December 2011

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Highland Lakes Management Section

Highland Lakes Board of Directors

Kathy Baldwin, President Michelle Todorov, Vice President Tom Byrne, Treasurer Sandy Nolan, Secretary Clem Tulley, Director Kathleen Connor, Director Judy Nakdimen, Director
This section of the Herald contains minutes of the Board of Directors meetings and management information. This section is the official medium of communications of the Association as prescribed by Board Resolution R-6, March 22, 1976. We recommend that you not only read but save this section of the Herald for future reference. Resolutions and Regulations approved by the Board become part of your Association By-Laws.
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HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION DIRECTORY

Clubhouse Phone: 248-349-4006

20301 Silver Spring Drive, Northville, MI 48167

Clubhouse Fax: 248-349-8821

After Hours Emergency Maintenance Phone: 248-349-4043

Kathy Baldwin, President ........... 248-380-6429 Michelle Todorov, Vice President....248-380-1611 Tom Byrne, Treasurer ................. 248-349-6924 Sandy Nolan, Secretary .............. 248-349-3587

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Clem Tulley, Director .................. 248-349-3125 Kathleen Connor, Director .......... 248-349-8264 Judy Nakdimen, Director ............ 248-344-0336

Joe Poma......................................Property Manager Shannon Crowley........Administrative Asst. (Notary) Sharon Englund....................................Bookkeeper Guinevere Eatmon..................Receptionist (Notary) Pam Cohen............................................Receptionist

PERSONNEL

Ken Wiewiora............Maintenance Superintendent Mike Francis.....................Maintenance Supervisor

COMMITTEE INFORMATION
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON PHONE BOARD LIAISON

Clubhouse Court Captain Engineering Family Social Finance Grounds Herald Insurance Lakes Ecology Pool RV Sprinkler Tennis Vision

Judy OConnor Robert Armstrong Tom Werner Brad Todorov Joyce Elvy Ray Parzych Brad Todorov Marty Tingstad --------Joy Gaskin Hugh Battley ----Carol Shields Rob Berlin

248-344-6600 248-912-0266 248-349-4459 248-380-1611 248-349-1747 248-349-9370 248-380-1611 248-344-4928 ----------248-735-2623 248-349-4841 -----248-305-7123 248-374-3986

Tom Byrne & Judy Nakdimen Clem Tulley & Sandy Nolan Kathy Baldwin & Kathleen Connor Kathy Baldwin & Michelle Todorov Tom Byrne & Sandy Nolan Kathy Baldwin & Judy Nakdimen Kathleen Connor & Sandy Nolan Kathleen Connor & Kathy Baldwin Tom Byrne & Michelle Todorov Tom Byrne & Sandy Nolan & Kathleen Connor Clem Tulley & Michelle Todorov Kathleen Connor & Kathy Baldwin Michelle Todorov & Judy Nakdimen Clem Tulley & Judy Nakdimen

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION After Hours Emergency .................................................................... Northville Township Police-Non-Emergency...... ............................ Northville Township Fire Department. .......................................... Northville Township Police and Fire Emergency............................ After Hours Maintenance Emergency ........................................... Assessment/Billing Inquiries ...................................................... Consumers Power Company ........................................................ DTE-Electric Company................................................................. Hazardous Waste Information ...................................................... E-mail ......................................................................................... Web site.......................................................................................
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248-349-4043 248-349-9400 248-348-5807 911 248-349-4043 248-349-4006 800-477-5050 800-477-4747 734-326-3936 clubhouse@hlca.us www.HLCA.us

Highland Lakes Herald

Editor

Shannon Crowley
shannon@hlca.us

The Highland Lakes Herald is the official news medium of the Highland Lakes Condominium Association, serving all residents, groups and organizations. The Association and its Board of Directors control and are responsible for the contents of the Herald. The staff of the Highland Lakes Herald serves on a voluntary basis. Editorials reflect the opinions of the staff and are not construed as representative of the general membership of the Association. The Herald welcomes comments, suggestions and articles from its readers. All material submitted for publication in the Herald must be true, factual, and newsworthy. The editor reserves the right to withhold items from publication pending verification of facts. In some cases where items are of a critical or controversial nature, the editor reserves the right to solicit comments from those with opposing viewpoints. Materials submitted for publication are to be given to the receptionist in Highland House. All materials submitted must be signed, but signatures will be withheld upon request. Communications to the Herald should be in writing. No material will be accepted for publication in the upcoming issue after the 20th of the month.

Herald Committee

Marty Tingstad, Chairman Wilma Leonard Robert Armstrong

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HOME REPAIR & HANDYMAN SERVICES R&H Glazing ............................................ 28 Roger the Handyman .............................. 28 INSURANCE Merrick Maris Insurance.............................. 47 KITCHEN REMODELING Quigley Kitchens ................................................... 30 LIMO SERVICE 1-2-3 Taxi Travel ....................................... 36 PAINTING/WALLPAPERING Dennis Hill ................................................ 24 Quigley Kitchens ...................................... 30 PARTY STORE / ICE CREAM Good Time Party Store ............................ 22 PERSONAL ASSISTANCE Senior Companion Care .......................... 24 PLUMBING Evans Plumbing ....................................... 24 Horton Plumbing ..................................... 38 REAL ESTATE Real Estate One ......................................... 23 SENIOR COMPANION CARE Senior Companion Care .......................... 24 WINDOW CLEANING JNP Magic Window ................................. 26 WINDOWS/WINDOW REPAIR R&H Glazing ............................................ 28

Snow Removal Request Form

Handicapped/Disabled List If you are in need of special attention with snow and ice removal, as a courtesy, the Association maintains a list of those Co-Owners and residents that need this service, forms can be obtained at the Clubhouse office. You must complete and return the Special Attention Form along with a copy of your handicap sticker that is displayed in your car. (We will make the copy for you.) Anyone with a permanent handicap plate will of course be on the list. However we will still need a completed form on file and we will need to know if this condition is a temporary or permanent condition. We cannot guarantee that Maintenance will be able to provide this special attention for every snow event; however, we will make every effort to do so. If you are requesting this special service, please fill in the information below.

