December 2023 Newsletter

December 2023 Newsletter

HOLIDAY FUND 

One of the best ways to thank our staff and show our appreciation for their hard work throughout the year is for you, as an Owner, to voluntarily contribute to the Employee Holiday Fund. It is through the efforts of our staff that many of the little problems and all of the larger problems are solved. The Board is asking each Owner to voluntarily contribute at least $25 or more to the Holiday Fund (Coupon and return envelope enclosed with Newsletter). 

The funds will be shared with our employees based on seniority, responsibilities and amount of time worked during the year. Your contribution (check) should be made payable to Lakeside Club and marked “Employee Holiday Fund”. Your Holiday Fund check along with the contribution coupon may be placed in the enclosed envelope (along with your dues if you don’t have auto deduction). The employee will be given a Holiday card containing the name and unit number of each contributor. Our goal is 100% participation. Thank you so much for your anticipated contribution. Your show of appreciation for our staff will go a long way. 

 LAKESIDE CLUB CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

TREASURERS REPORT FOR THE ONE MONTH AND FOUR MONTHS ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2023

Rental Survey

Thank you to all Lakeside Owners who submitted rental surveys.  The Board is using your viewpoints to establish new rental procedures that will incorporate technology to accept, track, monitor, and store rental agreements. 

Survey results indicate a majority of LSC Owners want:

• no restrictions on the number of Owners who choose to rent out their units now and in the future.
• restrictions on the number of vehicles that renters may park on LSC property—only two.
• temporary parking passes on renters’ vehicles.
• annual rental fees assessed to Owners who rent out their units. Fees support costs of technology to accept, track, monitor, and store rental agreements.
• minimum rental periods.
• renters to use the pool and hot tub.
• strict rules, procedures, and/or restrictions that must be followed by all renters and Owners who rent out their units.
• strict monetary penalties when rules are violated, with loss of privilege to rent at LSC or privilege to rent out one’s unit, if infractions continue.

Project/Grounds Update

• Great Lakes Pool and Spa (Traverse City) continue their work on the hot tub.
• The pool dehumidifier has arrived and installation continues. Hopefully the pool and hot tub can reopen the first full week of December. 
• Landscaping of two buildings, I (units 45-50) and J (units 71-76), is mostly complete.
• The header project on building D (units 13-22) will be done in Spring 2024.
• The support and leveling project on buildings D & E (units 13-32) will be completed by the end of January 2024. Owners will be notified in advance if their units need to be accessed for the project.

 It is time to get ready for cold and snow.  Brrr . . .

 Winter Heat Checks

Winter heat checks have begun, ensuring that windows are closed, heat is turned on, and thermostats are set to a minimum of 55 degrees.   If you do not want your unit checked during the winter months, please submit a work order through the LSC website.  Units will be checked periodically, especially when temperatures are extremely cold. 

Kevin found and corrected potential problems in some units:  one furnace not working, windows and sliders open, air conditioners on.  When seasons change and/or visitors/renters leave, it is every Owners’ responsibility to make sure the unit is secure. Though staff are here to help, heat checks are only done periodically so you may want to consider installing thermostats that can be operated remotely.

 Winter Reminders

• Hoses should have been removed and faucets shut off. 
• All planters, flowerpots should have been removed from the stairs and sidewalks prior to November snowfall.
• Be sure to check all windows to ensure they are securely closed.
• Set thermostat for heating with a minimum temperature of 55 degrees when not occupied.
• Moorings should be removed from the lake or properly marked with a smaller winter buoy. We will be removing abandoned moorings in the spring so at that time, please make sure your unit number appears on your buoy.
• Watercraft and trailers must be properly stored for the winter.
• Please call the office with any questions regarding winterization.
• During snow season (November – April), vehicles need to be routinely moved for effective snow removal.

 John Lehman shares information from the LSC website and info about Local Events and Activities in December.

