HIGHLAND LAKES

CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

April 2021
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Page 15

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Pages 16-17

What’s Cooking?
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Invasive Species Alert

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The Grounds Committee of Highland Lakes Condominium
Association is happy to announce that more memorial benches
will be made available for purchase, to be located along Silver
Spring Drive, in the near future. These benches, similar to those
seen on Curtis and Crystal Lakes, may be purchased to honor or
memorialize a loved one, and will be placed on cement pads
supplied by the Association. Anyone interested in sponsoring a
bench can leave a message at the office, (248) 349-4006, and
someone will be in contact with you to provide the purchase
details.

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 Highland Lakes
Management Section
Highland Lakes Board of Directors

Michelle Todorov, President

Margaret (Peggy) Zonca, Vice President
Sandy Nolan, Secretary
Guy Balok, Treasurer
Michael Baynes, Director
Denise Hein, 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
Michelle Todorov, President.......... 248-380-1611 Denise Hein, Director.................. 734-395-5422
Margaret Zonca, Vice President.... 248-444-1103 Michael Baynes, Director..............248-826-9435
Guy Balok, Treasurer.................... 734-667-3507 Randy Blaylock, Director..............734-673-8733
Sandy Nolan, Secretary............... 248-349-3587

PERSONNEL
Joe Poma........................................Property Manager Linda Nugent........................................Receptionist
Emily Lutzenkirchen.....Publications & Records Assistant Terry Duke............................................Receptionist
Beth Adams..............................................Bookkeeper Eric Rydman.........................................Receptionist
Amy Croan............................................Receptionist

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

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

Engineering ----- ----- Guy Balok & Randy Blaylock

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

Finance Kathy Baldwin & ----- Guy Balok & Denise Hein
Barb Balok

Grounds Joel Lutz 248-349-6782 Sandy Nolan & Denise Hein

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

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

Pool ----- ----- Peggy Zonca, & Sandy Nolan

RV Hugh Battley 248-349-4841 Michelle Todorov

Tennis Carol Shields 248-756-7066 Michelle Todorov

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
After Hours Emergency/Security.....................................................................................................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
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

The Highland Lakes Herald is the official news medium of

the Highland Lakes Condominium Association, serving all
residents, groups and organizations.
Herald Committee
(looking for volunteers)
The Association and its Board of Directors control and are
responsible for the contents of the Herald.
Herald Staff
Ray Parzych The staff of the Highland Lakes Herald serves on a voluntary
Betty Parzych basis. Editorials reflect the opinions of the staff and are not
Joel Lutz construed as representative of the general membership of
Gloria Janks the Association.
Ilio Alessandri
Luther Evans The Herald welcomes comments, suggestions and articles
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
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.