Check the box below that applies to you: Co-Owner is disabled Co-Owner is disabled and employed full-time or part-time. Co-Owner is disabled and has regular scheduled doctor appointments, therapy sessions, chemotherapy treatments etc.
Please describe:

Date: Co-Owner Name: Address: Phone(s):

Unit #:

Please fill out the form completely, explaining your disability and your reasons for requesting that you be placed on the Disabled List Residents who meet the above criteria and provide a doctors note stating your disability will have the snow cleared away from their porch and sidewalk first.
DECEMBER 2011

HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - November 21, 2011
The monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of Highland Lakes Condominium Association was on the third Monday of the month, in accordance with the By-Laws of the Association. President Kathy Baldwin called the November 21, 2011 regular meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 7:30 p.m. Attendance The following Directors were present: Kathy Baldwin, Michelle Todorov, Kathleen Connor, Tom Byrne, Clem Tulley and Judy Nakdimen. (Sandy Nolan was excused). Also present were Joe Poma, Property Manager, Ken Wiewiora, Maintenance Superintendent, and Shannon Crowley, Administrative Assistant. Approximately 35 Co-Owners were also present.

Approval of Minutes:

Minutes of the October 17, 2011 Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors, Minutes of the October 17, 2011 Executive Meeting of the Board of Directors Joyce Elvy reported to the Board. Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Sandy Nolan to accept the Finance Committee Report dated October 19, 2011 and their recommendations. All in favor. Motion passed. Board Action: Motion by Michelle Todorov, support by Kathleen Connor to accept the Finance Committee Report dated November 16, 2011 and approve recommendation #1 and reject recommendation #2. All in favor. Motion passed. Board Discussion: Tom explained that the Board wanted more time to review and discuss the recommendation to discontinue plowing Silver Spring Drive, and were not prepared to make a decision at this meeting. Robert Armstrong reported to the Board. Board Discussion: Tom asked if the Pet Pails were installed in all courts. Robert answered that they are installed in about 15 courts so far, and explained that the committee is still researching a cost-effective, durable, weather resistant receptacle that can be used so that the program can be expanded throughout the complex. Kathy added that the locations where the Pet Pails are installed will be listed in the flyer as well. Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan support by Judy Nakdimen to accept the Court Captain Committee Report dated November 3, 2011 and their recommendation. All in favor. Motion passed. Judy OConnor reported to the Board. Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor support by Michelle Todorov to accept the Clubhouse Committee Report dated November 7, 2011 and their recommendation. All in favor. Motion passed.
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Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne support by Sandy Nolan, to approve and file the Minutes as presented. All in favor. Motion passed. Terry McNally reported to the board. Board Action: Motion by Tom Byrne, support by Sandy Nolan to accept the Engineering Committee Report as printed dated November 16, 2011 with the recommendations. All in favor. Motion passed. Discussion: Joe stated that hed just received an engineering request (11/21/11) for a doorwall replacement for a resident who recently lost her husband. The modification meets HLCA requirements. She understands that there is no Engineering Committee or Board meeting for the month of December. Joe said he would be submitting the request directly to the board for approval so that she wouldnt have to wait two months to have the work done.

Finance Committee Report: See report on pages 14-15 Engineering Committee Report: See report on page 18

Court Captain Committee Report: See page 16

Herald Committee Report:

Clubhouse Committee Report: See report on page 17

Verbal Report Marty Tingstad reported to the Board. Marty explained that the November meeting had been cancelled, and apologized to Kathleen and Sandy for not relaying the message to them in time. He added that hes had conversations with Wilma Leonard and Shannon Crowley about the fact that the committee is concerned that the Herald is not getting the widespread readership they would like to have. The committee hopes that including the Know Your Neighbor as a regular feature in the Herald (like Have You Heard and Welcome to the Neighborhood) would generate more interest and readership. This feature would include personal stories from residents as well as include our neighbors in Northville outside of Highland Lakes. In an effort to involve more people and get their thoughts and ideas, the committee is planning an insert for the December Herald that can be completed and submitted to the office. It will be an extension of Wilmas article in the November Herald.

Marty invited residents to catch future issues of the Herald to read about beat reporters, stringers, and yentas.

