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August 29, 2014

Trout Valley News

Issue # 78

Trout Valley Association News

2013 Annual Meeting

Sunday, September 21, 2014

7:00 p.m. at the Barn

All residents are encouraged to attend! If you cannot attend, there are instructions for submitting your voting proxy via mail before the September 21st.

The Annual Meeting Packet should have arrived in your mailbox by now.

Enclosed in the packet were the following:

Annual Meeting Agenda
Proxy for voting for new members of the TVA Board of Directors
Biographies of residents running for board positions
Information on Golf Cart Usage in TV
2014-2015 TVA Budget
2015 Directory forms - one for updating your information and one for advertising in the directory.

OKTOBERFEST

Early Bird pricing until September 4th!

Celebrate Oktoberfest with friends and family!!!
Don't miss out on an EPIC time!!!

Date: Saturday, October 4, 2014
Time: 4-11pm
Place: Trout Valley Lodge down by the Fox River
Hosted by: Steps for Doug

Volunteers are needed. Please email Sue MacInnis to inquire about volunteering for the event!

German food, Beer Garden with a variety of brands and local brews, entertainment (performances by 2 local bands--Alex and the Allstars & Little Broken Arrow), silent auction, kids tent, open mic (so bring your instruments), campfire and sing-a-long...all down by the water at the Trout Valley lodge!
Please confirm your attendance see link below and buy your tickets ahead of time! This is our big 2014 Fund raiser for Steps for Doug! All proceeds go to support ALS.
We want EVERYONE to come! So please pass this invite along!

To Purchase Tickets

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Note from the Editor:

If you would like to view previous issues of the the Trout Valley News, there is a "View Our Archive" button at the bottom of each newsletter. This button has recently been fixed. It now shows all of the newsletters that have been published since my first issue in March of 2013.

I have also been working on the website.

If you would like to see the TV Association Meeting Minutes - click here.

If you would like the see the Village of Trout Valley Board Meeting Minutes - click here. There are also links to each of these in the Quick Links on the right column of each newsletter.

If you know of areas of the TV website that need updating, please email me at troutvalleynews@gmail.com, so that I can start a list. My focus this past year has been to get the newsletter up and running, but now I am ready to start taking on some of the website update issues.

Also, If you are looking for opportunities to get involved in the neighborhood - there are vacancies on a board and a committee. The Oktoberfest fundraiser is also looking for volunteers (see articles below)

Thanks, Vernie Vadnais

Village of Trout Valley Board Vacancy

The Trout Valley Village Board is looking for a new Trustee! We've had a recent vacancy and are looking for someone to serve until the General Election in April, 2015. This will require attendance at our September 2014 Budget Meeting, October 2014 Meeting, December 2014 Meeting and February 2015 Meeting.

If you like being a Trustee, you can file petitions in December and have your name put on the ballot in April 2015 for the remainder of the term (2 years). It doesn't matter if you haven't attended a Village meeting, you only need a commitment to volunteerism and community service to do the job. We have committees that handle Security, Forestry Board (tree planting and trimming), Intergovernmental (Community Outreach), and Stormwater Management to give you an idea of some of the issues we handle. If you are interested, or have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Bob Baker at 224-374-9108 or troutmayor@aol.com.

Thanks,

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Village of TV Board Meeting Date Change

The September 8, 2014 Village Board Budget Meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 p.m

at the Trout Valley Lodge.

Building Committee Vacancies

The Building Committee is seeking 2-3 new members who have lived in Trout Valley for at least one year (our by-laws). Neighborhoods that can use representation are Big Oaks Rd, Hawthorne Way, River Drive, Cahill Rd. and Marryat Rd. Responsibilities include attending 2-4 meetings/year to review homeowner plans and projects requiring approval. We have also done "virtual" meetings, circulating materials for emailed approvals. Contact secretary Ann Somers at acs181@aol.com or at 847-639-1278.

Pool Season Wrap Up

The pool has been the place to be this summer... and the place for parties this August. From the Bob Chinn's party in early August, to Mrs. Durning's Hot Dog and Nacho Party that she threw for the kids of Trout Valley and even a birthday party thrown by the aerobics ladies for Terry Parrilli (I believe it was her 29th).

The whole pool committee wants to thank all the great members who went above and beyond this pool season with donating their time to help clean up, garden, etc... it was greatly appreciated. The pool will only be open for a little over a week and will close on Sunday, September 7th... so be sure to get out there and enjoy it when the weather permits. Thank you again for making this a great season at the pool and we look forward to making next year even better.

Dave Mokry

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And as someone who enjoyed the pool season (especially the water aerobics classes) - I would like to thank the pool committee! These were people who stepped up and volunteered when new committee members were needed! They made it a very fun summer for TV residents!

