Author: Skytrack

Update on lobby construction: 120 Boerum Pl.

Hello Skytrack residents. Thank you for your ongoing patience with the lobby renovation. Hopefully the transition to using the temporary back lobby has not been too bumpy.

There was one big surprise during demolition: The mailbox wall turned out to be 16″ thick brick and so we have a revised plan for that area so avoid additional costs of hiring a structural engineer to design supports for new larger mailboxes. Due to this change, mail recycling will move to the storage closet outside of 1O instead of recessed in the same wall as the mailboxes and there will be a package shelf under the mailboxes to offset the loss of the second cut-out.  See image of new plans.
The package room will be expanded to nearly 2x it’s original size with the demolition of the “mirror maze” in the front lobby
The plywood floor under the old floor tile was not in great shape so it is being reinforced before the new tile is attached.
Also, as I think you all know we are putting on hold new doors and a new awning, they brought the project over budget. We hope to address doors and awnings at all Skytrack buildings at a later date.
We anticipate the renovation to last until mid-July. Please alert Val or Kathleen if there are issues that we can address.
Hannah Berkin-Harper
Design Committee

Warning: High Winds, Secure Items on Outdoor Spaces

Notification issued 3/1/18 at 3:40 PM.

The National Weather Service has issued the following:
What: High Wind Warning
Where: NYC
When: from 11:00 AM Friday, 3/2 to 6:00 AM Saturday, 3/3
Hazards: Sustained winds of 25-40 mph & gusts up to 60 mph. Winds at these speeds can turn unsecured objects into projectiles & cause power outages.
Preparedness Actions:
Before an Outage
– Charge cell phones
– Gather supplies
– Turn refrigerator & freezers to a colder setting
During an Outage
– Stay clear of downed power lines
– Turn off all appliances
– Keep refrigerator & freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage
– Do not use generators indoors
– If you have a disability or access needs, or use Life Sustaining Equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911.

For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

Lobby Renovation in 120 Boerum Pl. to start on Mon. 3/5/18

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Lobby renovation is set to begin MARCH 5. The lobby will be largely closed to foot traffic for 4 months. Lobby work will be from 8am-6pm Monday- Friday. We anticipate certain phases being noisy (especially demolition) and we appreciate everyone’s patience during this process. Here’s what we are anticipating:

 

–          All mail, packages, and deliveries will come through the Dean Street door. This means that people will need to be called for deliveries and will need to come to the Dean Street door to let deliveries and guests in. We know this will be inconvenient. We are looking in to other solutions. Please let us know if you have suggestions.

 

–          A frame will be build for the old mailboxes and will be placed in the Dean Street lobby. You can collect your mail there.

 

–          Packages will be stored in the closet at the Dean Street entrance. The closet has limited space so please collect packages as soon as you can.

 

–          Signs will be placed on the Boerum Place entrance to let deliveries and guests know that they need to go around the corner.

 

–          The only residents allowed to use the Boerum Place door are Val and his family, and the residents of 1-O (as they have the door in the lobby). Please cooperate with this restriction as each time people enter the main door it will hold up the contractors.

 

–          We are happy to take suggestions to make this process run more smoothly, and there may be changes to the procedure as we go.

120 Boerum Place Lobby Renovation

The 120 Boerum Place renovation is expected to begin March first and to last four months. Every effort to minimize inconvenience will be made, but there will be issues with access and deliveries. Alternative solutions will be provided. When a more specific and detailed schedule is drawn up, the residents will be informed and updated. The Board thanks you in advance for your patience. We are optimistic that the final results will have been well worth the temporary inconveniences.

Heating Status

The boiler company has confirmed that the boiler is working well and has recommended a consultation with a plumber. We have scheduled a visit for today. The likely explanation for the feeble heat is that there is air in the system which needs to be removed and replaced with additional water.