Board Action: Motion by Kathleen Connor support by Tom Byrne to accept Marty Tingstads Verbal Report for the Herald Committee. All in favor. Motion passed. rather involves the mechanical code office of Northville Township and the mechanical inspector. The association then hired a mechanical engineer firm, and went through exhaustive details trying to get a report on what we can or cant do to the installed fireplace systems, and they said that they couldnt certify a modification to a system without first asking the manufacturer. The manufacturer is, at the end, the one who is able to authorize an alteration to its own system. When we contacted the manufacturer, their response was that the system is an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) tested and labeled system, and we are very limited as to what we can do because the unit is certified as a system, and most of the elements cannot be changed. This limitation prevents us from making repairs to the system using aftermarket, non-tested parts that could be faulty and ultimately would make Highland Lakes liable or negligent because we didnt go through appropriate channels to safeguard our residents. There is a reason the mechanical engineers and manufacturers were so hesitant to allow us to do anything to the system. For example, if you have a chimney with damage, such as a break or opening in the chimney pipe, and Highland Lakes allows you to install tubing that doesnt have its own fire rating, (there are many fireplace inserts that offer dryervent type duct work that go up the old chimney and terminate at the roof - they dont have their own fire rating; they rely on the fire rating of the previous system), there is no fire rating to support the new system. This is a fire hazard. Joe explained that the consensus was that if were going to allow any kind of replacement to damaged fireplaces, that the replacements would have to have its own individual fire rating; it would basically have to be a system that could be installed in a wall that never had a fireplace. As far as decommissions, the mechanical engineers (in harmony with our corporate counsel and the Township of Northville), came together with a plan of how we can decommission a fireplace that is no longer safe. In order to pull a permit, and to have the work approved as decommissioned, the system can have no evidence that it could still be used as a fireplace. If a visitor came to your unit, there can be no doubt in their mind that the fireplace cannot be used. Therefore, simply disconnecting the chimney from the top only wasnt enough. The mechanical engineers came across with a procedure that was acceptable to the Township of Northville as far as a decommission. The Township did not want to let us go that route because (as far as they were concerned), the best solution was to completely

Fireplace Q & A - Open Forum

Kathy Baldwin: Kathy explained that at the October Board meeting it was decided that the board would dedicate time during the November meeting to answer questions co-owners may have about fireplace decommissions and the proposed Fireplace Alteration Request Form. She added that Joe would be fielding most of the questions as he has been the one that has been handling most of the process. Joe Poma: Joe opened the discussion by giving a short history of the progression of how we got to this point concerning decommissions and fireplace replacements. Joe said that when Highland Lakes initially began considering the roofing project, we started researching what types of permits would need to be pulled with the Township. We knew we were going to have to adjust the rooftop ventilation systems; we also knew that fireplace and chimneys were 40 years old at Highland Lakes, and over the course of these years there were sporadic fires on the property, but we werent sure of the cause of many of them. The fireplaces installed in Highland Lakes are prefabricated units; the chimney sections are twist-locked together, they are double-walled and made of steel. He explained that even though the inside of the chimneys are stainless steel, the outside are galvanized steel and still prone to rust. The association made a decision to inspect the fireplace systems. At that point, the association consulted two different entities: the Township of Northville, and our corporate counsel. We asked the Township, What must we do when we go to pull a permit to do roofing at Highland Lakes, or to repair one of our fireplaces that needs to be repaired or needs to be replaced because it is out of date or otherwise dangerous? The Township mechanical inspector said that in order to modify an appliance, (such as our fireplaces), and pull permits and have it approved, wed have to have it certified by a mechanical engineer who is well versed in this type of system, and knows whats involved and knows if what were doing is safe to do. Joe explained that because we have so many units and the units are essentially connected to one another, we have more to be concerned with than just an individual unit. We then checked with our corporate counsel, who affirmed that it is best that we consult a mechanical engineer to have the modification certified. Once the modification is certified by a mechanical engineer, we can pull permits, and it will be an approved operation at the township level and under the code. This type of operation doesnt involve the fire department, but
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tear out the old system from the wall. However, realizing that theres 40 years worth of wallpaper, tile work or wood work, the Township gave us some leeway and allowed us to do the decommission procedure so as not to destroy the surrounding wall and minimize repair costs. In so doing, they required us to make it obvious by (1) tearing out the inner wall, (2) painting Not Rated foR fiReplace Use inside the opening, and (3) plating over the opening so that no one would ever use it as a fireplace again. This is something that the mechanical engineers adopted, and was acceptable to the Township of Northville as far as permit pulling and approval, and is something that our corporate counsel advised us to do, and thats why we proceeded along the path that we did. Joe referred to the rough draft of the Fireplace Alteration Request Form that was printed in the November Herald. He explained that the form is still in its infancy, and is the associations attempt to come up with a list of fireplaces that would be acceptable for installation in a wall in Highland Lakes. (Not just one that had an old fireplace, but any wall in Highland Lakes). The form outlines fireplaces that can stand alone and work in the absence of a rated system in the wall. Joe then opened the floor for questions: Q: Is the plating strictly on the interior of the of the fireplace and not on the front of the opening? If you look at your fireplace, most have wood work or tile work around the fireplace, and then there is a twoinch black lip that goes around the fireplace opening. Thats where part of the metal exterior is exposed. The plate will be screwed to that metal lip around the opening of the fireplace, and when youre ready to install a new system that plate simply unscrews and comes off. Q: If Im shopping for a fireplace, is there a code or something I should look for? Your initial inquiry can be Can I install this fireplace into a wall that didnt have one? Whatever system you choose to install, it must be fire rated. Q: Would a ventless fireplace be the way to go rather than vented? There are three states and an additional 24 counties, and most of Canada have already outlawed ventless fireplaces. In a ventless system, natural gas is being combusted and it does not require the use of a chimney to vent the carbon monoxide. They are 99.5% efficient and make very little exhaust when they work. In order for a ventless system to work properly, it must be a very clean functional system. However, you could start getting spiders or cobwebs or different things inside your condo that could cause the flame to
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not burn correctly. (Potpourri, incense or anything giving off a scent in the condo can be re-burnt in the gas through the flame). These other contributing factors can make the flame to burn not fully clean. There is also a safety valve in the fireplace that monitors carbon monoxide emissions. However, if the valve fails then your fireplace could begin venting carbon monoxide into the condo. This is why a lot of states have already or are considering outlawing them. Q: Has the association chosen a brand of electric fireplace they will approve of? Once installed, does it have to be inspected? Electric inserts are the safest fireplace you can install, as long as it is installed properly. There are a variety of options; you can purchase one as inexpensive as $200 or you can spend as much as $1000. The more expensive units are usually larger and fit in the opening of your old fireplace better. The association is not limiting you as far as what brand or style of electric fireplace you may purchase as long as it is a UL rated appliance. It does have to be inspected if youre hard wiring the fireplace into the unit (as opposed to plugging it into an electric socket.). When you pull a permit to hard wire it into your unit, the Township is going to require that you have an electrician do that kind of work, and then they will inspect it to make sure that it was done correctly. The association would then likely follow up to ensure that the work was completed and that it passed the township inspection. Q: My fireplace was leaking into the firebox before it was decommissioned; If I remove the fireplace, will I have a leak in the attic? It depends on whether the leak was a result of the chimney cap being rusted out, or a leak from the roof itself (coming through the boards). When we decommission a fireplace DA Mechanical is installing a cap under the chimney cap that prevents any water infiltration from coming past the baffles into the attic. Also, if were aware of a roof leak and are not sure where the leak is coming from, were having DA inspect the leak and do the repair if our maintenance cant troubleshoot it. Q: I am considering removing the entire fireplace. Is the stack supported off the insert? Does the stack have to come out as well? Also, if I pull both the chimney and the stack, am I going to have to open up a lot of drywall? Is a complete tear out going to be part of the fireplace replacement form? Were not requiring a major alteration request if you pull the fireplace out. You are going to have to cut into the drywall about 4 wide and 5 tall. Once you pull the fire box out, you can start untwisting and