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 HIGHLAND LAKES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING MINUTES - March 15, 2021
The monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of Highland Lakes Condominium Association was held on the
third Monday of the month, in accordance with the By-Laws of the Association. Board President Michelle Todorov
called the March 15, 2021 regular meeting of the Board of Directors to order at 7:06 p.m.
Attendance
The following Directors were present: Guy Balok, Peggy Zonca, Sandy Nolan, Denise Hein, Michael Baynes,
Randy Blaylock and Michelle Todorov. Also present were Joe Poma, Property Manager, and Emily Lutzenkirchen,
Publications and Records Assistant. Approximately 10 Co-owners attended.
Approval of Minutes: a delinquency percentage of 1.5%.
Board Action: Motion by Guy Balok, support by Denise Clubhouse Committee Report: page 9
Hein, to approve and file the minutes of the February 15,
2021, Executive session of the Board of Directors. All in Discussion: The committee would like for members from
favor. Motion passed. other committees and the Women’s Club to join in planning
the 50 year celebration of Highland Lakes. Each committee
Financial Report: will be approached and asked to appoint one person per
committee to meet and brainstorm. Anyone who may have
Joe Poma reported. ideas or would like to participate is welcome to join. The 50
Income was favorable $762 in February mainly due to the year celebration meeting will be on June 1st at 7 p.m.
recurring AT&T income and the subdivision home income Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan, support by Peggy
for use of the Association’s recreational easements. Zonca, to approve the Clubhouse Committee report of
Administrative was favorable $8,417 due to administrative March 1, 2021. All in favor. Motion Passed.
payroll being under from fewer hours being worked and the Engineering Committee Report: page 10
audit being budgeted but not paid out yet.
Discussion: The committee chairperson spoke on behalf
Utility expense was unfavorable $20,040 mainly due to the of the committee. There have been some incidents where
gas and water bills. More people are at home during Covid the committee feels as if they are being left out of the loop.
which attributes to the bills. The accountant keeps an eye out Such incidents have left them feeling slighted. Though none
for any individual buildings with bills that are higher than of the incidents were done intentionally the committee
normal. If one is noticed the Association will look into what members decided it was in their best interests to resign. The
may be causing the higher amount. Association would like to thank them for their service at
Highland Lakes.
Clubhouse and pool were favorable $1,071.
A page has been added to the Windows, Door and Doorwalls
Grounds expense was favorable $6,430 due to maintenance Engineering application form showing that the contractor
wages being under from fewer hours worked and a staff must apply the same type of trim that the siding company
shortage. used on the newly sided buildings. Each approval letter to
residents includes a copy of their Engineering Request Form
Maintenance repair and supplies were favorable $3,363 to be shared with the contractor for information and rule
mainly due to lack of unit maintenance and repair along purposes.
with the community trash and compost being under budget. Board Action: Motion by Guy Balok, support by Randy
Blaylock, to approve the Engineering Committee report
The taxes and insurance category was favorable $1,990. of March 10, 2021, and the recommendations to approve
In the month of February the Association was unfavorable modifications #1-7. All in favor. Motion Passed.
$7 and year-to-date favorable $43,374. Finance Committee Reports: pages 11-12
Board Action: Motion by Guy Balok, support by Denise Board Action: Motion by Guy Balok, support by Denise
Hein, to approve the financial report of March 15, 2021. All Hein, to approve the Finance Committee report of January
in favor. Motion passed. 18, 2021, and to table the recommendation for further
Treasurer Report: discussion. All in favor. Motion Passed.

Guy Balok reported. Board Action: Motion by Guy Balok, support by Sandy
Nolan, to approve the Finance Committee report of February
In the month of February total expenses were $343,117 with 15, 2021, and to table the recommendation for further
discussion. All in favor. Motion Passed.
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Grounds Committee Report: pages 13-14 lifeguard, have been hired on for the pool season. Around
four more lifeguards need to be hired.
Discussion: The committee is requesting more money be
added to their next yearly budget to hire Plantwise to removeThe Board has been using Zoom for about a year now for
buckthorn again. Plantwise did an amazing job last year. It public meetings and the contract is up for renewal. It will
was recommended that the committee contact Plantwise to cost $800 for unlimited time and up to 500 participants. Each
set a date in November. meeting no more than 20 people have attended therefore
a smaller priced package may be more suitable. It will be
There are 10 evergreens that are mostly dead. The committee looked into for further details.
will go around and identify the trees for Joe so that he can
add them to the Davey Tree spreadsheet. Meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m.
The bridge over Rippling Lane to the beach is in need of
repair. Due to the necessary work and manpower needed,
hiring an outside company would be the best option.
Board Action: Motion by Randy Blaylock, support by Sandy
Nolan, to approve the Grounds Committee report of March 8,
2021, with the intentions of acting on the recommendations.
All in favor. Motion Passed.
Co-owner Forum:
A large tree branch is hanging over a resident’s patio on Iron
Gate Ct. If it falls it will likely cause damage. It will be added
to the Davey Tree spreadsheet. The same tree has a long root
that goes under the same patio. Davey Tree could section out
the root if they foresee it causing the patio damage but doing
so does carry the risk of killing the tree.
A question about allowable fire pits in the community vs.
what the Northville Township allows. The only type of fire
pit allowed at Highland Lakes is propane.
A resident showed interest in joining a few committees. If a
resident is interested in joining or checking out a committee
they may attend the meeting at the date and time shown on
the back of the Herald. All the committees are accepting new
members.
Crystal Lake Drive is up for repaving this year. A start date
has not been established but is anticipated to occur in April
or May. Depending on what is involved the project may take
up to a month or more.
Old Business:
At the last public meeting a group of residents voiced
safety concerns on Crystal Lake Drive. The Board did some
additional research and it is recommended that two 15 mph
signs be put on both ends of the curve. Also, five cars have
been parked on the road for awhile now and have not moved.
It is recommended that the owners be notified to move the
vehicles.
Board Action: Motion by Sandy Nolan, support by Michael
Baynes, that two 15 mph signs are put on both ends of the
curve on Crystal Lake Drive. All in favor. Motion Passed.
New Business:
The Pool Committee was on hiatus last year due to the
pandemic. The committee will be reactivated soon. In the
meantime keep an eye out for a pool survey in the Herald.
Also, five lifeguards from last season, including Eric as head

