The Hideabout September 2022 by The Hideout

SEPTEMBER 2022 • www.hideoutassoc.com • VOLUME 41 • ISSUE 9 HIDEABOUTThe Life is better in a Gold Star Community President's Message Community Manager's Message Financial RegistrationCommunicationsFacilitiesPublicChairman'sCornerMessageSafetyCornerCornerCornerCorner Recreation ManagementCornerTeam Contacts Food & Beverage Corner/Info Board of Directors Minutes Board of Directors Meetings List 2022 HOA/Dues Comparison Meet the RecreationCandidates Golf EnvironmentalPage Page 2023EmploymentFinancialsBudget Pullout Classified Hideout Phone Numbers Advertisers' Directory..............................................4......................................3...................4......................................4......................................5.............................................6................................6........................................6 ...................................36,..........................................6........................7....................8,9..............10,11,12................12.......................13.............................22-2937,38,39 ......................................................72.....................................................48....................................49..................................50,51,52,53............................................60,61...................65,66,67,68.........................7,75..................................76 Reflection Park Come to Reflection Park on Sunday, September 11th at 8:30 a.m. to renew our 21 year promise to Never Forget... September 11, 2021

570.698.7299 • 1200 Hamlin Hwy • HideoutRealEstate.com BROKER/OWNERSMEAGHERANDHEATHERTIM Charts and statistics are based on information from the Pike/Wayne MLS for the period of 1/1/2021 through 12/31/2021. If you have a real estate contract with another real estate broker please disregard this letter. All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. YOUR NEIGHBORS TRUST THEIR PROPERTY WITH THE REGION’S MOST SUCCESSFUL AND EXPERIENCED HIDEOUT EXPERTS FOR 32 YEARS, WE HAVE BEEN THE HIDEOUT’S MOST-TRUSTED REALTORS BECAUSE WE GET RESULTS. THINKING OF SELLING? CALL THE BEST! 16 Pine Ln $1,600,000 566 Lakeview Dr $895,000 771 Deerfield Rd $499,900 3030 Northdate Rd $449,900 1663 Windemere Ln $447,000 350 N Gate Rd $409,900 279 Chestnuthill Dr $400,000 222 Parkwood Dr $399,900 129 Rockway Rd $370,000 86 Chestnuthill Dr $365,000 1948 Grandview Dr $350,000 88 Hidden Lake Dr $349,000 207 Chestnut Hill Dr $349,000 13 Chestnut Hill Dr $339,900 8 Brentwood Ct $330,000 26 Westwood Dr $325,000 542 Parkwood Dr $299,900 185 Lakeview Dr $299,000 4085 S Fairway Dr $289,900 24 Cedarwood Ter $289,000 12 Deerfield Ct $289,000 180 Ridgeview Dr $264,000 95 Windemere Ln $259,900 4129 S Fairway Dr $249,900 185 Ridgeview Dr $249,900 37 Glenwood Ln $248,000 10 Chippewa Ct $234,900 83 Parkwood Dr $225,000 57 Woodridge Dr $209,000 9 Lakewood Ct $199,900 3188 Northgate Rd $195,000 448 W Lakeview $1,495,000Dr 1322 Lakeview $1,450,000Dr 54 Cedarwood $415,000Ter 7 WIllow $399,900Ct 743 Woodridge $379,900Dr 13 Wildwood $349,000Ter 128 Boulder $299,999Rd 4156 Chestnuthill $255,000Rd Maggie Linda Eileen & Harry Dave & Marie Donna Linda & Robert Ellen Dakota Daisy Meghan Maureen Heather Christina Madison Morris Coccodrilli Talalas Kovaleski Gardner Amos Damisino Bonham Rockstroh Gapp Regalbuto Carney Warwick McGlone 2 • SEPTEMBER 2022 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER

Kudos to the Hideout Elves for hosting their Murder Mystery Dinner on August 20 at the Main Lodge. This sold-out event provided the membership with an evening of fun and laughter while raising much needed funds for local young people and needy families. That same day, Ryan's Angels hosted their Summer Picnic at the Outdoor Sports Complex. The many attendees danced to music from Lady and the Vets and enjoyed delicious food prepared by Eddie V. (aka Big Dog Daddy) of the Greentown Grill. During that event, I was honored to announce that Ryan's Angels has agreed to help the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company launch a capital campaign to build a new fire house.

jump-start this vital project.Todonate today, please use the below QR code or go to https://securepayment. link/lakearielfireco. You can choose to make a one-time or reoccurring payment. Please give what you can to give our volunteer firefighters a new home to serve the community for years to come. ■ For more information on Committee & Board of www.hideoutassoc.comTheEventpleaseMeetings,DirectorsvisittheCalendaronHideoutwebsite.Signinat:andfindthecalendarunder"MemberCentral." VOTE for your choice of POA CandidatesBoard by SeptemberFriday, 30! YOURCOUNTSVOTE!

Ihope you had a wonderful summer season. As it comes to a close, we had so many nice events around The Hideout.OnAugust 20, the Nominating Committee hosted it's Meet the Candidates Forum for the membership to have an opportunity to meet Board candidates and ask questions. I appreciate everyone for showing up, the Nominating Committee for their hard work throughout the year, and all the candidates for being willing to participate in the election process to volunteer their time to serve The Hideout.

The fire house, located across from Lake Ariel, has served the community well since the 1940's. Much has changed since then: the price of a loaf of bread was 10 cents, a gallon of gas was 21 cents, and Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis first performed in Atlantic City. The Hideout wasn't even thought of until two decades later, and the population of the area the Fire Department serves has grown by leaps and bounds. New firefighter apparatus has gotten much larger, and new technologies and equipment in place need much more space than the current location can handle. Additionally, the fire house functions as an emergency disaster facility and command center for emergencies, and they just need more space and a new building to carry out their lifesaving mission. While plans are preliminary, Ryan's Angels has agreed to pay for a grant writer who specializes in seeking grants to build and support fire houses. They have also agreed to create the Fire Department a new website to help solicit funds and keep the community up-to-date on their efforts to build a new fire house. By the time of the publication of this month's edition of The Hideabout, a significant announcement will be made at the Fire House on August 31. But they cannot just rely on grants to build a state-ofthe-art facility that should be in use gocause,$100Hideoutmembersupport.community'sIfeachofThedonatedtothisthatcouldalongwayto

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Given all that, the proposed increase in dues for 2023 is a $70 increase for the year. This amounts to $1.35 per week

September! This is the month we transition from Summer to Autumn with the cooler temperatures and crisp mountain air. I want to take this opportunity to thank all our employees for a very busy and wonderful summer! To all our Food and Beverage employees at the Clubhouse, Snack Shop, Tiki Bar, and Main Lodge … THANK YOU for the delicious food and great service. To our Public Safety staff … THANK YOU for the boat patrol and for taking care of our community. To our Maintenance staff … THANK YOU for maintaining our beaches, pools, and common areas. To the Recreation staff … THANK YOU for our Kids Camps and summer programs. To our Lifeguards … a big THANK YOU for keeping all of us safe while using our pools and beaches. To all our POA staff and every Hideout employee … THANK YOU too for a successful and wonderful summer season.September is also the month when The Hideout membership will cast their votes for two (2) Board of Directors positions. By the time this issue of The Hideabout is published, we all should have received voting packets by regular mail and/or email. Please read and follow all voting instructions. In a year with so many candidates, I cannot over-emphasize the importance of each individual vote. Whether you vote by electronically,mail, or by dropping your ballot in the locked ballot box at the POA, please be sure your vote is received by 4:00 pm EST on Friday, September 30th. The vote count will be held downstairs at the POA on Saturday, October 1st, at 10:00 am. The results will be announced via email blast.

It seems like yesterday we were toasting the arrival of 2022, and here we are, almost at the end of summer! Work on the proposed 2023 budget has been completed, and the budget is being published for Community review. It was a challenging task to prepare the 2023 budget. Uppermost in our minds was how can we minimize increasing dues while sustaining operations.

FROM LARRY CommunityFROTTENManager’s

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The Hideout is very fortunate to have two such dedicated volunteers as members. ■

Our staff will begin the process of securing our summer equipment and start preparing for the fall and winter that is coming. We ask all our members to let us know if they see areas that may need improvement as we progress towards our goals with the change of seasons. We will continue to work on our stormwater projects, which are many, in an effort to insure better protection for our members and their property. You will observe ongoing work on our facilities and infrastructure, maintaining The Hideout’s reputation as the premier community in Northeast Pennsylvania.

FROM DEBRA TRAMANTANO, FINANCIAL MANAGER

This year we will also have a service marking the tragedy of 911. The Hideout Help a Hero Fund, with the guidance of two of our members, Bob Wiegand and Bill Wagner, will present the 911 ceremony and associated events. We urge our members to participate in these events and continue our pledge to never forget. A special thank you to Bob and Bill, who have for years promoted and organized these and other events honoring our military and public heroes.

Hideout Members and Staff Summer 2022 is quickly becoming a memory. We hope this summer has provided a relaxing and renewal time for all of you. We have enjoyed a warm/hot summer, and the Spring rains subsided to allow for wonderful summertime enjoyment. Our lakes and pools were able to stay open except for a couple of short breaks requiring our staff to perform repairs or updates. You can see our staff is constantly upgrading our areas from pickleball courts to roadways and more. We have recently been receiving wonderful accolades from visitors from as far away as New Hampshire. We hope you will enjoy a safe and enjoyable Labor Day, which will conclude our wonderful summer of 2022.

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Consideringfromincreaserepresentsanda3.7%indueslastyear.theincreases in expenses we have seen across the board and the current inflation rate, I feel this is reasonable, if somewhat conservative. Saturday, Sept 24th, is the Community Budget review meeting. I look forward to seeing you there and answering any questions you may have. ■ The Speed Limit in The Hideout is 25 MPH unless otherwise posted 25

FROM RICHARD YOCUM Chairman's Message Welcome

Just as important as your vote for the two (2) Board of Director positions is your PROXY. If you cannot be physically present at the Annual Meeting on Sunday, October 16th at 10:00 am in the Main Lodge…. please fill out, sign, and return the Proxy form along with your ballot. A quorum of 10% of the membership is required to hold The Hideout’s Annual Meeting. All submitted Proxys are counted and then added to the members who are physically present to ensure a quorum.Iamending this article with the same three words I used at the end of my August article…. VOTE, VOTE, VOTE! ■

Energy costs have increased by 50% on average. Food costs have risen 10.4% from June 2021 to June 2022. Recruiting and retaining staff has mandated raising hourly rates in order to stay competitive with the market.

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We are facing unprecedented inflation rates. In June, we hit a fresh 40-year record, with consumer prices increasing 9.1% over the last twelve months.

By the time you receive this message, the election of two Directors for the Board of Directors will have begun. This is a beallimportantveryprocessmembersshouldinvolvedin.The election to the Board of Directors will provide the direction The Hideout will follow with its policies. These policies have a significant impact on the quality of life for members of The Hideout. Please take the time to review each candidate’s qualifications. This year again, we are proud to offer two methods of voting, either online or by paper ballot.

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2. No Feeding the Wildlife 3. Excessive Noise - loud music, partying after 11 p.m. 4. No Parking Overnight at Amenity 5. No Parking on the Street 6. No Parking on the Street Snow Emergency 7. Stop Signs and Yields 8. No Open Fires 9. Keep Your Pet Leashed 10. Keep Your Pet Under Control 11. Littering/Illegal Dumping 12. Failure to Comply In case of emergency, any questions or concerns,

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Here are of while you are visiting with us: Enforced please contact the North Gate, (570) 698-4100, ext. 142.

Jim Reese was promoted to Sergeant Public Safety Promotions Enforcement Hideout Public Safety Department does issue Traffic and Non-Traffic Citations.

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AAny individual obtaining a temporary hanging pass, at any of our gates, must provide the officer: 1. a valid state driver’s license 2. a valid state vehicle registration 3. a license plate number in order to obtain a pass. Members are encouraged to please advise their guests, contractors, or invitees entering The Hideout of this policy. Thank you!

Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 10 a.m.

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FROM TINA CORMA, OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

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As the busy summer season winds down and the leaves begin to change, I would like to talk about keeping The Hideout beautiful. We have been encountering some issues with people not cleaning up after their pets. Many communities and municipalities require cleaning up after your pets, as do we here in The Hideout. Failure to clean up pet excrement is a citable offense that carries a $50.00 fine for the first offense and a $100.00 fine for repeat offenses. People often believe that leaving dog waste to decompose is good for the lawn, but the truth is that dog poop is toxic to grass. Unlike cow manure, which is basically composed of grass, a typical dog's poop, which is made acidic through natural digestive processes and their microbiome, is enough to destroy the grass underneath it. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency describes dog waste as containing two types of pollutants: nutrients and pathogens. Dog waste that gets washed into waterways may carry pathogens that affect living things in the water and can make people sick that are in contact. Also, nutrients released from dog poop can stimulate the growth of algae and other plant life, making the water unsuitable for bacteriacouldillness,anydoguses.recreationalEvenifyourdoesn'tshowsymptomsoftheirwastestillcarryandparasites that are harmful to other pets and humans. You don't need to come into direct contact with dog poop in order to contract an illness from it. Diseases in poop can be transmitted by flies or other pets that the animal comes into contact with. If you've ever had to clean dog poop from the bottom of your shoe, you don't need to be told stepping in the stuff can ruin an unsuspecting person's day. Add to that the impact dog waste can have on the environment and public health, and it's not hard to see that picking up after your dog makes you not only a responsible dog owner but also a considerate neighbor. So please, it's simply the right thing to do. Make sure your dog has their tags on their collars and if chipped, that they are registered in case they are lost. ■

Fall is coming to The Hideout and soon we'll enjoy all the beautiful colors it brings!There is so much Board of Directors election and POA information in this month's issue that I will have to add more 50th Celebration and Member pictures to the October 2022 issue. Keep an eye out - we've got some really great ones! The Communications Committee is looking for some additional members. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please visit the POA Office to apply.

all of our Seasonal summer staff for an outstanding job this year. This includes lifeguards, aquatics staff, camp staff, and everyone who helps keep The Hideout one of the best communities in the area. When most communities and facilities struggled to keep pools open, camps going, and have different events during the summer, due to staffing issues. These young men and women stepped up and provided a great atmosphere and environment for community members and staff. So, a big thank you goes out to our seasonal staff. ■

The Recreation committee meets every third Thursday of the month in the Multipurpose room of the RSC. The committee will be looking for new members, and we always encourage community participation, and this is an open meeting. This is a great way to facilitate ideas and get information about upcoming events and create new events and programs here at The Hideout. These are just a few things that have started at our Recreation meetings and have come to life in 2022. The tennis court to two pickleball courts conversion at the Main Beach. We will have a bike rental system set to be delivered and up and running asap. The Basketball court located at the POA will be resurfaced and repainted. These are all great recreational opportunities for the community. Some things coming in 2023 are brand new boat rentals. We can’t wait until the

As we close in on the end of summer, I would like to thank all the community members for their patience and great attitudes, as we really had an awesome summer here at Recreation.

FROM DENNIS POLHAMUS , FACILITIES MANAGER Facilities Corner School is back in session. Please watch for students walking to and from The Hideout bus stops. Thank you! Vote for your choice of POA Board Candidates by Friday, September 30, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. YOUR VOTE COUNTS! The Election Ballots will be counted at the POA on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.

PLEASE DRIVE WITH CARE. BE ALERT. OBEY THE SPEED LIMIT. Our children are back in school. Kids will be walking our roads to meet the buses that will be entering The Hideout to transport them to school.

The function of The Hideabout Extra is to give you a day-by-day guide on what is available to do in The Hideout. Additionally, it provides updates that have occurred since the printing of the previous Hideabout Newspaper. You can find The Hideabout Extra in the "bird feeders" at the Main, North, and Stock Farm Member Gates and the Main and North Mailbox areas. You'll know it's an updated Hideabout Extra by its change in color. Thank you for following the "official" Hideout POA Facebook page. We keep it as up-to-date as possible with what to do in The Hideout, amenity hours, schedule changes, and amenity closures. It is a valuable form of communication between the Administration and the membership. You can find us by searching @ thehideoutpoa on Facebook and looking for The Hideout Flower! Also, keep an eye out for The Hideout TV Channel (Adams 920) and Hideout email blasts for informationcurrentfrom the questionsAdministration.Ifyouhaveanyorsuggestions

FROM JOHN BOANDL, RECREATION MANAGER

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FROM V. BOURNE, REGISTRATION SUPERVISOR Registration Corner

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As the summer season comes to an end, I want to thank our Maintenance department and housekeeping staff for a job well done ensuring The Hideouts amenities are clean and maintained through this extremely busy season. All the parks and beaches looked amazing all season long and all the buildings were fully operational. The road crew continues to hammer out our storm water projects for 2022 and they never slow down. This summer we saw an increase in trash and recycling as well as for bulk garbage. The team that works at the trash center goes above and beyond to assist our members with trash removal. With 2022 coming to an end in a few months there is still plenty of work that needs to be completed. We have sent out an RFP for the replacement of the ski hill transformer. The transformer is very old and is the main cause for power issues last year at the Ski Hill. The Ski Hill team has completed the yearly maintenance protocols and is just about all set for opening day in December. The Ski Hill team has been proactive in getting all the equipment and gear ready for the upcoming ski season. The Maintenance Complex fuel tank electrical lines are also scheduled to be replaced this year and the RFP has been sent out. Stormwater is and will be a constant workload for our team. As the road crew continues to correct our stormwater system many other smaller issues arise. We have a schedule of repairs that we adhere to and if any member has a stormwater issue, please contact Dennis Polhamus at Ext 136 to schedule a lot inspection to identify if this is a member’s issue or a TherestormwaterHideoutissue.aremanyfactors that play a role in stormwater remediation and some of them require permits from PADEP and Wayne County conservation prior to the work start date. As of right now the normal wait time for an application to be processed is 180 days from PADEP. The Tiki bar project is on hold until we receive additional bids that are in line with the budget. We anticipate this project to start in 2022 and completed by MayTrash2023.and Recycling will continue to be open Monday - Friday 6am-8pm and Saturday and Sundays 8am-8pm. Bulk garbage is available to members only in good standing and open for drop off Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday 11am-12:30pm. Please contact Desiree Detres at Ext. 133 or by email at ddetres@thehideout.us with any questions or concerns. We hope all of our members had a great summer season and we look forward to continuing our work in the fall and prepping our equipment for the winter months. ■

on how we can best communicate with you, please don't hesitate to call me at (570) 630-3707 or email me at lgreen@thehideout.us. I look forward to hearing from you! It is hard to believe it has been 21 years since September 11, 2001. I will spend this month thinking of all we lost, the families left behind, and the heroes of 9/11 and the weeks that followed. I am fortunate to see Reflection Park when I go to work each day and, if you have not stopped by the park yet, it is worth the trip. You can find it on Antler road, near the Main Gate. Have questions or suggestions for a particular Hideout department? You can find the Management Team's contact information on page 7. As always, enjoy your time in The Hideout! ■

Summer has come and gone, and what a busy season it was. For the most part, the weather was cooperative, and our members, their guests, and renters made great use of the community, creating wonderful memories at all of the amenities in The Hideout. Due to an ongoing system update, some gate access cards or clickers may fail to open the gates. Should any member have this problem, please call the Registration Department at (570) 698-4100 ext. 0 with the last five digits of the card number. The clicker number can be located inside the device. Thank you for Thecomwww.hideoutassoc.website:understanding.yourPleasevisitourforaccesstoHideaboutNewspaper, upcoming events, permit applications, forms, and documents. Social Membership and Gate/ Vehicle Access Pass Registration forms can also be located under the resources tab.As always, a big thank you to my ladies in the Registration Department for making things run as smoothly as possible. ■

Recreation Corner

Richard Yocum, Chairman Jerry Restaino, Treasurer Richard A. Guiffredo, Secretary Robert L. Tressler II, Director Michael Terranova, Director Larry Frotten, Assistant Secretary Jill Metschulat, Assistant Secretary Debra Tramantano, Assistant Secretary

POA BOARD OFFICERS

John Boandl - Recreation Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 163 jboandl@thehideout.us Dennis Polhamus - Facilities Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 136 dpolhamus@thehideout.us

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

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

Andrew Miller, President Lou Delli Santi, Vice President

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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 month. Thank you. ■ Members that are observing feral/community cats roaming around their property can get enrolled in the TNR program by completing the online, PDF fillable “Consent to Trap Form” available https://www.pdffiller.com/en/link_to_fill/672769522.htmhere

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

V. Bourne - Registration Supervisor (570) 698-4100, ext. 106 vbourne@thehideout.us

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

HIDEOUT PHONE (570) 630-3700 Front Desk (570) 630-3703 Larry Frotten, Community Manager (570) 630-3704 Gina Colazingari, HR Associate (570) 630-3705 Katie Beck, Human Resources Manager (570) 630-3706 V. Bourne, Registration Supervisor (570) 630-3707 Lisa Green, Community Relations Manager (570) 630-3708 Tina Fairfax, Administrative Assistant (570) 630-3709 Caroline Mongelli, Executive Assistant (570) 630-3710 It Department (570) 630-3711 Katrina Wehrmann (570) 630-3712 Francine Spinelli (570) 630-3715 Debra Tramantano, Financial Manager (570) 630-3717 Dennis Polhamus, Facilites Manager (570) 630-3719 Joe Kozuch, Public Safety Dir. (570) 630-3720 Tina Corma, Operations Supervisor (570) 630-3721 John Boandl, Recreation Manager (570) 630-3722 Maintenance (570) 630-3723 Desiree Detres, Facilities Admin. Clerk (570) 630-3724 Jill Metschulat, Asst. Community Manager (570) 630-3725 Paul Matarazzo, Environmental Manager (570) 630-3726 Food & Beverage Manager (570) 630-3728 Public Safety Patrol Room (570) 630-3729 Ski Hill Operations Manager (570) 630-3730 Clubhouse Bar (570) 630-3731 Clubhouse Hostess (570) 630-3732 Brett Schumacher, Main Lodge (570) 630-3733 Recreation Main Desk (570) 630-3734 Ceramics Area Nubia Malkin Art Center (570) 630-3735 Fitness Center (570) 630-3736 Golf Pro Shop Desk (570) 630-3737 North Gate (570) 630-3738 Main Gate

Joseph Kozuch - Public Safety Director (570) 698-4100, ext. 143 jkozuch@thehideout.us Lisa Green - Community Relations Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 lgreen@thehideout.us

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

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Are you interested in getting involved as a C Alley Cats volunteer or wish to make a donation to their non-profit organization? Please email calley@ptd.net or call them at (570) 226-6780. Did you know that The Hideout has had a TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) program in place since Spring 2019?

