The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 20, No. 3
540.972.2237
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23rd Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament by Terry Hileman, Event Coordinator, LYF
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June 3, 2022
Save the Date for the LOW Independence Day Celebration: July 2, 2022 FIREWORKS • PARADE FLAG CEREMONY • ACTIVITIES ON THE POINT
Photo by Dan McFarland
Gather your fishing gear and bait buckets for the Lake Youth Foundation’s 23rd Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament which will be held on Saturday, June 18, from 9 to 11 AM. The event will be held at the front entrance pond for children ages 5 to 14 years old. Registration ends on June 15. There is limited space available, so please register early. You can register online at www.eventbrite.com (search Annual Children’s Fishing Tournament - 2022). You can also register at www.lakeyouth. org or on the Lake Youth Foundation’s Facebook page. There will be no registrations taken on the day of the tournament. Check-in on the day of the tournament will begin at 8 AM. The actual fishing tournament will start at 9 AM and end at 11 AM. Snacks and drinks will be served immediately following the tournament for the children and their families who participate in the event. The awards ceremony will start at 11:30 AM. The tournament rules and regulations can be viewed at www.lakeyouth.org. If your child needs a rod & reel to participate or if you have any questions, please contact Terry Hileman by phone at 540-972-8634 or by email at info@lakeyouth.org.
President's Letter 2 Board Agenda 2 Association News 2 - 10 Board Minutes 3 General Manager 3 Proposed Reg. X Change 5-14 Calendar 9, 10 Viewpoints 20 Orange County 25 Classifieds 26 - 27 Employment Opportunities 27
Opening Ceremony Parade Point Activities Ski Club Show
9:45 AM LLCH Parking Lot 10 AM - Noon Yorktown to LLCH Lot Noon - 4 PM Clubhouse Point 6:00 PM Clubhouse Dock
Fireworks at Veterans Dam Beg M Begin at dark, Approximately 9:15 PM
Sat., June 4 Line Dancing in the Park 7-9 PM, Sweetbriar Pavilion
Sat., June 11 Tennis Social 9-11 AM, Hollyfield Courts
Clubhouse will be closed for lunch Members Lounge opens at 4 PM
Sun., June 19 Happy Father’s Day Juneteenth
Sun., June 5 Hunter Horse Show 9 AM, Equestrian Center Wed., June 8 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center, Zoom
Mon., June 20 LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed Wed., June 29 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center, Zoom
LOWA Website Links TEKControl (Visitor Management) LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL
Association News Lake Currents June 3, 2022
President’s Letter by Pete Brown
Warning: Changes are coming. I am talking about the new proposed Regulation XIV, Schedule of Penalties for Violations. On June 8, the Board will vote on sending the proposed changes to the Rules Committee and the LOWA attorney as part of our rule making process. It will then be published in Lake Currents for member comment later this summer. So, what is the warning? On June 8, the Board will vote on suspending the use of $50 Fines for violations except for speeding and boating violations. You may be saying, ”yes!” But we may also be voting to authorize LOWA Security SCOP officers to issue Virginia Uniform Traffic Summons for non-speeding traffic violations, such as running a stop sign. Basically, any traffic citation you would be issued outside the Lake will now be issued inside the Lake. (They are already authorized to issue the UTS for passing a school bus, excessive speeding, or reckless boating.) This means you will now go to Orange County District Court instead of the LCC to plead your case. With that comes additional time and expense. Another example would be unauthorized parking on the streets. You would get one warning ticket. A second incident would result in towing your vehicle. Compared to the cost and inconveniences that violators will incur, the old $50 fine will feel like the proverbial “slap on the wrist.” The Board may vote to authorize Security to use a system of warning tickets for a short period to allow everyone to get familiar with the coming changes. General Manager Phil Rodenberg did a presentation of the new Regulation IV in his General Manager’s report at the May 18 Board meeting. These changes are due to the failed referendum. The Board takes no pleasure in making them. There has been a lot of work over many months to draft the rules. The goal remains simply for compliance and to maintain a safe community. So, to everyone, please drive safely. If you tend to have a “lead foot,” please change your behavior. Our hope is that no one ever gets a Uniform Traffic Summons.
Paul Hibbs III & Matt Hibbs
Alan Lofdahl & Chris Collie
Paul Hibbs Jr & Louis Amador
Roy Stein & Jim Brandt Photos by Eric Barnes
The Spring Two Person 4-ball tournament was held on May 21 and May 22. Congratulations to Paul Hibbs III and Matt Hibbs for finishing 1st Low Gross in the Men’s division. Congratulations go to Louis Amador and Paul Hibbs Jr. for finishing 1st Low Net in the men’s division. Senior Men low gross winners were Alan Lofdahl and Chris Collie. Senior low net winners were Jim Brandt and Roy Stein.
Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.
Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Pete Brown Vice Pres.: Teri Vickery Treasurer: Walt Diercks Secretary: Rick Rappoport Directors: Jennifer Zukowski Carl Clawson Clifton Wilks
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General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org)
Assistant General Manager:
Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org)
Director of Facilities:
James "Bobby" Jones (jjones@LOWA.org)
Director of Finance:
Charlie Maneval (cmaneval@LOWA.org)
Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
Regular Board of Directors Meeting Agenda (Tentative) June 8, 2022 2 PM, Community Center 1 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: May 18, 2022 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS AND MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 4. PRESENTATION 4.1 Lakes Management Implementation Plan Semi-Annual Report –Nick Blankenship, Environmental Resources Manager 5. REPORTS 5.1 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports C. Committee Changes 5.2 Report of General Manager A. LOWA Amenities, Events, Meetings and Offices Coronavirus Status B. Lakes Management Report C. April Financials and Year End Forecast 5.3 Committee Reports A. Planning Committee – Allen Priester. Chair B. Honor Awards Committee – Helen Brewer, Chair 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – NONE 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Accepting the Slate of Candidates for the 2022 Board of Directors Election 7.2 Consideration of Approving Amendments to the Communications Committee Charter 7.3 Consideration of Sending to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney Proposed Amendments to Regulation IV.B.12, Individual Behavior, Regarding Happy Tails Dog Park 7.4 Consideration of Transferring Project # 179.00, Pickleball and Tennis Court Awnings, from Fiscal Year 2025 to Fiscal Year 2022 and Authorizing Expenditure from the Repair and Replacement Reserve Fund Balance (Resolution 2022-15) 7.5 Consideration of Sending to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney Proposed Amendments to Regulation XIV, Schedule of Penalties for Violations, Regulation I, General and Regulation VI, Use of LOW Roads and Parking Lots Regarding Corrective Actions for Violations 7.6 Consideration of Ceasing Use of $50 Charges for Violations Other Then Speeding Violations and Boating Violations (Resolution 2022-16) 7.7 Consideration of Lot Violation Enforcement and Entering Lots for Maintenance 7.8 Discussion of A. Morton Thomas and Associates Recommendation for Modifying Lake Water Quality Sampling Program 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, June 29, 2022, Community Center, 1 PM Executive Session, 2 PM Open Session • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, July 20, 2022, Community Center, 1 PM Executive Session, 2 PM Open Session 10. ADJOURNMENT Join Zoom Meeting: Log-in to LOWA.org, go to BoardAgendas, click on Zoom link. 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.) The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items, as necessary.
Editorial Staff President of the Board General Manager Communications Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Communications Assistant: Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Copy Editor Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) Graphics/Layout: Chris Porter (cporter@LOWA.org) LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278
Lake Currents is the official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc; all content in this newsletter is published at the discretion of the LOWA Board of Directors and Management (USPS 872-400) and is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-972-2278 for details about classified and display advertisements which must be prepaid (unless other arrangements are made). POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508.
LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION, INC.
Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
Present Others Phillip Brown, President Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Teri Vickery, Vice President Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2:00 p.m.) Walter Diercks, Treasurer (from 12:35 p.m.) Richard Rappoport, Secretary Jennifer Zukowski Clifton Wilks Carl Clawson Call to Order 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 12:31 p.m. for the purpose of discussing matters involving violations of the Declaration and Regulations for which a member, his family members, tenants, guests or other invitees are responsible; and discussing pending or probable litigation. Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 1:35 p.m.
See May 18 Board Minutes p. 18
Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-9722237. Email: Frontdesk@LOWA.org M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM Vehicle Bar Code Hours: (Weather permitting) Mon, Wed, Fri: 2-4:30 PM Tues, Thurs, Sat: 10 AM-noon Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Dining Room: Wed 5-9 PM; Th-Fri 5-10 PM; Sat 11 AM-10 PM; Sun 1-4 PM Sun Brunch, 10 AM-1 PM Menu: www.LOWA.org/Clubhouse Community Center: 540-972-9680
by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, ® CMCA, ® AMS, ® PCAM LOWA’s contract with Allied Universal Security Services expires on April 30, 2023, and LOWA is reviewing AUS’s performance, with an eye toward extending that contract by one year. It was good to see members enjoying the summer amenities over Memorial Day Weekend. The pools, beaches, and lakes were busy. The LOW Vets dedicated the new Veterans Walkway at the Clubhouse flagpole on Monday. One of the amenities all members benefit from is our Security Force. You may never swing a club on the golf course or sail a Sunfish down the Main Lake, but everyone interacts with Security in some way. LOWA hires an experienced security company rather than hiring our own employees. This is beneficial for a few key reasons. It takes a lot of manpower to maintain a 24/7/365 security presence and it is advantageous to have the resources of a large corporation with its own human resources and training divisions, and can draw on experiences working for other large community associations. Another important reason is risk management. Road Patrol and Lakes Patrol officers carry weapons and have arrest powers, so we require the company to indemnify and insure to protect LOWA. We transfer the insurance risk to the security company. Our security contractor since 2013 has been Allied Universal Security Services, formerly Allied Barton. Chief Scott Walker, a longtime AUS employee, has been our account manager the entire time, since 2013. AUS hires about 20 employees to fulfill its responsibilities to LOWA. This includes having at least one Special Conservator of the Peace on duty for each of its three shifts during the day. The Orange County Sheriff and Circuit Court Judge approve SCOP officers; they have police powers to enforce state law within a set jurisdiction (LOWA). Security duties include: • Access Control - officers controlling intake of members and visitors at the Main Gate and Back Gate. • Road Patrol - SCOP officers enforcing the speed limit, traffic laws of the Commonwealth Captain Henslee at the Main Gate of Virginia, as well as LOWA Regulations. • Lake Patrol - SCOP officers on the lakes enforcing US Coast Guard, Virginia, and LOWA regulations, including checking to make sure boat drivers have passed the Boat Safety Exam and that boats have a current decal to show they are authorized to be on the Lakes. • Asset protection - Security officers constantly patrol our buildings, grounds, and common areas to ensure LOWA property remains intact and undamaged.
See General Manager on p. 14
Amenities Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center):
ECC Office: 540-972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM
Equestrian Center: 540-972-2238 M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM (Appt. required) Sat/Sun 9 AM-5 PM Lessons/Pony Rides by appt. Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 M, Tu, F, Sat, 8 AM-7 PM W, 8 AM-9 PM Th, 8 AM-10 PM Sun: 8 AM-6 PM *Last order will be taken 1-hour before closing time. Last call for alcohol will be 30 minutes before closing. Menu: www.LOWA.org/Fareways Fitness Center: 540-412-6016 Daily: 5 AM-11 PM
Lake Currents June 3, 2022
2. OPEN SESSION Pledge of Allegiance 2.1 Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board enter into Open Session at 10:00 a.m., and affirm that the Board met earlier in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing matters involving violations of the Declaration and Regulations for which a member, his family members, tenants, guests or other invitees are responsible; and discussing pending or probable litigation. 2.2 Confirmation of Quorum and Meeting Notice Secretary Rappoport confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of Minutes of May 7, 2022. Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the May 7, 2022 Regular Board of Directors meeting. 2.5 Excellence in Service Awards President Brown and General Manager Rodenberg presented Excellence in Service Awards for the first Quarter of 2022 as follows: Team Award: Grounds Department, James Moore, Aaron Harris, Travis Miles, James Leninger and Gary Chancellor Individual Award: Jamie McGuire, Special Projects Coordinator Individual Award: Thomas Van Dyke, Lead Truck Driver
LOWA Security Essentials: Part 1 of 2
Association News
Regular Board of Directors Meeting May 18, 2022 Unapproved Minutes 12:30 p.m., Community Center
Daily 7 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 7:30 AM daily Pools: Clubhouse: May 28-Aug. 9, daily, 11 AM-7 PM Sweetbriar: May 28-Aug. 9, daily (closed Weds), 1-8 PM
Maintenance Office: 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Marina/Gas Dock: May 31-Sept. 4: (Closed Mondays) Tues-Fri: noon-7 PM; Sat/Sun: 9:30 AM-5:30 PM 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily: 7 AM-7 PM Closed Wednesdays
Pickleball: Paul Jacobson, 630-715-5657 Outdoor Courts available 7 AM-11 PM Security/Front Gate: 540-972-2210 or 540-972-2020 LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM-11 PM Trash: LOW Compactor Site 540-672-9600 M, TU, TH, F, 7:30 AM-7 PM Sat 8 AM-5 PM; Sun 9 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays and holidays County Waste: 540-727-0887 Curbside trash recycling/collection: Wednesdays
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Association News Lake Currents June 3, 2022
Vegetation Management Program by Terri Bevers, Member Engagement Specialist, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative
What prior communication is there with a homeowner before a tree is cut down? The purpose of this work is to prevent power outages due to trees. 80% of outages at REC are directly related to trees, most of which are from outside our rights-of-ways and often appear healthy to the untrained eye. REC foresters are out ahead of the tree contractors to identify potential hazard trees by inspecting the crown, the base, the overall health, and other factors. When a tree is identified as a hazard, our foresters go to the front door and attempt to communicate with the homeowner face to face about any trees they identify as hazardous. If our forester is unable to reach someone at home during the day, they will leave informational door hangers so that the member can contact us and discuss the work. These trees are marked with colored ribbon to make them more visible to the homeowner. In maintained areas (lawns, landscapes, etc.), REC seeks approval from the homeowner before cutting down the trees. Foresters will follow up with any homeowners who do not return calls - multiple times - before scheduling the hazard trees to be taken down. In unmaintained areas (wooded), multiple attempts are also made to contact the property owner by phone before the tree is scheduled to be taken down. Sometimes it is difficult to obtain a current phone number. During this time, the foresters confirm if the homeowner needs any special considerations or advance notice before the tree is scheduled to be taken down. They also discuss the work specifications and explain how the trees will be left once the tree crew has completed work on the property (i.e., the wood is cut up into four-foot lengths and left on site). How does REC decide which trees need to be cut down? All REC foresters are professional arborists and have received specialized training in identifying hazard trees near utility facilities. Our foresters walk the rights-of-way examining every tree for signs of decline, decay, lean, or other factors which suggest the tree could be a potential hazard to REC power lines in the near future. Foresters are also looking for trees growing in the rights-of-way which may require significant pruning in order to not grow into the lines in the next five years. REC works with homeowners to determine what course of action is best for their trees. Sometimes it’s best to start fresh and plant a smaller growing tree under or near the power lines. Are there any recommendations for what members should do with the wood once a tree is cut down? Do you have any vendors that you can recommend? In maintained areas, REC instructs the tree contractors to cut all large wood into firewood length pieces, so it is easier for the tree owner to dispose of or to be offered as free firewood for neighbors. REC does not and cannot recommend any vendors for removal of wood. The most sustainable practice is for the wood to remain on site so as to prevent spread of disease, further use of fossil fuels, etc. How can members contact REC if they still have a tree that they feel needs to be cut down? Call the REC call center at 1-800-552-3904, and ask to create a service order for Vegetation Management. We will follow up with the homeowner about any trees they have questions about. Our foresters respond to these service orders within 7-10 business days. We communicate directly with the member through a door hanger, phone call/voicemail, or in person if they are able. Homeowners can also send an email message for vegetation management through the REC website or use the Smart HUB app. These requests will also have a service order created, which will be responded to within 7-10 business days.
