Swiss Alpine Association

07/23/2024

11/29/2023

06/29/2023

Recommendations from the DNR.

Fireworks refresher: Tips for fire-safe July Fourth fun
A person holds a flickering sparkler between their hands; it illuminates a small area with its glow
As you make Independence Day plans, prepare for fun and safety, too. Care with campfires and fireworks is critical, as Michigan continues its run of unusually dry weather that puts fields and forests at risk for wildfire.

If you choose to use fireworks over the July Fourth holiday, the following tips can help avoid injuries or sparking a wildfire.

Do:

Supervise kids with fireworks and sparklers. Keep fireworks away from your face.
Use fireworks only on a flat paved or gravel surface. Spray down the area with water before you start and when you're done.
Toss used fireworks and sparklers into a bucket of water.
Keep a water source ready to spray embers from fireworks.
Don’t:

Try to reignite “dud” fireworks that don’t go off. Wait 15 minutes, then place them in a bucket of water.
Launch fireworks into forests or fields where dry grass or leaves could ignite.
Aerial fireworks such as Roman candles and bottle rockets are not allowed at Michigan state parks, harbors or trails. Smaller novelty fireworks such as fountains, sparklers and ground spinners are permitted in campgrounds.

"Fun, spark-free alternatives to fireworks include ribbon dancers, paper confetti poppers, glow-in-the-dark bubbles and glow sticks," said DNR Parks and Recreation Division Chief Ron Olson.

Sky lanterns are not allowed on DNR-managed public lands. They leave wires that can entangle wildlife and foul equipment, and they have the potential to start wildfires.

05/25/2023

Some interesting history

05/17/2023

So the ballots have been sent and just wanting everyone to know what really is going on here. In the past 4 years the drain field has been redone in the Campground. The electric has been completed so we now have 2 50 amp sites. We have purchased a GMC Denaili 1/2 ton pick up truck. And a Kubota tractor..... Over 55K without using any of our reserve funds. A dues increase has been attempted on 3 different occasions and failed.. The trash fees were increased for the households within the sub. Every possible increase they can do. And now they are asking for a special assessment to buy a 50K grader truck... When is this board gonna live within there means and not have to have new. Maintenance needs to be done on these vehicles instead of buying new.... or new to you. We operate on a tight budget, we always have and nothing is gonna change that. You can't expect that 85 homes within the sub is gonna fund a million dollar association. VOTE NO on the special assessment.

08/14/2022

From Becca Langworthy,
Hello we are missing a green sit in fishing kayak after the storms this week. Hoping it's washed up somewhere. Please call if has seen it. (231)388-4153
Thank you

07/06/2022

All Members: Please be sure to return your ballot with your vote on the dues increase. Quorum is being reduced to 50% with still needing 2/3 vote yes for the increase be effective. Make your vote count.

06/15/2022

Anyone interested in running for the rules committee please send a Bio to the board members

06/14/2022

Looking for a new administrator on the Swiss Alpine Up North site, Anyone with interest should contact Lynn Daldo's the new President

06/09/2022

4 open seats on the board now.... President is no long a property owner and can't be on the board........

06/02/2022

Vote no on the DUES INCREASE.
SUPPORT Jesse, Josh and Phil for board members. They all 3 are business oriented and know how to talk to people. They are not attacking with their words. They are doers, they make repairs instead of buying new every time something goes wrong.
We need board members with good level heads that will make good decision with the money we have to run the association.
Also, we need all members to vote, your vote does matter. I know your name is on the envelope mailed from the sub but that is only for determination if your dues are paid and in good standing with this board.
Know if you mail a check They say it has to clear the bank prior to the meeting or your vote don't count. Let's step up and let the board know we do care about the association and we are ready to partake in this election.
Anyone interested in being manager or secretary for the sub. Yearly new hires. Sounds like these positions are up for grabs. The people that hold these jobs are ready to move on.
It does require time and effort to do these jobs and you must have people skills to do them. Pay is limited. If you love the association it doesn't matter what the pay is. We did it for free back in the day to figure things out when the secretary resigned due to health issues.
Make your VOTE count, send it in now.

05/27/2022

This is a sample of what previous boards would pass out to the members at the board meetings and put in the news letters. We were kept informed. If it needed to be changed we would know at the next board meeting

05/27/2022

Posted tonight on the Up North site.... I would like to point out the board does inform members about meetings 2 ways, FB and yes on the board at the entrance. We are not going to do mailings every month to all members as this is to costly . And FYI the previous board never informed members in any way of meetings or the minutes. It has been said several times, call a board member with any questions or concerns. Or come to a meeting of which no one has since we opened meetings back up last year. As far as the rules committee, there has not been anything the board needed recommendation's for, which is what the rules committee is for. If the rules committee is concerned than they should have been attending the meeting's of which they have not. And there has been 3 rules committee and 3 architectural committee members. So the information given on the other FB page is incorrect again. And another incorrect statement is no one has been blocked on FB Up North. So if you have any questions regarding the select few who post on the other FB with incorrect info call a board member to clear up any concerns you have. Yes somethings do not get approved as this is a drama free page and the things that don't get approved are questions that should be directed to a board member period, not to stir up drama. It is as simple as that. Drama is for children. We are all adults and should be enjoying life, not causing problems with disinformation.

05/24/2022

We have some scrap we are going to get rid of. If we donate it to the association, where does the money go we get for it?

05/24/2022

We are in need of a riding mower. I know the association had the old one. Is it for sale? If so how much? Ours is no good. Also, is the leaf blower for sale? I'm wondering if the association had any for sale.

05/23/2022

Each year the board has to hire a manager and secretary please make sure to submit your resume if you are interested in these positions
These are paid positions the board can let you know how much you will get paid.

05/23/2022

Another point to make is that paying by check has to be sent in 2 weeks prior.
So it can clear.
It is NOT LEGAL to open ballots prior to the annual meeting so thus us how they are bending the rules and winning counts because even though some dues were paid by check sent with the ballot . That person is not in good standings because the check hasn't been cleared at the bank

05/23/2022

It's election time again...... Time to complete those ballots that have been mailed to all members..... Just a little input on who to vote for our board this year....... We need bodies on our board that are able to assist with any obstacle that comes in their path.....
Young ablebodies to help care for our grounds.
Members that are capable of repairs instead of replacement.
Members that have the whole of the association in their best interest.
The dues increase , VOTE NO on the dues increase. When the board makes good choices on spending the association money then we can support the increase. ,
Spending 2800.00 on removal of lilly pads on Round lake our lake is healthy and there was no reason to remove them.
Another poor choice of funds.
These are the things we are aware of, there is little transparency with this board.
Support Josh, Jesse and Phil for this years election. We need a change, young business men to run our Association. Fresh minds for a great future of Swiss Alpine Association..

05/19/2022

Does anyone know if we still have a architectural committee? If so who's on it? If not who do we go to when we want to do some work? Who do we get the forms from

05/17/2022

I am going to express a concern.
When a message is posted on the A-frame as a reminder I'm okay with it. But when it's used as one of the main sources to announce something, I can not see it from down state. Shouldn't ALL the members be informed?

If posted on the Up North site and member's are blocked also is a concern

04/02/2022

Posted on the A-Frame:
Board Meeting April 9 @ 9am.
Anyone interested in running for the board needs to have bio's in by April 30. There are 3 open board position and 2 for the rules committee.

You can also apply for the Manager's position please submit a resume
Please also submit a resume for the secretary position

12/06/2021

Thank you for the prayers. Dale is home he is on some new meds and has to have blood work more frequently.