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

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

Lisa Green - Hideabout Editor (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 lgreen@thehideout.us 2021-2022

8 • SEPTEMBER 2022 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER Clubhouse Hours after Labor Day: Monday - 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. TuesdayThursdayWednesdayclosed-closed-4p.m.-9 p.m. Friday & Saturday - 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday - 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. ~ Reservations are requested ~ (570) 698-4100, ext. 151 Book your party for the Main Lodge or TODAY!Clubhouse Call (570) 630-3726 The Main Lodge

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MOTION:22-53

Gerard Restaino, Treasurer thanked everyone involved in making the 50th Anniversary celebrations a great success.

RESOLVED TO approve the July 30, 2022 Board Meeting agenda as presented. Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7-0.

• Saturday 8/20, 9:00am at Main Lodge –Meet The Candidates • Friday, 8/26 – Paper and Online Voting

MOTION:22-49

Board Members Present: Richard Yocum, Chair Andrew Miller, President Louis Delli Santi, Vice President Gerard Restaino, Treasurer Richard Guiffredo, Secretary Robert Tressler II, Director Board Members Absent: Michael Terranova, Director (Vote proxy given to Richard Yocum, Chair) Management & Staff Present: Jill Metschulat, Assistant Community DebraManagerTramantano, Financial Manager

Cash Flow: NBT Bank balance for Operations is at $3,756,000.00 as of 7/28/22.

We are obtaining bids for Tiki Bar construction and for a new Ski Hill transformer. Equipment: Newly acquired patrol car #103 is now in use. Truck #10 is undergoing repairs.

Meet The Candidates is scheduled for Saturday, August 20th, 9:00am at the Main Lodge. Candidate information is available on the Hideout website, the Hideabout newspaper, Channel 920 and The Hideout Official Facebook page.

Staffing/Departments: We are still experiencing a staffing shortage in Food & Beverage and Public Safety departments. We are covering all shifts in Public Safety. Recreation is coordinating the Fishing Derby today and camps are going smoothly. We have had nine (9) new hires since July and staff will be participating in customer service training over the next few months.

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Questions/Comments regarding Unfinished Business: None.

VionetteManagerBourne, Registration Supervisor Caroline Mongelli, Executive Assistant Terry O’Shea, Administrative Assistant Public Safety Officers

RESOLVED TO approve the Committee Meeting Report (CMR) from the Nominating Committee to appoint Arnold Milidantri with a term to expire on November 30, 2022. Motion made by Louis Delli Santi, seconded by Andrew Miller and passed 7-0. Richard Yocum, Chair advised the members that the Directors conducted a poll vote on this item on 5/27/22.

Richard Yocum, Chair gave the members an update on upcoming events and meetings as follows: • Friday 8/12, 9:00am at POA – Board 2023 Budget Review

6. NEW BUSINESS: MOTION:22-55 RESOLVED TO approve the unbudgeted expense for a 2022 Reserve Study from the lowest qualified bidder, Criterium-Peters Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $7,750.00. Criterium-Peters successfully completed the Association’s 2018 Reserve Study. The bids received are as follows: 1. Criterium-Peters Engineering, Inc.$7,750.00 2. Bustamante Engineers - $52,000.00 3. J. Hershey Building Consultants4.$37,650.00NEPTax & Accounting - $24,500.00 5. Reserve Advisors, LLC - $22,350.00 6. PS&S LLC - $20,000.00 Motion made by Gerard Restaino, seconded by Andrew Miller and passed 7-0. 22-56 MOTION:(Tabled)RESOLVED TO approve the operational expense for 5-year leasing of 28 golf carts at a monthly payment of $4,223.80 with Golf Cart Specialties. All Directors voted in favor 7-0 of postponing this motion to obtain additional information. 22-57 MOTION:(Tabled)

• Summer season has just started, the variances can be attributed to seasonality and is expected to balance out over the summer months.

MOTION:22-58 RESOLVED TO approve the acquisition of Lot #4019 to be allocated as Common Area contingent upon real estate tax payment confirmation, etc.. Motion made by Louis Delli Santi, seconded by Andrew Miller and passed 7-0. (continued on page 11)

MOTION:22-52

2. Approval of the July 22, 2022 Board Workshop minutes as presented.

MOTION:22-54

June Financials:

The net between income and expense variances is a surplus of $47,086.00.

RESOLVED TO approve the Exception from Bid for the unbudgeted capital expense to resurface the Racquetball court from the lowest qualified bidder, R.R. Wilmot in the amount of $6,450.00. The court will be converted for Pickleball.

Questions/Comments regarding the Financial Manager report: Lot #3864: Q: How many lots does the Hideout own? A: The Hideout owns 87 non-voting lots. RSW-owned properties are also non-voting.

RESOLVED TO approve the July 22, 2022 Board Workshop Minutes as presented. Motion made by Robert Tressler, seconded by Richard Guiffredo and passed 3.BOARD7-0.OF

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RESOLVED TO accept the June 24, 2022 results of the bylaw amendment “Article IV, New Section, Owner Rental Rights and Restrictions” membership vote as FOR 1,406 votes and AGAINST 988 votes, and move for admission to the minutes and adoption of same. The Board of Directors authorizes Hideout Administration to incorporate this bylaw amendment into all Governing Documents and implement as policy effective January 1, 2023. Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7-0.

•OpensFriday, 9/16, 1:00pm at POA – Board •WorkshopSaturday, 9/24, 9:00am at POA – Board Meeting, 2023 Budget Community Review, 2023 Budget Board Vote • Friday, 9/30, 4:00pm EST – Voting Closes • Saturday, 10/01, 10:00am at POA –Vote Count • Friday, 10/07, 1:00pm at POA – Board

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RESOLVED TO approve the operational expense for a service contract for 28 golf carts at a monthly payment of $504.00 with Golf Cart Specialties. All Directors voted in favor 7-0 of postponing this motion to obtain additional information.

RESOLVED TO approve the May 14, 2022 Board Meeting minutes as presented. Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Robert Tressler and passed 7-0.

• Year-to-date amenity expense as of the end of June 2022 was $4,425,120.00 vs. our budget of $4,208,077.00. This is an increase of $217,043.00 over budget.

1. R.R. Wilmot - $6,450.00 2. Blackrock & Son - $10,000.00 Motion made by Gerard Restaino, seconded by Andrew Miller and passed 7-0.

Richard Yocum, Chair advised the members that the Directors conducted a poll vote on this item on 6/16/22.

4. MANAGEMENT REPORTS: a) Financial Manager, Debra DuesTramantanoPaidin Full: As of 7/27/22, we have 3,560 lots paid in full which is 97.8% of our budgeted number of 3,640. This leaves 80 lots to be paid in full to reach 100% of our budget for the year. As of the end of June, we have collected $145,297.00 of delinquent dues payments against our budget of $80,000.00 which represents 82% more than budgeted.

DIRECTORS COMMENTS:

•WorkshopSunday, 10/16, 10:00am at Main Lodge – Annual Meeting & Organization Meeting

Stormwater Repairs: Maintenance is currently working on stormwater repairs on Ridgeview and Grandview.

Mr. Yocum advised the membership that the May 14, 2022 Board Meeting minutes were approved via poll vote by the Board in advance of this meeting so they could be published in the June issue of The Hideabout.

• Friday, 11/11, 1:00pm at POA – Board

5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: MOTION:22-51

Long Range Planning Committee Survey: The Long Range Planning Committee has developed a member survey for input on what improvements members and visitors would like to see in The Hideout. The survey link was attached to the 7/29 email to members, and paper copies are available at the POA.

• As of the end of June 2022, we are forecasting an approximate shortfall of just under $50,000.00. Capital Projects: We have spent $574,704.00 of our total capital budget of $2,135,438.00.

Questions/Comments regarding the Community Manager report: None

•WorkshopSaturday, 11/19, 9:00am at Main Lodge – Board Meeting

• Year-to-date amenity income as of the end of June 2022 was $1,509,029.00 vs our budget of $1,244,900.00. This is an increase of $264,129.00 over budget.

Katie Beck, Human Resources Manager Donald Yocum, IT Manager Lisa Green, Community Relations

MOTION:22-50

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. Michael Terranova, Director is not present today, but he has given his vote proxy for today’s board meeting to Richard Yocum, Chair. Members stood for The Pledge of Mr.Allegiance.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 July 30, 2022 Board Meeting agenda as presented.

Questions/Comments regarding Committees: None. 8. MEMBER QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS

Respectfully Submitted, Caroline ■ExecutiveMongelli,Assistant

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g) Enrollment in The Hideout’s short term rental program is not transferrable. If there is a change in ownership of a lot, any new owner desiring to rent their single family dwelling on a short term basis must begin the registration process anew prior to renting.

i) No short term rental agreements may be assigned, sublet, transferred or shared between two separate entities or parties.

m) The Board of Directors is empowered to only increase the fees set forth herein by majority vote after consultation with the Budget Committee on page 12)

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f) The annual fee to renew short term rental enrollment with The Hideout shall be $500.

2022 Hideout Board of Directors Election

• Legal • Personnel • Contracts Motion made by Louis Delli Santi, seconded by Robert Tressler and passed 7-0. 10. The Board did not move to re-open to General Session. Motion to adjourn Executive Session at 11:44am. Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Richard Guiffredo and passed 7-0.

Lot #175: Member asked that the ball field not be replaced by a driving range. Member asked if the Directors considered using electric golf carts instead of gas.

MOTION:22-61

RESOLVED TO approve that members be permitted to show a picture of their badge on their phone as valid identification at all Hideout amenities effective immediately. To be valid, the current year sticker and pool sticker must be placed on the front of the badge. Name, picture and lot number must not be obstructed. Motion made by Robert Tressler, seconded by Richard Guiffredo and passed Questions/Comments7-0.

Lot #1634: Members asked about the possibility of having the garbage area open 24/7 and loosening dog restrictions.

Friday, September

MOTION:22-607.COMMITTEES:

1. 6/24/22 membership vote results for bylaw amendment Article IV, New Section, “Owner Rental Rights and Restrictions” Meeting Minutes 2022

MOTION:22-62

Attachments (4 pages):

l) Members may rent their single family dwelling on a short term basis no more than ten (10) times per calendar year.

year prior to any rental in that year by submitting the renewal fee established by the Board of Directors and confirming the accuracy of the information on record.

Lot #334: Member asked about Lake and Salem Townships reviewing their own short-term rental ordinances.

9. Vote to adjourn General Session and move to Executive Session at 10:48am. (Article X, Section 19 of the Bylaws)

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j) Any single family dwelling registered for short term rental that receives three (3) citations for violating any Hideout governing document within a calendar year shall be denied the ability to rent that property for one (1) year starting from the date the third citation was issued.

RESOLVED TO approve the Committee Meeting Report (CMR) from the Nominating Committee for the adoption and implementation of a Candidate Evaluation Process for Board candidates for the 2022 Election and future election cycles. Motion made by Gerard Restaino, seconded by Andrew Miller and passed 7-0.

RESOLVED TO approve the Committee Meeting Report (CMR) from the Wildlife & Forestry Committee to appoint Alex Grohol with a term to expire on December 21, 2025. Motion made by Andrew Miller, seconded by Gerard Restaino and passed 7-0.

RESOLVED TO approve the Committee Meeting Report (CMR) from the Wildlife & Forestry Committee to appoint Richard Long with a term to expire on December 21, 2025. Motion made by Richard Guiffredo, seconded by Robert Tressler and passed 7-0.

Lot #603: Member asked for clarification of bylaw amendment Article IV, New Section (j) regarding citations.

h) Members must register each and every renter and anyone accompanying a renter into The Hideout through submittal of the necessary paperwork and applicable fee to The Hideout.

k) The fee schedule for short term rentals shall be determined by the number of nights a party is occupying the rental property as follows: 1 3 overnight = $150 4 7 overnight = $175 8 14 overnight = $205 15 28 overnight = $475

Lot #1866: Member suggested using advertising revenue to offset costs. Lot #3740: Member inquired regarding Director vs. Trustee in proposed 2023 bylaw amendment. Member suggested the possibility of adding a driving range at the ball field or campground. Member asked that Maintenance fix the lighting at the Pickleball courts.

30, 2022 at 4 p.m. Voting Closes Saturday, October 1, 2022 at 10 a.m. Vote Count at the POA Sunday, October 16, 2022 at 10 a.m. Annual Meeting at the Main Lodge

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MOTION:22-59

regarding New Business: Lot #243: Q: Have we considered owning vs. lease for golf carts? Q: Where is Lot #4019 located? A: Leasing with a service contract for 28 golf carts is the more cost-efficient option. A; Lot #4019 abuts the golf course and will be used for course access and stormwater Lotmanagement.#965:Q:Are phone badges permitted for Guests also? A: No, only Members.

Lot #1761: Member asked about slip availability at the marina. Lot #1142: Member asked about marina dock expansion and maximum amount of watercraft allowed on lake.

FRIDAY OCTOBER 7, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 PM POA

SATURDAY JANUARY 22, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 9 AM MAIN LODGE

FRIDAY JULY 22, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 PM POA SATURDAY JULY 30, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 9 AM MAIN LODGE

FRIDAY MAY 6, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 PM POA

SATURDAY AUGUST 20, 2022 MEET THE CANDIDATES 9 AM MAIN LODGE

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 2023 BUDGET COMMUNITY REVIEW 2023 BUDGET BOARD VOTE 9 AM POA

12 • SEPTEMBER 2022 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER 2022 Board Meeting Minutes - July 30, 2022 (continued from page 11) 3. Nominating Committee Meeting Report (CMR) re: candidate evaluations 4. Nominating Committee candidate evaluation template ■

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 11, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 PM POA

HIDEOUT POA BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2022 MEETING SCHEDULE

DAY DATE DESCRIPTION TIME LOCATION

FRIDAY AUGUST 12, 2022 2023 BUDGET REVIEW 9 AM POA

ECC Richard Guiffredo BUDGET Jerry Restaino DISCIPLINARY Jerry Restaino FOOD & BEVERAGE Andrew Miller COMMUNICATIONS Lou Delli Santi GOLF Lou Delli Santi LAKES Andrew Miller LONG RANGE PLANNING Richard Yocum PUBLIC SAFETY Michael Terranova PUBLIC WORKS Michael Terranova PARKS & RECREATION Robert Tressler GOVERNING DOCUMENTS Jerry Restaino WILDLIFE & MANAGEMENTFORESTRY Richard Yocum NOMINATING Michael Terranova RS&W Andrew Miller BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMMITTEE LIAISON LIST 2021-2022

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 PM POA

SATURDAY MARCH 19, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 9 AM MAIN LODGE

FRIDAY JANUARY 14, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 PM POA

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 9 AM MAIN LODGE

SUNDAY OCTOBER 16, 2022 ANNUAL MEETING 10 AM MAIN LODGE

SATURDAY MAY 14, 2022 REGULAR MEETING 9 AM MAIN LODGE

FRIDAY MARCH 11, 2022 WORKSHOP MEETING 1 PM POA

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER SEPTEMBER 2022 • 13 THE HIDEOUT HEMLOCK FARMS WLE LAKE TIMBERTRAILSNAOMI/ 2,700 Acres 5,000 Acres 1,292 Acres 2,600 Acres 4,022 Lots 3,271 Homes 1,384 Homes 2,000 homes 3,302 Homes 42 Miles Paved Roads 75 Miles Paved Roads DUES - DEVELOPED $1,900.00 $2,486.00 $1,900.82 $840 Membership/$2,336 HOA DUES - UNDEVELOPED $1,900.00 $2,009.00 $1,090.20 $620 Membership/$1,922 HOA

Center Fitness Center GENERAL GAME COURTS a TENNIS COURTS 6 Outdoor 2 Indoor 10 a Complex BASKETBALL COURTS 2 Outdoor 1 Indoor PICKLEBALL COURT 2 Indoor 3 Outdoor 1 BOCCE BALL COURT 2 Outdoor a SHUFFLE BOARD COURT 2 Outdoor 1 indoor 1 a HORSESHOE PITS 6 Outdoor VOLLEYBALL COURT 2 Outdoor a 1 Beach RACQUET BALL 1 Outdoor 1 1 BASEBALL FIELD 1 1 DOG PARK 1 Outdoor 1 ENVIRONMENTAL Nature Trail - 2.7 miles Wooded CommunityCommunityGarden Hiking Trails Nature Conservancy GARBAGE/RECYCLING Drop Off Center 7 Days Drop Off Center OVERVIEW WATER & SEWER 2022 HOA/DUES

BIG BASS LAKE ARROWHEAD LAKE POCONOPLACECOUNTRY 1,600 acres 1,130 homes 4,600 properties 26 miles paved roads 52 miles roads $2,209.00 $1,870.00 $1,597.00 $1,671.00 $935.00 $1,297.00 Appletree Sewer Improved $925 Developed $300 sewer/$650 water Undeveloped $200 sewer/$200 water Sewer Unimproved $437 24/7 Security 2 gates Public Safety EMS trained Gated 1 Indoor 1 Outdoor 3 heated, outdoor 4 3 Recreational 2 Recreational (260 & 90 acre) 2 2 4 1 1 5 Boat Launches 2 boat launch docks Clubhouse Banquet Room 3 Clubhouses 1 seasonal café 6 Playgrounds w/ picnic areas 6 1grillsmultipleplaygroundsparkspavilion Rental Shack a Store 1 11 1 1 Miniature Golf Ski IceTubingHillRunSkatingon Lake Ice Skating Recreation Center Sauna Fitness Center 6 Outdoor 5 6 2 Outdoor 2 6 1 1 2 1 11 22 Hiking Trail 2 Community Gardens 24-hour drop off Trash Center 2022 COMPARISON We have an App! The Hideout App will give you information on events happening in our community. To download go to the App Store or Google Play and search “The Hideout” then look for The Hideout flower. HideoutThe 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!

