September 2019

Board Meeting
Monday, September 16, 2019
at 7:00 p.m.

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Re-siding Project Drawing

Page 2

Shrub Removal
Request Form
Pages 14-15

Volunteer Appreciation
Page 16

What’s Cooking?
Page 17

Karaoke Party
Pages 18-19

Enjoy Nature?
Pages 20-21

Helpful Hands/
Classified Ads
Page 23

Women’s Club
Page 29

SAVE THE DATE!

Pool Closing Party

September 1st

Christmas Party
December 7th

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20301 Silver Spring Drive Northville, MI 48167

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 The community is
invited to witness the
random drawing of
the order that our
buildings are to
be re-sided.
September 16, 2019
5 PM—6 PM

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 Highland Lakes
Management Section
Highland Lakes Board of Directors

Guy Balok, President

Michelle Todorov, Vice President
Margaret (Peggy) Zonca, Secretary
Ann Creviston, Treasurer
Michael Baynes, Director
Sandy Nolan, Director
Randy Blaylock, Director
This section of the Herald contains minutes of the Board of Directors’ meetings
and management information. This section is the official medium of communica-
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 48167
Phone: 248-349-4006 E-mail: clubhouse@hlca.us
Fax: 248-349-8821 Web: www.HLCA.us
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Guy Balok, President................... 734-667-3507 Sandy Nolan, Director................. 248-349-3587
Michelle Todorov, Vice President...248-380-1611 Michael Baynes, Director..............248-826-9435
Ann Creviston, Treasurer..............248-894-4961 Randy Blaylock, Director..............734-673-8733
Margaret Zonca, Secretary.......... 248-348-5283

PERSONNEL
Joe Poma........................................Property Manager Linda Nugent........................................Receptionist
Emily Lutzenkirchen.....Publications & Records Assistant Terry Duke............................................Receptionist
Sharon Englund.......................................Bookkeeper Aishia Anderson...................................Receptionist

COMMITTEE INFORMATION
COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON PHONE BOARD LIAISON
Clubhouse Barb Balok 734-667-3507 Sandy Nolan & Ann Creviston

Court Liaison Joel Lutz 248-349-6782 Peggy Zonca, Michael Baynes, & Guy Balok

Engineering Lorraine Scully ----- Guy Balok & Randy Blaylock

Community Social Brad Todorov 248-380-1611 Guy Balok & Michelle Todorov

Finance ----- ----- Michael Baynes & Ann Creviston

Grounds Joel Lutz 248-349-6782 Sandy Nolan & Peggy Zonca

Herald ----- ----- -----

Ecology Cathy Watkins 248-765-2327 Michael Baynes & Michelle Todorov

Pool Rosemary Campion 248-349-8227 Guy Balok, Peggy Zonca, & Sandy Nolan
Cheryl Huizing 248-231-7603

RV Hugh Battley 248-349-4841 Randy Blaylock & Michelle Todorov

Tennis Carol Shields 248-756-7066 Michelle Todorov

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
After Hours Emergency/Security (Jasmine Weddington)..................................................................248-349-4006
Northville Township Police-Non-Emergency .................................................................................248-349-9400
Northville Township Fire Department ..........................................................................................248-348-5807
Northville Township Police and Fire Emergency ........................................................................................... 911
After Hours Maintenance Emergency ..........................................................................................248-349-4006
Assessment/Billing Inquiries .....................................................................................................248-349-4006
Consumers Power Company .......................................................................................................800-477-5050
DTE-Electric Company ...............................................................................................................800-477-4747
Hazardous Waste Information .....................................................................................................734-326-3936
HLCA WOW! Account Rep (Bob Sivori) ........................................................................................248-808-9872
WOW! Sales & Support ............................................................................................................1-866-496-9669
HLCA AT&T Account Rep (Denise Smith) .....................................................................................810-265-4946
AT&T Sales & Support (Phone or U-Verse) ..................................................................................800-288-3466
HLCA Comcast Account Rep (Will Halatsis, Territory Manager).....................................................248-860-6785
Website .......................................................................................................................................www.HLCA.us
Association Facebook Page ..............................................................................................facebook.com/hlca.mi
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Highland Lakes
Herald

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Ilio Alessandri the Association.
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Beverly Dudley 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
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the right to solicit comments from those with opposing
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receptionist in Highland House. All materials submitted
must be signed, but signatures will be withheld upon request.
Communications to the Herald should be in writing. No
material will be accepted for publication in the upcoming
issue after the 20th of the month.

