The Hideabout June 2023

Photo by: Lisa Green

FROM MICHAEL TERRANOVA

Board President’s Message

Let's all gear up for the upcoming season here at The Hideout. Our staff has been hard at work getting ready to open all amenities. So far, we are slightly ahead of schedule in doing so.

I myself am excited to see the new Tiki Bar at the Main Beach. This bar will now seat 19 members and guests, as opposed to the old one with limited seating. Our Food & Beverage Manager, Assistant Manager, and Human Resources Manager have worked diligently to increase the staff at The Tiki Bar. This will allow this amenity to increase its operating hours. We are always looking for qualified personnel to come on board, not only for Food & Beverage but for all amenities. If you or anyone you know is looking for seasonal work, please contact the POA Office and our Human Resources Manager.

We have been planning a renovation of the Main Gate entrance to The Hideout for several years, and PennDot has delayed us for several reasons. The first is that The Hideout did not have a current H.O.P. Highway Occupancy Permit, and only a permit was issued in 1970 for the construction of the development. We have discovered that the North Gate also did not have a current H.O.P. We are at the mercy of PennDot, and they have deemed it necessary to renovate the North Gate to obtain a H.O.P.

We will not be able to proceed with the Main Gate project until the North Gate has been completed. A second

reason was it took PennDot several years to determine if route 590 should have a traffic signal or a turn lane to access The Hideout. It was finally decided that a turn lane would be safer and more beneficial to the members entering and exiting The Hideout. Needless to say, this project will be costly.

Thanks to Larry Frotten, our Community Manager, and his staff. Especially our Finance Manager, Debra Tramantano, and the budget committee. A plan was devised to spread the project over several years; therefore, it will not significantly impact our members. Thanks to all for a job well done.

I recently spoke with Jim McMahon of Liberty Tower about our cellular tower plan. Jim assured me that he and his staff are hard at work and communicating with every major cellular supplier. Unfortunately, no suppliers are moving forward with new projects due to the current economy. I am hoping that we will hear good news in the near future.

As always, please be kind to our staff while performing their jobs. Please be kind to one another, and help another member in need. A little kindness goes a long way. ■

For more information on Committee & Board of Directors Meetings, please visit the Event Calendar on The Hideout website. Sign in at: www.hideoutassoc.com and find the calendar under "Member Central."

FROM LARRY FROTTEN

Community Manager’s Message

Dear Members and Staff,

The month of June is upon us, and the warmth of summer will arrive any day now. We encourage you to take full advantage of the diverse recreational opportunities that The Hideout offers during the summer months. We are excited about the new Tiki Bar and hope you enjoy the new and improved amenity. Our pools, beaches, and lakes are open. Camps begin at the end of this month and run through August. The Nubia Malkin Art Center offers many opportunities for creative activities, including ceramics, stained glass, and quilting classes. If you are interested in becoming a Woodworkers member, please contact the Recreation Department at (570) 698-4100, ext. 160, Monday-Saturday 8am-5pm. Watch for “Recreation Upcoming Events” emails for information about Bingo, Concerts on the Hill, Flea Market, Sports Tournaments, and much more! Participating in our community events is a great way to meet your neighbors and make new friends!

This is the time of year when the Board of Directors election cycle begins. Directors volunteer a significant amount of their time, contributing their diverse talents and experience for the betterment of our community. On Saturday, June 24th at 11am, the Nominating Committee will host an Ice Cream Social at Roamingwood Park (in the event of rain, it will be held at the Ski Hill Lodge). This is an opportunity for you to gain an

understanding of each candidate’s qualifications and find out how each candidate plans to bring value to our Board.

At this point, we are all aware of the excessive speeding in The Hideout. The Board has recently approved the purchase of new radar trailers and camera equipment capable of capturing license plates. Citations will be issued to Members and Guests for speeding infractions. Equipping our Public Safety officers with tasers has also been approved by the Board. Tasers will add another level of protection for our Members and staff.

Our staff is dedicated to providing first-rate services to our Members. At this time, we have a few open positions for Badge Checkers at our beaches and pools and in Boat Patrol. If you or anyone you know is looking for seasonal parttime employment, please apply at www. hideoutassoc.com/Employment or contact our Human Resources Department at (570) 630-3705 Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.

Thank you for your patience as we continue to address areas in need of stormwater remediation. Enjoy the warm weather, and stay safe!

Best regards, Larry Frotten ■

There are QR codes at the Main and North gates for The Hideabout Newspaper and The Hideabout Extra

So, please let your friends and family know that when they stop at the gate to get their pass, if they scan the QR codes with their smart phones they will have easy assess to our monthly and bi-monthly publications.

THANK YOU!

FROM DENNIS POLHAMUS , FACILITIES MANAGER Facilities Corner

Summer is here, and The Hideout is ready to kick this season off.

The Public Works Dept has been very busy getting the community ready for the summer season. All of the parks and outdoor Amenities are open, and the beaches and pools look great. The crew always goes above and beyond to prepare these amenities, even with other projects on their to-do list.

The New Tiki bar is open and ready to serve our members cold drinks and great food. This project took a few months to complete, but our members will be pleased with the new look and increased bar size. This new Tiki bar seats 19 around the bar, and we also have additional table seating. The new restrooms will also be beneficial.

The road crew has been working on stormwater remediation as well as performing tasks at the Golf Course and Ski Hill. Stormwater has been our focus over the last few years, and with the work we have completed, we have reduced the number of issues within The Hideout and a reduction in member lot issues. Any member with a stormwater issue can call my office at EXT 136 or email dpolhamus@thehideout.us. Members can also contact Craig Rafaniello at Ext 132 or email crafaniello@thehideout.us

The Nubia Malkin Art Center interior renovations have been completed, and members will notice a significant change in appearance. Our Public Works Dept completed this work and did an amazing job.

The Ski Hill is undergoing some renovations to add an additional skiing lane, and we are expanding the snow tube run to 12 lanes, allowing more members to enjoy snow tubing.

Public Safety Corner

PennDOT and the Bridge Dept are still reviewing the Main Gate Project, and we anticipate a decision to approve our plans soon. Once we get this approval, we will begin to bid out this project to start later this year. The Northgate Project has been awarded to Columbia Excavating, and we will start this project after Labor Day weekend. The Northgate Project will consist of removing and replacing all the center islands, Gates and enhancing the entrance to both the north and south sides. This project will also include repaving both entrances and rerouting traffic from the North Gate parking lot to prevent accidents.

Trash and recycling will continue to operate Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m., and Saturday and Sundays, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Bulk Garbage will also continue to operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Members in good standing can pick up their Bulk Passes from the POA office Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Questions regarding Bulk Garbage can be answered by calling ext. 136 or emailing dpolhamus@thehideout.us

The Clubhouse landscaping was completed, and the new appearance really enhances the look of the Clubhouse. The Public Works Dept spent some time addressing some cosmetic issues on the interior and exterior. The Clubhouse Deck is in the planning stages to be replaced, and this is a project we will be working on in the fall. The concrete repairs were awarded, and these repairs should be completed by the end of June. ■

FROM JOHN BOANDL, RECREATION MANAGER Recreation Corner

Greetings, I hope that everyone had a great spring.

Finally, summer is upon us. We look forward to getting the pools and beaches open.

The first day of the sport camps signups is June 2nd.

The sports camp schedule is listed below:

-Basketball camp 6/26-6/30

-Baseball camp 7/24-7/28

-Soccer camp 8/7-8/11

-Pickleball camp 7/17-7/21

-Pickleball camp 8/14-8/18

Please keep a look out via social media platforms and email blasts for all of our summer events.

We look forward to getting our Concert on the Hill series started Saturday, June 10th, with KARTUNE. The concert will take place on the Ski Hill and start at 6 p.m. Can’t wait to see you there.

The second concert on the hill will be on August 19th featuring Nowhere Slow.

We will be offering Lifeguard training and certification classes on June 22nd, June 23rd, July 13th, and July 14th.

If you are interested in taking one of the classes, please call Recreation (570-630-3733) for more information. This is a Red Cross affiliated course, and we offer full certifications, re-certifications, and waterfront certifications.

Just a friendly reminder to make sure you register your power and non-power boats with Recreation.

If you have any questions about how this process works, please call Recreation, and we will be happy to answer them for you.

We have recently noticed that there are many people using E-bikes in The Hideout. It has also been brought to our attention that children have also been observed riding E-bikes. Therefore we felt a little research into the use of E-bikes in Pennsylvania was warranted.

Listed below is what we found out.

Classifying E-bikes in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, E-bikes are classified into three classes, each with regulations.

• Class 1 E-bikes provide pedal assistance up to 20 mph and are equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling.

• Class 2 E-bikes also provide pedal assistance up to 20 mph but are equipped with a throttle that can activate the motor without pedaling.

• Class 3 E-bikes provide pedal assistance up to 28 mph and are equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling.

Registration and Licensing Requirements

Pennsylvania does not require E-bikes to be registered, but riders must have a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit to operate an ebike. Additionally, riders under 16 must wear a helmet while riding.

E-bikes are allowed on bike paths but not on sidewalks or pedestrian walkways. It is important to note that bikes are

Citation Enforcement

allowed on bike paths but not on natural surface trails.

Maximum Speed Limitations

E-bikes in Pennsylvania are limited to 20 mph in classes 1 and 2 and 28 mph in class 3. Additionally, riders are prohibited from using their E-bike to exceed posted speed limits.

Motor Power Limitations

Pennsylvania law requires E-bikes to have a maximum motor power output of 750 watts.

Safety Requirements

In addition to wearing a helmet, riders must have a headlight and taillight on their E-bike when riding at night.

Conclusion

Pennsylvania E-bike laws can be confusing and overwhelming. Still, by understanding the classification, registration, licensing, speed, power limitations, and safety requirements, you can ensure that you ride your E-bike safely and legally. It is always a good idea to check with your local authorities to confirm any local regulations regarding ebike use.

Happy and safe riding!

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The Hideout Public Safety Department does issue Traffic and Non-Traffic Citations.

Here are some examples of rules to follow while you are visiting with us:

1. Community Speed Limit is 25 mph - Radar Enforced

2. No Feeding the Wildlife

3. Excessive Noise - loud music, partying after 11 p.m.

4. No Parking Overnight at Amenity

In case of emergency, any questions or concerns, please contact the North Gate, (570) 698-4100, ext. 142. ■

FRIENDLY REMINDER

Members and guests of members, 7 years of age and older, MUST possess and display a current amenity badge at ALL times while at ANY of The Hideout amenities.

As of July 30, 2022, MEMBERS only may substitute a mobile picture of their amenity badge clearly displaying the front of their amenity badge which includes the current year sticker, name, photograph, and lot number.

FROM LISA GREEN , COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER

Communications Corner

The Community Relations Department is very busy with all the information from the management team to send out the membership. There is so much to do outdoors and indoors this time of year. It is best to keep up with information from email blasts because they contain the most timely happenings. So keep an eye out for email blasts listing the many events that The Hideout offers you and your family, and hopefully, you will get any questions answered that you may have. If you haven't signed up yet, please do so! We have almost 4,000 members receiving email blasts from the Administration. I am happy that more and more members are utilizing this resource!

In addition, you can look to The Hideout official Facebook page (@Hideout Property Owners Association) for Hideout happenings, updates, and closures. As a friendly reminder, outside advertising on The Hideout Facebook page is prohibited.

Physical copies of The Hideabout Newspaper can be found at the Main and North Gate Mailbox areas, the Recreational Sports Complex, and the POA Office. If members wish to receive

a hard copy of The Hideabout in the mail in 2023 through our subscription program, they can subscribe for $30 per year, which includes the April 2023 through March 2024 issues. Due to some members' concerns, the Community Relations Department has updated the delivery of the paper to first-class mail, which requires the cost increase to $30 from $16 per year. You can view The Hideabout online and on the go at The Hideout website - hideoutassoc.com

My door is always open, so if you have any questions regarding The Hideabout or the Community Relations Department, don't hesitate to reach out. Brandon Downs can be reached at (570) 630-3716 for your advertising needs and is happy to assist you.

I wish all the Dads out there a Happy Father's Day and want to congratulate all the graduates, regardless of age.

As always, enjoy your time in The Hideout. ■

FROM TAMMI MCCABE, FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

Food & Beverage Corner

May was a busy month for Food & Beverage. Our chefs did a fantastic job with the Cino De Mayo Menu and decorating the Pub for a fiesta evening. Summer is almost here, and we are excited to get the new Tiki Bar up and running and looking forward to lots of fun times, good food, and entertainment at Tiki. The Tiki bar will be open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., and the same Monday during

holiday weekends. I look forward to seeing you all at our new Tiki Bar!

We have some new entertainment at the Pub and Tiki for the summer.

Outdoor seating at the Pub is open for lovely sunny days. So come sit on the Clubhouse Deck for drinks and food. ■

FROM KELLY-ANN VACCARO, REGISTRATION SUPERVISOR

Registration Corner

In preparation for the busy summer season, please keep in mind all members and guests, over the age of seven, are required to present a valid amenity badge, displaying the sticker for the current year on the front side. If you do not have possession of an amenity badge or should you need to purchase additional badges for your guests, you may stop by the POA Office in order to have the badges printed. As previously approved by the Board of Directors, a photograph of your Member Photo ID badge, on your mobile device, will be accepted, given it meets the above requirements. However, this will only apply for Members and not their guests!

Seasonal pool stickers for your guest badges may be purchased from the POA Office or directly from the Main +Pool, beginning Memorial Day Weekend. Members with updated 2023 photo ID badges may enjoy the pool for free!

Pool stickers are $65.00 for six or sold individually for $18.00 apiece. Alternatively, guests with a valid guest badge can also choose to pay a daily fee of $5.00 for access as well. Once again, if you are looking to obtain your 2023 Bulk Garbage Passes, it is highly recommended to call prior to stopping by, in order to reduce your wait time. As always, The Registration Department is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., and can be contacted, at (570) 698-4100, extension 0, should you have any questions or concerns.

A big thank you to the amazing ladies in Registration: Barb, Terry, and Florence, for all the hard work and dedication they provide for our membership! ■

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER

Published monthly for the members of the Property Owners Association of The Hideout, Inc.

Lisa Green - Hideabout Editor (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 lgreen@thehideout.us

2022-2023 POA BOARD OFFICERS

Michael Terranova, President Lou Delli Santi, Vice President

Richard Yocum, Chair Jerry Restaino, Treasurer

Andrew Miller, Secretary Robert L. Tressler II, Director

Richard A. Guiffredo, Director

Larry Frotten, Assistant Secretary

Jill Metschulat, Assistant Secretary

Debra Tramantano, Assistant Secretary

THE HIDEOUT MANAGEMENT TEAM

Larry Frotten - Community Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 103 lfrotten@thehideout.us

Jill Metschulat - Assistant Community Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 122 jmetschulat@thehideout.us

Debra Tramantano - Financial Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 115 dtramantano@thehideout.us

Katie Beck - Human Resources Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 105 kbeck@thehideout.us

Lisa Green - Community Relations Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 lgreen@thehideout.us

John Boandl - Recreation Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 163 jboandl@thehideout.us

Richard Bourne - Public Safety Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 143 rbourne@thehideout.us

Tammi McCabe - Food & Beverage Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 159 tmccabe@thehideout.us

Dennis Polhamus - Facilities Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 136 dpolhamus@thehideout.us

Paul Matarazzo - Environmental Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 120 pmatarazzo@thehideout.us

Michael Kline - Golf Course Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 186 mkline@thehideout.us

Kelly-Ann Vaccaro - Registration Supervisor

(570) 698-4100, ext. 106 kvaccaro@thehideout.us

Donald Yocum - IT Manager

(570) 698-4100, ext. 110 dyocum@thehideout.us

Alex Lutzi - Golf Pro Shop Manager

(570) 698-4100, ext. 183 pro.shop@thehideout.us

Craig S. Rafaniello - Project Manager

(570) 698-4100, ext. 132 crafaniello@thehideout.us

Mark Rivezzi - Ski Hill Manager

(570)

HIDEOUT PHONE NUMBERS

ext. 173 mrivezzi@thehideout.us

Articles must be submitted by the fifteenth of the month. Submit all material to: The Hideabout Editor, 640 The Hideout, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. For advertising rates, contact Brandon Downs at (570) 630-3716. The Hideabout published monthly, serves over 4,100 Hideout property owners. Articles do not necessarily represent the views of The Hideout POA. The Editor reserves the right to reject any advertising or articles for publication. Also, the acceptance of advertisements does not constitute endorsement by The Hideout POA for any advertisement of any business, products, and/or services. The Hideout is not responsible beyond the cost of advertising for any advertising errors. Ad proofs are developed by The Hideabout for use in The Hideabout Newspaper only. The advertiser does not have the right to reproduce the ad in any other place or publication. Any concerns with ads placed in The Hideabout Newspaper must be addressed by the fifteenth of the publication month. Thank you. ■

FOOD & BEVERAGE at the Main Beach

THE CLUBHOUSE SPRING SUMMER MENU

T HEÊCLUBHOUSE

APPETIZERS

JALAPENO POPPERS ¥Ê$9

Stuffed with cream cheese, breaded & fried. Ser ved with green goddess.

