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Page 2 Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 GENERAL Manager: Harold O. Paetow HLPOA INFORMATION EDITORS: Tom & Marianne Novak TREASURER: Dee Heavin Office phone: 765-386-7447 PUBLISHER & PRINTER: Office Hours Heritage Lake Community Services, Inc. Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. HLCS Inc. President: Harold Paetow Friday 8:00 a.m. to Noon The Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS POLICY is NO Over the past 40 plus years, Heritage Lake has been made up of negative comments are allowed and all minutes, many exceptional people that have donated their time to the committees if needed are interpreted and condensed by the of their choice. These committee members do so much for our commu- staff of the Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS. nity that many people do not realize the importance of these volunteers The POA office staff, Conservancy Board, Fire and what they do for all residents that live here at Heritage Lake. Many District, Trustees and/or POA Board Members do of these volunteers have been involved for several years and it would be not necessarily agree with any of the material great if volunteers for the future of Heritage Lake, would take a look at contained in the Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS. our Committees for any that you may have interest in getting involved. Only the volunteer Board of the Heritage Lake This would be your opportunity to have a voice and make a difference Community Services, Inc. has any influence on for your community. Each committee has its own agenda, from moni- the policies for the Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS. toring structures built, to keeping our grounds and lake clean including Expenses are covered by the revenue created by future planning of our community. Listed below are the Committees of the sale of advertising in the yearly Heritage which to choose from including the Chairperson over that committee. Lake Telephone Directory and the monthly Feel free to contact the office at 765-386-7447 for information when Commercial / Business Ads & Flyers inserted into they meet. the Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS newsletter. COLLATORS: A&E Chris Pruden Kay Dlugos calls ALL the Volunteers to help Collate the Flyers and Deliver to the Members. Campground Denise Hawkins A BIG THANKS to ALL these VOLUNTEERS. DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS: Clean Up Jeff Blaydes MAIL SUBSCRIPTIONS Government Alan Zerkel Available at $20.00 per year Lake Kent Hoops Advertising Info ON BACK PAGE Planning Brad Stratmann Siltation Duane Kelly Thank you, Ken Rozelle [email protected] or be dropped off at the Clubhouse

Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Page 3 Following are the unapproved minutes of the POA Board of Directors meeting (and condensed by the staff of the Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS). The meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM. at the Clubhouse & is open to all Heritage Lake POA members in good standing. The Board Meeting agenda includes a forum that allows members to express their views to the Board. All members are encouraged to attend. The POA official and approved minutes can be obtained and read at the POA Office or on the HLPOA Website. Heritage Lake POA Website: www.heritagelakepoa.com change “reporting persons” for icide along roads within the County to BOARD OF DIRECTORS MINUTES “Campground – Denise Hawkins and control brush and noxious weeds Government to Tom Novak”. along the right-of-way. August 8, 2016 Attending: Curtis Talbert, Jim John- Presentation of Minutes . . . . . Lake: Harold Paetow reported that the committee is recommending the pur- son, Tom Novak, Neil Schneider, Beth July 11 Board Meeting: chase of 10,600 Red Ear (at a cost Metzger, Rick Huddleston, Ben Fuchs Approved as submitted of $8,000) in the spring of 2017. and Charlie Beard. Staff attending They are asking the Board to establish was: Debra Napier and Ken Rozelle. July 25 Operations Meeting: a “fish stocking” line item in their Also present were 17 members. Approved as submitted budget to pay for this stocking. The Youth Fishing Tournament was a suc- Call to Order: Rick Huddleston called July 25 Executive Meeting: cess with 22 participants and plans are the meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Approved as submitted underway to repeat for next year. A couple of the buoys are out of place Announcements Treasurer’s Report: Month of and will be replaced soon. The Com- July income was $127,865; expenses mittee has been asked to A. Clear Creek Conservancy: were $157,293 leaving a net income “incorporate” the Sailing Club under Duane Kelly reported that the Con- balance of - $29,428. Year to date their ‘umbrella’. servancy will lower the lake (3-4 feet) revenue is $935,562; expenses are Planning: No report. starting October 15. $742,368 leaving a net income bal- B. Floyd