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From the Zoning Inspector Bruce Snyder – Check before starting your project

With spring upon us, our thoughts turn to projects around the home at Clear Lake. Before starting your project, be it a deck, a fence, a shed, remodeling or starting the big project please check with me to make sure the project meets the Zoning Code. There is nothing worse than to start your project only to learn that the project does not comply with the Zoning Code. We all want to keep Clear Lake the greatest place to live.

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Town Marshal Update

Effective February 28, 2008 the Clear Lake Town Council terminated the employment of the Town Marshal who had been placed on paid administrative leave on November 27, 2007. During the period of the Marshal’s administrative leave, and continuing until Council names a replacement, the Town is being patrolled by Deputy Marshal John Gonya. Marshal Gonya has seventeen (17) years of local law enforcement experience and utilizes the Town of Clear Lake police vehicle, equipment, and uniforms while on duty. He will patrol the Town at various days and times. When you see Marshal Gonya on patrol please stop him and introduce yourself.

Calls for emergency police, fire, medical services at any time or day can be obtained by calling 9-1-1.

Requests for usual and routine police services for Town residents such as Hull Identification Number (HIN) verification, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) verification, Concealed Carry Handgun Permits, and related services may be obtained by calling the Town Marshal’s Office at 260.495.9620. These numbers are listed in the Town of Clear Lake Directory. If the office is not staffed at the time of your call please leave a message and you will be contacted.

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Message from the Marshal - - - BE NOSY! OBSERVE! REPORT!

Our Deputy Marshal reports that two unoccupied garage burglaries occurred in the night season on February 7, 2008 near the intersection of Lake and Gecowets Drive. An outboard motor, bicycle, and a case of beer were taken. Please be observant and report any suspicious activity, strange persons or vehicles in your neighborhood by dialing 9-1-1. There is a suspect being investigated in this case but additional information is requested. Please call 260.495.9620 or 260.665.3131 if you can assist.

The Deputy Marshal also advises town residents and property owners to give your cottage a “lived in” look. You can do this by installing timers on interior lights in various rooms and having a neighbor check your cottage periodically. Also, it is a good idea to remove mailboxes and newspaper holders rather than placing tape on them to prevent papers and advertisement flyers from accumulating. The tape and/or accumulated papers shout “No One’s Home”!

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At-Large Councilpersons Selected

At the Dec. 10^th monthly Clear Lake Town Council meeting Sue Williams, 200 Lake Dr. and George Schenkel, 144 Lake Dr. were selected by the current Town Council and named to four-year terms as Clear Lake Town Council as At-Large Trustees.  Their terms will begin on January 1, 2008.  Sue has an extensive background in the healthcare field and has experience as a former school board member.  George has headed up numerous private ventures and has a vast background in finance.  Both are welcome additions to your Town Council.

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Garbage Removal

Please make sure your garbage is out by the road the night before pickup or early morning because the garbage truck has been running earlier than usual.

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With Auto Pay you can have your payment deducted automatically from your checking or savings account. You won't have to change your present banking relationship to take advantage of this service. You will authorize regularly schedule payments and the payments will be made automatically. Proof of payment will appear on your bank statement. This plan will help you in several ways:

*It saves time-fewer checks to write and mail.

*Helps pay your bills in a convenient and timely manner.

*Your payment is always on time-it helps maintain good credit.

*It saves postage-many people spend close to $100 a year on postage.

*It's easy to sign up and easy to cancel.

*No late charges.

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Electronic Check Payments

For those who are going to be paying their sewer billing through electronic checks, please be sure to include your account number or lake property address in with the payment. It is not always clear where or to whom these payments are to be applied. If you have any further questions, please contact Laura Farquhar at 260-495-9158.

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Please be sure to update your owner information if you have moved or changed any other important information. You may use our Owner Information Link to make any changes that are necessary. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Thank you for your cooperation.

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The Town Council has contracted with Ground Rules, Inc. to assist the Comprehensive Master Plan Steering Committee in studying, developing, and recommending changes in the Town of Clear Lake's Zoning and Subdivision Control Ordinances.  Ground Rules, Inc. is an experienced zoning and subdivision ordinance consulting firm that is currently working with the City of Angola, Steuben County, and numerous other nearby political entities in developing their zoning and subdivision control ordinance updates. 

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The Town of Clear Lake's Comprehensive Master Plan Steering Committee has constructed a final document. That document has been passed by the Clear Lake Plan Commission and by the Clear Lake Town Council with minor revisions. That document can be viewed by clicking (Comprehensive Plan).

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Now available is a listing of the town officials' email addresses.  It is located under the Email Directory section.

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Improvement Location Permit (ILP) Application, ILP Check-off List, Variance Application and New Sewer Connection Application forms are available under the Forms section.