Volume 5   Issue 6   June 2006

 

From the President…       

Goals for 2006 – 2007 SLWLA Board

 

1.      Improve community security and safety

 

a.       Improve customer service and access control at front gate

b.      Provide 24 hour manned coverage at the front gate

c.       Install boundary fencing at West Side Park

d.      Continue installation of additional fire hydrants throughout the community

e.       Update the Disaster Plan for Seven Lakes West

 

2.      Enhance community appearance

 

a.       Install privacy screening between West Side Park pool and truss plant

b.      Continue work on Lakeway Drive and Mall

c.       Improve compliance with Architectural Review Committee standards and community covenants, rules, and regulations

 

3.      Enhance, maintain, and protect community amenities

 

a.       Improve West Side Park great room acoustics

b.      Construct a walking trail at West Side Park

c.       Install new Johnson Point swim raft

d.      Create a Lake Auman management policy (e.g. SLWLA response to silt accumulation in coves)

e.       Preserve Lake Auman’s status as a “Private Pond” (i.e., a private lake)

      not subject to the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources

      Commission

 

4.      Improve community documents and communications

 

a.       Republish governing documents (Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws,

Restrictive Covenants, etc.) in most current form, incorporating all amendments.       

b.      Enhance and expand financial reporting to the Board and community

c.       Develop a policy manual as a record and reference with respect to policies developed by the Board

Jim Meikle

 

   

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Community Manager

Tony Robertson

673-5314   westsidetony@earthlink.net

                                                     

Pool News

 

     There is a severe shortage of lifeguards in Moore County this Summer. Because of that it is possible that our pool hours may have to be curtailed somewhat if lifeguards cannot be found. Anyone who knows of anyone that would like to work as a lifeguard this Summer please have them get in touch with the Landowners Office as soon as possible.

     Lifeguards must be Red Cross certified in order to be employed.

 

     The Board of Directors has approved the rental of our pool for private parties this Summer. If you are interested in having a private pool party, you may contact the Landowners Office for details.

 

 

Boat and Trailer news

 

      Be advised that it is against Seven Lakes West regulations to have a boat and trailer or utility trailer parked on your property. This regulation has not been enforced lately due to a lack of space for storage. The new boat and trailer storage yard is now available and there is ample room for you. Please contact the Landowners Office, to rent your space.

 

     Effective June 1, this regulation will be strictly enforced by our Compliance officer.

 

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Secretary

Jo Nicholas

myrlejo@earthlink.net   673-3604

 

                        April 11, 2006
           Summary of Board Actions Taken
:
1. Approved the March 14, March 19, March 22, and March 28 minutes.
2. Approved the current check register as presented with adjustments.


3. Approved allowing expenditure of $2000 for fish stocking.
4. Approved 2006-2007 Board Goals.
5. Approved community manager’s position to be full time employee rather than consultant with no   additional expenses.
6. Approved accepting Melrose fireworks proposal.
7. Authorized Tony Robertson to advertise for position for yard waste coverage.

 

                       May 9, 2006
        Summary of Board Action Taken:


1. Approved the April 11 and April 25 minutes.
2. Approved the current check register with two abstaining.
3. Approved accepting infrastructure recommendation for bid solicitation for Lakeway Drive paving.
4. Approved purchasing two fabricated step units for Yard Waste Transfer site not to exceed $3500.
5. Approved requesting bids from companies with various thickness of material to use for ceiling acoustics.

 

 

 

Recreation

Betty Milligan

673- 1462       ronbetmilligan@earthlink.net

 

   GET READY FOR A FUN SUMMER...

 

Swimming Pool Schedule:

 

Memorial Day Holiday Week-end(May 27, 28, 29) from 1:00-6:00 p. m…. Weather permitting,

 

After Memorial Day week-end, and until June 9, pool will open in the afternoon from 4:00-6:00 p.m.

The pool will open full time for the summer with the following schedule:

10:00-11:30 a.m., pool open to everyone

11:30-12:30 p.m., Adult Swim (if enough participation)

1:00-7:30 p.m., pool open to everyone

Sundays--pool open from 1:00-6:00  p.m.

  

·         Remember you must show your membership cards and guest cards! 

·         The pool may be rented for parties, etc., by  WS adult property owners.  See Tony Robertson for details.

