Mid-Season Golf Report

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Golf Tournament raises $12,236 gross; contributes $10,535 to Volunteer Avery
Winners of the golf tournament were: First Place Tie - Team 4: John and Betty Nord, Clay and Kay Brooks and
Team 14: Betty Olsen, Mike Bevona, Ruth Leal, Carl Lerche. Third Place - Team 1: Nick and Joan Stuart and
Melvin and Lessie Smith. Ellis Bennett and Irish Gerken thank all of you who contributed your gifts,
donations, and time to make the 7th annual Golf Tournament a huge success.
August
2007
Please e-mail all news items to [email protected]
Board of Directors candidates are:
Russell Anderson, Kenneth
Bolling, John Bradish, Rose
Cole (incumbent), Dick Crews,
Steve Padgett, John Wofford
Candidates will speak at August 11
Information Meeting
Please take time to read the profiles of the Board of
Directors candidates on pages 37 to 43. The questions
submitted to the candidates by the Editor can be found
on page 36.
Your vote for a member of the Board of Directors
is a very serious matter and should not be taken lightly.
These pages are presented to inform and assist you in
your decision.
You will be able to meet the candidates at the
August 11 Information meeting. Each candidate
will make a brief statement and answer your
questions.
You will receive your ballots in late August and
the deadline for ballot return is Tuesday, September 4.
Election day will be Wednesday, September 5 and the
newly elected Board members will take office after the
Annual Meeting on Saturday, September 8.
Pam Sabella
At the mid-point of the Land Harbor Golf Season
the financial picture reflects a turnaround for the Land
Harbor Golf Program. As of July 13, 2007, revenue
from Annual Memberships has increased by 11.7%
over the same period in 2006. This figure reflects the
additional amount raised from a fee increase and also
an increase in the number of annual members from 423
in 2006 to 431 in 2007. This is the first increase in
Annual Memberships in many years. Hopefully this is
a trend which will continue as our new owners retire or
spend more time in Land Harbor and join annual golf.
Please continue on page 46
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Starting AUGUST 1, the POA office will be
closed from 11:45 to 1:15 in order for
employees to have a lunch period and return
telephone calls.
POA offices and maintenance will be closed
Labor Day. Garbage collection will be one
day later that week.
Report on the Dam - pages 47, 48, 49
Minutes on pages 35 & 36
Board appoints Marketing Committee Page 33
Your cooperation is needed for articles
to be published in the
Harbor Lights and Weekly Briefs
Committee announcements, reports, club news and
news of general interest that you would like published
in the Harbor Lights and Weekly Briefs must be
e-mailed to [email protected]. Due to time restraints
and the increased volume of announcements we can
no longer accept hand written and typed articles. We
are running three times the number of pages we ran
just a few years ago plus the weekly publication. If
you do not have a computer, there is one available in
the library. You will also find that your friends with
computers will be eager to help you by e-mailing your
item.
Please - do not ask the POA staff to type your copy
or to email your item. They simply do not have the
time available.
And please....OBSERVE DEADLINES!
Deadline for the Harbor Lights is always on the first
of the month preceding publication. As an example:
the September issue’s deadline is August first. The
September issue is mailed the end of August. Weekly
Briefs deadline is always Friday through Tuesday for
the current week’s publication.
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August 2007
On Campus
by Rick Hammell
Keeping your tires properly
inflated can improve your gas mileage
nearly four percent. With the price of
gasoline that is the equivalent of saving
of at least 12 cents a gallon.
*****
Land Harbor has contracted with
a professional trapper, Stancy Calloway,
to trap the beavers in our lake. Presently
we have three dens. The beavers will be
released at another location.
*****
You may notice that sometimes
stories or comments put forth in the
Harbor Lights may sound familiar or
you may have read them before. That
does happen primarily because of the
Weekly Briefs. Often I will run a brief
item in the weekly and then elaborate on
that item in the regular Harbor Lights and vice versa. This is done so that our
entire membership can be informed. The
Weekly Briefs does not go to all property
owners - it is distributed only within
Land Harbor. The Harbor Lights, on the
other hand, is mailed to every property
owner.
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Land Harbor Charity
Golf Tournament contributed
$10,535 to Volunteer Avery.
Congratulations to Ellis Bennett
and Irish Gerken and to all who
contributed gifts, donations, and time
to make the 7th annual Charity Golf
Tournament a huge success.
August 2007
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“It has been said that politics is the
second oldest profession. I have learned
that it bears a striking resemblance to the
first.” - Ronald Reagan
*****
Tom Ott recently spotted a panther
on the sixth fairway. A rare sight and
equally rare treat.
*****
Just how good is that “found”
golf ball? We all have found balls at one
time or other and particularly in ponds
or course water. You ask yourself the
natural question - how long has it been
in the water or in the woods? Will I lose
distance or accuracy if I use the ball.
Will it fly straight? It appears impossible
for water to penetrate the cover of a golf
ball...or is it?
These questions and many more
have been on the minds of golfers for
years. How can we be sure? I don’t think
we really can be sure but sometime ago
a major golf publication decided to test
water balls.
Balls that had been in the water
from periods of eight days to six months
were tested on a robotic hitting machine.
A new ball averaged a distance of 241
yards, balls in the water eight days
averaged 239 yards, balls in the water
three months averaged 237 yards and
six month water balls averaged 236
yards, a loss of only five yards.
While golf balls do have a non-porous
cover, they are subject to chemicals
passing through them. Most major golf
ball manufacturers maintain very careful
production specifications so that balls
will be not affected by humidity, rain or
wet fairways. Some maintain constant
engineering and chemical studies on the
effects of environment and weather on
balls. One report says a two-piece ball
being in the water will become harder in
terms of compression and will lose its
ability to regain roundness after impact.
Three piece balls get softer. Another
report claims very little change. And a
third report says there is no change, the
ball will return to normal after being
out of the water for a few days. Another
manufacturer says water breaks down the
cover paint and may indeed allow some
absorption of moisture. But all agree a
ball would have to be in the water a long,
long time before a significant effect.
PLEASE SHARE GOLF
CART PATHS
with
4 WALKERS
4 JOGGERS
4 BICYCLES
How do you stack-up?
Being overweight is dangerous to your
health - you can use the following
formula to determine Body Mass Index
and your health weight: Divide your
weight in pounds by the square of your
height in inches. Multiply that number
by 703.
* Under 18.5 is considered underweight.
* 18.5 to 24.0 is normal.
* 25 to 29.9 is overweight
* 30 and above is obese.
*****
See each morning as if it were the very
first day; treasure each day as if it were
the evening of the very last .
IT IS A WONDERFUL WORLD!
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Property Owners Association
(POA) Board of Directors
Jeff Troy
Dennis Ellenwood
Chuck Abrams
Rose Cole
Jimmy Goodwin
Phin Horton
Warren Kempf
Charlie Sims
Jim Watson
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Board e-mail:
Jeff Troy: [email protected]
Jim Watson: [email protected]
Rose Cole: [email protected]
Charlie Sims: [email protected]
Dennis Ellenwood: [email protected]
Jimmy Goodwin: [email protected]
Phin Horton: [email protected]
POA Management Staff
Mike Simpson
Frances Banner
Pat Jackson
Michael Roark
Michael Hobbs
Gary Willis
Paul Waycaster
Don Natel
General Mgr.
Business Mgr.
Recreation
Infrastructure
Architectural
Police Chief
Golf Course
Golf Shop
POA Contacts
Administration Recreation 19th Hole
Work Requests & Maint.
Pool
Golf
733-8325,
Architectural Control Security
733-8300
733-8316
733-2525
733-8310
733-8315
733-8326
733-8311
733-8333
Harbor Lights
Editor & Publisher
Editorial Assistant
Advertising
Rick Hammell
Joan Hammell
Lynn Townsend
Labeling, Distribution - Scott
Carpenter, Pat Hutto, Billie Leeper
and Lorraine Church.
Harbor Lights is published by Land
Harbor Property Owners Association
(POA). Seven issues are published
annually: April, May/June, July, August,
September, October and a Fall/Winter
issue.
If you would like to submit an item for
publication, you must email the article to
[email protected]
The Publisher reserves the right to refuse any
news or advertisement deemed inappropriate
for this publication or in conflict with Land
Harbor rules and regulations. Linville Land
Harbor and its printer, Table Rock Printers,
or any of their representatives do not assume
any responsibility for the content, warranties
and representations made in advertisements
within the Harbor Lights. All warranties and
representations made are solely that of the
advertiser and any such claims regarding an
adís contents should be addressed directly to
the individual advertiser.
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Regular Board of
Directors Meeting
Friday, August 10,
9:00 AM
Information Meeting
Saturday, August 11,
10:00 AM
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August 2007
Land Harbor’s Fifth Annual
SHOW YOUR COLORS
GOLF CART PARADE
Thanks to a lot of hard work and dedication by Pat Steverding, and an equal amount of
community and national pride by residents, Land Harbor’s Fifth Annual Golf Cart Parade was an
“enormous success” and continues to grow each year. The entire Land Harbor community thanks
all who participated. We thoroughly enjoyed it. This year’s winners were:
MOST PATRIOTIC
BEST DESIGN
1- The Fisher’s (C.J., Gregg, Benjamin and Jonathan)
1- The Brown’s (Debbie and Brad)
2- Propes (Randy and Jean)
2- The Mann’s (Peter, Robin, P.D.)
3- The Workman’s (Erin and Rob)
3- The Laboda’s (Tom, Rosa, Morgan, Lauren, Eric and Faith)
Photos by Rick Hammell
August 2007
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Saturday Night Dances
Join us for an evening of fun,
live entertainment and
great dancing
• August 4th - Denny Slawn returns for more
great dance music and entertainment
• August l8th - Billy Drysdale returns Theme: A Black and White theme
• September 1st - Regular Dance Music by Bill Lund
• September 15th - FINAL DANCE OF THE
SEASON (Dressy Attire) - The Best of Billy
Drysdale
Admission for regular dances will be $3.00 per
person. Admission for the special dances will
be announced prior to each dance.
Watch for more information in the Weekly
Briefs and Flyers.
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Annual Trout
Fry will be
Saturday,
August 25,
in the
Recreation Hall
Two seatings 5:00 to 6:30 and
6:30 to 8:00
Tickets are available NOW ($9.)
from any fishing committee
member or at the Golf House
August 2007
Happenings in Land Harbor
email your announcement to: [email protected]
FOUR SEASONS CLUB - August
4th is the big Land Harbor Flea
Market! Have you hunted up all the
items you plan to donate to the Four
Seasons space? Call Don or Gladys
Jones, 733-6415, to have them
picked up.
writing desk, all of which are
available to you for as long as your
need exists. We have some child
care items: Cribs, highchair, car seat.
All items are available at no charge.
Call Hazel or Bob Kees at 737-0705
or Joyce Watson at 733-2895.
WATER WALKING - Welcome to
water walking. This is a mild form of
exercise for those with aching joints.
