1. With a quorum present, President Buttimer called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. in the Clubhouse.

2. Executive Session: Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing several personal, personnel, contractual and legal matters at 8:02 a.m. Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 10:05 a.m.

Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:08 a.m.

3. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Klabo, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda as submitted.

4. Approval of the Minutes of December 3, 2005.
Motion by Rucker, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of December 3, 2005.

5. Report from Orange County District 5 Supervisor: No report.

6. Report from Orange County Sheriff's Office:
Sheriff Feldman reported that for the month of December, there were 4027 calls for service in Orange County, totaling 23,471 for the year. There were 53 calls from LOW, for a total of 650 for the year. There were 82 warrants issued, 864 for the year. There were 880 civil papers served, for a total of 11,728 for the year; in LOW, 57 civil papers were served totaling 880 for the year. There were 27 transports, 441 for the year. One hundred eighty-eight traffic summonses were issued, for a total of 1,426 in 2005.

Sheriff Feldman reported a quiet month of December. On December 27th, there was an attempted arson in LOW at a construction site, resulting in $4000 worth of damage. The VA State police are investigating. There have been no arrests yet in the break-in at the LOW Stables. On January 5 of this year, a Stafford man was arrested at LOW by the county drug task force.

7. Report from Chief of Security:
Chief George Dodson reported that during the month of December, there were seven motorist assists, 17 animal complaints (mostly dogs at-large) with two summonses issued, six vandalism cases, two thefts, nine domestic disputes, two auto accidents (none serious), four 911 hang-ups, and seven house alarm calls. Of concern was the unusually large number of thefts of holiday yard decorations, and of multiple decorations inside the Clubhouse. Ninety-one traffic summonses were issued for the month.

8. Report from LOW Fire & Rescue:
Mr. Vic Larson reported that during November, the latest month for which statistics are available, there were 85 calls to Rescue, 43 of which were from LOW; there were 38 calls to the Fire Department, 11 of which were MVA's, and 11 others requests to assist Rescue. Groundbreaking has taken place for the new Firehouse. Orange County will start billing insurance companies for ambulance services. Fire & Rescue raised $188k in 2005 during their fund drive, which includes the recent $25k donation from Tricord Builders. The donations from LOW residents amounted to $137k, which represents 37% of LOW households. He thanked members for their support.

9. Reports of Officers:
President Buttimer reported that during Executive Session several items were discussed, and as usual, no votes were taken.
Motion by Burnett, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to bar David Thorsted from driving in LOW until his fines are paid in full.

Motion by Burnett, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Ann McDaniel for a period of three months.
Motion by Burnett, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to place Elizabeth Kovach on probation for three months.

Motion by Burnett, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Jimmy Parker for a period of one year, to begin after Mr. Parker provides proof of a valid driver's license.

Motion by Burnett, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of William Parrish for a period of 3 months, to begin after he provides proof of a valid driver's license.

Motion by Burnett, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Jesse Robinson for a period of one year, to begin after Mr. Robinson obtains a valid driver's license.

Motion by Burnett, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Caroline Wells-Blevins for an additional three months, until June of 2006.

President Buttimer reported on the progress being made on renovations at the Clubhouse, and the Community Center at Sweetbriar Park. The lower level drain work on the dam has been completed.

The Soil and Water Conservation Board (SWCB) has issued a Notice of Intent of Regulatory Action (NOIRA), with a public comment period open till February 24, to consider dam regulation changes. The LOWA website offers a direct link for members who want to review the NOIRA. On January 20, LOWA will be meeting with the SWCB. LOWA is still working with Dewberry and Davis on alternative dam modification plans. As the regulatory process develops, a deferment of any final decision for dam modifications by the SWCB is preferred by the Board.

It may be March before there is a public hearing on the Master Plan. On January 19 the Board will discuss amendments and modifications to the 2006/07 budget at their workshop, with final considerations made at the February Board meeting.

Motion by Rogers, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to approve the following committee personnel changes: (D-06-01)

Treasurer Klabo's report is attached as (D-06-02).
Mr. Klabo noted that there was a positive variance in the Operating Budget of $32k, year-to-date.

10. Report of General Manager:
Mr. John Bailey reported that there will be a public hearing at 7:30 pm on January 17 in Orange at the Gordon Building to hear comments on granting a special use permit and rezoning of 41 acres at the intersection of Rtes 20/601 for commercial and residential development. The plan was not approved by the OC Planning Commission. Information on the environmental impact such a development could have on our lake and community has been requested from Newhouse and James, the developer.

The GM has been in discussions with Adelphia Cable to consider installation of a camera and call-box system at the back gate. DSL is not available now. The type of entry problems we have at the back gate could be better resolved with a new video live-feed system.

Assistant GM Bob Popowicz reported that the roof is scheduled for installation on the new Community Center next week. Planned renovations for the Clubhouse are underway. Improperly installed wall systems are being remedied and roof trusses are being reconfigured. Carpeting in the President's room is being replaced, and the front wall of the Clubhouse is getting a new wall and deck bracing system.

Mr. Bailey reported he had a tour recently of several areas of the Clubhouse that demonstrated faulty reconstruction at the time of prior repairs; these are all being addressed and fixable. Scheduled repairs will meet the timeline set at no additional cost.

There will be roll-out meetings for the new LOWA employee 401(k) retirement plan. He thanked the Garden Club, Clubhouse Committee, Clubhouse staff and Maintenance for all their help during the holidays.

11. Report of Legal Counsel: Mr. Wilkinson had no report.

12. Committee Reports: No reports.

13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business.

14. NEW BUSINESS

14.1 Consideration of Fiscal Year 2006 Budget.
Motion by Klabo, second by Burnett, to adopt the Budget for Fiscal Year 2006 as recommended.
Motion by Rogers, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to amend the budget by moving $52,000 from the Road Reserves to the Road Cost Center to cover the tar and chip planned for 2006.
Motion by Klabo, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to table the adoption of the budget until the February, 2006 Board of Directors meeting.

14.2 Consideration of Extending Contract with McGuire Woods Consulting for Assistance Regarding Dam Issues. (D-06-03)
Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to extend the contract with McGuire Woods Consulting until the end of February, 2006, at a cost not to exceed $7,000, to be funded from the Dam Reserve.

14.3 Consideration of Next Actions Regarding The Woods Center. (D-06-04)
Motion by Thoms, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to authorize the General Manager to direct MWT Architecture to finalize the plans for the Woods Center, to pursue the permitting process, and to take the necessary steps to pre-qualify bidders for the project.

14.4 Consideration of Purchase of Materials & Equipment for the Community Center. (D-06-05)
Motion by Burnett, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to direct the General Manager to proceed with the purchase of materials and equipment needed to outfit the Community Center in an amount not to exceed $55,000, monies to come from the Unrestricted Reserve.

14.5 Consideration of Changes to the Lake Users Committee Charter. (D-06-06)
Motion by Rogers, second by Burnett, to approve the changes to the Lake Users Committee Charter.
Motion by Thoms, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to amend the second sentence of Section V: Reports To: to read "A verbal report will be given quarterly…" instead of "shall"; and, to delete any reference to the word "rules" as it relates to the governing documents and retain the terms "restrictive covenants" and "regulations".

Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to amend the Charter to delete the last sentence of Section VI., which states "No new or replacement capital requests will be approved by the BOD until they are in the Master Plan."
Vote on original motion as amended, unanimous.

14.6 Consideration of Changes to the Pool Committee Charter. (D-06-07)
Motion by Rogers, second by Dynes, to approve the changes to the Pool Committee Charter as submitted by the Pools Committee.
Motion by Thoms, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to amend the Charter to delete any reference to the term "rules" as it relates to the governing documents and retain the terms "restrictive covenants" and "regulations".