DUES - ADDITIONAL LOT RS&W Developed $402/qtr Water $117/qtr + Usage developed Central included with dues Owner Responsible. RS&W Undeveloped $258/qtr Sewer owner septic tanks

PUBLIC SAFETY 24/7 Public Safety 4 gates 24/7 Security, Ambulance & Fire POOLS 2 heated, outdoor w/ lifeguards Swimteam 3 2 Outdoor 1 Indoor 2 AquaticOutdoorClimb Wall - Outdoor Indoor Pool Indoor Spash Park LAKES 1 motorboat 2 nonpower recreational 4 aesthetic 4 2 interior lakes borders Lake Wallenpaupack 3 Lakes 1 Fishing Pond BEACHES 2 swimming with lifeguards 3 2 MARINA 1 w/ powerboat docks Dry Dock Storage 4 Non-power boat launches 1 w/ docks FOOD & BEVERAGE Clubhouse w/ bar Tiki Bar (seasonal) Banquet Facility w/ bar Snack Shop (seasonal) Ski Hill Grill (seasonal) Private Country Club Orchard ConferenceHouseCenter SnackClubhousebar Clubhouse Restaurant & Pub PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS 4 Playgrounds 5 charcoalparks grills 2 pavilions a EQUIPMENT RENTALS Canoe, Kayak, Paddleboards, Paddleboats, RETAIL SHOP Pro ClothingShop Shop COMPUTER ROOM 1 YOUTH CENTER 0 1 1 GAME ROOM 1 1 1 ARCADES a a COMMUNITY CENTER 1 WORSHIP 3 LIBRARY 1 1 CAMPING RV & Tent Campgrounds CRAFTS Art WoodworkersCenter Center Quilter's Room Art Center Craft Shop GOLF 9 hole course Pro Shop Golf Simulator Practice Net Chipping Green Mini Golf Course 18-hole course 9-hole course WINTER ACTIVITIES Ski Hill & Rental Shop Snow Tube Run Lake Ice Skating Lake Ice Fishing Skating SleddingRinkHill Ice Skating/Roller blading FITNESS FitnessSauna Center Hot SaunaTub Steam FitnessRoom COMPARISON

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I have more than three decades of experience as a public manager having held a number of positions, in United States House of Representatives, the New York City Council, and high-level posts in New York City government across several agencies. I was recognized by City Hall News as one of the top “Rising Stars in New York City politics and government.” I have also received awards from non-profit organizations, citing my strong advocacy of their mission to help support young people and families. While professionally rewarding, it pales in comparison to when I had the honor of accepting the “Gold Star Award” from the Community Associations Institute on behalf of the Hideout when the community received it for the first time during my tenure in 2011. I am pleased that in May 2022, the Hideout again was awarded the Gold GoldStar.

If elected, I intend to continue to provide my three decades of experience as a public manager to benefit the Hideout as I have held several positions in United States House of Representatives, the New York City Council, and in New York City government. Throughout my tenure, I have focused on large-scale operations involving budgets in the billions of dollars, been involved in many public policy and personnel decisions and specialize in public relations and government affairs.

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures?

Running the Hideout is akin to running a city: your responsibilities are vast while your resources are limited. It requires balancing the day-today operations of the community – from staffing critical areas such as Public Safety and Public Works, to taking a long-term look at the needs of the Hideout in how to invest in infrastructure and existing and new amenities. During the past three years, the Hideout has done just that. We didn’t make the mistake of laying off staff during the shutdown and kept staff on the payroll, oftentimes asking them to work remotely and offering services to the membership in new ways. This critical decision allowed us to quickly reopen when COVID-19 restrictions were dropped, while getting over $800,000 in Payroll Protection Program funding. During that time, we also prioritized investments in infrastructure such as upgrades to our amenities including the Main Lodge, the Clubhouse, the Wood Workers, the POA building and the Nubia Malkin Art Center.

While we worked hard to ensure the physical and financial health of the community, we did not make the mistake of failing to invest in infrastructure and the future during tough times. We have invested our capital funding to not only maintain our infrastructure, but to plan for the future. Examples include renovations and installation of a fire suppression system at the Main Lodge, and upgrades such as new siding and roofs across amenities, including the Wood Workers, the POA office, the Main Lodge, the Clubhouse, and the Nubia Malkin Art Center.

Andrew Miller

Some other investments, which are critical but not visible, include IT and electrical upgrades, and the need to constantly replace vehicles and construction equipment.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most?

One of the most frequent questions we receive at Board meetings is the status of a new cell tower. It took a lot of time and effort but finally, we are finalizing a contract with Liberty Towers to construct a tower near the Stock Farm Road Havinggate.servedpreviouslyaspresident of the Board when we created that gate, never did I imagine that we would also be able to use that land to give the community better cell service while also realizing considerable rental revenue. It is a win-win situation for the entire Hideout and the surrounding areas which have poor cell service. If given the honor of again serving on the Board, I will continue lend my public service experience to help manage our budget, make critical personnel decisions, improve communications and public relations outreach. Without a doubt, the next few years will be challenging. But I am as optimistic as ever in the future of the Hideout, a place that I have enjoyed since purchasing my home after 9/11, and where I look forward to staying during my retirement.

Running in the 2022 Board of Directors Election

We have made critical investments in improving storm water management, completed high-tech repairs to the Roamingwood Lake Dam to avoid millions of dollars in replacement costs (and a loss of the lake for a season) and employed the latest in lake water management techniques to keep our water bodies pristine. We also added a new, low cost, but high-quality amenity with ice skating and ice fishing on Brooks Lake and are close to having a revenue generating cell tower, all while maintaining healthy capital reserves for future needs.

As I stated in question 1, I’ve been a member of the Hideout since 2002. I am deeply committed to keeping our beautiful community a place to raise a family and to spend our retirement years. If elected, I intend to continue to lend my three decades of experience as a public manager to benefit the Hideout. While we are fiscally strong, we must continue to remain vigilant given the high rate of inflation and high personnel costs. Last year, for example, we worked to keep assessment increases minimal – 2.7% this year, despite 8.5% inflation which translates into soaring fuel, electricity, food, and labor costs, and higher prices and shortages of mostly everything the Hideout procures.

If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

During my tenure on the Board, I always appreciated the commitment of the members that took time out on a Saturday morning to attend Board meetings. But oftentimes, life gets in the way, whether it (continued on page 23)

These skill sets guided my contributions to the Board and the POA during my two terms: first during the 2008 Fiscal Crisis and then the COVID-19 pandemic. During each, the Hideout came out a stronger community, having won the Gold Star Award both times, and for being fiscally strong and prudent while investing in our infrastructure and amenities.

2022 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

I am writing to inform you of my decision to run for re-election for the Hideout Board of Directors. As you may know, I have been a Hideout resident since 2002 and had the honor of serving on the Board and 2008 – 2011 and 2019 to present and four years as president. Serving on the Board is a challenging, and time-consuming job. But the personal sacrifices are far outweighed by the satisfaction of making a difference in the community.

Dear Hideout Neighbors:

I’ve been a member of the Hideout since 2002. I am deeply committed to keeping our beautiful community a place to raise a family and to enjoy our retirement years.

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Also, we chose not to lay off employees during the pandemic shutdown, and received over $800,000 from the United States Small Business Administration Payroll Protection Program in support of this effort. These prudent actions allowed the community to fully function remotely and in-person, and to offer services and open amenities when government edicts permitted. We also worked to keep assessment increases minimal – 2.7% this year, despite 8.5% inflation which translates into soaring fuel, electricity, food, and labor costs, and higher prices and shortages of mostly everything the Hideout procures.

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors?

Star applications are judged and scored by the Gold Star Review Panel. They look at whether the community is managed using the best practices in community association management, that it is financially healthy with adequate reserved for future needs, that the community has taken steps to protect the quality of life and value of property in the community, and has strong community involvement. Across all these areas, the Hideout has scored strongly because of the dedicated staff, our committees, and the membership. When we first received the award, we weathered the 2008 financial crisis, and now in 2022, the Covid-19 pandemic and have come out of each a better and stronger community.

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How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

This award is complemented by a recent annual audit by Zavada & Associates, which had no recommendations for improvement (which, in my experience, is rare for any fiscal audits), and demonstrated the strong financial position of the community. It is quite extraordinary, while dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, soaring inflation – which is at a 40-year high - and the challenges of recruiting and retaining the top talent to fill vital roles across all departments.

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures? Expenditures are always prioritized on a need to have basis. Not just an I want. There is a budget process & a budget committee which over sees expenditures. Some items are on a schedule for replacement (continued on page 24)

Hideouttotocommonhonestyworkexperience,myethic,&goodsensecontinuemakeTheapleasurable place to live and relax. I have always been a “go to “ kind of guy. I believe in addressing an issue & getting it resolved quickly. You don’t always have to have fancy initials after your name to know how to get something done. I’ve worked with budget’s, workers, & management my whole life & know I would continue to be an asset to our community. I try to get to the point without getting too long winded. I ask for the members who elected me in the past to give me their support again along with new members who have now bought homes in our community. Thank you for reading my letter.

Andrew Miller be weekenders or people with work and family responsibilities that make it impossible to attend meetings. Because of these challenges, as a Board Member, I made myself available to the membership by being visible across the amenities, attending many committee meetings being available by email or Whenphone.Iran for the Board in 2019, I asked “why can’t we have Board meetings available on-line? I made it one of my pledges if elected. I am proud to say that finally all Board meetings are now available live on Zoom and recordings are available on-line. At times, we have over 100 people on-line, who would otherwise not have been able to participate due to health concerns and family and work obligations. This was particularly critical in hearing from the membership on the issue of short-terms rentals, as we listened to eight hours of great suggestions on the subject. Many committees conduct meetings on Zoom, which increases participation and ensures quorums to conduct business. If given the honor of again serving on the Board, I will continue lend my public service experience to help manage our budget, make critical personnel decisions, improve communications and public relations outreach. ■ (continued from page 22)

In 2019 I was asked to build the periscope that is on the 5th hole of our golf course & volunteered my time to do so & assist maintenance each year to take it down in the fall & put it up in the spring. I am presently working to enclose the recycling area for our employees who work there in the heat of the summer & the freezing cold in the winter keeping them out of the rain & snow.

During my 2nd year I met with our G.M. & Maintenance manager to close in the smoking deck at the clubhouse pub for the winter months. My plan was to have windows that open & close but due to cost it was changed to glass panels that came out for the summer. This would offer several benefits for members. Members using it would not be exposed to the freezing wind while using it. The cold wind would also not enter the pub & the heat we pay for would not be lost as much as if there were no enclosure.

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1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors? How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward? Over the past 6 years of being on the board of directors we as a board have been working to improve the community to a degree of being a gold star community. Each board member brings his or her own skills & we put them together to improve our community. The skills I bring are the same skills I have been using for the past 6 years. There is so much that has been done that it’s daunting to list everything but here are just a few examples. My first year on the board I saw a potential tragedy imminent at the North mail box location. The school bus pick up was in the north pool parking lot. Because of limited parking at that location, parents (although not allowed) were parking in the mail box parking lot to wait for the kids. Public safety is by the bus but they did not cover the mail parking lot. I have seen the kids running (unattended) through the mail lot while other residents were trying to drive into the lot to get their mail or trying to back out of a parking spot with the kids running behind them. Sooner or later a child was going to get hit by a car. I met with personal from Western Wayne school district to address this issue. Aspen Pointe was considered as a new location but had to go through Long Range Planning which would take years, so we decided to split the bus stop into 2 locations. Children living south of Hidden Lake Drive were to remain at the current location. Children living north of Hidden Lake Drive would be relocated to the parking lot to the left of the clubhouse. This has been working out great for the hideout, the parents & the kids.

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Lou Delli Santi. ■

Lou Delli Santi

The 2020 Pandemic was a challenge all its own. I think most would like to forget that year ever happened. That was a very difficult year for all the board members with all the new regulations coming from the Governor’s office weekly. Because of Covid, 2020 & 2021 was difficult getting anything done because the contractors we use for things like tennis court painting etc. had no employees to do any work.

In closing I would just like to say that I will continue to bring my work ethic, good old common sense & my dedication to keeping the Hideout the best community it could be for all our membership.

Hello my fellow members, I’m Lou Delli Santi, & it would be an honor to continue to serve as a Board member for all the residents of The Hideout. I am presently Vice President of the board & re-running for another term. We as a board have made a lot of progress in turning things around for the betterment of the community & I want to continue the good work that I have added to the community & the other board members. Living here in The Hideout for as long as I have has made me appreciate what we have here & I want to continue to see it prosper. For those of you who yet do not know me, I was born in Newark N.J. & lived there until the age of 24 before moving to Belleville N.J. where I lived for the next 15 years. My wife Jo-Ann & I just celebrated our 38th. wedding anniversary this past May. We bought our property 35 years ago & built our permanent home here in The Hideout 29 years ago in 1993 & have been full-time residents ever since. I am here 12 months out of the year. I truly believe that living in the community for a substantial amount of time would add to being a good board member because you have seen all the changes that have occurred & have an in depth understanding of what the membership wants. I started working in the retail business as a manager in training & then managing several departments over the next 2 years in McCrory’s Dept. store in Newark. I spent the next 35 years working for Verizon as a cable splicer, 20 years in Newark & 15 years in Scranton. I have since been retired for the past 14 years. At Verizon, I was responsible for building & maintaining telecommunication networks. I often sat in as management when opportunities arose, one being for 3 months while my supervisor in Scranton had open heart surgery. In Newark, I also spent some time in the engineering department performing revisions on new job constructions. This mainly involved planning for future demands & lowering cost to meet budgets for the jobs. When new engineers were hired out of college, I was often the one who would be asked to train them in the field. When fiber optics were introduced, I headed work crews to build the fios networks in areas throughout the state of Pennsylvania. I also built the DSL facilities in our own local area. I volunteered to go to N.Y. State in 1997-98 for the ice storm that devastated N.Y. & Canada. I also ran the Bell Golf League at the Scranton Muni before it’s closing & then at Paupack Hills. For the past 24 years, I have been the Treasurer, Statistician, secretary & tournament director there. I have now been working as a Handy Man in The Hideout since my retirement. I have a vast working knowledge of carpentry, electric, plumbing & painting which serves me well as I have been the board liaison for the ECC Committee for 3 years. I have also been the liaison to the communication committee for 3 years & the golf committee for 6 years. I also donated my time to build the periscope that’s on the 5th hole of the golf course for the membership.

Lou Delli

At Verizon I would typically work about 60-70 hours or more a week including Saturdays & Sundays. Since retiring 14 years ago, I had been able to get more involved with the happenings of our community. As I stated, I have been on the board for the past 6 years & want to continue to try & make this the best community it can be. I would like to continue to add

I designed, developed and managed the creation of an online Learning Management System that integrates video, digital and audio files into one user friendly platform. This platform is used by personnel in more than 200 agencies throughout the NJ/NY metropolitan area.

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I have been a full-time law enforcement officer for more than 22 years and hold the rank of Captain in one of the largest law enforcement agencies in New Jersey.

Lou Delli Santi such as vehicles & trucks. Each year the department managers bring to the budget committee their items needing replacement or purchase. It is then the budget committee responsibility to bring these to the board for review & approval. We evaluate each departments request, then decide on them. Sometimes items are approved & sometimes we ask if we can get one more year out of an item because another department desperately needs a new item. Imagine yourself wanting to replace your car but now your told you need a new roof. Do you just get the new car or do you wait one more year so you can have the roof replaced? This is the type of balancing act we face throughout the year. Then comes the issue for an expenditure for an unbudgeted item. This is an item that isn’t due for replacement for a year or more but suddenly breaks down. It could be anything from a vehicle, recreational equipment, a freezer etc. Sometimes if it’s not something critical and it’s due to be replaced in 6 months we can wait. If not, we approve the unbudgeted expense for it & adjust the next year’s budget for that department. It is always my intent to do what is the best thing for the community & the membership.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

My private-sector experience includes the operation of two privately held companies based in New Jersey that were established in 2016 and 2018. Both companies focus on the professional development of public safety professionals and volunteers. Through acquisition, efficient management and constant innovation, the companies now provide unparalleled in-person, online, digital and print educational services.

My name is Ed Esposito, and I am seeking your vote for a seat on the Board of Directors. I am happily married to my wife of 13 years and have two wonderful children. I have been coming to the Hideout since 2007 as a guest of my inlaws and fell in love with this community and all it has to offer. My wife and I made a decision when we ultimately purchased a second home in 2018 that we wanted to be in this community. I have been active in the Hideout community and utilize a large number of the amenities that we Inhave.2021,

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The reason I am re-running for the board is to continue the work I have been doing to make this the best community it can be along with some ongoing improvements that are still in the works such as the new front gate proposal. A lot of effort has been put into this along with some others. One of my objectives is to get the cart paths repaved on our golf course. A bid went out last year to start replacing them one hole at a time, but because of the escalating cost of the asphalt the price was more than we had budgeted for. I would like to continue to work on getting something done to either repair or replace the paths. I have also been looking into replacing the golf carts possibly with Yamaha carts instead of the easy go which all the golfers know are not preforming well. A lot of members don’t golf so may not care about this but it’s a major amenity & has to be kept up just like the lakes & beaches, the pool’s, tennis courts, ski hill etc. There is something for everyone to enjoy in our Incommunity.closing,for about 3 or 4 years the board (and 1 board member in particular) has been working with county commissioners, a state repressive, 911 services & cell tower companies to get a cell tower built withing The Hideout. We are presently under contract to have that done. I would sure like to still be on the board when we have our grand opening for the tower. 4. As a Board member, how would you help to improve transparency and communication with the membership? Are there individual issues that you as a member have felt are difficult to learn about, what are they, and what in your background would lead to success in working with your fellow Board members and the professional staff in improving transparency and communication? Again, for me, being on the board for 6 years I can assure everyone that we are being as transparent as we can. We give the membership information at our board meetings, in the hideabout, in the weekly flyers at the gate entrances & through e-mail blast. Unfortunately, when some members come to me asking why they weren’t informed about something I find out from them that they do not read the hideabout or are not signed up for the e-mail blast. So, ask me again what I will do to boost transparency? I would stress to all the membership to get more involved in the happenings around the hideout. Read the hideabout, go to meetings, sign up for e-mail blast & call specific departments with your question instead of asking on facebook where you don’t always get accurate information. The only matters the members do not get information about are items discussed in executive sessions such as legal issues, employee & manager discussion’s whether work related or personal, contract negotiations which do become public when they are finalized & other topics. ■ (continued from page 23)

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I was honored to be selected as a member of the Long-Range Planning Committee and later voted Chairperson by my fellow committee members for 2022. I possess diverse public-sector and private-sector professional experience that I believe can greatly benefit the Hideout POA and our members as we maintain and continue to improve this great community.

The community I serve in this capacity is one of the most demographically diverse communities in the nation and is part of an international transportation hub.

I am a Certified Public Manager and Certified Emergency Manager and have attended courses in the field of public administration on topics ranging from budgeting to leadership to managing volunteers. I have experience serving on boards and committees including labor unions, a multi-jurisdictional mitigation committee and a local emergency planning council. I have extensive planning experience that includes creating and updating emergency operations, mitigation, response, recovery and contingency action plans for public entities, non-profit organizations and critical infrastructure.

As a grant writer, I have applied for and managed millions of dollars in grants that were awarded. I have managed special projects, including the construction of a new building, communications infrastructure (towers, WiFi, complex networks) improvements and capital equipment/vehicle acquisition. I have experience in purchasing that includes day-to-day requisitions of contract and non-contract services, writing bid specifications, writing requests for qualifications and writing requests for proposals. I have successfully negotiated long-term lease agreements that resulted in new annual revenue and managed circuit consolidation projects that reduced annual operating costs.

When I think of the Hideout, I think of how great this community is, how great the members are and how many possibilities we have. We as a community must sustain what we have while balancing the vision of the community as set forth in our covenants and bylaws.

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One community – endless possibilities! What does the HIDEOUT mean to me and why do I want to serve on the board?

My intent is simple: I want to ensure that we manage our association utilizing a whole-community approach that is transparent, inclusive and sustainable –now, and for the future.

Transparency Home Although I do not live in the Iofcommunityconsiderfull-time,HideoutIstillthispartmyhome.feelthereneeds to be a balance on the board to represent the interests of everyone who is a member. After all, if you are a member, the Hideout is your home regardless of how many days you spend here each year. To make this point, if you were to visit your parents after you moved out, wouldn’t you still consider it Tohome?me, a home is more than a house or location you own. The word home is our belief that we are comfortable, secure and welcome. One could say that they “feel” at home, but that is not the same as actually being home. If elected, I will work to ensure that all of our members feel that the Hideout is their home too. I would advocate for an evaluation of current activities, social events and amenities based on what our members desire. Common interests and hobbies among our members alone could spur new activities or revive existing activities. I would work with management and other board members to ensure that we have a variety of options for our entire community.

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I feel that as our community changes, we need to be open to changing what is offered in our community. Dynamic We need to be dynamic in our management style and I will be a strong advocate of this. In my opinion, a continuous and productive approach to change must be on-going and consistent. We should not sit by and be reactive or we will be stuck in time. I will ensure that our management team is evaluating trends in technology, finance and recreation along with other areas so that we can be proactive. I feel that our community could be a leader in our region by placing quality high-speed WiFi throughout our amenities. I would make this a priority and would look to expand our WiFi capacity and capabilities throughout the entire community. I envision high-speed internet via WiFi as another amenity that will set our community apart from others. Efficiency Efficiency is about making the best possible use of available resources and I will seek improvements with accountability. The amenities and services offered in our community are very important. While I will not support a reduction in services, I will seek solutions to make the operations more efficient. I beleive that efficiency is critical to being able to sustain what we have and improve what we have in the most fiscally responsible way. Any gains made by making our community more efficient can be used to offset future increases to our dues or to improve our community.

