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Published by the Choctaw Lake Property Owners Association2875 Oneida Drive, London, OH 43140 | www.choctawlake.com

SEPTEMBER 2017

Community Days “Labor Day Weekend” see inside back cover for more info!

ChoCtaw Lake offiCe2875 oneida Dr. | London, ohio 43140

740-852-2593* faX 740-852-2444email: [email protected]

website: www.choctawlake.comMike Casimer – Property Manager

Carla Dye – Office ManagerJoseph Bell – Patrol Chief

Office HoursMonday 10:00 aM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday Friday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWestside Guard House

740-852-2976(Call for information only)

Emergencies: Call Sheriff at 740-852-1212

ChoCtaw Lake BoaRD of tRUSteeS 2017-2018

Barb Niemeyer (Pres) (2018) (740) 852-9304Brian welch (VP) (2019) (740) 206-2468Suprena Lohrer (Treas) (2019) (937) 206-0881Vincent Cyran (Sec’y) (2018) (740) 490-7473Sener Calis (2018) (740) 579-6702Dave wheatley (2018) (740) 506-2237D. Lynn forster (2019) (614) 257-8161Scott Kutzley (2020) (614) 439-8327ken Petry (2020) (614) 440-7791

ChoCtaw UtiLitieS (wateR) BoaRD

David Lohrer (Pres) (2019) (614) 886-5625Doug Orange (Sec’y/Treas) (2019) (937) 475-6123andrew Beckman (2018) (763) 228-8869Bob o’Connor (2018) (937) 430-3583Gregory o’Brien (2019) (740) 845-9971kent feliks (2020) (614) 827-5449Scott Kutzley (2020) (614) 439-8327

website: www.choctawwater.come-mail: [email protected] Phone: 740-490-7184

In case of a water emergency, call the office at 740-490-7184(during office hours) or call the Jim Moran (Utility Manag-er) at 740-837-0319.

M.e.C.a. NatURaL GaS BoaRD Jeff Niemeyer (2017) (740) 852-9304John Cimino (2018) (740) 852-5122Dave wheatley 2019 (740) 506-2237Rick Ballard (2020) (740) 852-4631Stan kavy (2021) (740) 852-0333

MaDiSoN CoUNty SeweRDiStRiCt #2 BoaRD

John Mitchell (Chairman) (614) 296-9911Bob Dana (Vice Chairman) (614) 519-5668Jim Moran (740) 852-2085Brian welch (740) 206-2468Dick hanna (419) 630-3051

In case of a sewer grinder pump emergency, call the Sewer Plant operator at 740-845-1284. if no one answers, the call will be transferred to the next person on call. if no one answers again, the call will be transferred back to the Sewer Plant Operator so you can leave a message.

SoMeRfoRD towNShiPBill Laney (Chairman) (740) 852-2550ernie Sparks (Vice Chairman) (740) 852-1949Jim Moran (740) 852-2085al hedrick Zoning inspector (740) 206-2046

otheR NUMBeRSMadison healthState Highway Patrol W Jeff postPoison Control CenterCall before you dig

MaDiSoN CoUNtyMadison County SheriffMadison County CommissionersMadison County AuditorMadison County RecorderMadison County Treasurer

PUBLiC UtiLitieSohio edison CompanyPower Outage ReportingNatural Gas MECASpectrumMadison County Sewer PlantRumpke Trash

CoMMitteeS of tRUSteeSCollections (614) 257-8161Constitiution, Rules & Regs (740) 206-2468Drainage, Roads and Dam (614) 440-7791investment (614) 257-8161Lake Water Quality (614) 257-8161Land/Facility & Long Range Planning (937) 206-0881Patrol/Security (614) 440-7791Personnel (740) 852-9304

otheR CoMMitteeSBeautification (740) 579-6702Fund Raising & Volunteer (773) 682-0756Public Relations & Publications (740) 206-2468Recreation (614) 440-7791

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CLPOA BOARD OFTRUSTEESMEETINGTuesday, July 11th, 2017Choctaw Lake Conference Room

Substantive Motions in this Meeting:

Motion 17-058: Brian Welch moved to accept Ken Petry’s correction to the minutes “Provid-ed CU apnproves” in Old Business, end of 3rd paragraph and the grammatical corrections. Scott Kutzley seconded. Motion passed 8-0.Motion 17-059: Brian Welch moved that no above-ground electrified fence of any size is permitted at Choctaw Lake, and no above-ground electrified fence shall be treated as permitted pursuant to the Building code Grandfather Clause. Ken Petry seconded. Motion passed 8-0.

