Lake Lanier Association
Lake Lanier Association Update - September 2010
Be sure to mark your calendar for the Shore Sweep event on Saturday, September 25th from 8:00AM-1:00PM. We are asking you to volunteer your time on this day to help clean up the loose Styrofoam and trash that has accumulated on our shore line. Compared to years when Lake Lanier was low, the task this year is much easier since it will not be necessary to drag as many large pieces of Styrofoam to the shore line. While there is some work involved, it truly is a labor of love and we think you will find the experience to be enjoyable and fulfilling.
Lake Lanier Association Shore Sweep 2010
The Lake Lanier Association will hold the 22nd Annual Shore Sweep on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at thirteen locations around the Lake Lanier.
The event will take place from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m., and volunteers may pick up trash bags to collect trash from the shoreline at the following locations on the lake:
- Aqualand Marina
- Clarks Bridge Park
- Gainesville Marina
- Holiday Marina
- Lake Lanier Islands
- Lazy Days Marina
- Starboard Cove Marina
- Sunrise Cove Marina
- War Hill Park
- Bald Ridge Marina
- Habersham Marina
- Port Royale Marina
- Lanier Harbor Marina
In return for a full bag of trash, the volunteers will receive a free Shore Sweep T-shirt and an invitation to the Shore Sweep volunteer appreciation party which will take place at Van Pugh Park North in Flowery Branch after Shore Sweep from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. PLEASE NOTE: only one shirt will be given per full bag of trash.
The Lake Lanier Association is a non-profit organization whose members are organizing the 22nd Annual Shore Sweep. For more information, please call the association at 770.503.7757 or visit its Web site at www.lakelanier.org.
Victory at last - Yes, but victories don't come quick or cheap
Last week, Judge Paul Magnuson issued his ruling in Phase 2 of the Water Wars litigation His decision amounts to a major victory for us, and the first decision that has gone in Georgia's favor.
Although our legal team under Clyde Morris has accomplished a great deal, this is not the end of our efforts in the Water Wars. Phase 1 is under federal appeal and Florida could appeal this Phase 2 decision. The new Water Control Plan is under development, and the issue of water supply for north Georgia has not been concluded.
We will continue to represent our stakeholders' interests in this litigation and to protect Georgia's Great Lake. The Judge's decision and more details are available on our web site http://lakelanier.org
Victory at last for Lake Lanier!
Victory at last!
Yesterday, Judge Paul Magnuson issued his ruling in Phase 2 of the Water Wars. His decision amounts to a complete victory for us. In this phase, Florida asked the court to require that we send more water across the state line into Florida in order to protect endangered mussels and sturgeon. Here is our lawyer's recap:
Lake Lanier Real Estate Sales Statistics first half 2010
Here are the long awaited Lake Lanier Sales Stats for the First Half of 2010. We will compare these numbers against the same period last year as well as to the last half of 2009.
OVERALL THE NEWS IS VERY GOOD. CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE NUMBERS FOR 2ND HALF OF 2010. THEY WILL REALLY TELL THE STORY ON LAKE LANIER, SINCE THIS IS THE FIRST SEASON WE HAVE BEEN AT FULL POOL WITH NO MORE DOCK PERMITS, SINCE THE "GREAT DEPRESSION" STARTED ON THIS LAKE IN 2007.
Please keep in mind that these numbers are taken from FMLS search of only those homes that are listed as Lakefront with Boat Docks or Permits in place and do not include Platform or Community Dock Home Sales.
Lake Lanier Assocation July 2010 Update
As you know, several important seats are up for election this year, and the chosen candidates could have pivotal roles in the future of Lake Lanier.
Several Congressional District 7 and 9 candidate position statements on Lake Lanier issues are on our web site, and we urge you to consider these positions in your candidate choice.
Executive Director
It was with a very heavy heart that I have given my notice to the board and will no longer be working for the Lake Lanier Association after the end of July.
I have already moved to California to work for the same company as my husband, who has been here since last August. We are both working on Lake Nacimiento in Central California.
