Wind Lake, Wisconsin

Message from the Chair

Introduction

As the new Chairman of the WLMD, I'd like to introduce myself to those I haven't met. My wife, JoAnn, and I have lived in Wind Lake for more than 30 years. We raised our family here, enjoying waterskiing, tubing, and swimming at the sandbar.

Over the years, we've seen the lake change. Sometimes we couldn't see the bottom in the waist-deep water at the end of our pier; more recent times, the water is clear enough to see much deeper at the drop-offs. I also remember summers when thick weeds made boating difficult from midsummer through the end of the season.

Before joining the board, I conducted financial audits for WLMD and attended many monthly meetings. I'm excited to build on the progress of recent years.

Seasonal Update

As I write in late October, boating season has ended for many of us. Residents are removing piers and boat lifts and winterizing their boats. It's good to see people still enjoying the lake for fishing and duck hunting, with more fishing and other seasonal activities to come this winter.

WLMD Accomplishments

The WLMD had a successful year, highlighted by three key accomplishments:

• SECOND HARVESTER: We put a second harvester into service to expand weed harvesting where needed and provide backup if either machine has a mechanical issue.
• LOT IMPROVEMENTS: We installed a new fence and shed at the WLMD lot next to the boat launch, improving access and equipment storage for the harvesting team.
• BUOY IMPROVEMENTS: We installed three new lighted buoys to aid nighttime navigation, marking the channel by grass island and a rock where the water may appear deep.

Acknowledgements

I would like to thank Mike Bluemel, who served as chairman this past year and in previous years and remains on the board; Jeremy Sauld, who has served as secretary for several years; and Jerry Kotarek, this year's weed harvesting manager, along with his team. Thank you all for your contributions to the WLMD.

Looking Ahead to 2027

I look forward to what we can accomplish in 2027 and encourage all residents to attend our monthly meetings to share suggestions and feedback.

The 2027 meeting schedule will be posted in December on our website. I hope to see you at the meetings.

Pat Calliari
WLMD Chair