Saturday, February 13, 2010
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Mapping Weyauwega Lake
On Saturday 10+ volunteers turned out at 8AM to drill holes in the ice so the bottom of Weyauwega Lake could be mapped. To all you wonderful people who turned up to volunteer your Saturday Morning, Thank You
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Weyauwega Lake Project Minutes for the January Meeting
MINUTES
LAKE WEYAUWEGA RESTORATION, INC
TOMORROW/WAUPACA RIVER/LAKE WEYAUWEGA INITIATIVE
MEETING OF JANUARY 14, 2010
6:00 P.M.
WEYAUWEGA HIGHSCHOOL AUDITORIUM, WEYAUWEGA
Those in attendance at this gathering were:
Bob Van Epps
Scott Bleck W/F Schools
Joe Dorava Vierbicher
Jerry Juve
Dennis Krueger
Angie Landsverk Waupaca Co. Post
Holly Martin
Howard Quimby
Bob Radtke
Wilbur Robinson
Tom Schneider
Jim Tolfa
Ron Wiesman
TJ Tooley The Expert Company Bio-Sediment
Jim Prakette
Minutes of the December 10th meeting were read and approved
Financial Report: Ron W. reported there were no deposits or expenses
Account Balance $7,102.26
OLD BUSINESS:
a. School logo contest – select winning entry
P.J. Anacker submitted the winning logo concept and will be the recipient of the $50 Savings Bond. All the entrants will receive T-Shirts. The Anacker logo will be converted to a graphic file and used for the logo of the non-profit.
b. Presentation by Joe Dorava – Vierbicher Associates (see attached proposal)
In studying the past 3 studies done on Lake Weyauwega it is Mr. Dorava’s opinion that the process of eutrophication (filling up with organic matter) has begun. This is based on fewer fish species in the lake and fewer plant species in the lake.
Possible solutions are 1) draw down the lake and 2) dredge the lake. Mr Dorava strongly endorsed removal of the sediment on the lake bottom.
Mr. Dorava recommended the starting point of a bathometric survey to map the bottom of the lake. This needs to be done in the winter and the process is as follows: Holes are to be drilled at 50ft intervals on the lake ice to form a grid. The depth of the lake will be taken through these holes, first the soft depth and second the hard pan depth. Core samples will be taken and tested at a certified lab. This study will generate the following information: There will be an accurate map of the bottom of the lake, there will be an accurate measurement of the amount of sediment and it’s thickness, there will be core samples made to determine the makeup of the sediment. This map will be good for 4 to 5 years.
Motion was made to do the Bathometric Survey by Bob R. and seconded by Tom S. – Motion passes. The survey will be done on February 6th. All interested parties should bring their ice auger and gather at 8 AM at the Boat Landing on Lake Street.
c. Presentation by Ted Johnson/DNR partial drawdown
Mr. Johnson was not present – This presentation was tabled until Mr. Johnson can attend.
d. Is a 501 (c) (3) the next step?
Dave Werth was not present – This topic has been tabled until Mr. Worth can attend.
e. Fundraising
Bob R. presented a raffle that would require 500 tickets at $50 each. The opportunity to purchase a ticket would come from the membership. Each member would provide 20 names of people they know who are likely to purchase tickets. There will be a one time mailing to these people. There will be 15K in prizes. Bob R. is confident we can raise 10K.
f. Other
Jerry J. suggested the High School Service Club be contacted to help with fundraising activities.
Ron W. will send a thank you note to the Waupaca County Land & Water conservation for the $667 grant. He will also establish a Post Office Box for Lake Weyauwega Restoration Inc.
TJ Tooley gave a brief presentation on Bio-Sediment Reduction. This is new to lakes in the US and as of this date untried. It is accepted in Canada and has been used successfully to clean up lakes plagued with bio-sediment. They will be giving a presentation in Clintonville on February 18th at the High School. In the mean time he has promised to provide us with the Power Point presentation – It will posted as a download on the blog for anyone interested in taking a look.
NEW BUSINESS
Results of the presentation to the Weyauwega City Council meeting – Bob V, Wilbur R. and Jim T. will be making the presentation.
Preliminary report from the Bathometric survey of Lake Weyauwega
Motion by Bob V.. to adjourn, second by Howard Q. Motion carried
Next Meetings
Fundraising Committee: Monday, February 8, 2010 – 6:00 p.m. Hitching Post
Regular monthly meeting: Thursday, February 11, 2010, W-F High School Auditorium
Weyauwega City Council; meeting: Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:30 p.m. Weyauwega Public Library (Bob v., Wilbur R. and Jim Tolfa will be making a presentation)
Adjourn
Agenda
WEYAUWEGA LAKE RESTORATION, INC.