Board Seeks Member Input on Amending Regulation I General, Regarding Complying with Posted Rules The Board of Directors is seeking member comment regarding proposed amendments Regulation I General, Regarding Complying with Posted Rules. Members who wish to provide comment or feedback should email the Board at Board@LOWA.org by June 17. What is proposed? The proposal adds generalized LANGUAGE TO THE rules. The GM also added the term “authorized occupant” anywhere “tenant” was mentioned as recommended by the Rules Committee. REGULATION REGARDING COMPLYING WITH POSTED
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Why? By requiring that members and their guests abide by posted rules in the common areas, it will help the GM and Security with enforcement. LOWA cannot possibly put every rule that would be posted on a sign at a common area into the regulations. Some regulation sections for amenities already require such compliance to posted rules. Examples are regulations for the swimming pools, Community Center and Fitness Center. Who proposed it? The General Manager proposed these amendments. The Rules Committee revised and recommended approval of the amendments. The LOWA Attorney revised the recommendation. What is the effect? The amendment will clarify that parties must comply with the posted rules even if they are not expressly included in the LOWA Regulations. [proposed amendments are shown below in bold and strike-thru]
Regulation I. General: Regarding Abiding by Posted Rules I.
GENERAL
A. The Restrictive Covenants and Articles of Incorporation of the Association authorize the Board of Directors of the Association to promulgate and enforce Regulations. The Articles also provide for a Legal and Compliance Committee to assist the Board of Directors in Regulations enforcement. B. A great deal of the effort which goes into making our community function well comes from committees and individual volunteers. Thus, the residents and other property owners play a large role in shaping and enforcing these Regulations. While the Regulations are enforceable through a system of fines and penalties, the best controls are achieved through the cooperation and participation of all residents and property owners. Therefore, recommendations for changes or additions to these Regulations are welcomed and encouraged. C. The use of LOWA amenities is authorized for property owners in good standing and their families, guests, registered tenants in good standing, authorized occupants, their families and guests and any individual or organization that has received the approval of the General Manager. All of the above-referenced parties must fully comply with abide by the Regulations and posted rules governing the use of the common areas and facilities. (2/5/2011) D. A Member is eligible to vote, use amenities and receive a membership card when all fees and service charges are paid in full. E. All persons using LOWA amenities and facilities do so at their own risk and LOWA assumes no responsibility for injury, damage or loss of property resulting from such use, whether officially open or not. (6/1996) F. Activity constituting, or resulting in, disturbing the peace in LOW is prohibited. G. Proper decorum must be observed by all persons for any activity in or on the common areas or common facilities of the community. Members may be assessed a charge for violations of the Restrictive Covenants and Rules and Regulations committed by themselves, their families, guests, and tenants orand authorized occupants, as well as guests of their tenants, or authorized occupants and/or their contractors and the contractors of their tenants, or authorized occupants while the contractors are within LOWA. Any person who engages in conduct that either (i) violates the Restrictive Covenants or Rules and Regulations for use of the common area or common facilities of the community, or (ii) is physically or verbally abusive, threatening or belligerent toward any other person in, on or around the common areas or common facilities of the community, or (iii) causes or creates a disturbance, nuisance, inconvenience, annoyance, or alarm or apprehension to any other person in, on or around the common areas or common facilities of the community, or (iv) endangers the person or property of any other person or LOWA in, on or around the common areas or common facilities of the community, or (v) compromises the health and safety of any other person in, on or around the common areas or common facilities of the community, is subject to sanctions by the General Manager or the General Manager’s designee including but not limited to citation, suspension of use that is reasonable under the circumstances (provided that any such suspension for more than one (1) month shall require the prior approval from the Board of Directors), and any other legal remedy available to the Board and/or the Association under the Restrictive Covenants, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and applicable laws. (8/19/20) H. Damage to LOWA property must be paid for by the members responsible for such damage, to include damage caused by their families, guests, their registered tenants and their families or their families’ guests orand authorized occupants. (2/5/2011) I.
Established fees or other charges must be paid by sponsoring members, their guests or their registered tenants, or authorized occupants. Members are responsible for the unpaid fees of their families or guests while using LOWA amenities. (2/5/2011)
[Section J – K remain unchanged]
The Board of Directors is seeking member comment regarding proposed amendments to Regulation X, Use of Lakes, regarding Prohibitions/Restrictions on Non-Conventional Watercraft, Wake Surfing, and Main Marina and Small Marina Piers Access and Use. Members who wish to provide comment or feedback should email the Board at Board@LOWA.org by June 17. What is proposed? The amendment makes the following changes: Defines conventional and non-conventional watercraft with the intent to clarify the Lakes are for conventional watercraft that are normally used on freshwater lakes and that meet applicable U.S. Coast Guard and Commonwealth of Virginia regulations. All others must be approved by the GM for experimental and demonstration purposes with $1 million in liability insurance. (See X.A.4.a-e on Page 7 and X.C.1.o. on Page 10.) The amendment clarifies that other watercraft operators should be considerate of wake surfing users on the centerline course and that wake boat operators are not allowed to tow other devices while in the wake enhancement configurations. (See X.C.1.n on Page 9.) Defines Main Marina and Small Marina Access and Use and limits access at both the Main Marina and Small Marina to slip renters and their invited guests. The GM also rearranged some of the requirements in Regulation X to better group the rules. (See Sections A.13, B.4 and D.)
Who proposed it? The GM drafted the initial amendment based on comments from the President, Lakes Chair, and Security Chief, with added wording from the Secretary. On March 21, the Lakes Committee voted to approve a modified version of the amendments that was further modified on April 2 by the Board. On May 4, the Safety and Security Committee voted to support with the April 2 version. On May 11, the Maintenance and Ecology Committee reviewed the amendments. The Rules Committee reviewed the amendments. The LOWA Attorney recommended changes which have been included. What is the effect? Members wishing to operate non-conventional watercraft on LOWA Lakes will need to request permission from the General Manager. Watercaft, other than wake boats operating in the wake enhancement configuration for the purposes of wake surfing will need to be considerate of wake surfers on the centerline course and wake boat operators are not allowed to tow other devices while in the wake enhancement configuration. Slip renters and their invited guests only will be permitted to access the Marinas. One More Thing! The Board is considering requiring use of engine cut-off switch links for motorized watercraft as an additional safety measure. Regulation X already requires use of links for PWCs that are so equipped. This added change might require all or just those so equipped. Possible amendment: The engine cut-off switch link must be used on motorized watercraft with three (3) or more horsepower and on PWCs while operating on plane or above displacement speed, if so equipped. A link can be either a tether, or an electronic wireless device. This is not in the current proposal but could be added to the final version. Please email your feedback to Board@LOWA.Org. [proposed amendments are shown as follows in bold and strike-thru]
X.
USE OF THE LAKES (Amended July 16, 2014) A.
WATERCRAFT OPERATIONS AND USAGE.
1. For the purpose of this Regulation the following terms and definitions apply: a. “Watercraft” includes “motorized”, “personal”, “sail” and “nonmotorized” means of water transportation capable of carrying one or more passengers. b. “Motorized Watercraft” includes all gasoline, diesel, or electric inboard, outboard, or inboard-outboard motorboats, pontoon boats, sailboats (when motorized), fibertoons or deck boats capable of carrying one or more persons, of types normally used on freshwater lakes and meeting applicable U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and Commonwealth of Virginia regulations. c. “Personal Watercraft” (PWC) includes watercraft that are powered by jet pumps, and that persons kneel, or sit on, rather than inside the watercraft. . PWCs are operated by one person, and often have seating space for others. Some models have seating for up to four riders (including the operator). d. “Sail Watercraft” includes all watercraft powered by wind such as sailboats, sunfish and windsurfers capable of carrying one or more passengers. e. “Non-Motorized Watercraft” includes all human-powered watercraft powered propelled by paddles, oars, or pedals, including canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, row boats, and shells/ sculls, and that are capable of carrying one or more persons. f. “Other Recreational Water Equipment” includes all items that are solely human powered by users standing, sitting, kneeling or lying on the equipment such as, but not limited to, water slides, platforms, trampolines, inflatable rafts, hydro/aqua-bikes and stand-up paddleboards (SUPs). g. “Conventional Watercraft” means watercraft specified in Regulation X.A.4.a. h. “Non-Conventional Watercraft” means watercraft specified in Regulation X.A.4.d. i. “Main Lake” means the body of water bounded by Veterans’ Dam to Flat Run and includes all coves. j. “No Wake Zone” means the areas of water from the shoreline to designated “No Wake” buoys and includes all coves. The remainder of the Main Lake is considered a “Wake Zone”. k. “No Wake Speed” means the slowest possible speed required for maintaining or achieving steerage and headway. l. (Small Lake” (aka, Keaton’s Lake or Fishing Lake) means the body of water bounded by Keaton’s Dam and Keaton’s Run located in Section 13. This entire lake is considered a No Wake Zone. m. “Cove” means a body of water extending from the Main Lake more than 100 feet from the No Wake buoy towards the shoreline. n. “Beach” means the any common area or recreational facility space so designated by LOWA and includes the bulkheads, sand and grass areas. o. “Starboard” means the right side of the watercraft when standing inside looking toward the bow/front of the watercraft. p. “Port” means the left side of the watercraft when standing inside looking toward the bow/front of the watercraft. q. “Certified Operator” shall means a person who has passed the Lake of the Woods Boat Operator’s Safety Course. r. “Skiers “or “Tubers” are persons being towed behind a watercraft on a device or apparatus which has no capability for selfpropulsion, such as water skis, tubes or other similar devices. This includes wake surfers. (2/1/20) s. “High Traffic Times” is are defined as weekends (Saturday and Sundays) and holidays from Memorialfrom the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend Saturday through the Monday of Labor Day Monday between 10:00 a.m. and sunset. (4/21/21) t. “Wake surfing” is a water sport in which a rider trails behind a motorized watercraft, riding the watercraft’s wake without being directly pulled by the watercraft. (2/1/20) u. “Wakeboarding” is a watersport in which a rider, standing on a short board with foot bindings, is towed behind a motorized watercraft, riding and jumping the watercraft’s wake. (5/1/21) v. “Wake Boat” is any watercraft operating above No Wake Speed while deploying one or more wake-enhancement devices, such as ballast, wedges, or gates, for the purpose of creating larger wakes than if such devices were not deployed. (5/1/21)
Lake Currents June 3, 2022
Why? With advances in technology, the possibility of seeing unconventional watercraft and devices is more and more likely. President Pete Brown has identified the seabreacher watercraft that can submerge and then launch itself into the air as a potential new technology watercraft for our Lakes. The amendment also clarifies that other watercraft may boat near the centerline course provided that they are considerate of those using it for wake surfing. Lastly the amendment limits access to both marinas to slip renters and their invited guests to help prevent vandalism, theft, or accidental damage to boats.
Regulation X. Non-Conventional Watercraft and Wake Surfing Course Restrictions And Main Marina and Small Marina Piers Access and Use
Association News
Board Seeks Member Input on Amending Regulation X, Use of Lakes, Regarding Prohibitions/ Restrictions on Non-Conventional Watercraft, Wake Surfing, and Main Marina and Small Marina Piers Access and Use
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Association News Lake Currents June 3, 2022
Regulation X from p. 5 2. WATERCRAFT OPERATIONS a. All persons operating any watercraft on LOWA Lakes are subject to the rules and regulations of LOWA. b. No person shall will operate, or supervise the operation of, any watercraft or manipulate water skis, towable or similar devices while using or under the influence of alcohol, narcotics, barbiturates, or other intoxicating substances. c. No person under the age of fourteen (14) years shall will operate any watercraft having more than ten (10) horsepower unless under the onboard direct supervision of a certified adult operator. Onboard direct supervision occurs when a person maintains close visual and verbal contact with, provides adequate direction to, and can immediately assume control from the operator of the watercraft. d. No person shall will operate a PWC nor shall will the owner or any person having control authorize or knowingly permit a person to operate a PWC, unless the operator is at least sixteen (16) years of age. Exception: Any person who is at least fourteen(14) years of age may operate a PWC if 1) He/she can show proof to LOWA Security, on the scene, of having successfully completed a Boating Safety Education Course approved by the Director of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, and 2) He/she has passed the LOWA Boat Operator’s Safety Short Course. e. No person under the age of eighteen (18) shall be allowed to will operate a watercraft that is towing people, whether skiers or person(s) on any towed device. f. The motor/engine of any watercraft must be stopped during the pickup, loading, or unloading of any person(s) from the water. g. Watercraft moving in close proximity to a designated swimming area will must exercise extreme care to ensure safe passage. h. All motorized watercraft must keep a one hundred (100) foot clearance from other watercraft when exceeding No Wake Speed. h. No watercraft carrying one or more persons on-board or towed behind will be operated without an operator physically on-board and at the controls. i. No powered watercraft of any size will be operated through the use of any driverless or remote operator feature. This restriction does not apply to Radio Controlled (RC) small-scale sailboats or electric-powered model boats (less than 60 inches long overall). 3. PROHIBITED WATERCRAFT OPERATIONS. No person shall will operate any watercraft and no skier shall will manipulate any skis in a reckless, erratic, or negligent manner so as to endanger the life, limb, or property of any person. The following actions are prohibited:
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a. Operating a motorized watercraft that follows directly behind a skier or person(s) on a towed device at a distance of less than three hundred (300) feet. Following driversOperators of such a following watercraft should must position their watercraft in a path parallel to the lead watercraft’s path and one hundred (100) feet to the side to avoid the skier(s) should they position themselves outside the wake of their watercraft. Cutting in front of any other watercraft at a distance of less than three hundred (300) feet when operating outside the No Wake Zones. Operating a towing watercraft in a manner that causes persons using skis to land directly onto the shore, beach, or pier. Operating a watercraft or manipulating a towed device to purposely maneuver toward any other watercraft or person(s) and veer away at the last moment. Operating a watercraft, except sailboats, while any occupant is sitting on the bow or gunwale of the watercraft or on the back of the driver’s seat and moving in excess of No Wake Speed. All occupants of a pontoon/fibertoon/deck boat must remain inside the watercraft’s railings when moving in excess of No Wake Speed. Operating or manipulating any watercraft towing a skier(s) into or out of any cove, access area, or other restricted areas marked by warning buoys at greater than No Wake Speed. Operating a motorized watercraft closer at a distance of less than one hundred (100) feet from shoreline unless at No Wake Speed. Operating a motorized watercraft at a distance of less than one hundred (100) feet from other watercraft when exceeding No Wake Speed. Intentionally dropping or leaving a ski in the water at High Traffic Times, thereby causing a hazard to other watercraft or persons. A ski may be dropped only in the area between seventy-five (75) feet and one hundred (100) feet from shore and for no more than five minutes. No ski shall will be dropped in the mouth of a cove. Running a watercraft while another person(s) is in the water hanging on to any part of the watercraft. Subsections a, f, g, h, and iI do not apply to boat operators and skiers participating in USA Water Ski sanctioned Ski Club practices, competitions, or exhibitions.
l. Ski Club practices, competitions, or exhibitions involving acts of an extraordinary nature require prior written permission from the General Manager based on a recommendation from the Lakes Committee. 4.
