August - Sandy Pines

August 2015
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PRINTS
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Please Remember
to Vote on
AUGUST 15
Polls are open from
9am - 2pm
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PHONE NUMBERS
Member Services ................................ 616.896.8315
Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-4:30pm • Sat. 8:30am-Noon
Closed Sunday
Fax Number............................................. 616.896.7409
Member Service–Mary ............................................ 100
Member Service ...................................................... 101
[email protected]
Administration
Gene/Kathy ............................................................. 105
[email protected]
[email protected]
Dawn ....................................................................... 109
[email protected]
Beth ......................................................................... 106
[email protected]
Park Inspector–Ralph .............................. 616.896.7286
[email protected]
Pumpouts–Emergency ............................................ 111
Where has Summer been and where has it gone?
by Kel Kronemeyer
It’s August and back to school talk is already on TV and in the back of parents’ minds. By
the time you read this, “Christmas in August” will be upon us. I urge our members to get
involved and light up your property. Following that weekend, the next BIG EVENT is OUR
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING and VOTING DAY. If you will not be in the park on AUG.
15, PLEASE get your absentee ballot now. If you will be in the park on that day PLAN NOW
to attend our annual meeting AND TAKE TIME TO VOTE. Choose your three candidates from
among the seven candidates, and the board urges a ”YES“ vote on the golf proposal. We
believe you will see it as an investment to protect your MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT.
Now let me speak to some other park
concerns. Speed of golf carts is an URGENT
concern. Youth learn from adults, and adults
are just as guilty of violating the ten mile per
hour speed limits. Your rebuttal is “I don’t
have a speedometer” as if that gives you
a free pass. I think we all know if we are
speeding. The other day I was following my
Park & Garden
Jack Schmidt, Manager .......................... 616.896.9334
[email protected]
Sales Office .......................................... 616.896.8315
Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-4:30pm • Sat. 9:00am-3:00pm
Sunday by Appt.
Sales Office or Camping
Kelli.......................................................................... 103
Kathy Molner ........................................................... 113
Grant Moore ............................................................ 114
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[email protected]
[email protected]
Maintenance ........................................ 616.896.8317
[email protected]
Mon.-Fri. 8:00am-4:30pm • Sat. 9:00am-3:00pm
Closed Sunday
Ranger Station..................................... 616.896.9006
Fax Number............................................. 616.896.7286
[email protected]
Recreation Dept .................................. 616.896.8318
Mary Applehof–Recreation Director/Adult Recreation
Kim Day, Aquatics Director
Carol Hoffman, Sr. Adult Recreation
Kim Walters, Youth/Teen Recreation
[email protected]
Lake Monterey Golf ............................ 616.896.8118
[email protected]
Laundromat Hours / Retail Center
7:00am–11:00pm
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ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Gene Van Koevering..............................Park President
Ben Fifelski ............................ Maintenance Supervisor
Dawn Arndt, CPA................................................... CFO
Steve Deyarmond................................. Safety Director
Gary Peters.................................Golf Course Manager
The Sandy Pines Board of Directors will provide
positive leadership and management direction
so as to ensure the long term viability and
success of Sandy Pines Wilderness Trails, Inc.
— MISSION STATEMENT —
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Mary Cooper .......................Member Service Manager
Kelli Blackman.........................Guest Service Manager
Kathy Brott .................................... Executive Assistant
Kathy Molner ........................................ Sales Manager
Ralph Smith...........................................Park Inspector
Mary Applehof ...........................Recreation Supervisor
Jack Schmidt.........................................Park & Garden
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Finance......................................................Dan Kendall
Garden Club ..........................................Nelson Bouma
Golf Course .............................................. Kerry Bunce
Grounds & Maintenance.............................Mike Young
Long Range Planning ............................. Gerda Pitcher
Marketing/PR Committee..............Michael VanderWall
Member Outreach ...............................Kel Kronemeyer
Policy Committee ....................................Stan Robbins
Rules........................................................... Rudy Fojtik
Safety & Security Committee ...............Glen Pettigrove
Special Events.......................................Mary Applehof
Technology .........................................Jon Novakowski
Kelvin Kronemeyer (15) .................................Chairman
Glen Pettigrove (17)...............................Vice-Chairman
Dan Kendall (16) .............................................Treasurer
John Spoelman (15) ...................................... Secretary
Kerry Bunce (16)
Greg Maichele (15) Carolyn Nielsen (17)
Gerda Pitcher (17) Mike Young (16)
[email protected]
RETAIL SERVICES
Corner Cafe ........................................................... TBD
Hilltop Dairy Dip ..................................... 616.896.8868
Just Your Style........................................ 616.896.1744
Park & Garden ........................................ 616.896.9334
Pat’s Little Wheel.................................... 616.896.8004
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wife who was driving my Escape and was observing the speed limit. I was driving my old
Honda golf cart, considered by my grandchildren to be the slowest golf cart in the park. Even
in that old cart I could have, and wanted, to push the pedal to the metal. Have you ever had
that experience? We each need to take responsibility and cut back on speed voluntarily.
Parents need to have conversations with your teen drivers. I think we all know. Some other
alternatives that you may not like would be a massive ticketing campaign unannounced or
requiring some kind of governor device or requiring a speedometer on each cart.
Other concerns are music on golf carts loud enough to be an annoyance to those near and
far both because of volume and lyrics or both. It’s for your personal enjoyment not for other’s
annoyance. Remember, your cart is open air. Please be sensitive to others and turn
down the volume.
Walkers, for safety reasons, please walk facing traffic, no more than two side by side
and move to the edge of the road for golf cart and automotive traffic.
Bicycle riders, are you aware that park rules require you to stop at all stop signs?
Irresponsible disposing of trash at roadways, beaches, playgrounds and dumpsters
has become a huge concern. It has been noted by maintenance and others that litter
See CHAIRMAN on page 4...
Letter from the President
by Gene Van Koevering
It seems the summer is going fast. August is the month that many
of our Members take extended family vacations, so we want you to
know that there will be many events and things to do for the whole
family and as a Staff, we will do all we can to make sure your time
here is a great experience.
One of the most important things to take place in August, are the elections. Many of you have
attended Face to Phase meetings and forums to learn more about the golf and bylaw ballots,
as well as learning about the Candidates who are running for the Board.
Thanks to the Golf Committee, Board Members and Board Candidates that have attended
the Face to Phase meetings and forums. In planning ahead regarding the posting of election
results, I have been assured that we will be able to email the results to the Sandy Pines Media
Manager after the votes are counted, and they will post the election results on channel 9.1
the evening of August 15.
Other locations where the results will be posted will be on the Admin. doors, at the Ranger
Station and on the CC bulletin boards. Some of the notice locations may not have the results
until Monday, but it’s our intent that the Admin. doors, Ranger Station and channel 9.1 will
have them by early evening of the 15th.
If you have not seen the Lake and Fishery Report prepared by Earth Sciences this year, you
may find a link to it on our Website. I will be working with the Building, Grounds and Lakes
See PRESIDENT on page 4...
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PRESIDENT continued...
and irresponsible behavior with regard to this issue is at an all time high in the park.
Please monitor yourself and your children and dispose of your trash in the proper
receptacles. Be proactive and pick up trash when you see it.
Committee to develop a 10 year management
plan that will assure the continued health of
these great resources.
Dog owners need to be reminded that their pets are not allowed everywhere humans
are and must be on a leash. Just like children, you must clean up after them. Please
observe all posted signs.
In an effort to protect the future of Sandy Pines
amenities financially, we are working with
Long Range Planning, Finance and Board of
Directors, to approve the development of a
Capital Reserve Fund, which is something
Sandy Pines does not currently have. What
is a Capital Reserve Fund? It includes
such items as repairing or replacing our
buildings, pools, tennis courts, etc. Basically,
all physical assets above or below ground
level. As you may realize, many of our capital
assets are 20,30,40 years old and just as you
experience in your own home, things wear
out and need replacing or repair. The plan
One more concern that I must mention. Park rules state that alcoholic beverages
must be consumed on your site. No open cans or bottles are permitted anywhere in
the park. Golf Course has its’ own rules.
I like to be positive. Let’s all take a
positive attitude to these concerns
and turn each of these concerns Into
positive behavior. THANK YOU!!!!
