Highland Lakes Herald - April 2014

APRIL 2014
NEXT BOARD MEETING:

Monday, April 21st
at 7:30 p.m.
ELECTION SCHEDULE:
RESUME DEADLINE
APRIL 18th - Page 23
TIPPING POINT PHOTOS
- Page 24
THANK YOU TO A GENEROUS
CO-OWNER - Page 27
EASTER EGG HUNT & BOOK
READING - APRIL 12TH
- Page 47
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
MAY 10 AT 9:00 A.M. - Page 29
KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOR &
AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH
- Page 31
COMMUNITY GARDEN
- First Meeting April 26th
- Page 33
CALLING ALL PIONEERS!
- Page 35
VISIT OUR LIBRARY - Page 37
WHATS COOKING! - Page 38
HAZARDOUS WASTE PICK-
UP EVENTS - Page 42
POOL COMMITTEE
- First Meeting April 15th
WOMENS LUNCHEON
DATES: - Page 40
BOOK & JEWELRY SALE
- May 3-4 - Page 41
HAVE YOU HEARD?
- Page 45
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR
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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
20301 Silver Spring Drive Northville, MI 48167
Phone: (248) 349-4006 Fax: (248) 349-8821
Website: www.HLCA.us
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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 offcial 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 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: clubhouse@hlca.us
Fax: 248-349-8821 Web: www.HLCA.us
After Hours Emergency Maintenance Phone: 248-349-4043
COMMITTEE INFORMATION
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON PHONE BOARD LIAISON
Clubhouse Judy OConnor 248-344-6600 Judy Nakdimen & Sandy Nolan
Court Captain Joel Lutz 248-349-6782 Kathy Baldwin, Sandy Nolan
& Kathleen Connor
Engineering Tom Werner 248-349-4459 Kathy Baldwin & Kathleen Connor
Community Social Brad Todorov 248-380-1611 Guy Balok, Judy Nakdimen
& Michelle Todorov
Finance Joyce Elvy 248-349-1747 Tom Byrne, Guy Balok
& Kathleen Connor
Grounds Joel Lutz 248-349-6782 Tom Byrne, Kathleen Connor
& Judy Nakdimen
Herald Marty Tingstad 248-344-4928 Kathleen Connor & Sandy Nolan
Insurance ----- ------ Kathleen Connor & Kathy Baldwin
Lakes Ecology ----- ------ Tom Byrne & Michelle Todorov
Pool Rosemary Campion 248-349-8227 Guy Balok, Sandy Nolan
Cheryl Huizing 248-231-7603 & Kathleen Connor
RV Hugh Battley 248-349-4841 Michelle Todorov
Sprinkler ----- ------ Tom Byrne & Kathleen Connor
Tennis Carol Shields 248-305-7123 Michelle Todorov
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
After Hours Emergency ................................................................................... 248-349-4043
Northville Township Police-Non-Emergency...... ........................................... 248-349-9400
Northville Township Fire Department. ......................................................... 248-348-5807
Northville Township Police and Fire Emergency. .......................................... 911
After Hours Maintenance Emergency .......................................................... 248-349-4043
Assessment/Billing Inquiries ..................................................................... 248-349-4006
Consumers Power Company ....................................................................... 800-477-5050
DTE-Electric Company................................................................................ 800-477-4747
Hazardous Waste Information ..................................................................... 734-326-3936
HLCA 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
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kathy Baldwin, President ........... 248-380-6429
Michelle Todorov, Vice President . 248-380-1611
Tom Byrne, Treasurer ................. 248-349-6924
Sandy Nolan, Secretary .............. 248-349-3587
Kathleen Connor, Director .......... 248-349-8264
Judy Nakdimen, Director ............ 248-344-0336
Guy Balok, Director .................... 734-667-3507
PERSONNEL
Joe Poma......................................Property Manager
Shannon Crowley........Administrative Asst. (NOTARY)
Sharon Englund....................................Bookkeeper
Guinevere Eatmon..................Receptionist (NOTARY)
Emily Lutzenkirchen............................Receptionist
Ken Wiewiora............Maintenance Superintendent
Mike Francis.....................Maintenance Supervisor
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Editor
Shannon Crowley
shannon@hlca.us
Herald Committee
Marty Tingstad, Chairman
Wilma Leonard
Robert Armstrong
Joy Gaskin
Herald Staff
Ray Parzych
Betty Parzych
Joel Lutz
Tom DeGalan
Gloria Janks
Marty Tingstad
Ilio Alessandri
Barbara Evans
Highland Lakes
Herald
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the upcoming issue after the 20th of the month.
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AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
1-2-3 Taxi Travel ....................................... 30
APPLIANCE REPAIR
Masters in Trade ....................................... 2
APPLIANCE SALES & REPAIR
Carmack Appliance Service .................... 30
ATTORNEYS / LEGAL
Kelly & Kelly ............................................ 48
BARBECUE GRILLS
American Gas Works LLC ...................... 26
BEAUTY / SKIN CARE
Avon ........................................................... 28
Mary Kay ................................................... 28
BUILDING & REMODELING
Rob the Builder ......................................... 32
CABLE & INTERNET SERVICE
AT & T ...................................................... 46
CARPET & FLOORS
American Carpet Center ......................... 28
Klean-Rite Carpet Cleaning .................... 34
Masters in Trade ....................................... 2
Simply Floor Coverings .......................... 36
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Chamber of Commerce ........................... 34
DRYER VENT CLEANING
Roger the Handyman .............................. 34
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
Northrop-Sassaman ................................. 28
OBrien Sullivan Funeral Home ............. 49
GAS FIREPLACE REPAIR
American Gas Works LLC ...................... 26
HEALTH & FITNESS
Northville Hearing Aid ........................... 32
Northville Physical Rehab ...................... 28
HEATING & COOLING
D&G Heating ............................................ 32
Harriman Heating Inc ............................. 36
HOME REPAIR & HANDYMAN SERVICES
Andy Wright ............................................. 44
Masters in Trade ....................................... 2
R&H Glazing ............................................ 36
Rob the Builder ......................................... 32
Roger the Handyman .............................. 34
Simply Floor Coverings .......................... 36
HOME TELEPHONE SERVICE
AT & T ...................................................... 46
INSURANCE
Merrick Maris Insurance ......................... 51
LIMO SERVICE
1-2-3 Taxi Travel ....................................... 30
PAINTING & WALLPAPER
Masters in Trade ....................................... 2
PARTY STORE / ICE CREAM
Good Time Party Store ............................ 30
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE
Senior Companion Care .......................... 36
PLUMBING
Evans Plumbing ....................................... 32
REAL ESTATE
Coldwell Banker ...................................... 48
Real Estate One ......................................... 44
Rob Thom - Northville Condominium
Value .......................................................... 30
SENIOR COMPANION CARE
Senior Companion Care .......................... 36
WINDOWS/WINDOW REPAIR
R&H Glazing ............................................ 36
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BOARD COMMENTS
NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP:
Representatives from the The Northville Township Board of Trustees were here to visit with the Highland
Lakes Board of Directors regarding the proposed millage increase for Police and Fire Departments, and Parks
and Recreation. We have invited the Trustees back to discuss this ballot issue with the general residents at the
Public Board Meeting on June 16, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. This proposal will be on the August Ballot.
ELECTIONS:
The Board election is forthcoming. Anyone interested in running, please drop off your resume to the Clubhouse
by April 18, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. (Please note: April 18th is Good Friday, so the clubhouse will close at 1:00 p.m. You
will be able to drop your resume off in the clubhouse drop-box near the front entrance.) Three Director seats are up for
election this year. Please consider participating in our community as a Board Member.
The laIIol has leen sinpIihed in order lo slreanIine lhe eIeclion process. I have appoinled Rolerl Arnslrong
as chair of lhe LIeclion Connillee, and he has agreed lo fuIhII lhose funclions. Any residenl inleresled in
participating in the Election Committee, please contact Robert.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
The Community Social Committee has had a couple of movie nights over the winter months and they have
seemed to be a huge success. Other events in the near future include:
- EA5TER EGG HUNT & 5TORY TIME: ......................................................April 12 at 11:30 a.m.
- BOOK & JEWELRY 5ALE: .................................. May 3 & May 4 from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- COMMUNITY GARAGE 5ALE: ............................................ May 10 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- GARLIC-MU5TARD WEEDING: Contact Joel Lutz for Details ..................................... May 17
- POOL OPENING PARTY ..............................................................................May 25 at 4:30 p.m.
The Crafters Night will continue every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. until the pool re-opens.
ROOFING PROJECT:
Ihase 4 of our ongoing Roohng Irojecl viII le leginning as soon as lhe vealher pernils. Affecled residenls
viII receive nolihcalion Iellers vhen lhese dales are conhrned. We viII le re-roohng 16 luiIdings lhis year.
