The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 17, No. 4
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The LOW Car Show- It’s not too late to sign up to bring your car to the car show. All classic, antique and modified cars are welcome. Prizes will be awarded at 2 PM. Email Bill Derryberry at low2019carshow@aol.com to sign up. The LOW Family Patriotic Parade on the Point- Dress in your best red, white and blue, and join us in front of the Clubhouse for a family walking parade on the point. Fireworks Closings Saturday, July 6: Closing at 3 PM- Lake of the Woods Parkway Closing at 4:30 PM- Clubhouse Dock Closing at 7 PM- Fitness Center Closing at 8:55 PM- Lakeview Parkway closed between Lake of the Woods Parkway and Yorktown Boulevard o Traffic will be detoured at Wakefield Drive and the Main Gate
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On Saturday, July 6, Lake of the Woods will be hosting our Annual Independence Day Celebration at Clubhouse Point. There will be carnival games, miniature horses, a car show and the LOW Family Patriotic Parade on the Point (see the ad page 8). The Clubhouse will have barbeque, burgers, hotdogs, ribs, and drinks for sale at the Point. All food and activities will be CASH ONLY. Clubhouse Beach restrooms will be open.
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LOW Celebrates Independence Day
June 21, 2019
Join us for Family Fun At Clubhouse Point 11 AM - 2 PM: Car Show 12 PM: Flag Raising Ceremony 12-4 PM: Festival on the Point- Rides & More! 1 PM: Family Patriotic Parade on the Point 6-7:30 PM: Water Ski Club Show 9 PM or dusk: Fireworks Times & activities subject to change.
Sunday, July 7 11 AM-1 PM Pony Rides at the Equestrian Center We ask that all community members help to keep the roadways open so that emergency services can have access at all times. Illegally parked cars will be towed at the owner’s expense.
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Agenda 2 President's letter 2 Association News 2-10 CARC Update 3 General Manager's Column 3 Financials 6&7 Board Minutes 5, 18 Calendar 9-10 Viewpoints 16 Orange County 21 Classifieds 22-23
Wednesday, June 26 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center Thursday, June 27 Meet the Management 9 AM, Holcomb Building Friday, June 28 Concert on the Point with Dave Goodrich 7 PM, Clubhouse Point
Thursday, July 4 Independence Day! LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed Saturday, July 6 LOWA Offices Closed LOW Independence Day Celebrations Tuesday, July 16 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 7 PM, Community Center
LOWA Website Links Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Info: LOWA.ORG/ CAPITALPROJECTS dwellingLive LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE Lake Currents online: LOWA.ORG/LAKECURRENTS
by Clifton D. Wilks
As you read this, we will be holding the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Clubhouse Pool, Fitness Center, and Snack Bar. Users of the Pool, Fitness Center, Snack Bar, and clubhouse beach will also enjoy the additional handicapped parking. While construction was delayed due to spring rains, it is poetic justice that we opened on the first official day of summer. The process of design and construction of the pool and fitness center project has taken over three years from the time an ad hoc committee was formed to come up with designs. As usually occurs, some Members expressed opposition to the project for a variety of reasons. However, the election results each year since 2016 and the continuous support of the Directors suggest that the Community supported the project and looked forward to its completion. In order to achieve the best results with this construction project, we employed an architect and pool designer to design the layout, a Project Manager and Clerk of the Works firm to monitor and supervise it to completion. The General Manager and staff have worked tirelessly, addressing the myriad issues pertaining to construction, permitting, and site work. Board and staff members have met with construction company representatives bi-weekly to be apprised of the construction status. We provided updates at nearly every Board meeting and posted them on the LOWA website, in addition to having two live information sessions for Members. Thus far, we have stayed within the budget. At the start of summer and the completion of these updated amenities, please take your family to enjoy the new pool. If you have not done so, join the fitness center and exercise while you look out over our beautiful lake. This is a great community with great people in it.
Lake Currents June 21, 2019
Association News
President’s Letter
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting June 26, 2019 2 PM, Community Center 12:45 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2 PM 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: June 5, 2019; June 19, 2019 3. REPORTS 3.1 Officer Reports A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Changes C. Referendum Update 3.2 General Manager Report A. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update 3.3 Committee Liaison Reports 3.4 Committee Reports A. Pools Committee – Carolyn Bohling, Committee Chair B. Honor Awards Committee – Joann Buttimer, Committee Chair C. External Affairs Committee – Doug Rogers, Committee Chair 4. PRESENTATIONS 4.1 Patrick Henry Court – Small Marina Drainage Study – Daniel Papa, CFM, EIT – A. Morton Thomas 5. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents the Proposed Amendments to Regulation X. Regarding Boat Test Certificates 6.2 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents the Proposed Amendments to Regulation IX.E.1.Use of the Golf Course Regarding Group Play 6.3 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents the Proposed Amendments to Regulation XII. Use of the Swimming Pools 6.4 Discussion of Reserve Policy Amendments 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance 8. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 9. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 10. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, July 16, 2019, Community Center, 5:45 PM Executive Session, 7 PM Open Session. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, August 3, 2019, Community Center, 8:45 AM Executive Session ,10 AM 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.)
Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.
Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Cliff Wilks Vice Pres.: Jennifer Zukowski Treasurer: Bob Hoh Secretary: Walt Diercks Directors: Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Pete Brown
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General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org) Assistant General Manager: Chester Guzek (cguzek@LOWA.org) Director of Facilities: Jessie Graves (jgraves@LOWA.org) Acting Director of Finance: 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) LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278
Lake Currents The official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (USPS 872-400) is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-972-2278 for details about classified and display advertisements which must be prepaid (unless other arrangements are made). The inclusion of advertising, logos or web site links in this publication does not constitute an endorsement by LOWA, Inc. of the products or services so advertised. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508
As of June 19, 2019 Project Financial Status Project Cost Estimate (Budget): $5,086,193 Current Funding: $458,422 – Cash allocated by Board $813,278 – Year 1 ($191/lot) billed in Regular Assessment $813,278 – Year 2 ($191/lot) billed in Regular Assessment Up to $5 Million Mutual of Omaha Bank loan in place June 20, 2018. Project Progress Construction: Schedule June 2018-June 2019 Completed Mechanical completed Concrete sidewalks installed Fitness Center exercise room flooring Final building cleaning Pavement of parking lot, basketball court, and walking trail Parking lot signage and striping Finalized electrical and plumbing. Final inspections with County completed. Final zoning and building inspections Total to date: $3,436,909 Upcoming Punchlist items Owner turn over Open Facility June 22 Communication: Second member information session held April 23, 2019 with 55 participants. The April 30, 2018 Information Session had 109 member participants.
Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Dinner: W, SU, 5-9 PM; TH, F, SA, 5-10 PM Lunch: S, SU, 11 AM-4 PM Brunch: SU, 10 AM-1 PM Menus: LOWA.org/Clubhouse
Summer is a busy time for starting and completing capital projects. Here is a snapshot of the latest on some key projects. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project. We will open for business Saturday, June 22. It takes a relentless project champion to complete a construction project of this magnitude. I’m referring to after the Board approves the project. The champion has push and goad and drive to reach the successful conclusion. Our champion (and project manager) is Jessica Graves, who also serves as LOWA’s Director of Facilities. (Hard) hats off to Jessie for helping deliver the project on budget and within the one-year timeframe. Please come and check out: Zero entry pool with spray features, water basketball and volleyball, and six lap lanes. Snack bar serving hot dogs, nachos, wraps, and more. Fitness Center with existing exercise machines plus new treadmills, rowing machines, and spin bikes. Beach bathrooms with outdoor showers. The basketball court needs a few more days to allow the asphalt to cure before the court paint is applied. 14th Pond Retrofit Project. This project, to improve the health of Keaton’s Lake, is delayed because of the contractor needing more time to dig the new retention pond, but the project will be completed in early July. The golf course portion of the work should be complete by June 28, but the new grass near the green will need two weeks to take root. We plan to open the cart path (but not for golf play) on June 28, so that golfers no longer need to detour on the streets around the hole. Lakeview Parkway Repaving (Phase 2).This project to repair/repave the 3,280 foot section between the RV/Boat Storage area and 736 Lakeview Parkway (near Liberty Boulevard) will be done in the week of July 8 timeframe. Sweetbriar Park Walking Trail. The Lakeview Parkway contractor will also repair/repave the 0.46 mile walking trail around the Community Center in the week of July 8 timeframe. Lower Level Clubhouse Floor Tile. The Lower Level is empty now that the exercise equipment has been moved to the new Fitness Center. We plan to use the Lower Level during the July 6 Independence Day celebration, then close it again for the floor tile project in the mid to late July timeframe I hope you will enjoy these new and renovated amenities as they come on line.
