LAKE DOSTER
HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION (LDHA) NOVEMBER
 2003 NEWSLETTER

CALENDAR OF EVENTS/WEBSITE

Next LDHA Board Meeting:  December 8th, 2003, 7:30 pm, at the Library.   
Next Social Event:  Children’s Christmas party Sunday December 7th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.  See details below.
Pay Dues:  Dues were due on June 1st.  Can’t get your new blueberry 2003-2004 phone directory until dues are paid.  Send check to Nancy Watson at 350 Lakeview Lane.  All association events are only open to members, pay your dues and enjoy the Holiday party.
Recycling Schedule:  Pick-up the 2nd Wednesday of each month. 
Large Trash Pick-up:  2nd Tuesday of each month, April thru October except July.
Email/Website:  ldha2003@cs.com; www.ldha.homestead.com; webmaster email: dfortune@chartermi.net.

2003-2004 LDHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Brian Mullally, President (2005)	685-1913	
Marlin Kleckner, Vice President (2004)	685-5929	
Michael Hills, Co-Secretary (2005)
Jana Edwards, Co-Secretary (2006)	664-3482
664-3122	
Ray Dertz, Maintenance (2006)	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	
Nancy Watson, Membership (2006)	685-5768	
Kevin Koch, Water Quality (2006)	664-6096	
Casey Jones, Gun Plain Township	664-5362	
Everett Harpole, Treasurer (2006)	664-3059	

LDHA MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES FROM:  NOVEMBER 10,  2003 

1.	Meeting called to order by Brian Mullally at 7:40pm (Plainwell Library).  
2.	Minutes were approved from last months meeting.
3.	Maintenance, Ray Dertz:  Water overflow is backing up due to the leaves gathering on the drain.  Ray has been pulling them off.  If you see leaves clogging the drain it would be a great help to pull some off.
4.	Treasurer’s Report, Everett Harpole.  The Lake Doster Acquisition Fund and LDHOA accounts as of October 31, 2003 are listed below.  Should any member wish to see a more detailed accounting, Everett distributes a very detailed accounting sheet at every homeowners meeting.  Also distributed was a list of homeowners who have yet to contribute to the acquisition fund so that the committee could determine who gets a second letter.
 		
Beginning Balance:			$8,221.39	
Total Deposits		Interest and 2003 dues	$83.59	
Total Expenses			($78.29)	
Ending Checking Balance			$8,226.69	
Savings Account Balance			$2,321.92	
Total Cash Accounts			$10,548.61	

		Lake Doster  Land Acquisition Fund
		
Beginning Balance:			$10,400.00	
Deposits			$4,700.00	
Checks Written			$1,735.00	
Ending Balance			$13,365.00	
5.	Social, Tom Raich Diane Burrows. The next big event will be the Holiday Party December 7th, 2003.  Volunteers are still needed!  If you can help please call either Tom Raich (685-0696) or Diane Burrows (664-3593).  The newcomer’s party was a great success.  We had about 120 in attendance and the D.J. kept everyone dancing.  There was great food and fun had by all.  The children’s Christmas party will by Sunday December 7th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.  Please bring a plate of cookies or snacks and a gift for each of your children for Santa to present at the party.  We hope to have all of the children in attendance.
6.	Safety, Jerry Witter:  No current safety issues.
7.	Newcomers, Marilyn Brainerd and Paige Meddock:  Snowbirds should provide winter addresses if they wish to receive the newsletter while away.  Please contact Paige Meddock (664-5296) or Marilyn Brainerd (664-3388) if you notice a new neighbor so that we can welcome them with a basket.
8.	Water Quality, Kevin Koch: Water quality tests are in and indicate good clean water.  The testing equipment has been sent in for routine calibration. 
9.	Land Acquisition from Development Company, Brian Mullally.  The Land Acquisition Subcommittee will meet after the conclusion of this meeting to discuss the second fund-raising letter to be sent to those homeowners who have not yet participated.  A list of those who have not yet participated was circulated at the meeting.  The option letter has been presented to Joseph P. Langkamp of the Lake Doster Development Company.  The lake acquisition process will take approximately two years.  After the agreement is signed, the next step will be to prepare a budget and workflow list for completing tasks.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:35pm.  The next board meeting will be on December 7th, 2003 at 7:30 pm at the Plainwell Library. 

PERSONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Accident at the intersection of Doster Road and Heron Court.  On October 18th Everett and Patricia Harpole’s invited guests were struck broadside breaking the axle of the car with only slight injuries to the passenger in the rear of the car.  Everett and Patricia have sent a letter to the Allegan County Road Commission describing the dangerous nature (limited sight distance) of the intersection in hopes that some action will be taken.  The letter describes three accidents in three years just related to the Harpole home.  The issue was discussed at the meeting and all who knew the intersection agreed that it is dangerous.  If you would like a copy of the letter or would like to add support the cause please contact Everett or Patricia at 664-3059.
 
