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    HigHland lakesCondominiumassoCiatio

    20301 Silver Spring Drive Northville, MI 4816Phone: (248) 349-4006 Fax: (248) 349-8821

    Website: www.HLCA.us

    SEPTEMBER 2012

    PatriotDay

    9/11

    A Time to Remember

    Roll CallWe want to complete our Honor Roll Call for the

    November issue to honor our all veterans and

    current service members. See details on page 26

    September

    NEXT BOARD MEETING -

    September 17th at 7:30 p.m.

    PRESIDENTS REPORT:

    Parking, Porches and Pets

    - Page 7

    KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOR

    - Page 23

    WHATS COOKING - Page 33

    WELCOME TO THE

    NEIGHBORHOOD! - Page 30

    WOMENS CLUB PIZZA AND

    SALAD LUNCHEON

    September 6 - Page 29

    BOOK & JEWELRY SALE -

    October 13 at Noon - Page 35

    First Annual Silver Springs

    Beach CAMPOUT - October 6.

    See Flyer Insert

    SHRUB REMOVAL PROGRAM

    Begins October 22nd. See

    Enclosed Form.

    COURT CAPTAIN MEETING -

    September 6th at 7:00 p.m.

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    HIGHLAND LAKES HERALD AD RATESAll advertising accepted on a prepaid basis. Make checks payable to Highland Lakes Condominium

    Association. The Highland Lakes Herald is distributed monthly to 691 homes. Copy requiring

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    THE HERALD DEADLINE IS THE 20TH OF EACH MONTHFor more information, contact Shannon in the Clubhouse: 248-349-4006 or email [email protected]

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    Highland LakesManagement Section

    Highland Lakes Board of Directors

    Kathy Baldwin, President

    Michelle Todorov, Vice PresidentTom Byrne, Treasurer

    Sandy Nolan, Secretary

    Clem Tulley, Director

    Kathleen Connor, Director

    Judy Nakdimen, Director

    This section of the Herald contains minutes of the Board of Directors meetings

    and 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 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 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 Judy OConnor 248-344-6600 Tom Byrne & Judy Nakdimen

    & Sandy Nolan

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

    & Kathleen Connor

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

    & Clem Tulley

    Community 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

    Gloria Loudy 248-349-3308

    Herald Marty Tingstad 248-344-4928 Kathleen Connor & Sandy Nolan

    Insurance ----- ------ Kathleen Connor & Kathy BaldwinLakes Ecology ----- ------ Tom Byrne & Michelle Todorov

    Pool Joy Gaskin 248-735-2623 Tom Byrne & Sandy Nolan

    & 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 Michelle Todorov & Judy Nakdimen

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONAfter Hours Emergency / HLCA Security Guard ................................... 248-349-4043

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

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

    Northville Township Police and Fire Emergency............................ 911After 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

    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

    PERSONNELJoe Poma......................................Property Manager

    Shannon Crowley........Administrative Asst. (Notary)

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

    Guinevere Eatmon..................Receptionist (Notary)

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

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

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

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    EditorShannon [email protected]

    Herald CommitteeMarty Tingstad, ChairmanWilma LeonardRobert Armstrong

    Herald StaffRay ParzychBetty ParzychJoel LutzTom DeGalanGloria JanksMarty TingstadIlio Alessandri

    Herald PrintingWhitlock Business SystemsChristopher Jason275 E. Twelve Mile Rd.Madison Heights, MI 48071(248) 548-1040

    Highland LakesHerald

    The Highland Lakes Herald is the official news medium ofthe Highland Lakes Condominium Association, servingall 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 generalmembership of the Association.

    The Herald welcomes comments, suggestions and articles

    from 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, theeditor reserves the right to solicit comments from thosewith opposing viewpoints.

    Materials submitted for publication are to be given to the

    receptionist 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 inthe upcoming issue after the 20th of the month.

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    AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION

    1-2-3 Taxi Travel .......................................36

    APPLIANCE REPAIR

    A+ Appliance Repair ...............................24

    AT&T U-VERSE

    AT & T ...................................................... 38

    BATHROOM REMODELING

    One Day Baths ..........................................28

    BEAUTY / SKIN CARE

    Avon ...........................................................36

    Mary Kay ...................................................36

    CARPET

    Carpet Repair - Gary Woodruff ............. 24Simply Floor Coverings ..........................28

    CIDER MILL

    Parmenters Northville Cider .................. 32

    COMMUNITY NEWS

    Community Events ..................................28

    FLOORING

    Simply Floor Coverings ..........................28

    FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS

    Northrop-Sassaman .................................34OBrien Sullivan Funeral Home ............. 24

    HEALTH & FITNESS

    Northville Hearing Aid ...........................36Northville Physical Rehab ......................24

    HEARING AIDS

    Northville Hearing Aid ...........................36

    HOME REPAIR & HANDYMAN SERVICES

    D&G Heating ............................................24A+ Appliance Repair ...............................24Andy Wright .............................................37

    HOME REPAIR & HANDYMAN SERVICES

    Carpet Repair - Gary Woodruff ............. 24Dennis Hill ................................................37Garys Home Repair ................................36NJV Construction .....................................40R&H Glazing ............................................37Roger the Handyman ..............................36Schaar Masonry ........................................28

    HOME TELEPHONE SERVICE

    AT & T ...................................................... 38

    INSURANCE

    Merrick Maris Insurance ........................43

    LIMO SERVICE

    1-2-3 Taxi Travel .......................................36

    MASONRY / CEMENT

    NJV Construction .....................................40Schaar Masonry ........................................28

    PAINTING/WALLPAPERING

    Dennis Hill ................................................37

    NJV Construction .....................................40

    PARTY STORE / ICE CREAM

    Good Time Party Store ............................36

    PET SITTING

    Right At Home Pet Sitting ......................32

    PIANO LESSONS

    Piano Lessons ...........................................24

    PLUMBING

    Evans Plumbing .......................................32Horton Plumbing .....................................42

    REAL ESTATE

    Real Estate One .........................................34

    WINDOWS/WINDOW REPAIR

    R&H Glazing ............................................37

    SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS

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    BOARD COMMENTS

    ParkingThere has been some confusion about the deeded parking spaces, so this explanation is being offered

    and will hopefully resolve the issue:

    Co-owners of Highland Lakes are permitted to have 2 cars in the courtyard lot and this is a two part

    explanation.

    1) Co-owners have what is called a deeded parking space. This is a space that the co-owner

    has an ownership interest in by virtue of the Master Deed of the Association. It passes with

    the title to the condominium and is recorded at the Register of Deeds as to its place. No matter

    where co-owners agree to park among themselves, the location of the deeded space may not

    be moved by verbal arrangements; that is to say that the recorded and deeded parking space

    will transfer with the sale of the condominium, as to its recorded place. If neighbors verballyagree to switch parking spaces for ease of use, that is ne, but it does not alter the Master Deed

    and it is just a nite agreement between neighbors. If the condominium has a garage, then the

    garage is the deeded parking space.

    2) Co-owners also have an assigned parking space. Remember that you are permitted to have

    two vehicles in the lot, and therefore, you must have two places to park. When Highland

    Lakes was built, there was a numbered space (deeded) and an un-numbered space (basically

    assigned). At that point, the assigned space could be any one of the un-numbered spaces, rst

    come, rst served. Most of the courtyards voted to double number the parking spaces long

    ago, which means that the un-numbered spaces were numbered to bring some sensible layout

    to the parking lots (i.e. the two spaces, deeded and assigned, were very often placed next toeach other. If the court voted to double-number, than the numbered spaces were reserved for

    that particular unit.

