Upcoming Educational Courses

CPR Course

South Central Ambulance District “SCAD” will be holding a CPR course at their station on Sept 26th and 28th at 6pm. The cost of the course will be $15 and will include instruction in CPR, the Heimlich maneuver, and AEDs. SCAD also hosts first aid classes. There is no class currently scheduled for September, but there is a discount if you sign up for both classes. Call 563-5619 to sign up.

Boater Education Course

Take the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators approved OBEC class, and earn your Ohio boating certificate. The certificate which never expires, is required for anyone born on or after January 1, 1982 in order to operate any boat or personal watercraft over 10 horsepower in the state of Ohio. The course last just 8 hours including the test, ad is full of useful information for anyone who owns any type of watercraft or just enjoys being on the water.

Ages: 12 years and older
Date: Saturday September 23 9am-5pm
Fee: YMCA Member $10/ Regular $15
Contact Brian at bpruitt@ashtabulaymca.org or
For more information you may click on this link.

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety Certification Class

Come to the YMCA to learn to be a safe and successful babysitter. This class is designed to focus on supervising, caring for, and keeping children and infants safe in babysitting settings. The program provides fundamental information in the business of babysitting, age appropriate play, safety and injury prevention and responding properly to ill or injured children or infants. The class will allow you to earn you American Safety and Health Institute Babysitting Certification valid for 2 years. Students will receive a babysitting booklet. Bring a baby doll and pack a bag lunch. Class time may be slightly less than listed below depending on number of students enrolled.

Ages: 11 and older
Class offerings:
Saturday 9/23 9-4pm
Saturday 11/11 9-4pm
Fee: YMCA Member $25 member/ $45 regular
Contact Annette at agriffin@ashtabulaymca.org

In Memoriam: Al Russo

Adolph Anthony "Al" Russo Obituary
Adolph ‘Al’ Anthony Russo, age 90, of Cleveland & Bradenton FL, third son of Adolph & Rose Russo; brother of Salvatore & Ignatius (all preceding him in death), beloved husband of Dolores ‘Dee’ Russo for 63 years ; devoted father of David, Bob & Gary; second Dad to Ann & Lisa; loving PopPop & Grandpa to Matthew, Elisabeth (Chris), Christopher & Michael (Jen). Additional survivors include many dear & special cousins, nephews, nieces & friends. Al was a graduate of both Shaker Heights High School & Bowling Green State University. When Al wasn’t working with Pepperidge Farm or selling homes, you’d probably find him wandering yard sales, woodworking, at the lake or most likely on the golf course! Here’s to successive holes in one! Cremation was chosen with a private ceremony already held. Dad, you blessed us for so many wonderful years making lasting memories. We love you & will miss you forever. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44110.
 

Published in The Plain Dealer from Sept. 11 to Sept. 17, 2017

In Memoriam: Mike Cox

Our thoughts and prayers are with Veronica Cox who lost her husband Mike this passed week. Mike and Veronica are former residents who were very involved in the community.

Lt. Col. Michael David Cox U.S.A.F. Ret.

FORT WORTH–Lt.Col. Michael David Cox U.S.A.F. Ret., was called home on September 4, 2017, after a brave fight against a sudden illness.

Interment: Mike will be laid to rest among the other heroes of our nation in the Arlington National Cemetery.

Mike was born in the Bronx, NY, on May 3, 1940. He was the son of Maurice and Mildred Cox. He grew up on Long Island NY, and graduated from St. Bonaventure University in Alleghany NY. The University’s motto “Becoming Extraordinary “would describe him throughout his life. Upon graduation Mike entered the service of his nation, receiving a commission in the U.S.A.F. He served several tours of duty in Vietnam, and was awarded many decorations, among which was the Bronze Star and The Presidential Unit Citation. After a distinguished military career, Mike worked for McConnell Douglas, and Boeing, before retiring completely in the mid 90’s. Mike was a storehouse of colorful stories and reminiscences of his time in the military. He was generous and always quick to offer any assistance he could provide. He enjoyed traveling in his later years, especially to the reunions of his old squadrons. He was active in the Military Officers Association of America, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He joined his second family in Ohio, and was very highly regarded in his community. As he grew older, he and his wife would travel to Myrtle Beach, SC for the winter. As usual, Mike became a highly regarded member of the retirement community there as well. Mike recently relocated to Texas, and was adapting well, when he became ill.