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Clubhouse Committee MEETING DATE: August 5, 2019
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Barb Balok, Chairperson Guy Balok, Board President
Judi Alessandri Ann Creviston, Board Liaison
Yvonne Wilson Peggy Zonca, Board
Elaine Anderson Charlene Cach
Kathy Baldwin
Betty Parzych
Cheryl Huizing

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Renovation Update: To finish the furnishings in the Main Lounge, a discussion of lamp and clock choices was started. It
was agreed that 2 floor lamps and 2 table lamps would be needed. Also, 3 clocks (1 large for Main Lounge and 2 smaller for
kitchen and Library) will be needed. A potential design (for kitchen and library) was found and group agreed to check out
availability.

2. Old /New Business: Discussion regarding a committee member's rental charge for memorial service may have been calcu-
lated in error. It was decided that the member's mother was actually a resident and therefore (according to rules) fee should
be waived.

3. Book Re Shelving: Reshelving was scheduled for Tuesday, August 6th @ 11:00 a.m.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: none

NEXT MEETING: Due to Holiday (Labor Day) next month’s meeting will be held Tuesday, September 3rd, 2019
@ 7 p.m.
Submitted by Barb Balok

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Court Liaison Committee MEETING DATE: August 1, 2019
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz, Chairperson Peggy Zonca, Board Liaison
Dianne Hartman Joe Poma, Property Manager
Barbara Evans Richard Wilson
Sharon Smith

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Windsor Court, Dartmouth Court – need a volunteer: Still seeking a permanent liaison for these courts. Joel Lutz will de-
liver Windsor, Barbara Evans will deliver Dartmouth this month.

2. Pond Court: Need a temporary CL for this month – Sharon Smith will deliver.

3. Corral trash carts – test carts: Trash carts are working well in the courts that have them. Joe Poma reported that 2 more courts
will be getting them. Joe also reported that the company that picks up the yard waste bags will not be able to pick them up more
often than once every two weeks. Their contract is up in 2021.

4. September meeting: It was decided that the September meeting will be a regular meeting and not a potluck since attendance
is so low.

5. New Business: Residents are encouraged to let Joe know if cable companies are not burying wires. All three cable companies
did respond when he called them previously.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: none

NEXT MEETING: Thursday, September 5, 2019 @ 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Sharon Smith

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Engineering Committee MEETING DATE: August 14, 2019
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Lorraine Scully, Chairperson Guy Balok, Board Liaison
Kim Hudson, Secretary
Dave Burfoot

MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:

1 Unit 14 Entry Door ED-1 4 Unit 465 Patio

Installation by: Home Depot Installation by: Tru-Cut Landscape
Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements

2 Unit 189 Patio 5 Unit 474 Entry Door ED-5/Storm Door SD-1
Installation by: Gen Handyman Services Installation by: McCarthy's Al Construction
Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements

3 Unit 443 (7) Windows

Installation by: Wallside Windows
Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: To approve modifications #1-5

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Submitted by Lorraine Scully

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Ecology Committee MEETING DATE: August 12, 2019
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Cathy Watkins, Chairperson Michael Baynes, Board Liaison
Liz Gannon, Co-Chair
Sherie DeFranceschi
Sharon Smith
Judy Nakdimen
Stan Roberson

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Discussed woods project and buckthorn removal.

2. Discussed budget.

3. Discussed pesticide management, spraying trees and lawn.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:

1. For 2020 have the Association use one day of Davey Tree for Ecology woods. We recommend the Association spend $6000.00
to remove buckthorn/invasive plants from common areas.
2. We recommend phragmite treatment should be once a year: mid-August to end of September.
3. We recommend to the Board that those in charge of turf maintenance and mowing become trained in best practices. I.e.:
MSU extension; Wayne County pamphlets.
4. We recommend to the Board that they adopt IPM (Integrated Pest Management) approach to tree spraying.
5. We recommend that the board contemplate the use of Association resources for the removal of invasive species refuse from
the property. We expect that this could be required as many as 18 times per year maximum (two times a month for a maximum
of 9 months). **All recommendations were tabled pending further discussion.**
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Cathy Watkins

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Grounds Committee MEETING DATE: August 12, 2019
MEMBERS PRESENT: Rosemary Campion GUESTS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz, Chairperson Richard Wilson Michael Baynes, Board
Sharon Smith Sherie DeFranceschi Joe Poma, Property Manager
Judy Nakdimen
Sandy Jarvis
Ilio Alesandra
Stan Robertson

