The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 19, No. 18
540.972.2237
LOWA.org
General Manager Proposed FY 2022-2023 Budget Presentation Via Zoom by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, ® CMCA, ® AMS, ® PCAM
On Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 7 PM, I will be holding the General Manager Proposed 2022-2023 Budget Presentation via Zoom. You can find the Zoom information at www.LOWA.org/Budgets or in the yellow box below. This presentation is open to all LOWA Members. I will present the latest version of the Proposed Operating Budget, Contribution to Reserves, and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023, and Fee Schedule Changes which begin May 1, 2022 (the “Revised FY22 Budget”). Based on my current assumptions, the Revised FY22 Budget reflects an annual assessment increase of $121 (7%), from $1,739 to $1,860. This increase is driven by many factors, including assumptions for rising inflation, mandatory minimum wage increases, and the addition of a stormwater management crew. In addition, the results from this year’s Reserve Study review and Condition Assessment required additional funds be set aside for future capital equipment repair and replacement. To help offset the increase to the overall Membership, we have incorporated numerous fee schedule changes for individual amenities and activities. The goal of the Jan. 18 presentation is to discuss the increase in more detail, and to provide an opportunity for you, as Members, to better understand the various components of the budget. Members will have additional opportunities to provide input at the Feb. 5 and Feb. 16 Board meetings. The Budget approval timeline is as follows: • Jan. 19: GM Presents the Proposed FY22-23 Budget to the Board of Directors • Jan. 21: Deadline for Board Members to submit their budget amendments to the General Manager. • Jan. 28: The proposed budget is uploaded to LOWA.org and published in Lake Currents. • Feb. 5: the Board of Directors will vote on the amendments • Feb. 16: Board votes to approve the final FY22-23 Budget and related Fee Schedules • March 15: The final approved budget is uploaded to the website and the Budget in Brief summary will be in Lake Currents.
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January 14, 2022
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I encourage all members to take advantage of these opportunities to get involved in the budget process, and I hope to see you via Zoom on Jan. 18. If you have feedback about the budget, please email GMOffice@LOWA.org.
President's Letter Agenda Association News Board Minutes General Manager Calendar Viewpoints Orange County Classifieds
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Jan. 1-18 Clubhouse closed for Maintenance Reopens Jan. 19
LOWA Website Links TEKControl (Visitor Management) LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL
Monday, Jan. 17 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day LOWA Offices closed LOW Trash Compactor closed
LOWA Coronavirus Prevention Info www.LOWA.org/CoronavirusPrevention
Wednesday, Jan. 19 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center, Zoom Saturday, Feb. 5 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 10 AM, Community Center, Zoom
Tuesday January 18 7 PM General Manager Proposed FY 2022-2023 Budget Presentation Via Zoom (only)
Join Zoom Meeting visit www.LOWA.org/Budgets and log in for the zoom information.
Association News Lake Currents January 14, 2022
President’s Letter New Year – New Resolutions by Pete Brown
It is that time when we all plan how we will make the upcoming year better through our personal New Year’s resolutions. More on this in a minute. If 2020 was a terrible year, 2021 was the year that really yanked our chains. Ups and downs, joys and disappointments followed each other at many turns. Overall, things were much better for our amenities. We had steady growth right up until the end. Covid raised its head and put the kibosh on New Year’s Eve at the Clubhouse. Our management made the right decision in canceling the event, having the safety of our members in mind. Our budget process continues with a cautious optimism for 2022. Safety is always a priority in our community. Behind the scenes, planning goes on for events such as a potential emergency incident at either of our two dams. On Dec. 17, LOWA staged an unannounced mock on-site drill for our employees. Roads, buildings, and grounds crew were given the surprise alarm and staged heavy equipment, loads of rocks, materials, and personnel at the site at Veterans’ Dam, as would be needed in an actual event, within 23 minutes! Management evaluated the response and will implement additional procedures to improve the response time even more. In a real event, there is a well-planned phone chain involving multiple agencies, fire and rescue, and law enforcement and a notification process for persons in the flood inundation zone. We are grateful that our responsibilities are taken so seriously. I hope your New Year’s resolutions are doable. My diet plans barely last until February. I have been inspired by the volunteer groups we have in LOWA. Their work to benefit others can be an inspiration for realistic resolutions for the rest of us. We can be more helpful to neighbors and friends. Something as simple as picking up tree branches or raking a neighbor’s ditch, picking up the newspaper for an elderly neighbor, or offering to run errands is something we can all do. Anything you can do to help someone else is a lot easier than a diet! Happy New Year! (Editor’s note: This article was submitted prior to Winter Storm Frida.)
Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting January 19, 2022 2 PM, Community Center, Zoom 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: January 11, 2022 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS AND MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 4. PRESENTATION 4.1 Mid-Year Capital Plan Report - Bobby Jones, Director of Finance Join Zoom Meeting
5. REPORTS visit www.LOWA.org/Agendas to log in 5.1 Officer Reports and view the Zoom information A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Changes 5.2 General Manager Report A. Coronavirus and LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations B. December Financials C. Budget Update 5.3 Committee Liaison Reports 5.4 Committee Reports A. Fareways Committee – Tim Grant, Chair B. Rules Committee – Kurt Heinz, Chair 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Discussion of Sending to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney Proposed Amendments to Regulation X, Use of Lakes, Regarding NonConventional Watercraft 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Discussion of Adopting an Updated COVID-19 Policy 7.2 Consideration of Granting Licenses for Fitness Center Use to County of Orange Fire and Emergency Medical Services Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company, and Allied Universal Security Services Inc.
Photo by Patrick Chaffin
Winter Storm Frida hit our region hard, and we all faced many challenges over the past week. However, there have been many instances of neighbors helping neighbors. LOWA would like to feature some of those wonderful stories in the Jan. 28 issue of Lake Currents. Please email your stories to LakeCurrents@LOWA.org by Monday, Jan. 17. Please keep your story to around 200-300 words so that we can include as many as possible. Photos are welcome, but not guaranteed; we will try to include them if we have space.
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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Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.
General Manager:
Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org)
Director of Facilities: James "Bobby" Jones (jjones@LOWA.org)
Director of Finance:
Charlie Maneval (cmaneval@LOWA.org)
8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, February 5, 2022, Community Center, 9 AM Executive Session, 10 AM Open Session • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, February 16, 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.
