Lake Currents January 13, 2023

Cub Scout Pack 197 Provides Community Service

by Jack Simons,

Pack 197 Committee Chairman

Photos provided Cubs collect 607 pounds of food.

On Saturday Nov. 12, Cub Scouts and families again undertook community service in their annual Scouting for Food drive and cleanup day for LOW Civil War historical signs. Thanks to Assistant Cubmasters Matt Robinson and Mike Holder and Den Leader Kim Chamblin. With their leadership, the Pack donated a record high 607 pounds of canned goods and food to the Wilderness Food Pantry.

See Cub Scouts p. 14

General Manager Revised Proposed FY 2023-2024 Budget Presentation In Person and Via Zoom

by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager,

It is time for the LOWA Board of Directors to approve the annual budget and set the assessment rate for next year. As the General Manager, it is my job to propose a budget and assessment for review and approval. I put together my first version of the budget in November and then went through a review process with the Finance Committee and Planning Committee. As a result, I put together the revised proposal, which I will summarize for you here.

Here is a summary of the Proposed Revised Operating, Contribution to Reserves (CTR), and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, which begins May 1, 2023. The proposal is a balanced budget. Total authorized spending is $12,747,219 See Budget Summary page 6.

On Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 7 PM, I will be holding the General Manager Revised Proposed 2023-2024 Budget Presentation at the Community Center and via Zoom. I hope you will join me. You can find the Zoom information at www.LOWA.Org/ Budgets or in the yellow box on page 3. Your comments and questions are welcome.

– Phil Rodenberg, GM

This budget will allow LOWA to effectively carry out its numerous obligations to maintain the common areas, lakes, and dams; operate the amenities; enforce Association covenants and regulations; and provide adequate gate access and common area security. There is still time to modify the budget before Board adoption on February 15, as we incorporate updates and consider Board, committee, and member input. The Board will vote on any amendments on February 4

Key factors are:

• Board Goals and the Lakes Management Implementation Plan.

• Inflation, a nationwide economic reality that is driving prices of goods and services to 40-year highs, has significantly impacted budget preparation.

• Delay in purchase of some operating and capital items.

• Energy conservation savings to build in as a hedge against utility growing costs.

• Use of carry-forward funds from the current year as well as use of higher interest income from capital accounts.

• Increases in user fees at the amenities.

• Continuation of key capital projects to avoid deferred maintenance issues.

Cub Scouts clean the Apperson Memorial.

Cub Scouts clean the Gordan’s Flank Attack historical display at Ramsey Beach.

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President’s Letter

by Teri Vickery

At the Dec. 14 Board meeting, the Board continued to address the budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024, focusing primarily on the Five-Year Capital Plan. We adopted the Plan after discussing six proposed amendments, three of which passed and three which failed. The budget for 2023-2024 will include $122,000 for five New Asset and Improvement projects – design and engineering for the Main Gate reconfiguration, remediation of the Veteran’s Dam spillway, and the purchase of one new speed sign, three new life rings with fire extinguishers and two new automated external defibrillators (AEDs). To keep the budget increase down, paving of the Veteran’s Dam and building an external dining patio at Fareways were extended to fiscal year 2024-2025. The General Manager and his team met with the Finance Committee on Jan. 3 to discuss the committee’s budget recommendations and agreed to several changes. The Board will continue to discuss the draft budget at its Jan. 7 and Jan. 18 meetings. On Jan. 17 at 7 PM, the General Manager will present the draft budget to our membership at the Community Center. This is your chance to see the breakdown of the various components of the proposed budget. We welcome your questions and suggestions. We may not all agree on what is best for our community and this is an opportunity for different viewpoints to be aired. Regardless of possible differing opinions, I assure you that the Board and LOWA Management are doing their best to assess all the options to maintain, preserve and improve our community.

I want to thank the members who attended the Dec. 14 Board meeting to talk about wake boats. Members spoke about the dangers and damage they have faced from increasingly stronger and more frequent wakes. Most requested the Board to extend the current moratorium on wake boats, which expires on April 20. The Board promised to consider an extension as well as possible changes to the moratorium as currently written. We will set a Special Board Meeting in the evening in March, at which Don Rissmeyer of A. Morton Thomas will inform us about the wake boat study they conducted and the recommendations they will make to the Board.

The Main Gate/Third Gate Working Group, represented by Allie Felder, made their presentation to the Board at the Dec. 14 meeting. The Working Group recommended the Board approve Alternative 2B as the best overall option to manage inbound congestion at the Main Gate. This alternative adds a second visitor lane at the Main Gate with an additional Access Control Officer kiosk for surge operations and allows for temporarily converting an exit lane for incoming traffic for events as needed. The Working Group recommended the Board pursue this without waiting for a complete analysis of Third Gate options since this requires extensive discussions with the Virginia Department of Transportation. The Working Group will make a similar presentation to our membership at a Town Hall on Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 7 PM, in the Community Center. I encourage you to attend and ask questions.

I mentioned before that the Board recently signed an agreement to allow FiberLync to lay cable in portions of Sections 9 and 10. At the Dec. 14 Board meeting, we voted to allow FiberLync to lay cable in all of Sections 9 and 10, as well as Section 6. I’m sure many people are curious about how well FiberLync works (I certainly am!) so I hope that you would tell us about your experience if you recently switched to FiberLync.

I sincerely hope that you all had a healthy and happy holiday season and I look forward to working together to make 2023 an amazing year here at Lake of the Woods.

Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.

Regular Board of Directors Meeting Agenda (Tentative) January 18, 2023 12 PM, Community Center

12 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 Consent Agenda

• Item 2.5 Approval of Minutes: January 7, 2023

• Item 5.1B Committee Changes

• Item 7.3 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance and Lot Violation Enforcement

2.5 Approval of Minutes: January 7, 2023Ù

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 Facilities

5. REPORTS

5.1 Officer Reports

A. Executive Session Actions

B. Committee ChangesÙ

5.2 General Manager Report

A. Coronavirus and LOWA

B. December Financials

C. Budget Update

D. Annual Membership Meeting Survey

5.3 Committee Liaison Reports

A. Lakes Committee – Proposed Charter Changes

B. Maintenance and Ecology Committee – Proposals Regarding Keaton’s Lake Algae Blooms

5.4 Committee Reports

A. Fareways Committee – Luis Amador, Chair

B. Rules Committee – Kurt Heinz, Chair

6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

6.1 Consideration of Moratorium on the Registration of New Wake Boats to Expire on April 20, 2024 (Resolution 2023-1)

7. NEW BUSINESS

7.1 Discussion of Resolution Approving Board Support for Funding and Carrying Out the Lakes Management Implementation Plan (Resolution 2023-X)

7.2 Consideration of Approving 10th Fairway Stormwater Management, Downstream Drainage Improvement and Green Replacement Project Design PlansSchedule for Bidding and Construction

7.3 Consideration of Lot Violation Enforcement and Entering Lots for Maintenance

8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS

9. SCHEDULED MEETINGS

Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Saturday, February 4, 2023, Community Center, 9 AM, Executive Session, 10 AM, Open Session

Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 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.

Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc. Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org

President: Teri Vickery

Vice Pres.: Rick Rappoport

Treasurer: Walt Diercks

Secretary: Leif Henecke

Directors: Carl Clawson Vassa Olson Bill Kay

General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA. org)

Assistant General Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org)

Director of Facilities: James "Bobby" Jones (jjones@LOWA.org)

Director of Finance: Charlie Maneval (cmaneval@LOWA.org)

President of the Board General Manager

Editorial Staff

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

12:30 p.m., Community Center

Note: These minutes are provided to members for review

Present Others

Teri Vickery, President

Rick Rappoport, Vice President

Walter Diercks, Treasurer

Leif Henecke, Secretary

William Kay Vassa Olson

Absent Carl Clawson

Call to Order

1. EXECUTIVE SESSION

Phil Rodenberg, General Manager

Operating Budget Highlights

The annual lot assessment necessary to accomplish the ongoing Operations & Maintenance and Capital Replacement and fund the sixth budget year of the Clubhouse Area Recreational Complex (CARC) Project is $1,962 for the 4,260 billable lots (up one since 2022). The increase is $116 (6.3%) above the current $1,846. Compare the 7.7% increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) as of October 2022, and the 8.7% increase in Social Security benefits. Capital replacement expenses are $19 higher. Operating expenses are $97 higher.

Motion by Olson, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 12:33 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 Henecke, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 1:58 p.m.

2. OPEN SESSION

2.1 Pledge of Allegiance

Motion by Henecke, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 2:06 p.m. and to affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose 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 Henecke confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record.

2.3 Approval of Agenda

Motion by Kay, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda.

2.4 Consent Agenda

President Vickery proposed the following routine Agenda items be considered for adoption by the Board by consent:

Item 2.5 Approval of Minutes of November 15, 2022

Item 5.1B Approval of Committee Changes

Item 6.3 Approval of Amendments to the Fitness Committee Charter

Item 7.3 Approval of Entering Lots for Maintenance and Lot Violation Enforcement

Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, to approve the Consent Agenda.

2.5 Approval of Minutes of November 15, 2022. Adopted by consent

3. Member Comments on Business Agenda

December 14 Board Minutes on p. 19

Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-972-2237.

Email: Frontdesk@LOWA.org

M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM

Vehicle Bar Code Hours: (Weather permitting)

Mon, Wed, Fri: 2-4:30 PM

Tues, Thurs, Sat: 10 AM-noon

Clubhouse: 540-972-2221

Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM

Dining Room: Wed 5-9 PM; Th-Fri 5-10 PM; Sat 11 AM-10 PM; Sun 1-4 PM Sun Brunch, 10 AM-1 PM Menu: www.LOWA.org/Clubhouse

Communications Office: LakeCurrents@LOWA.org or 540-972-2278 WebSupport@LOWA.org or 540-755-3107

Community Center: 540-972-9680

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

Ongoing O&M and Capital Replacement

$1,771 CARC Project $ 191 Assessment Per Lot $1,962

Revenue – Ongoing Operations & Maintenance and Capital Replacement After counting amenity and administrative revenues, the budget requires $7,545,081 for cash break even. This translates to $1,771. We propose one non-assessment source of revenue to help mitigate the assessment increase: • $300,000 in New Construction & Renovation Reserve (NCR) funds, already collected from private lot construction and renovation projects during the FY2022-2023. This saves $70/lot on the assessment.

