​As part of the MDOT Adopt a Highway program, our Association adopted County Rd 612 from KP Lake Road to Reader Trail to keep it beautiful. We will meet Saturday, May 14th, at 10 AM at the intersection of KP Lake Road and 612 for our Spring Road cleanup. Volunteers are welcome if you can make it. Also, spread the word to your neighbors if I have not included an email for them.
 
Coffee and treats will be available to entice you!!
 
We look forward to seeing you all.
 
FYI: Annual Association Meeting will be Saturday July 9th at the Lovell's Township Pavilion at Noon.
Becky and Jon Buxton

KP Lake Area Property Owners Association Annual Meeting: July 10th, 2021
Call to Order -The annual meeting was called to order by President Jon Buxton, with 20 members and guests in attendance before/during the potluck and subsequent meeting.
Introductions were made of the Board of Directors.
President Report- 

1. Phragmites: Close to being eradicated.
2. President Jon Buxton thanked all who participated in the Adopt-a-Highway Spring and Fall road cleanups.
3. Association Status with the IRS: Completed.

New Members/Guests – A welcome was offered, and all present introduced themselves and identified their locations on the lake for attendees. Several guests attended with members. 
Members Ill/In Distress – Members report that Ginny Amburgey and Larry Tourangeau have passed.
Community Watch – No report.
Secretary Report – Meeting notes from July 2020 were read. No additions or corrections noted.  Motion to accept Secretary Report as read by Gail Hunter, seconded by Noreen Montie. Motion passed. 2020 Meeting notes will be e-mailed to members we have email addresses for.
Treasurer Report – 

• Income Dues (2020-14 Owners)     $550.00    

(2021-7 Owners)  $250.00
                         Interest                         $5.16
Total Income                     $805.16

• Expenses: 

IRS 501c Filing Fee            $30.00
IRS 501c Application Fee        $600.00
Fee for Cashier’s Check to IRS        $6.00
                    Total Expenses     $636.00

• Balance on hand: June 30, 2021  $10,506.35

Motion to accept Treasurer's Report Sandy Rosa, second by Ed Rosa: Motion passed
KP Lake Association Website –Per last year’s motion to create a website, Natalia Watkins is pursuing our Domain name ($12.00 fee) and working towards an official website.
Lake Steward Report –Roger Fechner reported that the lake condition is consistently the same, Clarity at around 13 feet. The height of the water is down about 2-3 inches from his last measurement. Pike remain in the lake and all are encouraged to remove from the lake if caught while fishing. General environment and wildlife surrounding the lake remains generally healthy, an indicator of overall lake community health.
Old Business – Communications from members will be available to all to read.

• Road Clean (Fall/Spring) up report
• 501c Completed
• Mike Doremire reported on his inquiries regarding PFAS. Camp Grayling does not track PFAS, however, there is the EGLE website where residents can document foam on the lake. www.michigan.gov (Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).

New Business and Good of the Order– 

• Road Clean Up Dates-  September 11, 2021 and May 14th 2022
• 2022 Annual Meeting: July 9th, 2022 Noon at the Lovell’s Township Pavilion

Motion to set dates Gail Hunter, Second Noreen Montie Motion Passed

• Gypsy Moth Discussion: Bonnie and Mike Doremire will inquire at Roscommon County regarding their Gypsy Moth Abatement procedures, as our county and township do not have policies in place. Becky Buxton will contact the company Roscommon County uses for pricing. Information as available will be distributed to members, including members and new members not in attendance.  Treatment previously done for the Association was very pricey, if undertaken again, it would possibly use all of our Association funds.
• Motion presented by Jon Buxton to have Becky Buxton inquire and set up a PayPal or Venmo account for the Association. Second by Ed Rosa. Motion Passed
• New internet Service discussed: Truestream with Great Lakes Energy. Bonnie Doremire reported that the company has been around the lake collecting meter and location data. The infrastructure is in place, just not the drops and connections to customers. Several service options are available. The company indicated it will be a several year process, yet when contacted by a member the interest is high in our area and the company is running ahead of schedule in several locations around the state.
• Newsletter was referenced from the Township regarding several items, especially repaving. Jack Bergman, our House Representative, is working to have County Road 612 repaved. Please contact him to demonstrate interest.
• Questions regarding if Fire Retardant was involved when the US Forest Service used helicopters to take KP Lake water to fight the Jones Lake area fire recently. Kyle Lake is normally used on Camp Grayling, however, KP Lake was used for this latest fire. Becky Buxton will inquire at the township if they have any information regarding this.

Board Nominations – Ed Rosa nominated Jon Buxton-President, Gary McDonald - Vice President, Rebecca Buxton-Secretary, and Bonnie Doremire-Treasurer to serve another year. These motions were seconded by Marty Pawlowski. Motion passed. The new Board is as follows:

• Jon Buxton – President 
• Gary McDonald - Vice President
• Bonnie Doremire - Treasurer
• Becky Buxton – Secretary 

Reminders: Fall Road Clean Up: September 11th, 2021 10am meet at KP Lake Rd and 612. There will be refreshments for helpers! 
Spring Road Clean Up:  May 14th, 2022 10am Meet at KP Lake Rd and 612. Refreshments provided.
2021 Annual Meeting: July 9th, 2022 Noon at the Lovell’s Township Pavilion
Meeting Adjourned: Motion to adjourn by Noreen Montie, seconded by Gail Hunter. Motion passed.
Respectfully Submitted,
Rebecca Buxton - Secretary

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