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area directors - Lake Sherwood
Fall 2014
Lake Sherwood
Fall 2014
Association
ASSOCIATION INC.
P.O. Box 63 Milford, MI 48381
Table Contents
Of
Board & Committee Reports
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38
42
Brad Hynes
Paul MacDonald
Linda Gepper
Harry Tucker
Ken Younker
President’s Report
Treasurer’s Report
A-Lot
View from the Boat Ramp
Watersports Club
Community Interest
15-16
17
19
25
31
43
49
Social Activities
22
23
47
In Every Issue
11
28
32 & 36
34 & 39
LSA 2015 Ballot
General Meeting
Waste Disposal
Snow Season
Stash Your Trash/Parking & Storing
Tracy Golles
Fall Check List
Date
Re-Vamp the Ramp
Gloria Hughes
Music on the Lake
Children’s Halloween Party
Social Events
Photos
Date
LSA Reference Guide
LSA Good Guys
LSA Community News
LSA Bulletin Board
Officers, Area Reps, Communication
Referral Services, Names and Numbers
Congratulations
For Sale, For Rent, Business Services, Wanted
LSA Dates to Remember
General Membership Meeting
Annual Adult Holiday Party
2013 Outdoor Lighting Contest
December 14th, 8pm
December 19th, 7:30pm
LSA Forms & Procedures (found at the Lake Sherwood website)
October 22, 2014—Wednesday 7:30 PM
Oak Valley Middle School – LGI Room
AGENDA
Election of 2015 Officers and 2015 Area Reps
Budget Review and Approval
Reports: Kendal Park Update, New Ski Club
Guest speaker: Commerce Twp Supervisor Tom Zoner
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Fall 2014
PresidentsReport
Brad Hynes
Lake Sherwood View
PO Box 63, Milford MI 48381
Corresponding Secretary:
Carol Kates
[email protected]
View Editor:
Linda Tucker,
[email protected]
Asst Editor:
Gloria Hughes,
[email protected]
Ad Editor:
Jane Cutler,
[email protected]
Bulletin Board Editor:
Martha Klemmer,
[email protected]
Photo Editor:
Joe Slenzak,
[email protected]
Mailing Editor:
Sharon Sarkisian,
[email protected]
Web Manager:
Julia Kondoff,
[email protected]
Publisher:
Allegra in Highland
1100 S. Milford Rd
Highland MI 48357
248-887-2400
Publishing Deadlines:
March 1, 2014
June 1, 2014
Sept 1, 2014
Dec 1, 2014
These deadlines are dates
when articles go to printer;
all submission must be
sent to View editors
before these dates.
By the time you read this report Labor
Day has passed and summer is drawing
to a close. Thinking back, I can’t help
but wonder where the summer went. It
appears to me this was the summer that
never really was. Hardly any hours
were put on the boat, the Jet skis or the
paddleboards and the Hobie Cat never left
the dock.
Enough of that, the times we were able to
spend on the lake was very enjoyable and
I must say Kudos to our lake weed control
staff of Linda Tucker and Lynn Leipold
for what I believe was the best lake quality
since we have been here and that goes back
to 1998. The weeds were at all-time lows
and the clarity was exceptional. Thank you
again.
We had our Board of Directors budget
meeting in late August and things are
looking very good for 2015. For our large
expense items (lawn care, lake treatment,
etc.), we are in year 2 of 3 of our contracts
and look forward to next year and working
on new 3 year deals with our vendors.
Several projects were completed this year
and we still have a few left to do on the
Islands with some sinkhole repair as well
as some cap board replacement which by
this time should be completed. There is
good news on the Kendall Park Project as
we have a completion date scheduled for
October 1, 2014, with a potential grand
opening slated to coincide with this year’s
Halloween party. The boat launch remodel
project is still in the suggested design
stages and in process of architectural
renderings to be presented later in the year
to the general membership. You will also
find a proposal for a water ski course and
the formation of a Lake Sherwood ski club
that is being proposed by one of our own
avid skiers.
We have had quite an increase in both
anonymous and direct complaints
regarding potential deed restriction and
Bylaw violations. These are mostly in the
area concerning trailer storage, trash can
storage, parking of commercial vehicles
and other items being stored or located on
residential property within LSA. Inside
this newsletter you will find an article
written by Kathy Sawicki that reiterates
the deed restrictions and Bylaws governing
these items. I encourage all of you to
read it and familiarize yourself with the
rules. Please keep in mind these rules are
to keep the neighborhood looking good
while maintaining property values through
a tidy appearance. We should all be proud
to drive through the sub and see wellmanicured and properly maintained homes
as well as properly indoor stored items
such as trailers, campers, motor homes,
commercial vehicles, etc.
At the budget meeting it was also brought
up that early on we had 33 residents
delinquent on their dues one year and
more. LSA sent letters to all and we still
have 15 residents that have not paid for
one year and more. I would encourage
everyone to please pay your dues on time.
As you are aware, the dues pay the bills
and without them we cannot operate. It
is due to our many volunteers and their
countless hours of work that help keep our
dues at the low rate being charged.
I look forward to seeing all of you at the
general membership meeting in October
and, as always, please don’t hesitate to call
or email with any questions you may have.
Brad Hynes
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Reference Guide
OFFICERS
President
Brad Hynes
Vice-President
Treasurer
Membership
Greg Woelfel
Paul MacDonald
Sharon Sarkisian
Lake Access
Harry Tucker
Recording Sec.
Cheryl Miller
CorrespondingSec.
Carol Kates
VIEW Editor
Linda Tucker
VIEW Advertising Jane Cutler
Email Manager
Martha Klemmer
Webmaster
Julia Kondoff
Past President
Harry Tucker
AREA DIRECTORS
676-9137
894-1500 Committees
685-9736 Lake Care Dir
Linda Tucker
684-5179 Aquatic Weed
Lynne Leipold
685-3547
Leslie Thomas
684-0856
Steve O'Leary
685-7765 Water Quality
Jim Boggs
685-3547 Fish Mgmt
Dan Devine
714-5407 Dam
Glenn Hoeft
685-8204 Dam asst.
