20301 Silver Spring Drive Northville, MI 48167

JANUARY 2015
NEXT BOARD MEETING
JANUARY 19th at 7:30 pm
What’s Cooking?
-Page 13
Know Your Neighbors
-Page 14
New Column “What’s the
Buzz?”
-Page 17
In Memoriam
-Page 19
Bell Choir Party Photos
-Page 20
Adult Christmas Party
Photos
-Page 21
ARE YOU READY FOR
SNOW?
Snow Removal FAQ
- Page 22
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Movie Night
- January 23
REMINDER.....
Ice melter is available at
the Clubhouse in three
locations:
Outside the front and back
entrances and inside the
clubhouse in the Tool
Room. Bring a sturdy
container with you to fill.
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 official medium of communications of the Association as prescribed by Board Resolution R-6, March 22, 1976.
We recommend that you not only read but save this section of the Herald for future
reference. Resolutions and Regulations approved by the Board become part of
your Association By-Laws.
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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY
20301 Silver Spring Drive, Northville, MI 48167
Phone: 248-349-4006
E-mail: [email protected]
Fax: 248-349-8821
Web: www.HLCA.us
After Hours Emergency Maintenance Phone: 248-349-4043
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kathy Baldwin, President............ 248-380-6429
Kathleen Connor, Director........... 248-349-8264
Michelle Todorov, Vice President.. 248-380-1611
Judy Nakdimen, Director............. 248-344-0336
Tom Byrne, Treasurer.................. 248-349-6924
Guy Balok, Director..................... 734-667-3507
Sandy Nolan, Secretary............... 248-349-3587
PERSONNEL
Guinevere Eatmon..................Receptionist (Notary)
Cathy Loy..............................................Receptionist
Ken Wiewiora............Maintenance Superintendent
Joe Poma......................................Property Manager
Julie Dykstra..............................Administrative Asst.
Sharon Englund....................................Bookkeeper
COMMITTEE INFORMATION
COMMITTEE
Clubhouse
Court Captain
CHAIRPERSON
Judy O’Connor Joel Lutz
PHONE
248-344-6600
248-349-6782
Engineering
Tom Werner
248-349-4459
Community Social
Brad Todorov
248-380-1611
BOARD LIAISON
Judy Nakdimen & Tom Byrne
Kathy Baldwin, Sandy Nolan
& Kathleen Connor
Kathleen Connor & Judy Nakdimen
Guy Balok, Judy Nakdimen
& Michelle Todorov
Finance
Joyce Elvy
248-349-1747
Tom Byrne, Guy Balok
& Kathleen Connor
Grounds
Marti Tupper
248-348-9811
Kathy Baldwin, Kathleen Connor
& Judy Nakdimen
Herald
Marty Tingstad
248-344-4928
Kathleen Connor & Sandy Nolan
Lakes Ecology
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Guy Balok, Tom Byrne
& Michelle Todorov
Pool
Rosemary Campion 248-349-8227
Guy Balok, & Sandy Nolan
Cheryl Huizing248-231-7603
RVHugh Battley248-349-4841Michelle Todorov
TennisCarol Shields248-305-7123Michelle Todorov
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
After Hours Emergency ...................................................................................................................248-349-4043
Northville Township Police-Non-Emergency .................................................................................248-349-9400
Northville Township Fire Department ..........................................................................................248-348-5807
Northville Township Police and Fire Emergency ........................................................................................... 911
After Hours Maintenance Emergency ..........................................................................................248-349-4043
Assessment/Billing Inquiries .....................................................................................................248-349-4006
Consumers Power Company .......................................................................................................800-477-5050
DTE-Electric Company ...............................................................................................................800-477-4747
Hazardous Waste Information .....................................................................................................734-326-3936
HLCA WOW! Account Rep (Steve Hiddid) .....................................................................................248-259-6788
HLCA AT&T Account Rep (Denise Smith) .....................................................................................810-265-4946
AT&T Sales & Support (Phone or U-Verse) ..................................................................................877-910-0501
HLCA Comcast Account Rep (Fred Campbell) ..............................................................................248-953-7380
Web site ......................................................................................................................................www.HLCA.us
Association Facebook Page ..............................................................................................facebook.com/hlca.mi
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Highland Lakes
Herald
Editor
Shannon Crowley
[email protected]
Herald Committee
The Highland Lakes Herald is the official news medium of
the Highland Lakes Condominium Association, serving
all residents, groups and organizations.
