LOWA.org/Clubhouse Community Center: 540-972-9680 ECC Office (Woods Center): 540-972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
Amenities
Equestrian Center: 540-972-2238 Lessons, pony rides, trail rides M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM Sat/Sun: by appointment, call by Friday 3 PM Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 Mon-Wed; Fri-Sat: 7:30 AM-9 PM Thurs: 7:30 AM-10 PM Sun: 7:30 AM-7 PM
Fitness Center: 540-972-9680 Daily 5 AM-10 PM Located in the Lower Level Clubhouse
Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 8 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 8:30 AM daily Maintenance Office (Community Center): 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
Security/Front Gate: 540-972-2210 or 540-972-2020 LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM to 11 PM
Pickleball: Tena Marangi 540-972-8964 Outdoor Courts available 7 AM-11 PM
Trash: LOW Compactor Site 672-9600 M, TU, TH, F, 7:30 AM-7 PM Sat 8 AM-5 PM; Sun 9 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays and holidays
9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily 7 AM-7 PM. Closed Wednesdays
County Waste: 540-727-0887 Curbside trash recycling/collection: Wednesdays
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The Board of Directors proposes to amend the LOWA Regulations, Section IV.F.2, regarding Individual Behavior, Smoking, E-Cigarettes and Vaping. Members are asked to review the proposed changes and are welcome to forward written comments on the proposed amendment to the board by Nov. 2. Comments may be emailed to: board@LOWA.org. What is proposed? Why? The proposed amendment prohibits the use of e-cigarettes and vaping at LOWA Buildings and Amenities. The proposal adds Clubhouse Deck, pavilions and gazebos. The current regulation does not expressly prohibit it. Who proposed it? This amendment was initiated by the GM and the HR Coordinator as a result of updating the LOWA Employee Manual. Both the Rules Committee and the LOWA attorney recommend these changes to the four pertinent sections of LOWA Regulations. Further changes resulted from Board discussion.
Current Regulation IV. INDIVIDUAL BEHAVIOR Sections A-E and G-H remain the same.
IV. INDIVIDUAL BEHAVIOR
F. SMOKING (8/1999) Smoking is prohibited in LOWA buildings, vehicles and other confined spaces. The General Manager may designate areas where smoking is permitted. VIII. USE OF THE CLUBHOUSE A.
GENERAL
(5/1978)
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1. No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the Clubhouse except in strict compliance with Regulations established by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the Commonwealth of Virginia. 2. No outside commercial catering will be permitted in the Clubhouse OR on its grounds without the express approval of the Board of Directors. 3. The various facilities of the Clubhouse will be open at such hours as are determined by Management and the membership will be informed of those hours through the various LOWA means of communication. 4. Smoking is not permitted in the Clubhouse. Smoking may be permitted in designated areas outside. (2/2009) Sections B – F remain the same. XII. USE OF THE SWIMMING POOLS Sections A – D remain the same. E.
RULES OF CONDUCT
1. Water Safety Rules pertaining to the pool and pool areas, including but not limited to the following, will be posted and enforced at all times: No pushing, running, dunking, wrestling or other actions that could result in injury; No fireworks, sparklers or explosive devices; No weapons of any type; No spitting, lewd behavior, abusive or foul language; No chewing gum or glass containers; No alcohol, except for events with written approval of the General Manager; No illicit or illegal drugs; No smoking; No throwing objects or playing on the pool deck; No prolonged underwater swimming for time or distance.
See Current Regulation on p. 18
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Proposed Regulation
F.
SMOKING
(8/1999)
1. Smoking, including the use of electronic smoking devices is prohibited in LOWA buildings, LOWA vehicles and enclosed spaces, pavilions and gazebos on LOWA -owned property; provided however, the General Manager may designate areas where smoking, including the use of electronic smoking devices, is permitted. The General Manager may designate areas where smoking is permitted. 2. For the purpose of this Regulation “Electronic Smoking Device” means any electronic device that can be used to deliver an inhaled dose of nicotine or other substance, such as an e-cigarette, e-cigar, e-pipe, e-hookah, or vape pen, or under any other product name. VIII. USE OF THE CLUBHOUSE A.
GENERAL
(5/1978)
1. No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the Clubhouse except in strict compliance with Regulations established by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the Commonwealth of Virginia. 2. No outside commercial catering will be permitted in the Clubhouse OR on its grounds without the express approval of the Board of Directors. 3. The various facilities of the Clubhouse will be open at such hours as are determined by Management and the membership will be informed of those hours through the various LOWA means of communication. 4. Smoking, including the use of electronic smoking devices, (see IV.F.2.) is not permitted in the Clubhouse or on the Clubhouse Deck. Smoking, including the use of electronic smoking devices may be permitted in designated areas outside. (2/2009) 5. For the purpose of this regulation, Management shall be interpreted to mean the General Manager or the General Manager’s designee. Designees include Assistant General Manager, Clubhouse Manager, Clubhouse Management Consultant, Dining Room Manager or other employees as necessary. (2/2009) XII. USE OF THE SWIMMING POOLS (5/2/2015) E.
RULES OF CONDUCT
1. Water Safety Rules pertaining to the pool and pool areas, including but not limited to the following, will be posted and enforced at all times:
See Proposed Regulation on p. 18
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by Tracie Hayes, Community Operations Manager The fourth annual Soggy Doggie Swim hosted by LOWA and the Pools Committee on Sept. 22 was once again enjoyed by all dogs big and small. The free event also collected $320 in donations, as well as 45 pounds of dog/cat food for the Orange County Animal Shelter. We would like to thank all who donated. The dogs were judged in seven categories by some of the finest Pool Committee members. Each dog went home with a Thank You for Participating certificate with their name on it. We would also like to thank Fresh Start Photo by Barbara Marsh Photography for coming out Maggie and Brodie enjoy a day at the pool. and capturing some great photographs of the event! Barbara Marsh’s photo shows just how much dogs “big and small” enjoyed the day.
Finance Committee Seeks Members by Olive Kelly, Chair, Finance Committee
by Matilda Barone, Covenant/Site Inspector
Lake of the Woods is appreciative of all the members who help to keep our neighborhood clean and free of trash and litter. All members are reminded that, according to Restrictive Covenant 8A(i), “every outdoor receptacle for ashes, trash , rubbish or garbage shall be installed underground, screened or so placed and kept as to not be visible from any street, lake, or golf course at any time except during refuse collections.” It is reasonable to expect that trash receptacles would be placed for pick up on the evening before, and removed from sight the evening of the collection. Members and tenants who do not abide by this restriction will receive a letter from the ECC and may be fined for the violation. Special thanks to members who are already mindful of this restriction and who take the time to put their trash bins away. Thank you for helping to keep LOW beautiful.
Quarterly and Semi-Annual Assessments Due Quarterly statements have been mailed. Payment is due Nov. 1 for Members who elected the Quarterly or Semi-Annual payment plan. Members who previously opted in to receive Quarterly statements via electronic transmission will not receive a paper statement this quarter. If you have a balance due and do not receive a statement either by email or regular mail, please contact Member Services at 540-972-2237, so we can verify we have your correct information on file.
Prescription Drug Take Back Day by Rick Rappoport, Safety & Security Committee
On Saturday, Oct. 27, the Sheriff’s Office will sponsor the first Prescription Drug Take Back Day at LOW. This nationwide program is a partnership between local law enforcement agencies and DEA to provide a safe and secure method for citizens to dispose of unused or expired medications. Secure disposal prevents these medications, particularly narcotic prescriptions, from being stolen, abused by other family members, or disposed of in ways that are toxic to our environment. Both the EPA and the FDA have advised that disposing of unused medications by flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash poses safety and health hazards. Since its inception in 2010, the Prescription Drug Take Back Program has collected and safely destroyed about 4.9 tons of medication nationally. The LOW take back location will be the information kiosk in the lower level of the Clubhouse parking lot. Between 10 AM and 2 PM, anyone can drive up to the kiosk and hand off their unused, expired or unneeded prescription medications. Citizens are not required to provide any identification, no paperwork is necessary, and no questions are asked – it takes only seconds! Sheriff Amos will provide a deputy to oversee the security and transportation of the medications collected. Mark your calendar now, sort through your prescription medications, and do your part to protect our community and our environment. For more information contact the Sheriff’s Office, 540-672-1200 or LOW Security, 540-972-2210.
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The purpose of the Finance Committee is to advise the LOWA Board on financial management and policy issues, and to provide to the Board financial analyses and projections to aid in managing the efficient and effective use of the Members’ annual assessment and other fees paid by the Members of the Association. If you have a background in Accounting, Finance, Budgeting or Business Management, please consider joining the Finance Committee. This is a great opportunity to give something back to your community. You may pick up a form at the Holcomb Building or download the form from LOWA.ORG, then complete and drop it off at Member Services. You can expect to receive a prompt response. The Committee meets the first Monday each month at the Community Center at 7 PM.
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General Manager from p. 2
by Bobby Jones, Environmental Resources Manager
authorize Stantec Consulting Services to proceed to detailed design of the project. Once Stantec reaches the 30 percent design stage, LOWA will host a member information session to get member feedback on the design and the project. This will likely be in January, after the holidays. I start back and glide close to the rocky outcrops where turtles are sunning themselves. They slip into the water as I get closer. As I glide along I see a member tending her garden. She hears me before she sees me. “I thought you were a fish,” she says. I see contractors at work on the private lots: trimming a tree, repairing a roof, and adding a fire pit. Back in Edgemont Cove, I paddle to the very back of the cove near where Edgemont Circle meets Lakeview Parkway. The aquatic dredger is stationed here. LOWA Dredge Operator Roy McNally will be back at work the next day. The dredger is scheduled for use in the Main Lake until October 2019, and then it will be moved to Keaton’s lake for a year of dredging there. The dredge pattern is two years in the Main Lake and one year in Keaton’s Lake, then repeat. Sediment from the dredger is scooped onto a barge, and then transferred to a dump truck to be hauled to LOWA’s holding pit in the 9.9 Maintenance Areas. All in all, it has been an easy, enjoyable voyage. I PROJECT AREA encourage members to SUP, canoe and paddle this same route. For more information about LOWA’s lakes and beaches, check out the Lakes and Marinas page on our website: www.LOWA.org/Lakes. For more information on the Flat Run Forebay, see the Capital Projects page: www.LOWA.org/ CapitalProjects.
