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August 2026

LPOA Committee Chairpersons

ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEES

ARB/ARC // Eric Kraus

Appeals // Steve White

Election // Garrett Denzer

Executive // Jonathan Buschmann

ADVISORY COMMITTEES

Activities // Meg Young

Facilities Development // Terry White & Christy Nyquist

Finance // Dave Stackelhouse

Clubhouse // Jahala Kinser

Insurance // Joe Piatczyc

Lake Use // Scott Lankford

Security // Josh Nixon

Association Staff

ADMINISTRATIVE

General Manager Mark Krtek // Mark.Krtek@lpoa.com

Accounting Supervisor Machelle Seiler // Mac@lpoa.com

Staff Assistant Sherry McNamara // Sherry@lpoa.com

Assistant to the GM Madison Greenlee // Madison@lpoa.com

Membership Accounting Cari Brown // Cari@lpoa.com

Receptionist Emilee Tronstad // Reception@lpoa.com

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Dir. of Comm. Relations Sean Bachtel // Sean@lpoa.com

Staff Supervisor Danny Blocker // Danny@lpoa.com

Reception Ann Bellinghausen // Ann@lpoa.com

COMMUNICATIONS

Art & Communication Director

Cariann Dureka // Cariann@lpoa.com

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Chef Eber Altamirano // Chef@logc.org

Banquets Manager Jenna Dunbar // Jenna@lpoa.com Argyle // 816-541-2452

St. Andrews Pub // 816-541-2453

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Manager John Thomas // Jthomas@lpoa.com

Board Members

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers

President Debbie Stalnaker (At Large) Liaison to Facilities Development Committee

EMAIL debbie.stalnaker@lpoa.com

Vice President Jonathan Buschmann (East Lake) Liaison to Executive Committee

EMAIL jonathan.buschmann@lpoa.com

Treasurer Randy Wisthoff (At Large) Liaison to Finance Committee

EMAIL randy.wisthoff@lpoa.com

Secretary Diana Ewert (Multi-Family) Liaison to Clubhouse Committee

EMAIL diana.ewert@lpoa.com

Directors

Piers Denney (West Lake) Liaison to Lake Use Committee & Security Committee

EMAIL piers.denney@lpoa.com

Drew Reynolds (At Large) Liaison to Golf Committee & Insurance Committee

EMAIL drew.reynolds@lpoa.com

Tony DeMarco (At Large) Liaison to Election Committee & Activities Committee

EMAIL tony.demarco@lpoa.com

Mike Childs (At Large) Liaison to Appeals Committee

EMAIL mike.childs@lpoa.com

Jolene Horne (At Large) Liaison to ARB/ARC

EMAIL jolene.horne@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

August

From the General Manager, Mark Krtek

Happy August!

As summer begins to wind down, we would like to wish all our students a wonderful, successful, and safe school year ahead. With classes resuming soon, please remember that school buses will be back on the roads and children will be walking throughout the community. We encourage everyone to use extra caution and remain attentive while driving around Lakewood.

We are pleased to share that the hall and kitchen entryway renovation and expansion project has now been completed. We are very excited about the results and the enhanced experience this improvement will provide for our

From the Boardroom

Debbie Stalnaker, Board President

With our amenities in full swing, August is the perfect time to highlight how your annual dues assessments help support the places and services residents enjoy every day. The “Did You Know” article featured in this month’s Ripples outlines several of the ways that the dues collected are used. From maintaining our lakes, pools, playgrounds, trails, and courts to landscaping, safety, and community operations, your assessments help ensure Lakewood remains a beautiful, well-maintained place to live—not just today, but for years to come.

Many of the things we value most are easy to take for granted because they simply work. Our pools are clean and ready for swimmers. The lakes are enjoyable for boating and fishing. Playgrounds are safe and inviting, courts are ready for play, and our common areas remain attractive throughout the year.

Behind each of these amenities is a tremendous amount of work happening every day. While a portion of your annual dues assessments is dedicated to capital improvements and reserve funding to protect Lakewood's long-term future, the majority supports the ongoing operation, maintenance, and care of the amenities and services that define our community.

