The Ripples: August 2023

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LPOA Committee

Chairpersons

Administrative Committees

ARB/ARC // Judy Alyea

Appeals // Steve White

Election // Barb Burns

Executive // Jon Snow

Lakeshore Townhomes // Sheri Hartman & Jerry Baxter

Lakeshore Condos // Kevin Wiley

Lakewood Bay // Chris Farrell

The Landings // Doug Allen

Water’s Edge // Kevin Ingram

Advisory Committees

Activities // Meg Young

Facilities Development // Emmett McClintock

Finance // Dave Stackelhouse

Food & Beverage // Jahala Kinser

Insurance // Cathy Pec

Lake Use // Scott Lankford

Association Staff

Administrative

General Manager Mark Reid // Mark@lpoa.com

Accounting Supervisor Machelle Seiler // Mac@lpoa.com

Staff Assistant Sherry McNamara // Sherry@lpoa.com

Administrative Assistant Nichole Melvin // Nichole@lpoa.com

Membership Accounting Cari Brown // Cari@lpoa.com

Receptionist Sharri Goodman // Reception@lpoa.com

Community Service

Dir. of Comm. Relations Sean Bachtel // Sean@lpoa.com

Compliance Officer, Department Supervisor

Tim Martineau // Tim@lpoa.com

Community Services Reception

Ann Bellinghausen // Ann@lpoa.com

Communications

Art & Communication Director

Cariann Dureka // Cariann@lpoa.com

Food & Beverage

Chef Eber Altamirano // Chef@logc.org

Argyle // 816-541-2452

Maintenance

Maintenance Manager John Thomas // Jthomas@lpoa.com

Board Members

Board of Directors Officers

President Debbie Stalnaker (At Large)

Liaison to Facilities Development Committee

Email: debbie.stalnaker@lpoa.com

Vice-President Jon Snow (West Lake)

Liaison to Activities Committee

Email: jon.snow@lpoa.com

Treasurer Tom Maloney (East Lake)

Liaison to Finance Committee

Email: tom.maloney@lpoa.com

Secretary Larry Fields (At Large)

Liaison to Insurance Committee

Email: larry.fields@lpoa.com

Directors

Kim Curran (At Large)

Liaison to Food & Beverage and Golf Committees

Email: kim.curran@lpoa.com

Andrew Crocker (At Large)

Liaison to Appeals Committee

Email: andrew.crocker@lpoa.com

Joseph Pec (Multi Family)

Liaison to Multi-family Parcels

Email: joseph.pec@lpoa.com

Dave Petet (At Large)

Liaison to Lake Use Committee

Email: dave.petet@lpoa.com

Rob Regier (At Large)

Liaison to ARB/ARC Committee

Email: rob.regier@lpoa.com

LPOA Office

651 NE St. Andrews Circle, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064

Monday through Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Phone: 816-373-4326

Community Services: 816-373-1500

Website: www.LPOA.com

From the General Manager, Mark Reid

Happy Birthday Lakewood !

As you can tell, the 50th Anniversary Committee, our Art & Communications staff, and the LPOA Activities Committee have had a lot of fun putting together this special issue as well as all the awesome activities planned for this Birthday month.

We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer and we will continue to work hard to assure that Lakewood stays groovy for the next 50 years.

The Grooviest Place to Live since 1973 Peace.

From the Boardroom

Debbie Stalnaker, Board President

Happy 50th Birthday Lakewood! For this 50th celebration edition, I’d like to share some of my personal memories of Lakewood fifty years ago. In the summer of 1972, I worked for Andes & Roberts Construction Company –the original developer of Lakewood. Paul Roberts Sr. had a vision for a master planned community, one of the first in Missouri, that is Lakewood. The original plan for Lakewood included a 600-acre lake, almost double the size of the current lakes with just one dam. They had an option to buy an additional 700 acres to the north. There was one hold out for the land, a “worm farmer” who lived near the current boat storage lot. I was told he was offered $250,000 in cash as well as a new house, but he refused to sell, so the plans changed to include the two dams we have today.

