Papoose July05.indd - Lake Mohawk Country Club

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Papoose July05.indd - Lake Mohawk Country Club
A Publication of the Lake Mohawk Country Club Since May 1929
July 2015 • Volume 80, Number 7
PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES - LETTER
MID YEAR REPORT 2015
As we mark the end of another school year, it is a good time to report on our own progress
at Lake Mohawk Country Club.
The Reserve Study Task Force and the Strategic Plan Committees, headed up by Phil
Marcellus and Harry O’Grady respectively, presented their recommendations to the Board
of Trustees in May. We thank them both, as well as their teams of volunteers. You will hear
more about these initiatives in the coming weeks. They are both critical to the legacy and the
future of our community.
The Capital Reserve Fund is necessary to protect the infrastructure of our community. This
fund will ensure that LMCC has the dedicated resources to repair and replace buildings,
roads, the Boardwalk and other capital assets. The establishment of this fund will reduce
financial shortfalls and surprises for all of us.
The Strategic Plan is an outline of the big picture plan for the growth and
improvements for our community. This plan will ensure that the Membership, the
Board of Trustees, the Management Team and all volunteers are working toward the
same goals and share the same vision.
You will receive a letter to your home outlining the meeting dates and times to discuss both
of these programs, which will be voted on at the Annual Meeting on Saturday, November
7 at 9am. We strongly urge you to attend one or more of these meetings. We need your
support and want your feedback.
Additional projects that are currently underway include*Thanks to the generous donations from local businesses and our Membership, we have
raised nearly $30,000 in donations for our Members Room. Work is underway and we
look forward to a great room for all of our members to enjoy! In the interim, do visit the
new Mohawk Room.
* Work continues on the Upper Beach. The treatment of the lake and hydro-raking will
continue throughout the season. Thanks to everyone for their work on this project. This
is a top priority for all of us. The Lake Committee, under the direction of Steve Waehler,
continues to work on a long term strategy for the care and wellbeing of all of our lakes.
*Our goal is to bring all Member accounts current. We have established a monthly billing
policy, as well as a more effective collection policy. Having all of these accounts up to date
serves all Members. We have also successfully transitioned to an in-house accounting system.
Further, all of our Beach, Dock and IntraClubs that are using our tax ID number have been
integrated into our accounting system. This makes us more compliant, and will enable us to
conduct complete financial audit following the 2015 fiscal year.
*The Beaches and Docks have developed a set of Standardized Rules and Regulations to
July 2015
ensure compliance with our general liability and Directors and Officers Insurance. Intraclub
officers will now be properly insured.
*THE PAPOOSE has been redesigned to be more informative, with a cleaner design and
format. The new Calendar provides a complete listing all the wonderful things there are for
you and your family to enjoy this summer. We welcome your ideas for stories and photos!
*Board of Trustee Meetings will now be held on the third Monday of each month at 7:30.
All are welcome. Meeting agendas are posted on the Members’ website.
Thanks you for your continued support. Please email me or your Board Members with any
questions or concerns. Be sure to attend the meetings about the upcoming Capital Reserve
Study and Strategic Plan.
Until then, stop by the Tiki Bar and come to Lobster Night at the BWC. Enjoy the best
view in the world!
Best regards,
Greg Yuskaitis PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
RECAP 2014 MEETING RESULTS
*ELECTRONIC VOTING IMPLEMENTED.
Absentee Ballot rules will be followed with the new Electronic Voting Process for 2015. This
will make it easier for everyone to participate and cast their votes.
*POLICY FOR ACCESS TO FINANCIAL RECORDS APPROVED
Check out http://lakemohawkcc.com/html/lmcc_members.cfm?OKBUTTON=LOGIN
*ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION ADOPTED.
A formal process for disputes has been developed. See the full article in the June PAPOOSE
for further detail.
*BOARD MEETINGS POSTED
The complete Board Meeting schedule and agenda are now available, as required by the
new By- Laws.
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BULLETIN BOARD
OFFICE SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am to Noon
Boat Ramp Keys will not be given out after Noon on Saturday.
PLEASE CARRY CLUB CARDS
We would like you to carry your Club Card
when on the Boardwalk.
There will be times when cards will be checked, so please have
your card with you when on the Boardwalk.
ARTICLE CONTRIBUTIONS
To submit articles to Papoose Magazine, email
them to papoose@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Submissions must be received by the 5th of the Month.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
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JULY 20
Trustees Meeting
GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
It’s easy to see why the Lake
Mohawk German Christmas
Market is ranked as “One of
the Top Ten Things to Do in
December in the State” – it’s
simply at the top of the “to
do” list for getting in the
Christmas spirit! Looking
ahead, the 2015 Market will be
held on Saturday, December
5th andhttp://kaywa.me/Yw0tS
Sunday December 6th. Please scan the code below or
visit our website at lakemohawkgermanchristmasmarket.com to
stay updated on this spectacular event!
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THE PAPOOSE
July 2015 • Volume 80, Number 7
EDITOR
Mark Musilli
ADVERTISING
Joyce Ciaburri
PRINT & DESIGN
Spencer Printing
spencerprinting.com
MISSION
Lake Mohawk Country Club
exists to preserve and protect
the vitality of the Lake Mohawk
Reservation, affording members a lake community lifestyle
enhanced by recreational and
social activities, lakes, community beaches and docks, well-maintained common areas, Clubhouse and private roads, and
member programs that strengthen this community and maintain
the added value of home ownership in the Reservation.
PUBLISHING
CONSULTANT
Susan Egan
COVER PHOTO
Jonathan Rush &
Robin Schwartz
CONTENTS
July 2015
6
Calendar
11
Strategic Plan Update
12
Papoose Room Renovation
14
Tasting On The Boardwalk Success!
21
Lake Business
22
Beaches
26
Intraclubs
30
Remembering George Sweeny
37
Meet the Beirle Family
40
Lake Safety
58
Lake History
LMCC BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Gregory J. Yuskaitis, President .... gjyuskaitis@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Dean Reinauer, Vice President..... dreinauer@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Robert Atkinson........................... ratkinson@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Chris Cronin................................... ccronin@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Jay Dunn............................................jdunn@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Deborah Hookway...................... dhookway@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Gregory Leo..........................................gleo@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
James Wardell..................................jwardell@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Steven Waehler............................... swaehler@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE AT WWW.LAKEMOHAWKCC.COM
www.facebook.com/lakemohawkcountryclub
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CALENDAR
Play
Great Golf!
CALENDAR
Join
Here is a listing ofThe
all of the happenings
at Lake Mohawk Country Club for
Fun!
the month of June. From tennis lessons to ice cream socials, there are plenty
of ways to kick off the summer season! Please forward information for July
to papoose@lakemohawkcountryclub.com.
Excellent Membership
903-2275. Space is limited.
July 2 - PAC Meeting
Opportunities
7pm–9pm
July 5 - Yacht Club - Marine
• Individual
Base - for more information
July 2 - Boardwalk
ClubGolf Memberships
email lakemohawksailing@
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
• Family Golf Memberships
gmail.com
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
• Social Memberships...and MORE!
Dinner 6:00pm
July 3 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm Tiki Bar 7:30
No Entertainment
July 4 - Yacht Club Independence Day Party for more information email
lakemohawksailing@gmail.com
July 4 - Boardwalk Club
Closed
July 4 - Alpine Beach –
BBQ for more information
go to our website:
AlpineBeachLakeMohawk on
Facebook.
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For more information call:
973-729-9200
www.lakemohawkgolfclub.com
Download our FREE App from the App Store.
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July 5 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm unless used for
Rain Date for the 4th.
July 7 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm
July 8 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm Lobster Night
July 9 - Town Hall Meeting –
7pm at Lake Mohawk Country
Club
July 4 - LMCC Fireworks
and Dinner Buffet 7:00pm –
Fireworks 9:30pm
July 9 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm
July 5 - Beach 3 - Family BBQ
1:00pm. Fee is $5pp. For19
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information you can email
beach3events@gmail.com or
our Facebook page.
July 10 - Beach 3 - Movie
Night on the beach at 8pm.
For more information you can
email beach3events@gmail.com
or go to our Facebook page.
For more information call:
July 10 - Powerboat Club
July 5 - Beach 6 – Bocce
973-729-9200
Beach Party on Beach 1 Tiki
Tournament 2pm. Rain date
www.lakemohawkgolfclub.com
Bar Closed Due To Private
July 6. Pick a partner
and
Download
our
FREE
App
from
the
App Store.
Event.
This is sponsored by Bob
sign up with Steve Chase at
Voeglie and friends.
chases61@yahoo.com or 973
July 2015
July 10 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm
6:00pm Dinner 6:00pm Tiki
Bar 7:00pm Music by The
Broadway Knigts featuring the
American Swing Era
Scotch, Cigars and Sangria
with Piano Bar and live music.
$10pp. For more information
you can email beach3events@
gmail.com or our Facebook
page.
Robertson Cruising Day for more information email
lakemohawksailing@gmail.com
Play
Great
Golf!
July 11- Beach 3pm - 6pm
July 18
- Yacht Club – Jack
July 11 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm Tiki Bar
7:00pm Music by Layton Ridge
playing his hits.
July 12 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm
July 12 - Beach Meeting Alpine Beach at 2pm
July 14 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm
July 15 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dinner 6:00pm Lobster Night
July 18 - Beach 3 Olympics
1pm - For more information
you can email beach3events@
gmail.com or go to our
Facebook page.
July 18 - Family Game
Night at 7pm and Movie
Night at 9pm. Bring your
favorite game, a blanket and
favorite movie snacks. Movie
to be determined. For more
information contact Kristen
at 201 452-8964 or Chris at
c.gorvan7@gmail.com or 973
703-0652.
Join
The Fun!
Excellent Membership
Opportunities
• Individual Golf Memberships
• Family Golf Memberships
• Social Memberships...and MORE!
July 18 - Alpine Beach
Family Camp-Out. For more
information go to our Facebook
page: AlpineBeachLakeMohawk
on Facebook.
July 18 - Beach 4 - 3pm
Sunsets & Steak Dinner on
the beach. Come join us for
delicious food. Cost is $25pp
July 16 – Boardwalk Club
and will include steaks and side
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
dishes. The event will require
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
payment with your RSVP. Mail
Dinner 6:00pm
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RSVP28and payment to Kathy
Romine by July 12th. For
July 17 - Boardwalk Club
more information email Kathy
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Romine at kathyromine@
Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm
For morehotmail.com
information call:
Dinner 6:00pm Tiki Bar Closed
Due To Private Event
973-729-9200
July 19 - Boardwalk Club
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
July 18 - Boardwalk Clubwww.lakemohawkgolfclub.com
Download
our
FREE
App from
the App4:00pm-6:00pm
Store.
Happy
Hour
- Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm
Happy Hour 4:00pmDinner 6:00pm
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For more information call:
973-729-9200
www.lakemohawkgolfclub.com
Download our FREE App from the App Store.
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LAKE LIVING
CALENDAR CONTINUED
July 19 - Beach 6 Meeting at
Beach 6 10:00am
July 20 - Trustees Meeting
at 7:30pm
July 20 - Tennis Club - Luck of
the Draw Tournament (subject
to change). Check in at 6:30
with doubles play starting at
7:00pm. Check out our website
at www.lakemohawktennisclub.
com for a listing of all events
and everything there is to know
about the Club.
July 25 - Boardwalk Club Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy
Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
6:00pm Tiki Bar 7:00pm
Music by Mike Deej featuring a
Unique Sound of Passion
July 26 - Boardwalk Club Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy
Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
6:00pm
July 27 - Finance Meeting
7pm-9pm
July 28 - Boardwalk Club July 21 - Boardwalk Club Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy
Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
6:00pm
6:00pm
July 29 - Beach 3 - 6pm
July 22 - Boardwalk Club Family Game Night – For more
Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy information you can email
Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
beach3events@gmail.com or go
6:00pm Lobster Night
to our Facebook page.
July 23 - Town Hall Meeting
at Lake Mohawk Country Club
7:00pm
July 29 - Boardwalk Club Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy
Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
6:00pm Lobster Night
July 23 - Boardwalk Club Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy July 30 - Boardwalk Club Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy
6:00pm
Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
6:00pm
July 24 - Boardwalk Club Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy July 31 - Boardwalk Club Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
Lunch 11:30am-3:00pm Happy
6:00pm Tiki Bar 7:00 Music by Hour 4:00pm-6:00pm Dinner
Chris Perrelli featuring Acoustic 6:00pm Tiki Bar 7:00 Music
Classic Rock
by Kevin Kinsella featuring
Acoustic Classic Rock
July 25 - Beach 3 - 8pm
Adult Event – Cards Against
Please submit information
Humanity – For more
for the calendar by the 5th of
information you can email
each month. We do not take
beach3events@gmail.com or go responsibility for any misprints
to our Facebook page.
or errors on the calendar.
