Paulinskill Lake Association

06/14/2026

🚧 Road Work Notice 🚧

Please be advised that road work is scheduled to begin tomorrow and continue throughout the week, weather permitting.

Work will start on East Walnut Drive and will progress as conditions allow.

For your safety and the safety of our contractor, please use caution when traveling through the area, obey all posted signs, and be alert for workers and equipment.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while these improvements are completed.

06/14/2026

Has anyone lost this cute children's ball? Please DM me!

06/13/2026

Please pull up when you see this. This was pulled up today by Jill

06/13/2026

Take the Paulinskill Lake Dam Centennial Celebration Survey!

In 2027, we will mark the 100th anniversary of the dam that created Paulinskill Lake and helped shape the community we enjoy today.

As we begin exploring plans for our "100 Dam Years" celebration, we are seeking community feedback on potential events, activities, volunteer opportunities, sponsorship interest, and other ideas.

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your thoughts:

https://forms.gle/QT8TzbN4QNLU3xCs9

We also encourage you to share this post with your neighbors and fellow members to help ensure broad community participation.

The survey will remain open through July 9, 2026.

Thank you for helping us celebrate a century of community!

100 Dam Years: Celebrating a Century of Community

06/12/2026

HELP THE PLA GET RID OF WATER CHESTNUT PLANTS IN THE LAKE!

Invasive Water Chestnut Removal
Water chestnut, also known as Trapa natans, is an invasive aquatic plant that can cause many problems for the environment and humans.

Environmental impacts
Water chestnut's dense mats can shade out native plants, which can reduce biodiversity and food and shelter for native fish, waterfowl, and insects. When the mats decompose, they can reduce oxygen levels and sometimes kill fish. The mats can also heat the water, which can impair fish survival.

Human impacts
Water chestnut can make it difficult to use boats, kayaks, canoes, or swim in infested areas. The sharp fruits of the plant can also cause painful wounds if stepped on. Property values along shorelines may also decrease.

Sanitary problems
Water chestnut mats can collect organic waste, which can create water pollution hazards and breeding grounds for mosquitoes.

Pulling out water chestnuts via "hand-pulls" (ie, simply pulling it out of the lake) is best held during the summer when their floating rosettes are present but before their fruits ripen and lower to the sediment - typically from late June through early August. Pulls can be done from a boat, canoe, kayak, or small motorboat

The PLA Board thanks everyone who is pulling out the water chestnut and would ask for your continued effort to rid the lake of this invasive plant.

Thank you for your help!

06/12/2026

**Road Condition Update During Extreme Heat**

The Paulinskill Lake Association is aware of the road conditions being experienced in certain areas of the community during the recent period of extreme heat. We are actively investigating potential remedies and evaluating corrective actions to address these conditions as quickly and effectively as possible.

As temperatures continue to rise, we ask for everyone's patience and understanding. Unfortunately, prolonged periods of intense heat can significantly impact road surfaces, and Mother Nature has presented us with some challenging conditions as we enter the summer season.

For your safety, and to help avoid damage to footwear, bicycle tires, and potential discomfort for pets, we encourage residents to limit walking, biking, and pet walking during the hottest parts of the day whenever possible. Early morning and evening hours may provide safer conditions until temperatures moderate.

Our Roads Committee is monitoring affected areas and assessing available solutions. We will continue to keep the community informed as we make progress and implement corrective actions.

Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and understanding as we work through this issue.

**Paulinskill Lake Association Board of Trustees**

Send a message to learn more

06/08/2026

**Thank You, Stillwater Area Volunteer Fire Company**

The Paulinskill Lake Association would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the members of the **Stillwater Area Volunteer Fire Company** for their recent assistance with the maintenance project at the PLA tennis courts.

Their willingness to step up and lend a hand is yet another example of the commitment and dedication they show to our community every day. Whether responding to emergencies, supporting local projects, or serving their neighbors in countless ways, the members of the Fire Department consistently demonstrate what true community service looks like.

We deeply appreciate everything they do for Stillwater Township and the surrounding area. It is clear that **"Community First"** is more than just a phrase—it is a value that is deeply ingrained in their organization and reflected in their actions.

On behalf of the PLA and our membership, thank you for your support, your service, and your continued dedication to our community. We are fortunate to have such an outstanding group of volunteers serving us all.

**Thank you, Stillwater Township Volunteer Fire Department!** 🚒👏

06/07/2026

⚓ Boating Safety Reminder – Overtaking Other Vessels in New Jersey ⚓

As boating traffic increases, it’s important for all operators to understand New Jersey’s navigation rules regarding overtaking another vessel.

What is an overtaking situation?
An overtaking situation occurs when you approach another boat from behind and intend to pass it. Under New Jersey boating regulations and the Navigation Rules, the vessel doing the passing is always the give-way vessel, while the vessel being passed is the stand-on vessel.

Key Rules to Remember:
✅ The boat being overtaken has the right to maintain its course and speed.
✅ The overtaking boat is responsible for avoiding a collision and passing safely.
✅ Pass only when there is sufficient room and visibility.
✅ Give the other vessel a wide berth and be mindful of your wake.
✅ You remain responsible for keeping clear until you are completely past and safely clear of the vessel.

Wake Matters
Even when overtaking safely, operators must control their speed and wake. New Jersey law prohibits operating a vessel in a manner where its speed or wake creates danger to people, other vessels, or property.

Remember:
On the water, the goal is not to prove who has the “right of way”—it’s to avoid collisions and operate safely. Every boater has a responsibility to maintain a proper lookout and take action when necessary to prevent an accident.

Please boat responsibly, be courteous to fellow boaters, and help keep our waterways safe for everyone. 🚤⚓

06/06/2026

📢 **PLA Beach Badge/Sticker Reminder**

Please remember that **PLA Member Badge/Card or annual sticker must be requested each year**. Card/Stickers are no longer automatically issued, so if you or your family plan to use the beaches this season, be sure to submit your request annually. PLA members in good standing may request member and family badges, and guest badges are also available.

To request your badges electronically, please complete the online form:

[PLA Badge Request Form](https://www.paulinskilllake.com/badge-request-form?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Thank you for helping us streamline the badge/sticker process and ensure everyone has access to the lake facilities this season!