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TV Association Budget Review Meeting
The Association Board will meet to review the existing budget. They will reassess spending to help hold down costs.
April 6th at 7 p.m. at the lodge.
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Village of Trout Valley Candidates on the Ballot
Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Consolidated Elections
On Tuesday, April 7, 2015, Village of Trout Valley residents will be electing a Village President and four Village Trustee's.
There are two candidates running for Village President (1 position available): Brian Krueger and Robert Baker
and four candidates running for Village Trustee (4 positions available): Michael Murphy, Kristin Purtill, Todd Somers and David Ippolito.
We have asked each candidate to submit a couple of paragraphs that would tell you more about themselves and why they are running for a position on the Village Board. Please take the time to read this information (the link at the bottom of this section), so you can make an informed decision. In addition to the attached link, you may also access the most recent information on the Trout Valley website, under "Village". If you have any questions, please feel free to contact each of our candidates directly. They welcome any questions you may have.
Please remember to mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 7th and go out and VOTE!! Our candidates need your support!!
The polling location for Village of Trout Valley Residents is ST BARNABAS LUTHERAN CHURCH--FAMILY LIFE CENTER
8901 CARY-ALGONQUIN RD., CARY 60013.
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Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt
Hop on over for some fun!
We'll look for eggs until we're done!
Join us for a Trout Valley Egg Hunt and
Family Brunch Pitch-In
Saturday, April 4th at 9:45
There will be an egg hunt with a brunch following at the Lodge.
$5 per family
Please plan to bring a brunch item to pass.
RSVP to Meghan Lentz via email mlentz1@att.net or text 847-858-3276.
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Coyotes
There have been several siting of coyotes in the valley recently. Please be careful with small pets outdoors, especially after dark.
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Get Together for all new Trout Valley residents !
If you are new to Trout Valley in the last two years, please join us for an informal get together.
When: Saturday, May 9th
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Where: Trout Valley Barn
Stop by and meet your neighbors and enjoy some refreshments! Sponsored by the Welcome Committee
We look forward to seeing you!
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New Trout Valley Residents - Get Together
Help Needed
When: Saturday, May 9th
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Where: Trout Valley Barn
Anyone representing a club, organization, amenity, Trout Valley Association Board, Trout Valley Village Board, etc. who would like to participate in meeting new residents for an informal meet & greet, is invited to participate. Tables will be set up for you to discuss your membership, answer any questions, or distribute any literature. Or, you can come just to mingle!
Please contact Patty Maune if you wish to participate, no later than May 6th.
Thank you.
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Deed Restriction of the Month
NEW HOMES, ADDITIONS AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS. (Building Committee Guidelines and Check Lists are available from the Trout Valley Building Committee.)
5a. No building, residence, garage or fence or subsequent additions thereto shall be built or erected nor shall terraces, walks, and yard lights be installed upon any lot in said real estate until the plans and specifications and plat of survey showing the location of such building, residence, garage or fence with appropriate blue prints therefore have been approved in writing by the Trout Valley Association.
5b. No separate or attached greenhouse, gazebo, deck, spa, in ground or above ground swimming pool, dog house or run, satellite antenna, or any similar structure or feature nor any decorative or functional fence shall be erected, installed or built on any lot until the plans have been approved in writing by the Trout Valley Association.
5c. Only one set of playground equipment may be located, erected, installed and maintained on any residential lot provided that the location of such equipment does not encroach upon or over any building set back line or building line whether established in the Plat of Subdivision, local ordinance or in these Deed Restrictions or Amendments thereto. Any additional playground equipment may be located, erected, installed and maintained only with the prior written approval of the Trout Valley Association.
5d. Tree huts or houses, playhouses or other enclosed play structures are not permitted without prior approval in writing by the Trout Valley Association. Any tree hut or house, playhouse or other enclosed structures approved by the Trout Valley Association shall not be used for storage of any kind of personal property or equipment.
COLOR APPROVALS.
6. No building, residence, garage or fence shall be painted on the outside until the color has been approved by the Trout Valley Association.
Tom Lentz
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Straight from the Horse's Mouth
Meet Your Neigggghbor! 