Expected Clubhouse revenue is down $74,578 (-5.5%), expected Fareways revenue is up $68,545 (11.4%), and expected Tenant Fee revenue is up $12,274 (5.2%), compared to the current budget.

See GM Transmittal Letter on p. 5

General Manager Proposed 2023-2024 Budget Presentation Tuesday, Jan. 17 7 PM, Community Center, Zoom Comments & Questions are welcomed.

Amenities

Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center): Daily 8:30 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230

Golf Course: 9 AM daily; carts due by 5 PM

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 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 & holidays

GFL/County Waste: 540-727-0887 or 540-899-7722

Regular Board of Directors Meeting

January 7, 2023

Unapproved Minutes

9:00 a.m., Community Center

Note: These minutes are provided to members for review

Present Others

Teri Vickery, President Phil Rodenberg, General Manager

Rick Rappoport, Vice President Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 10 AM)

Walter Diercks, Treasurer

Leif Henecke, Secretary

William Kay

Vassa Olson

Carl Clawson

Call to Order

1. EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion by Clawson, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 9:02 a.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 Olson, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 9:55 a.m.

2. OPEN SESSION

2.1 Pledge of Allegiance

Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:05 a.m. and to affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose 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 Henecke confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice made to all members of record.

2.3 Approval of Agenda

Motion by Kay, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda.

2.4 Consent Agenda

Motion by Henecke, passed unanimously, to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented:

Item 2.5 Approval of Minutes of December 14, 2022

Item 5.6C Approval of Committee Changes

Item 7.2 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance and Lot Violation Enforcement

2.5 Approval of Minutes of December 14, 2022. Adopted by consent.

3. PRESENTATION – Ad Hoc Committee on Future Financial Challenges and Funding Sources.

This special subcommittee was formed to study needs and funding sources for the 5-10 years beyond the Finance Committee’s work preparing for the next budget cycle. Chair Jane Haltmaier summarized the work of the Ad Hoc Committee and the many important financial challenges facing LOWA. Some detail was provided on specific projects that are high priority and/or high cost and would take multiple years to complete. Their next meeting will be January 17, and they welcome input from members.

4. Member Comments

Members commented on need to expand dog run areas on private lots and create safe play areas for children and pets, allowing fencing, and ECC restrictions in the Covenants and Regulations governing related issues.

5. REPORTS

5.1 Report from Orange County Board of Supervisors

Supervisor Lee Frame summarized the progress made by FiberLync to date both in Orange County and within LOW. Lines have been run past about 560 homes in LOW, with only an 8.5% take so far, but this is not unusual during the start-up months.

March 16 has been declared a holiday in Orange County in honor of President James Madison’s birthday. Mr. Frame agreed to allow his

residence to be a drop-off site for used fire extinguishers. Gas grill propane tanks can be marked “Recycle” and dropped off at any Blue Rhino location. The State has passed a new law prohibiting the use of polystyrene containers by food vendors, effective in July, 2023.

5.2 Report from Orange County Sheriff: No report.

5.3 Report from Allied Universal Security (AUS) Chief Richard Harrell Security provided statistics for November and December 2022. In November, there were 2 reports of theft, 7 motor vehicle accidents, 4 reports of vandalism, 1 assault and 20 animal complaints. Total calls for service were 169, and 60 summonses were issued. In December, there were 4 reports of theft, 9 motor vehicle accidents and 2 reports of vandalism. Total calls for service were 146 with 55 summonses were issued. No drug activity was reported in either month.

Chief Harrell read a letter from AUS General Manager Joe Ruggerio expressing his appreciation for the good working relationship with LOWA and in support of extending the Security Contract.

Security continues to train staff and is working with the Safety and Security Committee to study a proposal to install speed bumps in areas where data indicate they could be helpful.

5.4 Report from LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc.: No report.

5.5 Report from Orange County School Board Representative Jim Hopkins reported the School Board met on January 2 to reconstitute and elect new officers. Sherrie Page is now Chair, and Melissa Anderson was elected Vice Chair. Jim represents Orange County on the Virginia School Board Association, and will continue to serve as a delegate representing the County on the Blue Ridge Virginia Governor’s Joint School Board.

The extreme cold around Christmas caused a thermostat failure at one school and pipes burst at a couple of our schools, requiring repairs be done before January classes start.

The School Board is currently reviewing its strategic plan. Residents are invited to attend a strategic planning meeting on Thursday, January 19 from 6-8:00 p.m. at the Orange High School auditorium.

5.5A Report from Orange County Planning Commission Regarding Wilderness Crossing Rezoning Application Planning Commissioner J. Bryan Nicol provided the Board with an update of progress made working with the developer on the Rezoning Application for the proposed Wilderness Crossing development. The Planning Commission held a work session with the developer on January 5, and another one is scheduled for January19th. The topics of a proposed data center, possible contamination from abandoned gold mines in the area and coordinating traffic patterns with VDOT are hot button issues that need attention. Good progress is being made but there is still more work to be done. A Public Hearing will be scheduled in the future. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts and check the County website for updates and additional information.

5.6 Reports of Officers

The President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary: No report. A. Executive Session Actions Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to deny the request in Case #23-0107-03.

B. Committee Liaison Reports: Environmental Control Committee Board Liaison Bill Kay reviewed the proposed Amendments to Regulation V: Use of Individually-owned Property; and Regulation XVI: Environmental Control and Construction Procedures. The amendments will be scheduled for further discussion at the January 18th Board meeting.

C. Committee Changes - Committee Change List dated January 7, 2023. (D-23-01) Adopted by consent.

Name Action Committee

Diane Pittman Resigned Fitness

Phyllis Sakole Alternate Golf

5.7 Report of General Manager, Phil Rodenberg

A. Coronavirus and LOWA: The Orange County Covid transmission rate at the end of December was classified as “medium.” LOWA staff vaccination rate remains at 93%.

B. Lakes Management Report

Consideration of Resolution 2023-1 has been postponed to the January 18 Board meeting to give the Stormwater Working Group more time to consider priorities. Tom Finsterle, our new Environmental Resources Manager, is familiarizing himself with LOWA governing documents, dam inspection criteria, the Lakes Management Implementation Plan and other key resources.

C. Budget Update

The General Manager is preparing the FY2023/24 Revised Budget

Revenue – Clubhouse Area Recreation Complex (CARC) Project. In 2017, the final project cost was $5,088,693 for which LOWA borrowed $3,714,516 from Mutual of Omaha Bank (now CIT) over a term of seven years. In February 2021, we refinanced the remaining loan balance of approximately $2.9M with Village Bank to save on interest payments. Expected payoff date is November 10, 2024. FY 2023-2024 will be the sixth year of revenue collection at $191 per lot. We expect that the CARC portion of the assessment in FY 2024-2025, the seventh and final year, will be less than $191.

Expenditures. The Proposed Operating Budget expenditures total $10,193,014, which is $705,157 more than the current year. Cost drivers are contractual services (up $272,511) including the Security Contract, which is up $60,622, employee salaries and benefits (up $226,842), Clubhouse interior painting ($65,000), gasoline (up $47,402) and property insurance (up $31,320) compared to the current budget.

We need a dedicated workforce with excellent customer service skills. Thus, we included a 7% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) raise and 1% merit raise, effective the first pay period in May 2023. Retaining dedicated and skilled employees avoids the extra costs related to recruitment and retraining. There is a net change of three additional full-time employees.

Highlights:

• Addition of one full-time Roads Laborer in the 502 Roads Department to do leaf removal during leaf season and ditch cleaning and repair year-round.

• Conversion to full time from part time – the Environmental Control Committee Administrative Assistant in the 303 Environmental Services budget. This current employee is instrumental in implementing the new courtesy contacts program and will continue to assist with the high volume of lot violation notification letters. We want to resolve violations early in the notification process to avoid legal action.

• Addition of a part time Erosion & Sediment Inspector (E&SI) in the 303 Environmental Services budget. We currently have a part time E&SI because we underfilled the full time E&SI slot when we combined it with the Environmental Resources Manager (ERM) position. The workload proved to be too great for the ERM, and so we re-divided the work between the ERM and the E&SI. We need a full time E&SI, a part time E&SI and the ERM to effectively carry out our stormwater and lakes management work.

• Addition of a Banquet Chef in the 401 Clubhouse budget to oversee food preparation for banquets, weddings, celebrations of life, club meetings, and other events. When our Executive Chef departed in early 2022, we hired a kitchen chef and a banquet chef to fulfill his duties. This action will formally add the banquet chef to the full-time roster.

• Elimination of the Turf Equipment Mechanic in the 310/510 Golf Operations budget. International Golf Maintenance now provides the service through a contract amendment.

Cost Reduction/Energy Conservation. The Maintenance Department is advancing several initiatives that will be help mitigate electrical cost increases in the new fiscal year, notably, installing the first programmable thermostats at LOWA. In FY 2023-2024, we will benefit from use of recently-installed programmable thermostats (10) at the Clubhouse and purchase/installation/ use of programmable thermostats (6) at the Woods Center, mechanical timers on lights at Pavilions, motion sensors on lights in closets, temperature set points (68° in Winter, 73° in Summer), a commercial dehumidifier to replace three less efficient retail units at the Community Center and, conservation policies prohibiting use of high energy consumption devices such as personal space heaters, personal refrigerators, etc., in LOWA buildings.

On the horizon are potential savings from switching to FiberLync from Comcast and adding window shades in the Fitness Center.

Capital Budget Highlights

Total Contribution to Reserve (CTR) is $2,256,895, which is comprised of: $2,134,895 for Repair and Replacement Reserve (R&R) which fully funds the 2022 Miller Dodson Level II Reserve Study Update, including a 6% inflation factor, and $122,000 in New Asset and Improvement Reserve (NAIR) projects. The R&R CTR increases by $176,340 over the current year. No new assessment funds are needed for the Contingency Reserve since the balance is above the $100,000 Reserve Policy target funding level. Total Capital Spending is $2,554,205 for all projects.

