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

CALENDAR OF EVENTS/WEBSITE

Next LDHA Board Meeting:  October 13th, 2003, 7:30 pm, at the Clubhouse.  Bob Lennon will be attending to answer questions regarding the land acquisition project.  **Please note that the land acquisition project is not just about acquiring and maintaining the lake.  It is about acquiring and maintaining all the common areas in our community including the playground, the beaches and the front entrance.
Next Social Event:  The New Comers party will be November 8th, 2003.  (Get babysitters, no kids at this one) 
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 New Comers 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:  September 8th, 2003 

1.	Meeting called to order by Brian Mullally at 7:30pm (Clubhouse).  Introductions were made, as there were several members of the community in attendance.
2.	Minutes approved from last months meeting.
3.	Maintenance, Ray Dertz:  Ray will be taking away the rafts and port-O-potty this week.  The sign at the main beach and small point have been reset with several hundred pounds of cement.
*LEAVES – Ray discussed doing the same things we did last year as it worked out well.  Look to the next newsletter for specifics on were/how to dispose of your leaves.
4.	LDHA Treasurer’s Report as of August 31st, 2003, Everett Harpole.  Should any member wish to see a more detailed accounting Everett distributes a very detailed accounting sheet at every homeowners meeting.
 		
Beginning Balance:			$8,931.28	
Total Deposits		Interest and 2003 dues	$180.00	
Total Expenses			($182.93)	
Ending Checking Balance			$8,928.35	
Savings Account Balance			$2,321.92	
				
5.	Social, Tom Raich and Diane Burrows:  Tom and Diane reported that the end of summer party was a big, big hit. (Look to attachment “End of Summer Party” for our hosts’ comments and thanks)
*Next big event will be the new comers party November 8th, 2003.  Get your babysitters lined up, as this is not an event for children.  As always volunteers are needed.  If you can help please call either Tom or Diane.  Tom at 685-0696 or Diane at 664-3593
6.	Newcomers:  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.
7.	New Business:  
A.	Brian Mullally passed out two items at the meeting as a response to the many complaints from association members regarding restriction violations and non-community members using the lake:  one was a pre-printed flyer that can be placed on vehicles that do not have a community sticker.  The flyer advises that the lake is private; the second is a “Know Your Restrictions 2003” flyer that is attached to this newsletter.  If you would like a copy of the flyer advising that the lake is private please contact Brian.  
B.	Several members at several meetings have reported an excessively loud boat on the lake.  The board has voted to send this individual a “good neighbor” letter with copy to Joseph P. Langkamp. 
8.	Land Acquisition from Development Company:  Discussion between the board and members in attendance revolved around the need to communicate to all the members that the land acquisition project is NOT just about acquiring the property around the lake, but also all the common areas in our community.  The common areas include the front entrance, the playground and the beaches.  

Robert Lennon drafted a letter to be sent to Joseph P. Langkamp.  The letter was distributed to the board and a vote to send letter will take place at next meeting.  

The Board has already received approximately $5,500.00 dollars for the land acquisition project from our members.  Members were requested to pay either $150 dollars or $50.00 dollars toward the project depending upon the member’s access rights to the lake.  This money will be placed in a separate account and a list of those who contribute will be maintained.  

Mr. Lennon will be attending the October meeting to answer questions regarding the land acquisition project. 

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

HIGH CHAIR:  for sale Peg-Perego high chair, like new, $100 OBO.  This high chair retails for $170.  664-3482.

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.

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

PIANO & VOICE LESSONS:  Elementary-High School.  
Sign up for fall, 664-5380.   Janet Richards KAMTA, BCAMTA  -  275A Fairway ct.

Editor’s Note: Please contact by (preferred) email or phone Michael Hills mhills@ameritech.net (664-3482) or Jana Edwards lemmingsrus@aol.com 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 note that the land acquisition project is not just about acquiring and maintaining the lake.  It is about acquiring and maintaining all the common areas in our community including the playground, the beaches and the front entrance.  

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.

SPECIAL THANKS

To all volunteers at end of summer party.  Please see attachment for more details