March 2012 - Woodhaven Association

March 2012
Volume 29, Number 2
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Children’s Easter Egg Hunt, Spring Fling Weekend, pg. 21

QuickNews
President's Letter....................................................................................................... 3
Managers' Report....................................................................................................... 4
• 2012 Election
• Waste Management Changes
• Maintenance Dept. Progress
• Lake Management
• Assessments
• Computer Upgrades & Pass Replacement Project
• 2012-2013 Budget Process
• Governing Documents
• Recreation/Aquatics
Pass Information Letter............................................................................................. 7
Board News................................................................................................................ 8
Proposed By-Law Ammendments.......................................................................... 11
Resource News........................................................................................................ 16
• Notice to Watercraft Owners
• Goose Management Update
Upcoming Events..................................................................................................... 21
• Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
• Spring Fling
Classifieds................................................................................................................ 27
Woodhaven Phone Numbers
Association Office Main Number........................................................... 815-849-5209
Public Safety Main Gate......................................................................... 815-849-5915
Woodhaven Lakes Realty....................................................................... 815-849-5476
General Store.......................................................................................... 815-849-5189
Service Center......................................................................................... 815-849-5107
Woodhaven Utilities ............................................................................... 815-849-5718
Avanti Foods................................... 11
Big John Pumping.......................... 22
Blue Jay Realty............................... 22
Brad’s Tree Service........................ 15
By Owner.............................. 6, 16, 23
D Handy Service............................. 12
D&D Lawncare............................... 18
Do It All Service.............................. 18
Farmer’s State Bank...................... 14
First State Bank of Mendota......... 11
Gene’s Lawn Service...................... 16
Hicks RV Sales.................................. 3
Hydroblast Pressure Washing....... 23
JLS Agency....................................... 4
Licensed Wildlife Control.............. 24
John Robeson Construction............ 4
Meadows Mobile Homes................ 10
Northern Illinois Seamless Roofing..... 19
Association Office/ESAC Office
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Woodhaven Lakes Realty
February:
Mon.-Fri.: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday: Closed, by appointment only
March:
Mon.-Sat: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: Closed, by appointment only
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FacilityHours
Paul Clayton Insurance................. 24
Paul’s Property Maintenance.......... 9
Prime Solutions.............................. 25
Ray’s Used Push Mower Sales..... 18
R.V. Doctor/Durabilt.................. 3, 10
Rick’s Lawn Property Maintenance.... 13
Rivera Insurance Agency Group.... 9
River Country Properties.............. 17
Roemmich Resort Homes................ 5
Ronn Baker Insurance................... 20
Sublette Toy Show.......................... 15
Subway............................................ 14
Vaessen Brothers Chevrolet............ 6
Vacationland................................... 13
We Clean Trailers........................... 18
Westfall Plumbing & Heating....... 12
Woodhaven Lakes Realty.............. 20
Woody’s True Value....................... 26
Woody’s True Value Service Center
Monday - Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Lakeview Building//Lakeside Center
Daily: 9 a.m. - Dark
Woodhaven Banking Center
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
President’s
Letter
Mark Kotte, President
Woodhaven Association Board of Directors
It’s hard to believe that the winter months are nearing their end and that March
is upon us, and with that, the beginning of spring! Spring always reminds
me of the renewal of life. It particularly reminds me of the beginning of a new
camping season here at Woodhaven.
I hope that many of you had the opportunity to take advantage of the “Cabin
Fever” weekend that was held on Saturday February 11, 2012. So many activities
were available, even though the weather was unseasonably warm and it
didn’t quite feel like winter! Still, many of the activities such as the Winter
Poker Walk, Arts and Crafts, Bingo, and Doubles Indoor Beanbag Tournament
were hopefully enjoyable for everyone.
Of course during the “off season” at Woodhaven, the Board of Directors still
remain busy doing the business of managing the affairs of the Association. One
particular project of interest that the Board is involved with at this time is the
review of our current By-Laws. The By-Laws of any organization need to be
reviewed from time to time due to changes in the law as well as the needs of the
organization. The By-Laws of Woodhaven are no exception. Also, the 2012
meeting schedule for the Board of Directors is being developed along with the
schedule for elections of Board members this year.
As always, I make sure to consider both the Property Owner’s needs and
the needs of the Association, as a whole, when deciding on and implementing
important decisions while serving each of you as Board President. Please
know that you can contact me through my Association e-mail at boardpres@
woodhavenassociation.com. I will always do my best to respond to your
questions and concerns.
I hope to see many of you in the months ahead as we begin another fun and
relaxing season of camping at Woodhaven!
Best regards,
Mark J Kotte
President
Woodhaven Association Board of Directors
4oth Anniversary
Tree Fund
In honor of our 40th Anniversary, the Communications Committee is collecting
funds for tree planting in common areas to replace damaged and destroyed trees
as a result of storms at Woodhaven Lakes. All donors will be acknowledged in
future publications of the Woodhaven News. Please forward any donations payable
to Woodhaven Association and designate “40th Anniversary Tree Fund” on your
check or envelope. We will accept donations until March 31, 2012. Thank you for
your support in this endeavor.
40th Anniversary Tree Fund
Name:
Section:
Lot:
Donation Amount:
Woodhaven News
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Association, 509 LaMoille Road, Sublette,
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and additional mailing offices.
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for any advertisements published herein and
in no way endorses or guarantees these ads.
It also reserves the right to reject any ads
submitted.
Letters to the Editor: All letters must be
signed, names may be withheld upon request.
Please limit letters to 200 words. Woodhaven
reserves the right to refuse publication of any
letter in the interest of space or objectionable
content. Issues must be of interest to a large
portion of Woodhaven and will not express
personal conflicts or grievances.
For inquiries regarding the Woodhaven News, or to submit a letter to the editor:
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Managers’
Report
Karen Roche,
Executive Director
Jeff Hickey,
General Manager
2012 Election
The 2012 election, under the newly enacted legislative requirements, will
soon be underway. The By-Laws governing our elections have already been
reviewed for compliance, be sure to read the Election of Directors article on
page 10 for specifics. Applications for candidacy will be available April 7th.
Waste Management Changes
The new garbage containers are in place and anyone who has seen or used
them realizes there will be an adjustment. Just to remind everyone, the change
in containers was prompted by the waste management industry, a move driven
by safety concerns. To make the dumpsters more user-friendly, we have
removed the lids. Additional containers will be placed in the future, but the
locations will need to be carefully assessed and possibly altered. We need to
observe the situation for a few weeks in the season before making changes.
You are probably also aware of recent laws prohibiting electronics in the
landfills, this includes TVs, a popular item found in and around our dumpsters,
and computers; refer to the list provided. Other items not allowed in landfills
include: appliances, batteries, hazardous chemicals, liquids, oils, oil filters
(undrained), unsolidified paint, full paint cans, tires, and yard waste. In
addition to the electronics, the hauler will not accept construction materials
or items which could cause damage to the containers or harm to the operator.
Maintenance Manager Greg Dimmig is working on developing some possible
options to handle items like furniture, refrigerators, etc., and we will report on
this progress in future publications.
Maintenance Department Progress
Maintenance crews, with the help of the Utilities staff, have been taking
advantage of the unseasonably mild December and January, getting to projects
we typically would be putting on hold until March or April. During the past
two months the maintenance building’s storage addition was erected, 7 culverts
were replaced, 36 trees with Oak Wilt and 20 dead pines were removed, and the
playground surface in Section 6 and the Pavilion have been completed.
Lake Management
We have received an inspection report from Willet and Hofmann for
Woodhaven Lake Dam noting the spillway itself is in good repair. Some work
will be needed in replacing the hand railings and posts which will be done in the
summer.
Assessments
The annual assessment invoicing process was completed and statements were
mailed to Property Owners in mid-January. If you have not received an invoice
from Woodhaven, please contact the Association Office to check on your
statement. The January statement is the only notice sent prior to the March 31,
2012 due date. This issue and next month’s issue of the Woodhaven News will
include reminders of your assessment responsibilities.
The billing process provides owners with the choice of two payment options.
The first is full payment on or before March 31, 2012. With this payment
option, property owners owning lots with sewer service are required to pay
$1,100; property owners owning lots without sewer service are required to
pay $937. The second option is an installment payment plan. The first installment
of $560 for sewer lots and $476 for non-sewer lots is due on or before
March 31, 2012. The second installment of $280 for sewer lots and $238 for
non-sewer lots is due on or before May 31, 2012. The third and final installment
of $280 for sewer lots and $238 for non-sewer lots is due on or before July
31, 2012.
With either payment option, please make sure your payment is received
before the due date. Payments received after March 31, 2012 will be assessed
an additional late fee of $50. Installment payments received after their respective
due dates will be assessed an additional late fee of $25 per installment
payment. Again, please make arrangements to ensure your payments are
received by the Association on time.
Computer Upgrades & Pass Replacement Projects
Woodhaven Lakes is currently in the midst of its largest software upgrade
since 1999, and this task includes several integrated projects. They include
our Navision customer database software, our back-end database server, the
software operating our main gate, the gate hardware with various related
equipment items, and the replacement of our passes. At our January Board
Meeting, the Board of Directors approved a contract with Sound, Inc. for
several hardware items and a Lenel based access control system for our front
gate operations. The not-to-exceed cost of this contract is $16,132. Our
budget on this segment of the project was established at $30,300 and additional
expenses beyond this contract are anticipated before for the front gate system
projects are completed. At this time, all components for these upgrades are
within our budget projections and are expected to remain well within these
limits.
In recent weeks our IT manager has been working directly with programmers
from Liberty Grove Software, both on site and through remote communications,
to proceed with our software upgrades and to address integration issues
Managers’ Report, cont.
with the gate hardware and Lenel based access control system. These meetings
have been productive and we are making progress, but still have many things
to accomplish before we can proceed with implementing the new systems. Our
immediate objectives are to have a beta system in place in March and to begin
internal testing of the new systems at that time.
Our administrative staff members were extremely efficient in completing the
printing of the new property owner passes and completed this task in just over
a one week time frame. We were able to develop a system that allowed us to
enter and record the pass ID information into an excel spreadsheet. This information
will be used to import this data into the new system to match the appropriate
properties with the correct pass ID numbers. With these tasks completed
we have been able to move forward with internal testing of the passes and have
established plans on how and when property owners can pick up their new
passes.
