Board Meeting Summary, April 2014

Building Repointing
Please note, building repointing of the exterior brick is scheduled to begin tomorrow, Wednesday, May 7. Some scaffolding may be erected. The workers will be mindful of folks below, but please also be mindful of them above!

Landscaping and Tree Removal
The tree of heaven has been removed!  The Board is considering options for “beautifying” the stump. We have also applied for a DDOT city tree planting program in hopes of planting a new tree in the yard. Additionally, in the next three weeks, new Emerald Green Arborvitae will be planted as well as a number of perennials and annuals to bring color to our yard.

Please be advised that dogs are still not permitted in the yard to allow the plants and grass to take root and thrive.  The Board will revisit this decision after Labor Day.

Grill
Spring is here (reluctantly it seems).  The grill will be placed in the yard by this weekend.  Please remember to use the Grill Calendar to reserve the grill.

Laundry Machines
The Board has approved a new contract for laundry machines.  We will continue to use the current machines until the “smart” technology is available, at which time new machines will be installed.  We will keep you informed as we receive updates and a date certain for the new machine installation, but anticipate the date will be in June.

Lobby Renovation
The interior designer has begun work and the Board anticipates receiving design ideas in a few weeks. 
New Callbox
The Board approved the purchase and installation of a new callbox.  Information will be forthcoming about the installation schedule, which should only take one day.  Prior to installation, the Board will be requesting from each owner/resident the phone number that should be associated with the callbox in order to clean up the callbox records.

Things to come
In the coming months, the Board and TDW will be addressing the following items: 
  • Additional storage lockers in the maintenance room: we are currently looking at design options to optimize the space and storage requests.
  • Repainting the stairwell between the lobby and the basement, as well as all unit doors.
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As always, feel free to send your questions, comments, praise, or random thoughts to board@thenewplaza.com.

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