Board Members Present: Peter Levy, Pres.; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Matthew Pilkington, Treas.; Andrew Kurland, Sec.; Hannah Berkin-Harper; Levi McConnell; Cameron Martin, Michael Tedesco, Terra Chalberg.
Also in Attendance: Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holdings
Superintendent’s Report:
- Super has moved into apartment with his family.
- Adelphi restoration has completed pointing work on I line of 120 Boerum, and also re-caulked windows to prevent leaks.
- Super did walkthrough with exterminator to ensure all areas of buildings are being properly addressed each month; holes were sealed in 15 Bergen; cellar of 18 Dean building addressed.
- FDNY performed inspection, and all minor issues addressed (hose in compactor room, chains on sprinkler valves); no violations received.
- Skytrack signage re-painted.
- Temporary bracing in basement completed to shore up certain joists near 1E.
Financials:
- The financial report was reviewed and the buildings’ finances are in good standing.
2018 insurance premiums will be paid in four installments.
Treasurer to confer with accountant about how to be prepared, financially, for large repairs and maintenance that will be necessary in the future (e.g., replacement of building roofs).
New Business:
- We still await insurance determination with respect to water damage from sprinkler pipe break. EM Holdings is regularly following up with broker and adjusters.
120 Boerum lobby renovation project is in progress and on schedule; negotiations with USPS regarding mailbox size continue.
RAND engineering provided report as to exterior condition of all buildings; Board will review and work with RAND to prioritize projects over the next number of years.
Board discussed Keane engineering report with respect to settling issues in Unit 1E; additional investigation and repair estimates will be obtained.
Soon Super will undertake “spring cleaning” projects throughout all buildings.
Important Reminders and Updates:
- Reminder that the 120 Boerum lobby is “off limits” during the renovation project. Please direct any questions to Val.
- Please ensure you have a valid email address that you check regularly set up on the Skytrack website, so you receive timely communications from the Board.