LWPOA

I was both shocked and honored to be named as the new chairman of LWPOA. It is a humbling responsibility to follow Gary Cockrell, who was one of the finest men I have had the privilege of knowing. I am especially grateful for the way he embraced the concept of Worship on the Water.  And I will always remember that no matter how tense or cantankerous a situation before the board was, Gary always handled it with dignity and calmness. I also want to thank John Triplett for the excellent job he did when Gary became too ill to preside.

Reflecting on the message Gary Cockrell wrote last year to the homeowners: “The purposes of LWPOA are to enhance, improve and protect the quality of Lake Wedowee.” That is an admirable purpose, and an achievable purpose. The question remains though: How can we do this?  The answer lies with YOU! Now is the time for an army of Lake Wedowee Property Owners to get fired up to make a difference! So consider yourself called! Now what?

First, get fired up and connect. If you have not visited our website (lakewedoweepoa.com) today is the day. If you have neighbors who are not members of LWPOA, then invite them to join...NOW!  The cost is only $30.00 per year, and just one couple can easily eat that much for free at our two  annual get togethers! There may not be many bargains in today’s economy, but membership in LWPOA is definitely a bargain.

In addition to helping us increase our membership, get fired up and serve. Members have many opportunities to serve the Association other than just being on the Board. Want to assist in lake activities such as boat shows, ski events, etc. ____________.   Call John Triplett at
256-357-0607.

Have membership questions, need to “sign someone up”, or have suggestions? Call John Triplett or Judy Haley at 256-357-0165.  Interested in water quality? Call Jack Duncan at 256-357-4248 to see how you can get involved and make a difference.

Have ideas about how to improve our annual get togethers? Call Janice Fluornoy at 256-357-4865.

Want to assist in the annual lake cleanup, call Shelia Smith at 256-357-4700 or Bob May at 256-357-2656.

Interested in enhancing marine radio services on the lake, including on your boat? Check with Dave Clark at 256-357-4272.

Curious about Kids Fishing Day, then get with Thomas Langley at 256-357-2685.

Our association is a wonderful organization. We have the opportunity to preserve our water quality, enhance our enjoyment of the lake, and serve our community. To do so though requires involvement of the members...and that means YOU! To whom much is given, much is required. We have been given this wonderful lake so let’s get fired up and make the upcoming year one the best yet for Lake Wedowee.

I look forward to serving with you.

Oliver Kitchens, Chairman