Category: Annual Meeting

2025 Annual Meeting Minutes

Minutes of Annual Meeting of Skytrack Condominium Owners’ Association, held on June 17, 2025, via Zoom.

Board Members Present: Terra Chalberg, Interim President; Michael Tedesco, Vice-President; Matthew Pilkington, Treasurer; Rose Firestein, Secretary; Katharine Flanders Mukherji; Peter Levy; Anne Ashby Gilbert.

Also in Attendance:  Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp., Managing Agent; Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Mark Levitch, CPA, Accountant and External Auditor of Skytrack Condominium.

Preliminary Matters

The meeting was called to order at 8:05 pm by Terra Chalberg while Kathleen Malara continued to tally the percentage of ownership present. Prior to a quorum being present, the members of the Board introduced themselves, identifying the building in which their Unit is located. Terra Chalberg stated that the requisite notice was sent to all Owners, welcomed the Owners and explained that the Board agreed to allow individuals who were scheduled to close on their purchase of Unit 1M the following day to attend the meeting only as observers. The Owners then present voted to waive the reading of the minutes of the 2024 Annual Owners Meeting.

As part of her introductory statement, Terra noted that the annual meeting is not the forum for raising Unit-specific issues and that such matters should be raised individually with Kathleen Malara or Val Boleviq. The Owners were requested to save their questions about a presentation until it was completed.

Financial Report

Matthew Pilkington provided preliminary financial remarks. He described the Board’s consideration of the need for additional funds as focusing on costs that are recurring or relate to necessary capital projects, noting: the near doubling of the cost of insurance in the last three years, significant increases in the cost of other necessary goods and services and the serious cracks in the garage’s façade. Due to the nature of these increased expenses, the Board considers an increase in common charges to be more appropriate than a special assessment, 

which was imposed in 2024. In light of the condominium’s current operating deficit, the Board is considering an increase of 10 percent in the common charges.

Continued on page 2

Mark Levitch presented the Financial Statements for 2024. Referring to page 2 of this document, he highlighted, among other items, that Skytrack had a fairly small cash position of $29,000, which is a slight decrease from 2023; an increase of $12,000 in accounts payable due to capital expenditures; and a special assessment of $100,000 in 2024 to replenish the condominium’s reserves. The only category of expenses that decreased in 2024 was repair and maintenance. Overall, before depreciation, the condominium has a slight operating surplus of $23,000, which is considered to be a tight operating budget.

During Mark Levitch’s presentation, a quorum of 51 percent was achieved at 8:16 pm. 

A total of 56 percent of ownership was ultimately achieved.

Matthew Pilkington added that the proposed assessment is needed to cover capital expenditures. He also explained that the Board opts for a tight operating budget to avoid taxes on surplus assets. In 2024, Skytrack paid no taxes over the minimum amount required.

Owner Anna Swando, Unit 2K, stated that the document containing the 2024 Financial Statements was not accessible. The Board agreed to post it on Skytrack’s website.

Management and Superintendent’s Report

Kathleen Malara presented the combined report of management and the Superintendent:

  • The façade of the Dean Street side of 120 Boerum Place was repointed;
  • The replacement of the roof at 15 Bergen Street was completed;
  • Verizon installed the first phase of the infrastructure needed for Owners to have access to FIOS;
  • All fluorescent bulbs in common areas were replaced with LED bulbs;
  • The doors of all of the buildings were painted;
  • The condominium continues to prepare to meet the 2030 greenhouse gas emission standards imposed by Local Law 97;
  • The garage passed inspection, although some items were noted as needing attention, and these are being addressed; and
  • The sprinkler system passed inspection.

Kathleen also noted that the city now requires owners of rental units to have a gas alarm and lead paint testing done and that composting is now required by the city;

Katharine Flanders Mukherji added that the city planted six trees on the Dean Street side of 120 Boerum Place/18 Dean Street.

Voting for Board Members

With the resignation of Audrey Weinberger, three Board seats were open, one for one year to finish Audrey’s term and two for three years. Rose Firestein of 134 Boerum Place stated that she would run for the one-year seat. Katharine Flanders Mukherji of 120 Boerum Place and Nick Jonas of 15 Bergen Street stated they would each run for one of the three-year seats. As no one else ran, the Owners agreed by a show of hands to these Owners’ election.