Township Fire Depart- ance of $193,194. ment: No report. Board Committee Reports Siltation: Duane Kelly reported that the Siltation Committee has addressed D. Neighborhood Watch: No report. A&E: Chris Pruden reported that they the repaired work for the East feeder E. HLCS: No report. received and approved permits for 3 stream, and awaiting IDEM’s approv- F. HLNAC: No report. houses (GB521 @ 1261, GB20 @ al. They are still looking at ways to G. POA Security: Ken Rozelle re- 1573 and PL 252 @ 1573 sq. ft.), 3 address the tornado damage (timber) ported 18 traffic stops, 5-911 calls, 3 docks, 1 addition and 1 deck. from last year. They will assess the alarms and 1 fight. On the water Campground: Denise Hawkins re- situation after the foliage is off of the there were 13 safety checks on boats ported that everything is going well trees and undergrowth. Duane also and 1 injury. Be sure to carry your for the Campground. Saturday night asked the Board to approve Chris Pru- POA card with you. of Labor Day weekend they will be den as a member of the committee – having a band – everyone is welcome to attend. he has attended the required 3 meet- H. Animal Control: Ken Rozelle reported that on September 10th there ings. The Board approved. Their will be a fundraiser for Animal Con- Clean Up: No Report. next meeting is August 25 at 7:00 pm. trol. The evening will feature a spa- Government: Tom Novak reported Misc. Reports ghetti dinner and silent auction. for Alan Zerkel, because Alan has I. HL-EPT: John Deegan reported been spending the last 2 months ‘On Manager’s Report: Ken reported that thanks to Tom and Marianne No- Golden Pond’. Alan (aka Norman) that the lake will be treated August vak, the Red Cross is still installing has been talking with the “loons”, the 16th and the lake will be closed until smoke detectors in homes, free of local residents of Golden Pond. He 1 pm that day. Activity Center new charge. There are still many opportu- will return to Heritage Lake for the hours are 12 n – 8 pm Saturday and nities for folks to volunteer including August 9th Government Committee Sundays only. Pool is doing great (up Floyd Township Fire Department, meeting (7 pm at Clubhouse) and the in revenue over $4,000 from last year) Putnam County CERT, American Red September Board meeting. You can and will remain open after Labor Day Cross, Putnam County Amateur Ra- see all of the upcoming plays by go- – weather permitting. Ken said Feast dio Auxiliary Communications Group ing to the HLPOA website – im- ‘n Ski was a success, with a special and the Putnam County Health De- portant links – Putnam County Play- thanks to Kent and Bev Hoops, the partment. For more information con- house. Lake Committee and many volun- tact John Deegan. Their next meeting At the August 1st meeting of Com- teers. Ken also wanted to thank eve- is September Presentation of Agen- missioners they approved a $31,000 ryone for coming to Dee’s 30 year da: Agenda approved as amended; contract to Daltons Inc. to apply herb- celebration last month. The new Dep- (Continued on page 4)

Page 4 Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 uty that will be assigned to Heritage Lake is undergoing Join the training and should be assuming his duties later this fall. Ken noted that lately several police officers have moved to Bicentennial the lake and their “presence” is an asset for the communi- Committee ty. of Old Business Forum: Putnam County Paul Forbes asked how many walleye would be stocked – answer approximately 4,000. The Bicentennial Committee of Putnam Mary Ellen Deegan showed some concern the Committee County presents a well-known speaker and Board may have different priorities. She was told that and author, James H. Madison, at Gobin that is NOT the situation. United Methodist Church on Tuesday, September 27, 2016. Dr. Madison will Old Business: speak from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. fol- Walleye Stocking - $2,000 (2nd Vote): After quite a bit of lowed by a book signing. Heritage Lake discussion it was moved and seconded that the POA sup- residents and their children are invited to port the Lake Committee’s Walleye Stocking initiative for attend this event. the fall of 2016 to stock the lake with 4,000 Walleye at a matching cost of $2,000. The POA will spend $2,000 and James H. Madison is a well-known speak- the Lake Committee will spend $2,000. Board approved er and author. The Bicentennial Commit- with a vote of 6-y, 0-n, and 1-a. tee asked him to speak here because he has written two books about Indiana His- New Business; tory – one for young readers. The lec- No Littering Signs: Beth noted that the Clean Up Com- ture should be a wonderful friendly mittee was requesting Board approval to purchase and in- event. stall 10 each 24” x 18” “No Littering – Violators will be Prosecuted” signs around Heritage Lake Drive. The signs James H. Madison is the Thomas and would replace the smaller “Please No Littering” signs. Kathryn Miller Professor Emeritus of Histo- Diane