January 2021 Issue

STANDARD MAIL U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 125 LAWRENCEBURG. IN 47025 RETURN SERVICE ECHOES REQUESTED HVL POA HIDDENVALLEYLAKEINDIANA.COM JANUARY 2021 VOL. 47 ISSUE NO. 1 INSIDE What would the Valley be without Volunteers? BOD ELECTION INFO See Page 9A

SENIOR ANGLER OF THE YEAR AWARDS See Page 10A

NEW FEATURE: NOW & THEN See Page 10B

HIDDEN VALLEY LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS Thank you Children’s Activity Committee and the HVL Community for your heart felt donations. Pictured above from left to right are Children’s Activ- ASSOCIATION, 19303 Schmarr Dr., Hidden ity Committee volunteers; Karen Hatfield, Deana Morris, Kari Bullock, Korry Johnson, Sarah Thompson and Autumn Farmer (not included in photo, Valley Lake, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025 812- Jill Paul). The outpouring of support was incredible and generous with hundreds of dollars (over $1,800) and an overflow of wonderful gifts, all donated 537-3091; HVL Deputies 812-537-9400; to Dearborn County Foster Care Children. A very special thank you to the HVL Fish & Game Club for their donation of 10 $25 Gift Cards. Maintenance, (812) 537-3300 Community does not necessarily mean living face-to-face with others; rather, it means never losing the awareness that we are connected to each other. - Parker Palmer -

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JANUARY 2021 deputy’s corner 3A Welcome to this final part of a historic year them. Some of the great things about HVL are the (finally)! Your employee team and I would like to very same things that helped people get through wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New the rough time. Whether you took advantage of the Year! takeout meals from Willie’s, walked the trails, rode bikes, golfed, or enjoyed the lake, Hidden Valley Lake was the place to be. My hope is that we will all have a much And you were not alone. According to at least easier 2021. As we entered December, we found one nation-wide survey, residents who live in an out our maintenance crew was prepared to tackle area served by a community association were the first snow of the year. Snow removal is a source happy living there and rated the overall experience of pride for this team and has been for many years. in these communities as good or very good. Of Within this edition you will see some of the course, you already knew that! success stories over this year. It is a credit to all the residents who adjusted to whatever life has thrown

The HVL POA The Hidden Valley Lake Property Owners Association (HVL POA) was incorporated in the State of Indiana in (year of incorporation) The purposes for which the Corporation were formed are: 1) To exercise the powers and functions granted to it in the restrictions and covenants set forth in contracts and/or deeds, 2) To promulgate rules and regulations for the use of all streets, rights-of-way, common lands, parks, recreational facilities, swimming pools, etc., 3) To provide for the collection and payment of all dues, charges and/or assessments, 4) To establish, enforce and collect such charges as may be assessed by the Corporation against members for the purpose of raising funds to pay the expenses of the Corporation, 5) To provide for the maintenance of parks, recreational facilities and other enterprises, 6) To enter into contracts for the acquisition of land on which streets, parks or any other recreational facility or lakes are situated, 7) To accept titles for such lands, 8) To promulgate rules and regulations controlling the construction of improvements on private lots within the Hidden Valley Lake Subdivision.

The Echoes Newspaper HVL POA The Echoes is an official publication of the HVL POA. It Communication Methods is published monthly and distributed to POA members at no The HVL POA currently uses 10 additional charge. The entire primary methods to communicate POA contents of The Echoes are Editorial information to its members. These copyright (current year) by the methods include: Office Hours HVL POA. Reproduction of any Committee The Echoes Newspaper – (Starting 1/4/21) of the contents by any method, (monthly newspaper) including photocopying, 1) George Lortz The HVL POA Website – Monday - recording, electronic or 2) Pat Paul mechanical reproduction or (www.hiddenvalleylakeindiana.com) Thursday duplication is prohibited without 3) Dee Hacker The Official HVL POA Facebook 6:30AM - 5:30PM prior, written permission of the 4) Rich Mischell Emergency Texting – Editor. 5) Dick Myers (monitored emergencies only) 6) Rich Gannon HVL POA Emails - (by subscription “Keep in Touch” Contributions to The Echoes HVL POA Board of Directors Meetings - (4th Thurs. of Month) are welcome. All materials 7) Jan Messer should be submitted to The 8) Dan Tester The HVL POA Annual Meeting – (December of each Year) Echoes Editor or to the member HVL POA-sponsored Town Hall Meetings - of the Editorial Staff who has Board Liaison (Events of Special Interest) the responsibility for the specific Patricia Hawkins HVL Entry/Exit Signs - (Event updates posted at all 4 exits) subject area being addressed. The HVL POA Staff 4

