We hope that you are enjoying the new electronic version of

The Highlander newsletter. 

You can also view the newsletter on this website.  If you have any articles for

an issue, please forward them to the Highlands email address at: HighlandsHomeowners@gmail.com.  This could include anniversaries, birthdays, recipes or community events.

If you have any questions, please email them to:

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The Highlander Newsletter.

You can also pick up a free copy at the clubhouse.

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RECORD OF MAINTENANCE FEES 2001 THRU 2011

Year            Fee                                Homes                                                +Revenue                                                           

2001           $252.80                      25 (Addition of the Oaks)                     $6,320.00
2002           $252.80                      14 (New Homes)                                  $3,539.20
2003           $252.80                       7 (New Homes)                                    $1,769.60
2004           $252.80                       3 (New Homes)                                    $758.40
2005           $252.80                       0                                                                              
2006           $259.65 (+$6.85)       0                                                                             
2007           $265.44 (+$6.00)       42 (New Apts.)                                      $11,148.48 
2008           $278.71 (+$13.27)      0                                                                             
2009           $283.00 (+$4.29)        0                                                                             
2010           $283.00                                                                                                     

2011           $298.00

Budgets for 2001 thru 2008 prepared by World of Homes; 2009 through 2011

by Paine Anderson. In every budget, the cost of inflation must be considered.

Just as every working person needs a raise to keep up with the cost of inflation,

we too must do the same thing. In the years that the dues were not raised, the

board was able to make up for the cash shortage because they had more

homes added and that brought in more money. In years where there were no

units added, the fees had to be raised or we would not be able to keep up with

expenses. In 2006 fees were raised because of the hurricanes. In 2007 and

2008 fees had to be raised to pay for the lawsuit filed against the city. The fee

increase in 2009 was a minimal raise of less than 2% to take care of inflation.

In 2010 the board did not raise fees at all. If you ever have any questions about

income and costs you can contact Paine Anderson or better yet, attend a

monthlymeeting.

We are always happy to hear from everybody. 

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Highlands Nature Trails 

We have approximately 2+ miles of nature trails.

Main trail heads are located at:

1)  Marni Dr.

2)  Across from the clubhouse

3&4) Two trails on Shepard Rd. near Shepard Ct. east and west side of street

5)  Sheoah Blvd. across from the tennis courts

6)  Trail behind Public Works/tennis area ending at Shepard Rd. near the school

7)  Trail picks up across Shepard Rd and joins up with the trail from Sheoh Circle

8)  Sheoah Circle

9)  Galloway Ct.

10) Next to 522 Shane Circle

11) Gretna

These trails join up or criss-cross at bridges.

There is a site map that has been marked with trails, pet stations and our

playgrounds, pools and Audubon Park. You can pick up a copy at the

Highlands Clubhouse.

There is an abundance of wildlife in the trails. Some in particular are Pileated

Woodpeckers, Flickers, Hawks, Ospreys, Mockingbirds, Red Wing Blackbirds,

Owls, Herons, Cranes, Anhingas, Ibises, Geese, Muscovey Ducks, Red Foxes,

Sparrows and of course Raccoons, Armadillos, Opossums, and the occasional

Alligator.

The trails are paved and the bridges have recently been pressure washed.

This is a great place for a relaxing walk and a family activity.

Take your camera and enjoy a day in the Highlands wildlife area!