The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 18, No. 10
540.972.2237
LOWA.org
/LOWAssociation
September 11 2020
LOWA would like to thank Outgoing Board Congratulations to new Board Member Teri Vickery and returning Board Member Carl Clawson on Member and President Cliff Wilks for his service to a successful election! the community.
Get Out & Go LOW Photo Contest Winners! More than 20 photos were submitted, and the judges have made their picks. Congratulations to the top three winners! LOWA Gift Certificates were awarded to the winners: First Place, $50, Richard Chitty; Second Place, $25, Tabitha Schommer; Third Place, $10, Craig Benedict. Thanks to everyone who participated.
See Remaining Contest Winners on p. 6
First Place: Photo by Richard Chitty.
Association News 2-7 General Manager's Report 2 Pool Survey 4, 5 Agenda 5 Calendar 7, 8 Viewpoints 14 Ballot Certification 15 Orange County 17 Classifieds 18-19
Thursday & Friday, Sept. 10-11 LOWA Special Meeting of the Board for the purpose of a Retreat 9 AM, Community Center
Wednesday, Sept. 23 Planning Committee Town Hall Meeting Proposed 2021-2025 Capital Plan 7 PM, Community Center, Zoom
Vote in the ECC Referendum www.LOWA.org/ECCReferendum support@vote-now.com https://vtnw.com/go/LOWAResend/
Wednesday, Sept. 16 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center, Zoom
LOWA Website Links
LOWA Phase 3 Coronavirus Information www.LOWA.org/CoronavirusPrevention
TEKControl (Visitor Management) LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL
Association News Lake Currents September 11, 2020
General Manager’s Annual Report 50th Annual Meeting Lake of The Woods Association, Inc. by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, CMCA ®, AMS ®, PCAM ®
It was my honor to present the Annual Report at this 50th Annual Meeting, on Sept. 7, summarizing the year and discussing future challenges. Since the membership last met, the Coronavirus has disrupted life at LOW in a BIG way. COVID-19 changed the way we used the amenities as we followed the Governor’s orders. More members played golf and went boating. Fewer used the restaurants, fitness center and the pools. Park and beach going continued about the same. Just the other day we reinstalled the basketball hoops at the parks. We cancelled our large community events including Independence Day Celebration and Treats on the Point. The good news is that we are four months into the 2020/2021 Fiscal Year and assessment collections for the current year are on target with approximately 80% of annual assessment collected. This is consistent with the prior year. Balances in the four Reserve Funds total approximately $3.5M as of Aug. 31, and Reserve Cash is adequate to cover this year’s remaining capital spending requirements of $1.7M This includes loan repayments related to the Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project. Operating Cash stands at about $2.7M and includes loan proceeds received from the Small Business Administration Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of $782,100. If the PPP loan is forgiven, which we expect it to be, operating cash will be adequate to meet our operations and maintenance obligations for this fiscal year. Assessment delinquency rate, compared year to year, is 2.1% this year compared to 1.7% last year. Through Finance Department and Collections Attorney diligence, we have whittled down the delinquency rate to 1%. The industry standard is 5%. The independent financial audits were presented – one in December and one in August - for the last two fiscal years. LOWA received unqualified or “clean” opinions for both years. LOWA remains the largest concentration of homes and population in Orange County with 3,889 completed homes as of April 30 on the 4,258 private lots, up 45 homes from last year. We are 23% of Orange County’s population. Our housing stock is a key indicator of a healthy community, and so it is good news that from May 2019 to April 2020, the Environmental Control Committee approved 33 new home construction projects (up 22 from previous year) and approved 100 renovation projects (up 40 from previous year). Our Finance Department issued 377 resale packages during the same period for properties changing hands (up 43 from previous year). Home construction and sales seemed unaffected by COVID-19. The Board of Directors and Management spent significant effort on the eight stated Board Goals, which included starting new Lakes Management Projects; improving Stormwater Management; improving Financial Internal Controls and Risk Management; improving Golf Amenity; Approving an ECC Appeal and Violation Charges Referendum; increasing Voter Participation; registering Short Term Rental Properties; and preventing Amenity Use by Uninvited Guests. The Board adopted the Five-Year Capital Plan, and a Golf Business Plan. The Board amended the Bylaws to allow Subcommittees and Virtual Board and Committee meetings. It updated Regulations on watercraft liability insurance, wake surfing restrictions, no trespassing signs, long term and overnight parking restrictions on common areas, night time lake speed limit, ski flags, tenant check out and fee refund, and suspensions for bad conduct on common areas. When we look back on the year, we will remember COVID-19 for sure, with the emphasis on preventive measures such as washing hands, social distancing and wearing masks. We got together on Zoom instead of physically going to meetings, which meant there were a few family pets and children participating as well! We will also remember completing the Flat Run Forebay Project on the Main Lake, Spotswood Playground, Hollyfield Lions Pavilion, and Canoe/Kayak Racks at locations on both lakes. There were significant personnel changes. Mike Harvey was hired in August as Golf Pro replacing Chris Brode. Ryan Richardson was promoted to Director of Food and Beverage over both Clubhouse
and Fareways Café when Assistant General Manager Chester Guzek departed. We are currently searching for a new Director of Facilities to replace Jessie Graves and a Grounds Foreman to replace Michael Margrave. Communications Manager Carolyn Brodeur worked alongside other departments (Finance and Environmental Resources) to develop new tools, such as the LOWA Beach Status web page and the early boater registration email notification. She also developed the interactive LOWA Amenity Map webpage and the employee macro calendar to help deconflict event scheduling. Carolyn also worked with the Communications Committee to plan the LOWA Committee Fair (postponed). The LOWA Communications team continues to produce the bi-weekly Lake Currents newsletter (with special pieces, such as the Zoom Background Photo Contest and the Valentine’s Day couples piece); and the LOWA Low Down with new features such as the LOWA Low Down Mysteries: Solved. We continue to strive to increase member use of digital services which can help offset some costs associated with paper and in-person / telephone services. As a result of the pandemic, LOWA has seen a major uptick in the use of the website.
General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org) Director of Facilities: Ted Mattingly (tmattingly@LOWA.org) Director of Finance: Charlie Maneval (cmaneval@LOWA.org)
Editorial Staff President of the Board General Manager Communications Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Communications Assistant: Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Copy Editor Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) Graphics/Layout: Chris Porter (cporter@LOWA.org)
Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.
Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Cliff Wilks Vice Pres.: Jennifer Zukowski Treasurer: Walt Diercks Secretary: Pete Brown Directors: Heidi Brown Carl Clawson Benita Forrest
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Communications Statistics • Key Statistics (July 31, 2019 – July 30, 2020) o Clubhouse Online Emails: Total of 5,180 (+327 subscribers, 6.7% from 2019) o Facebook: Total of 3,508 Likes, (+314 subscribers, 9.83% from 2019) o Facebook Video: 23,638 Minutes Viewed (-29,489 minutes, 55.51% from 2019) o YouTube: 22,440 Minutes Viewed (-36,280 minutes, 59% from 2019) o Website Users: 76,613 Users /Year (+13,690 subscribers, 21.76% from 2019) Pre-Pandemic Average (thru 3/15): 4,939 users per month Pandemic Average: 10,358 users per month The primary challenge is to continue to identify potential advertisers and to identify other means of communications revenue to help cover the cost increases of other services such as music licenses and text alerts. Information Systems and networking support are now outsourced. A considerable amount of time has been spent this year updating infrastructure and network security. Accomplishments include the successful migration and upgrade of all MS Office applications and e-mail, security training for all staff, system wide upgrades to Jonas and TEKControl, and the upgrade to the Internet speed at several locations. Current projects underway include a phone system upgrade, Section 16 camera on Rapidan Road and 9.9 Maintenance Area camera installations, and upgrades to all point of sale devices and merchant services support team. The ongoing emphasis of the Security Force continued to be on reducing wait times at the front gate and working closely with Orange County Sheriff to deter crime. Total front gate/back gate count for the year was approximately 2.3 M, down from 2.5M last year. We received 1.8 M vehicles through the front gate, of which over 600,000 were visitor entries. The Back Gate vehicle count was 500,000. I encourage members to use the TEKControl phone app rather than call Security to manage their guests. We also moved the issuance and support of barcodes to Member Services, and now issue Parking Passes to Member Guest Pass users to display on their dashboard at all times. These two items should continue to reduce the amount of time for vehicles to get through the front gate.
