Ponderosa ANCHOR - Lake Ponderosa Association

Ponderosa ANCHOR
www.lakeponderosa.org
February 2014
This issue of the Anchor is dedicated to the memory of
David Hartke
David Alan Hartke
November 27, 1956 - December 14, 2013
PRESIDENTS CORNER
A WORD FROM THE PRESIDENT
I assume you have all heard about the recent, unfortunate, accident on the lake. Our prayers go out to David’s family
in their time of grieving. I truly hope this incident reminds all of us to be very careful and use extreme caution while
enjoying on-the-ice activities.
Be sure to check the thickness of the ice before any and all things planned on the ice. Each year there are reports of
ice fishing accidents, let’s strive not to ever be on that list again. Although this did not involve areas of aerators let’s
keep in mind that if not correctly used aerated areas can be dangerous. Please use your aerators in a fashion that
protects only your dock area and does not encroach on the shared lake area. I would also encourage those using
aerators to put flags or markings on your docks to let everyone know of open water and possible thin ice. We have
a lot of winter left, the meteorologists say (but what do they really know?), so be careful and have fun.
A reminder, keep a close watch on your homes. This winter has been extremely cold and windy. Those single digit
temperatures are bad enough but the strong winds make it even more possible to end up with frozen pipes. Let that
water drip a little if you can. Weekenders check on your homes often. Remember it isn’t the frozen pipes that do
damage it’s the thawing out and broken pipes that do the damage.
I don’t know about you but I’m ready for spring. As my wife said to me, “I don’t want to hear any complaints this
July/August about the heat!”
God Bless You All
Ed
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LPA BOARD AND COMMITTEES
Tornado Siren:
Carter Thomsen
641-623-5846
Boat Ramp:
Dave Vajgrt
641-751-4275
Bouy:
Bob Helmick
Dave Arendt
641-623-5288
641-623-2555
Supplies:
Laura Allen
641-990-5991
Building:
Dave Vajgrt
Ed Leedom
641-751-4275
515-255-7230
Event Signage:
Dave Arendt
Bob Helmick
641-623-2555
641-623-5288
Pop Can Cages (SuperValue):
Bryce Van Der Kamp 641-623-2980
Morris May
Jim Cocking
515-770-8590
Pop Can Cages (Marina):
DeeDee Strub
Deb Wolfe
Julie Moss
Septic/Water Testing:
Carter Thomsen
641-623-5846
Roger Holck
641-623-0124
Roads/Access with Barbie:
Stan Gerdes
319-415-7762
Roger Holck
641-623-0124
LPA CALENDAR OF EVENTS
1st Monday of every month
Noon 2nd Thursday of every month
7:00 PM Fishing Derby
Fireworks
10:00 PM
LPA Potluck Dinner at Association Building
Monthly LPA Board Meeting
Saturday, June 14
Saturday, July 5
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LAKE PONDEROSA ASSOCIATION MINUTES
NOVEMBER 2013
Due to space constraints, only the most recent Board Meeting Minutes are included in this Anchor. Copies of all approved
meeting minutes are available on the Lake Ponderosa website (www.lakeponderosa.org); if you would like a printed copy of
any of the minutes, please contact Laura Allen.
OPEN FORUM FOR NON-BOARD MEMBERS: None
MINUTES: Bob motioned that October minutes be approved. Dave V. seconded the motion and all members
were in favor.
FINANCIAL REPORT: Bob motioned that October financials be approved. Dave V. seconded the motion and
all were in favor.
FUNDRAISING BALANCES:
Fireworks
Fish Stocking
Fishing Derby
Building Restroom
Contingency Fund
Brought forward from fiscal year ending May 31, 2011 and raised to date are:
$6,067.29
$5,659.50
$367.17
$2,265.00
$5,502.00
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Ed asked the board for approval of $100.00 to go to the Fire Department Annual Fund Raiser. Bob motioned we
give the same amount of $100.00 this year and Jim seconded the motion. All were in favor.
There are 408 members and 45 advertisers to date.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Building: The bathroom floor is done and plumbing fixed. Total cost was $650.00.
Pop Can Cage: Dave V. thought a concrete slab under the cages would look nice and be easier to maintain.