WEYAUWEGA HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
500 E. ANN ST., WEYAUWEGA
THURSDAY, February 11, 2010
6:00 P.M.
1. Introduction of those in attendance – sign in sheet
2. Present the Co-Chairpersons & Recorder
3. Approval of January 14, 2010 minutes
4. Financial Report – Ron Weisman
5. Old Business:
a. Update on the Bathometric surve3y event
b. Is a 501 (c) 3 the next step
c. Fundraising report
d. Grant Committee Report
e. Report on presentation to Weyauwega City Council
f. Other
6. New Business:
a. Possible discussion/presentation by Ted Johnson/DNR on research below the dam
b. Set next meeting date
c. Other
7. Adjourn
LAKE WEYAUWEGA RESTORATION, INC
TOMORROW/WAUPACA RIVER/LAKE WEYAUWEGA INITIATIVE
MEETING OF JANUARY 14, 2010
6:00 P.M.
WEYAUWEGA HIGHSCHOOL AUDITORIUM, WEYAUWEGA
Those in attendance at this gathering were:
Bob Van Epps
Scott Bleck W/F Schools
Joe Dorava Vierbicher
Jerry Juve
Dennis Krueger
Angie Landsverk Waupaca Co. Post
Holly Martin
Howard Quimby
Bob Radtke
Wilbur Robinson
Tom Schneider
Jim Tolfa
Ron Wiesman
TJ Tooley The Expert Company Bio-Sediment
Jim Prakette
Minutes of the December 10th meeting were read and approved
Financial Report: Ron W. reported there were no deposits or expenses
Account Balance $7,102.26
OLD BUSINESS:
a. School logo contest – select winning entry
P.J. Anacker submitted the winning logo concept and will be the recipient of the $50 Savings Bond. All the entrants will receive T-Shirts. The Anacker logo will be converted to a graphic file and used for the logo of the non-profit.
b. Presentation by Joe Dorava – Vierbicher Associates (see attached proposal)
In studying the past 3 studies done on Lake Weyauwega it is Mr. Dorava’s opinion that the process of eutrophication (filling up with organic matter) has begun. This is based on fewer fish species in the lake and fewer plant species in the lake.
Possible solutions are 1) draw down the lake and 2) dredge the lake. Mr Dorava strongly endorsed removal of the sediment on the lake bottom.
Mr. Dorava recommended the starting point of a bathometric survey to map the bottom of the lake. This needs to be done in the winter and the process is as follows: Holes are to be drilled at 50ft intervals on the lake ice to form a grid. The depth of the lake will be taken through these holes, first the soft depth and second the hard pan depth. Core samples will be taken and tested at a certified lab. This study will generate the following information: There will be an accurate map of the bottom of the lake, there will be an accurate measurement of the amount of sediment and it’s thickness, there will be core samples made to determine the makeup of the sediment. This map will be good for 4 to 5 years.
Motion was made to do the Bathometric Survey by Bob R. and seconded by Tom S. – Motion passes. The survey will be done on February 6th. All interested parties should bring their ice auger and gather at 8 AM at the Boat Landing on Lake Street.
c. Presentation by Ted Johnson/DNR partial drawdown
Mr. Johnson was not present – This presentation was tabled until Mr. Johnson can attend.
d. Is a 501 (c) (3) the next step?
Dave Werth was not present – This topic has been tabled until Mr. Worth can attend.
e. Fundraising
Bob R. presented a raffle that would require 500 tickets at $50 each. The opportunity to purchase a ticket would come from the membership. Each member would provide 20 names of people they know who are likely to purchase tickets. There will be a one time mailing to these people. There will be 15K in prizes. Bob R. is confident we can raise 10K.
f. Other
Jerry J. suggested the High School Service Club be contacted to help with fundraising activities.
Ron W. will send a thank you note to the Waupaca County Land & Water conservation for the $667 grant. He will also establish a Post Office Box for Lake Weyauwega Restoration Inc.
TJ Tooley gave a brief presentation on Bio-Sediment Reduction. This is new to lakes in the US and as of this date untried. It is accepted in Canada and has been used successfully to clean up lakes plagued with bio-sediment. They will be giving a presentation in Clintonville on February 18th at the High School. In the mean time he has promised to provide us with the Power Point presentation – It will posted as a download on the blog for anyone interested in taking a look.