Vernie Vadnais

Deed Restriction of the Month

11e. No overnight parking or storage of vehicles or any other personal property shall be allowed on

road easements, park land or other common property including the swimming pool, river front and

barn parking.

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Riverfront Park Rules

As a reminder, these are the posted Trout Valley Association rules regarding the Riverfront Park.

Thank you

Reminder About Golf Cart Drivers

There are a lot of golf carts being driven by kids on the roads in the Valley. The Golf-cart guidelines clearly state that all drivers MUST have a drivers' license.

Section from our guidelines:

State law permits local governing bodies to allow golf carts on local streets under certain

circumstances. They may operate only on streets with a posted speed limit of 35 mph or less, the drivers must have valid Illinois drivers' licenses, and the vehicles must have brakes, steering, a rear-view mirror, headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, reflectors on the front and back, and "slow-moving vehicle" signs in the rear. Although Trout Valley's streets are private and not subject to these rules, for the protection and safety of the community, the State's requirements are being enforced.

TV Golf Cart Guidelines

Thank you,

Wally Zimmerman

Summer Events in the Area

AUCTION IN TROUT VALLEY

Monday September 1st, 11 a.m.

Open House Friday Aug 22, from 5-7 p.m.

Sam Cluts - Owner

289 Fox Harbor Road, Trout Valley

The house (4 bedroom Cape Cod) and many household items will be auctioned. for more information. contact - Gordon Stade, Auctioneer 847-426-1533.

CARY MAIN STREET FESTIVAL

Saturday, September 27 from 12:00-10:00 p.m.

Sunday, September 28 from 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

The Cary Grove Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the inaugural Cary Main Street Fest in downtown Cary on September 27 and 28. The outdoor fall festival will feature local restaurants and businesses, a marketplace of vendors and artists, live entertainment and a children's area to celebrate all that Cary has to offer. The multi-faceted event serves up something for everyone:

* a variety of craft beers and wines to complement the flavors of spice, apple and pumpkin that will augment the menus of participating eateries

* a fine arts component to showcase the talents of local artists, featuring live art creation and interactive displays

* a dynamic lineup of lively entertainment on the main stage, while the family stage highlights theater, dance and other interactive children's programming.

Vendors and Volunteers are needed. Please contact the Cary Grove Area Chamber at: Forms

847-639-2800

LAKE IN THE HILLS SUMMER SUNSET FESTIVAL

WHEN: Aug. 29-31

WHERE: Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, Lake in the Hills

COST & INFO: Family festival featuring a carnival, Arts and Crafts Show, Classic & Custom Car Show, Kids' Korner, Sunset 5K, parade, Bags Tournament, live bands each night, wine tasting, Melon Propellin', a Got Talent competition, food vendors, fireworks and more. Schedule: 3 to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 29; 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 30; 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 31. Free admission. Information: www.summersunsetfest.com.

WONDER LAKE WATER SKI TEAM SHOW

WHEN: 4 p.m. Aug. 31

WHERE: Center Beach, Hancock Drive and East Lake Shore Drive, Wonder Lake

COST & INFO: This is the final home show performance for the year by the Wonder Lake Water Ski Show Team. The team won the 2014 Central Regional Show Ski Championships, earning top scores for ballet, jumping, pyramid, towboat driving, sound crew and high individual club act. Made up of about 140 members of all ages primarily from local communities, the team has performed free shows for the home crowd since 1959. Information: www.wonderlakeskiteam.org.

LUNCH & DINNER IN THE PARK

WHEN: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Aug. 29

WHERE: Depot Park, Woodstock and Williams streets, Crystal Lake

COST & INFO: Free concert series featuring local musical talent hosted by Downtown Crystal Lake. The lunch event features entertainment by "DNA," brothers Don and Al Etten playing a variety of classic rock, '50s, '60s and country. Dinner event features "South of Disorder" playing the music of Jimmy Buffett. Guests are invited to bring their own meals or buy meals from vendors on site. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Information: 815-479-0835 or www.downtowncl.org.

PATRIOTS DAY CAR SHOW

WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 31

WHERE: Buss Ford, 111 S. Route 31, McHenry

COST & INFO: 11th annual event presented by Buss Ford Lincoln and McHenry Savings Bank. Trophies awarded to the top 15 entries, and first 100 entries get a free dash plaque. There will be a live disc jockey, free hot dogs, popcorn and soft drinks. Free admission to the public. An entry donation of $10 in canned goods or cash for the Fish Food Pantry is encouraged. Information: 815-385-2000.

HARVEST FEST FUNDRAISER CONCERT

WHEN: 7 p.m. Aug. 29

WHERE: Stage Left Caf�, 125 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock

COST & INFO: Hosted by Off Square Music to benefit the 2014 Harvest Fest and Fair in the Square, scheduled for Sept. 21 in Woodstock. Music will be provided by fingerstyle-guitar champion Ed Hall, Harvest Fest emcee, folk singer-songwriter Chris Strong and the bluegrass sounds of the Georgia Rae Family Band. Information: 815-338-5164 or www.offsquaremusic.org.