LOWA Will Long Remember Winter Storm Frida
Regular Board of Directors Meeting December 15, 2021, Unapproved Minutes 12:30 p.m., Clubhouse Note: These minutes are provided to members for review
Present Phillip Brown, President Teri Vickery, Vice President Walter Diercks, Treasurer Richard Rappoport, Secretary Jennifer Zukowski Clifton Wilks Carl Clawson
Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2:00 p.m.)
Call to Order 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 12:34 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 and considering contracts. Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 2:00 p.m.
4. PRESENTATIONS 4.1 Lakes and Stormwater Management Plan Don Rissmeyer P.E., CFM with A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. (AMT) updated the Board on the 2021 Lakes and Stormwater Management Plan that will be used to guide LOWA over the next 10-20 years. The comprehensive study included study goals, regulatory enforcement, stormwater maintenance, waste management, lake water chemistry, aquatic vegetation, stream stabilization, fishery health and funding of a 20-year Master Plan. AMT expects to finalize the plan with their recommendations by December 31, 2021, for consideration of adoption by the Board in January. Mr. Rissmeyer responded to questions from the Board. Recess: President Brown called for a 10-minute recess at 3:33 p.m.,
New Year’s Day 2022 was soon overshadowed, as LOW and our entire region faced Winter Storm Frida. The year’s first storm came on Jan. 3, with heavy snow as deep at 14 inches that snapped trees and power poles, and interrupted power, phone, and internet connections. Many of you suffered through days of no power and no heat. As we get back to normal operations, the Board of Directors and Management at LOWA have been getting a lot of feedback from members that is useful for lessons learned, and I wanted to provide my perspective. During the storm, members wanted to report damage and to get information. LOWA Communications sent storm updates every day, sometimes more than once a day. Frida, a named storm that triggered the Governor to declare a statewide emergency, was like no other I’ve seen in my 10 years at LOWA. I’m left with the image of all those broken tree limbs and entangled utility wires. LOWA used its tried-and-true Snow Removal Plan (see the Dec. 17 Lake Currents). We have an experienced Maintenance Crew, reliable vehicles and equipment, and stockpiles of sand and salt. The big difference between this snowstorm and others is the devastation of broken trees in the wires. LOWA snowplow crews normally push toppled trees out of the way with their heavy equipment and keep going. However, when trees are in power lines, they must wait for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative and other right of way easement utility companies to do their work first. Such was the case with Frida. 10 Takeaways: 1. Bravo Maintenance! Our crews worked non-stop with 12 hours on/12 hours off shifts to clear the roads, mail stations, and parking lots. Many crew members experienced the same power outages and same concerns for their family’s welfare concerns as you did. By Thursday, many were feeling the effects of a long, cold week. 2. Thank you to REC for recognizing the immensity of the task and pulling in crews from Wolf Tree, Inc., and utilities from other states. REC priorities were to (1) repair primary lines by Jan. 7, (2) fix downed lines by Jan. 9 and (3) repair individual home service by the week of Jan. 1014. LOWA sent storm updates with links to www.myrec.coop, which REC constantly updated. 3. Thank you to LOWA Security for over a hundred wellness checks to member homes and numerous good deeds to help members get through the week. 4. Thank you to members who generously helped their neighbors. I heard several stories of sharing hot meals and warm friendship on those sub-32degree nights. Many of you checked in on your senior neighbors to make sure they were okay. These are what I call Lake of the Woods moments. 5. Thank you to Orange County for opening a warming center at Locust Grove Elementary School. Schools are the best facilities for these events, with ample room, backup power, multiple restrooms and, if needed, large kitchens.
See December 15 Board Minutes on p. 10 Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-972-2237, press 0. Email: Frontdesk@LOWA.org M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM Limited Walk-in service Vehicle Bar Code Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri: 2-4:30 PM Tues, Thurs, Sat: 10 AM-noon Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Closed Jan. 1-18, for maintenance 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
Amenities
ECC Office: 540-972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM Equestrian Center: 540-972-2238 M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM (Appt. required) Sat/Sun 9 AM-5 PM Lessons/Pony Rides by appt. Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 M, Tu, F, Sat, 8 AM-7 PM W, Th, 8 AM-9 PM Sun: 8 AM-6 PM *Last order will be taken 1-hour before closing time. Last call for alcohol will be 30 minutes before closing. Menu: www.LOWA.org/Fareways
Fitness Center: 540-412-6016 Daily: 5 AM-11 PM Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 8:30 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 9 AM daily Maintenance Office: 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM 9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily: 7 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays Pickleball: Paul Jacobson, 630-715-5657 Outdoor Courts available 7 AM-11 PM
Lake Currents January 14, 2022
2. OPEN SESSION Pledge of Allegiance 2.1 Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board enter into Open Session at 2:07 p.m. and affirm that the Board met earlier today 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 and considering contracts. 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 November 16, 2021. Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the minutes of the November 16, 2021 Board meeting. 3. Member Comments on Business Agenda and General Member Comments Two members commented on outside play and setting Tee-time Schedules at the Golf Course.