See General Manager's report on p. 3
LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278
Lake Currents The official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (USPS 872-400) is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-9722278 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
Chief Scott Walker continues to emphasize good customer service at the front gate, on the roads, and on the lakes. This year Lake Patrol stepped up its enforcement of the Lakes Regulations and safety checks on the Main Lake. Allied Universal is in its eighth year with LOWA, after winning a competitive bid for another three-year contract. Challenges ahead include continuing to encourage member use of TEKControl, completing the Surveillance Camera Project for Section 16 on Rapidan Road, continuing to building strong relationships with Orange County Sheriff and other law enforcement partners, continuing a customerservice focused program, and managing COVID-19 protocols moving forward in our changing environment. Other key statistics: • Number of households with active TEKControl accounts: 2,099 • Number of Active Barcodes: 16,925 Our Finance Department, led by Charlie Maneval, again had a busy year at the Holcomb Building with heavy property transfer activity bringing many new members to the community. In the past 12 months, 406 properties have changed hands compared to 356 last year, up 50 properties. The Finance team supported the Board’s annual update of the Replacement Reserve Study review of our assets; continued collection efforts to hold delinquencies below the 2% rate achieved for the last five years; implemented several new internal control procedures; revamped the vehicle storage tracking and reporting system; assisted in the expanded use of both the electronic notice regarding member accounts and electronic voting using Vote-Now.com; and continued to manage through the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Electronic voting levels have increased with 1,520 Members registered to vote electronically, compared to 1,413 last year. Challenges include keeping the assessment delinquency rates below 2%, managing the budget during COVID-19, internal control procedures, continuous improvement, training, lack of automation, Member Services application limitations, and merchant services service and support. Boat registrations are up to 2,703 boats this year compared to 2,620 last year. There are 1,680 powered watercraft compared to 1,646. There are 1,023 non powered watercraft compared to 974.
Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-972-2237. Email: Frontdesk@LOWA.org M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM Limited Walk-in service Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Deck/Inside Dining Open w/ Restrictions
Wed-Sun 5-9 PM (last order by 8:30 PM)
Sat Lunch, 11 AM-4 PM Sun Lunch, 1-4 PM Sun Brunch, 10 AM-1 PM Takeout Available Menus: www.LOWA.org/Clubhouse Community Center: 540-972-9680
Amenities
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. Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 Inside dining open w/restrictions. Takeout Available Mon-Sat: 8 AM-9 PM Sun: 8 AM-6 PM Menu: www.LOWA.org/Fareways Fitness Center: 540-412-6016 Daily: 8 AM-8 PM, Closed Sundays Annual Members only. Sign-up required: LOWA.org/ FitnessCenter
Lake Currents September 11, 2020
Our Maintenance Department takes great pride in maintaining roads, parks, buildings, and lakes. The Buildings Department’s water line troubleshooting repairs helped reduce operating costs at the Clubhouse, Stables and Community Center. The department also built new canoe/kayak racks to accommodate a growing interest in water sports, and installed LED lights in maintenance buildings. The Grounds Department continued to maintain the over 200 acres of LOWA common area. The Roads Department renovated the RV/Boat Storage area. The department, through a contractor, completed a resurfacing on Lakeview Parkway from RV/Boat Storage to 736 Lakeview Parkway and Sweetbriar Walking trail by the end of last September. Health of the Lakes remains our overarching concern and Environmental Resources Manager Bobby Jones, along with Stormwater Inspector Nicholas Blankenship, are leading a concentrated effort to combat nitrogen and phosphorous levels that are three times the EPA standard in Keaton’s Lake and 2.5 times the EPA standard in the Main Lake. Keaton’s Lake water clarity has continued to improve, but we have much more work to do. As part of our Lakes Management Improvement Program for the Main Lake, LOWA has completed the construction of the Flat Run Forebay. This Best Management Practice structural project as-built survey shows it has the potential to catch and contain over 372 tons of sediment per year at the Flat Run entrance to the Main Lake near the Back Gate. Here, the sediment can periodically (estimated at once every 1.4 years) be removed before it is carried by lake currents and deposited throughout the Main Lake. This
can improve water clarity and water quality for the Main Lake. Maintenance oversaw 4,378 feet of roadside ditch reconstruction in 2019, and continues to reconstruct roadside ditches in-house weekly, for a total of over 13 miles of reconstructed ditches. Eight years into the program, we have completed 58% of the 23 miles of roadside ditches. One mile of reconstructed roadside ditch removes 54 tons of sediment a year from entering the Lakes. As for Keaton’s Lake, the 14th Pond Retrofit with Forebay Project is complete. The pond had been filled in with years of stormwater sediment, to a shallow depth of 1-2 feet. The pond was excavated to approximately a 6-foot depth, and a forebay was built upstream of the pond, to catch and contain sediments, prior to entering the pond, and Keaton’s Lake. This BMP structural project can catch and contain 4,346 pounds of sediment, 38.6 pounds of Total Nitrogen, and 5.2 pounds of Total Phosphorous per year. Environmental Resources conducted Bacteriological and Algae monitoring on our Lakes and Front Entrance Pond throughout the swimming season. We have not had any swimming/water activities closures this season; we have been below recommended thresholds for safe swimming and water activities. The challenge on the horizon is Stormwater Management, including manpower, funds, and coordination to get the grass to grow after stabilizing the reconstructed ditch lines throughout LOWA. LOWA’s Roads Crew will continue to reconstruct sediment-filled ditches throughout the year, along with its seasonal daily duties. FY2019 contained $140,000 for outside contractor work in our Stormwater Management Program. These funds were allotted to stormwater management. The Patrick Henry Court to Small Marina Drainage Improvement Project is the first pilot project in the stormwater management program. The allocated funds for the Project were used to hire A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc to design the project. All five Phase 1 easements have been obtained, and AMT can proceed to 90% design level. LOWA also purchased two undeveloped properties on Yorktown Boulevard for stormwater retention. At the Community Center, Manager Tracie Hayes and her team were able to host many events through March. Community Youth Activities also hosted three events, including S’mores Night, Family BINGO, and the Family Date Night. In September, with the help of the Pools Committee, Sweetbriar Pool ended the season with the Sixth Annual Soggy Doggie Swim. This is an event that is enjoyed by more than just the dogs! The second Small Business Day was held in the Sweetbriar Lions Pavilion in September as well. This was a great opportunity for members to see the local talents of their neighbors. October’s Treats on the Point turned into Treats in the Community Center and despite the nasty weather forecast, over 1,000 people came through the Community Center! Last December, we hosted the Ninth Annual Christkindlmarkt in the Community Center. This is one of the most anticipated events of the year. The first day of registration, vendors are lined up at the door waiting to reserve their space. Over 500 shoppers attended. In March, COVID-19 caused the Community Center to close its doors to the members. Member use dropped to 22,135 compared to last year’s 54,072. By April, we all had become accustomed to the virtual world. The Marion Pronk Hall became the ZOOM Room. It was no longer filled with pickleball players paddling little yellow plastic balls, or kids playing basketball with their friends. The Marion Pronk Hall would usually be packed during the LOW Players performances; instead, the curtains remained closed. The shows just could not go on. The Fitness Center and Pools were also greatly affected and had to delay opening until June. Once opened, members had to choose an available time slot to make reservations. The Fitness Center has 422 memberships compared to the 998 we ended with last year. Pools brought out 11,658 people this summer compared to 20,000 last year, with almost 1,108 individual lots represented. Meanwhile, Pickleball/Tennis memberships were 140 this year compared to 231 last year.
