Lake Thunderhead
Beachcomber
Volume 32 Issue 9
October, 2023
derhead Lake pickleball tournament. Eight teams competed for the title. Each team was guaranteed two games. There were lots of smiles and laughing throughout the morning. It was great to see everyone and meet some new friends. Pickleball is a game for everybody. The age range for tournament players was 15-85! After some great
Glass” (Kelsey and Josh Glassmaker) and “Team Jojo” (Josie Sagan and Grace Zaugg). The champions were JK Glass – Congratulations! They won pickleball championship t-shirts and a $100 gift certificate to Leo’s Marina Restaurant. See you on the courts in the future. Keep dinking!
MDC and partners host a mentored It was a “Dill” – lite to see everyone games in the earlier rounds, the cham- deer hunt for youth Oct. 27-29 August 12th for the first annual Thun- pionship match consisted of team “JK Pickleball Tournament Held
This event is for children with chronic or terminal illnesses along with first-time hunters.
MDC and partners host mentored deer hunt for youth with chronic or terminal illnesses and first-time hunters. UNIONVILLE, Mo. Rest Inn Him Lodge and -- The Missouri Depart- Retreat Center. This event is designed ment of Conservation (MDC) is partnering for youth ages 8-15, and with Missouri Disabled registration is required. Sportsmen and Rest Inn To register, go to https:// Him Lodge and Retreat short.mdc.mo.gov/4ef. Center to host a mentored Once registration is deer hunt for kids who completed, parents of have been diagnosed the registered particiwith chronic or terminal pant will be contacted illness, as well as youth to ensure they meet the that have never had the requirements for the opportunity to hunt. This hunt. Food and lodging event will run from Oct. for the weekend will be 27 through Oct. 29, and provided by Rest Inn participants will meet at Him Lodge and Retreat
Center. Questions about this hunt can be directed to Rob.Garver@mdc. mo.gov, missouridisabledsportsmen@gmail. com, or restinnhim@ gmail.com. Rest Inn Him Lodge and Retreat Center is located at 37796 165th Road in Unionville.
Lakewide Garage Sales Coming Up
The Lake Thunderhead Fall Garage Sales is scheduled for Thursday - Saturday, September 28th, 29th, and 30th. There is a sign-up sheet in the lake office if you want to be included on the map. Office list deadline is September 25. If you wish to place an ad in the Unionville Republican newspaper the
Garage Sales… Cont. to pg. 3
How to Overcome Anxiety at the Dentist
Keeping your mind at ease while your teeth get cleaned may be easier than you realize.
(NAPSI)—If you experience anxiety and stress while visiting your dentist, you’re not alone. For many people, the idea of going to the dentist stirs up anxiety; however, it’s so important to combat those thoughts to keep your smile strong and healthy. To help, here are four tips so you can remain calm while your teeth receive care: Talk to your dentist—Be open about your
anxieties and stress before the appointment so the dentist can ease your mind. If you want to know what’s happening during the appointment, they can explain the procedure to you. If you would rather not know, your dentist can tell you when to close your eyes or distract yourself. Work on a signal with your dentist—for instance, if you raise your hand during your appointment,
it could mean you need a break, or something hurts. Don’t be afraid to communicate what you need for a successful trip to the dentist’s chair. Use tools to distract yourself—If the tools or sounds of the dental machines cause you anxiety, find ways to busy yourself. You can bring headphones to listen to your favorite music or podcast while you lounge in the dentist’s chair. Objects such as stress balls or fidget spinners are also a great way to keep busy. Practice mindfulness—To keep your mind off your dentist’s appointment, you can practice mindfulness both before and during. Focus on breathing while you’re in the waiting
Dental Anxiety… Cont. to pg. 12
Lake Thunderhead Beachcomber October, 2023 and not being sure you put your stickLake Thunderhead Board Of Directors Meet money transparent and he wants ers on your boat or ATV/
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Kerrie Rose called meeting to order at 5:30pm. In attendance, Tiffany Scovel, Mike Vore, Ced Gilworth, Rodney Weir. Public Correspondence – Doris Benson thanked everyone for attending Summer Bash, Laker Ladies raised $2213 at bash, and received $874 from Christmas in July Poker Run, they plan to purchase new picnic tables for back-office patio with some help from the can committee. Secretary Report – Mike motioned to approve July minutes, Tiffany seconded, motion carried. Treasure Report – Tiffany reports everything looks great, payroll is down since no summer office help, and eliminating a full-time maintenance position. Land sales are around $46k, projected to be around $80k. We will meet again with accountant to look at ways to defer taxes with im-
