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This site was last updated on 7/17/08.

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Water Quality Update

LMOA has lifted the water quality alert that was posted on July 16. According to Aqua VA, the latest tests show that lake water in the vicinity of Tanglewood and Bolling Circle is within normal quality levels and safe for water activities.

Posted 7/17/08 4:30PM

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See the Friday Flyer for more news and information

for and about the Lake Monticello community.

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BUDGET KICKOFF

The Finance Committee work session on 2009 budget on

Tues., July 15, at 6PM in the Faulconer Room.

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BOARD/COMMITTEE CHAIRS WORK SESSION

Tues., July 29, at 7PM in the Faulconer Room.

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THANK YOU, LAKE MONTICELLO

YOUR COMMUNITY SPIRIT IS ALIVE AND WELL!

Thanks to all who worked or attended the 4th of July celebration. It was a huge success.

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COMMTTEE MEETINGS OPEN TO PROPERTY OWNERS: Committee meetings are held to conduct committee business. Property owners are welcome to attend all meetings except for closed sessions permitted by committee charters.

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SWIM PARTY FOR ADULTS-ONLY (21 and over),

Sat., July 12, from 8 to 11PM.

The snack bar will be open. Cash bar will offer beer and wine.

Music by DJ Dennis Payne. Entry fee is just $5/person.

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READY-MADE RAIN BARRELS available from Rivanna Conservation Society (RCS) $115 for one, $100 each for two or more. Also available: diverters at $20 each. To reserve your ready-made barrel, contact the RCS by email at aed@rivannariver.org or phone 977-4837. Reserved and a few unreserved barrels and diverters will be available on July 19 at the Clubhouse.

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LAKE SWIMMING RESTRICTIONS

To keep our lake safe for all, please comply with these rules:

 1. Lakefront owners may swim within 50 feet of their own shoreline.

2.   Swimming across coves or the lake is not permitted.

3.   Swimming and use of a raft, inner tube or other floatation device is not permitted in the normal traffic pattern in coves or main body of the lake.

4.   Swimming is not permitted:

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PLEASE DON'T PUT ANYTHING IN OUR LAKE THAT DIDN'T COME OUT OF IT!

The health and enjoyment of our lake depend on us.

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WHEN BIKING, WALKING OR RUNNING ALONG OUR ROADS

please were light colored or reflective clothing. It could save your life.

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ROAD PATCHING AND CRACK FILLING CONTINUE

Please be alert to work crews and drive with care.

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NEW LOCATION AND ADDRESS FOR ECC/COMPLIANCE:

Beginning Mon., June 30: at the new Operations Building, 855 Jefferson Drive, at the corner of Jefferson Drive and Ashlawn Boulevard, next to the Main Gate.

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FREE BOAT INSPECTIONS ALL SUMMER

by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 88. Call Wes at 589-3855 or Bill at 589-3358.   ~~~~~~~~~~

ALL WATERCRAFT

including canoes, kayaks and paddleboats

must be registered and display 2008 sticker before being used in the Main or Tufton Lake. Register at the Marina, 10AM to 6PM daily.

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VA Tax Refund AVAILABLE ON BOAT FUEL

The State of Virginia is offering a refund on the Virginia motor fuel tax of 17.5 cents that was paid on gasoline and diesel fuel purchased and used in recreational or pleasure boats. The fuel must be purchased in VA in the last 12 months. Original receipts must be provided and must show date, sellers name and address, number of gallons (minimum of 5) and type of fuel. For details on filing for refunds, see the Virginia government website at http://www.dmv.virginia.gov/webdoc/citizen/fuel_tax.asp. Thanks to D’Arcy and Mary Roper for sharing this money-saving reminder.

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REMINDER TO ALL RESIDENTS ABOUT GOLF COURSE

•  No bike riding is permitted.

•  Practice is permitted only on the driving range and putting green.

•  Please register at the Pro Shop before practice or play.

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2008 LM FIRE & RESCUE FUND DRIVE HAS BEGUN

Send donations to LMVFDRS, 10 Slice Rd. Thank you for your generous support.

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ECC REMINDER: KEEP HOMES AND YARDS LOOKING GOOD

Policy Manual 13.03 prohibits unclean, unsightly, unkempt conditions or anything that is a nuisance or fire hazard, or will decrease home values. Grass must be kept mowed and other areas neat.

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GATE ENTRY PROBLEMS? call Andrea at 589-8263, ext. 102.

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For information about the

LAKE MONTICELLO GOLF COURSE

go to the website at www.lakemonticellogolf.org.

To make a tee time, call 1-434-589-3075.

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REMINDER ABOUT POTENTIAL FOR LAKE CONTAMINATION

The Lake Preservation Committee reminds residents that contamination of the lake can occur at any time after heavy rains. Please be vigilant to protect your health -- avoid lake water contact activities for 24 to 48 hours after heavy rainfalls or until any posted restrictions have been lifted. Check for alerts at the beaches and the LMOA information resources on cable TV channels 10 and 14 and the LMOA website "Hot News."   

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EMPLOYMENT LISTINGS

For information on current full-time, part-time, permanent and seasonal LMOA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, click here:  LMOA Employment.