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MAY 2015

CLUBHOUSE
SUMMER HOURS
Beginning May 1st
DON’T FORGET TO VOTE!

Ballots due in the clubhouse
by FRIDAY MAY 15, 5:00 p.m.
40th ANNUAL MEETING
OF THE MEMBERSHIP
May 18, 2015
2015 Board of Director
Candidate Resumes
pages 20-23
Civic Concern Food
Challenge takes place the
entire month!

Kathy Baldwin*

2015
BOARD OF

Guy Balok*

DIRECTORS
CANDIDATES

Mark Your Calendar:
Pool Opens Friday,
May 22 at noon.
Renew or get your pool ID
at the clubhouse
Pool Opening Party
May 24 page 35

Michelle Todorov*

Sandy Nolan*

Women’s Club Luncheon
Dates page 32
GARAGE SALE
Saturday, May 2 at 9:00 a.m.
(Rain date is May 9)
“GARLIC MUSTARD PULL”
Saturday, May 16 at 9:00 a.m.
page 28

Highland Lakes Condominium Association
20301 Silver Spring Drive Northville, MI 48167
Phone: (248) 349-4006 Fax: (248) 349-8821
Website: www.HLCA.us

NORTHVILLE

FARMERS’ MARKET

Opening Day

May 7, 2015
All Co-Owners are responsible
for putting up their own signs.
Tables will be available at the
Clubhouse for those wishing to
set up in the parking lot, on a
first come/first serve basis.

The market is open every
Thursday from
May 7th – October 29th
8am – 3pm

Corner of Sheldon and
Seven Mile Roads in
the Northville Downs
parking lot

Northville Chamber of Commerce
248-349-7640 or www.northville.org
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Highland Lakes
Management Section
Highland Lakes Board of Directors

Kathy Baldwin, President
Michelle Todorov, Vice President
Tom Byrne, Treasurer
Sandy Nolan, Secretary
Kathleen Connor, Director
Judy Nakdimen, Director
Guy Balok, Director
This section of the Herald contains minutes of the Board of Directors’ meetings
and management information. This section is the official medium of communications of the Association as prescribed by Board Resolution R-6, March 22, 1976.
We recommend that you not only read but save this section of the Herald for future
reference. Resolutions and Regulations approved by the Board become part of
your Association By-Laws.
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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY
20301 Silver Spring Drive, Northville, MI 48167
Phone: 248-349-4006
E-mail: [email protected]
Fax: 248-349-8821
Web: www.HLCA.us

After Hours Emergency Maintenance Phone: 248-349-4043
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kathy Baldwin, President............ 248-974-6688
Kathleen Connor, Director........... 248-349-8264
Michelle Todorov, Vice President.. 248-380-1611
Judy Nakdimen, Director............. 248-344-0336
Tom Byrne, Treasurer.................. 248-345-9334
Guy Balok, Director..................... 734-667-3507
Sandy Nolan, Secretary............... 248-349-3587
PERSONNEL
Guinevere Eatmon..................Receptionist (Notary)
Catherine Loy........................................Receptionist
Ken Wiewiora............Maintenance Superintendent

Joe Poma......................................Property Manager
Julie Dykstra......................Administrative Assistant
Sharon Englund....................................Bookkeeper

COMMITTEE INFORMATION
COMMITTEE
Clubhouse
Court Captain

CHAIRPERSON
Barb Balok
Joel Lutz

PHONE
734-667-3507
248-349-6782

Engineering

Tom Werner

248-349-4459

Community Social

Brad Todorov

248-380-1611

BOARD LIAISON
Judy Nakdimen & Tom Byrne
Kathy Baldwin, Sandy Nolan
& Kathleen Connor
Kathleen Connor & Judy Nakdimen

Guy Balok, Judy Nakdimen
& Michelle Todorov
Finance
Joyce Elvy
248-349-1747
Tom Byrne, Guy Balok
& Kathleen Connor
Grounds
Marti Tupper
248-348-9811
Kathy Baldwin, Kathleen Connor
& Judy Nakdimen
Herald
Marty Tingstad
248-344-4928
Kathleen Connor & Sandy Nolan
Lakes Ecology
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------
Guy Balok, Tom Byrne
& Michelle Todorov
Pool
Rosemary Campion 248-349-8227
Guy Balok, & Sandy Nolan
Cheryl Huizing 248-231-7603
RV Hugh Battley 248-349-4841 Michelle Todorov
Tennis Carol Shields 248-305-7123 Michelle Todorov

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

After Hours Emergency ...................................................................................................................248-349-4043
Northville Township Police-Non-Emergency .................................................................................248-349-9400
Northville Township Fire Department ..........................................................................................248-348-5807
Northville Township Police and Fire Emergency ........................................................................................... 911
After Hours Maintenance Emergency ..........................................................................................248-349-4043
Assessment/Billing Inquiries .....................................................................................................248-349-4006
Consumers Power Company .......................................................................................................800-477-5050
DTE-Electric Company ...............................................................................................................800-477-4747
Hazardous Waste Information .....................................................................................................734-326-3936
HLCA WOW! Account Rep (Bob Sivori) ........................................................................................248-808-9872
WOW! Sales & Support .............................................................................................................1-866-496-9669
HLCA AT&T Account Rep (Denise Smith) .....................................................................................810-265-4946
AT&T Sales & Support (Phone or U-Verse) ..................................................................................800-288-3466
HLCA Comcast Account Rep (Fred Campbell) ..............................................................................248-953-7380
Web site ......................................................................................................................................www.HLCA.us
Association Facebook Page ..............................................................................................facebook.com/hlca.mi

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Highland Lakes
Herald

Herald Committee

Marty Tingstad, Chairman
Wilma Leonard
Joy Gaskin

Herald Staff

Ray Parzych
Betty Parzych
Joel Lutz
Tom DeGalan
Gloria Janks
Marty Tingstad
Ilio Alessandri
Barbara Evans
Terry McNally

The Highland Lakes Herald is the official news medium of
the Highland Lakes Condominium Association, serving
all residents, groups and organizations.
The Association and its Board of Directors control and
are responsible for the contents of the Herald.
The staff of the Highland Lakes Herald serves on a
voluntary basis. Editorials reflect the opinions of the
staff and are not construed as representative of the general
membership of the Association.
The Herald welcomes comments, suggestions and articles
from its readers. All material submitted for publication
in the Herald must be true, factual, and newsworthy.
The editor reserves the right to withhold items from
publication pending verification of facts. In some cases
where items are of a critical or controversial nature, the
editor reserves the right to solicit comments from those
with opposing viewpoints.
Materials submitted for publication are to be given to the
receptionist in Highland House. All materials submitted
must be signed, but signatures will be withheld upon
request. Communications to the Herald should be in
writing. No material will be accepted for publication in
the upcoming issue after the 20th of the month.