BAVARIAN PRETZEL STICKS ¥Ê$12

Salted and baked grain pretzel sticks. Ser ved with cheese sauce or spicy mustard.

MEATBALL BOAT ¥Ê$14

Six meatballs in your choice of sauce; Marinara & mozzarella or Asian-style honey garlic. Ser ved with bread for dipping.

LOADED CAULIFLOWER DIP ¥Ê$12

Mashed cauliflower, bacon, sweet corn & cheddar cheese. Ser ved with tor tilla chips.

POTATO SKINS ¥Ê$10

Loaded with cheddar & bacon. Ser ved with sour cream.

PEPPERONI PIZZA ROLLS ¥Ê$12

Puff pastr y stuffed with pepperoni, mozzarella & provolone cheese. Ser ved with marinara.

GREEK FRIES ¥Ê$12

Crispy seasoned fries topped with feta cheese & gyro meat. Ser ved with tzatziki for dipping.

SHEET TRAY NACHOS ¥Ê$10

House made tor tilla chips, refried beans, picadillo, cheddar, queso fresco & corn salsa. Ser ved with sour cream.

CAULIFLOWER BITES ¥Ê$9

Battered and deep fried cauliflower florets. Ser ved with sriracha aioli.

MOZZARELLA LUNA ¥Ê$10

Ser ved with marinara sauce.

CHEESY GARLIC BREAD ¥Ê$8

Ser ved with marinara.

CHEESE QUESADILLA ¥Ê$8

With sour cream & salsa.

SAL AD

WEDGE SALAD ¥Ê$10

Iceberg lettuce, grape tomatoes, blue cheese dressing & bacon.

FIESTA SALAD BOWL ¥Ê$12

Ser ved in a tor tilla bowl. Lettuce, tomato, onion, corn, roasted peppers, queso fresco & fresh cilantro.

CHICKEN OR TUNA SALAD ¥Ê$12

Choose either salad, sandwich or wrap.

CAESAR SALAD ¥Ê$10

Romaine lettuce, Asiago cheese & croutons with Caesar dressing

HAM & TORTELLINI SALAD ¥Ê$14

Three cheese tor tellini, diced ham, Parmesan, mozzarella & sweet peas.

SALAD PROTEINS

Chicken $4, Gyro Meat $4, Tuna Salad $5, Chicken Salad $5, Shrimp $6

SOUP

FRENCH ONION SOUP ¥Ê$7

CHILI ¥Ê$7.00

SOUP DU JOUR ¥Ê$5.00

KIDS CORNER

CHEESEBURGER & FRIES ¥Ê$10

CHEESE FLATBREAD ¥Ê$10

GRILLED CHEESE & FRIES ¥Ê$10

CHICKEN TENDERS & FRIES ¥Ê$8

KIDS MAC & CHEESE ¥Ê$7

HOT DOGS (2) ¥Ê$5

BASKETS & WINGS

10 BONE IN WINGS ¥Ê$13

+ Mild, Hot, Hot Goddess, Garlic Parmesan, BBQ, Sweet Chili

BONELESS WINGS ¥Ê$11

1 lb. Boneless wings with your choice of sauce

+ ½lb. Boneless wings available for 7.95

CHICKEN TENDER BASKET ¥Ê$11

Ser ved with Fries

FISH AND CHIPS ¥Ê$15

Beer Battered Fried Cod Ser ved with Fries & Tar tar Sauce

FL ATBREAD

PLAIN CHEESE ¥Ê$10

Mozzarella cheese & marinara sauce.

MARGUERITE ¥Ê$12

Pesto, fresh mozzarella & tomato.

MEXICAN PIZZA ¥Ê$14

Refried beans, taco meat, red onion, tomatoes & cheddar cheese. Ser ved with sour cream.

BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD ¥Ê$14

BBQ chicken, red onion, mozzarella & cheddar

GREEK FLATBREAD ¥Ê$14

Tzatziki sauce, gyro meat, red onion, tomato & feta cheese.

HAND HELD

HOT DOGS ¥Ê$9

Two dogs with ketchup, mustard & relish.

+ Add Chili For $1.00

TRADITIONAL BURGER ¥Ê$12

Lettuce, tomato & onion.

+ add bacon $2

BOURBON BURGER ¥Ê$13

Topped with lettuce, tomatoes, caramelized onions & bourbon glaze.

+ add bacon $2

RODEO BURGER ¥Ê$15

Topped with BBQ, Bacon & onion petals.

MEATBALL PARMESAN HOAGIE ¥Ê$14

Meatballs, marinara, and mozzarella on a toasted hoagie roll.

CHEESESTEAK ¥Ê$12

Peppers, mushrooms & onions with provolone & American.

CHIPOTLE CHEESESTEAK ¥Ê$14

Topped with our chipotle pepper cheese sauce.

CHICKEN ASIAGO MELT ¥Ê$15

Chicken breast topped with melted Asiago cheese, sriracha aioli, roasted red peppers & red onion on sourdough bread.

BUFFALO CHICKEN SANDWICH ¥Ê$14

Breaded chicken, buffalo sauce, melted blue cheese crumbles, lettuce & tomato on sourdough bread.

CHICKEN OR TUNA SALAD ¥Ê$12

On your choice of bread or wrap.

REUBEN ¥Ê$12

Corned beef, sauerkraut & Swiss cheese on toasted r ye with Russian dressing.

FRIED FISH SANDWICH ¥Ê$15

Cornmeal coated swai fillet with lettuce, tomato & tar tar sauce on a brioche bun.

GREEK GYRO ¥Ê$12

Gyro meat, lettuce, tomato, red onion & tzatziki sauce on pita bread.

GREEN GODDESS WRAP ¥Ê$11

Breaded chicken, cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion & green goddess dressing.

TURKEY BLT ¥Ê$11

Turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayonnaise on your choice of bread.

ENTRƒES Available after 4PM Friday - Monday

MACARONI & CHEESE ¥Ê$13

MEATLOAF ¥Ê$16

Our house made meatloaf topped with gravy

BOURBON PORK CHOP ¥Ê$21

Center cut bone-in pork chop, grilled and topped in a bourbon style glaze

N Y STRIP WITH HERB BUTTER ¥Ê$25

Topped with an herb infused butter

CRISPY DILL SWAI ¥Ê$23

12 oz. baked swai fillet coated with seasoned breadcrumbs. Topped with a lemon dill cream sauce.

TORTELLINI IN GARLIC SAUCE ¥Ê$18

Tor tellini, bacon, garlic & herbs. Ser ved with garlic bread.

BRUSCHETTA CHICKEN ¥Ê$20

SautŽed chicken breasts with tomato, onion, basil & fresh mozzarella.

ORANGE SESAME CHICKEN ¥Ê$20

Tender chicken breasts with a citrus-honey glaze, topped with toasted sesame seeds & ser ved with white rice.

MOJO CHICKEN ¥Ê$20

Chicken breasts sautŽed in a traditional Cuban mojo sauce & ser ved with white rice.

SIDES

ONION PETALS ¥Ê$6

MASHED POTATOES ¥Ê$5

+ Only Available After 4 P.M., Fri-Mon FRENCH FRIES ¥Ê$5

TATER TOTS ¥Ê$5

MAC N' CHEESE ¥Ê$5

VEGETABLE OF THE DAY ¥Ê$4

WHITE RICE ¥Ê$3

De sser ts

N Y CHEESECAKE ¥Ê$5

BROWNIE ¥Ê$3

FEATURED SPECIALTY ICE CREAM ¥Ê$2.50

VANILLA ICE CREAM ¥Ê$2

CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM ¥Ê$2

Brian Carchedi

(914) 482-4267

brian@ryansangels.org

RYAN’S ANGELS AND THE LAKE ARIELVOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY ANNOUNCE AWARD FROM PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TO MAKE NEEDED REPAIRS TO FIREHOUSE

LAKE ARIEL, PENNSYLVANIA – Ryan’s Angels and the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Department are pleased to announce that they have received an award from the Pennsylvania Department of Community Development and Economic Development in the amount of $112,830 to make needed repairs to its existing firehouse located at 1381 Lake Ariel Highway which has been in use since the 1940’s. This is the first step in the organizations joint Capital Campaign launched last summer to upgrade the existing building and to build a new state-of-the-art firehouse at another location to serve the community for years to come.

“I am grateful for the support of our local elected officials from the Lake Township Board of Supervisors, Wayne County Commissioners and State Senator Rosemary Brown and State Representative Joe Adams for their strong support” said Ryan’s Angels President Brian Carchedi. “Their support was critical in getting this grant to conducted phase one of our capital campaign and will be critical as we continue to seek government grants to build a new firehouse.”

Fire Chief Christopher DiPierro said “Thanks to this grant, o ur fire house will receive the much-needed refurbishments that will improve our firefighters safety and ensure that we continue to provide the highest level of service to our community. We greatly appreciate the support and investment in our mission.”

State Senator Brown said “I’m very pleased to support funds from our Local Share Account (LSA) gaming revenue that we be dedicated towards refurbishing of the Lake Ariel Fire Department. We have tremendous volunteer firefighters who now respond to varied emergencies in our modern society and its critical for safety that their facilities and equipment are updated. While the fire department will continue to actively fundraise to assist in the full project, this grant will help begin the renovation efforts.”

Founded in 2021, Ryan’s Angels, LTD is a Pennsylvania 501 (c) (3) non-profit dedicated to assisting other charitable organizations and families in need through event -based fundraising and grant writing. Learn more at www.ryansangels.org

United States Flag Facts and Handling Etiquette

The United States flag was first imagined after the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The Continental Congress authorized creation of the first national flag on June 14, 1777. It was decided that the flag should have 13 stripes, alternating red and white, to represent the original 13 colonies, and that the new union be represented by 13 white stars in a blue field to signify a “new constellation.” Francis Hopkinson, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, is most often credited with the original design.

Today there are 50 stars on the flag to represent the 50 states, while the 13 stripes still represent the 13 British colonies that became the first states. While this may be common knowledge, Public Law 94-344, known as the Federal Flag Code, may not be as widely known. The code dictates that the flag is to be treated with respect and proper etiquette. The code is extensive, but the following guidelines can help private individuals interested in displaying their flags do so in accordance with the law.

· Flags should only be displayed in public from sunrise to sunset, unless the flag can be properly illuminated during darkness. In this instance, it may be displayed at all times.

· When displayed with other flags, such as on a single staff or lanyard, the U.S. flag should be above all other flags. If flags are displayed in a row, the U.S. flag goes to the observer’s left.

· State and local flags are traditionally flown lower than the American flag.

· During marching ceremonies or parades with other flags, the U.S. flag should be to the observer’s left.

· The flag should be displayed at every public institution and at schools during school days.

· When displayed vertically and not on a staff, the union should be on the left when observed. It should be suspended so its folds fall freely as though the flag were staffed.

· The flag should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously.

· The flag is often displayed at half-staff on days of mourning, including Memorial Day. The flag should first be hoisted to the peak for an instant, then lowered to half-staff position, which is half the distance between the top and bottom of the staff.

· On a vehicle, the U.S. flag should be displayed from a staff firmly fixed to the chassis. It should not be draped over the hood, top, sides, or back of a vehicle.

· The flag should never touch anything beneath it, such as the ground, the floor, water, or merchandise. It also should never have anything placed on it.

· A flag in poor condition should be destroyed with dignity, preferably by burning. Most American Legion posts will have the resources to retire flags accordingly. Many will host annual flag retirement ceremonies on Flag Day. ■

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GOLF NEWS

2023 GOLF EVENTS

Date Event Start Time

Saturday 6/3 The Hideout Sons & Daughters of Italy Lodge #3010 (9 Hole) 9:00 a.m.

Saturday 6/24 Draft's 9:00 a.m.

Saturday 7/8 Palermo's H.D.A 9:00 a.m.

FROM AL LUTZI, PRO SHOP MANAGER From The Pro Shop

The weather has cooperated, and we have had a really great start to the golf season.

The Pro Shop is now open with its Summer Hours - Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please remember that no golf carts are given out after the Pro Shop closes. Walkers are welcome to play after hours, provided they call the Pro Shop for a tee time, and if they are not in possession of a yearly pass, come into the Pro Shop to pre-pay for their round.

On May 6th, we had 70 golfers play in our first tournament of the year, The Early Bird. A big thanks to Frank Ciampa and Dave and Michelle Miles for hosting. Team Dennis Murray, Mike Burns, Harry Papazian, and Spencer Williams won with a score of 62. We are especially grateful to Tammy McCabe and the Food & Beverage Staff for bringing the after-golf luncheon back into the Clubhouse.

The Draft’s Tournament has been rescheduled to June 24th. Please see our revised tournament schedule in The Hideabout or on the bulletin boards outside of the Pro Shop for all Golf Events. Remember, you can sign up for these events 30 days in advance in the Pro Shop. Tournaments are popular, so please don’t wait too long before signing up, or you may not get a spot.

We have a great selection of merchandise to purchase in the Pro Shop for the golfer and non-golfer alike. Please look on this page for a coupon

which entitles you to 10% off your merchandise purchase in the Pro Shop, and remember us for Father’s Day gift giving. The sale ends on June 30th.

Both the Men’s Thursday Night League and the Men’s Tuesday Morning League started in May. Women’s Leagues will begin in early June. More league information will be posted on the bulletin boards outside of the Pro Shop as it becomes available.

John Martino’s HASG Thursday League starts on June 1st. Please work directly with John if you want to join.

Unfortunately, after 12 years, we have had to raise prices. Yes, inflation even affects our costs. All rounds of golf and cart fees are being increased by $1.00. Yearly golf passes are being increased by $25.00. Ten play cards for both green and cart fees will be available again this year for purchase in the Pro Shop. You receive 10 rounds for the price of 9. These are a great way to minimize the impact of the price hike. The yearly pass can be purchased at the POA.

Remember to fix your ball marks on the greens. Rake the sand traps, and replace divots on the fairways. Watch your pace of play and keep up with the group in front of you.

We want all golfers to have a pleasant experience on the course regardless of their level of play. If you have any questions, you can always ask one of our staff members for suggestions to keep play moving.

Saturday 7/22 Ryans Angels (LAFD) 9:00 a.m.

Saturday 8/5 1st Round Club Championship 8:30 a.m

Saturday 8/12 1st Round Senior Club Championship 8:30 a.m

Saturday 9/9 Help a Hero 9:00 a.m.

Saturday 9/23 Ciampa/Miles Fall Classic 9:00 a.m.

