Highland Lakes Herald - November 2010

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November 2010

DONT FORGET

TO VOTE!

Are You Readyfor the Snow?Snow Removal FAQ- See page 20

Clubhouse DecoratingParty, November 27th.- See page 19.

Need Proof ofInsurance?Contact Maris Agency- See page 39

MARK YOURCALENDAR!Christmas Party,December 4th at 7 pm- See page 25.

CHIMNEY CLEANINGPOLICY - See page 21

BIGGBY COFFEE -HALF-OFF COUPON!- See page 24

Are you a winner?Find your unit numbern this issue and youwill be! Contact theClubhouse to claimyour prize

Womens Club BOOK& JEWELRY SALE -Nov. 13th, Noon - 4 pm- See page 29.

Womens ClubLuncheon: Novemberand December dates.- See page 29.

Court Captain MeetingNovember 9 at 7pm

HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION20301 Silver Spring Drive Northville, MI 48167

Phone: (248) 349-4006 Fax: (248) 349-8821

Website: www.HLCA.us


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I .S.E .Garbage DisposalInstalled for $185

SPECIAL40 Gallon Gas

Water Heater

Installed for $595


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EditorShannon [email protected]

Herald CommitteeBeverly Dudley, ChairmanLiette Paiement, SecretaryRobert ArmstrongFrank EisenhauerWilma Leonard

Herald Staff

Ray ParzychBetty Parzych

Joel LutzLorna DeGalanTom DeGalanGloria JanksMarty Tingstad

Herald PrintingWhitlock Business SystemsChristopher Jason275 E. Twelve Mile Rd.

Highland LakesHerald

The Highland Lakes Herald is the official news medium ofthe Highland Lakes Condominium Association, serving

all residents, groups and organizations.

The Association and its Board of Directors control andare responsible for the contents of the Herald.

The staff of the Highland Lakes Herald serves on avoluntary basis. Editorials reflect the opinions of thestaff and are not construed as representative of the general

membership of the Association.

The Herald welcomes comments, suggestions and articlesfrom its readers. All material submitted for publicationin the Herald must be true, factual, and newsworthy.The editor reserves the right to withhold items frompublication pending verification of facts. In some caseswhere items are of a critical or controversial nature, the

editor reserves the right to solicit comments from thosewith opposing viewpoints.

Materials submitted for publication are to be given to thereceptionist in Highland House. All materials submittedmust be signed, but signatures will be withheld uponrequest. Communications to the Herald should be inwriting. No material will be accepted for publication in


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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY

20301 Silver Spring Drive, Northville, MI 48167Clubhouse Phone: 248-349-4006 Clubhouse Fax: 248-349-8821

After Hours Emergency Maintenance Phone: 248-349-4043

COMMITTEE INFORMATION

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON PHONE BOARD LIAISON

Clubhouse Rayda Warren 248-348-1139 Tom Byrne & Judy Nakdimen

Court Captain Robert Armstrong 248-912-0266 Clem Tulley & Sandy Nolan

Engineering Tom Werner 248-349-4459 Kathy Baldwin & Kathleen Connor

Family Social Brad Todorov 248-380-1611 Kathy Baldwin & Michelle Todorov

Finance Joyce Elvy 248-349-1747 Tom Byrne & Sandy Nolan

Grounds Ray Parzych 248-349-9370 Kathy Baldwin & Judy Nakdimen

Brad Todorov 248-380-1611

Herald Beverly Dudley 248-349-4139 Kathleen Connor & Sandy Nolan

Insurance ----- ------ Kathleen Connor & Kathy Baldwin

Lakes Ecology ----- ------ Tom Byrne & Michelle Todorov

Pool Joy Gaskin 248-735-2623 Kathy Baldwin & Kathleen Connor

RV Hugh Battley 248-349-4841 Clem Tulley & Michelle Todorov

Sprinkler ----- ------ Kathleen Connor & Kathy Baldwin

Tennis Carol Shields 248-305-7123 Michelle Todorov & Judy Nakdimen

Vision Rob Berlin 248-374-3986 Clem Tulley & Judy Nakdimen

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Northville Township Police-Non-Emergency...... ............................ 248-349-9400

Northville Township Fire Department. .......................................... 248-348-5807Northville 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

E-mail ......................................................................................... [email protected]

Web site ....................................................................................... www.HLCA.us

BOARD OF DIRECTORSKathy Baldwin, President ........... 248-380-6429

Michelle Todorov, Vice President....248-380-1611

Tom Byrne, Treasurer ................. 248-349-6924

Sandy Nolan, Secretary .............. 248-349-3587

Clem Tulley, Director .................. 248-349-3125

Kathleen Connor, Director .......... 248-349-8264

Judy Nakdimen, Director ............ 248-344-0336

PERSONNEL

Joe Poma......................................Property Manager

Shannon Crowley....................Administrative Asst.

Sharon Englund....................................Bookkeeper

Guinevere Eatmon................................Receptionist

Pam Cohen............................................Receptionist

Ken Wiewiora............Maintenance Superintendent

Mike Francis.....................Maintenance Supervisor


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AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION

1-2-3 Taxi Travel........................................................34

BATHROOM REMODELING

One Day Baths...........................................................26

BEAUTY CONSULTANT / SKIN CARE

Avon...........................................................................30Mary Kay Cosmetics................................................30

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Klean Rite (coupons)..................................................32

CIDER MILL

Parmenters / Northville Cider Mill......................28

COFFEE & COCOA (coupons)Biggby Coffee............................................................24

CHIMNEY CLEANING

Alpha & Omega.........................................................30

DENTAL CARE

Jeffrey Burstein, DDS...............................................26

ELECTRICIANS

Rosol Electric, LLC...................................................28

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Thrivent Financial, Jay Kempf................................32

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS

Northrop-Sassaman..................................................32OBrien Sullivan........................................................26

HEALTH & FITNESS

Northville Family Foot.............................................26Northville Physical Rehabilitation.........................26Rick Brabant, Certifed Personal Trainer...............26

Savon Drugs Novi (coupons)....................................28

HEATING & COOLING

D&G Heating & Cooling..........................................22

HOME REPAIR/HANDYMAN SERVICES

Andy Wright.............................................................30Dennis Hill Renovation Services............................22Garys Home Repair................................................34One Day Baths...........................................................26

HOME REPAIR/HANDYMAN SERVICES (cont.)

R&H Window Glazing.............................................28

Roger the Handyman...............................................28

Rosol Electric, LLC...................................................28

INSURANCE

Maris Agency (Farm Bureau)..................................39

LIMO SERVICE

1-2-3 Taxi Travel........................................................34

PAINTING/WALLPAPERING

Dennis Hill Painting & Renovation........................22

PARTY STORE / ICE CREAMGood Time Party Store.............................................22

PERSONAL ASSISTANCE

Lynne Ponder.............................................................32

PET CARE / PET SITTING

The Animal Whisperer.............................................30

PHYSICAL TRAINING

Rick Brabant, Certifed Personal Trainer...............26

PIZZA

Aubrees Pizzeria & Tavern.....................................24

PLUMBING

Evans Plumbing..........................................................2

Horton Plumbing......................................................38

PODIATRY

Northville Family Foot.............................................26

PRESCRIPTIONS (coupons)

Savon Drugs Novi....................................................28

REAL ESTATE TAX CONSULTANT

Tom Goebel................................................................31

WINDOWS/WINDOW REPAIR

R&H Glazing..............................................................28

DIRECTORY OF SERVICES


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Highland LakesManagement Section

Highland Lakes Board of Directors

Kathy Baldwin, President

Michelle Todorov, Vice PresidentTom Byrne, Treasurer

Sandy Nolan, SecretaryClem Tulley, DirectorKathleen Connor, Director

Judy Nakdimen, Director

This section of the Herald contains minutes of the Board of Directors meetingsand management information. This section is the ofcial medium of communica-tions 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 futurereference. Resolutions and Regulations approved by the Board become part ofyour Association By-Laws.


