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ANNUAL MEMBERS MEETING:
Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 at Luana Savings Bank Community Center
Time: 7pm Check in 6:45pm
Description: The LVA annual meeting is a general meeting of sorts for the entire HOA membership. During this meeting, the LVA Board addresses various issues, presents the annual budget, and discusses upcoming major projects. The annual meeting is also when we present reports. Board elections will be held during the annual meeting.
Tentative agenda: 
  • Annual budget presentation
  • Committee presentations
  • Elections
  • Proposals that need approval from the members
  • Discussion of major projects
 
 
LVA MEETING: November Agenda
The LVA Board encourages attendance, when possible, to Board Meetings typically held on the third Tuesday of each month, at 6:30 pm. Meetings are held at the Lakewood Office located at 8700 Sunset Drive. 
 
However, the LVA Board reserves the right to add, cancel, or reschedule, relocate meetings and formats (virtually); notwithstanding, informational, consultation, Executive Sessions for any reason deemed necessary by the Board.   Please check with the Office to confirm current scheduling. Courtesy notices are posted on the Office Door.  We encourage attendance.  Lakewood Village Association, Inc. is a Private, Non-Profit and is governed by IA Code 504 for Non Profits.   LVA is not a public entity.
                                         
 
NORTH SHORE
  • North Shore will be located on Lake Colchester adjacent to the interchange of Highway 5 and Highway 28 in Norwalk, Iowa
  • Primarily a lakeside residential project, North Shore will include some commercial sites along Highway 28 and will feature over 500 lakeside home sites, about 500 townhome units, and a limited number of lake view apartments
  • It is estimated that the total taxable value of the project will increase Norwalk's tax base by over $300,000,000
  • North Shore will be sold directly to a developer for its improvement of vacant land for sale of developed lots and sites to individuals
FAQ: Will the North Shore Development be a part of the Lakewood Village Association, Inc.
ANSWER: Yes, the area has been established and is governed by the LVA Homeowners's (association) Incorporation Documents, By-Laws, and the Covenants for that addition & by the established taxing entity, Lakewood Benefited Recreational Lake District (LBRLD).
 
FAQ: Is Lake Colchester tested for dangerous bacteria in the water?
ANSWER: "LBRLD does some water testing of the lake. It is limited and periodic. Testing is done through the State Hygienic Lab in Ankeny. The purpose of testing is to create baselines and track water quality issues like clarity, bacteria, phosphorous, and nitrates. While testing for bacteria is done, we do not track this on a weekly or daily basis for swimming or lake use safety -- that endeavor is beyond our capabilities and there are no signs of trouble at the present time. LBRLD will test if there are known or potential issues." -LBRLD President
 
FAQ: When will North Shore be developed?
ANSWER: North Shore is a reality and will be placed on the market in the near future. The PUD property located adjacent to Lake Colchester will be reserved primarily for residential uses. Those residential parcels will not be available for sale in the immediate future since it has become apparent that the commercial parcels along the highway must first be developed.
 
 
 
PLEASE NOTE:   Lake Colchester is a private lake amenity built for the enjoyment of Lakewood residents. Trespassing charges will be filed against individuals accessing any of the Common Properties, including the lake,  without membership. Members should be able to provide identification and proof of residence or a Non-Resident Membership card when requested by police or patrol officers. Patrols are in affect at this time and will be requesting identification. A member must be present with a guest at all times.