Tom Hockthanner
685-1917
685-3547
277-2827
714-5478
698-8553
676-8964
685-2971
613-7164
634-673-9645
685-3547 Beautification
Cathy Brush
685-0147
(Landscaping; Waterfowl Control)
Area 1:
Steve Biebel
676-0528 Maintenance
Kathy Sawicki
685-7056
Area 2:
Gloria Hughes
685-0631
(tree trimming, fence repair)
Area 3:
Cathy Brush
685-0147 Maintenance
Sandy Weber
685-8471
Area 4:
Brian Hollis
586-436-2565
(lawn cutting, pontoon, buoys)
Area 5:
Lori Karlow
685-3077 Well
Peter Allen
685-9445
Area 6:
Dan Gitre
685-7515
Area 7:
Bev Ziegler
684-2296 Social
Gloria Hughes
685-0631
Area 8:
Tony Adams
684-0047
(social events, island permits, fireworks)
Area 9:
Craig Lundin
721-1183 Welcoming
Kathy Petlicke
714-5304
Area 10:
Traci Golles
685-3873
Area 11:
Steve O’Leary
698-8553
Names in bold are BOD voting positions
Access Lots Slip Captains
Administration Support
Twp Liaison
Legal Advisor
Architectural
Rules & Regs
Lake Safety
Boat Ramp
Contract Manager
Volunteer Coord.
Kathy Sawicki
Tom Hughes
Andy Sarkisian
Kathy Sawicki
Dan Gitre
Andy Sarkisian
Tom Hughes
Kathy Sawicki
Craig Lundin
Harry Tucker
Jack Kline
Phyllis Tracey
Lori Karlow
685-7056
685-0631
684-5179
685-7056
685-7515
684-5179
685-0631
685-7056
721-1183
685-3547
684-2212
747-0142
685-3077
Director
Manager
Commerce-8
Driftwood-32
Leafwood-6
Ledgewood-40
Paul MacDonald
Linda Gepper
Scott Caradonna
Jim Coleman
Aaron McDonald
Rick/Kathy Sawicki
Gary Woodington
Pikewood N.-6 Dennis Moore
Pikewood S.-11 Dennis Moore
Raftwood-4
Tom Blaine
RavinewoodE-7 Paul MacDonald
RavinewoodW-12 Tom Butler
Starwood-3
Dave Schave
Wavewood-24 Tom Blaine
685-9736
787-6298
242-5377
685-0227
320-4701
685-7056
684-0408
685-0736
685-0736
313-215-6986
685-9736
318-9688
685-7567
313-215-6986
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Treasurer’sReport
Paul MacDonald
Lake Sherwood Association, Inc.
2014 Forecasted Results vs Budget
and 2015 Proposed Budget
2014 Forecasted Results vs Budget and 2015 Proposed Budget
Positive
2015
2014
8/26/14
(Negative)
Proposed
Budget *
Forecast
Variance
Budget **
Revenues:
Current Year Dues
Prior Year Dues
Advertising for VIEW
Slip Fees & boat ramp revenue
Interest Income
Miscellaneous
Total Revenues
$174,300
$175,318
$1,018
$1,260
$4,380
3,120
$175,725
$1,260
$12,000
$12,010
10
$12,000
$20
$5
(15)
$20
$660
$711
51
$650
0
0
0
0
$188,240
$192,424
$4,184
$189,655
84,880
$18,620
Expenses:
Lake Committees - Weed Control
$
103,500
$
$
103,500
Lake Committees - Other
27,835
30,396
(2,561)
18,135
Ongoing Grounds Maintenance
19,650
22,549
(2,899)
27,950
6,500
4,622
1,878
5,600
Kendall Park Project
65,000
60,000
5,000
Newsletter/Communication Costs
13,796
15,197
(1,401)
15,798
Fireworks
Beautification Committee
0
12,150
12,250
(100)
13,650
Social
1,750
1,829
(79)
1,850
Insurance
5,450
5,450
0
5,450
Legal Costs
1,500
1,558
(58)
0
Dock Expense (Ramp & Islands)
1,700
4,602
(2,902)
1,700
Utilities - Street Lights
(1,613)
2,634
2,150
3,763
Deed Recording & Fees
150
42
108
150
Billing/Collection
535
350
185
535
Pontoon expenses
600
674
(74)
Storage Unit Rental
Supplies/Misc
720
250
702
200
18
50
702
960
$263,236
$249,063
$14,172
$199,614
($74,996)
($56,640)
$18,356
Total Expenses
Net Income (Loss)
1,000
($9,959)
NOTE: * The 2014 Budget has been updated to include the Kendall Park Project which was approved at $65,000 out of savings.
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We have collected $4,138 more Dues than budgeted, and we are under budget in weed control by over $18,000.
Certain areas are over budget, but there were some expenses that were necessary for safety and overall appearance reasons.
** 2015 Budget Notes:
-
Similar to previous years, the 2015 Budget column shows a Budgeted Loss. The Board tries to anticipate all ongoing and new project
costs when preparing the budget, and the good news is that historically, we have come in below these budgeted expenses.
However, IF EVERY LSA member paid their Dues we would basically break even. PLEASE pay your dues early in 2015!
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Even with this budgeted loss, the Board feels we can support this shortfall with Savings if we do spend the full budgeted amount.
With that said, we recommend keeping the Dues at the same amount as last year - $285 per lot. Dues have NOT increased
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As can be seen by the 2014 forecast vs. 2014 budget (a POSITIVE variance of about $18,000), the Board will not spend LSA
for the 13 previous years, and we feel we can still provide the same quality service as in the past, as well as some new items.
money unless it is warranted. Thank you to the Board and Committee Heads for their conscientious efforts to control costs.