Amenities 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area:
Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 Mon-Wed, Fri-Sat: 7 AM-9 PM Thur: 7 AM-10 PM Sun: 7 AM-7 PM
Fitness Center: 540-972-9680 Daily 5 AM-11 PM New Fitness Center complex opens June 22
Community Center: 540-972-9680
Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 7 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 7:30 AM daily
ECC Office: 540-972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
Maintenance Office: 540-972-2223; 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: Walk-in times for Lessons/Pony Rides- 10 AM, 11 AM Trail Rides, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM
Marina – Gas Dock Summer Hours: May 28-Sept. 1 Tues-Fri: 12-7 PM Sat/Sun: 9:30 AM-5:30 PM Closed Mondays
Daily 7 AM-7 PM Closed Wednesdays
Pickleball: Tena Marangi, 540-972-8964 Outdoor Courts available 7 AM-11 PM Pools: Clubhouse Pool: (June 22 (tentative)-Sept. 2) 11 AM-7 PM, daily Sweetbriar Pool: 1-8 PM May 25-Aug. 10: Open Daily except closed Wednesdays Aug. 10-Sept. 2: Open Saturdays, Sundays, & Labor Day
Lake Currents June 21, 2019
Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-972-2237 M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM
by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, CMCA®, AMS ®, PCAM®
Association News
Capital Projects Update
Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update
Security/Front Gate: 540-972-2210 or 540-972-2020 LOWA.ORG/DWELLINGLIVE Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM to 11 PM 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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The Board of Directors, at its June 5 meeting, approved an amendment to LOWA Regulation XVIII regarding use of the Fitness Center. The amendment is effective immediately. What was amended? The new rule establishes that LOWA members, registered tenants, and their households who have paid the annual or temporary usage fees may purchase a temporary pass for guests, but must accompany guests using the Fitness Center. XVIII. USE OF THE FITNESS CENTER A. Admission to the Fitness Center 1. LOWA members, registered tenants, and their households who have (i) paid the annual or temporary usage fees and (ii) signed the Fitness Center Amenity Form Agreement and Waiver (“FC Agreement and Waiver�) are eligible to use the Fitness Center, and shall be referred to herein as “FC Members.� 2. A LOWA member who is also a FC Member may purchase temporary passes for guests to use the Fitness Center. A maximum of two guests is allowed per household. Such guest users must be accompanied by a FC Member. All such guests must follow all Fitness Center rules and regulations and sign the appropriate FC Agreement and Waiver. 3. Eligible persons age 14-17 listed on the FC Agreement and Waiver may use the Fitness Center when accompanied by an adult family member. EXCEPTION: An eligible person age 14- 17 who has passed the “Performance Fitness Equipment Test� may use the Fitness Center unaccompanied. 4. Children under the age of 14 are not allowed in the Fitness Center at any time. 5. Each FC Member accessing or using the Fitness Center must present a LOWA-issued ID card to the attendant or enter using the security code or other management-approved means of entry. Non-FC Members are prohibited from entry to the Fitness Center, unless the Non-FC Member is a guest duly authorized in accordance with these Rules and Regulations. 6. All Fitness Center users (herein referring to FC Members and authorized guests) must abide by the Regulations and Rules governing the Fitness Center. Violators of these Regulations and Rules may suffer penalties, including loss or suspension of their Fitness Center privileges, as determined by the General Manager or his/her designee. 7. FC Members and their authorized guests exercise at their own risk and should use a “spotter� when appropriate. 8. Proper gym attire is required at all times. Shirts must be worn at all times. Swimwear is not permitted. Clean rubber soled shoes that cover the entire foot must be worn at all times. Sandals, spiked soles, work boots and flip-flops are not permitted. Shoes and personal items must be kept in the provided storage units. 9. Excessive noise and use of profane language are not permitted. FC Members and their authorized guests must use personal listening devices when playing music, watching videos or using exercising apps. 10. All programs and services, including personal training, group exercise, and instructional programs, must have written authorization from the General Manager or designee.
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B. Equipment 1. FC Users are prohibited from relocating exercise machines and equipment from their established locations. 2. Equipment must be used properly, without causing potential damage to, or excessive stress on the equipment. FC Users are liable for the damage they cause to LOWA property. 3. Equipment must be cleaned using the provided wipes after each use. FC Users must clean up after themselves. 4. All weights must be re-racked and equipment put in their proper location after use. 5. The deadlift platform must be used at all times when performing deadlift exercises. 6. Use of cardiovascular equipment such as treadmills, ellipticals, and recumbent bikes must be limited to 30 minutes when others are waiting. 7. Food, tobacco, and alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the Fitness Center. Only closed plastic beverage containers are allowed. Smoking, including the use of electronic smoking devices, (see IV.F.2.) is not permitted in the Fitness Center. 8. Fitness Center vandalism or structural damage must be reported immediately to the attendant, if on duty, or to Security by calling 540-972-2210. 9. LOWA is not responsible for personal property lost or stolen in the Fitness Center.
Board Amends Regulation X.B.4, Prohibiting Activity on Frozen Lakes The Board of Directors, at its June 5 meeting, amended LOWA Regulation X.B.4, Other water restrictions. The amendment is effective immediately. What was amended? The new rule prohibits walking, skating and other activities on frozen lakes. Temperatures in our region and the lake fluctuate, and ice may be too thin for walking, ice fishing, or ice skating. X. USE OF THE LAKES B. WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION AND RENTAL REQUIREMENTS. Sections 1-3 remain the same. 4. OTHER WATER RESTRICTIONS. a. Watercraft, swimming, ice skating and fishing are prohibited on the Entrance Pond unless a waiver is obtained from the General Manager. The General Manager may also waive the rules for shows, tournaments, exhibitions, LOW Ski Club practices, hours of operation, landing on beaches and ski take-off areas.
b. Under no circumstances shall trash, garbage, yard debris, litter of any kind, pollutants, or any other substance or objects be dumped into the lakes.
c. Sitting, standing, walking, running, skating or similar
activities on the surface of any portion of the lakes that is frozen over is strictly prohibited.
Sections 5-7 remain the same.
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Board Amends Regulation XVIII, Use of the Fitness Center
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Regular Board of Directors Meeting June 5, 2019, Unapproved Minutes 12:45 p.m., Community Center Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
Present Clifton Wilks, President Jennifer Zukowski, Vice President Bob Hoh, Treasurer Walter Diercks, Secretary Phillip Brown Heidi Brown Carl Clawson
Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2:00 p.m.)
Call to Order 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 12:49 p.m. for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts. Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 1:50 p.m.
3. REPORTS 3.1 Reports of Officers: None A. Executive Session Actions: None. B. Committee Liaison Reports Director Diercks briefly reported on the uptick in activities of the Fitness, Elections and Planning Committees. Director Hoh mentioned that the Golf Committee is recommending moving the sand trap renovations up a year into the next budget. C. Committee Changes Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Committee Change List dated June 5, 2019 as presented: (D-19-54) Name Timber Gronau Mike Cox
Action Resigned Resigned
Committee Finance Lakes
3.2 Report of the General Manager A. April Financials In April, we collected $76,999 in FY2018-19 lot assessments, for a total of $6,615,380 or 98.3% of lot assessments billed. As of April 30, the Preliminary Unaudited Budget Summary shows a favorable variance of $94,466. This is not a final accounting and there will be some adjustments to make prior to releasing the books for the annual audit. B. Lakes Management Report Finish Line Environmental has given a new estimated date of completion for work on the golf course as June 28. Additional time was needed due to there being more layers of rock and bedrock to remove than was expected, along with relocation of utility lines. C. Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex Project Update Building finishing chores and final installation of pool equipment, operational checks, paving of the parking lot and other final tasks are to be completed over the next week. The project is close to the punch-out list phase to prepare for County inspection. The grand opening is scheduled for June 22 and a ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on June 21.
Hello and happy summer! I can’t wait to tell you all about everything going on at the Equestrian Center! First, and most importantly, our Summer Pony Camp has completely sold out! We’re so excited to meet so many new friends and teach them all about ponies and riding. I’m hoping some of these campers bring all of us hardworking ponies a few carrots and apples. If you missed a camp spot but still want to ride, afternoon appointments after camp are still available but they’re filling up fast! Make sure you call my moms, Bridget and Melissa, at 540-972-2238 to schedule an appointment. With the start of camp, the barn will be closed all Sundays when special events are not being held. We ponies need to rest and play so we can be ready to get back to work bright and early each Monday morning. We will plan on resuming Sunday hours in August after camp has ended. In other exciting news, Lake of the Woods Equestrian Center is looking for IEA (Interscholastic Equestrian Association) team members. If you know anyone in grades 6-12 who has riding experience and wants to join our team, tryouts will be from 11 AM to 1 PM on Saturday, June 29. Here’s what you need to do if you’re interested in trying out: - Call ahead to schedule your tryout time - Bring $40 in cash or check to cover your tryout fee - Come dressed to impress in your horse show attire, if you own any Team memberships will be $55 per accepted team member. For more details, please call my moms. Fancy and I are looking forward to seeing lots of kids on the Fourth of July weekend! We will be at the Point to meet kids and sell pony ride tickets on Saturday, July 6, and $5 pony rides will be from 11AM to 1 PM on Sunday, July 7 at the Equestrian Center. Don’t want to wait in line on Sunday? Make sure you buy your ticket and sign your waiver Saturday so you can show up and hop on! See you soon! Love, Squishy
Stop Poo-llution
by Chief Scott Walker, AlliedUniversal Security The wrong step may remind you that we have pet owners who aren’t doing their part for the community. Besides being unsightly and smelly, pet waste can be hazardous to the health of our children who play in the community, and other pets. One of the most common forms of disease transmission between dogs is through fecal matter. We’ve all heard the excuse, “It’s natural” or “It’s fertilizer.” The Environmental Protection Agency has classified pet waste as a non-point source pollutant; placing it in the same category as herbicides and insecticides; oil, grease, toxic chemicals and acid drainage from LOWA Reg. IV. abandoned mines. INDIVIDUAL BEHAVIOR; Please remember to take along B. ANIMAL CONTROL a baggie for your furry friend’s waste, or utilize the poop collection (6/6/18) stations scattered throughout the 8. Pet owners shall be community. Take a few extra bags, responsible for the removal in case you need to assist a fellow of their pet’s droppings from dog walker with a friendly reminder. LOWA grounds, road rights- By taking time to clean up after your pet, you will contribute not only to of-way and other LOWA the beautification of our community, member lots, as well as but also toward the elimination of removal of any pet droppings one of the most irritating nuisances on their own lot which may in our community.
Lake Currents June 21, 2019
2. OPEN SESSION Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 2:01 p.m., and to affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts. 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Secretary Diercks confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of the Minutes of May 15, 2019 Regular Board meeting. Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the May 15, 2019 Regular Board meeting.
Squishy’s Corner
Association News
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
accumulate and thereby cause an offensive odor or unsanitary condition.
