Lake Detroiters Association 2014 Newsletter

70th

ANNIVERSARY ANNUAL MEETING Detroit Lakes Pavilion

(1361 Washington Avenue )

Lake Detroiters Association (LDA)

P.O. Box 1310

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

info@lakedetroiters.com

www.lakedetroiters.com

Lake Detroiters

8:00-9:15 Pancake Breakfast & Exhibits 9:30 Meeting

Your Beach Captain Information:

Saturday - June 14, 2014

2014

“The Lake Detroiter”

(LDA Directory)

will be available

only at the LDA

Annual Meeting!

Lake Detroiter’s Mission:

“To promote the protection and enhancement of Detroit Lake”

Lake Detroiters Association (LDA) has been serving and protecting lake interests since 1944 and is one of the oldest organized lake groups in the area. 2014 marks the 70th year celebration of LDA. Our lake association is dedicated to maintain the quality of life in and on the waters of Big and Little Detroit Lakes and Deadshot Bay. If you haven’t already joined LDA please read on to see why it is important to do so, and why the organization is worthy of your support and membership. ►You preserve property values by protecting the lake eco-system - a healthy lake is an asset ► LDA advocates to protect our mile-long city beach which Detroit Lakes can boast is the only one in

Minnesota ►You have a voice in your concerns regarding the lake ► LDA represents lake concerns locally at the City Planning Commission, the Pelican River Watershed

District, Becker County meetings, Becker County Coalition of Lakes Association (COLA), and also at the state level where policy decisions are formulated that impact lake homeowners locally

►Members have free information and resources available such as shoreline landscaping, erosion control, water quality, and more

Lake Detroiters’ concerns itself with lake protection issues in St. Paul. Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Advocates (MLR) is a close partner with statewide Coalition of Lake Associations in order to be a larger voice for lake issues. With your membership and support LDA can better advocate for lake interests. Lake Detroiters’ Board of Directors meets every month, usually on the 2nd Thursday at 7AM in the Essentia meeting Room; North Campus in Detroit Lakes. These meetings are open to the public (contact a board member for details or visit the LDA website). Each year a spring newsletter is delivered to each of the 625 lakeshore property owners by 59 Beach Captains. Lake homeowners each belong to a Beach Neighborhood. View the lake map to help identify your Beach Neighborhood and contact your Beach Captain if you have lake concerns or questions. Lake Detroiters’ Association membership is open to every lakeshore property owner within 1,000 feet of Big and Little Detroit Lake and Deadshot Bay.

LDA keeps in touch with an up-to-date website and Facebook.

Take advantage of LDA’s website: www.lakedetroiters.com

Find LDA on ==> Lake Detroiters

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8:00 - 9:15 Pancakes and sausage, juice, coffee

$5/person by Knights of Columbus Bring the entire family for breakfast - kids welcomed 8:00 - 9:15 View “Lake Living” Exhibits Back by popular demand! 9:30 Meeting

Introductions

Mayor, Legislators, DNR, Commissioners, LDA Board

2013 in Review and 2014 Opportunities

Flowering Rush Update

ALL NEW 2014 “The Lake Detroiter”

ONLY AVAILABLE at the MEETING!

Keynote :: PROTECTING OUR NATURAL RESOURCES

DNR Enforcement; St. Paul

Colonel Ken Soring, Lieutenant Colonel

Rodmen Smith, and Major Phil Meier

2014 Budget Approval

Nominations/Election of New Board Members

Questions and Comments

Adjourn

2013 Annual Meeting Summary/Laurie Olson, Secretary full minutes available at the Annual Meeting

2014 Lake Detroiters Association Annual Meeting

Saturday; June 14th - - Historic Detroit Lakes Pavilion

President Barb Halbakken Fischburg called the meeting to order with nearly 100 present. John Madsen; University

of Mississippi was the keynote speaker. He highlighted the flowering rush research project on Detroit Lake and

how beneficial this work has been in obtaining the best treatment method for flowering rush. The public access

inspection program is underway again in 2013. 2,038 watercraft surveys (inspections) were completed in 2012 on

Detroit Lake. 50+ Beach Captains provided each lake homeowner with important lake information and encouraged

to join LDA. There are a total of 53 Neighborhood Beaches. Lake Detroiters is represented in Becker County and

statewide lake related issues. LDA continues to work closely with Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Advocates (they

work directly with legislators and other agencies) regarding Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) and other important lake

issues. Their work helps formulate awareness for better AIS programs. Tera Guetter and Dick Hecock reported

from the Pelican River Watershed District on the 2013 flowering rush treatment plans using Diquat. Homeowners

signed up for hand removal of flowering rush in small areas on near-shore areas. New Board of Directors were

elected: Judie Cherry and Lois Solheim. Laurie Olson and Reneé Alsop agreed to renew board positions and were

re-elected. All terms are for 3 years. The meeting adjourned and a demonstration followed in the City Park by

DNR Enforcement officers and their zebra mussel sniffing canines. These canines are trained to detect zebra mussels on watercraft quicker and more efficiently than humans!

