Board Members Present: Audrey Weinberger, President (through Jan. 2, 2024); Katharine Flanders Mukherji, VP; Andrew Kurland, Secretary; Matthew Pilkington, Treasurer; Peter Levy; Michael Tedesco; Rose Firestein; Terra Chalberg
Also in Attendance: Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp.
Superintendent’s Report:
- 134 Boerum painting almost complete.
- Garage work is in process, with about 30% surface prep complete, and painting started.
- Verrazano Roofing will honor warranty to address roof leaks by Units 3L and 3F.
- Chips noticed on Dean St. side facade; we will obtain quotes for repair work.
- B&D Plumbing completed camera inspection and dye testing on additional drain lines, and we now have a much better idea of the arrangement of certain lines.
- The backflow valves in Units 1C and 1M need repair/replacement.
Financials:
- The finances were reviewed, and the Condo remains in good financial standing.
- That said, we have had significant expenses related to 134 Boerum lobby renovations, completion of roof replacement, and painting and repairs in the garage. We are also planning for future large expenditures, including related to additional steps to mitigate periodic drain backups in lower level units. High inflation is also affecting costs. In light of the foregoing, a common charge increase is possible at some point in the future, although there has been no determination as to amount of any potential increase or when it might be take place.
New and Ongoing Business:
- The Board confirmed that the Condo will be responsible for regular maintenance on backflow valves. However, the valves must be made accessible by Unit Owners with valves in their Units.
- The Board authorized the Super to temporarily turn off building water for short periods in the event of extreme rain events, with the goal of preventing drain backups in lower level units. This would be a very rare occurrence.
- We are obtaining quotes for a secondary sump pump for the boiler room, to be used as a backup.
- New LED light fixtures will be installed in the garage.
Announcements:
- Compost should now be placed in the containers on Sundays, as our collection is now Monday AM.