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LSA View Table of Contents June 2009

Features

Board & Committee Reports 5 Mike Doyle President’s Report 10 Paul MacDonald Treasure’s Report 13 Sandy Weber Landcare 15 Dan Devine Fishing Report 15 Paul Geck Safety Report 18-19 Cheryl Miller Recording Secretary Report 24 Linda Tucker Lake Quality Report 49 Linda Gepper A-Lot Update

Community Interest 12 Goose Round-up Information 14 Water Testing Oak Valley Middle School Students 36-37 Entrance Signs Information on latest designs for LSA Signs 44 Linked In Information on Networking 48 Lakeland High School Honors LSA Students receiving Honors

Social Activities 8 Perennial Exchange Photos 26 LSA Island Party Date and Time 32 Easter Egg Hunt Photos 34 Gloria Hughes Social Events Information 35 Fourth Of July Date and Time 35 Night of Lights Boat Parade Date and Time

In Every Issue 12 LSA Association Board Names & Numbers 20-21 LSA Bulletin Board For Sale, For Rent, Business Services, Wanted 22 LSA Bulletin Board Birth Announcements, Congratulations 25 LSA Information Board Email Policy, Pot Holes 30 Chef Pepper Harry Egyptian Basboosa Semolina Cake w/ Honey & Lemon 38 LSA Reference Guide Officers, Area Reps, Communication 45 LSA Good Guys Referral Services, Names and Numbers 49 LSA Communication Staff LSA Communication Staff Numbers

LSA Forms & Procedures 39 LSA Lake Safety Fast-Traffic Direction 42-43 LSA Treatment Notice Lake Treatment Information 44 LSA Guest Boats Policy 46 Boat Launch Rules 47 LSA Island Island Use Permit Form 52 Boat Launch Schedule

LSA Dates to Remember

July 3, 09 LSA Night of Lights Boat Parade July 4, 09 LSA 4th of July Fireworks Display August 1 LSA Island Party

September 9, 09 LSA View Deadline

Due to a space shortage the following documents are not published in this issue. LSA Marine & Sherrif Complaint Form LSA Guest Boats Registration Form LSA Dock Specification Form LSA Dock Slip Registration Form If you should need any of these forms you can find them on the LSA Website at Lakesherwood.org. If you do not have access to the internet please call Sandy Biebel at 248-676-0528 to get a copy.



Well the boats are in the water and summer is starting. It has been great to get out and see my neighbors. The men’s golf league has begun and after the first two weeks, my team is in first place. This is mostly be-cause the opposing teams have not shown up, but I’ll take it however I can get it. During the last board meeting I mentioned that I needed to write another president’s report and did not have much material, so they gave me some ideas to write about since they know the first thing everyone reads when they get the View is the president’s report. The first item is regarding the Lake Sherwood Association Aquatic Weed Control Manager. The current Man-ager is looking to step down after a number of years of exemplary service. If anyone has interest in taking on this responsibility, please contact me. It is a very important position within the Association, as aquatic weed control is about 50% of the Association budget. The major responsibility of the position is to work with the weed control applicator on the best way to manage the available budget and make sure the weeds do not im-pact the enjoyment of the lake. Another item is that the beginning of summer always brings graduations and the celebration of those gradua-tions. During this time, the lake is great place to enjoy these celebrations. Just remember that your guests will need to drive home and please help them celebrate responsibly. While they are celebrating, please monitor their actions on the lake to make sure they are safe. As the summer really kicks off, the graduates and their friends will be out enjoying the lake with time off from school. Please keep track of what they are doing and remind them to be courteous of everyone on the lake and those that live on the lake. I hope they have the best summer ever, but remember that during the workweek, many of us need to get some sleep so we can get up and go to work the next day. Please remind them that they need to reduce the noise level as the sun goes down. If they can’t seem to do that, I will be happy to drop by their house at 5:30 AM the next morning when I leave for work to see how they are doing. With regards to safety, please remember to watch your young children and grand children around the lake. Kids are not always careful around the water and even if they are good swimmers, they could hit their heads and be knocked unconscious. Don’t take your eyes off them at all if they are outside. If you are unsure if they might go near the water and you don’t think you can watch them every second, put them in a lifejacket. When my daughter was two, we put her in a swimsuit that had floatation built in. She never complained and we never worried about what might happen. Another safety item is to keep glass off of the islands. Please use the islands for picnicking or camping out, but for your safety and for others that might use the islands after you, do not bring glass on the islands. Also, any-thing you bring on the islands should be carried off. Leave the island just as it was when you got there. I am already looking forward to my favorite holiday on the lake, Fourth of July. It should be fun to have a long weekend and to once again have the fireworks on the Fourth. I look forward to seeing you on the lake and have a great summer. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you have regarding the Lake Sherwood Associa-tion. I can be reached by email at [email protected] and by phone at 248-684-2074. Remember that you can also contact any Board member, including your area representative with any questions or concerns.

President’s Report Mike Doyle June 2009



Perennial Exchange

Right: Four gallon-size perennials 1st prize drawing donated by Bogie Lake Nursery. Above: Two Shake n Feed plant food 2nd & 3rd prize donated by LSA resident Cathy Brush, Scott’s.

Sandwiches, desserts & beverages provided by Susan McFarland



Treasurer’s Report Paul MacDonald June 2009



Association Board

2009 Lake Sherwood

Officers Name Title Contact Number Mike Doyle President 248-684-2074 Kathy Sawicki Vice President 248-685-7056 And Legal Advisor Cheryl Miller Recording Secretary 248-684-0856 Paul MacDonald Treasurer 248-685-9736 Sandy Biebel Corresponding Secretary 248-676-0528 And View Editor Linda Tucker Past President 248-685-3547 Area Representatives Area Name Contact Number 1 Bill Crafts 248-685-7117 2 Gloria Hughes 248-685-0631 3 Rob Kondoff 248-685-1917 4 Tim Stilwell 248-685-0628 5 Paul Geck 248-685-9835 6 Brad Hynes 248-676-9137 7 Beverly Ziegler 248-684-2296 8 Tony Adams 248-684-0047 9 Jeff Bristol 248-685-7104 10 Sandy Weber 248-685-8471 11 Steve Biebel 248-676-0528

Goose Round Up

At the May 27th LSA Board Meeting the board voted to cancel Goose Round Up for 2009 and pursue the Goose Nest Destruction Program starting in 2010. LSA was represented at the Department of Natural Resources Goose Nest Destruction Program training class on April 9, 2009. The DNR provided literature and a slide presentation about nest destruction. It is the DNR's preferred program and they encouraged our association to switch to it as soon as possible.

• It is less costly for the state and the individual as-sociations to operate

• It is more effective in controlling the goose popu-lation short and long term

• It is endorsed by the US Humane Society The nest destruction program is held earlier in the year. It is not con-fined to one specific day like Goose Round Up. Usually it is about the third week in April through the first week in May. We will Provide more in formation in the following issues of the view.



