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For Information about Winter Storms or other emergency situations affecting Lake Monticello, call
LMOA’s “Emergency #300” at (434) 589-8263, extension 300. Although information is posted on other LMOA
communications media when possible, Emergency #300 is usually the most up to date.
For Information about Road Conditions anywhere in Virginia, use the Virginia Department of
Transportation’s “511 System” by calling 511 or by going to the VDOT website at www.511virginia.org.
Special Open Session Board Meeting: The Board of Directors will meet in special open session on Thurs., Jan. 20, at
7PM in the Terrace Room. Members are welcome to attend. There will be time at the beginning of the meeting for member comments
on the agenda topics only. Sign up in advance at the Administration Office, in the Terrace Room before the call to order on the evening
of the meeting, or by contacting Meg Gore at 589-8263, ext. 110, or mgore@lmoa.org. The meeting will be broadcast live on cable
channel 10(977), with replays for one week. See “Channel 10 Presents” on the back of this Friday Flyer for the schedule. The meeting
agenda will include:
• Member Comments (limited to 5 minutes per speaker on agenda items only)
• Time and Location for April 2, 2011 Special Meeting of LMOA Members (Peggy Alexander, Communications Manager)
• Board Proposal for Funding Dam Repairs (Treasurer Mike Harrison)
• Board Statement on Board Proposal for Funding Dam Repairs (Treasurer Harrison)
Special Meeting of LMOA Members: The Board has set a special meeting of LMOA members for Sat., April 2, to vote on
whether to use $700,000 from the principal of the Emergency Reserve Account (ERA) from the sale of the LM Service Co. to make
major, state-mandated repairs to community dams. A Notice of Special Member Meeting will be mailed to property owners on or about
March 2. The Notice will include the proposal and a Board statement on the proposal, which will describe the pros and cons of
withdrawing from the ERA principal or using other funding sources. A proxy, a proxy authorization form and a return envelope will be
included for voting in advance of the meeting. Members who prefer may vote by ballot at the meeting on Apr. 2. (This special meeting
of members does not affect the annual meeting of members, which will be held in June.)
Learn What It Means to Be a Director: “This Week at the Lake,” the locally produced news and information program on
LMOA cable channel 10(977), will present “What It Means to Be a Director,” beginning Feb. 3. President Scott Meiss will lead an in-
studio discussion with outgoing and former directors, who will share their experiences on the Board and talk about the rewards of
community service. President Meiss is asking members to submit questions for the panel to answer during the broadcast. Send
questions by Jan. 26 to palexander@lmoa.org or bring or send them to the Administration Office, marked to the attention of Peggy
Alexander. The program will be broadcast live on channel 10(977) at 7PM on Thurs., Feb. 3, and be repeated at 9AM and 7PM daily
through Wed. morning, Feb. 9.
Make This Your Year: If you’ve ever considered running for the LMOA Board of Directors, make this your year. There will be
three vacancies on the seven-member Board in June. At least four candidates are needed to provide choices for the member vote.
Candidates must complete the LMOA petition process, which begins in early February. The target for petition packets to be ready for
pick up by potential candidates is Wed., Feb. 2. For more information, contact Communications Manager Peggy Alexander at 589-
8263, ext. 111, or palexander@lmoa.org.
The Board is the governing body of the owners’ association and the community. Directors make the big and small decisions that
determine the standard of care for the community and the quality of life for 14,000 residents.
Audit Committee Time Change: The start time for regular monthly Audit Committee meetings has been changed to 7PM
(from 7:30PM). The Committee meets on the third Wed. of each month in the Terrace Board Room. The next meeting will be held on
Jan. 19. The meeting is open to members; member comments welcome.
Winter Golf Learning Opportunities
Golf Pro Mark Marshall has announced winter golf seminars for both men and women to be held on Tuesdays, Feb. 8,
15, 22 and March 1 in the Crofton Room at the Pro Shop. Sessions run from 10 to 11:15AM. Topics will include rules of
golf and basic instructional concepts. Sign up at the Pro Shop.
The indoor practice facility is up and running at the Marina. Thanks to Ron Shields and the Maintenance
Department, new lighting has been installed that improves visibility. Thirty-minute indoor lessons are available by
appointment for just $10, including a video analysis. Call the Pro Shop for your appointment – 589-3075.
Recycle Old Electronics: If you replaced your TV, computer components or other electronics during the holidays, please
remember to dispose of the old equipment responsibility. The Goodwill Donation Center just outside Falcon Hills Gate on Turkeysag
Trail accepts electronic equipment for reuse and recycling.