It has been my privilege to work for the association for the last nine years. I'm constantly in awe of the talent and dedication of your board of directors and have enjoyed working with them to fulfill our mission of protecting Lake Lanier's water quality and quantity. The board is in the final process of selecting a replacement for my position. In the meantime, I'll be responding to your emails and voicemails until the new person is on board.
I wish you all well and have enjoyed meeting and talking with so many of you over the years.
Best regards,
Vicki Barnhorst
2010 Lake Lanier Political Forum Postponed
The Lake Lanier Association has decided to postpone its Gubernatorial Political Forum originally scheduled for Monday, June 21 at 5:30 pm at Legacy Lodge, Lake Lanier Islands, Buford.
The association is now planning a Political Forum in October for federal and gubernatorial candidates as well as candidates for state house and senate in the districts surrounding Lake Lanier. During the event, the candidates will answer questions on their policies related to the protection of LakeLanier including the Tri-States negotiations, water supply, and reservoirs.
The October event will also take place at Legacy Lodge, Lake Lanier Islands, Buford, and we will announce the date as soon as possible.
Lake Lanier Association June Updates
Tri-States Litigation Update
Tomorrow our attorney will be presenting oral arguments in Phase 2 of the Tri-States litigation being heard by Judge Magnuson in federal court in Jacksonville. If you have not had the chance to donate to our legal fund, please help us defray the costs of this expensive litigation and the expense of sending our attorney to Jacksonville to represent Lake Lanier in these important lawsuits.
Political Forum
The Lake Lanier Association has decided to postpone its Gubernatorial Political Forum originally scheduled for Monday, June 21 at 5:30 pm at Legacy Lodge, Lake Lanier Islands, Buford. The association is now planning a Political Forum in October for federal and gubernatorial candidates as well as candidates for state house and senate in the districts surrounding Lake Lanier. During the event, the candidates will answer questions on their policies related to the protection of LakeLanier including the Tri-States negotiations, water supply, and reservoirs. The October event will also take place at Legacy Lodge, Lake Lanier Islands, Buford, and we will announce the date as soon as possible.
Congressional District 9 Special Election
We would like to remind voters in Congressional District 9 that the runoff election to fill Congressman Deal's seat is tomorrow. You can read State Representative Tom Graves's and State Senator Lee Hawkins's positions on Lake Lanier issues on our web site.
Annual Membership Meeting: May 18, 2010
The Lake Lanier Association will hold its Annual Membership Meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at the Lakeview Center, 2057 Dawson Forest Rd., E. Dawsonville. The event is open to all Association members, and non-members interested in preserving the water quality and quantity of Lake Lanier.
The meeting will begin at 5: 30 pm with a light refreshments followed by the program from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm. The Association’s Board of Directors will update the membership on the current activities and events of the Lake Lanier Association. Major General Todd T. Semonite, Commander, South Atlantic Division, US Army Corps of Engineers will be the guest speaker.
Candidates for U.S. Senate and Congressional Districts seven and nine will address their views on lake issues in response to a Lake Lanier Association questionnaire. Also invited are candidates for County Commission seats in the counties surrounding Lake Lanier.
Lake Lanier Association Annual Membership Meeting
The Lake Lanier Association will hold its Annual Membership Meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at the Lakeview Center, 2057 Dawson Forest Rd., E. Dawsonville. The event is open to all Association members, and non-members interested in preserving the water quality and quantity of Lake Lanier.
The meeting will begin at 5: 30 pm with a light refreshments followed by the program from 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm. The Association’s Board of Directors will update the membership on the current activities and events of the Lake Lanier Association. Major General Todd T. Semonite, Commander, South Atlantic Division, US Army Corps of Engineers will be the guest speaker.
Candidates for U.S. Senate and Congressional Districts seven and nine will address their views on lake issues in response to a Lake Lanier Association questionnaire. Also invited are candidates for County Commission seats in the counties surrounding Lake Lanier.
Founded in 1966, the Lake Lanier Association is the oldest volunteer group working to protect the high water quality as well as the Lake Lanier water levels and to preserve its valuable legacy for future generations.
For more information, please contact the Lake Lanier Association at 770.503.7757 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
