Meeting conducted via videoconference
Board Members Present: Peter Levy, President; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Andrew Kurland, Secretary; Malik Ashiru; Lori Littlejohn; Michael Tedesco
Also in Attendance: Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp.
Superintendent’s Report:
- In light of COVID-19, Super and Porter are regularly cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces, including doorknobs, railings, trash chute doors, recycling and garbage containers, etc. These extra efforts will be continued until the crisis subsides.
- A new electrical outlet was installed in the garage.
- Stroller hooks have been installed in the 120 Boerum Package Room. Please make sure to comply with rules regarding the stroller storage “trial” (2 at a time; labeled; folded; on hooks).
- Painting touchups were performed on Dean Street staircase.
- A boiler leak was repaired, as was a leaking radiator line in the basement of 134 Boerum.
- Reports of rodent sightings have declined as a general matter, though there are a few isolated reports at 120 Boerum. The Super will continue to be vigilant in working with our exterminator to continue to address these issues.
Financials:
- The Condo’s finances were reviewed, and everything is in good order.
- The Board approved the renewal of all insurance policies. Premiums increased by approximately 10% as a result of market conditions. According to our broker, this is a very reasonable increase when compared to increase being imposed on other condominiums.
- The Board has decided to permit Common Charge payments to be made by automatic deduction from owners’ bank accounts. Those who desire to pay Common Charges in this fashion will be responsible for the nominal fees imposed by our bank, and will have to pay a one-time set up fee to offset charges. This new method will be optional; traditional paper checks will continue to be permitted. Additional information will be circulated to all owners.
New Business:
- Once the heating season concludes we will undertake efforts to treat the boiler to address corrosion issues that have been identified.
- The Board discussed preliminary bids received for refurbishing the “hot tub” room for Board meeting purposes, and additional, less expensive bids are being sought.
- Preventative/restorative work to the roof at 120 Boerum will commence soon. The initial phase of the project will address roofs above units A, B, C, and N, as well as all “penthouse” rooms at 120 Boerum.
Other Important Reminders and Updates:
- Our Super, Val, has kindly offered his assistance to those residents who are most vulnerable during this COVID-19 crisis. Please contact him should you need assistance.
- Recently children have been observed acting in a dangerous manner on the Skytrack roof, and the police responded in at least one instance. Please ensure your children comply with all rules (including track “open” hours). Remember, these rules are to promote safety and peace and quiet for Skytrack residents. We could face significant liability issue should anyone be injured. The Board will not hesitate to impose fines on owners whose children or guests violate condominium rules.
EM Holdings (718) 625-4671 / Val Boleviq (646) 209-6979 / Patrick Knights: (347) 338-7762