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Lake Ogemaw Summer Resort Association
2916 Rifle River Trail, PO Box 472, West Branch, MI 48661
Phone: 989-873-3058 Website: www.lakeogemaw.net Email: lakeogemaw@lakeogemaw.org
OFFICE HOURS: Mon 11am-2pm Tues 10am-2pm APRIL 2020
Fri 11am-2pm Sat 10am-2pm
Closed Wed, Thurs & Sunday
THE PRESIDENT’S CORNER
Welcome to 2020 -- I hope everyone enjoyed memorable holidays and found time to take pleasure in the
winter season, whether it was in the snow, on the ice or at a sun kissed beach. With milder winter temper-
atures, the frozen tundra was elusive for those who enjoy ice fishing, but once it did freeze a flurry of ac-
tivity commenced. Winter brings with it a peaceful tranquility of silence here at Lake Ogemaw and reminds
us that out the dark and cold will come springtime with its promise of songbirds, waterfowl, colorful flow-
ers, budding trees and green lawns, along with boating, swimming and water sports. Our beautiful lake
will soon be humming with people and activities. Check out a complete list of upcoming events in this
newsletter.
Thank you to Bill Kuzenko, Cathy Adamski and all the volunteers who participated in the West Branch
Christmas parade, as well as Dave & Carol Galbreath, who put on a wonderful New Year’s Eve party at
the clubhouse. The January Winter Poker Run was a tremendous success, even with heavy snow falling
the entire day. Thanks to Mike & Debbie Seabolt for hosting a terrific Super Bowl Sunday party at the
clubhouse, with a record crowd in attendance. Without the hard work of our generous volunteers, social
events would not happen. Consider volunteering for future LOSRA events!
All members should make sure their current mailing address, email address and phone number are pro-
vided to the LOSRA office. You can contact the office during normal business hours, or by email at
lakeOgemaw@lakeogemaw.org.
Several ballots will be included with the dues notice this year. Members will be asked to vote on the pro-
posed budget, a special assessment for the dam and spillway and lakefront property owners will vote on
goose population control. The board and committee chairpersons have been working on the proposed
2020-2021 budget, which will be posted at the clubhouse in March. A town hall discussion on the pro-
posed budget will take place at the April board meeting. The proposed budget does reflect a $10 per lot
increase in dues. Also, a proposed dam and spillway assessment of $10 per lot per year is being re-
quested (prior assessment was $15 per lot per year). The goose nest and egg destruction ballot will also
be included with the dues notice, but only lakefront property owners will receive the ballot pursuant to
Michigan DNR requirements. Continued on page 2
President: Mary Buyze (989) 873-5684 Trustees
Vice Pres: Tom Lukosavich (989) 873-4869 Ron Atkinson (248) 821-4806
Treasurer: Frank Barretta (586) 348-4771 Rick Hoffmann (989) 312-7212
Secretary: Susan Kiwak (810) 210-8514 Jaime Ibarra (586) 948-2677
A new digital sign has been approved, along with a new sound system for the clubhouse/pavilion. The parks
around the lake are slated for updating, with 4 parks already in progress. With pontoon pitting occurring to
some boats last summer, a committee has been formed to investigate potential cause(s). The board has
also been working closely with Marine Patrol for a long-term solution for safety on the lake. Stay tuned for
updates.
With lawn care season around the corner, please consider purchasing your lake-friendly fertilizer from
LOSRA. It is specifically designed for lakefront properties and can be purchased for $15 at the clubhouse.
Also, personalized paver bricks are for sale through the clubhouse and range from $100 to $150. You can
check out the wide variety of bricks members have purchased by taking a walk around the LOSRA pavil-
ion. And please remember to donate your deposit bottles and cans in the Ogemaw County Humane Society
drop box at the clubhouse.
The yard waste area is for the use of residents only and is for grass and leaves, only – please no tree limbs/
stumps, shrubs, etc. Biodegradable paper bags are acceptable for use at the yard waste site and please
follow the rules posted on the entry gate sign.
I hope everyone enjoys the busy season ahead. Take a moment to meet your neighbors, join in the activi-
ties and keep our neighborhood safe. Thanks to the generosity and determination of our membership, Lake
Ogemaw will provide memories for family and friends well into the future. Stay safe out there and have fun!