Paul Roberts and Wilmer Andes offered lots to their employees. Lot prices at the time ranged from $5,000 to $25,000. Expensive for the time. My Mother, who worked for Andes & Roberts for 25+ years, was offered a lakefront lot for $16,000. I recall much discussion in our house on whether to purchase it, but at the time, it was more than we could afford.

Construction began on the West Lake. Lot sales were slow as this was just farmland and orchards, and many thought it was too far out. 291 Highway was just a two-lane road at the time. There was a big red barn off 291 that was the entrance into Lakewood. It was later turned into a recreation center.

To spark sales, Andes & Roberts formed an employeeowned corporation called the Maybrook Investment Company, which built approximately 12-15 homes in Lakewood. The second house built was a contemporary, chalet style home at 4510 Lake Drive. The house was designed by a recent KU architect graduate, Roy Browne, who was employed by Andes & Roberts at the time. The house was finished in the spring of 1972 and was featured in the home section of the Kansas City Star. The interior furnishings were designed by KU design students, and it served as a model home. As an employee, I was offered the opportunity to hold open house several weekends. Being in the house was so cool! It was very contemporary for the time. The design features were so unique -all the windows in front, the stone fireplace, a spiral staircase,

Lakewood Property Owners Association Board of Directors’ Meeting

Actions taken July 13, 2023

Approved

• Speed reduction measures from the City of Lee’s Summit for Lake Drive subject to final design

• Policy 14, Common Ground Improvements

• Pending Amendment to ARB/ARC Guidelines, Common Ground Improvements

• Stephanie Atchity request for No Fee Use for Lakewood 50 and older club

• Transfer $10,000 from desilt fund to Operating budget for Prior Aquatic Plant Treatment

• Transfer $10,000 from vision fund to Operating budget for Future Aquatic Plant Treatment

• Direct staff to make minimal repairs necessary for the Storage Lot and to submit budget numbers for the 2024 LIP

• Additional Tree Removal Funds from the Shoreline Erosion fund

Tabled

• Landings Covenant Amendment

• Clubhouse Repair - Auto Owners Insurance Update

• Bob Kelly Appeal of LPOA Policy Regarding Common Ground Modification

• LPOA Election Committee Recommendation

and even a round bed. I was told that over 22,000 people toured the house. One interested prospect was Chief’s Football player, Willie Lanier, who played for the Chiefs from 1967-1977. It was bought by the Gustafson family in 1973 who lived there for 47 years. It is now owned by Nick and Katie Welch, who are only the second owners and have maintained the 70’s vibe of the house.

There is so much rich history in Lakewood, and lots of similar stories to share. This is my story, and how Lakewood touched me fifty years ago. I’m glad to now be a resident and part of the 50th birthday celebration. Enjoy all the special events planned for August!

Special thanks to Paul Roberts Jr. and Roy Browne who reminisced with me and shared some color to my story, and to Nick & Katie Welch.

LPOA/LHC Board Meetings

August 10

• September 14

• October 12

Meetings are at 6:30 p.m. at The Oaks Clubhouse

Lakewood Calendar of Events

August September October

5

Lakewood’s 50th Birthday Pool Party

10 LPOA & LHC Board Meeting

12 Concert on the Rock

26 50th Anniversary Reception

14 LPOA & LHC

Board Meeting

7 Smokin’ in Lakewood

12 LPOA & LHC Board Meeting

28 Halloween/Fall Harvest

Updates Notice of Pending Amendment to LPOA ARB/ARC Guidelines

In accordance with LPOA By-laws, notice is hereby given to LPOA membership of pending amendment to LPOA ARB/ARC Guidelines. The following language was introduced for consideration and accepted at the 7/13/23 Board of Directors meeting. At their meeting on 8/10/23 the Board will again consider this language and vote on adoption. Current language is struck through and proposed language is underlined.To view LPOA ARB/ ARC Guidelines Document, go to lpoa.com/members, login, and click the link under the “Board Room Updates” in the What you Need to Know Section

Clubhouse Construction Update

We have received our Building permit from the City of Lee’s Summit and we very much appreciate the professional cooperation and quick response. We can now proceed on all remaining work on the lower floor, and continue with the upper floor per the plans. We will update via email blast and Facebook as we get the crews reorganized and start setting some dates for completion.