WATERCRAFT RESTRICTIONS
a. All watercraft shall meet applicable U.S. Coast Guard and Commonwealth of Virginia regulations Only watercraft and recreational water equipment normally used on freshwater lakes and meeting applicable and Commonwealth of Virginia regulations will be used on the Lakes, specifically: (1) Motorized watercraft (See A.1.b) (2) Non-motorized watercraft (See A.1.e) (3) Deck Boats/Ski Boats (See A.4.b and c) (4) Pontoon or Fibertoon Boats (See A.4.b) (5) Sailboats (non-motorized or motorized) (See A.1. b. and d) (6) Personal Watercraft (PWC) (See A.1.c) (7) Other Recreational Water Equipment (See A.1.f) b. Only electrically powered Motorized Watercraft, Non-Motorized Sail Watercraft or Non-Motorized Watercraft (See X.A.1.) are permitted on Keaton’s Lake. Gasoline, diesel, or similarly powered watercraft, regardless of engine deployment/utilization, are prohibited except for official lakes Lakes management Management operations of LOWA and its agents. c. Motorized watercraft, including deck boats, and sail watercraft are limited to less than twenty-two (22) feet in length, exclusive of motors. pontoon Pontoon and fibertoon boats shall beare limited to twenty-five (25) feet or less in overall length. This Regulation does not affect any watercraft registered prior to May 1, 1999. d. Hovercraft, airboats, stand up/kneeling type jet skis, hydroplanes, parasails, submersibles, electric foils, or any other nonconventional watercraft and devices, including but not limited to those listed below, are prohibited on any LOWA Lake unless they have been evaluated and approved in accordance with 4.e below: (1) Submersible type watercraft that can travel underwater and/or launch out of the water into the air (2) Electric Foils and similar motorized Surf or Paddle boards (3) Any new watercraft or water sports technology that might be developed in the future. (4) Any remote operation or control technologies rendering a full-size watercraft or PWC (motorized or otherwise capable of carrying one or more persons) driverless. e. The determination of whether a watercraft is authorized or prohibited on any LOWA Lake will be in the discretion of the LOWA Board of Directors or the General Manager. The Board of Directors or General Manager may require an evaluation in order to make such aa determination and may take into account recommendations from the Lakes Committee and the Safety and Security Committee. Watercraft shall will NOT be used for overnight fd. accommodation. Only toilets having a removable waste container (i.e., porta-potty style) are allowed on watercraft in LOW. Waste may will not be emptied into the lake but must be properly disposed of in a toilet ashore. Seaplanes shall must NOT land or take off from any LOW Lake. ge. Racing of motorized watercraft is prohibited. hf. All watercraft using the lakes after sunset and before ig. sunrise shall must be equipped with AND required to use proper navigational lights. A watercraft under oars shall must have an electric light or lantern showing a white light which shall will be exhibited in sufficient time to prevent collision. No other lights, including white docking lights, which could impair the visibility of approaching watercraft, shallwill be illuminated. White docking lights mustay t be turned on when nearing a dock to tie up. Watercraft requiring the use of trailers for transportation to or j.h from the lakes mustay be launched only from authorized LOWA facilities. k.i All marina launching ramps willshall be used on a first-come, first served basis. Non-motorized watercraft, e.g., canoes, kayaks, rowboats l. m. and windsurfers, may be launched from lakefront lots or LOWA Beaches, but mustay not be left on the sand at any LOWA Beach. Motorized watercraft with internal combustion engines without m. k underwater exhaust vents or that have not been otherwise adequately muffled to reduce excessive noise are prohibited on the lakes. Watercraft testing demonstrations may be performed at n. l the specific request of a LOWA member in good standing or registered tenant/authorized occupant. All demonstrations must be performed under the direct supervision of the member
See Regulation X p. 7
or registered tenant/authorized occupant. The watercraft must be registered with LOWA on a temporary basis with fee for such demonstration set annually by the Board of Directors. Temporary registration is valid for 24 hours. This fee willshall be applied against the annual registration fee if the demonstrated watercraft is then registered by the member in good standing or registered tenant/authorized occupant. Other Recreational Water Equipment is restricted for use o.m only in the No Wake Zones of the Main Lake and the entirety of Keaton’s Lake. Aquatic Invasive Species Control. A member or registered p.n tenant/authorized occupant who owns a watercraft must obtain from Lake of the Woods its approved pamphlet on aquatic invasive species and sign a statement acknowledging that he or she has read the pamphlet and agrees to take measures to ensure aquatic invasive species do not enter the Lakes, and are thoroughly removed from watercraft, trailers, and related equipment and gear each time such watercraft, trailers, and related equipment and gear are immersed in waters outside LOW.(See X.D.5) 5.
HOURS OF OPERATION
a. Both lakes may be used 24 hours per day except that PWC shall will NOT be operated after sunset and before 7:00 a.m. b. The time of sunset shall will be as published by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Water skiing and towing of people on other devices is only dc. allowed between 7:00 a.m. and sunset. 6. TRAFFIC DIRECTION. All motorized watercraft shall must proceed in a counterclockwise (CCW) direction around the Wake Zone unless they are travelling at No Wake Speed within 50 feet of the shoreline. Exceptions to this CCW rule may be made forThis CCW rule does not apply when retrieving a towed person or in connection with USA Water Ski sanctioned practices, competitions, or exhibitions. SPEED LIMITS a. A person shall will not operate a watercraft so as to exceed a reasonable speed under the circumstances and traffic conditions existing at the time. The maximum allowable speed in the Wake Zone shall beis thirty-six (36) mph. Operators of watercraft in USA Water Ski sanctioned practices, competitions, or exhibitions are exempt from this section of this regulation. The maximum allowable speed on the Small Lake shall be is five (5) mph. b. From sunset to 7:00 a.m. the maximum allowable speed in the Wake Zone of the Lake shall beis ten (10) mph. (3/19/20) c. Watercraft are prohibited from operating at greater than No Wake Speed when in coves or within one hundred (100) feet of the shoreline, beaches, piers, boat ramps, or people in the water. This restriction does not prohibit the pulling of a skier with a rope of less than one hundred (100) feet. d. When an operator’s vision is obscured by fog, heavy rain, or other conditions, the watercraft shall must be operated at reduced speed such that the watercraft can be stopped, if necessary, within one-half the distance the operator is able to see ahead. In addition, motorized watercraft shall must sound the required signal, one blast of a device meeting X.B.4.f of four to six seconds every two minutes. Sail watercrafts shall must sound a signal of one blast of a device meeting X.B.4.f of four to six seconds plus two one-second blasts every two minutes. 8.
MOORING
a. Watercraft shall must be moored at the property, piers, bulkheads, or beaches of the owner or at the two LOWA marinas. This applies as well to Renters tenants/authorized occupants of lakefront properties and renterstenants/authorized occupants who have leased dock space from lakefront property owners shall have similar authorization. b. Mooring or tying up of a watercraft to any LOWA beach, bulkhead, riprap, picnic areas, shoreline vegetation, or parking lot is NOT permitted. Sail watercraft may be beached at the clubhouse cove Sailing Beach. Non-motorized and sail watercraft are permitted to land at LOWA beaches but may must not be left on the sand. c. Watercraft shall must not be anchored in the Main Lake except in coves, or for observation of LOWA July 4th fireworks, observation of community events on Clubhouse Point, participation in sailboat events or in case of emergencies. d. Temporary anchoring of motorized watercraft in coves is allowed but must be a minimum of 75 feet from the shoreline or
9. BUOYS a. Watercraft owners and operators shall must familiarize themselves with and adhere to the meaning and intent of all markings on the buoys. b. Tampering with, tying up to, or holding onto any buoy is prohibited, except those specified by LOWA. c. Boaters shall must not change the positions of buoys. Out-ofplace buoys should be reported to LOWA Security. 10. RIGHT OF WAY a. When two motorized watercraft approach each other head on or nearly so, each shall must turn to Starboard and pass Port to Port. When two motorized watercraft approach each other, but it is clear that each watercraft is so far from the other that no collision hazard exists, they may pass on either side. b. When two motorized watercraft approach each other in a crossing situation, the watercraft which has the other on the Starboard side is the give-way watercraft (must stay clear and slow down if necessary). When taking action to stay out of the way, the giveway watercraft shall must make early and substantial maneuvers so that its intentions are clear. The other watercraft is the standon watercraft (must hold course and speed). If the stand-on watercraft finds itself so close that collision cannot be avoided by action of the give-way watercraft alone, the operator shall must take such action as will best aid to avoid collision and give the danger signal (five or more short blasts). c. Motorized watercraft entering the wake zone from the No Wake Zone are tomust give way to watercraft that are following the Main Lake counterclockwise pattern. d. An overtaking situation exists when a watercraft comes up with another watercraft from any direction more than 22.5 degrees to the rear of the beam of the other watercraft. The overtaking watercraft may pass on either side of the overtaken watercraft but must keep out of the way of the overtaken watercraft and, if operating above No Wake Speed, not come closer than 100 feet when passing. The overtaken watercraft shall must maintain its course and speed and shall must not attempt to cross the bow or crowd in upon the course of the overtaking watercraft. e. Sail Watercraft. (1) When two sail watercraft meet and both watercraft have the wind on the same side, the windward watercraft (watercraft upwind of the other) shall must give way to the downwind (leeward) watercraft. (2) When two sail watercraft meet and both watercraft have the wind on different sides, the watercraft with the wind on its port side shall must give way to the other watercraft. (3) When two sail watercraft meet and a watercraft with the wind on its port side cannot determine whether the windward watercraft has the wind on the port or starboard, it shall must give way to the other watercraft. f. Sail watercraft have the right of way over motorized watercraft unless they meet a watercraft which is broken down or restricted in its ability to maneuver or they are the overtaking watercraft. Sail watercraft shall must exercise special caution when entering the Wake Zone from a cove. Any watercraft operating under both sail and power is classified as a motorized watercraft. g. Non-motorized watercrafts have the right of way over watercraft under power and sail watercraft. h. Any disabled watercraft or watercraft under tow has the right of way over ALL other watercraft. i. All watercraft operators are responsible for knowing and following the applicable navigational rules.
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designated swimming areas except when mooring to a LOWA designated buoy or in emergencies. Such temporary anchoring is limited to daylight hours only and should not exceed four hours. In addition, no watercraft shall will be anchored in a position which impedes access to any dock. e. Temporary mooring is allowed at the Clubhouse, Small Marina piers, and the LOWA fuel facility.
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Regulation X from p. 6
11. REPORTING WATERCRAFT ACCIDENTS. Every operator of a watercraft involved in an accident or collision shall must stop, offer assistance, contact LOWA Security, and give his/her name, address, phone number and identification of his watercraft in writing to any person injured and to the owner of any property damaged. Operators of all watercraft involved are required by law to file a formal, written report of the boating accident with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources when there is: a. Damage over $2,000 to the watercraft or its equipment, b. Injury requiring medical help beyond First Aid or loss of life and/or,
See Regulation X p. 8
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Regulation X from p. 7 c. Disappearance of any person from a watercraft. 12.
TEMPORARY RESTRICTIONS OR SUSPENSIONS OF LAKE USE The General Manager may restrict or suspend use of a certain portion of a Lake (1) in an emergency, (2) when life or property is threatened, or (3) to otherwise protect health, safety, or property, such as, by way of example, during a LOWA-approved special event on common areas adjacent to the Lakes, for a period of time necessary to reasonably address the concern. Any such restriction or suspension exceeding five (5) days shall requires approval of the Board of Directors. During the period of restriction or suspension, no Watercraft watercraft shall will be operated, or no activity pursued in violation of the restriction or suspension. (11/7/15)
13. General Manager Waivers. The General Manager may waive the rules for shows, tournaments, exhibitions, LOW Ski Club practices, hours of operation, landing on beaches and ski take-off areas. B. WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION AND SLIP/RACK RENTAL REQUIREMENTS. 1. DECALS. All watercraft shall must be registered with LOWA. Each fiscal year, LOWA registration decals shall must be purchased. Two decals will be issued and shall must be attached on the port and starboard sides of the hull at the forward end of the watercraft so that the decal is clearly visible. The decals must be placed within six (6) inches from the Commonwealth assigned watercraft number, if displayed. Decals must be affixed to watercraft in the water, on canoes and kayaks on LOWA racks or in the designated Dry Sail Parking area by 11:59pm on May 1 each year.
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2. REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS. Watercraft registrants shall must present the following documentation at the time of initial registration:
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a. Current LOWA membership or registered tenant/authorized occupant ID. b. Evidence of ownership of watercraft or lease agreement. c. Evidence of the horsepower of the motor and length of watercraft. d. Registrants of motorized watercraft of over 25 horsepower shall must carry watercraft liability of no less than $500,000 per accident or show proof of homeowner or renter personal liability insurance of no less than $500,000 per accident. So long as Registrants show written proof of watercraft liability coverage satisfactory to the Board, umbrella insurance policies may be used by Registrants towards meeting the $500,000 requirement. Registrants shall must certify that the required limits of insurance will be maintained and in effect for the entire fiscal year. (2/1/20) (Effective March 1, 2020) e. Registrants of non-motorized watercraft and motorized watercraft of 25 horsepower or less shall must carry homeowner or renter personal liability insurance of at least $100,000 per accident. Registrants certify that the required limits of insurance will be maintained and in effect for the entire fiscal year. f. For subsequent annual registrations of the same watercraft, the owner shall must bring a current LOWA membership or registered tenant/authorized occupant ID and shall must execute an affidavit that none of the specific information about the watercraft has changed from the prior registration, and that the required limits of insurance will be maintained and in effect for the entire fiscal year. If there are any changes, the registration process must be completed in accordance with Subsection 2. g. Watercraft registered in accordance with above Regulations shall maywill not be subleased or rented for use at LOW. h. An individual sale of a watercraft does not transfer a vested right of operation for that watercraft on LOW water. i. Prior to initial registration or watercraft testing, every prospective registrant shall must certify that he/she has read and agrees to abide by all the Lake Regulations set forth herein, and to any other Regulations as may be adopted by the LOWA Board of Directors. j. Hovercraft, airboats, stand up/kneeling type jet skis, hydroplanesor any other nonconventional watercraft are prohibited on any LOWA Lake. k. If in the opinion of the LOWA Board of Directors or the General Manager the preceding paragraphs include or exclude a watercraft or water sport activity of questionable nature, then the Board of Directors or General Manager may request a demonstration in order to make a determination of inclusion or exclusion. l.j. No watercraft shall will be placed or operated on the lakes unless it displays current LOWA registration decals. Invited guests participating in a Sailing Regatta sponsored by the LOW Sailing Club are exempt from this requirement. The Commonwealth of Virginia and LOWA shall have the mk. right tomay stop and cite watercraft operators and owners for infractions of their respective Regulations.