    What is the difference between deeded and assigned? The best way to describe it is the difference

    between an ownership interest and a possessory interest. In some sense, all co-owners of

    Highland Lakes comprise the Association and have an ownership interest in all common elements,

    but for purposes of this simplied explanation, imagine the difference of owning a home, while

    having a possessory interest in an apartment. This means that even though you do not own the

    space, you are entitled to use it and eject someone from it, but the un-assigned space is not recorded

    as being in that specic location for that specic condominium.

    Hopefully, this will bring some explanation to the parking question. Please call the ofce if you have

    any questions.

    Kathy Baldwin, Board President

    Continued on next page...

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    Front PorchesFront porches are the responsibility of each co-owner. When the board did the drive-around, it wasnoted that many porches were in disrepair.

    If you need information regarding repair, contact Joe (248-349-4006) or refer to the many Heraldadvertisers that can help you accomplish the repairs.

    PetsAll pets must be under the control of their owners at all times. A co-owner is delinquent in the care oftheir pet if it is not under their direct control at all times. If the pet is not within the connes of the unit

    or conned within the patio area, it must be on a leash. If a co-owner fails to clean up after their pet oncommon ground, a letter will be sent. Failure to comply will result in the maintenance departmentshandling of the matter and a minimum charge of $75.00 will apply.

    If someone is continually delinquent in the care of the pet, an injunction may be secured against themand the pet may be removed from their care. A barking dog in a unit or outside is a nuisance andthe association has the authority to insist that this problem be rectied. A letter will be sent to the co-owner requesting compliance.

    Note To Committees:

    Please be reminded that your minutes from your meetings need to be submitted to Shannon Crowleyno later than 5:00 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the monthly board meeting. This will ensure that itcan be included in the Board packets, which are delivered to the board of directors on the Friday priorto the board meetings. For those committees who have a problem meeting this deadline, the reportswill held over to the following months meeting. Reports can be emailed to [email protected] ordropped off to her at the clubhouse.

    Thank You!Its been a great summer, lled with activities for residents and their families. Thank you to all whoparticipated in the events, and a special thanks to all who volunteered and contributed to the success

    of these activities. Your involvement is so appreciated, and helps make Highland Lakes the wonderfulcommunity that it is.

    Kathy Baldwin, Board President

    BOARD COMMENTS

    Page Two

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    HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

    BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - August 20, 2012

    The monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of Highland Lakes Condominium Association was on the third Monday of the

    month, in accordance with the By-Laws of the Association. President Kathy Baldwin called the August 20, 2012 regular

    meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 7:30 p.m.

    Attendance

    The following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Kathleen Connor, Tom Byrne, Sandy Nolan,

    Clem Tulley and Judy Nakdimen. Also present were Ken Wiewiora, Maintenance Superintendent, and Shannon Crowley,Administrative Assistant. Approximately 24 Co-Owners were also present.

    Vision Committee Report: See page 17No member from the Vision Committee was present

    to report. Kathy Baldwin read the report and

    recommendation to the Board.Discussion: Kathleen expressed that the Grounds

    Committee had been responsible for recommendinglandscaping on the property over the years, so shedidnt understand why it was necessary for the VisionCommittee to grant their approval to landscapingplans as well. Kathy explained that Vision & Groundscommittees had a joint meeting where there was a voteto pursue a landscaping plan from a professional nurserywhich would include removing the existing pillars fromthe east side Eight Mile entrance. The conict is thatwhen a professional landscaper was consulted, theyrecommended not removing the existing pillars; sincethis is contrary to what was agreed to at the joint meeting,the Vision Committee voiced their disapproval. BettyParzych reiterated that they had intended to get a planthat included removing the pillars, but the landscapedesigner strongly advised against it. Marti Tupperadded that they further toured other complexes andfound many used landscaping which included pillars.Kathleen agreed that keeping the pillars would retaincontinuity on both sides of the entrance.

    Michelle stated that it is typically protocol to get bids

    from three different companies for any project, whichhad not been done by the Grounds Committee for theEight Mile Sign. Ray disagreed saying that there arecompanies that we return to for projects on a regularbasis because of our past history with them where wedont obtain competing bids, (for example the cementwork on the property.) Highland Lakes has a goodhistory working with Plymouth Nursery, and they werewilling to provide us with a plan and free estimate. Othernurseries were approached, but they were unwilling toprovide a plan or estimate without an upfront fee.

    Ray further referred to the minutes of the June board

    meeting, which were published in the July 2012 issue

    of the Herald (pg. 8), Kathy said that it was decided to let

    Plymouth Nursery review both the east and west side and make aplan to compliment the entrance, and we would move forward once

    a plan is accepted. Plymouth Nursery will be on site on June 19th

    to review the area. Ray continued saying that a member

    of the Vision Committee was also present at the June

    19th consultation and heard the recommendation by

    Plymouth Nursery to keep the pillars. Additionally, Ray

    said that Kathy was present at the July Grounds meeting

    when the plans were reviewed and the recommendation

    was prepared for the boards approval. Ray questioned

    why she didnt question the recommendation or request

    additional bids at that time.

    Tom recalled that at the July board meeting, the board

    directed Grounds and Vision to meet again to further

    discuss the plans and bring a joint recommendation to

    the board; Tom asked whether that had been done yet.

    Ray answered that Kathy was going to arrange a joint

    meeting, and he hadnt been notied of a date as of yet.

    Kathy agreed to set up a joint meeting for the Grounds

    and Vision committees.

    Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by Judy

    Nakdimen to accept the Vision Committee Report

    dated August 1, 2012 and table their recommendation.

    All in favor. Motion passed.

    Discussion:Tom remarked that current landscaping on

    the Eight Mile entrance is very attractive, and thanked the

    Grounds Committee for their hard work in beautifying

    that entrance. Donna McNally stated that she thought

    the Vision Committee was an ad hoc committee, and

    questioned if it was made a full committee. Kathy stated

    that it was made a full committee in 2010. [approved

    by the board of directors in February, 2010 according to their

    committee bylaws]

    Approval of Minutes:Minutes of the July 16, 2012 Regular Meeting of the Board

    of Directors, Minutes of the July 16, 2012 ExecutiveSessions of the Board of Directors

    Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by Judy

    Nakdimen, to approve and le the Minutes of the July16, 2012 Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors,Minutes of the July 16, 2012 Executive Sessions aspresented.All in favor. Motion passed.

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    Clubhouse Committee Report: See page 18Betty Parzych reported to the Board.

    Discussion: Kathy reported that the Board of Directorshas voted to allocate $1350 for the purchase of a newstove and refrigerator for the kitchen (per the ClubhouseCommittees recommendation in June).

    Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor support by

    Michelle Todorov to accept the Clubhouse CommitteeReport dated August 6, 2012 and their recommendation.All in favor. Motion passed.

    Grounds Committee Report: See page 19Ray Parzych reported to the Board.

    Discussion: With regard to the Fall Shrub removalprogram, Ray stated that the committee feels thereshould be a greater emphasis on the co-ownersresponsibility to replace the shrub with similarlandscaping after the shrub has been removed. Thisis stated on the shrub removal request form, but is not

    being strongly enforced when the shrubs are removed;Ray stated that if the vacant spot remains, it allowsmore weeds to grow, which makes the communitylook poorly maintained. Kathy asked whether the co-owner responsibility is listed on the form. Ray statedthat it is, but felt it needed a stronger emphasis becauseit is being overlooked. Tom questioned whether theco-owner responsibility to maintain that landscaping isstated anywhere other than the Shrub Removal Form.Kathy said she didnt believe it was stated in the deedor Co-owners Manual. Betty said that since they aresigning a form agreeing to replace the shrubs, it should

    be enforced. Tom questioned whether the associationhas the legal authority to enforce the agreement. TomWerner (Engineering Committee), said that the signedform is a contract, just like an Engineering ModicationRequest Form. Tom cautioned against assumingauthority without rst verifying whether it is within therights of the association to exercise authority in thatarea. Judy questioned what authority the associationhas to dictate the type of landscaping that is installed bythe co-owner. Kathleen recalled a form for presentinga landscaping plan to the Grounds Committee forapproval; the Grounds Request Form details the

    specic plantings and shrubs that are permissible.Kathy explained that this is different form from theShrub Removal Form which only states that the co-owner will be responsible for the purchase and the plantingof a replacement shrub or some other attractive landscaping.The Shrub Removal Form does not outline specicpermissible plantings.

