Pleasant Lake Improvement Association
Annandale, Minnesota
P.O. Box 71, Annandale, MN 55302
A Non-Profit Organization dedicated to improving the water quality and conservation of Pleasant Lake for all to enjoy.
News Release
PLEASANT LAKE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NOTICE OF TREATMENT
The Pleasant Lake Improvement Association has contracted to treat Eurasian Water Milfoil, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, and Starry Stonewort, which are Aquatic Invasive Species in Pleasant Lake in 2025. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has granted to Pleasant Lake Improvement Association a waiver of the requirement that the association obtain the signatures of approval of owners of lake-shore property. Instead, the Pleasant Lake Improvement Association will notify property owners of the treatment through alternate forms. This notice is one form that the Pleasant Lake Improvement Association is using to notify property owners. With regard to the treatment for this year, 2025: 1. The proposed date for treatment: May 1st through September 30, 2025. 2. The target species for the treatment: Eurasian Water Milfoil, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, Starry Stonewort. 3. The method of control or product being used: EPA and MDA registered aquatic herbicides, such as but not limited to Liquid 2,4-D, Granular 2,4-D, Granular Triclopyr, Diquat, and Cutrine Plus. Manual harvesting. 4. How landowners may request that control not occur adjacent to the landowner's property: If you desire that the treatment of aquatic invasive species not occur adjacent to your property, please notify the Pleasant Lake Improvement Association immediately at the following address or email address below: P.O. Box 71 Annandale, MN 55302 PLIAMN@yahoo.com (Published on the PLIA website April 15th, 2025)
Board of Directors
Kyle Bauman | President
Greetings!
I’m new to the board as of the fall of 2020 We have a place next to the landing on the north side of the lake which we own with my brother and sister’s families, alternating each weekend in the summer We have been on the lake since 2013 and enjoy all the lake and town of Annandale has to offer the parks, frisbee golf, In Hot Water, the farmer’s market, and of course the swappers meet. Each of us has kids under 14 so there is always a group of kids running or getting towed around. As for my family, my wife Brenda and I have 3 boys ( Will, and Reed) They have literally grown up getting to enjoy the cabin each summer, and each year it gets more fun (and easier!) Each of them has become quite the little fisherman and it’s pretty amazing how patient they are (except for Reed) They have recently got off the tube and are now onto knee boarding Hopefully we can get them going on skis soon. I grew up in Delano, went to college at St Cloud State, and have lived in Basalt, CO, and Crystal, MN. I have worked at United Healthcare since 2003 and have been a full-time telecommuter since 2009 or so I love traveling around the country to watch the Twins or Vikings play, even though both of them make me absolutely mental. After our oldest was born we decided to move from Crystal to Delano and have lived there since 2013
Pleasant Lake is a vital part of Annandale I want to keep it a clean and safe place for all to enjoy. Hopefully, if you see me paddle boarding by your place you flag me down and offer me a beer. Odds are I’ll be tired and will need a break. I look forward to helping the board in any way I can and meeting more people on the lake!
Jason Theis | Treasurer
We have been on the north side of Pleasant Lake since 2020. When we are not enjoying all that the Annandale area has to offer, we have been very busy updating our lake home, and playing on the lake. Also, Golden doodles have a special place in our family, so you may have already met us out on a walk!
I grew up in Chaska and enjoyed playing sports, especially basketball and golf. I attended college at Wisconsin Stout, and now work in the banking industry.
My wife, Kristen, spent a lot of family time on Pleasant Lake, and we want to do the same with our son, Grayson, and many other family members. I care about the lake, and I want to help ensure its bright future.
Gale Bergstrom | Secretary
Gale is no stranger to the PLIA. She has diligently served as our newsletter editor for several years and does a terrific job! In addition, she has been responsible for our social media and website. Gale is a retired elementary school teacher in the Anoka/Hennepin school district and has a long history on Pleasant Lake with their family place. She and her husband Kevin moved to the lake permanently a few years ago and have been active members of the Annandale community.
Gale and Kevin have two grown children. Their son David and his wife Michelle, live in St. Louis Park and have two young children, Colette and Aidan. Their daughter Kristen and her husband Jason also reside in St. Louis Park, and own the cabin next to the Bergstrom’s So, if you are out for a walk on the north side of Pleasant Lake, feel free to stop and say hi!
