The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 17, No. 25
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Meet Your Member Services Team by Charlie Maneval, Director of Finance
Today we spotlight Diane Hileman from our Member Services Team. Diane bought her house here at the Lake in 1998 as a weekend home, while living in Springfield. She and her husband Terry decided to move here full time in 2004, and they consider it the best move they ever made! Diane is a founding member of the Lake Youth Foundation, formed in 2005 to help fund activities for the youth in the Lake. Diane and her husband are very involved in Special Olympics, and volunteer their time coaching their son’s basketball and softball teams. In 2007, Diane began working at LOWA as a seasonal employee and has worked steadily as a part-time employee ever since. Currently she supports the Member Services Team one to two days a week and is a solid Diane Hileman member of the staff. Diane enjoys working in Member Services and meeting new members. She also enjoys catching up with old acquaintances that call or come in to do business, and admits the commute to work can’t be beat! Her advice to members visiting or working with Member Services is to have your LOWA picture ID and completed forms at the ready. You will then be taken care of and “out the door” in no time! Although walk-in service at Member Services is not available currently, as a reminder, Member Services representatives are available from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday and from 9 AM until 1 PM on Saturdays. The Member Services phone number is 540-972-2237.
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Applications to run for the LOWA Board of Directors are due to the General Manager’s Office not later than 4 PM, Thursday, April 30 www.LOWA.org/forms Coronavirus and LOWA Activities
The LOWA General Manager has announced many modifications to LOWA activities and business operations. All activities are subject to change as LOWA heeds advice from the Governor of Virginia (www.governor.virginia. gov), Department of Health (www.vdh.virginia.gov), and the Centers for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov). We encourage members to check LOWA.Org, email blasts, text alerts, and Facebook. For more information visit: www.LOWA.org/ CoronavirusPrevention.
General Manager's Column 1 President Letter 2 Agenda 2 Association News 2-9 Board Minutes 3, 6 Calendar 7-8 Viewpoints 10 Orange County 14 Classifieds 14-15
Thursday, April 30 LOWA Board Applications Due by 4 PM Friday, May 1 LOWA Assessment Due Saturday, May 2 LOWA Regular Board Meeting via Zoom 10 AM, Community Center
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Monarch Butterflies, Bluebirds, (No) Dogs and Non-Golfers on the Golf Course by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, CMCA ®, AMS ®, PCAM ®
I hope you are doing well during the Governor’s Stay at Home Order. I see many of you out getting exercise on the trails, and on the golf course cart path. I was running on the cart path after hours recently and wanted to pass on some observations. Monarch Butterflies. Monarchs are truly beautiful and considered the “king” of the butterflies. Earlier this spring, two areas on golf course property were seeded with Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) and a mixture of perennial wildflowers to benefit the Monarchs. Members can see the habitat areas (1) behind the second green, left of the third fairway, and (2) on the right side of the cart path between the sixth green and the seventh tee. International Golf Maintenance Superintendent Mike Kuhn leads our effort to grow the local Monarch Butterfly population and help reverse the 90% decline of the species over the past two decades. We accomplished this project through enrolling in the Monarchs in The Rough Program, which is sponsored by Audubon International and the Environmental Defense Fund. This program provided the Milkweed seed for free, and IGM acquired the wildflower seed through a local vendor. Read more about the Butterfly Habitat on the Golf Course on Page 5 of this issue. Bluebirds – These sweet little warblers are nature’s mosquito control. Bluebird boxes on the fairways mark 100-yards to the green. LOW Members Beverly and Jim Arnold run the program. Two-thirds of the 19 boxes have eggs or hatchlings this spring. Bluebirds will lay four to five eggs per nesting and they will have up to three nestings per year. Bluebirds depend on hand-made houses due to the lack of dead nestable trees. Now and again a Carolina Chickadee takes nest in a box. The Ladies Golf Association and the Woodworkers Club collaborate to fund and build boxes. The boxes get checked every year from the end of March to the end of August.
See GM Letter on p. 3
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President’s Message by Clifton D. Wilks
I hope that all of you are faring well enough during this ongoing COVID-19 pandemic event. As of April 19, there are 20 cases listed in Orange County. The number of cases, if any, within Lake of the Woods are not reported separately by the health department, nor is the Association made aware of any such cases. However, each of us should act as if there are active cases in our community and take appropriate precautions. The CDC is now recommending the use of cloth face coverings in public settings. They continue to advise everyone to practice good hygiene, wash your hands or use hand sanitizer, avoid touching your face, and wash surfaces. When you are out in public, be mindful of social distancing with those individuals who are not a part of your household. Many of the local stores have placed markers on the floors to help with social distancing. To the extent that you are able and not otherwise ill, get out and take walks, get exercise, and if you are a golfer, play golf. In response to Executive Order 53, the Virginia Governor’s Office published Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), several of which pertain to outdoor recreation: Can I still exercise? Take my family to the park for fresh air? Take a walk around the block?
