Board Members Present: Peter Levy, President; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Matthew Pilkington, Treas.; Andrew Kurland, Sec., Hannah Berkin-Harper, Terra Chalberg, Levi McConnell Michael Tedesco.
Also in Attendance: Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holdings; Mark Levitch, Accountant
Initial Matters:
- A quorum was present: 70.25% of Condo ownership represented by person or by proxy.
- The proof of the notice of the Annual Meeting was presented.
- The reading of last year’s meeting minutes was waived.
Financials:
- Accountant Mark Levitch presented the building financial statement.
- The building finances are in good order, but a reasonable common charge increase is likely in near term to account for upcoming maintenance projects.
Management/Board Report:
- Kathleen Malara introduced herself and summarized significant events of past year, including: new super, renovations to super apartment, sprinkler pipe break and repairs, lobby renovation, brick repointing.
- Additional items this year included: Dean St. entrance refurbishment, replaced tree guards, RAND engineering report, José’s retirement package, interviewing Super candidates, FDNY violation re propane tanks, Façade work of 122 Boerum, building-wide smoking ban, refurbishment and repainting of roof track and all exterior metalwork.
- Matthew Pilkington was acknowledged for his upkeep of plantings surrounding the buildings.
- The Board is again working with our attorney to challenge property tax assessments.
- The 120 Boerum lobby renovation project is on schedule and almost complete. The Board and design committee will work with other buildings for similar improvements.
Superintendent’s Report:
- Val introduced himself as the new Super, and explained his goal is to work to improve all of the buildings at Skytrack.
- Already completed significant clean-ups and reorganization in building basements, has touched up paint, and continues to identify and implement new projects in all buildings.
Board Elections:
- Due to resignations/early departures, 5 of 9 Board seats up for election this year (3 each year is preferable and called for in the Bylaws). To recalibrate, the two candidates with the most votes this year will be elected to serve 3-year terms, and the remaining 3 serve 2-year terms.
- 7 candidates ran: current members Peter Levy, Michael Tedesco, Andrew Kurland, Matthew Pilkington & Terra Chalberg, and potential new members Lori Littlejohn & Malik Ashiru.
- Voting took place, and Mark Levitch and Kathleen Malara counted ballots during the meeting.
- Matthew Pilkington and Andrew Kurland were elected to 3-year terms, and Terra Chalberg, Peter Levy, and Lori Littlejohn were elected to 2-year terms.
- We thank outgoing Board member Michael Tedesco for his years of service on the Board.
New Business:
- The report prepared by RAND engineering for future exterior and structural maintenance was described. Projects will be prioritized in order of importance (safety concerns to be addressed first). The first projects will be refurbishment/repainting of the 134 Boerum fire escape and inspection and repair of masonry at 15 Bergen.
- Residents of 134 Boerum expressed frustration at perceived lack of attention from Management and the Board. The Board stressed that communication is crucial, and made clear that problems can only be addressed if they are known about. It was agreed that part of the issue was likely the prior Superintendent.
- Residents of 134 Boerum expressed concern with old drain lines in walls. They were advised to set a time to discuss with the Super, as an initial matter, so this can be investigated further.
- An owner requested parabolic mirrors be installed by garage for pedestrian safety.
- An owner at 15 Bergen reported water ingress in brick wall during rains. This will be investigated and addressed.
- The garage door was reported as noisy, and will be inspected and addressed.
- The Skytrack website will be upgraded so it is more functional and easier to use.
Important Reminders:
- Please ensure you have a valid email address that you check regularly set up on the Skytrack website, so you receive timely communications from Management and the Board, and can communicate with Management and the Board most efficiently.