Talbert asked if these signs “had any teeth”. Ken ry, at Indiana University, Bloomington. An assured her they did. The Board approved with a vote of award-winning teacher, he has also 7-y and 0-n. taught at Hiroshima University, Japan, and at the University of Kent, Canterbury, Open Forum England. Jim serves on the boards of Indi- Lois Napier reminded everyone that the Homemakers Club ana Humanities and the Indiana Historical was sponsoring a breakfast at the Marina this coming Sat- Society and as a member of the Indiana urday (August 13th) from 8 am – until 11 am Bicentennial Commission. John Deegan asked if the Board will consider adding other committees as a “line item” for future budgets and he was Jim Madison is the author of several assured that they will consider such. books, including Eli Lilly: A Life; A Lynch- Denise Hawkins asked why the “clubhouse” signs were so ing in the Heartland: Race and Memory in small. She was told that this situation is being corrected. America; Slinging Doughnuts for the Debra Napier noted that there are a lot of realtor and yard Boys: An American Woman in World War sale signs that are laying in tall grass and something needs II. to be done to correct the situation. Jim’s most recent books are Hoosiers: A Adjournment: Meeting Adjourned at 8:07 New History of Indiana, co-published by Submitted by Debra Napier and Charlie Beard the Indiana Historical Society Press and Indiana University Press, for adult read- Board of Directors Meetings: ers, and Hoosiers and the American Sto- ry for young readers. Next Board Meeting is SEPTEMBER 12 th at 7:00 PM at Clubhouse is the alansdt MtheonndexatyOopf etrhaetimonosntMheaetti7n:g00 PM PLEASE SIGNUP FOR THE HLPOA WEBSITE

Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Page 5 TREETOPS (A Bird’s Eye View of What’s Happening) September 2016 In accordance with the Long Term Strategic Plan objective to “to maintain and improve the water quality of Heritage Lake on a sustainable basis” and the HL Clean Water Team’s mission “Tomonitor, maintain and protect the waters and watershed of Heritage Lake. This includes habitat for aquatic animals and wildlife, as well as recreational opportunities for the residents of the community. We will accomplish this by educating members, promoting active community participa- tion, and fostering partnerships and projects that achieve long-term, balanced solutions with mutu- al benefits to all stakeholders. To keep Heritage Lake a place where people can live, play, swim, fish, and boat in clean water,” the HL Clean Water Team wanted to take the opportunity, mid-summer, to remind each of us what we can do to help keep our beautiful Heritage Lake clean and healthy. Best lawn practices: 1. Use phosphorus free fertilizer when fertilizing your lawn; 2. Don’t blow grass clippings or rake leaves into the lake – grass and leaves contain nitrogen and phosphorus that stimulate algae growth and consume oxygen as they decompose; 3. Clean up pet waste and if you regularly have geese lingering (and leaving waste) on your shoreline, consider taking action to deter the geese by placing a heavy cord or rope bar- rier at the edge of the shore between the bank and the water, i.e. geese prefer areas where they have easy and visible access to the water. Invasive species: (zebra mussel, Chinese mystery snail, aquatic plants) 4. If you have had your boat in another body of water, please do the following to avoid introducing invasive species into Heritage Lake: a. Inspect your boat, trailer, and equipment to remove any plants or animals; b. Drain, on land, any water from the motor, live well, bilge, and transom; c. Empty water from bait buckets on land and dispose of unwanted bait in trash – NEVER release plants or animals into a different body of water from which they came. Other clean water best practices: 5. When on the lake, reduce your boat’s wake when it’s not necessary for recreation; 6. Even if you have a solid seawall, consider placing rip-rap that will aid absorption of wave action that can affect fish habitat, algae and aquatic weed growth, and shoreline integri- ty. In addition to the actions noted above that each of us can contribute, the HL Clean Water Team, in collaboration with the Lake Committee, has stocked 5,000+ redear sunfish into the lake this year to help control the invasive mystery snail population. The HL Clean Water Team, as approved by the Board, has also completed a Lake Trophic analysis which measures certain variables related to water health such as algae levels, oxygen levels and water clarity; and supports an on-going volunteer water monitoring program. Other measures approved by the Board and still to be completed include Stream Fish Community, Stream Water Chemistry and Lake Fish Community as- sessments. Let’s each do our part to keep enjoying a clean and healthy Heritage Lake! Submitted by Anita Camic, Communications Team

