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HIGHLAND LAKES
CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
November 2015
November 2015
NEXT BOARD MEETING:
Monday, November 16, 2015
at 7:30 p.m.
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Roast & Potluck page 18
The Meet Your Neighbor Event
page 19
Memories of Summer page 20
Snow Removal FAQ page 32
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Handicapped/Disabled
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Honor Our Veterans
November 6
Christmas Decorating Party
November 21
Clubhouse Closed
November 26
Gingerbread Decorating Party
November 28
Bell Choir Sing-A-Long
December 4
Adult Christmas Party
December 5
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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)
Julie Leja...............................................Receptionist
Joe Poma........................................Property Manager
Emily Lutzenkirchen.....Publications & Records Assistant
Sharon Englund.......................................Bookkeeper
COMMITTEE INFORMATION
COMMITTEE
Clubhouse
Court Liaison
CHAIRPERSON
Barb Balok
Joel Lutz
PHONE
734-667-3507
248-349-6782
Engineering
Tom Werner
248-349-4459
Community Social
Brad Todorov
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Finance
Joyce Elvy
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Grounds
Marti Tupper
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BOARD LIAISON
Tom Byrne, Judy Nakdimen, Sandy Nolan
Kathy Baldwin, Sandy Nolan
& Kathleen Connor
Tom, Byrne, Kathleen Connor
& Judy Nakdimen
Guy Balok, Judy Nakdimen
& Michelle Todorov
Tom Byrne, Guy Balok, Kathleen Connor
Kathy Baldwin, Kathleen Connor
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Cheryl Huizing 248-231-7603
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Michelle Todorov
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Michelle Todorov
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
After Hours Emergency ...................................................................................................................248-349-4006
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
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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 CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - October 19, 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 October 19, 2015, meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Attendance
The following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Sandy Nolan, Tom Byrne, Guy Balok,
Kathleen Connor, and Judy Nakdimen. Also present was Joe Poma, Property Manager. Approximately eight
Co-Owners were also present.
Approval of Minutes:
Under the administration section, legal reflects the
write-off of bad debts and legal bills for which Highland
Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Guy Lakes is pursuing payment from Co-owners. These
Balok, to approve and file the minutes of the September expenses were much lower than the prior year.
21, 2015, executive session of the Board of Directors.
In accounts receivable there is a 38% reduction from
All in favor. Motion passed.
last year which was not written off but rather collected
Treasurer’s Report
to bring down.
Tom Byrne reported.
The clubhouse pool had a significant reduction in
supplies expense. The pool has newer equipment that
is more efficient and we did not have the same algae
issues as last year.
Tom distributed an end of the fiscal year report at the
beginning of the meeting. The report is yet to be audited
and most likely will be adjusted. The report compares
the fiscal years of 2014 and 2015. Assessments
increased 1.5% or $49,000. Legal includes the
write-offs which will be recouped when the units are
foreclosed on. The difference in total income between
the two years is $12,840.
Under the maintenance section snow expense was
$27,000 less because we had much less snow than last
year. Highland Lakes did run unfavorably in vehicle
and grounds although it is comparable to the previous
year. Unit repair is favorable. All in all, maintenance is
Investments have regained about $9,000 in value since 9% lower for the entire year with a savings of $32,000.
September when the market fell. The bottom line is The total expense line is $109,000 less than 2014.
that Highland Lakes has made about $120,000 since Highland Lakes is favorable $100,000 this year, which
the initial investment. In the spring/summer of next makes up for the overage last year.
year the investments will be sold.
The Board did approve an expenditure to purchase
Administrative payroll is favorable to budget by jackets, T-shirts, and sweatshirts for the maintenance
$13,000. We spent $3,000 less this year because of high employees. The clothing will help the residents identify
turnover in front desk positions. Maintenance wages maintenance as Highland Lakes employees when they
are $28,000 favorable to budget. This increase is due are out on the common grounds. The expenditure is
to the lack of temporary summer help and vacancies. not to exceed $2,500.
The change in management structure did not affect
the bottom line. Increase in employee benefits was Clubhouse Committee Report page 10
expected and Board approved. Payroll taxes are down
Barb Balok reported.
because of the turn over in positions. In total Highland
Lakes is favorable $25,000.
Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan, support
by Michelle Todorov, to approve the Clubhouse
The utilities report includes the clubhouse, residents,
Committee report of October 5, 2015. All in favor.
and pool. The 2013/2014 winter was much colder than
Motion passed.
2014/2015 winter which explains the difference in
numbers. The water bills which were around $27,000 Engineering Committee Report page 11
arrived after the report was written. The report will
most likely be adjusted by the auditor to include the Tom Werner reported.
difference but will still remain favorable.
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The Engineering Committee recommended that items 3. Earl Smith inquired about the work being done on
1, 3, and 4 be approved, and that number 2 be rejected the property owned by the apartments located by Lyric
because of the type of window.
Ct. The apartments were told by the township that they
were improperly maintaining the retention pond and
The Committee would like the Board to approve that
that it needed to be cleaned up. They are in the process
black caming be included in the specifications for
of doing so.
doors.
4. A resident asked who is responsible for maintaining
Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by
the lights on Silver Springs Drive. The lights are the
Guy Balok, to approve items 1, 3, and 4; reject 2; and
responsibility of the county which the Association will
change the specifications to include black caming as
contact.
recommended by the Engineering Committee report of
October 13, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
5. A Mariner Ct. resident is concerned about mold in
the units and who is responsible for the clean up. Joe
Court Liaison Committee Report page 12
Poma stated that not all molds are considered harmful,
and many are treatable with a bleach solution. If the
Joel Lutz reported.
mold is on common elements or if it is a safety concern,
The Committee recommended that the Board contact the Association will have it investigated by a company
the Northville Township Police Department to request which specializes in molds. Kathy Baldwin requested
additional patrols in the community.
that Joe take a look at their unit to give the resident
Joe Poma commented that he did look into getting a peace of mind, and he agreed.
security guard through a company but due to the high Property Manager’s Report page 14-15
rates it would not be cost-effective. One of our life
guards has expressed interest in the job and will be Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor, support
by Judy Nakdimen, to approve the Property Manager’s
back in town in approximately 10 days.
report of October 19, 2015. All in favor. Motion
Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by passed.
Sandy Nolan, to approve the Court Liaison Committee
report of October 1, 2015 and the recommendation to Michelle Todorov gave a verbal reminder of the movie
contact the Northville Township Police Department night which is October 23, 2015. Hotel Transylvania is
regarding extra patrols. All in favor. Motion passed. at 6 and Psycho is at 8. Jimmy John’s will be providing
sandwiches.
Finance Committee Report page 13
Kathy Baldwin gave a verbal reminder of the Bell
Earl Smith reported.
Choir Honor the Veterans event which is taking place
Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support November 6, 2015 at 7 p.m.
by Sandy Nolan, to approve the Finance Committee The Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
report of September 23, 2015. All in favor. Motion
passed.
Herald Report page 9
Marty Tingstad reported and announced his retirement
as Chairperson.
Co-Owner Forum
1. Art Baynes asked Joe about the status of his
investigation of gutter guards. Joe reported that he did
look into it and was informed that, because of the slope
of the roofs, the gutters still would become clogged.
Therefore, it would not be cost-effective.
2. Tom Werner commented that the pet pail was missing
from Windsor Ct. Kathy Baldwin said she will rectify
the situation.
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Herald
MEETING DATE: October 19, 2015
DISCUSSION:
1.
The Herald meeting took place via a telephone conversation. Marty Tingstad verbally
presented the report at the Board meeting.
2.
Marty Tingstad announced his retirement as chairman of the Herald effective immediately.
Marty has enjoyed working on the Herald and will continue to be involved. Marty will be
missed and the Board thanks him for his service. Marty hopes that this forum will bring
out a possible new chairman.