4A JANUARY 2021 Christmas Shoebox drive a success In November, we asked HVL residents to pick up a Christmas Shoebox from either the POA office or Hidden Valley Golf Club. Pick up boxes... they surely did. In addition, a table with Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes was set up at the end of the Halloween Walk. The shoeboxes were distributed to be filled with toys, Hidden in Hidden school supplies, toothbrushes, wash cloths, etc. for a girl or a boy. By pick up time, which was the end of the 22nd Valley Lake of November, HVL residents had filled over 100 boxes (105 to be exact). That is triple what HVL DOUG GABBARD did last year. PHOTO CLUB A BIG “thank you” to Deana Morris and Janet Kratochvil for their never ending effort to bring Some things are hidden this is before the next Echoes, Christmas joy not only to local residents in in Hidden Valley Lake and then you have two options. Dearborn County, but to children around the world some things are not too hid- Visit our facebook page or through Operation Christmas Child Shoebox. den. “Where in HVL” has attend our next monthly Let’s work to make next year a recod year and been a regular article from the meeting (3rd Tuesday of the triple, again, the amount of filled shoeboxes. HVL Photography Club since month at the HVL Golf Club January. The previous photo at 6:30 PM). However, with taken by Virginia Cross was the recent restrictions we of carved eagle can be found have been meeting via Zoom, on Rosemeade. so visit our facebook page to This month’s photo from is get the details. one of mine and can also be We may post the same found without getting out of photo on the HVL Photo Club your vehicle. Hint, it isn’t on Facebook page. (https:// anyone’s home or front yard. facebook.com/groups/ If you want to learn where HVLPC). 5

JANUARY 2021 5A January 2021 JanuaryJanuary 20212021 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Men's Bridge 1:00pm 3 4 5 6 7 8 Athletic Club 7:30pm9 Architecture Garden Club 6:00pm Couples Bridge Safety, Security & Men's Bridge 1:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm-11:00pm Athletic Club 7:30pm Architecture Garden Club 6:00pm Couples Bridge Elections 6:30pm Safety, Security & HVL Riders 6:00pm 6:00pm-11:00pm Elections 6:30pm HVL Riders @Willie's 7:00pm @Willie's 7:00pm

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Future Planning 4:00pm Civic Club Card Night 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Quarter Per Chance Judicial 7:00pm (Willies) 6pm 6:30pm Future Planning 4:00pm Quarter Per Chance Civic ClubHigh Card Wave Night Task Force Judicial 7:00pm 6:30pm Lakes & Parks (Willies) 6pm 7:30pm-9:30pm High Wave Task Force Lakes & Parks 7:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm HVL Bible Study HVL Bible Study 7:30pm-9:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Men's Bridge 1:00pm 17 18 19 20 21 22 Nature Trail 23Task Echoes Labels 5pm Force Nature Trail Task Men's Bridge 1:00pm Echoes Labels 5pm 7:00pm-8:00pm Force 7:00pm-8:00pm

24 25 26 27 28 29 30 POA Board of Directors 24 25 26 27 28 29 Knitting Group30 Civic Club 6:30pm Meeting 7:00pm POA Board of Directors 6:00pm Knitting Group Civic Club 6:30pm Lawrenceburg Mobile Meeting 7:00pm High Wave Task Force 6:00pm Library Lawrenceburg Mobile 7:30pm-9:30pm High Wave Task Force 4:30pm-5:30pm 7:30pm-9:30pm Library 4:30pm-5:30pm 31 31

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In an Active Community like Hidden Valley Lake, our lifestyle depends on Volunteers Help us keep HVL a great family community with PURPOSE and VISION

There’s a lot going on in the world at this moment. Giving your time to Hidden Valley Lake Volunteer Clubs and Committees will connect people and help to build our HVL support network and our HVL community.