NEW PROJECTS: Major improvements in Kendall Park are under way, and we are anticipating great results... within budget!
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The Boat Ramp Project was budgeted for the 2014 year, but the committee hasn't yet finalized plans. We will reserve the funds
budgeted for this project and carry them over for work completion between now and 2015.
If you have any questions, they can be answered at the upcoming General Membership meeting, or you can call me.
Paul MacDonald - LSA Treasurer
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Lake Sherwood 2015 Ballot
Vote for no more than one for each office
President: Chairs all meetings, ensures that the will of the residents is carried out.
Brad Hynes
Or __________________________________
Vice president: Schedules meetings for year, Key Grip to all LSA assets, fills in for
president as needed.
Greg Woelfel
Or __________________________________
Recording Secretary: Recording correspondence, board and general membership
meetings minutes, keeps files on all recorded info.
Cheryl Miller
Or _________________________________
Corresponding Secretary: Outgoing correspondence, newsletter, emails, website.
Carol Kates
Or ___________________________________
Treasurer: Handles receipt, distribution of funds and quarterly financial reports.
Paul MacDonald
Or ________________________________
Area Reps: Elected for a 2-year term. Manages the property and lawful business by attending board
meetings and voting on issues presented. Area Reps usually oversee one or more committees.
Area #1
Steve Biebel
Or __________________________________
Area #3:
Cathy Brush
Or __________________________________
Area #5:
Kathy Sawicki
Or __________________________________
Area #7:
Bev Ziegler
Or __________________________________
Area #9:
Craig Lundin
Or ___________________________________
Area #11:
Steve O’Leary
Or ___________________________________
To use and submit a Proxy sheet see next page
For proposed 2015 Budget description see previous page
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Fall 2014
General Membership
Meeting
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October 22, 2014
Wednesday, 7:30 PM
Oak Valley Middle School - LGI Room
AGENDA
Election of 2015 Officers & 2015 Area Reps
Budget Review and Approval
Reports: Kendal Park Update, New Ski Club
Guest speaker: Commerce Twp Supervisor Tom Zoner
MAKE YOUR MEMBERSHIP VOTE COUNT!
The Board of Lake Sherwood Association welcomes your attendance at all meetings of LSA members to vote
for business matters covered at the meetings. A notice of each general membership meeting will be published in
The View, and notice for any special meeting of the membership will be mailed to you before the meeting. Whether
or not you plan to attend these meetings, we encourage you to take advantage of the proxy as a convenient way to cast
your membership vote.
If you wish to vote by proxy, use one of the two voting methods outlined below to cast your ballot. NOTE: You may
revoke your proxy at any time by submitting another proxy that is signed on a later date, or by voting in person at a
meeting of LSA members.
VOTE BY U.S. MAIL
Complete and sign the Proxy form that appears on the next page, and insert it in an envelope with your name and return address in the upper left corner. Send it by First Class U.S. Mail to:
Lake Sherwood Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 63
Milford MI 48381
Attn: Proxy Vote
VOTE BY PERSONAL DELIVERY TO YOUR AREA REPRESENTATIVE
Complete and sign the Proxy form that appears on the next page, and insert it in a sealed envelope labeled “LSA
Proxy Vote,” with your name and return address in the upper left corner. Deliver the sealed envelope in person to
your LSA Area Representative. Your LSA Area Representative will deliver it to the LSA Corresponding Secretary,
who will record and file your Proxy in LSA’s membership records.
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Social Events
Gloria Hughes
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Fishing Tournament
The Fishing Tournament results will appear in the
December issue as this event takes place after the
deadline.
Children’s Halloween Party
Parents and grandparents, please mark your calendar
for 2 pm on Sunday, October 19 for the annual
LSA Children’s Halloween Party in Kendall Park
(Ledgewood at Stumpwood). This much anticipated
event, from 2 to 4 pm, will feature games with prizes
and conclude with a costume parade. Once again
directing this event is Beth Powers of Leafwood
Court. Volunteers are needed. Please contact Beth at
(248) 302-1875 or email her at bethpowers@yahoo.
com. There is a rain date scheduled for Sunday,
October 26. Many thanks to ReMax Classic Realtor
Susan McFarland for generously sponsoring this
event. All residents are encouraged to attend the
Grand Opening of the newly revamped Kendall Park
at 1:30 pm on Sunday, October 19, prior to the start of
the Halloween Party. Visit the new play structure and
the picnic pavilion.
LSA Adult Holiday Party-cancelled
Outdoor Holiday Lighting Contest
While we agree that his event is months away,
we need to remember that last year’s tremendous
snowstorms prevented many residents from finalizing
their outdoor light display. This year judges will
scout the neighborhood for first, second and thirdplace winners between the hours of 7 to 10 pm, on
Thursday, December 18. Gift baskets and temporary
lawn ornamentation will be awarded before 11 pm on
that evening.
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Fall 2014
UPDATE:
Adult Island Party
This year the Adult Island Party in August featured a
disc jockey. The event was attended by approximately
320 and the lucky winner of the 50-50 ticket holder
took home $220. A big thanks to Dave and Katie
Katzman of Windwood Court for organizing this event.
Music on the Lake (Fourth of July weekend). While
enjoying the easy listening sounds of LSA resident
Tom Zakarian and his band Memory Loss, the
audience of listeners floated or moored their boat and
turned the main lake into an aquatic playground filled
with many spectacular inflatables. Kicking off the
second session was LSA resident and middle schooler
Melody Kondoff, whose patriotic song brought loud
cheers throughout the lake. This event would not take
place without the generous sponsorship from Milford
House Grill/Perriez Take-Out. Should you dine in
the restaurant, be sure to spread of word of “thanks”!