Kathy Baldwin, Board President
SPRING CLEANING:
Hopefully all of the snow will be gone soon!! Please be reminded to start clearing debris and putting your
snow shovels away.
AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR (AED):
We are lrying lo hnaIize nunlers lo purchase lhe ALD nachine for lhe cIulhouse. More delaiIs lo foIIov.
BLDG UNIT
3.............. 81 - 87
13............ 25 - 32
14............ 41 - 48
15............ 49 - 56
BLDG UNIT
21............ 172 - 179
30............ 243 - 250
38............ 413 - 418
63............ 582 - 589
BLDG UNIT
66............ 203 - 210
69............ 291 - 298
70............ 299 - 304
72............ 313 - 317
BLDG UNIT
77............ 349 - 356
81............ 598 - 604
82............ 605 - 611
84............ 616 - 622
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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - March 17, 2014
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 March 17, 2014, regular meeting of the Board of
Directors to order at 7:30 p.m.
Attendance: The following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Tom Byrne, Guy Balok, Sandy Nolan, Judy Nakdimen,
and Kathleen Connor. Also present were Joe Poma, Property Manager, Ken Wiewiora, Maintenance Superintendent, and Shannon Crowley,
Administrative Assistant. Approximately 16 co-owners were also present.
Finance Committee Report: See page 16
Earl Smith reported to the Board.
Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by
Sandy Nolan, to accept the Finance Committee report
dated February 19, 2014. All in favor. Motion passed.
Clubhouse Committee Report: See page 17
Judy Nakdimen reported to the Board.
Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor, to accept
the Clubhouse Committee report dated March 3, 2014
and their recommendations. Motion failed for lack of
support.
Discussion: Regarding the rst recommendation,
Tom questioned why the Property Manager would be
permitted to grant a special exception for a clubhouse
rental in special circumstances when the procedure
for approval does not include management. (Rental
exceptions are typically approved by Committee and the Board).
Kathy explained that the Committee was considering a
situation that would allow (for example), children to go up
to the library during a funeral event with the permission
of either the Property Manager, Board President, or
Committee Chairperson. Tom pointed out that the way
the recommendation is worded, it would give the Property
Manager, Board President or Committee Chairperson
authority to override the decision of the Board to make
an exception with no limitation. He said that the language
of the recommendation is too broad, and should include
some limitation dening special circumstances.` Ie
reiterated that typically the Property Manager doesnt have
the authority to approve or disapprove a clubhouse rental
or special request, and asked why the Property Manager
would be the rst one called to approe the request or
a special circumstance. Judy said that she believes the
Committee felt he would be the most accessible in short
notice. Judy OConnor said that she understands that the
wording is open-ended. She said that the discussion at
the Committee Meeting was regarding an incident that
occurred during a memorial service; there were a lot of
mourners in the clubhouse, and some of the children
attempted to go up to the library to get away from the
crowd, and Guin stopped them because that area is off-
limits during the rental. According to the rules, Guin was
correct in stopping them. She was enforcing the policy.
The recommendation would authorize the Property
Manager or Board President or Committee Chairperson
make an allowance in that case. Joe said that if there is
a case where enforcing the rules is against the legislative
intent of the policy, then the exception can be sought.
Sandy said that originally the restriction against using the
library during rental hours was so that children wouldnt
get hurt running up and down the stairs unsupervised.
Tom said that his objection to the recommendation is that
it is too open-ended as written, and he is unsure about
delegating the authority for an exception to one person.
He said hed feel more comfortable if two or three people
had to come into agreement to allow the exception.
Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor, support by
Sandy Nolan, to accept the Clubhouse Committee report
dated March 3, 2014, to accept recommendation #2, and
ask that the Committee to re-word recommendation #1.
All in favor. Motion passed.
Lakes Ecology Committee Report: See page 18
Robert Armstrong reported to the Board. Robert encouraged
anyone interested in or curious about participating in the
Lakes Ecology Committee to please come to the April
Meeting. 1he Committee needs to elect ocers and
approve an updated version of the Committee By-laws.
The Committee recommended that when boat stickers
are purchased, each co-owner should receive a written
copy of the watercraft policy. Kathy asked Joe to have the
written policy ready for the Committee to review at their
April meeting. Joe agreed.
Board Action: Motion by Judy Nakdimen, support by Guy
Balok, to accept the Lakes Ecology Committee report
dated March 4, 2014. All in favor. Motion passed.
Approval of Minutes:
Minutes of the February 17, 2014, regular meeting of the
Board of Directors, and minutes of the February 17,
2014, executive session of the Board of Directors.
Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Judy
Nakdimen, to approe and le the Minutes o the lebruary
17, 2014, regular meeting of the Board of Directors, and
minutes of the February 17, 2014, executive session of
the Board of Directors. All in favor. Motion passed.
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Court Captain Committee Report: See page 19
Joel Lutz reported to the Board. Joel provided the Board
with a handout summarizing the different AED options
and pricing. Joel said that based on his discussion with the
Red Cross, and AED distributors, two options suggested:
the PHILIPS HEARTSTART, and ZOLL AED PLUS.
Joel pointed out that the Zoll unit has technology that is
able to guide the user while they are using the equipment,
which is extremely helpful if the user is not familiar with
using the unit or administering CPR. It can also detect
if the heart is ready for an electrical shock. Additionally,
the Zoll unit takes standard-size batteries, while the Philips
unit takes more expensive custom batteries. The Philips
also must be used indoors (on carpet), which would not
work by the pool.
Michelle asked whether the prices included a doctors
prescription for the unit, and also whether the units came
with a warranty. Joel answered that they both include a
free prescription. The Philips unit comes with a 5-year
warranty, and the Zoll unit is 7 years.
Tom asked Ken whether he has researched prices for these
units. For the Zoll unit, Joels price with all of the add-ons
totalled $2186. Ken said that hes found the same unit
with all of the add-ons, plus a computer data cable for
updates for $1734.
Tom asked, (other than the cost difference between the two
units [Zoll: $2186 and Philips: $1844]), what is the primary
reason to prefer one unit over the other. Joel answered
that, having been through the CPR training, he believes it
is extremely valuable to have the unit with the technology
that will guide the user through the process of using the
device and administering CPR properly. Ken agreed
and added that being able to purchase the over-the-shelf
batteries for the Zoll Unit is a big plus. He remarked that a
local re station has 15 ALDs that are sitting idle because
the AED manufacturer doesnt make the customized
batteries anymore.
Robert Armstrong asked whether a proposal or
recommendation had been made to the Board yet. Kathy
said there has been no proposal; only discussions. Robert
requested that when a decision is made about the purchase,
it should be published in the Herald including the cost.
Kathy agreed, and provided copies of the handouts for
the meeting attendees.
Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan, support by Judy
Nakdimen, to accept the Court Captain Committee
reports dated March 6, 2014. All in favor. Motion
passed.
Herald Committee Report: See page 20
Kathleen Connor reported to the Board.
Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by
Guy Balok, to accept the Herald Committee report dated
March 10, 2014. All in favor. Motion passed.
Grounds Committee Report: See page 21
Joel Lutz reported to the Board.
With regards to the garlic mustard removal, Michelle asked
if there was any concern that the tentative date of May
17th is also the rain day for the Community Garage Sale.
She also added that the garlic mustard rain day falls on
Memorial Day Weekend. She suggested moving the
date closer to June. Joel explained that it will be much
easier to identify and eradicate the invasive plant when
it is blooming, which will be in May. Michelle said that
someone had contacted her concerned about the Boy
Scouts being in the woods to assist with the removal of
the garlic mustard because they are not insured, and any
liability would fall on Highland Lakes. She said that her
husband, Brad (who has worked with the Boy Scouts for
years), commented that if it is a sanctioned, Boy Scout
eent, the Boy Scouts carry insurance or those specic
events. She added that in the past, the Boy Scouts has
done this kind of service (lakes cleanup etc.), in exchange
for the use of the clubhouse for their monthly meetings.
Joel said that he would speak to Brad to further discuss
this option. Judy OConnor asked how a person could
volunteer to help. Joel said all of the information will be
included in the April Herald.
Joel said that the Committee recommended removing and
replacing the dead cedars at the Eight Mile entrance that
didnt survive the transplanting. Joe said that he had
intended to have the dead trees removed, but questioned
if they died because they were planted too close together.
Joel explained that the original intention was that the
cedars would create a solid wall on the west side entrance.
Sandy said she believed they died because they were so
old. [At the June 2013 Board meeting, the Board decided to take
the risk by transplanting the old cedars in order to save money; and
if they would fail, they would be replaced per Ilios original plan.]
Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Guy
Balok, to accept the Grounds Committee report dated
March 10, 2014, and their recommendation. All in favor.
Motion passed.
Engineering Committee Report: See page 22
Tom Werner reported to the Board. Tom said that the
Committee discussed adding a couple doors list of
acceptable styles as well as some glass options. They
will be a ready for the Board review at the April meeting.