I give detailed instructions and you
can participate at your own pace.
Sessions will be on Tuesdays and
Thursdays, starting at 10 o’clock for
one hour. Bathing suit is necessary.
Eli Tornick 737 6969.
WESTERN LINE DANCE Classes
on Fridays, in the big air conditioned
hall, from 10:30 to 11:30 am - $3
per person. Line dancing is great
fun - no experience necessary. Burt
Summers 737-0913.
CARING CLOSETIf a need
should arise, be aware that the Caring
Closet is here to supply your medical
or childcare needs. We have a broad
range of items in our inventory--- crutches, canes, bedside potties,
shower seats, raised potty seats,
BALLROOM DANCE group is
forming - Are you interested in
joining a Ballroom Dance Club? We
would have a dance practice once a
week at the recreation department,
where we could help each other learn
new steps. If you are interested,
please call Val or Jerry Looney
737-0594.
SHUFFLEBOARD - Tuesday,
Thursday, Friday and Sundays at
2:00 pm. Lessons available. Dues
$5. a year. Ray Kelly, 737-0494
WOULD LIKE TO START A
MOTORCYCLE RIDING CLUB
TO RIDE THE PARKWAY. No
cost to anyone. If interested, call
Doug at 828-733-6167. I have a
Honda Rebel 250 and live at 101
River Loop road in the Highland
Hills.
SATURDAY NIGHT BRIDGE
7pm in the Lounge area of the
Recreation Building. Barbara Brown
- 733-3065.
Bob Thygerson annual
organ concert,
Wed., August 1, 7:30PM,
Rec Hall, FREE
Three companies under one roof for your convenience!
August 2007
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DECORATIVE PAINTING CLASS
in Acrylics: Room D, Wednesday 12:30
to 3:00. We welcome visitors to view
what we are doing. Information call
Mary Jo Abrams 733-2658
EUCHRE - Anyone looking to play
please call me. We give lessons. Game
starts at 7:30 every Sunday night. Wilma
Offenbecher, 733-6519.
DULCIMER CLASS - Lani Tesh
is helping beginners on Tuesday 3:00
to 4:00 PM. For information call 7379060. If you have a dulcimer to sell,
visit our class on Thursday 3:30, Room
D, Rec Center.. Information call Mary
Jo Abrams 733-2658
HARBOR HEIGHTS AND
LINVILLE ESTATES ANNUAL
BLOCK PARTY
golf house on Sep 28 at 5:00 PM.
The cost of $15.00 per person includes
Hors d’eurves, dinner and door prizes.
BYOB. RSVP to Catherine Melk at 7338844 or Sue Childers at 733-7235
BROWN BAG DISCUSSION The
group meets in the Golf House at
11:45 AM August 10. The reading
and discussion will be from one book
- The Illuminator by Brenda Rickman
Vantrease.
Suggested discussion
topics will be available in the library
or POA office two weeks prior to the
session. Participants should bring lunch
and a drink. The sessions will be from
11:45 to 2 or 2:30 (approx.). Talkers as
well as listeners are welcome. Sessions
will be moderated by Ruth Unks,
retired instructor from Florida Atlantic
University in Boca Raton. 733-1136.
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GRANDVIEW PARTY Friday, August
3rd, RSVP by August 1st. Call Amanda
Frazier 733-0016 or Barbara Collins
733-1626
PINOCHLE Tuesday from 1:00 - 4:00
PM in A-1 along with Hand and Foot.
Three, four, five or six people can play
this card game. For an afternoon of
fun with challenging players (who all
want to win) call Rosemary Holmes if
interested at 733-5119.
KNIT/CROCHET GROUP meets
Monday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 12
noon in the Rec Hall fireplace lounge.
We welcome anyone who is interested
to join us. We will also help anyone
who would like to learn or receive help
with items.
Last year we completed and delivered
the following to nursing homes, hospital,
ACADA, Crossnore School, Inc. and
Project Linus: 24 afghans, 35 toys, 107
newborn caps, 26 pr. booties, 9 adult
hats, 1 scarf, 7 lap robes, 11 shrugs, 6
children’s sweaters, 15 children’s hats
and 2 pr. slippers. Peg Hulse 733-0628
or Linda Yount 733-8645.
SECTION B POTLUCK: ELVIS IS
COMING to our August 21 potluck!!!!
Recreation hall 5:00 pm, eat at 6:00
pm; bring covered dish to serve 10-12.
Fried chicken, table service and drinks
provided. Raffles!! Please wear your
nametag. $3.00 per person. Someone
will contact you. Information: Lish &
Doug Wilcoxson 733-1162 or Peg &
Ken Eubank 737-9531.
August 2007
ANNUAL MEADOWS PICNIC
Saturday, August 11 at the Picnic
Shelter at the Point. Social starts
at 5:00, followed by dinner around
6:00 p.m. Please bring a covered
dish, your own drinks and a lawn
chair to sit around the fire. Plates,
napkins, cups, and plastic wear will
be furnished. More details to follow
to each homeowner in the Meadows.
Contact number: 733-8439.
RIDGEVIEW SECTION Annual
Rhododendron Loop Party August 19,
5 pm , Golf House. Betty Olsen, 7339439
QUILTING AND MORE meets
every Thursday at 9:30 am at the Golf
House. This is our 14th summer. We
do all kinds of handwork. Some days
we work on our own projects. We are
always happy to add a new person to
our group and welcome new ideas for
projects. Bring a lunch and spend a day
with us. If you do not have a project
just come & visit. Libby Burns 7334258.
August 2007
BRIDGE FOR FUN - Join us every
Thursday 9AM to noon in room A-1
Recreation Building. One time fee of
$1.00 covers cost of supplies. Dottie
Chris 733-0377, Terry Danza 7338838..
LAND HARBOR LIBRARY - We
have a lot of the newest books, Anyone
interested in volunteering to work
one day a week in the library from 2
to 4 in the afternoon, please call Pat
White, 733-0164. Computer and Fax
service are also available in the library
building which is located next to the
Land Harbor Police.
GENEALOGY
&
FAMILY
HISTORY Meetings are on the 1st
and 3rd Tuesday every month at 10 to
11 AM in room D1 of the Recreation
Center. The meetings go to Oct 9. A
free series of courses in tracing your
family roots, and producing reports or
books about your family. This series is
open to all who are in the surrounding
counties. We use computer programs
such as Family Tree Maker and
Personal Ancestry File as well as MS
Word and WordPerfect.
AVERY
COUNTY
CHORAL
CONCERT. August 31 at Aaron
Baptist Church and September 4 at
the Land Harbor Rec Center. Both
performances are at 7:00 PM. Free
admittance.
PICKIN’ AND GRINNIN’ Do
you play guitar, banjo, mandolin,
washboard, harmonica, gut-bucket,
fiddle, dulcimer, etc.??? If so, you
are invited to join the Whitespots for
informal jamming in D-1 on Sunday
afternoons from 2 ‘til 4.
Our genre is bluegrass, old time C&W
and gospel. Skill level not a factor the only thing that matters is a desire
to have fun with music. Stop by and
see if you think you might enjoy what
we do or call Ray Kelly (737-0494).
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BOD Names New
Demographics Committee
Mr. Yancey has stated that this is the most accurate
way to obtain a true sampling of our property owners.
The survey will be conducted the second and third
week in August.
Confidential survey planned in
August to determine current and
future use of Land Harbor
We ask that, if you are called, please take a few
minutes to participate in the survey. All individual
responses are strictly confidential.
The Board of Directors has appointed a new
Demographics Committee and charged them with
conducting a survey to better determine the current and
future use of our community.
The committee is planning to submit their final
report to the board in September. The survey results
will be available to all POA members on the Land
Harbor website.
The committee is chaired by Charlie Sims. The
other committee members are Frances Banner, Rose
Cole, Warren Kempf and Joyce Roberts. Bill Yancey,
an Avery County resident and statistical analyst, is
serving the committee in an advisory position.
The committee is currently working on the
development of the survey questionnaire. The survey
will be a phone survey of four hundred, randomly
picked property owners. Every property owner will be
assigned a random number. The numbers will then be
sorted numerically, and the first four hundred property
owners will be contacted by phone.
Want to Arrive in North Carolina
To a Clean House
“Just Call Cretia”
Specializing in Deep Cleaning and Detailing
Of Homes and Vehicles
Over 25 Years Experience - Honest & Reliable
References Available
828-733-4599
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239-872-9434
August 2007
Summer is here
and so is
the Tick
by Joan Hammell
Summer brings a lot of uninvited
and unwanted guests;
wasp,
snakes, hornets and ticks. And, as
usual, this summer we can expect
several cases of Rocky Mountain
Spotted Fever and possibly a few
cases of Lyme Disease from ticks.
Rocky Mountain Spotted
Fever can be life threatening and
Lyme Disease can be very hard to
diagnose. Both have symptoms
similar to flu. Lyme Disease will
August 2007
produce a “bulls-eye” rash around
the tick bite and is likely to cause
cronic fatigue. Rocky Mountain
Spotted Fever brings on a fever as
well as a rash.
Lyme disease has been called
the “great imitator” and can mask
several other serious diseases from
seizures to arthritis. Symptoms can
range from fatigue and fever to
headaches and body rashes. It has
been known to go to the heart and
nervous system. If caught in time
Lyme disease can be treated with
antibiotics for several weeks
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
brings on a rash and nausea about
a week to ten days after a bite.
Victims may also have stomach
pain, diarrhea and pains in their
joints.
Prevention
is your best
weapon. If in the woods or
working around the house in
vegetation, tuck your pants in
your socks or put a large rubber
band around the bottom of the
legs. Use DEET...it works! Wear
light colored cloths. When you
come indoors, take a soapy shower
and put your clothes immediately
in a washer and dryer. Dry for a
least 40 minutes.
To safely remove a tick, grasp
the tick close to your skin with
tweezers (if available.) Do not
squeeze tick or grasp the body.
Do not use any substance or try
to burn the tick. PULL THE
TICK STRAIGHT OUT. Use an
antiseptic on the skin, wash hands
thoroughly If parts of the tick
remain in your skin, see a doctor as
soon as possible. Smile as you pass!
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LAND HARBOR TENNIS CLUB
IS PROUD TO HOST THE
FOLLOWING TENNIS CLUBS
AT OUR FACILITY
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Beech Mountain
Hound Ears
Sugar Mountain
Grandfather
Watch the bulletin board at the tennis clubhouse for
upcoming interclub dates.
The FREE tennis lessons were a big success.
Remember it only costs $125 per year to play tennis
year round (as weather permits) at our wonderful
tennis facility, which includes 7 clay courts, 2 hard
courts, a ball machine, tennis socials ($15 per year extra
- contact Ellen Salomon - 733-1631), ladies luncheons,
men’s and ladies mixers and much, much more.
Sign up at the POA office and check the tennis
bulletin board for the latest happenings.
... we are also happy to play rematches at their clubs.
