highland lakes herald - december 2012

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HigHland lakesCondominiumassoCiatio

20301 Silver Spring Drive Northville, MI 48167Phone: (248) 349-4006 Fax: (248) 349-8821

Website: www.HLCA.us

DECEMBER 2012

CLUBHOUSE HOLIDAYHOURS - Page 21

NO DECEMBER BOARD MEETING

NEXT BOARD MEETING:Monday, January 21st

at 7:30 p.m.

PRESIDENTS REPORT- Page 7

MY CHINESE ADVENTURE- by Marianne Brandt - Page 22

WHATS COOKING FORTHE HOLIDAYS - Page 26-27

Remembering ValerianOaida - Page 32

ARE YOU READY FORSNOW? - Snow Removal

FAQ - Page 29

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

Clubhouse Un-DecoratingParty, January 5th at NoonBring hors doeuvre & beverage to

share

HAVE YOU CLEANED YOURCHIMNEY YET?Fireplace and ChimneyCleaning Policy - Page 33

WOMENS LUNCHEON:December thru February Dates.- Page 25

HAVE YOU HEARD - SafetyTips - Page 37

NEED PROOF OFINSURANCE?Contact Maris Agency- Page 39

andMerryChristmasHappyNew

Year!


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Highland LakesManagement Section

Highland Lakes Board of Directors

Kathy Baldwin, President

Michelle Todorov, Vice PresidentTom Byrne, Treasurer

Sandy Nolan, Secretary

Clem Tulley, Director

Kathleen Connor, Director

Judy Nakdimen, Director

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

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tions of the Association as prescribed by Board Resolution R-6, March 22, 1976.

We recommend that you not only read but save this section of the Herald for future

reference. Resolutions and Regulations approved by the Board become part of

your Association By-Laws.


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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY

20301 Silver Spring Drive, Northville, MI 48167Clubhouse Phone: 248-349-4006 Clubhouse Fax: 248-349-8821

After Hours Emergency Maintenance Phone: 248-349-4043

COMMITTEE INFORMATION

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON PHONE BOARD LIAISON

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

& Sandy Nolan

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

& Kathleen Connor

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

& Clem Tulley

Community Social Brad Todorov 248-380-1611 Kathy Baldwin & Michelle Todorov

Finance Joyce Elvy 248-349-1747 Tom Byrne & Sandy Nolan

Grounds Ray Parzych 248-349-9370 Kathy Baldwin & Judy Nakdimen

Gloria Loudy 248-349-3308

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

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

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

& Kathleen Connor

RV Hugh Battley 248-349-4841 Clem Tulley & Michelle Todorov

Sprinkler ----- ------ Kathleen Connor & Kathy Baldwin

Tennis Carol Shields 248-305-7123 Michelle Todorov & Judy Nakdimen

Vision Rob Berlin 248-374-3986 Michelle Todorov & Judy Nakdimen

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

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

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

Northville Township Police and Fire Emergency............................ 911After Hours Maintenance Emergency ........................................... 248-349-4043

Assessment/Billing Inquiries ...................................................... 248-349-4006

Consumers Power Company ........................................................ 800-477-5050

DTE-Electric Company................................................................. 800-477-4747

Hazardous Waste Information ...................................................... 734-326-3936

HLCA AT&T Account Rep (Denise Smith) ...................................... 810-265-4946

AT&T Sales & Support (Phone or U-Verse) ................................... 800-288-3466

E-mail ......................................................................................... [email protected]

Web site ....................................................................................... www.HLCA.us

BOARD OF DIRECTORSKathy Baldwin, President ...........248-380-6429

Michelle Todorov, Vice President....248-380-1611

Tom Byrne, Treasurer ................. 248-349-6924

Sandy Nolan, Secretary .............. 248-349-3587

Clem Tulley, Director ..................248-349-3125

Kathleen Connor, Director .......... 248-349-8264

Judy Nakdimen, Director ............248-344-0336

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

Shannon Crowley........Administrative Asst. (NOTARY)

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

Guinevere Eatmon..................Receptionist (NOTARY)

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

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

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


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EditorShannon [email protected]

Herald CommitteeMarty Tingstad, ChairmanWilma LeonardRobert Armstrong

Herald StaffRay ParzychBetty ParzychJoel LutzTom DeGalanGloria JanksMarty TingstadIlio Alessandri

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The Herald welcomes comments, suggestions and articles

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AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION

1-2-3 Taxi Travel .......................................28

APPLIANCE REPAIR

A+ Appliance Repair ...............................32

AT&T U-VERSE

AT & T ...................................................... 2

AUTO DETAILING

Matts Ultimate Auto Detail ...................20

BARBECUE GRILLS

American Gas Works LLC ......................35

BEAUTY / SKIN CARE

Avon ..........................................................20

Mary Kay ...................................................20

CARPET

Carpet Repair - Gary Woodruff .............28

Simply Floor Coverings ..........................32

DRYER VENT CLEANING

Roger the Handyman ..............................20

FIREPLACE REPAIR & INSTALLATION

American Gas Works LLC ......................35

FLOORING

Simply Floor Coverings ..........................32

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS

Northrop-Sassaman .................................34OBrien Sullivan Funeral Home ............. 28

HEALTH & FITNESS

Northville Hearing Aid ...........................20

Northville Physical Rehabilitation ........28

HEATING & COOLING

D&G Heating ............................................28

HOME REPAIR & HANDYMAN SERVICES

Carpet Repair - Gary Woodruff .............28

Roger the Handyman ..............................20

Dennis Hill ................................................24

R&H Glazing ............................................30

A+ Appliance Repair ...............................32

Andy Wright .............................................30

Garys Home Repair ................................32

HOME TELEPHONE SERVICE

AT & T ...................................................... 2

INSURANCE

Merrick Maris Insurance .........................39

LIMO SERVICE

1-2-3 Taxi Travel .......................................28

PAINTING/WALLPAPERING

Dennis Hill ................................................24

PARTY STORE / ICE CREAM

Good Time Party Store ............................30

PIANO LESSONS

Piano Lessons ...........................................28

PLUMBING

Evans Plumbing .......................................24

Horton Plumbing .....................................38

REAL ESTATE

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

WINDOWS/WINDOW REPAIR

R&H Glazing ............................................30

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BOARD COMMENTS

Thank You!