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“Yes, if you are maintaining a safe social distance of six feet from people who are not a part of your household. Gyms, fitness centers, indoor recreation centers and indoor sports facilities must close.” LOWA’s parks and walking trails remain open for member use, however their facilities, such as picnic tables and basketball courts, are closed. I am the owner of a golf course. What does this mean for my business, including the clubhouse? The answer states, in part:
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’”
“. . . The course itself may remain open, but the ban on gatherings of 10 people Fred Rogers or more applies. Nothing in the Executive Order 53 or 55 impacts outdoor recreation businesses that are not explicitly listed in the Executive Orders. However, we strongly recommend adhering to social distancing recommendations, enhanced sanitizing practices on common surfaces, and applying the relevant workplace guidance from CDC, Occupational and Safety Health, and Virginia Department of Labor and Industry.” In compliance with that order, LOWA closed our Clubhouse restaurant and Fareways to in-person dining. They are open for take-out or delivery service. We also closed Golf-now.com for the time being. However, Members still can invite guests to their residence and to play golf. In addition, we will monitor those Members and guests playing on the golf course to ensure appropriate social distancing, again consistent with Executive Orders 53 & 55. You can view the questions and answers at the following web address: www.virginia.gov/coronavirus/faq/ Be sure to keep abreast of the actions taken by the Association to comply with State Orders at: www.LOWA.org and our Facebook page www. facebook.com/LOWAssociation. The Lake of the Woods community is filled with generous, giving people who routinely help each other. However, in these trying circumstances those outstanding traits and actions have multiplied. We see more of Members
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Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting May 2, 2020 10 AM, Community Center 9:15 a.m. CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 10:00 a.m. 2. OPEN SESSION 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation 2.3 Approval of Agenda 2.4 Approval of Minutes: April 14, 2020 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS AND MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 4. REPORTS 4.1 Report from Orange County Supervisor – Lee Frame 4.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff - Mark Amos 4.3 Report from Security Chief – Scott Walker 4.4 Report from LOW Fire & Rescue President – Jeff Liebold 4.5 Report from Orange County Schools – Jim Hopkins 4.6 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports C. Committee Changes D. Referendum Update 4.7 Report of General Manager A. Coronavirus and LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations B. March Financials C. Lakes Management Report 4.8 Committee Reports A. Elections Committee – Lisa McKinney, Chair 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents for Member Comment the Proposed Amendments to Regulation III, Registered Tenants, Regarding Tenant Check Out Form and Tenant Fee Refund 5.2 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents for Member Comment the Proposed Amendments to Bylaws Article X, Committees, Regarding Formation and Responsibilities of Subcommittees 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Actions Related to COVID-19 LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations A. Fitness Center Closing Review B. Financial Position and Operations and Capital Outlook 6.2 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance 7. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 8. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, May 20, 2020, Community Center, 12:45 pm Executive Session, 2:00 pm Open Session. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, June 10, 2020, Community Center, 1:15 pm Executive Session, 2:00 pm Open Session. 9. ADJOURNMENT The Governor’s Stay At Home Order precludes Members from physically attending BOD Meetings. Instead, Members may either send comments ahead of time to Board@LOWA.Org, or attend the virtual meeting via Zoom. 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.
See President's Letter on p. 5 Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.
Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Cliff Wilks Vice Pres.: Jennifer Zukowski Treasurer: Walt Diercks Secretary: Pete Brown Directors: Heidi Brown Carl Clawson Benita Forrest
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General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org) Assistant General Manager: Chester Guzek (cguzek@LOWA.org) Director of Facilities: Jessie Graves (jgraves@LOWA.org) Director of Finance: Charlie Maneval (cmaneval@LOWA.org)
Editorial Staff President of the Board General Manager Communications Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Communications Assistant: Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Copy Editor Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) Graphics/Layout: Chris Porter (cporter@LOWA.org) LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278
Lake Currents The official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (USPS 872-400) is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-9722278 for details about classified and display advertisements which must be prepaid (unless other arrangements are made). POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508
(No) Dogs. LOW Members love their dogs. I mean LOVE them. We see it at the Dog Park and at the Soggy Doggie Swim. And dogs are terrific; don’t get me wrong. I had a Black Lab (Titus) for years. Dogs just don’t belong on a golf course. Please take them on the trails and streets (on leash and under control) or to the Dog Park, but not the golf course. LOWA Regulations read, “Animals are not permitted on the golf course,” but this is mainly aimed at dogs. Why? Because of possible dog waste, digging, and improper handling. Dog waste is full of bacteria that is detrimental to our lakes. It is common at golf courses to prohibit dogs. Heed the signs and please don’t walk your dog on the golf course. For the complete list of prohibited uses, please reference Regulation IX, Use of the Golf Course, Section A.2. Prohibited Uses. Non-Golfer Walkers/Runners. So, you may ask, I’m a LOW member but I don’t play golf. When can I walk or run on the golf cart path? It is okay to walk on the golf course path after it is closed for play. When you are not sure, the best approach is to call the Pro Shop (540-972-2230) that day. Ask the attendant to tell you the best time and place to walk or run. I like to run on the golf course, but I always wait until after hours and ask the Pro Shop if Front Nine or Back Nine is better. See Regulation IX, Use of the Golf Course, Section A.1 Use. Get out there and see those Monarchs and Bluebirds! Stay strong LOW, as we hope and pray for the reopening of our community buildings and amenities.
Regular Board of Directors Meeting April 14, 2020, Unapproved Minutes 1:15 p.m., Community Center Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
Present Others Clifton Wilks, President Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Jennifer Zukowski, Vice President Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2:00 p.m.) Walter Diercks, Treasurer Phillip Brown, Secretary Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Benita Forrest 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 1:17 p.m. for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts. Motion by Forrest, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 1:45 p.m. 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Call to Order and Recess: President Wilks called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m. and declared a temporary recess at 2:04 p.m. in order to correct a technical problem. The meeting was reconvened at 2:15 p.m. Roll Call: The Recorder confirmed the physical presence of President Wilks, Vice President Zukowski, Secretary P. Brown and General Manager Rodenberg. Directors Diercks, H. Brown, Forrest and Clawson were present via speakerphone.
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2. OPEN SESSION Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 2:16 p.m., and to affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts. 2.2 Confirmation of Quorum and Meeting Notice Secretary P. Brown confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice sent to all members of record. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Agenda. 2.4 Approval of Minutes of the April 4, 2020 Regular Board of Directors Meeting. Motion by P. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the April 4, 2020 Regular Board of Directors meeting. 3. REPORTS 3.1 Reports of Officers President Wilks explained the guidelines for the meeting using Zoom teleconferencing capabilities and how member participation is being accommodated. He called on the General Manager to give an update of changes to community activities and LOWA business practices which were issued on April 6th. A. Coronavirus and LOWA’s Response The General Manager reported that members have responded well to the restrictions put on business practices and community activities. Limited attendance is now allowed at the beaches as long as social distancing and attendance guidelines are followed. Employees have been given masks to use at their discretion. (See GM Report below) B. Executive Session Actions: None C. Committee Changes: None
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Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 7:30 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 8 AM-7 PM daily When the golf course is closed for play, members may use the cart path portion of the golf course for walking/jogging. Maintenance Office: 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Marina – Gas Dock Sat/Sun only: 9:30 AM-5:30 PM Memorial Day: 11:30 AM-6:30 PM 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily: 7 AM-7 PM Closed Wednesdays
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Board Amends Regulation X.C.1.c, h, Use of Lakes, Regarding Ski Flags The Board of Directors at its April 14 meeting approved proposed amendments Regulation X.C.1.c, and X.C.1.h, Use of Lakes, Regarding Ski Flags and downed skier procedures, effective April 24. What is the effect? The revision clarifies use of a ski flag at times other than High Traffic Times when a skier or a tuber has fallen or is preparing to ski or tube. A ski flag shall be mounted or displayed in such a manner as to be visible from every direction when: (a) A skier or tuber is down or a rider has fallen or (b) A skier or tuber is in the water and preparing to ski or tube. The regulation changes also mandate new procedures for tow boat drivers returning to downed skiers or tubers, and specify that fallen skiers or tubers shall, as soon as possible, raise one arm in the air to signal their location to nearby watercraft. No changes were made to the High Traffic Times or spotter requirements. The amendments to the regulations are highlighted in bold and reads as follows: X.