These are the everyday responsibilities that often go unnoticed—but they are essential to protecting both the quality of life we enjoy today and the long-term value of our community.

Lakewood's amenities don't maintain themselves. They require careful planning, skilled staff, preventive maintenance, and ongoing investment throughout the year. Your assessments make that possible. (See below)

Here’s some interesting things to note:

Board of Directors’

Meeting Minutes

Actions taken July 9, 2026

Approved

• Update to Clubhouse/Kitchen Renovation

• Quarter 2 Envision Strategic Plan Update

• Direction to Staff to Review LPOA Policy 3

• Clarification of Exterior Maintenance

Responsibility for Lakewood Bay Parcel

LPOA/LHC Board Meetings

August 13 | September 10 | October 8

Meetings take place at 6:30 p.m. at the Lakewood Oaks Clubhouse.

Maintaining today's amenities while planning for tomorrow is at the heart of everything we do. Inside this edition, you’ll also find our Q2 ENVISION Lakewood Progress Update, highlighting many of the initiatives completed or currently underway.

So, as you head to the pool, launch your boat, dine with friends at the Club, or simply take a walk through the neighborhood, remember that these experiences are made possible through the collective investment of our community. Thank you for your continued support and have a wonderful summer enjoying all that Lakewood has to offer!

Lakewood by the Numbers

380,000+ gallons of water help keep our 3 pools, spray park, and waterslide ready for summer fun.

365 acres of lakes... plus 15 stormwater ponds maintained throughout the community.

11,000+ square yards of asphalt pavement maintained across 7 parking lots.

162 acres of beautifully maintained common ground.

63 landscaped common areas cared for throughout the year.

Lakewood Calendar of Events

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Welcome

New Residents

Leslyln Brouillette

729 NE Algonquin

Adam & Vadsana Smith 4612 NE Dick Howser Circle

Janet & Jack Little 5448 NE Wedgewood Court

Dilynn Jones 160 NE Bayview Drive

Robert & Teresa Crane 414 NE Point Drive

Sarah Dobard 210 NE Bayview Drive

Kerry McGhee

270 NE Bayview Drive

Elois Cotton & Lynessa Cook

288 NE Bayview Drive

Megan Alexander 213 NE Landings Court

Coby Shields

206 NW Teakwood

Katherine Wurzer

401 NE Landings Drive

John & Anna Phillips

646 NE St. Andrews Court

Lakewood’s Election committee is recruiting for multiple members to join the current committee volunteers; please consider joining to help keep Lakewood great. You can find the Committee Interest Form at www.lpoa.com/online-forms or contact Sean Bachtel at sean@lpoa.com for details.

The Election Committee is an essential advisory committee to Lakewood’s Board of Directors tasked with implementing Lakewood’s election processes. We strive to keep a group of diverse volunteers from throughout all parts of the community who are excited to insure fair, open and accurate elections. The committee typically meets monthly leading up to the spring election cycle with multiple meetings and events in March to facilitate the administration of the annual elections.

If you are considering or have question, please feel free to reach out to any member of the current elections committee. We look forward to hearing from interested candidates.

Home Watch Committee Members Requested!

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 the LPOA Office at 816-373-4326 so they can notify Community Services to keep an extra eye on your property as well.

ARB/ARC Information

ARB/ARC deadlines are the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. The meetings are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 5:00 pm. All meetings will take place at the Lakewood Oaks Clubhouse, 651 NE St. Andrew’s Cir.

Work Request Form Notice

We have available a work request form to address common grounds issues or repairs. These forms help our maintenance team address issues in a timely manner and keep track of them for future resident inquiries. To report a maintenance issue, please call the Community Services Office at 816-373-4343 or email Ann at ann@lpoa.com for Staff to write a Work Request on your behalf, or download by going to lpoa.com/maintenance and clicking “Work Request Form”. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!

LPOA Dues Edition

Every year, resident dues are strategically divided among eleven categories which the Sta and Board of the HOA manage and allocate certain amounts of the budget to.

When you get your monthly bill, you may question what exactly its going towards. When the Finance Committee helps determine the dues increases year to year, you may wonder what drives the cost under certain departments. This article is intended to break down just some of the things paid for each under each category.

