Lake Currents May 22, 2020

The Official Newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Vol. 18, No. 2

540.972.2237

LOWA.org

Honoring those who gave all. Wishing everyone a peaceful and enjoyable Memorial Day!

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First Place: Mark Tarallo

President's Letter 2 Agenda 2, 5 General Manager's Column 3 Association News 2-7 Board Minutes 3 Calendar 7, 10 Viewpoints 12 Orange County 13 Classifieds 14-15

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Meet Your Member Services Team by Charlie Maneval, Director of Finance

Today we spotlight Jennifer Ciskanik from our Member Services Team. Jennifer has lived in LOW for over 15 years, joining the community in 2005. While not a formal member of any committees or activities, she truly appreciates the amount of effort and hard work so many members put in to help make LOW a great place to live Jennifer worked as a paralegal for many years for multiple law firms and got her realestate license before deciding to become a fulltime homemaker. She began working in Member Services on a part-time basis about a year and a half ago. Currently she supports the Member Services Team one to two days a week and has become a solid member of the team. She really enjoys working Jennifer Ciskanik in Member Services and helping members with everything they need to enjoy our community to the fullest. Her advice to members: when contacting Member Services in person, on the phone or by email, have your member number available (Section/Lot#). This can easily be found on your member ID card. Having this information readily available will get you answers to your question(s) that much more quickly. She also notes that if you have never lived in a homeowners’ association community before, you may be somewhat put off by all the rules and regulations. After getting the routine down and asking questions, you will eventually gain an appreciation for them and understand their importance in successfully providing you with the community’s amenities and services. As a reminder, Member Services representatives are available from 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, and from 9 AM to 1 PM, Saturdays. The Member Services phone number is 540-972-2237.

Second Place: Tom Lillie

Saturday, May 23 LOWA Offices Closed Monday, May 25 Memorial Day LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed Monday, June 1 Boat Decal Enforcement Begins for boats at docks, marinas, racks and dry sail lot

May 22, 2020

Third Place: Harper Robinson

Wednesday, June 3 LOWA Special Meeting of the Membership Observe via Zoom 6 PM, Community Center

TEKControl (Visitor Management) LOWA.ORG/TEKCONTROL

Wednesday, June 10 LOWA Regular Board Meeting 2 PM, Community Center via Zoom

Vote in the ECC Referendum www.LOWA.org/ECCReferendum support@vote-now.com https://vtnw.com/go/LOWAResend/

LOWA Website Links

LOWA Coronavirus Prevention Info www.LOWA.org/CoronavirusPrevention

Association News

President’s Message by Clifton D. Wilks

On occasion, the subject of fences within Lake of the Woods comes up, with Members who either support or oppose the restrictions on them. The following are excerpts from the Restrictive Covenants, the entire body of which are located on the LOWA website, under the Administration heading and Governing Documents subheading. 5. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL COMMITTEE (in part) A. All plans and specifications for any structure or improvement whatsoever to be erected on or moved upon or to any lot, and the proposed location thereof on any lot or lots, the construction material, the roofs and exterior color schemes, any later changes or additions after initial approval thereof and any remodeling, reconstruction, alterations or additions thereto on any lot shall be subject to and shall require the approval in writing before any such work is commenced of the Environmental Control Committee (herein called “Committee”), as the same is from time to time composed.

Lake Currents May 22, 2020

E. The Committee shall have the right to disapprove any plans, specifications or details submitted to it in the event the same are not in accordance with all of the provisions of these Restrictions; if the design or color scheme of the proposed building or other structure is not in harmony with the general surroundings of such lot or with the adjacent buildings or structures; if the plans and specifications are incomplete; or in the event the Committee deems the plans, specifications or details, or any part thereof to be contrary to the interests, welfare or rights of all or any part of the real property subject hereto, or the owners thereof. The decisions of the Committee with respect to plans, specifications, or details thereof shall be final. (Referendum Aug 1996) 6. SIZE AND PLACEMENT OF RESIDENCES AND STRUCTURES D. In order to preserve the natural quality and aesthetic appearance of the existing geographic areas within the Subdivision, all property lines shall be kept free and open to one another and no fences shall be permitted on any lot or lot lines except where, in the opinion of the Committee, a fence or other enclosure, as a structure or aesthetic feature of a design concept, will contribute to and be in keeping with the character of the area. (Bold emphasis added) Fences are permitted when approved by the Environmental Control Committee, pursuant to the above language. There are some fences not associated with pools within Lake of the Woods, but my limited observation is that they are mainly consistent with the historical significance of the area (wooden fences, split rail fences). The Association has a hierarchy of documents by which it governs. At the top of the hierarchy is the Restrictive Covenants. These covenants can only be changed by vote of the Membership by and through a referendum. To pass a referendum, 50% plus one vote of the Membership is required, which amounts to 2,130 votes in favor of the proposal. The process for Members to call a Special Meeting to hold a referendum is contained in the Bylaws, Article IV, Section 2. It requires a petition containing 800 signatures, one per lot. The petition must (1) specify the purpose(s) for which the meeting is being held; and (2) be delivered to the Secretary. No business other than that stated in the petition shall be transacted at such Special Meeting. A Special Meeting shall also be called to close referendum voting on amendments of the Articles of Incorporation and Declarations. Currently, any decision by the ECC is final. However, one part of the current ongoing referendum, if passed, would offer an opportunity to appeal a denial by the Committee under certain circumstances. While our ECC works to find solutions with Members, the opportunity for an appeal is one worthy of a “yes” vote.

Board of Directors, LOWA, Inc.

Send email to the Board at: Board@LOWA.org President: Cliff Wilks Vice Pres.: Jennifer Zukowski Treasurer: Walt Diercks Secretary: Pete Brown Directors: Heidi Brown Carl Clawson Benita Forrest

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General Manager: Phillip Rodenberg (prodenberg@LOWA.org) Assistant General Manager: Chester Guzek (cguzek@LOWA.org) Director of Facilities: Jessie Graves (jgraves@LOWA.org) Director of Finance: Charlie Maneval (cmaneval@LOWA.org)

Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.

Agenda (Tentative) Special Meeting of the Membership June 3, 2020 6 PM, Community Center Members May Also Observe the Meeting on the Zoom Conferencing Platform The Special Meeting of the Membership of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. will convene at 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at the Community Center, 110 Sweetbriar Park Road, Lake of the Woods, for the purpose of voting on each of the two separate and independent proposed Amendments to the Declarations of Restrictions which would (1) amend Section 5, subsections B, D and E and Section 6, subsection C of the Declarations to clarify ECC quorum and establish an Environmental Control Committee (ECC) appeal to the Board of Directors, and (2) amend Section 12 of the Declarations to add a new subsection H to establish Board authority to assess charges for violations of the Restrictive Covenants (Declarations), Rules and Regulations. 6:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. SECRETARY ESTABLISHES A QUORUM OF THE MEMBERSHIP 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. PRESIDENT’S REMARKS 6. COMMENTS FROM MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE 7. PRESIDENT CALLS FOR MOTION TO RECESS AND CONTINUE THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERSHIP OR ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF VOTING FOR THE 2019 DECLARATIONS OF RESTRICTIONS REFERENDUM ON (1) ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL COMMITTEE APPEAL AND (2) LOWA VIOLATIONS CHARGES ** 8. PRESIDENT ANNOUNCES SCHEDULED MEETINGS 9. ADJOURNMENT ** Meeting may be recessed and continued to address this item at a future date.