Sandy Weber June 2009

Lake

Sherwood Landcare Spring is struggling along and has delayed some of our usual projects, but the Landcare Committee is very busy. I appreciate the infor-mation about trees and other problem areas. Please continue to keep me informed if there are areas not receiving the attention they deserve. Some of the areas receiving attention recently are: Trees: the trees along Surfwood, Raftwood, and Pikewood, received a trimming this Spring. Cleanup: many areas are getting routine cleanup, pruning, seed, fence repair, beach raking, etc. Buoys: the buoys will be in the water by Memorial Day. Please remember that there is no anchoring to a buoy. They are naviga-tion and safety markers only. The anchors are rough cement and have sharp hardware and are not safe for boaters or swimmers. Last year two buoys were severely damaged and had to be replaced. They are not for skiing or swimming around as they are filled with cement and will cause harm to boats and people. They cost money and a lot of time to replace. For everyone’s safety Please treat our private property with the respect you would your own property. All canals and areas behind the islands along the north end of Driftwood are NO WAKE areas. The area on the south side of the Commerce Bridge, as you exit the tunnel is also NO WAKE. There is no speeding through the tunnel. Let’s have a safe summer. Entrances: the entrances will have fresh flowers and flags for Memorial Day. Lawn cutting: the grass is being cut by Brien’s Lawn Service. If there is an area that is not being cut, please let me know. Lawn Spraying: Weed spraying is being done by Tru Green Lawn Service. Please let me know if there is an area being missed. I added quite a few to the program this year. Remember we do not treat within 10’ of any shoreline, so some areas never get treated. Shorelines: we will continue to leave a 4’ greenbelt along all shorelines, when possible. Islands: the islands will be cut starting May 20. Please remember to take all garbage off the island with you. The fire pits are for burn-ing wood only. If you want to build a bonfire you must bring your own wood. Please keep the picnic tables at least 8’ from the fire. The grills are for any residents’ use, but please leave it clean for the next person. Please remember to fill out a reservation form if you want to camp on the islands. If you camp, you must bring your own port-a-potty or plan on driving home. Projects scheduled for sometime this Summer or Fall: Commerce Shoreline Renovation Project: the shoreline of Commerce Road(on the south side of the road) will receive a break wall this year. Permits and plans are underway. The project itself will only take a few days. We are hoping to do the work when the water level drops.

Dam Inspection: the inside of the dam will receive an inspection as soon as the water level drops. The outside will have an inspection this Fall. Trees: the island trees and any shoreline areas will be trimmed, from the water, in the next few weeks. Kendall Park: the tennis net is in place. The swings are being repaired. Entrance signs: the sign committee has done a great job of discussing and choosing some possible sign designs. We have narrowed the project down to three possibilities and are now focusing on the site design. We are talking to masonry experts and getting bids on stone work. If you know of anyone in this business, we would like to hire from within the subdivision. A huge debt of gratitude is due Greg Woelfel, of Fast Signs, for his time and manufacture of sample signs for the committee. Please notice the signs at the Starwood entrance. They are a sample of the size and design we are heading towards. Thank you to Glenn Short for getting us the updated Com-merce Township sign regulations. I appreciate all the support we received at the General Membership meeting. If anyone is interested in the old redwood signs please contact me as soon as possible. I look forward to seeing friends and neighbors out on the water again. Summer is when Lake Sherwood really shines and why we all enjoy our lake community. Let’s continue to work together to keep Lake Sherwood safe and beautiful. Sandy Weber Landcare Committee Chairperson



David Browne, Oak Valley’s eight grade science teacher contacted Lake Sherwood to get permission for his classes to test our lake. He emailed: “In order to get all of our 8th graders to the site it would take 3 days. I have been given substitutes to cover classes for 4/20, 4/21, and 4/24. We were hoping to use the beach located on Driftwood from 9-11 and 12:15-2:15 on those days.” Linda Tucker sent Mr. Brown an overview of the testing that is done annually on Lake Sherwood (temperature, dissolved oxygen, phosphorus and nitrate nitrogen, Chlorophyll A, and water clarity). In return, he emailed back the class findings: Linda, We found Lake Sherwood to be in the good-excellent range for bacteria, phosphates, nitrates, and turbidity. The dissolved oxygen rating was only rated as fair. Our students hypothesize however, that this is most likely due to the low temperature of the water at the time of the testing. We were also very surprised at the amounts of macro invertebrates that we found. We found a number of different species as well indicating that the lake is functioning at more then a safe level for wild life. Thank you so much for letting us perform this experiment at your lake. Our students got so much out of it. It really let us make some real world applications in class. Dave Browne Oak Valley Middle School

Students Wade Into Water Testing (partial article) By Bob Gross, Special to The Oakland Press, 5-3-09 About 200 eight-graders from Oak Valley Middle School in Commerce Township are testing Lake Sherwood to determine its health. Lake Sherwood is an impoundment on the Huron River in Commerce Township. The data being collected by the pupils is “kept for finding out how the Huron River watershed is doing. It can be found out over time whether or not the houses on this lake, if all their fertilizers and other pollutants, are getting in there and if it’s affecting our water, because this is where we get our drinking water, the Huron watershed. They collected aquatic macroinvertebrates, insects and other small creatures that live in the lake. They also are monitoring the water for chemicals such as nitrates and phosphates and are doing an inventory of the physical characteristics of Lake Sherwood. “This is the first year we’ve done it”, said David Browne, eight-grade earth sciences teacher at Oak Valley. The water testing is part of the Global Rivers Environmental Education Network, which has been funded in the past by General Motors. “We’re trying to teach them how you can tell if a lake is healthy or not and if water quality is good,” Browne said, “a lot of them live near water”. Shanna Gitre, 14, said the presence of aquatic insects can indicate the quality of the water in the lake. We found some really small bugs that kind of looked weird. They were like a little seed basically; I never would have noticed that unless we pulled it out with the waders.”

Oak Valley Students Wade Into Lake Sherwood Waters for Science Class



I hope by the time you read this message that all of you have either put your boat in the water or are preparing to do so. It seems that most of the violations and tickets involve Personal Watercraft. So, in preparation for a safe boating season, you should know the following rules in regard to personal watercraft: Who May Operate a Personal Watercraft (PWC) No one under the age of 12 years may operate a PWC legally. Those 12 and 13 years of age may operate a PWC legally only if: He or she obtained a boating safety certificate prior to January 1, 1999, or all of the following conditions are satisfied: The operator is accompanied solely by his or her parent or legal guardian, and both the operator and the parent or legal guardian have obtained a boating safety certificate, and the PWC is equipped with a lanyard-type igni-tion safety switch, and the parent or legal guardian has the lanyard attached to his or her person, clothing, or PFD. Those 14 years of age or older: A person born after December 31, 1978, may operate a PWC legally only if he or she has obtained a boating safety certificate. Those born on December 31, 1978, or earlier may operate a PWC legally without restrictions. Those in your family who are thinking about going out on the water in a PWC this year should be thinking about enrolling in a boating safety class, where they will get a certificate after completion. This year, if you are over 16 years of age, you also have the option of taking an online safety class. A list of classes as well as in-formation on the on-line class can be obtained from the DNR website at www.michigan.gov/dnr There are classes coming up at City of Wixom (248-624-2850), at Huron Valley Community (248-676-8390), and at Aggressive Marine (248-360-7225).

Safety Paul Geck

June 2009

Report

A reminder: The Fishing Contest, where residents or their guests submit the size, species, date, caught on what, relationship to resident and proof of catch (either a witness or a picture), is back on for 2009. All fish caught in the calendar year 2009 from our lake are eligi-ble. I have only a few entries so far and look forward to receiving more throughout the year. All entries in the youth division re-ceive a trophy and lure and adults receive a certificate and lure. An entry form cn be found on the LSA website. It can be mailed to me at 3370 Tiquewood or emailed to [email protected]. All the best, Dan Devine