Administration

• Employee Insurance

• Employee Salaries

• Postage

• Printing

• Supplies

• Dues & Subscriptions

• Legal Expenses

• Taxes (Federal, State)

• Committee Budgets

• Capital Improvement Projects

• Contracts

• Janitor Supplies

• Wages

• Security Services

• Equipment Repair & Rental

• General Insurance

• Electric Utilities

• Building Maintenance & Repair

•

Community Services

• Employee Insurance

• Employee Salaries

• O ce Lease

• Uniforms

• Utlities (Gas, Electric, Storage Lot)

• Mobile Phones

• Vehicle Fuel & Repairs

• Boat Fuel & Repairs

• ID/Marina Cards

• Supplies

•

Pools Maintenance CLUBhouse

• Part Time Employee Wages

• Contract Services (Pool Management + Lifeguards)

• General Insurance

• Utilities

• Supplies

• Equipment Repairs

• Pest Control

Food & Beverage

• Employee Insurance

• Employee Salaries

• Laundry/Linens

• Licenses & Permits

• Liquor Liability Insurance

• Chemicals

• Supplies

• Food & Liquor Product

Snack Bar

• Part Time Employee Wages

• Uniforms

• Licenses & Permits

• Chemicals

• General Supplies

• Food Products

• Employee Insurance

• Employee Salaries

• Contract Services (Mowing, Landscaping)

• Sports Courts

• Playground Equipment Repairs

• Equipment Repair & Rental

• Tree Maintenance

• Building Repair

• Seeds & Fertilizers

• Landscape Maintenance

• Supplies (Portering, General Materials)

• Uniforms

• Utilities (Gas, Signs, Electric, Street Lights, Water, Trash)

• Pond Aeration Repairs

• Vehicle Fuel

• Chemicals

• O ce Supplies

Lake Management Communications

• Contract Services (SOLitude)

• Pleasure Dock Maintenance

• Swim Beach Supplies/Maintenance

• Equipment Repair & Rental

• Fish Stocking (LIP)

• Zebra Mussel Control

• General Insurance

• Utilities (Electric, Aerators)

• Chemicals

• Boat Rack Maintenance

• Engineering Services

• Dam Maintenance

Marinas

• Camera Equipment Repairs

• General Insurance

• Camera/Gate Internet

• Utilities (Electric, East & West Marina)

• Dock Maintenance

• General Marina Maintenance

Want to Go Green? The Ripples

If you would like to stop receiving the Ripples by US Mail and would like to access it online (www.lpoa.com), simply fill out our Digital Ripples Form on our website: lpoa.com/contact/forms/

Statements

If you would like to start receiving statements by email, please contact Cari Brown at cari@lpoa.com or login to the new Northstar Portal at members.lpoa.com and update your Mail delivery preferences. You can also update phone numbers and email addresses in your Profile on the new Northstar member login.

• Contract Services (Mailing, Design, Web Managment)

• General Insurance

• Software Subscriptions

• Postage

• Printing

Pontoon Rentals

• Supplies

• Fuel

• General Insurance

• Boat Repair/Maintenance

ENVISION Lakewood Progress Highlights

April–June 2026 Quarterly Update

ENVISION Lakewood is your community’s strategic plan for protecting property values, enhancing amenities, and ensuring Lakewood remains a great place to live. Here’s a snapshot of second-quarter progress.

the Lakewood Property Owners Association

WORKING SMARTER TO PROVIDE BETTER SERVICE.

• Staff operating procedures are now fully documented and reviewed annually for consistency and continuity.

• Weekly Resident Reminders are included in E-Blast to keep homeowners informed about community standards.

• Operating costs are reviewed monthly to identify savings opportunities.

• A new Board orientation program was developed to provide a better understanding of community operations.

• Development of a Board member exit interview process is underway to capture feedback and improve future governance.

• Staff strengthened relationships with industry organizations to bring new ideas and best practices to Lakewood.

Being Fiscally Responsible for both short and long-term sustainability

PLANNING TODAY FOR LAKEWOOD’S FUTURE.

• The 2026 Reserve Study is now available on the website.

• Improvements were made to the Lakewood Improvements Program (LIP) process and proposal forms.