Page 6 Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 The Clear Creek Conservancy District Board of directors met August 18, 2016 at 10 a.m. at the district’s office. Directors: Present; Brian Waldman & J. Duane Kelly; John Metzger Also attending: Kathy Deer, Administrative and Financial Manager; Doug Clodfelter, Plant Operator and Operations Manager; Chris Schubert; Tom Novak; Curtis Talbert; Jim Hazelwood; Harold Paetow. Duane Kelly moved to approve the minutes of the last meeting. John Metzger seconded. Vote unanimous. Kathy Deer reviewed the financial report for the month ending July 31, 2016. Duane Kelly moved to approve the financial report and Register of Claims, dated July 22 through August 18, 2016. Brian Waldman second- ed. Vote unanimous. Kathy Deer provided a written report. There are no certificates of deposit maturing until next year. The proposed 2017 budget has been posted to the DLGF Gateway. The first hearing is September 15 and the adoption is at the October 20 meeting. Andy Kult has reported that he has the documents ready to file with the court to obtain the tax deeds on the 2016 tax certificate properties. There are 1,366 account locations, the same as last month. The June/July sewer access fees were due August 15. Late fees of $1,693.83 were posted to 292 accounts. There were 62 lien warning letters mailed July 26. There have been 50 lien documents prepared for signature and filing. Discussion of whether to allow certified home inspectors to complete the Inflow/Infiltration inspection when a home sells resulted in the board taking no action to change the require- ment that only Indiana licensed plumbers can complete the inspection. Doug Clodfelter provided a written report. McCullough Excavation completed the driveway improvement project with Doug providing the board with pictures of the rebar installed to reinforce the concrete due to the weight of the sludge hauling equipment. He also provided pictures of the two new 4-inch valves, check valves and bypass pumping equipment installed by BBC Pump & Equipment in LS J1. Doug provided copies of the IDEM inspection of the wastewater treatment plant, laboratory, and collection system reporting that it was pretty good overall but marginal ratings were received due to sanitary sewer overflows caused by the 17-hour power outages during the tornado on July 14, 2015. A marginal rating for inflow/infiltration in the collection system which is common to every gravity sewer collection system was received but noted the district’s extensive camera work and planned budget for sewer renovation work. The inspector was impressed with the maintenance logs and charts Michael Young has created to track the generators, lift stations and Omni Site alarm systems and commented on what a beautiful facility and grounds we have. Special thanks to Don Allen for the great job he does keeping the grounds looking so nice. The results of the inspection do not require a written response from the district. The next regular meeting will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at the district’s office. HLPOA Activity Center The Activity Center will only be open Saturdays & Sundays only through Labor Day Weekend, September 3 -5 and the CLOSE for the season. 2016 POA cards are required for participation. Pool, Wii, ping pong, games and other activities are available. Plus donations of games & craft supplies are always welcome. They can be dropped off at the Activity Center during open hours. ***Special Note: The Activity Center is in need of good condition gently used large table games, e.g. air hockey, tabletop shuffleboard. Donations are most welcome! Call 386-2175

Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Page 7 As many of you know, our summer home was destroyed MEETINGS 3RD WED 7:00 PM AT CLUBHOUSE by fire on July 30thdue to a fire that started from our propane grill. Although it was emotionally difficult to ****PLEASE NOTE**** watch and experience, no one was physically injured and *****IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY, CALL 911***** the kindness and compassion of our Heritage Lake neighbors was remarkable. As we drove away from the *Please DO NOT CALL the POA security line if you have an emergency. leveled house that evening, exhausted, our thoughts went Please, consider coming to the next meeting! out to the beauty and gifts of our neighbors. Wednesday, AUGUST 17th AT 7 PM •Within minutes of the fire starting, we had dozens of phone calls, texts, and personal visits from various lake residents. •Throughout that day, neighbors brought to us shoes, water, dog leashes, and food. •We were comforted with hugs and support from so many people, some of you that we had never even met before the fire. •Two families prepared us a nice dinner that evening. •We even received text and calls for days after offer- ing to help in any way and offering to share your homes. Words cannot express how grateful we are for Heritage FRANK and DAWN CIBOR Lake, not only the body of water, but more importantly the people in our community. As we watched our home burn, we were quickly reminded how fortunate we