Additionally, the Committee is drafting a letter to be
included in the Welcome Packet for new owners, and
published in the Herald that will give an overview of
what modications co-owners can or cannot do. (Many
new owners rush to make changes right away without knowing what
Highland Lakes policy is)
Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by Sandy
Nolan to accept the Engineering Committee report dated
March 12, 2014, approe modication request 41-3. All
in favor. Motion passed.
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Property Managers Report: See page 11
Michelle asked Joe about when unregistered boats are
impounded. Although the deadline for registration
is typically June 1st, Joe said that the conscation o
unregistered boats usually doesnt begin until September.
He explained that before then, boats are ticketed and every
eort is made to contact the owner rst. Michelle asked
that before impounding starts, the deadline be publicized
so that co-owners are well aware of the date. Joe agreed.
Tom said that at the Lakes Ecology meeting, there was
some discussion about beginning the impound process
earlier because there have been multiple complaints about
a lack of storage area for the boats, and there are boats
there that are unsightly or unkept. Before the Association
goes through the expense of expanding the storage area,
the Committee suggested removing the noncompliant,
and uncared-or boats rst and then assessing what the
real need is.
Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan, support by Judy
Nakdimen, to accept the Property Managers report dated
March 17, 2014. All in favor. Motion passed.
Maintenance Superintendents Report:
Verbal
Ken said that we broke many records this year with snowfall.
Unfortunately, this has caused more potholes on the
property. Maintenance is working to repair some of the
damage on our roads, including Crystal Lake. Ken added
that the extreme weather this season has caused high
frost levels, which means that some of the damage wont
be visible for another couple months when the ground
warms.
Donna McNally recommended publishing the Wayne
County Road Repair phone number in the Herald again
so that people will know who to call to complain about
Silver Spring Drive. Ken suggested putting the number
on the sandwich boards as well.
New Business:
Kathy reported that members from Board of Trustees of
Northville Township met with our Board of Directions
during the executive session. They have a mil proposal
coming up on the ballot in August, and wanted to inform
us about it. The Board of Directors has asked them to
come and address our co-owners during the June 16th
Board Meeting. The millage will go toward Police / Fire
Departments as well as Parks and Recreation. We will
publicize it more as we approach the June date so we can
have as many co-owners as possible here to hear them and
ask their questions.
During the meeting, the Trustees mentioned that they have
been very persistent with Wayne County and Lansing to get
Silver Spring Drive repaired. They informed us that Silver
Spring is on the very top of the Townships priorities for
road repair. Of course, he cant make any promises, but
we are hopeul to nal hae Siler Spring Drie repaired.
The Board was encouraged that the Township is working
hard on our behalf.
The Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Community Social Committee Report: Verbal
Michelle reported the second Movie Night of the season
would be held on March 21st with two movies showing.
Light refreshments will be provided.
On April 12th, the Committee will be hosting an Easter Egg
Hunt, but no pancake breakfast this year. The event will
begin with a book reading at 11:30 a.m., and the Egg Hunt
at noon. All are welcomed to attend.
Co-Owner Forum
Robert Armstrong: Robert reported that the outing to
the Tipping Point Theatre and Dinner this year was a
great success. There were more co-owners than last year,
with 34 attending the play, and 37 attending the dinner
afterwards at the Claddagh. Robert added that there
were a couple surprises: The Tipping Point donated a
pair o tickets to the group, which were raned o to
the participants. Also, the Claddagh donated a $25.00
git certicate which was also raned o. Robert was
very pleased he was able to plan a fun, successful
event without a cost to the Association. A write-up
and photos will be included in the April Herald. The
Board members who attended all agreed that it was a
fun event and thanked Robert for organizing it.
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MANAGEMENT REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Co-Owners
FROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager
RE: Property Managers Report
DATE: March 17, 2014
1. As a foIIov up lo ny reporl Iasl nonlh, pIease nolify lhe ofhce if you have valer danage in
your condominium caused by ice dams on the edge of the roof. Extreme weather may cause
ice to dam and back up under the shingles. When the ice comes into contact with the warmer
temperatures in the attic, it melts and can send water down the inside of the wall. If you
have vel dryvaII al lhe ceiIing or vel carpel aIong an exlerior vaII, lhere is a possiliIily lhal
this has occurred. What you need to be concerned about is on the inside of the wall itself,
lecause noId grovlh can occur vhere lhere has leen a Ieak or ood, and lhe vaII has nol
been opened up to dry out.
2. IeriodicaIIy, residenls need lo consider vhelher lhey vouId le covered in lhe evenl of an
insurance Ioss. The Associalion has insurance lhal viII cover lhe connon eIenenl and
viII reslore a unil lo as luiIl condilion in lhe evenl of a Ioss, depending on vhelher our
insurance carrier is deemed primary or secondary with regard to any loss, and whether there
are lellernenls and inprovenenls lo lhe condoniniun. Iirsl of aII, an insurance Ioss and
Associalion responsiliIily is governed ly our yIavs and Masler Deed, as is everylhing eIse.
When a Ioss occurs lo a condoniniun, lhe hrsl queslion is hov lhe danage occurred. Was
it caused by something that the Association had the responsibility to maintain and repair, or
was it caused by something that the co-owner had the responsibility to maintain and repair?
The ansver lo lhal queslion can le found in lhe Masler Deed, ArlicIe 4, Seclion 1C. If il
was the co-owners responsibility to maintain and repair, then their insurance policy would
be deemed to be the primary carrier and the Association insurance would be secondary.
This neans lhal if lhe co-ovner had $5O,OOO of insurance lo cover lhe kilchen, and lhe
Associalion had lhe sane coverage, lhen lhe co-ovners insurance vouId cover lhe Ioss in
lhal silualion and vice versa. The lyIavs require aII co-ovners lo nainlain insurance under
yIavs ArlicIe 4, Seclion 1A and forlunaleIy, nosl co-ovners do sinpIy oul of connon
sense. If lhe co-ovner, for vhalever reason, does nol have coverage, lhe Associalions
insurance viII slep in and cover il, even in cases vhere lhe Ioss originaled fron sonelhing
that the co-owner had the responsibility to maintain (but this would not excuse the fact that
lhere vas no insurance and il couId cause sone prolIens). If lhe Associalion covers a Ioss,
lhe unil is pul lack lo as luiIl condilion. The dehnilion of as luiIl nakes peopIe lhink
of 1970s shag carpeting, but not to worrythis statement is used interchangeably with the
vord slandard conslruclion and resloralion. We use slandard conslruclion lecause over
lhe course of 4O years, residenls have added cuslon voodvork, narlIe, crovn noIdings,
slainIess sleeI appIiances, hardvood oors and a vide variely of olher lhings. RegardIess
of whether the loss occurs from something that was on the Association to maintain or the
co-ovner lo nainlain, lhe Associalion poIicy does nol cover lellernenls or inprovenenls
lo lhe condoniniun. This has far reaching ranihcalions, lecause if lhere is a Ioss covered
by our insurance, we will put the unit back to standard condition (white drywall, standard
grade carpeling, slandard grade appIiances, Iighling hxlures, elc.). Iurlhernore, if lhe unil
is changed in any way (cupboards placed where they were not before, basements that are
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hnished, vaIIs noved and lhings Iike lhal), ve are nol responsilIe for denoIilion of lhe
aIlered Iocalion, lecause vhereas ve vouId have had lo renove sone dryvaII and reluiId a
cerlain corner of a Iiving roon for inslance, ve vouId nol le responsilIe for lhe added cosl
of renoving a luiIl-in calinel, vaII or olher ilen lhal vas nol lhere originaIIy.
The lellernenls and inprovenenls poIicy is perhaps lhe nosl cIear-cul parl of our insurance
seclion. ased on lhe alove, if lhe co-ovner had a narlIe counlerlop in lhe kilchen, oak
calinels and hardvood ooring and our insurance poIicy covered danage lo lhe kilchen,
lhen ve vouId usuaIIy cover lhe cosl of renoving lhe lellernenls (lecause lhey are in
their original location), but we would replace them with standard grade items (formica,
IinoIeun, slandard appIiances). The cosl for renovaI of sonelhing fron ils originaI Iocalion
is usually the same whether it is standard or upgraded, but this may not be the case and if
il is delernined lhal lhe cosl of renoving lhe lellernenl far oulveighs vhal vouId have
leen charged lo renove a slandard ilen, addilionaI charges viII appIy. (heavy stone or marble
countertop involving extensive time and material). If hovever, lhe kilchen calinels vere pIaced
vhere lhe foyer is supposed lo le, lhen lhe co-ovner vouId le responsilIe for renoving lhe
lellernenls and lhus aIIoving us access lo repair lhe area in queslion, and furlher vouId le
responsible to re-attach the cabinets or place it back to the way they had it (there was a foyer
there to begin with, so we restore it or rough it in as a foyer and they are responsible to re-
allach everylhing in ils nev or non-originaI Iocalion.
