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Thursday, May 31, 2012
Dam Road
WLIC announces the road across the dam will be closed Monday, June 4th, for surface repairs. They are providing free ferry service for cars and light trucks during the closure.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Painting the Town Red
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Party On
Seems like the 4th hit early this year, hot weather made for lots of parties...lots of bodies in and on the water...fun.
Monday, May 28, 2012
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Tur de East Side
Took a morning bike ride the other day, (7:15 AM to be exact) and made my way up East Side Drive after turning off Rocky Point...nice work out on the hills. As I approached City Hall I noticed a fair amount of traffic entering our City from the "back end" (why would the EAGC decide to highlight the "rear" of the City...but I digress). Common feature of the 12 consecutive cars I observed, bedsides four wheels,... no City stickers, hence my huge assumption they were not City residents and just passing through. Nothing wrong with that. But it did make me wonder. When was the last time the City has conducted a traffic survey? Answer: years. Why bother? $, road $ that is. As you might recall our fair City is part of three separate road districts. When was the last time we got some of the road money for repairs or paving? When was the last time the Mayor or BOA formally approached any one of the three jurisdictions?
It would require some heavy lifting by our elected officials to fix the problem...and none are up to the task. That is the plain truth.
(Somebody made the comment recently the monuments @ City Hall resembled a "cow chute"...not sure about that...maybe "car chute")
It would require some heavy lifting by our elected officials to fix the problem...and none are up to the task. That is the plain truth.
(Somebody made the comment recently the monuments @ City Hall resembled a "cow chute"...not sure about that...maybe "car chute")
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Friday, May 25, 2012
Governed By The Few
"You can't compel people to vote", said KCMO Councilman Russ Johnson in the KC Star yesterday. He was referring to the 603 voters who applied to vote in the special election on a proposed streetcar district. Total eligible registered voters = 5,900, so about 10% will decide. So a majority of the vote will make the call on a $100 million dollar enterprise.
The last WL election had a light turnout due to the fact there were no contested City races...the turnout might have been worse had there not been a contested School Board race. So, you get what you get, right Russ?
The last WL election had a light turnout due to the fact there were no contested City races...the turnout might have been worse had there not been a contested School Board race. So, you get what you get, right Russ?
Thursday, May 24, 2012
School Is Out
Park Hill School District (minus high school seniors) has the last half day of school today, summer vacation begins officially this afternoon (you may be painfully/happily aware if you have kids/grandkids/friends with school age children). Ah those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer. Mother nature did not disrupt the schedule like the previous year, so the Memorial Day Holiday will be free and clear of fretting over finals, etc. When you go past Park Hill High you can see your tax dollars already at work on the update of the cafeteria, trying to take advantage of the summer pause to complete construction.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
A Walk In The Park
Article in the Star today regarding KCMO parks and their national ranking, which is pretty good. Little ol WL was not included in the survey of course, but if it was, I feel sure we would be top ranked. Me and Bubba run past most of them on our "run around the block" on Sunday, and even at the blinding speed we run, we still appreciate the high level of maintenance and beauty of the parks. Nice. Your tax dollars at work.
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Continuing on the Theme
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Monday, May 21, 2012
Old Guard
Nice boat ride with friends late yesterday afternoon. Discussion came up regarding yesterdays post. Question came up, "who will take their place?". Good question. Many of the volunteers in the City and WLIC are seasoned citizens and part of the migration out of the city...so who will take their place?
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Hitting The Exit
The Dean Sparks Estate Sale on Hillside finished up yesterday with virtually everything going out the door. Casual conversation with some of the "shoppers" revealed at least a couple more prominent families close to posting for sale signs and leaving the lake. In a couple of cases, just like the Sparks, it involves downsizing and retirement. A natural part of turnover in a community, it seems to be picking up steam in WL.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Goo
Today's KC Star
"Algae warnings issued for lakes"
"Kansas has prohibited skiing, swimming, and wading in four lakes because of high levels of toxic blue-green algae"
"Skin contact can cause allergic reactions, ingesting the infected water can cause diarrhea, vomiting and even death"
Talk about a buzz kill for those interested in selling property in/near those lakes.
Have you seen the goo in the coves here @ WL. Not blue-green algae but certainly makes swimming unappealing and the lake very unattractive. All the monuments in the world won't take the place of good lake water.
"Algae warnings issued for lakes"
"Kansas has prohibited skiing, swimming, and wading in four lakes because of high levels of toxic blue-green algae"
"Skin contact can cause allergic reactions, ingesting the infected water can cause diarrhea, vomiting and even death"
Talk about a buzz kill for those interested in selling property in/near those lakes.
Have you seen the goo in the coves here @ WL. Not blue-green algae but certainly makes swimming unappealing and the lake very unattractive. All the monuments in the world won't take the place of good lake water.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Tomorrow & Saturday
Heartland Estate Sales Announces a Weatherby Lake sale event:
This Friday (9AM to 5PM) and Saturday (9AM until sold out/half price all remaining items)
8311 Hillside Drive
Parking is limited.
