Board Members Present: Peter Levy, Pres.; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Matthew Pilkington, Treas.; Andrew Kurland, Sec.; Hannah Berkin-Harper; Terra Chalberg; Levi McConnell; Cameron Martin.
Also in Attendance: Jose Perez, Superintendent; Valdet Boleviq, incoming Superintendent
Superintendent’s Report:
- Multiple meetings with Insurance Adjusters have taken place over the last few weeks in connection with our insurance claims for damage to the buildings and units caused by the broken sprinkler pipe. Once insurance issues are settled, damaged floor tiles, subfloor, and drywall will be replaced in 120 Boerum 1st floor and basement hallways, basement hall will be painted, damaged light fixtures will be replaced, and staircase walls will be repaired/painted.
- Roof drain pipe leak and minor water damage to two units repaired at 134 Boerum Pl.
- Faulty temperature sensor in heating system identified and replaced; heat issues resolved.
- Super and porter spent hours removing a carpet stuck in the trash chute at 120 Boerum. DO NOT THROW SUCH LARGE ITEMS IN CHUTE. Board is investigating this issue further. Bulk items should be disposed of properly; contact super with questions.
Financials:
- Financial report reviewed after meeting; all finances are in good standing.
New Business:
- From a great pool of candidates, the Board has selected a new Superintendent, Valdet Boleviq. He officially starts on February 1, 2018. Renovations will take place in Super’s apartment before he and his family move in.
- Exterior of demi-lune window frame at 122 Boerum Pl. will be repaired.
- 120 Boerum lobby committee dealing with mandatory USPS approval of mailboxes, issue must be resolved before renovation can commence.
- Keane engineering firm will investigate subfloor issues in 1E and Super’s apartment.
- Pointing work has not commenced on west wall of building (by 16 Dean) due to weather, but will take place in early spring.
Important Reminders and Updates:
- Please join the Board at Cody’s (154 Court Street) on Tuesday 1/30 from 6 to 8 pm as we thank Jose and congratulate him on his retirement.
- Make sure to follow all rules re trash disposal. We received a fine at 134 Boerum Pl. for improper disposal of garbage, and, as stated above, bulk items cannot be placed in chute. Styrofoam should be broken up and placed in bags.