Category: GLA Meeting Minutes

Meeting Called to Order

• Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Mike Rankin.
• Location: Olathe Health JCCC Education Center, with Zoom participation viewing available.
• Guest Speaker: Dan Jones, Environmental Manager with APAC, presented first.

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Present and Absent

Present:
Mike Rankin, Ryan Mueller, Leslie Hind, Blair Honeyman
Absent:
Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert, Amy Heaven

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Agenda

• Approved as submitted.

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Guest Presentation – APAC Quarry Operations

Presenter: Dan Jones, Environmental Manager, APAC.

• Quarry Operations: APAC will resume intermittent mining operations south of the lake to supply materials for the intermodal and data center projects.
• Activities Include:
  • Controlled blasting (anticipated 1–2 times per month).
  • Truck traffic primarily via the northwest entrance using Gardner Road.
  • Reclamation areas to remain vegetated with 150-foot buffers to prevent runoff into the creek flowing toward the lake.
• Environmental Controls:
  • Dust controlled by watering haul roads and maintaining air permits through Johnson County Environmental.
  • Weekly road sweeping planned.
  • Blasting vibrations monitored by Vibratech; limits regulated under federal and state law.
• Resident Protections:
  • Pre-blast home inspections completed for nearby properties; APAC carries insurance for potential damage.
  • Residents may sign up for blast notifications via QR code (posted to GLA Facebook).
• Future Coordination:
  • APAC open to collaborating on lake dredging disposal using their retired pits.
  • Quarry activity expected to begin late March 2026 depending on weather.
  • Truck volumes projected around 25 loads per day at peak.

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Secretary Report

Presented by: Ryan Mueller

• Recap of Spring 2025 meeting:
  • Mike Rankin appointed President; Amy Mueller stepped down.
  • Mike Stafford and others joined the board.
  • Guest presentation on harmful algae mats by state representatives.
  • Discussion of water quality, task force efforts, and volunteer needs.
  • 4th of July and community events reviewed.
• Motion to approve minutes: Moved, seconded, and approved.

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Treasurer Report

Submitted by: Leslie Hind

• 4th of July: Budget $500; spent $490.38.
• Trash Days: $1,460 for two dumpsters; 5.2 tons of waste removed plus 8 truckloads of scrap metal.
• Kayak Race: Grossed $524.27; expenses ≈ $300 → net profit ~$224.
• Apparel Sales: $516.81 collected.
• New Resident Welcome Bags: $385.92 spent on supplies and materials.
• Current Account Balance: $28,922.84.
• Motion to approve Treasurer’s report: Moved, seconded, and approved.

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Old Business

Board Member Updates

• Retirements:
  • Melinda Broward retired due to family health reasons; long-time organizer of community events.
  • Greta Jahraus stepping down after 5 years but will continue volunteering.
• New Board Member: Blair Honeyman welcomed, will assist with social events.
• Open Position: Seeking additional volunteers for activity coordination.

New Resident Welcome Program

• Each new homeowner receives a welcome bag containing GLA information, applications, directories, and a donated signed copy of Amy Heaven’s book.
• 11 bags distributed in 6 months. Program has increased engagement and improved directory accuracy.

Community Calendar

• Annual lake calendar to continue; distribution in January 2026 by road reps.
• Advertising funds fully offset production costs (~$100 per ad).
• Sandy Adams recognized for design and coordination.
• Residents encouraged to submit photos for the 2026 edition.

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Task Force Report

Presented by: Ryan Mueller

Lake Ownership & Spillway Repairs

• Background: City of Gardner reaffirmed intent to divest ownership of Gardner Lake; uninterested in long-term maintenance or capital investment.
• Task Force Goals: Explore options for community ownership or partnership models (e.g., Community Improvement District – CID).
• Survey Results: ~75% resident support for CID concept; discussion ongoing to ensure equitable participation.
• Funding Status:
  • State Grant: $500,000 secured.
  • Johnson County Wastewater: committed $300,000.
  • City of Gardner: responsible for remaining ~$200,000 (potentially from sale of surplus parcels).
• Timeline:
  • Bidding for spillway repair to occur winter 2025–26.
  • Construction planned spring 2026, completion required by 2027.
  • Dam and boat ramp would close temporarily during construction.