Fishing Report Dan Devine June 2009



Recording Report Cheryl Miller June 2009 Secretary

The following are the minutes of the Lake Sherwood Association General Membership Meeting on April 22, 2009. These minutes are subject to the approval of the membership. President Mike Doyle called the meeting to order at 7:35 pm and reviewed the agenda. Approximately 32 resi-dents were present which constitutes a quorum. However, because no action items were scheduled, a quorum was not required. Officers Reports President – Mike had nothing to report outside the agenda items. Vice President – Kathy Sawicki also had no new business to discuss. Recording Secretary - Cheryl Miller referenced the draft minutes of the October 23, 2008 General Member-ship meeting which were printed in the November 2008 issue of The View. No changes were suggested so the minutes were adopted by acclamation. Treasurer - Paul MacDonald indicated that the majority of the operating expenses are not incurred until mid to late year so there was nothing to report on the 2009 budget at this time. However, he added that not as many dues have been paid at this point in time as in prior years. He commented that this is not entirely unexpected given the economic environment. Committee Reports Social: Gloria Hughes reported on the fun LSA children and grandchildren had with the Easter Bunny the previous weekend. Other upcoming events include the annual perennial exchange on May 24th, the garage sale on June 4-6, the boat parade of lights on July 3rd, and fireworks on July 4th (rain date July 5th). Please consult The View for further details. To recognize the hard work of many LSA volunteers, a random drawing was held and Dennis Nicol (A-lot captain) and Paul MacDonald (treasurer) were given Milford House gift cards. Bob Hughes on Trentwood (Winewood A-lot captain) also received a gift card. Gloria reminded everyone to sup-port the local businesses that donate to LSA and who advertise in The View. Lakes Committees:

Linda Tucker reported that the annual weed survey would be completed by mid-May. Two aquatic weed applications are planned with the first being done after Memorial Day if possible. If done too early, Linda indicated that a third late summer treatment would be needed. The intent is to have the lake in great condition for the July 4th holiday.

Regarding the water level, the boards were replaced approximately April 10th. With the heavy spring rains, the water level is being monitored.

Fishing from the bridge by non-residents continues to be a problem and damage to surrounding plants has occurred. Oakland County Sheriff Lt. Clay Jansson has been contacted and has confirmed that the area being used is in fact LSA property. Road easements are controlled but are not owned by the Oak-land County Road Commission and therefore LSA is correct to call the sheriff to remove trespassers from our greenbelt properties.

Linda clarified that the recent Detroit Free Press article concerning fanwort infestation was not about our lake but rather it Upper Lake Sherwood.

April 25th is No Haz Day at Walled Lake Northern High School and residents are encouraged to drop off batteries, oil-based paint, TVs, computer components, etc.

The boat ramp is open and Phyllis is again hard at work for us! A concern was raised about missing caps on island docks. Sandy Weber will replace them again but en-

couraged boaters to be careful to avoid boat damage.



A-Lots & Docks: Linda Gepper reported that 11 open slips are currently available. Safety: Mike reminded everyone to look at the map of the lake in The View to understand directions, ski areas, etc. Buoys will be in place to by mid-May when the LSA pontoon is launched. Paul Geck will confirm the status of marine sheriff patrols given the budget cuts. Random weekend patrols and on-call availability can be expected at a minimum. Land Care:

Sandy Weber reported that the annual inspection of the dam would be done in a few weeks when the wa-ter level dropped a bit.

Because the paperwork took longer than expected, the Commerce Road project has not started yet. Per the DEQ, boulders need to be extended to protect the shoreline. Since the Road Commission of Oak-land County won’t help with the right away at the road, Sandy plans to have large deep-rooted bushes planted to stabilize the land and hopefully deter trespassing fishermen.

On behalf of the entrance sign committee, Sandy reminded everyone of the feedback residents have pro-vided over the past few years on their dues survey indicating interest in new signs. Greg and Linda Woelfel from FAST SIGNS provided photos of four prototypes ranging from laser cut limestone slabs to sign foam made of recycled plastic to anodized aluminum. Costs are still pending however it was stressed that new signs would not paid for with a special assessment. Rather, if approved by the gen-eral membership in October, the costs would be built into the 2010 budget just like all improvement projects. A couple of prototypes can been seen at the corner of Starwood and Commerce. A total of seven signs will be needed – one at each entrance and a new one at Driftwood/Sleeth. While the com-mittee finalizes the designs and prices, Andy Sarkisian offered to work with the Township to confirm their approval.

Old Business: Andy Sarkisian provided an update on the road SAD (special assessment district) that would repave the south-east portion of the subdivision. Although not a LSA project, he reviewed the multi-step process. Step one is complete with the “interest” surveys collected. Because of the early snowfall, field measurements could not be completed until this spring with estimates of costs expected to all affected homeowners by early July. After that, final letters will be sent to get legal signatures of deed holders. Due to the very challenging economic conditions, Andy indicated that it was difficult to know how much continued support there would be even though homeowners can pay a lump sum or over time. New Business:

The Road Commission is installing a traffic light at Sleeth and Wixom, not the “round about” as previ-ously suggested.

Jerry Ammons will confirm if he needs additional signatures for the annual goose roundup. Scheduled for the third week of June, Jerry reported that future goose round ups are questionable since it is in-creasingly difficult to find states that will accept the birds. There was discussion concerning the pros and cons of egg shaking and/or nest destruction including the difficulty of finding the nests. It was suggested that “nest mapping” be conducted and such a request will appear in a future issue of news-letter. Regardless of the control method, Jerry needs to collect signature from 70% of waterfront resi-dents.

Resident Vic Bolterstein offered to manage a “Linked In” site for Lake Sherwood residents who are look-ing for jobs. This professional networking “facebook” type site would not be on the LSA website. Vic reminded everyone that 75% of jobs are attained via an inside contact. While not a LSA project, it will serve as a great way for neighbors to help neighbors in these tough times.

Linda Gepper proposed and Paul MacDonald seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:15. pm. Mo-tion carried. Mike thanked everyone for attending. Respectfully submitted, Cheryl Miller Recording Secretary



For Sale

Bulletin Board Free Ads

To place ads email Sandy Biebel at [email protected] or call 248-676-0528

For Lake Sherwood Mem-

20" 1995 Malibu Response Ski Boat, 350 EFI - Very Clean with Elete Trailer. Original Owner. $12,400. Rick cell 248-444-8545 or work 248-276-1600 or E Mail [email protected] 1999 Four Winns Candia 214 Funship.(Deckboat) Very low hours. Volvo Penta 250 HP Engine, Dual prop Four Winns Sure Load trailer. Boat is in perfect condition. Must be seen to appreciate. Sale includes, canopy, life jacket, skis, ski-ropes, etc. $15,000.00 Hoist is also available Call John at 248-207-8015 28' Pontoon Boat- 50HP outboard. Currently in storage, but has been on Lake Sherwood for several years. Nice top, new in '04, new seats in '03. Great party boat! $3500.00 248-505-2262 1990 FOUR WINNS 180 CANDIA DECK BOAT - $5700 This boat is in excellent condition with low hours and is looking for a new home because the owners are no longer using it. We are the second owners and have had this boat since 1996. Well maintained and winterized by Chuck's Marine. 19'4" overall length , 5.0 HP Ford powered OMC outdrive Like new mooring cover , Bimini cover, Movable table (2 locations), additional bow cushions, AM/FM/CD player with 4 speakers, single axle Four Winns trailer, 11 passenger capacity, 11 life jackets & throwable cushion, anchor and rope. This boat is clean and ready to use this summer. Please make an appointment to see just how nice it is. Daryl at 248-302-6051 1996 Playbuoy Challenger Pontoon 20’, 40 HP Force motor, runs great. Seats and carpet clean, no rips or tears. Pop-up changing room and porta-potty. Asking $5,500 obo. Please call 248-529-6025 1979 19’ Four Winns Candia Including lift, trailer, new mooring cover. Well maintained. Excellent Condition. $5,000 takes all. Ask for Bill 248-685-9219 23’ Deackboat, Sun Chaser 2300 with 5.8L V8 (240 HP) OMC Cobra outdrive. Includes matching double axle trailer. Very clean. Spends most of the season up on canopied boat lift. Waxed, oiled, and lubed annually. Lake Sherwood is the only water it knows. Perfect all-around boat—tubing, skiing, dinner, cruising. Spacious, comfortable, smooth riding. First $6,500 steals her. 248-684-5179 early evening.