Night of Lights Boat Parade (Fourth of July weekend)
Unanimously Lake Sherwood viewers of the 2014
Night of Lights Boat Parade raved this year to be the
most spectacular! With over 22 boats, many featured
multicolored LED lights. The attention to detail was
outstanding! Thanks to all who participated in making
this such a beautiful event. Important to note: Many
positive calls were received from viewers who were
thrilled that the leader of the boat parade chose to
tour the bays throughout Lake Sherwood.
Fourth of July Firework Display
Another successful firework display was enjoyed by
residents on Friday, July 4th. Thanks to all boaters
who followed the set back provisions.
July 4th weekend’s LSA
2014 Music on the Lake
featured live music from
Tom Zakarian’s band
Memory Loss with an
added feature of a patriotic
selection by Melody Kondoff.
This event was sponsored by
Milford Grill/Perriez takeout.
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Snow Season
During excessive snow the LSA board reminds
Lake Sherwood residents to contact the
Oakland County Road Commission to request
removal in the event of a snow emergency.
Call the OCRC at (877) 858-4804 (between
7:30am-4:15pm) (248) 858-4895 (after hours).
Food for thought: the squeaky wheel gets
oiled. When the snow accumulates to 5 inches,
the first 20 feet at each sign entrance will be
plowed by a private contractor.
Hole in
ONE
At the Lake Sherwood
Tuesday Duffers Golf Scramble,
Linda Kinnan of Sandbar Ct. made a
HOLE in ONE
on the 2nd hole at Beacon Hill Golf Course
Tuesday, Sept 2nd.
Team’s foursome pictured on the right—Lynn Baginski. Linda Kinnan (holding ball), Marilyn Abray and Kathy Sawicki.
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Type of
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Guys
Complete Good Guys List on the
Lake Sherwood website
www.lake.sherwood.org
Business Name
Phone
Recommended
by
Comments
Carpet Cleaning
Element Restoration
Brandon Charlick
248-330-9026
Jacki and
Gordon Smith,
Driftwood
Tree Cutting
-Trimming
Tree Corporation
116 S Milford Rd, Highland
Township, MI 48357
248-889-0362
Karen Adams,
Ravinewood
He was awesome, courteous,
professional, punctual and
reasonable. We highly recommend
him.
Carpet Cleaning
Sheridan’s Clean Care
2670 E. Wardlow Road, Highland
MI 48356
248-887-9666
Rosinski,
Ledgewood
Boat Hoist
Moving
H2O Hoist
Frank Livingston
248-660-4194
Linda Gepper,
Triwood
Dock & Hoist
Installation/
Removal/Repair
Wolverine Marine
248-579-3972
Ask for Jason
Pianko
Kathy & Rick
Sawicki,
Ledgewood
Ct. W
Pest Control
A-1 Bee Specialists
W. Bloomfield
Dee Walton
248-467-4849
Furmanek,
Ravinewood
Docks
Dennis’s Docks
248-431-8155
Linda Gepper,
Triwood
Excellent work and reliable!
DecksRemodeling-New
& Resurfacing
CATALYST Building Group Dave 704-685-1793
Kates - Owner
Craig and
Debby
Droncheff,
Ravinewood
Ct. W
Outstanding work – excellent
quality at competitive prices. We
are so pleased with Dave that we
are having him continue additional
projects.
They were extremely reasonable
cutting down, grinding the stump
of a very tall tree. Did a great job.
Steve was great. Super responsive
with returning calls, seemed
reasonably priced and really
friendly.
Spring inst. & fall removal. Efficient, honest.
Jason did a fantastic job of replacing the snapped lift cable on our
boat. Quick response to our call &
out the next day. Quality work at a
very reasonable price.
I called 8 different pest control
companies & they were the only
company that returned my call.
They came out the same day,
very courteous, professional &
took care of our bee problem
within 45 min.
If you have problems contacting a business listed below, please contact [email protected], so the accuracy of the listing can be verified
Want to know about companies recommended by your neighbors? We are compiling a list. New names each issue. Complete list on the web: www.lake-sherwood.org.
Want to make a recommendation? Just email [email protected] with the name of the contractor (business), their phone number, your name and street.
Multiple recommendations for the same business are accepted.
To make our lawyers happy we have to print the following disclaimer: “The companies on this list have performed work for the Lakes Sherwood resident(s) indicated. Lake
Sherwood Association does not recommend or endorse the products or services of any company so listed, and each resident is solely responsible for selecting the company that the
resident believes is most qualified for that resident’s unique needs and circumstances. This list is published solely for the information and convenience of Lake Sherwood
residents, and LAKE SHERWOOD ASSOCIATION MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING THE LISTED COMPANIES, THEIR PRODUCTS, OR SERVICES.”
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STASH YOUR TRASH!
Store enclosed and
hidden from view
A number of members are storing the brown, wheeled
Republic Waste dumpsters and other trash containers
outside in view of the street and/or their neighbors’
property.
Lake Sherwood’s Deed Restrictions require outdoor
trash cans and other garbage collection containers to be
stored so that they are “enclosed and hidden from
view.” (See Section 6 of the Deed Restrictions.)
Please be considerate of your neighbors and respect the
Association’s rules. Store your Republic trash
containers (and any other trash containers, such as
garden waste bags and cans) in your garage or behind a
hedge, shrubs or other LSA permitted enclosure where
they will be hidden from view between trash collection
days.
Also, remember that Commerce Township requires you
to remove and store your trash containers promptly on
trash collection day after they have been emptied.
All members are expected to comply with the standards
in LSA’s Bylaws and Deed Restrictions. Adherence to
our Bylaws and Deed Restrictions is vital to maintaining
property values for all Lake Sherwood members.