by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, ® CMCA, ® AMS, ® PCAM
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See General Manager on p. 12 Security/Front Gate: 540-972-2210 or 540-972-2020 LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL Tennis: Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM-11 PM Trash: LOW Compactor Site 540-672-9600 M, TU, TH, F, 7:30 AM-7 PM Sat 8 AM-5 PM; Sun 9 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays and holidays County Waste: 540-727-0887 Curbside trash recycling/collection: Wednesdays 3
Association News Lake Currents January 14, 2022
Board Seeks Member Input on Amending Regulation V.B, C, and K, Use of Individually-Owned Property Regarding Vehicles with Advertisements Parked on Private Lots The Board of Directors is seeking member comment regarding proposed amendments to Regulation V.B, C, and K, Use of Individually-Owned Property Regarding Vehicles with Advertisements Parked on Private Lots. Members who wish to provide comment or feedback should email the Board at Board@ LOWA.org by January 28, 2022 What is proposed? Amending LOWA Reg V.B, C, and K. Why? To clarify what constitutes an advertisement on a vehicle on a residential lot, to reinforce that such advertisements are prohibited, and to explain possible acceptable remedies. Who proposed it? The General Manager and the LOWA attorney, with input from the Rules and Environmental Control Committees, and further input from Director Dierks. What is the effect? Any vehicle displaying an advertisement, including words and/or graphics, on a residential lot is prohibited, unless screened, garaged, or covered so as not to be visible. The proposed amendment(s) to Regulation XVII, Use of the Community Center reads as follows: (changes are shown with bold and strike thru) a truck with a pickup style body. (8/4/2018) V. USE OF PROPERTY--INDIVIDUALLY OWNED AND LOWA b. Any truck with a flat bed, or dump body. (8/4/2018) OWNED PROPERTY c. Any van with a higher than standard top or with a wider than a cab body except a Sprinter or similar van used for residential purposes. (8/4/2018) B. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND TRAILERS OF ANY KIND d. Any truck with a utility body or vehicles with commercial (Effective May 1, 2016) markings (writing and or graphics) or with ladders 1. No recreational vehicle configured for living accommodations or commercial equipment visible from or on the (motorized or other) shall be parked, placed or stored on any exterior of the vehicle except those housed in an ECC LOW residential lot. Individual variances may be granted approved garage or sufficiently screened from view by the ECC. Limited temporary parking may be permitted from the street, lake and golf course. Those vehicles at the discretion of the ECC, for the purpose of loading or are complying if screened using ECC approved unloading and seasonal cleaning and maintenance: duration covers, decorative sections of lattice, and or privacy usually not to exceed four (4) days. (3/16/2016) landscaping plants. Blank magnetic signs may also be 2. Under no circumstances shall any recreational vehicle used to cover commercial markings while parked on any (motorized or other) be used as living accommodations while LOW residential lot to meet compliance requirements. parked, placed or stored on any residential lot, or any other (8/4/2018) area in LOW other than the Campgrounds. (3/16/2016) e. Farm-license vehicles, farm and landscape equipment, 3. Other vehicles including but not limited to boats, other which may not be kept on any lot overnight or longer watercraft, trailers of any kind or nature whether recreational except during and in connection with approved or nonrecreational, including but not limited to, boat trailers, construction projects on that lot. (8/4/2018) work trailers, construction trailers and all other trailers (open f. For any vehicle parked, placed or stored on a residential or closed) may be parked, placed or stored on residential lot that displays an advertisement (writing and/or lots in locations where the vehicle or trailer is reasonably graphics), such a display on a vehicle constitutes a inconspicuous, primarily from the roads and secondarily “sign” according to Restrictive Covenants 8.A (g) and from the lakes and golf course. A vehicle or trailer may be is prohibited unless the vehicle on which the sign considered as reasonably inconspicuous through use of is displayed is garaged, or screened or covered as covers (See Regulation V.K.), privacy landscaping plants, described in Regulation C.2.d., so that the sign is not or screening (e.g., lattice-work, etc.). Vehicles or trailers visible from or on the exterior of the vehicle. Individual should be close to and at the side or rear of the owner’s variances may be granted by the ECC taking into residence. In the event that the design of the residence account the provisions of Section 9 of the Restrictive and/or lot precludes placing the vehicle or trailer at the side Covenants. 3. No vehicle may be parked on a LOW or rear of the owner’s residence, the vehicle or trailer may residential lot at any time in such a way to constitute an be parked in close proximity to the front of the residence. advertisement. (4/2014) Vehicles and trailers may also be parked in garages; or 4. Lawn and garden tractors of less than a 20 horsepower in suitable carports that have been approved by the ECC. motor may be stored on lots provided they are stored under Wherever these criteria cannot be met, such vehicles or an ECC-approved cover or stored in an ECC approved trailers may NOT be placed on residential lots. Owners must garage or shed when not in use. (4/2014) use reasonable and considerate judgment in this respect. 5. Vehicles and equipment that are not compliant with this (3/16/2016) Regulation kept on a lot during and in connection with 4. Deleted in its entirety April 2, 2014. construction on the lot shall be removed not later than four days after completion of construction. (4/2014) C. TRUCKS, COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, FARM AND LANDSCAPE 6. Official government vehicles, except for school buses, are EQUIPMENT, AND VEHICLES THAT DISPLAY AN exempt from this Regulation. (4/2014) ADVERTISEMENT (4/2014) 7. Definition of ECC-approved covers: See Section K. (4/2014) 1.
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For purposes of this Regulation, a “truck” is any vehicle used for transporting materials, moving products, or otherwise used for business/commercial purposes or is *titled/licensed or tagged as a truck. (*Reference: Restrictive Covenants Section 8.A(o)) (8/4/2018) The vehicles and equipment listed below shall not be parked on any LOW residential lot overnight (defined solely for this rule as 11 7 pm to 4 7 am) or longer except during and in connection with approved construction projects or dire emergencies on that lot: (8/4/2018) a. Any truck at or more than a one-ton classification except
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COVERS (1/2012) Covers used for covering wood piles, parked cars vehicles, lumber piles, boats watercraft, lawn equipment, etc., must be in muted tones of dark green, browns, khaki, or camouflage and must be maintained in a neat and orderly condition. Vehicle and watercraft covers must be well fitted for the specific use.
by Mike Kuhn, IGM Golf Course Superintendent International Golf Maintenance and Lake of the Woods Association are committed to the continuous enhancement of the environment, conserving natural resources, and protecting precious wildlife habitat. They seek to lead in environmental performance through stewardship, education, employee involvement, and use of integrated pest management and as well as sound best management practices. To demonstrate this commitment, our team is seeking to establish Lake of the Woods Golf Course as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.
Flat Run Forebay Success by Nick Blankenship, Environmental Resources Manager
LOWA used the new dredging equipment to clean out the Flat Run Forebay the week of Nov. 29. Approximately 144 cubic yards of sediment were removed. This forebay was designed to capture approximately 1,065 pounds. of phosphorus per year, 9,895.48 pounds of nitrogen per year, and 1,500,840 pounds of total suspended solids per year. LOWA will conduct annual inspections of all best management practices, including the Flat Run Forebay, to determine when a clean out is needed.
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Golf Course Commitment to Environmental Stewardship
What is Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses (ACSP) ACSP is administered by Audubon International and sponsored by the United States Golf Association, which awards certification to recognize courses that establish and maintain high standards of environmental performance. Who can achieve certification? How long does it take? Courses enrolled in ACSP may apply for certification. There are no restrictions on the types of courses that are eligible. Most courses achieve certification within one to three years.
Photo Provided
Before: Sediment, leaves, and branches were captured in the Flat Run Forebay. This illustrates that the forebay is properly working and capturing debris and sediment from entering the lake.
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After: The spoils were removed and the forebay looks great! This gives the forebay the ability to capture more sediment and nutrients.