USE OF THE LAKES
A.
Watercraft Operations and Usage
(a) A skier or tuber is down or a rider has fallen or (b) A skier or tuber is in the water and preparing to ski or tube. (2) The ski flag shall 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 will, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated. d. All watercraft operators who tow skiers and floatable devices shall 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 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 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 are being towed by one watercraft and one of the skiers fall, the other skier(s) shall drop his or her towline immediately. g. All persons being towed by watercraft shall wear a U.S. Coast Guard-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 not be used for skiing or tubing. The use of flotation belts alone shall only be 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 or tuber falls, the operator shall immediately go to No Wake Speed and turn around on as small a radius as possible to return to the downed skier or tuber. The operator must attempt to follow the reverse course on the return to the fallen skier or tuber while not entering the path of other watercraft in the immediate area. The towing watercraft shall display the skier-down 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 will, however, exercise precaution commensurate with conditions indicated. Fallen skiers or tubers shall, as soon as possible raise one arm in the air to signal their location to nearby watercraft.
Sections A. and B. remain the same.
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C.
WATER SPORTS ACTIVITIES.
1. WATER SKIING/TUBING. a. Skiers or other towed persons shall NOT be permitted to take off from or land on any beach or pier. b. During High Traffic times (see A. 5.c.) no person shall operate a towing watercraft to pull any person(s) on water skis, tube(s) 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 rear view mirror. c. Ski flag. All watercraft operations involving skiers or tubers on a towable device shall have a ski flag readily available. This flag shall 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. (1) The ski flag shall be mounted or displayed in such a manner as to be visible from every direction when:
Sections C.1.i through C.7 remain the same.
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helping their neighbors and friends, making masks, going to the grocery stores and pharmacies, helping mow grass, or taking care of yards for friends and neighbors. Members contributing more to the local food bank to help those less fortunate. Members transporting neighbors for necessary medical treatments. It is a credit to the people of this community that these actions are not unusual, there are just more of them during this crisis. Thank you to all the helpers in our community.
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At 4 PM Wednesday, April 15, a jogger was hit from behind on Indiantown Road, Virginia Route 603. The jogger was injured, and the driver fled the scene. LOW residents with information about the accident should contact the State Police. The Culpeper Star Exponent reported incorrectly that the accident was in Lake of the Woods, and the article was also published in the Free Lance Star. The mistake has since been corrected online. While the accident was not in the Lake, the circumstances reinforce our ongoing community safety message that 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. The unfortunate accident on Indiantown Road reinforces why we should heed that message. Note: LOWA Communications contacted the State Police and they confirmed that the incident did not take place in Lake of the Woods nor did the pedestrian reside in Lake of the Woods.
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Populations of the Monarch Butterfly have seen a 90% decline over the past two decades. There are several causes for the decline, but the main cause is the urban development of natural areas. Obviously, the development decreases the size of their natural habitat, but it also decreases the populations of the most important native plant to the butterfly’s survival, the Milkweed plant. Milkweed is crucial to the survival of the Monarch butterfly in two ways. Adults will feed from the nectar of the flower. There are lots of flowers that provide adults with nectar, but REVERSE HABITAT LOSS Milkweed is the ONLY plant that an adult will lay eggs on. This is because Milkweed is the ONLY plant that the V Monarch larva will feed on. In the past, Milkweed was commonly found in open fields, swamps, wetlands and pinelands. With urban sprawl, many of these sites have been developed and Milkweed populations started to be confined to small patches along roads and highways. States, cities and municipalities are often unaware of the importance of Milkweed to the Monarch and mow these areas too frequently and too low, resulting in further loss of native Milkweed. Earlier this spring, two areas on LOWA golf course property were seeded with Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) and a mixture of perennial wildflowers. The areas seeded were determined to be adequate sites for a few reasons. They are out of play and can be designated “no mow” areas, and they are close to an irrigation source so that they can be watered in times of drought. Also, the areas are visible to golfers as they traverse the course. With the rainfall we have received of late, the seeds will sprout as the weather continues to warm up. As the plants mature, we will be observing the sites for egg laying and will track the progress. Once the Milkweed has completed its life cycle and its seed pods have developed, those seeds will allow for the continual seasonal survival of the protected areas. We were able to accomplish this project through enrolling in the Monarchs in The Rough program, sponsored by Audubon International and the Environmental Defense Fund. This program provided the Milkweed seed for free; we were able to acquire the wildflower seed through our local vendor. Lastly, this project will complete the objectives outlined by Audubon International for us to achieve Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary for Golf Courses status. For more info visit monarchsintherough.org.
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6.2 Consideration of Approving Amendments to Maintenance and Ecology Charter. (D-20-41) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the amendments to the Maintenance and Ecology Committee Charter. 6.3 Consideration of Actions Related to COVID-19 LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations. A. Member and Member-Guest Play Only at the Golf Course. B. Other Actions Following discussion, the Board and management found no compelling reason to further restrict access to the Golf Course or impose any other changes over and above the current social distancing recommendations and sanitizing of equipment at this time. 6.4 Consideration of Adopting Proposed Amendments to Regulation X.C.1: Use of Lakes, Regarding Ski Flags. (Resolution 2020-11) (D-20-42) Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2020-11, a Policy Resolution, amending LOWA Regulation X.C.1: Use of the Lakes, regarding ski flags, effective April 24, 2020.
