Tanglwood Lakes - February/March 2023

Winter Comes to Tanglwood

One must have a mind of winter

To regard the frost and the boughs

Of the pine-trees crusted with snow;

And have been cold a long time

To behold the junipers shagged with ice, The spruces rough in the distant glitter . . . . .

These lines are taken from the poem, “The Snowman” by Wallace Stevens and accurately reflect the experience of living in Tanglwood Lakes in NEPA. As a true four-season community, many of our residents look forward to enjoying the great outdoors during the winter months. Just like boaters in the summer and hunters in the fall, folks will travel and stay in this area looking for skiing, skating, snowboarding, or simply communing with Mother Nature and admiring the transformation that occurs with a snowfall.

A look through the website, Discovernepa.com, reveals many opportunities to explore the area through “Winter Hiking”: WINTER HIKING IN NEPA -

We can all agree on the benefits of outdoor exercise, breathing in fresh air and lots of sunshine and vitamin D but, it seems that oftentimes we curtail these activities during the Winter months. It doesn’t have to be warm to enjoy some of the local spots close to Tanglwood Lakes. Many hikers will agree that these trails are at their most picturesque during the winter months. Source: discovernepa.com and bearfoottheory.com (REI)

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, it’s easy to lose motivation to get outside. It’s not as simple as it is in the warmer months when you can just throw on your shoes and hit the trail. But, with a shift in your mindset and these winter hiking tips, hiking in the winter is actually really fun. It’s a great way to stay active and healthy during the darker months when you might feel inclined to hunker down in front of the tv. Not only will hiking provide physical benefits, like strength, balance, and cardiovascular health, but spending time outside boosts your mood and improves mental health too. So, hiking just might help you combat the winter blues if you get cabin fever. Whether you’re not a winter person or you’re winter’s biggest fan, we want you to feel comfortable getting outside and enjoying all four seasons. So, we put together a complete guide to winter hiking, including gear and tips on how to stay safe and warm on the trail.

GENERAL WINTER HIKING TIPS -

Winter hiking requires some more planning than a regular hiking excursion because you need to take extra safety precautions to combat harsh elements. Here are several important things to be aware of that differ from hiking in other seasons:

• Daylight hours are shorter in winter, so hit the trail early to avoid being out in the dark.

• Winter hiking takes longer than summer hiking – you tend to move slower and encounter more obstacles. Plan accordingly.

102 Tanglwood Drive, Greentown, PA 18426 www.tanglwood.org • Main Office: 570-857-1186

Hours:

The Chalet will be closed on Sundays & Mondays

Tuesday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Saturday: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m

Community Manager

Ralph E. Graf | 570-857-1186 | email: ralphtl@ptd.net

Public Safety

David Miller | 570-857-1186 | Vehicle Phone: 570-241-5022 email: safetyps@ptd.net

Maintenance Supervisor

Darrell Merkel | 570-857-0317 | email: mainttl@ptd.net

Administrative Assistant

Elisabeth Muller | 570-857-1186 | email: bethtl@ptd.net

Accounting

Regina Smith | 570-857-1186 | email: reginatl@ptd.net

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• Over 80 homes have exchanged hands in the last year and a half

• This resulted in many requests for permits as our new residents upgraded their property

• Lessening of the complications of the covid virus saw more and more folks enjoying our amenities

• The fire pit patio area at the beach was officially opened and utilized

• Initiation of a “Welcome Summer” party over Memorial Day weekend

• Continuing successful Gazebo parties – getting better every year!

• The key fob entry system for the beach area and the bath house was greatly appreciated

• The over three-year gathering of votes to make our Covenants last in perpetuity was finally accomplished

• Rewording of a portion of our by-laws pertaining to the Nominating committee and Election to the Board with approval at the May Community Meeting

• Enhancements to the Briarwood Nature Area with educational signage, placement of benches, and planting of new trees obtained through the Pike County Conservation District

• Assessment of Ruffed Grouse Drive resulted in the need to close the entrance at Tanglwood Drive for further engineering consultation

• Wood Chipper Day in the Fall was successful and appreciated by our residents

• Continuation of our sediment removal in Lake Tanglwood through Princeton Hydro

• Repaving of 21 of our roads and cul-de-sac areas

• Outreach by the Welcome Committee to our new residents

• Basketball court area designated a ‘multipurpose’ court to include lines and nets for pickleball, resurfacing, and an 8 ft. fence

• Installation of movable ‘speed-calming’ devices to discourage speeding

Looking back over this past year in Tanglwood Lakes, we had a number of accomplishments:

I want to thank the members of Team for the wonderful holiday decorations. The members take great pride in decorating the amenities for the various holiday. Great job by all! I want to acknowledge the efforts of your Board of Directors and the members who serve on various committees. The success of the community is directly related to committees working with Board of Directors to address any recommendations and issues that need attention.