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BOARD COMMENTSAs you have heard over the past few months, committees have been requesting help to grow their memberships.As part of your New Years resolution, you may consider join one of the various committees here and make adifference at Highland Lakes. Choose a committee activity that interests you and join in. These committees take avery active role in our association, and is one of the benecial qualities that makes us stand out. There are various

committees made up of Highland Lakes co-owners who volunteer their time to over-see the many services andactivities made available to our residents. Each committee plays an important role in our community:

ClubhouseCommittee:The Clubhouse Committee is charged with the task of maintaining and beautifying the Clubhouse and all ofits various elements. The Clubhouse is not only the principal place of business for the Association, but it is also the center for all social andleisure activity on the property.

CourtCaptains:Volunteer Co-Owners act as Court Captains to Communicate via delivery of the monthly Herald Newsletter, Introducethemselves to new residents, Communicate the need for All Co-Owners Personal Information form & key being on le at the Clubhouse for

the Co-Owners safety as well as their neighbors. The Court Captain role is to act as a LIAISON between management and the community.

EngineeringCommittee: Condominium subdivisions are very often built according to a neighborhood scheme, and is what keeps acommunity uniform in style. The Engineering Committee accepts or rejects alteration request forms following discussions at monthly meetings

and then submits the approved or rejected proposals to the Board for nal vote, ensuring that all alterations coincide with our neighborhood scheme.FamilySocialCommittee:Community involvement and ownership at Highland Lakes has its rewards. The Family Social committee

is one of the committees responsible for planning and organizing some of the community-wide gatherings throughout the year. These eventshave something for the entire family including activities for the young, and the young-at-heart.

Finance Committee: As the name suggests, the Finance Committee is devoted entirely to the nancial aspects of Associationadministration. The Finance Committee is democracy in action, where the actual owners watch for any impropriety and study general

spending trends to make sure that the owners at Highland Lakes are getting what they are paying for.

GroundsCommittee:The purpose of the Grounds Committee is to oversee general landscaping operations and beautication of theproperty grounds, including tree and shrub removal and planting, ower planting, as well as projects pertaining to the installation of benches

along our pathways, signage and virtually anything afxed to the common element and enjoyed by all.

HeraldCommittee:Since Highland Lakes is one of the few associations that has monthly public meetings and forums, the newsletter

has turned out to be one of the most important perks of Highland Lakes home-ownership. The Herald Committee acts as a sort of editorby proposing or eliminating certain content, verifying that meetings are accurately reported, that the publication is operating in an efcient

manner and that our most important issues receive appropriate coverage.

InsuranceCommittee:Insurance companies continue to shy away from condominium communities and it takes a community that is wellcared-for with a stellar preventative maintenance record to continue achieving the best possible insurance pricing. The Insurance Committee

reviews several proposals and goes through countless inspections and meetings before submitting their results to the Board of Directors.

PoolCommittee:Since the pool behind the clubhouse is a rather large amenity at Highland Lakes, a Pool Committee aids in the smoothoperation of daily activities connected with the pool, sundeck, lifeguards, etc. The committee also plans social events and nightime swims,where the lights are turned on, and people enjoy beverages or food while visiting other residents and guests.

RVLotCommittee:Highland Lakes does not permit trailers, boats, RVs, motorcycles, ATVs and a variety of other recreationalvehicles in our courtyard parking spaces. There is however, a gated and locked RV Lot off of Russ Fogg Drive, which is maintained by the

RV Lot Committee.

TennisCommittee:Adjacent to the clubhouse are two tennis courts, a hockey court and a multi-use court with a basketball net. Thetennis courts are nished with professional Wimbleton grade surface compositions, with any minor surface cracks being lled and repaired

on a yearly basis. The Tennis Committee oversees the operation and maintenance of the tennis courts.

VisionCommittee:The Vision Committee seeks to answer the question that if Highland Lakes was built tomorrow, what would theexterior look like? They are working on ways to keep Highland Lakes modern, valuable and a desirable place to live; a mindset to leave

something better than you found it, enjoying your home and borrowing it from your children or future generations.

Kathy Baldwin, Board President

PLEASENOTE:The Clubhouse decorating party that was originally scheduled for November 20th has been moved toNovember 27th. (See the announcement on page 19). Hope to see you there!


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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - October 18, 2010

The monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of Highland Lakes Condominium Association was on the 18th day of October,

2010, in accordance with the By-Laws of the Association. Prior to the regular meeting, the Board of Directors met in closedsession to discuss the nancials.

President Kathy Baldwin called the October 18, 2010 regular meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 7:30 p.m.

AttendanceThe following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Sandy Nolan, Tom Byrne, Kathleen Connor, ClemTulley, and Judy Nakdimen. Also present were Joe Poma, Property Manager, Shannon Crowley, Administrative Assistant, andKen Wiewiora, Maintenance Superintendent. Approximately 18 Co-Owners were also present.

Finance Committee Report: See report on page 14No one from the Finance Committee was present to report

to the Board.

Board Discussion: None.

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Kathleen,to accept the Finance Committee Report as printed datedSeptember 24, 2010. All in favor. Motion passed.

Grounds Committee Report: See report on page 13Ray Parzych reported to the Board. Ray made an addendum

to the written report by requesting that the two overgrownshrubs on the island also be removed. He also expressedhis concern that not enough was being taken off the shrubs,and so they tend to look overgrown.

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by JudyNakdimen, to accept the Grounds Committee Report datedOctober 5, 2010 with the recommendation to the boardto remove the shrub at the Eight Mile entrance as well asthe addendum to remove the two shrubs in front of theclubhouse.All in favor. Motion passed.

Additional Remarks: Ray expressed gratitude to theMaintenance crew for their help in taking care of some ofthe grounds committee requests. They have been a greathelp.

Court Captain Committee Report: See report on page 17Joel Lutz reported to the Board.

Board Discussion: None

Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor, support bySandy Nolan, to accept Court Captain Committee Reportdated October 12, 2010.All in favor. Motion passed.

Additional Remarks: Donna McNally stated (as a courtcaptain), when she delivered the letter concerning chimneycleaning, some of the residents asked her the policy becausethe letter is not clear as to how often a chimney should becleaned. (the letter said every few years, which is not adenite time frame). She stated that she told the residents

every year for wood burning replaces, and every 2 years

for gas replaces, (as explained to her by Joe Poma). Joe

agreed that the letter should have been more descriptive. He

Approval of Minutes:1. Minutes of the September 20, 2010 Meeting of the Board

of Directors. (Published in the October 2010 Herald, pages 8-13)Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support bySandy Nolan, to approve and le the September 20, 2010Minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion passed.

2. Minutes of the September 20, 2010 Executive Session of theBoard of Directors

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by JudyNakdimen, to approve and le the Minutes as presented for

the Executive Board Session dated September 20, 2010. Allin favor. Motion passed.

