RULES OF THE LAKE
GARNER LAKE IS FOR THE EXCLUSIVE USE OF LOT OWNERS
OF PROPERTY IN LAKELAND ESTATES, EAST SHORES, WINDWARD SLOPES, THE PRESERVE AND
THE POINTÉ SUBDIVISIONS
BOATING:
ALL BOATS (INCLUDING FISHING BOATS)
MUST HAVE A LIGHT ON AFTER DUSK.
- Do not run with DOCKING LIGHTS on. They are
blinding to oncoming boaters.
- IN NO CASE shall a motor greater than fifteen
(15) HP be permitted on the lake.
- Sailboats always have the right-of-way.
- No water skiing or pulling anyone on floats,
etc., is permitted.
- All preschoolers and other non-swimmers must wear
size appropriate flotation devices when on the lake.
- When cruising, stay at least 25 feet from shore,
docks and seawalls and run at speeds to minimize wakes and maintain a reasonable
distance from fishermen and swimmers.
- All boats and canoes must display a readily
visible current decal from Lake Management Association. Residents of The Pointe
must display a current decal from The Pointe.
- Only boats and canoes belonging to lot owners are
allowed on the lake.
- Boat ramps are for use by residents only. Do not
block homeowners' driveways. Boat trailers and vehicles must be returned to the
owner's lot as soon as the boat is launched. Trailers and vehicles left on or
near a ramp may be removed or ticketed at the owner's expense.
- House guests are permitted to use the lake and
common areas ONLY when accompanied by residents who can provide proof of
residency.
- All stakeholders are responsible for the behavior
of family members and guests and may forfeit lake privileges if their family
members fail to follow the Rules of the Lake and direction of the Lake Ranger.
Inappropriate behavior as determined by the Lake Ranger requires the offender to
leave the lake immediately regardless of prior authorization by a stakeholder.
- Underage consumption of drugs, or alcohol is
illegal and will not be tolerated under any circumstances. If the Lake Ranger
observes this to be occurring the offending parties will be asked to leave the
lake immediately. LMA reserves the right to notify the Sheriff if such
violations are observed.
- Legitimate stakeholders will be considered
trespassing if fees are not current and boat decal is not affixed to a boat.
This also includes all bank fishing at boat launch areas and other designated
common areas. In such a case the Lake Ranger will ask the offender(s) to leave
the lake immediately.
- The Lake Ranger may enlist the Shelby County
Sheriff’s Department to enforce trespass issues and the Rules of the Lake.
Violators are subject to arrest and prosecution.
- Fishing is permitted in the entire lake.
Permission from a property owner is required to fish from a seawall or
deck.
Bank fishing by lot owners is
permitted at boat launch areas and other designated common areas with
identification showing you to be a lot owner or family
member.
- Houseguests are permitted to fish at common areas
ONLY when accompanied by residents who can provide proof of
residency.
- Jug fishing and trotline fishing are not
permitted.
- No fishing is permitted from the dam.
- The Lake Ranger has the authority to enforce all
RULES OF THE LAKE, as well as to regulate behavior, which might cause danger,
nuisance or annoyance to others. Should it become necessary the Lake Ranger is
authorized to contact the authorities on behalf of Lake Management
Association.
- Inspect your vessel tie-off lines regularly to
insure quality and stability. Because of insurance policies, the Lake Ranger
is NOT allowed to retrieve drifting vessels. Watercraft are the sole
responsibility of the owner.
- Sound carries over water. Refrain from creating
loud noises on the water after 10:00 pm.
- Do not litter the lake. All debris should be
disposed of properly.
- Lot owners may lose lake privileges if lake fees
are more than ninety (90) days overdue.
- The exclusive use of Garner Lake by
stakeholders is a significant enhancement to your safety and property values.
Unrestricted permission for access by non-stakeholders compromises the safety,
security and property values of stakeholders, your neighbors, and will not be
permitted.
- Please be patient with the rangers as they patrol
the lake. They are not there to harass you or your family. They are there for
your safety.
- Anyone who violates these Rules of the Lake may
lose lake privileges for a period of time enforced by Lake Ranger. Residents
must contact LMA to appeal any such action.
- RULES OF THE LAKE may be updated, revised or
changed as deemed necessary and prudent.
- Swimming after dark is dangerous and discouraged.
Anyone swimming after dark must be accompanied by a lighted boat in close
proximity or by illuminated markers.
FISHING: Possession limits per person per day are
listed below. As the limits indicate, fishermen are
encouraged to remove small bass from the lake, as well as small fish of any
species. This helps avoid over-crowding of the lake with small
fish. Fishermen are also encouraged to return bass of 14 inches or more to the
lake, as they represent the future trophy bass in the lake.
*10 bass, with no more
than one bass 14 inches or more in length
*10 bream of any
length
*20 catfish of any
length
*50 crappie of any
length
GENERAL: LMA shall be held harmless for any
accident, which may occur while using the Lake. Lot owners and their families
may use the lake for fishing, boating or swimming, but always at their own risk.
Lot owners may purchase additional LMA decals from LMA, 6510 Stage Road, #1,
Bartlett, TN 38134 for $10 each. Please include your phone number with your
check in the event we need to reach you. Thank you.
The Pointe decals may be purchased from The
Pointe Homeowners Association.
THESE RULES ARE FOR YOUR SAFETY AND
PLEASURE.
VIOLATORS MAY BE BANNED FROM THE
LAKE.
LAKE RANGERS – KELLY & SHEILA
MANLEY - 592-7290
Revised January 2011
