LCWA Meeting Minutes
August 22, 2025
Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 6:45 PM by President Tom Tallman and commenced
with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call:
The following members were present:
President Tom Tallman
Vice President Ellen Wertman
Vice President Brian Kaltreider
Treasurer Linda Tallman
John Schuman
Liz Kaltreider
Kathleen Flynn
Bob Suhosky
Reading of Minutes:
In the absence of Secretary Kelly Heath, the Minutes from the Meeting held on May 23,
2025 were read by Linda Tallman. Motion to approve the Minutes as presented by John
Schuman, seconded by Bob Suhosky and carried.
Treasurer’s Report:
Treasurer Linda Tallman read the Treasurer’s Report reflecting the financial activity of
LCWA between May 23, 2025 and August 22, 2025, with the account balances
summarized as follows:
Checking Account: $14,572.81
Raffle Account: $75.00
Choice Certificate of Deposit: $7,429.97
Special Certificate of Deposit: $240,850.40
Total Cash on Hand as of August 22, 2025: $262,928.18
Motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report as presented by Bob Suhosky, seconded by
John Schuman, and carried.
New Business:
Nominating Committee
The following Members volunteered to serve on the Nominating Committee to select the
Officers to be nominated to serve on the Board of Directors of the Lake Cadjaw
Watershed Association for the next two years:
Kathleen Flynn
John Schuman
Bob Suhosky
They will meet independently to discuss potential nominees and their recommendations
will be presented to the Association at the meeting on September 29, 2025. The Slate
of Nominees will be considered and voted upon for election at that time.
Dam Discussion
President Tallman noted that he has met twice with our engineer, Joe Durkin of Reilly
Associates since the last meeting. He noted that there are new employees at DEP and
they are anxious to resolve the issues with our dam. There is a possibility that a siphon
from the deepest portion of the lake to the pump house might be needed for an
emergency draw down for the required repairs. In the event this is required, appropriate
action will be taken and the Lake’s Solicitor will prepare the necessary documentation to
this effect. In addition, the document shall also state that the Lake will be drawn down
in the event of the 100-year flood or any other reason requiring a draw down, following
which the water level will then be raised to the prior elevation set by DEP years ago. It
was also noted that we have the proper dirt available from Willie Reinfurt, who is in the
process of getting sample tests. He further advised that our engineer is in the process of
clarifying prior DEP deficiencies. Mr. Tallman reiterated to Reilly Associates that we
now own the waters of Lake Cadjaw, having won the Quiet Title Action as well as the
dam and the backside of the dam. Proof of this ownership has been forwarded to Reilly
Associates for submission to DEP. Mr. Durkin indicated that it may take an additional
one to four years for completion of our project but Mr. Tallman said he is optimistic that it
could be sooner.
Other Business
2025 Dues:
A reminder was given regarding Annual Dues for the year 2025 in the amount of $300,
which were due May 31, 2025 and are now in arrears.
Amended By Laws
The proposed Amended By Laws reflecting the deadline for payment of dues previously
discussed at the May 23, 2025 meeting was presented in writing per Section 9.1 of the
current By Laws. The proposed amendment reads as follows: “Section 3.5 A member
shall be considered in good standing after payment of annual dues, which amount shall
be established by the Board of Directors and/or its membership. The due date for
payment of annual dues shall be March 31 st of each year.” The proposed Amended
ByLaws will now be presented at the September 2025 meeting for a vote.
It was reiterated that a Resale Certificate is now required prior to closing for all property
sales or transfers, whether sold individually or through a realtor. The Resale Certificate
must be requested from the Treasurer and the fee of $75 is due prior to or at closing.
Property buyers are responsible for any unpaid Special Assessments and/or dues or
fees from the prior owner. If legal action is taken to collect any unpaid amounts, LCWA
is entitled to fees and costs in connection with said legal action.
Dam Landscape:
Volunteers are still needed for landscaping at the dam once a month through October
2025.
Adjournment:
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:10 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Ellen Wertman, Vice President and Acting Secretary
