What Not to Flush

Thank You

Pool Cleaning Times

1

From the Board 2

Word Search Challenge 3

COVID-19 Update 4-5

Boating Society 6

Laundry Facilities

Social Distancing

Did You Know...

Concrete & Bricks

7

Sewer Hook-Ups

Thank You Vic

Bike Helmets

8

Golf Cart Insurance

Emergency Procedures

9

Triple Scoop Cafe 12

We are on the Web!! www.carefreeresort.com

Friday, July 3, 2020

CAREFREE LIVING

Inside this issue:

Office Hours 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

The Carefree office is staffed Seven Days a Week for emails or

phone calls only. No walk-ins.

Carefree Resort on Gleniffer Lake

2540 Twp. Rd. 353 Red Deer County, AB

T4G 0K6

Phone: 403-227-2100 Fax: 403-227-2107

Email info@carefreeresort.com

Pearson Berry Farm and Innisfail Growers

will be here in the parking lot across from the

clubhouse this Saturday between 2:00 and

3:00 p.m., weather permitting.

Wipes and

Paper Towels Wipes labelled “Flushable”

appear to go down the toilet

without a problem, however,

they don’t disintegrate as

quickly as toilet paper. Dispose

of flushable/baby wipes and

paper towel into the garbage

instead!

Personal Hygiene

and Contraceptive

Products These products may contain

materials and plastics that

are very difficult to break

down. Properly dispose of

these items in designated

cans (in public washrooms)

or in the trash.

Pharmaceuticals Prevent pharmaceuticals

from infiltrating surface water

and drinking water. Ensure

all your unused or expired

pharmaceuticals are taken to

your local pharmacy for prop-

er disposal.

Fats, Oil and grease These cooking by-products

can harden the insides of

pipes and create a sewage

backup. Use paper towel to

soak up the oil and dispose

of in the trash.

Food scraps and

Waste Food scraps and waste

will cause blockages

throughout the pipes

which will create a sew-

age backup. Put these

items in your household

garbage.

Paints, cleaning prod-

ucts and other house-

hold hazardous waste Products containing toxic ingredi-

ents can be harmful to water

systems and the aquatic habitat.

Dispose of these products as per

the manufacturer instructions.

THANK YOU

We have had multiple

sewer problems in the

past couple of weeks.

This is a result of flush-

ing harmful or inappropri-

ate items that cause

blockages.

We would like to thank

all those who are not

flushing items that are

not bio-degradable down

the sewer system.

Please see ‘What

Not To Flush

PLEASE

NOTE

POOL CLOSURE

FOR CLEANING

& SANITIZING

12:00 noon to

12:30 p.m.

4:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Twyla Tobler, President, Lot 501 email: twyla@carefreeresort.com

Darcy Taylor, Vice-President, Lot 148 email: darcy@carefreeresort.com

Katherine Herron, Treasurer, Lot 5 email: katherine@carefreeresort.com

Catherine Mendonsa, Secretary, Lot 669 email: cat@carefreeresort.com

Russ Thomas, Director, Lot 6 email: russ@carefreeresort.com

Darrel Kent, Safety, Lot 206 email: darrel@carefreeresort.com

David Brown, Development Permits, Lot 173 email: dave@carefreeresort.com

For general Board of Directors inquiries send an email to: board@carefreeresort.com

YOURYOURYOUR

DIRECTORSDIRECTORSDIRECTORS

Carefree Owners and Friends:

Where to begin. I almost feel speechless this year wearing my social hat and reflecting on my

past years opening newsletters. In each new calendar year, long before Carefree opens for May

long, activities and events are organized and planned with all our great Carefree volunteers. This

year saddened me to have to cancel all our events, given these unprecedented times, and wait

aside with everyone else for approvals and or guidelines from Alberta Health Services (AHS).

With so many events and activities going virtual, we decided we could organize and fund a fun

family challenge This event is open for all to participate but only children will receive a treat if

they submit the challenge successfully within the time frame. Please see the ad in the newsletter

for all details on this fun virtual event that will get you out and about.