1979 19’ Four Winns Candia—Including Lift, Trailer, new Mooring Cover. Well Main-tained—Excellent Condition. $5,000 takes all; Bill - 248-685-9219 Johnson Motor; Older 40hp; runs great; perfect for your pon-toon; needs a prop, priced right at only $400.00 Paul 248-685-9736 22 foot - 4000 lb. aluminum Feighner boat hoist, blue vinyl cover for sale for $1800.00 Daryl at 248-302-6051 Swim Raft 8’x12’ Aluminum Swim Raft, diving board, ladder, recently carpeted. Excellent Condition $500. Call 248-685-7515 Swim raft, carpeted, pressure treated wood—$200. 248-802-9808 Water Slide Can fit on swim raft or placed directly in lake. Very good condition Call 684-9698 Raft with pool slide attached. 8x8 ft. raft 7 ft. slide excellent cond. $550.00 call Lendy 248-701-4164 Carpeting centering guides for Shorestation Boat Hoist. Pair of full length carpeted bunks with mounting hardware. Good condition $125 248-684-4113 Weider 300 lb. Weight Set Weight bench and all weights included, with ball bearing bar. Call John at 248-685-0925 Baby Jogger $75.00—Dennis or Monica 248-658-0736 FREE SWINGSET—decent shape, 2 Swings, Glider, 2 seater, Slide. Will help you remove. Paul or Sue 248-685-9736 Ducane natural gas grill with unused cover; $50. 248-685-8429 Delta 10 inch Compound Miter Saw Model 36-220 Type III. Includes dust bag, Irwin laser guide, all manuals. Cuts 47 degrees to the right and left, and 45 degree bevel. 15 amps. Very good condition. $75.00 Call 248-684-1211. Ballet Barres Inc. Portable Steel Single Ballet Barre 5’ wide, adjustable height. Like new. Asking $40, was $125 new. 248-676-0507



Wanted

Business Services Sewing Custom Sewing at your service. I’ll make it or find someone who can. Window treatments, Pillows, Quilts, Home Items, alterations and more….. Custom Sewing by Sam’s Hand’s. Sandy Biebel 248-676-0528 or [email protected] Pet Care Your home or mine - special care for your pets while you are away. Call Martha Klemmer at 248-685-8204 for more in-formation. Mary Kay Protect your lips with the new Mary Kay lip gloss with SPF as well as the Best Selling Skincare! Call Ruth Server to see the latest in Mary Kay products. 248-310-4008 Pet Sitting Serving Milford, Commerce, West Bloomfield, Farmington Hills, Walled Lake and Novi areas. Other close surrounding areas may be available. We provide services for Special needs pets, cats, fish, dogs, birds, caged pets (rabbits, hamsters, etc.). We also offer overnight sitting, alternating lights/curtains, doggie day care, pet transportation, daily dog walks, mail/newspaper retrieval. Sitter since 01/01/1999 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Phone: 248-895-1395 or 248-705-2711 House Cleaning Reliable, honest, hard working Lake Sherwood neighbor to clean your home. Many years of experience with references from your neighbors!! Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. Contact Vicky at 248-684-2503 or email [email protected]

For Rent

Kenmore Free Arm Portable Sewing Machinge + Accessories 53 stitch function, carrying case included, too many great features to mention. Still in the original box. Never been used. Originally paid $350, will accept $250 OBO. Call Betty 248-685-0925 Home Gym – WEIDER PRO 4490 2-station gym (similar to current Weider Pro 4950). $350. Contact Linda: 248-787-6298 Full Car Stereo System Includes: Panasonic CD/ am/fm radio deck, 2- 4” front speakers, 2- 8” rear speakers, 2 1050Watt Infiniti 10” sub-woofers200 watt Amplifier $450. Contact Jeff: 248-787-4363 Scuba equipment old or new. Scott Goings, 248-685-7321 Pontoon Boat to rent on Lake Sherwood for 4th of July week-end. Please call Mary Kondrat at 684-7396 Pontoon Boat wanted to buy and/or rent on Lake Sherwood this summer. Call 248-684-0456 Swim Raft wanted. Prefer with slide. Call 248-684-0456 Used pop-up camper in decent condition. Call Tim 248-684-5400. For Rent Petoskey-Harbor Springs area cottage for sale or rent. Min-utes from Boyne Highlands/Knubs Knob. 3 Bedroom, 2 full baths/fully furnished kitchen, sleeps up to 10. Available weekly or weekends. Call for rates 248-684-4113

We are looking for a second person to assist in Aquatic Weed Control. Responsibilities would include: - Surveying the lake to identify problem areas - Soliciting input from residents via e-mail for areas that require weed control treatment - Working with Aquaweed to schedule treatments and postings. - Notifying members about upcoming weed treatments via email.

The job will take a maximum of 2-6 hours per month. It's really a fun job, a great way to learn more about our lake, help maintain the beauty and value of our lake, and give back to the association. Anyone interested in learningmore about the position please contact Nanette Winowiecki: email: [email protected] or call 248-882-3888.

For Sale

Attention All Lake Sherwood Association Members

From: Nanette Winowiecki & Linda Tucker

Seeking Assisant Aquatic Weed Control Manager



Community For Lake Sherwood Members

News To place info email Sandy Biebel at [email protected] or call 248-676-0528

Congratulations Ryan Anderson is graduating from Orchard Lake St. Mary's. He is the class Valedictorian and is a National Merit Scholar. He will be attending U. of M. School of Engineer-ing. Watch for him on Ch. 7 WXYZ-TV "The Brightest and Best" public service announce-ments.

Sandy Weber trimming down the burning bushes by the LSA entrances

Ensign Adam L. Craig, USN, was awarded his Naval Avia-tor Wings of Gold on February 13, 2009 in a Winging Cere-mony at Naval Air Station Whiting Field in Milton, Flor-ida. Craig is completing ad-vanced MH-53E helicopter training and will join his as-signed squadron, HM-14, in Norfolk, Virginia in March 2009. The MH53-E is used for Airborne Mine Countermeasures, with a secondary mission of shipboard delivery. With 2 pilots and a crew of 6, it is capable of carrying 55 combat troops. Craig is a 2007 graduate of the United States Naval Academy and a 2003 graduate of Lakeland High School. He is the son of Lawrence and Jacqueline Craig of Commerce Township, Michigan.

Caught in the Act of Kindness



May 11th lake survey completed by Aquaweed’s owner Dick Pinagle Main Lake: I have surveyed the lake and all canals and yes there most certainly are weeds. In fact, in some places the weeds (mainly curlyleaf pondweed) are at or very near the lake surface. These areas

are almost the entire western lake shoreline and north west bay where the park and boat docks are located (Area 3 and 2). Weeds are at the surface just north of Linda's house (Area 10). Milfoil and curlyleaf are just below the surface growing in a large patch near the small islands located at the mid and southern section of the lake (Area 3). The one section of the lake that does not currently have a lot of weeds is the southern end of the eastern shoreline.

Canals: Several of the north canals have weeds near the surface (Area 1). Weeds are near the surface in Area 5 (mainly the park area and nearby small finger canals). Weeds are near the surface in the round bay off Winewood Ln. Weeds are about 10" below the surface in "Jungle Island" bay. Weeds are at the surface in patches along the southern shore of the main canal in Area 6. Algae is also an issue along the shore in many places in the canals.

The question becomes ....when should we plan the treatment? From a budget stand point, the later the treatment the better. Treating late May assures minimal weed grow-back before the July 4th Holiday. The lake usually requires two weed treatments a summer so the idea is to avoid having to do three (either partial or full).

Last year we treated May 20th and that seemed to work out OK although some weeds were coming back at the July 4th holiday period. The treatment plan is the same as last year. Use Reward to drop the milfoil and curlyleaf in most of the canal areas and the main lake (some of the canals do not need treatment at this time and can wait until after the holiday). We will use copper sulfate along the shore to kill the surface algae. Costs similar to last year. First treatment was May 18, 2009. Whole lake Reward and Copper Sulfate.