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors? How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

2022 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

We can realize savings from reducing redundant tasks, monitoring trends in the use of our amenities and evaluating the needs of our members in comparison to what is currently available in within the Hideout. 2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures? I would approach this by balancing these priorities with the use of proper planning, analysis and the impact on the community. Any expenditures that could negatively affect the safety or health of our members, employees or visitors would receive the highest priority.

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If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community? I am interested in proactively preparing our community for the future. I want to make sure we have the best and most updated amenities possible. I also want to have our infrastructure evaluated and have a plan developed that will map out future capital improvements. Doing so will help us budget for large projects in the future.

Onward If elected, I will keep our community moving onward and toward a better condition or higher-level. I am very proud of our community as is, but I want to seek improvements that will ultimately have a positive impact on the value of our properties and homes. I will advocate for advancements that move our community forward as opposed to just maintaining the status quo. While there are certain things that we all cherish, proper maintenance and improvements are necessary over time to ensure we do not get stuck in time.

I have more than 20 years of diverse public-sector and private-sector professional experience with a majority of it being in managerial and leadership positions. I have attended a variety of courses in the field of public administration on topics ranging from budgeting to leadership to managing volunteers. I am highly organized, have extensive planning experience and possess a wide-range of communications infrastructure and IT expertise.

Unity We are all members of the Hideout and we are all in this together. Being unified as a community is very important to me. I will work with the members of our community to strengthen partnerships or guide collaboration so that two opposing viewpoints result in one great solution.

As a community we should not create boundaries or engage in actions that do not strengthen our partnerships or relationships, both internally and Asexternally.oneofthe largest communities in the area, I will also ensure that the board and management maintain great working relationships with the local, county, state and federal organizations. Transparency Being transparent is critical to ensuring trust within any community. If elected, I will ensure the level of transparency between the community, the board and management is significantly increased. For example, I feel very strongly that the board meeting agendas should be posted and circulated to the membership in advance of a meeting. I also feel that the members should have an opportunity to speak on an item that will be voted on at a meeting, prior to the vote. I recognize that the board is elected to conduct business on behalf of the members. However, I strongly feel that members must have the opportunity to be heard in the appropriate Ifforum.elected, I will pursue better methods of communication between management and the community. I feel that knowledge is power, and that some information is available but not distributed. Ensuring the increase in exchange of appropriate information will further engage our members too. ■ (continued from page 24)

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most?

4. As a Board member, how would you help to improve transparency and communication with the membership? Are there individual issues that you as a member have felt are difficult to learn about, what are they, and what in your background would lead to success in working with your fellow Board members and the professional staff in improving transparency and communication? As a member, I have had difficulty at times determining what items were up for consideration before the board or what projects were under consideration in advance of a final decision being made. To improve transparency, I would advocate for the meeting agendas to be circulated well in advance of each meeting and would ensure that attending via Zoom remains an option. I also want to pursue significant upgrades in the equipment that is used for virtual meetings as members struggle to effectively attend the meeting virtually. I also want to improve communication between the board and membership by allowing members to ask questions or make comments about an item on the agenda before the board votes on an item. This will also allow the board, management and the members to interact in a very transparent manner. ■ My name is Robert Trombley. I have been an owner here in the Hideout for 13 years now and have resided here on a full time basis at 1342 Woodhill Lane in the Hideout for the last four years. You may know me as “The Hideout Photographer” as I am the one who posts all of those photos of our beautiful community on the local Hideout Facebook Pages.

I have over 30 years of management experience as a United States Postmaster, and later in my career as the Marketing Manager for the USPS in the Triboro District which included the entire Retail Operations for Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island. As the Postmaster of Manhasset, NY, I had almost 20 years experience running a mid-sized Post Office in all aspects of the mail delivery business. I was responsible for over 120 employees, a vehicle fleet of over 35 vehicles (large and small), and the day to day operation of an office with a five million dollar annual budget.

I would use my skills and abilities to analyze our operations to ensure they are run in the most efficient manner possible.

I see innovation as our community’s method for introducing new ideas, plans, methodologies, services and products. Although every idea that exists may not become a reality, I will work on a way to ensure that the ideas of our members can be submitted, reviewed and responded to. I will work to ensure that we have our existing plans, methods and services reviewed to determine if any changes are needed. Just because we have been doing something for 50 years does not mean it is the best way operate.

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Later in my career, I was promoted to Marketing Manager for the Triboro District of the United States Postal Service which

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors?

When it comes to infrastructure, it’s obvious that any event that will disrupt the day to day operation of the community must take top priority . Maintenance, leaks, storm damage, road repairs, fallen trees, or any other critical event must have priority and be addressed. New infrastructure should be handled with long term planning. However, the short answer to this question is that our expenditures should be prioritized on the amenities that are the most important to the membership. And the way to discover which amenities those are, should be done through communication and data. Usage totals, surveys, open town halls, social media, etc. are all good ways to see where the membership’s interests are. However, I think that there is more we can do. I understand that an amenity is provided as a service to the membership. It’s not supposed to make a profit (per se), but should be subsidized by the POA to ensure its operation. I get that, but I truly believe we have to take a closer look at our amenities. What are our costs in running them, and what are our revenue returns. Our overhead costs should be covered when making that calculation. I realize that it’s an amenity and shouldn’t be making a profit, but our amenities shouldn’t be working at a loss either. I feel this issue must be looked at. Remember, if an amenity runs at a loss, it burdens the budget for the next year.

Robert Trombley

During my career I was on the board of Directors on the local community organizations, representing the bank branches in the communities they were located in. With the Title company-. I held the position President and Secretary of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Professional Mortgage Women (Long Island Chapter) I am prepared to give my undivided attention to this community, - this board. This is where my loyalty is. I feel my background lends itself to be a positive, creative addition to the board of Directors.

4. As a Board member, how would you help to improve transparency and communication with the membership? Are there individual issues that you as a member have felt are difficult to learn about, what are they, and what in your background would lead to success in working with your fellow Board members and the professional staff in improving transparency and communication? In the 1980’s, I became a charter Board Member of a 120 dwelling apartment building that turned into a Cooperative in NYC. There were many communicative issues with our members then that I see today here in the Hideout. First of all, most folks fail to realize how important their vote is. You vote on candidates that are going to represent you (and supposedly your best interests and concerns) on a Board of Directors. In accordance with the Covenants and the By-Laws these individuals make decisions for the entire membership. The problem arises when unpopular decisions have to be made. Members will flock to a Board Meeting with concerns (many of them for the first time) and become frustrated when they discover that the meetings are governed by Robert’s Rules of Order (Parliamentary Procedure that has been adopted by our nation since 1876 to help an assembly accomplish its work). You can’t speak when you want to, or ask questions unless it’s in the proper forum. This allows a meeting to move along and be productive. However, to me, it’s not very “user friendly”. I have proposed at every board meeting this last year, that the Board hold at least two or three “Town Hall Meetings” at which any issue can be raised, and any question can be asked. I would also ensure that the manager of every amenity be present in order to give the membership the most accurate response. Anything that cannot be answered will be researched, and that member will be provided with the information. I believe these meetings will help to clear the air and reduce the misinformation that is constant on social media. Furthermore, I would start an official interactive Hideout Information page that would field questions, and provide officially valid answers. This would be the way to be more transparent.

EXPIERENCE: My career of 35+ years has been in the financial world with management positions in banking and mortgage lending. The many years of being a banking branch manager and District sales manager, Service quality manager, gave me many years of experience:

• Communication: dealing with Staff and customers on a daily basis.

• Analyzing vendor proposals when bringing a new

Revenue of over 175 million dollars.

I’ve also served as a board member of a 120 unit Cooperative in NYC. So I’m very familiar with the management, fiduciary, and social skills that are necessary in running a community such as ours.

I think that I can make some valuable contributions towards helping to run a more efficient and fiscally sound organizational approach to the day to day operations of the Hideout. And that is why I’m seeking to serve on the board.

I have been married to my lovely wife Joanne for 44years. We have two wonderful children Dina (41) and Rob Jr. (37). We also have four grandchildren Isabella, Emma, Zoey, and Vincent. ■ (continued from page 25) (continued on page 27)

In 1984, the apartment building that I was living in became a Cooperative, and I served on the Board of Directors of Emily Towers, located at 35-10 150th St. in Flushing, NY. This Coop consisted of 120 dwellings, and as a board member I was responsible for the oversight of a managing agent, expenditures and to help ensure that the by-laws were being adhered to. So, as you can see, I’ve had a lifetime of management experience that I think would prove beneficial to the board, and to my fellow Homeowners / Members.

I have over 30 years of management experience for the U.S. Postal Service, and have served as a U.S. Postmaster for 20 of those years. I have managed a mid size post office with over 120 employees and a five million dollar budget in the day to day operation of the facility. I have also served as the Marketing Manager for Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island with an annual revenue of over 175 million dollars. In addition, I served as a Public Affairs Officer for the USPS and was a major liaison with the national media during the Anthrax crisis, and have been the Public Affairs contact with all Congressmen, Senators and local political representatives in the NYC area.

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I’ve been an owner here for thirteen years and a full time resident for the last four years. I love this community and all it has to offer. My wife and I have made many friends here, and there is no other place that we’d rather be in our retirement. We love the Hideout. That is why I constantly photograph and share it’s beauty. It is also why I’d like to take an active part in it’s governance. I’d like to be a part of the Hideout’s future planning, as well as helping to ensure that we maintain the standards that have made the Hideout the great community it already is. With the business and life experience that I have accrued throughout my career and lifetime, I’d like to offer my skills in a positive way to help improve and expand our amenities, and to improve the communication between the board and the membership.

• Preparing and managing budgets, - total cost of running a branch and on a district level: - building expensesstructureutilities, maintenance, equipment - supplies, - staffing, - customer service

Carleen Swanson Robert Trombley

■ My Fellow Community Members, I moved here full time in November of 2020 and was a “Weekend Warrior” since 2016 coming up every weekend and any other time we could get the time to come up. Now that I am a full-time resident, I decided to run for a position on the board because I wanted to give back to the community and to be involved. My vision for the Hideout, is to see it evolve with the times, utilizing/enjoying our amenities to the fullest and find additional ways to update and improve them, and maintain our Hometown community spirit.

How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures?

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

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Instead I will share my areas of concern in no particular order: 1. Staff and board accountability 2. Staffing and employee training 3. Capital expenditures without a viable

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My background is in project and budget management, a skill set that would certainly benefit the community as it relates to expenditures and future development. My work experience has exposed me to all manner of personalities which I am adept at relating to and navigating. With this comes a thick skin, a necessity in any board position as I expect most decisions a board makes will not please 100% of the community 100% of the time. That said my only motivation in running for the board is the health and wellbeing of the community and that will be the lens through which I would make all my decisions.

of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

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Since moving to the Hideout full-time I have been heavily involved in the community. I attend board workshops and meeting regularly, am a current member of both the Long Term Planning and Public Works committees and until my decision to run for the board was made I was also a member of the Nominating committee. Additionally I am very active within the community making use of many of the amenities regularly including the Rec Center, Clubhouse, Golf Course, Pickleball courts, lakes and beaches. This level of involvement affords me the opportunity to see and experience first hand how things are operating which I believe is not only an asset but a necessity as a board member. As a candidate I won’t make any campaign promises, a board member is one of seven so the only path forward is one of collaboration and compromise and anything achieved will be achieved together with the other board members.

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures?

I would very much like to work with the board and community management on developing a road map to the future for the Hideout. I feel the community needs short, mid and long term goals that align with our budget and our growth. Shoring up our infrastructure is key and something that is well underway. However, we do need to parallel path additional development of our infrastructure, specifically our amenities. I feel it is paramount that we develop a plan to reduce overcrowding at our pools and beaches. The Hideout owns undeveloped property and I feel strongly that we need to investigate how we can utilize this property as a means of expansion. This will not happen overnight but a plan must be developed if it is to happen at all. Whatever direction is determined to be best it will have to be fiscally and environmentally responsible.

The ski hill is open, the golf course is closed, Private event at the clubhouse, no dinner service, Softball game 1pm today, POA closed due to electrical issue, Important information for all homeowners in this months Hideabout, please get your copy at the POA, etc., etc. Regarding transparency, the truth always works even if it is difficult news to share. We have to be willing to admit if we fail and tackle our shortcomings head on. ■ Carleen Swanson product/service on board to choose the best fit.

• Growth of business through sales efforts

Lisa McKenna

I have been part of this community since 1984 when my parents purchased their first home here. Since that time my brother has retired here as did I two years ago when I purchased my own home and became a full-time resident. Most recently my father has also moved here full-time so it is a family affair for sure. I could have moved many places in retirement but I chose the Hideout because I know what a fantastic community it is and I feel privileged to call it home.

6. STR controls The Hideout has grown by leaps and bounds recently and I do believe we need to create a roadmap to the future, one that is realistic, financially sound and viable. I hope I can be a part of creating that. I look forward to meeting many of you at the various candidate events and I thank you in advance for your support. Together we can keep the Hideout great! ■

A little about me….. my background includes over 30 years working in the television and media industry. Over the years I have managed recording studios and worked with all major cable networks and news outlets, spent four years producing political media and the final 10 years of my career with Discovery Communications as Sr. Director of Production Management. In this role I worked on the Discovery, Animal Planet, Science Channel, HGTV, TLC and Food Network brands. I managed a team of creative writers, producers, editors and audio engineers, interacted on a daily basis with executive level management, handled logistics for productions all over the world, produced live broadcasts and managed multiple budgets in the 10’s of millions of dollars. My skill set includes creative problem solving, big picture thinking and an ability to work well with varied personalities. My experience in news, politics and live broadcast has also taught me to keep calm under pressure. I believe these skills will serve the community well should I earn your trust and your vote.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most?

Hello Neighbors, I would be honored to represent you all if elected to the Hideout Board of Directors.

If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors?

My main interest in running for the board is my community. The people, the environment we live in, the overall health of our facilities and our finances. As previously mentioned, I would very much like to work with the other board members and community management to tackle our overcrowding issues, expand our amenities to whatever degree is possible and to create accountability at every level.

• Staffing- both increasing it and working with shortages in staffing

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• A well-rounded knowledge of the buying and selling processes • the ability to analyze a situation The sales aspects of all these positions required the ability to communicate well, whether pointing out the benefits of a product or service, or identifying improvements needed to keep our product- customer satisfied working through objections to a positive end. Communication is the Key! I am prepared to give my undivided attention to this community, - this board. This is where my loyalty is. I feel my background lends itself to be a positive, creative addition to the board of Directors.

The Mortgage lending experience as a Loan officer, Sales manager and VP in the Title insurance brings to the table:

Lisa

CarleenSincerely,Swanson ■ (continued from page 26)

How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

As an HR executive, I regularly take in unique and diverse perspectives from leaders and colleagues. I frequently have to take these into consideration while making decisions that benefit the greater whole. While being a listening ear of opposition, I am trained to have constructive conversations and create understanding with stakeholders who may have differing interests. I approach all conflicts or issues with a calm, rational, fact-based approach, and am relentless when it comes to delivering exceptional Asresults.anhomeowner who joined the community within the past five years, I bring new ways of thinking that will help move The Hideout forward with homeowner retention and acquisition while making sure the integrity of the community stays intact. Additionally, I am organized, forwardthinking, observant, and genuinely care about the community I share with so many others who simply want the best for The Hideout.

I’ve led complex major reorganizations through COVID, provided coaching to Executive Leadership to drive employee engagement and productivity, managed headcount and vendor budgets, and navigated countless challenging employee relations issues. So much of my career is focusing on how to create an environment where we have the right talent in the right places, making sure communication is clear and well thought out, and most importantly, making sure all employees feel seen and heard. I love what I do because I get to help people every day, while ultimately helping a business become more profitable. I’m extremely passionate and driven in my field and believe that I can bring my skills and energy into supporting the Hideout Mycommunity.husband Ryan and I are college sweethearts and have been together for 13 years. We always had dreams of owning a home, but our careers are anchored to the NYC area (Ryan is a Police Officer), and it always seemed out of reach. Back in 2017, we had the opportunity to spend some time in the area, and we fell in love with the Hideout. After that visit, we did some research on homes here and realized we could make our dreams of homeownership a reality. After years of saving, we closed on our property in 2019. It needed a ton of work after years of neglect, and we spent a year and a half using every free minute to fix it up (much of it ourselves) and bring it back to life. Through this process we’ve gotten to know our amazing community members as well many of our wonderful local business owners. We spend as much time here as we can, and we love bringing our families up with us! There’s nothing quite like seeing our nephews’ little faces light up when they see one of our resident bald eagles fly by, or when making that first summer s’more by the fire. While The Hideout is a fantastic community that I am so proud to be a part of, I believe that even the best places can continue to improve. If elected, I would collaborate with my fellow board members to evaluate and improve how our money is spent, and how we can ensure our community is getting the best value for their HOA fees. I would bring fresh ideas to the table for how we could evolve our amenities and policies into the future. Most importantly, I would work to bridge

2022 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

I have vast experience as a Human Resources leader across several Fortune 500 organizations in New York City.

My career comes down to one very important factor: communication, always in all ways. While our community leaders work hard to provide communication through different channels, I think that we can always improve. We have a mix of homeowners that are here fulltime, while some are here seasonally, and some are here part-time. Some members prefer to receive mail, while others are exclusively online. I think more could be done to understand how our members best receive information and over-communicate so that the important information reaches everyone.

There’s an opportunity to bring in new perspectives and diversity of thought that reflects the opinions of the greater community while also staying in line with what is truly best for The Hideout. Being a part of the Board is a way that I can interact with this community in a new way, while getting to be a significant part of it’s sustainable future.

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Running in the 2022 Board of Directors Election

In terms of the main objectives that I see myself contributing towards, I would leverage my ability to find the lowhanging fruit and make the most out of what we can do with our budget. I would start by taking a look at our amenities and identify opportunities to continue to expand them in ways that are low to no cost, but will make a substantial impact. For example, are there ways to leverage the already existing ski hill in the off seasons? Are there fresh takes on events that we could be doing to engage with some of our younger members? Are there partnerships with local businesses (beyond just the fairs) we can think about that would be mutually beneficial, like winery tours or furniture flipping classes?

tocareer,throughoutworkJustunderstanding.unitycreatecommunitygapscommunicationinthetomoreandliketheI’vedonemyIwantfosteranenvironment where every member feels seen, heard, and respected because at the end of the day, despite our differences or disagreements, we all share a vested interest in the success of The Sincerely,Hideout.

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors?

I also think we need to evaluate our current tech equipment in board meetings, as many community members prefer to join over Zoom and there’s an opportunity to improve so that everyone, no matter how or where they are joining from, can clearly follow what’s happening. Above all, I think it’s important that all of our members have an understanding of the decisions being made with their hard-earned money and understand the rationale behind it. Over-communication is key! ■ My name is Lauren McNamee, and it’s my honor to be considered as a candidate for The Hideout Board of Directors.

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Lauren McNamee

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures? When balancing these different needs, I think it’s important to look at what is most urgent (needs attention now), what is moderately urgent (needs attention in next few years), and what is lower in priority (5+ years out). I would prioritize first and foremost based on safety and basic functionality of the community that is necessary (often the “unseen”, less glamourous things), followed closely by listening to our members and what is most important to them. You, as our homeowners, should feel you have a strong voice in the decisions being made with your HOA dues, and I intend to be a listening ear.

Additionally, we have heard time and time again that the population of the hideout has long outgrown the current amenities we have. There is a need to expand these amenities to better serve the larger community of today, and I would look to listen to the needs and desires of our members to begin building towards making these greater improvements happen.

I had grown up in a small neighborhood row home with 5 brothers and have had to overcome much adversity in my life to become respected and successful. I am not perfect and have faults however I can openly admit when I make a mistake and even though we may not see eye to eye on one or more topics we will remain united that we want the Hideout to be a great place for our families. I am sure that if we get to know one another we can find more in common which will show you why I am your choice for Board of Director. In running for a board position my goal would be to improve safety programs, increase community engagement, ensure transparency from all board members and ensure financial stability for the POA and community members. It is my belief that when voting or engaging with community members that it is important to be transparent and I will always be that. I would also like to hear from the community on how they believe the community can be improved or if the status quo is acceptable. I understand that being in an elected position by the community that my role is to represent all members of the community not just a select few. I will ensure that all members have a voice which is expressively heard and considered by the board. With my business background and proven leadership qualities in for profit and nonprofit entities I will use my knowledge and resources to assist our community in remaining fair, equitable and enjoyable.