The winter season started with a significant snowstorm and below freezing temperatures in mid-December. Our staff was well prepared with a stockpile of salt and cinders. The roads were kept open and passable. I want to thank the members for their cooperation in removing their vehicles from the roadway during our plowing efforts. In addition, great job by our staff in addressing the storm. If you should need assistance, please contact the Public Safety Telephone at 570-241-5022.

The Board held their Reorganizational Meeting in January to elect Executive Officers and review committee assignments. Any member interested in serving on a

committee can email the Community Manager with their intention and brief bio. The information will be passed on to the chair of the respective committee for review by the Board of Directors. The attorney for the community will be present at the Reorganizational Meeting to review the role of the Board of Directors and Committees.

I will be meeting with our paving contractor in January to discuss and review the paving program for 2023. I will be working with the Public Works Committee to ensure we stay on course with our paving program. Any funds left over from 2022 will be incorporated into the 2023 program.

We are set for the third phase of sediment removal from Lake Tanglwood. The Environmental Committee will be identifying the areas of withdrawal working with our contractor, Blue Stone. The sediment will be removed through a dredging process and will be dewatered at the Canoe Storage property on Indian Drive. There will be a fourth phase of removal that will be reviewed by the Environmental Committee that will be referred to the Board for review. The budgeted cost for each phase is $150,000.00.

The Paupack Hills Golf Committee

continues to review possible opportunities related to the Golf Course should it become available. The information regarding the meetings will be forthcoming in a letter from the committee to the membership.

Our staff will be lining the newly resurfaced basketball court at the playground for Pickle Ball following the winter. There will be bleachers in place to accommodate the members viewing the games. This area will now be multi-purpose with a Playground, Walking Track, and Basketball and Pickle Ball courts.

The email blast that is sent out from the Chalet provides a variety of information for our members. Beth does a great job keeping the members updated on weather related conditions and happenings in the area that may be of interest. If you have not signed up for the blast, please consider doing so to keep updated on Tanglwood and our side community activities and events by calling the Chalet at 570-857-1186 or by emailing bethtl@ptd.net.

I am working with our insurance broker to finalize the insurance policy for 2023. The current policy will renew in February of 2023. The community

TLCA Annual Volunteer Party

There’s an old adage that states, “love makes the world go round”, but in Tanglwood Lakes, the many committees and volunteer groups are the control panel or heart of our wellfunctioning community. The original planners, through the covenants, by-laws, and rules and regulations, created a sound property owners’ organization that relies on the dedication of its volunteers. From the elected Board of Directors and officers, the Committee chairs and members, the social and subcommittee groups, the Office staff and Community Manager, Safety Officers, and Maintenance Crew, the TLCA family assembles every year for a Volunteer Appreciation Holiday Brunch. This year, as in previous years, the local restaurant, The Dock, was the location on the first Sunday of December. All of our committees were very well represented and appreciated the opportunity to socialize. The Tafton Fire Company Chaplain, Dave Guccini, offered an opening prayer of thanksgiving followed by a welcome and thank you to the Board and committees from President Sandee LaPorte. Mrs. LaPorte remembered some volunteers who we lost in the past year including Rhoda Levine, Kathy Jerge, and Warren Hildebrant. Board Member and 2nd Vice President Bob Burns presented a thank you gift to President LaPorte to show appreciation for her recent service to the community.

has enjoyed an excellent relationship with Univest Insurance both in coverage areas and support staff.

We will be working with a local forester regarding an assessment of the possible impact of Gypsy Moths for next season. We have been fortunate over the last several years that the assessment indicated minor defoliation and no spraying recommended. There are funds set aside in the budget should spraying be necessary. The membership will be informed once we have the survey and the report and recommendations.