·         Swimming lessons available on the North Side from May 30-June9...$10.00 per child...Call 673-4931 for information 

·         Volleyball Lessons on the North Side-- Middle and high school ages---Call Mr. Shelby Strunk (former O'Neal volleyball coach)  for information  before May 29 if interested (690-9964 ).

·         Basketball courts are waiting for you...Bring your basketball and have a great time!

·         Tennis anyone?  Reserve your court and enjoy!

·         Children's Playground is a fun place for the little ones...Meet your friends there.

 

 

Rubber Stamping Workshop coming in September

 

Not creatively inclined?  Think again!  In just a few minutes at these workshops you will be creating beautiful works of art that you can take home to share with family and friends.  On Sept. 13 and 20, a rubber stamping workshop will be held from 9-12 noon in the Activity Center at the WSPCC.

This workshop is open to residents on the North and South Sides as well.  The cost is $10.00 and all supplies will be furnished.  Three area demonstrators will be here to share exciting techniques for card making, scrapbooking, and more. Mark your calendars and share in the fun!

 

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Lake Quality

Paul Kirst

673-8998    boathouse@nc.rr.com

 

Testing for harmful (coliform) bacteria has just been completed in Lake Auman.  The results are as follows.  Units reported are colonies per 100 ml of water.  Numbers greater than 235 are considered dangerous for human contact with the water.   Johnson Point swim area = 4.  Ski Area = 2.  Island Beach = 31.  Raft/Dock at the Island = 33.   Water adjacent to lot 3314 = 6.  Values in the 2 to 10 range are typical for most areas of the lake.  The relatively high values around the island are evidently the result of Canada Geese nesting on the island this time of year.   After nesting activity ceases, the bacteria count in the water near the island has always returned to normal.  All locations tested are safe for swimming, although you might want to wait another month to swim at the island.

If you ever suspect your or your neighbor’s septic system is malfunctioning, let me know and identify the lot number.   I will have the adjacent water tested.    

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    Vice President &

                Infrastructure Director

             Ray MacKay

673-1690          rmackpe@earthlink.net

 

RECONSTRUCTION ON

LAKEWAY DRIVE:

 

            Reconstruction of the Lakeway Drive exit roadway is schedule to start June 12th.  The exit side will be closed from Longleaf Drive to the Mail House from June 12th to August 18th, or completion of the work, whichever comes first.  All traffic from Longleaf Drive will exit at the East Gate (NC 73) during the closure period.  Both the NC 211 and NC 73 entrance Gates will remain in operation as usual.

 

BOAT & TRAILER STORAGE YARD:

            There are still a number of the units in the old yard area and non-sailboats units in the Sailboat area near Johnson Point that have to be relocated.  Please call me, Ray MacKay at 673-1690, for a Bay assignment.  Your cooperation is appreciated!

 

MOTHER EARTH:

            The Eagle Springs Recycling center now accepts plastic bottles and jugs.  The center is located 4 mile from the Seven Lakes traffic light; turn left on Eagle Springs Road, opposite NC 705 on NC 211.  The Recycle center is about a half a mile on your right.  This center also takes all the items that the West End center does too.

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Seven Lakes West

Meetings & Activities Schedule for June  2006

 

Every Wed.

Bookmobile

WSPCC  Parking Lot

2:10-2:50

 

 

 

 

June 11

Garden Club

 

NCH

7:30 pm

 

June 13

Lake Auman Sports Club

 

WSPCC

7 pm

June  13

Board Work Session

 

WSPCC Board room

8:00 am

June 13

 Computer Club of Seven Lakes

Speaker: Betsy Mikula: presentation on mail merge –If time, there will also be a short presentation on using special stationery in Outlook Express.

Guests are welcome!

 

NCH Game Room

3pm

 

June 27

General Meeting

WSPCC Great Room

7:30  pm

 

 

 

Text Box: COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER INPUT
NEXT DEADLINE  June 28th
 
Contact Betsy Mikula, Editor    
673-3023      betsymikula@nc.rr.com
website:  sevenlakeswest.org 
 
 
Text Box: Note from editor:
All breaking news from the Board is posted to the home page at:
www.sevenlakeswest.org
There were at least 4 posted during the month of May.

 

 

  


 

 

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