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SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS
AUTO REPAIR

HOME REPAIR & HANDYMAN SERVICES

Flash Glass................................................. 26

Rob the Builder.......................................... 27

BEAUTY / SKIN CARE

Roger the Handyman............................... 32

Amway....................................................... 26

HOUSE CLEANING

CARPET & FLOORS

Helping Hands.......................................... 27

Colonial Carpet Cleaning........................ 26

INSURANCE

Simply Floor Coverings........................... 31

Merrick Maris Insurance.......................... 38

NORTHVILLE COMMUNITY
Northville Chamber of Commerce...........1

LEGAL

ELDER CARE / PERSONAL ASSISTANCE

Kelly & Kelly ............................................. 30

Diane Allen - Elder Assistant.................. 31

PLUMBING

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS

Evans Plumbing........................................ 26

Northrop-Sassaman.................................. 27
O’Brien Sullivan Funeral Home.............. 31

REAL ESTATE

HEATING & COOLING

Megan Atkinson, Realtor......................... 25

D & G Heating...........................................32

Real Estate One.......................................... 31

Harriman Heating Inc.............................. 30

WINDOWS / WINDOWS REPAIR
R & H Glazing........................................... 27

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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - April 20, 2015

The monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of Highland Lakes Condominium Association was held on the third Monday
of the month, in accordance with the By-Laws of the Association. President Kathy Baldwin called the April 20, 2015, regular
meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 7:30 p.m.

Attendance

The following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Kathleen Connor, Guy Balok, and Judy Nakdimen.
Sandy Nolan and Tom Byrne were excused. Also present were Joe Poma, Property Manager, and Ken Wiewiora, Maintenance
Superintendent. Approximately 16 Co-Owners were also present.

Meet the Candidates Night:

issue of the Herald. Ballots will be mailed the week of April
27, and must be returned to the Clubhouse by 5:00 p.m.,
Prior to the regular meeting, the customary Meet the
May 15.
Candidates Night was held beginning at 7:12 p.m. Election
Committee Chairperson, Donna McNally, introduced the President Kathy Baldwin said that it’s important to vote, not
candidates. The candidates who were present were given only for the candidates to get your support, but there must
the opportunity to discuss their objectives and answer Co- be a quorum in order to have the annual meeting in May.
Owner questions. Four Director seats are up for election this The ballot box will be in the Cubhouse.
year and four candidates submitted résumés: Kathy Baldwin,
Even though the candidates are all incumbents, there still
Michelle Todorov, Sandy Nolan, and Guy Balok.
must be a quorum to avoid repeating the election process.
The résumé of each candidate will be published in the May Encourage your neighbors to vote.

President Kathy Baldwin called the April 20, 2015 regular meeting
of the Board of Directors to order at 7:35 p.m.

Approval of Executive Minutes:

Board Action: Motion by Judy Nakdimen, support by Guy Balok to approve and file the minutes of the March 16,
2015, executive meeting of the Board of Directors. All in favor. Motion passed.



Treasurer’s Report:

currently have a year-to-date favorability of $5,600. Also
running favorable year-to-date are employee benefits,
payroll taxes and real proprty taxes. There was almost a
$45,000 surplus for the month of March, bringing the yearto-date favorability to $52,801.

Property Manager Joe Poma reported.
The receivables have dropped down to $64,500. As Tom
Byrne has stated at previous Board meetings, the Association
is past the mortgage crisis. Homes are selling here and the
Association is recouping some of the assessment losses. The
number of foreclosures has dropped to a minimal amount.
It’s the Association’s belief that, with a little diligent effort,
ultimately this balance could go as low as $20,000 or even
lower as the Association proceeds with collections.

The Board of Directors has voted to replace the clubhouse
server with a current system. The new server will be installed
by Vision Computer of Northville and will be installed within
the next month. It is not an operational expense. The new
server was approved at $14,170, plus the yearly monitoring
for $1,260. That’s a small amount to pay for the amount of
data and work that is done at HLCA. Servers generally last
five to seven years; so, this is a good investment.

Income was favorable this month. The bottom line of the
financial statement shows the Association’s position as very
strong for the month ended March 31, 2015. The Association
is running a surplus of almost $53,000. Most of that is due
to the WOW cable income which was received, because
another threshold was crossed in the number of residents
signed up for WOW.

The Board of Directors has voted on a new phone system
for the clubhouse and maintenance shop. The only
budgetary impact that this is going to have in the shortterm is $100 per month. The phone system is still going
through TDS Metrocom. Since it’s already halfway through
the fiscal year, there is going to be around a $500 overage
for communications alone, which will be recouped in other
areas of administration.

Administrative and maintenance salaries continue to run
a substantial surplus. The other major utility categories,
clubhouse, pool and grounds, maintenance repair and
supplies, are all running favorable coming out of March.
Property and liability insurance is running favorable. We
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Clubhouse Committee Report: (page 18)

2015. All in favor. Motion passed.

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by Lakes Ecology Committee: (pages 14-15)
Kathleen Connor, to accept the Clubhouse Committee report
The Committee will hold off on the recommendation of the
dated April 13, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
graveled areas at Swan Habor and Silver Springs Lake.

Grounds Committee Report: (page 9)

The fishing seminar will be May 14.

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by
Kathleen Connor, to accept the Lakes Ecology Committee
In response to the suggestion of replacing the old crabapple reports dated April 7, 2015, and March 3, 2015, with the
trees at the 8 Mile entrance, some residents like the trees recommendation #3, approving seminar date. All in favor.
and do not want them replaced.
Motion passed.
Joel Lutz reported.

Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor, support by Judy Co-Owner Forum:
Nakdimen, to accept the Grounds Committee report dated
Larry Osiecki, Unit 314, passed out a letter, including pictures
April 13, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
of an area in the parking lot where water collects when it
rains. Larry would like to establish a date when Highland
Finance Committee Report: (page 10)
Lakes can do something to correct it. Kathy Baldwin told Mr.
Joe Poma reported.
Osiecki that Joe and Ken will look at it and get back to him
within the next two weeks.
The annual audit is May 12 at 6 p.m. All are welcome to
attend.

Property Managment Report: (page 17)

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by Guy
Balok, to accept the Finance Committee report dated March Joe Poma reported.
18, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by Judy
Nakdimen, to accept the Property Managment report dated
Engineering Committee Report: (page 11)
April 20, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
Tom Werner reported.
Unit 561 failed to bring in a brochure, but Tom did have a Maintenance Superintendent Report: (page 16)
picture of it on Wallside’s letterhead signed by the contractor.
Tom would like to amend the minutes to include approval of Maintenance Superintendent, Ken Wiewiora, reported.
#12.
Ken said that Waste Management will only pick up waterBoard Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by Judy based paint which has been kitty-litter treated. Per HLCA
Nakdimen, to accept the Engineering Committee report bylaws, no paint should be thrown out in the property’s
dated April 14, 2015, and to accept approvals for #2 - #13. trash. The Co-Owner should wait until the Hazardous Waste
Day and dispose of it properly. Kathy asked Ken to look at the
All in favor. Motion passed.
bylaws again

Court Liasion Committee Report: (page 12)

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by Guy
Balok, to accept the Maintenance Superintendent report
Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor, support by Judy dated April 20, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
Nakdimen, to accept the Court Liaison Committee report
dated April 2, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
The Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

Pool Committee Report: (page 13)
Cheryl Huizing reported.

