The Committee exists to help protect, maintain, and responsibly manage the village’s lake and beach areas for the benefit of residents, visitors and the local environment. It serves as a caretaker, advisor, and community voice, working to protect Silver Lake while keeping it safe, clean and enjoyable for present and future generations.
Our Role
Lake and Environmental Stewardship
The Committee encourages protection of water quality and shoreline areas, observes and reports signs of pollution or environmental damage, promotes responsible lake use and supports shoreline and lake clean-up activities.
Beach and Public Area Care
The Committee monitors the cleanliness and general condition of beaches and lake access areas and reports erosion, damaged docks, paths or facilities. It assists in planning and overseeing routine maintenance and small improvement projects and helps ensure appropriate signage related to rules, access and safety is maintained.
Safety and Lifeguard Services
The Committee identifies and reports potential safety hazards affecting the lake and beaches and recommends appropriate safety measures, including swim area markers, lifesaving equipment and posted rules. When lifeguard services are provided, the Committee assists with planning, staffing recommendations, scheduling and oversight of lifeguard operations, in coordination with the Village Board and applicable regulations.
Community Use and Communication
The Committee helps balance recreational uses such as swimming, fishing, and non-motor boating. It receives and addresses community concerns related to lake and beach use and communicates relevant information to residents through village-approved notices, meetings or other methods. It promotes respectful and responsible use of shared public areas.
Dam Safety and Monitoring
In coordination with the Public Works Committee, it evaluates findings and recommendations to the Village and relevant regulatory authorities to ensure timely corrective action and continued compliance with safety standards.
Budget and Financial Oversight
The Committee assists in developing and managing the lake and beach budget, including recommending expenditures, monitoring costs and prioritizing projects within available funding. It may support applications for grants or outside funding and provides budget recommendations to the Village Board for approval.
Advisory Role
The Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the Village Board on lake and beach matters, offering recommendations on policies, improvements, safety, staffing and long-term planning.