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The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 19, No. 12

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Equestrian Center Horse Show

by Susan Flores, Equestrian Committee Join us for our fall Horse Show at the LOW Equestrian Center, Sunday, Oct. 10, at 9 AM. Our Equestrian Center typically sponsors four horse shows a year -- Virginia Horse Show Association and Battlefield Horse Show Association recognized hunter series. Adult and junior students are welcome to participate in horse shows both at home and in the local circuit. Lake of the Woods is proud to host the longest running hunter show series in the Fredericksburg area! The prize list, registration form, and information about the LOW horse shows can be found at https://www.lowa.org/ Amenities/Equestrian-Center. Admission is free for show spectators. Bring a chair and join us!

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October 8, 2021

Schützenfest 2021 Tenth Annual October Festival Held at the LOW Woods Center

Saturday, October 16 Join us for some Outdoor fun!! Sign up for golf at Pro Shop ($40 per person) Golf starts at 9:00 am Band plays free from 1pm-5pm

• Nine Hole Scramble • Moon Bounce for Kids • Corn Bag Toss • Kiddies Corn Bag Toss • Listen to free music performed by our very own Oompah Band Activities subject to change

German Food & Beer / Prizes for the most skilled! Hosted by the LOW Thursday Men’s Industrial Golf League to benefit the LOWA Swim Team

Call the Pro Shop for more information about these events 540-972-2230

President's Letter Agenda Association News General Manager Board Minutes Calendar Viewpoints Orange County Classifieds

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Monday, Oct. 11 Columbus Day LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed. Saturday, Oct. 16 Schutzenfest Festival & Golf Tourney 9 AM, Woods Center, Golf Course Wednesday, Oct. 20 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center, Zoom

Saturday, Oct. 23 Drug Take Back Day 10 AM-2PM, CH Lower Level Parking Lot

LOWA Website Links TEKControl (Visitor Management) LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL

Tuesday, Oct. 26 LOWA Special Board Meeting, Reserve Study 9 AM, Community Center, Zoom

Vote in the ECC Referendum www.LOWA.org/ECCReferendum support@vote-now.com https://vtnw.com/go/LOWAResend/

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President’s Letter by Pete Brown

We all recently enjoyed a wonderful weekend of “end of summer” type weather. It was perfect for three fundraising events that occurred. Friday was the final Concert on the Point with Chris and Mark raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. On Saturday, LOW Arts hosted the first day of the annual Art Show and Sale which raises money to support Orange County Schools Arts programs. Sunday capped off the weekend with the Art of Wine which raised money for LOWLINC. I am always amazed at the generosity of our members in supporting these and other events and the volunteers who work so hard to host them. By the time you read this letter, the Planning Committee will have hosted their annual town hall review of the 2022-2026 Capital Plan. They evaluate proposed repair and replacement and major lake management improvement projects valued over $100,000, and all new capital projects. They will rank all and make their recommendations to the Board. The Board will have completed our two-day retreat to formulate our goals for the upcoming fiscal year. We will also have had the LOWA Special Meeting of the Membership on Oct. 6, regarding the 2019 ECC Referendum.

Lake Currents October 8, 2021

Now we transition to fall weather and leaves are upon us. I hope you read the Fall Leaf Removal Guide Do’s and Don’ts in the last issue of Lake Currents. (Hint: please keep them out of the ditches!). I encourage everyone to read their Lake Currents for information about our community. Our LOWA.org website and official Facebook page can also guide you to contacts for accurate information. So, Board goals and objectives are still being discussed, the goals will be published in the October 22 issue of the Lake Currents. Budget guidelines have been approved, and the General Manager and staff have begun preparing the annual budget for fiscal year 2022-2023! This process continues until the budget is adopted in February. In the meanwhile, the GM and staff continue to operate LOWA on a day-to-day basis, and the Board and Committees do their ongoing business. It takes many people and a lot of work to make Lake of the Woods a wonderful place to live. On behalf of our community, thank you one and all!

Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting October 20, 2021 2 PM, Community Center 12:30 p.m. CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2:00 p.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 2, 2021 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS AND MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 4. PRESENTATIONS 4.1 Lakes Management Implementation Plan Semi-Annual Report – Nick Blankenship, Environmental Resources Manager 4.2 Planning Committee List of New Asset and Improvement Reserve Projects for the Five-Year Capital Plan – Jim Zavrel, Planning Committee Join Zoom Meeting 5. REPORTS Visit www.LOWA.org/Agendas for Zoom 5.1 Officer Reports information. A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Changes C. Referendum Update 5.2 General Manager Report A. Coronavirus and LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations B. September Financials 5.3 Committee Liaison Reports A. Maintenance and Ecology - Proposed Charter Changes 5.4 Committee Reports A. External Affairs – William Lukaczyk, Chair

6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Adopting Board Goals for the 2021-2022 Board Term 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Discussion of Level II Replacement Reserve Report FY 2022 7.2 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS

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9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Special Board of Directors Meeting for the Purpose of Discussing the Reserve Study, Tuesday, October 26, 2021, Community Center 9:00 am Open Session • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, November 6, 2021, 9:00 am Executive Session, 10:00 am Open Session • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Tuesday, November 16, 2021, Clubhouse, 1:00 pm Executive Session, 2:00 pm Open Session • Special Board of Directors Meeting (Dinner Meeting with Orange County Board of Supervisors), Wednesday, November 17, 2021, Clubhouse, 6:00 pm Open Session 10. ADJOURNMENT *The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items as necessary. Please silence phones and maintain order throughout the meeting. Thank you. 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.)

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 is the official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc; all content in this newsletter is published at the discretion of the LOWA Board of Directors and Management (USPS 872-400) and 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). POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508.

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Note: These minutes are provided for member review Present Phillip Brown, President Teri Vickery, Vice President Walter Diercks, Treasurer Richard Rappoport, Secretary Clifton Wilks Jennifer Zukowski Carl Clawson (from 9:02 a.m.)

Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager

Bottom Line Up Front: It is a sign of a healthy community association when the Board of Directors funds and Management implements its Replacement Reserve Study. Each year the LOWA Board and Management review the Replacement Reserve Study prepared by a Reserve Specialist company to make sure LOWA plans for the eventual replacement of community assets when they reach the end of their useful lives. On Oct. 26, the Board will meet to review the newest Replacement Reserve Study prepared by Miller-Dodson Associates. What is a Replacement Reserve Study? It is a study to determine the necessity and amount of funds required to be reserved to repair, replace, and restore capital components. A Reserve Specialist, an engineer by training, comes to the community to see for him/herself all the components that make up the study.

September 29, 2021 Call to Order 1. OPEN SESSION President Brown called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. for the purpose of discussing Board goals for the coming year. 2. Confirmation of Quorum Secretary Rappoport confirmed that a quorum was present and proper notice made to all members of record.

4. Discussion of Major Issues and Goals President Brown and General Manager Phil Rodenberg led the Board in a discussion of major issues and potential Board goals for the coming Board year. Recess: President Brown declared a short recess at 10:13 a.m., and reconvened the meeting at 10:23 a.m. to continue discussion. Recess: President Brown declared a short recess at 12:15 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 12:29 p.m. to continue discussion. Recess: President Brown declared a short recess at 3:26 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 3:34 p.m. to continue discussion. 5. Recess Without objection, Secretary Rappoport called the meeting into Recess at 4:44 p.m., to reconvene at 9:00 a.m. September 30, 2021 in the Clubhouse.

What are capital components? They are the hundreds of assets LOWA owns, excluding long-lasting items such as buildings. We have 844 replacement components in the new reserve study! Think of items such as Clubhouse kitchen equipment, Equestrian Center horses, Fitness Center treadmills, Sweetbriar Pool pump, Golf mowing equipment, Lakes buoys, and Roads dump trucks. Recently we replaced our aging amphibious excavator, used for dredging lakes coves, with a new Caterpillar land-based excavator to be mounted on a barge with a 15-year useful life. The replacement study tells us when such replacements should take place. Other reserve study facts: • The Commonwealth of Virginia requires a community association to conduct a reserves study at least every five years, and that the Board review it annually. LOWA does its study every three years (to keep it responsive to changing costs) and reviews it annually. • This year’s study is a “Level II” study that includes an Inventory of common community facilities and infrastructure components that require periodic replacement, a Condition Report of that inventory, and a Financial Plan for maintaining the inventory. • The study details replacements over 40 years – every year from 2022 to 2062. • LOWA’s 2021-2022 assessment includes a Repair & Replacement Contribution to Reserves totaling $1.7 Million ($1,698,017), which is $399 per residential lot. Want to see last year’s study? Go to LOWA.Org and look under the Administration (Admin) tab for Reserve Studies - Lake of the Woods (lowa. org). You will need a Member Login. Want to participate? The LOWA Board meets on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at 9 AM in the Community Center to go over the Miller-Dodson Associates study. This will be a deep dive into the next five years of replacement items; the meeting could last up to three hours. You can attend in person or via Zoom.