Dave A. motioned we do this when convenient pending the approval of the Ahrens family and Bob seconded the
motion. All were in favor.
Boat Ramp: We should probably open the gates this year for the winter after the lake freezes over. It would
probably be a good idea to “blow it out” and oil the chains yet this fall and then maybe again next spring.
Septic/Water Testing: The County Sanitarian left off the list of lot owners in the county that have contract
agreements to have their systems checked and with whom at Peoples Bank for Dave A. Dave was unavailable
at that time so was unable to speak with him. It does appear that he has been doing his job.
Roads: Barbie stated that they have been busy doing some access work and have done a lot of work on the
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roads. They have gotten rid of most of the old soy oil that was put down. A couple of people have called on
Hillcrest and they have been called back. Barbie wanted to remind everyone that gravel roads require constant
maintenance.
Web-Site: Ed stated that it was up to date.
Meeting with John: Stan and Ed could not find a time that they could meet with John Ahrens. Stan has now left
town so Ed will meet with John himself tomorrow. There was a letter copied to the Association that was sent to
the Ahrens family regarding dredging in front of their home which will be addressed as well. Dave A. has found
a place to haul dirt close by if we want to visit that avenue for dredging.
NEW BUSINESS:
Fish Structures: Doug Klemme came to Harry Meek regarding a bowling ball structure that is cut in half and
has (12) five foot pvc pipes glued into the holes. These could be placed strategically in groups which would
produce a long term fish structure for the lake vs. trees that can move. There are several things to consider in
the placement of these structures so that the lake will remain safe for tubers and skiers. The project has already
been approved by the Ahrens family. Dave A. motioned that we support this project with a check of $600.00
from our fish management fund and Jim seconded the motion. All were in favor. This project will take place in
the spring.
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Otters on the lake: Dave Allen and his sons have seen otters and are concerned about the fish population.
Harry commented that there are so many fish that it should not be a problem. Board members will check around
with some of the other fisherman that are out every day to see if they have seen any.
Electrical outages: A lot owner called Ed regarding the fact that he has had a lot of power outages and
wondered if anyone else was having trouble. He had sixteen in one day. No board member has heard of any
problems of such. He also commented on the dredging team being very unfriendly. They also tore up his yard
and fire pit.
LET’S GO FISHING
Unless you like to ice fish, it’s been a long winter for wetting a line. So for those of us who prefer open water
fishing there are things to do right now until the water opens. Now is the time to get out your rods, reels and
tackle boxes and get busy. Take everything out of those tackle boxes and do an inventory. Do you have enough
terminal tackle as in hooks, weights, swivels, bobbers, jig heads, twister tails, etc? Inspect your favorite crank
baits, jerk baits, spinner baits, and buzz baits. Check bills, hooks, skirts and blades.
Take the reels off your rods and replace all your fishing line. Oil and grease the reels and clean the fish scum off
of them. Clean and inspect your rods especially the rod eyes for cuts and nicks. Use one of your wife’s nylon
stockings to run through guide eyes to check for nicks. After a good afternoon of work you will have a list of
things you NEED.
Good news! There are sport and fishing shows from now through March. The Fishing Swap Meet at the State
Fair grounds is my favorite the last week end in February. When in doubt, buy 2 of whatever you need.
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Deck & Dock Building
Interior/ Exterior Remodeling, Firepits
Skidloader Work, Snow Removal
Blair Wolfe
641-990-9091
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As soon as it warms up, I’ll be heading out to cut down some cedar trees. Like the 5-6 footers for brush piles. I
would like to put out at least 3 good brush piles with 5 to 6 trees per pile. May need a few more concrete blocks.
Would like to get the brush piles set mid to late February. All with the approval of the Ahrens family
Two other reminders you may need to know:
Kids Fishing Derby will be Saturday June 14th. We need your support both financially and as volunteers. This is
the event of the year sponsored by the Lake Association and survives solely by your donations and help. If you
have never been to it, you and your kids deserve to join in the fun.
This May we will be conducting another Fish survey with Aaron Klusmier from Farmers National. We will also
need a few volunteer’s to help in the boat.
Looking forward to another great fishing season. We are truly blessed to live on Lake Ponderosa with the great
neighbors and awesome fishing,
Good fishing, Harry
WINTER ICE SAFETY TIPS
• There is no such thing as 100 percent safe ice
• Ice thickness is not uniform on any body of water. Things like current and springs slow ice growth.