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Kevin Kerns is from Delaware County, PA and has set roots in Lake Ariel, PA over the past few years. I am married to Renee Kerns, and we have three children (4,10,15). As a family and businessman, I value community as well as charitable endeavors. I have become an established businessperson and have been recognized worldwide for my work in the Emergency Medical Services specifically with my Life Safety company.

Running in the 2022 Board of Directors Election

Kevin has been a firefighter/EMT for the past 20 years and has also been a 911 dispatcher in addition to a few years with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children as a Critical Care Liaison.

I knowledgeareceivedwealthof in my time with the andentrepreneursfromlearningprogram,SachsGoldmanBusinessfamedprofessorsfrom the Wharton School of Business at UPENN, Babson College and several others. Our community can do more and be more and with the vote of the community. Together we can make that happen through your voice and my vote! ■

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The first step toward preventing this type of knee pain is being able to accurately identify potential risk factors that may lead to the problem. A study published in the Journal orthopedic sports physical therapy provides new insight on specific factors that may place you at risk for anterior knee pain.

Anterior knee pain often causes indviduals to seek medical care. Healthcare providers usually call persistent pain at the front of the knee or under your knee Patellofemoral pain syndrome. This pain is typically unrelated to a specific injury, but instead occurs over time with an increase in physical activity. The pain may be a nagging ache or an occasional sharp pain that may cause you to limp or to limit your activities. This pain is also typically most pronounced when performing such activities as going up and down stairs, squatting and running, or after sitting fora prolonged period of time.

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The research found that weakness of the quadriceps muscle, which is in the front of your thigh and helps you to straighten your knee, was predictive of developing knee pain. They also confirmed that females are at a higher risk for anterior knee pain.

Being able to predict which individuals are at risk for knee pain is helpful in developing prevention exercise programs that lessen the chance of injury and pain. Therefore, especially for women, regularly performing an exercise program that focuses on strengthening your quadriceps muscle may be an effective way to keep your knees pain-free. As with any exercise program, you may also need to consider the physical activities you already perform and your response to the exercise approach. In addition, some people may need to address other areas of weakness or tightness throughout the lower extremities to ensure their best outcomes. Your physical therapist can help customize an exercise program for you. ■

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ATLANTA, GA – June 30, 2022 – The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) today announced student Brandon L Lopez Gamarro from Lake Ariel, PA, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The Society recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment. The announcement was made by NSHSS Co-founder and President James W. Lewis. “On behalf of NSHSS and our co-founder Claes Nobel, a member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, I am honored to recognize the hard work, passion and commitment that Brandon has demonstrated to achieve the exceptional level of academic excellence,” said Lewis. “Brandon is now a member of a unique community of scholars- a community that represents our very best hope for the future.”

NSHSS members automatically become lifetime members at the time of their initial membership. Each step along the way – from high school to college to career – NSHSS connects outstanding young scholars with the resources they need to develop their strengths and pursue their passions.

Wade Preston, the piano man from Billy Joel’s Broadway hit “Movin Out” performed at the Main Lodge on Wednesday, August 3, to a sell out audience.

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Western Wayne High School Student Brandon Lopez Gamarro Receives National Honor

Congratulations to Brandon on such an impressive accomplishment!

Photos by: Brandon Downs

2022, at the Main Lodge l-r: Edward Esposito, Lauren McNamee, Kevin Kerns, Andrew Miller, Lou Delli Santi, Robert Trombley, & Carleen Swanson

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“We are proud to provide lifetime membership to young scholars to support their growth and development,” stated Lewis. “We help students like Brandon build on their academic success by connecting them with learning experiences and resources to help prepare them for college and meaningful careers.”

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Sometimes it takes a lifetime Of struggles to unwind, For us to finally realize That God loves us-all the time! That He was waiting patiently For us to follow in His ways; That He would guide each step we take As He walks with us each day. So do not get discouraged If setbacks should arise, Through they may disrupt your plans, They’re really blessings in disguise. “My God will meet all your needs According to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” 4:19 (NIV) by: Millie Torzilli

Sometimes it takes a simple prayer, Or someone’s hand placed on your shoulder To finally feel the love of God Removing heavy boulders, That once crushed your weary spirit With unbelief and fears, With confusion- overwhelmingAnd pressures hard to bear.

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Fri 16-Sep Adult ceramic night BYOB 21 yrs and up Reservations required 6p.m.-9p.m.

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

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

Sat 17-Sep Storytime ages 11:30a.m-12:30p.m. 2yrs to 6yrs Reservations required, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sat 24-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center Sat 24-Sep Storytime ages 11:30a.m-12:30p.m. 2yrs to 6yrs Reservations required, Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri 23-Sep Adult ceramic night BYOB 21 yrs and up Reservation required 6p.m.-9p.m.

Fri 2-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

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

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

Thurs 8-Sep Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Recreation Center

Fri 9-Sep Adult ceramic night BYOB 21 yrs and up Reservations required 6p.m.-9p.m.

Sat 24-Sep Paint n Sip $20.00 per person 7p.m.-9p.m. BYOB and snacks

Thurs 29-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fri 30-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

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

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

Thurs 15-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

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

Sun 4-Sep HORSESHOE Tournament 10am, OSC

Sat 17-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

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

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

Fri 9-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Sun 18-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Thurs 29-Sep Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Recreation Center

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

Sat 10-Sep Woodburning with John Bobcik 12yrs and up $20.00 per person Reservations required 1p.m.-3p.m.

Sat 3-Sep Stained Glass with Penny $20.00 per person 1p.m.-4p.m. ages 13 yrs and up Reservations required

Sat 17-Sep Stained Glass with Penny $20.00 per person 1p.m.-4p.m. ages 13 yrs and up Reservations required

Wed 14-Sep Advanced Pickleball Clinic with Ralph, 1pm-4pm, ISC, RSVP

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

Sun 4-Sep VOLLEYBALL Tournament 11am, OSC

Sat 10-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

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

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

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

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

Wed 7-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

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

Fri 30-Sep Adult ceramic night BYOB 21 yrs and up Reservation required 6p.m.-9p.m.

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

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

Wed 28-Sep Reupholstery Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m, Nubia Malkin Art Center

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

Sat 10-Sep Stained Glass with Penny $20.00 per person 1p.m.-4p.m. ages 13 yrs and up Reservations required

Sun 4-Sep Ceramics for all ages 11a.m.-5p.m., Nubia Malkin Art Center

Wed 12-Oct Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly)

Thurs 20-Oct Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., NMAC

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

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

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

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

Wed 5-Oct Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly)

Thurs 6-Oct Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., NMAC

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

Mon 10-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Fri 7-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Sat 8-Oct HARVEST FESTIVAL, OSC, 12pm-4pm

Mon 10-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

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

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

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

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

Sat 1-Oct Flea Market, 9am-3pm, at Ski Hill (NO RAIN DATE)

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

Mon 31-Oct Open Play Pool Lower level of Clubhouse 6-9 pm (Weekly)

Mon 17-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

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

Mon 31-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

Fri 14-Oct Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

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

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

Wed 26-Oct Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly)

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

Fri 28-Oct Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

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

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

Thurs 13-Oct Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., NMAC

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

Mon 31-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.) ■

Wed 26-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

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

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

Fri 21-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

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

Wed 19-Oct Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the MPR $5 per person (Weekly)

Fri 14-Oct Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Wed 19-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Sat 29-Oct Trunk-or-Treat, 2pm-4pm, at Parking Lot Lodge

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

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

Sat 22-Oct Halloween Party, 1pm-3pm, ISC (Co-sponsored by RE/MAX Best)

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

Mon 24-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

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

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

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

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

Fri 21-Oct Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Mon 3-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

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

Thurs 27-Oct Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., NMAC

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

Mon 17-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

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

Fri 14-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

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

Sat 22-Oct Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

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

Tues 4-Oct Resort Worlds Catskills Casino Bus Trip – Leaves NM Art Center 9:30am, departs casino at 5pm

Wed 12-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

Fri 21-Oct Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Mon 24-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

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

Fri 28-Oct Walking for Wellness 4-5pm at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly M, W, F)

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Sun 2-Oct Salvation Army Collection, RSC MPR, 9am-3pm

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

Fri 7-Oct Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

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

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

Mon 3-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

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

Wed 5-Oct After School Open Gym 3:15-5:00 pm (Weekly Mon., Wed.)

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I am pleased to inform you that Erica Mandell is being honored as the 2022 Pennsylvania Art Education Association Outstanding Elementary Art Educator of the Year. PAEA, through a rigorous review process, has identified Erica as an outstanding leader in the field of art education. Her creative contributions, excellence in professional engagement, and dedication to service are meritorious and deserve our recognition.

Erica is currently the K - 8 Art Educator at McCall school in the Philadelphia School District. She is about to begin her 6th year at the school, her 9th year in the district, and her 12th year of teaching overall. In 2007 she received the High School Senior Scholarship Award, given by The Hideout Art Committee, and in 2012 she worked as the Art Center Coordinator at the Nubia Malkin Art Center. Joan and Victor Garber, long-time members of The Hideout since 1981, are her proud grandparents. Congratulations, Erica, on being recognized at the state level for your hard work and dedication! ■

Part-time Hideout resident Erica Mandell is being honored as the 2022 Pennsylvania Art Education Association Outstanding Elementary Art Educator of the Year.

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER SEPTEMBER 2022 • 39 2022 Hideout Bass Fishing Derby - July 30, 2022

Pennsylvania Art Education Association

StayInstagramhttps://www.paea.org@PaArtEdCreative!

To whom it may concern:

LeslieSincerely,Marie

Erica Mandell will be recognized at the awards ceremony luncheon on Sunday October 30, 2022 at the Lancaster Convention Center in Lancaster, PA during the PAEA annual Pleaseconference.congratulate this outstanding art educator They stand out as a leader and are committed to the continued growth and collaborative efforts of art educators across the state of Pennsylvania. Thank you for your partnership in recognizing Erica as we all work together to advance the quality of art education across the commonwealth. We welcome you to share this good news with local news outlets.

PennsylvaniaGraceArtEducation Association President Nebinger Elementary Visual Arts Educator Philadelphia Art Teachers Alliance Coordinator

Part-time Hideout resident Erica Mandell Receives A Prestigious Teaching AwardEricaMandell, Joan and Victor Garber

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Rosh Hashanah, a Hebrew term that means “head of the year,” celebrates the Jewish New Year. It is the first of the High Holidays, otherwise known as Days of Awe. Each year, Rosh Hashanah is celebrated during the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, 10 days before Yom Kippur. Rosh Hashanah is a two-day celebration of jubilation. Customs include sounding the shofar, which is a hollowed-out ram’s horn, as prescribed in the Torah. Eating sweet foods dipped in honey to invoke a sweet year, also may occur. Quite often people attend synagogue services on Rosh Hashanah as well. In 2022, Rosh Hashanah will begin the evening of Sunday, September 25 and last until Tuesday, September 27. ■

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The Tuesday morning men’s league is winding down. They started on May 24th with a 9am start.

So, if you want to have fun and make new friends, try us next year, for a noncompetitive fun golf season. Give me a call or text at 570 892-0545 or email me at jamartino414@gmail.com

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From The Pro Shop

The HDA tournament will be held on August 27th and is currently sold out. The 9/11 Help a Hero will be held on September 10th. This is a nine hole event with a dinner dance held at the Lodge that evening. The fall classic will be held on September 17th .This is our last tournament of the season. We are having a golfer appreciation day on Sunday, September 18th, all golfers will receive a hot dog and liquid refreshments on the course at the flag pole. We take reservations for tournaments 30 days prior to a tournament date. You can sign up as a single, two-some, and three some, or four-some. We also have 10 play cards for sale in the Pro Shop. You receive 10 green fees for the price of 9. In addition the cart fee card works the same way. You get 10 cart fees for the price of 9.

By: Al Lutzi, Pro Shop Manager

By: John and Audrey Martino

The Thursday night men’s league began on May 12th with a 5:30 start time they play for 17 weeks. Our clothing line for 2022 has finally arrived. We have some great items at great prices. We also have a large assortment of golf balls, clubs, and other accessories.Remember to follow the posted cart rules for the day. Cart path only on par three holes. Fix your ball marks, replace your divots on the course and rake the sand traps. We have a beautiful course. Let’s keep it that way. This year’s golf camp was held the first week of August. All the participant’s had a great time until the skies opened up on Friday.Remember you must arrange with the Pro Shop if you plan to play the course after 5pm. If you have a golf pass you need to call in. If you do not have a pass you must come in and pre pay for your round of golf. No carts after 5pm. ■ Golf Tournament Calendar 2022 Tournament Date Event Time

Our operating hours are Monday - Friday from 8am till 5pm. Our Saturday, Sunday and Holiday hours are from 7am till 5pm. The club championships started on August 6th and are progressing along. The senior championships started on August 13th and are in progress.

At the time of this writing, we still have the HASG Luau on August 23rd to celebrate and our final golf luncheon on September 8th to complete the season. One thing I know, the promise I made to everyone at the beginning of the season, “that everyone would make new friends”, came true.

It’s difficult to understand how quickly this summer has passed. It seems like just yesterday, we were getting ready to start the golf season and it rained the first four Thursdays! Then, the weather turned to our favor and what a season we had!

Everyone in our league seemed to have a great time and just as I stated, everyone made new friends and some formed long lasting relationships here in The Hideout. This was in evidence at the Wade Preston concert which HASG threw for its members. What a concert it was! There were 150 members present as Barbara (the president) took in the maximum and filled the seats up until the last minute due to a few cancellations.Ifeltlikethe whole Lodge was filled with our golfers and it made me realize that Audrey and I knew almost everyone at the concert. As I observed all the people laughing and having a good time, I realized just how important this league is to the social atmosphere of The Hideout. This year we had 61 golfers and about 20 new members. Everyone was talking to each other at the concert and having a great time.

2022 HASG Golf

Saturday 9/10/22 9/11 Help-a-Hero 9:00 a.m. Saturday 9/17/22 Ciampa/Miles Fall Classic 9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.

You won’t be sorry! ■ 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

• Lastly, many do not know that bald eagles are actually migratory birds.

• Willy Wenner, lead scientist for our Deer Management program with APHIS will be giving a presentation this September on our theunderstandingtoprogrameffective.programgoals,managementandwhytheisThiswillaimprovideanforpublicontheecological benefits, and health management of our local deer herd.

Image courtesy of: https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly Note: Images not to scale

What’s “Hiding Out” in our Community this Month?

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• The USDA has done a fantastic job in advising The Hideout, and taking action |on how to manage a healthy deer population that can thrive, while not depleting forest resources beyond their capacity. As touched on earlier in the year, our deer population has been brought within a healthy carrying capacity for the Northeast Region. Up to 25 deer per square mile can be supported in most habitat throughout our locality, varying in specific situations dependent upon food, cover for the deer, and proximity to humans and development.

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

Greetings,WithSeptember

While the cold weather blues creep into the Northeast, there is still much to look forward to in The Hideout! Deer Management

■ Bald Eagle,

ENVIRONMENTAL

• On top of our annual Deer Management presentation, the Delaware Valley Raptor Center will also be putting on a presentation this month to educate our residents on birds of prey in our area.

• Bald eagles can be found living in a plethora of different habitat types, but are almost always found living around a water source. Eagles consume, and prey upon a large number of fish to support their diet, while also predating waterfowl, small mammals, and even white-tailed deer fawns. Bald eagles are notorious for stealing fish from other predatory birds is well, they will often chase them until they have dropped whatever prey item they may have obtained. This falls right inline with many other predator-like traits, generalizing them as opportunists.

• Bald eagles are very impressive in appearance and stature, they can weigh up to 14 pounds, and boast a wingspan of up to seven feet. Many recognize these beautiful birds by the pure white heads and tails they develop. But these features are not attained until the bird is 5 years old, and reached maturity. Eagles will begin nesting on their own at the age of 5, and can live to be upwards of 30 years old. Eagles have a yellow toned beak and feet and legs sporting razor sharp talons that are capable of disabling larger prey. While eagles are generally predators, they will scavenge and feed on fresh animal carcasses as well. It is not uncommon to see bald eagles consuming fresh roadkill deer throughout the area. This is a more common phenomena in the winter here in Pennsylvania, due to limited hunting opportunities for fish from ice cover on many lakes and streams.

• Bald Eagles have long been a symbol for the United States, often representing strength, intelligence, and beauty. These birds at one time not so long ago, were endangered due to many factors, including poor stream quality, heavy deforestation, and reproductive harm due to pesticide usage. The Pennsylvania Game Commission began reintroducing bald eagles to the state between 1983, and 1989. This came after drastic improvement in Environmental conditions, and a reduction in the use of harmful pesticides. Following these efforts, bald eagles have since been removed from the endangered species list in 2007, and were listed as protected in 2014. Even though bald eagles are now thriving as a species, they can only be found in North America.

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• One more opening is available in the Wildlife and Forestry Committee, the committee currently has 7 members, with a maximum capacity of 8 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 ■

o This is a great opportunity to learn more about the beautiful birds we see every day here in The Hideout such as eagles and red-tailed hawks. Committee Opening

now upon us, the sparse teasers of fall are here, and before we know it there will be snow to shovel.

Presentations

• Bald Eagles lay their eggs between the months of February and April, the eggs will hatch after 35 days of incubation. On average bald eagles have one to three young per year. Unfortunately, all eggs do not hatch at the same time, causing some eaglets to be larger than others, which allows them to outcompete the other eaglets in the nest for food and nutrients. This is a prominent cause of mortality in newborn eaglets.

• Now that The Hideout has reached a healthy population of whitetail deer, a cull will not be necessary this year. USDA surveys have shown that the current management strategy in place is successful, and allowed us to achieve a goal that seemed distant at the very best five years ago. Before the management strategy was put in place, the number of deer per square mile was nearly six times the healthy carrying capacity. It was not uncommon to see diseased, and starving deer within our community that did not have the resources to survive or maintain their health.