September 30, 2021 Call to Order

See September 29 & 30 Board Minutes on p. 15

Enjoy this lovely fall weather and stay COVID eafe!

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ECC Office: 540-972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM

Equestrian Center: 540-972-2238 M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM (Appt. required) Sat/Sun 9 AM-5 PM Lessons/Pony Rides by appt.

Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Dining Room: Wed 5-9 PM; Th-Fri 5-10 PM; Sat 11 AM-10 PM; Sun 1-4 PM Sun Brunch, 10 AM-1 PM Takeout Available Menu: www.LOWA.org/Clubhouse

Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 Takeout Available M, Tu, F, Sat, 8 AM-7 PM W, Th, 8 AM-9 PM Sun: 8 AM-6 PM *Last order will be taken 1-hour before closing time. Last call for alcohol will be 30 minutes before closing. Menu: www.LOWA.org/Fareways

Community Center: 540-972-9680

Fitness Center: 540-412-6016 Daily: 5 AM-11 PM

Lake Currents October 8, 2021

3. Approval of Agenda Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda.

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Special Board of Directors Meeting/Retreat and Executive Session September 29 and 30, 2021 Unapproved Minutes 9:00 a.m., Clubhouse

Replacement Reserve Study and Implementation a Healthy Sign for Our Community

Daily 7:30 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 8 AM daily

Maintenance Office: 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Marina Gas Dock Sat/Sun: 9:30 AM-5:30 PM (through Oct. 31) 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily: 7 AM-7 PM Closed Wednesdays Pickleball: Paul Jacobson, 630-715-5657 Outdoor Courts available 7 AM-11 PM

Security/Front Gate: 540-972-2210 or 540-972-2020 LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM-11 PM Trash: LOW Compactor Site 540-672-9600 M, TU, TH, F, 7:30 AM-7 PM Sat 8 AM-5 PM; Sun 9 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays and holidays County Waste: 540-727-0887 Curbside trash recycling/collection: Wednesdays 3

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Board Seeks Member Input on Amending the Bylaws and Regulations Amendment Process The Board of Directors is seeking member comment regarding proposed amendments the Bylaws and Regulations Amendment Process. Members who wish to provide comment or feedback should email the Board at Board@LOWA.org by Oct. 22, by 2 PM. What is proposed? Why? The Bylaws and Regulations amendments primarily focus on Step 2 of the amendment process, but there are updates to other sections as well. Director Wilks noted that the GM and Executive Assistant prepare the policy resolution for Board action rather than the Rules Committee. The amendment is also being revised to allow the Rules Committee to formally register an opinion that runs contrary to the Board and streamlines the process for approving non-substantive amendments with out further review. Who proposed it? Director Cliff Wilks worked with the Rules Committee on clarifying the committee’s role in the Bylaws and Regulations amendment process. The LOWA Attorney also provided comments which have been incorporated. What is the effect? The amendments will clarify the process by which a policy resolution is prepared and sent to the Rules Committee. It will also allow the Rules committee an opportunity to formally express its opinion when it differs from the Board. The amendment also enables the Board to approve an amendment without further review if the amendment is “wholly administrative and non-substantive.”

The proposed amendment(s) to the LOWA Bylaws Article XVI – Amendments

Lake Currents October 8, 2021

(changes are shown with bold and strike thru)

These Bylaws may be amended by the Board of Directors, at a regular meeting or at a special meeting of the Board of Directors called for this purpose. The Bylaws are amended according to the following procedure: Step 1: Any proposed amendment to the Bylaws and or the Rules and Regulations may come from any Member of the Association, any of the advisory committees, the General Manager, or any member of the Board of Directors. All proposed amendments must be submitted to the Board of Directors who shall decide determine if vote on whether the proposed amendment is needed and al has enough merit to send to the Rules Committee and Association AttorneyLOWA Counsel for review. The Board may vote to send the proposed amendment to the Rules Committee and LOWA Counsel. ; All proposed amendments must be submitted to the Board of Directors who shall determine whether the proposed amendment is necessary or otherwise in the best interest of LOWAeded and, if so, has enough merit to send the proposed amendment to the Rules Committee and LOWA Counsel for review.; If the Board determines that the amendment is wholly administrative and non-substantive, the Board may approve the amendment without further review.or, for purely non-substantive amendments of an administrative nature, to approve the amendment directly. For Exceptional Service

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Step 2. If the proposed amendment is submitted by the Board to the Rules Committee, tThe Rules Committee will must conduct research to determine if the proposal is ambiguous, redundant, or in conflict with the Declaration, Articles of Incorporation, other Bylaws provisions, Bylaws, Articles or applicable law. The Rules Committee must also consider if the proposal is fair, reasonable and enforceable. If so, the Rules Committee determines that the proposal is ambiguous, redundant, or conflicting, it The Committee shall prepare proposed wording and submit recommendations to the Board to eliminate and/or correct any deficiency referenced above. it shall report this conclusion to the Board; otherwise, the Rules Committee shall prepare a resolution using appropriate language in congruence with the Declaration, Bylaws, Articles and applicable law and submit the resolution to the Board. LOWA Counsel will be requested to perform the legal review and report their findings to the Board of Directors and General Manager. Step 3. After receiving the reports from the Attorney and the Rules Committee and LOWA Counsel, the Board may approve, modify, or reject the proposed amendment resolution. If approved, the Board shall forward the proposed amendment it to the General Manager for publication in the “Lake Currents”. Currents.” The Association Members will then have two weeks from the date of the “Lake Currents” publication to forward written comments to the Board of Directors. Step 4. The Board shall take into consideration the comments received from the Members and shall adopt, reject, or modify the proposed amendment. If the Board determines that its the changes to the proposal are significant, the proposed amendment will again be published in “Lake Currents” for additional member comment. Following the designated two weeks for additional comments and final approval by the Board, the approved amendment shall be be incorporated into the Bylaws. A majority affirmative approval vote by of a majority of the Directors on the Board is required for any amendment to the Bylaws to become effective. The Board shall, upon adoption, announce the effective date of the amendment. (Amended June 15, 2016.) Step 5. The GM shall ensure the adopted amendment is published in “Lake Currents” in a timely manner. (Amended June 15, 2016.)These Bylaws may be amended by the Board of Directors, at a regular meeting or at a special meeting of the Board of Directors called for this purpose. The Bylaws are amended according to the following procedure:

The proposed amendment(s) to the LOWA Regulations. Section I.K (changes are shown with bold and strike thru)

If the proposal is redundant or in conflict with the governing documents or any other regulation, it shall prepare proposed wording and submit recommendations to the Board to eliminate or correct the deficiency K. PROCEDURE FOR NEW AND AMENDED LOWA REGULATIONS: (2/5/2011) These Regulations may be amended by the Board of Directors, at a regular meeting or at a special meeting of the Board of Directors called for this purpose. All Regulations become effective when promulgated and/ or amended according to the following procedure. Step 1: Any proposed amendment to the Rules and Regulations may come from any Member of the Association, any of the advisory committees, the General Manager, or any member of the Board of Directors. All proposed amendments must be submitted to the Board of Directors who shall decide if vote on whether the proposed amendment is needed and has enough merit to send to the Rules Committee and LOWA Counsel for review. The Board may vote to send the proposed amendment to the Rules Committee and LOWA Counsel; All proposed amendments must be submitted to the Board of Directors who shall determinevote on whether the proposed amendment is necessary or otherwise in the best interest of LOWA, and if so, eded and has enough merit to send the proposed amendment to the Rules Committee and LOWA Counsel for review. If the Board determines that the amendment is wholly administrative and non-substantive, the Board may approve the amendment without further reviewor, for purely non-substantive amendments of an administrative nature, to approve the amendment directly.

See Bylaws & Regulation Amendments on p. 5

Step 4. The Board shall take into consideration the comments received from the Members and shall adopt, reject, or modify the proposed amendment. If the Board determines that the changes to the proposal are significant, the proposed amendment will be published in “Lake Currents” for additional member comment. Following the designated two weeks for comments and final approval by the Board, the approved amendment shall be incorporated into the Bylaws Regulations. A majority affirmative approval vote by the Directors on the Board is required for any amendment to the Bylaws Regulations to become effective. The Board shall, upon adoption, announce the effective date of the amendment. (Amended June 15, 2016.)

Step 1: Any proposed change to LOWA Regulations can come from a LOW member in good standing, a LOWA committee, the General Manager or the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors shall determine if the request has enough merit to send to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Counsel. Step 2. If the proposed amendment is submitted by the Board to the Rules Committee, tThe Rules Committee must conduct research to determine if the proposal is ambiguous, redundant, or in conflict with the Declaration, Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, other Rules and Regulations or applicable law. The Committee must also consider if the proposal is fair, reasonable and enforceable. If so, it The Committee shall prepare proposed wording and submit recommendations to the Board to eliminate and/or correct any deficiency referenced above. LOWA Counsel will be requested to perform the legal review and report their findings to the Board of Directors and General Manager.