This Friday (9AM to 5PM) and Saturday (9AM until sold out/half price all remaining items)
8311 Hillside Drive
Parking is limited.
Hit the Road Jack
1 May
Per Ace
The SWAT 2nd Annual Triathlon will be held the weekend of the 25/26 August. A BBQ and concert in the park are planned for that Saturday.
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Speaking of music, the Park Board Concert in the Park series kicks off on June 15th.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Bad Actors
The Official Unofficial Minutes of the WL BOA
May 1
Per Ace
Chief Gary reported 5 felony arrests for the month of April, 3 in one incident previously blogged about and two more on separate traffic stops, both involving narcotics. Ah the Young and Restless (full disclosure, pure conjecture, they could have been oldsters like Farmer John). Brings to mind the fact that the beauty of our Lake and the fine weather will be a magnate for lots of folks, felons and females writing thank you notes. My sense the new C Point will be a destination for WLIC members and those who are non-members but just want to have fun.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIb6AZdTr-A
May 1
Per Ace
Chief Gary reported 5 felony arrests for the month of April, 3 in one incident previously blogged about and two more on separate traffic stops, both involving narcotics. Ah the Young and Restless (full disclosure, pure conjecture, they could have been oldsters like Farmer John). Brings to mind the fact that the beauty of our Lake and the fine weather will be a magnate for lots of folks, felons and females writing thank you notes. My sense the new C Point will be a destination for WLIC members and those who are non-members but just want to have fun.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIb6AZdTr-A
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Dead and Gone
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May 1
Per Ace
The Historical Committee had a redux of Shirley Kimsey witching the Anders Cemetery. She found quite a few more graves. The Committee also paid to have a survey with ground penetrating sonar...results...it confirmed Miss Shirley was "right on". You might want to mosey on up to the Cemetery, it is peaceful and quite a bit of work continues to be done by the volunteers.
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Order of Mussels With That Glass of Water?
From today's KC Star
Council Grove, KS
How bad can zebra mussels get?
"...zebra mussels were clogging the tower's intake from Council Grove City Lake"
Result, the City water tower intake had to be cleared because of the little buggers
Council Grove, KS
How bad can zebra mussels get?
"...zebra mussels were clogging the tower's intake from Council Grove City Lake"
Result, the City water tower intake had to be cleared because of the little buggers
Friday, May 11, 2012
At The Scene
Monument(s) Update
The forms were being constructed yesterday @ Forest with Alderman Vic close at hand, observing and coaching on placement. You can see the site for Hillside as well, protected by the orange netting.
The forms were being constructed yesterday @ Forest with Alderman Vic close at hand, observing and coaching on placement. You can see the site for Hillside as well, protected by the orange netting.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Make An Offer
The Official Unofficial Minutes of the WL BOA
(per Ace)
May 1
A man named Hennesy from KCMO has offered the lot directly west of the water tower to the city. Over a half acre lot but has the new driveway thru it to the house behind the CC. He said 'make an offer'. Not much BOA interest but individually they will all look at the property.
(per Ace)
May 1
A man named Hennesy from KCMO has offered the lot directly west of the water tower to the city. Over a half acre lot but has the new driveway thru it to the house behind the CC. He said 'make an offer'. Not much BOA interest but individually they will all look at the property.
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
CC? No No
The Official Unofficial Minutes of the WL BOA
May 1
Although the Mayor noted that "rentals at the Community Center are up", the CC continues its downward spiral on the financial trend line. The two previous meetings the Mayor has noted the low rental income from the first of the year. So what's the scoop?
May 1
Although the Mayor noted that "rentals at the Community Center are up", the CC continues its downward spiral on the financial trend line. The two previous meetings the Mayor has noted the low rental income from the first of the year. So what's the scoop?
- Projected income 2012-$15,000, YTD through April-$2,910
- Expenses 2012-$40,550, YTD through April-6,705
Historically the CC continues to go from Red to Redder.
Sunday, May 6, 2012
More Monuments
From the recent EAGC email:
Eastside and Barry (you can see the approximate positioning, George marked it with paint)
http://www.cityofweatherbylake-mo.gov/pview.aspx?id=628&catID=29
Eastside and Barry (you can see the approximate positioning, George marked it with paint)
http://www.cityofweatherbylake-mo.gov/pview.aspx?id=628&catID=29
Forest, Hillside
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Appeal for Donations
A recent communication from the EAGC:
See What’s Happening on Eastside Drive at City Hall!
See What’s Happening on Eastside Drive at City Hall!
Weatherby Lake is putting on a brand new face!
New entrance monuments are now under construction on Eastside Drive at City Hall, soon to begin on Barry Road at Hillside and Forest, and later at Eastside Drive and Barry.
This is the first phase of the City Entrance Project that includes a total of eight monuments designed to create a special sense of arrival and identity unique to our community.
The total project budget is $360,000, funded by tax deductible contributions and KCMO compensation.