We also have another exciting update I can provide as I put on my Treasurer’s hat. In the ap-

proved 2020 budget we had set aside money for a new playground in Marina Park as the old

structures had not passed safety codes. After some great negotiations and patience with a Cana-

dian manufacturer, we were able to solidify a great playground, within budget, that will have fun

for all ages. Installation of the playground is expected to begin on July 6th. During this time, we

ask all owners and guests to stay clear of the area until it is safely installed and passed inspec-

tion. We cannot guarantee an end date as that is weather dependent, but we can promise a grand

opening event with a ribbon cutting, balloons and freezies for the kids in attendance.

It is quite a different year indeed and I hope all of you are continuing to stay safe and are enjoying

quality time with family. Keep posted to the weekly newsletter for updates pertaining to COVID

and social activities as we move forward this season.

Katherine Herron

obo Carefree Board of Directors

FAMILY CHALLENGE – WORDSEARCH

EX: Found these leters and lots (W/51)(E/701)(S/1)(T/500)

Alphabet: S W E E T

Lot #: 1 51 701 701 500

YOUR Alphabet:

CHALLENGE Lot #:

Carefree social is presenting an activity for children and their

families to participate in together

Starting Saturday, July 4th, going through to and including Saturday, July 11th.

Each lot can participate only once. Fill in the wordsearch below by collecting

alphabets from around the resort. The letters printed on white letter paper with

blue ink are posted on trailers visible from the road (please be respectful and

do not enter people’s property).

There are 14 alphabets to find in total. But there is more; you must write down the

lot number where you found the alphabet. When you have collected all

14, fill in the word search to unravel the message (note: letters can be

used more than once in the scramble). Submit the

wordsearch, filled out entirely, with your family’s lot

number and only the first names of children to the

store. The store can only receive wordsearch forms

during the week the challenge is open and children

17 and under will be treated to a kid’s ice cream

(regular cone or cup). No rain checks.

If you need a form, pick one up from the outbox in front of the office door.

CAREFREE COVID19 UPDATE – July 2, 2020:

We have not received any new information from Alberta Health Services (AHS); therefore this week

everything will continue to stay status quo. The Board will continue to consult with recommendations

received from AHS towards removing further restrictions where possible. We ask for your patience

and understanding as we navigate the logistics of preventative measures moving forward while con-

tinuing to be cautious in the best interests of the safety of residents and staff.

POOLS

The pool is now open with some guidelines in place which include cleaning every 4 hours. The pool

will be closed for 30 minutes for cleaning each time. Porto-potties will be used as an alternative to

the washrooms.

WASHROOMS/SHOWERS

The resort cannot yet adequately meet all AHS cleaning requirements. As the province recommends

the use of individual residences the Board deems these services non-essential and will remain

closed as per the “Guidance for Private and Municipal Campgrounds” under "Cleaning Shared

Spaces and Equipment".

WASH HOUSE LAUNDRY

Open with some restrictions. Please contact the office to reserve a timeslot for use (2 hr usage). We

must allocate 30 minutes for Carefree staff to clean after each use. We encourage lot owners to take

laundry home to reduce the AHS cleaning requirement when possible.

VISITORS

Although AHS continue to indicate relaunch Guidance for Private and Municipal Campgrounds stat-

ing: "Physical distancing means maintaining a distance of at least 2 metres between attendees who

are not from the same household at all times", we have observed many visitors in the resort. We re-

spectfully request that you ensure visitors do not display any symptoms and/or have been tested pri-

or to entering the resort. We trust our residents will apply good judgement when inviting non-

residents to the resort.

PLAYGROUNDS - IMPORTANT: NOTE TO PARENTS/GUARDIANS

We have allowed access to the playgrounds. Use of the playground structures is solely at the dis-

cretion of parent/guardians. It is recommended that hands are washed prior to using playground

structures as well as immediately after. Please allow for social distancing or sharing access time of

the structures with other families.

Key Reminders:

The office, clubhouse, washrooms/showers remain closed until we receive notice from AHS to

open and are able to meet the cleaning requirements appropriately.

Drop-off and pick-up boxes will be located outside the office for any required forms. Email is

preferred or call the office in advance.

6-foot social distancing continues to apply to all residents and visitors.

Social outdoor gatherings are limited to 100 people with social distancing in effect.

Please refrain from approaching Carefree staff. They will not be offended, but appreciative of

your consideration for their safety.

The store will be open; however, some services may not be available.

Access to beaches will be assessed by AHS closer to the bathing season.

*You may wish to consider downloading and using the ABTraceTogether mobile contact tracing app when out in public

or off your lot within the resort.