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MONTH MONTH VARIANCE % PRIOR YR ('21) YTD YTD VARIANCE % PRIOR YR ('21)

COMMUNITY RELATIONS

RECREATION COMPLEX (39,061) (22,388) (16,673) 97,084 288,002 (190,918) (172,700) (18,218) (148,135) (42,783)

SNACK

LODGE/TIKI

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST,

SUBTOTAL OPER.

financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments. THE HIDEOUT POA INC. MONTH Prior Year (2020)YEAR TO DATE ACTUAL VARIANCE FAV (UNF)VARIANCEFAV(UNF)ACTUAL BUDGET AMENITYINCOME OPERATINGEXPENSES SURPLUS/DEFECIT

OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE)OPERATING FUNDSACTUAL(MONTH)VS BUDGET - ACCRUAL BASIS As of Jul 31, 2022 BUDGET NOTE:

DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION

GOLF MAINTENANCE (33,769) (24,701) (9,068) 181,199 (181,199) (174,097) (7,102) (161,264) (19,935)

MAINTENANCE (165,898) (143,846) (22,052) 191 1,207,745 (1,207,554) (1,013,709) (193,845) (1,028,906) (178,648)

RECREATION

ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL NON AMENITY INCOME: DUES REVENUE 478,993 478,992 1 0.0% 440,625 3,386,481 3,352,950 33,531 1.0% 3,090,864 BAD DEBT EXPENSE (19,443) (19,442) (1) 0.0% (14,688) (136,098) (136,100) 2 0.0% (102,813) LATE CHARGES 3,824 2,500 1,324 53.0% 2,708 40,036 9,000 31,036 344.8% 17,564 ADMIN/RESALE FEES 833 (833) 5,831 (5,831) 1,820 NET DUES RELATED INCOME 463,374 462,883 491 0.1% 428,645 3,290,419 3,231,681 58,738 1.8% 3,007,435 INVESTMENT INCOME 848 1,250 (402) -32.2% 383 2,616 8,750 (6,134) -70.1% 1,460 MISCELLANEOUS INCOME 25 167 (142) -85.0% 25 173 1,169 (996) -85.2% 173 TOTAL NON-AMENITY INCOME 464,247 464,300 (53) 0.0% 429,053 3,293,208 3,241,600 51,608 1.6% 3,009,068 AMENITY INCOME: PUBLIC SAFETY 15,707 9,884 5,823 58.9% 11,766 63,755 69,191 (5,436) -7.9% 92,902 LAUREL PARK 2,111 2,125 (14) -0.7% 2,101 17,776 14,875 2,901 19.5% 14,613 SKI HILL 72,879 81,619 (8,740) -10.7% 69,249 MARINA 15,515 26,294 (10,779) -41.0% 15,325 167,190 97,882 69,308 70.8% 141,786 POOLS & BEACHES 21,675 24,625 (2,950) -12.0% 18,425 93,337 51,125 42,212 82.6% 91,370 COMPLEX 18,258 15,946 2,312 14.5% 23,074 97,084 102,520 (5,436) -5.3% 90,603 GOLF 47,080 34,250 12,830 37.5% 39,335 128,360 105,100 23,260 22.1% 133,947 ARTS & CRAFTS 4,969 1,630 3,339 204.8% 4,405 17,267 11,410 5,857 51.3% 16,047 819 (819) -100.0% 980 191 5,733 (5,542) -96.7% 7,690 160 396 (236) -59.6% 360 2,520 2,772 (252) -9.1% 3,235 LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL 4,190 3,666 524 14.3% 5,270 33,025 25,668 7,357 28.7% 34,335 ADMINISTRATION 102,264 36,745 65,519 178.3% 108,179 481,227 267,225 214,002 80.1% 432,386 RELATIONS 22,049 15,188 6,861 45.2% 19,191 126,886 106,316 20,570 19.3% 112,639 109,548 51,595 57,953 112.3% 93,890 471,273 361,175 110,098 30.5% 399,783 TAB MASTER 255 1,250 (995) -79.6% 498 1,061 8,750 (7,689) -87.9% 2,472 SNACK BARS 32,333 25,000 7,333 29.3% 22,241 72,872 62,000 10,872 17.5% 61,611 LODGE/TIKI BAR 64,655 20,158 44,497 220.7% 28,469 125,091 141,110 (16,019) -11.4% 49,899

DEPRECIATION

CLUBHOUSE

COMMUNITY

WOODSHOP

MAINTENANCE

CLUBHOUSE

ARTS & CRAFTS (5,815) (4,619) (1,196) 17,267 60,905 (43,638) (34,232) (9,406) (33,126) (10,512)

GOLF 29,291 25,306 3,985 128,360 61,033 67,327 42,498 24,829 71,090 (3,763)

WOODSHOP

LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL (17,279) (31,517) 14,238 33,025 143,777 (110,752) (220,610) 109,858 (187,353) 76,601 WOODSHOP (783) (363) (420) 2,520 7,293 (4,773) (3,547) (1,226) (1,908) (2,865) ADMINISTRATION (36,353) (92,784) 56,431 481,227 1,057,800 (576,573) (640,443) 63,870 (446,191) (130,382)

FEDERAL

COMMUNITY RELATIONS 6,413 323 6,090 126,886 95,464 31,422 2,272 29,150 25,223 6,199 CLUBHOUSE 7,417 (25,430) 32,847 471,273 673,453 (202,180) (184,278) (17,902) (131,306) (70,874) TAB MASTER 216 417 (201) 1,061 2,146 (1,085) 2,915 (4,000) 1,243 (2,328) SNACK BARS 1,312 13,986 (12,674) 72,872 91,584 (18,712) (15,102) (3,610) (28,565) 9,853 LODGE/TIKI 46,094 (5,984) 52,078 125,091 154,658 (29,567) (46,855) 17,288 (92,253) 62,686 (433,437) (412,446) (20,991) 1,971,794 5,299,277 (3,327,483) (3,348,494) 21,011 (2,874,773) (452,710)

TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSE

TOTAL AMENITY INCOME 460,769 269,571 191,198 70.9% 393,509 1,971,794 1,514,471 457,323 30.2% 1,754,567 TOTAL INCOME 925,016 733,871 191,145 26.0% 822,562 5,265,002 4,756,071 508,931 10.7% 4,763,635 OPERATING EXPENSES: PUBLIC SAFETY 139,333 124,615 (14,718) -11.8% 118,933 863,785 873,249 9,464 1.1% 766,732 LAUREL PARK 2,864 1,141 (1,723) -151.0% 995 10,284 7,985 (2,299) -28.8% 7,493 SKI HILL 24,433 17,691 (6,742) -38.1% 15,534 213,065 182,769 (30,296) -16.6% 190,743 MARINA 12,576 4,552 (8,024) -176.3% 9,900 41,649 31,862 (9,787) -30.7% 30,471 POOLS & BEACHES 101,024 15,775 (85,249) -540.4% 76,473 145,435 109,433 (36,002) -32.9% 127,803 RECREATION COMPLEX 57,319 38,334 (18,985) -49.5% 43,243 288,002 275,220 (12,782) -4.6% 238,738 GOLF 17,789 8,944 (8,845) -98.9% 17,954 61,033 62,602 1,569 2.5% 62,857 GOLF MAINTENANCE 33,769 24,701 (9,068) -36.7% 26,278 181,199 174,097 (7,102) -4.1% 161,264 ARTS & CRAFTS 10,784 6,249 (4,535) -72.6% 10,415 60,905 45,642 (15,263) -33.4% 49,173 165,898 144,665 (21,233) -14.7% 165,235 1,207,745 1,019,442 (188,303) -18.5% 1,036,596 943 759 (184) -24.2% 528 7,293 6,319 (974) -15.4% 5,143 LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL 21,469 35,183 13,714 39.0% 53,173 143,777 246,278 102,501 41.6% 221,688 138,617 129,529 (9,088) -7.0% 140,254 1,057,800 907,668 (150,132) -16.5% 878,577 15,636 14,865 (771) -5.2% 13,792 95,464 104,044 8,580 8.2% 87,416 102,131 77,025 (25,106) -32.6% 101,147 673,453 545,453 (128,000) -23.5% 531,089 39 833 794 95.3% (221) 2,146 5,835 3,689 63.2% 1,229 BARS 31,021 11,014 (20,007) -181.7% 22,544 91,584 77,102 (14,482) -18.8% 90,176 BAR 18,561 26,142 7,581 29.0% 25,612 154,658 187,965 33,307 17.7% 142,152 EXP. VAR. 894,206 682,017 (212,189) -31.1% 841,789 5,299,277 4,862,965 (436,312) -9.0% 4,629,340 45,543 5,833 (39,710) -680.8% 46 65,775 40,835 (24,940) -61.1% 1,134 939,749 687,850 (251,899) -36.6% 841,835 5,365,052 4,903,800 (461,252) -9.4% 4,630,474 TAXES, (14,733) 46,021 (60,754) (19,273) (100,050) (147,729) 47,679 133,161 INCOME TAXES 129 129 0.0% 129 905 906 1 0.1% 905 90,900 90,900 0.0% 90,000 636,300 636,300 0.0% 630,000 NET INCOME (LOSS) (105,762) (45,008) (60,754) -135.0% (109,402) (737,255) (784,935) 47,680 6.1% (497,744) PUBLIC SAFETY (123,626) (114,731) (8,895) 63,755 863,785 (800,030) (804,058) 4,028 (673,830) (126,200) LAUREL PARK (753) 984 (1,737) 17,776 10,284 7,492 6,890 602 7,120 372 SKI HILL (24,433) (17,691) (6,742) 72,879 213,065 (140,186) (101,150) (39,036) (121,494) (18,692) MARINA 2,939 21,742 (18,803) 167,190 41,649 125,541 66,020 59,521 111,315 14,226 POOLS & BEACHES (79,349) 8,850 (88,199) 93,337 145,435 (52,098) (58,308) 6,210 (36,433) (15,665)

VARIANCEFAV(UNF) These

MAINTENANCE

CONTINGENCY & OTHER

TAB MASTER

5. Lodge/Tiki Bar revenue down by $41k; expenses are under budget by $63k

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME 460,769 269,571 191,198 70.9% 393,509 TOTAL INCOME 925,016 733,871 191,145 26.0% 822,562

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST,

4. Remaining monthly budget reviewed for all Amenity operations and adjusted to conform with budget Budget Variances

A: Dues Related Income stated on an Accrual Basis.

OPERATING

TOTAL INCOME 8,387,409 8,101,586 285,823 3.53% 7,970,686 EXPENSE 8,709,310 8,365,032 (344,278) -4.12% 8,035,848 TAXES, (321,901) (263,446) (58,455) -22% (65,162)

E: Forecasted Surplus (Deficit) for 2022 Forecast Adjustments

1. Ski Hill revenue adjusted down by $12k from budget due to poor weather season

THE HIDEOUT POA, INC. ACCRUAL BASIS - FUNDOPERATING FUNDS (MONTH) OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE) FORECAST (YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31)

YTD PERIOD ENDED: Jul 31, 2022 ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL TOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME: 3,293,208 A 3,241,600 B 51,608 1.6% 3,009,068

ACTUAL vs. BUDGET MONTH MONTH VARIANCE % PRIOR YR (2020) FOR THE MONTH ENDED: Jul 31, 2022 ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL

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

D: 2022 Forecast projection based upon actual results achieved through Apr 2022 with budgeted amounts for May-Dec.

2. Marina revenue adjusted down by $35k to align with budget

DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES 1,092,351 1,092,351 0.0% 1,072,981 NET INCOME (LOSS) (1,414,252) (1,355,797) (58,455) E (1,138,143) Footnote Explanations

DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE 939,749 687,850 (251,899) -36.6% 841,835

TOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME: 464,247 A 464,300 B (53) 0.0% 429,053

CURRENT YE PROJECTED SURPLUS (DEFICIT) ADJUSTED TOTAL VARIANCE % PRIOR YR (2020) AS OF Jul 31, 2022 FORECAST BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING

1. Ski Hill Rev-projecting unfavorable to budget for year by $20.7k; expenses are $20.3k higher than budget due to extensive repairs

4. Clubhouse rev up by $85k; expenses up by $98k due to higher food costs and unanticipated repairs

4. All other amenities on track with budget

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE 5,365,052 4,903,800 (461,252) -9.4% 4,630,474 EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, (100,050) (147,729) 47,679 133,161 & AMORTIZATION

EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, (14,733) 46,021 (60,754) (19,273) DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION

C: Current Year to Date Surplus (Deficit) 2022.

3. Administration revenue is up by $187k which offsets $150k overage on expenses

TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME 1,971,794 1,514,471 457,323 30.2% 1,754,567 TOTAL INCOME 5,265,002 4,756,071 508,931 10.7% 4,763,635

DEPRECIATION

DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES 91,029 91,029 - 0.0% 90,129 NET INCOME (LOSS) (105,762) (45,008) (60,754) -135.0% (109,402)

2. Maintenance rev down by $4.7K due to change in bulk garbage charges; expenses up by $168.3 due to unanticipated repairs and overtime

TOTAL NON-AMENITY INCOMETOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME: 5,563,100 5,556,600 6,500 0.12% 5,221,735 TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME 2,824,309 D 2,544,986 279,323 10.98% 2,748,951

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ACTUAL vs. BUDGET YTD YTD VARIANCE % PRIOR YR (2020)

B: Dues Related Income Budget based upon 2022 Actual Dues Billings less Allowance for Bad Debt.

DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES 637,205 637,206 1 0.0% 630,905 NET INCOME (LOSS) (737,255) (784,935) 47,680 C 6.1% (497,744)

3. Pools & Beaches revenue adjusted down by $35k to align with budget

Lakes & Environmental Install 4 new Floating Wetlands (Islands at Deerfield) 35-51 32,000 32,000 Lakes & Environmental Vegetation Survey (SAV Update) 35-52 8,750 8,750 Lakes & Environmental Weir Replacement for monitoring downstream flow 35-53 5,000 5,000 Lakes & Environmental Deerfield Air Cabinet #2 Compressor replacement 35-54 - 6,000 - 6,000

Lakes & Environmental Dam Safety & Maintenance 35-50 50,000 72,850 (22,850)

Administration Update IT Servers with associated software 40-50 65,000 77,726 (12,726)

Project CAPITAL RESERVE New Cap Cap Res New Cap Cap Res

**Administration Two Dell Laptops 2,819 (2,819)

Tiki *Tiki Bar Renovation (carry over from 2021) 80-41 104,000 7,718 96,282 Tiki Tiki Bar Renovation - phase 2 80-50 - 50,000 - 50,000 Snack bar/main lodge Ban Maire Cooler 91-50 4,200 4,200 Unbudgeted Projects Unbudgeted Projects 20,000 70,000 20,000 70,000

Administration *Front Gate Project 40-10 10,000 200,000 1,236 8,655 8,764 191,345

*Golf Cart Path Repair (carryover from 2021) 19-41 40,000 40,000 Golf Maintenance Foley 633 Accu-Master Spin/Gauge/relief Reel Grinder 19-51 46,000 46,000 Golf Maintenance

**Facilities Maintenance Tire Machine & Balancer 6,841 (6,841)**Lakes & Environmental Boat Ramp/New Concrete Pad 2,500 (2,500)

**Facilities Maintenance Challenger Post Lift 18,690 (18,690)

Administration *POA Upstairs Expansion (carryover from 2021) 40-30 21,798 21,798

*Ski Hill Renovations (carryover from 2021) 12-42 52,459 2,621 34,979 2,459 17,480 162 Ski Hill Annual Ski and Snowboard Replacements 12-50 15,000 15,000 Ski Hill Three Snowmakers 12-51 72,000 69,000 3,000 Pools & Beaches Main Beach Revitalization 15-50 15,000 9,600 5,400 Pools & Beaches North Beach Revitalization 15-51 15,000 13,990 - 1,010 Pools & Beaches Kiddie Pool Repair 15-52 38,000 38,000 Recreation Replace free weights in fitness center 16-50 4,000 4,000 Recreation Infield mix & softball field repair 16-51 6,000 - 6,000 Recreation Replace Elliptical 16-52 4,000 5,124 (1,124) Recreation Three Pickelball Courts in parking lot behind rec 16-53 22,000 22,000 Recreation Pickelball Machine 16-54 2,500 2,597 (97) Recreation Bike share program w/ 6-8 bikes 16-55 9,000 3,604 5,396 Art Center Art Center Roof (repair/replace) 18-50 40,000 21,600 - 18,400 Golf Maintenance

**Facilities Maintenance Truck Body Maint #5 9,031 (9,031)

Spent to date Under

Woodworkers-chg to Art Woodworkers roof replacement-Chg to Art Center Siding 33-50 35,000 29,200 - 5,800

Public Safety Replace patrol unit 103 10-50 58,000 45,694 12,306 Public Safety Amenity CCTV Cameras 10-51 15,000 1,994 13,006 Public Safety Patrol Vehicle Equipment Organizers 10-52 3,500 3,500 Public Safety ABDI RFID Readers & Tags 10-53 45,000 45,000Ski Hill

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Administration Computer inventory replacement & upgrades 40-51 10,000 2,224 7,776 Administration Sophos Anti-virus upgrade server & workstations 40-52 8,500 - 8,500 Administration Sophos Firewall & support (1 year) 40-53 3,100 2,828 272 Administration Fireproof File Cabinets (5) 40-54 10,000 10,000

*Jacobsen Greensking Mower (carryover from 2021) 19-44 30,000 29,182 818 Facilities Maintenance Road Paving - RS&W - Funding 10 Yr Ph I (10 of 10) 30-50 200,000 - 200,000 Facilities Maintenance Road Paving - RS&W - Funding 10 Yr Ph I (8 of 10) 30-50 200,000 200,000 Facilities Maintenance Road Paving - Large Projects 30-51 100,000 50,264 49,736 Facilities Maintenance Stormwater Maintenance Allocation (Various Jobs) 30-52 100,000 73,011 26,989 Facilities Maintenance Vegetation management/tree removal 30-53 50,000 24,879 25,121 Facilities Maintenance Salt Spreader replacement (4) 30-54 24,000 - 24,000 Facilities Maintenance Vehicle Replacement 30-55 50,000 48,349 1,651 Facilities Maintenance UTV Vehicle 30-56 14,500 14,500

SUBTOTAL of EXPENDITURES PLANNED - New Capital & Capital Reserves 252,557 1,882,871 99,949 657,375 174,117 1,203,987 GRAND TOTAL 2,135,428 757,324 1,378,104 * Prior Carry +*******Board**EmergencyOverRepair/ReplaceApprovalReallocationSavingsPermanenttoOffset Other Projects

52 • SEPTEMBER 2022 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER 2022 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES - AS OF Jul 31, 2022

DEPT. DESCRIPTION Numbers CAPITAL

Administration ManageEngine Patch Connect Plus Enterprise/Ccleaner 40-55 5,000 5,000Clubhouse 10 Burner Propane stove/oven 60-50 4,600 1,038 3,562 Clubhouse Chest Freezer 60-51 700 700 -Clubhouse Conveyor Dishwasher 60-52 11,000 11,000 Clubhouse Flat top grill 60-53 3,500 3,500 Clubhouse Rotating glass washer for bar 60-54 - 4,000 4,574 - (574) Clubhouse Two ban marie coolers 60-55 8,400 8,669 (269) Clubhouse Booth seating for dining room 60-56 2,500 2,500 Snack bar/ski hill Replacement flat top grill 70-50 3,500 3,500 Snack bar/ski hill Fryer 70-51 1,000 1,000 Snack bar/ski hill Single door reach-in refrigerator 70-52 1,700 1,700Snack bar/ski hill Green wire locking cage for dry storage 70-53 600 600 Snack bar/ski hill Ice machine 70-54 2,000 2,000 Lodge Main Lodge roof replacement 80-50 - 100,000 63,700 - 36,300

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER SEPTEMBER 2022 • 53 2022 Billed Budget BILLING 3794 3640 ANNUAL ASSESSMENT 5,747,910 79.737% 1,515 CAPITAL RESERVE 1,327,900 18.421% 350 NEW CAPITAL 132,790 1.842% 35 TOTAL DUES BILLED 7,208,600 100.00% 1,900 AMOUNT # LOTS % OF $ COLLECTED PAID IN FULL PAID JANUARY 946,045 * 492 * 13.1% FEBRUARY 1,331,898 687 18.5% MARCH 3,384,751 1,791 47.0% 1st Quarter 2021 5,662,694 2,970 78.55% APRIL 697,617 366 9.7% MAY 208,807 105 2.9% JUNE 187,497 83 2.6% 2nd Quarter 2020 1,093,921 554 15.18% JULY 75,870 42 1.1% AUGUST 0.0% SEPTEMBER 0.0% 3rd Quarter 2020 75,870 42 1.05% YEAR TO DATE DUES COLLECTED 6,832,485 3,566 94.78% COLLECTION BUDGET VARIANCE % of $ Current Projection 3640 PROJECTION 3640 FAV<UNFAV> Budgeted YEAR END CURRENT DUES COLLECTIONS 6,916,000 6,916,000 - 100.00% AMOUNT AMOUNT VARIANCE % of $ COLLECTED BUDGETED FAV<UNFAV> Budgeted YEAR TO COLLECTEDDELINQUENTDATEDUES 149,542 80,000 69,542 187% YTD Dues Analysis: $6,843,168 collected through Jul 31, 2022; *Total includes member accounts that prepaid in full and credits toward 2022 dues from 2021 in the amount of $128,874 NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments. 2022 Actual Year End Dues Collections 2021 Delinquent Dues Collections HIDEOUT POA, INC. MEMBERSHIP BILLING & COLLECTIONS AS OF Jul 31, 2022 2022%

The music, the weather, and the food were a big hit!

Ryan’s Angels Second Annual Golf Tournament - July 23, 2022

The Board of Ryan’s Angels would like to thank The Hideout employees, especially those in the Pro Shop and Food and Beverage - as well as the members who participated in making this event the success that it was. Next year’s tournament will be held on Saturday, July 22,In2023.recognition of everyone’s hard work to make the golf outing such a success, Ryan’s Angels also hosted a Summer Picnic at the Outdoor Sports Complex on August 20. The fun-packed day included Lady and the Vets volunteering their time to entertain us with a great buffet prepared by Eddie V. (Big Dog Daddy).

Once again, Ryan’s Angels took advantage of a beautiful day in our great community for the Second Annual Ryan’s Angels Golf Tournament. The Hideout Food and Beverage Staff were on point that day, from breakfast in the morning to dinner later that evening, and Drafts Bar and Grill generously donated the refreshments for both on course and the dinner. Throughout the 18 holes, golfers tried to win a cash prize of ten thousand dollars, a Ford F-150 or a Ford Explorer.Following the tournament, 120 guests descended on the Main Lodge. The evening’s emcee was Hideout Board President Andrew Miller, who kicked off the festivities with the presentation of the Jack Ryan Community Service Award to BobLastWeigand.year,we raised $5,000.00 after our first tournament. This year, the Board of Ryan’s Angels set the Goal of $10,000.00 to be donated to the Lake Ariel Fire Company after expenses, and we achieved it!!! I would be remiss if we didn’t acknowledge that this is no small feat for a non-profit in only its second year of existence to accomplish, and without your support, along with our sponsors, we wouldn’t have been able to reach that goal.

