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GM Corner March 7, 2025

Friday, March 7, 2025

Hello, Team LMOA,

The Board and I would like to thank the Committee Chairs who gave their annual reports during work sessions this week. Lots of great information came out of the presentations, some of which you can read about in LMOA's official news update below. Thank you for reading and don't forget to change your clocks this weekend. Remember, spring springs ahead, and Fire Chief Richie says this is the perfect time to change the batteries in your smoke detectors!

Our Golf Course Ranked 3rd in Virgnia! Congratulations, Lake Community! We are proud to share some exciting news! After many years of hard work and dedication from Mark Marshall(Golf Pro), Jim Prucnal (Golf Superintendent), Troon, LMOA Staff, and the Golf Committee, we have achieved a remarkable milestone.
Golfpass.com has recognized Lake Monticello Golf Club as the third-best public golf course in the state of Virginia! We have come a long way, as Golf Committee Chair Jim Beach reminded us during the Board-Committee Chair work session earlier this week. Our golf course has undergone a tremendous transformation in recent years. What was once a challenging facility with many unplayable greens and annual losses of up to $200,000 is now thriving, earning this well-deserved recognition. In 2024, our golf operations achieved a solid breakeven, showcasing beautifully manicured greens that attract players from near and far. It is no wonder the Peggy Kirk Bell Girls Golf Tour has booked tournaments here five years in a row (they will be here again on March 15 and 16). Moreover, we are proud to give back to the community by allowing the high school team to practice on our course and host its tournaments. We are truly making strides together!

Let’s Welcome New Staff: We are also excited to welcome three talented new staff members, each a familiar face in our community, who bring years of invaluable experience to our team. Reese Peck has taken on the role of full-time Compliance Officer in Residential Standards, while Liz McIver joins Lisa Henry in Member Services. Additionally, Allison East steps in as our new Financial Analyst and Accounts Receivable Specialist, succeeding Brenda Jenkins as she prepares for her well-deserved retirement. Reese also wants to share an article about spring cleanup with you, which you can read HERE. In other news, William Patrick, whom many of you know from Member Services, has earned a promotion and will be training in IT to become LMOA's Tech Support Specialist, an area in which he has shown great potential. Matt Kolczynski, known from the Marina, has accepted a new position as Project Analyst. Additionally, Josh Myers, one of our talented Operations Technicians, will specialize in Lake Health. Later this month, we will welcome Law Enforcement Officer Steve Bracciodieta and Jeremy Hall as our Marina Supervisor. With these additions, Lake Monticello is nearly fully staffed and ready to enhance our service to the community this spring and summer season!

How to Get Wildlife Habitat Certified: More great news: There’s a fun and easy way to make a difference at Lake Monticello. The Wildlife Committee is very close to achieving its goal of making Lake Monticello a Community Wildlife Habitat, as certified by the National Wildlife Federation. Your yard might already meet the qualifications without you even realizing it. The Wildlife Committee has currently secured 114 points of the required 150 to certify the whole community. They need just a few more submissions, which will provide them with free resources to help fulfill their duties to the Board. Open this link HERE to learn how and why you can participate. They are so close - can you help, please? Thank you!

Free Native Gardening Program: If you’re feeling a bit unsure about getting certified, why not join the Wildlife Committee for its upcoming educational program? It’s all about native gardening and how to create beautiful wildlife habitats with native plants! Join speaker Ellen Stuart-Haentjens from the Virginia Wilderness Committee at 2 PM in the Ashlawn Clubhouse on March 23. Ellen has a dual PhD in biogeochemistry and ecosystems ecology with expertise in native plants. Studies have shown that when private yards are planted with native landscaping as a habitat for wildlife, these yards support a wider variety of bird species. It’s simple to turn your backyard into a home for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife just by providing certain native plants and water sources. Native plants are easier to maintain as they require lower maintenance, less water, and less fertilizer. We can all contribute to diversity and conservation right in our own backyard! We would love to see you at the event!

PPP Loan & Pool Season 2025 Update: The updates regarding the PPP Loan and the 2025 Pool Season that were in last week’s GM Corner are now available on lmoa.org as announcements under the News section. Our dedicated staff is compiling your questions about pool credits and is committed to finalizing the plan by the end of March. Once the plan is complete, we will address all inquiries in a comprehensive update. We encourage you to send your questions to [email protected], as we are focused on delivering effective communication before the season kicks off on May 24, 2025.

Annual 'Leprecoin' Hunt: Join the Young Residents and Families Committee and hunt for gold on March 16 at 3:30 PM sharp – the hunt moves quickly, so please be on time! They’ll be at Lafayette and Ashlawn parks, dividing the kids into grade-level groups to ensure everyone has a great time (please note, kids should be 13 or under). As you explore the parks, search for coins and trade them in for delightful prizes like candy and toys! This event is another great collaboration with the Student Government Association at FCHS, providing high school students with a great volunteer opportunity. YRF is always in need of enthusiastic volunteers. If you’re interested in joining the committee or volunteering for this fantastic event, please reach out via email at [email protected]. They’re a welcoming group that loves organizing wonderful free community activities, and they’d be thrilled to have you with them!

Free Wellness Clinic: On Saturday, March 15, registered dietitian Cynthia Moore, RDN, will be hosting a new workshop titled “Building Strong Foundations: Nutrition, Movement, Sleep, and Stress for Better Health.” She invites you to join a discussion and presentation focused on making small adjustments in the foundational areas of nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress to enhance your overall well-being. “Improving your habits in just one of these areas can elevate your mood, boost your physical health, and help protect you from early disease,” she explains. The class will take place from 3 PM to 4:15 PM in the Ashlawn Clubhouse, Terrace Room B, located downstairs. To reserve your complimentary spot, please email Cynthia at [email protected].

Save the Date

March 12: Open Mic Night at Bunker Bistro. The place was packed last Wednesday, so reserve a table on time. Visit the bistro's online calendar or join the private Facebook page Lake Music to sign up to sing.
March 28: High school students will assist the Lake Monticello Beautification Corps (LMBC) in refreshing common areas. This event is another great collaboration with the Lake Monticello Student Government Association (SGA)!
April 5: LMBC will host a spring cleanup of Lake Monticello Road, from the Route 53 roundabout to South Boston Road. Participants should gather at the Ashlawn Clubhouse at 9 AM. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a water bottle. LMBC will provide safety vests, gloves, trash grabbers, and bags. The cleanup will take approximately 2-3 hours, depending on the amount of litter. Everyone is welcome to join!
April 12: Community Yard Sale
April 21 - 25: Bulk Trash Pickup

Have a good weekend,

Tom Schauder
LMOA General Manager

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