The Legend of Lorelei

Volume 42 Issue 3 May—June 2013

The Legend of Lorelei

LLPOA MESSAGE BOARD

VOTE FOR LAKE LORELEI TRUSTEES BEFORE May 13,2013

SUMMER KICK-OFF JUNE 7,8,9 ENTER YOUR BOAT IN THE CARDBOARD BOAT RACE!

Registration Deadline June 5

FIREWORKS SATURDAY, JULY 6 2013

Golf Outing Block Party Boat Parades

Garden Tours Sand Sculpturing Crappie Tournament

Fish Fry Patterson James Band

Sponsored by Activities Club, The Legend of Lorelei, The Fish Committee & New Life Community Church

May—June 2013

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TIME EVENT OTHER INFORMATION 9am LL Golf Outing

White Oak Golf Course White Oak Golf Course 9 Holes, Cart & Lunch

$25 Per Person Contact Dennis Pedicini

875-2206 6pm—9pm Lake Lorelei

Block Party Sponsored by

New Life Community Church

Cake Walk, Corn Hole, Games, Inflatables, Food, Families & Friends

Fun For All Pastor Dave

513-442-2594

8pm—9pm Boat Parade Decorate your Boat—Join the Fun

7am-5pm Crappie Tournament

Sponsored by Fish Committee

Catch’em so we can Eat’em All fish caught will be cleaned and cooked for a good Old fashioned

Lake Lorelei Fish Fry Contact Tom Iles

9am—11am Sand Sculptures on the

Main Beach

Bring your wheelbarrow, buckets shovels and imagination

Dianne Behm

9am-11am Raised Bed Garden Tour

Gary & Bert Hetzel invite you to tour their raised bed garden

602 Lorelei Dr 6pm-7pm Catch’em, Clean’em,

Cook’em Eat’em Fish Fry / Pot Luck Dinner

Pavilion

Bring your favorite dish to share with Lake Neighbors & Friends

8pm—11pm Patterson James Band Concert in Pavilion

Dance, Listen, Sing Enjoy the Music on the Lake

2pm—4pm Lake Lorelei

Cardboard Boat Race Sponsored by Activities Club

Build Your Boat and Gather Your Crew for the Big Race

Pam Haskell & Kristin Colby

May—June 2013


Return Registration Form (see back page of Legend) to Lake Office

Dead Line for Registration is June 5, 2013

1. Boat must be constructed of no less than 50% corrugated cardboard, 100% is encouraged.

2. Styrofoam, and Recycled plastic may be used. 3. No wood, metal or inflatable devices allowed. 4. No tar based roof coating permitted. 5. Joints and seams may be glued and/or taped. Duct tape,

contact cement, rubber cement or construction adhesive may be used.

6. Decorations maybe made from any water soluble material. 7. All persons on the boat must wear a PFD, provide your

own PFD and paddles. 8. All teams are responsible for cleaning up the pit area and

departure of the boat. (Bring clean up bags) 9. All boats will be grouped in classes and heats according to

type boats and ages of participants. 10.Be creative and have FUN!!! *** Note: Rules are subject to change.

2013 Boat Building Rules

Sunday, June 9, 2013 Registration: 2-2;30 PM

Races Begin at 2:30 PM Awards at 4:00 PM

May—June 2013


Preview Sale Friday, May 3, 5-8pm Lake Residents Only

Lake Lorelei Women’s Club

Time to De-clutter May 3 (5pm-7pm) & May 4 (9am-4pm)

Got “stuff” you’d like to get rid of but… Don’t want the trouble of doing your own yard sale?