Parking & Storing Trailers and Vehicles
There has been a definite uptick in complaints about members improperly storing trailers,
commercial vehicles, and cars compared to prior years. Our bylaws are clear that boat
and snowmobile trailers are to be stored in compliance with current township rules and
regulations, and RV’s, campers, travel trailers and all other trailers are to be stored /
housed within a garage (see Bylaw Section 10.05, b.). Commercial vehicles owned by
members must also be stored/housed within a garage, pursuant to Deed Restriction
Section 2.d. Lake Sherwood Association does not permit any commercial vehicle,
RV, travel trailer or other type of trailer to be stored outside of a garage—boat and
snowmobile trailers are the only exceptions to this rule!
Of course, most residents do not have the current township rules at their fingertips.
Zoning Ordinance Section 3.000, governing storage of boats, trailers, automobiles, etc.,
can be found at www.commercetwp.com at the bottom of the “Quick Links” located on the
left side of the home page. In a nutshell, under the township rules, a boat is allowed to be
stored on a trailer in your driveway from May 1, to October 31. If your boat is not on the
trailer, the trailer should be stored in your side yard or back yard. If you are a lake or
waterfront property, they are to be stored on the side yard. Snowmobile trailers should
be stored the same as boat trailers without boats. Automobiles stored in your driveway
must be currently registered, operating and in regular use. That’s it, fairly simple.
Go to www.lake-sherwood.org and click on the Bylaws and Deed Restrictions tabs on the
Home page to review Section 10.05, b of the bylaws and Section 2.d of the deed
restrictions.
Please, be a good neighbor and a good citizen. Follow the rules when you store your
trailers and vehicles.
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Cheers:
Over the Fence
Prateep and Andrea
Ghose of Winewood
Lane and their children
chose the Fourth of
July for their friends
and family reunion and
celebrated a milestone
birthday for Andrea as well. John and Neena Ghose
traveled from Atlanta, GA with children Rohan and
Talia; Rani and Sherin Elwy drove from Wellesley,
MA with children Lucy, Benjamin and Charlotte; and
Dave and Carrie Ghose arrived from Columbus, OH
with children Adam and Mala. Coming from Fishers,
This brief note of gratitude is extended to Triwood
IN were Andrea’s brother, Patrick Tynan, sister-inresident Linda Gepper for her outstanding weekly
volunteer effort. Each week, Linda wraps the overfilled law Linda, and niece and nephew Kelli and Bradley.
Andrea’s cousin, Nancy Tynan McKenzie, from Paw
garbage receptacle at the Driftwood A-lot/beach and
Paw, MI traveled to Commerce with husband Tom
pulls it to the curb the evening before garbage day.
for the reunion with cousins Mike, Tim, Jeff, and
Each week, she also replaces the plastic bag. After all
Patrick Tynan and their families. The highlight for the
these years, we thought it was the lawn maintenance
bundling up the garbage. Thanks Linda for making the grandchildren was an octopus moon bounce!
Driftwood A-lot/beach more appealing!
I’d like to start a book
Tom & Gloria Hughes
discussion group. If you
are interested, please call or
email me, Karen Adams at
248-676-0547,
Laura and Barney Olesko of Driftwood happily
[email protected]
announce the marriage
of their daughter, Jackie,
Community Sharing
to Alex Cavanaugh on
As active members of Community Sharing,
July 12th at the Westin
Denise and Lyle Tyler would like to share
Book Cadillac downtown. some upcoming happenings with The View
Jackie is a graduate of
readership. The bi-annual garage sale will be held Sept.
Lakeland, MSU, and
17-20. If you have items to contribute, call 248-889Oakland University. Alex
0347. The ever popular holiday tea (Chari-Tea) will be
graduated from MSU and
held in our own neighborhood on Dec. 6. A unique and
the University of Detroit
fun activity to help fund the food pantry at Community
Law School. The couple honeymooned in Mexico
Sharing is hosting/attending a bowl painting party. The
and will make their home in Berkley.
This June, Mike Powers of Leafwood Court
complained about a mess on U-Turn Island. I told
him this was a volunteer organization and how would
he like to be in charge of cleaning U-Turn. He
generously offered to clean ALL the islands and get
the kids on his block to help. I have since found out
that the Association pays for clean-up and reported
the mess. Even after I told Mike, he is still doing a
weekly check/clean up. I am very impressed with
Mike!
Thanks Mike!
Martha Klemmer
Congratulations:
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Services:
Pet Care:
Going on vacation and want loving
pet care? Your home or mine.
Call Martha Klemmer at 248-685-8204
Home Watch: Going South for the Winter? Home watch service,
flyers picked up outside, furnace check and home walk through. Call Martha Klemmer at 685-8204.
Animal Sitting/Dog Walker /House Sitting: Marisa Fortuna,
17 – great references – mature and dependable, loves all animals
and is a dependable house sitter. Please call if you are looking
for a dog walker. Call 248-676-2404.
Free Ads
For Lake Sherwood Members
To place ads email
[email protected]
Lakeland Bronco Football Package:
Parents or Grandparents, show your
team support at 80% discount. Two
hooded sweatshirts XL, two pullover
windbreakers XL, two Lava stadium
microwave cushions, two megaphones,
two reusable hand warmers, one sun
visor, $60 obo. Linda 685-3547.
Aluminum Dock: Two 4’ x
8’ Starr PREMIUM anodized
aluminum dock pieces with
stringers and center supports,
excellent condition, $500.00 FIRM.
Please call Mike Chilcutt @
248-860-3494.
Babysitter/Dog Walker/Tutor: Danielle Miner, 16 years
old, a junior at the International Academy, has had extensive
experience babysitting the last few years. She has also had
experience tutoring and would be happy to tutor your elementary
school or middle school aged child/children. Call 248-672-5308
(cell), Parent (Kathy) 248-515-5691.
2002 Trans Am Air: WS6 Black, 16,000 miles, excellent
condition, $29,000. 248-787-0080.