See PRESIDENT on page 5...
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being developed is a plan not unlike that each of us should have for our homes, to protect
our future.
Subsequent to the review of this plan by all of the above, I will be seeking a recommendation
for approval from the Board to bring this to the membership in the 2016 election. If the
recommendation of the plan is given by the Board, our Team will begin planning for a number
of informational events in 2016, with the focus of providing all the details, data and reasoning
for the membership to approve it at the ballot box in August 2016.
A summary of a number of other news worthy items are: (1) The potential for grants. FEMA is
accepting applications for new construction projects, if the project meets the requirements
of their P-320/P-361 Storm Shelter armoring criteria. These grants are extremely competitive
in nature, however if approved, Sandy Pines would receive a 75% grant. Given that we will
be replacing CC 5 & 6 very soon, as well as the Indoor pool building within five (5) years (if
approved), our park will have all of these projects applied for, as we are able. (2) Cell tower
status: I have met with the Cell tower Developer and was pleased to hear that he has received
a commitment from Verizon to be the Anchor Tenant on a new tower to be constructed here
at Sandy Pines. He was quick to say that there remain a number of criteria to be met before
the tower is approved, including an environmental study, research study on the potential
existence of Native American Burial grounds or artifacts, the existence of any endangered
plants or animals in the area, etc.
The proposed tower would be 180-190
feet tall and would allow for up to four
Wireless Carriers, County 911 equipment,
and possibly other emergency related
communication equipment. Thus, the tower
would be good for Sandy Pines, but also
good for the local area and the county upon
completion.
At this point the proposed location is on
the northeast corner of the lot that was
purchased in 2013. The approximate space
that is needed will be 60 feet deep and
80-90 feet long. This would provide space
for the tower and up to four Pods for the
Wireless Provider equipment. If all goes well,
construction would likely be in late 2016.
I hope you agree with me that a number of
options are presenting Sandy Pines with
opportunities never before offered, and
these are exciting times to be a part of this
great Park. Thank you for the opportunity to
be a part of this, and allowing me to serve
you here in this capacity!!
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The Sandy Pines Annual Meeting is scheduled for
Saturday, August 15, beginning at 10 am, at the Chapel.
The Lake Monterey Golf Course Annual Meeting will follow
immediately thereafter.
Located on
142nd Ave.
Just East
of Dorr
Monday - Saturday: 7 am - 9 pm
Sundays and Holidays: 9 am - 7 pm
AUGUST EVENTS INCLUDE:
August 3: Eckrich Nascar Tour - See the
#43 race car, register to win prizes, and
receive a gift with your purchase.
August 15: Eckrich Mobile Taste Tour
Samples, coupons, games and
a gift with your purchase.
Visit our website just prior
to event for times.
Mark your calendar:
Bratwurst Cookout at Dick’s
Saturday, August 29 - 11 am - 2 pm
PERSONALIZED
DIGITAL
OFFERS
www.dicksfoodmarket.com
Two Very Unique Places!
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MEMBER OUTREACH
by Kelvin Kronemeyer
We are happy to welcome and approve 28
member applications at our July 17 Board
Meeting. About half had children under 20.
Our Sandy Pines License Plates are
immediately available at the office or at
the flea markets for $20 each. Sign design
collage of license plate size decals are
available for $10. We have just placed 61
orders for signs. Place your order now! In
bulk order of 10 signs cost will be $45. If you
want to wait until we get a bulk order of 50
signs cost will be $40.
Here are some new ideas that our committee
is trying to initiate.
Design a unique Welcome to Sandy Pines
Card that the Outreach Committee could
send out within a week of your closing. If you
have the gift of design, please submit it to
me at [email protected].
Offer new members a guided tour to learn all
the ins and outs of the park. The committee
is seeking volunteer tour guides. Please
submit your name and contact information
to me either by voice mail or text @ 407-2471534 or email [email protected].
Seek member volunteers to serve as a
Member Mentor to each new member. Ideally
we would like to have enough volunteers so
you would serve as a mentor to one new
member each season. You may volunteer by
contacting me either by text or voice mail @
407-247-1534 or email @[email protected].
NEW MEMBERS WHO HAVE NOT COME
TO OUR WELCOME AND ORIENTATION
ICE CREAM SOCIAL YET YOU WILL HAVE
ONE MORE OPPORTUNITY ON SATURDAY,
AUGUST 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM AT CORE
AREA OUTDOOR PAVILION.
‘Like Us’
on Facebook!
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RECREATION DEPARTMENT NEWS
by Mary Applehof
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Second Annual Rainbow of Color run! We raised enough money to buy the two new AED’s
and Cases for our Park! We had a great turn out and we are very fortunate to have had 18 sponsors for our race. I would like to thank Robyn,
from Advertising Solutions, for making all of the shirts, donating all the water bottles and helping find all of our sponsors! Our wonderful
sponsors were: FedCom Credit Union, Advertising Solutions, Superior Carts and More, LLC, Vacationland Sales, Western Star Insurance
Agency, Purity Cylinder Gases, Hopkins Propane, Jake’s Goodtime Bar and Grill, Westhouse Home Improvements, Pat’s Lil’ Wheels, Yoder’s
Services, The Mott Family, Country Café and Store, Bakhuyzen Landscape, Pop Pops BBQ, My-Con, Inc. and Curly Near.
2015 proved to have more record breaking numbers for our 4th of July events! We had over 400 people play in our tournaments! The parade
was awesome too! Thank you to everyone who participated. It sure makes it a lot of fun at Sandy Pines with so many people participating!
Speaking of participating, we are so thankful for all of our volunteers, and we are looking for more of you to sign up for our volunteer program.
I can’t stress enough how much we appreciate everyone who volunteers for our activities. All of the events that we do, cannot happen without
each and every one of you. So thank you from the bottom of my heart. The new sign up genius program has made it very easy to sign up for
the events that you are interested in helping with. Please call me if you need any assistance in signing up. We have had great volunteers help
out at the Family Fun Day and Kiddie Carnival, Trunk or Treat, and the Adults 3 Disciplines Triathlon. If you volunteered and need a service
hour’s certificate, please come to the Recreation office and we will be sure to get that for you.
Some dates to put on your calendar yet for August are: Saturday the 8th is a very busy fun
filled day: We are Celebrating Christmas in August. We hope that many of you will take the
time to decorate your sites and make it a really fun time enjoying the Christmas Spirit around
Sandy Pines. Thank you to the Chapel for Sponsoring the Live Nativity that will be held in
the core area. Also on this day, we have the Pickle ball tournament, Soccer tournament, Golf
Cart Rodeo, Tractor Ride with a character, along with a BBQ Cook-off at the Flea Market
t-pee area. The Golf Cart Rodeo will be happening in the parking lot of the indoor pool. This
is where the driver of the golf cart is blindfolded, and then someone else tells them where to
go on the driving course! This is going to be great for all of you backseat drivers. Saturday,
the 15th is the Adult/Child tennis tournament, starting at 9 am, at the Water Park courts,
along with the last drive in movie for the summer! We are planning to do our first ever Disc
Golf Tournament at the new Course in Phase 3. We are very fortunate to have West Michigan
Builders sponsor this new and exciting event. We will be selling the Sandy Pines Golf Disc’s
too!
With all of our activities coming to a close for the season, please take time to thank the
Recreation Staff who kept your kids safe and entertained this hot summer! The Tennis, Golf
and Swim lessons are running smoothly. The Kid’s club, Pre-teen club and Teen clubs have
had record numbers attending, and are having a great time too.
We will be having our end of season “Recreation Party” for all kids who have attended any
Recreation activity this summer. It will be held on Friday, August 14, at the Phase 1 beach.
Check your Weekend Flyer for more information.
Looking forward to our Labor Day Activities! Please be sure to join in the fun!
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Building & Grounds Committee News
Dog Park News
Monterey Lake Survey: We received the full report from EnviroScience, and our lake is in
good shape. Our fish are healthy and have plentiful food supply. Sailboat Cove does have
leaf sediment, approximately one foot around the edge. We also talked about dredging and
where we can put the sediment and sand we take out. We are planning to put together an
8-10 Year Plan to keep our lake in good shape. A full report has been put on our website, or
you can stop and see a copy at the Administration Office.