Motion by Dynes, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to amend the Charter to delete the last sentence of Paragraph VI.6. which reads "No new or replacement capital requests will be approved by the BOD until they are in the Master Plan."
Vote on original motion as amended was unanimous.

14.7 Consideration of Changes to the Legal and Compliance Committee Charter. (D-06-08)
Motion by Rogers, second by Burnett, to approve the changes to the Legal and Compliance Committee Charter.

Motion by Thoms, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to delete the word "may" from the second sentence in Section V. Reports to: and substitute the word "will" so the sentence will read "Verbal reports will be made at the Board of Directors meetings"; and, to delete the word "rules" as it relates to the governing documents and retain the terms "restrictive covenants" and "regulations."
Vote on the original motion as amended was unanimous.

15. Scheduled Meetings:
Regular Board Workshop, Thursday, January 19, 2006 at 2:00 p.m., in the Holcomb Building Conference Room

16. Member Comments:
Members gave comments on the following: a suggestion that members who will benefit from a skateboard park should be asked to front a good faith deposit as was required when a new indoor pool complex was being considered; a request to rescind the $100k proposed addition to the Dam Reserve in the 2006 budget as current reserves seem adequate; a recommendation to hold the ceiling on cost of living increases and terminate the Snackbar staff temporarily while the new Woods Center is under construction; a comment that the Orange public hearing on January 17 conflicts with the Civic Club meeting, and that the Club will cancel their meeting if possible so residents can attend the public hearing; a compliment to LOW parents and children on the orderly loading and unloading at the school bus stop locations; a member who felt that the Board showed little foresight in planning for contingencies relative to current amenities outside of the cost of planning for new ones; a separate request to delete the assessment for the Dam Reserves, honor the COLA's, but not experiment with a breakfast/lunch schedule at the Clubhouse while the Snackbar is closed for construction; a comment on the unfortunate theft of many indoor and outdoor holiday decorations from the Clubhouse, and a request that they be returned; and a reminder from the Youth Committee Chair that there is no full scale skateboard park planned at this time, only the trial of a small pilot park to gauge interest in, and viability of, such a facility.
One member thanked the community for their outpouring of personal and financial support for Bob Kelson and his family during his current illness.

17. Adjournment:
Motion by Rucker, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 12:15 pm.

Ken Burnett
LOWA Secretary

LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
February 4, 2006
10:00 a.m., Clubhouse

1. With a quorum present, President Buttimer called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. in the Clubhouse.

2. Executive Session: Motion by Rucker, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing several personal, personnel, contractual and legal matters at 8:01 a.m. Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 9:55 a.m.

Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:04 a.m.

3. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Klabo, second by Rogers, to approve the Agenda as submitted. Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to amend the Agenda to delete Items 13.2 and 13.3, which were deferred to the April 1, 2006 Board meeting. Original motion as amended passed unanimously.

4. Approval of the Minutes of January 7, 2006.
Motion by Rucker, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of January 7, 2006.

5. Report from Orange County District 5 Supervisor:
Mr. Rich Wallace reported that the County Board approved the purchase of four digital mobile video recording devices, paid for by a technology grant. VDOT has reported their study indicates there is no justification for lowering the speed limit on Route 3. He has sent letters to our VA Delegate and Senator requesting their intervention in this matter.

The Board passed an ordinance in December giving the OC Treasurer the authority to issue a supplemental personal property tax bill, to recapture the $387k in lost revenue to the County following the cap put on personal property tax relief by the State. He encouraged residents to call their Delegate and Senator and ask them to support full funding of the Personal Property Relief Act of 1998.

The County has received a $50k grant from the Department of Environmental Quality to help pay for a water supply plan for Orange County.
The Orange County Board held their re-organization meeting on January 3. Mark Johnson was appointed Chairman and Sonny Dodson Vice-Chairman.
The public hearing on the special use permit and rezoning application of Newhouse & James for a development adjacent to LOW has been rescheduled for February 28 at 7:30 p.m.

Board of Supervisor priorities for this year include solid waste management, a future water resource plan, County building maintenance, updating of zoning and planning ordinances to conform with the Comprehensive Plan, improvements in county government efficiencies, and better communications with our citizens. Work continues on completing the County wireless project and recruiting and retaining EMS volunteers.
A copy of the Orange County FY 2004/05 Financial Report is now available through the LOWA General Manager for review.

6. Report from Orange County Sheriff's Office:
Mr. John Bailey gave the Sheriff's report in the absence of Sheriff Feldman.

Calls for service in January were 2232; warrants issued 82, civil papers 895, transports 27 and traffic summonses 225. In LOW there were 12 calls for service and 79 civil paper were served. The office is waiting on the return of evidence studies for further action on solving the break-ins at the Stables and at the LOW Church cabins.

In traffic operations performed on January 27/28 along the Route 3 corridor, there were 24 traffic stops with 15 summonses issued. On January 25, a traffic stop led to the discovery of stolen firearms following multiple subsequent investigations. Several warrants were issued in this case.

7. Report from Chief of Security:
Mr. George Dodson reported that in the month of January there were 70 complaints received and 41 summonses issued. There were 16 animal complaints, resulting in five summonses. Vandalism was reported to the Campgrounds laundry room and exercise room. The Hollyfield park light control box was broken into several times. There were two incidents of skateboarding at the Clubhouse area. There were 7 welfare checks, 8 motorist assists, two 911 hang-ups, two domestic disputes, soliciting in Section 1, a chimney fire in Section 5, trees and cable lines down due to storm, one automobile accident with no injuries, and three house alarms.

8. Report from LOW Fire & Rescue:
Mr. Hank Altman reported for LOW Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc. that there was a total of 103 Rescue calls in December, 52 inside LOW. There were 1102 total calls to Rescue in 2005, down 276 from 2004. The reduction in calls remains unaccounted for, but Orange County now has more paid staff, and this may account for some of the difference.

Fire Department calls in 2005 were higher than in 2004. This may be partly due to Fire Department staff with EMT training taking Rescue calls when Rescue is not available. The Fire Department answered 56 calls in December, and total in 2005 were 411 compared to 305 in 2004.
The building contractor expects to start clearing the site for the new Firehouse this month. The Garden Club has received a $2k grant to help pay for landscaping. The 2005 fund drive receipt total has been revised to $189,689.

9. Reports of Officers:
President Buttimer reported that during Executive Session several items were discussed, and as usual, no votes were taken.

Motion by Thoms, second by Klabo, passed unanimously, to bar the following individuals from driving in LOW until their fines are paid in full: Kimberli Kleiss, Mark Rossil, Steven Ruby and Paula Stryker.

Motion by Thoms, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Josafat Morales and Agustin Santiago for a period of three months, suspension to begin after they provide proof of a valid driver's license.

Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Mary Lane, Tracey Phillips and Cristian Rodriguez for three months.
Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to place Cornelius Haakman on probation for three months.

President Buttimer gave the members an update on the dam negotiations with the Soil and Water Conservation Board (SWCB). LOWA did not get a judgment of deferral from the SWCB at their January 20 meeting, and further comment from SWCB was deferred to their March 16 meeting. The SWCB has opened up a review of standards and regulatory process that is ongoing. There will be a public hearing on February 9 in Charlottesville and LOWA will attend.

The Board is still investigating ways for members who want a payment plan for their assessments to make periodic payments instead of in one lump sum.
The Clubhouse will open again next Wednesday. This is later than planned due to additional work that needed to be done that was not obvious prior to starting renovations.

Motion by Rogers, second by Klabo, passed unanimously, to approve the following committee personnel changes: (D-06-09)

Treasurer Klabo's report is attached as (D-06-10).