3. Minutes of the September 21, 2010 Executive Session of theBoard of Directors.

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support bySandy Nolan, to approve and le the Minutes as presentedfor the Executive Board Session dated September 20, 2010.All in favor. Motion passed.

United Condominium Owners of MichiganKathy Baldwin opened the meeting by reporting that she,

along with Judy Nakdimen and Kathleen Connor attendeda UCOM (United Condominium Owners of Michigan),seminar on Saturday, October 16, 2010.

At this meeting Highland Lakes was awarded for best

newsletter / communications for the year in the categoryof 300+ units for the Highland Lakes Herald.

Kathy presented the award to Shannon Crowley (editor), andcongratulated the Herald Committee for stepping up to theplate and making the Herald even better than it has been inthe past.

She also took the opportunity to thank the Court Captain

committee for their diligence in delivering the Herald, aswell as the volunteers who stuff the inserts and prepare theHerald for delivery..


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explained that it had been written quickly because of theimmediate need as presented to him by RTA. He added thatthe language the written chimney policy, and the way that it isconveyed to the residents should be more dened.

Joe also stated that hes been receiving commentsfrom residents who havent used their replaces atall, and therefore questioned their need to have thechimneys cleaned. The response that I give them is, Ifsomebody could use the freplace, then it has to be cleaned and

inspected. He further explained that (he believes)Alpha & Omega Chimney Cleaning could inspect thechimney to ensure that the conditions meets HLCArequirements without charging for an unnecessarycleaning.

Engineering Committee Report: See report on page 18 Terry McNally reported to the Board. In addition to the

written report and notes, Terry added that the Ilio Alessandriis working with Ken to break up the 16-page approval packetinto categories to eliminate unnecessary printing for unusedpages.

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support byJudy Nakdimen, to accept Engineering Committee Reportdated October 13, 2010 including their recommendations toapprove requests #1-5.All in favor. Motion passed.

Clubhouse Committee Report: See report on page 16Betty Parzych reported to the Board.


Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by JudyNakdimen, to accept Clubhouse Committee Report datedOctober 11, 2010 and their recommendations.All in favor.Motion passed.

Maintenance Superintendents Report:See report on page 12

In addition to the written report presented, Ken stated thathe received a report from the University of Michigan via TruGreen Landscaping that said they are expecting grubsto continue eating for the next 4 to 5 weeks before goinginto hibernation; (this is about 5 weeks longer than normal.)This will mean a lot more damage to the grass this fall. Kenexplained that there are contact lls that could be done now,but he isnt sure of their effectiveness at this time of theseason. The best time-frame to treat for grubs is June/Julywith a product called Merit. This has not been done on theproperty for over 5 years.

Board Discussion: Kathy asked about the cost of doing aMerit treatment. Ken explained that a treatment from ourfertilizer company would cost us $8K, and would include an

additional weed killer. Joe added that they are weighing theoptions of either doing a property-wide treatment vs. spottreating areas that residents make us aware of. He went onto say that the increased grub count would account for theincreased rodent trappings by Alpha and Omega (skunks,cats, moles, etc.).

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Michelle Todorov, to accept Maintenance Superintendents Reportdated October 18, 2010.All in favor. Motion passed.

Property Managers Report:See report on page 10


Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by ClemTulley, to accept Property Managers Report dated October18, 2010.All in favor. Motion passed.

Co-Owner ForumA. Joel Lutz expressed his concern about the general appearance

and upkeep of some of the units. He explained that he walks the courts regularly and the condition of caulking,front doors, etc. of some of the units is very poor. It ishis opinion that solely relying on the neighbors to bring theissue to the managements attention is not sufcient. Herecommended starting a pro-active program to police thecondition of the homes more closely, so that these issuescould be corrected without a call from a neighboring co-owner.

Joe responded that he drives the property twice a day andwalks the lake once a week. He agreed that front porches area hot topic right now, along with loose trash in the trashbins. When he drives the property hes noting these areas ofconcern, which are being forwarded to maintenance as workorders. (So management is not relying solely on informationfrom neighbors). However, if there are items on remoteareas of the property that need to be addressed, phone callsfrom neighbors are helpful.

B. A resident remarked that the garbage trucks that pick upour trash have been leaking and asked Ken if that was beingaddressed. Ken said he has had the waste management comeby with a eet of employees to clean their spills in the past.He also explained that some of the spots are not hydraulicleaks, but rather leaks coming from liquid in the trash. (i.e.someone discarding a can of paint, or other liquid waste.)

C. Betty Parzych asked about how the shrubs were beingtrimmed. She stated that when Davey Tree was trimminga neighbors shrub, they left it touching the eave drop. Joestated that the trimming being done now is to clean up

shoots that grow on the top and side of the shrub, addingthat if it were trimmed more, it would expose bear twigsleaving it looking dead. Joe said that hes hoping that co-owners would opt to have the grounds committee removethe overgrown shrubs during the shrub removal program.Earl Smith spoke up and reminded the board of a timewhen Davey did a pruning of all the shrubs which cut themall down to a manageable size. However, this doubled thecost of Davey Trees service.

Adjournment

The Board recessed at 8:30 p.m. and reconvened for closed session at 8:45 p.m.


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MANAGEMENT REPORT

TO: Board of Directors, Co-OwnersFROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager

RE: Property Managers ReportDATE: October 18, 2010

1. The shrub trimming on the property has always presented some problems. We are trying to get back to the

way things were originally done, because over the course of the last few years, the practices have changed.The shrubs are trimmed twice per year, once in the spring and again in the early fall. This applies to theentire property and is our effort to prevent an unsightly landscape where everything is overgrown. In themonth of February or March, the association distributes a form to the residents that is a request to be placedon the no-trim list for the year (it is supposed to go out once per year, not twice). This form is usuallydistributed via the Herald as an insert. Any resident that does not want their shrubs trimmed, whether it isbecause they feel that the workers are hacking the shrubs too low or they would rather just do it themselves,may complete this form and submit it to the front ofce. A list is generated after these forms are completed.The basic rule has not changed. If you have submitted a request to be placed on the no-trim list yourshrubs will not be trimmed. If however, in the fall, you have still not trimmed your shrubs, they will betrimmed whether you want them trimmed or not. We have wandered away from the historical practice of

shrub trimming here in a few different ways. Within the last couple of years, residents have requested thattheir shrubs be left alone in the spring, have refused to trim them, and then request that they be left aloneagain in the fall. Conversely, residents have requested to be placed on the no-trim list, have trimmed theirshrubs, and then request that they be trimmed again in the fall whether they need it or not. This problem iscompounded by the fact that many residents think that the no-trim list is a once and done deal, meaningthat if they submit the form once, they are on the list perpetually. The issue with that scenario is that theownership of condominiums can be in a state of change. People sell, move out, rent or simply change theirmind. Sometimes a new owner wants to know why their shrubs have not been trimmed. The ofce cannottherefore use a ve year-old no-trim list, nor can we add names as we go throughout the year. If the listitself is in a state of change, then I have to resort to calling the tree contractor in the eld every single daywith add-ons or removals. The list should be established in the early spring at the latest, and be re-created

every year going forward. The bottom line here is that residents should watch for the no-trim requestform in the early months of the year and get it in to the ofce, to prevent confusion and an unnecessary orinefcient use of a contractors services. If you misplace the form, you may also call the ofce during theapplicable time period and be placed on the list.