We appreciate everyone helping to keep
the dog park clean. You are doing a great
job!
by Mike Young
The Blue Dump Wagons were also discussed and the committee felt that they should pass
an inspection and be stickered each year. We did have an accident earlier this summer that
had to be cleaned up.
Aquatics News
by Kim Day
Our pools have been very busy. Please remember to shower before going in them. Showering
before entering really helps keep our pools healthier.
Please remember that at the water park there is ONLY BOTTLE WATER allowed. We are
finding a lot of people are bringing in their coolers and eating in the water park. This is not
allowed. We need to keep our water park clean and free from ants.
We are still in need of swimsuits, if you have any that you can donate, it would be greatly
appreciated. Just drop them off at the recreation office any time we are open.
Our annual end-of-the-year party will be held on August 14th. The party will be at Phase 1
Beach, beginning at 10 am until noon. Join us, as we celebrate another great season at the
Recreation Department, and the end of our summer programs!
by Bill & Joanne VanderWall
For those of you who are new to Sandy
Pines, we would like to tell you about our
Dog Park.
The Dog Park is located in Phase 6,
behind the bathroom. It is a fenced in
area where your pet can run and enjoy
themselves, in a shady area. There is
water for them to get a drink, with a
bench and table in the shade for you to
sit, while they play.
There are baggies for
you to pick up after
your pet, and a pail
to dispose of it.
Keeping your dog
exercised and content,
will keep your
neighbors happy too.
Enjoy!
Keep watching the Weekend Flyer for our pool hours. We will have them posted at each pool
location as well.
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Member Services
by Mary Cooper
Summer Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am – Noon
Sunday: Closed
Charter TV & Internet:
Charter has made us aware of members
calling in trouble calls that are not Charter
issues. You may be charged $126.50. See
the CCs or office for an explanation of items
that you may be charged for.
Flea Markets:
Upcoming dates are: August 8 (Christmas),
*September 5 (Labor Day) and October 3.
Spaces are available for $30, and may only
be reserved online using the Member Web
Access. Flea Markets run from 9 am to 2 pm.
*Pancake breakfast on September 5.
No dogs allowed at the Flea Markets
“FACE TO PHASE” (F2P) 2015
Gene will again this season be conducting ‘Face to Phase’ meetings on Saturday mornings,
giving everyone an opportunity to come out, have a cup of coffee or cold drink and a
cookie with him, and get acquainted.
He plans to be parked in each location on this rotation from 8:30 am until 10 am, on the
days indicated below. If the weather is not conducive to being outside, he will be located
inside, at the Adult Recreation Lounge.
Thank you for considering coming out to chat, bring your new ideas and ask whatever
questions you may have! Gene
AUGUST 8
PHASE 6
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AUGUST 22
PHASE 7
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Flea Market Vendors: Parking is not
allowed in the office parking lot. You must
park at your space or at Maintenance. You
can not block access for maintenance trucks
or Park & Garden equipment.
Winterizings:
We will be starting to take winterizing orders
soon. The discount price will be $80 if the
departure date is prior October 1st. Your
keys must in the office by Oct. 1, in order
to be eligible for the discount. For departure
dates after October 1st the cost will be $100.
The latest departure date is October 18th.
Maintenance will not winterize any trailer that
has a hot water heater located on the porch
or shares a waterline.
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Park and Garden News
by Jack Schmidt
Are you ready for Christmas in August? Stop by the Park and Garden and check out our supply of Christmas Lights. Let’s light up Sandy
Pines this year!
If you have always wondered about the water softener program and wanted to try it, now is the time. We have a few softener tanks available
for the last couple of months of this season. The cost is $100, and if you want us to install and pick up the tank at the end of the season, add
an additional $45. We have a limited number available, so this offer is only available until we run out of our supply.
We have had a lot of problems with the white hoses and the plastic couplers at the risers. If you are tired of the hose splitting or the coupler
cracking, stop by the store and see our new gray hose with crimped-on couplers for the risers. Yes, you will have to buy these, but it should
end your problem.
As we approach Labor Day many of you will be closing up for the season. If you have a softener through the Maynard program, please
contact us when you would like the tank returned. If you want the program again next season, be sure to contact the Park and Garden before
you leave for the season, for a discount on next year’s tank.
Oh by the way, the Golf Cart Rental, Kayak rental and Paddleboard rental have been very busy this year. It is getting important for you to
call ahead and reserve your item, as we have been running out of rental times weeks before each holiday. Get your cart for Labor Day soon!
LMGC Update
by Gary Peters
Reduced Food Prices: Now that we’ve got Memorial and Independence Days under our
belt, the staff and I have closely reviewed all the food prices at the course and have lowered
the price on most hot food items. For example, the all-beef hog dog is now $2.25, brats and
polish dogs are $3, hamburgers are $4, and all new chicken breast sandwich is only $4.50.
For $1.25 more you get bag of chips and a pop.
Policy Reminder: I would like to thank most golfers for their pace of play. We still have a
few that want to play five somes and six somes. There is a note on both doors as you come
into the Pro Shop that states if you do play as a five some or six some, you will be asked
to leave the course and lose two weeks of use of the course. Additionally, all players must
have their own set of clubs to use on the course. Sets of clubs are available for purchase in
the Pro Shop.
Some things that are new at the course…the flag sticks have been refinished and we have
put on prim tape, which will reflect to laser range finders to giving you a distance to pin. This
was in response to many golfer requests.
Foot Golf on its first Sunday had well over 25 kids show up to play, which is great. We will
continue this program on Sunday for the rest of the year, and may start a midday during the
week if we see the need.
New Sandy Pines Member Benefit: Effective immediately we are offering the membership
a special…if you bring three guests to make a foursome, we will make a price break of only
$18 per guest, which includes one cart rental. This is for Sandy Pines members and their
associates only.
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Inspector News
by Ralph Smith
Well, here we are already into August! I hope
everyone is having a great time as our season
is more than half over!
As I write this letter, we are working at getting
all of the lots and trailers cleaned up that
were not done by the June 1st deadline.
Please keep in mind this is not a cleanup
that needs to be done only for the June 1st
deadline, but all season long. Lawns must
not be more than 6” long at any time. Trailers,
porches, garages and sheds must be kept
clean and free from mold and mildew, or I
will be forced to have it done for you, and
charge your account for all fees. You will also
be assessed a $100 automatic fine.
The last thing I want to talk about is boat
stakes. I have been in the process of
remarking boat stakes to make sure that
everyone has their boat in the proper location,
and trying to find a way to make room for
more boat spots. I started in Phase 2, behind
the tennis courts, spending several hours remarking the area. I was very disappointed
to discover that someone went down in the
area a couple of weeks later, and removed all
the stakes that were put in the ground. This
area will now need to be completely re-done.
Please…if you see blue or yellow flags on the
water’s edge, leave them alone! Thank you!
We know a
lot about
improving
your lot.
Whether it’s a park model, travel trailer
or boat loan, FEDCOM CU will help
you keep it simple. To learn more, visit
us online at fedcomcu.com or call our
V.P. of Operations, Reid A. Lundeen
at 1-888-364-6928 (ext. 129).
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Maintenance News
by Ben Fifelski
I hope that you all enjoyed the 4th of July Holiday Weekend. Great
fun…great people! Once again, we appreciate everyone’s help
with cleaning up areas after they have been used. Thank you!
Maintenance had a little problem over the 4th. It was a water main
in Phase 6. We got it fixed in a couple of hours – thanks for your
patience!
The Blue Shrinkwrap container is gone for the year. If you still
need to unwrap your boat, please dispose of the shrink wrap in a
compactor nearest to you.
If you clean fish, please dispose of the remains at the leaf dump…
NOT in the compactors. People live near the compactors and
those fish create quite a stink! Thank you for your cooperation.
Please…do not park by the compactors on Wednesdays between
the hours of 8 am and 5 pm.
The Maintenance Department will be working on additional parking
by the Adult Pool for golf carts. We will also be rebuilding some of
the larger signs in the Park.
I wanted to make you aware that Maintenance will be doing some
water repair work in Phase 3 during the month of August. As we
do this work, the water will be turned off for short periods of time
in the areas we are working in. As we get closer to the timeline,
I will post times and dates on our TV Channel 9.1. Sorry for any
inconvenience this may cause.
