Archive 2010
December 6th, 2010
I see by the lights going up around the lake that another holiday season is upon us. But I guess that also means another year is waning. It was a tough year for me in some ways but also a joyful year with the birth of my grandsons Paul and Jacob. They are our first so I’m sure we are a bit enthralled; they are so cute and are growing very fast. I’d like to thank all of you for the thoughts and prayers for me and my family. My prognosis is very good so you won’t be rid of me so very soon.
2010 brought some new residents to the lake and some new homes. I’d like to welcome all of new families who have joined the Lake this year and hope to get to know all of you better next year. There was also some residents who have died this year, please accept my condolences for your loss.
The winter was a tough one so it was nice to see the spring come. But we learned a lot about snow and hopefully we’ll be better prepared for the next blizzard. The summer came in on a strong wind this year which brought a lot of activity to the lake. My thanks to all of you for what you did to keep the lake looking nice in the after math of the storm. There still are a few projects in the works but I’m sure those will be behind us by the spring.
I think for the most part everyone was pretty well behaved this year. You could hear some wedding bells in the distance as summer flew by and quickly turned into fall and it was a beautiful one. But just because the boats have all been put away we shouldn’t forget about safety. This is the time of the year when the lakes are first starting to freeze over. So the big safety hazard is falling through the ice. If you’re planning to venture out on a lake this time of year please be aware of the ice thickness. See the chart posted on the side of this page. Because of the bubblers at the docks ice thickness can vary which makes our lake a bit more hazardous.
All of the boats should be nestled in their rooms for winter by now but if yours is still sitting in your drive, please make haste, so that your boat may get enough rest for the next season. If you have not registered your boat with me please send me the info or give me a call so I can get it registered. Boats come and go out here like the seasons and some times it’s hard for me to notice new ones. I am planning on reviewing all boat registration in the spring before I pass out keys so lets get it taken care of this winter so we don’t have to do all that last minute running around.
Well that’s about it for this post. Remember the annual meeting is come up shortly, I think it’s on March 8th this year at Champions. Stay tuned and I’ll keep you posted. Please feel free to drop me an email with any opinions or concerns I always am open to input. See you all next year and have a great Holiday Season.
Rich Melkus
Lake Manager
Happy 4th of July, July 1, 2010
Safety, safety, safety always think safety! The Fourth of July weekend always seems to be the busiest so please slow down a bit and keep an eye out for the other boats. If you have guests out this weekend please make sure they know all the lake rules, better yet only allow family members to operate your boats on the lake. I would also like to remind everyone of a few rules that have been overlooked lately.
Just a reminder fire works are on Sunday night. The rain date is on Monday.
Have a pleasant weekend. Think…Be Courteous.
Rich,
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June 14, 2010
Memorial Day weekend turned out to be fairly decent weather wise. In talking to some of the residents there were some concerns about the boating rules. Mostly I heard that some were not following the traffic pattern. It sounded to me like it was mostly the jet skis but some boats as well. On crowded weekends it is most important to follow the traffic pattern if you are not aware of what I’m talking about please go here. The next complaint I had was not slowing down in the no wake zones. And also one boat was observed going to fast after dark with no lights. Please follow the rules of boating after dark. Boats must have proper lighting and follow the 5 mile an hour no wake rule on the entire lake. Boating safety must be our number one concern. Please make it a topic in your family discussions. Being safe and courteous to each other on the lake this will increase enjoyment for all. If you are new to the lake and are not sure of the lake rules please feel free to give me a call.
“Rain, rain go away and come back again another day.†Not to mention the high wind that came with it. The lake is beginning to look like a boat lift grave yard. I understand, because of the storm, a need for boats on trailers but please do not abuse the situation. Please keep your boats and trailer put away if at all possible. Also try to get the broken lifts and such off the empty lots as soon as possible. I know insurance adjusters move slow but please let them know of the problem. The rain has also delayed the weed treatment while we wait for some of the extra water to spill out.
