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O C T O B E R / N O V E M B E R 2 0 19

Fall in Canadian Lakes doesn’t just mean the leaves change to the most gorgeous shades of red, orange, and yellow. It also means it’s Board election time for our community. This year, eight members are running for a seat on the Canadian Lakes Property Owners Corporation Board. Inside this edition of The Canadian Laker on page 12, get to know more about each candidate with their biographies, written by themselves. Just so you know, Board directors are all volunteers, and countless hours go into holding a position on the Board. Volunteering in Canadian Lakes is a huge part of our operation. If you choose not to run for a seat on the board, perhaps you’d consider being a part of a Board or General Manager committee. Mobile Watch, Canadian Lakes Library, Canadian Lakes Association, and more are all volunteer-based and need awesome community members to operate. Consider doing some GOOD in Canadian Lakes and be a volunteer!

The fall colors won’t be with us too long before we start to see blankets of snow covering our landscape. For Canadian Lakes, that means one thing now — Nights of Lights! Last year was the first year that Century 21 White House Realty lit up Canadian Lakes! Please, if you see any team member of Century 21 White House Realty, thank them for making our Castle the most wonderous and amazing landmark around during the holiday season! Nights of Lights has a newly formed planning committee that is bringing even more excitement and fun this year. Read all about “Festive Fridays” and the new elements added this year on page 14. Last year, Century 21 White House Realty’s Nights of Lights brought over two thousand visitors to Canadian Lakes — many of whom had never heard of Canadian Lakes. Whether it was a child dancing to the interactive music show or a couple in a warm embrace, our Castle was the landmark all enjoyed and we all are quite proud of. Here’s to another even more successful year with Century 21 White House Realty’s Nights of Lights. Be watching the Members eNews and our website for this year’s schedule.

In closing, please don’t forget to vote in this year’s Board election which is so important for our community and its future. Join us for the Annual Meeting of the Members to see who will fill the next three seats on our Board on November 16 at 1 p.m. at the Castle in Canadian Lakes.

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CONTENTS

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Oct/Nov 2019

Meet your 2020 CLPOC Board of Directors Candidates

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Century 21 White House Realty’s Nights of Lights 2019

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Gifts and Memorials Fund Enhances Our Community

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Summer Concert Series

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Pause For Paws With A Cause

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Who Cares, We Care Golf Outing

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Financial Definitions

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Pickleball Tournament

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Light Up The Night 2019

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Canadian Lakes Property Owners Corporation

In Every Issue

8 From the General Manager

32 Facilities and Compliance

10 From the Board

36 Life on Our Links

17 Yard Waste Site

40 Mobile Watch

Information

18 Marketing 20 From the CLA 23 Canadian Lakes Events

24 Safety 26 Focus on Fishing

41 From a Canadian Lakes Kitchen

44 CLPOC Board Minutes

52 Calendar of

Area Events

54 Let’s Get Social

Publisher Canadian Lakes Property Owners Corporation 10690 Pierce Road Canadian Lakes, MI 49346 P 231-972-7651 • F 231-972-8884 canadianlakes.org Production & Advertising SVK Multimedia & Publishing PO Box 586 Hudsonville, MI 49426 616.379.4001 SVKmp.com jolsasvk@gmail.com Editorial Art and Editorial provided by Canadian Lakes Property Owners Corporation thecanadianlaker@gmail.com Photography Chuck Richardson Candy Parnell Volunteer Staff Josh Howard, Marilyn Yvon and Nancy Wallace Deadline Dates Feb/Mar Issue - Dec 27 Apr/May Issue - Feb 26 June/July Issue - May 4 Aug/Sept Issue - July 6 Oct/Nov Issue - Sept 6 Dec/Jan Issue - Nov 6 Submissions Canadian Lakes sanctioned groups and outside organizations are encouraged to submit articles, pending approval by CLPOC Board. Submit all copy as an email attachment to Editor at thecanadianlaker@gmail.com.

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From the General Manager

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hope each of you enjoyed another great Canadian Lakes summer. Another busy Labor Day holiday weekend has concluded. Hopefully you got a chance to enjoy the car show, dog show, book sale, some boating or golfing, or just some rest and relaxation with family and friends. The community was very busy, and it is refreshing to know we have so many supportive members experiencing “the good life” in this great community.

GREG BABBITT General Manager gbabbitt@clpoc.org

ROYAL DECK

The seldom-used old deck has been entirely removed. The grade level in this area has been raised for concrete installation. The next step is to install the concrete sidewalk area to the pool and restaurant entrances. There will also be a concrete screened patio area for pool users and vegetation to block the mechanical equipment. We will be placing a bistro table and chairs on the new small deck area by the restaurant entrance. We will also be placing a couple of benches along the sidewalk route for users to sit and relax. If all goes as planned, by the time you are reading this, the Royal deck replacement should be complete.

FINANCE

OFFICE 10690 Pierce Rd. Canadian Lakes, MI 49346 Phone: 231-972-7651 Fax: 231-972-8884 OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

MEMBER SERVICES Jill Warners Cindy Seel Lauren Densmore memberservices@clpoc.org

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Financially through our first four months of our fiscal year we are within budget with both income and expenses. Income for all departments is currently stated at $15,000 ahead of budget. Operating expenses for all departments are currently stated at $63,000 less than budget. With eight months remaining in the fiscal year, we expect to be on budget. As part of the annual budget process, October marks the time when staff members and I will begin budget preparations for next fiscal year, FY 2021. As part of this process, the Board will also be setting the 2020 Fee Schedule at its December meeting.

EDUCATION

Here are some friendly seasonal reminders. If you own a watercraft, please make sure it is removed from the water by November 1. If you own a common area dock or mooring device, you may leave it in the water all year or remove it and haul it away, but do not leave your dock or mooring device lying on common property. Additionally, if you are using T h e C a n ad i a n L a ke r

one of our canoe/kayak racks, your watercraft is also required to be removed by November 1. Members who comply with their deed restrictions are always greatly appreciated. Along with boat removal is the use of a trailer, and I want to remind all members the only acceptable place to store a private trailer on your lot is in your garage.

OPEN DOOR

I continue to have an open-door policy and am willing to listen no matter how big or small the topic may be. You should always feel free to contact me directly, and I will do my best to answer your questions and address your concerns.

I will always welcome your individual opinion. At times we will agree and other times we may not. But hopefully at the end of our conversation we will both have a better understanding of each other’s perspective.

IN CLOSING

Recently, I had an opportunity to “pay it forward.” We were in line at a McDonalds drive-through, my seven-year-old daughter’s favorite fast food restaurant, and it was our turn to pay when the girl working told me I was all set. Apparently, the vehicle in front of me had paid for us.

When my daughter heard this, it brought on several questions, “Dad, who is in that car? Dad, why did they pay for our food?” and so forth. All the while I am trying to tell the girl working that I wanted to pay for the car behind us. Now my daughter is even more confused and asking more questions. All of this provided for an interesting conversation on the way home.

In the end, I explained to my daughter that sometimes a little kindness can make a big difference. So, if you get a chance, consider creating a little ripple of kindness.

Even though we may not want to think about it now, eventually much cooler temperatures, and even some of that white stuff, will have some members heading for warmer destinations. For me, I really enjoy the four seasons; but there are times when the snowing, blowing, and sub-zero temperatures arrive that I wish I was someplace warmer. Whether you plan to stay or leave this amazing place, please be safe and courteous out there.

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From the Board

Dear Fellow Members,

A Written by: President Janice Watts

CLPOC BOARD OF DIRECTORS board@clpoc.org OFFICERS President Janice Watts janiceleewatts2002 @yahoo.com Vice President Paul Szymkowicz pls.clpoc@gmail.com Secretary Beckie DeYoung larrybeckie@aol.com Treasurer James French jbf.clpoc@gmail.com DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE Dan Altier altierdt@gmail.com Jim Brakora jbrakora@hotmail.com John Colley jacclpoc@gmail.com Bob Halpin rbobhalpin@aol.com James Swartzendruber jswartz744@yahoo.com CLPOC BOARD MEETINGS Regular Monthly Board Meeting Fourth Saturday 9 a.m., Highland Haus Workshop Board Meeting Second Wednesday 5:30 p.m., CLPOC Office Conference Room

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few months back at a CLPOC Board of Directors President and General Manager’s Listening Session, I was asked, “What is your vision for Canadian Lakes?” On many occasions I had pondered that question.

In review, I couldn’t help thinking my reply to the member was brief.

My comeback went something along these lines: “I would strive to maintain the integrity of all the hallmarks of Canadian Lakes, preserving the special place that it is; while keeping up to date with current trends. In other words, keeping the ‘old’ intact, welcoming the ‘new, while simultaneously aiming to be financially prosperous.” As generic as my reply may have sounded, turns out it held true to encompassing my vision: keeping the “old” standing for so many things— the strong emotional connection that thrives within the membership, CLA clubs and events, the plethora of amenities, and that comfortable, relaxing up north flavor without pomp and circumstance. The same qualities why I am sure most of us bought a lot in Canadian Lakes.

Protecting the integrity of the tangible and the non-tangible can be quite a task at times, taking more commitment, time, and finances than just bringing in the new. For example, updating infrastructure and maintaining our current amenities, yearly traditions of community events and CLA clubs requiring a voluntary commitment from the membership, and a neighborly connection that at times can take on a level of selflessness with many of us leading hectic lives. The all-important assets and values creating memories that make Canadian Lakes a lifestyle.

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Welcoming in the new represents a fluid and continual appraisal of what members and potential members are looking for in a community; then implementing them. I am not sure what the next new will be, but I am certain it is just around the corner.

The phrase, “while simultaneously aiming to be financially prosperous” stands on its own. It involves having an influx of funds that is sustainable and stable to match the demands of expenses while being sufficient to make well vetted improvements when needed or desired by the membership.

How to achieve my vision for Canadian Lakes’ future may sound simple in premise. But in truth it requires a long-term time investment and is funding dependent, with an obligation from the membership to be involved, both emotionally and physically.

Just this past month the CLPOC Board of Directors approved the Strategic Planning Committee’s Community Plan process. The Community Plan process reaches out to the membership asking all to ponder and answer the ultimate question: “What is your vision for the future of Canadian Lakes?”

