The VILLAGER at Westlake 61088 - 2026-07

The Villager takes a look back at five semicentennials since 1776 - page 8

Westlake Village HOA, Committees, and Contacts

WESTLAKE VILLAGE HOA BOARD of DIRECTORS

Contact: Email Address: Phone:

President: Julie Nampel: janampel@hotmail.com (920)319-0562

Treasurer: Jim Klinger: milkman50@comcast.net (815)742-5021

Secretary: Donna Heffern: donnaheffern@gmail.com (847)902-0268

Cindy Beyer-Rienhardt: beyerrienhardt@icloud.com (815)988-8982

Dani Saboe: danisaboe@gmail.com (406)437-4200

Office Manager: Gina Mays: WLVemail@comcast.net (815) 335-4007

Westlake Village Committees

Contact Email Phone

Communications Committee - wlvVillager@comcast.net

Petronella Boose ARTopics@yahoo.com (253) 606-1822

Donna Heffern donnaheffern@gmail.com (847) 902-0268

Dana Geigle dana.geigle@gmail.com (254) 383-1597

Nancy Peistrup nancnrich@yahoo.com (815) 335-4067

Susan Weber smweber1983@gmail.com (847) 489-1459

Lake Commission

Michael Lambert jiffyrock@gmail.com (815) 275-3182

Greg Surufka glsurufka@gmail.com (815) 543-1313

LaVerne Weber laverne@gradesolutionsllc.com (847) 489-1457

For information regarding: Pool, Architectural Review and Redbook: Julie Nampel janampel@hotmail.com (920) 319-0562

For information regarding: Finance, Grounds & Maintenance: Jim Klinger milkman50@comcast.net (815) 742-5021

For information regarding: Community Social Events: Donna Heffern donnaheffern@gmail.com (847) 902-0268

For information regarding: Community Center Reservations, Golf Cart Fees, Fishing Buckets & Parking Stickers, HOA Dues and other questions:

Gina Mays (WLV Office) wlvemail@comcast.net (815) 335-4007

Westlake Village Community Center

3677 Westlake Village Drive

Winnebago, IL 61088

815-335-4007 Mon-Wed-

Tue-Thu: 8-2

Every other Saturday: 9:00am-Noon 7/11 & 7/25

OTHER IMPORTANT CONTACTS FOR OUR AREA

Each of the following numbers will take you to recorded options for all emergency or non-emergency issues ~

Pecatonica Sheriff’s Dept. ~ 815-319-6300

Pecatonica Fire Station ~ 815-335-2651

ComEd ~ 800-334-7661

Nicor Gas ~ 888-642-6748

Prairie Path ~ 800-831-2359

Pecatonica Schools ~ 815-239-2550

Township of Pecatonica Supervisor ~ 815-239-1555

Township of Pecatonica Road Commissioner ~ 779-207-9652

Burritt Township Supervisor & Road ~ 815-988-0871

Burritt Township office ~ 815-218-6740

Winnebago County Highway Dept.– (roads) 815-319-4000

Lynx Golf Course ~ 815-335-4031

By Greg Surufka

Westlake Village HOA Board

June 16, 2026

Minutes

Call to Order: 8am

Board of Directors in Attendance –Cindy Beyer-Rienhardt. Jim Klinger, Dani Saboe, Donna Heffern. Excused: Julie Nampel Management Team –

Patrick (Tures and Associates) Gina (Office Manager)

Approval of the Agenda: June 16,2026 agenda was approved via email and posted on HOA website.

Approval of Board Meeting Minutes: May 19ths meeting minutes were approved Via email and posted on the HOA website.

Financial Statements & Reserves:

Checking balance $***** Replacement reserves balance certificate of deposit/money market $*****. (****Please note that WLV Financials are confidential and only available to WLV residents.)

Property Inspection Reports: Dam Reports for June reviewed and approved. Everything looks good.

Office Report:

175 golf carts have been registered. The office was busy with organizing garage sales set up for the community. This month we have black pearl coffee every Tuesday morning for month of June and every other week for taco Tuesday.