Step four: The Board of Directors shall take into consideration the comments received from the membership and shall adopt, reject or modify the proposed changes. Should the proposed redraft of the regulation be significant as proposed by a majority vote of the Board, the changes will again be published in Lake Currents for public comment. Following the designated two weeks for comDLMment and final approval by the Board of Directors, the adopted or modified Regulation(s) will be incorporated into the LOWA Regulations. The Board of Directors will upon adoption, announce the effective date of the proposed and/or modifies Regulation(s).

Step two: The Rules Committee conducts research to determine if the request is redundant or in conflict with the governing documents or any other regulation. If the Rules Committee determined that the proposal is redundant or conflicting it shall report this conclusion to the Board. Otherwise, the Rules Committee shall prepare a resolution using appropriate language in congruence with the governing documents and submit the resolution to the Board.

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Bylaws & Regulation Amendments from p. 4

Step 5. The GM shall ensure the adopted amendment is published in “Lake Currents” in a timely manner. (Amended June 15, 2016.) These Bylaws may be amended by the Board of Directors, at a regular meeting or at a special meeting of the Board of Directors called for this purpose. The Bylaws are amended according to the following procedure: Step five: The GM shall ensure the adopted amendment is published in Lake Currents in a timely manner before enforcement begins. (6/15/16)

Step 3. After receiving the reports from the Rules Committee and LOWA Counsel, the Board may approve, modify, or reject the proposed amendment. If approved, the Board shall forward the proposed amendment it to the General Manager for publication in the “Lake Currents”. Currents.” The Association Members will then have two weeks from the date of the “Lake Currents” publication to forward written comments to the Board of Directors. Step three: After receiving the reports of the general counsel and the Rules Committee, the Board of Directors approves, modifies or rejects the resolution. If approved, the Board forwards it to the General Manager for publication in the Lake Currents. The LOWA membership will then have not less than two weeks to comment to the Board on the new regulation.

Lakes Committee Seeks New Members

by Leif Henecke, Chair, Lakes Committee

Attention LOWA Members:

LOWA is selling a vacant lot suitable for home construction

110 Chesterfield Court Section 13, Lot 25

Lake Currents October 8, 2021

Come serve on one of the most rewarding and important LOWA Committees – the Lakes Committee! You will be an advisor to the LOWA Board of Directors and work with other members and LOWA Staff (Environmental, Facilities, and Security) on exciting key issues related to operating and maintaining our most priceless amenities, our beautiful lakes. As a member of this Committee, you will participate in all facets of lakes management. You will be directly involved in reviewing regulations as well as developing recommendations and resolutions regarding lakes usage to the Board. You will assist in monitoring and assessing the condition of the various beaches, marinas, and other facilities supporting our lakes. You can also be instrumental in helping to facilitate communication and coordination with other LOWA committees like Maintenance & Ecology, Safety & Security, and Planning as a Committee liaison. The Lakes Committee meets the third Monday of each month at 7 PM in the Community Center, Room1. Currently, alternate and advisor openings are available. An online membership application can be found at www. LOWA.org/Commmittees. We Love Our Lakes – Come Join Us!

Large, level wooded lot near the golf course on a cul de sac. 16,932 square feet Offers of no less than $65,000 will be accepted. Deadline for bids is October 15, 2021

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Annual Christkindlmarkt

Come out and see some of our community’s best bakers, crafters, and artisans displaying and selling their work for the upcoming holiday season

REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 20th, 2021 For questions or more information, call the Community Center at (540) 972-9680 or email at thayes@LOWA.org or ahubbell@LOWA.org

Saturday, December 4th, 2021, 9am-3pm

A Special Thank you… 2021 Winter Clothing Drive

The LOW Garden Club sincerely thanks the following donors whose generosity made this Fall’s renovation of the Clubhouse Garden a reality. This revival would not have been possible without their help. Elizabeth & Scott Beaulieu Donna & David Blackstone Rita & David Bowles Kathleen Bradie Barbara Brady Helen & Charles Brewer M.B. Caldwell Churchill Mortgage Company Janet Davis Debbie & Steve Hein Ann & Richard Humphrey Rose & Demetrio Javier Karen Kovarik Lakeside Title & Escrow Low Lions Club Foundation Locust Grove Title Jane & Thomas Neubig Vassa Olson (United Real Estate) Quality Support, Inc. Teresa Reingruber Wisniewski Nancy & Richard Schalk Dana Shrout Janice & John Simons Donald Wright James Ogletree

Once again, the Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, sponsored by the Lake of the Woods Lions and Lioness Clubs, is collecting clean, gently used, or new warm items. • •

COATS – SWEATERS – GLOVES – HATS

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2021 COLLECTION DROP OFF STATIONS – *Lake of the Woods Club House *Holcomb Building (Lower Level) *Licata Group Real Estate (Near CVS) *Fareways/Pro Shop entrance *Edward Jones Investment (Across from LOW Gate) *Lions Yard Sale (Saturdays 8:00 – 11:00; Velona Building)

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With your help, we hope to help as many needy families as we can. Volunteers will distribute the winter clothing on Saturday October 30th 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Lions Wilderness Food Pantry (located on State Road 20 in the Locust Grove Town Center). For more information please call Bill Kay (860) 989-9441 or Nicki Buell (703) 217-5615. Thank you in advance for your support!

Tuesday, October 26 9 AM LOWA Special Board Meeting on Reserve Study, CC, Zoom

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by Cris Naser, President, Wilderness ‘Tiques

The LOW Wilderness ‘Tiques will sponsor a food drive for the Lions Wilderness Food Pantry on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 9 AM to 2 PM, in the parking area directly across from the security gate. You won’t even need to leave your car. The ‘Tiques are a chapter of The Questers, an organization to educate its members on places and events of historical significance and to support historical preservation and restoration. The Wilderness Pantry has long been a beacon of hope for families in our community. And as the pandemic continues, the need for food continues to be great. With your generous donations, we will be able to help those in need! With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the pantry would especially like to have traditional Thanksgiving items. The pantry expects to feed 70 families this Thanksgiving. Here is a suggested list of donations for the pantry: Dry or canned pasta, tomato sauce; hamburger/Tuna Helper; canned tuna or chicken; dry side dish packages – all kinds; macaroni & cheese; canned fruits/vegetables; juices; dry beans - all kinds; cereals – all kinds; crackers, all kinds; condiments; tea bags and coffee; reusable plastic bags. In lieu of food donations, we will accept checks made payable to the Lions Wilderness Food Pantry. Please pass along the date and info to your neighbors and friends! For questions, call Cris at 540-972-7752. Thank you for supporting the Wilderness ‘Tiques Food Drive!

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Equestrian: 10/12, 1:30 PM, CC Pools: 10/12, 7 PM, CC Clubhouse: 10/13, 1 PM, CH M&E: 10/13, 3 PM, CC ECC: 10/14, 9 AM, WC Lakes: 10/18, 7 PM, CC Rules: 10/19, 3 PM, CC LCC Meeting: 10/20, 7:30 PM, CC LCC Hearing: 10/20, 8 PM, CC Golf: 10/25, 3 PM, WC Investment/Treasurer: 10/25, 1 PM, CC External Affairs: 10/25, 7 PM, CC • Board Meetings: View online at www.LOWA.org/Videos. To join the Zoom meeting, visit www. LOWA.org/BoardAgendas, for Zoom link. Member Log-in Required. For assistance with logging on to the website call 540-972-2278. For assistance accessing Zoom meeting call 540-972-9680 or email ZoomHelp@LOWA.org.

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 FW Fareways Cafe FC Fitness Center HF Hollyfield Park LGES Locust Grove Elementary 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

Pete Reeled in Another One! by Glynn Smith, Woodworkers Club

The LOW Woodworkers Club held their fourth 1” x 3” x 8’ Woodworking Challenge which ended on Sept. 25. Pete Brown was the sole entrant, and he was awarded $85 in gift certificates. His creation, The Angled Fish, was a colorful interpretation of one of Pete’s many ”catches” in the Lake. The award was presented by Glynn Smith, president, LOW Woodworkers Club, at the Arts Fair held at the Community Center. The Angled Fish incorporated not only woodworking but introduced Pete’s artistic talent to enhance the presentation. Pete said that it took him about three days to design, cut the pieces, configure, and paint. Many of the people visiting our table were amazed at the creativity and ingenuity of Pete’s project. Pete generously decided to donate The Angled Fish to Childhelp’s 2021 Silent Auction. The LOW Woodworkers Club collaborated with the LOW Arts Club to construct and ”put some make up on” six pull toys which were raffled off at the Arts Fair. (The pull toys were designed by one of our members, Jim Klein). Rick Rappoport, also one of our members, contributed a beautiful end-grain cutting board toward the raffle. Our members exhibited many of their personal projects as well as projects they made for the 2021 Childhelp Auction (go to www.lowchildhelpauxiliary.org for info). Sponsors for this year’s contest were Bacchus Winery, BBQ Exchange, Champion Icehouse, Clearwater Grill and Catering, Mission BBQ, and Mi Rancho. The LOW Woodworkers Club has been active in the community for over 20 years. We hold monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Though woodworking is usually an individual craft, our group enjoys sharing techniques, working on community projects together, and going on field trips to venues featuring woodworking.

