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Homeowners Monthly Board MeetingOur monthly Board meeting will be this Monday, June 15th at 7:00pm. We will be meeting thru Zoom online. Discussion of putting the raft out or not will be one of our topics along with zebra mussel treatment, fire lanes, and herbicide treatment. If you would like to log on and participate in the meeting the details are below. We always appreciate your input. If you are unable to make the online meeting feel free to contact any of the board members with your comments or concerns. You may also leave comments on our Facebook page. Meeting ID: 945 6910 2466 edynamiclearning.zoom.us/j/94569102466 If you have problems logging in call 847-922-5572. Update:During last Monday's HLPOA meeting it was voted on to delay the launch of the raft at this time. The decision will be revisited during the June meeting and they will reevaluate when and if the raft will go out this summer. Please reach out to your board members with any questions or concerns. Next meeting is June 15th and most likely will be a Zoom meeting. Our monthly Board meeting will be this Monday, May 18th at 7:00pm. We will be meeting thru Zoom online. Discussion of putting the raft out or not will be one of our topics. If you would like to log on and participate in the meeting the details are below. We always appreciate your input. If you are unable to make the online meeting feel free to contact any of the board members with your comments or concerns. You may also leave comments on our Facebook page. Meeting ID: 925 2006 7615 edynamiclearning.zoom.us/j/92520067615 If you have problems logging in call 847-922-5572. Herbicide Treatment of the LakeMcCloud will be doing a herbicide treatment on June 12th 2020. There are no swimming restrictions. We are only treating about 10% of the lake as we are doing spot treatments that target the Eurasion Water Milfoil. These areas were selected based on the lake scans and rake sampling of the areas to confirm the presence of EWM. There are small red buoys on the lake that mark the general areas of treatment. You are able to use the lake water to water your lawns but you should wait 3 days after treatment before using on any of your flowering plants.
Lake County Temporary Burn Ban
The Lake County Board enacted an emergency ordinance that temporarily bans open burning in unincorporated Lake County through July 15, 2020. Small recreational fires are permitted. Burning of yard waste or other refuse causing smoke is the issue due to the risk for individuals with respiratory problems. For more information go to: Lake County website. To report a violation call 847-377-2999.
Carp Fest 2020
This years Carp Fest will look a little different. Our fishing dates are May 14th to the 24th. We will also have two measuring dates for the carp. May 17th at 1:00 p.m. at Downey Park and again on May 24th at 1:00 p.m. at Downey Park. We will have a garbage bin available at the park for you to dispose of your caught carp. This year there will be no lunch at the park on Memorial Day like we have in the past. There also will be no prizes other than bragging rights for the most carp caught and the longest carp. So time to break out your fishing poles and load them up with your favorite carp bait. Please register at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1AN_Pv2ZRp9FuWQH6X8e1y7beYIxl2uAiFKy898YHOLU If you are new to the Highland Lake Community you might not know that we have been holding our annual Carp Fest for over 27 years. It has become a wonderful family tradition to fish for carp in mid May ending on Memorial Day with a picnic and games in Downey Park. To keep the carp species in check we encourage you to Catch and Cook or Catch and Dispose. We know many will be disappointed with this years lack of festivities but we all hope for a better event next year. Thanks to Ron J. and Mark R. for hosting this event for the past 20 years or so. Good luck and let's knock down the carp population. UPDATE: Fishing has been slow but here are a couple of catches. Eagle Sighting at Downey Park
On Monday April 20th 2020 an eagle was spotted in a tree at Downey Park. John S. was able to capture these patriotic bird. Also the wood ducks are back and were spotted by Maggie. If you have some amazing photos of more wildlife on Highland Lake be sure to share them with us.
Highland Lake Ice Fishing DerbyThis years Fishing Derby was a great success. We had around 12 fisherman and a few visitors. The weather was in the 30's and the ice was thick. The fish starting biting early Saturday morning when Ron M. landing a 36" Northern Pike. That early morning catch set the bar high for the other fishermen. We saw plenty of other big ones when Ron J. caught a 32" Northern Pike. Both catches were released. The variety of fish landed consisted of crappy, walleye, small mouth bass and even a large mouth bass. Over $140.00 was raised for our Fish Stocking fund. The event ended on Sunday with homemade chili for the guys and a trophy presentation. This years trophy went on the mantel of the Mittlestaedt family for Ron's 36" Pike.
We hope to see more participants next year!
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News Archives
5/30/19 New Raft 911 Cell Phone
Thanks to John Sonnenberg we now have a emergency cell phone on the raft!!! IT CAN ONLY DIAL 911. It does take some time to learn how to use the phone and in an emergency these could be precious seconds. Learn more...https://mailchi.mp/fa7fa046b9c0/new-raft-911-cell-phone
Thanks to John Sonnenberg we now have a emergency cell phone on the raft!!! IT CAN ONLY DIAL 911. It does take some time to learn how to use the phone and in an emergency these could be precious seconds. Learn more...https://mailchi.mp/fa7fa046b9c0/new-raft-911-cell-phone
5/21/19 Storm Water Management: Lake County Sets New Flood State Record in 2018. Important News
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ILLAKE/bulletins/24518d7
5/20/19 Reporting Lake Water Levels
We have installed a lake water level gauge at the Szontag Park pier. We encourage residents to report water levels for the lake when visiting the park to the Lake Observations by Citizen Scientists and Satellites.
Registering this information helps us better understand why the volume of water in our lake changes over time.
To report our data you can text to 847-380-8640 the following: LDL2 and the height Example LDL2 1.90
Or go to the web site https://liquidearthlake.website/index.php/reading/create/63 and enter the information on the form.