The Pool Committee meeting will be moved to 5:30 p.m. on
May 12.
Board Action: Motion by Judy Nakdimen, support by Guy
Balok, to accept the Pool Committee report dated April 14,
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Clubhouse Committee
MEMBERS PRESENT
Barbara Balok, Chairperson
Ilio Alessandri

Rob Berlin
Sandy Jarvis
Betty Parzych
Ying Zhang

MEETING DATE: April 13, 2015
GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathy Baldwin, Board President
Judy Nakdimen, Board Liaison
Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
Art Baynes

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. Election. Since Judy O’Connor is unable to continue in the position at this time, Barbara Balok was
unanimously elected as interim Chairperson.
2. Billiard Room Blinds. Art Baynes informed the Committee of the need for some kind of window treatment
to block light in the Billiard Room. He presented price quotes and detailed information about replacement
options for the existing vertical blinds. After some discussion of redecorating the room and current budget
constraints, Rob suggested that roller shades could be installed behind the blinds as a temporary solution. The
Committee agreed to pursue this idea.
3. Donations to Women’s Club for Garage Sale. Members were reminded to price items for donation and
bring them between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m., May 2, and be prepared to stay and help if possible.
4. Civic Concern Collection Competition. Members were urged to make personal contact with other
committees to encourage participation. The winning group will be treated to a dinner party with their choice
from three menus. Barbara will follow up on obtaining boxes.
5. Engraving of Plates for Memorial Plaque. Kathy Baldwin will check on a place to have the engraving
done.



RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Monday, May 4, at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Barbara Balok
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Grounds Committee

MEETING DATE: April 13, 2015

MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz, Secretary
Ray Parzych
Stan Roberson
Catherine Watkins

GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathy Baldwin, Board Liaison
Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison
Joe Poma, Property Manager

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. Members present voted to move election of officers to next month in deference to present chairperson not
being able to attend this meeting.
2. Spring shrub trimming notice will be in the May Herald.
3. Ray Parzych asked if he could monitor the trimming of the weigela shrubs on the island in front of the club
house as the contractor has not been appropriately pruning them.
4. Deciding who will take responsibility for flower areas planting, weeding and watering will be made at the
May meeting.
5. Garlic Mustard Pull on Saturday, May 16th, 9:00 A.M. till Noon, working the woodlands around Silver
Spring Lake. Volunteers are needed.
6. Discussed locations where Monarch Waystations could be created: an area on the east edge of Crystal Lake,
the area between Pond Court and Silver Springs school, and the northwest edge of Swan Harbour Lake.
7. Unit 434 submitted a plan for a monarch butterfly garden on common ground. The location seems very
suitable as it is a steep grade that does not incur any foot traffic. Recommend an alternative to one of the
plant selections as it is not native to this area and thus would not be supportive of our native butterfly
population.
8. Suggestion made for replacing the old crabapple trees on the 8 Mile entrance islands with Cleveland Pears
matching the trees planted on each side of this entrance. Need to explore cost and test if there is any fellow
feeling for this idea.
9. Suggestion made to extend the Silver Spring Lake seawall the length of the Serenity Garden. Cost feasiblity
to be looked into.
10. List of native plants that’ll support Monarch and other types of butterflies and including retail sources to
be prepared for the Herald for co-owners interested in doing something in their patio areas to support
Monarch butterflies.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m.
Submitted by Joel Lutz, Grounds Committee Secretary
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Finance Committee

MEETING DATE: March 18, 2015

MEMBERS PRESENT:
Earl Smith
Cathy Watkins
Joyce Elvy, Chairperson

GUESTS PRESENT:
Tom Byrne, Board Liaison
Guy Balok, Board Liaison
Joe Poma, Property Manager

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. February Financial Statement was reviewed. Balance sheet shows a continued improvement of Working
Capital. Net profit for the year was reduced to $25,797.
2. Some items in the grounds expense remain over budget and are being monitored. The gas and water
accounts are also over budget.
3. Water damage occurred in an empty unit due to frozen pipes. We expect reimbursement from the manage-
ment company for their neglect.
4. The annual audit meeting is May 12 at 6 p.m.


RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: April 22, 2015
Submitted by Earl Smith
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Engineering Committee

MEETING DATE: April 14, 2015

MEMBERS PRESENT:

GUESTS PRESENT:

Judy Nakdimen, Board Liasion
Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison
Ken Wiewiora, Maintenance Superintendent
Joe Poma, Property Manager
Vitor Imbuzeiro
Francis Jensen
Phyllis Stengel

Thomas A. Werner, Chairman
Art Baynes

MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:
1

Unit 576

Archway thru wall
Does not meet HLCA Requirements

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Unit 230
Installation by:

Request will be turned over to the Property Manager

2

Unit 613
Installation by:

3

Unit 399
Installation by:

4

Unit 554
Installation by:

5

Unit 183
Installation by:

6

Unit 529
Installation by:

7

Unit 106

Egress Window
Kurt Russell
Meets HLCA Requirements

9

Windows
Wallside
Meets HLCA Requirements

10

Storm door SD-2
Greg Wojcik
Meets HLCA Requirements

11

Storm door SD-1
Home Depot
Meets HLCA Requirements

12

Railing
Novi Fence
Meets HLCA Requirements

13

Unit 598
Installation by:

Unit 349
Installation by:

Unit 516
Installation by:

Unit 561
Installation by:

Unit 431
Installation by:

Marygrove Awning
Marygrove Awning
Meets HLCA Requirements

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approval of above requests 2 - 11, and 13.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, May 12, at 3:00 p.m.
Submitted by Tom Werner, Chairman
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Patio
Vento Decorative Concrete
Meets HLCA Requirements
Patio
Blackstone Landscaping
Meets HLCA Requirements
Patio
Clipper Landscaping
Meets HLCA Requirements
Patio
North Bound Construction
Meets HLCA Requirements
Windows
Wallside
No brochure turned in
Patio
Frank Sinelli
Meets HLCA Requirements

HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Court Liaison
MEMBERS PRESENT
Joel Lutz, Chairperson
Diane Pittaway, Vice-Chairperson
Barbara Adams, Secretary

MEETING DATE: April 2, 2015
Dianne Hartman
Jim Delaney
Carolyn Toyer
Barb Evans

Donna McNally
Tom Werner
Robert Nulty

GUESTS PRESENT:
Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
Terry McNally

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. At this moment , with Robert Nulty volunteering to represent Neptune court, all of the Highland Lakes Courts are
represented by a Court Liaison. Thank you to all of the volunteers who have stepped up to the role.
2. We discussed the “Smoke Detector” program and wondered if all residents were in compliance? Sandy agreed to
have something in place for the next Herald that would address the need to protect ourselves and our neighbors
from disaster. Joel mentioned that it may be possible that a retailer (Home Depot, Menards, Ace) may be willing to
issue coupons that would offer a discount on the purchase of a fire/smoke detector for the residents of Highland
Lakes.

3. We have not yet replaced the “New Neighbors” reporter previously held by Diane Pittaway. We are working on
having each Court Liaison being the contact for this activity. It is still up in the air at this time.

4. Sandy shared that the Security Guard will be back in service soon. Crime is rising and with the summer
approaching it will be even more of an issue. There will be details in the next Herald about recent crime in
Highland Lakes and surroundings.


RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Thursday, May 7 at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Barb Adams, Secretary
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Pool Committee

MEETING DATE: April 14, 2015

MEMBERS PRESENT:
Cheryl Huizing , Co-Chairperson
Rosemary Campion, Co-Chairperson
Elaine Anderson, Treasurer
Barb Balok

GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathy Baldwin, Board President

Guy Balok, Board Liaison
Joe Poma, Property Manager

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Lifeguards/Pool
Joe gave an update on the lifeguards. Four lifeguards, all of whom worked here last year, will be returning.
He hopes to hire four more before the pool opens.