Repair & Replacement Reserve. The Capital Spending Plan funds

$2,432,205 for all R&R projects in the Board-adopted 2022 Level II Reserve Study Update. Notable R&R Reserve projects:

• Clubhouse Renovation/Refresh $ 444,617

• 10th Fairway Stormwater Management, Downstream Drainage Improvement, and Green Replacement Project $ 379,000

• Route 3 Wood Rail Fence (Hole #16) Upgrade to 6 Foot Metal Fence $ 214,500

• 2005 Freightliner w/ Clamshell Attachment $ 193,200

• Stormwater Management Improvement $ 142,800

• Golf Cart Path, 3 Holes (Holes 1,2 & 3) $ 140,516

• Tar and Chip Phase C, Sections 10, 11, and 12 $ 125,212

• Roads Equipment Storage Barn $ 95,218

• Culvert Replacements $ 76,500

Patrick Henry Court to Small Marina Drainage Improvement Project. The previous Capital Spending Plan provided what we believe are the final funds needed to begin construction of the project. We anticipate bidding the project for construction in Fall 2023.

Chip and Tar Program. For the second year, we have included funding for the Chip and Tar program in the Repair and Replacement Reserve. This was done to provide a better mechanism for tracking and planning towards the eventual conversion to asphalt roadways.

New Asset and Improvement Reserve. The Capital Spending Plan funds $122,000 in NAIR projects as follows:

1. Main Gate Improvements Design/Engineering (Alternate 2B) $ 100,000

2. Veterans Dam Trail (erosion repairs) $ 10,000 3. Traffic Speed Indicator Sign $ 4,000 4. Life Ring Stations (3) with Fire Extinguishers $ 3,000 5. Automated External Defibrillators (2) $ 5,000

TOTAL $ 122,000

(See Capital Spending/CTR on page 8.)

Assumptions and Guidance

We built the budget after reviewing actual revenue and expenditures from three previous years and the current year. We considered the stated Board Goals, Board Budget Guidance, federal, state, and local government requirements, and inflation forecasts and expectations. We contacted utility providers and incorporated funds to cover a Rappahannock Electric Cooperative rate increase. Operations Center Managers reviewed the FiveYear Capital Plan to consider new initiatives. Likewise, managers determined if any spending could be reduced or eliminated. We reviewed prices and service quality of current vendors. We considered the local economy which we believe will hold steady.

Conclusion and Acknowledgements

The budget is a responsible spending plan which carries the Lake of the Woods Association forward towards the Board’s Vision: A welcoming, diverse, residential, gated community of single-family homes and recreational amenities that supports the evolving needs of members and their families now and in the future. Because the budget requires such a large jump in the assessment, I did not include a list of proposals to add. Instead, I suggest the Board consider the pros and cons of delaying the recommended additional Roads laborer ($45,000) to November 2023 to cut initial expenses in half to $22,500.

The budget document represents many hours of preparation by the Operations Center Managers in consultation with the committees. Finance Director Charlie Maneval and Facilities Director Bobby Jones and their staffs, as well as Assistant General Manager Carolyn Brodeur, Executive Assistant Lorri Trocchio, and the Holcomb Building staff.

We welcome your comments and questions at the January 17 Budget Presentation.

Sincerely, General Manager

Lake of the Woods

1,963,987

36,000 912,163 (876,163)

140,000 254,690 (114,690)

152,859 86,062 66,797

106,565 249,694 (143,129)

593,248 761,751 (168,503)

52,385 237,622 (185,237)

66,290 224,802 (158,512)

751,163 1,005,720 (254,557)

1,272,892 1,507,177 (234,285)

667,670 654,104 13,566

1,450 1,117,583 (1,116,133)

2,700 720,350 (717,650)

Clubhouse 9009.00 Exterior doors, single with vision 33,000

Clubhouse 10010.00 Exterior doors, double with vision 73,500

Clubhouse 11011.00 Exterior / interior doors, ADA hardware 30,000 Clubhouse 12012.00 Exterior doors, Great Hall 12,000 Clubhouse 23022.00 Carpeting 75,360 Clubhouse 24023.00 Members Lounge, flooring, replace 11,200 Clubhouse 26025.00 Wood floor, banquet rooms, refinish 1,700 Clubhouse 31030.00 Grill room restroom renovations 28,700

Clubhouse 41041.00 Garland convection oven, bottom 8,938 Clubhouse 108089.00 Deck furniture, umbrellas 8,100 Clubhouse 110090.00 Grill Room furniture 56,202

Clubhouse 111091.00 Dining room tables and chairs 45,798

Clubhouse 112092.00 Presidents Room and hallway furniture 26,010

Clubhouse 115095.00 Members lounge furniture 34,109

Equestrian 152132.00 Riding horse #5 5,000

Community Act.167147.00 Non-powered weight stations, 25% 10,404

Community Act.248231.00 SBP - Replace pool furniture 14,045

Community Act.280261.00 Replace pool furniture, CH 14,045

Community Act.292269.00 CC Masonry sealant, exterior 9,364

Community Act.298275.00 CC Table and chairs 12,000

Administration344316.00 Computer switches and firewalls 9,129

Administration346319.00 Workstations, 20% 15,300

Administration351324.00 Desktop monitors, 20% 2,375

Golf/Fareways381351.00 WC Furniture, Fareways chairs, metal 13,000

Golf/Fareways407376.02 10th Fairway Stormwater Management, 379,000 Downstream Drainage Improvement, & Green Replacement Project

Golf/Fareways421384.00 Culvert/drainage repairs/replacements, golf 18,000

Golf/Fareways440679.01 2018 John Deere 1200a bunker rake 9,500

Environmental Res.464423.00 Dock resurfacing, Small Marina Fixed 5,969 Environmental Res.465424.00 Dock structure, Small Marina Fixed 11,970

Environmental Res.472431.00 Dock resurfacing, Sailboat Beach Fixed 14,541

Environmental Res.473432.00 Dock structure, Sailboat Beach Fixed 29,160

Association, Inc. Replacement Capital Spending Plan Proposed FY2023-24 Budget FY2023-2024 1/10/2023

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT EXPEDITE FEE $58.69

REAL ESTATE TRANSFER FEE $58.69

DOCUMENT COPY FEE First 5 copies free / $0.10 per copy additional DOCUMENT RESEARCH FEE (per Hour) $25.00/HR

ECC FILING FEES $80.00

LEGAL REVIEW - LOT JOINDER/DIVISION AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT RELOCATION $175.00

NEW CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION FEES (FORMERLY ROAD FEES)

ADDITIONS UP TO 120 SQ FT (per affected SQ FT) $3.50 PER SQ FT

ADDITIONS OVER 120 SQ FT (per affected SQ FT) $3.50 PER SQ FT

NEW CONSTRUCTION (per affected SQ FT) $3.95 PER SQ FT

DEMOLITION FEE (per SQ FT) $2.00 PER SQ FT

MARINA & LAKES

ANNUAL SLIP RENTAL

Large Slip $970.00 Small Slip $820.00

STORAGE

ANNUAL DRY SAIL $450.00

CANOE/KAYAK RACK FEE $40.00 VEHICLE STORAGE

$1,173.00

$1,637.10

$1,855.38

$2,101.20

$3,083.46

$3,355.80

RV/BOAT STORAGE (Also see Unsecured RV Storage - Campground) $500.00 TEMPORARY PARKING WEEKLY $56.00 DAILY $11.00

$703.80

$982.26

$1,112.82

BOAT REGISTRATIONS (Discounted after September 1 by 50%)

$1,260.72

$1,850.28

$2,013.48

MANPOWEREDUP TO 8' $30.00 MANPOWEREDOVER 8' $40.00

SAILBOATS UP TO 14' $30.00 SAILBOATS OVER 14' $65.00

Note

Proposed FY2023-24 Budget

Five Year Capital Spending Plan

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View the Budget online starting on 1/13/23 at www.LOWA.org/Budgets. To request a copy by email please submit to: FinanceDept@LOWA.org.

Countdown to the 2024 Clubhouse Refresh

by Ryan Richardson, Director of

Food & Beverage

By this time next year, the Clubhouse Refresh will be underway and LOWA will be on its way to getting a refreshed, vibrant, and modern Clubhouse. The Refresh project is slated to begin in January of 2024 and will take about one month to complete with a tentative grand opening scheduled for February 2024.

Capital Projects Manager Hunter Spencer and I have been working closely with the Clubhouse Committee to identify potential vendors, design specialists, general contractors, and to coordinate the project plans and timeline.

While our design plans are not yet finalized, we are excited about the concepts that have been presented to us for consideration. The Clubhouse will purchase new furniture and banquet equipment, existing furniture will be repurposed for use at other amenities where possible. Additionally, the Clubhouse will receive refinished floors, a fresh coat of paint, modern window treatments and lighting as well as a new layout.

The total budget for the project is about $400,000 but due to careful planning and consolidation of project timing the costs will be paid out of the Repair & Replacement Fund.

For now, we have the fun task of looking at color swatches, layout proposals, and daydreaming about what the future renovations will look like once the Clubhouse Refresh project is complete.

Stay tuned for more updates as we finalize plans to renovate YOUR Lake of the Woods Clubhouse! For more information, please join us for a Clubhouse Committee meeting at 1 PM, the second Wednesday of every month.

Tuesday, January 17

7 PM, General Manager Proposed FY 2023-2024 Budget Presentation, CC, Zoom

Wednesday, January 18 2 PM, LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, Zoom Clubhouse reopens

Saturday, February 4 10 AM, LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, Zoom

Committee Meetings: Meetings are subject to change. Visit www. LOWA.org/Committees or www. LOWA.org/Calendar To join Zoom meeting, go to www.LOWA.org/ CommitteeAgendas, for Zoom link. Member Log-in Required.

Investment/Treasurer Mtg: 1/17, 1 PM, CC, Zoom Ad hoc Future Financial Challenges/Funding Sources: 1/17, 2 PM, CC Rules: 1/17, 3 PM, Zoom

LCC Meeting: 1/18, 7:30 PM, CC

LCC Hearing: 1/18, 8 PM, CC ECC: 1/19, 9 AM, WC Golf: 1/23, 3 PM, WC Fareways: 1/25, 2 PM, CH Communications: 1/25, 3 PM, WC Planning: 1/26, 3 PM, CC

• Board Meetings: View online at www.LOWA.org/Videos. To join the Zoom meeting, visit www.LOWA.org/ BoardAgendas, for Zoom link. Member Log-in Required.