provements. Budget projected to be about $200k profit for year, tax liability is 25%. Tiffany motioned to approve, Mike Vore seconded, motion carried. Committee Reports Election Committee – No Report A&E Committee – No Report Rules & Regulations Committee – No Report. Questioned asked about boating regulations since private lake. Missouri Boating laws apply but only DNR & Law Enforcement can write citations. Rodney & Security can address the issue with the individuals and fines can be imposed if policy isn’t followed, please contact Rodney. (Policy 109-Boating Policy) Fish Committee – Fall Fishing Tournament September 16 at 7:00 am-Noon, meal after. Kids fishing pond is being used quite a bit, so thanks to everyone for catch/release. DNR will be running nets this
fall. Fish Committee is meeting with DNR again to discuss the curly leaf weed issue. Dock Committee – No Report. Question from member about taking some of the money from profit to replace or improve more of the rental docks. Per Tiffany that is one of the options that will be considered. Commons Committee – Falcon Dr. silt ponds initial work to begin with clearing trees and brush, getting estimates on heavy equipment work. Special Road District – 958 tons of asphalt were spread at entrance, work was completed July 21. Public meeting Aug. 14th to present & accept new tax levee (same tax rate as last year). Lake Manager Report – Rodney started by saying we sorely miss John who was here 24/7 as he was a resident and volunteered a lot of his time in keeping watch on the community. One of the biggest issues is water patrol, we can’t be in 2
places at once. We would really appreciate boaters and jet skiers to abide by the 100’ NO WAKE near the shoreline and in coves. It’s the resident’s responsibility to make sure guests know the rules and follow them as it’s your boat sticker # being fined when caught. There was a comment via Zoom about in Missouri, if you were born after 1/1/1984 and operate a vessel on Missouri lakes you need to pass a boater safty course and carry a boater education card. The course costs $29.50 and requires passing and exam and paying at $17.00 state fee. One Resident spoke that he requires his family and guests to take the course before letting them use his boat, jet skis, etc. Rodney thanked his staff and volunteers that help with the mowing and lawn care, as well as the office staff for working through the summer without additional help. He closed with saying he has heard rumors that the board is trying to hide
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to let everyone know that is not the case, we have the most dedicated Board and they are looking to improve the community for generations to come. The finances of the Association are presented each month, you are welcome to come to office and ask any questions you would like. A member spoke that people are going to have a difference of opinion and they should not be made to feel alienated or looked down on for that opinion. Tiffany said to please feel free to reach out to Rodney or the Board with any questions or concerns. Security Update – In July 2 fines were issued, and multiple warnings. ATV/Golf cart stickers are a yearly requirement for stickers, just like boats. We do track warnings (letters sent to members) so if you were warned about not having a Golf Cart sticker and are caught again you will be fined. Reminder to make
Golf cart, just purchasing them doesn’t count, you need to put them on your property. There will be a notice sent with 2024 dues noting how many boats or ATV/Golf you registered in 2023 as a reminder to purchase those at beginning of the season. A member questioned why a sticker would be needed if not using WCA property, just on the roads. The sticker requirement is an SRD policy on roadways, which could be enforced by county or state law officers, as SRD is a county entity and have given permission to enforce the policy. Rodney did ask the board to consider replacing the motor on the security boat with a 4 stroke motor as the 2 stroke currently cuts out and doesn’t always want to restart. The motor from Outlaw is $6k installed. Kerrie made a motion to purchase mo-
Board Meeting: cont. to pg. 10
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Lake Thunderhead Beachcomber Page 3 Garage Sales… Fishing Tournament “48N48” Continued from page 1 These fly boys broke PA32R Piper Saratoga deadline is September Items to feature might the record for travers- and landed in each of results next month October, 2023
22. Remember no signs are allowed at the lake so ads in the paper , balloons or fcacebook are suggestions you might use. The maps will be given out at the office on Thursday at 8:00 p.m.