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July 2015
REWARDS PROGRAM COMES TO THE
BOARDWALK CLUB RESTAURANT (BWC)
A newly developed dining policy has been announced for the
2015 summer season at Lake Mohawk. Members will once
again benefit from frequent dining at the BWC, but with an
enhanced Rewards Program just announced by the Board.
• Members will receive a 5% discount on their meal (not
including alcohol) each time they dine at the Boardwalk
Club starting on Memorial Day Weekend.
• We are continuing to offer the Points program so
members will earn a point for each dollar spent at the
BWC and/or Tiki Bar. Once 500 points are accumulated,
members will receive a $25 credit which can be used
for future dining at the BWC for LMCC merchandise.
Special BWC dining events also qualify for these rewards.
Points expire on December 31.
• Members and their guests can look forward once again
to Lobster Night on Wednesdays beginning July 8th, as
well as Lake Mohawk favorites like Jake's Lobster Mac &
Cheese and Hutch's Sweet Corn & Shrimp Chowder.
• For Reservations, please call (973) 729-5027. Please leave a
message if the restaurant is closed. Blake or Greg will call you
back, when they return to the office, with confirmation.
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July 2015
LAKE LIVING
CAPITAL RESERVE STUDY
AND STRATEGIC PLAN
INFORMATIONAL MEETING PLANNED
T
he Board of Trustees, your Management team,
the Strategic Plan Committee, and the Reserve
Study Task Force have been working for the past
two years on two very important initiatives for the
LMCC community: The Capital Reserve Fund
and the Strategic Plan. Prior to the 2015 Annual
Meeting, there will be several opportunities to
present and discuss the recommendations that will
be up for approval on November 7th.
roads, the Boardwalk, and other assets as needed
while significantly reducing regular financial
shortfalls and surprises.
The Capital Reserve Fund is necessary to protect
the infrastructure of our community both now and
in the future. This fund will ensure that LMCC
has the resources to repair and replace buildings,
For further information please visit the Lake
Mohawk Country Club website at:
www.lakemohawkcountryclub.com
Member’s homepage – “Strategic Planning.”
The Strategic Plan is an outline of big picture
planning for the future growth and improvements for
our community. This Plan will ensure that we are all
striving toward the same goals and working within
the same vision for Lake Mohawk Country Club.
MEETING SCHEDULE
DATE
June 14
June 24
June 28
July 9
July 12
July 19
July 23
August 8
August 9
August 16
August 20
September 13
September 17
September 24
October 11
October 18
October 22
TYPE OF COMMUNICATION
Membership Informational Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Beach Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Beach Meeting
Beach Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Membership Informational Meeting
Beach Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Beach Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
Membership Informational Meeting
Membership Informational Meeting
Membership Informational Meeting
LOCATION
Clubhouse
Clubhouse Upper Beach
Clubhouse
Alpine Beach
Beach 6
Clubhouse
Clubhouse Clubhouse
Sleepy Lagoon
Clubhouse
Beach 4
Clubhouse
Clubhouse
Clubhouse
Clubhouse
Clubhouse
TIME
3pm
7pm
2pm
7pm
2pm
10am
7pm
11am
3pm
2pm
7pm
2pm
7pm
7pm
3pm
1pm
7pm
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LAKE LIVING
PAPOOSE MEMBER
ROOM RENOVATION
A
s this room commences the renovation scheduled on/about February 1st – please note the community
contributions (listed below) that the Clubhouse has received through the volunteer efforts of the
House Committee. The goal is to obtain $30,000 in membership donations (either monetary or product
earmarked for the use in the Member Reception & Welcome Center).
This renovation will embrace the entire community and provide our membership with a Clubhouse amenity
for year-round use. This room will also serve as a business center driven to accommodate all member-related
business aspects; ie:
• Membership Billing inquiries/Payments
• Tenant Applications and Guest Membership • Club Card Signing & Pick-Up/Beach Tag/
Cards
Boat Registration/Boat Ramp Key & Sticker Pick-up area
Member Room & Welcome Center Amenities
• Guest Passes
• Full-Service Bar – (Friday/Saturday/Sunday)
• Septic updates, records and correspondence
Hours to be Determined
• Member Account updates and Changes
• Fireplace /TV Lounge
• Papoose Edition Copy Distribution
• History Library & Memorabilia
• New Member Welcome Packets
• Card Table
• Merchandise Sales & Payments
• Complimentary Coffee Station
• Reservation Aesthetics Issues/Correspondence
WE APPRECIATE ALL DONATIONS & THANK THOSE
WHO HAVE SO GENEROUSLY DONATED THUS FAR!
Beach #2................................... $200 Dean Reinauer/Tom Murray.. $250 Grace & Bob Atkinson........... $500
Beach #4................................ $1,000 Alan & Diane Tenenbaum...... $300 Beach 5..................................... $800
Beach #6................................ $1,250 Mark & Amy Wooley.............. $200 Lake Mohawk Tennis Club..... $500
Twin Hickory Dock.................. $500 The Shabby Chic’s................... $250 Jennifer & Stephen McEntee.$200
Sleepy Lagoon...................... $2,000 Judy & Peter Stoebling.......... $100 Jennifer & John Mohr............ $250
Lakeland Bank...................... $7,500 The Giles Family...................... $200 Mary & Robert McGauley..... $300
House Committee................. $5,000 Jayme & Michael McGauley.$100 John Hansen............................ $100
Dr. James Fedich..................... $250 Debra & Glenn Clark............... $200 JoAnn & Michael Lyden........ $100
Barbara Vey............................. $200 Susan & Kevin Hannon.......... $500 Joe Goceljak.............................. $50
John & Maria Fletcher............. $75 Judith & Ron Beard................ $400 Laura & Eric Takach............... $200
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July 2015
Happy Valley Beach Assoc .. $200 Andrew Pontone, Sr............... $100
The Fernandez Family......... $1,000 Jan & Jim Wardell ................. $200
June Poppele ............................ $50 Peggy & David Schreck ........ $200
Laura & Raymond Crystal ..... $100 Peggy & John McFarlane ..... $100
Christina & Walter Lehneis .. $250 Pattie & Chris Cronin ............. $250
Tracey & Steven Waehler .... $500 Carol & Richard Molina ........ $100
Kathy & Joe Wehmeyer ........ $100 Jackie & Paul Jones.............. $100
Pat & Bill Dermody................. $150 Patricia & John Giantonio .... $200
Monica & Brian Maher ......... $100 Rita Vosshans ......................... $100
Cathy & Artie Goodwin ......... $100
Paula Kessler &
Joseph DiPaolo ...................... $300
TARGET
$30,000
PROGRESS $27,575
Jodi Stirnweis ......................... $100
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LAKE LIVING
TASTING ON THE
BOARDWALK
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July 2015
T
he Fourth Annual Tasting on the Boardwalk,
held on May 17 was a resounding success for
all that participated. Hosted by the LMCC House
Committee, there were twelve area restaurants that
served their signature menu items. Delicious fare,
from smoked pork to brie crepes and jambalaya,
was enjoyed by all.
A silent auction for restaurant gift certificates
and locally donated items was held at the end
of the day. Major sponsors for the
event included Aquatic Technologies,
Princeton Hydro, Stop & Shop,
Sussex Bank, US Foods and Wilken &
Guttenplan.
The Country Club and the House
Committee partnered with the Sparta
Educational Foundation to include
the Dragon Boat Festival. This first
ever event at LMCC, benefitted Sparta
public schools. There were fortytwo teams and the competition was
intense. The beautifully carved boats
on the Lake were a spectacular sight.
The staff of the Country Club
made this combined large event run
smoothly and efficiently.
The proceeds from the Tasting event
provided a scholarship of $500 for
continuing the culinary education
of a restaurant employee. The
drawing was won by Villa Capri
II and was awarded by Jay Dunn,
House Committee Chairman, to
Bill Elig, owner of Villa Capri and
to his employee Ryan Dannibale.
The remainder of the proceeds was
donated to Lake Mohawk Country
Club to help fund their “Neighbors
Helping Neighbors” program,
along with a contribution to the
Members Room Project. A donation
was also given to the Lake Mohawk
Preservation Foundation.
The House Committee would like to recognize
its many hard-working members who made this
event possible: Jay Dunn, Chairman, Judy Dunn,
Marilyn Salfelder, Chris Cronin, Joe Wehmayer,
Jim Wardell, Jan Wardell, Jim Henderson, Lisa
Degraw, Robbie Salfelder, JoAnn Jany, Pattie
Cronin and Steve Chase. As always, the efficient
LMCC staff made it look easy.
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LAKE LIVING
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
VOLUNTEER ASSISTANCE
Every effort will be made to keep inquiries
confidential if requested.
Can Help With Need Help
With Transportation
Yard Work/Snow Shoveling
Legal Advice
Real Estate Issues
Estate Planning
Investment Guidance
Filling Out Taxes / Forms
Minor House Repairs
Companionship
Daily Check-in
“Meals on Wheels”
Grant Writing
Fundraising
House Watch
Other
Email
Name
Address
City / State / Zip
Phone
Please mail to The Neighbors Project Committee,
L.M.C.C., 21 The Boardwalk, Sparta, NJ 07871
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NEED HELP?
SENIOR CHORE SERVICE
Senior Chore Service The Sparta Kiwanis
Club staffs the Senior Chore Service and
they will make minor nonemergency
household repairs without charge, except
materials such as install/remove screen
windows and remove winter windows,
repair leaky faucets and running toilets,
unclog sinks, replace batteries in smoke/
CO detectors, replace light bulbs,
remove/install window AC units, limited
furniture moving.
They will also help you interpret estimates
or contracts for work to be done on your
home. All chore requests will be evaluated
to determine if they meet the Kiwanis
Club’s scope of expertise.
CALL
973 729-2383
TO ASK FOR HELP
July 2015
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS & BUSINESSES
IN LAKE MOHAWK
ROADS AFFECTED
White Deer Plaza: Closed to Thru Traffic from
www.passitalong.org/triathlon
6:45am to 10:00am Parking only in front of St. Moritz
SATURDAY, JULY 25
Grill & Bar for Plaza customers only till 10:00am
AT LAKE MOHAWK COUNTRY CLUB
East Shore Trail: From Plaza to Spear Trail
7:00AM TO 10:00AM
Road Closed to Thru Traffic from 6:45am-10:00am
West Shore Trail: From Plaza to North Shore Trail
On Saturday, July 25h, traffic on Winona Rd, West
Road Closed to Thru Traffic from 6:45am-10:00am
Shore Trail and East Shore Trail will be limited and/or Mohawk Avenue: Incoming to Plaza / Full Closure
detoured from 6:30am to 10:00am for the 6th annual from 6:45am-10:00am
Pass It Along/Lake Mohawk Triathlon. Police officers Winona Parkway: Outgoing to Woodport Rd./
will be on site to assist and direct all motorists.
Route 181 - Road Closed to Thru Traffic from
6:45am-10:00am
PARKING
Orange cones will be setup by the Sparta Township
Police will make every effort to get motorists where
police department designating all no parking zones. they need to go, however delays should be expected.
No parking will be permitted along both sides
If we can be of any assistance to you in anyway, please
of West Shore Trail and White Deer Plaza from
contact us immediately. We expect over 800 attendees.
4:00am to 10:00am. Parking will be permitted
in front of the St. Moritz Grill & Bar and Lake
We invite you to come out on this day to support the
Mohawk Country Club.
participants and sponsors of this fundraising event. •
PASS IT ALONG TRIATHLON
TRUSTEE NOMINATIONS
The Nominating Committee is currently in the
process of interviewing Clubmembers who would
like to be considered as candidates to run for a
position on the Board of Trustees at the Annual
Meeting in November. To be a Trustee you
must be a member in good standing and have
been a Clubmember for not less than two years.