pulling chimney sections out. Joe reiterated that the chimney inspections done revealed so much that could have been a hazard had the fireplace been used. He said hes had several residents that had a disconnection in the chimney - an inch wide gap just 3 above the firebox in the wall, and the only reason why the building didnt burn down was because the resident said, In 30 years of living here, I never got around to lighting a fire. Those are the types of hazards that these inspections revealed. He said that the process was definitely productive. Q: The cost of decommissioning is being borne by the association, not the individual co-owner. What is the cost of decommission? The base cost is $552, and then there is a small fee to install the cap under the old chimney cap to ensure water doesnt leak in. The final cost is about $570. Q: Are permits being pulled for the individual decommissions? Is the association paying to pull permits? The association is not paying to pull permits, but the township is fully aware of what were doing. Q: Have all the fireplaces in the complex been inspected? There are a just a handful that have not been inspected; because of scheduling issues we havent been able to gain access to their unit. Q: I have not been notified that there is a problem with my fireplace. Am I to assume everything is fine? If you have not received a letter, most likely you are fine. But if you have any doubts, see Joe and he will review your chimney inspection with you. Kathy said that the Board has reviewed the rough draft of the Fireplace Alteration Request Form and they will be meeting with the Engineering Committee to modify it and revise it to make it simpler to understand. Q: I am intending to get an electric fireplace and have it hard wired as you suggested. How would I go about pulling the permit? First, go to the store of your choice and pick out the fireplace you want. Then get a licensed installer to professionally install the unit. (The store where youre purchasing the unit from will likely be able to refer you to an installer). Let the installer know that you require that they pull the permit, and the licensed installer will go to the Township and pull the permit and take care

of it from there. Q: If we have about 500 fireplaces on the property and about 100 of them are being decommissioned, then we have 400 functioning fireplaces that are over 30 years old. Are we going to do anything on an ongoing basis to check the safety of our fireplaces in the future? According to HLCAs Chimney Cleaning Policy, any resident that has a fireplace that has an open chimney is responsible to maintain it by having it cleaned and inspected annually. We are still keeping a record of inspection receipts in the office. With the inspections that we did on a property-wide basis, we did a round of cleaning of the entire property while checking the systems. Even so, the residents are still responsible to have their chimney cleaned and inspected on an ongoing basis. Most of the chimneys that were inspected by Dr. Flue and found to be in excellent condition were from nonuse. Using a fireplace inherently causes issues in the chimney, which is why it must be inspected annually. Q: At one point we didnt know every unit that had a fireplace. Do we now know which units have fireplaces? Yes. Were also accumulating data as to which units are gas vs. wood burning. Q: We received a letter that our decommission is scheduled for December 7th, but theres no time indicated on the letter? Theyre decommissioning fireplaces on the same day theyre installing heat shields around the hot stacks in the attic. Theyre typically starting at 9:30 a.m., so they may start around that time, but may be finishing later in the afternoon depending on how many decommissions they have to do in the building that day. Resident Comment: Ive had my fireplace decommissioned, and the workers were very polite, they were clean and very professional. They really did a wonderful job. I expected it to be a mess, but they did a fabulous job. Kathy remarked that this has been a good discussion, and the board and management will keep the residents informed as we move forward with the process. She asked if anyone had any suggestions or questions about the fireplace alteration form. There were no questions or suggestions offered by co-owners at this time. Joe stated that the association has contracted again with Superior Shine to clean out the gutters in the buildings, so over the course of the next few days co-owners may see them on their roof. Superior Shine has been instructed to notify residents that the work has been done by leaving door hanger tags or flyers.

