From the President

It’s been a while since we’ve updated this web page. Here are a few updates:

At the KLA Annual Meeting on June 27, 2026, a couple of KLA members expressed concern over speeding on Klinger Lake Road (near Sandy Beach). In follow-up, the KLA Board welcomed visitors to our July 13th meeting where we explored possible actions. In response to the concerns, the KLA Board has engaged Luis Rosado (the St Joseph County Commissioner who represents White Pigeon Township), who connected us with Garrett Myland (Managing Director of the St Joseph County Road Commission) and Chad Spence (St Joseph Count Sheriff). All these individuals have been informed about the ongoing issues and have expressed willingness to work with citizens and the KLA Board to address the problem. We’ll keep this website updated as to specific actions

Also at the July 13th meeting, the KLA Board elected the following officers for 2026-27: Mike Needham, President; John Dresser, Vice-President; Kirby Baker, Treasurer; Barb Pancoast, Secretary.
At the August 10th meeting of the KLA Board, committee assignments for 2026-27 will be determined. If any KLA member is interested in contributing to the success of the KLA by serving on a committee, please contact Mike Needham to express interest.
While we’re on the topic of getting involved, the KLA Board is always interested in attracting new members. We are limited to 12 members at any time, but if you’d like to get involved, we can find a way to use your talents. Each year, the terms of 4 board members expire, so if you’re interested in joining the board, please contact Mike Needham and we’ll keep you in mind for future involvement.
Before I forget, we all owe a big ‘THANK YOU’ to John Dresser for serving as KLA President for the last couple of years. Also, we should all acknowledge the great work done by Joe Davis leading the 2026 Fireworks.

In closing, I want to share the words I have on a wall plaque in my home:
‘If you are lucky enough to live on the water, you are lucky enough!’
I believe this is particularly true if you live on Klinger Lake.

Mike Needham
269-625-0060