Included in this issue of the Woodhaven News, on page 7, is a copy of a direct
mail letter that will be sent to each property owner explaining the pass distribution
process. In addition to the information provided below, please refer to the
letter for details on Woodhaven’s pass distribution process. We have established
the following procedures for Woodhaven Property Owners to receive the new
passes:
• Property Owners will continue to use the current passes until the new
system is implemented. Do not discard your current passes.
• Our conversion/implementation date is targeted for the week of June 4th
through June 8th. This time frame is subject to change and could only be
delayed. Our conversion to the new system will not occur before this time
frame.
• The Owner of Record on each property will be required to come into the
Association Office or to specific distribution days established for Spring
Fling and Memorial Day Weekends.
• Property Owners will need to provide a valid, current photo ID for
identification
• Property Owners will need to provide a signature verifying receipt of the
new passes
• Property Owners can begin picking up the new passes at the Association
Office on March 1, 2012 and each day thereafter with the exception of the
specific distribution days noted below.
• On Saturday, April 28th of Spring Fling Weekend, the Association will
setup pass distribution stations at the Family Center. Specific hours will be
established and published at a later date.
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Managers’ Report, cont.
• On Saturday and Sunday, May 26th and 27th of Memorial Day Weekend,
the Association will setup pass distribution stations at the Rec-Plex.
Specific hours will be established and published at a later date.
• The initial distribution of the new passes will be provided at no cost to the
Property Owner
• The replacement cost for lost, stolen, misplaced or damaged passes has
been increased from $5 per pass for the current passes, to $10 per pass for
the new passes.
• Property Owners requiring immediate use of a replaced pass will continue
to pay $30 per pass.
Again, please look over the Association letter that provides details on
Woodhaven’s pass distribution process.
2012-2013 Budget Process
In January, the Finance Committee and Board of Directors completed a
review of the updated Five-Year Operating Plans for the Association. In
February, our focus will be on completing the monthly projection reports for
the next fiscal year and using this information to prepare cash flow projections
for financial planning purposes. Our goal is to have the budget documents
completed and submitted for final approval at the March Board Meeting.
We are currently receiving quotes for insurance premiums related to general
liability, workers compensation and group health insurances. Preliminary
figures for the general liability insurance appear to be stable and consistent with
prior figures. Unfortunately, this is not the case with our workers compensation
and group health insurance programs. At this time we have received a workers
compensation increase of about 46%, and a group health insurance increase of
about 34%. As we have done each year, we are looking into other options and
are working on getting additional quotes for these programs. We will review
this information with the Board of Directors and will make adjustments based
on the direction we receive from the Board of Directors.
Governing Documents
Revisions for the remaining articles of the By-Laws are included in this paper;
approval of the amended document is tentatively scheduled for the Board’s
March meeting.
Clarification and/or amendments on rules concerning bent pins or boundary
markers, and definitions on fences are currently being reviewed by the Board.
Recreation/Aquatics
Director of Recreation Tim O’Laughlin has been researching information
on ADA mandates for pool chairlifts and the cost to install them at both of our
pools. The Board has included this item on their February meeting agenda.
Miscellaneous Items
• The December financial statements represent the third quarter totals for the
Association. We ended this quarter with an overall variance of $739,686.
The favorable variance from the restricted fund was $639,299 and the
net favorable variance from operating activities was $154,387. Property
owners interested in obtaining more information on the Association’s
financial statements and/or its budget should call the Association Office and
speak with the General Manager.
• Our water usage reports from 2011 show a decrease in water volumes of
about 8.9% from 2009 totals and 4.4% from 2010 totals. On sewer system
side our volume totals were down about 60% from 2009 and 10% from
2010 totals. Weather conditions factor into these totals and we hope our
efforts to make timely repairs to both systems helps to reduce volume totals.
• We are continuing to work on upgrades to our website and are working
with a beta copy for internal review. Our plan is to release the new site this
spring within the next few months.
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Dear Property Owner;
As you may already know, Woodhaven will be implementing a new pass system this spring. We are
sending this letter to provide you with some important information regarding the new passes and when
you can pick them up.
The new pass system will operate with the use of proximity cards, meaning the pass will be read when it
is in proximity (0”-3”) of the reader. Instead of swiping your pass, you will now hold your pass in
proximity of the reader. This will make the process of accessing your property much easier, especially on
holiday weekends when so many property owners come to enjoy Woodhaven.
You may pick up your new passes beginning on March 1, 2012. Pass pick up will take place at the
Association Office, except for Spring Fling weekend and Memorial Day weekend. For those weekends:
Saturday, April 28 – Spring Fling Weekend: pass distribution will take place at the Family Center
Saturday, May 26 – Memorial Day Weekend: pass distribution will take place at the Rec Plex
Sunday, May 27 – Memorial Day Weekend: pass distribution will take place at the Rec Plex
The initial distribution of these passes will be provided at no cost to the Property Owner. Please note that
the replacement cost for these new passes has changed. For lost, stolen, or damaged passes, the
replacement cost will now be $10. When requiring an immediate replacement of a pass, the fee will
remain at $30.
Do not discard your current passes. The new pass system will not go into effect until early in
June. You will need to continue to use the current, blue property owner passes until then.
The Owner of Record will be entitled to pick up the new passes. You need to bring with you a valid,
current photo ID for identification. You will be required to sign for the passes, as well. Please remember
that you should continue to use your current passes until the implementation of the new system has
begun. The target date is set for the week of June 4-8; we will publish the official date as soon as it is
established.
Sincerely,
The Board of Directors
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Board Action Report
The following actions were taken or reported by the Board of Directors at their
January meeting:
1. Moved to approve the December 2011 Board of Directors’ Meeting Minutes
with the correction regarding the Resolution Allocating the 2010 – 2011 Surplus
Funds to state that 100% of the surplus funds will be applied to pay-off portions
of the principal balance of the Association’s long term debt obligations. Motion
passed unanimously.
2. After reviewing the minutes from the ESAC Board of Review and hearing
the opinions from our Resource Staff and Mr. Setchell of Ekana Nursery, it
was moved to defer the matter to the Environmental Committee to consider a
variance from the Rules on the use of rock or gravel in this application. If a
variance is granted, the citation must be dropped from the record; if the variance
is denied, the property owner has until June 1, 2012 to come into compliance.
If not brought into compliance, the citation will stand as issued. Motion passed
unanimously.
3. Moved to uphold the residency citation, waive the fine, and waive the restricted
use of the property for Ms. Heinzmann of Section 17 Lot 155. Motion passed
unanimously.
4. Moved to reaffirm the purchase of the 2005 New Holland excavator from Martin
Implement for a cost of $65,790 previously approved in the 2011 -2012 budget.
Motion passed unanimously.
5. Moved to approve the bid from A. I. P. for painting comfort stations 4, 5, 6, and
17 for a cost of $6,974. Motion passed unanimously.
6. Moved to approve to proceed with the purchase of the equipment and software
from Sound Inc., for a cost of $16,132. Motion passed unanimously.
7. Moved to approve the 2012 Election Schedule as presented. Motion passed
unanimously.
Monday, Feb. 27 -
Saturday, Mar. 17 -
Monday, Mar. 19 -
Monday, Mar. 26 -
Saturday, Apr. 21 -
Monday, Apr. 23 -
Board and Committee Meetings
FEBRUARY
Board of Directors’ Meeting
Hilton Garden Inn, Naperville/Warrenville - 7:20 p.m.
MARCH
Section Representatives’ Meeting
Family Center - 9:30 a.m.
Finance Committee Meeting
Hilton Garden Inn, Naperville/Warrenville - 7:30 p.m.
Board of Directors’ Meeting
Hilton Garden Inn, Naperville/Warrenville - 7:20 p.m.
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Family Center - 9:30 a.m.
Board of Directors’ Meeting
Hilton Garden Inn, Naperville/Warrenville - 7:20 p.m.
Directions to the Hilton Garden Inn, 28351 Dodge Drive, Warrenville, IL (630-393-3223):
Schedules are apt to change, please check with the Association Office for specific details if
you wish to attend. From western suburbs: Take I88E toward Aurora. Take Winfield Rd.
exit. Turn left on Winfield Rd. Right on Diehl Rd. and left on Davis Parkway, then right on
Dodge Dr. From the eastern suburbs: Take I88W toward Aurora. Take Winfield Rd. exit ,
turn left on Winfield Rd. Turn right on Diehl Rd. and then left on Davis Parkway., then right
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BoardNews
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE WOODHAVEN ASSOCIATION
2012-2013 Assessments
WHEREAS, the Woodhaven Association (the “Association”) is governed by
and through a duly elected Board of Directors (the “Board”) pursuant to the
Declaration of Covenants and By-Laws; and
WHEREAS, Article VII Section 1 a of the By-Laws provide that the Board
shall manage and control the affairs of the Association; and
WHEREAS, Article VIII Section 6, of the By-Laws state, “The Board shall,
in each year, take into consideration all sources of income that the Association
my have and levy an annual assessment upon each Campsite for the following
year.”
WHEREAS, the proposed budget and recommended assessment for
2012-2013 was explained to the membership at a Budget Hearing on November
12, 2011 and published in the December issue of the Woodhaven News.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AS
FOLLOWS:
1. That the annual assessments for 2012-2013 will be set at $1,120 for
sewered lots and $952 for non-sewered lots and shall be allocated in the
following manner:
Lots w/ Sewer Lots w/o Sewer
Operating Assessments
Operating Fund $568 $568
Lot Fund $5 $5
Water & Sewer Fund $80 $41
$653 $614
Restricted Assessments
Association Reserve $160 $179
Water & Sewer Reserve $40 $23
New Project Fund $58 $33
Debt Services Fund $209 $103
$467 $338
Total Assessments $1,120 $952
Early Payment Discount ($20) ($15)
$1,100 $937
2. That this Resolution shall be in force and effect from and after its passage
and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 13th DAY OF DECEMBER 2011.
AYES: Ivan Martinez, Linda Koutsogianis, Duane Tutaj, Charles Muir,
Jim Hicks, Lyle Lake, Sr.