Violation Letters & Written Complaints: 7 calls were made in reference to yard maintenance and boats/trailers.

Commissions/Committees/Council:

Architectural Review Committee:

4 new Arc applications approved.

Jim Klinger, John Peterson, Kelly Pospischil, Bob Ruud, Dennis Nampel

Community Center:

Still taking rentals.

Julie Nampel-Board member

Finance:

First internet CD $*** at 5% interest. Live Oaks $***. Cap One account $***. Total $***.

Finance Commission Jim Klinger, Kelly Johnson, John-Paul Rudolph.

Jim Klinger -Board Member

Grounds & Maintenance Commission:

Mulching has been completed. G&O has been adding Sand on the beach. The drinking fountain down at the common area has been repaired and working.

Jim Klinger-Board member

Lake Management:

Still on the schedule for harvesting. Treated the weed in the coves around two weeks ago. Ready to move the excavator into the wetlands to start the dredging soon, weather permitting.

Mike Lambert

Pool Commission:

Pool opened on schedule for the memorial weekend/ beach is currently closed.

Cindy Beyer-Reinhardt

Social/Events-:

Garage sales were June 11th 4-8pm June 12th 9am-5pm June 13th 9am- 3pm. Salvation Army picked up unwanted items on June 13th starting at 3pm. The Food trucks had a good turn out even with the bad weather on Thursday. Scheduled: 4th of July boat parade and WLV Annual Summer Party is July 11th.

Donna Heffern-Board Member

Communications Committee / Villager:

The Communications Committee met on June 15, 2026, at WLV Community Center to review the articles for the upcoming July Villager.

The committee discussed various events coming up in our area this summer, not the least of which is our annual Summer Beach Party, the 4th of July Patriotic Boat Parade and the celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s history.

We are pleased to welcome Dana Geigle to our Communications Committee and look forward to her contribution to the Villager. The next meeting has not yet been scheduled.

The Westlake Communications Team: Petronella Boose, Donna Heffern (Board Member), Nancy Peistrup, and Susan Weber, Dana Geigle.

Welcoming Committee: Still meeting with new residents. Sharon Martin, Sue Lambert.

Old Business:

The Walking Path: The Board still has a few more questions for Belrock, the path is still on the agenda to be completed this year.

New Business:

Blue Book Ballots: Resident inquiry how long are we letting the vote on changes go. Unfortunately to make any changes in the bluebook 2/3rds of the community would have to agree/vote. 175 votes are still needed. Different scenarios on getting the votes were addressed. If regulations cannot be changed, they will have to start being enforced.

Please note that WLV Financials are only available to WLV residents. Obtain a copy at WLV Community Center office or online at: https://www.wlvhoa.com/home.asp or Scan QR Code :

If you do not have access to the website, please call WLV office 815-335-4007 to request a login.

If you are new to Westlake Village and our Welcoming Committee has not reached out to you yet, please let us know! We would love to share the best of our area and give you a welcoming gift! Contact Gina: 815-335-4007

The Villager at Westlake

2026

ElectionsfortheWestlakeBoardofDirectorswilltakeplacea ANNUAL HOA MEETING: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 7PM.

Dick Gorman

3703 Lakeview Drive

I am submitting this bio in consideration of becoming a member of the Westlake Village

I am a retired CPA, having spent most of my career as the CFO of family-owned businesses in the Rockford area. My wife, Cindy, and I moved to Westlake Village in March 2025 from

For much of my career I worked for the family that owned and operated the Hilander Food development/management gives me a relevant perspective on matters that come before

The Villager at Westlake

Cindy Beyer-Rienhardt 3719 Lakeview Dr. Beyerrienhardt@icloud.com

I am Cindy Beyer-Rienhardt and seeking a second, two-year term to serve on the WLV Board.

I moved to Westlake in 2022 and was drawn to the area with its amenities. The sense of community, the water, and golfing are what I still love and want to protect.

I have served on the Grace Lutheran Church council, Bello Reserve Condominium board, as well as the Mauh-Nah-Tee-See CC board of directors.