I present you with a request. With the development of the Community Plan upon us, please take an interest and participate. Only then will it truly be our collective vision.

If you have any specific questions relative to these results please feel free to contact Greg Babbitt, general manager, at gbabbitt@clpoc.org or 231-972-7651.

NOTICE OF

CLPOC ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERS NOVEMBER 16, 2019 AT 1:00 PM

All members in good standing are invited to attend the 2019 Annual Meeting of the Members to be held on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at the Castle, 9400 Pere Marquette, Canadian Lakes, MI 49346 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

THE ANNUAL MEETING IS BEING HELD FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSES:

1. To elect three (3) Directors to the CLPOC Board of Directors to hold office for a period of three (3) years or until their respective successors have been elected and qualified, or appointed, and 2. To transact such other business as may properly come before the Annual Meeting or any adjournment or postponement of the meeting.

Each of the items is more fully described in the brochure sent to all members in good standing as of September 30, 2019 with an official NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERS and official election ballot as required by the governing documents.

CANADIAN LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS VISION STATEMENT Canadian Lakes is a premier recreational and residential community set in West Michigan’s scenic heartland. As a unified community of private property owners offering an unequaled quality of life, Canadian Lakes fulfills the diverse needs of all members in a natural setting for present and future generations to enjoy. This Core Vision is characterized by: • The natural beauty of the area and its desirability as a place to live • Outstanding recreational and social activities • Financial soundness and sustainability • Protection of property values through disciplined growth and the development and maintenance of a high quality infrastructure

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Our heritage: We value our history and its ideals of friendliness, mutual support, affordability, and shared responsibility for our natural environment.

Participating in the activities we love: We value participating in activities we love with our friends and neighbors and supporting the diverse and changing interests of our members.

Protecting property values: We value taking proactive steps to protect and enhance the investment members have made in their homes and in community amenities.

Financial soundness and sustainability: We value a financial structure that enables us now and in the future to meet community standards for the quality of our properties, membership programs and services and safety.

Shared governance: We value and depend on the leadership and participation of members in the governance activities of the community and on an informed membership.

Volunteerism: We value the active volunteer community service of our members, both in Canadian Lakes and in the surrounding communities.

Leading into the future: We value careful planning, openness to change, and taking proactive steps that will ensure our best future as a community.

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2019 Board of Directors Candidates

Meet your 2020 CLPOC

Board of Directors Candidates

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he CLPOC Nominating Committee is pleased to announce that eight Canadian Lakes members have met the qualifications to place their names on the ballot for election to the 2020 CLPOC Board of Directors.

Get to know the eight candidates here with their individual biography, which each submitted. Three seats are open on the Board. Current Board members John Colley and Paul Szymkowicz are seeking re-election; and Krystyn Evans, Gary Jensen, Wallace Kardosh, Ron Presley, Daniel Rice, and Linda Tilley are seeking first-time election. In September, the candidates participated in the Meet the Candidates Forum sponsored by the CLA. They answered three predetermined questions as well as questions from members in attendance. If you were not able to attend this informative forum, you can find it on the members’ website at members.canadianlakes.org.

Please be sure to vote in this important election. Members will be asked to vote for three candidates.

Krystyn Evans

John Colley

My purpose for running for re-election to the BOD’s is very simple — I believe that I can provide extreme value.

I feel that I am very qualified for this role. My educational background, a BSEE and MBA, provide me with the necessary fundamentals, my successful career experience in executive business roles provides me with real world background and awareness as to how businesses operate. I have a strong background in community involvement, including here at CL, that gives me a unique perspective as to representing the community properly. As a community member, I have a passion for seeing CL prosper.

Gary Jensen

My name is Gary Jensen and I have resided full-time in CL since March of 2015. I have spent most of my working years in the field of K-12 education. Working in just about every capacity of a K-12 district has taught me to help teams move forward with many demands and constraints.

Working with school boards, as well as teams, I believe I have solid skills to work with diverse groups of people that make up the CLPOC. I look forward to the opportunity to help with the growth and upkeep of our community.

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I’ve enjoyed Canadian Lakes my entire life, but most will recognize my name from my work with the Canadian Lakes Concerned Property Owners group. I brought to light the improper $255 assessment, and succeeded in having it rescinded/refunded, and also the $40,000+ discrepancy in funds required for the bridge project, which resulted in not taking out an unnecessary loan. I believe we need to cut wasteful spending, lower membership fees, and focus on maintaining existing amenities and common areas. My background includes degrees in Legal Studies and Criminal Justice, and I have board experience as a Treasurer and President.

Wallace Kardosh

My name is Wallace Kardosh, my wife and I purchased a home and adjoining lot in 2012, retired and moved here in August 2014, we are year round residents. Have attempted a BoD run back in 2017, have also volunteered for Member At Large positions on the Finance Committee, Election Inspector, and most recently Lot Default Committee. Have attended in excess of 50 BoD, Sub Committee meetings and various Forums since 2016. Current active Mobile Watch Patroller since Nov. 2017. CLA Member. Would be honored to serve as a Director to keep moving our Community forward.

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Ronald Presley

Retired from General Motors Engineering. Proud father of 4 grown children and 2 step children from my wife Barbara of 25 years. I believe in and strive to live daily by the “Golden Rule.”

My decision to run for the board stems from a desire to serve fellow members by working to align and follow our Articles of Incorporation in order to guarantee members’ questions/concerns be properly addressed and not skirted as has happened to many. I believe careful member based strategic planning should be the stepping stone to the success of our community.

Paul Szymkowicz

Daniel Rice

Purchased home April 2015.

Retired 2018 from Dow, 37. 5 years, Engineering/Technical Service Professional managing Electronic businesses. Work background in Manufacturing/Quality field semiconductor engineering.

Managed capital projects, spent 25 years responsible for customer bases. Served on property owner boards Schuss Mountain 1988-2000, Beaver Creek 2004-2017.Subcommittee member responsible for developing 5-year funding plan which was overwhelming approved. CLPOC has diverse membership dedicated to supporting continued success for ALL owner’s enjoyment. I will listen to ALL members concerns, be open-honest, and make sound decisions to keep our wonderful community fiscally sound and the great place it is.

Linda Tilley

I have enjoyed being a Canadian Lakes property owner since 1970 and purchased my home in 1991. I am completing my three-year term as a member of the board of directors and am currently serving as Vice President and a member of the Finance Committee. During the past three years I have chaired both the ACC and Nominating Committees. I would like to thank the membership for their support three years ago and during the recall attempt. It has been my privilege to serve on the board and I hope to count on your continued support.

A strong candidate for any Board should have appropriate experience, knowledge of the fiduciary responsibilities associated with service, and passion for the position. My background has amply prepared me for this role. My husband Patrick and I, Michigan natives, became summer residents of Canadian Lakes in 2017. Prior to our move, I spent more than 22 years as the CFO for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.

In addition to my time as paid staff, I also have extensive volunteer experience, including time with the Ellis County C.A.S.A, and service as a Board and committee member for HRSouthwest.

Members in good standing who DID NOT opt in for electronic voting will be receiving their ballots shortly. Please return your ballot in the envelope provided with your signature in the top left-hand corner of the envelope. Those members who DID opt-in for electronic voting will receive a link to vote electronically shortly. Complete election results will be announced on November 16 at 1 p.m. at the Annual Meeting of the Members held at the Castle. For more information on the Annual Meeting of the Members, check out the sidebar.

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MEMBERS Nights

November 22

of Lights:

Nights of Lights: Festive Friday November 29 Saturday November 30

Festive Friday December 6 Saturday December 7

Century 21 White House Realty’s Nights of

BY SHANNON M. HANNON AND JESSICA SLENDAK

t was a cold dark night last November until Century 21 White House Realty lit up the Castle in Canadian Lakes with Nights of Lights! Thank you to Century 21 White House Realty and Realtors that brought thousands of lights to our corner of the world for all of us to enjoy. Given the enthusiastic reception these events drew, a small group of us has been working together since January in the spirit of adding on to last year’s success. The Nights of Lights Planning Committee includes Shannon Hannon, committee chair, Deb Perry, JoAnn Jewell, Karen Kulman, Larry Klein, Tim Collinge, Estelle Molitor, and Jeff Bollman, along with CLPOC staff support from Jessica Slendak, Marketing Director, and Casey Smith, Facilities and Compliance Director.

Members’ Nights of Lights is a gathering exclusively for Canadian Lakes members and is Friday, November 22. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Hixson’s Family Market will provide their ever-so-popular boneless wings. A cash bar will be provided by the

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Saturday December 14

Festive Friday December 20 Saturday December 21

Tuesday December 24 CHRISTMAS EVE Photo by: Chuck Richardson

Lights 2019

Festive Friday December 13

Festive Friday December 27 Saturday December 28

Tuesday December 31 NEW YEARS EVE

Festive Friday January 3 SaturdayJanuary 4

Royal Grille. A few other surprises followed by the lighting of the Castle will take place at approximately 6:30 p.m. This event will be limited to 300 Canadian Lakes members. Free reservations will be accepted starting the first week of October through Event Brite. Watch the Members enews and the Members Website (members.canadianlakes.org) for more information.

Century 21 White House Realty’s Nights of Lights is a six-week series of Friday and Saturday evenings, including Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, when the Castle will be lit from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Interactive music shows will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will occur every hour on the half hour. New this year is Festive Fridays when Twin Turbo BBQ will be serving its famous menu items such as their Walking Taco and Loaded Turbo Nachos. Festive Fridays will also include a hot cocoa bar set up in the garage on the west side of the Castle. We encourage families to gather and linger over the festive lights while mingling with their fellow Canadian Lakes neighbors and other visitors.

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GIFTS AND MEMORIALS FUND Enhances Our Community

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s it approaches its 25th anniversary next year, the Canadian Lakes Gifts and Memorials Committee can look with satisfaction on the many enhancements it has helped provide throughout Canadian Lakes: benches along golf courses, trees and sculptures beautifying locations around CLPOC buildings and recreational areas, cabanas on beaches, picnic tables and playground equipment—extras all expanding the enjoyment of CL residents, their families and guests.

More than $15,000 was donated to and distributed by the Gifts and Memorials Fund between May 2018 and August 2019. These financial gifts came from CL residents, their families and friends, and local businesses.

