2011 will be a pivotal season for the Green Lake Association. After three consecutive terms the current board will be stepping down. It is time for new concerned and dedicated individuals to take over and continue the work the GLA has done for over a decade. There is a growing concern by property owners on all the Chisago area lakes about the explosion of Eurasian Water Milfoil and Curly Pond Leaf in the lakes. These invasive weeds are choking the waters, impacting water quality and decreasing property values for those who have lake frontage. There is no cure at this time but with seasonal treatments of the worse areas these exotic weeds can be kept at bay.

Green Lake has had Milfoil and Curly Leaf for years but remains the cleanest of the area lakes. This is due in part to the ability of the GLA to treat for invasive weeds on its own. Being able to do this can only be envied by other lake associations. The GLA’s expertise in this area is well respected by the DNR. The Green Lake property owners should be proud of their association and the work it has done over the years to preserver the quality of the lake. The GLA has been conscientious stewards of Green Lake and has made a positive impact on its well being. The loss of this asset would be devastating moving forward. When other lake shore owners and lake association grapple with how to deal with invasive weeds the Green Lake property owners have a viable organization in place to help deal with the problem. This comes at a tremendous cost savings over commercial treatments which is the only current option other than self treatments.

I have deep pride in the Green Lake Association and its accomplishments and hope its work can continue for many years to come. The positions of President, secretary and treasurer must be filled by Nov 1, 2011 or the Green Lake Association will cease to exist. There is also a need for committee members to support the board. Should the GLA be forced to disband its assets will be sold and the treasury proceeds donated to a selected non profit. This is the worse case scenario and should not have to happen. The 2011 season will be a transition time for new volunteers. Current position holders are willing to work with perspective replacements until they are comfortable. Don’t let Green Lake succumb to invasive weeds as some area lakes have. Volunteer for one of the board positions and keep your lake association alive and well. The more volunteers the less time commitment there is. For more details on any of the positions listed feel free to give me a call. Let’s work together to keep this valuable asset serving those who live on and enjoy Green Lake.

Dan Standish
GLA President
651-275-7910

Ki-Chi- Saga Days Parade
Wow!  We had a pretty hot day but that didn’t stop the hardy people of Chisago City from turning out for the parade.  The Green Lake Association pontoon was one of the units and we rocked this town.  We celebrated by giving out candy, t-shirts and can koozies.  Every body had a great time.

Fall Festival
Cooler weather is finally here, beautiful sunny days and cool nights.   This is the season for our Annual Fall Festival.  Mark your calendars for Sat. Oct. 9 at 7 pm.  The event will be held at the Community Center.  It will include bingo, a silent auction, and meat raffle.  Beverages and snacks will be for sale and as always coffee is free.  We hope everyone will come and enjoy the evening.  The Green Lake Association appreciates you support.

Green Lake Association Annual Meeting
Our annual meeting is a yearly event that is open to the general public.  This year it will be on Thursday Nov. 4 at 7 pm at the Community Center.  We will recap our functions of this past year.  This is also the time to elect new Green Lake Association board members.  All positions are open.  This includes president, secretary, treasurer, and fundraising chair.  A speaker is yet to be announced.  We hope all members will attend.

Our spring bingo was a moderate success.  The beautiful April weather gave everyone spring fever and we all wanted to be outside.  We thank all who attended to support the Green Lake Association.  A huge thank you goes out to all the volunteers who helped with this event.

Pam Standish
Secretary

Ki-Chi-Saga Days is August 21 and August 22.  This is always a fun celebration.  Keep an eye out for the Green Lake Association pontoon in the parade on Sunday Aug 22. We look forward to seeing you!

Pam Standish
Secretary

Our Fall Festival will be on Sat. October 9 at the community center from 7pm to 9:30pm.  This also includes a silent suction.  We are accepting donations at this time.  If you would like to donate an item or a service please contact Dan Standish, Pam Standish, or Julie Vick.  Hope to see you there!

Pam Standish
Secretary

Spring is here!  Looking forward to boating and floating on our beautiful lake.

Let’s support the GLA in the following ways:

1.    Membership Dues  – $35
2.    Drop-off your aluminum cans at our Recycling Bin (Chisago Liquors)
3.    Volunteer  (committee member or at an event)
4.    Donate $ in the Paddle Boxes (Brinks, Chisago Liquors and Bait on
5.    Purchase a Sweatshirt
6.    Play Bingo (April 17 & October 9)
7.    Donate a Silent Auction Basket (October 1)

Julie Vick – Treasurer

Don’t forget to come on out and join us for our Spring Bingo.  Bring your family and friends and enjoy a fun night out.  We will see you on Saturday April 17 at 7 PM at the Community Center.  We appreciate your support.

LAKE CLEANUP   3/6/10  10AM-NOON DNR ACCESS

SPRING BINGO     4/17/10 7PM-9PM CHISAGO COMMUNITY CENTER

BOAT PARADE     7/4/10 3PM BIG/LITTLE GREEN CHANNEL

KI-CHI-SAGA DAYS   8/21-8/22/10

FALL FESIVAL      10/09/10 7PM-9:30PM CHISAGO COMMUNITY CENTER

GLA ANNUAL MEETING    11/04/10 7PM-9PM CHISAGO COMMUNITY CENTER

The 4th of July was another beautiful day on Green Lake.  We had a little smaller turn out this year for participants but all the boats and pontoons were decorated beautifully.   Groov’en on Green took first place, Mardi Gras on Green took second place, and Rednecks of Green took third place.  The boat parade is always a lot of fun and we hope to do it again next year.  Thank you too all who participated and helped out with the parade.

Pam Standish
Secretary

The GLA annual meeting will be held Thursday November 5th at 7 pm at the Community Center.  Dan Standish, our president will recap the GLA season.  There will be guest speakers representing the Minnesota Bow Fishermen and the Lake Improvement District. We also hope to have an update on Camp Ojakita.  This is the time to vote in new board members.  All positions will be open.  Please attend and support the Green Lake Association.  This meeting is open to the public.  Come and be a part of the Green Lake Organization.

Pam Standish
Secretary