2-2024 Beachcomber

Lake Thunderhead Beachcomber

Volume 32 Issue 12 February, 2024

Your Association Needs YOU to Serve!

It is that time of year when Association members are encouraged to participate and run as a candidate for the Board of Directors. Association members will be filling two Board of Directors vacancies and one Election Committee member at the Annual Meeting scheduled for 1:00 pm on the 4th Sunday in May, in Putnam County, Missouri, as per the By-Laws. This year the 4th Sunday is May 26, 2024.

If you are interested in running for the Board or the Election Committee and would like further details, you may contact the Lake Manager, a current Board member, or an Election Committee member. The Declaration of Candidacy form is available at the lake office. The deadline to run for Board of Directors, or the Election Committee, and to submit referendums is April 10, 2024.

In accordance with Article III, Section 8 of the Association ByLaws, the Election Committee will be administering the election of members to the Board of Directors, or the Election Committee, and any referendum by the membership. Any member of the Association who is eligible to exercise voting rights may become a candidate for the Board of Directors or Election Committee. Such members shall declare their intention to be a candidate to the Election Committee in writing on or before April 10th prior to the annual election.

The Elections Committee shall publish and mail to all members of the Association by May 1, 2024, prior to the election a listing of all declared candidates, any

question to be ratified by referendum, an election ballot and a return envelope. The candidates shall be listed on the ballot in alphabetical order, with incumbents identified by an asterisk by their name.

Members shall receive and may vote one ballot for each parcel they own in the Community, as specified in Article II, Section 3, of the By-Laws. To be eligible to vote, the member must have paid all Association assessments then due by close of business, of the Wildflower Community Association Office, the Saturday before the Annual Meeting.

In order to appear on the annual ballot, a referendum must be signed by thirty (30) or more members who are eligible to vote and must be submitted to the Election Committee on or before April 10th. All referendums will be reviewed by the Association attorney before placement on the ballot. All signatures will be verified by the office for eligibility. If you are submitting a referendum, please have members both print and sign their names, and include their lot numbers. Please consider submitting your referendum early. Signatures must be on the final referendum as submitted to the Election Committee. All ballots must be received in the Election Committee post office box by Saturday prior to the Annual Meeting.

Election Committee members are:

Linda Nussbaum (660)341-8725

Patti Kienitz (319)269-1159

Barb Mothershead (641)660-4891

Maggie Jackson (641)895-1376

Send Your Beachcomber news to: unionvillerepublican@mac.com [We would love to get your lake pictures from the Summer to fill the pages and to give us warm thoughts!]

Oh The Weather Outside Is Frightful…

2024 came with a vengeance as ten to twelve inches of snow fell on Lake Thunderhead. While the view was picturesque the -16 - -20 degree temperatures were anything but pleasant. High winds made the temperatures unbearable for most.

Wildflower Community maintenance workers were unable to keep up with the blowing snows and high amount of snow dumped on the roads and were forced to open a single lane in order reach all the residents. The winds were closing the roads about as fast they could be opened up.

Three Positions Open For The May Election

Referendums and Candidate Filings Due April 10th

This May, the members of our Wildflower Community Association will be voting to fill two positions on the Board of Directors and one position on the Election Committee. Now is the time to think about the contribution you can make to our community. If you know someone you think is a good candidate, talk to them about running. Public service is critical to our community life here at Lake Thunderhead.

The Declaration of Candidacy form for the Board of Directors or

Election Committee is available at the office. We welcome your participation.

This is also the time to prepare any referendum to be considered by the membership. To be included on the ballot, the referendum must be signed by thirty or more members who are eligible to vote. The signatures must be printed as well as signed and include lot number (i.e. WB66) for verification by the Election Committee.

Candidates for the Board, or the Election Committee, and any

referendums must be submitted to the Election Committee in writing by April 10, 2024. They may be mailed to: WCA Election Committee, P.O. Box 35, Unionville, MO 63565 or left at the Lake Office.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:

Linda Nussbaum (660) 3418725

Patti Keinitz (319) 269-1159

Barb Mothershead (641) 6604891

Maggie Jackson (641)895-1376

Resolve to make a difference in 2024 Need for volunteers grows as climate crisis brings more frequent, intense disasters

COLUMBIA, MO (Dec. 28, 2023) — As the time for making New Year’s resolutions grows closer, the American Red Cross of Central and Northern Missouri asks you resolve to make a difference and support your community by becoming a volunteer in 2024.

“We’re seeing both the frequency and intensity of disasters increase due to extreme weather,” said Rebecca Gordon, Executive Director, Red Cross of Central and Northern Missouri.

“Across the country, the Red Cross is responding to nearly twice as many large disasters as we did a decade ago to help people. This uptick in responses means we need more volunteers. The need to help has never been greater.” Our volunteers are at the heart of our mission and represent 90% of the Red Cross workforce. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to sign up for opportunities within your local community. You can help people here in Central and Northern

Missouri or you can sign up to support disaster victims in other parts of the country. Your time and talent can make a real difference in people’s lives.