The season is winding down – enjoy what’s left of it!
IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY
ISSUES WITH CHARTER, PLEASE CALL
CHARTER CUSTOMER
CARE CENTER AT
800-314-7195
Press #1 (Business) and put in the office phone
616-896-8315 (as your account number).
Address: 2745 - 136th Avenue, Hopkins, MI 49328
Site Number is by number...not letter,
for example: N=4; K=5; D=6.
Phases 1, 2 and 3 - use your Site number
We use a QAM Fiber Optic System
If you call for service or repairs concerning your
Internet or TV, and it is determined that the
cause was not a CHARTER issue, you MAY be
billed $126.50 for a service call! Be sure the
problem is with Charter and not something at
your end before you call!
Thank you!
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Long Range Planning Committee
by Gerda Pitcher
Our committee has been very busy working on the Ten Year Plan for our Park. We have been working closely with Pronexus (financial
advisors) on the best way to approach this budget. We had a very informative and productive meeting with the finance committee and
some of our Board members. Much was discussed and questions were asked and answered. We placed it in the hands of the Finance
committee to tweak and then to the Board.
We, as a committee, are always working
on the preservation of our park for the long
term.
Again, I would like to remind all the members
to please use formaldehyde free chemicals
in your tanks, and to fill them up before your
scheduled pump out.
Thank you!
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Welcome New Members
Kathy & Arlyn Walt, Coopersville
Jeffrie & Christine Kocsis, Hudsonville
Duane & Tracy Ingles, Jenison
Richard & Sherry Best, Buchanen
Robert & Pamela Savaglio, Arizona
Sue & Terry Shaffer, Wyoming
Andrew & Sandra Kranenborg, Illinois
Ryan & Valerie Franzen, Indiana
Ashley Nitz, Berrien Springs
Gregory & Karen Gutknecht, Zeeland
Susan Sennertt & Eugene Noell, Zeeland
Ronald & Judy Frego, Holland
Cody & Kassandra Cooper, Holland
Tyler & Jessica Pratt, Caledonia
Joel & Renae Sells, Watervliet
Ricky & Cynthia Visser, Dorr
Craig Overweg & Beth Wiltse, Zeeland
Susan & Bernard Boarts, Belmont
Troy O’Bryant & Patty Morse, Otsego
Adam Martz, Grandville
Owen & Shelly Pruiksema, Grand Rapids
Peter & Kristi Pols, Hudsonville
Ronald & Gloria Dannenberg, Hamilton
Harvey & Patricia Crawford, Hudsonville
Timothy Wolford & Kari Chirco, Wyoming
Lloyd & Gretchen Plewes, Byron Center
John & Nora McInnis, Arizona
David & Mary Kalisz, Sr., Muskegon
Justin & Jenna Alkema, Hudsonville
Ronald & Connie Luyk, Allegan
Cady Cooper & Christina Hamilton, Plainwell
Harold Durnell & Lisa Jordan, Indiana
Jamie & Henry Gries, Fennville
Kenneth & Christine Hemmeke, Hamilton
John & Dawn Lievense, Dorr
Jeffrey & Linda Douglass, Westland
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Philip & Jennifer Krauss, Westland
Robert & Barbara Wenzler, Byron Center
Sharon & Tedd Litty, Hudsonville
Christine & Slimane Khaoucha, Indiana
Christopher & Kellie Simmons, Kalamazoo
Robert & Claudia Simpson, Holland
Deloris Woolf, Hopkins
Kenneth & Pamela Post, Kalamazoo
Robert & Mariann Woldyk, Hudsonville
Johannes & Christy Kooistra, Dorr
Kevin & Deanne Lankheet, Grandville
Christopher & Sally Kwekel, Wyoming
Anthony & Hannah Venhuizen, Allendale
Edward & Christy Wierenga, Grand Rapids
Joni Boling & Donna Haner, Southgate
Benjamin & Susan Haaksma, Kentwood
Timothy & Cynthia Walma, Wyoming
Robert & Patricia Forberg, Kentwood
Bruce & Julee Gould, Plymouth
Matthew Harvey, Garden City
Michael & Loree Kennedy, Grand Rapids
Daniel & Amy Hoffman, Grand Rapids
Brett & Janis Minges, Kalamazoo
Patricia Goucher & Carol Phipps, Grand Rapids
Kenneth & Cynthia Laurita, Niles
Adam & Jennifer Taylor, Coopersville
Scott & Karen Leak, Ionia
Gary & Melissa Maxey, Hamilton
Tony & Tammy Jones, Hamilton
Gary & Barbara Martinson, DeWitt
Margaret Boeck, Dorr
Paul & Catheryn Bieber, Middleville
David & Kathleen Gunter, Stanwood
Steven & Debra Batchelder, Rockford
Stephen & MaryAnn Coy, Wyoming
Dennis & Patricia Graber, Byron Center
Arlene Schneider, DeWitt
Emma & Charles Brooks, Kentwood
Ronald & Lucinda Czarnecki, Caledonia
Corbin Collet, Holland
Kent & Kristin Dickerson, Caledonia
Robert & Melanie Peters, Grandville
Darren & Emily Koster, Hudsonville
Nicki & Carla Williamson, Niles
Rebecca & Jon Actherhof, Grand Rapids
Kevin & Cathy Hinken, Allendale
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Fishing with Gary and Roger was a great success! Forty kids
showed up to go fishing and caught some good size fish! Thank you
to all the volunteers who made this event such a great success!
We will definitely be doing this again real soon!
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Senior Adult Recreation
by Carol Hoffman
Saturday, August 1– Free Bingo in the Pavilion from 2-4 PM for everyone 10 years old and over. Popcorn and bottled water will be available
for a donation.
Friday, August 7 – Christmas Potluck at 5:30 PM in the pavilion. Everyone is welcome. Bring a dish to share, your tableware and drink. Hot
water will be available for instant beverages. We will be having a brown bag auction after the potluck, and we ask that you bring a surprise
gift of your choosing in a bag (preferably a Christmas bag). We will be auctioning the bags off after the potluck.
Saturday, August 15 – Adult Bingo in the Pavilion at 7 PM for everyone 18 years old and over. Cards are 25 cents each and you must
purchase at least 4 cards. You play on these cards for the entire bingo. An inexpensive, but fun night out. Popcorn and bottled water will be
available for donation.
Saturday, August 22 – Golf Cart Poker Run from 2-4 PM. Charge your golf carts and join in on the fun. The cost is a $5 per person donation,
and it will begin at 2 PM under the picnic shelter in the TP area (Flea Market area). If you are able to help with the poker run, please contact
me at (616) 896-7996 or [email protected] to volunteer. We need lots of help to make this event work. Watch the Weekend Flyers, and our
sign in the core area, for details or changes.
Thursday, August 27 – Volunteer
Appreciation Lunch at Noon. This will be
held at the picnic shelter in the TP area (Flea
Market area). If you have given of your time
to volunteer this summer at Sandy Pines,
you are welcome and invited to attend.
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Friday, August 28 – Karaoke from 7-9
PM at the Golf Course. No cost for the
Karaoke, but a donation bucket will be
available to help with expenses. Come
and join in the singing, or just sit and enjoy
the entertainment. Food and drinks will be
available for purchase. Check the Weekend
Flyers, and our sign in the core area, for any
changes.
Monday, September 7 (Labor Day) – Free
Bingo in the Pavilion from 2 – 4 PM for
everyone 10 years old and over. Popcorn
and water will be available for a donation.
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Our 25 years in the cleaning business is your
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Friday, September 4 – 2015 Farewell
Senior Supper at 5:30 PM in the Pavilion
(no potluck). Food will be furnished. Check
the Weekend Flyers, and our sign in the
core area, for any other details.
Call us at: 616.403.2509
[email protected]
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Senior Adult Activities Update
We will be having a brown bag auction after the first Potluck in August. A Christmas Theme for the bags. The team is also looking into
an auction for a fundraiser next year. It was discussed why the Wednesday Potlucks are at the Water Park. Answer is that we use their
kitchen!
We will be having a Volunteer Luncheon on August 27 to thank everyone who has volunteered during the season. There will also be a
Senior Farewell Dinner (for those 60+) to be held on September 4th. More information forthcoming on both events.