Prep on the pool will begin on April 27th. Pool opens Friday, May 22nd at noon.
Lifeguards will be offering swim lessons and water aerobics. More info will be in the Herald.
Everyone present agreed that the lounge chairs would no longer be stacked during the day or at night by the pool.
The Lifeguard Manual will be updated to reflect this.
2. Shade for Kiddy Pool
There was concern over no shade for baby/kids at kiddy pool. Guy suggested an off-set umbrella. Joe stated that he
would have a canopy put up in the kiddy pool area, possibly with sides. This should provide some shade for baby/
kids and parents.
3. 2015 Dates for Pool Functions
May 24th

Pool Opening Party

4:30pm

June 13th

Hot Dog Daze Detroit Tigers theme

Noon - 2pm

June 26th or 27th (tentative) Fireworks & all ages late nite swim

8pm - 11pm

July 11th

Adult Pool Party Luau/Beach Party

July 25th

Hot Dog Daze Pure Michigan theme

Noon - 2pm

August 22nd

Hot Dog Daze

Noon - 2pm

September 6th

Pool Closing Party

4:30pm

December 5th

Adult Christmas Party

4. Pool Opening Party will be Sunday, May 24th. Come celebrate the opening of the pool. Please bring a dish to share
by 4pm.
5. Civic Concern Food Challenge will be during the month of May. This is a friendly competition between the High-
land Lakes Committees.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, May 12, at 5:30 p.m.
Submitted by Rosemary Campion
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Lakes Ecology

MEETING DATE: March 3, 2015

MEMBERS PRESENT:
Elise Brady
Jim Delany
Andrew Broessel
Anne Ostroth

GUESTS PRESENT:
Michelle Todorov, Board Liaison
Tom Byrne, Board Liaison
Guy Balok, Board Liaison
Joe Poma, Property Manager

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
Old Business
1. Silver Springs Lakes Boat Storage.
Joe informed the committee that the cost of expanding the boat rack would be around $1,200 including the
removal of a tree near the pool area. After discussion it was concluded that the most feasible alternative was to
provide a gravel area to store additional boats provided the gravel would not harm the boats or be washed into
the lake.
2. Assess need for additional boat storage at Swan Harbor Lake.
As the usable racks are full and there are several boats on the ground it was determined that there is a need for
additional boat storage. After discussion it was concluded that a gravel area over by the dead tree stumps would
be the most feasible.
3. Area around the lake that is receiving chemical lawn treatment.
Joe informed the committee that the lawn between the paths and the lake are not sprayed
4. Goose works for Swan Harbor Lake.
The apartment complexes like the geese and will not support the use of Gooseworks.
New Business
1. Joe informed the committee that the fishing seminar should be in April or May. Jim will contact Joe with possible
dates.
2. Bridge and docks were worked on / replaced.
3. The committee will evaluate interest in boat storage on Crystal Lake.
A note will be included in the Herald advising interested Crystal Lake residents to contact Joe or Andrew.
In additional discussion, Guy provided information about an upcoming shoreline workshop and other lake and lakeshore information.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:
1. Provide graveled areas at both Swan Harbor and Silver Springs Lakes, provided it will not damage the boats or wash
into the lake after a rain storm.
2. Add note in Herald for any Crystal Lake residents to contact Joe or Andrew.

3. Approve date for fishing seminar.

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, May 5, at 7 p.m.
Submitted for the May Herald by Anne Ostroth
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Lakes Ecology

MEETING DATE: April 7, 2015

MEMBERS PRESENT:
Elise Brady
Jim Delany
Earl Smith
Ann Oestroth

GUESTS PRESENT:
Andrew Broessel
Kristine Fenton

Guy Balok, Board Liaison

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. Boat Storage for Crystal Lake was discussed. Estimated cost is approximately $600. The questions that
came up were:

1.
Where will the funding for this project come from?

2.
Where will the placement of the storage be?
2. Elise Brady asked about the paddle boats on Swan Harbor. Are we able to build a sea wall to attach the boats
to? Ann Oestroth went to a seminar last month where she received information about other solutions for
boat storage and landscaping around lakes. She will present the information at the next meeting.
3. Jim Delany will be the Presenter for a Fishing Fundamentals Seminar for residents of Highland Lakes.
Jim is a seasoned fisherman and has several years of experience giving these fishing seminars. He has much
knowledge to share! He has put seminars on for adults as well as youth. An insert will be put into next
month’s Herald. The tentative date is Thursday, May 14th, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The sandwich boards will
be placed outdoors to announce the date and time to residents. There will be an RSVP required by
May12th or a call to the office. A head count is needed so the appropriate number of handouts will be
available for attendees. It was decided to open attendance to residents 12 and up. Children 12 and up must
be accompanied by an adult.
4. Kristine Fenton asked if there will be a Lakes clean-up day again this year. It was noted that there is trash
and debris in the lakes that needs to be collected and removed. Further details will be discussed next month.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, May 5, at 7 p.m.
Submitted for the Kristine Fenton
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MAINTENANCE REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Property Manager, Co-Owners
FROM: Ken Wiewiora - Maintenance Superintendent

RE: Maintenance Report
DATE: April 20, 2015

1. Trash, Compost and building materials. Waste Management has started to pick up compost for the
season. Compost will only be picked up if packaged in a brown paper compost bag!!!
Please review the proper disposal procedures of trash, compost, and building materials,
And Paints, located on all of the trash corrals on the property.
Waste Management – our trash hauler – WILL NOT PICK UP IMPROPERLY BAGGED COMPOST OR TRASH, AND
IMPROPERLY PLACED BUILDING MATERIALS.
Let’s all step-up to keep our community clean, & please report trash violators to the clubhouse.
2. Grounds: Snow is finally gone for the year! We have started on the summer cleanup program. Leaves have all been
blown and vacuumed up. Lawn edging started last week, and our first lawn cutting will start the week of April 27th.
Lawn fertilization will be applied May 4th through May 8th weather permitting. We took a break from the normal
routine, and the complete crew attacked the Buck Thorn problem, that was marked for removal around Silver Spring
Lake. General grounds cleanup & restoration will continue. As of today, most of the winter damage has been repaired.
There are still multiple spots where someone has driven off road and did damage to our turf, will be restored next.
Then the grounds crew will be on the regular program of restoration. Wood chips and top soil have arrived at the shop
last week.
3. Equipment: As of today, all of the summer grounds equipment has gone through a pre-season inspection and all is in
working order. Over the past month we had repairs to the van, and tractor
4. Unit Repair: We are seeing a normal spring time work order flow, Fence repairs, minor roof leaks, grounds repairs,
and even sprinkler repair request.
5. Pool: The Swimming pool is slated to be drained, cleaned, serviced, and filled on May 11th and 12th. Our annual
boiler inspection is set up for the following week.
6. Trash: Please pass on the word, help police our neighbors about proper trash disposal. Rules and be found posted on
all of our trash locations. Note, only water based paints can be disposed of, the paint must be opened and fully dried
out with a mixture of kitty litter. Compost must be placed in paper bags. No plastic allowed in compost.