In sunnary, if lhere is a Ioss, ask lhe foIIoving queslions: 1) vho had lhe responsiliIily
lo nainlain lhe eIenenl lhal caused lhe Ioss` 2) are lhere lellernenls or inprovenenls
invoIved` 3) ased on lhe oor-pIan of lhe condoniniun as conslrucled originaIIy, are
lhe lellernenls and inprovenenls in lhe sane Iocalion as lhe slandard grade ilens lhal
preceded lhen` This has cone up over lhe years in various forns, a co-ovner luiIds a
deck that blocks the electric or gas meter, a contractor pours a concrete patio against the
foundalion vaII and lasenenl vindovs (yes, lhis did happen), a hnished lasenenl oods
and rav sevage danages lhe carpeling, paneIing, couches and everylhing eIse lhal vas nol
lhere lo legin vilh, lhere is a Ieak in a vaII lehind an ornale slone hrepIace, elc. Ollaining
insurance for lellernenls and inprovenenls is reIaliveIy inexpensive, lul crilicaI lo any
poIicy. Iurlhernore, nake sure lhal you have adequale personaI properly coverage lo cover
lhe Ioss of personaI ilens (leIevisions, conpulers, furnilure and any olher vaIualIes), and
renenler lhal jusl lecause il is off lhe oor, does nol nean lhal il is safe. If you have
a hnished lasenenl in your hone, verify lhal you have lhe coverage for lhe denoIilion,
resloralion and lhe cIean-up cosl, lecause in lhe case of a hnished lasenenl, lhe insurance
conpany handIes il slarl lo hnish. The nosl effeclive insurance poIicy viII incIude provisions
for inprovenenls, Iiniled-connon eIenenl and personaI properly lhal is lacked-up vilh
piclures and invenlory Iisls given lo lhe insurance agenl.
3. The nev loal regislralion slickers used Iasl year vere found lo le defeclive, and lhey
peeled away easily or fell off during the season. The manufacturer corrected the problem by
adding a differenl anounl of adhesive lo lhe lacking, so lhey shouId vork going forvard.
RE: Property Managers Report , Page 2
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Since lhe slickers vere defeclive, lhe nainlenance deparlnenl vas unsure if a loal vas
unregislered or if lhe slicker had faIIen off, so lhere vere no seizures of valercrafl for 2O13.
This year, ve have a nev prinler and slickers, so conhscalion of unregislered valercrafl viII
le aggressive due lo lhe facl lhal ve have an overalundance of loals on lhe shoreIines lhal
may be abandoned, not maintained properly or otherwise claimed by residents. We also
received sone conpIainls Iasl year lhal lhere vas no roon Iefl on lhe loal racks on SiIver
Spring and Svan Harlor Lakes. Walercrafl regislralion slickers nusl le purchased al lhe
fronl desk ly May 1sl and are vaIid for lhe caIendar year in vhich lhey are purchased. The
cosl is onIy $5.OO. As aIvays, HighIand Lakes viII nake every allenpl lo conlacl lhe ovner
of lhe valercrafl in lhe evenl of a prolIen, lul pIease renenler lhal ve are Iiniled lo lhe
conlacl infornalion lhal ve are provided via lhe census forn, and lhose residenls Ieaving
on vacalion or lenporariIy vacaling lhe properly for any reason, have lhe responsiliIily of
nolifying lhe ofhce vilh updaled phone nunlers.
4. Do nol ush laly vipes dovn lhe loiIel. Sone of lhe packaging oul lhere for nisceIIaneous
products states that the product is biodegradable. This does not mean that it will melt
avay in a sever Iine once ushed, lul nay nean lhal il vonl le lhere in a IandhII afler 2O
years. aly vipes, denlaI oss, sanilary napkins, cooking producls and diapers leIong in
a lrash can. We have had lvo luiIdings experience lasenenl ooding due lo ilens leing
ushed lhal shouId nol have leen, and vhen you are deaIing vilh hnished lasenenls,
that handful of baby wipes can cause a $10,000 insurance claim and put other people in the
building through misery.
5. The anended lyIavs, as you are avare, pIaced a 13 ceiIing on lhe nunler of pernissilIe
rentals out of the 691 units here. When the bylaws were recorded, that percentage exceeded
17, lul is nov in lhe 16 range. In an efforl lo le fair lo lhose lhal are considering renling
lheir unils in lhe fulure, I have eslalIished a vailing Iisl vherely I can conlacl lhose lhal
would like to rent their units once the percentage is within the allowable range. If you are
inleresled in leing pIaced on lhis Iisl, pIease caII ne or lhe fronl desk and Ieave your nane,
unit number and address.
6. Once again, and vilhin a lvo nonlh linefrane, lhere vas a condoniniun hre al a IocaI
connunily (nol ours) lhal caused exlensive danage lo lhe enlire luiIding. This is lhe lhird
time. I am putting a picture of the building just below this paragraph, so you can see the
devaslalion, and Iike lhe previous hre lhal I reporled, lhey lhink il vas anolher candIe. You
viII conslanlIy hear reninders aloul hre danage, valer danage and crine. Our hones, Iike
the ones that were damaged recently, are attached. The picture of the building actually looks
Iike one of ours doesnl il` Whenever you have an adjoining vaII, you nay le assured lhal if
lhe hre doesnl reach your unil, lhe snoke prolalIy viII. We reIy on each olher for safe Iiving
praclices, and once again, In reninding every residenl of lhe foIIoving: cIean your hrepIace
and chinney, cIean your slove venl hood hIler and cuploards, vacuun around aII of your
piIol Iighls, cIean your dryer Iinl screen, lesl your snoke deleclor, change your furnace hIler
RE: Iroperly Managers Reporl , Iage 3
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and nake sure lhal aII conluslilIes are al Ieasl 3 feel avay fron a heal source (lhis incIudes
loveIs near space healers and loxes near furnaces and hol valer lanks). ConverseIy, pIease
refrain fron Ieaving lhe slove vhiIe you are cooking, Iighling a candIe near a conluslilIe
naleriaI, overIoading an oulIel vilh nuIlipIe pIugs (donl aIvays reIy on lhe circuil lreaker)
or being careless while smoking.
You nay aIso le surprised lo hnd oul lhal conslruclion praclices have changed and vhal
was built 40 years ago might not be fully code compliant if it was built today. One example
is having Iiving roon carpeling righl up againsl lhe hrepIace doors or screen, ralher lhan
having a narlIe or liIe surround. If a hol enler vere lo faII oul of lhe hrepIace, lhe carpeling
couId calch on hre, so aII residenls are encouraged lo cul avay lhree feel of carpeling around
lhe hrepIace opening and inslaII ceranic liIe inslead. Many unils have aIready done lhis,
lul sone have nol. If you need lhe gas Iog sel in your hrepIace cIeaned, or vouId Iike
lo have a nev gas shul off vaIve inslaIIed, conpIele vilh lhe nev oor nounled vaIve,
Anerican Cas Works offers an exlensive inspeclion, inslaIIalion and cIeaning service and
fron vhal I undersland, il is under $25O in nosl cases. They have done a Iarge anounl of
vork al HighIand Lakes and lheir adverlisenenl is in lhe nonlhIy HeraId. Olher lhings
lo valch oul for (lhal I have seen over lhe course of 15 years in Iroperly Managenenl) are
hres lhal originale al an overhealed or defeclive vaII pIug. The nosl connon are Iocaled
lehind lhe TV sel and lehind lhe refrigeralor. The Iiving roon pIugs, due lo lhe presence
of enlerlainnenl equipnenl, conpulers, Ianps and olher eIeclronics are usuaIIy lhe ones
that people attach power strips to. The ones without the circuit breaker and surge protector
(lhe cheapesl ones) are lhe nosl dangerous. As for lhe refrigeralor, il never gels noved, and
lhe vaII lehind il never gels painled, so chances are lhal lhe pIug has never leen repIaced,
il is nol a CICI raled pIug, and lhere is an inch of dusl silling on lop of il. AppIiances Iike
nicrovaves and refrigeralors produce a varn pIug in a conhned space. I lhink lhe nosl
lroulIing aspecl of lhe recenl hres is lhal our connunily is Iarger lhan any of lhen, neaning
lhal ve have an even grealer chance of lhis happening, excepl for lhe facl lhal ve are carefuI.
I encourage aII residenls lo keep up lhe good vork vilh hre prevenlion.
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7. I have heard lhal lhis is possilIy lhe vorsl vinler since 188O, lhals 134 years. As hard as
lhal is lo leIieve, I jusl vanl lo nolify aII residenls vhal lhey can expecl vhen lhe snov neIls.
There viII le exlensive Iavn danage, especiaIIy on eilher side of lhe nain sidevaIks. There
viII le a lon of polhoIes, lroken curls, Ioose concrele, nud, ooding and valer everyvhere.
