Dec 2012 / Jan 2013 A Monthly Newsletter for the HeatherRidge Community HeatherRidge Umbrella Association 5864 Manchester Drive Gurnee, Illinois 60031-6126 Ph: 847-816-9300 fax: 847-816-9312 [email protected]www.heatherridge.org All advertising will be accepted at the discretion of the HeatherRidge Umbrella Association (HUA). The HUA does not accept any responsibility for, nor does it endorse any advertising material printed in the HeatherRidge Happenings newsletter. No responsibility will be taken for any inadvertent omission or scrivener errors of an ad or content, or if the publication is delayed. Complete HUA Board Resolution and Policy covering advertising is on file at the HUA Office. What’s Happening? Resident Pages .................. 2 Association Meetings ............ 4 Treasurer’s Report ............... 9 Board of Director’s Meeting ...... 10 StoneyBrook Living ..... 12 Clubhouse News ............... 14 Hawaiian Night!........ 15 LifeLine Screening ......... 16 Public Notices & Advertisements . 19 Community Directory ........... 30 Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus! Dear Editor, I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in ‘The Sun,’, it’s so.” Please tell me the truth. Is there a Santa Claus? -Virginia O’ Hanlon Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus? It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The external light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. No- body can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world. No Santa Claus! Thank God he lives, and he lives for- ever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood. Francis P. Church New York Sun September 21, 1897
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Dec 2012 / Jan 2013A Monthly Newsletter for the HeatherRidge Community
HeatherRidge Umbrella Association 5864 Manchester Drive Gurnee, Illinois 60031-6126
All advertising will be accepted at the discretion of the HeatherRidge Umbrella Association (HUA). The HUA does not accept any responsibility for, nor does it endorse any advertising material printed in the HeatherRidge Happenings newsletter. No responsibility will be taken for any inadvertent omission or scrivener errors of an ad or content, or if the publication is delayed. Complete HUA Board Resolution and Policy covering advertising is on file at the HUA Office.
Dear Editor, I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in ‘The Sun,’, it’s so.” Please tell me the truth. Is there a Santa Claus?
-Virginia O’ Hanlon
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy.
Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus? It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The external light with which childhood fills the world would be extinguished.
The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. No-body can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unseeable in the world. No Santa Claus! Thank God he lives, and he lives for-ever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood.
Francis P. Church New York Sun
September 21, 1897
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Letter from the Editor
The staff of the HeatherRidge Happenings will be taking the
month of January off and will resume publication with the February 2013 issue. This year has flown by and the staff and I would like to take the time to wish each and every resident a very happy holiday season and a very happy new year.
We do look forward to hearing from you on issues that are important to you
or just drop us a line and let us know how we are doing. It has been a fun year here at HeatherRidge and I do look forward to an even better and brighter 2013.
Most of us are fortunate to have stable jobs, a home, and a terrific community to live in. Many Warren Township folks are struggling in this time of job loss, home foreclosures, and eco-nomic downturn.
For the next six weeks, HUA will be collecting non-perishable food and paper products to do-nate to our own Warren Township Food Pantry. If you can get your donations here, we can get them to the Food Pantry.
Drop off Monday-Friday, 9AM - 5PM at HUA Office:5864 Manchester Drive. (847) 816-9300
Toot the horn and we’ll unload your car for you!
Non-Perishable Things to Bring:Canned Soups, fruits, veggies, meats/tuna, cereals, crackers, nutrition bars, cookies, single-serving juices, non-refrigerated snacks, pasta, sauces, noodles, rice, and paper products like toilet paper, towels and plates/bowls. Don’t forget dog/cat food too for our needy furry friends.Please don’t bring anything that has expired.
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Pizza with SantaChildren of All ages! Come down
to the clubhouse and share a slice or two with Saint Nick.
12-2pm, Saturday, Dec 8th
SimonThis month’s winner is Vickie Gates’
cat, Simon of Covered Bridge. Con-gratulations!
Do you have a pet that you think is a contender? Submit your photos to [email protected] and we will make them (in)famous! If you previ-ously submitted photos, don’t forget that you are still in the running.
If you don’t have email or a computer, you can also drop off your photos at the HeatherRidge office.
Christmas Trees
Oddly, the iconic evergreen trees lighting and warming our family spaces and public squares have been the target for what’s become an annual contro-versy. Some say it should be called a “Holiday Tree” because of church/state separation, while others don’t want to change tradition. I don’t take any par-ticular “side” on the issue, since tradition doesn’t really have to make any sense. It’s just a fun thing to do.