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Lake Health Report

Presented by: Leslie Hind

Water Quality & Environmental Updates

• State Oversight: KDHE and county monitoring sediment control from nearby developments.
• Silt Control: Recent violations investigated; additional silt fencing now required.
• Zebra Mussels: Confirmed active infestation; entering 3–5 year “boom and bloom” phase. Residents reminded to wash boats and avoid transporting species.
• Fish Stocking 2025:
  • 3,000 channel catfish
  • 12,000 redear sunfish fingerlings
  • Ongoing blue catfish population monitoring (30+ lb specimens reported).
  • Next stocking/sampling: June 2026 (blue catfish, largemouth bass, gizzard shad).
• Algae Monitoring: KDHE testing throughout summer 2025 found low/non-detect toxin levels.
  • Residents reminded to avoid disturbing algae mats and rinse hands after fishing.
• Bryozoans: Presence indicates high water quality; residents asked to leave them undisturbed.
• Invasive Aquarium Species:
  • “Water weed” and Asian snails likely introduced from aquariums—residents urged not to dump tank contents.
• Golf Cart Reminder: City prohibits golf carts and ATVs on public streets; fines may be issued. Major streets affected would be around Lake Road 3 and 152nd Street.

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New Business

• Discussion of city retention of water rights if lake ownership transfers; city holds a 100-year state-granted withdrawal right.
• Review of storm and flood resilience following 2025 summer storms.
  • Spillway performed as designed; handled approximately 10 inches of rainfall in 12 hours.
  • 1993 flood referenced for comparison.
  • Historical blockage from fish netting noted as cause in prior flood events.

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Special Events

• Fall Chili Cook-Off:
  • Held evening of October 18, 2025 (same day as meeting).
  • Nine chili entries confirmed.
  • $10 per adult, $5 per child; includes raffle and s’mores bar.
  • Event proceeds benefit GLA community fund.

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Adjournment

• Motion to adjourn moved and seconded.

Gardner Lake Association – Minutes to Monthly Board Meeting 9/10/25

Meeting Called to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mike Rankin at 4:00 PM on Zoom.

Present: Ryan Mueller, Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert, Mike Rankin, Greta Jahraus, Blair Honeyman, Amy Heaven, Leslie Hind

Absent: Blake Larson

Agenda – Approved as submitted.

Secretary Report – Minutes from August were submitted by Ryan Mueller prior to meeting and approved as presented.

Treasury Report

• Submitted by Leslie Hind.
• Collected $1,321.08 from the Kayak Race, with event costs of $347.
• Total in all GLA accounts: $29,959.92.
• Thanks noted for apparel sales and recent membership dues.

Old Business

• Resident Information Packets
  • Greta is distributing these to new residents and Lake Road Reps. She will also keep six new resident bags on hand.

New Business

• Mailchimp Text Messages
  • Mike mentioned that Mailchimp, our email platform, may support text messaging. Mike and Ryan will investigate if phone numbers can be added.
• Calendar Events on Website
  • Ryan looked at adding calendar events to the website. Due to technology limitations and security concerns, the team decided to pass on the idea.

Special Events

• Fall Cookoff
  • Scheduled for 10/18 at 4pm
  • Natalie Hill is taking charge of the event. Team is going to discuss theme, raffle, and any board support with her.
  • Preparations to include bonfire and raffles. Greta has items available for raffle baskets.
  • Port-o-potty: Drop off Friday/pickup Monday with typical provider allows for too much vandalism. Options for Saturday/Sunday service discussed. Long-term solutions remain costly ($20–30K). Mike S. to look into Facebook options.
  • Police security for event is being considered but requires insurance.
  • Cleanup after event may be needed.
  • Start time moved earlier to 4 PM with food at 5 PM.
• Fall Resident’s Meeting
  • Scheduled for October. Room is booked. Agenda will include by-laws, taskforce, and lake updates.
  • Amy to provide coffee supplies; Leslie to provide donuts.

Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Sandy Adams, seconded by Amy Heaven. Meeting adjourned at 5:02 PM.

Meeting Called to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mike Rankin at 4:00 PM on Zoom.
 
Present: Ryan Mueller, Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert, Mike Rankin, Greta, Blair Honeyman, Amy Heaven
Absent: Leslie Hind, Blake Larson
 
Agenda
Approved as submitted.
Secretary Report
Minutes from July are not yet available as Ryan was absent. He will gather notes from the team and publish the July minutes soon.
Treasury Report
Current balance: $28,472.42. Thanks extended to Sandy, who has been busy selling apparel and contributing to revenues.