Association News
General Manager's Report from p. 2
See General Manager's report on p. 15
Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 7 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 7:30 AM-8 PM daily
Pools Clubhouse: 540-972-2192 11 AM-7 PM Sat/Sun only Last day open: 9/20
Maintenance Office: 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
Security/Front Gate: 540-972-2210 or 540-972-2020 LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL
Marina – Gas Dock Sat/Sun: 9:30 AM-5:30 PM
Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM-11 PM
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
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
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Pool Survey
LOWA Pool Customer Feedback Survey 2020 We want to hear from you about what you liked or what you think can be improved at the Clubhouse & Sweetbriar Pools. Please consider all aspects of pool operations as you answer this survey. Each year LOWA hires a pool management company to operate, maintain the pools, and provide lifeguard staffing. If you have already submitted this survey in paper format, then please do not submit this version. Complete the Survey by September 30, 2020. Take the Survey online at www.LOWA.org/PoolSurvey2020 Submit paper surveys at the Holcomb Building or mail to: Lake of the Woods Association, Attention: Communications Department, 102 Lakeview Parkway, Locust Grove, VA 22508 * Required Question 1. Name *
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2. Lot *
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3. Section *______
4. Contact Info (if Reply is requested) __________________________________________ 5. Did you or your family use the pools this summer? Mark only one oval. ⃝ No Go to question 6 ⃝ Yes, Clubhouse Skip to question 9 ⃝ Yes, Sweetbriar Skip to question 9 ⃝ Yes, Both Skip to question 9
Non-Visitor Feedback
Lake Currents September 11, 2020
If you or your family didn’t visit pools this summer, what would have encouraged you to visit? 6. Different Hours? (please elaborate on the “other” line) Check all that apply. Yes No Other: ___________________________________ 7. Rules Change? (please elaborate on the “other” line) Check all that apply. Yes No Other: ___________________________________ 8. Special Events? (Check all that interest you.) Movie Night Wine and Cheese Party Soggy Doggy Swim Sports Night Themed Music Night Other: ___________________________________
Pool Use 9. Approximately how many people in your household visited either the Clubhouse or Sweetbriar pool this summer? * ___________________ 10. In a typical week, how often would you visit either pool? Mark only one oval. ⃝ Daily ⃝ 4 or more times per week ⃝ 3 or fewer times per week ⃝ Never Skip to question 26 ⃝ Other: ___________________________________ 11. Did your family use the lap lanes this summer? Check all that apply. Yes, at Clubhouse Yes, at Sweetbriar No
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12. Would you like to see the lap lanes/times expanded? Check all that apply. Yes at Clubhouse. Yes at Sweetbriar. No, they were fine. Other: ___________________________________ 13. Would you be interested in expanding the Clubhouse pool hours until 8 PM? (Doing so will require that LOWA either increase the pool contract by about $12K or to offset the hours by opening the pool later in the day.) Mark only one oval. ⃝ Yes ⃝ No 14. If LOWA kept the pool open until 8 PM, how likely would you be to attend later in the day? Mark only one oval. ⃝ Not likely ⃝ Somewhat likely ⃝ Very Likely ⃝ I don’t know 15. Did you or your family utilize the Snack Bar at either pool? Check all that apply, feel free to provide feedback on the “Other” line. Yes, Clubhouse. Yes, Sweetbriar. Neither Other: ___________________________________
Condition of the Pool Facilities On a scale of 1-5 (1 being strongly disagree, 5 being strongly agree) how strongly would you agree with the following statements? 16. Clubhouse pool was clean, safe, and in working order. Mark only one oval. Strongly Disagree
① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Strongly Agree
17. Sweetbriar pool was clean, safe, and in working order. Mark only one oval. Strongly Disagree
① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Strongly Agree
18. Feel free to provide specific feedback about any areas that you feel need improvement at either pool __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________
Lifeguards
19. Friendliness and courtesy. Mark only one oval. Poor ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Excellent 20. Enforcement of rules. Mark only one oval. Poor ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Excellent 21. Maintained a safe environment. Mark only one oval. Poor ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Excellent 22. Attention to duties. (Duties may include, set-up, clean-up, check-in, concessions) Mark only one oval. Poor ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Excellent
Registration Process
23. How did you find the process of obtaining photo IDs and guest pool passes?
Swim Club Management Group 24. How satisfied were you with Swim Club Management Group’s management of the pools this season? Mark only one oval. Very Dissatisfied ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Very Satisfied
25. In what areas does Swim Club Management Group do a good job? Where do you suggest improvement? __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________
Comments Please provide any comments or suggestions you have regarding any aspect of the pools or pool management. __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________
1:00 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: August 19, 2020; September 7, 2020; September 9, 2020; September 10 and 11, 2020 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS AND MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 4. REPORTS 4.1 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports C. Committee Changes D. Referendum Update 4.2 Report of General Manager A. LOWA Amenities, Events, Meetings and Offices Coronavirus Status B. August Financials C. Lakes Management Report 4.3 Committee Reports A. Pools Committee – Janet Klingensmith, Chair B. Finance Committee – Jane Haltmaier, Chair 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Reducing the Posted Speed Limit to 15mph on Monroe Street 5.2 Consideration of Approving Selling Mixed Alcoholic Beverages on the Golf Course 5.3 Consideration of Approving Amendments to Regulation IV.H.1, Individual Behavior, Wheeled Devices, Regarding a Prohibition at the Clubhouse Pool/Fitness Center Sidewalks and Entryway 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of LOWA Amenities, Events, Meetings and Offices Coronavirus Status A. Financial Status 6.2 Consideration of Approving Employee Health Insurance for November 1, 2020 to October 31, 2020 6.3 Consideration of Awarding a Contract to B.Z. Excavating Inc. for Mt. Pleasant for a Drainage Project Crossover Pipe Replacement Projects with Funds to Come from the Repair and Replacement Reserve 6.4 Consideration of Approving Board Goals 6.5 Discussion of Budget Guidelines as Recommended by the Finance Committee 6.6 Consideration of Approving an Equestrian Committee Charter Change 6.7 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance 6.8 Consideration of Accepting All Committee Annual Reports
Lake Currents September 11, 2020
Mark only one oval. ⃝ Easy ⃝ Somewhat Easy ⃝ Difficult ⃝ Confusing ⃝ Other: ___________________________________
Regular Board of Directors Meeting Agenda (Tentative) September 16, 2020 2 PM, Community Center
Pool Survey
On a scale of 1-5 (1 being poor, 5 being excellent) rate the lifeguard staff provided by Swim Club Management Group, Inc. (SCMG) using the categories below.
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
7. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 8. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, October 3, 2020, Community Center, 9:00am Executive Session, 10:00am Open Session. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, October 21, 2020, Community Center, 1:00pm Executive Session, 2:00pm Open Session. 9. 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. 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. (Admin. Resolution 2016-4.)
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Association News Lake Currents September 11, 2020
Political Signs At its Sept. 3 meeting, the ECC voted to uphold the covenants and regulations regarding political signs. Any political sign posted on any residential lot prior to Sept. 22 will be in violation. Members are requested to voluntarily remove any posted signs now and refrain from posting any new signs until Sept. 22. All signs, once posted, must adhere to the regulation “Only one political sign per issue or candidate, no larger than 4 square feet may be displayed on any residential lot. Political signs may be displayed no earlier than six weeks prior to an election and must be removed the day after the election.
Community and Youth Activities Committee Needs Your Help by Janet Klingensmith, Secretary, CYAC
The CYAC is looking for a few unusual thinkers. The purpose of our committee is to plan and coordinate programs and activities throughout LOW. Members establish and promote ideas, actions and programs that provide positive recreational and growth experiences for the youth, families, and adults in our community. During this time of social distancing, the usual activities that CYAC organizes cannot be held, but we want everyone in our LOW community to continue to have fun and feel involved. So until we can get together again for Bingo, Family Date Night, March Madness, or S’Mores Night, if you have some “out of the box” ideas and some spare time to volunteer, please consider joining the Community and Youth Activities Committee. You can submit your application online at www.LOWA.org, Member Login. Go to Administration > Forms > Official Forms – Board > Committee Application. If you want to discuss the activities of the committee before joining, please feel free to email the acting Secretary, Janet Klingensmith at irelandkling@ yahoo.com.
Photo Contest Winners Top -Second place; Photo by Tabitha Schommer. Left - Third Place: Photo by Craig Benedict.
2020 LOW Childhelp Harvest Moon Charity Auction
On-line Auction October 2 - 17 In Person Auction October 17 4-8 PM at the LOW Clubhouse
Cash Bar | Light Refreshments Covid appropriate precautions in place. Check www.lowchildhelpauxiliary.org for info & updates on the “Bids for Kids” on-line auction, and catalog of wonderful items on which to bid.
