Everything Else at 900 Marshy Cove

A lot of stuff gets discussed and sometimes resolved.

Here a list of some of the latest issues on the table.

• Security: card or fob access for front doors to replace the "MAGIC NUMBER" access system. (The front gate code was changed in June. Please don't give it to the pizza delivery man.)
• As long as Beazer has control over the Master Plan and has a sales office on site, expect the gates to be open during the day: 10 AM-6PM
• There have been several complaints of birds getting into the dryer vents and vents from bathrooms.
• A Drip line for the flowers in the front of the building instead of a sprinkler.
• The building carpets will be scheduled for cleaning by Stanley Steamer.
• Emergency lighting: went off after approx 15-20 min; but, they should have lasted between 1-1 ½ hours. The warranty may cover some of the replacement cost. New 8 hour Emergency lights will be installed in key areas. (Keep a flashlight handy anyway.)
• QEI Elevator Co. will be inspecting the building’s elevators as required by Maryland State Law.
• COMANCO has a web site for Residents. You can access you account and key notices. a letter giving you your access information was sent several weeks ago.
• Christmas Party: The board is looking for some organizers.

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More on Beazer

Read the notice posted by the Board of Directors in the elevator.
It reflects the current information on the Beazer development plan issue.

Sorry, I don't have an electronic copy to post at this time.

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Back to Beazer

If you look at the the empty lots at deep Harbour, you will see new signage advertising "Lots for Sale".


The word is that Beazer has not received final approval for their proposed plan for townhouses on the remaining sites; but, the sales process is in motion.

Standby for more information.
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One of our residents has been watching this and reported the following. (dated August 15, 2010)

"Good news. Beazer's new development plans did not pass. City planners were all over them on the poor quality of the townhouses and the poor designs. They finished with that they had been satisfied with the present town houses and were not going to approve a dumb down version so that Beazer could get out of town. Jeff Hurley, the fire chief, comments on the development plans were devastating to Beazer on the deficiencies present..He even commented on the width of the streets that did not allow for street parking. In other words, they were sent back to the drawing board. In the end, they asked that a decision not be made at present. They said they would correct the problems and come back."
THE BULLETIN BOARD IN OUR GARAGE HAS AN APPROVED COPY OF BEAZER'S DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL FOR DEEP HARBOUR. IRONICALLY, IT LOOKS THE SAME AS THE ONE THAT WAS DISAPPROVED BY THE CITY BACK IN JANUARY 2010. No apparent corrections!
QUESTIONS: (1) WHAT ABOUT THE ILLEGAL, SUBSTANDARD ROADS THAT THE FIRE CHIEF DIDN'T LIKE? DOES STA KNOW?..... No Apparent changes!
(2) WHAT HAPPENED TO THE LUXURY WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT THAT THE CAMBRIDGE CITY PLANNERS, THE CITY COUNCIL, AND OUR MAYOR WERE SUPPORTING BACK IN JANUARY? ...... Not evident again in the new submission.!
(3) WHAT HAPPENED TO BEAZER CORRECTING THE PROBLEMS?
(4) WHERE ARE THE FLOOR PLANS, THE ELEVATIONS, ETC. THAT TYPICALLY ARE SUBMITTED TO A PLANNING BOARD OR BUILDING DEPARTMENT?
(5) HAS BEAZER DONE IT AGAIN TO US? DEEP HARBOUR IS SUPPOSE TO BE A GATED COMMUNITY (that we are paying for even though the gates are always open) AT THIS LUXURY WATERFRONT COMMUNITY...
(6) WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE 'ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT' REQUIRED OF BEAZER BY THE CITY?
(7) NORMALLY, THE LOCAL NEWS PAPERS WOULD RUN BIG HEADLINES ON SUCH A LARGE FINANCIAL WIND-FALL (for the high-taxes that is) APPROVAL, YET THE PRESSES ARE QUIET........
BACK IN DECEMBER OF 2009 BEAZER CIRCULATED FLIERS THAT OFFERED THE TOWNHOUSES AT A SALE PRICE OF $149,990. SINCE THEN WE HAVE SEEN THE PRICES CRAWL UP TO $159,990.
THAT'S NOT LUXURY WATERFRONT PRICING. A MARKET ANALYSIS OF CONDOS ALONG CA TO ME!
IS IT THE WATERFRONT OR IS IT THE OLD FISH? WHICH EVER IT IS, IT STINKS!"
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Restaurant recommendation - Italiano!

One of our residents wrote:

"Highly recommend La Bella Pizzeria (1721 Race Street, Cambridge - 410-221-8082)
We found La Bella Pizzeria this past year, and trust me, since we're Italian, it passes muster!
The eggplant parmigiana is out of this world -- not breaded either. Salads are generous and tasty. And, you can buy pizza by the slice or order your own to eat-in or take-out. Gourmet, thin napoletano or square thick sicilian pizza. Toasted panini and stromboli, calzones and other entrees such as fettuccine alfredo, stuffed eggplant, baked manicotti, lasagna, etc. Whole wheat pasta available upon request.
There's much more on the menu, and I left a few downstairs this weekend. Not limited to Italian cuisine as you can get a steak, hoagies, burgers, wraps. Check out the specials that change daily. Have a cappuccino or espresso as well.
Not to forget the kids: There's chicken tenders, spaghetti and meatballs, and cheese ravioli if the kids don't want pizza.

A former Baltimore chef started this restaurant here in Cambridge. Everything fresh. He bakes rolls and breads, and makes desserts such as tiramisu and cannoli. The atmosphere is basic, but the food delicious and price wise, very reasonable. The eggplant parm with spaghetti comes with small salad and bread, costing $11.99. Incredible. And it's truly two meals worth unless you like huge portions (which they are for some).

Right now, I think delivery is only for businesses and for orders over $30. But you can call ahead and then pick up/take out.

We love it! Try it out 'cause when there's a new place you really like, you have to promote it or patronize."

Now that's a recommendation!
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Painter

At last we received a reference for a house painter.

Welsh's Painting Service
(240) 876-1033

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Looking for Board Members

900 Marshy Cove will be losing one of our board members.

If you are interested in the position, contact one of the current board members.

If you need an email address of a board member, send me a note at MC900@comcast.net

(For privacy reasons, this blog site will not publish personal information.)

Insurance Information for 900 MC

You may be in the same situation.

A resident wrote:
"I received notice today that the insurance at 900 Marshy Cove is due on September 22 and need to get a copy of the renewal or new insurance provider information sent to my mortgage company. I checked the Comanco web site to see if there was any on formation there regarding our insurance but there’s nothing posted. It would be nice to have the policy posted here for downloading so it can be sent/faxed to our mortgage holders."

Comanco's response:
"You can obtain the info by contacting Kurt Riehl with State Farm. You will get this letter every year from your mortgage company what it is renewal time. Call 410/228-1358 and ask for a certificate of insurance for 900 Marshy and they will send it to you."

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(note: Sorry that I haven't been posting lately. I've been very busy at work.)