Old Business
Introduction of New Board Member:
The board welcomed Blair Honeyman as a new member.
Merchandise:
The team discussed phasing out current GLA shirts (white and green long sleeves). Options to clear existing inventory will be explored.
Resident Information Packets & Communication:
Greta continues to prepare resident information packets. Current supplies include 24 directories and 12 magnets.
Discussion covered ways to modernize delivery:
Shift emphasis to digital access via the GLA website.
Welcome baskets considered for new residents.
Website updates suggested to include helpful info and an events calendar.
Newsletter revival discussed: Mike will draft an outline, and team members will choose subjects to write on. Final version to be assembled collaboratively in the GLA Google Drive.
Community Cleanup Day:
Scheduled near the Fishing Derby (August 23).
The City of Gardner is expected to handle primary cleanup prior to the event. The board will evaluate afterward if additional volunteer cleanup is needed.
Lake Updates from Leslie
Fish Count: Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks (KDWP) completed a fish count. Carp numbers are strong and fish are looking large; no action needed at this time.
Sewer Issues: Ongoing sewer maintenance trucks remain stationed around the lake (4th consecutive week). With recent flooding, grinder pumps ran continuously, dislodging debris and causing blockages. Several homes appear to have sump pumps illegally hooked to the septic system, which contributed to overload. County crews remain onsite with multiple trucks to manage the issue. Homeowners may face fines if found in violation.
South Development: Leslie has been in contact with county, state, and the developer regarding the south side development. Silt fences and rocks are in place to help with sediment control. Efforts are underway to push the developer to clean up sediment along Lake Road 8.
Zebra Mussels: Leslie requested stories, items, or objects impacted by zebra mussels to borrow for a presentation. In September, the KDWP Mississippi panel will be visiting Gardner Lake, and Leslie has been asked to give a short talk on zebra mussels. KDWP has already been monitoring and conducting experiments at the lake. Photos of the zebra mussel experiment will be shared on Facebook soon.
Taskforce: Ongoing efforts continue to get the city to finalize direction regarding infrastructure.

New Business
Early Warning Weather System:
Jan raised concerns about the lack of a severe weather warning system for the lake area.
The board agreed safety is important, but there are open questions about who would build and maintain such a system.
The idea remains under consideration, and volunteers are encouraged to champion the project.
Lake Siren Coverage:
Discussion reinforced that siren coverage around the lake is minimal, and further outreach with the city may be needed in the future.

Special Events
Fishing Derby:
Scheduled for August 23, 2025. The city cleanup will occur beforehand.
Rock the Docks:
Scheduled for August 31, 2025. Amy Heaven coordinating; one slot (6–8 PM) was still open at time of meeting.
Kayak Race & Paddle Boat Event:
Scheduled for Labor Day (September 1, 2025). Preparations are underway, with water and snacks to be provided. Events include kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, and pedal boats. Trophies and raffle prizes planned.
Fall Resident’s Meeting
Room is booked for the October resident meeting.

Adjournment
The meeting was moved to adjourn by Sandy Adams and seconded by Blair Honeyman.

Meeting Called to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mike Rankin at 4:00 PM.

Present: Mike Rankin, Amy Heaven, Sandy Adams
Absent: Ryan Mueller

Agenda

• Approved as submitted.

Secretary Report

• Ryan was absent so no minutes were submitted

Treasury Report

• No formal report this meeting.

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Old Business

• Boat Parade:
  • The July 4th parade was a big success.
  • Secret judges worked well; feedback was positive.
  • Suggestion: consider eliminating float numbers next year.
• Board Membership:
  • The team continues to seek a replacement for Melinda Broward.
• Grass Carp:
  • Decision deferred until fall, pending KDWP input on lake needs.

New Business

• Kayak Race:
  • Planning in progress for Labor Day (September 1).
  • Amy, Tracy, and Sandra will coordinate prizes, registration, and logistics.
  • Mike will ensure donuts and coffee are provided.
  • Sandy will display merchandise (possibly tie-dye shirts).
  • Volunteers still needed to provide boats for race turnarounds.
• Community Cleanup Day:
  • Mike will assess cleanup needs and send a promotional email/Facebook post to recruit volunteers.
• Rock the Docks:
  • Amy is preparing the schedule and will design a flyer for promotion.
  • Event is set for August 31, 2025.
• Flood Cleanup:
  • Sandy will put a Facebook survey out to determine community interest in providing a dumpster.
• Warning Siren Request:
  • Jan raised the need for improved severe weather warning coverage.
  • The board will revisit discussion at the August meeting.
• Resident Information:
  • To be discussed at the August meeting.
• Next Board Meeting:
  • Plan to schedule an early August meeting to finalize preparations for Labor Day events.
  • Mike will send a text to the team to select a date.

