Sign at a friend's outdoor pool..."Please notice there is no P in our ool, Please help us keep it that way, Thank You."
KC Star May 23
What's really in that pool? New national survey finds 17% of American adults actually admit they pee in the pool. 8 in 10 adults are convinced other swimmers are convinced that other swimmers are doing it, even if they don't own up to it themselves.
Which leads me to the thought, how many people pee in the lake? Observe the casual swimmer at C Point, why would they interrupt their ritual of sun bathing for a brief interlude in the lake? Pee. Based on comments at a recent WLIC meeting on the condition of the rest rooms, especially the Women's facility, it might warrant relief in our fine body of water. Me I'm one of the 8 who think everybody else is doing it, and of course, I would never consider doing it myself...eeeuuuu! Don't think it is against WLIC rules, especially if you are in the stealth mode. I have observed both men and women spraying off the stern...not cool. So etiquette should rule, all swimmers, should report to the leeward end of the swim area to take care of biz and return to normal activities. That is all, you are now free to roam the lake.
For further instructions, view this link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6mLQ1BTQkk
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
New User Fee
As you saw in the previous post, the WLIC has prevailed (again) against Paul Gross in court, this time in regards to the "New User Fee". While there are differing views on the effect of the fee (see Comments last post) the position Mr Gross used to contest it (discrimination) was ludicrous at best. More than a few folks have grown weary of the litigation costs caused by one member. Funny how we (WL) got the moniker "Litigation Lake" because of our external lawsuits in years past. It still might apply but seems we have spent most of our time, and resources, on litigation within the Company.
In the meantime, our Lake continues to suffer. If you have had the chance to get out on your boat in the past couple of weeks you would have noticed the visible effects of recent rains. The clarity of the water is still poor. And of course if you drive by the various construction sites (add Hillside and Barry to the list) little to no erosion control. Cause and effect? You make the call.
Speaking of Hillside Drive, you might want to take a stroll or drive over there. Yipes! Looks like and engineering problem to me. Who's in a bind? KCMO or WL? Both?
In the meantime, our Lake continues to suffer. If you have had the chance to get out on your boat in the past couple of weeks you would have noticed the visible effects of recent rains. The clarity of the water is still poor. And of course if you drive by the various construction sites (add Hillside and Barry to the list) little to no erosion control. Cause and effect? You make the call.
Speaking of Hillside Drive, you might want to take a stroll or drive over there. Yipes! Looks like and engineering problem to me. Who's in a bind? KCMO or WL? Both?
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Missouri Casenet-08AE-CV02550 - WEATHERBY LAKE IMPROVE CO V BRIAN STEVENSON ETAL
Date:
05/26/2009
Description:
Judgment Entered
Against:
GROSS, PAUL
Amount of Judgment:
see text
Date of Satisfaction:
not yet on file
Text:
The Court having heard this matter on April 28, 2009 and having heard and considered the evidence, the Court now finds that this cause is a Defendant Class action, and is binding upon all members, their successors and assigns, of the Weatherby Lake Improvement Company. The New User Fee Resolution requested by the Plaintiff is approved by the Court, as valid, enforceable, based upon need, is equitable and equitably apportioned among the members, based upon the need of the WLIC, and binding upon each and every member, owner (both current and future) and their transferees and assigns, of real propety located within the boundaries of WLIC, individually and as a class, in accordance with the terms and provisions set out herein. The New User Fee and any accumulated interest thereon shall constitute a lien on the respective lands, tracts, lots and parcels of real property of each New User and future property owner in WLIC subject to the New User Resolution. The Assessment approved shall constitute a lien and run with the land in accordance with the property classification, assessment ratios and assessment amounts. Costs assessed agains the Plaintiff. Court further finds all as per formal JUDGMENT filed herein. Certified copy of Judgment mailed to attorney, James Kessinger and Charlie Dickman and one mailed to defendant, Paul Gross. Exhibits retained by the Court are mailed to attorney James Kessinger and defendant Paul Gross. (sld)