I’ve had some of the residents offer to help with tree trimming. I thought, Saturday June 26th, might be a good date. So if any of you would like to help please send me an email. I will try to get thinks set up. I thought the morning would be best, say 8 to noon.
Be SAFE, Be COURTEOUS!
Rich
****************************************************** Dear Residents. May 27, 2010
The recent warm weather reminds that indeed summer is upon us. Pomp and Circumstance plays in the background as some on the Lake Graduate and move on to new and exciting parts in their lives. I also hear some wedding bells ringing in the near future. My congratulation to all those who have graduated this spring and to those who will be married this summer I hope your lives will be full wonder.
Yes this weekend is Memorial Day weekend boy it was a long time coming. This past year has also brought some sadness to the lake as some loved ones have passed on. So this weekend as we remember those who have died let us also remember the responsibility we have to our neighbors to conduct ourselves in a safe manner as we enjoy our lake this summer. Please refresh your minds with the boating safety rules and see to it that all your friends who visit the lake are also aware of our rules especially those particular to our lake.
I’m assuming that most boats have been launched this spring or will be soon. So please get those trailers put away so I don’t have to be a nuisance. If you have recently bought a new boat and have not registered it with me please do so as soon as possible. I’ve noticed that many of you have boats with great potential please realize that this is a relatively small lake and some restraint must be used.
Finally I would like to welcome all the new residents to the lake. If you see new people that you don’t recognize please stop and take time to get acquainted. I hope as this lake grows in numbers it will remain small in respect to community. As we have to be our own promoters of safety on the lake I think this can best be done with mutual respect among friends.
Have a great summer!!
Rich
****************************************************** April 12th, 2010
Dear Residents,
I think Most of survived the long hard winter but we look forward to another summer of lake activity. I have most of the keys to the boat ramp passed out. If you have not yet received one please give me a call at 510-9039 as I may have missed you or maybe there is some other reason. Remember to receive a key you must be current with your dues and have a boat registered with the Homeowners Assoc. Some of you I have not found at home so give me a call and let me know how I can get a key to you. I will be busy this coming weekend so keep that in mind.
Rich ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
January 12, 2010
Happy New Year to All!
Well we've had a successful start to the New Year as I have remembered to type 2009. I'd like to welcome all the new residents who have joined the Newport Community this year. I look forward to getting to know you better through out this up coming year. If you have any questions you can call me or send me an email through the "contact us Link". Please take time to review the covenants and review these pages and you'll have a great start toward fun filled lake life.
The New Year also brings us to the annual Lake and Homeowners Meeting coming up in March, you should receive more information about it in the mail soon. You can also keep an eye on the meetings page for more info as it comes available. If you do not receive a letter let me know so I can make sure your on the mailing list.
I am not at the lake on a regular basis in the winter so if you see of any thing that might be in need of urgent care let me know. The one issue that seems to crop up during the windy winter months is blowing trash. This can not always be avoided but can be helped by making sure your cans are covered and your loose trash is in bags when it is set out for the trash man. I do try to pick up anything I see while I'm out there plowing snow and such but I appreciate your help in this matter. Also Christmas trees float so don't throw them in the lake. I will pick them up from the re-cycler if I need any for fish cover. If your one of those people that keeps them up until March or April well you might give me a call then. Also please read the winter safety rules to find out more about winter on the lake.
So I hope everyone had a great holiday season. Susie And I enjoyed a joyous Christmas this year at home. Our boys and daughter-in-law were all home and we had a great time together. I wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year, see you in the spring.
Rich.
I see by the lights going up around the lake that another holiday season is upon us. But I guess that also means another year is waning. It was a tough year for me in some ways but also a joyful year with the birth of my grandsons Paul and Jacob. They are our first so I’m sure we are a bit enthralled; they are so cute and are growing very fast. I’d like to thank all of you for the thoughts and prayers for me and my family. My prognosis is very good so you won’t be rid of me so very soon.