10. Report of General Manager:
Mr. Bailey reported that much of his time this past month has been spent on issues involving the main dam. Letters were sent out to all Class I and Class II dam owners, detailing the NOIRA, but good communication on date, time and place of public hearings on the issue has not been forthcoming from the State. There are 283 dams in VA that meet the Class I and II specifications, and we have had to be diligent in getting good and timely dam regulatory meeting information to them.
He announced that July 1, 2006 will be our Fourth of July Celebration and fireworks display this year.

Mr. Bob Popowicz, Assistant General Manager, reported that the Community Center is now under roof and on schedule to open in April. Most structural items are complete.

The Great Hall and Presidents' Room renovations in the Clubhouse have been completed. The Sports Lounge renovations are not yet complete; delays have been experienced due to inadequate support construction and lack of weatherproofing found inside the walls and roofing. This could be completed by the first week of March.

11. Report of Legal Counsel: Mr. Wilkinson had no report.

12. Committee Reports:
Susan McDaniel of the Clubhouse Committee reported that on February 8 the main dining area will reopen. February 11 will be the Valentine's Day Dinner Dance, and dancing will be available for those who do not want to make dinner reservations. During mid-March, a special week of menus will be offered to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Susan relayed to the Board the recommendation of the Committee that any new skateboard park not be located in the Clubhouse area for security reasons.
Karen O'Donnell of the Youth Activities Committee reported that they are working on creating an e-mail network for parents of kids to provide quick information on activities. The initial mailing is planned for February. The Committee is working on highlighting the achievements of children in LOW in the Lake Currents.

Information can be sent to youthinfo@adelphia.net. They are considering changes to Teen Center rules, necessitated by the new Community Center. Skateboard Park issues are also being addressed, with a presentation to the Planning Committee in the near future.

13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

13.1 Consideration of Fiscal Year 2006 Budget. (D-06-11)
Motion by Klabo, second by Dynes, to approve the Budget for Fiscal Year 2006.

Proposed Budget Amendment Items:
1. Consideration of increasing the Nursery School Fee.
Motion by Rucker, second by Rogers, that the General Manager be requested to work with the preschool representatives to develop a five-year plan for staged increases in the annual fee for use of space in the new Community Center. In the near term, a modest increase for this fall school year could be implemented with an increase in the monthly fee charged to outsiders, which is now the same as for LOW residents.

Motion by Rucker, second by Rogers, to revise the motion to specifically raise the Nursery School fee from $1350 to $2000, starting in the fall of 2006.
Motion by Dynes, second by Klabo, to amend the motion to increase the Nursery School fee by $135, which is a 10% increase.

Vote on the amendment to the revised motion: Yea: Dynes, Klabo and Rogers. Nay: Thoms and Rucker. The motion passed.
Vote on the original motion as amended. Yea: Dynes, Klabo and Rogers. Nay: Thoms and Rucker. The motion passed.

2. Consideration of reducing the proposed increase in the RV storage fees.
Motion by Klabo, second by Thoms, to reduce the recommended increase in the RV storage fee by one-half, for a final fee set at $235. Vote: Yea: Thoms, Klabo and Dynes. Nay: Rucker and Rogers. President Buttimer exercised his voting privileges to cast a vote against the motion, resulting in a tie. The motion failed.

3. Consideration of Increasing the Tennis fee to $50.
Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to increase the tennis fee to $50.

4. Consideration of Increasing the Exercise Room fee to $50.
Motion by Rogers, second by Thoms, to increase the exercise room fee to $50.
Vote: Yea: Thoms, Rogers, Dynes and Rucker. Nay: Klabo. Motion passed.

5. Consideration of Snack Bar Revenue/Expenses and Staff Payroll.
Motion by Thoms, second by Dynes, to eliminate the funding for breakfast and lunch service at the Clubhouse during construction of the Woods Center, and to retain the services of the two full-time employees during this time and use their hours to provide limited food and beverage service at the Golf Course in whatever temporary facility can be provided. Vote: Nay: Unanimous. Motion failed.

Motion by Rucker, second by Thoms, to remove all Snack Bar revenue and expenses from the Clubhouse budget, and adjust for unemployment expense. Vote: Yea: Rucker. Nay: Thoms, Dynes, Klabo and Rogers. Motion failed.

Motion by Rogers, second by Dynes, to remove the Snack Bar budgeted income and expenses, minus full-time payroll, for the months of November and December, 2006, and January 2007, from the Clubhouse budget. Vote: Nay: Rucker. Yea: Thoms, Rogers, Dynes and Klabo. Motion passed.

6. Consideration of Eliminating the Contribution to the Dam Reserve.
Motion by Thoms, second by Klabo, to eliminate the contribution to the Dam Reserve in the amount of $100,000. Motion failed unanimously.

7. Consideration of Adjustments to Road Fees.
Motion by Rogers, second by Thoms, to eliminate the rule regarding 3300 square feet, and increase road fees. The fees for construction over 3300 sq ft will be the same as those for under 3300, creating one fee for new construction. New additions will be $1.40 per square foot up to 120 square feet. This has no impact on the assessment. Vote: Yea: Thoms, Dynes, Klabo and Rogers. Nay: Rucker. Motion passed.

8. Consideration of Sale of LOWA Residential Lots.
Motion by Rucker, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to authorize the General Manager to advertise for sale the following numbered residential lots, and the funds from the sale of these lots be placed in the New Capital Reserve: Lot 399/Sect 11; Lot 354/Sect 11; Lot 55/Sect 14, and Lot 347/Sect 13.

9. Consideration of Increasing Maintenance Revenues.
Motion by Klabo, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to increase Maintenance Revenues by $4,396 through Cost Center Transfers previously overlooked.

10. Consideration of Community Center Cleaning Deposit Fee.
Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to change the Community Center fee schedule to read that clubs and organizations will pay a cleaning deposit of $100, and drop the word "yearly."

11. Consideration of Decrease in Community Center Multipurpose Room Rental Fee.
Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to decrease the Community Center Multipurpose Room rental fees to $50 an hour, instead of the proposed $100 per hour.

12. Consideration of Establishing a Commercial Rental Rate for the Community Center.
Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, to add a category to the Community Center Fee Schedule that provides for a "For Commercial Use" rental rate that is 50% more than the member hourly rate. Vote: Nay: Klabo. Yea: Rogers, Dynes, Thoms and Rucker. Motion passed.

13. Consideration of Addition of Comment to the Fee Schedule.
Motion by Rogers, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to add the following comment to the fee schedule: "For marketing purposes, Cost Center Managers, with the approval of the General Manager, may on occasion alter the non-annual fees."

14. Consideration of Restoring Line Item to Boat Registration Fees.
Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, to restore the line item on the boat registration fees on boats up to 10 hp to be $50. Vote: Yea: Dynes. Nay: Thoms, Rogers, Klabo and Rucker. Motion failed.

Vote on original motion to approve the Budget for Fiscal Year 2006, which proposes a per lot assessment of $930, passed unanimously.

14. NEW BUSINESS

14.1 Consideration of Acquisition of Trailer from Meadows Farms. (D-06-12)
Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to authorize the General Manager to acquire a trailer from Meadows Farms Golf Course, and to approve funding from the Unrestricted Reserves in an amount not to exceed $4,000.

15. Scheduled Meetings:
Regular Board Workshop, Thursday, February 16, 2006 at 2:00 p.m., in the lower level of the Clubhouse. Agenda: Land Use Study and paving of Lakeview Parkway to include walking paths.
Regular Board Meeting, Saturday, March 4, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. in the lower level of the Clubhouse
Regular Board Workshop, Wednesday, March 15, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Clubhouse. Agenda: Master Plan.

