Victory Heights Association

The purpose [of the Victory Heights Association] shall be to improve conditions on Victory Heights peninsula on Lac Courte Oreilles, provide for property protection and promote the mutual interests of the members and to foster a spirit of friendliness and cooperation among members.

— Victory Heights Association Articles of Incorporation

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  • VHA Activities & Services

    The Victory Heights Association (VHA)  has been in existence for more than 80 years and was incorporated as a “Not for Profit” organization in 1956.

    The initial purpose of the VHA was to improve conditions on Victory Heights and provide for property protection and promote the mutual interests of the members and to foster a spirit of friendliness and cooperation among the members.

    Today the  Victory Heights Association provides the following for active members:

    Security Patrol – Daily drive by inspection along community roads from April through October looking for damage such as fallen trees or break-ins. An inspection of a residence can be arranged if you suspect a problem, such as  a furnace problems or water leaks by contacting the Security Officer.  

    Liaison for contacting local agencies about community concerns such as safety and roads. The VHA worked with the Town of Sand Lake on the recent repaving job and  is currently working with them to improve visibility for motorists at the intersection of W Victory Heights Cir and  N Victory Heights Cir.

    Sign purchasing for informing motorists about pedestrians and safety

    Boat Landing Expenses VHA shares some expenses with Town of Sand Lake for Dock and Landing and works with them on improvements and schedule 

    Annual Picnic- Your whole family is invited and it is a good chance to meet your neighbors. The VHA provides meat, soft drinks, water and beer. Residents bring side dishes. We've gotten BBQ from Tamarack Farms the last few years. Approximately 85 people attended in 2024.

    Victory Heights Entrance - VHA installed the sign and maintains the landscaping at the entrance to Victory Heights

    Annual Meeting- members gather in early July to vote on activities of VHA and bring up concerns about issues affecting the community.Additional meetings are scheduled as needed.

VHA History

  • The first records that we have of the Victory Heights Association is a deposit at Peoples National Bank in Hayward in September 1943 for $272.48. The next deposit was $4.50 for reimbursement of beer bottles. Dues were $10.

    The first meeting records we have are from August 4, 1946 with the meeting called to order by President Mr. Charles Lietelt.  Members decided to change voting power from everyone attending the meeting to one vote per paid membership. They also selected a new caretaker. A committee was formed to look into the possibility of building a recreational field for children on unimproved  land on the peninsula. A letter was written to Grimh Power Company with concerns about the Billy Boy Dam. Fixed Obligations exceeded dues collectable so they voted to add a special assessment of $2 to the $10 dues. 

    The Victory Heights Association was Incorporated as a Wisconsin Corporation “Without Stock and Not for Profit” on August 22, 1956. Article 3 of the Articles of Incorporation states: The purpose shall be to improve conditions on Victory Heights peninsula on Lac Courte Oreilles , provide for property protection and promote the mutual interests of the members and to foster a spirit of friendliness and cooperation among the members.

    At the turn of the century, the 2000 Annual Meeting was called to order by President Jerry Blake. The annual picnic featured a pig roast. The Ladies Luncheon was held at Maximillian’s Inn. Speeding on the peninsula was an issue. The speed of the FedEx and UPS trucks was noted and it was suggested that the local offices be contacted. Information about the power line controversy was discussed. It was suggested that the Sand Lake Town Board be contacted about cutting weeds along County E and that the curve coming into Victory Heights was dangerous. Members decided that membership in the association be extended to the end of Oak Road and down to the Musky Bay Store.