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Committee Meetings: Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees. For schedule updates, check online at www.LOWA.org/ Calendar.

Association News

Wednesday, October 20 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, Zoom

Association News

Saturday, October 9 8 AM-12 PM Orange County Hazardous Waste Collection Event (OC Landfill). Info: 540-672-9315. 9:30 AM-12:30 PM LOW Garden Club Plant Sale (SB Pavilion). Info: Jan 540-972-1630. 5 PM Good Time Cruisers Free Car Show (LG Town Center). Info: www. goodtime-cruisers.webs.com. Sunday, October 10 9 AM Hunter Horse Show (EQ). Info: 540-972-2238. Monday, October 11 Columbus Day LOWA Offices Closed. LOW Trash Compactor Closed. 1 PM LOW Garden Club Meeting (CH). Info: Jan 540-972-1630. Friday, October 15 7:30 PM LOW Players presents the Addams Family (CC), fee. Tickets: www.lowplayers.org.

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Saturday, October 16 9 AM Schutzenfest Festival & Golf Tournament (WC); music/activities from 1-5 PM. Info: 540-972-2230. 7:30 PM LOW Players presents the Addams Family (CC), fee. Tickets: www.lowplayers.org. Sunday, October 17 2 PM LOW Players presents the Addams Family (CC), fee. Tickets: www.lowplayers.org.

SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location Aerobics

Time

Day

Contact

9:15-10 AM

M, W, F

Church 540-972-9060

Basketball Seniors 50+

11:30 AM-1:30 PM

Al.goodwyn@gmail.com

Boxing Cardio, Beginner $

6 PM

M, W

Ryan 540-287-1780

Forever Fit

12:30 PM

Alison 703-347-5280

Line Dancing

LLCH

4 – 7 PM

Christine 703-674-7451

Pickleball Lessons

10:10-11:45 AM

Renee 703-405-7687

Praise & Worship Dance

LOWC-WC

10 AM-12:30 PM

W, SA

Sonja 540-972-1734

Senior Softball 50+

9 AM

Barry 540-972-8964

Square Dancers Club

7:30-9:30 PM

2nd/ 4th/5th F

Dick 703-298-6254

Stretch and Flex

8:30-9:15 AM

M, W, F

Frances 540-972-5435

6:30 PM

TU, F

Hallie 859-322-3182

Volleyball Adult/coed

7-11 PM

Michael 540-809-7406

Strong to the Core

Walkers & Joggers Club

Varies

9 AM

M, W, SA

Diane 540-388-2930

Walkers Meetup Group

LLCH, p. lot

8 AM

M-F

Vassaatthelake@gmail.com

Water Fitness

CH Pool

9 AM & 10 AM

M, W, F

Carol 540-972-6739

Yoga

TBD

FB: FB: LOW Yoga Bonnie Bell

Yoga Gentle

10:30 AM

Rebekah 908-358-8406

Yoga Chair

10:30 AM

Rebekah 908-358-8406

Yoga Flow

9 AM

M, W

Rebekah 908-358-8406

ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change) Location Time Day

Contact

AARP Meeting

9:30 AM

3rd M

Carolyn 540-972-3306

Bridge, Sunday Duplicate

7 PM

Joe 540-972-8052

Bridge, Wed Ladies

9 AM-3 PM

Janice 540-972-1340

Wilderness Lib.

1 PM

2 W

LOWC, rm. 211

10 AM

1 W

Wednesday, October 20 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC), Zoom. Info: 540-972-2214.

Bocce Club

Friday, October 22 7:30 PM LOW Players presents the Addams Family (CC), fee. Tickets: www.lowplayers.org.

Childhelp Auxiliary

Saturday, October 23 9 AM-2 PM LOW Wilderness Tiques Food Drive (Front Gate parking lot). Info: 540-972-7753. 10 AM-2 PM Drug Take Back Day (LLCH parking lot), sponsored by Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Info: 540-672-1200. 2 PM LOW Players presents the Addams Family (CC), fee. Tickets: www.lowplayers.org. 7:30 PM LOW Players presents the Addams Family (CC), fee. Tickets: www.lowplayers.org. Sunday, October 24 2 PM LOW Players presents the Addams Family (CC), fee. Tickets: www.lowplayers.org.

C a lend a r of Ev e nts

Dirk 540-622-3440

Book Club, LOW

Chess Club

540-972-9284 Kurt 703-401-8592 Nancy 540-972-2599

Civic Club Meeting

Pat 540-735-7998

Civil War Study Group

Charles 540-972-2401

Closet Quilters

Maureen 540-972-7010

Craft Group

LOWC

9:30-11:45 AM

Rochelle 540-972-3438

DAR Susannah Chandler

1 PM

2 SA

Betty Larson 540-661-7202

Democratic Club

1 PM

2 W

Kerry 540-220-8547

Friends of Wildlife (FOWL)

7 PM

4 W

FB: livingwithwildlifeatlow

Fun Bunch 55+

10 AM-1 PM

John 540-972-5611

Garden Club

12:30 PM

2 M

Jan 540-972-1630

Litter Pick-up in LOW

Around LOW

9 AM

3 SA

Jan 540-972-1630

LOW Arts

2 PM

1 W

Jennifer 703-508-1104

LOW Hooks & Needles

9-11 AM

Sharon 540-812-5652

nd nd

Fire & Rescue Auxiliary

Marguerite 540-972-3681 th

Happy Tails Dog Club

info@happytailsdogclub.net rd st

LOW Lioness Club

Donalda 540-412-2857/Jan 540-755-2696

LOW Lions Club

LOW Players

7 PM

2nd W

Dave 540-972-6289

Mahjongg

1-4 PM

Debby 540-412-5240

Deadline for submissions to the Oct. 22 issue of Lake Currents is Oct. 8.

Mothers of Preschoolers

LOWC, Founders

9:15 AM

1st /3rd W

Kristen, mops@lowchurch.org

Photography Club, LOW

7 PM

4 M

Bill 540-834-9866

Pick & Sing

HF Pavilion

7 PM

2 /4 TU

FB Groups/lowpickandsing

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1st TH

Linda 571-328-9247

Republican Club, LOW

7 PM

2 M

Dave 703-618-3658

Veterans Club

LLCH

7 PM

4th TH

Mike 571-235-5313

Wilderness Toastmasters

Zoom

6:30 PM

1 /3 TU

WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com

Woodworkers Club

7 PM

4 TU

Glynn 703-625-3849

Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page

Veterans Club

by Fred Pulis, Member

by Bill Kay, President, LOW Lions and Kathy Merritt, President, LOW Lioness Again this year, the Lions Wilderness Food Pantry is collecting clean, gently used, or new warm coats, sweaters, gloves, and hats for local area needy residents. Children’s coats, hats, and gloves are especially needed. Drop off boxes will be located at the following places: • Lake of the Woods Clubhouse • Holcomb Building (Lower Level) • Fareways/Pro Shop entrance • Licata Group Real Estate (Near CVS) • Edward Jones Investment (Across from LOW Gate) •Lions Yard Sale (Saturdays 8-11 AM; Velona Building) Donations must be received by Tuesday, Oct. 26 Volunteers will be handing out the coats and other items on Saturday Oct. 30, 10 AM to noon, at the Wilderness Food Pantry (Rt. 3 at the Locust Grove Shopping Center). All donated items will be distributed to local children and adults in need. For more information, please call Bill Kay 860-989-9441 or Nicki Buell 703-217-5615. Thank you in advance for your support and for helping our neighbors keep warm this winter.

The LOWA Board of Directors unanimously approved the LOW Veterans Club Veterans Memorial Walkway Project surrounding the flagpole in the front of the Clubhouse. The Veterans Club will now start soliciting individual contractors for completion of the project. Tentative completion date will be prior to the dedication goal of Memorial Day of next year. The Veterans Memorial Walkway will consist of individual bricks to honor our heroes who have served their country honorably. The bricks will either be 4x8 or 8x8 inches with a personalized engraved message established by contributors. Specifically, the names should be submitted by LOW residents. The collection of money for the bricks has been approved by the Board of Directors. Persons desiring to order a Memorial Brick are provided with two options. First option is to go to the website, mybrick.com/lowvets and select your brick size and the desired engraving and desired graphic. Follow the prompts and submit your order. Send your $50 or $100 check, payable to “Low Vets Club” to Mike Landers at 109 Green Spring Road, Locust Grove, VA 22508. The second option is to go to the lowvet.club website and download the Brick Order Form, fill out appropriate blocks and mail check and completed form to Mike Landers. He is available for answering questions at 703-568-3136 or at mike.landers4@verizon.net. Non-specific individual or organizational donations are welcome, and checks can also be sent to Mike Landers. The LOW Veterans Club will hold its annual officer nominations by Oct. 11, and elections at our next monthly meeting to be held on Thursday, Oct. 28 at the lower level of the Clubhouse. Elected officers include President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Appointed positions include Quartermaster, Publicist, Events Coordinator, and Final Salute Coordinator. All positions are open and club members are encouraged to consider volunteering for these particularly important responsibilities. For further information about the Veterans Club and its activities, please contact club president Mike Ferguson at 571-235-5313 or email him at colferguson@msn.com.

