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Tuesday, June 10, 2014

See anything wrong with this?


From the Chicago school system. Kind of tells the story.
Ken

Karl Steiskal the bear hunter

 Well, I just received a call from Karl. It seems last night he was letting his dogs out and they were whining and not wanting to go. Then he heard a growl from the next door neighbor's yard. The bear was there. Karl couldn't see it but he called 911 and they dispatched a deputy. By the time he got there the bear had moved on. Karl swears he wasn't drinking. (kidding Karl) Today his dogs are still skittish.
  Where will he be next? Who knows, but I would love to see him. (The bear I mean)
Ken

If you haven't heard

Officer Bruno... litter enforcement patrol
The bear was in Candlewick as of 10:30 Monday night. He (or she) was in the 1200 block of Candlewick Drive. Is the bear being called in as reinforcement for Officer Tom? Do we now also have Officer Bruno patrolling our streets?
Ken

Monday, June 9, 2014

A point to ponder


Since light travels faster than sound, some people appear bright until you hear them speak.
Candlewick Lake Public Safety
WEEKLY REPORT
Week Ending 6/9/2014
Rescue Calls
Public Safety responded to the 100 block of Poseidon for a report of a suicidal subject who left the residence, was found and returned home.
Public Safety responded to the Rec Center for resident child with neck pain.
Public Safety responded to the 100 blk. of Quincy for a subject having a seizure. This person was transported for further care.
Public Safety responded to the 200 blk. of Gables for a subject with low blood sugar.
Criminal Damage
Public Safety responded to the 200 blk. of Briar Cliff for the report of damage to a vehicle.
Traffic Accident
Public Safety responded to the area of the East Gate for a 3 car vehicle accident. BCSO was summoned.
Theft Report
Public Safety responded to the Marina for a report of theft of gasoline from a boat.
Domestic Disturbance
Public Safety responded to a domestic disturbance located on Tamarack to assist the BCSO Officers.
Noise Complaints
There were multiple noise complaints throughout CWL over the weekend. Please be more considerate in the future.
Citations Issued 13
Warnings Issued 24

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Saturday's Catch & Release Bass Tournament... Thanks to Barb Appelhans for the pictures... Sorry for the quality, I couldn't get them to enlarge and place correctly. Ken










Your Sunday smile

Dear Heavenly Father, 
So far, today, I've done all right. I haven't gossiped or lost my temper. I haven't been greedy, grumpy, nasty, or self centered. I'm really happy about that so far. But in a few minutes I'm going to be getting out of bed and then I'm going to need a lot of help. Thank you! Amen

Saturday, June 7, 2014

Monday and Tuesday spraying

IMPORTANT NOTICE!
On June 9 and 10 2014, weather permitting, there will be designated areas of the lake chemically treated for weeds and algae.
The following restrictions should be noted if using water from the lake:
Drinking water for humans 3 days
Drinking water for pets for 1 day.
No irrigation for grass or flowers for 3 days.
No irrigation for food crop (vegetable gardens) for 5 days.
***There is no restriction for fishing and swimming.
***This does not affect your water supplied by Aqua Illinois.

Cancellation today

Wacky Golf has been canceled for today, June 7th

Thursday, June 5, 2014

LOOKIN' GOOD!

FIREWORKS DONATIONS UPDATE
Have You Made A Donation Yet?
Only One Month before the CWL’s Biggest Party of the Year!
$1,201.00 has been collected to date. This is a great start and many thanks to those who have already made a donation. We would like to surpass last years’ total of $3,146.00 to ensure a fantastic show for all. If you have not yet donated and would like to do so there are forms available at the Admin Office and Recreation Center. All donations (for those who complete a form), names only, are being listed at the Recreation Center and will also be published in the August CWL newspaper. There are also donations jars located at the Administration Office, Recreation Center And Savannah Oaks Club House were donations are being accepted without completing a form.
All fireworks donations need to be received by June 27th!
All CWL Independence Day Activities will take place on
Saturday, July 5, 2014
(Sponsored by the CWL Events Commission)

UPDATE!

The Outdoor Playtime Cardio Boot Camp class location has changed. Class will be held at the Rec Center instead of the Outpost.
Michelle Vronch
Parks & Recreation Director
815-765-1943

Dandy Donuts

 Another action by your board Tuesday evening was to allow Dandy Donuts to bring a mobile unit to sell donuts at specified Candlewick events. The donuts will be freshly produced right at the unit so they will be warm and delicious. The franchise owners live here in Candlewick and wish to donate part of their proceeds to Candlewick to use as we see fit. Their store is located on East Riverside in Rockford and has been very successful. I wish them all the best and appreciate their kind donation to our community.
Ken

Wednesday, June 4, 2014



The goose is cooked!

It came as no surprise to me when the resolution was passed last night authorizing the Goose Round-up. When a goose produces more feces in a day than an average human something has to be done. To me they are a safety hazard, an added yearly expense for us, and make some public areas aesthetically disgusting.
The goose count came in at over 50 and the vote was unanimous to proceed. The meat will go to food pantries.
Ken

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Candlewick Lake Public Safety
WEEKLY REPORT
Week Ending 6/1/2014
Rescue Calls
Public Safety responded to the 600 block of CWD for a report of an infant possibly having something stuck in his throat. The child was fine upon the arrival of rescue.
Public Safety responded to the Rec Center for resident pedestrian who was attacked by 2 dogs. The resident was fine, the owner of the dogs was cited.
Public Safety responded to the 200 blk. of Gables for a subject not feeling well. This person was transported for further care.
Criminal Damage
Public Safety responded to the 200 blk. of Talladega for damage to a mailbox.
Public Safety responded to the 200 blk. of Briar Cliff for the report of damage to a vehicle.
Traffic Accident
Public Safety responded to the Rec Center for a “hit & run” traffic accident.
Public Safety responded to the area of the South Gate for a vehicle accident. The Officer assisted with traffic control.
Illegal Dumping
Public Safety responded to the 100 block of Drew Ct. for a report of possible illegal dumping.
Found Bicycle
Public Safety responded to Highland Valley Green for a bicycle which had been found off shore, in the Lake. The bicycle was recovered and placed in storage for the possible return to its owner.
Citations Issued 20
Warnings Issued 18

Not sure if the links work

Go to the CUB page if the links aren't active. Ken

Monday, June 2, 2014

WOW... a beautiful shot

Barb Appelhans and (pilot) Dale Mediema took a ride in an open cockpit plane over our beautiful community last weekend and Barb took lots of shots of our area. Below is one of the Rec Center peninsula. Very nice.
Ken

Sunday, June 1, 2014

Opportunity knocks


Special meeting

June 3, 6 p.m. at the Rec Center there will be a short board meeting. The only purpose of the meeting is to vote up or down the resolution regarding the goose round-up. I do not know the geese count at this point but we were told if there are not at least 15 counted there will be no round-up. I can not imagine not having that many so the vote will come.
Ken

From Karen, our Candlewick Missionary