Recent News & Upcoming Events
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Melissa Kendziorski2026-09-17 14:29:422026-09-24 14:43:33Fall Trail Hike & Cookout at Hoeft State ParkMessage from the Board of Directors President (September 2026)
As early autumn crispness begins to settle over Northern Michigan, our community remains active and vibrant. September is traditionally a month of transition across PIHA as we finalize summer facility projects, prepare our amenities for the upcoming cooler months, and advance strategic infrastructure initiatives. I would like to take this opportunity to update you on our major association’s developments over the past month.
Pool Replacement & Exercise Facility Project Update
We have achieved a long-awaited milestone for our new pool building and expanded fitness center! Following an extensive bid and evaluation process, the Board of Directors officially accepted the low bids submitted by Devere Industrial and Midwest Pools.
With the primary contractors selected, our focus immediately shifts to the next critical steps:
- Contract Formalization: Finalizing and executing the formal construction agreements with Devere and Midwest Pools.
- Project Financing: Securing the formal financing package to fund the remaining capital construction requirements.
We are thrilled to move this cornerstone community asset into its execution phase while remaining committed to fiscal discipline and transparent management.
Infrastructure, Operations & Technology
- Clubhouse Improvements: The new gutters and downspouts have been installed. A final punch list—primarily awaiting Anderson window replacements—was submitted to MVP for review prior to processing final contract closeout. Meanwhile, PIE&G is scheduling the installation of the 3-phase electrical upgrade, which will run concurrently with the HVAC equipment installation for the new pool HVAC equipment.
- North Bay Beach House: Lewis & Lewis Surveying completed and staked the boundary survey along our north property line in August. The preliminary survey indicates an impact to our existing parking lot area. We are awaiting the final official survey plan to evaluate parking lot adjustments. The Clubhouse, Beach, and Pool Committee have been asked to provide the Board with recommendations on how to address the parking area.
- IT & Systems Modernization: Our software modernization program is officially underway! Initial property and owner records were submitted on September 14th to begin building our new HOALife management platform. Additionally, our accounting consultant is actively reviewing accounts to facilitate our migration from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online. Weekly implementation meetings are scheduled, and online staff training has begun as we target full system go-live by December 31, 2026.
- Staffing & Operations: We warmly welcome Amelia Elizondo, who was recently hired as a part-time clubhouse attendant and is currently completing staff training.
Financial & Assessment Collections Summary
Our collection rates for both annual member dues and the Pool Special Assessment remain strong and stable through the end of August:
- 2026–2027 Member Dues: 83.8% collected ($706,626 of $843,622 billed).
- Pool Special Assessment: 78.7% collected ($1,296,077 of $1,646,720 billed).
- Prior Year Past-Due Dues: We have collected $46,719 (9.9%) of prior-year past-due balances through active follow-up, invoicing, and court actions.
Our accounts receivable staff continues to follow up on outstanding balances, including filing follow-up subpoenas on court judgments where payments have not yet been received. Please note that local courts now require notarized physical signatures on documents previously submitted via email. Thank you to all members who pay their assessments on time!
Natural Resources & Trails
Our Natural Resources Committee are walking ALL of our physical trail network this month to update the trail maps, re-number trail sections, update directional signage, and establish color-coded trail markers. Planning work continues on community additions along Trail #2, including the “Sky Phone” quiet reflection space and the “Inspiration Trail” that is planned to feature hand-painted rocks created by members.
Calendar of Events (Next 45 Days)
Here are the scheduled community activities and key operational dates for the upcoming 45 days (late September through early November):
Upcoming Scheduled Activities:
- September 23, 2026: Trivia Night at the Clubhouse (7:00 PM)
- October 7, 2026: Flu Shot Clinic at the Clubhouse
- October 9, 2026: Pumpkin Carving at the Camper’s Pavilion to support the Pumpkin Stroll – Bring your own pumpkin and carving tools (7:00 PM)
- October 11, 2026: Bingo at the Clubhouse (2:30-4:30 PM)
- October 17, 2026: Campers Village Seasonal Rate Lottery (Official notices posted on the website and Facebook)
- October 20, 2026: Blood Drive at the Clubhouse (10:00-2:30 PM)
- October 20, 2026: PIHA Board of Directors Meeting at the Clubhouse (6:00 PM)
- October 31, 2026: Trunk or Treat in the Clubhouse Parking Lot (6:00-7:00 PM)
- October 31, 2026: End of 2026 Camping Season (All RVs, accessory structures, and personal items must be removed from seasonal sites by this date)
Thank you to our volunteers, staff, and members for your dedication to keeping Presque Isle Harbor Association a wonderful place to live. I look forward to seeing everyone around the Clubhouse and along the trails as the fall foliage peaks!
If you are interested in shaping the future of our community, we are always seeking dedicated volunteers to serve on various PIHA committees. Please reach out to any Board member or Committee Chair via the contact information on the PIHA website.
Please continue to monitor the main Clubhouse bulletin boards and presqueisleharbor.org for real-time announcements and event schedules.
Best regards,
Michael Grochola
President, PIHA Board of Directors
Official Information Regarding PIHA Campers Village 2027 Camping Season
At the end of the 2026 Camping Season (October 31st, 2026) all RV’s, accessory structures, and all other personal items are required to be removed from all Seasonal sites.
PLEASE NOTE: PIHA will not be providing a contractor or staff to move RV’s in or out of storage. Campers are responsible for making arrangements for moving their units into and out of storage.