16. Member Comments:
Member comments were heard on the following: a comment that we have an $8 million budget and the Board was only able to cut 1% off of that before finalizing it, which does not seem significant enough; an appeal to members to pay attention to how their money is being spent, since there are so many external expenses residents are going to be saddled with by local governments and market forces they cannot control; a comment that because assessments were kept artificially low in the past, we must now reasonably fund the repairs and replacements to our infrastructure; and a request that the Board use member funds wisely and budget as if it was their own money.

17. Adjournment: Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 1:03 p.m.

Eldon Rucker
Acting LOWA Secretary

LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
March 4, 2006
10:00 a.m., Clubhouse

1. With a quorum present, President Buttimer called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. in the Clubhouse.

2. Executive Session: Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing several personal, personnel, contractual and legal matters at 8:01 a.m. Motion by Rucker, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 9:45 a.m.

Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:00 a.m.

Millie Davis of the LOW Lioness club, announced that in lieu of making free flu shots available to the community this year due to the continued low stocks of serum, the Lioness club was making a donation to LOWA for the purpose of purchasing a defibrillator. Mr. Buttimer accepted the check on behalf of LOWA.

3. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to approve the Agenda as submitted with the addition of Item 14.9: Consideration of Rescinding the motion to sell four LOWA-owned lots that was approved at the February 4, 2006 Board meeting.

4. Approval of the Minutes of February 4, 2006.
Motion by Rucker, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of February 4, 2006.

5. Report from Orange County District 5 Supervisor:
Mr. Rich Wallace reported the rezoning application of Newhouse & James for a 49-unit housing development at Rtes 20 and 611 was tabled by the BoS pending completion of the Orange County Comprehensive Plan. The BoS will hold a public hearing on an ordinance that would authorize a central absentee voting precinct which will allow electronic absentee balloting and centralize the processing of absentee paper ballots.

Recent statistics show that the population of Orange County has grown 13.1% since April of 2000.

The Senate Finance Committee has approved the comprehensive telecommunications tax legislation bill, which will replace current local utility taxes with a statewide 911 fee and 5% communications sales and use tax, levied on all communications regardless of technology.

Cliff Wolfe, LOW resident who has served for 14 years on the Airport Commission, will be receiving a resolution of appreciation for his service to Orange County.
Mr. David Hickey, President of Blue Ridge Mass Appraisal Company, was introduced to those present, and gave the group a short summary presentation on details of the purpose and procedures that will be followed during the current re-evaluation of real estate in Orange County. He will be giving a more detailed presentation at the Civic Club meeting on April 18.

6. Report from Orange County Sheriff's Office:
Officer Mark Engels, Chief Deputy, gave the report in the absence of Sheriff Feldman.
During the month of February, there were 1807 calls for service in Orange County, totaling 4039 for the year; there were 12 calls for service from LOW, 24 so far this year. He reported 55 warrants were issued, 819 civil papers served, 16 transports and 217 traffic summonses. In LOW, there were 72 civil papers served for a total of 151 for the year.
The Sheriff's Department is continuing to run radar checks on Route 3, which has resulted in a number of drug arrests.

7. Report from Chief of Security:
Mr. George Dodson reported that in the month of February there were 48 summonses issued, and five more for miscellaneous violations. There were 17 animal complaints filed, 9 for dogs running at large and another 8 for barking dogs. Several homes were vandalized on Westover Parkway, which are still being investigated. There were 6 welfare checks, 9 house alarms, 4 motorist assists, 2 domestic disputes, 1 noise complaint and two automobile accidents, none serious. Several more complaints were made of youth skateboarding at the Clubhouse area. Two thefts of yard materials were reported.

8. Report from LOW Fire & Rescue:
Reporting for Vic Larsen this week, Mr. Joseph Argenzio thanked the community for their generous support of F&R during their 2005 fund drive. He noted that loan negotiations for the new firehouse construction are still ongoing. The building site has
been cleared, but residents are assured the landscaping will be replaced following the completion of construction.

9. Reports of Officers:
President Buttimer reported that during Executive Session several items were discussed, and as usual, no votes were taken.
Motion by Thoms, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to bar the following individuals from driving in LOW until their fines are paid in full: Mary Capasso, Peggy Clements, Steven Flemons, Danielle Godinez, Trace Marshall, Anthony Rivera, Silverado Groundscapes and Randy White.
Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to place Azad Arani on probation for a period of three months.
Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Richard Humphrey, Steven Paris and Ernest Tacket for a period of three months.
Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Patrick Day until he can provide proof of a valid driver's license.
Motion by Thoms, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of George Kerrigan for a period of six months.
Motion by Thoms, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of an unnamed juvenile for an additional year, and direct that Association counsel take the case to the Orange County Circuit Court.
Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to place Michael Melcho on probation for a period of three months.
Motion by Thoms, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Jade Marinovich and Tamika Morefield, until such time as they can provide proof of a valid driver's license.

President Buttimer reported that the public comment period for the regulatory process relative to the dam is now closed. The state will be putting together a Technical Advisory Committee to help write the regulations, and Mr. Peter Rainey from LOW will sit on this committee. On March 16 the Soil and Water Conservation Board will meet once again to consider our longstanding request to defer dam modifications until such time as the regulatory process runs its course.
The repaving of Lakeview Parkway was discussed at the last Board Workshop. Three foot wide shoulders will be installed on both sides of Lakeview Parkway, with tar and chip surfacing. This was approved in the budget.

Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to approve the following committee personnel changes: (D-06-13)

Treasurer Klabo's report is attached as (D-06-14).
A short review of the budget status as of February 1, 2006 was provided by Director Thoms in Mr. Klabo's absence.

10. Report of General Manager:
Mr. Bob Popowicz, Assistant GM, reported on behalf of General Manager John Bailey. He gave a short review of the progress made on the Community Center this past month. The Sports Lounge will re-open on March 17. Due to the growing list of past construction insufficiencies and irregularities that have been discovered, additional funds may be requested from the Board to cover the cost of unforeseen structural repairs at the Clubhouse. A report on all the problems found will be made to LOWA administration and members when it becomes available.

11. Report of Legal Counsel:
Mr. Henry Carter explained his responsibilities associated with collection of delinquent assessment accounts for LOWA. He reported about 22 delinquent accounts that are being processed, noting LOWA enjoys one of the lowest delinquency rates in any community.

12. Committee Reports:
Doug Crain, Chair of the External Affairs Committee, reported that 16 people spoke at the public hearing on the rezoning application for development near the LOW back gate by Newhouse & James; 8 were in favor of it and 8 were against it. He noted the Committee continues to follow other issues, including the Orange County Compre-hensive Plan, the changes in absentee voting procedures and the real estate re-appraisal process. Our tax rate is to go up six cents.

As Chair of the Lake Users Committee, Mr. Crain reported that with the approval of the GM, the Orange County High School Anglers Club was able to have a fishing tournament on our Main Lake a couple of weeks ago. This was a small event, tempered by poor weather.

Mr. Ken Tillman, Chairman of the Pools Committee noted that there will be more special events planned at the pools this year, starting with an Open House at each pool the end of May.

13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business.

14. NEW BUSINESS

14.1 Consideration of Extending Contract with McGuire Woods Consulting for Assistance Regarding the Dam Issue. (D-06-15)
Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to extend the contract with McGuire Woods Consulting for assistance regarding dam issues on an hourly rate basis, funds to come from the Dam Reserve in an amount not to exceed $9,800.

14.2 Consideration of Contract to Replace the Hand Railings in the Clubhouse Area. (D-06-16)
Motion by Thoms, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to approve the contract with Fredericksburg Iron Works, Inc., to replace the hand railings in the Clubhouse area, funding to come from the Replacement Capital Reserve, in an amount not to exceed $17,000.