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The Rapidan Service Authority recently completed a new segment of 12-inch PVC water line from Route 3 to the 6-inch line that runs along Mt. Pleasant. This new water line should improve service to Section 1 in Lake of the Woods. The most significant aspect of the improvement is the greater amount of fire flow to the fire hydrants in that area. Estimates are increased hydrant flow from 500 gallons per minute to 1500. Prior to this new line, if heavy fire flow was demanded, pumps at the ground level tank on Fairway Drive would kick in to provide that flow. After some time of observing the operation of the new configuration, it may be possible to remove the Fairway Drive tank, although that is not yet in the Capital

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LGA St Jude tournament committee members are: Front row (L-R): Anne Smith, Jeanne Woodward, Gayle Buresh, Pat Shrader. Back row (L-R): Karen Woods, Gail McCarthy, Linda Compton, Loretta Yurkus, Heidi Brown, and St. Jude liaison/guest speaker Mercedes McGinthy. Committee members not pictured are Nancy King, Sue Richards, Sue Collie, Sharon Debnam, Mary Kelly, Phyllis Sakole, and Kathy Smith.

Improvement Program. Another aspect of the new line is the connection of the 6-inch line that runs along Route 3 serving the businesses to this new 12-inch line. That 6-inch line was originally only connected near the LOW entrance and now that it is connected at both ends it provides a loop that more reliably serves those businesses if there is a problem or line maintenance is needed. The picture you see is the new 6-inch connection to the new 12-inch line. For the last several years, the RSA leadership has challenged the staff and engineers to improve water pressure to all parts of LOW as a part of its Capital Improvement Program. These improvements have been funded with rate increases that we initiated in 2018.

Our annual St Jude Tournament was very successful. The LGA raised $23,246.27, which was donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Thanks to all the donors and participants who helped make this possible. Tournament chair Anne Smith, her committee, and volunteers worked hard and long to put on a well-run tournament followed by a delicious lunch, with great prizes. A special thanks to Tom Wertz for his support of this event for the past nine years. Congratulations to all the winners. The first place team consisted of Eric Barnes, Lori Barnes, Gary Reese, and Denise Reese with a score of 60. The LGA organized golf season ends next Tuesday with the 18-Hole Fun Scramble. Kudos to our dedicated, hardworking Tuesday tournament chairs for providing weekly tournaments and special events for all the members to enjoy. It’s always a difficult job, and this year had lots of challenges with the ongoing pandemic issues. The 18-hole chairs are Pat Shrader and Phyllis Sakole. The 9-hole chairs are Mary Jane Atwater and Judy Ludvigsen. If you see these ladies, be sure to thank them for their efforts. The Fall Awards Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 29, at the Clubhouse. Festivities will start at 11 AM. Look for details in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. Dottie Lohr will continue to collect non-perishable food items for the food bank. You can leave donations in the LGA closet at the Woods Center.

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Dinner Dance & In Person Auction: October 16 12-2PM & 4-8 PM LOW Clubhouse Everyone welcome to the auction!

On-line Auction October 2 - 16 Dinner Dance tickets still available but going fast! Visit www.lowchildhelpauxiliary.org to purchase tickets, get auction info and view the item catalog. Click the Donate link on our website to make a contribution. Contact Gayle Buresh at geburesh@comcast.net

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LOW Garden Club: Plant Sale This Saturday!

A LOW Arts Thank You by Jen Heinz, Chair, LOW Arts

by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman All are invited to come this Saturday, Oct. 9, to the Sweetbriar Pavilion. The sale starts at 9:30 AM (no early birds, please, we need time to set out plants for your pleasure). The sale will end at 12:30 PM. An assortment of plants has been donated by members or harvested from the Clubhouse renovation project and the Wilderness Branch Library garden. The plants include both perennials and houseplants including ornamental grasses, liriope, dwarf Mondo grass, dieffenbachia, hens and chicks, and more. This is the ideal time for outdoor planting before cold weather sets in. Plant now for your future gardening reward. Our regular club meeting on Oct. 11 at the Clubhouse at 1 PM, hosts Ashley Applin, of the Cooperative Extension, who will speak on Deerscaping, planting to discourage deer. The LOW Garden Club is a member of the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs, and the National Federation of Garden Clubs.

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Treats on the point will be held 6pm - 7pm Those who wish to hand out candy may call the Community Center at (540) 972-9680 to register or for more info

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The 37th Annual Lake of the Woods Fine Art Show and Sale is now one for the history books, and what a wonderful weekend of art and community fellowship it was! We could not have hoped for a more beautiful weekend to hold our event and be paired with the LOWLINC Art of Wine fundraiser. Hundreds of our LOW friends and neighbors visited the show and found something special for themselves or a unique gift for family or friend. We thank everyone who came out in support Photo by Jen Heinz of our LOW artists, authors, and Woodworker Glynn Smith woodworkers! and LOW Artist Peggy Pope Special thanks are due to: collaborated in creating this Glynn Smith and Jim Klein wooden turtle pull toy for the raffle of the LOW Woodworking Club supporting the OCPS art programs. - for coordinating a wonderful collaboration between woodworkers and artists in creating six delightful wooden pull toy animals for our raffle in support of OCPS art programs. You and your team did a wonderful job – thank you. Rick Rappoport - also a member of the Woodworking Club, for donating a stunning wood cutting board for our raffle. Thanks, Rick! The Community Center staff – Tracie, Amber, and Taylor – for helping us with event preparations. We appreciate all you do for us! Ryan Richardson – Thank you for making space for our raffle team to do advance raffle ticket sales at the Clubhouse during the dinner hour on four different evenings. LOWLINC Art of Wine leadership, particularly Cheryl Brown and Steve Hein, for cross-promotional efforts to help spread the word about both events. Cheers to another successful pairing! John Lentine, Chair of the OCPS Art Program – Many thanks for coordinating the student art display at the show and providing LOW Arts with a special certificate of recognition for our ongoing support of the arts in the Orange County Public Schools. Our visitors who bought raffle tickets to support OCPS art programs. It was a great success, raising more than $2,000. Thank you for your support. All winners have been contacted and were thrilled with their prizes. Next up for LOW Arts - watch for our Pop-Up Online Gallery Shop for holiday shopping in November.

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Our first in-person meeting this year was held on Sept. 11. It was wonderful to see members and friends once again! We will be celebrating our 19th Anniversary with an Open House – What Is DAR? on Saturday, Oct. 9, 1 PM at the Community Center. Come by and find out what DAR is all about and what we can do for you! Everyone is invited! Refreshments and goodies will be served. We will be holding our DAR Day of Service on Oct. 10, and will be placing flowers and flags on “neglected” gravesites at a local cemetery. We are gathering new and gently used artificial flowers for the event, so if you would like to donate any flowers, we would be very grateful. We attended to over 80 gravesites last year, so even a few bunches help. Please Photo provided bring them to the Open House at The local DAR chapter exhibited the Community Center on Saturday a Constitution Week Display at Oct. 9. Pickup can be arranged as well, please call 540-661-7202 to Wilderness Library, Sept. 17 to 23. make arrangements. As a service organization, we are involved in many community service projects and events, including veterans, education, schools, and historic preservation. We sponsor a Community Genealogy Study Group, assisting and encouraging anyone, of any age, interested in their own genealogy/ family tree. It is open to all, and meets the fourth Saturday of each month, 1 to 3 PM, at the Community Center. Drop-ins are welcome! If you have questions about the Community Genealogy Study Group, or would like to find out more about the Daughters of the American Revolution, or our chapter, please email SusannahChandlerChapter1@gmail.com or call 540-661-7202. We will be happy to answer your questions!

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 the Ferris Building & Holcomb Building.

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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Monday at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). For other local online AA meetings go to http://d39. wildwoodweb.com/Meetings.shtml. 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. For a free COVID-19 regional resource list, go to www. agingtogether.org. Dementia Memory Café: Second Wednesdays, 2:30 PM, 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 discuss issues. Contact Bonnie at 540-547-4824 or bonnired@comcast.net. Dementia Support Groups: Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Home Instead Senior Care, 111 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 101, Fredericksburg; Mondays, 11 AM-12:30 PM, England Run Library, 806 Lyons Blvd, Fredericksburg. Info: Ginny Biggs, gbiggs@agingtogether.org. Divorce Care Support Group Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM, at the LOW Church Library. For more information, contact Mike Lemay at 540-972-9060 or email mike@ lowchurch.org. Grief Support Group: Griefshare is a free worldwide Biblebased support group to help you through your grief journey after the loss of a loved one. We meet twice a year for 13-week sessions of videos and discussions at the LOW Church. Info: 540-972-9060 or www. lowchurch.org.

Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment. 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540-672-0793. Parkinson’s Support Group meets the second Thursday of each month at The Lake of the Woods Church at 4 PM. Contact Lee Moore at 540-972-0395 with any questions. Red Cross Blood Drive: From noon to 6 PM, in the Community Center. Usually 4th Tuesday every other month (call to confirm date). You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www.redcrossblood. org for schedule and more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800-733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walkins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Ginny, 540-848-5829 or Carol, 540-972-0664. Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060. 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 MonFri. with minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Free Service (donations accepted), Call 540-825-3100 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, 540-9721629 or Gail.Sauro@yahoo.com.

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Good Time Cruisers Free Car Show! Second Saturday each month, 5 PM until sundown at Locust Grove Town Center, Rtes 20 and 611. Family Friendly, Cars, Food, & Fun. Proceeds go to local charities. www.goodtime-cruisers.webs.com. LOW F&R Phone Directory. The 2021 Directory is available. Cost is $10, cash or check only. Pick up your copy at LOWA Member Services, Holcomb Bldg., or LOW True Value Hardware. Sales benefit LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. We work on the Directory year-round; if you have changes, corrections, or deletions, please email: LOWFRTREASURER@gmail.com. Cause 4 Paws. We need 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 may be 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, 540-4854181 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of the month (Feb.Nov.) from 8:30 AM to 1 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted the day of the sale. No reference or textbooks, please. Info: Ann, 540-972-4338; Sherri, 540412-9854; 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 8-10:30 AM. Call 540-388-0110 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member needs a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you! 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 9 AM to noon. To arrange for donation pickup, call Doug at 540-495-0640. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations may be tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon. O. C. Humane Society. Volunteers needed to assist with our Trap/Neuter/ Return program, our Voicemail team, updating our Facebook page, writing articles for our Newsletter, etc., or serving on our Board of Directors. For more information, please contact 540-972-5556 or OrangeCountyHumaneSocieyVa.org.

Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove Town Center (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite P) 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, 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. Opportunities to volunteer, too. Info: 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. The pantry is open several times a month to provide food to qualified persons/ families in Orange County. Please call 888-508-9274 for the schedule of openings and other information about the pantry. LOW Lions rely on Federal food programs, local retail stores, community food drives and financial donations to feed the hungry in our community. Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Rick, 540-316-1398. LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Currently loans are being made by appointment only. Please call 540-388-0110.

We have been a 501c3 charitable organization in Orange County for 60+ years. Donations may be tax deductible; please mail to OCHSVA, P.O. Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508.

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by Linda & David Sam, Members, Friends of Wildlife at the Lake

Lake Currents October 8, 2021

Deer are most active during fall mating season (October through December). This is when approximately one-half or more of all deer/vehicle collisions occur. The bucks especially are focused on following the does, and not on traffic. And, because they have excellent night vision, they often freeze in the middle of the road as they are stunned and blinded by headlights. So, how can you save the deer and your vehicle? Here are some suggestions from the experts: 1–Slow down and drive defensively, being especially careful at dawn and dusk. 2–If there is no oncoming traffic, use your high-beam headlights to better illuminate the eyes of deer. You might also try your fog lights, which often illuminate roadsides better. 3–Watch for their glowing eyes and ask if your passengers will do the same. 4–In areas where you see VDOT deer-crossing warning signs, slow down and be especially vigilant. Believe the signs! 5–If you see a deer crossing the road, slow down until you have gone past that point. Expect additional deer to cross, as they frequently travel in groups and bucks may trail does. 6–Do not swerve in an attempt to miss a deer. Brake firmly and stay in your lane. Hitting an oncoming vehicle or a tree is much more dangerous than having a deer/vehicle collision. 7–If you are involved in a collision that kills a deer or bear, the law requires you to immediately report the accident to a Conservation Police Officer (Game Warden) or other law enforcement officer in the county or city where the accident occurred. 8–According to the Department of Wildlife Resources, “Drivers who collide with a deer or bear may keep the animal for their own use, provided they report the accident to a law enforcement officer where the accident occurred. The officer will view the animal and give the person a possession certificate.” 9–There is no data or research that shows deer whistles are effective in avoiding collisions. Save your money. For information about the group and about local wildlife, follow us on Facebook https://link.edgepilot.com/s/9c12cd3a/GOhgt6JfAEyS7eUQgL6jtQ ?u=https://www.facebook.com/LivingwithWildlifeatLOW/.

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September 29 & 30 Board Minutes from p. 3

LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION, INC.

Note: These minutes are provided to members for review

Present Phillip Brown, President Teri Vickery, Vice President Walter Diercks, Treasurer Richard Rappoport, Secretary Jennifer Zukowski Clifton Wilks Carl Clawson Call to Order

1. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Removed from Agenda prior to meeting)

7. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 2:28 p.m. for the purpose of discussing matters involving violations of the Declaration and Regulations for which a member, his family members, tenants, guests or other invitees are responsible; and discussing a personnel matter. Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 3:06 p.m.

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3. Member Comments on Business Agenda and General Member Comments: None. 4. REPORTS 4.1 Report from Orange County Board of Supervisors Supervisor Lee Frame reported the new Public Safety Building is now ready for occupancy by the IT staff and 911 Center. The County is undergoing redistricting, but this will not affect polling places for LOW residents. Dogwood Nursing Home has received a five-star rating. About 20% out of the total 902

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Lake Currents October 8, 2021

2. OPEN SESSION Pledge of Allegiance 2.1 Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:02 a.m. and to affirm that the Board met previously on September 30, 2021 in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters involving violations of the Declaration and Regulations for which a member, his family members, tenants, guests or other invitees are responsible; and discussing a personnel matter. 2.2 Confirmation of Quorum and Meeting Notice Secretary Rappoport confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of Minutes of September 8, 2021, September 9, 2021 and September 15, 2021. Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the September 8, 2021 Annual Board of Directors meeting. Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the September 9, 2021 Special Board of Directors meeting. Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the September 15, 2021 Regular Board of Directors meeting.

8. Adjournment Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 3:07 p.m.

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Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder

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Regular Board of Directors Meeting October 2, 2021, Unapproved Minutes 10:00 a.m., Community Center

6. OPEN SESSION President Brown announced the time of recess had expired and called the meeting back into open session at 9:00 a.m. in the Clubhouse. President Brown and General Manager Phil Rodenberg led the Board in further discussions of potential Board goals for the coming year. The following motions were considered: Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to continue to implement portapotties year-round at all beaches, and to explore more permanent solutions. Motion by Zukowski, that the Board ban smoking in all common areas except parking lots and roads. Vote: Yea: Zukowski and Vickery. Nay: Brown, Clawson, Wilks, Diercks and Rappoport. Motion failed 2 to 5. Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board ban smoking at all beaches. Motion by Zukowski that the Board ban smoking at all parks except for parking lots. Vote: Yea: Zukowski, Vickery and Wilks. Nay: Brown, Rappoport, Diercks and Clawson. Motion failed 3 to 4. Recess: President Brown declared a short recess at 11:56 a.m., and brought the meeting back into open session at 12:10 p.m.