For assistance with logging on to the website, email WebSupport@LOWA. org. For assistance accessing Zoom meeting call 540-972-9680 or email ZoomHelp@LOWA.org

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

Jan. 12-16

Community Center closed for maintenance.

Monday, Jan. 16

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day LOWA Offices closed.

LOW Trash Compactor closed.

9 AM LOW AARP Meeting (CH).

Tuesday, Jan. 17

7 PM General Manager Proposed FY 2023-2024 Budget Presentation (CC). Info: 540-972-2214.

Wednesday, Jan. 18 Clubhouse reopens.

2 PM LOWA Regular Board Meeting (CC), Zoom. Info: 540-972-2214.

Friday, Jan. 27

5 PM Community Center closed for floor cleaning. Reopens Jan. 30.

Deadline for submissions to the Jan. 27 issue of Lake Currents is Jan. 13.

Deadline for submissions to the Feb. 10 issue of Lake Currents is Jan. 30.

Advertising Info: Call 540-972-2278 or email LakeCurrents@LOWA.org Media Kit online at LOWA.org

Calendar of Events

SPORTS & EXERCISE (subject to change)

Location Time Day Contact

Aerobics CC 9:15-10 AM M, W, F Linda 540-412-5795

Basketball Seniors 50+ CC 11:30 AM-1:30 PM F Al.goodwyn@gmail.com

Dance Meet Up LLCH 7-9 PM 1st TH FB: DanceMeetUp

Forever Fit $ FC 12:30 PM TU, TH Alison 703-347-5280

Line Dancing LLCH 4-7 PM SU Christine 703-674-7451

Pickleball Lessons CC 10:10-11:45 AM TH Renee 703-405-7687

Praise & Worship Dance LOWC-WC 10 AM-12:30 PM SA, M Sonja 540-972-1734

Seated Standing Fitness $ FC 12:30 PM M Alison 703-347-5280

Senior Softball 50+ HF 9 AM F Barry 540-972-8964

Shape Up $ FC 12:30 PM W Alison 703-347-5280

Square Dancers Club CC 7:30-9:30 PM 2nd/ 4th/5th F Dick 703-298-6254

Stretch and Flex CC 8:30-9:15 AM M, W, F Frances 540-972-5435

Walkers & Joggers Club Varies 9 AM M, W, SA Diane 540-388-2930

Walkers Meetup Group LLCH, p. lot 8 AM M-F Vassaatthelake@gmail.com

Water Fitness (seasonal) CH Pool 9 AM & 10 AM M, W, F Carol 540-972-6739

Afternoon Yoga Flow $ FC 4-5 PM 10:30 AM TU, TH SU Traci 703-229-7077

Yoga Yin $ FC 7-8 PM TU, TH Dawn 516-522-1953

Yoga FC 9:15 AM (varies) SA FB: LOW YogaBonnieBell 540-850-8585

Yoga Gentle $ FC 10:30 AM W Rebekah 540-881-0997

Yoga Flow $ FC 9 AM W Rebekah 540-881-0997

Yoga Vinyasa Flow $ FC 7-8 PM W www.risingdawnyogastudio.com

ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change) Location Time Day Contact

AARP Meeting CH 9:30 AM 3rd M Pierre 540-972-0519

Bridge, Sunday Duplicate WC 7 PM SU Joe 540-972-8052

Bridge, Wed Ladies WC 9 AM-3 PM W Pat 540-972-1436

Bridge, Friday CC 1-4 PM F Toby 540-972-8251

Bocce Club CC, Rm. 1 7 PM 3rd TH Dirk 540-402-5557 Lowbocce@gmail. com

Book Club, LOW Wilderness Lib 1 PM 2nd W 540-972-9284

Chess Club Kurt 703-401-8592

Childhelp Auxiliary LOWC 10 AM 1st W Karen 540-972-9043

Civic Club Meeting Pat 540-735-7998

Civil War Study Group Charles 540-972-2401

Craft Group LOWC 9:30-11:45 AM TU Debra 540-399-1210

DAR Susannah Chandler CC 1 PM 2nd SA Betty Larson 540-661-7202

Democratic Club CC 1 PM 2nd W Kerry 540-220-8547

Friends of Wildlife (FOWL) CC 7 PM 4th TH Fowloflow.com, 540-395-3205

Fun Bunch 55+ CC 10 AM-1 PM TU John 540-972-5611

Garden Club CH 12:30 PM No Dec. Mtg. 2nd M Jan 540-972-1630

Happy Tails Dog Club

info@happytailsdogclub.net

Litter Pick-up in LOW Around LOW 9 AM 3rd SA Jan 540-972-1630

LOW Arts CC 2 PM 1st M Karen 571-213-9486

LOW Hooks & Needles CC 9-11 AM TH Sharon 540-812-5652

LOW Lioness Club Donalda 540-412-2857/Jan 540-7552696

LOW Lions Club CH 6:30 PM 3rd TH Linda 571-328-9247

LOW Players CC 7 PM 2nd W Dave 540-972-6289

Mahjongg CC 1-4 PM M Debby 540-412-5240

Mothers of Preschoolers LOWC, Founders 9:15 AM 1st /3rd W Kristen, mops@lowchurch.org

Photography Club, LOW CC 7 PM 4th M Jen Heinz 703-508-1104

Pick & Sing FW 6:30 PM 2nd /4thTU FB Groups/lowpickandsing

Pickleball Club Renee 703-405-7687

Quilting Gurus CC 8:30AM12:30PM 4th W Betty 540-972-6807

Republican Club, LOW CC 7 PM 2nd T

LOWRepublicanClub.com

Veterans Club LLCH 7 PM 4th TH Mike 571-235-5313

Woodworkers Club CC 7 PM 4th TU Glynn 703-625-3849 Please refer to meeting room location key on previous page

Ugly Christmas Sweater Karaoke

by Carol Greeney, Fareways Committee

The event, sponsored by the Fareways Committee, and held on Friday, Dec. 16, was a huge success. There were many truly ugly sweaters, some slightly ugly, and even some not-so-ugly. There were many great singers and some with more spirit than talent, but all were entertaining, and a great time was had by all The delicious buffet of fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, green beans, and salad was a big hit as well as the special holiday drinks created for the event. A big thank you to our resident Karaoke couple, Ann and Delaney Jewell, for providing the music and the staff for providing the great service. Watch for the next Karaoke evening after the new year and don’t miss Wednesday’s Trivia and Darts on Thursdays.

540-972-2278

Email: LakeCurrents@LOWA.org

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Community Center News

by Kimberley Toone, Community Operations Manager

If you exercise at the community center, please bring a pair of “indoor” shoes, and change your shoes when you get into the building. (This applies only to athletic activities on the gym floor, not Board meetings, etc.). We appreciate your cooperation and assistance in helping us to be good stewards and prolong the life of this flooring.

During 2022, we averaged over 3,000 people in our community center every month. That is well over 35,000 people in a year! Many of those visitors put in their daily number of steps (and then some), on our MPH gym floor.

Imagine if you had 3,000 guests walking repetitively across your floors with shoes on and the amount of dirt and wear and tear! Even a tiny bit of dirt or grit on a floor walked over repeatedly may scratch and ruin the topcoat of a floor after a while. Most of us take off our shoes when we enter our home and vacuum and sweep on a regular basis, certainly many times over before we ever reach the amount of people that can be on our gym floor each day playing sports.

Thankfully, we don’t need to think of that in a gym, or do we? I recently met with our floor expert on our flooring here in the community center which is as old as the building. We went over our stripping and other procedures to ensure the longevity of the flooring and schedule our next stripping and waxing scheduled for Jan. 27 through 29. I was given several points on what is needed to prolong the life of the floor, as follows:

• Wax on schedule

• Mop thoroughly at least once per day

• Change mop water three times during the mopping of the gym floor

• Use a separate mop for the flooring than what is utilized on the bathroom floors

• Change shoes from outdoor to indoor when the gym is being used, especially in the wintertime.

I recently read a quote by Liz Kendall which said, “Effective stewardship of public finances has to be at the heart of everything we do.” While two pairs of shoes may be new to us, many gyms or activity centers around the country have adopted similar policies for this very reason. The only difference is that many of those places are not funded by our assessments, which is even more reason for us to want to be good stewards of our amenities as best we can, here at home.

There is another bonus to this as well, better traction. The better your traction, the better you will perform at whatever exercise you are participating in and, the less chance you will have of having a slip and fall. Win/win for all!

I thank you for your cooperation and assistance with this in the coming years.

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Photos provided (L-R): Holly Schwartz, Carol Greeney and Gary Schwartz

Linda and Jim Corsones

Tina and Luis Amador

Jerry Hoehn

Cierra

Goodfellow

Caring for Holiday Gift Plants

by Donna Chernowetz, Treasurer and Master Gardener, LOW Garden Club

Someone gave you a gorgeous plant! Now, what should you do to extend the flowering period and keep it alive as a nice green houseplant? The Lake of the Woods Garden Club has these simple suggestions.

The general rule for all is:

1. Keep the plant moist, NOT soggy. Stick your finger in the soil to the first knuckle. If it’s dry, water. If it’s still moist, don’t.

2. When the plant is flowering, it needs full sun or very bright artificial light. HOWEVER:

3. Keep it out of drafts. A sunny southern window is great, but make sure it isn’t drafty.

4. Flowers last longer in a cool room, around 65 degrees. They like a nighttime temperature of 50-55 degrees. They will certainly live if you keep your home warmer.

5. Higher humidity is good for both you and your plants--around 50 to 60 percent is ideal. A humidifier is helpful, or you can set the pot atop pebbles in a shallow tray of water.

Photo Provided

With a bit of care, your potted flowers can evolve as green house plants.

After flowering, each type of plant has its own individual needs for ongoing care, and some need extra attention to flower next year. Google is a good source for that information, or a good houseplant book from our local library will take care of you.

