Board of Directors Report | Lake in the Clouds

Happy Summer Days to our Community Members!

A few reminders and upcoming dates.

The last Board of Directors meeting was held on July 17, 2025. The next one will be on August 21st at 6:00 PM in the Clubhouse. Members are encouraged to come and present any problems or frustrations they may have concerning our
Community. Social media is not monitored by any Board member and no answers or explanations will be given there.

Elections are coming up in October. Members in Good Standing, please consider being a candidate for the Board as we will have three open seats this time around. Contact Diane in the LITC office for an application. 570-676-0900 or email at office@lakeintheclouds.org. Declaration of intention to run must be received by August 25th. Return of the Candidates Personal Statement must be returned by August 29th. No exceptions.

Ballots will be mailed to members on September 4th.

Meet the Candidates will be held on Wednesday September 9th at 6 PM and another on Saturday, September 13th at 10 AM in the Clubhouse.

ATTENTION: Coming to the Pavilion is the annual Community Picnic on Saturday, August 9th from Noon to 4:00 PM. (Please note that the grill closes at 3:00 PM) There is no fee for Lake in the Clouds residents but guests over 12 years are $10.00. Hot Dogs, hamburgers and sausage will be provided and grilled by our famous grill chefs. Sides, desserts and drinks (soda and water) are also provided. PLEASE- RSVP with a headcount for your group as soon as you can but no later than August 1st. We need to know how much food to buy! RSVP to litcpicnic@ptd.net.

There will be a DJ and also be a 50/50 raffle so bring some cash to buy tickets..$1 each or $5 for 6 tickets. Rain Date is August 10th.

Also coming to the Pavilion is the Community Yard Sale set for August 16th from 9AM to 3PM. Just come and set up to sell or come to buy! One person's junk is another person’s treasure. Right?

In September there will be an LITC Art Exhibition! Saturday, September 20th from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. All forms of art are welcome: painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, ceramics, quilting, knitting etc. Find further information and the application to participate in the exhibit at www.artmora.com/lakeintheclouds.

Please remember to sign in with Tomas at the beach with your name and lot number. Also at the beach, the wasp nest on the dock has been treated.

I’m sure everyone has noticed that the long awaited completion of the upgrades to all three entrances is here! Done. Signed, sealed and delivered. Besides the wasps, the Clubhouse has been treated for carpenter ants this past month. Potholes have been filled but still a work in progress to do more. Several other repairs are planned for around the Community too.

Reminders:

When contemplating construction in the Community, please consult SCHEDULE B-NEW CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.

This can be found on the Lake in the Clouds website lakeintheclouds.org under the documents tab. This schedule outlines everything needed to know before applying to the Board for a permit. It lists rules for removing any trees, size requirements of buildings, time restraints for operation of construction equipment among other things. It also defines what is considered “construction” and therefore a permit is needed.

Thanks for reading and we hope to see you at the picnic, yard sale, art show and other social events to be announced!

LAKE IN THE CLOUDS COMMUNITY REPORT

JUNE 19, 2025

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LITC members,

The June Board meeting was held in the clubhouse on June 19th at 6:00 PM.

In attendance was Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Phil Barrow, VP., Joan Griffin, Treas., Susan Kirstein, Sec., Joyce Torrey, Bill Scott.

The Treasurer's report was given by Joan. Revenue vs budget is on par with previous years. POA dues were due March 31st. If yours are not paid please do so. Interest and judgements will be forthcoming.

With all the ice we had this past winter the snow plowing/cindering is already over budget.

I’m sure everyone has noticed that all three entrances are now complete!

We have a lifeguard! His name is Tomas Tracy. As of now, he is on duty Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00AM to 5:00PM. Please check in and welcome him. New depth markers and a First Aid kit have been installed at the beach.

All three lakes were treated for various vegetation on June 19th by Aquatic Environmental Consultants.

Joyce Torrey is starting to organize for the Community picnic which is scheduled for August 9th this year. More information will be coming. Contact Joyce if you would like to volunteer some time to help out.

Board of Directors elections are coming up in October. We will have to fill some seats! Please begin to think about becoming a Board member.

The next Board meeting is scheduled for July 17th at 6:00PM in the clubhouse.

COMMUNITY REPORT

MARCH 2025

LITC members,

Hello Spring! Goodbye ice and snow!

The March Board of Directors meeting was held on March 19th. In attendance was Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Phil Barrow, VP., Joan Griffin, Treas., Susan Kirstein, Sec., Al Sicignano, Joyce Torrey, Bill Scott.

The Treasurer’s report was given by Joan. The Board wishes to remind everyone that POA dues are due by March 31st every year. If you haven’t sent yours in yet please do so to prevent any penalties.

The required improvements on the Main entrance and the East entrance should begin in April.

Thank you to Roseanne and crew for the Pot of Gold pot luck this month.

Save the Date: April 12th at 1:00 PM is the next event. Adult Easter Egg Hunt. Bring your favorite “brunch delicacy”, dessert and beverage. RSVP by Thursday, April 10th. Email Roseannne at litcroesocial@gmail.com or https://forms.gle/2G8btHwaaw4iGXEAA.

The Ladies of the Lake have a breakfast each month held at various local restaurants. Usually on the last Wednesday of the month. Come join us! For more information contact Linda Foran at email linda@mistermike.net.

Shiners will be stocked in the lakes again this year. Don’t have an exact date but it should be next month.

If you missed the zoom meeting that was presented by Julia Gray on preventing brush fires in the Poconos here is the link:

https://youtu.be/uj3YkG-nEZg

Another Save the Date: May 3rd. The General Meeting will be held in the Pavilion at 1:00PM.

The next Board of Directors meeting will be on April 10th at 6:00 PM in the clubhouse.