Marty Tingstad, Chairman
Wilma Leonard
Joy Gaskin
The Association and its Board of Directors control and
are responsible for the contents of the Herald.
Herald Staff
The staff of the Highland Lakes Herald serves on a
voluntary basis. Editorials reflect the opinions of the
staff and are not construed as representative of the general
membership of the Association.
Ray Parzych
Betty Parzych
Joel Lutz
Tom DeGalan
Gloria Janks
Marty Tingstad
Ilio Alessandri
Barbara Evans
The Herald welcomes comments, suggestions and articles
from its readers. All material submitted for publication
in the Herald must be true, factual, and newsworthy.
The editor reserves the right to withhold items from
publication pending verification of facts. In some cases
where items are of a critical or controversial nature, the
editor reserves the right to solicit comments from those
with opposing viewpoints.
Materials submitted for publication are to be given to the
receptionist in Highland House. All materials submitted
must be signed, but signatures will be withheld upon
request. Communications to the Herald should be in
writing. No material will be accepted for publication in
the upcoming issue after the 20th of the month.
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Herald
MEETING DATE: December 8, 2014
MEMBERS PRESENT
Marty Tingstand, Chairman
Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison
Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
Joy Gaskin
Wilma Leonard
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Marty suggested a new feature, “What’s the Buzz” which could cover brief write-ups of issues of common interest
or concern. For Example, it has been noted by many that residents are not leaving their outdoor lights on after dark.
Residents are requested to leave both front and patio lights on after dark. This measure will deter vandalism and
mischief.
2. The holiday decorations in the clubhouse are beautiful. If you haven’t seen them take a walk through the main
lounge, the Highland Room, and the upstairs where several beautiful trees are on display.
3. Sandy volunteered a new column to be titled “Stars Above”, which will deal with the hobby of star-gazing and
astrological interest. The column will begin April; the beginning of the astrological calendar.
4. Committee members have not been to successful in eliciting comments from original owners. We will continue to
pursure this idea for future columns.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:
None.
NEXT MEETING: Monday, January 12th @ 6:30 PM
Submitted by: Wilma Leonard
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Finance
MEETING DATE: November 19, 2014
MEMBERS PRESENT
Joyce Elvy, Chairperson
Guy Balok, Board Member
Joy Gaskin
Cathy Watkins
Earl Smith
GUESTS PRESENT:
Joe Poma, Property Manager
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. The financial report was reviewed October 31, 2014. Operating cash declined significantly, but was offset by
the increase in Funded Reserves and a decrease in Accounts Payable.
2. Gutter and leaves cleaning is again scheduled through an outside contractor.
3. Joe answered all our questions concerning the financial statement and advised there is nothing unusual at this
time.
4. A date of November 10, 2014 was set and a request for volunteers to go Christmas shopping for the Clubhouse
was readily filled. (We went, and you just wait and see how happy you’ll be!)
5. There was no meeting scheduled for December 2014 and we hope for an increase in new members.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, January 21st @ 6:30 PM
Submitted by Earl Smith
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Court Captain
MEETING DATE: December 4, 2014
MEMBERS PRESENT
Joel Lutz (Chairperson)
Barbara Adams
Chuck Weidner
Tom Werner
Diane Pittaway
Donna Mc Nally
GUESTS PRESENT:
Joe Poma
Terry McNally
SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Pond, Hayes and Windsor Courts reported experiencing short moments of power outages during the past month.
2. Andrea Valle volunteered to be Court Captain for Seabrook Court. Thank you Andrea. Dorothy Gay
Court is still without a Court Captain.
3. Diane reminded the committee there was a time in the past when an “Appreciation Party” was
coordinated on a yearly basis near the end of the Summer season to recognize the efforts of the Court Captains. It was recommended that the custom should be resumed. Overall approval by all in attendance.
4. Joe mentioned that at one time there was a time when “Recognition Certificates were given to volunteers within the community, that could also be resumed.
5. It was suggested that a Call-Out List should be considered for evacuation purposes in the event of a true emergency.
6. In response to the question of new co-owners not knowing HLCA’s by-laws and rules, Joe reported that these documents are supposed to be handed down by the selling owners to the buyers. If not so, our By- Laws and Master Deed documents are all on the website and can be downloaded by residents at no cost. Printed copies can be supplied for a $25.00 charge. Question is, do new owners even know these documents exist to ask about them?