Additional Comments
Terry McNally commented regarding the Pet Pails installed in his court. He noted that the wear-and-tear was visibly more in some courts than in other and suggested that it had to do with where in the bin the bucket is positioned and how the rubbage is being thrown into the receptacle.
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Maureen Osiecki remarked how much she enjoyed the Decorating Party on November 19th and complimented the Clubhouse Committee for their decorating and the Community Social Committee for the activities they sponsored. She added that it takes a lot of volunteer work to put on this kind of event and their effort is very much appreciated. Michelle commented that for this event she noted a 70% increase in participation this year over last year. Every year its generating more excitement, and people are looking forward to each event.

Michelle thanked everyone for their attendance and participation admonished the co-owners saying, As Steve Lone once told me, If you want to feel better about the decisions being made, get involved. Stay informed. Donna McNally commented that she is very happy with the new lights that have been installed on her court. She said it is much brighter and feels a lot safer. Kathy wished everyone Happy Holidays and adjourned the meeting.

The Meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m.

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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

COMMITTEE: Finance MEMBERS PRESENT: Joyce Elvy, Chairman Joy Gaskin Frank Jensen Ralph Downey Earl Smith MEETING DATE: October 19, 2011 GUESTS PRESENT: Tom Byrne (Treasurer), Board Liaison Kathy Baldwin, Board President Kathleen Connor, Board Member Joe Poma, Property Manager

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. September 30, 2011 Year End Financial Statement was discussed. There is a surplus for 2011. Our investments have struggled in the last 2 months, but we did have a surplus at year end. Tom advised we are highly diversified and can quickly move our funds to a safer position. 2. The Maintenance Superintendant has requested the purchase of two items: Mower to replace the 2006 Toro Mower. Four quotes were presented. New Ford Pick-up with plow and light bar. The low bid was approximately $49,700. The committee question why a GM product was not included and if a used vehicle would be a viable option.

3. In reference to the Vision Committees recommendation to power was certain visible buildings, two bids were presented to the Finance Committee. This is not a budgeted item and little support was generated. 4. The Treasurer, Tom Byrne, state he would try to provide the Finance Committee with reasons and details of large expenditures prior to Board action. We would also be permitted to review quotes, bids, and contracts. 5. The Committee has agreed to change our regular meeting date to the Wednesday prior to the monthly board meetings

COMMITTEE ACTION
Motion by Earl Smith, 2nd by Frank Jensen to support the mower purchase from Marks Power Equipment in the amount of $4240 total with tax. Approved by all members. Motion by Frank Jensen, 2nd by Joy Gaskin to include a bid on a GM vehicle for the requested pick-up and to consider a used vehicle. Approved by all members. Motion by Joy Gaskin to deny the Vision Committees request to power wash certain buildings. Approved with 1 abstain

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approve the mower purchase from Marks Power Equipment in the amount of $4240 total with tax. Submit bid for a GM vehicle and a used vehicle for the requested pick-up truck. Deny the Vision Committees request to power wash certain visible buildings.

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Submitted by Earl Smith
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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

COMMITTEE: Finance MEMBERS PRESENT: Joyce Elvy, Chairman Robert Armstrong, Co-Chairman Joy Gaskin Ralph Downey MEETING DATE: November 16, 2011 GUESTS PRESENT: Tom Byrne (Treasurer), Board Liaison Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison Kathy Baldwin, Board President Kathleen Connor, Board Member Joe Poma, Property Manager

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. The Committee revisited the Maintenance Superintendants request to purchase a New Pickup with plow and light bar. After reviewing the bids presented for Ford and Chevy trucks, the committee agreed to recommend the purchase of the Ford F350 2012 from Signature Ford. The plow and light bar were also discussed and there were no objections. 2. The Committee reviewed and discussed the bid pack for phase two of the roofing project. There were no outstanding questions. 3. The Committee reviewed and discussed the proposed Fireplace Major Alteration Form as printed in the November Herald. The committee felt that the form was too lengthy and confusing and should be revised. 4. There was a discussion about Silver Spring Drive. Since this is a Wayne County road the consensus was that its maintenance, including plowing, is the responsibility of the county.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approve the purchase of the F350 Truck from Signature Ford in the amount of $43,334 total with tax. It is recommended that the association not plow Silver Spring Drive.