3. SAFETY COURSE CERTIFICATION. All persons operating a powered watercraft of ten (10) HP or more or PWC must be certified by passing the LOWA Boat Operator’s Safety Course unless they are under the onboard direct supervision of a certified operator. Onboard direct supervision occurs when a certified person maintains close visual and verbal contact with, provides adequate direction to, and can immediately assume control from the operator of the watercraft. Operators of powered watercraft of less than ten (10) HP, operators of non-motorized watercraft, and users of other recreational water equipment are not required to complete the LOWA Boat Operator’s Safety Course. a. A person who has satisfactorily completed the Virginia Boating Safety Education course may be certified by passing the LOWA Boat Operator’s Safety Short Course. b. A person eligible to take the LOWA Boat Operator’s Safety Course must be a LOWA member, a registered tenant/ authorized occupant, or be sponsored by a member or registered tenant/authorized occupant. c. LOWA shall will maintain a record of all people who have been certified by satisfactorily completing the LOWA Boat Operator’s Test. The boat operator’s boating privileges may be temporarily suspended by the Board of Directors if found guilty of multiple watercraft violations within a 12-month period. (8/3/2019) 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 is strictly prohibited. (6/5/2019) 54. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. All watercraft shall must be equipped with safety equipment in compliance with U.S. Coast GuardUSCG and Commonwealth of Virginia regulations. a. All watercraft occupants (operators and passengers) must have available, in the watercraft, a U.S. Coast GuardUSCG-approved (Type I, II, III or V) personal flotation device. This includes U.S. Coast GuardUSCG approved inflatable life vests. All watercraft 16 feet in length or longer shall must also carry at least one USCG approved Type IV throwable flotation device (ring buoy or seat cushion). b. Children under the age of 13 shall must wear a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) USCG-approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) on all watercraft when underway. A PFD shall must be worn by all persons operating or riding a PWC; and by all persons engaged in towed watersport activities (skiing or , tubing, etc.); and by all persons occupying a “Non-Motorized Watercraft” when operating outside the No Wake Zone on the Main Lake. . All other operators/passengers on each of the above watercraft regardless of area of operation are strongly encouraged, but not required, to wear PFDs. c. When non-motorized watercraft are operating beyond the No Wake Zones, all passengers are required to wear USCG approved PFDs. d. Other Recreational Water Equipment users are not required to wear PFDs; however, stand up paddleboards (SUPs) users are required to carry PFDs on board. e. All motorized watercraft shall must carry at least one handportable fire extinguisher that is U.S. Coast Guard approved and is readily accessible. f. All watercraft shall must carry a whistle, horn, or other device capable of making an audible blast of 4 (four) seconds duration that can be heard within zero point five (0.5) miles. g. The manufacturer’s specified passenger-carrying capacity of the watercraft shall must NOT be exceeded. h. The cut-off switch lanyard must be used if the PWC is equipped with one.
See Regulation X p. 11
Wednesday, June 29 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, Zoom.
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Finance: 6/6, 2 PM, CC External Affairs: 6/6, 4 PM, CC Fitness: 6/7, 3 PM, CC Clubhouse: 6/8, 1 PM, CH ECC: 6/9, 9 AM, WC M&E: 6/9, 3 PM, CC Fareways: 6/10, 2 PM, WC Honor Awards: 6/10, 1 PM, CC Nominating: 6/14, 11 AM, WC Equestrian: 6/14, 1:30 PM, CC Pools/Activities: 6/14, 7 PM, CC LCC Meeting: 6/15, 7:30 PM, CC LCC Hearing: 6/15, 8 PM, CC Lakes: 6/20, 7 PM, CC • Board Meetings: View online at www.LOWA.org/Videos. To join the Zoom meeting, visit www. LOWA.org/BoardAgendas, for Zoom link. Member Log-in Required. For assistance with logging on to the website call 540-972-2278. For assistance accessing Zoom meeting call 540-972-9680 or email ZoomHelp@LOWA.org.
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Saturday, June 4 7-9 PM Line Dancing in the Park (SB Pavilion), all welcome. Info: 540-972-9680.
C al endar of Ev ent s SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change) Location
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Sunday, June 5 9 AM Hunter Horse Show (EQ). Info: 540-972-2238.
Day
9:15-10 AM
M, W, F
Linda 540-412-5795
Monday, June 6 2 PM LOW Arts Club (CC). Info: lakeofthewoodsarts.com.
Basketball Seniors 50+
CC
11:30 AM-1:30 PM
F
Al.goodwyn@gmail.com
Dance Night
CC
7-9 PM
1st TH
FB: LOW Dance Night
FC
12:30 PM
M, TU, TH
Alison 703-347-5280
Wednesday, June 8 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC), Zoom. Info: 540-972-2214. 4-8 PM Section Meet & Greet at Clubhouse Lounge, Sections 5 & 14. Info: 540-972-2221.
Line Dancing
LLCH
4-7 PM
SU
Christine 703-674-7451
Pickleball Lessons
CC
10:10-11:45 AM
TH
Renee 703-405-7687
Praise & Worship Dance
LOWC-WC
10 AM-12:30 PM
SA, M
Sonja 540-972-1734
Senior Softball 50+
HF
9 AM
F
Barry 540-972-8964
FC
12 PM
W
Alison 703-347-5280
Saturday, June 11 9-11 AM Tennis Social (HF Courts), $2 plus brunch item, all welcome. Info: Val 540-972-7975. 11 AM-2 PM LOW Republicans Club Flag Day Family Picnic (SB Pavilion). Info: drogers73@msn.com. 5 PM LOW Democratic Club Picnic (CC). Reserve: lowdemocrats.org. 5-8 PM Good Time Cruise In (LG Town Center), free. Info: www. goodtime-cruisers.webs.com.
Square Dancers Club
CC
7:30-9:30 PM
2nd/ 4th/5th F
Dick 703-298-6254
Forever Fit
$
Stretch and Flex
CC
8:30-9:15 AM
M, W, F
Frances 540-972-5435
Walkers & Joggers Club
Varies
9 AM
M, W, SA
Diane 540-388-2930
Walkers Meetup Group
LLCH, p. lot
8 AM
M-F
Vassaatthelake@gmail.com
Water Fitness (seasonal)
CH Pool
9 AM & 10 AM
M, W, F
Carol 540-972-6739
9:15 AM (varies)
SA
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Yoga
FC
Yoga Gentle
$
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10:30 AM
W
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Chair
$
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10:30 AM
M
Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Flow
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9 AM
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Rebekah 908-358-8406
ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change) Location Time Day
Saturday, June 18 6 AM LOW Anglers Fishing Tournament (CH Dock). Info: www. LOWAngler.webs.com. 9-11 AM LYF Children’s Fishing Tournament (Front Pond). Register: www.lakeyouth.org. 9 AM-4 PM Wounded Veterans Adaptive Ski Event (CH Dock). Info: www.AdaptiveWatersports.org. 7-9 PM Pool Party at Clubhouse Pool. Info: 540-972-9680.
CH
9:30 AM
3rd M
Carolyn 540-972-3306
Bridge, Sunday Duplicate
WC
7 PM
SU
Joe 540-972-8052
Bridge, Wed Ladies
WC
9 AM-3 PM
W
Betty 548-2112
Bridge, Friday
CC
1-4 PM
F
Toby 540-972-8251
Bocce Club
CC, Rm. 1
7 PM
3rd TH
Dirk 540-402-5557 Lowbocce@gmail.com
Book Club, LOW
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1 PM
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Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
Charles 540-972-2401 Maureen 540-972-7010
Craft Group
LOWC
9:30-11:45 AM
TU
Debra 540-399-1210
DAR Susannah Chandler
CC
1 PM
2nd SA
Betty Larson 540-661-7202
Democratic Club
CC
1 PM
2nd W
Kerry 540-220-8547
Friends of Wildlife (FOWL)
CC
7 PM
4th W
FB: livingwithwildlifeatlow
Fun Bunch 55+
CC
10 AM-1 PM
TU
John 540-972-5611
Garden Club
CH
12:30 PM
2nd M
Happy Tails Dog Club
Move Out & New Construction Cleaning
Litter Pick-up in LOW
Around LOW
9 AM
3rd SA
LOW Arts
CC
2 PM
1st M
Terry 760-459-9213
LOW Hooks & Needles
CC
9-11 AM
TH
Sharon 540-812-5652
LOW Lions Club
CH
6:30 PM
3rd TH
Linda 571-328-9247
LOW Players
CC
7 PM
2nd W
Dave 540-972-6289
Mahjongg
CC
1-4 PM
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Debby 540-412-5240
Mothers of Preschoolers
LOWC, Founders
9:15 AM
1st /3rd W
Kristen, mops@lowchurch.org
Photography Club, LOW
CC
7 PM
4th M
Jen Heinz 703-508-1104
Pick & Sing
WC
6:30 PM
2nd /4th TU
FB Groups/lowpickandsing
Republican Club, LOW
CC
7 PM
2nd M
Dave 703-618-3658
Veterans Club
LLCH
7 PM
4th TH
Mike 571-235-5313
CC
7 PM
4th TU
Glynn 703-625-3849
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Woodworkers Club
Jan 540-972-1630
Donalda 540-412-2857/Jan 540-755-2696
Renee 703-405-7687
Pickleball Club FREE ESTIMATES
Jan 540-972-1630 info@happytailsdogclub.net
LOW Lioness Club
Residential, Commercial & Rental
Karen 540 972 9043
Civic Club Meeting Closet Quilters
LLC
540-972-9284 Kurt 703-401-8592
Childhelp Auxiliary
Monday, June 20 LOWA Offices closed LOW Trash Compactor closed
Contact
AARP Meeting
Chess Club
Sunday, June 19 Happy Father’s Day Juneteenth
T&M Cleaning
$
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Tuesday, June 14 7 PM LOW Republican Club Meeting (CC). Info: drogers73@ msn.com.
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Monday, June 13 1 PM LOW Garden Club Meeting (CH).
LOW Community
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Aerobics
Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page
Regulation X from p. 8 a. Watercraft Slips (1) Only LOWA members/ or registered tenants/authorized occupants in good standing may rent a slip. (2) Watercraft slips shall will be assigned by LOWA on a first-come, first-served basis. (3) Once the slip is assigned, the renter shall must pay his/ her renewal fee annually by May 1. (4) A slip renter shall will not sublet, assign, or transfer mooring rights. (5) Reassignments to fill vacancies shall will be made by LOWA from its first-come, first-served waiting list. (6) A deposit fee of fifty (50) dollars, applied toward the first year’s annual rental cost, is required for placement on the waiting list. The deposit fee is non-refundable except in cases of withdrawal of a slip request prior to notification of a slip’s availability. (7) Watercraft slips revert to LOWA if: (a) The current renter does not pay his/her re-rental fee by May 1; or (b) The current renter violates the above restrictions. b. Canoe and Kayak Rack Spaces (1)
76. DRY SAIL PARKING AREA. a. Only LOWA members in good standing or/registered tenants/ authorized occupants may rent a dry sail parking space. b. Spaces shall will be assigned by LOWA on a first-come, firstserved basis; the previous year’s renter has first option for renewal. c. Once the space is assigned, the renter shall must pay the renewal and decal fees annually by May 1. d. All watercraft in a dry sail space must display both a current Dry Sail Parking sticker and a current LOWA watercraft decal. (See X.B.1.).
C. WATER SPORTS ACTIVITIES. (5/1/21) 1. WATER SKIING/TUBING/WAKE SURFING/WAKE BOARDING. a. Skiers or other towed persons shall will NOT be permitted to take off from or land on any beach or pier. b. During High Traffic tTimes (see A. 5.c.) , no person shall maywill operate a towing watercraft to pull any person(s) on water skis, tube(s), wake board(s), wake surfing boards (whether towed or not), or similar devices unless there is in/on the watercraft (in addition to the operator) a person actually observing the progress of the person(s) being towed. This observer must be at least 12 years of age. In the case of PWCs, the observer must be seated backward. At other times towing is permitted without an observer if the watercraft is equipped with a suitable, marine-grade, wideangle rear view mirror. Personal watercraft must have two (2) mirrors, at least 2 ½ by 4 inches each. (5/1/21) c. Ski flag. All watercraft operations involving skiers, tubers or wake boarders on a towable device shall must have a ski flag readily available. This flag shall must be a red or orange flag measuring no less than 12 inches on each side in the shape of a square or rectangle, secured to a pole or shaft at least two feet long. (5/1/21) (1) The ski flag shall must be mounted or displayed in such a manner as to be visible from every direction when: (a) A skier, tuber or wake boarder is down, or a rider has fallen; or Or (b) A skier, tuber or wake boarder is in the water and preparing to ski, tube, or wake board. (2) The ski flag shall must not be displayed at any other time. (3) The use of this flag will not be construed as conferring any rights or privileges on its users. Operators of watercraft in the vicinity willmust, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated. d. All watercraft operators who tow skiers and floatable devices shall must know and ensure their spotters and skiers/riders understand and use a set of hand signals to communicate between the watercraft and the skiers. Passengers shall must remain seated when a watercraft is towing a skier or people on other devices. e. Skiing and towed activities at greater than No Wake Speed shall be are prohibited within one hundred (100) feet of shorelines or in areas marked with “No Wake” buoys, and will be confined to the area of the wake zone. f. At High Traffic Times when two or more skiers/tubers/wake boarders are being towed by one watercraft and one of the skiers/tubers/wake boarders fall, the other skier(s), tubers, wake boarders shall must drop his or her towline immediately. (5/1/21) g. All persons being towed by watercraft shall must wear a U.S. Coast GuardUSCG-approved (Type I, II or III) flotation device or a Type V flotation device designed for the activity such as a ski vest. Inflatable vests shall maymust not be used for skiing or tubing. The use of flotation belts alone shall only be is only permitted when using “trick skis” while an observer is in the watercraft, and it is traveling less than nineteen (19) mph. “Trick and Jump skis” are considered as skis less than forty-four (44) inches in length with no fin. h. When any skier, tuber or wake boarder falls, the operator shall must immediately go to No Wake Speed and turn around on as small a radius as possible to return to the downed skier, tuber, or wake boarder. The operator must attempt to follow the reverse course on the return to the fallen skier, tuber, or wake boarder while not entering the path of other watercraft in the immediate area. The towing watercraft shall must display the skier-down
See Regulation X p. 12
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Only LOWA members in good standing or registered tenants/authorized occupants may rent rack space owned by LOWA. (2) The light watercraft racks are to be used only by rowing shells, kayaks, canoes, or sail watercraft (as designated) weighing no more than 300 pounds. Watercraft with any kind of motor are not allowed. (3) Rack spaces shall will be assigned by LOWA on a firstcome, first-served basis; the previous year’s renter has first option for renewal. (4) Once the rack space is assigned; the renter shall must pay his/her renewal fee annually by May 1. Rack storage fees will not be prorated or refunded. (5) All watercraft on the racks must display both a current watercraft rack sticker and a current LOWA watercraft registration sticker. Watercraft without both stickers will be removed from the rack and the space reassigned. The delinquent watercraft owner will receive formal notification and will have 15 days from the date of notification to correct the deficiency; if the deficiency is not corrected the watercraft will be removed. LOWA is not responsible for any damage resulting from this removal. An additional watercraft rack sticker will be provided and should be attached to the middle of the bottom rack support. Failure to do so will result in loss of the rack space. (6) A rack space renter shall will not sublet, assign, transfer rights, or allow others to use the rack space. Doing so will result in loss of the rack space. (7) Rack spaces revert to LOWA if the current renter does not pay his/her re-rental fee by May 1. (8) Reassignments to fill vacancies shall will be made by LOWA from its first-come, first-served waiting list. (9) Only the number of watercraft allotted to the rack space shall will be stored in the space. (10) All watercraft must be placed on the rack so as to drain (typically “upside down”). (11) Ground storage of watercraft, equipment or other items is prohibited; LOW Sail Club watercraft used for training and on dollies with a current rack and LOWA watercraft registration sticker may be stored at Sailboat Beach.
