LAKE DOSTER
HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION (LDHA) NEWSLETTER

CALENDAR OF EVENTS/WEBSITE

September 24th:	Plainwell Schools Bond Vote.  Any questions please call Donna Oberhill at 664-4015 or Art Hartman 664-6420.  Please vote! 
October 14th All Membership Meeting and Lake Study Presentation: 	
Monthly LDHA Board meeting at Lake Doster Clubhouse, 7pm.
			Lake Study Presentation by Progressive AE, 7:30pm.
Recycling Schedule: 	Pick up every 2nd Wednesday of each month. 
Large Trash Pick-up:  	2nd Tuesday of each month, April thru October except July.
Website:  www.ldha.homestead.com

2002-2003 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ted Birkebak, President (2005)	664-3170	
Marlin Kleckner, Vice President (2004)	685-5929	
Kellie Cole, Treasurer (2004)	664-6414	
Michael Hills, Co-Secretary (2005)
Brian Mullally, Co-Secretary (2005)	664-3482
685-1913	
Ray Dertz, Maintenance (2003)	685-2776	
Jerry Wittwer, Safety (2004)	685-6190	
Diane Burrows, Social (2005)	664-3593	
Tom Raich, Social (2005)	685-0696	
Paige Meddock, Newcomers (2004)	664-5296	
Marilyn Brainerd, Newcomers (2004)	664-3388	
Christine Warnke, Membership (2003)	664-3220	
Kevin Koch, Water Quality (2003)	664-6096	
Casey Jones, Gun Plain Township	664-5362	

MEMBERSHIP STATISTICS
Christine Warnke

Of the 394 homes, 22 homes are for sale, 3 homes are being built, and 5 lots are for sale.  
308 homes are members of the LDHA.  REMINDER:  Please join the LDHA by submitting your 2002 dues to Christine Warnke, 436 Midlakes.  

We welcome the following new neighbors:

Tom and Jennifer Granzow, Emma and Ian			 
251 Fairway Court
664-4579				

SOCIAL
Diane Burrows and Tom Raich
Lake Doster Labor Day Potluck Information
Sunday, September 1, 2002

Thanks to all who attended the end of year potluck.  Special thanks to our volunteers who graciously donated their time to help set-up and clean-up.  

HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION MEETING MINUTES
September 9, 2002
Mike Hills and Brian Mullally
•	The meeting was called to order on September 9, 2002 by Ted Birkebak at 7:30pm.  In attendance were Marlin Kleckner, Brian Mullally, Michael Hills, Ray Dertz, Kevin Koch, Diane Burrows, Tom Raich, Marilyn Brainerd, and Paige Meddock.  Several homeowner guests were also present.
•	The Board reviewed the minutes from the last meeting, along with the Treasurer’s report.  Decision: Motions made and approved to accept the minutes and the Treasurer’s report.
•	LDHA Treasurer’s Report as of August 31, 2002, submitted by Kellie Cole 
 
Beginning Balance:				$10,459.31 	
Deposits:			Interest payment	$5.05 	
			2002-2003 Dues	$502.50 	
			4th of July sales	$25.00 	
   Total Deposits				$532.55 	
Checks:					
1621			KAR Labs (water study)	($170.00)	
1623			Carole Kellogg (office supplies)	($65.67)	
1624			Postmaster (bulk mail, boat ramp)	($33.00)	
1610			McBain Lawn Service (mowing)	($54.00)	
1622			Postmaster (newsletter)	($42.52)	
1626			Printex (newsletter)	($171.85)	
  Total Expenses				($537.04)	
Ending Balance				$10,454.82 	
Savings Account Balance			$2,314.50 	

Old Business
•	Main Beach Sign:  Further discussions must be held with the development company regarding the wording on a warning sign for the main beach.
•	Lake Study Presentation: October 14th, 7:30pm, at the Clubhouse.  Please attend to gain more information on this valuable and important study on our lake.  
•	Deer Run Road Closure:  Several residents expressed concern to Ted Birkebak regarding the change, particularly the effect on the bus route. The Board will contact Plainwell schools and the Township to discuss the busing route.
•	Large Waste Disposal:  Republic picks up your big garbage items the first 3 Tuesdays of each month.  Schedules will be available in the next newsletter and at the next board meeting
•	Tennis court contribution - the tennis association has requested the LDHA to help financially with the cost of repairs to the tennis courts.  A motion was approved to make a $500 LDHA contribution to the tennis association.  To use the tennis courts you must join the tennis association as well as the LDHA, at additional annual fees.
•	Gun Plain Township Tire Disposal-Free to residents
Non-commercial tires will be accepted on Oct. 19th at the Township Hall.  Collection will begin at 7am, first come first served until the truck is full.