NEW BUSINESS
Results of the presentation to the Weyauwega City Council meeting – Bob V, Wilbur R. and Jim T. will be making the presentation.
Preliminary report from the Bathometric survey of Lake Weyauwega
Motion by Bob V.. to adjourn, second by Howard Q. Motion carried
Next Meetings
Fundraising Committee: Monday, February 8, 2010 – 6:00 p.m. Hitching Post
Regular monthly meeting: Thursday, February 11, 2010, W-F High School Auditorium
Weyauwega City Council; meeting: Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:30 p.m. Weyauwega Public Library (Bob v., Wilbur R. and Jim Tolfa will be making a presentation)
Adjourn
Agenda
WEYAUWEGA LAKE RESTORATION, INC.
WEYAUWEGA HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
500 E. ANN ST., WEYAUWEGA
THURSDAY, February 11, 2010
6:00 P.M.
1. Introduction of those in attendance – sign in sheet
2. Present the Co-Chairpersons & Recorder
3. Approval of January 14, 2010 minutes
4. Financial Report – Ron Weisman
5. Old Business:
a. Update on the Bathometric surve3y event
b. Is a 501 (c) 3 the next step
c. Fundraising report
d. Grant Committee Report
e. Report on presentation to Weyauwega City Council
f. Other
6. New Business:
a. Possible discussion/presentation by Ted Johnson/DNR on research below the dam
b. Set next meeting date
c. Other
7. Adjourn
Monday, January 4, 2010
Lake Weyauwega Project Meeting Minutes - December 10, 2009
MINUTES
LAKE WEYAUWEGA RESTORATION, INC
TOMORROW/WAUPACA RIVER/LAKE WEYAUWEGA INITIATIVE
MEETING OF December 10, 2009
6:00 P.M.
WEYAUWEGA HIGHSCHOOL AUDITORIUM, WEYAUWEGA
Those in attendance at this gathering were:
Holly Martin
Tyler Nollenberg
Paul Paulson
Howard Quimby
Bob Radtke
Wilbur Robinson
Bob Van Epps
Dave Werth
Ron Wiesman
Scott Bleck (Weyauwega Middle School)
Matt Harp (Lake & Ponds Solutions)
Scott Koehnke (DNR)
Bob v. read the November 9th minutes. Ron W. moved to approve minutes, second by Dave W. minutes approved.
Ron W. gave financial report. Beginning balance of $6,050.26 with a deposit to be made of $1,052.00 which came from the following:
$667.00 Waupaca County Grant
$220.00 T-Shirt Sales
$ 75.00 Duck House Sales
$ 90.00 Donation
Account Balance $7,102.26
OLD BUSINESS:
Bob V. led a discussion about changing our name from Weyauwega Lake Restoration, Inc. to something else. Holly suggested Lake Weyauwega. Consensus was to leave it as is.
Discussion of creating a letterhead - Suggested logo and letterhead design to be referred to the Weyauwega-Fremont 6 – 12 students. A $50 savings bond will be awarded at the January meeting. Motion: by Dave W., second by Paul P. to award the $50 savings bond to the winner. Motion carried.
We will move ahead for the 501 (c) (3) following the January meeting
Update on fundraising Committee. – Bob R. to chair and develop additional fundraising. There was a question about doing another boat/motor/trailer raffle – discussion was tabled until January meeting.
Discussion of monitoring stations, there will be six (6) stations. Scott Bleck from W_F Schools will have students to make collections and do testing under the supervision of an assigned science instructor. We will work with Waupaca High School instructor, Gary, to perform similar collections and testing. Matt Harp will get back to us with his costs to oversee the monitoring. Temperature of water affects the fisheries - the lower the temperature, the better the fishery. Scott Koehnke suggested the following:
1. Erosion forces are contributing to pollution
2. Invertebrates (insect) collection
NEW BUSINESS
Waupaca County Land & Water conservation has given us a grant of $667 (see above financial report). We need to send a thank you note to them.
A Grant Committee was set up with the following people appointed: Holly Martin, Sheryl Scheuermann, Howard Quimby and Bob Van Epps.
A Proposal from Vierbicher Associates was shared. Joe Dorava, their engineer will review past studies and will try to be at the January meeting to answer questions.
Scott Koehnke said that he must know if we are going to do a draw down because he has workers who could better employ if he can stop working on our draw down application. There was a discussion of what we are able to do and when it could be done. Scott K. indicated that he felt that a draw down is the most cost effective way.
We discussed Bio-sediment reduction as a possible alternative. Scott K. related an example where there were “false positives”. Depth was created by the movement of suspended solids to different locations. He has had applications submitted to him, but all have been withdrawn.