2013 Annual Meeting

DL Pavilion

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~ ~ DOOR PRIZE DRAWINGS ~ ~

Letter From the President

Welcome to the lake for the summer - or welcome summer to the lake!

LDA accomplished much in 2013; membership is up over 50% of Detroit Lake homeowners, flowering

rush has been significantly reduced, and over 2,000 watercraft were inspected at the public accesses last

year, reducing the risk of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) infestation.

LDA represents Detroit Lake interests at city, county, watershed district, and state meetings dealing

with Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS), public accesses, boat inspections, and zoning issues. With over 800

Facebook friends, and thousands of hits on our data-filled website, LDA is a “go to” organization for

Detroit Lake and community information. LDA continues to work with the Pelican River Watershed

District and the City of DL to support flowering rush research and control, shoreland protection, and

to find ways homeowners can make changes and yet protect critical landscapes. 2013 was a very good

year. So now what?

LDA will be looking for new ways to protect our lake resources and continue building on programs

already in place. How can the lake be effectively and efficiently shielded from new Aquatic Invasive

Species entering the lake? How can we prevent runoff and contaminants from upsetting the natural

eco-system to maintain a healthy lake? How can the native fishery be maintained to continue Detroit

Lakes as a tourist attraction that supports our community’s livelihood?

Please consider contacting me to help out on small projects. The LDA Board of Directors could use

more of the talent around the lake. Maybe it is you?

Lake Detroiters is a growing and engaged association. Our new website and email system lets us use

technology and social media to engage homeowners and community with timely information. The

Business Sponsorship Program links our lake community and business community.

I am grateful for the engaged LDA homeowners!

Barb Halbakken Fischburg

barb@lakedetroiters.com

Board of Directors and Terms

Officers

President ………. Barb Halbakken Fischburg ……………. 2012 to 2015

Vice President …. Dennis Fuhrman………………………. 2011 to 2014

Secretary ………. Laurie Olson ………………………….. 2013 to 2016

Treasurer ………. Reneé Alsop …………………………... 2013 to 2016

Board of Directors

Doug Anselmin (2011-2014) Carol Bergren (2011-2014)

Judie Cherry (2014-2017) Sue Disse (2012-2015)

Dick Hecock (2011-2014) Julie Herman (2012-2015)

Ryan Manke (2012-2015) Lois Solheim (2014-2017)

Dave Welte (2011-2014) Page 4

Importance in Choosing a Lake Service Provider & Public Access Program

Becker County DNR Permitted Lake Service Providers (May 2014)