Congratulations to the following Land Harbor
Tennis team members (Keith Minnick, Tom Togno,
Tony Arrigo, Richard Hiss, Rosa Laboda, Judy Litt,
Judith Persing and Kay Sherwood) who competed
against Hound Ears on June 27th under the direction
of captain Marty McMurray. Land Harbor tied Hound
Ears 4 - 4 in over 3 hours of hard played matches.
At the last tennis board meeting it was
unanimously voted to name the tennis pavilion
- “The Lombardi Pavilion” in remembrance of
Mario and Sylvia and all they have done
for the tennis club.
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August 2007
August 2007
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Show Group donates piano
Land Harbor Show Group has donated a piano
to Land Harbor. The piano was purchased in 2006
with the funds raised by the Show Group for the
past fifteen years by putting on an annual show for
the enjoyment of the residents of Land Harbor.
Shown above are: Tinker Rautenberg, pianist,
and Mae Padgett, president of the Show Group.
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August 2007
LAND HARBOR 18 HOLE
COUPLES CHAMPIONSHIP
(Divorce Open)
The Land Harbor 18 Hole Couples Championship
(aka: Divorce Open) is scheduled for consecutive
Thursdays August 16 and August 23.
Day 1 - Alternate shot. Day 2 - Best Ball
Must have a current LH handicap and be a
member of the appropriate LH golf association.
Contact: Lyle @ 737-0917
August 2007
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Effective August 1, POA office
will be closed from 11:45 to 1:15
Due to increased work load, our staff members have
been forced to work through lunch hours to accommodate
our members. At times, this interferes with their lunch and
relaxation time. Also, our employees build up compensation
time, which must be taken off during the same work period
or we are subject to overtime pay.
Due to all the above mentioned, we will close the
office from 11:45-1:15 daily starting August 1, 2007. Our
employees will only take a lunch break from 12:00-1:00
but the closing period will allow time to process remaining
customers prior to closing, as well as returning phone
messages prior to opening.
Confirmed Kennel Cough reported
If your dog gets this virus, the vets do have medication
available to treat them. This an airborne virus, similar
to our ‘common cold’, but the dog coughs constantly
and is very sick. Dr. Lang in Linville and Dr. Lackey
in Newland, have agreed to give our dogs the Bordatello
vaccine for under $20. (be sure to mention you live
in Land Harbor). For your dog’s sake, and the sake
of all other pets and owners, vaccination is strongly
recommended.
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August 2007
Vial of Life Program Kits
available at General Services
Library
The Vial of Life Program is designed to speak for you
when you are unable to speak for yourself. The information
contained within the vial will provide pre-hospital and
hospital providers with essential details that will aid
in providing appropriate treatment. In the event of an
emergency, rescuers will see the alert sticker and recognize
the presence of a vial of life.
Once the vial is retrieved, life saving information
may be obtained, even if the patient is unable to speak.
The information contained inside the vial will identify the
patient’s current medical history, allergies, medications, and
other valuable information needed to provide more rapid
treatment.
The Vial of Life is helpful even if you have no medical
problems because emergency personnel need to know that
as well. Vial of Life kits are available at the POA Office.
P.S. Let your neighbors know of this program.
August 2007
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RECREATION DEPARTMENT 2007 DAILY SCHEDULE
MONDAY
8:30 - 9:30
B
EXERCISE
Yoga
9:00 - 11:30
D-1
CRAFTS
Palette & Brush Club
9:00 - 10:30
D-2
HEALTH
Blood Pressure Checks
9:00 - 10:30
A-1
CHURCH
Ladies Bible/Book Study Group
10:00 - 12:00
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Beginners Round
10:00 - 12:00
A-2
CRAFTS
Knit & Crochet
10:00 - 12:00
T
TENNIS
Ladies Rally
11:00 - 3:00
E-1
BRIDGE
2 - Table Duplicate (Private)
12:00 - 2:00
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Round Advance
12:30 - 4:30
A-1
BRIDGE
4 - Seasons Duplicate Bridge
1:00 - 4:00
D-1
PAINTING
China Painting
2:00 - 4:00
M
LIBRARY
Library
3:00 - 5:00
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Beginners Square Dane
7:00 - 11:00
A
BRIDGE
Monday Night Couples
7:00 - 11:00
C
CARDS
Cards Monday
7:30 - 9:30
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Monday A-2 Square Dance
TEE TIME
G
GOLF
9 - Hole Scramble
TUESDAY
8:30 - 9:30
B
EXERCISE
Stretchercise
9:30 - 12:00
A-1
GAMES
Mexican Train Dominoes
10:00 - 11:00
D-1
MISCELLANEOUS
Genealogy Class ( 1st & 3rd Tues of Month)
10:00 - 12:00
T
TENNIS
Men’s Rally
12:30 - 3:30
C
GAMES
Mah Jongg
1:00 - 3:00
B
MISCELLANEOUS
Show Group Rehearsal
1:00 - 4:00
A-1
CARDS
Pinochle
1:00 - 4:00
A-1
CARDS
Tuesday Hand & Foot
2:00
S
SHUFFLEBOARD
Shuffleboard Fun Games
2:00 - 4:00
M
LIBRARY
Library
3:00 - 4:00
D-2
MUSIC
Dulcimer - Beginners
7:00 - 10:30
C
CARDS
K T Cards
7:00 - 10:00
E-1
GAMES
Jokers & Pegs
7:00 - 10:00
A-1
GAMES
4 - Seasons Game Night
TEE TIME
G
GOLF
Ladies Day: 9 & 18 - Hole
WEDNESDAY
9:30 - 12:30
D-2
GAMES
Mah Jongg
9:30 - 11:30
D-1
ART
Schneider - Drawing, Pastels & Watercolors
9:30 - 2:00
A-1
BRIDGE
Wednesday Ladies Bridge
10:00 - 12:00
T
TENNIS
Adult Rally
10:30 - 2:30
D-3
CRAFTS
Basket Weaving Club
11:00 - 4:00
E-2
BRIDGE
Wednesday Ladies Duplicate Bridge (Private)
12:30 - 3:00
E-1
BRIDGE
Short Club Bridge (Private)
1:00 - 3:00
D-1
CRAFTS
Decorative Painting
2:00 - 4:00
M
LIBRARY
Library
4:00 - 6:00
D-1
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Plus Class
5:00 - 7:00
E
GOLF
9 - Hole Golf Social Hour
7:00 - 10:00
E-1
CARDS
Wednesday Night Cards
TEE TIME
G
GOLF
Men’s Day: 9 & 18 - Hole
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RECREATION DEPARTMENT 2007 DAILY SCHEDULE
THURSDAY
8:30 - 9:30
B
EXERCISE
Stretchercise
9:00 - 12:00
A-1
BRIDGE
Fun Bridge
9:30 - 2:00
E-1
CRAFTS
Quilting and More
1:00 - 3:00
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixer - Beginner Square 2nd Class
1:00 - 4:00
A-1
CARDS
Hand & Foot
2:00 - 3:00
D-1
MUSIC
Dulcimer DAD - Intermediate
2:00 - 4:00
M
LIBRARY
Library
2:00
S
SHUFFLEBOARD
3:30 - 5:30
D-1
MUSIC
Dulcimer Jam Session
5:00 - 7:00
E
GOLF
18 - Hole Golf Social Hour
7:00 - 10:00
D-2
GAMES
Table Tennis
7:00 - 10:00
A-1
BRIDGE
Thursday Eve Duplicate Bridge
7:30 - 9:30
B
GAMES
Beach Bingo
7:30 - 10:00
E-2
SHOW GROUP
Show Group Meeting (2nd & 4th Thurs of Month)
ANYTIME
T
TENNIS
Open Tennis (Members & Guest)
TEE TIME
G
GOLF
18 - Hole Scramble
FRIDAY
8:30 - 9:30
B
EXERCISE
Yoga
9:30 - 12:00
D-3
CRAFTS
Stained Glass Club
9:30 - 12:30
D-2
GAMES
Mah Jongg
10:00 - 11:00
A-2
CHURCH
Bible Study
10:30 - 11:30
D-1
DANCE
Line Dance Class
12:30 - 4:30
A-1
BRIDGE
Land Harbor Ladies Duplicate Bridge
1:30 - 4:30
B
MISCELLANEOUS
Show Group Rehearsal
2:00
S
SHUFFLEBOARD
2:00 - 4:00
M
LIBRARY
Library
2:00 - 4:00
D -1
DANCE
Ballroom Dance Practice
3:00 - 5:00
T
TENNIS
Couples/Partners - Rally/Cookout
5:00 - 10:00
E
MISCELLANEOUS
Singles Pot Luck & Games (4th Friday of Month)
7:00 - 11:00
A-1
BRIDGE
Bridge (Private)
7:00 - 10:30
C
CARDS
Friday Night Cards
7:30 - 10:00
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Friday Square Dance
TEE TIME
G
GOLF
Open Golf (Members & Guest)
SATURDAY
8:30 - 9:30
D-1
EXERCISE
Saturday Stretch
10:00 - 12:00
T
TENNIS
Individual Rally
7:00 - 10:00
A
BRIDGE
Saturday Night Couples Bridge
7:30 - 10:30
B
DANCE
Saturday Dance Party (1st & 3rd Saturday)
TEE TIME
G
GOLF
SUNDAY
9:00 - 10:00
B
CHURCH
Worship Service
2:00
S
SHUFFLEBOARD
2:00 - 4:00
D-1
MUSIC
White Spots
1:30 - 2:00
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Advance Dance
2:00 - 4:30
B
DANCE
Mtn Mixers - Sunday Square Dance
5:00 - 6:00
A-2
MISCELLANEOUS
Land Harbor RV Club (2nd Sun of Month)
7:00 - 10:00
C
CARDS
Sunday Cards
7:30 - 10:00
A-1
CARDS
Bid Euchre
ANYTIME
T
TENNIS
Open Tennis (Members & Guest)
TEE TIME
G
GOLF
August 2007
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RECREATION DEPARTMENT AUGUST SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE
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Organ Concert
7:00 PM
9-Hole Golf Men’s Breakfast
8:00 AM
Shuffleboard Meeting
3:00 PM
Grandview Section Party
Flea Market
7:00 AM
Tennis Board Meeting
2:00 PM
East Coast Party
Architectural Committee
1:00 PM
18 - Hole Men’s Golf Lunch & Meeting
11:00 AM
Advisory Committee
3:00 PM
Tennis Pot Luck
5:00 PM
POA Board Meeting
9:00 AM
POA Informational Meeting
10:00 AM
Linville Meadows Picnic
Fishing Committee
3:00 PM
Safety Committee
2:00 PM
Exerecise Pot Luck
5:00 PM
Golf 18-Hole Ladies Breakfast
8:30 AM
Shuffleboard Social
Billiards Meeting
9:00 AM
Pine Ridge Section Party
Lakeview Section Party
4 Seasons Picnic
Rodie Loop Party
Mountain Mixers Picnic
Golf Committee Meeting
3:00 PM
B-Section Party
Golf - 18-Hole Ladies Board Meeting
3:30 PM
Highland Hills Section Party
Golf - Divorce Open Social
Land Harbor Fish Fry
A-Section Party
Golf - 9 Hole Scramble Meeting & Luncheon
12:30 PM
Golf - 9-Hole Ladies Breakfast
9:00 AM
Golf - 18-Hole Ladies General Meeting
12:00 PM
Golf - 18-Hole Ladies Sadie Hawkins Dinner
Southwest Party
A-LOUNGES
B-MAIN HALL
C-EAST WING (MUSIC ROOM)
D-WEST WING (REC ANNEX)
E-GOLF HOUSE
E-1 TABLE SIDE -- E-2 FIREPLACE
B
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M
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B
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POA
E
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B
B
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G-GOLF COURSE
M-GENERAL SERVICES BUILDING
P-POINT
POA-BOARD ROOM AT POA OFFICE
S-SHUFFLEBOARD (OVERLOOK)
T-TENNIS (OVERLOOK PARK)
Pool Schedule 2007
Pool Opens May 26, 2007 at 10:00 am • Pool Closes September 3, 2007 at 6:00 pm
Open Swim:
Lap Swim:
Aquacise:
Water Walking:
Adults with disabilities
and Cleaning
Adult Swim - 18 years
of age and older
Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday - Friday
Monday, Wednesday, Friday (1st class)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday (2nd class)
Tuesday and Thursday
1:00 - 6:00 pm
10:00 - 6:00 pm
1:00 - 6:00 pm
8:00 -10:00 am
10:00 -11:00 am
11:00 -12:00 pm
10:00 -11:00 am
Tuesday and Thursday
11:00 -12:00 am
Monday - Friday
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day) - all organized swim (except Lap Swim) will be canceled and Open
Swim will be offered, the day before the holiday, the day of the holiday and the day after the holiday.