Kelli Bronder | Director
A native of Annandale, A native of Annandale, Kelli Bronder grew up on the south side of Pleasant Lake; and the lake has always been her favorite place to be. In August 2020 she and her husband, Matt, had the opportunity to purchase a lake property on the north side of Pleasant Lake. The first year has been filled with projects and wonderful memories. Kelli and Matt reside in Annandale with their two girls, Hadley and Hazel.
Kelli works as a registered nurse at the Annandale Care Center and recently just graduated with her doctorate of nursing practice degree from St. Scholastica in Duluth. She is excited about new career opportunities as a nurse practitioner. When not at the lake you can find Kelli and her family riding ATVs, camping, and traveling.
Kelli is the daughter of Dave and Penny Hogberg , longtime residents of Pleasant Lake.
Pam O’Connell | Director
Glen Simons | Vice President, AIS
In September 2024, my wife Lisa and I purchased a property on the east side of Pleasant Lake. Lisa grew up in Eden Prairie and I in Chanhassen. We have been married for 40 years and are passionate about spending time on the lake, whether it’s cruising on our pontoon, Lisa pulling me barefoot water skiing, or teaching and pulling others in water sports. Before moving, we lived on Eagle Lake in Willmar since 1995. I spent many years on the Eagle Lake board and enjoyed contributing in any way I could. Our lake homes are an important asset, and the quality of the lake is very important for our enjoyment of it.
Lisa and I have two children and three grandchildren. Our daughter lives in Otsego with her husband and two children, while our son resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and one child. Lisa and I retired in May 2024 and love spending time with the grandkids and spend part of our winters in Florida.
Before retirement, I worked for McDonald’s for 46 years and retired as a Director of Operations for a large franchise in West Central MN and North Dakota. Lisa spent 22 years working for the Willmart School District in food service, working in the kitchens and District Office as a food production coordinator. Prior to retirement, she spent seven years working for the same McDonald’s franchise as I did, handling payroll and accounting tasks.
I look forward to assisting the PLIA board in any capacity that is needed, and meeting our new neighbors on Pleasant Lake, whether it’s seeing you on the water or at Pleasant Lake social events.
Kris Schwickerath | Director
Kris and his wife Monica purchased a home on the north side of Pleasant Lake in 2017, which served as a cabin for two years until their family moved to the lake permanently in 2019. The lake has provided so much fun and relaxation for our family and friends. When he is not working on selling real estate, you'll be sure to find him on the lake enjoying fishing, boating, and occasionally water skiing Alan Jackson style. His family has fallen in love with the City of Annandale and its charm.
After moving to Minnesota from Iowa shortly after graduating from Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, he has been a real estate agent and residential appraiser since 2002. Monica graduated from Winona State and is a licensed school nurse for Monticello High School. You will often see them, along with our 4 boys (Ty, Luke, Cole, and Kade), on a walk with our 3 golden doodles.
Kris is looking forward to serving on the PLIA board as a director and is excited to form some new relationships with lake residents. They have met and made friends with many residents on the lake already. It's truly amazing how helpful and friendly everyone has been. They look forward to many more years on the lake!
Scott Halvorson | Director
My name is Scott Halvorson, and I am thrilled to be serving on the Pleasant Lake Improvement Association board. While I am new to the area, my wife Kathy and I began renting the lake home at 264 Basswood Street 5 years ago, which we now own as of June 10, 2024. Two places to the east of us resides Kathy’s sister, Karen Larson and her husband Ray. Kathy and I plan to sell our home in Faribault soon and build our retirement home at our current lake site the Fall of 2025. We have 5 adult children, Jessice (age 39), Blake (age 35), Jenna (age 33), Kayla (age 31), and Luke (age 21). We also have 8 grandchildren, with two additions coming in March and August 2025. Along with such a big family, we also have an adorable English Cocker Spaniel, Lucy (age 7) who loves swimming in Pleasant Lake.
I personally am empolyed with the MN Sex Offender Program as their Reintegration Director and Kathy oversees the MN Women’s Correctional Facility in Shakopee as their Prison Warden.
We enjoy all things lake related! We are excited and eager to make Annandale our permanent home, where the community is considered “The Heart of the Lakes”, as a popular destination for outdoor activities, and also known for its natural beauty, community events, and festivals.
Pleasant Lake in 1957
Pleasant Lake in 2023