Pickwick Village Homeowner Association

Monthly HOA Board Meeting Minutes

June 29, 2026

ATTENDANCE

(Absent members are highlighted in red)
President: Stacey Krum
Vice President: Megan Bruen
Treasurer: Karen Ryan
Secretary: Jackie James
Beautification: Kelli Kunec
By Laws: Kurt Richter
Social Media: Dave Spotts
Welcoming: Kelly Estrada
Member at Large: Steve Wildman
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Revisited a few topics from last meeting.
• Our neighborhood was selected for monthly Food Truck visits (Tuesday or Wednesday evenings). Board approved the application and will submit this week. We are obligated to post and blast the dates and times as much as possible.
• Kona Man is not available for the Annual Picnic. Brainstorming alternatives – Dan is checking if any other Kona truck is available, or options such as a snow cone machine, ice cream truck/cart, popsicles, or ice cream cups.
• Gathering quotes and ideas for the new Barchester Entry Island neighborhood sign.
• Sent Dave the “Summer Events” Flyer to post and blast.
• May HOA Meeting Minutes were approved; Dave will post on the website.
• Will perform annual maintenance on both Tiny Libraries before Fall (reseal, stain, clean-out, and total restock).
• Posted and blasted information about Recreational Vehicles/RVs/Campers in driveways and on the street, plus Dog Owner Expectations.

VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Lowe’s Grant applied for on March 20 – should announce at the end of the summer.
• Idea to purchase “Slow Down” Signs (12-pack for $14.99 on Amazon) and have some available at the picnic, especially for high-speed areas.
• Idea of creating a fundraiser flyer for local businesses to support park improvements (plaque or sign recognition on volleyball poles, in the pavilion, or on the backstop).
• Received tax ID number, but still needs the 501(c) number.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

No report.

TREASURER’S REPORT

• Still 6 houses outstanding for dues (dues have doubled). Letters will be attached to doors; next step is Lien Letters.
• Will seek out a new lawyer to help with the Lien Letters.
• For a copy of the budget, please contact treasurer@pickwickvillage.org.

BY-LAWS REPORT

No report.

BEAUTIFICATION REPORT

• Swifty sprayed weed killer in all playscape areas on June 29; posting went out on Facebook.
• Seal Coat for South Park Path will need to be redone in 2–3 years according to the invoice of completed path work.
• Need to replace the Pear Tree by the North Park Tiny Library and replace rose bushes at the ends of the entry island – need prices.
• Repaired sprinklers on the main entry island.

WELCOMING REPORT

• Welcomed 6748 Brookshire Drive on June 29.
• Need to welcome 42088 Greenwood – closed on June 29.

SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE REPORT

• Updated “Rules” for the Facebook page.
• Idea for a GoFundMe page for our neighborhood for new playscapes, backstop, etc.

MEMBER AT LARGE REPORT

No report.

NEW BUSINESS

• Continued search for potential Community Improvement Grants.
• Collection of dues from the last 6 houses.
• Continued ideas to prevent speeding:
  1. Solar Flashing LED Retrofit Kits for Stop Signs available online ranging from $699 to $1,599.
  2. Post and blast the Canton Traffic Survey for a 3rd time.
  3. Purchase “Slow Down” Signs available on Amazon ($14.99 for 12).
• Bat Houses – 2 for each park (Houses range from $36–$120; higher-end are made from recycled plastic lumber. Poles range from $60–$120. Quikrete ~$10).
• Sign Toppers on main intersections – need prices.

OLD BUSINESS

• Began reviewing and budgeting for the Future Projects/Events/Ideas list.
• Blue Bird Houses installed in both parks.
• Spring Project: New Barchester Entry Sign (beginning to rot) and small sign on Hanford where the neighborhood starts. Will gather current quotes and review old quotes/designs from a few years ago.
• Clean up, paint metal, or power wash the playscapes (need to clean up). Date and volunteers to be determined.
• Continue saving for new playscapes in both North and South Parks.

The meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.
Next Meeting: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM at North Park Pavilion (weather permitting).