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RECREATION UPDATE
POOL RULES
Guest
The guest of a member must use the guest pass that was issued when the property dues were paid. Each guest pass is
good for 5 people. Guest will be required to sign in at the Lifeguard Station. Guest passes can only be picked up at the
POA Office Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
Children
A responsible parent must accompany children under the age of 12 or an adult (not a teenager), who must remain in the
pool area while the child is in the pool or on the pool deck. Dropping off a child under the age of 12 and then going into
one of the rooms for a meeting or class or leaving the recreation area is not permitted.
THUNDER AND LIGHTNING
NEW STANDARD FROM THE NATIONAL LIGHTNING SAFETY INSTITUTE
The safety of our swimmers is always our first priority. When lightning is first seen or thunder is first heard (meaning
lightning is somewhere in the area), swimmers, sunbathers and picnickers will be asked to leave the pool, the pool deck
and picnic area and seek shelter on the upper ramp. The National Lightning Safety Institute (NLSI) has changed the standard for staying out of the pool during bad weather from 20 minutes to 30 minutes, and Land Harbor lifeguards will be
instructed to use this guideline. Every time lightning is seen or thunder is heard another 30-minute countdown is started
again until the pool can be safely re-entered. Remember, this is for your safety. Pool 733-8315.
Have a fun and safe 2007 season.
Pat Jackson, Recreation Manager
733-8316
August 2007
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CLASSIFIED ADS
Call Lynn Townsend, 733-8300. Ads must be paid for in advance.
Once classifieds are set up; we will be glad to remove your ad, but no refund.
LOT FOR SALE: Gentle sloping 1/3 acre corner
building lot at Ridge Rd & Ivy w/easy access either
street. WON’T LAST !
Call owner at 733-3701.
WANTED: Aluminum V-Hull fishing boat for use
in LLH lake. Call Debbi @ 512-626-0292 or email
[email protected]
FOR RENT: RV SITE WITH 50 AMP HOOK-UP
nestled in the woods among tall trees, has large deck
with shelter, picnic table, & seating. Call Dan at 305790-9587
FOR SALE: Ready to move in year-around home
with garage. 256 Teaberry Ln. 3 Bedrooms -2½ Baths.
Asking $259,000 Reduced Call 828-733-5890
FOR RENT: Luxurious Key West Timeshare, Hyatt
Windward Pointe, 1/13 to 1/20/08. See at http://www.
hyatt.com/vacations $450/Night, save $75/Night. Call
(978) 609-0187 for information.
FOR RENT: Spacious 2 bed 2 Bath Timeshare Resort.
Near Disney. Week of Thanksgiving. $800. Call Mary
Grashof 733-2048
FOR SALE: Land Harbor Spruce Hollow. New 2Bd/
2Ba, full basement, golf cart garage, RV hook-up, AC
& heat, Spacious Great
Room/Kitchen area.
Call:
828-733-0733 or 828-4213843
FOR RENT: Land Harbor Meadows. New 1Bd/ 1 Ba.
Fully Furnished Apt. on the river. Available weekly or
monthly.
Call 828-733-0733 or 828-4213843
Obituaries
Bob Hede, 37 Hemlock Loop, June 24th. Bob is survived
by his wife, Betty, one daughter, two grandchildren and
two great grandchildren. Bob was a retired Sgt Major in
the US Army. He was a founding member of the Special
Forces. He was a former POA Board Member. For many
years he has led the Pledge of Allegiance at our membership
meetings. Mr. Hede loved his country and Land Harbor.
Barbara Reynolds, 194 Meadow Loop, May 19th. She is
survived by her husband, Kirk, one son and one daughter.
William H (Bill) Searles, June 23rd. He is survived by his
wife, Edna, one son and one daughter. Bill loved the game
of golf and he served as a volunteer at the Land Harbor
Library.
Welcome, new residents
Martin Garcia (Cape Coral, FL)
156 Fairway Ln (Grandview-GV)
Steven Nixon
216 Ivy Rd (Laurel Hills-LH)
Herman & LaShell Rosario (Savannah, GA)
75 Park Loop (Spruce Hollow-A)
Rountree James (Jonesborough, TN)
422 Laurel Hills Rd (Laurel Hills-LH)
Sonya Rutledge (Norfolk, VA)
129 Galax Loop (Laurel Hills-LH)
Thomas & Faith Sawyer (Cape Coral, FL)
276 River Rd (Linville Meadows)
FOR SALE:”DOUBLE LOTS full of Rhododendron
offer privacy for motor-home or room to
build a year-round home of up to 2000 square feet
(ground floor footprint) . Excellent, mostly level
building site. Nice L-shape deck and storage
building ready for your motor-home. Conveniently
located on Key Ridge between golf course/tennis courts
and club -house pool. (919)815-8615 “owner broker”
WANTED: 2008 Rental June thru August 2 bdrm
house, pet friendly. 733-2950 or 321-514-4381.
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Effective August 1
Leaves and lawn trimmings
MUST BE BAGGED
in minimum 39 gallon
CLEAR PLASTIC BAGS.
This rule is in effect NOW, however, property
owners are presently violating this rule.
This is a clear warning - after August 1st
WE WILL NOT PICK-UP
leaves and cuttings
not properly bagged.
ALSO, POA WILL NOT PICK UP LEAVES AND
LAWN TRIMMINGS GENERATED BY
CONTRACTORS. POA DOES NOT PICK UP
LUMBER, PLYBOARD, ETC. THIS IS THE
OWNERS’ RESPONSIBILITY
August 2007
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AGENDA
ANNUAL MEETING LAND HARBOR PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2007
10:00 A.M. RECREATION HALL
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Call to Order – Jeff Troy, President
Invocation – Bob Kees (216 Valley Ln)
Pledge of Allegiance
Introduction of Board Members
Chuck Abrams, Treasurer
Phin Horton
Rose Cole, Secretary
Warren Kempf
Dennis Ellenwood, Vice-President
Charlie Sims
Jimmy Goodwin
Jim Watson
Introduction of Parliamentarian – John Nord (53 Golfview Ln)
Financial Report (Previous, Current & Info Available on Budget for 2008) – Mike Simpson
President’s Report – Jeff Troy
Report of September 7, 2007 Board Meeting - Cole
Questions and Answers
Introduction of New Board Members - Jeff Troy, President
Adjournment
Quality with distinction
SINCE 1986
102 Queen Street • Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 433-1377
Full Service Printer • Full Color Copying
Proudly serving
Land Harbor & Avery County
for over 20 years
Voted 2006 Best Printer in Burke
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THANK YOU, THANK YOU,
THANK YOU!!!!
Simms Realty Linville
Enjoyed a banner year in the 2006 season because you
sent your family and friends to us!!!!!
Rumor has it…….
That we are leaving Land Harbor and
the Real Estate business. THIS IS NOT TRUE!
We are here to stay,
“Lord willing and the creek don’t rise”
as Mama used to say.
We look forward to assisting
SELLERS and BUYERS
out of this office for many seasons to come.
SO PLEASE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK
AND COME SEE US!!!!!
Charles and Sharon Simms
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33 Quail Lane – 4BR/4BA th
Overlooks the 14 tee and
fairway. Cent heat. 26’ ceiling
in the living room w/ a loft
library. Granite countertops &
hickory wood floors.
$459,000
#2087
42 Harbor Lane – 3BR/3.5BA –
Vaulted ceiling in living room &
dining room w/ wood beams.
Stone fireplace w/ gas logs.
Sunroom. Lg recreation room
w/ office nook, sewing nook &
laund rm. Propane monitor heater
on each floor. SELLER WILL
PAY INITIATION FEE AND 1
YEAR WARRANTY!
$329,000
71 Plumtree Lane – 2BR/2BA
- Great view of Grandfather
Mtn. & Golf Course. Wood
floors in living rm, dining rm
&kitchen. Stone fp. Golf cart
storage. New paint in and out!
Furnished.
$217,900
#2096
922 Lower Goose Hollow Rd.
– 4BR/2BA - New roof. Lg
wraparound deck on front &
side, balcony from upper
bedroom. Wooded, private
$190,000
#1161
148 Snowshoe Loop –
2BR/2BA - Large great room
with gas fireplace. Nice master
suite with 2 closets. Vltd wood
ceiling and floor.
$189,900
#2037
145 Evergreen Lane –
2BR/2BA - Free standing wood
burning stove. Well-equipped
kitchen with eating bar. Ceiling
fans, ceramic tile walls and
floors, large bonus room. One
level. Furnished.
$154,900
#1074
10 Black Pine Road
2BR/2BA - Yr rnd mtn
cottage, 1 level living, lots of
parking, corner lot,
huge
porch, full basement, eat-in
kitchen, stone fp, w/gas logs
furnished. $149,900
#2029
#2109
45 Rhododendron Dr.
3BR/2.5BA
ON
GOLF
COURSE . 2 porches. Dbl
garage & good parking. Recent
updates. Stone fp w/ gas logs in
fmly rm.
$295,000
#2054
280 Teaberry Lane –
2BR/2.5BA - LIKE NEW
MOUNTAIN HOME!