If there is any ground or building concerns, please contact the Clubhouse at
1-248-349-4006 and request a work order to be submitted.
Thank You Ken Wiewiora HLCA Maintenance Superintendent

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MANAGEMENT REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Co-Owners
FROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager

RE: Property Manager’s Report
DATE: April 20, 2015

1. Northville and the surrounding areas are experiencing a spike in vehicle related thefts; Highland Lakes is no exception.
In this immediate area, we have had a number of cars placed on blocks with the wheels & rims stolen. What surprises
everyone is the brazen way in which it is accomplished; the car is jacked up in the late evening or early morning hours
and placed on patio paver bocks. The wheels are removed and the lug nuts are left in a pile next to each wheel-well. The
vehicle is often right in the middle of a courtyard in plain view of all of the surrounding buildings, but the thieves are
counting on the fact that everyone is asleep, perhaps taking advantage of a lower light area and using tools that are quiet;
possibly breaker bars, silent jacks, and no impact or noise-producing tools. Criminals that are this daring are the ones
that can be very dangerous as well. If you see any activity in your courtyard that looks suspicious, call the Northville
Township Police dispatch at (248) 349-9400 or call “911” directly. Do not assume that your neighbors will make a call
to the police when something suspicious is taking place. There is no penalty for being wrong. Do not engage in contact
with a suspicious person. The police are well aware of the problem and are working on a resolution. The first vehicles
that were targeted were Lincoln or Ford Edge SUV’s that share the same chassis or platform, meaning that interchangeable parts for these vehicles were likely sought after, but more recently, a new or newer Ford Fusion was targeted as
well. You may want to invest in a locking lugnut and keep it on yourself or on the driver of the vehicle rather than in
the glovebox. For those of you that are bound to leave it at home and find yourself with a flat tire along the road, hide
it somewhere in the vehicle instead. Furthermore, make sure that your cars are locked at all times, because thieves will
usually test car doors and pick the easy ones. Many modern day vehicles have windows that are not recessed into a window channel at the top, meaning that tools of today consist only of a “wedge” to pull the window away from the weatherstrip and a rod or hanger that will be placed into the opening and used to press the power lock button. Finally, make
sure that you have adequate insurance coverage for your vehicle and when it comes to theft as opposed to collision, opt
for a low or zero deductible and rental car coverage. As the old saying goes, crime has no address, and Highland Lakes is
situated in a quiet area accessible by main roads, so that extra degree of caution will go a long way.
2. The office is still collecting recycling surveys, so if you have not turned yours in, we would like your input. We have 691
homes here and I have collected 107 surveys. Out of those 107, I have had 64 residents say that they want recycling, 27
say that they do not, and 1 blank survey. However, there are 15 more that say that they would like it, but only if there is
no cost, and since there would indeed be a cost, I have to count that as a “no”. This means that the question remains to
be answered, with 64 yes votes and 42 no votes. I added the third option on the survey simply because I wanted to know
if cost was the overriding factor as to why someone would not want the program. At this point, I am not tabulating
how many residents chose a particular price level either, because I first want to establish if they want it at all. Although
the surveys received represent a larger number than any committee we have at Highland Lakes, it is still far too early to
prove how the residents feel about it, as only 15.5% have responded. We would appreciate hearing from as many residents as possible, because as you know, the budget season is approaching and now is the time to find out.
3. I reported earlier that we had four lifeguards returning from last year and we need a total of eight to comfortably operate
the pool. As of this date, we are up to five, meaning that we have more than enough to prep the pool and enclosure for
the upcoming season, but we have three more positions to fill before Memorial Day weekend. The Association is using
its best efforts to find quality applicants that are certified and genuinely care about working and providing the safest
possible environment for our residents. The same is true with the Security Guard position. As with every open employment position out there, there is always an over-abundance of applicants and a shortage of quality. We will hopefully
have a Security Guard by late April or early May and the pool is scheduled to open on Friday, May 22nd at noon, so that
you can enjoy it during your Memorial Day weekend. Now all we need is some sunshine and warm weather.
4. The annual meeting of the Board of Directors is upon us and the bylaws require a “quorum” of voters to vote for the
available Board positions in order for the election to be valid. A quorum is 30% of all voters eligible to vote in the election, which means that if all units were otherwise eligible, we would need 207 votes. In the past, the number of eligible
votes received has fluctuated between 210 and 235, meaning that we barely had a valid election, so I am asking all
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residents to make sure that you vote in this election. None of us want to repeat it and waste time and money in
sending everything out again.
5. With the advent of spring and summer, people are going to be out and about doing yard work and landscaping and
making our community look great. Remember that yard waste needs to be placed in paper yard waste bags and placed
next to the trash corral, not in it. Every year, we still have residents that are placing yard waste in plastic bags and the
trash company will not pick these up. Yard waste bags are only about $2 for five bags. They can be purchased at Home
Depot or almost any hardware store. Do not dispose of brick, patio pavers, fill dirt, logs or anything heavy or bulky in,
or next to, the trash corrals. Some of these items can be placed in the large dumpsters located at the maintenance yard,
but an appointment is necessary. If you are having a contractor do work, they need to haul the debris away as part of
their contract. We often find cabinets, carpeting, lumber and a ton of other materials left behind by contractors doing
renovation work. The actual co-owner is the only person that should be disposing of construction debris next to our
corrals.
6. I received a newsletter from Northville Township and I’m placing the page regarding water rate increases in the Herald
for you to review. The suburbs are getting hit with some astronomical increases, but they affect the “fixed rate” portion of the bill only, and without getting into too much detail, when you hear that water rates are going up “16%-25%”,
it does not mean that we need a water budget that is 25% higher. Nevertheless, there are non-variable portions of our
budget over which we have little control, over and above scaling back summertime watering or dialing down usage
elsewhere when possible. Among these are water and natural gas, and non-utility related accounts such as property
insurance, healthcare, taxes, or fixed contractual costs for tree removal, goose remediation or fertilizing expense. The
Association “shops around” to bring the best possible pricing back to the residents, which involves a research and bidding process and no loyalty to any specific company, but we are also conscious that costs are going up and we have to
adapt. Every year, I discuss these various issues, and make the statement that this isn’t a primer for higher assessments.
I have not done the budget research yet and there still has to be an analysis of expenses from the last fiscal year as it
relates to industry price increases, if any.
7. The roofing project will most likely have started by the time you are reading this. For those of you that reside in the
16 buildings being re-roofed this year, do your best to keep vehicles away from the entrances to the courtyard to allow
construction equipment to access the area. Move vehicles away from the front of the building being worked on, and
use care when going to and from your units or accessing the parking lot. Construction work is not only noisy, but
there will be nails, aluminum siding, wood and other debris everywhere. Make sure that you have any patio tables,
lawn ornaments, planters, or anything of value away from the building so that falling debris will not destroy it. Each
building takes about one week to re-roof in good weather. The progression of building numbers is as follows: 19,
20, 61, 57, 56, 51, 52, 53, 50, 47, 46, 34, 33, 71, 76, 75. In a perfect, all clear-weather season, you could take the starting date of the roofing project and assume that each building takes one week to complete and arrive at an “estimated”
date for your building. So, if the start date was May 4th, then building 52 would be done right around June 15th. Of
course, that’s not how things generally work, but at least it may get you in the ballpark. It will be highly unlikely that
the last building will be completed by mid-August and a more typical project completion is around October 1st, so
factor in a later date than one that is earlier. Finally, there is a slight chance that we will need to adjust the progression
due to some unknown reason, although that is also unlikely. We have seen property values in Highland Lakes go up
in recent months and homes are selling fairly quickly. I’m not blaming it exclusively on the roofing project and the
market appears to be recovering, but when you take the roofing project, the resurfacing of Silver Spring Drive and the
other capital improvements that are taking place, the community is really looking nice. We ask for your cooperation
as we complete this project; just this summer and the next is all that is left and then perhaps we will look at siding or
fences. That remains to be discussed at a future date.
8. Do not forget to purchase your 2015 watercraft registration sticker at the front desk of the clubhouse. The cost is
$5 and will prevent the watercraft from being confiscated and auctioned. We make a diligent effort to contact every
co-owner who is not current in registration, but there are always some that do not have current contact information.
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9. Just a reminder that trash removal takes place on Monday and Thursday, so trash (especially larger things like the type
you put alongside the corral) should be placed out on Sunday night or Wednesday night to minimize the amount of
time that your neighbors have to look at it. If you have any questions about trash removal procedures, please call the
office.
10. Take advantage of all your community has to offer in the way of social events at the pool and clubhouse as time permits.
The pool should be open on Friday, May 22th, and a list of events is available from the pool committee and social
committee.