Golf Course & Pro Shop hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. weekends and holidays

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

7 days a week - weather permitting

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes - May 13, 2023

Board Members Present:

Richard Yocum, Chair

Michael Terranova, President

Louis Delli Santi, Vice President

Gerard Restaino, Treasurer

Andrew Miller, Secretary

Richard Guiffredo, Director (via Zoom)

Robert Tressler II, Director

Management & Staff Present:

Larry Frotten, Community Manager

Jill Metschulat, Assistant Community Manager

Debra Tramantano, Financial Manager

Paul Matarazzo, Environmental Manager

Dennis Polhamus, Facilities Manager

Tammi McCabe, Food & Beverage Manager

Brett Schumacher, Executive Chef

Lisa Green, Community Relations Manager

Donald Yocum, IT Manager

Richard Bourne, Public Safety Manager

Fallon Valentin, Assistant Recreation Manager

Caroline Mongelli, Executive Assistant

The meeting was called to order by Richard Yocum, Chair at 9:05 a.m. at the Main Lodge. Mr. Yocum confirmed that a quorum is present. Members stood for The Pledge of Allegiance.

Mr. Yocum advised the members that the meeting is in-person and on Zoom, and is being recorded. Mr. Yocum explained that questions/comments will be taken from Members at the beginning of each section. There were no objections from the members and the meeting proceeded.

1. Approval of the May 13, 2023 Board Meeting agenda as presented.

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MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the May 13, 2023 Board Meeting agenda as presented.

Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7 - 0.

2. Approval of the May 5, 2023 Board Workshop minutes as presented.

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MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the May 5, 2023 Board Workshop minutes as presented.

Motion made by Michael Terranova, seconded by Robert Tressler and passed 7 - 0.

3. Approval of the April 14, 2023 Board Workshop minutes as presented.

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MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the April 14, 2023 Board Workshop minutes as presented.

Motion made by Louis Delli Santi, seconded by Robert Tressler and passed 7 - 0.

4. Approval of the March 18, 2023 Board Meeting minutes as presented.

23-52

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the March 18, 2023 Board Meeting minutes as presented.

Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7 - 0.

5. BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMMENTS

– None.

6. MANAGEMENT REPORTS: Questions and/or comments will be taken after each Management Report (limited to 5 minutes each).

Debra Tramantano, Financial Manager

a. Dues Paid in Full: As of May 10, there are 3,372 lots paid in full against our budget of 3,650. This is 92.6% paid in full so far. As of the end of April, we have collected $92,538 of delinquent dues against our budget of $100,000.

b. 2023 Operations: There are currently 131 short-term rental lots that have paid the registration fee. Rental income through April excluding the registration fee is $84,505. This is down from $175,440 the same period last year. There are currently 100 long-term rental Lots. As of the end of April, we collected $134,650 in transfer fees. Our amenities are on-track with the 2023 operational budget.

c. Cash Flow: NBT Bank balance for operations as of May 12 is $5,303,844. Capital reserves for NBT Bank is $2,631,177, and Fisher is $2,140,700 (stocks up by 20%, bonds up 10%), for a total of $5,036.266. New capital total $520,739.

d. 2024 Budget: 2024 Budget preparation is in progress. 2024 Capital budget needs have been reviewed with our managers. The next Budget Committee meeting is scheduled for 5/25.

e. Reserve Study: The reserve study has been completed. Our Facilities Manager, Dennis Polhamus is doing a final review on life cycles. Based on the study, we have sufficient cash flow to cover reserve requirements for the next 15-16 years.

Larry Frotten, Community Manager

a. Staffing: We are almost fully staffed at this time. We have a new Food & Beverage Manager starting next week, Shawn Foley. We are still looking for additional Badge Checkers and Boat Patrol staff.

b. Departments and Amenities:

• Facilities: We continue to address stormwater issues in the community. Our remediation work has been successful so far in addressing problem areas. The new Tiki Bar will open on Friday, May 26. Tiki Bar hours will be Thurs-Sun, and holidays 11am-7pm. Our crews are preparing the amenities for the summer.

• Public Safety: The refurbished generator has been installed at the Lodge. One of our vehicles is out for repairs and we are still waiting on delivery of our new vehicle. Our Public Safety department has been addressing our Member’s speeding concerns. You will see motions asking for approval of radar equipment under New Business. A motion asking for approval of Tasers is also on today’s agenda.

• Recreation: Our summer camps sold out in under an hour. Early Bird Golf

Tournament was held last weekend. We are hoping for dryer conditions over the next few weeks. We are exploring options on how to adequately staff the Woodshop.

7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

Questions and/or comments regarding New Business (Motion 23-53). None. 23-53

MOTION: RESOLVED TO award the bid for the budgeted capital reserve expense for the North Gate Road Reconstruction Project to Columbia Excavating, LLC in the amount of $337,733.00. This project is $5,081.00 over budget.

1. Columbia Excavating, LLC$337,733.00

2. M&J Excavation, Inc. - $384,640.00

3. Kobalt Construction, Inc. - $435,761.70

Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7 - 0.

8. NEW BUSINESS:

Questions and/or comments regarding New Business (Motions 23-54 through 23-66):

Lot 4009: Member commented on Tiki Bar design and occupancy, and asked why tasers are being recommended.

Lot 1704: Member asked how Public Safety addresses DUI’s and how officers are vetted.

Lot 3750: Member commented on Tiki Bar design and asked about pickleball court repairs.

Lot 175: Member asked which architect was utilized for the Tiki Bar design.

Lot 1010: Member asked why Environmental motions are “Exceptions from Bids”.

Lot 1866: Member commented on tasers and asked about liability insurance.

Lot 1985: Member commented in support of tasers.

Lot 3469: Member commented in support of radar/traffic equipment and tasers.

Lot 1342: Member commented in support of tasers.

Lot 1145: Member commented in support of tasers and the need to have policy in place.

Lot 1780: Member commented on condition of pickleball courts.

Lot 3572: Member suggested installing a webcam at the Marina.

ENVIRONMENTAL: 23-54

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the budgeted operating expense for 2023 seasonal lake treatment and inspection performed by Natureworks Clear Water Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $32,400.00. A Poll Vote was taken on 4/11/23.

Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7 - 0. 23-55

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the budgeted new capital expense for the installation of an Aeration System in the Entrance Pond performed by Princeton Hydro in the amount of $8,400.00. This item is $400.00 over budget.

Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Michael Terranova and passed 7 - 0.

23-56

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the budgeted operating expense for water quality testing in Roamingwood, Brooks and Deerfield lakes performed by Microbac Laboratories, Inc. in the amount of $4,635.00. This item is $666.00 over budget.

Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7 - 0.

23-57

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the budgeted operating expense for the installation of a fishery habitat in Roamingwood Lake performed by Mossback Fish Habitat in the amount of $5,064.94. This item is $64.94 over budget.

Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Michael Terranova and passed 7 - 0.

FACILITIES:

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MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the budgeted capital reserve expense for concrete repair work to Kovaleski Masonry and Excavating in the amount of $16,400.00. A Poll Vote was taken on 4/11/23.

1. Kovaleski - $16,400.00

2. G. Schneider - $18,580.00

Motion made by Michael Terranova, seconded by Louis Delli Santi and passed 7 - 0.

23-59

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the budgeted capital reserve expense for the purchase of replacement ski and snowboard equipment from Rossignol in the amount of $13,976.00 excluding tax and shipping.

Motion made by Michael Terranova, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7 - 0.

GOLF:

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MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the purchase of the budgeted capital reserve expense for a Canon printer from GBM for the Pro Shop in the amount of $1,036.00.

1. GBM - $1,036.00

2. HP.com - $1,142.68

3. JTF - $1,364.95

Motion made by Louis Delli Santi, seconded by Andrew Miller and passed 7 - 0.

(continued on page 23)

2023 Board of Directors Meeting Minutes - May 13, 2023

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MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the purchase of the budgeted capital reserve expense for a Sport Haven 6x12 utility trailer for Golf Maintenance from J&J Trailer and Auto in the amount of $3,160.41.

1. J&J Trailer & Auto - $3,160.41

2. Home Depot - $3,199.00

3. Tractor Supply - $3,299.99

Motion made by Louis Delli Santi, seconded by Michael Terranova and passed 7 - 0.

PUBLIC SAFETY:

23-62

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the unbudgeted new capital expense purchase of the Axon Taser 7 equipment and training package for Public Safety ACT 235 certified officers in the amount of $32,637.09 payable over five (5) years during 2023-2027. The first payment in 2023 will be $13,007.01.

Motion made by Michael Terranova, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7 - 0.

23-63

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the unbudgeted new capital expense purchase of a traffic camera from Traffic Logix Corporation in the amount of $13,996.24.

Motion made by Michael Terranova, seconded by Andrew Miller and passed 7 - 0.

23-64

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the unbudgeted new capital expense purchase of a radar speed trailer from Kustom Signals Inc. in the amount of $7,416.00.

1. Kustom Signals Inc. - $7,416.00

2. Monitor Systems - $7,800.00

3. All Traffic Solutions - $8,704.72

Motion made by Michael Terranova, seconded by Louis Delli Santi and passed 7 - 0.

23-65

MOTION: RESOLVED TO approve the budgeted new capital reserve expense installation of security cameras at the Tiki Bar performed by Crown Telecom Inc. in the amount of $5,771.70.

The Association of Property Owners of The Hideout, Inc. BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2023 MEETING SCHEDULE

Did you know?

Post-traumatic stress disorder is more prevalent than people may realize. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, roughly 5 percent of adults in the United States experiences PTSD in any given year. The VA reports that women are more likely to develop PTSD than men, with around eight in every 100 women experiencing the condition compared to four in every 100 men. That disparity is partly attributable to the types of traumatic events that women are more likely to experience than men, such as sexual assault. PTSD can develop after an individual goes through or witnesses a life-threatening event. Though the VA notes it’s normal to experience stress reactions after such events, it’s also typical for people to begin feeling better after a few weeks or months. When individuals experience stress reactions that last longer than a few months, they might have PTSD and should contact a physician immediately. ■

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Russel & Jaime Giambrone

Staten Island

Joel Ruda Bloomsburg

Stephen Glassman Philadelphia

Marguerite Kranick

Scranton, PA

Jim & Sharon Sabzali

Wynnewood, PA

Kim & Chuck Rodgers

Phoenixville, PA

Mildred, Gianluca & Giuseppe

Guttenberg, NJ

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Contractors Permitted Working Hours

The policy of The Hideout Public Safety Department about Contractors' working hours within The Hideout Community is as follows:

Happy Anniversary & Many Thanks!

A Message from the Communication Committee to Members of The Hideout

The Communication Committee of The Hideout has a mission to enhance dialog between POA members and various departments within The Hideout.

We welcome all suggestions from POA Members on ways to improve living in our community.

Please email any comments or concerns to one of the committee members listed below. Your input can make a difference! All correspondence will be confidential and acknowledged and discussed at our monthly meeting.

Committee members email addresses:

Lyle Britton - lylebr977@gmail.com

Terri Letteratis - theresaletteratis@gmail.com

Eileen Simon - efsimon64@gmail.com

Judith Townsend Britton - jt179854@gmail.com

Thank you! ■

Wildlife and Forestry Committee Meeting

Minutes - April 13, 2023

Committee:

Present- Cathy Long, Fred Sakacs, Joseph Piotrowski, Kathy Carpenter, Richard Long, Rosina Taffuri

Absent: Excused:

Staff/Board Liaison: Present: Paul Matarazzo, Richard Yocum

Absent: Excused:

Guests:

Start Time: 11:00 Am Pledge of Allegiance

Motion to approve the Minutes: Approved: Richard Seconded: Fred ********************************************

Old Business:

1. Roamingwood Native Garden: The fencing has been repaired. Weeding work detail May1st 2pm. Discussed placing bird boxes in the garden. Discussed the power pole that will be placed in the garden.

2. Deer management: Final report pending.

3. Earth Day: Trash bags, pick up sticks and gloves will be distributed. Another notification of the event will be sent out. Discussed placing a poster at gym. NWF recruitment table in the parking lot.

4. Club House plants. Juniper was selected over native plants.

New Business:

1. Fire Season: Burn bans will be instituted based on DCNR or Township orders.

2. Japanese Jumping Worm: Unlike the European earth worm the Jumping worm doesn’t improve the soil, and in time will harm vegetation. The worm can be identified by observing a flat band. To prevent it’s spread fisherman should avoid using it as bait.

3. Invasive Plants: The dangerous to handle Poison Hemlock has been identified in the North Section. Discussed other invasive species. Specifically,

Japanese Barberry, Burning Bush and Bradford Pear.

4. Laurel Park: The Board is considering building a Driving Range.

Tabled:

1. NWF: Recruitment effort at our presentations.

Standing Items:

1. Spotted Lanternfly: Signs will be changed to hatching stage.

2. Goose management: USDA has started management.

3. Pharagmites: No treatment until the fall.

4. Nuisance Animals: A beaver caused some damage to a member’s trees. Its hut is on private property so trapping is not an opton.

5. Feral Cats: No recent reports.

6. Spongy Moths: A bacterial spray that is not harmful to other insects will be used.

7. Deer Exclusion Zone:

Questions & Comments:

Motion to Adjourn:

Approved: Kathy Seconded: Richard

End Time: 11:45

Next Wildlife & Forestry Committee meeting will occur on Thursday, 5/11/23 in person at the POA and via Zoom.

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PEDESTRIAN SAFETY

To stay safe walking, follow these rules of the road:

1. Walk Facing Traffic When Walking on the Side of the Road

If there is no sidewalk and you must walk on the side of the road, choose the side where you are facing oncoming traffic. In North America, this is the left side of the road. This gives you the best chance to see traffic approaching closest to you and take evasive action when needed.

2. Walk Single File When Not Separated from the Road

Unless you are on a sidewalk separated from the road or you are in a wide bike/ pedestrian lane, you should walk in single file. This is especially important on a road with lots of curves and where traffic has only a split second chance of seeing you before hitting you. While it can be enjoyable to walk down the road two to three abreast chatting merrily, drivers don’t expect it and you may lose your best walking buddies.

3. Stay Aware of Bikes and Runners

Share the road and path with bikes and runners. Bike riders should alert you when approaching from behind with a bike bell or a “passing on the left/right.” Listen for them, and move to walk single file, allowing them to pass safely. Runners should also call out for passing. Bike-walker collisions can result in broken bones or head injury for either—and you aren’t wearing a helmet.

4. Be Visible

Wear bright colors when walking. When walking at night, wear reflective clothing or a reflective vest to be visible. Drivers are often not expecting walkers to be out after dark, and you need to give them every chance to see you. Be just as cautious at dawn or twilight, as drivers still have limited visibility or may even have the setting or rising sun directly in their eyes.

5. Be Predictable

Make a practice of staying on one side of the path while walking rather than weaving randomly from side to side. Watch your arm motions, or you may end up giving a black eye to a passing walker, runner, or biker.

6. Keep the Volume Down

Don’t drown out your environment when listening to music with your earbuds or headphones. Keep the volume at a level where you can still hear bike bells and warnings from other walkers and runners.

7. Hang Up and Eyes Up

Distracted walking due to chatting, texting, or playing games on a mobile device while you walk is as dangerous as doing those things while driving. You are distracted and not as aware of your environment. You are less likely to recognize traffic danger, tripping hazards, or passing joggers and bikers. Adopt habits that can keep your phone in your pocket, or at least make it a practice to stop in a safe place to complete your phone tasks before moving on.

8. Walk Dogs on Short Leashes

It is terrifying and tragic to witness dogs running out in to traffic or getting into a fatal dog fight, whether on leash or off leash. But when walking your dog on a long leash there is also a danger that you will trip other walkers or bikers. You will keep your dog safer as well as those who pass by you if you use proper leash walking etiquette.

9. Know When to Stop Walking

Heat sickness, dehydration, heart attack, or stroke can strike walkers of any age. Learn the symptoms of medical emergencies and carry a cell phone to dial 911. Even if you are a seasoned and well-trained walker, you may experience one of these problems and need to cut your walk short. Encourage your walking friends to stop when they show any concerning symptoms.

10. Be Aware of Stranger Danger

Street safety is a concern for many walkers. Choose your walking route for paths frequented by other walkers, joggers, and bikers. If you see someone suspicious, be prepared to alter your course or go into a store or public building to avoid them. Acting alert and aware can convince bad guys you are not an easy target. ■

MEETING MINUTES

Communications Committee Meeting

Minutes - May 8, 2023

Minutes of Communication Committee

Meeting May 8, 2023

Meeting called to order 9 a.m.

