THE BROOKSIDE BUGLE November/December 2010

Brookside Village Homes Association PO BOX 87326, Canton, MI 48187-1536

(734) 448-1312 E-mail us at: brooksidesubdivision@yahoo.com

Learn more: www.brooksidevillage.wordpress.com

Our Fall Festival, held on Saturday, October 23, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the South Park, was a great success. Thank goodness the rain held off until later that day!

Kudos and a big THANK YOU to all the BVHA board members who worked so hard to make the Fall Festival a success: Larry Wilhelm, JoAn Neubacher, Bob Olson, Dan Schultz, and Chris and Scott Moore. THANKS also goes out to former board member Lisa Walbrook who volunteered and contacted the Canton Police and Fire departments and got them to stop by for a visit.

Board member Dan Schultz donated a 7-Up field goal for the football throw and also a 12 foot inflatable Frankenstein, and everyone had fun having their picture taken next to the monster. Board member Larry Wilhelm got the Michigan Humane Society to donate a tent and tables. Fran Wilhelm purchased the goodie bags, candy, and toy gifts given away to winners of all the games. Larry set up all the games with the help of board members Dan Schlultz and Rich Hahn. Larry also purchased pumpkins to give to each child along with their goodie bags. THANK YOU Dan, Larry, Fran, and Rich!

THANK YOU to Dan Trosper of Mickey’s Golf Range (just west of the railroad tracks on Cherry Hill) for donating 4 putters and flags for the putt putt golf green.

In addition, there was a soccer kick and sack race which all ages enjoyed.

THANK YOU to board member Chris Moore, BVHA Events Coordinator, who dressed up and handed out the pumpkins. Chris also made and installed signs at the subdivisions entrances announcing the Fall Festival and collected bottles to help raise money for the festivities.

THANK YOU to board member JoAn Neubacher for helping Mary Jo Hanson hand out the goodie bags to all the kids, and distributing township notices of upcoming events and other literature.

THANK YOU to artistic balloon man John Charlton, who was a big hit. There was a continuous line of children waiting to have their special balloon creations made by John.

BVHA board members received many appreciated THANKS YOUs from residents for putting on the Fall Festival for their children. They commented on how very nice the festival was and how much the kids enjoyed themselves.

THANK YOU to all the Brookside Village residents who attended with their children – after all, it was a day planned first and foremost for our resident kids.

Once again, THANK YOU so very much to all BVHA board members for their time and talents in putting together another successful event!

-Mary Jo Hanson, President Brookside Village Homeowners Association

“OUT OF THE CAR, NOW!!” says Officer Hayden as he stops a speeder…

2010 BROOKSIDE VILLAGE FALL FESTIVAL

Officer Olivia is dressed in the Canton Police department’s finest work gear!

LEAVES, GRASS CLIPPINGS, AND MULCH When raking and bagging leaves please be aware of any storm drains in front of your house. Clearing them will help prevent blockages that become ice hazards in the streets during cold weather. Do not blow or rake leaves into the streets, for the same reason. Also, please take a few minutes to clear the leaves away from the gutters and sewer drain areas to prevent drain blockage. Do not place leaves in creeks or waterways, as it will build up and create a problem with water flow. Thank you for your help in keeping our neighborhood safe and well maintained! CAR-RELATED THEFT ON CORONATION COURT According to the Canton Dept. of Public Safety, in September a Brookside Village resident living on the 200 block of Coronation Court locked her car doors but left the passenger side window rolled down. Her wallet, which was in the glove box, was stolen. Cash and gift cards were also taken. Please watch for suspicious looking individuals hanging around in our neighborhood, and remember to lock your cars and close the garage door before you go to bed! TURN ON OUTSIDE LIGHTS! School is back in session - thanks to all of you who take the time to turn on your lights, not only in the morning, but also in the evening. This is definitely a safety issue, since our community does not have street lights. Also, please watch your kids as they walk to and from their bus stops. Report any suspicious activity to the Canton Police: 734-394-5400. WINTER POND SAFETY The pond located south of Finley near Lotz is a retention pond designed to hold runoff from the streets. The water in the pond may contain oil, antifreeze, road, salt, and so on. The pond continuously drains into Fellows Creek.

Because of these factors, the pond never completely freezes, and should be considered UNSAFE for any type of activity, including ice skating or sledding. Parents - please make sure your children are aware of this!

SNOW ETIQUETTE FOR BROOKSIDE VILLAGE • In a snow emergency, move all vehicles

off the street as soon as possible to allow for snow plowing during snow falls of 2 inches or more

• Use brightly colored stakes to mark edges of property in the case of sprinkler systems, etc., to alert snow plow drivers of areas to avoid

• Please also mark fire hydrants with brightly colored stakes

• DO NOT PUSH SNOW FROM DRIVEWAYS AND SIDEWALKS INTO THE STREET

• Please help your elderly and/or disabled neighbors by clearing the snow in front of their mailboxes

• Under township ordinance, homeowners must remove the snow and/or ice from their sidewalks within 72 hours

The Brookside Village Homes Association will see that icy intersections are salted and school bus route sidewalks opposite common areas are cleared.

If you notice a hazardous icy condition in the subdivision please report it to 734-448-1312. ANNUAL CANTON TREE LIGHTING EVENT On Wednesday, December 1 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the official holiday tree of Canton will be lit in front of the Summit. There will also be special family festivities that will take place both inside and outside at Heritage Park.