Join Zoom Meeting Login and visit www.LOWA.org/Agendas for the zoom information

The Governor’s Stay At Home Order precludes Members from physically attending BOD and Special Meetings. Instead, Members may either send comments ahead of time to Board@ LOWA.Org, or attend the virtual meeting via Zoom. Members of record may record any portion of this meeting so long as (1) you first notify the President for an announcement before you begin and (2) you do not interfere with other members or the official recording. (See Administrative Regulation 2016-4.) The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items as necessary.

Editorial Staff President of the Board General Manager Communications Manager: Carolyn Brodeur (cbrodeur@LOWA.org) Communications Assistant: Lisa Naghshineh (lakecurrents@LOWA.org) Copy Editor Dan McFarland (dmcfarland@LOWA.org) Graphics/Layout: Chris Porter (cporter@LOWA.org) LOWA Communications Department: 540-972-2278

Lake Currents The official newsletter of the Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. (USPS 872-400) is published bi-weekly for its membership. Nonmembers $20 per year (25 issues). Periodical postage rate paid at Spotsylvania, VA 22553. Visit our web site at: LOWA.org. ITEMS FOR PUBLICATION in the newsletter must be received in the Association office by noon on the Monday after publication for the next publication or by the preceding Friday if Monday is a holiday. All advertising and articles need to be submitted via email to lakecurrents@LOWA.org. The views expressed in guest articles and paid advertisements represent the opinions of authors and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc. Call the communications office at 540-9722278 for details about classified and display advertisements which must be prepaid (unless other arrangements are made). POSTMASTER: Send address changes to LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508

Around the Lake: Ten Things to Know Before the Memorial Day Holiday

Special Board of Directors Meeting May 14, 2020, Unapproved Minutes 1:15 p.m., Community Center

by Phil Rodenberg, General Manager, CMCA ®, AMS ®, PCAM ®

Note: These minutes are provided to members for review

Present Clifton Wilks, President Jennifer Zukowski, Vice President Walter Diercks, Treasurer Phillip Brown, Secretary Carl Clawson Heidi Brown Benita Forrest

Others Phil Rodenberg, General Manager Linda Brooks, Recorder (from 2:00 p.m.)

Call to Order 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 1:16 p.m. for the purpose of discussing and considering contracts; and to consult with legal counsel. Motion by H. Brown, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 1:40 p.m.

3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON BUSINESS AGENDA AND GENERAL MEMBER COMMENTS: None. 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 Consideration of Authorizing the Acceptance of a Loan from the US Small Business Administration through Village Bank from the Paycheck Protection Program. (D-20-49) Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board authorize the acceptance of a loan from the US Small Business Administration through Village Bank of Midlothian, Virginia from the Paycheck Protection Program, and authorize the President, Treasurer and Secretary to execute the loan documents from the bank. Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board approve a banking relationship with Village Bank of Midlothian, Virginia. Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt resolutions in the form set out in the Village Bank Corporate Resolution

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2. OPEN SESSION 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance Motion by Clawson that the Board enter into Open Session at 2:00 p.m., and to affirm that the Board met earlier today in Executive Session for the purpose discussing and considering contracts; and to consult with legal counsel. President Wilks explained the guidelines for the meeting using Zoom teleconferencing platform capabilities and how Board and member participation is being accommodated. Roll Call: Present in person: President Wilks and GM Phil Rodenberg. Present via teleconference: Vice President Zukowski, Treasurer Diercks, Secretary P. Brown, and Directors Clawson, H. Brown and Forrest. 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation Secretary P. Brown confirmed that a quorum is present and proper notice posted on the LOWA.org website, TV Channel 18 and the Holcomb Building. 2.3 Approval of Agenda Motion by Diercks, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda.

Happy Memorial Day, LOW! This weekend kicks off summer activities and the Maintenance Department and Amenities Staff have been preparing for this time. Here is a quick around the Lake report of 10 Things to Know for the holiday: 1. Clubhouse and Sweetbriar Pools will open Thursday, June 11, assuming Virginia is in Phase 2 of reopening. This will give the pool staff two weekdays to get used to the new protocols before the Saturday crush. We are still waiting to hear from the Governor what capacity restrictions, if any, there will be. If the restriction is 50 percent, we will be able to host approximately 125 pool patrons at each pool using the new physical spacing and cleaning protocols. We will ask members and their guests to limit pool time to two hours, especially if capacity restrictions are tight or if high attendance creates lines. 2. Beach sand restrictions are raised to no more than 50 people with social distancing between people not in the same household, starting Friday, May 22. 3. Elvis has entered the barn! The Equestrian Center welcomes our newest horse, Elvis. He is a 19-year-old Quarter Horse/Welsh cross. Elvis loves kids and will be ready for lessons and camps. The Equestrian Center is offering private lessons by appointment during the Virginia Phase 1. Come see if Elvis sports Blue Suede (Horse) Shoes! (See Elvis on page 7.) 4. Main Marina Gas Dock is open for business. Members can purchase boat decals for kayaks and canoes for $20. Staff replaced all vertical piling bumpers on the gas dock to improve the look and utility of the dock. 5. Lake Patrol is enforcing boat decals for boats underway on the Main Lake as of May 16. Lake Patrol will be reminding boaters to have the right U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets. Member Services at Holcomb Building is assisting boat owners with decal requests. 6. New carpet. We took advantage of the Woods Center closure to replace carpet and freshen up the paint in Fareways and Pro Shop. Someday soon we hope to be back open so you can enjoy the new look. The Community Center will get its carpet replaced in early June. 7. Fareways hours will be extended to 6 PM starting Friday, May 22, so that the café closes at 6 PM Wednesday through Sunday. Fareways is already open until 9 PM Monday and Tuesday. The patio is open for 50 percent capacity seating. 8. The Clubhouse deck opened last Friday to 50 percent capacity. It was nice seeing members enjoying the outdoors with spacing between tables. 9. Sand bunkers. The long-anticipated Billy Bunker Project to replace sand bunkers on the golf course is underway as of May 19. The contractor will be here for four to five weeks replacing bunkers, working around the course from the 1st to the 18th Fairway. 10. Memorial Day is a federal Holiday for honoring and mourning the military personnel who died while serving the United States Armed Forces. God bless our veterans who unselfishly gave their lives for our country and God bless the USA!

Association News

Lake of the Woods Association, Inc.

See May 14 Board Minutes on p. 4 Member Services/ Holcomb Building: 540-9722237. Email: Frontdesk@LOWA.org M-F; 8:30 AM-5 PM; Sat. 9 AM-1 PM Walk-in service is not available. All business must be done by mail-in, phone-in, or drop off. LOWA, Inc., 102 Lakeview Pkwy., Locust Grove, VA 22508 Clubhouse: 540-972-2221 Office Hours: W-F, 9 AM-5 PM Takeout/Delivery Service: Wed-Sun 4-9 PM (last order in by 8:30 PM) Deck Open with Restrictions Wed-Sun, 4-9 PM (last call 8:30 PM) Sat-Sun Lunch, 11 AM-4 PM Menus: www.LOWA.org/Clubhouse Community Center: 540-972-9680

Amenities Golf Pro Shop (Woods Center):

ECC Office: 540-972-2211 M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM

Equestrian Center: 540-972-2238 M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM (Appt. required) Sat/Sun 9 AM-5 PM: Walk-in times for Lessons/Pony Rides-10 AM, 11 AM Trail Rides, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM Fareways Café: 540-972-2216 Takeout Service via Window Service Mon-Tu: 8 AM-9 PM Wed-Sun: 8 AM-6 PM Menu: www.LOWA.org/Fareways Delivery Available! Fitness Center: 540-412-6016 Closed until further notice

Daily 7 AM Reserve a tee time 540-972-2230 Golf Course: 7:30 AM-8 PM daily When the golf course is closed for play, members may use the cart path portion of the golf course for walking/jogging.