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(501(c)3 #95-2884608)
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To make a direct tax-deductible contribution by mail, send checks to LOW Childhelp Auxiliary, P.O. Box 382, Locust Grove, VA 22508
Sept 11 – 17 8 AM
12:30 PM 2 PM
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Sept 18 - 24
LOWA Regular Board Meeting September 16 Real Virginia LOWA Annual Meeting of the Membership Sept 7 LOWA Annual Meeting of the Board Sept 9 LOW Players - Driving Miss Daisy LOWA Regular Board Meeting September 16
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Wednesday, September 23 7 PM, Planning Committee Town Hall Meeting, Proposed 2021-2025 Capital Plan, CC, Zoom
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
Committee Meetings: Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees. Pickleball/Tennis: 9/14, 3 PM, Zoom Rules: 9/15, 2 PM, Zoom LCC Meeting: 9/16, 7:30 PM, CC, Zoom LCC Hearing: 9/16, 8 PM, CC, Zoom ECC: 9/17, 9 AM, Zoom External Affairs: 9/21, 12 PM, Zoom Lakes: 9/21, 2:30 PM, CC, Zoom Investment: 9/21, 1 PM, CC, Zoom Treasurer Mtg. to follow Communications: 9/23, 3 PM, CC, Zoom Elections: 9/23, 10 AM, CC, Zoom Equestrian: 9/24, 1:30 PM, CC, Zoom NOTICE:
Committees have begun to meet again via Zoom. For schedule updates, check here and online at www.LOWA.org/Calendar. To access the Zoom meeting agendas, please visit www.LOWA.org/CommitteeAgendas, 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.
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LOWA Member Ad Referral Program
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LOWA Advertising Referral Loyalty Program
by Carolyn Brodeur, Communications Manager Have a local vendor, contractor, or store that you want to help support? Perhaps you’ve checked the Lake Currents for their ad but haven’t seen them advertise there. Don’t let them be the best kept secret in LOW. Invite them to advertise in the Lake of the Woods newsletter, Lake Currents. The advertiser will receive a 10% discount on the pre-paid rate for purchase of a set of ads for six issues. The referring member will receive $10 in Loyalty Bucks. It’s easy! Members should just clip this coupon and give it to your favorite vendor. When your vendor submits the coupon and makes a purchase of a six issue prepay, they receive the discount and you receive the loyalty bucks. (Due to Covid-19 restrictions, photo submissions of the coupon will be accepted via email.) Additional coupons can be downloaded online or picked up from the Holcomb Building Member Services breezeway. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Loyalty for more info.
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Friday, September 11 9 AM LOWA Special Meeting of the Board for the purpose of a Retreat (CC). Info: 540-972-2214.
For updates, please see www.LOWA.org/Calendar or call the contacts listed below. SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Event Aerobics
Church 540-972-9060
Meditation Class
Terry 540-412-2282
Praise & Worship Dance
Sonja 540-972-1734
Senior Softball
John 540-229-7940
Square Dancers Club
Dick/Lynn 703-298-6254
Tuesday, September 22 12-6 PM Red Cross Blood Drive (CC). Info: Ginny 540-848-5829 or Carol 540-972-0664.
Square DancersLords & Ladies
Ruth/Marty 540-412-2186 Joyce 540-972-1924
Stretch and Flex
Frances 540-972-5435
Volleyball Adult/coed
Michael 540-809-7406
Walkers & Joggers Club
Diane 540-388-2930
Water Fitness
Carol 540-972-6739
Wednesday, September 23 7 PM Planning Committee Town Hall Meeting on Five-Year Capital Plan (CC), via Zoom. Info: 540-9722214. Saturday, September 26 10 AM-1 PM 1”x 3” x 8’ Woodworkers Challenge (SB Pavilion). Info: Glynn 703-625-3849.
Yoga Gentle
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Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Chair
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Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Flow
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Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Flow on the CH Beach $ Zumba, seniors
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ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN Event
Deadline for submissions to the Oct. 9 issue of Lake Currents is Sept. 28.
Elba 540-850-8577 (subject to change)
Contact Carolyn 540-972-3306
Catholic Bible Study Group
Karen 262-894-9618
Bridge, Sunday Duplicate
Joe 540-972-8052/Caroline 540-972-7688
Bridge, Monday Night
Mike 540-972-8251/Charles 540-972-8030
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
Joan 540-972-7548
Bocce Club
Dirk 540-622-3440
Book Club, LOW
540-972-9284
Chess Club
Kurt 703-401-8592
Childhelp Auxiliary
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
Coloring Book Club
540-972-9680
Craft Group
Rochelle 540-972-3438
DAR Susannah Chandler
Betty Larson 540-661-7202
Democratic Club
Kerry 540-220-8547
Fire & Rescue Auxiliary
Marguerite 540-972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
John 540-972-5611
Garden Club
Jan 540-972-1630
Happy Tails Dog Club
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Knitting & Crocheting
Deadline for submissions to the Sept. 25 issue of Lake Currents is Sept. 14.
Bonnie 540-850-8585
AARP Meeting
Investment Club
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Contact
Wednesday, September 16 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC), via Zoom. Info: 540-972-2214.
Calendar
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Monday, September 14 10 AM LOW Garden Club Meeting (SB Pavilion). 7 PM LOW Republican Club (CC). Info: Tomnortham@aol.com.
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LOW Lioness Club
Donalda 412-2857 Mary 703-231-6297
LOW Arts
Jennifer 703-508-1104
LOW Lions Club
Charlie 540-903-7796
LOW Players
Dave 540-972-6289
Mahjongg
Debby 540-412-5240
Mothers of Preschoolers
Kristen, mops@lowchurch.org
Open Mic Night
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Photography Club, LOW
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Republican Club, LOW
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Nita 540-219-7028 Audrey 540-222-3569
Veterans Club
Dan 540-972-0153
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Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
We are rapidly approaching our Special Meeting of the Membership on Oct. 27. I am hopeful we will have reached our goal of 2,600 total ballots by that date. If we don’t have the 2,600 ballots in total, the new Board could vote to extend the referendum window. For those who want the referendum to fail by voting “no,” thinking not voting will kill the initiative, you may undoubtedly NOT like the unintended consequences of higher HOA assessments as failure to pass the referendum will result in higher legal fees for enforcement. To be clear, we must and will continue to enforce our covenants. If the referendum passes, we can go back to levying charges to violators of $10 per day for up to 90 days. In the past, it was extremely rare for anyone to pay the charges as they simply corrected the violations. However, without the “teeth” of the potential charges, our letters for compliance are often ignored. Perhaps you have seen examples of some of the long-term violations such as overgrown lawns, untagged vehicles, etc. If the referendum fails, the Association will have to get the violations corrected utilizing the legal system, which costs each and every Member. The onus for correcting a lot owner’s violations should by right and obligation be placed on the violator, not all Members. The first demand letter from the attorney costs the Association $200. If that does not get the violations corrected, we must initiate a lawsuit that costs our Members between $2,000 to $6,000, depending on the length of preparation and trial time. Our budget line for legal expenses will continue to greatly increase. If you change your mind and decide you would like to change your vote to “yes,” or haven’t yet voted and would like to shift the burden of expenses back to the violators, you can do so by email, phone or LOWA website. Email: support @ vote-now.com Phone: 844-797-4575 www.LOWA.org/ECCReferendum (through LOWA website) Https://vtnw.com/go/LOWAResend (to have your ballot emailed to you)
Each year the LOWA Planning Committee hosts a Town Hall meeting to familiarize the membership with updates to the Five-Year Capital Plan. The presentation identifies and discusses (1) major lake management improvement projects valued over $100,000, (2) all replacement reserve projects valued over $100,000, and (3) all new proposed capital projects The Planning Committee itself does not propose these projects. Rather it researches, reviews, and evaluates proposed capital and major replacement projects from management, LOWA committees and individual members, and then makes recommendations to the Board on their disposition as the Capital Plan is refined during the annual budget process. This year’s Planning Committee Town Hall on the proposed 2021-2025 Capital Plan will be held at 7 PM, Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Community Center, and on Zoom. In-person attendance will be limited to a maximum of 20 members to enforce social distancing. Masks will be required. This is YOUR chance to voice your opinion on what is being proposed. Please come and give us your thoughts, or email us at lowaplngcmte@gmail.com.
by Pete Brown, LOWA Director
September 23 Town Hall on Proposed 2021-2025 Capital Projects, 7 PM Join Zoom Meeting Visit www.LOWA.org/CommitteeAgendas
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by Janet Klingensmith, Pools Committee Chair
So, keep up the training, and keep practicing your humans. The committee would appreciate your comments and feedback as we plan next season. To collect this feedback, we have created a Pools Use Survey. There are numerous ways to complete it. • Visit www.LOWA.org/PoolSurvey2020 and complete the survey online. • Use the paper copy included in this edition and return to 102 Lakeview Parkway, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Please complete and submit your survey by Sept. 30. Any other questions or other concerns regarding the pools can be submitted to the Pools Committee by logging in and going to www.LOWA.org/ Committees. Click the link for the pools committee and fill out the contact form. Thank you for your support and use of the pools this summer and we look forward to seeing you next season.