    Kathy said that the Board would ask Joe Poma to researchwhat authority the association has about the shrubremoval and replacement, and be ready to better discussit at the September Board Meeting.

    Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan support byKathleen to accept the Grounds Committee Reportdated August 7, 2012. All in favor. Motion passed.

    Herald Committee Report: See page 20Kathleen Connor reported to the Board.

    Board Action: Motion by Judy Nakdimen support bySandy Nolan to accept the Court Captain Committee

    Report dated August 13, 2012. All in favor. Motionpassed.

    Pool Committee Report: See page 21Kathleen Connor reported to the Board.

    Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov supportby Sandy Nolan to accept the Pool Committee Reportdated August 14, 2012.All in favor. Motion passed.

    Engineering Committee Report: See page 22Terry McNally reported to the board.

    Discussion: Terry presented samples of PVC deckingmaterials of two different colors (natural grey &redwood) for the Boards review. Modication #1is requesting that this material be used for her deck.This is contrary to what is currently stated in theEngineering Request Form for Decks, so it wouldrequire Board Approval to change the current specsand allow it. Terry explained that the form speciedperimeter material to be cedar wood only, but does notspecify decking material.

    From the Engineering Request Form for Decks: All openends of decks facing common areas must be skirted from deck

    to grade with vertical cedar boards one inch by 6 inch nominalsize. Skirting must match fences in board-on-board appearance.All Deck enclosures must match adjacent fences in height andboard-on-board appearance. Deck enclosures refer to anythingbuilt above the deck. Cedar boards must remain natural in color ;they may not be stained or painted. Kathy explained thatthese details are only in the engineering packet; they arenot stated anywhere in the co-owners manual or in thebylaws.

    Terry went on to say that the Engineering Committeeagrees that modication #1 should be approved andthe packet modied to allow this type of material to be

    used for decks.Tom said that he was okay with the different materials,

    but felt that the verbiage speaks more to keeping thecolor conducive with the fencing that is provided bythe association. He questioned whether we wouldbe changing the color restriction that is currently onthe engineering form. The natural grey presentedwould be compliant, but the redwood color is muchdifferent than previously permitted. Kathy reiteratedthat, although the engineering form restricts the co-owner from staining or painting their decks, there is

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    Co-Owner ForumSue Misiulis: Sue said that she had presented a petition to

    Joe for board approval requesting the aerobics programbe continued in the winter time. Sue stated that the28 women who participated in the water aerobics thissummer would like to continue an aerobics class in theHighland Room with Derrick (lifeguard) as the instructor.Tom stated that the board voted in closed session to

    approve this request. Kathy stated that the details havenot been worked out as it would have to coincide withDerricks schedule, and take into consideration how manypeople would t in the Highland Room for an exerciseclass. Kathy further explained that this would be at noadditional cost to the association. Derrick stated that hewould charge the participants $2/person per class; thatwould be worked out between the participants and him.As soon as the details are worked out, they would bemade available to the public. Sue suggested alternatively(weather permitting) that the classes could be held on thepool patio once the furniture is in storage.

    Sue further thanked the Pool Committee, management andlifeguards for a wonderful pool season. She remarkedthat this seasons water aerobics was one of the mostwell attended in her 25 years at Highland Lakes, and thatshe has personally lost 12lbs this season since the wateraerobics began.

    Sue asked the Boards stance on charging stations forelectric vehicles. She feels it is going to be a demandin the future and the board (and engineering committee)should be ready to address it. Sue suggested that it onlybe installed in the co-owners deeded spot at the expense

    of the co-owner. (Installation as well as power bill). Sheadded that she read (Northville Record) that people whoown electric vehicles are using extension cords to chargethe cars, and the cords are being stolen. Sue added thatcords would be impractical as it poses a trip hazard orcould be damaged by a lawn mower. Michelle thankedSue for her comments, and asked her to offer any ideasthat she might have about this issue going forward. Ken

    responded that hes contacted DTE about chargingstations, and they will be providing us with more detailsabout possible options for us.

    Robert Armstrong: Robert asked about the cement workthat is being done to storm drains on the property. Kenexplained that it is catch basin repair; the ground wasbeing undermined and causing a safety hazard. Robertasked if it was mandated by an outside authority or ifit was decided by the association to do the work. Kenanswered that the association decided to do the workbecause of the safety concern, (trip hazard / possiblesink hole). Two have been repaired on the property thisyear ($4000).

    Robert said about two weeks ago when Sinelli Cementwas doing the work, they came into his area and tookhis hose to do their work. Robert said that in a previousboard meeting, the board approved a policy stating thatif work is being done in an area, that the co-owners benotied by a knock on the door so that the residentswould be aware of whats going on and not be alarmed.This was not done in this case. Robert said that whenthe Sinelli employee was questioned about using hishose without permission, the employee was belligerent

    nothing in the co-owners manual or bylaws that makesthat restriction, so the association cannot enforce therestriction.

    Michelle asked if the co-owner is requesting that the entiredeck be done in the natural grey color. Terry said thatthe co-owner wants the deck surface in the grey color,and the perimeter, facing, and the risers in the redwoodcolor PVC material. Ken spoke with the co-owner and

    explained that, according to the current specs, the risersand anything facing the common area must be naturalcedar, not stained or painted. Michelle asked if therewould be color specications for materials if the co-owner had requested a brick patio. Terry answered thatthere is currently no restriction on brick color. Michelleargued that since there is no color restrictions on brick,there should also be no color restriction on deck color.(The PVC redwood color is the same as a red brick color).

    Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support byJudy Nakdimen to accept the Engineering CommitteeReport as printed dated August 15, 2012 and their

    recommendations to approve on modication request#1-12, and modify to decking specs to allow PVC &composite material. All in favor. Motion passed.

    Community Social Committee Report: VerbalMichelle Todorov reported to the Board.

    Michelle reported that Community Social Committee isplanning a Silver Springs Beach Campout for Saturday,October 6th. Anyone is welcome to bring a tent andcamping gear and participate in the event. There will bea live animal presentation during the event (5:00 p.m.),a nature hunt, and a bonre (currently applying for a permit

    with the Township). The Community Social Committeewill provide hot dogs, chips, bottled water and smores,(as well as mufns for breakfast Sunday morning).

    Michelle explained that everyone is welcome to come forthe animal presentation or the cookout, even if youdont choose to camp out overnight. Setup starts at3:00 p.m. and tear down by 10:00 a.m. Sunday.

    Also, Michelle reminded that the Ice Cream Extravaganzais scheduled for August 25th on the Pool Patio. Therewill be free ice cream, live music, and a late night swim.All were invited to come.

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    Maintenance Superintendents Report:See report on page 13

    Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov support

    by Kathleen Connor to accept the MaintenanceSuperintendents Report dated August 20, 2012. All infavor. Motion passed.

    Property Managers Report: See report on page 14Joe Poma was not present at the meeting, so Michelle read

    his written report publicly.

    Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by KathleenConnor to accept the Property Managers Report datedAugust 20, 2012.All in favor. Motion passed.

    The Board recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened forclosed session at 9:15 p.m.

    and rude. The employee told Robert that the associationhad given him permission to use his garden hose.