Pickleball: Closed until further notice 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

Maintenance Office: 540-972-2223; M-F, 7 AM-3:30 PM

Tennis: Closed until further notice Alice Mote 540-424-8004 Courts available 7 AM-11 PM

Marina – Gas Dock Sat/Sun: 9:30 AM-5:30 PM Memorial Day: 11:30 AM-6:30 PM Tues-Fri: 12-7 PM Closed Mondays

Trash: LOW Compactor Site 540-672-9600 M, TU, TH, F, 7:30 AM-7 PM Sat 8 AM-5 PM; Sun 9 AM-5 PM Closed Wednesdays and holidays

9.9 Leaf/Brush Area: Daily: 7 AM-7 PM Closed Wednesdays

County Waste: 540-727-0887 Curbside trash recycling/collection: Wednesdays

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May 14 Board minutes from p. 3 to Borrow/Grant Collateral, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part of this Resolution which authorizes, empowers and directs the Treasurer of Lake of the Woods Association, Inc., Walter E. Diercks, to do the following for and on behalf of the Corporation with Village Bank: Borrow money, execute notes, grant security, execute security documents and negotiate items; and to perform any further acts and things, to pay any and all fees and costs, and to execute and deliver such other documents and agreements as he may in his or her discretion deem reasonably necessary or proper in order to carry into effect the provisions of the Small Business Administration loan through Village Bank. 4.2 Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Delegating to the General Manager Authority to Open the Lake of the Woods Fitness Center. (Resolution 2020-13) (D-20-50) Motion by Zukowski, passed unanimously, that the Board adopt Resolution 2020-13, an Administrative Resolution, delegating to the General Manager authority to open the Lake of the Woods Fitness Center. 5. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Forrest, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 2:25 p. m.

The following is a correction to the proposed amendment pertaining to Bylaws Article X.8.e, Virtual Meetings, that was published in the May 8 issue of Lake Currents. The correct language (below) was also included in May 8 issue as part of the draft minutes from the May 2nd meeting (see page 15). The Board of Directors is seeking member comment regarding proposed amendments to Bylaws Article X, Committees, Virtual Meetings. Members who wish to provide comment or feedback should email the Board at Board@LOWA.org by the extended deadline of 5 PM, Friday, May 29. What is proposed? Why? The amendment to Subsection 8.e, is proposed in response to new practices that have been put into place due to the COVID-19 pandemic; there is also a need for the Bylaws to better define the requirements for committees to hold a virtual meeting.

LOWA Obtains “FORGIVABLE” SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan

Who proposed it? The LOWA President proposed the additional language for the Virtual Meetings.

by Walt Diercks, LOWA Treasurer

What is the effect? Committees will be permitted to host meetings via an entirely virtual platform, if there are extenuating impractical, or unsafe circumstances, and that the committees obtain authorization from the General Manager, who will coordinate committee support.

At a special meeting on Thursday, May 14, the LOWA Board approved LOWA accepting a loan through the Paycheck Protection Program. LOWA received the loan the next day from the Small Business Administration through a participating lender, Village Bank. LOWA’s financial audit firm and law firm reviewed the loan before the Board voted to approve it. The PPP is intended to provide funds for small businesses and other organizations to help them continue to retain and pay their employees during a time where these organizations, including LOWA, have had their operations disrupted by government-required restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. At the time the loan was established, the unfavorable budget impact to LOWA directly related to these restrictions was estimated to be between $15,000 and $20,000 per week. It is uncertain when the negative economic impact of COVID-19 will lessen. If it weren’t for the PPP loan, LOWA would have been forced to dramatically cut staffing and operations to conserve cash to prevent a potential shortfall in the current fiscal year, which began May 1. Even with such cuts, there would have remained a risk of a shortfall, which might require deferring maintenance, or potentially require an additional assessment amount to cover any shortfall and maintenance deferrals. The amount of the PPP loan is $782,100 and carries an interest rate of 1%. It is an unsecured loan. The principal amount was determined by a specific formula set by the SBA at the time LOWA applied for the PPP loan in April, and roughly approximates 10 weeks of payroll and related expenses. To be “forgivable,” loan proceeds must be used primarily to maintain employee staffing levels. The proceeds can also be used to cover utility bills and mortgage interest payments to some degree. While the SBA has not finalized the calculation formula to be used to determine how much of LOWA’s PPP loan will be forgivable, it is currently estimated that approximately $500,000 of the loan would be forgivable. Before adjusting for the forgiveness of most of the PPP loan, the loan terms would require LOWA to begin making payments in December 2020 of approximately $44,000 per month until the loan would be paid off in May 2022. The actual repayments will depend on the exact amount forgiven, as well as the Board’s later decision on whether some or all the unforgiven portion of the loan should be repaid early.

Lake Currents May 22, 2020

The proposed amended section reads as follows: 8.e. Electronic Participation. In the event it is impractical or unsafe to assemble in a single location, as determined by the General Manager, Committee and subcommittee members may, if authorized by the General Manager, meet in an entirely virtual platform via telephonic, video conference, or other electronic means, including entirely virtual meetings, subject to the availability of conferencing equipment or software by LOWA. If the meeting will be entirely virtual, in such circumstances the Committee or subcommittee must give notice of the entirely virtual meeting to LOWA members contemporaneously with notice provided to the Committee or subcommittee members, using the best available method given the nature of the impractical or unsafe circumstances, and the Committee or subcommittee must make arrangement for LOWA members to have access to the meeting through telephonic, video conference or other electronic means. All virtual meetings must be coordinated through the General Manager for time, date, and Committee or subcommittee support. LOWA is not responsible for providing equipment to individual Committee members, subcommittee members, or LOWA members to facilitate their participation. Otherwise, when there are no such impractical or unsafe circumstances, meetings of Committees or subcommittees shall be held at a physical location, in which case Committee or subcommittee members may participate via telephone, video conference or other electronic means, subject to the availability of conferencing equipment or software by LOWA, provided however that at least two (2) Committee or subcommittee (for subcommittee meetings) members must be physically present at the meeting place included in the notice.