Bowling League Seeking New Members
If we are lucky, history will not repeat itself. We hope to be back to our normal activities next summer, but we were fortunate here at Lake of the Woods. We had the lake… the beaches…and the pools. While attendance was lower than previous summers, the Pools Committee thanks all swimmers for their patience as schedules and rules were modified to meet ever-changing state regulations, and for adhering to the guidelines for social distancing and cleanliness while visiting the pools. We thank our serious swimmers…. the less serious, more fun, and adventurous swimmers – experienced and new! and our water fitness fanatics. At the Clubhouse Pool, we were able to conduct water fitness classes, and the classes were filled. COVID challenges of no shared equipment were met by attendees purchasing their own equipment or ‘checking out’ group equipment and carrying back and forth between classes. Social distancing was maintained with the use of lane lines and distancing. Movie Nights, the Wine and Cheese Party, and Soggy Doggie Swim had to be cancelled for this season. To our four-legged friends, don’t despair. Soggy Doggie Swim plans to be back next year, bigger and better than ever with more participants, easier registrations, and lots and lots of balls.
by John Rourke, Secretary/Treasurer, LOW Fun League The LOW Fun League, a senior mixed bowling league, is seeking new members for the 2020/2021 season. The league bowls on Thursdays at 1 PM at the AMF Fredericksburg Lanes on Kilarney Road, near the Harrison Crossing area, beginning on Oct. 1, continuing for 24 weeks, generally ending in late March. The league’s members include LOW residents and friends, and it has beginner to experienced bowlers with low to higher averages. We are a league that enjoys bowling for its fun, light exercise, and camaraderie. The AMF facility is operating under Phase 3 protocols of the pandemic reopening process, thus, social distancing while bowling and mask wearing except when bowling, eating, or drinking are required. If you are interested in joining our league, please contact John Rourke at 540-9725344, or send an email to jrourke39@gmail.com.
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Thank You, LOW Community Lioness School Supply Drive
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by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman
On behalf of the Lake of the Woods Lioness Lions, we would like to thank our Lioness for again supporting this project, the LOW Lions, and LOW AARP Chapter 5239 for helping with the purchase of PPE Masks, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes plus many other items requested by the schools. This year we concentrated on the basic school supplies, no backpacks or frills. We wanted to make sure that the children had what they needed to make this a very successful year. We would also like to thank the following LOW community members for supporting our School Supply Drive with very generous donations that allowed us to help the Orange County, Locust Grove Primary and Locust Grove Elementary Schools with many items that will be needed in both the classroom and at home, Karen Kovarik, Larry and Karla Pringle, Jane Haltmaier and John Yurechko, Don and Frances Allen, Donald Wright, Warren and Barbara Lee, Joann Strawhun. Jim Bois, Richard and Linda Ticomb, and Virginia Wright. We also received a very generous gift from Dave and Barbara Francis that allowed the Lioness to purchase special items to help the younger children with stressful situations that might arise during this very difficult school term. We were also able to provide funds to the Orange County Nutrition Department to help offset Cafeteria Balances for the Locust Grove Primary and Locust Grove Elementary schools. We wanted to make sure that every child receives a healthy meal. Again, thanks to the Lake of the Woods community members, the Lions and AARP Chapter 5239 clubs and members of the LOW Lioness for supporting the Lake of the Woods Lioness 2020 Annual School Supply Drive. Our Community Rocks! This shows that if we work together, we can do anything. Our Lioness motto is: We Serve!
Sept. 14 breaks the meeting drought. After six months, the Garden Club meets at the Sweetbriar Pavilion at 10 AM. This is a change from our usual starting time and is to accommodate warm weather. The first hour will be spent getting reacquainted and planning for our plant sale and Christmas decorating days. Members will enjoy meeting Barbara Fakoury, the Butterfly Lady, whose subject is the Monarch Butterfly, from eggs to caterpillar to liftoff. Remember, bring your own beverages and a snack if desired and do wear masks and name tags to help us see who is behind the mask. Sorry, members only, as space is limited to accommodate social distancing. Then on Saturday, Sept. 26, the Garden Club hosts a plant sale at the campgrounds pavilion from 10 AM to 2 PM. We will be selling, at a reasonable price, plants members have successfully grown in their homes or yards. This should be just in time to plant them before the cold weather. Masks and social distancing will be observed, watch for updates in Lake Currents and online. All residents of LOW are welcome. Alert: Food Bank Collection at the meeting. Food Bank requests: September, dessert mixes, brownies, cake, cookies. October, cooking oil, sprays. Paid Advertisement
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Don’t forget the Sept. 14 meeting! It will be at the Community Center at 7 PM. We have a full schedule with representatives from the Trump Campaign, the Freitas Campaign, and the Gade Campaign along with the new Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia, Richard Anderson. We will have yard signs, literature and bumper stickers available. Agenda items include a brief report on recent LOW variations to sign displays, elections, conventions, and current events along with recent activities about the Republicans of Orange County Committee. Additionally, there will be a review of the LOWRC Bylaws and a request for approval as well as approval for the inclusion of the Young Republicans of Orange County, an affiliate of the LOWRC. The YROC will include ages 15 to 40 years of age.
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Due to current Virginia legislative activity covering several political issues, there will also be a short training session by the Legislative Action Committee Chairman on Legislative Action Alerts, and a sign-up for participation volunteers. We are seeking volunteers for poll workers for the Nov. 3 election, and will have a sign-up sheet. We need 48 poll workers to service our four voting locations: The Community Center, the Clubhouse, the Locust Grove Middle School, and the Locust Grove Elementary School. There will be two workers for shifts of two hours each from 6 AM until 8 PM. We have new shelters, tables, chairs and will have literature on the Republican Candidates and a list of their accomplishments and/or goals. All are welcome to attend the meeting; however, only currently paidup members may vote on issues which are club specific. To join, or for additional information, articles and news, go to: www.lowrepublicanclub.com.
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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.
Fundraisers
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 contact Lion Deb at 919-412-0351 or Lion Ed at 540-412-1507. If contacts are not immediately available, please leave message and we will return your call. Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment, and on Tues. evenings (walk-in). 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540672-0793.
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Mon, Wed, Fri, at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). 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 AM12:30 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. 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
Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tuesday, every other month from noon to 6 PM. Next drive is Sept. 22 in the Community Center. You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www.redcrossblood.org for more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800-7332767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walk-ins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Ginny, 540-8485829 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 Mon-Fri. 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, 540-972-1629 or Gail.Sauro@ yahoo.com.
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New! 2020 LOW F&R Phone Directory Now 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 Lion Deb at 919412-0351 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 8-10:30 AM. 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 8-11 AM. 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,
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It’s A Go!
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Rules: • Eligible Participants: Residents of the Lake of the Woods or their family members living outside the lake; Groups or organizations residing within the lake; (Members of the LOW Woodworkers Club will not be eligible for prizes.). • Use only one piece of 1” x 3” x 8’ pine lumber (fasteners such as glue, nails, screws, hinges, etc., lighting, and finishes such as stain, paint, etc. will be permitted). No other materials can be used. Projects will be judged on three criteria: Originality, Artistic presentation, and Woodworking techniques.