NAYES:
ABSENT:
Mark Kotte
Mark Kotte, President
ATTEST:
Lyle Lake
Lyle Lake, Secretary
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE WOODHAVEN ASSOCIATION
2010-2011 Distribution of Surplus Funds
WHEREAS, the Woodhaven Association (the “Association”) is governed by
and through a duly elected Board of Directors (the “Board”) pursuant to the
Declaration of Covenants and By-Laws; and
WHEREAS, Article VII Section 1 a of the By-Laws provide that the Board
shall manage and control the affairs of the Association; and
WHEREAS, Article VIII Section 7, of the By-Laws state, When surplus funds
of more than $100,000 are available, the Association’s Board of Directors will
follow limits in redistributing the surplus to the Association’s membership. If
no other reasonable Association use of the funds is approved by the Board of
Directors, all of the surplus funds will be distributed in the following manner:
1. Approximately 30% of the surplus funds will be applied to offset future
operating assessments.
2. Approximately 70% of the surplus funds will be applied to pay off
portions of the principal balance of the Association’s long-term debt
obligations.
WHEREAS, the Board has identified from the Audited Financial Statements
a surplus in operating funds of $97.691 from FY 2010-2011; furthermore the
Board has disclosed to the membership at the November 12, 2011 Budget
Hearing and has published their intentions.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AS
FOLLOWS:
1. That the entire amount of surplus funds from 2010-2011 fiscal year, will
be allocated to reducing the Association’s long-term dept.
2. That this Resolution shall be in force and effect from and after its passage
and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 13th DAY OF DECEMBER 2011.
AYES: Ivan Martinez, Linda Koutsogianis, Duane Tutaj, Charles Muir,
Jim Hicks, Lyle Lake, Sr.
NAYES:
ABSENT:
Mark Kotte
Mark Kotte, President
ATTEST:
Lyle Lake
Lyle Lake, Secretary
BoardNews
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE WOODHAVEN ASSOCIATION
Reserve investment to pay down long-term debt obligations
WHEREAS, the Woodhaven Association (the “Association”) is governed by
and through a duly elected Board of Directors (the “Board”) pursuant to the
Declaration of Covenants and By-Laws; and
WHEREAS, Article VII Section 1 a of the By-Laws provide that the Board
shall manage and control the affairs of the Association; and
WHEREAS, the proposed 2012-2013 budget includes a recommendation to
allocate $230,011 from the Association reserve fund to pay down our long-term
debt. And, this recommendation was explained to the membership at a Budget
Hearing on November 12, 2011 and published in the December issue of the
Woodhaven News.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AS
FOLLOWS:
1. That the Board of Directors authorizes management to proceed with the
recommendation to apply $230,011 from the Association reserve fund to
pay down the long-term debt.
2. That this Resolution shall be in force and effect from and after its passage
and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 13th DAY OF DECEMBER 2011.
AYES: Ivan Martinez, Linda Koutsogianis, Duane Tutaj, Charles Muir,
Jim Hicks, Lyle Lake, Sr.
NAYES:
ABSENT:
Mark Kotte
Mark Kotte, President
ATTEST:
Lyle Lake
Lyle Lake, Secretary
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Dog Park on Hold
After considerable discussion by both the Facilities Planning and Finance
Committees, the Board has decided to get more Owner feedback before
proceeding with this project. Currently there is $21,600 for the development
of the park itself; this cost is an estimate based on input from other facilities,
the actual cost would depend on size and amenities, which could be less.
Because the Association is a private agency, as opposed to a park district or
forest preserve, exposure to liability becomes a significant factor. According to
our insurance agent, the cost for coverage for such an amenity is estimated at
$5,000 annually.
The Board is asking the Membership to comment on this proposed project by
emailing us through woodhavenassociation.com or sending in the form printed
below. This is not a vote, so to discourage multiple entries from the same
person, or those who are not Owners, we will need your name, Section, and Lot.
The personal information provided will not be disclosed.
Please fill out the form below completely. If you do not include your Section
and Lot information, your form will not be counted.
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BoardNews
Election of Directors
The 2012 election schedule, printed below, will be on the Board’s February
agenda for adoption. This will be the first of Woodhaven’s elections held
in accordance with the recently enacted State Statutes for Community
Associations. In order for Woodhaven to comply with the maximum three-year
term requirements and annual elections, a modified term will be needed for
those currently serving and for the next four elections. The term of those elected
in the 2010 election will be shortened to a three-year term: Duane Tutaj, Lyle
Lake Sr., Linda Koutsogianis, and Ivan Martinez. The term for those elected
in 2012 will be two years; those seats are currently held by: Mark Kotte, Jim
Hicks, and Charles Muir.
Applications for candidates will be available in the April edition of the paper,
online, or at the office.
2012 Election Schedule
Saturday April 7 Affidavits available at the Association Office 8:30 a.m.
Saturday May 5 Affidavits due at Association Office by 4:30 p.m.
Sunday June 3 Autobiographies due in Association Office by 2 p.m.
Saturday June 9 Election Committee meets
Deadline for candidate removal from ballot
Postition Statement due in office by 4:30 p.m.
Sunday June 24 Deadline for free ad in August issue of Woodhaven News
Deadline for submitting answers to questions due in office
by 2 p.m.
Saturday July 14 Candidates' Forum - 1 p.m. at the Family Center
Mon-Wed July 16-18 Ballots shall be mailed between these dates
Friday August 24 Ballots postmarked and received by bank
Saturday August 25 Counting of ballots
Sunday August 26 Annual Meeting
Monday August 27 Seating of new Board
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By-Law Amendments
In the January issue of the Woodhaven News you were apprised of the changes
proposed for Articles IV, VI, and VII of the By-Laws; to follow are the changes
proposed to the remaining articles. Article III is a listing of definitions for terms
found throughout the document. Article VIII sets forth the parameters from
which the Board will conduct the financial matters of the Association. Article
IX designates the officers on the Board of Directors and committee structure
of the Association. Article X, currently titled Duties of Members, is specific
to the payment of assessments and other obligations, and the remedies and
enforcement for the collection of debt owed the Association. Since Articles IV
and X both deal with duties, powers, and obligations of the membership, the
final draft of the By-Laws will combine these two sections under one heading,
Membership Powers, Duties, and Obligations.
Proposed changes, if being eliminated, will be identified with a strikethrough,
additions to the language will be in italics and underlined. If you would like
further information on the By-Laws, you can call 815-849-5209 and ask for
Karen, or send your questions to kroche@woodhavenassociation.com.
Articles I and II specify the Association’s official name and address, and the
registered agent and location. Article XI concerns future amendments to this
document; there are no changes being recommended in these three articles.
Approval to amend the By-Laws in their entirety will be on the Board’s March
meeting agenda.
Article III
DEFFINITIONS
“The Act” shall mean the Common Interest Community Association Act.
Section 1. “Association” shall mean The Woodhaven Association, an Illinois
not-for-profit corporation.
Section 2. “Board” shall mean the Board of Directors of the Association.
Section 3. “By-Laws” shall mean the By-Laws of the Association.
Section 5. “Campsite” or “Lot” shall mean any Lot in Woodhaven Lakes
included from time to time within the definition of Campsite set forth in the
Declaration of Covenants.
Section 12. “Capital Addition” as contained within Article VIII, Sections 1
and 5 shall mean an asset which is not a pre-existing asset. A duplication of
an existing asset is a capital addition.
Section 14. “Charges” shall include, without limitation, amounts of fines and
costs imposed arising out of citations issued for violations of the Association’s
Covenants, By-Laws, and Rules and Regulations, bad check charges, interest,
late fees, court costs, attorney fees and fees for water/sewer repairs.
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Section 4. “Common Properties” shall mean all property included from
time to time within the definition of Common Properties set forth in the
Declaration of Covenants.
Section 6. “Declaration of Covenants” shall mean the Declaration of
Covenants for Woodhaven Lakes dated the 24th day of October 1995, and any
supplemental Declarations, as amended from time to time.
“Governing Documents” shall mean all documents and authorized amendments
of the Association including, but not limited to, the Covenants
Declaration, By-Laws, Rules and Regulations and Policies.
Section 9. “Member” shall mean a Property Owner or Campsite Owner and
refer to those persons entitled to membership as provided in the Declaration.
(Also see Voting Member.)
“Member in Good Standing” shall mean a Member current in the payment
of assessments and charges, and not in violation of any provision of the
Declaration of Covenants, By-Laws, or Rules and Regulations of the
Association; or of Resolutions as adopted by the Board of Directors.
“Membership Papers” shall mean and refer to official Association documents
used to register all Property Owners as Members of the Association.
Section 8. “Owner,” “Property Owner,” or Campsite Owner shall mean and
refer to the record owner, whether one or more persons or entities, of the fee
simple title to any Campsite which is a part of Woodhaven, including contract
purchasers, but excluding those having such interest merely as security for the
performance of an obligation.
Section 13. “Pre-existing Asset” shall mean an asset currently in place and
used for a specific purpose, such as a comfort station including but not limited
to the following.
(1) A direct replacement, including reasonable expansion to meet current or
projected requirements, of such asset or combination of such assets on the
same site or different site remains a pre-existing asset.
(2) An expansion of an existing asset to meet current or projected requirements
and done as part of renovation remains a pre-existing asset.
(3) A replacement on another site, which results in a vacated asset, creates a
capital addition equal to the depreciated value plus costs of conversion of the
replaced asset.
“Prescribed Delivery Method” means mailing, or posting in a Woodhaven
publication that is routinely mailed or emailed to all members.
Section 10. “Rules and Regulations” shall mean and refer to the Rules and
Regulations of the Association as approved and adopted from time to time by
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the Board of Directors.
Section 11. “Special Assessment” as contained within Article VIII., Section
5. (b) shall mean an amount for one or more “capital additions” which has not
been included in the five year financial plan of the Association for at least two
consecutive years.
“Voting Member” means the person or entity designated as an owner and
entitled to one vote as defined by the Governing Documents.
Section 7. “Woodhaven Lakes” shall mean and refer to that certain real
property described in the Declaration of Covenants.