Name: Scooter
Owner: Stitle Family
Breed: Quarter Horse/Morgan Cross
Age: 18
Nickname: Scootie
Best Friend at the Barn: Human: Gracie Stitle (11) and Horse: King "D"
Favorite Activity: His forte is jumping and he loves it. He had successfully shown at Training Level eventing with boldness on x-country. He is a careful jumper with automatic changes, and is very calm and easy to handle in the ring and out. He had tons of show experience until an injury in 2010. That's when he came to semi-retire here in Trout Valley!!
Fun Fact:He has a great disposition and is very friendly.
Did you know?: Horses can sleep both lying down and standing up.
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2015 Village of Trout Valley Scholarship Award
The Village of Trout Valley is pleased to offer one college scholarship in the amount of $750 for an eligible Trout Valley resident or Trout Valley Association member. Graduating high school seniors are encouraged to apply. Full details can be found on the scholarship application, which is on the Trout Valley website page and a link to the application is also attached to this newsletter. All applications must be postmarked by Thursday, April 30, 2015. If you should have any questions, please contact Tonia Gonzalez, Village Clerk at tvclerk@yahoo.com or by phone at (847) 477-8170. Good luck!
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Bunco party
This is always a great party! It is open to all adults.
When: Friday, April 24, 2015, 7-10 pm
Where: Trout Valley Barn
Why: Trout Valley Tennis Club fundraiser for continued maintenance of our beautiful courts
Who: Women and men invited
Cost: $15 (includes one water/pop
Raffle prizes
Tickets: $2 for 1/$10 for 6)
Prizes for each group of 12
Snacks
Wine/beer available for purchase
Space is limited - expected to sell out
Your check is your reservation - must be received by April 15
Questions? Contact:
Co-president: Kristin Purtill (847-217-4952)
Co-president: Linda DeBruler (847-651-0916)
Vice President: Donna Coventry (847-639-7015)
Secretary: Terri Dawson (847-639-3996)
Treasurer: Renee Holland (708-828-3193)
Social Chair: Janette Warner (847-516-3235)
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Spring Events in the Area
Breakfast with the Bunny
Saturday, March 21
9:00 - 10:00 am
Community Center
Hop on over and have breakfast with the Bunny! Families will enjoy seasonal activities and breakfast. After the meal, the guest of honor will make an appearance. Don't forget your camera to capture the moment with your family.
Registration is required. R/NR fee is $12/$18 per person. Register online or download, complete, and return a registration form to the Community Center. Use barcode 22533.
Dog Egg Hunt at the Dog Park!
Wednesday, April 1 Dog Park at Hoffman Park
6:30 pm - Small dog egg hunt 7:00 pm Medium/large dog egg hunt
Bring your pup and hop on over to the Dog Park for an egg hunt that is just for dogs! Owners must stay with their dog at all times. Please bring a basket or bag for collecting eggs. Each dog may collect up to 10 treat filled eggs. Please arrive early as egg hunts will promptly start on time.
Pre-registration is required.
Download, complete and return a registration form with payment to the Community Center. Fee is $2 per dog. Please use registration bar code 22537 for the small dog (less than 35 lbs) egg hunt and bar code 22538 for the medium/large dog (35 lb and over) egg hunt.
GARDENFEST 2015 - READY, SET, GROW
Saturday, April 11/7:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Leucht Conference Center at McHenry County College
Building B, 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake
$40.00 registration fee-includes continental breakfast and lunch
Gardenfest 2015
Drop-in LEGOŽ
Monday - Ages 4 and Older
Monday, March 23, 2015
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Additional Dates
Monday, March 30, 2015 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Crystal Lake Public Library
126 Paddock Street
Crystal Lake, IL
Calling all builders! Use your engineering skills to imagine, plan, construct and build your own creation at the Crystal Lake Public Library. Bring a friend and create a LEGOŽ masterpiece of your own design.