Reminder:

All boats must
registered
annually.

Boat registration
stickers are just $5 at the
clubhouse.
All boats not
registered
will be impounded.
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Michelle Todorov

Amboy Court
Residence of HLCA ~ 23 Years
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT






Highland Lakes Board Member (2009-present)
Highland Lakes Finance Committee Co-chair (2006-2009)
Highland Lakes Community Social Committee (2007-Present)
Highland Lakes Vision Committee (2007-2013)
Highland Lakes Herald Committee (2006-2007)

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - Eastern Michigan University - 1996
Masters in Education - Eastern Michigan University - 2004
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Farmington Public Schools, 19 years
Literacy Interventionist
• Galileo Leadership Academy graduate
• Reading Intervention Specialist
OBJECTIVES







Maintain a friendly and inviting community in which all residents can flourish
Encourage residents to participate in activities and on committees
Ensure everyone’s voice is heard and considered
Increase property values for all
Make certain Highland Lakes is functioning at its utmost efficiency
Maintain the quality of living Highland Lakes residents have become accustomed
to.

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Guy Balok

19687 Ironwood Ct.
Northville, Michigan 48167
734-667-3507
INTENT

To maintain a seat on the Board of Directors of Highland Lakes Condominium Association; enabling me to continue to use my
knowledge and experience of community building, volunteer recruiting, and fiscal responsibility. During my time on the board, I
have become an astute learner and I have always done my homework. I believe that I have shown myself to be a valuable member
of the Board and Community.

PERSONAL



Lived in, or around, Northville Township for the past 38 years
Served 27 years full-time with Northville Township’s Department of Public Safety (Fire Department), Retired




Married to Barb for 20+ years
2 Sons, Adam (17 yoa), Tyler (15 yoa), both attend Northville Public Schools





July 2011, originally moved into Highland Lakes in May 1977 as a teenager
Worked for the HLCA Maintenance for approximately 2 years in the early ‘80s
Maintained relationships with some co-owners ever since





Enhance the community by encouraging the proper maintenance and repair of Silver Spring Drive
Introduced the HLCA Youth Advisory Group to the Association
Supported improvements of the Common Areas with a new dock on Swan Harbor Lake and repairs of the Silver
Spring/Bryn Mawr Ct. walking bridge

FAMILY

RESIDENT SINCE

ACHIEVEMENTS

GOALS






Maintain high living standards in the community
Maintain reasonable Maintenance Fees while maintaining our common areas; doing this while not exposing the
community’s value to risk
Keep the control, and power, of the community in the hands of Co-owners through Committees and active recruiting of
volunteers
Research and institute a community wide Re-cycling Program preferably at little to no cost to HLCA
Enhance the walkability of the community; by persuading the Township into completing their “Pathway” plan as it
relates to HLCA

LEADERSHIP (Business/Professional) EXPERIENCE



SKILLS







Progressively advanced in Leadership roles while working in Public Safety
Retired Captain, Northville Township Fire Department with 29 years experience in Public Safety with Northville
Township (27 years full-time)
Knowledge in conflict resolution
Knowledge in grant writing techniques
Avid fundraiser
Trained in Techniques for building Group Consensus
Skilled negotiator/interviewer
Fire Department Instructor (17 years)

CLUB/ORGANIZATION AFFILIATIONS

Current

Current Director, HLCA

Member of the Knights of Columbus

Avid Youth Hockey Supporter and Organizer

Manager of Youth Prep Hockey Team
Past

Director of Travel Hockey, Farmington Hills Hockey Association Board Member at Large, Redford Township Hockey
Association

President/Board Member, Northville Plymouth Fire Safety House

Youth Mentor, Northville Youth Assistance

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Sandy Nolan

Highland Lakes
Condominium
Sandy
Nolan Association
Court, 41 Years
HighlandValiant
Lakes Condominium
Association
Valiant Court, 41 Years

EMPLOYMENT






Taught primary grades in Detroit from 1966 until moving to Texas in 1969.
Customer Service Representative at Twelve Oaks Mall 1980-1988. Supervisory position.
Owner of Northville Sandy’s Cleaning Service 1989-2000. Employed up to eight employees. Clients included
the Herbert Lawson Construction Company of West Bloomfield, as well as hair salons, restaurants, offices,
homes and condominiums in Northville and surrounding areas. The Highland Lakes Clubhouse was an account
during the 1990’s.
Night and weekend receptionist for Highland Lakes 2002-2006. This position enabled me to meet many CoOwners and get a feel for their concerns.


COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT








Board of Directors 2009-present.
EEDC. This is the Employee Evaluation Development Committee. It is composed of three Board members
appointed by the Board President to address employee issues.
Editor of the Highland Lakes Herald during the 1970’s. Wrote articles, solicited advertising and printed the
Herald on an off-set printer in the Clubhouse.
Member of the Social Committee during the 1970-1980’s. Active in providing activities and parties for the adults
and children.
Chairman of the Pool Committee and member for fifteen years.
Member of the Court Liaison Committee.
Writer of informational articles and events as requested by various committees and printed in the Highland
Herald.

EDUCATION


B.A. Wayne State University. College of Liberal Arts and College of Education.

OBJECTIVE


To continue working on the Board, applying the knowledge and experience I’ve gained in the last six years. It is
essential to utilize Co-Owner’s money wisely. I will continue to work hard to keep association fees stable while
supporting efforts to keep property values up.

PERSONAL STATEMENT


I am an original owner in Highland Lakes and have always enjoyed living here. We are all part of a very special
community. During the tough economic cycle of recent years, I have focused on the cost to the co-owner. The six year
roofing project is in its last phase and Association raises have been kept to a minimum. This is an example of what I believe
can be accomplished as we address future projects. Also, I attend many committee meetings. This practice enables me to
hear new ideas and recommendations to the Board. In this way, I can best serve the community when it comes to making
informed Board decisions which affect us all. I truly believe that Highland Lakes will continue to improve throughout the
years and remain a great place to live.