Donate Small appliances (in working condition) Kitchen items

Household goods—Home décor - Furniture – Books Sporting goods - Toys—Tools - Garden tools - Clean clothing

Actives Committee will be accepting donations at the Pavilion

Friday (May 3) starting at 11am Saturday (May 4) before 9am

Sorry, but we cannot accept Computer Monitors – Televisions – Tires

Paints/solvents—Mattresses – Large Appliances - Upholstered Furniture

For Pick-up or Drop-Off Info or to Volunteer 2 hrs. Contact: Cindi—875-4874

This year’s De-Clutter Sale Is sponsored by Activities Club

May—June 2013


WALKER LANDSCAPE AND LAWN CARE Commercial and Residential

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Email: [email protected]

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Mowing and Trimming ~ Landscaping ~ Mulching and Pruning Planting ~ Fertilizing ~ Edging ~ Aeration

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While you play, let us provide the service to make your property look its best! Give us a call...you’ll be glad you did

NOW BOOKING OUTINGS AND EVENTS FOR 2013

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Butch Novak Head Golf Pro & GM [email protected]

Come Play Golf

Winter Rates Will Remain Until April 2013

May—June 2013


SIMPLY ***FIREWORKS*** 2013 Steve Ackman, General Manager, and George Mason, Trustee, request

the HELP of a Few Motivated Volunteers to get on board for This Year’s Display of Rozzi Fireworks. We understand, “It is a tough act to follow.”

Becky Reaves recalls getting involved in fireworks, beginning May of 2009. So you see, there is still time to help with the miscellaneous tasks, in order to make the show happen. Please HELP, HELP, HELP! …..YOU CAN DO IT!!! GIVE IT YOUR BEST and we will have a FAN-TASTIC 2013 FIREWORKS SHOW.

FIREWORKS 2013 will be a simplified version of former fireworks shows. There will be no fundraising, no tee shirt sales, no inflatable rides, no fire truck tours, no hot air balloon rides, no gate collections, and no music synchronized to the fireworks. "SIMPLY FIREWORKS 2013" may be our last fireworks show, if no volunteers offer their help this year or next year.

Please contact Steve Ackman, General Manager, at (513)875-3435 or George Mason, Trustee, at (513)515-3522 with any questions. The folks at Lake Lorelei THANK YOU for considering this opportunity.

May—June 2013


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Residential and open lot mowing Brush Removal • Weed trimming

Other lawn work requests

All services and fees are negotiable

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May—June 2013


By: Bill Herdman

“Spring has Sprung” and PRIDE has already busy with work at the Clubhouse. Updates to the Men’s Room have begun and we are repairing the east-facing window in the attic over the restaurant. In early June the outside maintenance begins with pressure washing, scraping, caulking, repair of the wood trim, and painting. We are looking for carpenters, painters, and gofers. Hope you can join us—call Mike Hopkins at 304-8633 and offer your services.

Start sending your photos to Dianne Behm ([email protected]) for the 2014 Lake Lorelei calendar. Send her the photo with your name and your lot number to be eligible to win the “Snapshot of the Season” contest. Remember, you don’t need to be a professional—you just have to have snapped that one moment in time that represents us at our best. Do you have a suggestion for a project? Let me know and let’s form a team to get it done!!

Have you seen PRIDE’s benches and mailboxes popping up around your neighborhood? We have installed over 30 benches and 10 mailboxes!! The cost of concrete and the high-end lumber we are using continues to escalate and we will soon need to raise our prices. Get your orders in by May 31, 2013, to lock in the current rate.

$175 for an installed BENCH $160 for an installed MAILBOX

May—June 2013


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Proven Winners Large assortment of Annuals & Perennials

Trees ~ Shrubs ~ Bedding Mulch (Bulk & Bagged) ~ Top Soil

Delivery Available

Spring is officially here!! Come see us for your planting needs

May—June 2013


Garden Tips & Idea’s 101

1. Plant a garlic clove 8 to 12 inches by tomatoes for improved taste and healthier plants.

2. Plant tomatoes deep for stronger plants, all other veggie cell packs at soil level

3. Don’t plant tomatoes too early or you will have plants just sitting in the ground;

tomatoes need soil temps 55 degrees or above, to grow.

4. Plant nasturtiums around squash and broccoli to deter pests.

5. Water from boiled eggs is great for houseplants. It is rich in calcium.

6. Till coarse sand (not play sand) in garden beds to improve clay soil.

7. To jolt late spring; roses, tomatoes, azaleas, rhododendrons and hydrangeas, add a

half cup of used coffee grounds to the soil.