PREVENT THE SPREAD

We strongly request that if you are showing any symptoms that you notify the Carefree office and return to your primary

residence immediately, as rural health services are not equipped to handle an outbreak.

AHS MONITORING

AHS will continue to conduct periodic visits to the Resort to observe COVID precautions. If mass

gatherings and physical distancing is not practiced, AHS may escalate to get the facility shut down.”

Obviously, this is not a welcomed outcome, but a possibility if some residents chose not to comply

with AHS recommendations, thereby impacting all residents.

We encourage you to be kind to others during these difficult times. We would like to thank all own-

ers and family members for your understanding and precautionary efforts to prevent the COVID-19

virus from entering Carefree Resort!

If you have any questions regarding the COVID updates, please send an email to

board@carefreeresort.com. We appreciate your time reading this update.

Carefree Board & Management

Stay Safe -- Stay Healthy – Stay Carefree!

Email: glbsboard@gmail.com Website: www.glenifferlakeboatingsociety.org

Address: PO Box 96025 West Springs, AB T3H 0L3

Board of Directors

Dan Lafreniere President Lot 214

Bob Davies Vice President Lot 117

Trevor Hannah Treasurer Lot 222

Alan Taylor Secretary Lot 728

Damien Leroy Director Lot 559

Darrell Dobush Director Lot 052

Jerry Allen Director Lot 608

If you require any

forms such as: associ-

ate membership, slip

rental, new water-

craft, membership

transfer, or credit

card form, they can be

found on the Gleniffer

Lake Boating Society

website under “FORMS”.

THANK

YOU!

Thank you to everyone who

took the time to help with

the marina installation last

weekend—we could not have

done it without you! To

those that helped, you will

be credited $50.00 to-

wards your 2021 fees. See

you on the lake!

The marina board continues to monitor

the water level in the lake. Once it reach-

es the desired level of 945.0m from sea

level, we will open the marina. Please

continue to monitor the website or Care-

free Facebook page for any updates.

OWNERS

Please let the office know if your contact information has changed—email address, home mailing address,

or telephone number.

2 METRES

STAY HEALTHY, STAY SAFE

COVID-19 SOCIAL

DISTANCING IN EFFECT

LAUNDRY FACILITIES

In order to provide laundry facilities during the

COVID-19 pandemic, we will have the washhouse

open seven days a week for scheduled use by

owners. Please contact the office to schedule a

time slot, and to receive an access card. We will

schedule use for a two-hour period for each owner,

with half an hour between users for staff to clean

and disinfect the premises and machines.

Did you know…

37.2 An Occupant shall not:

(g) permit the Unit to be occupied overnight by

more than 9 persons

(whether adult or minor)

except with the prior ap-

proval of the Board;

FACEBOOK Group There is an Owner administered Closed Group called “Carefree Resort Families” that lot owners can join and stay in touch with posts from other lot

owners regarding events, activities, updates, news and anything resort related. See the groups policies as noncompliance will result in immediate

removal.

Disclaimer: The information contained on this Facebook does not include or constitute an opinion of the Board, Management or Staff of Carefree Resort. The aforementioned cannot be

held legally accountable for any and all comments and contents within this page.

CONCRETE & BRICKS

CONCRETE & BRICKS ARE NO LONGER

ACCEPTED IN GARBAGE ROW, OR THE

ADJACENT PROPERTY

Concrete and bricks must be taken to a Transfer Station who accepts

them or taken to Bettensons Sand & Gravel Co. Ltd. n Red Deer. Phone:

403-343-0203. 7774—47 Avenue Close.

LOT 819

Dave Cramer

403-863-0118

Deck, shed, construction project coming up?

Carefree owner since 1994, professional

residential renovator since 1990, I can help!

We have finished checking all lots for proper sewer hook-ups, and have contacted all owners

where there is a problem.

Thank You to those who have replied to our emails and letters, and Thank You to those who

have given access, repaired and/or replaced sewer hook-ups.

Thanks to Vic’s Bobcat for ,once again, donat-

ing his time to spread sand on South Beach.

Vic has been working in the resort for many

years, and continues to offer his expertise to

lots owners for gravel and landscaping lots.

Proper, well-done sewer hook-up Improper, badly done sewer hook-up

BIKE HELMETS It is recommended

that everyone

(especially kids) wear

protective headgear

while riding bicycles

or skateboards, etc. on the roads and

pathways in Carefree Resort.