We are planning to add a Facebook page next year to let our members know what we are planning for them.
We are trying a new place for our Adult Karaoke. Our August 28th Karaoke will be held at the Golf Course Clubhouse! It will run from 7-9
pm. Come on out and join in the fun of singing – or just come and hear some great singing! We invite you to come a bit early to order
some food and drink from the Clubhouse. Gary has put together some specials for us. A Chicken Sandwich Combo for $5.75, includes
sandwich, chips and pop and a Cheeseburger Combo for $5.25, which includes sandwich, chips and a pop. Join us for some great food,
singing, and spirits!
Technology Committee Update
by Jon Novakowski
Fellow Sandy Pines members,
As we head toward some amazing new technologies to bring Sandy Pines into the 21st
century, please know that we are working diligently, with propose and foresight of the
wellbeing of the members, now and in the future. I would like to take a moment of your time
to give breath to some of the goals and directions.
Sandy Pines / Charter Internet – Those that have subscribed to the Sandy Pines / Charter
Internet modem offering have been enjoying 60MB service. I, for one, have enjoyed the
blazing fast reliable internet connection at my site.
Cellular voice – Our current filing with the FCC has piqued the interest of a couple of the
carriers. Nothing has been formalized yet, but the silver is starting to show in the clouds.
As Sandy Pines grows from the campground into the resort campground, we are working
on making sure the amenities and facilities of the park are technologically able to grow
with it. We are currently deploying a backhaul system that will allow all the park facilities to
communicate with one another. This will give the ability to control environmental, security,
features and amenities at each of the facility.
I would like to share the Sandy Pines Technology Committee Mission Statement:
The SPTC will provide leadership for effective strategic and tactical planning in the use of
technology.
The SPTC will promote new uses of information technology within the park through the
support for exploratory and innovative applications.
The SPTC will provide recommendations for the highest quality technology-based direction
in the most cost-effective manner.
We are always looking for committee members. You don’t need to be a technical person to
be on the committee.
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Safety Department News
by Steve Deyarmond
Rental Golf Carts:
To operate a rental golf cart within the park an individual must be at least 18 years of age with a valid state issued operators permit. In the event
that a person is found operating a rental golf cart within the park that is under the age of 18 years, the Ranger Staff will stop the golf cart, take
the rental golf keys, issue a violation and inform the rental agency. This may result in the loss of use of the rental golf cart and any rental fees.
Mopeds and Scooters:
Two wheeled scooters with a seat and a motor are permitted within the park. Motorized scooters without a seat are not permitted. Youth
must be 15 years or older, and must have a state issued vehicle license or Moped license, to operate a Moped or park approved motorized
scooter in the park.
Mopeds must have a moped registration sticker and the membership site numbers on the front and rear of the moped, at least two inches in
height. All mopeds/scooters operated within the Park must have $300,000 liability insurance coverage.
Watercraft:
All watercraft within the park must display a Sandy Pines watercraft registration sticker. This watercraft sticker must be displayed on the right
rear end of the watercraft above the water line. Please observe “No Wake” zones in the lake. Please be sure you provide personal flotation
devices that are in appropriate condition and fitting for all persons on the watercraft.
Bikes Wanted:
If you have a bike sitting around just collecting
dust that you no longer use, and would
consider donating it to Matthew’s House – a
Ministry on the west side of Grand Rapids,
please read on!
Matthew’s House is looking for old bikes,
even if they are in need of repair that they
could fix up and donate to a homeless man
or woman.
If this is something that you would like to
help with, please contact Jim Kuipers at
616.745.4026 or stop at Site 155.
Thank you for your kindness and generosity.
You are making a difference in someone’s life,
and for that we express our gratitude. Thank
you very much for your consideration!
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Sandy Pines Annual Election Ballot
August 15, 2015
Vote for no more than three (3) Candidates
Marti DeVries
Kelvin Kronemeyer
Rog Grinwis
Robert Ritsema
Tim Hoffman
Stanley Robbins
Robert Klein
I voted for (number of candidates) ____
Lake Monterey Golf Course Ballot Proposal
The following ballot proposal, if approved, will replace the present expiring $125.00 Golf Course Assessment:
Shall the Membership approve an annual golf course assessment of $150.00, for a period of 10 years, to be
used for golf course operations and capital asset purchases, beginning October 1, 2015, eliminating member
trail fees? With an approved Sandy Pines I.D., Members and Associate Members will pay a $3.00 per nine (9)
hole green fee in 2016, which is subject to annual review and adjustment.
_____YES
_____NO
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S LLO
A
B
Proposal to Amend the Sandy Pines Wilderness Trails Bylaws
Shall the Membership approve an amendment to the Sandy Pines Wilderness Trails Bylaws as follows:
Article VI, Termination, Suspension, or other Action Against Members, Section 4: (revision)
From: “Procedure for Termination or Suspension” To: “Procedure for termination or suspension for a violation of bylaws or rules and regulation”
Article VI, Section 5 (addition)
Section 5. Procedure for Collection of Delinquent Member Accounts.
a)
Collection procedure protocol, as written in the Policy Manual, will be used as approved by the Board of
Directors for the purpose of notification and/or recapture of Delinquent Membership Accounts.
Article VI, Section 6 (addition)
Section 6, Duty to Remove Personal Property of Transfer Title to Such Property subsequent to Termination of
Membership
Upon the termination of a Sandy Pines’ membership for any reason, the Member has a duty to remove all personal
property from the Lot and/or Sandy Pines property within the time period established by the Park President.
If the Member shall fail or refuse to comply with the Member’s duty to remove all personal property from the Lot and/
or Sandy Pines upon the termination of their membership, the Member agrees that Sandy Pines may, at its election:
(i)
Treat such failure or refusal as an offer by Member to transfer title to such personal property to Sandy Pines, in
which event the title thereto shall thereupon pass to Sandy Pines under these Rules & Regulations as a bill of sale; or
(ii)
Treat such failure or refusal as conclusive evidence, on which Sandy Pines shall be entitled to rely absolutely,
that Member has forever abandoned such personal property.
In either event, Sandy Pines may, with or without accepting title thereto, keep or remove, store, destroy, discard, or
otherwise dispose of all or any part of such personal property in any manner that Sandy Pines shall choose, without incurring any liability to Member or to any other person. In no event shall Sandy Pines ever become, or be charged with,
the duties of a Bailee of any personal property of Member. The failure of Member to remove any such property from
the Lot and/or Sandy Pines shall forever bar Member from bringing any action or asserting any liability against Sandy
Pines or its agents with respect to any such property which Member fails to remove upon termination of their Sandy
Pines Membership, for any reason.
a)
Security Interest and Lien Rights:
To secure the payment of all money due to Sandy Pines under any agreement with Member, Sandy Pines is hereby
granted a security interest in any and all personal property on or about Member’s Lot at Sandy Pines. Contemporaneous with the delivery of these Rules & Regulations, and at such other times as Sandy Pines may request, Member
agrees to execute and deliver to Sandy Pines financing statements and such other documents as may be required to
perfect Sandy Pines’ security interest. The security interests granted Sandy Pines hereby are, and shall be, subordinate
to any bona fide perfected purchase money security interest that Member may wish to create.
_____YES
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Candidates for the Board of Directors
Marti DeVries,
Site D-29
Having been a member of Sandy Pines since 2002, and having previously served on the Board of Directors 2005-2006,
I would be honored to serve this beautiful park and its members again! I currently am serving my second season on
the Long Range Planning Committee, and have also served 3 years on the Sandy Pines Lakeside Chapel Committee. I
continue to play piano at the chapel whenever needed. I have also offered volunteer time in developing and implementing
a new Performance Evaluation program with our park President, Gene VanKoevering.
I retired from AAA Michigan in 2013, as the Vice President of Michigan Branch Operations. My 40 year career there will allow me to share
my experience with organization, financials, sales, communication skills, strategic planning, facilities and impacting best-in-class customer
service. My core values include integrity, honesty, interpersonal skills and work ethic.
My husband, Scott and I reside at Sandy Pines full time during the summer. We enjoy traveling, bicycling, playing volleyball, reading, our love
for the Lord, our family members and friends.
I believe I have a lot to offer our park. I love Sandy Pines and would be honored to serve on your Board of Directors.