Business Name

First

Name

Last

Name

At Ease Dock & Lift, Inc. John Drewes

Baechcombers Beachcleaning Steve Olson

Bear Paw Resort Joel Hays

Breezy Point Resort Cyrus Gust

Bucks Shoreline and Handyman Trent Buck

Dan & Karen Mulari Karen Mulari

Detroit Power Sports Josh Blake

EDS MARINE AND STORAGE Ed Kava

End of the Road Resort Steve Hedlund

En-of-Trail Resort John Kubat

High Pines Resort Raymond Vlasak

Holiday Inn on the Lake Douglas Anselmin

J & K Marine Chris Denardo

J & K Marine Tim Sweeney

Jims Custom Lake Service Jim Thorsvig

Krause Repair Matt Krause

Kujawa Fiberglass Repair Inc Paul Kujawa

Lakecrest Resort Dan Berg

Lakes Lawn and Dock Service Roger Ruliffson

Lakes Marine and Recreation Tanner Noonan

Lakes Pace, LLC Jessica Stuewe

Landscapes and Beyond Caleb Olson

Lee Michael Horstmann Lee Horstmann

Mclaughlins RV and Marine Steve Buchta

Moore dock and lift service Joshua Moore

Murph's Home Maintenance Jeff Murphy

N & R Docks & Lifts Anthony Nistler

Orth Landscaping /Hewitt Docks Lifts Ryan Orth

R & R Groundskeeping of DL, Inc Randy Gravelle

RainMan LLC Kent Disse

Rick Nelson Lake Service Rick Nelson

RMB Environmental Laboratories, Inc. Tim Randt

RMB Laboratories Emelia Hauck

Savig Docks Construction Allan Savig

Seaberg Pwer Sports Lowell Seaberg

Serentiy Bay Resort Kevin Niemann

T.S. Dock & Lift Service Todd Simison

Tim Nelson Tim Nelson

Tri-State Diving Gary Thompson

Two Inlets Resort Bob Bateman

Webber Dock and Lift Keith Skalin

Whaleys Resort Peter McEwen

Wilderness Bay Resort Mike Pfeifer

Peter Hildebrand

Benjamin Huso

Chace Roquette

James Heller

William Purington

Lake Detroiters continues to advocate for lake protection from Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) by advocating inspecting watercraft prior to launch. This is the best protection against new invasives becoming introduced in a lake. This is the 4th year of LDA’s AIS public access program. The 2013 Watercraft Inspection Program Summary included 2,058 surveys (inspections) were conducted on Detroit Lake public accesses by Darby and Rick. Overall the Rossman access watercraft were more recreational in nature and the South access attracted more fishing type watercraft. 45% of the watercraft were licensed in ND, 60% from MN, 7% other states, and 3% were undetermined. Please thank City Council members, Mayor Matt Brenk, and the City for funding this program. Becker County assists as the fiscal agent and provided AIS Deputies to supplement our public access staffing. LDA is grateful for their continued support and understanding the value in protecting our community and county lake resources. Observers at the accesses identified fewer than 3% of the boats entering Detroit were in violation of MN AIS laws. That of course is likely due to the heavy amount of local focus on AIS. LDA will continue the inspection program in 2014 at the public accesses which is financially subsidized by the City of Detroit Lakes. Proposed legislation, if passed, could bring AIS program changes in 2015. At the time of this publication the Legislature is still in session and definite outcomes will be available at the Annual Meeting, June 14th. It is important to maintain vigilance for any new AIS introduction in Detroit Lake. AIS not yet in Minnesota, but could be introduced, are far worse than AIS already in here. These include hydrilla, northern snakehead, Asian clam and others. Anyone with guests arriving with watercraft that have recently been in other waters should take caution and make sure no weeds are attached and the watercraft is DRY inside and out including all nooks and crannies. Anchor ropes, live wells, etc. are where water is not easily drained. Wake board boats are the highest risk watercraft because of the ballast tanks. Extreme caution should be taken to totally drain or use 140⁰ water for 10 seconds which kills most all AIS.

Public Access Watercraft Inspection Program

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Boating in Minnesota has become part of our recreational heritage for residents and tourists. Nationally, Minnesota is known as the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”.

Here are some important points to know when operating or enjoying our MN lakes:

Licensure - All motorized and non-motorized watercraft in

Minnesota must be licensed by the MN DNR. That includes stand up paddleboards, canoes, kayaks and inflatable craft. Non-motorized watercraft ten feet in length or less do not have to be permitted. NOTE: Watercraft licensed in another state have a 90-day in-state limitation before the watercraft is required to be licensed in Minnesota.

Life Jacket Requirements - All boats, regardless of

length (including canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddleboards) are required to have a readily accessible US Coast Guard approved life jacket for each person on board. Throwable devices such as cushions, are no longer acceptable primary lifesaving devices. Life jackets must be worn on personal watercraft (wave runners, jet skis etc) and children under 10. Some infants are too small for any life jacket, even though the label may say 0-30 lbs. In general, babies under 6 months or 16 lbs. are too small for a life jacket to be effective.

Buoys/No Wake Zones - Buoys are placed in Detroit Lake in the swimming area of the City

Beach and at the channel between Big and Little Detroit Lakes by the Becker County Sheriff Dept. “No wake zones” are in force at the City Beach, channel, and from the beginning of the narrows entering Deadshot Bay from Big Detroit (by Long Bridge Marina and Bar) thru passage into Deadshot Bay.

“Slow - No Wake” means operating your boat at the slowest possible speed necessary to maintain steerage, but in no case greater than five miles-per-hour. Private markers/buoys of any type cannot be placed in the water overnight without a permit from the Becker County Sheriff.

Fire Extinguishers - Some watercraft are required to have one or more fire extinguisher

onboard. All personal watercraft are required to have extinguishers. Check pg.20 2014 MN DNR Boating Guide.

Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) - The alcohol concentration for impaired operation

is .08. LDA recommends boating safety and safely.

Diver’s Flag - A red and white striped diver’s flag indicates scuba divers are diving in the area and

all watercraft must remain 150 feet away from a flag.

Inspection Handbook - Every Detroit Lake Homeowner received a copy of the

Inspection Handbook. It outlines the recommendations to prevent the further spread of AIS. Please use it as a reference guide. Lake Detroiters thanks the Pelican River Watershed, City of Detroit Lakes and Becker County for providing this booklet.

NOTE: It is illegal to sit on the front of the pontoon while the watercraft is in motion.

Boating Safety and “Good to Know” Information

Each LDA Homeowner should have received a copy of the Inspection & Cleaning Guidelines for boats, pontoons, personal watercraft, wake board boats and more to prevent the further spread of AIS. A copy can also be found on the Lake Detroiters website.

The items listed are only

guidelines and the DNR website

should be consulted for more detailed Information.

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How can Shoreland Landscaping Help Protect the Quality of the Lake?

Becker County has hired part-time law enforcement

personnel to work public lake accesses throughout

Becker County. Again this year Becker County will

work in partnership with lake associations, cities and

townships to provide Lake Access Ambassadors to

help prevent the further spread of AIS in Becker

County lakes. The AIS Advisory Panel is completing

an AIS prevention management plan. Becker County

is also working in partnership with the Red River

Basin Commission to develop a regional AIS

prevention program. Lake Detroiters is grateful for

the support of the Becker County Commission and

staff.

Before: Fall 2012 Planting: June 2013 In 2013 the Becker Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) started a new program to specifically assist shoreland owners with restoration and naturalization of their shorelines. When completed these projects give back to the community by providing healthy water, improved fish and wildlife habitat and storm water management. Becker SWCD offers both technical and financial assistance to landowners who wish to voluntarily restore or protect their shorelines. Our experienced Shoreland Specialist and skilled technicians are here to provide assistance in the design, plant selection and maintenance of your site, offering complete project guidance from start to finish. Native buffers add beauty containing a variety of plants that offer an array of colors and textures throughout the seasons. Please contact Becker SWCD at 218-846-7360 with any questions.