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Donations may memorialize departed friends or relatives, or may celebrate special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries. Some contributions benefit specific personal interests, such as Legacy Park or Golf Enhancement Committee projects.

The Gifts and Memorials Committee coordinates approval and installation of all projects with CLPOC directors and staff.

Committee members also correspond with donors and honorees’ families. Committee members are Chairman Ken Swathwood, Karen Chestnut, John Yantis, Sue Malzahn, Ron Stickney, and Jackie Lambka.

To suggest projects or for information about donations, please contact Ken Swathwood at 972-4039 or leave him a message at The Pines office.

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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

BY MARILYN YVON

LAKESIDE MOTOR SPORTS Summer Concert Series Gone

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Series Sponsors: Isabella Bank, Sweeney Holbeck

GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN —this year’s Lakeside

Motor Sports Summer Concert Series at the Reuther Pavilion. What a series it was! We had a variety of great entertainment, and from the number of spectators—as well as the number of dancers—obviously everyone enjoyed the music and camaraderie. Even the weather cooperated.

Now it’s time to thank those who made the series possible. Let’s start with those of you who came out to enjoy the series; and of course those who supported it by donating, whether it was through the purchase of wrist bands or by dropping your free-will donation in the buckets. Your generous donations give us confidence that we can continue to hire amazing musicians to keep the concert series alive for another year and beyond.

Next, our sponsors, without whom we couldn’t sustain the quality of entertainment. Please patronize these fine businesses and thank them for their support: Title Sponsor: Lakeside Motor Sports Concert Sponsors: Morton Township, Tullymore

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Of course, it takes hands-on efforts to pull everything together. Acts need to be booked, sponsors need to be recruited, the pavilion needs to be opened and closed, and the buckets need to be passed, among other things. A big thanks to volunteers Danielle Maneke, Susan Morris, Jim Brakora, Diane Spieker, Marilyn Yvon, Jim Benoit, and Kathleen Reau; and especially to Dave Spieker, whose guidance and presence are invaluable to ensuring a successful concert series.

All the performers were outstanding, and we thank them for coming out. Some drove for longer than their performances lasted—a testament to their love of music and entertaining, as well as their regard for the Canadian Lakes concert series.

Another successful concert series has concluded.

The efforts have already begun to make next year even better! Thank you for your support.

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YARD WASTE SITE INFORMATION

BY ROGER STOBERT

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

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hanges have been made to the yard waste site availability. The facility will only be open on Wednesdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., April through November.

No longer will the gate be opened at other times.

This change is because people have left logs, tires, shingles, paint cans, and bags (plastic and paper) with their yard waste, along with dropping their wastes in the roadway instead of back against the wood line.

We are sorry for this inconvenience, but it has become apparent that we cannot allow people to dump their yard waste without our volunteers there to diligently watch what is being unloaded.

Members, please pass this information on to your lawn contractors so there is no confusion.

The yard waste site was established to provide a place for Canadian Lakers to dispose of yard wastes because burning or dumping it on neighboring lots or common areas is prohibited in Canadian Lakes. One errant smoldering leaf could spell disaster if open burning was allowed.

The yard waste site is located on the south side of Pierce Road between 110th Ave. and Tullymore Dr. Items allowed to be brought to the yard waste site include tree and shrub branches and limbs less than 4 inches in diameter and plant-based materials normally associated with residential yard maintenance such as grass clippings, leaves, and discarded mulch. Do NOT leave materials outside the gate when the site is closed.

Items NOT allowed to be left at the site include campfire ashes; garbage, such as food scraps like rinds, peels, and cores; paper, plastic, and Styrofoam products, including yard waste containers.

To gain access, attendants (all volunteers) will check for a current CLPOC ID, vehicle sticker, or guest pass. They may ask you to uncover your wastes

to allow for inspection. Contractors doing yard maintenance for members may also use the facilities, but they must provide the CLPOC ID, guest pass, or the lot number and member’s name to gain access.

When depositing your yard wastes, please place them behind or on top of already deposited materials rather than in front of or on the access road, to minimize the number of times we need a “push back” to allow access to the road and turnaround. There is a cost associated with each push back, and minimizing these helps minimize our membership fees.

Should you have any questions regarding the yard waste site, the attendants will be pleased to help you, or you may contact Roger Stobert, yard waste coordinator, at 231-972-1232, 231-288-0148, or spankky@charter.net.

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Marketing

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My name is Lindsay Halcomb and I am the new marketing associate. I am very excited to be working alongside Jessica and continuing the amazing efforts she has brought to our department and our community.

Although I am not originally from here, you could call me a local now. I am a Ferris State University alumna and hold a bachelor’s degree in advertising. My husband, Matthew, and I moved to Canadian Lakes after our daughter, Brooklyn, was born, and it was a great decision. Two houses and a son, Owen, later, we have been here eight years now. I love this community and raising our family here.

Some of our favorite things to do include cruising the lakes, riding our bikes to the new ice cream shop, kayaking, and sledding. My son said don’t forget making snowmen—it’s become a winter tradition when we get stir-crazy on cold days. We all bundle up and make our family snowmen with carrot noses and all. We love having our friends and family come up from down state. Not one person leaves here without having a good time, and that’s awesome. It truly is the GOOD life!

I’m really looking forward to the new year. There are many things to be excited about in our department; for instance, the new funding plan, which includes use of the amenities as part of the annual membership fee. As a resident and a marketer, this makes me really happy. I feel that the new funding plan will increase our popularity as a community and give us a little something extra. Look at it as tapping into a whole new market going forward.

Members will not have to “pay-toplay” here. For example, just ask my kids how many times I have brought them to the pool without cash and we would have to get back in the car and hit an ATM or skip it altogether and go to the beach.

Don’t get me wrong, the beach is our second home; but my kids like to practice their new skills in the pool sometimes.

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I hope you look forward to seeing some good things coming from our department as much as I look forward to being a part of them.

Lastly, I hope everyone gets to enjoy this fall weather and the beautiful colors while they last. This article has given you a chance to get to know me a little, and I’ll get to know you, too.

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From the CLA BY EARL CHRISTIANSON President 313-204-0877 eande751@sbcglobal.net

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f this time of year weren’t so incredibly beautiful in Canadian Lakes, I wouldn’t be so pleased to see fall arrive. Of course, knowing that I will probably hire someone to clean up the dead branches and fallen leaves around the house does help my appreciation of it.

Thanks to the more than 260 people who attended the CLA Annual Ice Cream Social on August 14. We had a great time.

Thank you to the following Canadian Lakes members who volunteered their time to help:

families. Thanks to former CLA Board member and past president Janice Covey for arranging this event for our community every year.

The CLA will once again have a Halloween Costume Dance on Saturday, October 26 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Castle.

The Royal Grille will provide a cash bar; and, as in the past, we ask that you bring a dish to pass. As of this writing, I do not have final word on what type of food items are being requested, what the tickets will cost, or who the DJ will be. Watch the Lite Lines, the Canadian Lakes News, Member Karissa Alex Tom Kerns eNews, CLA Facebook page, and the CLA Liz Dean Lynn Taylor website for more information. Please note: Karen and Jim Norm Brohl I forgot to arrange for a one-day liquor Melson Michelle Kauffold license for this event, which the CLA must Bob Bellomo Linda Tilley do when non-CLPOC members will attend David Hart Jeff and Patti and purchase alcohol at any event in the Lace Polluch Butzin Castle. Therefore, CLPOC members must Bob Bielby Cathie Mariner purchase the drinks for their guests; only Herman Hufnagel Lynette and Bob members will be permitted to purchase alMary and John Toney cohol. The bartenders will be asking to see Pondell Roberta Crawley your current Canadian Lakes membership Connie and Ray Sandy Mayo card. This is a state liquor license requireBohlinger ment. As always, no liquor is to be brought Many thanks also to the CLA Board into the Castle from the outside. of Directors for their participation in this event.

Kudos to CLA Board members Robin Bielby, Peggy Brohl, and Tom Gawenda for putting together our CLA 50’s Sock Hop at the Castle on August 31. It was a wonderful event and everyone had a blast. It brought back a lot of good memories. It’s been a while since Elaine and I swayed to the sound of the Platters or jitterbugged to Bill Haley and the Comets. It was fun, it was romantic, and my butt was dragging!

The Mecosta County Board of Health It’s time to trick-or-treat at the Castle, will be here on Friday, on Thursday, October 31, from 5 to October 11, for the CLA 6:30 p.m. Last year we had our largest Annual Flu Shot Clinic. turnout ever. And because we moved from This event will be held at the Highland Haus to the Castle, we had the Highland Haus from room for more people to attend and pass 9 a.m. to out candy, and we had an easier flow for 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 3 our trick-or-treaters. We will have tables p.m. Noon to set up for people who want to pass out 1 p.m. is lunch for the candy and join in the fun. Each person workers, so don’t show will be provided one half of an eight-foot up during that time. You table and two chairs. Last year we had 50 will need to bring your spots available for people to sit and pass picture ID and insurance card/s. The clinout candy. Feel free to bring some items to ic is open to all CLPOC members and their decorate your table half. If you wish, dress T h e C a n ad i a n L a ke r

up in a costume to get into the spirit, so to speak!

Any items that light up must be battery operated because we cannot provide an electrical outlet. Also, only battery-operated candles are allowed, no open flames. Last year, more than 460 kids and parents attended. Coffee, donut holes, and cider will be available for all. If you plan to pass out candy and decorate a table, I suggest you arrive between 4 and 4:30 p.m. to allow yourself time to pick a spot and set up. The doors will open to trick-or-treaters promptly at 5 p.m. We hope to have pumpkin carving/decorating again this year. Last year we had 24 decorated pumpkins on the wall surrounding the Commemorative Brick Garden in front of the Castle, supplied by the CLA and decorated by community volunteers.

This time we may have a prize for the best pumpkin by a vote of those attending the event.

This is a fun event for all, and I know the kids and their parents are happy to have a safe, fun, and warm place to trick-or-treat.

