A Sunday contemplation

This stuff never ends!

Beach is closed until further notice. Due to the recent rains we have had, the e-coli levels exceed the Health Department standards.

This is not related to the Aqua Boil Water Order or the algae/weeds in the lake.

And it is already over. This was a strange one.

CWL BOIL ORDER HAS BEEN LIFTED!
This was a small area near Savannash Oaks that was affected.

'The old Geezer" (a smile from Larry Ohlendorf)

An old geezer who had been a retired farmer for a long time became very bored and decided to open a medical clinic.   
He put a sign up outside that said, "Dr. Geezer's Clinic.   Get your treatment for $500.     If not cured, get back $1,000."   

Dr. "Young," who was positive that this old geezer didn't know beans about medicine,   
thought this would be a great opportunity to get $1,000.     So he went to Dr. Geezer's Clinic.   
This is what transpired.   
Dr. Young: "Dr. Geezer, I have lost all taste in my mouth. Can you please help me?"   
Dr. Geezer: "Nurse, please bring medicine from box 22 and put 3 drops in Dr. Young's mouth."   
Dr. Young: "Aaagh !! This is gasoline!"   
Dr. Geezer: "Congratulations! You've got your taste back. That will be $500."     

Dr. Young gets annoyed and goes back after a couple of days figuring to recover his money.   
Dr Young: "I have lost my memory. I cannot remember anything."   
Dr. Geezer: "Nurse, please bring medicine from box 22 and put 3 drops in the patient's mouth."   
Doctor Young:  "Oh, no, you don't. That is gasoline!"   
Dr. Geezer: "Congratulations! You've got your memory back. That will be $500."     

Dr. Young (after having lost $1000) leaves angrily and comes back after several more days.   
Dr. Young: "My eyesight has become weak. I can hardly see."   
Dr. Geezer: "Well, I don't have any medicine for that, so here's your $1000 back."   
Dr. Young: "But this is only $500!"   
Dr. Geezer: "Congratulations! You got your vision back! That will be $500."   

Moral of story: Just because you're "Young" doesn't mean that you can outsmart an old "Geezer"!!!!

A boil order from AQUA (small area)

 What happened? At this point I haven't a clue.  The area is highlighted in pink on the map below. Ken

A busier week for Public Safety!

Candlewick Lake Public Safety

WEEKLY REPORT

Week Ending 5-26-15

Rescue Calls

Public Safety responded to two (2) medical calls this past week. Two (2) Subjects were transported to the hospital.

Vandalism

Public Safety responded to a call of graffiti in one of our parks.

Damage to a home under construction was found by an Officer. This occurred twice to the same home. Graffiti was found. The investigation continues.

Damage to a mailbox in the 2000 blk. of CWD.

Graffiti to a mailbox in the 600 blk. of CWD.

An unknown vehicle drove through a lawn, across a driveway and through an empty lot. NO actual monetary damage was done.

Traffic

Public Safety and emergency units responded to the area of CWD and CWB for the report of an accident of a vehicle going off road due to an unresponsive driver. This incident is suspected to have occurred due to a medical condition. Capron Rescue responded along with the BCSO.

Another traffic incident occurred when a vehicle drove across a lawn located in the 200 blk. of CWD and struck a vehicle parked in a driveway. This occurred around 4:30 am. The suspect vehicle has not been located.

Missing Person

Public Safety responded to the 2200 blk. of CWD for a missing female youth who had walked away from home. An investigation and search was conducted, the youth was located and returned to her home.

Suspicious Person

A suspicious person was observed taking photos of a residence in the 500 blk. of Bounty. Public Safety was summoned and promptly located the vehicle. The Officer met the driver, who was unidentified. BCSO was summoned. BCSO escorted suspect from the property.

Attempted Vehicle Burglary

Public Safety was dispatched to the 200 blk. of Marquette for a report of person(s) having entered a vehicle parked in a driveway. After meeting with the resident, a search was conducted whereupon our Officer located two (2) males trying to enter another vehicle on Winsap St. The suspects ran and could not be apprehended. The BCSO did use a canine during this call.