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None
NEXT MEETING: Thursday, February 5th @7:00 PM
Submitted by Barb Adams, Secretary
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MANAGEMENT REPORT
TO: Board of Directors, Co-Owners
FROM: Joe Poma, Property Manager
RE: Property Manager’s Report
DATE: December 18, 2014
1. If your mortgage lender has sent you a letter requesting an updated insurance binder from the Association, please provide a copy of the letter to the front desk as soon as possible after receipt. Some of the requests that I am
getting are three weeks after the letter is received by the co-owner. As you know, there are two insurance policies
(or there should be), for your condominium. One policy is provided by the Association to insure all of the common
elements, including the rebuilding of your condominium in the event of a loss as stated in the Bylaws, and the other
is provided by you and covers your personal property, betterments and the condominium itself in the event of a loss
if your insurance is primary due to the circumstances. This dual coverage can be confusing, but the important thing
to remember is that if you currently have a mortgage, the lender needs proof of the Association policy over and
above yours. Once I receive the request, we can usually get it faxed over to them in a matter of hours, and if it is a
larger, well-known lender, there is rarely a problem. The smaller lenders can be a problem, because there are several
that claim to never have received the proof of insurance coverage after we have faxed it over two or three times. No
matter what bank you use, call them a few days after you give us the request to verify that they received it. If they do
not receive it, or claim to never have received it (even though we sent it), they can buy additional insurance for you
and bill you for it. The cost of these lender provided policies are very high.
2. Residents often ask how much insurance they should purchase for their condominiums. The Association policy
does not cover personal property or betterments, and the policy only provides secondary coverage for a loss that was
caused by something that the co-owner was responsible for maintaining. A “betterment” is something above standard grade, original type construction. If your kitchen has oak cabinets, granite countertops, hardwood flooring,
stainless steel appliances or any number of “upgrades”, the Association insurance policy will only cover a standard
grade replacement, so you will end up with formica, linoleum, and standard grade appliances. It adds up quickly,
once you have to replace the contents of your home, and then factor in costs for removal of damaged upgrades,
replacement with new upgrades and the labor involved to remove, clean or store items that have to be temporarily
relocated during construction. I have seen lenders recommend personal property, betterments and general coverage
in the 50-75K range, but it depends on your specific situation. A leaking tub drain or toilet wax ring can necessitate
the replacement of a good portion of the first floor ceiling and can be a few thousand dollars. A burst water pipe in
a second floor wall can cause over $50,000 in damage and a small fire with smoke damage throughout can go well
above $100,000. Take a mental inventory of your belongings and the rough value of the entire package, factor in
costs to replace any upgrades in your home, and then contact your insurance agent. I can e-mail the bylaws section
regarding insurance directly to your agent and spare you all of the homework in arriving at an acceptable figure, so
if you are unsure, a phone call is time well spent. Finally, do not get hung up on under-insuring to save money; the
premium difference for an additional $25,000 is often nominal.
3. One day last month, I decided to look at a few Herald newsletters from long ago. We have carefully archived
old editions in the drawers of the Administrative Assistant office, dating back to 1973. I concluded that it would be a
good idea to make these available to residents eventually, so they could get a glimpse of 40 years of Highland Lakes’
history if anything, just for pleasure reading. I will be slowly having these copied and scanned to our main office
computer server, and hopefully set up an archive file on our website. I would also like to have print copies available
and shelved in our loft library, maybe on a “reference” shelf with the blessing of the Clubhouse Committee. Until
such time that my history project is complete, I will notify residents in future management reports as to what year
has been archived and what issues are available. Even if they are not on the website by that time, I would be more
than happy to e-mail any given month to any resident wishing to see them, provided that they have been copied and
scanned by the time the request is made. Since the project may very well involve 480+ issues and 20,000+ pages of
the Herald, it will take some time. Just glancing at a few Herald issues, I listed some random Herald “fun facts”:
•
Many of you enjoy the “What’s Cooking” column in the monthly newsletter, where residents share their
favorite recipes. The ancestor to that column was the “Cooking Glass”, and its first author was Board member Sandy
Nolan.
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Below is one of Sandy’s holiday recipes in the Cooking Glass of December, 1974.