Our clubs and committees really can make a huge difference to HVL lives – including yours ! - We need volunteers to keep our traditional programs moving forward. - We need volunteers to help our committees provide services that are valued throughout our community. - We need volunteers to join our Task Forces to help shape the future in our community.

Can you imagine our community without a Garden Club or a Civic Club or a Children's Activity Club.

You’ll see the difference you’re making, even with just an hour of your time. Be a Joiner and add your name to list of those who have made Hidden Valley Lake a great place to live. For additional information, copy and paste the link into your web browser or click on the QR code with your smartphone camera.

https://form.jotform.com/91044972600150

Look around. The Garden Club maintains common areas for beauty, The Civic Club is responsible for annual events we all enjoy, the Children's Activity Club brings excitement and fun to our children. From sports (soccer, baseball, swimming, etc.) to hiking and photography.... HVL has it all and it is volunteers who keep it growing.

For information on Hidden Valley Lake Committees and Amenity Task Forces, contact David Wismann ([email protected]) 5

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A HANDS-ON CAREER with ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

The Lawrenceburg Mobile Library will be visiting Hidden Valley (parked in the POA/Willie’s Parking lot) –Top-notch, affordable education through the bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying once a month from 4:30-5:30 PM. is available at Cincinnati State’s Clifton campus. –Earn your Associate and Bachelor’s degree at Cincinnati State. UPCOMING DATES ARE: –Gain experience using state of the art field equipment and computer software in the classroom and during your paid co-op semesters. Thursday Dec. 17 –Graduates are eligible to take the NCEES FS exam and NSPS CST certification exams. –Starting annual salaries of $35,000 to $55,000 or higher with employers in the Thursday Jan. 28. tri-state and throughout the United States. The Mobile Library circulates books, DVDs, CDs, –Indiana and Kentucky students may qualify for Ohio in-state tuition. and Launchpads. Anyone with a valid LPLD library card –Scholarships available. Veterans and transfer students welcome. can borrow materials (library cards can be renewed and issued from the Mobile Library). FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Materials borrowed from the Mobile Library are due when Carol Morman we return the next month, but can also be returned to either of PS, PE - Land Surveying Program Chair our buildings (Items checked out from the buildings can also 513-569-1743 be returned to the van). Anyone who wants to [email protected] request a specific item can call (812-537-2775 X1130) or CLIFTON CAMPUS: 3520 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45223 email ([email protected]). 4

8A JANUARY 2021 December Boating on the Main Lake Those HVL residents with their boats still on the main lake in early December or could still launch them had the pleasure of enjoying contin- ued boating fun and exercise. The lake remained at normal pool level because the POA is still having the shallow portions of the lake dredged. If you did enjoy boating into December, you had to be aware of the tug boat and barges moving from one end of the lake to the other on a fairly Article by Dee Hacker frequent basis. A number of pontoon boats, fish- ing boats and kayaks have been seen on the lake, especially when the weather has been nice in the The local retired senior volunteer organization (RSVP) November-December time frame. has put out a call for volunteer Pen Pals to correspond with local 3rd and 4th grade school children 3-4 times during the Why We Dredge the Lakes school year, sharing letters about themselves. Several local schools participate, and about 8 more adults are needed at The dredging operation currently under- silt fences on building projects partially to miti- this time as Pen Pals. I have participated for 12 years, and way is the final leg of a seven-year dredging gate this problem (See rule 4-4-12). The local re*red senior volunteer organiza*on (RSVP) has put out a call for it is a lot of fun. It can be done electronically or by mail. plan to remove debris and silt that has accumu- While we are on the topic, we must discon- Contact Mary Lewis at myrsvp.org or phone 812-539-4005 lated over the years and settled on the bottom. tinue our project for the winter before it freezes for more information. rd th It is part of the maintenance of the lake and it which could potentially damage docks if the volunteer Pen Pals to correspond with local 3 and 4 grade school children clears out those areas that have become almost lake is not lowered. We are currently develop- impassable even for ing a plan to return to 3-4 *mes during the school year, sharing leCers about themselves. Several boats that require very dredging in the spring little depth to operate. and access the main local schools par*cipate, and about 8 more adults are needed at this *me as The debris is mostly lake in the least disrup- decomposed leaves, tive way. Our plan also and the silt comes into includes returning to Pen Pals. I have par*cipated for 12 years, and it is a lot of fun. It can be done the lake in a variety of Crystal Lake to finish ways: from the creeks our work there. electronically or by mail. Contact Mary Lewis at myrsvp.org or phone which feed the lake, from new construction, and from natural ero- 812-539-4005 for more informa*on. sion. A few years ago, HVL began requiring Article by Dee Hacker

