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            LPOA Committee Chairpersons
          ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEES
          ARB/ARC // Judy Alyea
          Appeals // Steve White
          Election // Barb Burns
          Executive // Dave Petet
          Lakeshore Townhomes // Sheri Hartman & Jerry Baxter
          Lakeshore Condos // Kevin Wiley
          Lakewood Bay // Barb Mills
          The Landings // Doug Allen
          Water’s Edge // Kevin Ingram
          ADVISORY COMMITTEES
          Activities // Meg Young
          Facilities Development // Emmett McClintock
          Finance // Dave Stackelhouse
          Food & Beverage // Jahala Kinser
          Insurance // Cathy Pec
          Lake Use // Kyle Kosovich
          Association Staff
          ADMINISTRATIVE
          General Manager Mark Reid // Mark@lpoa.com
          Accounting Supervisor Machelle Seiler // Mac@lpoa.com
          Staff Assistant Sherry McNamara // Sherry@lpoa.com
          Administrative Assistant Nichole Melvin // Nichole@lpoa.com
          Membership Accounting Cari Brown // Cari@lpoa.com
          Receptionist Sharri Goodman // Reception@lpoa.com
          COMMUNITY SERVICE
          Dir. of Comm. Relations Sean Bachtel // Sean@lpoa.com
          Compliance Officer, Department Supervisor
          Tim Martineau // tim@lpoa.com
          Community Services Reception Ann Bellinghausen // ann@lpoa.com
          COMMUNICATIONS
          Art & Communication Director
          Cariann Dureka // Cariann@lpoa.com
          FOOD & BEVERAGE
          Executive Chef Molly Myers // Chef@logc.org
          MAINTENANCE
          Maintenance Manager John Thomas // Jthomas@lpoa.com
          
              
              
            
            Board Members
          BOARD OF DIRECTORS
          Officers
          President Terry White (At Large)
          Liaison to Facilities Development Committee
          EMAIL terry.white@lpoa.com
          Vice-President Dave Petet (At Large)
          Liaison to Lake Use Committee
          EMAIL dave.petet@lpoa.com
          Treasurer Kathleen Heydon (At Large)
          Liaison to Finance and Food & Beverage Committee
          EMAIL kathleen.heydon@lpoa.com
          Secretary Debbie Stalnaker (At Large)
          Liaison to ARB/ARC Committee
          EMAIL debbie.stalnaker@lpoa.com
          Directors
          Larry Fields (At Large)
          Liaison to Insurance Committee
          EMAIL larry.fields@lpoa.com
          Brooke Beebe (At Large)
          Liaison to Activities Committee
          EMAIL brooke.beebe@lpoa.com
          Joseph Pec (Multi Family)
          Liaison to Multi-family Parcels
          EMAIL joseph.pec@lpoa.com
          Tom Maloney (East Lake)
          Liaison to Appeals Committee
          EMAIL tom.maloney@lpoa.com
          Jon Snow (West Lake)
          Liaison to ARB/ARC Committee
          EMAIL jon.snow@lpoa.com
          LPOA Office
          651 NE St. Andrews Circle, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064
          Monday through Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
          PHONE 816-373-4326 COMMUNITY SERVICES 816-373-1500
          WEBSITE www.LPOA.com
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            From the General Manager, Mark Reid
          
    As we continue to celebrate our 50th Anniversary of our community, I find it interesting that this is also the 50th Anniversary of Community Associations Institute (CAI). In 1973, CAI was organized through the joint efforts of the Urban Land Institute, National Association of Homebuilders, the U.S. League of Savings and Loan Associations, the Veterans Administration, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 23 builder/developers, and several leading community association professionals. As with our founder and developer, Farm and Home Savings, there was a big vision for managed communities and 1973 was the beginning of something big. It’s an amazing statistic that around 1973 there were only 10,000 communities with 701,000 housing units and 2.1 million residents. Fast forward 50 years, and that 70’s vision has grown to 358,000 communities with 28 million homes and 75 million residents.
          Managed Communities have had this phenomenal popularity and growth rate because of the focus on the sense of community and harmony as well as creating and enriching lifestyle. Management of communities, like Lakewood, requires knowing how you have evolved over the past 50 years, while at the same time having a vision for what the community will look like 50 years from now. In my opinion, at 50 years young, Lakewood has aged well and is positioned well for the next half century. Obviously being a successful and harmonious community does not just happen. It takes a constant commitment from the members of the community.
          Here in 2023, with the advancement of technology and the constant contact of social media and even more so the distinct social divisions that are prevalent in current society, CAI, as well as myself, want to communicate that “Civility” is one of the most important guiding principles in our communities. We will continue to foster a climate of open discussion and debate, mutual respect and tolerance between all who live in, work in and visit our community. Our community, regardless of buildings, lakes, pools etc., is only as good as the civility and harmony that resonates amongst “all” of our community members.
          