Motion by Holly M. to adjourn, second by Paul P. Motion carried
We have changed the night and location of our regular meetings to be, hopefully, more convenient for more people. We have come to understand that Monday nights were conflicting with other meetings. We will now be meeting on Thursdays at the Weyauwega-Fremont High School.
We still need more help in the fundraising activities/efforts. These will still be held at the Hitching Post on the second Monday of the month, as needed, at 6 p.m. with Bob R. in charge. Stay tuned for more details
Next Meetings
Fundraising Committee: Monday, January 11, 2010 – 6:00 p.m. Hitching Post
Regular monthly meeting: Thursday, January 14, 2010, W-F High School Auditorium
Weyauwega City Council; meeting: Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:30 p.m. Weyauwega Public Library (Bob v., Wilbur R. and Jim Tolfa will be making a presentation)
Adjourn
January Meeting Agenda - Thursday, January 14, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
1. Introduction of those in attendance (Names, Addresses and Sign in Sheet)
2. Present the Co-Chairpersons & Recorder
3. Approval of December 10, 2009 minutes
4. Financial Report – Ron Weisman
5. Old Business:
a. School logo contest – select winning entry
b. Presentation by Joe Dorava – Vierbicher Associates
c. Presentation by Ted Johnson/DNR partial drawdown
d. Is a 501 (c) (3) the next step?
e. Fundraising
f. Other
6. New Business:
a. Set next meeting date
b. Other
7. Adjourn
LAKE WEYAUWEGA RESTORATION, INC
TOMORROW/WAUPACA RIVER/LAKE WEYAUWEGA INITIATIVE
MEETING OF December 10, 2009
6:00 P.M.
WEYAUWEGA HIGHSCHOOL AUDITORIUM, WEYAUWEGA
Those in attendance at this gathering were:
Holly Martin
Tyler Nollenberg
Paul Paulson
Howard Quimby
Bob Radtke
Wilbur Robinson
Bob Van Epps
Dave Werth
Ron Wiesman
Scott Bleck (Weyauwega Middle School)
Matt Harp (Lake & Ponds Solutions)
Scott Koehnke (DNR)
Bob v. read the November 9th minutes. Ron W. moved to approve minutes, second by Dave W. minutes approved.
Ron W. gave financial report. Beginning balance of $6,050.26 with a deposit to be made of $1,052.00 which came from the following:
$667.00 Waupaca County Grant
$220.00 T-Shirt Sales
$ 75.00 Duck House Sales
$ 90.00 Donation
Account Balance $7,102.26
OLD BUSINESS:
Bob V. led a discussion about changing our name from Weyauwega Lake Restoration, Inc. to something else. Holly suggested Lake Weyauwega. Consensus was to leave it as is.
Discussion of creating a letterhead - Suggested logo and letterhead design to be referred to the Weyauwega-Fremont 6 – 12 students. A $50 savings bond will be awarded at the January meeting. Motion: by Dave W., second by Paul P. to award the $50 savings bond to the winner. Motion carried.
We will move ahead for the 501 (c) (3) following the January meeting
Update on fundraising Committee. – Bob R. to chair and develop additional fundraising. There was a question about doing another boat/motor/trailer raffle – discussion was tabled until January meeting.
Discussion of monitoring stations, there will be six (6) stations. Scott Bleck from W_F Schools will have students to make collections and do testing under the supervision of an assigned science instructor. We will work with Waupaca High School instructor, Gary, to perform similar collections and testing. Matt Harp will get back to us with his costs to oversee the monitoring. Temperature of water affects the fisheries - the lower the temperature, the better the fishery. Scott Koehnke suggested the following:
1. Erosion forces are contributing to pollution
2. Invertebrates (insect) collection
NEW BUSINESS
Waupaca County Land & Water conservation has given us a grant of $667 (see above financial report). We need to send a thank you note to them.
A Grant Committee was set up with the following people appointed: Holly Martin, Sheryl Scheuermann, Howard Quimby and Bob Van Epps.
A Proposal from Vierbicher Associates was shared. Joe Dorava, their engineer will review past studies and will try to be at the January meeting to answer questions.
Scott Koehnke said that he must know if we are going to do a draw down because he has workers who could better employ if he can stop working on our draw down application. There was a discussion of what we are able to do and when it could be done. Scott K. indicated that he felt that a draw down is the most cost effective way.
We discussed Bio-sediment reduction as a possible alternative. Scott K. related an example where there were “false positives”. Depth was created by the movement of suspended solids to different locations. He has had applications submitted to him, but all have been withdrawn.