Activities include visits with Santa, seasonal entertainment, and refreshments. This event is free, no registration is required. A suggested $5 donation per family is appreciated.

2010 ANNUAL DUES Desperate times call for desperate measures: Since the following homes have not paid their 2010 and prior annual dues, a six (6) % penalty will be accessed against the unpaid balance for 2010. To prevent this penalty, send payment immediately to: Brookside Village Homes Association PO Box 87326 Canton, MI 48187-1536 Please indicate your lot number on your check.

Balance Lot Address Street

$ 88.84 Lot 423 204 Buckingham

$ 91.09 Lot 1048 704 Burlington

$ 88.84 Lot 1040 838 Burlington

$ 88.84 Lot 80 236 Charterhouse

$ 88.84 Lot 178 385 Charterhouse Ct

$ 86.07 Lot 201 39709 Coronation

$ 88.84 Lot 154 673 Merrimac

$ 88.84 Lot 149 723 Merrimac

$ 88.84 Lot 520 1031 Millbrook

$ 88.84 Lot 518 1091 Millbrook

$ 88.84 Lot 360 720 Scottsdale Ct 12 2 years

Balance Lot Address Street

$ 45.24 Lot 414 312 Buckingham

$ 45.24 Lot 460 505 Buckingham

$ 45.24 Lot 393 552 Buckingham

$ 45.24 Lot 475 673 Buckingham

$ 45.24 Lot 1036 915 Burlington

$ 52.00 Lot 174 374 Charterhouse Ct

$ 45.24 Lot 176 394 Charterhouse Ct

$ 45.24 Lot 1059 40389 Chatsworth Ct

$ 45.24 Lot 46 39740 Coronation

$ 45.24 Lot 184 39913 Coronation

$ 45.24 Lot 191 39829 Coronation

$ 45.24 Lot 67 238 Coronation Ct

$ 42.68 Lot 267 39843 Deepwood

$ 45.24 Lot 349 696 Foothill

$ 45.24 Lot 241 39724 Fox Valley

$ 45.24 Lot 241 39724 Fox Valley

$ 42.68 Lot 343 752 Georgetown

$ 45.24 Lot 137 468 Merrimac

$ 45.24 Lot 162 455 Merrimac

$ 45.34 Lot 496 39805 Scottsdale

$ 45.24 Lot 366 39746 Scottsdale

$ 45.24 Lot 400 39674 Wales

$ 45.24 Lot 1017 629 Worthington

23 1 year

Balance Lot Address Street $ 433.06 Lot 419 252 Buckingham

$ 699.90 Lot 453 421 Buckingham

$ 256.24 Lot 395 528 Buckingham

$ 631.71 Lot 483 769 Buckingham

$ 213.61 Lot 181 355 Charterhouse Ct

$ 256.24 Lot 1052 40293 Chatsworth Ct

$ 2879.92 Lot 54 39858 Coronation

$ 142.08 Lot 114 705 Georgetown

$ 158.70 Lot 24 241 Meadowlake

$ 365.46 Lot 22 265 Meadowlake

$ 130.85 Lot 362 709 Scottsdale Ct

$ 580.96 Lot 1019 659 Worthington

$ 475.31 Lot 330 39821 Fox Valley

13 + 3 years or more

2011 ANNUAL DUES At our October meeting, BVHA board members approved the following dues for 2011: 2011 Association Dues $36.00 2011 Snow Removal $14.00 2011 Total Association Payment $50.00 2011 Penalty for late payment $ 3.00

WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS!

The Board of Directors would like to extend a warm welcome to all new residents. As your association, we provide services and activities for Brookside Village residents. Please feel free to call the Association at 734-448-1312 with any questions you may have. Leave your name and number and you will be contacted.

Thank you to all that have paid!

ATTENTION REALTORS AND TITLE COMPANIES When you require information on Brookside Village subdivision from the Homes Association, such as dues, information on a specific property, or a status letter, please call (734) 448-1312 or e-mail your request to brooksideaccounting@yahoo.com. WE’RE BACK! The BVHA Web site is once again being updated on a regular basis, and is a terrific way for homeowners to get current info www.brooksidevillage.wordpress.com.

In addition, new this fall is a BVHA Facebook page! Search for “Brookside Village Homeowners Association,” to click Like and get regular updates and information via Facebook.

CLASSIFIEDS Dog Walker Needed Looking for someone here in Brookside Village subdivision to walk my small dog, a couple of days per week (Monday through Friday) between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. If interested, contact Jessica at 231-580-6223.

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES This space has been reserved for you and your business! Support The Brookside Bugle by placing ads in this publication. It is an inexpensive conduit for marketing your enterprises within this community.

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BVHA NEEDS HELP NOW! For several months, we have advertised the need for help within your homes association. Of the 620 residents, we have less than 10 people willing to give a few hours each month! Everyone presumes someone else will do the work, but that is not happening!

Our board members have families, hardships, and health, work, and school issues just like you. We are all volunteers, receiving no compensation. We need help with bookkeeping, answering voice mail and e-mail, editing the Bugle, and more. If we are not successful in acquiring new members, we will be forced to get a management company. Services will not necessarily improve, but annual dues could at least triple! The Board meets just once a month for 1 to 1-1/2 hours. PLEASE give some serious consideration to bettering our neighborhood and sharing just a few hours of your time each month.

To volunteer, contact BVHA at 734-448-1312.