    Robert stated that when the water is turned on on theoutside of the unit, it is audible on the inside; thesekinds of noises could be alarming to residents who livealone and dont know whats happening. He reiteratedthe need for residents to be made aware of work thatis going on around their unit that could be disturbing,

    whether it is done by a Highland Lakes employee or anoutside contractor; this could easily accomplished by thecourtesy of a knock on the front door.

    Kathy stated that Joe and Tom have drafted some contractprocedure that specically addresses what is expected ofan outside contractor, which will address some of theseissues. She stated that Roberts points are well takenand the board is working on enforcing these policies.Robert thanked Kathy for her response.

    Robert further stated that certain residents in the courtwere notied by Joe to move their cars (specic parking

    places) for the cement vehicles. Those spots werevacated, and other spots were also unoccupied; Sinellididnt limit their vehicles to the allotted parking spacesoutlined in Joes letter, but they also occupied other emptyspaces in the court, taking twice as many parking spacesthan Joe had requested. This was a great inconvenienceto the residents. Tom said he had the same experiencein his court last fall, which prompted him to raise theissue about a policy of procedure so that contractorsare not overstepping and causing unnecessary hardshipto co-owners.

    Kim Hudson: Thanked the board for their prompt

    action concerning her cement work. She said she had avery positive experience with Sinelli; and they were verycourteous and did a good job. She also thanked Ken formaking sure the new sod is watered in front of her unitafter the cement repair.

    Elaine Horwath: Elaine said there is a tree behindher property facing the water that is dead and she isconcerned that it is going to fall down soon. Ken said

    that her tree is on Joes list that he gave to Davey Treefor review; They will determine whether it needs to beremoved.

    Donna McNally: Complimented Davey Tree for thework they did trimming the tree in front of their unit.

    Marti Tupper: Publicly thanked Ray Parzych for hismany years of dedication and service as the GroundsCommittee chairman. Marti said hes always been

    a good person to work with and he will be missed aschairman.

    Marti also thanked the board of directors for theirexpertise and dedication to serve Highland Lakes. Shesaid she appreciated the clarication they brought forthe Eight Mile Sign discussion / motion. She expressedthat she doesnt think the vote should be taken too fast,so she appreciated their time and consideration of theissue.

    Elaine Horwath: Elaine also thanked the board for theirdedication. She also remarked that she felt Joe Poma

    was one of the best property managers the associationhas had.

    Kathy thanked all of the volunteers that help with eventsand activities in the community. Michelle particularlythanked Sally Rigo for her generosity of service. Sheasked everyone to keep Sally in thoughts & prayers asshe had been recently in the hospital and not feelingwell.

    Gyda Werner: Gyda reported that she had dropped offpaper at the school for recycling and discovered theynow have bins for recyclable plastic. She asked if

    anyone had spoken to the school about how it benetsthe school so we can make the community aware of it.Michelle said she would follow up and nd out. Michellesuggested including a list of available recycling locationsin the Northville / Novi area in an issue of the Herald.

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

    FROM: Ken Wiewiora - Maintenance Superintendent

    RE: Maintenance Report

    DATE: August 20, 2012

    1. Sewer Repairs: Lilac Court drain to Swan Harbor Lake was repaired last week; this drain pipe had a

    22 foot long section that was rusted out, causing the pipe to be undermined and resulting in a sink hole.

    The repairs have been made to the drain pipe, and restoration of the grass in that area is scheduled to be

    Hydro Seeded the last week of September. Neptune Court storm sewer, was repaired around the catchbasin area, the side wall of the catch basin had a hole which cause two side walk slabs to sink 3 to 4 inches

    creating a trip hazard. Lehigh Lane also had a repair to the catch bison side wall. This one had a sink

    hole forming under the road way.

    2. Pool: The pool mechanical winterization is scheduled to take place September 11th the week after the

    pool closes.

    3. Sprinkler: Our lawn sprinkler systems have been turned off as of today, this is to conserve water and

    save on our budget. Note this is only two to three weeks earlier than normal. Winterization will also

    take place early by two weeks. This will leave Kevin time to make long needed repairs, and move a few

    nuance heads.

    4. Water: Over the past weeks there have been reports of unattended garden hoses running all day,

    sprinklers running for hours, and even two broken garden hoses just running wide open a co-owners

    back yard fooding the back yard. Please help to conserve water! Watering only needs to be done to

    three times per day for 10 to 20 minutes. Any longer periods that results in runoff to the street.

    5. Ironwood tree plantings: The 5 pine trees that were showing stress and not establishing, were replaced

    under warranty by the Plymouth Nursery last week.

    6. Trash: Large construction trash is not allowed at our enclosures. All contractors must haul off any

    construction debris.

    Thank You,Ken Wiewiora, HLCA Maintenance Superintendent

    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.

    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.

    Thank You

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

    RE: Property Managers ReportDATE: August 20, 2012

    1. In a rougher economy, there are some pretty creative scams that we all need to be on guard against.With that being said, place this along with the advice to keep your lights on, lock your car door, andthrow away that annoying pamphlet that you get periodically. This is the second year in a row that ourresidents have received a mailer advising them to purchase a water line protection program. Since ahomeowner is responsible for the water lines running from the city hook-up to the home, a resident canspend thousands of dollars repairing an underground waterline. If you owned a house in a subdivision,this could be a remote possibility, but in our association setting, we handle it. Accordingly, dontsign up for, or pay extra for added insurance. If any mailer purports to protect you with an added orsupplementary package, view it with suspicion, approach it with caution, and most of all, call the ofceand ask before you spend any money. Remember one thing; a company out there is not trying to helpyou solely because they have a good heart. In this case, although it is not necessarily a scam, it does notapply to our community.

    2. Over the years, cable and satellite TV companies have run cables in a variety of locations. Mostly visiblefrom the back of the condominiums, these cables are running up downspouts, through gutters, eaves,up the back wall, through an upstairs window or through the door-wall. All of these congurations areincorrect and a violation of the policy. It may have been the cable technician that did it, but unfortunately,it is the responsibility of the resident to verify that it is done correctly. Most of the installers are careful,and get the required permission letter from the clubhouse ofce for any variance, but residents shouldunderstand that the correct way of running a cable wire is through the interior wall of the condominium,so that there is no outward evidence of wiring. We maintain this policy because one day, we will needto paint or replace the siding, or otherwise will need access to that area. There are already examplesthroughout the property where the siding was painted and the cable was painted with it. Once removed,it leaves a discolored line going up the wall of the condominium. Many of these issues are resolving

    themselves as our roofers go around the property and replace the trim work, eaves or boards as part ofthe roong project. The only remedy is to cut the wire and leave the resident to contact the cable companyand re-route it. In so doing, we attempt to give the resident as much notice as possible, but in the end,the cable company should have known better and the Association is authorized to take corrective action.In summary, if you are planning to install cable TV in your home, it is the cable company that is savingmoney in the short-term by installing it incorrectly, and it has no effect on the homeowner to demandthat it be done correctly. Likewise, if you have a cable wire that was routed improperly years ago, andthe roong project is coming to your courtyard, you may want to get that resolved before the line is cutto access the project. Call the ofce if you are unsure as to whether there is a problem with your cablewiring, and I will gladly inspect it.

    3. I have noticed some resident frustration over the condition of their neighbors porches. One or twounits per courtyard that has crumbling brickwork or bricks that need to be tuck-pointed ruins it foreveryone else. Tuck-pointing is the relatively easy and inexpensive task of re-setting the brickworkaround the porch and adding new mortar in between the bricks. A homeowner can do it themselvesif they are careful, by purchasing a $15 bucket of mortar from Home Depot and a tuck-pointing trowel(nothing more than a spoon that is dragged across the mortar to give it that concave look in between thebricks). Or if you prefer, the Herald has plenty of advertisements for local handyman services that willaccomplish the same thing. Ignoring the issue is false economy, since it not only draws attention fromthe ofce, but it creates a weak foundation for the more expensive porch slab above it, or even worse, thepillars that support the porch and the porch itself. If you need a referral to someone that does this sort ofwork, we would be glad to assist, but we do not endorse any particular person or company.