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Adjournment
The meeting was moved to adjourn by Sandy Adams and seconded by Amy Heaven.

Meeting Called to Order by Mike Rankin at 4:00 PM on Zoom

Present:           Greta Jahraus, Amy Heaven, Leslie Hind, Mike Rankin, Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert, Ryan Mueller

Absent:            Blake Larson

1. Call to Order

-The meeting was called to order by Mike Rankin.

3. Treasury Report

-Budget for banners last year was approximately $500; no further purchases expected this year.

-Emphasis on promoting upcoming initiatives rather than additional spending.

-Discussion touched on companies with advertising budgets and local disputes involving property changes.

4. Review of Previous Meeting Minutes

-Ryan reviewed the May minutes

5. Upcoming Events and Planning

-Excitement expressed for handling prizes for the 4th of July Boat Parade. The team is working on preparations for the event. Prizes will be great again this year! Inquiry made regarding historical spending on parade prizes.

6. Lake Update

-Leslie provided an update on water testing conducted by the Kansas Department of Water. Results have been good so far this summer.

-Suggestions included adding consistent signage throughout the area, particularly at the bridge and on Lake Road 5.

9. Other Business

-Discussion about organically organizing events, posting signs, creating flyers, and advertising prize information.

-possible tie-dye t-shirt project.

-Leslie mentioned the task force’s ongoing efforts to address community concerns and keep residents informed.

10. Adjournment

-The meeting was moved to adjourn by Amy and seconded by Mike

Gardner Lake Association

Minutes to Monthly Board Meeting

5/7/25

Meeting Called to Order by Mike Rankin at 4:00 PM on Zoom

Present:           Greta Jahraus, Amy Heaven, Leslie Hind, Mike Rankin, Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert

Absent:            Ryan Mueller, Blake Larson

1. Call to Order

-The meeting was called to order by Mike Rankin.

3. Treasury Report

-Leslie Hind reported a total balance of $28,750.20 in the treasury.

-Only $150 had been spent since the last meeting for room rental.

-35 tickets have been sold for the upcoming cooler raffle.

4. Review of Previous Meeting Minutes

-The minutes from the last meeting were not formally reviewed due to the absence of the designated minute-taker – Ryan was out sick.

5. Upcoming Events and Planning

-Lake Road Rep Meeting: Scheduled for June 2, 2025. This meeting will focus on event planning and community engagement.

-Dumpster Weekend: Scheduled for June 7-8, 2025. Leslie confirmed that dumpsters will be placed at designated locations. Reminder to respect the property of the residents hosting the dumpsters and take note of the unaccepted items.

-Chili Cook-Off and Other Events: Discussion on the need for volunteers to take charge of various events, including the Fourth of July celebrations and the chili cook-off. Suggestions were made to reach out to community members for assistance.

6. Water Quality Concerns

-Leslie provided an update on water testing conducted by the Kansas Department of Water. Results are pending, and the department will continue to monitor the lake’s water quality.

-Discussion on the presence of zebra mussels and their impact on the lake’s ecosystem. Residents were advised to avoid swimming in areas with visible algae.

7. Development Updates

-Leslie reported on the potential development of land near the lake, with rumors of townhomes being constructed. The team is investigating further details about the development plans.

8. Community Engagement

-The importance of increasing community involvement was emphasized, with suggestions to create a newsletter and utilize social media for better communication.

-Sandy proposed creating a classified section on the Facebook page for residents to buy/sell items.

9. Other Business

-Discussion on the need for a more accessible website and the possibility of sharing administrative responsibilities to ensure timely updates and maintenance.

-Leslie mentioned the task force’s ongoing efforts to address community concerns and keep residents informed.