Bank Stabilization and Water Quality go hand

in hand with improving lake quality

Native plants have dense, deep intertwined root systems that physically strengthen soil & stabilize banks from erosion. During wet periods plants remove excess moisture adding resistance to erosion or slumping. Deep rooted vegetation intercepts rain water runoff by slowing it down and filtering out much of the nutrients, soil particles and other pollutants.

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Aquatic Plant Research, Treatments, Programs, Education

Flowering Rush Research Treatments – In 2013, the Pelican River Watershed District

(PRWD) increased the number of treated acres in Detroit Lake and conducted treatments in early June and August. The District contracted with Mississippi State University group to oversee the treatments and assess its effectiveness. During open water season last year, significant visual plant reduction was noted by the residents of Detroit Lakes and tourists. Water recreationalists also voiced that flowering rush was less visible on the lake last summer. The District plans to continue the research in 2014. More detailed information will be available at the Annual Meeting.

Roadside Aquatic Plant Pickup - Each summer (late May to late September) the Pelican River Watershed

District has a weekly roadside aquatic plant pick-up program around Big and Little Detroit and Deadshot Bay. Lakeshore owners should place their raked aquatic plant material from their beach and place curbside (not on the road, as it poses a safety hazard) for pick up by the PRWD. Please note: Only lake plant material will be picked up. NO leaves, tree branches, NO garbage allowed. The scheduled pick-up day varies due to weather, but usually occurs on Tuesdays. For more information check the PRWD website www.prwd.org or call the office 218-846-0436.

Rice Lake Wetland Restoration Project Update – This project is designed to reduce phosphorus loading

in Big Detroit Lake. (One pound of phosphorus can feed the growth of over 500 pounds of algae). The Pelican River begins at the outlet of Little Floyd Lake and passes through a partially drained wetland area (Rice Lake wetland) before it outlets into Big Detroit Lake in the North Shore Drive area. Rice Lake wetland was ditched back in the early 1900’s, however due to low topography gradients in this area, the ditch never performed as designed and the wetland was only partially drained. Wetlands usually function as nutrient “sinks” and are considered natural water filters, however when they are changed (ditched), they can become nutrient “sources”, which is what is currently happening in the wetland. During the summer months, up to 3,000 pounds of phosphorus is carried out of the wetland and into Detroit Lake. Through a number of research studies, the District determined significant phosphorus loading could be reduced by raising the water levels in the wetland and restoring its original functionality. Over the past several years, the District has been working with area landowners to acquire flowage easements and the Natural Resource Conservation Service, MN Department of Natural Resources, City of Detroit Lakes, and Detroit Township to design and build the required water control structures. Project designs are almost completed and it is anticipated construction will being in Spring 2015.

Education – The District recently updated its Aquatic Invasive Species Display Board for educational events.

The new board reviews invasive plants and animals, equipment cleaning techniques, and a Flowering rush historical timeline. Aquatic Invasive Species in Detroit lake are flowering rush, curly-leaf pondweed, and Chinese Mystery snail. Others that are nearby are Eurasian water milfoil, zebra mussels, faucet snail, and spiny water flea. The PRWD also stresses the importance of checking and cleaning off all equipment, draining all water from compartments, pulling drain plugs, and thoroughly drying/disinfecting before moving to another lake or river. Staff continue to work with area schools and outdoor events on storm water management and Aquatic Invasive Species topics.

Revised Management Plan Update – During 2014-15, PRWD is updating the 10-year water management

plan (RMP). The District will be seeking public input from residents, business owners, and interested citizens on District programs such as monitoring, rules (changes along shoreline, impervious surface coverage, storm water management), and drainage. The RMP is the District’s “roadmap” which prioritizes activities and programs for the next ten years. Lake Detroiters encourage lake homeowners to participate in this update process. Please call the District for more details.

Curly-Leaf Pondweed - 2013 was a particularly light year for curly-leaf pondweed (CLP) in Detroit Lake. CLP

begins actively growing quite early in the season, consequently reaching maturity in late June to mid July before breaking off and finding its way shoreward. With the exceptionally late ice off last year, conditions may have favored native plants like chara and hardstem bulrush. The harvester was not used at all in 2013 for CLP removal on the lake.

Purge the Pelican - In September 2013 the PRWD held an event to clean the Pelican River of debris. The river

is a primary tributary to Big Detroit Lake and the cleanliness and health of this river is directly tied to water quality entering this important regional resource. Old car tires, plastic shopping bags, signs, pallets, and car batteries were removed by a group of volunteers. LDA thanks the PRWD for another project to protect our lake resources and for

Pelican River Watershed District Update - Including Flowering Rush Tera Guetter; Administrator www.prwd.org 218-846-0436

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Under Minnesota law, aquatic plants growing in public waters are the property of the state. Because of their value to the lake ecosystem, they may not be destroyed or transplanted unless authorized by the MN DNR. Any control of aquatic vegetation, either native species (cattails, bulrush, coontail etc) or non-native (flowering rush, curly leaf pondweed) or the control of other aquatic nuisances (swimmer’s itch) falls under the regulatory authority of the MN DNR.

