Lake Sherwood View June 2004 Note that this online version does not contain the advertisements or photos that residents receive in their home version. Also note that you may find more information on LSA’s webpage at |
MARK YOUR CALENDARS June 11 Ledgewood Bridge Art Contest deadline June 19 Cookies in the Park 10 - noon Kendall Park Jun-19 Goose Round Up June 26 Safety Question and Answer June 26 Painting Ledgewood Bridge — 10:00 AM July 4 Parade & Fireworks Aug. 14 Lake Shannon Ski Show Aug. 21 Island Party Aug. 12 Next Newsletter deadline August Annual Golf Outing Please volunteer Sept. 18 Art In Park/Car Show Sept. 15 Membership Meeting |
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FOR SALE
Cookbook—NEW MilfordGarden Club—”Taste of Milford” Cookbook. 600 recipes—
All for $15.00. Call Martha Klemmer to purchase 248-685-8204.
Washer Large capacity, brand new washer for sale. $300 or best offer. Call Linda at 248-684-0199.
Lawn Mower 2003 Honda Harmony II Self Propelled 3 in 1 Mulch, Rear Bag, Side Chute 22" Lawn Mower, Pristine Condition. Used 3 times and bought riding lawn mower. 3 Speeds, Warranty. New $470 asking $275. Call Tom @ 248-318-9688.
Car 97 Ford Explorer XLT, 4X4, moon roof, 6-disc CD, power seats, power lumbar system, tow package, Ziebart warranty, very good condition and well maintained. 69,000 miles $7,900 or best offer 248- 684-4113.
Convertible 1993 LeBaron Convertible Candy Apple Red with a white top. Garage kept Runs Well, 92,218 miles $2,000 contact Bob at: 4844 Triwood 248-685-1976.
Motorcycle 1992 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Classic Mint Condition, Black - $11,000 248-685-0186
Boat & Trailer 1994 Baja 180 Islander 18 ft., 6 cyl., 195 hp Merc. eng., open bow, good cond. New start., alt., & plugs. Runs great. Trailer incl. 1 owner. Asking $7200. 248-684-7704.
Dining Room Set Dining room Buffet from a set from the 40's. Has 2 doors and 2 drawers. Excellent condition. $75.00 248-685-1772.
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PWC 1994 Sea Doo SPX 2 person Wave Runner. Low hours (approximately 80), adult owned. Runs and looks great. Comes with 1998 Shorr Land’r trailer and cover. Asking $1900. Call Mike at 248 684-6014.
Jet Ski Lift LakeShore Single Jet Ski Lift $400.00 248-684-2024
Pontoon 1989 J.C. Pontoon 24' Pontoon Boat. New 200 Wat tInfinity Stereo, New Fish finder, 45 H.P. Mariner withElectric Start/Choke, Canopy, Runs Good. Great for Fishing or Family boat. Asking $3200 obo. Call Tom 248-318-9688
Boat, Trailer, Hoist 1999 Chaparral Sunesta 232 Boat with Mercruiser 5.0L Bravo3 Engine with low hours, Trailer and Hewitt 3800 Electric Hoist with Canopy. If interested call Nanette at 248-684-3459 or e-mail winoweickin@hotmail.com.
Antique wood board with Thompson Boat emblem on it. One would pull it behind an antique wood boat Excellent Condition - Great for using as a decorator item - for a nautical theme. Must see to appreciate.Very unusual. $100.00 248-685-1772
Antique Floor Penny scale Full length mirror. Base is Porcelain and tile. Wording at top "Honest Weight" Wording at bottom "Peerless Weighing Machine Company Detroit". Still works. Great conversation piece. $100.00 248-685-1772.
Chair Dark gold velvet & wood chair. In perfect and nearly new condition. Great side chair for family or living room. $50.00 248-685-1772.