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In the days before the computer era, the Herald still had paid advertising available. The advertiser told the
Herald staff what they wanted to say, and a staff member or “artist” drew the picture by hand for the advertisement,
and very often used calligraphy for the lettering. The same is true for the Herald cover page, which was drawn by
hand and signed by the person who spent the time drawing it.
•
Before the control of the community was turned over to the private Association in 1976, the residents formed
a Resident Advisory Board, a precursor to the Board of Directors. Minutes were published in the same way that they
are today. There was also a Parking Committee, Judiciary Committee, Human Relations Committee, Court Representative Committee, Insurance Committee, Grounds Committee and others that you still see today. The community
also had a Mom’s Club, Dad’s Club and Teen’s Club. The monthly community calendar in the Herald included Ladies
Bowling, Karate, Bridge, Ballet and Brownies. All reports were done on manual typewriter and photocopied.
•
In the early 1970’s, residents wishing to bring guests to the pool had to pay a per person fee. At that time,
numerous resident letters focused on the fact that the kitchen was locked during normal business hours, thus depriving the residents of its use.
•
An advertisement for Hines Park Ford in Plymouth in 1974 announced the arrival of the new Comets and
Montego’s with a starting price of around $2900.
•
An editorial written in June, 1975 states that we “are honored with the presence of our Canadian Geese”,
but at the time, children were throwing rocks at them. Now, of course, we spend over $6000 per year to keep these
honored birds off of our property. In the days before screening was used to cover window wells, residents suggested
using sticks across the window so that mice could escape.
•
The “Rap Room” or today’s “Highland Room”, received a brand new ping-pong table in 1976, and was used as
often as the pool tables are today.
•
Described as “the latest rip-off ”, a resident complained that assessments had soared over $50 per month in
December, 1975 due to the fact that 500 units were occupied and the developer was the one that should be responsible for the community deficits until its departure.
•
On October 17, 1977, Police Chief Ronald Nisun reported that the request to enforce the 25MPH speed limit
through Highland Lakes was approved (o.k. so they’re a little late). He warned that enforcement would be uniform
and that HLCA residents would be the greatest offenders. A one-man Traffic Bureau was created by the township on
November 1st to assist the 8 full-time officers.
•
The Engineering Committee minutes from 1977 suggest that the committee was charged solely with the
ceation of the current concrete trash corrals. The modern day Engineering requests were handled by a separate committee called the Exterior Modifications Committee.
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Board meetings in the 1970’s and 1980’s typically ended between 10pm and 2am. Committee meetings were usually at 7:30pm or 8:00pm and adjourned as late as 9:30pm.
Over and above a historical compilation making one heck of a cookbook, I think residents will find all of the pressing issues of the day and all of the important developments that helped to shape our community. I can say that after reviewing
pictures and community-wide tree planting projects during the years when the site was newly developed and somewhat
“barren”, I would conclude that Highland Lakes looks the best it ever has, with the exception of a few areas. It’s also nice
to see hand-typed management reports that can literally be cut and pasted to a Herald today and still apply (parking, dog
waste, engineering, noise, etc.). Details on this project will follow.
4.
Every year, the clubhouse staff (and a few residents) gets nervous watching children play on the ice-covered lakes.
I want to remind all parents to supervise their children, and don’t take any chances with the ice.
5.
The snow removal policy is listed in almost every issue of the Herald during the winter. Please read it carefully so
that you understand not only the procedure, but also the progression. The staff will clear the main roads and courtyard
centers first, then the main walks and then the approach walks. The policy has been drafted to appeal to broadest audience. Some people want the snow cleared at 1 inch; others want it cleared at 4 inches. Likewise, there are wide variations
in what people want and expect for weekend snow removal. Remember that we are caught in a balancing act of providing
a safe and accessible property, while maintaining the appropriate expense levels for our budget. The sky is the limit if the
residents want it to be, but it would appear that we have reached a comfort level with our current practices. As in previous
years, be patient while the equipment makes its way to your corner of the property, and I will add that the starting point
is different with each snowfall so that one courtyard is never first or last. It also never fails that after the main walks and
approach walks are cleared, a machine has to clear the main walks again, and when they drive past an approach walk, it
leaves a small “snow ridge” across the approach walk. The maintenance staff is busy cleaning the entire property, so they
cannot always make it back to do mop-ups, especially in heavier snowfalls. Timely removal of your vehicles from a courtyard to a main road (after the road has been plowed) will increase the speed at which we can clear the courtyard parking
spaces. Historically, residents have called the office from a given courtyard to announce that the cars have been moved,
and the trucks can proceed to plow it quickly. If one car is left in the middle of the row of spaces, it ruins our ability to
plow straight through. Also, if a courtyard has vehicles parked here and there, and a truck or tractor cannot fit a plow
blade in between, we have to resort to snow-blowers to get to specific parking spaces, and these are typically done last. We
make every attempt to get to those on the handicap list done as soon as possible, and this includes the porch and approach
walk, but does not include the driveways. Driveways are done separately by the tractor. In summary, I’m simply trying
to say two things: 1) it’s a large property and to clean it with 8 pieces of equipment takes time, 2) getting the cooperation
of your neighbors is just as important as getting yours. Last winter was the worst in recorded history, but I think in the
scheme of things, we did fairly well. To the extent that we are able to, we will continue to clear the property of snow and
ice as quickly as possible.