Permit is required to: remove submerged vegetation in an area of more than 2,500 square feet or an area exceeding 50 feet along the shoreline or one-half the owner’s total frontage, whichever is less. apply herbicides, algicides or other pesticides in public waters remove water lilies or other flowating0leaf vegetation in an area exceeding a 15-foot wide channel remove cattails, bulrush, wild rice, or other emergent plants by any means move a bog of any size that is free-floating or lodged in any area other than its original location transplant aquatic plants in public water Install or operate an automated plant control device such as a Crary WeedRoller.

Vegetation that is cut or pulled must be immediately and permanently removed from the water and disposed of on high ground where it will not re-enter the lake. Any work in the bed of public waters (below the ordinary high water level), such as dredging, filling, draining, and placement of structures requires a DNR permit. NOTE: The items listed are only guidelines and the DNR website should be consulted for more detailed information

MLR’s sole focus is protecting Minnesota’s lakes. Lakes are the foundation of Minnesota’s culture and economy - we are the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”. MLR is the only group doing this work. For 20+ years MLR has gotten measurable results. MLR’s work is funded 100% by memberships from from folks that care about protecting our treasured lakes. During the 2014 Legislative session MLR is advancing Aquatic Invasive Species measures such as:

$10 million in County Program Aid with a goal in mind to not burden local taxpayers for protecting public waters and additionally to prevent the spread of invasive species at all access sites. Legacy Fund has recommended a $4 million investment for AIS pilot projects Changes to the Delegation Agreements for local governments by making them more flexible DNR and DOT to begin designing a system to use Wayside Rest Areas for AIS education,

inspection and decontamination. MLR has submitted an abstract for a two day seminar at the Upper Midwest Invasive Species Conference, October 20-22, 2014 in Duluth that would bring in National AIS experts to present already successful local AIS programs. On day two, county officials and other government units to work through a facilitated process that will provide a Local AIS Action Framework (LAAF) for counties while implementing some statewide program consistency. For those who love lakes, this will be a "can't miss" event.

In 2009 MLR committed to funding and implementing a comprehensive statewide strategy to stop the spread of all AIS. We organized lake home owners into a grassroots base, participated in legislative summits, generated tens of thousands of direct constituent correspondence to legislators and engaged professional year round lobbying in St. Paul. The additional funding, inspection authority, increased penalties for AIS violators are the result. MLR has made a difference for lake protection. But there is much more to do. MLR members protect a simple Minnesotan value - time spent with family and friends at the lake. Join MLR and take action to protect the lake place that is so important to you and your family. The simple truth is that what happens in St. Paul does impact us at the end of our docks. Join us in this work and become an MLR member today. www.mnlakesandrivers.org

Aquatic Plants and Permits www.dnr.state.mn.us

Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Advocates (MLR) Mission :

“To protect Minnesota’s lake and river heritage for current and future generations by forging powerful links between lakes, lake advocates and policy makers.”

Jeff Forester; Executive Director cell: 612-961-6144

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LDA is celebrating a one-year anniversary of its newly expanded website that provides a vast amount of resource information: www.lakedetroiters.com Lake Detroiters is also on Facebook and has over 800 “friends”

visit us at: Lake Detroiters

Please use these social media as tools to keep current on issues that are pertinent to Detroit Lake and our community.

Lake Detroiters Resources

The South Shore access (owned and operated by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources) is scheduled to be enlarged, updated, and redesigned. The preliminary design was disclosed in the Fall of 2013. A new design incorporating comments from the fall meeting has not been completed yet. The next steps are to prepare the site for development, hopefully sometime in 2015 and possibly beginning this winter. The initial work would include building demolition and tree removal based upon the site design. Additional property adjacent to the current site had been previously purchased. The layout will be designed to better accommodate a watercraft cleaning and staging area for Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS). On the North Shore, west of the Holiday Inn, there continues to be discussions about acquiring more property in order to design a new public access in that area, replacing the existing access which is to the east of the Holiday Inn. Currently that access is owed by the City of Detroit Lakes but with recent land acquisitions that may change. Approximately 1.8 acres have been purchased by the Department of Natural Resources. At this time, there is no prediction on when this may formulate into more of a reality. In both cases, Lake Detroiters continues to be involved to provide valuable information in design and execution of these two projects.

Detroit Lake Public Access Projects

LDA Sweatshirt by Lakeshirts will be available for $40 at the Annual Meeting. Same fabulous fit as last year. They will be available only at the Annual Meeting and there is a limited supply so contact a Board member or info@lakedetroiters.com to pre-order - there will be a limited supply. COLOR: Bone with White Smoke printing SIZES: Small to 2X Great weight for year round wear - especially for the evening boat cruise or early morning - and don’t forget the evenings around the bonfire! Great gift idea too! Sweatshirt photo on LDA website

Any building projects including houses, garages, additions, decks, patios, re-roofing, sidewalks or driveways require a building permit from the City of Detroit Lakes. Applications are available at the City

Administration Building, 1025 Roosevelt Avenue or online: www.cityweb.lakesnet.net Residential lots in the shoreland district must meet the following regulations.