    I look forward in this wonderful golden anniversary year to working with the community to reaffirm our commitment to civility and to Lakewood continuing into the next 50 years as our shining example of a truly vibrant and harmonious community.
          Clubhouse Update
          As most of you already know, we experienced a break in our Fire Suppression system above the main lobby on Christmas Eve 2022. This event rendered about 40% of the Clubhouse unusable. The Clubhouse is operational in all unaffected areas including the Argyle, St. Andrews Pub, Banquet Rooms and Golf Shop. The LPOA offices have been relocated to the Banquet rooms 1 and 2 on the northwest side of the main floor. All demolition of the affected areas is complete and we are in the planning and procurement process in order to begin reconstruction. A professional laboratory has been retained throughout this process to monitor and assure that air quality throughout the building is good.
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        In This Issue 5 From the General Manager 6 From the Boardroom 6 Board Meeting Minutes 8 Calendar of Events 10 Welcome New Residents 12 Blast from the Past 14 Summer is Coming! 16 Featured Lakewood Artist 20 Clubs 21 Resource Directory 22 January Maintenance Update 22 December Community Service Report February
        
              
              
            
            From the Boardroom
          Terry White, Board President
          As we begin this golden jubilee year of Lakewood, let’s take a look at some things from our beginnings.
          In the early 1970s Lees Summit had a population of about 18,000 people. The only things near this property we now call home were a small airport, Jackson County Hospital and Hilltop School. There were no banks or grocery store nearby, no businesses, just woods and farmland. Stephenson’s Apple Orchard was on the west side of Lee’s Summit Road and somewhere on the property was a horse barn.
          Astro Building Corporation had a vision for this area and Lakewood was incorporated in 1973. It was a joint venture of Farm and Home Savings in Nevada, Missouri, as the lender, and Astro, as the developer. Though lots were being sold before incorporation, the first homes were constructed in 1974. The area now called Lakeshore Condos were annexed in 1973. Lakewood Bay townhomes were annexed in 1974 and the Landings town homes in 1975.
          Farm and Home bought out Astro in November of 1976. Farm and Home assumed full control of the development. They acquired a sizeable amount of debt with over 75 percent of Lakewood still to be developed and many homes that were in various phases of construction that builders could not complete. Farm and Home would have to finish them.
          Farm and Home had several options to finish Lakewood. One would be to spin through the undeveloped acreage with inexpensive homes that would produce much higher annual lot sales, or, to finish the development as an upscale community. In the end they chose to continue developing Lakewood as upscale. I am sure many of us are happy with that
          LPOA/LHC BOARD MEETINGS
          Lakewood Property Owners Association Board of Directors’ Meeting
          Actions taken January 12, 2023
          Approved
          • 2023 Election Timetable
          • 2023 Election Committee
          Tabled
          • Landings By-Laws and Covenant Revisions
          decision. They retained the services of a successful developer partner from Houston to consult with their local development team. The result was the building of the Lakewood Oaks Golf Club which the development team thought would attract home buyers. At the same time the development of the homes around the front nine of the golf course, known as Fairway Homes Village Section One, began development.
          In 1976 the lakes were still ten to twelve feet below full pool. (If you were here, similar in pool as the drought of 2012). There were no functional boat docks. On Sunday, September 11, 1977, there was a large rainfall that brought the lakes up about 2.5 feet. From best information, on Monday, September 12, 1977, the same night as the historic Plaza flood, the Lakewood area received almost 16 inches of rain in a four-hour period. The lakes not only were full but were close to three feet above full pool. After this event, Farm and Home installed the first docks and built the parking lots and ramps as we now know them on the East and West Lakes.
          There is so much more history and stories that show how far we have come. I hope to cover more in the upcoming months. Special thanks to Pete Connors and the late Jay Copeland for the inspiration behind this month’s article.
          February 9 • March 9 • April 13 Meetings take place at 6:30 p.m. at The Lakewood Oaks Clubhouse.
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            Lakewood Calendar of Events
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          If you would like to stop receiving the Ripples by US Mail and would like to access it online (www.lpoa.com or Lakewood’s official Facebook page), simply email Cariann at cariann@lpoa.com.
          Statements If you would like to stop receiving statements by US Mail, please contact Cari at cari@lpoa.com or access the “Going Green” form on our website at www.lpoa.com. Please be advised that our current accounting system does not have online access, so by not receiving a statement you will not be notified if you charge any additional items to your account (ie. Snack bar and Argyle meals, boat stickers, boat rentals, etc).
          