were that what mattered was completely protected by God. As we drove away that evening, all we could do is reflect on the gift of Heritage Lake. It is a special place because of the community and that was not affected by the fire in any way, but instead grew even stronger. God bless you all and thank you so much for your support. We will miss seeing you in the short-term, but we are rebuilding! The Delaney’s COMMUNITY CANCER SUPPORT Come join us !!! Every 1st Monday The Indiana Bicentennial Where: Heritage Lake POA Clubhouse Torch Relay Sept. 22nd Time: 7:00 - 8:30PM Who: Anyone wanting to learn about fighting Cancer The Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay will zig- zag across Putnam County on or helping others with their journey. Thursday, September 22. For more info or directions please contact: Donna McGinley (765) 386-2530 After leaving Fillmore, the torch will move to Heritage Lake. September 6 - Open Meeting Let’s all join in the celebration! Meet at Floyd Township Fire Station sometime September 24 - Pitch-In Dinner around 7P.M. Wear Hoosier blue and yellow, and don’t forget your Indiana Flag. October 3 - Special Evening: Caring for Caregivers November 7 - Open Meeting COMMUNITY CANCER SUPPORT

Page 8 Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Heritage Lake 2016 Feast-N-Ski Fun Was Had by ALL ! Thank you to all 2016 Feast-N-Ski our Donors. The Lake Committee would like to thank all of you for making our 2016 Annual Fundraiser an Outstanding Success. Thank them with Everyone seemed to have a great time and things went very well. Our annual your patronage! goal is to produce enough funding in order to continue our efforts to keep Her- itage Lake a healthy and safe lake for our POA members. York Automotive Group Anthony’s Pizzeria I would personally like to thank all the volunteers who continue to make this Applebee’s – Avon event one of the most looked forward to events at Heritage Lake. Additionally, Barrow Team Realty this event is not possible without the support of our sponsors and vendors who Butler LP participate and feel that Heritage Lake Members are a valuable piece to the Carpenter Realty – Greencastle success of their business. Please keep them in mind as you consider purchases Casey’s General Stores in the future. Co-Alliance Propane Danville Auto Service A very special thank you to YORK AUTOMOTIVE GROUP for being the title Detro Trailers sponsor of the event for the 3rd year in a row. Endeavor Communications Greene Realty – Roachdale There is not enough space to thank everyone who assisted us this year from H.H Gregg - Avon the water slide, kids casting contest, food servers, K-9 handlers, car show par- Headley Hardware ticipants, auction personnel, skiers and boat drivers, and land and water securi- Heat and Cool ty. But the Lake Committee sends you all a HUGE, SINCERE, THANK Hendricks Power YOU........ Heritage Lake Storage and The Lake Committee is already budgeting the funds from this years event for Garden Supply the health of our lake and ponds in 2017 along with other avenues to enhance HO Water Sports some of our common lake areas. Indianapolis Colts – Brian Healey Indianapolis Motor Speedway POA members are always welcome at our open meetings the 4th Wednesday of J. Stafford – Ski Chairs each month and we encourage input from everyone. Just Add Water Boats Kathryn Caldwell Thank you for your continuing support, Keith & Stephanie Detrude Lane Realty – Danville Kent B. Hoops Locker Room – Danville McCullough Enterprises Lake Committee Chair Meijer – Avon Millennium Lawnscape Pictures by Carey Paetow Old Hickory Golf Course Papa Johns – Avon Pinecrest Marine Pizza Den PNC – Danville Reeder–Trausch Marine Stone Creek Lodge Tri-County Bank Tucker Realty – Greencastle Coins Whiting Custom Homes

Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Page 9 One of our own - Samantha Hoops Heritage Lake Water Skier Samantha Hoops completed her 2016 waterski season with a podium finish at the USA Waterski National Champion- ships in Boise Idaho August 11, 2016. Samantha, who is 10 years old set a new Indiana State Record for most points ever in the Girls One division at the Indiana Waterski State Championships in Syracuse Indiana. After winning the State Tournament, she competed in the Midwest Regional Championships in Wichita, KS. and finished in 2nd place overall and qualifying her for the National Championships in Idaho. Samantha skied well in Slalom and in Trick skiing and finished the National Championships in the 3rd place overall position and was selected by USA Waterski and the American Waterski Association as the most improved skier for Girls One in the United States. If you see her out practicing on Heritage Lake with her little brother Kolten and her Mom and Dad, give them a honk and say congrats to one of our own. Last 2 Bass Tournaments 7.31.16 Jeff Henderson & Buddy Hart 5.375 lbs. No pic Big Fish, Jerry & Jordan Loveless 2.625 lbs. no pic 8.14.16, 1st Robin Alexander & Brian Alexander 7.40 lbs.