Lake Currents January 14, 2022
What is involved? The process begins with a Site Assessment and Environmental Plan. The plan is implemented and documented in each environmental quality area. Designation as a Certified Sanctuary is awarded to a course upon meeting environmental management standards in five areas: - Wildlife and Habitat Management Protection and enhancement of existing natural habitats and promoting wildlife and biodiversity conservation. - Chemical Use Reduction and Safety Application of best management practices at the maintenance facility and on the course to ensure chemicals are stored, handled, applied, and disposed of safely and the use of integrated pest management strategies to minimize chemical use. - Water Conservation Conservation and management strategies to maximize the efficient use of water. - Water Quality Management Application of the best management practices and how they eliminate potential nutrient or pesticide contamination of water sources. - Outreach and Education Build support for environmental management program through communication, education, and outreach activities. No restrictions are placed as a condition of participation. All decisions concerning the implementation remain with the maintenance team and the Association. With IGM’s best management practices, Lake of the Woods already meets the standards expected in nearly all areas. For more information, please visit www.auduboninternational.org.
Winter Lake Ice Safety Regulation on Dog Barking in the Neighborhood Regulation IV Individual Behavior, B 9. No pet may be kept within the Association which causes a nuisance, results in any annoyance, or is obnoxious to the members of the Association or other residents in the vicinity, or is in violation of the rules and regulations regarding pets. Each Owner keeping pets on his or her Lot must comply with all requirements of law applicable to such animal, including, without limitation, vaccination and registration of animals, as well as Orange County laws regarding dangerous and vicious dogs. (1/2013)\
LOWA Management strongly advises all members to refrain from ice activities, or from walking on ice on the lake. The temperatures in our region and in the lake fluctuate and the ice may be too thin for walking, ice fishing, or ice skating. Members should especially supervise children and pets when near frozen areas on the lake. According to LOWA Regulation 4.c, Other Water Restrictions: Sitting, standing, walking, running, skating or similar activities on the surface of any portion of the lakes that is frozen is strictly prohibited.
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New Equipment for the Fitness Center
Equestrian Committee Offers Riding Lesson Scholarships
by Ashley Rush, Member, Equestrian Committee
by Greg Stoner, Member, Fitness Committee
LOWA through the Equestrian Committee will once again offer riding scholarships in the spring of 2022 to students who are interested in horses and learning how to ride. We are pleased to offer this opportunity to the youth of our community. It’s an outdoor activity that has thrived at the Equestrian Center during the pandemic. A riding lesson scholarship would cover the cost of a block of five riding lessons (valued at $245) at the Equestrian Center, to be given by our qualified trainers who have extensive horse knowledge, great people skills, and dedication to the job and horses. Applicants (ages 7 to 18) must have parental approval, live in the LOW community, and complete an application that includes a paragraph on why they want to be selected. Participants will be chosen, based on need and interest, by a rotating working group of three Equestrian Committee members. The application can be picked up at the Holcomb Building or downloaded from LOWA.org. The deadline for submission of the spring 2022 application is Friday, Feb. 18. Instructions for submission of the application are found on the application itself. Five scholarships will be awarded by Friday, March 4. If the student shows interest and aptitude, subsequent scholarships could be approved if funding is available. LOWA is partnering with Friends of Lake of the Woods (FLOW). Anyone wishing to make a tax-deductible contribution toward the riding scholarship program may do so by contacting FLOW. See https://friendsoflow.org/ donate/. Or you may mail a tax-deductible donation to FLOW and request that your donation be earmarked for the riding scholarship program.
The Hammer Strength Horizontal Calf Machine is the newest piece of equipment at the Fitness Center. This calf machine provides a lower leg strengthening station with numerous benefits. Force is transmitted through the hips to eliminate spinal compression, and the back pad is adjustable to fit all members. By extending your feet on this machine, the calf muscles are both exercised and stretched. Solid steel incremental weight plates make it easy to adjust the amount of resistance. The weight selector pin magnetically locks in place, securing the selected amount for smooth and easy movement. Now is a great time to join the Photo provided Fitness Center and try out, not only The Hammer Strength Horizontal the new calf machine, but also the Center’s entire array of weightlifting Calf Machine at the Fitness Center. and aerobic exercise opportunities. Fitness Center memberships are currently available for 50% (as of Nov. 1) of the regular annual fee. The rates for membership until April 30 are: Individual: $66; Couple: $75; and Family: $90. Classes are offered for a fee in Yoga, Forever Fit (a unique exercise class) and others. A fitness center membership is not required to participate in these classes. One-on-one personal trainers are also available on a fee basis. For more information about membership, classes, and personal trainers, please call Tracie or Amber at the Community Center at 540-9729680.
Friends of Lake of the Woods, PO Box 282 Locust Grove, VA 22508
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by William Lukaczyk, Secretary, External Affairs Committee
The way TV viewing content reaches you is changing. After you ditch the Cable TV set-top box and replace it with a TV streaming stick, you must decide where to buy TV programming. Our viewing needs are wide and complex: Local News, Weather, Traffic and Sports Entertainment, Movies, Serials and Children’s’ National, Worldwide News and Commentary National, Worldwide, and non-local Sports Non-fiction documentary and education Religious, Inspirational Foreign Language TV Shopping, Promotional There is internet TV streaming for all of these. To get one, you set up an account, and a payment method, at the streaming service or content provider, not the cable company. Some services are free, but they add commercials. One example is the Orange County Fiberlync internet company. It does not provide any TV services. Their customers buy their content directly from companies like Hulu, YouTube TV, Apple TV, Disney+, Netflix and others. There are so many TV streaming companies now, they are fighting for your business. Our cable company may pull shows off Hulu and cable. It will put them on Peacock, so you are forced to buy that service. Disney is fighting back with cheap monthly introductory prices. Others give you a few months free when you buy something expensive. Some stations are going off streaming services entirely and selling it direct. In the end we get better choices, competition, and freedom to take it with us on our portable device. But if we have more than one person streaming in a house, the internet data we use will multiply by that number. This is because, unlike the old set-top box, each streaming device commands its own data, even if you are watching the same program. You may see data slowing down or data caps costing you more. The solution is fiber optic cable to the home. If you are interested in a town hall meeting about getting fiber-optic Internet to the home, email us at lowftth@gmail.com.