2. The committees at Highland Lakes serve as a valuable addition for community involvement and assist inadvising the Board and are also, very often, the rst step for residents to bring forward a recommendationor concern. For that reason, I encourage everyone at Highland Lakes to consider becoming involved at thecommittee level. The committee structure here is very stable and we currently have enough members tofulll the advisory goals and government of the community, but it has also experienced very little changeover the years. New members are few and far between, and whenever we get new volunteers, it is a welcomeevent. Recently, for instance, the Pool Committee chaired by Joy Gaskin grew by ve new members, all with

new opinions and exciting ideas for the association, so your volunteer efforts are appreciated. If you wouldlike to join a committee, please consult the Herald and call the committee chairperson. Your involvementwould be welcome and appreciated.

3. On a yearly basis, the staff conducts an inspection of all watercraft on the property to verify that they areregistered with HLCA for that particular calendar year. The process starts in the spring, which gives boatowners a few extra months to get their registrations renewed at the ofce, but they should be renewed assoon as possible and preferably in December of the expiring year, to avoid any mistakes. Owners of boatsthat are unregistered are contacted several times by mail and by telephone if we are able, before the boatis conscated and sold at auction. If you leave the state for the winter, fail to register the boat with HLCA,change your census information or we are unable to contact you, your boat could be sold when it was clearly


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MANAGEMENT REPORT

not your intention to let that happen. The only way to protect yourself against this is to make note of whenyour current registration expires and promptly renew it when that time comes, or in the alternative, havea family member, friend or representative keep an eye on your personal belongings if you are unable to do

so. Remember, the responsibility for registering the boat is ultimately yours, along with all ramicationsthat come with it.

4. Although too late in the season to make any difference this year and on the same subject as the above, youmay want to check your paddle boat periodically, especially after in rains. I am seeing a large number ofboats (at least much more than normal), that are lled with water or listing to one side. This will promotealgae growth in your boat, or damage it as it scrapes the bottom. Scooping this water out with a cup after abig rainfall will protect the value of your property.

5. The front porch brickwork and concrete porch slab needs to be preventively maintained, and there are anumber of contractors and handyman services advertised in the Herald. You will be pleasantly surprised atthe cost of tuck-point repairs to reset your porch brickwork, or even to pour a new concrete porch slab to

replace the unsightly cracked one. If your porch slab is cracked, there is a possibility that the cavity beneathit was not properly lled with sand, and the slab itself has no support. Remember when doing porch repairsthat the Engineering Committee and Association does not permit a co-owner to skim coat the brick witha concrete overlay. The brick must be visible and have the same appearance as before. If you have anyquestions, please call the ofce.

6. The amended bylaws voting is going well, but we need much more of a voter turnout. We currently haveabout 18% of the ballots returned. Two things to remember when voting, we gave the residents plenty oftime to read the entire document. You do have until the night before the April Board meeting to submityour ballot, but please dont forget. Also, the proxy form is causing some minor confusion. The proxyshould be either a Board member or someone that will be at the April Board meeting, not yourself (no harmdone if you lled it out incorrectly, so long as you voted). If you vote on your ballot, and list a proxy, they

may not change your vote. You do not have to worry about voting no and having someone change it toa yes. Our corporate counsel stated that the proxy is mainly for representation when you are not present,or for purposes of identication. The ballots (your ballots) are counted.

7. Winter is coming and in anticipation of the snow that will cover the walkways, porches and everything elsethat would ordinarily be visible, please remember to remove newspapers, leashes, cables, toys or anythingelse that could be run over. Last year, as we were snow blowing the front walkways, a few front lawnserupted into a confetti display as the machinery went over a hidden newspaper. It sounds funny at rst, butthen there is the damage to the machinery, broken blades, failed bearings or the time it takes to disassemblethe blower housing. Cables and leashes are even worse, because they turn into whips or get tangled up inthe blades and have to be cut out of the machine. Remember to have your delivery person drop the paperon the porch and not the walkway.

8. If your condominium has a water spigot on the outside wall, turn off the water supply valve in yourbasement, and open the outside valve to allow trapped water to drain, so the pipe does not freeze and storethe hose in the basement so it is not ruined. Basements ood during the winter when the pipe thaws for therst time. If you leave town for the winter, temperatures in the unit should be set no lower than 50 degrees.Believe it or not, we also have a few people that leave windows open and go on vacation, so remember toclose those as well. Finally, if you have outside lighting that is operated by a timer, adjust them to the winterhours.

Joe Poma, Property Manager


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MAINTENANCE REPORTTO: Board of Directors, Property Manager, Co-Owners

FROM: Ken Wiewiora - Maintenance Superintendent

RE: Maintenance Report

DATE: October 18, 2010

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.

Lets all step-up to keep our community clean, & please report trash violators to the clubhouse.

1. Unit / Building repair: Typical unit repairs request are coming in, roof leaks, siding repairs, ect. We will

be reroong the front of one unit on Aqueduct court next week.

2. Concrete and Asphalt: Concrete work on Valiant Court area will be completed this week. Next will

be nal clean up followed by seal coat and line painting within the court. Seal coating will be weather

dependent.

3. Grounds: Our grounds crew has been following the concrete projects and is keeping up with the

restoration in those areas, please be patient, as we try to let the concrete set up for two weeks before

starting restoration. Restoration in the valiant court area will be completed over the next two weeks.

4. Fall Shrub removal: Fall shrub removal project will start October 25 through November 5 weather

permitting.

5. Sprinkler System: The fall winterization blow out of our lawn sprinkler system has been completed last

week.

6. Compost: Compost pickup done by our trash hauler will run through the week of December 14th this

year. At which point compost will not be picked through the winter months, and service will resume

mid April.

7. Equipment: Our van was towed in for service, no start issue. The ABS computer was replaced, along

with a tie rod and front end alignment.

8. Fall Grounds Cleanup: Fall grounds cleanup will be starting this week. Leaf pickup and nal mowing

over the next few weeks.

Please, if there are any ground or building concerns, 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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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

MEMBERS PRESENT:

Ray Parzych, Co-ChairmanBrad Todorov Co-ChairmanJudi AlessandriRobert Armstrong

Tommie Sue MullinEarl SmithMarty TingstadDon Warren

Kathy Baldwin, Board LiaisonJudy Nakdimen, Board LiaisonSandy Nolan, DirectorJoe Poma, Property Manager

COMMITTEE: Grounds MEETING DATE: October 5, 2010

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. Removal of dead tree and shrubs: Committee suggests removal of tree and shrubs in front of theClubhouse.

2. Globe evergreens will be purchased from Plymouth Nursery to balance the entrance of theClubhouse as well as Birds Nest Spruce when appropriate sizes become available. Wood chipswill be added to keep weed issues at a minimum.

3. Ken and Earl will extend the area in front of the Clubhouse sign to allow for more generousannual planting.

4. At the 8 Mile entrance 9 Emerald Green Arborvitaes will be purchased from Plymouth Nurseryfor planting, in house, between the existing pillars.

5. The large shrub at the 8 Mile Entrance should be removed. It is overgrown and encroachingother plants. A motion was made by Don Warren seconded by Judi Alessandri to have the shrubremoved.

6. Co-Owners will have the opportunity to once again request shrubs be removed from in front oftheir condos. Information details are included in the October Heralds.

7. Spring plantings: Suggested for common grounds: begonias

8. A call to recruit new members to the Grounds Committee - with enthusiasm and a desire to makeHighland Lakes even more beautiful then it already is!