14.3 Consideration of Contract to Repair Tennis Courts. (D-06-17)
Motion by Rucker, second by Dynes, to approve the contract with Tennis Courts, Inc., to repair tennis courts 3 and 4, in an amount not to exceed $90,000, funds to come from the Replacement Capital Reserve.
Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to approve the contract with Tennis Courts, Inc., contingent upon the GM obtaining a 5-year warranty on the work and materials. Vote on the original motion as amended passed unanimously.

14.4 Consideration of Final Report of the Meeting Space Working Group dated February 2, 2006. (D-06-18)
Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, to accept and approve the recommendations of the Meeting Space Working Group, specifically as described in the report as to addressing the issues of scheduling priorities, security deposits, and user responsibilities, and that they be applicable to all LOWA facilities.
Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to amend the motion to remove the wording "and approve." Vote on the original motion as amended passed unanimously.
Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to direct the General Manager to investigate the cost of leasing a dumpster and secure it with fencing, to be used by groups using Sweetbriar Park, including those using the Community Center.

14.5 Consideration of the Planning Committee Recommendations dated February 9, 2006, regarding the Land Use Update Study and the Senior Housing Feasibility Study. (D-06-19)
Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to approve the resolution dated March 4, 2006, on the Planning Committee recommendations regarding the Land Use Update Study and the Senior Housing Feasibility Study.

14.6 Consideration of Proposed Changes to Regulation XII: Pools; Paragraph B.7. and Paragraph C.8. (First Reading) (D-06-20)
Motion by Dynes, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to approve for a First Reading proposed changes to Regulation XII - Pools, Paragraph B.7 and Paragraph C.8, as proposed by the Pools Committee and recommended by the Rules Committee.

14.7 Consideration of Proposed Change to Regulation XVI.F: Accessory Building. (First Reading) (D-06-21)
Motion by Rucker, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to approve for a First Reading the change to Regulation XVI.F - Accessory Buildings, as proposed by the ECC and recommended by the Rules Committee.

14.8 Consideration of Proposed Change to Bylaw Article VI: Association Debt Financing Policy. (First Reading) (D-06-22)
Motion by Rogers, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to approve for a First Reading the proposed change to By-Law Article VI - Association Debt Financing Policy, as recommended by the Rules Committee.

14.9 Consideration of Rescinding the motion to sell four LOWA lots that was passed at the February 4, 2006 Board meeting. (D-06-23)
Motion by Rogers, second by Thoms, to rescind the motion made at the February 4, 2006 BOD meeting to sell four LOWA lots. Vote: Yea: Thoms, Dynes and Rogers. Nay: Rucker. Motion passed.

15. Scheduled Meetings:
Public Hearing on the Master Plan, March 12, 3:30 pm, Clubhouse.
Regular Board Workshop, Wednesday, March 15, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Clubhouse. Agenda: Master Plan.
Regular Board Meeting, Saturday, April 1, 2006, 10:00 a.m, at the Clubhouse.

16. Member Comments:
Six members spoke in favor of having a skateboard park located in Orange County outside of LOW, citing benefits to LOW of reduced liability due to injury and vandalism, need for staff supervision, and additional security and law enforcement to enforce rules and regulations. Alice Drabant presented the board with a petition signed by 500 LOW residents requesting any skateboard park to be located in northeastern Orange County be situated outside LOW.

17. Adjournment: Motion by Rucker, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 12:40 p.m.

Eldon Rucker
Acting LOWA Secretary

LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
April 1, 2006     10:00 a.m., Clubhouse

1. With a quorum present, President Buttimer called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. in the Clubhouse.

2. Executive Session: Motion by Klabo, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing several personal, personnel, contractual and legal matters at 8:02 a.m. Motion by Rucker, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 9:50 a.m.

Prior to convening the Open Session portion of the meeting, Susan Allen Republican Women's group member Nancy Moore was introduced and presented a gift of two new flags to LOWA. Both the Virginia State and United States flags will be placed in the new Community Center. Mr. Buttimer thanked the Republican Women's group for their generous and thoughtful donation.

Motion by Thoms, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:03 a.m, and to affirm that the Board met in Executive Session this morning to discuss several items relative to personal, personnel, legal and contractual matters, and that as usual no votes were taken.

3. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Rucker, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to approve the agenda as submitted.

4. Approval of the Minutes of March 4, 2006.
Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of
March 4, 2006.

5. Report from Orange County District 5 Supervisor:
Mr. Buttimer gave the supervisor's report in the absence of Mr. Rich Wallace. He reported that the traffic engineer has completed his report on the speed limits along Route 3, and has determined that a reduction in the speed limits within half a mile both east and west of the LOW main gate is warranted. It is anticipated that in the next few weeks the speed limit in this area will be reduced to 45 mph.
Orange County is doing a water survey in the area and is looking for residents who might be interested in serving on a committee to study this issue. Interested residents should contact Rich Wallace.

6. Report from Orange County Sheriff's Office:
Sheriff Feldman reported that the statistics for March were not yet available, but would be released on Channel 17 later this month. He supports the reduction in the speed limit on Route 3 in front of LOW. He also reported that extra radar is being run, resulting in more tickets issued on Routes 3 and 20. Two more patrol positions have been approved, and are due to be filled by July. A $65k Homeland Security Grant is being used to upgrade the sheriff's office communications system, purchase new ballistic vests, to outfit a special use van with crime scene equipment, fingerprint of children, and other purposes.
On March 21 two female juveniles and one adult were arrested for petty larceny and burglary. Progress is being made on the outstanding homicide cases.

7. Report from Chief of Security:
Mr. George Dodson reported that in March 104 summonses were issued. There were 26 calls for assistance, rendered to several different agencies. There were 27 animal complaints, resulting in 3 summonses. A handgun was found on Yorktown Boulevard, which was traced and identified as stolen from an Anne Arundel, MD location. There were five disputes, five vandalisms, no auto accidents, and a total of 96 complaints filed during March.

8. Report from LOW Fire & Rescue:
Mr. Hank Altman reported that long time member Joe Broderick passed away this week. His prominence in the Fire and Rescue group, as a businessman, and his personal contributions to F&R and the community were significant.

In January, the Rescue Squad answered 100 calls, 47 in LOW and 57 outside. In February, they answered 85 calls, 40 inside LOW, 41 outside, and 3 in Culpeper. For February, the Fire Department answered 42 calls inside LOW, 19 outside, and another 3 in Culpeper. Brush fires are at high risk now, as we have had almost no rain in March.

The new Squad truck is now outfitted and in service. The new Firehouse construction is progressing, but is slower than planned.
Mr. Altman made an appeal to residents for new Squad members, as some drivers have trained as EMTs and new drivers and other volunteer members are needed. A two-day course will be offered starting April 29, and interested residents should call Vic Larson at 972-1928.

9. Reports of Officers:
President Buttimer reported that a past president of the Association, Warren Story, passed away last week in Oklahoma. A memorial service is planned for him in our area on April 12.

Assessments have been mailed. Community Day will be April 22 in the lower level of the Clubhouse. Members are encouraged to come and learn about the various clubs and organizations in our community.

The latest information on the dam status is reported in full in the most recent Lake Currents. The Board is pleased with the latest action of the Soil and Water Conservation Board that has deferred any action on upgrading our dam until such time as the new regulations are defined. In the interim, LOWA will be building a flood wall along the low-lying shore of the Main Lake parallel to the Clubhouse pool area. Work will start on the flood wall in the fall.

Motion by Rogers, second by Klabo, passed unanimously, to approve the following committee personnel changes: (D-06-24)

Treasurer Klabo's report is attached as (D-06-25).