Please make sure your vehicles are locked while parked in your driveway overnight. I have warned of this on numerous occasions. We almost caught two (2) thieves again this weekend.

Noise Call

Public Safety responded to the 200 blk. of Pembroke Rd. for loud noises due to youths partying in the street, the result of a loud gathering. The revelers did not immediately cooperate with Public Safety. The BCSO was summoned. The noise abated, the party ended.

Disorderly Conduct

Public Safety responded to the Savanah Oaks golf course for a subject who was upset and refused to pay for the 2^ndpassenger in his golf party. The Public Safety Officer explained the golfer’s options, payment was made.

Domestic

Public Safety responded to a report of a domestic in the 100 blk. of Poseidon. Our Officer located the suspect of the domestic walking in the 300 blk. of Talladega. BCSO was summoned. The suspect was arrested by BCSO.

ATVs

Public Safety responded to four ATV (4) calls over the weekend. Please remember, our rules restrict the use of ATVs within the CWL community.

Lake Report

Several warnings were issued for assorted minor infractions. There were no major incidents over the Memorial Day weekend.

Citations Issued: 9

Mowing Citations: 11

Warnings Issued: 15

Bass fishermen (and women). Show off your skills

The time has come again. The 26th annual Catch and Release Bass Tournament will be held Saturday, June 6th. The tournament will run from 6:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Meet on the lake side of the Rec Center at 6:15 a.m. to get signed up and ready to go. I hope the weather is good and the turnout is strong. there are some real lunkers in this lake now ripe for the picking. Good luck!

From the Washington Times

A federal appeals court upheld an injunction against President Obama’s new deportation in a ruling Tuesday that marks the second major legal setback for an administration that had insisted its actions were legal.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled in favor of Texas, which had sued to stop the amnesty, on all key points, finding that Mr. Obama’s amnesty likely broke the law governing how big policies are to be written.

“The public interest favors maintenance of the injunction,” the judges wrote in the majority opinion.

Tuesday... 1 p.m... Rec Center... PICKLEBALL!

Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong.  It is played indoors or outdoors on a badminton sized court.  It is played with paddles and a whiffle ball...2 players on each team.

The next games will be Tuesday, May 26th at 1 p.m. We have an indoor court set up and will provide paddles and balls.

Come and learn this new fun game!

Nothing more important today

Dear Ken,

Thank you for writing to me regarding your position on Senate Bill 1421, which amends the Public Utility Act to consolidate water and wastewater service fees. I appreciate your taking the time to be a part of the democratic process, and I am grateful for the chance to respond to you about this matter.

Water districts are experiencing increased wastewater system costs due to deteriorating infrastructure. As a result, these companies are either foregoing necessary upgrades or drastically increasing rates. Currently, infrastructure improvements are paid for by a small number of customers within a particular community where the upgrade occurs. The upgrade costs are sizable; therefore, a “rate shock” ensues when customers receive follow up billings for services. The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) and other proponents believe that by spreading infrastructure upgrade expenses across ratepayers maintenance upgrades will occur more frequently and will be more affordable for customers. In addition, the ICC supports this proposal because the commission still maintains full discretion to deny rate increases.

However, opponents of this legislation provide a valid argument. All ratepayers will inevitably experience a fee increase, even those that do not benefit directly from the improvements in the wastewater infrastructure. Therefore, I want you to know that I will give serious and deliberative consideration to your position on this issue should this or a similar proposal come before the full House for consideration in the future.

Again, thank you for sharing your perspective with me on this matter.

Sincerely,

Joe Sosnowski
State Representative
69th District

Candlewick Lake Public Safety

WEEKLY REPORT

Week Ending 5-17-15

Rescue Calls

Public Safety responded to six (6) medical calls this past week. Two (2) Subjects were transported to the hospital.

Vandalism

Public Safety responded to three (3) calls for vandalism. The first was a call for graffiti on a resident’s house. The second and third were for vandalism to vehicles.

Barking Dog

Public Safety responded to two (2) calls involving animals. Both were for dogs barking.

Damage to Property

Public Safety responded to two (2) calls for damage to property. The first was for damage to mailboxes and the second was damage to a house. BCSD was also contacted for a report.