Motion 17-060: Ken Petry moved to remove the wording from the Constitution -- as it

relates to payment of building permits and stop work orders -- and add it to the Rules & Regulations. Scott Kutzley seconded. Motion passed 8-0.

Motion 17-061: Lynn Forster moved to accept the recommendation of the Investment Committee as submitted. Sener Calis second. Motion passed 8-0.

Motion 17-062: Suprena Lohrer moved to sal-vage the Jeep Cherokee. Ken Petry seconded. Motion passed 8-0.

Motion 17-063: Suprena Lohrer moved to sell or salvage the Impala sedan. Ken Petry sec-onded. Motion passed 8-0.

Motion 17-064: Ken Petry moved that all food vendors who come to organized community activities, must be required to obtain a per-mit from the office for $25 and must provide proof of all required documents (Health Dept. & Liability Ins). Sener Calis seconded. Motion passed 8-0.

Motion 17-064A: Brian amended all food vendors who come to organized community activities, at the invitation of the Committee Chairperson, must be required to obtain a permit from the office for $25 and must pro-vide proof of all required documents (Health Dept. & Liability Ins). Barb Niemeyer second-

ed. Motion passed 8-0.

Rescind Motion 17-064R: Suprena Lohrer rescinds motion – all food vendors who come to organized community activities, at the invitation of the Committee Chairperson, must be required to obtain a permit from the office for $25 and must provide proof of all required documents (Health Dept. & Liabil-ity Ins). Scott Kutzley seconded. Motion to rescind passed, 5 voted for the motion and 3 against.

Call to Order: The Board of Trustees meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. in the CLPOA confer-ence room.

Roll Call: President Barb Niemeyer - present; Vice President Brian Welch - present; Treasur-er Suprena Lohrer – present; David Wheatley - present; Ken Petry – present; Sener Calis – present; Scott Kutzley – present; Vincent Cyran - present via Telecom.

Note: To conserve space in the Peace Pipe only the motions from the minutes have been posted here. The minutes in their entirety are available on our website at http://choctaw-lake.com/2016-2021-clpoa-board-mtg-min-utes/

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Club Name Day Time Location Contact Phone No.

Booster Club 1st Thursday 6:30 PM Lodge Conference Room Kim Yousey 740-852-5072

Dog Club 4th Thursday 6:30 PM Lodge Conference Room Pattie Mirolo 614-620-2976

Steve Gruzs 740-490-7000

Euchre Club 1st Monday 6:30 PM Arrow Head Ruth Sowers 614-905-7721

Fishing Club No Keith O'Connor 614-296-6618

Garden Club 3rd Wednesday 7:00 PM Lodge Conference Room Mary Brennan 740-490-7311

Mindful Mothers Club 2nd Thursday 7:00 PM Arrow Head Twila Boyd 740-845-0074

Musicians Club No Andy Mauck 614-452-0211

Dan Blazer 740-490-7008

Quilting Club 2nd Thursday 9:00 AM Arrow Head Brenda O'Connor 740-490-7192

Seniors Club 1st Wednesday 12:00 Noon Arrow Head Betty Jean Wright 740-852-1464

Choctaw Lake Garden Club

Mum Sale!

The Garden Club ordered 300 plants this year because we sold out so quickly last year! Watch Next Door and the lake website for more details! Sale will begin Friday afternoon, Sept 1, 2017, and run until we are sold out which happened in a matter of hours last year.