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Planting Area Conditions: Areas include clubhouse, Seven and Eight Mile entrances and beach areas. Joe reported that
maintenance will dig a natural edge around the East side of the Eight Mile entrance landscaping. Discussion was held about
the condition of the hydrangeas located on the West side of the Eight Mile entrance. Committee members are charged to
look at them and the issue will be placed on the September agenda.
The poor condition of the landscaping around the beach area on Swan Harbor Lake was pointed out as well as the issue of
trash left on the beach. Two HLCA residents have been picking up the trash and attempted some weeding. Joe will have
the missing trash bin next to the beach replaced. Joe reported that sand was added to this beach this year. Joe also reported
that Water Landscape cuts down everything along the shore from the beach to the woods every spring. The plantings need
ongoing maintenance.
A question was asked about sand for the Silver Springs Lake beach. Joe reported that sand is usually added to the beaches
every other year. Next year will be the year for Silver Spring Lake.

2. Yews in Eight Mile entrance landscaping: Money was included in the 2019-20 budget request to replace the diseased juni-
pers with spreading yews.

3. Picnic tables: Two new picnic tables for the Silver Springs beach area have been ordered. They are constructed of material
that won’t rot. This purchase uses the rest of the committee budget for this fiscal year.

4. Budget for weeding: There no money left in this years budget for paid weeding.

5. Old Business: The clubhouse landscaping proposal needs to be refined and details decided for Board recommendation.
Money for the project was included in the budget proposal. This item will be on the October agenda.

6. New Business: It was requested that when dead limbs are pruned from the trees long stubs are not left.
Joe was asked to address the issue of weed whipping that is done too low, in some cases to bare ground. Joe stated that
shoulder straps to help carry the weight of the wand will be ordered.
It was requested that in conjunction with the siding program that some consideration be given to landscaping that is over-
grown and unruly.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: none

NEXT MEETING: Monday, September 9, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

Submitted by Joel Lutz

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Pool Committee MEETING DATE: August 13, 2019
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Rosemary Campion, Co-Chair Joe Poma, Property Manager
Cheryl Huizing, Co-Chair Guy Balok, Board Liaison
Barb Balok
Elaine Anderson
Mary Kay Wimsatt
Kathy Baldwin
Mary Gonzalez

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Pool Update: The gingerbread trim will be added to the pergola shortly. The remote is not working.

2. Lifeguard Update: Passed out gift cards to the lifeguards. Eric and Aishia will cover the last week.

3. Adult Karaoke Party: Occurred on July 27th. Party was fun, delicious food and great singers.

4. Hot Dog Daze: Occurred August 10th. There was a great turnout and 220 hot dogs were sold.

5. Committee Parties:
• Pool closing party is September 1st at 4:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share; start serving at 4:30 p.m.
• Adult Christmas Party will be December 7th, 2019.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: none

NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
Submitted by Cheryl Huizing

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Finance Committee MEETING DATE: July 15, 2019
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Joyce Elvy, Chairperson Ann Creviston, Board Liaison
Barb Balok Michael Baynes, Board Liaison
Charlene Cach Guy Baylock, Board
Kathy Baldwin
Richard Wilson
Denise Hein

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. The Committee reviewed the Financial and Variance Reports. Questions were discussed at the Board meeting immediately
following.
2. Additional dates were agreed on as the Committee continues to review the 2019-2020 Proposed Budget.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: none

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at 4:00 and Monday, September 16, 2019 at 4:00 (closed meetings)
Submitted by Charlene Cach

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 HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
SHRUB REMOVAL REQUEST FORM
Fall 2019
Deadline for removal requests is Tuesday, October 1st.

All requests must be approved by a Grounds Committee

representative and must be submitted in writing to the Clubhouse
office. This program will take place during the weeks of October 21 -
November 1, 2019. (weather permitting).

NAME UNIT #

ADDRESS

CONTACT NUMBER(S)

GENERAL LOCATION OF SHRUB TO BE REMOVED

The Association will bear the cost for the removal of the shrub(s) and recommends that the
co-owner purchase and plant a replacement shrub or some other attractive landscaping.
According to the Co-Owner’s Manual, SHRUB REPLACEMENT policy, Co-owners are
reimbursed $10 per shrub, up to two shrubs per year, for replacement of dead or diseased
shrubs. Please refer to Co-Owner’s Manual for complete details.