Motion by Holly M. to adjourn, second by Paul P. Motion carried
We have changed the night and location of our regular meetings to be, hopefully, more convenient for more people. We have come to understand that Monday nights were conflicting with other meetings. We will now be meeting on Thursdays at the Weyauwega-Fremont High School.
We still need more help in the fundraising activities/efforts. These will still be held at the Hitching Post on the second Monday of the month, as needed, at 6 p.m. with Bob R. in charge. Stay tuned for more details
Next Meetings
Fundraising Committee: Monday, January 11, 2010 – 6:00 p.m. Hitching Post
Regular monthly meeting: Thursday, January 14, 2010, W-F High School Auditorium
Weyauwega City Council; meeting: Monday, January 18, 2010, 6:30 p.m. Weyauwega Public Library (Bob v., Wilbur R. and Jim Tolfa will be making a presentation)
Adjourn
January Meeting Agenda - Thursday, January 14, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
1. Introduction of those in attendance (Names, Addresses and Sign in Sheet)
2. Present the Co-Chairpersons & Recorder
3. Approval of December 10, 2009 minutes
4. Financial Report – Ron Weisman
5. Old Business:
a. School logo contest – select winning entry
b. Presentation by Joe Dorava – Vierbicher Associates
c. Presentation by Ted Johnson/DNR partial drawdown
d. Is a 501 (c) (3) the next step?
e. Fundraising
f. Other
6. New Business:
a. Set next meeting date
b. Other
7. Adjourn
Monday, November 30, 2009
Meeting Minutes WEYAUWEGA LAKE RESTORATION, INC November 9, 2009
MINUTES
WEYAUWEGA LAKE RESTORATION, INC
TOMORROW/WAUPACA RIVER/LAKE WEYAUWEGA INITIATIVE
MEETING OF NOVEMBER 9, 2009
6:00 P.M.
HITCHING POST, WEYAUWEGA
Those in attendance at this gathering were:
Bob Radtke
Dave Werth
Howard Quimby
Dennis Krueger (Pigeon River Lake District)
Joseph M. Dorava (Engineer from Vierbicher Associates
Wilbur Robinson
Jim Tolfa
Bob Van Epps
Bob v. read the October 12th minutes. Minutes of October 12, 2009 were approved.
No Financial report was given this month due to our treasurer being unavailable.
OLD BUSINESS:
Dave Werth led a discussion of the By-Laws. It was decided not to take any action until the December meeting due to lacking a quorum. Wilbur pointed out that in Section 4, under Election of directors, that should state, “In the year 2011 four (4) Directors shall be elected for a term of two (2) years so that following the first election all Directors shall have a two (2) year term.” Ple3ase review the draft of the By Laws as we will be taking action on them at the next meeting, on December 10th. If you don’t already have a copy, and would like one – it is posted on the blog for you to download or print.
Bob V. also suggested that we consider shanging the name of the Foundation from:
“Weyauwega Lake Restoration, Inc.” to “Tomorrow/Waupaca Watershed Alliance”
Because we will be working with other groups within the watershed.
NEW BUSINESS
Dennis Krueger and the engineering firm that has been working with them gave a very eye opening presentation on their efforts on the Pigeon River. For those who were not there, you missed a real opportunity!
We would like to thank Dennis for setting us up with the engineering firm of Vierbicher Associates. Joseph Dorava, their engineer, gave us a history of successful lake restoration projects in which they have been involved. Don’t be surprised if a request is ,made at the December meeting to consider a proposal from them to help us in two, or perhaps three different areas.
We have c hanged the night and location of our regular meetings to be, hopefully, more convenient for more people. We have come to understand that
THURSDAYS
At
WEYAUWEGA/FREMONT HIGH SCHOOL
(Enter the last driveway and enter the last door – the meeting will be in the Auditorum)
We still need more help in the fundraising activities/efforts. These will still be held at the Hitching Post on the second Monday of the month at 6 pm with Bob R. in charge. Stay tuned for more details
Next Meeting
Thursday, December 10th, 2009
Weyauwega/Fremont High School Auditorium
500 E. Ann Street, Weyauwega
Adjourn
WEYAUWEGA LAKE RESTORATION, INC
TOMORROW/WAUPACA RIVER/LAKE WEYAUWEGA INITIATIVE
MEETING OF NOVEMBER 9, 2009
6:00 P.M.