Anyone can do it, but it helps to read through the manual. http://lakelevel.web.unc.edu/files/2018/12/LOCSS-Training-Manual-1.pdf
The main website is : http://lakelevel.web.unc.edu/
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ILLAKE/bulletins/24518d7
5/20/19 Reporting Lake Water Levels
We have installed a lake water level gauge at the Szontag Park pier. We encourage residents to report water levels for the lake when visiting the park to the Lake Observations by Citizen Scientists and Satellites.
Registering this information helps us better understand why the volume of water in our lake changes over time.
To report our data you can text to 847-380-8640 the following: LDL2 and the height Example LDL2 1.90
Or go to the web site https://liquidearthlake.website/index.php/reading/create/63 and enter the information on the form.
Anyone can do it, but it helps to read through the manual. http://lakelevel.web.unc.edu/files/2018/12/LOCSS-Training-Manual-1.pdf
The main website is : http://lakelevel.web.unc.edu/
2/25/19 Eskimos On Ice Fishing Event Over
Rain and wind made this years event a real challenge for the 11 angles that were signed up for the event. Eight-five dollars were raised to go toward fish stocking from this self funded event.
Karl Heidike took the money for the longest bass. His large mouth was 16.5 inches. Andy Loria caught the longest northern pike at 30.5 inches. Both of these fish were released to fight another day.
Rain and wind made this years event a real challenge for the 11 angles that were signed up for the event. Eight-five dollars were raised to go toward fish stocking from this self funded event.
Karl Heidike took the money for the longest bass. His large mouth was 16.5 inches. Andy Loria caught the longest northern pike at 30.5 inches. Both of these fish were released to fight another day.
2/19/2019 Draft 2019 Community Constitution and By-Laws
The board has updated the community Constitution and By-Laws and would like your input. Click here to view the By-Laws. If you have comments, questions or concerns please send them to hlcommunitysite@gmail.com
The board has updated the community Constitution and By-Laws and would like your input. Click here to view the By-Laws. If you have comments, questions or concerns please send them to hlcommunitysite@gmail.com
2/19/2019 HLPOA Association and Foundation Financials Now Posted
Click here to view the February association report and here for the foundation.
Click here to view the February association report and here for the foundation.
04/19/17 Reminder Trailer Boat Policy
Policy Regarding Boat Trailer Use in Parks
Please refer to rules and information for general boating policies. All watercraft (motorized or not) and trailers must be power washed and inspected for zebra mussels prior to placement in Highland Lake. Please contact your shore representative if you need help with the inspection. Anyone found to be introducing zebra mussels into the lake is subject to local and IL state fines.
Trailered Boat Policies and Procedures
Effective March 1, 2017, the following procedures must be followed by all boat owners wishing to launch and/or remove their boats using a trailer:
Per a 2009 court decision, use of 36 volt electric motors was found reasonable on Highland Lake.
Downey Park is the only approved launch/removal site. As Szontagh Park does not fall under the governance of HLPOA, no rules regarding the use of that park can be offered.
In order to obtain access to Downey Park, boat owners must contact their shore representative or the HLPOA President at least five days prior to the scheduled launch/removal date. Failure to do so may necessitate a delay in the occurrence. The president will arrange for a Board member to unlock the gate and monitor any damage to Park property. If any significant damage occurs, the boat owner will be responsible for its repair. The boat owner must be present at the time of the launch/removal in order to address any issues that may come up.
Anyone using a trailer to launch/remove a boat must be a HL resident. The gate unlocking fee for trailered boat access can be paid by either payment of annual dues to HLPOA, or payment of the unlocking fee of $50.00 to HLPOA for each unlocking event.
Owner must use the services of Board approved marine providers. Currently, only Ahlstrand Marine in Mundelein has been approved. The approval is contingent on Ahlstrand’s cooperation with power washing the trailer just prior to its entry into Highland Lake. Use of any other provider must be approved at least thirty days prior to the desired launch/removal date.
Policy Regarding Boat Trailer Use in Parks
Please refer to rules and information for general boating policies. All watercraft (motorized or not) and trailers must be power washed and inspected for zebra mussels prior to placement in Highland Lake. Please contact your shore representative if you need help with the inspection. Anyone found to be introducing zebra mussels into the lake is subject to local and IL state fines.
Trailered Boat Policies and Procedures
Effective March 1, 2017, the following procedures must be followed by all boat owners wishing to launch and/or remove their boats using a trailer:
Per a 2009 court decision, use of 36 volt electric motors was found reasonable on Highland Lake.
Downey Park is the only approved launch/removal site. As Szontagh Park does not fall under the governance of HLPOA, no rules regarding the use of that park can be offered.
In order to obtain access to Downey Park, boat owners must contact their shore representative or the HLPOA President at least five days prior to the scheduled launch/removal date. Failure to do so may necessitate a delay in the occurrence. The president will arrange for a Board member to unlock the gate and monitor any damage to Park property. If any significant damage occurs, the boat owner will be responsible for its repair. The boat owner must be present at the time of the launch/removal in order to address any issues that may come up.
Anyone using a trailer to launch/remove a boat must be a HL resident. The gate unlocking fee for trailered boat access can be paid by either payment of annual dues to HLPOA, or payment of the unlocking fee of $50.00 to HLPOA for each unlocking event.
Owner must use the services of Board approved marine providers. Currently, only Ahlstrand Marine in Mundelein has been approved. The approval is contingent on Ahlstrand’s cooperation with power washing the trailer just prior to its entry into Highland Lake. Use of any other provider must be approved at least thirty days prior to the desired launch/removal date.