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Daughters of the American Revolution Susannah Chandler Chapter
Lake Authors to Support Local Book Signing Event
by Sharon Lyon, Steering Committee Member
Lake Currents January 14, 2022
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by Marty Hartmann, Vice Regent
On Saturday, Jan.15, members of the Lake Authors Club are excited to attend a local book signing by one of our members. Major General Mari K. Eder will be signing her recently published book, The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line: Untold Stories of the Women Who Changed the Course of World War II at the Barnes & Noble bookstore in Central Park (1220 Carl D. Silver Parkway). Barnes & Noble will host the event from 10 AM to noon. The event is open to the public. Interested in learning more about our group or joining us? Our members range from novice writers to published authors. Our works include many genres: fiction, nonfiction, novels, short stories, poetry, young adult books, children’s books, anthologies, and blogs. Meetings are held on the third Saturday of each month, usually at the Wilderness Branch Library. For more information, contact us at lakeauthors@gmail.com.
Susannah Chandler Chapter has had a wonderful year! Despite the social limitations we’ve all had, we have not let it stop us from doing what we can for our community! We have worked closely with the VA Clinics in Fredericksburg this year, providing support to veterans needing a helping hand. We have been able to attend DAR meetings and events state-wide, as well as having in-person chapter meetings again. Our chapter was delighted to host our Virginia State Regent, LeAnn Fetherolf Turbyfill, at our Christmas Party Dec. 11. It was such a lovely visit! We have welcomed new members this year, enjoyed working with the Community Genealogy Study Group and helping others wherever we can. We look forward to our new year and invite anyone interested in our DAR mission to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism to check us out! We are a service organization, and willing to lend a hand. Our meetings are generally held the second Saturday of each month at the Community Center, beginning at 1 PM. Our programs are open to the public; the business meeting is held afterward for members and those interested. We sponsor a Community Genealogy Study Group, assisting and encouraging anyone, any age, interested in their own genealogy/family tree. It is open to all, and meets the fourth Saturday of each month, from 1 to 3 PM at the Community Center. Drop-ins are welcome! Next meeting is Saturday, Jan. 22. If you have questions, are interested in joining the study group, would like help with your family research, or would like to know more about our DAR chapter, feel free to email SusannahChandlerChapter1@gmail.com , or call 540-661-7202 for more information. If you would like to find out more about the Daughters of the American Revolution, check it out at www.dar.org,
LOW Players
by Sandra Frame, Member, LOW Players We hope everyone had a happy Christmas. The Players enjoyed presenting our Show Stoppers singers in We Need a Little Christmas and, for those who attended, we hope you enjoyed it as well. It was a treat to join in some caroling with the audience. The stage was beautifully decorated for Christmas, including a lovely sleigh and reindeer. A huge thanks goes out to our local Woodworkers’ group, who made these figures for us. Since we have no room to store such large items, we decided to let the audience take part in a free raffle for them. The winner was drawn at the last matinee. Congratulations to Steve Hein. Enjoy them as much as we did. We are heading into the new year with plans for the spring production, Foxfire. Auditions will be held on Sunday, Jan. 30, from 2 to 5 PM and Monday, Jan. 31, from 7 to 9 PM. Cold reading will be done from the script. The cast calls for actors aged 20 and older. Character descriptions can be found on our website: www.lowplayers.org . Rehearsals begin on Feb. 6. For most of us, this last year has been spent worrying about how COVID has been affecting our lives, and now the added variant is making the rounds. Let us hope that we can all stay healthy in the coming months and that we will see the start to the end of this pandemic With that said: The Players wish you a very Happy New Year!
Garden Club: Resolutions for Winter Doldrums by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman
The following resolutions are for Garden Club members. Make your first resolution to attend the workshop at 2 PM on Jan. 18 at the Community Center and polish or learn the art of flower arranging. This is in preparation for our Spring Flower Show. Make your second resolution to come to our February meeting on Monday, Feb. 14 at 1 PM in the Clubhouse. The program: Aging and Gardening. Make your third resolution to plan to participate in our spring plant sale, for example by donating plants or cashiering. The fun begins with participation! The more members who participate, the easier the tasks are on us all. We are a member of the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs and the National Federation of Garden Clubs. We are one of the largest and most active clubs in Virginia, and our programs are open to nonmembers. We invite you to come.
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The kickoff meeting for the LOW Radio Control Boat Club will be held Wednesday, Jan. 26 at 7 PM at the Community Center, meeting room #1. The intent of this meeting is to see if there are enough people interested in remote control sailing and electric motor boating to reform the previous club that sailed Victoria class boats on Wednesdays. We would like to Photo by James Klein expand it to include electric RC Radio-controlled sailboats race motor boating and hold meetings on Lake of the Woods. to help one another in building and controlling these boats. We are looking forward to seeing you there. If you cannot be at the kickoff meeting and still want to get involved, please contact Jim Klein at 1st17cav@ comcast.net.
Plans are well underway for the Lioness Lions Club’s Mardi Gras Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 5, at the Clubhouse. The festive evening begins with a cocktail hour at 6 PM, followed by dinner at 7 PM. The Reunion Band will play from 8 to 11 PM for your dancing and listening enjoyment. Dress is semi-formal, with Mardi Gras masks optional. Tickets sales begin online Feb. 5, and the cost is $60 per person. When you purchase your ticket, you will be asked to choose your entrée and table.
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The LOW Veterans Club will conduct its first monthly meeting of the new year on Thursday, Jan. 20, in the lower level of the Clubhouse starting at 7 PM. Club members are encouraged to attend the one-hour meeting that should be informative as well as entertaining. The LOW Veterans Club would like to inform veterans of the most valuable separation document that is issued to all active-duty Armed Forces veterans. The specific document is the DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from active duty. The DD 214 is the capstone military service document. It reflects the complete government verified record of a veteran’s time in military service, awards and medals, rate, or rank at time of separation from active duty. In addition, it reflects total military combat service and completed military training and specialty. The DD 214 form is commonly used by various agencies; however, the most significant is the Department of Veterans Affairs. This definitive document is required for Veterans Affairs-provided medical care, home loans, school loans, and is used for any medical claims of a serviceconnected disability. Funeral directors require this same document to determine eligibility for interment in a VA cemetery and other related veteran benefits. The DD 214 is also required for a surviving dependent to apply for death benefits. The original DD 214 document should be kept in a very secure location. Copies can be made for proving veteran service for eligibility of any benefits and the original SHOULD NEVER be submitted. 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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In addition, the menu includes Mardi Gras appetizers, salad, and a dessert buffet of New Orleans favorites. There will be a silent auction and some fun raffles to raise money for the Lioness Foundation, which supports local causes including Wilderness Food Pantry, Living Waters Free Health Clinic, Piedmont Dental Clinic, LOW Fire and Rescue, SAFE House, and scholarships to local students, as well as the Lions Hearing Foundation, Sight Foundation, LOVF Disaster Relief, and others. You can purchase tickets online beginning Feb. 5 at lowlioness.org. For further information or questions regarding ticket purchase, please call Nicki Buell at 703-217-5615, or Ellen Bearden at 540-222-7390. Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 5! Invite your friends and join us for a fun evening that supports worthy causes in our community.