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65. WATERCRAFT SLIP AND CANOE/KAYAK RACK RENTALS
e. The delinquent watercraft owner will receive formal notification and will have 15 days from the date of notification to correct the deficiency. f. A dry sail space renter shall will not sublet, assign, transfer rights, or allow others to use the space. Doing so will result in loss of the space. g. Dry sail spaces revert to LOWA if the current renter does not pay the re-rental fee by May 1. h. Reassignments to fill vacancies shall will be made by LOWA from its first-come, first-served waiting list. i. A Watercraft watercraft stored in this location will must be placed so that it does not pose an impediment to use of the adjacent launch and/or parking areas. The owner of any watercraft deemed by LOWA to pose such an impediment will receive formal notification and will have 15 days from the date of notification to reposition the watercraft. If the watercraft is not repositioned, LOWA will reposition the watercraft. LOWA is not responsible for any damage resulting from this repositioning.
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flag. The use of this flag will not be construed as conferring any rights or privileges on its users. Operators of watercraft in the vicinity willmust, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated. Fallen skiers, tubers, or wake boarders shallmust, as soon as possible raise one arm in the air to signal their location to nearby watercraft. (5/1/21) No person(s) shall will use the Water Ski Jump at LOW unless that person is a member of the LOW Ski Club or under that organization’s instruction and is wearing a helmet approved by USA Water Ski. Only one watercraft shall will use the Slalom Course at any one time. Only jump skis and trick skis shall will be used over the jump. No person shall will operate or manipulate any watercraft, tow rope, or other device by which the direction or locations of water skis, tube, wakeboard, or similar device may be affected or controlled in such a way as to cause the participants to come into contact with any object or person(s). The provisions of this rule shall will not apply to contact between two or more persons behind the same watercraft or to contact with the top of the Ski Jump, buoys, or similar objects as normally used in competitive or recreational boating or water skiing. (5/1/21) When towing more than one skier, tube or wake board, it shall beis the responsibility of the driver of the watercraft to ensure the towlines for each skier/tuber/wake boarder is are of equal length to all skiers/tubers/wake boarders being towed. (5/1/21) Kite tubing and kite boarding are prohibited. Suparts Paragraphs a,c,e,f,g,h, and k above do not apply to boat operators and skiers participating in USA Water Ski sanctioned ski club practices, competitions, or exhibitions. Wake Surfing and Wake Boarding with Wake Enhancement Devices (5/1/21) (1) Wake surfing is allowable allowed behind boats propelled by inboard motors only. Wake surfing behind boats with inboard/outboard motors or outboard motors is prohibited. (2) Wake surfing is allowed only along the centerline buoy course between Veterans Dam and a line between Buoys 8 and 37. . Other watercraft operators must be considerate of wake surfing users on the centerline course. (3) Watercraft designed to enhance their wake by ballast or mechanical means are not permitted to operate in wake surfing configuration outside the centerline buoy course and are not allowed to tow any other devices e.g., tubes while in wake surfing configuration. Wake boarding is prohibited within 300 feet of shore and south of a line between Buoys 17 and 28 when a wake boat is deploying wake-enhancement devices. (4) Wake Boat operators engaged in wake surfing activities, shall must maintain a safe distance from the centerline buoy course but not exceed an operating distance greater than seventy-five (75) feet from the centerline buoy course. Non-Conventional Watercraft Devices and Recreational Water Equipment (1) No jetpack vessel activity shall beis allowed at LOW, except for flyboarding which is restricted to the Main Lake within a 200-foot safety zone near the ski jump or the Clubhouse dock and only with the prior express written permission of the General Manager, the requester showing additional liability insurance of no less than $1 million, and only for demonstration and exhibition purposes. (2) All other watercraft, devices, or recreational water sports equipment are prohibited unless evaluated and approved in accordance with X.A.4.d. Exceptions for one-time use may be requested in writing from the General Manager. The General Manager, upon review and in consultation with the Lakes Committee, may grant permission for one-time use provided that the requestoer shows proof of adequate liability insurance of no less than $1 million. (3) Additional special restrictions may be placed on any one-time use exception granted by the General Manager. These will be determined by the General Manager based on the nature of the exception requested.
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a. In the Main Lake scuba diving, swimming, and floats shall be confinedare restricted to the areas set out for such activities at
marked beaches or within seventy-five (75) feet from shoreline or within seventy-five (75) feet from a stationary watercraft in coves. The “Divers Below” flag (a red flag with a white diagonal slash), or a white and blue, swallowtail, (Alpha) signal flag must be displayed during scuba diving activities. b. There shall be no sSwimming is not permitted between the Ski Jump and shore, except for skiers in sanctioned Ski Club practices or exhibitions. c. There shall be no swimmingSwimming is not permitted from or within twenty-five (25) feet of any Marina or Fueling Dock or any access ramps in either Lake. 3. FISHING a. All Commonwealth of Virginia fishing laws shall must be complied with when fishing in LOWA Lakes. b. Trotlines of any configuration are not permitted in LOW. c. Fishing lines put out from LOWA property must be attended at all times. d. Use of nets, seines or other types of traps is not permitted, except for LOWA approved testing or fish removal programs. Hand landing nets to land legally hooked fish are permitted. 4. BEACHES a. Beaches and their associated parking areas shall beare closed from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (2/19/2020) b. There shall be no fFishing is not permitted from any LOWA Beach. c. Pets shall are NOT be permitted on any LOWA beach sand. However, A a person with a disability shall have the right tomay be accompanied on the beach sand by a dog trained and in service as a service animal. d. Playing of any active sports games (e.g., volleyball, football, etc.) involving more than two persons on any LOWA beach shall beis limited to a period of two hours per day. e. Open and/or charcoal fires shall beare permitted in LOWA furnished, grills, or a resident’s personal tabletop fire pit or tabletop grill. (5/2015) f. No lifeguards are posted at LOWA beaches, therefore swimming shall be is at the swimmer’s risk. g. Children who cannot swim MUST be actively and responsibly supervised. 5. PRIVATE BEACHES a. Lake front property owners are permitted to use mechanical means to clear vegetation from a swimming area adjacent to their property not to exceed 200 square feet. b. A permit must be obtained from the General Manager’s office before installation of lake bottom blanket or weed roller type devices. c. The application of chemicals in the lake shall beis prohibited unless otherwise authorized by the General Manager’s office. 6. Deleted in its entirety. (3/15/2016) 7. Floats FLOATS (3/15/2016) Flotation devices that are inflatable only and are designed for use when anchored or moored (as opposed to devices used for towing) (for purposes of this Section, “Floats”) are permitted for use on the lakes under the following conditions: a. All Floats shall must be removed from the lakes or securely moored alongside an authorized pier between sunset and sunrise unless specifically authorized by the General Manager. b. Floats shall must be anchored or moored closer than 50 feet or 25% of the distance to the nearest opposing shoreline, whichever is smaller, from the owner’s property. c. The maximum horizontal area of any Float shall beis 150 square feet and the maximum height shall beis 8 feet. d. Floats and their moorings shall must not interfere with watercraft navigation or the ingress/egress from the water of any neighboring properties. e. In addition to the time requirements of subsection (a), above, a Float must be removed from the water entirely when not in use for a period of 72 hours. f. When on land, Floats are considered a toy under Section X, A.1.f and must be deflated, if applicable, and stored accordingly. g. Flotation devices for individual or towing use, such as mattresses, leisure chairs, towing tubes, etc.) ., that are removed from the lake and stored when not in use are not subject to subparts paragraphs (a) through (e), above.
See Regulation X p. 14
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Regulation X from p. 12 D. OTHER RESTRICTIONS
Additionally, Chief Walker and the AUS officers support the law enforcement operations of Sheriff Mark Amos and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, as well as the Virginia State Police. Orange County will often dispatch LOWA Road Patrol to the scene of a domestic issue in the community, to see if Security can resolve it while a deputy is en route. Chief Walker has done a lot to strengthen the OCSO-LOWA Security relations and OCSO often asks LOWA Security to assist in investigations. Chief Walker gives a report at every Saturday Board of Directors meeting and participates in the monthly Safety and Security Committee meetings. LOWA has always been a gated community, starting with Dodson Security, which had the contract for decades. The Security building at the Main Gate is named for George Dodson, the first Security Chief. US Security had the contract for a few years before AUS took over in 2013. During the contract with AUS, we have: • Implemented a visitor management system. The latest is TEK Control. Members manage their guests from a smart phone or computer instead of calling in a guest at the gate. • Expanded the surveillance camera network, including adding License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras at the Main and Back Gates. • Increased Lake Patrol hours from 750 to 850 hours per year and upgraded the watercraft for a visible presence. ] Deployed body-worn cameras by SCOP officers.
1. Watercraft, swimming, ice skating and fishing are prohibited on the Entrance Pond unless a waiver is obtained from the General Manager. 2. Under no circumstances will trash, garbage, yard debris, litter of any kind, pollutants, or any other substance or objects be dumped into the lakes. 3. Sitting, standing, walking, running, skating or similar activities on the surface of any portion of the lakes that is frozen is strictly prohibited. 4. Main Marina and Small Marina pier access and use is limited to slip renters and their invited guests. 5. Releasing alien fish, live bait, aquarium fish or plants and any non-native species into the Lakes or indirectly into its watershed is expressly forbidden. This prohibition does not apply to official Lakes Management operations of LOWA and its agents.
LOWA Section Meet & Greet Returns to YOUR Clubhouse!
Part 2, to be published June 17, will focus on the challenges that AUS deals with to provide security services and with a few potential cost savings measures for the current and future security contracts. In the meantime, I welcome your feedback on how AUS is handling all the aspects of the contract - access control, road patrol, lakes patrol, and Association asset protection. Is it going well? Getting better? Email me at GMOffice@LOWA.org.
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2nd & 4th Wednesday of the Month by Section Join us any time between 4:00 - 8:00 PM Sections 1, 16 & 18: March 9, 2022 Sections 2 & 12: March 23, 2022 Sections 7 & 9: April 13, 2022 Section 11: April 27, 2022 Sections 4 & 13: May 11, 2022 Sections 3 & 6: May 25, 2022 Sections 5 & 14, June 8, 2022 Sections 8 & 10: June 22, 2022 Drink a ctions and appetizer specials for the featured sections in the Members Lounge. Come meet your neighbors or just reconnect with old friends!
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How Do I… Find Information at www.LOWA.org?
Here are some safety tips for traveling in LOW by foot or bicycle. Runners and walkers should always walk facing traffic. A person on foot can see what is coming from ahead and get out of the way. People do not see what is coming from behind. Walk single file, especially when vehicles are passing. Carry a flashlight when walking in the dark and/or wear shoes and clothing with strips of iridescent material so you are visible well ahead of a driver passing you. Bike riders should ride with traffic and ride single file. All bike riders should wear a helmet, wear light/bright-colored clothing, and use reflectors and lights. Keep your bike in safe mechanical condition. When walking and biking for exercise rather than to get somewhere, try to avoid our busiest streets – Lakeview Pkwy., Mt. Pleasant, and Yorktown. The LOWA website has recommended routes to minimize exposure to traffic risks LOWA.org/WalkingTrails. Walk and bike defensively on our roadways and enjoy nature’s beauty in LOW!
Pools Rule!
by Janet Klingensmith, Community Operations Assistant
The Communications Committee, in conjunction with the LOWA Communications Department, wants to help you find the information you need easily and effortlessly. Many of us don’t realize that the Lake of the Woods website – www.LOWA.org - is full of information that you might need. Using the website saves you from having to call or visit the Holcomb Building. Information on the website is very user-friendly and one tool that can help make it easy to find information is the “How do I” feature. To use, locate the “About” tab in the main menu then click the “How do I..” item in the dropdown menu or scroll down to the very bottom of the homepage where you will see the “How Do I ..” link located in the Quick Links section. Once you are on the “How do I..” page, then it’s as simple as typing a keyword into the search-within-page tool and you will find links to some of our most frequently requested forms, pages, and information. For example, to find out how to register your boat, just go to the “How do I..” page and then: Type in the keyword “boat,” a link will appear that says, “Register a boat, get boat decals, or take the boater safety test.” Click the link and it will take you to the Boat Test & Registration page that features instructions and information about how to register your boat and take the boater safety test. There is a link on the Boat Test & Registration page that takes you to the Forms page which also has a search-within-page tool which makes it easy to find the correct form. One thing to note is that you may need to log-in to the website to access member-only content that is linked in the “How do I..” page. To do so, click on “Member Log-in” in the upper right corner of the website and log in with your username and password. If you have not set up your member log-in account, then go to the LOWA.org website and click “member log-in.” There is a video on how to create an account and then click on member registration and follow the instructions. If you need assistance, email websupport@ LOWA.org. It is a simple process and only takes a few minutes. Lastly, please note that if the “How Do I” feature does not bring you the information you need, there is a full-site search engine on the home page, right under the scrolling pictures. This search engine can search all pages and documents on LOWA.org. If you have questions about how to maneuver around the website, please contact 540-755-3107 or email websupport@LOWA.org. Click! Click! Click! We hope to see you at www.LOWA.org!
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Memorial Day has come, and our pools are open. We want everyone to have a wonderful summer visiting our pools. To ensure a stress-free summer of pool visits, here is a reminder of some or our LOWA Pool Regulations; for a complete list, visit www.lowa.org > Amenities>Swimming Pools. Pool use is limited to LOWA members in good standing, registered tenants, invited guests, and individuals or groups who receive authorization from the General Manager. Members or registered tenants must present a current LOWA membership ID and are required to check in with attendant each time they enter the pool area. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult or other responsible person 15 years of age or older. Unattended children 12 and older must pass a current swim test administered by the lifeguards. A member must accompany all guests; maximum of 10 guests per household is allowed. Fees must be paid for each guest; daily guest fee is $5 per person. Short term passes for multiple visits may be purchased at Member Services for a discounted price. Lifeguards and pool management have the authority at any time to close the pools and pool areas to ensure patron safety. A safety break will be called hourly for 10 minutes and all swimmers will be required to leave the pool; at the guard’s discretion, lap swimmers only may be allowed to return to the pool during the safety break. The NO Rules – no running, no weapons, no abusive or foul language, no glass containers or alcohol, no illicit or illegal drugs, no smoking. (Complete list on www.lowa.org). Dedicated lap swim lanes are for lap swimmers only. Clubhouse Pool has at least one dedicated lap swim lane at all times except Friday afternoons, 4-7 PM. Sweetbriar Pool will have a dedicated swim lane from 1-2 PM and 7-8 PM. (LOW Lap Swim Guidelines available on www.lowa.org >Amenities>Swimming Pools). Have fun, be courteous of your fellow swimmers, and be considerate to our hard-working lifeguards. Enjoy your summer!
by Geraldine Hodson, Member, Communications Committee
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Would You Like Some Science with That? The Science Behind Taste and Flavor
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by Emily Slunt, Board Member, LOWLINC
Have you ever wondered about the role that taste, texture, and smell play on how you experience food? Then join us on Tuesday, June 21, at 1:30 PM in Classroom 2 at the Community Center for our monthly Speaker Series presentation and find out! In this talk by Kelli Slunt, Professor of Chemistry at the University of Mary Washington, the science behind taste and flavor will be explored. Participants Photo by University of Mary Washington will learn about the sensations of taste Kelli Slunt and smell and the impact of the senses on flavor. In addition, unique food pairings, flavors, and food preparation methods will be discussed. Using provided food samples, participants may discover for themselves why unique unexpected pairings, such as white chocolate and caviar, taste good together. We will also explore artificial flavors such as a mock apple pie made from Ritz crackers. Kelli Slunt graduated from the University of Mary Washington and the University of Virginia. In addition to teaching chemistry, she is Director of the Honors Program at the University of Mary Washington. Honors program students have volunteered with LOWLINC in the past. The LOWLINC Speaker Series is open to LOWLINC members, volunteers, and Lake residents so please tell your friends and neighbors and invite them to come.