Clubmembers who wish to recommend a candidate
or wish to be considered as a candidate should
submit the name, address, and telephone number of
the candidate to the Nominating Committee. This
can be done by contacting the Clubhouse in writing
or in person. Submit your recommendations or
your intention to be considered a candidate to:
Lake Mohawk Country Club
21 The Boardwalk
Sparta, NJ 07871
Attention: Nominating Committee
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Thanks to our 2015 Fireworks Display donors:
Andrew & Mary Pontone
Anita Cote
Arthur & Nancy Zande
Barry & Allison Worman
Barry & Donna Seidman
Beelaert Family
Bill & Pat Dermody
Bob Byers
Brian & Monica Maher
Christopher & Patricia Cronin
Dan Devine & Shelley Saville
Daniel & Eileen Sullivan
Daniel & Melanie Bayha
Dennis & Michelle Smith
Don & LaRue Blodgett
Doug Vance
Dr. and Mrs. Domenic Grano
Dr. Joseph Lohner
Ed & Chris Fritsch
Garlic & Oil
Hast Family
Heckenberger Family
Jackie Jones & Paul Lyons
Jan & Mike Keefer
Janice Tirpack
Jennifer & Stephen McEntee
Jerry & Beth verDorn
Jerry & Carol Bernacki
Jim & Dolore Fernandez
Jim & Jan Wardell
Jim & Missy Ford
Joann Jany
Joe & Ronnie Biondo
Joe Goceljak
John & Carole Taormina
John & Donna Annone
John & Jennifer Mohr
John & Peggy McFarlane
Joseph & Rebecca Chiappinelli
Joseph Perrone & Linda Fitzgerald
Julie Killen
June Poppele
Lake Mohawk Marina
Lake Mohawk Yacht Club
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Larry & Marie Kelly
Lopuch Family
Marine Beach III
Mark & Amy Woolley
Markvicka Family
Mary & Bob McGauley
Mary & Jerry Nardelli
Michael & Beverly Devine
Michael & Clare Gallagher
Michawl & Erin Ryan
Mike & Elaine Furfero
Mr. & Mrs. Brian Davis
Mr. & Mrs. Brian Maher
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Peek
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Fritsch
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Duffy
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Liebman
Mr. & Mrs. John Miller Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Wehmeyer
Mr. & Mrs. Walter Lehneis
Myles & Katheryn Turner
Patricia Giantonio
Paula DiPaolo
Peggy & David Schreck
Perry & Margaret Anderson
Porter Family
Richard & Carol Molina
Richard & Gail Miner
Robert & Bambi Granovsky
Robert and Grace Atkinson
Roy Claus
Scott Miller &
Kathy Lynn Miller
Sparta Tree Service (Stan Case)
Steve & Diane Littleton
Ted & Karen Pamperin
The Roitman Family
Tony & Dawn Corbo
Tyler & Karen Curd
Wayne & Judy Savage
Wiebel Family
Wolff Family
Zanetakos Family
July 2015
DEAR CLUB MEMBER,
As we plan our garden, polish our boats, store the
snow throwers and sharpen our lawn mowers, we
once again look forward eagerly to the wonderful
activities of summer at Lake Mohawk. Now is the
time your Club begins to plan its annual, much
anticipated and enjoyed Fourth of July fireworks
display. This annual patriotic event, which has been
held at Lake Mohawk since its inception, has long
enhanced the prestige of Lake Mohawk in the wider
community and, indeed, the State of New Jersey.
We are all aware of the national economic
downturn that has, in one way or another, affected
all of us. Though impacted as well, Lake Mohawk,
as a result of good leadership and management, is in a sound fiscal state. At the same time, good
management practice dictates careful oversight of ancillary activities and expenditures. You would
expect no less of us.
Accordingly, we are asking you to consider being an active participant in this year’s
July 4th fireworks display by making a personal donation to this patriotic and entertaining activity.
Our goal this year is $15,000. Thank you and Happy Spring!
JAY DUNN, TRUSTEE; CHAIRMAN, HOUSE COMMITTEE
I AM PROUD TO DONATE TO THE JULY 4TH
FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT LAKE MOHAWK
__ Bronze $10.00 __ Silver $25.00 __ Gold $50.00 __ Other
Name
Address
Please make your check payable to Lake Mohawk Country Club and mail to:
Lake Mohawk Country Club, 21 The Boardwalk, Sparta, New Jersey 07871
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great food, and great camaraderie.
We’re looking forward to another fun-filled event this year!
Five or more bands will play throughout the day.
Watch for the upcoming band list.
Sponsorships are now available!
Donations gladly accepted!
Saturday, August 15th, 1:00pm – 9:00pm
Beach 1 at the Boardwalk • Rain date Sunday, August 16th
For more information, contact:
Blake Hargrave: blake@lakemohawkcountryclub.com or Greg Case: greg@lakemohawkcountryclub.com
For sponsorship information, please contact Jack Parker, jackp@ptd.net
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July 2015
LAKE BUSINESS
SPARTA
RE-EVALUATION UNDERWAY
he Town Council shared plans for the ReT
Evaluation of Sparta, including Lake Mohawk
at a recent public meeting. The process, which is
currently underway, will appraise all properties
within Sparta to achieve uniformity and current
values. Both residential and commercial properties
will be assessed. Check out www.asi.nj.com for up
to date information.
LMCC has arranged for an informative meeting
with the Sparta Township Tax Assessor – Mr. Joseph
Ferraris as well as a representative from the appraisal
company to hold an “Open House” meeting. This
meeting will take place on Thursday, June 25th at
7pm at the Clubhouse. Please join
us in The Mohawk Room for this.
There are several steps to the
process, which will be completed
in early October.
Inspection: Includes a physical full
site inspection and evaluation of
outside influences such as lake front
view, power line obstructions and
structural enhancements. Valuations
are to include bathrooms, kitchens,
attics and basements. No stairless
attics will be inspected. Empty
lots will also be evaluated. Each
inspection will occur during daytime
hours, unless requested. All will
have proper identification. Do not
allow strangers into your home.
Note: Highest assessments will
be assumed when property is not
available for inspection.
Analysis: Compare and contrast with
comparable homes.
Review: All analysis will be reviewed
and notifications will then become
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available. Comparable information
will be available on the Town website.
One on one meeting’s are available
with the Township and Appraisal
Systems. Final transmissions will
be submitted to township of
Sparta. New property taxes will be
implemented in 2016. •
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LAKE LIVING
BEACHES
BEACH 2
Submitted by Kelly Merwin
H
appy Fourth of July! I hope
you all had a great holiday
and are now happily in full
summer mode.
Memorial Day was such a fun
day at Beach 2. There were
so many people swimming,
fishing, playing volleyball and
just enjoying the holiday with
friends. Those being said, please
remember that parking is for
Beach patrons only! We have had
situations where there is no one
at the beach and yet the lot is
full. This will be monitored and
violators will be towed.
Also, please be considerate of
other beach members. Do not
throw cigarette butts in the sand,
which is disgusting! Please take
home all of your trash and throw
it out at home, we do not want
any unwanted animals hanging
around our beach. Lastly, sand
toys and boogie boards are there
for the enjoyment of all kids
at the beach. Please have your
children return all the toys to the
shed when they are done playing
for the day.
If you have not already found
us on Facebook please do so.
We will keep this page updated
with LMCC information as
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well as local events at our beach.
Like us at Facebook.com/
lakemohawkbeach2.
Enjoy these lazy days of summer
and we will see you at the beach!
BEACH 3
Submitted by Martin Slouka
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t Along with summer comes
a little fun at our beach. We
have many new events planned
this year so come down and bring
the family, adults and children will
have fun. No need to RSVP, this
is informal. We hope that you will
stop by our Beach and start to feel
welcome enough to join in the fun.
celebrate our country’s birthday!
I am sure Beach 4 will be
hopping, so as usual, remember
to be courteous to our neighbors
during the celebration. We have a
couple of announcements for the
upcoming months. On Saturday,
July 18th at 3 pm, the beach will
be hosting a “Sunsets and Steaks”
dinner. Come and join us for
some delicious food and beautiful
scenery. Cost will be $25 per
person and will include prime cut
steaks and fresh made side dishes.
This event will require payment
with your RSVP to cover the
upfront cost of food. Please
RSVP to Kathy Romine by July
12th. On Saturday, August 7th,
we will be hosting our first Girl’s
Night Out. All the ladies of the
beach are welcome to come and
join us. More details of this event
to follow.
We will be hosting some fun
filled afternoons for the kids,
contact Brad Meyers at 973-7260525 or beach3events@gmail.
com for more information or any
questions you have. Remember
to check your email or join our
Some reminders to all of our
Facebook group for info on events beach patrons: No private
and important dates.
parties will be allowed on
UPCOMING EVENTS: See
Saturdays or Sundays after 2:00.
Calendar for more details.
Private Party applications must
be completed and dates arranged
Thanks for Reading.
with our beach president. For
BEACH 4
a list of all beach events and
Submitted by Christina Repka
parties, please see our calendar,
which is up to date and on the
elcome to July everyone!
beach bulletin board.
We hope you all have a
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happy Fourth of July and enjoy
all our community has to offer to
A very important reminder to
carry out what you carry in, as
July 2015
again the trash has gotten to be
too much to handle.
Always have your member tags
and guest tags/wristbands ready
to show lifeguards. Tags are
required by LMCC and you
will be asked to leave the beach
if you do not have them. We
implore all parents at the beach
to please watch your kids and
make sure they are not getting in
to trouble or using our amenities
inappropriately. We have had
some issues last month regarding
children who are unattended on
the beach, docks, and in the volley
ball area. Children are not allowed
to use the hammock without an
adult present - it is not a swing.
Please keep off the new retaining
wall. Our brand new playhouse
had its roof dented and cracked
due to children sitting on top of
it, there was damage to a water
line, and people have been taking
private kayaks from the racks
and leaving them on the beach.
The kayaks are not for public
use - they are not owned by the
beach, so if they do not belong
to you, please do not use them.
We all work very hard to keep
our beach clean and provide toys
and activities for the kids, so we
appreciate your cooperation in
maintaining all of the wonderful
things our beach has to offer.
Finally, we would like to send
a big thanks to Curt and the
LMCC crew for helping fix the
Swim Dock that took a beating
over the winter, and another
to Jose and his crew at Zeefer
Landscaping for completing the
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wall. It took a long time to get
it, but the new wall looks great
and will help a lot to maintain
the beach.
Remember to check your email
or join our Facebook group for
info on events and important
dates. If anyone is interested
in participating in one of our
events, has an idea for a summer
event they would like to see at
the beach, or to be added to our
email list, please contact Kathy or
Christina at
lmbeach4@gmail.com.
See you at the beach!
BEACH 6
Submitted Carol Naylor
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hank you to all who helped
make the Mother’s Day
Happy Hour so nice, especially
Kim Panaite who chipped in on
her day to relax.
UPCOMING EVENTS: See
Calendar for more details.
Please join us for the Bocce
Tournament on July 5, at 2pm rain date July 6. This is a fun day!
Pick a partner and sign up with
Steve Chase at chases61@yahoo.
com or 973 903-2275. Space is
limited. There is a small fee to
participate which will go to my
prize money - just kidding. But
there really is prize money!
e are sailing through
summer! The question is:
Have you tried our new water
trampoline yet? If not, what are
you waiting for? The beach is
open every day from 12pm to
6pm, so come on out and jump
in! If you have not gotten your
tags yet, it is not too late. Check
out our website for membership
info: www.alpinepool.org or join
us for an upcoming party:
Family Game Night at 7pm is
paired with Movie Night at 9pm
on July 18. Bring your favorite
game, a blanket and favorite
movie snacks. Movie TBD. For
more info contact Kristen 201
452-8964 or Chris Gorvan at
c.gorvan7@gmail.com or
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973 703-0652.
ALPINE BEACH
Submitted by Julie Knapp
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Friday, July 3rd
4th of July BBQ
Saturday, July 18th
Family Camp Out
Friday, August 14th
Adults-only Luau on the Beach
Sunday, September 6th
Labor Day BBQ
There is more to come, such
as our annual golf outing
and Oktoberfest. Like
AlpineBeachLakeMohawk on
Facebook for up-to-date info.
If you have any questions
you can email us at
alpinebeachtrustee@gmail.com.
To have your own party on
the beach please contact James
Brill at jkbca74@yahoo.com for
information.
SLEEPY LAGOON
Submitted by Stacy Maldonado
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his month is one of leisure
at Sleepy Lagoon. Summer
is here so relax and enjoy the
fruits of your labor. Thank you
to everyone who helped at Beach
Clean Up, including Julie for
tending to her garden and to
July 2015
the Figiel boys for spreading
the mulch. My son, Riley, and I
finally completed our Earth Day
project of collecting recyclables
along West Shore. Mike Rennie
built another canoe/kayak
rack and it is full already. The
Vreeland brothers are working
hard to maintain the lawn. Thank
you Brad and Jake! Awesome
teamwork everyone.
Thank you to the member
donations received thus far –
Piccirillo, Alberts, Dennehy,
Kelly, Purdon, Jeffrey, Figiel,
Burke, Salfelder, Tybur, Roessler,
O’Neill, Sweet, Cote, Greenberg,
M. Vreeland, Gorvan, Mackay,
O’Krepky, Puglio, L. Kelly, and
Somma via Paypal. Even though
Mike and Katie Dennehy are
the proud parents of new baby
Madison, Mike continues to
be our Treasurer so it is not too
late to contribute. All residents
should have received the summer
newsletter; if you did not email
sleepylagoon@live.com.