be fall decor, hunting items, yard/patio etc, flannel shirts and/or sweatshirts, winter coats and warm clothing. Any questions call Chris Carmichael 660947-7730.
ing mainland America, landing in each of the 48 states in less than 48 hours. Delta A350 Capt. Barry Behnfeldt and Aaron Wilson and technician Thomas Twiddy took off in their 1980
the contiguous 48 states from Michigan to Maine. And they made what they called their “48N48” trip not in 48 hours but in a record breaking 44 hours and seven minutes.
Since the BeachComber deadline was prior to the Fall Fish Tourney, results will be in the October issue, or can be found on-line on our Facebook page. Thank you to all who fished, donated or just came by to the weigh in and lunch. Tight lines everyone!” “The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself.” -- Anna Quindlen
Featured Lake Thunderhead Properties View all of our listings at: www.lakethunderheadmo.com 25052 Magnolia Road $650,000 Listing Agent: Shelly Seaton
This picturesque home offers a blend of modern comfort and natural beauty, making it a dream destination for those seeking tranquility and year-round enjoyment. This property features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and sits on nearly an acre (.99 acres), offering plenty of room for relaxation, recreation, and entertaining. Gorgeous bamboo hardwood and stunning concrete floors seamlessly flow throughout the 2800 square feet of living space. The master shower is a sanctuary in itself, featuring a walk-in design,
double shower heads, and a soothing rain sprinkler shower head for an indulgent spa-like experience. A dual-purpose tankless hot water heater efficiently provides heating and domestic water supply, reducing energy consumption and costs. Enjoy the peace of mind of new installations in 2023, including a grinder pump and an outside A/C unit. Embrace the luxury of heated floors in both the basement and garage, allowing you to stay cozy and comfortable in every season. This property boasts a common dock and day parking facilities, ensuring effortless access to the lake for fishing, boating, and water activities. A concrete driveway and Diamond Kote siding not
only adds durability to your property but also makes maintenance a breeze, along with a sprinkler system for easy upkeep of your landscaping. The underground dog fencing provides pet-friendly living, and the concrete RV pad sets the stage to host your friends and family.
22022 Blazing Star Court $350,000 Listing Broker: Ced Gilworth
The property is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in a well-established neighborhood, surrounded by lush greenery and picturesque landscapes. This is a bare lot, with utilities already on the lot with a shared grinder pump. The waterfront
is 106’ wide and at the road is 20’ and the sides are approx 300’ long. The two campers on the lot are not included in the sale of the property. Main body lots are hard to find these days at Lake Thunderhead. When you consider neighboring private lakes, the values at Lake Thunderhead are still less than many of the lakes around. The Wildflower Community Association dues are $810.00 per year. https://wcalakethunderhead.com/ Overall, 22022 South Blazing Star Court is beautiful and perfect for those who seek a peaceful and serene lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Give us a call today to set up a showing, Ced Gilworth 660626-8445. NOTE: Campers and the dock in pictures and videos are not included in the sale of the property
32109 Falcon Drive $425,000 Listing Broker: Ced Gilworth
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As you pull in the driveway, there is a landing that has been landscaped at the road for more parking. Then as you come down the driveway to additional parking closer to the home, the main entrance has a deck running the full
length of the house with a covered roof over the entrance. As you enter the home, an open concept allows for you to see the lake when you step in the door with the large windows on the waterfront side. There are 3 bedrooms on the main level, along with 2 bathrooms. The stairway takes you to the basement family room area, three more additional bedrooms, and a bathroom that is not completed. There are a few other items left to do in the basement such as trim. Out the basement door you go to a concrete patio and just steps away from the dock and lake time. Included in the sale of the property is the dock, jet ski lift, boat lift and kitchen appliances. The home is approximately 2800 square feet and was built in 2003. The seller is aware that their home is in need of some finishing touches, landscaping, work in the basement, etc.
