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2007 Fall

Minutes of Blimp Meeting
on September 15,2007
at Davis Rec. Center Shady Nook

1. Opening Greeting Lee Willson

2. Attendance taken by Secretary Anne Willson 26 present (A quorum) with 9 Associations represented. No representation present from Shepard’s Island, Wyman Point and the River.

3. Lee discussed the lake treatment of June 13th which was considered a success. Nick Stadtfeld had comments on the follow up after treatment. A 95% improvement in Foy Cove etc.

4. Nick Stadtfeld talked on new findings during the summer of Milfoil especially by the dam and some also in Pickeral Cove they’ve had to dive on . Need to check Wyman Cove’s sample sent to biologists. Waiting for results. There is a need to mark milfoil sightings with something like noodles so divers will have something to go by.

5. Mike Kattman (Treasurer) gave the treasurers report. Balance toward next year $44,500.

6. Jack Enos gave a report on the net at the river. It had a new net this year and the net will be coming out in a couple of weeks. It worked very well very little milfoil found in the net.

7. Lee discussed the possibility of using the new chemical Renovate next year. The scheduled test at Winnipesaukee was canceled due to complaints from golf courses using water from the lake ? We are applying for permission to use our lake for Renovate treatment of 2008. Lee discussed this and explained procedures. A call for vote of approval with discussion first. Unanimous yes from all 9 associations present Need for additional treatment on south side of Stump Pond. Also new area’s in Loon Cove.

8. It is a go ahead for treatment with Renovate application and treatment.

9. Boat Inspections 260 boats inspected 4 found with Milfoil some from Ossipee Lake.

10. Lee and Anne on fund raisers. Shady Nook Raffle raised $712 Movie night raised $108 and Marina raised $200 on a concert. ( There will be an Auction next year at Shady Nook Davis Ctr. In July) We will be looking for donations of used and new things from all over the lake and will send out info in the spring.

11. There was discussion on some of the seminars showing alternative ways of treatment of milfoil. One was to suffocate it with barriers of tarps which also stifles natural plant growth needed for a healthy lake.

12. AWWA Results Alan Blanner wanted to know if there is anyone with erosion problems? Please call Alan (603-822-2673) or E-mail blanner@adelphia.net for information.

13. Possible Gravel Pit? Alernate Planning Board member John Tamaro answered questions and held discussion. Long Term Process will be over a year in the making. Public hearings will be required for permit . Denise Carpenter will be head of this for town of Newfield.

There is an important need to study the removal of water from Aqua Duct below us. A Proposal 30,000 to 50,000 cubic yard 1st application water extraction with more to come. There needs to be attention paid to this as a possibility in the near future,. It will affect all in the long run . Lee did forward a copy of article to Blimp Associates which shows some of the disadvantages to a communit;y . Need Reps from all towns to attend meetings about Aqua Fir? Need to support ordinances for the Town Meeting will do the voting and they need to hear from all the negatives. Bill Goodwin attended Wakefields interest and they are concerned about the watershed. In future all have to recognize negatives on all towns involved. John Tamaro will make info available about future action.

14. Dirt Bike problems and ATV’s. Many involved. Suggestions on how to handle this growing problem. Speed is the main concern for safety sake. Who’s responsible? Parents are also negligent. Wardens have been somewhat effective and police also helpful. Need to bring this to the parents attention. Call State Police if hazard continues.

15. Dam water issues. Some people spoke of their property damage walls collapsing, boat house off foundation etc. because of inconsistency in water levels especially in the spring. Many people from both ends of the lake are having problems. BLI MP will take this issue on and make efforts to remedy this. A line will (and has) been painted on the dam that will show winter and summer levels as they should be.

The Selectman in charge of the control of the dam Frank Demerit will have feedback from year round couple willing to monitor water level and keep a weekly log.

A vote was called for to pay the Bakers $250 for dates Nov. 1 thru May 30th. Unanimous in favor - no negatives. Lines to be painted and also to cut top board at some point next year. This needs approval from Selectman Newfield and Acton also DEP. Because of liability.

16. Weed Pullin Party will be announced earliest last week in Nov.latest first week in Dec. 2007 Questions call Nick Stadtfeld Vice President BLIMP 207-636-3194

Respectfully submitted; Anne Willson, Secretary Sept. 24, 2007