The LOW Garden Club is a member of the Shenandoah District of the Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs, as well as the National Garden Clubs. It is through the national organization that we participate in Penny Pines. At each meeting, we collect pennies for the purchase of acres to be planted in our national forests, to replace trees lost due to fire, drought, or other natural disasters. Our club’s donations are earmarked for Virginia, but individuals may donate a plantation for any state they choose.

Fly, Eagle, Fly!

Bald eagles nest and live year-round in the state of Virginia. Here, at Lake of the Woods, we are fortunate to have eagles’ nests near us. The benefit of having these nearby neighbors is the opportunity to witness one firsthand, soaring overhead, perched in a tree, or catching a fish in our lake. The thrill of glimpsing this once-endangered species and majestic symbol of our country never gets old.

Bald eagles aren’t, as we know, really bald, but their white feathered heads, in contrast to their rich brown torso and tail feathers, gave them their name. Interestingly, both males and females have the same coloration, but uniquely, the females are larger than the males. Eagles’ nests are the largest of any bird in North America, with both parents taking turns incubating the eggs.

This bird of prey is a carnivore, with fish comprising most of their diet, followed by waterbirds, which explains why they frequent our lake. Mediumsized waterbirds, like grebes, mallards, and coots are relatively easy for the much larger eagles to catch and fly with. Much of their food is obtained through kleptoparasitism, which means they steal prey away from other predators.

In the mid-20th century, the eagle population had severely declined due to several factors, leading them to be declared an endangered species in 1967. Banning the pesticide DDT, which interfered with their ability to lay healthy eggs, as well as the enactment of increased penalties for illegally shooting eagles, helped bring them back.

In 2007, bald eagles were removed from the endangered species list. Today, another threat to the eagle population has emerged – lead poisoning. Eagles ingest lead when they feed on the remains of animals that have been killed with lead ammunition. According to the Wildlife Center of Virginia, the issue of lead poisoning can be almost entirely eliminated by using non-lead ammunition and proper disposal of animal carcasses.

We want generations to come to be able to experience the spectacle of eagles in America. Please visit our website at www.fowloflow.org or follow us on Facebook.

Photo by Deanne Lawrence

AARP Special Guest: Major General (Ret)Heidi V. Brown

by Karen Kovarik, Publicity Chairman

On Monday, Jan. 16, AARP meets at 9 AM for coffee and conversion in the Clubhouse. The meeting starts at 10 AM, when we meet Major General (Ret) Heidi V Brown.

Brown retired in 2017 following a nearly 36-year Army career, culminating as Director of Global Operations, U.S. She was responsible to the commander for situational awareness, command and control, and integrated plans for global nuclear, cyber, and space operations.

MajorGeneral

Heidi Brown

Brown graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1981. Over the course of her military career, she served in a variety of command and staff positions. As commander of the 31st Air Defense Artillery Brigade, she was the first woman to command and lead a brigade into combat and has the added distinction of being the first female general in the Air Defense Artillery branch.

Her speech will focus on her background, opportunities, mentors, and bosses who were instrumental in her professional advancement.

Brown’s awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit with four Oak Leaf Clusters (OLC), Bronze Star Medal with one OLC, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with six OLC, Army Commendation Medal with five OLC, Joint Services Achievement Medal, and Army Achievement Medal with four OLC. Badges include Parachutist, Air Assault, Space, Air crewmember, Joint Chiefs of Staff Identification, Army Staff Identification, and Secretary of Defense Identification.

She holds a bachelor’s degree from the United States Military Academy, a master of education from the University of South Carolina, and a master’s in strategic studies, the Army War College. Her military education includes the Combined Arms and Services Staff School, Army Command and General Staff College, and the Army War College.

Now, in civilian life, she has served on our Board of Directors and is an active Lioness.

Lake Authors Announce Guest Speaker

by Sharon Lyon, Steering Committee Member

The Lake Authors of the Wilderness club is pleased to announce the speaker for our Jan. 21 meetinglocal author and publisher Michele Friedman. Michele is the founder of Hyssop Press, an independent publisher specializing in science fiction literature. She will share how she set up her press and how it can support local authors. The Lake Authors meet the third Saturday of each month, at 10 AM at the Wilderness Branch of the Orange County Library.

Michele is also the author of the newly published novel Gadarene, launched in September 2022. Two lovers struggle to survive a cataclysmic viral fever that has altered the world as they know it. They seek refuge deep in the Catskill Mountains, where monsters hunt them, both real and imagined. They find temporary solace and a sense of community with a small group of people, but their peaceful existence is shattered by the arrival of a mysterious stranger. As their sanity begins to unravel, they must work together—or risk the destruction of everything they hold dear. For more information on the novel, visit www.hyssop.press Interested in learning about our club or joining us? Email us at lakeauthors@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook at Virginia Lake Authors.

We are currently recruiting for Locust Grove Primary and Locust Grove Elementary Schools to visit 2-3 times per week, during designated times to assist in building these crucial skills!

If interested, please contact the Office on Youth at (540) 672-5484 ext. 4 or via email at avines@orangecountyva.gov

Health & Rehabilitation and Senior Living

Dogwood Village offers Short-term Rehabilitation, Long Term Care, Assisted Living and Respite Care. Please call or check out our new website for more information. 120 Dogwood Lane Orange, Virginia 22960

Ph: (540) 672-2611 Fx: (540) 672-3187 dogwoodvillageocva.org

What could be more fun than a bunch of Cub Scouts, soap, water, and spray bottles to clean the eight Civil War historical panels posted around LOW? While vigorously spraying, soaping, and rinsing (even on the signs), Cubs also learned about Civil War activities in their own back yards from the panels gifted over the years by the LOW Civil War Study Group. Thanks to all Cubs and families for their service.

For more information on LOW Cub Scouting, please contact Jack Simons, Pack Committee Chair at JOSimons179@gmail.com We are sponsored by Lake of the Woods Church, and have a fun spring program planned.

For more information on the Civil War Study Group historical presentations and programs, please contact Charles Brewer 540-645-2705 or visit civilwarstudygroup.org

A Buddy is a Special Friend

by Christine Purtell, Member, LOW

Childhelp Auxiliary

Our most successful programs almost always involve one-on-one time with the children. Many years ago, the auxiliary started a Reading Buddy program at the Alice C. Tyler Village, and it is still going strong. Auxiliary volunteers are assigned a student who needs additional help with reading. The volunteer meets weekly with his/her child in the Nancy Horch Reading Room. Nancy is a founding member of our auxiliary and was most instrumental in developing the reading buddy program. When the reading room was created, it was named in her honor.

Last year, we introduced a Math Buddy program to offer help to children who are behind in their math skills. Both programs are overseen by Jennifer Jenkins, the village librarian. The much-needed help these children receive is only part of the reward. This program allows our children to also build selfesteem and self-confidence. Wade Hardman, our volunteer liaison, tells us the kids feel the staff at the illage are paid to spend time with them. The kids believe volunteers show up because they like spending time with them – a huge difference from a child’s point of view!

Our treasurer and past president, Jane Haltmaier, presented a mosaic she created for the Reading Room wall to Librarian Jennifer Jenkins, at the auxiliary’s January meeting. We are looking to develop and promote more programs that offer one-on-one time with these kids!

Fitness Center Open House

by Kimberly Toone, Community Operations Manager

Mark your calendars and come out to see us during open house, Saturday, Feb. 11, noon to 5 PM. We can’t wait to meet you and show you around! Open house is for all community members and the perfect time for you to come in and see what the center has to offer!

In addition to all the great workout equipment available with a membership, there are many wonderful classes available as well as Personal Trainer services. If you’ve wondered which class may be right for you or if you would benefit from a trainer, then this is the perfect time to come see what we have to offer! Our instructors and personal trainers will be on hand beginning at noon to provide demonstrations in the classroom. A sample of the day’s demonstrations are:

noon - Bodhi Leaf Yoga

12:30 PM - Yin Yoga

1 PM - Forever Fit Seated Exercise

1:30 PM - Yoga Flow

2 PM - Rise and Flow Yoga

2:30 PM - Kettlebells

What can beat the opportunity to tour the center, wonderful demonstrations, and meeting our great instructors, trainers, and staff? Light refreshments and some great door prizes! Our grand prize will be a free trial membership good through April 30, 2023, so come on in and see what the New Year could have in store!

Fitness Center Specialist, Instructors and Trainers. Light Refreshments.

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provided What the New Year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the New Year. ~Vern McLellan

Notices

The LOW AARP TaxAide site is scheduling appointments to e-file your Federal/State tax returns Feb 3-Apr 15 from 8:45 AM-1:15 PM. Please pick up your information packet from the Wilderness Library lobby and call our scheduler at 540-318-0345 once you receive all your tax forms.

Come Sing with Us! The Blue Ridge Chorale (BRC), a community choir, directed by Melanie Bolas. We will meet on Mondays at 6:30 PM beginning on January 23, at Culpeper Baptist Church (Sanctuary), 318 S. West Street, Culpeper. Registration will begin at 6 PM. You can also register online by visiting www.brcsings.com/ Project Excel Program. Reading and Math volunteers are needed at the Locust Grove Primary and Elementary Schools for the Project Excel program. Apply online at OrangeCountyVA. gov/286/Project-Excel. For more information, email Mr.Tutoring88@ gmail.com or call LOW resident, Ginny Biggs at 571-259-8951.

Lost or Found Pets in LOW can be posted on facebook.com/ LOWlostandfoundpets

Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses

Recycled: Place used hearing aids and eyeglasses in LOW Lions boxes at the Ferris Building & Holcomb Building.

Fundraisers

LOW F&R Phone Directory.

The LOW Directory is available for $10, cash or check only, at LOWA Member Services, Holcomb Bldg. Sales benefit LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company.

Cause 4 Paws. We need volunteer foster homes, monetary donations, and donations of the following: Purina Kitten Chow, Purina Cat Chow, Friskies Pate canned food and Fancy Feast Kitten Wet Food. Proceeds benefit feline rescue. Donations may be tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) charity. Donations may be mailed to Cause 4 Paws, P.O. Box 301, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Facebook: causefourpaws Locust Grove VA or call LA, 540-4854181 or Darlene 540-972-8038.