Thursday, November 7, is the CLA Annual Cook-Off at the Highland Haus from 5 to 7 p.m. More information—including what we’ll ask our cooks to make—will appear in the upcoming Lite Lines, the Canadian Lakes News, Member eNews, CLA website, and the CLA Facebook page. Twelve CLA members (each participant must be a CLA member) vie for first, second, and third places, with cash prizes given as well as the winner’s name engraved on our cook-off plaque. Attendance is open to all CLPOC members and their families and guests for an admission fee of $5 per person. Cooks and children five years old and under are free. Cooks, as well as children five years old and under, are not eligible to vote. Bring your cupcake tins to hold

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the foam cups that will contain the 12 samples you will be receiving, and vote for your favorite. Coffee and dessert will be provided, and you may bring a beverage of choice. We will also have some nice door prizes for those attending. Please contact Peggy Brohl at 901-831-1673 or msbrohl@comcast.net to let her know you will be attending. We have seating for about 100 available for that evening. The monies we collect from this event go into our Medical Supply Room Fund to help purchase needed items that are available to all Canadian Lakes members.

The CLA Christmas Craft Show will be held on Saturday, November 30, at the Castle from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is always a great event filled with talented crafters that everyone looks forward to.

Last year more than 1,000 people attended. Lunch will be available to purchase. Contact Sue Destrampe at 231-972-0511 or sdestrampe2013@charter.net with questions.

To maintain the quantity and quality of the social events and the clubs the CLA provides, we need CLA members to step up and join the CLA Board of Directors. I will gladly discuss with any CLA member interested in joining the Board what positions are available. Better yet, attend one of our board meetings as a guest and see what we do.

You can contact me at 313-204-0877 or eande751@sbcglobal.net.

Please volunteer whenever you can.

The CLA appreciates your support.

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For With A Cause

BY MARILYN YVON

Paws Headquarters

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hen she and her husband Randy moved to Canadian Lakes in December 2018, Pat Kreple brought along her passion: being a foster mom to puppies destined to be assistance animals, through Paws With a Cause.

The couple hadn’t intended to move to the area. “We have three children, one of whom lives with her family in White Cloud. They have a cabin, and we had been up for occasional weekends over the past ten years. We were driving around and 'stumbled' on Canadian Lakes. Neither of us knew anything about it, so I resorted to the internet and Jessica Slendak to find answers.” The happy result is that Randy, an over-the-road long-distance trucker, and Pat, a former pastry chef and baker, love it here.

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Pat and Quincy

Pat brought her involvement in Paws With a Cause with her. “I got my first dog in 2004,” she says.

Since then, she's fostered puppies, hosted a breed stock, and housed "too many puppies to count" to house break and crate train before being placed with their foster families. Sharing her passion are the couple’s five grandchildren, all of whom have been involved assisting with Paws puppies.

The puppies are placed in foster homes at about eight weeks of age and remain for about one year— this is Phase One training. During this time, the foster families (sometimes referred to as “raisers”) attend training classes with their charges, where the people learn how to train the dogs and the dogs learn basic skills. “This is different than obedience school,” Pat explains. “The dogs are taught much more than ‘sit,’ ‘stay,’ and ‘heel.’ This training is the foundation for all the skills and behaviors required of any assistance dog.”

Overall training takes about two years. First come the puppy classes, during which the dog and raiser are encouraged to attend weekly classes. After a year or so, each dog returns to the organization to receive a medical exam and an “aptitude test”; then it is placed into a program in which nonviolent prison inmates help refine and add to the dog’s skills.

Next, the dog goes back to Paws With a Cause for evaluation and further training, during which it is matched to and trained precisely for the needs of an individual client. Clients include those with mobility challenges, children on the autistic spectrum, and hearing-impaired individuals.

Watching the puppy training classes is a treat.

An important aspect of being an assistance dog is not to be distracted—full attention must be on the person. So the classes, held in a large, gymnasium-type room at the organization’s national headquarters just outside Wayland, Michigan, include

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Canadian Lakes

Events

Training Class

OCTOBER

11 | Annual Flu Shot Clinic 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

At the Highland Haus

the services of a couple cats whose duty it is to run around the room (even coming nose-to-nose with a dog occasionally) while each dog stays still next to its foster person. “My cat helps train the puppies I foster,” Pat laughs.

An interesting aspect of Paws With a Cause is that the organization breeds many of the dogs it uses. Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and even poodles have the temperament and physical attributes needed. Of course, not all dogs measure up. Such dogs are placed in other capacities or in individual homes. Pat says, “One of my breed-stock puppies became a detection dog for law enforcement”; which, she notes, is not unusual.

Julie Thorington, national puppy foster coordinator, notes that the desire for service dogs significantly outweighs the availability, in large part because of a lack of foster homes in which the puppies can receive initial training. “We place 75 to 100 dogs a year with clients,” she says, “but get about 140 requests for assistance dogs each year.”

“It really isn’t difficult to train a puppy,” Pat says.

“Paws provides all the support and training required for foster raisers and their puppies to succeed.” And while it is certainly a commitment to foster a dog, doing so doesn’t mean a person’s or family’s lifestyle needs to change.

Pat is unabashedly hoping to recruit more raisers. “If we had more in this area,” she says, “we could start a Puppy Club in Big Rapids so the raisers wouldn’t need to commute to Wayland for training classes.” Of her passion, she says, “It’s gratifying to improve the life of another human being.”

For more information on Paws With a Cause, including how to become a foster home and how to donate, go to pawswithacause.org.

26 | Halloween Costume Dance 7 p.m. to 11 p.m At the Castle

31 | Trick or Treat 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m At the Castle

NOVEMBER 7 | Cook-Off

5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

At the Highland Haus

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At the Castle

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Safety

Canadian Lakes Safety ROB MICKEY Safety Department Director rmickey@clpoc.org

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ell, it’s hard to believe that we’ve come to the end of another great summer season here in Canadian Lakes! With the turning of the season comes a few friendly reminders from Safety: Boat Owners — As of Labor Day each year, the main ramp no longer has an attendant and the gate is locked.

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service. To put it in perspective, this past summer season more than 1,550 boats passed over the main launch ramp; and on peak days more than 150 went in and out on the same day — so please plan accordingly. Finally, all watercraft MUST be off Canadian Lakes waters by November 1.

RV and Trailer Owners — Please make sure these vehicles are moved to a proper storage location per our Canadian Lakes deed restrictions.

My office actively conducts dedicated sweeps during the fall months to identify RV and trailer parking violations.

Vehicle Parking — There is absolutely NO overnight or longterm parking allowed within street medians in Canadian Lakes. It appears people have been using these areas for overflow parking. There have been several issues along Belle Isle with vehicles in the median. It is a safety hazard to not only other motorists, but also to the vehicle owner.

Finally, a quick Safety stats snapshot of the last month completed at the time of print for this article, August 2019: Over the course of 31 days, 3,767 patrol miles were driven, with 146 calls for service.

Thank you all for a great summer. I wish all of you headed to warmer climates safe travels!

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WHO CARES...

WE CARE

GOLF OUTING By the CLPOC Golf Committee

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ecently, 120 members of Canadian Lakes took to The Royal Golf Course for the second annual “Who Cares…We Care” golf outing.

Thanks to Bill Hull and his team, the course was in great shape for a day of golf, fun, and friendship. The event was once again sold out weeks in advance.

After a great morning of golf, everyone came together at the maintenance garage for a cookout and prizes. It was also a tremendous opportunity for all to see the equipment Bill’s team uses daily.

Many people in the community have asked, “What is the Who Cares…We Care initiative?” Its purpose is expressed in its Mission Statement: Who Cares…We Care, is the Canadian Lakes golf community coming together by volunteering their time, talent, and treasures, to make golf fun and improve the golfer’s experience now and in the future, by providing tangible enhancements to Canadian Lakes golf courses.

What does this mean in practical terms? Well, to date the initiative has seen the members of the community donate funds that have been used for the betterment of our Canadian Lakes golf courses, by providing items used by all golfers. The list of member-provided improvements includes the following:

• • • • • •

divot sand boxes for the tee areas new bunker rakes new laser-sensitive flags new, more robust flag sticks new flags/cups for the putting green a commercial grade ice-maker/water dispenser, located in the pro shop

Items under consideration for future course improvement include new ball washers for forward tees, new bag stands for the drop-off areas, and additional flags/sticks, which will benefit The Pines and The Highlands courses.

Thank you to all those who donated their time and provided funding or prizes to make this year’s event so successful. A special thanks goes to Bill Hull and Dennis Wolfe for all their work on the course and the event and to Gail Hixson for working with the group to provide an outstanding lunch.

For those interested in helping, donations are accepted year-round. Make your check payable to Canadian Lakes Gifts and Memorials, line item “Who Cares…We Care.”

The Who Cares…We Care Committee is looking forward to planning next year’s event and opening it up to help accommodate even more golfers. Look for more information early next summer. Until then, have a great year.

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Pictured: Ken Grzeszak Photo by: Candy Parnell

FOCUS ON

2019 Bullhead Tournament Results The bullhead tournament was again a success. We had 15 adults and 4 youth who brought in 129 bullhead to be cleaned and eaten. The largest bullhead was 1.5 pounds, caught by Ken Grzeszak. Most total weight was 12.55 pounds by Pete Aleksynas.

Largest youth bullhead was from Conor Maneke at 1.145 pounds. A big thanks to Sue Glazier who again hosted the Bullhead Tournament and prepared the excellent food. Thanks to the cooks George Groll and Don Durham; the fileters Dan Glazier, Mark Eschman, Ken Grzeszak, and John Eberhardt; photographers Candy and Rick Parnell; and the weigher Dale Doepker.

Shore Fishing Locations for Non-Boaters The number one spot designed specifically for Canadian Lakes shore fishing is the common fishing dock on Sunset Lake. It is spacious enough to accommodate several fishermen and is wheelchair accessible. There are rod holders for fishing rods and a picnic table. Bass, pike, and bluegill have been caught from this dock. It is located on Sunset Lane, off Main Street in the Royal South Area.

Shore fishing can be good on any of our lakes, wherever there is common ground abutting the lake that you can access conveniently. The ends of beaches, when no one is swimming in the area, can also be used. Frequently, fishermen are seen on the south shore of West Canadian Lake alongside Pierce Road. In the kiosk at CLPOC office there is also a list of all the public shore fishing locations within Mecosta County.

