DUES ARE DUE - See Below

May 11th - If you're planning to come up this weekend you've chosen wisely.  The weather is supposed to be sunny and more spring like.  I will, get cooler at night but not freezing.

VIEW has the opening of the National Pastel Show tonight.  This exhibition is outstanding and attendance is encouraged.

School Board has a very responsible budget going to vote this May 15th.

Most of the restaurants that were closed for the season are opening this weekend.

Black Flies are about but not obnoxious yet.

Things are quiet for the most part.  Some new building is taking place if you walk around the lakes.  People are taking pride and making quality improvements to this area. 

The Association missed the town wide clean up day so that will have to be scheduled when more people re-populate the Okara's.  The trash has accumulated over the winter months and needs attention.

Volunteers will be needed to do some basic jobs this coming season.  One easy task is being in charge of putting up the meeting signs around three locations.  Get involved and help out.

NEED A BEER FRIDGE or an Extra Fridge???  Contact Jim and Mary Hofer on Easka Road.  They have one for sale in their garage.  Almond color works well. $60/offer.  315-369-1035   SOLD!  WOW- After the e-mail blast the items sold in under 4 hours!

Please be reminded that 2012 Dues are Due!

The Okara Lakes Association has a new

Treasurer - Aimee Carey

Checks for $15 should be made out to: OKARA LAKES ASSOCIATION  and sent to:

Christie MacLagger

3 Bradford Lane

Utica, NY 13501   Attention: Aimee Carey

Attention Okara Lakes Members

Contractor Available

Experience shows that once you’ve made up your mind to re-model, or put on an addition it is a difficult task to find the right person.  Some people just hire without checking references often with interesting results.  Other times, contractors do not answer calls and/or qualified people are already busy and you’ve missed your “window of opportunity” for the upcoming season. 

  I would like to make you aware of a contractor who has immediate availability.   Bill McDonough has been a contractor in Old Forge for 23 years.  He has 33 combined years of experience in all phases of construction from foundation to finish, both residential and commercial.  He has just completed a unique cypress and teak shower that illustrates his ability to work on a creative level.  He helped build my garage in 1998 and I proudly report that the building has been trouble free for 14 years!  Bill has done a great deal of work in the Adirondack League Club and is able to provide references upon request.  He is dependable, returns calls and, above all, is an honest person.

 We are all too familiar with the economy and the impact it has on every level.  Bill is not out of work, but has noticed the decline and is capable of taking on additional projects.  If you have been thinking about getting something done in 2012, you may find yourself in front of the curve by contacting Bill before the rush hits.

 He can be reached at 315-369-2562 or GIANTFAN95@yahoo.com

 Let him know that you are an Okara Lakes Member!

Our condolences to the family of Al Starkweather of Easka Road who
passed away on Dec. 21, 2011.
The Starkweather Family may be contacted at:
418 Cypress St.
Utica, NY 13502

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/uticaod/obituary.aspx?n=alfred-l-starkweather&pid=155152185

 If you’re looking for year end contributions, remember as a resident or seasonal resident, a contribution to either of the non-profits organizations above or remembering the service organizations in town such as the fire department, ambulance, EMT’s , Mac’s Safe Ride (to name a few) are always in need of funds.

WALT’S DINER has a new owner, After 18 years, Walt and Lesa Parent are calling it quits in the food industry.  They are, however,  still involved in a number of many other business ventures.  The diner, which will still be called Walt’s, has been purchased by Dave Aliasso, former cook and owner of Aliasso’s Italian Deli in Old Forge.

OKARA TEE SHIRTS AVAILABLE - Just a reminder that Okara Lakes Tee Shirts are available at "Shelter" in Old Forge.  Give Jim Keifer a call at 369-4465.  Let him know you're from the Okara Lakes and receive a discount.  I been wearing mine all winter and it's a quality shirt.

ANY PHOTOS? - since no one has sent anything in, you'll have to put up with my photos.  I will carry the camera with me this week in an attempt to bring you shots around the Okaras.