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KILA relies on several sources of revenue to support our projects and initiatives to improve and enhance Kelleys Island.  These include membership dues, fund raising activities, and donations.  In addition to supporting these projects, your donation to KILA, a 501.c.3 charitable organization, has some tax advantages per IRS regulations. 

1.   Your donation may be deductible when you itemize expenses. 

2.  But, if you claim the standard deduction in 2021, you may still claim a deduction, in addition to the standard deduction, of up to $300 per individual or $600 for joint filers. This “special” above the line deduction is NOT applicable for 2022.

3.   You may make a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) directly from your IRA to KILA.    This direct donation does not count as ordinary income to you as a distribution from your retirement plan usually would.  This QCD will count towards your required minimum distribution (RMD) for those of you older than 70.5.  However, the limit of the contribution (QCD) is $100,000 per person.

It’s not too late to consider a donation to KILA in 2021.

Please consult with your tax advisor to be sure you understand the tax issues with these donations.

The Kelleys Island Landowners Association (KILA), a 501.c.3 charitable organization, is interested in improving and enhancing Kelleys Island.  We ask that KI organizations or individuals with a specific project or initiative that will further this interest and wish for support from KILA, please submit a Request for Support to KILA.  This support may be financial and/or through efforts of our members and volunteers.

We have no formal “grant application process”, but do require a type-written request of no more than two pages (8 ½ x 11 paper; 11 pt. font size minimum) containing the following information:

1. Requestor’s name and contact information
2. Title of project
3. Concise description of project including what is the project, who benefits from it, and how it “improves or enhances” KI.
4. Approval or support by the Village of KI, if applicable (i.e. Mayor or Village Administrator) or property owner (e.g. park, preserve, school, etc.). 
5. Type (financial and/or volunteerism) and amount of support requested.
6. Any other information to help “sell” your proposal.

Please use this link for an on-line request form. You may fill it out on-line or print it and send via email or snail mail.

Requests for 2022 projects must be received by May 1, 2022.  Please send requests to info@kila.rocks or PO Box 22 Kelleys Island, OH 43438-0022.

Submissions received by the due date will be reviewed over the winter and considered by the board of directors at the May, 21 2022 BoD meeting.  Requestors may be asked to present their proposal at this meeting.

Selection criteria are:

• Demonstration of Improvement or Enhancement of KI (audience benefitted, environmental impact, etc.)
• Feasibility of implementation (necessary written approvals, zoning, public support)
• Implementation effort for KILA volunteers (fund raising, acquisition and installation, project management, etc.)
• Funding availability (usually proceeds from the Annual Raffle, other fundraising efforts, and direct donations)
• Visibility of KILA’s contribution.

Here’s an opportunity to “light up” your house, cottage, boat, etc. for Labor Day.

https://kila.rocks/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Light-Up-KI-Press-Release-1.pdf

The Kelleys Island Landowners Association (KILA) is again hosting an annual Candidate’s and Issues Forum at 1:00 P.M.  Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Estes School Gym.  All voters, landowners, and interested persons are invited to attend to hear from the candidates and village officials about their candidacy and the issues (levies) on the ballot and ask questions of them.

We hope you all can attend.

Thank you,

KILA Board of Directors

Website: www.kila.rocks

The following issues have been certified by the board of the Erie County Board of Elections for the November 2, 2021 General Election:

• Kelleys Island Village- Renewal, current operating expenses, 1.75 mills, for 5 years, commencing in 2021.
• Kelleys Island Village- Renewal and increase, emergency medical services, 1.57 mills, for 5 years, commencing in 2021.
• Kelleys Island Village- Additional, providing and maintaining motor vehicles, communications and other equipment used directly in the operation of a police department, 0.36 mill, for 5 years, commencing in 2021. 

Kelleys Island Village Council, 4 to be elected:

• Max Eaton
• Mary Gaither
• Eric Longbrake
• Greg Ritchie
• Scot A. Smith
• Joe Wolfe

 Kelleys Island Board of Education, 3 to be elected:

• Thomas E. Beck
• Debra A. Haig
• Kathleen Phinney

Kelleys Island Board of Education, Unexpired Term, 1 to be elected:

• Nataliya Makarova-Skeans

The KILA annual meeting will be on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at the Estes School. The agenda consists of:

• Election of directors to the board – 7 positions
• President’s Report of the highlights of KILA since the last Annual Meeting
• Discussion about future activities of KILA

The Board of Directors meeting will follow the annual meeting with the newly elected directors. Nominations for a director position should be sent to the Nominating Committee at info@kila.rocks. Any active KILA member may be eligible to be nominated.