8. Line the bottom of a hanging basket with a diaper, and water less.

9. For slug problems, take crumbled eggshells and place around affected plants; this cuts

the slug’s soft body.

10.When planting new roses, add a handful of bone meal and a cut up banana peel—do

not fertilize until you see a lot of leaf growth.

11.Ant problems; sprinkle cornmeal around entrance of the ant trail.

12.A combination of honey and vinegar painted on stone terra cotta or concrete speeds up

the process of moss--for the aged look.

13. Use Epson salts in late spring sprinkled around any flower, veggie or shrub—1or2

tablespoons is rich in potassium, magnesium and trace minerals, not to mention

inexpensive.

These organic tips keep synthetic fertilizers and pesticides on the store shelves and not in our gardens. Remember manure, composting and organic mulches like grass clippings or shredded leaves keep your veggie garden more organic.

We invite you to visit our garden again this year during SUMMER KICK-OFF—Saturday, June 8th between 9-11 AM.

We enjoy sharing ideas and talking garden!

Gary & Bert Hetzell 602 Lorelei Dr. 875-3664

May—June 2013


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Need your lawn groomed instead of just mowed?

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May—June 2013


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May—June 2013


Since being licensed as a Realtor in 1990, I have gained the knowledge and compassion to help buyers and sellers make the right homeownership and investment decisions. As an owner of waterfront property, I have a strong interest in the values and conditions or our community as well.

Direct: (513) 518-2353 Website: cincinnatihomes.com E-mail: [email protected]

Chris Behm Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)

Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR)

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513-875-2424

Site Prep: Foundations ~ Electric/Water Line Trenching

Septic/Sewer ~ Gravel Hauling ~ Rip Rap

May—June 2013


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May—June 2013


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May—June 2013


CARL MOSBAUGH I first came to Lake Lorelei with my parents in 1967 with my parents. I have been a full-time resident since 2009 at 1352 Lorelei Drive. I graduated from Western Hills High School in 1964, and went on to graduate from the University of Cincinnati in Industrial Engineering and Business Administration. I am currently retired from Packaging Corporation of America.

I have worked 46 years in the pulp paper and packaging industry. I worked in many different locations and positions in manufacturing including division manufacturing manager. I was in charge of all capital improvements, budgeting, variance analysis and compliance, in charge of ISO 9000, safety compliance environmental compliance and all production for over 200 team members, and negotiated 20 labor/management contracts.

My goal is to contribute to making Lake Lorelei a better and safer place to live through recognition that our residents and our employees are our most valuable resource. I will focus on Lake safety, vessel safety and enforce Lake rules and regulations. The board has asked me to run the Lake safety committee.

I am a member of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. I have worked on the annual Lake Lorelei Car Club contributing to the club’s organization in years 2009 and 2010.

Don’t Miss Your Chance! Your Ballot Is Due Monday, May 13

You have received a ballot to vote for 3 Lake Lorelei Trustees. These are the people who will be making the decisions for you regarding our community and how it is run. These decisions will have a direct impact on you whether you are a full time or part time owner. It is surprising how few residents take the time to vote and mail in the ballot. Last year only 237 out of 765 members returned their ballot. This means those in control of what happens in our community were elected by only 31% of the members, which is an extremely small amount. In a small community every vote really does count, so please take the time to find out the issues and vote.

Below are some “dos and don’ts” for making your decision on who to vote for: Do find out about a candidate and what they stand for before you vote

for them. Do consider whether the candidate has been on the board previously and if you like the

decisions that have been made. If possible do hear them speak or call them and ask questions. Don’t just choose names at random Don’t vote for someone just because you’ve heard the name if you don’t know anything about them. If you don’t vote don‘t complain about how things are run.

When the ballot comes a sheet with a brief background of each candidate will be included, be sure to read it. This may seem like a lot of work, but it really doesn’t take long.