• Northstar software streamlined operations, reducing reliance on third-party programs and saving approximately $900 annually.

Providing high-quality, available and appealing Amenities to residents

MAINTAINING AND ENHANCING THE AMENITIES YOU ENJOY.

Tennis and pickleball courts were resurfaced.

• Design work has begun for the Oaks Pool improvements.

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• Boat slip inventory was completed, and resident boat rentals remain strong.

• Resident feedback at the Argyle averages 9.8/10 and is used to continuously improve the dining and amenity experience.

procedures are now fully documented and reviewed annually

Highlights

ENVISION Lakewood Progress Highlights

Strengthening Community Connections

April–June 2026 Quarterly Update

CREATING MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED.

• Communication improvements continue across multiple channels.

ENVISION Lakewood is your community’s strategic plan for protecting property values, amenities, and ensuring Lakewood remains a great place to live. Here’s a snapshot progress.

• Lakewood Activities Committee sponsored an Easter event in April – Pancake breakfast, Bunny Trail and added a new nine-hole mini-golf event.

the Lakewood Property Owners Association

2026 Quarterly Update

Lakewood is your community’s strategic plan for protecting property values, enhancing ensuring Lakewood remains a great place to live. Here’s a snapshot of second-quarter the Lakewood Property Owners Association

your community’s strategic plan for protecting property Lakewood remains a great place to live. Here’s a snapshot the Lakewood Property Owners Association SMARTER TO PROVIDE BETTER SERVICE.

• All three community pools opened over Memorial Day weekend.

WORKING SMARTER TO PROVIDE BETTER SERVICE.

SMARTER TO PROVIDE BETTER SERVICE.

procedures are now fully documented and reviewed annually for consistency

• Committee openings are posted online and in the weekly Eblast along with Committee volunteer opportunities.

• Staff operating procedures are now fully documented and reviewed annually and continuity.

• Committee openings are posted online and in the weekly Eblast along with Committee volunteer opportunities.

• Weekly Resident Reminders are included in E-Blast to keep homeowners informed community standards.

• Lakewood offers a wide variety of clubs & groups, providing something for every interest and a great way for residents to connect and engage.

Resident Reminders are included in E-Blast to keep homeowners informed about standards.

costs are reviewed monthly to identify savings opportunities.

• Operating costs are reviewed monthly to identify savings opportunities.

Building Trust Through Communication

KEEPING RESIDENTS INFORMED.

• A new Board orientation program was developed to provide a better understanding community operations.

orientation program was developed to provide a better understanding of operations.

• Project updates are now featured in Ripples.

Lakewood Progress Highlights Quarterly Update

Development of a Board member exit interview process is underway to capture improve future governance.

• Board agendas, minutes, presentations, and meeting summaries continue to be published online.

of a Board member exit interview process is underway to capture feedback and governance.

• Staff continue to respond to resident inquiries within one business day.

• Staff strengthened relationships with industry organizations to bring new ideas practices to Lakewood.

strengthened relationships with industry organizations to bring new ideas and best Lakewood.

• Resident surveys continue to guide Board and committee decision-making.

Being Fiscally

Responsible for both short and long-term sustainability Providing high-quality, available and appealing Amenities to PLANNING TODAY FOR LAKEWOOD’S FUTURE.

Fiscally Responsible for both short and long-term sustainability

• New communication features—including How Your Dues Are Used and Did You Know?—help explain Association operations and resources.

TODAY FOR LAKEWOOD’S FUTURE.

• The 2026 Reserve Study is now available on the website.

LOOKING AHEAD

• Improvements were made to the Lakewood Improvements Program (LIP) process proposal forms.

• Northstar software streamlined operations, reducing reliance on third-party programs saving approximately $900 annually.

Implementation of the ENVISION Lakewood Strategic Plan continues as the Board, staff, and committees turn priorities into action. Upcoming efforts include advancing updates.

Reserve Study is now available on the website. were made to the Lakewood Improvements Program (LIP) process and software streamlined operations, reducing reliance on third-party programs and approximately $900 annually.