10. Report of General Manager:
Mr. John Bailey reported that his office has been working on administrative updating of rules and regulations for summer activities. Assessment notices have been mailed. Virginia SWCB issues continue to take time, and the April 20th Board Workshop will include discussion of the new flood wall.

A couple of weeks ago, Mr. Bailey and Elton Rupe, Maintenance Superintendent, attended the Virginia Lakes and Watershed Management Association conference in Richmond. There were six sessions on dams alone. This was a productive opportunity to interact with key individuals and regulators. A technical advisory committee is being formed to develop proposed changes to dam safety regulations, and LOWA is proposing Mr. Peter Rainey serve on this state committee.

Assistant GM Bob Popowicz reported that the Clubhouse Sports Lounge is now open following renovations. Roofing, 80% of the plumbing, some of the outside site work, half of the electric work and most of the drywall has been completed at the new Community Center. Reconstruction of tennis courts 3 and 4 will be started in May. Renovations to the pool bathrooms at Sweetbriar Park has also started.

11. Report of Legal Counsel: Mr. Wilkinson had no report.

12. Committee Reports:
Susan McDaniel reported for the Clubhouse Committee. The play, "The Foreigner", is now being presented by the LOW Players. Easter Brunch will be April 16 from 11 am to 12 noon. The Easter Egg Hunt is at 1:00 p.m. Dinner that day will be from 4-6 p.m. April 30th is the Spring Tea for the ladies at a cost of $12 per person.

The Chair of Safety and Security, Steve Cakouros, reported that at their March 15 meeting the committee voted to recommend to the Board that a study be undertaken to include contracting with a professional audit agency to review our current security contract to determine if current resources are adequate in terms of safety and law enforcement requirements, and to make recommendations for improvements. The contract itself has not essentially changed since 1982. Road reconnaissance at night and the lack of a computerized system to track data are significant issues.

13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS    There was no unfinished business.

14. NEW BUSINESS

14.1 Consideration of Changes to Finance Committee Charter. (D-06-26)
Motion by Klabo, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to approve the changes to the Finance Committee Charter, as recommended by the Finance Committee.

14.2 Consideration of Changes to Clubhouse Banquet Fees. (D-06-27)
Motion by Thoms, second by Rucker, to approve the changes to the Clubhouse Banquet Fee Schedule, as recommended by the Clubhouse staff.

Motion by Dynes, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to change the non-member fee for use of the lower level of the Clubhouse from $25 per hour to $75 per hour. Vote on the original motion as amended was unanimous.

14.3 Consideration of Contract Extension with IGM Golf Maintenance. (D-06-28)
Motion by Rogers, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to approve the contract extension with IGM for golf maintenance services through March 14, 2007, in an amount not to exceed $360,150.

14.4 Consideration of Resolution on Master Plan. (D-06-29)
Motion by Rogers, second by Klabo, to approve the resolution on the Master Plan dated April 1, 2006.
Discussion centered around projected contingency costs for the floodwall in the plan addendum.
Motion by Dynes, second by Burnett, to add an asterisked footnote to the Master Plan using the following language: "This projected cost estimate does not include additional expenses associated with floodwall construction such as relocating the kiddie pool and handicap parking, for which cost estimates are not currently available."

Motion by Dynes, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to add an asterisked footnote to the Master Plan using the following language: "This projection does not include additional expenses associated with floodwall construction related to the kiddie
pool, handicap parking and the beach bathhouse, for which cost estimates are not currently available."

Mr. Al Sanborn briefly summarized his findings subsequent to his comprehensive review of the Master Plan and recommendations to the Board dated March 31, 2006. In spite of itemizing several long and short-term insufficiencies in the plan, he recom-mended conditional approval of the plan resolution at this time pending completion of a long-range strategic plan, comprehensive revenue projections and an implementation plan, along with consideration of providing input from a community planner and guidance from the Community Association Institute.

Vote on the original motion to adopt the resolution to the Master Plan passed unanimously.
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15. Scheduled Meetings:
Board Workshop, Wednesday, April 20, 2006 at 2:00 p.m., in the lower level of the Clubhouse. Agenda: Floodwall; Lake Management Plan;
and Dog Park.
Regular Board Meeting, Saturday, May 6, 2006, 10:00 a.m., in the Community Center. (tentative venue pending completion of facility)

16. Member Comments:
Comments from members were heard on the following: two comments encouraged residents to attend the public meeting on April 3 at OCHS at 7 pm on the Comprehensive Plan, which will address key growth, land rights, natural resource and tax issues; a question on why the assessment schedule includes a Skateboard Park fee if the Park has not yet been approved or built (items can always be removed from the budget, but not added); a request to consider making Sweetbriar a covered pool at significantly less cost than replacing and upgrading the Clubhouse pool site; a request that Board members report statistics on e-mails received for and against important LOWA issues; a compliment on the quality of the new LOWA website; a comment that if Orange County tax dollars financially support a new YMCA pool at Germanna, we should think seriously about using that indoor pool rather than building our own; consideration of a bus system inside LOW; a voice of support from the Vice Chair of LCC for the independent safety and security audit; an inquiry on our options for accommodating pool members if we should have repair/closure problems at the aging Clubhouse pool site; a confirmation that staff is available to keep one pool open till Labor Day.

Director Burnett read an e-mail letter from one of our members which was addressed to another member and copied to him with the subject line "By-Law VI Revisions", which contained a series of derogatory opinions of Mr. Burnett's motivations and due diligence as member of the Board. Mr. Burnett noted this did not appear to be a legitimate debate on the issues and expressed his disappointment at this factually inaccurate and unwarranted personal attack.

President Buttimer called attention to a March 31 Washington Post article about the long-term problems facing one large Northern Virginia homeowners association. This association's reserve study determined that the association should have had $65 million in reserves, yet it had only $3 million. The article pointed out the problems that the association faced in passing a referendum to raise revenue for much needed repairs to pools, paths and other amenities. Mr. Buttimer noted that although LOWA was somewhat behind in reserve funding, essentially we had strong reserves and are on a path to correcting the deficiencies. He noted that almost one-fourth of next year's assessment is designated for reserve funding.

17. Adjournment:
Motion by Klabo, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 11:57 p.m.

Ken Burnett
LOWA Secretary

LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
May 6, 2006, 10:00 am, Clubhouse

1. With a quorum present, Vice President Rogers called the meeting to order at 8:04 a.m. in the Clubhouse.

2. Executive Session: Motion by Klabo, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussion several personal, personnel, contractual and/or legal matters at 8:05 a.m. Motion by Burnett, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to exit Executive Session at 9:55 a.m.

Motion by Thoms, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:04 a.m.

3. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Dynes, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to approve the agenda as submitted with the following changes: the addition of Item 13.3, Consideration of Addition to Regulation XVI.K: Other Construction (Second Reading), and Item 13.4, Consideration of Addition to Regulation V.: Use of Individually-owned Property (Second Reading); and the deletion of Item 14.1: Consideration of Contract with Dewberry & Davis regarding the Floodwall.

4. Approval of Minutes of April 1, 2006.
Motion by Burnett, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of April 1, 2006.

5. Report from Orange County District 5 Supervisor:
Mr. Rich Wallace reported that the speed limit on Route 3 in front of LOW has finally been reduced to 45 mph following his appeal to local delegates.

On Tuesday, the Orange County Board of Supervisors will vote on the approval of the revised Orange County Comprehensive Plan. The proposed future land use of 216,653 acres is as follows: 56% agricultural, 39% agricultural conservation, 2% economic development, 2% residential and 1% mixed use. He said he expects this plan to pass.

Last week, Mr. Wallace toured northeastern Orange County with the new Director of Tourism, Joseph Ward, Director of Economic Development, Julie Jordan, and County Administrator Bill Rolfe. LOWA President Neil Buttimer and his wife, Connie, joined them for a tour of LOW.

