Our History

The PPPA was formed in the 1950s, originally under the name Perkins Pond Land Owners Association (PPLOA). The association emerged during a period of increasing shoreline development, as seasonal and year-round residents recognized the need for coordination around shared interests, access, and the long-term health of the pond. Early leadership included co-chairmen Paul Lovejoy and Ray Barrett, and annual dues were set at five dollars.

Over time, the association’s focus expanded beyond social events to include environmental stewardship and infrastructure planning. As development increased through the mid- to late-20th century, the PPPA played a central role in addressing issues related to aquatic vegetation, water levels, and water quality. In 1989, the association oversaw the installation of a south outlet culvert beneath Piney Point Road, restoring pond outflow that had been blocked decades earlier when Perkins Pond was used for water storage to support Reed’s Saw Mill.

In the 2000s, under the long-time leadership of President Gary Szalucka, the PPPA strengthened both its community and protective roles. The Board of Directors launched an annual summer festival to foster connection among residents, a tradition that continues today. The association also helped guide major infrastructure improvements, most notably the successful effort to bring sewer service to Perkins Pond. After multiple town votes, the sewer project was approved in 2012 and completed in 2014, with most (95%) cottages within 300 feet of the shoreline now connected to the Sunapee sewer system. In 2026, the PPPA organized funding and spearheaded the development of the Perkins Pond Watershed Management Plan.

Today, the PPPA continues to serve as the primary steward of Perkins Pond, balancing community traditions with efforts to protect water quality, manage development impacts, and preserve the pond for future generations.