Thanks to all the Highland Lakes residents, employees, and board members for an outstanding

year. I appreciate everybodys dedication to making Highland Lakes a viable association. Theresalways room for additional committee members. Watch the Herald for dates and times of CommitteeMeetings.

Election Committee:

Although the election for new board members isnt until May, the process starts in April. Joe Sattlerhas moved, and we will be needing to elect a new chairperson in January. Anyone interested inparticipating in the Election Committee, please plan on attending the meeting on Thursday,

January 24, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Vacant Units:We are asking all residents to be watchful of foreclosed or otherwise vacant units during the wintermonths. As stated in the past, we rely on residents to be our eyes and ears on the property just asmuch as our own staff. If you notice a window or door ajar on a vacant unit, please contact theProperty Manager immediately so that we can correct the situation. At times, people who accessthese units (Real estate agents, foreclosing banks, and people hired by management companies), willturn the heat off, leave the water running, leave the lights on, and forget to shut the windows. Anopen window could easily lead to frozen pipes, and cause catastrophic damage to the vacant unit, andpossibly neighboring units. A simple phone call can prevent $60,000 insurance claims. Thank you inadvance for your cooperation.

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Ice Melt:

Ice Melt is provided for the residents at the clubhouse to use judiciously during the winter months. TheDVVRFLDWLRQVSHQGVDSSUR[LPDWHO\DQQXDOO\RQVLGHZDONVDOWDYHUDJLQJSHUXQLW,WKDV

been observed that residents occasionally take large Rubbermaid tubs of ice melt from the clubhouseIRUWKHLUSHUVRQDOXVH:HDVNWKDWIRUWKHFRQVLGHUDWLRQRIRWKHUFRRZQHUVWKDWUHVLGHQWV3/($6(86(',6&5(7,21LQWKHLUXVHRIWKHVLGHZDONVDOW(PSW\FRIIHHFDQVDUHDYDLODEOHDWWKHFOXEKRXVHfor your use to transport the ice melt to your unit.

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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - November 19, 2012

The monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of Highland Lakes Condominium Association was on the third Monday ofthe month, in accordance with the By-Laws of the Association. President Kathy Baldwin called the November 19, 2012regular meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 7:30 p.m.

AttendanceThe following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Tom Byrne, Sandy Nolan, Clem Tulley and

Judy Nakdimen. (Kathleen Connor was excused) Also present were Joe Poma, Property Manager and Shannon Crowley,Administrative Assistant. Approximately 25 Co-Owners were also present.

Finance Committee Report: See page 13Tom Byrne reported to the Board.

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support byMichelle Todorov to accept the Finance CommitteeReport dated October 17, 2012. All in favor. Motionpassed.

Tom reported that the Board has approved the bid

IURP 5RRI 2QH IRU 3KDVH RI WKH URRQJ SURMHFWand entered into a contract with them; the contractrepresents a 5% increase over Phase 2.

Clubhouse Committee Report: See page 15Judy OConnor reported to the Board.

In addition to her report, she thanked everyone whoparticipated in the November 17th Decorating Party.The clubhouse is beautiful! Judy reminded everyone toattend the clubhouse Un-Decorating Party, which willbe held on January 5, 2013.

Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan support byMichelle Todorov to accept the Clubhouse CommitteeReport dated November 5, 2012.All in favor. Motionpassed.

Court Captain Committee Report: See page 14Robert Armstrong reported to the Board.

Board Action: Motion by Judy Nakdimen support bySandy Nolan to accept the Court Captain CommitteeReport dated November 1, 2012.All in favor. Motionpassed.

Engineering Committee Report: See page 16Tom Werner reported to the Board.

Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan, support byClem Tulley to accept the Engineering CommitteeReport as printed dated November 14, 2012 and theirUHFRPPHQGDWLRQVWRDSSURYHRQPRGLFDWLRQUHTXHVW#1-4. All in favor. Motion passed.

Vision / Grounds Joint Committee Report:See page 17Ilio Alessandri reported to the Board, and providedGLDJUDPV RI WKH GHVLJQ SODQ WKH MRLQW FRPPLWWHH LVrecommending for approval. Ilio explained that the planaddresses both the east and west side entrances. Theplan would include removing the damaged retaining wallon the east side, and planting cedars between the pillarsthat would be trimmed to create a wall of greenery. Thelandscape would also include possibly burning bushes(to add color) and boxwoods. The west side wouldremove the current sign and replace it with a redesignedsign that would be set on a stone base and repostionedparrallel with Eight Mile Road to be more visible to bothHDVWERXQGDQGZHVWERXQGWUDIF$JDLQWKHUHWDLQLQJwall would be removed and cedars planted between thepillars, and burning bushes and boxwoods arranged tomimick the look of the east side. Ilio added that theVSHFLFSODQWLQJVZHUHSDUWRI WKHFRQFHSWEXWDUHVWLOOup for discussion. He feels the cedars will work verywell, and the rest of the plantings would be generallyPDLQWHQDQFHIUHH MXVW QHHGLQJ WREH WULPPHG RQFH Dyear.

Discussion: Kathy asked if the committee had obtained

Approval of Minutes:Minutes of the October 15, 2012 Regular Meeting of the

Board of Directors, Minutes of the October 15, 2012Executive Sessions of the Board of Directors

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by Sandy1RODQWRDSSURYHDQGOHWKH0LQXWHVRI WKH2FWREHU15, 2012 Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors,Minutes of the October 15, 2012 Executive Sessions aspresented.All in favor. Motion passed.