Stage Alive! America’s Sweethearts Perform Sweet Harmony by Karen Kovarik, Subscription Chairman
On Tuesday, June 7, at 7:30 PM, at the Culpeper County High School Auditorium, Stage Alive! welcomes America’s Sweethearts, the swinging sounds of female close-harmony groups like the Andrews Sisters. These three ladies have toured the United States extensively, performing their show for thousands. America’s Sweethearts are an old-fashioned slice of nostalgia! You don’t want to miss your chance to experience this nostalgic concert guaranteed to entertain. Favorite vintage tunes like Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Straighten Up and Fly Right, and more will transport you back to the days of the USO, swing dancing, and jazz bands! For a sneak preview, visit stagealive.org. Brochures for our new season beginning in September were mailed in April and are available at the Wilderness Branch Library and the Holcomb Building. Subscribers for the new season may attend the America’s Sweethearts concerts for free, thereby seeing seven concerts for the cost of six. Single tickets are available at the door for $25 for adults and $5 for students. Culpeper County High School Auditorium is handicap accessible and has ample free parking. For information, please phone me at 540-972-7866. Deadline for submissions to the June 17 issue of Lake Currents is June 6. Deadline for submissions to the July 1 issue of Lake Currents is June 20. Advertising Info: Call 540-972-2278 or email LakeCurrents@LOWA.org Media Kit online at LOWA.org
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Through July 11: LOWA Honors and Awards Committee will be accepting nomination applications. Information and application forms may be found at: www.LOWA.org/ forms; Holcomb Building, or Helen Brewer, Chairman, Helen.brewer@ comcast.net or 540-972-2401. Award winners will be notified by August 5. Lost or Found Pets in LOW can be posted on facebook.com/ LOWlostandfoundpets. Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses Recycled: Place used hearing aids and eyeglasses in LOW Lions boxes at the Ferris Building & Holcomb Building.
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Monday at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). For other local online AA meetings go to http://d39. wildwoodweb.com/Meetings.shtml. Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060. Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060. Dementia Memory Café: 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. Regional Resource Guide for Older Adults can be viewed online at agingtogether.org. Divorce Care Support Group Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM, at the LOW Church Library. For more information, contact Mike Lemay at 540-972-9060 or email mike@ lowchurch.org. Grief Support Group: Griefshare is a free worldwide Bible-based support group to help you through your grief journey after the loss of a loved one. We meet twice a year for 13-week sessions of videos and discussions at the LOW Church. Info: 540-972-9060 or www.lowchurch.org. Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove Town Center (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite P) offers free medical care, dental care, and prescription assistance to the eligible uninsured in Orange, Spotsylvania, and Culpeper counties. Medical care available on 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM. Medical and dental care available on the 2nd Saturday from 9 AM to noon. Call 540854-5922 for medical appointments. Call 540-854-5923 for dental appointments. Volunteers Needed. Info: 540-854-5922, Suzanne.
Parkinson’s Support Group meets the second Thursday of each month at The Lake of the Woods Church at 4 PM. Contact Lee Moore at 540-972-0395 with any questions. Red Cross Blood Drive: From noon to 6 PM, in the Community Center. Usually fourth Tuesday every other month (call to confirm date). You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www. redcrossblood.org for schedule and more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walk-ins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Ginny, 540-848-5829 or Carol, 540972-0664. Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060. Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Care-AVan will provide transportation to health care (including picking up prescription medications) and legal appointments for senior citizens (over 60) and persons (over 18) with physical disabilities. Available Mon-Fri. with minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Free Service (donations accepted), Call 540-825-3100 ext. 3358 or 3013. Vision Impaired Support Group. Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 AM, Community Center, Room 1. Sponsored by the LOW Lions. Contact: Gail Sauro, 540-972-1629 or Gail.Sauro@ yahoo.com.
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Antique/Classic Car Cruise In. June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, Oct. 8 at the Locust Grove Town Center on Route 20, from 5-8 PM. Free to spectators and participants. Help support the food bank and local charities with canned goods or cash donations. Enjoy an evening of seeing and remembering cars from yesterday’s gone by while listening to the rocking oldies. Sponsored by the Good Time Cruisers, www. goodtime-cruisers.webs.com. LOW F&R Phone Directory. The 2021 Directory is available for $10, cash or check only, at LOWA Member Services, Holcomb Bldg. Sales benefit LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. Cause 4 Paws. We need volunteer foster homes, monetary donations, and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations may be tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations may be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-4854181 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of the month (Feb.Nov.) from 8:30 AM to 1 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted the day of the sale. No reference or textbooks, please. Info: Ann, 540-972-4338; Sherri, 540412-9854; or Helene, 540-412-0798. LOW Lions Medical Equipment Loan Program seeks donations of wheelchairs and rollators in working condition to share with neighbors in need. Donate at Velona Building (by compactor) any Saturday from 9 AMnoon. Call 540-388-0110 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member needs a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you! Lions Furniture Pickup and Yard Sale. The LOW Lions accept donations of furniture and merchandise at the Velona Building (Shoosmith Road,
LOWLINC - Non-profit membership service organization dedicated to enabling seniors at the lake to continue living fully and independently in their homes. Volunteer services provided: transportation, light home maintenance, computer assistance, check-in calls, friendly visits and referrals to screened service providers. Fee-based. Opportunities to volunteer, too. Info: 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. The pantry is open several times a month to provide food to qualified persons/families in Orange County. Please call 888-508-9274 for the schedule of openings and other information about the pantry. LOW Lions rely on Federal food programs, local retail stores, community food drives, and financial donations to feed the hungry in our community. Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Nicki, 703-217-5615. LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Currently loans are being made by appointment only. Please call 540388-0110. Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment. 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540-672-0793.
near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 9 AM to noon. To arrange for donation pickup, call Doug at 540-495-0640. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations may be tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the Velona Building is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon. Orange County Humane Society of VA. Our TNVR (trap, neuter, vaccinate, return) feral, free roaming cat program needs canned and dry cat food as well as monetary donations. Food donations may be dropped off at Locust Grove Vet Clinic. Monetary donations are needed for all our programs, including our Pets In Place program for pet dogs and cats in need. Mail donations to: OCHSVA, PO Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508, or send through Paypal. Remember when shopping with Amazon, select us as your charity of choice. OCHSVA is a 501(c)3 charity, your donations may be tax deductible. Facebook: Orange County Humane Society VA. Call 540-672-0069, for questions about our TNVR community cat program (that we affectionately call Andi’s Cats), and our Pets In Place program.
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3. Member Comments on Business Agenda and General Member Comments A comment was given on the proposed amendments to the Planning Committee Charter, and one on penalty fines imposed for violations. 4. PRESENTATION – Amendments to Regulation XIV: Schedule of Penalties for Violations General Manager Rodenberg gave a Power Point presentation to the Board summarizing the findings and recommendations of the Working Group. It has been 10 years since a thorough review/update of Regulation XIV was done, and thus this section no longer mirrored current practices. The Working Group recommends the Board amend Regulation XIV to establish a set of corrective actions that reflects the post-referendum environment. Key concepts would include imposing suspensions as the main sanction for infractions, with $50 fines limited to roadway (traffic/speeding) and boating violations. Proposed changes to penalties in other areas of enforcement included parking, vandalism, littering, noise, lot violations, firearms, trespassing and members with continuing violations. There are still a few process implementation issues to work out. It is expected the proposed changes would reduce income from violation fees, while incurring higher legal fees for court action. This impact was considered when the new budget was prepared for FY2022/23. The Board agreed by consensus to cease imposing the $50 fine now for infractions other than roadway speeding and boating violations, and requested the General Manager schedule Board action on June 8 to initiate review of the revised Regulation XIV by the Rules Committee and LOWA Attorney. 5. REPORTS 5.1 Reports of Officers The President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary had no report. A. Executive Session Actions Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board uphold the decision of the Legal and Compliance Committee in Case #09588, but waive the monetary charge. B. Committee Changes Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Committee changes as presented on the Committee Change List dated May 18, 2022: (D-22-53)
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5.2 Report of the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. Coronavirus Status: LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations There are no Covid-19 restrictions in place at present. LOWA staff remains 82% vaccinated. B. April Financials and FY2021/22 Year-end Forecast The report was not yet ready but will be available at the June 8 Board meeting. Overall, April was a strong month and LOWA ended the year with a 97.5% collection rate. C. Other Business Winkler Pool Management completed power washing and acid washing at both pools on May 5. Last week, they met with the Pools and Community Activities Committee to go over the pool season. LOWA will launch the use of Square to make payments at the pools this year. An Invitation for Bid (IFB) will go out on May 20 for repair of cracks and a new color coat for the Pickleball/Tennis courts. Fifteen lake buoys were replaced with new buoys, and another 15 are scheduled to be replaced this summer. 5.3 Committee Liaison Reports A. Communications Committee Charter Changes Director Zukowski reported the Committee has submitted a draft of proposed changes to the Communications Committee Charter. She requested language defining Committee member composition also be added to include the number of voting, alternate and advisors. Adoption of the revised Charter will be put on the next Board agenda for approval. B. Seeking Advice from LOWA Attorney for Environmental Control Committee Review of Construction Application of Members with Continuing Violations of the Restrictive Covenants. Director Wilks explained the reasons for requesting a legal opinion on the issue as supported by the memo from the ECC Chair dated May 4, 2022. Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board request a formal legal opinion from the LOWA Attorney regarding Environmental Control Committee review of construction applications from members with continuing violations of the Restrictive Covenants. 5.4 Committee Reports A. Pools and Community Activities Committee
Committee member Pam Derreberry reported the Committee has 7 members, 3 alternates and 1 advisor. The Pools Committee merged with the Community and Youth Activities Committee last year and is now the Pools and Community Activities Committee, allowing them to plan multiple events beyond the 3-month pool season. Shade structures have been installed along sections of the pool deck at both pools, and FLOW funds paid for Snack Bar shade awnings and two benches at the Clubhouse Pool. Recommendations for new capital projects in the next budget are for air conditioning for the lifeguard rooms at both pools, and expansion of the card-reader functionality at the Fitness Center to include the pool registration process. B. Board of Examiners (BOE) Chair Jon Anderson reported the BOE reviewed and updated the LOW Boating Safety Manual and worked with the Communications Department to make the Boat Safety Test available to take by computer. Boat operators who have taken the Commonwealth of Virginia Boater Safety Education course can take the LOWA Short Course Test, which has 20 questions. Those who have not taken the Virginia Commonwealth course, must take LOWA’s Long Course Test, which has 50 questions. The Committee will continue to review and upgrade the Boat Safety Tests and Manual on a regular basis. C. Pickleball/Tennis Chair Tena Marangi reported some still unresolved difficulties with the guest fees process, deterioration of the courts and court awnings, and low Committee meeting attendance. A vote on reconfirmation of officers was taken for FY2023. Complaints that the Pickleball Court gate and lock are not working properly continue. The Committee had no recommendations for any New Capital Projects at this time. She reviewed recent accomplishments and goals for the coming year. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents Proposed Amendments to Regulation I: General, Regarding Abiding by Posted Rules. (D-22-54) Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve publishing in Lake Currents proposed amendments to Regulation I: General, regarding abiding by posted rules. 6.2 Consideration Publishing in Lake Currents Proposed Amendments to Regulation X: Use of Lakes, Regarding Nonconventional Watercraft, Wakesurfing Course Restrictions, and Main Marina and Small Marina Pier Access and Use. (D-22-55) Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve publishing in Lake Currents for member comment proposed amendments to Regulation X: Use of Lakes, regarding nonconventional watercraft, wakesurfing course restrictions, and main marina and small marina pier access and use. 6.3 Consideration of Approving the 2022 LOWA Employee Manual. (D22-56) Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the 2022 LOWA Employee Manual dated May 18, 2022. 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Entering a Lots for Maintenance. (D-22-57) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to approve entry of the lots in Case #22-0518-02 and Case #22-0518-03 on or after May 20, 2022 to perform maintenance as stipulated in the ECC Chair’s letters to the individual lot owner; and that the property be billed for the cost related to such work in accordance with Paragraph 14 of the Restrictive Covenants. 7.2 Discussion of Amendments to Regulation XIV: Schedule of Penalties for Violations. (Removed and replaced by Item 4 on the Agenda) 7.3 Consideration of Amending the Planning Committee Charter. (D-22-58) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve an amendment to the Planning Committee Charter as follows: strike the number “12” and insert the number “9”, so that it reads: “The Committee may consist of up to 9 voting members and as many alternates and/or advisors as requested by the Chair.” 8. Director Comments: Director Clawson acknowledged two candidates for the Board who were present at today’s meeting. 9. Scheduled Meetings Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, June 8, 2022 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 1:00 p.m. Open Session: 2:00 p.m. Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, June 29, 2022 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 1:00 p.m. Open Session: 2:00 p.m. 10. Adjournment Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 3:54 p.m. Richard Rappoport, LOWA Secretary\
Daughters of the American Revolution Susannah Chandler Chapter by Marty Hartmann, Regent
Memorial Day 2022 was different for the LOW Veterans Club. The annual gathering for raising and lowering the American Flag is familiar, honorable, and integral to the continued consciousness of those who died in service to the United States of America. The speech by Mike Ferguson, with respect given to Photo provided all branches of the Armed Forces, was LOW Veterans heard clearly and distinctly across the Memorial Walk dedication. lawn of the Clubhouse. This year had a significant addition to the ceremony: the dedication of the Veterans Memorial Walkway. This is the culmination of many minds and hearts as each individual personalized brick has been purchased and placed at the area surrounding the Clubhouse flagpole. The second order of personalized bricks has been installed. The remaining 26 brick requests (submitted after April 15) will be installed later this fall. The 77th Anniversary of D-Day is Monday, June 6, as we remember the morning 154,000 Allied troops landed across five beaches of France’s Normandy region. This has been called the beginning of the end of WWII in Europe. The bravery, fortitude, and resilience of those that fought will forever be commemorated. In the continued spirit of support, Flag Day is Tuesday, June 14. This is an opportune moment to not only proudly display the Stars and Stripes, but also to check mature flags for replacement, damage, and fading. There is a locked collection box in the lower lobby of the Holcomb Building for the reverential and dignified retirement of your flags. The Veterans Club is looking for local veterans to participate in the LOW Independence Day Parade as marchers on July 2. Any veterans who want to join the march should please contact the Club President for further details. The next upcoming Veterans Club meeting is June 23 at 7 PM in the lower level of the Clubhouse. The guest speaker is Col. Scott Lingamfelter, author of Desert Redleg: Artillery Warfare in the First Gulf War. For further information about the LOW Veterans Club, please contact Club President Mike Ferguson at 571-235-5313 or email him at colferguson@msn.com.