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Katherine Baldwin, RN (Retired)

Highland Lakes Condominium Association
Queen Anne Court, 14 years

EMPLOYMENT


Blue Care Network, Southfield, Michigan
Care Coordinator, 1992 - 2008
Pre-certification of hospital admissions
Monitor inpatient care and follow up with client post discharge



Mcfall/Sartwell Law Firm, Houston, Texas
Nurse Paralegal, 1988- 1992
Assisted attorneys in medical malpractice cases by researching and reviewing medical
records.
Gathered documents and interviewed witnesses



Sharpstown General Hospital
Director of Nurses, 1982 - 1988

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT





Highland Lakes Condominium Association Board President
Highland Lakes Condominium Association Finance Committee
Highland Lakes Condominium Association Board Member
Highland Lakes Condominium Association Community Social Member

PERSONAL STATEMENT

My move to Highland Lakes 14 years ago fulfilled my dream of belonging to a wonderful
community and prompts me to show my gratitude to OUR COMMUNITY...
I have been on the Board for 10 years and want to continue to maintain a friendly and
inviting community, encourage residents to participate, and continue working on projects
that will enhance the value of our property. I would like to ask for your vote so that I
may continue to be an integrate part of our community.

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Once again, Judith Nakdimen of Scenic Lane is our guest contributor with two more of her
tempting recipes. One of her recipes is for Cornish Hens—a personal favorite of mine. Company is
usually impressed with this entre’. If you prepare the hens for company , you might begin the meal
with spinach balls appetizer. Easy!

CORNISH HENS
6 Cornish hens 2 eggs
3 cups finely chopped scallions
½ cup chopped parsley
Butter 1 tbsp. dried tarragon
1 ½ lbs. pork sausage
¾ to 1 cup brandy
4 cups bread crumgs
salt and pepper

Saute scallions lightly in butter. Remove and, in the same pan, sauté sausage, breaking it up with a fork.
Combine scallions and sausage with next four ingredients. Add ½ cup of the brandy and season to taste
with salt and pepper. Preheat oven to 350. Stuff and truss hens; rub well with butter. Place on a rack in
a shallow pan. Roast on one side for 15 minutes. Baste and turn to other side to cook an additional 15
minutes. Then place on backs and continue roasting until nicely browned (about 30 minutes.) Remove to
a hot platter and rinse the pan with additional brandy. Pour over hens. Note: when I serve Cornish hens, I
accompany with Uncle Ben’s rice—original recipe.
STOVE TOP SPINACH BALLS

1 pkg, STOVE TOP stuffing mix for chicken
1 2/3 cups hot water
¼ cup butter or margarine
2 10 oz pkgs. Frozen, chopped spinach
thawed, well drained, and patted dry

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped, fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
4 eggs

Heat oven to 400. Mix stuffing, hot water and butter in large bowl until blended. Add remaining ingredients, mix lightly. Shape into 60 (1 inch) balls. Place in single layer on 2 rimmed baking sheets sprayed with
cooking spray. Bake 15-20 minutes, until lightly brown.

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May 7 – Oct. 29
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May 25
Memorial Day Parade
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May 29
NHS Jazz Band in Town Square
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Garlic
Mustard
Pull
Protecting Highland Lake's woodlands
from being overrun by invasive plants capable of eliminating
our native plants and trees.
When: Saturday, May 16th.
Time: 9:00 a.m. till Noon.
Where: Gather in the Silver Springs beach/picnic area.
Dress: Wear long sleeves and pants with boot type footwear.
Bring gardening type gloves.
Dress for the weather. Event will take place rain or shine unless we
are having a downpour with thunder and lightning. May 23rd is the
backup date.
Water will be supplied
If you like being in our woods, please join us for some Highland Lake's comradery and
see how much we can accomplish towards saving our woodlands. Call either Highland
Lakes Clubhouse staff or Joel Lutz of the Grounds Committee at 248-349-6782
or email [email protected].

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SHRUB TRIMMING NOTICE - SPRING 2015
Highland Lakes Condominium Association
20301 Silver Spring Drive
Northville, MI 48167
Highland Lakes Condominium Association has tentatively scheduled to begin the
2015 Shrub Trimming Program on June 1 2015, which will continue for two weeks
weather permitting. The contractor will trim all of the shrubs in the complex. We are
able to maintain the attractive overall appearance of Highland Lakes by having the
shrubs trimmed in a consistent manner by a professional contractor. All of your
shrubs are trimmed or none of your shrubs are trimmed; partial requests cannot be
accepted.
For those Co-Owners who do not wish to be included in the program, we will make
every effort to accommodate your request.
The following form must be submitted to the Clubhouse by May 18, 2015, if you do
not want your shrubs trimmed this year.

NAME:

Building

Unit

ADDRESS:
DAYTIME PHONE:

HOME PHONE:

CO-OWNER’S SIGNATURE:
I would like my name put on the list requesting that my bushes not be included in the
Shrub Trimming Program. I understand the Association makes every effort to
accommodate my request. I also understand that with a shrub trimming program that
is so extensive, sometimes, inadvertently, shrubs are trimmed by the contractor;
however, this does not happen very often.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SHRUB TRIMMING
PROGRAM, PLEASE CALL THE CLUBHOUSE OFFICE AT 248-349-4006

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Highland Lakes Women’s Club
SAVE THE DATE:

May 7, 2015

Page’s Food & Spirits

23621 Farmington Rd.
Farmington, MI 48336
Coordinated by Gyda Werner

June 4, 2015

Salads and Dessert Potluck

At the Clubhouse Highland Room

For further information about the Highland Lakes Women’s Club, you can contact Peggy
Zonca (248)348-5283 or [email protected]
All adult female residents of Highland Lakes are invited to meet with us!

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Monarch Butterfly
PLANT LIST

Several residents have expressed an interest in choosing
plants for their patios to attract butterflies, especially
monarchs. Beginning a butterfly garden can be as simple as
choosing flowering plants that will invite adult butterflies to
Submitted by Cathy Watkins
your garden to feed.
But if you want to create a butterfly garden that will act as a sanctuary, attract a wide variety of butterflies
while providing a place where butterflies can grow and multiply, this will require choosing plants to provide
for the life cycle of the butterfly. And for the monarch, a milkweed plant is a must, it is the only food the
caterpillar eats. When hatched, they quickly move to the nectar plants.

Remember, butterflies need host and nectar
plants, sunshine at least 6 hours a day, and
be wind sheltered. In addition, butterflies like
to drink water, and one of the best ways for
them is to soak it out of a shallow dish filled
with wet sand.

Here is a list of plants to consider
PLANT LIST
1. Asclepias – Milkweed,
many varieties, swamp,
2. Aster – New England aster
3. Blanket Flower
4. Brown Eyed Susan
5. Columbine
6. Coral Bells
7. Coreopsis
8. Joe Pye Weed
9. Liatris
10. Lobelia
11. Monarda (Bee Balm)
12. Parsley (herb)
13. Petunia (annual)
14. Phlox
15. Purple Coneflower
16. Salvia

COLORS
orange, pink, red white
butterfly – blooms June through Sept.
white, purple
red/yellow
gold
purple,
variety
yellow
purple (monarch favorite nectar plant)
pink, white
variety
red
green
variety
variety
purple
purple

HEIGHT
2-3’
2-3’
1’
2’
2’
1’
2’
6’
2’
1-2’
3’
1’
6”-2’
2’
1’

These are plants that will attract butterflies and in some cases hummingbirds to your patio! There are
shrubs and grasses that will also provide shade and protection for the butterflies, like sedges and switch
grasses.
It is not necessary to plant all of these plants, but a good number is at least 3 nectar and caterpillar plants
spread throughout the planting area. These plants are native to Michigan and require very little care once
established. Also, to attract monarchs, the milkweed plant is essential.
And finally, they will provide lovely color and bloom all summer long.

