As I am writing this article, the days are getting shorter and some of the amenity areas are starting to be closed down for the year, but before we end summer, I would like to recap some of the highlights.

As always, the 4^th of July picnic was a huge success and it is the most attended function of the year. I always find it fascinating, the amount of people that attend and so many people enjoying themselves. It is a perfect place for a picnic, especially with the pool and volleyball area.

In August we celebrated WLE’s 40^th anniversary, which was another huge success. Again, the weather was very nice and there was a fantastic turnout. The committee organized some unique events, and along with good food and music, it was a great celebration. Property owner Max Watkins was named Honorary Chairperson, which he is very deserving of the title. Max bought property in 1971 and built and became a full-time resident in 1976. Max was honored with a plaque, and Max and the community were honored with a certificate from the PA House of Representatives presented by PA Representative Michael Pfeifer.

On September 4th we dedicated the WLE 9/11 and Veteran’s Park Memorial. The ceremony was absolutely beautiful and the dignitaries were impressed with our Memorial and the turnout, which should make us all proud. The Memorial Committee worked long and hard to develop the program that they put on. All the speakers were excellent and the American Legion really set the tone for the ceremony.

Overall, we have had a very good and safe summer. The pools and beaches were well attended and the Recreation Committee had many great events. Please remember, the Recreation Committee is always looking for volunteers. It is volunteers that make all the activities possible. While I am on the topic of volunteers, the Citation Dispute Committee is presently looking for members and if anyone wishes to be on a committee in the future, you can always add your name to the list now for when there is an opening. Contact the office for information.

One major capital project that was done in 2011 was the building of the Beaver Pool Snack Bar that now allows for a snack bar that can meet the needs of the number of people that visit Beaver Pool. Most of the 2011 projects were maintenance and maintaining existing assets. This will also be our plan for 2012, mainly maintaining and improving on existing amenities. The tennis courts in Section 4 are in need of more than just minor repairs, so we will be looking to repair the courts professionally, and in the near future the courts will need to be resurfaced.

Fall is a great time of the year in WLE and the surrounding area. There is a lot to do. Keep a check on the activity schedule and the website for things to do. Recreation again will be having a Fall Festival, which proved last year to be a very popular event.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. You can keep up with the latest information by reading the Board highlights and going to the monthly Advisory Board Meetings. Most committee reports can be found on the WLE website.