Please make sure that you secure a permit prior to starting any work on the outside of your property. The office can assist you in securing a permit to ensure compliance with our Rules and Regulations.

Respectfully,

Ralph E Graf, Community Manager

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TANGLWOOD HAPPENINGS

Veterans Day in Tanglwood

Thank you to the Wallenpaupack Vets for Vets who held a gathering on November 11 at the Community Center in honor of our veterans. Veterans Day, originally designated as Armistice Day to be observed at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in commemoration of the ending of the conflict termed the ‘War to End all Wars’ and later World War II, is a significant date on the calendar in the United States. The Vets for Vets used this occasion to present the Tafton Fire Department with fifty (50) gas cards to be given to their firefighters and dive team members in appreciation for all they do for our local communities throughout the entire year. Their selfless dedication to volunteerism is indispensable. The Wallenpaupack Vets for Vets whose major fundraiser is the annual golf tournament which provides funds through golf participation, sponsorships and donations from the community is very proud to serve our local veterans and first responders. Keep your eyes open for the ‘save the date’ reminder of this year’s golf outing. You’ll want to sign up early!

Updates from the Entertainment & Recreation Committee

Take a look at the changes to our basketball court area. In response to the ever-growing popularity of racket sports such as pickleball, the court has been resurfaced, new baskets attached and an 8 foot fence installed in anticipation of it becoming a multipurpose court to be lined for pickleball. The fencing will also create a barrier for errant basketball shots from rolling down the hill to the creek.

CODE ENFORCEMENT

CORNER

From the end of September until the end of December, the following permits have been issued:

1 deck installation

6 driveway paving permits

2 firepit permits

1 garage installation

5 landscaping permits

14 permits for minor repairs

4 painting permits

10 roofing permits

1 shed installation

2 septic repairs

1 tree planting permit

19 tree removal permits

40 winter storage permits

If you have any questions about projects you’d like to do, please feel free to call Georges at 570 857 1186. The general rule of thumb is that if you want to do anything to the outside of your home, chances are you will need a permit.

Permit applications may be found on our website (tanglwood.org), or you may stop by or call the office to pick up a permit application. Applications may also be emailed to you if that is more convenient.

PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT 09/17/22 – 12/16/22

1. Miles patrolled by Car 1: 5,929 Car 2: 4,974

Total Miles: 8,903

Car 1 Mileage – 56,484 total miles

Car 2 Mileage – 36,129 total miles

2. Service Calls: 228

3. Incident Reports: 9

4. Two Citations: Overnight Parking and Failure to Comply

5. Warnings: 5 - Tents on property

6. Medical calls: 7

7. Fire calls: 1

Public Safety Hours

Monday thru Wednesday 7:00am - 11:00pm Thursday thru Sunday 7:00am - 1:00am

To report an incident, call 570-241-5022 For Emergencies, dial 911

In Loving Memory of Rhoda Levine

Rhoda A. (Schrager) Levine passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 29, 1939, to the late Freda and David Schrager. In 1959, Rhoda married her true love, Ed Levine. They had two children whom they raised in Saddle Brook, NJ. While raising her family, Rhoda worked as a librarian and video store owner.

Rhoda and Ed moved to the Greentown community in 2002 where she quickly became involved in volunteering, including the Tanglwoolies and the Tanglwood Entertainment Committee. Her friendships quickly grew through her engagement in mah jongg, canasta, tai chi and outings with “the girls”. Rhoda cherished her time with friends.

In Loving Memory of Warren Hildebrandt

On September 21, 2022, my wonderful husband, Warren Hildebrandt, passed away. He was a loving husband to me and a wonderful father to his three children

Debra, Douglas and Brad.

He served in the Marine Corps – boot camp in Parris Island and then to Camp LeJeune, where he drank (unknown to him) contaminated water. In 2010 he began to show signs of Parkinsons with Lewy Body dementia. My children and I had to place him in Gino Merle Veteran’s Home in Scranton.

