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LPOA Acquires the Lakewood Oaks Golf Club

In 2006, the equity owner members of the Lakewood Oaks Golf Club, Ltd I, began seeking a buyer for the course. After an extensive discovery period, the LPOA made plans to acquire the course, making an investment to protect homeowners in perpetuity by controlling the course.  The LPOA files as…

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Smokin’ in Lakewood BBQ was Founded

The BBQ was founded by residents Tony Miller, Keenan Stump and Tom Argubright, in conjunction with the Activities Committee. This is the year the American Royal BBQ moved from Kemper Arena to Kansas, and our teams thought it would be preferred to have an epic BBQ competition right here at…

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Our Beginning

The development of the Lakewood community began as a joint venture of two partners:  Farm & Home Savings Association (F&H) of Nevada, Missouri as the lender, and Astro Building Corporation (Astro), Wilmer Andes and Paul Roberts, as the developers.  During this time, they also began the planning of the Raintree…

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The Cove Restaurant Closed

(4105 NW Lake Drive) The Cove Restaurant was closed, and the Food & Beverage expenditures of Lakewood were eliminated. The LHC continued to operate and fund the Golf Club restaurant, and absorbed the $120k in food and beverage expenses, temporarily saving the LPOA from having a Food and Beverage department.…

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Model Home Construction was Underway

The first model homes started to be completed and construction was underway. (Pictured is one of the original homes on Lake Drive and a model home that were on display during the May 1972 Tour of Homes KC.)

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The Red Barn was Razed

There was a large red barn that was converted to a recreation hall and basketball courts.  It was used for rental parties, events and general recreation. Many residents have fond memories of events and birthday parties at the Red Barn. This came down by 1984, for development of The Shores…

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Bass Fishing Club was Founded

Founded by Walter Hammond, the Bass Fishing Club was established to have fun tournaments with neighbors and build great friendships. After 15 years, they are still hosting weekly tournaments throughout the summer for any residents to attend. 

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