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October 2 Board Minutes from p. 15 miles of fiberoptic cable have been installed in the County, with 1600 residents signing up for service to date. A rezoning application for Wilderness Crossing has been submitted with proposed plans for development. The GWAP commission is working with the developer to correct plan deficiencies. Orange County Planning Commissioner Bryan Nicol explained the application process and steps the application must go through prior to rezoning approval. 4.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff’s Office: No report. 4.3 Report from Allied-Universal Security (via Zoom) Security Chief Scott Walker reported statistics for September showed there were 2 thefts, 3 incidents of vandalism and 2 reports of breaking and entering. Of note were 10 animal complaints, 16 noise complaints and 3 motor vehicle accidents. Staff issued 100 summonses and responded to 175 calls for service. Security staff is already preparing to adopt procedures to improve access control at the front gate over Thanksgiving. They will also be monitoring the bus stops this fall to identify any safety issues. The Orange County Sheriff’s department is sponsoring a drug take-back day on October 23rd in the Clubhouse lower level parking lot. 4.4 Report from LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company, Inc. President Dan Cianci reported they are looking for opportunities to hold an EMT class. They will be participating in a food drive for the Food Pantry again this year. Staff is helping to provide emergency service coverage at the High School during football games. In September, the Fire Department responded to 25 calls, 12 inside LOW and 13 outside. The Rescue Squad had 42 calls, 23 inside LOW and 20 outside. 4.5 Report from Orange County School Board Representative Jim Hopkins reported students are back at school 5 days a week. Some bus drivers are doing double runs due to a shortage of drivers caused by the pandemic. New applicants are not available until they complete a training course to be licensed. The School Board is adhering to the state mandate for masking of students and school personnel. 4.6 Reports of Officers President and Secretary: No report. Vice President Vickery said there will be a Committee Chair meeting on October 8 to prepare for the Committee Fair on November 20. Treasurer Diercks reported that following prior approval of the Board, the Finance Team has completed moving our primary banking relationship from Atlantic Union Bank to CIT Bank, N.A. It is anticipated this move will reduce bank annual service charges by $5,500 and increase our return on investments by about $15,000/year. Secondly, on September 23, LOWA made an additional principal payment of $60k against the outstanding CARC loan balance; another additional principal payment of $30k will be made on October 10. This shortens the loan repayment period by about 6 weeks and reduces interest paid by about $8500. The final payoff is now set for December 2024. Staff will look for opportunities to make additional early principal payments to shorten the loan term even further. One hundred percent of the $191/year CARC assessments have been, and continue to be, applied to pay for the construction of the CARC project and service the debt, and not for any other purpose. A. Executive Session Actions: None. B. Committee Liaison Reports: None. C. Committee Changes Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Committee changes as presented on the Committee Change List dated October 2, 2021: (D-21-111) Action Committee Name Lynn Heisler Advisor Clubhouse Cheryl Murray Advisor Clubhouse Crystal Brackett Resigned Communications Kerry Sipe Term of Service Communications Dianna DiPasquale Voting Communications Jon Anderson Resigned Communications Dave Wilson Resigned Lakes Rodney Lackey Alternate Legal & Compliance Leighton Cumming Voting* Planning __________ *Extend Term

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Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board assign the Pools Committee the responsibility of drafting a Charter merging the Charters of the Community and Youth Activities Committee and the Pools Committee. D. Referendum Update Secretary Rappoport reported that 2264 valid ballots have been cast in the Referendum, which represents no change since the last report in September.

4.7 Report from the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations: Coronavirus Status The Board will be voting today on whether to adopt the proposed Covid-19 Vaccination Policy which addresses vaccination requirements for current LOWA employees, new hires and contractors. LOWA will continue to follow the Virginia Governor’s current and future guidelines regarding masks and social distancing, as management awaits updated rules to be issued by OSHA at the end of November.

B. Lakes Management Report The new dredging equipment has been received. Flat Run forebay will be the first location to have sediment and debris removed. C. Lakeview Parkway Resurfacing Chemung Contracting will begin asphalt work at 12 different sites throughout LOW on October 4. All asphalt work is expected to be completed by the end of the month. Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve a change order in the amount of $37,495 to the Chemung Contracting Corporation contract for: 1) the Holcomb Building Parking area near the Fire & Rescue building; and 2) Sweetbriar Park Road, funds to come from the 502 Roads Tar and Chip program. D. Level II Replacement Reserve Report FY-2022. An updated FY-2022 Replacement Reserve Report from Miller Dodson Capital Reserve Consultants is still a work in progress and will be distributed to the Board on October 8. The Board will discuss the updated report at a special meeting for that purpose on October 26, in preparation for adopting it for budgeting and planning purposes on November 6. 4.8 Committee Reports – Lakes Committee Chair Leif Henecke gave the semi-annual report. They have seven members and four advisors but no alternates at present. Issues awaiting resolution include naming of the marinas, the installation of a gate and trash can at the south marina, boat maintenance environmental issues, swimming off boats/docks during Clubhouse events, and effectiveness of the new wake-surfing and wake-boarding regulations. Plans under discussion and development include a Lakes Usage Master Plan, the continued negative impact of wake sports, a boat numbering plan, boating safety education, and stormwater lake level management, among others. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Adopting Proposed Amendments to Regulation XVII: Use of the Community Center. (Resolution 2021-24) (D-21-112) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2021-24, a Policy Resolution, regarding amendments to Regulation XVII: Use of the Community Center, effective immediately. 5.2 Consideration of Adopting Proposed Amendments to Regulation III.A: Registered Tenants, Regarding the Tenant Fee. (Resolution 2021-25) (D-21-113) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2021-25, a Policy Resolution, regarding amendments to Regulation III.A: Registered Tenants, regarding the Tenant Fee, effective November 1, 2021. 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Adopting Budget Guidelines for FY-2022/23. (D21-114) Motion by Diercks that the Board adopt the Budget Guidelines for FY2022/23, including the General Manager’s recommendations as stated in the memo dated September 24, 2021. Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board amend the motion to delete Budget Guideline #10. The Board will propose a Board goal to continue efforts to automate payments, including membership amenity fees, guest passes and all applicable liability waivers. Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board amend the motion to add to the guidelines a stormwater management crew of three employees. Vote on the original motion as amended passed unanimously. 6.2 Discussion of Board Goals for the 2021-22 Board Term. General Manager Phil Rodenberg reported the Board met on September 29 and 30 this past week to decide on a set of goals for the 2021-22 Board term. The five proposed goals will be published in the October 8 Lake Currents for members can comment on them before being adopted by the Board at their October 20, 2021 meeting. Once adopted, the General Manager will work with staff to develop a plan to complete the goals by next September. 6.3 Consideration of Adopting an Employee Covid-19 Policy. (D-21-115) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt the Employee Covid-19 Policy dated October 2, 2021. 6.4 Consideration of Approving Atlantic Union Bank and Trust Corporate Authorization Resolution. (D-21-116) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Atlantic Union Bank and Trust Corporate Authorization Resolution. 6.5 Consideration of Approving CIT Bank (a.k.a. Commercial Investment Trust) Corporate Authorization Resolution. (D-21-117) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the CIT Bank (aka Commercial Investment Trust) Corporate Authorization Resolution. 6.6 Consideration of Approving Village Bank Corporate Authorization Resolution. (D-21-118) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Village Bank Corporate Authorization Resolution. 6.7 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance. (D-21-119) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve entry to the lot in Case #21-1002-01 on or after October 2, 2021 to perform maintenance as stipulated in the ECC Chair’s letters to the individual lot owner; and that the property be billed for the cost related to such work in accordance with Paragraph 14 of the Restrictive Covenants.

See October 2 Board Minutes on p. 17

October 2 Board Minutes from p. 16

Orange County Supervisor’s Letter

7. Director Comments Directors commented on contractor home-building projects remaining incomplete long past the six-months allowed by our Regulations. The Honor Awards Committee has no members at present and is looking for volunteers.

by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor

9. Adjournment Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 12:05 p.m. Richard Rappoport, LOWA Secretary

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Orange County will conduct a hazardous waste collection event on Oct. 9 from 8 AM to noon and the Orange County Landfill. Now is the time to get rid of that potentially dangerous stuff in your basement or garage. Bring paints, solvents, pesticides, chemicals, oils, batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, antifreeze, flammables (5 gallon max) and other hazardous materials that should not go into our landfill. They cannot take explosives, compressed gas tanks, medical waste, TVs or appliances, tires, yard waste, or unknown or unlabeled cylinders or material. This collection event is for Orange County residents and not for business waste. The 2020 Census results require Orange County to realign the five voting districts to equalize their populations more closely. Since the 2010 Census, the population of the county increased by 2,773 to 36,254. Equalized voting districts would now have a population of 7,251. Using my district, District 5, as an example, the current population of my district is 7,809 which requires redrawing the District 5 boundary to reduce that number. At a recent meeting, the Supervisors proposed new voting district boundaries to better equalize district populations. The area between Route 20 and the Spotsylvania boundary extending to Gold Dale Road is currently in District 5, but will be moved to District 2. This reduces District 5 population to 7471 which is greater than the ideal number, but within limits. Residents of Lake of the Woods who are currently in District 5 will continue to remain in District 5 and should remain in the same voting precinct with the same polling place. The current and proposed voting districts will be posted on the Orange County website along with information on how to make comments on the proposed districts. There will be opportunities for input at the Oct. 12 Supervisor meeting and a Public Hearing at the Oct. 26. meeting. After long lobbying by the Virginia Association of Counties, the Virginia General Assembly recently passed legislation allowing counties to have the same taxing authorities that cities and towns have. One of those taxing authorities is a cigarette tax. The legislation requires that counties implement any cigarette taxing authority by a regional board of no less than six counties. At a recent meeting the Supervisors held a public hearing and approved Orange County’s entry into such a regional board known as the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board. Currently seven other counties are considering entry to this board. Orange County’s entry does not establish a cigarette tax. It merely allows the county to participate if a cigarette tax is implemented. The legislation limits the tax to two cents per cigarette, which results in $40 cents per pack or $4 dollars per carton. A smaller tax can be implemented. At the maximum rate as much as $300,000 additional county revenue could be expected. Implementation of any cigarette tax will require an additional public hearing and Supervisor decision. The time and place of such a public hearing will be announced. If you have questions about county government or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at lframe@ orangecountyva.gov.

