Alerts Attention watercraft owners - early lake lowering Notice: Due to the deteriorated condition of the downward slope of the east dam, resulting from the 9/14/08 rain event, and after consultation with our engineer and the IDNR, the lake will be lowered one foot as a precautionary measure effective October 15, 2008. Watercraft owners that need to remove their boats from the lake, should do so by October 15, 2008.

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  News Illegal Dumping on LDPOA Property It has been reported that yard waste, household trash and other debris is being dumped on outlots and other LDPOA property. Be advised that the use of LDPOA property in such a manner is illegal and subject to arrest and prosecution. Anyone that has information pertaining to the person or persons dumping trash and debris on LDPOA property is urged to contact the LDPOA at 219-696-0771. The LDPOA offers a $300 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of violators.

REMINDER FOR BOATERS WITH KEYS For those residents who requested and received a boat ramp key for the watercraft season, the deadline for returning your key is November 15th. Please secure the key in an envelope and either drop it off at the LDRWD office or mail it to:

LDPOA - Watercraft 4665 Main Street Lowell, IN 46356

Note to mailers – to prevent damage to the envelope and loss of the key through the automated mailing system, it is recommended that the key be sent using a USPS approved mailer and that the contents be insured as outlined in the letter you were issued with your key.

Upon receipt of your key, a refund of your $75 deposit will be mailed to you. NOTE: KEYS NOT RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 15th WILL RESULT IN FORFEITURE OF YOUR DEPOSIT AND WATERCRAFT REGISTRATION RIGHTS. WEEKLY "CURBSIDE" LEAF COLLECTION IS UNDER WAY
No Bagging, No Burning, No Pollution!

When:
Starting October 27th (pick-up day may vary each week due to weather, volume of leaves, etc.) through December 5th.

Where:
All Dalecarlia and Fairways streets within the boundaries of 153rd Ave, 161st Ave / Main St, Clark St and Colfax St.

What to Do:
Pile leaves (no branches), un-bagged, within 5 feet of the street where they will be vacuumed up as part of the Lake County Solid

Specifics:
The program is being limited to only two collection trucks this year so Bob's Tree Service will make a complete pass through each of the (4) unincorporated areas using both trucks before moving on to the next area. The cycle will then repeat. We are area #4 and will therefore be last on each cycle. It is anticipated that each area of the (4) areas will be picked-up twice during the 7-week program; however, due to the uncertainty of how many days each area will take to complete there are no specific dates as to when pick-up will occur for Lake Dalecarlia and the Fairways. It is recommended that you have your leaves gathered and placed along the edge of the roadway (unbagged) so they can be picked up when the trucks reach our area.

Who to Contact:
For specific details about the collection program for our area please call Bob's Tree Service at 219-962-8332.

Leaf Burning Facts:
Every 5 pounds of leaves burned emits about 1 pound of pollution into the air, including volatile organic compounds and carbon monoxide. Ash from burning ends up in our lake and soil, creating more pollution. Smoke from burning exacerbates health problems like asthma, bronchitis and emphysema while causing mild eye irritation and severe congestion in healthy people.

Volunteers Needed We have an ongoing need for volunteer support for a variety of interior and exterior projects requiring carpenters, electricians, concrete workers, gardeners and general labor. Also, a number of our standing Committees need additional members. PLEASE consider donating your time for one or more of these vital projects. Donated time keeps our costs down which in turn helps control the Annual Assessment. Interested volunteers may call 219-696-0771 or e-mail poaboard@lakedalecarlia.org. Leave your name, telephone number, availability and the type of work you are able to do and/or the committee you would like to serve on.