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Board Seeks Member Input on Amending Bylaws Article X, Committees, Regarding Virtual Meetings

Agenda (Tentative) Regular Board of Directors Meeting June 10, 2020 2 PM, Community Center

by Nick Blankenship, Stormwater Inspector

12:45 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION 2 PM 2. OPEN SESSION 2.1 Pledge of Allegiance 2.2 Meeting Notice and Quorum Confirmation 2.3 Approval of Agenda 2.4 Approval of Minutes: May 14, 2020, May 20, 2020, June 3, 2020 3. MEMBER COMMENTS ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEMS AND MEMBER GENERAL COMMENTS 4. REPORTS 4.1 Reports of President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary A. Executive Session Actions B. Committee Liaison Reports C. Committee Changes D. Referendum Update 4.2 Report of General Manager A. LOWA Amenities, Events, Meetings and Offices Coronavirus Status B. April Financials C. Lakes Management Report 4.3 Committee Reports A. Lakes Committee – John Bell, Committee Chair B. Honor Awards Committee – Claudia Low, Committee Chair 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5.1 Consideration of Adopting Proposed Amendments to Regulation III, Registered Tenants, Regarding Tenant Check Out Form and Tenant Fee Refund (Resolution 2020-14) 5.2 Consideration of Adopting Proposed Amendments to Bylaws Article X, Committees, Regarding Formation and Responsibilities of Subcommittees and Virtual Meetings (Resolution 2020-15) 6. NEW BUSINESS 6.1 Consideration of LOWA Amenities, Events, Meetings and Offices Coronavirus Status 6.2 Consideration of Accepting the Slate of Candidates for the 2020 Board of Directors Election 6.3 Discussion of Scope of Work for Capital Projects 6.4 Consideration of Lots for Maintenance 7. DIRECTOR COMMENTS 8. SCHEDULED MEETINGS • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Wednesday, June 24, 2020, Community Center, 1:15 PM Executive Session, 2 PM Open Session • Regular Board of Directors Meeting, Tuesday, July 14, 2020, Community Center, 1:15 PM Executive Session, 2 PM Open Session 9. ADJOURNMENT The Governor’s Stay At Home Order precludes Members from physically attending BOD Meetings. Instead, Members may either send comments ahead of time to Board@LOWA. Org, or attend the virtual meeting via Zoom. Members of record may record any portion of this meeting so long as (1) you first notify the President for an announcement before you begin and (2) you do not interfere with other members or the official recording. (See Administrative Regulation 2016-4.) The Board reserves the right to remove, add and/or relocate agenda items as necessary.

Lake Currents May 22, 2020

The question has been brought up: Who owns and maintains the ditches in Lake of the Woods? First, let’s talk about ownership of platted drainage easements. LOWA Restrictive Covenants 10.D states: “On each lot, the rights-of-way and easement areas reserved by Declarant or dedicated to public utilities purposes shall be maintained continuously by the lot owner but no structures, plantings or other material shall be Example 1 Example 2 placed or permitted to remain or other activities undertaken which may damage or interfere with Ex. 1: Culvert is clear of debris and the installation or maintenance or utilities, which may change water can flow without resistance. the direction of flow of drainage This culvert is functional. channels in the easements, or Ex. 2: Half of culvert is full of debris. Flow of water is restricted. This culvert which damage or interfere with established slope ratios or create should be cleaned out or replaced. erosion or sliding problems.” Over time, debris collects in the channel of the easements and inhibits the flow of water, causing the water to find the path of least resistance, which may lead to flooding of surrounding areas. The question is how we can help alleviate or eliminate flooding from our easements during heavy rainstorms. The first step would be with basic routine maintenance. On a regular basis, especially during the rainy season, the channel should be cleared of debris, i.e. leaf build-up, sticks, logs, and trash. Also, if the property owner’s easement happens to be a creek, the owner should inspect the banks of the channel and determine if there are any small saplings that are creating blockages and trim only those. By over trimming or removing the saplings you could cause the banks to collapse. Inspect the channel, looking for any eroded areas Example 3 Example 4 that can be repaired with riprap. If your drainage easement has a culvert Ex. 3: Culvert has very little pipe, inspect the pipe for functionality debris and water can flow without and any obstructions. If the platted resistance. This culvert is showing drainage easement requires signs of rust, but bottom is still more than routine maintenance, contact the Stormwater Inspector solid. This culvert is functional for a permit and to discuss plans. Ex. 4: Culvert is clear of debris, Prior to any work, aside from routine but the bottom is rusted out. The maintenance, property owners must culvert’s pipe circumference is have an approved plan and permit important to carry proper volume. from the Environmental Control Committee. Crushed or bent pipes reduce The drainage easements volume capacities. This culvert is (ditches) along the roadside are impaired and needs to be replaced. the responsibility of the LOWA Maintenance Department, to the point of the homeowner’s driveway culvert. All driveway culverts must be maintained in accordance with LOWA Regulation XVI.G.1.g., which states: “The owner must repair or replace any existing culvert that is disturbed by construction, fair wear and tear or other activity for which the owner is responsible, to ensure proper drainage throughout the entire ditch-line.” By keeping your culverts free of sediment and debris, proper drainage will be maintained. If you believe your ditch is overly filled with sediment, contact LOWA Stormwater Inspector at 540-972-2220 to come inspect your ditch. Remember, prior to paving or replacing your driveway culverts, you are required to get a permit and approval. Remember that keeping the channels clean and culvert pipes open for proper drainage can help alleviate the flooding during heavy rainfalls.

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LOWA Ditches: Who Owns What?

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Have the Right Life Jacket? Right Style

Be sure it’s U.S. Coast Guard-approved and appropriate for the activity. (Check the label printed on the inside of the life jacket).

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Farm Team has been postponed until June 10 The Farm team will meet on June 10th, and then on June 17th to be back on track for the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month through September 16. We will follow all social distancing protocols at the golf course. YOU get informal lessons and mentoring on the golf course. Cost is LGA or MGA dues for the season and 9-hole greens fees and no charge until we go out on the course. Please contact Nancy King at nanjking@aol.com or 540-972-0984

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Refer to OWNER’S MANUAL and LABEL for specific maintenance requirements.

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Expect Gate Delays Starting June 4 by Charlie Maneval, Director of Finance

Now that we have begun our new fiscal year, I want to thank all Members who have made their annual assessment payments and updated their registrations and member information. If you have not taken steps to make, or begin making, your assessment payments and update your information, we need you to get in touch with us today to avoid issues with amenity access, including barcode access to the front and back gates. Realizing we do not live in a perfect world, I am taking this opportunity to advise all Members of possible delays starting Thursday, June 4, when entering the Lake through either the front or back gate barcode entry points, as those barcodes relating to family guests, blood relatives and cohabits that Members have not renewed for the 2020-2021 year will be automatically deactivated. As a reminder, barcodes for these individuals need to be renewed every year with Member Services by completing and submitting the proper forms by May 1 as part of the annual assessment process. If you have completed and submitted all the necessary renewal forms during the assessment period, you have nothing further to do and are ready for the 2020-2021 year. If you have not, then please contact Member Services today at 540-972-2237.

Wednesday, June 10 2 PM, LOWA Regular Board Meeting, CC, via Zoom

May 22 - 28 8 AM 11 AM 12:30 PM 1 PM 5 PM

Committee Meetings: Meetings are subject to change; contact the Committee Chair for current information. Visit www.LOWA.org/ Committees.