The Ice Cream Sale at Sparta
Day was a success. Thank you
Dan Purdon for spearheading,
to the Vreeland and Miller girls
for selling, and to Jamie Rennie,
who according to Dan, watched
over the money box like a
Brinks Guard. The Pie Contest
at the Memorial Day Picnic
was also a hit. A great group of
bakers but Tanya Tybur took
the prize with a creamy, dreamy,
gooey, caramel creation. Thank
you Pivko’s for judging!
LMCC for a superb Tasting on
the Boardwalk and to the SEF
for an absolute phenomenal
Dragon Boat event. Kudos to
our team – OARganized Chaos
– who took first place in the
first race and third in the next
race to finish a surprising 9th
overall. We rock! We are looking
forward to next year.
and hope I get it right. But if our
history holds true I do not think
it is much of a gamble to say that
the first party of the summer
was a blast. I hope everyone
had a chance to catch up with
old friends and make some new
ones. Keep an eye on the bulletin
board, as well as Facebook, for
more happenings at the beach.
SLB Members: the beach is
reserved on July 4th for you.
The fire permit is in the glass
case on the shed. Please follow
the instructions before lighting
one. Remember take all your
trash ¬with you. It is a good idea
to always have your LMCC ID
and beach tags/guest wristbands
regardless of where you are in the
reservation.
Thank you to everyone who has
made their beach contribution
this year, and for those who
have not; it is still a mere
$45.00 per family for the whole
year..…what a deal!
HAPPY VALLEY
Submitted by Eric Takach
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ince these articles are written a
month in advance I sometimes
have to take a chance and predict
what may happen at the beach,
Life guards are now full time and
will be enforcing the beach tag
policy, so please make sure to have
the appropriate member and guest
tags when visiting the beach.
Lastly, I appreciate everyone’s
efforts for keeping the beach
clean and organized when you
leave, it is a big help.
• HAPPY SUMMER! •
I also want to congratulate the
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LAKE LIVING
INTRACLUBS
YACHT CLUB
Submitted by Donald Okner
n May 17 sailors gathered
and readied their boats
but were met with light air that
precluded racing. However,
May 24 proved to be more
accommodating and three
Lightning’s competed in two races
in which Rich Miner won two
firsts followed by Perry Anderson
in both races and our newest
skipper, Peter Breiling, third.
Peter is sailing Tattoo, previously
owned by Chuck Chute, who
now is concentrating his efforts
on his establishment, Black Rock
Fine Wine and Craft Beer in
Idaho Falls. We wish Peter the
best with his “new” boat and
Chuck with his new venture.
Don Okner crewed for Peter on
May 24 because Don’s boat was in
“dry dock” with a jib halyard lost
in the mast. Fortunately, due to
the efforts of Perry Anderson and
Don, the jib halyard was retrieved
in time for racing on May 31.
But alas, a rain storm followed by
calm air once again and caused a
cancellation of racing.
The LMYC was homeport for the
1938 World Champion Snipe
skipper, Charles Gabor, in whose
memory we still hold our annual
Gabor Cup Regatta. This year,
June 7 was the date for the regatta
followed by the Hawaiian Tiki
Makani Party. More about that in
next month’s article as this article
went to press before the regatta
and party.
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Here is a list of upcoming events: 2: Introduction to Snipe Sailing
- Wednesday & Friday, 9:30 am
JULY 4
to 12:15 pm - Tuition $250.00.
Independence Day Party
Sailing Level 3 & 3+, Sailing in
JULY 5
Snipes, Wednesday & Friday, 1:15
Marine Base Regatta
pm to 4:00 pm - Tuition $250.00.
JULY 18
For more information or
Jack Robertson Cruising Day
to register, call or email Jan
AUGUST 8
Oldridge; her telephone is (973)
Mutiny Regatta
729-3105 or email lmycjsp@
SEPTEMBER 6
gmail.com. Adult sailing lessons
Commodore’s Cup Regatta & Party
are also available and generally
OCTOBER 17
scheduled on Saturdays in group
Annual Meeting
or private lessons.
OCTOBER 18
Last Day of Racing
NOVEMBER 15
Awards Party
Last call for our Juniors Sailing
School starting at age 10. The
program will run from July 6
until August 7. Sailling Level 1:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday;
AM Class: 9:30 am to 12:15 pm
or PM Class: 1:15 pm to 4:00 pm
– Tuition $375.00. Sailing Level
Race Officials for July are as
follows:
JULY 05 - J. Incantalupo / M.
Incantalupo - Marine Base Regatta
(Snipe Fleet)
JULY 12 - T. Mackey/C. Mackey
JULY 19 - D. Okner
JULY 26 - H. Jelinek
AUG. 2 - P. Anderson
You can visit us on the web at
July 2015
www.lakemohawksailing.org.
For more information on learning
to sail, call our Treasurer Perry
Anderson at 973 903-7673 or
email us at lakemohawksailing@
gmail.com or write to us care of
P.O. Box 29, Sparta, NJ, 07871.
LAKE MOHAWK
TENNIS CLUB –
HITTING SOME
WINNERS
Submitted by Christopher McAtee
he Lake Mohawk Tennis
Club goes into overdrive in
July with the annual “Luck of
the Draw” tournament that is
scheduled for Saturday July 20
and subject to change. Check in is
at 6:30 with doubles play starting
at 7:00. The pairings could be
same sex, mixed or “other”. This
has traditionally been a very well
attended fun social event where
everyone has a splendid time.
The Friday night tennis/social
mixers have been tremendously
well attended this year. Arrive on
a Friday at 6 PM, play some good
doubles, rub tennis elbows with
old friends, and smack the ball
around with some new friends.
If you are interested in joining
the Lake Mohawk Tennis Club
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NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES
IN LAKE MOHAWK
Saturday, July 26th at Lake Mohawk Country Club from
7:00 am to 10:00 am
8X12
there will be road closures for the Triathlon.
Please see our website: www.lakemohawkcc.com for these closures.
please email Molly Whilesmith at
whilesmithnj@gmail.com or call
973-534-2979.
Top flight teaching tennis
professionals Anne Lyons, altennis@
yahoo.com / 862-268-6557 or Gary
Kitchell, gkitch53@gmail.com /
772-321-9203 are available for
group or private lessons. Check out
our website at
www.lakemohawktennisclub.com
for a listing of all events and
everything there is to know about
the Club.
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LAKE LIVING
LAKE MOHAWK
POWER BOAT
CLUB
Collectively, we have a wealth
of knowledge of boating and
of Lake Mohawk that cannot
be beat. This is one small way
Submitted by Jennifer Philips
of giving back to the LMCC
he Blessing of the Fleet Brunch community and helping to
was once again a beautiful day on ensure that we all have a safe and
worry free experience for years
the West Deck with a wonderful
group of people. Many thanks to to come. If you are interested in
the Keefer’s for hosting the event. taking advantage of this great
opportunity, please contact New
It is always great way to spend
Member Chairperson, Shelley
time with good friends on our
beautiful lake, with the support of Saville at SJSaville973@gamil.
com to set up a convenient time.
the LMCC staff.
What better time of year
MPC has a great group of
than now to order your MPC
volunteers eager to get out on the
logo wear, fleeces, hats, and
water and teach new members or
sweatshirts? Please visit the site
members new to boating on the
to place your orders and have
lake “the ropes” by spending an
them in time to enjoy the boating
afternoon familiarizing novices
with the rules and regulations, boat season. The site address is http://
www.companycasuals.com/
handling, boating hazard areas,
great fishing spots and the do’s and MohawkPBC/start.jsp.
don’ts of our wonderful lake.
Gail Miner, our Treasurer, and I
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met with General Manger, Mark
Musilli and Trustee, Jay Dunn
for the presentation of the $1000
donation for the Member’s Room
Renovation. The money will be
used to build a custom storage
cabinet to house the bound
editions of the Papoose. We view
this as a way for MPC to help
preserve the heritage and history
of our wonderful community.
We have quite a few new members
and look forward to having them
join our eclectic group of boaters.
If you are interested in joining the
Mohawk Powerboat Club, please
contact Susan Knauss MacFarlane
at Knauss1@gmail.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS: See
Calendar for more details.
CHEERS AND SEE YOU ON
THE WATER.
July 2015
LAKE MOHAWK
SKI HAWKS
Submitted by Marianne Zanetakos
ur 4th of July show will
begin right after the parade,
so be sure to walk down to
the Boardwalk to see our team
in action. We love having the
community come and celebrate
the holiday with us. Keep your
fingers crossed for a sunny day.
This is the team’s busiest month.
We have a show on Sunday,
July 12th in the afternoon on
White Lake in Rockaway. This is
our second year skiing for their
festival. It is a fun time and we
look forward to skiing for them
again this year. We also have our
Regional Competition this year
in Connecticut. This is the first
time the Holland Team is hosting
the event and it should be a great
time. We have a new Ski Team
joining us from Maine, we love
new challenges!
Just a quick note, we also want
to take a moment to remind
our fellow boaters that safety is
everyone’s responsibility. While
we welcome everyone to come
to the Boardwalk area to watch
us ski, we ask you do so safely,
especially if you are arriving by
boat. Please be aware of our boats
and skiers during practices on
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Tuesday and Thursday evenings
at 6:00pm until sundown and
Saturday and Sunday mornings
at 9am until noon. It is best for
boats to travel along the East
Shore Plaza end of the Boardwalk
when entering and exiting the
area. We encourage every boat
operator to be focused, alert,
and aware every time you are on
the lake, no matter where you
are. Operating your boat in a
courteous, considerate manner
increases everyone’s safety and
enjoyment. We ask you to be
especially alert when approaching
the north end of the lake during
the time of a Ski Hawks’ practice.
Keep in mind August is a great
time to work on new skills.
Please contact J Todd Muth
with any of your membership
questions or visit us on the web:
www.lakemohawkskihawks.com.
SEE YOU ON THE WATER!
THE SKI HAWKS
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LAKE PEOPLE
IN MEMORY OF
GEORGE FAY SWEENY
George Sweeny, legal advisor
to the Lake Mohawk Country
Club from1981 until mid-2014,
passed from this life on May 25,
2015. He leaves his loving wife of
44 years, Margaret, and beloved
daughter, Meave. George was a
multi-faceted and talented man.
truly lived the old
maxim of leaving the
world a bit better
than you found it.
I, Ernest Hofer, met
George when I first
joined the LMCC
Board of Trustees
2002. Throughout
Professionally, he held degrees in my tenure on the
Engineering, Business and Law. Board and as General
For approximately 33 years, he
Manager, I found
provided professional services
George to be a man
to Lake Mohawk by uniquely
of highest principles,
combining a strong foundation
integrity and honor.
and practical knowledge of the
He was a trusted
law with an appreciation of
colleague, and a
the engineering profession and
man I was privileged
principles.
to call “friend.” I
will long remember
George developed a relationship
and cherish his
of trust with all parties with
friendship. He will be
whom he came into contact.
missed by many, I among them.
He served LMCC and the
Rest in peace, George.
surrounding community well
during his long tenure as a
I, Laure Kirk, am honored to
lawyer in Sparta. George loved
share some memories of George
traveling, golf and participating in on behalf of myself and my
gastronomic adventures with Les
sisters, Jamie and Ellyn. Our
Marmitons Cooking Club.
mother, Frances Smith, often told
us how much she relied upon and
A few special remembrances --trusted George’s wise and loyal
I, Michael Devine, first met
counsel. She knew that George
George in the late 80s when I
cared deeply about LMCC
became an LMCC Trustee. We
and would always tell her what
shared a professional and personal course of action was in the best
relationship ever since. I always
interests of the Club. To Fran
found George to be easy with
Smith, though, George was not
a smile, thoughtful and reliable in just her attorney, he – along with
his legal opinions, and generous
Margaret and Meave – were he
with his time. He lived a very
r very dear friends. We extend our
rich life with many interests, but
deepest sympathies on the passing
would readily focus on helping
of a very good man.
whoever was in front of him. He
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I, Debbie Hookway, became
good friends with George over
the 20 years we worked together
on the LMCC Board and ByLaws Committee. Over the years,
he initiated many beneficial
amendments to the By-Laws
including membership categories,
absentee ballots, delinquent dues,
and PAC improvements. George
was always a good sounding
board for ideas and was happy
to sit down and chat with a
friend, especially over a glass of
good wine. George, I will miss
your travel, train and war stories.
Margaret and Meave, my heart
goes out to you and I hope your
treasured memories of George will
help ease your sadness.
I, Joe Wehmeyer, over the past
20 years, was privileged to know
July 2015
and work with George who was
a friend and trusted professional
for LMCC and all of us who
worked with him. He always
had well thought out solutions
for many of the legal issues with
which LMCC was continuously
involved, and he could be
counted on to provide timely
accurate advice. George, I am sure
you have started your new career
from up above, and I wish you
the very best.
tenacious yet always respectful
adversary. He was a highly
respected member of the legal
community for many years. He
will be deeply missed.