No-School Movie Time: Big Hero 6
Friday, March 27, 2015
2:00 pm - 3:45 pm
Algonquin Area Public Library District
115 Eastgate Drive
Algonquin, IL
Price: Free
Robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada, learns to harness his genius-thanks to his brilliant brother Tadashi and their like-minded friends. When a devastating turn of events catapults them into the midst of a dangerous plot unfolding in the streets of San Fransokyo, Hiro turns to his closest companion-a robot named Baymax-and transforms the group into a band of high-tech heroes determined to solve the mystery. (PG:108 mins)
Village of Algonquin Concert Series:
Concerts are held weekly beginning at 7:30 p.m., Thursday nights at Riverfront Park. We will be having a different food truck every week that will serve up great food to go with great music. These trucks have dinner covered and these FREE concerts are a great way to enjoy the scenic Fox River with your family around a picnic dinner. Parking is available on and around North Harrison Street
Come on down to the park for great food, music, and fun! For more information, please visit
Cary Grove Area Business Scholarship Pageant
2015 Miss Cary-Grove Pageant
Saturday, May 16 at
Prairie Ridge High School from 7:00-10:00 p.m.
The History of Boating on the Fox Chain O' Lakes
Join David Lester, historian and author, as he discusses the regional development and boating activity between the mid-1800's and the present in the Fox River and Chain O' Lakes.
Location:
Fox River Grove Memorial Library
Rotary Club of Cary-Grove Winter Farmers' Market
In support of local farmers and vendors, the Rotary Club of Cary-Grove will be holding a winter farmers' market on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month through early spring. The next farmers' market will be Sunday, November 2nd and will be held at the Algonquin Township Offices at 3702 US Highway 14 (Building #6) in Crystal Lake from 9:00am to Noon. Click here to view the Farmers' Market flyer.
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Trout Valley Association News
Call the Sheriff
If you are aware of a problem in the community, it's often best to call the McHenry County Sheriff to ensure they have a record of the problem. If your home is burglarized, you witness vandalism, you see people loitering down by the river or at other locations within the Valley, please inform the Sheriff. Maintaining a connection with the Sheriff's office helps to ensure the security of our community. The Sheriff's non-emergency number is (815) 338-2144.
Laurie Almeraz
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Looking for the minutes of recent board meetings?
They are posted to the Trout Valley Website, after they are appoved:
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Trout Valley Website
I am seeking current information to post on the website. If you are in charge of a TV club or group, could you please send me your information for updating? Are there any new groups that are not listed on the website (listed under Activities tab)?
If anyone sees other errors on the website - please let me know so that I can fix them.
All residents have access to the website by creating a log in.
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Future Neighborhood Directory
The 2015 Directory is going to print soon
If you wish to submit a correction, throughout the next year, for the 2016 Directory or you are 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.
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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
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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.
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Maintenance Work Requests
If you have any new work requests for Bernie, please contact either Steve Gerard (
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Maintenance Phone Numbers
We have had some issues recently with Bernie's cell phone. All is now good again. Bernie's cell phone is 224-401-3128 and Tony is now at 224-610-9995. Those are both Trout Valley phones.
Wally Zimmerman
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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.
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Need to rent the barn or lodge?
Anyone who is interested in renting the Lodge, Barn or tables and chairs should visit the link below and complete the form. Laura will respond to the request within 24 hours to let you know if the space is available and send along the paperwork, instructions, etc. Please check the Events Calendar (link is below) for availability before submitting requests.
Questions about rentals - please email Laura Whalen at
Need the barn or lodge for a TV club or government event?
If you are reserving dates for a TV club or government event that does
not have to pay to rent the facilities, Vernie Vadnais can add you to the calendar and a form does not need to be submitted. Please check the Events Calendar
for availability before submitting your request.
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Send newsletter submissions
to Vernie Vadnais at
Submissions are due by Wednesday for the upcoming newsletter. We welcome your assistance in getting out the Valley's news! See the option in the footer below to update your email address.
Send blast submissions
to Bob Baker at
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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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View Past Issues of the Trout Valley News
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TVA Meeting
Village of Trout Valley Candidates on the Ballot
Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt
Coyotes
New Residents Get Together
Deed Restriction of the Month
Straight from the Horse's Mouth
2015 Village of TV Scholarship
Bunco Night
Spring Events
More Information:
Welcome Lady
Lodge/barn rental
Maintenance
TV Directory Form
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Upcoming Public
Meetings:
Trout Valley Association Board
2015 Schedule
April 20
May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
Sun, September 20 Annual meeting at the barn
September 28
October 19
November 16
December 21
7 p.m. at the Lodge (except for the Annual meeting)
All are welcome
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Village of Trout Valley Board Meeting Dates
2015 Schedule
October 12th
December 7th
7 p.m. at the lodge All are welcome
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Village of Trout Valley Links
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