OUR MISSION The local re*red senior volunteer organiza*on (RSVP) has put out a call for We strive to improve the health, safety, education, volunteer Pen Pals to correspond with local 3and quality ofrd and 4 life of thall grade school children generations, present and future, 3-4 *mes during the school year, sharing leCers about themselves. Several in Dearborn County. local schools par*cipate, and about 8 more adults are needed at this *me as VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Pen Pals. I have par*cipated for 12 years, and it is a lot of fun. It can be done We are always looking for volunteers to help in a wide variety electronically or by mail. Contact Mary Lewis at of projects. Thesemyrsvp.org include local or phone schools, hospitals, nursing 812-539-4005 for more informa*on. homes and more. NEWSLETTER A publication of the Dearobrn, Ohio and Ripley County Retired Senior Volunteer Program published 6 times a year. 5

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POA Digital Texting Communications

The digital texting component of HVL POA communications serves as a rapid way to alert HVL residents of important events such as emergency information that affect personal day-today activities. This service shall not be used for advertisements, event announcements or other less-important news.

This service will provide text messages delivered to personal cell phones. Only messages of high importance will be sent and lower-importance messages shall still be available via con- ventional POA communications services such as email, POA social media pages, POA website and Echoes. IMPORTANT: In order to be valid, a current photo, resume for The POA will maintain in strict confidence a list of cell phone numbers of HVL residents the nominee, and the Candidate Resume Outline must wishing to receive these messages. accompany the Nomina;on Form. The above four items shall The POA Community Manager will be the be submi?ed to the HVL POA Oﬃce by the candidate or a only person authorized to approve sending of representa;ve of the candidate if the candidate is unable to any text message. submit them in person. Participation in this form of communications is provided on a strictly volunteer basis. Anyone wishing to receive text messages may: SCAN QR code FOR Sign-up for "NOMINATION FORM" this service at any time by simply texting “HVL” to (866) 982-4497. Cancel this service at anytime SCAN QR code FOR by texting "CANDIDATE RESUME “STOP” to (866) OUTLINE" 982- 4497. 6

10A JANUARY 2021 Fish and Game Senior Angler Of The Year Awards Congratulations to Bill Sess and Kim Carpenter for winning the HVL Fish & Game Club’s Senior Angler of the Year award. The contest went down to the wire but Bill and Kim held on to their lead by taking first place in the final senior tourney at HVL.

HVL Fish & Game Club donation to the Pantry Thank You to everyone members Nelson Brett, at Thanksgiving and who helped the F&G second from the right, and Christmas. have such a successful Wayne Stubenrauch, on This year, due to the fundraiser. The N. the left, presented a $250 success of the Golf Dearborn Pantry is just one check to the staff of the N. Scramble held at the HVL of several organizations Dearborn Food Pantry. Golf Course the club was supported by the HVL The Fish & Game able make the donations Club annually makes a larger than in past years. Fish & Game Club. Stay in the Know Sign up for HVL POA Texts. Text “HVL” to (866) 982-4497. 7w