           Web page of the month:         petoskeylsc.com        (password) LSC76Owners

Web page of the month: Codes and Contacts (OWNERS Menu)

Have you ever been ready to go for a swim in the pool but forgot the access code? Or been locked out of your unit because your keycode isn’t working? Or forgotten the name of a board member you wanted to contact? This page provides the pool and clubhouse codes; contact information for service people like locksmiths, LSC staff and board members; and other useful information.

Local Events and Activities in December

Notice that many of the following events are offered online, so they are available for members who are not currently at Lakeside Club. To copy the web address of an event easily, use the LSC website’s version of this Newsletter.

The Crooked Tree Center for the Arts (CTAC) will offer its annual Holiday Bazaar through December 20. (https://www.crookedtree.org/event/ctac-petoskey/holiday-bazaar-petoskey-0)

At 11:30 am on December 1, Treasa Keys will be joined by other quilters from Quilts of Valor to display their work and explain their mission. (https://www.ncmclifelonglearning.com/event-5392152)

From 6 to 9 pm on December 1, the Holiday Open House in Petoskey will begin with an appearance by Santa Claus, and merchants will open their doors. (https://www.petoskeydowntown.com/events/holiday-open-house/)

From 1 pm to 5 pm on December 2, 9, 16, and 23, Santa’s sleigh will be parked outside Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen at 1050 Bay View Road in Petoskey. (https://www.kilwins.com/stores/kilwins-petoskey-kilwins-chocolate-kitchen)

At 2 pm or 7 pm on December 2, enjoy a solo adaptation of Dicken’s A Christmas Carol by renowned stage actor Allen Fitzpatrick. (https://www.greatlakescfa.org/events/detail/a-christmas-carol)

At 11:30 am on December 7, attend a luncheon lecture in which Dr. Alex Elswick will describe the mission of Emmet County’s new DWI/Drug Problem Solving Court. (https://www.ncmclifelonglearning.com/event-5426345)

At 5:30 pm on December 7 CTAC will offer a collage workshop led by mixed-media artist Jennifer Nowak. (https://www.crookedtree.org/class/ctac-petoskey/collage-night-21-3)

At 7 pm on December 7 or December 8 hear the annual performance of Handel’s Messiah at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts.  (https://www.greatlakescfa.org/events/detail/messiah-2023)

At 7:30 pm on December 8, Mitten Smitten will present its Holiday Show featuring Levitator & Pete Kehoe. (https://www.crookedtree.org/event/ctac-petoskey/mitten-smitten-presents-holiday-show-featuring-levitator-pete-kehoe

Beginning December 13 or January 17,  start a six week instructor-led course “Creating Web Pages,” or opt for a self-paced option at any time with no instructor. (https://www.ed2go.com/ncmc/online-courses/creating-web-pages/)

Beginning December 13 or January 17,  start a six week instructor-led course “Discover Digital Photography,” or opt for a self-paced option anytime with no instructor. (https://www.ed2go.com/ncmc/online-courses/discover-digital-photography/)

From 9 am to 1 pm on December 16, The Harbor Springs History Museum will host the Harbor Springs Farmer’s Market indoors. (https://www.harborspringsfarmersmarket.org/winter-market)

At 3 pm or 7 pm on December 16 or 3 pm on December 17, see a performance of The Nutcracker at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts. (https://www.greatlakescfa.org/events/detail/the-nutcracker-2023)

At 1 pm on December 20, join an online session by Jeff Samyn on ”Setting Meaningful New Years’s Goals.” (https://www.ncmclifelonglearning.com/event-5367086)

At 2 pm or 7 pm on December 23, enjoy a “Homes for the Holiday” double feature  (https://www.greatlakescfa.org/events/detail/2023-holiday-double-feature)

At 7:30pm on December 29, hear the folk-rock music of the Michigan Rattlers at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts. (https://www.greatlakescfa.org/events/detail/michigan-rattlers-2023)

Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday Season.

Thank you to Shelly Germain, Greg Waller, Kevin Kissinger, and John Lehman for their contributions to this newsletter.                                                               

Carol Woodhurst