8. Scheduled Meetings Special Meeting of the Membership on the Referendum: Wednesday, October 6, 2021 in the Community Center at 5:00 p.m. Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, October 20, 2021 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 1:00 p.m. Open Session: 2:00 p.m. Special Board of Directors Meeting: Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in the Community Center. Agenda: Replacement Reserve Study Discussion. Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, November 6, 2021 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 9:00 a.m. Open Session: 10:00 a.m.

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A TOUCH OF CLASS Cleaning by Deborah. Over 20 years experience LOW. (Cell) 540-8453914 or 540-972-1554. A/C & HEATING Installation/Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ABOVE ALL Else, Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. ADDITIONS, ROOF Replacement, Kitchen/Bath Remodel, Deck. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. ALL AMERICAN Lawn Services, LLC. Free Estimates, Lawn Care, Mulching, Fertilizing, Aerating, Leaves & Brush Removal, and Trimming of Bushes. Please call Anthony at 540-809-7890. 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. ARMITAGE PAINTING – Handyman Service, 540-735-7977. ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Improvement and Repairs, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BOBCAT WORK - Lot Clearing, Grading, Gravel Driveway Spreading. Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. BRICK/STONE Masonry - Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BULKHEADS and DOCKS, Boat Slips, Ground Level Decks, Wood Walkways, Lake Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. We are Licensed and fully Insured. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else (uninsured) to do your job. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build year-round and do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, LOW Kayak Dock and Meadow Farms Golf Course. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. LOW Resident. CAREGIVER/HOMEWARD Bound Care, LLC. State Certified/ Insured CNA/RMA Assisted living in your home. Short or long term care, day or night. Can manage all the patients needs. LOW resident. Excellent References. Diane Clauson: 540-388-2930.

CERAMIC TILE Work - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783 CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 540-898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request. CHARLES JENKINS Tree Service - Lot clearing, topping, trimming, mulching, edging, fertilizing, tree removal, spraying, seasoned firewood, and mulch delivery. Remove unwanted vehicles. 10% off with mention of this ad. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Call 703-830-2654, cell 540-422-9721. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com. COMPUTER REPAIR - by Tech Sense, Inclusive IT support. 9 years supporting LOW, 540-656-7571. CONCRETE MASONRY Driveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. CONCRETE PATIOS and stamped concrete patios. 540-8451047. Class A Contractor, LOW resident. CONTRACTOR - CHECK http:// www.dpor.virginia.gov to verify licensed contractors. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 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 CLEANING or Replacement. Call Larry 540-222-7948. CULVERT PIPE Replacements 540-718-3794. CULVERT REPLACEMENT Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CULVERT REPLACEMENT - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783. CUSTOM HOUSE Painting. Inside and out. Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773. Free estimates. DAN’S PLUMBING, 24-hour emergency service, water heaters, drain cleaning, faucets, service and repair. Licensed and Insured. 540242-1532. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783 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 or Almond. Construction15@gmail.com. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ELECTRICAL ISSUES- Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ELECTRICIAN (ASAP Electrical and Plumbing) with over 35 years experience. Call, email or text Larry today for your free quote. No job too small. Veteran/LOW resident. 540226-5570. ASAPLarry@aol.com. FIREWOOD - PROFESSIONAL Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. FLOORING - HARDWOOD/Tile/ Laminates. Call Mark 540-845-1816. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. FREE INSPECTIONS - See our first classified ad. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. HANDYMAN - CALL George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783 HANDYMAN PLUS - 34 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 HEALTH CARE Aide CNA with 20 years experience caring for the elderly in LOW is currently available to take care of your loved one in your home. References are available upon request. Please call Mary Green at 540-661-8685. HOME IMPROVEMENTS - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783. HOME REPAIRS - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. HOME REPAIRS, Call Mark 540845-1816.

WE BUY Houses & Fix yours! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Repairs and Replacement. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773.

For Sale 17 FOOT RV in storage lot. Bunk beds, full size bed, full bath, kitchen, table. Pictures https://youtu.be/ cC8IuaWrtCE $8,000 540-538-1845.

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Wanted WE ARE Seeking to rent dock space for our 20 foot pontoon boat. We are very flexible on terms, conditions and cost. Please call or text us at 571-279-5702.

Misc. NURSE AIDE COURSE. $1500 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check, drug screening, CPR, uniform, B/P cuff. Next Start Date: Nov. 13, 2021. Info: 703-402-2509.

YARD SALE: Oct. 16 & 17, 521 Monticello Circle, Sat & Sun. 9 AM to 2 PM. Tools, yard stuff, BBQ, furniture. Some items Free.

LOWA Employment CLUBHOUSE. Accepting applicants for Part-Time positions: • Servers. Successful candidates must have excellent customer service skills, enthusiasm, and energy. Work schedule includes the hours of 4 PM to 10 PM Wednesday through Sunday, along with some holidays. If you are 18 and older, have a positive, out-going personality, and are a team player, this job is for you. Some restaurant experience preferred • Host/Hostess to welcome/greet guests, manage timely guest seating, some computer knowledge. • Banquet Captain to assist in supervising/coordinating banquet events with service staff, oversee setup breakdown, cleanup and reset of club functions. Knowledge of procedures and equipment used in preparing and serving large gatherings required. • Banquet Servers needed to provide excellent customer service when serving guests and assist with Banquet set up and tear down. Must be able to work flexible hours. • Banquet and Lounge Bartenders. Must be at least 21 years of age and willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Must mix and serve beverages and possess superb customer service skills. TIPS certification will be provided. One–two years experience desirable. CLUBHOUSE. Assistant Clubhouse Manager Full-Time Salaried Position: The ideal candidate will oversee and coordinate the planning, organizing, training and leadership, ensure all safety, sanitation and food handling standards are consistently met and all State laws pertaining to alcoholic beverages are strictly adhered to, including staff training and certification. Experience in closing procedures including cash reconciliation desired. Excellent customer service skills essential. A minimum of 3-5 years progressive experience required. EQUESTRIAN CENTER – Part-Time Stable Worker to assist with barn chores, including cleaning stalls and paddocks, cleaning and filling water tubs, feeding the horses, and blanketing when weather requires. Some assisting with pony rides, trail rides and helping with special events. Previous experience working with Equines required. FAREWAYS - Accepting Applicants for Part-Time Positions: • Servers are needed to assist with Café operations. Candidates must be 18 years or older and able to work flexible hours including weekends. Some restaurant experience preferred. • Line Cooks needed to accurately and efficiently prepare hot food products as well as prepare and portion food prior to cooking. One year experience is preferred and ability to work flexible hours. MAINTENANCE – Seasonal Leaf Removal Crew of three. For immediate hire to remove leaves from community drainage ditches and culverts. This seasonal work begins in October and continues through the end of the leaf pick-up season. Laborers will operate light trucks and assist with leaf vacuum operations and traffic control at work site areas. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., and work in all weather conditions in loud noise level. HS diploma/GED equiv.

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PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. PATRIOT PAINTERS - Need a Painter, contact Joe. I will return call same day. Prices reduced. With priority going to jobs scheduled before end of year. Other discounts available. 540-834-9992. PET-SITTING / DOG Walking. Lisa Ward of “Ward of the Dogs” specializes in Lake of the Woods dogs. Your house or mine. To discuss your pet-sitting needs, call 520-612-5190. PLUMBER (ASAP Electrical and Plumbing Services) with over 35 years experience. Call, text, or email Larry for all of your plumbing needs. No job too small. Veteran/ LOW resident. 540-226-5570. ASAPLarry@aol.com. PLUMBING ISSUES - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783. PLUMBING PROBLEMS? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ROOFING and REPAIRS - See our first classified ad. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SELLING? DON’T want the stress/expense of fixing & waiting for your house to sell when you could close in two weeks? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-735-7977. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLP - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-287-7143, David Wilkinson; 540-907-5800, Billy Jack. snapperjackyardcare@gmail.com. Fully insured and Free estimates. Veterans 10% off. STAINLESS STEEL Wire Railings, New. 540-845-1047. 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. TREE SERVICE - Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. TREE SERVICE - Specialize in Tree trimming, pruning, and tree removal. Jordans Tree & Landscaping Call 540-229-2678. TUTORING SERVICES - Teaching Success, One Student at a time. www. rubricdesign.com. 434-278-2742. WATER / SEWER LINE replacement and repair. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589.

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IVAN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Professional painting, drywall 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. Gutter cleaning & roof debris removal. 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. JORDANS TREE & Landscaping - Yard Clean-up Specials! Any of your lawn, landscape and tree needs. Leaf Removal, Gutter Cleaning, Pressure Washing, Tree Removal. Call 540-229-2678. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. JUNK REMOVAL - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783. LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 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. LOCAL BUILDER Buying Unused Houses and Lots. Favorable Terms. 540-846-8662, hunter. carpenterhomes@gmail.com. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. M.A.N.’s REMODELING, INC. Drywall and remodeling. 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. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. 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 INTERIOR/Exterior - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783.

General applications are always welcome. 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 Virginia driver’s license. More information regarding these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. EOE

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