Mustang GT ‘99 1999 35th Limited Edition (Anniversary) Mustang GT Convertible Extras: Includes: 4 extra brand new tires (original tires are still new) -1 extra 35th anniversary rim -extra set of 35th anniversary floor mats -35th edition package kit (inc. cd's, keychain, model car, and book). Transmission: Automatic Color: Silver with Silver/Black Leather Interior. Miles: Low Miles -19,600 Kept in storage unit, never seen rain or snow. Price: $17,600.00 Please call: 248-684-2474 ask for Andy or Jeri or email: jerilynnnelson@yahoo.com. |
Motorcycle 1996 Suzuki Savage motorcycle; 650cc; perfect condition; very low miles; brand new battery; includes 2 full face helmets; recent full tune up; call Dan 248.684.1190.
Antique Steamer Trunk Inside is all original --must see to appreciate $30.00 248-685-1772
Table Smoked Glass Table 36"x72" with 6 white linen chairs. All offers will be considered. 248-684-7704
Outdoor Furniture Be the First on LakeSherwood to have the Brand New (still inboxes) body swing outdoor furniture. We have 2 Hanging chairs and one love seat. All are assembled and have the oil finish applied to them. The wood is Black Willow which is Southern Hardwood. The hanging pieces feature the freedom and economy of suspended seating. A rope connection system generates exceptional strength. You must see these great pieces. $130.00 for all. 248-685-1772.
Puppies Labrador - Rotweiller mix. Ready to go to good homes mid July. Linda Oak 248-685-0498
Wave Runner 1997 Sea Doo XP Wave Runner Excellent Condition - 800cc rotax engine - only one season old, engine rebuilt, New propeller, New reed valves, New battery. Comes with brand new cover and trailer, VERY LOW HOURS $3,900.00 or best offer Call 248-685-0139 or 248-342-9333
Sailboat Sunfish 14' Includes mast-tilller-centerboard and sail. Ready to use. $200 OBO. 248-685-7061
Pontoon 24 ft. pontoon - Furniture all the way around, sink, refrigerator. Nissan outboard motor. $6000 OBO 248-684-0862
Boat 2000 Starcraft Pro Elite, w/125 HP Mercury 2&2, Mini Kota trolling motor, 2 fish wells, baitwell, 2 locking rod storage cabinets, low Hours,w/custom trailer. A MUST SEE ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL $14,900.00 248-361-9816
Bow Rider 1996 4-Winns 200 Horizen Bow Rider, w/5.8 V8, loaded, low hours, w/custom trailer $9,900.00 248-361-9816.
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Boat 190 SeaRay Sundeck, 2000/low hours. Best Offer. Call Joe 248-722-8782
Fine Designer Jewelry Nothing shows off that Sherwood tan better than Sterling Silver jewelry! Our collection of fine jewelry is handcrafted by artisans from around the world. From classy to artsy, you’ll keep on getting compliments. Free shipping and gift wrapping for Lake Sherwood neighbors. Over 150 pieces are retiring in July for the new 2004-5 catalog. To order or host a summer party (and get $hundreds of it for free, with NO formal presentation), call Lila Yee/Allward at 248-685-7713.Ask about our online catalog.
Home 5517 Starwood -Brick ranch w/Full Docking Priv. Large, very private backyard $264,900. Call Aimee owner/licensed Realtor 313-414-4663
Piano Signet piano, great condition, always tuned asking $400.00 248-685-7835
THANKS
Thanks to all the LakeSherwood neighbors who donated their shrink wrap and other unwanted boating items. All donations were very much appreciated!
Chris Lundin - Lakeland Senior All Night Party Committee
WANTED:
Toddler Bed—WANTED Toddler bed that fits a crib mattress (which I have) and/or a sandbox. Will pay fair price. 313-414-4663
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Enter you favorite Photo for the next cover of the Lake Sherwood VIEW! Send Photo to Harry Tucker 5131 Surfwood Or HTUCKER3@comcast.net Phone for more information– 248-685-3547.