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Lake Currents April 24, 2020
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D. Referendum Update Secretary Philip Brown reported that as of April 10th, 2083 Referendum ballots have been returned, 1401 electronic and 682 paper. A reminder to vote was sent with the Assessment billings resulting in an increase in ballot returns. 3.2 Report from the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg On April 6, the General Manager issued further modifications to the LOWA community activities and business operations based on executive orders of Governor Northam to follow health risk and safety guidelines. Changes to LOWA business practices included waiving or delaying certain late fees, credit card use fees and interest charges as approved by the LOWA Board on April 4. Zoom teleconference/virtual technology is being used for essential Board and Committee meetings as needed. Management will continue to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic as it evolves and issue updated advisories to members. Assessment payments are running about 23% behind this year when compared to receipts as of this time last year. Paying by mail this year delays the process by about three days, which may be a factor reflecting the lower returns. Management will continue to monitor payment activity and report any concerns to the Board. Management is reviewing the possibility of taking out an Small Business Association loan through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), since it could potentially provide reimbursement for 8 weeks of payroll expense. The Communications Manager would like to remind members to check the LOWA website and Facebook page, or sign up for E-mail notifications for information and updates on important events and changes to community activities and business operations. In order to compare Friday watercraft volume on the main lake to volume on Saturdays and Sundays, Security staff started collecting video statistics of watercraft traffic between the hours of 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. on the weekend of April 3-5. Weekend monitoring will continue until sufficient data has been collected to determine if there is a need to include Friday in weekend boating restrictions. 3.3 Committee Liaison Reports President Wilks reported that the Rules Committee will meet next week to address several items on their agenda. 3.4 Committee Report A. Golf Committee: Vice Chair Earl Porter submitted a written report which was accepted by the Board. Standing in for Mr. Porter, Bill Halpin commented on the need for remedial work at the 14th hole. The Golf Committee has not yet approved the revised Golf Business Plan although changes to it had been proposed and discussed. (See Item 6.1)
7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Ratifying the Action of the LOWA President to Sign the Rearrangement of Property Boundary Lines Agreement dated April 8, 2020 for Section 5, Lots 83 and 84: and Section 4, Lot 46. (D-20-43) Motion by Forrest, passed unanimously, that the Board ratify the action of LOWA President to sign the Rearrangement of Property Boundary Lines Agreement dated April 8, 2020 for Section 5, Lots 83 and 84; and Section 4, Lot 46. 7.2 Discussion of Sale of Used Picnic Tables to Members. Following discussion, no motion was offered. Useable tables will be redistributed where most needed and the remainder prepared for sale as scrap metal. 8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS Directors commented on the great job management and staff are doing to keep the community safe from health risks and encouraged more members to cast ballots in the Referendum. 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, May 2, 2020 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 9:15 a.m. Open Session: 10:00 a.m. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, May 20, 2020 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 1:15 p.m. Open Session: 2:00 p.m. 10. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 4:43 p. m.
4. PRESENTATIONS 4.1 Lakes Management Implementation Plan Semi-Annual Report Environmental Resources Manager Bobby Jones updated the Board on progress made and current health status of our lakes since his report last October. He covered works completed to date, works in progress, and the results of water quality data collected. Nitrogen and phosphorus nutrient loads remain above EPA standards, while chlorophyll-α in both lakes remains below state threshold levels and is no reason for concern. Water quality improvement remains a long-term goal which will only improve with continued reconstruction of ditches, installation of sediment and nutrient-removing structures and public education focused on reducing pet waste, proper use of phosphorus-free fertilizer and keeping decomposing leaves and grass out of the ditches. 4.2 Patrick Henry Court-to-Small Marina Drainage Improvement Project Status Report. Stormwater Inspector Nick Blankenship summarized a proposed schedule for design and funding sources for construction work in Phase I of this project. A 30% design review by staff and the Board, and a 60% watershed stakeholder meeting have been completed. However, many variables will affect the schedule and costs currently being proposed. Available funding of $500,000 was budgeted for Phase I only, with Phases 2 & 3 estimated to cost $1,077,340. Management continues to work to obtain the necessary easement acquisitions to establish a final design by the fall of this year.
Photos by Dan Reams
These are certainly strange times! A T-Rex and a penguin chase kids across the dam recently.
It’s another beautiful day at the Lake!
5. Member Comments on Business Agenda and Member General Comments Members commented on the Golf Business Plan and the proposed rule changes regarding ski flags and boating safety.
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6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Approving the Golf Business Plan. (D-20-40) Motion by H. Brown that the Board delay approval the FY2020/21 Golf Business Plan until the May 20, 2020 Board meeting. Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, to amend the motion to table approval to the May 20, 2020 Board meeting. Vote on the original motion as amended passed unanimously. President Wilks asked a few Board members to work with him and Assistant General Manager Chester Guzek on an informal basis in the interim to make revisions and prepare the Plan for Board approval next month.
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Meeting Facility Key: CC Community Center CCCR Community Center Classroom CR Community Center Craft Room CH Clubhouse CHGH Clubhouse Great Hall CHPR Clubhouse President’s Room EQ Equestrian Center FW Fareways Cafe FC Fitness Center HF Hollyfield Park LGES Locust Grove Elementary School (Rt. 20) LLCH Lower Level Clubhouse LOWC LOW Church MCR Maintenance Conference Room RR Holcomb Building Reading Room SB Sweetbriar Park ULH Upper Level Holcomb WC Woods Center
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CANCELLATION NOTICE:
LOWA Regular Board Meeting May 2 LOW Church Real Virginia LOWLINC – Lee Frame LOWA Regular Board Meeting May 2
Governor Northam has issued a stay at home order effective through June 10. All committee meetings are therefore canceled except for the Environmental Control (ECC), Legal & Compliance (LCC) and the Rules Committees until after June 10. We will be in touch should the stay at home order be lifted prior to June 10 or extended beyond June 10. Please contact me at 540-395-4816 if you have any concerns. ~Jennifer Zukowski, LOWA Board Vice President
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*MOST EVENTS HAVE BEEN CANCELED THROUGH APRIL 30, AS WE BECOME AWARE OF THESE CANCELLATIONS WE WILL LIST THEM ON www.LOWA.org/Calendar For more information about specific group or activity cancelations, please call the contacts listed below.
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Saturday, May 2 10 AM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC), via Zoom. Info: 540972-2214. Tuesday, May 5 6:30 Wilderness Toastmasters Meeting via Zoom.us. Info: WildernessToastmasters@gmail. com. Sunday, May 10 Happy Mother’s Day!