LOW Lioness Book Sale

Used books will be sold on the last Saturday of the month (Feb.Nov.) from 8:30 AM to 1 PM at the Ferris Building. Proceeds go to the Benevolence Fund. Book donations are accepted the day of the sale. No reference or textbooks, please. Info: Ann, 540-972-4338; Sherri, 540412-9854; or Helene, 540-412-0798.

LOW Lions Medical Equipment Loan Program seeks donations of wheelchairs and rollators in working condition to share with neighbors in need. Donate at Velona Building (by compactor) any Saturday from 9 AM-noon. 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 Terry at 540-495-0640. The Lions are a 501(c)(3) charity; donations may be tax deductible. The Lion’s Yard Sale at the Velona Building is open every Saturday from 9 AM to noon.

Orange County Humane Society of VA. Our TNVR (trap, neuter, vaccinate, return) feral, free roaming cat program needs canned and dry cat food as well as monetary donations. Food donations may be dropped off at Locust Grove Vet Clinic. Monetary donations are needed for all our programs, including our Pets In Place program for pet dogs and cats in need. Mail donations to: OCHSVA, PO Box 852, Locust Grove, VA 22508, or send through Paypal. Remember when shopping with Amazon, select us as your charity of choice. OCHSVA is a 501(c)3 charity, your donations may be tax deductible. Facebook: Orange County Humane Society VA. Call 540-672-0069, for questions about our TNVR community cat program (that we affectionately call Andi’s Cats), and our Pets In Place program.

Human Services

Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Monday at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). For other local online AA meetings go to http://d39.wildwoodweb.com/ Meetings.shtml Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060.

Cancer Support Group for Women and their caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060.

Dementia Memory Café: This is a social event where the person with dementia and/or the caregiver(s) are welcome to come discuss issues. Contact Bonnie at 540-547-4824 or bonnired@comcast.net

Divorce Care Support Group Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM, at the LOW Church Library. For more information, contact Mike Lemay at 540-972-9060 or email mike@ lowchurch.org

Grief Support Group: Griefshare is a free worldwide Bible-based support group to help you through your grief journey after the loss of a loved one. We meet twice a year for 13-week sessions of videos and discussions at the LOW Church. Info: 540-972-9060 or www. lowchurch.org

Living Water Community Clinic in Locust Grove Town Center (32345 Constitution Hwy, Suite P) offers free medical care, dental care, and prescription assistance to the eligible uninsured in Orange, Spotsylvania, and Culpeper counties. Medical care available on 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th Thursdays from 5 to 8 PM. Medical and dental care available on the 2nd Saturday from 9 AM to noon. Call 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.

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 by appointment. 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: 540-672-0793.

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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 1-800-733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walkins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Ginny, 540-848-5829 or Carol, 540-972-0664.

Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, information service for individuals and family members facing mental or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. If you or someone you know needs immediate support regarding suicide prevention, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

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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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LOWArts 2022 Recap

by Maribeth Logan, Member, LOW

Arts

Building on last year’s success, LOWArts will continue offering opportunities for artists to create and display artwork throughout 2023.

Highlights from 2022 include:

• The 38th Annual Art Show was the most successful to date. Artworks included watercolor; oil painting; acrylic; jewelry; fused glass; stained glass; and much more. The annual art show benefits the Orange County School Arts Program. Thanks to the generosity of our patrons, LOWArts donated all raffle proceeds as well as additional funds due to the show’s success. Join us again in the fall of 2023 for the 39th!

• Fareways was not only a place to eat this year, but an everchanging Art Gallery. Look for new and exciting artwork and artist receptions throughout 2023!

• Monthly meetings for LOW artists, lovers of art, and community members. This year included guest speakers, an origami workshop, updates on upcoming events, critiques, and photo shows of artists’ current projects. Next meeting is Feb. 6 from 2 to 3:30 PM at the Community Center.

• Trips to galleries, gardens, and the art studios at the Lorton Workhouse. Trips are already being planned for this year to a Richmond art gallery, a thrift store selling used art supplies, and to the Riverside Theater.

• Art demonstrations and opportunities to learn how to create a piece of art, such as the Plein Air event at LOW beach.

• DO ART! This year more than 35 LOW residents experienced the joy of alcohol inks while sipping wine.

To learn more about LOWArts, visit us at lakeofthewoodsarts.com or on Facebook.

Deadline for submissions to the Jan. 27 issue of Lake Currents is Jan. 13.

Deadline for submissions to the Feb. 10 issue of Lake Currents is Jan. 30.

Advertising Info: Call 540-972-2278 or email LakeCurrents@LOWA.org Media Kit online at LOWA.org

Photo Club

by Judy Cain, Member, LOW Photo Club

Pickleball Tournament Smashing Fun

by Renee McGinnis, Commissioner, LOW Special Needs Pickleball League

Photographers, want-to-be photographers, and anyone else interested in photography - join the club!

Our November meeting included welcoming new members and sharing of the monthly themed photos, Reflections. The learning portion regarding depth of field by Bev Trombley began with a quick summary of the concept and execution. Bev provided several photographs demonstrating how DOF tells the story of the picture by what is in focus.

Due to the holidays, a December meeting was not held. The January theme is A Different Perspective. Champion Coleman has provided a different perspective by flipping one of his reflection photos. The sky is actually the lake, with fall leaves floating. Get out and find a different perspective, or whatever captures your imagination. The meeting learning topic will be lighting. Please join us Jan. 23.

The LOW Photo Club meets the fourth Monday of each month at 7 PM in the Community Center. Our members range from beginners to very experienced photographers shooting with everything from the latest mirrorless cameras to cell phones. Everyone is welcome and no matter how much we think we already know, we are always learning from each other.

A portion of our meeting is spent sharing our work and a portion learning from each other. We organize photography field trips and travel together or meet up to find the best local photo opportunities.

For more information, contact Jen Heinz (jenheinz6103@gmail.com) or Karen O’Donnell (odonnellake@gmail.com). Check out our Facebook group LOWPhotoClub to see what else we are up to!

The Adult Special Needs Pickleball Team participated in a tournament on Dec. 11 at the Community Center. It quickly became evident that every player came to the tournament to have fun and to play their best game! The camaraderie among these players is truly amazing! The joy in playing the game, cheering for their teammates, and good-natured trash talk is infectious and always an inspiration to every volunteer participant. Dozens of spectators cheered for the team, and many commented on how much their playing had improved since the first tournament in March of 2019.

Each player received a certificate of accomplishment for their outstanding performance and sportsmanship, a gold pickleball paddle and ball medal, pickleball-themed cookies, an a “swag bag.” The event concluded with many of the players asking when they will have another tournament!

If you, a family member, or a friend are interested, please call Renee on 703-405-7687. New adult players (18+years old) are always welcome.

Photo by Marco Devito Enjoying the Special Needs Pickleball tournament are (L-R): Coach John Keating, Commissioner Renee McGinnis, Sean McGinnis, Albert Sprouse, Raymond Little, Richard Lowery, Nathan Hileman, Jason Hileman and Margaret Keating.

Photo by Champion Coleman

Proposal for publication in the January 13 issue of Lake Currents. He reviewed recent adjustments to the proposed budget following additional review and recommendations. A January 17 briefing for members has been scheduled. A detailed list of all the changes in the revised Proposed Budget will be available at the January 18, 2023 Board meeting. Final amendments will be considered at the February 4 Board meeting, in preparation for final adoption later in the month.

D. Other Business

Implementation of the night closure of the main gate and AllBox project has been delayed to March 1, 2023 due to supply chain issues with the new gate openers.

Results of the survey about changing the date of the Annual Membership Meeting will be scheduled for the January 18 Board meeting.

The Finance Department was able to arrange for 2-factor authentication to be installed at all work stations. This will restrict unauthorized access by third parties.

In November, calls to Security for inbound visitors dropped from an average of 265/day to 149/day, mostly due to increased use of the TEKControl guest entry system and the transfer of barcode processing to Member Services.

Our insurance carrier has recommended increasing the required amount of insurance coverage for non-motorized and motorized watercraft of 25 hp or less from $100k to $300k per accident. The Board requested the General Manager to provide more information so the Board can consider adopting the change, which would require an amendment to Regulations.

Battlefield Land Surveyors completed a survey of the LOWA property line along Rte 3 as a preliminary step toward constructing a new fence to deter trespassing. Construction and maintenance easements will need to be obtained from lot owners affected by the project. Members are encouraged to submit their comments on the Route 3 fencing project to the Board and management. The next step will be to hold a meeting with the 14 private lot owners to discuss the project.

5.8

Committee Reports

Finance Committee, Regarding FY2023/24 Budget

Chair Jane Haltmaier provided highlights of the Finance Committee’s review and recommendations for the next budget. The Committee largely supported the proposed budget in most areas, but as a strategy favored increasing dues for specific amenities and activities over increasing the assessment. Consideration was given to recommendations that would keep the assessment down as much as possible, while retaining adequate funds for capital improvements.

Off-season projects planned include considering a reserve fund for New Asset and Improvement projects and expanding the analysis of subsidies and amenity use.

6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

6.1 Consideration of Adopting the LOWA 2023 Employee Covid-19 Policy. (D-23-02)

Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt the LOWA 2023 Employee Covid-19 Policy, effective immediately. (The changes no longer require new employees be vaccinated.)

7.

NEW BUSINESS

7.1 Consideration of Approving Amendment #2 to the Contract with Allied Universal Security Services, to Extend Services Through April 30, 2024. (D23-03)

Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board approve Amendment #2 to the Contract with Allied Universal Security Services to extend the term through April 30, 2024, with the contract amount of $814,471.84 for May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024, and authorize the President to sign the amendment.

7.2 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance and Lot Violation Enforcement. (D-23-04)

Adopted by consent, that the Board declare a continuing violation of the Restrictive Covenants exists on the lots in Case #23-0107-01, and Case #23-0107-02, and the Board suspend the voting rights and the use of the recreational amenities, including the Main and Back automatic gates, until the violation is corrected, in accordance with Section 12.G.b. of the Restrictive Covenants, effective January 17, 2023; and further that the Board authorize the General Manager to send a legal demand letter to bring the lot into compliance.

7.3 Consideration of Authorizing the President to Sign a FiberLync Agreement and Easement Regarding Service to Lake of the Woods for LOWA Section 8. (D-23-05)

Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board authorize the President to sign a FiberLync Agreement and Easement regarding service to Lake of the Woods for LOWA Section 8 in a form approved by the LOWA Attorney.