My wife and I have an artificial tree that never dies, anyway. The Balsam smell isn’t quite there, but at least it helps illuminate my living room.
Lately, I’ve been curious about the origin of the tradition. Sometimes, it helps to understand the beginnings of things. An adage I’ve come to adopt: “To understand the past is to under-stand the future.”
There are some great sources on the web that outline both the history of the tree and it’s opposition. Apparently, the Christmas tree (or the cutting of ever-green boughs) was forbidden by many christian groups as early as the third century. In the Old Testament, Jeremiah 10:2-4 specifically forbids the pagan practice of cutting down evergreen trees from the forest and decorating them
inside the home.Despite this literal interpretation,
the practice was eventually adopted into both secular and religious tradi-tion. But, it took awhile; Pastor Henry Schwan of Cleveland Ohio was the first credited with decorating his church with a tree in 1851, and still took some opposition for his decision.
The history is interesting, but don’t let it keep you from doing something fun that we all love. Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!
Mike Adamczyk
Take this, Charlie Brown: At 295 feet tall and 114 feet wide, Mexico City holds the record for the world’s largest artificial Christmas Tree.
4 Association Meetings
HeatherRidge Condominium Association #1 (HRCA#1)
Board Of Directors Regular Meeting October 18, 2012
Call To OrderPresident Tim Gaither called the
meeting to order at 7:11 P.M. Directors present: Tim Gaither,
Dorothy Meyers, and Jan Howes. Directors absent: Mary Thacker.
President Gaither noted that Director Thacker is ill and unable to attend this evening’s meeting.
Also present: Property Manager Debbie Nissen of Berkson and Sons; and seven (7) unit owners. Approval Of Minutes
The corrections to the Minutes of the August 22, 2011, were read by Debbie Nissen. President Gaither moved and Director Howes seconded a motion to approve the Minutes as amended.
Ayes: Gaither, Howes, and Meyers.President’s ReportResignation Of Director John Bockrath
President Gaither reported that John Bockrath has resigned as Vice President of the Chandler Building, and requested that any interested unit owners contact him. Resignation Of Director Jack Nowry
President Gaither reported that Jack Nowry has resigned as Vice President of the Whitney Building, and Jan Howes has accepted the request to fill this unexpired term.Bushes Outside Garage Doors
The Umbrella Office has been re-minded that it has been a year since the request to trim back the bushes outside the garage doors for the safety of our owners, and responded that the disposi-tion of these bushes is on the Umbrella’s agenda. President Gaither requested that, regardless of the disposition of the bushes, it is necessary they be trimmed now, and will go to the Umbrella Office tomorrow to discuss this issue.
Director Howes moved and Director
Meyers seconded a motion to accept the President’s Report.
Ayes: Gaither, Howes, and Meyers.Absent Thacker
Treasurer’s ReportTreasurer Meyers reported the follow-
ing financial figures for HRCA#1 as of September 30, 2012:
• Total Assets $ 216,372.52• Reserve Fund $ 95,603.45• Security Deposits $ 53,394.03• Operating Account $ 67,375.03
President Gaither moved and Director Howes seconded a motion that the Treasurer’s Report for the month ended September 30, 2012, be accepted.
Ayes: Gaither, Howes, and Meyers.Management Report
Berkson Property Manager, Debbie Nissen, reported on the current projects and issues as listed in the attached Management Report. Director Howes moved and President Gaither seconded a motion to accept the Management Report.
Ayes: Gaither, Howes, and Meyers.Vp Chandler Report
President Gaither presented the attached Chandler Building report.
A change to the attached report is that the Christmas Parties in each building will be held on Sunday, December 2, 2012, beginning at 3:00 P.M.
Director Howes moved and Director Meyers seconded a motion to accept the VP Chandler Report.
Ayes: Gaither, Howes, and Meyers.Absent Thacker
Vp Whitney ReportDirector Howes thanked everyone
for their patience in the recent Whitney Building brown-out. A ComEd crew caused a loss of electricity to the lights over the garage door and area light poles. Heatherridge maintenance crews re-dug the area and reconnected the electricity.
A big thanks to the maintenance crew for their good work.
One side of the garage door sensor had been twisted, inhibiting the door from closing. This has been corrected; however, residents are reminded to not touch these sensors for the safety of all.
A reminder was given to break down boxes before placing them in the recy-cling containers, only put recyclables in these containers, and, if one container is full to the top of the sides, start using the second container.