Thank you for your continued support as we work together to make Lakewood an even better place to live!

high-quality, available and appealing Amenities to residents

MAINTAINING AND ENHANCING THE AMENITIES YOU ENJOY.

• Tennis and pickleball courts were resurfaced.

• Design work has begun for the Oaks Pool improvements.

pickleball courts were resurfaced. has begun for the Oaks Pool improvements.

•

• Boat slip inventory was completed, and resident boat rentals remain strong.

• Resident feedback at the Argyle averages 9.8/10 and is used to continuously improve and amenity experience.

inventory was completed, and resident boat rentals remain strong. feedback at the Argyle averages 9.8/10 and is used to continuously improve the dining experience.

Motorized Scooters & E-Bikes

Scooters, golf carts, e-bikes and motorized bikes are a great way of getting around the neighborhood without having to jump in your car or walk to visit friends, family, or enjoy the amenities around Lakewood. However, there are rules you have to be aware of so you can not only keep yourself safe, but your fellow neighbors as well.

A two- or three-wheeled device with automatic transmission and a maximum speed of 30 mph. They must have a gasoline motor of 50cc or less (producing under 3 brake horsepower) or an electric motor of less than 2,237.1 watts.

A bicycle with a small electric motor (under 750W) that assists the rider up to 20 or 28 mph. with a maximum speed of 20 mph.

A golf cart or low-speed vehicle. NEIGHBORHOOD VEHICLE

MOTORIZED SCOOTER

ELECTRIC BICYCLE (E-BIKE) ELECTRIC SCOOTER (E-SCOOTER)

Despite differences in power and total speed capacity, the different vehicles allowed on city/Lakewood streets share some similar parameters for operation.

1 2 3 4 5

No one may ride bicycles, e-bikes, or scooters on sidewalks or crosswalks within the downtown central business district. On other sidewalks, riders must yield to pedestrians and give an audible signal before passing

required for anyone riding a motorized bicycle or motorized scooter, but encouraged for any e-vehicle or mechanical bicycle or scooter in general.

To operate a Neighborhood Vehicle on public streets, you must possess a valid driver’s license.

To operate either a Motorized Scooter or Bike

• Pass a State of Missouri Motorcycle Inspection.

• Carry minimum liability insurance as required for motorcycles.

• Be operated by someone with a valid motorcycle endorsement on their driver’s license.

It is good practice to assume that, when preparing to cross a street, drivers of automobiles DO NOT SEE YOU. Wait until they have come to a stop before crossing.

Under no circumstances should you operate any micro-mobility vehicle, mechanical bike or scooter on Lakewood amenities anywhere except their respective parking lots. This includes the Cove Pavilion, Shelter Houses, Playgrounds, Athletic Courts, and Athletic Fields. Be aware that penalities are associated with breaking this rule.

everyone to enjoy the wonderful amenities of the neighborhood. By following some guidelines and safe practices, you can and should use your scooters, bikes & carts without worry.

If you have not been receiving our weekly Eblasts to your inbox, and would like to, visit our website at lpoa.com and at the bottom of the Contact page,

Lakewood Info and upcoming events.

Lakewood Clubs

Aquafit/Water Aerobics Club

Water Aerobics Club will continue to meet through the remainder of the pool season. Classes are provided in two sessions: 7:15 and 8:15 a.m. Monday – Saturday. Contact Sylvia Gaitan atsylviagaitan@gmail.com or 816-223-8080 or Tam Asplund at tam.asplund@aol.com or 816-805-6247 for questions.

Bass Fishing Club

Lakewood Lakes Bass Fishing Club: Join our Facebook group or contact Paul Groff at 816-985-3079 or paulgroff89@gmail.com 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

No club meeting in August.

Ladies Club 50+

Friendship, fun, and fabulous 50+ females...this social club engages Lakewood women in a variety of experiences. We meet monthly, but also schedule field trips and special events that reflect member interest. Don’t delay - come join the fun!

For membership and program info, visit our Facebook page: Lakewood Ladies 50+ Club (https://www.facebook.com/ groups/1506479506757670).

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.

Membership Information: lakewoodmomsclub64064@gmail.com Want to hear quickly from someone? Text Angela Brown at 785-845-1429.