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Welcome—New Neighbors
John & Sarah Kanowski 3932 Lakes Edge (formerly Whims) 248-685-9652 Married in August 2003, John and Sarah moved into their LSA home in February. They very much appreciate the kindness of their new neighbors and are looking forward to the warm weather. John, originally from Riverview, works as an elementary teacher. Sarah is originally from Commerce Twp. and works as a private tutor for Japanese families. Both John and Sarah enjoy sports, fishing, and reading.
Jerrod & Rosanna Brueckner 2846 Tamwood (Formerly Phelps home) 248-676-2704 The Brueckners moved here from UnionLake because they really liked the lakes area and were looking for nice neighborhood to settle down in. Jerrod works for Panasonic in Southfield as a Sales Engineer in the automotive electronics group and Rosanna works as an Architect at Albert Kahn Associates in Detroit. While both Brueckners enjoy boating and being on the water, Jerrod likes to fish and play hockey and Rosanna enjoys waterskiing and gardening.
Frank and Holly Kunick 5018 Oakwood Court 248-685-7274 The Kunicks moved here from Grosse Pointe and the major reasons are to be closer to Frank’s job as a Supervisor Engineer for Nissan in Farmington Hillsand potential career opportunities for Holly as a teacher. Holly is pursuing her dream to teach children after working for General Electric and just finished her student teaching certification in December, 2003. Frank is an avid sailboat racer; they own a Catalina 32 foot sailboat and Frank has sailed in 21 Port Huron to Mackinaw races. The Kunicks enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. Right now they are busy redecorating their new home. Before they moved in, they completely gutted the first floor. Holly says this is their 5th home makeover and hopes it’s the last.
Dr. Ken & Lisa Gallmore 3563 Ravinewood Court (formerly Oistad home) Lisa is an RN and right now a stay at home mom for 4 month old Zachery. She is working on her Master’s Degree and plans to work as a family nurse practitioner. Dr. Ken is an Internist and his practice is in Westland along with LSA neighbor, Dr. Mike Silverstone of Tamwood Court.
Also living with the family is Ken’s niece Aimee (18) who will be attending Eastern MichiganUniversity in the fall. Family enjoys travel, are both on a softball team and are great MSU fans!
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GRADUATIONS:
Congratulations Spencer Lundin 2004 Graduate of Lakeland High School Spencer will be attending MichiganStateUniversity this fall. We are very proud!!!! From the Proud Parents - Laura & Jeff Kern of Wavewood Drive:
Kristyn Kern (LHS grad 2001) is now entering her final year at the US Naval Academy and has been named Captain of the Navy Women's Cross Country team. She has also been chosen as a Company Executive Officer, which is basically second in command in charge of the detailers (upperclass who train the incoming), for her company this summer.
Scott Kern (LHS grad 2003) very successfully completed his first year at the Great Lakes Maritime Academy in Traverse City. He is studying to be an Engine Officer in the commercial merchant marine industry. Scott is currently on the H. Lee White (840 foot freighter) for the summer and loving it!
Donn Short, son of Glenn and Jo Anne Short of 5140 Driftwood Drive, graduated from LahserHigh School Bloomfield Hills.
Ian Huff, son of Karen and Matt Huff of Oakwood Court, recently graduated summa cum laude from Case Western ReserveUniversity in Cleveland with a BS in Computer Science. A week later he was engaged to Elizabeth Wilson, whom he had met at Case, where they were both leaders of the Chi Alpha fellowship. And two weeks later he had moved to Seattle and begun working for Microsoft as a programmer. Phew!
Brianne Roelfs of 5111 Winewood Graduating with High Honors (3.9 GPA) National Honor Society, 4 Year letterman in women's soccer, Captain of the Lakeland women's soccer team, Brianne has been accepted into the honors program at FerrisStateUniversity.
