Meeting conducted via videoconference
Board Members Present: Peter Levy, President; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Andrew Kurland, Sec.; Matthew Pilkington, Treas.; Michael Tedesco; Hannah Berkin-Harper; Terra Chalberg; Cameron Martin
Also in Attendance: Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp.
Superintendent’s Report:
- The recent heavy rains did not result in any of the flooding we experienced with Hurricane Ida; there were no backups reported, fortunately. Certain units experienced (comparatively, though still regrettable) minor leaks, which are being addressed.
- In addition to short term actions taken this summer to address the flooding, we have identified two engineers for the longer term mitigation, and are seeking a third to bid on a study/survey of the buildings and property and offer a proposal on what measures might be taken to address flooding during heavy rains. One of the engineers walked through the buildings already in order to help draw up a bid for such a survey/recommendations.
- A contractor inspected walls in courtyards for potential issues.
- The exterminator is working diligently to address rodent concerns and progress has been noted.
- The E-Waste collection was very successful. Additional collection days will be announced in the future.
- Now that renovations in various units have been completed, paint touch-ups in Common Areas will be addressed, including in Dean Street lobby.
- The next phase of the roof repair/replacement is being scheduled though the contractor is very backed up.
Financials:
- The financials were reviewed and all is in good order.
- The Board discussed working with our accountant to eliminate or reduce any potential tax liability for 2021.
New and Ongoing Business:
- NYC compost collection, which was suspended in light of the pandemic, is expected to start again soon, though has not yet re-started for our buildings. Additional updates will be provided as we learn more.
- The Common Area renovation projects to 122 Boerum, 134 Boerum, and 15 Bergen are progressing; residents in these buildings have selected materials and bids are being obtained from contractors to accomplish the work; however, contractors are very busy and it has been difficult to obtain bids. To the extent any residents have recommendations for contractors who might want to bid on the project please contact EM Holdings or the Board.
- The Committee that was established to investigate adding electric vehicle charging in the garage is continuing its work.
Reminders:
- Please do not put any “wipes” down drains! These cause serious problems to building plumbing, and have caused sewer backups.