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President’s Report

Terra Chalberg thanked Val Boleviq and Rose Firestein for their efforts in maintaining the plants around Skytrack. She also asked any members who had not yet created an account on www.skytrackcondo.com to do so.

Proxies were submitted for Units 4 at 134 Boerum Place and Units 2F, 3F, 2B, 2M, 3K and 3N at 120 Boerum Place.

Old Business

There was no old business.

New Business

Rose Firestein reported on the condominium’s activities related to Local Law 97. She explained that Skytrack is subject to Local Law 97’s greenhouse gas emission standards. These standards will become increasingly more stringent beginning in 2030 and that failure to meet them will result in penalties. Although the estimates of Skytrack’s likely penalties beginning in 2030 have varied, the current one is $19,000 each year from 2030 until 2034, when they will increase. It is possible that either the standards or the penalty calculation will be revoked or made significantly less burdensome, but it is more likely that some type of governmental initiative will remain in place and will retain penalties for failure to meet the standards. Given the various factors that affect Skytrack’s emissions, the condominium may not be able to eliminate all penalties, but should be able to reduce them.

Skytrack contracted with ReDocs to conduct the testing mandated by Local Law 97, file the outcome with the city and provide Skytrack with an in-depth energy audit and recommendations for capital and operational improvements aimed at reducing our emissions. The condominium received this report. ReDocs’s recommendations for improvements amounted to a description of remedial measures Skytrack might take. Some were impractical or far too expensive and, as a whole, were not tailored to Skytrack’s specific conditions.

The NYC Accelerator was consulted to focus the condominium’s efforts on those that were predicted to make a significant impact on our emissions and were financially feasible given Skytrack’s current financial situation. The Accelerator, part of the Mayor’s office, provides free technical services to building owners in addressing Local Law 97 requirements. After reviewing the ReDocs report, the Accelerator recommended focusing on natural gas consumption, specifically air-sealing the buildings and reviewing options for changing our domestic hot water system and updating the systems that manage space heating throughout Skytrack’s buildings.

In answer to an Owner’s question, the expected increase in common charges will probably be effective on August 1, 2025, and will be 9-10 percent.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 pm.

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Skytrack Condominium Owners Association Annual Owners’ Meeting Minutes: June 26, 2024

The meeting was conducted via videoconference

Board Members Present: Matthew Pilkington, Interim President and Treasurer; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, Vice President and Acting Secretary; Peter Levy; Audrey Weinberger; Michael Tedesco; Rose Firestein; Terra Chalberg

Also in attendance:  Kathleen Malara, E.M Holding Corp.; Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Mark Levitch, CPA

Preliminary Matters:

The meeting was called to order at 8:07 by Matthew while Kathleen tallied percent ownership present, but a couple of points before a quorum had been reached. All Board members introduced themselves, with name, building and floor, and solicited owners to fill the two slots vacated by one member who had sold his apartment (Andrew) and another who was opting to step down (Cameron).

There was a vote on a duly made motion to waive reading of last year’s minutes.

Matthew provided the usual introduction about not bringing individual unit problems to the meeting but connecting subsequently with management or super, and saving questions for the end of each presentation. There is always a place for new business to be brought up at the end.

Financials:  (Accountant Report)

Mark Levich presented the Annual Financial Statement. The hard copies were apparently lost or delayed in the mail, so the report was shared on screen. At the end of last month our cash reserves were down by $150,000 and we had used all liquid funds. The common charge remains unchanged, and the Board had decided not to use our line of credit, which would incur interest, but an assessment of $100,000 takes effect July first. Our accounts payable are up by $25,000, professional fees were up considerably, mostly for engineer fees, insurance fees have skyrocketed 24%, as in most of the US, repairs and maintenance are up (including painting, plastering, and roofing for necessary and urgent repairs. Capital expenditures were also up.

(continued)

Management Report:

The costs have been due to sprinkler, roof, garage, sewer system, facades, and building lobbies, stairs, and hallways. The latter complete a cycle for 120 Boerum, 122 Boerum, 134 Boerum, Garage, and 15 Bergen renovations that took six years because they were concurrent with troubleshooting emergencies connected with roof, leaks, other water issues, common area damages and generally rising costs.