Wanted: Property Owners to Serve on the 2017 Nominating CommitteeThe CLPOA constitution requires the board to appoint 3-5 property owners to serve on the Nominating Committee

every fall. Please read the referenced section from the constitution below. If you are interested in serving, please email Mike Casimer at [email protected].

Section 3 - Standing CommitteesThe Board of Trustees shall annually appoint the following standing committees:

A. Nominating Committee:The Board of Trustees shall appoint annually prior to October 15, a Nominating Committee consisting of three (3) to (5) members of the Association in good standing, none of whom are serving on the Board at the time of appointment. Said com-mittee shall have the responsibility to conduct the annual election at the time and date set by the Board of Trustees. The duties and restrictions placed upon said committee are as follows:

(1) Nominations - Said committee shall solicit full voting members in good standing to be candidates for the office of Trustee. The committee will receive, check and certify all candidates seeking office by petition. (a) The committee will ensure there will be more than three candidates in total. The committee should try to limit candidates to a maximum of three (3) for each vacancy. (b) No nomination or petition of candidates will be made or accepted later than December 1st of each fiscal year in which an election is conducted.(2) Publicity - Said committee shall be responsible for securing resumes from all candidates prior to December 10th for publication in either a regular or special edition of a newsletter to all voting members prior to the election.

Choctaw Lake Garden ClubMum Sale!

September 1st at Noon

The Garden Club ordered 300 plants this year because we sold out so quickly last year.

Watch Next Door and the lake website for more details! Sale will begin Friday, September 1, at noon at Lakeside Market, and will run until we

are sold out. This happened in a matter of hours last year.

Choctaw Lake Junkyard Boat Derby Sunday, September 3, 2017 Check-in 3:00-4:00 PM

NAME OF BOAT: ___________________________________________

Category: 12 & under ___ 13–17 ___ Adult (18 up) ___ (age of oldest team member determines category)

Team Members (list every person aboard and Þll in ALL BLANKS)

Name ______________________ age ___ Address ___________________________

Phone #____________________ Email _____________________________________

Name ______________________ age ___ Address ___________________________

Phone #____________________ Email _____________________________________

Name ______________________ age ___ Address ___________________________

Phone #____________________ Email _____________________________________(Add additional names, ages, addresses, phone#’s, and e-mails on back of this form)

Description of boat, including materials used:

_______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________Parental Signature (required for each entrant under 18)

I hereby give my consent for my minor child to participate in the Choctaw Lake Junkyard Boat Derby to be held at the beach on Sunday, September 3rd, 2017. I agree to attend, or name another adult to be responsible for the below-named minor.

Signed ________________________ Minor’s Name __________________________initial any additional names on back of form

Name of Responsible Adult if parent is not present:

_______________________________ Minor’s Name __________________________

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15th BOOSTER CLUB JUNKYARD BOAT DERBY Sunday, September 3rd at the beach, race starts at 4:00 p.m.

Important Reminders: • If you’re under 18, your registration must be signed by a parent or guardian. If they can’t attend, they

need to designate a responsible adult who is attending.• Your boat must not have any surfaces that can shed debris or in any way pollute the lake water. • Your boat must be made entirely of trash, except for rope, screws, tape, glue etc., that hold it

together.• The name of your boat must be readable from shore by the spectators and judges. The name can be

painted on both sides or on a sign that can be moved to whichever side will be facing the beach (this can change, depending on the direction of the wind).

• No motors… only human and/or wind power are allowed.¥ See July Peace Pipe or ChoctawLake.com weekly newsletter for complete rules and

registration form.

Cash prizes donated by the Booster Club. More awards donated by local businesses.

Awards will be given to winners in the following categories: • 1st and 2nd place ($50.00 and $25.00) in each of three age categories (12 & under,

13-17, and adult), provided by the Booster Club• Anchor Dragger award for last place in the overall race• Best Team Spirit, Best-Looking Boat, Best Costume, Best Use of Materials, Most Creative, Wackiest

Boat, Most Ingenious Design, and Most Likely to Sink.

