And the Improvement List Continues ...

• Beach 1 Snack Bar and Bathroom has been fully renovated. An additional special needs bathroom will be installed shortly. It's construction was delayed due to the weather.
• The deteriorated driveway to the Clubhouse boat ramp has been repaved.
• As a result of last year's storm 4 new bulkheads and boat docks have been installed off the Clubhouse lawn.
• A new roof is being installed on the A-Field Pavillion.

Over the past 4 years, the P.O.A. has under gone many changes and improvements. In many cases, changes were made to reduce or control budget expenditure. Listed are some of these projects that have been completed. Other improvements were paid out of Capital or Sinking Funds and Camp White Meadow funds.

General

• Developed a closer working relationship with Township Police Department and Township officials. Will work towards improving Township services and work jointly for future grants for facility improvements.
• Been more aggressive in reducing overall budget costs with a more aggressive competitive process:
  • Changed employee payroll from weekly to biweekly - cost savings.
  • Reduction in oil prices with locked rate for the year and no prepayment contracts.
  • Developed a plan to keep facility rental rates more reflective with expenses in future years
  • Purchased equipment to improve the efficiency of office management and resident service enabling staff to increase work load thereby reducing over-all staff and overtime (mailing equipment, computers, copiers, etc.)
• Adjusted fees for Preschool and Camp to reflect actual expenses.
• Charging a fee for Snack Bar Vendors at Beach 1.
• Developed a new schedule for the lifeguard staff by adjusting hours to meet the demand thereby reducing overall salary line by $5,000 -$ 10,000 yearly and providing sufficient coverage.
• Adjusted the work schedule of the Maintenance Dept. to a flexible work schedule, reducing overtime costs while covering the facility 7 days a week.
• Adjusted work schedule of office staff to meet the seasonal needs and improving efficiency. Use part-timers supplement full time staff.
• Improved the format of the newsletter by:
  • adding color to the front page to develop a more eye-catching newsletter
  • added summaries of monthly committee meetings to inform resident of activities
  • added a 2-month calendar of meetings and events to improve communication
  • encouraged submitting of additional material from committees as to their activities
  • added more graphics to catch the reader's eye
  • reported on the proceedings of the Board Meetings one month earlier and with more detail
• Conducting New Resident "Welcomes" to acquaint new residents about WML and programs available.
• Conducting Workshops with Realtors informing them about WML as a community.

• Developed a closer supervision plan for the Lake Monitoring program with weekly meetings with the consultant and chemical applicators.
• Developed a plan for spot dredging of the Lake - completed at Beach 2 & 3.
• Increased the efficiency of the alum feeding system.
• Changed weed treatment procedures with closer monitoring and use of "Sonar"
• Purchased a new rescue I patrol boat.
• Completed construction of new Boathouse.
• Completed 6-year Inspection of Dam with minor repairs - completed in fall of 2000.
• Developed a better working relationship with the Township on storm sewer run-off, cleaning of streets and storm sewers. Applied for a Grant for future development of catch basins.

• Extended the boat launch
• Additional boat docks for motor boats
• Installed new Alum System
• Added 2 new canoe/rowboat racks

• New pavilion at Beach 1.
• Installed new Playgrounds for youth - removal of unsafe, outdated equipment at Beaches 1 & 2.
• Improvements to entranceway that include concrete access ramp to deck and Lake at Beach 1.
• Installation of flower/plant boxes at Beaches 1 & 2.
• Installation of new grass area at Beach 1.
• Installation of bushes and trees to give shade and separate parking lot at Beaches 1 & 2.
• Repair of swim lanes, kick boards and starting blocks.
• Installation of two new floating swim docks at Beach 1, two at Beach 2 and one at Beach 3,
• 300 tons of sand distributed to the beaches over the past 4 years. Additional 100 tons this spring.
• Construction of new bridge at Beach 2.
• Repaired handball courts at Beach 2.
• Continuous repair of fencing at Beaches 1, 2 & 3 - damaged by vandals.
• Continuous repainting of buildings damaged by vandals.
• Repair rotten wood on buildings at Beaches 1, 2, 3.
• Constructed 10 new picnic tables for facilities.
• Installed beach volleyball at Beaches 1 & 2.
• Picnic tables at Snack Bar and Beaches 2 & 3.
• New lifeguard stands.
• Electrical upgrades in Snack Bar.
• Rental Fee charged to Snack Bar vendor.
• Purchased rescue equipment for water safety.
• Renovation of office for POA & Country Club.
• Added new trophy cases.
• Purchased new tables & chairs for the ballrooms.
• Purchased new card tables.
• Purchased new tables for the Trophy Room.

DayCamp & Circus Pool Area

• Installed new youth playground structure - paid for by Day Camp funds.
• Constructed new tables and benches for Arts/ Crafts and other Day Camp activities.
• Purchased row boats/ canoes for boating safety instruction & enjoyment - paid for by Day Camp funds
• Expanded recreation & athletic equipment purchase.
• Developed a successful Teen Trip Program.
• Expanded camp trips for the entire Camp.
• Upgraded camp staff with older supervisors and counselors.
• Developed a early drop-off / late pickup program for working parents.
• Reduced the time on buses for campers during the pickup/drop-off times.
• Changed the groupings of children to allow for more age appropriate activities.
• Built new pool - paid for by Day Camp funds.

• Repaired & painted fencing.
• Repaired surface on tennis courts.
• Purchased new nets, shed & electric upgrades for the courts.
• Added lights for horseshoes.
• Installed new horseshoe pits.

• Purchased new equipment to enable staff to work more efficiently.