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    4. By the time you read this, the roong project for 2012 will be substantially complete and what a differenceit made! We have now re-roofed of the property and are already realizing the benets of new roofsin the form of decreased unit repair costs associated with leaks. As the name suggests, Roof One alsoproved itself as a dedicated roong company, nishing each building and trim work in a timely

    manner and cleaning up all of the debris at the jobsite. Their employees were professional, well-dressedand courteous to residents and staff members. For this reason, they will be strongly considered for Phase#3 of our project. I will remind everyone that Highland Lakes is demanding top quality materials anda platinum 40-year Owens-Corning warranty. Each unit is getting top-grade shingles, underlayment,trim, fascia board, gutters, new sheathing as necessary, new chimney cladding and caps and a variety ofother cosmetic and functional upgrades worthy of our engineering standards here. If you would like toknow when the roong project is coming to your building, please call the ofce.

    5. I constantly get approached about initiating a recycling plan at the property, and unfortunately, they arenot free. As a matter of fact, research suggests that for a property of our size, we could be in the thousandsof dollars to start such a program. You would think that the price for trash removal would offset thatbecause the volume of trash placed into the regular dumpster enclosures decreases by a proportionateamount, but the reality is that we are under a contract and unless the dumpster is overowing or unkempt,the charge is per dumpster and per day, but works out to a daily charge (i.e. Monday and Thursday).If you would like to help with the cost of trash removal, please make sure that you break-down all ofthe cardboard boxes that are being placed in the enclosures, because a few boxes take up a tremendousamount of volume and if the enclosure overows or needs excessive work, the charge increases. We arestill looking into ways to recycle, if anything, to remove that feeling of guilt when we throw away all ofthat plastic and paper. There may be a partial recycling program out there that is less expensive, suchas those involving only a certain product; cardboard, for example.

    6. I have noticed over the past few years that committee involvement at Highland Lakes has remainedsomewhat level, but the participants are basically the same people, with the exception of a couple of

    the committees. Residents should be aware that committee meetings typically take place one night permonth and usually do not last more than an hour. If you have an hour per month to volunteer for yourcommunity, I urge you to do so and become involved with the committee that is closely aligned to yourinterests. A lack of volunteering could be indicative of a much larger problem than scheduling. Peoplemay take the attitude that whatever it is, it will be taken care of by someone else, or even worse thattheir opinion does not count or they are wasting their time. If either of the above happens, a complacencydevelops and the committee structure or democracy over your community fails and is left to Boardand Management. Your opinion at Highland Lakes matters and there are plenty of examples of peoplechanging our environment here. The committees that typically meet in the evening starting between6-8pm, include the Finance Committee, Pool Committee, Herald Committee, Clubhouse Committee,Community Social Committee, Grounds Committee, Vision Committee and Court Captain Committee.The Engineering Committee meets at 3pm on the Wednesday before the Board meeting. Residents

    belonging to a committee are part of a recommendation process that goes to the Board of Directors onany given issue. Become involved because your voice matters!

    7. The bylaws amendment package has met with the approval of about 70% of the co-owners of HighlandLakes, with about 84% of residents voting. I would like to thank all of those co-owners who took thetime to return this very important ballot and the co-owners who took it upon themselves to speak withneighbors and other residents as to the importance of the package. Most of all, a special thanks goes toJoel Lutz, Marty Tupper, Tom Werner, Diane Pittaway and all of the Court Captains and other residentswho have aided in this effort. The amendment package was critical to the reporting requirements ofvarious federal entities and to bring the Association in synchronization with the Condominium Act. Thiswas a package meant to protect your ability to sell or renance your home, maintain your home values

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    and protect Highland Lakes as an Association of homes. The proponents not only understood theneed for the documents and changes, but also understand situations that any of you may nd yourselfin, and are not unfeeling on the matter. If you were ever worried about your neighbors dilapidated

    yard, that annoying door-to-door solicitor, dog waste strewn throughout the community or having aninvestment company buy 10 units in your courtyard and turning it into an apartment buildingwehave you covered. Highland Lakes is not run by a management company. It is run by our co-ownersand therefore representatives of you. With that being said, the vast majority of residents will notice nochange whatsoever, over and above key issues that we will be empowered to take action with. Hence,the only thing you will likely notice is that the place wont go down the drain in the future. The bylawsamendments are not ofcial. We now have to get approval from the lending institutions, record thedocuments and distribute them to the co-owners; a process that can take several months. The mostdifcult portion however, was getting the approval from our residents and I thank all of those whoparticipated with a ballot, whether that answer was yes or no.

    8. Its been three months or so since I have reminded everyonecheck that 50-cent furnace lter, or if you

    prefer the micro-allergen kind, $12.00. Also make sure that you are cleaning the dryer lint screen,checking the exterior vent for blockages and vacuuming dust and debris away from the furnace, hotwater tank, replace, dryer or any pilot light. Colder weather will arrive in the next few months, so I willbe on my annual replace & chimney kick too.

    9. As the pool season draws to a close, I would like to thank the Pool Committee, Community SocialCommittee, residents and most of all, the lifeguard staff for a wonderful season at the pool. Each year,the committees out-do themselves with better functions and after all, when you combine the pool &clubhouse with the serving of food, its difcult for people not to have a good time. We also had avery good year for swimming lessons and water aerobics from a trained and certied staff. The lockerrooms, pool deck, tables and chairs were cleaned daily and the Grounds Committee and Pool Committeeprovided some nice landscaping and atmosphere. Thank you for a great season.

    Joe Poma, Property Manager

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    HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORTCOMMITTEE: Vision MEETING DATE: August 1, 2012

    SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

    1. The committee reviewed the landscape plan of the Grounds Committee for the east sideof the 8 Mile Entrance. The Grounds Committee recommended the plan designed byPlymouth Nursery to the Board for their consideration. The Board requested that theVision Committee review the plan. The Vision Committee members did not approvethe Plymouth Nursery plan as the pillars were detailed on the plan and the plan seemedto be too simple. Members agreed that at a meeting of the Vision Committee and theGrounds Committee, a vote to remove the pillars was approved.

    2. Because only one plan was submitted and the pillars were included, the Vision committeeapproved a motion to request the Board to direct Joe Poma, Property Manager, to contact3 or 4 landscape companies and request a landscape plan for the east side of the 8 MileEntrance. The plan should eliminate the pillars and be low maintenance.

    3. Other Items discussed: Projects for the future such as, mailbox selections, unit lights, unitaddress numbers, exterior handrails.

    PRESENT:Rob Berlin, Chair

    Ilio AlessandriMaureen OsieckiMarti PetersDon Rigo

    Joel Lutz

    Tom WernerGyda WernerGloria LoudyAnn Creviston

    GUESTS:Kathy Baldwin, Board President

    RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:

    Recommendation: request the Board to direct Joe Poma, Property Manager, to contact 3 or 4landscape companies and request a landscape plan for the east side of the 8 Mile Entrance.The plan should eliminate the pillars and be low maintenance .

    Next meeting to be called when the landscape plans are ready for review.

    Submitted by: Maureen Osiecki

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    HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

    MEMBERS PRESENT:Judy OConnor, ChairpersonBetty Parzych

    Rayda WarrenMyra SantoniPaulene Raeburn

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

    Tom Byrne, Board LiaisonSandra Nolan, Board Liaison

    COMMITTEE: Clubhouse MEETING DATE: August 6, 2012

    SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

    1. Appliances; stove and refrigerator were delivered and connected. We all looked them over,agreeing they were beautiful and much needed new additions to our Clubhouse kitchen.

