Why SLAHA Membership Dues Matter for Simonton Lake Residents

The Simonton Lake Area Homeowners Association (SLAHA) plays a vital role in preserving the lake’s natural beauty, community safety, and quality of life. As a volunteer-led association, SLAHA depends on modest annual membership dues—affordable and impactful contributions that empower the organization to serve residents effectively.

🏷️ How Much Do Dues Cost?According to the official SLAHA website, membership dues are simple and fair:

• Household Membership (general): $30 per year
• Senior Members (ages 70–79): $20 per year
• Senior Honorary Members (age 80+): Free, provided the annual renewal form is submitted to maintain membership status. 

Membership runs on a calendar basis (January 1 through December 31). Friendly reminders are mailed out each December ahead of the January start. Even honorary members are asked to submit a renewal form each year so SLAHA can include them in its membership statistics and funding calculations.

What Your Dues SupportThough dues are modest, their impact is far-reaching. Member fees fund:

• Lake preservation and environmental projects, including invasive weed control, water testing, shoreline restoration, and lake-friendly planting efforts.
• Neighborhood safety initiatives, like Lake Alert communication services, dock and buoy marking, and responding to concerns about watercraft and boating regulations.
• Community-building traditions, including the annual Firecracker Boat Parade, homeowner garage sale weekends, “Sunset Circle” meetups, and flag raffles.
• Communication tools, such as the Simonton Says newsletter and website updates.
• New neighbor welcome kits, shore signage, and small-scale safety installations—like dock numbering and AED placement. 

These contributions equip SLAHA to act confidently in coordinating with local government, township officials, and the Simonton Lake Conservancy District.

Why Membership Matters

1. Amplifies Resident Influence:
   Every paid household helps strengthen SLAHA’s standing when advocating with local officials and regulatory agencies on zoning, annexation, or environmental legislation.
2. Keeps You Informed:
   Members automatically receive email alerts, newsletters, and access to important updates on lake-related issues or public meetings affecting Simonton Lake.
3. Connects You to the Community:
   Whether you’re seasonal or full-time, membership opens doors to social events, volunteer opportunities, and meaningful interactions among neighbors.
4. Protects Property Value and Environment:
   Sustained environmental stewardship and safety programming help maintain property values and ensure Simonton Lake remains a desirable place to live and recreate.

How to Join or RenewJoining SLAHA is easy:

1. Download the membership form from the SLAHA website.
2. Complete with required details—even honorary members must do this.
3. Mail the form with payment (if applicable) to:
   Simonton Lake Homeowner’s Association, Inc.
   P.O. Box 1706
   Elkhart, IN 46515-1706 

If you need assistance or have questions, contact the SLAHA treasurer (current contact details available on the website).

Final Thought:
Small Dues, Big Impact
​For just $30 a year (or $20 for those aged 70–79, and free for honorary members aged 80+), you're helping fund meaningful environmental initiatives, community safety efforts, and traditions that bind the lake community together. That’s value you can feel every day—a quieter lake, safer surroundings, stronger civic voice, and a community that works together.

SLAHA membership dues may be small—but the results are anything but. Join—or renew—today, and be part of ongoing efforts to preserve and protect Simonton Lake for now and the future.