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.