Roger Grinwis, Site N-22
My name is Rog Grinwis, and my wife, Karen and I, have been members
since August, 1992. We live at Lot N-22.
for two years.
I am running for a position on the Board of Directors. I have previously
served on the Board for seven years in the early 2000’s. I have also
served on the Long Range Planning Committee, and served as Chairman
I have been active on the Special Events Committee, the bus trips, Tiger ball games, morning
coffees and potlucks.
The Veteran’s Memorial program has also been part of my service here in the park, for many
years. I have a great love for this park, and believe there is going to be a lot that has to be
done here over the next few years. I would like to be a part in giving our park direction during
the next phase, in the operations of Sandy Pines.
Most of you who know me, understand I will always give my all. If you are so inclined, please
cast your vote for me…your vote will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your consideration.
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Tim Hoffman, K-485
My name is Tim Hoffman. My wife, Annette, and I will be enjoying our 3rd summer at Sandy pines this year. We love our
place and spend the summers here with our 2 kids, Jason age 14, and Heidi age 12. I grew up in the Jenison, MI area
and had heard that Sandy Pines was an amazing place and now we get to experience it for ourselves. We have not been
let down. We really look forward to building memories with our children and hope to enjoy our grand children here as
well in the future. My daughter loves the swimming program, riding her scooter, and meeting all the kids her age. My son
enjoys tennis, remote control cars and being able to drive a golf car independently.
I joined the Marketing Committee last year and have a passion to see Sandy Pines continue to grow and flourish. I believe there are a lot of
challenges, and a lot of opportunities in the years ahead.
I am a business owner with 4 BIGGBY Coffee shops and a 5th on the way. I have been involved in the BIGGBY world for over 8 years. As
well as managing my stores, I have also been the President of our Advertising Coop representing 50 stores, and President of our Franchise
Association. I enjoy people, marketing, and helping to make a difference. I have also served as President of our South Kent Rotary Club.
If elected to serve on the Sandy Pines board I want to bring my business experience and help Sandy Pines be a great place for many
generations to come.
Robert Klein, Site 880
I have been married to Dawn for 27 years and have two sons Greg and Mitch. We became members of Sandy Pines in
2003 and have spent the summers enjoying the park. My current job requires me to travel and when I am not traveling
my position provides me the luxury of working from home. My wife Dawn being a special education teacher and having
the summers off makes for quality family time at Sandy Pines. I love the outdoors which came from my childhood where
my father got me involved in Scouting at an early age with Cub Scouts. I loved my Scouting experience and achieved
the rank of Eagle at the age of 14. I have been active with Scouting most of my life, and it has provided me with great
core values with it’s foundation in service to others.
I attended college at the University of Michigan for my ungraduate in finance and now I am completing post graduate studies in Law at Wayne
State University.
I am currently employed with AT&T where I lead the Midwest Healthcare segment. I have 25 plus years experience in Management, Information
Technology, Communications and Contract Compliance. I have also served on several boards both profit and non-profit, and have chaired
committees while serving these boards. I served as a member of the board of lay ministries for my church, where our focus was on outreach
to our members and the local community.
In the past 12 years I have seen Sandy Pines grow and change with its continued focused of providing a great value to its members. My
family and I have been on the receiving end of the value proposition and now I believe it is my turn to step up and give back to the Sandy
Pines membership. I believe with my many years of leading several large business units, with my education and past board experience; that
I have the right set of skills to provide assistance with ensuring Sandy Pines continued success. I am committed to helping the Sandy Pines
leadership with a plan that is focused on the needs and desires of the members but making sure that it is achieved in a manner that is fiscally
sound.
I am looking forward to having the opportunity to work with the current board and to giving back to Sandy Pines and to you the membership.
I would appreciate your support on Election Day with providing me the ability to serve.
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Kelvin Kronemeyer, Site 362
I am eagerly seeking my second term on Sandy Pines Board of Directors. I am happily married to Ellen for the last 50
years, have three adult married children who have blessed us with 10 wonderful, enjoyable grandchildren. Our children
all have 11 years of childhood memories of Sandy Pines fun as we spent at least two weeks each summer in my parents
place in Phase2 on Fireside trail. Our grandchildren, with the exception of the youngest three are experiencing their ninth
season of summer fun since we became members in January, 2007.
I was born in Jamestown, MI in May of 1941 as the second child and eldest son of Melvin and Margaret who became
members in 1973. I graduated from Grandville High School, Hope College, and Western Theological Seminary. I pastored churches in Clymer,
NY, Westland, MI and Orlando, FL. My other employment as an adult has been school bus & motor coach driver, a family service counselor
with a group of funeral homes and cemeteries. Currently my wife and I clean CC#2 (4th season) during the season and I work during the
winter months as an usher for a company who has the contract for all the city of Orlando Venues which include the Amway Center, The
Citrus Bowl, The new soccer arena, The Bob Carr performing arts center which means I work all Orlando Magic & most Orlando Solar Bears
Hockey games, some Orlando City Soccer& some Orlando Predator Arena Football games, all Citrus Bowl football games and many celebrity
concerts and shows. You may have guessed. We have a winter home in Orlando, FL.
I also volunteer my time as an assistant pastor at our home church. While here at Sandy Pines I volunteer each Thur. morning and work with
our Men’s Volunteer Group serving the maintenance department with many assigned projects.
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Three years ago I believe that God directed
me to be a candidate for the Board. Thank
you for electing me. I feel I have served the
best I can and God has not released me from
this calling and commitment. I have been
Outreach Chairman. Our committee has
initiated our “MEMBER SINCE” sign program
and our “NEW MEMBER WELCOME AND
ORIENTATION ICE CREAM SOCIALS”.
Currently I serve as THE CHAIRMAN OF
THE BOARD.
If elected to a second term, I will consider
it a privilege and honor to serve The Sandy
Pines Membership for the next three years.
I also volunteer my time as a part time pastor
at my church.
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Robert (Bob) Ritsema, Site N-98
SANDY PINES HISTORY - My wife (Cheryl) and I were one of the original owners at Sandy Pines (‘70’s), repurchasing
twice afterward when returning to Michigan in the ‘90’s (K6) and in 2009 (N98). My wife has previously served on the
Sandy Pines Board in 2000’s and I served on the Rules Committee. Presently I am serving on the Finance Committee
of Sandy Pines. Three generations of our Ritsema family have enjoyed Sandy Pines with one daughter and family
becoming owners of their own lot recently and the other two families as Associate Members. Sandy Pines is our “home”
with wonderful memories.
VISION FOR SANDY PINES - Sandy Pines is at a crossroad right now and many critical decisions need to be made that will impact every
present and future owner. After 40+ years the Sandy Pines infrastructure needs attention, new legislation may require increased capital outlay
for upgrading several operating systems in the park, requested improvements by our members need proper consideration, and administrative,
operational efficiency is essential. This will require progressive wisdom and financial accountability to all of our members. Some just want
a place to camp, while others may want a country club atmosphere with all the amenities. Wisdom and fairness must balance the financial
contribution of each accordingly. In summary, I hope to represent every owner according to their needs and expectations, giving them a
listening ear and a voice on the Sandy Pines Board. My email [email protected] is always
available.
EXPERIENCE - I have served for over 40 years on church boards as President/Pastor, on two
other non-profit organizations. For seven years I was Director and Chaplain of Anchor House,
a hospitality center for seafarers out of Port Manatee, Florida in charge of all administrative
and financial responsibilities. I just recently gave up my license as a Michigan Residential
Builder and I built many a deck and three season porch floor system throughout Sandy
Pines in the past. I still retain my Michigan Real Estate License for the near future and am
familiar with current marketing values. I served on the formation committee and initial Home
Owners’ Association Board as Treasurer in Parrish, Florida and currently I am President
of the Central Village Condominiums Association in Holland, MI. In my retirement I hope
to dedicate all my experience and energy to promote, preserve and protect every individual
Sandy Pines Owner’s interest and total enjoyment of Sandy Pines today and into the future.
COMMITMENT - I offer myself to serve all of you to the best of my ability if you would entrust
me with your vote for the privilege of doing so on your behalf on the Sandy Pines Board.
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Candidates for the Board of Directors
Stanley Robbins, Site 723
Board Experience: 8+ years on the Board and past Secretary and Treasurer of the Board.