3. Marty discussed the past of the Herald and how it has been shaped into the publication
that it is today. Marty spoke about the past and present co-owners who have contributed
articles such as the “What’s Cooking” segment, “New Neighbors”, and the most recent
“Getting to Know the Diversity of Your Neighbors” which has taken us in a new direction
in the October Herald.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: November 9, 2015 at 6:30 p.m.
Submitted by Marty Tingstad
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Clubhouse Committee
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Barb Balok, Committee Chair
Mary Gonzalez
Ying Zhang
Cheryl Huizing
MEETING DATE: October 5, 2015
GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathy Baldwin, Board President
Judy Nakdimen, Board Liaison
Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
Tom Byrne, Board Liaison
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Meet your Neighbor Night. On Wednesday, September 30th, we had our Meet your Neighbor Night at the Clubhouse. All those who attended agreed the evening was a success. Approximately 70 plus people attended. There was
a combination of new and existing residents with a nice mix of ages. We had a discussion regarding doing events like
this in the future.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:
There were no recommendations to the Board
NEXT MEETING: Monday, November 2, 2015, 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Barbara Balok
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Engineering Committee
MEETING DATE: October 13, 2015
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Thomas A. Werner, Chairman
Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison
Joe Poma, Property Manager
GUESTS PRESENT:
Susan Misiulis
MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:
1
Unit 9
Installation by:
Notes:
2
Unit 9
Installation by:
Notes:
3
Unit 431
Installation by:
Notes:
Entry Door, ED-9-SL-1
Janice Gosur
Meets HLCA Requirements
ED-9 with no window in door
4
Unit 522
Installation by:
Notes:
Octagon Window
Janice Gosur
Does not meet HLCA Requirements
Must be an Octagon window
Entry Door
Home Depot
Meets HLCA Requirements Questionable
would like the Board to accept
black caming, we already accept
gold, brass, white and silver.
Window
Wallside
Meets HLCA Requirements
8 Wallside windows
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approval of requests #1, #3 - #4. Rejection of #2.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, November 10, at 3:00 p.m.
Submitted by Tom Werner, Committee Chairman
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Court Liaison
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz - Chairperson
Diane Pittaway - Co-chair
Barb Adams - Secretary
Kathy Baldwin - Board Liaison
Carolyn Toyer
Eric Behrmann
Betsy Byrne
Barb Evans
Dianne Hartman
Stan Savitskie
MEETING DATE: October 1, 2015
GUESTS PRESENT:
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Joel thanked Diane and everyone who helped with the appreciation potluck last month. All were pleased with the
turn out and participation.
2. Highland Lakes is still without a security guard. Along with the car part thefts reported previously, a car has
been stolen from a court. A security guard presence is even more important. Kathy reported that Joe is working on this. Though crime is occurring elsewhere in the township, evidently, concurrently with what happens in
Highland Lakes, attendees believe our concentration of population makes us vulnerable. Diane moved that more
police presence be requested during the critical hours when these incidents occur which was seconded with all
votes in favor.
3. Kathy reported that the Clubhouse Committee’s Meet and Greet event had been well attended by both residents
and newcomers. The committee plans to repeat the event before spring.
4. A special event honoring veterans is scheduled for November 6th. All are encouraged to attend and invite all veterans. Liaisons should check the calendar for upcoming events.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Joe Poma request more police surveillance during times of car theft in
our community.
NEXT MEETING: Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Diane Pittaway
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Finance
MEETING DATE: September 23, 2015
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joyce Elvy, Chairperson
Earl Smith
Joy Gaskin
Hal Forstrum
GUESTS PRESENT:
Joe Poma, Property Manager
Ann Creviston
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED
1. August Financial Statement was reviewed. No major changes from the July statement
2. Joe explained the recent accounts receivables “other” on the balance sheets of $80,410. This is one unit that
was gutted due to mold and other damage. The unit is empty and collection from the owner is questionable.
There was also structural damage of $18,300 to a unit that was discovered by the roofing contractor.
3. The Swan Harbour Beach project is completed. The cost to the Association as of August 31, 2015 was $28,250
although additional expendatures are expected. A member asked why our committee was not offered to review the bids and specs. No Board members were present to respond.
4. Joe covered the expense accounts and for the most part they are within budget. Water conservation was discussed although that account is under budget.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:
None
BUDGET MEETINGS:
Wednesday, October 21st, 2015 at 6:30 P.M.
Submitted by Earl Smith
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MANAGEMENT REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Co-Owners
FROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager
RE: Property Manager’s Report
DATE: October 19, 2015
1. DTE Energy Work: You may have noticed utility flags all over the property. Periodically, the utility companies
will need to run replacement cable or gas line. In this case, it was DTE and they needed to replace a 1750 foot section of electrical cable that was causing problems for some of our homeowners. Most of Crystal Lake Drive and
Lehigh Lane were flagged and there was some landscape disruption which will be restored after the work is complete. The hundreds of flags should give you an idea of how much pipe and wire is underground here.
2. Utility Budgeting: I was asked by a resident about utility budgeting; not the Highland Lakes budget, but your
personal electric bill. You have probably received that offer to budget your utility bills or make set monthly payments rather than paying an amount based on your monthly meter read. For some people, especially those on
fixed income, this may be a better option because you always know how much you will pay on a monthly basis.
Here’s how it works: the utility company uses your prior 12 months of energy usage to come up with an “average”
amount of electricity that you tend to use. They then take the total usage, divide it by 12 months and that becomes
your set monthly payment. At the end of the year, you are very often within the range of actual usage, but since
they place a small buffer in there, residents can occasionally receive a nominal refund or credit. In a worst case
scenario, if you use more electricity than you did previously, you are billed for the overage. The people that I have
spoken with on the plan have good things to say about it and there are rarely any surprises, but the choice is yours.
Some people prefer to pay their bills based on the meter reading each month, simply because they like the lower
bills during the winter or when the air conditioner is not in use. Others like the fact that they always know what
their monthly payment is going to be. If you have any questions about the plan, you can call DTE Energy at (800)
477-4747.
3. Watercraft Storage: If you have not already done so, please remove your watercraft from the lake and place it on
the boat storage racks if space permits, or you may also store it in your patio enclosure provided that it is on its
side or otherwise not higher than the height of the fence. Watercraft may not be stored on the grass, because it
ruins the lawn beneath it and gives the property a cluttered look. This has become a problem on the northwest
corner of Silver Spring Lake because watercraft are not arranged properly on the racks and space is not maximized.
Letters were also sent to homeowners of Rippling Lane and Scenic Harbour Drive advising them to remove their
watercraft from the property in its entirety. Their recreational easement to use our lakes does not extend to winter
storage.
4. Wasting of Utilities: The bylaws of the Association provide for fines if a resident knowingly wastes utilities such
as natural gas or water. This is something that affects all of us in the form of higher assessments and we all know
the cost of natural gas and water has increased and represents a significant portion of our budget. Water at Highland Lakes is budgeted this year at $480,000 and natural gas is $490,000. The two budgets together account for
$117 per month that you are paying. When a neighbor opens the front door so that the dog can get a nice view
of the front lawn, or when they leave the upstairs bedroom windows open all day during winter, utilities are being
wasted at the expense of other residents. Equalizing upper and lower floor temperatures can be accomplished in a
number of other ways and you do not have to leave the front door open all day to let sunlight into your home. The
Board and Management will be aggressively enforcing the utilities clause this season simply because it’s becoming
a closely watched expense for your own benefit. Initial fines are $50.00 and are based on Article 6, Section 14 and
Article 16, Section 3 or the Association Bylaws.
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MANAGEMENT REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Co-Owners
FROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager
RE: Property Manager’s Report
DATE: October 19, 2015
5. Reminders: Colder weather is coming. Turn off your water pressure to the outside water spigot, replace your
furnace filter, replace your thermostat and smoke detector batteries, clean your fireplace and chimney, vacuum
dust and accumulation away from pilot lights and electrical outlets, clean your dryer filter and vent hose. The
outlet behind a refrigerator is in an enclosed space, heats up and is usually one of the only original outlets left in
any house. It also gets covered in dust over the years and I have seen it as the source of house fires in apartments
because areas behind stoves and refrigerators are rarely cleaned and maintained. Prevention is always cheap.