    
    
    ARB/ARC deadlines are the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. The meetings are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:00 pm (3rd and 5th Tuesday of March and November 2022).
          All meetings will take place at the Community Service Office, 735 NE Lakewood Blvd.
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        LPOA & LOCC Board Meeting
        Valentine’s Day
        None at this time.
        LPOA & LOCC Board Meeting Updates
        
    New
          Lakewood Residents
          Paul & Shelly Groff 517 NE Wenonga Place
          Trey DeRousse 610 NE La Costa
          Grant & Jennifer Trahant 326 NW Bluebeech Point
          Tyler & Erin Milligan 720 NE Seabrook Circle
          TJ & Elizabeth Wahl 610 NE Lone Hill Drive
          Justin & Elizabeth Alexander 320 NE Warrington Court
          Leah Zelk 4507 NE De La Mar Place
          Tyler & Rebecca Green 324 NE Warrington Court
          Clark & Kathleen Frost 4319 NE Courtney Drive
          Ai & Tisha Ford 516 NE Sienna Place
          Joshua & Nicole Montague 300 NW Bramble Trail Circle
          Boat Sticker Renewal
          Previously Registered boats/watercraft MUST have a sticker on by May 1 of 2023, or they will be fined. New, unregistered boats/ watercraft can get a sticker past May 1 without a fine.
          
    Home Watch
          The Lee’s Summit Police Department offers a House Watch to be used when you are out of town. If you wish to be added to their House Watch List, please contact LSPD at 816-969-1700. Don’t forget to contact your LPOA Community Service Staff at 816-373-1500 so they can keep an extra eye on your property, as well.
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            Long-time Resident of Lakewood
          Interview by Cariann Dureka
          
          
    
    
    This month I had the pleasure of meeting with Kim Curran—a resident and LOCC Golf Member who has been in Lakewood since 1976: whose parents purchased one of the lots in 1974, just one year after Lakewood’s formation. I had the chance to ask some questions about Kim’s experience of Lakewood over the years, and how things have changed or stayed the same!
          What was one of the first aspects of Lakewood that you remember? I would probably say the pools! We would ride our bikes to the the Cove, which was one of two of the pools at the time. The Clubhouse was originally at the Cove—it hosted tap, ballet, gymnastics, and other classes there. The pool was orignally just a 25 meter pool, but it had a lookout tower that over the years, got smaller and smaller until it was eventually torn down. The lakes were another memorable part of Lakewood—boating and spending afternoons on the water.
          