Sideyard Setback – 10 feet Rear Yard Setback – 30 feet Setback from Ordinary High Water Mark (OHW) 75 feet Impervious Surface Coverage – 25 percent

If you have questions about a building project please contact: Larry Remmen; City of DL at 218-846-7125.

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70th Anniversary

Building Projects in the City of Detroit Lakes

Lake Detroiter Proud!

Sucker Creek Preserve

City of Detroit Lakes Heartland Trail Project

West Lake Drive Project

Initial West Lake Drive discussions to improve stormwater runoff have stalled. It was reported by City Engineer, Jon Pratt at the City of Detroit Lakes Economic Development Summit on March 19, 2014: “There have been discussions between City and County, but there are no plans, nor is there a timetable”.

Detroit Lakes Heartland Trail Project Goals:

To develop a long range guide to help promote Detroit Lakes as a community to not only grow up in but to grow old

To create safe family pedestrian and non-motorized pathways developing a friendly, healthy community lifestyle

To promote our economic strengths and business-friendly environment keeping Detroit Lakes as a destination community

The Detroit Lakes segment of the Heartland Trail would link to the Minnesota Heartland Trail at Park Rapids to

Detroit Lakes and Moorhead, connecting the counties of Hubbard, Becker and Clay; including the communities of Park

Rapids, Osage, Wolf Lake, Frazee, Detroit Lakes, Audubon, Lake Park, Hawley, Glyndon, Dilworth and Moorhead.

The City Council is utilizing Food & Beverage tax funds to supplement state bonding money ($310,000) and will build

approximately 1 mile of the trail from the overlook on Big Detroit Lake to McKinley (near Holiday Gas station). This

will be completed this summer of 2014. The box culvert under Highway 10 was completed in 2013 and used by

snowmobilers this past winter. Currently, the Heartland Trail is in the Governor’s bonding bill ($3.1M) and if the money

is approved by the legislature, the project could start in the fall of 2014 going East from the box culvert on Highway 10

to Frazee. The City of Detroit Lakes Public Works Director; Brad Green, is coordinating this project.

"The mission of the board of Sucker Creek Preserve is to restore, preserve and maintain the native

biodiversity of the Preserve for the education and enjoyment of all visitors."

Mineral springs and a woodsy creek leading to the mouth of Sucker Creek at Big Detroit Lake

are the focal point of this 117 acre native woods gem of northwest Minnesota. Accessible paths,

unimproved trails, marshwalks, trout stream, amphitheater and interpretive signs coalesce to

embrace and expand one's senses in new, restful nature learning. Conserved for all persons:

children, youth, students, adults, and groups of all ages, find a perfect learning lab for the natural

world. Sucker Creek Preserve (64.24 acres): Located east of Detroit Lakes on Highway 10, turn

south on 290th Avenue, go 3/10 mile. Upstream Sucker Creek: walk across 290th.

Lake Detroiters supports Sucker Creek Preserve and has sponsored a permanent sign at

Sucker Creek Preserve.

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Visit Lake Detroiters Association Website www.lakedetroiters.com

Questions? info@lakedetroiters.com

The Annual Detroit Lakes spring clean-up before the ice melts by Fargo-Moorhead Muskies Inc. members. Lake Detroiters are very grateful for another great clean-up job

again this year!

HOMEOWNER

BEACH REPAIR

The general case is that homeowners need a Pelican River Watershed District permit to make alterations to the natural condition of the shore impact zone (37 feet from lake on Detroit, 50 feet from lake on Deadshot Bay). However, if the only result of the ice-action is a mound of sand that can be re-distributed by hand tools, no permit will be required. If mechanical equipment is used, or if beach debris includes pieces of cement, retaining walls, railroad ties, or stone, a permit will be required.

If there is any doubt, call the Pelican River

Watershed District at 846-0436 for more

specific information.

Minnesota Phosphorus Lawn Fertilizer Law

What to look for!

Minnesota’s Phosphorus Lawn Fertilizer Law, was

enacted to reduce over-enrichment of rivers, lakes,

and wetlands with the nutrient phosphorus.

Excessive phosphorus in surface water leads to an

overabundance of algae and other aquatic plants. Look for the middle number: The three

numbers on a fertilizer container lists its percent

nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium content, in

that order. A zero in the middle means a

phosphorus-free fertilizer. Lawns mowed at 2.5 – 3” improves health of

lawn structure

Why Are Raingardens Beneficial?

First and foremost, raingardens provide attractive landscaping that can turn drainage or erosion problems into beauty for your yard. But they also provide benefits to our communities, streams, and lakes in the process.