Lake Monticello Fire Department & Rescue Squad Depend on You So You Can Depend on Them:
Here are two ways you can help make sure our local emergency response teams can continue to be there when you need them:
¨ “Plenty of Meatballs!”: The Lake Monticello Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring its 2nd Annual Spaghetti
Dinner Fundraising Event on Sat., Jan. 15, from 5 to 8PM at the Firehouse (note time clarification). Tickets, $8 or $4
for children under 8 years. Advance tickets suggested, available at the Firehouse or call 284-1782. Also available at
the door. Menu: Spaghetti, Meatballs, Salad, Bread, Dessert, Iced Tea. For take-out orders, call 589-5650.
¨ Send Tax-Deductable Donations to the LMVFRS at 10 Slice Road, Palmyra, VA 22963.
Fee Reduced for Replacement Barcodes: Lake residents can replace the barcode on their existing vehicles for just $10
(down from $40) in 2011. The fee reduction was approved as part of this year’s budget. The charge for barcodes on new or additional
vehicles or vehicles that have not previously had a barcode remains at $40.
Ad Hoc Committee on Deer Contraception will meet on Wed., Jan. 26, at 6:30 in the Terrace Room. All welcome. Time
will be allotted for member comments.
Does Your Group Meet at the Clubhouse Regularly? If so, please contact Trish Mitchell at 589-8263 or
tmitchell@lmoa.org to confirm that you want to continue or change your regular meeting date, time and location for 2011. Please
remember to contact Trish anytime you need to cancel or make changes.
Mark Your Calendar and watch for details on the following upcoming community activities:
Feb. 1 – Committee Orientation, 6:30PM; Board and Committee Chairs Work Session, 7:30PM
Feb. 10 – “Attracting Birds to Your Yard,” sponsored by the Wildlife Committee
Feb. 12 – “Love our Lake,” sponsored by the Lake Health Education Group
April 2 -- Special Meeting of LMOA Members
April 15, 16, 17 – UVA Women’s Rowing competition
May 1 – Olympic-length triathlon
June 14 – Flag retirement ceremony
Dates will be announced soon for the Spring Cleanup, Community Yard Sales and 39th Annual Meeting of Members.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
[LMOA events & activities are printed in bold type.]
Sat., Jan 15 10AM Council of Marina Point Owners, FR
1:30PM Children’s Photography, TGR
5PM Scrapbooking, TGR
Sun., Jan. 16 3PM History of Aviation, FR
4PM LM Swim Team, TBR
Mon., Jan. 17 8AM Aerobics, TR
9AM Duplicate Bridge, FR
9:30AM Little Ones at the Lake, TR
1PM Mah Jongg for Fun, FR
7PM Chess Club, TBR
Tues., Jan. 18 8AM Environmental Control Committee, OB
8AM Aerobics, TR
9:30AM Basket Weaving, TR
1PM Canasta, FR
1PM Casual Bridge, FR
3PM Election Committee, TGR
7PM Pinochle, TGR
Wed., Jan. 19 7:30AM Rotary Club, AG
9AM Line Dancing, TR
9:30AM Ladies’ Bridge, FR
10AM Mom’s Group, TR
12:30PM Lake Health Education Group, TGR
2:30PM LM Readers’ Group, TGR
6PM Daisy Troop/Girl Scouts, TR
7PM Audit Committee, TBR
7PM Crafting Group, FR
Thurs., Jan 20 8AM Aerobics, TR
10AM Ladies’ Duplicate Bridge, FR
12:15PM Mah Jongg, FR
1PM Piecemakers, TR
6PM Girl Scouts -- Juliettes, TGR
7PM Special Open Session Board Meeting, TR
7PM Safety & Security Committee, OB
Fri., Jan. 21 8AM Aerobics, TR
9:30AM LM Free Swap, TR
1PM Hand and Foot, TGR
AG – Ashlawn Grille; ATC – Ashlawn Tennis Courts; BBF – Bunker Ball Field; CBY – Clubhouse Back Yard; CH – Clubhouse; CR –
Crofton Room; OB – Operations Building; EN – Eagles Nest; FR – Faulconer Room; GC – Golf Course; P – Pool; PS – Pro Shop; TGR
– Terrace Game Room; TBR – Terrace Board Room; TR – Terrace Room; TL -- Tufton Lake
The Friday Flyer is an official weekly publication of the Lake Monticello Owners’ Association. It communicates matters of
general interest and presents information on policies, procedures, activities and events. The editorial staff is responsible for content
based on guidelines set forth in policy. Deadline for submission of announcements and news is 5PM on Wednesday, unless otherwise
announced. Email announcements to palexander@lmoa.org or drop off at the Administration Office. Submission does not guarantee
publication. The printed Friday Flyer is available around the community, online at www.lmoa.org and on cable TV channel 14(978) for
your convenience. For more information, call (434) 589-8263, extension 111.