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, January 11 at 7:00 p.m. Submitted by Joyce Elvy

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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

COMMITTEE: Court Captain Committee MEMbERS PRESENT: (12) Robert Armstrong Joel Lutz Martin Tingstad Judy Weaver Donna McNally Terry McNally Pauline Raeburn SUbJECTS DISCUSSED: 1. The meeting began promptly at 7:00 P.M. We discussed the Pet Pail project and the continuing effort to keep our grounds clean. Robert went to Park Place and inquired about their pet policy. It was discovered that they have 10 buildings that allow dogs. The buildings are right above Silver Springs Dr. They also have one common apparatus that holds plastic bags for securing pet waste on their grounds. We feel that we get a lot of pet traffic from that complex. Replacing the plastic receptacles placed in the dumpsters with sturdier pails is costly and replacing the current models with new when they are no longer effective is more affordable. Donna McNally brought a flyer which could be published to promote the pet pail use. 2. There is definitely a Pet Leash ordinance in effect in Northville. Not all residents comply with that ordinance. 3. Joe Poma sent out letters to certain residents who have children that were endangering themselves by playing and/or riding bikes, skateboards, etc. in the courts to remind them that this was not a safe practice and it appears the letters have been effective. 4. It was mentioned that Northville Township may have a training program through the Department of Public Safety via First Responders for gathering information of what to do in the event of a tornado or other emergency situations. That will be confirmed by Joel Lutz. 5. Residents are encouraged to have back patio lights illuminated at night. It is very dark in the backs of our units and use of proper lighting would discourage any possible mischief. 6. Our next meeting will include cookies and beverages. Our group voted YES, to bring your significant other to the December meeting to enjoy the treats. GUESTS PRESENT: (6) Betty Parzych Barbara Evans Barbara Adams Tom Kopack Jim Weaver Madalyn Cooper Pat Raeburn Ray Parzych Lorraine Scully Tom Werner Kathy Baldwin, Board President Clem Tulley, Board Liaison MEETING DATE: November 3, 2011

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE bOARD: Publish the flyer in the Herald promoting the use of the PET PAILS to keep the trash areas clean and prevent costs from going up.

NEXT MEETING: Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Submitted by: barb Adams, Secretary

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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

COMMITTEE: Clubhouse MEMBERS PRESENT: Judy OConnor, Chairperson Rayda Warren Thomas Neumann Betty Parzych Pauline Raeburn Myra Santoni MEETING DATE: November 7, 2011 GUESTS PRESENT: Judy Nakdimen, Board Liaison Tom Byrne, Board Liaison

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. THANKSGIvING RENTAL. A Board member requested approval to rent the Clubhouse for the afternoon hours on Thanksgiving. Payment for an attendant would be unnecessary because another Board member agreed to monitor. 2. HIGHLAND ROOM. HLCA maintenance staff have completed installation of the cabinets and countertop; everyone is thrilled with the result. Good job! 3. HALLwAy PAINT. Members unanimously selected Benjamin Moore Tea Light 471 to paint the back hallway all the way to the Main Lounge. 4. RENTAL ExCEPTION fOR ExTRA HOURS. Apparently, the Co-Owner renting the Clubhouse for an event starting in the afternoon continuing through the evening hours has done so before without extra charge. Since she wasnt informed of the extra charge up front, members agreed to recommend waiving the additional payment this time only. 5. LIBRARy INSERT IN HERALD. All agreed that the color insert in the Herald featuring the 6. LIBRARy LOOKED GREAT. Thanks to Shannon and the Herald Committee. 7. UNDECORATING PARTy. The party to take down and pack Christmas decorations will start at 4:00 p.m., January 7, 2012. BYOB and an hors doeuvre. Come join the fun. 8. DONATION. Gyda Werner generously donated a 20-cup percolator for use at Clubhouse events. Thanks, Gyda.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: 1. Approve Thanksgiving Day Clubhouse rental. 2. Waive the 2-hour extra charge for December, 2011 rental. NExT MEETING: Monday, January 9, 2012, 7:00 p.m. Submitted by Judy OConnor

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HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT

COMMITTEE: Engineering MEMBERS PRESENT: Thomas A. Werner, Chairman Terry McNally, Co-Chairman MEETING DATE: November 16, 2011 GUESTS PRESENT: Kathleen Connor, Board Liaison Clem Tulley, Director

MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED: 1. Unit 314 Entry Door Installation by Home Depot Meets HLCA Requirements Entry Door Installation by Homeowner Meets HLCA Requirements Handicap Ramp / Railing Installation by Andy Wright Meets HLCA Requirements

2. Unit 630

3. Unit 423

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Recommend approval on #1-3 NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas from the Engineering Committee!

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Board of Directors, Management, and Staff wishes you and yours a Very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Healthy, Happy New Year!
CLUBHOUSE
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Clubhouse Closed
Saturday, December 24 - Christmas Eve

Clubhouse Closed
Sunday, December 25 - Christmas Day

Clubhouse Closed

Ice Melter Is AvAIlAble At the clubhouse In three locAtIons:

Outside the front and back entrances and inside the Clubhouse in the Tool Room. Bring a sturdy container, sometimes empty coffee cans are available from the front office-ask the Receptionist.

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Monday, December 26 - Christmas (Observed)

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Friday, December 30 - New Years Eve (Observed)

Clubhouse Closes at 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 31 - New Years Eve

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2-3 inches - Clearing will begin during the snowfall and maintenance will work normal hours following the established Snow Policy. 4 inches or more Maintenance will clear on weekends and at night following the Snow Policy. snow 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.

largE SNow EvENtS: 6 inches or more - Maintenance will begin clearing main sidewalks and traffic lanes during the SNow EmErgENciES/BlizzardS: More than 10 inches - Efforts will be focused on keeping main roads, traffic lanes

and main sidewalks open to emergency traffic 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. spaces 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 the parking 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.