JANUARY 2021 11A “What Runs around a house, but doesn’t move ? a Variance is also an option that may variations in the Rules are differing the case of a Corner Lot, the Rule for be necessary. limits on the setbacks required, and Fences considers the Rear Yard to be There are several Rules listed be- limits regarding fence locations on extended in a straight line from the cause of the many types of fences the lot. rear corner of the house closest to the a homeowner may wish to install Frequently, questions regarding side street to the back property line. including decorative fencing, privacy the definitions of front, side, and If you are seeking a Permit to fences, invisible dog fences, and even rear yards come up. Those defini- install a fence or change an existing A Permit is required prior to follow the Architectural guidelines electric fences. The positioning or tions can be found in Section 4-3-j fence, the Rules listed in Section 4-13 building a fence. Permits for fences listed on the HVL Website and location of the fences may vary also. (Front yard), 4-3-u (Rear yard), and should be helpful when pursuing your are one of the most often requested contact the HVL Office by phone. There are variations in the Rules for 4-3-x (Side yard). An exception to project. If you wish to install a wall, "What Runs aroundPermits a we house, see here in Hidden but Valley. doesn't The Rules for move Fences are ?listed in homes located on golf course lots, those basic definitions is applied to the Rules for Retaining Walls and Generally the issuing of the required the Bylaws in Section 4-13. Rules on the lakefront, and corner lots also the definition of rear yard when the Exterior Walls are listed in Section A Permit is required prior to building a fence.Permit Permits is for easilyfences areaccomplished one of the mostfor oftenFences. requested Provide Permits the information we see here require separate rules. Most of those situation involves a Corner Lot. In 4-19. in Hidden Valley. Generally the issuing of thebecause required the Permit rules is easilyfor a accomplishedbasic fence becauserequested, the rulesuse the for types a basic of fencematerials are simple to follow and most fences may be Administrativelyare simple to follow Approved and bymost the fences staff at listed,our POA and Office. it is Most likely questions you will can find be answered by the POA Office. may be Administratively Approved it very easy to obtain approval. If by the staff at our POA Office. Most your project requires you to go To obtain any Permit you need to questionsfollow the canArchitectural be answered guidelines by thelisted onbeyond the HVL those Website basic and guidelines, contact the you HVL Home Prices Are Up, Office by phone. The Rules for Fences are POAlisted Office.in the Bylaws in Section 4-13. Rulesmay requirefor Fences an Approval. Provide theby the information requested, use the types of materialsTo obtain listed, any and Permit it is likely you you need will to find Architecturalit very easy to Committee. obtain approval. Requesting If your Interest Rates Are Low! project requires you to go beyond those basic guidelines, you may require an Approval by the Architectural Committee. Requesting a Variance is also an option that may be necessary. Is there a MOVE in your future? There are several Rules listed because of the many types of fences a homeowner may wish to install including decorative fencing, privacy fences, invisible dog fences, and even electric fences. The positioning or location of the fences Take Advantage! Call us today to find out may vary also. There are variations in the Rules for homes located on golf course lots, on the lakefront, and corner lots what your home is worth! also require separate rules. Most of those variations in the Rules are differing limits on the setbacks required, and limits regarding fence locations on the lot. Frequently, questions regarding the definitions of front, side, and rear yards come up. Those definitions can be found Agent Photos in Section 4-3-j (Front yard), 4-3-u (Rear yard), and 4-3-x (Side yard). An exception to those basic definitions is applied to the definition of rear yard when the situation involves a Corner Lot. In the case of a Corner Lot, the Rule for Fences considers the Rear Yard to be extended in a straight line from the rear corner of the house closest to the side street to the back Team Chilcoat Ed Ferrall Tom Himmler Leslie Hohulin 513-673-2739 513-260-7033 513-543-2564 812-584-5168 property line.

If you are seeking a Permit to install a fence or change an existing fence, the Rules listed in Section 4-13 should be helpful when pursuing your project. If you wish to install a wall, the Rules for Retaining Walls and Exterior Walls are listed in Off: 513-367-3650 Section 4-19. 01-25-21 01-25-21 www.comey.com 16 17

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Hidden Valley Lake Indiana Garden Club