Survivors: Son, David and daughter, Kaycee of whom he was very proud, always speaking of their achievements; brothers; Maurice, Charlie, Dennis, and Steve; wife Veronica; step daughters, Felicia, Cristina, and Doris Amelia; grandchildren; Vanessa, Tiffany, and Nathan; and many friends.

Fish Fry – Friday, Sept 15th

Fishing Club Members frying fish at last year's Fish Fry

Friday, September 15th, Friends and Neighbors and the Fishing Club will be teaming up to host a Fish Fry at the Clubhouse. Dinner will include fish, baked potatoes or jojos.

The cost is $10 per person at the door. Please bring a dessert to share. This is a BYOB event.

***It’s very important to RSVP due to the amount of fish to be processed. Call Jack McMillin 440-563-9107 Marge Morris 440-563-3769mkm821@windstream.net – or Dave Emick 440-520-0203.***

Social: 6pm-7pm
Dinner: 7pm

Note on Advisory Signs

For those who visit our beaches, you will notice that the Algal Warning Signs are posted. These warning signs were posted due to readings taken on 8/21/17 which indicated algal toxin levels exceeded the EPA’s Public Health Advisory limit.

While the most recent tests indicated the algal toxin levels were well below the Elevated Advisory Limit, 2 readings under state guidelines are needed before the signs will be taken down.

Microcystin Algal Toxin   E.coli Bacteria
West Beach 1 East Beach 2   West Beach 1 East Beach 2
Results below early warning level Results above early warning level   Results below early warning level Results below early warning level

The Algal Toxin Levels from the Beach 2 slightly exceeded the EPA’s Public Health Advisory limit. However it is well below the Elevated Advisory Limit which would recommend no contact. All data can be found on the LMC section of the RRA website.

Current Conditions for Week of 8/28/2017: The current results for the testing program for the lake are summarized above. A green cell indicates that results are below the USEPA or OhioEPA criteria for recreational water. A yellow cell indicates that values have exceeded the limit and appropriate caution is advised. Your Lake Management Committee’s (LMC) water testing program for harmful algal blooms (Microcystin) monitors our two beach areas monthly during the hot, summer months and advises that all test results received so far have been well below any level of concern or alarm. In addition, the LMC is also having tests performed for the presence of E.coli bacteria weekly at the two beaches as is done in most public beaches. Should any of these test results approach the level of caution, the Board of Directors can request that caution signs be posted at the affected beaches for your safety. Of course, common sense tells us not to swim in any waters that contain unusual amounts of algae. Please enjoy our beautiful lake and have a safe summer.

In Memoriam: Donna Plesnicar

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Donna Plesnicar. Mrs. Plesnicar and her husband Tony have been property owners for over 30 years. Their daughter and grandson are also residents. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.

Donna Mae (Graham) Plesnicar, 81 of Concord formerly of Euclid died Friday August 25, 2017 at Tri-Point Medical Center, Concord. She was born April 11, 1936 in Cleveland.

Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Tony J. Plesnicar Sr.; children, Nancy (Charles) Pirnat, Joseph (Susan) Plesnicar; grandchildren, Charles (Kim) Pirnat, Jaclyn (Michael) Crissinger, Nicole (David) Stewart, Lindsay (Jason) Spoth, Michael, Joseph, Becky, Laura, Victor Plesnicar, Anthony (Kari) Plesnicar III; great-grandchildren, Charlie, Andrew, Corey, Colton, Claire, Jillian, Adiya, Ziva, Ethan, Devon; Siblings, Jacqueline Reiss, Catherine (Joseph) Schlegel and Tom Spellman.