Gate Strike

Public Safety responded to two (2) calls for gate strikes. Both were investigated and cause was determined.

Lake Report

A citation for “maintaining a pier” and several warnings for boat numbers were issued this week. Numerous boat inspections were completed, several failed and were re-inspected.

There was one (1) incident of an unruly boater/fisherman. This incident was resolved. We appreciate your cooperation.

Citations Issued: 12

Warnings Issued: 75

Unavoidable

The Candlewick Pool is scheduled to open on Friday, May 29, 2015 at 1:00 PM for the season.

Due to unforeseen delays in the delivery of a new pump required for pool operations, the pool will not be open for the Memorial Weekend.

Paul Folster suggested post

Since we can not put out our electronics for pick-up Paul thought this would be appropriate to post. Good point!

Personal board meeting notes of May 19,2015

Watch for the official minutes in the Candlewick Paper

Meeting convened at 6:30 with attendance of approximately 10

AQUA and other utilities are promoting a bill in the Senate that would cost each of us more without a hearing. There will be information about this in our next Candlewick Paper and we are asked to contact our politicians to stop this from passing. I am not going to go into this lengthy process here.

They also indicate they are planning on a major upgrade to the lift station by their plant below the dam to better handle major rain events. There may be some traffic problems during construction which should be in the fall.

Your general Manager reports even though the new pool pump was ordered weeks ahead there has been a shipping delay and other sources can not supply the pump at this time. Maintenance is attempting to get the pool up and running but lacking the pump we may not be open for the Memorial Day week end. At this point we just do not know. It appears it will be a cool week end so this may not be a big problem but it was scheduled to open for the holiday. All possible is being done to accomplish that.

The Finance Commission had no meeting this month due to the yearly audit in progress. Each year Candlewick goes through a complete financial audit and every few years changes auditing firms for fresh eyes to be sure all is as stated. Regular meetings will start again next month. Finance reports write offs totaling $5,884.54 and accounting adjustments of $413.40.

Savannah Oaks reports the new system of pumping from the sediment pond rather than the well is ready to roll. The course work is going well. Spot spraying of weeds and dandilions is ongoing and more complete spraying will proceed when rains stop.

The clubhouse reports May 23 is a bags tournament, the 24^th is the Memorial Day golf tournament, June 10 Youth Golf League begins, June 20 is Pub Trivia, June 21 is Father's Day Golf outing, and June 27^th is ladies Night.

The Golf Commission is coming into it's own with a good turn out for the meeting. Volunteers are on board to help with placement of out-of-bounds markers, the tournament on the 24^th, some will help run the youth league, and attempts are being made to continue a couples league and start a women's league. The commission also requested the board authorize a fence around the pump to the pump house.

Lake Management reports egg addling is complete for the year, the Kid's Fishing Tournament will be June 21^st from 8:30 a.m. To 10:30 a.m. There has been extensive spraying of the algae. This year it has really bloomed due to the very clear water. Surface and subsurface spraying is taking place. The thrusters are working in the dip and installation should be soon in Fisherman's Cove.

The volunteers planting the bioswales have been working their rears off. I hope everyone recognized the number of back breaking hours these folks have put in working to make our lake all it can be. Volunteers are the backbone of Candlewick and are often unsung heroes.

The Events Commission reports the 4^th of July celebration and parade is set to go. The parade will be at 11 a.m. And the band starts at 6 p.m. Fireworks are of course at late dusk.

The Rec Commission requests the Outpost be rebuilt as a standard building or have it remodeled and repaired rather than replacing it with an open air facility. A park walk about was held with many suggestion of needed repairs and upkeep. T-ball is scheduled to start in June, PickleBall is to be started May 14^th at 1 p.m. For anyone wanting to learn what is said to be a very enjoyable and growing game.

Communications asks for a budget to market Candlewick in Chicago Papers. A lot of people are joining the Candlewick Website, a booth is being considered with electricity at the Boone County fair to promote Candlewick, the Chamber Golf Outing is canceled for 2015. Items for the June paper were discussed.