President Gaither moved and Director Meyers seconded a motion to accept the VP Whitney Report.
should have received a letter regarding the airflow on their dryer vents. Because some unit owners complained, it was decided that unit owners should be charged $200 if they had full airflow (8 mph or better) and those with no airflow be charged $50 to cover LintPros’ testing of their airflow. However, Tim encour-aged everyone with a blockage to have it checked out. This is the responsibility of the unit owner as it covers a limited common area with usage by the owners. With full disclosure in the selling of real estate now, if the problem is not fixed, it will have to be before a unit is sold or the buyer could come back and request it be fixed.
A discussion by some unit owners ensued with President Gaither stating that the then Board hired LintPros in good faith to do the work after success-fully doing one unit but encountered problems in other units finding that all unit dryer vents in the buildings were not the same causing them to change their
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pricing. A letter will go out to owners with no airflow so that they are aware of the problem.Miscellaneous
Both roofs have been inspected and are in good shape. There is a life expec-tancy of another seven to ten years before needing replacement. The locust tree on Whitney, which had been clogging the roof drains, has been trimmed.
The Overhead Door Company has fixed the intermittent opening problem with the 650 garage door.
Director Howes moved and Director Meyers seconded a motion to accept the Old Business Report.
Ayes: Gaither, Howes, and Meyers.Absent Thacker
New Business
Carpet Cleaning/ReplacementThe carpets on all four floors of both
buildings and the 650 lobby carpet will be cleaned at a cost of $695 for each building. The carpet in the 690 lobby will be replaced.690 Building Plumbing Repair
On Wednesday, October 31, 2012, a plumbing valve in the 690 Chandler
Building will be replaced. This is expected to take the entire day. It is necessary to close down the water supply to the entire building, and entry into each unit by the plumbers will be necessary to ensure all water is bled out of the plumb-ing system. After the valve is replaced, the plumbers will need to re-enter each unit to pressurize the water heater and ensure there are no leaks in fixtures. THIS IS THE ONLY BUILDING AFFECTED. It was suggested that unit owners fill their bathtubs the night before, as well as some containers with water which may be needed during the day. The rec centers may also be used with your card.
Director Howes moved and Director Meyers seconded a motion to accept the New Business Report.
Ayes: Gaither, Howes, and Meyers.Absent Thacker
Homeowners ForumA unit owner asked about carpet
tearing at a seam, and was informed there is an acrylic-type substance/glue which dries clear and can be used to repair the tear.
A requested was made that, the next time The Overhead Garage Company
comes out, a rope be installed on the Whitney garage door to allow one person to close the door when electricity is off.
Partially-eaten apples were found in a bag in the lobby of the 650 Whitney lobby. We all need to be good citizens and dispose of trash in the proper recep-tacles and, if we find it somewhere other than a trash receptacle, please dispose of it properly.Announcements
The next meeting of the HRCA#1 Board of Directors is tentatively set for Wednesday, January 16, 2013, at 7:00 PM in the lobby of the 650 Whitney building. Adjournment
Upon motion made and seconded, President Gaither adjourned the meeting at 8:15 PM.
After many months of work, our local water tower (once known for it’s striking, thought-provoking clouds broadcasting the name of our lovely community) is nearly finished being repainted.
Since the water tower is owned by
the Village of Gurnee, the paint job was chosen to be “uniform” with other tow-ers in our fair city. HeatherRidge didn’t have any choice in the matter.
Oh well! We still tip our hat to the workers who worked many hours and, of course, the city government who had to pony up a great deal of cash to com-plete the necessary work.
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Cambridge at HeatherRidge Homeowner’s Association
Meeting minutes for November 13th, 2012
Call to Order.President Linda Kirby called the
meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. Board members in attendance were:
Patricia Leese, Anne Klytta, and Rick Sainz. Norm LaBelle was absent.
Delegates In Attendance NoneHomeowners In Attendance None
Approval Of MinutesThe unconfirmed Board minutes of
September 20 2012 were reviewed. Anne Klytta moved to approve the minutes and Rick Sainz seconded. The motion passed unanimously.Treasurer’s Report
The October Financial Statements were not available at this time. Pat Leese reviewed the highlights of the September Financial Statements. Financials are in good shape, nothing of merit to discuss.
Committee Reports
ArchitecturalRick reported that he approved 2
ARCHI requests for roofing and siding replacements.Welcoming
Nothing To ReportSocial
Nothing To Report
Old Business
Snow Removal Driveway DamageA number of Cambridge homeown-
ers who had new driveways put in this year attended the last Umbrella Board meeting to request that Maintenance use proper snow removal equipment when
doing our driveways to eliminate the damage that is done to the driveways every winter. This includes physical dam-age to the driveways, mostly on the edges of the driveway, as well as the scraping of the topcoat.