Rocks, trees or docks that poke through ice will conduct heat and make the ice around it less stable.
• The insulating effect of snow slows down the freezing process
• New ice is usually safer than old ice and ice seldom freezes or thaws at a uniform rate. It can be one
foot thick in one spot and be only a few inches thick 10 feet away.
• Clear ice is usually safer than off-colored ice and slush is a danger sign
• Do not park ATVs next to one another. Keep them spread apart.
• Stay well clear of open areas caused by aerators or geese. The ice nearby may be thinner than
elsewhere.
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Jon & Cathy Ackelson
Bill & Jane Ahrens
Ronald & Janice Albrecht
F. L & Catherine Alexander
Bill & Jane Alexander
David & Brenda Allan
Nate & Suzie Allen
Larry & Vicki Allen
Michael & Laura Allen
Phyllis Anderson
Brent & Clarice Anderson
David Arendt
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Dorothy Blanchard
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Randall Boulton
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Timothy & Dana Coleman
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Harry & Karen Meek
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Mary Thomas
Are the spiders taking over your deck?
Call 641-623-PEST (7378)
830 S. Front St., PO Box 610
Montezuma, Iowa 50171
FREE ESTIMATES
NO CONTRACTS
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED
Harry Meek, Owner
Weekly trash pickup on Mondays.
1 1/2 to 30 yard containers available
641-623-5691
Carter & Karen Thomson
Frank Tichy
Bret & Karen Tinkey
Earl Tish
Regina Todd
Roger & Debbie Tompkins
Lyle & E. Mary Tompkins
Dennis & Barbara Tool
Rick Trabert
Jolene Treinen
Madeline Triplett
David Vajgrt
Roger & Laura Vajgrt
Bryce & ShirleyVan Der Kamp
Robert & Wendy Van Gorp
Marvin & Nancy Van Wyk
Galen & Roxanne Van Zee
Howard Vanderhart
Continued on page 11
Montezuma, Iowa
www.cyclonepest.com
Serving Lake Ponderosa Since 1995
We know your bugs!
www.lakeponderosa.org
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100 Crabtree Rd. Montezuma, IA 50171
Broker/Owner: Karen McNaul 641-891-8902
Sales Associate: Carol Morrow 319-330-6459
We know the lake!
Your access to property information.
Give us a call or find us on the web.
Members of the Poweshiek County MLS and Lake Ponderosa Association.
Licensed in Iowa
Continued from page 10
Winter
Troy & Michelle VanderLeest
Vannoy Chevrolet
Gary & Chris Vansickel
Douglas & Deb Ver Meer
Kevin & Shelley Vier
Lee & Jane Viggers
Dave Vogeler
Robert & Debra Vonk
Bruce & Vicki Vopava
Terry & Sherry Voy
Robert & Debra Walker
Leah & Richard Wallfred
Ralph Wambsgans
Oran & Barbara Watson
Freddy & Mary Lu Watson
Mildred S. Weaver
Betty Webb
Paul & Jennifer Weldon
Chad & Danielle Wendel
T.L. & Helen Wheeldon
Glen & Jackie Wilkinson
John & Jennifer Williams
James & Dorothy Wilson
Blair & Deb Wolfe
Bradley & Judith Woody
Charles & Sharyn Workman
Roger & Norma Wrage
Monte & Lisa Wyatt
James & Marilyn Wykoff
Gary & Lori Yoder
Find and circle all of the Winter related words that are hidden in the grid.
The remaining letters spell a Japanese proverb.
McGriff’s
of New Sharon
1352 Hwy 63
New Sharon, IA 50207
(641) 637-4010
M-F 7:30-5
Sat 7:30-1
Sun Noon-5
Your complete farm and home supply store
BLACK ICE
BLIZZARD
BOOTS
CARNIVAL
CHRISTMAS
COLD
EGG NOG
FIREPLACE
FIREWOOD
FOG
FREEZE
FROST
GLOVES
HAIL
HEADBAND
HIBERNATION
HOCKEY
HOLIDAYS
ICE FISHING
ICICLES
KNIT CAP
LONG UNDERWEAR
MITTENS
OLYMPICS
PARKA
SCARF
SEASON
SKATES
SKI DOO
SKI PANTS
SKIING
SLED
SLEET
SLIPPERY
SNOW CASTLE
SNOW PLOW
SNOW SHOVEL
SNOW TIRES
SNOWBALL
SNOWBOARD
SNOWFLAKE
SNOWMAN
SNOWSHOES
SOLSTICE
SOUP
STEW
STORM
SWEATSHIRT
TOBOGGAN
VACATION
WIND CHILL
WOOL SOCKS
Thank You!