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Financials
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Statement of Revenue and Expense Preliminary and Unaudited April 30, 2019 Actual Budget Revenue Assessment Revenue Operating Assessment Contribution to Reserves CARC Project Bad Debts Total Assessment Revenue
Operating Expenses Direct costs of merchandise sold Salaries Payroll Taxes/Employee Benefits Insurance Expendable furnishings Office Supplies Supplies Contractual Services Professional Fees Dues and subscriptions Repairs and maintenance Telecom Utilities Taxes and licenses Recruiting Meals and entertainment Travel and training Equipment rental Charity Depreciation Interest Expense Loss on Disposal of Assets Other Total Operating Expenses Excess (Deficit) of Revenue over Expenses
$
4,247,238 1,669,992 813,087 (65,000) 6,665,317
Prior Actual $ 4,274,164 1,496,972 (65,000) 5,706,136
327,058 338,966 451,342 49,000 138,008 49,593 49,931 442,496 12,941 49,561 431,549 1,210,226 452,225 33,450 1,713 4,038,059
279,325 417,900 0 60,000 150,625 65,000 89,300 435,331 16,250 47,817 546,730 1,258,317 405,000 1,500 4,675 3,777,770
287,904 379,771 487,091 49,585 143,409 66,963 67,444 414,147 16,982 42,702 431,931 1,059,797 430,184 2,150 6,161 3,090 3,889,311
$ 10,702,595
$ 10,443,087
$ 9,595,447
$
$
730,012 3,045,955 591,999 313,574 27,638 78,977 725,667 1,604,997 154,967 5,352 232,780 86,233 221,267 69,209 5,617 69,462 8,334 19,383 42,000 1,200,000 25,867 52,843 $ 9,312,133
705,801 3,031,667 767,056 316,402 25,634 75,850 648,782 1,563,913 73,000 4,577 194,200 80,800 209,402 65,158 6,150 70,400 11,800 12,500 42,000 1,200,000 42,000 $ 9,147,092
$
$ 1,390,462
$
$
1,295,995
716,451 3,119,180 629,837 306,431 36,398 221,885 522,076 1,640,337 95,173 4,481 174,414 92,366 238,409 71,655 4,463 65,108 14,399 13,282 42,000 1,250,000 263,263 72,469 $ 9,594,077 1,370
Slate of Board Candidates Now Official
by Walter Diercks, LOWA Board Secretary In accordance with the established rotation of terms for membership on the LOWA Board of Directors, three seats will become vacant in September: three vacancies with 3 year terms each. Six candidate applications were received by the Nominating Committee. All were in good standing and met eligibility requirements for election to, and service on, the Board of Directors. One candidate withdrew his application. The current Board of Directors accepted the slate of candidates for the 2019 Directors election at its June 5 meeting. The candidates are: Phillip D. Brown (Pete) Paul Edward Conrad Benita Forrest Adrien L. Terrenoire, Jr (Terry) Jennifer Zukowski Association Members may vote online at Vote-Now.com. To sign up for electronic communication and online voting, download the form at www.LOWA. org/forms or pick up the form at Member Services in the Holcomb Building.
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Current Assets Cash and Cash Equivalents Lot Assessments Receivable Accounts Receivable Other Allowance for Uncollectible Accounts Inventories Prepaid Expenses
$ 3,804,177 3,442,667 15,154 (235,297) 70,558 149,762
Total Current Assets
Operations Center Revenue Administration Tenant fees New Construction and Renovation Fees Security Communications Fitness Equestrian Environmental Resources Pools Community Activities Golf Operations Clubhouse Fareways General Maintenance Roads Grounds Total Operations Center Revenue Total Revenue
Lake Currents June 21, 2019
$ 4,246,252 1,669,992 813,292 (65,000) 6,664,536
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Balance Sheets | Preliminary and Unaudited | April 2019 and 2018 2019 2018 ASSETS
Board Restricted Investments New Assets and Improvements Contingency New Construction and Renovation Repair and Replacement Total Board Restricted Investment Property and Equipment Land and Improvements Buildings and Additions Furniture and Equipment Vehicles and Construction Equipment Construction In Progress Less Accumulated Depreciation Total Assets
$
4,226,625 3,357,828 462,572 (225,000) 72,652 137,089
7,247,022
8,031,766
17,205 68,085 181,812 2,794,433
19,530 114,798 57,929 1,618,499
3,061,535
1,810,757
1,684,730 20,626,588 106,695 6,320,703 5,548,511 34,287,227 (15,431,785) 18,855,442
1,684,730 20,519,884 106,695 6,320,703 827,996 29,460,006 (14,231,785) 15,228,222
$ 29,163,999
$
25,070,744
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$
88,980 146,546 62,544 43,068 504,031 444,811 6,731,898 -
LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS' EQUITY Current Liabilities Accounts Payable Accrued Expenses Accrued Vacation Refundable Deposits Deferred Fees Billed Deferred Fees - Discretionary Deferred Lot Assessments Notes Payable Total Current Liabilities Members' Equity Board Restricted Unrestricted Total Liabilities and Members' Equity
203,772 56,772 114,636 33,372 462,871 449,621 6,953,288 2,521,766 10,796,098
8,021,878
3,061,535 15,306,366 18,367,901
1,810,757 15,238,109 17,048,866
$ 29,163,999
$
25,070,744
LOWA Board Election Cycle by Lisa McKinney, Elections Chair
The Elections Committee has hit the pavement running for our upcoming election. The calendar of events is complete and is as follows: June 17- Candidates completed their interviews for Channel 18. They will be available for viewing around June 28. July 5 – Candidates Bios will be published in Lake Currents. July 21- Candidates Forum, 4-7 PM at the Community Center. Guidelines for questions will be posted in Lake Currents prior to the event. Last but not least the Committee, with the assistance of our GM and Board Liaison, has designed what we are calling a ONE PAGE MAILER. Once all the details have been finalized, more information will be provided. The goal is to save our community time and money. We are also looking for more members to assist us. We meet the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Woods Center. Yes, I’ll bring donuts and will provide coffee! As always, please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. lamckinney64@aol.com
Quarterly Treasurer’s Report Glad You Asked – Are We There Yet? This update is for the fourth quarter of our 2018-2019 fiscal year. This coincides with our unaudited end of year financial information that is contained in this issue on pages 6 and 7 for your review. We are still analyzing much of the financial data, which will not be finalized until our annual audit is complete this summer. One item that we can report is that our assessment delinquency rate is once more extremely good at only 1.7 percent. By community association standards, anything below 5 percent is considered good, and we continue to be significantly better than that. We have awarded a three-year contract to a new auditing firm, Adams, Jenkins and Cheatham, after evaluating five responses to our Request for Proposal. This is consistent with our normal schedule of engaging a new audit team every three years. I will provide additional information on our audit progress as it becomes available. Related to this, we are expecting our final FY 2017-2018 audit report by the end of this month. This delay is a result of the turmoil caused by the need to thoroughly address the financial and accounting implications of the previous theft by Mr. Mayberry. So, are we there yet? Not quite. The finance team has made great progress under the leadership of our new Director of Finance, Charlie Maneval, and they anticipate completing all the residual tasks in the near future. Thanks to all of you for the understanding and support over this past year. We continue to move forward and are very encouraged for the upcoming year. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Summary, Operation Center Income Statement Comparative to Budget (Includes Depreciation in Administration) Year to Date April 2019
Administration Annual Member Assessment Operating Assessment Contribution To Reserve CARC Project
4,257 4,257 4,257 4,257
Bad Debts NCR Depreciation
Excess (Deficit) Revenue Over Expense
998 392 191 1,581
Revenue Budget
Variance Favorable (Unfavorable)
Expense Actual
Expense Budget
1,660,103
1,448,372
536,024
567,215
(31,191)
4,246,252 1,669,992 813,292
4,247,238 1,669,992 813,097
(986) 195
65,000 451,342
65,000 -
(986) 451,342 1,200,000
1,200,000
7,781,902 49,000 138,008 49,593 49,931 442,496 12,941 49,561 431,549 1,210,226 452,225 33,450 1,713 -
7,362,542 60,000 150,625 65,000 89,300 435,331 16,250 47,817 546,730 1,258,317 405,000 1,500 4,675 -
419,360 (11,000) (12,617) (15,407) (39,369) 7,165 (3,309) 1,744 (115,181) (48,091) 47,225 31,950 (2,962) -
2,860,103 724,940 207,409 21,026 172,843 518,641 107,413 201,426 825,263 1,396,210 472,194 825,167 634,633 344,867
2,648,372 730,994 217,826 23,686 197,057 529,064 102,835 235,352 830,050 1,327,890 424,237 852,889 640,699 386,141
10,702,595
10,443,087
259,508
9,312,135
9,147,092
Variance Favorable (Unfavorable) (211,731)
Net Income Net Income (Loss) (Loss) Actual Budget (1,124,077)
(242,921)
4,246,252 1,669,992 813,292
4,247,238 1,669,992 813,097
65,000 451,342 (1,200,000)
65,000 (1,200,000)
451,342 -
(211,731) 6,054 10,417 2,660 24,214 10,423 (4,578) 33,926 4,787 (68,320) (47,957) 27,722 6,066 41,274
4,921,801 (675,940) (69,401) 28,567 (122,912) (76,145) (94,472) (151,865) (393,714) (185,984) (19,969) (791,717) (632,920) (344,867)
4,714,171 (670,994) (67,201) 41,314 (107,757) (93,733) (86,585) (187,535) (283,320) (69,573) (19,237) (851,389) (636,024) (386,141)
207,630 (4,946) (2,200) (12,747) (15,155) 17,588 (7,887) 35,670 (110,394) (116,411) (732) 59,672 3,104 41,274
(165,043)
1,390,462
1,295,996
94,466
-
Note 1:
REVENUE: EXPENSE:
Note 2:
REVENUE: EXPENSE:
Tenant Fees (-$79K), Interest Income (+$39K), NCR Fees (+$451K), Other (+$8K) Interest Expense(-$26K) Legal Consultation (-$37K), CPA Audit (-$44K), Credit Card Fees (-$55K), Contractual Services (-$23K) Salaries/Benefits (-$15k), Loyalty Program (-$13K), Other (-$13K) Summons/Fines (-$11K) Contractual Services (+$11K), Other (-$5K)
Note 3:
Note 5: Note 6: Note 7:
REVENUE: EXPENSE: REVENUE: EXPENSE: REVENUE: EXPENSE: EXPENSE:
Memberships (-$15K) Other (+$2K) Summer Camp (-$11K), Boarding Income (-$16K), Riding Lesson (-$9k), Other (-$3K) Salaries/Benefits (+$16k) Feed (+$7K), Other (+$1K) Clean up Lots Approved by BOD (+$18K) Contractual Services (-$8K) Salaries/Benefits (+$36k) - Note: Utilities over budget of $13k was offset by other expense savings
Note 8: Note 9: Note 10: Note 11:
REVENUE: REVENUE: EXPENSE: EXPENSE:
Daily Cart Rental (-$12K), Daily Greens Fees (-$68K), Tournaments (-$22K), Soft Goods Sale (-$10K), Other (+$2K) Lower than budgeted Food Sales in addition to higher Food/Beverage and Service Costs (-$116K) Salaries & Benefits (+$51K) Recorded Sale of Surplus Vehicles (+$32K), Repairs/Mtc. (-$14K), Other (-$9K) Salaries & Benefits (+$43K), Other (-$2K)
Key:
Numbers represented as positive or (+$xxK) reflect a positive variance to budget Numbers represented as negative or (-$xxK) reflect a negative variance to budget
Note 4:
(881,156)
Variance Favorable (Unfavorable)
(986) 195
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
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Subtotal Administration Security Communications Fitness Equestrian Environmental Resources Pools Community Activities Golf Operations Clubhouse Fareways General Maintenance Roads Grounds
$ $ $ $
PRELIMINARY & UNAUDITED
Note
Revenue Actual
Financials
by Bob Hoh, Treasurer
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Association News
NEW FOR 2019 LOW Family Patriotic Parade on the Point JULY 6, 2019 All LOW Members are welcome to join us for our LOW Family Patriotic Parade on the Point!
