Feb. 2016 - Lake Ponderosa Association

Ponderosa
www.lakeponderosa.org
Lake Ponderosa
Association Board Members
Officers
President
Dave Arendt
641-623-2555
[email protected]
Vice-President
Julie Maas
319-430-6030
[email protected]
Secretary/Treasurer
Karen Meek
515-971-2515
[email protected]
Members
Rod Curren
319-825-3950
[email protected]
Bob Hemlick
641-623-3951
Jim Knoblauch
515-975-7033
[email protected]
Ed Leedom
515-238-4485
[email protected]
Rob Lenstra
319-296-5047
[email protected]
Barbie Lowry
641-623-3002
[email protected]
Karen McNaul
641-623-5026
[email protected]
Robb Redlinger
319-330-5154
[email protected]
ANCHOR
February 2016
A Note from the President...
Why LPA?
This year marks the 40th anniversary for Lake Ponderosa Association. In 1976, a group
of property owners got together to form an association to organize and represent property
owners for everyone’s benefit.
Lake Ponderosa is a unique situation in that the development is privately owned, not
owned by an association of the property owners. We all pay fees to the developer for road
maintenance, dredging, and water service.
Over the last 40 years, the role of the association has evolved and taken on
additional challenges and projects. It has worked with Ponderosa Development to
institute reasonable rules, enabling all of us to enjoy the lake in our own way. We
purchase and maintain the buoys and boat ramp docks and gate. We purchased and
maintain the storm siren at the lake.
In recent years, we worked with Ponderosa Utilities to enlarge the causeway tunnel and
we successfully stopped two hog confinements from being constructed within a couple
miles of the lake, and we got the largest owner of hog confinements in Iowa to agree to
stay at least six miles away from Lake Ponderosa for good. We also worked with the
county sanitarian to make sure all septic systems at the lake were being properly tested
and maintained.
Additionally, we check the lake water several times a year for e-coli and nitrate
concentrations, and have discussed the algae situation with Ponderosa Utilities.
Annually, we stock the lake with walleye. We hold an annual lake clean-up day in the
spring. We communicate with all property owners on issues of water and ice safety, water
contamination prevention, and keep everyone informed of what is going on around the
lake.
We also try to make the Lake a fun place for all. We sponsor the Kid’s Fishing Derby and
put on one of the better Independence Day fireworks displays in Iowa.
With all of this said, the LPA cannot enforce the rules. We do not maintain the roads
or do the dredging. We can, however, speak with a unified voice, offering suggestions
and making recommendations for Ponderosa Utilities to consider. There is strength in
numbers. The more property owners who are members, the stronger our voice.
We know many of you use the lake as your getaway from the day to day grind. You
are not looking for things “to get involved in”. Fortunately, we are able to find enough
volunteers to carry the load, and only ask people to be as involved as they want to be.
We do, however, invite you to join us as dues paying members. Together, we have more
influence than any of us would alone.
I invite you to join the LPA. If you have any questions or concerns, let me know.
David Arendt
President
www.lakeponderosa.org
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Lake Ponderosa Association
Committees
Tornado Siren
Robb Redlinger
319-330-5154
Boat Ramp
Dave Arendt
641-623-2555
Bouys
Rod Curren
Rob Lenstra
Dave Arendt
319-825-3950
319-296-5047
641-623-2555
Supplies
Karen Meek
515-971-2515
Building
Robb Redlinger
Ed Leedom
319-330-5154
515-238-4485
Event Signage
Jim Knoblauch
Bob Helmick
515-975-7033
641-623-3951
Pop Can Cages
Julie Maas
319-430-6030
2016 Lake Ponderosa Annual Events
Pancake Breakfast
Lake Wide Garage Sale
Saturday, May 28th
Kids Fishing Derby
Saturday, June 28th
Fireworks
Saturday, July 2nd
Septic/Water Testing
Carter Thomson
641-623-5846
Ed Hartman
641-226-6128
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Aerator Use Improving
Aerator usage is much improved this year.
Thank you to everyone trying to keep the lake as closed
up as possible. We know some docks require that water
be kept open underneath them.
The best ways to keep open water to a minimum are:
• Keep the aerator as low in the water as possible
• Direct the aerator towards shore
• Use either a thermostat or timer.
These efforts help keep the geese away during the winter
and make it safer for those who use the ice on the lake for
various recreational activities.
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LPA BOARD MINUTES
October 2015
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 Karen Meek.
MEMBERS PRESENT: All members were
present except for Barbie.
Guests: 6 guests were present.
President Dave Arendt called the meeting to
order at 7:00 PM.
MINUTES: Bob made a motion to accept the
September minutes, Ed seconded the motion.
Motion passed.
seconded to approve the financial report. Motion passed.
FINANCIAL REPORT: Bob moved and Jim
FUNDRAISING BALANCES: Carry forward from fiscal year ending May 31, 2015 and raised to date:
Fireworks$10,963.23
Lake Management
$7,474.50
Fishing Derby$2,223.10
Contingency Fund
$17,422.00
We have 408 Current paying members and 43 Advertisers.