WILL YOU SINK, OR WILL YOU SKIM? WILL YOU ROW, OR WILL YOU SWIM?

You may seem somewhat brash Rooting through your neighbor’s trash,

But if you want to make a splashJoin in the junkyard dash.

Get your team together, and be at the beach by 3:00 p.m. Sunday to register and line up

Choctaw Lake Junkyard Boat Derby Sunday, September 3, 2017 Check-in 3:00-4:00 PM

NAME OF BOAT: ___________________________________________

Category: 12 & under ___ 13–17 ___ Adult (18 up) ___ (age of oldest team member determines category)

Team Members (list every person aboard and Þll in ALL BLANKS)

Name ______________________ age ___ Address ___________________________

Phone #____________________ Email _____________________________________

Name ______________________ age ___ Address ___________________________

Phone #____________________ Email _____________________________________

Name ______________________ age ___ Address ___________________________

Phone #____________________ Email _____________________________________(Add additional names, ages, addresses, phone#’s, and e-mails on back of this form)

Description of boat, including materials used:

_______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________Parental Signature (required for each entrant under 18)

I hereby give my consent for my minor child to participate in the Choctaw Lake Junkyard Boat Derby to be held at the beach on Sunday, September 3rd, 2017. I agree to attend, or name another adult to be responsible for the below-named minor.

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MANAGER’S CORNER

Hello Choctaw Residents,

The Big Dredge is well under way. The dredging operation will remove an estimated 40,000 cubic yards of sediment from the Lake floor. The average depth of sediment removed will be 2.5 feet. The first two weeks of August consisted of prep work for the actual dredging operation. Setup included excavation of the sediment holding area, craning in equipment into the lake, and set up of cables and safety structures.

Actual dredging began on August 15th at the Southwest end of the Lake. Crews are estimated to complete the project in 45 working days. I have been very impressed with the professionalism and confidence the dredging team has. The sludge on the bottom of our Lake is no match to the dredging cutting unit and piping system. The picture illustrates material that is being removed from the Lake during this process.

Dredging Safety Notice:

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOW STATEMENTS. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU SHARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND GUESTS THAT MAY BE BOATING.

Like all operations, safety is the highest priority. Heartland will be taking several measures to protect their work zone. Their work zone will be bordered by safety buoys positioned 75 feet apart. The buoys will be red circular objects and will have DANGER NO BOATING on them. The buoys will be connected by a cable. They will also be putting beacons on these buoys so that the border is visible during the dark. PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH ALL BOATING FAMILY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS. PLEASE STAY 75 FEET AWAY FROM THE WORK ZONE. The cables used will cause damage to your boat/jet ski. Most importantly, we need to avoid injury to ALL family members, guest, and Heartland employees.

For weekly dredging updates, please be sure to sign up for the Choctaw Lake Weekly News on the community website. www.choctawlake.com. Updates include notes, operation maps, and videos. Other great community updates are included in the Weekly News and blog postings. Stay informed by signing up!

Thank you,

Mike Casimir Property Manager

Manager’s Corner

Madison Cty Sewer Board District #2Substantive Motions Approved in this Meeting –

Bob Dana made a motion to create an article outlining the responsibili-ties of homeowners to maintain their utility access and send specific letters to properties that are known to have these issues. Brian Welch seconded the motion. Motion passed unani-mously.

Madison County Sewer District #2 held their regular quarterly meeting on Tuesday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Choctaw Lodge.

Members present: John Mitchell, Brian Welch, Dick Hanna, Bob Dana and Jim Moran.

Excused: none

Others present: Tom Taylor, Rob Slane & Nathan Peters from the Sanitary Sewer District, Brian Welch, Barb Niemeyer, Joan Greico, Dave Lohrer, Brian Stewart, Bob O’Conner, Scott and Jane Kutzley, Randy Stoll from IBI Group and Craig Smith recording secretary.