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(NAPSI)—When you plan road trips with family and friends, it’s important to make sure your vehicle is as safe as possible. Many vehicle owners may remember important tasks like changing the oil or replacing the wiper blades, but they often overlook the need to check for and repair open safety recalls. The Problem Safety recalls can pose the risk of severe injury to passengers, so
vehicle owners and operators should regularly check to see if any recent recalls affect their vehicle. An example of a recent announcement that consumers should be aware of is the urgent Stop-Drive Advisory issued in July to owners and custodians of model-year 2003 Ram 1500/2500/3500 pickups who have not replaced their recalled Takata air bags. There are an estimated 29,000 unrepaired 2003 Ram pickups still on U.S. roads today and the vehicle’s manufacturer, FCA US LLC, is urging the owners and custodians of these vehicles to immediately stop driving them and contact a local authorized dealer to determine their recall status. A Solution Free replacements for Takata air-bag inflators have been available for nearly 10 years and all costs are covered by the manufacturer. If your vehicle is affected by a Stop-Drive Advisory, you should call 833-5850144 to discuss the best options for a free recall repair. FCA US can help arrange for your vehicle to be transported (free of charge) to an authorized dealership or schedule a mobile repair unit
be replaced in about an hour. Why It’s Important This is an urgent safety matter. These Takata air bags have been recalled because they contain chemical compounds that may deteriorate as they age—particularly if exposed to hot, humid climates. Such conditions may cause these inflators to rupture on air-bag deployment (even in minor crashes), scattering razor-sharp debris capable of causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants. The Stop-Drive Advisory has been issued due to heightened risk for certain makes and model years. The 2003 Ram pickup joins four other FCA-brand vehicles subject to a Takata-related Stop-Drive Advisory. Last year, FCA US announced Stop-Drive Advisories for the Chrysler
Regardless of whether your vehicle has a StopDrive Advisory on it, it’s not worth the risk for any vehicle to be on the road with an unrepaired air bag. If motorists are unsure if their vehicle has had its air bags recalled and would like to check, they are urged to call 833-585-0144, or enter their license plate number or Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) in the search engines atmopar.com/recalls (VIN only) or checktoprotect. org (license plate or VIN). The 17-character VIN is located on the driver’s side dashboard near the windshield and can be found on insurance and registration documents. Keep yourself and your loved ones safe this summer by checking your vehicle for open airbag recalls and getting them repaired for free.
Wanderlust
Renowned author Robert Louis Stevenson put it this way in his book, Travels with a Donkey: “For my part I travel not to go anywhere, but to ... travel for travel’s sake.” For Randy Williams, a San Diego DJ known as Ramblin’ Randy, wanderlust motivated his goal of visiting every country on planet Earth and then some. It took him ten years but he finally achieved his ambition to visit all of the 193 nations recognized by the United Nations plus Vatican City, Palestine and the disputed lands of Kosovo, Western Sahara and Taiwan. Randy completed his bucket list just recently when he finally got to plant his feet on the ground of his final destination, Turkmenistan.
Save wing feathers and breast feathers from harvested turkeys for submission to MDC.