ParkiNg SPacES: After the primary snow removal efforts are completed, maintenance will begin clearing parking

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

HazardouS coNditioNS: During the winter, the weather conditions favor the potential for
slippery 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.

During the weekend, how much snowfall is required before maintenance will be called in?

Answer: 4 inches or more measured in more than three areas on the property. Answer: To attempt to bring some semblance of fairness, the starting point of snow removal efforts change each time.

Why does my court seem to be last during the recent snowfall?

Snow
Answer:

Removal

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 cannot fit in between parked cars. Answer: Leaving a small amount of snow provides traction to more safely walk. 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. Answer: 48 hours or less depending on the weather and the amount of snow. SECOND DAY 5 Approach Walks 6 Porches 21

Why did Maintenance leave a small amount of snow on the sidewalk this time? Why does the Association have an adopted snow policy?

How long should it take Maintenance to completely finish snow removal efforts?

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

FIRST DAY 1 Streets 3 Main Sidewalks 2 Clubhouse 4 Centers of Courts 7 Parking Spaces (Only if courts are clear of cars)

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In our most recent issues we have highlighted the achievements of a few of our Highland Lakes residents: AI Kopack, who won six gold and two silver medals from the Western Wayne County Senior Olympics; Luther Evans who made a 185 yard Hole in one; and last month David Divila who safely returned from his third deployment in the Middle East. We would like to recognize more of our neighbors who have a shining moment. If you, a member of your family, or a neighbor has a very special event or experience, please let us know so we can share that accomplishment with the Highland Lakes Community. Maybe youre celebrating a special anniversary or birthday or a new birth in the family. Perhaps your son has been named captain of the football team or your daughter had a record-breaking cross-country run. Whatever the achievement-if youre proud of it, share it with your neighbors.

Submissions can be placed in the Herald box at the Clubhouse or e-mailed to

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Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus

Editorial Page, New York Sun, 1897 Editor: Francis P. Church

We take pleasure in answering thus prominently the communication below, expressing at the same time our great gratification that its faithful author is numbered among the friends of The Sun: Dear Editor--I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, If you see it in The Sun, its so. Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus? Virginia OHanlon Virginia, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the scepticism of a sceptical age. They do not believe except they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be mens or childrens, are little. In this great universe of ours, man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge. Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus! It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The external light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished. Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies. You might get your papa to have men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas Eve to catch Santa Claus, but even if you did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but thats no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world. You tear apart the babys rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the strongest men, nor even the united strength of all the strongest men that ever lived could tear apart. Only faith, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernatural beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, Virginia, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding. No Santa Claus! Thank God! he lives and lives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay 10 times 10,000 years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood.
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A quiz about one of the greatest holiday television specials of all time, A Charlie Brown Christmas. The show first aired on US television on December 9, 1965 and was second only to Bonanza in ratings that night. Its a classic.
The story begins with Charlie Brown visiting his mailbox. He leaves the mailbox rather depressed. Why? a. No one has sent him any Christmas cards b. Too many credit card bills c. His red-haired dream girl sent him a 'Dear John' letter d. Snoopy has run away e. He receives news that the gift he ordered for Snoopy will not arrive before Christmas Charlie Brown pays a visit to the local psychiatrist for advice. Lucy decides that Charlie Brown needs to take his mind off his troubles. What does she suggest? a. A ride on the mall's Christmas train b. That he direct the Christmas pageant c. A shopping spree d. Building a snowman e. A trip to the North Pole Which bossy, female character confirms Charlie Brown's fears by saying that Christmas is "a big commercial racket run by a big Eastern syndicate"? a. Lucy b. Snoopy c. Schroeder d. Sally e. Pigpen Charlie Brown announces that the Christmas play is missing a crucial element. What is it? a. A Christmas tree b. Mistletoe c. A speech by Snoopy d. An inflatable snowman e. Peppermint Patty The group sends Charlie Brown out for a specific type of tree. What is he supposed to get? a. A Frasier fir b. A blue spruce c. A white pine d. A Douglas fir e. A big aluminum tree, preferably painted pink
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A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS QUIZ

Who goes to the Christmas tree lot with Charlie Brown? a. Woodstock b. Lucy c. Snoopy d. Linus e. Sally Meanwhile, back at the pageant, Schroeder is offended by Lucy's comments about his favorite classical composer. Who does she disparage by saying, "He never even got his picture on a bubble gum card!" a. Beethoven b. Schubert c. Vivaldi d. Wagner e. Handel What kind of tree does Charlie Brown bring back to the pageant, much to the dismay of the rest of the gang? a. A holly bush b. A shoe tree c. A 14-foot tall pine d. A tiny twig of a real tree, with needles falling e. A snow-flocked spruce Who wins First Prize in the neighborhood "Lights and Display Contest"? a. Sally b. Woodstock c. Charlie Brown d. Snoopy e. Linus Whose recitation of Luke 2:8-14 helps the Peanuts gang remember the true spirit of Christmas? a. Linus b. Pigpen c. Lucy d. Schroeder e. Charlie Brown
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Hi Neighbors! In my October column, I promised more safety tips. This column is geared to women in particular, although men can benefit also.

