SMLA Mission StatementThe Association will represent its members on issues that affect Smith Mountain Lake and its watershed. Members’ interests will be advocated throughout the watershed and the Commonwealth, using education and information as the means to influence constructive outcomes.
All governing documents, Conflict of Interest Policies
and Financial Statements are available in the SMLA Office upon request.
Recent Announcements
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Comments on Revised SMP due 8 April 2013
On 3/7/2013, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
(FERC), Washington D.C., published the following issuance:
Description: Notice of application accepted for filing
and soliciting comments, motions to intervene ...
Posted Mar 7, 2013, 1:48 PM by Site Administrator
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PARTIES PROPOSE CHANGES TO SMITH MOUNTAIN PROJECT SHORELINE PLAN
Rocky Mount, Va., Feb. 28, 2013 – Changes in how the shoreline is managed at Smith Mountain and Leesville lakes could be on the way if the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ...
Posted Mar 2, 2013, 5:19 AM by Site Administrator
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SML Water Levels -- DEQ Approved Variance
Since early July SML water levels have declined from near full pond conditions to approximately 5 feet below full pond. The cause -- Mother Nature. Appalachian's license requires them to ...
Posted Dec 21, 2012, 6:21 AM by Site Administrator
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SHORE Act
To learn more about the SHORE Act (
H.R. 3663
Supporting Home Owner Rights Enforcement Act ) introduced by Virginia's Congressman Robert Hurt visit the "The SHORE Act" at POP ...
Posted Mar 23, 2012, 6:49 AM by Site Administrator
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Governor McDonnell Establishes Uranium Working Group
... As you know, the General Assembly may take up various legislation regarding uranium mining in Virginia. I have asked them not to take any action this session to allow us ...
Posted Jan 24, 2012, 7:45 AM by Site Administrator
View Current Documents
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Feb minutes for Web Page (2013).doc
36k - Apr 27, 2013, 5:50 AM by Site Administrator (v2)
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Apr_2013_SMLA_Newsletter_final.pdf
1123k - Mar 26, 2013, 3:40 PM by Gale Taylor (v2)
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2012 WQM SML Report Final 021613.pdf
5011k - Feb 22, 2013, 2:54 PM by Kristina Mize (v1)
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2013 SMLA Officers and Directors.docx
14k - Feb 8, 2013, 8:35 AM by Site Administrator (v1)
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Jan_2013_SMLA_Newsletter_final.pdf
1001k - Jan 29, 2013, 7:04 AM by Site Administrator (v2)
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Members of the 2013 SMLA Board of DirectorsFront L to R: Russell MacMullan Jr-V. Pres., Gale Taylor-Sec., Randy Stow-Pres., Tom Hofelich-Trea.
Back L to R: Russ Johnson, John Lindsey, Jim Pilversack, Rich Brager, Bob Camicia, Bill Piatt, Kristina Mize, Larry Iceman, Jim Buchanan, Tim Tingler, Pete Lewis, Pat Massa, Not Pictured: Lucy Bailey, Patricia Dade, Charlie Marshall, Mike McEvoy, Terry Naylor, Rob Whitener
Congressman Robert HurtRemarks from Robert Hurt
Delivered to the SMLA Town Hall Meeting 03/15/2012
 I appreciate Kristina Mize and Russ Johnson inviting me to address the Smith Mountain Lake Association at your annual meeting and congratulate you on this special 25 year anniversary!
I regret that my schedule did not allow for me to attend tonight in person. I want to thank you for the leadership that many in this room have provided - in particular your support for the homeowners and businesses around Smith Mountain Lake.
I am working with the leadership of the Energy and Commerce Committee to advance the SHORE Act through the House of Representatives.
In addition, we are reaching out to other House members who represent areas similar to Smith Mountain Lake in order to continue to build support for the SHORE Act.
I appreciate the engaged citizens at Smith Mountain Lake, and in Bedford, Franklin, Pittsylvania and Campbell Counties as well, for bringing this important issue to my attention. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the House and the Senate to address this issue.
Thank you for the leadership and commitment you have exhibited from the Smith Mountain Lake Association, in addition to CURB (Cut Unnecessary Regulatory Burdens) headed by Bill Brush and TCRC (Tri-County Relicensing Committee) headed by Russ Johnson and now Chuck Neudorfer, and with participation from the four surrounding counties. There are other interested businesses and individuals who have spoken with my office and directly with me as I cover the District – attending Chamber meetings, local roundtables, and providing tours of impacted areas.
A special thanks to those of you, including Bill Brush, who took the time and effort to come to Washington and put together a well-prepared presentation for Sen. Warner, FERC, and AEP. It was certainly a positive step forward in communicating the issues that the Smith Mountain Lake area is facing from the revised Shoreline Management Plan.
I am extremely thankful for your hard work on this important issue that threatens the economic vitality of this region and for bringing it to my attention in your efforts to protect this lake. I look forward to continuing to support you in addressing federal issues that impede progress and to ensure the economic vitality of the region. Thank you for allowing me to serve this region in the United States House of Representatives.
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I appreciate Kristina Mize and Russ Johnson inviting me to address the Smith Mountain Lake Association at your annual meeting and congratulate you on this special 25 year anniversary! 
