​Staman Acres Civic Association (SACA)
SACA Spring Meeting Minutes
April 23, 2025 

SACA Spring meeting held at the City of Farmington Hills Hawk called to order by Kurt Vaaler at 7:03 PM EST.  http://www.staman-acres.org/
 
Welcome, New Residents, Passing On 

• New Residents:  No new residents at the time of this meeting.
• Deaths: Longtime resident Stan Wilkins has passed away. 
• Kathie Brown is the longest standing resident of Staman Acres.

 
Treasurer Report 

• The balance sheet and proposed budget were presented and approved.  Motion carried.
• SACA Dues:  74 paid / 43 unpaid (2024-2025)
• 2025/2026 dues statements were sent out to residents April 1, 2025; including arrears (past years not paid), and penalties. 
  • SACA yearly dues are due on May 31, 2025.  If no dues are paid by August 31, a $25.00 late fee will be assessed.  

 
Secretary Report

•   The previous meeting minutes were read by attendees and the minutes were approved.

 

• Fiber Project Update - Fiber Internet Installation 
  • https://www.fhgov.com/fibercity/
  • Fiber City - Phone Number - 1-888-766-9475 (call with any concerns or questions)
  • No updates since the last fall 2025 meeting.

 

• Orchard Lake Entrance - clean up and boundary
  • Continue negotiations with homeowner to possibly sell the berm property and deed to Staman Acres Civic Association. After which, beautification can commence.
  • Submit & get permit for water sprinkler system, removing rock & stone and back fill with dirt.  Edging. Block or steel edging, 4 feet of grass before landscaping. 
    • Received a quote for removing stones. Dirt fill and metal edging.
  • Still need to confirm if we connect to city water to add water to the berm side.
  • Survey needed for legal property description. 
  • Go to Oakland County Road Commission to submit plans / layout / CAD drawing. 
  • Permit from the Farmington Hills City for drilling under Rocky Crest to connect our sprinkler system.
  • Water & Irrigation Installation Request and possible quotes for a new water meter.
  • Landscaping Design, Planting & Maintenance.
  • If anyone would like to would like to join the Beautification Committee, please reach out to one of the officers.

 

• Solar Energy Policy Statement - Solar is allowed in subdivision.  Staman Acres Civic Associations does not have any strictions. Notice was mailed to residents in February 2025 & is on the website.

 

• SACA Entry Signs:  Powers Road entrance sign is faded & rusty.  Orchard Lake entrance sign is faded.
  • A service company was called and they are still to call back with date & price of service.

 

• Yard Sale:  July 25 & 26.  Flyer will be sent out. If interested email/call Secretary if you would like to participate at: [email protected].  It is ok to do the days and hours you are available to do.

 

• Picnic:  Tentative September 6.  Details to follow.

 

• Box Tree / Boxwood Moth (Cydalima Perspectalis) *Detected in Michigan*
  • Do NOT dispose of in the brown paper yard waste bags, which will be recycled, as the moth can be spread to other areas.  o   To prevent the spread of the infestation, dead boxwoods must be disposed of in large plastic garbage bags or contractor bags and disposed of in the waste/garbage pick-up.o   Important: Please refer to the following links for information on the invasive species infestation:
  • https://www.michigan.gov/invasives/id-report/insects/box-tree-moth
  • https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/about/media/pressreleases/2023/12/11/mdard-expands-box-tree-moth-quarantine-to-combat-the-spread-of-invasive-pest
  • https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/mdard-establishes-box-tree-moth-quarantine-in-four-southeast-michigan-counties

 

• Deer Population - The deer come from Heritage Park every night to make their rounds in nearby areas.  
  • On Monday April 28 there was a city council meeting to discuss culling the deer population.
    • As approved,  coordinated efforts with the US Department of Agriculture will begin in 2026.  Please refer to the following link for information: https://www.fhgov.com/government-business/news-information/latest-news/deer-overpopulation-working-to-address-a-regional-issue-in-farmington-hills/ 
• Do NOT feed animals.  Putting food out for wild animals, such as birds, deer, squirrels, racoons, etc. is encouraging the wild animal & deer to come around our homes. This can result in a fine by the city. 
• There is an increase in tick population.  More deer equals more ticks around the area. 

 

• Election of Officers: 
  • Kathie Brown has been the SACA treasurer for 20 years.  If anyone would like to become the new treasurer for the Staman Acres Civic Association, please contact current treasurer,  Kathie Brown at: [email protected]
  • Incumbents for President, Kurt Vaalor / Secretary, Maria Guido / Treasurer, Kathie Brown have been voted in to continue their service.
  • Chris Chasse is the new Vice-President.  Contact at: [email protected]
    • Congratulations to the team!
  • Architectural Committee lead is Jim Moody.  Contact at: [email protected]
  • Welcome & Committee lead is Marci Silver.  Contact at: [email protected]
  • Beautification Committee lead position is open. If you are interested, please contact the President, Kurt Vaalor at: [email protected]

 
Open Discussion:

• Blight Signs or properties not being maintained/look abandoned - Contact the City of Farmington Hills.  
• Please pick up after your dog when on a walk.

 
Comment from President: Thanks to all who attended the meeting & for being good neighbors.  Respect your neighbors, talk to each other, and help out if you can. If anything comes up or you have questions, please reach out to your officers. Staman Acres is a great place to live.