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The Susannah Chandler Chapter had a wonderful meeting May 14, where we were finally able to officially welcome new members who had joined us from 2020. to 2022 during the pandemic. While this was our last business meeting until September, the chapter has many projects and events continuing throughout the summer. As part of the National Celebration of America’s upcoming 250th Anniversary in 2026, DAR is planting 250 Trees, each honoring American Revolutionary Patriots. DAR has partnered with American Battlefield Trust on this project, and the first tree will be ceremonially planted June 7 in Yorktown at the Old Customs House (built c 1720), honoring General George Washington. For more information and patriots’ stories visit https:// honoringourpatriots.dar.org. Our chapter will again host a booth at LOW Independence Day Celebration, July 2, at Clubhouse Point – be sure to stop by for goodies, activities for kids, and conversation! Susannah Chandler Chapter has teamed up with the Civil War Study Group to replace two weather-damaged information panels at Spotswood Park. We are currently raising funds to cover the cost, donations welcome! Email SusannahChandlerChapter1@gmail.com for information. Our chapter also continues to provide for veterans through the VA Clinics in Fredericksburg. The Community Genealogy Study Group will offer individual help sessions with family research over the summer again (FREE to everyone), and plans are in the works for a “Forgotten Patriots” workshop, - how to research underrepresented groups, including African, Indigenous, Foreign and Women who also aided in the American Revolution. Stay tuned! For more information or questions, contact us at SusannahChandlerChapter1@gmail.com, or call 540-661-7202.
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by Dick Unser, President, LOW Square Dance Club
Members of the LOW Square Dance Club visited Dogwood Village in Orange on May 12 to provide some entertainment for the residents during their Mothers’ Day festivities. Sharon Eichelman, the square dance caller, put the LOW club dancers through a series of singing calls that demonstrated Photos provided the dancers’ skills at dancing Caller Sharon Eichelman and a complicated modern western square of Lake of the Woods Square square dance mainstream and Dance Club dancers perform at plus calls. During the dancing, Dogwood Village. the residents clapped their hands and tapped their feet to the music. The members of the LOW Square Dance Club enjoyed chatting with and dancing for the residents of this senior living facility. The residents enjoyed the entertainment, thanked Sharon and the dancers for visiting, and asked them to come again. The Square Dance Club looks forward to future outreach opportunities in the local community. Twelve members of our Square Dance Club attended the 33rd Virginia State Convention, Roll Away on Broadway from May 19 to 22. The Square and Round Dance Convention was held at the Fort Magruder Hotel and Conference Center in Williamsburg. Club members enjoyed dancing to and supporting some of our club’s Members attending the Virginia square dance callers as well as State Convention are (L-R, Front getting reacquainted with square Row): Carol McMasters, Sue Coakley, dancing friends from around Ed White, Hattie Brinsfield, Mary Virginia and elsewhere. A fun time Jo Smith, and Judy Henson. (Back was had by all - square dancing, Row): Dick Unser, Steve Josephson, socializing, and sightseeing. Steve Futato, Linda Futato, Sharon For people who like to be Eichelman, Bob Eichelman. mentally and physically active as well as socialize with friendly people, consider learning how to square dance. The Lake of the Woods Square Dance Club will be offering lessons beginning in September 2022. Please watch for flyers and check the club website: https://sites.google.com/ view/lowsquaredanceclub/home, for further information.
Classic, Antique and Unique Cars: Time to Enter Independence Day Parade by Bill Derryberry, Coordinator, Classic Cars
Owners of classic cars, to include original, restored, street rods and other modified cars and trucks, it is time to enter your vehicle in the Lake of the Woods Independence Day Parade, this year to be held on Saturday, July 2. There will be a number of trophies awarded this year, handed out at the parade reviewing stand. Send to billderryberry7@gmail.com the following information on your entry: Year, Make, Model, Color, Owner, (Driver, if not the owner), and any unique details of the car, i.e., Original cost, if restored and year restored, previous famous owner (present one excepted), and other interesting facts. Submit your entry before Saturday, June 11, The cars will form on Wakefield Drive beginning at 8:30 AM on July 2, with line up completed by 9:15 AM. We will be near the front of the parade, to avoid stopping and idling as much as possible. The parade this year starts at 10 AM. NOTE: Cars entering the LOW main gate will not be allowed to turn right after 8 AM. Arrivals after 8 AM will need to turn left and take Lakeview Pkwy around to Wakefield Drive. There will be ten to fifteen spaces reserved on the upper-level parking lot for those who want to display their vehicles. Include in your entry information if you wish to display your vehicle on the upper level. Send the requested information and any questions on the above to billderryberry7@gmail.com.
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For the second consecutive year (third overall) the Ancient Order of Hibernians selected “Best in the Burg” Lake of the Woods Golf Course as the venue for the Annual Shamrock Charity Golf Classic on May 9. This selection was based on the excellent service provided by the main Clubhouse and golf management in 2021. Although hard to believe, this year was even better! Golf Manager Eric Barnes and his Proshop staff did an absolutely outstanding job organizing and preparing the golf carts. Golfers’ names, starting hole and scorecards Photo provided were on each cart and the staff went Winners of the Golf Classic the extra mile to clean carts of as much are (L-R): Rich McInnis, Dan pollen as possible. Golfers especially Cronin, and Terry Sindt. Not appreciated the roaming beverage cart. pictured: Jim Corsones. Food and Beverage Manager Ryan Richardson and his staff prepared and served another masterpiece meal of prime rib, vegetables, and a tempting assortment of deserts, including a returning favorite chocolate cake. The tables, covered in white tablecloths, were perfect, large enough to accommodate two foursomes. The service staff was exceptionally efficient and pleasant. Eighty-six golfers played on a sunny, mild Monday morning. The winners were the foursome of Rich McInnis, Terry Sindt, Jim Corsones and Dan Cronin, all MGA members. They posted a 48 (an amazing 23 under par). In a close second place was the foursome of Pete Needham, Charlie Pitts, Dick Hagaman, Donny Tilch at 21 under. This foursome has been in the winner’s circle before. They won the second and third classics.
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The LGA held a cocktail party at the Clubhouse on Friday, May 20, to celebrate our 50th Golden Anniversary. There were approximately 80 people in attendance. Phyllis Sakole, Karen Cakouros, and Gayle Buresh coordinated the event. They did a wonderful job! There were great decorations, food, and special drinks back from the 70’s Era. Thank you to Phyllis Sakole for refreshing and reframing photos of Flip Wilson and Former President Gerald Ford playing golf at our course. They are now on display at the Pro Shop. We are grateful to have Golf Genius Tournament Management Software available to us which aids in setting up games, as well as pairing teams and scoring. Special thanks to Eric Barnes and Kim Morefield for their support as Photo by Sheran Marks we adjust to this new system. Pat Shrader celebrates her HoleThe LGA is setting up a Hole in In-One May 10. One Insurance Plan. At the start of each season, any member can join the plan for a $2 fee. If no Holes in One are made that year, it rolls into the following year. When an Insurance Plan Member makes a Hole in One (on any day of the week), the insurance funds are used to help pay the bar bill. If you would like to join the Hole in One Insurance Plan, all you need to do is place $2 in an envelope marked for Hole in One Insurance and place it in the LGA Box in the Pro Shop. We have had two Holes in One this Season, which is very unusual. Pat Shrader made a Hole in One on No. 7, May 10.
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LOW Garden Club: Waves of Plastic Crashing In by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman, and Debbie Hein, President
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The TREX challenge to collect 500 pounds of plastic generated over 230 pounds of plastic in the first six weeks! Wow! We are well on our way to exchanging that plastic waste for a park bench. At the May meeting, Penny Pines certificates were awarded to Bill Ruark, chair of the Wilderness Library Garden, Vassa Olson, and to our immediate past president, Linda Ticomb for her outstanding leadership over the past four years. Under Linda’s direction, the Garden Club accomplished the Clubhouse Garden renovation project, the Veteran’s Dam Walk beautification, multiple plant sales, the Joy of Spring flower show, and most significantly a steady and growing membership. Also at the May meeting, new officers were installed for the 2022-2024 term. We will celebrate National Garden Week with an open house in the Memorial Garden (left of the CH lower-level parking lot) on June 5 from 1 to 4 PM. Garden Club members will be available to answer your questions. Of course, you can visit the garden anytime! Our meeting on Monday, June 13, will feature a zoom presentation entitled Your Local Habitat and Why it is Important. Our speaker, Sheryl Smith, is an avid gardener and Virginia Certified Master Naturalist. Join us at 1 PM in the Great Hall of the Clubhouse. We will be collecting dessert mixes for the Wilderness Food Pantry. Guests are welcome and should inform Security that they are here for the LOW Garden Club meeting The LOW Garden Club is a member of the Shenandoah District of the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs, as well as the National Garden Clubs. It is through the National organization that we participate in Penny Pines. At each meeting, we collect pennies for the purchase of acres to be planted in our national forests to replace trees lost due to fire, drought, or other natural disasters. Our club’s donations are earmarked for Virginia, but individuals may donate a plantation for any state they choose.
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Did you know LOW is home to Virginia’s largest freshwater turtle? A common snapping turtle’s carapace (top of the shell) can reach 14 inches long and its weight maxes out at around 35 pounds here. The largest one recorded in Virginia was 18.3 inches long and weighed 51 pounds! Snapping turtles are brown, with large heads and blunt snouts. Juveniles may be darker in coloration and have rougher keeled shells, which smooth out with age. Snapping turtles are apex predators that consume anything they can catch. Adults feed on fish, amphibians, crustaceans, muskrats, and birds. Adults have few predators other than humans, but juveniles may fall prey to birds, large fish, and snakes. Mating takes place in spring, and females lay up to 55 eggs in a nest dug into the soil. The eggs hatch in the early fall. Snapping turtles overwinter under water. Their metabolism Photo provided slows down, and they don’t need Juvenile common snapping turtle. to breathe oxygen. Instead, they absorb it via blood vessels in their Chelydra serpentina. cloaca (pelvic cavity). Snapping turtles are known for being defensive on land. They are not mean; they behave that way because they are afraid. They may huff out air and strike. While they do have powerful jaws, they have no teeth, nor can they snap a broom handle in half. Should you ever need to help one cross the road, use a long stick or object to coax it; or pick it up from the very back of its shell, as they can strike backwards up to two-thirds of their shell length. Never pick them up by their tails. To avoid being struck from the front, stay the length of the turtle away. Always move turtles in the direction they were going and don’t drive them elsewhere. Despite their defensiveness on land, they are docile in the water and are not a threat to humans. If you have questions about or need help with wildlife, FOWL can be reached at 540-395-3205, fowloflow@gmail.com, or via our Facebook group, Friends of Wildlife at the Lake Public Group.
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LOW Arts held our spring art display at the Wilderness Library during May with eight of our artists displaying in a variety of media. We hope you had a chance to stop by and see some of the artwork produced by the artists of the lake. On June 3, the LOW Art Walks series presents our first exploration to Fredericksburg’s First Friday. It will include carpooling, dinner at the Capitol Ale House and a leisurely meander through shops and galleries afterwards. Street musicians, sip and stroll, and free trolley rides will add to the experience. Once again, It’s Showtime! On Saturday, June 25, our artists will set up a new exhibit at Fareways Café with a fresh rotation of artwork. An artists’ reception will follow on Saturday, July 9 between 2 and 5 PM. The reception is open Photo provided to the public and admission is free. LOW Arts display at Wilderness Join us for live music, appetizers, and art appreciation. Chat with the Library artists and discover more about LOW Arts Club. We invite all our patrons to support the artists of the lake. We look forward to your attendance and recognize we cannot do this without you. Fareways Café is located at 108 Fairway Dr. Our Artist in the Spotlight for June will be Kimberly Splain, a professional artist and custom framer. She has been framing full time at Hobby Lobby since 2021 and will bring her skills and knowledge to the LOW Arts membership at our June 6, meeting. Framing, matting, and the presentation of artwork can turn good art into great art. We are fortunate to get the tips of the trade on this challenging aspect of art presentation. To find out more about LOW Arts, find us on Facebook and visit our website at www.lakeofthewoodsarts.com. We invite all artists and art enthusiasts to join our monthly meetings and to enjoy all the special benefits active LOW Arts membership provides.
The Lake of the Woods Lions Club has announced this year’s high school and community college scholarship winners. The scholarships are among the many programs the Lions support through partnerships with the Orange County Photo provided Public Schools At OCHS Senior Night, May 10, are (L-R) Alexis and Germanna Community College. Bradley, Kobina Appiah-Ofori, Lion Joe Sauro, Naomi Hale, Sean Owens, Sarah Johnson, and There were Lion Dick Unser. three Germanna Community College scholarship winners. Timothy Atkins of Rhoadesville is taking courses at Germanna CC which will lead to a degree in Business Management. Lindsey Allen of Culpeper will pursue a course of study to become a Nurse. Tyrese Wheaton of Lake of the Woods will attend Germanna to pursue a career in Healthcare Administration. Each Germanna Community College scholar received $1,000. Six Orange County High School seniors received scholarships. Kobina Appiah-Ofori of Orange plans to study Computer Science at Syracuse University. Alexis Bradley of Orange plans to attend Piedmont Virginia Community College. Naomi Hale of Rhoadesville will attend Germanna Community College. Kayla Hutchinson of Lake of the Woods plans to major in Nursing at Radford University. Sarah Johnson of Lake of the Woods plans to major in Fashion Design at Savannah College of Art & Design. Each of these high school scholars was awarded $2,000. Sean Owens of Locust Grove plans to major in Hospitality/Business and will attend Virginia State University. He received our Trades Scholarship award of $1,000. These OCHS Seniors have excelled in AP, Honors, and/or Blue Ridge Virtual Governor’s School classes. They have been members of SCA, DECA and JROTC, and/or have participated in varsity sports. They have been active in their school and community promoting school spirit, social programs, youth sports, and/or entrepreneurial endeavors. Lions Joe Sauro and Dick Unser attended the OCHS Senior Night on May 10 to award the LOW Lions Scholarships. For more information on how you can help with or benefit from the LOW Lions Scholarship program, contact Lion Joe at 540972-1629, or joesauro40@yahoo.com. For more information on the Lake of the Woods Lions Club and its many community service programs, visit lowlions.org.
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by Barbara Robinson, Childhelp Auxiliary When I was a little kid, in my neighborhood a truck came around in the summer with ice cream treats—we called him the Skippy Man. We never knew when he would come, but when he did, there was music, and it was exciting. It was magic. We’d run to ask our mothers for money for popsicles or ice cream treats; a crowd of kids gathered around. Those memories have stayed with me forever as happy childhood neighborhood memories. At the Village, we often bring a “skippy man” to the kids in the summer months. It is, by far, one of the most fun events we sponsor in the village, and not just for the kids. The staff love it too—they no doubt remember their own childhood experiences. The ice cream truck wheels into the village, music accompanying the “skippy man,” and the kids gather round to wait their turn for treats. There is no lesson. There is no purpose, no responsibility to learn about. No healing to receive from this event. The Skippy Man is—nothing but fun, fun, fun. Sometimes, that’s all you need in a day. Fun. The ice cream truck is coming soon—probably when this article is published. As I write this, I’m thinking maybe we should invite a Skippy Man to LOW. I’d show up at the end of my driveway, wouldn’t you? Save the date for our annual fall Harvest Moon Dinner Dance and Silent Auction—Oct. 22 at the Clubhouse. We’ll have many more details in the months to come, but we always sell out quickly, so if you’re interested, tickets are $70 each, and you can purchase them on our website, www.lowchildhelpauxiliary.org. Contact Gayle Buresh at geburesh@comcast.net. Interested in joining us? Contact Karen Cakouros at KarenCak@comcast. net. We meet first Wednesdays at the LOW Church, 10 AM.