2010 brought some new residents to the lake and some new homes. I’d like to welcome all of new families who have joined the Lake this year and hope to get to know all of you better next year. There was also some residents who have died this year, please accept my condolences for your loss.
The winter was a tough one so it was nice to see the spring come. But we learned a lot about snow and hopefully we’ll be better prepared for the next blizzard. The summer came in on a strong wind this year which brought a lot of activity to the lake. My thanks to all of you for what you did to keep the lake looking nice in the after math of the storm. There still are a few projects in the works but I’m sure those will be behind us by the spring.
I think for the most part everyone was pretty well behaved this year. You could hear some wedding bells in the distance as summer flew by and quickly turned into fall and it was a beautiful one. But just because the boats have all been put away we shouldn’t forget about safety. This is the time of the year when the lakes are first starting to freeze over. So the big safety hazard is falling through the ice. If you’re planning to venture out on a lake this time of year please be aware of the ice thickness. See the chart posted on the side of this page. Because of the bubblers at the docks ice thickness can vary which makes our lake a bit more hazardous.
All of the boats should be nestled in their rooms for winter by now but if yours is still sitting in your drive, please make haste, so that your boat may get enough rest for the next season. If you have not registered your boat with me please send me the info or give me a call so I can get it registered. Boats come and go out here like the seasons and some times it’s hard for me to notice new ones. I am planning on reviewing all boat registration in the spring before I pass out keys so lets get it taken care of this winter so we don’t have to do all that last minute running around.
Well that’s about it for this post. Remember the annual meeting is come up shortly, I think it’s on March 8th this year at Champions. Stay tuned and I’ll keep you posted. Please feel free to drop me an email with any opinions or concerns I always am open to input. See you all next year and have a great Holiday Season.
Rich Melkus
Lake Manager
Happy 4th of July, July 1, 2010
Safety, safety, safety always think safety! The Fourth of July weekend always seems to be the busiest so please slow down a bit and keep an eye out for the other boats. If you have guests out this weekend please make sure they know all the lake rules, better yet only allow family members to operate your boats on the lake. I would also like to remind everyone of a few rules that have been overlooked lately.
- Only boats that are registered through the home owner’s assoc. are allowed on the lake. You can not invite your friends or relatives to bring their boats out.
- Also any one 14 to 17 years old must have completed the State Boaters Safety course to operate a boat. If you are under 14 you can not operate any motorized watercraft.
- Everyone must have a life jacket on at all times if skiing, tubing or on a personal watercraft.’
- It is unlawful to jump a wake within 50 yards of another craft.
- It is unlawful to jump the wake of any boat towing skier, tuber etc.
- You must be at least 16 to tow a skier or tuber etc.
- Raise an orange flag when a skier or tuber is down in the water.
- Every boat has a load limit. Know what yours is and abide by it.
- Behind the buoys in the coves is a no wake Zone! This means you should be going slow enough not to create white water on the boats wake.
- If you are boating after sun down you are in a no wake zone on the entire lake.
- Your boat must have proper lights if boating after dark.
- Follow the lake traffic pattern. See Map...
- Learn more...
Just a reminder fire works are on Sunday night. The rain date is on Monday.
Have a pleasant weekend. Think…Be Courteous.
Rich,
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June 14, 2010
Memorial Day weekend turned out to be fairly decent weather wise. In talking to some of the residents there were some concerns about the boating rules. Mostly I heard that some were not following the traffic pattern. It sounded to me like it was mostly the jet skis but some boats as well. On crowded weekends it is most important to follow the traffic pattern if you are not aware of what I’m talking about please go here. The next complaint I had was not slowing down in the no wake zones. And also one boat was observed going to fast after dark with no lights. Please follow the rules of boating after dark. Boats must have proper lighting and follow the 5 mile an hour no wake rule on the entire lake. Boating safety must be our number one concern. Please make it a topic in your family discussions. Being safe and courteous to each other on the lake this will increase enjoyment for all. If you are new to the lake and are not sure of the lake rules please feel free to give me a call.