HOW TO HELP

Locally in the Central and Northern Missouri chapter, over 240 people volunteer with the Red Cross. In the last fiscal year, they responded to nearly 200 disasters, assisting over 280 families. Our local volunteers are part of the almost 275,000 volunteers across the country whose

support enables the Red Cross to provide relief and comfort for disaster victims, lifesaving blood products for patients, emergency support for military families and veterans, and much more. Please resolve to help by volunteering in 2024.

DISASTER VOLUNTEERS ─ Some of our most needed disaster-related volunteer Volunteers… …Cont.

Jackson County angler swipes

first state record fish of 2024

Commercial & Residential

Austin Peters ~ 641-856-9988 aprolloffs1@gmail.com

Dennis’

Dennis Cell: 785-294-8059

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulates Jeffrey Needles of Lake Lotawana for catching the first state-record of 2024 – a 12-ounce yellow perch. Needles was using a throwline Jan. 3 when he caught the fish from Lake Lotawana. The previous alternative methods record for yellow perch was a 10-ounce fish caught from a private pond in 2019.

“I’d talked about breaking this record a lot,” said Needles. “We’ve always had yellow perch in Lake Lotawana, and I thought, ‘What if I did a throwline

for alternative records?’ My wife asked me what I was doing that day and I jokingly told her, ‘I’m going out to break the record for yellow perch!’”

Needles said he created a leader at the lake and immediately caught a yellow perch.

“I was very surprised to get one so quickly, so I thought I may be on to something,” he said. “It was about 45 minutes later and I was getting discouraged, and cold, but I caught a second one that looked bigger.”

The fish was a weight Needles was hoping for – the first state record of 2024.

“A big driver was I wanted to get the state

record for yellow perch, and I also wanted to be the first state record of 2024, so I knew I needed to get it done quickly,” he said.

The 12-ounce fish was weighed on a certified scale in Blue Springs.

“I do weekly fishing tournaments with my buddies, and a lot of guys say record perch is in that lake,” Needles noted. “I have friends trying to break the record for pole-and-line, so for me to get the alternative records method is fun. And having my kids there for that moment made it even more special.”

Needles said the perch stayed alive throughout the weighing process, and he later let it go. He plans to have a replica made of his record fish.

Missouri state record fish are recognized in two categories: poleand-line and alternative methods. Alternative methods include: trotline, throwline, limb line, bank line, jug line, gig, bow, crossbow, underwater spearfishing, snagging, snaring, grabbing, or atlatl. For more information on state record fish, visit http:// short.mdc.mo.gov/ZCp.

“Sometimes when the water is quiet, You can almost hear the fish laughing at you!”

Author Unknown.

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STATELINE FIREWOOD

Jeffrey Needles caught a 12-ounce yellow perch from Lake Lotawana Jan. 3.

For Sale

For Sale by Owner

4.87 Acres

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Ranch House w/attached 2 Car Garage and 10x12 Storage Building.

Located in Putnam Co. Call: 660-216-8350

Please contacts us if your address has changed 660-947-2222 or Unionvillerepublican@mac.com

25052 Magnolia Road $650,000 - Listing Agent: Shelly Seaton

This picturesque home offers a blend of modern comfort and natural beauty, making it a dream destination for those seeking tranquility and year-round enjoyment. This property features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and sits on nearly an acre (.99 acres), offering plenty of room for relaxation, recreation, and entertaining. Gorgeous bamboo hardwood and stunning concrete floors seamlessly flow throughout the 2800 square feet of living space. The master shower is a sanctuary in itself, featuring a walk-in design, double shower heads, and a soothing rain sprinkler shower head for an indulgent spa-like experience. A dual-purpose tankless hot water heater efficiently provides heating and domestic water supply, reducing energy consumption and costs. Enjoy the peace of mind of new installations in 2023, including a grinder pump and an outside A/C unit. Embrace the luxury of heated floors in both the basement and garage, allowing you to stay cozy and comfortable in every season. This property boasts a common dock and day parking facilities, ensuring effortless access to the lake for fishing, boating, and water activities. A concrete driveway and Diamond Kote siding not only adds durability to your property but also makes maintenance a breeze, along with a sprinkler system for

25005 Magnolia Road $675,000

Listing Agent: Kris Altiser

You will want to take a look at this Lake Thunderhead home! Located on a large corner lot with views from nearly every window. The home has two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Both of the bathrooms and the kitchen have been remodeled. The bathrooms both have unique custom tile showers and cabinetry, with a freestanding bubble tub with high end finishes. The kitchen has beautiful refinished hardwood floors and cherry cabinets with custom lighting. The home has been painted on the exterior and interior, along with new carpet downstairs and blinds in 2023. The large, flat lot has around 180 ft of shoreline and has been described as one of the best lots on the lake. The home is move in ready for your family to enjoy the lake and view the spectacular sunsets!