Submitted by Susan Kirstein

LAKE IN THE CLOUDS COMMUNITY REPORT

APRIL 10, 2025

LITC Members,

Mother Nature don’t you know? It’s April showers that bring May flowers not snowstorms!!

Hope everyone survived this latest snow. Hopefully this is the end of it.

The April Board of Directors meeting was held on April 10th. In attendance was Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Phil Barrow, VP, Joan Griffin, Treas., Susan Kirstein, Sec., Joyce Torrey, Bill Scott.

The Treasurer's Report was given by Joan. Dues for this year were due by March 31st. There are still outstanding invoices. If your dues are not paid you are not a member in good standing. As such, you will not be allowed to vote in any elections or speak at General Membership meetings.

Upgrades to the remaining entrances should be starting soon. We are waiting on the markers to be placed first.

REMINDERS:

We still need a lifeguard for this summer. If you know anybody…..

ARTICLE III MEMBERSHIP

Section 1. d:

A “member in good standing” is a member who has paid their annual dues, who has no outstanding fines or special assessments, and who is otherwise in compliance with all Association and Community Covenants, Be-Laws and Rules.

Section 2. c:

Annual dues and/or assessments must be timely paid by all members who own property (with or without a dwelling) within the Community. The due date shall be the 31st of March.

UPCOMING:

General Meeting will be held on May 3, 2025 at 1:00PM in the pavilion or clubhouse depending on weather.

The next Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2025 at 6:00PM in the clubhouse.

Hello LITC members,

This month’s Board meeting was held on January 16, 2025 in the clubhouse at 6:00PM. Attending were Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Phil Barrow, VP, Susan Kirstein, Sec., Joan Griffin, Treas, Bill Scott and Al Sicignano.

A full treasurer’s report was given by the Treasurer, Joan Griffin. The community is in good financial shape.

Thank you to VP Phil Barrow for donating a chainsaw and accessories to the community.

The Social Committee now headed up by Roseanne Gagliardo held their first event on Saturday night the 18th. Chili Night was very well attended with over 30 people! Food was plentiful and delicious. It certainly appeared that everyone was having a good time. Thank you, Ro and helpers.

The Community is in search of a lifeguard for this summer. It has become more difficult to find someone because of all the nearby water parks. If you know of anyone who might be interested in this position please contact the office.

A few reminders:

No motorized vehicles allowed in the beach/swimming areas.
Invoices for 2025 dues have been sent out. Please pay promptly.
Parking on the side of our roads can be dangerous. Roads are narrow and in many spots hilly. In the dark this creates a safety issue. Also, a car parked on the side of the road will most certainly hinder any snow plowing that needs to be done.

The next Board meeting will be on February 20th at 6:00PM in the clubhouse.

Submitted by:

Susan Kirstein, Secretary

COMMUNITY REPORT

FEBRUARY 2025

Hello LITC members,

February’s Board of Directors meeting was held on February 27th. In attendance were Charlie Schaffer, Pres., Phil Barrow, VP., Joan Griffin, Treas., Susan Kirstein, Sec., Al Sicignano.

A full treasurer’s report was given by Joan and the community finances are in good shape. This includes having the funds to start and complete the updates to our two remaining entrances.

A big THANK YOU to Roseanne Gagliardo and her crew for trying to have a Valentine’s social. Unfortunately, this had to be cancelled twice because of the weather. BUT, mark your calendars and sign up for the St. Patrick’s Day Irish potluck on March 15th in the clubhouse! Email her at litcroesocial@gmail.com.

You may have noticed there are two trees broken off by the clubhouse. Rest assured that this will be taken care of as soon as weather permits.

We are still in search of a lifeguard for the summer. If you know of anyone interested please have them contact the office for more info.

The Lake in the Clouds Ecology Committee held their first meeting in February. Our representative from Aquatic Environmental Consultants (AEC) was in attendance and answered many questions regarding our lakes and the vegetation.

We all know it was a terrible month for snowy and icy roads. Panther did their best to keep up. And speaking of roads, please try not to park on the side of them especially in winter. It can be very dangerous. It is dark at night and visibility is poor, possibly causing an accident. Also, Lake in the Clouds sometimes becomes just what the name implies with foggy conditions and poor visibility.

The next Board meeting will be on March 20th in the clubhouse at 6:00 PM.

Submitted by Susan Kirstein

Hello LITC members,

A full treasurer’s report was given by the Treasurer, Joan Griffin. The community is in good financial shape.

Thank you to VP Phil Barrow for donating a chainsaw and accessories to the community.

A few reminders:

No motorized vehicles allowed in the beach/swimming areas.
Invoices for 2025 dues have been sent out. Please pay promptly.
Parking on the side of our roads can be dangerous. Roads are narrow and in many spots hilly. In the dark this creates a safety issue. Also, a car parked on the side of the road will most certainly hinder any snow plowing that needs to be done.

The next Board meeting will be on February 20th at 6:00PM in the clubhouse.

Submitted by:

Susan Kirstein, Secretary

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Hello LITC members,

A full treasurer’s report was given by the Treasurer, Joan Griffin. The community is in good financial shape.

Thank you to VP Phil Barrow for donating a chainsaw and accessories to the community.

A few reminders:

No motorized vehicles allowed in the beach/swimming areas.
Invoices for 2025 dues have been sent out. Please pay promptly.
Parking on the side of our roads can be dangerous. Roads are narrow and in many spots hilly. In the dark this creates a safety issue. Also, a car parked on the side of the road will most certainly hinder any snow plowing that needs to be done.

The next Board meeting will be on February 20th at 6:00PM in the clubhouse.

Submitted by:

Susan Kirstein, Secretary