    
    
    Had you lived elsewhere before purchasing your own Lakewood home in 1998? Did you consider other areas before choosing to purchase in Lakewood? I grew up on Locust Street, and my parents eventually moved to Edgewater—when I first began looking for a home I considered a neighborhood in Johnson County that advertised having a lake; which turned out to be a retention pond. There was just not another community quite like Lakewood—with its lake, the golf course, and other amenities. You could spend more elsewhere and get less! It really feels like resort living here.
          What about Lakewood has changed the most, and what has stayed the same, from your perspective? I think the growth of the community is a big change. When we first moved in there wasn’t a lot in the surrounding area—there was one restaurant where the Cove pool is now, and my parents frequented it since there just wasn’t a lot to choose from nearby. The closest grocery store was at 291 and Chipman. One thing that has stayed the same for me is being able to see and keep up with neighbors—I’ll go to the Argyle and still see my Campfire Girl Leader. And everyone is very friendly, you won’t meet a stranger.
          What is one thing you’d tell younger/newer
          Lakewood residents about the community? I would say get involved and try everything! Whether that’s a round of golf, or joining one of the many clubs, renting a boat or having dinner at the restaurant. A lot of residents will be involved with multiple things in Lakewood, like a club and a committee—and get to know people from different walks of life.
          
    
    
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    Lakewood Fourth of July Show
          We are now accepting donations for our Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show! The funds go towards the contract for the display, LS Police Stand-by and other miscellaneous items needed to ensure the show proceeds smoothly. It’s been recognized as one of the best in the area, and so residents are encouraged to donate! We strive to make each year’s show a memorable and fun experience, and we hope you’ll show your support and join us. Donors will be featured in the Ripples each month.
          To donate, either stop by the office and fill out a form or go to the LPOA.com > Member’s Area > Downloadable Forms > Lakewood 4th of July Fireworks Donation Form to download, fill out, and bring to our office. Deadline to donate is Monday, June 12, 2023.
          Now Hiring for 2023 Seasonal Positions
          Attention Students and Retirees! The Lakewood Community Service Department is currently accepting applications for the upcoming summer season. Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age, be self-motivated, possess a valid Missouri Driver’s License and be able to pass a background screening. Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.
          The Lakewood Community Service Department is responsible for enforcing the rules, regulations and architectural guidelines for one of the Midwest’s largest homes associations.
          Duties include, but are not limited to:
          • Patrolling pools, lakes, and amenities
          
    • Ensuring that valid ID’s are present
          • Enforcing association rules/policies
          Salary commensurate with experience. Please apply in person between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at 735 NE Lakewood Blvd. Lee’s Summit, MO 64064. Contact Tim at tim@lpoa.com for more information.
          Spring Athletic Field Reservation Meeting
          The Spring 2023 Athletic Field Reservation Meeting will be held February 7, at 5:30 p.m., at the Lakewood Oaks Golf Club. Reservations will be needed for this meeting, and only one representative from each team will be allowed to attend. You can reserve your spot by emailing Ann Bellinghausen at ann@lpoa.com. For those that aren’t able to attend the meeting, you can contact Ann via phone (816-373-4343) or email the day after and she will help you find an available field.
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            JIM STAHL FEATURED LAKEWOOD ARTIST
          
    A place to present artists of all kinds and mediums
          By Patti Browder
          
          When Jim Stahl and Donna Bowles got married four years ago, they combined their lives and households in one of the friendly Lakewood neighborhoods along the lakefront. Jim brought many of his lifelike wood carvings to display in their new home.
          Over the years, Jim has many wood sculptures using the technique of flat-plane woodcarving. Working with a piece of soft wood such as basswood and an amazing array of small, sharp chisels and mallets, Jim brings his caricatures to life with realistic and humorous expressions and postures. Although many of his pieces tend toward a Western theme, Jim has carved animals and birds as well.
          
