Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Condo Board Meeting

A Board Meeting will be held on
Saturday Morning, June 26, 2010, at 10:00 AM.
Location:
411 Muse Street
Cambridge, MD 21613

See you there?


Bring your issues.
Here are some of mine:
Security: bike thefts!
Pool: New furniture: is it true that new furniture is coming?
Pool: Please, repair of replace the gas grill?

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Thursday, June 10, 2010

Second Saturday Events, June 12, 2010

June 10, 2010—Celebrate with Cambridge’s most famous author, win prizes, see art, find great deals in the shops, enjoy great music, and more this Second Saturday, 5-9pm in downtown Cambridge! Stores will stay open late—showcasing new merchandise and offering special deals on great gifts for Dads and grads. Be sure to enter this month’s special retail drawing in the shops. Plus, art galleries will hold free receptions. Details here.

Go to the Cambridge Web Site.
http://www.cambridgemainstreet.com/

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Monday, June 7, 2010

Update on Bikes

As of last night, the bikes did not return.

Two young men that match the description
of the previous bike theft suspects were seen by me
at approximately 10:00 AM on Saturday.

I doubt that this is the last time that we will be victims.

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Saturday, June 5, 2010

BIKE THEFT? Where's Monk? Sherlock?

These photos were taken today in the garage at 900 Marshy Cove at 11:00AM on Saturday.
It looks like the scene of a bicycle theft; however, where did the thief get the keys?
Why did the thief leave the wire cutters behind?
Maybe the owners forgot where they left their keys and discovered them after cutting the cable.
Also, an unlocked bike was left untouched.

If you keep a bike, make sure that yours is still there.
If you can unravel this mystery, please send an email to mc900@comcast.net

Wire cutters were used on this one.


Half cut then opened with keys.


How the scene was found at 11AM.
See your bicycle?






Thursday, June 3, 2010

Email from a blog reader

We were looking for a painter which we never found.
However, one resident did write us about an electrician.
Our Thank goes to G. M. of 900.

"I realize you are seeking a house painter, but this electrician is so good, that I think he deserves a recommendation from us to the remainder of the residents of 900 Marshy Cove. His pricing is well under the standard, he does what he says he is going to do when he says he is going to do it, and he cleans up after himself. What else could you want?"

Meyers Electric LLC
4226 Beulah Road
Hurlock, Md 21643
Master Electrician
Max Meyers
C: 410-924-0380
FAX: 410-943-1748


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Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Pool Hours

I understand that a sign is posted on the wall as you enter the first door of the pool's office.

Pool's Open Hours:

From now until June 11.
Mon ,Wed, Th, Fr, 4:00 PM- 7:00 PM (school hours)
Sat, Sun 11:00 AM- 7:00 PM
Tuesdays, closed.

After June 11
Mon ,Wed, Th, Fr, Sat, Sun 11:00 AM- 7:00 PM
Tuesdays, closed.

Editors comment: These hours are determined by the Master Plan Board of Directors.
I don't understand why there is a restriction for school hours considering so many of our residents have no children living with them. Of the 48 units in 900 Marshy Cove, there may be 3-5 school children residing in the building during the week. Even so, why?

Another mystery is the reluctance to open on Tuesdays.

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Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Opening days at the pool.

Upside:
It was good to see some friends by the pool this Memorial Day Weekend. The sunny weather was great for splashing with the kids. The sun left some of us on the red side of a tan despite generous doses of SPF 30. The early season chill of the water was gone due to some hot weather just before the weekend. All made for a nearly perfect day.

When I receive the hours of operation for the pool, I will publish them.

Downside:
Not all was as we expected. We understood the the poolside furniture was to be replaced this season. So far that hasn't happened. I'll get back to this when we hear something from Comanco.

I was disappointed when I tried to use the grill. There was plenty of propane but very little heat. It just may be time to replace the grill. It appears that the weather and probably a lack of maintenance has taken its toll.

Why do I feel like I am always complaining?

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Security Issues: Bikes, Codes, etc.

If you use the bicycle stand in the garage, be sure to lock your bike.
Some strangers have been sighted casing the garage.
A bike was stolen form the other condo building.
This past weekend, I noticed that two bikes were unlocked.
You can purchase a lock at Walmart. Save yourself some heartbreak.

In general, be wary of "unknowns" wandering around the site.
Strangers have been successful distributing pamphlets inside the building.
Our building, really isn't as secure as you may believe.
The numeric codes are easily obtained.
For example, an elementary school student revealed to a resident the code to the front gate recently.

Comanco and the 900 Marshy Board are aware of these problems and are considering options.
One possibility is a card access system or personal PINS.
Both of these require administration. Afterall, People will lose cards and forget PINS.
Perhaps a web administered system where the residents can manage their own PINS is a possible solution.

Get to know the people who belong.
Another resaon to introduce yourself to your neighbors.
Those elevator moments are an opportunity to network.

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