Happy New Year!

We sincerely hope that everyone had a wonderful holiday, and we wish you all a happy, healthy new year.

 2023 is now behind us and we are looking forward to a great 2024 for our community. Despite inflation and so much turmoil in the world, there have been some very positive things that affect us all here in Moravian Meadows.

The one thing that stands out the most is the value of our condos. In the last few years, the resale value of our condos has nearly doubled. Overall, the Moravian Meadows property has risen from a total value of $38,768,000 to a whopping $60,916,700. Yes, we live in a 60-million-dollar property!

What that means to you is this; our homeowners condo insurance (HO6) might not be enough to cover a loss in your residence. Our by-laws require every co-owner to have the proper HO6 condominium insurance coverage. So be sure to check with your insurance agent to make sure you have sufficient coverage. A simple call to your agent will set your mind at ease. Better to be safe than sorry.

Your board of directors will continue to make improvements to keep our property values high and make Moravian Meadows a wonderful, beautiful place to call home.

See you in the next post . . .

Cordially,

Ed Mroz

President, Moravian Meadows Homeowners Association

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!

One thing I love about winter and living here at Moravian Meadows condos is not having to worry about going out in the cold to shovel snow.  When we get snow, it’s comforting to know that our streets, driveways and walkways will be cleared as soon as possible.

Here are some things to keep in mind when that white stuff begins to fall.

All snow at Moravian Meadows will be cleared after two inches or more has fallen.  The snow removal crews will be out as soon as the snow stops.

Roads will be salted and driveways and walkways will have ice melt applied.

The snow removal crews will also shovel and salt around our mail boxes.

If heavy snow is expected, the snow removal crews will be out even before the snow stops in order to get a jumpstart on getting it removed.

Our roads will be the first to get cleared so emergency vehicles can get in if needed.  Remember there are more than one-and-a-half miles of roads at Moravian Meadows, so please be patient.  It’ll all get done.

If you have a car or truck parked in your driveway chances are your driveway will not be cleared.  It will be the decision of the snow plow operator as to whether he or she feels it is safe to partially clear your driveway.  Although utmost care will be taken, the snow removal company will not be held responsible for any damage to your vehicle.

Calcium chloride ice melt will be applied to the driveways and walkways.  While this product is less harsh than salt, it is still possible it could cause minor pitting on concrete.  If you are concerned about this, you may opt out of having it applied to your driveway, walkway or porch.  Please inform the board in writing and we will pass the information along to the snow removal company.

Finally, we strongly recommend that every homeowner keep a container of ice melt to touch up any slippery spots that might occur on your walkway or driveway.  And please be careful.  Slip and fall accidents are no fun.  So, stay warm and be safe!

See you in the next post . . .

Cordially,

Ed Mroz

President, Moravian Meadows Homeowners Association

Photo credit: Michelle Parnell.

How to Recycle – Do This, Not That.

"Honey, tomorrow is trash pick-up day. I'm just going to toss this Styrofoam container in the re-cycle bin."

"No dear it has to go into the trash bin. GFL doesn’t recycle Styrofoam. Here’s what I found out from GFL when I called."

Does this sound like a familiar conversation in your house?

When it comes to recycling, awareness is key. Contamination is the biggest issue impacting successful recycling practices today, when people throw in items they shouldn’t, such as grease-soaked cardboard, plastic bags or paint cans. This is why it’s important to know what you can recycle and what you can’t.

As a community we need to be informed in order to make the right decisions when it comes to our recycling bins. Everyone should have a wheeled or blue plastic bin to be placed at the curb every week. Trash bins and recycling can be placed at the curb after dusk on Tuesday night or Wednesday morning.

According to the Clinton Township website https://clintontownship.com/286/Trash-Recycling-Collection -

Rubbish

Plastic bags must be tied and placed into the provided trash cart.

Glass and Sharp Objects

Wrap glass and sharp objects in heavy newspaper before disposal.

Cardboard Boxes

Cardboard boxes must be flattened and tied together.

Carpeting

Carpeting must be rolled, bundled, and tied in four-foot lengths no heavier than 50 pounds each.

Latex Paint

Latex paint cans may only be placed at the curb or in the trash cart if the lids are removed, and any leftover paint is completely dry. Cat litter or sand may be added to speed up the drying process.

Hazardous Materials

Oil-based paint is considered a hazardous material. Do not dispose of hazardous materials with your rubbish. Instead, contact the Macomb County Hazardous Waste Department at 586-469-5236 or via the Macomb County Household Hazardous Waste Collection page.

Construction Materials, Rocks, Dirt, Sod, Bricks & Concrete

Construction materials, rocks, dirt, sod, bricks, and concrete are not considered household rubbish and will not be removed by the trash hauler.

Yard Waste

No yard waste in paper bags will be collected. That is an extra charge that we do not pay for at Moravian Meadows. Put all yard waste with the regular trash – NOT IN RECYCLING.

Bulky and Large Item Collection Services

Call 586-772-8900.

GFL doesn’t want to miss your collection but can’t pick up your trash if it isn’t by the curb when their truck arrives on Wednesday. Be prepared:

• Place your trash can and recycling bin at the curb with the wheels facing your house and the lid opening into the street.
  

• Keep your garbage cans four feet apart and at least four feet or more from any obstacles such as mailboxes, or cars.
  

• Keep your container at the curb until the end of the day if it hasn’t been emptied. Sometimes the arrival time changes, and GFL doesn't want to miss you if they come later than expected.

Holiday Schedule for Trash Collection

If one of the observed holidays falls on a weekday, trash collection will be one day behind for the remainder of the week, with Friday’s collection on Saturday.

What CANNOT be recycled?

• Foam containers or products (Styrofoam)

• Window glass and mirrors

• Wire hangers

• Electronic waste (batteries, cell phones, TVs, monitors and computers)

• Motor oil containers

• Organic material and yard waste

• Chemical containers

• Hazardous waste (paint, pesticides, oil & cleaners)

• Shredded paper

• Plastic bags

• Ceramics or dishes

• Food waste

• Waxed cardboard

• Needles or syringes

• Scrap metal

• Wood items

• Garden hoses

Source: GFL Environmental Inc. - Waste Management & Environmental Services

Reminder that all trash must be stored in your garage until dusk, the day before trash collection day. Or you can play it safe and put it out early on the morning of trash collection day. Return all trash and recycling containers to your garage by dark after collection. Violations will be fined.

For trash collection issues and other questions, please call 586-286-9300.

See you in the next post . . .

Cordially,

Ed Mroz

President, Moravian Meadows Homeowners Association

Moravian Meadows resident Melanie Sugierski contributed to this article.