Example: Former ESAC Building Depreciated Value $73,500(20/40)=$36,750
Conversion $26,500
Capital Addition $63,000
Section 15. “Immediate Family” shall mean spouse, mother, father, stepmother,
step-father, (step)-son, (step)-daughter, (step)-sister, (step)- brother,
in-laws, cousins, aunts, and or uncles. (03/07)
Article VIII
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1. Adoption of the Five-Year Plan. The Board shall annually during
December adopt or reaffirm a tentative five-year plan for Operating Expenses,
Replacements and approved Capital Additions. The Assessment levied
against each Campsite shall be based upon the five-year plan.
Section 2. The Budget. The Board shall annually during March December
adopt budgets for the Operating Fund and Restricted Fund of the Association.
Section 3. Separate assessments used for expenditures relating to emergencies
or mandated by law may be adopted by the Board without being subject to
Voting Members approval.
Section 4. Assessments for additions and alterations to the common areas or
to Association-owned property not included in the adopted annual budget
shall be separately assessed and are subject to approval of two-thirds (2/3) of
the total Voting Members at a meeting called for that purpose.
Section 5. The Board may adopt separate assessments payable over more
than one fiscal year. With respect to multi-year assessments not governed by
sub-sections (3) and (4) of this Article, the entire amount of the multi-year
assessment shall be deemed considered and authorized in the first fiscal year
in which the assessment is approved.
Section 6. Check requests, invoices, and contracts for services and products
for the maintenance, replacement, and repairs of common areas shall be
submitted to the Accounts Payable Clerk by the department manager, noting
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the appropriate account code. There will be two signatures required for
payment. Those authorized to sign will verify the support documentation for
each payment.
The Board shall also approve a Business Plan for each of its subsidiaries for
the upcoming fiscal year.
Section 7. Restricted Fund. The affirmative vote of a majority of the
Directors present at a meeting of the Board shall be required to disburse
money from the Restricted Fund of the Association unless the purpose of the
disbursement is to fund a deficit in the Operating Fund of the Association
whereupon the affirmative vote of three-quarters (3/4) of the Directors of the
Association shall be required to disburse money.
Section 8. Borrowing Money. The affirmative vote of three-fourths (3/4) of
the Directors of the Association shall be required to borrow money for the
purpose of financing a deficit in the Operating Fund of the Association.
Section 9. Membership Voting Members Approval of Certain Expenditures.
a. Capital Addition Limit. The limit shall be adjusted every five (5) years
by a factor based on the yearly changes in the CPI-Midwest, compounded
for five (5) years and rounded to the nearest $5,000. The first adjustment, in
April 2000, will be calculated from 1986 and will become $$300,000. The
next adjustment will be made in 2005 and every five (5) years thereafter.
The capital spending limit as of 2011 is $390,000.
b. In the event the Board approves an expenditure from either the Restricted
Fund of the Association to pay for a “Capital Addition” or the borrowing
of money to pay for a “Capital Addition” for the Association or any of its
subsidiaries or ventures in an amount greater than the amount determined
by (a) above, the Board must further obtain approval of this expenditure by
a majority of the votes cast in a referendum of Members entitled to vote.
Section 10. The Board shall, in each year, take into consideration all sources
of income that the Association may have and levy an annual assessment
upon each Campsite for the following year. In no event shall the assessment
upon Campsites be less than that amount representing the Operating Fund
portion of the budget for that year. The Board may, by resolution, fix the time
for payment of annual assessments, which may be on a monthly, quarterly,
semiannual or annual basis. No assessment shall be levied against Campsites
owned by the Association.
Section 11. When surplus operating funds of more than $100,000 are
available, the Association’s Board of Directors will follow these limits in
redistributing the surplus to the Association’s membership. (4/24/06)
a. The annual allocation to offset future operating assessments is limited to
the greater of $60,000 or 25% of the accumulated surplus in any single year.
b. Any deviation from this policy must be fully disclosed to the
Association’s membership and will require a three-fourths (3/4) affirmative
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vote of the Board of Directors for approval.
Section 12. The Association shall obtain and maintain fidelity insurance
covering persons who control or disburse funds for an amount that is reasonably
required to protect funds in the custody or control of the Association.
Article IX
OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES OF THE ASSOCIATION
Section 1. Officers. The officers of the Association shall be the President,
one or more Vice Presidents, the Secretary, the Treasurer and Assistant
Secretary, and such other officers and assistant officers as the Board may
from time to time elect. Officers shall serve at the will of the Board. Any
two (2) or more offices may be held by the same person, except the offices
of President and Secretary. Officers shall be Members of the Association.
(11/18/02)
The highest ranking officer of the previous Board whose term has not expired
shall convene a newly constituted Board for its first official meeting following
the election of Directors. The first item of business shall be the election of a
temporary President for the purpose of presiding officers of the Association
shall have the following duties:
(a) President. The President shall be the presiding officer of the Board of
Directors. The President is the chief executive parliamentary officer in
determining the conduct of the Association, Board of Directors and their
committees. With the advice and consent of the Board of Directors, the
President will represent the Board in dealing with the Executive Director
and/or General Manager. The President shall be vested with the powers
and duties generally incident to the office of the President of a Common
Interest Community Association not-for-profit corporation, except as
otherwise determined by the Board, or as may be otherwise set forth in
these By-Laws.
(b) Vice President. In the absence of the President, or in the event of his
inability or refusal to act, the Vice President is empowered to act and shall
thereupon be vested with the powers and duties of the President. In the
event that there is more than one Vice President, the Board shall establish
the order in which they serve.
(c) Secretary. The Secretary of the Association shall keep the minutes of the
business and other matters transacted at the meetings of the Members and
of the Board. He/She shall mail, or cause to be mailed, all notices required
under the By-Laws. He/She shall have the custody of the corporate seal and
records and maintain a list of the Members and their addresses and perform
all other duties incident to the office of Secretary.
(d) Treasurer/Assistant Secretary. The treasurer shall have custody of the
funds of the Association, collect monies due, pay the obligations of the
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the office of Treasurer. The Board may require that the Treasurer be bonded
for such amount and under such conditions as the Board may require. The
Assistant Secretary shall fulfill the responsibilities of the office of Secretary
in the absence of the Secretary. (11/18/02)
Section 2. Removal of Officers. Any officers may be removed when, in the
judgment of the Board, the best interests of the Association will be served by
such removal.
Section 3. Board Committees. The following standing committees are established
to assist the Board of Directors:
(a) Facilities Planning Committee
(b) Communications Committee
(c) Finance Committee
(d) Boards of Review
Each committee will consist of five (5) or more Members appointed by the
Chairman of the respective committee, or by the President with the advice
and consent of the Board of Directors. Members of the committees shall be
Association Members. The committees will make recommendations to the
Board of Directors. Guidelines and issues for the committees will be established
by the Board of Directors.
Article IV X
MEMBERSHIP POWERS, DUTIES, AND OBLIGATIONS
DUTIES OF MEMBERS
Section 5. Payment of Assessments. All charges and/or assessments and
related charges levied by the Association shall be paid to the Association on
or before the time fixed by the Resolution of the Board. Written notice of the
charge and the date of payment shall be sent to each Owner (Member) the
Voting Member at his or her last known address given the address last given
by such Owner to the Association. Charges incurred as a result of fines, fees,
penalties, repairs or other charges from the Association or its subsidiaries
shall be payable within 60 days of the billing statement. All payments on an
Owner’s account shall be applied in chronological order beginning with the
oldest unpaid invoice or amount due. Unpaid charges shall further become a
part of the assessment.
Section 6. Collections.
(a) Collection and Lien. If assessments levied by the Association and
other charges are not paid by the due date, the amount of such assessment
and/or charges plus any charges thereon including interest at the
maximum limit provided under the law from date of delinquency and costs
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of collection, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, shall constitute a lien
upon the Campsite. The Board Association shall cause a lien to be filed in
the office of the Lee County Recorder of Deeds, which notice shall state the
amount of the Assessment and other such charges and a description of the
Campsite of the Propert Owner which have been assessed or charged. The
Association may deem these charges to constitute a lien upon the Campsite
and cause said lien to be filed in the office of the appropriate County
Recorder of Deeds, which notice shall state the amount of the Assessment
and other such charges and a description of the Campsite which has been
assessed. The Board may seek to recover said sums by any other available
judicial procedure and shall be entitled to its internal costs, attorneys’ fees
and costs of suit in said collection. If the Association does claim a lien
on the Campsite, upon payment of said assessment and charges and other
satisfaction thereof, the Board shall within a reasonable time cause to be
recorded a further notice stating the satisfaction and the release of said lien.
(b) Collection of Charges. The charges as used in the By-Laws shall
include, without limitation, amounts of fines and costs imposed arising out
of citations issued for violations of the Association’s Covenants, By-Laws,
and Rules and Regulations, bad check charges, interest, late fees, court
costs and attorney fees. and any and all costs and expenses incurred by the
Association in the exercise of its authority in these By-Laws.
(c) Procedures. In addition to any remedies or liens provided by law
or by these By-Laws, if an Owner is in default in the payments of the
aforesaid charges or assessments or any installment thereof for 30 days,
the Association may bring suit to enforce collection thereof or to foreclose
the lien therefore as provided herin or by law; and there shall be added to
the amount due the costs of the suit, together with interest and reasonable
attorneys’ fees to be fixed by the court. No Owner may waive or otherwise
escape liability for the assessments provided for herein by non-use of the
Common Properties or abandonment of his or her Campsite.
Section 7. Priority of Lien. Conveyance of any Campsite shall not affect any
lien for assessments or other charges provided for herein. Such lien shall be
prior to all other liens recorded subsequent to the filing of said lien.
Section 8. Enforcement. The lien provided for herein may be foreclosed by
suit by the Association in like manner as a mortgage, and in such an event,
the Association may be a bidder at the foreclosure sale. The Association may
also pursue any other remedy against any Owner owing money to it which is
available to it by law or equity for the collection of a debt.
Section 9. Proof of Payment. Upon request, the Association shall furnish a
statement certifying that all assessments then due have been paid or indicating
the amount then due.