“Rain, rain go away and come back again another day.†Not to mention the high wind that came with it. The lake is beginning to look like a boat lift grave yard. I understand, because of the storm, a need for boats on trailers but please do not abuse the situation. Please keep your boats and trailer put away if at all possible. Also try to get the broken lifts and such off the empty lots as soon as possible. I know insurance adjusters move slow but please let them know of the problem. The rain has also delayed the weed treatment while we wait for some of the extra water to spill out.
I’ve had some of the residents offer to help with tree trimming. I thought, Saturday June 26th, might be a good date. So if any of you would like to help please send me an email. I will try to get thinks set up. I thought the morning would be best, say 8 to noon.
Be SAFE, Be COURTEOUS!
Rich
****************************************************** Dear Residents. May 27, 2010
The recent warm weather reminds that indeed summer is upon us. Pomp and Circumstance plays in the background as some on the Lake Graduate and move on to new and exciting parts in their lives. I also hear some wedding bells ringing in the near future. My congratulation to all those who have graduated this spring and to those who will be married this summer I hope your lives will be full wonder.
Yes this weekend is Memorial Day weekend boy it was a long time coming. This past year has also brought some sadness to the lake as some loved ones have passed on. So this weekend as we remember those who have died let us also remember the responsibility we have to our neighbors to conduct ourselves in a safe manner as we enjoy our lake this summer. Please refresh your minds with the boating safety rules and see to it that all your friends who visit the lake are also aware of our rules especially those particular to our lake.
I’m assuming that most boats have been launched this spring or will be soon. So please get those trailers put away so I don’t have to be a nuisance. If you have recently bought a new boat and have not registered it with me please do so as soon as possible. I’ve noticed that many of you have boats with great potential please realize that this is a relatively small lake and some restraint must be used.
Finally I would like to welcome all the new residents to the lake. If you see new people that you don’t recognize please stop and take time to get acquainted. I hope as this lake grows in numbers it will remain small in respect to community. As we have to be our own promoters of safety on the lake I think this can best be done with mutual respect among friends.
Have a great summer!!
Rich
****************************************************** April 12th, 2010
Dear Residents,
I think Most of survived the long hard winter but we look forward to another summer of lake activity. I have most of the keys to the boat ramp passed out. If you have not yet received one please give me a call at 510-9039 as I may have missed you or maybe there is some other reason. Remember to receive a key you must be current with your dues and have a boat registered with the Homeowners Assoc. Some of you I have not found at home so give me a call and let me know how I can get a key to you. I will be busy this coming weekend so keep that in mind.
Rich ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
January 12, 2010
Happy New Year to All!
Well we've had a successful start to the New Year as I have remembered to type 2009. I'd like to welcome all the new residents who have joined the Newport Community this year. I look forward to getting to know you better through out this up coming year. If you have any questions you can call me or send me an email through the "contact us Link". Please take time to review the covenants and review these pages and you'll have a great start toward fun filled lake life.
The New Year also brings us to the annual Lake and Homeowners Meeting coming up in March, you should receive more information about it in the mail soon. You can also keep an eye on the meetings page for more info as it comes available. If you do not receive a letter let me know so I can make sure your on the mailing list.
I am not at the lake on a regular basis in the winter so if you see of any thing that might be in need of urgent care let me know. The one issue that seems to crop up during the windy winter months is blowing trash. This can not always be avoided but can be helped by making sure your cans are covered and your loose trash is in bags when it is set out for the trash man. I do try to pick up anything I see while I'm out there plowing snow and such but I appreciate your help in this matter. Also Christmas trees float so don't throw them in the lake. I will pick them up from the re-cycler if I need any for fish cover. If your one of those people that keeps them up until March or April well you might give me a call then. Also please read the winter safety rules to find out more about winter on the lake.
So I hope everyone had a great holiday season. Susie And I enjoyed a joyous Christmas this year at home. Our boys and daughter-in-law were all home and we had a great time together. I wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year, see you in the spring.
Rich.