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Is your book club interested in having a local author come to share about their writing? Several lake authors are available for local book club discussions. Our books include fiction and nonfiction, adult, and young-adult selections. Contact the authors below if you would like more information. Book descriptions for each can be found on Amazon or the author websites. Matthew Franks (writing as Gibson Monk), Entanglement (sci-fi young adult/new adult), matthewfranks7@gmail.com. Lois Griffin Powell, Kesha and the Curse of the Artifacts, (young adult), loisgriffinpowell.com, loisgpowell2@comcast.net. Barbara Hartzler, Montrose Paranormal Academy, Shadowstone Academy series (young adult urban fantasy), barbarahartzler.com, barbarahartzler@gmail.com. Allita Irby (writing as B.W. Read), Fourth Sunday: The Journey of a Book Club, airby9@gmail.com. Sharon Lyon, Fossil Woman, SharonLyon.net, sharonlyon07@gmail.com. D.J. Mallmann, Shibboleth, djmall07@hotmail.com. Julie Phend, D-Day & Beyond, A True Story of Escape and POW Survival, juliephend.com, julie.phend@gmail.com. Alan Saltman, No Peace with Hitler: Why Churchill Chose to Fight WWII Alone Rather than Negotiate with Germany (available after August 15), wghobartpublishers.com, asalt12348@aol.com. Carolyn Zacheis (writing as Carolyn Court), The Seacrest Lighthouse Series, CarolynCourtBooks.com, travelcarol13@comcast.net. Interested in learning more about our group or joining us? Meetings are held on the third Saturday of each month, at the Wilderness Branch Library. For more information, contact us at lakeauthors@gmail.com.
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The Orange County Department of Social Services provides a wide variety of services to the residents of the county. A significant portion of their service effort relates to Child and Adult Protective Services. Both require investigation and follow-up of reports provided by individuals and organizations. Some of these reports are required by law. For children who are deemed at risk, DSS has a range of services from assisting the family to prevent removing the child, placing children with relatives, placing children in foster care, placing children in some form of congregate care and, in some cases, arranging for adoption. Finding the least restrictive of these alternatives that ensures the safety of the child while minimizing the traumatic impact on the child’s life is the primary emphasis of the process. Currently there are 26 county children in foster care and 23 adoptions. DSS has implemented a new program to prevent foster care placement. This program, called In-Home Practice, focuses on engaging and strengthening families. In-Home Practice services include, but are not limited to, providing information and services intended to promote child well-being, safety, and permanency. This program focuses on minimizing harm to children while maximizing the abilities of families to protect and care for their children. Dealing with adult cases is very different, and sometimes difficult, since competent adults can refuse help even though their circumstances may appear dire. Where appropriate, guardianships may be established, or seniors may be eligible for long term care placement. Currently there are 44 guardianships in the county that are monitored by DSS. In both child and adult situations, the cases may be eligible for programs that would ameliorate the difficult circumstances that led to DSS protective service involvement. DSS is the go-to place for several other services that help individuals and families. The most familiar is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, previously known as Food Stamps. Currently, about 1,600 families are receiving SNAP benefits. Another benefit is the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, which provides supplemental financial assistance; currently 59 families are receiving TANF funding. The Childcare Assistance benefit is being provided to 87 families. There are 5,300 individuals in the county who are receiving Medicaid Assistance. All these programs require DSS staff to review applications and verify eligibility for these benefits. The workload on DSS has been growing and in the FY 23 Budget there are four additional DSS positions being funded. As a result of Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020, the SNAP and TANF programs remain exempt from work requirements. Medicaid eligibility is required to be verified every year, but due to the Public Health Emergency declared by the Department of Health and Human Services, about 2,250 of these renewals have not been processed. Once these restrictions are lifted, there will be a huge backload of eligibility verifications that will have to be processed by DSS staff. DSS is supported by the Social Services Advisory Board that helps to educate citizens about DSS services and other promotion activities. It meets for approximately one hour every other month and helps the community to better understand and utilize the services provided through general community outreach and a few projects If you have questions about county government or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at lframe@ orangecountyva.gov.
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The annual Lake of the Woods Democratic ic Club picnic starts at 5 PM, Saturday, June 11, in Marion Pronk Hall at the Community Center. Speaker at the event will be De Anne Davenport of Friends of Wildlife at the Lake, a new organization devoted to the wild animalss living in our midst. She will share some stories es about encounters with local wildlife and will answer questions. The mission of FOWL is to foster positive relationships between Lake of the Woods’ residents and the wildlife that coexist here, to help preserve and protect habitats and species, and to help residents and the LOW Association in gaining a deeper understanding of the natural environment in our community. Admission to the picnic is $15 per person, which includes fried chicken, potato salad, coleslaw, baked beans, cornbread, dessert, and bottled water or soda. Reservations must be made no later than June 3. Payment must be made in advance and will not be accepted at the door. Reserve your spot online through your credit card by going to the club’s website at lowdemocrats.org and clicking the “Pay Now” button.
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Seamless Gutters. Have small backhoe for digging drain pipes and drain tiles. Licensed and insured. Call Jerry at 540840-2248 for free estimates. ARMITAGE PAINTING – Handyman Service, 540-735-7977. ASAP ELECTRICAL and Plumbing. Electrician/Plumber with 35 years experience. Competitive rates. LOW resident. Call, email or text Larry today for a free estimate. 540-226-5570. asaplarry@aol.com. ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Improvement and Repairs, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BEACON INSURANCE Group, LLC - We are an Independent Insurance Agency offering competitive personal and commercial rates through multiple carriers! We’d love to earn your business! Come see us across Rt. 3 from the Post Office or call us for a quote! 540-972-7981. BOAT CANVAS and Upholstery. We work hard to keep your boat protected. Certified Marine Canvas Fabrication & Repair, Mobile Service, Custom Boat, Detailing, Boat Hull Cleaning, Pontoon Cleaning. Trident Marine Canvas & Upholstery, 540-205-9509, www. tridentmarinecanvas.com. BOAT COVER Repair & Custom Boat Covers. We would love to create Custom Boat Covers, seat covers, and any Boat upholstery needs including repair. Affordable and High Quality. Call Sam 570449-4540. BOBCAT WORK - Lot Clearing, Grading, Gravel Driveway Spreading. Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. BRICK/STONE Masonry - Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BULKHEADS and DOCKS, Boat Slips, Ground Level Decks, Wood Walkways, Lake Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. We are Licensed and fully Insured. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else (uninsured) to do your job. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build year-round and do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, LOW Kayak Dock and Meadow Farms Golf Course. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. LOW Resident. CERAMIC TILE Work - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783 CERAMIC TILING For Bathrooms, floors, foyers, countertops. Call 540-898-7773 for a free estimate. Ask for Bob Yak. References available upon request.
CHARLES JENKINS Tree Service - Lot clearing, topping, trimming, mulching, edging, fertilizing, tree removal, spraying, seasoned firewood, and mulch delivery. Remove unwanted vehicles. 10% off with mention of this ad. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Call 703-830-2654, cell 540-422-9721. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CLEANING PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com. CONCRETE MASONRY Driveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. CONNIE Crowder CLEANING Service. Home, 540-399-9726 or Cell, 540-846-5035. CONTRACTOR - CHECK http:// www.dpor.virginia.gov to verify licensed contractors. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CRAWLSPACE WATER Issues? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CULVERT PIPE Replacements 540-718-3794. CULVERT REPLACEMENT Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CULVERT REPLACEMENT - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783. CUSTOM HOUSE Painting. Inside and out. Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773. Free estimates. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783 DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ELECTRICIAN (ASAP Electrical and Plumbing) with over 35 years experience. Call, email or text Larry today for your free quote. No job too small. Veteran/LOW resident. 540226-5570. ASAPLarry@aol.com. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. GUTTER CLEANING and Yard Debris Removal. Call Matt at 540-972-4510 for a free estimate, minimum charge $50. GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. GUTTER SERVICES - Call The Brothers that just do Gutters for all of your gutter service needs; including guards, new installation, cleaning and repairs. Free Estimates. 484-8244044. We are in the neighborhood! HANDYMAN - CALL George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783 HANDYMAN PLUS - 34 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 20 years. I don’t claim to know it all, and I can’t do it all, but what I can do, I do well. To inquire and for a free estimate, call Erich 972-2664.
HANDYMAN SERVICES. Local and Reasonable Prices! 35+ years. Skilled and Experienced. Everything on your “To-Do-List.” Call Raymond at 540-604-1343. HOME IMPROVEMENTS - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783. HOME REPAIRS - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. IVAN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Professional painting, drywall repair and installation. We also install crown molding, chair rail, baseboards & all your carpentry needs, kitchen & bath remodeling, hardwood floor installation, also installation of ceiling fans & light fixtures. Gutter cleaning & roof debris removal. Unsightly mold? Let us make it beautiful again by power washing it! We also paint garage floors with 2-part Epoxy paint. Trees down? We can haul away. Senior citizen & military discounts. Licensed & Insured. Call Ivan Ducceschi 540-729-0939. JORDANS TREE & Landscaping - Yard Clean-up Specials! Any of your lawn, landscape and tree needs. Leaf Removal, Gutter Cleaning, Pressure Washing, Tree Removal. Call 540-229-2678. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. JUNK REMOVAL - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783. JUNK REMOVAL, Clusterducksjunkremoval.com, we are quick, reliable, affordable, and we always show up! Licensed and Insured. Call 571-409-0211. LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, Installation, Maintenance. Professional Tree Removal. Excavations- basements, water lines, lot clearing. Residential, Commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@ gmail.com. LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LOW HOUSE NUMBER Signpost: Each with reflective numbers, solar light, meets ECC Requirements. $85 installed, $100 with flag holder. Contact LOW resident Jay Testa 540-205-5850. MEDICAL AIDE Caregiver. Homeward Bound Care, LLC. Nursing Aide/Certified/Insured. Assisted living in your home. Short or long term care, day or night. Can manage all the patients needs. LOW resident. Excellent References. Diane Clauson: 540-388-2930. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING 50% OFF, Call Steve Dement 540-395-4696.
TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. TREE SERVICE - Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128. TREE SERVICE - Specialize in Tree trimming, pruning, and tree removal. Jordans Tree & Landscaping Call 540-229-2678. TUTORING: ELEMENTARY and Middle School. 36 years of experience with students who learn uniquely. Contact Jody jodypuckett@gmail.com, 484-8029732. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773. YARD WORK - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783.
For Sale FIREWOOD - PROFESSIONAL Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128.
Employment
Misc. NURSE AIDE COURSE. $1800 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check, drug screening, CPR, uniform, B/P cuff. Info/Start Dates: www.careernursingacademy. com or Call/Text 703-402-2509. PONTOON BOAT TRAILER. Join the Co-op Trailer Club. A onetime fee of $75.00 buys unlimited use of a brand new pontoon trailer! Club has been in existence for 40 years. Call Jeff at 540-273-5078.
FINANCE: Full-Time Hourly Accounting Assistant. Duties include completing End of Day processing for Point-of-Sale system for Association amenities, processing daily revenue recognition entries, preparing bank deposits, performing cash counts of amenity cash, maintaining and distributing daily close process instructions and customized Daily Sales report formats for amenities and assisting in monthly close process. Good people and organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy and good written and oral communication required. Two years of college or three years of job-related experience in an accounting office. Excel proficiency essential. MAINTENANCE: Grounds Full-Time Hourly Position. Join the crew and assist in performing general landscaping maintenance tasks for routine and special events. Must have experience in operation of basic grounds care equipment. Positions requires heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions. CLUBHOUSE. Full-Time salaried Assistant Clubhouse Manager. Oversee/coordinate the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to ensure highest guest service satisfaction. Assist in meeting sales goals, food quality, and safety, sanitation, and food handling standards. Ensure all state laws pertaining to alcoholic beverages are strictly adhered to including staff training and certification. Excellent customer service skills essential. A minimum of 5 years progressive experience in similar food & beverage operation is required. CLUBHOUSE. Part-Time positions: • Servers. Must be 18 years and older, have excellent customer service skills, enthusiasm, and energy. Some restaurant experience preferred • Line Cook. Prepare and cook a variety of meats, poultry and seafood; vegetables and other food items using various kitchen equipment. Plating/garnishing. Comply with Clubhouse standards for portion sizes, cooking methods and other policies essential. 2 yrs. min. experience. • Banquet Captain. Assist in supervising/coordinating banquet events with service staff, oversee setup, breakdown, cleanup, and reset of club functions. Knowledge of procedures and equipment used in preparing and serving large gatherings required. • Banquet Servers to provide excellent customer service when serving guests and assist with banquet set up and tear down. Must be able to work flexible hours. • Banquet and Lounge Bartenders. Must be at least 21 years of age and willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Mix and serve beverages and have superb customer service skills. TIPS certification will be provided. One-two years experience desirable. CLUBHOUSE POOL – Part-Time/Seasonal Snack Bar Attendants. Prepare snack foods and drinks for pool and beach guests as required. Cash handling and customer service experience preferred. Ability to lift/push up to 25 lbs. required. FAREWAYS CAFE- Part-Time positions: • Servers. Must be 18 years or older and able to work flexible hours including weekends. Some restaurant experience preferred. • Line Cooks. Accurately and efficiently prepare hot food products, 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. General applications are always welcome. All Pay Market Competitive. Submit applications and resumes to HR@LOWA.org or fax to 540-972-2243. All positions must be able to pass a criminal background check and have a valid Virginia driver’s license. More information regarding these positions is available in the Human Resources Department. EOE.
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ENJOY the OUTDOORS? Golf Course Maintenance Team Members with great attitude needed for IGM here at Lake of the Woods. Will happily train those without experience. Work in a great environment, get off early in the day and earn a competitive wage. Seasonal positions available. Excellent opportunity for students and retirees. Apply with a resume or brief outline of experience to mkuhn@igminc.net. No golf maintenance experience required. Onsite interviews will be scheduled. Pay: $12-$14 per hour.
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MULCH DELIVERY - Doubleshredded hardwood. Call Brian, 540-219-7660. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. NOTARY LOW- Mobile Local Services- Saturdays and evenings upon request. Beth 540-226-2402. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. Onsite, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-288-8564. PAINTING INTERIOR/Exterior - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PET-SITTING / DOG Walking. Lisa Ward of “Ward of the Dogs” specializes in Lake of the Woods dogs. Your house or mine. To discuss your pet-sitting needs, call 520-612-5190. PLUMBER (ASAP Electrical and Plumbing Services) with over 35 years experience. Call, text, or email Larry for all of your plumbing needs. No job too small. Veteran/ LOW resident. 540-226-5570. ASAPLarry@aol.com. PLUMBING ISSUES - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783. POWER WASHING - We clean vinyl side houses, decks, sidewalks, concrete mold removal, gutters, roofs, brick algae and much more! 540-500-9405. POWER WASHING- Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. REPAIRS & NEW ROOFS. Cheaper, Sooner, Better. Any small issues-- before they cause extensive damage. Skylights, Seamless Gutters. 540-656-6005 or lakescapes.llc@gmail.com. ROOFING and REPAIRS - See our first classified ad. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SENIOR HOME Care in your home. Home Care Solutions, LLC Certified/Insured Senior in Home Care, 12 year’s experience, References by request Yonna Philipp 540-717-8245 or yonnap@msn.com. SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-7357977. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLP - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-287-7143, David Wilkinson; 540-907-5800, Billy Jack. snapperjackyardcare@gmail.com. Fully insured and Free estimates. Veterans 10% off. TREE CARE/REMOVAL - Premier Arbor Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794.
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