2BR/2.5BA with additional
sleeping area. High ceilings,
central heat plus gas log
fireplace. One car garage. Large
corner lot.
$275,000
#2112
August 2007
5 Dew Drop Loop – 2BR/3BA
Stone
wood
burning
fireplace. High vaulted ceiling
in great room w/ loft bedroom
& bath. Hot tub on deck.
Quest quarters w/kitchen.
$239,000
#2108
44 Elderberry Loop –
2BR/2.5BA -2001 modular.
Central heat & air. Ceiling
fans in all rooms. Superior
walls at basement level. Large
corner lot.
$210,000
#2083
275 Ivy Road – 2BR/3BA Mtn home with seasonal views.
Like new inside. Large decks
& parking for lg RV. 2 Lots.
$210,000
#2100
80 River Road – 2BR/2BA –
One level. Lg. porch, open
floor plan w/Murphy bed in
living area. Jenn-Air range in
kitchen. Wood floors. Full
basement for 1 car and golf
cart. Heat pump w/ air.
$169,900
#2113
51 Pepperidge Ln. 2BR/2BA All on one level. Year round
living on oversized lot. Lovely
porch, central heat and air, eatin kitchen. Fireplace w/ gas
logs. Mostly furnished per
inventory. Broker interest.
$159,900
#2106
26 Tamarack Rd –
1BR/2.5BA - 2 st access, cart
garage & single car garage
w/workshop, covered porch &
open deck, yr rnd living, nicely
furnished.
$144,500
#2093
1854 Goose Hollow Rd. –
1BR/1.5BA – Overlooking 9th
fairway w/great mtn view.
Wheelchair access. Cvrd deck,
metal roof, cedar siding.
Corner gas log fp. Furnished.
$125,000
#2088
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355 Windridge Rd.-3BR/2BA
Park model w/ additions. Shows
like new! Lovely porch. 2 street
access. One level. Furnished.
$110,000
#2111
105 Elderberry Lp –
2BR/2BA - Level entry & level
living. Eat –in kitchen. Newly
remodeled & furn. Parking for
small RV. Golf cart storage &
close to golf house.
$95,000
#1025
288 Windridge Rd. –
Lovely elevated RV site with
winter views. Large covered
deck with wood stove. Bunk
house with 2 bunks and ½ bath.
$39,900
#2067
42 Greenway Ct. – Spruce
Pine – 4BR/3BA
Grassy Creek golf course
community. Blt 2006. Stainless
app in kitchen. Borders small
creek. 9' ceiling on main floor.. 2
Heat pumps w/air. Paved circle
drive in front. Full basement
w/10' ceilings. 2 oversized
garage doors.
$295,000
#2114
Carolida Acres – Nice
building lots in Carolida Acres
development. Lots #13, 14, &
15.
$15,000
#2017
development. Lots #18, 19, &
20
$15,000
#2019
571 Windridge Road - WELL
DEVELOPED RV SITE!
Large deck. Good storage.
Level lot with two street
access. $38,000
#2110
143 & 145 Carolida Circle –
3BR/2BA & 2BR/2BA -
556 Windridge Road
1BR/1BA - Park model w/
added rooms & decks.
Laundry room . Detached golf
cart shed. Backs up to wooded
area. Parking for RV.
$59,900
#2060
LISTINGS
OUTSIDE
LAND
HARBOR:
TWO MOUNTAIN HOMES
FOR THE PRICE OF ONE!
Charming home & chalet nestled
in the Blue Ridge
Mountains/Carolida Acres
Community. Get a combination
of very neat, well maintained
3BR/2BA home plus 2BR/2BA
chalet for guests. Both homes
completely furnished! 1 +/- acre.
$245,000
#2016
development. Lots #16 & 17
$12,000
#2018
development. Lots #24 & 25
$12,000
#2020
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Now Offering for Sale
*NEW LUXURY GOLF
VIEW TOWNHOUSES*
*See Simms Realty For Floor Plans
Prices and availability are subject to change
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Land Harbor Rovers
SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS, WOHLFAHRT
DINNER THEATER, WYTHEVILLE, VA.
Saturday, November 17, 2007
$58.00
(Includes bus from Land Harbor, lunch and play)
This is a heart-warming sequel to
‘SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN’
Just like before, between rollickin’ faith-filled ditties
and holiday songs, each member of the Sanders
family shares whimsical vignettes of their life.
‘SANDERS FAMILYCHRISTMAS’ is one you’ll
never forget.
Shirley Hoover 733-0445,
Doris Francis 733-4990
____________________________________
Moving rocks in the river is
PROHIBITED
Moving rocks in the river is against Policy and
Procedure (R & R -26) Stream Protection in the
Linville River. Individuals are prohibited from any
disturbance of the rocks without express
permission from the POA. This includes
adding or removing any rocks.
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Christmas in August
Linville Land Harbor has established an annual
tradition of participation in “Avery Project Christmas”,
and this year will widen the project, by starting the drive
while our full community is in residence. “Avery Project
Christmas” has served the less fortunate families in
Avery County for several years, and in 2006 provided
gifts for over 400 children.
This year we would like to improve on that very
successful record, and through the participation of all the
residents of Land Harbor, would endeavor to increase
the number of children we can share with. Beginning
August 18th, we will set up a collection station at the
Recreation Building, where gifts may be dropped off.
The collection station will remain active until August
25th, at which time, gifts will be stored in a safe location
until the Christmas Store is stocked for “Avery Project
Christmas”.
All gifts must be new and unused, with the price tags
left on. The gifts are not to be wrapped, and may be
toys, clothing, cosmetics, games, jewelry, etc., suitable
for children through the 12th grade.
August 2007
Let’s make this the best Christmas ever for these
children, and let’s demonstrate to Avery County that
Linville Land Harbor is more than a playground for
retirees. Letís show them we are a community with heart,
that can reach out to help our children.
If you have any questions, please call Hazel or Bob
Kees at 737-0705
Hazel and Bob Kees
Co-Chairs Caring and Sharing Committee
___________________________________________
Board approves Land Harbor
Marketing committee
Board of Directors budgets $15,000 for
marketing and new Land Harbor brochures.
Committee consists of Warren Kempf,
Advisor/Board Liaison, Linda Bristol, Ann
Cook, Jan Goodell and Art Patrenek.
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Minutes - Regular BOD Meeting
July 13, 2007
Members Present: Jeff Troy, President; Dennis Ellenwood, VicePresident; Rose Cole, Secretary; Chuck Abrams, Treasurer; Jimmy
Goodwin arrived @ 9:20 a.m., Jim Watson, Phin Horton, Warren Kempf
and Charlie Sims. Also Present: Mike Simpson, General Manager;
Frances Banner, Business Manager, and Lynn Townsend, Recording
Secretary
I. Call to Order: Jeff Troy called the Regular Board Meeting of July
13, 2007 to order at 9:00 a.m. in the Recreation Building.
II. Approval of the Agenda : Jim Watson requested adding Item X. D.
Old POA Site. Jeff Troy requested adding under Item VIII. C. Appointing
Acting Secretary, removing Item IV. A. 3. Bob Grashof (321 Spring Brook
Rd) Paving per Bob Grashof and removing Item V. B. Issues with Police
acting as Rangers on Golf Course per Bill Bremser. Rose Cole moved to
approve the agenda as amended. The motion was seconded and carried
unanimously. Absent from vote was: Jimmy Goodwin.
III. Approval of Minutes: A. Special Meeting-June 15, 2007
Jim Watson moved to approve the minutes. The motion was seconded
and carried unanimously. Absent from vote was: Jimmy Goodwin.
IV. Architectural: A. Variance Request
1. Gerry Knam (432 Windridge Rd) Setback Variance
Mr. Knam is requesting an encroachment of 7 inches into the side
Setback . Dennis Ellenwood moved to approve the variance. The motion
was seconded and carried unanimously. Absent from vote was: Jimmy
Goodwin.
2. Robert McGhee (41 Spruce Ln) Footprint & Setback Variance
Mr. McGhee is requesting a footprint variance of 352 square feet over the
prior requirements and 502 square feet over current requirements. Charlie
Sims moved to table the request for more explicit drawings and
details. The motion was seconded and carried by a majority. Voting to
table the request were: Dennis Ellenwood, Rose Cole, Jimmy Goodwin,
Jim Watson, Phin Horton, Warren Kempf and Charlie Sims. Voting to
abstain was: Chuck Abrams.
3. Bob Grashof (321 Spring Brook Rd) Paving Variance
Item removed from Agenda.
4. Mike Luttrell (115 River Hollow Rd) Footprint Variance
Mr. Luttrell is requesting a 33 % footprint variance for a deck. Dennis
Ellenwood moved to approve the variance. The motion was seconded
and carried by a majority. Voting to approve the variance were: Dennis
Ellenwood, Rose Cole, Jimmy Goodwin, Jim Watson, Phin Horton and
Charlie Sims. Voting against variance was: Warren Kempf. Voting to
abstain was: Chuck Abrams.
V. Request from Members
A. Alternative Resolution on Dam-Jim Henderson
Mr. Henderson was not present to give his alternative resolution on the dam.
However Mr. Simpson made these remarks. There has been comments
made that doing what the state mandates and repairing the dam is going
to cost $4 to $6 Million, so we should just let the river run through it and
have a development there. When the analysis of the dam was done it
was determined that the lake has approximately 235,000 cubic yard of silt
in it. To remove the silt it would cost $25 per cubic yard and move it up
to a mile and $7 per mile after that. The total to remove the silt from the
lake would cost over $6 million. Then it would cost an additional $2 to
$4 million to repair the lake bed for construction. Further, it would cost at
least $2 million to remove the dam. The total cost would be at least $10
million As of today repairing the dam is the cheapest option.
B. Issues with Police acting as Rangers on Golf Course-Bill Bremser.
Item removed from Agenda.
VI. Reports and Presentations
A. Budget and Finance
1. Financial Report: At the six month period which was June 30, 2007,
the Departments had used 40% of their budget. This is 10% under
budget for the year. The department managers are doing an excellent job
managing their budgets.
August 2007
VII. Manager’s Report-Mike Simpson
Wireless Network: The wireless Internet network is up and running well.
Land Harbor now has a “Wireless CafÈ” at the recreation building in room
D-3. It is available everyday except Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
and Fridays 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A wireless network will also be available
in the Pavilion at the Pointe in the near future.
In Service Training: The In Service Training in June was a success. As
the week progressed our employees really started to get enthused and
participation was excellent. There will be a follow up session in July.
Maintenance/Utilities: During the month of June Maintenance received
207 work orders of which 192 have been completed. That is 93%
completed.
Dam: The North Carolina Dam Safety Office in Asheville presented
themselves in Land Harbor on Monday July 9th for a surprise inspection to
ascertain if Land Harbor was in compliance with the agreement made with
the State. The agreement stated that we would put mandated procedures
in place to monitor the safety of our dam during the analysis period. The
Dam Safety Inspector was extremely impressed with our compliance and
felt we were going well above and beyond the State’s requirements.