I am serving on the Pool committee and the board representative for the Lake Committee, as well as the Vice President.

I have owned Hair Etcetera for 40 years and have worked with countless employees, served the public and owned rental properties. My current interests include traveling, golfing and my grandchildren.

HOMES & LIFESTYLE

250 YEARS OFAMERICAN PROGRESS

Five Semicentennials of Lifestyles, Fashions, Transportation, and Conveniences (1776 – 2026)

• Timber-framed or brick homes heated by open fireplaces.

• Life governed strictly by daylight hours & seasons.

• High domestic self-sufficiency (spinning cloth, making soap).

• Men: Knee breeches, waistcoats, linen shifts, tricorne hats.

FASHION

• Women: Rigid stays, structured gowns, petticoats.

• Heavy, handwoven fabrics; laundering was rare.

• Primarily foot, horseback, or private carriage.

MODES OF TRANSPORTATION

INVENTIONS & CONVENIENCES

• Stagecoaches handle long journeys over unpaved trails.

• NY to Philadelphia took a grueling two-day trek.

• The Franklin stove provides localized room heating.

• Illumination via dim tallow candles and whale oil.

• Hand-pumped wells or local springs for daily water.

• Daily Laborer Wage: ~$0.50

• Federal & Greek Revival architecture.

• Cast-iron cookstoves begin replacing the open hearth.

• Emergence of urban-suburban divides as manufacturing grows.

• Men: Transition to full trousers, tailcoats, top hats.

• Women: Softened silhouettes, high-waisted Empire cotton dresses.

• Lighter, commercially spun textiles become accessible.

• Erie Canal opening (1825) transforms inland shipping.

• Early river steamboats rapidly accelerate trade.

• Macadamized turnpikes improve coach travel speeds.

• Friction matches (1826) make firestarting instant.

• Early commercial gas street lighting arrives in cities.

• Mechanical printing presses speed up news delivery.

• Highly decorative Victorian & Italianate homes.

• Dedicated formal spaces (parlors, drawing rooms).

• Mass-produced furniture, carpets, and household decor.

• Men: Dark threepiece suits, bowler hats, pocket watches.

• Women: Rigid corsets, expansive bustles, heavy silk layers.

• Highly restrictive garments signaling social status.

• Transcontinental Railroad (1869) unites the coasts.

• Steam engines dominate passenger and freight logistics.

• Cross-country travel shrinks from months to under a week.

• Alexander Graham Bell patents the telephone (1876).

• The commercial typewriter transforms office work.

• Kerosene lamps replace candles; early indoor plumbing.

• Suburban ranch homes, split-levels, and Craftsman bungalows.

• Decor: Earth tones, shag carpeting, wood paneling.

• Nuclear family structure centered around the automobile.

• 1920s: Droppedwaist flapper dresses; casual softcollar shirts.

• 1970s: Synthetic polyester leisure suits, bell-bottoms, platforms.

• Expressive, youthdriven trends and casual workwear.

• Henry Ford’s Model T democratizes automobile ownership.

• Interstate Highway System connects suburban landscapes.

• Commercial aviation opens travel to the middle class.

• Domestic electricity standard; radios command living rooms.

• Refrigerators, vacuums, and washing machines ease labor.

• Microwaves and color television become universal staples. Personal in-home computers.

• Open-concept layouts featuring dedicated home offices.

• Emphasis on energy efficiency and smart technology.

• Hyper-connected, flexible, and hybrid home-work spaces.

• Rise of "athleisure" (hoodie s, leggings, technical sneakers).

• Minimalist, comfort-first, and highly individualized apparel.

• Fast fashion mixed with algorithm-driven vintage trends.

• Mainstream adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) & hybrids.

• In-car autonomous driver assistance & navigation screens.

• App-based ridesharing replaces traditional urban taxis.

• Smartphones act as the portable command hub for life.

• Smart-home automation (voicecontrolled lights, climate).

• Generative Artificial Intelligence and cloud computing.