Minutes prepared by the Pickwick Village HOA Board

Pickwick Village Homeowner Association

Monthly HOA Board Meeting Minutes

May 27, 2026

ATTENDANCE

(Absent members are highlighted in red)
President: Stacey Krum
Vice President: Megan Bruen
Treasurer: Karen Ryan
Secretary: Jackie James
Beautification: Kelli Kunec
By Laws: Kurt Richter
Social Media: Dave Spotts
Welcoming: Kelly Estrada
Member at Large: Steve Wildman
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Revisited a few topics from last meeting.
• Booked the Bounce House and Water Slide for the Annual Picnic (August 22).
• Contacted Kona Man for the Slow Roll and Picnic – waiting for confirmation (July 18).
• Still trying to contact Charlie for power washing both playscapes.
• Entry Island Cleanup (pruning rose bushes and replanting dead ones at each end) and tree trimming in South Park – June 15th at 7:00 PM.
• Gathering quotes for the new Barchester Entry Island neighborhood sign.

VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• No word yet on the Lowe’s Grant applied for on March 20.
• Will continue to look for more community grants to help with revamping, adding to, or improving the playscapes in North and South Parks.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

No report.

TREASURER’S REPORT

• For a copy of the budget, please contact treasurer@pickwickvillage.org.

BY-LAWS REPORT

No report.

BEAUTIFICATION REPORT

• Will apply non-toxic weed killer in the playscape areas soon.
• South Park and Barchester Entry Island Clean-Up: Entry Island Cleanup (pruning rose bushes and replanting dead ones at each end) and tree trimming in South Park – June 15th at 7:00 PM.
• Gathering quotes for the new Barchester Entry Island neighborhood sign.
• Extend South Park poop bag pick-up and dumping until May (until mowing starts).

WELCOMING REPORT

• No new home sales.

SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE REPORT

• Will email blast and post info about Hood Cleanup and a reminder about RV, poop bag disposal, and Camper Storage Rules.

MEMBER AT LARGE REPORT

• Mosquito/Flea/Tick spraying, prevention, and control in both parks (will gather 3 quotes).

NEW BUSINESS

• Continued search for potential Community Improvement Grants.
• Collection of dues.
• Look into stop signs with flashing red lights for Hanford Road (Township or Wayne County?). Solar Flashing LED Retrofit Kits for Stop Signs are available online ranging from $699 to $1,599.

OLD BUSINESS

• Began reviewing and budgeting for the Future Projects/Events/Ideas list.
• Bat Houses & Blue Bird Houses installed in both parks.
• Spring Project: New Barchester Entry Sign (beginning to rot). Will gather current quotes, review old designs from a few years ago, and replace the rose bushes at the ends of the entry island.
• Clean up, paint metal, or power wash the playscapes (need to clean up). Date and volunteers to be determined.
• Continue saving for new playscapes in both North and South Parks.
• Sign Toppers.

The meeting adjourned at 7:40 PM.
Next Meeting: Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM at North Park Pavilion (weather permitting).

Minutes prepared by the Pickwick Village HOA Board

Pickwick Village Homeowner Association

Monthly HOA Board Meeting Minutes

April 16, 2026

ATTENDANCE

(Absent members are highlighted in red)
President: Stacey Krum
Vice President: Megan Bruen
Treasurer: Karen Ryan
Secretary: Jackie James
Beautification: Kelli Kunec
By Laws: Kurt Richter
Social Media: Dave Spotts
Welcoming: Kelly Estrada
Member at Large: Steve Wildman
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Revisit a few topics from last meeting.

VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Applied for the Lowe’s Grant on March 20. Expecting feedback this summer. Will continue to look for more community grants to help with revamping, adding to, or improving the playscapes in North and South Parks.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

No report.

TREASURER’S REPORT

• 26 houses left to pay dues (letters went out April 14; due April 30 before we walk).
• Will continue to follow up with Canton Township for clarification on the bill for “removal or replacing” of sidewalks. Still have questions. The bill is not due until September. We already have the funds set aside for small roads work (which we no longer need to pay for).
• Reaching back out again in April; no response from the city yet.
• For a copy of the budget, please contact treasurer@pickwickvillage.org.

BY-LAWS REPORT

No report.