Mary Buyze-President
Men’s Committee Chairman Activities Committee
Bob Gollehur (989) 873-6117 Cathy Adamski & Sue Kiwak (Co Chair)
734-934-9046-Cathy
Fish Committee Lake Coordinator
Gordon Golini 989-873-4560 Bill Pietron 989-873-8071
Carol Hubbell & Sharon Wilgus, Clerks
989-873-3058
BOARD MEETINGS are held the 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00am
March-October.
MEMBERSHIP CARDS FRIDAY COFFEE HOUR 9AM-10AM
You MUST present your current card to the
(except during holidays)
boat launch security during holiday weekends. Donations welcomed for the coffee
and donuts.
A key does not allow you access to the lake.
New card labels available only from the associ-
ation office during office hours. New labels only
provided if your account is paid in full.
Check out the Lake Ogemaw apparel for sale at the clubhouse. T-shirts, sweatshirts, vi-
sors, ballcaps, hoodies, etc. are available for purchase during normal business
hours. Coming soon: new merchandise in vibrant colors
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Calendar of Activities for 2020
Spring Fling May 23 12-3p
Chair Cathy Adamski 734-934-9046
Boaters Safety May 23rd - Free
Lady’s Luncheon June 6 @12:00-Chair Janet Atkinson 248-821-4805
Kid’s Fishing Derby June 13 @ 9am-12pm (This is also DNR Free Fish
Weekend) Gordon Golini Chair 248-941-3288
Summer Craft Fair June 27 10am-4pm-Chair Karen Ziskie 989-873-3172
Fire Works July 4
July Breakfast July 5 - Chair Dave Galbreath
Summer Poker Run July 11 - Chair Carolyn Hartigan 586-484-9957
Lake Wide Garage Sale Aug 1-2
Pig Roast Aug 1 @5:30pm – Bring a dish to pass
Fun Day Sept 5 12-3:00pm - Chair Bill Kuzenko
Masquerade Ball/ Bon Fire October 17 @8pm
Chair Debbie Ditmyer 989-820-0118
Holiday Craft Fair November 14 10am-4pm
Chair Karen Ziskie
Christmas Cookie Exchange December 9 @ 11am
Chair Cathy Adamski 734-934-9046
WB Christmas Parade December 12- Chair Bill Kuzenko 520-241-6581
Christmas Luncheon December 16 @ 1pm -Chair Sandy Kormos
New Years Eve Party Dec 31-Chair Dave Galbreath
Potluck dinners are on the first Wednesday of the month at 5:30pm. Bring a dish to pass,
place settings and beverage of choice. It is a great way to meet new members and a fun
social time.
Page 3
ATTENTION CHURCHILL TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Churchill Township trustees entered into a 5-year contract with Republic Waste for trash
collection (ONLY Churchill Township). The move from Waste Management to Republic
was determined to be a cost savings for Churchill Township residents. The new trash
pickup day for Churchill Township residents, only, is Friday, and only blue toters are al-
lowed for regular trash pickup. Wire bins can no longer be utilized for weekly trash
pickup. Additional large item pickups will be collected, but only by contacting Republic
prior to the regularly scheduled pickup day. Republic will provide yard waste pickup be-
ginning Wednesday, May 6, and then every other week until November. If a Churchill
Township resident has any questions, please contact Gary Hicks at
hicksg@republicservices.com or at (810) 691-2993.
Kid’s Fishing Derby
Saturday, June 13, 2020
9:00am—Noon
Prizes for largest bass, panfish, pike, walleye, and catfish. All fish must be legal size.
Entry fee $1.00
Meet at Ka-Jacs Saturday morning at 8:30am to register and go through the rules. Event ends
at noon with measuring of fish.
LOSRA members are eligible to attend with children, grandkids, nieces, nephews, etc. Anyone
16 years of age and younger.
Refreshments Prizes Fun
Contact Gordon Golini for donations and information.
248-941-3288 or Gordon.golini@gmail.com
MILLS TOWNSHIP YARD WASTE PICK UP DATES—THURSDAYS
April 23
Leaves must be in biodegradable bags
May 7 & May 21
June 4 & June 18
Tree trimmings that are less than 1 1/2 inches in
July 9 & July 23 diameter and tied in bundles
August 6 & 20
Sept 3 & 24 LOSRA has a yard waste site located behind the
Oct 8 & 22 boat launch. The boat launch key works on the
yard waste gate.