    2. Committee members plan to re-visit the choices of samples for the countertop Formica replacementin the kitchen. Members agreed upon the existing backsplash to stay in place. We all felt that itwas still in good condition and did not warrant replacing.

    3. Ken W. and his staff indicated they would be able to design and build a cabinet for the garbagereceptacles with the top of the cabinet being the same Formica as used in the rest of the kitchen.

    4. We now have all our new renished chairs here at the Clubhouse, a total of 84 chairs. 45 greenupholstered chairs, 9 (new) brown chairs and from our St. Patrick Day Fundraiser we were ableto have 30 more chairs renished/painted which brings our total to 84 chairs in the Clubhouse.

    5. Discussion for Clubhouse Christmas dcoryes folks, its right around the corner!

    6. Meeting was adjourned early so we were able to go to the Library and re-shelve books. Its beensuggested new signage is needed in Library reminding Borrowers to return books to cart andNOT try to re-shelve them self.

    RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:Our budget requests for the new scal year, part of which includes the new Formica Kitchen counters.

    NEXT MEETING: Monday, September 10, 2012, 7:00 p.m.

    Submitted by Judy OConnor

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    HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORTCOMMITTEE: Grounds MEETING DATE: August 7, 2012

    SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

    1. CO-OWNERS COMMENTS.

    a. Co-owner requested approval to plant shrub on front lawn of unit. Request denied by a

    majority vote.

    b. Co-owner requested tree trimming at Crystal Lake shoreline. Conditionally approved

    by Committee. Earl Smith indicated an effort would be made to comply with co-owners

    request.

    2. FLOWER BED MAINTENANCE. Members continue to weed owerbeds with beautiful

    results. Keep up the good work.

    3. TREE STUMP REMOVAL STATUS. Mr. Poma indicated that Davey Tree Company would

    provide a bid for removal of the balance of tree stumps remaining on the premises.

    4. STATUS OF EIGHT MILE ENTRANCE LANDSCAPING. Ray Parzych expressed his

    disappointment by the Boards rejection of the Committees recommendation at last months

    Board meeting. The Committee had recommended we accept Plymouth Nurserys plan andcost to landscape the east side of the Eight Mile entrance.

    OTHER BUSINESS:

    5. FALL SHRUB REMOVAL PROGRAM: Gloria Loudy expressed concern about co-owners

    who had their front shrubs removed by the association but neglected to replace them with

    proper landscaping. Some areas are left blank to accumulate weeds. There was also concern

    about exterior infractions by co-owners. Mr. Poma stated he was aware of infractions by co-

    owners and that necessary legal action was in effect.

    RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None

    NEXT MEETING:Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

    Respectfully Submitted by: Ray Parzych

    MEMBERS PRESENT:Ray Parzych, ChairpersonGloria Loudy, Co-ChairpersonRobert ArmstrongJim CarlsonEarl Smith

    Don WarrenRobert ArmstrongBetty ParzychGloria Janks

    GUESTS PRESENT:Kathy Baldwin, Board LiaisonJudy Nakdimen, Board LiaisonSandy Nolan, DirectorJoe Poma, Property ManagerJoyce ElvyJoel LutzLiette PaiementDarcy Hollon

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    HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

    MEMBERS PRESENT:Marty Tingstad, ChairmanWilma Leonard

    Joy Gaskin

    GUESTS PRESENT:Kathleen Connor, Board LiaisonSandy Nolan, Board Liaison

    COMMITTEE: Herald MEETING DATE: August 13, 2012

    DISCUSSION:

    1. Marty is working on an article, Roll Call designed to elicit the names of all residents who have or arecurrently serving in the military. We plan to publish this list along with branch of service, rank, yearsserved, where stationed, etc. This list will be part of the November issue to celebrate Veterans Day onNov. 11.

    2. Kathleen submitted a poem, Purple Heart composed by Dennis Leahy. This poem was recentlypublished in the Livonia Observer and in the July, 2012 issue of Purple Heart Magazine. It is our plan

    to publish the poem and Denniss background along with the Roll Call feature in the Nov. issue.

    3. Wilma mentioned that we need submissions for Know Your Neighbor and for Whats Cooking.Both features have received positive comments, but weve run out of contributions. In response, Joy(a well-known good cook in the community) rattled off the directions for another one of her favorites.

    RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None

    NEXT MEETING: Monday, September 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

    Submitted by Wilma Leonard

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    HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

    MEMBERS PRESENT:Joy Gaskin, ChairmanDick Schneider

    Tracey GreenAnn DamronRosemary Campion

    Cheryl HuizingBrad TodorovVitor Imbuzeiro

    Margaret BrowningHazel WhitmanElaine Anderson

    GUESTS PRESENT:Chris Pavloff, Head Lifeguard

    Joseph Poma, Property Manager

    Kathleen Connor, Board LiaisonSandy Nolan, Board LiaisonTom Byrne, Board LiaisonBill Rossow

    COMMITTEE: Pool MEETING DATE: August 14, 2012

    SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

    On August 18, 2012, there will be an Adult Night Swim from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm.

    The Pool Closing Party will be September 2, 2012 at 4:00 pm. When residents arrive, they will be given

    tickets when they place their food on the buffet table. The food will be served at 4:30 pm. The tickets will

    be gathered as residents enter the buffet area to ensure that everyone joining in the meal has brought a dish

    to pass. The Pool Committee members will bring main dishes to pass.

    The Christmas party will be on December 1, 2012 at 7:00 pm. The Christmas party planning meeting will

    be held in November. At that time, Christmas gifts will be wrapped.

    The Pool Committee events for 2013 are:

    First Pool Committee Meeting: April 9th

    Pool Opening Potluck Party: May 26th

    Hot Dog Daze: June 15th, July 13th, August 10th

    Adult Night Swims: June 29th, July 27th, August 24th

    Pool Closing Potluck Party: September 1st

    The pool chairs will be stored over the winter. Those chairs not in good condition will be discarded. There

    are currently 6 lounge chairs budgeted to be replaced.

    ThePoolCommitteereimbursedtheGroundsCommitteefortheowersonthepooldeck.

    There was a brief discussion regarding obtaining a cover to provide shade in the baby pool area. Quotes

    will be sought from vendors. Joe Poma had preliminary discussions with a vendor about a canvas canopy

    and will forward the information to the Pool Committee.

    Everyone commented that the lifeguards had done a great job this summer. The pool areas were kept

    clean and attractive.

    RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None

    Respectfully submitted by Margaret Browning

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    HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

    MEMBERS PRESENT:

    Terry McNally, Co-Chairman

    Ilio Alessandri

    GUESTS PRESENT:Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison

    Ken Wiewiora, Maintenance SuperintendentArt Baynes

    COMMITTEE: Engineering MEETING DATE: August 15, 2012

    MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:

    1. Unit 663 DeckInstallation: Wood Wonders.

    Meets HLCA Requirements GetBoardapprovalforcompositeperimeter. Co-owner advisedbyKenW. to provideroom

    forsidingwork

    2. Unit 550 Satellite Dish (Direct TV)Installation: AT&T

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    3. Unit 306 Satellite Dish (Direct TV)Installation: AT&T

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    4. Unit 407 Black Aluminum RailingInstallation: Novi Fence LLC - Wixom

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    5. Unit 185 White Vinyl RailingInstallation: Andy Wright

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    6. Unit 488 2 WindowsInstallation: Wallside

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    7. Unit 299 3 WindowsInstallation: Hanson

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    8. Unit 640 Storm Door (SD-3)Installation: Home Depot

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    9. Unit 603 Storm Door (SD-3)Installation: Home Depot

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    10. Unit 265 Entry Door (ED-7C)Installation: Home Depot

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    11. Unit 126 Entry Door (ED-1)Installation: Northville Lumber

    Meets HLCA Requirements

    12. Unit 332 Entry Door (ED-5)Storm Door (SD-5)Doorwall (PD-3)

    Installation: Northville LumberMeets HLCA Requirements

    RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:

    Recommendapprovalonmodifcationrequest#1-12

    Add to decking specs: natural cedar composite material for perimeter facing. (Nownaturalcedarwoodonly)

    NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.