    
    Jim began carving as a twelve-year-old Boy Scout. Over the years as a Scout leader and throughout his life careers, Jim continued to improve and refine his wood carving from a hobby to creative art. Some of his carvings took months to complete. While employed by Bowers-Siemon Chemicals, Jim spent many hours on the road serving clients over a several-state area. When he tired of the road and long hours behind the wheel, he would stop at a roadside rest area and pass some time working on his latest wood carving project at a picnic table. He even took his carving along on trips and cruises with his wife and family members. Unlike carving at the kitchen table at home, Jim enjoyed carving on a table outside or on the deck of a cruise ship because the “shavings just blew away and there was nothing to clean up.”
          Jim and Donna enjoy spending time on the lakeshore with their neighbors watching the boats and wildlife, and they are frequently seen dancing up a storm on Saturday night at the American Legion.
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        ...Jim enjoyed carving on a table outside or on the deck of a cruise ship because the “shavings just blew away and there was nothing to clean up.”
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            Lakewood Clubs
          Bass Fishing Club
          Lakewood Lakes Bass Fishing Club: Join our Facebook group or contact our president, Walter Hammond, at waltfish13@ gmail.com or 816-699-1091 to get involved!
          Bridge Club
          If you have an interest in playing in a bridge card group either regularly or on an occasional basis as a substitute, please email Joe Casebolt using the email address jecase@comcast.net.
          Garden Club
          Wednesday, February 22, 2023
          9:00-9:30 a.m.: Refreshments
          9:30 a.m.: Program followed by Business Meeting
          Lakewood Oaks Country Club, Banquet Room
          The Love Connection: Pollinators and Flowering Plants
          Presenter Lenora Larson is a Marais Des Cygnes Extension Master Gardener and a member of local chapters of both the Idalia Butterfly Society and Kansas Native Plant Society. Her presentation will introduce participants to the pollinators in our area, the threats they face, and how we can help protect them.
          Moms Club
          New to Lakewood or lived here for years? Lakewood Moms Club is the way to connect with our amazing community. We have events for moms, kids and families. There is always something happening. Come join the fun!
          Membership information: lakewoodmomsclub64064@gmail.com
          Want to hear quickly from someone? Text Lizzie Johns at 816-547-5538.
          Pilates Club
          Pilates will meet in the Argyle while repairs are conducted in the Clubhouse
          Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Barre Pilates/mat Pilates
          Wednesdays 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Barre Pilates/mat Pilates
          Fridays 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. PIYO/mat Pilates
          Barre class size and space is limited because we use chairs for stability which take up a lot of room so check with Cathy prior to attending to confirm availability. While Barre requires reservations, spots are often open but please first check by calling or texting 816-305-0632 or email lakewoodpilatesclub3@gmail.com. Friday PIYO does not use chairs and is walk in. For all classes multiple modifications are cued so everybody from beginners to advanced benefit. Signed waivers are required prior to attending first session.
          Activities Committee
          LakewoodActivitiesCommittee@gmail.com
          Follow on Facebook: @LakewoodActivitiesCommittee
          Sail & Paddle Club
          The Lakewood Sail & Paddle Club is celebrating its 21st year of providing “On The Water” access for Lakewood residents. Family – $75/yr includes personal use for your family and your guests with you. Single – $50/yr includes personal use for you and your guest with you
          Contact Steve Bertken at SailLakewood@gmail.com to fill out the 2022 Membership form. The 2022 Members Welcome and access passcode will be emailed after signup. Online Payment options: PayPals, Venmo, Check or Cash.
          Stitchers Club
          The Lakewood Stitchers Club meets the second Thursday of each month in a residential home, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Feel free to bring your knitting, crocheting, needlework, or other portable craft. Join us in a neighborly chat, while seeing all the creative ideas. If you would like to learn to knit, crochet, or learn any other needleart, we are happy to provide personal instruction as well. Contact Wendy at wgriffen@sbcglobal.net for more information.
          Tennis Club
          The Lakewood Tennis Club has concluded this year’s activities. Hopefully we will see you in the spring. Occasionally, we will play on Thursday evenings at the main courts weather permitting. (50 degrees or warmer). If you would like to receive regular e-mails from the Tennis Club, send an e-mail to Jack McLaren at lakewoodtennis64064@gmail.com. That way you can keep up with all the tennis news in Lakewood. Any questions about Lakewood Tennis call either: Jack McLaren (816) 868-4933 or Steve Winship (816) 809-2924
          Water Aerobics Club
          We will start back up with Memorial Day of 2023! For any questions, contact Sylvia Gaitan, 816.223.8080, sylviagaitan@gmail.com, or Tam Asplund, 816.805.6247, tam.asplund@aol.com.
          Yoga Club
          Yoga will meet in Banquet Rooms 3 & 4 while repairs are conducted in the Clubhouse. Please bring your own mat and props. You will be asked to sign a waiver on the first visit. Consult your health care provider for approval before starting a new activity such as yoga and follow any restrictions recommended. All levels of experience including beginners are welcome.
          Monday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. medium level class
          Wednesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. all levels
          Saturday 9:00 -10:15 a.m. active level class
          20 The Ripples // February 2023
        