Remember, these people will be the ones making decisions for you!

May—June 2013


DENIS BEHM I was elected to the board 3 years ago and was happy to serve. It was more challenging and time consuming than I ever thought possible but was definitely worth my time. I have met some great people here at the Lake and on the Board that I may not have met otherwise. I truly believe that our current Board is doing what they feel is best for all our lake members.

It has been a pleasure serving with this group as we all work well together and we have been able to make several improvements to our Lake as a result. We still have more to do and hope that those of you who voted for me the last time are satisfied with my performance. For those of you who didn’t vote for me last time, I hope I have proved myself to you.

I am proud to serve our Lake community and I would appreciate your vote.

GEORGE MASON Dr. George Mason I am currently a member of your Board of Trustees. I was appointed to serve the balance of the term vacated by a Board member’s resignation. I would like the opportunity to continue to serve our Lake community by serving an elected term of office on your Board. My one and only campaign promise is quite simple. Each and every action that I take as a Board member will be in the best interest of our overall community. Who am I ? My wife, of 45 years, and I retired to 13 Lorelei Drive in 2007. Demographically that would make us “off-Lake” full time residents with a long term commitment to the community. We also have a vested interest in the quality of our Lake. We rent a LLPOA dock and enjoy tubing, skiing and fishing with our children and grandchildren. What are my Qualifications? I hold advanced degrees in both Civil Engineering (OSU) and Construction Engineering and Management (Stanford). I spent my entire working career as a construction engineer and construction project manager. I believe that I can help the Board improve our deteriorating infrastructure. What have I done for our Community? I served on the Board’s Finance Committee in the unsuccessful effort to pass a Dues Increase and the successful effort to pass a Road Assessment. I served on the PRIDE committee that completed Phase I and II of the East Beach restoration and the renovation of the upper room of our Clubhouse. More recently, I served as an unpaid consultant to the Board on the Spillway Project, the Gates Project and the Entrance Culvert Project. Most recently, I currently serve on the Board’s “Code” committee charged with both merging and improving our Code of Regulations/By-Laws.

May—June 2013


KATHRYN GREENE

As a 30 year resident of this community I wish to serve it once again as I did some years ago. I believe my business education and experience pro-vide me with the necessary tools to help LLPOA a lot.

I wish to resurrect the mediation committee to aid the resolution of exter-nal differences. I co-founded the committee and believe it is an essential part of LLPOA business. I wish to also energize the code committee to full function for the betterment of governance of our community.

As an LLPOA trustee I will be committed to uphold the code in the best in-terest of the corporation and the property owners, after all, what is good for one is really good for the other.

As an LLPOA trustee I will never knowingly violate my fiduciary duty to the association or violate the liberties of any property owner. I will support only those board actions that are legal and proper.

My major concerns for LLPOA center around code compliance (trustees and property owners), appropriate venue streams, and safeguarding associa-tion assets.

As a Certified Public Accountant I bring a full range of business expertise to assist with the professional administration of LLPOA. I am anxious to help lead Lake Lorelei to a brighter future.

CHIP SUDBRACK

My name is Chip Sudbrack and I own and manage Sudbrack, Inc., a realtor and commercial real estate company that has been in business for over 88 years. We specialize in commercial property management and the buying and selling of property for clients. I have been a licensed agent and broker in Ohio and Kentucky for the past 29 years. I am the past president of Cincinnati Area Board of Realtors, past chairman and current member of the Cincinnati Real Estate Commercial Council, past chairman and current member of the Ohio Commercial Council and current member of the University of Cincinnati Real Estate Education Action Committee. I have owned and managed for clients hundreds of apartments and commercial properties.

I have owned my house at Lake Lorelei for approximately 11 years. My family and I love the lake and all the fun and friends that come with it.

Over the past 11 years I have seen Lake Lorelei go through several phases and great progress. We need to continue with this progress and I am offering my time, knowledge and experience as a Trustee to see that the progress continues in the future.