Calendar
Event Cancellations & Postponements
(This list includes events that were previously published in Lake Currents) DEA Drug Take-Back Day scheduled for April 25 – Canceled. LOW Democratic Club scheduled for April 26 – Postponed. LOW Realtor Open House scheduled for May 3 – Canceled Sailing Club Regatta scheduled for April 25 – Canceled. Sailing Club Spring Series Races - Postponed
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Meditation Class
Terry 540-412-2282
Pickleball Beginner Class
Dave 540-846-1613
Praise & Worship Dance
Sonja 540-972-1734
Senior Softball
John 540-229-7940
Square Dancers Club
Dick/Lynn 703-298-6254
Square DancersLords & Ladies
Ruth/Marty 540-412-2186 Joyce 540-972-1924
Stretch and Flex
Frances 540-972-5435
Volleyball Adult/coed
Michael 540-809-7406
Walkers & Joggers Club
Diane 540-388-2930
Water Fitness
Carol 540-972-6739
Yoga Gentle
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Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Chair
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Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Flow
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Rebekah 908-358-8406
Yoga Rise & Flow
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Bonnie 540-850-8585
Zumba, seniors
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Carolyn 540-972-3306 Karen 262-894-9618
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Joe 540-972-8052/Caroline 540-972-7688
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Bocce Club
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Book Club, LOW
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Chess Club
Jack 540-972-6211
Childhelp Auxiliary
Nancy 540-972-2599
Civic Club Meeting
Pat 540-735-7998
Civil War Study Group
Charles 540-972-2401
Closet Quilters
Maureen 540-972-7010
Coloring Book Club
540-972-9680
Craft Group
Rochelle 540-972-3438
DAR Susannah Chandler
Betty Larson 540-661-7202
Democratic Club
Kerry 540-220-8547
Fire & Rescue Auxiliary
Marguerite 540-972-3681
Fun Bunch 55+
John 540-972-5611
Garden Club
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Knitting & Crocheting
Kathy Bianco Merritt
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Catholic Bible Study Group
Investment Club
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Elba 540-850-8577 (subject to change)
AARP Meeting
Bridge, Wednesday Ladies
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Knowledge Club
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LOW Lioness Club
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LOW Lions Club
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LOW Players
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Mahjongg
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Veterans Club
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Woodworkers Club
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Association News
Golf is Open for Business and Your Enjoyment by Chester Guzek, AGM
Golf is open for business! LOW Golf Club has taken the appropriate steps to help protect our Members while playing an enjoyable round of golf and having a beautiful outdoor experience. The golf staff is also marshalling the course to monitor social distancing rules. If a Marshall stops to talk with you about social distancing, they have your best interests in mind; please be courteous. Here are some of our Social Distancing Guidelines and efforts: • After each cart use, the cart goes through a rigorous sanitizing process. Our staff has done a wonderful job of sanitizing each of our 55 golf carts daily. • Please feel free to ride a cart by yourself to maintain social distancing. However, if you rode to the course with a partner, please ride together in a cart. If you are from the same household, please ride together. • During play, adhere to the social distancing guidelines. While you are teeing off, putting, or playing from the fairway, please maintain 6 foot spacing. Golf Maintenance has turned the putting cup over, so you may experience the warm and fuzzy feeling when a putt goes in the hole. It also eliminates the need to touch the flag stick while retrieving your ball. Rakes and ball washers have been removed from the course to prevent touching • Water coolers have also been removed from the course. Be prepared! Stop by the Fareways Café window to purchase drinks to take with you during play. When coming to play golf, you can be confident that our staff has our Members best interests in mind. Come out and enjoy a great outdoor activity! Please visit the www.LOWA.org/golf to schedule a tee time or call 540-972-2230.
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LOW Republican Club
by Tom Northam, President, LOW Republican Club
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While we are all on shutdown, the LOWRC has been working on several things: 1) Completion of the club formation documents 2) Completion of the LOWRC Bylaws 3) Filling a full slate of executive officers: President, Tom Northam Vice President, Paul Marahrens Secretary, Martha Somerville Treasurer, Laird Knights Press Secretary, Dan Parkinson Sergeant-at-Arms, Richard Kurz 4) We are in the early stages of planning for our Flag Day Family Picnic at the Lion’s Pavilion on June 13 from 11 AM to 4 PM. This is the first of four social events on this year’s calendar. Volunteers contact Louise Marahrens. 5) Creating the LOWRC Website www.lowrepublicanclub.com Areas of interest include: ● Social Events, e.g. meetings, receptions, dinners, celebrations, daytrips. ● Political Outreach, e.g., campaigns, elections, resources ● Legislation, e.g., tracking, Action Alerts, Petitions ● Education and Training, e.g., course development and scheduling ● Communications, e.g., database, website, social media, press 6) Finalizing the LOWRC Database to include the Republicans of Orange County Committee. The LOWRC is open to all Republicans in Lake of the Woods as well as all those residing in Precinct 4 and Precinct 5 of Orange County. Meetings are scheduled at 7 PM on the second Monday of each month at the Community Center. Our meetings will resume following completion of the shutdown. We offer our prayers to all those affected by the current crisis and the healthcare workers and all those who may have lost a loved one.
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We have created and built a house number sign for every season and holiday. We thought we had all possibilities covered until the coronavirus situation occurred. We thought you might enjoy our newest creation. We call it our “Sign of the Times.” Bonnie and David Jackson, 311 Harrison Circle.
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Three letters were submitted to Viewpoints, and all have been printed. Lake Currents prints all Viewpoints submitted that meet Viewpoints Guidelines. The comments and opinions offered by individual members do not necessarily reflect the views of the Association. Letters for publication should be limited to 175 words or less, be submitted by a member in good standing with the association, and emailed to LakeCurrents@LOWA.org. Letters are published as submitted and not subject to editing, except where required to conform to Board approved guidelines. Letters must include writer’s name, lot and section number.
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At this critical time when most of us are separated to promote community health, we are drawn together by the needs of our neighbors. The Lake of the Woods Church has many community missions programs to help our neighbors during normal times, and especially during periods of crisis. We help with utility bills, provide counseling, support our area students and their families with our Outside the Box feeding ministry and the Good News Club on-line. We also provide donations and volunteer hours to the Wilderness Food Pantry, and minister to health needs at the Living Water Community Clinic. Many neighbors have lost their jobs and employer-provided medical insurance. This has brought many more patients to LWCC, with new calls each day from those in need of care, but unable to afford it. LWCC is now celebrating its fourth anniversary of community care. The new dental clinic is projected to open this fall, and donations now are enabling modern dental equipment to be obtained and installed. We are fortunate not to have any coronavirus patients so far. We have updated our protocols to ensure each patient receives safe, effective, and compassionate care while keeping staff volunteers healthy. Our partnership with local physicians and communication with other community clinics – the Orange Free Clinic and the Culpeper Clinic – will ensure that COVID-19 patients will get necessary care and testing. Another key activity in this time of need is preparing food boxes for students and their families with our Outside the Box ministry each Monday at LOWC and LWCC. In combination with the Orange County Public School student meals program, each Thursday at the Local Grove Middle School, the church supports the goal that families should have enough food to last for the entire week. We need your help. We appreciate your prayers and your donation of time, food, and financial support. For more information on how you can help, contact Debbie McInnis, Executive Director, Living Water Community Clinic at 540-854-5922, or LOWC Senior Associate Pastor Adam Colson, at 540972-9060 and/or www.lowchurch.com.