JULY 9, 2019
Arrive By: 12:45 PM Start Time: 1 PM Promptly Staging Area: Clubhouse Driveway / Flag Circle
Dress in your best Parade will be Live Red, White & Blue and show Streamed on Facebook. your family’s patriotic spirit Wagons or strollers are welcome. No as you walk around the pets, bicycles, skateboards or scooters. Clubhouse Point!
LGA Sadie die Hawkins Hawk kins Golf Gollf Event $35 / Couple (Cart & Green Fees Extra) Sign-up in the Pro Shop Check-In: 8:00 AM Shotgun: 8:30 AM Shotgun “The Gals will invite the Guys to play Golf”
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Format: (1) Best Ball of the Two-Person Team Info: (540) 972-2230
This will be a fun day!
Summer Concerts on the Point 2019 7 PM - 9 PM
Friday, June 28 The Dave Goodrich 3D Trio
Friday, July 26 Desert Wind
Friday, Aug 23 Island Gerry 8
Thursday, June 27 9 AM, Meet the Management, RR Tuesday, July 16 7 PM, LOWA Regular Board of Directors Meeting, CC
TV18, shown on Comcast Channel 18, features unique shows designed especially for Lake of the Woods. NOTE: Schedule shown is subject to change, updated channel guide can be seen on our Facebook page.
Committee Meetings: Members are encouraged to attend. Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees.
To view our videos online visit: LOWA.ORG/TV18.
June 21 - June 27 8 AM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors – June 5th Meeting
12 PM
Real Virginia
12:30 PM
Licata Group Real Estate Showcase - Real Estate advice
1:00 PM
ECC Referendum Town Hall
5 PM
Golf: 6/24, 3 PM, WC Investment: 6/24, 1 PM, CC Treasurer Mtg to follow Audit Ad Hoc: 6/25, 10 AM, CC Elections: 6/25, 10 AM, WC Planning/Communications: 6/26, 7 PM, CC Finance: 7/1, 7 PM, CC Fitness: 7/2, 4 PM, CC Safety/Security: 7/3, 3 PM, WC Pickleball/Tennis: 7/8, 4 PM, CC External Affairs: 7/8, 7 PM, CC Community/Youth: 7/8, 7:15 PM, CC
LOWA Regular Board of Directors – June 5th Meeting
June 28 - July 4 8 AM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors – June 26th Meeting
12 PM
Real Virginia
12:30 PM
Licata Group Real Estate- Showcase - Real Estate advice
1 PM
ECC Referendum Town Hall
5 PM
LOWA Regular Board of Directors – June 26th Meeting
8 PM
2019 Board of Directors Candidate Interviews
Have a show idea? TV18 is accepting new shows from members and local organizations to air on Channel 18 & our TV18 on LOWA.org. For more information, view our TV18 Community Programming Guidelines on www.LOWA.org/tv18 or contact the Communications Department at 540-972-2278.
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The tick season is upon us. Why is this of note? After mosquitoes, ticks are the leading culprit in the transmission of diseases to humans. The Association has recently been notified of a case of Lyme disease in LOW. Ticks that endanger humans choose deer hosts and are often found where deer are plentiful. Although the rate of infection is not as high in Virginia as it is in the Northeast, there is a risk here due to our large deer population. In this area we are most likely to see American dog ticks and deer ticks. There are three stages to their development: larva, nymph, and adult. The deer tick nymph is thought to be responsible for 90 percent of the cases of Lyme disease, but you most likely will never see it. The deer tick nymph is the size of the punctuation mark at the end of this sentence. Female ticks are larger than the male. Ticks hide in tall grass at the edge of the woods waiting for a host to walk by; which could be a pet, a rabbit a deer, or a human. They cling to the host and can then spend as much as 24 hours seeking a choice spot to burrow into skin using their barbed mouth parts. Diseases are passed toward the end of the meal. There are several ways to avoid tick bites. Do not walk through tall, grassy areas or sit on fallen logs. When you walk in wooded areas or are gardening, wear long-sleeved shirts tucked into long pants, and tuck the bottoms of the pants into your socks.. Following the label directions, spray insect repellant on your clothing and exposed skin areas. Check with your doctor or product labels to determine whether the sprays can be used on young children. Check your clothing, your body, and your pets regularly for ticks. The traditional methods for removing ticks (such as covering the tick body with paint, petroleum jelly, nail polish, or gasoline and/or burning them with a cigarette or match) are no longer advised. These methods may cause the tick to excrete disease germs into the body and cause further damage. Current recommendations are to wear protective gloves and use tweezers to pull the tick out. Their mouth parts are curved, so pull it straight out and slowly until the tick releases it grip, which may take several minutes. If you still see black lines on the skin, the head remains in the skin and a doctor may be needed to remove it. Wash the area with soap and water, and apply antiseptic or rubbing alcohol. Place the tick body in a jar of alcohol or tape it to a piece of paper for future reference. Do not crush the tick body. Carefully wash your hands after handling a tick. Check with your doctor if a rash appears on the thigh, buttocks or trunk of an adult or on the head or neck of a child. Most tick bites are not likely to cause harm, but early removal of the tick will prevent diseases being transmitted. Be aware of the dangers and use caution.
Lake Currents June 21, 2019
by Ruth Hood, Previous Editor, Lake Currents
Mike Fincham
OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE
Meeting Facility Key: CC Community Center CCCR Community Center Classroom CR Community Center Craft Room CH Clubhouse CHGH Clubhouse Great Hall CHPR Clubhouse President’s Room EQ Equestrian Center FC Fareways Cafe HF Hollyfield Park Locust Grove Elementary LGES School (Rt. 20) LLCH Lower Level Clubhouse LOWC LOW Church MCR Maintenance Conference Room RR Holcomb Building Reading Room SB Sweetbriar Park ULH Upper Level Holcomb WC Woods Center
Association News
Wednesday, June 26 2 PM, LOWA Regular Board of Directors Meeting, CC
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Saturday, June 22 9 AM WWI, WWII Mobile Museum (CH lower level parking lot). Info: Dan 540-972-0153. 11 AM-5 PM Grand Opening of Clubhouse Pool & Fitness Center. 7:30 PM LOW Players present Full Circle (CC). Tickets: www. lowplayers.org. Sunday, June 23 9 AM Hunter Horse Show (EQ). Info: 540-972-2238. 2 PM LOW Players present Full Circle (CC). Tickets: www. lowplayers.org.
Calendar
Tuesday, June 25 7 PM Happy Tails Dog Club (CC). Info: info@happytailsdogclub.net.
(subject to change)
Location
Time
Day
Contact
Aerobics
LOWC
8:30-9:30 AM
M, W, F
Carolina Shag Dance
CC
7-8 PM
2nd/4th TU
Audrey 703-401-5050
Edelweiss Dancers
CC
6-8 PM
SU
Brooke 540-972-4628
Call
TBD
TBD
Diane 540-388-2930
CC
10:30 AM
M, TH
Meditation Class
CC
4-5 PM
1st/2nd TH
Terry 540-412-2282
Pickleball Beginner Class
CC
12-2 PM
SA 7/13
Dave 540-846-1613
Pickleball Beginner Class
CC
10:50 AM-12:20 PM
TH
Dave 540-846-1613
Praise & Worship Dance
LOWC-WC
10 AM-12:30 PM
W, SA
Sonja 540-972-1734
Senior Softball
HF
9 AM
F
John 540-229-7940
Square Dancers Club
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
2nd/ 4th/5th F
Linda 571-328-9247
Square DancersLords & Ladies
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
1st/3rd F
Ruth/Marty 540-412-2186 Joyce 540-972-1924 Frances 972-5435
Joggers Club Exercising for Health
$
(No classes June-Aug)
Church 540-972-9060
Donna 540-972-1977
Stretch and Flex
CC
8:30-9:15 AM
M, W, F
Tennis, Mixed Doubles
HF
9 AM-12 PM
2nd SA
Alice 540-424-8004
Tennis, Women’s Doubles
HF
9-11 AM
M-F
Alice 540-424-8004
Tennis, Men’s Doubles
HF
9-11 AM
TU, TH
Jim 540-972-8888
Volleyball Adult/coed
CC
7-11 PM
SU
Michael 540-809-7406
Walkers Club
9 AM 9 AM
M, SA W
Diane 540-388-2930
Thursday, June 27 9 AM Meet the Management (RR). Info: 540-972-2214. 7 PM LOW Veterans Club (CC). Info: Dan 540-972-0153.
Greensprings CH
Water Fitness
$
CH Pool
9 AM & 10 AM
M, W, F
Carol 540-972-6739
Yoga Haath Milaana
$
FC
8-9:30 AM; 10-11:30 AM; 4-5 PM; 6-7:30 PM
M, TH
Uma Sri 540-735-8859
Yoga – Gentle
$
CC
10:30-11:45 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Chair
$
CC
9:30-10:30 AM
F
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga – Intermediate
$
CC
M, W, F
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Friday, June 28 10:30 AM Civil War Study Group (CH). Info: civilwarstudygroup.org. 7 PM Concert on the Point with Dave Goodrich.
Sunday, June 30 9 AM-3 PM Cause 4 Paws Fundraiser Yard Sale (4219 Lakeview Pkwy). Info: Mary Kay, 540-412-5764.
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SPORTS & EXERCISE
Wednesday, June 26 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC). Info: 540-972-2214.
Saturday, June 29 9-11 AM LOWLINC Stop the Bleed Workshop (CC), free. Info: www. LOWLINC.org.
Thursday, July 4 Independence Day! LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed 5 PM Flag Boat Parade on the Lake. Saturday, July 6 LOWA Offices Closed LOW Independence Day Celebration! 11 AM-2 PM Car Show, Clubhouse parking lot, upper level. 12 PM Flag Raising Ceremony, CH Flag Circle. 12-4 PM Festival on Clubhouse Point. 1-1:30 PM Patriotic Parade on the Point. 6-7:30 PM Water Ski Club Show from Clubhouse Dock. 9 PM or Dusk Fireworks from top of Veterans Dam. Sunday, July 7 11 AM-1 PM Pony Rides, $5 (EQ). Info: 540-972-2238. Deadline for submissions to the July 5 issue of Lake Currents is June 24.
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C al en d a r o f E ve n t s
Deadline for submissions to the July 19 issue of Lake Currents is July 8.