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and called the meeting back into Open Session at 3:43 p.m. 4.2 FY2022/23 Budget Overview General Manager Phillip Rodenberg provided the Board with an overview of the proposed budget for FY2022/23. Currently, the proposed increase in the LOWA assessment is 7.9%, driven by anticipated cost increases due to inflation and wage pressures. Fee increases across the board are proposed to help offset the assessment increase. Management welcomes input from all sources to find areas where cost-cutting could reduce the assessment increase down to 6% or less. Additional input from the Finance Committee and coordination with the Miller Dodson plan still has to be factored in before the January 18 GM’s presentation of the proposed Budget to the Membership. Final adoption of the budget by the Board is scheduled for February 16.
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5. REPORTS 5.1 Reports from Officers The President, Secretary and Treasurer had no report. Vice President Vickery reported that the Committee Fair was very successful and resulted in several members joining Committees. A. Executive Session Actions (D-21-134) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board ratify, and the President sign, the contract settlement agreement as discussed in Executive Session. Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board direct the LOWA attorney to file lawsuits in Orange County Court after January 4, 2022 regarding continuing violations of the Declaration of Restrictions, Rules and Regulations on the lots in Case #21-1215-01 and Case #211215-02 as shown in the Demand Letters of October 6, 2021 to the respective lot owners, unless the violations are resolved by January 4, 2022. In Case 21-1215-01, the member was notified by letters dated April 12, 2021; April 23, 2021; May 17, 2021; June 12, 2021 and October 6, 2021 to correct violations on their lot. Correction has not been forthcoming; therefore, this action is necessary and appropriate. In Case 21-1215-02, the member was notified by letters dated April 23, 2021; June 4, 2021; June 11, 2021; June 22, 2021; June 30, 2021; July 21, 2021; July 22, 2021; August 30, 2021 and October 6, 2021 to the correct the violations on their lot. Correction has not been forthcoming; therefore, this action is necessary and appropriate. B. Committee Changes Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the Committee changes as presented on the Committee Change List dated December 15, 2021: (D-21-135) Action Committee Term-End Date Name Debbie Hein Advisor Clubhouse Lori Joo Voting Finance December 14, 2024 Paul Orlando Voting Finance December 14, 2024 Jane Capone Alternate Fitness Helen Brewer Voting Honor Awards December 14, 2024 Alan Roman Alternate Lakes John Ressa Alternate Lakes Stuart D. Frenkel Voting Maintenance & Ecology December 14, 2024 Benjamin F. Breaux Alternate Maintenance & Ecology Allie Felder Voting* Planning January 1, 2025 Anne LeHuray Alternate Pools ________ *As of January 2, 2022 5.2 Report from the General Manager, Phil Rodenberg A. LOWA Community Activities and Business Operations: Coronavirus Status No changes have been made to safety precautions since last month. Vaccination status of LOWA staff remains at 69%. B. November Financials LOWA collected $157,223 in FY2021/22 lot assessments for a total of $6,702,549, or 90.5% of the total lot assessments billed, compared to 90.3% of amounts billed in the prior fiscal year. As of November 30, the Unaudited Income Statement Budget-to-Actual Comparison Summary shoed a favorable variance of $381,179, primarily due to better than budgeted performance by almost all departments. The delinquency rate on November 30 was 5.5%, compared to 3.1% at this time last year. C. Lakes Management Update The dredge operator completed the Flat Run forebay cleanout at the end of November. D. Staff Changes and Employee Service Awards Sarah Stark has joined the Equestrian Center as the new Assistant Manager. Clubhouse Assistant Manager Eric Fieber will be leaving after 8 years. LOWA is seeking applications to fill his position. On December 8, LOWA management recognized 38 employees who received length of service awards ranging from 5 years to 30 years. E. Traffic Management at Front Gate The Security staff implemented an alternate visitor/guest lane entry setup at the Front Gate on Thanksgiving Day, which worked well to mitigate traffic entry backup onto Route 3. The new setup will be used
again on Memorial Day weekend. 5.3 Committee Liaison Reports: None. 5.4 Committee Reports A. Legal and Compliance Vice Chair Bonnie Jackson submitted a written report covering the 11 months from January through November, 2021. The Committee had 1046 docket cases; 683 of those were for speeding, or 65% of the total summonses issued. Seventy-eight percent (78%) of the speeding violations (530) were by non-members. Seventy (70) lake summonses were issued and 62 hearings were held. Ten people were identified as flagrant violators. Security has started a program whereby juvenile offenders may be given the opportunity to perform community service prior to a hearing date. The Committee awaits direction from the Board regarding the need for any changes to the Regulations and/or LCC fines and operating procedures. B. Golf Committee Chair Bill Halpin updated the Board on Golf Committee activities since their last report in August. They elected new officers, assigned focus groups, provided RFP recommendations, monitored tree removal/ fairway repairs, and will continue to review golf maintenance contract proposals. The effort to increase revenues and reduce the HOA subsidy is ongoing. They participated in the Committee Fair and recommended an alternate site for the Vets Club flagpole. A drone video of our golf course is in the process of being edited. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of Sending to the Rules Committee Proposed Amendments to the LOWA Bylaws Regarding Virtual Board and Committee Meetings. (D-21-136) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board send to the Rules Committee and the LOWA Attorney proposed amendments to the LOWA Bylaws regarding virtual Board and Committee meetings. 6.2 Consideration of Adopting the 2022-2026 Five-Year Capital Plan for Budgeting and Planning Purposes. (D-21-137) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt the 2022-2026 Five-year Capital Plan for budgeting and planning purposes. 6.3 Consideration of Publishing in Lake Currents proposed Amendments to Regulation V, Sections B. C. and K: Use of Individually-owned Property, Regarding Vehicles with Advertisements Parked on Private Lots. (D-21-138) Motion by Wilks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve publishing in Lake Currents the proposed amendments to Regulation V. Sections B, C. and K: Use of Individually-owned Property, regarding vehicles with Advertisements parked on private lots. 7. NEW BUSINESS 7.1 Consideration of Approving the Revised Pools and Community and Youth Activities Charter. (D-21-138) Motion by Vickery, passed unanimously, that the Board approve the revised Pools and Community Activities charter combining and refining the functions of the Pools Committee and those of the now defunct Community and Youth Activities Committee. 7.2 Discussion of Approving Amendments to the Environmental Control Committee Charter. Director Wilks said the ECC Committee has been working on revising their Charter over past year to include changes and updates. ECC is the only Committee chartered by the LOWA Restrictive Covenants and their Charter must be reviewed every five years to ensure their areas of responsibility are in compliance with LOWA Covenants and Regulations. Board members will review the revised draft of proposed Charter changes and consider final approval at their next Board meeting on January 5, 2022. 7.3 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance. (Removed from Agenda) 7.4 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Regarding Outside Play and Setting the Tee-time Schedules at the LOW Golf Course. (Resolution 202129) (D-21-139) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2021-29, an Administrative Resolution, regarding outside play and setting tee time schedules at the Lake of the Woods Golf Course. 7.5 Consideration of Authorizing Transfer of Funds and Awarding a Contract for Clubhouse Electrical Transformer Replacement Project. (Resolution 2021-30) (D-21-140) Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2021-30, a General Resolution, authorizing a transfer of funds and awarding a contract for the Clubhouse Electric Transformer Replacement Project, funds to come from the Repair and Replacement Reserve. 8. Director Comments: None 9. Scheduled Meetings • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, January 5, 2022 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 1:00 p.m. Open Session: 2:00 p.m. • Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 in the Community. Executive Session: 1:00 p.m. Open Session 2:00 p.m. 10. Adjournment Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 5:05 p.m.
