Lake Brant Tax District

November 1999 Newsletter

Nov 09, 1999

HERE YE, HERE YE, HERE YE.
THE FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH AT 7.30 PM
That's when your Trustees meet to take care of OUR Lake.. Why don't you take the time out and come along.. It's your money after all..
The meetings are held at
AQUILLA REALTY OFFICE at
15435 N. FLORIDA AVENUE
just 1 1/2 blocks north of Bearss.
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There is a vacancy for a Trustee on the board.. If you are interested, please attend the next committee meeting on Monday Dec. 1st, at 7.30pm.
You must be a Citizen and must be registered to vote..
Trustees meet once a month to discuss the upkeep of the Lake, upkeep the Lake & discuss the districts official business.
If you feel that you can help the district with the Lakes upkeep,
come along and be part of the team.. You won't be sorry ..
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Our thanks to Kent Jones, who recently resigned as a Trustee.
Kent gave many years of service to the Lake, and we wish him well in his new ventures.. Thanks Kent.
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Keep an eye out for 5 Otters living on the Lake.. Their a scream if you see 'em.
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If you have a photo for the newsletter, give it to a Trustee.. We'd like it..
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Guest Editorial by Chris Capkovic.

Lake Brant is a beautiful place for boating.
The sense of freedom & enjoyment we experience on the water can create memories that last a lifetime. Smart boaters are also aware of the dangers !
The Florida Marine Patrol (FMP) concludes that the majority of boating injuries & fatalities occur in boats under 20ft on small inland lakes.
Hey People ! That's us !
Since 1992, we have experienced 7 potentially fatal accidents on Lake Brant. Will the next accident involve you & your family? Will everyone be alright?
What can I do?
Basic boating knowledge, common sense & courtesy can prevent most accidents. Please become a responsible & knowledgeable boater for everyone's sake.
To obtain a free "How to Boat Smart" booklet,
call the FMB at (813) 272 2516.
Here is just a few Brant safety rules:
* Boats must travel in a counterclockwise direction
( personal crafts are boats )
* Boats & skiers etc. must remain on the Lake side of our "safety Buoys" & at least 100ft from all docks, boats & people while underway.
* Do NOT move the "Safety Buoys" or use them as a slalom course.
* A courteous hand wave to fellow boat operators & downed skiers acknowledges each others presence & safety
(this goes along way to boating harmony )
* Do NOT follow closely behind any boat with a skier etc.. (Boats do not have Brakes)
* A boat operator is responsible for the safety of all persons on the boat, skiers & anyone they let operate the boat or personal watercraft.
( Teach your friends our rules before you let them operate on our Lake )
* FL Law: All children under 6 yrs must wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) while underway
* FL Law: All personal watercraft users & all skiers must wear PFD's
*FL Law: No one under 14 years can operate a personal watercraft.
*FL Law: All persons born after 09/30/80 must pass a boater course to operate any boat of
10HP or more.
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Guest Editorial by Bill Ryan.

Lake Brant Snake Watch,
There have been reports of sightings of poisonous snakes along our shores. The three snakes reported have been the Cotton Mouth Water Moccasin, Eastern Diamond Back Rattlesnake & Pigmy Rattlesnakes. Most of the sightings have been along the shore line next to the grass areas of our back yards or next to the wetlands.

The Cotton Mouth Water Moccasin is a gray black in color with a TRIANGLE HEAD, Inside its mouth
is pure white, like cotton. Do not approach this snake or attempt to chase it off. It is capable of striking out 4
to 6 feet. If you encounter this snake, walk away slowly.
The Eastern Diamond Back Rattlesnake warns by rattling it's tail when you approach. It must be coiled to strike. It has a TRIANGLE HEAD and diamond pattern on its body. Do not approach or attempt to chase this snake off. It will strike when
it senses rapid movement. It can strike out 6 to 8 feet.
If you encounter a rattler move away from it slowly.
The Pigmy rattlesnake looks like a baby rattlesnake & has been sighted in shrubby & landscaping. Before weeding or working around your landscaping, take a rake or shovel & beat the bushes. They do not like noise. ALWAYS WEAR HEAVY CANVAS WORK GLOVES.

These snakes are not known to strike while swimming. Most strikes occur along the shoreline where they hunt & look for frogs, mice & small animals. If you see one of these snakes, call a Lake Brant Trustee to report the sighting and REMAIN CLEAR OF THE SNAKE.
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LAKE BRANT TRUSTEES
President - Bill Ryan - 948 7922
Vice President - Dan Romesburg - 949 3734
Treasurer - Chris Capkovic - 949 7922
Secretary - Ken Lloyd - 949 6285
Editor - Lou Dobon - 948 1907
Advisor - Hank Booth
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On the NW Corner of the Lake, there is a natural spring with a depth of 41 feet. You know your on top of it when the water temp. drops by about 25 degrees..
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There have been reports of Rabid Dogs..
If you see one, call a Trustee B4 it bites you!