The Umbrella Board decided that they can’t afford to buy the equipment needed just for Cambridge homes and they told us that Cambridge Homeowners should report any damage done to the driveways as a result of snow plowing and that Maintenance will have it corrected. This applies mostly to physical damage, namely, pieces of the driveway removed by the equipment, not so much to the scraping of the topcoat. The Umbrella Board also suggested that Cambridge homeowners could opt out of having their driveways plowed but no credit would be given them on their monthly assessments. Obviously this is not a viable option.
The Cambridge Board therefore advises homeowners to take pictures of their driveways now so we can show them to Maintenance next year to point out any damage that we believe was caused by the snow removal. 5734 Regency Court Foreclosure
A letter prepared by Norm LaBelle addressed to the Citibank manager in charge of foreclosed properties in this area was passed to the Board members for their review. In this letter Norm points out all the architectural violations that this property has incurred since the previous owner abandoned the property and he asks Citicorp that they do their part as the “new owner” of the property and correct the violations, concentrating at first in the fascia, soffit and deck viola-tions. The Board members were asked to
review this letter and email Norm with their approval or suggested changes. Once he hears from all Board members, Norm will have Barb Snarski send the letter to Citicorp.
New Business
2013 Budget While the Umbrella contribution
for 2013 decreased $0.81 a month, the Central Rec Center (Clubhouse) contribution increased $2.30 a month for 2013. After discussing possible scenarios to meet our Umbrella and Cambridge obligations for 2013, the Board decided to increase the 2013 monthly assessment $1 per month making the new assess-ment $197 per month. This allows the Board to keep the assessment as low as possible in spite of Umbrella increases while maintaining Cambridge’s fiscal solvency.Homeowner’s Comments
Anne Klytta wanted to express her thanks and appreciation to the Maintenance Dept. for the expedient manner in which they replaced her mailbox and her attached neighbor’s recently when they were taken down and destroyed by a hit-and-run driver.Adjournment
Having nothing else to discuss, Linda asked for a motion to adjourn, which was made by Rick and seconded by Anne. The motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 7:24pm. The next Board meeting will be Wednesday January 16, 2013. May you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving and Holiday Season.
Respectfully Submitted, Rick Sainz, Board Secretary
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Covered Bridge Condominium Association
Meeting Minutes for November 13, 2012
Paul Kelly, President, called the meet-ing to order at 7:02pm.Roll Call
Present: Paul Kelly, Owen Hill, Phil Wilson, Sharlene Hink, and Vanguard CM Rebecca Johnson.Homeowner Open Forum
Updated resident directories are needed for vestibules and mailboxes. Possible bird blockage in fourth floor laundry dryer vent in 920. Flower boxes are mounted on top of balcony railings- violation letters will be sent. Inquiry regarding consequences of not complying with requests for documentation of
insurance and cleaning of dryer vents - fines will be assessed and accumulated on daily basis. Who is responsible for leak from tub incorrectly installed? Owner, because it is a limited common element.Minutes
Minutes of October 9, 2012 meeting approved as written.President’s Report
No ReportTreasurer’s Report
As of 10-31-12: Operating Fund $22,810. Reserve Fund - $110,317. There are 21 delinquent accounts.Community Manager’s Report• No response yet from the Department
of Housing and Urban Development regarding FHA certification.
• Property inspections were made on November 2 and 9.
• Tuckpointing of 917 and caulking of 920 completed.
• Repair work on concrete stairs over garages delayed until Spring.
• Management will post notice on bulletin boards advising of problems resulting from disposal of grease in drains.
New Business2013 budget as proposed at 10-9-12
meeting adopted. All ayes.Meeting adjourned at 7:40pm.
Executive session followed.