Section 10. Suspension. The Association shall not be required to transfer
membership on its books or to allow the exercise of any rights or privileges
of membership on account thereof to any Member owner or to any person
claiming under them unless or until all assessments and charges to which they
are subject have been paid.
Section 11. Removal of Board Member. Two-thirds (2/3) of the membership
may remove a Board Member as a Director at a duly called special meeting.
Article XI
TERM AND AMENDMENT
These By-Laws shall be in force and effect from and after the date of their
adoption and recording and can be amended from time to time by the affirmative
vote of a majority of the Board of Directors of the Association, except for
those portions of the By-Laws requiring more than a majority vote. Those
portions of the By-Laws requiring more than a majority vote of the Board can
only be amended by the affirmative three-fourths (3/4) vote of the Board of
Directors.
Assessments due March 31, 2012
The annual assessment invoicing process was completed and statements
were mailed to property owners in mid-January. If you have not
received an invoice from Woodhaven, please contact the Association
Office to check on your statement. The January statement is the only
notice sent prior to the March 31, 2012 due date.
There are two payment options:
OPTION 1: Full payment on or before March 31, 2012
Lots with Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots with sewer
service are required to pay $1,100.
Lots without Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots without
sewer service are required to pay $937.
OPTION 2: Installment payment plan
The first installment is due on or before March 31, 2012
Lots with Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots with sewer
service are required to pay $560.
Lots without Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots without
sewer service are required to pay $476.
The second installment is due on or before May 31, 2012
Lots with Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots with sewer
service are required to pay $280.
Lots without Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots without
sewer service are required to pay $238.
The third (and final) installment is due on or before July 31, 2012
Lots with Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots with sewer
service are required to pay $280.
Lots without Sewer Service: Property Owners owning lots without
sewer service are required to pay $238.
LATE PAYMENTS WILL BE ASSESSED LATE FEES
With either payment option, please make sure your payment is
received before the due date. Payments received after March 31,
2012 will be assessed an additional late fee of $50.
Installment payments received after their respective due dates will be
assessed an additional late fee of $25 per installment payment. Again,
please make arrangements to ensure your payments are received
by the Association on time.
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Jerry Corcoran, Resource Manager
NOTICE TO WATERCRAFT OWNERS
Acouple watercrafts picked up at the boat storage areas in December 2011
are waiting to be claimed by their owners. Woodhaven Association’s
policy states all watercraft must be removed from lake storage areas between
December 1 and March 1. Watercraft remaining after December 1 are picked up
and put into storage. Owners of watercraft with proper identification on them
are notified by letter. Other watercraft will remain in storage until the owners
claim them. Unclaimed watercrafts are normally held for a period of one year
before they are auctioned off or disposed of. Watercrafts held in storage are
subject to a $20 pickup and $5/month storage fees. If you suspect that you left
a watercraft at one of the lake storage areas, please contact Jerry Corcoran at
(815) 849-5209 ext. 258 during the week. To claim your watercraft and arrange
pickup, owners must call ahead of time and provide proof of ownership.
Goose Management Update If you suspect that you
Within the next few weeks we will be left a watercraft at
continuing with management of the Canada one of the lake storage
goose population on property through our areas, please contact
control program begun in 2006. We will be Jerry Corcoran at
entering our 7th season of control efforts. Are (815) 849-5209 ext.
we making any headway in these efforts? 258 during the week.
Over the past 6 seasons we have prevented the hatching of 1458 goose eggs
representing 261 nests for an average of 44 nests located and 243 eggs/year
destroyed. We continue to see approximately 25-50 geese successfully hatch
each season. This means in the 6 year period we should have seen an increase
in the resident flock by 150-300 birds. We have not seen this to date. Each year
the number of breeding pairs, 50-60, remains relatively constant in and around
Woodhaven. For the coming season, 2012, our Nuisance Permit again allows
for 60 nests to be treated and removed. The difficulty faced in this program is
locating the nests during the course of the nesting season which runs roughly
late March through mid-May.
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Geese normally seek a ground nesting site near the water’s edge. They prefer a
location slightly elevated. We have a unique situation, unlike other areas, where
geese are utilizing the tops of building structures throughout property. Most
of the nests found (85%) over the past 6 seasons have been on top of building
structures as opposed to on the ground near lakes and other water bodies. There
are also geese utilizing ground sites away from the lakes to construct their nests.
In so doing, the geese have greatly increased the number of nests that would
otherwise be constructed in a similar size area. Geese are very territorial, as are
all animals when setting up their nest and den sites, thus in more natural situations
there would only be a select number of “choice” nesting sites available.
At our location, many “choice” sites are available to the geese as a result of
their adaptation to nesting on top of building structures.
Thus nest locating has been made much more difficult and time consuming
due to the fact that geese have adapted to building their nest atop building structures
in areas near a lake or in some cases quite a distance from a water body.
Since competition is fierce between the mated pairs, they will nest anywhere
conditions are suitable.
It has been found that most nests built on top of trailers, room additions, and
sheds are in areas under pine tree stands. One of the criteria that allow a nest to
be constructed on top of a trailer is the availability of nesting material. Geese
do not gather nest material and transport it to the selected location as other
birds. Geese utilize materials at the sight. Pines shed a lot of needles in the fall
which provide ideal nest construction material on top of structures for the hen to
pull into a pile around her to form a nest. Any accumulation of leafy debris on
top of a trailer also works for nesting material.
Though we have narrowed down the areas in which they are selecting,
there are some that still manage to go undetected and thus successfully hatch.
Largemouth Bass
Muskie
Walleye
Channel Catfish
Crappie
Bluegill & Redear Sunfish
Bullhead
Trout
2012 Catch Limits
14-inch *Minimum Length Limit
1 *Fish Daily Limit per Lake
36 inch Minimum size limit
16 inch Minimum Size Limit
2 Fish Daily Limit
4 per day
15 per day per lake
No Limits
No Limits
3 per day
• A minimum length limit indicates that fish taken and not returned to the lake are
required to be equal to or larger than the stated length. All fish less than the stated
length shall be returned to the water being fished.
• A daily limit will pertain to the lake being fished. Anglers will not be allowed to
have in possession more than 1 largemouth bass on any given lake. Anglers shall
not exceed the State limit of 6 bass.
NO MINNOWS ALLOWED AS BAIT
Some of these birds are probably nesting off property and raising the young
on property. Other are just plain difficult to locate. To assist with locating
nests, I am asking property owners to take time in the early spring, preferably
by mid-April, to visit your lot and search the property for nests as well as to
clean off accumulated debris from the top of your trailers, room additions, and
sheds. If you locate a nest, contact the Resource Department at 815-849-5209
extension 258 to leave the section and lot where the nest is located. This will
help to further reduce the number of nesting sites thus likewise help in the
management of the goose population.
The procedure once a nest is located is to oil the eggs and place them back
in the nest. Depending on the number of days that they have been incubated to
that point by the hen will determine the length of time that the eggs must remain
in the nest until they are picked up for disposal. This procedure prevents the
geese from setting up a new nest at another location. If the nest is destroyed
early on in the incubation period such as if another predator had found it, the
pair of geese will re-nest at another
“If you locate a nest, contact
the Resource Department
at 815-849-5209 ext. 258
to leave the section and lot
where the nest is located”
Landscape Waste Lot-to-Lot
Pick-Up Procedure
Leaves
Brush
Vacuum
April 15 - May 31
The vacuum can pick up loose leaves,
grass clippings, pine needles, and leafy
garden plants.
Pile at front of lot in 1 or more piles
Sticks, rocks, and heavy soil cannot be
mixed with leaves.
Cold fire-pit ashes are to be bagged.
Paper Bags
June 1 - October 14
Only leaves, grass clippings, pine needles, and
cold ashes may be placed in paper bags at the
front of the lot. Each bag should be light
enough to be picked up by 1 person.
Vacuum
October 15 - November 30
The vacuum can pick up loose leaves,
grass clippings, pine needles, and leafy
garden plants.
Pile at front of lot in 1 or more piles
Sticks, rocks, and heavy soil cannot be
mixed with leaves.
Cold fire-pit ashes are to be bagged.
location. As an FYI, nests reported
might appear as though nothing has
been done but rest assured that the
nest has been treated. The waiting
period can be from 1-3 weeks from
initial treatment.
In addition to the nest and egg destruction, we continue to utilize harassment
measures at the beach/Family Center area during the season. These worked
well the first couple of seasons, but observations indicated that the geese had
become adapted once again to the methods and did not respond as well to these
measures. More visits to the beach as well as changes to methods used were
required to gain the same effects on the geese.
April 15 - November 30
Wednesdays
Brush should be stacked parallel to the road at
the front of your lot.
Pick-up of landscape
waste is by sign-up only!
Sign-up sheets are located at:
The Association Office
Woody's True Value
Woody's General Store
Main Gate
Each lot to be picked up must be
signed up.
Questions regarding landscape
waste pickup can be directed to the
Resource Department.
Placing landscape waste in or
alongside dumpsters could
result in a $100 fine.
Another aspect of the program is the application of a deterrent on selected
high use turf areas. The deterrent applied to the turf causes a negative reaction
when ingested by geese while feeding on the grass. This continues to be
effective when conditions allow for the application on a timely basis. The
deterrent must be put down at least every 2-3 weeks during the season to gain
the greatest impact on deterring geese from the selected areas. This deterrent is
neither harmful to the geese nor to humans.
If you should already have a nest on one of your structures when you arrive,
please contact the Resource Department to report it. With everyone helping out,
we should continue to see healthy management of the resident goose population.
CAUTION
Feeding our Geese can cause dependency on people for food. This can lead to
increased numbers of geese using the property. As a result, their congregation in
areas along the lakes creates big messes we don't want to STEP IN!
BE SMARTER THAN OUR GEESE! Appreciate them from a distance AND DON'T
FEED THEM!!! LET THEM LIVE NATURALLY!
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Cabin Fever Winter Nature Walk
Recreation Manager Natalie
Martin leads a guided winter
nature walk at Cabin Fever.
Participants learned the
different ways plants and
animals survive the winter
months.