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BY DALE DOEPKER For questions about fishing in Canadian Lakes or the Fishing Club, contact Dale Doepker at dtroutman97@aol.com or 231-972-8663

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Final Reminder – Annual Big Fish Contests Both the Youth Big Fish contest and Largest Fish of the Year contest run all year, from October 1, 2018, to September 30, 2019. There is one entry form for both, and the deadline for entry submittal for this coming year is October 10, 2019. The entry forms are available on the Canadian Lakes website and at the CLPOC office kiosk. Remember to release live all bass, pike over 24 inches, and all muskies.

Last Fishing Club Meeting of the Year, Wednesday, October 9 Everyone interested in fishing is invited to attend our meeting at the Alpine Haus at 7 p.m. At this meeting we will recap all our events in the past year and consider next year’s events. Results of the September 14 pike tournament will also be discussed. Election of officers for 2020 will be held.

As always, members will share their recent fishing trips, good or bad. We had 42 dues-paying members for 2019.

Little Pine Island Youth Camp A hearty THANK YOU to the 10 Canadian Lakes Fishing Club members who gave a combined 43 days from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. teaching and assisting kids to catch fish at Little Pine Island Salvation Army Youth Camp: Rich Jaskot, 4 days; Don Charles, 8 days; John Eberhardt, 10 days; Dick Knobloch, 7 days; Buzz Hersey, 2 days; Pete Alekysnas, Dan Dowdy and Kirk Faulds, one day; and Dale Doepker 9 days. If you were too busy to go this year but would like to be included next summer, please contact Dale Doepker at dtroutman97@aol.com.

LOON OBSERVATIONS We had one loon baby from the East Lake nest in May, which is now a juvenile and almost adult size. The far West Lake nest produced two baby loons on July 10. The loons on Lake of the Clouds abandoned their eggs, and we have not found a re-nest. Please stay at least 100 feet from any loons, so as not to disturb them. If you are idle in the water and they approach you, enjoy them, but be careful when you motor away. We have had only 11 baby loons reported for our entire Mecosta County this year, compared to 13 last year and 20 in 2013. By the time you receive this article, the adult loons will likely have left for the season and the juveniles may have left already.

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his article strives to clarify some confusion over the definition of three specific terms related to CLPOC financial reporting.

Members have expressed confusion over the terms “bad debt,” “lot defaults,” and “fee delinquency.”

Bad debt is a standard accounting term and is listed in our financial statements to identify membership fee revenue that has been written off as uncollectible. There are essentially two sources of revenue the CLPOC needs to be able to operate: membership fees and amenity income. The revenue generated by the various amenities such as the restaurant, golf, pools, fitness center, lakes, and campground are not subject to write off because they are collected at the time of member use or need. However, there are members who fail to pay their CLPOC membership fee; and after a period of time, those uncollected funds are written off our balance sheet.

Fee delinquency refers to the funds that property owners have failed to pay that subsequently require the corporation to pursue through liens, collection agencies, and the court system. A member may not be paying his or her CLPOC membership fee but continue to pay property taxes so that the lot or residence does not default to the State of Michigan.

Recently, the corporation has been successful in collecting these unpaid fees through small claims court and will continue to vigorously do so in the future. It should be noted that failure to pay the membership fee results in a negative impact to an individual’s credit rating.

Lot default is something that occurs if a property owner fails to pay property taxes to the State of Michigan. After non-payment has occurred for a period of three years, the lot will default to the State and will no longer be owned by the property owner.

Non-payment of the CLPOC membership fee does not result in a lot default, as that can only be triggered by non-payment of property taxes to the State.

Should you have any questions in this regard, please contact either Greg Babbitt at gbabbitt@clpoc.org or Jim French at jbf.clpoc@gmail.com.

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ith fall comes winter, and I would like to remind everyone that CLPOC has 66 feet of road right-of-way throughout most of the development. In many areas, members have chosen to take lawns to the road edges and not leave a shoulder area. Shoulders are a very important aspect of road maintenance; they not only give us room for plowing snow, but they keep grass away from the asphalt surface, which prevents future damage from cracking.

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Fall is a beautiful time of year, especially here at Canadian Lakes.

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PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT ~ A Success ~

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he Canadian Lakes Pickleball Club (CLPBC) hosted its first public tournament at Legacy Park July 26-28. More than 200 players and volunteers traveled from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Detroit, Traverse City, and even the Villages in Florida to participate.

The tournament players represented age groups from 19 to 80. Play commenced on Friday, July 26, with women’s doubles, followed by mixed doubles on Saturday, and concluded with men’s doubles on Sunday. There were 27 medal brackets based on experience level and age. Gold, silver, and bronze medals were awarded to first-, second-, and third-place finishers.

The tournament was a huge success! It was very organized and ran like clockwork. This is mainly due to the diligent and hard work of Carol Schroeder, tournament director, and her dedicated volunteer staff. Carol, the CLPBC Board members, and many volunteers spent at least a year planning for this event to reach fruition. Carol 34

said, “The total experience was so rewarding and the event proved to validate the effort that went into the planning. I envision the event growing.”

Numerous comments received from players and fans were very positive. Some of the remarks included “fantastic event,” “exciting,” “most impressive,” “fun,” “fabulous,” and “the energy of everyone was inspiring.”

More than 40 local businesses and individuals supported the tournament through monetary donations, gift baskets, products, and coupons. Each player received a gift bag with a variety of donated products. In addition, the CLPBC partnered with Angels of Action which provided concessions to help raise funds for the children of Mecosta County. The tournament would not have been possible without our sponsors’ generous support. Please consider dining and shopping locally to demonstrate our gratitude. A list of our tournament sponsors can be found on canadianlakespickleballclub.com.

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The tournament was an amazing accomplishment for the Pickleball Club, and the Canadian Lakes community benefited as well. It presented opportunities to showcase and market our beautiful environment and outstanding amenities to players, visitors, and spectators.

Several community members who came to observe the tournament have begun playing pickleball and have since joined the CLPBC. Perhaps one of the most exciting outcomes of our tournament is the overall interest that was generated in living in Canadian Lakes.

Gary and Claudia Lenon from Hersey, MI, said, “Seeing the way the Canadian Lakes commu-

nity and the Pickleball Club worked so well together in our tournament really inspired us.

We have purchased a home in Canadian Lakes and will be moving here after closing.” Another couple who came to observe the tournament is still searching for their perfect dream home in Canadian Lakes.

Will the CLPBC sponsor another tournament? Absolutely. Our tentative dates for next year’s tournament are July 31 to August 2, 2020.

We anticipate the event will be bigger and attract even more visitors to our community.

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Life on Our Links Hail to the Victors! Canadian Lakes Wins the Ladies Cup

The Canadian Lakes team took advantage of home course (cooking) on day two and recaptured the Ladies Cup. The first round was played at Tullymore, with the home team posting a 7-5 advantage. The final round at The Royal was an overwhelming success, playing front nine scramble match play and back nine singles match play. Thank you to all the ladies for their courage to compete amid a nice gallery of supporters from both clubs. Representing Canadian Lakes were Rose Groat, Laurie Grant, Janet Dorer, Rita Hernandez, Kathy Harenda, Gloria Rogers, Kim Elder, Connie Boudreau, Shannon Hannon, Lyn Edin, Kathy Baker, Barb Collinge, Deb Macaddino, Sandy Wallin, Millie Spinney, Marica Richmond, and Kathy Killingbeck. The Tullymore team was Sandy Wernette, Joanne Verbeck, Sheila Landis, Peggy Boldt, Jane Landstra, Deb Kirby, Carol French, Pat Grace, Pam Markel, Ruth Berg, Yo Bellingar, Deb Stauffer, Deda Berg, Denise Kuehn, DeLynn Rice, and Jerry Funkhouser.

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Your 2019 Canadian Lakes Cup Team is as follows: Ken Freeman (Match Play champion), Dale Wrubel (Team Match Play champion), Nick Zichichi (Team Match Play champion), top five from the points list (Todd Reitzel, Gary Jensen, Frank Schultz, Jim Grant, Ian Givens), Captain’s picks (John Napiewocki, Greg Hall, Ruben Alvarez, Ray Rezek), 13th man Gale Hixson and Assistant Captain Bill Middel. The team competed on September 18 and 19 against Tullymore/St. Ives.

Canadian Lakes Hole-In-One Club Update

As of September 6, we have had three winners in the Hole-In-One Club. Congratulations to Ken Swathwood, Ben Dorer, and John Napiewocki on their memorable shots.

With another month left in the season, we could generate more winners. Always remember that you never know when the next shot is going in!

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Beams of hope hung around the Castle during LIGHT UP THE NIGHT 2018.

Light Up the Night 2019 A Night Among the Stars

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s summer ends, fall and the holiday season creep into everyone’s mind. For Century 21 White House Realty and Angels of Action, Light Up the Night 2019 is on the top of their minds. Just as last year, Century 21 and Angels of Action are teaming up to put on another spectacular night of entertainment, food, drinks, and more for members and guests of the community.

Last year’s event created such a buzz in the county that the event sold out in an astonishing two days. This year, the committee expects the same. Throughout the summer, committee members met periodically to discuss theme, decorations, food and drink, and all other aspects of the night that make the event so great. The theme this year is “A Night Among the Stars,” with the children of our community being the stars of the night. For Chip Issette of Century 21 White House Realty, this event is exceptionally exciting.

“I and the agents of Century 21 White House Realty love this event because it is an opportunity for us to put Canadian Lakes on the map,” he says. “We want more people to be able to experience a little slice of ‘The Good Life.’”

Century 21 White House Realty is the premier event partner that made the Castle lights possible. Not only did Chip and his agents want to share Canadian Lakes with the public, they wanted to give back to the community that supports them. They brainstormed a new way to show their appreciation, “We had done a customer appreciation party during the Fourth of July a couple years back, but the CLA already does a great job putting on events during that time,” Chip says. “We decided an off-season party would be the way to go.”

The event means a lot more than a cocktail party, though. For Angels of Action, Light Up the Night is one of their biggest fund-raisers. Last year’s event raised enough money to feed 180 children in Mecosta County for a year.

