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Special Assessment Town Hall
“Americans can always be trusted to do the right thing, once all other possibilities have been exhausted.”
The Board and I are seeking expert opinions to preserve Camden Lake, minimize costs, and maintain the Association’s financial stability.
We appreciate the 500+ members who participated in the Town Hall on Monday evening.
I would like to thank our guest experts, Willie McKercher MDEQ, and Shannon Wells, Garver Engineer. Their input was valuable as was the construction expertise of Paul McPhail, Board member.
Key Takeaway
We must replace the primary spillway at Camden Lake to bring the dam into compliance with MDEQ.
Why?
o The pipe has outlived its projected life. The pipe is 36-years old. The integrity of a metal corrugated pipe is estimated to be 25 years.
How much will this cost?
o The Opinion of Probable Construction Cost provided by Garver is $2 million.
o LCOA will apply for $300,000 grant if MS Legislature allocates funding.
When will it happen?
o If Special Assessment passes, contractor, and weather permitting, the projected construction is to begin July 1 and be completed by December 2026.
How much do I have to pay?
o Estimate is $850-950 per lot. Payment & schedule announced prior to vote.
Next Town Hall focused on Special Assessment
o January 22, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. Bellevue Clubhouse
o Based upon your immediate feedback, I project the ballot will have two options, a. Yes/No: Yes-replace Camden Dam and No.
o Continue to provide input via Contact Us or your Advisory Council representative
When do I vote?
o March 16, 2026
If we do not act and replace the metal pipe, MDEQ will be forced to lower then drain Camden Lake. This will affect the reputation and property values of all of our Lake Caroline community, regardless of where you live.
If you were unable to attend the Town Hall, click here to view on You Tube channel. Click here for slide presentation. Click here for Q&A.
CMU & PSC
Statement from Herring, Crews and Long:
“On December 2, 2025, the Mississippi Public Service Commission conducted a hearing on LCOA’s request to set aside the rate increases for water and sewer service that were imposed earlier this year. The legal basis for this argument was that CMU did not serve its customers with timely and appropriate notice of the proposed rate increases and therefore the MPSC lacked jurisdiction to approve them. At the conclusion of the hearing, the MPSC denied LCOA’s request to set aside the rate increases. MPSC’s decision was not unanticipated, but the hearing before that agency was a necessary step in order to appeal the rate increase to the Mississippi Supreme Court, where we hope to obtain a fair and favorable ruling from an impartial body.
The MPSC has directed us to file our request for an investigation into whether CMU is providing reasonably adequate water and sewer service to LCOA residents as a matter separate and distinct from the challenge to the rate increases. We will be proceeding on the adequacy of service issues on that basis.”
We will update everyone on progress with these key community issues.
Choosing to remain…optimistic,
Allison
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December 11- Hummingbird Book Club
December 12 - LOLC Christmas Luncheon & Evening Cocktail Party
December 24-26 - Office closed for Christmas Holidays
December 31 - January 2 - Office closed for New Years Holidays
*Watch News Notes for details on these special events. See Weekly Events for events held weekly.
Weekly Events
Bridge Club
Join us Tuesdays from 1-4 pm at Martinique. Anyone interested is encouraged to attend.
Canasta Open Play
Join us Wednesdays from 1-4 pm at Martinique. Anyone interested is encouraged to attend. Please bring a deck of cards and beverage of choice.
Ladies of Lake Caroline Committee Meetings
Thursdays between 10 am and 5pm at the Martinique clubhouse
Mahjong
Join us on Mondays from 1-3 pm and the first, third and fourth Thursdays from 6-8 pm at the Martinique Clubhouse.
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December 3 - 8.12 inches below full pool
November 19 - 10.08 inches below full pool
For past lake levels Click Here for the Lakes Page then select Lake Level.
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