Youth Bags Tourney Winners
1st Place: Brandon Zamora 21-93/92 & Stacey Skoff 9-217
2nd Place: Courtney Rubino 16-163 & Connor Olalde 3-229
Adult Bags Tourney Winners
1st Place: Chad & Justin Beetz 6-171
2nd Place: Dave Rubino & Charlie Schalk 16-163
Welcome New
Property Owners
Welcome to the new Woodhaven Property Owners and their families listed
below. You may stop in at the Association Office and pick up your Official
Documents Packet. Packets consist of Rules and Regulations, By-Laws,
Covenants and Restrictions, and a Woodhaven Map.
Section/Lot Name City State
1-88 J Paul Tamraz Jr. Elgin IL
2-237 James Goeddeke Bourbonnais IL
2-267 Cynthia Byford Glen Ellyn IL
3-141 Douglas Blodgett Amboy IL
3-207 Kevin Dellegrazio Sugar Grove IL
10-202 Michael Budde Homer Glen IL
10-312 Giovany Valadez Chicago IL
20-81 Marya Skadas Romeoville IL
29-369 Ross Staton Alsip IL
Calling all
Amateur Radio
Operators
A disaster or other major event is something no one wants but something
for which everyone must be prepared. In its continuing efforts to stay
prepared for the possibility of a disaster situation, Woodhaven Public
Safety is putting together a database of all amateur radio operators
within Woodhaven. This database would only be used in case of a major
emergency within the confines of Woodhaven Lakes.
If you would like to be placed in this listing, please e-mail Sgt. Wayne
Lachat (K9QDA) at wlachat@woodhavenassociation.com. Please include
your name, call sign, class, Sec/Lot contact information including a phone/
cell number. Also, give a brief list of your equipment, if you are able to
operate under emergency power, and if you are a trained Weather Spotter.
Right: Participants
learn the difference
between deciduous
and coniferous trees.
815-539-5142 or toll free
888-497-7867
705 Illinois Ave., Mendota
Ray’s Used
Push Mower Sales
815-440-7310
Amboy
Buy • Trade • Sell
Small Engine Repair
Parts & Service
Snow Blower &
Vacuum Cleaner
Repair
We Clean Trailers
Weekly
Monthly
Yearly
Call Kathy
815-830-0098
ACDC Pinball Tourney Winners
1st Place: Diane 2nd Place: Dylan Given
D & D LAWN CARE
FOR ALL YOUR LAWN CARE NEEDS
Call:
Spring Clean-Ups
Fall Clean-Ups
Landscaping
Stump Removal
Pressure Washing
Dan - 815-973-0461 or
Cindy - 815-973-4576
ACDC Pinball Tourney Winners
1st Place: Diane 2nd Place: Tricia Pagoria
Do It All Service
815-849-5600
Terry J Klein
Owner
1848A Richardson Rd.
Amboy, IL 61310
-Tree Trimming-
-Firewood-
-Gravel Hauling-
-Bucket Truck Work-
-Tree Removal-
The Good Timers Club once again held their Christmas Luncheon this
winter. This year, 68 members were in attendance. Photo submitted
Mendota Moose Lodge
Legion Breakfast
January 8th 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. - 2nd Sunday of the month through March
Welcome Members & Guests
Eggs any style, pancakes or french toast, fried potatoes, biscuits and gravy,
sausage and bacon, coffee, milk & orange juice.
Mendota VFW Steak Fry
Jan. 21st - 3rd Saturday of the month through May
$12 per person, reservations by phone 815-539-6466
Coals ready at 5:30 p.m.
PUT AN END TO YOUR TRAILER HOME
& ADDITION ROOF PROBLEMS
• Year Round Installation
• Strongly Reinforced
• Fire Resistant
• 15 Year Warranty
• Insulation Included
• Maintenance Free
• High Efficiency to Lower
Utilities
• Custom Manufactured to
Fit Roof & Slide-Outs
• Leak-Proof Fastening
Directly to Rafter &
Edging
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Winter Activities
Ice Skating
Depending on the weather this winter, The Recreation
Department may develop a rink if ice and snow conditions prove
to be optimal. Ice skates can be borrowed using a property owner's pass. Our
ice skate collection has grown over the years through the generous donations of
many property owners. However, we cannot guarantee to have all skate sizes.
Sledding
The sled hill is located behind the tennis/basketball courts near the Rec Plex
and General Store. You can’t miss it! As soon as the first snowflakes fly, we are
bound to see sledding enthusiasts begin trekking up the hill.
Cross-Country Skis
The Recreation Department has a limited number of cross-country
skis available that can be borrowed through the Family Center.
The boot sizes are limited. We cannot guarantee to have your size
available. Cross country ski trails pick up at the Rec Plex and follow
portions of the Rec Path as well as other trails.
If you would like to borrow equipment, please call ahead to make arrangements.
Please call the Association Office at 815-849-5209 x216. Please call
a couple days ahead of time, as holiday and off-season schedules can be busy
times for staff members.
INSURANCE PROTECTION FOR
WOODHAVEN PROPERTY OWNERS
Dear Woodhaven Property Owner...Since 1986, I have specialized in
providing insurance for all your camping needs at Woodhaven. I can
customize your policy so you only pay for the coverages you need and
want.
Some benefits of this program include:
1. All-risk protection including wind, fire, lightning, etc.
2. Coverage for your personal effects, shed, deck, etc.
3. Liability protection for your lot and trailer.
4. Special discounts if you are 50 years of age.
5. Replacement cost option on your trailer.
If you would like more information, please call me anytime,
including evenings and weekends.
Office 815-849-5476 or 800-849-9574
February Hours:
Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday Closed, or by appt.
Residential - Amboy
133 N East Ave., Amboy - Nice ranch
style home on a large lot. Features include
2 BR and 1 car garage. Motivated seller.
Sold “as is.” $30,000
209 S. Jefferson, Amboy - This two story
home is featured with built in cabinets in the
kitchen, gracious open stairwell to second
floor with 4BR, 1.5 baths, walk up attic for
storage, huge LR, DR, laundry, basement,
deck, 2 car garage. One entrance from front and one from
back by alley. Extra shop to do work in. $65,000 REDUCED
240 N East Ave., Amboy - Location!
Location! Location! Beautiful 2 bedroom
home in move-in condition. Features
include: front enclosed porch, huge living
room, dining room and den with wood
floors, first floor laundry, and 2 car
attached garage. Walking distance to downtown and
everything Amboy has to offer. Must see inside to appreciate
all this darling home offers. $76,900
304 N. Jefferson, Amboy - All brick home
is ready for you to move into. Located on
corner lot w/ lots of yard for relaxing by the
fire. Great patio & deck out back; 2 car
detached garage (insulated w/ heat).
Second detached heated garage off breezeway. Features:
3BR, 1.5 bath, partially finished basement w/dry bar &
laundry room; newly remodeled & up-to-date kitchen, dining
and bath. Electric heat but easily converted to GFA. New c/a
duct work(2008) New plumbing(2003) New roof(2007) and
newer sewer line from house to street. Must see! $139,000
REDUCED
1528 Morgan Rd., Amboy - Beautiful 4.3
acres with a completely remodeled home.
Ready to move into. New 40 year steel
roof. Must see inside to appreciate.
Features include 4/5 bedrooms, full
basement, appliances, ceiling fans, circular drive. Seller will
build garage if buyer so desires, for an additional cost.
$129,900
Residential - Wenoa
Lori Erbes, GRI, Managing Broker
Cell - 815-535-6295
LErbes@woodhavenassociation.com
Bonita Willis, Broker Associate
Cell - 815-343-1966
BWillis@woodhavenassociation.com
Mary Lovgren, Broker Associate
Cell - 815-994-1449
MLovgren@woodhavenassociation.com
March Hours:
Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday Closed, or by appt.
Lots - Amboy
Morgan Rd., Amboy - Buy now - Build later! 16.31 acres
(mol) available to build your dream home or a great place to
hunt. Creek at the south side of property and very private,
secluded, quiet, lots of deer & turkey! Easement of property,
long lane consists of 2.72 acres & back parcel consists of
13.59 acres. $132,000
Eccle/Lee Center/Shaw Rd., Amboy - Here is a lot to build
your dream house on! There is gas to property. $11,000
Monroe Ave., Amboy - Bring your floor plan and begin
building your home today! This double lot is ready and
welcomes your building ideas. Motivated seller...Bring your
offer today and start building tomorrow . $35,000
Residential - Sublette
200 S. Front St., Sublette - This home is
ready to move into and located on a large
corner lot. Features include 3 car detached
garage, deck, two tiered deck, fire pit,
clothesline, great back yard, two cherry and one apple tree, 3
bedrooms, 1 bath, den, dining room, full basement with a
newer toilet. Lots of newer updates. $117,900
378 Van Orin Rd, Sublette - Country
Living at its best! This beautiful two
story home is situated on 1.95 ac mol.
Features include 4 bedrooms, 2 baths,
open floor plan, appliances stay, newer
updates in kitchen, family room, dining room, and first floor
laundry. Seller has added new shingles to roof in 2007 and
siding to the home in 2008. Dish network for internet. Other
features include 2 car detached garage, patio area, deck, and
great view of the woods in the backyard. $165,000
1877 Maytown Rd., Sublette - Perfect
blend of old world unique charm with lots
of updated modern touches! This 4 bed, 2
full bath home won’t disappoint! Located
on 2.16 acre mol, 4 car detached garage,
upper deck off master bedroom and 2
lower decks and one with fire pit built in with seats. Beautiful
dining room leads into family room, enclosed porch, office
area, finished basement w/ entertainment room, TV room and
bar! $164,900 REDUCED
Residential - Mendota
780 E 10th Rd., Wenoa- Country Living on
4 acres. Zoned agricultural. Home has
1003 3rd St., Mendota - Investors take
beautiful woodwork. Spacious rooms and
note! Great location by park, this home
lots of potential. 2 enclosed porches. Full
is ready to move into. Invest as rental
basement has interior and exterior entry,
property or great starter home.
partial finished. Many outbuildings. Don’t miss this
Features: 3 BR, 2 baths - one for
opportunity. Subject to third party approval. $120,000
handicap accessibility, handicap deck to front door,
appliances, clothesline and two car detached garage.
$87,900
UpcomingEvents
We’re Excited For this Season, and Hope You Are Too!