Because of the generosity from the community and guests, Angels of Action was able to expand the number of kids the organization feeds by providing weekend food for students in Big Rapids High School. Joni Thompson, Angels of Action’s executive director, explains how big an impact this event has. “We are beyond blessed to be able to be the beneficiaries of this event. Thanks to Century 21 White House Realty and the community, we are able to serve more food-insecure children in our community.”

Even after the event, the lights on the Castle continue to shine a light in the community. Members and guests of Canadian Lakes can enjoy the lights and shows every weekend throughout the holiday season. On Friday and Saturday nights, one can find 50 families or more at a time at the Castle, holding warm drinks and making memories as the building lights up and the lights dance to popular Christmas songs.

The Castle lights represent not only the holiday spirit, but also the love and generosity of the community. Light Up the Night is a great opportunity for the community to get involved and help local food-insecure children, whether it be through volunteering for the event, donating

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Guests at LIGHT UP THE NIGHT 2018 Dancing to DJ Dill Pickle auction items, or attending. The event itself leaves a lasting impression on those who attend, but the effects of the generosity leave a lasting impression on the lives of the children in our community. If you are interested in donating an auction item, making a monetary donation to Angels of Action, or sponsoring a Beam of Hope, visit www.angelsofaction.org/lutn2019.

Angels of Action and Century 21 White House Realty are ready to light up the night on Friday, November 8. We are super excited to be kicking off the holiday season by shining bright in our future generations’ lives. Make sure you and your family check out these amazing lights and enjoy a holiday season full of memories, love, and gratitude.

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Canadian Lakes Safety and Mobile Watch would like to thank the more than 100 volunteers who attended the picnic. A special thanks to Dennis and Georgette Zywica, Chuck Adams, Roger and Tracie Stobert, Casey Smith, and Bill Hull and the maintenance and custodial teams for their assistance with the picnic preparations, conduct, and cleanup. As a result, great food and fellowship were had by all.

We wish to express our deepest gratitude to the following sponsors for their generous support of Mobile Watch. Through their benevolence, numerous prizes were presented to the Mobile Watch volunteers: Amy’s Nail & Spa Antlers Fireside Grill B&B Construction and Lawncare Century 21 White House Realty Canadian Lakes Ace Hardware Canadian Lakes Eyecare Canadian Lakes Shell CLA CLPOC Coldwell Banker Lakes Realty Flair for Hair Hixson’s Family Market Isabella Bank Lakes Rentals

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BY ROGER STOBERT

Lakeside Pizza Mercantile Bank Purple Plum Fashions Royal Grille Simply the Best Boutique Jim and Leigh Brakora, Jim and Merrelyn Brand, and Chat and Darlene Phatharaphak were inducted into the Mobile Watch Decade Club, joining the other 52 previous volunteers who have been in the Mobile Watch for 10 years or more. They were presented with certificates and recognized for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to Mobile Watch and Canadian Lakes. Their faithful efforts are a tribute to their conscientiousness and compassion for the community and fellow residents.

It is with gratitude and pride that we honor and thank them and the previously inducted Mobile Watch Decade Club members.

Finally, special thanks to all the Mobile Watch volunteers, including the area captains, backup captains, and patrollers, who make Mobile Watch possible. Their continued contribution and support help ensure the safety of our community.

If you believe the safety of your community is important and are interested in becoming a prestigious Mobile Watch volunteer, please contact Roger Stobert, Mobile Watch Coordinator, at 231-972-1232 or spankky@charter.net.

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CLPOC Board Minutes The following Board Meeting minutes have been condensed from the original for easier reading and to reduce the number of pages printed in The Canadian Laker. Complete minutes are available at www.members.canadianlakes.org under the governing tab, where you’ll also find full videos of Board meetings.

CLPOC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Saturday July 28, 2019 Highland Haus 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Jan Watts at 9:00 am.

All Board members were present as well as staff members Greg Babbitt, Estelle Molitor and Kim Dowell. Members at Large in Attendance: 17 2.AUSTIN TOWNSHIP REPORT: None 3.PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Jan Watts Thanked members in attendance and those watching on Facebook. This meeting agenda includes discussion and action on the funding proposals for the 2018 ballot.

6.FINANCIAL REPORT: Kim Dowell reviewed the financial information for the month of June 2018.

Compared to last year: total assets increased $723,548 total liabilities have increased $527,244 total net worth has increased $150,304 The net income YTD is $315,517 versus a budgeted $296,262.

Currently 592 lots have outstanding 2018 fees totaling $344,899.

Have spent $52,090 of the budgeted $800,669 from Reserve Replacement Fund Spent $772 of the expected $2,000 from Capital Improvement Fund 7.COMMITTEE REPORTS: Committees reported as follows: a.ACC: (Paul Szymkowicz) •Approved two new house constructions.

Have 8 new houses being constructed this year. b.CLA Liaison: (Jan Watts) •July’s winners of the CLA $10 member appreciation drawing were Wanda and Jeff Ratledge.

•The CLA membership up 39 members from last year. Now totals 915.

•Anyone joining now will have their membership paid thru 2019.

•The CLA is looking for new Board members for 2019. c.EXECUTIVE: (Jan Watts) •Talked about communications at their July meeting.

•Continued discussion on lot data base.

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•Discussed the ballot in general regarding electronic voting. d.FINANCE: (Jim French) At their July meeting the committee: •Met with the auditor and reviewed the draft copy of the FY2018 audit. The corporation is healthy financially.

•Discussed and approved the Reserve Replacement items on July’s Board meeting agenda.

•Were updated on the small claims actions, the Ad Hoc Funding Committee, and strategic planning items affecting Finance Committee •Discussed the White and Green Funding Plans •Expect information this week on the accounting software for the Membership ID System, targeting release by the first of next year.

•Discussed need to have a project implementation process in place •Survey response indicated low interest in paying membership fees other than yearly so will not be pursued at this time. e.AD HOC FUNDING: (Jan Watts) •Information forum held on July 6 by the committee, Strategic Planning Committee and the Finance Committee. Forum can be viewed on the Facebook page.

•Scheduling another forum on August 3 at the Highland Haus which will include a Q & A session.

•Recently conducted unofficial mock vote on the finding proposals had 257 responses. f. Nominating Committee: (Paul Szymkowicz) •Five nominating petitions in circulation.

The deadline to submit is August 31.

•Requests for information can be sent to CLPOCnomnating@gmail.com. g.STRATEGIC PLANNING (SPC): (Dan Altier) •Their meetings changed from Saturdays to Tuesday evenings.

• Looking at four categories.

1.Infrastructure: Seeking info on alternative governance models. Pursing info on future sewer threat 2.Cultural Considerations: Collecting info on facility usage. Studying increased Castle usage to generate income. Holly T h e C a n ad i a n L a ke r

Kaiser and Mike Neville have volunteered their skills to look at updates. Focusing on volunteerism.

3.Physical Activity: Focused on biking/ hiking trails and exploring potential for repurposing Pines Golf Course.

4.Lakes: Effective use of the Truxor first priority. Arresting soil erosion is challenge they would like to change by using floating docks.

8. GENERAL MANAGER REPORT: (Greg Babbitt) a.Marketing Update: (Estelle Molitor) •Members Night at Fifth Third Ball Park last Thursday. Employee/volunteer night is August 24.

•Starting another Facebook ad campaign hoping to sell the last $500 lots.

•Our second radio promotion, Mojo’s Lakehouse in Canadian Lakes, is starting Monday.

•This year’s annual meeting will be a little different. Adding some fun stuff on top of the usual meeting agenda, including the castle lights thank. b.Community Projects Update: •Projects planned this year are the East Royal Bridge and the Royal Deck replacements.

•East Royal Bridge replacement intended to occur this fall after Labor Day. Still attempting to obtain preliminary quotes for the Royal deck •The Royal and Alpine tennis court resurfacing scheduled for the week of August 6th.

•Asphalt contractor completed work on July 27. c.Maintenance Items: •Road grading is being done on required roads in preparation for the final brine prior to Labor Day weekend.

•Staff has done roadside tree trimming as time permits.

•Lake weed spraying seems to have been effective and holding up. The Truxor has been very busy in several areas. Will be doing some Eurasian milfoil spot treatments on Lake of the Clouds.

•No wake signage ordered for the 3 bridge locations on East and West Royal Roads. d.Amenity Update: •The restaurant having very good season thus far. The $5 burger night will be

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Trivia scheduled to return beginning Monday August 6th. As a trial item, the bar will be open the next few Wednesday evenings.

•All golf courses are now doing well.

Junior golf camps went very well. August will be Champions Month. Groupgolfer program generated additional sales this year over last year.

•The Campground continues to run well.

•Storage remains full.

•The Indoor Pool and Fitness Center continues to do well. e.General Manager Committee Update: •BAG: Welcomed new member Dave Shirk. Discussed potential removal of the Cedar Trace building. Exploring locations and options for potential yard waste area which would allow the current yard waste area to be turned into additional storage space.

•Lakes & Environmental: Discussed upcoming cattail treatments and the implementation of a volunteer Marine Watch during no wake hours. Talked about the recent member discussion on gypsy moths.

•Golf : Discussed golf financials and holiday play. Potential golf cart service day in the fall. Firecracker Open had a record 61 foursomes. Discussed irrigation failure on the Pines course and the starter shack project at the Royal.

•Marketing & Awareness: Discussed Canadian Laker articles. Reported all directional road signage from US 131 and M20 to Canadian Lakes are in place expect one sign. Placed directional signage to Royal Golf Course and Royal Grille on Pierce Rd and 100th . Waiting for Canadian Lakes signs on the top of the two Pure Michigan signs.

•Committee looking for additional members.

•Compliance: Discussed recent Mobile Watch efforts, upcoming volunteer picnic and potential volunteer Marine Watch program for lakes.

•Restaurant: Discussed operations and staffing, upcoming promotions and special events. Continue to assist with helping to promote the restaurant and special events, and developing other ideas. f.Seasonal Activities: •The July 4th holiday weekend went very well. Received many compliments for the numerous member activities. Staff did a great job.

•Campground inspections scheduled beginning next week and common area docking inspections beginning following week.

•Beginning preparations for Labor Day weekend.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR: Approved the June 13th, 2018 Workshop notes and the June 23rd, 2018 Board Meeting minutes.