Finally, we proudly announce our support of the Lake Ariel Fire Company’s new Capital Campaign to build a brand-new firehouse. The current firehouse was built in the 1940s and needs to be replaced with a modern facility to serve us for the next 100 years. Stay tuned for more announcements in thisForregard.more information, visit our website at www.ryansangels.org or like our Facebook page to follow our calendar of events and announcements of things to come. ■ by: Brian A. Carchedi

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Happy 75th Birthday to the United States Air SeptemberfoundedForce!on18,1947“AimHigh,Fly-Fight-Win” Happy Sweet 16 MacKenzie! We love you so much. Your growing up so fast. Love Mom, Craig, & Jacob

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What a lovely warm summer it’s been. Family visits some weekends some weeks. Fueling the dreams of children that bring. Joy and the laughter only kids can conceive, it’s their thing. Joking around and the songs that they sing. Hot dogs and burgers, pancakes and pies, watching the stars in the bright evening sky. Fishing and boating and floating in lakes. It makes for great times and sunburns that hurt. Corn fresh from the fields. Tomatoes ripe off the vine. Watermelon, and ice cream so cold and sublime. Smores made with marshmallows on a crackling fire that glows. Loving every moment with our Jane’s and our Joe’s. Moms and dads, uncles and aunts, grandmas and grandpas all do agree. That summer’s the time to gather and play. It’s hard to see summer once again go away. WOLRAD/2022

58 • SEPTEMBER 2022 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER Arlene A McHale Ins Agcy Inc Arlene A McHale Agent Rt 191, PO Box 849 Hamlin, PA 18427-0849 Bus (570) 689-5238 Fax (570) arlene.mchale.c39s@statefarm.com689-9559 For Emergency Road Service, call 877-627-5757 FAMILYSINCEOWNED1987 PA License: PA018418 Fully Licensed & www.northeastwindow.comInsured 12 Months Same as Cash Financing Option WINDOWS, DOORS, SIDING, ROOFING, & MORE September 2022 Employment Anniversaries Congratulations on your accomplishment! Alexander Romeo Badiu Public Safety 5 Joseph Kozuch Public Safety 35 Bettina Corma Public Safety 17 Jeffrey Behnke Public Safety 2 Donnamarie Bachmann Public Safety 8 Kathleen A. Lyons Public Safety 1 John Boandl Recreation 4 Donald Mundrake Golf Maintenance 14 Leonora Marie Mocerino Maintenance 7 James Aleckna Maintenance 13 Makayla R Croney Maintenance 1 Lisa Ryan Clubhouse 1 Jennifer L. Martinez Clubhouse 1 Happy Anniversary & Many Thanks! NAME DEPARTMENT YEARS

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StandingTabled: Items:

8. Feral Cats: C-Ally cat will trap as necessary. Questions & Comments: Motion to Adjourn: Approved by Joe Seconded by Cathy .

2. National Wildlife Federation Certified Habitat: Paul will contact NFW to determine if the Golf course wetlands qualify for NFW certification. Possible area below club house may also qualify.

3. You will receive a confirmation from The Hideout once you register.

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.

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Wildlife and Forestry Committee Meeting Minutes - July 14, 2022

4. Tree damage: Tree Savers established beetle colonies

5. New Committee Members: By unanimous vote the committee appointed Richard Long and Alex Grohl.

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

4. Deer birth control: No changes are likely. Committee agreed to remove Deer birth control from standing items.

7. Spongy Moths: No action

ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 105 Gravity Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Mass Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Father Stephen Stavoy. (570) 698-5584.

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.

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.

2. Turkey survey: Turkey have mainly been observed in the North Section.

2. Goose management: No action until the Spring 3. Native Vegetation Enclosure: Next year in May/June a high cutting around theperiphery will be required.

Present-Committee:Cathy Long, Joseph Piotrowski, Kathy Carpenter, Absent- Fred Sakacs ExcusedStaff/Board Liaison: Present- Paul Matarazzo, Jill Metschulat, Richard Yokum

1. Members must be in good standing.

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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.

4. Deer management: Paul contacted APHIS regarding drone deer surveillance. At this time, they’re not utilizing drones. It was noted that the forest understory is increasing. The committee discussed improving the deer habitat thru forestry management. A discussion regarding potential tree species to accomplish that goal ensued. Discussed Elderberry cuttings from golf course. The food plot on the Miller Road property is being prepared for planting. Awaiting date for APHIS presentation. Eleven DMAP tags have been obtained. Six for wildwood, five for the Sportsman club.

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.

5. Pharagmites: Last application of herbicide decreased the spread. Future applications are planned.

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 Stavoy. (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.

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

ONLINE GATE ACCESS

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ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 405 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428. Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Reverend Adam Reinhardt (570) Email:226-2411spelc@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.

AREA WORSHIP SERVICES

3. Composter: The composter currently not be used by the Harvesters. Its anticipated there may be more use in the fall. A more extensive information sign regarding use of the composter will be posted. Maintenance will be asked to provide grass clippings for compost.

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

Pledge of Allegiance Motion to approve the Minutes: Approved by Cathy Long, Seconded by Joseph Piotrowski . Old Business:

New Business:

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

1. Roamingwood garden: Sedges, Blue Stem, and Backed Eyed Susan where cut down by maintenance. Green garden stakes will be placed to allow identification of the plants. The weeds in the beds will require selective application of herbicide.

1. Nature Trail: verify boot cleaners are useable. Committee members will walk the trail on July 18th to determine sign locations.

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL, 615 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Every other Friday Service 7:30 p.m. Rabbi Elliott Kleinman. (570) 253-2222.

3. Hideabout: Discussed future articles: Invasive Pests presentation, Success of deer management program. Photos of straw bales

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. Spotted Lanternfly: A presentation by Diane D. Master Gardner Coordinator is planned. No confirmed sightings.

6. Nuisance Animals: A beaver was observed at Deerfield. It appears to have been traveling and there is no sign of continued damage or lodge construction.

60 • SEPTEMBER 2022 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER 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 DEPARTMENT FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER Oversee promotion of product to include food, beverage, alcohol, entertainment, presentation of FOH Staff,and customer relations. Create and institute creative and profitable menus and specials to ensure continued customer growth EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • Mixology skills and management ability, particularly budget and inventory control. • Must be neatly dressed and well-groomed to create a positive image among guests and employees. Take a personal interest in The Hideout and create a good example for employees to follow. • Improve staff morale and job performance, increase profitability • Possess proficient knowledge of liquor quality and preparation and keep updated on new or revised beverage •receiptsProvide RAMP training to employees (Responsible Alcohol Management Program) Join a team that takes pride in providing members and guests with a great dining experience! The Hideout Clubhouse consists of a pub for casual dining or enjoy a fine dining experience in our restaurant. Our Chefs take pride in offering many seasonal as well as favorite American Cuisine dishes. Be a part of the Clubhouse Team. WE ARE SEEKING THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: • FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER • LINE & PREP COOKS • DISHWASHERS • BUSSERS • SERVERS • BARTENDERS • HOST/HOSTESS All positions must be available to work weekends,nights,andholidays. WE SCHEDULING.FLEXIBLEOFFER

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EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Basic knowledge of Radio Communications a plus.

• Hideout issued uniform provided.

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS FULL-TIME

• Must be 18 years or older and possess a valid Driver’s License.

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).

PATROL OFFICERS FULL-TIME

• Certification in ACT 235 preferred.

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• Work is performed inside and outside with exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable situations.

Coordinate emergency responses from Police, Fire and Emergency Response personnel. Maintain Command and Control Center for the Community. Keep radio communications between Control and Patrol Vehicles open at all times. Issue guest, visitor and contractor passes as warranted.

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

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

• Ability to communicate effectively with members, guest and vendors.

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• Basic knowledge of First Aid/AED/EMT a plus.

• Available to work weekends, holidays and occasional overtime for full-time positions.

Ensure the public safety of Association members, guests, employees, and contractors. Maintain the enforcement responsibility for adopted Rules and Regulations. Maintain radio communications with North Gate Control Center and other patrol vehicles.

• Must be 18 years old.

62 • SEPTEMBER 2022 HELP REPRESENTATIVECUSTOMERWANTEDSERVICEPOSITIONOPEN Call: (570) 689-5238 Fax resume to: (570) 689-9559 • Local Insurance & Financial Sales Office • Prior CSR Experience & Familiar with Microsoft Preferred. To advertise call Brandon Downs, Advertising Sales and CommunityAssistant,Relationsat (570) 630-3716 or email bdowns@thehideout.usat The Hideout Sons and Daughters of Italy

EXECUTIVE SESSION Meeting ended at: 9:40 am Motion: Larry Lieberher, 2nd Ron Phelps Next Meeting: Friday, 7/22/22, 9:00 at the POA Board Room ■

Unauthorized Signs: Public Safety has indicated that “Kids at Play” signs are beginning to pop up. The committee discussed possibilities of handling this, including having the Hideout erect signs in key areas, and possibly installing speed bumps as part of the 2024 repaving project. Paul is working with Public Safety on this.

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COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

THERE’S NOT A MOMENT TO SPARE!!! September 7, 2022 - April 19, 2023

EXECUTIVE SESSION Meeting ended at: 9:35 am Next Meeting: Friday, 8/12/22, 9:00 at the POA Board Room ■

There are buyers who follow feng shui principles. I’ve heard that the use of feng shui can work for us or against us, even when we are not aware of their existence. So keep these tips in mind. Start with the front door. It is considered the “mouth of chi”( life force of all things) and one of the most powerful aspects of the entire property. Abundance, blessings, opportunities, and good fortune enter here. It’s also the first impression for buyers. Be sure the area around the front door is always clean, free of cobwebs and clutter. Lighting should be straight and properly hung.Let’s move on to the windows. A pet peeve of mine, which I inherited from my mother, is dirty windows. Since the windows are considered to be the eyes of the home, it is really important to keep them clean. This may mean hiring a professional window cleaner to get to those cathedral windows. Aside from the Feng Shui, I can tell you from experience that when a buyer sees dirty windows, they start thinking about how on earth do we keep those clean. Just get it done,

Lot Violations/Citations: Ongoing effort in conjunction with Public Safety.

Stormwater: Large Projects: Grandview should be starting next week, Ridgeview will be next. Maplewood is still awaiting the DEP. Pop-up Camper turned into Trailer: Allowed as regulation say we can have trailers. Outlet Structure: DSI has completed initial work and has submitted proposal for the next phase. Ski Hill: Discussion of upgrades that have been made and what is still needed.

E.coli Levels: Levels have been good over the last couple of weeks. Discussing ways to control issue (i.e. vegetation, chemical, charcoal socks, aeration around beaches, filter boxes). It is not considered a chronic condition as the lake has been resolving its own issues. Will work on a plan if this is ever not self-resolving.

Call to Order at: 9:00 am

Lot Violations/Citations: Process is ongoing. Emphasis is being put on overgrown vegetation. Signs & Road Striping: Committee agreed that this work looks good. Stormwater: Making good progress with several small issues that need to be addressed. Ridgeview Drive will be starting soon. Maplewood Swale is awaiting DEP Approval.

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REVIEW/DISCUSSION

Pledge of Allegiance: Present: Mike Burns - Chairperson, Ron Phelps, Larry Lieberher, Paul Spiese, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Manager, Rich Guiffredo – Board Liaison, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Tina Excused:Fairfax N/A Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 6/24/22: Approved as written. Motion: Ron Phelps 2nd Mike Burns Permits issued 6/24/22 – 7/7/22: Approved by unanimous vote. Motion: Ron Phelps, 2nd Larry Lieberher

Lake Conditions: DSI has completed repairs to outlet structure. Additional work needs to be done downstream. DSI will be submitting a proposal.

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Environmental Control Committee Meeting Minutes - July 8, 2022

REVIEW/DISCUSSION

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Environmental Control Committee Meeting Minutes - July 22, 2022

Call to Order at: 9:00 am Pledge of Allegiance: Present: Larry Lieberher, Ron Phelps, Paul Spiese, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Manager, Tina Fairfax Excused: Mike Burns – Chairperson, Rich Guiffredo - Board Liaison Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 7/8/22: Approved as written. Motion: Ron Phelps 2nd Paul Spiese Permits issued 7/8/22/22 – 7/20/22: Approved by unanimous vote. Motion: Ron Phelps, 2nd Paul Spiese

The meeting was called to order at 6:30PM by the Chairman he asked for all to give a moment of silence for recently passed Clare Madden Township Park Chair.The Pledge of Allegiance was then recited with all members present.

3. It was suggested that the agenda for the board meetings be sent out in an email blast after the board workshop and before the board meeting so that members know what will be discussed and voted on at the board meeting.

New Business and items of Discussion: 1. Regarding the front entrance, a discussion was had about the plans to keep “The Hideout Tower” as part of the new entrance. It is a widely recognized sign that should be rebuilt, and many members feel that this is a real ICON of The Hideout. We will have further information regarding the front entrance design in the future.

Old Business: Outlook Construction Stormwater concerns. Attorney Treat reviewed area of Stormwater in the pending land development in Jefferson Township. The Stormwater retention is planned for a small piece of property located in Salem Township. The parcel is a land locked lot which is against Salem Township ordinance. Attorney Treat noted concerns of lack of maintenance in the future. He noted that the area needs to be accessible for future repairs and maintenance and deeded to the property owners so that someone will be responsible in the future. Motion to send letter to Outlook Construction developer for this project made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Vincent Rivezzi with all in favor. Truck Sale discussion the 2007 Freightliner did not sell online. Supervisors decided to hold for now and maybe readvertise in the fall. Short Term Rental ordinance public discussion as advertised was then held. Purpose of the ordinance as set is the basic, health, and safety. Township regulations does not supersede local HOA’s is more stringent. Larry Frotten of the Hideout POA noted the regulations going in the Hideout 1/1/2023. Mr. Frotten noted he would like the Township to inspect for safety and occupancy. The Township will also inspect sewage where applicable for occupancy load. Violations will be cited. Indian Rocks POA limits the number of Short term rentals based on the number of homes in the community. They also allow only a 3-violation maximum after that your permit will be revoked. Enforcement may be in house or third party. Hideout Security would handle a lot within the community.

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Communications Committee Meeting Minutes - August 22, 2022

Salem Township Board of Supervisor Minutes - July 12, 2022

Supervisors on a motion made by Vincent Rivezzi and 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor will have Attorney Treat write a letter to the property owner noted clean up required and to contact the Township with his plans.

Attorney Updates: None Public Time: Concerned resident over cell phone coverage asking if plans were being made for additional cell towers. Advised none at this time but the county was working on plans and the Hideout noted they planned on one close to the Stockfarm Road entrance. He also asked about trash cans in the park.

New Business: Tire Dumping off the Mt Cobb Hwy was noted. DEP had written the Township questioning ownership and were provided the owner’s name Dennis Smith. Mr. Smith advised DEP he had the Township permission and was putting in a used tire business. The Township has never approved or been advised of the change in use at this location.

The meeting was called to order at 11:30 Attendance:Pledgea.m.ofAllegiance

Terri Letteratis, Eileen Simon, Lyle Britton, Judy Britton, Bernadette Zumbo, Lisa Green, Community Relations Manager

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1. A box listing the abbreviations was added to The Hideabout Extra 2. Lyle presented the Pennsylvania regulations on how an HOA can foreclose on properties delinquent in their HOA Fees. He will forward this information to The Hideout management for their 3.perusal.Wewill contact Recreation regarding opening the gate to the bathrooms from the Main Pool to keep it on their agenda for 2023. To add a badge checker at this gate to avoid people from entering without a pool pass 4. Penn Dot is still reviewing front entrance plans.

The minutes of the CBDG Hearing were approved as presented on a motion made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor. The minutes of the regular monthly meeting were approved as presented with no comments or corrections on a motion made by Robert Wittenbrader 2nd by Vincent Rivezzi with all in favor.

Sub-division: Lot consolidation of the Schwickrath properties was reviewed and comments addressed. Motion to approve was made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

Excused: Lou Delli Santi Minutes of the last meeting approved by Judy Britton, seconded by Lyle OldBrittonBusiness:

2. Questions have been raised as to the requirements of lifeguards at the beach and pools. We will reach out to John Boandl for clarification.

4. Any specific questions regarding activities, permit requirements, event schedules, etc. should be directed to the specific department manager. You can find their contact information on the website and in The Hideabout.

5. Kayak racks at the Marina need a sign with “ NO Parking” in front of them. Members can not access their kayaks because of cars blocking the racks.

Correspondence: Wayne County Commissioners advised of an upcoming meeting to discuss CARES Funds and potential projects. Real Estate Transfer for the month of June was received in the amount of $ 21,102.52. DMS Engineering wrote advising of the Neville Trailer Park update and tentative start up date for sewage plant in July or August.

Bills were reviewed and a motion to approve and pay as presented was made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Vincent Rivezzi with all in favor.

With no other business a motion to adjourn was made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Vincent Rivezzi with all in favor. Meeting adjourned at 7:15PM Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Wargo Secretary/Treasurer ■

6. Signs around the community are obstructed due to trees and bushes. Maintenance will be notified to correct it. Meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m. Next Meeting - Monday, October 3, 2022, @ 11:30 in the POA ■

The Planning Commission meeting minutes were then read.

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER SEPTEMBER 2022 • 65 CAPITALNEW RESERVECAPITALDESCRIPTIONDEPT. CLUBHOUSE UnitDisposalOilFryer 1,000 CLUBHOUSE fryersforFiltration 5,000 CLUBHOUSE storageadditionalforWalk-in 15,000 CLUBHOUSE areaStationWaitinFreezerReach-in 2,500 CLUBHOUSE refrigeratorinreachtwo-doorReplace 3,000 CLUBHOUSE bathroomsClubhouseUpdate 33,000 CLUBHOUSE TrexwithdeckClubhouseReplace 55,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES CompactorRecycling3rd 32,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES use)indoorforelectricor(propaneLiftGenieSmall 30,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES areaContainmentGasforElectrical 22,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES in-house)workdo(toMachineStripingLine 6,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES Trash/RecycleRSC,Quilters,dock,work-LoadingConcrete 40,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES #9TruckPickupReplace 67,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES #8TruckPickupReplace 67,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES MaintenancePaving-MajorRoad 175,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES 10)of(9IIPhYr10Funding-RS&W-PavingRoad 200,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES AllocationMaintenanceStormwater 100,000 MAINTENANCEFACILITIES RemovalManagement/TreeVegetation 50,000 MAINTENANCEGOLF expired)(leaseCartsGolfEZ-Go28 35,000 MAINTENANCEGOLF replacementpathCart 100,000 ADMINISTRATION ProjectGategates/MainNorth&MainatlanesexitongatesInstall 150,000 ADMINISTRATION cores16Server2019Windows4 3,500 ADMINISTRATION CenterRecforBackupBattery 4,100 ADMINISTRATION Plus/CcleanerPatchConnectPatchManageEngine 5,000 ADMINISTRATION yr)(1RenewalSupportandFirewallSophos 5,500 ADMINISTRATION yr)(1supportDocstar 6,000 ADMINISTRATION roomServerPOAforBackupBattery2 8,200 ADMINISTRATION InventoryComputer 10,000 ADMINISTRATION yr)(1Anit-virusSophos 10,000 ADMINISTRATION serverbackupSeriesRecoveryUnitrends 24,000 ENVIRONMENTAL&LAKES pondentrance@AerationVertex 6,000 ENVIRONMENTAL&LAKES PondSpringBig&DeerfieldatMetersWater 2,000 ENVIRONMENTAL&LAKES completion-RehabDamWindemere 20,000 LODGE UnitDisposalOilFryer 1,000 LODGE rackpanSheet 1,000 LODGE fryersforFiltration 5,000 LODGE unitrefrigerationOutdoorWalk-in 20,000 LODGE RefrigeratorReach-inCommercialAvantco 2,000 LODGE CabinetwithBroilerChar 2,000 LODGE LodgeforSlicerDeli 2,500 LODGE FryerFloorSupremesolsticeSolofilterPitco 16,000 BEACHES&POOLS poolMainatChairsLifeguard2 10,000 BEACHES&POOLS poolKiddieandMainaroundconcreteRepair 100,000 SAFETYPUBLIC camerasCCTVexistingtoadditions&Upgrades 15,000 SAFETYPUBLIC RSCandLodgeMainatsystemsalarmUpgrade/Replace 20,000 SAFETYPUBLIC 101VehiclePatrolReplace 55,000 SAFETYPUBLIC RSCandMarinasystemsCameraCCTVUpgrade/Replace 80,000 SAFETYPUBLIC SafetyPublictomovedbetogeneratorPOAofInstallation 20,000 RECREATION ISCforSystemSound 3,000 RECREATION ISCforScrubberFloor 14,000 RECREATION CenterFitnessforTreadmill 9,000 RECREATION equipment)(replacePlaygroundCenterArt 30,000 CENTERART remodelinteriorCenterArt 50,000 MARINA&LAKES rack)newandcanoes5paddleboards,10kayaks,(10BeachMainrackboat&boatsNew 18,000 HILLSKI snowbards)(Skiis,equipmentreplacementHillSkl 15,000 HILLSKI gunsnowoneReplace-HillSki 30,000 GRILLHILLSKI UnitDisposalOilFryer 1,000 GRILLHILLSKI GrillHillSkiforFryer 4,500 BARTIKI expansionBarTikiFinalize 60,000 BARTIKI BarTikiforKegerator 2,500 BARTIKI RefrigeratorcommercialdoorThree 5,000 BARTIKI BarTikiforfurnitureReplacement 12,000 projectsCapitalUnbudgetedTobedetermined15,000 40,000projectsCapitalUnbudgetedTobedetermined 1,741,300210,000 1,951,300 P.O.A.HIDEOUTTHE BUDGETPROJECTSCAPITALPROPOSED2023 Expenditures ReservesCapital&CapitalNew-PLANNEDEXPENDITURESofSUBTOTAL 2023 Proposed Budget