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The LOW Woodworkers Third Annual 1”x 3” x 8’ Challenge will be held this year! Modifications to the times and location of the event were necessary due to COVID considerations. The event will take place on the same day as originally scheduled, Saturday, Sept. 26, from 10 AM until 1 PM, at the Lions Pavilion, Sweetbriar Park (next to the Community Center). Contestants are asked to drop off their projects at the Pavilion between 9 and 10 AM on the 26th. Judging will start at 11 AM, and awards will be presented at noon. Visitors are welcome. Social distancing and the wearing of masks will be in effect. There is still time to get your projects done! For individuals who are challenged regarding project design, we have put together a list of websites to provide ideas for your project. www.thecarmichaelworkshop.com www.Sawshub.com/small-wood-projects/ http://cutthewood.com/inspiration/small-wood-projects
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Certification of 2020 Board of Directors Ballots
by Pete Brown, Secretary, Board of Directors and Lisa McKinney, Elections Committee We certify the following to be true and correct to the best of our knowledge: Total Ballots Received: 1018 Total Valid Ballots Cast: 987.5 Total Invalid Ballots Cast: (See explanations below) 32 Total Net Valid Ballots Cast: 987.5 Valid Ballots cast by voting method: Total Valid Electronic Ballots Cast: 957.5 Total Valid Paper Ballots Cast by Mail: 3 Total Valid Paper Ballots Cast at Meeting: 4 Total Valid Telephone Ballots Cast: 23 Votes Cast For: • Teri Vickery 898 • Carl D. Clawson 882.5 Elected to the LOWA Board of Directors for a Three-Year Term: • Teri Vickery • Carl D. Clawson Explanation by Category of Invalid Ballots Cast: = Previous Owner 1 = Abstentions 7 = Members not in Good Standing 24 Below are two questions which have been asked numerous times, followed by the answers: 1. Why are there partial votes for the candidates? Some lots have multiple owners. Example: Two Members share ownership of a lot located between their lots. Therefore, each member retains .5 votes for this lot; total vote for this lot is 1. Example: An Estate leaves a lot to four children; each child retains .25 votes for this lot; total vote for this lot is 1. 2. If you multiply the total valid ballots cast by two (number of candidates), why does it not equal the total votes cast? Not all ballots submitted voted for both candidates. Some members only voted for one candidate. Also, based on the percentage each member owns per lot, a partial vote may be counted.
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Our Independence Day Celebration was postponed to Sept. 5 for a Celebration of Patriotism but, for the safety of our members and of our employees, the decision was made to cancel it. But the summer was not completely lost; special thanks to the Turner family for organizing and hosting several family movie nights, Challenges for the upcoming year will be readjusting to all the changes that were made due to COVID-19. Our Golf maintenance contractor, IGM, has been with us since 2005 and Superintendent Mike Kuhn and his crew are keeping the Golf Course in excellent condition. This year we removed trees and made improvements to the fairways and the bunkers to improve playability. Our new Golf Operations Manager Mike Harvey and his team report golf rounds at 18,079 in FY20192020, up from the FY2018-2019 total of 17,518. Annual memberships are at 145, up from last year’s 133, and showing consistent memberships year over year. Immediate challenges are to continue to grow membership and increase afternoon rounds played. The IGM contract is up for renewal and the new Board will be asked to determine if we should renew the contract or bring golf maintenance in house. Fareways Café revenues of $432,753 (Budget $431,940) was $19K less than prior year, but would have been higher except for the COVID-19 closure. The number of CHITS (orders processed) remained consistent at 34K from prior year. Fareways top-line sales would have exceeded prior year sales if not for the COVID-19 shut down. Open mic night, Schutzenfest, Karaoke, trivia night and football evenings during the season were very popular, along with the SOLD-OUT performance by the Acoustic Onion. Fareways Café, led by Carletta Johnson and Sandy Stanley, is poised to continue to service our membership through new and upgraded menu options and live entertainment, working closely with Food and Beverage Director Ryan Richardson and Golf Pro Mike Harvey to attract tournaments and banquets. Ryan Richardson and the Clubhouse staff has hosted a variety of events in the past year including wine tasting, club events, weddings, Clubhouse Luau, The Silver Tones and Dinner with Santa to name a few. Staff hosted 48 special events this past year, including 12 weddings; 11 fewer events than last year (due to cancelations during COVID-19 shutdown). We expanded and changed our menu to emphasize monthly and daily specials. Seasonal specials and farm-to-table offerings have been well received. Favorites include, prime rib, sautéed halibut with lobster butter, crab stuffed rainbow trout, and cedar plank salmon. Top-line revenue was just under $1.12 million, eclipsing the $1 million in sales mark for the eighth straight year. This was a $80K decrease from prior year, because the Clubhouse was closed for 2 weeks and had a to-go/delivery only for six weeks following COVID-19 closure. We expect lower sales in the restaurant and catering business with scheduled events cancelled or postponed, and lower sales in restaurant dining. We expect to see a decrease in topline sales as staff served fewer guests this year than last year. Many of the cancelled events have been rescheduled for the upcoming year. The Clubhouse is poised to continue to service our membership through the COVID-19 pandemic and forward; we are in the process of booking events for the spring and summer of 2021 to offset lower than expected sales in 2020. Bridget Hutchens with Assistant Manager Melissa Zukowski and the Equestrian Center staff care for nine horses, same number as last year. There are four LOWA owned horses (Patton, Prescott, Ivy, Over the Moon (aka Juliette), three boarded horses (Gunner, Snip, JoeJoe) two leased ponies (Fancy and Elvis {who left the barn after being here just for the summer). This summer, the Equestrian Center offered seven weeks of Pony Camp. Pony Camp usually operates with 12 campers per session, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, we operated safely with eight campers in each session. All the camp sessions were filled. Many LOW families opted out of Pony Camp, and instead enrolled their children in private lessons to limit group contact. Staff operated Camp as safely as possible, cleaning all shared equipment between riders, and having all staff and participants wearing masks and using hand sanitizer multiple times per day. In September 2019, the Lower Barn received a new concrete apron and aisle way on the washstall side. In Winter 2020, the Equestrian Center office was renovated to include new floors, a fresh paint job with new moldings and installation of a tech cabinet. New bleachers were installed around the show ring and the
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Judge’s Stand was refurbished as well. Unfortunately, the Equestrian Center had to cancel the May, June, and September horseshows, but we are looking forward to the October horseshow. In November 2018, the Equestrian Center began offering walk-in hours to the community on weekends. At this time, the Equestrian Center is not able to accommodate walk-ins, but we will happily set an appointment for trail rides, pony rides or lessons. Thanks to the Board of Directors for all its good work and partnership. Congratulations to President Cliff Wilks on his successful term of service! Thanks also to the management team and operation center managers who helped all of us make this year a successful one. I personally want to thank: Charlie Maneval, Finance Director Barbara Riley, Accounting Manager Bobby Jones, Environmental Resources Manager Mike Harvey, Golf Operations Manager Tracie Hayes, Community Operations Manager Bridget Hutchens, Equestrian Center Manager Carolyn Brodeur, Communications Manager Ryan Richardson, Food and Beverage Director Scott Walker, Chief of Security, Allied Universal Mike Kuhn, Golf Superintendent, IGM Lorri Trocchio, Administrative Assistant to the GM Faye Mohler, Legal & Compliance Clerk Thanks to the MEMBERS for all your helpful feedback about how we operate your association. It is your community!
