From the Boardroom

from The Ripples: June 2023

Summer is here and everything is looking fantastic in Lakewood. The Association is spending more on common ground care this year and so far we are seeing the merits of this new program. This has also allowed the Golf Course maintenance staff to focus on just the golf course grounds this year and that program is paying off as well. The proof is what everyone sees as the drive down Lakewood Boulevard or Fairway Homes Drive or Lake Drive or even Gregory. The drought we experienced in the first quarter of this year made for a slow start to spring, but we sure accelerated in late May with the perfect amounts of rain, temperature and sunshine. While everyone begins to enjoy the start of summer, including all of the amenities such as the pools, playgrounds, ball fields and more, I want to remind residents of one of the largest amenities available to them next to the lakes, which would be the Golf Course. When we use the word amenity, we understand that it has several definitions. Whereas one definition is “something that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment” as in providing residents with basic amenities. An additional definition is “The quality of being pleasant or agreeable” as in the attractiveness and value of real estate or of a residential structure. We know that pools are an amenity as they provide enjoyment and the facilities are pleasant and agreeable which adds value to the community. Pools are funded through LPOA member dues and the sales of guest passes. The Golf Course is an amenity as it provides enjoyment and value to the community yet it is funded solely by golf member dues as well as fees from guest and LPOA member golf play.

Terry White, Outgoing President

It is finally summer in Lakewood! Many residents will tell you all that Lakewood has to offer in the summer is the reason they chose to call Lakewood home. You can live “on vacation.”

Lakewood Property Owners Association Board of Directors’ Meeting

Actions taken May 11, 2023

Approved

• Direct Staff to initiate vote of Landings Parcel Owners to amend supplemental DCC&R

• LPOA Policy 5 Amendment

• Lake Drive traffic study application to be submitted by GM to City of Lee’s Summit

• By-laws amendment, clarifying Maximum Annual Assessment formula matches language in parent document

• Main lake treatment of aquatic vegetation

• Policy 3 amendment - procedure to expend LPOA Committee funding

The lake. A favorite amenity. The lake is here for all of us to enjoy. Maybe your enjoyment is simply the beautiful sunset views it offers us on summer evenings or the spectacular views of a full moon shining down on the water. If you are out on a boat, your own or a rental, your LPOA website offers a short simple course on boating basics. If you have not done so already, take the time to review it for your safety and the safety of others. Know the rules for lighting after dusk so you are visible to others. This includes paddle boards and kayaks. Public service announcement: docking lights, that look like headlights, are not running lights and should not be used for cruising on the lake!

The pools. What an extraordinary opportunity we have with our three pools in one neighborhood! Each one has its unique characteristics and something for all young and old.

I could go on… ball fields, playgrounds, tennis, pickleball, basketball, pavilions for hosting summer events. All are available to all residents.

If your neighborhood is not yet planning one, please have a block party. We have had so many new residents

LPOA/LHC BOARD MEETINGS

• Election of Officers - President Stalnaker, Vice President Snow, Secretary Fields, Treasurer Maloney

• Direct Staff and Legal to initiate vote for termination of Birkdale Parcel supplemental DCC&R’s

• Lakewood Bay expenditure of budgeted funds for parking lot resurfacing

• Re-assignment of Steve Wynn’s marina slip position

Tabled

• Clubhouse Repair - Auto Owners Insurance

Denied

• Laura Colvin request exception to Rules and Regulations 4.020, Proof of residency to Lakewood the past few years. Just look at the lists each month in the Ripples. The Lees Summit Police Department recommends block parties to get to know your surrounding neighbors.

Enjoy your summer, be safe, be considerate and make memories! Oh, and have that ID available.

This will be my last Ripples article as the board welcomed three new members at the May board meeting. It has been my honor to serve this community.

June 8

July 13

August 10 Meetings take place at 6:30 p.m. at The Lakewood Oaks Clubhouse.