AFRICAN CHILDREN'S CHOIR

WHEN: 9 a.m. Aug. 31

WHERE: Joyful Harvest Lutheran Church, 5050 Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg

COST & INFO: The concert is part of the Operation Christmas Child project of Samaritan's Purse to deliver gift-filled shoe boxes to needy children in more than 100 countries. Concert takes place during morning service and includes a speaker followed by a potluck. Susan Schmidt will talk about her recent trip to Rwanda delivering gifts to children in need. Information: 847-497-4569.

SPECIAL CRUISE NIGHT
Wednesday, September 3
Special Cruise Night in Fox River Grove
Car-X Lot, 915 IL Rte. 22
Food, music and awards
5:00-7:30 p.m.

Cary Park District Fall 2014 Program Guide

Watch your mailbox for the Fall 2014 Program Guide!

This guide is packed with hundreds of opportunities for you and your family to laugh, play, grow, create, and explore.

Resident registration begins at 7:00 am on Monday, August 11.

Non-resident registration begins at 7:00 am on Monday,

August 18. Registration is accepted online or download a

registration form and return it to the Community Center with payment.

Arlington International - Sunday Family Days

Sunday Family Days Presented by Daily Herald at Arlington International are bigger and better than ever with the addition of even MORE entertainment in the Junior Jockey Zone* including pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, magician, caricaturist, juggler, bounce house* and hands on activities from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. We've partnered up with Chicagoland's favorites in entertainment for exciting and educational content each Sunday - Memorial Day through Labor Day. Summer Schedule

Cary Area Public Library Events

Events Schedule

Cary Park District

Events Calendar

Cary Farmers Market

Chamber of Commerce Farmers' Market on Sundays

The Chamber will be hosting a Farmers' Market in the north downtown commuter lot on Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. from June 1 through September 28. The Farmers' Market will offer a wide selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cheeses, baked goods, herbs, flowers, plants and much more.

Website

Planit 10: Things to do this weekend...

More Information:

Wood Chipping Dates

(signs are posted at the intersections near the barn)

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Golf Carts

It is that season again. Please take a moment to review the golf cart rules for our neighborhood - especially if you are a golf cart owner. We want everyone to be safe this summer.

Trout Valley Golf Cart Guidelines

Future Neighborhood Directory

If you wish to submit a correction for the 2015 Directory or send us new information as a new resident, please email the following information to Vernie at troutvalleynews@gmail.com:

Last Name

First Names of adults (please indicate if there is a different last name)

Street Address

Home (or main) Phone

Cell phone(s) optional

Email - optional

Kids names - optional

Thank you - we try hard to keep our information up to date.

New Residents

If you are new to the neighborhood (in the past 2 years) and would like to be featured in this newsletter, please send your information to Vernie Vadnais at troutvalleynews@gmail.com

Thank you,

Vernie

Welcome Lady!

There's a new Welcome Lady in town!! Terry Parrilli has graciously offered to bring back our old tradition of visiting the homes of new neighbors to bring them neighborhood greetings and information. She will be able to answer your questions about our village and association, the many wonderful amenities, and the clubs and activities that are available, etc.

She has already started contacting some of our new neighbors, but if you moved in recently and would like a visit - please feel free to contact Terry.

terryparrilli@ameritech.net 847-516-6414

Maintenance

If you have any new work requests for Bernie, please contact either Steve Gerard (grd55@aol.com- 847-791-6745) or Wally Zimmerman (zimmerw1@sbcglobal.net -847-682-8500) so we can prioritize this work appropriately.

Did you miss a previous issue of the

Trout Valley News
or a Trout Valley Blast?

Click on the Archive button at the bottom of the page. The Archive page is the best place to print the newsletter, if you need a paper copy.

Need to rent the barn or lodge?

Please contact Veronica Goodrich at Veronica.Goodrich@searshc.com

or call at 847-502-9123.

Events Calendar

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troutvalleynews@gmail.com

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Blast versus Newsletter?

We've recently had questions and requests for sending out email blasts to Trout Valley residents. These have included blasts for charitable donations and open houses. Most community information can be circulated in the weekly newsletter. The blasts are reserved for important and time-sensitive information. We want residents to know that when they receive a blast, they should read it as soon as they can, as it is something of concern for the community.

When we reject a blast request, we are trying to balance the need to communicate effectively and quickly with Trout Valley against the rights of the residents not to be overwhelmed with local messages. If we don't send out a lot of blasts, we hope those we do send get your attention. We appreciate your consideration.

Thanks, Bob Baker

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