Message from the President

2025 was another busy year for BLECA. The Board did the annual inspection of docks in early May to
ensure all were being well maintained. If necessary, dock owners were advised of any issues needing to
be addressed. The Spring GM was held at Lakehurst Hall and was well attended with ~25
members plus Board members. The BLECA annual golf tournament was a success. Led by Monica and Gord Bartlett, our efforts to control invasive plant species continued. Dog Strangling Vine at the waterfront is now largely controlled, as is
European Buckthorn. We have had small groups of members remove Purple Loosestrife from the
waterfront area. A more ambitious effort will be needed to remove Purple Loosestrife from ditches
along Sumcot Drive – watch for further requests for assistance. The annual weed harvesting
happened in July; the day was organized once again by Bob Brown (thank you!). The assistance of many
volunteers and the use of two machines by the weed harvesting company meant a shorter day for all. A
new roof was put on our community Pavilion down by the water. Another annual BBQ took place and many members enjoyed an afternoon of socializing and catching up with neighbors. Let’s hope the weather cooperates this year! The Fall GM was held at the Pavilion. Our board members can be found on this page and will serve until September 2026.
The past 3 years have seen major improvements at the waterfront (enhanced security fencing, extension of the
community dock at the boat launch, new Pavilion roof, cleanup of weather damaged trees). Stay tuned for updates on new projects!
Martyn Obbard
President, BLECA