MDC is again asking Missouri urkey hunters to save and share feathers from the wild turkeys they harvest this fall and to send them to MDC. Turkey hunters should save the 9th and 10th primary wing feathers (shown) from harvested turkeys JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is again asking Missouri turkey hunters to save and share feathers from the wild turkeys they harvest this fall. Hunters who harvest a turkey during the archery season (Sept. 15 through Nov. 10 and Nov. 22 through Jan. 15, 2024) or the fall firearms season (Oct. 1-31)
are asked to mail feathers from their turkeys to MDC using a postage-paid envelope from MDC. The feathers will help MDC scientists improve research models used to monitor turkey population trends and estimate turkey numbers across the state. MDC instructs turkey hunters to save the 9th and 10th primary wing feathers and 3-5 breast feathers (see diagram) from harvested turkeys after Telechecking. For a Feather Submission Form and more information from MDC, visit mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey/fall-turkey-feathersubmission. “Once hunters have signed up for the program and Telechecked a turkey, we will mail them a feather submission packet containing additional instructions and a postage-paid en-
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(NAPSI)—Now is the time for Massachusetts residents to make sure their homes are as energy efficient as possible for when storms and cold temperatures hit and in the rare event of a power outage. Here are some simple steps you can take to help keep monthly power bills down. Short-Term Actions Schedule an annual maintenance appointment for your furnace, boiler or heat pump. They should be checked, cleaned, and repaired annually. This: •Improves efficiency •Finds small problems before they become big problems •Extends the life of your furnace. Bleed radiators. Letting out air that gets trapped in your heating system will heat your home more effectively and reduce energy bills. If you hear pipes banging or gurgling, it’s a sign your system needs to be bled. Service chimneys. Also close your fireplace damper if you’re not going to be using it and consider investing in a glass screen that lets heat radiate but prevents warm air from getting vented out the chimney. Weatherstrip doors and windows. Even a removable door draft stopper
can make a big difference. Make sure air vents aren’t blocked. If furniture or curtains block your vents, the furnace works harder, driving fuel costs up. If you really like the position of furniture covering a vent, consider a low-cost vent extender. Conserve & Manage Energy Use Keep the thermostat between 68° and 70° Fahrenheit while you’re awake, and lower when you’re asleep or away. Add insulation to walls and pipes. This is a very inexpensive way to reduce your winter energy bill. Focus on your attic because heat rises, and this will keep heat in your living spaces. Also pay attention to electrical outlets, anywhere utilities enter the house, pipes (to prevent freezing and bursting), and appliances such as water heaters. Adjust ceiling fans. Run fans clockwise in winter to push rising warm air down, potentially enabling you to lower the thermostat. In the summer, run fans counterclockwise to create windchill. Unplug unused electronics. Also, consider switching to LED light bulbs, which are more energy efficient. Putting lights on a timer is both easy and cost-efficient. Put rugs on hardwood floors. This provides a layer of insulation and can warm up a room—literally and figuratively. Open the curtains during the day and close them at night. Letting the sun in—even the weaker sunlight of winter—can help naturally warm a room, while drawing shades and drapes at night helps keep heat in and prevents drafts. Thinking Long-Term Get a professional energy audit. The auditor will ask about your bills, and check to make sure it’s properly sealed.
discounted or no-cost services such as insulation and air sealing upgrades, new appliances and heating or cooling systems and more. Find out more at https://www.masssave.com/en. Consider zoned heating. Target your heating and cooling, to where it’s needed. Switch to a smart thermostat. A programmable thermostat lets you fine tune when your furnace runs, letting you pre-set it at a lower temperature while you sleep or are away and have it turn up just before you come home. Just In Case Big storms happen, as do power outages. National Grid constantly improves efforts to reduce power outages, which involves everything from the simple (trimming trees around lines) to the complex (installing smart meters and technology that automatically locates and isolates outages and restores service as quickly as possible). To make sure you and your family are prepared if the power goes out: •Keep a gallon of water per person
•Have three days of non-perishable food on hand (including for your pets) •Put together a first aid kit •Make sure batteries work in flashlights, lanterns, radios etc. •Keep matches, candles, flashlights etc. where you can find them easily •Fully charge phones •Have extra medication at the ready •Fill your bathtub with water (to be used for toilet flushing) •Turn refrigerator and freezer to coldest settings, keep doors closed as much as possible •Gas up the car. If you have a generator, make sure it’s at least 20 feet away from the outside wall of your home. Never operate it in an enclosed space, employ GFCI protection, and use the proper cord. Learn More To learn more about the services and advice National Grid offers customers related to safety, reliability, affordability, and storm and power outage preparation, visit https://www.nationalgridus.com/ma-home/.