66 • SEPTEMBER 2022 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER 20232022202120202019201820171,5851,5151,4101,3551,3001,2401,22533035034039539535538555351005550100401,9701,9001,8501,8051,7451,6951,6501,6504550604550703.7%2.7%2.5%3.4%2.9%2.7%2.5%36503640362536353635366536653581351035633615363337943765390439083910391401394224496.28%93.11%93.01%93.73%93.64%ExpensesAmenity5,785,250Lots3,650xAssessment$8,983,054$Surplus-2021ForwardCarry151,994Spray)(InsectExpenseReserveSpray)(InsectSurplusForwardCarry85,00085,00018,000IncomeInvestment2,000IncomeOtherBoardContingency&Fees40,000ChargesLate28,0001,00010,000FeesAdministrationTaxesIncomeAmenity2,928,810Total9,109,054$100,000CollectionsYearPrior9,109,054Total$$ 5,048,865 12/31/2022Estimate ProjectsReserve1,204,500Lots3,650xAssessment$1,741,300$$10,00035,000IncomeInvestmentFees1,000500,000FeesTransferTaxes$1,752,30010,000CollectionsYearPriorTotal$(2,800)1,749,500Total$ReductionofReserve$5,046,065 12/31/2023Estimate 485,827 12/31/2022Estimate ProjectsCapitalNew200,750Lots3,650xAssessment$210,000$450Fees&TaxesIncomeInvestment210,4502,000CollectionsYearPriorTotal$(7,700)202,750Total$ReductionofReserve$478,127 12/31/2023Estimate 5,534,692Revenues 12/31/2021Estimate ExpensesAmenity7,190,500Lots3,650xAssessment$8,983,054$Spray)(InsectExpenseReserveSurplus-2021ForwardCarry151,99485,000Spray)(InsectSurplusForwardCarry85,000CompensationPlanReserveContingencyBoardChargesLate&Administration38,00040,000ExpendituresProjectReserve53,000IncomeInvestment1,951,300CompanyEstateRealinInvestment2,000IncomeOther12,450500,000FeesTransferTaxes&FeesIncomeAmenity2,928,810Total11,071,804$112,000CollectionsYearPrior(10,500)11,061,304Total$ReductionofReserve$5,524,192 12/31/2022Estimate Notes:2022in9%overofrateinflationagainstfactorsand$1.35/weektoequatesyearthefor$70ofincreaseDues3650to3640from10byincreasedbudgetedLotsbreak-evenatoclosegettoyearspriorfromdecreasedwereprojectsreserveCapital Paid/TakenLotsActual BudgetProposed2023P.O.A.HideoutReportBalanceFund&AssessmentASSESSMENTSOFHISTORY DescriptionAssessmentAnnualReserveCapitalReserveCapitalNewTOTALIncrease$Increase%PaytoLotsBudgetedBilledLotsRSW&Hideout-RollstheoffTakenLots%PaytoLotsBudgeted OPERATIONSExpensesRevenuesRESERVES&OPERATIONS-BUDGETTOTALExpenses RESERVECAPITALExpensesRevenuesRESERVECAPITALNEWExpensesRevenues P.O.A.HIDEOUTTHEBudgetOperationalProposed2023ComparisonTotalAnnualProposed%VARIANCECHANGEAccountDescription2023BUDGET2022FINALBUDGET48,346FOOD-COST330,909282,56317.1%34,976BEER/LIQUOR-COST112,45877,48245.1%8,700MERCHRESALE54,00045,30019.2%7,075EVENTSSPECIAL58,15051,07513.9%0.0%EXPCONTRACTORINDEPENDENT15,00015,000223,1814,330,2154,553,396WAGES&SALARIES5.2%44,701378,337423,038TAXESPAYROLL11.8%23,041696,198719,239BENEFITSEMPLOYEE3.3%(6,974)COMPWORKERS107,099114,073-6.1%7,73829,80937,547EXPADMINISTRATIVE26.0%0.0%AUDIT28,20028,20017,426CHGSCARDCREDIT&BANK71,42654,00032.3%0.0%EXPBOARD/COMMITTE15,00015,0001,500SUPPPLIESCHEMICAL30,85029,3505.1%1,725COLLECTIONS13,72512,00014.4%(250)CONF/MEETINGS6,0006,250-4.0%(500)11,25010,750SERVDONATIONS-EMERG-4.4%(4,000)DUES/SUBSCRIPTION5,5009,500-42.1%(4,150)CONTROLENVIRONMENTAL72,00076,150-5.4%5,300FUEL/TRAVEL98,10092,8005.7%47,231INSURANCE352,737305,50615.5%(500)2,5002,000SYSTEMIRRIGATION-20.0%SystemHR&EXPENSEIT178,700153,25025,45016.6%0.0%LANDSCAPING7,5007,5005,650136,550142,200MANAGEMENTLAKES4.1%7,50047,50055,000EXPENSEPROF.&LEGAL15.8%4.6%LICENSES15,92515,2257002,9808,52011,500MATERIALMEMBERSHIP35.0%19,099SUPPLIESOPERATING&OFFICE214,414195,3159.8%ELECTRIC&GASOIL,226,151215,19110,9605.1%0.0%ENGINEERING&MAINTENANCEOUTSIDE8,5008,5001,25016,75018,000POSTAGE7.5%9,30042,45051,750PRINTING21.9%33,705143,625177,330MAINT.&REPAIRS23.5%2,50022,50025,000REPAIRSROAD11.1%(500)11,50011,000SAND-4.3%(10,000)120,000110,000REMOVALSNOW-8.3%95,000225,000320,000REMOVALWASTESOLID42.2%(6,100)10,0003,900EXPENSEMASTERTAB-61.0%(2,885)38,08535,200TELEPHONE-7.6%5.0%REPLACEMENTTOOL10,50010,0005001,5003,4504,950MATERIALTRAINING43.5%1,0002,3003,300TROPHIES43.5%4,556UNIFORMS32,50627,95016.3%29,040MAINTENANCEVEHICLE87,74058,70049.5%1,818RENTSCARTVEHICLE/EQUIP/GOLF36,53434,7165.2%0.6%77,90078,330SEWER&WATER430688,0198,295,0358,983,054SUBTOTAL8.3%(30,000)70,00040,000OTHER&CONTINGENCYBOARD-42.9%SPRAY)(INSECTEXPRESERVE85,000100,000(15,000)-15.0%(551)1,5511,000TAXESINCOMEFEDERAL-35.5%642,4688,466,5869,109,054EXPENSESTOTAL7.6%383,8242,544,9862,928,810INCOMEAMENITY15.1%Incr)($1,585/$703650xASSESSANNUAL5,785,2505,514,600270,6504.9%(48,006)200,000151,994FORWARDCARRYSURPLUSBUDGET-24.0%20,00080,000100,000COLLECTIONSYEARPRIOR25.0%SPRAY)(INSECTSURPLUSFORWARDCARRY85,00085,0000.0%13,00015,00028,000CHARGESLATE86.7%10,00010,000FEESADMINISTRATION-0.0%3,00015,00018,000INCOMEINVESTMENT20.0%2,0002,000MISCELLANEOUS0.0%642,4688,466,5869,109,054REVENUESTOTAL7.6%BUDGETBALANCED00

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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 Assoc. 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 ■

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) beesafe@echoes.net503-0855,

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THRIFT SHOPPE - open 2nd & 4th Saturday of month at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Hamlin, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free Clothing Day - 1st Wednesday after the 2nd Saturday from 10 a.m.-noon and 5-7 p.m. Donations welcomed whenever the shoppe is open. -ST. THOMAS MORE/ST. MARY’S FOOD PANTRY - open 2nd & 4th Wed. of every month. 9:30-11:00 a.m. -HAMLIN FIRE & RESCUE BINGOEvery Sunday & Wednesday at Bingo Hall (behind Hamlin Fire & Rescue on the hill). Doors open 5 p.m. Games start 6 p.m. -LAKE ARIEL VOLUNTEER FIRE CO. - Drive-Thru Breakfast. Sunday, September 18 - 8 a.m. to Noon. The Drive-Thru Breakfast includes Pan cakes, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sau sage Patties, Home Fries, and Syrup and Butter. Lake Ariel Fire Station, 1381 Lake Ariel Highway. ■

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• Bocce Ball equipment is left out. They should be put away properly. Court also gets very muddy. Add proper storage for outdoor equipment.

• Incoming road to the POA where the native vegetation area is needs to be maintained. It is very overgrown.

• Recreation men’s bathroom toilet seats are loose.

• When painting the mailbox areas please remove signs before painting.

Present: Rich Straczynski-Chair Person, Jim Dunn, John Casey, Raymond Berri, Michelle Popadynec, Lisa McKenna, Dale Conlon, Craig Rafaniello-Project Manager, Dennis Polhamus-Facilities Manager, Michael Terranova-Board Liaison, Desiree Detres-Maintenance Administrative Clerk Guest: Larry Frotten-Community Manager Excused: William Pols Minutes from meeting on, July 10th, 2022, were approved by Lisa McKenna and John Casey

Lakes Committee Minutes - July 23, 2022

Chair: Iggy Rivera Members: Kirsten Dolan, Kent Fairfield, Steve Flapan, Bob Kravetz, Rick Nolte, Judy Restaino, Jeff Silverman Staff: Paul Matarazzo, Jill Metschulat Board: Andrew Miller Excused: Arnie Milidantri The meeting was called to order at 9:01 in-person and via Zoom followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as written with a motion by K. Fairfield, a second by S. Flapan and approval by all (7-0-0).

•Lake.Horse Shoe courts need attention.

• Getaway Park, on the left side there is a wash out and needs gravel.

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• Brooks Lake, we need a railing for steps leading to boat ramp.

•resurfacing.Weneedsafety strips on steps at the Clubhouse. On the Recreation side.

DISCUSSION Recreation will now be included in all Public Works Meetings

DOG PARK- All has been corrected POA GAS LINE- All has been corrected RSW TRIANGLE- All has been corrected

• North Rec, there are no lights.

MAIN GATE- Peters Consultants resubmitted out new plan designs. Waiting on review and approval.

• Ski Hill Lodge lights need to be replaced.

GROUND- Swing set will be installed once we have the proper equipment MAPLEWOOD SWALE- Still on hold

The next meeting will be on August 27th. The meeting was adjourned at 9:27 with a motion by R. Nolte, a second by A. Miller and approval by all. Respectfully submitted, Judy Restaino ■

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

RESERVE STUDY- Peters Consultants will be assisting us with the Reserve Study.

October 2, 2022 ~ the Main Lodge 2 Performances ~ 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. $30 per person Serving an Appetizer Buffet with a Cash Bar Call for reservations: Doris (570) 630-6149 Laura (908) 415-2130HASG presents The Legends “Memories”NEWSHOW!! The Legends are celebrating songs from 2004-2017 To advertise in The Hideout please call Brandon Downs at: (570) 630-3716 or e-mail him at: bdowns@thehideout.us

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Motion to Adjourn: 11:00 am Motion by: Dan O’Neil Second by: Lisa McKenna Next meeting will be: September 14th, at 10:00am ■

• Some of Roamingwood’s Hemlock trees need to be removed.

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• Courts at North Rec and POA need

Call to Order: 10:00

• Bocce Ball Court needs gravel.

• Could the two bathrooms downstairs at the POA be painted and change lighting.

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 Ifbasis.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. ■

• Possibly add more parking to Deerfield

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Nature Works: On July 7th and July 18th all three lakes and the entrance pond received algae treatments. Copper sulfate and Cutrine Ultra were used for all applications.

Princeton Hydro: Princeton Hydro has been informed of issues with the Deerfield aeration compressor. Videos and recordings of faulty operation have been sent to Mike Hartshorne. One compressor has been turned off until the issue is settled. The quarterly Lake Water Quality surveys are scheduled to occur on Thursday, July 28th. Microbac Laboratories: E. coli testing has revealed low levels in all test sites since our previous failure. Test results have remained below 12 MPN/100mL on all testing sites for approximately one month. Since June 23rd when North Beach was closed, there have been normal levels of rain and low levels. On July 13th everything was below 1MPN.

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PADEP: A permit change application has been submitted for 2 no wake buoys to provide better coverage for Roamingwood Lake and on Holiday boat traffic. The plan for a buoy near the eagles’ nest was removed. This buoy might be used on holiday weekends, and one buoy was replaced in the southwest cove. The Facilities crew is awaiting our DEP permit to repair and reconstruct the Maplewood Stormwater Swale leading into Roamingwood Lake. This is considered a natural watercourse, and limited work is to be performed. Diving Services Incorporated: Repair work on the outlet structure has concluded following the installation of the new actuator. Proposals have been submitted by DSI for downstream repair work to be done on the outlet structure gate (will be replaced), as well as an actuator downstem to be installed which allows control of the gate. Tabled: P. Matarazzo is still awaiting FWI proposal from Nature Works. This will be put off till next year. Budget replacement has occurred for DSI outlet structure repairs. Fall walleye stocking in Roamingwood has been tabled, Discussion: The work to remove trees on Windemere dam should commence in late fall. P. Matarazzo is looking into testing the waters where creeks flow into Brooks and Deerfield. He will talk to Scott Swingle about putting charcoal filters at the edge of his property. It is in the budget for next Theyear.carp barrier will be inspected at the end of the season. We would like to determine if more sterile grass carp are J.needed.Silverman asked about tape grass in Roamingwood, and P. Mattarazzo answered that so far there is not much but will be treated if it develops into a problem.

- We had one bid and it was over budget

• Windows at Main Lodge need to be cleaned in and out.

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• OSC, lights are still out.

ROAMINGWOOD PARKING LOT- A lot of weeds but area is not supposed to be touched. Will look into getting it cleaned up

SKI HILL- We need to replace the transformer. That has been sent out to bid.

Public Works Committee Meeting MinutesAugust 10, 2022

MAIN POOL- We have requested money for 2023 for repairs for both Main and North Pool.

Construction on a new Post Aeration Blower building is currently being erected, to supply additional air for the biological treatment process. This project is expected to take two (2) years to complete. Keep looking to the Hideabout and your Quarterly Newsletters for project updates. Your patience and understanding are always appreciated as we all look forward to a much more pleasant coexistence in the near future.

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November Friday, November 25— Day After Thanksgiving

January2023 Monday, January 2— New Year’s Day (Observed)

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 2022 Proposed RS&W Board Meeting Schedule Dates subject to approval & changes. All meetings are held at the RS&W Office at 10am (unless otherwise indicated) Date 2022 Holiday Schedule

The Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association is issuing the results of monitoring conducted on your drinking water for the period from January 1 to December 31, 2021. 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 www.roamingwood.com/about/water-quality-reportat: Or Directly at: www.roamingwood.com/docs/pdf/CCR/Annual_Water_Report_2022.pdf These reports are furnishable upon request by mail. Please contact our main office during business hours at (570)698-6162 Option #2, to request a copy be mailed to you. Drinking water, know what’s in it for you!

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Roamingwood Sewer & Water Association is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, religious creed, disability, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation or any other protected factor. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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After months of searching , demonstrations and negotiations for the best fit. RS&W has teamed up with Munibilling to up our level of Customer Service to the Community. We have just kicked off the implementation process and hope to go live by 4th Qtr 2022 (January Billing Statement). This new system will upgrade your customer portal experience, payment options, and service request Inavailability.addition, it will increase the efficiency and productivity of our staff, with more streamlined customer data, billing and reporting options. Information regarding this new system will be provided as we progress toward our live roll out. We want our customers to know what they will be able to do right from the beginning, to capitalize on the benefits provided.

During this implementation time, if you have not already provided us with an email and cell phone numbers, we ask that you take the time to do this now, via our Website or Customer Service Representative. It will be very important, with our new system, for RS&W to have this information!

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Anyone who has been by our facility will have seen or heard that there is a lot going on here at the moment. (Our apologies for the noise, there was A LOT of concrete to remove) After almost two (2) years of delays in finalizing our funding, engineering and environmental requirement changes and finally being able to go to bid for contractors, we are officially underway with the WWTP Expansion Project. But despite the setbacks, since the greenlight was received the contractors have wasted no time in making progress, beginning with the tearing down three (3) of our structures, our Heavy Equipment Storage Garage to make way for the new Service Garage, the Solids Handling Building, to be rebuilt and the existing Chlorine Building to build a UV disinfection building. In renovating a working treatment plant, it will be necessary to create alternate treatment process routes while each building is either renovated or rebuilt. The contractors have redirected the process air to accommodate the building of the new Solids Handle Building. A new Chlorine Building is being erected to provide temporary and then state mandated secondary disinfection treatment, while the UV building is being completed.

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ROAMINGWOOD SEWER & WATER ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 6, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 (570) 698-6162 Check out our website https://www.roamingwood.comat: RS&W’s 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 to schedule an appointment during regular working hours.

Annual Water Quality Report 2022 Available

December Monday, December 26 — Christmas Day (Observed)

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Correspondence: 1) Lake Ariel Fire Company provided the Supervisors with its June Activity report. They had 24 incidents, held 3 trainings, 4 meetings and added 2 new members. They also held 1 Roadmaster’sfundraiser.Report: S. Swingle reported that during the month June lawn care at both Township properties. Working on ditches and getting roads ready for tar and chip road project.

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Sourcewell two Municipal Government contracts are available to purchase without bidding. The Quote received from Britespan dealer Snyder Equipment is for a 72’ x 48’building with Non-FR fabric cover. It has precast concrete walls. The site prep would be at the Township’s expense and in advance of the deliver. Price for this project was quoted at $231,080.61. Delivery may not be until next year to do material backorders. R. Batzel moved to go forward and order the building, carried 3-0.

Question and concern over speeding on Miller Road. 6 accidents this year. Township does not have a speed limit posted on this road. The Supervisors noted that a traffic study would need to be completed to reduce the speed limit. Public comments asked if they could post the road. The Supervisors agreed to look in to the process of posting the Miller Road, can’t just put-up signs. It was advised that even if they put signs up enforcement would be an issue.

Public Comment: None Subdivisions: 1) The Cann/ Parker sub-division. Mr. Parker surveyor wrote requesting additional time for extension.

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S. Swingle moved to pay the bills and approve the payroll and to adjourn the meeting carried 3-0. Wargo Secretary

Old Business: 1) Short Term Rental Ordinance open discussion. The Township received a draft copy and has sent to the Township Solicitor for additions and review.

Additional Public Comment: Question on who would be doing the Tar and Chip project. Advised Pocono Spray Patching doing this year’s project. Concerns noted due to the recent Penn-Dot tar and chip job people were concerned. It was advised that our project will include a fog seal that will top all stone and help to lock in stone and not cause as much dust. Other question on lining the road. Advised double yellow lines will be painted on all new tar and chip roads as well as a few additional high-volume roads.

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New Business: 1) Materials Storage building discussion. R. Batzel reviewed the need for a storage building for materials at the Township Property. Buildings were reviewed and CoStars and

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The regular monthly meeting of the Lake Township Board of Supervisors was held at the Lake Township municipal building on July 5th, 2022. The Meeting was called to order by the Chairman, Supervisors, Scottie Swingle, Robert Batzel and Timothy Jaggars were present.Thepledge of Allegiance was then recited.T.Jaggars moved to approve the minutes of the regular monthly meeting held on June 7th, 2022, carried 3-0. R. Batzel moved to approve the treasury report for June 2022, carried 3-0.

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