AGM a Success, Water Levels High, Boating Survey Last Call and More

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July 9, 2021

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING FOLLOW UP

Thank you to the almost 100 members who attended the Lake of Bays Association AGM on Wednesday. If you missed it (or want to see it again) you will find a link to the recorded meeting below--this link will be live for 60 days.

Highlights of the meeting were:

Jane Dupéré and Bob Lehman were each recognized with a Betty Day Award for their volunteer work with the Association.
Mary Ann Peden finished her three-year term as President and Wendy Gibson assumed the position.
Bev Govan was recognized for her 20+ years of work with the Association. She retires at the end of August.
Chris Collings, Township of Lake of Bays By-Law Enforcement Officer helped us all understand what is and isn't covered by by-laws, and how they are enforced.

WATCH THE ACTION: View the recorded meeting >

BY-LAW PRIMER: Read Chris Collings' notes on by-laws >

FOCA MEMBER BENEFITS: Available to all LOBA members >

Thank you to the Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations (FOCA) for hosting the meeting.

Watershed Conditions Statement

Water Safety

The Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry – Parry Sound District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety is in effect until Thursday July 15, 2021.

READ: The Full Notice

Safe Quiet Lakes' Boating Survey Closes Monday July 12

The response to this survey has been great. Thank you to everyone who has already participated! Your views will help shape programs and policy for the lake community.

We are encouraging everyone – young and old, waters skiers, wakeboarders, canoeists, sailors, swimmers, dock sitters, long term residents, renters, visitors - to participate.

Please take a moment to share your views and, to pass the link along to family, friends and neighbours. It is important to hear from everyone.

The survey should take about 10 to 15 minutes to complete.

LET YOUR OPINIONS BE HEARD: Take the survey >

Notice of Public Meeting - Short-Term Rentals

The Township of Lake of Bays will be holding a public meeting on July 27, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. to consider Township-wide amendments to the Development Permit By-law and Comprehensive Zoning By-law related to the comprehensive review of short-term rental regulation conducted by the Township. This meeting will be held in a virtual forum with electronic participation.

READ: Notice of Public Meeting >

LEARN MORE: About the Short-Term Rental Review Project >

Reading, interesting links and events

Township of Lake of Bays

READ: July 8 Public Notice Board >

Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations

READ: June Elert >

Georgian Bay Forever

Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department awarded public education grant

READ: The Story >

What every Canadian cottager should know about ticks

READ: The Story >

photo by Paul Madder

The purpose of the Lake of Bays Association is to promote, sustain and enhance a clean and healthy natural environment, a well serviced community and a safe and peaceful Lake of Bays.

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