There has been contact from some property owners about how steep and difficult the ditches are to mow on a section of Constitution. The ditches were set as they are about fifteen years ago during the complete road rebuilding for drainage purposes and there are several areas that have the same problem. We can not change the drainage and can not fix all the steep ditches in Candlewick. The P.O.s can prepare plans and bring them to the ECC for approval but nothing can change regarding water flow and the work would be at their expense.

William Charles plans to start our road construction project June 20^th. They understand our roads need to be open and usable the weekend of the fourth of July and they agree to cooperatively work with the Capron Rescue Squad regarding their building that will be under construction at the same time.

Ground has been broken for the new Capron Rescue Squad facility back by maintenance. There was to be a ground breaking ceremony but to date none has been set by the rescue squad. I am glad to see the building start to rise.

The Dandy Donuts Lakeside Cafe is expecting to have a soft opening June 10^th if all goes well then a grand opening starting June 17th. They have made some major changes to the facility so stop in to see it and try some of the menu. Watch for special coupons in the Candlewick Paper.

The question has been asked in a situation of a corporation owning rental homes who can use the amenities. It was decided to deny then request.

The Inspections and Compliance policy had the second reading and passed with a unanimous vote. This is the policy that puts in policy form the right already granted for admittance to lots to check for things like unregistered vehicles. It also lowers the number of warnings for violations from three to one before a citation is issued. The association may at it's discretion after the citation remedy the problem and charge the P.O. for the work necessary to remediate.

Coley's Coolers requested to be allowed to continue to operate in Candlewick again as they have been in past years. Granted. This is the ice cream truck you see and hear going around Candlewick. Kind of a blast from the past in kinder times.

The property rental cap resolution that had been passed at the last meeting had some verbiage in it regarding fines for unregistered rental homes that could be misinterpreted so an additional clarification was passed.

There has been discussion in the past about getting rid of the Outpost, which is on it's last leg, and repairing or replacing it. It was decided to have three board members and a our rec center director put together a proposal and present it to the board for consideration This is a replacement reserves account item.

A resolution was passed replacing a Public Safety vehicle that has ended it's useful life. Funding is in the replacement reserves.

A Jockey Pump had to be replaced in the Rec Center at a cost of a little over a thousand dollars. It's malfunction was the reason for the false fire alarms of late.

You decide

For reporters trying to cover the opening months of Hillary Rodham Clinton's second presidential campaign, Waterloo, Iowa might be her Waterloo.

On Monday night the Clinton camp held a private campaign party at the home of a wealthy pharmacist in the central Iowa town – a longtime Democratic Party figure – and Daily Mail Online was the only media outlet to make it to the address.

Other press outlets can't be faulted, however: Clinton's aides kept the existence of the party a secret, leaving it off of the schedule circulated to reporters who cover her events in a rotating 'pool.'

Daily Mail Online only found the location after trailing the candidate's motorcade at a distance for an 85 miles trek, at speeds reaching 95 mph.

Candlewick Lake Bulk Garbage Pick Up is scheduled for May 21, 2015.

This means that Advanced Disposal will pick up unlimited “Household items” on that day only. Please keep in mind that every week, you are allowed to put out one extra “household item” with your normal garbage.

Please make sure that your garbage is placed off the roadway and shoulder and is secured.

The following items are not accepted and will not be picked up:· Electronics· Appliances· Car Parts or Tires· Water Softners or Heaters· Any Type of Hazardous Chemicals orWaste Materials· Paints or Oils· Batteries of Any Kind· Construction and Demolition Debris

More friendly faces to observe

One slow year fishing

Earlier in the spring we were doing all right off the dock but now the fishing has just stopped. Some of it is due to the filamentous algae that grows from the bottom making baitfishing very tough. That however doesn't explain my lack of luck when casting. Saturday evening I was casting a slow lure off the pier and I could see a school of six bass swimming. I casted right in front of them and not even an interest shown. I did the same with a couple other bass I saw with the same result. They look very healthy but they just are not interested. Do we now have so many baitfish in the lake it is becoming more difficult or have I just lost the knack? Something is wrong.

Your Sunday smile....

