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Pool Opens Sunday at noon! (not Saturday)
Pool Brunch at noon also, open to all TV residents! (details, below)
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Trout Valley after the rain storm. Thank you to Meghan Lentz for the photo!
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Upcoming Meeting Change:
The TV Village Board has moved the June Village Board Meeting from Monday, June 6th, to Wednesday, June 15th, 7 p.m. at the lodge
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Save the Date!
Celebrate the 4th!
June 25th
Volunteers needed to coordinate the kids games.
Trout Valley Annual 4th of July Celebration!
Saturday June 25th at the Lodge
Parade lineup by bluff & river rd at 4pm for a 4:15pm Start. Bring your decorated bikes, scooters, golf carts, & horses!
Family Games (Baseball & Kickball) to start after the Parade.
Ravinia Style BYO Dinner! No Food will be provided. Bring a Side & Dessert to Share. We will provide Beer. Expo 76 Band Back by popular demand at 7pm
Fireworks by Madbomber @ Dusk
Cost: $20 a Family (resident and non residents) to help cover the cost of the band & fireworks. Invite your friends and family! Please contact Tom Lentz at tlentz1@att.net
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Time to sign up for a fun summer pool side!
The pool opens Sunday, May 29th at noon!
I. Many thanks to the families & kiddos who helped out with our POOL CLEAN UP DATES!! It takes over 1,000 man hours to get this Historical Pool in tip-top shape!!
II. We are all set for ADOPT-A- POT sign up! The planters are beautiful & so colorful!! Thank you ALL for your time, dedication, & sign up!! We are good to grow this season.
III. BIG CHANGE!!! We are looking at SUNDAY, MAY 29th as TV POOL official day opening.... Not Saturday as previously indicated.
IV. Pool Brunch Opener: 12 NOON. Open to ALL TV Residents. Cash Bar. Please bring a dish to pass. Henderson Family is donating a ham. All items are welcome. Be creative. Several chafing racks & sternos will be provided.
V. There are several small projects that need attention at the pool. If you have an hour to spare, the pool could use your help. Please contact Sally Henderson @ 413-977-3434 for a simple assignment.
VI. Pool applications are on-line. Feel free to drop off applications at the Henderson's home, front porch with a "POOL BOX". Applications will be available at the POOL OPENER, Sunday May 29th.
HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL POOLSIDE.......MANY LANDSCAPE CHANGES TO BE ENJOYED BY ALL!!!
Completed registration forms can be mailed, or dropped off to a designated box on the Henderson's porch, (53 Bluff) starting Saturday, May 14th, 2106
Thanks, Greg and Sally Henderson
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Tennis Lessons
Tennis lessons are being offered on Tuesdays this summer from 8-11 a.m., & are being taught by Rick Miller, a tennis pro, from the Crystal Lake Racquet Club. We do need a minimum number of 3/age group to be able to offer the lessons. If you are interested, please contact me at janette.warner1@gmail.com, or by phone (847) 516-3235. In the past, we have divided up by age group, with younger children ˝ hr., older children 45 mins., & the ladies for an hr. You do not have to be a member of the Trout Valley Tennis Club to take lessons, but we would love to welcome anyone who is interested! |
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Friends of a Feather Group
Our newly formed Friends of a Feather group has gotten together a number of times. We have generally met at the fen to see what we can see. Today we walked over to Fox Bluff Conservation Area and then back to our backyard for coffee, coffee cake, and more bird sightings.
Next week we are going to spread our wings and go the Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington Hills. We will meet there on Wednesday, June 1 at 7:30 a.m. If there is anyone in Trout Valley who would like to join us, just meet us in the parking lot there (3 Stover Rd., Barrington Hills). If you'd like to carpool, call Bob and Jody Antrim at 847-829-4910 or email at AntrimJody@aol.com. Trout Valley bird enthusiast, David Johnson, will be our guide.
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Welcome a new family to Trout Valley!
Please join me in welcoming the Coco Family to our community. Eva and Michael, along with their three children, Justin, Cory and Gabriel, recently moved from unincorporated Algonquin to 111 River Drive.
Eva and Michael are originally from the Northwest side of Chicago. For the past thirteen years they lived just down the street in Algonquin.
Michael has seventeen years of experience in working with heavy equipment. Currently he is a Diesel Technician for Bigane Paving in Chicago. The asphalt from their plants supplies the needs of the city of Chicago. Michael is a big baseball fan and cheers for both the Cubs and White Sox and also loves Blackhawks hockey. Don't we all?