7.4 Discussion of Moratorium on the Registration of New Wake Boats Due to Expire April 20, 2023.

Without objection, the Board agreed to request the General Manager draft a Resolution to extend the Moratorium to April 20, 2024 to allow more time for study and review.

8. Director Comments: Director Olson reminded members to use the TeKControl visitor entry system on the LOWA website to authorize guest entry.

9. Scheduled Meetings

Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 12:00 Noon. Open Session: 2:00 p.m. Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, February 4, 2023 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 9:00 a.m. Open Session: 10:00 a.m.

10. Adjournment

Motion by Olson, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 12:22 p.m.

Leif Henecke, LOWA Secretary

4. PRESENTATIONS

4.1 Main Gate/Third Gate Working Group Presentation

Working Group Member Allie Felder reviewed the various issues associated with developing a plan to alleviate vehicle backups at the Main Gate entrance caused by insufficient stacking space for inbound traffic hampering the ability to process visitor lane traffic. The Working Group recommended selecting Alternate design 2B as the best overall option for improvement in handling traffic surges at a reasonable cost. Development of the design, how to pay for construction and further study of a possible third gate would be part of the next steps going forward. He responded to questions from the Board and members present.

4.2 FY2023-24 Budget Overview

General Manager Phil Rodenberg briefed the Board on the FY202324 budget proposal submitted on November 18 and the budget process. Following the recent budget hearings, changes were made to the original proposed budget that resulted in a reduction to the initial proposed Assessment. Presentation of the budget to members is scheduled for January 17. Final proposed amendments are due from the Board on January 20 for consideration at the February 4 Board meeting. Final adoption of the budget is scheduled for February 15, 2023.

5. REPORTS

5.1

Reports of Officers

The President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary had no report.

A. Executive Session Actions

Motion by Henecke, passed unanimously, to uphold the decision of the LCC in Case #11-16-1.

B. Committee Changes - Committee Change List dated December 14, 2022. (D-22-143) Adopted by consent.

Name Action Committee

Olin Greene Advisor Fareways

Karen Woods Term of Service (LGA) Golf

Lori Barnes Voting (LGA) Golf

Term-End Date

Teri Sindt Voting Golf December 13, 2025

Vernon “Joe” Broadwater Voting Pickleball/Tennis December 13, 2025

Reed Beving Resigned Pickleball/Tennis

John Grennall Resigned Pickleball/Tennis

Carl Bayer Alternate Pickleball/Tennis

Janet Ratzlaff Voting Pickleball/Tennis December 13, 2025

5.2 Report of General Manager, Phil Rodenberg

A. Coronavirus and LOWA: The Orange County Covid transmission rate continues to be classified as “low.” LOWA staff vaccination rate remains at 93%.

B. November Financials

In November, we collected $140,257 in FY2022/23 lot assessments, for a total of $7,041,860, or 89.5% of the total lot assessments billed. As of November 30, the preliminary Unaudited Income Statement Budget-to-Actual Comparison Summary showed a favorable variance of $350,094, primarily the result of unbudgeted New Construction and Renovation Reserve receipts. Delinquency rate was 6.6%, compared to 5.5% as of last November.

The GM, Finance and LOWA managers continue to review the GM’s draft operating budget. Following the incorporation of all amendments, the final budget will be voted on by the Board at the February 15, 2023 meeting.

C. Lakes Management Report: None.

D. AMT Wake Boat Study Update

Engineer Don Rissmeyer reported the A. Morton Thomas wake boat study draft will be available by the end of this month. A special town hall meeting is planned in the Feb/March timeframe after delivery of the final report.

E. Other Business

The Back Gate barcode reader needs to be replaced. Delivery and installation is currently scheduled for early January after parts become available.

A new chef at the Clubhouse, Todd Edwards, started work last week. Employment vacancies persist at the Clubhouse, Fareways, Maintenance and Environmental Resources. Prices for food and alcoholic beverages will be raised in January to help reduce negative variances at both our restaurants. The Clubhouse will be closed for seasonal maintenance January 1-18, 2023.

Thomas Finsterle has been hired as our new Environmental Resources Manager. He started work this week. Security submitted their statistical report for October and November. Security staff responded to 151 calls for service in October, and 169 calls in November. Animal complaints rose from 9 in October to 20 in November. Holiday events, including Thanksgiving Dinner, Christkindlmarkt and the Tree Lighting Ceremony were all well-attended. The Silver-Tones Dinner Dance was sold out.

5.3 Committee Liaison Reports

A. Maintenance & Ecology Committee

Director Henecke updated the Board on recommendations made by the Committee regarding maintenance inquiries. The GM recommended the Board discuss the information from the Committee regarding work order software and the policy for member inquiries.

Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, that the Board direct the General Manager to consult with staff to define the specific uses of a work order software system, the operational objectives to be achieved, and the challenges of transitioning to and effectively utilizing such a system. I further move that the Board direct the General Manager to report back to the Board no later than March 8, 2023.

5.4 Committee Report: Legal & Compliance Committee

Vice Chair Clifton Wilks provided statistics from the Committee docket covering the most recent five months, July through November 2022. Of note, roadway speeding is the most common violation, with 62 members and 188 guests cited. There were 23 boating infractions.

Many of those receiving summonses choose to pay the fine rather than attend an LCC hearing.

Recess: At this point, President Vickery declared a five-minute recess, and brought the meeting back into Open Session when recess expired.

6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

6.1 Consideration of Accepting the 2022-26 Land Use Study for Planning Purposes. (D-22-144)

Motion by Olson, passed unanimously, that the Board accept the 20222026 Land Use Study prepared by the Planning Committee for planning purposes.

6.2 Consideration of Adopting the FY2023-27 Five-Year Capital Plan for Budgeting and Planning Purposes. (D-22-145)

Motion by Diercks that the Board adopt the FY2023-2027 Five-year Capital plan for budgeting and planning purposes.

The following amendments to the FY2023-27 Five-Year Capital Plan were considered:

Amendment #1

Motion by Henecke to: 1) reduce the proposed $100,000 funding for the Veterans’ Dam Trail to $10,000 in FY2023/24, and; 2) reduce the scope of the proposed Veterans’ Dam Trail project in FY2023/24 to Phase 1 Erosion Remediation and Abatement as outlined in the NA&I Request.

Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to amend the motion to add the item be deferred to FY2024/25. Vote on the original motion as amended passed unanimously.

Amendment #2

Motion by Henecke to move the proposed $80,000 funding for installation of shade structures and deck screening at the Clubhouse to the FY2023-24 budget from the planned budget year of FY2024/25. Vote: Yea: Henecke, Olson and Kay. Nay: Rappoport, Diercks and Vickery. With a tie vote, motion failed 3 to 3.

Amendment #3

Motion by Henecke to reinstate $5,000 in funding for the purchase of deck heaters for the Clubhouse deck to the FY2023/24 budget. Funding to purchase deck heaters had previously been included in the FY2020-2024 Five-year Capital Plan. Vote: Yea: Henecke and Olson. Nay: Diercks, Kay, Vickery and Rappoport. Motion failed 2 to 4.

Amendment #4

Motion by Diercks to defer $30,000 for the Fareways Exterior Dining Patio from FY2023/24 to FY2024/25. Vote: Yea: Rappoport, Diercks, Vickery, Olson and Kay. Nay: Henecke. Motion passed 5 to 1.

Amendment #5

Motion by Rappoport to move the traffic speed sign, budgeted at $4,000 from FY2023/24 to FY2024/25. Vote: Yea: 0. Nay: Rappoport, Vickery, Diercks, Henecke, Kay and Olson. Motion failed 0-6.

Amendment #6

Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, to reduce the number of Life Ring Stations with fire extinguishers from 6 to 3 (total in FY2023/24 would be reduced from $6000 to $3000); and add 3 Life Ring Stations with fire extinguishers to FY2024/25 at a cost of $3000.

6.3 Consideration of Adopting Amendments to the Fitness Committee Charter. (D-22-146) Adopted by consent

7. NEW BUSINESS

7.1 Discussion of LOWA’s 2022 Employee Covid-19 Policy.

Management recommends the Board review the Employee Covid-19 Policy first adopted February 5, 2022. Discussion focused on issues relating to vaccination requirements for employees. A final update of the policy is scheduled for consideration at the January 7, 2023 Board meeting.

7.2 Consideration of Ratifying the President’s Actions Regarding FiberLync Construction in LOW Sections 9 and 10. (D-22-147)

Motion by Rappoport that the Board ratify the President’s actions: 1) Granting an easement along the streets, and 2) Authorizing an agreement for FiberLync construction in Sections 9 and 10.

Motion by Rappoport, passed unanimously, to amend the motion that the Board authorize the President to sign an agreement with FiberLync granting an easement and authorizing construction in Section 6 and the remainder of Sections 9 and 10. Vote on original motion as amended passed unanimously.

7.3 Consideration of Entering Lots for Maintenance and Lot Violation Enforcement. (D-22-148) Adopted by consent.

1) That the Board declare a continuing violation of the Restrictive Covenants exists on the lot in Case #22-0402-02, and the Board suspend the voting rights and use of the recreational amenities, including the Main and Back automatic gates until the violation is corrected, in accordance with Section 12.G.b of the Restrictive Covenants, effective December 27, 2022; and further move that the Board authorize the GM to send a legal demand letter to bring the lot into compliance.

2) That the Board approve entry of the lot in Case #22-1214-03 on or after December 27, 2022 to perform maintenance as stipulated in the ECC Chair’s letters to the individual lot owner, and that the property be billed for the cost related to such work in accordance with Paragraph 14 of the Restrictive Covenants.

8. Director Comments: Comments focused on the ongoing staffing shortage, and reminding members to use the TekControl visitor entry system for guests over the holidays.

9. Scheduled Meetings

Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Saturday, January 7, 2023 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 1:00 p.m. Open Session: 2:00 p.m. Regular Board of Directors Meeting: Wednesday, January 18, 2023 in the Community Center. Executive Session: 12:30 p.m. Open Session: 2:00 p.m.