Digital Ripples

Do you receive The Ripples both in print and digitally? Please help us save money and trees by letting us know to remove you from the printed copy. Simply email cariann@lpoa.com.

If you have not been receiving our weekly Eblasts to your inbox, and would like to, visit our website at lpoa.com and at the bottom of the Contact page, click “Subscribe” and enter your email. E-Blasts, which are sent out every Monday and as needed, contain all the need-to-know Lakewood Info and upcoming events.

2nd Annual Summer Block Party

Over 100 LPOA residents from The Shores parcel showed up for the annual party. This event was not only created a sense of community, but the generosity of the group benefited the Lee’s Summit Social Services with donations of money, cases of diapers and 3 barrels of food! There was even a guest appearance by KC Wolf, along with fire trucks, a food truck and ice cream truck. A fun time and ice cream sandwiches were had by all!

New Lakewood Residents Welcome

Melissa Morris

643 NE. St. Andrews Circle

Ross Taylor

194 NE Bayview Drive

Corey & Berit Evenstad

616 NE Burning Tree

Cami Glasgow 3905 NW Redspire

Patrick & Amanda Thomas 4320 NE Walnut Ridge

Joseph Schwarz 312 NW Locust

Michele Duckett

164 NE Bayview Drive

Tate Vickers 263 NE Bayview Drive

Taylor Hill 700 NE La Costa

Maria Fleming 4515 NE De La Mar Place

Michael & Kathleen Salisbury

5508 NE Northgate Crossing

ARB/ARC deadlines are the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. The meetings are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 6:00 pm. All meetings will take place at the Community Service Office, 735 NE Lakewood Blvd.

Home Watch

The Lee’s Summit Police Department offers a House Watch to be used when you are out of town. If you wish to be added to their House Watch List, please contact LSPD at 816-969-1700. Don’t forget to contact the LPOA Office at 816-373-4326 so they can notify Community Services to keep an extra eye on your property as well.

Fall Ball Field Lottery

The Fall 2023 Ball Field & Soccer Field Lottery will be held Tuesday, August 8 at 5:30 p.m. It will take place at the Lakewood Oaks Country Club in Reservations will be needed for this meeting and only one representative from each team will be allowed to attend. You can reserve your spot by emailing Ann ann@lpoa.com. For those who will be unable to attend, you can contact Ann via phone at 816-541-2426 the day after and they will help find you an available field.

ARB/ARC Information

Work Request Form Notice

We have available a work request form to address common grounds issues or repairs. These forms help our maintenance team address issues in a timely manner and keep track of them for future resident inquiries. These can be downloaded by going to lpoa. com/maintenance and clicking “Work Request Form”, or give the LPOA Office a call and we can submit one for you. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!

Pontoon Rentals

Lakewood’s two pontoon boats are accessible for residents to rent. They are available for 2-hour blocks on the weekdays and 4-hour blocks on the weekends and holidays. All-day rentals are available on the weekdays only (excluding holidays). Pontoons can only be rented a month in advance at the earliest. Rental Fees will be charged to your account. Additionally, a $250 damage deposit will be placed on your account and removed once the boat is returned in good condition.

• Weekdays (Mon – Thurs) $27.50/hour

• Weekends (Fri – Sun) $48.50/hour

• Holidays - $60.00/hour

• All-day rentals: (8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m. for each available boat.)

To reserve a pontoon, call 816-373-4326. Pontoons are not considered reserved until Rental Agreement is signed.