Several things I think need to be addressed or continued to be addressed are the financial physical stability of the lakes its assets and the lake community, boating safety, and a long range dredging plan. Lake Lorelei is a lake community and if we do not take care of our lakes we will not have a viable community. I hope you will consider voting for me. I believe in giving back. The lake has given me and my family great joy.

May—June 2013


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May—June 2013


CARLIER’S LAWNCARE

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• Lawn Mowing • Landscaping • Firewood • Leaf Removal •

[email protected]

The Sustainability of Lake Lorelei Open Discussions About Decisions That Influence Lake Lorelei

Dear Board of Trustees: I heard from a neighbor something about a “misallocation” of Road Fund monies. Can you help me understand what they are talking about? Board Response: The short answer is that no funds were misallocated. The long answer is that due to book keeping errors and personnel turnovers, there was a delay in the transfer of Road Assessment funds from the General Operating accounts to the Road Fund account. The typical LLPOA invoice bills for Membership Dues, Service Fees and Road Assessment. As a convenience to our members, LLPOA accepts one check or one credit card transaction covering all three items. Your payment goes into the General Operating accounts and then the Road Assessment must be manually transferred from the General Operating accounts to the Road Assessment account. Due to clerical errors: 1) in 2010 too much was transferred to the Road Assessment account and 2) in 2011 and 2012, too little was transferred. YEAR Received Transferred Difference

Thanks to The Roads Committee and LLPOA member Roger Lincer, this error was caught. The Board took prompt action to: 1) implement office procedures to avoid this problem in 2013 and 2) transfer $35,874.27 from the General Operating accounts to the Road Assessment account. Honest mistakes happened and were corrected.

2010 $ 172,468.32 $ 173,039.09 + $ 570.77

2011 $ 175,367.64 $ 160,283.33 <$ 15,084.31>

2012 $ 159,804.93 $ 138,444.20 <$ 21,360.73>

Total <$ 35,874.27>

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May—June 2013


Dear Board of Trustees:

On the December 31, 2012 Balance Sheet, LLPOA is carrying the Gate Project as a fixed asset valued at almost $90,000.00. Are the gates really saving us money?

Gate Economics:

Are the gates actually saving money when compared to 24/7 Security personnel? Let’s look at the fourth quarter of 2012 (October, November & December)

With 24/7 Security Personnel, the cost of security for 12 weeks would have been approximately:

Total: $ 18,781.36

The approximate cost of Security w/ the electronic security gates was: Security Labor: $7,490.28 Employer taxes and contributions: $ 773.25 Gate Loan : $7,349.64 Operation & Maintenance: $ 949.98 Total: $ 16,563.15

Approx. Fourth Quarter Savings: $ 2,218.21

The same numbers would yield a $9,567.85 quarterly savings after the loan is retired. The electronic Gate Security system was financed by a loan through National Bank and Trust (see article on Loans in last issue). Loan repayment is being funded from the General Fund which includes monies from dues, fees and from the sale of auto bar codes. The electronic Gate Security system is a money saving venture. Money much needed for the Sustainability of Lake Lorelei. Hint #1: For better security and better gate operation, report tailgaters. Should someone tailgate you through either gate, there is no need for a confrontation. Slow down, let them pass and record their license number, note the date and time. Report this information to the office. Hint #2: For better efficiency, call the Office or Security Shack and ask for your four digit Directory Number. Give this number to family or friends. Upon arriving at the Guests pedestal, your friends need not look you up on the pedestal but rather simply enter your four digit code. Your phone will ring, you answer and press “9”. Your friend or family member will be admitted to the Lake. Hint #3: Having a big party, call the Office and ask for a one time Gate Security Code. Publish the code on your invitations. Upon arriving at the Guests pedestal, on the correct date and times , your guests need only input the number and the gate will open.

Environmental Sustainability: The over population of Geese on our lake can be controlled. In an effort to limit the goose population on Lake Lorelei several LLPO have volunteered to legally shake eggs. This prevents the egg from hatching and discourages the female from laying additional eggs. The nests are flagged and the eggs are marked in order to track the efforts.