Babysitter/Dog Walker: Christine Miner, age 13, an 8th grader
at Oak Valley Middle School, is also an experienced babysitter.
She has a love for pets as well and provides excellent pet care/
dog walking services. Call 248-672-3754 (cell), Parent (Kathy)
248-515-5691.
Dakor 48” Stove: 6 burner gas cooktop/electric double oven.
Call Karen Adams @ 248-676-0547.
Babysitters Available: Aubrey and Kaylee Roberts, 17 and
15, are available for your occasional babysitting needs, working
either separately or together. They enjoy playing with children
and are willing to prepare simple meals. Both have completed
the Red Cross Babysitting Course. Please call 248-937-8683.
Home Gym: Weider Pro Power
Stack Home Gym for sale, $150.
Call Rosanna @ 248-676-2704.
Home Watching, Pet Care and Babysitting: I currently have
4 LSA homes I watch over the winter. $20.00 a week includes
water plants, trash, mail and doing a walk through once a week
and also a security check during storms and bad weather. I walk,
feed and take care of numerous pets over weekends, vacation,
golf days and under unforeseen circumstances. I am a fun
babysitter and a great help for birthday parties. Have lots of
LSA references. Call Savannah Hewitt at 248-529-3329.
For Sale:
Pontoon: 1987 24 ft. Kayot Commodore pontoon boat with
25hp motor, $2,000.00 OBO.
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Refrigerator & Freezer: Northland, all stainless steel inside
including shelves, stainless steel doors, each 3 ft. wide. Call
Karen Adams @ 248-676-0547.
4 Barrel Swim Raft: with diving board and steps, plastic
floatation, $300.00. Call 248-529-6887.
Perfect Starter Sailboat:
8ft. US Sabot by Catalina, excellent
condition, $600.00. Call 248-640-7039.
Furniture: Outdoor 26” round table and two chairs with
cushions, $30.00 and a Bentwood rocking chair, $25.00. Call
Rose @ 248-672-9369.
Garage Sale – Sept. 13th 9-3 PM: Household items, baskets,
jewelry, silk plants, wall décor/pictures and much more.
Treasures you can’t live without. 3730 Sleeth Road.
Bunn Velocity Coffee Maker: Brand new, never used, stainless
steel water tank, glass carafe, 3 minute brew cycle, asking
$75.00. Call Kathy @ 248-684-8538.
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painted bowls will be part of an event called Empty
Bowls that will be held May 31, 2015. To learn more
about Empty Bowls and other Community Sharing
events, go to www.community-sharing.org or call
248-889-0347. Denise Tyler [email protected]
Theresa Sassin, when he was 18. The following year he was
drafted into the US Army as a cook. Married on December 5th,
1954, raised their five children in the Detroit area. In 1977, the
couple settled in Lake Sherwood. Emil worked for as a District
Manager with Chatham Supermarket until an opportunity arose
in 1988 to own Tre’s Hallmark Store in Commerce Township.
He was a Tigers fan; a budding photographer, a good cook (but
better baker!) and he loved to play poker. He taught many
of the cousins and grandsons the way of the game. Emil was
truly a selfless, loving man who cherished time spent with his
wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was
Tom Carr (9/27/51 – 8/26/14), a
preceded in death by his daughter, Loretta Ann and is survived by
twelve-year resident of Lake Sherwood
his beloved wife of nearly 60 years, Theresa; sons, Larry (Sherri)
was a 10+ year cancer survivor and
succumbed to pneumonia complications. and Louis (Barbara); daughters, Paula (Todd) Holz and Judith
(John) Purrenhage; grandchildren, Rob and Samantha Blonde,
Tom was married to his loving wife
James, Jennifer (Steve) McNiel, Juliette, Nicholas Holz, Adam
Carol of 37 years; he adored his
Purrenhage; great-grandchildren, Charlotte Grace and Evelyn
daughters, Colleen (Joel) Warren,
Faith and many extended family and dear friends.
Courtney (Bryan) Metzger, and Clare. He was also “Papa” to four grandsons,
Peter John Panaretos, June 12, 1946 –
Cash, Briggs, Zain and Easton and granddaughter, Sutton. June 8, 2014, a 39 year resident of Lake
Tom lived for the Tigers, golf, and life on the lake and his
Sherwood, is survived by his wife of 34
family. He even placed second in a golf scramble Sunday
years, Nancy; daughters, Dana (Mike)
– 2 days before he passed. In 2004, right after the Carrs
Collins; Julie (Jeff Dennis) Panaretos;
moved to Lake Sherwood, he volunteered his yard for a
joy of his life granddaughters, Suzy and
professional ski show (3 boats, two rafts, several cars with
Roxy; father; John Panaretos; and sister,
trailers full of ski ropes and skies). Again in 2006, another
Theo Wilkinson. A college graduate, he
show took place. Residents still talk about those ski shows
took
his
first
position
with General Motors and continued in
and how wonderful they were, but it was Tom and Carol
the
automotive
world
until his 2012 retirement. Pete spent
who made them happen. We have a lot of special people
six
years
in
the
Army
Reserves
where he trained as a medic.
on Lake Sherwood and Tom Carr was one of the best. At
Pete grew up with his Greek cousins and spoke Greek up until
his celebration of a life service, it was said that he was a
leaving for college. Pete took pride in his Lake Sherwood home,
good man who made everyone feel important; that he had a
which he built in the early 70’s. As a long-time resident of
smile that assured everyone that everything was going to be
Lake Sherwood, Pete served the community as Vice President
all right; that those who worked with him said that he was
(alongside Dick Tillotson, president), area rep., responsible
one of the best in the cement business; his love for golf was
for the 4th of July fireworks, and participated in many other
contagious; that his motto was “Life is good.”; that he made
projects. He enjoyed the Sherwood Sunday morning golf league,
life fun. May we all live lives that bring joy to so many
bowling league, and volleyball games. He had great pride in his
others.
neighbors and neighborhood. Pete was a motorcycle enthusiast
and avid boater, car admirer and train collector. He enjoyed
Emil G. Shaheen, July 11, 1931 - August
fine craftsmanship in all of his toys and kept them in impeccable
25, 2014, a longtime resident of Lake
condition. Pete enjoyed fine quality stereo equipment and was
Sherwood, was born in Detroit on July
not afraid to turn it up. Pete was one of the good guys and had
11th, 1931, the youngest of four boys to
many lifelong friends from high school, college, work, Lake
George & Emily (Haijar) Shaheen. He
Sherwood and ABC Harley Davidson. All who knew him will
attended Detroit Northwestern High
never forget the good times they spent with him and what a
School and met the love of his life,
gracious man he was.