Nov 12
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Well a new fishing season is upon us. This will be the first-time minnows were added in
the fall and as well as the spring. This should help keep the predators from eating game
fish and stabilize the perch and crappie population under the ice. We will be also adding
more minnows in the spring to increase the survivability of the fry and fingerlings
through the spawn.
Don’t forget to enter the 22nd Annual Lake Ogemaw Fishing Tournament for the largest
Bass, Walleye and Pike. The tournament will start the Saturday prior to Memorial Day
and go through the Friday before Labor Day. The entry fee is $5.00 and open to all Asso-
ciation Members and their guests. The enrollment applications can be purchased at Ka-
Jacs, the Marina and the Club House.
Let’s take care of our fishery and “catch and release” any under size fish and those you
do not plan on eating. The DNR will be on the lake, and even though this is a private
lake, fishing licenses are required, and children fishing must be accompanied by an
adult with a current fishing license.
Good Luck and keep it safe.
LOSRA Fish Committee
FREE Boater Safety Class
Saturday, May 23rd
8:00am—3:00pm (approx)
For those 14 years of age and older.
No pre-registration necessary
Must pass exam in order to receive a
Boaters Safety Certificate
Lunch included
Page 4 APRIL 2019
BOARD OF TRUSTEE ELECTION Member Assessments are mailed at the
end of May with payment to be paid on
TWO board positions will be open for or before July 4th by 9:00am
election this year. Ballots will be included Cash/Check Accepted
with your member dues invoice.
Board meetings run from March—October
and meet on the 3rd Saturday of the month
NEW BOAT LAUNCH KEYS
The boat launch lock and yard waste
at 9:00am. area lock will be changed this year.
Contact the association office if you are in- Only members in good standing can
teresting in running for a board position. receive a new key.
$25.00 fee for replacement
Submit 50 word or less summary & photo
to the office
Bob Blickensdorf has been appointed as Loon Ranger for Lake Ogemaw. Bob contacted the Mich-
igan Loonwatch Preservation Association, which works to preserve the loon population through
public education, research, and habitat protection and also works with the DNR and local volun-
teers assigned to lakes throughout Michigan. Bob will be responsible for reporting nesting loca-
tions, loon population, arrival and departure times to and from the lake, provide educational in-
formation to the lake residents, and report any hazardous situations to the DNR. Lake Ogemaw
residents are encouraged to report interesting or relevant observations to Bob who will record
the information and thereafter provide a season end report to the MLPA, who will share the infor-
mation with the DNR. Loons are both state and federally protected and it is estimated that there
are only 500 nesting pairs remaining in the state. Please do not disturb the loons at any time, or
go in search for their nest(s).
DOCK LOTTERY
The annual dock drawing will be held on
Saturday, April 18, 2020
after the monthly board meeting
@ approximately 10:00am
Cost $200 (cash/check)
You will need a copy of your watercraft registration in members name and proof of insurance in
order to receive a dock.
Only members in good standing can participate.
Dock lease is only for LOSRA members ONLY and not for sub-leasing
Page 5 The Winter Poker Run 2020 WINTER says it all. Snow, wind and cold temps were all part of this year’s Poker Run. The 10 host houses did a great job. Some old, some new. Steve Redmondini's Butter Makers and Coney dogs are always delish! We think it is his 12th year. Chris and Nelsa Lanzon's homemade Chata and huge buffet. The Ernst's 80's theme with tasty apple pie and orange cream sickle shots. Joe and Lisa Kirkman's mouth watering chicken legs, ca- pri sun, sex on the beach and drink pong was a hit. Sue and Rich Kiwak's little beers and buffalo chicken dip was delicious. Newbies, Dave and Karen Celeskey's walking tacos and ice luge was enjoyed by all. Mike and Marsha Reed's jambalaya and shots...yum! Shelly and Drew Lidga's Chower, always wonderful. Candy and Rick Cunningham's pic-O-shot and of course great food, a poker run tradition. Hats off to the host houses!!!! We appreciate all that you do. Another big shout out to Carolynn and Jack Hartigan's card crew. 250 participants poker hands dealt out in no time. BEST POKER HAND WINNERS! Gary Christensen 4 of a kind Donated back $100.00 !!!! Kelsey Bradshaw Full house Diane Christensen Full house Leslie Kenison Full house Katie Slembrouck Straight Debbie and Mike Seabolt along with Janet and Greg Lachon sold over $1600.00 worth of tickets for the money drawing! Woot! Woot! Big winner Pam McPhee $420.00 Jimmy Coullis $285.00 Amber Beebe $135.00 We could not have a gathering without set up and tear down. Thanks again Bob Gollehur, Mike Seabolt, Jack Hartigan, Denny Munger. Please consider helping. Many hands make light work. Summer Poker Run July 11, 2020.