10. MEMBERS COMMENTS ONLY ON ITEMS FOR ACTION OR ITEMS

FOR DISCUSSION: None 11. ITEMS FOR ACTION: a. Approve Replacement Reserve request for golf course cart paths: French moved to approve the drawdown of the Replacement Reserve Fund in the amount of $32,495 for the resurfacing of asphalt cart paths. Item is just over the $31,000 budgeted. Motion passed unanimously. b. Approve Replacement Reserve request for Safety vehicle: French moved to approve the drawdown of the Replacement

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CLPOC Board Minutes Reserve Fund in the amount of $20,591.82 for the replacement of one Safety vehicle.

Amount is approximately $8,000 less than budgeted. Motion passed unanimously. c. Approve Funding proposal(s) for 2018 Annual Meeting: •French moved to approve a ballot proposal containing the White and Green Funding Plans as outlined to be presented for approval to members in good standing as of September 30, 2018 for the November 17, 2018 Annual Meeting pending legal counsel review. Discussion followed regarding whether the ballot should be for a single plan or multiple pans and which plan should be on the ballot. Membership had been told three plans were under consideration and Original thought was to give the membership the opportunity to vote on multiple plans. The next step was to determine whether a single recommended plan would be placed on the ballot or more than one for membership vote and then how that would be accomplished.

Board had to consider how to respond if nothing gained the majority of the votes as required by the Articles of Incorporation. Plan developed for this contingency is complex, cumbersome, and possibly includes additional cost to the CLPOC. After lengthy discussion, the recommendation is to place a single plan on the ballot.

If plan placed on the ballot is rejected at the election, there is still one more year left on the 2012 Funding Plan.There would be funding for next year but we would have to create a plan for the following years.

Wilcox made friendly amendment to the motion to say we will present one plan to the membership. That plan to be discussed and decided upon at today’s meeting by the directors. Friendly amendment accepted by French. Motion now reads a motion to approve a ballot proposal containing one funding plan to be presented for approval to members in good standing as of September 30, 2018 for the November 17, 2018 Annual Meeting pending legal counsel review. That plan to be decided upon today by the directors. Colley requested friendly motion include the one selected be the Green Plan. French replied it would be more appropriate to decide one or two plans. If one plan is decided on, then discuss what plan it should be. Vote was called. The amended motion passed unanimously.

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Plan. Discussion was opened to include either selecting the Green Plan or the White Plan. In the following very lengthy discussion, French, Colley, Altier, Wilcox, and Watts were proponents of the Green Plan and opposed the White Plan. Their position was that the Green Plan would do the most good for the community for the long haul. Green Plan offers opportunity for the community to step forward making changes in the way things are done, adds additional value to lots, allows usage of certain amenities without additional cost saving money for active members, is positive from a marketing stand point potentially enhancing viability and sustainability, provides stable financing, allows for potential growth and stabilization over time, The White Plan business philosophy has resulted in finances being an issue every year and is status quo. Don’t believe any more lots will go back to the state just because the membership fee is higher with Green Plan than White Plan Brakora and De Young were opposed to the Green Plan and supported the White Plan. Their position was that the White plan is not status quo but is new, different, and an improvement over what we have had making basic changes in the funding plan that addresses past funding problems. White Plan is more beneficial to membership as a whole. Green Plan would be neutral for value of improved lots but concerned it would have a negative impact on unimproved lot value, putting the corporation in jeopardy as a number of the members would not see value added but a negative value due to higher fees leading to defaults of membership fees. Opportunity for growth is the same with both plans but the big philosophical difference is who and how the amenities are funded. Both plans can be equally marketable because of the many amentias available. Both plans address the basic funding mechanism positively. Although one plan costs $100 more than the other, it comes down to the philosophical difference between the plans and what is best for the whole.

A roll call vote was taken to approve only the Green Plan being placed on the ballot.

Motion carried 5/3 with Brakora, De Young and Szymkowicz dissenting.

Currently going out for bids. b. Airport Hanger Roof: An item to expend $24,142 from the Replacement Reserve Fund for the replacement of the airport hanger roof. (Babbitt) Item is out for bids.

12. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: a. Golf Maintenance Building Roof: An item to expend $46,964 from the Replacement Reserve Fund for the replacement of the maintenance building roof. (Babbitt)

14. DIRECTORS COMMENTS: oFrench: Received a text from a member watching on Facebook who indicated the discussion regarding one or two plans was confusing to watch so he recapped what

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13. MEMBERS COMMENTS: a. Carrol Snyder (GP 146): Asked for a clarification of the Lot Equalization Fee included in the funding plans and how many lots are in default at this time subject to the Lot Equalization Fee. Was told it takes three years of not paying taxes for the lots to be foreclosed upon. Last year March 62 lots went back to the state. Asked how many Canadian Lakes lots are not currently paying taxes. Told that information should be available from governmental sources. Do not know how many lots are delinquent on their taxes or by how many years delinquent until they go back to the state in March. As of May 2018, 592 are past due in paying their membership fees – 134 houses and 458 unimproved lots. The Green Plans anticipates there could be an increase in defaults, then stabilizing and beginning to fall again.

Asked if there is room for growth in the common docks areas for more boats on the lakes. Was told approximately 700 of the 900 staked spaces are being used. b. Ron Beck (RS 651 & 663): Gave an update on the condition of Fawn Lake since the use of the Truxor and the installation of second pump. c. Ken Swathwood (RS 210): Recognized Board made a tough decision (regarding the funding plan). Asked each Board member to support the resolution. d. Mike Molesky (RS 458): Encouraged Board to enforce any plan. Need to look forward regarding membership ID system especially if Green Plan is approved. It will need to be enforced, especially in the use of amenities. Appreciated Main Street re-paving. e. Roger Stafford (RS 471): Expressed appreciation for the Canadian Lakes community. Indicated support for how well it is being managed with the resources we have.

Appreciates positive engagement and leadership during the very difficult discussion.

Agreed that it is important to support the Board decision going forward.

CLPOC Board Minutes happened. oColley: Acknowledged and appreciates the hard work the Board does. Thanked committee members and everyone behind the scenes for effort getting to the point we did today with the funding proposal. oAltier: Expressed appreciation for the Board conversation. The transparency of Board discussion was valuable and appreciated. Agrees with Swathwood’s comment. Appreciates the members attending or watching the meeting. Looking for volunteers. oSwartzendruber: Great Board member discussion. Thanked the other Board members for their openness. The CLA Board does a lot of work and needs membership involvement. oSzymkowicz: The Nominating Committee trying to get out nominating petitions. oWilcox: Proud to be part of the community that worked diligently to help the Board get to this point and the Board members who spent many hours putting together the plans. Respects everybody’s decision. Hopes we come together, making Canadian Lakes truly a great place.

15. MEMBER COMMUNICATIO N REQUIREMENTS: •Approved Reserve Replacement items – golf cart paths and purchase of Safety vehicle •Approved placing just one funding plan, the Green Funding Plan, on the November ballot for membership approval.

•Questions on funding can be sent to clpocfunding@gmail.com •Nominating Committee seeking Board candidates. Questions sent to clpocnominating@gmail.com will be answered.

16. EXECUTIVE SESSION: None 17. ADJOURNMENT: French moved to adjourn at 11:35 am with support.

18. NOTICE OF FUTURE MEETINGS: a.The Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 in the CLPOC Conference Room, beginning at 4:30 p.m. b.The Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at the Highland Haus, beginning at 9:00 am Respectfully submitted, Kris Bybee Assistant Secretary Beckie DeYoung, CLPOC Board of Directors Secretary (board minutes are printed as submitted)

CLPOC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Saturday August 24, 2019 Highland Haus 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Paul Szymkowicz at 9:00 am.

Board members present: James French, Bob Halpin, John Colley, Jan Watts, Dan Altier, Jim Brakora, Beckie De Young and Jim Swartzendruber Staff present: Greg Babbitt and Kim Dowell APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: French moved to approve the agenda.

Motion passed unanimously.

AUSTIN TOWNSHIP REPORT: None PRESIDENT’S REPORT: (Szymkowicz) Thanked members in attendance and those who watch the meeting on line and for the continued support of the Board.

FINANCIAL REPORT: (Kim Dowell) Reviewed the financial information for the month of July, 2019.

There are 524 delinquent lots with an outstanding 2019 balance totaling $264,401 and 284 delinquent lots with an outstanding 2018 balance of $137,309.

Stated we are in line with where we expect to be considering we are operating under a budget that has all the cuts in it. That will fluctuate when the budget is amended.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: Committees reports as follows: a.ACC: (Jim Swartzendruber) •Did not meet. b.CLA Liaison: (Szymkowicz) •August winner of the CLA $10 member appreciation drawing was Richard Threharne.

•As of August 31, the membership is 939 households, an increase of 20 over the 2018 CLA listing.

•Listed upcoming events. c.Executive: (Szymkowicz) The committee met August 16 and discussed the following: •Several pending legal issues •Allowing online comments by members during the monthly Board meetings •Creation of a Gifts and Memorials Ad Hoc Committee to establish acceptable parameters c a n a d i a n l a ke s .o r g

•Communication needs between the Board and the membership •Outline the process to be taken by the General Manager to bring operational needs to the Board for disposition.

•Process needed to allow members to opt to vote by mail or electronically.

•Need to promote staff ’s success collecting delinquent membership fees. Must be understood that failure to pay fees will not be tolerated.

•Process for election observers.

•Review of process to select members of the Executive Committee. d. Finance: (Jim French) At their August 21 meeting, the full committee: •Discussed the budget.

•Talked about the audit. Auditor will review at next meeting. Are not any concerns.

•Kim Dowell presented an update on the small claims actions and the successes using it.

Have filed in small claims court $455,759 of past due fees.

Have had judgments of $ 120,758.

Have collected $140,416.

Are actively and aggressively pursuing those who have decided not to pay their membership fees and are being successful.

•Talked about the updated FY2020 ProForma budget.

•Discussed golf course equipment replacement from the Replacement Reserve Fund.

•Received an update about Strategic Planning from Colley.