I, Ralph Flaherty, came to rely
on George’s advice, guidance
and friendship during my tenure
as Trustee at LMCC. He was
more than a legal advisor, he was
dedicated to preserving the Club.
He was a man of unshakeable
principle but not in a rigid way.
I, David J. Gherlone, Jr., am
He advised us on when to stand
honored to have been George’s
firm on a particular issue and
friend and colleague for almost 39 when to move on to best serve
years. We began as young lawyers
the Club’s interest - and his
together where his noticeable
advice was always right. He was
talent and intelligence shined
a man devoted to the Club, his
brightly on his work. He was a
friends and his family. I consider
willing resource and a loyal friend. myself fortunate to have had the
I was blessed to be able to spend
opportunity to work with him,
many professional hours with
learn from him and experience
George and Margaret on real estate his friendship. My sympathies to
matters and to enjoy their strong
Margaret and Meave in his loss.
friendship over these many years.
We all will miss him.
Their travels to France and Europe
led to many wonderful dinner
I, Brenda Klumpp, knew George
conversations and I greatly enjoyed for a long time and am very
those stories which were both
saddened about his passing. We’ve
informative and entertaining. He
lost a significant member of the
will be sorely missed but always
By-Laws Committee as he was
present in my heart.
such a knowledgeable member
whose main interest was the
I, Mike Keefer, have been deeply
good of the country club and
affected by the passing of George its members. I’m glad I got to
Sweeny. Throughout my twelve
serve with him on the committee
years of service as a Trustee and as last year and enjoyed chatting
President of the Board of Trustees, afterwards over a glass of wine.
I could always rely on his
I, Richard Urso, came to know
outstanding judgment, support,
George during my tenure as a
and dedication to the Club. For
Trustee from the mid 80’s to
more than three decades he was
the mid 90’s (hard to believe,
a trusted personal advisor and
but I guess we were all among
friend. He will be sorely missed.
the young turks of the time).
This was a time of great changes,
I Jeffrey M. Patti, Esq., as a
rebuilding, and positive
member of the legal community,
advancements for the Club, and
have known George to be a
George’s council and friendship
along with Fran Smith’s hard
work were extremely instrumental
in helping us board members,
and the community as a whole,
make great strides in pulling the
Club out of some of its darkest
and most challenging times. His
advice was always measured and
had the community’s best interest
in preserving its assets in his mind
and heart. From my perspective
the only thing more important
to George was his family - wife
Margaret and daughter Meave. It
is difficult to separate the work
he did for this community from
the accomplishments of Fran.
We all owe him and the work he
put into this community a great
deal of respect and gratitude. My
sympathies go out to Margaret
and Meave. George will be missed
by many of us.
I, Ed Maske, always regarded
George as an outstanding member
of our legal community. Both
his knowledge of the law and
his application of the law were
exceptional. Like me, George was
an avid history buff and when
we weren’t talking law, we were
probably discussing the Civil War.
One of my fondest memories of
George is when he came to visit
me in the Union Army camp in
Gettysburg at a reenactment 20
years ago. George was an honest
and sincere man, who always
sought to do the right thing. I will
miss him greatly. He was truly one
of nature’s noblemen.
I, David L. Hughes, have been
a LMCC member, as a summer
weekend resident, since 1976.
Having attended most of the
Annual Membership Meetings
since about 1985, I thus came
to know George as the Club’s
attorney and watched as he
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helped guide the meeting process.
About three years ago I was
honored to be appointed to the
Club’s By-Laws Committee whose
membership included George.
Since then George became a good
friend. He showed me the “quickway” to I-84 from Sparta which
shortened my summer trips to
Maine. Having served as the City
Clerk for Summit, I know how
important institutional history
is and I can definitely say that
George’s knowledge of how and
why the Club did things will be
greatly missed. I will miss our
chats before and after the ByLaws meetings. My condolences
to his family.
dam (which wasn’t finished until
several years after all of us left the
Board), and many of the major
drainage projects around the
lake. During all of this he became
my friend, and his guidance
was especially signifi cant and
very much appreciated. His
contributions to the community
were substantial. I feel the Club
owes George special recognition
for the many years of hard work.
I, Dean Reinauer, have known
George for about 15 years, and
will always recall his “Scotch
lesson” to me whenever I have
a drink of scotch. I extend my
deepest sympathies on George’s
passing to Margaret and Meave.
I, Nancy Parker, have been friends I, John Krieger, became a George
with George and his family since “fan” approximately 20 years ago
my days in Lake Mohawk when
while enjoying dinner at a local
our offices were across from one
Sparta restaurant. He immediately
another on Main Street. Th e last impressed me with his breadth
time we spoke he asked about my of knowledge on a favorite topic
sponsoring a trip to Cuba - he
- overseas travel. I listened to
loved to travel. We did much trip George describe in fastidious
planning together... although
detail the pluses and minuses
he did out-travel agent me at
of various foreign countries and
times. After my father, a long
during these meetings I came to
time attorney passed, George
know his penchant for precision
helped me legally in many ways,
grammar and vocabulary. Those
generously giving me wonderful
family dinner meetings were
advice and his time. I admired his never boring and I will miss
family life, supportive and loving them. Margaret and Meave will
to Margaret and Meave, at all
always be able to reach into
times. He was a renaissance man, the memory chest for great
good friend, dedicated to family,
thoughts of a man who left his
friends, and community.
mark on those who knew him.
Miss you, my friend. We, Paul
I, Lou Andres, was on the Board
and Beth Hughes, found in
of Trustees when we hired
George a great friend, trusted
George. It was an interesting time legal advisor and good neighbor.
for LMCC - in fact a diffi cult
He possessed great wisdom and
time. A few of the major events
could always be counted on for
that we tackled with his help
sage advice on a wide variety
included dredging, rebuilding
of topics – legal, personal or
the Bridge, facing off with the
political. He will be missed.
Army Corp of Engineers over the
July 2015
I, Daniel A. Colfax, was lucky
enough to get to know George,
his wife Margaret, daughter
Meave and his assistant Maureen
Rezny as a result of sharing an offi
ce with him these past 4 years.
George was a champion for the
little guy, a resolute believer in the
truth, had a brilliant legal mind
and was a good man. He actually
loved the practice of law, as much
as he loved to cook and garden.
But the true joy in his life was
spending time with his friends,
going to New York to visit Meave
and his vacations abroad and at
Cape Cod with Margaret. While
he will be missed and certainly
passed away before his time,
George lived his life on his terms
and to its fullest every day.
I, Will Hookway, knew George
for a long time, but we became
close friends in recent years
sharing common interests such
as railroading and cooking.
George and I rode together in
my trackcar on the Nittany and
Bald Eagle Railroad and the rail
through the Lycoming Valley
in PA, enjoying the unique trip
and taking many photos of the
sights along the rail. I introduced
George to Les Marmitons and
we always enjoyed our monthly
drive, and sometimes challenging
conversations, to the dinner
meetings. Traveling to the
dinners will never be the same
with that empty seat - I’ll miss
him very much. But… George,
I’ll eat your share of the dessert!
I, David Dumbroff, Esq., met
George in 1990 when I began
practicing law in Sussex County.
Jogging by his office, I would
stop in to get guidance on a
particular matter I was handling.
On other occasions I would stop
by his house for perfectly made
sandwiches and a moment to just
chat. George was a great friend
and on occasion has literally
given me the shirt off his back.
What always struck me about
George was his unwavering
ethical commitment. He was
always a great resource, both
knowledgeable and practical. One
of the things I always enjoyed
about George was his sense of
humor which was absolutely
fantastic. I recently spent some
time with George and while
together I mentioned that I had
a closing with his office and legal
staff, telling him that Margaret
did a great job and everything
went through smoothly. George
held up his hand in a fist and
said she was his rock. I will
always have that memory of
him holding his hand in a fist.
I continue to receive guidance
from George - I often find myself
looking at his real estate attorney
review letter which helps me
better represent my clients. This
will always be part of George’s
legacy - his love for his wife and
daughter, his many friends and his
commitment and lasting influence
on the legal community.
I, Harry O’Grady, have known
George for over 20 years and
worked with him closely on
Financial issues at the Club. He
tirelessly provided his expertise
and hard work to support
LMCC and make it what it is
today. George cared deeply for
this community and always
provided keen legal advice.
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LAKE PEOPLE
PASSINGS
GEORGE FAY SWEENY
George Fay Sweeny, 72, passed
away on Monday, May 25,
2015, surrounded by his loving
family. He was born in Jersey
City and lived in Union City
before moving to Sparta in 1976.
He was a graduate of Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute with a B.S.
in mechanical engineering. After
college, he worked for the Spanish
and Greek national railroads.
George proudly served in the
U.S. Army during the Vietnam
war. He received his M.B.A. from
Columbia University, where he
was president of the student body
and a Roswell T. McRae Scholar.
His Doctorate of Law is from
Fordham University. Since 1981,
he maintained a law practice in
Sparta, where he was the attorney
for the Lake Mohawk Country
Club for 33 years. He was an
avid golfer, a travel bug and a
member of the Les Marmitons
Men’s Cooking Club. He is
survived by his loving wife, of 44
years, Margaret Hennelly Sweeny;
beloved daughter, Meave Sweeny,
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of New York City; brother, John
Sweeny, of Mahopac, N.Y.; three
sisters-in-law, Carol, Patricia,
and Alana; and five nephews,
Raymond, Sean, James, Brian and
Patrick. Private services were held
under the direction of the Goble
Funeral Home, Sparta.
GEORGE, THANK YOU FOR
ALL THE YEARS OF YOUR
SERVICE. LAKE MOHAWK
WILL MISS YOU.
CELEBRATIONS
LT. COLONEL SUSAN
FOY RETIRES FROM
THE UNITED STATES AIR
FORCE
Lt. Colonel Susan Foy, daughter
of long-time Clubmembers Karl
and Gudrun Rank, is retiring
from the United States Air Force
on May 31, 2016, after twentyfour years on Active Duty.
Susan is a 1987 graduate
of Sparta High School. She
graduated from the U.S. Air
Force Academy in 1991 with a
Bachelor of Science degree in
Engineering, and then attended
Undergraduate Pilot Training at
Reese Air Force Base in Texas.
Following pilot training her
first assignment was flying air
evacuation missions in the C-9A
Nightingale at Ramstein Air
Base, Germany where she was
upgraded to instructor pilot. Her
next assignment was the C-141 B
Starlifter at McChord AFB, WA,
where she flew as an instructor
and evaluator pilot. Susan was
qualified in all the C-141’s
missions.
She then moved to Scott AFT,
IL to fly the C-21A Learjet
where she was also the Squadron
Assistant Director for Operations
and then Executive Officer to the
Wing Commander.
For a year she was the staff officer
at Headquarter air Mobility
command at Scott AFB before
being selected to attend the Joint
Military Intelligence College at
the Defense Intelligence Agency in
Washington, DC, where she also
earned her second Master’s degree.
July 2015
After attending school she was
assigned to the Directorate for
Force Structure, Resources and
Assessment, Joint Staff J8 at
the Pentagon where she was
Lead Mobility Analyst and
subsequently the Executive
Assistant to the Vice Director.
Her final assignment was with
the prestigious 89th Airlift Wing
at Andrews AFB, Md. to fly
special air-lift missions on the
Air Force II C-32A transporting
the nation’s senior leaders around
the world. Her most frequent
passengers include the Vice
President, Secretary of State,
First Lady, Secretary of Defense
and Chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff.
While at Andrews she was
upgraded to evaluator pilot
and held the positions of
Wing Director of Staff,
Squadron Assistant Director of
Operations and C-32 Chief of
Standardization and Evaluations.
Lt. Colonel Foy is married to
Colonel Scott Foy, and they have
two children, Martina and Aiden.
BIRTHS
SLOANE VIRGINIA
GERMANO
Michael and Victoria Germano
of West Shore Trail are happy
to announce the birth of their
daughter, Sloane Virginia
Germano, born April 25, 2015 at
NYU Langone Medical Center.
The proud grandparents are
Matthew & Virginia Iacobazzo
of Hilltop Trail & Mike and Jane
Germano of Sparta, NJ.
Sloane joins big brother Michael
Wayne Germano III.
JACOB RUSSELL MYERS
Jacob Russell Myers, nephew of
Clubmembers Tara and Marcus
Lisa, was born on March 31 at
8:10am at Chilton Hospital. He
was 9 pounds 14 ounces.
Baby Jacob has two big sisters,
Abigail and Grace and Cousins
Hunter, Olivia and Summer.
He is the son of Meghan
and Russell Myers and sixth
grandchild of Clubmember Terry
Callahan and his wife and angel
in heaven, Ginna Callahan.