50th Anniversary Events

We have two fun events planned for the month of August to celebrate Lakewood’s 50th anniversary, which you can read about in more detail below. We have two Facebook Event pages which you can RSVP through by going to LPOA’s Facebook page, or just give Nichole a call at 816-541-2447.

Birthday Party

Join us Saturday, August 5, 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a fun-filled afternoon at the Cove Pool! We’re celebrating Lakewood’s 50th Birthday with an afternoon of BBQ (available for purchase, provided by ATE1SIX), Snow Cones and Kettle Corn from Coach’s Kettle Corn as well as a dance party with DJ Miles.

Reception

We invite you to join us in celebrating Lakewood’s 50th Anniversary at an adults-only reception on August 26 from 6:00–9:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Oaks Clubhouse. Please RSVP by July 31! Complimentary hor d’oeuvres and cash bar.

Please note, if you have already RSVP’d through Facebook by selecting “Interested” on either or both, please switch to “Going” if you know you will be attending. This is to ensure we have an accurate headcount for both events and for food prep purposes. Facebook.com/LakewoodPOA

50th Anniversary Swag

Didn’t get to snag any Lakewood swag the first go around?

We will be re-opening our online storefronts one last time beginning August 1st! Show off your love of Lakewood and celebrate the anniversary with special edition merch, including stickers, shirts, hats, and more!

Scan to order Stickers

Scan to order Merch

4th of July

Cheers to another fantastic 4th of July in Lakewood!

(Located behind Mr. Goodcents and Lakewood Local, Across from the Fountain)

Lakewood Clubs

Bass Fishing Club

Lakewood Lakes Bass Fishing Club: Join our Facebook group or contact our president, Walter Hammond, at waltfish13@gmail.com or 816-699-1091 to get involved!

Bridge Club

If you have an interest in playing in a bridge card group either regularly or on an occasional basis as a substitute, please email Joe Casebolt using the email address jecase@comcast.net.

Garden Club

No Garden Club Meeting. See you again in September, and cheers to 50 years!

Moms Club

New to Lakewood or lived here for years? Lakewood Moms Club is the way to connect with our amazing community. We have events for moms, kids and families. There is always something happening. Come join the fun!

Membership information:

lakewoodmomsclub64064@gmail.com

Want to hear quickly from someone? Text Alexandra Davison at 314-368-0957.

Pilates Club

Pilates has returned to the Augusta Room for meetings.

Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Barre Pilates/mat Pilates

Wednesdays 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Barre Pilates/mat Pilates

Fridays 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. PIYO/mat Pilates

Barre class size and space is limited because we use chairs for stability which take up a lot of room so check with Cathy prior to attending to confirm availability. While Barre requires reservations, spots are often open but please first check by calling or texting 816-305-0632 or email lakewoodpilatesclub3@gmail.com. Friday PIYO does not use chairs and is walk in. For all classes multiple modifications are cued so everybody from beginners to advanced benefit. Signed waivers are required prior to attending first session.

Sail & Paddle Club

The Lakewood Sail & Paddle Club is celebrating its 21st year of providing “On The Water” access for Lakewood residents.

Family – $75/yr includes personal use for your family and your guests with you.

Single – $50/yr includes personal use for you and your guest with you

Contact Steve Bertken at SailLakewood@gmail.com to fill out the 2023 Membership form. The 2023 Members Welcome and access passcode will be emailed after signup. Online Payment options: PayPals, Venmo, Check or Cash.

Stitchers Club

The Lakewood Stitchers Club meets the second Thursday of each month in a residential home, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Feel free to bring your knitting, crocheting, needlework, or other portable craft. Join us in a neighborly chat, while seeing all the creative ideas. If you would like to learn to knit, crochet, or learn any other needleart, we are happy to provide personal instruction as well. Contact Wendy at wgriffen@sbcglobal.net for more information.

Tennis Club Drop in Tennis

Is an Adult program that meets every Thursday evening at the Main courts on Lake Drive. The time is 6:00 pm. We will have pickup matches and instruction (if requested). So, dust off that racquet and come on down.

