The Deka Lake and District Ratepayers Association (DLDRA) is a dynamic non-profit organization comprised of passionate residents and property owners from Deka, Sulphurous, Hathaway, and Higgins Lakes. Our unwavering commitment is to elevate the overall welfare and prosperity of our community. With a focus on fostering strong partnerships with the Cariboo Regional District, government ministries, and fellow community associations, we actively collaborate to fundraise and secure resources for vital community projects. Our primary objective is to safeguard our environment and enhance our quality of life through initiatives that uplift the entire area.

Yearly Engagements: Fostering Community Growth and Enrichment

At the Deka Lake and District Ratepayers Association (DLDRA), we are dedicated to enhancing the vitality of our community through a range of annual commitments. These initiatives reflect our unwavering commitment to promoting a flourishing environment for residents and visitors alike. Here are some of the significant yearly engagements we undertake:

• Informative Newsletter: We take pride in producing and distributing our comprehensive newsletter three times a year. This informative publication serves as a valuable resource, keeping our community well-informed about pertinent updates, upcoming events, and relevant issues that impact our area.
   
• Barbeque - Deka Lake Summer Fishing Derby: In celebration of the annual Deka Lake Summer Fishing Derby, we host a vibrant barbeque event. This lively gathering provides an opportunity for participants to enjoy delectable food, socialize, and revel in the festive atmosphere, forging lasting connections within our community.
   
• Deka Channel Marker Buoys: Since 1998, we have taken on the responsibility of installing, removing, and repairing the Deka Channel Marker Buoys. These essential navigational aids ensure the safety and ease of watercraft navigation in our area, contributing to a seamless boating experience.
   

 

• Designated Swimming Areas Buoys: We also dedicate ourselves to installing, removing, and maintaining buoys in designated swimming areas. By doing so, we create safe and enjoyable swimming spots for our community members and visitors to relish.
   

 

• Portable & Permanent Restrooms: Recognizing the importance of convenient facilities, we provide and maintain portable and permanent restrooms on Deka, Sulphurous, and Higgins lakes. This ensures that everyone can enjoy our beautiful lakes while maintaining sanitation and hygiene.
   

 

• Community Information Boards: We take pride in maintaining community information boards throughout our area. These boards serve as centralized hubs for sharing important notices, local events, and community updates, fostering communication and cohesion among our residents.
   

 

• Accesses and Boat Launches: Our largest projects have been redoing all the accesses and boat launches on our four lakes. Maintaining them and keeping them clean and safe is our biggest priority. This work is ongoing with the help of our many volunteers.
   

• Support for Community Infrastructure Projects: We actively support and contribute to community infrastructure projects that enhance the overall well-being of our area. By investing in and improving vital infrastructural elements, we aim to create an environment that residents can thrive in.
   
• Liaison with Fisheries during the Stocking Process: We establish a vital connection with fisheries authorities, acting as liaisons during the stocking process. By collaborating closely, we ensure the preservation and sustainability of our aquatic resources, fostering a thriving ecosystem for both recreational and ecological purposes.
   

 

• Recycling: The Deka Lake and District Rate Payers Association champions recycling to keep our community clean and support local projects. It's a vital part of our commitment to environmental stewardship and community well-being.​​​​​​​

• Access 1 - Located off Burgess Completed 2019
   

 

• Access 2 - Gravel Boat Launch - Located off Burgess Completed 2018
   

 

• Access 3 - Picnic Table - Located off Burgess Completed 2019
   

 

• Access 4 - Gravel Boat Launch - Picnic Table - Located off Burgess - To be completed 2019
   

 

• Access 5 - Gravel Boat Launch - Picnic Table - Located off Hurst- completed 2019
   

 

• Access 6 - Gravel Boat Launch - Picnic Tables - swimming area - Located off Beazley - completed 2019
   

 

• Access 7 - Gravel Boat Launch - Porta Potty - Picnic Table - Located off Burgess - Completed 2019
   

 

• Access 8 - Cement Boat Launch - Round About - Picnic Tables - Swimming area - Portable Bathrooms, Located off Womack, left on Sangster, right on Beazley (2)- Completed 2018
   

Boat launch, picnic area, designated swimming area and porta potty at Deka Lake Access 8 (2015)

 

• Access 9 - Picnic Table - Located off Beazley (1) - Completed 2018
   

 

• Access 10 - Boat Launch - Located off Womack - Completed 2018
   

 

• Access 11 - Lake Access - Located off Womack - Completed 2019
   

 

• Access 12 - Cement Boat Launch, Round About, Picnic Tables, Porta Potty - Located off Burgess Rd
   

 

• Access Mathura - Boat Launch - Located close to the end of Womack - left on Mathura
   

Hathaway Lake Access

• Small Boat Launch - Picnic Table - Outhouse - Parking - Completed 2021
   

Higgins Lake Access

• Access 1- Launch for Kayaks and Canoes - Porta Potty and Picnic table on access 1. - Completed 2018
   

Refurbish Higgins Lakes Accesses 1 & 2 and installed porta potty on Access 1 (2016)

 

• Access 2 - Launch for Kayaks and Canoes - Completed 2018
   

 

• Access 3 - Gravel Boat Launch - Picnic Table, Porta Potty, Fishing Wharf - Located close to the end of Higgins Lake Rd - Completed 2018
   

Higgins Fishing Wharf Access (2018)

Sulphurous Lake Accesses

• Rec Site and Trail- Gravel Boat Launch - Picnic Tables - Outhouse - Trail - View Point - Swimming Area - Located on Pettyjohn Rd, just before Laing Rd - Completed 2018
   

Access 3 - Gravel Launch for Kayaks and Canoes - Located on Pettyjohn just a short distance off Mahood Lake RdCompleted 2018
 

Picnic Tables

Bulletin Boards

• Built and installed Bulletin Boards at all mailbox sites (various years)
   

Signage

• Beazely Road signage
• Purchased and installed weed abatement signage at Deka Lake Access 8 and 12
• Purchased & installed the "No Shooting" signs throughout the subdivisions
• Involved with the ‘Pack it in, Pack it out’ signs at trail heads
• Higgins and Deka Lake Directional Signs posted on Mahood
• Directional Signs to off Horse Lake and Mahood Lake Rd for Deka Lake, Hathaway Lake, Mahood Falls, Higgins Lake, Sulphurous Lake and Canim Lake
• Built and maintain footbridge across the ditch to the Fire Hazard sign
• Other Community Signage
   

Spill Kits

• Purchased and maintain a Spill Containment Kit (located at Deka access 6, 12 and Sulphurous Lake)
   

Street Lights

• Street Light installed by Hydro at the Mahood/Burgess/ Higgins intersection
• Street Light installed by Hydro at Blain Road by the mailboxes(Ratepayers pay a monthly user fee)
• Street Light - Solar installed by the mailboxes on Beazely Road
   

All this work can only be done with the help of our volunteers, we can’t thank them enough!