Mexican Pot Roast
If you’re hoping to host a Taco Tuesday or have the gang over for a Tex-Mex feast, Mexican Pot Roast is the easiest, most delicious way to make that happen! It’s as simple as only needing two ingredients: tender beef chuck roast and tangy salsa, and dumping them into a slow cooker to do all the work. Sounds pretty great, huh? Enjoy it on tacos, salads, quesadillas, you name it! Mexi-
can Pot Roast literally brings the fiesta to you! Ingredients 1 (3-4-pound) beef chuck roast 1 (16-ounce) jar salsa salt, optional and to taste pepper, optional and to taste Directions Step 1 -In a slow cooker, add the beef chuck roast. Step 2 -Cover the meat with the salsa. Step 3 -Season the
meat with the salt and the pepper, if needed. Step 4 -Cook on low until the meat is tender, about 6-8 hours. Step 5 -Transfer the cooked roast onto a cutting board and shred with 2 forks while removing and discarding any unwanted fat. Step 6 -Place the shredded meat back into the slow cooker and mix with the juices. Step 7 -Serve!
Lake Thunderhead Beachcomber October, 2023 suggested HinDiscover nature this season with color,” Back in the Day – nah. And fall color isn’t A look into Missouri History MDC’s fall color report just limited to trees. friend Shade Shields, the by Ross Malone Page 6
Find weekly updates on fall color and best places to see it at mdc.mo.gov/fallcolor
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – After a hot and humid summer, most are welcoming the fall season with open arms. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages people to enjoy fall foliage through camping, hiking, driving tours, or even floating. To help, MDC offers weekly online fall color updates from agency foresters all over the state at mdc.mo.gov/fallcolor. “Our weekly fall color updates are a great resource for the public,” said MDC Forestry Field Programs Supervisor Russell Hinnah. “Foresters begin posting reports in mid-September that show users where trees are beginning to turn and even suggest great places to see changing leaves.” Hinnah noted the drought experienced over the summer could affect this year’s color. “The dry conditions we saw this summer could cause trees to lose their leaves early or begin changing colors earlier than normal,” he said. “This may affect the amount of fall color
we see later in the season.” The chilly evenings we see in the fall season are critical for leaves to change color. “Sugars produced by photosynthesis are trapped inside leaves by the cool autumn nights,” Hinnah explained. “Those sugars are the building blocks for the rich red, yellow, orange, and purple pigments. Chilly nights cause the breakdown of green pigments, allowing the fall colors to show through.” Missouri trees first begin changing color in the northern part of the state, then move southward. Sassafras, sumac, and Virginia creeper are some of the earliest to change in mid-September. In late September,
black gum, bittersweet, and dogwood are turning. The peak of fall color usually hits around mid-October. “Trees like maple, ash, oak, and hickory are at the peak of their fall display by the middle of October,” Hinnah noted. “Normally by the end of the month, colors are fading and leaves are falling.” Missouri’s fall color can be enjoyed from almost anywhere. For spectacular vistas, choose routes along rivers with views of forested bluffs, and along ridges with sweeping scenes of forested landscapes. “MDC conservation areas or Missouri state parks are wonderful places to take in the fall
Prairies and roadsides display beautiful shades of gold, purple, olive, and auburn with autumn wildflowers, shrubs, and grasses. In cities and towns, enjoy places with mature trees such as older neighborhoods, parks, and even cemeteries. MDC provides its annual fall color update at mdc.mo.gov/fallcolor. The weekly reports include what species of trees are turning and suggestions on best places to see them. The updates run September through November.
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September 27, 1901 – A student band was organized at Mizzou. John C. Walker was chosen to lead the band again as he had done in 1900. That was the birth of Marchin’ Mizzou. September 28, 1893 – Animal Cages were lost from a circus train near Trenton and the animals which survived ran free in the countryside. Involved in the rescue and re-capturing were the tiny Major Ray (later known to all as Buster Brown) and his best can Citizens [AMAC]. Apparently, the sleeping mammals were awakened by a visitor who had gotten too close to them. She was frightened and started running away, the sea lions allegedly ran after her, which in turn caused a panicked mass evacuation of sunbathers. The sea lions eventually returned to the water and no one was hurt.