If you would like to receive regular e-mails, send an e-mail to Jack McLaren at lakewoodtennis64064@gmail. com. That way you can keep up with all the tennis news in Lakewood.

Any questions about Lakewood Tennis call either: Jack McLaren 816-868-4933 or Steve Winship 816-809-2924

Water Aerobics Club

Note: Water aerobics moved to The Aquatic Center (Cove) in mid July. Sessions will still be at 7:15 a.m. and 8:15 a.m.. Please join us. Questions? Contact Sylvia Gaitan, 816-223-8080, sylviagaitan@gmail.com; or Tam Asplund, 816-805-6247, tam.asplund@aol.com. Water aerobics will be canceled if the temperature is below 60 degrees, and/or there is inclimate weather. Check the daily forecast.

Yoga Club

Yoga has now returned to the Augusta Room for meetings. Please bring your own mat and props. You will be asked to sign a waiver on the first visit. Consult your health care provider for approval before starting a new activity such as yoga and follow any restrictions recommended. All levels of experience including beginners are welcome.

Monday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. medium level class

Wednesday 5:30-6:30 p.m. all levels

Saturday 9:00 -10:15 a.m. active level class

Activities Committee

LakewoodActivitiesCommittee@gmail.com

Follow on Facebook: @LakewoodActivitiesCommittee

2023 Tournament Schedule

5 Fish Limit Per Boat

$50 Entry Fee/Boat + Optional $10/person Big Bass Side Pot

Please check in at least 15 minutes prior to launch East and West Marina to be communicated prior to each date

Saturday August 19th 7:00 AM–1:00 PM

Saturday September 16th 7:00 AM–1:00 PM

END OF SEASON BASS MASTER'S CLASSIC

(Must have finished in at least 3 tournaments during the season to participate)

Saturday October 21st 7:00 AM–2:00 PM

$100/Boat • $20/person Big Bass Side Pot

For more information on Lakewood Bass Fishing contact Tom McFarlin at 816.269.9099 or Steve Allen at 816.808.0303

Lakewood Resource Directory

ATTORNEY COUNSELOR OF LAW

The Horn Law Firm - 816-795-7500

Douglas Horn

CARPENTRY

Classic Carpentry | Kitchens Baths Basements

Home Repair | Electrical | Plumbing

Mike Fanara | Call or text 816-308-6784

CHIROPRACTOR

Lakewood Chiropractic - 816.373.3373

Sara Horn D.C.

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Trey DeRousse – Newmark Zimmer –816-868-0526

COSMETICS

Mary Kay Cosmetics - 816-686-3388

DECK & FENCE BUILDER

Sun Deck & Home - 816-522-DECK (3325)

LW Residents 25 years in the business Winter discount through May

Snow Removal Services

DENTISTRY

Newhouse Periodontics - 816-373-6800

Dr. Nancy Newhouse | NewhousePerio.com

Implant Dentistry • Periodontics • Regeneration

ELECTRICAL

Lee’s Summit Electric, Lamar Smith. 816-695-8548

EMPLOYMENT AGENCY

Vest Professional Placement - 816-282-6288

www.VestPros.com

FINANCE

Drew Reynolds - Edward Jones - 816-795-7529

Drew.Reynolds@edwardjones.com

HEATING & COOLING

AFC Heating & Cooling - 816-347-8388

HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

ATM Home Inspection - 816-886-0186

Home, Radon, Termite, Mold & Sewer Scoping insp. Evenings and weekends available.

IMPLANT DENTISTRY

Newhouse Periodontics - 816-373-6800

Dr. Nancy Newhouse | NewhousePerio.com

Implant Dentistry • Periodontics • Regeneration

Judgements Awarded

Thomas Crowley II (5328 NE Northgate Crossing)

Joshua & Sheliece Knox (411 NE Medford Dr.)

Brooke Dayley & Zachary Lacy (223 NE Bayview Dr.)

Blake Berwald (5477 NE Wedgewood Ln.)