 The Funny Story of the Taxi Driver and St Peter

A priest and a taxi driver both died and went to heaven. St. Peter was at the Pearly gates waiting for them.

'Come with me,' said St. Peter to the taxi driver.

The taxi driver did as he was told and followed St Peter to a mansion. It had everything you could imagine from a bowling alley to an Olympic size pool.

'Oh my word, thank you,' said the taxi driver.

Next, St. Peter led the priest to a rough old shack with a bunk bed and a little old television set.

'Wait, I think you are a little mixed up,' said the priest. 'Shouldn't I be the one who gets the mansion? After all I was a priest, went to church every day, and preached God's word.'

'Yes, that's true.' St Peter rejoined, ' But during your sermons people slept. When the taxi driver drove, everyone prayed.'

Tuesday 5-19-2015 Board meeting agenda

I had to share this

Sent to me anonymously from the garage sale.

Savannah Oaks is looking for women and couples interested in joining the” Women’s Golf League” or the “Couples Golf League”.

Please call 815-765-0111 if you are interested.

Bioswale planting continues

This coming Saturday the plantings will continue. Volunteers will meet at the rec center at 8 a.m to start but join in any time you can spare an hour or two Saturday. 1200 plants were installed last Saturday in the effort to slow nutrient infiltration into our lake. Your help will also save Candlewick money by offsetting our contribution to the grant.
Ken

Dawson Lake Road – Closed, Wednesday 5/13 from 7:30 am until 3:30 pm.

The project was delayed due to the weather.

Saturday for those hungry

Dan and Mary will have their trailer here from Dandy Donuts. this is a chance to meet them if you have not already and wish them the best with their new restaurant endeavor here, the "Lakeside Dandy Donuts." They will be in the Rec Center parking lot.

Scout Pack 77 will also have food available in the Rec Center parking lot.

Garage sales for specific benefits

1625 Candlewick Dr SW - CWL Community Garden Sale Fundraiser - Items: Overbearing Strawberry Plants, Raspberry Plants,
Miscellaneous Items. Complimentary Vegetable & Flower Seeds with Each Purchase or Donation.This is to raise money for our community garden which helps donation fresh produce to the Capron food pantry and to some of our folks here in Candlewick.

1614 Candlewick Dr. - All Proceeds to Benefit the Mending Hearts Animal Rescue - Items: Lazy Boy Recliners, House Plants,
Annuals, Herbs, Vegetables, Women’s Clothing, Baby Items, Toys & House Goods. Something for Everyone

1700 Candlewick Dr. SW - Benefit for “Wounded Warrior Project” and “Feed the Need” - Items: Yamaha Skidoo, Lamps,
Tailoring Accessories, Singer Sewing Machine (Console), Collectables, Much More Miscellaneous

Their NO vote could save us all money!

Candlewick Lake Public Safety

WEEKLY REPORT

Week Ending 5/11/2015

Rescue Calls

Public Safety responded to four (4) medical calls this past week. Three (3) residents were transported to the hospital. Public Safety also responded to a lift assist.

Fire Alarm

Public Safety responded to a call of a fire alarm at the Rec Center. The Fire Department did respond for a false alarm.

Welfare Check

Public Safety assisted a disoriented subject at the East Gate. It was found this person belonged in Rockford.

Damage to Property

The Public Safety Department responded to a residence on Candlewick Blvd. for a glass door that had just been broken. Juveniles were heard laughing while running from the area. A search could not locate any suspects. Please notify Public Safety or the BCSO if you have information about this incident.

BB Gun Damage

Public Safety responded to the 100 blk. of Queens Place for two (2) residences which had suffered damage to a vehicle and a garage, due to having been shot with a BB gun. These incidents are difficult to solve, therefore we are asking for your assistance.

BB guns are not allowed in CWL. If you observe anyone wielding a BB gun, especially in this area of our community, please summon Public Safety so we may follow up our investigations.

Barking/Loose Dogs

Public Safety responded to six (6) calls of a loose or barking dog this past week. Warning notices and a citation were issued.

Garage Sale Weekend

Our semi-annual garage sale weekend is coming up this week. Please use extra caution due to the many visitors and pedestrians using our roadways. Slow down and drive safe.