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Clubhouse Committee MEETING DATE: March 1, 2021
meeting via Zoom
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Barb Balok, Co-Chair Rosemary Campion Peggy Zonca, Board Liaison
Kathy Baldwin, Co-Chair Yvonne Wilson Sandy Nolan, Board Liaison
Elaine Anderson Richard Wilson Guy Balok, Board Treasurer
Mary Kay Wimsatt Joe Poma, Property Manager
Cheryl Huizing

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
1. Renovation Update: Framed artwork was purchased and maintenance hung them in the Billiards Room and Fitness cen-
ter. Selection of fire pit replacement has been made by email vote. American Gas issued us a quote of $1,036 + tax for an
open pan, remote control, Shoreline Driftwood unit to replace outdated unit we currently have. It will cost us $200 to have
them tear out old and $1,036 + tax to put in new. This price is within the $1,400 budgeted.

2. Old/New Business: Discussion of ideas for 50 Year celebration continues. The group decided we need to find a way to
reach out to other committees for help.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approve purchase of already budgeted fire pit unit.

NEXT MEETING: Monday, April 5, 2021@ 6 p.m.

Submitted by Barb Balok

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Engineering Committee Via Email MEETING DATE: March 9, 2021
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Lorraine Scully, Chairperson
Kim Hudson, Secretary
Dave Burfoot

MODIFICATION REQUESTS REVIEWED:

1 Unit 146 Furnace 5 Unit 483 (2) entry doors ED-5/(2) storm doors
Installation by: Robin Aire SD-2
Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements Installation by: C&L Ward
Must pull permits for all work and inspection. Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements
The vent for the hot water tank must match
existing vent in the front of the unit. 6 Unit 635 Doorwall PD-1
Installation by: Wallside Windows
2 Unit 148 (2) entry doors ED-2 Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements
Installation by: C&L Ward
Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements 7 Unit 678 Entry door ED-5/Storm Door SD-1
Installation by: Home Depot
3 Unit 374 Awning Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements
Installation by: Marygrove Awning
Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements

4 Unit 427 Patio

Installation by: First Impressions Concrete
Notes: Meets HLCA Requirements

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: To approve modifications #1-7.

NEXT MEETING: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Submitted by Lorraine Scully

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Finance Committee MEETING DATE: January 18, 2021

MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:

Barb Balok, Co-Chairperson Guy Balok, Board Treasurer
Kathy Baldwin, Co-Chairperson Denise Hein, Board Liaison
Maureen Osiecki
Richard Wilson

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
The November and December Finance reports were reviewed.

1. INVESTMENT POLICY: Waiting for Board Approval. Submitted in November.

2. UPDATE ALLY DEMAND: It was brought to our attention that Ally Demand would be refunding our investment money.
Joe will be moving it to one of our bank accounts until a future investment can be researched.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approval of investment policy

NEXT MEETING: Monday, February 15, 2021 @ 5 p.m.

Submitted by Barb Balok

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Finance Committee MEETING DATE: February 15, 2021

MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:

Barb Balok, Co-Chairperson Guy Balok, Board Treasurer
Kathy Baldwin, Co-Chairperson Denise Hein, Board Liaison
Maureen Osiecki Joe Poma, Property Manager
Richard Wilson
Charlene Cach

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
January Finance reports were reviewed.

1. INVESTMENT POLICY: Waiting for Board Approval. Submitted in November.

2. UPDATE ALLY DEMAND: Money relocated to PNC account.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD: Approval of investment policy

NEXT MEETING: Monday, March 15, 2021 @ 5 p.m.

Submitted by Barb Balok

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Grounds Committee MEETING DATE: March 8, 2021
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz, Chairperson Denise Hein, Board Liaison
Yvonne Wilson, Vice-Chair Michelle Todorov, Board President
Sharon Smith, Secretary Joe Poma, Property Manager
Richard Wilson
Rosemary Campion
Elaine Anderson

SUBJECTS DISCUSSED:
Updates:
1. Two memorial benches have been installed. Two more are budgeted for this year. Sharon and Yvonne will mark possible lo-
cations along the Silver Springs Drive sidewalk. It was decided that one should be in the third location that was selected last
year, near the junction of Russ Fogg drive and Silver Springs Drive. The second will be closer to the clubhouse. Note: since
the meeting a location was found between Longwood Ct. and Scenic Lane.

