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THE LAKE WATCH
WWW.PLDA.ORG
 MARCH 2005
 

Preserve Lake Dunlap Association
PO Box 312448
New Braunfels, TX 78130

 

 

PLDA Board of Directors

Kent Kottler,
President
830 627 7665

Julius Grossenbacher,
Vice President
210 601 9040

David DeViney,
Secretary
210 657 2227

Anthony Heye,
210 497 3194

Eddie Kadlecek,
830 609  8523

Ginger Kottler,
830 627 7665 

Ray Kottler,
830 620 1572 

Dan Laroe,
830 626 6616 

Marcus McKean,
830 625 9710

Jody Oppelt,
830 237 6098

Jim Pettinos,
210 344 3734

Sue Pettinos,
210 344 3734

Bob Salzman,
830 606 4125

Tony Sellers,
830 629 4216 

 

From the President’s Corner…

Greetings to all. Hope you read our end of the year report (The Lake Watch, December 2004) so you know how much your directors accomplished this year on your behalf.  If you missed the report, review it on our newly revised website, www.PLDA.org. Not mentioned in the report is that our efforts also helped PLDA see a dramatic increase in the number of members!

Speaking of which, March begins our Membership Renewal drive. Your dues enable us to continue to underwrite special projects and maintain a public “voice” in matters regarding Lake Dunlap. Please, complete the enclosed membership form, attach your check and return both in the enclosed self-addressed envelope. Let your volunteer directors know that you support their efforts on behalf of Lake Dunlap!  

Don’t forget to order your 2005 flag at the same time—the flags are ready, but we have only a limited supply. Last year we had more requests than we had flags, so order NOW.   

It is also time for our annual General Membership Meeting—Friday,

April 1, 2005.  Details are on the back page of this newsletter. We’re serving our usual free beverages and delicious tamales, so don’t be late. 

A major purpose of the General Meeting is to elect PLDA’s Board of Directors for the coming year. A number of current directors will not be returning, so think about serving and encourage others to participate as well. The coming year promises to again be busy, especially as our battle with NBU continues. Serve as a director—help make the Guadalupe River and Lake Dunlap better for us and for those who follow.  

Important too is that the Board of Directors has been working to revise PLDA’s Bylaws. We expect to discuss the anticipated changes with you at the meeting. Be sure to attend. 

This month is my last as your PLDA President. I would like to thank all the current board members for their support and continuous help during the past two years of my presidency. I would also like to thank my wife, Ginger, who helped me with my duties, as well as produced the PLDA mailings including The Lake Watch.

 See you April 1,

 Kent Kottler

 

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Lake Dunlap is open and the GBRA reminds us to… 

KNOW YOUR LAKE 

Recent floods may have changed or added lake obstructions, so enjoy the lake with extreme caution and remember… 

  • All boating and water sports at your own risk. 

  • Get to know the lake as it is now.

  • Lake may contain exposed or submerged flood debris.

  • Channels and locations of previous obstructions may have changed.

  • Be aware of glass, metal, wire or other objects.

  • Remove or report any liquid-filled containers.

Until you are familiar with post-flood lake conditions, the GBRA strongly recommends 

  • No jet skis.

  • No skiing or pulling of water toys.

  • Daylight use only.

 

NBU/TCEQ UPDATE

 Completion of the compilation of the over 500 comments plus several different form letters received by the TCEQ at the July Public Meeting is still pending. We were advised that the process was slowed due to a health problem with their attorney.

 Following the compilation, the permit writer will compose the reply which could require a month or more. After the reply is published, there will be a thirty day comment period. During this time additional requests for a Contested Hearing may be submitted or prior requests may be modified.

 This issue of granting a Contested Hearing will then be put on the commission’s agenda for consideration at one of their twice-monthly meetings. At this meeting, an opportunity for comments will be provided.

 We will continue to provide you with progress reports, by mail and through our website, www.PLDA.org.

  All Hazards Weather Radio with S.A.M.E. Reception

 Have you purchased yours? Our local firehouses are selling them—about $40
—and we will try to obtain a few to have for sale at the April 1 General Meeting.

Don’t forget to use multiple means of communication to keep yourself informed about high water events

Remember: You must personally determine when safety precautions and even evacuation are necessary for you at your individual location.

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 MEMBERSHIP DUES FOR 2005

 ARE NOW DUE

 YEARLY DUES…$40                 $25/SENIORS

 A self-addressed envelope is enclosed.

COMPLETE THE FORM AND MAIL YOUR CHECK TODAY. 

 If you are attending the General Meeting
on April 1, 2005, you may pay your dues
and pick up your flag there.
 

The 2005 PLDA flags are available now…

 2005 FLAG PROGRAM

 Your support for this program is a substantial part

of our annual fundraising program.

 BRONZE PATRON…$50

 SILVER PATRON…$100

 GOLD PATRON…$200

 Just mail your check to PLDA—receive your flag back in the mail.

Order today. 

Last year, requests for flags exceeded our supply!

 Please, don’t forget to include your membership dues with your flag money.

  Revised and ready for you to use…

 Check out the PLDA website…

 WWW.PLDA.ORG 

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 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED—BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 The Board of Directors needs you NOW!
Get involved—help protect your family, your investment and your enjoyment of Lake Dunlap.

 A number of your Board of Directors will not be returning for the coming year. The time is right for you, as a lakefront homeowner, to get involved in matters that concern Lake Dunlap. 

 HOW:  Call any director to indicate your interest and submit your name.

 WHEN: Any time before or at the General Meeting
on April 1.

 The Board of Directors is voted in annually by the membership at the General Meeting. 

GENERAL MEETING
of the

PRESERVE LAKE DUNLAP ASSOCIATION

 Please…join us for our annual General Meeting

 Friday, April 1, 2005, 6:45 P.M.

 Comal County Senior Citizens Center
655 Landa Street, New Braunfels, TX (Across and just down from Albertson’s)

 Tamales, beer and soda will be served.

Texas law does not permit anyone to bring outside alcoholic beverages
into this facility.  Your cooperation is appreciated.
 

Presentations by…

Mr. Tim Horn—Army Corp of Engineers, Lake Manager

Mr. David Welsch—GBRA, Director of Project Development
 

Elections…

PLDA Board of Directors

 Mark your calendars now…

 PLAN TO ATTEND THIS IMPORTANT MEETING! 

 

December 2004 Newsletter


Calendar of Events

Monthly Board Meetings:
Board meetings are generally held the fourth Thursday of each month and are open to the public. Anyone wanting to get involved is welcome to attend. Please contact a board member to verify time and location have not changed.

 

Wright Distributing Company
1509 IH 35 North
New Braunfels, TX
7:00 P.M.