10. Adjournment

-The meeting was moved to adjourn by Amy and seconded by Mike

Meeting Called to Order by Mike Stappert at 9:00 AM at the Johnson County Community College Olathe Health Education Center and via Zoom

Present:           Ryan Mueller, Amy Heaven, Leslie Hind, Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert, Melinda Broward

Absent:            Greta Jahraus, Mike Rankin, Blake Larson

Board Roles: Mike Rankin was unanimously selected to be the next GLA President after Amy Heaven stepped down in the Fall.

Mike Stappert, a new Board member from Lake Road 11, opened by expressing appreciation for the hard work of the GLA Committee and encouraged residents to invite friends and neighbors to future meetings.

Agenda Overview

Mike outlined the agenda, which included a Special guest speaker from KDHE.

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Officer Reports

Secretary’s Report

• Minutes from the last meeting were reviewed. Motion to approve by Donna Pierce, seconded by John Messina.

Treasurer’s Report

• Financial updates were shared.
• Motion to approve report by Sandy Adams, seconded by Pete Adams

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Special Presentation: KDHE Water Quality and Algae Update

Guest Speaker: Ben Growcock – Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE)

Presentation Overview:
Ben addressed a newly discovered form of harmful algae in Gardner Lake—benthic cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae mats. His detailed explanation included:

• Algae Type & Characteristics:
  • Benthic cyanobacteria grow on the lakebed and can attach to rocks, plants, or docks.
  • During warm months, the mats can produce gas and float to the surface, appearing suddenly.
  • These mats can persist year-round and become a health concern when disturbed.
• Health & Environmental Concerns:
  • Exposure (especially to pets or children) can lead to illness through skin contact or ingestion.
  • Identification is difficult since these mats may mix with harmless algae or plants.
• Statewide Context & Monitoring:
  • KDHE has tracked planktonic algae (the “pea soup” type) since 2010.
  • Discovery of benthic types at Gardner Lake in late 2024 prompted the creation of new protocols in 2025.
  • KDHE’s bloom season runs from April to October, and monitoring is complaint-driven for public-access waters.
• Next Steps for Gardner Lake:
  • Gardner Lake is now actively monitored by KDHE.
  • Residents are encouraged to report unusual algae growth.
  • KDHE will continue providing updates and advisories through official channels.

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Old Business

1. Community Engagement

• Emphasis on improving attendance and neighbor involvement.
• Discussion included suggestions to promote meetings and increase participation.

2. Water Quality Monitoring

• Continued collaboration with KDHE on testing and public advisories.
• Review of how blooms were detected and reported in past seasons.

3. Social Event Coordination

• Acknowledgement of the effort needed to plan and host annual events.
• Volunteer recruitment was mentioned as a priority for sustaining these activities.

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New Business

1. Community Ownership Exploration Task Force

• The GLA task force is still investigating the possibility of local ownership of the lake. The survey did not have a strong response and so the team is looking into alternative plans.
• Goals include improving community control over decision-making, especially around health, access, and environmental care.
• Early-stage research is underway; updates will follow in future meetings.

2. Lake Health Update

• Leslie provided comments on continued lake quality tracking.
• Concerns included runoff, wildlife impacts, and resident-reported changes in water clarity and odor.
• Recommendations included proactive shoreline maintenance and seasonal cleanups.

3. Questions and Concerns from Residents

• Open discussion invited community members to share additional concerns.
• Topics included algae sightings, pet safety, lake access points, and signage during health advisories.

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Social Events Report

Special Events

• Melinda gave a preview of upcoming community events for summer and fall.
• Mentioned events included a 4th of July celebration, Fall potluck, and a potential movie night by the water.
• Emphasized the need for volunteers to help plan and set up each event.

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Raffle

• A cooler raffle was held at the end of the meeting.
• Tickets are available through Venmo or Leslie Hind.

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Motion to Adjourn

Motion to adjourn was made by Mary Burnettand seconded by Tracy Kerth.

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Meeting Called to Order by Mike Rankin at 4:00 PM on Zoom

Present:           Ryan Mueller, Amy Heaven, Leslie Hind, Mike Rankin, Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert, Blake Larson

Absent:            Greta Jahraus, Melinda Broward

Board Roles: Mike Rankin was unanimously selected to be the next GLA President after Amy Heaven stepped down in the Fall.

Agenda: No agenda prepared for this meeting.

Secretary: Ryan presented the minutes from the previous meeting and they were approved as submitted.