Landscaping: Our landscape efforts are continuing. Our crews will be
concentrating on the Golf House area, as well as sections signs and
cluster boxes.
Cross Training: In an attempt to always provide necessary services to our
members, Michael Roark and Mike Simpson have embarked on a cross
training program with all the Maintenance/Utilities personnel. The cross
training began June 9th and is also linked to our GPS monitoring system
to improve efficiency.
Solid Waste: Our solid waste pickup routes have been monitored for the
last month to determine if changes were necessary to increase efficiency.
Changes have proven to be necessary and have been implemented.
Routes have been redesigned and other issues addressed to provide
our members a quicker and more efficient method of removing their solid
waste. Since implementing these changes our man hours spent collecting
solid waste have been reduced by almost 50%.
Dog Park: The Dog Park has proven to be extremely popular. We currently
have 58 members registered.
Golf Course Patrolling: There has been a Ranger added to help patrol
the golf course. Our Police Officers will continue to patrol in non-peak
play time to protect our assets. The Ranger will be provided a hand held
radio and will have the ability to communicate with our Police Department
directly if the need arises.
VIII. Committees
A. Dam Committee-Charlie Sims
The Dam Committee has met several times in June and July. The
committee considers the most important task of the Board at this time
is to convince the membership as to the need of addressing the dam as
mandated by the State. They have put together a schedule of a time frame
of what is going to be taking place with the dam. This schedule will be
posted in the August issue of the Harbor Lights. Phin Horton volunteered
to be part of the Dam Committee with regard to the funding studies. Jeff
Troy appointed Phin Horton to the Dam Committee.
B. Demographics Committee-Charlie Sims
The Demographics Committee has met several times and they have put
together a survey that will be conducted in mid August. The committee
will be contacting volunteers to help conduct the survey the week of July
16, 2007. They will train the volunteers the week of August 6, 2007. The
survey will take place the evening of August 13, 2007 and August 20, 2007
at the POA office. The committee then will prepare a report to give to the
Board for the September 7, 2007 Meeting.
C. Nominating Committee-List of 2007 Board Candidates
Jimmy Goodwin moved to approve the candidates recommended by
the Nominating Committee for the upcoming 2007 Election as follows:
Russ Anderson, Ken Bolling, John Bradish, Rose Cole, Dick Crews,
Steve Padgett and John Wofford. The motion was seconded and carried
unanimously. Jeff Troy appointed Charlie Sims to be the Acting Secretary
for the Board Election due to the fact that Rose Cole is a candidate.
D. Marketing Committee-Warren Kempf
Jeff Troy accepted the resignations of Fred Graham and Danny Jacobson
and appointed Warren Kempf as advisor, Ann Cook, Jan Goodell, Art
Patrenek and Linda Bristol as the new Marketing Committee.
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MINUTES REGULAR BOD MEETING, JULY 13
The Marketing Committee feels that Land Harbor needs to do more
advertising. After much research the Committee has narrowed down the
search of where they want to advertise. Some of them being in Retirement
Magazines, Military Officer’s Association of America, RV Magazines, Our
State Magazine and Shriners. They feel advertising in some of these
Magazines will help get the name of Land Harbor out and help bring
in potential home owners. Charlie Sims moved to authorize a budget
amendment for advertising by transferring $15,000 from contingency to the
administrative fund. The motion was seconded and carried unanimously.
IX. Old Business:
No reports for Old Business
X. New Business
A. Beaver Problem-Mike Simpson
Land Harbor is experiencing some problems with Beavers. There have
been three dens discovered. After conducting some research Land
Harbor contacted Mr. Stacey Calloway, a professional trapper, that
is willing to help resolve the problem for $900.00. He estimates it will
take about three weeks to eliminate the beavers. During the winter until
February, he will trap for freeÖ after February, other arrangements will
be made if necessary. Phin Horton moved to transfer $900.00 from
contingency to the administrative Fund. The motion was seconded and
carried unanimously.
B. Rock Quarry-Mike Simpson
This past March, the State of North Carolina, without any public notice or
review granted a permit for an open-pit quarry only 1.5 miles from where
the Appalachian Trail crosses the summit. The public was notified of this
debacle only after the permit was granted. In support of the Avery County
Commissioners enacting a reasonable ordinance regulating this activity,
Jeff Troy directed Mike Simpson to write a Resolution to be signed by the
Land Harbor POA Board of Directors in support of such an ordinance.
C. Copyright & Trademark-Mike Simpson
Mr. Simpson stated our attorney is in the process of copyrighting and
trade marking our existing logo. Rose Cole and Jimmy Goodwin question
the existing logo depicting a pine tree... our original logo was a maple and
seemed to be more pleasing in appearance. It was stated that the maple
was too intricate to copy...the pine tree was simpler. Also changing back
to the maple would be too costly and time consuming. Chuck Abrams
moved to Copyright and trademark the existing logos, text, and letterhead
that Land Harbor uses and approve the $750.00 for the trademark and
filing fee. The motion was seconded and carried by a majority. Voting for
the trademark were: Dennis Ellenwood, Chuck Abrams, Jim Watson, Phin
Horton, Warren Kempf and Charlie Sims. Voting against the trademark
were: Rose Cole and Jimmy Goodwin.
D. Old POA Site-Jim Watson
Jim Watson stated that the Old POA Site is not being sold and there hasn’t
been any discussion about selling it or building condos. Nothing except
platted lots is sold without membership approval.
XI. Property Owners’ Input and Concerns
David Mills of 15 Woodcliff Loop stated that he personally had a problem
with Land Harbor spending $15,000 on advertising when it could be used
to fix the streets and do more landscaping to help spruce up the area. Jeff
Troy stated that thanks to the staff and volunteers he personally thinks the
landscaping looks gorgeous. There is a lot of acreage to be landscaped
with the limited budget, limited staff and volunteers that Land Harbor has.
People can always put in work orders to Maintenance if there is an area
they feel is more of a priority.
XII. Closed Session - Warren Kempf moved to go into Executive Session
at 10:45 a.m. The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. Warren
Kempf moved to adjourn Executive Session and go back into Open Session
at 10:50 a.m. The motion was seconded and carried unanimously.
XIII.
QUESTIONS SUBMITTED TO BOD
CANDIDATES. THEIR ANSWERS
APPEAR ON THE NEXT
SEVEN PAGES (37 TO 43)
The following questions were submitted by
the Harbor Lights Editor to all candidates for
the POA Board of Directors. These questions are
for inclusion in their campaign article which are
appearing on the next six pages (pages 37 to 43).
It was entirely up to the candidate whether or not
they choose to answer the questions. The questions
are designed to give Land Harbor Property Owners
a means of comparing the positions of the candidates.
1. What special qualifications would you bring
to the BOD and what do you consider is the
biggest responsibility being a Board member?
2. Replacing the dam appears to lead our options but
repairs are still not out of question. A final decision
will not be made until all the facts are compiled later
this year. The big question is how will this impact Land
Harbor financially. Certainly you have given this some
thought. Can you share your ideas and suggestions?
3. Real estate in our area and certain parts of North
Carolina, is still reasonably strong while the national
trend is downward. What must we do to continue
to protect and increase property values and to stay
competitive?
4. Do you think we need to add amenities in Land
Harbor or perhaps improve the present amenities?
Please elaborate and offer any ideas you have to
improve our lifestyle.
5. What would be your first priority as a Board
Member and what would you like to see implemented
as soon as possible.
Adjournment
Rose H. Cole, Secretary
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Lynn Townsend, Recording Secretary
August 2007
POA Board of Directors candidate
Russell F. Anderson, 35 Azalea Lane, 467-4927
I, and my wife and best friend
Lanno, are relative newcomers to
Land Harbor. We spend October to
May in Gulf Shores, Alabama and
dearly love Land Harbor, its beauty,
amenities, friendly neighbors and
of course the weather. By way of
introduction I offer the following
snapshot of my background and
qualifications so that you may
be better prepared to determine
whether you would like to allow
me to make decisions about your
lifestyle and financial investment
in our wonderful Land Harbor
community.
Born and raised in western
New York State with a brief few
childhood years in California, I
joined the U.S. Navy in 1958 and
retired thirty years later as a four
striper Captain. Along the way I
was honored to command two U.
S. Navy ships and hold several
high level positions in the Pentagon
in Washington, D.C. where I
learned budgeting and economics
in large organizations. I hold a
Masters degree in Management
from Salve Regina University in
Newport, Rhode Island and also
August 2007
a Masters Degree in National
Security and Strategic Studies
from the U.S. Naval War College.
After retirement I started an office
equipment business in Chicago,
Illinois and retired a second time in
1996 when we moved to Alabama.
Lanno and I are avid golfers. She
likes to paint and I write and try to
play the dulcimer in between tee
times.
In answer to the first question
posed by Rick Hammell, I would
have to say that I would bring an
uncluttered and fresh perspective
on problems facing Land Harbor. I
have no pre-conceived notions, no
agenda and previous positions on
any issues to defend. I will simply
bring my broad life experiences and
education to the deliberations of the
Board. My biggest responsibility
as a board member will be to
remember that as a board member I
serve you, you don’t serve me.
In question two Rick asks how
I feel about the issue of the dam.
Frankly, I am not privy to enough
technical detail about the dam to
answer that question in detail. In
general terms I would only say that
I would favor a permanent fix which
would protect our investments over
the long term rather than temporary
repairs which would have to be
re-visited year after year. I want
to hear the facts though before
taking a position. As concerns
real estate values and remaining
in a competitive position vis a
vis other Western North Carolina
communities. I would only say
from a newcomers point of view
that the first part, real estate values,
is largely out of our control. The
free market will determine that as
long as we maintain our beautiful
community to the same standards
as you all have for these many
years. Land Harbor’s appeal is
unique in many ways. We offer
an unbeatable combination of
golf, tennis, fishing and beauty at
an affordable price. It is unlikely
that any of our new competitors
will ever offer the dollar for dollar
value we can. Not even close. I
see a little tweaking here and there,
maybe some marketing, but nothing
major.
The amenities here are
fantastic and well managed. I like
that most are self sufficient. As I
read the bylaws, new amenities are
the function of the membership
not the board. If enough members
think we need something new and
can somehow convince a majority
of the membership that we should
do it, and that they wish to pay for
it, then it will get done.
My first priority as a board
member will be to get to know as
many of you as I can. I will do this
by visiting every activity, club and
event in Land Harbor this summer
to hear what you like and don’t like
about what we are doing. I can’t
think of a thing that the present
board isn’t doing to implement
positive change as quickly as
possible, but if anything comes up
during my visits I will work hard
to see that it happens as soon as
possible.
In conclusion I would only
say that we are all in this together.
Your Board of Director’s vote
is very important. Your job is
difficult because of the many fine
candidates from which you must
choose. From your track record, I
know you will choose wisely .