The BOS has authorized the Sheriff's Department to apply for three state and federal grants totaling $94,779, to be used for highway safety projects, terrorism prevention programs and the Live Scan Project.

A copy of the Route 20 Traffic Corridor Study has been given to the General Manager for any residents who would like to review it.
The Landfill Committee has been interviewing consultants to study our solid waste disposal options. Current state law require closing of our landfill by 2012, which will cost around $2 million; a new one will cost from $2.5 to $6.7 million, depending on the options selected.

6. Report from Orange County Sheriff's Department:
Sheriff Feldman reported there were 105 summonses issued in April, for a total of 710 for the year. There were 2070 calls for service in the county, 8227 for the year. In LOW, there were four calls for a total of 37 for the year. Sixty-three warrants were issued, 280 for the year. There were 875 civil papers served, totaling 3490 so far this year; 78 were issued in LOW, 299 for the year. There were 25 transports, totaling 94 for the year.

Two individuals were charged and pleaded guilty to crimes related to suspected gang activity involving juveniles. An April 21 report of suspicious activities in the Somerset subdivision led to three individuals being arrested on cocaine charges. On May 2, an incident at Hollyfield Park was reported by a resident, which resulted in a 49-year-old resident being charged with public drunkenness and attempt to solicit a minor. Investigation of this individual continues at this time.

7. Report from Chief of Security:
Security Chief George Dodson reported that there were 75 traffic summonses issued for the month of April. There were 8 house alarms, 16 animal complaints (one dog bite resulted in a summons), 7 agency assists, 16 resident assists, 2 bicycles were found, five 911 hang-ups, one civil dispute, three domestic disputes and one auto accident. Vandal- ism was reported at Hollyfield Park and the Main Marina. There were 792 boats registered during the month.

8. Report from LOW Fire & Rescue
Mr. Vic Larson reported that in March there were 102 calls for Rescue services, 52 in LOW and 50 more in the county. There were 53 calls made to the Fire Department; 19 in the lake and 28 in the county. Fifteen of these were brush fires, and 13 were Rescue assists. The firefighting staff are now cross-trained in first responder skills, with necessary equipment on hand, so they can serve as backup when Rescue staff cannot meet high demand. Several new ambulance drivers were trained recently, but volunteers are still needed.

The new firehouse site is undergoing the installation of concrete drainage conduits. Closure of Lakeview Parkway for installation work allowed an opportunity to create alternate plans for prompt emergency response. Footings for the building are being installed, and a turn lane will be added on Lakeview Parkway to facilitate traffic in and out of the new firehouse site.

9. Report of Officers:
Motion by Thoms, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to bar Andrew Mosher and Juan Euceda from Lake of the Woods until their fines are paid in full.

Motion by Thoms, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to increase the time of driving suspension for Robert Kerrigan by an additional year from the end date of his original suspension.

Motion by Thoms, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to suspend for three months the LOW driving privileges of Eduardo Cesar, Tracy Walsh, an unnamed juvenile, Heather Herndon, Stephen Stice and Donna Simpson.

Motion by Rucker, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to approve the following committee personnel changes as recommended in the Vice President's memo of May 3, 2006: (D-06-30)

Vice President Rogers reminded members of the Town Hall meeting on the proposed changes to the LOWA covenants tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. in the Clubhouse Great Hall. Mr. Weinert will be presenting a discussion on the Covenant changes on May 16 at 7:15 p.m. at the Civic Club meeting, and the proposed covenant changes will also be addressed at the May 18 Board workshop.

Three candidates have been identified by the Nominating Committee to run for a seat on the LOWA Board this year. They are: Tom Sheridan, Bill Wilson and Peter Williams.

Petition candidates have until June 1 to submit their signature lists.

Motion by Burnett, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to accept the LOWA Board candidates as recommended by the Nominating Committee in their letter to the Board dated May 4, 2006.

Treasurer Klabo's report is attached as (D-06-31).
Mr. Klabo announced a positive variance for the month of March and year-to-date. A full report will be detailed in the Lake Currents.

10. Report of General Manager:
Mr. John Bailey reported that the Lakeview Parkway closings due to culvert installation are now over. The proposed dog park location is planned for the area of the Ferris House (currently the Youth Center), and a fence will be installed. The Clubhouse railings will be installed shortly. He reported he met with Steve Cakouros of the Safety and Security Committee and members of VDOT to explore additional entranceways and/or exit locations for LOW.

The state's Technical Advisory Committee formed to examine the dam safety regulations met for the first time this past week. Thirty select individuals from all over the state and various government agencies will continue to meet to discuss this issue.
The Dewberry & Davis contract for additional work on the flood wall has not yet been received, which is why it was removed from today's agenda.

He reported he met this week with the Activities and Wellness director to review scheduling plans and reservation procedures for the Community Center and Sweetbriar Park. There will be a central clearing house for scheduling of these facilities.

The pools are on schedule for opening on Memorial Day weekend. The Sweetbriar pool bathrooms have been renovated, and will now be open to park users and not just pool users.

Assistant General Manager Bob Popowicz reported that the inside of the Community Center is scheduled for final inspection on Tuesday. Sidewalks will also be installed, and a certificate of occupancy is expected. Reconstruction of Tennis Courts 3 & 4 is also scheduled. A Grand Opening for the Community Center is planned for Friday, May 19 from 4-6:00 p.m. followed by an open gym so residents can enjoy the new facility.

11. Report of Legal Counsel: Mr. Wilkinson had no report.

12. Committee Reports:
Reporting for the Planning Committee, Mr. Sid Steele said he would like to have more guidance from the Board. The Committee continues to hold hearings on capital funding requests. They have yet to get requests from the Equestrian Committee, Golf, Tennis and Admin. There is no Campground Committee to work with at this time.
The Committee is working with other managers to make recommendations for the campgrounds.

13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

13.1 Consideration of Proposed Changes to Regulation XII: Pools, Paragraphs B.7 and C.8. (Second Reading) (D-06-32)
Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to adopt the proposed change to Regulation XII: Pools, Paragraph B.7, as published in Lake Currents on March 17, 2006.

Motion by Dynes, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to adopt the proposed change to Regulation XII: Pools, Paragraph C.8, as published in the Lake Currents on March 17, 2006.

13.2 Consideration of Proposed Changes to Regulation XVI.F: Accessory Buildings. (Second Reading) (D-06-33)
Motion by Rucker, second by Thoms, to adopt the proposed change to Regulation XVI.F: Accessory Buildings, as published in Lake Currents on March 17, 2006.
Vote: Yea: Burnett, Klabo, Rucker and Dynes. Nay: Thoms. Motion passed.

13.3 Consideration of Addition to Regulation XVI.K: Other Construction. (Second Reading). (D-06-34)
Motion by Burnett, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to adopt the proposed change to Regulation XVI.K: Other Construction, as published in the Lake Currents on February 17, 2006.

13.4 Consideration of Addition to Regulation V: Use of Individually-owned Property. (Second Reading). (D-06-35)
Motion by Rucker, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to approve the proposed change to Regulation V: Use of Individually-owned Property, as published in the Lake Currents on February 17, 2006.

14. NEW BUSINESS: There was no new business.

15. Scheduled Meetings:
Town Meeting, Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. in the Clubhouse Great Hall. Topic: Proposed Covenant Changes.
Board Workshop, Thursday, May 18, 2006, 2:00 p.m., in the lower level of the Clubhouse. Agenda: Covenants, Budget Guidelines, Skateboard Park and possibly the Woods Center.
Regular Board Meeting, Saturday, June 3, 2006, 10:00 a.m., in the Community Center.