Pledge of Allegiance

Attendance: Terri Letteratis, Eileen Simon, Barbara McNulty, Lisa Green, Community Relations Manager, Brandon Down, Larry Frotten, Community Manager (on Phone)

On Zoom: Lyle Britton, Judy Britton

Excused: Bernadette Zumbo, & Lou Delli Santi

Minutes of the last meeting approved by Judy Britton and seconded by Eileen Simon

Old Business:

1. The lighting of directional signs throughout The Hideout will be addressed by the appropriate department.

2. The North Gate Upgrade project is getting ready to start, schedule to be announced shortly.

3. The Main Gate project is still in the review state with the PADOT and does not look like it will be happening this year.

4. For those members who need a Notary Public, there is one available in

the POA. Please call first to schedule an appointment.

5. Please check the May 2023 Hideabout Newspaper for the new requirements for package deliveries from UPS and Fed Ex.

6. Jill Metaschulat, Asst. Community Manager is working with the Long Range Planning Committee to finalize the recent survey of the membership for publication. New Business and items of Discussion:

1. Updated information on STR, previously there were 370 homes for rent as of now there are 128 homes.

2. June 1, 2023 the Ski Hill Grill will be open again for breakfast.

3. Training of summer help is ongoing and most positions have been filled.

4. Hoping to have a badge checker at the pool gate to the bathrooms this summer. The Hideout is a premier community and other communities in the N.E.P.A. area look to us for guidance.

Zoom meetings have been well received by members.

Meeting Adjourned at 10:30 a.m.

Next Meeting Monday – June 19, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

MAILBOX ADVISORY

Cluster mailboxes within The Hideout are limited. The United States Postal Service has advised The Hideout that their policy is to revoke and/or reassign the box of individuals who do not retrieve their mail for a period of three or more weeks. Please be sure to pick up your mail from your box on a regular basis.

If you are unable to retrieve your mail from your box for an extended time, you should make arrangements with the Lake Ariel have mail held or forwarded and ask how to preserve your box as

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Lakes Committee Meeting Minutes

March 25, 2023

Chair: Iggy Rivera

Members: Peter Campbell. Kent Fairfield, Steve Flapan, Bob Kravetz, Judy Restaino. Jeff Silverman

Excused: Arnie Milidantri, Rick Nolte

MAILBOX ADVISORY

would be ideal but they are hard to find. He explained how electroshocking is used to determine the approximate number of fish in the lake. It was not recommended to stock more sterile grass carp because vegetation last year was minimal but it will continue to be monitored.

Staff: Paul Matarazzo

Board: Andrew Miller

The meeting was called to order at 9:03 in person and via Zoom followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

Winter Lake Activities and Services: The drawdown on Roamingwood was kept to 6’, and right now there is about 2½ to 3’ to go before the lake reaches normal pool. The marina docks will be returned to the lake between mid and the 3rd week of April.

The dam inspections went well. A few cracks needed to be filled in, and sediment on the spillway was cleaned up.

2023 Lakes Management Outlook:

Biochar: We are on track for using it for continuing testing. Lake Hopatcong has a program where residents can purchase the socks and hang them off their docks.

Princeton Hydro: Will do treatments on Tract 29 and macroinvertebrate studies. Phragmite treatments will be done by the maintenance shed and Tract 29 for invasive plants .

Fish Stocking Spring and Fall: $5000 is in the budget for fish stocking.

P. Matarazzo did some research and plans to stock 400-500 largemouth bass and a few walleye. Smallmouth bass

Fish Habitat Budget Item: $500 is in the budget for adding habitats, perhaps making wood crates.

E coli Testing: This year Roamingwood, Deerfield and Brooks Lakes will be tested for e coli.

Cluster mailboxes within The Hideout are limited. The United States Postal Service has advised The Hideout that their policy is to revoke and/or reassign the box of individuals who do not retrieve their mail for a period of three or more weeks. Please be sure to pick up your mail from your box on a regular basis. If you are unable to retrieve your mail from your box for an extended time, you should make arrangements with the Lake Ariel Post Office to have mail held or forwarded and ask how to preserve your box assignment.

Deerfield Floating Wetland Island: This is being put off until 2024. The newer ones are more aesthetic than the older ones, and they also serve as habitats for fish and other wildlife.

Member CMRs: I. Rivera made a motion to change Peter Campbell from an alternate member to a full member. B. Kravetz seconded the motion and all agreed.

Discussion:

S. Flapan brought up the shack on Deerfield that was supposed to have been fixed up. P. Matarazzo will check with the maintenance manager.

The next meeting will be on April 29th. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 with a motion by S. Flapan, a second by B. Kravetz and approval by all.

Respectfully submitted, Judy Restaino ■

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Environmental Control Committee Meeting

Minutes - April 14, 2023

Call to Order at: 9:00 am

Pledge of Allegiance:

Present: Mike Burns – Chairperson, Ron Phelps, Larry Lieberher, Paul Spiese, Rich Guiffredo – Board Liaison, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Manager, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Tina Fairfax,

Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 3/24/23: Approved as written. Motion: Ron Phelps 2nd: Paul Spiese

Permits issued 3/24/23 – 4/13/23: Approved by unanimous vote. Motion: Larry Lieberher 2nd Ron Phelps

Variance: Approved (conditional upon neighbors’ signature)

OLD BISINESS

Permit Fees: After a brief discussion regarding the administrative cost of processing permits, is was decided that fees do not need to be raised at this time.

Variances (New Homes): There has been no further movement with regard to this issue.

REVIEW/DISCUSSION

Lot Violations/Citations: Discussion of overgrown vegetation and remedies the Hideout can take to address this issue.

Stormwater: Have been able to get an early jump on projects due to mild winter. Approximately 20 projects have been done to date. The Maplewood Swale is awaiting PADEP. Deerfield Culvert: awaiting meeting to begin planning project scope/ details.

Fire Pits: Discussion of policy clarification. Paul will present CMR with new wording for next meeting.

Project(s) Update:

Tiki Bar: Projected to be complete by 5/1/23. Discussion of possible future enhancements.

Clubhouse: Complete except for landscaping which will begin soon.

RSC: Interior has been painted.

Ski Hill: Discussion of plan for new ski lane and additional tube lanes.

Art Center Interior Overhaul: Just about complete.

Windemere Dam: Plans for beginning early summer Spring/Summer Amenities: Are being prepared for opening.

Meeting ended at: 9:55 am Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Mike Burns

Next Meeting: Friday, 4/28/23, 9:00 at the POA Board Room

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Environmental Control Committee Meeting

Minutes - April 28, 2023

Call to Order at: 9:00 am

Pledge of Allegiance:

Present: Mike Burns – Chairperson, Ron Phelps, Larry Lieberher, Paul Spiese, Rich Guiffredo – Board Liaison, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Manager, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Tina Fairfax,

Excused: Rich Guiffredo – Board Liaison

Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 4/14/23: Approved as written. Motion: Ron Phelps 2nd: Larry Lieberher

Permits issued 4/14/23 – 4/26/23: Approved by unanimous vote. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Ron Phelps

Variance Requests: Four variance requests were submitted for committee review. Two were approved and two were denied. Letters will be sent to all owners informing them of the committee decisions.

REVIEW/DISCUSSION

Lot Violations/Citations: Ongoing with current emphasis of unmasked propane.

Stormwater: Ongoing. Have received few complaints this year. Several small projects have been completed. Hole 9 on the Golf Course will be done in a couple of weeks. Hidden Lake: Wayne County Conversation has approved notes and once we get the permits a meeting will be set up with consultants to set the scope of

the project. We are still awaiting bids for the Deerfield Culvert Project.

Fire Pit CMR: CMR was presented for review. After brief discussion, CMR will be revised and presented for re-review at next meeting.

Project(s) Update:

Tiki Bar: Railings are being fabricated. Will be done for season opening Clubhouse: Complete except bathroom stalls.

Ski Hill: Snow tube lanes increased from 6 to 12 and a new ski lane will be installed. Handicapped ramp and steps have been installed.

Art Center Interior Overhaul: Just about complete, small odds and ends left.

Main Pool/Pools & Beaches: Liner will be installed after Labor Day. Pools and Beaches are up and running for the season.

Nature Trail: Approximately 20 trees need to be removed. Project will be planned for next year.

Main/North Gate: Meeting with consultants and PENNDOT to discuss what is going to be required for the Main Gate project to move forward. Bids have been received for North Gate Project.

Meeting ended at: 10:10 am Motion: Ron Phelps 2nd Mike Burns

Next Meeting: Friday, 4/28/23, 9:00 at the POA Board Room

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J une R ec R eation a ctivities

Thurs 1-Jun Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Recreation Building

Thurs 1-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 1-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 1-Jun Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, Reservations required

Fri 2-Jun Adult Bingo Night, Main Lodge, 6pm

Fri 2-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 2-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 2-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Fri 2-Jun Hideout needle/Quilters Crafters 9:30-11a.m. at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Sat 3-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 11am-12pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 3-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 12pm-1pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 3-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 3-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 4-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 5-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 5-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Tues 6-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 6-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 6-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 6-Jun Happy Hour Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 5:30-6:30pm in the MPR $5 per person (weekly)

Wed 7-Jun Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 7-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 8-Jun Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Recreation Building

Thurs 8-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 8-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 8-Jun Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 9-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 9-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 9-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Fri 9-Jun Hideout needle/Quilters Crafters 9:30-11a.m. at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Sat 10-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 11am-12pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 10-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 12pm-1pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 10-Jun Concert on the hill with Kartune, 6pm-9pm, Ski Hill

Sat 10-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 10-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 11-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 12-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 12-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Tues 13-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 13-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 13-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 13-Jun Happy Hour Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 5:30-6:30pm at the OSC (weather permitting), $5 per person (weekly)

Wed 14-Jun Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 14-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 15-Jun Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Recreation Building

Thurs 15-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 15-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 15-Jun Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 16-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 16-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 16-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Fri 16-Jun Hideout needle/Quilters Crafters 9:30-11a.m. at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Sat 17-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 11am-12pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 17-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 12pm-1pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 17-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 17-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 18-Jun Happy Father’s Day!

Sun 18-Jun Father’s Day Mini Golf- FREE For Dads

Sun 18-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 19-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 19-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Tues 20-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 11am-12pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 20-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 12pm-1pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 20-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 20-Jun Happy Hour Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 5:30-6:30pm at the OSC (weather permitting), $5 per person (weekly)

Wed 21-Jun Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 21-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 22-Jun Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Recreation Building

Thurs 22-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 22-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 22-Jun Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 23-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 23-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 23-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 24-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 11am-12pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 24-Jun KARATE Program, Saturday, 12pm-1pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Sat 24-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 24-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 25-Jun Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 26-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 26-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Tues 27-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 27-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Tues 27-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 27-Jun Happy Hour Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 5:30-6:30pm at the OSC (weather permitting), $5 per person (weekly)

Wed 28-Jun Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 28-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 29-Jun Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Recreation Building

Thurs 29-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 5pm-6pm, Ages 5-11, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 29-Jun KARATE Program, Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC, Call to Register.

Thurs 29-Jun Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 30-Jun Open Play Pickleball 9am-12pm, North Recreation BEGINS every Fri.

Fri 30-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 30-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

* Subject to Change, Check with Recreation ■

J uly R ec R eation a ctivities

Sat 1-Jul Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 1-Jul Boat/ Jet ski/ Private Dock Regatta 12pm at Marina

Sat 1-Jul Beach Party, 2pm-5pm, Main Beach

Sat 1-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 2-Jul HORSESHOE Tournament 10am, OSC

Sun 2-Jul VOLLEYBALL Tournament 11am, OSC

Sun 2-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 3-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Mon 3-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Tues 4-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Wed 5-Jul Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 5-Jul Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 6-Jul Water Aerobics with Diane BEGINS, 10am, Main Pool

Thurs 6-Jul Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 7-Jul Lake Swim BEGINS, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

Fri 7-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 7-Jul Open Play Pickleball 9am-12pm, North Recreation (every Fri.)

Fri 7-Jul Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 8-Jul Flea Market, 9am-3pm at Ski Hill

Sat 8-Jul Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 8-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 9-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 10-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Mon 10-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Tues 11-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 11-Jul Happy Hour Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 5:30-6:30pm at the OSC (weather permitting) $10 per person (weekly)

Wed 12-Jul Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 12-Jul Family Bingo, 6pm, ISC

Wed 12-Jul Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 13-Jul Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 14-Jul Lake Swim, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

Fri 14-Jul Open Play Pickleball 9am-12pm, North Recreation (every Fri.)

Fri 14-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Sat 15-Jul Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 15-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 16-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 17-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Mon 17-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Tues 18-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 18-Jul Happy Hour Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 5:30-6:30pm at the OSC (weather permitting) $10 per person (weekly)

Wed 19-Jul Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 19-Jul Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 20-Jul Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 21-Jul Lake Swim, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

Fri 21-Jul Open Play Pickleball 9am-12pm, North Recreation (every Fri.)

Fri 21-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Sat 22-Jul PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT, 1pm, Men & Women, 65+, ISC

Sat 22-Jul PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT, 8:30am, Men & Women, ISC

Sat 22-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 23-Jul PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT, 8:30am, Mixed Doubles, ISC

Sun 23-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 24-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Mon 24-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Tues 25-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 25-Jul Happy Hour Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 5:30-6:30pm at the OSC (weather permitting) $10 per person (weekly)

Wed 26-Jul Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 26-Jul Family Bingo, 6pm, ISC

Wed 26-Jul Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 27-Jul Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

Fri 28-Jul Lake Swim, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

Fri 28-Jul Open Play Pickleball 9am-12pm, North Recreation (every Fri.)

Fri 28-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 28-Jul Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Fri 28-Jul Intro to Pen and Ink All ages $5.00 per person 3p.m.-5p.m. Bring a thin black marker Reservations required

Sat 29-Jul Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 29-Jul FISHING DERBY, Roamingwood Marina, check in 6:30am, Begins at 7am, Ends at 12pm

Sat 29-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 30-Jul Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 31-Jul Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Mon 31-Jul Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

* Subject to Change, Check with Recreation ■

Lake/Marina Rules

***** All dock owners must identify their docks in a visible manner as recommended by management. The dock owners lot number must be displayed on their dock and visible to see from the lake side. Numbers will be available to purchase at Recreation, or at your own discretion.

1. All watercraft owners are required to register their boats and pay the appropriate fee(s) with The Hideout Recreation Department. Additionally, all owners of watercraft (20 horsepower or more) must have a minimum of $250,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage and $50,000 property damage liability coverage. Owners of watercraft nineteen (19 horsepower) or less (not including electrically powered) must have at least $100,000 in liability insurance. Electrically propelled watercraft(s) needs a State Registration but does not require a Certificate of Insurance.

2. A Certificate of Insurance for the appropriate amount of liability coverage from the insurance company listing The Hideout POA as a co-insured party must be presented at the time of registration.

3. Personal watercraft and motors must be available for inspection accompanied by a current State Registration.

4. The maximum size for any registered watercraft cannot exceed 90 horsepower unless registered before June 1983; Personal Watercraft, i.e. Jet Skis and Wave Runners are subject to a Maximum of 110 Horsepower, Provided the PWC has a 4 Stroke Engine, Maximum Horsepower for a 2 Stroke Engine is 85 Horsepower.

5. The maximum length of watercraft permitted on Hideout lakes is seventeen (17) feet unless registered before June of 1983.

6. All lake activities must comply with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. For a complete listing of PA Fish and Boat Commission Safety Rules and Regulations contact Northeast Region office at (570) 4775717.

7. All power watercraft must travel in a counter-clockwise direction.

8. Double water skiing (including towing of two skiers/two tubes) is prohibited on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays.

9. The PA Fish and Boat Commission regulated the minimum age of all watercraft/ PWC operators. No person 11 years of age or younger may operate a watercraft/ PWC propelled by a motor greater than 10 horsepower. No person 12 to 15 years of age may operate a watercraft/PWC propelled by a motor greater than 10 horsepower without obtaining a Boating Safety Certificate, a copy of which must be on file at The Hideout Recreation Department. Furthermore, anyone 12 to 15 years of age may not operate a PWC with any passengers on board 15 years of age or younger.