New Business and Updates
•	Maintenance Report, Ray Dertz  
Leaf Removal-Dumpsters provided for your free disposal this year
The LDHA will provide for two 20-yard dumpsters to help residents with leaf disposal this year.  The dumpster will be made available in later October-early November, and will be placed in two convenient locations for resident use.  We hope residents will use this free service provided at LDHA expense ($320 per dumpster), in lieu of burning leaves or dumping in common areas.  More information will be forthcoming in next month’s newsletter and at our Oct. 14th meeting.  Thank you for your cooperation.    
Brusselman’s Park
David Handley of Handley’s Tree Service will provide a quote for clearing brush prior to the next board meeting.  A discussion was held as to the feasibility of moving the playground equipment from the muddy area to the main beach park.  Brochures were also obtained with information on new equipment costs.  
•	Safety:   Fishing equipment from boats on Drake Court and Doster Rd. was stolen recently.  Please be on the lookout for thieves and report them to the authorities.  
•	School Bond Vote Sept 24th:  Karen Gustafson addressed the LDHA on the school bond vote, and information packets are available entitled “Together We All Win.”  Please remember to vote on this important bond proposal.  
•	Meeting adjourned at 8:50pm.

PUBLIC SERVICE NOTICES

BABY SITTERS:
Kristen Sternbery (6/14/82) 664-6949 CPR certified
Michael Whited (3/10/85) 664-5500 Red Cross certified, First Aid class
Margo Kern (10/28/85) or Alexandra Kern (4/27/84) 685-6915 Red Cross certified, exp’ed, references
Kerrie Krahn (11/8/82) 685-6342 Red Cross certified
Tracy Prullage (11/12/84) or Laura Prullage (4/7/83) 685-0327
Jessica Kohler (1/12/85) 685-1725
Brad Bishop (11/10/85) 664-6562
Jimmy Wilson (2/23/85) 685-9243
Sarah Warnke (4-13-86) 664-3220  
Paul Bunce  (10/01/85) 685-4663
Abby Murray  (3/14/88) 664-6643
Sarah Myles 664-3059
Branden Stewart (10/11/88) 664-3613
Erin Cool (1/21/88) 664-3613    

PET SITTING:				YARD WORK:
Aaron Richmond (10/27/84) 664-3277	Jimmy Wilson (2/23/85) 685-9243
Sarah Skocelas (5/15/89) 664-4181		Brad Bishop (11/10/85) 664-6562
Tracy Prullage (11/12/84) 685-0327		Aaron Richmond (10/27/84) 664-3277
Jenna Sheets (5/10/90) 664-5810		Paul Bunce  (10/01/85) 685-4663		
Paul Bunce  (10/01/85) 685-4663		John Warnke  664-3220
Abby Murray (3/14/88) 664-6643		Dan Warnke  664-3220
Branden Stewart (10/11/88) 664-3613
Erin Cool (1/21/88) 664-3613
    	
ODD JOBS:						
Katie Houghton (12/29/82) 685-8461
Jimmy Wilson (2/23/85) 685-9243
Brad Bishop (11/10/85) 664-6562
Aaron Richmond (10/27/84) 664-3277
Paul Bunce  (10/01/85) 685-4663

WORK WANTED:  Will powerwash boats, cars, decks, and houses.  Cut grass, trim, edge, put down turf builder, seed, plant flowers and bushes.  Replace or repair docks, make longer or change shape (L or T).  Call Aaron for an estimate at 664-3277.

FOR SALE:  Klingman sectional sofa-off white-$2000.  Pa. House solid cherry drop-leaf dining room table with 3 leaves.  4 upholstered side chairs-$1600.  Custom 84” sofa-oriental pattern, black background-$800.  Upholstered cinnamon living room chairs-$150 each.  Oak liquor cabinet-$1200.  Black lacquered round cocktail table, 2 end tables-$400.  All perfect condition.  Call 685-8892. 

1994 Saturn Wagon, white, 5- speed manual, 68,000 miles on engine, new engine at 122,000 miles, 190,000 total, power windows/locks, nice stereo w/ cd changer, holds 10 cd's, runs great, $1,750.00.  Call Mike Hills 664-3482.

Note: Please contact Michael Hills or Brian Mullally to either add or remove a name from the lists above.  For those with access to e-mail, the LDHA address is ldha2002@cs.com.   To place or remove an ad, please send an e-mail or drop a note by the second Wednesday of the month.  Please include your name, phone number, and birthdate in the e-mail.