•Discussed BAG Committee this fall going thru our Asquard Replacement Reserve fund, reviewing all of the costs to make sure they are all updated. e.Ad Hoc Lot Default: (Halpin) •Various committee members discussed the current detailed lot collection effort and gave updates on Morton Township zoning rules and various ways to enhance lot value and lot purchases.

•Will explore cause and effect and potential solutions to the lot default problem based on factual lot data and analysis. Will look at correlation between fee delinquencies and lot defaults.

•Will explore all angles that address two major things: How to increase lot ownership value and how to drive high capacity lot sales.

•Will look at amenity transfer issue, lot consolidation and re-use, new condo and home development, campground expan47

CLPOC Board Minutes sion, and lot purchase incentives to try and affect value and capacity sales.

•Will meet with officials from the Michigan Land Bank on Labor Day week for an information exchange.

•Expects the committee to produce a set of recommendations for the Board to consider which may include “fix something” to “leave it alone”, including the pros and cons. f.Nominating: (Swartzendruber) •Have received and approved three nominating petitions. Four haven’t been returned. g.Strategic Planning: (Altier) •Focused on solidifying the Community Plan funding process at their August 12 meeting.

GENERAL MANAGER REPORT: (Greg Babbitt) a.Marketing Update: •Slendak thanked Steve Wilcox for volunteering to help with the video streaming of this meeting.

•Save the date info has been launched for Members’ Night of Lights at the Castle on Friday, November 22nd. Both the Members’ Night and the guest nights will have new elements this year. Tim Collinge has closed two partners that will help make Members’ Night even better.

•There is a recent uptick in internet inquiries and people inquiring about the $500 lots advertised on our website.

•Will be working to update the online list of available lots. b.Usage Report: •Printed with the agenda handout showing the current month (July) and the year to date totals. c.Community Projects Update: •Presented update on Royal deck replacement work. d.Maintenance Items: •Road grading and brining •The Truxor and a new invasive planet called Starry Stonewart.

•Beach tilling and roadside mowing. e.Amenity Update: •Restaurant: Daily specials have done well.

The Monday Funday buffet is doing well.

The front of house operation has been busy. Dueling piano event was a big hit.

Recently had another karaoke night which members continue to enjoy. Are planning some special food and drink specials for Labor Day weekend.

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mately 600 rounds compared to this same time last year due to the slow start due to bad weather.

•Pools and fitness: The Indoor Pool & Fitness Center continues to be busy. The Outdoor pool remains open thru Monday, September 2nd.

•Campground: Currently seasonal campground sites full and non-seasonal sites are fully booked for Labor Day weekend.

Trick or Treating planned in the Campground for Saturday of Labor Day weekend and all members are invited.

Storage area remains full with a waiting list. Members are asked to observe the new post system which has been installed in the inactive area.

•Recent pickleball tournament successful.

It was extremely well-organized, well run, and it brought many new faces to our community. There were 207 registrants, of which 160 were non-CL members. Each one received a gift bag with CL map & brochure. Sincerely thanked the pickleball group for all their efforts. Planning underway for another tournament next year. f.General Manager Committee Update: •BAG: Discussed replacement of subdivision signs to gain some uniformity and consistency. Further discussion on the report given to the Executive Committee regarding beach rejuvenation. Discussed Castle wall coating repairs. Discussed adjustments needed to the Replacement Reserve data which will be reviewed it to verify accuracy. This fall will review entire 30 year schedule containing approximately 800 individual line items.

•Lakes & Environmental: Discussed previous and future planned lake treatments.

Discussed obtaining a permit for Lost Lake channel dredging using the Truxor.

Reviewed other local lakes’ maintenance budgets to compare to our budget.

•Golf: Discussed golf financials and rounds, Group Golfer stats, and upcoming events. Discussion on staffing concerns.

Discussed ideas for funding the replacement of the dying spruce trees on the course.

•Marketing & Awareness: Discussed Member Nights of Lights and potential different events each weekend following it. Discussed the possibility of partnering with Ferris’ marketing program to do a class project. Discussed ideas for the next Laker issue.

•Compliance: Committee will meet next Thursday.

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•Restaurant: Committee did not meet this month. g.Seasonal Activities: •Labor Day weekend activities will include Patriot Golf Scramble, Dog Days, Car show, and book sale.

CONSENT CALENDAR: De Young moved to approve the July 10 Workshop Notes and the July 27, 2019 Board Meeting minutes as well as receive and file the July 2019 check disbursement. Motion approved unanimously.

MEMBERS COMMENTS ONLY ON ITEMS FOR ACTION ITEMS OR ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: •Wally Kardosh (NS056 & 057): Question about ProForma budget salary line item.

•Dennis Jager (PI314): Committee meetings schedule on the web site. Poor condition of beaches and maintenance.

Restaurant inclusion in usage data •Deb Perry (CL511): Member attendance at committee meetings. Beach tilling three times a year.

ITEMS FOR ACTION: a. An item to amend the Fiscal Year 2020 ProForma budget: •French moved to approve the amended Fiscal Year ProForma budget as submitted.

•Motion passed unanimously. b. An item to approve the members of record in good standing date: •Swartzendruber made a motion to fix the date of September 30, 2019 as the date of record to establish members of record in good standing and entitled to notice and to vote in the 2019 annual membership election.

•Motion passed unanimously. c. An item to approve the Strategic Community Plan and process: •Altier made the motion to approve the Strategic Community Plan and Process as outlined above and on the attachments.

•A roll call vote was taken. oYes: Watts, Halpin, Altier, French, Colley, Swartzendruber oNo: De Young oAbstained: Brakora •Motion passed. d. An item to expend $110,536.00 from the Replacement Reserve Fund for the replacement of golf course equipment: •French made a motion to approve expenditure of $100,669 from the Replacement Reserve Fund for the purchase of golf course equipment.

•Motion passed unanimously.

CLPOC Board Minutes e.An item to amend By-law IV (B) for permitting electronic voting: •De Young moved the Board approve the amendment to By-law IV (B) as stated above for the purpose of permitting electronic voting.

•The November 2018 election membership approved change to the Articles of Incorporation allowing electronic voting necessitated a change to By-law IV (B).

•Members will have to opt in if they wish to vote electronically. This procedure is currently being developed for use in the November2019 election.

•Based on discussion, De Young changed the motion to the Board approve the amendment to By-law IV (B) as stated above with the recommended change to include all meetings, not just the Annual Meeting for the purpose of permitting electronic voting. Motion failed for lack of second.

•Brakora made a motion to table. Motion passed.

•Babbitt pointed out that by tabling

the By-law amendment the Board was cutting short the ability to have electronic voting at the November election since the current By-laws do not allow electronic voting.

•Altier moved to remove the item from the table. Motion passed unanimously.

•Following further discussion, the proposed third paragraph of the By-law was changed to read “To vote electronically, members must notify the Corporation either with a written and signed statement delivered to the corporate office or by email prior to the established date of member in good standing for the election. All electronic ballots must be submitted prior to the date designated by the Board. Any ballots not received by this time shall not be valid and shall not be counted.”

•De Young made a motion and the motion passed unanimously.

ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: a. Election Inspectors: An item to ap-

point election inspectors to serve at the 2019 Annual Meeting of the Members pursuant to Article IX (N) of the Articles of Incorporation: (DeYoung) •The final list of names will be submitted for approval at a subsequent Board meeting.

•Concern was expressed about procedural knowledge base of individuals serving as inspectors going forward. It was stated that a procedure does exist and has been followed for many years •De Young to furnish the Board members with a copy of the Election Process spread sheet and a copy of the ballot process. Will need to be modified for the new electronic voting option. b. Campground Office Siding: An item to expend $5,165.00 from the Replacement Reserve Fund for the replacement of the Campground Office siding: (Babbitt) •Replacement Reserve item scheduled for replacement this year.

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CLPOC Board Minutes vinyl siding for an extended life and updated look. Will be brought back to the Board for approval next month. Budgeted amount based on the type of siding currently in place. c. Ad-hoc Committee for Gifts & Memorial Procedures & Naming Rights: (De Young) •The Executive Committee recommends that working with the Gifts and Memorial Committee an ad hoc committee be formed to address this and come up with guidelines on how to handle gifts, donations and naming rights.

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member in good standing date for the November election ADJOURNMENT: French moved to adjourn to Executive Session 10:46 am with support

b.The Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at the Highland Haus, 11560 Belle Isle, Canadian Lakes, MI 49346 beginning at 9:00 am.

EXECUTIVE SESSION:

Respectfully submitted, Kris Bybee Assistant Secretary Beckie DeYoung, CLPOC Board of Directors Secretary (board minutes are printed as submitted)

NOTICE OF FUTURE MEETINGS: a.The Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 in the CLPOC Conference Room, 10690 Pierce Road, Canadian Lakes, MI 49346 beginning at 5:30 p.m.

MEMBERS COMMENTS: • Dennis Jager (PI014): Required beach work.

•Wally Kardosh (NS056 &057): Clarification of By-law amendment language regarding voting electronically option.

•Dave Mariner (RS318): Beaches – don’t have the money in the budget for repairs.

Need to look at them long term and get funding in place to do them.

• Debby Perry (CL511): Curious how the Reuther Music Pavilion was handled DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS: a. Brakora: Final summer concert at Pierce Beach. b. Altier: Community Planning Process.

MEMBER COMMUNICATIO N REQUIREMENTS: a.Announce approval of the Community Planning Process b.eNews regarding the status of Small Claims Court, the success using it, and plans for going forward. c.Approval of the FY2020 ProForma budget d.Encourage members to run for a position on the Board in the upcoming election e.Electronic voting option for the November election f.September 30, 2019 established as the

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9 Dawg Days, Men’s Basketball, Football, Hockey 1 10 17th Annual Veterans Day Band Concert 1 11 Veterans Day Program 3 20 Broadway Grand Rapids Presents The Lion King 5 22 Members’ Nights of Lights 7 22 Holiday Farmer’s Market 4 22-23 We Will Rock You The Musical 6 29 Century 21 White House Realty Presents The Opening Nights of Lights7

22-29 Elf the Musical 8 23 Festival of Lights Parade and Tree Lighting 4 30 Christmas Craft Show 7

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While we hate to see summer go, we are excited about another wonderful Christmas season with the Castle lights! All of us at Century 21 White House Realty love sponsoring these events and giving back to our community!