Minutes submitted by Sharlene Hink
StoneyBrook Residential Association
Meeting minutes November 20, 2012
Tom Kilpatrick called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM at the StoneyBrook/Cambridge Recreation Center.Board Of Directors
Present were: Tom Kilpatrick, President; Brett Wodach, Director at Large, George Sides Treasurer and Brian Beegun of Nimrod Realty Group. Absent were Jackie Larson, Vice President and Melissa Parker, Secretary. Minutes
Tom Kilpatrick read the minutes of October 2012 meeting. Brett Wodach made a motion to accept the minutes, seconded by George Sides. At vote, all aye, motion carried.President’s Report
Tom Kilpatrick had no news to report. Treasurer’s Report
Brian Beegun reported (for George Sides) our October balance sheet. The breakdown follows: cash/checking as $40,801.43; cash/savings as $10,068.67; cash/money market as $8,184.23; pre-payments as $6,604.80; and total
liabilities & equity as $52,449.53 Brett Wodach made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report, seconded by Tom Kilpatrick. At vote, all aye, motion carried.Old Business
Architectural Inspection Results And Process were discussed at length. The board will meet to discuss 2013 inspections, to include timing, volunteers, follow-up inspections and to have a volunteer in charge to accumulate and report the inspection results to the board. There was discussion to send a letter to residents a few months prior to the inspections to allow homeowners to prepare their homes. Any homeowner who would like to participate or lead the inspection is encouraged to contact any board member.
The 2013 budget was reviewed and approved. The 2013 assessment for Stoneybrook Homeowner’s will be $199.01. As was discussed in October’s meeting, $4000 was removed from our reserve fund and was allocated as a credit to each homeowner on a monthly basis. The credit per home is $2.65/month.
The banking option for residents was discussed regarding auto-debit or online debit. George Sides will work with Brian Beegun to explore the movement of association funds to Barrington Bank and Trust which will allow residents to take advantage of this option. There is no spe-cific charge for this service; however the bank charges fees based on an analysis of account activity. George will bring a recommendation to the board at the next association meeting. George Sides will also consolidate our two current checking accounts into one. New Business
There was no new business to discuss. Home Owner’s Forum
A resident addressed the possibility of opting out of snow removal. George and Wendell will discuss with Al Villasenor of HUA. With the Holidays coming upon us there will be no Association meeting in December.
Happy Holidays To All.
Respectfully Submitted,Tom Kilpatrick, President
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Heatherridge Townhome Association #1 (Hidden Hills)
Meeting Minutes November 20, 2012
Board members present: Cris Mekuly, President, Beverly Rusz, 1st Vice President, Ann Richter, Treasurer, Britta Peffer, Secretary, Kelly Koehler, Property Manager, and Michele Trina, Regional Director of Lieberman Management. Absent, Michael Maguire, 2nd Vice President.
Board President called meeting to order at 7:05 pm. The Board President welcomed the four homeowners in at-tendance. A motion was made and passed to approve the minutes from the October 16, 2012 meeting as well as the amended September 18, 2012 minutes. Managing Agent Report
Waste Management began scavenger services on November 1, 2012. Pick-up is scheduled for Mondays and Thursdays at Waste Management’s request.
The board reviewed the 2013 prelimi-nary budget presented at the September meeting, and a formal motion was made
and carried to adopt the 2013 budget. Property manager informed the board
that two units have been sold; 748 Drury Ct. and 701 Colby Ct. Thirty-three owner correspondences have been sent out since the last board meeting, most deal with past due balances, expired in-surance certificates, and garage violations. Treasurer’s Report
The operating fund balance is $137,481 and the reserve fund balance is $214,802. There are 28 homeowners that are over 60 days delinquent in paying assessments for a delinquency rate of 8%. A motion was made and passed to accept the Treasurer’s report.Other Business
The large garage at 585 Dunham is leaking water into the back of the garage. The board approved a trial project to install gutters on the back of the garage that would be tied into the drains in the front of the garage in hopes that the water would then drain straight into the ground to alleviate some of the water running through the garage. The board
approved the trial project, with cost not to exceed $1000.00.
All garages are currently insured by Nationwide Insurance. For the past two years the cost of insurance has been $6,000.00. Nationwide did a new audit of the garages and determined that they were undervalued. As such, Nationwide is increasing the premium to $7903.00 and anticipates that this amount will increase over the next five years. Property Manager will entertain new bids to see if Nationwide is still cost effective.
The board is looking into a new policy that would allow emergency entry into units. Most condo associations allow for such entry in cases where water pipes have burst and other such extreme circumstances. Property Manager will bring examples of such contracts to the next board meeting.
INCOME (Loss) $633.15 $405.02 $228.13 ($1,640.70) $30.20 ($1,670.90)
StoneyBrook/Cambridge Recreation Center
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Board Of Directors Meeting
HeatherRidge Umbrella Association (HUA) November 27, 2012
These minutes have not yet been approved by the HUA Board. Any corrections, additions, or deletions will be made at the next regular HUA Board meeting prior to official approval.