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The LGA welcomes our new golf pro, Mike Harvey. Mike is a PGA rated pro with over 20 years’ experience leading golf operations. We look forward to working with Mike on our many tournaments and events. Congratulations to the following President’s Cup winners: 18-Holers, Silver Flight Low Gross: Denise Reese, Score 172 Low Net: Jeanne Woodward, Score 141
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9-Holers Low Gross: Ceci Bassford, Score 108 Low Net: Gail McCarthy, Score 75 Congratulations to the following Member/Member winners: 18-Holers, Silver Flight 1st Place: Nancy King and Sue Collie, Score 74 2nd Place: Sharon Debnam and Jeanne Woodward, Score 78 3rd Place: Anne Smith and Mary Kelly, Score 81
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by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor
by Donna Harpold, Orange County Director of Elections and General Registrar
The Office of Voter Registration and Elections is committed to helping all eligible registered voters maintain the ability to cast a ballot in the upcoming Nov. 3 General Election. For your safety and to minimize risk of exposure to COVID-19, you can request a ballot and vote by mail. Voter Registration Deadline to register to vote, or update an existing registration is Tuesday, Oct. 13. You may do this online at https://www.elections.virginia.gov/citizen-portal/, or you can request an application be mailed to you, or stop by our office. Early Voting Virginia no longer requires a reason to vote absentee. Starting on Sept. 18, you can cast your ballot in person by visiting our office. We will be open for in person voting Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. In addition, we will be open Saturday Oct. 24 and 31, from 9 AM to 5 PM. Oct. 31 is the last day to vote early. Vote By Mail You can visit https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation to apply online, or request an application by calling, emailing, or visiting us. We will begin to mail the ballots starting on Sept. 18. Friday, Oct. 23, by 5 PM is the deadline to submit your Vote by Mail application. All regular polling places will be open for voting on Nov. 3, from 6 AM to 7 PM. If you have any questions, please call us at 540-672-5262, or email us at vote@orangecountyva.gov. Follow us on Facebook for important election information and office updates - https://www.facebook.com/ OrangeCountyVaVoterRegistrationAndElections/ or visit our webpage directly http://orangecountyva.gov/354/Voter-Registration-Elections. Our office is also looking for citizens to serve as Election Officers in the polling places on Election Day. If you are civic minded and wish to serve your community, please reach out to us at vote@orangecountyva.gov and indicate your willingness to serve on Election Day. Office of Voter Registration & Elections, 146 N. Madison Rd., Orange, VA 22960.
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Recently Orange County entered the final phase of obstruction removal at the county airport. The removal process began in 2008 and involves removing telephone poles and lines, a building, trees, and treetops. The removals are accomplished to allow safe glide slopes to the airport runways. Originally, a 20:1 approach was considered for visual approaches, but it was later decided to create a 30:1 approach to allow GPS instrument approaches during low visibility conditions. Creating these approaches involved 26 privately owned parcels in the vicinity of the airport. Two of the parcels were purchased, one involving the removal of a house. Other parcels involved acquiring from the owner what is known as an avigation easement. This involves gaining the right to remove treetops that would interfere with the runway approach. Obtaining these avigation easements involved negotiations with the owners and paying them a negotiated price. Since a significant portion of the easement cost was covered by the FAA, they had to agree to whatever cost was negotiated. Since the airport is a public facility, the county always had the option of using eminent domain as a means of taking these easements, but that can create very hard feelings, not only with the landowners but with the community at large. Fortunately, negotiations were successful, and the easements have been obtained. Normally, the grants have the FAA covering 90% of the costs, the Virginia Department of Aviation covering 8% and the county picks up the last 2%. However, in this case, the FAA will cover 100% of the costs, and it has provided a grant of $1.225,000 for design and removal of the airport glide path obstructions. In addition to the above grant, Orange County received a $212,000 grant from the Virginia 9-1-1 Services Board to implement next generation 9-11 service. These funds will be used for new call-handling equipment and services and a text-to-9-1-1 upgrade. Additional grant funding of $46,539 per year for the next two years will cover increased AT&T monthly service fees. Orange County staff also applied for and received three more funding grants. The Orange County Tourism Department received a $10,000 grant from the Commonwealth’s Virginia Tourism Corporation to promote tourism in Orange County. The Orange County Office on Youth received an $18,450 grant from the Department of Criminal Justice Services for programs to help youth and young adults make better decisions and give crime victims a voice in efforts for accountability from offenders. A $4,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant was received to provide coronavirus personal protection equipment to Fire & EMS staff and volunteers. I am continually impressed by the efforts of county staff to find and successfully apply for grant opportunities that supplement and augment the services provided to county residents. If you have questions about county government, or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at leeframe@ orangecountyva.gov.
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$1 FOR YOUR 1st Hour - I can’t help with your virtual schooling problems, but paperwork yes. www. RecordsManagementSpecialists. com or www.TotallyforSeniors.com, 703-403-2996. $100 CASH GIVEAWAY for Roof Replacement Referrals leading to a signed contract. Is Your Roof 15+ years old or Leaking? Shingles Damaged, Missing, Deteriorating? Moss / Algae Growing? Ceiling / Attic Water Stains? We are GAF & Owens Corning Certified Class “A” Roofers and Insurance Claims Specialists. All our roof systems come with a Non-prorated 50 Year Material and Labor Warranty & 10 Year Workmanship Warranty. All Warranties are Fully Transferable Greatly Increasing the Value & Sell-ability of your Home. We will beat any roof replacement bid from equally licensed and certified roofing contractors using comparable material / warranties. Check out our Stellar 5 Star HomeAdvisor Reviews at AskLukeZello.com. 100% Zero Interest Financing Now Available! Free Inspection, Repairs and Replacements, Call 540-406-3589. 1 CALL ABOVE All A+ BBB Rated, Ask Luke Zello Takes Care of It All. A Best of the Burg multiple category Top 5, HomeAdvisor Top Rated & Elite Pro, Home Depot Pro Referral, Class A Licensed & Insured family operated company, 20+ year LOWA residents. Our professional tradesmen love to work and we donate heavily to a home in India that rescues the smallest victims of human trafficking. Protect yourself. Before you hire, verify licensed contractors at www.dpor. va.gov/LicenseLookup. See All of our classifieds & give us a call. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 1 LESS WORRY, Let Me Stain and Seal Your Deck or Dock, So You Can Relax For Years To Come. Call Long-Time Resident, Erich 540972-2664. 24 HOUR EMERGENCY Service and Storm Damage Repairs. We work with your insurance! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 25-YEAR NO Clog Guarantee Aluminum Gutter Guard Installation. Ask Luke Zello, 540-460-3589. A/C & HEATING Installation/Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ABSOLUTE BEST Price on Mulch. Ask Logan for the best price, 540-903-5473. ABSOLUTELY CALL for 3 estimates for your Home Improvements. Consider Jonny B Quick for all your Handyman Services, Call 540-903-5369. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. AIRPORT SHUTTLE Service Returns. Didier’s Rides to Dulles, Reagan, Richmond and Charlottesville, Mask required, 540661-2377. ANTIQUE CLOCK Repair, grandfathers, electric, and battery. LOW resident. Call Hunter, 540219-7324.
ARE YOU looking to get your house cleaned? Need someone who is affordable? I offer the best service at a reasonable price! I’m living in the lake and I have special treatment for my neighbors retired people! Give me a call and we’ll get a great deal! Wanda 434-825-3774. ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Improvement and Repairs, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BARBARA’S CLEANING. Regular, Move-in or out, or Onetime Cleanings are welcome. Baths & Kitchens a specialty. 540-6728069. BASEMENT BUILDOUT, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BOAT/RV STORAGE Locust Grove, 540-760-9711. BRICK/STONE Masonry Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. 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/PERSONAL ASSISTANT - Take charge State Certified Insured Nurses Aide. Can manage all the patients needs. No worries when you need short term or long term care. LOW resident. Diane, 540-388-2930. CARPENTRY, FRAMING or Custom Build-ins. Call Mark 540845-1816. CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 540-898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail. com. COMPUTER REPAIR - Inclusive IT support: virus removal, data recovery, startup and internet issues, cracked screens, backups and more. 8 years supporting LOW 540-656-7571, Support@ TechSense.tk. CONCRETE MASONRY Driveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. CONNIE Crowder CLEANING Service. Home, 540-399-9726 or Cell, 540-846-5035.
