Deck Repairs, August 2018

Deck Repairs:

Many units have experienced de-lamination of the vinyl decking material.  Many have been repaired using Association reserve funds. 

Please inspect your deck. If the edges are curling upward, please report it.  Water will damage the materials under the vinyl decking if not sealed. We are trying to seal all decks before temperatures drop in the fall. 

Please place a note in the suggestion box with your unit number.  If you are unsure about your deck condition, an inspection can be arranged.

Regards, George B President mc900@comcast.net

Questions? Contact Sentry Management

cambridge@sentrymgt.com

410-221-0398

Curled deck edge

FOBS? FAQs & Status as 0f July 28, 2018

FAQ: When will the 900 Marshy Cove FOBS start working?
Answer: unknown

The original call box failed on April.
We purchased the system in May,
The hardware was installed in early June.
As of today, 41 of the 48 units in our building have received fobs.
We are waiting on Sentry and Bay Country to load the fob numbers into the door controller.
They have had technical problems configuring the system.

The call box is a separate system. 
No residents' information has been entered to date.

The system was to be fully operational on July 6.
Regards, George B

Smoke Alarms: Seven units to go to 100% compliance

To: Owners at 900 Marshy Cove,

Re: Smoke Detectors in Units

Effective January 1, 2018, Maryland Law requires all residential smoke detectors to be replaced every ten years and with “ten-year battery” units. Our building type and construction date require that they are to be replaced with hardwired, interconnected smoke alarms, Regular battery types do not comply with the Maryland State Law.

Compliance

In the condo association’s effort to achieve 100% compliance, we are asking all owners to upgrade your unit’s smoke alarms to the 2018 standard.  If you particip[ated in our upgrade program, no action is necessary. If you have upgraded your system independently, please contact Sentry or the board by email at mc900@comcast.net.

If no record of the upgrade is received by August 31, the board will take action to install the smoke alarms and assess the unit owner’s account for the materials and labor. This action is supported by the association’s bylaws.

Life Cycle of Smoke Alarms

Smoke alarms do not last forever and units that are 10 years old are near the end of their service life and must be replaced. Both hard-wired and battery-operated alarms are equally affected by age. Just like any electrical appliance, the circuitry and components of smoke alarms wear out over time. When a smoke alarm reaches 10 years of use, the potential of failing to detect a fire increases substantially and replacing units after 10 years

Replacement Program

The replacement of smoke detectors in units is the responsibility of each owner. Our smoke detectors are hard-wired and should be replaced by a certified electrician.  They cannot be replaced with non-hardwired smoke alarms. 

To expedite the replacement of unit smoke detectors, the 900 Marshy Cove Condo Association has organized a program with a professional electrician.  You can take advantage of the program by submitting the attached form (Smoke Alarm Form- click here) and returning it to the 900MC Condo Association in care of Sentry Management or depositing it the suggestion box in the lobby. You may, of course, hire your own service provider or contact Max Myers directly.  Let us know when the work is complete.

The estimated cost will be $265 for 4 ten-year hard-wired smoke detectors which include installation. All but, seven units are compliant,

Continued non-compliance puts us all at risk as well as affecting insurance coverage. Compliance is mandated by law.

Note: The smoke alarms inside our units are not connected to the fire evacuation alarm.

Questions:   mc900@comcast.net

Next Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors: 

Saturday,  September 8, 2018 , 10:00 AM

Dorchester Historic Society Event, July 18, 12:00 PM

Experiencing Nanticoke History

Facebook link to the event
  

· Hosted by Dorchester County Historical Society

• Wednesday, July 18 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT

• Dorchester County Historical Society 1003 Greenway Dr, Cambridge, Maryland 21613

Special Meeting of the DHMA, July 6, 2018

Deep Harbour Master Association

AGENDA

Special Meeting of the Board of Directors

Friday, July 6, 2018: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Offices of Sentry Management Co., 3^rd floor,

601 Locust St., Cambridge, MD   21613

1.      Call to Order (opening time: _________)

a.       Roll call, attendees

2.      Board of Directors

a.       Proof of quorum

3.      Old Business: Gated Community

a.       Current security problems at DH

b.      Completion of Fence line at DH

c.       Discussion of solutions

d.      Fencing, pedestrian gates

e.       Review of proposal by Nanticoke Fence

f.       Approval of funding.

4.      Adjournment (closing time: ___________)

deepharbour@comcast.net

The POOL is open. Come sparkle with us!

Many thanks to the YMCA for their diligence.  

Some residents have commented that the pool "sparkles" 

"We've never seen it look so good".  

Kudos also goes to Joe R, for his continued dedication to a higher standard. Multiple improvements to the equipment have been made. The work included resurfacing of the pool, a new cover, and a storage shed.  All of these upgrades we sorely needed after 12 years of use.  

This weekend will be perfect for a dip in the shallow end or a splash in the deep end.  

Come to the pool to escape the 90-degree weather. 

Pool wristbands can be obtained from Sentry.  

Come to the pool to get more information. 

Don't forget the July 4th Pool Party, 

This event has always been a great time. 

It's time to sparkle!

deepharbour@comcast.net

Pool Party, July 4, 2018

DEEP HARBOUR 

Wednesday, July 4th, NOON to 5 PM

All Deep Harbour Residents and Their Guests Invited

PRICE OF ADMISSION:   

BRING A SNACK, SALAD, DESSERT, or COVERED DISH

Bring Your Own Beverages- no glass in pool area please

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT BOARDS AVAILABLE!!

Wear Pool Passes if you have them; sign up for pool passes if you don’t.  

Deep Harbour Master Association Pool Committee

deepharbour@comcast.net

Oprey Nest at DH

OSPREY PHOTOS

These photos were taken from 900 Marshy Cove over the past weeks,

amazing pics! https://bayphotosbydonna.com/ 

The nest is located at the Deep Harbour Marina.
Thanks to Mike and Lyn for setting the stage.

Many thanks to Donna for the photographs.

NOTICE!

On Friday, June 15, 2018, the garage floor will be power washed.

Work will begin at 8:00AM

·       ~   Please remove your vehicles from the garage for the day.

·      ~   Please remove your shopping carts and any loose items 

·      ~    Bicycles in the rack can remain.

***

Also, on Friday, June 15, 2018, 

the hallway carpets will be cleaned.

·       ~ Please remove any hallway decorations

      

***

Thank you for your cooperation,

900 Marshy Cove Board of Directors &

Sentry Management

mc900@comcast.net

FOBS IN THE LOB-by

All residents at 900 Marshy Cove,

Fob distribution will begin today June 3, 2018

Sunday:  11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Monday:   3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

More dates will be announced.

You will be asked for contact information for the system.

The access system will allow access by the presentation of a FOB. All FOB’s will be registered. If a FOB is lost, it can be de-activated. The system includes a call box for visitor access. Each unit will be assigned two FOB’s. Extra FOB’s can be purchased. ($8.00 each), no more than 5 fobs will be assigned to a unit.

What is a FOB?

It is a device that fits on your keychain: an electronic key. The electronic chip inside activates the reader and unlocks the door.

Questions?  Comments? 

mc900@comcast.net

George B, Unit 408 
President, MCCA

more information

To: all Unit owners at 900 Marshy Cove

From: 900 Marshy Cove Board of Directors and Sentry Management

Re: New building security: Access Control System

Access control has been upgraded better manage entry to our building. The universal code will be eliminated at a future date. All residents will present a fob or electronic key to enter the lobby. Fobs fit on any key chain.

To properly manage access, we need your assistance by providing your contact information and where appropriate, your tenants’ information.

The system is composed of two components: The fob readers for regular residents and the call box for visitors.

Fob System: Each unit will be assigned two fobs. Extra fobs can be purchased for $8.00 each. A maximum of 3 extra per unit may be purchased.

Call box: A visitor can use the call box to contact a resident to open the door. For this to be operational, a name, unit number, and phone number will be required. The call box will call the registered phone number.  After a conversion, the resident can press “9” to open the door. The phone number can be a cell or landline. If a cell phone, the door can be opened from off-site.

Distribution of fobs: Once we have your contact information for entry, a pair of fobs will be assigned to your unit. Need extras? Include a payment of $8.00 each, check only. Fobs will be distributed in the lobby or by pick-up. A more detailed announcement will be made shortly.

If you rent, your tenants will be given the first two fobs. Return of fobs from tenants should be included with your closing checklist. Owners may purchase extras at $8.00 each. Fob’s will not be distributed to tenants unless a copy of the lease has been filed with Sentry Management.

What is a fob?

It is a device that fits on your keychain: an electronic key. The electronic chip inside activates the reader and unlocks the door. If lost, the fob can be de-activated.

mc900@comcast.net

George Breig, Unit 408
President, MCCA

Entering the lobby from the front door:

As a visitor: The visitor will enter the resident’s unit number or search the directory. Follow the instructions to place a phone call to the resident.  The resident’s land line or cell phone will ring. The visitor can introduce him/herself on the embedded telephone. At that time, the resident may elect to press “9” to unlock the door.  If a cell phone is used the door can be opened for a visitor remotely. 

Residents may elect not to list Their unit number or name.

As a resident, i.e., tenant or owner: Present the fob to the black rectangle on the call box. You will hear a beep. After a 3-second time delay, the door will unlock. After the delay, the handicap button will also be enabled.

There will be no general access codes except for emergency services. Regular delivery services will be given a fob. This includes UPS, USPS, and others.

As always exiting is by motion sensor or by pressing the exit button on the wall.

Entering the Lobby from the Garage: The current keypad lock will remain in place. It will function as before. You may also present your fob which will open the door.

Lost fob? Keep you fob on your regular keychain. If you do happen to lose it, call Sentry immediately to de-activate it. If you find it, it can be re-activated. The door controller records all fob transactions. If a fob has been de-activated, the door won’t open, but the attempt will be recorded.

Adjustment to change: For the next few weeks, the current code entry will remain. Once fobs have been distributed and activated, we will transition to fob and call box operation only.  Elevator and blog site notices will be posted at the time.

mc900@comcast.net

George B, Unit 408
President, MCCA

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