9-10:15 AM ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change)
Location
Time
Day
AARP Meeting
CH
9:30 AM
3rd M
Contact Larry 540-972-1847
Bridge, Sunday Duplicate
WC
7-9 PM
SU
Joe 540-972-8052/Caroline 540972-7688
Bridge, Monday Night
WC
7 PM
M
Joe & Suzie 540-972-8799
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
WC
9 AM-3 PM
W
June: Joan 540-972-7548 July: Vivien 223-3050
Book Club, LOW
Wilderness Lib.
1 PM
2nd W
540-972-9284
Chess Club
CC
6:30-8:30 PM
TH
Jack 540-972-6211
Childhelp Auxiliary
LOWC, rm. 211
10 AM
1st W
Nancy 540-972-2599
Civic Club Meeting
CH
7 PM
2nd W
Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
CH
10:30 AM
4th F
Charles 540-972-2401
Closet Quilters
CC
12:30-3 PM
TU
Maureen 540-972-7010
Coloring Book Club
CC
10 AM
F
540-972-9680
Craft Group
LOWC
9:30-11:45 AM
TU
Rochelle 540-972-3438
DAR Susannah Chandler
CC
1 PM
2nd SA
Betty Larson 540-661-7202
Democratic Club
CC
1:30 PM
2nd W
Kerry 540-220-8547
Fire & Rescue Auxiliary
CC
2 PM
2nd W
Marguerite 540-972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
CC
10 AM-1 PM
TU
John 540-972-5611
Garden Club
CH
12:30 PM
2nd M
Jan 540-972-1630
Happy Tails Dog Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
info@happytailsdogclub.net
Health & Wellness Class $
CC
11 AM-12 PM
W
Laurie 540-388-4677
Investment Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Lee 540-972-0395
CC
9:30-11:30 AM
W, F
Sharon 540-848-5810
Knowledge Club
CC CC
6:30-8 PM 10-11 AM
2nd TH 3rd TU
Alayna 540-370-0000
Litter Pick-up in LOW
All around LOW
9 AM
3 SA
Jan 540-972-1630
LOW Fliers R/C Club
CC
5-8 PM
3rd F
Terry 412-760-4593
CH
6 PM
2nd TH
Ann 540-972-3326 Rani 540-972-7859
Knitting & Crocheting
$
LOW Lioness Club
rd
LOW Lions Club
CH
5:30 PM
3rd TH
Charlie 540-903-7796
Mahjongg
CC
1-4 PM
M
Debby 540-412-5240
Mothers of Preschoolers
LOWC, Founders
9:15 AM
1st /3rd W
Kristen, mops@lowchurch.org
Open Mic Night
Fareways
5:30-8:30 PM
TU
Fareways 540-972-2216
Players, Theater Group
CC
7 PM
2nd W
Marilyn 540-972-0392
Photography Club, LOW
WC
7-9 PM
1st/3rd TH
Bill 540-834-9866
CC
By Appointment
W
Cher 540-735-8859
CH
11:30 AM
4 W
Connie 540-972-0083
LGES (Rt. 20)
5:15 PM
TU
Nita 540-219-7028 Audrey 540-222-3569
Veterans Club
CC
7 PM
4th TH
Dan 540-972-0153
Wilderness Toastmasters
CC
6:30 PM
1st/3rd TU
WildernessToastmasters@gmail.com
Woodworkers Club
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Glynn 703-625-3849
Professional Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching
$
Republican Women’s Club TOPS weigh in/meeting $
th
Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
22nd Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament Sponsored by Lake Youth Foundation by Terry Hileman, Lake Youth Foundation
The front entrance pond was the site for the 22nd Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament held on Saturday, June 15. The Lake Youth Foundation would like to thank everyone who participated in this event. More than 300 fish were caught and released! Each child was treated to two hours of fishing, a free lunch and fishing gear. Trophy winners in each age group are: (See photos pgs 12-13) Caroline Leonard Jason Mills Alexander Smith
Ages 7 & 8 Longest Fish Heaviest Fish Most Fish
Ayla White Kaleb Townsend Skylar Schatzer
Ages 9, 10 & 11 Longest Fish Heaviest Fish Most Fish
Jacob Mills Damien Emerson Matt Betz
Ages 12, 13 & 14 Longest Fish Heaviest Fish Most Fish
Derrell Alexander Sam Dent Mya Jones
The largest fish was 12 inches long and weighed 11.3 ounces, and the most fish caught by one person was 25. What a great day it was for fishing! Thanks to all of the volunteers and a special thanks to Hank Lewis for being the emcee and to Clearwater Grill for preparing lunch for everyone. The Lake Youth Foundation would like to thank our sponsors: LOWA, LOW Lions, LOW Lioness, AARP Chapter 5239, Suzanne Brady of United Real Estate Premier and The Car Doctor.
Ayla White watches her award-winning catch being weighed and measured by judges at the fishing tournament.
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Lake Youth Foundation Fishing Tournament Ages 7-8
Caroline Leonard, Longest Fish
Ayla White, Longest Fish
Jason Mills, Heaviest Fish
Kaleb Townsend, Heaviest Fish
Alexander Smith, Most Fish
Skylar Schatzer, Most Fish
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July Fourth Flag Boat Parade
New Requirement for Water Ski Club
by Marthellen Hoffman, Member
by Kathleen Saladino, Publicity Chair, LOW Water Ski Club
Ahoy All LOW Lakers! The previous Lighted Boat Parade Captains are welcoming any and all boats to join in the annual Flag Boat Parade, Thursday, July 4. Get your boats decorated with Flags, leave your docks precisely on time, joining all boats at once at 5 PM, and form an immediate GRAND CIRCLE in the correct direction. This spectacular Lake-Circle of Patriotism will form our Stars ‘n’ Stripes Show, with Shore Watchers joining in to Wave For America!
The LOW Water Ski Club began this season with a new challenge to be met if they wished to be insured by the umbrella organization, USA Water Ski and Wake Sports. Our drivers had to be “certified,” and that happened on May 19, accomplished by a judge who flew in from the Midwest region. Specific patterns had to be driven by two boats with several water skiers being pulled; water skiers had to learn a standing dock start from platforms newly made by club members. Previously our skiers got up by deep water starts and sitting dock starts. All this was designed to ensure the safety of the skiers. Drivers and skiers were also tested on the proper use of the jump. Those drivers who were not certified in May may continue to pull skiers, but only one at a time; not several. Come out to Clubhouse Point on July 6 at 6 PM, and see our patriotic ski show which will include some of these new skills the team has acquired. We look forward to seeing you there and supporting our young people, who worked very hard to master these new techniques.
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Thursday, July 4, All Captains start out at 5 PM: Thanking Lake Safety Managers, Showing our Stars ‘n’ Stripes, Creating a Lake-wide Flag-Fest, Leaving docks carefully to proceed at 5 PM, Circling slowly, safely, counter-clockwise once around, passing the Clubhouse, Spacing well between boats at NO WAKE SPEED, Following all LOWA Regulation Chapter X Rules, and Turning in slightly to include Cove-wavers, while Saluting All you fun Landlubbers, who will be Waving flags at Lake’s edge, and the Clubhouse, Playing patriotic music! It’s great to Parade together to Wave For America. Happy 4th! ~Capt. Ed Hoffman, Capt. Mike Rugless, Capt. Jim Ryan
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Mon., 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). Meeting every Wed. and Fri., 7 PM at 32345 Constitution Hwy. Suite O. Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060. Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060. Dementia Memory Café: 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. Diabetes support group starting in Culpeper at Wellspring Health Services. Call for info: 540-825-4557; 541 Sunset Lane, suite 301. Find us on facebook @ wellspring health services. Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite H) offers free medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in Orange, Spotsylvania, and Culpeper counties. Medical care available on Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM. Call 540-854-5922 for appointments. Volunteers Needed. Info: 540-8545922, 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. Info: 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. Usually open the first and third Fridays from 9 AM to noon, the second Wednesday from 4 to 6 PM and the last Saturday from 9 AM to noon. Please call: 888-5089274 to confirm schedule and to check for special opening dates and times. Mail contributions to Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info:
Stan, 540-412-9854. LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Equipment can generally be picked up and returned 9 AM to noon Saturdays at the Lions Building near the LOW trash compactor. Lions also gratefully receive donations of used equipment, in clean and good condition, that can be readily used by others. In case of immediate needs, please contact Dave at 540972-2125, Susan at 540-972-2772 or Mark at 540-412-6694. If 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. Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tuesday, every other month from noon to 6 PM. Next drive is July 23 at the Community Center. You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www.redcrossblood.org for more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walk-ins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Christy, 540-412-2470. Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060. The Woods Cares: An AARP program, will run errands and do small repairs, light yard work for shut-ins and caretakers. Free service. Call Jeanette 540-9720726, or Ed 724-523-5255. Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Care-AVan will provide transportation to health care (including picking up prescription medications) and legal appointments for senior citizens (over 60) and persons (over 18) with physical disabilities. Available Mon-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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Fundraisers Good Time Cruise-In Car Show at Locust Grove Town Center, Rtes. 20 & 611, second Saturday each month, 5 PM til sundown. Free to all, Family Friendly, Great Cars, Awards, Prize Drawings; 50/50, Food on Site, Proceeds go to Local Charities. www.goodtime-cruisers. webs.com; on Facebook: Good Time Cruisers of Locust Grove.
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July 13, Help Eliminate Auto Theft (VIN Etching). On July 13, 10 AM-2 PM, the State Police will be at the Lower Level Clubhouse Parking Lot to provide FREE VIN ETCHING to your car windows. This is important because adding VIN etching to your auto glass creates another barrier against auto theft. Does not affect the appearance of the vehicle. Protect your car! August 7-10, Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department Annual Fair (Culpeper County). Fair begins each night at 6 PM. Fair begins on Saturday at 1 PM. Fire Department Parade August 8, 6:30 PM. Lawn & Garden Tractor Pull August 10, 10 AM. Cash Prizes Given Away August 10. Rides, Games, Food & Fun. 20057 Fleetwood Heights Road, Brandy Station. Info: www.bsvfd.com. Storytime Tuesdays at the Wilderness Library (June 25, July 9, 16, 23, & 30): 10:15 AM, Toddler Time, for children ages 18 months to 3 yrs old with a caregiver. 11 AM, Preschool Storytime, for children 3 to 5 yrs old with a caregiver. All storytimes are drop-in, registration is not required. Information: 540-854-5310. Family Performance Tuesdays at Locust Grove Middle School: June 25, Ventriloquist Chris Campbell; July 9, Music with Kim & Jimbo; July 16, Magician Jonathan Austin; July 23 Reptiles Alive!; July 30, The Story Ship! All performances begin at 3 PM. Information: 540-854-5310. Sept. 26, Nationals vs. Phillies Baseball Game at Nationals Park. Game starts at 4:05 PM; bus leaves Clubhouse lower level parking lot at 1 PM. $75/pp, includes bus ride and a game ticket. Make your checks payable to “AARP Chapter 5239,” and mail to Dave Kraus, 127 Indian Hills Rd., Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Nick, 540-972-0350; Dave, krausman369@ gmail.com; or 571-334-4913. Lost or Found Pets in LOW can be posted on facebook.com/ LOWlostandfoundpets. Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses Recycled: Place used hearing aids and eyeglasses in LOW Lions boxes at Wells Fargo Bank, LOW Hair Studio, and LOW Security.