Minutes of the August 15, 2012 Annual Budget Meetingof the Board of Directors and Finance Committee,

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by

6DQG\1RODQWRDSSURYHDQGOHWKH0LQXWHVRIWKHAugust 15, 2012 Annual Budget Meeting of the Boardof Directors and Finance Committee. All in favor.Motion passed.

Minutes of the August 30, 2012 Long Term BudgetMeeting of the Board of Directors and FinanceCommittee

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by Sandy1RODQWRDSSURYHDQGOHWKH0LQXWHVRI WKH$XJXVW30, 2012 Long Term Budget Meeting of the Board ofDirectors and Finance Committee as presented.All infavor. Motion passed.


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a bid for a new sign. Ilio said that Rob Berlin had aURXJKJXUHIRUDVTIWVLJQ'HVLJQKDVQRW\HWEHHQdiscussed. Joe added that Ken also has some estimates.

Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support byTom Byrne to accept the Vision/Grounds CommitteeReport as printed dated October 23, 2012 and theirrecommendations to accept Ilios concept plan for Eastand West Sides of the Eight Mile Entrance as submitted,

and to Direct the Property Manager to obtain estimatesfrom 3 landscapers to complete Ilios concept plan [AllMaterials and Labor].All in favor. Motion passed.

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

that there was a great turnout for the November 17thdecorating party this year. There was no arts & craftsSURMHFW WKLV \HDU ,QVWHDG WKH &RPPXQLW\ 6RFLDO&RPPLWWHH IRUWKHUVW WLPHKRVWHG DKROLGD\PRYLHin the Highland Room for the kids while the adultsworked to decorate the clubhouse. It was a greatsuccess. Michelle said the committee hopes to host

another movie event during the winter, and possiblymake it a monthly activity.

Election Committee:Kathy Baldwin announced that Joe Sattler, a long-time

co-owner and chairman of the Election Committee hasrecently moved, which has left a vacancy in the position.Kathy said she will have Shannon contact the ElectionCommittee members and notify of them of a meetingto elect a new chair. Even though the election processdoesnt begin until March/April, she would like to havesomeone in position before the process begins. Please

see the Presidents Report in the Herald for details.

Herald Committee Report: VerbalMarty Tingstad reported to the Board. The Honor Roll

Call in the November issue of the Herald was a greatsuccess. The Committee plans to run the article againnext November so those that may have been left outcan still be recognized.

Co-Owner ForumTerry McNally:Terry publicly welcomed new neighbors,

Michelle & Stanley Savitskie (Norwood Court) to theHighland Lakes.

Robert Armstrong: Robert expressed that the fountainsin Crystal Lake should be removed from the lake forthe winter. Robert explained that in prior years, thefountains were removed from the lake at the end of theseason and replaced after winter, and they worked foryears with no problem. Last year, the pumps were leftin the lake during the winter; the reasoning was that themanufacturer recommends that the pumps remain in thelake and be allowed to freeze. As it turned out, bothfountains needed to be repaired during the summer.Robert said he felt the damage could have been avoidedif the pumps had been removed as they were in prior\HDUV+HUHTXHVWHGWKDWWKH%RDUGFRQVLGHUUHPRYLQJthe fountain pumps from the lakes for the winter.

Michelle suggested that the seals may need to be immersedin water so they dont dry and harden, causing it tomalfunction. She recommended removing the pumpsand storing them indoors in a climate-controlled

environment, and immersed in water.Judy suggested that the Board needs more information

before making a decision. Joe responded that he hadasked Ken about the pumps as well, citing the fact thatboth needed to be repaired this year; Kens responsewas the repairs that were done this year had to do withimpeller damage, which had nothing to do with beingin the lake during the winter. Judy reiterated that moreresearch should be done before a motion is made.

Tom responded that he can understand Roberts point; Headded that it seemed to be too much of a coincidence

that the same year the pumps were left in the lake thatthey neeeded a repair. Tom said he felt comfortablemaking a motion at this meeting.

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by SandyNolan that we remove the fountains from Crystal Lakefor the winter and consider storing them in water. 3 infavor. 1 opposed. 1 abstention. Motion passed.

Jim Weaver:Jim said hes had a problem with a neighborfor the last 18 months. Jim said the neighbor uses theenclosed patio as a dog pen for hours at a time, allowing

the dog to bark, urinate, and defecate freely and makeslittle effort to clean or sanitize the area. The resultingRGRUDQGXQVDQLWDU\FRQGLWLRQPDNHVLWGLIFXOWLI QRWimpossible for Mr. Weaver or the other neighbors to usetheir patios. The issue had been addressed numeroustimes via the Property Manager, but the resident has beenXQZLOOLQJWRFRUUHFWWKHEHKDYLRU-LPUHTXHVWHGWKDWWKHboard consider removing the privacy gate / fencing andsanitizing the area so the neighbor is unable to let the dogout loose in their patio. Jim added that he has experienceworking in kennels and caring for dogs, and feels that thedog is being neglected in its care.

Joe added that the resident has been brought to theDWWHQWLRQRI WKHFRUSRUDWHFRXQVHODQGDOLHQZLOOEHOHGfor non-payment of assessments. Joe is also in contactwith the legal owner of the unit regarding her continuedviolations. We are seeking legal advice as to ways todeal with these issues, and have received a letter fromcorporate counsel. Joe continued saying that the legalowner of the unit has had the resident in court severalWLPHVWKH\KDYHKDGDMXGJHUHQGHUMXGJHPHQWDJDLQVWthem for non-payment and other violations.

Tom recalled that we had a co-owner at one time living


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Property Managers Report:See report on page 11

Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by JudyNakdimen to accept the Property Managers Reportdated November 19, 2012. All in favor. Motionpassed.

The Board adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

There will be NO Board Meeting in December.