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Removal of shrub, at the 8 Mile Rd. Entrance

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Highland Room

Respectfully Submitted by: Judi Alessandri


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MEMBERS PRESENT:

Robert Armstrong, Co-ChairmanHal Forstrom

Earl SmithRay ParzychJoy Gaskin

GUESTS PRESENT:

Tom Byrne, Board LiaisonSandy Nolan, Board Liaison

Joe Poma, Property Manager

COMMITTEE: Finance MEETING DATE: September 24, 2010

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. There was some confusion about the time of the meeting. It was discussed that the normal time is 7PMthe Thursday following the Open Board meeting for HLCA each month. Members of the committee areasked to note this in their calendars. There was some confusion this month as the bulletin board in theclubhouse specied 7PM while the Herald was in error stating the meeting was at 6PM. Joe Poma statedthat front desk employees should not be required to phone members of a committee as he is opposed toHighland Lakes staff doing the work of the committees.

2. The RTA report on roofs given at the open board meeting (20 Sep 2010) was discussed in some lengthas it was the rst time the Co-Owners had a chance to see facts & gures of the project which lies ahead.RTA (the consulting rm hired by the board) presented a report consisting of a 10 page report, 150 photosand 3 tables showing approximate costs as well as a schedule to prioritize roof replacement.

Since this report deals with millions of dollars of cost to Highland Lakes the Finance Committee spentconsiderable time in discussion. RTA has completed the rst part of their proposed activity namely thereport. As Ron Kinne stated at the open meeting RTA has proposed other services to HLCA, includinga contract for consultation on writing the roof specication, and nally a 3rd type of service to providesupervision & inspection and oversight as the project actually takes place. The cost for these services at$10,000 for the report received, and an additional $10,000 (aprox.) for the writing of the spec. The naloversight consulting will fall into a range of $150,000/$200,000 depending on hourly rate, number ofvisits required.

As stated by Ron Kinney of RTA this does not address a detailed evaluation for the chimney problem, asthis is outside the expertise of RTA.

Tom Byrne stated that the rst contract with RTA is complete. The Board has agreed to the secondcontract of $10,000 and may (or may not) approve the third contract before the next Finance Committeemeeting in October. This would bring consulting fees for RTA to a total of $170,000 to $220,000 over thelife of the project. Tom further advised the committee that Joe Poma is negotiating with DeClemente (atthe direction of the Board) for examination of the chimney condition, which is expected to be in the range

of $4,500 to $5,000 for consulting fees.

Tom Byrne also asked if anyone knew any other person who might add to the group examining theprocess. Hal mentioned someone, Sandy Nolan will make contact to follow through.

The report supplied by RTA calls for $100,000 (aprox) in emergency repairs to be made this fall to get theworst buildings thru the winter, and would be over and above any roof replacement. Per Tom Byrne thisimmediate emergency repair is for two items: plumbing stack ashings, & roof valley repair. The Boardis deliberating how much emergency repair will be made now.

The RTA conclusions call for spending in year one to be $740,000 plus the $100,000 in emergency repairs


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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORTCOMMITTEE: Finance MEETING DATE: September 24, 2010

and year two spending to be $1,207,500. Add these three gures together with the 3 pre project consultingfees ($10,000 & $10,000 RTA) plus ($5,000 DeClemente) along with 2/7ths of the oversight consultingfees (representing 2 years worth of the inspection of work completed) the total is $2,123,000. This is

substantially higher than the $1,400, 000 in our long term budget for the rst two years.

Tom Byrne pointed out that the report from RTA did include some monies in the estimates for the rsttwo years for siding replacement. Neither the verbal RTA report given at the open HLCA meeting, northe report dated September 16th contained any detail on siding. Only the costs added in the table. It mustbe noted that while the RTA report does show $621,000 for siding in the rst two years, no money hasbeen included for the chimney replacement, nor for re box replacement, nor cutting of interior condowalls, nor the restoration to as built drywall repair.

Many questions remain unanswered, much discussion was held on this expensive and massive project.Robert Armstrong noted that the McKenna drawings are on display in the clubhouse along with roof

shingles and other materials. The feeling that many Co-Owners may think that the money budgeted maycontain funds to build this style proposal as the roofs are replaced. He suggested that they be removedsince the funds are not in the budget.

3. In other topics discussed, Earl Smith noted that the loss on the sale of unit 550 is still being held insuspense and has yet to hit the balance sheet. Tom Byrne responded that the loss will be an adjustmenttaken by the outside auditors as the year end statements are reconciled.

4. A discussion of how best to invest funds (to maximize gains) was held as the board has authorized JoePoma to place additional investments. Hal Forstrom suggested that he did not feel comfortable with aninvestment in Ford Motor Company and offered several reasons. He did offer two stocks in particular thathave been excellent choices in his past experience: Black Hills Corp & Cincinnati Financial. He explained

that both of these stocks have long history of good dividends and have been very safe investments. Halnoted that he preferred not to take risks with HLCA funds.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None

NEXT MEETING: Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Submitted by Robert Armstrong


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MEMBERS PRESENT:Thomas NeumannMyra Santoni

Betty ParzychRayda Warren

GUESTS PRESENT:Kathy Baldwin, Board PresidentJudy Nakdimen, Board Liaison

Tom Byrne, Board Liaison

COMMITTEE: Clubhouse MEETING DATE: October 11, 2010

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. HIGHLAND ROOM RENOVATION: Members from the Vision Committee, Rob Berlin and IlioAlessandri joined our discussion on ideas to renovate the Highland Room. The Clubhouse Committeetook their helpful suggestions under strong consideration. The Committee focused our discussion on thefollowing efforts

a. Replacing the paneled walls with dry wall (Ilio felt that a portion of the south wall may need tohave the studs and frame replaced).

b. Adding lighted wall sconces on the north and south walls.

c. Improving the light xtures in the ceiling.

d. Place chair railing on the new walls for the perimeter of the Highland Room.

e. Painting the new walls with three subtle shades of a neutral color.

f. As budget allows, include installation of a projector and projection screen for presentations andpossible Movie Nights in the Highland Room.

2. Clubhouse Committee members anticipate nalizing their recommendations concerning the above itemsby the November meeting. It is expected that renovations would begin after the rst of the year.

3. CHRISTMAS DECORATING PARTY: Once again joining forces with the Family Social Committee, theClubhouse Committee will help host a Clubhouse Christmas Decorating Party, November 27 at 3:00 p.m.

We all felt last years event was a success and all Committee members are looking forward to this yearsas well. Planned refreshments are Pizza and Soda Pop.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None

NEXT MEETING: Monday, November 8, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Submitted by Thomas Neumann


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Robert Armstrong, Chairman

Joel Lutz, Vice ChairmanBarbara Adams, SecretaryRay ParzychTerry McNallyPat RaeburnDianne PittawayMartin TingstadPauline Raeburn

Donna McNally

Betty ParzychLiz ThussStanley RobersonJohn La MarcaJoyce ElvyGloria Janks

GUESTS PRESENT:

Sandy Nolan, Board LiaisonKathy Baldwin, Board PresidentKathleen Connor, DirectorJoe Poma, Property Manager

COMMITTEE: Court Captain Committee

MEMbERS PRESENT:

MEETING DATE: October 12, 2010

SUbJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. Joel Lutz reported that 7 of 12 Neighborhood Watch signs were salvaged for replacement withinthe community. It is a mystery where or why the other signs were destroyed. Joel is asking for

suggestions for placement of the existing signs by using the map of Highland Lakes that was onthe easel as a guide. Kathleen Connor & Clem Tulley are assisting on this project. It was mentionedthat the National Sheriffs Association has reported that Neighborhood Watch Associations haveincreased 40% in the past two years due to increased crime in communities.