ECONOMICS & PRICES

• Pound of Flour: ~$0.02

• Riding Horse: ~$40.00

• Daily Laborer Wage: ~$0.75 –$1.00

• Gallon of Milk: ~$0.10

• Modest House Build: ~$300.00

• Daily Laborer Wage: ~$1.50 –$2.00

• Pound of Butter: ~$0.24

• Suburban Victorian: ~$2,500

• Avg. Annual Income: ~$1,300 (1926)

• New Ford Model T: ~$360

• Median Home (1976): ~$43,400

• Median Household Income: ~$80,000

• Average New Car: ~$47,000

• Median Home Price: >$400,000

Line up behind Lead Boat begins at 7:45 8PM Travel COUNTER CLOCKWISE around WESTLAKE.

Spectators: The boaters would love to see all of you on the shores of Westlake cheering them on and encouraging a horn honk or two from them! The boats will make one lap (or possibly two) around Westlake.

s not a contest just pure community fun for all participants & spectators!

Second Act Sweets

12 to 6 pm

Serving up favorite Summertime treats! Water Slides: 1 to 5 pm (Stateline Bounce Houses) Foam Party 4 - 6 pm (Down at the Beach) Served between 4:30 to 6:00 PM Come enjoy dinner

The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife

by Anna Johnston

“Anna Johnston has created a wonderfully diverse cast of funny, flawed, and completely relatable characters, and she tells their stories with humor, honesty, and compassion. Fred is one of life’s unsung heroes a loveable rogue with a big heart for whom kindness towards others comes as naturally as breathing and I was rooting for him from the start. It was an absolute joy to follow him on his poignant, hilarious and at times precarious journey to find the happy ending that he so richly deserved. What a glorious story, I absolutely loved it!” - Ruth Hogan, bestselling author of The Keeper of Lost Things

The WLV Bookworms Meet: WLV Community Center: 3677 Westlake Village Dr. Next meeting: JULY 9, 2026 2:00 PM New members are always welcome! Please RSVP : Joleen Petit: 779-537-0814 Please come even if you haven’t read the book. Bring your own beverage.

If you are going to overthink... Then overthink the positives. Overthink the best outcome.

Overthink how good this life could be!

Overthink how peaceful it would feelIf things slowly, quietly, worked out.

The mind has a habit... It leans toward fear, It replays the past, It worries about a future that hasn’t arrived. We imagine the worst case scenarios, We revisit old mistakes, We carry tomorrow’s weight before it is real. But, what if ...

The mind is gently turned in another direction?

Let this be your intention... Overthink the positives!

Golfers -

Monday-Thursday ~ $25/$37 w/cart

Friday-Sunday ~ $27/$47 w/cart For Clubhouse or Text: 815-335-4031 TO SET UP TEE TIMES: 815-218-6661

PIETHETEACHER!

Pecatonica Elementary School had their annual Pie the Teacher event on May 28, 2026!

See what happens when grade school kids get in the face of their teachers in this hilarious video!

Scan this QR Code to watch on YouTube (or go to web address:) https://www.pecschools.com/article/2942507

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The Villager at Westlake July, 2026

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At the end of every sports season,thehead coaches from all the member schools within a specific sport or division meet to voteonthebestplayersintheleague.

The Honors: Student-athletes who receive the highest number of votes are named to theFirst Team All-Conference. Thenext tier receives Second Team honors, and standout players who just missed the cut receive an Honorable Mention. AllConference teams are awarded separately foreachdivision.

The WLV Villager publishes these lists, because it is a major point of pride for our local schools, families, and communities, recognizing the hard work and elite talent in our community. Congratulations to

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07/06/2026 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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815-239-2616

https://pecatonicalibrary.org/

SOMETHING YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU GO…

07/16/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Quilter’s Swap Quilters - Every other Thursday

Historical Society Work Day Historical Society meets for four hours every Monday at 4:00 PM and every Thursday at 1:00 PM

07/20/2026 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Quilters Group For Quilters drop in at your convenience.