OPEN FORUM FOR NON-BOARD MEMBERS: None
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Tornado Siren: Has been tested and is working
Boat Ramp: We still have a few cards not working but minimal. We opened the gate so lot owners can remove
boats. Robb motioned and Ed seconded to close the gate November 1 to prevent ice fisherman that do not belong
on the lake.
Buoys: Two more have been purchased so we should be in good shape.
Water Testing: There will be no more e-coli testing for the year.
Building: Everything we had hired done has been completed and paid for. The bid for $900 actually came in at
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$350.00. The garage and closet of the Association Building needs to be cleaned out. Scheduled meeting date is
Saturday October 24th @ 10:00 am for anyone that can come.
Pop Can Cages: Julie submitted a bill for $275.00 for dumpster fees for March, May, June, July and August.
OLD BUSINESS:
Welcome Packet: Jim reported that it is done and recommended paying for the typing out and proofing of the
packet. $125.00 was voted on. Motion passed.
Walleye stocking: the order for 2,000 more 6” – 8” walleye has been ordered and will be delivered in October. Rob
L. would like to know so he can be present when it is done.
Survey Letter Results: The results are in with
175 responses. 10 had no names so they were
thrown out. It just happened that 5 were yes
and 5 were no. The final result was that the
majority of paying members of the association
did not wish for any of the monies to go towards
the lawsuit.
Algae Reports: Recommended follow up
with Barbie next spring so we are ready when
needed. Need to have material for the ponds
and how to treat. Will help the Ahrens family
with determination of when it should be done
and hopefully use Mother Nature to help in our
efforts in blowing it all to one cove.
NEW BUSINESS:
Board Secretary/Treasurer: Laura is leaving
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as secretary/treasurer because of the selling of her house and moving away. Karen McNaul and Karen Meek have
both expressed interest and introduced themselves and capabilities. A vote was made and elected Karen Meek as
the new secretary/treasurer. Laura will work with Karen.
Proper Aerator Usage: This is a risk and safety issue. It is recommended to ask the Ahrens to have a policy with
a board recommendation. We have lost dogs as well as human lives, some due to improper aerator usage. Having
open water encourages geese which in turn help to keep water open or skim over with thin ice. Aerators do not need
to be turned on until about March 1st (or earlier if conditions present). Ed motioned and Karen seconded that the
board come up with a proposal to present to the Ahrens. All were in favor.
Bob moved and Karen seconded the meeting be adjourned. Meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM
LPA Continues E-coli Testing
In 2015, Lake Ponderosa Association conducted three e-coli tests during the summer. The test consists of taking
water samples from five different locations around the lake and sending them in to the State Hygienic Laboratory for
testing.
During 2015, all test results were well below the maximum standard of 235 parts per 100mL. During normal
conditions, the e-coli level at Lake Ponderosa is very low. That means septic systems are functioning properly.
Test results are always higher after a large rain resulting in excessive water runoff into the lake. If we have a heavy
rain and the lake level rises significantly, there is a strong chance the e-coli count will be much higher than normal.
People using the lake should keep this in mind. If we ever receive test results exceeding the maximum standard,
and email will be sent out to everyone informing them.
If you are interested in more information on bacteria monitoring, go to the Iowa DNR website www.iowadnr.gov.
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Aija Abolins
Jon & Cathy Ackelson
Bill & Jane Ahrens
David & Brenda Allan
Nate & Suzie Allen
Erika & Angela Amunson
Brent & Clarice Anderson
Phyllis Anderson
David Arendt
Mark & Anna Armstrong
Scott & Angela Arnold
Doug & Julie Arnold
Gordon & Karen Ashby
Jim & Maureen Awtry
Larry & Denise Baethke
Lonnie & Beth Barnes
James & Carrie Bartlett
Thomas & Kathleen Bates
Richard & Sherry Beasley
Donald Beck
Roger & Shirley Becker
Janet Belieu
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Rene Benson
Dennis & Jill Berger
Larry & Janet Bergeson
Kevin Berggren
Ted & Carol Bish
Dorothy Blanchard
Doug Blanchard
Keith and Kathy Blum
Jess & Sandra Boatright
Stanley & Velma Rae Bogaard
Steve & Denise Bogle
Curtis & Patricia Bohnstengel
Robert & Marilyn Bokhoven
John & Jennifer Bonnichsen
Randall Boulton
Michael & Lynn Bowers
Michael & Barb Boyle
Daryl & Roxanne Brager
Dr. K. Linda Bratkiewicz
Timothy & Kelley Brennecke