PUBLIC SERVICE NOTICES

BABY SITTERS:
Kristen Sternbery (6/14/82) 664-6949 CPR certified
Katie Whited (5/10/90) 664-5500
Margo Kern (10/28/85) 685-6915  Red Cross certified, experienced, 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			    	ODD JOBS:  
Katie Houghton (12/29/82) 685-8461			Katie Houghton (12/29/82) 685-8461
Paul Bunce  (10/01/85) 685-4663				Jimmy Wilson (2/23/85) 685-9243
Abby Murray  (3/14/88) 664-6643				Brad Bishop (11/10/85) 664-6562
Sarah Myles 664-3059					Aaron Richmond (10/27/84) 664-3277
Branden Stewart (10/11/88) 664-3613			Paul Bunce (10/01/85) 685-4663
Erin Cool (1/21/88) 664-3613    			
Sarah Skocelas (5/15/89) 664-4181 Red Cross certified
Ariel Gray (10/27/89)  685-5195 Red Cross certified
Emily Burley (4-2-90) 664-6969 Red Cross certified

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				 
Abby Murray (3/14/88) 664-6643				 
Branden Stewart (10/11/88) 664-3613
Erin Cool (1/21/88) 664-3613
Ariel Gray (10/27/89)  685-5195
FOR SALE/ WANTED

HOME FOR SALE:  1400 Doster Road, lakefront, great view! Call 664-5012 for details.

PONTOON BOAT: For Sale, 1990 Riviera Cruiser, 24-foot, 25 hp Johnson engine, full furniture, covers, excellent condition - $3,200. Call 664-5012.

HOME MAINTENANCE:  Maintenance and repair by local licensed contractor available for your small remodeling needs.  Specialized in garage door service.  Available evenings and weekends. Call Steve Corbin on Doster Road.  664- 6745

SNOW PLOWING:  Driveway snow-plowing in your neighborhood, done with a 4X4 ATV.  Small plow causes less damage to your landscaping.  Done to your specifications.  Call for estimate before the winter rush!  Call 664-6745.

HOUSE PLANTS:  For sale, some 10' tall, dieffenbachia, mother in law's tongue, Boston fern goose foot, assorted cacti some about 6' tall, palms, peace lily and many more, priced $10-25.  664-3277

GEORGE FOREMAN ROTISSERIE: For Sale, never used, was $150, asking $100.  Call- 664-3277, ask for Tom or Nancy.

FLOAT FOUND:  Black and blue float found after End-of -Summer Party.  Call Vicki at 664-3045

PADDLE BOAT: For sale, 4 person, green and white on bottom, dolphin brand, phone 650-2151.  

SAILBOAT FOR SALE:  16’ Snipe. Wood hull with fiberglass coat.  Wood mast, boom and tiller.
Aluminum dagger board with oak handle.  White main and jib.  Trailer. $400 Or Best Offer.  Please call Bill Amsbury @ 269-664-4949 Eve/Weekend or 269-685-5827 Weekday

Editor’s Note: Please contact Jana Edwards by (preferred) e-mail (lemmingsrus@aol.com) or phone (664-3122) by the second Wednesday of the month to either add or remove a name from the lists above.  Please include your name, phone number, and birthday.

NOTES FROM THE BOARD

Please stop burning leaves.  We have had several complaints from association members that have allergic reactions to all the smoke.  We have tried to provide the necessary service to dispose of your leaves without burning, please use them. 

The Board will provide updates on the land acquisition project at future meetings and encourages community members to participate. Please note that the land acquisition project is not just about acquiring and maintaining the lake.  It includes acquiring and maintaining all the common areas in our community including the playground, the beaches and the front entrance.   Call or write members of the Board if you have any questions or suggestions.

Brian Mullally has started to put together a listserv (email database) as another form of communication with association members.  If you want your email address on the listserv please send you email address to ldha2003@cs.com.

ANNOUNCING!

THE LAKE DOSTER CHRISTMAS PARTY

Sunday December 7th from 2 to 4 PM

Lake Doster Club House

Parents and Grandparents, bring your kids for entertainment and to meet Santa! Parents, drop off gifts for Santa to “give “ to your child. (Be sure to have your child’s name on the package.)

Bring a finger food to pass. Punch will be provided.

It will be a jolly good time and we will see you there!

Presented by The Lake Doster Homeowners Association.