6. Gutter Cleaning: I decided to use a different gutter cleaning company this year that had a larger operation and
was slightly more cost effective than the one used previously. Midwest Gutter Cleaning (a company owned by
a former Highland Lakes resident) will be cleaning all of the gutters on November 19th and 20th. Unlike the
last company, they will apparently have 5 trucks and 16 workers, providing you with a better level of service. As
always, if you experience any ice-damming over the winter or have water dripping onto your porch from the roof
overhang, this is often caused by a clogged gutter and we can get this resolved for you. If you feel that your unit
was overlooked after the date listed above, please give us a call. The new roofs come with 5-inch gutters as opposed to the old 4-inch which should allow for better drainage and be slightly more resistant to clogging.
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMUNITY GARDEN
My Community Garden Dream by Donna McNally
My thoughts of a Community Garden in Highland Lakes was a dream of providing a space where
homeowners could have their own little plot of land to plant things that their patio could not provide. I
had read about community gardens and my hopes were that gardeners would share their bounty with
their Highland Lakes neighbors.
The board approved my plan and my next challenge was to find the right location. Kathy Baldwin suggested a large open area at the bottom of the hill between Farragut and Queen Anne Court and that
became our Community Garden. None of this could have happened without the support and generosity of Kathy Baldwin.
I wish to thank all of the members of the Community Garden who have participated these last 6 years.
Diane Pittaway has taken over the duties of Chairman of the garden. I hope that if you have never
seen the garden, you will plan on visiting it next spring when the planting begins again. Thank you for
making my dream come true.
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HLCA COMMUNITY GARDEN 2015
Six years ago the twelve original gardeners of the rock-hard, freshly plowed soil of the designated
Community Garden behind Queen Anne and Farragut Courts faced a sparse harvest. Now at the
end of the sixth season, thanks to the dream and perseverance of Donna McNally, twelve gardeners,
some returning, some new, harvested a cornucopia of tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, peas, peppers,
zucchini, squash, cabbage, kale, beets, carrots, radishes, cauliflower, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, and pumpkins as well as various herbs and flowers.
Interested gardeners met in April to review guidelines and plans for working together in a garden
that is common ground. We use organic materials and methods to amend the soil and control plant
disease and insects; ingenuity and strategy have saved our crops from rabbits and deer. Every year
we learn something new, what works, what doesn’t. Experienced gardener, Sharon Smith, not only
provides invaluable advice, she brings composted horse manure regularly throughout the season
to spread as mulch for weed control and soil conditioning. This year Kristine Fenton contributed a
charming bench which provides a lovely view of the garden. Early in June after planting, we met on a
Saturday morning for coffee at the garden to celebrate the start of our venture. Then in September we
gathered for an early evening sharing of our experiences, reminisce of past seasons, and ideas for
next year.
Community gardening in Highland Lakes offers a unique challenge to the experienced gardener or
the new gardener with a pioneering spirit as the soil is still hard and the commitment is from planting
through harvest. Since the garden has been expanded to the maximum size it can be, anyone interested in participating in the 2016 Community Garden will need to contact me prior to the April meeting
in order to reserve a plot or be assured that space is available. All the best for the winter season and
I will see you in the Spring!
Diane Pittaway 248-347-1078 [email protected]
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The Court Liaison
Hot Dog Roast &
Potluck
The Court Liaison
Committee
revived in tradition
this year. We had a
hot dog roast and
potluck party. The
weather was warm
and the food was
great. Hopefully we
will plan to do it
again next year.
Submitted by Sandy Nolan
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The Meet Your
Neighbor Event
The Meet Your Neighbor event was a huge success with
more than 70 people attending. Long time residents
came together with new residents and shared snacks
and conversation. There will be more “Meet and Greet”
events in the future. If you weren’t able to attend this get
together we hope to see you at the next!
Submitted by Sandy Nolan
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Memories of
Summer
The weather was perfect for the pool closing
party. There was a great turnout with many
people enjoying the last days at the pool.
The food that was brought and shared was
fantastic. It was a fun time. We look forward
to seeing everyone at the pool next year!
The Pool Committee
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Cranberry Walnut Relish
12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
3/4 cup white sugar
1 (12 ounce) jar orange marmalade
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place cranberries in a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Sprinkle with sugar, cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
2. Remove from oven and sprinkle with walnuts. Re-cover and bake for 10 minutes.
3. Remove from oven and stir in marmalade and lemon juice. Mix well. Cool to room temperature. Cover
tightly and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.
No Bake Peanut Butter Pie
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup milk
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped
topping, thawed
2 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crusts
1. Beat together cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar. Mix in peanut butter and milk. Beat until
smooth. Fold in whipped topping.
2. Spoon into two 9 inch graham cracker pie shells; cover, and freeze until firm.
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Highland Lakes Women’s Club
SAVE THE DATE:
The next get-together will be
November 5, 2015 at noon
Rusty Bucket
Northville, MI
Arranged by Cheryl Huizing
December 3, 2015 at noon
Granite City
Northville, MI
Arranged by Marian Valade
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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St. Priscilla Bell Choir
Director, Pat Knorp
presents
Honor
Our Veterans
November 6, 2015
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
at the Highland Lakes Clubhouse
Refreshments Provided
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CLUBHOUSE
HOLIDAY
DECORATING PARTY
Saturday, November 21st
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Please join the Clubhouse and
Community Social Committees to
decorate the Clubhouse and trim the trees.
All residents are welcome
- young and young at heart.
Join the fun, meet new
people and ring in the
Holiday Season with
family and friends!
Pizza and refreshments
will follow for all
participants.
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Get Your
Gumdrops
READY!
Join us for Highland Lake’s
Gingerbread Decorating Event!
Saturday, November 28:
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
We hope you join us for community fun and maybe
some friendly competition. All ages welcome!
THIS DECORATING PARTY WILL BE FUN AND
DELICIOUS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Come make some Holiday inspired Gingerbread Houses,
snacks will be provided. Completed Houses
will be displayed around the Clubhouse for
all to enjoy. Put all your creative juices
together to make your own edible art!
Houses can be picked up between
December 21-23.
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St. Priscilla Bell Choir
Director, Pat Knorp
presents
Traditional Christmas
Sing-A-Long
December 4, 2015
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Refreshments provided
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You’re invited to
the Highland Lakes Annual
Adult
Christmas Party
Saturday,
December 5, 2015
Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
in the Clubhouse
The perfect way to get in the
Holiday Spirit and celebrate the
new season with your
neighbors!
Bring your favorite dish to
share with 8-10 people.
$1.00 per person at the door
BYOB
New Residents come meet your
neighbors and join in the fun!
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Fall is here!
Inventory is very low for buyers looking
for a condo in Highland Lakes! Call me
today to get your home on the market!
Around Town…
November 6
First Friday Experience
Megan Atkinson
5PM-9PM, Downtown Northville
Highland Lakes
November 7
Bizarre Bazaar Craft Show
Resident & Realtor
10AM-4PM, First United Methodist Church
(734) 414-3247
November 8
[email protected]
Leah’s Happy Hearts Gift Giving Party
1PM-4PM, Genitti’s
Visit www.leahshappyhearts.org for more info
November 13 - 14
Holiday Home Tour
Tickets on sale at Gardenviews and the Chamber
November 13
Northville Girls Night Out
5PM-9PM, Downtown Northville
November 20
Holiday Lighted Parade
6:30PM, Downtown Northville
Pending!