07/09/2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Historical Society Coffee and Conversation: with Brad Keyes: Classroom for Seniors

07/09/2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Bunco

07/11/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Dinosaur Dimensions Animatronics

Join in the fun!

We are being visited by a collection of four animatronic dinosaur puppets who will have a fun storyline. One-on-one meet and greet with the dinosaurs after the show!

07/16/2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Dino Slime Join us as we make dinosaur slime that you will get to take home with you!

07/18/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Paws to Read

7/24/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Scales, Feathers and Fossils End of Summer Reading Party The Villager at

July 9, 2026, 10:30 AM

Pecatonica Public Library

400 W 11th St

Meet Brad and learn about the class topics Offered and where to attend them. The Stonewall Stitchers will share highlights of their accomplishments

We've loved watching the farmers market grow! Check it out and support your local community! You'll find delicious sourdough breads, tallow lotions, microgreens, herbal tea, freshly baked scones, cookies, plants, soaps, home goods & more!

The Villager at Westlake July, 2026

SOMETHING YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

07/04/2026 8:45 PM WLV Patriotic Boat Parade Westlake@ Winnebago Join in the boat line-up at the North end of the lake or watch from the shoreline.

07/11/2026 To be announced WLV Annual Beach Party

Westlake Community Center Waterslide, Foam party, BarBQ and more! Get there early stay late! Bring the whole family & Have fun!

1st St (Enter through Gate One) National Night Out aims at building relationships with first responders and the community. Fun & Food! 08/09/2026 7:00 AM -

Winnebago High School Winnebago, IL

All Funds Raised to support a scholarship for the WHS Class of 2027 pursuing a hands-on career.

Lookforourveryown WestlakeVillage Residents: JulieSmith and KenStein performinginthe FreeportConcertBand!

The venue: Koenig Bandshell Krape Park 1799 S. Park Blvd. Freeport, IL

Indoor concertsdue to bad weatherwill be held at Jennette Lloyd Theatre 701 W. Empire St. Freeport, IL.

SOMETHING YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

07/01/2026 Now thru July Summer Reading Program Pick up your reading logs today! Prizes! All ages!

07/02/2026 10:30 AM Make & Take a Clay Leaf Dish

07/02/2026

07/16/2026

1:00 - 3:30PM 1:00 - 3:30PM Card Club

07/06/2026 2:00 - 8:00PM Quilt Club

Each person will be provided paint & brush to paint at home. Free, all supplies provided.

Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday each month, in Community Room. Free to join and play!

Bring your own machine or handwork and projects! Stop in when it's convenient for you.

07/07/2026 10:30AM Native Plant Program Native Plant Program with Alan Branhagen

07/08/2026 10:30 AM 4H Presents: “It Starts with a Seed”

07/09/2026 10:30 AM Adult Workshop Call Winnebago Library for details

07/09/2026 6:00 PM Puzzle Race

07/10/2026 07/17/2026 10:30 AM-12:30PM Ready, Set, Grow! Activities for Ages Birth to 8 - Prize drawing on the 17th

07/13/2026 6:30 PM Book Club

07/14/2026 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Blood Drive

July’s selection is The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston

07/15/2026 10:30 AM Storytime ...with Andy the Armadillo from Texas Roadhouse.

07/15/2026 07/22/2026 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Watercolor Lounge Call Library for more details 815-335-7050

07/19/2026 8:30AM Garden Walk

Advance Tickets: $5.00 at Winnebago Library, at the door at any garden or at Library $7.00. Call Library 815-335-7050 or Cindy 815-985-3601

07/22/2026 10:00 AM Reading with Roxy! Registration Required call Library 815-335-7050

07/24/2026 10:00 - 11:30 AM Readings for the Rookery! AT SEVERSON DELLS call 815-335-7050 for detail

Turning 65?

I’m here to help. Call me to learn more about your Medicare options.

Odis Thomas (815)222-7603 (TTY:711) 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Mon.-Fri. A licensed agent will answer your call. OdisThomas@aol.com

June 25, 2026