Monday, January 17 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day LOWA Offices closed LOW Trash Compactor closed Tuesday, January 18 2 PM LOW Garden Club (CC). 7 PM General Manager Proposed FY 2022-2023 Budget Presentation, Zoom only. Info: 540-972-2214.
Thursday, January 20 7 PM LOW Veterans Meeting (LLCH). Info: Mike 571-235-5313. Wednesday, January 26 7 PM Radio Control Boat Club (CC). Info: Jim, 1st17cav@comcast.net.
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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. If you have changes, corrections, or deletions, please email: LOWFRTREASURER@gmail.com. Cause 4 Paws. We need volunteer foster homes, monetary donations, and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations may be tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations may be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. For more info, see us on Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-4854181 or Darlene 540-972-8038. LOW Lioness Book Sale. Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of the month (Feb.Nov.) from 8:30 AM to 1 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted the day of the sale. No reference or textbooks, please. Info: Ann, 540-972-4338; Sherri, 540412-9854; or Helene, 540-412-0798.
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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Monday at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). For other local online AA meetings go to http://d39.wildwoodweb.com/ Meetings.shtml. Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060. Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060. For a free COVID-19 regional resource list, go to www. agingtogether.org. Dementia Memory Café: 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.
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. 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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Jan, 18 & 25, Story Time Tuesdays at the Wilderness Library: 10:15 AM, Toddler Time, 1520 minutes of stories, fingerplays, nursery rhymes, and music for children ages 18 months to 3 yrs old with a caregiver. 11 AM, Preschool Storytime, 30-45 minutes of stories, action rhymes, music, and crafts for children 3 to 5 yrs old with a caregiver. Info: 540-854-5310. 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.
Grief Support Group: Griefshare is a free worldwide Biblebased support group to help you through your grief journey after the loss of a loved one. We meet twice a year for 13-week sessions of videos and discussions at the LOW Church. Info: 540-972-9060 or www. lowchurch.org. Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove Town Center (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite P) offers free medical care, 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 540-854-5922 for medical appointments. Call 540854-5923 for dental appointments. Volunteers Needed. Info: 540-8545922, Suzanne. LOWLINC - Non-profit membership service organization dedicated to enabling seniors at the lake to continue living fully and independently in their homes. Volunteer services provided: transportation, light home maintenance, computer assistance, check-in calls, friendly visits and referrals to screened service providers. Fee-based. 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.
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Wednesday, January 19 Clubhouse Reopens 2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, Zoom. Info: 540-972-2214.
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, near the trash compactor). Donations accepted Saturdays from 9 AM to noon. To arrange for donation pickup, call Doug at 540-495-0640. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations may be tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the same location is open every Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM. 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. All 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. Please Like us at Orange County Humane Society VA Facebook. 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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6. LOWA was fortunate our buildings and other facilities received relatively little damage. We have a list of repairs that we will handle in the coming days. 7. The work continues. The Maintenance Department and its contractors have been steadily working to remove tree debris from the 41 miles of LOWA roadway. We opened the 9.9 Maintenance Area to members to dump the tree debris from their own lots. 8. Lessons Learned. After storms like Frida there are lessons learned that help LOWA improve its responses. We will build in our experiences. We value the feedback of members. 9. Reliable power and warming center. Some members thought LOWA should have opened its own warming center. The big limiting factor is reliable emergency power. LOWA’s largest buildings do not have generators to power an entire building. When we have power during power outages, we welcome members to come in to LOWA restaurants to get a hot meal, and to our offices and facilities to recharge their phones, IF we have power. On Jan. 5, we tried to open the Community Center to members, but only one of three phases of power had been restored and we quickly had to shut down again. On Jan. 6, the Woods Center opened for business and on Jan. 7, Fareways Cafe served meals once again. We are always open to partnering with Orange County and with community groups, such as LOWLINC, to facilitate activities. 10. All of these activities were and are happening amidst the surge of the COVID-19 Omicron Variant. I hope you are doing well and staying safe. In my next column I will address the Dam Emergency Drill LOWA hosted in December.
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The Sailing Club held its annual awards brunch at the Clubhouse Dec. 12 to honor the year’s top sailors. Award winners are (L-R) Flying Scot Fleet Champion and Round Turtle Island Challenge winner Dan Kilgore, Most Improved Sailor John Padgett, Bob Scatchard Sportsmanship Award winner Gary Close, and Club Champion Richard Chitty.