If you find a nesting goose on your property and would like someone to shake the eggs call Bill Young at 875-3604.

May—June 2013


The Lay of the Land By Julie Erikson

Perry Township, the home of Lake Lorelei, is the most northern region of Brown County which extends south to the Ohio River and is designated one of the Ohio Appalachian counties. Known as the “panhandle” the township is eight miles east to west and 17 miles north to south, a small portion of which provides the water that feeds Lake Lorelei.

From topographical maps in Georgetown the Glady Run Watershed stretches five miles north to near the Perry-Clinton County line at some 980 feet above sea level and falls to 925 feet at Lake Gruenwald east to west. It averages 1.5 miles wide, 7.5 square miles or 4800 acres squeezed between the East Fork and Grassy Fork systems. Several small unnamed streams documented on maps within the watershed are known by life-long rural residents as Glady Run. Not all flow into the lake.

Over time Glady Run and all of its tributaries have risen in water runoff volume, a result of increased tillage of the land. Although there are many runoff areas, mainly at the end of coves, there are three principal arteries that feed the lake. The primary one is Glady Run itself which flows under the Fayetteville-Blanchester Road and then under Glady Road before it enters the lake under Lorelei Drive at Brahms Cove CC. The second is a West Branch that also passes under Glady Road and enters Lake Fichtelberg near the water tower. The third, O’Reilly Road branch, flows under Lorelei Drive and enters the lake through Lake Gruenwald (Cove F).

One inch of runoff water could raise the water level in the main lake as much as 10-15 inches or more in a very short period of time, sometimes hours, under the right conditions—particularly when the ground is frozen, is already saturated or during very heavy sustained downpours dependent upon the lake’s pool level.

The Glady Run waterway continues its journey under S.R. 131, passes under U.S. 50 and joins the East Fork of the Little Miami, eventually entering the Ohio River east of Cincinnati. The Glady Run waterway continues its journey under S.R. 131, passes under U.S. 50 and joins the East Fork of the Little Miami near the Old Lorelei Waterworks above McCafferty Road entering the Ohio River east of Cincinnati.

Great emphasis has been placed on the need for careful water management for the health of the Lake Lorelei as well as the entire watershed that replenishes it.

(Data compiled from U.S, Soil and Water office, Georgetown, 1980 and 1876 atlas maps plus interviews with area residents providing information dating back decades before American Realty construction for the site. The Legend thanks them for their contributions.)

Environmental Sustainability

May—June 2013


By: Linda Brown I announced last month the formation of a new committee to work on the LLPOA Governing Documents. This 5-person committee (Linda Brown, Mary Dooloukas, George Mason, Ken Rowland, and Jane Wyman) is comprised of current and former trustees, 3 of whom have served as Board Presidents. Though I was somewhat skeptical to have a committee comprised completely of trustees, I was persuaded that those who have served are the ones most familiar with the documents and with the difficulties created by having multiple documents. With the progress we have made, I hope you will agree that it was a very good decision. Remember the explanation from my last article— The 2003 Amended By-Laws and the 1998 Code of Regulations are supposed to be used together but it can be a struggle to understand and interpret them. In a nutshell—2003 trumps 1998 but 1998 still applies where it does not conflict with 2003. Since I began paying attention to the administration of the Lake in 2004, there has always been a stated goal to establish a single, user-friendly document. There have been multiple attempts and multiple committees. As we established the newest committee, we did not want to fall prey to the same difficulties as those that came before us. We, therefore, established an aggressive plan with straight-forward and limited goals. Specifically, we want:

1. To merge the 2 existing documents without changing the principles 2. To create a document in plain English 3. To provide some enhanced processes for members while leaving existing

options in place

I am very pleased to report that we are ahead of schedule. Version 2 of our draft went to the full committee for their review at the beginning of April and was presented to our legal counsel in mid-April. Once the changes from counsel are incorporated, we will present the document to the Board—May of 2013 is the goal. After the document has been examined, probably updated, and then approved by the Board, it will be posted on the Lake Lorelei website (www.lakeloreleiohio.com) for membership review. There will also be a few hardcopies available at the office for those who do not have internet access. Several open meetings will be scheduled during the summer for members to comment and provide feedback on the proposed document. Please contact me with questions, comments, and advice about the project at 875-3396 or at [email protected]