2. Diane Pittaway has very generously assumed the role of ambassador Welcome to HighlandLakes in Marianne Brandts absence. Diane has delivered 16 of 19 packets to new residentsrecently. She has had positive feedback for the most part with a few rare awkward moments. Theinformative packet can make a new residents life easier. Diane asked Court Captains to assist onthis task within their own Courts. Diane will prepare the packets. She will give them to the CourtCaptain for delivery. The only real feedback is to let Diane know if the recipient is open to havingtheir name in the Herald as a new resident. A short bio (of resident) would be a nice touch.

Contact Diane to volunteer to do this, please come forward and share your talents.

3. NO ORPHAN COURTS!!!! Yeah!! Great Job Joel!

4. The phone call fan chart is working. Joel makes changes regularly, & is attentive to that.

5. Sandy Nolan reported that she hasnt heard much HLCA news, but Ofcer Mike Burrough givesher material for her Have You Heard column. She has some newsworthy tidbits for next monthspublication.

6. Kathy Baldwin asked the Court Captains to consider delivering a letter regarding chimney cleaningwhich is a requirement of our by-laws. A motion to deliver this within the next 7 days made byRay Parzych, seconded by Gloria Janks, & was passed nearly unanimously. The fan out chartwill be used to contact the Court Captains about this plan. Kathy thanked the Court Captains forstepping up to the task. This extra effort by the volunteer Court Captains saves money on postage,envelopes, etc.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE bOARD: None

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Sumitted y: bar Adams, Secretary


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MEMBERS PRESENT:Thomas A. Werner, ChairmanTerry McNally, Co-Chairman

Linda StalkerRod StalkerIlio AlessandriJohn LaMarca

GUESTS PRESENT:Kathy Baldwin, Board LiaisonKathleen Connor, Board Liaison

Clem Tulley, Board Member

COMMITTEE: Engineering MEETING DATE: October 13, 2010

MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:

1. Unit 674 Cement PatioInstallation by SinelliMeets HLCA Requirements

2. Unit 108 Storm Door

Installation by unknownMeets HLCA Requirements

3. Unit 42 (10) White Vinyl WindowsInstallation by WallsideMeets HLCA Requirements

4. Unit 616 DoorwallInstallation by WallsideMeets HLCA Requirements

5. Unit 613 Doorwall (Wallside)Installation by unknownMeets HLCA Requirements

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Recommend approval on #1, #2, #3, #4, #5

NOTE: Ilio Allessandri will present a patio template.

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Submitted by Tom Werner, Chairman


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CLUBHOUSE HOLIDAYDECORATING PARTY

Saturday, November 27th3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Please join the Clubhouse and Family Social

Committees to decorate the Clubhouse and trim the trees.

All residents are welcome- young and young at heart.

We will have special activities for the children,

including a Kids Tree and craft supplies for the

kids to create their own Christmas ornaments.

Join the fun, meet new peopleand ring in the

Holiday Season withfamily and friends!

Ornament

Decorating ActivitiesMake One - Take OneHang one on the Clubhouse tree

and take one home!

Pizza and refreshments will follow for all participants.


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SnowRemoval PRoceduRes1. NoRmal sNoweveNts:

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 sNoweveNts:6 inches or more - Maintenance will begin clearing main sidewalks and trafc lanes during the snowevent. If necessary, they will continue the removal effort until 10:00 p.m. The next morning they willbegin a second clearing effort and work until all walks and courts are cleared, or until 8:00 p.m.

3. sNowemeRgeNcies/BlizzaRds:More than 10 inches - Efforts will be focused on keeping main roads, trafc lanes and main sidewalksopen to emergency trafc only. Once those elements are clear, work will begin on approach sidewalksand courts. Maintenance will work up to 14 hours per day, until the roads, courts and walks areclear. Contractors may be called in if necessary. The priority treatment of the handicapped list will besuspended 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 parkingspaces if cars are out of the court. Management encourages Court Captains to facilitate the removal of cars and contactthe Clubhouse to advise when their court is clear and management will then contact maintenance to begin plowing theparking spaces within that court. If maintenance is ready to plow a court, the Association may also contact the courtcaptains 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 hoursof the cessation of a snow event.

6. HazaRdous coNditioNs:During the winter, the weather conditions favor the potentialfor slippery sidewalks, porches and roads. Please use due care and caution duringthis time of the year and keep a supply of ice-melter, which is available at theClubhouse, at your home for your use.

During the weekend, how much snowfall is required before maintenance will be called in?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 carsbefore plows can safely plow the spaces. The plows cannot t 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 nish 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 SECOND DAY

1 Streets 5 Approach Walks2 Clubhouse 6 Porches 3 Main Sidewalks 7 Parking Spaces4 Centers of Courts (Only if courts are clear of cars)

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Highland Lakes Condominium Association

FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY CLEANING POLICY(Short-Form)

Issued and Passed by the Board of Directors: October 1, 2005

The National Fire Protection Association (N.F.P.A.) cites one major cause of home heating res

as a lack of regular cleaning and resultant creosote and nesting material build-up in wood-burningdevices, associated chimneys and connectors.

Highland Lakes Condominium Association, in the interest of reducing the likelihood of res resulting

from improperly maintained replaces and chimneys, requires that all freplaces and chimneys be

inspected and cleaned by a qualifed, licensed and properly insured contractor on an annual basis.

This policy, as approved and adopted by the Board of Directors, is mandatory for all units containing

a replace.

Responsibilities:

Highland Lakes has adopted a Fireplace and Chimney Cleaning and Inspection Policy. The Association

shall be responsible for publishing co-owner notication in the Herald and making this program mandatoryfor all units containing a replace.

Owners are responsible for ensuring access to each replace and chimney in accordance with normal

Association procedures, scheduling the annual inspection and cleaning, maintaining the replace and

appurtenant hardware and responsibly using the replace as designed.

The contractor shall diligently perform all duties per N.F.P.A. and building codes. The inspection and

cleaning report shall disclose in writing the name of the owner, street address, unit number, date of service,

name of technician, ndings of the inspection, description of the service provided and conrm that the

replace and appurtenant hardware and chimney are safe or unsafe for normal usage. A copy of this report

shall be given to the owner and a signed true copy to Highland Lakes. Further, if the replace is found

unsafe, the contractor shall red tag the unit and immediately notify the Property Manager or Maintenance

Superintendent, and the owner of the unit.

The owner(s) of each condominium unit shall be responsible for the cost to inspect, clean, and maintain

their units replace, ue and chimney. Repairs to the replace, rebox, rebricks, ue, and chimney up to

the point of the rooine shall be the sole responsibility of the condominium owner. Repairs to the chimney

roof enclosure, screen and/or vent pipe above the rooine shall be the responsibility of the Association.

Notes:

1) A full-copy of the Fireplace and Chimney Cleaning Policy is available free of charge, at the clubhouse, to

any co-owner or occupant.2) Fireplaces and wood burning appliances are used to a greater extent during the winter months or colder

weather. This is the time when res typically occur due to a failure to clean and inspect. HLCA is advising

all residents of this issue. Your own inspection of your replace and the ability to see daylight as you look

up the chimney is not a sufcient determining factor that the replace is t for use. Creosote, ash deposits,

nesting material, etc. may be bound to the inside walls and look like the wall itself. A qualied professional

must do the work.