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(L-R) Volunteer Jim Ryan and LOW Church Senior Associate Pastor Adam Colson distribute food to clients at the Living Water Community Clinic.
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Notices
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. Cause 4 Paws. We need volunteer foster homes, monetary donations and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations may be tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations can be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more info, see us on Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-485-4181 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW F&R Directory. Cost is $10 at LOWA Member Services, Holcomb Bldg. Sales benefit F&R. To advertise in the Directory, please contact Bob Schwab at schwabby1@ comcast.net or 540-972-3681. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 AM to 2 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted at our book sales and on Mondays from 9:30 to 11 AM. No reference or textbooks please. Info: Ann, 540972-4338; Sherri, 540-412-9854; or Helene, 540-412-0798.
Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove Town Center (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite H) offers free medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in Orange, Spotsylvania, and Culpeper counties. Medical care available on Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM. Call 540-854-5922 for appointments. Volunteers Needed. Info: 540-854-5922, Suzanne. LOWLINC - Non-profit membership service organization dedicated to enabling seniors at the lake to continue living fully and independently in their homes. Volunteer services provided: transportation, light home maintenance, computer assistance, check-in calls, friendly visits and referrals to screened service providers. Fee-based. Opportunities to volunteer, too. Info: 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. Usually open the first and third Fridays from 9 AM-noon, the second Wednesday from 4-6 PM and the last Saturday from 9-11 AM. Please call: 888-5089274 to confirm schedule and to check for special opening dates and times. Mail contributions to Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Stan, 540-412-9854. LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Equipment can generally be picked up and returned 9 AM to noon Saturdays at the Lions Building near the LOW trash compactor. Lions also gratefully receive donations of used equipment, in clean and good condition, that can be readily used by others. For immediate needs, please contact Dave at 540-9722125 or Deb at 919-412-0351. If contacts are not immediately available, please leave message and we will return your call.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Mon, Wed, Fri, at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060. Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060. Dementia Memory Café: Second Wednesdays, 2:30 PM, Country Cookin’, 247 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper. This is a social event where the person with dementia and/or the caregiver(s) are welcome to come discuss issues. Contact Bonnie at 540-547-4824 or bonnired@comcast.net. Dementia Support Groups: Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Home Instead Senior Care, 111 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 101, Fredericksburg; Mondays, 11 AM-12:30 PM, England Run Library, 806 Lyons Blvd, Fredericksburg. Info: Ginny Biggs, gbiggs@agingtogether.org. Divorce Care Support Group Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM, at the LOW Church Library. For more information, contact Mike Lemay at 540-972-9060 or email mike@ lowchurch.org. Grief Support Group: Griefshare is a free worldwide Biblebased support group to help you through your grief journey after the loss of a loved one. We meet twice a year for 13-week sessions of videos and discussions at the LOW Church. For info, please call 540972-9060 or www.lowchurch.org.
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LOW Lions Medical Equipment Loan Program seeks donations of wheelchairs and rollators in working condition to share with neighbors in need. Donate at Velona Building (by compactor) any Saturday from 9 AM to noon, or call Lion Mark at 540-4126694, Lion Deb at 919-412-0351, or Lion Dave at 540-972-2125 to schedule a pick-up. If you or a family member need a walker, shower bench, bedside commode, or other medical equipment, the Lions are here for you! Lions Furniture Pickup and Yard Sale. The LOW Lions accept donations of furniture and merchandise at the Velona Building (Shoosmith Road, near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 8 to11 AM. To arrange for donation pickup, call Doug at 540-495-0640. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations may be tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon. O. C. Humane Society. Volunteers needed to assist with our Trap/Neuter/Return program, our Voicemail team, updating our Facebook page, writing articles for our Newsletter, etc., or serving on our Board of Directors. For more information, please contact 540-972-5556 or OrangeCountyHumaneSocieyVa. org. We have been a 501c3 charitable organization in Orange County for 60+ years. Donations may be tax deductible; please mail to OCHSVA, P.O. Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508
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by Fred Pulis, Member, LOW Veterans Club One element of the LOW Veterans Club mission is to educate members and non-affiliated veterans about benefits available to them. Numerous changes have been made by the Federal Government concerning burial and survivor benefits. Any veteran who was discharged under conditions other than dishonorable from any of the Armed Forces is eligible for burial in a Veterans Affairs National Cemetery. A minimum of 24 months of active duty is required if a veteran’s service was after Sept. 7, 1980. The Veterans Administration does not pay burial benefits if the deceased died during active military service or was a member of Congress at time of death or was a Federal prisoner. Upon request, the VA will make eligibility determinations for burial in a VA National Cemetery in advance of need. Veterans are entitled to burial in any open cemetery which includes opening/closing of the grave, a government furnished grave liner, perpetual care of the gravesite, and a government furnished upright headstone or flat marker at no cost to the family. The new burial regulations will permit the VA to pay a flat rate for survivor allowances, enabling the VA to automate payments of burial benefits to eligible surviving spouses and decrease the time required to process other benefit claims. If the veteran died on or after Oct. 1, 2017, the spouse and dependent survivors will receive a $300 burial allowance and $762 for a burial plot. Prior to that date, the survivor benefit is the same for burial allowance, but the VA would pay a plot allowance of $749. An eligible survivor can apply online at Vets.gov or by filling out VA Form 21P-530, Application for Burial Allowance, and mail it to the Pension Management Center that serves your state. You should attach a copy of the deceased veteran’s DD Form 214 and the appropriate death certificate. The Veterans Club scheduled meeting for April has been cancelled. For information about the Veterans Club and its activities, please contact club president Dan Greene at 540-972-0153 or email at greene7841@gmail.com.
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Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment, and on Tues. evenings (walk-in). 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540672-0793. Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tuesday, every other month from noon to 6 PM. Next drive is July 28 in the Community Center. You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www.redcrossblood.org for more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walk-ins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Christy, 540-412-2470.
Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060. 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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Orange County Supervisor’s Letter
by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor Recently, the Orange County Schools hosted a forum of the Virginia School Board Association and I was invited to attend. Attendees included VSBA staff, school board members from other school systems, and other officials from our county. In addition to the dinner and presentation of student art awards, attendees were taken on a tour of the Hornet Center for Innovation. The Center includes facilities for Manufacturing/ Mechatronics, Technology Transfer, Graphic Design, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Architecture, Engineering, Robotics, and labs. Equipment such as laser engravers, 3D printers and other advanced technology systems were available for student use and learning. The visit also included a tour of the school’s new STEM bus, a mobile classroom for teaching and hands-on experience of science, technology, engineering and math technologies for all levels. We also visited the high school’s library, designed by one of the students. The school store selling Hornet items such as sweaters, jackets, shirts, and other school or club products was run by students actively engaged in learning about marketing. All these facilities were briefed by the students themselves, who were knowledgeable, well-spoken, and enthusiastic about their disciplines. Personally, I was able to understand only a small part of what these students were explaining. However, it was evident that the Orange County Schools are providing outstanding opportunities for our youth to move into productive lives and occupations. At a recent Supervisor meeting, the deadline for appealing property reassessments before the Board of Equalization was extended to May 15. The date was delayed from the original March 31 deadline because countywide reassessment information for comparison was not available to the public. County offices were closed to the public due to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and reassessment information was contained at the Commissioner of Revenue office. The updated reassessment information is now on the GIS section of the county website, so you can see how your reassessed property value compares to others similar properties. To appeal, owners must attempt to prove that a property’s description is inaccurate, or the value is inequitable when compared to similar property types. State law puts the burden of proof on the owner to show that the assessment is incorrect. The appeal process and the form for an appeal are available on the website under the Commissioner of Revenue page. The April 14 Supervisor meeting was held using Zoom and streamed live on YouTube. At my last check, it was still available at https://www.youtube. com/channel/UCnL_EM-IgrXYdfKcPI8-jOQ. Part of the meeting was a public hearing on the adoption of an ordinance on the continuity of government operations. The details of that ordinance are on the county website under the agenda for the April 14 meeting. Because people did not have the opportunity to directly comment on the ordinance, the public hearing is held open until the April 28 meeting, so that written or email comments can be provided. If anyone watched any part of the meeting, I would appreciate any comments that you might have about this electronic meeting. If you have questions about county government or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at leeframe@ orangecountyva.gov. Deadline for submissions to the May 8 issue of Lake Currents is April 27. Deadline for submissions to the May 22 issue of Lake Currents is May 11.
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3 LOTS For SALE in Section 7. Lot # 24, 25 and 27, near small marina/back gate. 45k per lot. Purchase before Labor Day, 35k per lot. Contact Larry at 202-302-6216 or 540-972-0922, for more details.
Services 1 CALL ABOVE All A+ BBB Rated, Ask Luke Zello Takes Care of It All. A Best of the Burg multiple category Top 5, Home Depot Pro Referral, Class A Licensed & Insured family operated company, 20+ year LOWA residents. Our professional tradesmen love to work and we donate heavily to a home in India that rescues the smallest victims of human trafficking. Protect yourself. Before you hire, verify licensed contractors at www.dpor.va.gov/LicenseLookup. See All of our classifieds & give us a call. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 1 CALL ABOVE All Johnny B Quick Services. Leaf Removal, Mulching, Tree removal, Painting inside and out, Heating Repair, Junk Removal and more. Call our team at 540-903-5369. 24 HOUR EMERGENCY Service and Storm Damage Repairs. We work with your insurance! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 30+ YEARS RESIDENT. Animal Care and House Cleaning. Call Linda 540-220-2138. A&T ENTERPRISES - Most repairs and upgrades. New toilets and water heaters. Deck repairs, power washing. Full bath remodel. No job too small. In LOW since 2012. References: Terry 412-760-4593. A/C & HEATING Installation/Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ADDITIONS, ROOF Replacement, Kitchen/Bath Remodel, Deck. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW. AIRPORT CONNECTIONS We drive you to/from IAD, DCA, RIC, BWI airports. Reliable service. Reasonable rates. 540-273-2627. ALL HOME IMPROVEMENTS, all flooring, decks, basement finishing, roofing, painting, bath and kitchen remodeling, power washing, house and garage cleanouts, additions, house building. Gutter Cleaning and Install Seamless Gutters. Have small backhoe for digging drain pipes and drain tiles. Licensed and insured. Call Jerry at 540-840-2248 for free estimates. ALMIGHTY LANDSCAPING & Lawnservice. Stump grinding, Mulching, Hedge Trimming, Yard Work, Fertilizing, Call Danny 703587-7122.
ANTIQUE CLOCK Repair, grandfathers, electric, and battery. LOW resident. Call Hunter, 540219-7324. ARE YOU Just thinking about selling in 2020. Market is strong, inventory is low. For no obligation consultation call or email Vassa Olson w/United Real Estate Premier. Serving LOW homeowners since 1991. Vassaatthelake@gmail. com or 540-840-9444. ARE YOU looking to get your house cleaned? Need someone who is affordable? I offer the best service at a reasonable price! I’m living in the lake and I have special treatment for my neighbors retired people! Give me a call and we’ll get a great deal! Wanda 434-825-3774. ASK LOGAN about our Discount Prices on Leaf Removal, Mulching, Junk Removal, and Moving. Call Johnny B Quick, 540-903-5473. ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Improvement and Repairs, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BARBARA’S CLEANING. Regular, Move-in or out, or One-time Cleanings are welcome. Baths & Kitchens a specialty. 540-672-8069. BASEMENT BUILDOUT, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BRICK/STONE Masonry Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. BULKHEADS and DOCKS, Boat Slips, Ground Level Decks, Wood Walkways, Lake Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. We are Licensed and fully Insured. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else (uninsured) to do your job. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build year-round and do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, LOW Kayak Dock and Meadow Farms Golf Course. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. LOW Resident. CAREGIVER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT - Take charge State Certified Insured Nurses Aid. Can manage all the patients needs. No worries when you need short term or long term care. LOW resident. Diane, 540-388-2930. CARPENTRY, FRAMING or Custom Build-ins. Call Mark 540845-1816. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.