    Submitted by Terry McNally, Co-Chairman

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    Know Your Neighbors

    SHARE YOUR STORY! We would like to recognize more of our neighborswho have a shining moment. I you, a member o your amily, 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 amily. Perhaps your son has been named captain o the ootball team or

    your daughter had a record-breaking cross-country run.

    Whatever the achievement-i youre proud o it, share it with your neighbors. Call WilmaLeonard at 248-380-8907 or e-mail her at [email protected] tell her your good news; the

    Herald Committee will do the write up for you to feature in our next issue. Storysubmissions

    also can be dropped of in the Herald box at the Clubhouse.

    Make sure the individual(s) involved do not mind the recognition. Material or publication

    must be signed.

    Article submitted by Wilma Leonard.

    Meet Rockn-not-orgotn, the grand-baby o sorts o your neighbor Carolyn Toyer

    who lives on Scenic Lane. She is Carolyns second oal -- her frst is Rockns mother,

    Rockn Image, a top-ranked Michigan harness racing mare. Both horses are stabled

    at Carolyns racing partners arm in South Lyon. Te oal was appropriately born

    on Mothers Day. It is Carolyns hope

    that the new oal will one day ollow

    in her mothers hoo-steps and race atNorthville Downs and Hazel Park.

    Carolyn has had a love or horses

    since she was a child and collected scrap

    books o horse pictures. She has been

    actively involved in harness racing since

    1965 when a riend introduced her to

    sulky racing at Windsor Raceway.

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    You cant beat ice cream, good music,great friends and a beautiful

    evening! A big thank you to theWide Angle Band for coming outagain this year to help us wrapup the summer with a nice, big

    bow.

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    Blood Stained Armor,Shield On Te Ground.Courage Beyond Words,

    He ook Te Enemy Down.

    A Child Yet o Live,Man Enough o Fall.

    Another Name o Be Etched,Up On A Marble Wall.

    Paint On His Lies Canvas,A Soldier Strong And Brave.

    Scribe Patriot On His Headstone,

    A Purple Heart On His Grave.

    Aer All Tis Loss And Suering,Do Te Walking Wounded Walk Away.

    Do Tey Still Believe In America,Would Tey Serve Again oday.

    I Asked My Old Army Sergeant,For His Country Did He Still Care?

    I Would rade My Legs Again,For Tis Wheelchair.

    A Marine Fresh Home From Battle Said,Te War May Have Le Me Blind.

    ell America I You Need Me,I Still Have My Body And My Mind.

    A Combat Nurse Hurt ending Wounded,In A Hospital Outside Saigon.

    Said I Am As Proud O My Service,As I Am O Being A Mom.

    A Navy Vet Lost His Son Last Week,Heard His Neighbors Just Went Overseas.

    He Was Te First o Help Him ie,A Yellow Ribbon Around His ree.

    A Bikers Vest Honors Te Fallen,He Said Pride Is Where Its At.

    Look At All Te Veterans Who Wear,

    Where Tey Served On Teir Hats.

    My Dad Lost A Leg Storming,Te Beaches O Normandy.

    I Never Seen Him Fail o Rise,o Sing A Song O Liberty.

    An Ex Prisoner O War old Me,I Felt Te Enemys Brutality And Rage.

    My Faith In God And Country,Never Le Me In Tat Bamboo Cage.

    So America Fly Your Colors!Woven Deep In Each And Every Tread.

    Is A Soldier o Be Honored And Remember,Each ime A Flag Flies Overhead.

    Te State O Te Union Is Good,Voices From Te Past Impart.Patriotism Is Alive And Well,

    Long Aer You Win Te Purple Heart.

    Purple HeartBy Dennis R. Leahy, Co. B, 2/31st Infantry

    Dennis Leahy, a 1968 graduate o my Alma Mater, St. Gregory High School, who was awarded the Bronze Star andPurple Heart aer being injured in combat in Vietnam, wrote this poem or Memorial Day. It tells about other soldiershe met on the battlefeld and o, and each one a hero with no regrets. o quote Dennis, Once you wear the uniform,

    youre a soldier for life. Red, White, and Blue and freedom is something instilled in us.

    Dennis is now a husband, ather, and grandather and his poem was published in the Livonia Observer on MemorialWeekend and in the July 2012 edition o Purple Heart Magazine.

    Even though Memorial Day has passed, I thought all our wonderul veterans, service men and women, and theiramilies would appreciate Dennis poem.

    Submitted by Kathleen Connor

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    ROLL CALL!November 11, 2012 - Veterans Day

    Some o us may remember November 11 as Armistice Day. It commemorated thecessation o the Hostilities in France during World War I. Te agreed on time wasthe eleventh hour o the eleventh day o the eleventh month o the year 1918. Tis

    was the War to end all Wars? Te armistice didnt last so November 11 wasrenamed Veterans Day.

    For November 11, 2012 we would like to recognize the service memberso Highland Lakes, past and present, men and women. For a start on ourHonor Roll Call we have:

    Seaman (woman) 3rd class Marge Faessler, (Pond Court)UNITED STATES NAVY 1944-1946

    Marge (Hansen) was third generation Navy. A Student at MSU, Margeenlisted in the WAVES when all the men were being draed. At the time,women were recruited to perorm o ce duties to ree up the men or themore dangerous rolls. She ended up in Cleveland near some water - LakeErie - as a keypunch operator.

    Sergeant Ray Parzych, (Lake Success Drive)UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 1943-1946 and1950-1952

    Ray was in the Pacifc theater and participated in the invasion o Okinawa.Tis was the last o the island campaigns - in preparation o the invasiono the Japanese mainland. Tey landed on Easter morning o 1945. Teatom bombs ending the war were dropped on August 6 (Hiroshima) and

    August 8 (Nagasaki). Te ormal surrender came on August 14, 1945.

    Beore coming home, Ray was shipped to China to protect the Chiang Kai-shek government rom the growing communist threat.

    As with many veterans at the time, Ray was recalled by the Marines in1950 to 1952 during the Korean action. He served stateside and was done!

    Sergeant Jim Delaney, (Dartmouth Court)UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 1955-1958

    Jim trained at San Diego, Camp Pendleton and the High Sierras. He washeaded toward Korea - part o the occupation orce but ended up in

    Okinawa - a much easier landing than that o Ray Parzych. Jim fnishedhis active duty career at Camp Lejeune in the Provost Marshall group - theMarine cops.

    Send us your thumbnail bio outlining your service career. Name, Rank, Serial Number (well, not necessarily).We would like to hear rom you... what you did, when and where. All branches. Men and Women. Veterans,Active duty, Reserve, National Guard, etc. etc...

    Use email, snail mail, or just drop them of at the clubhouse.

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    Highland LakesWomens Club Luncheon

    For further information about theHighland Lakes Womens Club, you can

    contact Peggy Zonca (248)348-5283 [email protected]

    SAVE THESE DATES:

    September 6, 2012:- Coordinated by: Peggy Zonca

    Pizza & Salad Luncheon- Highland Lakes Clubhouse

    Come alone or Bring a friend!

    October 4, 2012:- Coordinated by: Kathleen Connor

    Big Daddys Restaurant- 19333 Victor Parkway, Livonia MI

    All adult female residentsof Highland Lakes are

    invited to meet with uson the rst Thursday

    of each month. At this

    rst meeting, we will planactivities, collect $10 in dues and discuss any specialconcerns of the group.