At 8:44 p.m. a quorum of 55.30% was reached

President’s Report

Matthew explained that Miranda Magagnini, volunteering and deputized by the Board, had discovered that our Certiori law firm had been misrepresenting the property, possibly for years, as having an elevator and being a single building comparable to the new condos in the neighborhood. Setting the firm straight about the component parts and lack of elevator in the Skytrack complex, she prepared them for a meeting with the city authorities armed with that information and with photos. We are hopeful that this will yield a lower tax burden for all owners. The Condo thanks Miranda for this enormous service. Matthew also thanked Rose and Val for their gardening work around the premises. The ownership was informed that only bagged garbage should be put into the chutes. Items such as boards, metal bed frames and other long or bulky debris become lodged, rendering the shat inoperable, and their removal is both complex and dangerous. Please contact Val for help with the disposal of oversized items.

New Business

Miranda raised the issue of bringing electricity from the Con Edison street mains directly into each garage unit. At present, the line runs in from 134 Boerum Place and feeds the lighting and the doors. She also requested a regular schedule of maintenance such as steam cleaning the common area carpeting and washing or painting the hallway walls. She asserted that the first floor of 120 had been painted more often than the second and that the latter needs a new paint job. After nearly a decade, all four residential buildings, including roof railings, sidewalk fences, fire escape, and the garage have successively been painted, had stairwells painted and common area flooring repaired or replaced, and total roof replacements. When we embark on a similar sequence it will be necessary to do painting for all, as expected. She further suggested a community- building social event such as a cocktail party, which she offered to host The Board agreed to take her suggestions under advisement.

Voting for Board Members

Matthew and Michael agreed to run again. Anne Gilbert and Long Vu also agreed to run. After all four had been nominated, Kathleen Malara offered a secret ballot to anyone who objected to electing the slate by show of hands. Since no objections were made, the vote by show of hands was held. Without objection the vote was held and carried. Michael, Matthew, Anne and Long were elected to the nine member Skytrack Board of Managers.

Adjournment:
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m., following a duly made motion.

2023 Annual Meeting Minutes

June 14, 2023

Meeting conducted via videoconference

Board Members Present:  Peter Levy, Pres.; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Andrew Kurland, Sec.; Matthew Pilkington, Treasurer; Hannah Berkin-Harper; Terra Chalberg; Cameron Martin; Michael Tedesco; Rose Firestein

Also in Attendance:  Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp.; Mark Levitch, CPA

Preliminary Matters:

  • The meeting commenced after a quorum was achieved.
  • In total 72.4% of the ownership was in attendance or appeared by proxy.
  • Notice of the Annual Meeting was presented, and reading of last year’s meeting minutes was waived on a duly made motion.
  • All Board Members introduced themselves.

Financials:

  • The Annual Financial Statement was circulated and presented by our accountant, Mark Levitch.  The Condo financials are in good order. 
  • While expenses were up this year resulting in an overall decrease of cash compared to last year, spending was in line with budgeted amounts
  • Reserves are adequate.  The Treasurer and Mark Levitch discussed the line of credit we have available for any emergencies, and also the potential to impose a temporary assessment if necessary if reserves are a concern.  At this time no assessment or use of the line of credit is anticipated.

Management/Superintendent’s Report:

  • Major projects include:
    • Lobby renovation for 122 Boerum, 134 Boerum, and 15 Bergen (almost complete).
    • New heating circulating pumps were installed, which are more energy efficient.
    • Engineering firm retained and continuing to investigate water backup issues.
    • Exhaust vents were cleaned in majority of units, with remaining buildings/units to be scheduled.
    • Contractor conducted pointing and waterproofing work.
    • Garage roof fan was replaced, and garage roof will be replaced (in coming weeks)
    • E-Waste collections have been organized and will continue to take place in the future.
    • Garbage storage areas have been rodent-proofed.
  • Local Law 126 will require an inspection of the garage in 2024, which we can begin no earlier than the end of this year.  In the interim, an engineer has been retained to assess the structural condition of the garage and fortunately found that there are no emergency conditions.  Repairs in the garage are necessary and will be made, however, including re-roofing, which will begin soon.

