Hawthorne II Lake Guidelines

Hawthorne II Home Owners, Remember! The Lake for walking, fishing, and other activities is RESERVED ONLY for residents of Hawthorne II, Hawthorne Commons, and Hawthorne Acres as well as Hawthorne I through a reciprocal arrangement. 

Update June 2024: We have had concerns regarding unauthorized activity around our wonderful lake. There has been 2 pathway lights vandalized, lots of garbage strewn, loud music, foul language and public urination. Please remember:

  • Maintain your lawn and overall yard appearance
  • Keep dogs from running loose outside of your property
    Outdoor equipment should be screened from your neighbor
  • Garbage, Recycle, and brush bins should not be stored outside and visible
  • Fences, gazebos, and additions need board approval prior to constructio
  • \No above ground swimming pools, outbuildings, clotheslines or poles permitted
  • Campers, boats, RV and similar vehicles cannot be stored on your property except within enclosed garages
  • No Fishing After Dark at the Hawthorne II Lake

Thank you! The H2 HOA Board

Hawthorne II Board

President: Don Read
Vice President: C.C. Biggs
Secretary: Toni Wudtke
Treasurer: Mark Clauss
Member At Large: Cherilyn Sytar

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Hawthorne II Homeowners
of Bloomington, Illinois

Welcome to one of Central Illinois’ premiere subdivisions!  The Hawthorne II Homeowner’s Association (H2HA) encompasses three areas for  single family and duplex condominium living:  Hawthorne II, Hawthorne Acres, and Hawthorne Commons.   We have over 223 homes in these areas. 

This website is for the homeowners of the Hawthorne II community, a virtual meeting place to post important information, share our activities, and showcase community events.  

There are lots of activities around our community so make it a point to check this website regularly for events and important notices. As homeowners of Hawthorne II, Hawthorne Commons, and Hawthorne Acres we take pride in the beauty of our community.  Upon entrance into any of these areas, you will notice aesthetically designed homes with large, professionally landscaped yards.

The nine-acre lake is surrounded by a sidewalk perfect for a peaceful stroll or for those wishing to jog, skate or bicycle.  A gentle waterfall flows into the lake.  At night the lampposts illuminate the sidewalk while casting reflections across the water accompanied by three lighted fountains in the lake. 

A branch of the Constitution Trail, for biking and walking, begins just to the south on GE Road, and commercial services such as banking, a coffee shop, wellness center, eateries, and other services are close at hand.

KEEP Hawthorne II LOOKING IT'S BEST: DO YOUR PART TO HELP!

  • Remember to place your garbage and recycle bins inside your garage or behind a screened enclosure. These containers should not be visible from the street or your neighbor’s yard.
  • Maintain your yard appropriately. The board has received multiple comments about poorly maintained yards including thistles, dandelions, and trees/shrubbery encroaching public sidewalks.

Although we have a few minor landscaping projects this summer, we encourage you to take a walk around our lake. Enjoy!

The H2 HOA Board

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H2HA Board News (updated 3 May 2025)

SPECIAL NOTE:  Hawthorne 2 HOA Covenant Changes - Voting completed.  View results & more with memo from the H2HOA Board

-Minutes from May 2025 H2HOA Board Meeting posted.  See under Association tab.

-City bulk pickup first week of May and October. 

-Bloomington water change over. On February 1, 2025, Bloomington shifted its primary water supply from Lake Bloomington to Lake Evergreen due to fluctuating water levels. While the water remains safe to drink, residents may notice temporary changes in taste or odor due to differences in organic compounds between the two lakes. The city routinely alternates between these sources based on seasonal conditions.

-Annual H2HA Meeting held each November. View the latest annual minutes.

-Check out new procedures for Bloomington Removal of Leaves

-Please report any incidence of vandalism. Call police or contact a board member.

Bloomington Recycle Coach


See the new Bloomington consolidated Solid Waste page. This includes the Recycle Coach (bottom of the page) to determine trash, brush, leaves, and recycle pick up for your area. Also information on Free Bulk Pickup for May & October and much more.  The Recycle Coach has an app for Android and iOS.  Hint: The Recycle Coach has an option to set an email/text reminder for each week's schedule and what is collected.  For H2 HOA that is typically Monday.
View City Solid Waste & Recycle Coach

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