Congratulations
Katie Ward, daughter of Dave and Nancy Ward of Sandbar was awarded 2-second place ribbons at the Student Art Exhibition held at OaklandCommunity College. Of her 4 accepted pieces of art, Katie placed a second in the drawing category for her ink drawing, "Eye of the Tiger" and a second in the pottery category for her pottery piece, "Leather." The Exhibition was held at the Highland Lakes Campus from April 1-29. Katie, a second year student at OCC has a love for art and plans to pursue her interest either in art education or design. |
Births:
Marilyn Abray of Gulfwood is pleased to announce the birth of her grandson. Brandon Steven Abray was born on April 9th to Pete and Dana Abray of Waterford.
Tom and Dorothy Rosefrom Driftwood Drive became grandparents three times in three months. Two babies were born near their due dates and one was born three months premature. The premie was down to one pound fourteen ounces a few days after birth in February and now weighs seven pounds 4 ounces. All babies are doing great. Tom and Dorothy are pictured here on Memorial Day with the three babies and their three year old granddaughter.
Luke Matthew Stockoski, new son of Dave and Kori (Surfwood), arrived on Monday, March 29, 2004, at 9 a.m. Luke weighed 10 lbs. 11 oz and could stretch 21 1/2 inches. Luke is very fortunate because when his mom is at work 3 days a week, Luke’s grandmother comes over and they both enjoy strolling down Surfwood on sunny afternoons.
SOUND OFF
A Reminder to AllLake Sherwood Residents- There is a Leash Law in Commerce Twp. for all persons with pets. Please for the safety of all; keep your pets on a leash or keep your pets in your yard. Thanks, Jane Tavernier |
Random Acts of Kindness
Gepper Family saved LSA picnic table. Acting on their skills from Cub and Boy Scouts is probably what makes the Gepper family of Triwood so quick to help! Always there in a time of need and when common sense is your foremost thought, the Gepper family was quick to remove a picnic table submerged in the lake this winter between SunsetIsland and the Driftwood A-lot. The lake wasn't thawed completely when the family trekked to retrieve the fairly new picnic table. They purchased a chain and lock to fasten it to a tree. Thanks so much for taking the initiative in a timely manner to prevent the table's damage and a potential, sinking prop destroyer! Your work did not go unnoticed. Gloria Hughes
Matt Klepack Takes Action On Wednesday, June 2nd at about 2:45pm, my next door neighbor came knocking on my door. He saw a pontoon boat floating in the bay and he knew who it belonged to but couldn't get to it to return it to them. I called the neighbor who he said that it belonged to and she said that it was theirs. I told her that we would bring it to them. I took Matt out on our boat and we brought the pontoon boat down to the neighbor's house where it belonged. After a few tries and the neighbor's friend helping us, we managed to return it to their dock. The reason I think this is a random act of kindness on my next door neighbor's part was because, first of all, he is 15 years old (16 at the end of June) and second of all, he was going to be participating in a fishing tournament, had to leave at 4:00 and still had preparations to make for that. He saw the boat floating down the bay and was concerned that it would hit something and cause damage to the boat or other neighbor's personal property. I would hope that other 15 year old's would do what Matt Klepack did, but Matt took the time out to "rescue" Bob and Ruth Mechigian's pontoon boat. Submitted by: Lisa Tamm
Sandy Riss praised Thanks for the thoughtfulness and green thumb of my hard-working neighbor Sandy Riss for providing some TLC to my perennial garden. I sure appreciate it! Gloria Hughes
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Detroit News Article on Area Goose Problem - Published March 16, 2004 “Metro area geese fight intensifies; Population control, relocation considered” COMMERCE TOWNSHIP — Homeowners have had it with geese — especiallythe calling cards that soil their lawns, patios, driveways and lakes, and may even contaminate their drinking water. It’s hard to believe that just 30 years ago experts thought the giant Canada goose — Brana canadenis maxima — was dying out in this state. Now, more than 300,000 of the big messy birds call Michigan home, transforming manicured lawns and pastoral lakeside homes into a man-versus-goose battleground. The winner has yet to be determined…….. These days, homeowners and municipalities are working to rid themselves of the mess. ……. Andy Sarkisian , president of the Lake Sherwood association, representing 627 homeowners in Commerce, said a combination of nest destruction and roundups has depleted a goose population on his lake”……. “We’ve been doing the