Becker SWCD has partnered with Blue Thumb to promote native plants, raingardens, and shoreline plantings to improve water quality. Blue Thumb has excellent information on raingarden and native garden designing. Their website is: BlueThumb.org

Contact Becker County Shoreline Specialist for available native plant material, raingardens and native buffers information at 218-846-7360

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Lake Related Questions: info@lakedetroiters.com Lake Detroiters website: www.lakedetroiters.com City of Detroit Lakes: www.ci.detroit-lakes.mn.us

Becker County www.co.becker.mn.us

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources: www.dnr.state.mn.us

DNR Wetlands Resource Enforcement Officer - Joseph Stattelman 218-847-9038

DNR Conservation Officer - Chris Vinton - 218-334-3464

Pelican River Watershed District: www.PRWD.org Make this site a “favorite” for info regarding: Flowering Rush treatment schedule Ice damage information and permits Water quality data on Detroit Lake Road side aquatic plant pickup schedule Rain garden fact sheet Use the District’s aerial map to zoom in on your neighborhood

Becker County Soil & Water Conservation District: www.co.becker.mn.us/dept/soil_water/

Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce: www.visitdetroitlakes.com Minnesota Lakes and Rivers Advocates (MLR): www.mnlakesandrivers.org

100

th Meridian cooperation of agencies to stop AIS spread: www.100thmeridian.org

Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC): www.maisrc.umn.edu

Stop Asian Carp Coalition: www.stopcarp.org

Minnesota Environmental Congress: www.mn.gov/EnvironmentalCongress

Minnesota Legislative Information: www.leg.state.mn.us

Noteworthy Contact Information

HOW to CONTACT ELECTED OFFICIALS THAT REPRESENT YOU:

US Senator Amy Klobuchar senator.klobuchar@senate.gov

US Senator Al Franken senator.franken@senate.gov

Governor Mark Dayton mark.dayton@state.mn.us

Senator Kent Eken (District 4) sen.kent.eken@senate.mn

Representative Paul Marquart (District 04B) rep.paul.marquart@house.mn

Becker County Commissioner Ben Grimsley (District 2) bdgrims@co.becker.mn.us

Mayor Matt Brenk mbrenk@arvig.net

City Council http://cityweb.lakesnet.net/government/electionsvoting/ for council members representing

your neighborhood

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2014 Beach Captain Roster ... Find Your Beach Neighborhood & Beach Captain

Lake Detroiters Association (LDA) has enhanced the Beach

Captain program in order to facilitate interaction and communication

among all beach neighborhood lake homeowners, LDA officers, and board

members. This approach facilitates an association

face-to-face contact between representatives of LDA and residents of

the lake.

Carol Bergren chaired the 2014 LDA Beach Captain Program. 59 Beach Captains are

leading the 2014 efforts and will be contacting each homeowner with important information

about the lake.

Janine Schneider is the 2014 Assistant Beach Captain Chair and will

assume the Chair position June 15, 2014.

Please contact Carol or

Janine if you have a question about the Beach

Captain program or do not know your Beach Neighborhood name.