Safety tipS
When getting into your car in a parking lot or parking garage, be aware and look around you and into your car. If you are parked next to a big van, enter your car from the passenger door. Most serial killers attack their victims by pulling them into their vans while the women are trying to get into their cars. Look into the van and if you see a male sitting alone in the seat nearest your car, you may want to go back into the mall or work and get a guard / policeman to walk you back out. Its always better to be safe than sorry. (And better to be paranoid than dead!) Most women try to be sympathetic. Stop. The serial killer, Ted Bundy, was a good looking, educated man. He always played on the sympathies of unsuspecting women. Hed walk with a cane or a limp and would ask for help into his vehicle. This was how he would abduct his victim. If it is night and you think you hear a crying baby outside your home, call the police and do not open the door. The perpetrator may have a recording of a crying baby and be using it to lure you outside. The crying baby theory was mentioned on Americas Most Wanted when they profiled a serial killer in Louisiana. Its getting dark early now. Lets all remember to keep our porch and patio lights on. This is the number one deterrent in discouraging crime. Take care of yourselves and one another. We have a great community, and we can all work to keep it that way.

Happy Holidays to ALL!

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(PAY FOR 6 MONTHS, AND WELL WAIVE THE SET UP FEE!)

prepaid Yearly price Includes onE FREE montH!!

PRE-PAID YEARLY
(PAY FOR 11 MONTHS, GET 1 MONTH FREE!)

$165.00

$275.00

$440.00

$715.00

FULL PAGE CENTERFOLD / FRONT COVER / BACK INSIDE COVER

pREmIum SpACE AVAILABLE!

FuLL pAGE: $75.00/mo or $825.00/yr
Resident $3.00 Non-Resident $5.00 CLASSIFIED ADS up to 30 words (200 Characters)

THE HERALD DEADLINE IS THE 20TH OF EACH MONTH

For more information, contact Shannon in the Clubhouse: 248-349-4006 or email shannon@hlca.us 36
Make checks payable to Highland Lakes Condominium Association.

Highland Lakes Court Captains

NOTE: ALL AREA CODES ARE 248 UNLESS INDICATED OTHERWISE

Anchor Althea

Brandon Schultz.........734-765-1214

Ironwood Itham Juliet

Esther Allison.....................880-1673

Neptune

Robert Armstrong..............912-0266

Susan Diagnault.........734-502-2368

Bob Rudolph.....................924-2600

Norwood Oakland

Donna McNally..................347-0999

Amboy

Brad Todorov......................380-1611

Sandy Nolan (B 8) & (B 9)........349-3587

Earl Smith..........................349-6478

Andover

Kenyon Lagoon Lehigh

Pam Takacs.......................374-0864

Elizabeth Dombles..............Unlisted

Old Bridge Pond

Linda Tomica.....................349-6107

Aqueduct

Frank Eisenhauer..............348-9650

Chris Van Arnam...............982-3978

Diane Pittaway..................347-1078

Bryn Mawr Dartmouth Dearborn

Gloria Janks......................305-8044

Frances Moore.....................380-0552

Queen Anne Richards Sandy Savoy

Kathy Baldwin...................380-6429

Lehigh Lane Leidel Lilac

Sue Misiulis.......................344-4949

Dianne Hartman................229-3884

Martin Tingstad..................344-4928

Clem Tulley........................349-3125

Barbara Adams..................924-2306 Barbara Evans....................348-3087

Beverly Brenner.................348-2982

Dorothy Gay Eddington Farragut

Sonya Flegal.....................344-9789

Judy & Jim Weaver.........313-613-1479

Longwood Lyric

David Duey..................586-996-2098

Jim OConnor....................344-6600

Schoolhouse Seabrook Valiant

Peggy Zonca.....................348-5283

Ray Parzych......................349-9370

Lorraine Scully (B 89 & 90)....344-8703 Janice Booher (B 88)...........344-4229

Anne Marie Kuneman...........719-7722

Madison Malvern

Hayes

Elaine Horwath....................Unlisted

Ilio Alessandri....................449-6959

D. & G. Loudy (B 30)...........349-3308 John LaMarca...................773-7597

(B 28, 29, 31, 32)

Connie Haworth...................349-5047 Myra Santoni......................344-2568

View Point Whitman Windsor

Stanley Roberson..............596-1239

Inlet

Tom Kopack......................344-9743

Mann

Liz Thuss....................734-558-0220

Frank Jensen.......................Unlisted

Iron Gate

Pauline Raeburn...............344-9791

Mariner

Douglas Perrin.....................Unlisted 37

Tom Werner.......................349-4459

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DECEMBER 2011
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Womens Luncheon 12:00 noon Committee 7:00 p.m. FRIDAY SATURDAY

If you have any questions, please contact the clubhouse. Court Captain

Amended Bylaws Vote due July 31, 2012

WE NEED YOUR VOTE!

248.349.4006 clubhouse@hlca.us
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CHRISTMAS EvE (Observed)
Clubhouse Closed

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CHRISTMAS EvE
Clubhouse Closed

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Clubhouse Closed

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CHRISTMAS DAY (Observed)
Clubhouse Closed

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NEW YEARS EvE
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Clubhouse Closed

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Clubhouse Closed

Womens Luncheon 12:00 noon Court Captain Committee 7:00 p.m.

Monday - Wednesday.....9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday.................................Noon - 9:00 p.m. Thursday - Friday............9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Sunday...................................Noon - 5:00 p.m.

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