10. All persons in a watercraft must be seated while in operation.

11. Launching and landing of water skiers from docks or shoreline is prohibited.

12. All power watercraft must observe the

one hundred (100) foot minimum swell speed regulations when operating near all regulating buoys.

13. Water skiers directly ahead of or behind another boat are prohibited.

14. Each water skier (including tubers) must wear U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices.

15. When water skiing or tubing, there must be one observer facing (spotting) the skier or tuber at all times.

16. Water skiing and/or use of personal watercraft(s) (PWC’s) is prohibited before 8:00 a.m. and after sunset or when visibility becomes poor.

17. All boating activity must cease on any lake during electrical storms or conditions that may result in personal injury.

18. All watercraft must be equipped with U.S. Coast Guard approved wearable personal flotation devices for each person on board.

19. Placing of buoys in Roamingwood Lake is prohibited except when authorized by Association management.

20. Inflatable rubber rafts, without attached motors, are to remain within one hundred (100) feet of the shoreline if they are approved to carry only two or fewer occupants. Rubber rafts approved for three (3) or more occupants may go beyond this limit and must be registered as a non-power boat with the Recreation Department.

21. Main Lodge docking facilities are reserved for all watercraft; these facilities are intended for temporary use only and are restricted to 30 minutes per watercraft.

22. All users of sailboats must maintain a proper lookout at all times.

23. Rowboats with or without motors are not to occupy marina dock slips.

24. Motorized vehicles are not permitted on frozen lakes at any time.

25. Guests are not permitted to register any type of power watercraft for use on any Hideout Lake.

26. Deerfield and Brooks Lakes are reserved for fishing and non-powered boating. Electrically trolling motors are permitted.

27. An immediate fine of $500.00 and the potential suspension of lake privileges will be assessed for the following infractions (Amended by the POA Board/1998):

•Operating a watercraft on any lake which is in excess of established horsepower and length regulations on any lake;

•Misrepresentation of documents required for registration of watercraft.

28. Marina space renters failing to remove their watercraft by designated date shall be subject to a fine plus costs to remove and all subsequent costs incurred. This violation may result in suspension of future dock use.

29. Washing of watercraft in launching areas, beaches, and lakes is prohibited.

30. Watercraft may not be anchored within 100 feet of any roped swimming area or park areas.

31. A moving watercraft shall not overtake or pass another watercraft within the 100-foot swell rule.

32. Personal watercraft operators must possess a Boating Safety Education Certificate pursuant to PA Commonwealth Statute, effective January 1, 2000. The Statute provides for a $50.00 fine for the first offense and a $100.00 fine for each subsequent violation of the Fish & Boat Commission Regulations. (Amended by the POA Board, April 29, 2000)

33. A mandatory fine of $250.00 for the first offense and $500.00 for the second offense will be assessed to anyone who has not successfully completed the Boater Safety Education Course regarding the operation of PWC.

34. A mandatory fine of $50.00 for the first offense and $100.00 for the second offense for anyone who fails to possess a Boating Safety Certificate while operating a PWC.

35. A mandatory fine of $500.00 will be assessed to anyone who operates a watercraft in a reckless manner. In addition, the Board reserves the right to suspend the Lake and Marina privileges of said violator.

36. Everyone fishing must display a current Membership Badge along with his or her Pennsylvania Fishing License (required of all persons 16 years of age and older). Violators are subject to fines by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission as well as the POA.

37. Roamingwood Park: Open fishery to harvest fish per Pennsylvania State Fish and Boat Commission Regulations but recommend catch and release. Follow state guidelines with the following exceptions:

Exceptions: Use of Alewife and Golden Shiners for bait are prohibited Bass - Cut state limits in half. Therefore: Jan 1 - Apr 17 and Nov 1 - Dec 31: 15’, 2 (combined species) Apr 18 - Jun 12: NO HARVEST Jun 13 - Oct 31: 12’, 3 (combined species) Walleye - NO HARVEST (year round) No harvesting of Walleye or Grass Carp. A fine of $125.00 per fish not immediately returned to the water will be imposed for failure to comply.

Deerfield Lake: Open fishery to harvest fish per Pennsylvania State Fish and Boat Commission Regulations but recommend catch and release. Follow state guidelines with the following exceptions:

Exceptions: Use of Alewife and Golden Shiners for bait are prohibited No harvesting of Grass Carp. A fine of $125.00 per fish not immediately returned to the water will be imposed for failure to comply.

Brooks Lake: Open fishery to harvest fish per Pennsylvania State Fish and Boat Commission Regulations but recommend catch and release. Follow state guidelines with the following exceptions:

Exceptions:

Use of Alewife and Golden Shiners for bait are prohibited

No harvesting of Hybrid Striped Bass. A fine of $125.00 per fish not immediately returned to the water will be imposed for failure to comply.

(Amended June 6, 2015).

38. Fellow members for various recreation activities share the lakes in The Hideout. It is essential that all who fish clean up their sites before they leave. Litter, including bait containers, fishing line and plastic and paper wrappers are unsightly and a potential danger to our wildlife friends.

39. Members are urged to use extreme caution while fishing from rowboats or canoes. Coast Guard Approved Personal Flotation Devices are required for each occupant on all types of watercraft on all waters in the State. Any boats using a motor must be registered with the PA Fish Commission. All boats used on any waters in The Hideout must be registered with the Recreation Department and display the current year’s registration sticker.

40. Ice Fishing is not permitted on any of The Hideout Lakes.

41. Dock spaces involve a waiting list for members that, once selected, dock space remains with the member in good standing each year, contingent upon payment of the yearly season rental fee.

CAUTION: ALL FUELING AND REFUELING OF WATERCRAFTS MUST COMPLY WITH BOATER SAFETY HANDBOOK WITH REGARD TO VENTILATION AND FUELING.

*****NOTICE*****

Effective September 28, 2013 – At the Executive Session of the Board of Directors the Board passed the following resolution to improve our lake water quality as well as boating safety on Roamingwood Lake. The motion reads as follows:

To decrease both the noise on and oil pollutions in Roamingwood Lake, Effective January 1st 2014 all new gas powered boats being registered for the first time in The Hideout must be equipped with FOUR STROKE MOTORS. The maximum horse power remains at 90hp! The boat length restriction will remain at 17 foot, but will no longer be measured by the Recreation Department.

Also, to eliminate concerns and confusion on how a boats length will be measured before it can be registered in The Hideout, effective January 1st 2014 all new boats being registered in The Hideout for the first time must present official documentation (copy of title or registration) from the State in which the boat is registered that shows that the boat’s length does not exceed 17 feet.

****Used boats owned by a Hideout Property owner and were previously registered for Roamingwood Lake and are sold to another Hideout Property owner for use on Roamingwood Lake will be considered “grandfathered” and will be exempt from the Four Stroke Motor only restriction.

THE NUBIA MALKIN ART CENTER

2023 J une A rt C enter A C tivities

Thurs 01-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 02-Jun Crafts W/Marie, 11Am To 1Pm

Fri 02-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 02-Jun Adult Ceramic Time, Byob, 6Pm To 9Pm

Fri 02-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny, 13 Yrs+, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 6Pm To 9Pm

Sat 03-Jun Family Craft W/Marie All Ages Welcome $5.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 11Am To 1Pm

Sat 03-Jun Woodburing W/John Bobcik, 13Yrs +, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 1Pm To 3Pm

Sat 03-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny,13Yrs +, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 1Pm To 4Pm

Sun 04-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 3Pm

Thurs 08-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 09-Jun Crafts W/Marie,11Am To 1Pm

Fri 09-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 09-Jun Adult Ceramic Time, Byob, 6Pm To 9Pm

Fri 09-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny, 13 Yrs+, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 6Pm To 9Pm

Sat 10-Jun Storytime, Ages 2Yrs To 6 Yrs, 11:30Am To 12:30Pm

Sat 10-Jun Storytime, Ages 2Yrs To 6 Yrs, 11:30Am To 12:30Pm

Sat 10-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Sat 10-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny,13Yrs +, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 1Pm To 4Pm

Sun 11-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 3Pm

Thurs 15-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 16-Jun Crafts W/Marie,11Am To 1Pm

Fri 16-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 16-Jun Adult Ceramic Time, Byob, 6Pm To 9Pm

Fri 16-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny, 13 Yrs+, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 6Pm To 9Pm

Sat 17-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Sat 17-Jun Storytime, Ages 2Yrs To 6 Yrs, 11:30Am To 12:30Pm

Sat 17-Jun Woodburing W/John Bobcik, 13 Yrs +, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 1Pm To 3Pm

Sat 17-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny,13Yrs +, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 1Pm To 4Pm

Sun 18-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 3Pm

Thurs 22-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 23-Jun Crafts W/Marie,11Am To 1Pm

Fri 23-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 23-Jun Adult Ceramic Time, Byob, 6Pm To 9Pm

Fri 23-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny, 13 Yrs+, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 6Pm To 9Pm

Sat 24-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Sat 24-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny,13Yrs +, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 1Pm To 4Pm

Sun 25-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 3Pm

Thurs 29-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 30-Jun Crafts W/Marie,11Am To 1Pm

Fri 30-Jun Ceramics For All Ages, 11Am To 5Pm

Fri 30-Jun Adult Ceramic Time, Byob, 6Pm To 9Pm

Fri 30-Jun Stained Glass W/Penny, 13 Yrs+, $20.00 Per Person, Reservations Required, 6Pm To 9Pm

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REAL ESTATE

Fair Weather Cleaning Projects

By: Terri Ditty, Broker Associate

Summertime and the living is easy. Don’t get too comfortable! There are some crucial home cleaning projects you should tackle in the good weather to help your home hold value for the long haul. And…people like to buy clean homes!

Whether your home is two years old or a classic chalet from the 70’s, you can help your house hold its value and curb appeal with a few simple cleaning projects. Keeping a home in shape is a little like good dental hygiene…routine attention prevents major renovation!

Stay on top of these at least once a year and you’ll help your home shine, and you’ll fend off the threat of more costly repairs and replacements later.

1. Power wash. Blast off mold, stains, kicked up mud, and the grim insect life which can build up. This is good for your exterior walls, and also driveways and patios. If you don’t own a power washer, you can usually rent one affordably. Be careful with power washers, though, as they can also strip paint when used improperly. If power washing isn’t your bag personally, hire someone to handle this wet-and-wild job.

Trash &

2. Gut the gutters. Freely flowing gutters prevent a host of problems. Dig out the muck to be certain that water isn’t backing up under your roof or running down to the foundation. Check the downspouts for cracks and corrosion. Be sure to run water through the clean gutters to see if there are any holes you may have missed while inspecting the clean gutters.

3. Wash the windows. This is an inside and outside approach. Start with the outside. While power washing can sometimes be harsh on window seals, using a hose with a green/garden safe cleaning fluid is a good way to start. Once you’ve taken care of the outside, remove and wash any indoor window treatments (blinds, drapes) and do a thorough job with the glass

4. Sheds and garages. Start by discarding. A year can result in unwanted objects or half-used containers. Be ruthless in what you keep. Once you’ve identified the must-keep items, then it’s time clean the interior of the shed or garage.

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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Public Works Committee Meeting Minutes

May 10, 2023

Call to Order: 10:00 AM

Pledge of Allegiance

Present: R. Straczynski – Chair, J. Dunn, M. Popadynec, J. Casey, L. McKenna, D. Conlon, W. Pols, D. O’Neil, R. Berri

Excused: T. Foley

Dennis Polhamus - Facilities Manager, Craig Rafaniello - Project Manager, Michael Terranova - Board Liaison

Guest: R. Trombley

MINUTES from April Session reviewed and edit changes vote/Approved on-line (10-0)

DISCUSSIONS

OLD BUSINESS:

-2023 Tour discussion on process changes at May meeting.

-Club House – Renovations completed. Ready for summer season business.

-Art Center – interior renovations are completed. Looking into spray booth filter and if there is a schedule for maintenance. Opening date TBD per Recreation Dept.

-Truck Bids – 3 Bids submitted. Two awarded, trucks sold.

NEW BUSINESS

-Line Striping Machine - ordered, when delivered - will touch up parking lots. Roads will be done next year. Overall cost avoidance by performing work internal.

-Gardeners Shed - evaluated & will replace roof by inhouse crew

-Concrete work – award to Koveleski. Club House & Trash area this year. Lodge next year.

-Spring Clean Up – in progress & on schedule, crews are out and work is under way.

-Marina – Port-a-Potty(s) need to be placed, and perform general review of area.

-North Pool Deck – to be replace 2024

-Parks and Rec – New buoys positioned on the Lake. North Pool Tennis courts shut down for season. Court surface winter weather damaged and unplayable. Long lead on repair time.

PROJECTS

-Tiki Bar – Install railings and drink tables. TV’s are installed. POS connections being done. Soft Open Thursday May 25. Checking Occupancy & weight load, Signage being replaced.

-Main Gate – Documents are with Peters Consultants & Penn Dot. Will be a phased 3-5 year project. Negotiate milling Rt 590 bridge with Penn Bridge Dept.

-Northgate Project – Budget set at $337K. Money in capital Reserve. Permit issued and will begin work after Labor Day. Reviewing traffic logistics for that time.

-Ski Hill - new lane created for 2023. Expanding snow tube runs. Installing steps & railings. Also, Handicap access, new drainage system. Ice Rink status TBD. Magic Carpet in 2024.

-Stormwater – Working with DEP at Deerfield area. POA Crew has completed 21 culvert/drainage improvements during first quarter.

-Reserve Study - waiting for final report via Finance Dept.

-Road Repaving - 2025 estimate to begin. Last paved in 2008, will be done in multiple stages.

-Emergency Power Generators – project review to cover entire POA buildings & services. Project is in initial discussion stages.

-Campus Emergency Plan – overall project update is in initial discussion stages.

Committee Member Observations

-Clean mailbox tops

-Several OSC issues to be reviewed, and Bocci Counts still need attention.

-Rec Center, tennis court side, lower plastic brick facia is coming off.

-Tennis Courts – many have cracks or cuts in surface, need review/repair to keep open.

Motion to Adjourn: 10:55 AM Motion by: John Casey Second by: Lisa McKenna

Next Meeting will be June 14 at 10 AM. ■

AREA WORSHIP SERVICES

ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 105 Gravity Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Mass Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8 & 11 a.m. Father

Stephen Bosomafi. (570) 698-5584.

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 334 Saint Mary’s Church Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Mass Saturday at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Father

Stephen Bosomafi. (570) 698-5584.

SALEM COMMUNITY CHURCH, (United Methodist Congregation) 613 Hamlin Highway, Hamlin, PA 18428. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Reverend Dr. Jeff Rarich. (570) 689-6011.

LAKE ARIEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 110 Maple Avenue, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 9 a.m. Pastor Don Gillchrist. (570) 226-6713.

LAKEVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 431 Purdytown Turnpike, Lakeville, PA 18438. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Pastor Don Gillchrist. (570) 226-6713.

ST JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 564 Easton Turnpike, Hamlin, PA 18427. Services of Holy Communion Sunday 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. Reverend Ronald R. Miller, Ph.D. (570) 689-9260.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 815 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Pastor Mark Juengel. (570) 226-4835.

GRACE RIDGE CHURCH, Sunday Service 9 a.m. and 10 a.m., 761 Terrace Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Reverend Michael Lyle. (570) 253-5451.

CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 803 8 Route 435, Elmhurst Township, PA 18444. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Communion on first Sunday of the month. Pastor Aaron Schappell.

(570) 842-1454.

FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 1606 Route 507, Greentown, PA 18426. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Reverend Chè Weber.

(570) 676-5861.

HAMLIN ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 613 Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Kenneth Claflin.

(570) 689-2630.

NEWFOUNDLAND MORAVIAN CHURCH, 985 Main Street, Newfoundland, PA 18445. Sunday Service 10:45 a.m.

Pastor Mark Newman.

(570) 676-8201.

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL, 615 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Every other Friday Service

7:30 p.m. Rabbi Elliott Kleinman.