Michael's hobby is restoring old cars, one car at a time. He will restore one, drive it for a while, then sell it at a profit and move on to the next one.
Eva has a master's degree in Clinical Psychology. Currently she works as a realtor for the American Realty Network in Des Plaines. She enjoys reading and is learning to love gardening. A health and fitness advocate, Eva also practices yoga.
Justin, age sixteen, will be a junior at Faith Lutheran High School in the fall. He enjoys playing video games, competing in the long jump and high jump in Track & Field and is also learning to drive.
Cory, almost eight, will be in third grade at St. John's Lutheran School in the fall. Cory loves snakes, riding his dirt bike, playing outside, fishing, soccer and coloring.
Gabriel, age three, is all about "eating cookies!" And ice cream. He will enter preschool in the fall at St. John's Lutheran School. Gabriel loves to play most sports, including soccer, football, baseball and basketball.
While-e, their German, long-haired pointer, adopted from a shelter, completes this delightful family.
What made them want to move to Trout Valley was the fact that all of the homes are unique and different. The Coco family loves the beautiful trees, trout ponds, deer, wildlife, proximity to the Fox River and plan on staying in their new home "forever."
Welcome to all of you!
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The village is seeking quotes to install cameras at the river front park. Anyone interested in quoting please contact:
Dave Peterson
847-707-3089
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Feral Cats
The Animal Outreach Humane Society of McHenry County has a Feral Friends Program called Trap, Neuter, Return which is dedicated to humanely reducing and improving the lives of feral cats. People caring for feral cats, who are able to trap them, can have them neutered by a veterinarian for a minimal cost. The veterinarian used by Trout Valley residents is located in Cary. Interested residents seeking additional information should contact Joyce Crosbie at 815-385-0005.
The Animal Outreach Humane Society also provides adoption assistance for stray cats and kittens.
Bob McDonough
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Trout Valley Dues
Trout Valley Association by-laws state the $600 semi-annual assessments shall be "payable and due on September 1st and March 1st for the ensuing six months". As the calendar has already turned to May, we have several residents who are delinquent with their payments. Please note that if a resident is past due, they will not be able to join the pool or any clubs (including tennis, boating or riding), attend any Trout Valley functions or be able to rent the lodge or barn for events.
Also, please note the Association may file a lien on any lot that is greater than 90 days past due, and has the "right to initiate proceedings to collect such unpaid dues and any accrued interest, fees and costs". This includes any and all legal fees associated with lien filings and court proceedings. Finally, Section V of the by-laws discusses thePenalty on Delinquent Dues. "A member whose assessments are not paid by the prescribed due date shall, in addition to any other costs or expenses set forth herein, pay to the Association interest on the then unpaid amount of such assessment at the rate of nine percent (9%) per annum, or such other interest rate as may, from time to time, be approved by the Board of Directors and authorized by law, from and including the prescribed due date to and including the date upon which such assessments are paid in full."
If you have any question about dues or would like to discuss payment options or specific issues, I ask that you reach out to me as soon as possible so we can discuss.
Thank you.
Steve Thallemer
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Information Sought!
The following tools were found near a damaged TV Hackberry Tree, across from the TV Garden Plots.
A similar incident occurred with a TV Evergreen Tree behind the fence by the Baseball Field.
Anyone who has any knowledge of this vandalism,
please contact:
David Hall 708-845-0829
Todd Somers 847-732-7464
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Stitch & B***h
Stitching Club
Join us at the lodge on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, from 9 AM - 10:30-ish. Bring along any portable project and a cup of coffee or water. See you then!
If you would like to be on our notification email list, let me know ( acs181@aol.com) or come to the meeting, so we can map out the plan that captures the most interested people.
Ann Somers
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 Spring Events in the Area
(type in the city and date for activities list)
Cary Memorial Day Parade
May 30
The Parade will start at 10:15 a.m. on May 30th at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, (First Street and Three Oaks Road.) The Parade will form at 9:45 a.m. If you wish to participate in the parade contact Al Young (847) 639-7684. The Parade will be followed by a ceremony at Cary Veteran's Park and conclude before Noon
Cary - Community Garage Sale
Date: June 4, 2016
Saturday from 8am to Noon
Location: Lions Park - Upper Parking Lot
1200 Silver Lake Road
Cary, IL 60013
Summer Free Days at Chicago Museums
Volunteer Opportunity
The McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) is seeking volunteers to assist them in testing their readiness for a public emergency. Details regarding the event are illustrated on the MCDH flyer.