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by Barbara Francis, Chairperson, LOW Lioness Lions Orange County Children’s Toy Box
by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor In my last article, I mentioned that Orange County has been assisting the volunteer fire companies with the purchase of various fire apparatus. On Dec. 7, the Supervisors had approved the lease-purchase of a tanker truck for use by the LOW Fire & Rescue Company. On Dec. 21, the Supervisors approved the lease-purchase of five Vengeant Sandstorm Brush Trucks. Each of the five fire companies in the county will be provided one of these trucks for their use, but ownership will remain with the county. These trucks will cost about $140,000 each and will be paid for over a three-year lease-purchase term. Again, as with the tanker truck, there will be a 9 to12 month delay before delivery. I mentioned in a previous article that the Virginia General Assembly passed legislation allowing counties to have the same taxing authority as cities and towns. One of those authorities is the ability to tax cigarettes. The legislation allowed a cigarette tax of up to 40 cents per pack. Several months ago, Orange County joined the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board that would execute the cigarette tax for the county. The Tax Board will collect the tax at the distributer level and provide the tax stamps for the individual cigarette packs. The retailers will receive cigarettes from the distributers and adjust their prices as they see appropriate. After a public hearing, the Supervisors, at their Dec. 21 meeting, enacted a 12 cents per pack tax on cigarettes. I supported a higher amount, for its potential to reduce smoking, especially among young people who had not developed the habit. However, the other Supervisor did not agree. The tax will go into effect on Jan. 1, although retailers will have three months to sell the cigarettes they have on hand without the tax stamps. On Dec. 21, Orange County held a ribbon cutting to open the new public safety building. There was a reception following the opening and visitors were able to see parts of the facility. The public safety building houses new spaces for the Sheriff, the Fire & Rescue Office, the information technology office and equipment, and the Emergency Communications (911) Center. It also houses the new Supervisor Board meeting room, which also serves as the Emergency Operations Center to manage major emergencies and disasters. On Dec. 21, the Supervisors held their first meeting in this space. It is much larger than the previous board meeting room in the Town of Orange, and can hold many more people. I encourage you to visit the facility to see how nice it is. 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 LOW Lioness Lions Club and the Lake of the Woods Association jointly sponsor the collection of toys each year for families in Orange County. We would like to thank everyone, both in our community and outside the lake, for their generous donations to the Orange County Children’s Toy Box. Donna Waugh Robinson, president of Orange County Children’s Toy Box, reported that the number of needy families increased this year, and she was most grateful for our community’s generosity. Anyone who visited Photo Provided the clubhouse before Dec. 8, when Toys collected at the Clubhouse for the toys were transported to the the Orange County Toy Box await town of Orange, couldn’t have pickup. missed the growing stacks of toys and the large box filled to the brim, extending from the front door to the Christmas tree. Ten two-wheel bicycles, also in the lobby, will provide hours of fun to lucky recipients. Cash and checks were used to purchase clothing for the children. Toys were collected in decorated boxes at the LOWA Clubhouse, Velona and Ferris buildings, and Fareways from early-November until Dec. 4. We appreciated the help of Ryan Richardson and the Clubhouse staff and our community’s volunteers. Additionally, we are most grateful to The Licata Group and to Coldwell Banker Elite (Kathy Merritt and staff) who also collected toys in their offices. Our community has, under the auspices of various LOWA clubs, supported the Toy Box for approximately 20 years. We are known for our generosity, and this year was no exception. Thank you for supporting this very important and worthwhile initiative.
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CLUBHOUSE. Accepting applicants for Part-Time positions: • Servers. Successful candidates must have excellent customer service skills, enthusiasm, and energy. Work schedule includes the hours of 4 PM to 10 PM Wednesday through Sunday, along with some holidays. If you are 18 and older, have a positive, out-going personality, and are a team player, this job is for you. Some restaurant experience preferred • Host/Hostess to welcome/greet guests, manage timely guest seating, some computer knowledge. • Banquet Captain to assist in supervising/coordinating banquet events with service staff, oversee setup, breakdown, cleanup, and reset of club functions. Knowledge of procedures and equipment used in preparing and serving large gatherings required. • Banquet Servers needed to provide excellent customer service when serving guests and assist with banquet set up and tear down. Must be able to work flexible hours. • Banquet and Lounge Bartenders. Must be at least 21 years of age and willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays. Must mix and serve beverages and possess superb customer service skills. TIPS certification will be provided. One–two years experience desirable. • Dishwashers to remove soiled dishes from tables, sanitize tables, ensure silverware, glassware, napkins, condiments are available for patrons. Load, run and unload dishwasher. • Expeditors to bring food from the line to the table in a timely and organized manner. CLUBHOUSE. Full-Time Salaried Assistant Clubhouse Manager. The ideal candidate will oversee and coordinate the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to ensure highest guest service satisfaction and assist in achieving company objectives in meeting sales goals, maintaining food quality, and ensuring that all safety, sanitation, and food handling standards are consistently met. The successful candidate will 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 and beverage operation is required. Qualified candidates are invited to submit resumes. EQUESTRIAN CENTER – Part-Time Stable Worker to assist with barn chores, including cleaning stalls and paddocks, cleaning and filling water tubs, feeding the horses, and blanketing when weather requires. Some assisting with pony rides, trail rides, and helping with special events. Previous experience working with equines required. FAREWAYS CAFE- Accepting applicants for Part-Time positions: • Servers are needed to assist with Café operations. Candidates must be 18 years or older and able to work flexible hours including weekends. Some restaurant experience preferred. • Line Cooks needed to accurately and efficiently prepare hot food products as well as prepare and portion food prior to cooking. One year experience is preferred and ability to work flexible hours. MAINTENANCE – Accepting applicants for Full-Time hourly positions: Custodian. Be part of the custodial team responsible for ensuring employees and residents have a clean environment to work and live in! Responsible for keeping assigned building clean and pleasant for workers and residents. The majority of work is performed in LOW facilities and common areas. Some prior experience is preferred. Grounds. 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. Position requires heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions. Leaf Removal Crew of three, seasonal. For immediate hire to remove leaves from community drainage ditches and culverts. Work has begun and will continue through the end of the leaf pick-up season. Laborers will operate lighter trucks and assist with leaf vacuum operations and traffic control at work site areas. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., and work in all weather conditions in loud noise level. HS diploma/GED equiv. 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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This photo shows the results of the Eastover Park Water Quality Retrofit, featuring the new walking trail near the forebay and scenic wooded area. LOWA Roads Department transported about 24 small dump-truck loads of millings (from Lakeview Parkway Paving project old road millings) from a stockpile to the offline-forebay, spread throughout the walking trail by tractors and back-hoe, and roll compacted. The Roads Crew also used the time during this project to vacuum roadside ditches of leaves. This project saved the Association money by utilizing LOWA personnel. and free millings, leftover from Lakeview Paving project.
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