Next Board Meeting will beJanuary 21, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

All co-owners are encouraged to attend.

in an unsanitary condition, and the Board was ableto take some action regarding cleanup because theXQVDQLWDU\VWDWHMHRSDUGL]HGWKHKHDOWKDQGVDIHW\RI WKHcommunity; Tom asked if we would be able to applythe same argument in this situation. Joe explained thatthe difference is that in the previous case, Joe contact theWayne County Board of Health and was able to obtainDQLQMXQFWLRQDJDLQVWWKHFRRZQHUDQGVDLGLI WKH\GLGQW

clean up, we would send our insurance team in to cleanup, and back-bill the co-owner for the service. Jimsneighbor is different in that if a lawsuit was threatened,she may do a cleanup to temporary correct the situation,but when the threat subsided, she would return to herroutine of neglect. Joe explained that, with that in mind,hes attempting to address the situation on monetaryJURXQGVEHFDXVHKHVHHPVWREHJHWWLQJTXLFNHUUHVXOWVthat way.

Jim said hes hoping to see some results by spring so he canuse his patio next year.

Secondly, Jim expressed concern about parking on Lake

Success Drive. Jim also provided illustrated that outlinedthe problem areas. Jim said that the parking issues onLake Success are a result of residents choosing to park inthe street in front of their unit instead of in their deededparking space. There is virtually no parking available onLake Success in the evenings or on the weekends, whilethe court parking lots remain nearly empty.

(1) This is a safety concern because there is no No ParkingHere to Corner signs on any of the four intersectionson Lake Success, so a person trying to use the sidewalk,RUHYHQWXUQRQWRWKHVWUHHWKDVWRSURFHHGLQWRWUDIFWR

FKHFNIRURQFRPLQJWUDIF7KLVLVHVSHFLDOO\GDQJHURXVwith children crossing the street that cant see past aparked car or SUV. Jim suggested painting the curbs andposting a sign, No Parking Here to Corner.

(2) There is a concern regarding guest parking for allresidences of the areas off of Lake Success Drive. Theunassigned parking spaces on Lake Success are usuallyoccupied by residents, which leaves no spaces forguests to park. Jim suggested restricting the parking toovernight by permit only.

Sandy said that she lives on Silver Spring Drive, and sheknows parking has been an issue. In particular, she had anaccident at the corner of Silver Spring and Lake Successwhey she was attempting to turn onto Silver Spring andFRXOGQWVHHWKHRQFRPLQJWUDIFEHFDXVHRI DFDUSDUNHGat the corner. She felt it was a safety concern that neededto be addressed.

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complaints from residents of Richards Court as well.The dilemma is some of the units in the area have aGHHGHGSDUNLQJVSDFHWKDWLVTXLWHDGLVWDQFHIURPWKHLUunit, so residents have opted to park on Lake Success asa convenient alternative. In the Richards Court area, ithas gotten to the point that some co-owners even believethat the space closest to their unit is their assignedspace, and will complain if someone is parked there. Thefact of the matter is that there are no assigned parkingspaces on Lake Success; it is open parking to anyone.Theres also nothing in the policy currently that wouldempower the association to compel residents not to

park on the interior roads of Highland Lakes, and ratheruse their deeded spot. In problem areas, Joe has askedresidents, as a matter of courtesy to please park in theirown parking spot, but theres not much that can be donebeyond that.

Joe added that the safety issue, and installing No Parkinghere to Corner signs would be something that couldbe done; its been done in other areas throughout thecomplex. Installing the signs would remove the safetyhazard by getting the cars off the curb. Rob Berlin asked-RHWREHYHU\MXGLFLRXVZLWKKRZPDQ\VLJQVKHZRXOGinstall. Joe responded that he would only install as manyas are deemed necessary. Joe said that he would installsigns that would restrict parking within 10 feet (one carlength) of the corner at the intersections of Lake SuccessDrive.


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MANAGEMENT REPORT

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

RE: Property Managers ReportDATE: November 19, 2012

1. There are still a few paddleboats in the water. These should be removed as soon as possibleto prevent damage to your property. Freezing water in the foot-wells or around the rudder

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have received a caution letter or have yet to have your unit inspected, please err on the side

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everything, whether accidently or otherwise, and sellers are motivated to close the deal.

3. The Association recently hired a contractor to re-paint the parking space numbers in roughly

50% of our courtyards. The project went very well. Thank you for moving all of your vehicles

to accomplish this task. The property looks much better.

4. Our maintenance staff removed more leaves this year than in any previous year, so please

be patient with your grounds requests. Along with the aging trees and over abundance of

leaves, we also had to contend with the wind and rain, making it necessary to re-visit certain

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5. With the advent of the colder weather, we periodically get complaints of neighbors leaving

their windows and front doors open. We have determined that in most cases where the

windows are left open, the residents are trying to equalize the temperature between the

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for the natural gas usage out of your monthly assessment. This is a budget category that

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not require any wiring. They are battery operated. Others are wired to your thermostat and

turn on when the furnace turns on.

6. By the time that you read this, the gutters throughout the property have already been cleaned.

Every year, we hire an outside contractor to scoop out leaves and debris by hand, and use leaf

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for phase #3 of our project next year. The quality, workmanship and the overall lack of any


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MANAGEMENT REPORT

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scored very high in resident satisfaction. A chart detailing when each building will be re-

roofed is on the corkboard across from the reception area at the clubhouse.

8. The management has a strict policy of inspecting vacant units and the entire property for thatmatter. Nevertheless, things happen after inspection, especially if the unit is foreclosed or

otherwise sitting vacant. As stated in the past, we rely on residents to be our eyes and ears

on the property just as much as our own staff. You can understand what a welcome phone

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window slightly ajar. Real estate agents, foreclosing banks, and people hired by management

companies go in and out of these units all the time. They sometimes turn the heat off, leave

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have remained open and the pipes froze in January, it would have been a mess. The point

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claims. Whether the call is related to the unit next door, suspicious activity or otherwise, theyare all appreciated.