POA DUES Have you wondered who plants and cares for the flower gardens around our community? The 1) Those residents who have auto gardens at the Gazebo/Willie’s, our Veterans Memorial, our Golf Course, the Pergola at Hickory and Greentree, our Pool, the bank withdrawals through the POA, Water Garden at the Marina and the entire Front Entrance? That if the January auto-payment will pay would be the HVL Garden Club. your dues in full, you will not receive The members of the HVL any dues notice in the mail. Garden Club purchase the flowers and plants for all these gardens, care and water 2) We would appreciate those who them along with weeding; then clear the gardens in the fall. are paying with cash to consider We enjoy our gardening along with the fun we have at our paying with exact amount. We will monthly meetings and the friendships we have made. make every effort to accommodate We would love to have new members to help us move forward. We meet the second Thursday of each month at 6 PM usually at the POA’s having change available, but it would community room. In a normal year, we plan field trips, have guest speakers and fun times such be extremely helpful if you had the as our cook-out. The club has fund-raisers to raise funds to purchase fertilizer, weed preventer, exact amount. garden items, etc. along with all the flowers needed in the landscaping. The fundraisers include two Bunco parties and our own club Auction where each member brings treasures for Remember you can pay online other members to bid for. Membership is $5 a year. at no extra charge (https:// So, not a club member but you would hiddenvalleylakeindiana.com/pay- like to do some gardening around the Valley. Then maybe you would your-bill/), at the office (cash, check consider being an Honorary Member. or credit card), or put check in the This membership is free and you would be called when your gardening POA mailbox. skills are needed. Don’t have any gardening skills? Don’t let that stop you – we have members that are great gardeners (including a couple master gardeners) and the one thing they like to do more than gardening Thank you. Your patience and is sharing and learning from others. assistance are appreciated by the If you are interested in joining us, please give me a call. entire POA Staff Mary Anna Taylor, President of the HVL Garden Club 812-537-3299 2B JANUARY 2021

November has been mild and has ature is about 40º or higher. allowed us to play outdoors longer Again, here is a big thanks to than normal. We are still trying all who helped the idea become to get together when the temper- a reality.

Pickleball has been around for ercise for people of all ages. dedication from a small group of some time, created in 1965 and With input from our commu- Hidden Valley residents and the named after the creator’s dog, nity, a lot of interest in pickleball Board. Pickle. At least that is how the was indicated. After public pickle- The Pickleball Club would like story is told. Pickleball is now ball demonstrations, fund raisers to formally thank anyone who being introduced in high school and requests for pickleball courts, had a hand in the fruition of this physical education classes and has new pickleball courts finally be- dream. There are many of us who become very popular in our area. came another amenity that makes are now hooked on the sport and Part of the popularity is due to a Hidden Valley the place we love. play regularly. We are so thankful smaller court than tennis and a This did not come without a lot to those who brought pickleball to SEARCH FOR: lighter ball. Pickleball is good ex- of hard work, communication and our neighborhood. Hidden Valley Lake Property Owners Association Wishing YouYou aa HappyHappy HolidayHoliday andand aa SafeSafe NewNew Year!Year!

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best of times, as was the case in He has also managed to provide remote service is tough, shuffling days of yore. Several tried and great options at holidays. all the bags and boxes, and he failed. No surprise, about 75% Outdoor dining this summer, misses the opportunity to cater of the folks who dine there are with the nicest view in town, to preferences in person. I have from the Valley and the majority was fortunately a big hit. We really enjoyed his email bulletins are 55+, perhaps a harder crowd were lucky to have great weather and look forward to updates. to please? Steve has had the this fall, and the deck has served Many restaurants have cut back tenacity to make it work – and him well. These days it is pretty on discounts, and I was surprised challenges the Energizer bunny quiet. I was there to chat with that he is again offering gift cards in making it work these days. He him on a Thursday night and with a 20x% extra value. PER- seems to care most about doing it seemed more like 3 in the FECT as holiday gifts, they will Article by Pat Paul well for his staff and for us. afternoon. Bar stools have been be a treat to enjoy this summer When Covid first hit last spring stored and tables are properly but when we can go back to festive. You have to know this has he purchased the Hidden Valley he did some major redesign that too far apart. Holiday festivities, It also seems like a great way to been a tough year for restaurants. location. [At age 31!] We [the allowed him to keep most of the normally almost continuous at support the business and all his For Willie’s owner Steve Van POA] still own the building but staff. One of our favorite servers, this time of year, are wisely efforts in these quiet times. And Wassenhove perhaps his degree he owns Willie’s and pays us Heather D’Andrea, helped with postponed. Not actually happy, watch for the notice about deliv- in Psychology was better prepa- rent. all that reorganizing and is now but undaunted, Steve continues ery service. It is always a treat to ration than most. Steve began his For history buffs – the General Manager. As early as to smile and is excited about let them cook for us! career in food services at King’s building was constructed early March he designed the family- introducing delivery service. In Thanks, Steve! And thanks, Island. By 2004 he was man- on and before it was Willie’s it style take-out options and was fact, by the time you are reading too, to Tricia and Kevin and all aging Willie’s in Western Hills was known as the Chalet, then actually able to produce them in a this, it should be an option! those who make good things and Independence, Ky as well Tavern on the Lake. Running a kitchen meant for fish and chips! Working out all the kinks of happen! as Hidden Valley and in 2009 restaurant is a challenge in the