The property will be restored, but it will take the better part of the season. The snow plow
equipnenl does ils jol, lul lhey are nol precise nachines. An operalor of lhis nachinery
cannot see where the curbs are when there is 6-12 inches of snow and they are unsure of what
eIse is under il. When lhe cily pIov lrucks drove ly ny house, lhey lhrev Iarge chunks of
ice, and perhaps what was left of the asphalt road in front of it, through about 15 panels of
my perimeter fence destroying a good portion of it. It really was nobodys fault, and so long
as lhe lrucks vere going al a speed vhich vouId prevenl lhe naleriaI fron leing ejecled
loo far, il happens. IorlunaleIy for residenls of HighIand Lakes, lhe Associalion viII cover
a Ioss lhal is allrilulalIe lo our equipnenl, so Iong as lhe residenl vas nol al fauIl in sone
vay. You are Iess successfuI vhen cily or counly pIov lrucks do lhe danage, lecause a
municipality will rarely reimburse for damage while maintaining their roads. The purpose
of lhis seclion is nereIy lo Iel you knov lhal vhal happens al HighIand Lakes, happens
everyvhere and aIong vilh lhe nassive anounls of snov cone a greal deaI of fruslralion.
Having a Iavn nover lhrov a rock lhrough a car vindov or a snov pIov sending a chunk
of ice onto your front lawn is not an intentional act, and there should always be some degree
of underslanding vhen il happens. Our nainlenance slaff vorked very hard lhis year, and
danage lo personaI properly vas nininaI and aInosl non-exislenl, even lhough lhey had
lo conlend vilh aII of lhe vehicIes lhal vere nol noved and lhe lad lining of every snovfaII
(nany of lhen occurred on a Salurday nighl, requiring lhe slaff lo reporl lo vork on severaI
veekends).and Iike everyvhere eIse, ve have lo heaI fron lhe danage done lo lhe properly
as veII as lhe danage done lo lhe ludgel. In lhe spiril of noving on, I have al Ieasl four of
our lifeguards hired, and the pool will be opening on Memorial Day.
Joe Poma, Property Manager
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joyce Elvy, Chairperson
Robert Armstrong, Co-Chairperson
Earl Smith
GUESTS PRESENT:
Guy Balok, Board Liaison
COMMITTEE: Finance MEETING DATE: February 19, 2014
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
- January Finance Statement was reviewed. Property Manager pointed out the accounts
over budget for January and will probably remain over in February. These increased
expenses are mainly due to the snowy and colder than expected winter. However, our
current ratio of assets to liabilities remains strong at 3.1 to 1.
- The annual audit is near completion and our Committee will again meet with the auditor
and the Board of Directors.
Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:
None
NEXT MEETING: March 19, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
Submitted by Earl Smith
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MEMBERS PRESENT:
Judy OConnor, Chairperson
Ying Zhang
Betty Parzych
Pauline Raeburn
Sandra Jarvis
GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathy Baldwin, Board President
Judy Nakdimen, Board Liaison
COMMITTEE: Clubhouse MEETING DATE: March 3, 2014
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. We Welcomed our new member Sandy Jarvis! and, Thanks was generously
given for all those that helped re-shelve library books on 2/13/14 & a date was set of
3/18/14 @ 10:00 am to meet & cull the library shelves.
2. Discussion continued regarding a special plaque in memory of our dear members,
who have passed we want to recognize their contributions to Highland Lakes.
3. The 60 TV Console cabinet has been purchased for the Main Lounge along with a
beautiful 46 TV. Thank you Maintenance Department for picking up, assembling &
positioning all.
4. Discussion & agreement for a change in the Clubhouse Rental Agreement. *Please see
below
5. Discussion on merits of a fundraiser in November. Possibly combining a meal, bake
sale & craft sale. This would take place in November.
6. Discussed & agreed upon that a special Thank you in the form of a meal for our
Maintenance Staff. They are continuously at our beck & call & for their herculean
snow removal efforts this season.
We would like the following verbiage added to the Clubhouse Rental Agreement:
- Add to Note (a) of the Rental Application form: In special circumstances when time does
not permit this procedure to be followed, the Property Manager, the President of the Board
of Directors, or the Clubhouse Committee Chair may grant an exception and notify the
Clubhouse Committee for discussion at their next meeting.
- In paragraph 13 of the Rental Regulations, change Rap Room to Highland Room.
NEXT MEETING: April 7, 2014, 7:00 p.m.
(We welcome new members, check us out, WE ARE FUN!)
Submitted by Judy OConnor, Chairperson
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COMMITTEE: Lakes Ecology MEETING DATE: March 4, 2014
The by-laws for this committee date from the early days of Highland Lakes and are not in the modern style.
Therefore (as noted at the February meeting) Robert produced a new modern set of by-laws using by-laws
of other committees as a model. These were shown to those present and discussed. They will be sent to those
co-owners who have attended any of the recent meetings for review. Our target is to read them again at the
April meeting and put the bylaws to a vote at the May meeting.
These proposed by-laws (as all the by-laws reviewed) call for a chair, a co-chair, and a recording secretary,
to be elected from the ranks of the members of the committee. The month of the election was kept the same
as the original by laws namely October. This election is to be held every year with those elected to serve a
one year term. Please consider running for one of these three important positions. The committees success
depends on hIIing each of lhe lhree posilions.
As promised in the February meeting, Robert did a search of old issues of the Herald to locate further
information on the any follow up to the original 1979 study written by Environmental Research Group of
Ann Arbor. Approximately 40 issues of the Herald were searched (from the years 1979 1984). In the January
1982 Herald on pages 29 & 30, there is report titled Report on Water Analyses. This report was discussed
and viII le scanned lo creale a conpuler hIe, vhich viII lhen le senl lo aII inleresled in lhe Lakes LcoIogy
committee. In addition to that report, three other Lakes committee minutes from that time period were
copied and viII le scanned and senl as veII. These ninules viII give us a avor of vhal lhe connillee vas
doing back in the early 1980s.
A lively discussion about a buffer zone of natural area between the mowed grass and the edge of the water
followed. All present felt that this is a subject in need of further study and review.
A discussion of the boats, and co-owner up keep (or lack of same) initiated a discussion producing the
following recommendation, proposed by Maureen, seconded by Earl and voted unanimously.
When boat stickers for 2014 are purchased, each co-owner shall receive a set of instructions/rules/
responsibilities to be written by Joe Poma.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:53 PM
When boat stickers for 2014 are purchased, each co-owner shall receive a set of instructions/rules/
responsibilities to be written by Joe Poma.
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted by: Robert Armstrong
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Robert Armstrong
Earl Smith
Maureen Osiecki
GUESTS PRESENT:
Michelle Todorov, Board Liaison
Tom Byrne , Board Liaison
Guy Balok, Director
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COMMITTEE: Court Captain Committee
MEMBERS PRESENT
MEETING DATE: March 6, 2014
GUESTS PRESENT
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Some research was done in regards to AEDS available on the market and Joel will make a recommendation
to the Board based on the information that was gathered in regards to prices, functions, etc. The Board
viII lhen nake lhe hnaI decision. Donna McNaIIy nade lhe nolion for lhis presenlalion lo le addressed
and the rest of the members present agreed.
2. Diane vas very lusy in }anuary inlervieving nev residenls and again is very inpressed vilh lhe
improvements going into the units she has been able to see on her travels around Highland Lakes.
3. Diane suggesled lhal ve consider lhe possiliIily of recycIing and inprovenenls lo our vasle disposaI
syslen in lhe fulure. Though conpIicalions and expense are crilicaI, ideas vere discussed lhal couId le
investigated.
4. UnliI Courl Caplains cone forvard for Dearlorn Cl., Savoy Cl., and Lagoon Cl., Diane, arl Lvans and
arl Adans viII conlinue lo assisl ly deIivering lhe HeraIds.
5. Donna McNaIIy suggesled lhal May 1Olh vouId le a good day for our annuaI Yard SaIe vilh May 17lh
leing lhe aIlernale day due lo lhe possiliIily of lad vealher.
None.
NEXT MEETING: Thursday, ApriI 3, 2O14 al 7:OO p.n.
Submitted by: Barb Adams, Secretary
Joel Lutz (Chairperson)
Barbara Adams
Barb Evans
Diane Iillavay
Donna McNaIIy
Chuck Weidner
Don Loudy
Tom Werner
Sandy NoIan
Terry McNaIIy
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MEMBERS PRESENT:
Marty Tingstand, Chairman
Wilma Leonard
Joy Gaskin
GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison
Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
COMMITTEE: Herald MEETING DATE: March 10, 2014
DISCUSSION:
1. Kathleen proposed an idea for a future fund-raisera compilation of recipes
submitted for the Whats Cooking monthly feature.