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season. Merry Christmas.

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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

MEMBERS PRESENT:Robert ArmstrongEarl Smith

GUESTS PRESENT:Tom Byrne, Board LiaisonKathleen Connor, Director

Sandy Nolan, Board LiaisonJoe Poma, Property Manager

COMMITTEE: Finance MEETING DATE: October 17, 2012

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. Committee reviewed the year end September 30th Financial Statement with the Treasurer.Highland Lakes remains healthy as our income exceeded the budget by $42,012 and our expenseswere $156,842 under budget.

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RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: None

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 6:00 p.m.

Submitted by Earl Smith


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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORTCOMMITTEE: Court Captain Committee

MEMBERS PRESENT: (11) GUESTS PRESENT: (5)

MEETING DATE: November 1, 2012

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

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MEMBERS PRESENT:Judy OConnor, ChairpersonBetty Parzych

Pauline RaeburnMyra Santoni

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

COMMITTEE: Clubhouse MEETING DATE: November 5, 2012

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:

1. HOLIDAY DECORATIONS: We used funds in our account to purchase dcor items that willbe used in the Clubhouse during the Christmas season. Wreaths were embellished, and madeready for hanging.

2. Kitchen Countertop Discussion.

3. Reminder: November 17, 2012 - This is the date that we will all assemble at the Clubhouse at3:00 pm, Deck The Halls, have a little pizza & pop, & be on our way.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:None.

NEXT MEETING: January 7, 2013, 7:00 p.m.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Everyone!!

Submitted by Judy OConnor


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MEMBERS PRESENT:

Thomas A. Werner, Chairman

Terry McNally, Co-Chairman

Ilio AlessandriArt Baynes

Clem Tulley, Board Liaison

COMMITTEE: Engineering MEETING DATE: November 14, 2012

MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:

1. Unit 562 Storm Door SD3Andy WrightMeets HLCA Requirements

2. Unit 622 Doorwall PD3

WallsideMeets HLCA Requirements

3. Unit 661 FireplaceDr. FlueMeets HLCA Requirements

4. Unit 446 WindowsDoorsDoorwallWallside & Home DepotMeets HLCA Requirements

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:

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NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 3:00 p.m.

Submitted by Tom Werner, Chairman


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G r o u n d s a n d V i s i o n M e e t i n g O c t o b e r 2 3 , 2 0 1 2 P a g e 1

HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATIONVision and Grounds Committees Joint Meeting8MILESIGN OCTOBER 23,2012

The following were present: Betty Parzych, Joel Lutz, Marti Tupper, Gyda Werner, Tom Werner, Ray Parzych (Grounds CommitteeChair), Ilio Alessandri, Maureen Osiecki (Vision Committee), Brad Todorov, Marti Peters, Ann Creviston, Robert Armstrong, GloriaJanks, Gloria Loudy, Joyce Elvy (Finance Committee Chair), Don Warren, Earl Smith, Don Rigo. The following Directors werepresent: Kathleen Connor, Kathy Baldwin, Sandy Nolan, Judy Nakdimen. Also present were Joe Poma, Property Manager and

Shannon Crowley, Administrative Assistant

At the October 15, 2012 Public Board meeting, The Board of Directors passed a motion informing the Visionand Grounds Committees that the only recommendation the Board will consider regarding the Eight MileEntrance would be a joint recommendation (from the Grounds and Vision Committees) that addresses both theeast and west side Eight Mile Entrance, (signage as well as landscape).

In response to this action, the Grounds Committee was requested to attend the Vision Committees meetingscheduled for October 23, 2012 to discuss solutions for the Eight Mile Entrance.

Ray Parzych called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.

Ray explained that the purpose of the joint meeting is to review the plans for the Eight MileEntrance and make a recommendation to the Board. Ray presented an enhanced plan from

Plymouth Nursery as well as a plan designed by Ilio Alessandri.

x Both designs provide a backdrop for the East side, which would fill in the gapsbetween the pillars with upright evergreens or cedars.

x Ilios plan also recommends incorporating some boxwood, similar to what is atthe Highland House sign.

x There would also be options for additional plantings (ever-blooming flowers)between the boxwoods and the evergreens, (i.e. roses, hydrangeas, dayliliesetc.)

Ray stated that will all the different opinions and preferences about plantings, he doubts that adecision about specific plantings could be made at this meeting, but at least if we could get in the

same direction about a design, we could begin to move forward.

ILIOS PLAN

Ilio reviewed his design with the committees. He explained his emphasis that in the auto accidentwe lost a sign; replacing the utility of the previous sign must be addressed. The current west sidesign is not prominent, and is not visible to eastbound traffic on Eight Mile.

x EAST SIDE: Tear down the damaged retaining wall, retaining the pillars, andplanting cedars between the pillars. Ilio suggested also planting burning

bushes to add vibrant color to the landscape, and boxwoods to tie it in with

other landscaping on the property.


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x WEST SIDE: Ilio suggested removing the sign and two piers, installing afieldstone wall and a new, more visible sign that is parallel to Eight Mile

(instead of curved and angled like the current sign). Trim landscaping with

evergreen ground cover and some of the same plantings that will be installed

on the East Side.

x Ilio pointed out that his plan would utilize the same plantings on both sides,but arranged differently because of the different needs.

Ilio said that his design is relatively low maintenance, just needing to be trimmed. Ray emphasizedthe importance of keeping a low maintenance design in mind when making a decision. Ray added

that, although he greatly appreciated the effort, time, and expertise of Cathy Watkins, his concern

was that her design would be too difficult to maintain.

Brad suggested that the grasses in Cathys design would not be more difficult to maintain than theboxwoods. He also commented that Ilios design is very similar in style to Plymouth Nurserys,

while Cathys design added a different style.