Her greatest passion, however, would always be her family, especially her loving and devoted husband whom she had met at age 12. Rhoda is survived by her husband of 63 years, Ed Levine, her son Glen Levine and his wife Glenis of Sewickley, PA, and daughter Jill Duffy and her husband Jim of Hawley, PA. She was a cherished grandmother of Justin, Jordan, Anya and Mishon. She is also survived by her brother Gary Schrager and his wife Marcia of Boca Raton, Fla., and was beloved by many nieces and nephews.

We were married sixtythree years. After he served in the Marine Corps, he became a NJ State Trooper. I received such wonderful calls from troopers he trained and worked with –stories he never revealed to me. I am so proud of him. Thank you to everyone who knew of his passing and sent flowers and cards.

Judy Hildebrandt

Tanglwood Cares

Just another way that Tanglwood deserves its reputation as a “Premier” Community is the way we help our neighbors. In addition to the “unofficial” way we respond by helping our TLCA neighbors when in need, we also reach out to our external neighbors in many ways.

LOAVES & FISHES FOOD PANTRY

For many years now the community has supported the Loaves and Fishes food pantry at the Paupack United Methodist Church on Rt. 507. Our residents provide food and funds each month to support those families in need that are served by the Loaves and Fishes team. The collection boxes and baskets located at the Chalet Office are always overflowing year-round, and the pantry team is always extremely grateful for our support. The donations are delivered by TLCA volunteers on the first Friday of each month.

TANGLWOOLIES

The amazing Tanglwoolies work year ‘round to use their gifts baking, knitting and crocheting to raise money and make direct gift contributions to the Ronald McDonald House and local hospitals. This “ministry” has been active in TLCA for many years! It’s a wonderful social sharing opportunity for our residents. Additionally, the Tanglwoolies have made gifts for our children’s parties.

WALLENPAUPACK VETS FOR VETS

The Wallenpaupack Vets for Vets helps local Veterans and First Responders in need by running events to raise funds needed to provide short-term financial help. Their fundraising is highlighted by an always terrific golf event in the summer. Now seven years in existence, this team has raised and distributed funds to assist deserving military personnel and first responders and their families.

These groups would welcome new volunteers. Call the TLCA Office for contact information at 570-857-1186.

To all Tanglwoolies and Vets for Vets volunteers and those unnamed residents who don’t hesitate to help your neighbors, we offer our appreciation for your service and demonstrating how “Tanglwood Cares”

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

February & March 2023

MEETINGS:

• TLCA Board: 3rd Saturday of the Month, 9 am, Community Center No Meeting in December

• Public Safety Committee: Friday before the Board meeting, 1 pm, Community Center

• Environmental Management Committee: 1st Tuesday of the Month, 10am, at the Chalet

• Budget & Finance: Wednesday before Board meeting, 10:30am, at the Chalet

• Public Works & Code Enforcement: 2nd Saturday of the month, 9 am and 10 am at the Community Center

ACTIVITIES:

• Bridge: Tuesday, 9 am, Community Ctr.

• Tanglwoolies: Wednesday, 10:00 am Community Center

• Tai Chi: Monday & Wednesday, 1:30 pm, Community Center

• Mahjong: Thursday, 6:30 pm, Community Center

• Men’s Cards: Tuesday, 6:30 pm, Community Center

• Food Pantry Collection: Loaves & Fishes - 1st Friday of the Month

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

• February 18, 2023Board Meeting - 9AM at the Community Center

• March 18, 2023 - Board Meeting - 9AM at the Community Center

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• Technological devices tend to malfunction in cold temperatures, so bring extra

• batteries/battery packs. Don’t rely on your phone.

• Snowpack can hide the trail and trail markers making it easier to get lost. Pay attention and know how to use a map.

• Exercising in winter burns more calories, so you need to stay nourished. This will keep you warm, too.

• Dehydration expedites the onset of hypothermia, so stay hydrated. If you feel thirsty, you’re already dehydrated.

WHERE TO GO FOR WINTER HIKES:

Briarwood Trail – Tanglwood’s own Nature

Preserve: Located on Tanglwood Drive across from the Playground and bordered by Rosewood and Briarwood Drives. Within the 34 acres of the area is a winding one-mile hiking trail with a number of benches along the way. A swiftflowing stream runs through the center of the preserve and the two footbridges allow you to stop and sometimes glimpse the beaver lodges,

view deer getting a drink, other native animal habitats, or a variety of flora commonly found in the ponds, meadows, and woodlands of Northeast Pennsylvania.