November 21 - 22
Holiday Greens Market
9AM-4PM, Northville Town Square
November 22
Christmas in the Village
12PM-4PM, Mill Race Village
November 22
Christmas in the Village
12PM-4PM, Mill Race Village
November 26
Detroit Thanksgiving Parade
9AM, Woodward Avenue, Detroit
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20161 Silver Spring
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All advertising accepted on a prepaid basis. Make checks payable to Highland Lakes Condominium
Association. The Highland Lakes Herald is distributed monthly to 691 homes. Copy requiring
resetting type will be charged design fees as per the following schedule and must be paid in advance.
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DESIGN FEE: $25 (Does not apply to inserts)
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$3.00
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$5.00
THE HERALD DEADLINE IS THE 20TH OF EACH MONTH
For more information, contact Emily in the Clubhouse: 248-349-4006 or email [email protected]
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Snow
F
A
Q
Answer: 4 inches or more measured in more than three areas on the property.
Why does my court seem to be last during the recent snowfall?
Answer: To attempt to bring some semblance of fairness, the starting point of snow
removal efforts change each time.
Why does it seem to take so long to clean my parking spaces?
Answer: Maintenance depends on the cooperation of the Co-Owners to empty the courts of cars
before plows can safely plow the spaces. The plows cannot fit in between parked cars.
Why did Maintenance leave a small amount of snow on the sidewalk this time?
Answer: Leaving a small amount of snow provides traction to more safely walk.
Why does the Association have an adopted snow policy?
Answer: (A) To keep our Co-Owners informed of what to expect from the Association
(B) It is required as part of our Risk Management procedures.
How long should it take Maintenance to completely finish snow removal efforts?
Answer: 48 hours or less depending on the weather and the amount of snow.
In what order, and when, is snow blowing and plowing handled?
Answer:
FIRST DAY
1 – Streets
2 – Clubhouse
3 – Main Sidewalks
4 – Centers of Courts
SECOND DAY
5 – Approach Walks
6 – Porches
7 – Parking Spaces
(Only if courts are clear of cars)
Removal
During the weekend, how much snowfall is required before maintenance will be called in?
S now R emoval P RoceduRes
1. NoRmal sNow eveNts:
• 2-3 inches - Clearing will begin during the snowfall and maintenance will work normal hours
following the established Snow Policy.
• 4 inches or more – Maintenance will clear on weekends and at night following the Snow Policy.
2. laRge sNow eveNts:
6 inches or more - Maintenance will begin clearing main sidewalks and traffic lanes during the snow
event. If necessary, they will continue the removal effort until 10:00 p.m. The next morning they will
begin a second clearing effort and work until all walks and courts are cleared, or until 8:00 p.m.
3. sNow emeRgeNcies/BlizzaRds:
More than 10 inches - Efforts will be focused on keeping main roads, traffic lanes and main sidewalks
open to emergency traffic only. Once those elements are clear, work will begin on approach sidewalks
and courts. Maintenance will work up to 14 hours per day, until the roads, courts and walks are
clear. Contractors may be called in if necessary. The priority treatment of the handicapped list will be
suspended during these events. Exceptions for emergencies will be handled on a case basis.
4. PaRkiNg sPaces: After the primary snow removal efforts are completed, maintenance will begin clearing parking
spaces if cars are out of the court. Management encourages Court Captains to facilitate the removal of cars and contact
the Clubhouse to advise when their court is clear and management will then contact maintenance to begin plowing the
parking spaces within that court. If maintenance is ready to plow a court, the Association may also contact the court
captains to facilitate the movement of parked vehicles.
5. oveRall goal: The Association shall have the sidewalks, courts (not parking spots), and roads, clear within 48 hours
of the cessation of a snow event.
6. HazaRdous coNditioNs: During the winter, the weather conditions favor the potential
for slippery sidewalks, porches and roads. Please use due care and caution during
this time of the year and keep a supply of ice-melter, which is available at the
Clubhouse, at your home for your use.
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Snow Removal Request Form
Handicapped/Disabled List – If you are in need of special attention with snow and ice removal, as
a courtesy, the Association maintains a list of those Co-Owners and residents that need this service,
forms can be obtained at the Clubhouse office.
You must complete and return the Special Attention Form along with a copy of your handicap
sticker that is displayed in your car. (We will make the copy for you.) Anyone with a permanent
handicap plate will of course be on the list. However we will still need a completed form on file and
we will need to know if this condition is a temporary or permanent condition. Additionally, those
residents with permanent handicap plates will need to provide a copy of their vehicle registration.
We cannot guarantee that Maintenance will be able to provide this special attention for every
snow event; however, we will make every effort to do so.
If you are requesting this special service, please fill in the information below.
Check the box below that applies to you:
Co-Owner is disabled
Co-Owner is disabled and employed full-time or part-time.
Co-Owner is disabled and has regular scheduled doctor appointments,
therapy sessions, chemotherapy treatments etc.
Please describe:
Date:
Unit #:
Co-Owner Name:
Address:
Phone(s):
Please fill out the form completely, explaining your disability and your reasons for requesting that
you be placed on the Disabled List
Residents who meet the above criteria and provide a doctor’s note stating your disability will have
the snow cleared away from their porch and sidewalk first, and within snow policy parameters.
NOVEMBER 2015
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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
D. & G. Loudy (B 30, 31 & 32)
.............................................349-3308
Shelly Stevens (B 28 & 29)
...................................734-512-6893
Inlet
Betsy Byrne......................207-6221
Irongate
Nancy Schneider..............797-0853
Ironwood
Esther Allison................. 880-1673
Itham
Bob Rudolph...................347-6891
Juliet
Neptune
Lucy Curtis (B33)............349-0301
Robert Nulty
(B34, B35).......................349-0511
Norwood
Stan Savitskie .............. 946-4338
Eric Behrmann..........734-934-0621
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
Minda Commire................701-0004
Madison
Seabrook
Andrea Valle...................819-0704
Carolyn Toyer....................348-9745
Malvern
Valiant
Ilio Alessandri ................ 449-6959
Judy Whelan..............248-921-2125
Mann
Liz Thuss................734-558-0220
Mariner
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
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Condominium Association
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November 2015
SUNDAY
1
MONDAY
Clubhouse
Committee
7:00 p.m.
TUESDAY
2
WEDNESDAY
3
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
4
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
5
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Honor Our
Women’s Club Veterans
7:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.
Yoga 6:00 p.m.
SATURDAY
6
7
12
13
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Euchre Club
& 6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
14
Court Liaison
Comm. 7:00 P.M.
8
9
10
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
Engineering
Herald Comm.
6:30 p.m.
11
Comm. 3:00 p.m.
15
16
Board Meeting
7:30 p.m.
17
Yoga 9:30 a.m.
18
Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
19
20
Yoga 9:30 a.m.
& 6:00 p.m.
Christmas
Decorating
Party 1 p.m.
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Finance Comm.
5:30 p.m.
22
23
24
Yoga 9:30 a.m.
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25
Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
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Clubhouse
Closed
27
Euchre Club
7:00 p.m.
December 4th
Bell Choir
Sing-A-Long
7:00 p.m.
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CLUBHOUSE WINTER HOURS
M o n d a y - F r i d a y..........9 : 0 0 a .m. - 9 : 0 0 p .m.
S a t u r d a y. .........n o o n - 9 : 0 0 p .m.
S u n d a y. ............n o o n - 5 p .m.
Gingerbread
Decorating
Party 1 p.m.
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December 5th
Christmas
Party
7:00 p.m.
CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
November 2015
November 2015
NEXT BOARD MEETING:
Monday, November 16, 2015
at 7:30 p.m.
FIND US ON FACEBOOK!
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Highland Lake’s Community
Garden page 16-17
The Highland Lakes Hot Dog
Roast & Potluck page 18
The Meet Your Neighbor Event
page 19
Memories of Summer page 20
Snow Removal FAQ page 32
Snow Removal
Handicapped/Disabled
Request Form page 33
Mark your calendars!!