(570) 253-2222.

TEMPLE HESED,

1 Knox Road, Scranton, PA 18505.

First Friday of the month Service 6 p.m., all other Fridays Service 8 p.m.

Rabbi Daniel Swartz. (570) 344-7201.

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 405 Church Street, Hawley, PA

18428.Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m.

Reverend Adam Reinhardt

(570) 226-2411

Email: spelc@ptd.net

CANAAN BIBLE CHAPEL, 30 Hemlock Road, Lake Ariel, PA

18436. Sunday Service 10 a.m. and

6 p.m. Pastor Daniel Henwood. 9 a.m. Sunday School (570) 937-4848. Home of Canaan Christian Academy. ■

AMENITY BADGE REMINDER

Members and guests of members, 7 years of age and older, MUST possess a current amenity badge at ALL times while at ANY of The Hideout amenities.

As of July 30, 2022, MEMBERS only may substitute a mobile picture of their amenity badge clearly displaying the front of their amenity badge which includes the current year sticker, name, photograph, and lot number.

THANK YOU!

Please let our local businesses know that you saw their ad in THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER!

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL

Schedule 5782-5783

All Services are available online.

June, 2023

9 Friday – Services 6:30 PM

10 Saturday – Torah Study 9:30 AM

23 Friday – Services 6:30 PM

24 Saturday – Torah Study 9:30 AM

LETTERS Good News

July, 2023

28 Friday –Services 6:30 PM

29 Saturday –Torah Study 9:30 AM ■

is a section in The Hideabout where members have an avenue to report good news, show their appreciation, or praise our wonderful community.

Good News should be sent to: The Hideabout Newspaper, 640 The Hideout, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 or email Lgreen@thehideout.us

Hamlin/Lake Ariel Rotary wishes to extend the gratitude expressed by the Senior Center and Salem Community Church food pantries.

Volunteers collect and distribute food items left inside the Public Safety office at the Main Gate to many local churches and the senior center. Your donations of non-perishable food lessons hunger amongst our neighbors and strengthens their belief in kindness.

Our sincere thanks for your generosity.

Eileen Culley

McKenzie Method and Low Back Pain

By: Bernard J. Povanda, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT

The McKenzie system, also known as the McKenzie Method, is a physical therapy approach that focuses on assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions, including low back pain. Patients with low back pain can benefit from the McKenzie system in the following ways:

Assessment and classification: The McKenzie system provides a structured approach to assessing and classifying low back pain based on its location, direction, and response to movement. This helps to identify the specific mechanical problem causing the pain and allows for targeted treatment.

Self-management: The McKenzie system emphasizes patient education and self-management techniques. Patients learn exercises and techniques to manage their pain and improve their function. This empowers patients to take an active role in their recovery and can improve their overall quality of life.

Specific exercise prescription: The McKenzie system provides specific exercises and movements that target the patient’s specific mechanical problem. These exercises improve the patient’s mobility, stability, and strength, which can lead to a reduction in pain and an improvement in function.

Fast and effective treatment: The McKenzie system is an effective and efficient treatment for low back pain. Studies have shown that patients who receive McKenzie treatment experience faster and more significant improvements in pain and function compared to traditional physical therapy.

Overall, the McKenzie system can be an effective treatment approach for patients with low back pain. It provides a structured approach to assessment and treatment, empowers patients to take an active role in their recovery, and can lead to faster and more significant improvements in pain and function. ■

PT, DPT, AIB-VRC

AHideout

Building Permit is required for the installation/operation of any “non-portable” residential whole house/ stand-by electrical generator. Small portable units are excluded. A separate permit is required if you need to install a propane tank to fuel the generator.

ALL applications for permits are located on The Hideout website or you can get any permit application at the POA Office.

IMPORTANT PORTABLE GENERATOR

SAFETY TIPS:

- Never operate a generator indoors - it can cause unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas

which, if inhaled, can be fatal.

- Do not install a generator right next to your home - carbon monoxide can collect in the eaves of your home.

- Don’t refill the generator’s gas tank while the unit is running as this can cause a fire, leading to serious injury or death.

- Be sure to remove all gas from the tank when storing your generator.

HOW TO CHOOSE A GENERATOR

- Identify the items you will need to run in the event of a power outage. Choose the generator that meets or exceeds the total

wattage requirement.

- Assistance from a qualified electrician is also advisable.

• 5,000 WATTS (41.7/20.8 AMPS)

Powers Refrigerator 700 watts, AM/FM radio 50 watts, Color TV 450 watts, Eight 100-watt lights 800 watts, Microwave 1,000, Sump pump 1,000 watts, Water pump 1,000 watts

• 6,800 WATTS (56.7/28.3 AMPS) Powers everything a 5,000 watt generator does, plus: Deep freezer 500 watts, Washing machine 1,100 watts

• 8,000 WATTS (66.7/33.3 AMPS)

Powers everything a 6,800 watt generator

does, plus: Attic fan 300 watts, Clothes dryer (gas) 700 watts, Four 100 watt lights 400 watts

NOTE - A simple formula to calculate how much combined power you’ll need to run appliances and tools is volts x amps = wattage. Check the power demands of your appliances to determine whether they can run simultaneously or intermittently. Always consult the data plate on the appliance for accurate electrical information.

Starting watts: Always plug in the appliance with the highest starting wattage first and add appliances in descending wattage order.

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Important Information You Should Know

THE SPEED LIMIT IN THE HIDEOUT IS 25 MPH

in designated Safety Zones fines are doubled. Please watch for our pedestrians. We have many children and adults out riding bicycles and walking dogs.

Please observe all signs and Association rules for the safety of our members, guests, and staff.

ATTENTION MEMBERS

When your guests come to visit, please make sure that they know your lot number when registering at the gate. This will expedite entrance into the community.

HAVE GUESTS COMING TO THE HIDEOUT FOR A VISIT?

You can register your guest online or using your mobile device including Apple, Android and Blackberry. To register please visit The Hideout website http://www.hideoutassoc.com and click on “On-line Guest Registration” to fill out the form. Once signed up, you will receive an email with directions.

LAKEVIEW AND WOODPOINT COURT

A dangerous condition arises on busy weekends from vehicles parking on the side of the road on Lakeview and Woodpoint Court. Vehicles parked on the side of the road in this location impede traffic and could possibly block access to the area by emergency vehicles. Due to this condition the Board has passed a motion deeming Lakeview and Woodpoint Court “Emergency Access Roads.”

No parking will be permitted on the side of the road in this area. The Public Safety Department will aggressively enforce this rule. Anyone who parks in this location will be subject to a $150.00 fine and a $300.00 fine for repeat offenses.

AMENITY BADGES

Members and guests of members, 7 years of age and older, MUST possess and display a current amenity badge at ALL times while at ANY of The Hideout amenities. As of July 30, 2022, MEMBERS only may substitute a mobile picture of their amenity badge clearly displaying the front of their amenity badge which includes the current year sticker, name, photograph, and lot number.

SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP CARDS

In order to use our Food & Beverage licensed facilities, you must either be with a member or have the member purchase a social membership card for you. Social Membership cards are available at the Clubhouse.

HIDEOUT DIRECT NUMBERS

ATTENTION VETERANS

If you have a chronic illness or injury which occurred while you were in Military Service, you may be entitled to compensation. However, you must first file a claim with the Veteran’s Administration. For additional information, please contact Disabled Veteran Bob Addieg (570) 698-8337. No fee involved. ■

HIDEOUT PHONE NUMBERS

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The Hideout’s website has a public side as well as a member side. To register for the member side, please go to the home page and click on the “Member Login” button and then hit Member Registration. Your member number will be on your Dues Statement.

HIDEOUT FACEBOOK

Like us on Facebook - go to Facebook.com and enter “Hideout Property Owners Association” in the search bar.

BIRTHDAY CORNER

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Please contact Lisa Green at lgreen@thehideout.us to announce your child’s birthday in The Hideabout Newspaper. Submit by the fifteenth of the month for the next issue. Your picture will be returned upon request.

GOOD NEIGHBORS CLUB

The Hideout Adult Social Group (HASG) believes in neighbors helping neighbors. Although the Good Neighbors Club is a function of the HASG, we are pleased to offer medical equipment to all Hideout residents.

Many people in the Hideout have donated medical equipment which they no longer have need of. These items are now being kept in a storage closet in the Indoor Sports Complex. There are lots of walkers and crutches, some canes, numerous potty chairs, and shower seats, a few wheelchairs and a scooter. If you have need of any of these for yourself or if a guest is coming for the weekend and is in need of one for that time period, you may borrow one by stopping in at the Recreation office, 570-630-3733, and someone will show you to the storage closet.

Please remember to sign out whatever you are borrowing. If you are unable to get to the Indoor Sports Complex, please contact Judy Restaino at 570-698-9840, and she will arrange for you to get what you need. ■

Hideout Adult Bowling League

Week 33 - April 19th was an exciting round of bowling. Teams were battling to capture their FINAL 4 Points of the League.

Congratulations to our “Sweep” Teams: CAR PICKS, SASSY STRIKE QUEENS & WHISPERERS

STRIKE KINGS: Ralph Concepcion 216 (504), Charlie David 214 ( 582), John Kane 203 (563), Chuck Bertani 199, Larry Kiefhaber 192 (518), Mike Labate 183, Mike Burns 183 (528), Geoff Gliebe 180 (521), John Gaspari 179, Will D’Ambrosio 178, Len Wysocki 178, Al Dekler 174, Tom Maguire 173, Rob Trombley 171, Peter Mennona 168, Dale Conlon 165, Ray Lubanski 163, Pat Noone 163, Dave Dimmick 162, Bill Wagner 162, Dave Trombley 161, Willie Schumacher 159, Lou DelliSanti 159, Ed Cherico 157, Vinny Recchio 156, Bob Hoffenberg 155, Ken Wenz 149, Nick Mitrani 145, Paul Schiavo 145, Rick Hadley 144, Peter Tomasetti 137 & Mike Hanbury 125.

STRIKE QUEENS: Karen Gliebe 200 (482), Ronnie Noone 174 (478), Doris Kane 168 (465), Marge Conlon 163, Gail Endorf 163 (456), Bobbie Hraba 152, Marilyn Sevigny 147 (433), Cindy Gaspari 147, Stephanie Wysocki 147 (437), Lucille Koehler 139 (402), Sue Dimmick 137, Reggie Hadley 135, Joanne Trombley 133, Janice Wagner 130, Kathy Lubanski 129, Carole Maguire 129,

Jeanne Schumacher 125, Lisa Caldararo

124, Laura Hinton 111, Renee Recchio 111, Karen Bertani 109, Donna White 104, Joyce LaRocca 97 & Carolyn Renna 96.

TEAM #12 - WHISPERERS shattered the pins with a 1872 Awesome High Team Series. Congratulations to Vacant, Bobbie Hraba, Larry Kiefhaber & Captain Mike Labate for a spectacular round of bowling!

Bowlers of the Week: Chuck Bertani tore up his lanes & ripped out a great 199 & 496...76POA. Lisa Caldararo was in a groove making her mark with a BIG 124 & 342...33POA!!! Will D’Ambrosio

shattered the pins for a grand 178 & 489...75POA!!! Karen Gliebe had a “Strike

‘Em Down” attitude as she fired off a superb 200 & 482...53POA!!! John Kane put in an awesome performance rolling a 203 & 563...80POA!!! Willie Schumacher had several strikes up his sleeve when he stunned the pins & “aced” a very impressive 159 & 444...42POA!!!!! Joanne Trombley had a splendid afternoon on her lanes scooping up a 133 & 358…52POA. Stephanie Wysocki with her mighty ball in hand, bounced the pins into the channel for a superb 147 & 437...44POA.

HONORABLE MENTION: SPLIT

CONVERSIONS: 7-3-6-10 - Mike Burns, 5-10 - Bobbie Hraba & 2-7-10 - Nick

Mitrani

April 19, 2023 was end of 2022-2023 League Play. The Hideout Adult Bowling

League Strike Kings AND Strike Queens were CROWNED: Here are the Results:

17th Place - Team 7 - SPARE THE B.S.Captain Al Dekler - Janice Wagner, Joyce LaRocca, KC White

16th Place - Team 1 - WE NEVER WIN

- Captain Peter Mennona - Sue Dimmick, Vacancy, Ray Lubanski

15th Place- Team 10 - SASSY STRIKE

QUEENS - Capt. Lorraine Procopio, Nick Mitrani, Karen Gliebe, Stephanie Wysocki

14th Place - Team 9 - OH WELL!!! -

Captain Mike Burns - Dale Conlon, Ed Cherico, Carolyn Renna

13th Place – Team 15 - LANE

WARRIORS - Captain Lou DelliSantiJoanne Trombley, Marilyn Sevigny, Gail Endorf

12th Place – Team 17 - NO PRESSURE - Captain John Kane - Laura Hinton, John Gaspari, Karen Bertani

11th Place - Team 14 - 3 MEN AND A

LADY - Captain Tom Maguire - Dave Trombley, Renee Recchio, Mike Hanbury

10th Place - Team 3 - WEEBLES -

Captain Pat Noone - Peter Tomasetti, Carole Maguire , Dave Dimmick

9th Place – Team 16 - TIME 2 SPARE -

Captain Bill Wagner - Jeanne Schumacher, Rob Trombley, Cindy Gaspari

8th Place - Team 11 - OUR GANG -

Captain Charlie David - Rick Hadley, Vacancy, Vacancy

7th Place - Team 4 - CAN’T CATCH A

BREAK - Captain Ronnie Noone - Chuck Bertani, Jeff Sias, Bob Hoffenberg

6th Place - Team 6 - BA BOOM - Captain Geoff Gliebe - Vinny Recchio, Paul Schiavo, Lisa Caldararo

5th Place - Team 5 - CAR PICKSCaptain Joe Stach - Kathy Lubanski, Will D’Ambrosio, Ken Wenz

4th Place - Team 8 - TRIOLO’S CREW

- Captain Larry Triolo - Mike Proscia, Ken Bertani, Reggie Hadley

3rd Place - Team 12 - WHISPERERS

- Captain Mike Labate - Vacant, Bobbie Hraba, Larry Kiefhaber

2nd Place - Team 13 - KING OF THE

QUEENS - Captain Doris Kane - Marge Conlon, Lucille Koehler, Len Wysocki

1ST PLACE & THE 2022-2023

HIDEOUT ADULT BOWLING

LEAGUE CHAMPSIONS - TEAM 2PICKLEBOWLERS - Pasquale Mozzone, Willie Schumacher, Donna White and Captain Ralph Concepcion

The Hideout Adult Bowling Banquet was held on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Thank you to Brett and Dakota for serving us with delicious cocktail hour appetizers, entrees and desserts. ■

1St Place & The 2022-2023 Hideout Adult Bowling League Champsions - Team 2 - Picklebowlers Pasquale Mozzone, Willie Schumacher, Donna White, & Captain Ralph Concepcion

Pins Over Average Awardees

Paul Schiavo, Joanne Trombley, Mike Hanbury, Jeanne Schumacher, & Laura Hinton

Successful Split Conversion Executions this season Reggie Hadley (6), Jeff Sias (4), Lucille Koehler (4), John Gaspari (4), & Mike Proscia (4). Joyce LaRocca was all smiles receiving her Pins Over Average Bowling Pin Award for this season. (not pictured Sue Dimmick & Carolyn Renna)

Officers 2023-2024 Season

Bill Wagner - Treasurer, Reggie Hadley - Secretary, Dave Dimmick - Vice President & Rick Hadley - President will remain as the Hideout Adult Bowling League Officers

BOB MORGA ‘MARK OF EXCELLENCE AWARD’ has been awarded to a bowler who started the season with an impressive 165 & pumped up her average to 170. She stayed consistent in her mental & physical game, never distracted by any pressure. To her teammates she is super woman & we believe it. She is a fierce competitor & a true team player. This Year’s Mark of Excellence is presented to Ronnie Noone for.... High Average 170, High Game 247, & High Series 614.

THE HIDEOUT POA INC.