Septic Service & Excavating
Pumping • Repair • Install • Perk Testing • Grading • Certified Inspector • Master Plumber
Maintenance Agreement • Water & Sewer Line Install & Repair •Time of Transfer Inspections
Family Owned: Joe Meland
Office: 641-673-1422
P.O. Box 3
Fax: 641-673-2361
Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577
Cell: 641-660-3464
Lake Property Owner
The hidden sentence is: ONE KIND WORD CAN WARM THREE WINTER MONTHS
MELAND CO.
LARGE AD
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Arendt &
rendt A
&rendt Insurance Agency
Ponderosa Mini-Storage
Arendt Insurance Agency
√ Auto
√ Home
√ Boat
√ RV
√ Life
√ Health
√ Medicare Supplement
Located at Peoples Savings Bank
106 S. Second St., Montezuma
Located at Peoples Savings
Bank
623-5105
106 S. Second St., Montezuma
623-5105
Sue Morrison
Sue
Morrison
David
Arendt
David
Arendt
6 sizes available for all your
storage needs 10' x 10', 10' x 15'
or 10' x 20' for smaller items
10' x 25' for appliances, cars
or boats 10' x 30' & 10' x 40'
for larger boats or campers
Call 641-623-3399
Three fishermen are out fishing together and they each bring their own bucket.
The buckets are identical, the only difference is the label on the bucket. The buckets are labeled "Salmon", "Trout", and "Salmon and Trout" and correspond to the
fishing preference of each fisherman. Shortly after coming ashore, one of the
fishermen realizes that they each put their fish in the wrong bucket when they
were fishing meaning all three buckets were now labeled incorrectly! Naturally, the lids of the buckets are all
closed now.
How many bucket lids need to be opened and how many fish need to be taken out at random in order to properly
label the buckets?
HINT: Remember, ALL THREE labels are incorrect (eg: The bucket labeled "Trout" contains either "Salmon" or
"Salmon and Trout").
Scenario 2: If the fish he looks as it is a trout, it must be the "Trout" bucket. It cannot be the "Salmon and Trout" bucket since
we know the current labels are incorrect and it's not the "Salmon" bucket because the fish he looked at is a trout. Next, the
"Salmon" bucket cannot contain only salmon since we know the current labels are incorrect, so it must be the "Salmon and
Trout" bucket. The remaining bucket, labeled "Trout" must therefore be the "Salmon" bucket.
Scenario 1: If the fish he looks as it is a salmon, it
must be the "Salmon" bucket. It cannot be the "Salmon and Trout" bucket since we know the current labels
are incorrect and it's not the "Trout" bucket because
the fish he looked at is a salmon. Next, the "Trout"
bucket cannot contain only trout since we know the
current labels are incorrect, so it must be the "Salmon and Trout" bucket. The remaining bucket, labeled "Salmon", must
therefore be the "Trout" bucket.
Call
to make an appointment!
301 South 4th St.
Montezuma
diamondtraildental.com
ANSWER: Just one.
Eric DeBoef, D.D.S.
Patrick Jones, D.D.S.
Kara Weishaar, D.D.S.
EXPLANATION: A fisherman need only
look at one fish from the bucket labeled
"Salmon and Trout". This will lead to one
of two scenarios.