We have available cash on hand to complete the monuments at Forest, Hillside, and Eastside Drive at City Hall, thanks to generous supporters in the community.
We are over halfway funded for the Eastside Drive and Barry Road monument, but need your financial support in order to begin its construction as soon as the bidding process is completed.
We need your help NOW to reach our goal for the first phase, and to construct the Potomac, Westside Drive, Kerns, and Childress monuments in the second phase.
With your support, donations and pledges, we hope to complete the Entrance Project in 2013.
Help get our city up to date and looking great with a donation to the Weatherby Lake Entrance Project!
Please use the attached Pledge Form to make your tax deductible donation.
For more information, go to the Entrance Advisory Group page on the city website at http://www.cityofweatherbylake-mo.gov/pView.aspx?id=628&catid=28
We’ll be happy to meet with you to answer any questions, and we welcome anyone interested in helping with fundraising.
Contact EAG Communications Leader, Kristy Lawrence, at kblawrence@comcast.net.
Friday, May 4, 2012
ool
The Official Unofficial Minutes of the WL BOA
1 May
What's missing? Why the P of course and let's keep it that way (old joke if you have ever owned a pool). Apparently the City fathers/mothers want to insure it is a problem they don't want to have to deal with...Jerry acknowledged he has been approached by developer/builder John Gray with an offer to build and donate to the City a swimming pool, ostensibly somewhere in West Ridge. Hmmm. Ace reports the BOA were unanimous in saying "No".
https://www.google.com/search?aq=0&oq=You+tube&ix=acb&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=youtube#q=baby+ruth+in+pool+site:youtube.com&sa=X&ei=LE6iT-bvC4nc9AS6penWCA&ved=0CFYQ2wE&hl=en&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=5fd8887cc3ebdf49&biw=1280&bih=705&ix=acb
Loose talk of having a pool in the City has popped up now and then over the years (not at BOA but at backyard beer busts). We may have one of the more pristine lakes when it comes to MO lakes, but have you taken a gander at the water in the coves lately? Yuck. I suppose the mild winter, warm spring have propagated all the green slime...you have to admit it is nasty.
https://www.google.com/search?aq=0&oq=You+tube&ix=acb&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=youtube#hl=en&sclient=psy-ab&q=i'm+alright+kenny+loggins&oq=I'm+all+right&aq=2s&aqi=g-s4&aql=&gs_l=serp.1.2.0i10l4.225003.231344.0.233737.13.10.0.3.3.0.335.1012.9j3-1.10.0...0.0.hfiaaCVaNKo&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=5fd8887cc3ebdf49&ix=acb&biw=1280&bih=705
1 May
What's missing? Why the P of course and let's keep it that way (old joke if you have ever owned a pool). Apparently the City fathers/mothers want to insure it is a problem they don't want to have to deal with...Jerry acknowledged he has been approached by developer/builder John Gray with an offer to build and donate to the City a swimming pool, ostensibly somewhere in West Ridge. Hmmm. Ace reports the BOA were unanimous in saying "No".
https://www.google.com/search?aq=0&oq=You+tube&ix=acb&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=youtube#q=baby+ruth+in+pool+site:youtube.com&sa=X&ei=LE6iT-bvC4nc9AS6penWCA&ved=0CFYQ2wE&hl=en&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=5fd8887cc3ebdf49&biw=1280&bih=705&ix=acb
Loose talk of having a pool in the City has popped up now and then over the years (not at BOA but at backyard beer busts). We may have one of the more pristine lakes when it comes to MO lakes, but have you taken a gander at the water in the coves lately? Yuck. I suppose the mild winter, warm spring have propagated all the green slime...you have to admit it is nasty.
https://www.google.com/search?aq=0&oq=You+tube&ix=acb&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=youtube#hl=en&sclient=psy-ab&q=i'm+alright+kenny+loggins&oq=I'm+all+right&aq=2s&aqi=g-s4&aql=&gs_l=serp.1.2.0i10l4.225003.231344.0.233737.13.10.0.3.3.0.335.1012.9j3-1.10.0...0.0.hfiaaCVaNKo&pbx=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.,cf.osb&fp=5fd8887cc3ebdf49&ix=acb&biw=1280&bih=705
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Big Blowup @ City Hall
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| Picture of fireworks, taken by me on July 3, 2006. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) |
1 May
Mayday arrived with me on assignment and out of town (DFW & EWR)...but never fear, we've got you covered. Cub blogger Ace attended the BOA and gave me his notes, so you have all the news that is fit to blog.
The long standing tradition of the City blowing up other peoples money will continue as the BOA approved spending $17,000 for the annual Fireworks display. Your donation(s) are welcomed and although Alderman Finn (the Queen of Fireworks) was AWOL from the BOA meeting, I am sure she would have made an entreaty to give to the fund And yes there will be a rain date of July 5th for those inquiring minds that want to know.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
May BOA
Tonight, 7PM, City Hall. Could be a short meeting since the last meeting was on April 13th...but past performance may not predict future results.
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