Citations Issued: 14

Warnings Issued: 31

Mowing Warnings Issued: 128

Free is good!

Lake biologist response to algae inquiry

When he sees it Tuesday hopefully he can come up with a further solution. This is one bad year for algae. Now we have clear water but that helps algae growth. This is a no win.

Ken,

I am aware of the green algae growth this year. The water is so clear and the algae is growing in very deep water.  The Maint Dept has been applying chemical.  Based on their comments to me, the chemicals have been working.  I will be on-site tomorrow before our meeting to take a look myself.  

Thanks for the post, Ken.  Feel free to keep  me informed on what you are seeing.

Joe

Day after thoughts on Mother's day

It is really the little things that matter. Of course our Mom (and Dad) shelter us, clothe us, feed us, and do all the other things that are expected but in thinking about this today a memory popped back from right after Dad passed away and we were cleaning out his things. The kids also remember what a Mom does for others.
 It bothered Mom to see the lines on his calves left by the ribbing in his sox when Dad took them off and the marks stayed for a long time. When I came to the sox I noticed she had taken scissors and made a small snip at the top of each sock between every rib to make them less tight on his legs. She never made mention of this but it is an example of what Moms (and wives ) do every day that is never really noticed. Well, I noticed and it meant something to me.
 Mom will never read this. She is currently in Saint Annes in Rockford after a fall and dizziness. She was transferred there from Swedish American Hospital. She is in the prayers of our family and I hope some of you join in. 
 As she is now in the December of her life, thanks Mom........... for everything.

Congratulations Jake & Katie

Sunday truthful words

Today is all about Jake & Katie!

Today is the day they are joined in an eternal bond. We wish them the best in their lifelong journey and are so proud to have Katie as a part of our family. Blessings upon your marriage!

Jake (grandson) & Katie

Katie & Jake's Elli

Scary, isn't it. Where is the recovery?

Something new at Candlewick!

Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong.  It is played indoors or outdoors on a badminton sized court.  It is played with paddles and a whiffle ball...2 players on each team.

We will be meeting at the gym at the rec center on Thursday, 5/14, at 1:00.  We have an indoor court set up and will provide paddles and balls.

Come and learn this new fun game!

(Thank you Jim and Evelyn for the information.)

The ground breaketh

And the new Rescue Squad facility begins to rise from the earth like the Phoenix from the ashes. 

(Yeah, I know, a little dramatic)

Angry birds!

It looks like they are gaining on it. Jim Brefeld tells me the first week of egg addling they found a total of 48 goose eggs and about a dozen volunteers showed up to help. The volunteers have trickled down and so have the eggs. The last count was 24 eggs in five nests. Jim said this Friday will be the last day for the year and they will be disposing of all the addled eggs that remain. 
 As usual, a great job by the volunteers and thanks to Jim for keeping me (and you) in the loop.
Ken

Bulk pick up after the garage sales

Items not picked up by ADVANCED DISPOSAL

NO ELECTRONICS

NO APPLIANCES

NO SHOWER STALLS OR STOOLS

NO CAR PARTS OR TIRES

NO WATER SOFTENERS OR WATER HEATERS

NO OIL, PAINT, OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS

NO BATTERIES (CAR, BOAT, ETC)

NO CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS

Watershed Grant Bioswale Planting

Volunteers Needed!

The next phase of this project is underway and volunteers are needed. If anyone can assist with the planting, which is a large part of the watershed grant CWL received to improve the quality of the lake and beautify our community, then just grab your gardening/work gloves and join us on Saturday, May 9th at 8:00am at the Recreation Center. This is the first day of planting. Come and help as long as your schedule allows. Even if you just want to see the other volunteers in action, come out and watch. Why not make it a family project. We had kids as young as seven assist with the Firefly Bay plantings a couple of years ago.

Please note that the planting will take place rain or shine!

CWL is credited approximately $22.50 per volunteer hour. Also, this is a federal grant that is administered through the Illinois EPA so the funding is more secure and not subject to any of the state cuts.

Any questions, please contact Chuck Hart, Watershed Steering Committee Chairperson, at 815-520-1796.