BEAUTIFICATION REPORT

• Will apply non-toxic weed killer in the playscape areas when the weeds start to sprout.
• Lawn was a 2-year contract for 2025 and 2026 only. Will get new bids this year with the same requirements.
• No new wood chips for the playgrounds this year.
• Start gathering quotes for the new Barchester Entry Island neighborhood sign.
• Spring cleanup: Next meeting we will pick dates for South Park and Barchester Entry Island Clean-Up. Also plan to replace the rose bushes at the ends of the entry island.
• Clean up, paint metal, or power wash the playscapes (Stacey to call Charlie about cost).

WELCOMING REPORT

• 6332 Courtland – done.
• 6158 Courtland – done.

SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE REPORT

• Will email blast and post the new Transportation Safety Action Plan. Residents are encouraged to take the survey at: www.cantonmi.gov/1531. DONE.

MEMBER AT LARGE REPORT

• Suggested mosquito spraying, prevention, and control in both parks (gather quotes).
• Maybe bat houses? Stacey to look at cost.

NEW BUSINESS

• Food truck: Your Neighborhood Hood Bites, once a month – Stacey to contact.
• Look into stop signs with flashing red lights for Hanford Road (Township or Wayne County?). Solar Flashing LED Retrofit Kits for Stop Signs are available online ranging from $699 to $1,599. Out of 2026 budgets.

OLD BUSINESS

• Began reviewing and budgeting for the Future Projects/Events/Ideas list.
• Continue saving for new playscapes in both North and South Parks.
• Sign Toppers.

The meeting adjourned at 7:50 PM.
Next Meeting: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Panera Bread or North Park Pavilion (weather permitting).

Minutes prepared by the Pickwick Village HOA Board

Pickwick Village Homeowner Association

Monthly HOA Board Meeting Minutes

March 19, 2026

ATTENDANCE

(Absent members are highlighted in red)

President: Stacey Krum
Vice President: Megan Bruen
Treasurer: Karen Ryan
Secretary: Jackie James
Beautification: Kelli Kunec
By Laws: Kurt Richter
Social Media: Dave Spotts
Welcoming: Kelly Estrada
Member at Large: Steve Wildman

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Revisit a few topics from last meeting.

VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Applied for the Lowe’s Grant on March 20. Will continue to look for more community grants to help with revamping, adding to, or improving the playscapes in North and South Parks.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

No report.

TREASURER’S REPORT

• Dues notices have been mailed out and quite a few have already been received.
• Will continue to follow up with Canton Township for clarification on the bill for “removal or replacing” of sidewalks. The bill is not due until September. We already have the funds set aside for small roads work (which we no longer need to pay for).
• For a copy of the budget, please contact treasurer@pickwickvillage.org.

BY-LAWS REPORT

No report.

BEAUTIFICATION REPORT

• Will put out HOA Dues Due signs by the end of the weekend.
• Will apply non-toxic weed killer in the playscape areas when weeds start to sprout.
• Next meeting we will pick dates for South Park and Barchester Entry Island Clean-Up.
• Start gathering quotes for the new Barchester Entry Island neighborhood sign.

WELCOMING REPORT

• 6332 Courtland – need to check sell date or address. 6158 Courtland expected to close at the end of March.

SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE REPORT

• Will email blast and post the new Transportation Safety Action Plan. Residents are encouraged to take the survey at: www.cantonmi.gov/1531

MEMBER AT LARGE REPORT

• Suggested mosquito spraying, prevention, and control in both parks (gather quotes).

NEW BUSINESS

• Potential Community Improvement Grants
• Collection of dues
• Look into stop signs with flashing red lights for Hanford Road (Township or Wayne County?). Solar Flashing LED Retrofit Kits for Stop Signs are available online ranging from $699 to $1,599.

OLD BUSINESS

• Began reviewing and budgeting for the Future Projects/Events/Ideas list.
• Spring Project: Replace the Barchester Entry Sign (beginning to rot). Will gather current quotes and review old designs. Also plan to replace the rose bushes at the ends of the entry island.
• Clean up, paint metal, or power wash the playscapes. Date and volunteers to be determined.
• Continue saving for new playscapes in both North and South Parks.
• Sign Toppers

The meeting adjourned at 7:40 PM.

Next Meeting: Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Panera Bread or North Park Pavilion (weather permitting).