D & H Rail Trail – Enjoy the tranquil scenery along the rolling Lackawanna River. Hike along snow covered meadows, small towns, riverfront forests and expansive rural landscapes. This 38-mile trail makes its way from Carbondale to the New York Border with plenty of NEPA history along the way. This 38-mile recreational trail stretches from Carbondale to the New York border following the old Delaware and Hudson railroad line. It runs along the scenic Lackawanna River to the Stillwater Dam where it continues to wind through rural Wayne and Susquehanna Counties. The trail offers plenty of opportunities to view wildlife and to stop for some historical sightseeing. The trail terrain is made up of ballast, cinder and hard-packed dirt and is mostly used for hiking, running and biking. Some sections of the trail are open to horseback and snow mobiles. On the D&H RailTrail, you can explore an integral part of NEPA’s railroad and coal mining history. Be sure to stop in the welcoming small towns and villages along the way.

Lake Wallenpaupack Trail – Lake Wallenpaupack Trail is a 2.6 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Hawley, Pennsylvania that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, trail running, and nature trips and is accessible year-round. Parking is available by the Visitor’s Center off of Route 6.

Shuman Point Hiking Trail – Purdytown Turnpike, Lakeville, Pa (www.uncoveringpa.com)

Lacawac Sanctuary – Lake Ariel, PA, considered a beautiful hiking trail

Little Falls Trail – hiking area in Greentown, PA – A great trail along a small stream Ledgedale Natural Area in Greentown.

Promised Land State Park – Rt 390, Greentown, PA has many walking trails.

Cobey Pond Trail – hiking area in Hawley, PA in Lackawaxen Township

Varden Conservation Area – a nature preserve in Lake Ariel with many undisturbed trails. Some of these trails are also groomed for cross country skiing. Find all the details on www. discovernepa.com and enjoy the winter months.

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TLCA Committees

Goings On from the Entertainment & Recreation Committee

The last few months have been busy ones for the Entertainment and Recreation Committee. Fall into Winter brought the Fall Social, The Santa Claus Parade and Family Party, The Annual Cookie Exchange, and the Holiday Decorating Contest.

ANNUAL COOKIE EXCHANGE

This social event is one of the longtime favorite traditions with our residents. The Community Center provided the setting on December 9. Tastefully decorated by the TEAM group and the Entertainment Committee, the evening supplied a relaxing and enjoyable gathering for the participants. A sampling of delicious cookies and an opportunity to take home a few dozen along with some valued door prizes comprised the evening. Beverages included a sherbet fruit punch, coffee, and tea. Sighted in the group were a few of Santa’s stray reindeer.

SANTA CLAUS COMES TO TANGLWOOD

The first Saturday of December on a rainy but not-quite-foggyenough for Rudolph day brought Santa Claus to Tanglwood Lakes escorted by the merry elves from Tafton Fire Company. Just after 10 am the entourage left the Community Center Station, horns blaring and lights flashing to travel through our roads to the delight of young and old. By 11 am Santa had finished his tour and returned to greet the families and hear some wish list items whispered in his ear. The Entertainment & Recreation Committee supplied mini French toast sticks, juice boxes, and other assorted goodies.

Chalet Mortgage

Starting around 2015 the Board of Directors initiated a study of our community offices, The Chalet. The building that stood at our route 507 entrance had been constructed when the community was in its infancy and designed to be a sales office. The Board study determined that the building was in poor condition structurally and not at all energy efficient. In August of 2015 an informational meeting of the membership was held to present the findings and propose demolition and a replacement. Following that meeting ballots were sent out, returned, and the project was given the go-ahead by an overwhelming (80+%) vote on September 19, 2015. Part of the approval included adding mortgage payments to our annual expenses. During these past seven years the economy has had its ups and downs and recent inflationary conditions have created a major increase in mortgage rates. Therefore, at the November 2022 meeting the Board of Directors approved paying off the remaining Chalet mortgage balance of $227,461.00 as the adjustable interest rate has nearly doubled, going from 3.5% to 7.5%.

