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LAKE IN THE CLOUDS COMMUNITY REPORT

NOVEMBER 20, 2025

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL OUR NEIGHBORS!

The latest Board of Directors meeting was held on November 20, 2025. In attendance were Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Bill Scott, VP, Joan Griffin, Treas., Susan Kirstein, Sec., Joyce Torrey, Al Sicignano, Erica Buck.

The treasurer’s report given by Joan was full of good news, financially speaking. She states we are in good shape for this time of the year. Several reasons were given including outstanding POA dues payments that came in and the bank has released back to us 80% of the money that was being held in the Letter of Credit for the updating of the entrances. The remaining money will be coming back to us in July of 2027. That’s the rule and we have no say.

Joan prepares a monthly financial report that is available to POA members. She is in the directory and under Contacts on the website.

Building and Grounds: Volunteers have been busy cutting dead trees by the Clubhouse and overhanging branches along the roads. Furniture has been moved to inside storage for the winter; snow fence is up and many little things to keep us looking good and safe. The Board of Directors wants to say a BIG thank you to Nick Prizzi for fixing up the pillar by the west side entrance. It looks great!

Roseanne Gagliardo and the social committee hosted a wonderful Friendsgiving on November 15th in the Clubhouse. It was well attended and everyone seemed to be having a great time. Besides, the food was plentiful and delicious! They also had a Kid’s Halloween Party in October which was fun for those kids attending.

The next event is coming up on December 13th and it will be a cookie swap. More info will be coming. Check the LITC website. www.lakeintheclouds.org.

Here’s the REMINDERS:

Dogs must be under control at all times and must not be allowed to run at large. Not only are these LITC rules but also Pennsylvania law. Violations can be reported to the local dog warden, not only the LITC Board. Please see LITC Rules and Regulations, Property section #9 which includes excessive barking.
We all know snow and ice will be arriving soon so PLEASE do not park your cars at the side of the road. It is unsafe and will hinder any plowing/cindering that needs to be done.
Speed Limit is 20 MPH on all roads in the community. Please adhere.
Read all new construction requirements before starting any projects. These are found in Schedule B. Again, these are on the website.
Familiarize yourself with the LITC POA By-Laws. These cover laws that the POA must follow. Subjects covered include: Membership, Dues, Meetings, Election and Voting and many other things. They were last updated in May of 2022.
If you feel you have a complaint about something or need to discuss an issue, the proper place to do so is at a Board meeting.

The next scheduled Board meeting will be on December 18th at 6:00 PM in the Clubhouse.

LAKE IN THE CLOUDS COMMUNITY REPORT

SEPTEMBER 2025

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Hello Community Members! The leaves are starting to change colors and many have already fallen. Means only one thing. Autumn is here and bringing some cooler weather. I do hope the colder weather won’t be arriving just yet though.

With that colder weather comes a reminder that there should be no parking on the roadways especially with possible plowing coming and it just creates a hazardous situation.

The Board of Directors held their last meeting on September 18, 2025 in the Clubhouse at 6:00 PM. In attendance were Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Joan Griffin, Treas., Susan Kirstein, Sec., Joyce Torrey and Bill Scott. Phil Barrow, VP. and Al Sicignano joined us by Zoom. As always, Community Members are encouraged to attend if they have any issues that need to come to the Board's attention.

Joan gave a full Treasurer’s, Budget and Finance report. She reported that finances are looking good and are a little above last year at this time. Hopefully we won’t have to plow/grit the roads too early this year!

The Community didn’t need too much in the way of road repair this year but some needed maintenance on road shoulders and culverts was done. You will also notice additional stones by the Lake in the Clouds dam were installed and by the beach a barrier was installed to help prevent erosion. The dock is out of the lake waiting for next summer to go back in. Potholes have been filled and landscaping around the Clubhouse has been weeded and mulched. Thank you to all who have helped with these needed projects.