3) HLCA has business cards at the ofce for resident-recommended contractors that have done work here for

years. The price for the work is somewhat nominal.

4) Any questions should be directed to the administrative staff.


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There are over 40 men and

women in Highland Lakes whoserve, for co-owners, as the major

conduit of communication in our

community. These volunteers are

the COURT CAPTAINS.

YOUR COMMITTEES IN ACTION

The monthly Herald arrives at your home courtesy of these folks who pick up

magazines at the Clubhouse and walk their route to hand deliver them. Some

Court Captains do super duty delivering as many as 32 units, in four buildings

regardless of the season or the weather.

As you know, we are in the process of voting on a revision of our by-laws. In August,

Court Captains assisted in voting packet delivery to each owner, in person. Captains

were asked to make a second visit if delivery of the packet wasnt successful the rst

time.

Under a new program directed by Diane Pittaway many Court Captains act as a

welcoming committee for new residents making sure they are aware of trash days,

available services, Clubhouse activities and such.

The Court Captain group maintains a relationship with the Northville TownshipPolice Department. They encourage our Co-Owners to be active in our Neighborhood

Watch Program. Guest Speakers have included Northville Township Safety Director

John Werth and Ofcer Mike Burrough. Watch the Herald for the time and date when

Township Dispatcher Kelly Pigeon comes to talk with us on our 911 calling system.

Our appreciation goes out to these volunteers who assist in keeping our residents

informed of Highland Lakes business and activities. If youd like to join this

committee, come to a meeting, at the Clubhouse on the second Tuesday of the month

at 7:00 P.M.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS:

Please see the complete list of Court Captains on page 36.

Robert Armstrong (chair), Joel Lutz (co-chair), Barbara Adams (secretary)

Board Liasons: Sandy Nolan, Clem Tulley

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Saturday,

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New Residents come meet yourneighbors and join in the fun!


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The menu included walleye

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Thanks, also, to everyone who

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Needless to say...a good time

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Highland Lakes residents, HarryBirney, Ray Parzych, Pat Raeburn,

Earl Smith, Earl Kidder, Don Warren,

Clem Tulley, and Tom Werner.

Former HLCA residents also joined

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Special guests included Neil Russell,

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Donations Accepted at The Clubhouse

BOOK&Vintage JewelrySALE

Highland Lakes

Womens Club meetson the first Thursday

of the month.We will meet at the Clubhouse

at Noon for a short meetingand then proceed to the

restaurant.

Saturday, NOVEMBER 1312:00 noon - 4:00 p.m.

Why are these two pictures in the Herald?

You really have to squint to see the historicalinspiration. Te top picture is the corner o JeersonAvenue and Grand Boulevard in Detroit, circa 1925.

Te bottom is a picture o the Belle Isle AthleticPavilion built in 1898. In the top picture, the baseo the street light on the lef is what we have on ourstreet signs. In the bottom picture, on the lef, is ourstreet light.

(Photos Taken from the Burton Historical Archives).


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Animal WhispererPetSitting(any

creature but snakes)

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A Prayer ofThanksgiving...We thank thee for our daily bread,For faith by which the soul is fed,

For burdens given us to bear,

For help that lis the hearts despair.

We thank thee, Lord, for eyes to see,

e truth that makes, and keeps us free:

For faults - and for the strength to mend them,

For dreams - and courage to defend them.

We have so much to thank thee for,

Dear Lord, we beg but one boon more:

Peace in the hearts of all men living,

Peace in the whole world on this anksgiving.

written by Joseph Auslander


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Retirement plans

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Life insurance

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And other benefitsof membership

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BOOFEST

MOSTORIGIN

AL

SCARIEST!

CUTEST!

It was a Spook-tacular Evening!!We celebrated the winners of the first-ever pumpkin

decorating /carving contest, congratulations Ayden andEllie Oliver for taking 1st and 2nd places.

We would also like to congratulate thewinners of the costume contest; the

SCARIEST, JohnJohn Valle (skeleton),CUTEST, an unknown ladybug, MOST ORIGINAL,Nicholas and Evan Todorov (bushes), and for the

ENTIRE FAMILY category, a new family to HighlandLakes. Thanks for getting in the spirit!!

As usual, the crowd of over 65 kids enjoyed playingthe Stuff It and Mummy Wrap games. Everyone

enjoyed the delicious Parmenters donuts and

cider. To top the evening off, the children andadults were left laughing andamazed by the magician /entertainer, Ben Spitzer.

IT WAS ASCREAMING

GOOD TIME!!


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Livonia, MI 48154

HIGHLAND LAK ES HERALDAD RATESThe Highland Lakes Herald is distributed monthly to 691 homes. All advertising accepted on a prepaid basis.

New ads will be charged set-up fee as per the schedule below.

THE HERALDDEADLINE IS THE 20TH OF EACH MONTHMake checks payable to Highland Lakes Condominium Association.

For more information, contact Shannon in the Clubhouse:248-349-4006or [email protected]

CLASSIFIED ADS Resident Non-Resident CLASSIFIED ADS Resident Non-Resident

20 Words or Less $2.00 $3.00 21-40 Words $3.00 $5.00

FLYERS- Let us insert your pre-printed yers or brochures into the Herald:

J uSt $50 pER montHpLuS pRE-pAY FoR 4 m ontH S An D GEt A m ontH FREE!

- Please provide us with 725 copies of your yer for each month we insert. -

pREmIum SpACE AVAILABLE!FULL PAGE CENTERFOLD / FRONT COVER / BACK INSIDE COVERFuLL pAGE: $7 5.00/r $675.00/yr

AD SIZE 1/8 PAGE3-3/4 X 2-1/2

1/4 PAGE3-3/4 X 5

1/2 PAGE7-1/2 X 5

FULL PAGE7-1/2 X 10

1/81/4 1/2

Full Page

MONTHLY FEE(Add $25 Set up fee for new ads) $15.00 $25.00 $40.00 $65.00

PRE-PAID 6 MO.(PAY FOR 6 MONTHS, ANDWELL WAIVE THE SET UP FEE!)

$90.00 $150.00 $240.00 $390.00

preaid Year ly pric e Ic ldes tHREE FREE montHS!!PRE-PAID YEARLY(PAY FOR 9 MONTHS, GET 3MONTHS FREE!)

$135.00 $225.00 $360.00 $585.00


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All baby-sitters listed below are residentsof Highland Lakes. The babysitter list will

be revised when enough changes warrant

doing so. Please call248/349-4006 for anychanges or additions. This list is publishedas a service to Highland Lakes residents.

Sarah Flegal, 111/2 248/790-3651*Sarah has been certifed in a Babysitting Training Clinic sponsored by the

day care director at Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church

Caleb Kempf, 16 248/380-8227

Savanna Maize, 15 248/974-3862

Olivia Martin, 16 248/449-6254

Ellie Mindick, 17 248/347-1190

Holly Penny, 16 248/740-8243

Isabel Rocha, 121/2 248/344-8858

Raquelle Sands, 13 248/921-7582

TROY BORAWSKI...........248/688-2922Any job you need done including babysitting,lawn work etc.

CALEB KEMPF...................248/380-8227Any odd jobs including lawn and yard work,

snow shoveling, pet care, plant and gardencare, miscellaneous errands. Age: 16.