Treasury: Leslie presented the finances. Currently $2,303 in Venmo account plus $26,047 in the bank account for a total of $28,350.10 for the GLA. We have collected $1970.41 from 85 members. Recent expenses include Zoom for $172.65, Light Up the Lake Contest for $248.06, and Calendars for $880.25. $1600 has been collected for calendar advertisements, leading to a net profit of $719.75 for the project. A huge thank you to all of the advertisers! There are 2 outstanding invoices for advertisers.

Old Business:

-Spring Meeting Planning: The team reviewed topics to be discussed at the Spring Meeting including the taskforce, by-laws, and social events. The meeting will be at 9:00AM on 3/29 at the Johnson County Community College: Olathe Health Education Center by the Olathe Medical Center.

Old Business:

-Calendars: The team will order more calendars next year as we ran low. Apologies to any GLA members that did not get one. A special thanks to the Lake Road Reps for distributing the calendars! The team also discussed opportunities to add more advertisers next year.

-Merchandise: There is extra inventory that the group discussed strategies on how to reduce. Ideas included trying to sell to larger Gardner area, giving away to GLA members who volunteer to help around the lake. Leslie confirmed that the merchandise project has overall been profitable to the group. Mike said he will put out a survey to gauge excitement of some new ideas. Suggested new items included: bucket hats, beach bags, flags, wind socks, sport fishing shirts.

-By-laws: Ryan reviewed the latest updates. Vivian Levin, Sandy, and Ryan all met as a subcommittee and discussed potential improvements to the minutes after discussions that came up in the Fall meeting. The group has found some improvements that can be made to further clarify the scope of the GLA and limits of its authority. Because of this, the draft by-laws will be shared at a future date hopefully for a vote in the Fall.

-Taskforce: The team briefly discussed the survey results that the taskforce distributed. It showed an unclear direction with less than 70% support and so next steps will be further discussed at the Spring Meeting.

-Raffle: A very awesome floating cooler was donated by The Dock Box Guy and will be raffled off at the Spring meeting. Make sure you are there to enter the raffle! Check Facebook for a QR code to enter early! Raffle tickets will be $10 each The meeting was moved to adjourn by Amy and seconded by Mike

Meeting Called to Order by Amy Heaven at 4:00 PM on Zoom

Present:           Ryan Mueller, Amy Heaven, Greta Jahraus, Leslie Hind, Melinda Broward, Mike Rankin, Sandy Adams, Mike Stappert, Blake Larson

Absent:            None

Agenda: No agenda prepared for this meeting.

Board Roles: Amy stepped down as President of the GLA Board, leaving the position open. The team is going to reflect and determine a new President of the Board. The team welcomed the newest member of the Board – Mike Stappert.

Treasury: Leslie presented the finances. The GLA currently holds $26104.91 in assets. We recently had $600 paid for some more calendar ads and also had $50 in expenses to rent the meeting room for the Fall.

Secretary: Ryan presented the minutes from the previous meeting and they were approved as submitted.

Old Business:

    -Fall Meeting Debrief: The team discussed Fall Meeting topics including by-laws and the vote for Board members. Ryan is going to set up a By-law subcommittee to review the by-laws in preparation for the spring meeting. The subcommittee should review the renter/owner membership issue that came up. The Board wants to emphasize the limited scope of the GLA that is focused on building community, and because of that, renters should be potential members of the GLA.

    -Taskforce: Following the news that the city may fix the spillway but has again requested the residents to take ownership of the lake, the team discussed the survey that the taskforce plans to distribute to property owners soon. The taskforce needs to gauge interest of lakeside property owners at a high level before spending the time on deep knowledge gathering of owning and paying to maintain the lake.

    -Technology: Blake is updating the email lists to reflect the new board and lake road rep changes.

    -Calendars: Sandy is working on the calendars and is still looking for a few more advertisers. The team is going to reach out to people they know to try and fill the slots. The team discussed a letter to residents that could be included with the calendars.

    -Lake Road Reps: Greta is going to help coordinate with Reps to deliver Calendars. We are hoping to deliver them by 1/1 or as close as possible.

    -Special Events: Team discussed the Light Up the Lake Contest. Also discussed pros/cons to having the Fall meeting and Fall Cookoff on the same day.

The meeting was moved to adjourn by Amy and seconded by Mike

Meeting Called to Order by Amy Heaven at 9:00 AM at the Johnson County Community College: Olathe Health Education Center

Present:           Ryan Mueller, Amy Heaven, Greta Jahraus, Leslie Hind, Melinda Broward, Mike Rankin, Sandy Adams, Clifton Bencke

Absent:            Blake Larson

Agenda: Amy reviewed the submitted agenda. Approved as submitted.