Preceding Donna in death is her son, Anthony J. Plesnicar Jr.; father, John Graham and Mother, Josephine Glodenis.
The family will receive friends from 4-8 pm, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060.

The funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at the funeral home.
Interment will be in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon.

Send flowers or offer condolences at www.brunners.com.

Published in www.News-Herald.com on Aug. 28, 2017

Hands UP, Don’t Run Me Over, I’m In The Water!

Lake Safety Committee
By: Bruce C. Bower

The title of this article is to draw your attention to what you should preach to your family and guests when they are in the water after being towed. As soon possible, they should put their hands up, over their heads, to draw attention of their presence to other boaters. If they have just fallen out of their skis, hold the ski or skis up vertically. Wave their arms so show where they are, not necessarily for you, but to any other boaters coming your way. One human head bobbing in the water is difficult to see, especially when there is a choppy surface. AND, get that flag up ASAP!

Too many people are still not using the flag correctly. I still see boats with what looks as though there is a suction cup sticking the flag to the windshield. Simple rule, PUT THE FLAG UP WHEN SOMEONE IS IN THE WATER. This doesn’t mean that there are kids in the water, but they are ON A TUBE. It doesn’t mean that someone is up ON a wakeboard. Wait till they fall off into the lake, then put up the flag.

The Boat Patrol asked me to inform everyone to mark or paint your lot number on all your water toys, floats, skis, paddle boards, paddles, tubes, trampolines, and anything else that you want back if it gets lost. The Patrol finds things floating in the lake and wants a way to get the equipment back to the owners.

Another topic that the Boat Patrol brought up was that the people letting youngsters use their jetskis are NOT following State laws of age of operation. It appears that there are a bunch of un-informed people that think that if they are 21 or over, they can drive anything on water. What do we have to do to tell you that if you were born on or after Jan 1, 1982 you need a STATE LICENSE to operate a water craft? And you must be 16 with a license to drive a jetski. It’s stated in the rules you are given with your boat tags. Then you give your signature that you have read and will follow the rules. How about it? I’m going to request that ODNR come to our lake and specifically check licenses on ALL jet drivers. No wonder we see absurd stunts from the jet people.
I’m beginning to think that maybe we should make it imperative that boat owners take mandatory 2 hour course every 3 or 4 years before getting a tag. Or how about taking a 10 question test before you get a tag, get 2 wrong, no tag? There has to be something done differently until we can get uniformed police to pass out tickets for not following the laws and rules. I’ll be bringing up this FORCED education to the Board soon.

I can’t close without mentioning the 75 foot no-wake zone, try and picture 4 lengths of your boat from the shoreline, this will be close enough. There must some sort of magnetic force that lures people in to around 40 feet or so!

As always, call me with your thoughts or if you want to holler back at 216.906.2301 cell

Think SAFETY
Bower out.
440.563.4108 lake

End of the Season – Labor Day

Please take note that the last day of the season for the Pools and Concession Stand will be Labor Day, September 4th.

In order to sell off its inventory, the Concession Stand will be holding a Sale.

Beginning on Saturday, Sept 2nd all items (minus the Shores Combo) will be $1.00 and below. On Sunday, $.75 and below. On Monday, $.50 and below. While supplies last! There will be a limit of 3 ice creams per customer.

Thank you for you patronage! See you next season!

Casino Night

On Saturday, September 9th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm, the S.T.A.R.S. Club and the Shores Hold’em Club will be teaming up to host a Casino Night at the Clubhouse.

Doors open at 6:30pm. Admission will be $20 and will include play chips for various card game tables including Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, and Chuck-A-Luck. There will also be slot machines and other games of chance for fun and excitement.

This event is geared towards seasoned pros and those who would like to learn how to play.

This is a BYOB event. Food and soft drinks will be available for purchase.

 

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