ACTUAL VS BUDGET - ACCRUAL BASIS

THE HIDEOUT POA, INC. ACCRUAL BASIS - OPERATING FUND OPERATING FUNDS (MONTH)

OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE)

OPERATING FORECAST (YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31)

NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments.

Footnote Explanations

A: Dues Related Income stated on an Accrual Basis.

B: Dues Related Income Budget based upon 2023 Actual Dues Billings less Allowance for Bad Debt.

C: Current Year to Date Surplus (Deficit) 2023.

D: 2023. Forecast projection based upon actual results achieved

E: Forecasted Surplus (Deficit) for 2023

Forecast Adjustments

Amenity projections were adjusted to conform to budget & seasonality

Budget Variances

1. Ski Hill revenue over by $98.8k; expenses over by $82k; net $16.8k under budget

2. Marina revenue up by $25.3k due to seasonality

3. Administration revenue up by $86k due to S/T registration fee one time payments; expenses over budget by $59.3k

4. F&B departments-revenue down by $89.3k; expenses down by $67.8k; net $21.5k over budget

5. Maintenance expenses $83.5k under budget due to minimal overtime during snow season

2023 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES - AS OF Apr 30 2023

NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments.

Celebrate Juneteenth

In 2021, President Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, which established an official holiday to commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. The act became law and the holiday was celebrated two days later.

Origins of Juneteenth National Independence Day - The origins of Juneteenth date back to June 19, 1865. Months after Confederate forces surrendered in the American Civil War, enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally told they were free. Union soldiers arrived in Galveston and explained that slavery had been abolished and the war was

over. This liberation actually took place more than two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Act, which freed enslaved people throughout the country.

Juneteenth began as a regional celebration that was observed locally each year before becoming a state holiday in Texas in 1980. Juneteenth was subsequently recognized as a holiday in a number of other states before President Biden officially made the day a federal holiday in 2021.

Juneteenth traditions - Due to federal law, federal businesses are closed for Juneteenth. Private businesses may opt to close or remain open. Some may issue

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a floating holiday to those who would like to observe Juneteenth.

Celebrations vary across the country. Some states host parades, and families and friends may gather to play games and enjoy food and other fun. Public readings or church services relevant to the holiday also may be part of Juneteenth celebrations.

Juneteenth food traditions - Juneteenth has its own traditions, including some involving food. For example, many people enjoy a dish known as the Marcus Garvey salad. Marcus Garvey was a Black activist who sought to unify and connect people of African descent worldwide. The dish is made with red,

green and black beans to symbolize the Pan-African flag. Additional Juneteenth foods are red, which is no accident. Before slavery was abolished, many slaves ate foods that were white, green or brown. Eating brightly colored red foods was a rarity and a cause for excitement. The color red also was associated with the cultures of people who used to be enslaved. Red beverages, sauce-covered barbecue, red velvet cake, and many other red foods and beverages are now served on Juneteenth.

Juneteenth is now celebrated across the United States and can serve as a catalyst for discussions about American history. ■

From: Paul Matarazzo B.Env.Sc., Environmental Manager

Greetings,

The Lakes are open for business, and the warm weather is here to stay! Here’s a look at what is going on to kick off the recreating season.

Reminders

• Please ensure that all use of firepits complies with state and Hideout rules in regards to burning.

o Follow along with burn ban/risk notices via The Hideout email blast and PADCNR website.

o We ask that members use extreme caution at all times, but specifically when conditions are dry and pose a risk of forest fires.

o Please make use of mesh spark arrestors to prevent embers from causing brush and forest fires.

Lakes

• Microbac testing of all three lakes for E. coli has begun and will continue through the beginning of September.

• Largemouth Bass have been stocked in Brooks, Deerfield, and Roamingwood Lake.

o Fish habitat will be installed to ensure a healthy recreational fishery to maximize the potential of stocking efforts and increase opportunities for recreational anglers.

• Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) monitoring of all three lakes will continue throughout the beginning of September.

o Please report suspicious algae to the Environmental Manager when sighted.

o HABs tend to resemble a green colored paint spill on the water’s surface.

Spring Green-up Contest

• Spring Green-up contest winners have been selected! We’d like to thank everyone who participated for their wonderful submissions.

o The five winners are as follows:

- Robert Trombley

- Sean Herlihy

- Joanne Imlay

- Douglas Denning

- Iggy Rivera

Committee Opening

• One more opening is available in the Wildlife and Forestry Committee, the committee currently has 6 members, with a maximum capacity of 7 allowed. This committee is suited for those that have a vested interest in preserving native habitat within The Hideout, and looking after our local wildlife, ensuring that they remain in good health, and are properly managed. For information on this committee, please reach out to the environmental manager at:

o 570-698-4100 x120

o pmatarazzo@thehideout.us

• Aside from the Wildlife and Forestry Committee member opening, the committee is also in search of volunteers to help maintain, and add to the Roamingwood native garden. Activities would include things such as plantings, weed management, and other routine gardening. NWF (National Wildlife Federation)

• Please consider registering your Hideout property as certified wildlife habitat through the NWF.

• The Hideout is seeking national recognition as a certified wildlife habitat community via the NWF. In order to achieve this goal, 150 residents must have their property registered with the NWF. We are nearing this goal, and would become members of a small group of communities throughout the state of Pennsylvania by reaching this designation!

• Upon registering a property as certified wildlife habitat, a $20 fee is due. The Hideout will cover this $20 fee for all residents who seek registration of their property.

• To register, please email the Environmental Manager (pmatarazzo@thehideout.us) for a link providing online registration, or stop by the POA office for a paper application!

o For any questions regarding certifying property as NWF wildlife habitat please reach out to the environmental manager via the email address provided above as well. ■

Lithium-ion Battery Safety

With the growing popularity of things like e-bikes, electric cars, and other lithium-ion battery operated devices, it is important that safety precautions are taken to prevent hazard. The main concern regarding lithium-ion batteries is malfunction causing fires. Fires started via lithium batteries are extremely difficult to extinguish, and all safety precautions to prevent this should be taken.

The first step in avoiding malfunction with lithium-ion batteries is buying from a reputable seller, providing reputable brands. Purchasing off brand, or devices not certified by national testing laboratories (UL), should be a red flag come purchase time.

How batteries or devices are stored and charged, are a key contributing factor to their durability, and operating efficiency. Batteries should be stored within temperature ranges specified by the manufacturer, and inspected for deformities regularly. When charging lithium-ion batteries, always be sure to plug them directly into outlets, and avoid using power surge strips, and other devices such as extension cords. Using only chargers designed for the specific battery, from the same manufacturer is recommended to ensure the integrity of the device. Using non approved chargers and batteries can result in overheating batteries that result in a fire / malfunction. It is recommended to never overcharge lithium-ion batteries, and to remove them from charging as soon as they are complete. When charging devices, you should always be present to monitor the

situation should a problem arise.

When selecting an area to charge and store lithium-ion batteries, take into consideration ensuring they are not near flammable materials, or other ignition sources. While this may go without saying, it is a simple step that could aid in avoiding disaster.

When it comes time to dispose of lithium-ion batteries, do not throw them in the trash or recycling bin. Search for your nearest battery recycling center or drop zone, and proceed with the center’s instructions for disposal.

If a lithium-ion battery fire does arise, call 911 immediately. These fires are generally not able to be put out with a standard fire extinguisher, and spread rapidly. The sooner the fire department is notified, the sooner the situation can be handled and rectified should an issue occur.

Lithium-ion battery powered devices are a fantastic way to help reduce emissions, and aid in environmental preservation, and conservation. But in order to use them responsibly, safety precautions should be taken to ensure that minimal risk is present. Whenever purchasing a lithium powered device, take a few extra minutes to read the manufacturers recommendations, and ensure you properly use the device.

Sources:

• https://www.nyc.gov/assets/fdny/ downloads/pdf/codes/dangers-of-lithiumion-batteries.pdf ■

ROAMINGWOOD SEWER & WATER ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 6, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 (570) 698-6162

Check out our website at: https://www.roamingwood.com

2023

Proposed RS&W Board Meeting Schedule

Dates subject to approval & changes

All meetings are held at the RS&W Office Wednesdays at 10:00 AM

June 21

July 19

August 23

September 20

Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association

ATTENTION!!! Extended Roamingwood Sewer & Water Office Hours

Starting June 3rd through August 26th, the RS&W business office will be open Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for customer service phone calls and walk-in customers.

ANNUAL FLUSHING!!

RS&W has begun annual flushing of the water distribution system. This process removes settled minerals, that occur over time, throughout the distribution main. Unfortunately, this process stirs up the sedimentation and may cause a brownish discoloration of the water reaching your homes. If you should notice brown water, run the kitchen faucet on cold only or a hose bib until the water runs clear This process could take several minutes to clear. If your water does not clear up in a reasonable amount of time, please contact our office and a technician will be dispatched to check your lines.

October 7(Saturday 9:00 AM)

November 22

December 20

METER INSTALLATION / LEAD & COPPER SERVICE LINE INSPECTIONS

RS&W customer service representatives are currently reaching out to community members to schedule both a meter replacement and an EPA mandated inspection of your water service lines. Please help us by calling to schedule these appointments. Appointments are available:

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM 2:00 PM and Saturdays 9:00 AM 1:00 PM.

Service Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Rates for Service

Scheduled Service Hour Rates:

Service Call - $50.00, minimum

Water On/Off - $20.00

Unscheduled After Service Hour Rates:

Service Call - $75.00, minimum

Water On/Off - $75.00

Other Rates:

Sat., 10:00 PM to Mon., 7:30 AM

Service Call - $85.00, premium

Water On/Off - $85.00

On Holidays, Premium Rates Apply

RS&W staff is on-call 7 days per week; 24 hours per day. If you have a water or sewer emergency, call (570) 698-6162, wait for operator and press OPTION 1, to leave your name, lot number and phone number where you can be reached and your call will be returned promptly. All non-emergency service calls require 24 hour notice

Date 2023 Holidays

July 4th Independence Day

September 4th Labor Day

November 10th Veterans Day

November 23rd Thanksgiving Day

November 24th Day after Thanksgiving

December 25th Christmas Day

RS&W SEEKS QUALIFIED MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING

The Nominating Committee for Roamingwood Sewer & Water Association is seeking qualified candidates to run for the Board of Directors. There will be two (2) positions open in this election year. The term of office is three (3) years. Qualified candidates must be Members in good standing and be available to attend regular monthly meetings of the Board. Board Members receive no compensation

MEMBERS WHO WANT TO BE CONSIDERED FOR NOMINATION BY THE COMMITTEE MUST SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST BY 4:00 PM, FRIDAY JUNE 16, 2023.

This short letter expressing interest in being nominated should include: 1) name, address and lot number; 2) brief resume of work and volunteer experience; 3) short statement as to why you would like to be a Board Member.

After Letters of Interest are received, the Nominating Committee must assure there is a minimum number of nominees. Notice of the Committee’s decision will be mailed to all persons expressing interest by Wednesday, June 21, 2023. In this notice, the Committee will ask candidates to answer two written questions, the answers to which will be used in the ‘Election Newsletter’. It is important that you answer the questions, so that your complete views are expressed.

Further election information and other important dates will be published in the July edition of The Hideabout.

REMEMBER! EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST SOON!

Direct all inquiries to: Nominating Committee, P.O. Box 6, Lake Ariel, PA 18436, Email: rswa@roamingwood.com, or hand deliver your Letter of Interest to the RS&W office Monday-Friday between 8:30 AM-4:30 PM.

Annual Water Quality Report 2023 Available -

The Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association is issuing the results of monitoring conducted on your drinking water for the per iod from January 1 to December 31, 2022. The purpose of this report is to advance consumers ’ understanding of drinking water and heighten awareness of the need to protect precious water resources.

The report can be viewed online at: www.roamingwood.com/about/water-quality-report or Directly at: www.roamingwood.com/docs/pdf/CCR/Annual_Water_Report_2023.pdf

These reports are furnishable upon request by mail. Please contact our main office during business hours at (570) 698 -6162 to request a copy be mailed to you.

Drinking water, know what’s in it for you!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roamingwood Sewer & Water Association is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Hideout Community Groups & Leagues

HASG Golf League By: John Martino

June is here! HASG golf is here! Congratulations to our new HASG Board consisting of Marge Conlon, President; Larry Kiefhaber, 1st VP, Nancy Kelly-2nd VP, Cathy Lowman-Treasurer, Kathy LubanskiRecording Secretary. Best of luck to them in the upcoming year, we look forward to the great many social events they will be responsible for. I’d also like to thank Barbara Kelcweski, outgoing president, for all the hard work she performed the past few years. She was very supportive of the golf league and helped me make it grow to our present status.

At the time you are reading this, our golf league which is a branch of the Hideout Adult Social Group (HASG), we will have played our first round and had our hot dog commencement luncheon. That means that we have all met new people who joined this year and probably made new friends already! The Golf League is a Social league and boy do we make it social! We have grown from 32 players to 72 players in three years! People ask me why. I realize that it is because we have FUN! Many of our members tell me that they look forward to Thursdays as the most fun time of the week! It is golf but it is also socialization and fraternization (and sororization???) as we play with new people every week and then have lunch at the Pub (hicccupppp!) sometimes.

Our golf includes lowest average putts for the season, everyone can putt and everyone has a chance. The most fun is deciding which shot to use – the one on the apron 25 feet away or the one on the green 7 feet away. Our poor Captains!! Lol Then the best average score for the season, again, a different foursome every week makes it anyone’s game. And the “Closest to the hole in two shots” on the 6th par three has taken over as the main interest of the golf day since the pot of $2.00 per person is desired by all our golfers and everyone has a chance of putting it real close to the pin. Even the most amateur beginner has won a few pots for their foursome! This year it will be even more interesting with 72 players and a larger pot!

We still have some room if you are interested as a few people had to drop out, call me if you want to have some fun! The golf league is just one of the things the HASG does during the year so look us up.

Email me at jamartino414@gmail.com or call at (570) 892-0545

HASG contact Marge Conlon at (631)327-8850 ■

HIDEOUT SPORTSMAN’S ASSOCIATION

Since 1995, The Hideout Sportsman’s Association has strived to improve the knowledge and skill of its members and neighbors in matters related to the proper care and handling of firearms, the management of shooting ranges and to develop fellowship, sportsmanship, and good citizenship among its members.

To that end, The Hideout Sportsman’s Association will partner with a local state-of-the-art indoor shooting range to offer courses in basic beginners pistol shooting and safety classes. These courses and others will be offered through The Hideout Sportsmen’s Association for a limited time.

Interested individuals should contact Ray West at (570) 616-5233 for details.

They meet on the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the POA. ■

HIDEOUT ADULT SOCIAL GROUP

The HASG was formed in 1980 to provide an opportunity for Hideout members, including renters, age 40 and over, to meet with and socialize with other members of our community.

If you enjoy meeting new friends, socializing with old friends, and like to party, then the H.A.S.G. is for you. Typical events include dinner dances, picnics, luaus, a “social” golf league, local outings, travel, and anything else you can think of that involves socializing, dining, and just generally having a great time with wonderful friends new and old.

The H.A.S.G. meets the second Thursday of each month (except December) at 1:00 p.m. at the Main Lodge.

Refreshments are always served. All interested Hideout members are welcome to attend our meetings. Let us know you’re coming and a member of our Welcoming Committee will greet you.

For more information please contact: Barbara Kelczewski (570) 503-0855, beesafe@echoes.net. ■

Hideout Community Groups & Leagues

The Hideout Sons and Daughters of Italy Hideout Chapter #3010

The

Sons and Daughters of Italy

The Sons and Daughters of Italy is a fraternal organization dedicated to preserving Italian American traditions, culture, history, and heritage and promoting closer cultural relations between the United States and Italy.

Whether you are of Italian heritage or are married to someone with Italian roots, The Sons and Daughters of Italy welcome you to join our group.

Meetings are held the the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Recreation Center.

Membership is a rewarding experience. Aside from preserving our cultural heritage, our organization awards scholarships to students, assists Italian American students with their career plans through internship, mentoring, youth programs, and donates funds to medical research and disaster relief efforts.