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Investment: 5/26, 1 PM, via Zoom Treasurer’s Mtg to follow ECC: 5/28, 8:30 AM, via Zoom Fitness: 6/2, 3 PM, CC via Zoom M&E: 6/3, 3 PM, via Zoom ECC: 6/11, 8:30 AM, via Zoom

May 29 – June 4 8 AM 11 AM 12:30 PM 1 PM 5 PM

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CANCELLATION NOTICE: Governor Northam has issued a stay at home order effective through June 10. All committee meetings are therefore canceled except for the Environmental Control (ECC), Legal & Compliance (LCC) and the Rules Committees until after June 10. We will be in touch should the stay at home order be lifted prior to June 10 or extended beyond June 10. Please contact me at 540-395-4816 if you have any concerns. ~Jennifer Zukowski, LOWA Board Vice President

Have a show idea? TV18 is accepting new shows from members and local organizations to air on Channel 18 on LOWA.org. For more information, view our community programming guidelines on www.LOWA.org/tv18 or contact the communications department. To view board meetings online log-in to LOWA.org and visit www.LOWA.org/Videos

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 Locust Grove Elementary LGES School (Rt. 20) LLCH Lower Level Clubhouse LOWC LOW Church MCR Maintenance Conference Room RR Holcomb Building Reading Room SB Sweetbriar Park ULH Upper Level Holcomb WC Woods Center

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Then Boise informed the Association that they would transfer the properties to them, whether they agreed or not. Several of the Association members went, as private citizens, to the Court in Orange to stop such a transfer. Another road block! As the parties waited for a court hearing, Ernie Holcomb drew up a counterproposal requiring items to be brought up to standard, which Boise-Cascade finally accepted. Engineering experts were found to check the condition of the dam, roads, lakes, etc.; and 97 percent of the members voted to proceed. In the end, the recreational properties were transferred under Deed of Gift, and $212,000 went to Boise-Cascade to purchase several lots they had taken in foreclosure proceedings, two service buildings, golf course machinery, and Clubhouse and Pro Shop furnishings. The final result was not exactly the solution the Board members desired, but they felt that it was the best that could be accomplished to bring “as much as possible under one entity.” In a talk given to the LOW Lioness Club in September of 1990, long-time resident Jack Eckels stated, “In looking back over the years, we all owe a deep debt of gratitude to Ernie Holcomb, who in those formulative years, stood for not only what was right, but had the patience and fortitude to follow through.” With members like Ernie Holcomb, the first in a long line of volunteers working for the good of our community, residents should be thankful for the results, which allow all of us to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle we have in Lake of the Woods. Today the Holcomb Building still houses the LOWA administrative staff and the offices of Lake Currents and Channel 18. It is the main information hub for information about living at LOW. The staff handles assessment questions, application forms for amenities, paperwork for new home owners, flyers about groups and events in LOW, and just about any question you need answered. If the administration staff cannot answer your questions, they will try to direct you to someone who can. Think of our champion, Ernie, the next time you come to do business at the Holcomb Building. The majority of the information for this article was taken from a narrative written for the Association by Ernie Holcomb in 1977.

by Ruth Hood, Past Editor, Lake Currents

Reprinted from May 8, 2009 Lake Currents Newsletter Many venues at LOW have been named for people who made important contributions to our community—many of whom are no longer remembered by those currently living here. Shoosmith was the name of the builder who won the contract for digging the main lake, the dam and spillway, and the roads; Walt Velona and George Lewis were dedicated members of the LOW Lions; the Woods Center was named to honor Barbara Wood, a LOWA secretary who worked her way up to general manager during the 1980s-1990s. The Holcomb Building was the first in this tradition, named for Ernest Holcomb, the first Lake of the Woods lot owner at to be a member of the Board, in April 1969. The developers had been in complete control since 1965. The transition from total control by the developer, Boise-Cascade, to LOWA as an independent home owners’ association in January of 1973 was a difficult and rocky process. Ernest Holcomb was the person who represented the property owners in the negotiations. Ernie graduated from Texas A & M with two degrees in Economics. He served as a Naval officer in World War II, after which he was employed by the Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. It took all this experience to tackle the problems facing the Association. Forcing Boise-Cascade to move with dispatch to complete the “comparatively novel” vacuum Ernest J. Holcomb pump sewage system by appealing to the Health Department and the State Corporation Commission, and dealing with the chaos that developed from the fact that there were six groups with conflicting jurisdiction at the Lake were just opening skirmishes in the ongoing battle to wrest independence from Boise-Cascade. The biggest battles were over the method by which transfer of the roads, parks, and recreational facilities (which were in very poor condition and, in some cases, potentially over hazardous) to the Association. Boise’s first suggestion was that they would accept $2,500,000 to transfer properties. The Association members laughed and suggested that “$1 and other valuable considerations, meaning our good will” would be more appropriate since the homeowners were promised those facilities in all the advertising that had been circulated by Boise-Cascade. In late 1970, the offer was reduced to $1,500,000. In the winter of 1971-72, the offer was lowered to $900,000, then to $600,000. The Board members continuously refused because the assets to be transferred were still in poor condition. Boise-Cascade threatened to open amenity membership in the independently-owned golf club to the public; however, the Association controlled the Front Gate and the Security force and would not admit the public. A standoff!

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The current breakdown of membership in LOW Neighborhood Watch: Members 127 214 39 19 64 84 139 159 65 97 63 7 107 21 1 2 1243

Block Captains 3 15 1 1 2 1 5 4 4 5 2 6 1 50

Number of Lots 481 444 203 160 338 350 347 269 296 261 409 82 385 207 16 9 4257

The LOW Lions are pleased to announce this year’s high school and community college scholarship winners. Our Germanna Community College $1,000 scholarship winners are Camila Jorge and Jessica Gentry. Our high school $2,000 scholarship winners are Isaac Anderson, Joshua Lyon, Kamryn Davis, Makenna Ritenour, and Darian Lee. Our Selven Powell Memorial Golf Tournament funded a special Community Service $1,500 Scholarship for Hannah Howard, an OCHS student from Gordonsville, enrolled in the Blue Ridge Virtual Governor’s School. She plans to attend a four-year college, possibly Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in psychology with a concentration in mental health and substance abuse. Camila Jorge lives in Culpeper. A graduate of Eastern View High School, working as a licensed practical nurse at Dogwood Village in Orange, she is studying to become a registered nurse, and ultimately a nurse practitioner. Jessica Gentry is also studying to become a registered nurse. She lives in Orange, is a graduate of Orange County High School and works as a licensed practical nurse at an assisted living facility. Joshua Lyon of Locust Grove intends to study government and international politics at George Mason University. He served as a congressional intern for U.S. Senator Michael Enzi and a campaign intern for Virginia State Senator Bryce Reeves. The Orange County High School senior attends the Blue Ridge Virtual Governor’s School, is a member of the Naval Sea Cadet Corp, Junior ROTC, and the National Honor Society, and is a varsity swimmer and baseball player. Kamryn Davis lives in Lake of the Woods and plans to study musical theater at James Madison University. She is a senior at OCHS, a member of the choir, and studies voice to prepare for her future career in theater. Isaac Anderson is a junior ROTC cadet at OCHS and received the Silent Warrior Medal. He lives in Barboursville, manages the OCHS robotics team, and is a member of the National Honor Society and the debate team. He plans to study business administration at Piedmont Virginia Community College. Makenna Ritenour, from Orange, is a senior at OCHS and plans to study elementary education at Roanoke College. She is a member of Blue Ridge Virtual Governor’s School, interned with Orange County Social Services, played on the JV basketball team, and was manager of the JV girls soccer team. Darian Lee is senior class president at OCHS. He lives in Gordonsville and plans to study music industry at James Madison University. He is a bandleader, a member of the OCHS band and plays on the baseball team. For more information on how you can help with the Lions scholarship program, please contact Lion Joe Sauro at 540-972-1629 or joesauro40@yahoo.com.