6.
If you are using the clubhouse parking lot for long term parking, be sure to park along the back fence. The snow
plows cannot effectively plow the lot when cars are parked in the middle, and long term parking is limited to the back
fence anyway. Cars must be pulled into the space forward, properly plated, in running condition, tires inflated, and most
of all, registered with the front desk. If we have no way of contacting you, we have to have the police identify the owner
and ticket and tow if necessary. Registration also permits the front office staff to contact you in the event of a problem like
vandalism, etc.
7.
It may be January, but we have already sent the request for a proposal to our roofing company for the 2015 season.
Roofing may commence as early as April 1st. We are re-roofing another 16 buildings this year, and details will follow as
to the order. If you want to decommission your fireplace, please call the office as soon as possible. The current chimney
configuration includes a 3-foot opening cut into the roof decking, and if the fireplace is decommissioned before the roofers
get to it, the hole can be closed up. Most of all, it saves the Association $600 for the chimney cap and the installation fees.
If you decommission your fireplace, you can still install a new fireplace at any time in the future provided you follow the
Engineering guidelines and complete the fireplace installation packet (go to www.hlca.us for a downloadable packet, or
stop by the front desk).
8.
Once the holiday season has passed, remember to take down your Christmas lights and lawn ornamentation.
The Christmas lights are beautiful…but not in May.
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This is the time of year when we’re all looking for simple and quick recipes for the day to day
menu. Our frequent contributors and well-known cooks-- Joy Gaskin and Judith Nakdiman-offer a couple of recipes that are both simple and tasty—whether for family dinner or
entertaining guests. Even well-known and outstanding cooks can learn something new—as did
Joy with this pizza recipe from her grand-daughter.
PULL APART PIZZA BREAD
2 cans of pizza dough or biscuits
2 cups Mozzarella cheese (or your favorite)
2 Tbs. Italian seasoning
1/3 cup olive oil
1 8 oz pkg pepperoni (turkey choice is good)
1 cup Parmesan cheese
Preheat oven to 350. Cut pizza dough or biscuits into quarters. Line bunt pan with dough Cut
pepperoni into small pieces. Mix with rest of ingredients and toss so that oil is evenly spread.
Bake for about 30 minutes or until tip; is brown. Be sure to check that middle is done before
removing from oven. Flip over on a plate while it’s still hot.
CATALINA SALAD
3 hearts of romaine, trimmed and torn
3 navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
3 tbs. capers
½ cup sugar
PEOPLE WHO
1 tsp dry mustard
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp. celery salt
1 tbs. finely chopped onion
1 c. salad oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
love TO EAT
are always
the best people
- Julia Child
Place romaine in large salad bowl and chill. Combine sugar, salt, dry mustard, paprika, celery
salt and onion. Alternate adding first some oil and then some vinegar to dry ingredients until all
oil and vinegar are incorporated, beating well. Chill. To serve, add orange sections, tomato and
capers to romaine. Toss with dressing.
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Know Your Neighbors
Welcome to Crystal Lake Drive
Evan Bates
Evan moved into Highland Lakes to be closer to the Novi Training Center and
his coach Igor Shpilband.
U of M graduate, Evan is an American ice dancer with his partner Madison Chock.