In light of all the rain we have had this season and with the heightened awareness of water quality due to issues affecting Lake Anna, LOWA has received numerous questions about our water quality testing and our process for notifying members if there is a problem. We monitor the water quality consistently and the test results have shown that there is no cause for concern and not one swimming advisory has been issued this summer. Water quality is an important issue on our Lakes. LOWA monitors water quality at our beaches through monthly E. coli sampling during the swimming season from April through October. Swimming advisories are a method of public notification issued by LOWA to advise recreational water users of health risks that may be present in natural bodies of water. Swimming advisories are typically issued when water sample results exceed the State Water Quality Standard for bacteria in natural waters. LOWA issues swimming advisories based on Virginia’s Water Quality Standards, which are based on national epidemiological studies conducted by EPA. These studies demonstrate that people are more likely to experience illness when exposed to natural waters above the determined concentration of bacteria. LOWA uses 235 Colony Forming Units (cfu)/100 ml of water as the standard for E. coli in freshwater. LOWA tests water samples for E. coli bacteria using EPA-approved methods. These bacteria serve as indicator organisms for fecal pollution of natural freshwaters. They are not harmful themselves, but indicate that other potentially harmful organisms may be present. Posting an advisory sign in plain view at the swimming location occurs when water sample results exceed the State Water Quality Standard for bacteria in natural waters. Beach swimming advisories are lifted when additional sampling demonstrates that results are below the State Water Quality Standards for bacteria. For questions or concerns, contact the Environmental Resources Manager at jjones@LOWA.org or 540-972-5548.
LOWA.org Tutorial
by Carolyn Brodeur, Communications Manager
Notice Regarding Clubhouse Handicap Parking
Lake of the Woods will be hosting a free tutorial to help members learn to better navigate LOWA.org. The tutorial will be held on Nov. 8, at 6 PM in the Community Center, Classroom Two. All members and tenants are welcome to attend. Participants are welcome to bring their own laptops or devices to follow along, but they are not required. Coffee will be provided. Tutorial topics may include: Registering on the website Accessing important information such as governing documents, minutes and agendas Booking Tee Times Finding and Paying statements Viewing the Calendar Using member only features Using dwellingLive Registration by Nov. 5 is requested so that we can get a headcount. To RSVP for this tutorial, visit www.LOWA.org and click the LOWA.org Tutorial Registration Link on the homepage in the “Recent News Section.”
The handicap parking spaces located in front of the Clubhouse are no longer available, due to the Clubhouse Pool Fitness Center project. The spots are now closed, so that the contractor can level and grade the area and prepare for the future parking spaces. New handicap spaces have been placed near the dock and in the spaces that were formerly assigned to the Clubhouse management staff. The Clubhouse also provides “car to door” golf cart transportation for those who need additional assistance.
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Happenings on the Green by Rea Hargraves, PGA Pro
October
19 Culpeper Lacrosse Golf Tournament (30-40 players), 9 AM Shotgun 20 Schutzenfest (9-hole Scramble, Front/Back), 9 AM Shotgun 26 Fright Night Scramble 6:15 to 8:15 PM 27 Golf Channel Amateur Tournament, 10 AM Tee Times 30 LGA Closing Day Scramble, 9 AM Shotgun November 2 LGA Fall Luncheon, 11 AM Clubhouse 4 Daylight Saving Time Ends On Sept. 22 and 23, Lake of the Woods held the Fall Two Person Team Tournament. This event had three divisions-- Men, Senior Men and Ladies. Due to heavy rain on Sunday, the tournament was reduced to an 18-hole event (from 36). For the Men’s Division: Low Gross went Matt Hibbs and Paul Hibbs III with a 70. Low Net went to Lee Dusing and Dustin Priddy with a 66. For the Senior Men, Low Gross went to Dave Lloyd and Mike Snelson with a 70. Low Net went to Bill McClellan and Jim Hoffmann with a 65. For the Ladies, Low Gross went to Nancy King and Anne Smith with an 86. Low Net went to Denise Reese and Debbie May with a 65. On Saturday, Sept. 29 the Lions Golf Tournament was held at Lake of the Woods. They had 59 players. The weather was nice and everyone had a great time. The winning team was Charlie Ostlund, Ryan Ostlund, Bernie Hamilton and JoAnn Roth, shooting a 62. The tournament made over $8,000. The event was sponsored by Lee Merrell from the Lions Organization. On Sunday, Sept. 30, the Orange County High School held a golf tournament at Lake of the Woods, hosting 36 players. The event was held in conjunction with the Orange Homecoming and raised $3,000. Orange Athletic Director Michael Neeley sponsored the event. See you on the course!
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Tuesday, October 30 6 PM LOWA Special Board Meeting, CC Saturday, November 3 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC
TV18, shown on Comcast Channel 18, features unique shows designed especially for Lake of the Woods. NOTE: Schedule shown is subject to change, updated channel guide can be seen on our Facebook page.
Tuesday, November 13 7 PM, LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC
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October 19 – October 25 6AM
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Committee Meetings: Members are encouraged to attend. Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees.
October 17th Meeting
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1 PM
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2 PM
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October 17th Meeting
Golf: 10/22, 3 PM, WC Communications: 10/24, 3 PM, CC Planning: 10/24, 7 PM, CC ECC: 10/25, 8:30 AM, WC Investment: 10/29, 1 PM, CC Treasurer Mtg. to follow Finance: 11/5, 7 PM, CC Safety/Security: 11/7, 3 PM, WC ECC: 11/8, 8:30 AM, WC
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Meeting Facility Key: CC Community Center CCCR Community Center Classroom CR Community Center Craft Room CH Clubhouse CHGH Clubhouse Great Hall CHPR Clubhouse President’s Room EQ Equestrian Center FC Fareways Cafe HF Hollyfield Park Locust Grove Elementary LGES School (Rt. 20) LLCH Lower Level Clubhouse LOWC LOW Church MCR Maintenance Conference Room RR Holcomb Building Reading Room SB Sweetbriar Park ULH Upper Level Holcomb WC Woods Center
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Saturday, October 20 9 AM-5 PM Schutzenfest Golf Tournament & Family Fun (Woods Center). Info: 540-972-2230. 4-7 PM LOW F&R Chili Cook-Off (CH Point). Info: lowfr29.com. 7 PM Making Joyful Noise Concert (LOWC). Info: 540-972-9060. 7 PM LOW Players Presents Hello Dolly! Tickets: lowplayers.org. Sunday, October 21 2 PM LOW Players Presents Hello Dolly! Tickets: lowplayers.org.
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Calendar
Wednesday, October 24 5-7 PM Republican Women’s Club Reception (CH). Reserve: Toni 540972-0295. Tuesday, October 23 5 PM Orange County Board of Supervisors Meeting (Gordon Bldg.). Info: orangecountyva.gov. Thursday, October 25 9 AM Meet the Management (RR). Info: 540-972-2214. 7 PM LOW Veterans Club (CC). Info: Dan 540-972-0153. Friday, October 26 6-9 PM Haunt of the Woods at 101 Birchside Circle. Bring food items for Lions Food Pantry. Info: bryant. cox316@gmail.com. 7-11 PM Scaryoke at Fareways Café. Info: 540-972-2216. Saturday, October 27 10 AM-2 PM Prescription Drug Take-Back Day (LLCH parking lot). Info: 540-972-2210. 6-9 PM Haunt of the Woods at 101 Birchside Circle. Bring food items for Lions Food Pantry. Info: bryant. cox316@gmail.com. Sunday, October 28 5-7 PM Halloween Costume Party & Family Fun (CH). Sponsored by LOW Community & Youth Activities Committee.
SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location
Tuesday, October 30 6 PM LOWA Special Board Meeting (CC). Info: 540-972-2214. Wednesday, October 31 5-8 PM LOW Neighborhood Trick or Treat. 6-9 PM Haunt of the Woods at 101 Birchside Circle. Bring food items for Lions Food Pantry. Info: bryant. cox316@gmail.com. 6-7 PM Treats on the Point (CH). Info: 540-972-9680.
Sunday, November 4 Daylight Saving Time Ends
Time
Day
Contact
Aerobics
LOWC
8:30-9:30 AM
M, W, F
Church 540-972-9060
Carolina Shag Dance Lessons
CC
7-8 PM
2nd/4th TU
Call to Register Audrey 703-401-5050
Edelweiss Dancers
CC
4-6 PM
SU
Brooke 540-972-4628
Joggers Club
Call
TBD
TBD
Diane 540-388-2930
CC
10:30 AM
M, TH
Donna 540-972-1977
Meditation Class
CC
4-5 PM
1st/2nd TH
Terry 540-412-2282
Pickleball Beginner Class
CC
11:30 AM-1:30 PM
TH
Greg 540-388-2540
Praise & Worship Dance
LOWC-WC
10 AM-12:30 PM
W, SA
Sonja 540-972-1734
Senior Softball
HF
9 AM
F
Square Dancers LOW Social Club
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
2 / 4 /5 F
Linda 571-328-9247
Square DancersLords & Ladies
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
1 /3 F
Sims 540-972-3187/ Haring 540-972-1924
Stretch and Flex
CC
8:30-9:15 AM
M, W, F
Frances 972-5435
Volleyball Adult/coed
CC
7-11 PM
SU
Michael 540-809-7406
Walkers Club
Greensprings Clubhouse
9 AM 9 AM
M, SA W
Diane 540-388-2930
$
Wilderness Pres. Sweetbriar Pool
10 AM 11 AM & 11:45 AM
TU, TH, SA M, W, F
Carol 540-972-6739
Yoga – Intermediate
$
CC
9-10:15 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Gentle
$
CC
10:30-11:45 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Chair
$
CC
9:30-10:30 AM
F
Yoga – All Levels
$
CC
Exercising for Health
$
Water Fitness
John 540-229-7940
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st
th
th
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5:30-6:30 PM TH ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change)
Rebekah 908-358-8406 Rebekah 908-358-8406
Location
Time
Day
Contact
AARP Meeting
CH
9:30 AM
3rd M
Larry 540-972-1847
Art for Fun
CC
1:30-3 PM
3rd TH
Elaine 540-845-4127
Bridge, Sunday Duplicate
WC
7-9 PM
SU
Joe 540-972-8052/Caroline 540972-7688
Bridge, Monday Night
WC
7 PM
M
Dick or Carleen 412-9608
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
CC
9 AM-3 PM
W
Sept: Betty 548-2112 Oct: Margaret 540-972-9489
Book Club, LOW
Wilderness Lib.