All units placed in storage must be registered with the campground office, tagged, and storage costs paid in advance of moving the units into the storage area. The storage lot gate access will be locked for the oA-season on December 1st.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW 2027 CAMPGROUND RATES
This year’s lottery to allocate 2027 Seasonal Rate Sites will be held on October 17th at 1:00PM.
If you want to be part of the lottery for a Seasonal Rate for the 2027 Camping Season, please contact the Campground Office.
You will need to provide the size of your RV, and designate sewer or non-sewer site preference and a contact phone number and e-mail.
A zoom meeting invite will be emailed to all Participants allowing you to view the lottery process.
After the list is established, we will make contact to assign site numbers prior to October 31st. Every effort will be made to accommodate site preferences, however sites are assigned according to the lottery selection position.
A 50% deposit is required at the time your site is assigned, the remaining 50% of the seasonal site fee must be paid prior to May 1, 2027.
We thank you for your patience and cooperation!
Wheeled Motorized Vehicles Not Permitted on PIHA Trails
Please review this information and be reminded that wheeled motorized vehicles are not permitted on PIHA trails.
Official Info Regarding the PIHA 2026 Annual and Special Assessments
Annual Assessment Info:
- The Annual Assessment for Membership Dues is due on April 1st every year
- The Annual Assessment payment is the personal responsibility of the Owner of record on April 1, 2026.
- The Annual Assessment amount for cash payment is $313.00 for a Primary Lot and $157.00 each for any contiguous lots up to 4.
- Any additional lots or group of lots are not eligible for discounts.
- Any past due balance for Annual Assessments owed beginning on May 1, 2026, will incur 2% interest added monthly until paid in full.
Special Assessment Info:
- The Special Assessment for the Pool and Exercise Facility Construction is a one-time assessment due on July 1, 2026.
- The Special Assessment payment is the personal responsibility of the owner of record on February 21, 2026, the date of Membership approval.
- The Special Assessment amount for cash payment is $640.00 for a Primary lot, and $320.00 each for any additional lot(s) owned.
- The contiguous lot restriction does not apply to the Special Assessment.
- Any past due balance for Special Assessments owed beginning on August 1, 2026, will incur 2% interest added monthly until paid in full.
Selling or Purchasing property and who is responsible for Assessment payments:
Property transactions recorded in Presque Isle County for sales closed on or prior to February 21, 2026:
- Both the Annual and Special Assessment payments are the personal responsibility of the Purchaser.
Property transactions recorded In Presque Isle County for sales closed after February 21, 2026:
- The Special Assessment payment is the personal responsibility of the Seller.
- The Annual Assessment payment is the personal responsibility of the Purchaser if sale is closed on or prior to April 1, 2026.
- The Annual Assessment payment is the personal responsibility of the Seller if sale is closed after April 1, 2026.
If during the negotiation of a sale of property an agreement is made between the seller and purchaser regarding payment of assessments a notarized document outlining the terms must be presented before any changes in assessment amounts owed by the responsible parties are recognized by the PIHA.
Annual Dues/Pool Assessment Payment Grace Period
Dear PIHA Members,
Mailing of invoices was delayed this year to allow the annual dues and the pool special assessments to be included on a single invoice.
To accommodate our members, a 30-day grace period has been approved, and the pool assessment due date has been delayed an extra month to give members time to plan for the additional payment. Please see the important message below for more details and payment options.
An important message regarding 2026 Assessments:
Annual Dues Assessment payment is due April 1, 2026.
Pool Special Assessment payment is due July 1, 2026.
30 Day grace period Assessments not paid in full by the due date will be charged 2% interest beginning on the first day of the following month
and each subsequent month on any amount remaining past due. Late fees have been discontinued.
Please verify that your contact information is accurate and provide a current cell phone number and e-mail prior to returning your payment.
If you are currently receiving your invoice by U.S. mail and would like it sent by text or e-mail, please notify the Clubhouse at MemberServices@presqueisleharbor.org.
In 2025 PIHA instituted dual pricing for all payments and purchases.
Payments received by Cash, Check, or ACH are Cash Price Transactions.
Payments received by Bank Cards are Card Price Transactions.
CASH VS. CARD PRICING:
PRIMARY LOT Annual Dues Assessment – Cash Price: $313.00/Card Price: $322.39
SECONDARY LOT Annual Dues Assessment – Cash Price: $157.00/Card Price: $161.71
PRIMARY LOT Pool Special Assessment – Cash Price: $640.00/Card Price: $659.20
SECONDARY LOT Pool Special Assessment – Cash Price: $320.00/Card Price: $329.60
Convenient electronic payments:
As an alternative to mailing your check for payment we encourage you to submit your payment electronically by e-mail or cell phone.
You may request an e-invoice by calling the Clubhouse at (989)595-2411, or by e-mailing Epayments@presqueisleharbor.org.
You will have the option to pay by both ACH (at cash price), or by Card.
You will be sent a text or link and payment is only processed after you select the payment method, provide all required information, and authorize electronically.
Thank You for being a part of our community!
Owners Forms Downloadable on Website
Information on PIHA by-laws and policies tab is now available in a downloadable form under the “Owners” tab of the PIHA website
Upcoming Committee Meetings
To view any upcoming PIHA committee meetings, please follow the tab located at the top of the website called “News and Events – Calendar of Events” (or click here) to view any scheduled committee meetings.