Honor Our Veterans
November 6
Christmas Decorating Party
November 21
Clubhouse Closed
November 26
Gingerbread Decorating Party
November 28
Bell Choir Sing-A-Long
December 4
Adult Christmas Party
December 5
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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)
Julie Leja...............................................Receptionist
Joe Poma........................................Property Manager
Emily Lutzenkirchen.....Publications & Records Assistant
Sharon Englund.......................................Bookkeeper
COMMITTEE INFORMATION
COMMITTEE
Clubhouse
Court Liaison
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
Finance
Joyce Elvy
248-349-1747
Grounds
Marti Tupper
248-348-9811
BOARD LIAISON
Tom Byrne, Judy Nakdimen, Sandy Nolan
Kathy Baldwin, Sandy Nolan
& Kathleen Connor
Tom, Byrne, Kathleen Connor
& Judy Nakdimen
Guy Balok, Judy Nakdimen
& Michelle Todorov
Tom Byrne, Guy Balok, Kathleen Connor
Kathy Baldwin, Kathleen Connor
& Judy Nakdimen
Herald
Marty Tingstad
248-344-4928
Kathleen Connor, Sandy Nolan
& Judy Nakdimen
Lakes Ecology
-----
------
Guy Balok, Tom Byrne, Michelle Todorov
Pool
Rosemary Campion 248-349-8227
Guy Balok, Kathleen Connor,
& 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 ...................................................................................................................248-349-4006
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
Wilma Leonard
Joy Gaskin
Herald Staff
Ray Parzych
Betty Parzych
Joel Lutz
Tom DeGalan
Gloria Janks
Ilio Alessandri
Barbara Evans
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
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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - October 19, 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 October 19, 2015, meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Attendance
The following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Sandy Nolan, Tom Byrne, Guy Balok,
Kathleen Connor, and Judy Nakdimen. Also present was Joe Poma, Property Manager. Approximately eight
Co-Owners were also present.
Approval of Minutes:
Under the administration section, legal reflects the
write-off of bad debts and legal bills for which Highland
Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Guy Lakes is pursuing payment from Co-owners. These
Balok, to approve and file the minutes of the September expenses were much lower than the prior year.
21, 2015, executive session of the Board of Directors.
In accounts receivable there is a 38% reduction from
All in favor. Motion passed.
last year which was not written off but rather collected
Treasurer’s Report
to bring down.
Tom Byrne reported.
The clubhouse pool had a significant reduction in
supplies expense. The pool has newer equipment that
is more efficient and we did not have the same algae
issues as last year.
Tom distributed an end of the fiscal year report at the
beginning of the meeting. The report is yet to be audited
and most likely will be adjusted. The report compares
the fiscal years of 2014 and 2015. Assessments
increased 1.5% or $49,000. Legal includes the
write-offs which will be recouped when the units are
foreclosed on. The difference in total income between
the two years is $12,840.
Under the maintenance section snow expense was
$27,000 less because we had much less snow than last
year. Highland Lakes did run unfavorably in vehicle
and grounds although it is comparable to the previous
year. Unit repair is favorable. All in all, maintenance is
Investments have regained about $9,000 in value since 9% lower for the entire year with a savings of $32,000.
September when the market fell. The bottom line is The total expense line is $109,000 less than 2014.
that Highland Lakes has made about $120,000 since Highland Lakes is favorable $100,000 this year, which
the initial investment. In the spring/summer of next makes up for the overage last year.
year the investments will be sold.
The Board did approve an expenditure to purchase
Administrative payroll is favorable to budget by jackets, T-shirts, and sweatshirts for the maintenance
$13,000. We spent $3,000 less this year because of high employees. The clothing will help the residents identify
turnover in front desk positions. Maintenance wages maintenance as Highland Lakes employees when they
are $28,000 favorable to budget. This increase is due are out on the common grounds. The expenditure is
to the lack of temporary summer help and vacancies. not to exceed $2,500.
The change in management structure did not affect
the bottom line. Increase in employee benefits was Clubhouse Committee Report page 10
expected and Board approved. Payroll taxes are down
Barb Balok reported.
because of the turn over in positions. In total Highland
Lakes is favorable $25,000.
Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan, support
by Michelle Todorov, to approve the Clubhouse
The utilities report includes the clubhouse, residents,
Committee report of October 5, 2015. All in favor.
and pool. The 2013/2014 winter was much colder than
Motion passed.
2014/2015 winter which explains the difference in
numbers. The water bills which were around $27,000 Engineering Committee Report page 11
arrived after the report was written. The report will
most likely be adjusted by the auditor to include the Tom Werner reported.
difference but will still remain favorable.
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The Engineering Committee recommended that items 3. Earl Smith inquired about the work being done on
1, 3, and 4 be approved, and that number 2 be rejected the property owned by the apartments located by Lyric
because of the type of window.
Ct. The apartments were told by the township that they
were improperly maintaining the retention pond and
The Committee would like the Board to approve that
that it needed to be cleaned up. They are in the process
black caming be included in the specifications for
of doing so.
doors.
4. A resident asked who is responsible for maintaining
Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by
the lights on Silver Springs Drive. The lights are the
Guy Balok, to approve items 1, 3, and 4; reject 2; and
responsibility of the county which the Association will
change the specifications to include black caming as
contact.
recommended by the Engineering Committee report of
October 13, 2015. All in favor. Motion passed.
5. A Mariner Ct. resident is concerned about mold in
the units and who is responsible for the clean up. Joe
Court Liaison Committee Report page 12
Poma stated that not all molds are considered harmful,
and many are treatable with a bleach solution. If the
Joel Lutz reported.
mold is on common elements or if it is a safety concern,
The Committee recommended that the Board contact the Association will have it investigated by a company
the Northville Township Police Department to request which specializes in molds. Kathy Baldwin requested
additional patrols in the community.
that Joe take a look at their unit to give the resident
Joe Poma commented that he did look into getting a peace of mind, and he agreed.
security guard through a company but due to the high Property Manager’s Report page 14-15
rates it would not be cost-effective. One of our life
guards has expressed interest in the job and will be Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor, support
by Judy Nakdimen, to approve the Property Manager’s
back in town in approximately 10 days.
report of October 19, 2015. All in favor. Motion
Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by passed.
Sandy Nolan, to approve the Court Liaison Committee
report of October 1, 2015 and the recommendation to Michelle Todorov gave a verbal reminder of the movie
contact the Northville Township Police Department night which is October 23, 2015. Hotel Transylvania is
regarding extra patrols. All in favor. Motion passed. at 6 and Psycho is at 8. Jimmy John’s will be providing
sandwiches.
Finance Committee Report page 13
Kathy Baldwin gave a verbal reminder of the Bell
Earl Smith reported.
Choir Honor the Veterans event which is taking place
Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support November 6, 2015 at 7 p.m.
by Sandy Nolan, to approve the Finance Committee The Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
report of September 23, 2015. All in favor. Motion
passed.
Herald Report page 9
Marty Tingstad reported and announced his retirement
as Chairperson.
Co-Owner Forum
1. Art Baynes asked Joe about the status of his
investigation of gutter guards. Joe reported that he did
look into it and was informed that, because of the slope
of the roofs, the gutters still would become clogged.
Therefore, it would not be cost-effective.
2. Tom Werner commented that the pet pail was missing
from Windsor Ct. Kathy Baldwin said she will rectify
the situation.
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Herald
MEETING DATE: October 19, 2015
DISCUSSION:
1.
The Herald meeting took place via a telephone conversation. Marty Tingstad verbally
presented the report at the Board meeting.
2.
Marty Tingstad announced his retirement as chairman of the Herald effective immediately.
Marty has enjoyed working on the Herald and will continue to be involved. Marty will be
missed and the Board thanks him for his service. Marty hopes that this forum will bring
out a possible new chairman.
3. Marty discussed the past of the Herald and how it has been shaped into the publication
that it is today. Marty spoke about the past and present co-owners who have contributed
articles such as the “What’s Cooking” segment, “New Neighbors”, and the most recent
“Getting to Know the Diversity of Your Neighbors” which has taken us in a new direction
in the October Herald.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: November 9, 2015 at 6:30 p.m.