CHRISTOPHER KEMPF......248/380-8227Any odd jobs including lawn and yard work, snow

shoveling, pet care, plant and garden care, car washing,any miscellaneous errands. Age:14.

GARRETT KEMPF.................................248/380-8227Any odd jobs including lawn and yard work, snowshoveling, pet care, plant and garden care, car washing,

any miscellaneous errands. Age:13.

MICAH KEMPF....................248/380-8227Lawn and yard work, pet care, car washing,

helping with various jobs. Age: 17.

SAVANNAH MAIZE.............248/9743862

Odd jobs. Pet sitting & babysitting. Age: 16.STUART SAULES.............734/546-8129

Any odd jobs, yard work, pet care, car washing.

JACOB SAUCEDO...........248/924-0954Any job you need done including babysitting, lawn work etc.

BABY SITTER LIST

TheboardofdirecTorsdisclaimsanyresponsibiliTyinThehiringofThese

youngpeople,whichisapersonalmaTTerbeTweenhiredhelpandresidenTs.

FUZZY FRIENDS JOB SITE

Savoy CourtJulia AltmanBrett Marquart

Windsor CourtKimberly

Behrmann

Lake Success DriveKen and DawnCovault

Ironwood CourtEmily DanielsKatelin Bonk

Paul Burger

Aqueduct CourtRebecca GasiorekMike Kosztowny

Dearborn CourtMegan Hepp

Hayes CourtJustine KienzleJesse RoeLaura Verschure

Lyric CourtByoung Joo Kimand Family

Inlet CourtJullian NaiyokasBrandon Tomas

Lehigh LaneMark Picano andFamily

Crystal Lake DriveSusan Roose andFamily

Malvern CourtTerry &MaryRothermel andFamily

Dartmouth CourtBeverly Scott-Sturgis

Schoolhouse CourtCarolyn Fillman

Pond CourtJanice Gosur andFamily


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Highland Lakes Court CaptainsAnchorBrandon Schultz.........734-765-1214

AltheaSusan Diagnault.........734-502-2368

AmboyBrad Todorov......................380-1611

AndoverPam Takacs.......................374-0864

AqueductFrank Eisenhauer..............348-9650

Bryn MawrGloria Janks......................305-8044

DartmouthSue Misiulis.......................344-4949

DearbornClem Tulley........................349-3125

Dorothy GaySonya Flegal.....................344-9789

EddingtonDavid Duey........................305-9344

FarragutLorraine Scully (B 89 & 90)....344-8703

Janice Booher (B 88)...........344-4229

HayesD. & G. Loudy (B 30)...........349-3308

John LaMarca...................773-7597(B 28, 29, 31, 32)

InletTom Kopack......................344-9743

IrongatePauline Raeburn...............344-9791

IronwoodEsther Allison....................349-8295

IthamBob Rudolph.....................924-2600

JulietSandy Nolan (B 8) & (B 9)........349-3587

KenyonElizabeth Dombles..............Unlisted

LagoonChris Van Arnam...............982-3978

LehighJoe Coshatt.......................380-0552

Lehigh LaneDianne Hartman................229-3884

LeidelBarbara Adams..................924-2306

LilacBarbara Evans....................348-3087

LongwoodJim OConnor....................344-6600

LyricRay Parzych......................349-9370

MadisonElaine Horwath....................Unlisted

MalvernDarlene Sattler....................348-3213

Myra Santoni......................344-2568

MannLiz Thuss....................734-558-0220

MarinerDouglas Perrin.....................Unlisted

NeptuneRobert Armstrong..............912-0266

NorwoodDonna McNally..................347-0999

OaklandEarl Smith..........................349-6478

Old BridgeLinda Tomica.....................349-6107

PondDiane Pittaway..................347-1078

Queen AnneKathy Baldwin...................380-6429

RichardsMartin Tingstad..................344-4928

SandyBeverly Brenner.................348-2982

Savoy............................................VACANT

SchoolhousePeggy Zonca.....................348-5283

SeabrookAnne Marie Kuneman...........719-7722

Valiant

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

View PointStanley Roberson..............596-1239

WhitmanFrank Jensen.......................Unlisted

WindsorTom Werner.......................349-4459

NOTE: ALL AREA CODES ARE 248 UNLESS INDICATED OTHERWISE


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Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison

Court Captain Committee

Your mother probably told you never

to open the door to strangers. Children

are often advised to seek out the nearest

policeman if they become lost or afraid. But

what should you do if the stranger knocking at

your door appears to be a police ofcer? The following is atrue story and it happened to me.

Years ago, I was a divorced mother with a young child. One dark night at about 11:30 p.m.,

there came a knock at the door. I looked out the window and saw a man in uniform. To

all appearances, he was a police ofcer. I found myself in a dilemma. I had not called the

police, yet my childhood training was telling me to open the door. I ended up opening

the window a few inches and asking for his name and badge number. I then called the

Northville Township to conrm his identity.

It turned out that he was seeking information concerning aneighbors car accident. He noticed the light on in the house, and

wanted to know if I had witnessed the accident.

The point here is that every citizen has a right to question anyone

seeking entrance to his or her home. In this case, the man in uniform was in fact a police

ofcer. However, there could be a chance that someone might be posing as an ofcer to

gain entrance. If you feel uncomfortable in a particular situation, dont hesitate to check it

out. This rule applies to service and delivery people also. Anyone can purchase a uniform

at a specialty store. Trust your gut in these situations. Better Safe than Sorry.Its getting dark earlier. Lets be sure to keep our porches and patios well lit.

Happy Thanksgiving to All!


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THANKYOU,Highland Lakes Condominium Association

for choosingUS to insure your property.The Maris Insurance Agency wants to thank you for

trusting us with your insurance needs. We are extremely

proud of our office and the services we provide.

Our agencys team is committed to providing you with

the highest level of service and insuring your customer

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If you have questions about your insurance

or if you need a proof of insurance please

Contact Jenny at (586) 752-4861

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N OV EM B ER 2 0 1 0NOVEMBER 2010SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURD

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ELECTIONELECTIONDAYDAY3 4

WomensLuncheon -12:00 noon

5

Euchre Club -7:00 p.m.

7

DAYLIGHTDAYLIGHTSAVINGSSAVINGSTIME ENDSTIME ENDS

8HeraldCommittee -7:00 p.m.

Clubhouse

Committee -7:00 p.m.

9

Court CaptainCommittee -7:00 p.m.

10

EngineeringCommittee -7:00 p.m.

11

VETERANSVETERANSDAYDAY

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14 15

Board Meeting- 7:30 p.m.

16 17 18

FinanceCommittee -7:00 p.m.

19

Euchre Club -7:00 p.m.

21 22 23 Vision

Committee -6:00 p.m.

Family SocialCommittee -7:00 p.m.

24 25

THANKSGIVINGTHANKSGIVINGDAYDAYClubhouseClubhouseClosedClosed

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Clubhouse

DecoratingParty -3 p.m. - 5 p.m

28 29 30 11 22WomensLuncheon -12:00 noon

33Euchre Club -7:00 p.m.

AdultChristmasParty -7:00 p.m.

CLUBHOUSE WINTER HOURSCLUBHOUSE WINTER HOURSMonday - Wednesday......9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thursday - Friday.............9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday..................................Noon - 9:00 p.m.

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Highland Lakes Herald - November 2010