3rd of July Committee

Anyone will tell you that one of their favorite traditions in Laurel Park is watching the epic fireworks on the 3rd of July. You don’t even have to be on the beach to see ‘em, though that’s half the fun. We can thank the Francis Family for that.

Some new ideas are percolating too. Why limit the pre-show celebration to the park? Could we spread the cheer around the neighborhood for a grand celebration experienced deck-by-deck, porch-by-porch, or even in a cul-de-sac or pocket park ? 20-30 minutes of food, drink and music here, 20-30 minutes there, and around the neighborhood we go, meeting new neighbors along the way—making new friends, widening the circle. After all, we have the whole long weekend to play with.

Whether we stick to tradition with a BBQ in Luther Park or “step out” in another direction, it’s up to you, the members, to take charge in organizing the 3rd of July celebration in LPIA’s 100th year and make it special. Please send an email to: lpiavolunteer@gmail.com about how you would like to help. Then we’ll convene the team for some good, ‘ole fashion, brainstorming.

100th Anniversary Committee

Calling all “legacy families” ! Dredge up your oldest memories, dig into those dusty boxes in the attic and then lend your expertise to lead a “One and Done” ad hoc committee to commemorate LPIA’s 100th Anniversary. LPIA was incorporated on Thursday, June 5thIt fall on Sunday, June 8th. (.) There are no less than 5 other individuals who would like to assist the pros, because this opportunity only comes around once.

Who are the legacy families? The Macdougalls, The Morrills, The Francis Family, The Keefes—only need 2 Co-Chairs for this singular celebration. Maybe it’s a digital photo album, maybe it’s a story book, maybe it’s a multimedia affair with audio and video, maybe it’s bling. There doesn’t have to be an in-person event, but the number 100 makes for a great block party / period theme, just sayin’.

No time like the present to get started. This committee is going to need some cash to execute, but we won’t know how much until you tell us. Please send an email to: lpiavolunteer@gmail.com about how you would like to help. Then we’ll convene the team for some good, ‘ole fashion, brainstorming.

Membership & Social Committee

Property Committee

Rules Committee

So far, the Executive Committee has managed to pull off 3 Meet Ups in our first month, followed by a deluxe, well attended Halloween Hoot that was led by one Very Important Volunteer (VIV), Cassie Patriarca. Rounding out our first 45 days, we staged a double-header, marsh & park clean up led by VIV, Nick Mulvihill. Bravo to the members who “showed up”; our fingers were crossed hoping some would!

All told, we delivered on our promise to engage members “before the light changed”. Now we are turning over the reins to the membership to keep the Meet Ups alive this winter and spring, starting with the Holiday event Dec. 21st. Whether it’s cards, football, happenings at Hometown, an impromptu flash dance (!) or snowball fight, this committee is going to be busy in a fun way, so we’re suggesting 2 Co-Chairs. Please send an email to: lpiavolunteer@gmail.com about how you would like to help deliver the fun, because you get to choose. Then we’ll convene the team for some good, ‘ole fashion, brainstorming.

Not much happens if the lights aren’t on, so to speak. Thanks to Nick Mulvihill, VIV, who literally volunteered right out of the gate post election to help keep LPIA properties looking fab. Believe it or not, there are some 50 maintenance tasks now neatly itemized and prioritized on a master list for implementation over the course of the year. Whether it’s replacing a swing, fixing the grill, spiffing up the bocce court, putting up new signs, or what-have-you, this team needs some muscle and you can help as much, or as little as you want. The idea is to have a bit of a bench to pull from and build comradery in the ranks.

Please send an email to: lpiavolunteer@gmail.com about how you would like to help. Then we’ll convene the team and divvy up the list. Truly, it’s not that hard and you could arguably say, it’s fun and rewarding.

We’re looking for a group of people who actually enjoy wading and sifting through legalese and Robert’s Rules so that we can make LPIA’s outdated bylaws better. Good organizing documents will help keep order in the association. A bylaws review will predictably overlap with a review of the Beach Rules too.

If you are good at analyzing and writing, this job is for you! LPIA Member and VIV, Richard Godmintz, has volunteered to lead this charge. If you would like to help, please send an email to: lpiavolunteer@gmail.com. Then we’ll convene the team.