President’s/Board Members’ Reports:

  • The Board and the Condo thank Val and Rose for their gardening efforts.
  • We again have filed a protest with respect to property tax increases.
  • The water backup committee reported on the ongoing investigative work by the engineering firm, and noted that fortunately no backups have been experienced since the City repaired the sewer in the street; we hope there is a correlation and the problem is lessened
  • Board member Andrew Kurland reported on Local Law 97, the new City-wide environmental requirements which Skytrack will have to take steps to comply with in the coming years to avoid fines which begin in 2030.
  • Andrew also reported on the study which was conducted to determine whether solar panels would be feasible and sensible, and unfortunately it was determined that we may not have sufficient roof area to make it worthwhile, though potentially could install panels on the garage roof to offset Common Area usage at 134 Boerum Pl.
  • Andrew also reported that the Board has authorized the installation of EV charging equipment in the garage at the expense of the garage owners who want to proceed with the project, whereby the equipment would become and remain the responsibility of those garage owners, including in accordance with NYC Real Property Condo Law 339-LL.
  • Departing Board member Hannah Berkin-Harper reported on the lobby renovations, which are almost complete.

Board Elections:

  • Three board seats were up this year, Peter Levy, Terra Chalberg, and Hannah Berkin-Harper.
  • Hannah has decided not to run again.  The Board thanked Hannah for her years of service and tremendous efforts with respect to the leading the lobby renovation project.
  • In addition to Peter Levy and Terra Chalberg, two other owners ran for the Board – Long Vu and Audrey Weinberger.
  • A vote was held and Peter (68.35% of ownership), Terra (54% of ownership), and Audrey (64.25% of ownership) were elected to the Board for three year terms, to expire in June 2026 (Long Vu received voters of 14.8% of the ownership).

New Business:

  • Unit and Garage space owner Miranda Maganini noted a complaint about garage common charges being used to subsidize expenses for the Residential Units, in her view unfairly, as well as other issues with the garage in her view which have not been addressed.  Certain other garage owners expressed their agreement with Ms. Maganini.  Ms. Maganini also requested that electricity be provided to each garage space, and the address for the garage be posted on the exterior of the building.  Ms. Maganini also noted that she was trying to avoid legal action against the Condo and the Board.  Multiple Board members acknowledged the concerns that were raised, and reiterated that the Condo is now addressing the things that need to be addressed in the garage, and fortunately the engineer we retained has already confirmed that no structural issues or emergency conditions exist.  The Board further explained that we have to prioritize various projects and, to take an example, lobby renovations had to be completed first.  With respect to the Common Charge issue, the Board confirmed that there has never been any change in Common Charge calculation or methodology since the inception of the Condominium, and that these matters were established in the Offering Plan and Declaration.
  • A resident of 134 Boerum noted a complaint about the condition of the common hallway areas apart from the newly renovated lobby.  Departing Board member Hannah Berkin-Harper noted that options were being explored to address these items, however the quotes that have been obtained were very expensive and in their current form would require approval by a majority of the entire Condo ownership to proceed.

Reminders:

  • Composting pickup is Saturday.  Composting will become mandatory soon and the City will begin imposing fines on buildings who do not comply with composting requirements.  Make sure to deposit your compostable items in the compost bins on Fridays.

Adjournment:

  • With no further business, the meeting was adjourned following a duly made motion.

2022 Annual Meeting Minutes

June 7, 2022

Meeting conducted via videoconference

Board Members Present:  Peter Levy, Pres.; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Andrew Kurland, Sec.; Matthew Pilkington, Treasurer; Hannah Berkin-Harper; Terra Chalberg; Cameron Martin; Malik Ashiru; Michael Tedesco

Also in Attendance:  Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp.; Mark Levitch, CPA

Preliminary Matters:

  • The meeting commenced at 8:09 PM after a quorum was achieved.
  • In total 79.15% of the ownership was in attendance or appeared by proxy.
  • Notice of the Annual Meeting was presented, and reading of last year’s meeting minutes was waived on a duly made motion.
  • All Board Members introduced themselves.

Financials:

  • The Annual Financial Statement was circulated and presented by our accountant, Mark Levitch.  The Condo financials are in good order. 
  • For tax purposes, we expensed major capital expenditures.  In light of depreciation, we had a small loss for the year 2021, which is good from a tax perspective
  • All “profit” will be used for necessary maintenance, including the ongoing roof repair project, which was the largest expenditure for last year. 