John Mitchell called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Madison County Administrator Rob Slane reported that the County has an area at 70 & 42 where they have drilled three water wells. They also have land for a water treatment plant and a water tower. IBI is their engineering firm for the water plant design. The Ohio department of corrections has contacted the County saying they want out of the water and sewer business for all of their prisons in Ohio. The plan for the service area is go up 56, down 40 to pick up La-

fayette and Summerford, then to 42 and up to 29. They are also looking at connecting to London as a contin-gency plan. They are also looking at a spur to Choctaw to provide water through a master meter. The reason for a master meter would be that Choctaw could maintain their billing and rates. The project will continue with or without collaboration from Choctaw. They are looking at a 15-year lease with the state and then have it conveyed to the County.

Barb Niemeyer asked about how the lawsuit regarding the sale of the prison farm will affect the project. Rob responded that they have not indicated to us that it will affect it in the least bit. He said the County is seeking an “iron-clad” agreement for ownership of the property following the lease.

Scott Kutzley asked about the time-frame for providing water. Rob said they are looking at mid-2018 for 70 and 42. If all goes well with the

prison, the project deadline will be moved ahead. Randy stated that the capacity is rated at 1.5 million gallons per day.

Vince Cyran asked about the status of the current plant at the prison. Randy Stoll stated that the plant was built in 1977. His firm has reviewed reports from other engineering firms and the EPA. It does need some work and the state has some projects in the works to update the filters and clarifiers.

Scott asked about how a master meter would work in terms of a long-term contract with a fixed rate. Rob responded that it would be similar to how Columbus charges Dublin, Gahanna and other areas.

Doug Orange asked whether the current plant would be “moth-balled” and the distribution system would be the responsibility of Choctaw. Rob responded yes, but it would be open to negotiations.

Dave Lohrer asked about the size of plant being built at 70 and 42 (with-out supplying the prison). Randy said that the initial flowrate would be 200k gallons per day.

Doug asked what the cost or benefit would be to Choctaw. Randy esti-mates up to 1M to run a supply line to Choctaw. One of the large costs would be the bore under I-70 and the specification requirements.

Rob is looking to gauge Choctaw’s interest in this project and whether he should proceed with having the engineering firm generate cost esti-mates. Rob proposed having some firm numbers in the next few weeks.

Dave expressed concern about the Choctaw distribution system, which is 50 years old. Randy stated there would still be some operation main-tenance costs with the distribution system.

Scott stated that Choctaw currently

has control over the water system and it would be a concern if we lost control to the County. Rob said that the master meter would be the best route because Choctaw would still have control past that point.

Rob stated that there will be a steady revenue stream from the prisons, BCI and residents.

Vince asked whether this is a “one-way street” or can in the future we get out. Rob responded that it would depend on the contract.

Dave asked about sewer service to Summerford. Randy responded that there are two options, one would be London and the other would be District #2. District #2 would involve going across I-70.

Tom Taylor expressed concern about a water softening backwashing stream to the sewer plant. An RO unit would create about a 20% higher waste stream.

Doug expressed concern about future rate increases that would be out of our control. Rob responded that it would depend on the long-term agreement.

Dave expressed concern about the state’s 40- year old plant, even with earmarked funds. Choctaw is look-ing at replacing the plant compared to depending on a plant that has issues. Rob responded that is why they have IBI looking at the plant and what needs to be fixed.

It was agreed that the County will present some information on the bulk rate and rate structure.

There was a discussion on water flow for fire hydrants and whether the County could provide a sufficient amount.

John Mitchell asked for any addi-tions or corrections to the February meeting minutes. Jim Moran made a motion to accept the minutes. Dick

Hanna seconded the motion. The minutes were approved.

The Board reviewed the financials and delinquent accounts.

Tom Taylor distributed photos of grinder pumps with no or limited access. He said plantings and fences are the worst problems. He has draft-ed a recommendation to address this issue. There was discussion on how these issues came about. Rob Slane stated that he will not send an employee into a situation where he could hurt his back and have a worker’s comp issue. Tom is rec-ommending that we be proactive in notifying owners with access issues so that steps can be taken prior to a pump failure. Rob is looking to the Board for direction on establishing a policy. There was discussion on having a licensed contractor install a new replacement pump (provided by the Sewer District) in cases where there is no access. Bob Dana made a motion to create an article outlining

the responsibilities of homeowners to maintain their utility access and send specific letters to properties that are known to have these issues. Brian Welch seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously.

