Board of Directors

Barbara Graham Posted on 7:13 pm - Jul 14, 2022

Sir,

We have sent this memo to Luke. Seeing his response to our concern and have him say he will summarize our remarks, I realized you might not see all of our message. Here it is:

As a deed owner at Lakeview Acres, I want express my concern over the proposed $200 frontage and water assessment for our area as too high. Especially asking for the 3 percent yearly increase.
1. For us having to pay the expense of $200 to fertilize, mow, water and keep central’s 22 feet as well as having a dock in the water is excessive.
2. We understand water levels change as irrigation is needed but we have discovered over the years that access from our cove or finger as it is referred to– the lake usage is mostly possible during holidays. (That’s if it is remembered to add water before the holiday)
3. Use of the water in our finger always had slimy scum of agea at times during the summer.
4. We pay the tier 5 of $84+now and feel that is sufficient. We do not put our boat in unless we have company for an extended period of time.
5. Having more than 2 tiers appears more appropriate for those like us that don’t have the big frontage.
6. We have observed the inconsistent approvals of owners being able to put fire pits, benches, block, cement areas on the 22 feet. Others are told no to improving their 22ft. This is not about those who don’t ask or pay fees required for your board decision, therefore, we’d prefer to see the full lease in print.
7. To better keep centrals costs down, consider zoom or scanning pics and fines when people are doing something central does not allow.
8. Possibly create a tier assessment for businesses like the bed and breakfast or airbnb homes in the area.
9. It appears from the presentation at the holiday Inn on July 7th that we have no voice in the decision. We are the ones willing to do the upkeep and beautification in front of our home because that’s what we want. Paying an increased assessment to central to do that doesn’t seem right or fair. The value of our homes should not be considered into your price increase as we own our land.

Thank you
Barb Graham
Dick Hollinger
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