EAST LAKE REPAIRS

Nearly 3 years since the 2008 June flood, repairs have begun on the East Lake Dam located in Prince's Lakes. Placement of a large siphon began today in preparation for lowering the water level in East Lake. A new spillway system is to be constructed.

CSLOA BOARD OPENING

The Cordry Sweetwater Lot Owners Association (CSLOA) owns and operates the clubhouse and the library located at the entrance to the area. In addition they also sponsor numerous social events throughout the calendar year. Their mission statement also includes partial funding for the fire department and ambulance service. A nominating committee for one opening on the CSLOA Board was recently formed. Interested parties should contact Bill Boyle, Brian Lucas, or Mike Fouch at 317-933-2372.

ANNUAL FIRE DEPT. GARAGE SALE

One of THE social events of the years is soon to arrive. The annual Cordry Sweetwater Fire Department Garage Sale is to be held on April 23rd. Collections and donations are on Saturdays, April 9th and 16th.

DOLLY PARTON BOOK SALE + CHILI

Mark your calendars for food and words! Dolly Parton Book Sale and Chili Supper on April 16th from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the CSLOA Clubhouse.

FIBER OPTICS

The local phone company (Century Link) has been working alot lately on the roads. A worker explained to me that they are stringing new "fiber-optic" lines for improved phone and internet service.

HIGH WATER

The past week's rains have kept the lakes at high levels. Cordry was on "yellow light" status for several days but is now "green." Sweetwater was on "yellow" the previous week and actually went "red" on March 5th-6th. Sweetwater is still on "yellow light" status as of this post. Pictured is the flow from Sweetwater spillway.

BOAT LENGTH COMMITTEE UPDATE

The Boat Length Committee presented their research data and recommendations at the March 8th Security Commission meeting. The 1 1/2 hour presentation addressed boat length recommendations and measurement methods. The Security Commission took their recommendations under advisement. At the end of the presentation, the audience gave the committee a round of applause for their presentation. The next Security Commission Meeting will be on April 12th @ 7:30 PM. For a copy of the materials submitted by the committee, send your request to davejarrett00@aol.com or lakehomes@sweetwaterrealty.com

TURNED ON!

We're turned on! The new cell phone tower is finally in operation. All of a sudden, I was receiving calls when crossing Sweetwater Dam. Sources have told me to dial *228 and hit "update roaming" to improve cell phone performance. Now it's time to shop for that new I-phone!

HOUSE CLEANING

The main lake is ice free although there is still a thin skim in some coves. A few boats have been out although the yellow light has been on due to high water levels on Sweetwater. A local volunteer cleaned out the Martin bird house located on the point at the beach today getting ready for the spring return of the Martins.