The 2014-15 competitive skating has started with the ISU Grand Prix series and
Chock/Bates have won gold at Skate America, Oct.25, and also at Skate Russia Nov. 15
and are now qualified to compete in the Grand Prix finals in Barcelona Dec. 21.
They have also skated to U.S. Silver twice and finished 8th at the 2014 Sochi Olympics
and have their sights set on the 2018 Olympics.
If you haven’t seen these two dance, treat yourself and watch their performance to
American in Paris on youtube.
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.
Call Wilma Leonard at 248-380-8907 or e-mail her at [email protected] 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 off in the
Herald box at the Clubhouse. Make sure the individual(s) involved do not mind the recognition. Material for
publication must be signed.
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A NOTE FROM LAKES ECOLOGY
The Lakes of Highland Lakes
Our three lakes and their surrounding environs are the most unique feature of our
community. They are beautiful, healthy, and enjoyed by many residents and guests. Lakes
like all living things have life cycles. To keep them in the beautiful and healthy stage
requires monitoring and occasional attention. This is the purpose of the Lakes Ecology
Committee, to monitor the lakes and their environs and make recommendations to the
board when appropriate. Currently, we are looking at issues related to boat storage, increased growth of seaweed, and the amount of natural landscape we should have
surrounding our lakes. In addition, lectures on fishing, and other lake related information
are being discussed. Come join us!
‘What’s the buzz, tell us what’s happening’ is a song from the rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar”,
written by Andrew Lloyd Weber and Tim Rich.
We want to hear from you…! I suppose this could be a ‘gossip’ column but with a nicer name.
Tell us what’s happening in your court, your life, etc... Couples married, babies born, something
humorous, heart warming, a favorite shopping destination, a walk in town…whatever! It can be
short or long.
You can drop it off in the Herald box in the office or email to Julie ([email protected] They must be
signed by who wrote the article.)
I want to be the first! My wife Joan and I have some thoughts about lights. The days grew shorter
as September came and we are going places, like work or school, and coming home in the dark.
Our streets and parking lots have lights, however the common areas around and between our
condo buildings are dark, unless there are porch and deck lights on.
The police tell us that lights can discourage criminal activity and mischief makers. Also, lights
can make for a safer walk with your dog.
Speaking of more lights, the other morning I was on Main Street waiting for a light to turn
green. I was waiting behind a SUV. When the light turned green then he turned his turn signal
on. Aggravating!
-Submitted by Marty Tingstad
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DOROTHY GAY
Highland Lakes mourns the loss of Dorothy Gay, an original resident of Neptune Court and pioneer in the
governing of our community. Dorothy passed away on December 1st at the age of 93. She was one of the
original Board members, serving on it for over 35 years. Dorothy was a Detroit Police Officer for 25 years, an
Inspector and Interim Chief of the Women’s Division. Her contributions to this community are too numerous to
list on this page, but among them was her service on the Board; she was a member of the Court Captain Committee, a liaison to the Herald, Clubhouse, Human Relations, Recycling and Pool Committees. Her service
extended to the “resident advisory” years before control of our community was even handed over to private
Association management from the developer. She was recognized by the Detroit Free Press in the 1960’s as
a “Woman of the Year” and the Michigan House of Representatives paid tribute to her years of service in 2007. Many of us at the clubhouse had the privilege of meeting Dorothy after her retirement and she was a lifelong
advocate and friend of our community. She will be greatly missed.
JOHN SASSAMAN
John Sassaman, a longtime resident of Hayes Court, passed away in October. John was a Northville
Firefighter, Co-Owner/Director of the Norththrop Sassaman Funeral Home, volunteer at the Northville Chamber of Commerce, Civic Concern, Habitat for Humanity and the Rotary. John also joined the U.S. Army in the
1960’s. If you have ever gone to Arlington National Cemetery and seen the Honor Guards at the Tomb of the
Unknown Soldier, then you know it is one of the most honored and coveted military roles in this country, even
though the people doing it are the ones doing the honoring. The perfection demanded of them, both what they
do while on duty and off, remains with them even after they leave the post and for the rest of their lives.
John would have been overwhelmed with respect and admiration had we known the extent of his contributions
during his lifetime. He is just another example of the great people we have had at Highland Lakes.