APPROVED – MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 BOARD MEETING

The meeting was called to order by President Sandra LaPorte at 9:30 am. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Also present were 1st Vice President Mark Ossont, 2nd vice President Robert Burns, Treasurer Bill Vaccaro, Vinny Budd, Bob Russo and Grace Zoccali. Administrative Assistant Elisabeth Muller was also present; Community Manager Ralph Graf called in.

Motion by: Grace Zoccali

Second by: Bill Vaccaro

To approve the minutes of the August 2022 Board meeting, August Executive Session and emergency meeting minutes. The motion passed unanimously. Treasurer’s Report, Bill Vaccaro:

2022

for

in August is $ 76,043. Large expenditures include: $8,385 for Marina

$7,303 for Insurance, $3,740 for Beach Lighting, $1,575 for Legal fees, $1,994 for gasoline.

Reserve Spending: $1,759 for Lake Tanglwood, $2,000 Chalet mortgage, $1,125 Kubota loan.

New Capital Spending: $15,630 for Maintenance Building. Deposit of $11,544 to CIF account.

Motion by: Mark Ossont

Second by: Robert Burns

To approve the Treasurer’s report. The motion passed unanimously.

Community Manager’s Report, Ralph Graf:

As we close out another successful summer season, J want to thank the staff, Board, Committees, and the membership for their cooperation. The Semi-Annual Meeting of the membership will be held at the Community Center on October 15, 2022. The election results for positions on the Board of Directors will be verified at that time. The members have until gam on the date of the meeting to vote for the candidates of their choice. There will be four candidates elected to the Board this year. The successful candidates will officially be on the Board as of January 1, 2023. Once the Board sits at the January meeting, the directors will elect the corporate officers for the community. The officers are President, First Vice President, Second Vice President, and Treasurer. The First Vice President assumes the duties of Corporate Secretary for the community. The responsibility for each office is identified in the bylaws in Article X. If you did not receive a ballot, please contact the Chalet.

There were new Consolidated Rules that were adopted by the Board this past year. Rule [004] Authority. This rule change provides authority for an authorized representative of TLCA, including Public Safety, access to a member’s property. [Approved by the Board February 2022.] The Rules, Regulations, Building Code and Covenants require the Board of Directors to promulgate such rules, regulations and building codes for the general benefit of the community. Authorized representatives of TLCA including Public Safety, Code Enforcement Officer, and community committee members, are authorized to enter upon a member’s property in connection with conducting safety checks and assuring compliance with the Rules Regulations, Building Codes and CC&Rs.

In [Rule 205] it states the use of the Boat Ramp in Lake Wallenpaupack is for TLCA boat owners and their guests [approved June 2022].

The maintenance staff will be working on repairing canoe storage racks at the Indian Drive Storage facility. We are requesting that members who have canoes at the storage facility remove their canoes by October 15, 2022, so that staff can make the necessary repairs to the racks and prep the property for the next season. We appreciate your cooperation. The maintenance staff is prepping the equipment for the upcoming winter season. We have built up our supply of salt and cinders. We anticipate removing the docks on Lake Wallenpaupack around October 15, 2022. As we approach the date, we will send an email blast to the membership.

We continue to receive requests for permits for new homes and home improvements to the exterior of properties. There are many new members of the community who purchased homes this past year. Please note that a survey is required on a member’s property for structural improvements that increases the size of the footprint of the existing structure including additions, decks, sheds, garages, new and/or existing driveways, etc. The survey will ensure that any new construction conforms to setbacks and is not encroaching on a neighboring property. The management and the Board continue to stress the importance of voting to extend the Restrictive Covenants. We are approximately 30 votes away from the approval. The Board has stressed the importance of extending the Restrictive Covenants for the past two years. The threshold for the vote to pass is a ‘yes’ vote from 67 percent of the members entitled to vote. The covenants are the most important document that governs the community; it provides the authority to operate as a community. The covenants will expire in 2043 without the necessary number of votes to extend them. To protect your property values, a ‘yes’ vote is requested. If you have not voted, please contact the Chalet for a ballot. The concern is that if not extended, the expiration date will start to show up in Title Searches. The bottom line is that without the Restrictive Covenants in place, the community cannot continue to operate providing essential services, snow plowing,

trash removal, road paving, installing the docks, collecting dues and all the functions necessary to provide the level of service required to keep Tanglwood a viable community.