Sail & Paddle Club

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 Membership form. The Members Welcome and access passcode will be emailed after signup. Online Payment options: PayPals,

Venmo, Check or Cash.

Stitchers Club

The Lakewood Stichers Club meets every 2nd and 4th 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 info.

Tennis Club

Drop in Tennis

This is an adult program that meets every Thursday evening at the Main courts on Lake Drive. The time is 6:00 p.m. We will have pickup matches and instruction (if requested). So, dust off that racquet and come on down.

If you would like to receive regular e-mails from the 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.

Yoga Club

Yoga has now returned to the Augusta Room for meetings. 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

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Lakewood Resource Directory

ATTORNEY COUNSELOR OF LAW

The Horn Law Firm - 816-795-7500

Douglas Horn

ARCHITECTURAL LANDSCAPING

Royal Creations - 816-825-2524

Andy Wright - RoyalCreationsKC.com

Landscape Design, Construction, & Property Care

BUSINESS & FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP

Alex Monteiro - RevRatel INpowered Franchising - 816-750-5670

CHIROPRACTOR

Lakewood Chiropractic - 816-373-3373

Sara Horn D.C.

CONSTRUCTION

KCPRO Construction & Remodeling (Mannah LLC) - Your trusted local remodeler Kitchen, Bathrooms, Basement, Decks & More

Call today for your FREE quote: 913.202.3033

DECKS

Wood River Construction

Decks Pergolas, Porches, and Railings woodriverkc.com; 816-882-3878

DENTISTRY

Newhouse Periodontics - 816-373-6800

Dr. Nancy Newhouse | NewhousePerio.com

Implant Dentistry • Periodontics • Regeneration

Kirk J. Opdahl DDS | 816-478-3600 www.DentalArtsKC.com

General | Cosmetic | Implant | Restorative

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.

Judgments Awarded

Thomas Crowley II (5328 NE Northgate Crossing)

Joshua & Sheliece Knox (411 NE Medford Dr.)

Laurence & Jane Kopek (205 NE Landings Dr.)

Danielle Siavii (4223 NE Edmonson Ct.)

Donna Bloss (3923 NE Sequoia)

IMPLANT DENTISTRY

Newhouse Periodontics - 816-373-6800

Dr. Nancy Newhouse | NewhousePerio.com

Implant Dentistry • Periodontics • Regeneration

INSURANCE

Kimberly Downey Noble (State Farm)816-833-1180

Bev McFee - 816-525-8558

The Insurance Group

Chris McNair - 816-352-2364

Farmers Insurance

INSURANCE/INVESTMENT

Michael Blau | State Farm | 816-525-2227

LANDSCAPE CONSULTANT

Kaye Vance | 816-729-6420

Ryan Ross | Opulent Outdoors | 816-287-1515

MEDICARE

Drew Morrison - Senior Benefit Services 816-683-2885 — drew.morrison@sbsteam.net

MORTGAGE LENDING

Jeremy Marks | Community Lending of America 913.484.0179 | jmarks@clakc.com https://communitylendingofamerica.com/

ORTHOPEDICS - SPORTS MEDICINEJOINT REPLACEMENT

Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance (KCOA)Blue Springs | KCorthoAlliance.com, 913-319-7600

Dr. KC Doan and Dr. Daniel Reinhardt

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

Full Range Mobile PT - 816-944-3201

Recovery that comes to you! www.fullrangemobilie.com

PLUMBING

Golden’s Plumbing - 816-350-2927 Regal Plumbing - 816-368-1550

Brook Dayley & Zachary Lacy (233 NE Bayview Dr.)

Darin & Dilcia Crull (209 NW Redwood Ct.)

Dana O’Bara (301 NE Dundee Cir.)

Lynda Grieb (233 NE Bayview Drive)

PSYCHOLOGY

Anthony (Tony) Morrison, Ph.D., ADHD/ASD Assessment Services Neurodiversity.clinic

Michele Duckett, PMHNP Anxiety, Depression, BD, ADHD | mduckett1228@gmail.com

REAL ESTATE

Aaron Potter | Alexander-Potter Homes 816-797-8282 | APotter1219@gmail.com

Marcia Wallace - 816-251-1550 (office) Reece & Nichols

Janet Organ | Reece Nichols | 816-210-5713

SPEECH & LANGUAGE THERAPY

Naomi Brunner | Communication Studio 816-598-8646

TRAVEL ADVISOR

www.BlissfulVacations.com

Jackie Waechter - 816-260-8781

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.