Submitted by Marty Tingstad
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Clubhouse Committee
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Barb Balok, Committee Chair
Mary Gonzalez
Ying Zhang
Cheryl Huizing
MEETING DATE: October 5, 2015
GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathy Baldwin, Board President
Judy Nakdimen, Board Liaison
Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
Tom Byrne, Board Liaison
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Meet your Neighbor Night. On Wednesday, September 30th, we had our Meet your Neighbor Night at the Clubhouse. All those who attended agreed the evening was a success. Approximately 70 plus people attended. There was
a combination of new and existing residents with a nice mix of ages. We had a discussion regarding doing events like
this in the future.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:
There were no recommendations to the Board
NEXT MEETING: Monday, November 2, 2015, 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Barbara Balok
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Engineering Committee
MEETING DATE: October 13, 2015
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Thomas A. Werner, Chairman
Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison
Joe Poma, Property Manager
GUESTS PRESENT:
Susan Misiulis
MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:
1
Unit 9
Installation by:
Notes:
2
Unit 9
Installation by:
Notes:
3
Unit 431
Installation by:
Notes:
Entry Door, ED-9-SL-1
Janice Gosur
Meets HLCA Requirements
ED-9 with no window in door
4
Unit 522
Installation by:
Notes:
Octagon Window
Janice Gosur
Does not meet HLCA Requirements
Must be an Octagon window
Entry Door
Home Depot
Meets HLCA Requirements Questionable
would like the Board to accept
black caming, we already accept
gold, brass, white and silver.
Window
Wallside
Meets HLCA Requirements
8 Wallside windows
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approval of requests #1, #3 - #4. Rejection of #2.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, November 10, at 3:00 p.m.
Submitted by Tom Werner, Committee Chairman
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Court Liaison
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz - Chairperson
Diane Pittaway - Co-chair
Barb Adams - Secretary
Kathy Baldwin - Board Liaison
Carolyn Toyer
Eric Behrmann
Betsy Byrne
Barb Evans
Dianne Hartman
Stan Savitskie
MEETING DATE: October 1, 2015
GUESTS PRESENT:
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Joel thanked Diane and everyone who helped with the appreciation potluck last month. All were pleased with the
turn out and participation.
2. Highland Lakes is still without a security guard. Along with the car part thefts reported previously, a car has
been stolen from a court. A security guard presence is even more important. Kathy reported that Joe is working on this. Though crime is occurring elsewhere in the township, evidently, concurrently with what happens in
Highland Lakes, attendees believe our concentration of population makes us vulnerable. Diane moved that more
police presence be requested during the critical hours when these incidents occur which was seconded with all
votes in favor.
3. Kathy reported that the Clubhouse Committee’s Meet and Greet event had been well attended by both residents
and newcomers. The committee plans to repeat the event before spring.
4. A special event honoring veterans is scheduled for November 6th. All are encouraged to attend and invite all veterans. Liaisons should check the calendar for upcoming events.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Joe Poma request more police surveillance during times of car theft in
our community.
NEXT MEETING: Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Diane Pittaway
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Finance
MEETING DATE: September 23, 2015
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joyce Elvy, Chairperson
Earl Smith
Joy Gaskin
Hal Forstrum
GUESTS PRESENT:
Joe Poma, Property Manager
Ann Creviston
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED
1. August Financial Statement was reviewed. No major changes from the July statement
2. Joe explained the recent accounts receivables “other” on the balance sheets of $80,410. This is one unit that
was gutted due to mold and other damage. The unit is empty and collection from the owner is questionable.
There was also structural damage of $18,300 to a unit that was discovered by the roofing contractor.
3. The Swan Harbour Beach project is completed. The cost to the Association as of August 31, 2015 was $28,250
although additional expendatures are expected. A member asked why our committee was not offered to review the bids and specs. No Board members were present to respond.
4. Joe covered the expense accounts and for the most part they are within budget. Water conservation was discussed although that account is under budget.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:
None
BUDGET MEETINGS:
Wednesday, October 21st, 2015 at 6:30 P.M.
Submitted by Earl Smith
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MANAGEMENT REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Co-Owners
FROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager
RE: Property Manager’s Report
DATE: October 19, 2015
1. DTE Energy Work: You may have noticed utility flags all over the property. Periodically, the utility companies
will need to run replacement cable or gas line. In this case, it was DTE and they needed to replace a 1750 foot section of electrical cable that was causing problems for some of our homeowners. Most of Crystal Lake Drive and
Lehigh Lane were flagged and there was some landscape disruption which will be restored after the work is complete. The hundreds of flags should give you an idea of how much pipe and wire is underground here.
2. Utility Budgeting: I was asked by a resident about utility budgeting; not the Highland Lakes budget, but your
personal electric bill. You have probably received that offer to budget your utility bills or make set monthly payments rather than paying an amount based on your monthly meter read. For some people, especially those on
fixed income, this may be a better option because you always know how much you will pay on a monthly basis.
Here’s how it works: the utility company uses your prior 12 months of energy usage to come up with an “average”
amount of electricity that you tend to use. They then take the total usage, divide it by 12 months and that becomes
your set monthly payment. At the end of the year, you are very often within the range of actual usage, but since
they place a small buffer in there, residents can occasionally receive a nominal refund or credit. In a worst case
scenario, if you use more electricity than you did previously, you are billed for the overage. The people that I have
spoken with on the plan have good things to say about it and there are rarely any surprises, but the choice is yours.
Some people prefer to pay their bills based on the meter reading each month, simply because they like the lower
bills during the winter or when the air conditioner is not in use. Others like the fact that they always know what
their monthly payment is going to be. If you have any questions about the plan, you can call DTE Energy at (800)
477-4747.
3. Watercraft Storage: If you have not already done so, please remove your watercraft from the lake and place it on
the boat storage racks if space permits, or you may also store it in your patio enclosure provided that it is on its
side or otherwise not higher than the height of the fence. Watercraft may not be stored on the grass, because it
ruins the lawn beneath it and gives the property a cluttered look. This has become a problem on the northwest
corner of Silver Spring Lake because watercraft are not arranged properly on the racks and space is not maximized.
Letters were also sent to homeowners of Rippling Lane and Scenic Harbour Drive advising them to remove their
watercraft from the property in its entirety. Their recreational easement to use our lakes does not extend to winter
storage.
4. Wasting of Utilities: The bylaws of the Association provide for fines if a resident knowingly wastes utilities such
as natural gas or water. This is something that affects all of us in the form of higher assessments and we all know
the cost of natural gas and water has increased and represents a significant portion of our budget. Water at Highland Lakes is budgeted this year at $480,000 and natural gas is $490,000. The two budgets together account for
$117 per month that you are paying. When a neighbor opens the front door so that the dog can get a nice view
of the front lawn, or when they leave the upstairs bedroom windows open all day during winter, utilities are being
wasted at the expense of other residents. Equalizing upper and lower floor temperatures can be accomplished in a
number of other ways and you do not have to leave the front door open all day to let sunlight into your home. The
Board and Management will be aggressively enforcing the utilities clause this season simply because it’s becoming
a closely watched expense for your own benefit. Initial fines are $50.00 and are based on Article 6, Section 14 and
Article 16, Section 3 or the Association Bylaws.
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MANAGEMENT REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Co-Owners
FROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager
RE: Property Manager’s Report
DATE: October 19, 2015
5. Reminders: Colder weather is coming. Turn off your water pressure to the outside water spigot, replace your
furnace filter, replace your thermostat and smoke detector batteries, clean your fireplace and chimney, vacuum
dust and accumulation away from pilot lights and electrical outlets, clean your dryer filter and vent hose. The
outlet behind a refrigerator is in an enclosed space, heats up and is usually one of the only original outlets left in
any house. It also gets covered in dust over the years and I have seen it as the source of house fires in apartments
because areas behind stoves and refrigerators are rarely cleaned and maintained. Prevention is always cheap.