1 PM
2nd W
540-972-9284
Chess Club
CC
6:30-8:30 PM
TH
Jack 540-972-6211
Childhelp Auxiliary
LOWC, rm. 211
10 AM
1st W
Nancy 540-972-2599
Civic Club Meeting
TBA
7 PM
2nd W
Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
CH
10:30 AM
4th F
Charles 540-972-2401
Closet Quilters
CC
12:30-3 PM
TU
Maureen 540-972-7010
Coloring Book Club
CC
10 AM
F
Terry 540-412-2282
Craft Group
LOWC
9:30-11:45 AM
TU
Rochelle 540-972-3438
DAR Susannah Chandler
CC
1 PM
2nd SA
Betty Larson 540-661-7202
Democratic Club
CC
1:30 PM
2nd W
Kerry 540-220-8547
Eclectic Book Club
Call for location
7:30 PM
Last TH
Geraldine 540-388-2449
Fire & Rescue Auxiliary
CC
2 PM
2nd W
Marguerite 540-972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
CC
10 AM-1 PM
TU
John 540-972-5611
Garden Club
CH
12:30 PM
2nd M
Jan 540-972-1630
Happy Tails Dog Club
CC
7PM
4th TU
JoAnn 540-412-1666
WC
7 PM
4th TU
Lee 540-972-0395
CC
9:30-11:30 AM
W, F
Sharon 540-848-8510
Investment Club Knitting & Crocheting
Saturday, November 3 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 540-972-2214.
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Knowledge Club
CC
10-11 AM
3rd TU
Alayna 540-370-0000
Litter Pick-up in LOW
All around LOW
9 AM
3rd SA
Jan 540-972-1630
LOW Fliers R/C Club
CC
5-8 PM
3rd F
Terry 412-760-4593
CH
6:30 PM
2nd TH
Nancy 540-755-2957 Marian 540-270-7554
LOW Lioness Club LOW Lions Club
CH
5:30 PM
1st TH
Charlie 540-903-7796
Mahjongg
CC
12:30-4 PM
M
Debby 540-412-5240
Mothers of Preschoolers
LOWC, Founders
9:15 AM
1st /3rd W
Jessica 703-297-6784
Open Mic Night
Fareways
5:30-8:30 PM
TU
Fareways 540-972-2216
Players, Theater Group
CC
7 PM
2nd W
Marilyn 540-972-0392
Photography Group
FC
7-9 PM
1st/3rd TH
Bill 540-834-9866
Professional Women’s Networking
CC
7 PM
4th TH
Jennifer@jenniferbeavers.com
Republican Women’s Club
CH
11:30 AM
4 W
Connie 540-972-0083
LGES (Rt. 20)
5:15 PM
TU
Nita 540-219-7028 Audrey 540-222-3569
TOPS weigh in/meeting $
th
Veterans Club
TBD
7 PM
4th TH
Dan 540-972-0153
Wilderness Toastmasters
CC
6:30 PM
1st/3rd TU
WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com
Woodworkers Shop
Compactor Bldg.
9 AM
2nd SA
Hal 540-972-9803
Woodworkers Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Hal 540-972-9803
Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
November 3 Agenda from p. 2
8. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS
4. PRESENTATION 4.1 Planning Committee Priority List of New Asset and Improvement Projects of the Five Year Capital Plan – Allie Felder, Committee Chair
9. DIRECTOR COMMENTS
5. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Approving Proposed Amendments to LOWA Regulations IV.F, Individual Behavior, VIII.A. 4, Use of the Clubhouse, XII.E.1, Use of the Swimming Pools, XVII.D.1, Use of the Community Center, Regarding Smoking to Include Vaping and E-cigarettes (Resolution 2018-19) 6.2 A. Consideration of Transferring New Construction and Renovation Reserve (NCR) Funds to Repair and Replacement Reserve (R&R) B. Consideration of Accepting the Replacement Reserve Annual Update Report Prepared by Miller Dodson Associates for Planning and Budgeting Purposes (Resolution 2018-20)
10. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Tuesday, November 13, 2018, Community Center, 7 PM • Special Board of Directors Meeting with Orange County Board of Supervisors, Wednesday, November 14, 2018, Clubhouse, 7 PM • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, December 12, 2018, Community Center, 7 PM 11. ADJOURNMENT *The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items as necessary. Members of record may record any portion of this meeting so long as (1) you first notify the President for an announcement before you begin and (2) you do not interfere with other members or the official recording. (See Administrative Regulation 2016-4.)
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7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Transferring New Construction and Renovation Reserve (NCR) Funds to Contingency Reserve for Equestrian Center Electrical Emergency Repairs 7.2 Consideration of Authorizing LOWA Security Force Special Conservators of the Peace to Issue County Uniform Traffic Citations when Drivers Pass a School Bus with Flashing Red Lights (Resolution 2018-21) 7.3 Consideration of Approving Union Bank and Trust Resolutions and Internal Control Policy and Procedures 7.4 Entering Lot for Maintenance 7.5 Discussion of Five Year Capital Plan
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Happy Tails Dog Club Membership Update
AARP Smart Driver Course for Seniors by Elaine Cook, Volunteer Instructor
by Jennifer Buist, Happy Tails Dog Club, Corresponding Secretary
Seniors, refresh your driving skills on Friday, Nov. 2, from 9 AM to 5 PM in the Classroom One of the Community Center. You will learn:
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The one-day course includes a working lunch. Please bring a brown bag lunch and snacks since there will be no time to go out to lunch. There will be coffee in the morning. You must be present the entire class time to receive credit for the course. The cost is $15 for national AARP members and $20 for non-members. Checks should be made payable to AARP. To register, call Elaine at 703-309-4810 or email Elaine@olderandbolder.net. Please include your name, address, phone number and email address. On Nov. 2, please bring your driver’s license and your national AARP card (if applicable). Upon completion of this course, you could receive a three-year discount on your car liability insurance. The LOW Lion’s Club hosts this course.
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We are happy to announce that the Club now has over 100 members! It’s been great to see everyone out enjoying the park with their four-legged friends. Starting Nov. 1, we will be offering a prorated Club membership for the remainder of the membership year. From Nov. 1 through April 30, the membership fees will be $25 for one dog and $38 for two or more. All memberships will renew on May 1, 2019. Please email info@happytailsdogclub.net for more information.
The LOWVAC 36th annual Art Show and Sale was held Saturday and Sunday Sept. 22 and 23. Familiar artists joined 10 new exhibitors to present an outstanding show, with well over 500 attending the two days. The LOWLINC wine-tasting fundraiser in Sweetbriar Pavilion was an added feature on Sunday, thoroughly enjoyed by many in spite of rain! Raffle items donated by Nate Smith, Linda Sutphin, Patty Bell and Bob Gibson were won by: Gail Stoner, Mary Jane Atwater, Barb Hensel and Gary Neighbors. Art teachers of Kindergarten thru high school-age children exhibited examples of student projects. We appreciate the outstanding art education available in Orange County Public Schools and will be donating funds to supplement teachers’ budgets. The Woodworkers had a smaller than anticipated response to their first 1x3x8 challenge, but enjoyed showing club projects and recruiting entrants for a future challenge. Lake Authors of the Wilderness had authors present and a display of outstanding books. We appreciate all who attended, purchased raffle tickets and bought art objects. See you all next year for the 37th show Sept. 28 and 29.
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Lee Frame, an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and team leader for Lake of the Woods Volunteer Rescue Squad, ran his last shift on Wednesday, Oct. 3, after 16 years of service. Lee signed up to run with the squad after 9/11, when he realized that if a major casualty occurred here in Orange County, there might not be enough trained providers to care for his family and neighbors. Lee cites the valuable training and guidance he received from the many Rescue Squad volunteers that preceded him. As a nuclear submarine commander, military leader, and DoD senior civilian, Lee learned to be a confident leader in stressful situations. His experience as a student working his way through college in a children’s psychiatric hospital (where he met his wife, Sandra, a student nurse), gave him the confidence to work with difficult patients, and demonstrated that he enjoyed helping people and especially liked working with kids. Over his long career on the Rescue Squad, Lee had the chance to help many kids as well as his adult neighbors. He especially enjoys being able to respond to the home of someone he knows, and comments that seeing a familiar face can put the patient at ease, leading to a more successful outcome The Rescue Squad also took advantage of Lee’s leadership as Rescue Squad Captain from 2006 to 2008, where he forged our positive partnership with Orange County and made sure that each crew was manned at a time when our volunteer squad provided nearly all of the rescue support. As Lee retires from active running with the squad, we anticipate that his wisdom and leadership will continue to be relied on as we face changing requirements. He says that the Rescue Squad has the added benefit of directly helping a friend or neighbor at a time when he or she is experiencing a personal crisis. It is very satisfying when you are the one who helps to alleviate that crisis. He recommends the Rescue Squad to others who are looking for the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.
You just found out the title of the next play to be performed, and it is your favorite. You have watched the movie many times, have memorized the characters’ lines and believe you would be perfect for a role in the play. The lines are embedded deep in your memory, and the opportunity is right in front of you, but fear is stopping you from putting yourself in front of people to audition. Does this sound like you? Your story can hold many reasons and it can prevent you from trying out, but are some of them merely the thought of speaking in front of people, butterflies, sweaty palms or perhaps you have never spoken in front of people. Maybe it was the grade school play when you forgot your lines and have never forgotten how it made you feel. Allowing yourself to stay in fear will never allow you to show your talents. When you step up and kick your fear out of the way, you are giving yourself permission to overcome what scares you the most. Once you recognize that you have a grip on what is holding you back, you won’t want to look back. Wilderness Toastmasters meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at the Community Center at 6:30 PM. This is a safe place to make mistakes, laugh, cry and learn. Remaining in your safe place allows you to be safe. Leaving your safe place gives you an opportunity to learn something new and have fun. For more information watch our Facebook page @ WildernessToastmasters or email WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com.
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The LOW Church‘s season of monthly concerts continues with the dynamic music duo of Mary Mancini and Mario Tacca on Saturday, Oct. 20, at 7 PM at The LOW Church. Mary is a world-class artist with vocal versatility and command of all styles of music. Able to sing in eight languages, she consistently brings audiences to their feet with her international favorites, Broadway music, opera arias, classics, pop and sacred music. She has been called “The Woman with the Golden Voice.” Mario Tacca, born in Italy, began Mary and Mario his musical studies at a young age, imitated songs his mother used to sing, and walked three miles weekly to his teacher with his instrument strapped to his back! He is called “one of the pre-eminent Accordion Virtuosi in the world,” dazzling audiences across the US and around the world with his unmatched virtuosity of international music, the classics, and pop. There will be a Cookie Concerto reception and a chance to meet with Mary and Mario following the performance. The concert is free and any voluntary donations will support LOW Church Worship Arts Program. Please call The LOW Church at 540-972-9060 for questions and directions.