President Todd Campbell called the meeting to to order at 7:00 pm. Present: Todd Campbell, Sam Dent, Owen Hill, Mark Hutchison, Paul Kelly, Linda Kirby, Cris Mekuly, and Carole Stern. Absent: Terry Potash. President’s Remarks
Todd Campbell asked residents to remember to contribute to the Annual HeatherRidge Food Drive (food will be delivered to Warren Township Food Pantry on Tuesday, December 18, 2012). The President and Board wish all residents of HUA a happy holiday season and safe travels.Vice President’s Remarks
Owen Hill had no comments.October 23, 2012 Minutes
Cris Mekuly made a motion to accept and approve the October 23, 2012 minutes, seconded by Linda Kirby. At vote, all aye, motion carried.Treasurer’s Remarks
Treasurer Paul Kelly gave the high-lights of the Treasurer’s Report. Sam Dent made a motion to receive and accept the Treasurer’s Report, seconded by Carole Stern. At vote, all aye, motion carried.Management Report
A Management Report was submit-ted in writing and was available to the audience.
Al Villasenor pointed out that the AT&T agreement put into place will provide each of the three neighborhood recreation centers with dedicated WIFI and two AT&T U-Verse connections in each facility. The Neighborhood Committees will be responsible for
providing the TV (and arrange for securing/locking it into place to prevent vandalism or theft). Al will be contacting each of the Neighborhood Committees to determine their interest and make notification of the dates of installation at the neighborhood rec centers. It would be optimum for the Neighborhood Committees to have any TV equipment available if interested in using the AT&T U-Verse service. The usage, service and security protocols will be developed. Cris Mekuly made a motion to accept the Management Report, seconded by Paul Kelly. At vote, all aye, motion carried.
Standing Committee Reports
Architecture And Maintenance Committee. No formal report or motion required.
Audit CommitteeNo formal report or motion required.
Finance CommitteeThe October 2012 financials were
reviewed and the Treasurer has reviewed the checks issued for the past month, they are appropriate. HUA is planning for replacing the last timber steps in Covered Bridge area with concrete; a picnic grove plan for trees and shrubs; a comprehensive drainage plan for the dif-ferent neighborhoods; and other reserve and operating expense major projects. The 2011 Audit is nearly complete and is “unremarkable” which is a good report card. Sam Dent made a motion, seconded by Mark Hutchison, to receive and accept the Finance Report and the Report of Expenditures for October 2012. At vote, all aye, motion carried. General Election And Oversight
No formal report or motion required. Golf And Tennis Committee
Financial reports were distributed, the meeting was held November 21, 2012. Of special note, HeatherRidge is one of the top five most-active golf courses in Lake County, and has the
highest dollar-per-average rounds this year at $25. Owen Hill made a motion, seconded by Carole Stern, to receive and accept the Golf and Tennis Report. At vote, all aye, motion carried.Landscape Committee
No formal report or motion required.Ponds Committee
No formal report or motion required. Publications Committee
No formal report or motion required. The website update will be done early in 2013. Recreational Activities Committee (Rac)
No formal report or motion required although a meeting was held on November 13, 2012. Unfortunately the Chili Cook-Off had to be cancelled but the Craft Fair on November 9th was a terrific success. Future events include the Tree-trimming and Glogg on Friday December 7th and a visit with Santa on Saturday December 8th.Security Committee
No formal report or motion required. Tax, Legislation, Law, Contracts, Insurance And Special Issues (Tllcisi):
No formal report or motion required. Welcoming Committee
There are no Welcoming Committee meetings in November or December. The next regular meeting will be Tuesday, January 8, 2013.
Old Business (None)
New Business
Investment Policy(previous enclosure). The proposed
Investment Policy was distributed at the October meeting and reviewed. Highlights include considering CD and FDIC insured rates with the excess re-serves to get better returns on investment. Paul Kelly made a motion to establish a Financial Investment Policy that invests excess funds in financial instruments,
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Community Manager’s Report
Administrative & Finance:• ADP TotalSource transition is still in process and the initial phase is
complete. The process has not been without issue and will continue to be monitored.
• The Draft Audit follow-up items have been compiled and will be returned to the Mark Cantey auditing firm.
• The proposed investment policy has been reviewed by the Treasurer and is in New Business for vote.
Maintenance/Landscape:• Covered Bridge project has been completed and the Village has been
contacted for final approval. Still no word from the Village.• Some ongoing regular Landscape projects will be deferred until next
year as much repair to turf is needed due to drought stress. New turf is coming in well.
• The barrier on HeatherRidge Drive will be repaired and replaced by the Village along with a light that came down years ago.
• The Covered Bridge Recreation Center has been sided. There is a follow-up issue that is being addressed.
