Meeting conducted via videoconference
Board Members Present: Peter Levy, President; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Andrew Kurland, Secretary; Matthew Pilkington, Treasurer; Michael Tedesco; Rose Firestein; Hannah Berkin-Harper; Terra Chalberg; Cameron Martin
Also in Attendance: Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp.
Superintendent’s Report:
- Rodent-proofing was completed on remaining storage sheds; these efforts are working very well.
- While rodent activity on Dean St. has improved dramatically, significant issues still exist on Boerum Pl./Bergen St.; we are continuing to be vigilant with our efforts to assist this, including by removing soil, working with the exterminator, etc. 311 can be called by residents to report rodent activity in the tree pits, which are the City’s responsibility.
- A leaking heating valve caused minor damage to an apartment at 134 Boerum, and the leak was identified and resolved.
Financials:
- The Condo financials were reviewed, and all is in good order.
- Significant additional expenses coming up in connection with the completion of the lobby work.
- Insurance premiums have gone up dramatically. The Board approved the payment of the new premiums.
New and Ongoing Business:
- New refuse set out times have been established City-wide, mandating that refuse be placed out for collection later in the evening, supposedly to help reduce rodent populations. This change is very burdensome and requires significant overtime effort from Val/Patrick, and we are exploring hiring a new worker to handle this. Addressing this change will be an additional expense for us.
- A key storage box was found installed near the entrance to 134 Boerum. This is not permitted and it will be removed. Contact EM Holding or the Super if you have questions.
- The backflow valve survey is being completed by the engineering firm and we expect to have a report in the coming week.
- The lobby renovation project is proceeding well, with one lobby remaining; lighting will be replaced at 15 Bergen as what was installed is too dim; the investigation into the package shelf at 134 Boerum has been completed – shelf will be designed to account for the gas line that is present.
- A representative of the Garage Unit Owners attended a portion of the meeting to discuss with the Board a proposal to have EV Charging infrastructure installed. The Board, which has consulted with legal counsel on this issue, explained that the EV charging project would require approval by the majority of Condo owners if the Condo were to pay. At this time the Board is not in favor of using Condo funds to install EV charging equipment. The Board continues to consider this issue.
- The Board also discussed maintenance and repair projects to the Garage (e.g., to floor, lighting), which will occur.
- The Board had a preliminary discussion on Local Law 97 and the steps we are taking to engage a consultant to assist with working to comply with the law.
Announcements:
- The Skytrack Annual Meeting will take place by Zoom on Wednesday, June 14, at 8:00 PM. Three Board terms will expire this year. All Owners are encouraged to volunteer to join the Board. Please inform EM Holdings if you are interested. Elections will be held at the meeting.