We have some great things in store for you this summer and can’t wait to
get things started. Entertainment is always a big part of our summer and
we have some great acts booked for you this year!
Craft Fair and Flea Market Changes
We’re excited for another year of craft shows and flea markets! Forms will be
mailed out soon, so please mark your calendars for the upcoming dates!
• We will accept applications for booths meeting show regulations on a first
come, first serve basis until the spaces have been filled or until the registration
deadline date listed on the form. Registration deadlines are always
Monday two weeks before the event.
Flea Markets
Craft Fairs
May 27 – Memorial Day Weekend April 29 – Spring Fling Weekend
August 4 – Main Event Weekend July 8 – 4th of July Weekend
October 7 – Fall Fest Weekend September 2 – Labor Day Weekend
*All flea markets have a capacity of 70 booth spaces
• Booth display space is 16’ wide x 10’ deep.
• FOR A SINGLE BOOTH, ALL VEHICLES MUST BE 20 FEET OR
LESS IN LENGTH INCLUDING TRAILER.
Recreation
facility
info
Entertainment Schedule - 2012
May 26
May 27
June 23
June 30
July 7
July 14
July 30
August 4
August 11
August 18
September 1
September 2
Hey Jimmy
R-Gang
Liquid Blues Project
Classical Blast
Radium City Rebels
HairDaze
Seitz and Sounds
Main Event - Run4Covers
Slow Tuesday
Mike Gonzalez, Latin DJ
Billy Croft and the 5 Alarm
BBI, Our Woodhaven Classic
www.bbilive.com
Lakeview/Lakeside: Daily 9 a.m. - Dark
Rec Plex: Closed until Spring Fling Festival
Family Center: Closed for the Season
• IF YOUR VEHICLE/TRAILER IS OVER 20 FEET IN LENGTH– You
must purchase multiple booth spaces to accommodate the length of your
vehicle and trailer. The vehicle and trailer must then be parallel parked
within your booth spaces as shown in the diagram below.
Single Vehicle
20’ or longer vehicle
Please feel free to contact the Association Office with any questions or
concerns regarding these changes
Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 31, 2012
The hunt will begin at 12 noon at the Rec Plex. Registration and Check-In
will take place at the Q & Ice Box. Each child will be given a number and must
search through the “Easter Field” for the eggs that share the same number.
Everyone will receive a special prize. We will also offer a special section of the
egg hunt geared towards our younger participants (ages 3 and under) who may
not be ready for the number challenge in the “big” kids hunt.
After the egg hunt, hop along with the Easter Bunny to the Creation Station
where we will be having a craft followed by a movie in the Multi-Purpose
Room. The Creation Station (Arts & Crafts Room) will be open from 12-2 p.m.
for children to make an Easter craft. (This is included in the egg hunt fee.) Our
feature movie will begin at 2 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room. Children will be
treated to a cookie and punch during the movie.
There is a $3 fee per child that participates. If you bring a non-perishable food
item for the local food pantry, you will receive $1 off the fee. Items that are
needed are: coffee, canned goods, boxed goods (ex. cereal, boxed juice drinks),
and paper products (ex. diapers, Kleenex, paper towels).
Bring your camera and capture the memories of your little ones enjoying
this favorite Woodhaven activity. Be sure to see the Easter Bunny who will be
hopping around at the activities! Watch for more information on Woodhaven’s
website at www.woodhavenassociation.com and fliers located at the Front Gate.
Spring Fling Weekend
April 28-29, 2012
Celebrate Woodhaven’s turning green April 28-29. This festival has come
to be a Woodhaven favorite as everyone embraces spring and the upcoming
summer season. The weekend will feature the first Arts and Crafts show of the
2012 season! Get your lot ready for the summer, or prepare for landscaping
at home with the Department of Recreation’s Annual Tree Farm Sale! Choose
Continued on page 22
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Upcoming Events, cont.
from a variety of hardwoods, evergreens, or wild-life friendly shrubs. Horse
Drawn Wagon Rides, Pony Rides, Petting Farm, Bass Fishing Tourney, Food
Fair, Arts and Crafts projects and much more will round out the weekend
schedule! The Rec Plex will also be re-opening for the season, and weather
permitting Adventure Mini Golf will also open. Watch the April edition of the
Woodhaven News and the Woodhaven Web-Site at www.woodhavenassociation.com
for a schedule of events and more information on the tree farm sale.
Get ready to “Go Green” on Spring Fling Weekend!
Brighten these winter days by planning your garden, and the Extension Office
has you covered with great websites about water gardening, container gardens,
vegetable and flower gardening and so much more. Who says you have to wait
for spring to watch your garden grow? Start now with the great resources listed
on this web-site!
http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/lee/hort_env.html
March 31, 2012
April 28-29, 2012
May 26-28, 2012
July 6-8, 2012
July 7, 2012
Aug. 3-5, 2012
August 4, 2012
August 5, 2012
Sept. 1-3, 2012
Oct. 6-7. 2012
Mark Your Calendars
Egg Celebration
Spring Fling Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend
4th of July Weekend
Woodhaven 5K/3K
Main Event Weekend
Fireworks Show
Classic Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show
Labor Day Weekend
Fall Festival
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Sec/Lot Property Owner Violation
1/115 John Holdeman Permits for brick driveway have expired; not completed
2/82
Angelo
Chrysogelos
Building materials on lot without an open permit
2/83 Kim Strohman Compartment door on RV is not secured
2/137 Steve Arnold Building materials on lot without an open permit
3/2 Kimberly Roebke Shed damaged by fallen tree limb, needs repaired
3/10 Edgar Flores No valid permit on file for gravel patio
3/57 Nastassja Lukasik PVC sewer inlet is broken, needs repaired/replaced
3/173 Antonio Andrade Barrel grill is too close to roadway, needs to be relocated
3/185 Joe Cole Rotted wood on deck causing safety hazard
4/197 Chester Kopacz Oversized boat and trailer on property
4/201 Joseph Ramirez No cap on RV discharge port, needs to be installed
5/238 Brad Jackson PVC sewer inlet is broken, needs repaired/replaced
5/241 Diane Munoz Broken compartment doors on RV need repaired
5/278 Rigoberto Diaz Broken window on rear of room needs repaired/replaced
7/105 Jean Cheever
Metal bucket being used to cap the sewer line, proper cap
needs to be utilized
8/35 Letty Juarez Building materials on lot without an open permit
8/81 Wayne Maurer Seam of RV is open to the elements
9/188 Eduardo Ornelas Roof of shed is deteriorated and needs repaired
10/62 Richard Crema Deteriorated shingles on roof of shed need replaced
10/105 Lester Shuman Portable overhead on property needs to be removed
10/215 Marzena Hamera Permit for wood stove is not completed
11/169 Tamara Luckey No valid permit on file for RV on property
11/191
Grzegorz
Kozanecka
Permit for RV has expired, not completed in 180 days
11/198 Robert Webster Jr Roof of shed is deteriorated and needs repaired
11/263 Michael Dezynski Building materials on lot without an open permit
11/264 Michael Dezynski
Retaining ponds on lot not maintained and have
detiorated
11/292
Bethel Gospel
Tabernacle
Compartment door on RV is not secured
12/9 Cynthia Mills Rotted wood on steps, needs replaced
12/10 Cynthia Mills No valid permit on file for RV on lot
Licensed
Wildlife Control
Beaver – Raccoon – Groundhogs
Bats – Skunk – Moles – Etc.
Art Albee
(815) 857-3989
ESAC Citations
Sec/Lot Property Owner Violation
15/8 Carol Cournoyer Building materials on lot without an open permit
15/116 Agripino Perez No valid permit on file to refresh gravel driveway
15/157 Chrisopher Novak Electrical outlet by shed is open at ground level
16/64 Rosendo Torres Permit for room addition has expired; not completed
16/73
William
Draganowski
Permit to install sewer extension & addition expired
16/90 Joseph Tofel Hole in room needs to be repaired and new wood painted
17/133 Wayne Mirocha Rotted wood on door and trim of shed
17/154 Matthew Schirmer Broken window on RV needs repaired or replaced
17/157 Emelie King Permit for roof repair on shed is not completed
17/191 Jose Soria Rotted wood on trim of shed needs replaced
17/257 Arthur Casco Rotting wood on shed, needs replaced
17/271 Gwenda Mattox Fire pit exceeds diameter requirements
20/8 Hector Centeno
Registered Sex Offender List
William Sloss.......Section 7 Lot 31
William DuBois...Section 17 Lot 122/123
Robert Hipshur.....Section 21 Lot 33
Cardboard around electrical meter needs replaced with
metal face plate
22/99 Philip Martinez Sr Shed is less than 5’ from property line
23/33 Warren Green Exposed wire to tip-out of RV
24/91 David Matti Inappropriately stored items on lot
24/92 David Matti No cap on PVC sewer inlet
24/147 Martha Giullu Debris blocking culvert needs to be cleared
24/156 Robert Tomaska NEMA3 electrical box is on the ground, needs reset
24/236 Carlos Rosado Inappropriately stored items on lot
25/53 Sylvia Vega
Exposed outlet behind the shed, needs weatherproof
cover
26/136 Alejandra Lopez Damaged portable overhead canvas needs removed
28/56 James Barlow Shed is only 3 1/2’ from 56/55 property line
29/9 Greg Huiras Permit application for RV has expired
Michael Andrew
29/53
Front seam of RV is open to the elements
Krops
29/110 Benjamin Zayas
Driveway timbers are over 109/110 common boundary
line
29/140 Rafael Osorio Jr Exposed electrical outlet and wires on lot
29/219 Lourdes Santiago Exposed outlet on RV needs weatherproof cover
29/339 Victor Cuebas Unacceptable materials used to repair outlet on shed
Robert Lauesen......Section 21 Lot 45
Gilbert Quinones....Section 23 Lot 83
Assessments vs. Taxes
Woodhaven is definitely a great place to get away from the grinds of daily
life—work, traffic & noise. As with most hobbies and recreational activities,
however, there are varying degrees of financial costs and expenses that go along
with the fun and relaxation, and Woodhaven is no different.