Tom updated the Board on two of the capital projects. The road is ready to be paved. The plant filters have new media and electronic controls. We have purchased 120 new grinder pumps from Branes, 114 have been installed. There has been a 7% failure rate on the Barnes pumps due to a pressure switch, which are $525 each. These are covered under warranty. He is concerned about long-term problems. E-One has a new design pump and he will take a look at it. Tree roots getting into basins contin-ue to be an expensive problem.

The meeting adjourned at 9:13 pm. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at 7:00 pm.

Minutes recorded by Craig Smith

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Microchip Clinic ProtectsNeighborhood Pets

Twenty-seven dogs and cats around the lake are now better protected from getting lost or finding their way to the pound thanks to a microchip. On August 5, 2017, the Fundraising & Volunteers Committee, in conjunction with Dr. JJ Coate of Sunnyside Veterinary Clinic, hosted a microchip clinic at the lodge. Dr. Coate implanted the microchip – about the size of a piece of rice – into the back of each pet’s neck. The chip contains contact information for the pet’s owner, such as the owner’s name, address, and phone number. This information can be accessed using a universal microchip reader. The microchip reader is a handheld wand that is waved over the area where the microchip was implanted. The Choctaw Lake deputies, vet clinics, and most dog wardens have a microchip reader that they can use to reunite a lost pet with its owner.

The Fundraising & Volunteers Committee purchased the microchip reader for the Choctaw Lake deputies this summer after learning that many loose pets that are picked up around the lake are taken to the local animal shelter. This may un-necessarily cause pets and owners stress and anxiety, and the committee hopes that the deputies will be able to get loose pets home more easily now that they are armed with the microchip reader.

Pet owners whose pets are not microchipped should strongly consider visiting their local vet to get their pet chipped. The procedure is fast, inexpensive, and relatively painless. The peace of mind, however, is priceless.

Thank you, Dr. Coate for providing this service. Also, a special thank you to Beth Sells for lending her cat handling skills to the clinic. Approximately one dozen cats were microchipped, and no one got scratched!

Choctaw Lake Yards of the MonthThe Choctaw Lake Garden Club girls were out and about again and had no trouble finding two notable yards for the August recognitions, one on each side of the lake. On the east side of the lake, it is apparent that Greg and Vickie O’Brien take great pride in their home located at 2185 Sequoya. A white picket fence serves as a backdrop for colorful rows of Black-eyed Susans and Knock Out Roses. A gorgeous lavender Rose of Sharon tree stands in the yard several feet in front of the flowers, bringing additional color and interest to the area. The O’Briens keep the Rose of Sharon pruned and shaped which gives it a gorgeous tree like appearance. The bright red, yel-low and lavender colors blend beautifully. The yard is neatly mowed and the mulch beds are neat as can be. Several plant-ers of annuals are spread throughout the yard for added color. It is easy to tell the O’Briens spend a lot of time in the yard based on the children’s toys in the pool and the large grassy areas. They have planned for lots of room for grandkids, niec-

es and nephews and well planned flower beds.

The yard selected on the west side belongs to Butch and Cheryl Ellis and is located at 2286 Pawnee. Cheryl loves plants and has an impressive variety of them. The Ellis’s do all the planting and work themselves and make their yard look lovely. The front features a variety of plantings including box-wood, hostas, planters of coleus, planters of geraniums, and a hydrangea tree to name several. To add interest to the front, they have added a unique birdhouse and a planter wall hang-ing, as well as one or two other yard ornaments. The back yard is a delightful surprise filled with variety and color. Mrs. Ellis readily named each plant when asked and had information about their origins. We saw huge coleus in bright purples and greens, bold red hibiscus, a peachy- orange rose, bluish-pur-ple clematis, burgundy coreopsis, and much more. The back-yard is bordered by neat flower beds established with creativ-ity and a sense of style that makes one smile. Choctaw Lake has many homes where the owners choose to create beautiful yards that reflect their taste as well as pride in their homes. We happily accept suggestions from homeowners if they would like to refer someone for the Yard of the Month honor. We will be back next year to recognize more beautiful Choctaw Lake yards in June, July and August, 2018!