Committees: Chairmen and/or Board Liaison for the By-Laws and Rules Review Committee’s, Finance Committee, and
Policy Committee.
Education: BA–WMU, MA + 40 hrs–EMU. Other Colleges attended: U of M, MSU, Oakland, and CMU.
Family Status: Widowed 6 years, 2 sons, 6 daughters, 24 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
Work Experience: 31 years teaching, coaching and drivers education. Served on numerous school, district and union committees. Scoutmaster
and Boy Scout Committee member. Served on my Churches Financial and Minister selection committee. Worked for GM in their skilled trade
and engineering offices. Worked for GM on the assembly line. Professional singer. Staff assistant and Assistant Dorm Director at WMU.
I have been a member of Sandy Pines for the past 20 years and for the past 18 years I have been full time (Apr. to Oct.) and then I winter in
Florida. As I began typing this for the footprints I looked back at the past 3 that I wrote in the past 10 years and each one became shorter and
shorter. The first was well over 2 typewritten pages and covered all of the needs that I felt needed to be addressed. Many have been taken
care of but there is still work to be done.
2939 Wilson SW, Grandville, MI
Phone: (616) 249-9504
Hours: Mon– Fri 10-8 Sat 10-7
Remote Control Trucks and parts for Traxxas, Losi, ECX Team Associated,
Kyosho, and others. We carry 100’s of parts and tires. We are an authorized
Traxxas Dealer and participate in the power-up and lifetime electronics
replacement plans.
We also carry R/C boats, drones, helicopters and airplanes, rockets, plastic models, trains, paint and tools.
So with that in mind I am asking for your
support as I run for the Board of Directors
of Sandy Pines. My life has resolved around
my family, my teaching, my church, and my
community and it is with this experience that
I believe that I can best serve the members
of Sandy Pines on the Board of Directors.
Let us work together to make Sandy Pines
a great Family Orientated Park where we can
all spend the summers having a good time
with friends and family.
Mention this ad and get a discount!
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We have more ‘Site for Sale’ listings online at www.sandypines.com.
Please call Kathy (ext. 113) or Grant (ext. 114) at 616-896-8316, for additional information or to schedule an appointment.
For Sale – Site 249: Beautifully furnished
1998 Kropf Park Model with 32 foot custom
Westhouse three season room with heat and
A.C. Updates...too many to list. Sleeps 6.
Large custom garage with new interlocking
tile, Frig, large built in work bench,
abundance of storage, includes 2 EZGO golf
carts. Beautiful custom designed brick scape
patio, fenced with fire pit and wood rack. All
outdoor furniture and grill included. Backs
to lovely green area. Underground sprinklers,
water softener and 2 water filtering systems.
Dues paid for 2015. Move in ready! Asking:
$79,900 O.B.O Call: 734-309-9356 or 313388-7652.
For Sale – Site 287: Phase 1 Sunset
trail, double lot single dues. New in 2012.
Breckenridge perfect cottage. Loft & 1/2.
Jamestown porch, 2012 EZ-Go gas six seat
golf cart. 1995 pontoon. Asking: $104,000
Call: 616.828.2454.
For Sale–Site 418: 2008 Quailridge –
everything included. Beautiful lake view,
excellent condition. Asking: $77,500. Call:
616-498-0239 and ask for Deb.
For Sale – Site 495–Phase 2: 2007 Dutch
Park Signature on beautiful lot on main lake,
Super Rear Loft, 3 Season Porch, Sleeps
8+, AC, Paver Bricks on Patio & Walkways,
Garage, Gas Golf Cart, Underground
Sprinkling, Shore Station Dock, Lake Kayaks
(2), Boat Stake, Move in Ready, Priced at
$169,900. For information call: 616-4606737.
For Sale–Site 532: 1982 32’ Sportsman
travel trailer – newly remodeled. Sleeps eight
w/three sofa sleepers and all other furniture
included. 19” Enclosed TV in bedroom;
10x20 enclosed porch; 10x12 covered porch;
sprinkler system, 10x12 golf cart shed; 6x8
storage building. 2009 EZ-Go Golf Cart w/
roof, windshield, back seat, lights, rear view
mirror, charger and rain cover. Exceptions:
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TV on Porch and in Living Room. Asking:
$27,900. Call: 251-747-5238.
For Sale – Site 658:
Custom 2002
“Signature Series” Dutch Park w/central AC.
Excellent condition on nicely landscaped
lot w/beautiful view of lake. Four bays w/
solid oak cabinets & back loft w/AC. New
shingles, refrigerator & 16 gal hot water
heater. 10’x30’ 3-Season porch w/wall
AC, fully furnished w/new roof, insulated
windows, & carpeting. Custom 2 cart garage
w/2 E-Z-GO golf carts (all new batteries).
Large brick paver patio, Trex decks w/PVC
railings & in-ground sprinklers. Sweetwater
20’ pontoon w/dual axle trailer & boat stake.
Asking: $129,900. Call Gene: 248-349-5263
or (616) 896-8017
For Sale–Site 1139: 1985 Woodland Park
in very good condition. Rubber roof – new,
water heater and carpet. Two bedrooms,
3-season room, two barns – three lots! One
golf cart, cell phone tower, close to CC, large
deck and patio area. Move In Ready! Asking:
$56,000. Call: 863-448-2148.
porch, wooden shed and boat dock. Asking:
$29,000 O.B.O. Call: 787-299-8974 or 616805-4163.
For Sale–Site N-80: 1992 Qualridge by
Cobra Park Model Mobile Home w/ Central
heat and air conditioning — just down from
the RC car course. In very good condition–
includes a 10’ enclosed porch, 12’ x 14’ shed
(can hold two golf carts) built in 2014, fire
pit, Weber charcoal grill, one golf cart, large
picnic table and partially furnished interior.
One bedroom in rear w/queen size bed and
bunk beds in the front (note: bunks could
be removed, but will sell with unit). Great
location close to the phase 4 CC (i.e., bath
house) with a deep lot and wooded green
space in the rear. Window air unit and a gas
heater on porch. Asking: $44,500 or BO.
Please call 309-339-5709 if interested — NO
Text messages please.
For Sale–Site 1141: 1999–Coachman 36ft
Trailer with 3 slide outs, 14 x 17 wood deck,
10 x 14 Amish garage, 7 x 7 shed, 2004 E-ZGo Golf Cart with back seat, wood picnic
table. Asking: $28,500 – Call: 616-520-1139.
For Sale–Site 1181 – Phase 3: Also own
Sites 1180 and 1182. Three lots, one dues.
2004 38’ Adventure Winnebago Motor Home
w/2 slides, 26,000 miles. 6x8 shed and deck,
Golf cart, wooden swing and extras. Will sell
separately, if interested. Asking $87,000 for
all or $60,000, for the Motor Home, $2,500
for the Golf Cart and $40,000 for the lots.
Call: 616-363-3620 (home) or 616-901-2690
(cell).
For Sale–Site 1356: 1982 travel trailer
across from the lake. Close to CC and
Outdoor Pool in Phase 3. It has a connected
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Please call Kathy (ext. 113) or Grant (ext. 114) at 616-896-8316, for additional information or to schedule an appointment.
For Sale from Site N-310: Shed 6x8 –
asking $150 or best offer. Call: 616-915-6217.
more! SkyMed reps: Linda and Andy. Call:
616-610-7299 for more information.
For Sale from Site N-350: 1986 Full slideout Woodland Park Model and Porch. Front
kitchen, middle bedroom, rear bunks with
28’ brown porch. Asking: $12,000. Come
and see it. Call John at 616-896-9371.
For Sale from Site N-445: 8’X8’ Utility
Shed includes work bench and shelves. Very
nice condition. Newer shingles. Asking: $400
OBO. Also available free Cart Tent Phone.
Call: 616-566-0638.
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For Sale from Site N-361: 1995 20’
Manitou Pontoon with 60hp Mariner motor–
rebuilt in 2014. Runs great! Asking $4,600–
OBO. Call 616-836-8218 or email ray.
[email protected].