Maureen expressed that she liked Ilios plan; his plan marries elements of Plymouth Nurserys planwith Cathys design, and addresses both the East and West side. Maureen was concerned that

roses may look nice at first, but could easily get overgrown after a year or two. Ilio agreed that

roses would not be a good idea at the front entrance, however he didnt want to go too much into

the details of specific plantings at this meeting. Don agreed.

Earl commented that more attention should be placed on the West Side of the Entrance. He hadconcern about planting Junipers at the entrance based on history.

Robert asked Joe if anyone has commented or complained to him about the absence of the East Sidesign. Joe answered that he hasnt received any calls about it.

Ray asked if the East Side should be addressed immediately and put the discussion about the westside off until another time. Brad disagreed and felt the plan should be addressed as a composite

whole for continuity. He added that whether there is a new sign installed or not, the west side

would have to be re-landscaped.

Ilio proposed getting pricing to accomplish everything (landscaping and sign), and then haveanother discussion about what is reasonable to do. Ann said that the bids should include removal,

mulch, dirt, and other expenses that could otherwise be overlooked. Marti suggested that some of

the removal work could be done in-house by the maintenance crew.

Joel asked how long it would be before the west side could be addressed. Ilio answered that therewas no way to know because the project hasnt been priced out yet. Marti reminded that we have

$13K from the insurance money thats available for restoring the area. Ilio said once we get the

prices, we may find we can do both at the same time.

Ilio suggested he could get prices for everything and set it up like a menu to present to the board toreview. Its important to get multiple bids from different nurseries and sign companies to get the

best price.


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Ilio said that the members present should agree on a concept to present to board as a concept onlybefore getting prices. Maureen agreed saying that the option of a new sign can be presented in the

concept that is presented to the board, but the costs will determine the final outcome of that.

Brad suggested providing the board a west side design that includes a new or repositioned sign, aswell as one that does not.

Maureen was in favor of presenting Ilios plan to the board as a concept. Ilio said that the plancould broken down into phases so that the board can decide the priority of what is completed first.

Earl said he was concerned about removing the retaining wall on the east side because there areelectricity and water outlets built into the wall; this detail needs to be addressed. Earl suggested

that it might be better to cover the wall with shrubs rather than replacing it.

Gyda was in favor of Cathys design. A straw vote was taken, and 2 people preferred Cathysdesign. The consensus was in favor of Ilios concept of east and west side to present to the Board

(10 in favor).

Joyce reiterated that a cost analysis should be presented at the time the design is presented to theboard. Robert agreed.

oMOTION by Maureen Osiecki, support by Gloria Loudy to recommend Ilios conceptplan for East and West Sides of the Eight Mile Entrance as submitted. 13 in favor, 3

abstained. Motion passed.

oMOTION by Maureen Osiecki, support by Gloria Loudy to recommend to the Boardto direct the Property Manager to obtain estimates from 3 landscapers to complete the

plan[All Materials and Labor]. 13 in favor, 3 abstained. Motion passed.

Maureen said the Vision Committee had obtained some quotes for signs based on size (approx 24sf) earlier in the year, so Joe would not need to do that. Sign design is yet to be determined.

The next joint committee meeting is tentatively scheduled for January, 2013.

Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

RECOMMENDATION: Out of all of the plans submitted, the joint Vision / Grounds Committee

recommends Ilios concept plan for East and West Sides of the Eight Mile Entrance as submitted.

RECOMMENDATION: Direct the Property Manager to obtain estimates from 3 landscapers to

complete Ilios concept plan [All Materials and Labor].


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CLUBHOUSE

HOLIDAY HOURS

Monday, December 24 - Christmas EveClubhouse Closed

Tuesday, December 25 - Christmas Day

Clubhouse Closed

Monday, December 31 - New Years Eve

Clubhouse Closes at 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, January 1 - New Years Day

Clubhouse Closed

REMINDER...ICEMELTER IS

AVAILABLE AT THECLUBHOUSE IN THREE

LOCATIONS:

Outside the front and backentrances and inside theClubhouse in the ToolRoom.

Bring a sturdy container,sometimes empty coffeecans are available fromthe front office-ask theReceptionist.

Highland LakesCondominium Association

Board of Directors,

Management, and Staffwishes you and yoursa Very Merry Christmas,

Happy Holidays anda Healthy, Happy

New Year!


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My Chinese Adventure - Two Years in Chinaby Marianne Brandt

Hello Highland Lakers, it is good to be back. Let me tell you a bit about the last two years I spent working asthe Director of International Student Services in a top high school in Shenzhen, China (near HongKong). I workedprocesses. I had worked with college students for many years at Wayne State University, so working with highexamination; those students who scored in the top 5% on the entrance examination have met the minimumis evidenced by the fact that these students got accepted to the top educational institutions in the USA, includingYale, Princeton, Brown, Duke, U of Michigan and Michigan State University, UCLA, UC Berkeley, Perdue, NotreDame, Rhode Island School of Design etc.]. Needlessly to say, we were very proud of our students.

openness, their intellectual curiosity, versatility, kind-heartedness, maturity, and the drive the students possessto get the best education possible. I had deep conversations with these kids on an intellectual, spiritual, andphilosophical level. Also there is a sense of innocence, not only in the students, but also in many of the Chinesetrusted me as a Westener, and they told me so. One student told me that he had nothing to do one summer, so hestudied German on his own, (Chinese students are really good on studying on their own), and I was able to have a

conversation with him in German. Others have some incredible stories; some of the kids live by themselves in anapartment because their parents are working in another town, but they want their kids to have an education froma high-ranking school, which is everything in China.