Texas Giant. Both were from Hornersville. September 29, 1953 – The Post-Dispatch reported that General Motors was planning to build a new plastic car in St. Louis. Sure enough, every Corvette in America was built there from 1953 to 1981. September 30, 1911 – Missouri Valley College at Marshall announced that, because of parental objections and “lack of material” (young men), the school would have no football team that year. October 1, 1826, Jefferson City officially became the state capital. That day, state records, equipment and the Great Seal were rowed up the Missouri River by canoes to Jefferson City. October 2, 1908 – An organization of Christian traveling men calling themselves the Gideons were meeting in Kansas City. They adopted
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Page 8 Mo History… a plan to put a Bible in every hotel room in the nation. October 3, 1855 – The very first Southeast Missouri District Fair was underway at Cape Girardeau. It has continued annually ever since. October 4, 1944 – First day of the memorable Streetcar World Series between the St. Louis Browns and the St. Louis Cardinals. St. Louis won! October 5, 1944 – The Summersville State Bank was robbed by a lone gunman who got away with $1003. He was arrested the next day at Eminence. October 6, 1990 – Astronaut, Tom Akers, lifted off on the first of his four space shuttle flights. Akers was born in St. Louis and grew up in Eminence, where he was the High School Principal. He graduated from College in Rolla. October 7, 1864 – Confederate General Sterling Price had Jefferson City surrounded on this day but withdrew. October 8, 1914 – Opening day for the Missouri Miners (Missouri S&T University) football team. They have been called the greatest college football team of
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all time. Their record was 9-0 and they scored 567 points that year and allowed opponents only six points total for the year! October 9, 1828 – The St. Louis Jockey Club sponsored an official horse race. The very first one in St. Louis and maybe the first in Missouri. October 10, 1700 – A French missionary, Father Gravier, noted in his journal, “Discovered the river, Mirameguoua, where the rich lead mine is situated, 12 or 13 leagues from its mouth.” Today we refer to that river as the Meramec. “Meramec” (Mirameguoua) is an Osage word meaning “catfish.” October 11, 2014 – A couple in Weldon Spring who were forced out of their new luxury home by an infestation of 4000-5000 brown recluse spiders won a suit for damages because the former owners did not tell them about the spiders. October 12, 1912 – Work began on the Little River Drainage District. This project drained the mosquito-infested marshes of Southeast Missouri and created a huge area of productive
farm land. October 13, 1834 – A road was built connecting the Village of Carondelet to a Meramec River ferry owned by the LeMais family. Today that road is the LeMay Ferry Road. October 14, 1914 – Ben Shepley of Poplar Bluff was boarding with a family in that town when he found out that the lady of the house was his sister. They had been separated in childhood over 40 years earlier. October 15, 1915 – Laclede County teachers were meeting and discussing ways to prevent whispering and notewriting. October 16, 1912 – After starting 35 residential fires in Springfield, the arsonist turned herself in on this day. She was eleven years-old. October 17, 1890 – There was a meeting of students at the University of Missouri for the purpose of organizing a school football team. From this, an arrangement was made with “Washington College” in St. Louis for a game on or about Thanksgiving Day. From this meeting, a committee was also formed to choose some uniforms and try to collect some money to support the team.
October 18, 1863 – The Dallas County Courthouse was burned for the first time. Subsequent facilities were also burned in 1864 and in 1867. October 19, 1985 – Opening day of the Show Me World Series between the Kansas City Royals and the St. Louis Cardinals. October 20, 1894 – The St. Joseph Gazette reported that what they called, “The game of basket ball for the state championship between Kansas City and Springfield teams, resulted in a tie, neither team scoring.” October 21, 1910 – Hugh Armstrong Robinson was back in Neosho visiting his mother. Robinson was the third person ever to fly an airplane, after Orville and Wilbur Wright, who taught him to fly. and He also built the first automobile ever run in Neosho. October 22, 1872 – The teacher, Miss Carrick, showed up for the first day of school in Douglas County and found the seats piled near the school and burning. There was also a note explaining that she was not wanted and only one man there wanted a school at all.