641-623-5100
COLEMAN ELECTRIC
Residential wiring
Locating underground wires
Installation of TV, computer
and phone cables
Over 22 years of electrical experience
Lake resident for over 35 years
Tim Coleman
Phone (641) 623-2151
Cell (641) 990-2922
Power Washing
515.451.9311
✔ Clean & Seal the deck & dock
✔ Wash the mildew off the siding
✔ Get those mildew stains off the roof
✔ Clean out the gutters
✔ Clean window exteriors
✔ Power Wash the drive
Relax and let us do the dirty work! Free Quotes
desmoines.pressurewashing.net
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2014 LAKE PONDEROSA MEMBERSHIP
NAME:
MAILING ADDRESS
LAKE ADDRESS
UNIT
LOT
HOME PHONE #
LAKE PHONE #
Email Address (optional)
Check here if you would like to receive the Anchor via e-mail vs. a hard copy
ANNUAL LPA MEMBERSHIP
$35.00
DONATIONS:
FIREWORKS DONATION
FISH MANAGEMENT & STOCKING
KIDS FISHING DERBY
CONTINGENCY RESERVE FUND
UNRESTRICTED DONATION
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED
Please send your check and this completed form to:
Lake Ponderosa Association
P.O. Box 751
Montezuma. IA 50171
COMMENTS
For Boat Cards Contact:
Laura Allen, 290 Center Point Drive, (641-990-5991)
$10.00 extra for dues paying members, $25.00 for non paying members,
replacement cards are $15.00.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT OF LAKE PONDEROSA
www.lakeponderosa.org
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Country Carpet Cleaners
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Call and Check our Prices
on Carpet, Upholstery, Airducts
WE OFFER
Superior Quality
Professional Service
The Best Truck-Mounted
Equipment
Satisfaction Guaranteed.
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IOWA FIELD
STONE
Decorative fieldstone available
COLEMAN AGENCY, INC.
Full Service Insurance Agency
Home • Auto • Life • SR22 • Group & Individual Health
Boat • Motorcycle • Jet Ski • Business Insurance
for shoreline or landscaping.
Large boulders available.
Will deliver and/or place to
landowners specifications.
Dana Coleman
Reputable Honest Reliable
Call 515-275-2303 or
641-236-4131 for estimates
641 - 623 - 4580
405 E. Main Street • P.O. Box 849 • Montezuma
ELLIS HOME INTERIORS
301 E. Main St., Montezuma
641-623-5223
• Laminate
• Hardwood
• Ceramic
• Carpet
• Vinyl
Ron Ellis, Owner
• Window Treatments
• Wall Coverings
• Precious Moments
Dan’s Septic Services
Yamaha Golf Cars
(We’ve Expanded)
New Installation • Advantex • Multi-Flo • Enviroguard & Conventional
Systems • Service Contracts, Troubleshooting & Pumping of all Systems
DNR Licensed, Certified Water Tester & Nationally Certified Installer
Todd Nelson
Lake Property Owner For 41 Years
Call 641-623-3455 223 Cottage Lane
•New and Used
•Rentals • Parts
•We service all Makes
•Arrange for FREE pickup and delivery!
319-361-0413 or 1-866-360-3577
Our Prices Are Low!!
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Meet the County Bank Team
Serving Montezuma & Lake Ponderosa
www.yourcountybank.com
877-611-2525
Member
FDIC
Amy Halleran
NMLS # 699814
[email protected]
Direct: 641-224-3251
Office: 641-622-2525
Shawn Echelberry
NMLS # 47612
[email protected]
Mobile: 641-954-1202
Office: 641-622-2525
Specialists in
real estate &
home improvement
lending
Michael Geiger
[email protected]
Mobile: 319-350-4437
Office: 641-595-2133
Tom Bates
[email protected]
Mobile: 319-330-0635
Office: 641-622-2525
Specialists in
commercial &
agricultural
lending
Dave Wood
[email protected]
Mobile: 641-295-6426
Office: 641-634-2460
Robert Van Zee
NMLS # 699818
[email protected]
Mobile: 319-350-1967
Office: 641-595-2133
PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
Ponderosa ANCHOR
GRINNELL, IOWA 50112
P.O. Box 751
Montezuma, Iowa 50171
PERMIT NO. 276
Serving the Area for over 50 Years
We Service All Makes & Models
• Tires
• Alignments
• Oil Changes
Sales Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
After Hours by Appointment
641-623-2177
We Always have an
EXCELLENT Selection of
NEW/PREOWNED Vehicles
Parts & Service Hours:
7 AM-4 PM Monday-Friday
Open 24/7 at www.vannoychevrolet.com
800-247-0092