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by Dick Gullickson, Member, LOW Lions

LOW Community

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Want Youâ&#x20AC;? is now the slogan for Neighborhood ood as Watch at Lake of the Woods. Just as the slogan was w used in WWII recruiting, we are using it to seek new members for Neighborhood Watch Our latest membership count is 1243 individuals. This makes us the largest Neighborhood e Watch in Virginia, but we seek to involve even more residents in the task of making LOW as safe as possible. This does not indicate that LOW is unsafe, e, only that with citizen involvement we can all participate pate in looking after LOW. The quarantine for the corona virus slowed down recruitment of new members by our Block Captains as they were unable to get out and meet people. Additionally, new member orientation meetings were suspended, slowing another aspect of recruitment. Email me at larrymorlan@comcast.net or call me at 309-824-2965 to sign on. You will be assigned to a Block Captain; we have 50 serving the sections. They will forward you all our notices and emails on issues of safety and security within the Lake. There are no dues or other requirements expected of you. Members do not walk patrols or anything like that. We only ask that members be alert to their surroundings and watch and report. I can fill you in more fully when you sign up. We will provide other information, including emergency numbers to notify, sample suspect and vehicle identification charts, and other safety checklists.

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Saturday, May 23 LOWA Offices Closed

Calendar of Events

Monday, May 25 Memorial Day LOWA Offices Closed LOW Trash Compactor Closed Tuesday, June 2 6:30 PM Wilderness Toastmasters, via Zoom. Info: wildernesstoastmasters@gmail. com.

Calendar

Wednesday, June 3 6 PM LOWA Special Meeting of the Membership (CC), observe via Zoom. Info: 540-972-2214. Notice to Advertisers: The Communications Department/ Lake Currents will be available M-F, from 8:30 AM-5 PM, by email or telephone only. The Holcomb Building will be closed to walk-in traffic. Email: LakeCurrents@ LOWA.org. Phone: 540-972-2278.

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Praise & Worship Dance

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Senior Softball

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Square Dancers Club

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Square DancersLords & Ladies

Ruth/Marty 540-412-2186 Joyce 540-972-1924

Stretch and Flex

Frances 540-972-5435

Volleyball Adult/coed

Michael 540-809-7406

Walkers & Joggers Club

Diane 540-388-2930

Water Fitness

Carol 540-972-6739

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ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, BRIDGE & FUN (subject to change) Event Contact AARP Meeting

Carolyn 540-972-3306

Catholic Bible Study Group

Karen 262-894-9618

Bridge, Sunday Duplicate

Joe 540-972-8052/Caroline 540-972-7688

Bridge, Monday Night

Joe/Suzie Takacs 540-972-8799

Bridge, Wednesday Ladies

Joan 540-972-7548

Bocce Club

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Book Club, LOW

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Chess Club

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Childhelp Auxiliary

Nancy 540-972-2599

Civic Club Meeting

Pat 540-735-7998

Civil War Study Group

Charles 540-972-2401

Closet Quilters

Maureen 540-972-7010

Coloring Book Club

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Craft Group

Rochelle 540-972-3438

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Betty Larson 540-661-7202

Democratic Club

Kerry 540-220-8547

Fire & Rescue Auxiliary

Marguerite 540-972-3681

Fun Bunch 55+

John 540-972-5611

Garden Club

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Investment Club

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*MOST EVENTS HAVE BEEN CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, AS WE BECOME AWARE OF THESE CANCELLATIONS WE WILL LIST THEM ON www.LOWA.org/Calendar For more information about specific group or activity cancellations, please call the contacts listed below.

Knitting & Crocheting

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Knowledge Club

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Litter Pick-up in LOW

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LOW Lioness Club

Ann 540-972-3326 Rani 540-972-7859

LOW Arts

Jennifer 703-508-1104

LOW Lions Club

Charlie 540-903-7796

LOW Players

Dave 540-972-6289

Mahjongg

Debby 540-412-5240

Mothers of Preschoolers

Kristen, mops@lowchurch.org

Open Mic Night

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Photography Club, LOW

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Republican Club, LOW

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Veterans Club

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Woodworkers Club

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Alcoholics Anonymous: Meeting every Mon, Wed, Fri, at 7 PM at LOW Church (Rm 210). Info: LOW Church 540-972-9060. Cancer Support Group for Women and their Caregivers: Meetings are held at LOW Church. Please contact Suzanne Lentine for meeting dates/time or for more information, 540-972-9060. Dementia Memory Café: Second Wednesdays, 2:30 PM, Country Cookin’, 247 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper. This is a social event where the person with dementia and/or the caregiver(s) are welcome to come discuss issues. Contact Bonnie at 540547-4824 or bonnired@comcast.net. Dementia Support Groups: Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM, Home Instead Senior Care, 111 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 101, Fredericksburg; Mondays, 11 AM-12:30 PM, England Run Library, 806 Lyons Blvd,

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in clean and good condition, that can be readily used by others. For immediate needs, please contact Lion Dave at 540-972-2125 or Lion Deb at 919-412-0351. If contacts are not immediately available, please leave message and we will return your call. Orange County Free Clinic: Offers primary medical care and prescription assistance to the uninsured in OC. Medical care available Mon. through Thurs., by appointment, and on Tues. evenings (walk-in). 101-C Woodmark Street, Orange. Info: Dorren Brown, 540-6720793. Red Cross Blood Drive: Fourth Tuesday, every other month from noon to 6 PM. Next drive is July 28 in the Community Center. You must be generally healthy and 17 or older. Go to www.redcrossblood.org for more detailed information. Make an appointment online or call 1-800733-2767. Making an appointment saves you time! Walk-ins accepted, on space available basis. Info: Christy, 540-412-2470. Seeking Counseling? The LOW Church offers affordable counseling for all persons by appointment. Info: Church, 540-972-9060. Rappahannock Rapidan Community Services Care-AVan will provide transportation to health care (including picking up prescription medications) and legal appointments for senior citizens (over 60) and persons (over 18) with physical disabilities. Available Mon-Fri. with minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Free Service (donations accepted), Call 540-825-3100 ext. 3358 or 3013. Vision Impaired Support Group. Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10 AM, Community Center, Room 1. Sponsored by the LOW Lions. Contact: Gail Sauro, 540-972-1629 or Gail.Sauro@ yahoo.com.

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LOW Community

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continue living fully and independently in their homes. Volunteer services provided: transportation, light home maintenance, computer assistance, check-in calls, friendly visits and referrals to screened service providers. Fee-based. Opportunities to volunteer, too. Info: 1-855-LOWLINC or visit lowlinc.org. LOW Lions/Lioness Wilderness Food Pantry: Located behind Locust Grove Town Center, Route 20. Usually open the first and third Fridays from 9 AM-noon, the second Wednesday from 4-6 PM and the last Saturday from 9-11 AM. Please call: 888-508-9274 to confirm schedule and to check for special opening dates and times. Mail contributions to Lions Wilderness Food Pantry, P.O. Box 605, Locust Grove, VA 22508. Info: Stan, 540-412-9854. LOW Lions Medical Equipment: Durable medical equipment is available for temporary loan to those with needs. Equipment can generally be picked up and returned 9 AM to noon Saturdays at the Lions Building near the LOW trash compactor. Lions also gratefully receive donations of used equipment,

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A car parade is being planned to honor First Responders who live and work in LOW. The parade will be coordinated with LOW Fire and Rescue. While initially planned for classic, antique cars and street rods, any unusual or special edition vehicle is welcome to participate. Time and date of the parade will be determined after interest in participation is determined, and coordination with LOW Fire and Rescue, LOW Security and the General Manager are completed. The plan is to assemble in the Clubhouse Lower Level Parking Lot, then line up and circle the LOW Fire House, then proceed around Lakeview Parkway and back again to circle around the Fire House and then park in the Lower Level Parking lot, spread out so anyone desiring can view the cars from a safely separated distance. If you are interested in participating in this event, send an email to williamderryberry2@gmail.com.