There is nothing further to report regarding the Pocono Lake Front Development. The developer has been working with contractors on the construction of the sewage treatment plant to service this development. We will be notified by the township should there be any meetings regarding this proposed development that includes four seven story towers on the former White Beauty View property overlooking Lake Wallenpaupack. In addition, the plans call for approximately 200 home sites on the upper portion of the property bordering Tanglwood Lakes. We will naturally keep the membership informed as the approval / review process moves forward.

I know members have expressed concerns regarding the PPH Golf Course. A committee has been established consisting of three Board members for the purpose of meeting with the ownership of the golf course as it relates to removal of the building that has been totaled by a fire and plans for the future. Once more information becomes available it will be communicated to the membership. Respectfully,

Ralph E Graf, Community Manager

Robert Burns: We’d like to convert the courts at the ballfield into multi-purpose courts for pickleball, badminton, etc. I’m requesting a variance for $2000.34 to convert the courts.

Motion by: Vinny Budd

Second by: Bill Vaccaro

To approve a variance in the amount of $2000.34 to convert the basketball courts at the ballfield into multi-purpose courts. The motion passed unanimously.

2023 PROPOSED NEW CAPITAL BUDGET

Street Broom $10,000

Post Hole digger $2,000

Traffic Signs & Cameras $13,200

TOTAL PROPOSED NEW CAPITAL BUDGET $25,200

2023 PROPOSED CAPITAL RESERVE BUDGET

Paving $300,000

Lake Tanglwood Aeration $30,000 Kubota Loan $13,500

Chalet Mortgage $ 24,000

Lake Tanglwood Funds $150,000

Lake Tanglwood Trach Rack & Pipe for Bypass $125,000

TOTAL PROPOSED CAPITAL RESERVE BUDGET $642,500

Motion by: Bill Vaccaro

Second by: Vinny Budd

To approve the 2023 Operating Budget. The motion passed unanimously.

Committee Reports:

Budget & Finance, Bill Vaccaro:

The committee reviewed the August financials; there are no areas of concern.

There is still no resolution on sharing beach costs with Tanglwood North. A $13,000 contribution is in the budget for 2023.

The waste and recycling billing is being corrected. No payments were made in August pending corrections.

Actual costs for gypsy moth spraying and Ruffed Grouse paving are yet to be determined but are estimated in the 2023 budget.

A proposal to pay off the remaining balance of the mortgage on the chalet is not recommended by the committee at this time.

Bylaws & Legal, Rick Gaines:

We need about 25 more votes to make the restrictive covenants permanent.

Communications & Marketing, Tina Budd:

We are waiting on the first proof of the newsletter. It will be mailed out the end of the month. We continue to update the website.

Grace Zoccali: I just want to remind everyone that the Facebook page is not a TLCA-sponsored page. If you have any questions, go to the source and call the office.

Entertainment & Recreation, Robert Burns:

The committee is meeting on the 24th.

Environmental Management, Vinny Budd:

We will be receiving 29 trees through the Pike County Conservation District.

Nominating, Bill Vaccaro:

Ballots are due by 9:00 am on October 15th, the day of the Membership Meeting. At the conclusion of today’s meeting, there will be a Meet the Candidates session.

Public Safety, Bob Russo:

There was no meeting this month. Please keep in mind that for the key fobs to work in other areas of TLCA, internet access is needed, which means Blue Ridge Cable.

Public Works, Mark Ossont:

We are starting to prepare for winter. We have all the salt and cinders we need. Equipment is being prepared for the winter, too.

I’d like to go over some guidelines for the woodchipper: 12” branches only. The service will be available only to TLCA residents. Don’t leave any material there, don’t dump material early and don’t leave anything out for maintenance to pick up. Residents may pick up the mulch for free. The rain date is October 8th.

We are going to make Ruffed Grouse Drive a dead-end street to reduce the amount of traffic on the road. A gate and signs will be put up. This will not be an added expense for the community. We plan on doing this in early November, once the hump is fixed.

Ad-hoc Marina, Bill Vaccaro: Boats need to be removed from the do cks by October 15th.

Ad hoc Beach, Grace Zoccali: No report.

Paupack Hills Liaison Group, Grace Zoccali:

We are in the process of fact-finding. The Board is doing its due diligence to protect the value of Tanglwood Lakes’ property owners.