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by Peter Williams, Member, LOW Lions Club With Christmas just over two months away, it is time for us to turn our attention to the less fortunate among us in Lake of the Woods and this part of Orange County. For many years the Lake of the Woods Lions Club has decorated a “Tree of Love” with Christmas lights representing monetary donations from members of the local community. Donations can be made in memory of deceased loved ones, or to honor living individuals who are special to the donor. Last year the Lions added a second tree for donors who wish to honor U.S. military service members and veterans, and this will become part of our Tree of Love tradition from now on. The trees will be erected in front of the Wilderness Center at the intersection of Routes 3 and 20. We invite our neighbors to purchase lights for the trees. White lights are in memory of the deceased, red lights to honor special living people, and purple lights to honor service members. Each light can be purchased for a $5 donation. All of the proceeds will be given to needy families in Orange County so that they, too, may purchase a few gifts for the kids or be able to put a nice holiday meal on their table during the Christmas season. To purchase lights for the Tree of Love, please mail LOW Lions with the names of the individuals to be remembered, the color of the light requested for each, and a check for the total amount ($5 for each person named) payable to LOW Lions Foundation. Donations should be addressed to LOW Lions Club, Tree of Love, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. The LOW Lions Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization and donations may tax-deductible. The Lighting of the Trees dedication ceremony, officiated by Rev. John Howe of The Lake of the Woods Church, will take place at 2 PM, on Saturday, Dec. 8. The Tree of Love will remain lit until the early days of January.
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Human Services Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Mon., 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). Meeting every Wed. and Fri., 7 PM at 32345 Constitution Hwy. Suite O. Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060. Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060. Dementia Memory Café: On the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 2:30 PM, there is a Memory Cafe held at Country Cookin’, 247 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper. This is a social event where the person with dementia and/or the caregiver(s) are welcome to come to talk about whatever they wish to discuss. Contact Bonnie at 540-547-4824 or bonnired@ comcast.net with questions. Diabetes support group starting in Culpeper at Wellspring Health Services. Call for info: 540-825-4557; 541 Sunset Lane, suite 301. Find us on facebook @ wellspring health services. Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite H). Offers free medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in Orange, Spotsylvania, and Culpeper counties. Medical care available on Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM. Call 540-854-5922 for appointments. Volunteers Needed. Info: 540-854-5922, ask for Suzanne. LOWLINC - Non-profit membership service organization dedicated to enabling seniors at the lake to continue living fully and independently in their homes. Volunteer services provided: transportation, light home maintenance, computer assistance, check-in calls, friendly visits and referrals to screened service providers. Fee-based. For info, call 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. Usually open the first and third Fridays from 9 AM to noon, the second Wednesday from 4 to 6 PM and the last Saturday from 9 AM to noon. Please call toll free: 888-508-9274 to verify the monthly schedule and to check for special opening dates and times. Mail contributions to Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Stan, 540-412-9854.
LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Equipment can generally be picked up and returned 9 AM to noon Saturdays at the Lions Building near the LOW trash compactor. Lions also gratefully receive donations of used equipment, in clean and good condition, that can be readily used by others. In case of immediate needs, please contact Dave at 540972-2125, Susan at 540-972-2772 or Mark at 540-412-6694. If contact points are not immediately available, please leave message and we will return your call. Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment, and on Tues. evenings (walk-in). 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540-672-0793. Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tuesday, every other month from noon to 6 PM. Next drive is Nov. 27 at the Community Center. You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www.redcrossblood.org for more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walk-ins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Christy, 540-412-2470. Saint Seton’s Orphaned Animals is a non-profit, animal welfare charity providing assistance to low income families for spay/ neuter and preventative care for dogs and cats. Call Jeanette, 540809-2625. Website: http://www. saintseton.com. Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060. The Woods Cares: An AARP program, will run errands and do small repairs, light yard work for shut-ins and caretakers. Free service. Call Jeanette 540-9720726, or Ed 724-523-5255. Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Care-AVan will provide transportation to health care (including picking up prescription medications) and legal appointments for senior citizens (over 60) and persons (over 18) with physical disabilities. Available Mon. through Fri. with minimum of 48 hours notice. Free Service (donations accepted), Call 540-8253100 ext. 3358 or 3013. Vision Impaired Support Group. Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 AM, Community Center, Room 1. Sponsored by the LOW Lions. Contact: Gail Sauro, 540-972-1629 or Gail.Sauro@ yahoo.com.
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Fundraisers Oct. 24, AARP Chapter 5239 is sponsoring a Dine to Donate at the General’s Quarters Restaurant. Invite friend and come for lunch or dinner on Wed, Oct. 24. No coupon needed. All proceeds will go toward charity organizations in Orange County. Nov. 6, Election Day Chicken BBQ, 11 AM-6 PM at LOW Community Center. Tickets $10 must be purchased In advance. Call Larry, 540-840-5648. Supports Local
Lions Furniture Pickup and Yard Sale. The LOW Lions accept donations of furniture and merchandise at the Velona Building (Shoosmith Road, near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 8 to11 AM. To arrange for donation pickup, call Cindy at 540-972-1187. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity, donations are tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon.
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Wilderness Library Programs. All programs are drop-in, individual registration is not required. For more information call: 540-8545310. Story Time Tuesdays (Oct. 23, 20): Toddler Time, 10:15 AM, stories, fingerplays, nursery rhymes, and music for children ages 18 months to 3yrs old with a caregiver. Preschool Storytime, 11 AM, stories, action rhymes, music, and crafts for children 3 to 5yrs old with a caregiver. Potterpalooza, Oct 23, from 3-5 PM, Join us as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone with an afternoon of games, crafts, and fun! Grades 3-12. Oct. 26, 27, 31. Haunt of the Woods (101 Birchside Circle) will be hosting an interactive Yard Display open to all LOW Members and guests. Come see us on Oct. 26, 27 from 6-9 PM; and Oct 31 from 5-9 PM. Help us fill our coffin and bring a food item for the LOW Lion’s Food Pantry. For more information go to Facebook at hauntofthewoods or contact Bryant at bryant.cox316@gmail.com. Oct. 28, Edelweiss Dancers. Come, learn authentic German, Austrian and Swiss folk dances. Some are easy; some are intricate. Lessons are free and everyone is welcome. Every Sunday (starting Oct. 28) from 4-6 PM at the Community Center. It’s fun; it’s light to moderate exercise; it’s cultural. Have some trio dances so you don’t need a partner. Leather-soled shoes are best. For questions, call Brooke Wilson at 540-972-4628. White House Holiday Tour, Dates requested: Dec. 14, 18, 20. Includes U.S. Capitol/U.S. Botanic Garden, $56. Contact Barbara, 540972-4651 or wisecruiser@hotmail. com. AARP sponsored. Project EXCEL. The Orange County Office on Youth is looking for volunteers to tutor elementary school students who are as much as a year behind in reading. As little as an hour per week could make a big difference! Please email Ginny at project_excel.ooy@outlook.com or call 571-259-8951 for more details and a volunteer application (a background check is required). Lost or Found Pets in LOW can be posted on facebook.com/ LOWlostandfoundpets. Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses Recycled: Place used hearing aids and eyeglasses in LOW Lions boxes at Wells Fargo Bank, Wilderness Pharmacy, LOW Hair Studio, and LOW Security.
Charities! Sponsored by LOW AARP. Nov. 23 & 24, Annual Christmas Wreaths Sale at the LOW Front Gate. The LOW Boy Scout Troop #197 will be selling Fresh Christmas Wreaths on Fri., Nov. 23 & Sat, Nov. 24 from 8 AM-3 PM. Price is $30 each, which supports the Scouts year-round activities. Pre-orders can be made by emailing cbjr74sa@ gmail.com or calling 540-316-1456. Please come out and support the scouts while also getting into the Christmas spirit. In keeping with A Scout is Reverent, this year we will also be selling Christmas yard signs “Christmas begins with Christ” and “Jesus is My Reason for the Season.” Friendly support and donations are always welcomed. White House Ornaments on Sale. The LOW Lioness Lions Club is selling the 2018 White House Ornament for $21. Proceeds will go directly to the Lioness Foundation to provide services to our local community. Call Mary 540-972-4572. LOW Directory. The 2018 directory is available! Cost is $10 at Member Services in the lower level Holcomb Bldg. Sales benefit F&R. Information: Dick or Carolyn Durphy at dickd9@msn.com; or 540-972-3306. Cause 4 Paws. We are in the need of volunteer foster homes, monetary donations and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations are tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations can be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more info see us on Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-972-4960 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted at our book sales and on Mondays from 9:30-11 AM. No reference or text books please. Closed for December and January. Info: Ann, 540-972-4338; Sherri, 540-412-9854; or Helene, 540-412-0798. LOW Lions Medical Equipment Loan Program seeks donations of wheelchairs and rollators in working condition to share with neighbors in need. Donate at Velona Building (by compactor) any Saturday from 9 AM to noon, or call Lion Mark at 540-412-9994, Lion Susan at 540972-2772, or Lion Dave at 540-9722125 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member need a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you! O.C. Humane Society. Volunteers needed to do dog adoptions at PetSmart on weekends and/or transport cats during the week to PetSmart stores. Donations are tax-deductible, we are a 50l(c)(3) charitable corporation. Donations can be mailed to OCHS, P.O. Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: 540-672-0069. orangecountyhumanesocietyva.org.
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by Heather Kuzma, Publicity Chair LGA We are finally having some beautiful, dry summer weather, and the calendar tells us that it’s October and the LGA golfing season is almost over. Our Closing Day Fun Scramble will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 30. Be sure to sign up for this event. It is one of the few times that our 9 and 18 holers get to play in the same foursome. The shotgun start time this month is 9 AM with sign in by 8:30. The LGA Fall Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 2, at the clubhouse. Social hour begins at 11:15 AM. Lunch will be served at 12:15, followed by a business meeting, installation of new officers, awards, and prizes. A sign up sheet for the luncheon is posted in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. The cost of the lunch is $24. Checks should be made out to LOW LGA and placed in the box in the ladies’ lounge. Your LGA dues for the 2018/2019 season are payable now. If you are attending the luncheon, please bring your dues check for $25, made out to LOW LGA. Registration forms will be emailed to members and will also be available in the ladies’ lounge mid-October. Dottie Lohr wants to thank all of the LGA ladies for their very generous donations to the food bank. Even though our golf season is ending, the need for food continues. Dottie will check the LGA closet all year for additional donations and she will deliver them to the food bank.