Cause 4 Paws. We are in need of volunteer foster homes, monetary donations and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations are tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations can be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more info, see us on Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-972-4960 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW Directory. Cost is $10 at Member Services in the lower level Holcomb Bldg. Sales benefit F&R. Information: Dick or Carolyn Durphy at dickd9@msn.com; or 540-972-3306. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted at our book sales and on Mondays from 9:30-11 AM. No reference or text books please. 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 9 AM to noon, or call Lion Mark at 540-412-6694, Lion Susan at 540972-2772, or Lion Dave at 540-9722125 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member need a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you! Lions Furniture Pickup and Yard Sale. The LOW Lions accept donations of furniture and merchandise at the Velona Building (Shoosmith Road, near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 8 to11 AM. To arrange for donation pickup, call Doug at 540-495-0640. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations are tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon. O.C. Humane Society. Our local animals need your help. Volunteers are needed to respond by phone from home, to voice mail messages from the public, once every two months as part of a team. More information at 540-672-0069 or OrangeCountyHumaneSocietyVa. org. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable corporation and donations are taxdeductible. Please mail to OCHS, P.O. Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508.
Deadline for submissions to the July 5 issue of Lake Currents is June 24. Deadline for submissions to the July 19 issue of Lake Currents is July 8.
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by Heather Kuzma, Publicity Chair, LGA Congratulations to the following winners of the Spring Tournament:
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Flight A Low Gross Jeanne Woodward Low Net Denise Reese
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Flight B Low Gross Pat Shrader Low Net Louise Hoh Flight C Low Gross Debbie May Low Net Betty Gosnell Our Member/Guest Tournament was a huge success. This was no easy task since we were without a golf pro to help the committee with the many details involved. Event Chair Karen Woods and her large, hard working committee put in hundreds of hours planning the event. We had a wonderful turnout of 64 ladies playing in the tournament. Mother Nature also contributed with the lovely weather. Karen wants to thank the many volunteers who helped in so many ways. Special thanks to Kim Moorefield and the rest of the pro shop staff for their help. Also, Dorothea Barnes did a wonderful job of decorating the clubhouse. Ryan and the clubhouse staff also worked their magic with the delicious fried chicken and fixin’s and great service. Congratulations to all who participated, and to the winners. Our next major event is the Sadie Hawkins Tournament which takes place on Tuesday, July 9. This is a 2-person team, best ball format, where each LGA member can invite the male golfer of her choice (not her spouse) to be her partner. After golf, the gentlemen will be treated to lunch in the Fareways Café and prizes will be awarded to the winning twosomes. Loretta Yurkus will, once again, chair this very popular, fun event. If you want to participate, but don’t have a partner, Loretta will have a list of lots of willing and able men to choose from. Look for the sign-up sheet and more details to be posted in the ladies’ lounge at the Woods Center. Remember, the start time for June, July, and August is 8 AM, with sign in by 7:30.
Jeb Stuart’s 1862 Christmas Raid
Cause 4 Paws Plans Fundraiser
by Charles Brewer, President, Civil War Study Group
by Mary Kay Wilks, Publicity/Fundraiser, Cause 4 Paws
At its monthly meeting June 28, (10:30 AM in the Clubhouse Great Hall), the Civil War Study Group will host speaker Bob O’Neill of King George County. Bob, a retired Fairfax County Police detective, and currently involved in law enforcement training nationally, is a student, especially, of Civil War cavalry engagements. His presentation will be on Jeb Stuart’s December 1862 Christmas Raid at Burke’s Station. Everyone with an interest in Civil War history or historic preservation is invited to attend our presentations. For more information about the program or the Civil War Study Group, contact Charles Brewer 540il l e N ' Bob O 645-2705 or go to civilwarstudygroup.org.
Cause 4 Paws, a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization supporting feline rescue operations, will be having a yard sale at 4219 Lakeview Parkway on Saturday, June 29 from 9 AM to 3 PM and on Sunday, June 30 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Offered for sale are cat and dog beds, food bowls and other animal items. There will also be tools, household, clothing, jewelry, toys and many other great items. You will be able to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win one or more of over 30 prizes and/or Cause 4 Paws t-shirts too. At the yard sale, members will be present providing information and accepting cat food (Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food) and/or monetary donations. We continue to need volunteers and foster parents (who will be trained and supplies provided) until we can find forever homes for these adorable kittens/ cats. If you would like to assist Cause 4 Paws at any of our functions or need information, please contact me at 540-412-5764 or marywilks@comcast.net.
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The Accidental Presidents: Eight Men Who Changed America, by Jared Cohen, is LOW Book Club’s selection for its July 10 meeting. When John Tyler, the first of the “accidental presidents,” became president upon the death of William Henry Harrison in 1841, he had to contend with politicians who claimed that a succeeding vice president could not assume the office, but would only be considered an acting president. Tyler swiftly and decisively declared his constitutional right to the presidency, thus paving the way for the recognition of the legitimacy of vice presidential succession. The book provides an anecdotal and interesting look at the transitions surrounding the eight times a vice president became chief executive on the death of a president. The author characterizes only two such presidencies as successful: those of Theodore Roosevelt and Harry Truman, vice presidents, respectively, under William McKinley and Franklin D. Roosevelt. The LOW Book Club meets at 1 PM on the second Wednesday of the month in the meeting room of the Wilderness Library. All are welcome, and no prior notification or attendance commitment is necessary. For further information about the club, call 540-972-9284.
by Alayna Stiffler, Member, Wilderness Toastmasters Storytelling is an art. Every day, people tell stories. They love talking about their personal life, their family, children, pets and hobbies, and people listen. Yet, many fail to recognize the eyes-glazed-over look of someone who has listened too long and has disengaged themself from the conversation. In Toastmasters, people are taught how to keep their audience engaged, and to recognize the signs of someone who has lost interest in the conversation. There are many styles of conversation, and vocal variety is used to keep your audience focused on the conversation. Are you a talker who rambles and doesn’t take a breath? Do you have habits that are distracting when you are talking to people? Is your conversation seasoned with interest or do people duck and hide when they spot you in public? If you feel like you may be playing a game of hide and seek with people that you want to talk to (they’re hiding and you’re seeking), the problem may be the stories that you are telling or the length of the conversation. Wilderness Toastmasters meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM in the Community Center. We are open to anyone who wants to attend, and you are welcome to invite out of the community to anyone who wants to improve their public speaking skills. For more information, email at wildernesstoastmasters@gmail.com.
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6.3 Consideration of Amending the LOWA Fee Schedule to Increase the Lost ID Card Charge to $7. (D-19-59) Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board amend the LOWA Fee Schedule to increase the cost of the lost Member/Tenant/Amenity ID card charge to $7. 6.4 Consideration of Approving Carry-over Capital Projects. (Postponed to June 26, 2019) 6.5 Consideration of Sending to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney the Proposed Amendments to Regulation IX.E.1: Use of the Golf Course, Regarding Group Play. (D-19-60) Motion by Hoh, passed unanimously, that the Board send to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney the proposed amendments to Regulation IX.E.1: Use of the Golf Course, regarding Group play. 6.6 Consideration of Sending to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney the Proposed Amendments to Regulation XII: Use of the Swimming Pools. (D-19-61) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board send to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney the proposed amendments to Regulation XII: Use of the Swimming Pools. 6.7 Consideration of Entering Lot for Maintenance. (D-19-62) Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board approve entry to the lot in Case #19-0605-01 on or after June 12, 2019 to mow the yard; and that the property be billed for the cost related to such work in accordance with Paragraph 14 of the Restrictive Covenants.
D. Other Business Working with LOWA Security and Lake Patrol staff, Communications TV18 Station Coordinator Travis Miller has produced two new videos on Boating Equipment Safety and Special Event Boating Procedures which can be viewed on Channel 18. The updated LOWA Boat test is now available on our website as a convenience for members. Chris Brode has been hired as the new Golf Pro at the Woods Center; he will start work on June 17. A final draft of the RFP for a new 3-year Security Services Contract has been completed and will be ready for issue on June 10. It will be sent to five companies for bids. Contractor Entry Guard will be working on installing TEKControl, a new entry gate access control system, over the summer months. DwellingLive will eventually be discontinued. 3.3 Committee Reports: None.
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4. MEMBER COMMENTS ON THE BUSINESS AGENDA: Members commented on the details of the proposed Referendum and GPS devices directing visitors to the back gate. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding Amendments to LOWA Regulation X.B.4: Other Water Restrictions, Regarding Prohibition Against Walking on Ice When the Lakes are Frozen. (Resolution 2019-9) (D-19-55) Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2019-9, a Policy Resolution, regarding amendments to the LOWA Regulation X.B.4: Other Water Restrictions, regarding prohibition against walking on ice when the lakes are frozen, effective immediately. 5.2 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding Amendment XVIII: Use of the Fitness Center. (Resolution 2019-10) (D-19-56) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2019-10, a Policy Resolution, regarding amendments to the LOWA Regulation XVIII: Use of the Fitness Center, effective immediately. 5.3 Discussion of Loyalty Program General Manager Phil Rodenberg provided statistics on the LOWA Loyalty Program initiated in September 2018 in an effort to increase overall usage of our amenities. Finance Director Charles Maneval responded to questions from the Board. A chart tracking sales and Loyalty Program participation data was prepared by management to facilitate the discussion. While initial start-up costs were minimal, ongoing internal costs to administer the program proved higher than expected. More than a third of our members are taking advantage of the program, but the impact on overall amenity usage needs further evaluation. The program will continue in an effort to collect more data for re-evaluation at a later date.
7. MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS: None. 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS Directors offered comments on the GPS back gate issue, the new small recycling bins at the Convenience Center, the annual audits, and encouraging members to register for electronic voting. President Wilks thanked all those who helped with planning the Referendum project. 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS Special Board Meeting: Friday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m. in the Clubhouse. Agenda: LOWA’s Relationship with Friends of Lake of the Woods (FLOW). Open Session.