Jacob Russell Myers
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LAKE PEOPLE
MEET THE
BEIERLE FAMILY
J
ack Beierle was born and raised in Sparta. He
and his wife Suzie married and later moved to
Lake Mohawk in 1981.
The Beierle Family has enjoyed a long history
here. Jack’s father, Russell was a Pay Master for
the construction work crews that built the original
homes around the Lake. A plaque honoring
Russell Beierle is on permanent display adjacent to
the Boardwalk clock.
Russ and his wife Mary raised their family here
on Lake Mohawk. In addition to Jack, four
of their five daughters raised their families
here and continued the tradition of the Lake
Mohawk lifestyle.
Jack and Suzie also made Lake Mohawk their
family home and that Lakeview home is still the
gathering place for all of their children and their
grandchildren. Suzette, their daughter and her
husband Gene and daughter Elizabeth visit often,
but always for the July 4th holiday. Son Jackie and
his wife Mary live in Sparta with their son, Brent.
Son Fred lives and works in New York City, and
often retreats to the Lake for a weekend visit.
Suzie says that the summer at the Lake is her
favorite time, filled with tradition. She particularly
loves the Parade and the Ski Hawks Show. “The
4th of July fireworks get better each year” she says.
The family enjoys the sunsets while dining with
family and friends at the Boardwalk Club.
“When driving down Winona Parkway with its
flowering trees, lake style buildings and shops…it
reminds me of how special Lake Mohawk is to my
whole family,” adds Beierle. •
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LAKE PEOPLE
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Gizas Family
Talon Family
Cunningham Family
Stoute Family
Ventricelli/Pepe Family
Curi Family
Diamond/Gajewska
Family
Decker Family
Ramos/Pinsky Family
Lyden/Messick Family
Marturano Family
Gallespie Family
Amabile Family
Kazimierz/Orzechowski
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Mackessack/Boutwell
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McDonough Family
Geddie Family
Myheren Family
Conners Family
O’Malley Family
Lytwyned Family
Bittinger Family
Zeglen Family
Orzechowski Family
McCabe/Finnegar Family
Pierson/Neal Family
Pecile/Moore Family
Bargiel Family
Krzanowski Family
Lyden/Messick Family
Rosenberg/Schaberg
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Reid Family
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LAKE SAFETY
ON THE WATERFRONT
- QUICK REFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
BEACHES:
Beach 1 will now be staffed Mon-Fri from 9AM
to 6PM and 12-6 on weekends when there are no
events. All beaches close at 10 PM.
BEACH TAGS:
Tags/wristbands are required for all and will
be strictly enforced. Guest wristbands can be
purchased at the club office during normal
business hours. When the office is closed, the
Boardwalk Club cashier will have a limited
quantity for purchase. MEMBERS MUST BE
WITH THEIR GUESTS.
NEW BEACH SIGNS:
NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY signs have been
removed and replaced by smaller but more detailed
signs. These new signs are more reflective of our
community, lake style and culture. Our beaches
are private and for our members and their guests
only. Therefore, beach tags are required. The club
staffs our beaches with Lifeguards from 12 noon to
6PM daily.
In order to make sure that our members, their
guests and anyone else entering onto our
beaches are advised, we have posted new signs.
These signs state:
“Beach Tags are required. Swimming/Bathing
is permitted only at designated protected
beaches. Lifeguards are on duty between 12
noon and 6 PM daily. Swimming/Bathing at
any other time is discouraged and is at your
own risk. A protected beach is one with a
manned lifeguard stand. If the stand is not
manned, the beach is not a protected beach.”
These signs will be located in two places at each
beach, one at an entrance and another on the
back of the Lifeguard stand. These will be in
place from mid-June, when we begin staffing full
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time until Labor Day. From the day after Labor
Day until mid-October, the NO LIFEGUARD
ON DUTY signs will go back up. These will
stay up at all the beaches until we put up our Ice
Warning signs. When the Ice Warning signs
come down (hopefully in early April!!!!!!) the NO
LIFEGUARD ON DUTY signs will go back up.
We feel that this will offer our members guidance
in using our facilities. It will also offer a warning
to our members when the beaches are not
staffed due to inclement weather, emergencies or
inadequate staffing during the latter part of the
season as well as during the off season periods.
Our Lifeguards will announce that they are going
off duty at 6PM and ask for everyone to exit the
water. They will record the number of people left
on the beach at 6PM and then leave. Swimming
and bathing is always at your own risk. We thank
you for your support and cooperation.
BEACH PARTIES:
Each Beach Association has their own Beach
Party policy and procedure. However, every
Beach or Private Party function must be
registered with the Waterfront Director. This
is necessary for proper staffing for the event. A
Beach and Private Party Registration form is
available on line on the club’s website. This form
must be submitted at least seven (7) days prior to
the event to ensure proper staffing.
BIMINI TOPS FOR LIFEGUARD CHAIRS:
The East Shore Beaches 2, 4, 5 and 6 traditionally
get beaten with sun and wind. We lose umbrellas at these beaches during the summer. Despite
gallons of sun block, our Lifeguards suffer a little.
In cooperation with Danforth’s, they helped design
bimini tops for our Lifeguard chairs. Hopefully,
these will be strong enough to sustain the winds
and protect our Lifeguards who protect our swimmers. Thanks to Diana and Scott at Danforth’s for
helping with this project.
July 2015
JULY 4TH FIREWORKS:
Once the fireworks begin, all swimmers should
be out of the water and in their boats. This is for
your safety. During the fireworks, our busiest
boating night, swimmers may not be seen by
boaters arriving late and trying to find a good spot
to watch the show. Be safe and enjoy the show.
SWIM LESSONS AND JUNIOR LIFEGUARDING:
Please be advised that these programs are
conducted Monday through Friday at Beach 1 and
Boardwalk from 9 to 11:30 AM from June 29th
to August 7th. We ask boaters to please be careful
and considerate in this area during those times.
MARINE PATROL:
The Marine Patrol will be checking boat tags at
docks, the Boardwalk and the Marina. Letters will
be sent out by the office to those who have expired
or no tags. The Marine Patrol will issue warnings
first, but if it comes from the office, 1st offense is
50% of your boat registration fee, 2nd offense is
100% and 3rd offense is appearance in front of
the Marine Services Adjudication Board. Since
this new fine system has been in place in 2013,
our compliance rate has increased dramatically.
Violations went down from 195 violations to
app.40 last year. Thank you for your compliance.
There have been reports from some of our vigilant
members of nonmembers launching kayaks into
our lake. All boats, kayaks, canoes, SUPs, etc.
need to have an LMCC boat tag displayed.
WATERFRONT LIFEGUARDING
COURSE:
The Waterfront Lifeguarding course will be
conducted for LMCC members only beginning
with the prerequisite testing on July 10th. The
course will run Monday through Thursday, 8AM
to 12 noon from July 13th to July 23rd. The fee
for this course is $200.00. Candidates must be at
least 15 years old by the end of the course. Please
contact Rich Carlson at carlsonlmcc@yahoo.com
for registration.
NAVIGATION BUOYS:
Please notify the Marine Patrol if any Navigation
Buoy seems out of place. Please pay attention
to these regulatory buoys. There are over 75
Navigation buoys on the lake.
VESSEL SAFETY CHECKS:
If you missed the Vessel Safety Check at the
Marina last month, you can contact Rich Carlson
at carlsonlmcc@yahoo.com and schedule one.
These are free, usually taking about 10-15 minutes
and upon successful inspection, you may be able to
get a discount on your boat insurance.
STAND UP PADDLEBOARDS:
USCG now defines SUPs as vessels and need to
adhere to the state and federal regulations. PFDs
must be worn for those under 13. PFDs must be
available for all others while on SUP. Inflatables
are good if worn by 16 and over.
BRIDGE:
Bridge jumpers will be reported to the Trustees and
Marine Services Adjudication Board for action.
This is dangerous and causes liability to the club.
Nonmembers may be charged with trespassing.
FACEBOOK PAGE:
The Marine Services maintains a Facebook page.
We continually update it with safety information,
lake and beach conditions, weather advisories,
swim lesson cancellations, and beach closings. Feel
free to visit us. •
ATTENTION SKIERS
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT SKIING IS NOT
ALLOWED BETWEEN THE NORTH END OF
MANITOU ISLAND AND ECHO ISLAND. A
BUOY DESIGNATES THE NO-SKI AREA.
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July 2015
LAKE SAFETY
NJ AND USCG REGULATIONS FOR
STAND UP PADDLERS
The sport of Stand up Paddle boarding (SUP) has
exploded. Many of our members are getting on the
water with their boards for the first time. It’s great,
it’s fun, but do you know what you need to have
and do to be legal on the water?
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has determined that
SUP boards operated outside a surfing, swimming
or bathing area are “vessels” under USCG
regulations. The following refers to what that means
for you when you’re outside those areas.
LIFE JACKETS:
• Each paddler 13 years of age or older must
have a USCG-approved Type I, II, III, or
appropriate Type V (see below) life jacket.
It doesn’t have to be worn, although that’s
certainly the wisest plan, and one which we
strongly recommend.
• A child 12-years old or younger must wear
their USCG-approved life jacket.
• The jacket must be in “serviceable condition,”
without rips, tears or deterioration that will
diminish its performance.
• The jacket must be of an appropriate size and
fit for the wearer.
• A Type V jacket can be used as long as it’s
USCG-approved and applicable for the activity.
• Belt pouch-type inflatable PFDs must be worn
on the person to meet the life jacket regulation.
For other types of inflatable PFDs, check the
approval description printed on the unit for
restrictions. You must be at least 16 years old to
wear an inflatable PFD.
• For all life jackets, be sure to read the label
to know if special requirements pertain to
that device.
OTHER REQUIRED GEAR:
• A whistle or other sound producing device
must be carried to warn other boaters.
• If you’re on the water after sunset, you need to
have a flashlight, or similar lighting device, to
warn other boaters.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:
• As the operator of a vessel, you need to follow
the Navigation Rules.
• You also must register your SUP with LMCC
and obtain a valid boat tag. This tells us that
the SUP belongs on the lake and if found, we
can locate the owner.
• However, according to the NJ State Police
Marine Bureau, the state of NJ classifies the
• SUP as a water sport activity, such as surfing.
Therefore, at this time the State of
• NJ does not require a PFD on a SUP. Even
though the state of NJ does not require a
PFD on a SUP, we would encourage those
participating in the SUP activity to have a PFD
somewhere on the SUP.
• Remember, on a SUP board you’re about the
most vulnerable person on the water. Watch
out for power boats and other crafts; use your
signaling devices to help them spot you.
• Wearing brightly colored life jackets and apparel
in well traveled waterways can be a life saver.
Have a great time on the water and
above all, boat safe!
Attention All Boaters!
WARNING AT THE SPILLWAY
THE MOUTH OF THE SPILLWAY IS VERY LARGE. WHEN
BOATING IN THE AREA OF THE SPILLWAY BE AWARE OF
THE WARNING BUOYS AND DO NOT GO PAST THEM. YOU
CANNOT SEE FROM YOUR CRAFT, BUT THERE ARE LARGE
ROCKS AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE SPILLWAY. ENTERING
THIS AREA IS HAZARDOUS AND IS PROHIBITED.
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LAKE SAFETY
PADDLE SAFE
T
here has been an increase in paddle sports on
the Lake, Paddlers have to know the rules for
boating safely. The number one rule is that a PFD/
lifejacket is required to be readily accessible, this
means that if you are not wearing the lifejacket it
must be within arm’s reach. It is best to wear the
lifejacket, especially during busy days, inclement
weather and night time. Consider it like wearing
a bicycle helmet or wearing a seat belt in a car.
Kayaks, canoes and other paddlers should never
assume that powerboats can see you on the water,
always watch out for power boats. Keep a sound
signaling device such as a whistle handy in order
to attract attention if needed. At night a white
light must be shown toward oncoming boat traffic.
Paddlers may carry either a flashlight or lighted
lantern that can show a white light in sufficient
time to prevent a collision. This is both a federal
and state regulation. Always make sure that you
tell someone where and when you are paddling,
also weather changes quickly so you must get to
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shore as quickly as possible. Paddle together, it is
sometimes more fun and enjoyable when paddling
alongside someone or in a group.
•
WEAR YOUR LIFEJACKET
•
WATCH OUT FOR POWER BOATS
•
WATCH THE WEATHER
•
HAVE A WHISTLE OR SOUND SIGNAL HANDY
•
ALWAYS HAVE A LIGHT AT NIGHT OR DUSK
•
ALL POWER BOATS MUST HAVE LIGHTS ON
AT NIGHT.
Keep Your Children Safe
ANY CHILD TWELVE YEARS OF AGE AND
UNDER MUST WEAR A PROPERLY FITTED
U.S. COAST GUARD APPROVED PERSONAL
FLOATATION DEVICE (PFD) WHENEVER THE
VESSEL THEY ARE ON IS UNDERWAY.
