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Meeting minutes are available through the Board's secretary.
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The new meeting place was satisfactory for the size of the group attending. Many thanks to the Chad Malkus for making it available.
Some of the issues discussed:
Old business:
- Beazer has paid past condo fees to Comanco.
- The board will invest $25,000 of reserve capital in a CD. The bank will be selected shortly based on interest rate, early withdrawal terms, and other financial concerns.
- a "Transition Study" to review the building for deficiencies revealed few flaws. One concern was the loss of stone on the exterior. Freezing of water behind the mortar can dislodge the stones. Annual maintenance may be the only remedy. The open design permits water entry in the mortar cracks between the stones. To Beazer's credit, it was stated that many of the mistakes made in the original building design were not repeated at 900 Marshy Cove.
- Proposed Pet policy: The Pet Policy committee produced a 6 page draft composed of three parts: Pet Policy Provisions, Enforcement, and Registration. The board will review its content and provide comments. One of the issues will be the fees associated with pet registrations and fines. A fee of $75 per pet appears to be the median among Condo organizations. Adoption of the plan will follow condo association protocol which includes disclosure to condo owners. (details to follow in a future article.)
- Gate vandalism: The gate has been repaired and is operational. Security measures have been taken to detect and deter future incidents.
- Thermostats: Energy Star rated thermostats will be placed in selected common areas. These thermostats include daily set-back to reduce heating and cooling when spaces are unoccupied mainly at night. Two electrical contractor bids are under consideration for the work.
- Energy audit: still looking for a firm that will conduct an energy survey. Delmarva power among others do not provide this service. Do you know someone that can provide this service? please forward the information here.
New business:
- A site walk was conducted to identify possible rodent entry points. Door sweeps and other sealing measures will be proposed.
- Recycling: provision for recycling was discussed.
- Bicycle storage: All agreed that exterior storage of bicycles was not desirable. Storing bicycles in the garage requires discussions with the local Fire Marshal also known as the "Authority Having Jurisdiction" or AHJ. The garage is a sensitive area given the potential hazard due to presence of gasoline.
- Master Board: Swimming Pool hours: A request to extend hours of the pool to 7 days is under consideration. The cost impact was estimated at $5000. (to be determined.)
- Master Board financials: A request that the condo board receive Master Board financials.
- Access to 900 Marshy Cove: A request to limit access of the public for viewing Beazer's sample units. Residents would prefer to have the front doors locked. A "buzzer" entry system or limited escort practice verses the current "open" practice will be discussed with Beazer. (tbd)
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