Management/Superintendent’s Report:

  • Major projects include:
    • 120 Boerum roof repair project; we have completed all but the final phase of the project.  Certain decking will need to be replaced and materials are being sourced.
    • Electronic waste collections began this year, and will continue.
    • The City re-starting compost collection.
    • The boiler was drained last summer and multiple owners completed work on their radiators and valves.
    • Painting occurred in building Common Areas.
    • The main gas valve was replaced, and a gas piping inspection was completed.
    • A frozen drain pipe caused damage to certain Units, which was addressed.
    • The Super has been working diligently to address presence of vermin on Boerum Pl. and Dean Street, and has made much progress.  We are also working with the City and neighboring buildings to this end.
    • The Condo engaged an engineering firm to investigate and report on sewer backup issues, and their work will continue with supervising contractors to implement improvements as we work to prevent backup issues from recurring in the future.

President’s Report:

  • The Board and the Condo thank Val and Rose for their gardening efforts.
  • We again have filed a protest with respect to property tax increases.
  • We will be hiring a company to clean building ventilation ducts.
  • The heating system will be drained again so that owners can make any necessary repairs to their radiators and valves.  Contact EM Holding or the Super by July 15th to coordinate.
  • The Board has decided to continue to require face masks in interior Common Areas, as posted on signs throughout the Buildings.  The feedback received in the survey was informative.
  • Adding EV charging capability to the garage is still being investigated and the committee to pursue options is led by Skytrack resident Miranda Magagnini, who presented at the meeting.

Board Elections:

  • Three board seats were up this year, Katharine Flanders Mukherji (existing Vice President), Cameron Martin, and Malik Ashiru.
  • Malik has decided not to run again.  The Board thanked Malik for his service.
  • The Board encouraged all Owners to run leading up to the meeting and at the meeting.
  • Rose Firestein chose to run, along with Katharine and Cameron.
  • A vote was held and Rose, Katharine, and Cameron were unanimously approved and elected to the Board for three year terms, to expire in June 2025.

New Business:

  • Board member Hannah Berkin-Harper presented plans and budget proposal for renovations to lobbies and Common Areas of 122 Boerum, 134 Boerum, and 15 Bergen.  The Board thanks Hannah for all of her extensive efforts in this regard.
    • A vote was held on the proposed budget of $125,000 for these improvements, and the proposed budget was approved with a unanimous vote.

Reminders:

  • City law and Condo insurance require all units to properly secure window-mounted air conditioner units.  Please contact EM Holding or the Super with questions regarding this.
  • Reminder that all Common Areas and hallways must be kept clear of all items.

Adjournment:

  • With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:54 PM following a duly made motion.

2021 Annual Meeting Minutes

Meeting conducted June 21, 2021 via videoconference

Board Members Present:  Peter Levy, Pres.; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Andrew Kurland, Sec.; Hannah Berkin-Harper; Terra Chalberg; Cameron Martin

Also in Attendance:  Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holding Corp.

Preliminary Matters:

  • The meeting commenced at 8:13 PM.  Some attendees had experienced technical difficulties with joining, but a quorum was achieved.
  • In total 74.3% of the ownership was in attendance or appeared by proxy.
  • Notice of the Annual Meeting was presented, and reading of last year’s meeting minutes was waived.

Financials:

  • The Annual Financial Statement was circulated and presented by our accountant, Mark Levitch.  The Condo financials are in good order.
  • For tax purposes, we expensed major capital expenditures.  In light of depreciation, we had a small loss for the year 2020, which is good from a tax perspective, despite having received a profit of approximately $51,000. 
  • All “profit” will be used for necessary maintenance, including the ongoing roof repair project.

Management/Superintendent’s Report:

  • Major projects include:
    • 120 Boerum roof repair project, which continues and is on schedule;
    • Repairs to the back wall at 15 Bergen St.;
    • Exterior lock replacement;
    • Back flow valve replacement (units who have backflow valves that have not been replaced will be);
    • Working with designer/architect/engineer/contractor on designs for renovations to 134 Boerum and 15 Bergen lobbies;
    • Mouse proofing.

President’s Report:

  • The Board and the Condo thank Val and Rose for their gardening efforts.
  • The heating system will be drained so that owners can make any necessary repairs to their radiators and valves.  Contact EM Holding or Val to coordinate.
  • For now the Board has decided to continue to impose mask restrictions, as posted on signs throughout the Buildings.
  • Electronic recycling is coming to the Condo, and additional details will be posted through the website and in building lobbies.  Textile recycling is on hold because we do not have a location for the required bin at this time.
  • Adding EV charging capability to the garage is still being investigated and a committee has been formed, led by Board member Matthew Pilkington.
  • We are working with a designer and in process of developing plans to renovate the lobbies of 134 Boerum and 15 Bergen.  The initial design phase of the project is being coordinated by Board member Hannah Berkin-Harper.