INSURANCE

Kimberly Downey Noble (State Farm)816-833-1180

Bev McFee - 816-525-8558

The Insurance Group

Chris McNair - 816-352-2364

Farmers Insurance

MASSAGE THERAPY

Rich Living Wellness - 816-810-5994

ORTHOPEDICS - SPORTS MEDICINE - JOINT REPLACEMENT

Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance (KCOA)Blue Springs | KCorthoAlliance.com, 913-319-7600

Dr. KC Doan and Dr. Daniel Reinhardt

PEST CONTROL

Mitch Shipman | Bug Baron, Blue Beetle Pest Control, Text my cell at 816-305-8518

PHOTOGRAPHY

Angi’s Art - 816.853.4491

www.angisart.com

VanDeusenPhotography.com | 816-822-9100

Established 1978 | Master Photog | Lori Hahn

PHYSICAL THERAPY

Summit Strength Physical Therapy 816-524-7040

PLUMBING

Golden’s Plumbing - 816-350-2927

Regal Plumbing - 816-368-1550

REAL ESTATE

Kim Glaser - 816-282-4461

KW – Kim Connects HOME Team

Bev Fowler Spencer - 816-289-4654

Chartwell

Marcia Wallace - 816-251-1550 (office)

Reece & Nichols

VACUUM SALES & SERVICE

Mr C’s Vac & Sewing Machine Center 816-833-2300

11808 E. 23rd Street, Independence, 64050 Sells Most Brands. Free estimates on repairs.

VETERINARIAN

Lakewood Animal Health Center 816-373-1098

Lakewood Resource Directory

• Lakewood Resource Directory listings are $10 a line, per month, and available by contacting cariann@lpoa.com.

• Open to Lakewood residents only.

• All charges will be made to your member’s account, on a monthly basis.

• New listings need to be emailed to cariann@lpoa.com by the 15th of the month prior to when you want it to appear in the magazine.

• Your listing will run until you notify us to discontinue publishing.

• Should you decide to discontinue your listing, contact cariann@lpoa.com by the 15th of the month prior to when you want it to stop. (Example: If you ran a November listing and don’t want it to run in December, notify us by November 15.) If notified after the 15th, your listing will run one more month and your account will be charged.

Classifieds

• Lakewood Classified Ads will be $7.50 a line, per month, and available by contacting cariann@lpoa.com.

• Open to Lakewood residents only.

• All charges will be made to your member’s account.

• New ads should be submitted to cariann@lpoa by the 15th of the month prior to when you want it to appear.

• Your ad will run for one month unless you notify us to continue.

July Maintenance Update

John Thomas, Maintenance Manager

Happy 50th anniversary, Lakewood. What a great reason to celebrate all the memories and special moments our association has built over the years. It is a true blessing to be a part of a community where people can get together to celebrate friendship and common ground. Here’s what is going on in your Maintenance Department.

Maintenance Department Activity

• East and West Lake marina dock electrical service maintenance

• Monument and landscaping bed maintenance

• Common area lighting maintenance

• Trash and pet waste station servicing

• Common area and shoreline trash collection

• Playground maintenance and repair

• Sports field maintenance

• 23 acre walking trail maintenance

• Tennis court and wind screen maintenance

• Pleasure dock maintenance and repair

• Marina dock maintenance and repair

• Marina and pleasure dock goose waste removal

• Retention pond water treatment

• Retention pond aerator service

• Clubhouse maintenance and repair

• Resident work request completion

• Swimming pool, spray park, fountain and pavilion maintenance

• Sports court maintenance.

• East and West Lake overflow maintenance and cleaning

• East and West Lake slope mowing

• Common area and parkway mowing

• Common area and parkway turf maintenance

Lakewood Improvement Projects

• Site work for new ELV parking lot expansion

June Community Service Report

Sean Bachtel, LPOA Director of Community Relations

651 NE St. Andrews Circle, Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64064 Phone: 816-373-4326

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