Ball Out Against ALS 2016 Kickball Tournament
In honor of former TV resident Ben Wilson
Sunday, June 25, 2016
Hosted by Erik Wilson
Jul 27 at 10 AM to Jul 31 at 6 PM
Navy Pier
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60611
Vintage Days in Long Grove
Saturday, August 20th 10am-6pm and Sunday, August 21st, 11am-5pm
Long Grove Vintage Days is a two day street market for all things vintage, antique, reclaimed, re-purposed, up-cycled and handmade. Located in the heart of downtown Long Grove, IL. This is a free event open to the public. There will be live music and entertainment, local street food and a variety of fine wine and beer.
Calling All Seniors Who Like to Sing!
The Cary Canaries are looking for new members - especially men!
We practice every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m at the Kraus Senior Center on Main St. We perform once a month at local nursing homes. We have a lot of fun! Please contact Jayne Anderson at the Kraus Senior Center 847-639-8118.
Cary-Grove Football Association 2016 Football Golf Outing
The Cary-Grove Football Association is excited to announce the date of their annual Golf Outing. This year's event will take place on Friday, June 17 at Chalet Hills, 943 Rawson Bridge Rd., Cary. Register is now open and sponsorship opportunities are also available.
McHenry County Children's Health and Safety Fair
July 26th - The theme of this year's fair, which will be held at McHenry County College, 8900 U.S. Highway 14, from 9am to 4pm. is "Super Heroes". As always, admission is free and this year kids are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite super hero!
Contact Keri Zaleski 815-334-4456; cell 815-236-3238
Cary Cruise Nights
Downtown Cary
Wednesdays | June 1 - Aug. 31
6:00 - 8:30 PM
Cary Cruise Night begins on Wednesday, June 1 in downtown Cary. The popular classic car show takes place every Wednesday through August from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information on the event, you are encouraged to contact the Chamber at (847) 639-2800 or www.carygrovechamber.com.
Cary Farmers Market Opening Day June 5th 9-1
Train Station Lot
Sunday Mornings - June through September
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
You can expect the best - featuring a wide selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cheeses, baked goods, herbs, flowers, plants and much more.
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Wood Chipping Guidelines 2016
Chipping of brush and tree limbs is a service provided by Trout Valley maintenance personnel using Trout Valley provided wood chipping equipment for the convenience of Trout Valley residents. It is NOT for cleanup after professional landscape or tree services. Large wood chipping equipment is used in this process and will not be brought onto the resident's property (liability issues); nor will small, left over debris be raked up. Piles of wood and brush must be left next to the street on the resident's property. Those piles should be stacked with cut ends facing the street - haphazard piles take 3 times as long to chip and may be left behind if they are too tangled
Timing of wood chipping will be posted on signs coming into Trout Valley. Currently those signs are on Stonegate as it intersects Country Commons and on Country Commons at the intersection with Turkey Run. The wood chipping season is largely dependent on Algonquin Township's ability to accept woodchip dumping. The usual season is March through October. Watch the signage for specific dates.
Piles of brush, etc., to be chipped should be no longer than ten (10) feet, nor should any limbs have a maximum diameter greater than six (6) inches. Any logs with diameters in excess of 1" must be at least 2 feet long - otherwise they get caught crosswise in the chipper's throat and cause havoc to the chipping process. No root structures or balls of dirt will be chipped or hauled away - the possibility of included rocks that could damage the chipper or cause safety concerns for our maintenance workers is just too great.
Walter Zimmerman
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If you own a golf cart or are considering purchasing one, please review these guidelines for use in Trout Valley.
Thank you!
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Fish News
This is a great time of year to remind all residents of the fishing policy in Trout Valley:
Tom Sawyer pond is the only pond that is not fly fishing only. The TV Association directory has a write up on the fishing policy. Please review if you have any questions.
- Only members and accompanied guests, all wearing fishing badges, may fish in the trout ponds and Tom Sawyer pond.
- All fish caught anywhere in Trout Valley waters must be released.
- In the trout ponds only fly fishing with barb-less hooks is permitted. Other tackle and baits may be used to fish Tom Sawyer pond and deeply hooked fish must be released by cutting the line close to the hook.
- Fishing badges must be worn when fishing. A State License is also required.
- All Trout Valley residents are asked to observe that fishing badges are displayed by people fishing and an official TVA diamond is affixed on parked cars.