2185 Sequoya 2185 Sequoya

2286 Pawnee 2286 Pawnee

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ChOCTAW LAkE PATROL July, 2017 Monthly Report

Specific Activity: Citations:Calls for Service 78 State 2Alarm Drops 2 Lake 6House Checks 295 Documented Warnings 3Building Checks 1145 Total Citations 11Unsecured Doors / Windows 1

Boat Patrol:Squad Runs 11 Citations 9Fire Runs 0 Warnings 23911 Hang Ups 1 Boater Assists / Tows 6Backup Deputy 5Resident Assists 27 Arrests:

Felony 0Residential Burglaries 0 Misdemeanors 2Thefts from Residences 1 Juvenile Complaints Filed 1Criminal Damaging 0 Total Arrests 2Other Property Crimes 2

Other Activity:Domestic or Neighbor Disputes 13 Reports Written 13Juvenile Complaints 7 Subpoenas or Civil Papers Served 1Animal Complaints 5Vehicle Crashes 1Suspicious Persons 71 Total Mileage: 4,160Suspicious Vehicles 34

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The band plays the last Tuesday ofEvery month (except in December)from 7:40 to 9:30

There is no admission charge but thetip jar is always there for yourappreciated gratuities.

The Red Brick Tavern is famous for its outstanding menufeaturing a variety of dinner items and famous

sweet rolls. It also has a full bar menu

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Come and enjoy

Deb Goldach614.395.8029

[email protected]

By Tim Langer – Lake Sediment/Nutrient Control Subcommittee Chairman – Lake Roaming Rock

It is that time of year when we are all trying to get are boats cleaned and ready for winter. It seems like a rite of pas-sage for winter to arrive, but a time to get our boats ready for storage. Did you know, soaps and detergents might add nutrients that promote algae blooms? They also destroy the external mucus layers that protect the fish from bacteria

and parasites; plus, they can cause severe damage to the gills. So, before you grab your old standby cleaner please consider the following;

• Rinseyourboatfrequentlywithfreshwatertoreducetheneedforsoapsandcleansers,helpstopmarinegrowth, and extend the life of the protective coating. Spot clean if needed.• Useenvironmentallyfriendlycleaningproductssuchasbakingsoda,vinegar,lemonjuice,andboraxwhen necessary.Useallcleaningproductssparinglytominimizetheamountdischargedintothewater.• Usegoodold-fashionelbowgrease.• Usephosphate-free,biodegradablecleanerssuchas“SimpleGreen”.Ifyouusedetergents,usethemsparingly.• Avoidcleaningyourboatdocksideorinyourdrivewayifyouhaveagratedrainwhichgoestothelake.Wash your boat in an area that allows for infiltration of wash water, such as gravel or grass without a drain directly to the lake.• Lookforthewords“phosphate-freeand“biodegradable”onthecleaningproductsused.• Neverdisposeofcleaningproductsbydumpingnearthelake.

Witheachofustakingamomenttoconsiderourcleaningmethodsandproductsused,weeachcanBELAKERE-SPONSIBLE.

For more information or to print out a purchasing guide that contains what to look for on labels, toxic ingredients to avoid and how to clean with less please see the following link,http://www.dbw.ca.gov/Environmental/CleanGreen/LessToxic.aspx

Sunday, September 3rd, 2017

JUNKYARD BOAT DERBY3pm Registration • 4pm Race Begins

PIG ROAST - 6pm to 8pm$8 for Adults (2 sides) • $6 for Children 10 and under (1 side)

PULLED PORK AND PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES

Community Days

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ConcertAlexander Band

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