contractors that mark-up materials and subcontractors. I am personally on every job working beside my guys. Show me a proposal by a licensed and insured contractor and I will beat their estimate. L.O.W. resident for 11 years. Free estimates. Credit cards accepted with 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. MORTGAGE LOANS. LOW resident. Buying or refinancing, great rates! Call Colin 703-309-9770 or email colin.grote@gmail.com. Free reviews of existing loans. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MULCH DELIVERY - Doubleshredded hardwood. Call Brian, 540-219-7660 or 540-672-0355. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. MULCHING 4 The BEST Price, Ask Logan at Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5473. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. Onsite, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-288-8564. P&D HANDYMAN Services 804-200-3556 Serving LOW Since 2018. Power washing, Painting, Gutter cleaning, Carpentry, Window cleaning. 30 yrs experience. PAINTING - INTERIOR and Exterior. Never sprayed, always rolled to give you better coverage and a better finish. Call Mark 540845-1816. PAINTING & DECORATING - Interior/Exterior, Residential/ Commercial, Dry Wall Repairs, Power Washing, Free Estimates. Albert L. White, 540-399-1777. PAINTING and DRYWALL Repair. Call Johnny B. Quick, 540903-5369. PAINTING- PIONEER Painting: 30 years in business, licensed and insured, A+ rating on Angie’s List. Call 540-220-8439 for free estimate. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-4063589. PLUMBING PROBLEMS? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. POWER WASHING- Go from green to clean. Call 540-642-2349 for estimates or email: jnave@ comcast.net. Licensed/Insured. 10% Discount for seniors and military. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. REMODEL - YOU have an idea? We’ll make it a reality. Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements. Call Mark 540-845-1816. REPAIRS & ROOFING. Install new and repair any small roof issues-don’t wait until they cause extensive damage. Skylights, Seamless Gutters. Best warranty. 540-972-9444 or lakescapes.llc@gmail.com. ROOF LEAKING - Give us a call
for a free estimate. Leaky roof or new, we’ve got you covered. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOFING and REPAIRS - We guarantee to save you $500 or more verses competitors on roof replacements. Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. SELLING? DON’T want the stress/expense of fixing & waiting for your house to sell when you could close in two weeks? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-7357977. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLP, - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-9075800 or talkingbird@comcast.net. Fully insured and Free estimates. Veterans 10% off. TREE CARE/REMOVAL - Premier Arbor Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794. TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WATER / SEWER LINE replacement and repair. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WE BUY Houses & Fix yours! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Repairs and Replacement. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW.
For Sale FRESH EGGS for Sale. 6 1/2 miles West of LOW. 540-672-8069. LANDSCAPING BLOCKS For Sale $.50 cents each. Call 540-212-1102
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GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. GUTTER GUARDS, gutter cleaning, gutter repairs and home repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Home Owner. Kenny Skeen, 540972-4326. HANDYMAN PLUS - 33 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 20 years. I don’t claim to know it all, and I can’t do it all, but what I can do, I do well. To inquire and for a free estimate, call Erich 972-2664. HANDYMAN SERVICES and Remodeling. Local and Reasonable Prices! 35+ years. Skilled and Experienced. Everything on your “To-Do-List.” Call Raymond at 540604-1343. HOME REPAIRS - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. HOME REPAIRS, Call Mark 540845-1816. INSULATION - GARAGE/ Basements/Attic/Crawl Space. Call Mark 540-845-1816. JORDANS LAWN & Landscaping - Spring Cleanup Specials! Any of your lawn, landscape and tree needs. Leaf Removal, Gutter Cleaning, Pressure Washing. Call 540-229-2678. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. JUNK REMOVAL Fast, Call Johnny B. Quick 540-903-5369. LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, Installation, Maintenance. Professional Tree Removal. Excavations- basements, water lines, lot clearing. Residential, Commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540-656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@gmail.com. LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LANDSCAPING - PREMIER Arbor Services LLC. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming, mulching, stone work. 540-718-3794. LANDSCAPING MULCH, doubleshredded hardwood. Delivered on dump truck, 17 cu.yds. or 10 cu.yd. size loads. 540-825-1472. LAWN MOWING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL and Gutter Cleaning, Call Johnny B. Quick, 540-903-5369. LEAF REMOVAL, 101HP Diesel ODB Municipal 16” Leaf Vacuum. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL/Yard Clean-up. Call Mark 540-845-1816. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. M.A.N.’s DRYWALL & REMODELING, LLC. Drywall and remodeling company. When you see the name Mark throughout these ads it is tied to my company. All work guaranteed for at least 1-year. Insured for your peace of mind. Don’t fall for
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CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com. CLEANING DONE Right! Over 20 years experience. All supplies included. Free estimates. Call Maid4-Hire, Theresa 540-920-8277. COMPLETE LAWN Care Mowing, Weed-Eating, Mulching, Tree Removal, Fertilization, Hedge Trimming. Fully insured, free estimates, references upon request. 540-308-8072, Stanley Lawn Care, Travis Stanley. COMPUTER REPAIR - Inclusive IT support: virus removal, data recovery, startup and internet issues, cracked screens, backups and more. 8 years supporting LOW 540-656-7571, Support@ TechSense.tk. CONCRETE MASONRY Driveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. CONTRACTOR - CHECK http:// www.dpor.virginia.gov to verify licensed contractors. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CONTRACTOR - HIRE a Professional without all the material and subcontractor mark-ups. Credit cards accepted 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. CRAWLSPACE WATER Issues? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CULVERT REPLACEMENT Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DAN’S PLUMBING, 24-hour emergency service, water heaters, drain cleaning, faucets, service and repair. 540-242-1532. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING/Painting/ Sealing. Call Mark 540-845-1816. DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, decks. Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! Resident since 1967. 540-2202764. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRYWALL - NEW Drywall or Repair Work. Call Mark 540-8451816. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Call Mark 540-845-1816. FASCIA/SOFFIT Rot, Call Mark 540-845-1816. FLOORING - HARDWOOD/Tile/ Laminates. Call Mark 540-845-1816. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. FREE ROOF Inspections, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. GARY’S OUTDOOR Service - Grass Cutting, Landscaping, Gutters, Pressure Washing. Call 540-229-5959.
HELP WANTED: 2 laborers to work summer starting May 1st. Call Almer at 807-467-1915 or Lisa at 402-421-9222.
Misc. NURSE AIDE COURSE. $1195 includes tuition, books, PPD, background check, drug screening, CPR, uniform, B/P cuff. Next Start Date: June 27, 2020. Info: 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. 15
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