Obituary:
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A View from
the
Boat Ramp
Harry Tucker
Presidents Report
Lake Sherwood View
PO Box 63, Milford MI 48381
Corresponding Secretary:
Carol Kates
[email protected]
View Editor:
2014 has been a good year at the boat ramp. We
Linda Tucker,
[email protected]
have achieved one on the highest collection rate
Asst Editor:
Gloria Hughes,
of our membership dues of over 95%. That says
[email protected]
that our members are happy with the way things
Ad Editor:
Jane Cutler,
[email protected]
are working toward the best all-sports lake in the
Bulletin Board Editor:
area. Landscaping of the boat ramp area is under
Martha Klemmer,
[email protected]
way (see article from Area 10 rep Tracy Golles)
Photo Editor:
Joe Slenzak,
in the planning stage and showing promise. New
[email protected]
trees, new bushes and flowering plants will be
Mailing Editor:
Sharon Sarkisian,
Sharonsarkisian@
included…. Yep, exciting stuff. Don’t forget the
hotmail.com
boat ramp hours are changing as the days get shorter Web Manager:
Julia Kondoff,
moving toward fall. The ramp will close on Friday,
[email protected]
October 31. After that date use of the ramp will be
by appointment only and you need to contact Phillis
Publisher:
in Highland
Tracy 248-474-0142 for a $20 fee. Harry Tucker: Allegra
1100 S. Milford Rd
Highland MI 48357
boat ramp / past president.
248-887-2400
Publishing Deadlines:
Lake Sherwood Islands: We are looking for
some people to get involved in an ‘Adopt an
Island’. The idea is finding some members
to monitor the 3 main lake islands with docks,
making sure the docks and sea walls are in good
shape. If repairs require professional work, those
recommendations and plans should be sent back to
current BOD for budget approval. Light island repairs
would include, island dock boards, clamps, vertical
poles and joining knuckles. The Association will
supply or pay for parts and members will provide the
work. Also some sea wall repairs like cap boards and
bumper boards. We also need to replace some of the
park style BBQs. Again LSA will buy the materials
and members will supply the work. If you are
interested and have a little time send e-mail to
Greg Woelfel at [email protected] or
Harry Tucker [email protected]
HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU SOON
Harry Tucker
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March 1, 2014
June 1, 2014
Sept 1, 2014
Dec 1, 2014
These deadline are dates
when articles go to printer;
all submission must be sent
to View editors
before these dates.
Harry Tucker
This is my last report as President for the View; and in retrospect of
the past two years as President I review some of LSA accomplishments during that time. It was exciting as well as rewarding to be a
part of all the improvements, both administrative processes such as
revising the way we do our contracts, to projects being started by
new ad hoc committees, especially our new Kendall Park Project.
And no dues increase. Our wealth of volunteers from the board of
directors, area representatives and committees people, all-make
things happen at no cost or little cost to LSA, giving our association
the best reputation that even our township supervisor recognizes
and uses us as a gold standard for other associations.
Speaking of volunteers, I would like to congratulate both Brian Hollis and Tracy Golles for joining the board as Area Reps. This will
allow them to actually see the behind-the-scene activity that run the
association and find their ‘niche’ in helping it happen. It won’t take
long before one can see something they can do and also fit into their
busy schedule and help the many processes that make up our management team. The bonus? You meet new neighbors you lived with
for years and never met. Yes, the BOD and committee head group is
one of the biggest social groups on the lake, some are very active,
some only have time for one event a year; it is a very diversified
group.
Michigan winters may encourage people staying snug in the warmth
of their homes, but the real adventure is outside, especially when the
lake and canals freeze over and offer a ray of winter sports. We are
all so lucky to have access to winter activities right out our backdoors. Enjoy but be safe.
As a last note, again I would like to thank everyone that stepped up,
advised and directed all that we call Lake Sherwood Association.
Harry Tucker
Lake Sherwood is more than a place
to live; it is a lifestyle
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2009 Harley-Davidson: FLTRSE3 CVO Road Glide. Call
Nancy @ 248-685-8482.
2011 GMC: 4W Terrain SLT. Call Nancy @ 248-685-8482.
Canoe: Coleman fiberglass 16’ Ram-XS canoe with square back
for mounting small motor, maximum capacity 3 persons or 660
lbs, in very good condition, no dents but sun fading on outside of
canoe, $240.00. Call 248-622-6556.
Water Skis: Connelly water skis – Pro Pair Wingtail, 67” in
length, very good condition with some superficial scratches on
bottoms. Call 248-622-6557.
2010 HD Ultra Classic
Trike, 4800 miles, like
new, $22,000.00. Call or
text 734-355-2867.
1992 Corvette: LT-1, dark red, 2 tops and leather interior, garage
kept with 49,000 miles, excellent condition. Asking $10,900.
Call Norm @ 248-685-9578.
2 Sea Doo Life Vests for Jet Ski: $15.00 each. Call Norm @
248-685-9578.