Please wear your fishing badges where they can be easily seen by a passerby and have a TV diamond on your parked car. If residents see people fishing without badges they have every right to inquire and ask for proof of residency.
Finally, new signs specifying the fishing rules are coming soon.
Please remember: The reason we have good fishing is because the person before you took care to catch and release the fish you caught.
Steve Thallemer
Fen and Ponds
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Summary of Open Burning of Landscape
Waste Regulations
McHenry County Public Health Ordinance
Article III - Section 1.29
Effective April 1, 2008
PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES:
Burning of manure, garbage, litter, etc. on any property in McHenry County
Burning of landscape waste within 100' of a habitable structure (i.e. residence, school, etc.)
Burning of landscape waste within 50' of a non-habitable structure (i.e. detached garage, barn, etc.)
RESTRICTIONS WHEN GREATER THAN 100' FROM A HABITABLE STRUCTURE AND 50' FROM A NON-HABITABLE STRUCTURE
Only landscape waste and only on the property where the landscape waste was generated
Only during the months of April, May, October and November (weekends only)
Only between dawn and dusk
Only when the winds are less than 10 mph
Must be supervised by an individual at least 18 years of age
A fire extinguisher, garden hose, or water source must be available by the burning site.
500' EXEMPTIONS
Burning of on-site generated landscape waste 500' or greater from a habitable structure is allowed:
1. During any month of the year
2. On any day of the week
3. At any time of the day
Note: All other prohibitions/restrictions apply.
OTHER EXEMPTIONS
Recreational fires, not larger than 3'x3'x3', and excludes leaves, grass or shrubbery clippings
Ceremonial fires (bonfires) larger than 3'x3'x3', and excludes leaves, grass or shrubbery clippings; permit required from McHenry County Department of Health
Habitat Reclamation or Firefighter
ENFORCEMENT
Any officer of the McHenry County Department of Health, law enforcement agency, fire department or fire protection district is authorized to enforce the provisions of this Ordinance.
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Zika Virus Information
from Mchenry County Health Department
With warm weather approaching, the Health Department would like McHenry County residents to have access to accurate information about Zika and the mosquito (Aedes aegypti) carrying this virus. The attached column, which was published in the Northwest Herald in February and updated yesterday, is being sent to each school district, municipality and township in the County.
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In Need Some Maintenance Work?
Several people have recently asked me about the possibility of hiring our maintenance folk (Bernie and Tony) to do some maintenance work at their private homes. NO PROBLEM! How do you do it? Just contact them directly using Bernie's cell phone (224-401-3128) to set it up.
Here are the rules governing that hire:
1. They are acting as private, independent contractors and will set the price of the project between you and them. It would be best to have the terms in writing so there's no confusion later. You can either pay by the hour or by the project - however you agree to work it out with them. You are to pay them directly.
2. Since they are acting as private independent contractors, they cannot use Trout Valley tools or equipment - they will have to supply their own, or use yours.
3. They will not be working on Trout Valley time so will not be covered by our Workman's comp insurance.
Wally Zimmerman
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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
Security Echo Security (our local security company in Trout Valley) was purchased by Fidelity Security & Investigative Services. There is a new phone number for reporting incidents in Trout Valley:
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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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Upcoming Meeting
Pool News
Save the Date for 4TH Party
Pool News
Tennis Lessons
Friends of a Feather
New Neighbors!
Quote needed
Feral Cats
Trout Valley Dues
Information Sought
Stitching Club
Spring Events
More Info
Chipping Dates
Wood Chipping Guidelines 2016
Golf Cart Guidelines
Zika Virus
Fish News
Open Burning Guidelines
Maintenance
Security
Website
Submitting
news for newsletter or blasts
Booking the barn/lodge
Archived newsletters
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Upcoming Public
Meetings:
Trout Valley Association Board
2016 Schedule:
JUNE 20
JULY 18
AUG 15
SEPT 18 ANNUAL -at the barn, all encouraged to attend
SEPTEMBER 26
OCTOBER 17
NOVEMBER 21
DECEMBER 19
7 p.m. at the Lodge (except for the Annual meeting, which is at the barn)
All are welcome
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Village of Trout Valley Board Meeting Dates
2016 Schedule
JUNE 15th
AUGUST 8th
SEPTEMBER 14th (Budget)
OCTOBER 10th
DECEMBER 5th
7 p.m. at the lodge All are welcome
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