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by Michele Beamer, Wilderness Branch Librarian What is dyslexia? How do you teach a dyslexic to read? What can you do to help your dyslexic child? What can teachers do to help? On Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 PM, the Wilderness Branch Library will host a presentation on dyslexia tackling the above questions. There will also be a dyslexia simulation at the end of the presentation. If your child has been diagnosed with dyslexia, you will want to plan to attend. This program is free and open to the public. No registration is required.
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This is the last weekend for Hello Dolly. If you do not have tickets, there may be a few left. This delightful musical with its fancy costumes and dances is a fun show for all ages. The final shows are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 PM with the final matinee on Sunday, Oct. 21, at 2 PM. Tickets are $29 for adults and $24 for students and can be purchased on line at lowplayers.org or by calling me, Sandie Frame, at 540-972-6395. LOW Players is going to perform at Kelly’s Ford in December at a dinner theater. This will be a holiday show called A Nice Family Christmas. This is a new venture for us, Watch for more on pricing, dates and times. For now, put this in your mental calendar, and watch for upcoming details. As always, we welcome and extend an invitation to anyone who likes theater and is interested in joining our group to attend our meetings. These are held on the second Wednesday of the month at the Community Center in Classroom One starting at 7 PM. Because of the play, our next meeting is not until November14.
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Did you know that there is a Horse-Less 4-H Club in Locust Grove? This club gives youngsters who want to learn about horses, but don’t own one, the opportunity to learn about them and participate in activities that are horse related. For information, call the Orange County Extension Office: 540-672-1361. Parents: Offer to assist the leader. You will have fun and learn a lot too! I served as a horse 4-H leader in Fairfax County for 24 years, and it gave me great joy to see these youngsters learn not only about horses, but responsibility and confidence in their own abilities.
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A call for delicious! Now a tradition at Lake of the Woods is the Annual Election Day Barbecue. Locust Grove AARP 5239 sponsors the event this year on Tuesday, Nov. 6 at the Community Center. Tickets are on sale either from an AARP member or by calling Larry Eiben at 540 972-1847. The delicious dinner includes a half chicken barbecued fresh right at the Center. There are two tasty sides included – baked beans and coleslaw. Beverages are available for those dining at the Center. Carry out is packed in sturdy containers. A home baked brownie caps the feast. All this is available for only $10. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Meals may be picked up between 11 AM and 6 PM at the Community Center. All the money raised at this event supports local charities. Everyy charityy pp expresses great appreciation for the support port we give each year. Join friends, neighbors, family. y. Have a party! Enjoy the feast! AARP 5239 also announces another opportunity to enjoy dining out. The DINING TO DONATE activity will take place at General’s Quarters Restaurant, on Route 20, on Wednesday, Oct. 24. Come for lunch or dinner to support our Orange County neighbors who have fallen en on hard times. Funds that are collected will benefit those Orange County neighbors in n need. No coupon is needed for the event. t. It is an opportunity to join friends and neighbors hbors for a great meal at a local restaurant. DINING NING TO DONATE is open to the entire community. y. We’ll see you there! For further information about both events call Larry Eiben at 540-972-1847.
Catch the spirit and join us on Saturday, Nov. 3 when the Battlefield Boogie Club will host its 13th Annual Cannon Ball Blast! The Sunset Party at the Clubhouse will have something for everyone. Oh yeah, dinner and dancing to a Carolina DJ, showing off our foot work with shagging, line dancing and just plain free-flow dancing. The entertainment will dazzle you and our silent auction will have just what you want. Door prizes and a 50/50 will ill fill your surprise you with take-homes. The fun will ental) 5 to 9 PM evening after a proud (sentimental) sunset toast. You won’t be out too late, and you will meet up with old and new friends! s! Tickets are $35 per person, which includes one free drink and a room full of just what you need. For tickets, call Audrey 703-401-5050; Melinda 540-5488684; or Kathryn 540-972-0825. If we do not pick up, please leave a message. We e are going to have a blast!
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2. Playing water games in the Pool is subject to lifeguard approval. 3. Only Type II or Type III Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFD) may be worn by children with adult supervision. The following flotation devices are not permitted in the pools: rafts, arm water rings, water round rings, and swimsuits with flotation devices. Exceptions to the abovementioned flotation devices may be used during instructor-led aquatic classes. 4. Kickboards may only be used in the lap lanes. 5. Noodles may be used in the shallow end of the pool, but not in the deep end or lap lanes. 6. Consumption of food and beverages will be limited to the designated table areas provided at the pool facilities. Members/tenants/guests are responsible for cleaning up their area before departing. 7. Designated lanes are for lap swimmers only. 8. In addition to the rules herein, use of diving board and slides is also subject to any and all rules and regulations. (6/3/17)
• No pushing, running, dunking, wrestling or other actions that could result in injury; • No fireworks, sparklers or explosive devices; • No weapons of any type; • No spitting, lewd behavior, abusive or foul language; • No chewing gum or glass containers; • No alcohol, except for events with written approval of the General Manager; • No illicit or illegal drugs; • No smoking; including the use of electronic smoking devices (see IV.F.2.). • No throwing objects or playing on the pool deck; • No prolonged underwater swimming for time or distance.
LOW Community
The Association, Board of Directors and lifeguards will not be held responsible for loss or damage to any personal property of any kind. These rules may be revised or amended at any time at the discretion of the Board of Directors. Patrons who violate these rules or a reasonable request of staff may be ejected from the pool and pool area(s) and shall be subject to any and all applicable sanctions authorized by the LOWA’s Declarations, Bylaws, these Rules and applicable law or regulation. XVII.
USE OF THE COMMUNITY CENTER
Sections A-C and E - G remain the same. D.
CONDUCT
1. Smoking is not permitted in the COMMUNITY CENTER. 2. No advertising shall be permitted except as approved by the Management. 3. No items shall be stored in the COMMUNITY CENTER without express permission of the Community Operations Manager or GM. 4. No publications, pictures, decorations, dished, utensils, or other articles or property of any kind shall be removed without permission from the Management. 5. Flowers and shrubbery around the grounds are not to be cut for personal use.
See Current Regulation on p. 19
2. Playing water games in the Pool is subject to lifeguard approval. 3. Only Type II or Type III Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices (PFD) may be worn by children with adult supervision. The following flotation devices are not permitted in the pools: rafts, arm water rings, water round rings, and swimsuits with flotation devices. Exceptions to the abovementioned flotation devices may be used during instructor-led aquatic classes. 4. Kickboards may only be used in the lap lanes. 5. Noodles may be used in the shallow end of the pool, but not in the deep end or lap lanes. 6. Consumption of food and beverages will be limited to the designated table areas provided at the pool facilities. Members/tenants/guests are responsible for cleaning up their area before departing. 7. Designated lanes are for lap swimmers only. 8. In addition to the rules herein, use of diving board and slides is also subject to any and all rules and regulations. (6/3/17) The Association, Board of Directors and lifeguards will not be held responsible for loss or damage to any personal property of any kind. These rules may be revised or amended at any time at the discretion of the Board of Directors. Patrons who violate these rules or a reasonable request of staff may be ejected from the pool and pool area(s) and shall be subject to any and all applicable sanctions authorized by the LOWA’s Declarations, Bylaws, these Rules and applicable law or regulation.
See Proposed Regulation on p. 19
Lake Currents October 19, 2018
THE LOW COMMUNITY & YOUTH ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE PRESENTS
8th Annual Christkindlmarkt
Frightfully FREE Family Fun for ALL Ages . . .
Come out and see some of our community’s best bakers, cra ers, and ar sans displaying and selling their work for the upcoming holiday season For ques ons, more informa on, or to register, call the Community Center at (540) 972-9680 or email at thayes@LOWA.org or ahubbell@LOWA.org
LOW Community Center Saturday, December 1st, 2018, 9am-3pm 18
Halloween
Costume Party 35.$!9 OCTOBER 2 to PM The CLUBHOUSE
Ghoulish Games Devilish Desserts Costume Contest DJ/Music/Dancing
SEE MORE AT LOW YOUTH ACTIVITIES on FACEBOOK
Current Regulation from p. 18
Proposed Regulation from p. 18
6. Pets are NOT permitted in the COMMUNITY CENTER without the express permission of the Community Operations Manager or General Manager. A person with a disability shall have the right to be accompanied in and around the Community Center by a dog trained and in service as a service animal. (1/2013) 7. Rough or boisterous conduct or use of profane language is not permitted. 8. Telephones will be used only for official LOWA business or in the event of illness or other emergency. Telephones may be used for short messages, such as a request for pickup after an event. 9. Suggestions and complaints should be made to the Management directly, or in writing, for appropriate action. 10. No items shall be left in the refrigerator overnight without the express permission of the Community Operations Manager or the GM. 11. Users are liable for damage caused to LOWA property and / or the property of individuals or groups that have prior permission to store items in the COMMUNITY CENTER.
XVII. D.
by Nancy Horch, Member, WFOL
6ʋɃɏ ʃȱɏ 'Dɀɏ Get Out The Vote!
Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary – Battlefield Council 10246
Saturday, November 3rd
Wine & Cheese Reception Wednesday, October 24 from 5 to 7 PM Lake of the Woods Clubhouse
9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Sunday, November 4th 8:00 am to 1:30 pm ST. PATRICK’S PARISH HALL 9151 Ely’s Ford Road, Fredericksburg, Virginia
Only $10 gets a ticket for a glass of wine or beer and heavy hor’dourves. A cash bar will also be available
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BAZAAR Lovely Holiday Decorations Fresh Baked Goods Quality Hand-Made Crafts Religious Articles Previously Owned Treasures
A SILENT AUCTION featuring
Beautiful Themed Baskets
Special Guests Virginia State Senator Bryce Reeves and Delegate Nick Freitas
RAFFLE for FIVE QUALITY PRIZES $500 Cash Prize Holiday Basket of Cheer Riverside Dinner Theater Tickets for Two Lighted Christmas Village St. Patrick Statue (Tickets: 3 for $5 or $2 each)
MINI-RAFFLE PRIZES
ALL PROCEEDS GO to CHARITY
Some Charities we help: Birthright, Micah Ministries Thurman Brisben Center, Paul Stefan Home, Loisann’s Hope Center, Rappahannock Special Services, Work Camp, Guadalupe Free Clinic, Nursing Home Bingo, Christmas Families, St. Patrick School
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HOLIDAY BAZAAR
LOW Community
The Friends of the Wilderness Library will hold their semi-annual Book Sale starting Friday, Nov. 2, from 10 AM to 5:30 PM. The sale will continue on Saturday, Nov. 3, from 10 AM until 2 PM. There will be hard-cover books, some new, some a little older, paperback books, children’s books, CD’S, DVD’s and audio books on tape. The prices are right. Christmas is coming; perhaps you can find a treasure for that certain someone. All monies raised from the sale go right back into the library for new books, computers, and other goodies needed to maintain our very fine community library. Come to browse and buy. All WFOL members receive one dollar off the price of any book.