roundup for many years,” said Sarkisian. “Without natural predators to control their population, they can cause trouble. They don’t attack people, but they love to come up on land to feed and then to, er, reverse feed. It doesn’t make for a very nice lake environment for children or adults who want to go in the water.” …... To get the geese moved, applicants need signatures from 70 percent of all lakefront owners or a single resolution from their local government body stating there is no opposition to the effort. Tim Payne , southeastern Michigan wildlife supervisor for the state Department of Natural Resources, said each year about 200 relocation permit requests are granted by the DNR to municipalities across southeast Michigan . ……. About a dozen private contractors round up the geese and relocate them to Iowa , the only one left of 13 states that accepted Michigan ’s surplus geese. “It’s possible after next year, when ( Iowa ) has established its own population, they won’t want any more taken there,” Payne said. Paul Muelle , chief of natural resources for the Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority, believes lots of geese in small bodies of water could be a health hazard. …...“You don’t want to alarm the public, but they (geese) should be kept from shorelines and beaches in large numbers,” he said. “It just makes sense.” How to control geese ; What to do if a goose nests on your property. Source: MI DNR
Geese can be hunted in the fall and winter, but geese are otherwise protected under both state and federal laws. It is unlawful to round up and relocate the birds without a permit. Shelley Fiore - Goose Round Up The round up is scheduled for Saturday June 19th from 6:00 AM- 7:30 AM . We still need several volunteers with boats. Please call or email me ASAP to volunteer! You do not need any experience. Training takes about 3 minutes and can be done over the phone. We don't touch the geese, we don't hurt the geese. All we do is herd the geese to a pen that is set up on the Driftwood beach where professionals are waiting to take them to the Department of Natural Resources office where they will then be relocated to a different state where they will spend the summer. Some of them will find their way back to Lake Sherwood by the fall, but the round-up helps us to have a substantial portion of the summer free of the mess and aggression of the geese. If you don't already have other more pressing plans for that morning, (come on, how can you, at 6:00 AM ?) please contact me to volunteer.. It really is a beautiful way to spend the morning and we really do need the help! Thanks in advance for all you who will be there!
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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 give Martha the name of the contractor (business) their phone number & your name & street. Multiple recommendations for the same business are accepted. |
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Article written by Cathy Brush
Introducing this month’s Featured Neighbor………Gary Bancer of Deerwood Lane. Gary has lived in LakeSherwood for almost three years along with his wife, Carol and three daughters, Lexi, Tori, and Karly. The Bancers didn’t move far when they relocated from Lakewood Village on LakeNeva in WhiteLakeTownship. Gary, an electrical engineer at Delphi, not only has a love for lake living, but a passion for clean water. He combined his two areas of interest and developed a wet sediment catch basin next to their home that collects rainwater from 4 storm drains as well as the gutter run off from the neighbor’s house. When the Bancer’s moved in, the existing culvert was overgrown and hardly accessible. Gary spent the first summer clearing out the overgrown foliage and debris.
The following summer he applied his engineering talent and developed a tiered drainage system that uses barrier fencing along with soil to filter out the pollutants , phosphates and heavy metals that pour into our Lake as the result of sediment carried by the water run off. Once a year he removes the phosphorous rich sediment and uses it to enhance his flowerbeds. Adjacent to the drain, he has created a beautiful “park like” setting in his yard filled with wild flowers that he has collected, which also act as erosion control.
Gary has also put a “bubbler system” in the Lake in front of his home for aeration to further improve the water quality. He even spends his own time and resources cleaning the sediment out of storm drains in the street. He hopes his enthusiasm will be contagious and it will encourage other neighbor’s to “adopt a drain” like he did. Gary has offered to assist anyone who is interested in setting up a similar system to help minimize the aging process of our Lake, which is already at an extremely high phosphate level.