Board Elections:

  • Three board seats were up this year, Matthew Pilkington (existing Treasurer), Andrew Kurland (existing Secretary), and Michael Tedesco. 
  • The Board encouraged others to run, though no one expressed interest.
  • Matthew, Andrew, and Michael agreed to run for new terms, and all were unanimously elected for three-year terms.

New Business:

  • An owner made a motion to require the Board to respond to owners who reach out through the website within 72 hours.  The motion was withdrawn as moot after the Board acknowledged that it would endeavor to respond promptly to all communications from owners.
  • An owner inquired as to whether it might be possible to add grills to the Common Area decks.  The Board informed the owner that due to NYC fire regulations this would not be feasible (at least not without great expense to create FDNY-approved outdoor grilling areas, and doing so would be cost prohibitive).

Adjournment:

  • With no further business, a motion to adjourn was made, and seconded.  The meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:00 PM.

Annual Meeting – June 16, 2020

Board Members Present:  Peter Levy, President; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Matthew Pilkington, Treasurer; Andrew Kurland, Secretary; Lori Littlejohn; Terra Chalberg; Malik Ashiru; Michael Tedesco; Cameron Martin

Also in Attendance:  Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holdings; Mark Levitch, independent CPA

  • Due to the COVID pandemic, the meeting took place via Zoom video/tele conference. 
  • The meeting commenced at 8:05 PM, once a quorum of Unit owners was achieved.  We had record attendance this year, with 78.05% of the ownership present by videoconference or proxy.
  • Notice of Meeting was presented, and reading of the minutes of last year’s annual meeting was waived by majority vote.

Reports of Board/Officers/Management

Mark Levitch, independent CPA

  • Mark Levitch presented the 2019 financial statement, which was distributed electronically and is available on the Condo’s website.  The Condo’s cash position increased in 2019, primarily due to the increase in common charges that took place last year.  This has placed the Condo in a strong financial position and prepared well to tackle necessary maintenance projects, as well as capital improvements.
  • Certain funds have been placed in a capital reserve account to reduce tax liability.
  • There were no questions raised concerning the 2019 financials or Mark Levitch’s report.
  • The budget for 2020 will be posted on the website and circulated with the meeting minutes.

Kathleen Malara, EM Holdings

  • Building in good repair in general.  Major projects included extensive structural work on a unit’s terrace, the initial phase of the roof replacement at 120 Boerum, and various repairs to the heating system.
  • There were no questions for EM Holdings.
  • Val was also present to answer questions, and inform residents that he continues to oversee extra regular cleaning and sanitizing of high traffic areas in light of the Covid pandemic.

Peter Levy, President of Board

  • We once again successfully petitioned to have our real estate taxes lowered.
  • On behalf of all residents, the Board thanks Val Boleviq and Matthew Pilkington for their landscaping work.

Board Election

  • Three Board terms expired this year.  Two Board members – Peter Levy and Terra Chalberg – chose to run again.  Board member Lori Littlejohn chose not to.
  • No one volunteered to run for the Board before the meeting.  At the meeting, only one person volunteered – Hannah Berkin-Harper.
  • The Board encouraged owners in 15 Bergen and 134 Boerum to run, so that they can have comfort that their interests and concerns are met.  However, no owners from those buildings expressed any desire to run, except for Terra Chalberg.
  • Though the election was uncontested, we conducted a vote per our Bylaws.  The vote was held by electronic ballot on Zoom, and phone attendees’ votes were recorded after the meeting.  The results were tabulated, and Peter Levy, Terra Chalberg, and Hannah Berkin-Harper were elected to 3-year terms.

New Business

  • A resident expressed concern about the planned renovations to the space that formerly housed the hot tub so that the space could be used as a meeting space for Board meetings, since it is often difficult to find a location for the meetings to occur.  The resident believed that resources should be spent on improvements to the lobby of 134 Boerum.
  • This led to a productive discussion amongst the Board and meeting attendees about transparency and priorities for building work.  The Board committed to increasing transparency into why decisions are made.
  • The Board also made clear that all owner and resident concerns are taken seriously, and to the extent anyone desires to express any opinion, concern, or request, the best way to do so is via the Skytrack website, or by contacting our management company EM Holding Corp.
  • With no other questions or comments raised, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:10 PM.