Richard & Julie Bright
Michael & Janey Brooner
Daniel & Rachel Bru
Charles & LueAnn Bruggemann
Wayne & Martha Brundage
Dick & Linda Bruxvoort
Charles & Phyllis Bryan
Eric & Allison Burchland
William & Kristi Burma
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Tom & Faye J. Carey
Randy & Lynn Carlson
Loyd & Ruth Carstensen
Christine Carstensen
Linda & Bill Casady
James & Ann Chambers
Danny & Pamela Chambers
Keith & Susan Cheney
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Vernon & Mary Cordes
Merrell & Michelle Couchman
Roger & Katherine Cox
Audie & Paula Culley
Rodney Curran
Rodney & Rose Curren
John & Sandra Dahm
Linda Dahm
Stephen & Candance Daugherty
Mary & Jon Davis
Sharon Dawley
Joel & Caprice DeJong
Matt & Marinda DeJong
Richard & Beverly De Regnier
Jeffrey & Laurie Delvaux
Donald & Sandra Den Hartog
Ted & Lisa Derry
Darryl & Jeanne Diers
Doug & Deb Dolezal
Jeff & Nancy Dostal
James & Rosemary Dotson
Lance & Terry Dreesman
Michael & Amber Dugger
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Max & Jackie Dunlap
Jeffrey & Tara Eastvold
Greg & Jennifer Edel
Douglas & Sandra Edwards
David & Connie Eichhorn
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Todd & Teri Ross
Dwight & Beverly Ross
Michael & Sandra Rozendall
John & Nadine Runyan
Dennis & Judy Sadler
Anthony & Nancy Sandler
Brian & Susan Sayer
Daniel & Patricia Scheetz
Kirk & Cindy Schnoebelen
Dale & Miriam Schultz
Stan & Carol Schumacher
Richard & Rae Nette Schurman
Stuart & Kerri Scott
Elmer & Pamela Seemann
James & Terri Severence
Dan & Ann Shaner
Mark & Michelle Shanks
Charles & Beth Sheets
Steven & Cynthia Simms
Doward & Marilee Sjaardema
Edward & Jennifer Slauson
David & Barbara Slaven
David & Sherri Smith
Hazel Smith
Terry Smith
Patricia Smothers
Paul & Patty Sneller
James Snyder
Keith & Cindy Stalzer
Sharon Steffa
David & Betty Stout
Leslie & Denise Strub
Paul & Verona Suchanek
Patrick & Marna Lou Supple
David & Linda Sutherland III
Alan Szczepkowski
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Daniel & Kristin Tague
Greg Taylor
Willie & Lori Taylor, Jr.
Dale & Kimberly Thede
Michael & Caryn Thede
Mary Thomas
Derek & Aaron-Marie Thoms
Carter & Karen Thomson
Frank Tichy
Bret & Karen Tinkey
Regina Todd
Roger & Debbie Tompkins
Dennis & Barbara Tool
Rick Trabert
Jolene Treinen
Madeline Triplett
Mark & Marilyn Trunnell
Roger & Laura Vajgrt
David Vajgrt
Robert & Wendy Van Gorp
Galen & Roxanne Van Zee
Doug & Rhonda Vander Beek
Troy & Michelle VanderLeest
Gary & Chris Vansickel
Jay & Audrey Veldhouse
Douglas & Deb Ver Meer
Kevin & Shelley Vier
Lee & Jane Viggers
Steve & Connie Vogel
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The first year of water quality monitoring is in the books here at Lake Ponderosa.
We tested pretty heavily in the beginning to try and achieve a base line of our lake’s water quality for reference. I
think testing of the 3 main sites around the first of each month should be more than adequate. We have had very
little variation in chemical assessments so far, and if that trend continues, testing could be further reduced to every
other month unless conditions require additional testing.
Overall, test results for physical and chemical assessments were well within parameters set up by the Iowa DNR. I
would venture to say we had a very healthy lake last year.
Yes there were some minor algae bloom outbreaks, but nothing like the previous couple years.
As in the past, the biggest danger to our lakes health is overflow of brackish, polluted water from the holding ponds
situated at the end of the runs of our watersheds. Whenever we have a heavy rainfall these holding ponds release
all of their algae and duckweed mats and concentrations of farm field runoff directly into the bays and finally the main
lake.
Last year the east lake was noticeably clearer than the west lake, mostly due to the fact that the east lake has only
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one holding pond and the west lake has four.
Please continue to use fertilizer sparingly, and only fertilizer with 0 as its second number (10-0-10) this number
represents the phosphorous content in the fertilizer and is what we need to control around the lake. Also, use of no
phosphate and (he) laundry soaps is helpful.
Reports may be viewed at the IOWATER web site: https://programs.iowadnr.gov/iowater// Click on “view data” and
enter one of our site numbers (979060 thru 979066). Then pick a date from the “standing water log” box and hit enter.
This will present all data at that site on that date.
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2015 Lake Ponderosa Market Snapshot*
100 S 3rd St, PO Box 912, Montezuma, IA 50171
641-623-7653, Raenelle Bryan, Broker
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$141,242 $113
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