2. Marty proposed re-printing the list of original owners from 1971/72. He also
suggesled inlervieving Nancy Tervin, vho vas lhe very hrsl residenl lo nove in.
Olher originaIs viII le inlervieved for reniniscences of lhese hrsl occupanls.
It was decided that the list be divided among committee members to complete
such a feature.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Monday, April 14, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Wilma Leonard
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COMMITTEE: Grounds MEETING DATE: March 10, 2013
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Committees common opinion is that the Common Buckthorn removal in test sites is ready to
move forward with the Maintenance Departments assistance shortly after the snow clears.
2. Plans are now to go forward with a volunteer residents event to pull invasive garlic mustard
in test area on May 17th, rain date May 24th. Particulars will be available in the April Herald.
3. Recommendation that the three not so green evergreens on the west side of the 8 Mile Rd
entrance be removed. It appears all the other transplanted cedars have survived.
- Remove & replace the three cedars that did not survive transplanting on the west side of the 8 Mile Rd.
entrance.
NEXT MEETING: Monday, April 14, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted by: Joel Lutz
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz, Chairperson
Marti Tupper, Co-Chair
Stan Roberson
Earl Smith
Michelle Evans
Ray Parzych
Marty Tingstad
Ilio Alessandri
GUESTS PRESENT:
Kathy Baldwin, Director
Sandy Nolan, Director
Judy Nakdimen, Board Liaison
Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison
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MEMBERS PRESENT:
Thomas A. Werner, Chairman
Terry McNally, Co-Chairman
Ilio Alessandri
Art Baynes
COMMITTEE: Engineering MEETING DATE: March 12, 2014
1. Unit 229 Satellite Dish
Installation: Sotirios Sotiropoulos
(Co-Owner)
Meets HLCA Requirements
2. Unit 10 Doorwall PD-1 with transom
Installation: Wallside Window
3. Unit 433 Fireplace, Direct Vent
Installation: American Gas Works
Note: Review attachments 1 & 2
- Reconnend approvaI on nodihcalion requesl #1-3
NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, ApriI 16, 2O14 al 3:OO p.n.
Submitted by Tom Werner, Chairman
Ken Wiewiora, Maintenance Superintendent
MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:
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ELECTION SCHEDULE
Three Director seats are up for election this year.
Advertise for Candidates:
April Herald
First Mailing of Election Notice:
Monday, March 24, 2014
Deadline for Candidates resums:
Friday, April 18, 2014 by 5:00 p.m.
Meet the Candidates Night:
Monday, April 21, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
Prior to the regular meeting of the Board of Directors.
Mailing of Ballots and Proxy:
Week of April 28, 2014
Ballots due in Clubhouse:
Friday, May 16, 2014 by 5:00 p.m.
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Annual Meeting of the Co-Owners:
Monday, May 19, 2014, 7:30 p.m.
Election winners will be announced at this meeting.
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Heres the crew working on
the potholes in front of
the clubhouse last week.
Te road will be better
for a while while we
wait for a more permanent fx.
Here
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To All Residents of Highland Lakes:
Residents of Highland Lakes contribute to
our community in many ways, whether its by
volunteering their time in the governing of the
community, keeping their homes and property in
good shape, or simply by being a good neighbor.
On rare occasions however, a resident does
something that leaves us relatively speechless in
their support. I wish I could mention their name,
but that resident does not wish to be identifed
and/or credited. Te clubhouse recently
purchased two new television sets for the main
lounge and the ftness center, afer we learned
that we could get complimentary cable service
at several locations. Te residents that use the
clubhouse were asked if they wanted a television
in the ftness center or the billiard room, and
most decided that the ftness center was the ideal
place. Tis one resident however, decided to
contribute $400 of their own money toward the
purchase of a new fat screen television for the
billiard room, noting that people use it ofen.
Due to that residents act of kindness everyone,
including you, can now watch television in the
ftness center, billiard room or main lounge by
the pool doors.
Highland Lakes is recognizing that one individual
as quietly as we can. One behalf of the Board and
Management of Highland Lakes...
Tank You.
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3rd Annual HIGHLAND LAKES
COMMUNITY
GARAGE
SALE
SATURDAY MAY 10
TH
(rain date May 17th)
9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
All Highland Lakes residents are welcome to
participate in this community event.
All Co-Owners are responsible
for putting up their own signs.
Tables will be available at the
Clubhouse for those wishing to
set up in the parking lot, on a
rst come / rst serve basis.
Questions? Contact Donna
McNally at 248-347-0999
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Know Your Neighbors
SHARE YOUR STORY! We would like to recognize more of our neighbors who have a shining moment. If you, a member
of your family, or a neighbor has a very special event or experience, please let us know so we can share that accomplishment with
the Highland Lakes Community. Maybe youre celebrating a special anniversary or birthday or a new birth in the family. Perhaps
your son has been named captain of the football team or your daughter had a record-breaking cross-country run.
Whatever the achievement-if youre proud of it, share it with your neighbors. Call Wilma Leonard at 248-380-8907 or e-mail
her at willie1117@aol.com and tell her your good news; the Herald Committee will do the write up for you to feature in our next
issue. Story submissions also can be dropped of in the Herald box at the Clubhouse. Make sure the individual(s) involved does
not mind the recognition.
One of the major reasons folks move to Northville and to Highland Lakes is our excellent school
system. Tis was especially important to Charles and Laurie Kondek of Queen Anne Ct.
Sam, their seven year old son, was diagnosed with moderate autism at age
four. When it came time for Sam to enter school his special needs were a major
priority for the Kondeks. Laurie did her homework and found an excellent
program here in Northville. According to Lauries research, Sprouts, a program
for autistic children in kindergarten through grade fve, is housed at Tornton
Creek Elementary School. Te program services moderate to severely impaired
children. At this time Northville doesnt have a program afer 5th grade. Unless such a program is
instituted, Sam will be bussed to either Livonia or Plymouth afer 5th grade.
Autism is a complex disorder of the brain that results in dif culty in social interaction, verbal and
non-verbal communication and repetitive behaviors. Autism afects 1 in 88 American children and
is four to fve times more common in boys than girls. April is Autism Awareness Month.
Te entire Kondek family enjoys Highland Lakes Living. Te family enjoys the open spaces and
our lakes. Te family fnds the small town living of Northville to be especially pleasant. Older son
Louie, who is 10, likes having his school within close proximity, and the entire family especially
enjoys the pool in the summer. Both boys have become profcient swimmers. Laurie has found her
Queen Anne Ct. neighbors to be kind and supportive of her family. Charles is employed by Team
Detroit, an advertising agency.
Readers may have noticed a fyer in the March issue advertising Cabaret for a Cause. Tis is a
beneft evening for Sams Sprouts program. Te April 17th evening at Genettis Restaurant and
Teater in downtown Northville is a real bargain because Genettis is participating at cost only. Te
$35 ticket includes a fve course Italian dinnerincluding a non-alcoholic beverage and dessert. You
will be entertained by a live show featuring talented vocalists and thespians from Eastern Michigan
University, and a silent auction. Call Genittis to reserve your seats at 248-349-0522.
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Community Garden Meeting on
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Back in 2011 - for our 40th Anniversary - we ran a list of the Highland Lakes Pioneers.
This month we would like to hear
from you Pioneers - those who moved
in during the 1970s. Nancy Terwin,
Richards Court is the oldest pioneer...
let me rephrase that. Nancey moved
in first - by a matter of days. Check the
list below and someone from the Herald
Committee will contact you for your
memories. Who was here that isnt here
anymore for whatever reason, and what
it was like forty years ago.
Nancy remembers when she could look
out toward Lake Success - no apartments - no Bellengers, no Jack Dohenys. She will have more
memories to share in May - lets hear yours!
Drop off your story at the clubhouse or email Shannon@hlca.us
Also, If you are not on this list, but you should be, please let us know.
Calling All Pioneers!
Richards Court
Nancy Terwin, 1971
Itham Court
Dorothy Tilney, 1971
Marti Peters, 1971
Savoy Court
William & Sharon Rossow, 1971
Kenyon Court
Phyllis Stengel, 1971
Schoolhouse Court
Esther Cook, 1971
Maxine Meister, 1971
Irongate Court
Lena Fogg, 1971
Hayes Court
Mary Lou Golen, 1971
Don & Gloria Loudy, 1971
Irene Piccone, 1972
Neptune Court
Hubert & Betty Brent, 1971
Lucy Curtis, 1971
Robert & Phillis Nulty, 1971
Hugh & Mary Lou Battley, 1972
Valiant Court
Tom & Sandra Nolan, 1972
Juliet Court
Joseph Stodulski, 1974
Ironwood Court
Judith Heltunen, 1973
Gerald & Kay Beaver, 1973
Dartmouth Court
Joseph & Louise Benstein, 1973
Old Bridge Court
Louise Travis, 1973
Andover Court
Mary Baughman, 1974
Mariner Court
George & Connie Lott, 1972
Lottie Nelson, 1972
Whitman Court
Alvin Russman, 1972
Mann Court
Richard & Karen Schneider, 1973
Leidel Court
Kathleen Connor, 1972
Lagoon Court
Pearl Drall, 1972
Lehigh Lane
Lawrence & Maureen Osiecki, 1972
Joel & Lela Lutz, 1972
Donald & Rayda Warren, 1972
Anchor Court
Henry & Eleanor Darnell, 1973
Bryn Mawr Court
Harold & Martha Forstrom, 1975
Norwood Court
Marlene Oden, 1975
Madison Court
Carolyn Toyer, 1974
Henry & Florence Marshall, 1975
Queen Anne Court
Donna Leech, 1975
Seabrook Court
Gene Fogel
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The Highland House Library
When is the last time you visited your Library, right
here in the Highland Lakes Clubhouse?