Lake Report By Linda Tucker

Nanette Winowiecki Aquatic Weed Control Mgr.

Use a light aluminum 30” lake rake, pile on dock or grass to dry, put in yard waste container.

To remove filament algae

use a skimmer net.

If weeds are heavy, use a pitchfork to lift bunches of weeds.

A rake cutter is also helpful in getting rid of plants growing on the bottomland.

Residents are encouraged to rake their shoreline.



One sure sign of spring is the emerging POT HOLES in the street. If your street has pot holes, call the Oakland County Road Commission to get them repaired at:

(248) 858-4804

Also, there is a email complaint form on their website

www.rcocweb.org. If the hole is small and you don’t want it growing larger — there is also a do it yourself solution. Buy a bag of asphalt repair at the hardware store to fill the hole. That will do the trick and keep the small hole from becoming a big problem.

Thanks for being a good neighbor.

Pot Holes

The LSA email distribution was created for better and timely communication for its residents. Examples of emails that are NOT accepted:

1. Anonymous 2. Jokes 3. Advertisements 4. Items For Sale/Free – (Including garage sale announcements) 5. Religious and/or Charity functions Fund Raisers or money requests. 6. Recommend for/or against any Political organization(s), and/or person(s). 7. Any other email notification and/or solicitation not directly affiliated with Lake Sherwood Association or its operations.

Don't stay in the dark - keep up with what is going on in Lake Sherwood.

To get on the list for reminders of upcoming events, article deadlines & more, please email Martha Klemmer at

[email protected]

Yard Bug Spray

Here is a recipe submitted by Linder Tucker to help keep those pesky bugs away. Thanks Linda 1 Cup Lemon Ammonia 1 Cup Lemon Joy Dishwashing Detergent 2 Gallons of Water Mix together & spray your yard before your party



LSA 2009 Island Party

(Adults only Please) Saturday

August 1, 2009 9pm - 2:00am

(no rain date) The Island Party is open to all residents, their friends and families. However, due to increased

liabilities, there will be NO BOAT SHUTTLE this year. Everyone is responsible for his/her transportation to the island. Bring extra bumpers & lines to tie boats together. Please be considerate of your neighbors boat, because parking will be a challenge.

Please bring chairs, picnic supplies, and beverages of your choice. Once again, Mr. Moody will electrify the dance floor.

There is a $5 per person fee to attend. (The association does not fund this party)

Bring a few extra dollars because the Boy Scouts will be grilling Cheeseburg-ers!!!



Egyptian Basboosa Semolina Cake with Honey and Lemon

Submitted by Judy & John Vincent (Surfwood)

Syrup: 2 cups sugar, 2 cups water, 1 whole lemon, 3 teaspoons honey Basboosa: 3 cups semolina, 1 cup flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup oil, 1 cup milk

To make the syrup: Peel the lemon with a potato peeler to get flat strips of peel. Juice the lemon. Bring the sugar, water, and lemon juice to a boil. Throw in the rind of the lemon. Boil until the lemon rind is hard or the mixture is a runny syrup consistency. Add the honey and set aside while you make the basboosa. To make the basboosa: Mix the semolina, flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add the oil and mix until all the batter is well blended. Grease a large cookie sheet tray (10 x 16 inches). Add the milk just before you are about

to bake. Dot the mixture into the greased pan by spoonfuls. Level the mixture with your hand (dipped in milk). Shake the tray to level. Bake for 1/2 hour at 350 degrees. Cut into squares and return to the oven for 5‐10 minutes. Pour the syrup over the basboosa.

Pepper Harry’s Chef’s Corner

While spending time at one of our favorite hobbies….cooking, I thought it would be a great idea to include a recipe or two in the View. Better yet, why not make it more of a contest as to favorite recipes from around the lake. So here is the plan. Recipes would be broken into two categories. The recipes will be published in the View just before the appropriate season. 1. Winter (Christmas, Chanukah, Thanksgiving, etc) Main Course, Finger Foods,

Sweets, Deserts, The Ubiquitous One-dish Casseroles. 2. Summer Outside cooking (it always smells so good around Lake Sherwood during

the 4th of July), Main Course, Finger Foods, Sweets, Deserts, The Ubiquitous one-dish Casseroles.

Don’t be shy about sending things in. This could be the best things since sliced bread. So let the ideas flow and we can spread the wealth of knowledge around LSA

Send your recipes to Harry Tucker via email [email protected]

Lake Sherwood Association Chef’s Corner

Pictured at right is John Vincent. He and his wife Judy are Lake Sherwood pioneers. John in Egyptian turban dress was taken on a trip he and Judy took last year to Egypt. Beside the usual camel riding, pyramid / mommies & crypts sight seeing , John managed to take in a lot of the local foods. AS a result John brought back for all to enjoy the included recipe. ENJOY



Easter Bunny

arrives in style

Winners Egg Toss; Jelly Bean Count; Spoon-egg Race



Thank You! Randy Wilcox of Keller Williams

For generously sponsoring:

The 2009 Lake Sherwood Children’s Easter Egg Hunt



Gloria Hughes June 2009

Children’s Easter Egg Party Update: Although the weather was cooler than expected and no glimpse of the sun appeared, the annual Lake Sherwood Children’s Easter Egg Hunt was packed with eager egg hunters. The highlight of the event was the arrival of the Easter Bunny in a sporty white convertible, compliments of the Jacobs family on Ravinewood Court. The raw Easter Egg toss was became frustrating to participants as the raw eggs would not break. The long process ended with the win-ners Bianca Zaguroli of Ravinewood Ct. and Sara Nelson of Ravinewood . The girls each received a large chocolate bunny for their prize. Also taking home a large chocolate bunny for their winning of the raw egg race was Carol Cochrane, niece of Kristin Born of Ledgewood. Owen Bailey, grandson of Virgil and Julie Schave of Tiquewood, guessed the closest for the jellybean count and was awarded a stuffed bunny rabbit. A sincere thanks to realtor and neighbor Randy Wilcox of Keller Williams Realty-Wilcox Group for generously sponsoring this annual event. Also a special thanks to Linda Tucker who volunteered to take individual photos of the eager children sitting beside the Easter Bunny and thanks to Nalani Hewitt for scattering the eggs throughout the park. A big cheer is extended to Mary Jacobs for toughing it out in the “costume”. Thanks Mary, we couldn’t have done it without you! Perennial Exchange Update: A spectacular sunny afternoon complimented the enthusiastic gardening group of Lake Sherwood residents exchanging plants and con-versing in Kendall Park. It was a perfect day for sipping Mojitos, munching on mini desserts and sandwiches, and gathering transplant suggestions, discussing plant problems and solving garden mysteries. Winning the perennial basket ($65 value) donated by Bogie Lake Greenhouse was Kathy Kleckner of Ledgewood. Immediately following the exchange, Kathy was also lucky enough to have master gardener Linda Becker of Driftwood stop at her yard and problem solve by providing a few tips. A special thanks to realtor and neighbor Susan McFarland of Century 21 Town & Country for again sponsoring this event. Visit the LSA website for photos of the perennial exchange. Night of Lights Boat Parade: Be a participant and enjoy the view. This light show of illumination is a spectacular event! The Night of Lights Boat Parade features a parade of boats adorned with illumination. Boaters have opted to use multicolored, clear and roped lights, as well as glow in the dark bands. This event will take place just after dusk (approximately 9:45pm) on Friday, July 3. Boaters will meet in the large bay off Wine-wood and Tamwood and travel throughout the main lake. Boaters are reminded to use an inverter of 400 watts of power to avoid losing power midstream. Also those traveling under the Commerce Bridge or Ledgewood need to have access to lower any illuminated poles to pass within the bridge’s height restriction. Fourth of July Fireworks: Once again, Zambelli Internationale of New Castle, Pennsylavania will provide the much anticipated firework display on Saturday, July 4. The 20 minute display will begin promptly at 9:55 pm from Higgins Island. Residents are not allowed picnicking on the island for the entire day on July 4 as the pyrotechnicians set up their equipment and the permit prohibits anyone on the property throughout the day. Also, due to federal regulations, boaters are required to stay within 1,000 feet from Higgins Island throughout the entire display. Failure to comply will result in an interruption of the firework display. * Residents on the main lake living on Commerce, Surfwood and Driftwood streets are encouraged to water down their boat and hoist covers to avoid potential sparks that could cause damage. Adult Island Party: Where else can you go to enjoy a night of dancing, mingling and craving your hunger under the stars? Join your neighbors and friends for the annual Lake Sherwood Island Party from 9 pm to 1 am, Saturday, August 1st on Higgins Island. The popular live band Mr. Moody, featuring Dr. Dan and Penny Shanahan, will perform. Invite your friends and family to enjoy a night of dancing under the stars. Cost is $5 per person. Don’t forget to bring some cash for the 50-50 drawing, as well as chargrilled burgers served hot off the grill. This is a BYOB event. Don’t forget to bring along extra bumpers for tie up, coolers, chairs and bug spray. Volunteers are needed for set-up and clean-up. Please call Dave Katzman at 684-0138 to volunteer.