May—June 2013


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May—June 2013


Steve Ackman, Judy Beck, Denis Behm, Linda Brown, Sherri Corn, Mary Dooloukas, Amanda Duncan, Julie Erikson, Sandy Farmer, Carol Green, Mike Hopkins, Bill Herdman, Gary Hetzell, Marilyn Huyck, Tom Iles, Bob Kneven, George Mason, Dennis & Judy Pedicini, Barbara Policastro, David Sherwood,

Josh & Jennifer Walker, Mike & Cindi Wetzel, Jane Wyman, Bill Young

We are always looking for ideas, writers, proof-readers, and HELP with the Legend, Call Cindi 875-4874 to volunteer!!!

On behalf of the LLPOA and BOT, I want to Thank Bob Knueven, Mike Hopkins, Alan Williams, Chuck Farmer, Ron Kramer, John Sharp, Dave Dyer and Dave the Plumber for the renovation of our clubhouse restaurant. In addition I want to Thank Sherri Corn and Friends for the long nights of cleaning and designing the new Lake Lorelei Tavern.

It looks great!!!

Jane Wyman, Lake Lorelei Board of Trustees President

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Lake Lorelei Board of Trustees Embracing the past ~ Managing the present ~ Focused on the future Term End Phone e-Mail President Jane Wyman 2014 284-8122 [email protected] Vice-President Jimmy Johnson 2014 875-3715 [email protected] Treasurer Bob Knueven 2015 875-2299 [email protected] Secretary Mike Hopkins 2015 304-8633 [email protected] Trustees: Denis Behm 2013 673-8422 [email protected] John Ipsaro 2015 698-5104 [email protected] John Leininger 2013 398-9778 [email protected] Dan Vandiver 2014 875-2949 [email protected] George Mason 2013 875-2180 [email protected]

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Advertising in The Legend is not an endorsement of products or services. The Legend staff reserves the right to reject the submissions for publication.

Mission Statement

The Booster Club was organized in 1968 to provide information on official and social activities of interest. The Legend is not an arm of the Board of Trustees but an independent publication approved by the Board of Trustees and is committed to serving the members of the Lake Lorelei Property Owners Association.

The Legend is a private newsletter funded for Lake Lorelei through commercial advertisers.

Lake Lorelei Office

Phone: 513-875-3435 Fax: 513-875-4244

General Manager: Steve Ackman [email protected]

Member Coordinator: Kevin Keister

[email protected] Administrative Hours:

Tuesday-Friday 9am-11:30 & 12:30pm-5pm

If assistance is needed outside these hours please call the office and we will make every

effort to accommodate our residents.

LLPOA

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The Legend of Lorelei PO Box 363 Fayetteville, OH 45118

Return to Lake Lorelei Office. Dead Line to Register: June 5, 2013

OFFICIAL BOAT REGISTRATION FORM

BOAT CATEGORIES “Need for Speed” Designed & built to paddle fast—minimal decorations!

[ ]Single CHILD Paddler (age 6-14) [ ]Single Adult Paddler (age 15 and over) [ ]50% Cardboard Construction or [ ]100% Cardboard Construction

“Show Boat” More elaborate decorations—award for creativity and presentation!

[ ]Children - everyone in the boat is age 6-14 [ ]Adults - anyone in boat is over age 14 [ ]50% Cardboard Construction or [ ]100% Cardboard Construction

“Small Boats” Designed with no person aboard and no battery power.

CONTACT PERSON_____________________________________PHONE_____________________ TEAM NAME___________________________________________________ All boats will race. Please see “Official Rules 2013” for construction guidelines: www.lakeloreleiohio.com Contact information: [email protected]