SEWER HOOK-UP CHECKS

EMERGENCY AND AFTER HOURS HELP

1. Call 911. Your rural address is 2540 Twp. Rd. 353, Red Deer County, and provide your lot number.

2. Then call the resort @ 403-227-2100 choose option #9 or call Se-curity at 403-304-0197.

3. Leave a message including name, lot and phone number where you can be reached, and type of emergency.

4. Staff will respond immediately.

This procedure is for emergencies only.

After Hours Assistance: The black phone outside of the store will allow you to contact

the staff who will respond as soon as possible.

Please press option #9 or phone 403-304-4196.

Please leave name, lot and phone

number so that we can respond.

Police Calls: When you need to call Police,

they require your lot number and street name.

GOLF CART INSURANCE

The last few years, we’ve been pleased with the number of owners who have brought in their proof of golf cart liability early in the season. Thanks very much!

As you know, we require proof of insurance for all golf carts as per policy, and have been enforcing this for a few years.

The policy states: Golf Carts:

The following governs the use of golf carts within Carefree Resort on Gleniffer Lake:

* Golf carts must have four number decals (front, back, and both sides)

and a proof of liability insurance year sticker on the front beside of number sticker.

* Golf Carts will be operated only persons with a valid Driver’s License.

* Owners must produce proof of Liability Insurance.

Please drop off your current proof of liability insurance to the Office, and drop it in the appropriate box outside the door, or fax or email it in, in order to receive your required ‘2020’ sticker. We will be looking for your name, expiry date and specification that the golf cart is in fact covered. With the current situation, please call us, or email us, and we’ll drop your sticker in the Pick Up box outside the office door a few minutes before you arrive at the door.

Golf carts found driving around the resort without a ‘2020’ sticker will be escorted back to their respective lots, and should remain parked until the sticker has been issued. If a golf cart is caught without the appropriate sticker more than once, a fine of $25.00 will be issued to the lot owner. Repeat offenders can expect increasing penalties including having their golf cart removed from the resort.

We are confident that this procedure ensures that our Carefree community is a safer place for all residents.

NOTE

Ron and the Yard Team

lalonderon@shaw.ca 403-589-6294

Spider Spraying including Web removal

Trailers—$75.00

Park Model Homes—$100.00

Follow up spraying within 2 weeks

Complimentary

Grass Cutting—$25.00

Include green space—$40.00

Plant Watering—$8.00—$10.00 per visit

New Grass—$12.00 per visit

Weed Spray—lawn & driveways—$35.00

BILL BRIDGEWATER

Marketing Properties at Carefree Resort

since 1985

Call anytime: 403-850-0114

E-mail: bbridgewater@cirrealty.ca

Buying or Selling - Give Bill a Call!

As your Carefree real estate expert and neighbour I am more than familiar with the current

market conditions, sales and real estate opportunities. If you, or someone you know, is

considering buying or selling, I am ready to help! You deserve a neighbourhood realtor

who will always have your best interests at heart.

Integrity Knowledge Dedication

Your Resident Carefree Realtor

Bill Bridgewater

Lot # 486

Phone: 403-850-0114 ALBERTA’S LARGEST REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE

CIR REALTY 100, 707-10 Avenue SW

Calgary, AB T2R 0B3

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Relax. Your cottage, boat, golf cart

(& sunroom, deck, shed, jet skis &

liability) are covered.

Come see why we’re the better choice for your seasonal dwelling &

watercraft insurance.

Stop in, call or email. 403-279-3133 or jody@jodyjohnston.com

Jody Johnston, Agent (Lot 138)

1 km south of Princess Auto

102-12143 40 St SE

Calgary AB T2Z 4E6

Store Hours Friday—9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Saturday—8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Sunday—9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Monday & Thursday—9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

PROPANE

AVAILABLE 20# & 30# Tanks

Exchange for Trader Tank

Come in for details.

PIZZA

TACO IN THE BAG

MINI DONUTS

PANINIS

NACHO AND CHEESE

YOGURT PARFAITS

Phone: 403-227-5669

Breakfast

Panini

BAKING

CARAMEL

APPLES

MUFFINS

BUTTER TARTS

CINNAMON BUNS

DANISHES

CARROT CAKE

SAUSAGE ROLLS

NANAIMO BARS

and More!

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