Contact me if you have any questions, I will be happy to answer and help in creating
a butterfly habit! [email protected]
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POOL
OPENING
PAR T Y

Sunday,
May 24, 2015

BRING A DISH TO PASS FOR TEN
to TWELVE PEOPLE

Please arrive with dish by 4:00 p.m.
Food will be served at 4:30 p.m.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
HOT DOG DAZE!
June 13th, July 25th
August 22nd

ADULT SWIM PARTY & DINNER!
July 11th
There will be food, entertainment, and a
fun time! More information to come.

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Pool Hours
Monday - Friday
12:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
Sat., Sun., & Holidays
11:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.

HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCCIATION
POOL RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Only Members in good standing with a current H.L.C.A. ID, with annual sticker, and
their accompanied guests may use the pools.
2. Absolutely NO pool usage until Lifeguards are on duty and indicate the pool is safe to
use.
3. Everyone must shower before entering the pool and shower again after the application
of lotions and/or oils prior to re-entering the pool.
4. Only one person on the diving board at a time.
5. Children in the wading pool must be supervised by an adult within the wading pool
enclosure.
6. No loitering in the shower or locker rooms.
7. No Eating, No Smoking, No Drinking (except water in plastic bottles) within the pool
enclosures.
8. No shoes in the pool enclosure.
9. No running or rough playing.
10. No glass containers of any type at the pool or terrace.
11. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
12. Children 10 to 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult unless they have
passed the swim test and received a Dolphin Patch.
13. Children fewer than 42 inches in height must be in direct custody of an adult while in
the large pool. Exception: A child wearing an U.S.C.G. (United States Coast Guard)
approved life vest may swim, while being supervised by an adult within the pool
enclosure.
14. Only U.S. Coast Guard approved and labeled floatation devices are allowed.
Inflatable toys or devices are not allowed at any time.
15. Lifeguards have full authority over the pool area; all pool users must obey the
instructions of the Lifeguards.

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Highland Lakes Court Liaisons
NOTE: ALL AREA CODES ARE 248 UNLESS INDICATED OTHERWISE

Anchor

Tracey Green.................321-4614

Althea

Sue Tocco..................... 348-3396

Amboy

Brad Todorov..................380-1611

Andover

Pam Takacs....................374-0864

Aqueduct

Frank Eisenhauer...........348-9650

Bryn Mawr

Robert Gorczyca.....734-751-7828

Dartmouth

Sue Misiulis....................344-4949

Dearborn

Jim Delaney....................348-6554

Dorothy Gay

Renee Morris............810-334-1434

Eddington

David Duey...............586-996-2098

Farragut

Lorraine Scully (B 89 & 90)..344-8703
Janice Booher (B 88).........344-4229

Hayes

Ironwood

Esther Allison................. 880-1673

Itham

Bob Rudolph...................347-6891

Juliet

Betsy Byrne......................207-6221

Irongate

Nancy Schneider..............797-0853

Lucy Curtis (B33)............349-0301
Robert Nulty
(B34, B35).......................349-0511

Norwood

Donna McNally. .............. 347-0999

Sandy Nolan....................349-3587

Kenyon

Oakland

Earl Smith.......................349-6478

Elizabeth Dombles............. Unlisted



Old Bridge

Linda Tomica.................. 349-6107

Lagoon

Marchelle Brotz..........517-525-1661

Lehigh

Pond

Diane Pittaway............... 347-1078

Frances Moore..................727-3570

Lehigh Lane

Queen Anne

Kathy Baldwin................974-6688

Dianne Hartman................229-3884

Leidel

Richards

Barbara Adams.................982-8247

Martin Tingstad .............344-4928


Lilac

Beverly Brenner.............348-2982

Barbara Evans..................348-3087

Longwood

Sandy

Savoy

Mary Kraska............313-268-8516

Jim O’Connor....................344-6600

Lyric

Schoolhouse

Peggy Zonca..................348-5283

Ray Parzych.....................349-9370



Madison

Seabrook

Andrea Valle...................819-0704

Carolyn Toyer....................348-9745

D. & G. Loudy (B 30, 31 & 32)
.............................................349-3308
Malvern
Chuck Weidner (B 28 & 29)
Connie Haworth...............349-5047
........................................946-1479

Inlet

Neptune

Mann

Liz Thuss................734-558-0220

Mariner

Valiant

Ilio Alessandri ................ 449-6959

View Point

Stanley Roberson..........596-1239

Whitman

Frank Jensen............... 880-2011

Douglas Perrin....................Unlisted

Windsor

Tom Werner...................349-4459

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Thank You

Highland Lakes
Condominium Association
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MAY 2015
SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

VOTE!!
3

Grounds
Committee
7:00 p.m.

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Pool Opening
Party 4:00 p.m.

Yoga 9:30 a.m. 12
13
Engineering
Yoga 9:30 a.m.
Ladies Pinochle
Committee 3 pm
and 6:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
Pool Comittee 5:30
Fishing
p.m.
Seminar
Annual Audit Meeting
6:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.

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Board Meeting
40th ANNUAL
MEETING
OF THE
MEMBERSHIP
- 7:30 p.m.

Yoga 6:00 p.m.
Women’s Club
12 p.m noon
Court Liaison
Committee
7:00 p.m.

Ladies Pinochle
12:30 p.m.

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Yoga 9:30 a.m.

20

Ladies Pinochle
12:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

1

2

21

.

Garage Sale 9:00
a.m.

9

8

16
15
Ballots due at Garlic Mustard Pull
Clubhouse by 9 a.m.
5 p.m.
Euchre
Club
7:00 p.m.

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23

29

30

Pool Opens
at Noon

Yoga 9:30 a.m.
and 6:00 p.m.

Finance Comm.
6:30 p.m.

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25

MEMORIAL DAY

Clubhouse
OPEN
Noon - 9 p.m.

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7

Lakes Ecology
7:00 p.m.

11

10

17

6 Yoga 9:30 a.m.

Yoga 9:30 a.m.

FRIDAY
CLUBHOUSE
SUMMER
HOURS BEGIN
Euchre
Club
7:00 p.m.

Civic Concern Food Challenge is
during the entire month of May!

5

4
Clubhouse
Committee
7:00 p.m.

THURSDAY

Yoga 9:30 a.m.

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Ladies Pinochle
12:30 p.m.

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Yoga 9:30 a.m.
and 6:00 p.m.

Euchre
Club
7:00 p.m.

DON’T FORGET TO VOTE!

Election Ballots due May 15, 2015
248.349.4006 [email protected]

CLUBHOUSE SUMMER HOURS

POOL HOURS (Beginning May )

Monday - Friday...............9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Monday - Friday..................Noon - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday..........Noon - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday.........11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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