              
              
            
            Lakewood Resource Directory
          ATTORNEY COUNSELOR OF LAW
          The Horn Law Firm - 816-795-7500
          Douglas Horn
          CHIROPRACTOR
          Lakewood Chiropractic - 816.373.3373
          Sara Horn D.C.
          COMPUTER SERVICESONSITE & REMOTE
          KC Computer Staff - 816-708-8822
          kccomputerstaff.com
          COSMETICS
          Mary Kay Cosmetics - 816-686-3388
          DECK & FENCE BUILDER
          Sun Deck & Home - 816-522-DECK (3325)
          LW Residents 25 years in the business Winter discount through May
          Snow Removal Services
          DENTISTRY
          Newhouse Periodontics - 816.373.6800
          
    Dr. Nancy Newhouse | NewhousePerio.com
          Implant Dentistry • Periodontics • Regeneration
          ELECTRICAL
          Lee’s Summit Electric, Lamar Smith. 816-695-8548
          EMPLOYMENT AGENCY
          Vest Professional Placement - 816-282-6288
          www.VestPros.com
          FINANCE
          Drew Reynolds - Edward Jones - 816-795-7529
          Drew.Reynolds@edwardjones.com
          HEATING & COOLING
          AFC Heating & Cooling - 816-347-8388
          HOME INSPECTION SERVICES
          ATM Home Inspection - 816-886-0186
          Home, Radon, Termite, Mold & Sewer Scoping insp. Evenings and weekends available.
          IMPLANT DENTISTRY
          Newhouse Periodontics - 816-373-6800
          Dr. Nancy Newhouse | NewhousePerio.com
          Implant Dentistry • Periodontics • Regeneration
          Judgements Awarded
          Thomas Crowley II (5328 NE Northgate Crossing)
          Darin & Dilcia Crull (209 NW Redwood Ct.)
          Joshua & Sheliece Knox (411 NE Medford Dr.)
          INSURANCE
          Kimberly Downey Noble (State Farm)816.833.1180
          Bev McFee - 816-525-8558
          The Insurance Group
          Chris McNair - 816-352-2364
          Farmers Insurance
          INTERIOR DESIGN
          KC Bathtub Refinishing
          Tub & tile refinishing-any color. 816-606-9770
          PEST CONTROL
          Mitch Shipman | Bug Baron, Blue Beetle Pest Control, Text my cell at 816-305-8518
          PHOTOGRAPHY
          Angi’s Art - 816.853.4491
          www.angisart.com
          VanDeusenPhotography.com | 816-822-9100
          Established 1978 | Master Photog | Lori Hahn
          PHYSICAL THERAPY
          Summit Strength Physical Therapy 816-524-7040
          PLUMBING
          Golden’s Plumbing - 816-350-2927
          Regal Plumbing - 816-368-1550
          REAL ESTATE
          Kim Glaser - 816-282-4461
          KW – Kim Connects HOME Team
          Kristen Green - 816-352-1974
          Certified General Real Estate Appraiser
          Bev Fowler Spencer - 816-289-4654
          Chartwell
          Marcia Wallace - 816-251-1550 (office)
          Reece & Nichols
          VACUUM SALES & SERVICE
          Mr C’s Vac & Sewing Machine Center
          816-833-2300
          11808 E. 23rd Street, Independence, 64050 Sells Most Brands. Free estimates on repairs.
          VETERINARIAN
          Lakewood Animal Health Center 816-373-1098
          Lakewood Resource Directory
          • Lakewood Resource Directory listings are $10 a line, per month, and available by contacting cariann@lpoa.com.
          • Open to Lakewood residents only.
          • All charges will be made to your member’s account, on a monthly basis.
          • New listings need to be emailed to cariann@lpoa.com by the 15th of the month prior to when you want it to appear in the magazine.
          • Your listing will run until you notify us to discontinue publishing.
          • Should you decide to discontinue your listing, contact cariann@lpoa.com by the 15th of the month prior to when you want it to stop. (Example: If you ran a November listing and don’t want it to run in December, notify us by November 15.) If notified after the 15th, your listing will run one more month and your account will be charged.
          Classifieds
          • Lakewood Classified Ads will be $7.50 a line, per month, and available by contacting cariann@lpoa.com.
          • Open to Lakewood residents only.
          • All charges will be made to your member’s account.
          • New ads should be submitted to cariann@lpoa by the 15th of the month prior to when you want it to appear.
          • Your ad will run for one month unless you notify us to continue.
          Brooke Dayley & Zachary Lacy (223 NE Bayview Dr.)
          Blake Berwald (5477 NE Wedgewood Ln.)
          Lakewood Property Owners Association // Serving Our Members Since 1973 21 Newsletter design by Ampersand. ampersandbranding.com
        