For information on joining us, please contact Lou Mazzacone at (845) 797-3278 or at Loumazz709@gmail.com.

Photo by: Joanne Imlay

Photo by: Iggy Rivera

Photo by: Robert Trombley

Photo by: Douglas Denning

Photo by: Sean Herlihy

Join THE HIDEOUT TEAM!

The Hideout POA, a Gold Star, four-season recreational, private, gated community in NEPA is seeking candidates for the following:

FOOD & BEVERAGE (PART-TIME/SEASONAL)

• BARTENDERS

o Mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests of the bar and service bar following standard recipes and the Company’s alcoholic beverage policies.

WAITSTAFF

o Take orders, serve food and drinks, answer inquiries about the menu, and attend to the wishes of guests.

PUBLIC SAFETY (PART-TIME/SEASONAL)

• BADGE CHECKERS

o Ensure Association members, guests, employees, and contractors follow strict adherence to the Amenity Badge Check Policy.

• PATROL OFFICER

o Ensure the public safety of Association members, guests, employees, and contractors.

APPLY AT: hideoutassoc.com

PLEASE NOTE:

Click on Employment

Applicants age 14-17 must have a PA Work Permit (may be obtained through School District).

Applicants will be subject to a PSP Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Certification and FBI Criminal Record Check w/ fingerprints upon conditional acceptance of employment (paid by the POA).

Applicants may be subject to Substance Abuse Testing upon conditional acceptance of employment (paid by POA). ■

The Pocono Mountains are majestic and grand Standing tall and proud across the Pennsylvania land

Its peaks reach toward the endless sky

A silent sentinel forever standing by

The morning sun shines bright on its face

A fiery glow with a regal grace

The mountains bask in the warm embrace

A vision of beauty that will never be replaced

They wear a cloak of light and dark green

A canopy of trees with the brightest sheen

Their slopes are a canvas painted with care

A heavenly masterpiece that can’t be compared

The mountains hold secrets hidden deep within Of all its wonders of peace and of sin

A world full of wildlife of rivers and ice

A challenge to conquer a paradise

The mountains beckon to all those who dare To climb its heights and to breathe its air

To stand at the summit and feel the cool breeze Moments of triumph and memories to seize

These mountains endure through time and space

A symbol of strength and holy grace

A wonder of nature a true gift to behold

A mountain of legends forever untold.

-WOLRAD/2023

WOLRAD is the pen name of Mark Darlow, a Hideout resident since 1984. WOLRAD offers to share his poetry for free at www.mhdarlow.medium.com Darlow also welcomes comments on his website www.iwonderdoyou.com

10 Unique Ways To Put Rotisserie Chicken To Use

Once a novelty in select stores, rotisserie chicken is now ubiquitous in supermarkets and other food centers. People are drawn to rotisserie chickens by flavor and convenience. Hot and ready to serve, rotisserie chicken makes for a quick and easy meal when time is of the essence and people don't want to spend on dining out at a nearby restaurant.

Rotisserie chicken can be served right out of the container just like a traditional roasted chicken. It also can be a component in many different meals. Consider these 10 ideas for putting rotisserie chicken to use.

1. After most of the meat from the chicken is eaten, boil the carcass with sliced onion, parsnips, carrots, turnips, and your preferred herbs to make a soup stock. Add bits of leftover chicken and noodles to have a delicious chicken soup.

2. Purchase premade pie crust and use it to line small ramekins. Mix chopped rotisserie chicken with a can of cream of chicken soup and thawed frozen mixed vegetables. Spoon the mixture on top of the bottom crust, then top with another crust round, poking venting holes in the pastry. Heat up until the crust browns and the filling is piping hot. The result is a delicious chicken pot pie.

3. Rotisserie chicken can be used as the filling for enchiladas, fajitas, and tacos. Simply season with a packet of taco seasoning or make your own blend

from a combination of paprika, chili powder and cumin.

4. Pulse rotisserie chicken meat in a food processor with celery, dill and a few dollops of mayonnaise or even Greek yogurt or ranch salad dressing. Add some crumbled bacon and serve the chicken salad between slices of toasted whole wheat bread.

5. Shred the rotisserie chicken and blend together with melted butter and hot sauce to make it Buffalo-style. Use it as a topping for pizza served with a blue-cheese sauce on the crust.

6. Add pieces of rotisserie chicken to omelettes and top with melted cheese for a savory breakfast or brunch option.

7. Rotisserie chicken chunks can be added to any of your favorite casserole recipes in lieu of fresh chicken.

8. Make mac-and-cheese a more substantial meal by mixing in shredded rotisserie chicken.

9. Recreate "chicken bog," a traditional South Carolina dish made from chicken cooked in broth and rice to make a thick and creamy meal.

10. Create a chicken stir-fry with the rotisserie chicken, Asian vegetables, and seasonings. Serve over glass rice noodles.

These are just a few of the many different ways to utilize rotisserie chicken in everyday cooking. ■

WHAT IF?

What if man were left To do just as he pleased, Never having to answer For his foolish deeds, While seeking his welfare only And forgetting his fellow man, As he wanders aimlessly Across this endless land?

What if no one ever came To talk with him, night or day? And what if he never took the time To listen, talk or pray?

What if no one ever came To comfort him in his distress? Or help pick up the pieces Of his unhappiness?

I wonder where we’d be today

If no one had stopped to care… How would we have survived? What if God had never cared?

Poem by: Millie Torzilli ©2020

A friend was staying at Noreen Crummy's house, and she took this beautiful photo. Thank you for sharing!

ONLINE GATE ACCESS

Hideout Members can register guests online. No need to call the gate.

You not only have the ability to register your guests online but also on your mobile device.

1. Members must be in good standing.

2. Members must first fill out the registration form to setup a login on our website at: www.hideoutassoc.com.

The registration form is under the Resource tab then go to Gate Access.

3. You will receive a confirmation from The Hideout once you register. ■

In Memoriam

Biagio “Bob” A. Fezza

August 4, 1940 - April 26, 2023

Biagio “Bob” A. Fezza, 82, of The Hideout, passed away Wednesday, April 26th, at Regional Hospital of Scranton following an illness. He leaves behind his companion of 33 years, Lucille Koehler.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Helen Trocchio and James Fezza. After graduating high school, Bob attended the seminary. Bob went on to work as a master carpenter in Brooklyn, NY, and a Diesel Mechanic for Brooklyn Union Gas. He was a member of the St. Thomas More / St. Mary’s Parish Community.

An avid bowler, Bob was a member of the Hideout Bowling League. Also, Bob was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Bob enjoyed electrical and mechanical work.

Also surviving are his nephew Kenneth Webber of Lake Ariel; half-sister Marie Kehoe of Georgie; half-brother John Fezza of Middletown, NY; many friends.

Private cremation took place at Lake Region Crematory in the James Wilson Funeral Home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to and are under the care and direction of James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel.

Additionally, Lucille is very grateful for all the condolences and love she’s received from friends and community members. Your support has helped her to navigate through a challenging time. This is just proof that The Hideout is a great community to live in. Thank you all. ■

Salem Township Board of Supervisors

Meeting Minutes - April 11, 2023

The regular monthly meeting of the Salem Township Board of Supervisors was held on April 11th, 2023. The meeting was called to order by the Chairman at 6:30pm with all members present. The Pledge of Allegiance was then recited. The minutes of the regular monthly meeting of March 14th, 2023 were approved on a motion made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor. The public workshop meeting minutes of March 29th, 2023 were approved on a motion made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor. The March 29th, 2023 Public Hearing minutes were approved with no comments or corrections on a motion made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

New Business: The Wayne County Commissioners James Shook and Brian Smith were present to discuss County projects. Mr. Shook introduced himself and gave some of his background information. Broadband is being expanded and adding towers to get better service in the County. Discussed a sore subject of the Tax Reassessment the County went from 5.9 billion in taxable real estate to 9.2 billion. Some appeals and adjustments will be made if necessary. Noted the county debt of 24 million and advised this should be completely paid off in 10 years and most neighboring counties are in more debt. Mr. Smith Wayne County Commissioner then spoke. He noted his life experience his interest in Wayne County and his family growing and living here. He noted that he had vowed to not raise taxes and only had to due to budget and employee needs. The cost of health insurance in the county has raised and that budget is 7 million on its own. He noted that being a commissioner, life experience is important and helps with the prospective to help maintain affordability.

Hamlin Fire and Rescue requested a letter of support to the USDA in their application for a low interest loan to purchase a newer used rescue tanker truck, to replace a current unit. The Supervisors noted their support and hope for continued growth and community service. Motion to provide letter made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor.

Sub-divisions: The Miller lot consolidation was reviewed. Gary Flood noted corrections made. Motion to approve made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Vincent Rivezzi with all in favor. The Terracino lot consolidation was reviewed and with no detrimental comments from the County a motion to approve was made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.The Dunay lot consolidation was reviewed and with no detrimental comments from the County a motion to approve was made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Vincent Rivezzi with all in favor. Matysczak lot consolidation was presented and a request for time extension from the original submittal was made with the request to extend until August 4th, 2023. A motion to accept and grant extension made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

Hamlin Hwy Plaza lot consolidation was discussed. It was noted that they have an issue with a lien from the Hamlin Fire Co on the one lot. The Supervisors noted that they wouldn’t at this time approve until they handled the lien with the Fire Company. Motion to table made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Vincent Rivezzi with all in favor. The Hamlin Convenient Store land development application was to be reviewed no representation available at the meeting. Concerns of flooding and stormwater retention, Township Engineer review with items to be addressed. Other notations of Penn-dot occupancy and a possible performance bond for stormwater controls. The Supervisors made a motion to table by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor. Penn Terra Engineers for the Family Dollar Store development requested and extension for 30 days to update engineer comments. Motion to approve extension made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor.

Old Business: 2023 Road Project bid openings as follows: Seal Coat ProjectPocono Spray Patching $ 65,076.94 Wayco Inc $ 71,369.94

Midland Asphalt $ 88,326.81

Motion to approve low bidder Pocono Spray Patching for the 2023 Seal Coat project made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

Paving ProjectHeidelberg Materials $ 261,320.00 Wayco Inc $ 263,725.08

Motion to approve low bidder Heidelberg Materials made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

Tire dumping issue on Moore Road/ Mt. Cobb Hwy was discussed. Vincent Rivezzi noted that Charles Rogers at DEP has issued a violation to this property. Discussion about building code violations, noted because the Township doesn’t have property maintenance that portion doesn’t apply. Diana Trygar noted that she had also talked with DEP and after violations they would have to follow through with court filing. It was noted that the Township Scag mower is on municibid for sale at this time scheduled for vote of sale at next Township meeting.

Attorney Updates: None

Correspondence: Real Estate transfer tax for the month of March received in the amount of $13,414.85. PSATS News Bulletin received advising for potential legislation updates.

Bills reviewed and a motion to approve and pay with no comments or corrections made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor.

Park Updates: Steve Wargo noted park in good shape and ready to mow soon. Port a pottie has been delivered to that park for the season.

Public Time: It was noted at this time that Merel Swingle has been awarded the Governor’s Award of Leadership Excellence and that he would be traveling to Harrisburg to receive his award at the State Ceremony being held. Public congratulations by all were wished.

Diana Trygar asked about the Moore Road, road sign and possible replacement. Supervisor Rivezzi noted the township had a lot of signs ordered and will look at replacing. She also noted concern over brush fires and questioned a burn ban. The Supervisors noted agreement with brush fire concern. The Hamlin Fire Company Chief James Webster was in attendance and agreed with a burn ban being put in place. Supervisor Rivezzi then made a motion to put a burn ban in affect immediately until the next Township meeting May 9, 2023 at which time it could be continued or will end, 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor. Diane Trygar also questioned the board as to possibly increasing Maplewood’s donation due to the increase use of their ladder truck and their need in the community. Jim Evans spoke and stated the stop sign at the end of Altemier was missing. Supervisor Rivezzi noted that sign was replaced last week after an individual of Ledgedale Fire advised on it.

Brenda Kizer, Vice President of Hamlin Fire & Rescue noted her Thanks on behalf of the Hamlin Fire Company to the Salem Township Supervisors and their secretary Jennifer Wargo, for all their assistance and continued support of the Fire Company, they appreciate all that has been done and the Solar System now installed provides for little to no electric bill.

Supervisor Swingle noted that the Township should consider a solar system for its building also. Motion to contact grant writer Jim Martin so as to apply for LSA grant consideration for solar at the Salem township building made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor. Jim Evans questioned the Board as to the solar at the Fire Co. Supervisor Rivezzi answered.

Hamlin Fire & Rescue Co again noted a huge Thank you for all the Township does for the Fire Department.

With no other comments a motion to adjourn was made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor. Meeting adjourned at 7:35PM

Respectfully submitted, Jennifer

Wargo Secretary/Treasurer

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Lake Township Board of Supervisors

Meeting Minutes - April 4, 2023

The regular monthly meeting of the Lake Township Board of Supervisors was held at the Lake Township municipal building on April 4th, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 7PM by the Chairman, The Pledge of Allegiance was then recited. Supervisors, Scottie Swingle, Robert Batzel and Timothy Jaggars were present.

R. Batzel moved to approve the minutes of the March 7th, 2023 Public Hearing and regular monthly meeting, carried 3-0.

T. Jaggars moved to approve the treasury report for March 2023, carried 3-0.

Public Comment:

None

Subdivisions:

None

Correspondence:

1) Lake Ariel Fire Maplewood Fire Co provided their Activity Report for the month of March 2023. They responded to 27 incidents they held 3 trainings and 1 work detail received 1 new member. 2) Maplewood Fire Co provided its Activity Report for March. They responded to 49 incidents with 37 being Medical. They also held 4 training and work nights. Maplewood Fire Co wrote the Township a Thank you for the recent donation which will allow them to make needed upgrades to their building.

Roadmaster’s Report:

S. Swingle reported that during the month March, the new cinder shed construction has been completed. They handled storms and cleaned up a few trees from the storms. The trucks were cleaned, and flags in town were changed. Metal from clean up on April 1st was taken to recycling.

Old Business:

1) Bid tree cutting project for Wallace Road. T. Jaggars moved to approve the advertising for Bids for the Wallace Rd project to be opened at the May 2nd meeting, carried 3-0. 2) Spring White Goods will be held again on April 15th from 9am until 1pm. 3) Primary Election will be held at the Lake Township Building on May 16th, 2023.

New Business:

1) Wayne County Commissioners

James Shook and Jocelyn Cramer were

present at the Township meeting to review with the residents and Supervisors what the County has been planning and what they have been working on. Mr. Shook noted that they have been working Broadband coverage as they have been for a while now. He noted that Gov. Shapiro has added money to help defray the costs and get much needed improvement in the WIFI and communications for the area. They met with the 911 Emergency Services and discussed an AEMT service. Assessment discussion 42% of properties went up in Wayne County while 58% stayed the same or went down. Ms. Cramer discussed a recovery to work project the County is working on with grants available. She noted the Human Services that are required by The State to be provided by the County and we have a gap in services in this area. She noted that the Commissioners provided ARP funds to municipalities for projects. The Supervisors thanked the Commissioners for their time. 2) 2023 Road Projects Bob Black Road Bridge. The bridge is a stone arch and may be in need of some repairs. Will reach out to the County to find ownership. 3) Pension Disclosure Statement provided from PSATS, T. Jaggars moved to approve and adopt as the Township Pension Disclosure as required, carried 3-0.

Additional Public Comment:

Jacob Hanna introduced himself as a candidate for Commissioner in Wayne County. He spoke noting his reasons for running for the office. Mr. Hanna noted that Wayne County is currently 24 to 25 million in debt this debt won’t be gone until 2034. He noted concern in the economic growth many people leave Wayne County to work. He would work for more Government transparency, and believes the he could help move the County in a new direction hoping for a strong future. Greg Davis questioned signage on the Chivers Road and requested it be looked at for compliance. S. Swingle said they would look into.

S. Swingle moved to pay the bills and approve the payroll and to adjourn the meeting carried 3-0.

Jennifer Wargo, Secretary

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