HITCHING POST, WEYAUWEGA
Those in attendance at this gathering were:
Bob Radtke
Dave Werth
Howard Quimby
Dennis Krueger (Pigeon River Lake District)
Joseph M. Dorava (Engineer from Vierbicher Associates
Wilbur Robinson
Jim Tolfa
Bob Van Epps
Bob v. read the October 12th minutes. Minutes of October 12, 2009 were approved.
No Financial report was given this month due to our treasurer being unavailable.
OLD BUSINESS:
Dave Werth led a discussion of the By-Laws. It was decided not to take any action until the December meeting due to lacking a quorum. Wilbur pointed out that in Section 4, under Election of directors, that should state, “In the year 2011 four (4) Directors shall be elected for a term of two (2) years so that following the first election all Directors shall have a two (2) year term.” Ple3ase review the draft of the By Laws as we will be taking action on them at the next meeting, on December 10th. If you don’t already have a copy, and would like one – it is posted on the blog for you to download or print.
Bob V. also suggested that we consider shanging the name of the Foundation from:
“Weyauwega Lake Restoration, Inc.” to “Tomorrow/Waupaca Watershed Alliance”
Because we will be working with other groups within the watershed.
NEW BUSINESS
Dennis Krueger and the engineering firm that has been working with them gave a very eye opening presentation on their efforts on the Pigeon River. For those who were not there, you missed a real opportunity!
We would like to thank Dennis for setting us up with the engineering firm of Vierbicher Associates. Joseph Dorava, their engineer, gave us a history of successful lake restoration projects in which they have been involved. Don’t be surprised if a request is ,made at the December meeting to consider a proposal from them to help us in two, or perhaps three different areas.
We have c hanged the night and location of our regular meetings to be, hopefully, more convenient for more people. We have come to understand that
THURSDAYS
At
WEYAUWEGA/FREMONT HIGH SCHOOL
(Enter the last driveway and enter the last door – the meeting will be in the Auditorum)
We still need more help in the fundraising activities/efforts. These will still be held at the Hitching Post on the second Monday of the month at 6 pm with Bob R. in charge. Stay tuned for more details
Next Meeting
Thursday, December 10th, 2009
Weyauwega/Fremont High School Auditorium
500 E. Ann Street, Weyauwega
Adjourn
Weyauwega Lake Project By-Laws Draft
BY-LAWS OF WEYAUWEGA LAKE RESTORATION, INC.
Article I
Section 1.
The purpose of this corporation shall be for the benefit of the Citizens of the City of Weyauwega and the Town of Weyauwega and all other persons who enjoy using the recreation provided by the Lake.
Article II
MEETINGS OF MEMBERS
Section 1.
The official annual meeting of the corporation shall be held on the second Thursday of May of each year. There shall be monthly meetings held on the second Thursday of each month unless changed by the members present at a regularly scheduled meeting.
Section 2.
It shall be the duty of the secretary to provide each member of the corporation with written notice of each meeting which shall be by email unless the member expressly requests that it be by regular mail. The failure to give notice shall not affect the validity of such meeting or any of the business conducted at such meeting.
Section 3.
Special meetings of the members may be held upon the direction of the president and by the secretary giving all of the members three days written notice of the date, time and purpose of said special meeting in the manner provided in Section 2.
Section 4.
Each member shall be entitled to one vote in all matters placed before the membership at any meeting.
Section 5.
A quorum of any meeting shall be the number of members present at any meeting
Section 6.
A majority vote of all members present shall be necessary for the adoption of any motion brought before the corporation at any such meeting.
Article III
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1.
The powers, business and property of the corporation shall be exercised, conducted and controlled by a Board of Directors of nine (9) members. Actions taken by the Board of Directors shall be presented to the members at the first meeting following the meeting of the Board of Directors and the members shall have the opportunity to review the actions of the Board of Directors and the membership may rescind the action taken by the Board of Directors by a two-thirds vote of those members present.
Section 2.
The board of directors shall elect from their number the President Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer and each officer shall be elected for a one (1) year term.
Section 3. Powers
The Board of Directors shall also have the power, in addition to all others lawfully vested in them:
(a) To purchase or otherwise acquire, lease, sell, convey, transfer or assign any property, rights, interests or privileges of the corporation, upon such terms and conditions and for such price as authorized by the members.
(b) To elect or appoint assistants to the general officers, and to employ such servants and agents upon such terms and conditions as said Board may see fit, with power to remove or suspend any of the same, and said Board may delegate to any officer of the corporation by resolution, or to any committee of its members, all or any of the powers stated in this section or any part of such powers.
(c) To establish any office necessary for carrying on the purpose of the corporation.