Events Social



Layout and design by Lauren Sarkasian. Thank you Lauren, what a fantastic job.

Rain Date: July 5

FRIDAY

Saturday July 4 Approx: 9:55pm



Entrance Signs

Logo modifications will include the Lake Sherwood letters being enlarged to enhance readability from the road and the graphic “s loop” in the word Sherwood being reduced. The flag may be on a shorter staff. We received the township’s new sign ordinance (thank you Glenn Short) and are allowed 32 square feet for the sign not including the structure it is supported by. There are at least three designs being considered and all will be available for viewing at the fall GMM. The cost which is projected between $25K-$35K will be contained within the beautification budget.

New Entrance Signs, 1 sign each at

Driftwood/Commerce

Driftwood/Sleeth Surfwood Starwood Oakwood

Ledgewood Winewood

7 signs total

Neighborhood Entrance Sign

The Starwood Entrance Signs have a cardboard LSA logo (thank you Greg & Sue Woelfel of Fast Signs) to aid in the visual of what the new logo signs will look like. The logo will be 32 sq feet (3 1/2 X 5 shown in picture) and the support material will fill the remainder of the area.



Satin aluminum logo, navy blue background with silver letters and gold flag nestled in a fieldstone wall with rock boulders, grasses in front.

Satin aluminum logo, navy blue background with silver letters and gold flag mounted on a single limestone slab with stacked limestone slabs, grasses in front.

At the spring GMM, large photos of various entrance sign possibilities (thanks to Greg & Sue Woelfel) were available for resident viewing and feedback. A 34-page Powerpoint presentation was not presented due to the school’s projector equipment problem, but we thank Linda Tucker for her time and effort in creating it. Below are three sketches (by Sandy Weber) that the committee is working with to get bids and develop the final three designs. The goal is to project a water image by incorporating a lake, waterfall, or riverbed design with the use of rocks and grasses.

Satin aluminum logo, navy blue background with silver letters and gold flag nestled in a ledge rock wall with ledge rock tiered slabs, grasses in front.



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Need a question answered? Check this list for your Area Rep’s phone number or contact one of our officers or committee heads.



Lake Fast-Traffic Direction We continue to see residents using outdated locations for starting points for pulling up a skier/wakeboarder. The four starting points are: South of Higgins Island South of Castaway Island East of U-turn/Remo Island North of Skier’s Island This does not mean that if your skier/wakeboarder falls, that you have to go back to one of the starting points, this only means that if you are changing skiers, please drop off near one of the starting points so that the next skier can start at a starting location. All too often, we see skiers sitting in their boats, blocking the traffic lane for others. This is especially true at the north end where the lake narrows. At one time, the north end was a good starting point, but not any more; start up skiers cannot see well down the lake for northbound lake traffic coming into the north end. And we encourage boat traffic in this north lake area to reduce weeds and algae. Also, the north end has the best smooth water for ski because of the shoreline being all beach and no seawalls.

Another violation seen often is no “spot person” in the boat with the driver. Always have a 3rd person in the boat or on a PWC when towing.

Be safe. Enjoy the lake.

U-turn Remo Is.

Castaway Is. Skier’s Is.

Higgin’s Is.



TREATMENT NOTICE RESIDENTS IN THIS AREA ARE PLANNING TO HAVE THE WATERS IN THIS AREA TREATED WITH HERBICIDES AND

ALGAECIDES FOR CONTROL OF AQUATIC WEEDS AND/OR ALGAE. This notice is being circulated as required by Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) rules. A permit for the treatment has either been secured or will be secured from the MDEQ before the work is begun. In some cases a permit is not required. You are receiving this notice if you are in the proposed treatment area, or if you are within 100 feet of the proposed treatment area. In some cases, we also provide this notice to persons in adjacent subdivisions as an informational courtesy to advise persons who may have beach rights but are not lakefront residents. We usually work with groups of homeowners or their elected representatives through homeowners associations, or with the owners of apartment or condominium units. Please try to contact any of these in your situation if you have any questions about the proposed treatment plan.

Aqua-Weed Control, Inc. does two types of treatments: algae control and weed control. Algae Control - If we are doing only an algae control treatment using only copper based products then no water use restrictions apply. We will post the shoreline with 14 x 11 inch yellow signs informing you of this work as required by the MDEQ.

Lakes – Typically lake shorelines are treated twice during the summer. Ponds - Expect several algae control treatments during the summer beginning in late April thru Septem-

ber. Weed Control / Water Dye - If we are treating for weeds or using blue dye, then there are restrictions on the use of the water, and we will post the shoreline with 14 x 11 inch yellow signs before these products are applied to the water body as required by the MDEQ. We treat each water body according to a schedule or seasonal plan worked out between the persons in charge and an aquatic manager. A typical plan will include multiple treatments from May thru August and possibly September. However, due to the differences in season plans and the uncertainty of weather please watch your shoreline for the posting of the 14 x 11 inch yellow signs throughout the summer. Typical lake weed control treatment patterns:

If your lake is to be treated with Fluridone then you can expect treatment in late April or early May and then again in mid May.

If your lake is to be treated for weeds using other herbicides then you can expect two treatments a summer. The first being in late May or early to mid June. The second application typically is done in mid too late July or early August depending on weed growth patterns. In a few cases a third touch-up weed application may be required.

Ponds are typically treated for weeds twice each summer. IN MOST CASES YOUR WATER BODY WILL BE TREATED MORE THAN ONCE EACH SEASON; CHECK THIS WITH YOUR ASSOCIATION. The posted signs will indicate the date of the treatment, the product name, the active ingredient and any restric-tions as to the use of the water for swimming, watering lawns and the consumption of fish taken from these waters. We use NEW SIGNS for each treatment. Only products which have been registered for use in the aquatic environment by the Michigan Department of Agri-culture and the US Environmental Protection Agency are used. We anticipate using one or more of the products listed. Please be aware of the restrictions on each product. If the MDEQ changes any restrictions they will be noted on the signs we post.



