The first Reserve Study was commissioned, and then the first official Reserve Fund was established. This would allow the LPOA to save earmarked funds for 30-40 years of specific projected maintenance and expenses, ensuring that future amenities would not be discarded due to lack of planning. This new structure of annual…
In Jan 2024, the Board approved a motion brought by President Debbie Stalnaker to launch the process of a long term Strategic Vision Process for Lakewood. The Board approved the creation of an Ad-Hoc Steering Committee to oversee the process, which was anticipated to last 12-18 months. The Steering Committee…
The State of Missouri Department of Natural Resources required all private dams to be certified by the State. F&H retained the services of Woodward & Clyde, one of the most reputable engineering firms in the country, to file the paperwork for the two Lakewood dams. In the end, the State…
F&H sold the golf property to Lakewood Oaks Golf Club, Ltd. I. The Golf Club was sold to the members, to be operated as a private Golf Club with equity memberships. They successfully operated the Golf Club and made many quality improvements during the next 15 years. These included a…
This was a 5-year Strategic plan for allocating dues towards major Amenities, at a time when many amenities were reaching the end of their life cycle and they needed to prioritize the major projects. In 2014 the Staff asked for direction from the Board, and the Board recruited the collaboration of…
In order to design an upscale community, Farm & Homes began construction on the Lakewood Oaks Golf Course. It was designed by renowned architect B. Jay Riviere, planned with a clubhouse and restaurant that would be private to golf club members only.
A motion was made 10/9/1997 to relocate staff. Then the Cove Clubhouse underwent a major renovation of the interior and the deck. Total renovation was close to $800k, (equal to $1,523,072 in 2024, with inflation). Food & Beverage staff would remain at the Cove for another 10 years.
After generating decades of memories for families throughout the community, the Cove Clubhouse reached the end of its life cycle and was demolished. At demolition, it was valued at $550k with approximately $1,390,050 in deferred maintenance.
Lakewood Garden Club was started by fourteen women who shared a common interest in plants, landscaping and gardening. Now more than 45 years later, Lakewood Garden Club is a widely respected service club that serves Lakewood and Lee’s Summit.
They were granted nonprofit, tax exempt status. This provided the opportunity for individuals and businesses to make tax-deductible donations to fund many worthwhile community services. The Club has hosted many events over the years, including 17 years of the annual Pontoon Boat/Garden Tour. Due to very low lake levels, the…