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COMMUNITY
THE SUSSEX COUNTY MINERS
T
he Sussex County Miners, New Jersey’s
newest independent professional baseball
team, has announced their official promotional
schedule for the team’s inaugural season,
running now through Labor Day.
“The Sussex County Miners have a super lineup
of fun for the whole family this summer. Every
day of the week will be special – starting with
Family Fun Sundays, when kids are allowed to
run the bases on the field and take photos after
the game. Every Wednesday, kids under 12
are allowed into games for free. On Mondays,
Tuesdays and Thursdays, we have special deals
at the concession stands that will make food
and drink extra affordable for our fans,” said
Dave Chase, general manager of the Miners.
“Every Friday night – even when there are no
games – the Miners will hold Movie Night
Fridays. And on Saturdays after home games,
fans can enjoy spectacular fireworks.”
To celebrate Independence Day, the Miners
will host an extra dazzling fireworks display
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following the July 2 home game versus TroisRivieres Aigles (the team will be traveling on
July 4). First pitch is at 7:05 pm and gates open
at 6 pm. All events will be held at Skylands
Stadium, located at 94 Championship Place,
Augusta, N.J.
Here are this year’s fun days and
special deals:
• Family Fun Sunday: Kids run the bases after
the game and families can get their family
picture taken on the field after the game.
• Munchy Monday: Discounted prices on
food and drinks at the concession stands.
(Deal changes every week.)
• Two for Tuesday: Two-for-one deals on food
and drinks at the concession stands. (Deal
changes every week.)
• Kids Go Free Wednesday: Kids under 12 get
in free (deal only available at the box office)
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July 2015
• Cheap Cheap Thursday: $2 draft beer, $2
sodas, $2 hot dogs, $2 fries
• Movie Night Friday: We will show a movie
on the videobard ever Friday night (even
when the Miners are not at home!). When
the Miners ARE at home, the movie will
follow the ballgame.
• Fireworks Saturday: Fireworks following
every Saturday home game (also fireworks
on July 2)
Other special events during the
season include Little League Days
June 8-10, the Miners’ International
Series against Japan’s Shikoku Island
League All-Stars June 15-17, a Boy
Scout Sleepover on June 27 and a
Girl Scouts Sleepover on July 17.
Hometown Heroes Night is on July
7. Christmas in July is on July 20.
Pink in the Park Night is August 29,
and Fan Appreciation Day is Sept. 6.
The Miners are constantly
adding fun new promotions
for their inaugural season, so
stay tuned for more updates
at SussexCountyMiners.com.
For more information about any of these
promotions, please call 973-383-7644.
Tickets are $10 for general seating and $12 for
box seating. To purchase individual game tickets
or season tickets, or to view a schedule for the
season, visit http://sussexcountyminers.com. The
Sussex County Miners are members of the CanAm Association of Professional Baseball. •
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COMMUNITY
BOOGIE WOOGIE
VICTORY BALL A SUCCESS
The Society is indebted to all participants helping
raise funds to restore the Van Kirk Homestead.
Generous contributors were: Paul/Carolyn
McDonnell, Phil/Mary Deacon, Eastern Propane
and the Nicholson Family, Wendy Stamer, Paul/
Ann Lawrence, David L. Johnson, Esq. of Morris,
Downing & Sherred, LLP, Jerry Connolly,
Golden Castle Jewelers, Robin Schwartz, Isabel
Mayer, Lake Mohawk Golf Club, Gail/Richard
Miner, Dean Reinauer, Tomahawk Lake Water
Park, Kathleen Fitzsimmons, Toni Chaplin,
Rose Gong Monier, the Liquor Factory, and
Photographs, Cameras and Videos.
The Boogie Woogie Victory Ball hosted by the
Sparta Historical Society at the Lake Mohawk
Country Club was historic. Attendees celebrated
the 1940’s in a grand way. They arrived in service
uniforms/period dress and mingled with cocktails
on the Boardwalk. Many had photos taken
beside vintage autos owned by John Morgan, Bill
and Audrey Ashley and Steve Williams.
Festivities opened with George O. Lott and Lt.
R. A. Madden VFW Post 10152 Color Guard,
and continued with musical entertainment of
the 18-piece Full Count Big Band and the Belle
Tones, modern-day Andrews Sisters, who also
provided patrons with “10 Cents a Dance” swing.
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Steve Styles, Graphic Design Department of
Sussex County Technical School, is sincerely
acknowledged for printing the program.
Advertisers were: NAMI Sussex, Dominick’s
Pizza Restaurant, Laddey, Clark & Ryan LLP,
Author Dan Chiariello, Best Way Printing,
Lakeland Bank, Drs. Salvatore G. Sciascia, Jeffrey
B. Tauber, Donald J. Tauber and Kimberly J.
Tauber, Tom Madsen LLC, Senator Steven V.
Oroho and Assemblywoman Alison McHose.
With gratitude, the Society thanks Restoration
Bond purchasers: Anita Cote, Ron/Ruth Earl,
Diane/Alan Tenenbaum, Florence L. Meyer,
Wendy Stamer, Maryon McMaster, Patty/Bill
Whitehouse, Jan/Don Merwin, Aguado SF LLC,
Judith/Harold Lynch, Renae/Jack Clark, David/
Joanne Holden, PASCO Investment Advisors,
Inc., Suzanne/Charles Maddux, Jean/Jerry Dorr,
Sallie/Paul McDonnell, Eastern Propane, Perona
Farms, Marjorie Strohsahl, Dr. Charles J. Garzik,
Kathleen/Fred Fitzsimmons, Gail/Richard Miner,
Wanda/Robert Caggiano, Karen K. Curd, St.
Moritz Grill & Bar, Mapledale Farms, Donald/
July 2015
Irene Bell, Douglas/Dana Radford and Helene/
Joseph McGill.
Blake, Brendon and Lake Mohawk Country
Club staff took care to ensure a successful event.
The Chair thanks the Committee: Vice Chair
Ethel Simmons, Kathleen Fitzsimmons, Roberta
O’Neill, Nancy Madacsi, Dee Curry, Helene
McGill, Peggy Laddey, Barbara Connolly, Rose
Gong Monier and Gina Pierson.
President Renee Ferguson invites all to the Van
Kirk Homestead, 336 Main Street, Sparta, on
the second Sundays of the month from 1:00 to
4:00 p.m. •
FOR SENIORS ONLY
OPEN SWIMMING POOL:
June 8 to September 7, in the heated pool at
Knoll Heights. Seasonal badges will be sold at a
cost of $45.00 per person. Township residents
can purchase the badges at the Recreation Office;
the daily fee is $5.00. The pool hours are Monday
to Saturday11:30am to 6:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm
to 6:00pm. No one under the age of sixty may
swim in the pool.
SENIOR DAY TRIPS:
THURSDAY JULY 16:
Point Pleasant Boardwalk, Beach and Jenkinson’s
Aquarium. The bus will leave Sparta 8:00am for
an 11:00am aquarium tour. After the tour, you
will have a ticket to go to the beach and have
time to walk the Boardwalk. The bus leaves at
3:30pm for Sparta. Cost is $21.00 per person and
mail-in registration begins June 5 and walk-in
begins June 9.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
Li Grecis will host the Mike Byrne’s All Stars
featuring the Andrews, McGuires, Supremes and
Shirelle’s Review. The bus will leave Sparta 9:00am
for an 11:30am show. The price includes one hour
open bar, complete luncheon of salad and your
choice of three entrees, dessert, coffee, tea and
wine or soda during lunch. The cost is $46.50 per
person and mail-in registration begins July 2, and
walk-in begins July 7.
For more information please call Sparta Recreation
Center at 973-729-2383, or view all of our
programs on our website spartanj.org and click on
Senior Services.
SENIOR DAY:
THURSDAY AUGUST 6:
The New Jersey State Fair on Thursday, August
6, at the Fair Grounds in Augusta. The hours
are 9:00am to 2:00pm for the entertainment,
exhibits and prizes.
SPARTA WOMEN’S CLUB
A
rea women are invited to join Sparta
Woman’s Club members to learn about the
benefits of membership in their organization.
The Club is comprised of community-minded
women from Sparta and neighboring towns
who engage in charitable, educational, and
recreational activities.
An Open House will be held on Wednesday,
July 8th from 10 a.m. to Noon at Homer’s
Restaurant, 18 Sparta Avenue, Sparta, where
women are invited to be a guest of the Club,
enjoy morning refreshments in an informal
setting and chat with members about their
experiences. Please call Helene at 862-2680306 to RSVP or with any questions. •
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July 2015
SPARTA FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS
Are you new to the Sparta area and
looking for a friendly face? Maybe you
have lived here for years and suddenly
find yourself with time to explore
some of the many wonderful things
our community has to offer while
making new friends. Why not join us
and become a part of Sparta Friends
and Neighbors.
Sparta Friends and Neighbors is
a social organization that seeks
to promote friendship through a
wide range of activities, events,
philanthropic efforts and monthly
meetings, September to May, with
local speakers.
Some of our monthly activities
include: Bowling, Bunco, Books and
Movies, Chick Flicks, Sassy Stitchers,
Creative Happenings, Evening Socials,
Gourmet Cooking, Lunch Bunch,
Mah Jongg, Pay it Forward, Day
Trippers and more.
We will be hosting our first meeting of
the new Club year on September 9th,
2015, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at
the Sparta Ambulance Building.
We welcome all new and old area
residents to come and hear what we
are all about. To find out more about
our Club, please call our Membership
Chairs, Barbara 201-788-0484 or
Liz 412-680-2872 or email us at:
spartafriendsandneighbors@gmail.com
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COMMUNITY
SPARTA RECREATION
“JULY MONTHLY SPOTLIGHT”
A “BREATH OF FRESH
AIR” FOR A GREAT
PRICE:
Are your children bored this
summer? Sparta Recreation Day
Camp is a NJ State certified Day
Camp for children from three
years old through 8th grade. Get
them out of the house, away from
the TV and computers and have a
great summer experience.
FREE FAMILY MOVIE
NIGHT UNDER THE
STARS JULY 18- “PLANES:
FIRE & RESCUE”
Grab your friends and family,
a blanket or your favorite lawn
chair and hurry on down to
Dykstra Park to enjoy an oldfashioned movie night. Park
opens at 6:30pm and the movie
begins at 8:00pm. We will also
have music by a DJ prior to the
movie, special prize drawings
throughout the evening, face
painting, temporary tattoos,
and refreshments available for
purchase.
SWIM LESSONS
Sparta Recreation will be
offering swim lessons at Camp
Sacajawea. You can register your
child independently or you can
include them in the camp day
for an additional fee. You do not
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have to attend camp to take part.
Call Sparta Recreation for more
information.
TOTAL BODY
CONDITIONING
7/27 to 9/9
Fee: $56
TENNIS LESSONS
Cross training for improved
Sparta Recreation will be offering overall fitness. Mix it up with
Summer Tennis lessons at the
aerobics, step and weight training
Sparta high school tennis courts. to increase endurance, strength
and flexibility. The classes include:
Participants must wear sneakers
Hi/low aerobics, step, kickboxing,
and provide their own tennis
plyometrics, stability ball, bands,
rackets. Call Sparta Recreation
toning, and floorwork. Steps,
for information.
bands, and stability balls provided.
Please bring your own floor mats
JUNIOR GOLF SUMMER
and hand held weights. Fee based
SESSIONS: JULY 1ST TO
on number of weeks in session.
AUGUST 12TH
This class is coed from 7:15pm to
Learn to play golf, get outside
8:15pm for seven weeks.
and exercise, make new friends,
and have lots of fun. Taught by
YOGA
award winning PGA Jr. Golf
This practice can help manage
Instructor, Marybeth Kohberger,
stress, lessen anxiety, improve
at the Newton Country Club.
sleep and overall health. Learn
Classes for all levels. This is a
to safely stretch, strengthen and
seven week class for ages 7 to10
relax your body with Kundalini
years, class meets on Wednesdays
Yoga. Appropriate for all levels
from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. For
of experience, flexibility and
ages 11-16 years, class meets
strength. Please arrive fifteen
on Wednesdays from 4:00pm
minutes early, wear loose fitting
to 5:00pm. Call for more
modest clothing, bring water, a
information.
mat or towel, and try not to eat
two hours prior to class. Fee is
PEEWEE GOLF SUMMER
based on number of weeks in the
SESSION - AGE: 5 & 6
session.
7/6 to 7/9 - Mon-Thur
7/28-9/8 - Tuesdays
9:30-10:00am / Fee $65
6:00-7:15pm / Fee $56
8/24 to 8/27 - Mon-Thur
8/1-9/12 - Saturdays
3:30-4:00pm / Fee $65
9:00-10:15am / Fee $56
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adventure:
TEA AGES: 4 TO 10
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This fun program will include
a doll and girl hairstyle, tea and
cupcakes, and a craft.