Motion by: Mark Ossont

Second by: Grace Zoccali

To adjourn the Board meeting at 10:10 am. The motion passes unanimously.

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J Del Grippo, lot 609: Where will people turn around once they’re on Ruffed Grouse and realize it’s a dead end? In my driveway?

M Ossont: There will be a gate and signs to let people know it’s a dead end before they turn onto the road. The gat will be between your home and Steve’s.

J Del Grippo: So how will people turn around?

M Romo, lot 751: If I see signs that say, “Do not enter”, I go right through them. Would it be possible to make a turn-around area?

J Skulsky, lot 38: Getting to the garbage area could be a problem. Would it be possible to make a path for golf carts? They weigh much less than cars.

M Ossont: The committee’s consensus is that we should keep carts and cars off the road as much

as possible.

J Skulsky: What about Ruffed Grouse being a snow emergency route?

M Ossont: The gate can be unlocked in emergency situations.

S Morgan, lot 558R: People often speed on Grasshopper. Would it be possible to put signs up on the street to tell people to slow down?

Board: Yes.

B Morgan, lot 558R: How will trucks access the road? You may need to contact emergency services before the gate is installed to let them know Ruffed Grouse will be a dead end.

J Obert, lot 808: How about putting a bridge that spans the hump?

M Ossont: There is no base to the road, which is why it’s sinking. It would be hard to install pylons and a bridge with no base.

R Gaines, lot 913: We had an engineer in ten or twelve years ago to try to fix this problem, and we were told there is no solution. The mountain is sliding down the hill.

C Lindberg, lot 267: Could we address this situation at a special meeting?

K Hebel, lot 959: I see there is no report today about the Pocono Resort. Is there any information from the planning board?

R Graf: We can request and get a copy of the transcript from the township.

K Hebel: The waste-water treatment plant – where is the outflow going to go? We may lose our ability to use the lake.

R Graf: I will call the township and ask for all relevant documents.

K Hebel: Regarding the golf course – this is our third or fourth go-around with this. It’s a mergers and acquisitions issue. Do you have a management company in mind?

S LaPorte: We’ve requested the information but have not received it.

K Hebel: Can you give me the name of the management company? There needs to be a management company looking into this.

R Gaines: There are people here with M & A experience. Once we get the information we need, the Board needs to do an analysis.

C Lindberg: Is the golf course really for sale?

B Russo: We asked for information to do our due diligence, but we didn’t receive it. We don’t know for sure if it’s for sale.

R Gaines: We have sixty days to get an evaluation of the golf course; we have the Right of First Refusal. We have attorneys and individuals with M & A backgrounds. A budget of 3 ½ million in 2009 budget ???

B Packer, lot 208: I’ve been involved with six or seven M & As. I would not release any notes to anyone. You really have no rights though you have the Right of First Refusal – all you have is a choice – match or don’t match. You need a good ninety days to make a good decision.

S LaPorte: Vinnie Polise does not have to give us any information.

J Skulsky: Vinnie Polise is not sharing information with us because he is not looking to sell. We have sixty days to do our due diligence and got o the community to get approval. I think the Board needs a different plan.

Board: Sixty days from the date of the contract signed by him and the interested party.

Lot 190: Now is the time to hire a consultant. It would be money well spent.

S LaPorte: We have requested the information we need. Polise is not giving it to us.

M Romo: We should go to the township.

Board: The township does not have the information.

J Shade, lot 26R: What would we accept if we buy the golf course or if someone else buys it? What are the community’s concerns?

R Burns: That is why we formed a committee to deal with this issue.

D Cutchall, lot 1065R: We should hire a consultant prior to an offer being made.

A Fallon, lot 653: This is off topic, but at the beach, people can get hurt by the stones that are by the shoreline.

P Stoll, lot 13: Is there anything in the covenants that states that the building must be razed?

Board: That’s the township’s ordinance.

V Budd: Polise has a permit to start demolition October 1st. He paid the taxes, so the course is off the sheriff sale.

J Musuraca, lot 249: Are there any plans with the building itself?

Board: No.

The public portion was adjourned at 10:55 am to move on to the Meet the Candidates session.

Respectfully submitted, Elisabeth Muller, Admin. Asst.

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