2020 Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting of the Skytrack Condominium will take place on Tuesday, June 16 at 8 PM via Zoom Video or Teleconference.
Advanced Registration is REQUIRED.  Please register by clicking this link.

Note that three Board Member terms expire this year, and their seats are up for election.  All owners are invited to run for available seats.  Please inform EM Holding Corp. if you would like to run.  We will vote at the meeting.

If there is a chance you may not be able to attend the meeting, please designate a proxy so that we have the required representation at the meeting.  Please complete a proxy form by visiting this link.

The video/teleconference will open at 7:45 PM so we can start the meeting promptly at 8:00 PM.

Minutes of Annual Meeting of Condominium: June 18, 2019

Annual Meeting of Condominium:   June 18, 2019

Board Members Present:  Peter Levy, President; Katharine Flanders Mukherji, V.P.; Matthew Pilkington, Treasurer; Andrew Kurland, Secretary; Lori Littlejohn; Terra Chalberg

Also in Attendance:  Valdet Boleviq, Superintendent; Kathleen Malara, EM Holdings; Mark Levitch, independent CPA

  • The meeting commenced at 8:06 PM, once a quorum of Unit owners was achieved, and proof of Notice of Meeting was presented.
  • Reading of the minutes of last year’s annual meeting was waived by majority vote.

Reports of Board/Officers/Management

Mark Levitch, independent CPA

  • Mark Levitch presented the 2018 financial statement, which was distributed.  The Condo’s cash position decreased in 2018, primarily due to approximately $150,000 spent on building improvements and maintenance, including the lobby renovation at 120 Boerum, and one-off expenses related to the transition/retirement of Jose, our former superintendent.
  • Though Common Charges had not been raised in some time, they were recently raised, by 10%, in order to be prepared for future maintenance (e.g., new roofs)
  • There were no questions raised concerning the 2018 financials or Mark Levitch’s report.

Kathleen Malara, EM Holdings

  • Final payments received from insurance claim from sprinkler pipe break, and all units who were owed money have been reimbursed in full.
  • A new roof was installed at 134 Boerum Pl., as well as new recycling and trash center out front of that building.
  • The sewer one-way check valves were cleaned this year.
  • Work to masonry out front of 15 Bergen has been completed, and once permits are obtained work to back of building will commence.
  • Repairs to a terrace at 120 Boerum place are required and we are waiting for permits.
  • New name plates are being ordered for the intercoms at all buildings. Please confirm spelling is correct.
  • There were no questions for EM Holdings.

Peter Levy, President of Board

  • This year’s real estate tax protest resulted in a collective reduction of our property taxes by approximately $110,000.  The attorneys charged approximately 20% of this. 
  • On behalf of all residents, the Board thanks Matthew Pilkington and Val Boleviq for their landscaping work.

Board Election

  • Four Board terms expire this year.  Two Board members – Katharine Flanders Mukherjiand Cameron Martin – are running again.  The other two – Hannah Berkin-Harper and Levi McConnell – are not.
  • This year we will elect three persons to serve 3-year terms, and one person to serve a 2-year term, such that going forward we will have 3 Board seats up each year.
  • Though the Board has informed all Owners for the past two months of this, no one not currently on the Board expressed any interest in running for a position.
  • The Board encouraged owners in 15 Bergen and 134 Boerum to run, so that they can have comfort that their interests and concerns are met. However, no owners from those buildings expressed any desire to run.
  • On an open call, Malik Ashiru (Unit 3E) and Michael Tedesco (Unit 1E) volunteered to run for the Board.
  • A vote was held by written ballot, the results were tabulated, and Cameron Martin, Katharine Flanders Mukherji, and Malik Ashiru were elected to 3-year terms. Michael Tedesco was elected to a 2-year term.

New Business

  • A resident of 134 Boerum Place inquired about a concern of hot water issues at the building.  Val reported that the issue is actively being addressed, and a hot water recirculation pump will be installed at that building.
  • An open discussion regarding the proposed new jail took place. Those who have concerns were encouraged to reach out to elected officials and neighborhood groups.
  • With no other questions or comments raised, the meeting was adjourned at 8:53 PM.