10. ADJOURNMENT Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 3:02 p.m.
6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Accepting the Slate of Candidates for the 2019 Board of Directors Election. (D-19-57) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to accept the Slate of Candidates for the 2019 Board of Directors election as submitted by the Nominating Committee. 6.2 Consideration of Approving the Environmental Control Committee Appeal and LOWA Violation Charges Referendum. (D-19-58) Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Environmental Control Committee Appeal and LOWA Violation Charges Referendum, and direct the General Manager and Elections Committee to send out the Referendum proxy ballots for the September 2, 2019 Annual Membership Meeting.
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The LOW Veterans Club encourages everyone to attend the Profiles of Honor Tour on Saturday, June 22, in the lower level Clubhouse parking lot. The one-day visit of this mobile museum commemorates the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I and the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Omaha Beach invasion of Normandy during World War II. The visit will begin at 9 AM and end at 4 PM. One goal of the mobile museum is to provide an opportunity for visitors to explore personal connections with Virginia’s involvement in those two wars. Also, the museum provides an opportunity for visitors to contribute items such as letters, pictures, diaries, or documents related to various Virginia veterans. These historic documents will be scanned and digitized, to be archived by the Library of Virginia. All items will be returned immediately on Saturday. The Veterans Club also encourages all residents to participate in the Lake of the Woods golf tournament on Saturday, June 29, benefitting the Blue Star Mothers of Fredericksburg. The 9 AM shotgun start will be played under captain’s choice rules, with all proceeds going to the mission of the Blue Star Mothers. The funds will help the organization in its support of active duty members and veterans. Specifically, they will be used to provide personal items to troops deployed overseas. For more information, or to register, contact Faye Mohler at fmohler@LOWA.org, or by phone at 571-245-4318. The next Veterans Club meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, at 7 PM in the Community Center. Our guest speaker will be Bill Ashton, the current military veterans agriculture liaison for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The retired Navy Lieutenant Commander will explain what USDA does for veterans, and which veteran benefits are available through the Veterans Administration. He will also discuss the role of the Virginia’s Joint Leadership Council (he is a member, appointed by the Governor). He will also brief us on some General Assembly bills and how they are affecting veterans.
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Saturday, June 29 (7:30 p.m.) TO EACH HIS OWN (Paramount, 1946) Olivia de Havilland has said that To Each His Own is one of her favorite films. Covering 27 years in the life of a woman who loved neither wisely nor well, it begins during the blitz on London. Middle-aged Jody Norris (de Havilland) is an air raid warden along with her confidante Lord Desham (Roland Culver.) When she learns that a handsome US pilot, John Lund, is in town, her thoughts flash back to an earlier time in her life, when her love affair with a dashing pilot (also played by Lund in a dual role) resulted in a life lived in secrecy. The film was a spectacular comeback for the actress after being off the screen for two years due to her legal battle seeking to end her contract with Warner Brothers. It was helmed by Mitchell Leisen with a script by the great Charles Brackett who was also Oscar nominated. Shown in celebration of Olivia de Havilland’s 103rd birthday on July 1. 35mm restored film print courtesy Universal Pictures Distribution, 122 min.
Saturday, June 22 (2 p.m.) MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND (Buena Vista, 1996) Robert Louis Stevenson's classic tale of a young orphan who becomes involved with pirate Long John Silver is given the Muppet treatment in this vibrant children's musical. The film stays loyal to the original storyline but casts the wellknown puppets in many of the supporting roles. Young Jim Hawkins remains human (portrayed by Kevin Bishop), as does Long John Silver, played by an amusingly exaggerated Tim Curry. However, Captain Smollet is played by Kermit the Frog; Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and Rizzo the Rat serve as roving narrators; and numerous other Muppets assume smaller roles. Muppet voices and puppetry are provided by regulars Frank Oz, Steve Whitmire and others. Rated G. 35mm archival film print. 99 min.
Friday, July 5 (7:30 p.m.) FOOTLOOSE (Paramount, 1984) Kevin Bacon, in the role that made him a star, plays Chicago teenager Ren McCormack who is transplanted to an ultra-conservative small town in Utah where dancing is outlawed. Recruiting his best pal, the quiet Willard (Chris Penn), and his girlfriend (Lori Singer), daughter of clergyman Rev. Shaw Moore (John Lithgow), Ren goes before the city council to have the law overturned so that the school can hold a senior prom. The film, directed by Herbert Ross, was a box office smash and the soundtrack album reached number one on the US Billboard 200 chart. The title song from the film, written by Kenny Loggins and Dean Pitchford, was nominated for an Academy Award and Loggins’ recording of it was added to the National Recording Registry in 2017. Rated PG. 35mm archival film print, 107 min.
Saturday, June 22 (7:30 p.m.) BEACH BLANKET BINGO (American International Pictures, 1965) Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon star in the fifth (and perhaps best known) installment of a series of slapdash musical comedies set against a Malibu backdrop of surfing, sun worshipping and California teenagers that began with AIP’s “Beach Party� in 1963. The series' popularity came from a formula of mixing pop acts (in this case The Hondells and Donna Loren) and guest star cameos (Don Rickles, Paul Lynde and the legendary silent comedian Buster Keaton in this feature) with the stars in a minimalist story spiked with goofy, lowbrow humor. Another key to the success of the Beach Party franchise was the theme of teenage freedom, as parental involvement was non-existent. In addition to Annette and Frankie, series regulars John Ashley and Jody McRae are on board along with Linda Evans and Deborah Walley. 35mm archival film print. 98 min.
Saturday, July 6 (2 p.m.) YANKEE DOODLE DANDY (Warner Bros., 1942) Ostensibly a biopic about jingoistic songwriter-performer George M. Cohan (portrayed with buoyant enthusiasm by James Cagney), the film's patriotic message, celebratory musical numbers and sentimental family saga were aimed at bolstering morale during the early months of World War II. Directed by Michael Curtiz, Cagney's Oscar winning for Best Actor performance was complemented by Walter Huston as his father, Rosemary DeCamp as his mother, real-life sister Jean Cagney as his sister, and Joan Leslie as his perky champion and wife. The film was selected to the National Film Registry in 1993. 35mm film print produced by the Library of Congress Film Preservation Lab in 1996, 126 min.
Thursday, June 27 (7:30 p.m.) THE BILLY TAYLOR SHOW (WNJU, 1965) Well known jazz pianist, composer, broadcaster and educator Dr. Billy Taylor hosted two long running programs on NPR: the pioneering Jazz Alive!, (1977- 1983) and Jazz at the Kennedy Center (1995-2001), and served as an on-air correspondent for CBS News Sunday Morning for many years. In 1965, Taylor hosted The Billy Taylor Show - Jazz in America, produced at WNJU in New Jersey that aired in the New York City market. Luckily he archived the 2� videotapes of the program before WNJU could recycle them, a common practice of the day, and donated the tapes to the Library of Congress in 2002. This compilation of highlights from the show, none of which has been seen since the original broadcasts, includes performances by jazz greats Dizzy Gillespie, Kenny Burrell, Benny Powell, Clark Terry, Grant Green, Yusef Lateef, Jerome Richardson, Randy Weston and more. Digital presentation. Friday, June 28 (7:30 p.m.) THE HIDDEN FORTRESS (Toho, 1958) A grand-scale adventure as only Akira Kurosawa could make one, “The Hidden Fortress� stars the inimitable Toshiro Mifune as a general charged with guarding his defeated clan’s princess (a fierce Misa Uehara) as the two smuggle royal treasure across hostile territory. Accompanying them are a pair of bumbling, conniving peasants who may or may not be their friends. This rip-roaring ride is among the director’s most beloved films and was a primary influence on George Lucas’s “Star Wars.� “The Hidden Fortress� delivers Kurosawa’s trademark deft blend of wry humor, breathtaking action, and compassionate humanity. 35mm film print courtesy of Janis Films. 139 min.
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Friday, June 21 (7:30 p.m.) KING CREOLE (Paramount, 1958) In what many (including the King himself) consider his best film, Elvis Presley plays rebellious teenager Danny Fisher who works before and after school to support his impoverished family in a tough New Orleans neighborhood. After Danny gets a job singing at a nightclub, he is eventually dragged into the criminal underworld. Michael Curtiz (“Casablanca�) directed this atypical "Elvis" movie in which the musical numbers make sense in the context of the story. Backed by his real-life guitarist Scotty Moore, Presley sings 12 songs including; "Hard Headed Woman,'' "Trouble'' and the title number. Based on novel by Harold Robbins, the cast also includes Carolyn Jones, Dolores Hart, Walter Matthau, Dean Jagger and Vic Morrow. 35mm archival film print. 116 min.
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Full Circle is this Weekend It is not too late to purchase tickets to Full Circle. Michelle Ditzler and her friends will entertain us with a variety of songs including Broadway show tunes and classics, as well as a few new songs. A number of patrons asked about being able to dance. An area has been cleared so those who wish get up and dance can. Show dates are Saturday, June 22 at 7:30 PM; and Sunday, June 23 at 2 PM. Lee and I happened to stop by one of their practice sessions in time to listen to one of the group’s numbers. WOW! Truly beautiful! Several others have heard them and expressed the same thing. Tickets are available on our website: lowplayers.org or through Sandie Frame at 540-972-6385. As always, we welcome and extend an invitation to anyone who likes theater and is interested in joining our group to attend our meetings. These are held on the second Wednesday of the month at the Community Center in Classroom 1, starting at 7 PM. Our next formal meeting will be July 10. We will be discussing our upcoming production of Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Orange County Humane Society Donates to Animal Shelter by Tresa Poyhonen, Secretary, Orange County Humane Society
Thanks to the generous donations from many animal-loving Orange County residents, the O.C. Humane Society was recently able to present a check for $11,221 to the county animal shelter. The money will be used for emergency veterinary care for animals at the shelter. The Humane Society also donates to other local animal rescue groups, including Cause 4 Paws, Sunshine Dogs, Rikki’s Refuge, Houses of Wood & Straw, and the Cat Action Team. In addition to monetary support, OCHS also provides volunteer help to many of these organizations. Our volunteers just love animals! We have a very active Trap/Neuter/Return program to spay and neuter unowned neighborhood cats. The hundreds of cats we have neutered make a big difference for people and cats in our county by preventing unwanted litters of kittens and improving cat behaviors. We have assisted many low income residents by having their cats and their dogs neutered, and have also come to their aid when they have needed emergency veterinary care. OCHS is an all-volunteer 501c(3) charitable organization. Many of our OCHS volunteers live in LOW, and there is a definite need for new volunteers. There are many different ways to participate in improving the lives of the animals; some take very little time or effort but can really make a big difference. You can even help from the comfort of your own home. We have monthly meetings at the Wilderness Branch Library, We would welcome your visit, or you could call us for more information on how you can help the animals. We accept donations of canned dog and cat food, dry cat food, kitten care items and monetary donations, which are all tax deductible to the full extent of IRS regulations. Please give us a call at 540-672-0069, or contact us by mail at PO Box 852, Locust Grove 22508. Visit us on Facebook at Orange County Humane Society of Virginia. Email us at info@ OrangeCountyHumaneSocietyVa.org.