6. Gutter Cleaning: I decided to use a different gutter cleaning company this year that had a larger operation and
was slightly more cost effective than the one used previously. Midwest Gutter Cleaning (a company owned by
a former Highland Lakes resident) will be cleaning all of the gutters on November 19th and 20th. Unlike the
last company, they will apparently have 5 trucks and 16 workers, providing you with a better level of service. As
always, if you experience any ice-damming over the winter or have water dripping onto your porch from the roof
overhang, this is often caused by a clogged gutter and we can get this resolved for you. If you feel that your unit
was overlooked after the date listed above, please give us a call. The new roofs come with 5-inch gutters as opposed to the old 4-inch which should allow for better drainage and be slightly more resistant to clogging.
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMUNITY GARDEN
My Community Garden Dream by Donna McNally
My thoughts of a Community Garden in Highland Lakes was a dream of providing a space where
homeowners could have their own little plot of land to plant things that their patio could not provide. I
had read about community gardens and my hopes were that gardeners would share their bounty with
their Highland Lakes neighbors.
The board approved my plan and my next challenge was to find the right location. Kathy Baldwin suggested a large open area at the bottom of the hill between Farragut and Queen Anne Court and that
became our Community Garden. None of this could have happened without the support and generosity of Kathy Baldwin.
I wish to thank all of the members of the Community Garden who have participated these last 6 years.
Diane Pittaway has taken over the duties of Chairman of the garden. I hope that if you have never
seen the garden, you will plan on visiting it next spring when the planting begins again. Thank you for
making my dream come true.
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HLCA COMMUNITY GARDEN 2015
Six years ago the twelve original gardeners of the rock-hard, freshly plowed soil of the designated
Community Garden behind Queen Anne and Farragut Courts faced a sparse harvest. Now at the
end of the sixth season, thanks to the dream and perseverance of Donna McNally, twelve gardeners,
some returning, some new, harvested a cornucopia of tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, peas, peppers,
zucchini, squash, cabbage, kale, beets, carrots, radishes, cauliflower, eggplant, strawberries, watermelon, and pumpkins as well as various herbs and flowers.
Interested gardeners met in April to review guidelines and plans for working together in a garden
that is common ground. We use organic materials and methods to amend the soil and control plant
disease and insects; ingenuity and strategy have saved our crops from rabbits and deer. Every year
we learn something new, what works, what doesn’t. Experienced gardener, Sharon Smith, not only
provides invaluable advice, she brings composted horse manure regularly throughout the season
to spread as mulch for weed control and soil conditioning. This year Kristine Fenton contributed a
charming bench which provides a lovely view of the garden. Early in June after planting, we met on a
Saturday morning for coffee at the garden to celebrate the start of our venture. Then in September we
gathered for an early evening sharing of our experiences, reminisce of past seasons, and ideas for
next year.
Community gardening in Highland Lakes offers a unique challenge to the experienced gardener or
the new gardener with a pioneering spirit as the soil is still hard and the commitment is from planting
through harvest. Since the garden has been expanded to the maximum size it can be, anyone interested in participating in the 2016 Community Garden will need to contact me prior to the April meeting
in order to reserve a plot or be assured that space is available. All the best for the winter season and
I will see you in the Spring!
Diane Pittaway 248-347-1078 [email protected]
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The Court Liaison
Hot Dog Roast &
Potluck
The Court Liaison
Committee
revived in tradition
this year. We had a
hot dog roast and
potluck party. The
weather was warm
and the food was
great. Hopefully we
will plan to do it
again next year.
Submitted by Sandy Nolan
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The Meet Your
Neighbor Event
The Meet Your Neighbor event was a huge success with
more than 70 people attending. Long time residents
came together with new residents and shared snacks
and conversation. There will be more “Meet and Greet”
events in the future. If you weren’t able to attend this get
together we hope to see you at the next!
Submitted by Sandy Nolan
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Memories of
Summer
The weather was perfect for the pool closing
party. There was a great turnout with many
people enjoying the last days at the pool.
The food that was brought and shared was
fantastic. It was a fun time. We look forward
to seeing everyone at the pool next year!
The Pool Committee
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Cranberry Walnut Relish
12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
3/4 cup white sugar
1 (12 ounce) jar orange marmalade
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place cranberries in a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Sprinkle with sugar, cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
2. Remove from oven and sprinkle with walnuts. Re-cover and bake for 10 minutes.
3. Remove from oven and stir in marmalade and lemon juice. Mix well. Cool to room temperature. Cover
tightly and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.
No Bake Peanut Butter Pie
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup milk
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped
topping, thawed
2 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crusts
1. Beat together cream cheese and confectioners’ sugar. Mix in peanut butter and milk. Beat until
smooth. Fold in whipped topping.
2. Spoon into two 9 inch graham cracker pie shells; cover, and freeze until firm.
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St. Priscilla Bell Choir
Director, Pat Knorp
presents
Honor
Our Veterans
November 6, 2015
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
at the Highland Lakes Clubhouse
Refreshments Provided
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CLUBHOUSE
HOLIDAY
DECORATING PARTY
Saturday, November 21st
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Please join the Clubhouse and
Community Social Committees to
decorate the Clubhouse and trim the trees.
All residents are welcome
- young and young at heart.
Join the fun, meet new
people and ring in the
Holiday Season with
family and friends!
Pizza and refreshments
will follow for all
participants.
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Get Your
Gumdrops
READY!
Join us for Highland Lake’s
Gingerbread Decorating Event!
Saturday, November 28:
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
We hope you join us for community fun and maybe
some friendly competition. All ages welcome!
THIS DECORATING PARTY WILL BE FUN AND
DELICIOUS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Come make some Holiday inspired Gingerbread Houses,
snacks will be provided. Completed Houses
will be displayed around the Clubhouse for
all to enjoy. Put all your creative juices
together to make your own edible art!
Houses can be picked up between
December 21-23.
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St. Priscilla Bell Choir
Director, Pat Knorp
presents
Traditional Christmas
Sing-A-Long
December 4, 2015
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Refreshments provided
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You’re invited to
the Highland Lakes Annual
Adult
Christmas Party
Saturday,
December 5, 2015
Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
in the Clubhouse
The perfect way to get in the
Holiday Spirit and celebrate the
new season with your
neighbors!
Bring your favorite dish to
share with 8-10 people.
$1.00 per person at the door
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New Residents come meet your
neighbors and join in the fun!
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Fall is here!
Inventory is very low for buyers looking
for a condo in Highland Lakes! Call me
today to get your home on the market!
Around Town…
November 6
First Friday Experience
Megan Atkinson
5PM-9PM, Downtown Northville
Highland Lakes
November 7
Bizarre Bazaar Craft Show
Resident & Realtor
10AM-4PM, First United Methodist Church
(734) 414-3247
November 8
[email protected]
Leah’s Happy Hearts Gift Giving Party
1PM-4PM, Genitti’s
Visit www.leahshappyhearts.org for more info
November 13 - 14
Holiday Home Tour
Tickets on sale at Gardenviews and the Chamber
November 13
Northville Girls Night Out
5PM-9PM, Downtown Northville
November 20
Holiday Lighted Parade
6:30PM, Downtown Northville
Pending!
November 21 - 22
Holiday Greens Market
9AM-4PM, Northville Town Square
November 22
Christmas in the Village
12PM-4PM, Mill Race Village
November 22
Christmas in the Village
12PM-4PM, Mill Race Village
November 26
Detroit Thanksgiving Parade
9AM, Woodward Avenue, Detroit
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20161 Silver Spring
HIGHLAND LAKES HERALD AD RATES
All advertising accepted on a prepaid basis. Make checks payable to Highland Lakes Condominium
Association. The Highland Lakes Herald is distributed monthly to 691 homes. Copy requiring
resetting type will be charged design fees as per the following schedule and must be paid in advance.