The following Board members terms expire in 2021:

	Name	Election Date
1	Algase, Drew	2001
2	Arnold Chris	2015
3	Beck, Tom	2017
4	Behlen, Tom	2015
5	Christy, Wally	2013
6	Coleman, Barb	1973
7	Pucek, Eric	2021(appointed)

This was a real “Community Effort” led by KILA.

Starting with the First Annual KILA Fish Fry on Friday (BIG thanks to Jennifer & Joel) and Frank (of Frank & Dean) for entertaining. Over 100 diners enjoyed the fried perch, sides, and desert prepared by KILA volunteers. It was so well accepted, that we await the 2nd annual Fish Fry.

Then on Saturday:

• The Parade with lots of “floats”, cars, village officials, Parade Marshals Chris Ashley & Jackie Taylor, and the Edison Chargers Marching Band of 75 Middle & High School students. Thanks Tom for organizing a memorable parade and to Lake Erie Shores & Islands (LESI) for a sponsoring grant.
• Pie Contest with 14 entries (Thanks Vicki)
• Island Singers – National Anthem
• The Edison Marching Band concert
• Fat City Band who played all afternoon keeping spirits high
• Kid’s games, Twinkie eating, and Marshmallow golf (thanks Janet)
• The Beer Slide (thanks Dave & Leslie)
• Bounce Castle (Thanks Jim Z)
• Great food (Thanks Jim & crew) & beverages (thanks Frank & crew)
• Booths: local organizations & craft vendors (Thanks Eric),

2021 KILA Homecoming prize winners:

Parade:

• 1^st: Jones Reunion
• 2^nd: Ellie Kane-“Treasure Island Day”
• 3^rd: Steve Hanigosky – “Putt Putt”

Pie Contest:

• 1^st:  June Campbell
• 2^nd: Morgan Barlage
• 3^rd: Virginia Coyne
• Like Grandma’s:  Kiki Arnold
• Most Original: Mandy Barlage

KILA Raffle:

• Kelly (Schnittker) Sims: Grand Prize $2500
• Shelly Cousino: $1000
• Jeremy Grimes: $500
• Joe Cordaro: $250
• Kevin Brown: $100

KILA Member door prize (Franklin Sanitation septic tank pumpout):

• Randy & Jan Garner

Overall Winners: Everyone who participated in Homecoming
Thanks to the many local businesses and KILA volunteers who made this all happen. And thanks to all who attended Homecoming making this a great success.

KILA’s 2021 Homecoming Schedule 

August 13 & 14 @ Pavilion
Friday 5-9 PM	Beer, soda pop, and Snacks
6-8 PM	1st Annual KILA Fish Fry (Pre-sale tickets only)
6-8 PM	Entertainment by Frank and Dean
5-9 PM	Craft Booths & gift market
Saturday 11am-5 PM	(times approximate)
9:00: AM	Pie Contest: Sign in & deliver Pies 8:30am
11:00	Parade on Lakeshore – Lineup 10:30 am
	Theme: KI Activities, Parade Marshalls: Chris Ashley & Jackie Taylor
11:45	Opening Ceremony at Pavilion – Parade & Pie Contest winners
12:00 noon	Island Singers
12:15	Edison Chargers Marching Band
12:30 – 2:00 pm	Fat City Band
12 -1:00	Tour of Fire Trucks and Ambulance
1:00	Estes School Picture (@KILA Booth)
2:00	Marshmallow Golf
2:15	Twinkie Eating Contest
2:20	50-50 Raffle
2:30 to 4 PM	Fat City Band
3 to 3:45	Kids Games
4:00	Last bids due for Silent Auction
4:00	Member’s raffle for Septic system maintenance
4:00	Drawing for KILA Raffle Ticket prizes
Until 5:00	Snacks, Burgers, Dogs & sides
Until 3:00	Snickers Balloon Sculptures
all day	Craft Booths and gift market
all day	Beer and Beverages and Beer Slide
Until 4:00	Bounce Castle
5:00 PM	Shut Down & Clean up
Sponsored by the Kelleys Island Landowners Association – KILA and Lake Erie Shores & Islands (LESI) www.shoresandislands.com