Source: Northville Record, November 13, 2014
JAMES KILLEWALD
James Killewald, a longtime resident of Windsor Court, passed away on December 4th. Jim served on the
Highland Lakes Herald Committee and was instrumental in the success of our advertising program, although
he was best known as an avid Euchre player that frequented the clubhouse for decades with friends and
neighbors. The clubhouse was informed of his untimely passing by longtime friend, Hal Forstrom. We wish
Jim’s family peace in this time of sorrow.
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ADULT
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PARTY
The Adult Christmas party
was December 6th. A great time
was had by all. Lots of fun, laughter,
good food and a chance to meet new
neighbors. The evening ended with
everyone winning a very nice
door prize and a 50/50 raffle.
Mark your calendar for next year's
Adult Christmas party which will be
held on
December 5, 2015.
Happy New Year!!
-Pool Committee
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Highland Lakes Court Captains
NOTE: ALL AREA CODES ARE 248 UNLESS INDICATED OTHERWISE
Anchor
Tracey Green.................321-4614
Althea
Sue Tocco..................... 348-3396
Amboy
Brad Todorov..................380-1611
Andover
Pam Takacs....................374-0864
Aqueduct
Frank Eisenhauer...........348-9650
Bryn Mawr
Robert Gorczyca.....734-751-7828
Dartmouth
Sue Misiulis....................344-4949
Dearborn
Jim Delaney....................348-6554
Dorothy Gay
.........................................VACANT
Eddington
David Duey...............586-996-2098
Farragut
Lorraine Scully (B 89 & 90)..344-8703
Janice Booher (B 88).........344-4229
Hayes
Ironwood
Neptune
Esther Allison................. 880-1673
Robert Armstrong...........912-0266
Itham
Bob Rudolph...................347-6891
Donna McNally............... 347-0999
Juliet
Oakland
Sandy Nolan....................349-3587
Earl Smith.......................349-6478
Kenyon
Old Bridge
Elizabeth Dombles............. Unlisted
Catherine Frazier......313-405-3707
Irongate
Linda Tomica.................. 349-6107
Pond
Lagoon
Marchelle Brotz..........517-525-1661
Diane Pittaway............... 347-1078
Lehigh
Queen Anne
Frances Moore..................727-3570
Kathy Baldwin................380-6429
Lehigh Lane
Richards
Dianne Hartman................229-3884
Martin Tingstad.............344-4928
Leidel
Sandy
Barbara Adams.................982-8247
Beverly Brenner.............348-2982
Lilac
Savoy
Barbara Evans..................348-3087
Mary Kraska............313-268-8516
Longwood
Schoolhouse
Jim O’Connor....................344-6600
Peggy Zonca..................348-5283
Lyric
Seabrook
Ray Parzych.....................349-9370
Andrea Valle...................819-0704
Valiant
Madison
Carolyn Toyer....................348-9745
D. & G. Loudy (B 30, 31 & 32)
.............................................349-3308
Malvern
Chuck Weidner (B 28 & 29)
Connie Haworth...............349-5047
........................................946-1479
Inlet
Norwood
Ilio Alessandri................ 449-6959
View Point
Stanley Roberson..........596-1239
Whitman
Mann
Liz Thuss...............
0220
7 3 4 - 5 5 8 - Frank Jensen............... 880-2011
Mariner
Windsor
Douglas Perrin....................Unlisted
Tom Werner...................349-4459
Nancy Schneider..............797-0853
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JANUARY 2015
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
3
9
10
New Year’s Day
Clubhouse Closed
4
5
Crafters’ Night
6:00 p.m.
Clubhouse
Committee
7 p.m.
11
12
Herald
Committee
6:30
18
19
13
1
8
Women’s Club
12 p.m. noon
Euchre
Club
7:00 p.m.
14
15
16
17
20 Ladies Pinochle 21
12:30 p.m.
Crafters’ Night
6:00 p.m.
Finance Comm.
6:30 p.m.
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23
24
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Ladies Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
Engineering
Committee
3:00 p.m.
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Crafters’ Night
6:00 p.m.
February
7
Ladies Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
Crafters’ Night
6:00 p.m.
BOARD
MEETING
7:30 p.m.
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6
2
Movie Night
6 - 10 p.m.
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30
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5
6
7
Ladies Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
3
Crafters’ Night
6:00 p.m.
Euchre
Club - 7:00 p.m.
4
Ladies Pinochle
12:30 p.m.
Women’s Club
12 p.m noon
Court Captain
Committee
7:00 p.m.
Euchre
Club
7:00 p.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.