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Ken Bolling, 103 Pine View Road, 733-9553
I believe the biggest
responsibility of any board
member is to serve the
members and implement those
policies and procedures which
best serve the membership
as a whole while preserving
the traditional values of Land
Harbor.
I am seeking election to
the Board of Directors to
become an active part of our
community. I have been a
property owner since 1984
and have witnessed the steady
growth of our community.
I believe my longevity at
Land Harbor, coupled with
my varied work experiences,
make me uniquely qualified
to serve the membership. I am
currently still involved in the
world of work as the owner of
a business in Boone (suffice to
say that, as owner, I do not work
a full schedule, so I guess I can
be considered semi-retired). I
believe my years of business
experience dealing with people
and operating with the “bottom
line” of profit, makes me
uniquely qualified to serve on
the Board, especially in this
time when our community is
facing financial strife.
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The biggest crisis facing
Land Harbor is replacement
of the dam.
The state has condemned our
present dam. This leaves us with
two options: replace the dam or
remove the dam and let Linville
River flow through Land Harbor.
Unfortunately, each option
carries a heavy price. State and
federal mandates and protocols
indicate that either option will
cost us several million dollars.
Ultimately though the options
must be put to the membership
for a vote as to which best serves
the community.
The national real estate
market is in a slump.
Fortunately,
retirement
communities such as ours,
are not experiencing such a
recline. I firmly believe we must
do a better job marketing our
product (an extremely affordable
retirement community suitable
for seasonal or year round
habitation). It is imperative
that we target prospects (those
near retirement as well as those
already retired) and let them
know about Land Harbor.
Adding amenities in our
community would entail
expenditures of funds at a
time when we are facing a
big financial expenditure
on the dam. Any additions to
our already extensive list of
activities and amenities must be
defrayed until we successfully
negotiate the current financial
emergency.
My first priority as a
board member would be to
solve the dam issue and have
the membership vote on
the most desirable solution.
Coupled with this would be
the cost figures need to fix
the problem, either fixing the
dam and retaining the lake
or reestablishing the Linville
River. Both options should be
presented to our membership
along with the impact of each
on our community and effect on
our property values. Secondly,
I believe we must do a better
job advertising our mountain
paradise to eligible buyers. Each
new resident equates to much
needed income for our already
limited monetary resources.
Thank you for your
consideration and vote.
August 2007
John Bradish, 114 Pine Ridge Loop, 733-6961
I am Jack Bradish. I live at
114 Pine Ridge Loop with my
wife Janice.
We were invited to Land
Harbor by our good friends
John & Rita Elms back in
2001. We fell in love with
Land Harbor on our first visit
and after a couple more trips
we bought a lot in Spruce
Hollow. Later we bought
a home in Mountain View.
After we retired in 2005 we
sold that home and purchased
our present home at 114 Pine
Ridge Loop. We are very
happy in Land Harbor. The
people who work here are
so nice and helpful. The
community as a whole is so
August 2007
friendly. My wife Janice and
I worked for a major retailer.
In 1981, we decide to go out
on our own and purchased
a Hardware Store in South
Jersey. We thought we would
expand and bought a second
store down by the shore. Our
first store was turned over to
our son and we sold the second
one to a developer. We were
in business 25 years.
1. I was on the Board of
Directors for four years at
Ocean Resorts in Ft. Pierce,
Florida where we spend
our winters. I have a strong
background in business. I
worked for Sears for 20 years
and ran our own business for 25
years. I have always enjoyed
working with employees and
customers. I believe as a
Board Member it is my duty to
be responsible to the property
owners and to do what is best
for Land Harbor.
submit them to the property
owners. It is important to get
all the cost for repairing or
replacing. It is also important
to look at other options.
3. Land
Harbor
and
surrounding areas are very
desirable because of low
taxes,
beautiful
scenery
and wonderful people. It
is important to keep up the
appearance of Land Harbor
while trying to keep cost in
line.
4. I believe Land Harbor does
not need any new amenities
at this time because of the
impending cost of the Dam.
We definitely should keep the
ones we have and maintain
them.
5. I have no agenda other than
keeping Land Harbor going
strong.
2. The Dam is a very important
concern. We must get all the
facts and options together and
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Rose Cole, 421 Lakeview Road, 733-2990
demeanor to guide the board
and our members as we face,
in the next few years, some of
our most difficult decisions.
Three years have almost
passed since I was elected to
the POA Board and during
these past three years, your
board has made many positive
decisions for the betterment of
Land Harbor.
The most noteworthy
decision was the employment
of our present General
Manager, Mike Simpson. As
a present board member, I
appreciate Mr. Simpson’s vast
knowledge of community
management and his on-hands
daily involvement with our
employees. At this time in
Land Harbor’s existence, we
are so fortunate to have his
expertise and down to earth
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I am a native North
Carolinian and this is my
18th year in Land Harbor as
a permanent resident. North
Carolina is a great state,
having three distinct regions:
Mountains, Piedmont and
Coast. I have lived in each
region and I can say, without
equivocation, the mountains
are the very best!
My involvement in Land
Harbor has been varied. I have,
in the past, served 6 years on
the Golf Committee, 2 years
on the Advisory Committee,
2 years on the Nominating
Committee and many other
special projects. Outside my
Land Harbor involvement, I
am a member of the Cannon
Sloop Healthcare Foundation
Board and the Avery YMCA
Board.
must be brought up to state
standards. These standards are
nonnegotiable….your board
will do whatever is necessary
to satisfy North Carolina Dam
Safety….in part, consideration
of our friends who live
downstream.
However, rest assured,
your board will also pay due
diligence to the best interests
of our members in considering
dam replacement, cost, and
member cost payment. I am
confident that our members
will continue to do what is
best for all and as a result,
Land Harbor will remain the
“premier private recreational
resort” in the High Country.
Thank you for allowing
me to be your board member
for this past term.
I will appreciate your
support in this election.
Our members know that, in
the near future, our lake dam
August 2007
Dick Crews, 347 Troutbrook Loop, 733-0127
The biggest responsibility of
a board member
Adding
or
improving
amenities in Land Harbor
is to make Land Harbor a fun
and affordable place for it’s short
term and year around residents.
For a modest cost Land Harbor
can be more attractive and more fun.
Two good examples are the new
landscaping at the front entrance
and the new dog park behind the
tennis courts.
Replacing the Dam?
What special qualifications
would you bring to the BOD
and what do you consider is
the biggest responsibility of
being a Board Member?
My wife Barbara and I have
been Land Harbor property owners
since 1991. We came to live here
full time two years ago. Our family
includes our teenage son Clay who
in the fall will be a senior at Avery
High School.
I have a long history of serving
on non-profit boards in my home
State of Ohio and my involvement
in this community since we moved
here two years ago. This last
January my wife and I hosted the
monthly breakfast put on by the
Land Harbor Four Seasons Club
at the Golf House. I also serve
as the Treasurer of my church in
Newland.
August 2007
The cost of repairing or
replacing dam is the dominant
monetary question facing the board.
No major capital projects can be
undertaken until the question of the
damís cost is answered first.
One thing I would like to see is
more walking trails. I am frightened
when driving by joggers on Richard
Childress/Goose Hollow Roads.
There is barely enough room for
cars with big trucks roaring by. We
need to address this safety hazard.
Land Harbor Real Estate
Land Harbor has itís own
paving crew so putting in more
trails would be affordable.
I appeared before the POA
Board in June to urge the Board
not to increase the Land Harbor
initiation fee of $4,500. The real
estate market is slowing down
nationally and in Land Harbor as
well.
There are a number of unsold
homes in Land Harbor and an
initiation fee increase could only
hurt sales. An increase in the
initiation fee would particularly
hurt lowered priced properties.
What would be my first
priority as a Board member?
Our lake is the signature of Land
Harbor. Everything reasonable
must be done to preserve this lovely
asset.
Three weeks ago I visited the
Bear Creek development, which
is across Rt.# 221 from our front
entrance. I had to laugh when I
read their literature listing one of
the features of their high priced
houses was the view overlooking
Land Harbor’s lake.
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Steven H. Padgett, 69 Galax Loop, 733-1849
I became the owner of appraisal firm
in Michigan and then Florida.
Over the years I had numerous
occasions to inspect properties
in
developments/neighborhoods
similar in size and amenities as
Land Harbor. For owners to have
affordable Land Harbor amenities
in a scenic high country setting and
with a long history of responsible
private self management is truly
a unique combination.
Land
Harbor has over several years
attracted seasonal and year around
residents with a variety of interest
and priorities. But we have one
fundamental interest (apart from
love and pride of community) which
is interwoven and inseparable: our
real estate investment.
PERSONAL
Date of birth is August 12, 1945.
Native of Detroit, Michigan, 210 lbs,
5’8”, health is excellent. Married, no
dependants. Enjoys many sports and
hobbies.
EDUCATION
Macomb
County
Community
College, 1971, Associates Degree
Walsh College, 1976 B.B.A., General
Business
ORGANIZATIONS
Member of the Finance Committee,
Avery Habitat for Humanity.
Member Land Harbor Fishing
Committee
Fl Real Estate Broker License
Fl Certified Residential Appraiser’s
License. Member of Appraisal Institute.
BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
February 1984 to November 2005
PADGETT AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
Appraisal of Real Estate for numerous
clients in Detroit Metropolitan area,
Lee and Collier Counties, Florida.
My wife, Mae, and I purchased
our Laurel Hills home in 1996. We
have lived in Land Harbor full time
for the last two years, previously
residing in Bonita Springs, FL. for
17 years. I retired from the Real
Estate Appraisal Profession after
spending 27 years appraising single
family
homes,
condominiums,
duplexes, and land. My profession
as an Appraiser started in a large
Savings and Loan in Michigan where
I became the Chief Appraiser. Then
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MY
ANSWERS
TO
THE
QUESTIONS PRESENTED TO
THE CANDIDATES:
(1)
I have held responsible
management positions and business
ownership responsibilities in the real
estate construction, real estate appraisal
and analysis professions for 38 years.
In that time there were numerous
interactions
with
development,
managerial,
and
governmental
personal. As a result I have observed
and measured in the market place
the positive or negative effects
management decisions have on the
value and marketability of real estate.
I have learned that to solve a problem
I should collect available data/facts,
study feasible plans/solutions, listen
to all input, and help make a decision/
vote based on as much common sense
as feasible.
The most important reasonability
of a board member is to help protect
the present and future viability and
solvency of Land Harbor by offering
decisions that allow the Manager
and other employees to perform
their jobs well, offering decisions
based on solving the concerns of the
vast majority if not all Land Harbor
owners, and offering owners decisions
which help protect and enhance the
value and marketability of the owners
real estate.
