Sunday, June 28, 2009
Boat illegally tied up to our fishing pier.
A boater illegally tied up to our fishing pier. The Sheriff's Department was notified and in about 10 minutes two Deputies arrived at ITC. The Deputies were advised that a resident had told the boater that he could not tie up to the pier but he ignored the warning stating he was visiting someone who lived at ITC. The Deputies finally found the boater and told him to leave. The boater complied.
Roofing Update & Parking Obstruction
The final phase of the roofing project will begin Monday, Jun 29, 09. The contractor will be using a crane to lift materials up to the roof. The crane will be set up in various locations, in the drive way, along the front (south) side of both towers.
If you have a parking slot in the carports, in front of either tower, park somewhere else Sunday night. Otherwise you may wind up blocked in by the crane.
If you have a parking slot in the carports, in front of either tower, park somewhere else Sunday night. Otherwise you may wind up blocked in by the crane.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Trespassers & Theft
The problem of trespassers and theft are not just a problem for us. I was informed by a resident of Mediterranean Manor, that they have had trespassers searching for unlocked cars. When an unlocked car is found, anything of value is stolen. The Sheriff was called and they caught a thief. He confessed to his method of operation.
There are three morals to this story:
1. make sure you always lock your car;
2. make sure you never leave anything of value in your car;
3. call the Sheriff if you see anything suspicious. The non-emergency number is 727-582-6200. Put the number on your speed dial list, and test it to make sure that it works. Don't be afraid to call. The Sheriff will come and investigate. Even if they arrive too late, their presence will tell anyone watching that we are watching too. And we will call the Sheriff's Department, so move on and look for an easier target.
There are three morals to this story:
1. make sure you always lock your car;
2. make sure you never leave anything of value in your car;
3. call the Sheriff if you see anything suspicious. The non-emergency number is 727-582-6200. Put the number on your speed dial list, and test it to make sure that it works. Don't be afraid to call. The Sheriff will come and investigate. Even if they arrive too late, their presence will tell anyone watching that we are watching too. And we will call the Sheriff's Department, so move on and look for an easier target.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Board Meeting: Jun 23, 09, summary
The complete minutes should be posted at http://www.condominiumassociates.com/, sometime next week. The key points of the meeting are as follows:
1. Contracts and purchases approved by the Board:
a. Piper Fire: approved a $3,600 contract to repair a rusting pipe in the east tower fire pump room. The contract includes demolition/pouring new concrete and replacing rusted pipe.
b. Bay Side Sandblasting: approved a $4,100 contract for cleaning first floor sidewalks, patios, shuffle board area, and curbs.
c. Bay Area Window Cleaning: approved a $3,360 contract for one time cleaning of the exterior of windows/sliding glass door/window sills, and dry brushing screens. It was confirmed that the contractor can clean the windows & screens without entering the units. Steve suggested that we hold off until all renovation are done.
d. New grill: approve purchase of new grill that will function better in high wind conditions. The old grill is pretty well rusted out. The grill should be in before the Fourth of July Party.
2. Establishment of special assessment surplus accounts: the Finance Committee recommended the establishment of three surplus special assessment account (Master, East, & West), in order to reduce the overall number of accounts we have to manage. These three take the place of the seven special assessment accounts we previously had. Also, any other special assessment repairs will be funded directly from these accounts, instead of starting new account for each repair project. Two projects currnetly scheduled to be funded from these accounts are the installation of new 3" main water lines, and the installation of hard wired smoke detectors. Both projects were previously approved by the Board. (NOTE: Jodie Cannon reported water and sand seeping onto the asphalt where the current 3" water main pipe was repaired.)
3. Trespassers: the following incidents were mentioned at the meeting:
a. teenagers seen congregating in or near the carports;
b. one owner has reported his car being broken into;
c. two teenage girls spotted going into the outside pool maintenance room;
d. female trespasser using the pool at night;
e. one resident reported a large plant container stolen of her front entryway.
4. Pinellas Sheriff's non-emergency number 727-582-6200: anytime you see anything suspicious, call the Sheriff. They will come and investigate the complaint. There is no need to confront anyone, that is the sheriff's job. Even if they arrive late, it will set anyone watching on notice that someone will call the police. Put this number on your speed dial, and test it to make sure it works. Don't be afraid to call, that is what the Sheriff is there for, and they will investigate.
1. Contracts and purchases approved by the Board:
a. Piper Fire: approved a $3,600 contract to repair a rusting pipe in the east tower fire pump room. The contract includes demolition/pouring new concrete and replacing rusted pipe.
b. Bay Side Sandblasting: approved a $4,100 contract for cleaning first floor sidewalks, patios, shuffle board area, and curbs.
c. Bay Area Window Cleaning: approved a $3,360 contract for one time cleaning of the exterior of windows/sliding glass door/window sills, and dry brushing screens. It was confirmed that the contractor can clean the windows & screens without entering the units. Steve suggested that we hold off until all renovation are done.
d. New grill: approve purchase of new grill that will function better in high wind conditions. The old grill is pretty well rusted out. The grill should be in before the Fourth of July Party.
2. Establishment of special assessment surplus accounts: the Finance Committee recommended the establishment of three surplus special assessment account (Master, East, & West), in order to reduce the overall number of accounts we have to manage. These three take the place of the seven special assessment accounts we previously had. Also, any other special assessment repairs will be funded directly from these accounts, instead of starting new account for each repair project. Two projects currnetly scheduled to be funded from these accounts are the installation of new 3" main water lines, and the installation of hard wired smoke detectors. Both projects were previously approved by the Board. (NOTE: Jodie Cannon reported water and sand seeping onto the asphalt where the current 3" water main pipe was repaired.)
3. Trespassers: the following incidents were mentioned at the meeting:
a. teenagers seen congregating in or near the carports;
b. one owner has reported his car being broken into;
c. two teenage girls spotted going into the outside pool maintenance room;
d. female trespasser using the pool at night;
e. one resident reported a large plant container stolen of her front entryway.
4. Pinellas Sheriff's non-emergency number 727-582-6200: anytime you see anything suspicious, call the Sheriff. They will come and investigate the complaint. There is no need to confront anyone, that is the sheriff's job. Even if they arrive late, it will set anyone watching on notice that someone will call the police. Put this number on your speed dial, and test it to make sure it works. Don't be afraid to call, that is what the Sheriff is there for, and they will investigate.
Repair of damaged carport roof, East Tower
Pyramid Alum. just started the repairs on the roof of the east tower's south carport. The repair is being hampered by rains, but should be completed early next week. Southern Roofing, or one of it's subs is paying for the repairs.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Save www.islandtowersdunedin.blogspot.com, to your Favorites
I asked to let everyone know that the quickest way to get to www.islandtowersdunedin.blogspot.com, is to save it in your "Favorites" file.
Monthly Tues. Board Meeting, Jun 23, 09, 6:00 PM
Monthly board meetings are conducted at 6:00 PM, on the 4th Tuesday, of each month. This month's meeting is Tuesday, Jun 23, 09. I going to see if the agenda and monthly board packages can be posted at http://www.condominiumassociates.com/.
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