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BOARD
OF DIRECTORS MEETING MARCH
08, 2004 Board Members Present:
Roy Regeski, Marie Kastenbauer, Carlos Rosende, Michel Pytlarz,
and
Marge Trani. Meeting called to order at 7 P.M. Marie asked Carlos for Treasurer’s report and as of
February 29, 2004, the checking account balance was $17,885.72. A more complete
report will be forthcoming at the next General meeting on March 15th. Marge read the minutes from the February 23, 2004 Board
meeting and they were accepted by all the directors. FRONT ENTRYWAY: Rick had advised that it could not be sandblasted as it
would go down to the concrete. He has given Rennie a heavy-duty pressure washer
and will train him in the use thereof. Therefore it has been decided to pressure
wash and repaint the front “apron” a/k/a the front entryway. NEW APPLICANTS: Roy pointed out the fact that the prospective owners of unit #208-Josephine Mauriello and #1106-Sara & Rita Capparelli, respectively, who were interviewed on Friday February 13, 2004 by Marie, Marge, Carlos, and Michel had not been officially approved at the February 16, 2004 meeting. Also, Marie interviewed unit owner Niren Dadia (704) and Maurice and Carol Meunier (310) on March 4, 2004 and recommended that they be accepted. The Board of directors has officially accepted all of these prospective new owners. Michel questioned
the basis for denying a prospective applicant and Roy answered
“anything”! However, should someone be denied the Association would have to
be prepared to purchase said unit. PAINTING/CARPORTS: Roy and Rick have a list of
problems and/or corrections that need to be addressed by Bell Painting. Marge
mentioned the pipe that runs the length of carport C and D which looks
disgusting as all other pipes have been painted except that one. Roy believes it
is copper and as such cannot be painted but will examine and see if anything can
be done. It was decided to approve
the 12th and last payment to Bell Painting and the supplemental
bill for the second coat of $720 and to withhold the 10% retainer. The
retainer will be released for payment upon final examination and correction of
all problems. Final approval to be made by Roy and Rick before payment will be
made. CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Roy has contacted John of
AAA and requested a bid for electrical work.
Michel thought we should have a letter specifying what the problems, if
any, are with the circuit breakers; since Preston said the few breakers with
problems were all in the meter room and are not serious, in nature.
It was determined that a qualified independent expert should inspect the
breakers as an electrician’s opinion would be biased since he would want the
job. Consequently, it was decided to contact Florida Power and Light and request
an inspection from a qualified technician. Michel will call FP&L and report
to the board, prior to the next meeting. REAR ENTRANCE CONCRETE: To be postponed,
temporarily. NASSAU HOUSE SIGNS: Tabled LANDSCAPING: Triad has presented a seven
page proposal with drawings and pictures; however, the descriptions and floral
names are not familiar. Michel, also, presented several photographs, he has
taken depicting low palm trees and colorful flowers which were very attractive,
for the fountain area. Marge to ask Doris to set-up appointment on
Friday, March 12th with Triad and board to review proposal. GLASS BALCONY DOORS: Roy has contacted the
Building Department and given their inspector a list of the 18 glass balcony
doors inquiring if permits were issued for them. The office has no permits on
file. Marge stated that probably over the life of the building there are many
other doors that have been replaced and why would we “open a can of worms”
and have an inspector come into the building and find other violations. Roy
stated in the event of a hurricane should these doors break other apartments
would be affected. Marge brought up the fact that not all units have shutters
and the same conditions would apply. Michel stated that original existing doors
(not replacements) were grandfathered-in even though they do not meet current
hurricane-proof code requirements. These doors should have been addressed as
they were installed. The issue will be tabled pending building department
inspection. Straw vote showing majority interest in the OPTION to replace
doors, with glass ones can only be done by changing the Condo documents. Until
this is legally done NO ONE is allowed to replace their balcony doors. Board of Directors approved
letter to Mr. Russo (Unit #306), dated March 9th, requiring the
removal of glass door, recently installed, due to the fact that the issue is
still pending until the documents are officially changed. WATER HEATERS: Roy will draft letters to
owners of units #111, #312, #401, #1001, and PH3, who have not replaced their
heaters, advising them that they will be deemed negligent and therefore,
responsible for any possible damages that may occur. Said draft will be
presented to the Board for their approval. GUEST PARKING: There are a LIMITED number
of guest parking spaces, available, in the front of the building. However, there
seems to be a problem with owners and beachgoers using these spaces and making
them unavailable for guests for which they are intended.
Directors do not have the time and the inclination to police the guest
area. Towing of illegally parked vehicles was discussed and a motion put forth
for a vote. Roy and Marie voted for Towing---Marge, Carlos, and Michel against. OWNERS
HAVE THEIR ASSIGNED SPACE AND SHOULD NOT PARK IN THE GUEST SPACES. GUEST SPOTS
ARE FOR GUESTS ONLY!!!!!!!! POOL HEATER NOISE: Al Lowenstein (#112) has
advised the Board of, ongoing, extreme pounding sounds emanating from the pool
heater. Michel has researched the problem and advised the Board of his findings.
After review and discussion it was decided to try installing a flue to alleviate
the noise. If that doesn’t solve the problem it will be necessary to move the
heater and do whatever it takes to resolve the issue. SUE MILLER’S LETTER
(#104): Regarding duct problem—Roy
and Rennie have checked several times and the duct is clear and in good working
order. It was decided to ask Doris have her attend the next meeting and explain
the situation to the Board MAGGIE YANKETIS’
LETTER (#601): Bedroom shutters not functioning properly—Roy and
Rennie cleaned tracks of painting chips and the shutters were working. Since
then she is having a problem and has contacted the Association’s insurance
company who, in turn, contacted the Board and advised us the shutters are the
owners responsibility. Many of the shutters, in the building, are old and with
the wind and salt air become stiff and difficult to move. They need to be
greased and/or serviced, periodically, which other owners have done. It was
decided that the Board would write a letter stating –It is her responsibility
and not the Board of Directors. ROOF: Has been recoated and Roy
stated the job was well done. Meeting was adjoined at
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