              
              
            
            JANUARY Maintenance Update
          John Thomas, Maintenance Manager
          
          
    
    The beauty of winter is still in full force. The days are getting longer and hopefully spring will start to emerge in March. Here’s what is going on in your maintenance department.
          Maintenance Department Activity
          • East and West Lake Marina dock electrical service maintenance
          
    • Common area tree trimming
          • Stump grinding
          • Monument and landscaping bed maintenance
          • Common area lighting maintenance
          • Trash and pet waste station servicing
          • Common area and shoreline trash collection
          • Playground maintenance and repair
          • Sports field maintenance
          • 23 acre walking trail maintenance
          • Tennis court and wind screen maintenance
          • Pleasure dock maintenance and repair
          • Marina and pleasure dock goose waste removal
          • LPOA pond water treatment
          • Clubhouse maintenance and repair
          • Service and maintenance of snow removal equipment
          • Snow removal and deicing salt application
          • Resident work request completion
          
    • Swimming pool and pavilion mechanical equipment
          winter service
          Lakewood Improvement Projects
          • LIP related pleasure dock removal
          
    • New pleasure dock bulkhead subgrade preparation
          • New pleasure dock bulkhead installation
          • East Dam access road installation
          • Site work for new ELV parking lot expansion
          
              
              
            
            DECEMBER Community Service Report
          
    Sean Bachtel, LPOA Director of Community Relations
          
          22 The Ripples // February 2023
        Ryan Barber
          CEPA®, AAMSTM Financial Advisor
          
    
    801 NE Lakewood Blvd
          Lee’s Summit, MO 64064 816-478-0053
          ryan.barber@edwardjones.com
          Jon Klassen
          
    AAMSTM Financial Advisor
          4801 S Cliff Avenue, Suite 202 Independence, MO 64055 816-478-7070
          jon.klassen@edwardjones.com
          John Skinner Financial Advisor
          
    1600 NE Coronado Dr Blue Springs, MO 64014 816-228-9926
          john.skinner@edwardjones.com
          Matt Sibbing
          AAMSTM Financial Advisor
          3500 NE Ralph Powell Rd, Suite C Lee’s Summit, MO 64064 816-347-8375
          matt.sibbing@edwardjones.com
          Drew Hammer Financial Advisor
          
    
    
    
    
    
    4731 S Cochise Dr Suite 210 Independence, MO 64055 816-252-1199
          drew.hammer@edwardjones.com
          Chris Madden Financial Advisor
          
    2410 South 7 Highway Blue Springs, MO 64014 816-224-9278
          chris.madden@edwardjones.com
          Drew Reynolds Financial Advisor
          206 NE Douglas Street Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 816-795-7529
          drew.reynolds@edwardjones.com
          Scott Wall
          CFP® Financial Advisor
          3500 NE Ralph Powell Rd, Suite E Lee’s Summit, MO 64064 816-272-0460
          scott.wall@edwardjones.com
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