Lake Shangri-La Wisconsin News

The Town of Salem ordinances require all lakes in the area to be "NO WAKE" between the hours of 7 PM and 10 AM every day. Watercraft must stay at least 200 feet from the shoreline and 100 feet from other boats and skiers. Water skiing should run in a counter clockwise direction. Violators will be reported and ticketed. Dogs are not allowed on public beaches.

DNR Warden Jennifer Niemeyer 262-878-5608 jennifer.niemeyer@wisconsin.gov to report a violation in progress: ATV, boating, snowmobile, water, hunting or fishing) or call the confidential hotline 24 hours a day at 1-800-TIP-WDNR (800-847-9367)

Kenosha Sheriff's Department Marine Patrol contact officer Gil Benn at 262-605-5100 or GBenn@co.kenosha.wi.us

Town of Salem Public Safety/Water Patrol Josh Cooper at 262-843-2313 or jcooper@townofsalem.net

Kenosha County Sheriff's department 262-653-6600 for street, ATV or beach violations.

Board Meeting - The homeowners' board meets the first Thursday of every month at 7 pm at the Community Center on 121st St. The meeting is open to the public. The next board meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2008.

WEED MANAGEMENT TEAM- Meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7pm at the Community Center on 121st Street. The purpose of the TEAM is to plan ongoing weed handling strategy as well as to begin developing a multi-year lake management plan. Spraying this year was aimed primarily at curly leaf but also controlled any milfoil. Lake water testing will continue throughout the summer. Questions call Joe 262-862-1439

!!!Congratulations to Carol Dittmer - Lake Shangri-La 2007 Volunteer of the Year!!!

August 3, 2008 (Sunday) 11 A.M. Annual Homeowners Association Meeting and Raffle Several items of community interest will be on the agenda this year. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend. The Board welcomes your ideas and opinions and most importantly your service. Several board positions will be expiring and need to be filled. Please offer to volunteer for an event, weed management team, new neighbor greeter, grounds beautification etc. Your Homeowners Membership of $100 can be paid at the meeting. Questions, comments jbarningham@wi.rr.com Jeff Barningham, Board President

September 6,2008 3rd Annual Family Fun Day!- 12 Noon to 10 PM Food and Drinks! Bands! Games! Community Center, 22112 121st Street. Mark your calendars now!!! Invite your friends and family! This was a big success last year and we expect an even bigger turn out this year. We need Volunteers and Vendors to help make this day fantastic!! Contact Carrie cjohnson@c-sbillingcenter.com or 862-1393 or Paul z3paul@yahoo.com

October - HALLOWEEN PARTY at the Community Center, 22112 121st Street. Doors open at 5:00 and the Potluck dinner begins at 5:30 pm. Please bring a dish to pass (enough for your family.) This year there will be both a carved/decorated pumpkin contest and costume judging by age groups. Bring your finished pumpkin to enter the contest. Prize awards by age group: 0-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, Teen - Adult. The party is open to residents and non-residents. If you would like your child to receive a Trick or Treat Bag, a donation of one bag of candy per child should be dropped off at 12105 217th Ave. by October. Thanks! Volunteers are needed for set-up, games, etc. Good food and lots of fun for everyone. Please contact Becky or Cory Wesinger 862-2939 for more details or to volunteer.

November 2008 - 3rd Annual FOOTBALL PARTY AND CHILI COOK-OFF Bring your friends and family to the Community Center 22112 121st Street. Bring a crock pot with your favorite chili recipe and sign up to enter the Chili Contest by calling Carri at 862-1393. Winning chili recipes will receive gift certificates for first, second, and third places. Help is needed to set up the Community Center on Saturday November 10 at 3 pm. To volunteer or for more information please contact Paul Dulaney 262-862-7024 or Jeff at 862-1559.

December 2008 Christmas Party - This event is open to Lake Shangri-La paid members only. The fun starts at 6 PM with a pot luck dinner. Please bring a dish to pass (enough to feed your group.) Games, music, gifts for the children and a visit from Santa will be fun for the whole family. Volunteers are needed for this event. Children 12 and under can receive a gift from Santa, however each child must be pre-registered before Wednesday November 28th. PLEASE NOTE: the correct phone and email for the event chairwoman is: Sherri Ginter 262-222-3046 email ginter4@wi.rr.com or Kristy Coziol at 862-6804.

$5.00 registration fee is required to participate. This fee also enters participants into the main grand prize drawings. Fishermen must pre register and receive a wrist band to be eligible for prizes. Registration will take place at the Community Center, 22112 121st Street, Bristol, WI. from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Friday, January . Registration can also done Saturday and Sunday from 6 am to 4 pm in the Community Center, or at 2 registration points on the lake. Prizes will be awarded for largest game fish, and a special children's category for the very smallest pan fish

Food and beverage will be available for purchase in the Community Center. The Grand Prize Raffle prizes of $1000, $500, and $100 will be drawn Sunday at 5 pm. You do not have to fish or be present to win the cash drawing. Other raffles include a $300 Bass Pro Shops gift certificate, a shotgun or rifle, and more. Call Carol 262-862-2614 to purchase additional Derby tickets for the grand prizes. Bill at 262-862-2508 to donate prizes or help with the big wheel raffles. Patty 262-862-8049 or Ron 847-815-9441, to volunteer.