Page 10 Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 DePauw School of Music Events: Week of Aug. 29–Sept. 3, 2016 With the first full week of classes, the DePauw School Music event schedule will be back in full swing--including collaborations with the Greencastle Summer Music Festival, First Friday, Downtown Farmers' Market and Music on the Square. Details attached and below: Student Recital Hour Wednesday, Aug. 31 10:20 a.m. Green Center, Thompson Recital Hall DePauw’s weekly recital hour features talented School of Music students—and occasional guests! This week’s guest is New York cellist Dale Henderson, founder of Bach in the Subways, who will perform the joyful Prelude from the Suite No. 6 in D Major by Bach before joining fellow cellist, Professor Eric Edberg for conversation about life, career and BITS. Faculty Select Series: Dale Henderson, cello The Complete Bach Cello Suites Wednesday, Aug. 31 7:30 p.m. Music on the Square, 21 N. Indiana Street For this Faculty Select series event, co-sponsored by the Greencastle Summer Music Festival, the phenomenal New York cellist Dale Henderson performs the complete Bach Cello Suites. Yes, that’s right. All six of them! The suites have a particular significance for Henderson for the way they were revived by world-renown Catalan cellist Pablo Casals, who in 1890 discovered the manuscripts in a second-hand music store in Barcelona and made it his mission to give them new life through performance. As founder of Bach in the Subways, Henderson has made it his mission to reinvigorate and re-popularize Bach and classical music through his own performances, and by in- viting artists globally to play for new audiences with Bach in the Subways, sparking millions of singular moments of musical discovery worldwide. Refreshments will be offered with Wednesday’s program. Get tickets here. Instrument Petting Zoo, First Friday, Sept. 2, 6–8 p.m. Farmers’ Market, Saturday, Sept. 3, 9 a.m.–noon Music on the Square, 21 N. Indiana St. Want to hold a tuba that’s bigger than you? Ever wonder how violins make that beautiful sound? Feel like rocking out on the drums? Join us at Music on the Square to get up close and personal with the instruments that create beautiful music. Learn about the history, sound and purpose of each instrument while getting to play them—and find out about enrolling for lessons in M2’s Community Music Program! See www.heritagelakepoa/Important Links/Community site for details BIG GARAGE SALE TO BENEFIT 2017 KIDS COUNT CHARACTER DAY CAMP!!! YOUR STUFF IS GREATLY NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY SALES, SEPT 15-17! If you're not having your own garage sale for our HL Community Sales & have \"stuff\" you don't want or need, please donate to our special children's benefit, the Kids With Character Day Camp! OUR SALE IS AT THE POA CLUBHOUSE LOWER LEVEL THURSDAY, FRIDAY, & SATURDAY, SEPT. 15, 16, & 17! Your \"treasures\" (we love children's clothes, housewares, knick knacks, etc. but already are over- flowing with adult clothes, so no adult clothes, please!) are welcome at the clubhouse Monday thru Wednesday, Sept. 12-14, during POA Office hours. For special donation arrangements or to volunteer (help is always welcome & needed), please call Cindy, 386-6338. Tell your family members & friends that their \"treasures\" are welcome too! PLUS FOOD CONCESSIONS (GRILLED HAMBURGERS & HOT DOGS ETC) ARE AVAILABLE ALL 3 DAYS! COME ON OVER!!!

Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Page 11 FOOD FOR THOUGHT: WHAT WAS AMERICA’S “FIRST LOVE”? open discussion on life’s meaning. The course is free of charge. It is being hosted again this year at Canaan Community Church. Get more information at canaan-church.org. Bible Study Group meets every Wednesday, WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY 9:30 AM to 11:00AM at the CLUBHOUSE. FRIDAY’S at 7:00 PM in the CLUBHOUSE small Meeting Room.

Page 12 Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Heritage Lake Emergency Preparedness Team For additional information contact John Deegan [email protected] 317-846-2979 Meetings: 1st Thurs 7:00 PM—8:30 PM at the Clubhouse SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH September is recognized as National Preparedness Month, which serves as a reminder that we all must take action to prepare, now and throughout the year, for the types of emergencies that could affect us where we live, work, and also where we visit. The first – and best – thing we can do to prepare is make a family emergency communication plan because your family may not be together if a disaster strikes. Consider the following for your family Emergency Communication Plan: How will my family/household get emergency alerts and warnings? How will my family/household get to safe locations for relevant emergencies? How will my family/household get in touch if cell phone, internet, or landline doesn’t work? How will I let loved ones know I am safe? How will family/household get to a meeting place after the emergency? The Heritage Lake Emergency Preparedness Team, working with several Heritage Lake committees and the Putnam County Emergency Management Agency, created a simple Family Disaster Plan template and it can be found on Page 3 of the 2016 Heritage Lake Telephone Directory. If you have not filled in the simple information on the Plan, please do so as soon as you can: Emergency Meeting Place (outside your home) Does everybody know where to go if they have to evacuate your home? This could be as simple as going to a friend’s home or meeting in the parking lot of the Marina – but everybody should know IN ADVANCE where they should meet. Meeting Place (outside your neighborhood) If you are out and can’t return home, or have to evacuate the neighborhood, you and your family should know where to go to be reunited. Consider use of a large area such as a store parking lot. Family Contact Person (Name and telephone number) You should consider establishing an out of town relative and a second contact person as the individual who would be called by your family members in the event of a disaster, especially if they are separated from you. It is often easier to make calls out of a disaster area than within the disaster area. Your contact persons would be able to gather information on where your family is, their condition, and other pieces of information that would help reunite your family. Everyone in your family should know this information – including your school-age children. For severe weather notifications, the Emergency Preparedness Team recommends every home be equipped with a Weather Radio. These radios receive NOAA weather alerts and are easy to set up. They can be purchased at many retailers and on-line. While we do not usually recommend any one device, an example is the Midland WR-120 weather radio. This device can be programmed to alert you of impending weather in our county. Some versions of this radio can also be programmed to provide alerts for surrounding counties. All are AC powered and have battery backup capabilities. In closing this month’s column, the EPT asks everyone to create their disaster plan. While we all hope that it will never be used, a few minutes of preparation could save untold hours of uncertainty.

Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 Page 13 by Marianne Novak On August 16, we held our first meeting of the 2016-2017 year. Penny and Donna McGinley served us a picnic lunch of pulled- pork sandwiches, pasta salad, watermelon, chips, and three desserts. We laughed as we shared our \"cooking disasters\" for roll call. Our lesson, given by Marianne Novak, was titled: \"How Full is Your Glass\"? We were reminded that optimism is the single most important trait in keeping your glass full. Most of our meeting was spent recapping our last three main events of the summer: Safety Day Fund-Raiser in June, Family Fun Day at the Putnam County Fair in July, and the Marina Breakfast in August. We approved our budget for the new year so \"let the spending begin\"! We hope that you will join us on September 22 for a Bi-centennial Torch Ceremony. Bring your Indiana Flags, and meet us at Floyd Township Fire Station