Please join us at 12pm on July 8th, 2023 for our annual potluck luncheon!  You'll be able to meet your neighbors, taste some delicious foods and find out what's happening in our community. Its a fun afternoon and a great place to voice any concerns or ideas you have for our beloved lake!  If you have any topics you'd like to discuss, feel free to comment here or email us at kplakeareapropertyowners@gmail.com.

Just a reminder that the annual Fall Cleanup of our section of Hwy 612 is on September 17th, 2022.  We'll be meeting  at 10am at KP Lake Rd and 612.  Refreshments will be provided, along with garbage bags and safety vests.  It's a fun time and an opportunity to get to know your neighbors and the Board members!

Call to Order -The annual meeting was called to order by President Jon Buxton, with 28 members and guests in attendance before/during the potluck and subsequent meeting.

Introductions were made of the Board of Directors (Roll Call):
●        Jon Buxton – President 
●        Gary McDonald- Vice President; 
●        Bonnie Doremire – Treasurer 
●        Becky Buxton – Secretary 

President Report-

• Phragmites: Eradicated.
• President Jon Buxton thanked all who participated in the Adopt-a-Highway Spring and fall road cleanups.
• Gypsy Moth control: Cost prohibitive for our Association. Crawford County has a funding initiative on the County August Ballot. Update: Initiative did not pass.

​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 Bob Riley has passed.

Community Watch – No report.

Secretary Report – Meeting notes from July 2021 were read. No additions or corrections noted.  Motion to accept Secretary Report as read by Cathy McDonald, seconded by Janet Dunning. Motion passed. 2022 Meeting notes will be e-mailed to members we have email addresses for.

Treasurer Report – Balance on hand as of June 30, 2021 $10,506.35
●        Income Dues (2021-15 Owners)  $550.00               
                                     (2022-6 Owners)  $180.00
           Interest                                              $0.37
           Total Income                                  $730.37
●        Expenses:
             Hartland Clarke-checks for new account $27.07
             N. Watkins-Website Expenses                    $160.93
                                            Total Expenses     $188.00
●        Balance on hand: as of June 30, 2022                    $11,048.72
 
Lake Steward Report –Roger Fechner reported that the lake condition is consistently the same. Clarity at around 13 feet. Roger Popp reported that the Phragmites are eradicated. General environment and wildlife surrounding the lake remains generally healthy, an indicator of overall lake community health.

DNR CREEL Study: Final DNR Report will be available this fall or winter. In general the DNR indicates the fish ecosystem is well balanced. The notes and final report will be uploaded to our website.

Old Business –

• Gypsy Moth Discussion regarding prohibitive association cost. And upcoming County ballot for spraying.
• The DNR indicated the Pike population is good for the balance of the lake ecosystem.
• The Website created by Natalia Watkins is linked to the Lovell’s Township webpage.  Currently there is an association Instagram, with possibility for Facebook.
• PFAS: Bonnie reported since our meeting, that a DNR fish biologist team member confirmed they will not be testing for PFAS/PFOS.  They did the water chemistry testing and shoreline survey recently. This site has information about lake foam and PFAS: https://www.michigan.gov/pfasresponse/faq/categories/pfas-foam-on-lakes-and-streams.

New Business and Good of the Order–
●       Road Clean Up Dates-  September 17, 2022 Discussion regarding only one cleanup due                to Spring Ticks
●       2023 Annual Meeting: July 8th, 2023 Noon at the Lovell’s Township Pavilion
●       PayPal for Dues will be available currently using buxtonre@gmail.com as we explore other options. Use friends and family option.
●        Internet Service discussed: Truestream with Great Lakes Energy. 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. Sign up as an interested party on their website. No obligation.
●        Green Belt, Blight and Road Speed Limits: The Green Belt on KP Lake is 50 feet from the water’s edge, the township requires approval to clear areas within that 50 feet. If residents are concerned about blight, they are urged to contact the Township directly. The Association has no enforcement abilities regarding those. In addition, concerns regarding speed limits on the county maintained road were discussed. In general, if not posted, there was some discussion if we could erect signage.
●        Garbage Can:  Discussion ensured regarding the possibility of the DNR supplying and emptying a garbage can by the boat launch. Bonnie will inquire. Association will add the boat launch to the Road Clean up.
●        Bylaws: Bylaws will be scanned and added to the Association Website.
 
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 Kevin Kunkleman. Motion passed. The new Board is as follows:
o   Jon Buxton – President
o   Gary McDonald - Vice President
o   Bonnie Doremire - Treasurer
o   Becky Buxton – Secretary
 
Reminders: Fall Road Clean Up: September 17th, 2022 10am meet at KP Lake Rd and 612. There will be refreshments for helpers!

2023 Annual Meeting: July 8th, 2023 Noon at the Lovell’s Township Pavilion

Meeting Adjourned: Meeting was adjourned.

​Respectfully Submitted, Rebecca Buxton - Secretary

​Notes from July 7, 2022, phone call with Olen Gannon, Michigan DNR Fisheries technician
 
The Fisheries Division is conducting a study on our lake. Gill nets were placed around the lake in May to catch and assess the fish population. That was followed by electrofishing on the night of June 1. You can see a YouTube video of electrofishing on the AuSable on the DNR Northern Lake Huron channel. Note they used boats powered by gasoline motors for this work. They will be back in August to do a Profile Development Study. This involves testing the water chemistry, profiling the oxygen and temperature at various depths, and assessing the shoreline including number of docks, seawalls, trees in the lake, etc.
The results of the Study should be finalized this winter. The Michigan DNR is currently working on a new system to make such information readily available on their website. In the meantime, Olen Gannon was kind enough to share the following information with me via phone.

• “The lake looks really good!” - Direct quote
• Good panfish
  • Bluegill caught were up to 9”, healthy with thick backs
  • There are lots of minnows who spawn in brushy areas along the shore
  • Large Mouth Bass were caught, the larger being caught during the electrofishing work, with a maximum length of 20”-21”
    
  • One 9” Small Mouth Bass was caught so there are a few out there
  • Some Perch were also netted
  • A few Pike were caught up to 38” in length
• There is a good balance of Pike in our lake and they are healthy
  • “You want Pike in the lake”
  • Pike don’t like spiny fish so only eat Bluegills if they must
  • Pike eat more Bass than Bluegills
  • Bass eat more Bluegills than the Pike (in our lake)
  • Without Pike in the lake the size & health of Bluegills & Bass may be negatively impacted due to overpopulation
• Seawalls negatively impact fish particularly on motorized lakes
  • Brushy areas near the shore provide protection for fish and areas for minnow spawning
  • Turbulence caused by motor sounds bouncing off seawalls negatively impact fish activity near the shoreline
  • This isn’t as significant a concern on our lake due to it being non-motorized 

​Hello everyone,
 
We hope you are all doing well!
 
We will gather Saturday July 9th, 2022 @ 12 PM. Location: Lovell's Township, Pavilion 8405 Twin Bridge Rd, Grayling, MI 49738
 
We will begin with a potluck and end with a brief business portion. If you have an item you wish to include on the agenda please email us at kplakeareapropertyowners@gmail.com as soon as possible.    
Our treasurer will be available to collect annual dues ($30.00) and make adjustments to your email and addresses if necessary. If you plan to mail a check for the 2022 KP Lake Area Property Owners Association dues please contact us at kplakeareapropertyowners@gmail.com for payment options.

​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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