AQUA-WEED CONTROL, INC. 11245 Milford Rd., Holly, MI 48442 248 634-8388 248 634-8870 Fax Web Site: www.aquaweed.com E-mail: [email protected]

PRODUCTS & RESTRICTIONS: Reward (Diquat dibromide): Do not use the treated water for swimming for 1 day (MDEQ restriction). Do not treated water to irrigate turf or non-food crops for a period of three [3] days after treatment. Do not use the treated water for watering food crops, animal watering (farm stock -- not incidental drinking by a domestic pet), or drinking purposes for a period of five [5] days after treatment. There is NO restriction on fish consumption. Diquat dibromide is the active ingredient. No swimming restriction exists on the federal label of this product. Navigate / Aquakleen (2,4-D): Do not use the treated water for swimming for 1 day (MDEQ restriction). Do not use treated water for irrigating plants, mixing sprays for agricultural or ornamental plants, watering dairy animals, or domestic water supplies. “Irrigation” includes watering gardens --however it does NOT include established grasses. Domestic use means using lake water inside your house. There is no restriction on fish consumption. 2,4-D is the active ingredient. No swimming restriction exists on the federal label of this product. Renovate 3 (Triclopyr): Do not use the treated water for swimming for 1 day (MDEQ restriction). Do not use treated water for irrigation of any plants except turf grass for 120 days or until the active ingredient has dissipated below a non detectable level as determined by water testing (usually after 2 weeks). This restriction does not apply to es-tablished turf grass watering. There is no restriction on fish consumption. Triclopyr is the active ingredient. No swimming restriction exists on the federal label of this product. Aquathol-K, Super Aquathol-K, Hydrothol-191 (Endothall): Do not use treated water for swimming for 1 day (MDEQ restriction). Do not use treated water for lawn watering for a period of 7-14 days. Do not use treated water for household uses, animal watering [farm stock], or similar uses for 14 days. Do not take fish for food use or feed use for a period of 3 days. Endothall is the active ingredient in each of these products. No swimming restriction exists on the federal label of this product. Sonar/Avast (Fluridone): Do not use the treated water for swimming for 1 day (MDEQ restriction). It is suggested that lawn and garden watering be restricted from 7 to 30 days. The suggested number of days depends on the rate applied and whether you are on a lake or canal and the type of irrigation. The sign we post when we treat will give the details for your area. Fluridone is the active ingredient. There is no restriction on fish consumption. No swim-ming restriction exists on the federal label of this product. Cygnet Select (Water Dye): Do not use the treated water for swimming for 1 day (MDEQ restriction). No restriction for fishing and watering. Organic dye is the active ingredient. The label restriction for swimming is “several hours” after application or after even mixing. Copper Sulfate / Chelated Copper / Earthtec (Copper based algaecides): NO WATER USE RESTRICTIONS. Informa-tional posting only. Komeen/Nautique(Copper based herbicide): NO WATER USE RESTRICTIONS on the federal label. Informational posting only. MDEQ recommends a 24 hours swimming restriction. Rodeo/Eagre/Shoreclear (Glyphosate): Used primarily for lily and emergent plant control. The active ingredient is Glyphosate. There is a 1day no swimming restriction (MDEQ restriction). There is no restriction on watering or fish-ing. No swimming restriction exists on the federal label of this product. When more than one product is used the restrictions longest limits will be posted. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OR NEIGHBORS WHO ARE IN CHARGE OF THE TREATMENT OR YOUR APARTMENT OR CONDOMINIUM MAN-AGER. If they cannot answer your question we can be reached at the number listed below.



Reminder LSA Policy on Guest Boats Guest Boat Actual By-Law

Below is information as stated in the by-laws for having guests’ bring their boats onto Lake Sherwood. Please make sure to be aware of the rules when having guests launch their boats

in Lake Sherwood. Thank you. 10.04 Use of Lake Sherwood Lake Sherwood and access to Lake Sherwood is private property. No person may use Lake Sherwood if such person is not an active member of the Association. Guest of the Association or active Association members may use Lake Sherwood only when written permission has been obtained from the Association or such guest is accompanied by a member. 10.05 Use of Property d. Use of Association Property

No person may use Lake Sherwood Association property, boat launch, A-lots, parks, outlots, islands, etc. if such person is not a member of the Association. Guests of the Association or Association members may use Association property only when written permission has been obtained from the Association or such guest is accompanied by a member.

10.07 Guest Boats A guest boat can only be launched at the Boat Ramp with sponsorship and in the company of an Association member in good standing. Guest boats are restricted to a maximum 48-hour access in any 30-day period. Lake access for a guest boat requires approval from the Boat Ramp Manager or Boat Ramp Guard at time of launch, subject to rules and procedures established by the Rules & Regulations Committee. An Association member in good standing may request full season access for a "surrogate" boat for special circumstances (e.g., regular vessel undergoing long term service repairs). For approval of a surrogate boat, the Association member cannot concurrently have a boat on the lake of similar type, unless special approval is obtained through the Rules and Regulation Committee. The Rules & Regulations Committee is empowered to develop procedural details and nominal fines for rule violations. Rules, proce-dures and fines will be posted at the Boat Ramp. Fines cannot exceed the amounts outline in Section 10.03 Regulations Committee.

Linked In To better assist neighbors who are searching for work, I am creating a Lake Sherwood group on the website “LinkedIn” and urge all Lake Sherwood residents, whether looking for work or not to join. Experts have data indicating 3 of 4 jobs are now attained through networking efforts putting the job seeker in the right place at the right time. LinkedIn provides the fastest means that I have found to create a network of professional connections that can assist one in landing interviews.

All one has to do is go to www.LinkedIn.com and create a personal profile of themselves. Once membership is attained, you should find the Lake Sherwood Neighbors group connection and request to connect. You will be asked to provide your name and address so that we limit membership to resi-dents of the sub. I will check this information off of my list of our neighbors and grant access. After that, it is up to you how quickly you build your network. Your network information and connections will be available to others in our group and this is how it quickly grows. It is easy, fun, and free. Best of all, it will help our friends get quickly back on their feet and develop our sense of community.

LinkedIn in not only for job hunting, but can also be used to identify neighbors of common interests as you will be able to access information in your contacts profiles that includes social interests as well as professional. Creating of new interest groups in areas such as classic cars or quilting can be started using information in our group.

So join today. Build your group and help keep our neighbors here in Lake Sherwood. Vic Bolterstein



Good Guys

Type of Business Business Name Phone Recommended by Date

Builder and Remodeling Ryson Homes Bill Opre 248-330-1111

Bill and his group did an awesome job with our addition. Dan and Maureen Wagner

3/09

Realtor Century 21 Today Bill Opre 248-330-1111

Dan and Maureen Wagner 3/09

Building Corp. Pro-Built Custom Building Corp. goprobuilt.com

Vince Pepitone, Owner 1-866-467-7656

Ron and Chris Burke Raftwood Drive

3/09

Home Improvement, flooring, bathrooms, kitchens etc.

JET Home Improve-ment Jethomeimp.com

Joel Thompson 734-207-8330

Dwayne Natwick Tiquewood Circle

4/09

Painting, powerwashing, win-dow cleaning

Ultra Shine of MI Mark 810-632-6220

Dwayne Natwick Tiquewood Circle

4/09

Painting and Decorating Dan ‘s Painting and Decorating White Lake

Dan Durbin 248-343-5910

Jim Clear Wavewood

4/09

Roofing, Siding & Additions New Era Construction

Frank Forgaciu 248-293-1077

Pete Shilland, Ledgewood “Excellent quality work on a timely basis, fabulous cleanup and very reasonable.”

5/09

Heating & Air Conditioning Conditioned Air Systems Heating & Cooling

Don Sutton 248-889-5625 C: 248-866-1560

Kathy & Pat Draheim Ravinewood Drive

Want to know about companies recommended by your neighbors? We are compiling a list. New names each issue. Complete list on the web: www.lake-sherwood.org. Want to make a recommendation? Just email Sandy Biebel at [email protected] with the name of the contractor (business), their phone number, your name and street. Multiple recommendations for the same business are accepted.