• We are exploring the option of giving StoneyBrook residents the option to opt out of snow plowing provided by HUA. This same concept has been communicated to Cambridge. To date, no requests have come in.
Other:• As part of the AT&T agreement, they will soon be providing free
wi-fi service and television packages to the HUA facilities including the neighborhood recreation centers. Please be aware that while the service will be available, each facility would have to provide their own televisions. Timelines will be given to the committees when known.
Al Villasenor, Community Manager
terms not to exceed 24-months for liquidity. Seconded by Mark Hutchison and at vote, all aye, motion carried.Golf Visions Budget
(enclosure) The Finance Committee reviewed all regular budgeting issues in their meetings and before the 2013 Budget was formally approved. Sam Dent made a motion to accept the HeatherRidge Golf Course 2013 Budget from Golf Visions as presented, seconded by Carole Stern. At vote, all aye, motion carried.Open Discussion For Homeowners
Paul Kelly of the Covered Bridge Condominium Association (CBCA). The CBCA applied for, processed, and received FHA approval so that buyers can purchase condominiums utilizing FHA loans. This allows buyers to pay 3.5% down payment (opposed to the normal 20%) and they hope to expand the selling market for the condominiums. The cost of application was approximately $1,000 and certification is good for two years. Paul suggested that other homeowner associations may be interested in apply-ing for FHA approval of units in their neighborhoods. There was discussion on pro’s and con’s. Each individual neigh-borhood residential association will make their own decisions.
Cris Mekuly made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Carole Stern; at vote, all aye, motion carried.
Adjournment at 7:30 pm. Next Meeting – Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Sam Dent, HUA Board SecretaryCathy Mcgrath, Recording Secretary
An Executive Session was held at the conclusion of the regular meeting.
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Highlighting the beautiful place you’ve createdDecember, 2012
Story and Images by Melissa Parker
Glad tidings Stoneybrook! ‘Tis the Season to be jolly! No matter which holiday you celebrate,
this is a magical time of year filled with family, friends, and good will.
This holiday season, create a warm and welcoming en-trance into your home with wreaths made of real evergreen boughs, winter berries, and juniper.
One money saving idea: Many Christmas tree lots will give their trimmed boughs at the end of each day free of charge. Winterberries have been very difficult to find in the past, but this year, Mary’s Green House on O’Plaine Road as well as Home Depot are carrying them, along with juniper, and tallow berries (which are white in color).
13StoneyBrook Living
Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Scotch Short Bread Cookies
Ingredients• 2 cups of softened butter• 1 cup white sugar• 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract• 4 cups of flour
DirectionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Stir in va-nilla; add flour and mix well.
Put through cookie press and form cookies onto baking sheets. Bake for 10 - 12 minutes.
Window candles have many different meanings in differ-ent cultures. The origin of window candles often leads back to ancient Ireland. Some say the candle in the window was meant as a message to the Biblical Mary and Joseph: there is room here for you and your coming child. Others say it held a similar meaning for weary travelers in general--an indication of the legendary Irish hospitality: come in and join us, there is room at our hearth for you this evening.
In the pioneer days, when homes were spread far apart, the candle in the window meant that any traveler was welcome. Many lives are said to have been saved by the faint glimpse of a candle’s glow through the swirl of a blinding storm.
In our modern culture, window candles create a simple, inviting warmth to all passers-by.
With the pretty decorations and all of our favorite things comes the delicious smell of holiday cookies baking in the oven. One holiday favorite among kids and parents (Santa and the elves too) is shortbread. This flakey, but-tery cookie is easy to make and can be pressed or frosted with little effort. The kids will love decorating these for Santa’s arrival snack!
Happy Holidays!
14 Clubhouse News
Covered Bridge Recreation Center Hot Tub Information
The hot tub and spa area in the CBRC has had the State of Illinois Health Department inspection and unfortunately must be closed pending further State inspection.
The State of Illinois Health Depart-ment has instituted stricter require-ments on commercial hot tubs to in-clude engineering design, water quality, safety standards, and water treatment systems. (Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act.) The CBRC hot tub and spa area do not meet the criteria and HUA and the Covered Bridge Neighborhood Committee are trying to determine if the existing facilities can be adapted or modified to meet the code specifications.
The hot tub is clean, sanitary, and well maintained. The potential closure is due to the fact that the hot tub is residential grade and not intended for commercial use.
tree trimming
Holiday
Friday, December 7th
5:30pmAt the HeatherRidge
Clubhouse
Details !