FREE ADMISSION
CONDUCT
1. Smoking, including the use of electronic smoking devices, (see IV.F.2.) is not permitted in the COMMUNITY CENTER. 2. No advertising shall be permitted except as approved by the Management. 3. No items shall be stored in the COMMUNITY CENTER without express permission of the Community Operations Manager or GM. 4. No publications, pictures, decorations, dished, utensils, or other articles or property of any kind shall be removed without permission from the Management. 5. Flowers and shrubbery around the grounds are not to be cut for personal use. 6. Pets are NOT permitted in the COMMUNITY CENTER without the express permission of the Community Operations Manager or General Manager. A person with a disability shall have the right to be accompanied in and around the Community Center by a dog trained and in service as a service animal. (1/2013) 7. Rough or boisterous conduct or use of profane language is not permitted. 8. Telephones will be used only for official LOWA business or in the event of illness or other emergency. Telephones may be used for short messages, such as a request for pickup after an event. 9. Suggestions and complaints should be made to the Management directly, or in writing, for appropriate action. 10. No items shall be left in the refrigerator overnight without the express permission of the Community Operations Manager or the GM. 11. Users are liable for damage caused to LOWA property and / or the property of individuals or groups that have prior permission to store items in the COMMUNITY CENTER.
Wilderness Library Book Sale
Porcelain Dolls
USE OF THE COMMUNITY CENTER
Make reservations by October 19 Call Toni at 972-0295 and mail Check to SARWC, P.O. Box 803 Locust Grove, VA. 22508 Hosted by Susan Allen Republican Women’s Club
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October 6 Minutes from p. 3 for waitstaff, background checks on new employees and studying alternative investment options for LOWA accounts to improve returns. C. Committee Changes Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Committee changes as presented in the Committee Change list dated October 6, 2018: (D-18-102)
LOW Community
Name Marty Caldwell Cheryl Brown Meribeth Logan Ann Wood
Action Alternate Advisor Resigned Alternate
Committee Elections Clubhouse Planning Honor Awards
3.7 Report of the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. August Financials As of August 31, the Preliminary Unaudited Budget Summary shows a favorable variance of $161,102. After sending out 151 delinquency letters, 95 members have since responded, made payments or set up assessment payment arrangements. He briefly mentioned areas of concern relative to revenue and expenses detailed on the Operation Center Summary sheet. The Finance Department has developed a draft for a new Operation Center Income Statement to track monthly operating revenues/expenses when compared to budget. Management is requesting feedback from the Board on the draft. B. Lakes Management Report The Board will be considering authorizing Stantec to proceed with the detailed design on the Flat Run Forebay project at today’s meeting. C. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update Olympia Pools has mobilized equipment in preparation for excavation of the new pool. Twenty-four days of work were impacted by rain, impeding progress planned for September. D. Other Business Management has started interviewing for the vacated Finance Director and Comptroller positions. Safety Coordinator Bill Belt conducted initial workplace safety inspections at each LOWA facility last month to identify hazards that could compromise worker safety. Corrective action has already been taken for easy-to-fix issues; those requiring more time or materials are in progress. Follow-up audits will be performed and safety training provided in the future. Several drainage and ditch restoration projects are on the agenda at various locations throughout LOW. These will be discussed at the next Board meeting to help set priorities. A Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be held at the Clubhouse lower level parking lot on October 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 3.8 Committee Reports: None.
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4. Member Comments on Business Agenda Lakes Committee Chair William Lukaczyk and one other member provided additional information the Board should consider prior to proceeding with the Flat Run Forebay project.
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5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Authorizing Stantec to Proceed with Detailed Design of Flat Run Forebay. (D-18-103) Motion by Zukowski that the Board approve a contract with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for detailed design and construction oversite services of Flat Run Forebay in the amount of $39,714, funds to come from the Repair and Replacement Reserve; and authorize the President to execute the contract. Following discussion, motion by H. Brown to postpone the vote to approve a contract with Stantec to the next Board meeting on October 17, 2018. Following considerable debate, the Board voted unanimously to end debate and proceed to a vote on the question. Vote on the motion to postpone the vote to approve the Stantec contract to October 17, 2018: Yea: H. Brown, Diercks and Clawson. Nay: Hoh, Zukowski, P. Brown and Wilks. Motion failed 3 to 4. Vote on the original motion to approve the contract with Stantec Consulting Services: Yea: Hoh, Zukowski, Wilks, P. Brown and Diercks. Nay: Clawson and H. Brown. Motion passed 5 to 2. 5.2 Consideration of Adopting Budget Guidelines for FY2019-20. (D-18-104) Motion by Hoh that the Board adopt the Budget Guidelines for FY2019-20. Motion by Hoh to amend the Guidelines on Page 2, #5 as recommended. Vote: Yea: Diercks, Zukowski, Hoh, Clawson, H. Brown and P. Brown. Nay: 0. Abstain: Wilks. Motion passed 6-0-1. Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, to amend the Guidelines on Page 2 by adding #10. Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, to amend the Guidelines on Page 2 by adding #11. Vote on the original motion to approve adopting Budget Guidelines for FY2019-20 as amended passed unanimously. 5.3 Consideration of Adopting Board Goals for the 2018-19 Board Term. Directors offered the following motions for adoption as Board Goals for the 2018-19 Board Term:
a) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously,“To design, permit and build the Flat Run Forebay Project to protect the Main Lake. Include a member information session on project details and lake health benefits early in the design process. Improve stormwater management, including repairing roadside ditches and culverts damaged by 2018 summer storms, including but not limited to the identification of other potential metrics to measure success.” b) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, “To expand information-sharing between the Association and the membership in various ways; e.g., hosting Town Hall type meetings, responding to member questions by various methods and possibly placing more information in the LOWA website or auxiliary types of websites for member-only access.” Recess: President Wilks called for a 10-minute recess at 11:37 a.m.; the meeting reconvened at 11: 47 a.m. c) Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously,“To Review and update the Quality Management System as needed, beginning with financial controls and communications, expanding the review to other cost centers or functions and augmenting the staff as necessary to complete the review.” d) Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, “To construct, open and operate the new Clubhouse Complex facilities. Keep construction project on track. Determine Fitness Center staffing.” e) Motion by Hoh, that the Board “Form a Construction Advisory Panel (CAP) to leverage community expertise to augment staff work on construction projects. Panel to work with and assist, when requested, the Board and/or staff on LOWA construction projects that exceed $100,000 in cost. In limited Circumstances members of the panel may be asked to perform one or more of these functions: site observations, identifying and tracking cost overruns and their causes; identify potential observed problems, review of plans, and other tasks associated with their expertise. The panel will consist of members with construction experience who are certifiable as experts in their respective fields. Panel members must execute a confidentiality agreement, including a prohibition from disclosing any information obtained during their assignment on social media or other electronic means.” Motion by Clawson to amend the motion by substituting the following language: “Form a Construction Advisory Panel (CAP) to leverage community expertise to augment staff work on construction projects. Panel to work with and assist the Board and/or staff on LOWA building projects that exceed $25,000 in cost. In appropriate circumstances members of the panel may be asked to perform one or more of these functions: review bidder lists, RFPs, review received bids/ proposals, inspections, identify and track costs both external and internal on covered projects, identify potential observed problems, review plans, and other tasks associated with their expertise. The panel will consist of members with construction-related experience who are certifiable as experts in their respective fields. Panel members must execute a confidentiality agreement including a prohibition from disclosing any information obtained during their assignment. This prohibition will include use of social media and electronic means other than communications with panel members, board or LOWA staff members. Following discussion, Director Clawson accepted a friendly amendment to add the words “When requested by the Board of Directors and/or the staff…” into the proposed language. After further discussion on the name of the process, motion by Wilks to change the word “Panel” to “List” passed by a vote of 6 to 0; Clawson abstained. Following further discussion concerning the text of the proposal, motion by Zukowski to postpone further consideration to the October 17, 2018 Board meeting with the understanding that the President would wordsmith the proposal and send it to the Directors. Vote: Yea: Hoh Zukowski, Wilks, H. Brown and P. Brown. Nay: Clawson and Diercks. Motion passed 5 to 2. f) Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, “To consider a community-wide Referendum to amend the Declaration of Restrictions (Covenants) to establish a member appeal process for Environmental Control Committee decisions in defined circumstances to the Board of Directors, and to expressly establish charges for lot violations of community standards.” g) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, “To review the Reserve Policy, particularly how the New Construction and Renovation Reserve funds are authorized and spent, and update as needed. h) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, “To consider replacing dwellingLIVE, PremiSYS and System Galaxy software packages with one unified software system that will enable LOWA to use the license plate recognition technology, expand front gate check-in capabilities and efficiencies, and access at other LOWA amenities.” i) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, “To increase registered online voters from 1,283 to at least 1,800 members. Research and determine proposals to use Vote.Now.com for all paper and electronic voting, including a system where a trusted third-party agent handles every aspect.” 5.4 Consideration of Approving the LOWA Text Messaging Alert Policy and Beta Test from the Communications Committee. (Resolution 2018-16) (D-18-105) Motion by Zukowski that the Board adopt Resolution 2018-16, an Administrative Resolution, approving the LOWA text messaging alert policy and Beta test request from the Communications Committee. Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to amend the motion to conduct
See October 6 Minutes on p. 21
October 6 Minutes from p. 20
6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Entering Lot for Maintenance. No action necessary. 6.2 This Item was Removed from Agenda Prior to the Meeting. 6.3 Consideration of Authorizing an Expenditure for Purchase of a Clubhouse Kitchen Cleveland Steamer in the Amount of $15,426.02 with Funds from the Repair and Replacement Reserve. (Resolution 2018-18) (D18-107) Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board approve Resolution 2018-18, a General Resolution, authorizing an Expenditure for Purchase of a Clubhouse Kitchen Cleveland Steamer in the amount of $15,426.02, funds to come from the Repair and Replacement Reserve. 7. Member General Comments: Three members commented on the need for an ECC appeals process. One member requested assistance to correct a stormwater drainage easement that caused flood conditions on her property. 8. Director Comments: Director Zukowski requested Committees be careful not to make comments critical of other Committees when writing articles for the Lake Currents.