When you make the commitment to yourself and your family to purchase
recreational property at Woodhaven, you also make the pledge to accept the
accompanying financial responsibilities. Two of the primary financial obligations
involved at Woodhaven are the annual Association assessments and the
yearly county property taxes. There is often a misconception that the assessment
and county tax bill are one in the same. It’s very important to learn and know
the differences between these two expenses, what they provide and who they
are paid to.
Annual Association Assessment
When you purchase property at Woodhaven, you become a member of the
Woodhaven Association. As a member of the Association, you are responsible
to fund your ownership share of the Association’s annual budget. This budget
includes annual operating costs; such as cost to operate facilities, including the
pools, water and sewer facilities and other amenities; providing programs and
services; and maintenance of buildings and common grounds. Also included in
the annual budget is a reserve fund; which sets aside a certain amount of cash
for future improvements, emergencies or unexpected repairs and improvements.
Every year Woodhaven’s Board of Directors and volunteer committees spend
months reviewing past budgets and working with staff to determine current and
future budgetary needs based on goals set by the Board. Through this process,
the Board then determines each individual property’s share based on the number
of billable properties at Woodhaven and Woodhaven’s overall budgetary needs.
The budget process is well documented through the Woodhaven News and
allows property owner input at several stages of the process. The process culminates
in November of each year when the proposed budget for the upcoming
fiscal year is presented to the members in an open meeting. The following fiscal
year budget is typically approved by the Board of Directors at the December
Board meeting. After the Board approves the budget, including the amount to be
billed to each individual property owner, staff begins preparing the assessment
bills, which are typically mailed to property owners in January each year, with
a March 31 due date for the first installment payment (see assessment payment
schedule on page 15 of this issue of the Woodhaven News).
General Maintenance
Carpentry
Gravel Drives & Pads
Paver Patios & Walkways
Free Estimates
Fully Insured
Roofing
Trailer Skirting
Power Washing
Painting/Staining
It is important to understand that the individual annual assessment amount is
based on the number of billable properties located at Woodhaven. Therefore,
every billable lot with sewer service is billed the exact same assessment
amount. Also, every lot without sewer service is billed the same amount as
every other lot in Woodhaven without sewer service. And because the assessments
are actually billed to each billable lot, property owners that own multiple
lots are required to pay an assessment for each lot they own.
Property Taxes
If you own a home or property somewhere other than Woodhaven, then you
are probably well aware of what property taxes are and how they are assessed.
For all others, property tax on real estate is typically levied by local government
at the municipal or county level and they help support local education, police/
fire protection, local governments and other local infrastructure. The tax is
usually assessed at a percentage of two components—the value of the land, and
any improvements or building value.
At Woodhaven, assessed land values can vary greatly depending upon
location within the property. For example, property on a lake would be assessed
at a higher value than a lot not located near water. Structures and improvements
at Woodhaven that can be assessed include free standing room additions,
covered decks, and sheds. Park models, travel trailers, fifth-wheels and other
RV’s cannot be assessed as they are considered personal property.
Woodhaven properties are located in Lee County, and as such, are taxed
by Lee County Treasurer’s Office. With more than 1,700 acres of property,
Woodhaven encompasses two different townships and two different fire protection
districts. Because of this, similar campsites may be assessed at slightly
different rates based on what township or fire protection district they are located
in. Regardless, the typical tax rates for this past tax year in Lee County were
between 6.5% and 6.8% of assessed value. Tax bills in Lee County are usually
mailed out in April or May of each year with due dates of June and September.
A notice is included each year in the Woodhaven News when the Lee County
tax bills are mailed.
It is important to know that these bills are mailed directly to the residential
address of the property owner listed on the deed. If you, as a Property
Owner, ever have a home change of address, you need to contact Lee County
Treasurer’s Office to provide them with the most current information so your
tax bill can reach you. Remember, you are responsible for payment of your
county taxes weather you received a bill in the mail or not! We have seen
many situations where property owners have lost ownership of their lot to
non-payment of taxes because the bill was not being sent to the correct address.
The Lee County Treasurer’s Office can be reached at 815-288-4477.
Hopefully, this clears up any uncertainty or confusion between the
annual association assessments and county tax bills. If you have any further
questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Woodhaven Association’s Office at
815-849-5209.
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Lots for Sale
Section 2, Lot 35. Walk to Bass Lake and
playground. Nice corner lot high and dry. $4,000
OBO. Sewer, elect., water. Taxes and dues paid.
Call Jerry 630-292-0391. (4/12)
Section 4, Lot 27. Sewer, water, electric, older
but nice camper, everything works, A/C, heat,
water heater. Sleeps 4, shed, deck, fire pit, satellite
hook up, convenient location to all activities.
$9,500 OBO. 815-973-8310 (3/12)
Section 7, Lot 202. $2,000. Also, Sec 10, Lot
7. Walk to Blue Gill pond. $3,750. Both lots
cleared and have sewer, elect., water, and are
negotiable. Taxes and dues paid up. Call Jerry
630-292-0391. (4/12)
Section 10, Lots 69-70. For Sale: two lots and
two trailers (as is), one shed and sewer, electric,
fire pit. Dues and taxes paid, asking $14,500
OBO. Please call 773-552-5900 leave message
or call 773-759-3228. Call for more details. (3/12)
Section 10, Lots 126,127 & 128. Low traffic area.
1998 Estate park model. Includes deck, 3 sheds,
furnishings/appliances, everything in great condition.
$65,000. If sold before March, seller will
pay 2012 dues. 574-272-5763 or 574-276-2689
(6/12)
Section 15, Lot 178. Beautiful shaded lot near
entrance, Black Oak Lake, free WiFi from Nature
Center. Water, sewer, electric, storage shed, fire
pit, cornfield behind lot. Taxes paid. Yearly dues
paid. $3,000 OBO. Call 773-318-3829 (5/12)
MUST SELL IMMEDIATELY: Section 16, Lot 205
Prime location on Woodhaven Lake. Beautiful
400 sq.ft. Park model/new room addition/deck.
4 car front parking/winter water/on-off outside
water system. Large Shed. Clean/well kept. Walk
to Beach/Pools/All Amenities. $69,500 OBO. Call
630/546-5028. (7/12)
Section 17, Lot 100. Quiet lot with newer detached
addition. Old trailer just removed. Includes
fire pit, shed, electric & water. $11,500 OBO. Call
Mario at 708-829-7026 for more details. (8/12)
Section 20, Lot 36. Great lot with 24 ft. trailer. Attached
screen porch on cement pad with electric.
Fire pit, sewer, water. Dues and taxes paid.
$7,500, price negotiable. 815-252-6213. (4/12)
Section 23, Lot 179. From the backyard, view
and walk to the lake. Along with the enjoyment of
a picnic area, fire pit, swing, 2 sheds, 2 bedrooms,
sun porch, with A/C and heating. Asking
$17,500, taxes and dues paid. Call 708-613-4007
(4//12)
Section 24, Lot 68. 2010 Breckinridge park
model. 12x30 room addition with 9x12 covered
porch. In 2011. 8x12 shed with electric, central
air - LP PIG owned. Common ground in back.
$47,000. 630-464-4621 (6/12)
Section 27, Lot 127. Stunning vacant lot!! Shaded
by mature oak trees. Fire pit, driveway, sewered,
common area behind lot. Quiet, secluded area of
park. Near comfort station and Hidden Lake. Flat
lot, ready to move in. $3,900. Call 847-265-1902
(5/12)
Miscellaneous
2009 Coachman Captiva 280 RLS - Travel Tailer.
Very clean unit (like new) 1 owner. Smoke-free
environment. 1 super slide, sleeps 7. Ducted air
and heat. Surround sound with TV, DVD and
CD player. Outside shower. Electric Jack (32).
$18,500 Call 815-712-2435
2005 Keystone Hornet Trailer 30 ft.. Great condition,
sleeps 8. Large slide-out, 17 ft. awning.
Queen bedroom, queen/single bunks. Electric/
gas refer and HWH ducted heating, AC, microwave,
built-in stereo with mp3 aux. Max-air roof
vents. Asking $9,800. 630-876-2465 or 630-673-
0520. (4/12)
For Sale: Two(2) 8x8 wooden sheds. Great
shape. $450 each or both for $800. Call Frank
847-452-0934. See on Lot 150, Section 17.
(5/12)
For Sale: Two(2) window air conditioner units.
One Amana 9000 BTUs, one Haier 9000 BTUs.
$75 each or both for $100. Call Frank 847-452-
0934, or Jody 773-589-0685.
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Woodhaven Association
509 LaMoille Road, Box 110
Sublette, Illinois 61367-0110
February Hours
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday Closed, by appt. only
March Hours:
Mon.- Sat. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday Closed, by appt. only
Office: 815-849-5476 -or- 800-849-9574
Fax: 815-849-5191
Please call for an appointment
Visit our Websites at:
www.woodhavenassociation.com
www.realtor.com
Lori Erbes, GRI
Managing Broker
LErbes@woodhavenassociation.com
Bonita Willis
Broker Associate
Cell 815-343-1966
BWillis@woodhavenassociation.com
Mary Lovgren
Broker Associate
Cell 815-994-1449
MLovgren@woodhavenassociation.com
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2- 23, 24, 30, 65, 76, 83, 149,
232, 233, 266, 300
3- 1, 33, 57, 76, 87, 210, 211
4- 13, 14, 21, 59, 80, 83, 105
5- 125, 137, 180, 246, 247, 310,
311, 382, 386, 409, 410, 411,
426, 427, 457, 490
6- 13, 181
7- 56, 105, 106, 120, 131, 132,
138, 204
8- 104, 122, 140
9- 73, 82, 101, 102, 162, 163
10- 37, 83, 88, 103, 203, 208,
219, 225, 243, 259, 305
11- 116, 165, 280
13- 99
14- 12, 55, 78
15- 70, 71
16- 87, 132, 167, 206, 209
17- 69, 133, 134, 139, 140, 148,
170, 188, 189, 191, 218, 219,
225, 268, 282
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20- 82, 83
21- 11, 110
22- 97
23- 32, 143, 162, 163
24- 70, 129, 132
25- 37, 80, 150
26- 152, 225, 247
27- 65, 127, 151, 152, 163, 164
28- 18, 28, 58, 132, 133, 135
29- 22, 61, 62, 103, 130, 287
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