[email protected]
For Sale–Site N-384–Phase 4: Large Site
“Turn Key” 2000 Dutch Park, A/C. Queen
Master suite. Gas stove, micro, full fridge,
gorgeous oak cabinets. Queen sofa bed
LR. A/C porch 10x25 all season, screened,
carpeted, blinds. Large 12x18 “Amish”
garage, lots of storage room, loft. 2004
EZGO “Lifted” 4 seat gas golf cart. Stone
Driveway, brick flower bed, sidewalk & patio,
portable fire kettle, patio set w umbrella, gas
grill. Centrally located to indoor pool, soccer
field, Splash Park, beach, adult center, golf,
& cc NO GRASS TO MOW! All dues paid
for 2015. Asking $62,900 OBO. For more
information call Doris 734-679-9086 or Frank
248-345-0176.
Existing SkyMed Members at Site
N-404: We would like to have a meeting
for existing SkyMed members. It would be
beneficial to review your benefits and learn
about SkyMed updates. Please contact your
Sandy Pines SkyMed reps: Linda and Andy.
Call: 616-610-7299 for more information.
SkyMed Info at Site N-404: If you are
critically injured or become ill while in any
of the 32 countries in North America, you
can be returned to your local hospital, the
doctors that you know, and within your
network insurance coverage…plus much
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For Sale–Site N-455 Phase 4: Price
reduced! Quail Ridge Park Model with
central air in excellent condition, new roof
in 2010, 32’x10’ 3-season porch with air,
22’x10’ deck, 11’x14’ 2 stall golf cart garage,
8’x6’ storage shed, large patio with firepit, 2
electric golf carts (1- with a rear bench seat,
1 -2 person), boat stake, shared boat dock,
water view of Sail Boat Cove. Located close
to waterpark, beach, indoor pool, ropes
course, Adult Rec Center, and Convenience
Center. 2015 dues paid. Asking: $56,500.
Call 616-662-5469 or cell 616-250-3838.
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For Sale – Site N-497: Lakefront – lot, home
and garage. Looking for a deluxe summer
home? We have it! 2010 custom designed
Trophy Park model w/adjoining custom
Jamestown porches, 1186 total living area.
Open floor plan, large 12 x 30 lakefront view
living room. Three ton air conditioner, Miller
90+ efficiency conventional furnace. Wilson
Cell Phone Booster, signal for a small home
2500 ft. We get between 3-5 bars! Move
in ready completely furnished. Need only
food and clothing! Must pay asking price of
$169,900, in order to have 2006 Sylvan 22½’
Pontoon w/100 hours on Mercury Big Foot
motor included. (Pontoon only will be for sale
after home/lot sells). Stop by and pick up
complete information from roadside mailbox.
Call Al & Nancee Jelsema: 616-450-8586
for viewing appointment. E-mail Njelsema@
gmail.com for complete information and
photos sent to you via e-mail. Asking:
$169,900.
For Sale–Site K-19 – Phase 5: Great
location, Lakefront lot, no wake zone on
Sailboat Cove, across from the Water Park.
1989 Canterbury Park Model with 3 full
sized beds and a 3-season porch. Furniture
included, ready to move in…a must see.
18’ Sweetwater Pontoon Boat w/cover and
awning. Hummingbird fish and depth finder,
boat stake and shared dock in front. Electric
Club Car Golf Cart w/charger.10x16 steel
shed with workbench and tools. Fireplace
and firewood rack. New Price – Asking:
$95,000! Call: 419-382-6559.
For Sale – Site K-228: Get it all for a great
price!! 26 Ft. – 1999 Fleetwood Prowler. One
bedroom, but sleeps 6. Full kitchen, bath/
shower, central air and heat, attached pull
out awning for outside shade + trailer tower
stabilizer. Tool shed, Gas Golf Cart with vinyl
cover and shed. 100’ lot with water and
electric hook up, also, includes lawn mower
and charcoal BBQ grill. Asking $18,000 –
Priced to sell! MUST SEE! Please contact
Milous West at 313-861-8003.
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For Sale – Site K-256: 2003 Tahoe with
Jamestown 3-season porch with heat and
air. Fully furnished with large master bedroom.
Includes 11 X 18 golf cart garage with opener,
fully finished with pegboard walls, vinyl floor,
cabinets and workbench. EZ-Go electric golf
cart and bbq grill included. 2015 Dues are
paid. Close to CC, low maintenance–move
in ready. Asking $59,900. Call 260-627-6274
or 260-341-4104.
For Sale – Site K-316, Phase
5: WATERFRONT 1997 Canterbury trailer
with boat stake & dock. Glassed in porch,
pavers front and back, 2 golf carts & cart
shelter, tool shed. 1 bedroom with queen bed
& 2 sleeper sofas, central air & heat, 3 ceiling
fans, 3 TVs, microwave, coffee maker. Move
in ready. Must see. Asking $115,900. (517)
272-7810.
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Please call Kathy (ext. 113) or Grant (ext. 114) at 616-896-8316, for additional information or to schedule an appointment.
For Sale – Site K-323: Lakefront lot
with boat stake. Trophy 35’ Park Model,
3-Season enclosed porch, Front Deck and
Patio, Gas Golf Cart, 2 Place Golf Cart
Enclosure, Paddle Boat, 8’ x 10’ shed and
Fire pit. Asking: $110,000. Call: 517-6515031 or 517- 243-1949.
For Sale – Site-K-387: 2001 Trophy,
Lakeview. Queen fold down sofa on the
porch, full size fold down in living room,
electronic ignition for water heater, roller
shades on porch. 8x8 shed and golf cart
shelter with two golf carts, 2009; new
porch, roof, residential sky-lite, shingles
are 25 year 2/copper for mold, new railing.
New batteries (2015) for the green cart.
Boat stake available w/access to the lake.
Asking: $67,900. Call: 616-644-3735 for
appointment.
For Sale – Site K-465: Quailridge in very
good condition with a view of the lake. One
bedroom. Very clean with newer carpet,
vinyl floors and roof. A large brick paved
patio with built in firepit. Electric golf cart
included. A must see! Asking $49,900. Call
Sandy Pines Sales Office at 616-862-5971
or 734-320-2650.
For Sale – Site D-27: Dutch Park Model,
one bedroom with 3-season porch. Sleeps
eight comfortably. Boat stake, dock, 20’
pontoon, two EZ Go Gas Golf Carts, New
laminate wood floor, new patio beach side
and garage. 2015 Dues are paid. Must
see to appreciate – move in ready. Asking:
$122,000. Call: 269-806-8367.
For Sale–Site D-57: 2007 Kropf Island
Series with double loft. Installed in 2008.
Fully insulated Jamestown Patio porch with
custom blinds and central air throughout.
Boat stake located right in front of the
site with a roll in dock. The 200 sq. ft.
storage building, large deck with canopy,
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brick walkways, and large patio were all
completed in the last couple of years. Great
view overlooking the lake and sandy beach.
Two golf carts included. Located close to
the water park and convenience center.
Plenty of parking. Excellent condition. More
details at site. Price Reduced: $134,900.
Offers will be considered. Call: 616-3402475.
For Sale–Site D-78:: 2011 Trophy, Double
loft/Super loft, 3 queen-size sofa beds, RO
water filter system, AC in loft, boat stake,
paddle boat, 2-cart garage with workbench
& overhead storage, 2008 EZGo cart.
Awesome lake view w/ shaded front yard &
sandy beach. Asking: $129,500. Call: 734751-3586.
If you would like to place a
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or call 616-896-8315 (ext.
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Condo For Sale: 2812 Sandy Pines Dr.
New 1,226 sq. ft. ranch condo. Main Floor
has open floor plan with kitchen, island,
a work station, dinette, great room with
fireplace, 4 season sunroom with deck,
master bedroom, walk-in closet, main
bath, and main floor laundry. Lower level
is finished through drywall with a 2nd
bedroom, bath, and family room. Extra
deep two stall attached garage for your golf
cart. All this for $190,000. Please call Linda
Hall @ 616-292-4848
Condo For Sale: 2809 Creekside Ct. New
2,188 sq. ft. ranch condo. Main floor has
open floor plan with kitchen, pantry, dinette
with bay window, great room with fireplace,
4 season sunroom with deck, master
bedroom with private bath and walkin
closet, 1/2 bath, laundry and study. Lower
level is completed with bedroom, bath, and
family room. Extra deep 2 stall attached
garage for you golf car. All this for $210,000.
Please call Linda Hall @ 616-292-4848.
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