(d) To authorize the borrowing of money for corporate purposes, as authorized by the members.
(e) The Directors may spend up to the sum of $150.00 without prior approval of the membership.
Section 4. Election of Directors.
The Directors shall be elected by the membership at the annual meeting and the annual meeting in May 2010, five (5) Directors shall be elected for a term of two (2) years and the remaining four (4) Directors shall be elected for a term of one (1) year. In the year 2010 (Should be 2011hm) four (4) Directors shall then be elected for a term of two (2) years so that following the first election all directors shall have a two (2) year term.
Section 5. Resignation of Directors.
A Director may resign at any time by filing a written resignation with the Secretary and said resignation shall be effective from the filing thereof. Unless a later date be fixed by its terms.
Section 6. Removal of Directors.
The members, at any special meeting called for that purpose, may remove from office any or all of the Directors, by the affirmative vote of a majority of the members.
Section 7. Filing of Vacancies.
Vacancies of the Board of Directors from any cause whatsoever, shall be filled by election by the Board of a successor or successors from among the qualified members of the corporation, the person or persons so elected to serve for the unexpired term of the person so causing the vacancy or until a successor or successor is elected by the members; provided that if the Presidency becomes vacant, the Vice President shall assume that office and the position of Vice-President shall be filled by the person so elected.
Section 8.
The President, and in his absence, the Vice-President, shall preside at meetings of the Board of Directors and the Secretary shall ast as secretary thereof; but in the absence of either or any of such officers, their functions may be performed by any member of the Board selected by those present.
Section 9.
The Board of Directors shall cause to be kept a complete record of all its acts and proceedings of its meeting and to present a full statement at the regular meetings of the members showing in detail the condition of the affairs of the corporation.
Article IV
GENERAL OFFICERS
Section 1.
The officers of the corporation shall consist of the following: President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. The officers shall be elected annually by the Board of Directors and their term of office shall commence on the first meeting of the year, unless changed by the membership at a regularly scheduled meeting.
Section 2. Duties of President
The President shall preside at all meetings of the Board of Directors or of the members. He is the chief executive officer of the corporation, charged with its general supervision and management subject to the control of the Board of Directors, with the execution of contracts, deeds, leases, conveyances and instruments generally on behalf of the corporation, and such other duties as may from time to time be prescribed by these by-laws or delegated to him by the Board of Directors.
Section 3. Vice-President
The Vice-President shall discharge the duties of the President in his absence or disability, and in addition such other duties as may from time to time be prescribed by these by-lays or delegated to him by the Board of Directors.
Section 4. Secretary.
The Secretary shall keep a complete and permanent record of the membership of said corporation, and of all proceedings of the members and of the Board of Directors. He shall, in addition, have general charge of the books and records of the corporation except such as are hereinafter placed in charge of the Treasurer; shall countersign and seal with the seal of the corporation, if any, all instruments on be3half of the corporation; shall attend to the giving of notices of meetings or the members of the Board of Directors, and shall, in addition, perform all such duties as may from time to time be imposed upon him by these by-laws or delegated to him by the Board of Directors.
Section 5. Treasurer.
The Treasurer shall be the fiscal and disbursing agent of the corporation. He shall keep and account for all moneys, credits and property; shall make and endorse checks and evidences of indebtedness; shall deposit funds coming in his possession in such depositories as may from time to time be vested in him by these by-laws, or delegated to him by the Board of Directors. The Treasurer shall be required to obtain a surety bond for the purpose of protecting the Treasurer and the corporation, the cost thereof shall be paid by the corporation. The records of the Treasurer shall be audited annually by an audition committee appointed by the President.
Section 6. Absence or Disability.
In case of the absence or disability of any general officer of the corporation, the Board of Directors may delegate his duties to one of the other officers, or to a member of the Board of Directors, until the return or recovery of the absent or disabled officer.
Section 7. Vacancies.
The vacancy of the office of President shall be filled by the Vice-President. If a vacancy occurs in the position of Secretary or Treasurer during the course of a year this position shall be filled by an election held at the first meeting following the creation of the vacancy.
Article V
MEMBERSHIP
Section 1.
Any person interested in becoming a member of this corporation shall be entitled to such membership. Membership shall be renewable annually and there will be no dues required in order to be a member.
Article VI
DISSOLUTION AND DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS
Section 1.