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tor, Mike seconded, motion passed. Old Business Off-site clarification boat stickers/fees – Kerrie addressed the Board to see how much they wanted to invest in continuing with legal channels. It requires survey’s, land title transfer research as to where the first covenant and restriction applied, etc on 11 properties. It was agreed that the board would keep working on a solution, but not to invest time & money into survey’s, etc. Update on sale of misc. Lake Thunderhead property – 1 offer for Ced to update Board, all other existing owners have been contacted. Ced will give Board list of available property. Disc Golf Survey Results and discussion – Survey results: 99 Yes, 114 No, total votes 213. Decided to not go further with project for now. New Restaurant/Bar Survey Results and discussion – Survey results: 122 Yes, 91 No, total votes 213. Board feels there is enough interest to move forward with more details and getting estimates on locations, building costs, etc. Kerrie and several members disagreed with the wording of the survey because without ‘bar’ in description they thought it was misleading, and a new survey should be sent, or even mail a survey to each member as many aren’t computer savvy enough to vote on line. Ced reiterated the survey was a guide for the Board to see if there is enough interest in expanding or revising a restaurant here, which he feels there is based on current survey. Board decided they would go ahead with gathering information and estimated costs, and then put together a survey with more details. New signage around Lake Progress Report – ‘Private Property Members & Guests only’ have been posted at both beach locations. More signs are in production. On the Golf Course sign Rodney is awaiting wording from Kerrie. Restoration of Campground restrooms Update – Plan is underway for September redo including new
plumbing, drop ceiling, partitions & storage closet. Update on Cleanup of Nuisance Properties – Letters were sent to 3 properties. One has made progress in cleaning up property. We can charge the homeowners for yard clean up according to our policy. Rodney will continue to reach out to owners. Discussion of Strategic Plan Committees – Mike Vore is heading up the project to kick off week of September 18. Four Committees are formed and will need 6-8 residents per committee (full time and part time preferred). • Infrastructure Committee • Building & Grounds Committee • Recreation Committee • Office Committee Develop list of projects needed, with a priority so each committee can take to the steering committee to develop a lake wide 5 – 10 year plan. Projects should be ranked by what needs to be done today, tomorrow, or yesterday. This will help this and future Board decide how and best served to budget accordingly. Sheets will be available in office to sign up for committees. Meeting times will be scheduled to accommodate each committee. New Business WCA Annexation of the North Bay – Ced states the Developer would like to get this
done with WCA as soon as possible. Roads (chip/ seal still needed) & utilities are in. The Board has been discussing the sewer. North Bay goes into a current separate DNR approved lagoon and the Board needs to decide to either maintain it, or run a line into our current Segar system. Currently the NB residents pay water to Rural Water, and sewer to developer. Rodney is going to check on fees for licensing and maintaining current lagoon to present to Board. A resident questioned that when they were assessed for the Waste Treatment for 8 years he thought anyone new (as in expanded development) would also have to pay that fee, plus the tap in fee. Rodney will look into, but hadn’t heard of that. SRD will either accept the road as is, or require developer to do more work on them, however that has nothing to do with WCA accepting the addition. A member questioned whether WCA had to take over the sewer and Ced stated according to the covenants & restrictions unless there is something
wrong with the sewer, we couldn’t not take it, and the system is currently DNR approved as working. There was a brief interruption which led to the Board Members reminding those in attendance that this is a working Board Meeting, and they provide opportunity at the opening and the closing of the meeting for input from the audience, but they can’t keep being interrupted for the Board to make motions with questions and concerns. Ced represents the developer, he is not the developer, so he is asking what it will take from the Board to accept North Bay. He suggests to look at Covenants and Restrictions to see what has occurred in the past. Tiffany states we need to set up a billing process. Mike Vore needs some additional information from the DNR as this is the first he’s heard of, regarding costs from DNR for licensing and ensure system can handle 3540 additional houses. Ced said if the developer chose to buy land to the West and develop
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