Spring Fling!
Saturday, May 23rd, from Noon until 3:00pm
Adult Games
● Tug of War between North & South @2:45 pm
South Shore come defend your 2019 title. Winners displayed on a plaque in the
clubhouse
● Liquor/Lottery Walk
● Money Raffle (Look for the guys in the tall hats to get your tickets)
Fun For All
● Egg Toss
● Donut on a String ● Hoop Da Loop
● Junk In The Trunk ● Stack Attack
For Kids (5 & under)
● Dig for buried treasure
● Craft Table● Cake/Cupcake Walk
Food Brats● Hotdogs● Chips● Soft Drinks● Popcorn● Cotton Candy
BYOB!! *Please No Pets at this Event*
FIREWORKS! Water Craft Rules and Safety
Fireworks will be set off at dusk over the NO WAKE!
dam/spillway on Saturday, July 4th Before 11am and after 7:30pm
For future reference, the association fireworks This applies to ALL types of watercraft.
are scheduled for the first Saturday in July with
Islands are privately owned! Do not dock,
Sunday being a rain day.
trespass, fish off any island or at the
Many residents enjoy watching the fireworks DAM/Spillway site.
from your boats. Firework regulations dictate no
DNR and the Marine Sheriff patrol the lake.
parking areas.
Please be mindful of others while having fun
Island owners must move their boats and ve-
on the water and at the sandbar.
hicles from 3:00pm (if not sooner) on
JULY 3rd until Sunday morning July 5th Watch out for non-motorized watercraft and
swimmers!
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2970 Rifle River Trail, West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 873-4153
SPECIALING IN Shrink Wrapping & Winterizing
Avalon Pontoon Boats, Aqua Cycle Paddle-Boats Sell: Boat Trailers, Aluminum Roll-in
Great Lakes Roll-in Docks Docks, Swim & Boat Lifts, Floating Docks
Honda/Yamaha Outboards Service Department: Certified Yamaha
Mechanics, Inboard/Outboard Repair, Boat
Used Boats & Trade-ins Storage.
Financing Available Pontoon Rentals
Clubhouse and Pavilion Rental
Members in good standing can rent the
clubhouse and/or the pavilion for parties,
reunions, etc. A deposit of $100 is held un-
til after the event. Both the clubhouse and
pavilion rental fee is $100 for the first four
hours, $10 per hour after 4 hours (setup
and cleanup not included as time rented).
A copy of your homeowners declaration
page is required.Attention Lake Ogemaw Crafters Looking for Lake Ogemaw crafters again for the summer craft show scheduled for Satur- day, June 27th located under the pavilion. If interested in a table call Karen Ziskie at 989-873-3172 and leave your name and number. You can also email Karen at kmziskie55@yahoo.com. The holiday craft show was a huge success and this one can be too. The holiday craft show is scheduled for Sat- urday, November 14th. You can let Karen know if you are interested in this one as well.
Free Delivery to the lake
Any purchase over $799
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PAGE 17Pedestrians are reminded to:
Walk on the side of the road
as far to the left as possible
or on a paved shoul-
der AGAINST oncoming traf-
fic where there are no side-
walks
Bicyclists should:
Always ride WITH other traf-
fic;
Obey the rules of the road as
any other vehicle operator,
including all traffic signs, lane
markings and signals, and
use hand signals to indicate
turns, slowing or stopping;
Wear bicycle helmets and re-
flective clothing;
Stay as far to the right as
practical when riding in traffic
lanesLake Ogemaw Summer Resort U.S. POSTAGE PAID 2916 Rifle River Trail PERMIT # 70 P.O. Box 472 West Branch, MI. West Branch, MI. 48661 48661 Address service requested
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