Students go to school all day and in the evening they have supervised self-study from 6:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.;during this time they study on their own in their classroom or the library for those who live in the dorms. About60% of the students live in dorms. The dorms are eight to a room in bunk beds, which consist of wooden slabs with


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For further information about theHighland Lakes Womens Club, you can

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

SAVE THESE DATES:

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December 6, 2012:- Coordinated by: Joy Gaskin

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WHATS COOKING

For the Holidays!Here is another contribution fromJoy Gaskin one of the renownthis would make a wonderful Halloween/Thanksgiving treat or

Cream butter with sugar. Add salt, spices and egg. Blend well. Stir in flour, bakingsoda and milk. Stir in apples. Drop by small spoonfuls on ungreased cookiesheet. Bake at 400 for 10-12 minutes. Do not over-brown. FOR GLAZE: Stirtogether 1 tbs. melted butter, 1 cup confectioner sugar, tsp maple flavoring.

Add milk to make a smooth glaze.

MAPLE GLAZED APPLE COOKIES cup butter

1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon tsp nutmeg tsp ground cloves

Heat oven to 350. Cook bacon until crisp. Set aside to chop when cooled. Drain off bacon greaseleaving about Tbs in pan. Add corn and cook, stirring often til golden (approx. 5 min.) Place corn in alarge bowl and set aside. Cook the white onion and garlic til softened, adding salt and pepper. Addin green onion and cook a minute more. Combine onion/garlic mix with the corn. Add the yogurt,paprika, bacon and one cup of the cheese. Pour mixture in a 2 qt. baking dish. Top with remainingcheese and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool for five minutes.Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

CREAMY BACON AND CARAMELIZED CORN DIP

1 egg

2 cups flour l tsp baking soda 1/4 cup milk 2 cups chopped fresh apples

4 slices bacon One 15 oz can corn, rinsed and drained onion, chopped Pinch of salt and pepper 2 chopped green onions 2 cloves garlic, chopped

tsp paprika 16 oz plain yogurt 1 cup shredded

Mexican cheese blend

Enjoy!

This month we have 3 recipes fromMeagan Hall. All would be good for winter cooking or


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Herald box at the clubhouse or

e-mail Wilma Leonard ([email protected]).

HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Preheat oven to 425 . Season chicken with salt and pepper on both sides. Combine mayo and cheeseand spread on chicken breasts. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Bake for 20 min.

MAYO-PARMESAN CHICKEN

Heat butter and oil in a heavy bottomed stock pot. Add onion and cook

over medium heat until translucent. Add pumpkin puree, squash, chickenstock, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer over medium heat for about20 minutes until the squash is very tender. Using and immersion blenderor regular blender (transfer mixture in small batches) blend until almostsmooth (leave some texture.) Return to the pot and add half and halfslowly. Serve hot with garnishes.

WINTER SQUASH SOUP 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. olive oil 2 cups chopped yellow onion One 15 oz can pumpkin puree 1 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cut

into chunks

3 cups chicken stock 2 tsp. salt tsp pepper 1 cup half and half Grated gruyere cheese and croutons for

topping

cup mayonnaise cup grated Parmesan cheese

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 4 Tsp. Italian bread crumbs

Power level: high (10) and medium high (7)Microwave time: 13-16 minutes

Spread bread cubes evenly in 8 inch round dish. Sprinkle evenlywith brown sugar, salt, then raisins. Measure mile into 1 qt.measuring cup. Add butter. Microwave at high 4 minutes until

butter is melted and milk is warm. Rapidly stir in eggs with a fork

and mix well. Pour over bread cubes. Microwave at medium 9 to12 minutes rotating dish turn after 6 minutes.

Note: When cooked, center may still be slightly soft but will setup as pudding cools.

BREAD PUDDING 4 cups bread cubes (4-5 slices) cup brown sugar, packed tsp salt cup raisins (optional)

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2 cups milk cup butter 2 eggs


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During the weekend, how much snowfall is required beforemaintenance will be called in?ANSWER: 4 inches or more measured in more than three areas on the property.Why does my court seem to be last during the recent snowfall?ANSWER: To attempt to bring some semblance of fairness, the starting point of snow

removal efforts change each time.

Why does it seem to take so long to clean my parking spaces?ANSWER: Maintenance depends on the cooperation of the Co-Owners to empty the courts of cars

before plows can safely plow the spaces. The plows cannott in between parked cars.

Why did Maintenance leave a small amount of snow on the sidewalk this time?

ANSWER: Leaving a small amount of snow provides traction to more safely walk.

Why does the Association have an adopted snow policy?ANSWER: (A) To keep our Co-Owners informed of what to expect from the Association

(B) It is required as part of our Risk Management procedures.

How long should it take Maintenance to completelynish snow removal efforts?ANSWER: 48 hours or less depending on the weather and the amount of snow.

In what order, and when, is snow blowing and plowing handled?

ANSWER: FIRST DAY SECOND DAY

1 Streets 3 Main Sidewalks 5 Approach Walks 7 Parking Spaces2 Clubhouse 4 Centers of Courts 6 Porches (Only if courts are clear of cars)

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NORMAL SNOWEVENTS:x 2-3 inches - Clearing will begin during the snowfall and maintenance will work normal hours following the

established Snow Policy.

x 4 inches or more Maintenance will clear on weekends and at night following the Snow Policy.

LARGE SNOWEVENTS: 6 inches or more - Maintenance will begin clearing main sidewalks and trafc lanes during thesnow event. If necessary, they will continue the removal effort until 10:00 p.m. The next morning they will begin a second

clearing effort and work until all walks and courts are cleared, or until 8:00 p.m.

SNOWEMERGENCIES/BLIZZARDS: More than 10 inches - Efforts will be focused on keeping main roads, trafc lanesand main sidewalks open to emergency trafc only. Once those elements are clear, work will begin on approach sidewalks

and courts. Maintenance will work up to 14 hours per day, until the roads, courts and walks are clear. Contractors may be

called in if necessary. The priority treatment of the handicapped list will be suspended during these events. Exceptions for

emergencies will be handled on a case basis.

PARKING SPACES: After the primary snow removal efforts are completed, maintenance will begin clearing parkingspaces if cars are out of the court. Management encourages Court Captains to facilitate the removal of cars and contact

the Clubhouse to advise when their court is clear and management will then contact maintenance to begin plowing theparking spaces within that court. If maintenance is ready to plow a court, the Association may also contact the court

captains to facilitate the movement of parked vehicles.