Secretary: Ryan read the minutes from the Sprint meeting. Minutes approved as submitted.

Treasury: Leslie presented the finances. The GLA currently has $25,405.37 total assets. Recently for the kayak race, we brought in $280 for raffles, $70 in donations, and $669.99 in apparel/merchandise. Expenses for the event were $257. At the fall cookoff, we collected $601.02. We added $200 in raffles for the summer raffle items between the two events. Treasurers report was approved as submitted.

Old Business:

-By-laws: Ryan reviewed the proposed by-laws. Question was raised whether renters could vote on matters in the GLA. Some suggested renters should not be members of the GLA at all. Points were made regarding the scope of votes in GLA and that major property owner votes would be different. A motion was raised by Jim Shipee to allow only property owners to be able to vote on anything on the agenda. Discussion was had by members with points raised on both sides. No disagreement made by any that renters should not be voting on major decisions related to property. Some suggested two tiers of membership in the GLA. Larry Desmarteau, Jim Shipee, and Vivian Levin volunteered to join a By-laws subcommittee to further review this and any other issues in the proposed by-laws. For this meeting a vote on the proposed by-laws was skipped.

-Board Elections: Mike led the process. 3 board positions were being voted on – positions held by Amy Heaven, Ryan Mueller, and Clifton Bencke. Clifton Bencke decided to step down from his position on the Board. Mike Stappert volunteered his name for consideration. Votes were casted by 62 people present at the meeting. Results were the following: Clifton-4, Amy-51, Ryan-50, Mike S.-52, and 5 votes for no candidates.

-Taskforce: Leslie introduced the Taskforce members and then passed the mic to Tim Orrick. Tim emphasized that the scope of the GLA does not include any enforcement or authority to require residents to do anything. A benefactor funded an engineering report to independently verify the condition of the dam, spillway, and lake in general. Tim reviewed the timeline that has led to now, including past GLA meetings and city/lake history. The Taskforce has been working to show that the spillway and dam need addressed. Indicators show that this work has made progress and the city of Gardner is considering a grant and project to address the spillway/dam. The city has again reminded the Taskforce that they do not want to maintain or even own this lake – only pull water for the golf course. Any ownership would have to be taken by a new entity – not the GLA – and agreed upon by residents. The group fielded some questions from members about what ownership could look like. Details are not exact, but for some amount of money generally around $750 minimum per year per resident, the lakeside residents could maintain the basic costs of owning the lake. Many factors to consider including liability, water rights, exact costs, other possible lake owners, etc. Please contact Amy or Leslie with your particular questions. Tim then reviewed the engineer report bathymetric survey. This shed light on the amount of sedimentation that was accumulating in various parts of the lake. Two focus areas were Pirate’s Cove and the South end of the lake. In Pirate’s Cove, analysis shows that there is some sedimentation, but that Pirate’s Cove is generally a shallow area based on bedrock depth. Expenses to dredge this area would be cost prohibitive. In the South end of the lake, sedimentation is significant. The Taskforce’s engineering report showed that it would be approximately $2M to dredge just the central channel area of the South end.

New Business:

-Merchandise: Sandy reviewed some of the great items the GLA has for sale. She also is looking for feedback for new product ideas.

-Lake Road Reps: Greta discussed some projects that the Reps are working on including neighborhood magnets. The GLA is also working on a process so that LRR’s can update contact info easier.

-Special Events: Melinda shared information about the upcoming Light Up the Lake contest in December. She also reflected on our year of successful events and reminded the group of the meatball contest happening the same day.

-Zebra Mussels: Leslie shared the latest information on these pests. Our lake has been confirmed to have an infestation. Please use caution, anything left in the water can become covered with the mussels. These animals do have ‘boom and bloom’ cycles where the population will balloon – it is suspected we are in this phase now. Fishermen should use extra caution when removing their boat from the lake, there is a protocol to follow before a boat can be put in another body of water. The State KDWP analysis showed that we have a strong fish population currently.

-Summer Raffle: Two items were raffled at the meeting. One was the Hyperlite Elevation SUP won by Ryan Mueller. The second item was an inflatable kayak won by Angie Eck.

The meeting was moved to adjourn by Blair H and seconded by Ryan M