Complete Good Guys List on the Lake Sherwood website www.lake-sherwood.org

The June 2009

To make our lawyers happy we have to print the following disclaimer: “The companies on this list have performed work for the Lakes Sher-wood resident(s) indicated. Lake Sherwood Association does not recommend or endorse the products or services of any company so listed, and each resident is solely responsible for selecting the company that the resident believes is most qualified for that resident’s unique needs and circumstances. This list is published solely for the information and convenience of Lake Sherwood residents, and LAKE SHERWOOD AS-SOCIATION MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES REGARDING THE LISTED COMPANIES, THEIR PRODUCTS, OR SERVICES.”



1. Use of the boat launch is restricted to Lake Sherwood residents who have paid their dues and are members in good standing. Members must accompany their guests during launch and recovery of their guest’s watercraft. (see by-law pg. 14)

2. No parking is permitted in the boat ramp area or on resident’s property without permission. Violators will be ticketed by Oakland County Sheriff.

3. A Lake Sherwood sticker is required on all watercraft and is available after showing proof of ownership.

4. The boat ramp administrator attends the launch during normal hours of operation as posted in the newsletter, the web site and at this launch.

5. Watercraft without current MC numbers or temporary registration will not be permitted on the lake.

6. Unscheduled access to the lake, weekdays only, is by appointment. Please contact Jack Kline 684-2212, Harry Tucker 685-3547 or Phyllis Tracey 980-7418 between 10:00AM and 7:00PM for an appointment. $20 charge.

7. If a resident wishes to pay their annual dues at the boat launch, only a check made out to the Lake Sherwood Association is accepted. Please include your name and Lake Sherwood address or lot number on the check. Off water residents that have an a-lot dock slip will need their boat registration form (available on the web site) and dock number.

Note: The administrator is not here to launch your boats, help with your boats, or assume any liability for your property, but solely to make sure that ONLY Lake Sherwood residents in good standing are permitted on the lake. Summer* WEEKEND SCHEDULE: Sat. & Sun. 10am - 8pm. Summer* WEEKDAY SCHEDULE: Tues. Thurs. Fri. 4pm - 8pm *Shorter hours before Memorial Day and after Labor Day. Get complete schedule at www.lake-sherwoood.org

Boat Ramp 2009 Season April—October Rules Launch Boat



Lake Sherwood Island Use Permit Form To Lake Sherwood Island Goers: The Association implemented a policy for residents wishing to utilize the islands for late night use. This policy asks all resi-dents who wish to use any of the islands between the hours of 11 PM and 8AM to acquire a permit prior to doing so. The ability to reserve an island will allow families or other groups sole usage during the specified time. Please contact Gloria Hughes at (248) 685-0631 if you have questions or to submit your Permit Form. This application is a requirement for any persons occupying any of the islands after 11:00 PM and before 8:00 AM. This ap-plies for weekday and weekend activity. This application is good for one use only. Should a person wish to use the island again, another application must be completed. Failure to obtain a permit will result in a $100.00 fee. If this fee is not paid within 30 days, the applicant's residence would be tagged with a lien as done with unpaid association dues.

Permit Application for After Hours/Camping for Lake Sherwood Islands There are three islands on the main lake that offer dockage for persons to picnic, socialize and camp. There is a south island (Remo’s U-Turn Island), a mid-lake island (Ski Island), and a north island (Higgins Island). The below signature has agreed to use the island upon receipt of a $50.00 deposit, refundable upon compliance of the rules and regulations of Lake Sherwood. A pass is issued and applicant must possess a driver’s license and the pass at all times on the island. This person will adhere to the requirement as follows: no loud or disturbing late (early morning) noise, no destruction of Lake Sherwood property, no littering, no underage drinking and contained campfires only (large enough to burn only logs and twigs). No vagrancy is permitted on the island: therefore, no sleeping on picnic tables or without camping equipment. A Lake Sherwood resident must be present on the island during the requested hours of the application. The applicant must also bring his/her own receptacle to haul trash off the island. The following morning, the $50.00 deposit will be refunded as long as the above requirements have been met. I,_________________________________________, have agreed to the above requirements of visiting the (check one): Remo’s U-Turn Island_______________ Ski Island_____________________ Higgins Island______________________ As the permit holder, I agree to be responsible for the activity on the island on (Date) _______________________ during the approximate hours of _______________________________. Date:_____________________ Witness: ___________________________________________________________________ Applicant Information: Name ______________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________ Phone __________________________________________ Driver’s License ___________________________________________________

(Print two (2) copies, 1 for applicant and 1 for Lake Sherwood Committee Member) This form is also available at the Lake Sherwood website: www.lake-sherwood.org



2009 General Membership Meetings

October 2009 (Date TBD) 7:30p.m. Oak Valley Middle School

Mark your calendar and plan to attend!

2009 Board Meeting Dates Start @ 7:00 p.m.

July 2009 (tentative, TBD)

Wednesday, September 9, 2009 November 2009 (tentative)

Lakeland High School-Class of 2009 Honors Night

Lake Sherwood students from Lakeland High School’s Class of 2009 were recognized for outstanding achievement during the high school’s Honors Convocation Night . LSA senior students included the following: Becky Allor of Trentwood, Thomas Auty of Ravinewood, Austin Berger of Inverray, Bryan Bouck of Windwood Ct, Sarah Connelly of Tiquewood, Nick Fiebke of Gulfwood, Sarah Friend of Ravinewood, Nicole Hall of Leafwood, Rachel Hammer of Stumpwood, Michaela Harlow of Leafwood Ct., Rachael Hogarth of Deerwood, Nolan and Ross Hughes of Commerce Rd., Brent Jacoby of Driftwood, Emily Jump of Beachwood Ct., Annie Kujala of Leafwood, Christopher Kondrat of Surfwood, Maghan Kunze of Leafwood, Erica Lang of Gulfwood, Norm MacRitchie of Surfwood, Jared Phillips of Ravinewood, Kelsey Ruffin of Driftwood an Ricky Samuel of Windwood Ct.

Congratulations and continued success!

Perfect Attendance Congratulations to Nolan Hughes for not only his high academic success, but for maintaining “perfect attendance” throughout elementary, middle and high school. You were determined to never miss a day and you succeeded!



Lake Sherwood Communication Staff

View Editor - Sandy Biebel 248-676-0528 [email protected]

Ads Editor - Jane Cutler 248-685-9737 [email protected]

Email Manager - Martha Klemmer 248-685-8204 [email protected]

Webmaster - Julia Kondoff 248-685-1917

Photographer - Joe Slenzak 248-684-7301

Mail Manager - Martha Klemmer 248-685-8204

Please note:

At the bottom of each page the web address is listed for Lake Sherwood Association.

No more searching for it. www.lake-sherwood.org

A-LOT UPDATE We currently have 11 open slips around the lake. Don’t forget to turn in your Annual Registration for the 2009 season. Don’t forget, it your dock needs attention to keep it safe, please make repairs AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! If you have any suggestions and/or requests to improve the A-lots, feel free to contact me or the A-lot Committee. Better yet, if you see a project that would improve an A-lot, get a few folks together & get it done. If we all do a little bit, it goes quick. Have a marvelous summer, Linda Gepper A-Lot Queen 248-787-6298, [email protected]

Linda Gepper

Sherwood Lake A-Lot

June 2009



NO PARKING AT BOAT RAMP

Each year we have residents violate our boat ramp rules regarding parking. There is no parking at any time at the boat ramp, day, night or lunchtime. If you are not in your vehicle, you are parked and that is not allowed. The boat ramp (the entire area including the gate and adjoining fence) is for launching and retrieving watercraft, including off-hours and when the administrator may be at lunch. Please regard this space as if someone other than yourself parks in your driveway without your permission. Therefore, if you don’t have prior permission from the Boat Ramp Manager, then consider it off-limits. Thank you. Boat Ramp Manager

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