PLAW’s work is powered by nine volunteer committees, each focused on an important part of Pelican Lake—from fisheries and aquatic plants to buoys, shoreline restoration, finances, and fundraising.
Committees are led by volunteers and work with qualified professionals when specialized services are needed. Memberships, donations, and fundraising make this work possible.
Have a little time? Have a skill? Just want to help? We need you. No expertise or long-term commitment required.
Find a committee and make an impact on the lake you love.
Protecting What We Love
Water Quality
Works to control Eurasian watermilfoil through mechanical and diver-assisted suction harvesting, while working with PLAW’s lake consultant and maintaining the Comprehensive Lake Management Plan that guides our lake management efforts.
Visit the Water Quality Committee page
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Chair
Bob Mott
Fish & Wildlife
Works with DNR biologists and the Sokaogon Chippewa Community on fish surveys, stocking, and habitat projects. The committee also manages the musky PIT-tag reader program, builds fish cribs, and stays up to date on fishing regulations that affect anglers.
Visit the Fish and Wildlife Committee page
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Chair
Scott Sankey
Land Use
Tends the Shoreland Restoration Garden at Schoepke Town Hall, a native planting demonstration established in 2014, and organizes spring and fall Adopt-a-Highway cleanups across more than 13 miles of roadway.
Visit the Land Use Committee page
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Chair
Mary Schmitzer
More Committees
Boating Safety
Manages Pelican Lake’s hazard buoys—from spring placement and seasonal maintenance to fall removal and replacement. The committee also oversees the restricted fund that supports the program, helping keep boaters safely away from rocks and shallow areas.
Visit the Boating Safety Committee page
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Chair
Jim Frymark
Grant
Secures and manages outside funding that helps support important lake projects, including state aquatic invasive species grants, Clean Boats, Clean Waters funding, and contributions from partner organizations.
It takes research, careful planning, and meeting plenty of deadlines—but the payoff is significant, bringing in tens of thousands of dollars each year to support the work of protecting Pelican Lake.
Visit the Grant Committee page
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Chair
Bob Mott
Fundraising
Plans and coordinates events that both raise funds and bring our community together, including Winterfest, the Ski Show, the FUNRaiser, and various raffles.
The committee also manages PLAW merchandise and business sponsorships. Bring your ideas, your energy, or simply an extra set of hands—we can put all three to work!
Visit the Fundraising Committee page
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Chair
Pat Schenk
Running the Association
Membership
Welcomes new members, manages renewals, and maintains membership records, including voting eligibility for the Annual Membership Meeting.
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Chair
Suz Romsa
Finance
Prepares the annual budget for membership approval, tracks income and expenses across the Association, and oversees financial policies, including conflict of interest and competitive bidding.
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Chair
Judy Boelter
Communication
Keeps members informed and engaged through our newsletter, website, and social media while sharing the photos and stories that celebrate Pelican Lake and our community. Advances technology and digital communication to bring our community together.
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Chair
Alex Rossman
Financial Review
Appointed under the bylaws, the Financial Review Committee operates independently of both the Board of Directors and Finance Committee. Each year, it reviews the Association’s financial statements, providing an independent check of the books and helping ensure transparency and accountability.
Connect With Our Committees
Use our contact form and select the topic that best fits your question or message. It will be directed to the appropriate committee or person.
| Get in Touch With… | Choose this Topic |
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| Membership | Membership and Dues |
| Water Quality, Grant | Water Quality and Invasive Species |
| Fish & Wildlife | Fishing & Wildlife |
| Boating Safety | Boating Safety & Buoys |
| Fundraising | Events & Fundraising |
| Finance, Land Use, Communication | Something Else |
Join the Team Protecting Pelican Lake
Every committee benefits from extra hands and dedicated volunteers to keep things moving. No experience or special qualifications are required—just a willingness to help.
Tell us what interests you, and we’ll connect you with the right people. There’s a place for you at PLAW.