Minutes prepared by the Pickwick Village HOA Board

Pickwick Village Homeowner Association

Monthly HOA Board Meeting Minutes

February 19, 2026

ATTENDANCE

(Absent members are highlighted in red)

President: Stacey Krum
Vice President: Megan Bruen
Treasurer: Karen Ryan
Secretary: Jackie James
Beautification: Kelli Kunec
By Laws: Kurt Richter
Social Media: Dave Spotts

Welcoming: Kelly Estrada
Member at Large: Steve Wildman

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Received messages regarding parking on the wrong side of the road. This has caused cars on the correct side to be hit and is making it difficult for school buses and emergency vehicles to pass through the neighborhood.

VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT

• Found potential community improvement grants through Lowe’s and Walmart. Will research further and apply for funding to help revamp, add to, or improve the playscapes in North and South Parks.

SECRETARY’S REPORT

No report.

TREASURER’S REPORT

• Dues notices have been mailed out along with the Pickwick Villager Newsletter. Approximately 50 dues payments have already been received.
• Received a bill from Canton Township for “removal or replacing” of sidewalks. Karen will contact the Township for clarification on the charges.
• The final portion of Swifty’s bill has been paid.
• For a copy of the current budget, please contact treasurer@pickwickvillage.org.

BY-LAWS REPORT

No report.

BEAUTIFICATION REPORT

No report.

WELCOMING REPORT

• Welcome packages will be delivered to two new homes: 6332 Courtland and 41959 Sutherland.

SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITE REPORT

• Will send an email blast and post on social media about parking on the wrong side of the roads.
• Will promote the new Transportation Safety Action Plan. Residents are encouraged to take the survey at: www.cantonmi.gov/1531

MEMBER AT LARGE REPORT

No report.

NEW BUSINESS

• Potential Community Improvement Grants
• Collection of dues

OLD BUSINESS

• Began reviewing and budgeting for the Future Projects/Events/Ideas list.
• Spring Project: Replace the Barchester Entry Sign (currently rotting). Will gather current quotes and review old designs. Also plan to replace the rose bushes at the ends of the entry island.
• Clean up, paint metal, or power wash the playscapes in the parks. Date and volunteers to be determined.
• Continue saving for new playscapes in both North and South Parks.

The meeting adjourned at 7:45 PM.

Next Meeting: Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Panera Bread.

Minutes prepared by the Pickwick Village HOA Board

Pickwick Village Homeowner Association Board
Monthly HOA Meeting
January 13, 2026

Attendance (absent members are in BLUE)
President: Stacey Krum
Vice President: Megan Bruen
Treasurer: Karen Ryan
Secretary: Jackie James
Beautification: Kelli Kunec
By Laws: Kurt Richter
Social Media: Dave Spotts
Welcoming: Kelly Estrada
Member at Large: Steve Wildman

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
– Tiny Libraries have been restocked with new dog biscuits, poop bags and new books.
– Will forward Mike Tykoski email from Roads Projects attention: Phillip Skrunk
– Newsletter will be completed for dues letter distribution
– Annual Holiday Lights and Decorating Contest winners…
1st PLACE = 42085 Hartford Drive
2nd PLACE = 6835 Brookshire Drive
3rd PLACE = 6242 Pickwick Drive
HONORABLE MENTIONS = 6308 Courtland, 42273 Barchester, 6657 Brookshire Drive, 6694 Brookshire Drive

VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
– No report.

SECRETARY’S REPORT:
– No report.

TREASURER’S REPORT:
– Dues will be $127.89
– For a copy of the budget, please contact treasurer@pickwickvillage.org

BY-LAWS REPORT:
– No report.

BEAUTIFICATION REPORT:
– Plow Company has been super responsive to taking care of concerns and have done a great job with plowing and salting… many compliments (even the mail person)

WELCOMING REPORT:
– 2 homes currently up for sale, will watch for sale of these homes to take over welcome package

SOCIAL MEDIA/WEBSITE REPORT:
– No report.

MEMBER AT LARGE REPORT:
– No report.

NEW BUSINESS:
– SPRING PROJECT – New Barchester Entry Sign (beginning to rot) will gather quotes and find old quotes and designs that we created a few years ago and replace rose bushes at the ends of the entry island.
– Clean up, paint metal or power wash playscapes (need to clean up)

OLD BUSINESS:
– Began to look at/discuss Future Projects/Events/Ideas list and start to budget
– Continue to save for NEW playscapes in both North and South Parks

The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

The next meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m., February 19, 2026 at Panera Bread