PLEASE SEE OTHER SIDE

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 SHRUB REMOVAL
INFORMATION
Because Highland Lakes is 48 years old, many of our
shrubs and bushes are overgrown or are in poor
condition. It has customarily been the practice that,
unless the shrub or bush is dead, the Grounds
Committee will not approve its removal. This policy
has been modified somewhat, to allow for the removal
of overgrown shrubs and bushes or those that are in poor condition.
There are conditions to be met however; these conditions are outlined
on the Shrub Removal Request Form on the other side of this flyer.
The time established for the fall 2019 Shrub Removal Program is during
the weeks of October 21-November 1.
Requests must be submitted to the Grounds Committee NO LATER
THAN October 1, 2019 so that the Committee has ample time to review
the request. The Committee has a mail box in the Clubhouse office.
Be sure the form is completely filled out.
The Association will bear the cost for the removal of the shrub(s) and
recommends that the co-owner purchase and plant a replacement shrub
or some other attractive landscaping. The Association will reimburse
you up to $10 toward a new shrub.
If such removal will necessitate a landscape plan, you must submit that
plan, along with a Grounds Request, indicating what you are putting in
as a replacement and a representative of the Grounds Committee will
inspect the planting. Please be aware that this program will only take
place during one week in October or November, weather permitting.
Please Note: Patio shrubs and bushes are not covered for removal; they are the
Co-Owner’s responsibility. This program only covers the bushes on common grounds.
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 VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION

We, at Highland Lakes, are very grateful for the volunteers in our community of approximately 1500 residents. We are a
self-run and self-managed association and we would not be able to function as well without volunteers. Volunteers are
always welcome on any of the Highland Lakes Committees. In this article of the Herald, we would like to highlight the
efforts of one of our longest serving and most involved residents who after many years as a resident is still serving us
today.

Judy Nakdimen aka Dragon Lady

We are sure many of you have seen Judy active on several committees in our community. She lives
on Scenic Lane and also serves as the court captain for Madison Court. When she moved to
Highland Lakes 32 years ago, she was at first unaware of the opportunities for participation. A
friend, who was one of the original residents, persuaded her to join the Clubhouse Committee
where she served for many years including several years as Chair. When the Clubhouse Committee
was not granted a budget, she used her love of cooking to present three annual “Taste of Spring”
dinners, each serving over 100 people which earned enough money to refurbish the Main Lounge.
She also organized the library which is located on the 2nd floor of the Clubhouse and occasionally
organizes the new contribution of books in categories for easier access. She then served on the
Board of Directors between 2007 and 2015. During her time on the Board, she was appointed to the EEDC (Employee
Evaluation Development Committee), where she helped rewrite the Employee Handbook, developed job descriptions
and performance evaluations, and assisted with the selection of the Property Manager. She also helped rewrite the Co-
Owner’s Manual. Since leaving the Board, she has worked on the Grounds, Ecology and Court Liaison Committees. The
Court Liaison Committee has been addressing the appearance and function of our trash corrals, and Judy is responsible
for the “Trash Talk” flyers posted on the corral gates. Sometimes, she provides refreshments on her patio for the
volunteers working on the Woodland Project (primarily removing buckthorn). She says trying to reach compromise with
the differing viewpoints of the Board and Committee members presents both challenges and rewards.

Now a bit more about Judy’s personal life. She was married for almost 34 years and has four children: daughters in
Grand Blanc, Mi. and Jacksonville, Fl. And sons in New York City and Brooklyn, NY. Her greatest joy is when the whole
family is able to get together as they did recently to celebrate her 89th birthday. She loves to share good food and wine
with friends and family.

Judy loves living in Highland Lakes where her condo provides a peaceful view of Silver Springs Lake. Before moving to
Northville, she lived in 19 different towns or cities around the USA. She attended the University of Kentucky and Ohio
University studying art, business, journalism, and advertising production. She retired 23 years ago after working for
more than 45 years. The last 33 years she was employed at Henry Ford Community College, where she served as Human
Resources Coordinator and EEO Officer. Her duties included development of improved hiring practices, labor
negotiations, and resolving discrimination and harassment complaints. During her retirement years, she has enjoyed
traveling, usually with family, to England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, and Switzerland.
Italy is the favorite and she has visited there 15 times.