Wanted:
Boat Hoist: Used, with canopy for a 22-foot Pontoon
boat. Please contact me if you have one or know of someone
who does. Alice Klavanian 248-685-1032 home or 248-4706398 cel.l
2012 Lincoln MKS:
AWD, loaded, 36,000
miles, excellent
condition. $24,000.00.
Call or text
734-355-2867.
Free Stuff:
Free solid oak office desk: In great condition; however, it
does have a small ink stain on the top. Please call or email if
interested: [email protected] or 248-904-5977
Boat Lift: With canopy,
$2,000.00. Call or text
734-355-2867.
Pontoon Boat & Lift:
2000 Harris Kayot,
26 ft. Grand Heritage.
$7,500.00. Call or text
734-355-2867.
November 2, 2014
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WaterSports Club
unker
Ken Yo
Lake Sherwood is creating a Watersports Club.
The one-time equipment cost is included in the 2015 budget proposal.
Attend the October GMM to learn more about this added LSA amenity.
Background: Lake Sherwood has a strong community of water sports enthusiasts who regularly use the
lake for their personal enjoyment and bonding with their friends and neighbors. A watersports club can help
strengthen that community and introduce new participants to the sports. As a lake community, we should
promote the active usage of our beautiful natural resource.
Club Activities: Initially the existing water skiers would investigate the repair, refurbishment and/or
replacement of the existing water ski course on the lake. Participants would be trained in the operation and
maintenance of the course before having access for use. Set hours of use would be established and maintained,
so as to not interfere with the lake use for others during high traffic times. Course would include a “beginner
course” to help all get familiar with skiing a course. Goals would include “learn to ski/wakeboard” days
intended to introduce other lake residents and children to the various watersports being enjoyed out on
Lake Sherwood. Investigation of possible “clinics” providing professional skiers or wakeboarders could be
investigated. Any cost of these would be paid by the participants.
Cost: Budget proposal is asking the association to fund an initial investment of up to $4,500 for the repair,
refurbishment, and/or replacement of the existing ski course equipment. No ongoing funding is being asked for.
Ongoing maintenance will be provided by the LSA Watersports Club members through minimal membership
fees and/or sponsorship and fundraising efforts.
System: The course being used is a submersible system that allows the course buoys to be set under water
when not in use and eliminates any navigational problems.
Set-up/maintenance: All work to be done by volunteers from the Lake Sherwood Watersports Club.
Course operation: A remote pump will be used to raise/lower the course. The pump will be located on or near
property on Driftwood Dr. Several people have offered use of the shore or lakefront in front of their house on
Driftwood for this purpose. Most ski clubs have gone to a 12V pump that would be plugged into the skier’s
boat to gain power. A lockbox could be used, with a combination made available to club members after they’ve
received training on usage of the course.
Please contact Ken Younker at [email protected] to express interest and/or concerns with this proposal.
We’d like to get an indication of the level of interest prior to the fall Association meeting.
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Special thanks to
Milford House Grill
for again generously
sponsoring this year’s
Music on the Lake
entertainment event!
Re-Vamp the Ramp – Tracy Golles
The committee to update the landscaping at the
boat ramp is still working to narrow down the
desired design elements. At this time our target
budget is $10,000 or less but approval from the
general membership is required for the project to go forward. Design
element alternatives under consideration include brick paver walkways,
building a gazebo, incorporating the stones like the ones used in the
entrance signs, a new shade tree, and whether or not to update the sign
to name a few. We value everyone’s input and would like to hear your
ideas. Please look for email notices of upcoming meetings and plan
to attend. Feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.
[email protected]
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Attention LSA Parents & Grandparents:
Children’s Halloween Party!
Sunday, Oct. 19 at 2 pm , Kendall Park
( rain date: Sunday, October 26)
Join us from 2 to 4-ish in Kendall Park (Ledgewood at
Stumpwood) for a Halloween celebration filled with
games, prizes, snacks & costume parade.
Generously sponsored by LSA neighbor &
ReMax Classic Realtor Susan McFarland
Concluding the event is the
Costume Parade.
Prizes will be awarded for
various categories for
1st, 2nd & 3rd - place winners.
Organizing this year’s event is Beth Powers of Leafwood Court.
Volunteers are needed!
Contact Beth:
(248)302-1875 or email at [email protected]
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Cattails
Residents can cut back cattails where they are invasive. It is most
effective to cut them back in the fall. The stems of the cattails are
hollow, if the cattail is cut back in the fall, as low as possible, the
stems will fill with water and freeze, which can kill the cattail (but
there is no guarantee - they are a very resilient plant). It should be
noted that residents SHOULD NOT try to treat the cattails chemically
themselves. If individual residents are found treating without being
licensed and without a permit there are huge fines and can
potentially jeopardize the rest of the lake from being treated.
FALL CHECK LIST
(1) Check watercraft still in water for weeds near engine
compartment where muskrats tend to feed and damage
wiring harnesses. Remove weeds and place wire mesh over
area to prevent damage.
(2) When blowing out sprinkler systems, use RV antifreeze
where lines may have low spots.
(3) Pull in lifts, docks, rafts from water to ensure no damage
from spring ice shifts, especially on main lake where ice
shifts do more damage.
(4) Change oil for 4-cycle engines; add fuel stabilizer to gas
tanks; fog engine to keep cylinder bores from rusting.
(5) Put all outside furniture in boat; hang de-con/anti-mildew
bag from steering wheel before shrink wrapping to prevent
mold build up; hang mothball bags to deter animals.
(6) Use a “battery minder” (a charger with a smart chip) to keep
batteries charged (pontoon, ski boat, PWC, and lawn
tractor).
(7) Septic system; feed entire system a biological drain cleaner.
(8) Check to see if any trees need to be trimmed for winter
season.
(9) Attend NO-HAZ drop off site to disposal of household
batteries, pesticides, oil filters, bleach, cleaners, etc.
Fall 2014
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