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The Orange County Broadband Authority, whose five members are also the five county supervisors, recently met to approve the budget and next step plans for broadband internet coverage in Orange County. Connectivity is planned in five phases. There has been significant progress to date in terms of completion of the core fiber network. Phase 1, connection and operation at all the schools, has been completed. Phase 2, connection to P25 Public Safety Radio System, is in progress with completion of fiber connections to the facilities and the towers. Tower equipment has been procured and installation is in progress. Phase 3, connection to the Network Access Point at to the Equinix Culpeper Facility, is in progress. Agreements for wholesale internet access to and fiber connection there have been completed as well as the OCBA authorized procurement of the equipment to be installed there. Phase 4, connection to local government facilities, is in progress with fiber connection completed and ongoing testing underway. Phase 5, connection to citizens and businesses in the county, is just getting started. A few underserved areas have been identified as potential places to start connections. The current challenge is to establish the rates and the policies for installation to individual subscribers. That is expected to be completed by the middle of next month, along with approval of a customer interface and support contractor. By late August, the installation and testing of the broadband network equipment should be completed. In September, the OCBA expects to identify and begin coordination with the Beta Testers, who will use the system to determine how well it works and what needs to be improved. The OCBA plans to start installation to new subscribers in November of this year. Any fiber connections to Lake of the Woods residents by the OCBA will depend on how, or whether, the LOW Association wants to engage in providing fiber service. Orange County government is continuing to function during the current COVID-19 crisis. Most departments are functionally close to normal, but the Department of Social Services has been particularly challenged, due to the much larger number of county residents who have lost jobs because of the crisis. The federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act instituted extensive and unprecedented policy changes for all programs administered by the DSS. Annual Medicaid renewal reviews will be delayed by 90 days, and no Medicaid cases will be closed even if income criteria are exceeded. Cases will be closed only for death, the client moving out of state, or requesting it. For other support programs such as the Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps), Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, and Childcare, there are additional relief measures. The annual certification for these programs has been extended by six months, ensuring that recipients have continued coverage during this period, regardless of potential changes to their eligibility. The Act also allows states to exempt individuals from complying with work requirements to receive benefits until after the public health emergency is ended. DSS staff continues to respond to Child and Adult Protective Services reports. If direct contact with clients is required, staff visit in person wearing face masks, face shields, gloves, and booties. Of concern is the 50% reduction in child protective reports. Since school is not in session, no reports are coming from school staff. Video conferencing is used for required meetings; even an adoption was finalized by video with the Circuit Court. The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board oversees the provision of services for seniors and individuals with mental health issues and mental disabilities. Services are provided to residents of five counties, including Orange County. The Board has three representatives from each county. Due to recent unexpected changes, there are two Orange County vacancies on the Board. If you are interested in serving in this capacity, please contact me or apply on the Orange County website. If you have questions about county government or want to let me know your feelings on specific issues, you can contact me at leeframe@ orangecountyva.gov.

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It looks like there might finally be something to look forward to for LGA members. The start of our season, and many of our events, had to be postponed or cancelled. Many of us have been happy to get out and play some golf, even with lots of restrictions. It beats sitting home on a nice day. If, as hoped, phase 2 of the LOW reopening plan starts on June 5, maybe we can start playing our Tuesday LGA golf on June 9. Let’s hope phase 1 goes without incident and we can get on with our 2020 season. As soon as our president, Sheran Marks, gets the word, she will notify all of us when we can begin Tuesday league play. Meanwhile, our veryy generous ladies started collecting cash and food d donations for the Wilderness Food d Pantry on March 20. By the end nd of April, the LGA collected d $4,870 and a large amount of food items. Thanks to all who donated ated to this very worthy cause. se. A special thank you goes to Dottie Lohr for coordinating i this effort.

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3 LOTS For SALE in Section 7. Lot # 24, 25 and 27, near small marina/ back gate. $120,000 for all three. Purchase before Labor Day, 35k per lot. Contact Larry at 202-302-6216 or 540-972-0922, for more details.

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Services $100 CASH GIVEAWAY to anyone who refers us for a Roof Replacement that results in a signed contract. We guarantee the lowest prices / highest quality on roof replacements & include a 15 year labor warranty, free gutter cleaning, and complete clean up. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 1 CALL ABOVE All A+ BBB Rated, Ask Luke Zello Takes Care of It All. A Best of the Burg multiple category Top 5, HomeAdvisor Top Rated & Elite Pro, Home Depot Pro Referral, Class A Licensed & Insured family operated company, 20+ year LOWA residents. Our professional tradesmen love to work and we donate heavily to a home in India that rescues the smallest victims of human trafficking. Protect yourself. Before you hire, verify licensed contractors at www.dpor. va.gov/LicenseLookup. See All of our classifieds & give us a call. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 1 LESS WORRY, Let Me Stain and Seal Your Deck or Dock, So You Can Relax For Years To Come. Call Long-Time Resident, Erich 540972-2664. 10% OFF SALE! House Washing, Deck Staining, Exterior Painting, Sealcoating Driveways. T.H.I., 540-850-8060, Call or Text. 10% Off Sale! 24 HOUR EMERGENCY Service and Storm Damage Repairs. We work with your insurance! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. 30+ YEARS RESIDENT. Animal Care and House Cleaning. Call Linda 540-220-2138. A&T ENTERPRISES - Most repairs and upgrades. New toilets and water heaters. Deck repairs, power washing. Full bath remodel. No job too small. In LOW since 2012. References: Terry 412-760-4593. A/C & HEATING Installation/Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ADDITIONS, ROOF Replacement, Kitchen/Bath Remodel, Deck. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW. ALL HOME IMPROVEMENTS, all flooring, decks, basement finishing, roofing, painting, bath and kitchen remodeling, power washing, house and garage cleanouts, additions, house building. Gutter Cleaning and Install Seamless Gutters. Have small backhoe for digging drain pipes and drain tiles.