Date
Time
Fee
7/16 10:30am-12noon
$25
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AGES: 4 TO 10
Join us for special “Frozen” event.
The event will include a craft,
dress up, a snack and a special
visit from Elsa!
Date
Time
Fee
7/14 10:30am-12noon
$25
8/13 10:30am-12noon
$25
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crazy animals, and superheroes.
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Injuries, Land Use, Workers’
Compensations, Social Security,
Taxation, Bankruptcy, DebtorCreditor, Business Transactions,
Public Utility Law, Litigation
in all Courts, Family Law and
Municipal Court Defense.
Roger W. Thomas, Robert T.
Morgenstern, Charles J. Brand,
Richard V. Hollyer, William T.
Haggerty, Eileen McCarthy Born,
Michelle Corbett-Rivielle. One
Legal Lane (at 53 Spring Street),
Newton
973-383-1600
MORRIS DOWNING
& SHERRED, L.L.P
Serving the Community since
1899. David L. Johnson,
Christopher D. Quinn, James P.
Fox, M. Richard Valenti, Paul G.
Hunczak, Angela C. Paternostro,
Douglas C. Gray, Michelle M.
Beatty, Thomas J. Bain, Brian
C. Lundquist, Karen D. Russell,
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James M. Cerra, Sabrina M.
Andrews. Complete general
practice including Accident
& Injuries, Matrimonial, Real
Estate, Estate Planning, Business
Incorporations, Municipal
Zoning and Land Use, Municipal
Court Matters. One Main Street,
Newton
973-383-2700
Licensed, 24 hour Emergency
Repairs Quality Work at a Fair
Price. New Construction to
Simple Repairs. Serving North
Jersey for over Thirty-five Years.
Lic#13VH06056800.
Call Steve at 845 258-0197
DRIVING SCHOOL
BEHIND THE WHEEL
DRIVING LESSONS
CARPENTRY/HOME
For Sparta High School and
IMPROVEMENTS
Pope John, 16 year old program.
CHESTNUT RIDGE
Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Lake
REMODELING, LLC.
Mohawk Resident. Contact the
Full service, quality
owner directly.
craftsmanship. Members: Garry
John@SpartaDrivingSchool.com
Tonnesen, Bill Tonnesen, & Mark 973-667-2999
Breckenridge
ELECTRICAL
NJ Reg. 13VH08263500
CONTRACTORS
P.O. Box 384, Sparta, NJ 07871
POWER WITH PRESTIGE,
ChestnutRR@gmail.com
INC.
973-729-8477
Full Service Electrical
T. MULVANEY BUILDER
Contractors. Design, Installation,
& SON
Service.
Custom Homes & Renovations.
NJ Lic#13468 • Fully Insured
No Job Too Small. 35 Years
973-726-8521
Experience.
973-383-8276
FINANCIAL
CATERING
LAKE MOHAWK
COUNTRY CLUB
Take-home Catering for all of
your special occasions. Let our
award-winning culinary team do
the cooking for you. Order part
of your menu, or
let us cater the entire event. All
orders must be placed a week in
advance.
21 The Boardwalk.
973-729-5027
CONSTRUCTION
J & S CONSTRUCTION
Specializing in Slate, Tile and
all types of Residential Roofing
and Siding. Fully Insured and
SERVICES
DANIEL PATRICK FLYNN,
CFP®
Investments, Insurance,
& Retirement Planning.
ww.dpflynn.com
973-726-3596
646-580-4326
FUEL OIL
FREDRICKS FUEL &
HEATING SERVICE
Automatic metered deliveries,
Service Contracts, 24 Hour
Service, Budget Plans, Radio
Dispatched Service, Heating
Installations, Oil Burner Sales
and Service. Efficiency Testing,
Tank and Environmental Loss
Protection,Locked in Fuel Price
Year Round, Cash Discount,
Fuel Oil Storage and Office in
Sparta. Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Accepted. www.fredericksfuel.com
973 729-4777
HART & ILIFF FUEL
& ENERGY SYSTEMS
Automatic Delivery, Oil Tank
Environmental Protection Plan,
24 Hour Emergency Service,
Service Plans - Complete System
Coverage Available, Exclusive
Ultrablend Heating Oil, Even
Payment & Price Protection
Plans, Easy Pay Discount
Purchase Plan, Under-floor
Radiant Heat, Heating-Cooling,
Repair & Installation, Tank
Installation & Abandonment,
Certified Technicians,
Experienced & Totally Reliable,
Visa, MC, Discover. HVACR
License 19HC00083800. www.
hartandiliff.com
973-383-1421
REGION OIL
Premium Fuel-Oil. Plumbing,
Heating, Cooling. Complete
Equipment Installations,
Automatic Deliveries,
Comprehensive Service Contracts,
Easy Budget Plans, Skilled
Service Technicians. S.T.E.P.
(Storage Tank & Environmental
Protection.) 24 Hour Emergency
Service. Visa & MC.
www.regionaloil.com. Sparta area.
973-827-7000
HANDYMAN
HAMMERTIME
HANDYMAN SERVICE
Carpentry, Closets, Painting,
Sunsetter Awnings, NJ Licensed
& Insured. General Maintenance.
Lic#13VH01572200.
Call Jim: 973-948-4647
HOME SECURITY
MEENAN SECURITY
SERVICES
(A Division of Region Oil)
Total Home Security from “A
Company You Know and Trust”.
Complete Burglar Protection;
Fire and Smoke Detectors; Low
Temperature/Medical Alert.
24 Hour Central Monitoring;
Custom Installations.
800 796-3362
INSURANCE
LIBERTY MUTUAL
INSURANCE GROUP
Kevin Duffy Resident Sales
Representative. Life, Auto, Home
and Voluntary Group Benefits. 13
Main Street, Sparta. Evenings and
Saturday by Appointment.
973 726-4550 EXT. 52927
KENNELS
LAKE HOPATOCONG
KENNELS
Boarding & Grooming for your
pets. Indoor/Outdoor facilities.
Veterinarian on call. Route 181.
973-663-1111
COZY CAT
The Ultimate and Exclusive in
Cat Boarding and Grooming.
Andover Rd.
973-729-MEOW (6369)
MASONRY
ANNUNZIATA MASONRY
All types of masonry, all masonry.
Repairs and Alterations.
Stonework, Brickwork, Bluestone,
Patios, Walkways, Walls,
Fireplaces and Chimneys. Free
estimates. References, Quality
Work, Fully insured. Call Ed
Annunziata
201 874-2188 OR 570
828-2041
ONE GUY FROM ITALY
Raising stonework to an artform.
Unique masonry with a European
flair. Stone, Brick, Block,
Concrete, Fireplaces, Pavingblock,
Seawalls, etc. Expert stone repairs.
Ciro Coticelli
973-726-4233
PAINT &
WALLPAPER
AILISH’S ALPINE
PAINT CENTRE
Benjamin Moore Paints &
Stains. Custom framing &
Wallpaper. 149 Woodport Rd, Rt
181 Plaza, Sparta.
973-729-2300
FRANK WOOD
INTERIORS
Painting Interiors, Exteriors,
Meticulous, Courteous.
Making your vision a reality.
frandwoodinteriors.com
973-600-0596
PET CARE
TREASURED CREATURES
PET CARE
All the best for your treasured
pets! We are fully insured and
bonded as well as trained in
animal first-aid by the American
Red Cross. Our services include:
pet sitting, daily dog walking, care
of special needs pets, pet taxi and
more. Located in Lake Mohawk
www.treasuredcreatures.com
PLUMBERS
AND HEATING
SHARPE PLUMBING
AND HEATING, INC.
John Sharpe
License #9644 and #4506
OFFICE 973 729-0592
55
CLASSIFIEDS
MR. PLUMB, INC,
Plumbing, Heating, Water
Conditioning. License # 8779
OFFICE 973 729-4131
REALTORS
CENTURY 21 GEBA
REALTY
View all Sparta & Lake
Mohawk listings at www.
century21gebarealty.com. Donna
Geba Hrabarchuk, Broker/
Owner. 23 Main St, Sparta NJ
07871
973-726-0333
SHOES
SPARTA COBBLER
Allen-Edmonds, Red Wing,
Sebago, Brighton Products. Shoe
repair done
on premises. Cobbler’s Corner,
215 Woodport Road.
973-729-2736
TIRE DEALERS
Call for Appointment
973 729-2137
TREES
SPARTA TREE SERVICE
Removal, Trimming and
Firewood.
Fully Insured, Free Estimates.
973 729-5179
SPARTA DISCOUNT TIRE
DISTRIBUTORS
BF Goodrich, Michelin, Dunlop
150 Woodport Road (Rt. 181)
Complete Auto Repair Service
REMODEL AND
RENOVATIONS
BERNIE’S BUILDERS
Remodel and Renovations,
Home Repair Serving
Sussex County Since 1986 Lic#12VH01589000
973 219-3408
ROOFING & SIDING
ROOFING & SIDING
All Home Repairs, Windows,
Decks, Painting, Gutters. LMCC
References. Terry Morris: 973209-6776
SAND, GRAVEL
& TOPSOIL
BENNETT SAND &
GRAVEL
For all your needs. Sparta.
973-383-4050
SEPTIC SERVICE
WILSON SEPTIC SERVICE
Since 1955. Baffle Filters,
Maintenance, Restorations,
Pump & Septic Repairs &
Replacements.
Info@wilsonseptic.com
973-729-2112
Your Complete
Outdoor
Solution
For 30 years you have seen the trucks and heard the praises for Greco Landscaping here in Lake Mohawk. But did you
know that we are a full-service, all-season landscape contractor specializing in all aspects of property maintenance?
Let us show you our knowhow, professionalism, expertise
and courtesy. Call today to schedule your free consultation
for your property’s needs.
Whether it’s paver patios, fencing, fertilization,
mulch, tree and shrub care, or just plain old
fashion lawn cutting, serving you is our
greatest privilege.
Greco Landscaping &
Lawn Maintenance Service, LLC.
14 Park Drive, Franklin, N.J. 07416
(973) 209-4306 - Fax (973) 209-4346
website: http://www.grecolandscaping.com
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LAKE HISTORY
July 2015
THE WATERS RUN OVER
Written by Holly Fiorella, Chairperson Lake Mohawk Historic Committee
The Waters Run Over
n continuing with the theme of reflecting onby HollyItFiorella
actually took less than 19 months to flood the
the early days of Lake Mohawk, I wanted to
valley – truly an amazing engineering feat!
In
continuing
with
the
theme
of
reflecting
on the early days of Lake Mohawk, I wanted to
share these rare photos as well some interesting
these
rare the
photos
as well
some
interestingTh
facts.
In Mohawk
order to stem
the waters
of the Wallkill
facts. Inshare
order
to stem
waters
of the
Wallkill
e Lake
Historic
Committee
a twenty-four
inch bronze
valve, located continues
within theto
partially
finishedwith
dam,itswas
closed on
River, aRiver,
twenty-four
inch bronze
valve, located
move forward
planning
26, 1926.
Thisdam,
stopped
the flow of the river
and marked
of Lake
Mohawk.
within August
the partially
finished
was closed
and thanks
those the
whobeginning
have expressed
interest
in
Pictured here is Harry C. “Skipper” Callahan, Chief Engineer for the Crane Company, as the first
on August 26, 1926. This stopped the flow of
being a part of this new committee. Inquiries
waters flowed over the spillway on March 17, 1928. Also pictured is an almost full lake. It was
the river and marked the beginning of Lake
can be sent to lakemohawkhc@gmail.com. We
estimated by engineers at the time that it would take 26 months for the lake to fill to capacity
Mohawk. Pictured here is Harry C. “Skipper”
are very happy to report that the Lake Mohawk
once the valve was closed. It actually took less than 19 months to flood the valley – truly an
Callahan, Chief Engineer for the Crane
Historic Committee is going to partner with the
amazing engineering feat!
Company, as the first waters flowed over the
Sparta Historical Society! We look forward to
The Lake
Mohawk
continuesfrom
to move
withand
its planning
and
spillway on March
17, 1928.
AlsoHistoric
picturedCommittee
is an
learning
theirforward
experiences
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those
whoestimated
have expressed
interest in being
a part“fi
ofndings”
this new
committee.
almost thanks
full lake.
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by engineers
historic
with
them. • Inquiries can be
sent to
lakemohawkhc@gmail.com.
at the time
that
it would take 26 months forWe
theare very happy to report that the Lake Mohawk Historic
is going
withclosed.
the Sparta Historical Society! We look forward to learning
lake to Committee
fill to capacity
once to
thepartner
valve was
from their experiences and sharing our historic “findings” with them.
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