Thanks to Dee Hacker for sharing her go- to recipe for Mac and Cheese! 2 cups dry elbow macaroni 2 cups small curd cottage cheese 3 cups milk 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese Whisk milk and cottage cheese in a large bowl. Fold in the other ingredients. Pour into a greased 9x13 pan. Dot the top with butter and bake at 350º for 45 minutes.

Dee’s granddaughter, Vivi, is almost 5 and is an up-and-coming chef herself! Pretty yummy-looking blueberry pancakes!

I look forward to including recipes from you in coming issues. Seasonal dishes that are not too complicated? Dessert? Something your family particulary enjoys? Residential & Commercial Stump Removal Visit the link below http://form.jotform. com/203386814086157 or email [email protected] Tree Removal & Pruning Grading to submit your entry. If we use your recipe, you’ll win a handsome HVL Tote Bag! (You can also submit using the QR code) Fully Insured with FREE QUOTES 19

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Garden Club November Minutes The Garden Club gathered in awarded yard of the month for Christmas donations. Valerie the Christmas treat bags for brighten someone’s day. the community center to make October. made a motion to send donations Ridgewood Care Center. Lots Christmas treat bags to be given Co-vice presidents, Valerie to Heart House, North Dearborn of hugs and kisses and sweet Respectfully submitted: to the residents of Ridgewood Lewis and Carol Morman Food Pantry and Yes Home. Christmas wishes to hopefully Carolyn Chasteen, Secretary Care Center. The November explained to members what the Claudia Richardt seconded the 12th meeting was opened with project was for the care center. motion, and it was passed by the pledge of allegiance and The Christmas party was members. the gardener’s prayer. President, discussed and as of this date, it Carol Morman then MaryAnna Taylor then thanked was still a go. The gift exchange volunteered to take the minutes all the members who had cleaned will not be a white elephant gift for the January meeting. out the various gardens. She this year, but rather a new item MaryAnna announced that then welcomed new member, or a gift card. the Echoes would be assembled Denice Lengerich. The nominating committee on November 25th. Anyone The minutes from the October put forth names for the who can help was encouraged meeting were read but needed a offices of vice president and to do so. correction. It was stated that the corresponding secretary. Kim Claudia made a motion to club would have their Christmas Kubitz was elected as vice adjourn since the business of party at Main Street Grille but president and Marcia Rizzo the evening was completed. The should have read that it was was reelected as corresponding motion was seconded by Pat Market Street Grille. Marcia secretary. Sutton and passed by members. Rizzo then made a motion to Old Business: Flyers Tasty treats provided by accept the corrected minutes. promoting club membership MaryAnna and Marcia were Carol Morman seconded the were handed out and everyone enjoyed by all as they assembled motion, and it was passed by was encouraged to share members. them with anyone who might Corresponding secretary, be interested in becoming a Marcia Rizzo reported that she member or volunteering. had received a thank you note New Business: Next up for from the Whiteners for being discussion were our annual JANUARY 2021 7B