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 REPLACEMENT Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 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. 540-242-1532. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING/Painting/ Sealing. Call Mark 540-845-1816. DOCKS, BULKHEADS, DECKS, and more. Our company has been doing work in LOW since 1976 and has always given our customers affordable, quality and reliable work. Licensed and Insured and we do all of our own work. My Dad started the business in 1976 and I joined him in 1986 when I graduated from Orange County High School. Most of the original bulkheads in LOW were built by me and my Dad and the design for the bulkheads that are used today was created by my Dad, Rixey Almond. Many bulkheads and docks are still standing after 25+ years. We only use large equipment if it is absolutely necessary and then only with the permission of the homeowner. We also do Log Homes, Log Home Repair, Additions, Garages, Barns and no job to small. We will give references upon request or proudly take you to see our work. When you are planning to have work done always compare apples to apples!! Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of insurance are happily provided. Call Almond Construction LLC., Roger Almond 540-207-0979. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY SEALING, 25 cents per square foot. Call Johnny B Quick, 540-903-5369. DRYWALL - NEW Drywall or Repair Work. Call Mark 540-8451816. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Call Mark 540-845-1816. EXTREME CONSTRUCTION - All types of Home Improvements. Decks, Carpentry, Roofing, Siding, Windows, Gutters, Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Renovations, Power washing, Clean-outs, and more. Licensed and Insured. 703-927-0632. FASCIA/SOFFIT Rot, Call Mark 540-845-1816. 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. GUTTER GUARDS, gutter cleaning, gutter repairs and home repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Home Owner. Kenny Skeen, 540972-4326. HANDYMAN PLUS - 33 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. HANDYMAN, gutter cleaning, power washing, carpentry, painting, 540-841-7450. 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 540-854-7858. HOME REPAIRS - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. HOME REPAIRS, Call Mark 540845-1816. INSULATION - GARAGE/ Basements/Attic/Crawl Space. Call Mark 540-845-1816. JOE’S TRENCHING & Stump Grinding. Call for great rates, 804424-0025. Licensed & Insured. Visit us at JoesTrenching.com or Facebook: https://www.facebook. com/stumpandtrench/. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. JUNK REMOVAL, Call Jonny B Quick for fast service, 540-9035369. LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, Installation, Maintenance. Professional Tree Removal. Excavations- basements, water lines, lot clearing. Residential, Commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@ gmail.com. LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LANDSCAPING - PREMIER Arbor Services LLC. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming, mulching, stone work. 540-718-3794. LAWN MOWING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL, 101HP Diesel ODB Municipal 16” Leaf Vacuum. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL/Yard Clean-up. Call Mark 540-845-1816. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. M.A.N.’s DRYWALL & REMODELING, LLC. Drywall and remodeling company. When you see the name Mark throughout these ads it is tied to my company. All work guaranteed for at least 1-year. Insured for your peace of mind. Don’t fall for contractors that mark-up materials and subcontractors. I am personally on every job working beside my guys.
LOWA Employment CLUBHOUSE – All openings are for Part-Time employment: Dishwashers. Now hiring Dishwashers age 16 and older and able to lift bags, cases and containers up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays. Excellent customer service and communication skills Line Cook. Flexible hours working with a great team. Must be able to prepare, portion and cook food products with competency in other areas of food preparation. Looking for team players. Previous experience desired. FAREWAYS CAFÉ - All openings are for Part-Time employment: 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 along with good communication skills, ability to work flexible hours and a team spirit. Servers: 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. Good communication skills and team spirit important. EQUESTRIAN CENTER - Part-Time Stable Worker. The successful, dependable candidate will assist with barn chores, including cleaning stalls and paddocks, cleaning and filling water tubs, feeding the horses and blanketing when weather requires. Additional duties may include assisting with pony rides and parties, trail rides and helping with shows and other special events. Previous experience working with Equines required. MAINTENANCE – Full-Time Grounds Foreman (Salaried). Oversees maintenance of 200 acres of common areas including trash removal, beach care, building entrances and walkways, turf and plant management, park equipment, site furnishings, tree care/removal, dam maintenance, weed control and leaf removal programs. Min. HS diploma + 10 years exp in grounds maintenance industry. Operational knowledge of equipment including backhoe, trencher, tractor, commercial mowers, etc. VA Chemical applications license with category attachments of 3A-ornamental control, 3B-turf pest control, 5A aquatic pest control-general and 6-right of way pest control. Comprehensive knowledge of turf management, safety procedures, soils and amendments, insect/disease control, plant nutrition, pruning methods, grounds care chemicals and standard industry practices. Botany, landscape architecture and irrigation engineering experience. Management experience required. MAINTENANCE – Full-Time Groundskeeper. Join the crew and assist in performing general landscaping maintenance tasks for routine and special events. Must have experience in operation of basic grounds care equipment. Positions requires heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions.
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Buying or Selling, I Will Work For You. Let Me Be of Service.
15% OFF FIRST CLEANING!! 5TH CLEANING FREE!!
Kathy Bianco Merritt
Remodeling * Repairs * New Construction
972-4555
WEEKLY, BI WEEKLY, MONTHLY, OR ONE-TIME CLEANINGS OFFERED
540-538-6605
Serving LOW for over 20 years certifiedplumbing@verizon.net www.CertifiedPlumbing.net
CALL US TODAY OR REQUEST AN ESTIMATE ONLINE
Lake of the Woods Office 4207-A Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA
Call me for additional information or to view any properties.
540-424-7470
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CNA to WORK as needed. Call Diane 540-388-2930. POSITIONS WANTED: CNA with 42 yrs experience excellent references. Looking to do private duty care. Part-time or Full-time. Resident of Lake of the Woods. Call or text 540-841-7540.
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TYLER’S HARDCORE Tree Service - “We Get the Job Done.” Tree and stump removal from storm damage, mulching, lot clearing, backyard clearing, hauling, and tree trimming. Dead wood limbs removed out of trees. You will be pleased with my work when we are finished. Payment due when work is completed. References upon request. Call us 24/7 at 540-860-6550. UPHOLSTERY - FROM Nautical To Not. Upholstery repairs and alterations. Specializing in heavy sewing and hardware replacement. Outdoor marine quality fabrics and hardware. Pet gear repairs and alterations. All customer questions and ideas always welcome. Please call Lake of The Woods resident Laura Broderick at 540-972-3137. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WE BUY Houses & Fix yours! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773. ZAP YOUR paper problems away. www. RecordsManagementSpecialists. com, 703-403-2996
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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. On-site, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-2888564. PAINTING - INTERIOR and Exterior. Never sprayed, always rolled to give you better coverage and a better finish. Call Mark 540845-1816. PAINTING- PIONEER Painting: 30 years in business, licensed and insured, A+ rating on Angie’s List. Call 540-220-8439 for free estimate. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. PLUMBING PROBLEMS? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PRO SEAL - SEALCOATING and Striping. Driveways, Parking Lots, Walking Paths, Neighborhood Streets. Give your asphalt the protection it deserves! Free Estimates. 540-907-5662 or www. prosealtoday.com. REMODEL - YOU have an idea? We’ll make it a reality. Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements. Call Mark 540-845-1816. REPAIRS & ROOFING. Install new and repair any small roof issues-- don’t wait until they cause extensive damage. Skylights, Seamless Gutters. Best warranty. 540-972-9444 or lakescapes.llc@ gmail.com. ROOF LEAKING - Give us a call for a free estimate. Leaky roof or new, we’ve got you covered. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOFING and REPAIRS - 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. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLP - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540907-5800 or snapperjackyardcare@ gmail.com. Fully insured and Free estimates. Veterans 10% off. 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.
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LOW Community
GUIDING YOU HOME
for the last 40 years
Fa l l Savings Reduced Pricing on Select Styles of: Wood Laminate Ceramic Carpet and Vinyl
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Paulina mongold We would like you to meet Realtor Paulina Mongold. Paulina is originally from Poland, but has been in the local area since 2009. She is married and has a beautiful 5 year old daughter. Paulina specializes in residential real estate, helping both buyers and sellers achieve their home ownership dreams. Paulina emphatically ensures that every one of her clients are treated exactly the way she herself would want to be treated in a real estate transaction.
540-972-2600 jkcarpets.com
She enjoys being outdoors, gardening, hiking and cooking. Paulina is also passionate about supporting her local food pantry, and a non-profit organization called Ellie’s Elves that provides Thanksgiving meals and Christmas gifts for local children in need.
4062 Germanna Hwy in Locust Grove 1/4 mile west of Lake of the Woods on Route 3
You can reach Paulina Mongold at 540-316-1796 for all of your real estate needs.
Monday – Friday 9-4:30; Saturday 10-1 Additional hours by appointment. Contact us about in home consultation.
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Serving Lake of the Woods for over 30 years. Class A contractor – Bonded / Insured
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4207a Germanna Hwy Locust Grove, VA 22508
540.972.9040