2. Update on repairs to the path leading from Rippling Lane to the bridge leading to the beach area. Joe reported that a work
order was put in last fall and the grounds crew has looked at it this spring. Repairs should be started in the next 2 to 3
weeks.

3. Joe reported that the repair on the bridge from Rippling Lane will have to be contracted out due to the size and complexity
of the project. He will contact an outside company for the work. In addition to the bridge, there is a fallen tree just south of
the bridge that has blocked the path that goes along the stream. Joe reported that grounds staff will be able to use a chain
saw and clear the path.

4. Plantwise did an excellent job of clearing buckthorn around the property last fall. The committee recommends that money
be kept in next years budget for them to continue the work this fall. Work remains along the property line with Park Place
Apartments and along the south side of Silver Springs Lake.

5. Update on picnic table for the Silver Springs beach area: Joe will order a full sized composite picnic table cedar color as
budgeted.

New business:

1. Pathways: The committee recommends that the path around Silver Springs Lake be extended from the bridge near Bryn
Mawr court to the pier. This would complete the loop around the lake. It could be a mulched path.

2. The committee also recommends again that when the paths around the lakes are repaved that porous paving be considered.
Links to articles regarding porous paving are attached.

3. Sidewalk along Crystal Lake Drive: Discussion was held regarding sidewalks along Crystal Lake Drive. Members thought
it was a good idea but investigation regarding cost, co-owner support, and priority within existing projects was needed. All
agreed that fence replacement was more of a priority. It was suggested that it be done in stages if that would help spread out
the cost. It was mentioned that the Board has tabled a request regarding sidewalks.

4. It was recommended that the mostly dead Evergreens (spruce) on common grounds be cut down. Committee members will
identify the trees. Some only need lower limbs trimmed. Joe reported that the ones that need to be cut down could be put on
the list for Davey tree.

Submitted by Sharon Smith page 1of 2

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 HIGHLAND LAKES COMMITTEE REPORT
COMMITTEE: Grounds Committee MEETING DATE: March 8, 2021
MEMBERS PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT:
Joel Lutz, Chairperson Denise Hein, Board Liaison
Yvonne Wilson, Vice-Chair Michelle Todorov, Board President
Sharon Smith, Secretary Joe Poma, Property Manager
Richard Wilson
Rosemary Campion
Elaine Anderson

5. A question was raised about the status of our sprinkler system. Joe reported that it has been decided to continue to repair
the existing one for not. Cost of a new system is prohibitive at this time.

6. One tree request has been received by a co-owner but was not received in time for a recommendation to be made. More
information is needed about exact location and the type of tree that would be suitable. It will be on the April agenda after
further discussion with the co-owner.

RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD:

1. The committee recommends that money be kept in next year’s budget for Plantwise to continue buckthorn re-
moval this fall. Work remains along the property line with Park Place Apartments and along the south side of Silver
Springs Lake.

2. The committee recommends that the path around Silver Springs Lake be extended from the bridge near Bryn
Mawr court to the pier. This would complete the loop around the lake. It could be a mulched path.

NEXT MEETING: Monday, April 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Submitted by Sharon Smith page 2 of 2

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 Trivia for our Trivia friends

Which American poet won a Grammy for writing a Johnny Cash song?

a. Allen Ginsburg b. Maya Angelou

c. Dr. Seuss d. Shel Silverstein

d. Shel Silverstein might be best known for children's literature like "The Giving Tree," but he also wrote Johnny
Cash's country hit "A Boy Named Sue" and won a Grammy for it in 1969. Silverstein followed that success with
another Grammy win in 1984 for the recording of his poetry collection, “Where the Sidewalk Ends.”

Source: Grammy

Which country does Earth's equator NOT pass through?

a. Educador b. Brazil
c. Bolivia d. Indonesia

c. The equator passes through 13 countries, most of which are located in South America, Africa, and
Southeast Asia. Bolivia, situated in Central South America, falls south of the midline of the globe.

Source: PBS

Which state calls itself the "Birthplace of Aviation"?

a. Ohio b. New York
c. New Hampshire d. North Carolina

a. Because the Wright brothers were born in Ohio, the state considers itself the birthplace of aviation. North
Carolina takes credit for being the state where the first flights took place, stamping "First in Flight" on their license
plates.

Source: Mental Floss

Which English king is famous for having six wives?

a. James III b. George V
c. Henry VIII d. Charles III

c. King Henry VIII was at first desperate for a wife to produce a male heir, and then his later marriages were more
political — but swapping the queens wasn’t easy. He married Catherine of Aragon (divorced), Anne Boleyn
(beheaded), Jane Seymour (died after childbirth), Anne of Cleves (divorced), Catherine Howard (beheaded), and
Catherine Parr, who outlived him. He was succeeded on the throne by his son Edward, and then his daughters
Mary and, finally, Elizabeth I.
Source Mental Floss

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 Which U.S. state's official treat is the whoopie pie?

a. Wisconsin b. Maine
c. Vermont d. Massachusetts

b. Featuring chocolate, cake-like rounds sandwiched together with cream or frosting, the whoopie pie
has been considered a New England classic for at least a century. Although the treat’s origin is unknown,
Labadie’s Bakery in Lewiston, Maine has been baking whoopie pies since 1925. Although largely
contested by the Amish community in Pennsylvania, which claims the original recipe hails from
Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Maine went ahead and made it official in 2010, declaring the whoopie pie
as the state’s official treat.
Source: State Symbols USA

In which U.S. state was water-skiing invented?

a. Minnesota b. Florida
c. Hawaii d. California

a. Water-skiing wasn’t invented on the East Coast or the West Coast, but rather in the Land of 10,000
Lakes! Growing up in Minnesota, young Ralph Samuelson loved skiing with his friends during winter. He
later began to wonder how he could glide across the water in a similar fashion. After failed attempts
with barrel staves and snow skis, Samuelson took matters into his own hands, designing his own pair of
skis from some tow boards. With some practice, he was soon able to glide on the water with the help of
a boat, and water-skiing was born in 1922!

Source: USA Water Ski and Wake Sports Foundation

Where was soccer invented?

a. Spain b. England
c. America d. Japan

b. While football-like games have been played worldwide for a long time, the game that we know as
“soccer” originated in England in the 1800s — as did the name “soccer” itself. Soccer got its head start
thanks to rules penned by England’s Football Association in 1963, which sought to distinguish the many
different types of football and rugby played in the U.K. While England invented the name “soccer,” to
this day international players refer to the game as “football,” while America is one of the few countries
to continue to call the sport “soccer.”
Source: Britannica

Which President said, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself”

a. Dwight Eisenhower b. Franklin D. Roosevelt

c. Lyndon Johnson d. Richard Nixon

b. The country was in the depths of the Great Depression when Franklin D. Roosevelt took office in 1933. In his
inaugural address, Roosevelt tried to give Americans hope as he laid out his plans to fight the economic downturn.

Source: www.answer.org

Submitted by Marianne Brandt

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 CHINESE CHICKEN
BREAST WITH PEANUTS

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

Recipe submitted by Judy Nakdimen

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 INVASIVE SPECIES ALERT!

Zebra & Quagga Mussel

(Dreissena polymorpha) & (Dreissena rostriformis bugensis)

*Established in Michigan*

IdentiÞcation:
• Average length of a zebra mussel is about 1 inch, quagga mussels can reach 2 inches

• Zebra shells are triangular in shape and can sit ßat on the ventral side

• Quagga shells are more rounded and fan-shaped and wonÕt sit ßat on the ventral side

• Colors vary - shell color ranges from almost white to tan or brown in both species, usually
have darker concentric rings but are not always pronounced

Habitat: Freshwater lakes, rivers, and reservoirs. Zebra mussels require hard substrates to latch
onto, while quagga mussels can attach to hard or soft substrates in water depth up to 130 meters.
This leads to a less restricted range of suitable habitat than for the zebra mussel.

Diet: Mussels are Þlter feeders that consume algae and phytoplankton in the water. Zebra mussels
can Þlter up to 1 liter of water each day.

Native Range: Zebra mussels are native to freshwater rivers and lakes in Eastern Europe and
western Asia. Quaggas are native to areas in the Ukraine and the Ponto-Caspian Sea.

Local Concern: Filter feeding removes a substantial amount of food for zooplankton, increases
water transparency, and leads to an accumulation of pseudofeces. Pseudofeces accumulation
creates foul environments. Zebra mussels have been known to colonize on native mussel species in
groups of up to 10,000 individuals, rendering the native mussel immobile and unable to survive.
There is also an economic cost associated with mussel attachment to

pipes and other underwater structures.