In addition to Highland Lakes, she also volunteered in other organizations including more than 30 years in Community
Theater where her activities included costuming, production, designing and building sets, directing, publicity, program
covers and posters. Judy explained that sometimes it was impossible to get a job done with volunteers without cracking
the whip and a theater colleague and friend jokingly gave her the nickname “Dragon Lady.” Her current volunteer
activities include designing and knitting blankets for the homeless and for pediatric oncology patients, as well as working
at Civic Concern. She loves playing bridge; so, if you want to play, give Judy a call.

Thank you Judy for all your contributions to the beauty and welfare of Highland Lakes.

Submitted by Marianne Brandt and Michael Baynes

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 Empanadas

1-1/2 c. finely chopped onions ½ tsp. oregano

¼ c. olive oil 6 hard-boiled eggs, minced
1 lb. ground beef 5 c. flour
¼ c. raisins ¾ c. butter
¼ c. pine nuts 1 c. water
½ c. minced sweet red pepper 24 pimento-stuffed green olives
4 tsp. salt 1 egg, beaten
1 tsp. pepper 1 tbs. sugar

Sauté onions in oil until golden. Add meat and cook, stirring frequently, until
lightly browned. Add raisins, pine nuts, red pepper, 1-1/2 tsp. salt, pepper and
oregano. Cool. Add minced eggs. Chill for at least 1 hour. Sift together flour
and remaining salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add
water, a little at a time, stirring lightly with a fork. Shape into a ball, cover and
chill for 30 minutes. Roll dough 1/8-inch thick on lightly floured surface. Cut
into 3-1/2-inch circles. On half of each circle place an olive and a rounded
tablespoonful of meat mixture. Fold dough over meat, moisten edges and seal
securely. (May be frozen at this point. Thaw before proceeding.) Preheat
oven to 450. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Combine beaten egg and sugar;
brush over pastries. Bake for 20 minutes. Makes 24.

Recipe from Judy Nakdimen

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 Karaoke
Party
The Karaoke Party was a huge suc-
cess this year. Everyone had fun
watching those who took the plunge
and sang some favorite tunes under
the stars. The food was a catered af-
fair which included various grilled
meats as well as a tasty salad bar and
two Costco cakes. The Pool Com-
mittee whipped up plates of frosted
cookies. Yummy! Many thanks to
the Committee for providing a fun
night for all.

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 Submitted by Sandy Nolan
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 Enjoy Nature? Then protect caterpillars and
other beneÞcial or harmless bugs, think
twice before you spray pesticides.

Insecticides that kill destructive bugs also kill good guys like monarch
butterßies.

Many homeowners use pesticides to control unwanted visitors. But most of the insecticides used to
control harmful insects also wipe out the good bugs we enjoy or need for survival. Of the thousands
of insect species, it is estimated that only 5 percent
are considered harmful, cause damage or are life-
threatening to our crops. That means most insects
are valuable and beneÞcial, controlling unwanted
pests and pollinating the vast majority of food crops
we consume.

When it comes to mosquitoes and ticks, think twice

about your approach. The best way to guard against
bites is to wear appropriate clothing to reduce
exposure, limit time outdoors and apply insecticidal
repellents directly to the body. These options are
better than having the entire yard and garden fogged
or sprayed to reduce the pest problems.

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Just as with sprays that target plants, this global
approach to treating the yard can kill the beneÞcial
insects. Even organic or natural-based insecticides can
wipe out the good guys such as monarch butterßies.

These are simple tips to follow. Before any pesticide is

sprayed, ask yourself if it really needs to be treated.
And if it does, what is the best method of treatment?
And keep this thought in mind when you do spray: “It is
not just bad bugs I am killing but also the good ones.”
That thought will certainly make you think twice before
you pull the trigger.

What About the Home Garden? The answer is… Take a common sense approach to pest
control:

Do a little reading. Spend some time in your garden and consider using insect traps to identify
garden pests (not all insects are pests!). Learn about the enemy. What is its life-cycle? When you
understand the pest, you can time control measures to be most effective.

Determine your tolerance level. This level, called the economic threshold in commercial farming,
will vary greatly between gardeners. How much damage is a given pest creating and what is it worth
for you to get rid of it? Sometimes hand-picking a pest or blasting it off a plant with water will suffice
– and it’s free! Always remember: not all pests cause enough damage to require action. Again, it’s
a matter of common sense.