If you havent been up there in a while we think you are in for a nice
surprise. Tere has been many pieces of new furniture added, which makes
this whole area look updated and inviting to just sit down and relax.
Te Library is an excellent place to just get away and check out what new
books have been added to the mix. We have books on many varied topics. If
you fnd a book to borrow, youre welcome to just take it, returning it when
youre fnished. It doesnt get much easier than that. Also, when youre
done with an excellent novel, etc., remember to think of us, and donate it
to our lending library to share with your fellow neighbors.
Te acceptable categories are:
1. Fiction: (a) Historical (b) Miscellaneous (c) Mystery (d) Romance
2. True Crime
3. Childrens: (a) Youth (b) Elementary (c) Pre-school
Te only thing we ask is when returning your borrowed books, please place
them on the cart provided or on the table. Your Clubhouse Committee re-
shelves the books and maintains the Library. How simple is that?!
Te Library is always open and available to you during regular Clubhouse
hours. And remember we ofer free wi-f at the Clubhouse, so feel free to
bring your laptop, tablet or ipad with you!
So, when youre looking for a good read or a quiet work space, dont forget
to check us out!
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WHATS COOKING
For the Holidays!
This months recipes will make an excellent special for company
meal or, what the heck, lets treat the family. The recipes were
provided by two of Highland Lakes renowned cooksJoy
Gaskin donated the sole llet recipe which would be perfectly
paired with Judy Nakdimens special potato casserole.
1. Heat oven to 350. 2. In 1 qt. saucepan melt the 1/3 cup butter
until sizzling. Add the celery and onion. 3. Cook over medium
high until tender (3-4 minutes.) Stir in stuffing mix, parsley, lemon
peel, salt, pepper and lemon juice; set aside. 4. Cut each fillet to
make 8 halves. 5. Place 4 halves in ungreased 9 square baking
pan. 6. Top each half with cup stuffing mixture and cover with
remaining fillet halves. 7. Stir dill weed into 2 tbsp melted butter
and pour butter over fillets. Bake 20-30 minutes or until fish
flakes with fork. 8. Spoon sauce over fillets and continue baking
for 5 minutes
LEMONY-STUFFED SOLE FILLETS
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 tbsp. chopped onion
1 cup herb-seasoned stuffing mix
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp. grated lemon peel
1. Preheat oven to 400. 2. Butter 9x13x2 inch glass baking dish. 3 . Layer 1/3 of potatoes in dish,
overlapping slightly. 4. Sprinkle with 1/3 of salt, pepper and tarragon, then with 1/3 of cheese. Repeat
layering twice more. 5. Whisk cream and wine together to blend and pour over potatoes. Bake,
uncovered, until potatoes and tender and top is golden about 1 hour. Serves 8.
GRATIN OF POTATOES WITH
WHITE CHEDDAR AND TARRAGON
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 lb. (4 medium) sole or other fish fillets
1/2 tsp. dried dill weed
3 lbs Yukon Gold (or other) potatoes
peeled and cut into 1/8 inch slice
2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
2 tsp. dried tarragon
1 cup grated
sharp white cheddar
1 cup whipping cream
1 cup dry white wine
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Keep those recipes coming! Drop o your recipe in the Herald box
at the clubhouse or e-mail Wilma Leonard (willie1117@aol.com).
Preheat oven to 350. Combine
crust ingredients and press into pie
plate. Refrigerate until ready to fill.
Combine filling ingredients and whist
until smoothly incorporated. Pour
into prepared crust and bake for 15
minutes. Cool completely on a wire
rack and then refrigerate. Serve cold
with a dollop of whipped cream and
additional lemon zest if desired.
QUICK LEMON PIE
8 graham crackers crushed
3 tbsp. melted butter
2 eggs
Whisk pudding and milk in a large bowl and set aside until firm(it will be a thick mixture.)
Once firm, fold in the whole container of cool whip until thoroughly combined.
Layer graham crackers in the bottom of a 9x13 pan to cover surface completely. On top of the crackers,
spread half of the pudding mixture. Repeat with another layer of crackers and the remaining half of the
pudding. Top with a final layer of crackers.
Remove the lid and seal on the frosting. Microwave frosting in the container for about 30 seconds or
until it becomes quite liquid. Stir to smooth and the pour the liquid frosting over the top of the cake.
Spread it smooth to the edges. Cover loosely with foil and refrigerate overnight.
NO BAKE CLAIR CAKE
2 boxes graham crackers
3 boxes instant French vanilla pudding
3 cups cold milk
Meagan Nowacki who lives with her husband David on Savoy Ct. Meagan is persistent - she
had to e-mail her recipes twice aer her two-year old toddler grabbed her phone and accidentally
sent her message too soon. David is a Detroit re ghter so Meagan oen cooks desserts and
goodies for the house. This busy young woman also nds time to work part-time. Here are two
of her oen requested favorites despite the few ingredients and simplicity of creating.
one 8 oz container thawed cool whip
one container chocolate fudge frosting
CRUST:
zest and juice of 2 lemons
1 can sweetened condensed
milk
FILLING:
Like to play cards, like to meet new friends and like to get out of the house once
in a while? If this describes you, consider joining the ladies pinochle group.
We meet every Wednesday at 12:30 at the clubhouse. Its a very casual group
whoever shows up plays (no pressure if youre otherwise engaged), the stakes are
minimal - each player contributes $1, and the aitude is far from cuhroat.
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For further information about
the Highland Lakes Womens Club, you can contact
Peggy Zonca (248)348-5283 or mmzonca@sbcglobal.net
SAVE THESE DATES:
APRIL 3, 2014:
Blg Tomms Parthenon
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- Coordinated by: Kathleen Connor
MAY 1, 2014:
Bahama Breete
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- Coordinated by: Anne Okonski
JUNE 5, 2014:
Sa|ad S Desert Pot|uck
Highland Lakes Clubhouse
All adult female residents of Highland Lakes are invited to meet with us on the rst Thursday of each month.
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Reminder:
All boats must registered annually.
Boat registration stickers are
just $5 at the clubhouse.
All boats not registered
by June 1st will be impounded.
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Donations Accepted at The Clubhouse
No textbooks, please Childrens books are always needed
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WAYNE COUNTY
Household Hazardous Waste or E-Waste Collection Events
SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2014
Northville Electronic Waste/Tire Recycling/
Document Shredding
Date: Saturday, April 19, 2014
Time: 8:00am to 12:00 noon
Location: 650 Doheny Drive
(Seven Mile west to Northville Rd. Right
on Northville Rd to Doheny Drive)
Event restricted to residents of Wayne County

SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2014
Livonia Household Hazardous Waste &
Electronic Waste Day
Time: 8:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Ford Field
(Enter event on northbound Stark Rd
from Schoolcraf Rd)
Event restricted to residents of Livonia,
Northville & Northville Twp. only
SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2014
Belleville Household Hazardous Waste &
Date: Saturday, May 3, 2014
Location: Wayne County Community College
Western Campus, 9555 Haggerty,
Belleville, MI
Wayne County Residents Only

SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2014
Dearborn Household Hazardous Waste &
Date: Saturday, June 28, 2014
Location: Henry Ford Community College,
5101 Evergreen Road, Dearborn, MI
Event restricted to residents of Wayne County.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2014
Westland Household Hazardous Waste &
Electronic Waste Drop-of Day
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2014
Location: Westland Shopping Center,
Wayne & Warren, Behind JC Penney
Event restricted to residents of Wayne County.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2014
Livonia Electronic Waste/Tire Recycling/
Document Shredding
Date: Saturday, September 13, 2014
Time: 8:00am to 12:00 noon
Location: Livonia DPW Yard,
12973 Farmington Rd (South of
Schoolcraf Road on the west side of
Farmington)
Event restricted to residents of Wayne County

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2014
Northville Household Hazardous Waste &
Electronic Waste Drop-of Day
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2014
Location: Northville DPW Yard,
650 Doheny Drive (Seven Mile west to
Northville Rd. Right on Northville Rd.
to Doheny Drive)
(Event restricted to residents of Livonia,
Northville and Northville Township only.)