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As you pull in the driveway, there is a landing that has been landscaped at the road for more parking. Then as you come down the driveway to additional parking closer to the home, the main entrance has a deck running the full length of the house with a covered roof over the entrance. As you enter the home, an open concept allows for you to see the lake when you step in the door with the large windows on the waterfront side. There are 3 bedrooms on the main level, along with 2 bathrooms.

The stairway takes you to the basement family room area, three more additional bedrooms, and a bathroom that is not completed. There are a few other items left to do in the basement such as trim. Out the basement door you go to a concrete patio and just steps away from the dock and lake time. Included in the sale of the property is the dock, jet ski lift, boat lift and kitchen appliances. The home is approximately 2800 square feet and was built in 2003. The seller is aware that their home is in need of some finishing touches, landscaping, work in the basement, etc.

Christmas Wishes Can Come True

Tree

Lake

All that’s missing is the Santa hat as Larry pulls Torin through the water.

Security Person

Seasonal -Lake Thunderhead

Weekly Pay,occasional overtime, Mileage paid weekly, Cell phone reimbursement

Position Requirements:

·Valid driver's license/proof of insurance

·Calm, polite, and professional behavior.

·Reliable and self-motivated

·Strong customer service skills

·Evenings, weekends, and holidays

This position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our residents by actively monitoring the premises,including patrolling a variety of locations, including on the water.

This position is customer service based, require excellent communication skills, as well as critical thinking with the ability to intervene and deescalate.

To ensure success in this role, the ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate professionalism while still enforcing the security and safety rules of Lake Thunderhead.

Applications being accepted until March 1, 2024.

Apply in person or send resume to: Wildflower Comm.Assoc. 10223 Wildflower Dr. Unionville, MO 63565

Leo’s Marina Bay Restaurant

Come join us Valentine’s Day for our special menu and have a romantic evening! Regular menu will be served until 2pm & only the valentines menu will be available from 4-9pm, no regular menu. We kindly ask if you could please make a reservation so we can have an idea on what to prepare! Message us or call us! We hope to see you dining with us!

“Water is the most essential element in life because without water you can’t fish!”

Volunteers…

…Cont. to pg. 7

roles include:

Disaster Action

Team: Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are smaller disasters like home fires and these are no less devastating to the families affected. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you can help comfort and support people in your community by meeting any immediate needs such as food, shelter, clothing or supplies and connecting them to long term recovery services. We supply all the training you need.

Disaster Recovery

Care: Casework volunteers provide support to people after disasters to help them get back on their feet. This can include providing referrals to other organizations, serving as an advocate, and issuing financial assistance through a special online system. Volunteers are needed to

help both virtually and onsite after disasters.

Disaster Mental Health: Disaster Mental Health volunteers provide mental health support to those impacted by a disaster. To be qualified, you must hold a master’s degree and a current, unencumbered license as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, psychiatrist, school psychologist or school counselor. Current psychiatric nurses with state license as a registered nurse and at least two years’ experience in a psychiatric setting are also qualified, as are retired mental health professionals who were licensed and maintained a license or certification in good standing upon retirement.

BIOMEDICAL SERVICES ─ The Red Cross helps to supply about 40% of the nation’s

blood, and we depend on volunteers to help ensure patients have access to this lifesaving gift.

Blood Donor Ambassador: Volunteer Blood Donor Ambassadors ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. They greet donors, answer questions and thank them for their donation.

Blood Transportation Specialist: Volunteer Transportation Specialists deliver lifesaving blood products from Red Cross distribution facilities to hospitals, using a Red Crossowned vehicle. Typical shifts are about 4 hours. We ask for a commitment of 2-4 shifts per month (or more if you can).

To place an ad in the Beachcomber Call 660-947-2222 or email: Unionvillerepublican@mac.com

MDC encourages homeowners to check their trees for storm damage

Winter weather poses threats to the stability of trees, and damaged trees should be maintained or removed.

KIRKSVILLE, Mo.

– As heavy snowfall has impacted the region recently, trees around northeastern Missouri may be damaged under the weight of the snow or the strength of the wind. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds homeowners to check their

trees for any damage from the recent winter weather.

Storm damage to trees can lead to structural issues with the tree which may pose a threat to your property. Maintaining your trees regularly each winter helps to ensure that any changes to the integrity of a tree are

noticed quickly, and it is important to check on the stability of your trees post-storm.

Foresters with MDC suggest walking your property and searching for damaged trees or branches post-storm. Be sure to check for live power lines before approaching any damaged or downed trees; If there are power lines running through the damaged tree, do not approach the area. Instead, call experts to safely remove the debris.

For trees that are not entirely downed, check how extensive the damage is – if over 50% of the crown of the tree and the root systems are still intact, then the tree is worth saving. Remove any compromised limbs, and do not severely prune the tree as this may weaken the tree.

If you have questions about the integrity of a tree, contact a certified professional arborist. You can also contact your local MDC forester with any questions regarding managing trees on your property. Find a list of local MDC contacts at http://short.mdc. mo.gov/4ok.