by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor The Orange County ordinances require that any new government tower site in the county have a “Statement of Public Necessity.” This statement is required to be distributed through public media channels so the public can comment on such towers. Any comments received during the 30 day comment period are to be reviewed by the Supervisors before taking action. The four new tower sites will support the new public safety radio system for law enforcement, fire and rescue services. They will also support school bus communication, and eventually wide area broadband. The new towers are located at the Barboursville and Mountain Track Waste Collection sites, at the Taylor Education Administration Complex and at the Rapidan Service Authority Sewage Treatment Plant. One comment supportive of the project was received during the 30 day comment period. Recently, the Supervisors were briefed on the implementation of Next Generation 911 System (NG911) in Orange County. NG911 significantly enhances the capability of information flow from the public to the Public Safety Answering Point (the 911 Center) and then to the various first responders (sheriff, fire or rescue). Current 911 systems have the ability to take emergency voice phone calls and transmit voice directions to various first responders. The Orange County 911 Center has some upgrade, in that it is able to receive text messages. The NG911 goes well beyond this capability, in that emergency calls can use photos, video or data to provide more complete information on such emergencies. That kind of expanded information can be forwarded to the first responders. Picture yourself sending a picture of something you may want to buy for your spouse and checking to see if that is what is wanted. Now imagine someone contacting the 911 Center and providing a picture of an automobile accident so that fire and rescue will be better prepared to respond when they arrive on scene. Vehicles with advanced automobile collision notification systems will be able to send data information directly to the 911 Center and the actual location of the accident will be automatically provided no matter what cell phone company the caller uses. Getting this information to the first responders will require the expanded capability public safety radio system that is being planned for implementation in the county later next year. NG911 implementation will require substantial upgrades to 911 Center equipment and software since NG911 is a digital internet protocol based system, as opposed to current analog systems. Those upgrades will be implemented as the 911 Center moves to the new Public Safety Building late next year. Following the briefing, the Supervisors approved accepting a $281,044 grant from the Virginia Information Technology Agency to apply toward the cost of the upgrades. 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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L to R - William Smith, OCHS President; Gina Jenkins, Shelter Director; Allison Abbs, OCHS Fundraising Chairperson.
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LAKEFRONT RENTAL for vacations, graduations, reunions at your back door. Sleeps 18. Three night minimum. Call Tom at 540268-0908. (LOWA registered). MYRTLE BEACH Rental - Ocean Front. 2 BR, 2 BA, sleeps 6. Sat 7/27/19 - Sat 8/3/19. $1200. Call Roger Daniero, 540-972-1808.
Services 1 CALL ABOVE All Johnny B Quick Services. Driveway Sealing, Mulching, Tree removal, Painting inside and out, A/C Repair and Maintenance, Junk Removal and more. Call our team at 540-903-5369. 1 CALL TAKES Care of It All. Check http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/ to verify valid licensed contractors who work in the lake. 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 540-972-2664. 24 HOUR EMERGENCY Service and Storm Damage Repairs. We work with your insurance! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 30+ YEARS RESIDENT. Animal Care and House Cleaning. Call Linda 540-220-2138. A TOUCH OF CLASS CLEANING by Deborah. Over 20 years experience LOW. (Cell) 540845-3914 or 540-972-1554. A&T ENTERPRISES Household repairs and upgrades. Install Toilets, Water Heaters. No job too small. LOW resident 6 years. References available. Terry 412760-4593. A/C & HEATING Installation/ Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. ARE YOU Just thinking about selling in 2019-2020. Market is strong, inventory is low. For no obligation consultation call or email Vassa Olson w/C21 Redwood. Serving LOW homeowners since 1991. Vassaatthelake@gmail.com or 540-840-9444. 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 Maintenance Services. Lifetime LOW Resident! Class A Licensed/Insured! I will beat any licensed contractor’s price and donate to a home in India that rescues the smallest victims of sex trafficking. See all our classifieds. AskLukeZello.com, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BAILEY’S HOME Repairs - Gutter Cleaning and Repair, Window Cleaning, Interior and Exterior Repairs Doors, Windows, Trim, Siding, Free Estimates, 804200-3556. BASEMENT BUILDOUT, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. 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. CNA STATE Certified Nurses Aid. LOW resident. Your CNA on the go, when you need short term care. Insured and Member of Chamber of Commerce. Diane Clauson, 540388-2930. CARPENTRY, FRAMING or Custom Build-ins. Call Mark 540845-1816. CARPET STEAM Cleaning – Garland Ray, Vietnam Veteran. Powerful truck-mounted equipment. Cleaning in Lake for over 20 years. 540-832-7602. CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com. COMPLETE LAWN Care Mowing, Weed-Eating, Mulching, Tree Removal, Fertilization, Hedge Trimming. Fully insured, free estimates, references upon request. 540-308-8072, Stanley Lawn Care, Travis Stanley.
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. 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. CUSTOM SHARPENING 540308-9895. www.fastsharp.com. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING/Painting/ Sealing. Call Mark 540-845-1816. DOG WALKING, Pet Care, Plant Care & House Sitting Services by Chelsea. LOW resident since 1982 with references! Call or text today 804-467-4770. DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, decks. Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! Resident since 1967. 540220-2764. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRIVEWAY REPAIR - Premier Arbor Services LLC 540-718-3794. DRIVEWAY SEALING. 25 cents sq ft. Call Johnny B. Quick and save money at 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. FASCIA/SOFFIT Rot, Call Mark 540-845-1816. FLEA & TICK yard treatments. 1st Class Exterminating 540-8546759. Rodent control. Free Pest Inspection. FLOORING - HARDWOOD/Tile/ Laminates. Call Mark 540-845-1816. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. FREE ROOF Inspections, 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 - 32 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 20 years. I don’t claim to know it all, and I can’t do it all, but what I can do, I do well. To inquire and for a free estimate, call Erich 972-2664. HANDYMAN SERVICES and Remodeling. 30+ years. Skilled & Experienced. Everything from your “Honey-to-do List” to remodels. Local and Reasonable prices! Call Raymond 540-604-1343. 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 Fast, Call Johnny B. Quick 540-903-5369. KENNY SKEENS Home Repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Homeowner. 540-972-4326. 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. 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.
WHAT’S UNDER Your House? We fix wet crawlspaces with transferable warranties. Sump pumps installed/replaced. Free inspections, second opinions. Licensed and Insured. Since 1993. Call D&B Services, Inc. 540-9727361. LOW Resident. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 898-7773. YARD WORKS – Mowing, Mulching, Weeding, leaf removal, light hauling and more. Serving LOW for over 20 years. Call Charlie Ross 540-424-7658.
LOWA Employment Finance – Full-Time Salaried Position – Controller. Seeking a qualified candidate to supervise the Finance staff regarding day to day transactions, oversee monthly close process, assist with audits, reconciliations and prepare monthly financial statements. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance plus 3-5 years progressive experience in a finance environment required. Proficiency in accounting software and excel essential as well as effective communication skills. Equestrian Center – Part-Time Barn Staff. Successful, dependable candidates will assist with barn chores plus there is opportunity to act as a sales associate to inform interested guests and schedule services on weekends. Weekday and weekend shifts available for barn chores and/or teaching lessons. Experienced horse handling skills plus good communication skills essential. Fareways – Part-Time positions: Bartender, to mix and serve beverages at the Sports Bar and Grill. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Job requires superb customer service skills. One-two years’ experience required. Line Cook 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.
Yard Sale Yard Sale – CAUSE 4 PAWS will be selling cat & dog beds, food bowls and other animal items plus household, clothing and toys on Saturday, June 29th, 9 AM to 3 PM and on Sunday, June 30th, 10 AM to 4 PM. 4219 Lakeview Parkway, LOW. YARD SALE June 29th, 7 AM-2 PM; 139 Green St. Children’s items, tools, outdoor equipment, furniture, home décor and more!
All Pay Market Competitive. Submit applications and resumes to HR@ LOWA.org or fax to 540-972-2243. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and have a valid VA driver’s license. More information regarding these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. EOE.
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Employment THE LAKE of the Woods Church Child Care Center is seeking a Lead Child Care Teacher for our after school program/summer program for school-age children. Must be 21 years old and have daycare experience, the position is for Monday-Friday with afternoon hours and approximately 25 hours per week. For more information please contact Belinda or Tracy at 972-2349.
Misc. NURSE AIDE COURSE. $1195 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check, drug screening, CPR, uniform. Next Start Date: Sept. 7, 2019. Info: 703-402-2509. VIRGINIA GROWN Fresh Produce, home grown tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, etc. Farm fresh eggs. 5 miles W on Route 3, Stevensburg. 540-718-8025.
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MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MULCH DELIVERY - Doubleshredded hardwood. For prices, call Brian, 540-219-7660. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. MULCHING 4 The BEST Price, Ask Logan at Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5473. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. Onsite, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-288-8564. P&D HANDYMAN Services, 804 -200-3556. Power washing, painting, gutter cleaning, window cleaning, carpentry. 30 years experience. PAINTING - INTERIOR and Exterior. Never sprayed, always rolled to give you better coverage and a better finish. Call Mark 540845-1816. PAINTING and DRYWALL Repair. Call Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5369. 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. REMODEL - YOU have an idea? We’ll make it a reality. Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOF LEAKING - Give us a call for a free estimate. Leaky roof or new, we’ve got you covered. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOFING and REPAIRS - No leak guarantee! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SENIOR CAREGIVER with great references. Mon-Fri, daytime hours. 540-395-6095; 540-854-6066, ask for Brooksie. SERVICE UNLIMITED. Affordable plumbing, home repairs and service. Licensed and insured. Yearly Plumbing Program. LOW homeowner. 540-287-3984. 24 hours for emergency. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLC, - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-9075800 or talkingbird@comcast.net. Fully insured and Free estimates. 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. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589.
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