Let bugs do your dirty work. Release biocontrols, both as a preventative and as a control measure.
Also, attract natural predators to your garden by planting a row or border of “insectary plants.”
Fennel, calendula, coriander, dill, and cosmos are all considered good plants for attracting
beneÞcials.

Wage war, if you must. But like any good commander,

be aware of the effects of your actions and try to minimize
costs and casualties. If treatment is required, begin with
methods that are least damaging to natural controls and
the environment.

Learn about Integrated Pest Management.

Make history. Keep a record of what happens so you

know what worked and what didn’t. Not only will this help
in planning your garden next year, but it will probably
save you all kinds of time and money.

~ Liz Gannon, Ecology Committee

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 HIGHLAND LAKES
POOL CLOSING
PARTY
Sunday, September 1, 2019 at 4:00

BRING A DISH TO PASS

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Sept. 6 - First Friday Experience
Sept. 7 - Northville Food & Wine Festival
Sept 13-15 - Heritage Festival
Sept. 28 - Fit Fest
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 *in-home guidance & learning
*help selecting & buying gear
*TV, DVD, smartphones, apps
*computer hookup & config
*streaming & networking
*security & encryption

Join us at the Clubhouse for IT/AV SERVICE

407-326-0109 | ITAVservice@riseup.net
Drums Alive every Wednesday Highland Lakes Resident
at 9:30 a.m.
*Please bring a ball, bucket and
sticks to use.
Any questions please call Diane
Butkowski @ 248-982-2689.
www.HLCA.us
Visit our website to Download forms, browse the
photo gallery, read the newest Herald, bylaws, roofing
schedule, community calendar and much more!

SPECIAL
40 Gallon Gas
Water Heater
Installed for $975

I.S.E.
Garbage Disposal
Installed for $305

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 FURNACE TUNE-UP SPECIAL!

FURNACE TUNE-UP
Senior
SPECIAL
Discounts

WE SERVICE ALL BRANDS INCLUDING

Heating & air Conditioning
• Clean & Check
248-231-2102 • Oil Motors
• Clean Filters
HarrimanHeating.com • Check Thermostat
• Test Carbon Monoxide

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 ROGER THE HANDYMAN
**HIGHLAND LAKES PORCH • Need a light in
REPAIR** that closet?
• Does the door
stick?
REPAIR YOUR DETERIORATING
NO JOB
BRICKS & JOINTS
TOO SMALL...
WE BID THEM ALL!
Painting, Carpentry, Electrical,
QUALITY WORK AT AFFORDABLE
Plumbing, Drywall & Plaster Repair,
COST
Wallpaper Removal, Leaky Fixtures,
Wax Rings, Install Ceiling Fans.
**CALL R.A.R. CONSTRUCTION
SERVICES, INC. AT 248/444-6105 Bonded and Insured
FOR YOUR FREE INSPECTION AND CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE!
ESTIMATE**
1-888-391-4040
Sharon: 734-732-2066 roger: 734-732-0771

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R & H GLAZING, INC.
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WE REPAIR ANY WOOD, VINYL OR ALUMINUM WINDOW
SPECIALIZING IN BROKEN, SEALFAILED & FOGGED

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• Association Discounts FREE
• 10 Year Warranty on Glass ESTIMATE
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• Parts Available for Most Windows
• Completed Promptly & Efficiently
• Two Weeks Service on Most Jobs

DO YOUR WINDOWS HAVE...

• Seal Failure? Moisture in Glass?
• Windows Don’t Stay Up?
• Stripe Failure?
• Is Your Window Manufacturer
out of Business?

CALL NOW! Highland Lakes Residents

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Highland Lakes Women’s Club

SAVE THE DATE:
The next get-together will be
October 3, 2019 at noon
Peterlins
22004 Farmington Rd
Farmington, MI
Arranged by Bev Dudley
November 7, 2019 at noon
TBD

For further information about the Highland Lakes Women’s Club, you can contact
Bev Dudley at (248)349-4139 or leratcat@aol.com
All adult female residents of Highland Lakes are invited to meet with us!