Licensed and insured. Call Jerry at 540-840-2248 for free estimates. ARE YOU Just thinking about selling in 2020. Market is strong, inventory is low. For no obligation consultation call or email Vassa Olson w/United Real Estate Premier. Serving LOW homeowners since 1991. Vassaatthelake@gmail. com or 540-840-9444. ARE YOU looking to get your house cleaned? Need someone who is affordable? I offer the best service at a reasonable price! I’m living in the lake and I have special treatment for my neighbors retired people! Give me a call and we’ll get a great deal! Wanda 434-825-3774. ASK LUKE ZELLO - Inside and Out Home Improvement and Repairs, 540-406-3589. ASPHALT Sealing, Repair - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BASEMENT BUILDOUT, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BATHROOM/KITCHEN Remodel, Call Mark 540-845-1816. BRICK/STONE Masonry - Patios, walkways, porches, retaining walls. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. BULKHEADS and DOCKS, Boat Slips, Ground Level Decks, Wood Walkways, Lake Steps and Beaches. Since 1993 we have provided quality, affordable services to our neighbors at LOW. We are Licensed and fully Insured. You won’t hire us and then have us hire someone else (uninsured) to do your job. Our bulkhead replacement can be measured in miles, not feet. We build year-round and do not use large equipment in our work. See some of our work at both LOW Marinas, the small lake boat ramp, LOW Kayak Dock and Meadow Farms Golf Course. Free estimates, second opinions, and proof of Insurance are gladly provided. Call D&B Services, Inc., 540-972-7361. LOW Resident. CAREGIVER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT - Take charge State Certified Insured Nurses Aid. Can manage all the patients needs. No worries when you need short term or long term care. LOW resident. Diane, 540-388-2930. CARPENTRY, FRAMING or Custom Build-ins. Call Mark 540845-1816. CHIMNEY REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CLEANING - PROFESSIONAL Service. Excellent References. Call Lourdes, 703-795-5184 or KandHCleaningServices@gmail.com. CLEANING DONE Right! Over 20 years experience. All supplies included. Free estimates. Call Maid4-Hire, Theresa 540-920-8277. CONCRETE MASONRY Driveways, Patios, Walkways, Hardscaping - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. CONTRACTOR - CHECK http:// www.dpor.virginia.gov to verify licensed contractors. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

CONTRACTOR - HIRE a Professional without all the material and subcontractor mark-ups. Credit cards accepted 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. CRAWLSPACE WATER Issues? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. CULVERT REPLACEMENT Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DAN’S PLUMBING, 24-hour emergency service, water heaters, drain cleaning, faucets, service and repair. 540-242-1532. DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. DECK STAINING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DECK STAINING/Painting/ Sealing. Call Mark 540-845-1816. DOG WALKING Services, please call 540-920-7162. DONAHUE HOME Improvements - Additions, sunrooms, screen porches, bath remodels, decks. Over 30 years experience. We do it all and do it well! Resident since 1967. 540220-2764. DRAINAGE ISSUES? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. DRYWALL - NEW Drywall or Repair Work. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. ELECTRICAL ISSUES, Call Mark 540-845-1816. FASCIA/SOFFIT Rot, Call Mark 540-845-1816. FLOORING - HARDWOOD/Tile/ Laminates. Call Mark 540-845-1816. FOUNDATION REPAIR - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. FREE ROOF Inspections, Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. GUTTER CLEANING/Guard Installation - Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. GUTTER GUARDS, gutter cleaning, gutter repairs and home repairs. 35 years experience. LOW Home Owner. Kenny Skeen, 540972-4326. HANDYMAN PLUS - 33 year LOW resident and Licensed Contractor. Serving LOW over 20 years. I don’t claim to know it all, and I can’t do it all, but what I can do, I do well. To inquire and for a free estimate, call Erich 972-2664. HOME REPAIRS - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. HOME REPAIRS, Call Mark 540845-1816. INSULATION - GARAGE/ Basements/Attic/Crawl Space. Call Mark 540-845-1816. JUNK HAULING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LAKESCAPES OF VIRGINIA, LLC - Lawns & Gardens. Design, Installation, Maintenance. Professional Tree Removal. Excavations- basements, water lines, lot clearing. Residential, Commercial. Call Carlos Ortiz, 540656-6005 or email: lakescapes.llc@ gmail.com.

LANDSCAPING HARDSCAPING, Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LANDSCAPING - PREMIER Arbor Services LLC. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming, mulching, stone work. 540-718-3794. LANDSCAPING MULCH, double-shredded hardwood. Delivered on dump truck, 17 cu.yds. or 10 cu.yd. size loads. 540-8251472. LAWN MOWING - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL, 101HP Diesel ODB Municipal 16” Leaf Vacuum. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. LEAF REMOVAL/Yard Clean-up. Call Mark 540-845-1816. LOT CLEAN-UP. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. M.A.N.’s DRYWALL & REMODELING, LLC. Drywall and remodeling company. When you see the name Mark throughout these ads it is tied to my company. All work guaranteed for at least 1-year. Insured for your peace of mind. Don’t fall for contractors that markup materials and subcontractors. I am personally on every job working beside my guys. Show me a proposal by a licensed and insured contractor and I will beat their estimate. L.O.W. resident for 11 years. Free estimates. Credit cards accepted with 3% fee. Call Mark 540-845-1816. MEAL PLANNING, PREP and Delivery to LOW Residents. Healthy meals prepared by a Registered Dietition. Special diet accommodations. Call today to place your order, 540-760-5337, suzyrd67@yahoo.com. Eat Well, Live Well, Love Well. MOVING - DAVE THE MOVER LLC. 20 years experience. Local and distant. 540-229-9999. MOVING LOCALLY? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. MULCH DELIVERY - Doubleshredded hardwood. Call Brian, 540-219-7660 or 540-672-0355. MULCHING (DELIVERY/ SPREADING). Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. NOTARY SERVICES – LOW. Onsite, will travel. Sherri Lahay Lasover, 540-412-9854 or 202-288-8564. PAINTING - INTERIOR and Exterior. Never sprayed, always rolled to give you better coverage and a better finish. Call Mark 540845-1816. PAINTING & DECORATING - Interior/Exterior, Residential/ Commercial, Dry Wall Repairs, Power Washing, Free Estimates. Albert L. White, 540-399-1777. PAINTING- PIONEER Painting: 30 years in business, licensed and insured, A+ rating on Angie’s List. Call 540-220-8439 for free estimate. PAINTING/STAINING, Interior/ Exterior. Drywall Repairs. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589.

TREE CARE/REMOVAL - Premier Arbor Services LLC, Complete Tree Service. Hardscapes, Yard installation, Stump grinding, Tree trimming. 540718-3794. TREE REMOVAL, Any size, anywhere. Fully insured. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WATER / SEWER LINE replacement and repair. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW. WATER MAIN Leak Repair/ Replacement, Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. WE BUY Houses & Fix yours! Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. WINDOW & DOOR Repairs and Replacement. Class A Contractor. 540-845-1047. 35 years at LOW.

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PATIOS, WALKWAYS, Retaining Walls - Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. PLUMBING PROBLEMS? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. POWER WASHING- Go from green to clean. Call 540-642-2349 for estimates or email: jnave@ comcast.net. Licensed/Insured. 10% Discount for seniors and military. PRESSURE WASHING. Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. REMODEL - YOU have an idea? We’ll make it a reality. Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Basements. Call Mark 540-845-1816. REPAIRS & ROOFING. Install new and repair any small roof issues-don’t wait until they cause extensive damage. Skylights, Seamless Gutters. Best warranty. 540-972-9444 or lakescapes.llc@gmail.com. ROOF LEAKING - Give us a call for a free estimate. Leaky roof or new, we’ve got you covered. Call Mark 540-845-1816. ROOFING and REPAIRS - We guarantee to save you $500 or more verses competitors on roof replacements. Ask Luke Zello, 540406-3589. SELLING? DON’T want the stress/expense of fixing & waiting for your house to sell when you could close in two weeks? Ask Luke Zello, 540-406-3589. SMALL HAUL. For that haul that nobody wants to pick up. 540-7357977. SNAPPER JACK Yard Care, LLP, - Complete yard care, mulch, powerwashing, grass trimming and pruning. LOW homeowner. 540907-5800 or snapperjackyardcare@ gmail.com. Fully insured and Free estimates. Veterans 10% off.

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Employment HELP WANTED: 2 laborers to work summer starting May 1st. Call Almer at 807-467-1915 or Lisa at 402-421-9222.

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