The Board is happy to report that headway is being made in regards to lily pads in the lake. It takes time. There will be another treatment done on Monday, September 22nd. Notice went out to the Community already.

Reminders:

The posted speed limit on all our roads is 20 mph.

Dogs must be leashed at all times when off your personal property.

Discharging of firearms is prohibited in the community at all times.

Keep your culverts clear of the autumn leaves so flooding does not erode our roads.

Attend the General Meeting! Vote!

Check our website for upcoming social events or contact the social committee leader at www.litcroesocial@gmail.com. The Art Show on 9/20 was amazing. Who knew we had such talented people living in our Community! Photography, jewelry, pottery, quilts, paintings all on display for our enjoyment. And it was a beautiful day too.

The General Meeting is coming up on Saturday, October 4th at 1:00 PM in the Pavilion. Please make every effort to attend. Members in good standing should have received a packet already in preparation for the meeting. Ballots for the election were included. Please return them or bring them to the meeting on the 4th.

Speaking of ballots, two “meet and greet”s were held in the Clubhouse. The Board and candidates wish that we had more members in attendance. These are set up so that community members know who your Board members are and who is currently running to help you make an informed decision for voting.

We would like to thank outgoing VP, Phil Barrow for his service. He was an asset to the Board during his tenure.

The next regular Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Clubhouse.

See everyone at the General Meeting! Saturday, October

4, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the Pavilion.

LAKE IN THE CLOUDS COMMUNITY REPORT

OCTOBER 2025

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Hello Community Members. Autumn is in full swing and we’re heading towards the end of 2025. Everybody asks “where does the time go?” I certainly don’t have that answer but I can say make the most of every day. Be happy and be kind. Life can be short.

The General Meeting was held on October 4th. Elections took place on that day. Charlie Schaffer and Joyce Torrey won another term and Erica Buck will be serving her first term.

This month’s Board of Directors meeting was held on October 23rd in the Clubhouse at 6:00 PM. In attendance were Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Bill Scott, VP, Susan Kirstein, Sec., Joyce Torrey, Al Sicignano, Erica Buck. Joan Griffin, Treas. attended by zoom.

Community members are encouraged to attend if they need to bring any concerns to the attention of the Board.

Erica Buck was welcomed as the newest Board member.

During the treasurer’s report, Joan stated it is pretty much the same as the report that was included in the election mailing so everyone should have it. Good news for Community finances is that since the entrance upgrades have successfully been completed. The bank holding our Letter of Credit will be refunding 80% back to the liquid account and the remaining 20% to follow at a later date.

Thanks to Bill Scott and volunteers. They have been busy, as usual, with maintenance jobs around the community. Branches hanging over the roads will be trimmed soon and the snow fencing will be put up by Lake in the Woods too.

The Social Committee has been busy planning events for the Community. Roe and Cathy are trying hard to get information out to all members. Please check the website (listed at the top of the page) for upcoming events or contact Roe by email at litcroesocial@gmail.com to find out happenings. They would like to see more people attending, I’m sure. The next event will be Friendsgiving on November 15th. December is a cookie swap. More information is coming soon. Come and join us!

Ongoing events are The Ladies of the Lake meet for brunch once a month and there is a Men’s Breakfast once a month too! There is also a Book Club that meets. (also known as the Lake In The Clouds Ladies’ Literary Society) Diane in the office can get you information on these if you're interested. Email: office@lakeintheclouds.org Phone: 570-676-0900.

REMINDERS:

Speed limit signs are there for a reason. 20 MPH on ALL roads in the Community. Please adhere.
Please, no parking on the side of the roadways. Ever. That is what driveways are for. It is not safe at the side of the road especially once winter is in full swing. The plows must get through and that snow is pushed to the sides.
Dogs on leash at all times when walking them through the Community.
No discharging of firearms within the Community.
ATV riders must obey the speed limit too. Helmets should be worn.
Attend social events so everyone can get to know each other.

The next meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled for November 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Clubhouse.

Submitted by Susan Kirstein, Sec.