10. Adjournment

Motion by Olson, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Leif Henecke, LOWA Secretary

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Orange County Supervisor’s Letter

by Lee Frame, District 5 Supervisor

The Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District is a political subdivision of Virginia, made up of five counties including Orange County. The CSWCD promotes the stewardship of soil and water and the conservation of natural resources by educating and providing technical assistance to manage, protect, and enhance the land and water. It works with multiple state government organizations and several offices of the United States Department of Agriculture. It is governed by a board of directors, including three members from Orange County. These directors are elected every four years. You may not have recognized this since there is usually very little widespread election information or controversy on CSWCD beyond the farming community.

CSWCD supports Best Management Practices which maximize land use efficiency and minimize pollution into the waterways. It does this by educating the public, providing technical assistance to land users, mostly farmers, and directing financial support from various state and federal sources.

Orange County farmers received about $2.3 million for BMP installations through the Virginia Agricultural Cost Share Program last year. They also received about $8.000 in Virginia tax credits. CSWCD also reviews rezoning requests, special-use permit applications, preliminary subdivision plans, and development site plans for erosion and sediment control planning. Twenty plans were reviewed in Orange County during the last year.

Since failing septic systems can also contribute to waterway pollution, CSWCD also administers funding from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality to inspect, pump out, and replace septic systems. In Orange County, there were 38 septic systems that were improved, at a cost of over $98,000. CSWCD also administers a Virginia conservation assistance program for non-agricultural lands. Projects include rain harvesting and rain gardens, including a small rain garden project in Lake of the Woods.

CSWCD is responsible for 11 dams in the Culpeper and Madison counties. Although these dams are small, over $800,000 was spent on these dams.

The CSWCD public education efforts include classroom instruction. About 1,000 adults and 2,.000 school children were taught this year. Recognition in the form of Clean Water Farm Awards are given to one farm in each county. These awards recognize farms that are exemplary in protection of the state’s soil and water quality, with particular emphasis on nutrient management. CSWCD also recognizes individuals and landowners with awards recognizing commitments to wildlife habitat, forestland management, and conservation education. Another public outreach is recognizing students with scholarships. Last year five scholarships were given out for applicants majoring in agriculture, agribusiness, conservation, and environment. You can learn more about CSWCD on their website at http://www. culpeperswcd.org.

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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CLEANING by BARBARA Harris. Move-in, Move-out, one-time or regular basis. Baths & Kitchens a specialty. 540-672-8069.

CLEANING BY K&K Cleaning - 15 yrs+ experience in LOW. Weekly- Bi- Monthly. Move in-out. Holidays and Special Occasions. Call for details, 561-542-6787.

CLEANING PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com

CONCRETE MASONRYDriveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

CONCRETE PATIOS and stamped concrete patios. 540-845-1047. Class A Contractor, LOW resident.

CRAWLSPACE WATER Issues? Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

CULVERT REPLACEMENTAsk Zello, 540-406-3589.

CUSTOM HOUSE Painting. Inside and out. Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773. Free estimates.

DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999.

DECK STAINING - Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

DECK STAINING - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783.

DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

ELECTRICIAN (ASAP Electrical and Plumbing) Master Electrician with over 35 years experience. Call, email or text Larry today for your free quote. No job too small. Veteran/LOW resident. 540-2265570. ASAPLarry@aol.com

FALL/WINTER SERVICES: Seasoned Firewood, Aeration, Tree Removal, Fertilization, Bobcat Services, Driveway Restoration, & Miscellaneous Clean-up. Free estimates, Stanley Lawn Care, 540308-8072.

FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

GUTTER CLEANING and Roof Debris Removal. Call Matt at 540-845-6355 for a free estimate, minimum charge $50.

GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

GUTTER SERVICES - Call The Brothers that just do Gutters for all of your gutter service needs; including guards, new installation, cleaning and repairs. Free Estimates. 484-8244044. We are in the neighborhood!

HANDYMAN - CALL George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783

HANDYMAN PLUS - LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 25 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, Call Ken 540-498-6542.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Local and Reasonable Prices! 35+ years. Skilled and Experienced. Everything on your “To-Do-List.” Call Raymond at 540-604-1343.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783.

HOME REPAIRS - Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

JUNK REMOVAL - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783.

JUNK REMOVAL, Clusterducksjunkremoval.com, we are quick, reliable, affordable, and we always show up! Licensed and Insured. Call 571-409-0211.

LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, Installation, Maintenance. Professional Tree Removal. Excavationsbasements, 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 Zello, 540-406-3589.

LEAF REMOVAL, French Drain, Culvert Pipe, Wood Fence, Landscaping, Storm Damage Tree Service, Overgrowth Cutback/ Bush Hogging, Gravel Installation, Power Washing, Junk Removal. Call/Text: 540-850-8060. Trinity Home Improvements, LLC. www. trinityhomeimprovementsva.com/.

MEDICAL AIDE Caregiver. Homeward Bound Care, LLC. Nursing Aide/Certified/Insured. Assisted living in your home. Short or long term care, day or night. Can manage all the patients needs. LOW resident. Excellent References. Diane Clauson: 540-388-2930.

MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999.

NON-MEDICAL, SENIOR In Home Care. Home Comfort Solution’s LLC. Licensed and insured. 12 plus year’s experience. References upon request. Yonna Philipp Administrator 540-717-8245 .

NOTARY LOW- Mobile Local Services- Saturdays and evenings upon request. Beth 540-226-2402.

PAINTING INTERIOR / Exterior. Call/Text: 540-850-8060. Trinity Home Improvements, LLC. www. trinityhomeimprovementsva.com/.

PAINTING INTERIOR/Exterior - Call George’s Home Improvements 540-406-7783.

PAINTING, CARPENTRY, Powerwashing. Call Ken, 540-4986542.

PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

PET-SITTING / DOG Walking. Lisa Ward of “Ward of the Dogs” specializes in Lake of the Woods dogs. Your house or mine. To discuss your pet-sitting needs, call 520-612-5190.

PLUMBER (ASAP Electrical and Plumbing Services) with over 35 years experience. Call, text, or email Larry for all of your plumbing needs. No job too small. Veteran/ LOW resident. 540-226-5570. ASAPLarry@aol.com

PLUMBING ISSUES - Call George’s Home Improvements 540406-7783.

REPAIRS & NEW ROOFS. Cheaper, Sooner, Better. Any small issues-- before they cause extensive damage. Skylights, Seamless Gutters. 540-656-6005 or lakescapes.llc@gmail.com

ROOFING and REPAIRS - See our first classified ad. Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

ROOFING REPLACEMENT and Repairs, Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047 or Barbara at 240271-3737.

SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLP - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540-287-7143, David Wilkinson; 540-907-5800, Billy Jack. snapperjackyardcare@gmail.com Fully insured and Free estimates. Veterans 10% off.

SNOW REMOVAL - Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128.

STAINLESS STEEL Wire Railings, New. 540-845-1047.

TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

TREE SERVICE - Professional Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128.

WATER / SEWER LINE replacement and repair. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW.

WATER LINE Replacement, Ask Zello, 540-406-3589.

WINDOW & DOOR Repairs and Replacement. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW.

WINDOW & DOOR Replacements by Bob Yak & Sons, 540-898-7773.

CAREGIVER: SEEKING

experienced, reliable, Caregiver to provide Home Health Care for 90-year-old female who resides with family in LOW. Interested applicants are to contact daughter, AL at 571409-2810 or email alw511010@ gmail.com summarizing qualifications. Current references and a successful background check are requirements for this position.

MOST WANTED - Small private owned physical therapy outpatient clinics are looking for a full or part time licensed physical therapist or licensed physical therapist assistant to work in our Unionville or Washington, VA offices. Good benefits and flexible schedule. One-on-one patient care / 45 min slots. Send resume to billing@ mountainsidept.com. $500.00 reward for information leading to a successful hire.

GOLF – Golf Professional Part-Time. Ensure guest satisfaction, provide golf instruction, implement and coordinate golf events, tournaments, outings, leagues, junior/youth golf camps, teaching clinics and other golf programs designed to improve services to enhance competitive positioning in the marketplace. Requirements include a PGA Level A1 certification or higher. Hours are flexible and compensation is negotiable. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are required along with social media proficiency. This position will require working evening and weekend hours.

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES: Erosion & Sediment Control Inspector, Full-Time hourly position to provide inspections and enforcement for land disturbing activities. Requirements include: (1) Able to obtain DCR E&S Inspector Certification (2) Minimum 1 year experience in constructions & storm water management, (3) Some college with degree preferred in environmental science or related field; (4) Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (5) Knowledge of GIS programs preferred

MAINTENANCE: Roads Full-Time hourly position. Operate vehicles and equipment as required to maintain and repair streets, patch holes, install/ maintain street signs, cut brush and seasonably remove snow and ice. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., use a variety of hand tools, chain saws and vehicles. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions in loud noise level and exposed to fumes, hot liquids, and materials. HS diploma required with one year related experience.

Grounds Full-Time Hourly Positions. Assist in performing general landscaping maintenance tasks for routine and special events. Must have experience in operation of basic grounds care equipment. Positions requires heavy lifting and working in all weather conditions.

CLUBHOUSE. Part-Time positions. Servers. Excellent customer service skills, enthusiasm, and energy. Work schedule: 4 to 10 PM, Wed. through Sun. along with some holidays. Must be 18 and older. Some restaurant experience preferred.

1994 HONDA DEL SOL with DOHC VTEC engine (160 hp), red with black interior, 250K miles, $6,000 OBO. Serious inquiries respond to Craig.seymour77@ yahoo.com

FIREWOOD - PROFESSIONAL Tree Surgeon, 540-729-3128.

KEEP YOUR Mind active this winter! Try building some LEGO sets. I am selling my collection. Call me, Erwin, at 540-412-2702.

SEWING MACHINE- Singer 160. 540-412-6007 $100.

FAREWAYS CAFE- Part-Time positions:

• Servers. Must be 18 years or older and able to work flexible hours including weekends. Some restaurant experience preferred.

• Line Cooks. Accurately and efficiently prepare hot food products. One year experience is preferred, ability to work flexible hours and a team spirit.

• Busser to remove soiled dishes from dining room to kitchen, sanitize tables, set tables and assist servers when needed.

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.