Lakewood Resource Directory

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. To discontinue your listing, contact cariann@lpoa.com by the 15th of the month prior to when you want it to top. (i.e.: If you ran a Nov. listing and don’t want it to run in Dec., notify us by Nov. 15.) If notified after the 15th, your listing will run one more month and your account will be charged.

Classifieds

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.com 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.

August Maintenance Update

John Thomas, Maintenance Manager

What a Great Summer! Cheers to our active Community. Here’s what is going on in LPOA Maintenance.

• East and West Lake Marina dock electrical service maintenance

• Main lake and containment pond trash collection

• Common area dead tree removal

• Common ground tree trimming

• Common area lighting maintenance

• Pond aerator repair and maintenance

• Storm drain cleaning

• East and West dam rip rap repair

• Landscaping bed maintenance

• Common ground mowing and trimming

• Common ground irrigation repair and maintenance

• Beach maintenance

• Trash and pet waste station servicing

• Common area and shoreline trash collection

• 23 acre walking trail maintenance

June Community Service Report

• Tennis court and wind screen maintenance

• Marina dock maintenance and repair

• Pleasure and marina dock bumper repair

• Marina and pleasure dock goose waste removal

• Clubhouse maintenance and repair

• Resident work request

• Sports court, ball field and soccer field maintenance

• Swimming pool maintenance

• Pavilion maintenance

• Playground maintenanceand repair

• Common area signage maintenance

Lakewood Improvement Projects

• Main Tennis Court Resurfacing

• West Dam Weir

• New Common Ground Signage Installation

Sean Bachtel, LPOA Director of Community Relations

LPOA Community Services and Security Committee

Summer in Lakewood marches on! Following the 4th of July Festivities organized by our fantastic Activities Committee, there’s still plenty to look forward to in the coming months, on top of enjoying the amenities. As some may already be aware with school being out, there’s been a growing trend of incidences dubbed “teen takeovers”, which are a social media phenomenon occurring in the last several years where large groups of teenagers gather at a location after being alerted on a social media platform. Many of the “teen takeovers” have turned violent and/or resulted in the destruction of private property.

For incidences where you are actively concerned for the safety of yourself, your property, or see the destruction of private property, please always call LSPD first.

The most recent reported incident happened on July 10, 2026, at the Cove Aquatic Center on Lake Drive, and required multiple units from Metro Public Safety and the Lee’s Summit Police Department to respond and disperse the group. Multiple cars fled the scene when Metro Public Safety and the police arrived, which resulted in some cars being damaged and several people being detained by the police. An extensive amount of trash was also left in the parking lot from the incident.

Metro Public Safety, the security company hired by the LPOA this year for roving security services from May to September in the Lakewood community, has quickly responded to each incident and for the first two “teen takeovers,” was able to disperse the crowd without incident. Metro Public Safety has proven themselves to be invaluable to the Lakewood community this summer by promptly responding to potential security and safety incidents.

While we hope this is not a repeated incident in the Lakewood community, if you become aware of a “teen takeover” in the neighborhood, please report it to the Lee’s Summit Police Department at 816-969-7390 and then follow by contacting Lakewood Community Services at 816-373-1500. PLEASE NOTE: For incidences where you are actively concerned for the safety of yourself, your property, or see the destruction of private property, please always call LSPD first. Lakewood Community Services are not able to enforce Lee’s Summit Law, make arrests, or otherwise ‘deal with’ security threats other than requesting Lakewood IDs and asking for those trespassing to leave the premises.

If you have a teenager living in Lakewood, it is important to have an honest conversation discouraging getting involved with any “teen takeovers”—as there are real, legal consequences to participating in one, as well as the risk of injury. As the appointed Security Committee, our goal is to protect all Lakewood residents, teenagers included and encourage safe and smart choices so everyone can enjoy their summer.