Attending: Steve Bruner, Steve Dembitzer, David Crofton, Peter Levy, Katharine Mukherji, Cynthia Steele, Peter Burgess, and Jose Perez (for the discussion of maintenance issues)
We welcomed new Board member, David Crofton, who is replacing outgoing Board member, Mike Hansen.
Maintenance
Jose gave an update on maintenance issues.
Roof repairs at 120 Boerum were located and fixed. Several decks and the running “track” are being repaired to address issues with leaks.
New energy-efficient, low level bulbs are being sourced, by Cynthia Steele, for 134 Boerum Place to replace those that burned out.
Alberto (aka Ricardo), the weekend porter, resigned. He is being replaced by Jonathan Medina.
Finances
The finances were reviewed and found to be in good order. The ongoing exception is the accrued common charges owed by 3C. [Note: Skytrack has a lien against this property].
The 2008 budget developed by Treasurer, Steve Bruner, streamlines budget lines and increased budget lines to adjust for cost increases, based on our experience with actual expenditures over the past several years.
Refurbishments
Shoebox Interiors presented recommendations to replace the carpet in 120 (second and third floors) as well as to make necessary improvements to the entry and stairway in the Dean Street entrance-which are the highest priority items for upgrading based on safety and need. The idea is to have a durable, coordinated look, including repainted walls, that is within our budget parameters. Jane Rosenbaum of Shoebox Interiors is getting estimates on costs for labor as well as materials. At the next meeting, she will present lighting alternatives.
The Board approved fast-tracking the improvements needed in the Dean Street entrance, to be followed by re-carpeting/repainting the 2nd and 3rd floor corridors of 120. We expect these projects to be completed this spring.
Shoebox Interiors will present solutions for upgrading other elements (e.g. 15 Bergen lobby, door numbers, 120 lobby etc.) for consideration after the priority items are accomplished. We will make decisions about which and when to authorize based on funding. Our intention is to have all three buildings look pleasing inside and out.
The next Board meeting is scheduled for February 26, 2008.