15Clubhouse News
Clubhouse NewsWow the year is coming to an end and there are still things
happening at the Clubhouse. The RAC committee has been busy planning events and has set up several months of things to do.
Our next event will be the tree trimming on Friday December 7th. Beginning at 5:30pm the tree will be up and ready to be decorated. Bring your holiday spirit and enjoy an evening of holiday cheer. There will be Glogg available along with non-alcohol holiday favorites. It is also our TGIF night so come when you can.
Saturday December 8th will be “Pizza with Santa”. Bring your wish list for Santa. This is geared towards the little ones but everyone is welcome. Santa will arrive at noon. Pizza and soda will be provided.
Wednesday December 19th - Lifeline Screening – This has been a popular health screening program made available to residents for a fee. Pre-registration is required. For more details see information in the Happenings.
We will continue to be open for Bears games and as always every Friday beginning at 5:30pm.
Now for 2013:No New Years Eve party– there is a private event booked
at the Clubhouse on 12/31/12.We will welcome the year in on Saturday January 5th
with our Hawaiian themed night. It may be cold outside
but it will be nice and warm at the Clubhouse. Ernie Gar-ner will be our entertainment for the night which will begin at 6:00pm and who knows when we will end. Island drinks will be the specialty of the night along with some appetizers. Please let me know if you are going to attend so we can plan appropriately.
Super Bowl is Sunday February 3rd and the Waterfall Lounge will be open. Hopefully Da Bears will be there and not our neighbors to the north.
Saturday February 16th will be HeatherRidge Amateur Talent Show. We want to see who has talent here in HeatherRidge. This should be a fun filled night of laughs and good time. Please contact me if you want to show off your talent.
Sunday March 10th will be our Chili cook-off. Let’s see who has the best chili in HeatherRidge.
More detail will follow on these events, I wanted to give you all a heads up so you can mark your calendars and save the date for these events.
Watch the Happening or check out our website calendar.Finally, I want to wish all of you a joyous holiday season
and a prosperous 2013. I look forward to a fun 2013 with new ideas and new events for everyone to enjoy.
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30 Community Directory
HeatherRidge Umbrella Association BoardPresident Todd Campbell 847-918-1976Vice President Owen Hill 847-281-7360Secretary Sam Dent 847-508-8744Treasurer Paul Kelly 847-680-3089Director Linda Kirby 847-327-9527Director Mark Hutchison 224-612-2106Director Terry Potash 847-367-8653Director Cris Mekuly 847-573-1651Director Carole Stern 847-680-6744Community Manager
Al Villasenor 847-816-9300
Board Committee ChairpeopleArch/Maintenance Mark Hutchison 224-612-2106Audit Paul Kelly 847-680-3089Finance Paul Kelly 847-680-3089Election/Oversight Todd Campbell 847-918-1976Golf/Tennis Sam Dent 847-508-8744Landscape/Ponds Cris Mekuly 847-573-1651Publications Mark Hutchison 224-612-2106Rec/Public Relations
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Security Linda Kirby 847-327-9527TLLCISI Owen Hill 847-281-7360Welcoming Patricia Leese
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House of DelegatesSpeaker Ann Richter 847-680-4646Speaker Pro Tem Jim McDonough 847-367-0936Secretary Joan Wilts 847-573-9918
HeatherRidge FacilitiesGolf Course 847-367-6010Happenings Newsletter 224-612-2106Recreation Center Reservations (Security)
847-362-3255
Central Recreation Facility / Picnic Grove
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Central Recreation Facility Fax 847-680-7450HeatherRidge Umbrella OfficeHeatherRidge Umbrella Office Fax
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Security Department 847-362-3255
Cambridge DuplexesPresident Linda Kirby 847-327-9527Vice President Norman LaBelle 847-816-6880Secretary Rick Sainz 847-362-1465Treasurer Patricia Leese 847-680-2015Director Anne Klytta 847-778-6104Accountant Barb Snarski 847-244-7890
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Covered Bridge CondominiumsPresident Paul Kelly 847-680-3089Vice President Owen Hill 847-281-7360Secretary Jim Petkus 847-816-6772Treasurer Phil Wilson 847-816-5078Director Sharlene Hink 847-573-9039Community Manager
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Addresses
HeatherRidge Umbrella Office5864 Manchester Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031Central Recreation Facility (Clubhouse)5900 HeatherRidge Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031Covered Bridge Recreation Center918 Vose Dr. Gurnee, IL 60031Hidden Hills Recreation Center724 Wakefield Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031StoneyBrook/Cambridge Recreation Center648 Dunham Rd. Gurnee, IL 60031