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    ANCHOR COURT

    Henry and Mary Lou Levine

    Were right where we want to be, says MaryLou. She and Henry lived in Southeld orthirty years while raising their amily. Next,they moved to Canadian Lakes in midMichigan and enjoyed eighteen years in that

    beautiul environment. However, the threehour drive prevented their children withtheir busy lives rom visiting ofen, so MaryLou and Henry decided they had to move

    back to the metro Detroit area.

    Once they chose Highland Lakes as theideal location to be near the grandchildrenand Mary Lous two sisters, she wrote lettersto the owners o the condos they preerred,

    presenting their interest in buying the condoi and when the owner was ready to sell. Oneowner kept the letter, later contacting MaryLou when his amily had outgrown the unit.Now they have been taking time to movetheir belongings and to enjoy the pool withthe grandchildren, happy to be where theywanted to be.

    AQUEDUCT COURT

    Emily Brockschmidt and KristinaSchmid

    Cousins Emily and Kristina ound theperect location, Highland Lakes, to sharea condo. Emily, who is rom Plymouth, isnear her amily; Kristina rom Royal Oakis in the center o her assigned territoryas pharmaceutical representative. Both

    are swimmers, requenting the pool orswimming laps, and, oh yes, the mall is notar or shopping.

    CRYSTAL LAKE DRIVE

    Margaret Brodie

    With two sisters living in Plymouth, Margaret,

    recently widowed, moved rom Warren intoHighland Lakes with her perky GoldenDoodle, Corky. Once busy with her career atDetroit Medical Center in the microbiologylab at Detroit Receiving Hospital, shehas ully adjusted to a riendly, countryatmosphere, taking walks with Corky andsometimes her riend Ying rom DartmouthPlace, exercising with water aerobics MWFat the pool, and letting someone else cut the

    lawn.

    William and Josephine Fry & Family

    William and Josephine chose HighlandLakes as a healthy environment or raisingtheir amily. Alden is ve years old, ready tostart school at Silver Springs Elementary justdown the street; Avery is two. Tey movedrom Alexandria, Virginia, a big metropolisnear Washington D.C. where William worked

    at the Pentagon. Josephine appreciates thesidewalk or Avery and Alden to ride bikeswithin her view and swimming lessons twotimes a week. She is closer to her amily inCanada as well. Tis has been a satisactorymove, but she would like to see recyclingcome to Highland Lakes.

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    DEARBORN COURT

    Trevor and Dayna Carlson & Family

    Aer living in Wisconsin awhile, Daynasays she and revor are glad to be back inMichigan closer to their amilies. revor isrom Holland and Dayna is rom Belleville.Dayna believes Highland Lakes is well suitedto raising young amilies.

    In September Caden will start kindergartenacross the street at Silver Springs Elementary.His little sister Avery who is two will still behome with mom until moms and tots in the

    vicinity can get acquainted.

    MARINER COURTBrad and Shelly McGuire & Family

    Brad and Shelly view Highland Lakes asa unique place. While their downtownNorthville house is being reconstructed,they have moved to a condo on MarinerCourt overlooking Crystal Lake. Te lakeand the spacious commons areas throughoutthe complex have eased the hassle o atemporary move. In the meantime, son Matt,

    who attends Amerman Elementary, is closeto Silver Springs Elementary where his LittleLeague games are played. Joseph attendsNorthville High School. Tey have riendsnearby, and Brad and Shelly think that theycould not be in a better place right now.

    NEPTUNE COURT

    John Perozek

    Neighbors who now enjoy a clear view oSwan Lake rom Crystal Lake Drive andLeidel Court have John to thank. Aermoving in to the unit acing that corner,he took the initiative to skillully trim thelow hanging branches o willow and locusttrees that obstructed his panoramic view othe lawn and lake rom his ront porch. Healso planted shade loving owers around

    his porch. Besides the landscape, Johnappreciates the amenity o shing or basson Swan Lake. Does he ry them or supper?Absolutely not. He knows the catch andrelease policy o the rules. Most o all, heenjoys the company o his ten year old son

    David.

    Silver Spring Drive

    Eric and Debra Behrman

    Debra and Eric have become amiliar withHighland Lakes rom living with theirdaughter Kimberly, a resident on WindsorCourt. Tis convenience has allowed themto thoroughly remodel their condo. Sincethey moved rom three-orths o an acrein Livonia, the spacious layout o buildingswith commons areas appeals to them thoughthey will not miss the outdoor upkeep. Teriendliness o residents and sae atmospheremost impresses Debra. Eric is retired but sheworks at a law of ce. Teir daughter Amandahas the luxury o claiming residence onWindsor Court with her sister or a tasteullyrenovated condo on Silver Spring Drive.

    Debi Schemanske

    Debi believes that living across rom theHighland House close to the hub o activitiesis one o the amenities o living here. Havingpreviously worked as a social events organizer,shes looking orward to the gatherings andtheme parties, especially the ones to whichshe can bring her grandchildren, Michael,age eleven years, and Evan, seven years old.

    Debi runs the of ce o her drivers educationbusiness. She says she appreciates the rules othe Highland Lakes Association thatpromote reasonable conormity withgood taste and the responsibility toongoing upkeep such as thenew roong project. Hernext goal is to choose acommittee to join.

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    WHATS COOKING!

    Where are all of you wonderful cooks hiding your special recipes?The feed-back on this feature has been very positive, but we need your help to continue. Please dropoffyour recipe in the Herald box at the clubhouse or e-mail to Wilma Leonard ([email protected]).

    Marita Smith of Savoy Ct. got this recipe from her motherand its always a hit at parties. She comments that everyonethinks it must take lots of time, but its really very simpleand fast to make. The longer you keep them, the more theavors blend; so Marita suggests making them at least aweek in advance of a party.

    Mix first five ingredients and drizzle over crackers until well coated . Stir and toss. Store in a plastic

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    recipe) dressing mix (this is a drypowdered mix)

    1/2 tbs. dill seed

    1 tbs. garlic powder 1 tsp. lemon pepper 1 cup oil 2 10oz packages of oyster crackers

    Do not over stir. Oil the pan for the first crepe only. The pan should be hot. If the batter is too thick,add a little milk. (If youre making the crepes for a dessert, add a tsp. of vanilla extract.)

    CREPES VIATEUR

    Liette Paiementgrew up as part of a large family in Quebec, Canada. Every morning before school whileher mother was making lunches, her father, Viateur Paiement, would make breakfast. The favorite was hispancakes. Here is his recipe translated from his original notes in French. Liete says this recipe works equallywell for breakfast or, for a fancy dessert,lled with your favorite guilty pleasure.

    HINT: This recipe if best if made the day before and left to rest in the refrigerator overnight.

    1 and 1/3 cups flour 2 tbs. sugar

    1 tbs. baking powder 1 pinch salt

    1 egg-- beaten 1 and 1/4 cups milk

    2 tbs. vegetable oil

    Place the bacon and onion on seasoned slices of steak. Roll up and secure with cooking twine ortoothpicks. In enough water to make gravy, add a bay leaf, bacon bits, basil, and onion. Cook fortwo hours on medium heat: 325-350.

    BEEF ROULADES

    At the recent meeting of the Herald Commitee, Wilma mentioned that despite positive reviews, the submissionsto the feature Whats Cooking have dried up. In response, Joy Gaskin, a well-known and out-standingcook in the community, ratled offthe following from memory. Guess thats the measure of a truly great cook--doesnt need a printed recipe like the rest of us.

    1/4 inch slices of top round steak 2-3 slices of uncooked bacon

    Thin slice of onion Salt and pepper

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    Highland Lakes Court CaptainsAnchorTracey Green.. ....................321-4614

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