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 Highland Lakes Court Liaisons
NOTE: ALL AREA CODES ARE 248 UNLESS INDICATED OTHERWISE

Anchor Ironwood Neptune

Tracey Green.........................321-4614 Barbara Balok.............734-667-3507 Lucy Curtis (B33)..............349-0301
Mary Kay Wimsatt (B34)...767-9846
Althea Itham Elizabeth Oliver (B35).......880-2637
Sue Tocco............................. 231-8960 Daniel Long................734-245-6191 .
Norwood
Amboy Juliet Stan Savitskie .............. ..946-4338
Brad Todorov..........................380-1611 Debra Behrmann........734-934-0625 .
Oakland
Andover Kenyon Earl Smith.........................349-6478
Pam Takacs............................374-0864 Elizabeth Dombles..............Unlisted
Old Bridge
Aqueduct Lagoon Linda Tomica...................349-6107
Amit Srivastava...............734-846-5281 Marchelle Brotz...........517-525-1661
Pond
Bryn Mawr Lehigh Diane Pittaway............... .328-4007
Robert Gorczyca.............734-751-7828 Lela Lutz............................349-6782 Queen Anne
Kathy Baldwin..................974-6688
Dartmouth Lehigh Lane
VACANT Dianne Hartman.................229-3884 Richards
Mike Baynes....................826-9435
Dearborn Leidel
June Macveigh.......................348-0113 Barbara Adams..................982-8247 Sandy
Beverly Brenner...............348-2982
Dorothy Gay Lilac
Gayathri Rao.........................344-8791 Barbara Evans...................348-3087 Savoy
. Jason Kraska.....................unlisted
Eddington Longwood
David Duey.....................586-996-2098 Jim O’Connor.....................344-6600 Schoolhouse
Leslie Wilcox.......... .........449-6726
Farragut Lyric
Beverly Dudley.........................unlisted Minda Commire.................701-0004 Seabrook
Andrea Valle.....................819-0704
Hayes Madison
D. & G. Loudy (B 30, 31 & 32) Judy Nakdimen.................344-0336 Valiant
..................................................349-3308 Ilio Alessandri ................ ..449-6959
Malvern
Inlet Viviana Lande ...................320-0691 View Point
Betsy Byrne...........................207-6221 Stanley Roberson.....734-674-3600
Mann
Irongate Sharon Smith.....................348-0706 Whitman
Diane Butkowski....................982-2689 Barbara Evans.................348-3087

Mariner Windsor
Douglas Perrin....................Unlisted VACANT

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covers Business
Servicing all your insurance needs:
• Condominium Associations
• Homeowners Associations
• Apartment Buildings
• Commercial Auto
• Director’s and Officers Coverage
• Fidelity Bond Coverage
• Equipment & Machinery Coverage
• Worker’s Compensation
• Contractors
• Unit Owner & Homeowner
• Personal Auto
• Life

Merrick Maris Brandon Brown

merrick.maris@fbinsmi.com brandonbrown@fbinsmi.com

(248) 257-5556
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56849 Grand River Ste. 12, New Hudson
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 September 2019
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Labor Day Clubhouse Drums Alive Yoga 9:30 a.m.
Pool Closing
Clubhouse Open Comm. 7:00 9:30 a.m.
Party 4:00 pm Women’s Club
noon - 9 p.m. p.m.
noon
Court Liaison
Yard Waste & Comm. Trash &
Recycling Pickup Recycling Pickup 7:00 p.m. Recycling Pickup
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Yoga 9:30 a.m.
Grounds Pool Comm.
Comm. Engineering
5:30 p.m. Comm. 7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Ecology Comm.
7:00 p.m.
Trash &
Recycling Pickup Trash Pickup Recycling Pickup Recycling Pickup
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Drums Alive Yoga 9:30 a.m.
Finance Comm. 9:30 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
Board Meeting
Yard Waste &
7:00 p.m.
Recycling Trash &
Recycling Pickup Trash Pickup Pickup Recycling Pickup
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Drums Alive Yoga 9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.

Trash &
Recycling Pickup Trash Pickup Recycling Pickup Recycling Pickup
29 30 1 2 3 4 5
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Drums Alive Yoga 9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m. Women’s Club
noon
Yard Waste & Court Liaison
Recycling Comm. Trash &
Recycling Pickup Trash Pickup Pickup 7:00 p.m. Recycling Pickup
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Clubhouse
Yoga 9:30 a.m. Drums Alive Yoga 9:30 a.m.
Comm. 7:00
9:30 a.m.
p.m.

Trash &
Recycling Pickup Trash Pickup Recycling Pickup Recycling Pickup

CLUBHOUSE SUMMER HOURS

Monday - Friday......................9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday.......................Noon - 9:00 p.m.