Means of Introduction: Ballast water from transoceanic vessels

~ Ecology committee Report this species at www.misin.msu.edu or download the MISIN smartphone app

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Did you know ….?

Did you know that the Highland Lakes Condo Association Board of Directors needs your help?

The Board of Directors was created to protect, preserve, and enhance the commons assets of our community as well as help
protect our property value. This is not an easy task when co-owners are not actively involved.

Did you know how, you, the co-owner, can assist the Board of Directors?

Obey the governing documents (Master Deed, Co-Owner manuals, and Community rules).
Attend Board of Director meetings (there are currently 9 per year).
Report violations of our governing documents to the property manager.
Participate in our Annual Meeting with your vote or to send in your proxy.
Read the monthly newsletter, The Herald, for current information.
Communicate with the Board in writing, esp. when you have a great idea.
Join a committee.
Attend the events that the community sponsors.

If we all do our part, then it will be much easier for the Board of Directors to do theirs!

Did you know you have an opportunity to voice your concerns/opinions/suggestions to the Board?
It’s called the Co-Owner’s Forum and occurs during the 9 open Board meetings held each year.

Bring your great ideas to the Board at these meetings. Bring a presentation with facts so that the Board can evaluate
and assess what to do next. Presenting a clever idea, whether to a Board, boss, or anyone in position to approve it, isn’t
about them or you. It’s about the idea. Before presenting your idea during the Co-owners forum, contact the Property
Manager and ask if your idea can be featured as a topic during the meeting.

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Did you know that our Committees need you?
The success of our association depends on our members taking the time to get involved in the various committees the
Board of Directors depends on for support and guidance. Volunteering to serve on one of the association’s committees is a
terrific way to contribute to our community.

An attractive feature of living in a community association is the elimination of some of the responsibilities of home
ownership. Oftentimes, the price of that convenience is an atmosphere of apathy.

As owners in community associations, we tend to allow that elite group known as "them" or "they" to operate the
association attend related meetings and make important community decisions. However, we need to realize that "them" and
"they" are always made up of "I", "We", "You" and "Us".
Our committees are looking for homeowners who are interested in volunteering to serve on an Association Committee.
Come to the Board meetings to find out more details.

Did you know that you can be a Board Member?

If you’re considering running for the board, you may want to take a few moments to ask yourself the following three
questions:

Do I have the time?

As a board member, you will need to devote at least several hours of your time each month to association business. In
addition to regular monthly board meetings, you will need to be active in email discussions and occasional special
meetings. During special projects, you may need to spend a little extra time on association business. Board Members also
spend a little more time than others when they work with committees.

Can I make tough decisions when required?

The primary role of the board is to conduct the business of the association. This doesn’t just mean approving the budget,
but also developing and enforcing policies. Board members are required to step outside their immediate circle of family and
neighbors and make decisions based on the greater good of the community.

Can I do all this and have fun, too?

It isn’t all about policies and tough decisions. Our community is only as good as we make it. Establishing and maintaining
a sense of community is part of a board member’s responsibility. Planning and attending functions such as our picnics and
being a presence in the community are as important as any policy decisions you may make. If you’re interested in running
for the board or would like more details about board responsibilities, please contact a current board member or the
Clubhouse Office.

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 April 2021
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 3
Good Friday
Clubhouse
Closes at 1 p.m.
Trash &
Recycling
Pickup
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Clubhouse
Easter
Comm.
Clubhouse 6:00 p.m.
Closed
Trash &
Recycling Yard Waste & Recycling Recycling
Pickup Trash Pickup Pickup Pickup
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Grounds Comm. Election
Engineering Resumes Due -
7:00 p.m. Comm.
5 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Trash &
Recycling Recycling Recycling
Pickup Trash Pickup Pickup Pickup
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Finance Comm.
5:00 p.m.
Candidate’s
Night
7:00 p.m. Trash &
Recycling Yard Waste & Recycling Recycling
Pickup Trash Pickup Pickup Pickup
25 26 27 28 29 30 1

Trash &
Recycling Recycling Recycling
Pickup Pickup Pickup
Trash Pickup
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Clubhouse Court Liaison
Comm. Comm.
6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
Trash &
Recycling Yard Waste & Recycling Recycling
Pickup Trash Pickup Pickup Pickup

CLUBHOUSE WINTER HOURS

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