LOW Veterans October Meeting by Fred Pulis, LOW Veterans Club
A lot of new and exciting things will occur at the LOW Veterans Club meeting on Oct. 25. First of all, Retired Army Major General Heidi Brown will be the featured guest speaker. The meeting will start at 7 PM in the Game Room of the Community Center. Second, Nominating Chair William Derryberry will announce the slate of officers for 2019-2020. Additional names may be submitted at the meeting. Immediately thereafter the club will hold its election of officers. Third, a spokesman for Families of the Wounded will provide a presentation about the mission and purpose of this organization. This organization is one to which the LOW Veterans Club provides a substantial donation. Additionally, tickets will go on sale for the Dec. 7 Christmas Party at the Clubhouse. The cost of the four entrée dinner is $25. The LOW Veterans Club has decided to invite all LOW World War Two veterans and their spouses and care givers. More details will be forthcoming as more information becomes available. Joe McEuen won the pair of tickets to tomorrow’s performance of Hello Dolly. The tickets were donated by the LOW Players to assist the Veterans Club treasury.
Join SARWC for Wine and Cheese by Connie Buttimer, Republican Women’s Club
On Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 5 to 7 PM, the Susan Allen Republican Women will host a Wine and Cheese Reception at the Clubhouse. Virginia State Senator Bryce Reeves and Delegate Nick Freitas will be there to urge us to vote in the upcoming Nov. 6 election. Friends and neighbors are invited to come and enjoy your favorite selection from the clubhouse wine collection. For just $10 you will get a glass of wine or beer and assorted cheeses, fruits and warm snacks. A cash bar also will be available. Reservations are required to ensure we will have plenty of wine and goodies to offer. Before Friday, Oct. 19, call Toni Ruther at 540-972-0295, or email at jtruther@verizon.net. Then send a check for $10 per person to SARWC, PO Box 803, Locust Grove, VA 22508.
by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor The Rapidan Service Authority has established a website, rapidan.org. It provides useful information about RSA, including reading your meter, water quality reports, improvement projects and job announcements. The website also includes information on RSA Board members and meetings, and identifies appropriate operations and administrative staff personnel and provides their contact phone numbers. Various options for paying water and sewer bills are also on the website. For Locust Grove customers, there is a more extensive description of the water and sewer systems, the billing system and how to find water leaks. The website is not complete and additional information is planned. If you look at the website and do not find information that you would expect, please let me know and we will try to add it. At their last meeting, the Supervisors held public hearings and approved four changes to the Orange County ordinances. The first dealt with a change to the zoning ordinance which would permit the grading of properties prior to the completion of the site plan details addressing all features of the development. This would save developers time in getting projects completed. The second ordinance change would align the violation and fines with state law for animals running at large. This would apply to horses, mules, cattle, hogs, sheep and goats. Not much applicability to LOW, but there is a separate ordinance dealing with dogs that was not changed. The third change involved trespass. It would allow individual property owners to designate the Sheriff’s Office as “lawfully in charge” of the owner’s property to deal with trespass when the owner is not present. Currently, if a deputy sees someone lurking on private property, he does not have authority to ask them to leave. If an owner provides formal designation, this provides authority. The fourth ordinance change involved short-term rentals of residential property. It requires property owners who have residential property which they offer or rent for periods of less than 30 days to register that property with the Orange County Commissioner of the Revenue. The primary purpose of this registration is to ensure that the 2 percent transient occupancy tax is collected. The recent change to the Virginia Code allows local governments to impose this registration, but exempts time shares, hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, campgrounds and property owners represented by real estate professionals. The exemption for real estate professional-managed property relies on the requirement that these professionals must follow all appropriate laws. While most ordinances are in effect when approved by the Supervisors, this one was delayed to Nov. 1 to give property owners time to respond. To reduce the administrative burden, the Supervisors made a last minute change to exempt property owners who were already paying the appropriate occupancy tax, since that met the registration requirement. To assist property owners who are renting their homes through one of the web-based services, the county has prepared a brochure that discusses various aspects of home rental such as insurance or safety. Copies of that brochure should be available at the Holcomb Building prior to the ordinance effective date. If you have questions about county government or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at leeframe@ orangecountyva.gov.
Lake Currents October 19, 2018
9. Scheduled Meetings • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, October 17, 2018, 2 PM, Community Center. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday November 3, 2018, 10 AM, Community Center. 10. Adjournment: Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 1:11 p.m. Walter Diercks, LOWA Secretary
Orange County Supervisor’s Letter
Orange County
the Beta test only starting immediately and ending January 1, 2019, and conduct the procedure as proposed in the Policy. Vote on the original motion as amended passed unanimously. 5.5 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents Proposed Amendments to LOWA (D-18-106) Regulations IV.F: Individual Behavior; VIII.A.4.: Use of the Clubhouse; XII.E.1.: Use of the Swimming Pools; and XVII. D.1.: Use of the Community Center, Regarding Smoking, to Include Vaping and E-cigarettes. Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board approve publishing in Lake Currents the proposed amendments to LOWA Regulations IV.F: Individual Behavior; VIII.A.4.: Use of the Clubhouse; XII.E.1.: Use of the Swimming Pools; and XVII D.1.: Use of the Community Center, Regarding Smoking, to Include Vaping and E-cigarettes.
Changes Affect Everyone
by Alayna Stiffler, LOW Knowledge Club Words sell. How many times have you been influenced by a something new? How many times have you purchased the greatest new product because the infomercial made it look so easy or are you drawn in and tempted by commercials? Our minds are triggered by shiny bright objects, things that will make our life easier and the newest upgrades. Organizations make upgrades every year to improve their services and when the upgrades come, the information changes and when the information changes, the program offers new and improved benefits or remove benefits that impact us. Either way, once the program changes, the consumers using their services are affected. In the event the change affects us, we often are the last to know. The Knowledge Club keeps up with many of the changes, and that is why we invite guest speakers to share the changes with you. In November, The Knowledge Club will meet two times at the Community Center. Join us on Nov. 8 at 6:30 PM. The topic will be Retirement and Women and how time matters. On Nov. 20, at 10 AM, discover the multiple ways for Tax Free Investing. You can also visit our Facebook group @ LOWKnowledgeClub to follow our calendar and request topics that you are interested in learning more about. For more information, email LOWKnowledgeClub@gmail.com.
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Rental
Classifieds
Lake Currents October 19, 2018
LAKEFRONT RENTAL for vacations, graduations, reunions at your back door. Sleeps 18. Three night minimum. Call Tom at 540268-0908. (LOWA registered).
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Services 1 CALL ABOVE All Johnny B Quick Services. Driveway Sealing, Mulching, Tree removal, Painting inside and out, A/C Repair and Maintenance, Junk Removal and more. Call our team at 540-9035473. 1 CALL TAKES Care of It All Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 1ST CLASS EXTERMINATING, LLC, 540-854-6759. “Pet and People Friendly Treatments.” 24 HOUR EMERGENCY Service and Storm Damage Repairs. We work with your insurance! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. A TOUCH OF CLASS CLEANING by Deborah. Over 20 years experience LOW. (Cell) 540845-3914 or 540-972-1554. A&T ENTERPRISES Household repairs and upgrades. Install Toilets, Water Heaters. No job too small. LOW resident 6 years. References available. Terry 412760-4593. A/C & HEATING Ask Logan for Repairs and Maintenance checkups at 540-903-5473. A/C & HEATING Installation/ Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. AIRPORT RIDES at Lowest Local Rate. Call for quotes. I will coordinate availability and make it happen. Didier’s Rides provides both Lyft and Uber ride sharing. Winery day trips also available. (LOW resident) at 540-661-2377. ALL HOME IMPROVEMENTS, all flooring, decks, basement finishing, roofing, painting, bath and kitchen remodeling, power washing, house and garage cleanouts, additions, house building. Gutter Cleaning and Install Seamless Gutters. Have small backhoe for digging drain pipes and drain tiles. Licensed and insured. Call Jerry at 540-840-2248 for free estimates. ALL TYPES of Alterations. Lillian 540-412-5741. ANIMAL CARETAKER/Pet Sitting. Reliable and experienced animal caretaker in LOW. Excellent availability and rates. Call/text 540850-5514, Nikki. ARMITAGE PAINTING – Interior & exterior painting, power washing, deck staining, carpentry, drywall and plumbing. Tile and remodeling, and more. 540-672-2252. ASK LOGAN about our Discount Prices on Mulching, and Junk Removal and Moving. Call Johnny B Quick, 540-903-5473.
ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Maintenance Services. Lifetime LOW Resident! Class A Licensed/Insured! I will beat anyone’s written price and donate to a home in India that rescues the smallest victims of sex trafficking. See all our classifieds. AskLukeZello.com, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT PAVING, Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. BARBARA’S CLEANING. Regular, Move-in or out, or Onetime Cleanings are welcome. Baths & Kitchens a specialty. 540-4239304. BASEMENT BUILDOUT, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BOB’S GOT The Eye Security. Keep an eye on your home with security cameras anywhere (live). Call Bob at 540-498-5026 for a free estimate. BRICK/STONE Masonry Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. BULKHEADS and DOCKS, Boat slips, Ground level decks, Walkways, Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. Licensed and Insured, including Workman Compensation for all employees. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else. LOWA has contracted our services for the past 15-plus years. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build many beautiful docks each year. We do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, and the new LOW Kayak Dock. We recently installed over 1000 ft., of new bulkhead work at Meadow Farms Golf Course. Let us show you why we stay so busy. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. BULKHEADS, DOCKS, and Decks. Our price, materials, and quality is unmatched. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. C&C DESIGNS - Custom Home Enhancements. Remodeling/ additions, kitchens/bathrooms, custom concrete showers/ countertops, and custom kitchen islands. New concrete and decorative concrete restoration and resurfacing. Decks, retaining walls, and tranquility gardens. Landscaping and leaf removal. Indoor/outdoor ponds, fountains, waterfalls. Interior and exterior painting and deck staining. Custom Pet Homes and Play areas. Call Curtis 540-903-8219. If You Can Imagine It, I can Make it a Reality. CARPENTRY, FRAMING or Custom Build-ins. Call Mark 540845-1816. CARPET STEAM Cleaning – Garland Ray, Vietnam Veteran. Powerful truck-mounted equipment. Cleaning in Lake for over 20 years. 540-832-7602.
CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CJ HOME IMPROVEMENTS, Kitchen and Bath Remodel. 540424-1172 or 540-661-8270. CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com. CLEANING/HOUSEKEEPING. LOW References. 540-735-4915. CONCRETE MASONRY Driveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. CONTRACTOR - HIRE a Professional without all the material and subcontractor mark-ups. Credit cards accepted 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. CRAWLSPACE WATER Issues? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CULVERT REPLACEMENT Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CUSTOM HOUSE Painting. Inside and out. Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773. Free estimates. CUSTOM SHARPENING 540308-9895. www.fastsharp.com. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING/Painting/ Sealing. Call Mark 540-845-1816. DOCKS, BULKHEADS, DECKS, and more. Our company has been doing work in LOW since 1976 and has always given our customers affordable, quality and reliable work. Licensed and Insured and we do all of our own work. My Dad started the business in 1976 and I joined him in 1986 when I graduated from Orange County High School. Most of the original bulkheads in LOW were built by me and my Dad and the design for the bulkheads that are used today was created by my Dad, Rixey Almond. Many bulkheads and docks are still standing after 25+ years. We only use large equipment if it is absolutely necessary and then only with the permission of the homeowner. We also do Log Homes, Log Home Repair, Additions, Garages, Barns and no job to small. We will give references upon request or proudly take you to see our work. When you are planning to have work done always compare apples to apples!! Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of insurance are happily provided. Call Almond Construction LLC., Roger Almond 540-207-0979. DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, decks. Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! Resident since 1967. 540220-2764. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY PAVING, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY SEALING, we use environmentally friendly Sealmaster to keep our lake safe. Call Johnny B. Quick and save money at 540903-5369.
DRYWALL - NEW Drywall or Repair Work. Call Mark 540-8451816. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Call Mark 540-845-1816. ELECTRICAL ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. FALL SERVICES: Seasoned Firewood, Leaf Removal, Tree Removal, Fertilization, and Much More. Free estimates, Stanley Lawn Care, 540-308-8072. FASCIA/SOFFIT Rot, Call Mark 540-845-1816. FIREWOOD. ALL seasoned hardwoods; split and ready to burn. Stanley Lawn Care, 540-308-8072. FLOORING - HARDWOOD/Tile/ Laminates. Call Mark 540-845-1816. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. GARY’S OUTDOOR SERVICE. Leaves and gutter cleaning. Call 540-229-5959. GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. GUTTER GUARDS, gutter cleaning, gutter repairs and home repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Home Owner. Kenny Skeen, 540972-4326. HANDYMAN PLUS - 32 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 20 years. I don’t claim to know it all, and I can’t do it all, but what I can do, I do well. To inquire and for a free estimate, call Erich 972-2664 HOME REPAIRS, Call Mark 540845-1816. HOUSEKEEPING. LOW References. 540-735-4915. INSULATION - GARAGE/ Basements/Attic/Crawl Space. Call Mark 540-845-1816. IVAN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Professional painting, drywall repair and installation; tile/backsplash repair and installation. We also install crown molding, chair rail, baseboards & all your carpentry needs, kitchen & bath remodeling, hardwood floor installation, also installation of ceiling fans & light fixtures. Does your house or deck have unsightly mold - let us make it beautiful again by power washing it! We also paint garage floors with 2-part Epoxy paint. Senior citizen & military discounts. Licensed & Insured. Call Ivan Ducceschi 540729-0939. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. JUNK REMOVAL Fast, Call Johnny B. Quick 540-903-5369. JUST THINKING About SELLING your house and don’t know how to start or who to call? I can offer free guidance and a free written estimate of value. LOW Realtor since 1991 Call Vassa Olson at 540-840-9444 or Vassaatthelake@gmail.com, C-21 Redwood LOW. KENNY SKEENS Home Repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Homeowner. 540-972-4326. LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, installation, maintenance. Residential, commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540-656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@gmail.com.
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For Sale EXERCISE MACHINES, New Bowflex Max Trainer M3, $650; Fast Track AB Coaster, $150; Dog Crate, New giant size with Extension Ring Airline type, $150. 540-735-4471. FOR SALE Echo PB 26 DL backpack leafblower. $100. 540972-4161 LONGABERGER SALE includes many baskets, liners, protectors, lids, pottery and some wrought iron pieces. Saturday, Oct. 20, 9 AM-12 PM; Sunday, Oct. 21, 12-4 PM; Monday, Oct. 22, 6-8 PM. 419 Wilderness Drive. WATER SKI BOAT For Sale, “Master Craft style” with wakeboard pole system. Well maintained, $6200. 202-465-5238.
Yard Sales GARAGE SALE - 2 days only, Fri. Oct. 26 and Sat. Oct. 27, 9 AM to 4:30 PM. Christmas items, Tools, Fishing Rods Reals, winter sports items, small appliances and more. 3413 Lakeview Parkway (LOW), 540-972-3070. GARAGE SALE – Sat., October 20, 8:30 AM–Noon. Good Stuff/ Cheap. 113 Birchside Circle (Rain or Shine). See Facebook - LOW Garage Sale.
Employment CAREGIVER NEEDED parttime for high-functioning 7 year old autistic boy. Provide care, behavioral support, homework help after school, vacations, summer. 16 hrs / week school year, 40 hrs / week summer. Reliable transportation required to take child to appointments and activities 5 days / week, mileage reimbursed. Background check required. Paid via Medicaid, PPL. Email brodeurcarolyn-2018@yahoo.com. HELP WANTED Company in Lake of the Woods is looking for an office assistant/bookkeeper. This person needs to be a team player who pays attention to detail and accuracy and highly organized. Part-time 20-24 hrs. per week, possibly leading to full-time in 2019. Proficiency with QuickBooks preferred, but willing to train, MS Word, and Excel. Send cover letter and resume to kerry@ p p bandkproperties.com.
Wanted WANTED American whisky & bourbon bottles or decanters, sealed and unopened. Older, the better. Cash. Call 540-845-6107 or email majiddk@comcast.net.
Misc. FREE OUTDOOR Table and Chairs; and TV Console Cabinet. Call 703-517-8092.
LOWA Employment Administration. Part-Time Member Services Receptionist. Some experience working in customer service environment essential. Requirements include good PC skills, excellent telephone manner and flexible, friendly personality. Receptionist answers inquiries regarding member accounts, amenities, barcode issues, and processes forms and payments. Variable work hours including some Saturdays. Equestrian Center. Part-Time Stable Worker. The successful, dependable candidate will assist with barn chores, including cleaning stalls and paddocks, cleaning and filling water tubs, feeding the horses and blanketing when weather requires. Additional duties may include assisting with pony rides and parties, trail rides and helping with shows and other special events. Previous experience working with Equines required.
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PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. REMODEL - YOU have an idea? We’ll make it a reality. Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements. Call Mark 540-845-1816. REPAIRS & ROOFING. Install new, skylights, Repair Now Before Winter. Clean stains/mold, Seamless gutters. Best warranty. 540-972-9444. ROOF LEAKING - Give us a call for a free estimate. Leaky roof or new, we’ve got you covered. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOFING and REPAIRS - No leak guarantee! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SERVICE UNLIMITED. Affordable plumbing, home repairs and service. Licensed and insured. Yearly Plumbing Program. LOW homeowner. 540-287-3984. 24 hours for emergency. SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-7357977. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLC, - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-9075800 or talkingbird@comcast.net. Fully insured and Free estimates. STEPPING FORWARD A New Beginning LLC Life Coach, www. charlotclaudon.com 864-556-0321. TREE CARE/REMOVAL - Premier Arbor Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794. TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. TYLER’S HARDCORE Tree Service - “We Get the Job Done.” Tree and stump removal from storm damage, mulching, lot clean up, backyard clearing, hauling, and tree trimming. Dead wood limbs removed out of trees. You will be pleased with my work when we are finished. Payment due when work is completed. References upon request. Call us 24/7 at 540-8606550. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 898-7773.
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LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LANDSCAPING MULCH, double-shredded hardwood. Delivered on dump truck, 17 cu. yds. or 10 cu. yd. size loads. 540825-1472. LAWN MOWING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL, 101HP Diesel ODB Municipal 16” Leaf Vacuum. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL/Yard Clean-up. Call Mark 540-845-1816. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. M.A.N.’s DRYWALL, LLC. Drywall and remodeling company. When you see the name Mark throughout these ads it is tied to my company. All work guaranteed for at least 1-year. Insured for your peace of mind. Don’t fall for contractors that mark-up materials and subcontractors. I am personally on every job working beside my guys. Show me a proposal by a licensed and insured contractor and I will beat their estimate. L.O.W. resident for 11 years. Free estimates. Credit cards accepted with 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MOVING SERVICE. Call Johnny B. Quick, 540-903-5369. MULCH DELIVERY - Doubleshredded hardwood. For prices, call Brian, 540-219-7660. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. MULCHING 4 The BEST Price, Ask Logan at Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5473. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. Onsite, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-288-8564. PAINTING - INTERIOR and Exterior. Never sprayed, always rolled to give you better coverage and a better finish. Call Mark 540845-1816. PAINTING- PIONEER Painting: 30 years in business, licensed and insured, A+ rating on Angie’s List. Call 540-220-8439 for free estimate. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PAINTING: Interior Painting and Drywall Repair at its best. 20 years of references in LOW, free estimates, licensed, insured, a LOWLINC provider, A+ rating on Angie’s List. See full-page ad in LOW phone directory. Call Lee Jenkins, Lee’s Handyman Service, 540-854-7408. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. PLUMBING PROBLEMS? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. POWER WASHING- Go from green to clean. Do you have mold on your siding, rotten wood, that’s a HOA violation. Call 540-642-2349 for estimates. Licensed/Insured. 10% Discount for seniors and military.
Clubhouse. Part-Time Servers/Banquet Servers. Flexible hours working with a great team. Must be over 18 years of age, personable with good communication skills and basic knowledge of dining room and service procedures. Ability to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food weighing up to 25 pounds essential. Fareways. Part-Time Bartender. Successful applicant will mix and serve beverages at the Sports Bar and Grill. Applicants must be 21 years old, willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Job requires superb customer service skills. One-two years’ experience required. Fareways. Part-Time Line Cook. Position available at the Golf Course Sports Bar and Dining facility. Required to accurately and efficiently cook hot food products as well as prepare and portion food prior to cooking. A minimum of one year experience is preferred along with good communication skills, ability to work flexible hours and a team spirit. All Pay Market Competitive. Submit applications and resumes to HR@ LOWA.org or fax to 540-972-2243. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and have a valid VA driver’s license. More information regarding these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. EOE. 23
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