The broken pipe in the sprinkler system at 120 Boerum Pl. has been fixed, the system has been turned back on, and it is no longer leaking. However, residual water in the stairs, walls, and hallways likely will continue to drip. A professional cleaning/drying crew will be on site this evening. We will keep everyone posted with additional information as we have it. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Category: Announcements
Update: Broken Sprinkler Pipe On Roof (Boerum Place Stairwell)
The flood source is a break in the sprinkler system piping, where the test valve is, on the roof. The sprinkler system has to be turned off. Repair service is on the way. Residents in lines A, B, C, N, and M, in 120 Boerum Place, may have been affected.
Domestic water has been turned back on.
Emergency water turn-off
Due to an as yet undiscovered water leak source, the Condo.’s water has been shut off. There is heavy flooding in 120 Boerum Place.
Sad News
It is the Board’s sad duty to inform the Skytrack community of the passing on December 26th of long-time managing agent and friend of Skytrack, Elia Malara. Our condolences are extended to his widow, Kathleen, and to the rest of his family and friends.
Heating System Repair
As most of you realize, the heating system is not operating at it’s maximum capacity. Our boiler maintenance company has checked it out and found that a critical part must be replaced. Unfortunately, that part will not be available until Tuesday. Until then, we will have to limp along in the present capacity. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Water Shut-Off, Fri. Oct. 17, 10AM to 1PM
In order to make repairs to Unit 1F, the water will be shut off from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Friday, October 17.
Sorry for the inconvenience.
Reminder re Propane Tank Removal
Final reminder — 20 Lb. propane tanks must be removed from the premises by tomorrow, Nov. 10. Any fines assessed by the city after this time will be borne by responsible Unit owners only. More information in post linked below. Thank you for your cooperation!
Superintendent Survey
As many of you know, our longtime Super José Perez is retiring in February. We would love your guidance and input as we begin the search for his replacement. Accordingly, please fill out the survey available at the following link. Thank you!
Link: Super Survey
https://nyu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9F5zqrMvPmFwOIl
Notice Re Propane Tank Removal
REMINDER — all 20 lb. propane tanks must be permanently removed from the property by this Friday, November 10, 2017.
During a recent inspection, the NYC Fire Department has found Skytrack to be in violation of a provision of the New York City Fire Code as a result of the presence of propane tanks on the property. Specifically, Section 3805.3 of the Fire Code prohibits the storage or use of propane tanks larger than 16.4 ounces on decks, terraces, patios or inside the premises. This means that any “standard size” grill tanks (which are 20 lb. tanks) are prohibited. Accordingly, all 20 lb. propane tanks must be permanently removed from the property by Friday, November 10, 2017.
The Super will do a visual inspection of all decks and terraces to check compliance with this directive by this time, and Unit Owners who have not complied will be fined and the tanks will be removed by the Super. Additionally, any future penalties Skytrack is assessed as a result of illegal propane will be borne solely by offending Unit Owner(s). We understand the fines will be significant (in the thousands of dollars).
The good news is propane grills are allowed under NYC law, as long as they are fueled by small “camping size” (16.4 ounce) propane tanks. Such tanks are available at many stores, including Lowes and Target, and can be attached to any standard size grill by using an adapter, which can be purchased online. Reminder that NYC Code requires that, when in use, grills must be placed at least 10 feet away from any combustible materials, and a fire extinguisher must be readily available. Electric grills are also allowed, though charcoal grills are prohibited.
For more information see:
NYC Fire Code §§ 307.5; 3805.3
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/buildings/homeowner/barbecues.page
Water Shut Off – Monday 10/23
The building water must be shut off on Monday, October 23 from 10:00 AM to no later than 4:00 PM so that a leak between Units 2F/G and 1F can be identified and repaired. Please remember to keep all taps closed. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes.