Happy New Year

Suggested  New Year’s Resolutions

• Pet Owners: Register pet and pay fees
• Annual fee $50.  Contact Sentry for Pet Policy
• Fees to help fund landscaping and cleaning
• Register on Sentry’s Owners website
• https://accesssentrymgt.com/dx/sentrywp/index.html
• Review your account
• Is your contact information complete?
• Review condo documents & finances
• Attend the Annual Meeting of Owners
• May 13, 2017, 10:00 AM
• Subscribe to the 900 Marshy Cove Bulletin Board
• http://900marshycove.blogspot.com/

Lobby Poinsettia available for adoption.

First come, first serve.

Zoning Hearing: Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 6: PM.

To Deep Harbour Owners, Residents,

 

Heads UP!

I just heard from one of our resident owners with local business connections.

Apparently, the plan is to establish a boat building business on the 403 Aurora St. site.

Currently, at 401, there is an auto repair garage, “Eric’s Garage.”

 

403 Aurora is located behind the water tower at the intersection of LeCompte and Aurora.

it is within a block of TH3 and TH1.

 

The word is that someone wants to build fiberglass boats at 403.

The primary concern is the resultant odors developed by the fiberglass resins, etc.

 

Unknowns:

Is it a part of Eric’s business?

Is a new structure to be built on the vacant lot next door? how big, etc.?

Boat building? boat repairs?

 

The zoning meeting is on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at 6 PM.

Location: 305 Gay Street, City Council Chambers.

Next to the original fire house.

 

Many questions to ask!

mc900@comcast.net

Cold Weather: Freeze Warning!

All residents, owners, board members,

We have extremely cold weather headed our way with temps steadily falling from now thru Friday morning before slowly starting to rise. Please contact owners of known vacant units to insure heat is on if you know how to reach them.

It was discovered last week during a move-in the gas was turned completely off in one unit. It may have been warm enough to prevent freezing up to this point but anyone having unheated units from now on stands a pretty good chance of having pipes freeze and burst.

A minimum thermostat setting of 60-63 degrees F is recommended for vacant units. 

Stay safe and warm.

Andy, Sentry Management

If you are off site and need someone to tend to your unit, 

send an email or call Sentry Management,

cambridge@sentrymgt.com    410-221-0398

or send an email to mc900@comcast.net

DANCERS ALERT!

President’s Report, November 12, 2016

900 Marshy Cove Condominium Association

President’s Report, November 12, 2016

George B

Overview of 2016:

This year began with a successful campaign to limit investment ownership within our building. Bylaw changes are difficult as they require a 67% affirmative vote. Two amendments were passed that limit rentals to 20 of the 48 units, and limit ownership to two units per entity.  This should secure our owners’ financing options and maintain the character of our building for all.

In May, at the Annual Meeting of Members, Alan Mc accepted the open director position. Officers were elected by the directors. 

• ·         President: George B, Unit 408
• ·         Vice President: Jan S, Unit 410
• ·         Treasurer: Leo E, Unit 209
• ·         Secretary: Shirley M, Unit 207
• ·         At large: Alan Mc, Unit 202

• An annual plan to schedule regular maintenance and events has been develop for 2017 and beyond.  The schedule will guide regular events and to communicate expectations to Sentry Management.
• A three year plan will be published to schedule major replacement projects that will be financed according to the Reserve Plan. Painting, carpeting, and safety will be on the list.
• 2016 presented 900 MC with several challenges. Two major maintenance issues stressed our operating budget. The financial burden by the following unbudgeted expenses were offset partially by an improvement in utilities cost. Deck repairs will also impact our finances in 2016 and continue into 2017. Our utilities expense should continue to improve with the addition of insulation to the garage ceiling.
• Finances: 900 Marshy Cove is in great financial health. All condo fees are current, Our reserve funds are on schedule. We will have unplanned expenditures; but, the Association is well positioned to handle these challenges.

Major expense issues:

• ·         Fire Suppression System: The dry sprinkler system which protects the area about the fourth floor continued to leak air causing persistent “trouble” alarms.  Although, we were protected, the air leaks caused rapid cycling of the air compressor located in the attic space. This problem first surfaced in 2015.  The air leaks have been identified and repaired. The compressor had to be replaced as it failed due to overloading.  Repairs costs $8,206 over and above regular maintenance.
• ·         Roof repairs: A persistent leak on the roof over Unit 410 was repaired by replacing a section of warped board. It was covered with underlayment and new shingles. The cost of this unbudgeted work was $4,582.
• ·         Deck repairs: Obtaining a reasonable bid has been a challenge.  Bids ranged from $250 to $4,400 to $14,000. We have issued a work order to repair two decks as a pilot.  If successful, we will issue and work order for the remaining 26. Although the low bid does not conform to the manufacturer’s recommendations, it is felt that it will be durable enough to last several years. 

Minor unbudgeted expenses:

• ·         Garage Doors: Several failures occurred this year. Broken springs, key pad damage, and keypad failure added minor costs.  Some these costs were offset by reimbursement.
• ·         Air ducts: Vent ducts for the first floor were cleaned of bird nests. Ducts were sealed to prevent re-entry on all exterior vents. Costs $1850
• ·         Front doors: After a bike theft, the magnetic door locks were strengthened.

Other mentionable budgeted items:

• ·         Garage deck: This year we contracted an industrial cleaning company to scrub our garage deck to remove embedded stains.  Previously, the deck was power-washed.
• ·         Hallway carpets: In August, our hallway carpets were scrubbed, it is evident that our carpets are nearing the end of their life.  Deep stains continue to re-surface. Some are to beginning to see rippling and wear. Pets and trash bags drippings are the culprits.
• ·         Landscaping & Gardening: Our front yard has improved. Despite adding irrigation and soil improvement, several plants have withered.  The landscaping committee has met with Kyle Marshall to clean up some areas around the building and will be making more improvements in 2017.  The committee will be hiring a separate gardener if desirable.
• ·         Insurance: Many thanks to our Vice President for negotiating a 6.2% reduction on our insurance.

Other Improvements and mentionable items:

• ·         Garage ceiling Insulation: To our surprise Beazer hired a contractor to install insulating above the drop ceiling in the garage at no cost to us. The space contains some plumbing that could be subject to freezing. The space is heated by a gas heating system paid for by the 900 MC Association.  The heated space supplements the comfort of the first floor as stated in the design specifications.  We expect to see the benefit over the winter months.  Hopefully, the first floor units ill d also see a reduction in the gas bills.
• ·         Elevator operation: The elevators were programmed to hold at the last floor exited rather that return to the lobby.  Some reduction in electricity consumption is expected.
• ·         Annual inspections: Our annual smoke alarm battery replacement program has been augmented to include checking on expansion tanks.  Last year, three defective expansion tanks were discovered and replaced.
• ·         Pets &  Pet Committee: This year Sentry failed to assess pet owners the $25 annual pet fee.   In 2017, the fee will be assessed in the January letter to owners. The letter will include the proper forms to register pets with 900 MC.  Expect an increase in the registration fee.
• ·         Advisories: a plan to advise owners on maintenance issues and other helpful messages have been and will continue be posted on the 900 Marshy Cove web site. Elevator Notices also updated with suggestions to avoid problems and offer solutions.
• ·         Internet links: These sites will provide information about tour community.

o   https://accesssentrymgt.com/dx/sentrywp/index.html

o   http://900marshycove.blogspot.com/

o   http://deepharbourmd.blogspot.com/

Deep Harbour Master Association

• ·         Beazer has settled a long standing debt of $66,000 with the DHMA.  The money will be used to fund reserves and operating balances.  A committee is reviewing the reserve plan and how to distribute the money.
• ·         The Beazer owned property known as TH4, and the unfinished properties of TH3, and TH5 are now subject to a Tax Lien by the city of Cambridge. This was noted in the city council Minutes of September 12, 2016.  The DHMA Board of Directors has engaged Cowie & Mott to advise us on the impact that this may have on Deep Harbour.  The Tax Lien does not pertain to any privately owned property or the property commonly owned by the DHMA.
• ·         Beazer plans to “top coat” the unfinished streets in DH.  They are responding to a DNR run-off remediation issue. No dates have been set.
• ·         Street lights have been failing at a high rate. The new LED’s were installed without surge/lightning protection devices.  It is believed that this may have caused our high failure rate.  All new bulbs and old bulbs will include surge protection. DHMA has absorbed most to the cost of replacement after the installer refused to replace all of the bulbs.  LED bulbs should last longer than HID and consume 75% less electricity.
• ·       The YMCA successfully manage the DH pool in 2016.  They will be asked to bid again in 2017.
• ·         A DH landscaping committee has been formed. Each sub-association will be represented.
• ·         Parking remains a problem within DH. Commercial Vehicles are not permitted as stated in our bylaws and Parking Policy.  New Maryland towing laws have complicated penalties.
• ·         Personal gate codes were eliminated and replaced with one code.  Many remotes were accidently disabled during the download process. This appears to have been corrected.

Stay informed.  

Send your comments to MC900@comcast.net

NEW Date for Holiday Party: Sunday, December 11, 2016

Please note that the date has been changed.

SAVE THE DATE: Holiday Party

Sunday, December 11, 2016, 4:00-6:00 PM
         

               

Prepare to celebrate the Holidays! 

Hors d'oeuvres and beverages from 4-6 PM in the lobby. Meet your friends and make some new friends. All residents, owners, and tenants are invited.

Questions?  Send them to mc900@comcast.net

SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, December 11, 2016, 4:00-6:00 PM

SAVE THE DATE: Holiday Party

Saturday, December 10, 2016, 4:00-6:00 PM
Sunday December 11,                             

Prepare to celebrate the Holidays!

We need a volunteer to chair the Holiday Party Committee.  Previous volunteers have created lists to make the job easy.

Hors d'oeuvres and beverages from 4-6 PM in the lobby. Meet your friends and make some new friends. All residents, owners, and tenants are invited.

Questions?  Send them to mc900@comcast.net

Visit http://900marshycove.blogspot.com/

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, December 10, 2016, 4:00-6:00 PM

SAVE THE DATE: Holiday Party

Saturday, December 10, 2016, 4:00-6:00 PM

Prepare to celebrate the Holidays!

We need a volunteer to chair the Holiday Party Committee.  Previous volunteers have created lists to make the job easy.

Hors d'oeuvres and beverages from 4-6 PM in the lobby. Meet your friends and make some new friends. All residents, owners, and tenants are invited.

Questions?  Send them to mc900@comcast.net

Visit http://900marshycove.blogspot.com/

New look for 900 Marshy Cove Buletin Board

Check out the new look.

Tabs have been added to the site that connect  you to pages with key information.

Now you will no longer need to search for meeting schedules, contact information.

 

http://900marshycove.blogspot.com/

 

 

 

• Home
• Sentry & Contact Information
• Meeting Schedule
• Annual Events Schedule
• Three year plan
• Fire Safety
• How can I get email updates?

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The Three year plan and annual schedule is also available.

 

What else would you like to see?

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Send your request to

mc900@comcast.net

 

 

 

Remote "Clickers" for Gates: Registration

Unfortunately, when the numerous personal gate codes were purged from the gate entry system, PIN numbers for the remote "clickers" were also deleted. (This was not the plan.)

Sentry has temporarily opened the gates to mitigate the problem until things can be resolved.

To be certain that your remote"clicker" works, please re-register your PIN number with Sentry Management.

To re-register you or remote contact Sentry by email or telephone,

email: cambridge@sentrymgt.com

Telephone: 410-221-0398

Include your name

• Building or Sub-Association
• Unit number
• Remote PIN Number(s) found on back of remote

mc900@comcast.net

Dorchester Events web site, CSR 2016

Dorchester Events

Here's what's coming up in Dorchester County on Maryland's Eastern Shore. View this email in your browser

OCTOBER 2016        EVENTS    FREE GUIDES    MEET THE PEOPLE

click here

Dorchester events

Matthew, Maybe.................Maybe Not,

A Message from Sentry Management: 

Please see the below weather update regarding Hurricane Matthew.  While it is still way too early to predict exactly what track this storm will take, we feel it is the best interest of all of you to begin to put information out regarding this storm.  Those of you that are weekender’s, it is a good idea to start making your storm preparations now in the event you cannot make it back to your home prior to any storm impacts. 

We recommend you do the following:

• Place any furniture on your balcony or patio inside or secure it to something.
• Those of you with boats should also double up your lines to ensure they stay in place. 
• Any loose items in your yard should also be stored.
• Grill covers should be either secured tightly or removed entirely. 
• Trash cans should be stored. 

As we receive additional information we will be sure to pass it along to all of you.

http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/

Major Weather Event:

The NOAA National Hurricane Center is tracking a Tropical Storm “Matthew” presently  located south of the Dominican Republic.  The NOAA models, as well as the European Model; indicate that the storm will begin to turn north on Sunday, Oct 2^nd.  Then move over the Bahamas toward Florida.  At this point the storm is predicted to become a Category II hurricane ( sustained winds 96 – 110 mph and storm surge of 6’ to 8’ ).  The models indicate that the hurricane would move along the east coast passing just off Cape Hatterus, NC on or about Wednesday, Oct 5^th.  There are a number of factors that would affect the path of the storm including a cold front moving in from the west.  However, if the storm continues along the forecast track, Matthew would begin to affect the Delmarva on or about Thursday, Oct 6^th .  The wind field with this level of storm would bring tropical force winds into most of the Eastern Shore (60 + mph in gusts).  Heavy rainfall (3” – 5” ) can be expected and could include the western shore – D.C. &  Baltimore,  Mid- Atlantic region.  As the track becomes more defined, additional notices will be sent.  Stay tuned to your local news outlet as time progresses.

Source:  NOAA, National Hurricane Center

               Miami, Florida

Todd W

Division Vice President

Sentry Management Inc

2200 Defense Highway, Ste 405

Crofton, MD  21114

(410) 721-7171 ext. 57001

(410) 721-3842 (fax)

http://maryland.sentrymgt.com

LED Street Lamps replaced, September, 2016

New Lights installed.
Eleven lights have been replaced with a different brand of LED lamps.

Multiple lights have failed throughout Deep Harbour. Given the number of failures, the manufacturer has refused to replace the lamps claiming that the problem is unique to our site.

The new bulbs have been installed around the property in strategic places.  As a preventative measure, all have been installed with a surge protectors. 

LED bulbs use a fraction of electricity compared with Incandescent, Halogen, and Compact Fluorescent bulbs.  Compared to a conventional incandescent bulb, LED's use only 15% of the electricity to produce the same amount of light.  

mc900@comcast.net

Access your Sentry 900 Marshy Cove Account

If you have not already, access your account on the Sentry Homeowner's web site.

Find answers to these questions:

• When was my last payment received?
• What is my balance?
• Why did I receive a late notice?
• What was recorded in the minutes of the last meeting?
• How do I sign up for automatic payments?

https://accesssentrymgt.com/dx/sentrywp/index.html

It's your money, your property; you need to know what is happening.

comments: mc900@comcast.net

Access your Sentry 900 Marshy Cove Account

If you have not already, access your account on the Sentry Homeowner's web site.

Find answers to these questions:

• When was my last payment received?
• What is my balance?
• Why did I receive a late notice?
• What was recorded in the minutes of the last meeting?
• How do I sign up for automatic payments?

https://accesssentrymgt.com/dx/sentrywp/index.html

It's your money, your property; you need to know what is happening.

comments: mc900@comcast.net

News Update: September 10, 2016

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News Update: (Notes from Board of Directors Meeting, September 10, 2016) Gate Codes: Effective October 3, 2016, all personal gate codes will be eliminated. One gate code will be in effect for all owners, residents, and tenants. Owners will be notified by mail. Many trespassers have used our property as a short-cut or car pool parking lot. Some former residents have also been seen using our trash dumpsters. Remotes will operate as usual. The call-up box directory also will operate as before. Safety first: It has been reported that some residents are using the entrance garage door as an exit. There are concerns that this practice may result in an accident as pedestrians and other drivers do not expect a vehicle to be exiting from that door. For Safety, all drivers are expected to exit from the west side garage door and obey the traffic signs within Deep Harbour.  Deck repairs: Five decks will be repaired as a pilot in September We are waiting on two bids. If all goes well, all deck coverings that have begun to separate will be repaired. Owners will be notified. 2017 Budget: The 2017 Budget Draft will be sent to all owners for their review. Your comments are welcome. The Board of Directors will meet to approve the budget on November 12, 2016. Pets: All residents are obliged by our Pet Policy to register their pets and to comply with the 900 Marshy Cove pet policy.  Contact Sentry Management if you need more information. 2016 FUTURE MEETINGS- 900 Marshy Cove November 12, 2016 at 10 A.M.  Regular Meeting of Directors: Budget Approval Deep Harbour Master Association October 8, 2016 at 10 A.M. - Regular Board of Directors Meeting- Budget December 10, 2016 at 10 A.M  - Regular Board of Directors Meeting DHMA Issues: Budget approval, Gate codes, Street lighting, Beazer Settlement, Topcoating of Streets, Landscaping. Location: (unless otherwise posted) Sentry Management Office, 601 Locust St., Cambridge, MD 21613 All Owners are encouraged to attend. Contact Information: Sentry Management: (410) 221-0398 email: cambridge@sentrymgt.com Go to our electronic bulletin boards for more information

http://900marshycove.blogspot.com/

http://deepharbourmd.blogspot.com/

End of Third Quarter, 2016

Update: Deck repairs: Five decks will be repaired as a pilot in September.  We are awaiting one more proposal. If all goes well, all deck coverings that have begun to separate will be repaired. Owners will be notified. Vent Cleaning: Bird nests and debris were removed and the vents have been made bird proof. Garage deck cleaning: complete. Carpet cleaning: 1-4 floor hallways. Complete. Landscape Committee: Has reviewed Marshall’s contract and is preparing recommendations for 2017. Elevator Controls: Rescue- Recall function* Bid received from Schindler for controls. Under financial review. *Rescue-Recall Function: currently our elevators will cease to operate when there is a power failure. At 700 Cattail Cove, a resident was trapped in the elevator for 45 minutes until power was restored.  One of our residents stepped off the elevator 90 seconds before the power outage. Adding the R-R function will bring the elevator to the lobby level and open the door safely. We have had five power outages in the past 12 months. Each one lasted 30 minutes to 3 hours. YOUR Suggestions are welcome for the 2017 Budget.   Forms available in the lobby. 2016 FUTURE MEETINGS- 900 Marshy Cove September 10, 2016 at 10 A.M.   Board Meeting, Budget and planning for 2017 November 12, 2016 at 10 A.M.     Budget Review and Approval Deep Harbour Master Association October 8, 2016 at 10 A.M.         Regular BOD Meeting - Budget Approval. December 10, 2016 at 10 A.M.   Regular Board of Directors Meeting DHMA Issues: Gate codes, Street lighting, Beazer Settlement, Landscaping, Location: (unless otherwise posted) Sentry Management Office, 601 Locust St., Cambridge, MD 21613 All Owners are encouraged to attend. Contact Information: Sentry Management: (410) 221-0398 email: cambridge@sentrymgt.com send comments to mc900@comcast.net

http://900marshycove.blogspot.com/

Hermine approaches Delmarva; September 2, 2016

As of 8:00a.m.  Sept 2^nd  Hurricane Hermine has now been downgraded to a tropical storm.  It has sustained winds of nearly 70 mph and is moving north northeast at 15 mph, centered just east of Charleston, SC.  The present storm track will place it at or near the Outer Banks, NC by Friday evening with winds 60 + mph in stronger gusts.  It will then move north just off the Delmarva peninsula by mid-day Saturday, Sept. 3^rd.   NOAA models and the European model are still not in agreement as to what happens next.  It does appear that the storm will stall at this point and then may move west toward the coastline between Maryland and New Jersey.  Additionally, it may become  extra – tropical as a strong Nor’easter and remain in the same location until the middle  of next week.  This could cause extensive beach erosion  along with very heavy rain that could include the Baltimore – Washington area.  Rainfall amounts with this scenario would be between 5” – 8”  in squalls on the Delmarva and 3” – 5” over the Mid-Atlantic region, along with winds 30 – 40 mph or higher.  The elements that are affecting this is one, a strong high pressure over New England with its clockwise circulation and  two, the counterclockwise circulation of the storm with their two wind fields both moving toward the coastline.  All interests in the Mid-Atlantic region should stay tuned to your local TV station and NOAA Weather Radio for updates as this event unfolds.

The tidal levels displayed do not include the effects of the impeding storm.
2.0 feet is the MHHW (Mean High-High Water)

Source:  NOAA, National Hurricane Center,  Miami, Florida