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City of Livonia
2014 Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic
Waste Drop-Off Day
Acceptable Materials
Kitchen/Bathroom Garage Miscellaneous
- Bug Sprays - Automatic Transmission Fluid - Artists Paints/Medium
- Floor Care Products - Auto Batteries (or battery acid) - Fiberglass Epoxy
- Furniture Polishes - Brake Fluid - Gun Cleaning Solvents
- Metal Polish w/ solvent - Car Wax w/ solvent - Rat Poison
- Expired Medicine - Diesel Fuel - Moth Balls
- Nail Polish - Fuel Oil - Household Batteries
- Drain Openers & Cleaners - Gasoline - Lighter Fluid
- Kerosene - Pool Chemicals
Workshop - Metal Polish w/ solvent - Acids
- Fluorescent Light Bulbs - Motor Oils - Aerosols
- Cutting Oils - Other Oils - Propane Tanks (1# & 20#)
- Glue (solvent based) - Antifreeze - Mercury Containing Devices
- Oil-Based Paint - Aerosol Cans
- Latex Paint Garden
- Automobile Paint - Fungicides Electronics
- Paint Thinner - Herbicides - Computers & Monitors
- Paint Stripper - Insecticides - Printers & Scanners
- Primer - Pesticides - Keyboards & Mouse
- Turpentine - Cell Phones & Fax Machines
- Varnish - VCRs & Televisions
- Wood Preservatives
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: Ford Field
Enter Stark Rd northbound from Schoolcraft Rd
Non-Acceptable Materials
Asbestos
Commercially Generated Wastes
Radioactive Material
Explosives/Ammunition
Shock-Sensitive Material
Smoke Detectors
Tires
Oil Filters
PCB or Dioxin Wastes
Industrial & Commercial Waste
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As I write this column, the date is March 20th, and we are
Marching into Spring. Although it doesnt feel very much like
Spring yet, we know its coming. After the monster of a winter
weve experienced, well all be breathing a sigh of relief.
However, with the gentler weather often comes signs of mischief and criminal
activity. As a matter of fact there has already been some activity at Highland Lakes. Some units
on Windsor Court were the object of egging. Other incidents of egging have also been reported.
If this happens at your condo and you observe the perpetrators, call the police. Otherwise, please
notify the clubhouse.
I have an interesting pamphlet on Personal Safety. I will share some of the tips with you this
column. Here are a few concerning protecting yourself at home.
1. Leave at one light on when youre not home, both inside and out.
2. When youre away on a trip, use a timer to turn lights on and off.
3. Buy high quality deadlocks for the outside doors, and use them.
4. Keep all windows and sliding doors locked when not in use.
5. Dont open the door for strangers, unexpected repair people, or deliveries.
6. Keep in touch with neighbors. Give a key to the clubhouse in case of emergency. The keys
are kept in a lockbox in a locked room in the clubhouse. Only certain employees have access
to the room key.
The following tips regard personal safety in elevators.
1. Get in with a group if possible.
2. Stand away from the door while waiting alone.
3. Dont ride the elevator alone with a stranger.
4. If youre uncomfortable with a stranger, get off immediately.
5. Stand near the control panel. Hit the alarm or oor buttons if necessary.
Heres wishing everyone a Happy Easter. May you be deluged with chocolate eggs, jelly beans and
everything good!
Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
Court Captain Committee
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New ads will be charged set-up fee as per the schedule below.
THE HERALD DEADLINE IS THE 20TH OF EACH MONTH
Make checks payable to Highland Lakes Condominium Association.
For more information, contact Shannon in the Clubhouse: 248-349-4006 or email shannon@hlca.us
CLASSIFIED ADS Resident Non-Resident
up to 30 words (200 Characters) $3.00 $5.00
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AD SIZE
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1/4 PAGE
3-3/4 X 5
1/2 PAGE
7-1/2 X 5
FULL PAGE
7-1/2 X 10
1/8
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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, AND
WELL WAIVE THE SET UP FEE!)
$90.00 $150.00 $240.00 $390.00
Prepaid Yearly Price Includes ONE FREE MONTH!!
PRE-PAID YEARLY
(PAY FOR 11 MONTHS, GET 1
MONTH FREE!)
$165.00 $275.00 $440.00 $715.00
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Highland Lakes Court Captains
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
...........................................VACANT
Dorothy Gay
...........................................VACANT
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
Chuck Weidner (B 28, & 29)
.......................................... 946-1479
Inlet
Catherine Frazier .......313-405-3707
Iron Gate
Nancy Schneider .............. 797-0853
Ironwood
Esther Allison .................... 880-1673
Itham
Bob Rudolph ..................... 924-2600
Juliet
Sandy Nolan ..................... 349-3587
Kenyon
Elizabeth Dombles.............. Unlisted
Lagoon
...........................................VACANT
Lehigh
Frances Moore ................. 380-0552
Lehigh Lane
Dianne Hartman ............... 229-3884
Leidel
Barbara Adams ................. 982-8247
Lilac
Barbara Evans .................. 348-3087
Longwood
Jim OConnor.................... 344-6600
Lyric
Ray Parzych ..................... 349-9370
Madison
Carolyn Toyer ................... 348-9745
Malvern
Connie Haworth ................ 349-5047
Myra Santoni .................... 344-2568
Mann
Liz Thuss ...................734-558-0220
Mariner
Douglas Perrin .................... Unlisted
Neptune
Robert Armstrong ............. 912-0266
Norwood
Donna McNally ................. 347-0999
Oakland
Earl Smith ......................... 349-6478
Old Bridge
Linda Tomica .................... 349-6107
Pond
Diane Pittaway.................. 347-1078
Queen Anne
Kathy Baldwin ................... 380-6429
Richards
Martin Tingstad ................. 344-4928
Sandy
Beverly Brenner ................ 348-2982
Savoy
...........................................VACANT
Schoolhouse
Peggy Zonca .................... 348-5283
Seabrook
Anne Marie Kuneman ....... 719-7722
Valiant
Ilio Alessandri ................... 449-6959
View Point
Stanley Roberson ............. 596-1239
Whitman
Frank Jensen .................... 880-2011
Windsor
Tom Werner ...................... 349-4459
NOTE: ALL AREA CODES ARE 248 UNLESS INDICATED OTHERWISE
51
Merrick Maris III
122 S. Rawles St., Ste. 115
Romeo
Thank You
586-752-4861
Fax: 586-752-9649
merrick.maris@fbinsmi.com
FarmBureauInsurance.com
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 oftoe
and the services we provide.
APRIL 2014
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1
CRAFTERS
NIGHT
- 6:00 p.m.
Lakes Ecology
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
2
Ladies Pinochle -
12:30 p.m.
3
Womens
Luncheon
- 12:00 noon
Court Captain
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
4 5
6 7
Clubhouse
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
8
CRAFTERS
NIGHT
- 6:00 p.m.
9
Ladies Pinochle
- 12:30 p.m.
10 11
Euchre Club
- 7:00 p.m.
12
EASTER EGG
HUNT
- 11:30 a.m.
13 14
Grounds
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
Herald
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
TAX DAY 15
CRAFTERS
NIGHT
- 6:00 p.m.
Pool Committee
- 6:30 p.m.
16
Ladies Pinochle
- 12:30 p.m.
Engineering Comm.
- 3:00 p.m.
17 18
ELECTION
RESUMES DUE
- 5:00 p.m.
GOOD FRIDAY
Clubhouse Closes
at 1:00 p.m.
19
20
EASTER
Clubhouse Closed
21
Candidates Night
- 7:00 p.m.
Board Meeting
- 7:30 p.m.
22
CRAFTERS
NIGHT
- 6:00 p.m.
23
Ladies Pinochle
- 12:30 p.m.
Finance Committee
- 6:30 p.m.
24 25
Euchre Club
- 7:00 p.m.
26
Community
Garden
- 10:00 a.m.
27 28 29
CRAFTERS
NIGHT
- 6:00 p.m.
30
Ladies Pinochle
- 12:30 p.m.
1
Womens
Luncheon - Noon
Court Captain
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
CLUBHOUSE
SUMMER HOURS
2 3
Womens
Club Book &
Jewelry Sale
- 12:00 noon
4
Womens Club
Book & Jewelry
Sale
- 12:00 noon
5
Clubhouse
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
6
CRAFTERS
NIGHT
- 6:00 p.m.
Lakes Ecology
Committee
- 7:00 p.m.
7
Ladies Pinochle
- 12:30 p.m.
8 9
Euchre Club
- 7:00 p.m.
10
Community
Garage Sale
- 9:00 a.m.
CLUBHOUSE WINTER HOURS
Monday - Wednesday.....9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday.................................Noon - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday - Friday............9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sunday...................................Noon - 5:00 p.m.

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