residents and very of them. quickly had 19, then 25, What was our biggest then 31 with 19 residents takeaway from this in the “waiting room” to experience? Quite be added. Unfortunately, simply, this is something we were unable to access we need to provide on the waiting room making an on-going basis to it impossible to add the the residents of Hidden residents who were there. Valley Lake. That was not our only We will keep you up- issue. Some speakers to-date on our progress were difficult to hear in fixing the problems and residents’ questions we encountered and look were not received and forward to offering the processed promptly. community an improved We apologize to all experience at the first the residents who board meeting in 2021. were affected by these issues. We are working Patricia Hawkins Our last board meeting 20 and reservations were 100 residents participate diligently to address all Board President of Calendar 2020 was held required. As announced remotely. on Thursday, December earlier, though, we When the board 3. As with previous were going to expand meeting began at 7:00 meetings in this age of participation by using pm, Zoom was activated. COVID, attendance by Zoom technology with We immediately began residents was limited to the ability to have up to receiving links from

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I AM NEW TO THE VALLEY AND WANT TO GET INVOLVED...Go to a Civic Club Meeting, a Garden Club Meeting (see contact information on Page 2 of Echoes), or attend a POA board meeting the 4th Thursday of every month. JANUARY 2021 9B 10B JANUARY 2021 Then and Now Just for kicks and a few laughs, how about re-creating one of your favorite “Kodak moments” from YesterYear ? Mike and Alissa Cox, on Tyrolean and Katie is almost 19. How time flies. Way, did just that. They had a photo As we all take trips down “Memory hanging on their wall that was one of Lane”, it becomes reality how quickly Then NOw their favorite photos of two of their we grow old and how important children, Kathryn and Michael. One cherished memories are. Our kids are day, Alissa took a look at her kids as no longer riding tricycles, they are they went to school and thought how driving cars. They are grown up and for fun it would be to take another picture most of us have grown up too fast. in the same pose and setting to see So, take some time and look around for just how much they have grown and pictures you’ve taken and “REDO”. If developed as teenagers. you’ve re-created a favorite throwback We’ve all been there... sitting with photo, or want to have some fun giving family or friends at a special get- one a try, we’d love to see it. together when old treasured photo Email both the old and new photos, albums are brought out and passed and a few sentences about what’s taking around...or now, pictures on their place to: [email protected] phones are more common. But older Living in Hidden Valley Lake is a pictures are in albums or frames where blessing. The years simply fly by as all the memories live. our memories continue to grow. “Then The Cox’s moved into their new and Now” is actually a summary of home in 2005. The “Then” photo was family life. Where we have been and taken in 2006. Michael was 4 years old Where we Are? and Kathryn was 6. The “Now” photo was taken this year and Michael is 16 Have fun and send a “REDO”. We’re Bringing Willie’s to You!

Willie’s is extremely excited to an- and Saturday. At this time, all orders nounce that on Monday, December will be taken by phone (812-537- 7, we will launch delivery service to 0512) and must be paid for with a households in Hidden Valley Lake. credit or debit card when they are We will be testing the popularity and placed. We will not be accepting cash feasibility of delivery service and, if orders and we ask that all tips be made it is successful, we could potentially on the credit or debit card to keep our continue it into the spring and summer drivers cashless. A $5 delivery fee Interested in curbside pick-up? Just We look forward to these changes of 2021. This is clearly a new venture applies to all orders and will be added let us know when you place your order and the opportunity to better serve for us and we ask that everyone bear to the credit or debit card at the time an and then call us when you arrive, ad- our community. Please stay safe and with us while we work out any chal- order is placed. If you prefer contact- vising us of what numbered space you healthy. lenges we may encounter. less delivery, simply request it when are in. You can pay for your order in Best wishes to you in this most un- Our delivery service will be avail- you place your order. two ways. You can charge it to a credit usual of holiday seasons, able to all residents inside of Hid- We will also be enhancing curbside or debit call when you call. Or, you den Valley Lake from 4:00pm until pick-up the week of December 7 by can pay cash or charge it to a credit or Heather D’Andrea 8:00pm Sunday through Thursday and adding numbered parking spots be- debit card when your food is delivered General Manager, from 4:00pm until 9:00pm on Friday tween Willie’s and the POA building. to your vehicle. Willie’s Sports Café JANUARY 2021 11B and Now

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