OVERALLGOAL:The Association shall have the sidewalks, courts (not parking spots), and roads, clear within 48 hours ofthe cessation of a snow event.

HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS: During the winter, the weather conditions favor the potential forslippery sidewalks, porches and roads. Please use due care and caution during this time

of the year and keep a supply of ice-melter, which is available at the Clubhouse, at

your home for your use.

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Carpet | Tile | Hardwood | Sanding & Refinishing | Laminate | Vinyl

(248) 756-3418 Michael [email protected]

THE FLOORING STORE AT YOUR DOOR!

www.HLCA.usVisit our website to Download orms, browse the

photo gallery, read the newest Herald, bylaws, roofngschedule, community calendar and much more!

Te Highland Lakes communitywould like to express their sinceresympathy to the amily o ValerianOaida who passed away onNovember 24, 2012.

A kind and gentle man, Val, wasa wonderul husband, ather andneighbor. Val, his wie Gina andtheir two children, Bogdan andCatalina, moved to Highland Lakesseveral years ago rom Romania.

Tey purchased a very worn and

neglected unit and turned it into thepride o the neighborhood. Valsgardens, lled with beautiul fowers,were the envy o his neighbors.

Val will be remembered or hiswonderul smile, his courage andhis love o his amily.

Garys Home RepairQuality Home Repairs & Remodeling

(734) 664-4533LICENSED ~ INSUREDGary Houser, [email protected]

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Highland Lakes Condominium Association

FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY CLEANING POLICY(Short-Form)

Issued and Passed by the Board of Directors: October 1, 2005

The National Fire Protection Association (N.F.P.A.) cites one major cause of home heating res

as a lack of regular cleaning and resultant creosote and nesting material build-up in wood-burningdevices, associated chimneys and connectors.

Highland Lakes Condominium Association, in the interest of reducing the likelihood ofres resulting

from improperly maintained replaces and chimneys, requires that allreplaces and chimneys be

inspected and cleaned by a qualied, licensed and properly insured contractor on an annual basis.

This policy, as approved and adopted by the Board of Directors, is mandatory for all units containing

a replace.

Responsibilities:

Highland Lakes has adopted a Fireplace and Chimney Cleaning and Inspection Policy. The Association

shall be responsible for publishing co-owner notication in the Herald and making this program mandatoryfor all units containing a replace.

Owners are responsible for ensuring access to each replace and chimney in accordance with normal

Association procedures, scheduling the annual inspection and cleaning, maintaining the replace and

appurtenant hardware and responsibly using the replace as designed.

The contractor shall diligently perform all duties per N.F.P.A. and building codes. The inspection and

cleaning report shall disclose in writing the name of the owner, street address, unit number, date of service,

name of technician, ndings of the inspection, description of the service provided and conrm that the

replace and appurtenant hardware and chimney are safe or unsafe for normal usage. A copy of this report

shall be given to the owner and a signed true copy to Highland Lakes. Further, if the replace is found

unsafe, the contractor shall red tag the unit and immediately notify the Property Manager or Maintenance

Superintendent, and the owner of the unit.

The owner(s) of each condominium unit shall be responsible for the cost to inspect, clean, and maintain

their units replace, ue and chimney. Repairs to the replace, rebox, rebricks, ue, and chimney up to

the point of the rooine shall be the sole responsibility of the condominium owner. Repairs to the chimney

roof enclosure, screen and/or vent pipe above the rooine shall be the responsibility of the Association.

Notes:

1) A full-copy of the Fireplace and Chimney Cleaning Policy is available free of charge, at the clubhouse, to

any co-owner or occupant.2) Fireplaces and wood burning appliances are used to a greater extent during the winter months or colder

weather. This is the time when res typically occur due to a failure to clean and inspect. HLCA is advising

all residents of this issue. Your own inspection of yourreplace and the ability to see daylight as you look

up the chimney is not a sufcient determining factor that the replace is t for use. Creosote, ash deposits,

nesting material, etc. may be bound to the inside walls and look like the wall itself. A qualied professional

must do the work.

3) HLCA has business cards at the ofce for resident-recommended contractors that have done work here for

years. The price for the work is somewhat nominal.

4) Any questions should be directed to the administrative staff.


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Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison

Court Captain Committee

Signs of the holiday season are in full bloom.

Stores are decorated with festive trees and wreaths.

Neighborhoods are starting to twinkle in the early

dark. Its an upbeat, happy time of the year. This

column is dedicated to making sure we take precautions to ensure

a safe and memorable 2012. When you are out shopping in the busy stores and

shopping malls, here are some things to remember:

Always park in well lighted areas

Always be alert to people sitting in their cars

If youre alone at a shopping mall, you may want to ask a security guard

to escort to your car.

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phone and call 911. Many times, carjackers use this technique so that

they can overpower you and steal your car.

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Merrick Maris III122 S. Rawles St., Ste. 115Romeo

Thank You

586-752-4861Fax: 586-752-9649

[email protected]

Highland LakesCondominium Association

The Maris Insurance Agency wants

to thank you for trusting us with

your insurnace needs. We are

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DECEMBER 2012SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURD

ADULTCHRISTMASPARTY -7:00 p.m.

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LadiesPinochle -12:30 p.m.

6WomensLuncheon -12:00 noon

Court CaptainCommittee -7:00 p.m.

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Euchre Club -7:00 p.m.

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LadiesPinochle -

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CHRISTMASEVE

ClubhouseClosed

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NEW YEARSEVE(Observed)

Clubhouse Closedat 1:00 p.m.

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NEW YEARSDAY

ClubhouseClosed

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WomensLuncheon -12:00 noon

Court CaptainCommittee -7:00 p.m.

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ClubhouseUn-DecoratiParty -12:00 noon

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