ABOUT LLA
With roots dating back to 1921, the Long Lake Association in Long Lake and Green Lake Townships of Grand Traverse County is one of Michigan’s oldest riparian groups.
OUR OBJECTIVES
1. To preserve Long Lake as a natural resource and recreation area through protection and prudent use of its environs.
2. To be on guard for the health, welfare and safety of the resident community.
3. To be alert to the best interests of the membership in fiscal, economic and civic matters such as taxation, zoning, developments affecting property rights and value, pending legislation, law enforcement, etc.
4. To serve as responsible citizens of the community.
5. To do any and all things lawful as a non-profit corporation in furtherance of these objectives.
6. To re-affirm the ethical principal established in 1953 organization of this association, that the individual rights should be enjoyed and protected without trespassing on the rights of others.
BRENT SCHNELL | PRESIDENT
Brent Schnell was a Long Lake Association Member for several years while living in the Chicago area as his family prepared to build a permanent residence on Long Lake. Brent’s 30+ year career has been focused primarily on sales and business development with high-tech companies like Motorola, Tellabs, Cisco, etc. as well as several high-tech start-up companies. Brent has served on the board for Big Brothers/Big Sisters in the Chicago suburbs, volunteered for Special Olympics, and was a member/volunteer with the West Saddlebag Lake Association in Decatur, MI for over 20 years before coming to Long Lake. Brent has a BS from Michigan State University; an MS from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Chicago. Brent and his wife Laurie and son Tyler have lived on Long Lake since March 2016.
RICK DALSTROM | VICE PRESIDENT
Rick and his wife Kate have been a part of Long Lake since 1995. They have three grown children who get to the lake often and have enjoyed its beauty while growing up. Rick retired from a large distributor of automation and electrical products as a senior executive of sales and marketing in 2017. He remains on the company’s board of directors and actively consults with former industry associates. Rick currently heads up the LLA swimmers itch committee and is the Association’s representative to the Michigan Swimmers Itch Partnership (MISIP).
He and Kate love all things outdoors, especially hiking, biking, and swimming, wherever their travels may take them. Rick feels a commitment to preserving this beautiful lake we call home and actively supports the work of the Long Lake Association.
JANICE MOY | BOARD TREASURER | APPOINTED
LEN KLEIN | BOARD MEMBER – LAKE MANAGEMENT STUDIES | TERM EXPIRES 2019
Len and his wife Connie, a Traverse City native, have been seasonal lake residents since 1979 and full-time since 2005 on Mickey Lake where they both enjoy all aspects of lake living. A recently retired science and math educator, Len has taught at both the high school and college level. He has volunteered with Inland Seas Education Association since 2005 as a lead limnology instructor and crew member. Len believes that we must preserve the quality of the Long Lake Watershed for our use and the use of future generations. We can do this by understanding the lake’s ecosystem and through the use of responsible lake management techniques.
BECKI WATSON | BOARD MEMBER | MEMBERSHIP & NOMINATIONS | RECREATION & SOCIAL
Becki has BS in Animal Science from Colorado State University. She raised 4 children and volunteered at school, church, and filled various sports positions over the years. Becki grew up on Lake Winnebago in Wisconsin.
My husband’s family are all from Traverse City. I have been spending summers here for 30 years and moved here as a year-round resident in 2014. I have always loved the outdoors and would like to help out wherever needed to protect our beautiful lake and keep it clean and safe for everyone to enjoy.
TERRY MOTLEY | FISH & WILDLIFE | TERM EXPIRES 2020
Terry’s professional background is in Sales and Project Management. He has worked for 25 years in the financial services industry, specifically in Mortgage and Consumer finance. Terry retired from Citibank in June 2015.
Terry has a passion for conservation and the outdoors. He would like to serve the community and help preserve and keep Long Lake in its pristine state. Terry also would like to get to know his fellow Riparians.
CAM CORTEGGIANO | BOARD MEMBER | COMMUNICATIONS | 2020-2023
Cam was lucky enough to grow up on the south end of the lake and now resides on the north cove. He and his family have lived on Long Lake for over 35 years. Cam spends most of his free time boating or enjoying recreational activities on one of the islands with friends and family. He currently works in the automotive industry for Hagerty as Event Operations Manager.
DAVE BAKER | BOARD MEMBER | LAKE MANAGEMENT – EWM Treatment
Dave and his wife Karen built their home on the south end of Long Lake in 2016 and are full-time residents. They can frequently be found outdoors enjoying the lake and all it has to offer. Dave’s love of the outdoors stems from his childhood when he spent his summers on Lake Temagami in Ontario. Dave recently retired following a long career in commercial finance where he held various positions of responsibility in senior and executive leadership. Dave joined the LLA Board in 2021.
MARK WALKOWLAK | WATER SAFETY & ROAD CLEAN UP/PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Sherry and I have resided on Long Lake since 1999 where we raised 3 children. I have served on the Board of the Long Lake Peninsula Association and served the community throughout this time. I am a graduate of Delta College, Michigan State University, and Central Michigan University. Early in my career, I served as Executive Director of two chapters of a National non-profit organization before moving to the business world.
DAVE PORATH | COMMUNICATIONS/LONG-RANGE PLANNING
Dave has been living on the lake since 2010 and purchased a home in Eastwood Shores in 2015. He and his wife Stephanie, along with their children and grandchildren, appreciate family time and many outdoor activities. Dave works in the financial services industry as a Senior Vice President for Baird Private Wealth Management. He has served on boards and worked in volunteer organizations previously and appreciates the efforts required. Most recently, Dave served two years as President of the Eastwood Shores Association.