(2) Until all pertinent facts are
compiled the financial impact of the
dam on Land Harbor residents will not
be known. I would promote the least
costly alternative construction/repairs
which would not negatively affect
structural soundness and functional
life of the structure. In addition, the
severely silt impacted lake will have
a future financial impact, and a viable
solution will need to be found. For
example, Land Harbor owners may
decide that a reserve fund for lake
dredging be established. I would
promote a 100% financing of the
dam construction cost to give owners
greatest flexibility, but I suggest that a
temporary annual dam assessment be
established in addition to debt service
coverage. This approach would help
insure solvency should another major
crisis occur in the short term and give
Land Harbor owners the ability to pay
down, or pay off, principle balance of
a commercial loan on a timely basis.
If incorporation were not a dead issue,
incorporation would allow possible
grant funds and greatest financing
options.
Of course, owners could
vote to be assessed for all or part of
dam cost which would allow collateral
financing or eliminate dam debt
completely.
(3 and 4) Excellent maintenance
of
common
and
individual
owners property, combined with
conservation of natural setting,
will continue to have positive
impact. Over time, efforts like saving
impacted trees, improving the health
of the lake, enhancing the irrigation
of the golf course and common areas,
will be examples having positive
impact. Land Harbor has limited
acreage for additional amenities,
although there might be the future
possibility of increasing the length
of the back nine, addition of a small
driving range, construction of, or
addition to, an existing building as
examples of life style and property
value enhancement the ownership
may wish to consider. Over the mid
term, positive improvements of the
Land Harbor balance sheet will help
in marketing and resale values.
(5) The board should obtain all
facts, alternatives, and estimates for
the dam construction/repair. The
board should analysis and suggest
the best options and bring the matter
to a vote of all Land Harbor property
owners.
August 2007
John Charles Wofford, 155 Park Loop, 737-6957
My work for DuPont has given
me very valuable experience. We
were trying to find the balance
between men, machines, and money.
I have installed multi-million
dollar projects for improvement,
cost reductions and capacity
improvements. I worked as a cost
analyst preparing forecasts and
monitoring expenses for a large site
and worked in investment for many
sites and know the ins and outs of
large business.
I was born in Johnson City,
TN. and have spent a lot of time
in Linville. My father built a
cabin across from Land Harbor in
1949. My family would come up
for weekends and vacations. I love
this area.
I worked for DuPont as an
Industrial Engineer until I could
take early retirement after 31 years
and come back to the mountains.
I have been a member of the POA
since 2000. My first wife, Norma,
was very sick. She passed away
in 2002. In 2005, some friends of
mine decided it was not right for
me to be a lonely bachelor. They
introduced me to Judy Violet and
we were married last year. We are
very happy and are living in Judy’s
house on Park Loop. We are full
time residents of Land Harbor. It
is great up here in the wintertime as
well as the summer. My intention
will be to attend all board meetings
year round.
August 2007
I know my experience will help
as we go through the trying times
ahead. We have to solve the problem
of the dam. It will not be easy. I
remember how the area looked in
the 1950ís with the empty lake. It
was not a pretty site. We need to
keep the lake if we are to keep the
property values. I also know that
a lot of Land Harbor residents are
on limited budgets. We can not just
go out and build a new dam and
send everyone the bill. I will work
with the board to achieve a proper
balance.
We must maintain a financially
healthy Land Harbor if we are to
keep our property values high.
We must examine our operations
and make sure we are spending
money in the proper places, not
just spending money. I will work
with the Board of Directors to
insure that the members know what
is going on and why. Surprises
are not good. I would like to see
the Land Harbor rules enforced
evenly about cleaning up neglected
property to protect the property
value of all the residents. I would
question the current practice of
increasing the initiation fee and
other maintenance fees. I feel the
higher fees are hurting the sales of
lower value properties.
I feel that we have good facilities
here but not the best in the county.
It makes me feel sad to see some of
our residents leave to play golf at
other golf courses. I feel we need
to make improvements to our golf
course so the residents will stay at
home with us, such as making the
tee boxes more level. I question
the practice of reserving the golf
course for a set period of time
during league play. I think if the
league play has started, the course
should be opened up for non-league
play whenever practical.
I am a tree lover, not a tree
hugger. I lost about 100 old white
pines to the beetles in 2000. I have
replanted 200 hardwoods. It is
wonderful to watch the new trees
grow and know they will replace the
dead ones. Trees are a renewable
resource. We have to plant them,
grow them, and harvest them. I
feel we will have to take a lot of
dead trees out of Land Harbor in
the near future. If we do not, the
entire area will go down in value.
If elected, I will represent the
summer and year round residents
of Land Harbor in an educated,
technical, and caring manner.
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THE ANNUAL LAND
HARBOR GOLF
BANQUET WILL BE
HELD ON WEDNESDAY,
SEPTEMBER 5TH
MARK YOUR CALENDARS TO JOIN YOUR
FELLOW GOLFERS AND HAVE A GREAT
MEAL. POSTERS AND UPDATES IN THE
WEEKLY BRIEFS WILL GIVE YOU FULL
DETAILS OF THIS EVENT.
LH Knit/Crochet Group needs yarn
- all colors , sport yarn, baby yarn,
etc. to complete articles donated to
Crossnore School, Inc., ACADA,
Linus, nursing homes and hospital.
We meet Mondays 10 am to 12 noon
in the Rec Hall fireplace lounge.
SIGN UP AT THE GOLF SHOP AUGUST 15TH.
CATHERINE MELK IS THE BANQUET
COMMITTEE CHAIR. IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS, CATHERINE’S
NUMBER IS 733-8844.
THIS IS ALWAYS A FUN EVENING FOR DINING
AND GIVING OUT PRIZES.
Jackie Winder
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August 2007
Little over a month to enjoy
Fishing in the lake with
bait
ends September 15
Fishing in the lake with bait includes fishing from
either shore or from a boat or flotation device, but does
not include fishing in the river.
Catch sunfish, crappie, bass, catfish and carp that
live in our lake. Most of these species are good to eat ,
while all can be fun to catch. North Carolina creel and
size limits are to be followed. A Land Harbor permit
and North Carolina State license is required.
Fishing Committee members will monitor fishermen
for permits and analyze the fish being caught. Bait
includes worms, corn, bread and specially prepared
catfish/carp baits. Minnows are permitted but must be
obtained from the lake itself. Trot lines and jug fishing
are not permitted. Those wishing to continue fishing
with artificial lures may do so.
Please....if you use bait, properly dispose of empty
bait containers.
August 2007
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Property owners are ignoring rule that
leaves and trimmings must be bagged in
clear plastic bags (minimum 39 gallon)
If this rule is not followed by owners, the POA WILL
NOT PICK-UP your leaves and cuttings effective August
1. We also want to remind you the POA will not pick-up
leaves and lawn trimmings generated by contractors and, the
POA does not pickup lumber, plywood or other building
materials. This is the owners responsibility. 39 gallon
clear plastic bags can be purchased at Avery Hardware in
Newland.
The volunteers who plant and tend the flower beds on the
golf course have done an outstanding job this year. Please
thank them their names are on the beds. Their efforts not
only save money for the golf budget but add to the beauty
of the course. Greta Bremser and Flo Maghakian have
coordinated the volunteers and plantings for the flower beds
this year. They have done an outstanding job. Although
tee times are limited this summer, there are usually some
available. Especially later when the twilight fees are in
effect. We now have a ranger who will be patrolling the
course after hours. Please cooperate with him and arrange
to pay your fees in advance with the golf shop if you will be
playing after hours.
_________________________________________
continued from page 1
Other golf revenue reflects an increase of 19.8% in
greens fees and a 30% increase in golf car rentals. In total
the golf budget revenues for 2007 are running $29,630.74
ahead of 2006. In addition golf expenses for both the golf
shop and golf course are running 10% below the budgeted
amounts for the year. If this trend continues, the Golf Fund
will require less reimbursement from the General Fund for
2007.
The Golf Committee is sponsoring a raffle for a 2008
Individual Golf Membership to be drawn at the annual Golf
Banquet on September 5th. Tickets are $20.00 each and
may be purchased at the Golf Shop.
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FISHING COMMITTEE
ELECTION
The current bylaws of the Fishing Committee require
an annual election for 10 of the 30 members. This year’s
election will be for a three year term starting January 1,
2008, and ending December 31, 2010.
Candidates must be POA Members, hold an annual
fishing permit and be over 18 years of age and must agree to
uphold the Fishing Committee Bylaws.
If you would like your name to be included on the ballot,
you must contact the POA Office between Monday August
20th and Friday, August 24th.
The actual election will be held at the POA Office
between Tuesday, September 4th through Friday September
14th. The ballots will be counted on Monday, September
17th, and posted on the POA Bulletin Boards and in the
September 24th Weekly Briefs. All Annual Fishing Permit
holders are eligible to vote.
The following Fishing Committee members’ terms will
be expiring December 31, 2007: Ed Calhoun, Don Herman,
Dick Hammer, Stan Mattson, Larry Fisher, Carl Lerche,
Paul Johnson and Glenn Mease. Associate Members John
Gray (replacing Ken Eubank 2005-2007) and Bill Jones
(replacing Fred Wiseman 2005-2007) must also run for
election.
Candidates with the top 10 number of votes will be
the new members for the 2008-2010 term. The remaining
candidates with votes will become an Associate Member for
the year 2008 and will be used to replace a member(s) who
resigns during the year.
____________________________________
FALL TROUT STOCKING SCHEDULE
The Fishing Committee holds stockings on Saturday
mornings starting at 10 am (sharp) behind the Security/
Special Police Office. The lake is stocked from there, and
then the river is stocked in 4 places. Stocking is scheduled
for Sept 15 and 29, and Oct 13.
VanHeule
Chiropractic
Gentle
Sacro Occipital
Technique
Advanced Structural
& Cranial Care
Nutritional &
Diet Evaluation
Call for an
Initial Consultation
at No Charge
828 733-4848
725 Cranberry Street
Newland, NC 28657
[email protected]
Page 50
Hans J. VanHeule DC
Chiropractic Physician
August 2007
Banner House Museum
Highway 184 at Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk
Open Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. June
30 through October
Hands-on demonstrations of 19th century mountain life
along the banks of the Elk River.
Walking tours of Banner Elk’s historic district at 2 PM daily.
Admission costs: Adults $6; Children under 12, $1. Adult
ticket includes $1 off any museum shop purchase.
Walking tour tickets are $12 for the two-hour tour and $4
for children 12 and under (not recommended for children
under age 8). Call (828) 898-3634 or go to
www.bannerhousemuseum.org
Is your E-911 house number up?
To make your enhanced 911 Emergency Telephone System
Work, all residents must display their house number. If your
home is less than 100 feet from the street, you must display your
number at, or near your front door with numbers at least 4 inches
tall. Numbers must be of contrasting colors to your home. If
your home is more than 100 feet from the street, you must display
your number at the road next to your driveway with numbers at
least 4 inches tall. Numbers must be of a contrasting color to the
background. You must not display your lot number identifications
as found on your deed as this confuses rescue personnel.
August 2007
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Linville Land Harbor Property Owners Assn. P.O. Box 160 Linville, NC 28646 Page 52
PRSRT STD
US Postage Paid
Linville, NC
Permit No. 6
August 2007

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