March Easter Egg Hunt - The fun starts at 10:30 AM at the Community Center. Coffee, juice, and donuts will be served. This activity is open to both residents and non-residents. If you would like your child (children) to attend, you must register your child and contribute 1 bag of candy per child. Please drop off candy before (bin will be provided). Please choose wrapped candy which will fit inside a plastic egg. Questions? Call Jill Barningham 862-1559

April Volunteer Appreciation Dinner.....by invitation only. Volunteers who have worked more than 8 hours are eligible. Please contact Jeff Barningham for more information jbarningham@wi.rr.com

April 15 - TAXES DUE If you need forms, instructions, publications, or tax information www.irs.gov or phone 1-800-829-1040

May Carp Derby Will be held on an "as needed" basis. Contact Joe for information at paychech@aol.com

May Weed Spraying 2009 Last years' results were dramatic and successful. The earlier spraying date, and targeting of Eurasian Milfoil beds specifically, was an important strategic shift in that we now view the lake as a whole. The DNR is in complete agreement with this approach. 2008 weed spraying will target curly leaf with Aquasol in the next few weeks. Weed control costs are paid for by $100 Homeowner's fees, event and raffle ticket sales, and donations.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will not allow weed control in areas with lily pads or coon tail. Weed control will consist of granule and liquid application in areas of heavy Eurasian Milfoil http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/invasives/fact/milfoil.htm. All lakefront homeowners are encouraged to hand rake areas within 30 feet of piers and remove weeds from the water. Please volunteer to serve on our Weed Management Team. Call Jeff 862-1559 or Bill 862-2508 or Joe 262-862-1439

July 4th, 2009 Boat Parade and Breakfast kicks off at 9:00 AM at the Community Center. Bring your friends and family and meet your neighbors at this annual event. Nominal charge for breakfast.

Please be a considerate neighbor - barking dogs, loud music, leaf blowers, and lawn mowing can be disturbing. Please maintain quiet between 10 P.M. and 7:30 A.M. in accordance with town ordinances. Please pick up after your dogs, including open areas and any area near mailboxes. Dogs should be kept on a leash at all times. Call the Village of Salem at 1-262-843-2313 with questions or problems.

NEW NEIGHBOR WELCOME COORDINATOR- Please contact our new welcome coordinator Kathy Secondi kathleensecondi@yahoo.com if you are a new resident or if you see new people moving into our neighborhood. Kathy will explain the importance of joining the Homeowners Association. There are many advantages, including getting to know your neighbors better through community activities. Homeowners Association Fee is $100 per year. Please make your check payable to Lake Shangri-La POA and mail to Carol Dittmer, 21744 118th St., Bristol, WI 53104 or phone 262-862-2614 for further information.

Public Information Officer Sgt. Gil Benn - Kenosha County Sheriff's Department - (262) 605-5133 or 605-5100 Main Office - (262) 605-5197 gbenn@co.kenosha.wi.us Your report will remain anonymous. The Lake Shangri-La Board offers an award of up to $500 for the arrest and conviction of anyone caught vandalizing or committing property damage in our neighborhood. Email thesmoke@wi.rr.com for further information.

"Officer Friendly" Deputy Ray Rowe also runs the D.A.R.E. program and is available to speak to groups. Contact Deputy Rowe at rrowe@co.kenosha.wi.rr.us or 262-605-5128

BEACH & GROUNDS -WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP KEEP OUR BEACHES AND GROUNDS BEAUTIFUL. Would you be interested in spending just a few hours a month to help pick up trash or to plant flowers at the stone gate entrance? Get a few friends together and help keep our neighborhood beautiful.

LOST AND FOUND Found-nice rod and reel by the association docks. Call Paul @ 862-7024 or 344-2859 to identify.

Please click the following link www.familywatchdog.us for registered sex offenders living in the area.

Kenosha County Division of Health Laboratory - 8600 Sheridan Road 262-605-670. Lake and well water testing is available for a $20 fee. The lake water was tested in April 2005 and passed with 31 E. coli colonies/100ml sample, way below the standard of less than 235 E. coli colonies/100ml.

2007 Pier Assignments: There is currently a waiting list. Contact Carri Johnson at cjohnson@c-sbillingcenter.com

Community Center- 22112 121st Street is available for your next party, wedding, anniversary, birthday, or meeting. The Center has a fully-equipped kitchen and bar, large seating capacity, and plenty of parking for any event. Rental rates are $100 for members and $200 for non-members. This includes a refundable key deposit/clean-up fee. Contact Renee Beja at 862-6256 for reservations.

Salem Town Hall 9814 Antioch Road, Salem (Rt. 83 and 98th Street) Hours: Monday - Friday 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Residents can pay property taxes, obtain building permits, pay utility bills, purchase dog licenses, vote, and attend Town Meetings at this location.

Parks Commission- 3rd Wednesday of the month, 7 P.M. Email our representative lkamin@sequoits.com. Larry is looking for suggestions for play equipment etc. for our beach park areas. Please contact Larry with your suggestions.

Waste and Recycling - Thursday morning each week (except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day) Contact Green Valley Disposal 800-924-2388 or 262-884-7080.

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources - DNR education programs help people of all ages understand and appreciate our state's natural resources. We invite you to learn how to use, protect, and conserve natural resources for today and future generations. To report a violation (ATV, snowmobile, boating, water, hunting or fishing) in progress call the free confidential hotline 24 hours a day at 800-847-9367.

www.Badgerlink.net newspaper articles and information site for Wisconsin residents

Kenosha County Center- Hwy. 45 & 50 provides immunizations, contraceptive services, and testing for strep throat, blood pressure, pregnancy, TB, STD, HIV, and AIDS. Call 262-605-6700 for further information.