In the event of the dissolution of the corporation any surplus funds remaining after the payment of all expenses of the corporation shall be distributed to any non-profit service organization located in the City of Weyauwega Area in a manner not inconsistent with Chapter 1 Wis. Stats. The corporation’s fiscal year shall end on the last day of December of each year or some other date fixed by the Board of Directors from time to time.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Lake Weyauwega Project October Meegting Minutes
Meeting Minutes for October 12, 2009
October Weyauwega Lake Restoration, Inc. Meeting Minutes
Meeting 6:00 PM Hitching Post, Weyauwega
Those in attendance were: Bob Radtke, Wilber Robinson, Bill Jonely, Howard Quimby, Kent Gerard, Dave Werth, and Ryan Hutchinson.
Minutes of the September 14 meeting were reviewed. Motion was made by Wilber Robinson and second by Howard Quimby to approve the minutes as presented. All voted aye.
Financial receipts and expenditures reported by Ron Wiesman were reviewed. Cash on deposit after payment of expenses amounts to 4930.26. Motion was made by Dave Werth and seconded by Bob Radtke to accept the report. All voted Aye
Discussion lead by Wilber Robinson to do something for Paul Paulson for the exceptional work he did to promote and make the boat raffle a success. Pros and Cons of making special financial recognition were reviewed. All agreed we appreciate his efforts, but thought it best not to set a precedent.
Discussion held on the need to revise corporate by-laws and the articles of incorporation. Howard Quimby reported on his discussion with a representative of the State Corporations Division of the Department of Financial Institutions. Revision can be made to our current filing with their office. It was suggested that we revise our by-laws and articles of incorporation to allow a filing for a federal 501 (c) 3 status and then make the revision to the state filing prior to filing for the federal tax exempt status. All agreed a committee of the current board of directors to meet October 22 at 6:00 PM to work on revisions to be presented to members at the November monthly meeting.
Bob Radtke presented funds totaling 1120.00 as net proceeds from a Pig Roast held by his family and himself to raise funds for the lake restoration. He related the event was a learning experience and indicated it could have been more successful with added promotion.
Meeting of the Amherst Lake Management Planning Committee on October 15 was brought to the group’s attention. Howard Quimby indicated he, Hollis Martin and Bob Van Epps would be attending the meeting to learn what their group was doing with the assistance of the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point.
Kent Gerard introduced himself and indicated a desire to work with the membership to improve conditions of the lake.
Motion was made by Dave Werth and Seconded by Wilber Robinson to adjourn with the next meeting to be November 9, 2009 6:00 PM at the Hitching Post. All voted aye.
October Weyauwega Lake Restoration, Inc. Meeting Minutes
Meeting 6:00 PM Hitching Post, Weyauwega
Those in attendance were: Bob Radtke, Wilber Robinson, Bill Jonely, Howard Quimby, Kent Gerard, Dave Werth, and Ryan Hutchinson.
Minutes of the September 14 meeting were reviewed. Motion was made by Wilber Robinson and second by Howard Quimby to approve the minutes as presented. All voted aye.
Financial receipts and expenditures reported by Ron Wiesman were reviewed. Cash on deposit after payment of expenses amounts to 4930.26. Motion was made by Dave Werth and seconded by Bob Radtke to accept the report. All voted Aye
Discussion lead by Wilber Robinson to do something for Paul Paulson for the exceptional work he did to promote and make the boat raffle a success. Pros and Cons of making special financial recognition were reviewed. All agreed we appreciate his efforts, but thought it best not to set a precedent.
Discussion held on the need to revise corporate by-laws and the articles of incorporation. Howard Quimby reported on his discussion with a representative of the State Corporations Division of the Department of Financial Institutions. Revision can be made to our current filing with their office. It was suggested that we revise our by-laws and articles of incorporation to allow a filing for a federal 501 (c) 3 status and then make the revision to the state filing prior to filing for the federal tax exempt status. All agreed a committee of the current board of directors to meet October 22 at 6:00 PM to work on revisions to be presented to members at the November monthly meeting.
Bob Radtke presented funds totaling 1120.00 as net proceeds from a Pig Roast held by his family and himself to raise funds for the lake restoration. He related the event was a learning experience and indicated it could have been more successful with added promotion.
Meeting of the Amherst Lake Management Planning Committee on October 15 was brought to the group’s attention. Howard Quimby indicated he, Hollis Martin and Bob Van Epps would be attending the meeting to learn what their group was doing with the assistance of the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point.
Kent Gerard introduced himself and indicated a desire to work with the membership to improve conditions of the lake.
Motion was made by Dave Werth and Seconded by Wilber Robinson to adjourn with the next meeting to be November 9, 2009 6:00 PM at the Hitching Post. All voted aye.
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