no later than 7 P.M., as the torch-bearer is expected to ride on a horse from Fillmore to Heritage Lake, and then proceed to Baker's Bridge in Bainbridge. Our next meeting will be lunch served at 11:30 on September 20. Hostesses are Sharon and Kathy. The lesson, Gardening with Herbs, will be presented by Audrey. Up-coming dates: September 8 County Council Meeting @ 7 P.M. September 14 Fall District Meeting September 20 HHH Monthly Meeting at 11:30 A.M. September 22 Bi-Centennial Torch Ceremony at Floyd Fire Station (around 7 P.M.) September 29 Achievement Night at the PC Fairgrounds, 7 P.M. Heritage Lake Book Club by Marianne Novak Three new members joined our group in August. We welcome Kay Owens, Becky Marksberry, and Mary Ann Mendez. What a pleasant surprise! London author, Jojo Moyes entertained us this month with her novel, Me Before You. Moyes' selection was nominated book of the year in the U.K. Our group agreed that you either liked this book or you didn't; there was no in-between ground. Yet, we all liked the main character, Lou. She is charming and quirky, with a heart of gold. It's too bad none of the other characters treated her well. The question that Lou tried to answer was: What do you do when you try to make the person you love happy, and at the same time this means breaking your own heart? We rated the book 3.4. Up-coming book club dates: September 14 The Memory Man by David Balducci October 12 An Undisturbed Peace by Mary Glickman November 9 The Sound of Glass by Karen White Join us for a lively discussion or to borrow books from the bookcase in the Small Conference Room. (Julia Prather, 386-2431) Heritage Lake Garden Club by Gloria Smith Proud, that's how the Garden Club members felt after our August 11th meeting. We had four members participate in the Putnam County Fair: Donna Wilson, Audrey Birtchman, Marianne Novak and Ruth Everts. The ladies entered Flower and Herb Specimens, Artistic Arrangements and Fairy Gardens, for a combined 4 Grand Championships and several first, second and third place ribbons. Congratulations to all. Several business matters were discussed - upkeep and care of our various gardens, future plans and need for markers for club house garden boxes. WE NEED YOUR HELP - If you know of a Memorial Garden Tree that no longer has a marker, please contact Donna Wilson, 386-2702, and provide the name and dates needed for replacement. Many will remember that years ago, we had a map, under glass, that contained all names and information at Club House entrance. If you know of its where about, please let us know. The next meeting will be on September 8th. Members and others wishing to join us, please be in the CLUB HOUSE PARKING LOT EARLY - 8:30 AM to carpool to Martinsville for lunch out and a visit to Hunters Honey Farm. See you then.

Page 14 Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS EMAIL > [email protected] SEPTEMBER 2016 FOR SALE: The Marina and Clubhouse Office cur- HLPOA Board of Directors Meeting rently has the yellow trash bags in stock. They are a September 12 at 7:00 PM at Clubhouse heavy duty large trash bag with a 25 ct. per roll for HLPOA Board of Directors Ops Meeting $10.00. All proceeds go Putnam County Kids Count September 26 at 7:00 PM at Clubhouse CCCD Board of Directors Meeting FOR SALE: MAINSTREAM 9.5 ft. Kayak; bow Sept. 15 at 10:00 AM at the Conservancy Bldg. and stern carrier handles; padded seat w/ adjustable backrest; keepers foot brace system; bungee deck HELP NEEDED: rigging; paddle and kayak cover included. $150.00 Ph:765-386-7601 FOR SALE: 3’X5” Trailer, New Tires, New Bed, New Sides, New Paint. $350 Call 765-386-7288. FOR SALE: Kawasaki 110 kids dirt bike, Very good condition. Call 317-627-2430 FOR SALE: 2009 Honda CRF 150 F Dirt Bike. Like new, less than 20 hours. $1,900. 386-5450 WANTED: Good gently used donations of large ta- ble games, e. g. air hockey, tabletop shuffleboard, for the Heritage Lake Activity Center. 386-2175. FOR SALE: Commercial plumbing drain snake, general RT-64, class A, (levition GT-CI) 40 to 50 ft. snake, good size pump (don't know size) Live in Danville can meet to show. COST: $100 CALL - Larry at 317-935-8166 FOR SALE: C/D Dual Cassette Karaoke Optimus, great condition, (4) microphones, (7) music CD's, live in Danville, meet to show. COST: $125 CALL Larry at 317-935-8166 FOR SALE - Row/Fishing Boat 13 1/2 foot All-Aluminum V-Hull in good shape. $250 or best offer. Call Gary at (317) 460-5403 . . . is an ongoing sale to benefit Kids Count, sponsor of the annual Character Day Camp held at Heritage Lake each June. All rolls are $10 ea. These bags are available at the POA OFFICE. & MARINA contact Cindy (386-6338) or Jan (386-2175).

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