cbergren@hotmail.com

218-847-4126

janinerschneider@gmail.com

218-847-8145

2014

LAKE DETROITERS BEACH CAPTAIN

PROGRAM

BEACH NAME ADDRESSES BEACH CAPTAIN

WEST LAKE DRIVE #1 302-408 West Lake Drive Jane Spaeth

WEST LAKE DRIVE #2 410-502 West Lake Drive Opal Rogstad

WEST LAKE DRIVE #3 608-716 West Lake Drive Bonnie Helm

LEGION 918-996 West Lake Drive Julie Herman

BOWMAN 1000-1064 West Lake Drive Jim Langemo

VILLA LANE #1 1052 West Lake Drive Lyle Dahl

VILLA LANE #2 1010-1085 Villa Lane/1041-1069 Highwood Circle Janine Schneider

WEST SHORE #1 1070-1116 West Lake Drive Char McKenzie & Kathy Mitchell

WEST SHORE #2 1135-1201 West Lake Drive Sandra & Sonja Taves

PELICAN OUTLET 1209-1590 West Lake Drive Deb/Brad Wimmer

NODAWAY #1 1594-1648 Long Bridge Road Tom Disse

NODAWAY #2 1656-1736 Long Bridge Road Cheryl Chivers

SUNSET BEACH#1 102-156 Shorewood Drive John Ekern

SUNSET BEACH #2 162-210 Shorewood Drive Betty Cook

SUNSET BEACH #3 216-268 Shorewood Drive Ruth Olson

SUNSET BEACH #4 270-298 Shorewood Drive Laurie Olson

CITY VIEW #1 302-500 Shorewood Drive Carol Bergren

CITY VIEW #2 504-640 Shorewood Drive Julie Raphael

COX'S POINT 650-720 Shorewood Drive John Cox

WILDWOOD 724-814 Shorewood Drive Joann Knapp

WHITE CLOVER #1 820-834 Shorewood Dr/840-858 White Clover Beach Rd Ed Welke

WHITE CLOVER #2 864-902 White Clover Beach Road Ed VanHall

TAYLORS POINT 1071 Shorewood Dr/2028-2053 Long Bridge Rd Jack Chivers

DEADSHOT ESTATES 1974-1925 Long Bridge Road Linda Wiedmann

DEADSHOT NORTH #1 13885-14315 260th Ave/14325-14351 No Deadshot Ln Colin Gedrose

DEADSHOT NORTH #2 1849-1921 Bridgeview Blvd. Ryan Manke

DEADSHOT SOUTH #1 433-446 Deadshot Circle/2111-2132 Memory Lane Cookie Friesen

DEADSHOT SOUTH #2 2107-2186 Shady Lane/2190-2194 Sunrise Lane Cookie Friesen

WILDERNESS 2208 - 2241 Wilderness Trail Matt Friesen

NASON BAY #1 400-521 South Shore Drive Mary Green

NASON BAY #2 524-576 South Shore Drive Connie & Bob Collins

SOUTH SHORE #1 602-664 South Shore Drive Ordean Olson

SOUTH SHORE #2 668-720 South Shore Drive Ginny Imholte

SOUTH SHORE #3 726-766 South Shore Drive Lee Ask

SOUTH SHORE #4 772-820 South Shore Drive Lois Solheim

SUCKER CREEK #1 826-900 South Shore Drive Mona Streyle

SUCKER CREEK #2 904-962 South Shore Drive Nancy Henke

SUCKER CREEK #3 1000-1062 South Shore Drive Patti Corwin

SUCKER CREEK #4 1070-1124 South Shore Drive Rob Kost

BURRITT #1 1130-1176 South Shore Drive Maureen Karsnia

BURRITT #2 1208-1268 South Shore Drive Dick Alsop

BURRITT #3 1274-1336 South Shore Drive Ron Sprafka

BURRITT #4 1342-1384 South Shore Drive Judy Stowman

EAST SHORE #1 1836-1800 East Shore Drive Ruth Gunderson

EAST SHORE #2 1792-1748 East Shore Drive Carl Fingalson

EAST SHORE #3 1740-1664 East Shore Drive Judie Cherry

OX CART #1 1658-1594 East Shore Drive Karen Hagen

OX CART #2 1586-1536 East Shore Drive Cheri Bergien

OX CART #3 1530-1492 East Shore Drive Cindy Fritz

POKEGAMA #1 1452-1342 East Shore Drive Vicki Johnson

POKEGAMA #2 1332-1240 East Shore Drive David Birchem

OVERLOOK #1 1141-1067 North Shore Drive Amy Stearns

OVERLOOK #2 1059-911 North Shore Drive Kim Green

NORTH SHORE 907-743 North Shore Drive Kathy Holland

BREEZY POINT #1 739-609 North Shore Drive Dick Hecock

BREEZY POINT #2 607-501 North Shore Drive RoxAnn Lindquist

PARK 421-401 North Shore Drive Jean Benson

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WEST LAKE DRIVE #1 Jane Spaeth WEST LAKE DRIVE #2 Opal Rogstad WEST LAKE DRIVE #3 Bonnie Helm LEGION Julie Herman BOWMAN Jim Langemo VILLA LANE #1 Lyle Dahl VILLA LANE #2 Janine Schneider WEST SHORE #1 Char McKenzie & Kathy Mitchell WEST SHORE #2 Sandra & Sonja Taves PELICAN OUTLET Deb/Brad Wimmer NODAWAY #1 Tom Disse NODAWAY #2 Cheryl Chivers SUNSET BEACH#1 John Ekern SUNSET BEACH #2 Betty Cook SUNSET BEACH #3 Ruth Olson SUNSET BEACH #4 Laurie Olson CITY VIEW #1 Carol Bergren CITY VIEW #2 Julie Raphael COX'S POINT John Cox WILDWOOD Joann Knapp WHITE CLOVER #1 Ed Welke WHITE CLOVER #2 Ed VanHall TAYLORS POINT Jack Chivers DEADSHOT ESTATES Linda Wiedmann DEADSHOT NORTH #1 Colin Gedrose DEADSHOT NORTH #2 Ryan Manke DEADSHOT SOUTH #1 Matt Friesen DEADSHOT SOUTH #2 Cookie Friesen WILDERNESS Matt Friesen

NASON BAY #1 Mary Green NASON BAY #2 Connie & Bob Collins SOUTH SHORE #1 Odean Olson SOUTH SHORE #2 Ginny Imholte SOUTH SHORE #3 Lee Ask SOUTH SHORE #4 Lois Solheim SUCKER CREEK #1 Mona Streyle SUCKER CREEK #2 Nancy Henke SUCKER CREEK #3 Patti Corwin SUCKER CREEK #4 Rob Kost BURRITT #1 Maureen Karsnia BURRITT #2 Dick Alsop BURRITT #3 Ron Sprafka BURRITT #4 Judy Stowman EAST SHORE #1 Ruth Gunderson EAST SHORE #2 Carl Fingalson EAST SHORE #3 Judie Cherry OX CART #1 Karen Hagen OX CART #2 Cheri Bergien OX CART #3 Cindy Fritz POKEGAMA #1 Vicki Johnson POKEGAMA #2 David Birchem OVERLOOK #1 Amy Stearns OVERLOOK #2 Kim Green NORTH SHORE Kathy Holland BREEZY POINT #1 Dick Hecock BREEZY POINT #2 RoxAnn Lindquist PARK Jean Benson CITY

2014 Beach Captain Roster

Lake Map and Neighborhood Beaches

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