1/8
SIZE
1/8 PAGE
3-3/4 X 2-1/2
1/4
1/4 PAGE
3-3/4 X 5
1/2
1/2 PAGE
7-1/2 X 5
Full Page
FULL PAGE
7-1/2 X 10
ONE MONTH
PREPAID YEARLY
$15.00
$165.00
$25.00
$275.00
$40.00
$440.00
$65.00
$715.00
Prepaid Yearly Price Includes ONE FREE MONTH!!
FULL PAGE CENTERFOLD / FRONT COVER / BACK INSIDE COVER
FULL PAGE $75.00
$825.00
INSERTS: $50 - Please submit 725 copies
* Free month with pre-paid 4 month commitment
CLASSIFIED ADS
DESIGN FEE: $25 (Does not apply to inserts)
* No fee with 1 year or 6 month prepaid commitment
Up to 30 words
(200 Characters)
Resident
$3.00
Non-Resident
$5.00
THE HERALD DEADLINE IS THE 20TH OF EACH MONTH
For more information, contact Emily in the Clubhouse: 248-349-4006 or email [email protected]
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Snow
F
A
Q
Answer: 4 inches or more measured in more than three areas on the property.
Why does my court seem to be last during the recent snowfall?
Answer: To attempt to bring some semblance of fairness, the starting point of snow
removal efforts change each time.
Why does it seem to take so long to clean my parking spaces?
Answer: Maintenance depends on the cooperation of the Co-Owners to empty the courts of cars
before plows can safely plow the spaces. The plows cannot fit in between parked cars.
Why did Maintenance leave a small amount of snow on the sidewalk this time?
Answer: Leaving a small amount of snow provides traction to more safely walk.
Why does the Association have an adopted snow policy?
Answer: (A) To keep our Co-Owners informed of what to expect from the Association
(B) It is required as part of our Risk Management procedures.
How long should it take Maintenance to completely finish snow removal efforts?
Answer: 48 hours or less depending on the weather and the amount of snow.
In what order, and when, is snow blowing and plowing handled?
Answer:
FIRST DAY
1 – Streets
2 – Clubhouse
3 – Main Sidewalks
4 – Centers of Courts
SECOND DAY
5 – Approach Walks
6 – Porches
7 – Parking Spaces
(Only if courts are clear of cars)
Removal
During the weekend, how much snowfall is required before maintenance will be called in?
S now R emoval P RoceduRes
1. NoRmal sNow eveNts:
• 2-3 inches - Clearing will begin during the snowfall and maintenance will work normal hours
following the established Snow Policy.
• 4 inches or more – Maintenance will clear on weekends and at night following the Snow Policy.
2. laRge sNow eveNts:
6 inches or more - Maintenance will begin clearing main sidewalks and traffic lanes during the snow
event. If necessary, they will continue the removal effort until 10:00 p.m. The next morning they will
begin a second clearing effort and work until all walks and courts are cleared, or until 8:00 p.m.
3. sNow emeRgeNcies/BlizzaRds:
More than 10 inches - Efforts will be focused on keeping main roads, traffic lanes and main sidewalks
open to emergency traffic only. Once those elements are clear, work will begin on approach sidewalks
and courts. Maintenance will work up to 14 hours per day, until the roads, courts and walks are
clear. Contractors may be called in if necessary. The priority treatment of the handicapped list will be
suspended during these events. Exceptions for emergencies will be handled on a case basis.
4. PaRkiNg sPaces: After the primary snow removal efforts are completed, maintenance will begin clearing parking
spaces if cars are out of the court. Management encourages Court Captains to facilitate the removal of cars and contact
the Clubhouse to advise when their court is clear and management will then contact maintenance to begin plowing the
parking spaces within that court. If maintenance is ready to plow a court, the Association may also contact the court
captains to facilitate the movement of parked vehicles.
5. oveRall goal: The Association shall have the sidewalks, courts (not parking spots), and roads, clear within 48 hours
of the cessation of a snow event.
6. HazaRdous coNditioNs: During the winter, the weather conditions favor the potential
for slippery sidewalks, porches and roads. Please use due care and caution during
this time of the year and keep a supply of ice-melter, which is available at the
Clubhouse, at your home for your use.
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Snow Removal Request Form
Handicapped/Disabled List – If you are in need of special attention with snow and ice removal, as
a courtesy, the Association maintains a list of those Co-Owners and residents that need this service,
forms can be obtained at the Clubhouse office.
You must complete and return the Special Attention Form along with a copy of your handicap
sticker that is displayed in your car. (We will make the copy for you.) Anyone with a permanent
handicap plate will of course be on the list. However we will still need a completed form on file and
we will need to know if this condition is a temporary or permanent condition. Additionally, those
residents with permanent handicap plates will need to provide a copy of their vehicle registration.
We cannot guarantee that Maintenance will be able to provide this special attention for every
snow event; however, we will make every effort to do so.
If you are requesting this special service, please fill in the information below.
Check the box below that applies to you:
Co-Owner is disabled
Co-Owner is disabled and employed full-time or part-time.
Co-Owner is disabled and has regular scheduled doctor appointments,
therapy sessions, chemotherapy treatments etc.
Please describe:
Date:
Unit #:
Co-Owner Name:
Address:
Phone(s):
Please fill out the form completely, explaining your disability and your reasons for requesting that
you be placed on the Disabled List
Residents who meet the above criteria and provide a doctor’s note stating your disability will have
the snow cleared away from their porch and sidewalk first, and within snow policy parameters.
NOVEMBER 2015
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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
D. & G. Loudy (B 30, 31 & 32)
.............................................349-3308
Shelly Stevens (B 28 & 29)
...................................734-512-6893
Inlet
Betsy Byrne......................207-6221
Irongate
Nancy Schneider..............797-0853
Ironwood
Esther Allison................. 880-1673
Itham
Bob Rudolph...................347-6891
Juliet
Neptune
Lucy Curtis (B33)............349-0301
Robert Nulty
(B34, B35).......................349-0511
Norwood
Stan Savitskie .............. 946-4338
Eric Behrmann..........734-934-0621
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
Minda Commire................701-0004
Madison
Seabrook
Andrea Valle...................819-0704
Carolyn Toyer....................348-9745
Malvern
Valiant
Ilio Alessandri ................ 449-6959
Judy Whelan..............248-921-2125
Mann
Liz Thuss................734-558-0220
Mariner
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
The Maris Insurance Agency wants
to thank you for trusting us with
your insurnace needs. We are
extremely proud of our office
and the services we provide.
586-752-4861
Merrick Maris III
Fax: 586-752-9649
[email protected]
FarmBureauInsurance.com
122 S. Rawles St., Ste. 115
Romeo
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November 2015
SUNDAY
1
MONDAY
Clubhouse
Committee
7:00 p.m.
TUESDAY
2
WEDNESDAY
3
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
4
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
5
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Honor Our
Women’s Club Veterans
7:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.
Yoga 6:00 p.m.
SATURDAY
6
7
12
13
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Euchre Club
& 6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
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Court Liaison
Comm. 7:00 P.M.
8
9
10
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
Engineering
Herald Comm.
6:30 p.m.
11
Comm. 3:00 p.m.
15
16
Board Meeting
7:30 p.m.
17
Yoga 9:30 a.m.
18
Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
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20
Yoga 9:30 a.m.
& 6:00 p.m.
Christmas
Decorating
Party 1 p.m.
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Finance Comm.
5:30 p.m.
22
23
24
Yoga 9:30 a.m.
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Ladies
Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
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Clubhouse
Closed
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Euchre Club
7:00 p.m.
December 4th
Bell Choir
Sing-A-Long
7:00 p.m.
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CLUBHOUSE WINTER HOURS
M o n d a y - F r i d a y..........9 : 0 0 a .m. - 9 : 0 0 p .m.
S a t u r d a y. .........n o o n - 9 : 0 0 p .m.
S u n d a y. ............n o o n - 5 p .m.
Gingerbread
Decorating
Party 1 p.m.
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December 5th
Christmas
Party
7:00 p.m.