05/26/2009
Description:
Judgment Entered
Against:
GROSS, PAUL
Amount of Judgment:
see text
Date of Satisfaction:
not yet on file
Text:
The Court having heard this matter on April 28, 2009 and having heard and considered the evidence, the Court now finds that this cause is a Defendant Class action, and is binding upon all members, their successors and assigns, of the Weatherby Lake Improvement Company. The New User Fee Resolution requested by the Plaintiff is approved by the Court, as valid, enforceable, based upon need, is equitable and equitably apportioned among the members, based upon the need of the WLIC, and binding upon each and every member, owner (both current and future) and their transferees and assigns, of real propety located within the boundaries of WLIC, individually and as a class, in accordance with the terms and provisions set out herein. The New User Fee and any accumulated interest thereon shall constitute a lien on the respective lands, tracts, lots and parcels of real property of each New User and future property owner in WLIC subject to the New User Resolution. The Assessment approved shall constitute a lien and run with the land in accordance with the property classification, assessment ratios and assessment amounts. Costs assessed agains the Plaintiff. Court further finds all as per formal JUDGMENT filed herein. Certified copy of Judgment mailed to attorney, James Kessinger and Charlie Dickman and one mailed to defendant, Paul Gross. Exhibits retained by the Court are mailed to attorney James Kessinger and defendant Paul Gross. (sld)
AWOL
After 4 weeks of traveling undercover I was apprehended by the Shore Patrol in DC yesterday, currently in home detention ala Michael Vick without the leg gizmo. Reports are I have missed not much in the past weeks...actually that is good, right?
Let me see, I could bore you with my itineraries of the last month, but better judgment prevails. Just note my friends at Delta have awarded me Silver Pubaw level with Gold in reach. Really.
I have been traveling 4 out of 5 business days this month, a grind, but business is good, important in these times.
So while in detention, I'll crank it up.
Oh, by the way, the Mayor called our house today...wait until you find out why.
There's something about Jerry.
Let me see, I could bore you with my itineraries of the last month, but better judgment prevails. Just note my friends at Delta have awarded me Silver Pubaw level with Gold in reach. Really.
I have been traveling 4 out of 5 business days this month, a grind, but business is good, important in these times.
So while in detention, I'll crank it up.
Oh, by the way, the Mayor called our house today...wait until you find out why.
There's something about Jerry.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Paparazzi
I was traveling so I missed the Special WLIC Board meeting regarding the Costello issue last week, too bad, I hear it was a doozy. Among other things, Paparazzi Paul appeared with camera in hand to capture the action for his digital library. Missing in action was his mentor Ed. You might recall Ed was on a roll in the not too recent past with his camera at WLIC proceedings as well as an occasional BOA. Wonder where all those pics went? Maybe he gave them to Marge for the archives. In any event, heat was felt from many quarters, including an inference of racial discrimination which seems to be heavy on Paul's mind here at the lake...kind of like the NAACP/ACLU all rolled in to one. Thank God we have someone to protect us from ourselves. Apparently the evening ended in a stalemate, one of those have your lawyer call my lawyer moments. The dispute is supposed to be resolved by the next WLIC board meeting or suspension of Mr Costello's lake privileges will be invoked. Those who live next to access areas around the lake are watching with keen interest, the rumor of a run on Stihl chain saws by certain residents cannot be verified. My guess is cooler heads will prevail.
If that wasn't fun enough, your BOA meets again tonight for the monthly meeting. Your opportunity to see your City government in action. Here's the agenda as posted:
Oops, none posted as of this morning, I'll update if possible.
If that wasn't fun enough, your BOA meets again tonight for the monthly meeting. Your opportunity to see your City government in action. Here's the agenda as posted:
Oops, none posted as of this morning, I'll update if possible.
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