Very little materials are needed for this project, like large pieces of broken concrete and soil erosion fencing. If you have any concrete you would like to donate, or are interested in building or seeing the drain, feel free to contact Gary at 248-676- 8964. Thanks Gary, for your commitment to a cleaner environment!
If you would like to recommend someone for the next Featured Neighbor, Contact Cathy Brush at 248-685-0147 Or via email at: cambrush@aol.com
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Take out a Big Ad in your Lake Sherwood Newsletter. (discount if paid before deadline) Only $70 for a full page $40 for 1/2 page $25 1/4 page $20 for business card
Deadline for next newsletter is: Thursday, August 12th - Information on advertising in this Newsletter can be obtained by contacting: Martha Klemmer at 248-685-8204 or note: advertisements appear in the print edition and not the web edition
Check out what is on the www.lake-sherwood.org Area Representative Map Boat Launch Schedule Board & Committee Members By Laws Contact Us - Email form Current LSA Events Deed Restrictions Fishing Contest Form & Rules Good Guys list Informational Facts PWC regulations Ice Safety Island Permit LakeChemicals Links to Michigan Sites Neighbors Web Pages Newsletters Water Safety Water Quality Forms on web include: •Boat Launch Schedule •Dock/Slip Registration Form •Island Use Permit •Fishing Contest entry Form •Marine Safety Complaint Form •Maintenance Request Form
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The LSA email distribution was created for better and timely communication for its residents. Examples of emails that areNOT accepted: 1. Jokes 2. Advertisements 3. Items For Sale – (Including garage sale announcements) 4. Religious and/or Charity functions Fund Raisers or money requests. 5. Recommend for/or against any Political organization(s), and/or person(s). 6. 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 LakeSherwood. To get on the list for reminders of upcoming events, article deadlines & more, please e-mail Martha Klemmer at: Martha Martha Klemmer, Editor/Webmaster New to Lake Sherwood??? We have a Welcome Package prepared to familiarize you with our community . Please call Gloria Hughes at 248-685-0631 To arrange for a time she can visit and answer your Questions about LakeSherwood & the area.
LakeSherwood Communication Staff Editor - Martha Klemmer 248-685-8204 Ass’t Editor - Linda Tucker 248-685-3547 Reporter - Cathy Brush 248-685-0147 Cover Editor, Harry Tucker 248-685-3547 Webmaster - Martha Klemmer 248-685-8204 |
| Commerce Township Improves Waste Services
Beginning the week of July 5, 2004 , Commerce Township along with Republic Waste Services will implement a new and improved solid waste collection program utilizing Curb Carts . Residents will start receiving their 96-gallon, wheeled Curb Carts on the week of June 14, 2004 and should begin using the new Cart on their newly designated trash collection day starting the week of July 5, 2004 . There may be times when residents have more trash than the Curb Cart will hold. In this case a resident may place this additional waste in trash cans/bags. You may continue to use your old refuse containers for solid waste collection or yard waste collection provided that it is properly identified and is no larger than 32 gallons in size and is not heavier than 50 lbs. Items that do not fit into the curb cart However, Republic requests call in advance so that they can dispatch the appropriate equipment. Please call Republic Waste Services at (877) 264-5544 Republic Waste Services will begin providing curbside recycling collection for every Township resident. There will be no need for residents to subscribe or pre-pay for service. Residents will receive a recycle bin. Yard Waste collection remains the same. Yard Waste will still be collected separately on the same day as refuse and recycling. Remember it is state law that all compost material be separated from refuse. Yard waste may be placed in a trashcan clearly marked “yard waste” or placed in kraft paper yard waste bags. Remember that cans or bags may not exceed 32 gallons in size or 50 lbs in weight. New Service Day! Some residents within the Township will experience a change in their trash collection day. There will be signs posted on major streets indicating which day collection will occur for that specific area. Residents will also receive information with their new Cart regarding their new trash collection day. General Recommendations
ee the LSA web page – www.lake-sherwood.org for more information
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