16. Member Comments:
Member comments were heard on the following: A complaint from one member on the multiple building construction violations by Fredericksburg Builders on a lot in Section 13 on Eastover Parkway; information from another resident that a second Fredericksburg Builders construction lot is also exhibiting construction violations; an observation that the mail station canopy supports are rusting and need attention (a concrete sleeve is planned); information that according to the Free Lance-Star this morning, widening/realignment plans for Route 20 could negatively impact two sections in LOW if re-routed behind the Wilderness Battlefield Park; concerns on liability issues related to a skateboard park, associated increases in insurance coverage and premiums for LOWA and homeowners, and the legal status of injury waivers signed by Skateboard Park users; information that Planning will be voting on the skateboard park proposal, with a public hearing currently planned for June 1; a comment that the Board did not allow the Survey Committee to address key issues on the survey like the Skateboard Park (the Board as a group did not provide guidance to the Survey Committee or approve the survey prior to its release); one member who investigated a number of parameters on use of a Skateboard Park in Culpeper and provided a variety of information from multiple sources on use, supervision, waiver status, injuries and rates when compared to other sports, safety, financial interests and risk, and the concept of sovereign immunity; a request from one member that the dress code at the Clubhouse be better enforced, specifically that users not wear baseball caps when eating in the dining room and sports lounge.

17. Adjournment:
Motion by Klabo, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to adjourn the meeting at 11:26 a.m.

Ken Burnett
LOWA Secretary

LAKE OF THE WOODS ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
June 3, 2006, 10:00 a.m., Community Center

1. With a quorum present, President Buttimer called the meeting to order at 8:04 a.m. in the Community Center.

2. Executive Session: Motion by Rucker, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to enter into Executive Session at 8:05 a.m.

Motion by Thoms, second by Klabo, passed unanimously, to enter into Open Session at 10:05 a.m, and to affirm that the Board met in Executive Session earlier to discuss several personal, personnel, contractual and/or legal matters.

Kelsey Brodkin of the Girl Scouts led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Rucker, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to approve the agenda as submitted, with the addition of Item 14.4: Consideration to approve $2500 from Replacement Reserves to Replace a Horse at the Equestrian Center.

4. Approval of Minutes of May 6, 2006.
Motion by Dynes, second by Klabo, passed unanimously, to approve the minutes of May 6, 2006, with one correction on page 1680: that the minutes reflect that Director Thoms voted against the motion on Item 13.2.

5. Report from Orange County District 5 Supervisor:
Mr. Rich Wallace reported that he continues to make efforts through VDOT and other fund sources to correct the hazardous road conditions that exist at the intersection of Rtes. 20 and 601. He will keep residents informed of his progress.
Trash compactor hours have been expanded, and the center will now open at 6:30 a.m. starting on June 12.

On May 9, the Comprehensive Plan was adopted by the Orange County Board of Supervisors.
On June 13, the OC Board will reconsider the three county development projects tabled while awaiting adoption of the OC Comp Plan. They include River Point, Rapidan Crossing and Newhouse & James. There does not seem to be enough support from the Board to approve any of these projects at this time.

A county brochure on the Real Estate Reassessment Process is available to residents by contacting the Commissioner of Revenue at 762-4441.

6. Report from Orange County Sheriff's Department:
A Sheriff's office representative reported that during May there were 2238 calls for service in the county, 65 warrants served, 969 civil papers were served, there were 15 transports, and 107 traffic summons issued. In LOW there were 17 calls for service for a total of 54 year-to-date, and 62 civil papers served, for a total of 361 so far for the year.

On May 14 two search warrants were executed at a location on Route 20. A 24-year-old male was arrested for possession of narcotics. In the Burr Hill area several others individuals were also charged with various offenses.
New 45 mph speed signs have been posted outside LOW, and radar speed checks are being done in this area.

7. Report from Chief of Security:
Chief George Dodson reported that during the month of May there was one incident of soliciting and a summons was issued; eight 911 hang-ups; three auto accidents, none serious; kids playing on the golf course were given a warning; three domestic disputes; juveniles throwing rocks on the tennis courts; illegal dumping of trash at the compactor with a summons issued; a structure fire in Section 5; three assists to Orange County and two assists for Rescue; five welfare checks; 9 resident assists for various reasons; towed two disabled boats on the lake; five house alarms, 2 alarms at the Clubhouse. There were 18 dog complaints for the monthly, with 3 summonses issued. There were four reports of vandalism. There were 116 complaints for the month, 74 vehicle summons issued, and 84 boat summonses issued.

8. Report from LOW Fire & Rescue:
Barbara Larson reported that in April there were 102 calls for Rescue, 52 in LOW; and 41 calls to the Fire Department, 23 in LOW; 10 of these were motor vehicle accidents and 10 were rescue assists.

A house on Monticello Circle last weekend suffered complete damage from what appeared to be a kitchen fire.

If anyone has a working refrigerator they would like to donate to Fire and Rescue, they would appreciate the donation. Contact Vic Larson or Lee Frame.

Work continues on the new Firehouse. Storm sewer work will start later this month.
Training for volunteers is ongoing. In June, Fire and Rescue will train together for motor vehicle accidents.

The Fourth of July Parade and Festival will be on July 1 this year. Bus transportation will be available from the LOW Church parking lot. The LOW Directory will be available for purchase.

The 2006 Fire and Rescue fund drive will begin in July.

9. Report of Officers:
President Buttimer reported that there was no cost overrun on the Community Center; delays were caused by a slow permitting process. The building is built with fire-rated wall board and is expected to be a good place for people to gather during emergencies due to special features that were installed. Rules and regulations will be formulated at a later date when there is a better grasp of operations.

Paving of Lakeview Parkway will start in a couple of weeks; members should expect delays and closings.

Mr. Buttimer requested boaters be especially cautious on the lake, due to increased traffic and swimmers over the summer months.

Motion by Rogers, second by Burnett, passed unanimously, to approve the following committee personnel changes: (D-06-36)

Secretary Burnett reported that the Candidates Forum has been scheduled for August 6 at the Community Center.

Motion by Burnett, second by Thoms, passed unanimously, to bar Jessica Borgella from driving in LOW until her fine is paid in full.
Motion by Burnett, second by Dynes, passed unanimously, to bar Best Tile Distributors from LOW for a period of six months and until their fine is paid.

Motion by Burnett, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to place Matthew Brady on probation for six months, and should he incur a moving violation during that time, that his driving privileges within LOW be automatically suspended for three months.

Motion by Burnett, second by Rucker, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges of Jose Rodriguez within LOW for three months, to begin when his Virginia operator's license is restored.

Motion by Burnett, second by Rogers, passed unanimously, to suspend the driving privileges within LOW of Robert Mars for a period of three months.

Treasurer Klabo's report is attached as (D-06-37).
Mr. Klabo reported that the report for the past month is not yet completed. An audit will begin on June 19, and both the audit report and treasurer's report will be available at the July meeting.

10: Report of General Manager:
Mr. John Bailey reported his office has been preparing for the Referendum and working on the Master Plan. The state Technical Advisory Committee has been working on recommendations for changes to state dam regulations. They have met with a number of state agencies and private dam community organizations and owners and other key individuals who have been supportive of our positions. June 13 is the next Technical Advisory Committee meeting.

On the Community Center, the security system has been installed. The parking lot has been newly tarred and chipped, and parking spaces lined-out. Additional planned parking has been outlined around Sweetbriar pool.

Assistant General Manager Bob Popowicz reported that the tennis court work has been delayed due to the busy schedule of the contractor. There are a number of unfinished projects, mostly detail work, that has yet to be finished at the Community Center which will be done shortly.
Mr. Bailey reported that the Clubhouse pool water had to be shocked and corrected due to pump piping p