Skybridge Condominium Association Board Minutes

April 12, 2007

 

The tenth meeting of the Board of Directors of the Skybridge Condominium Association was convened on April 12, 2007 at 7:33 PM in the Fitness Center on the 36th Floor. The following directors were present: Joseph Bardusk, Jeffrey Hoosin, Joseph Kerbleski, David March, and Garry Zimmerman

Management was represented by Andreas Holder, Draper and Kramer Supervisor and Steven P. Hanna, Skybridge Property Manager.

 

Jeffrey Hoosin began the meeting by establishing a quorum. He then called for the election of officers of the Board of Directors.

 

Election of the Officers of the Board of Directors

David March nominated Joe Kerbleski for Board Secretary. The nomination was seconded by Garry Zimmerman and approved unanimously by the Board. The meeting was then turned over to the Secretary. Joe Kerbleski asked for a nomination for Board President. Garry Zimmerman nominated Jeffrey Hoosin for Board President. The nomination was seconded by Joe Bardusk and approved unanimously by the Board. Jeffrey Hoosin then resumed control of the meeting and asked for a nomination for Board Treasurer. Joe Bardusk nominated Garry Zimmerman as Board Treasurer. The nomination was seconded by Joe Kerbleski and approved unanimously by the Board.

 

Approval of February 27, 2007 Skybridge Board Meeting Minutes

Jeffrey Hoosin began the meeting by calling for approval of the February 27, 2007 Skybridge Board Meeting Minutes.  Joe Kerbleski moved for approval of the February 27, 2007 Skybridge Board Meeting Minutes.  The motion was seconded by Garry Zimmerman and approved unanimously by the Board.

RESOLVED: Approval of February 27, 2007 Skybridge Board Meeting Minutes.

 

The next item on the agenda was the President’s report, provided by Jeffrey Hoosin.

Good evening and welcome to the Skybridge Condominium Association’s Open Board Meeting.

Since Management will cover most items tonight during and extensive Management report I will keep my report short. I did want to mention that Eric Wells from Tunnel Vision has joined us tonight in order to answer any questions that may arise from the difficulties we have experienced with the changeover to the new cable system. If there are any questions during the open session, Eric will answer them at that time.

 

 

The next item on the agenda was the management report, provided by Steve Hanna.

1. Cable Update: As most residents are aware, we experienced some issues with regard to the changeover from the old system. To briefly explain what occurred, when Tunnel Vision began the task of reassigning the cable boxes located in the utility room in order to fit more channels on the basic system, they began to notice that the boxes were not holding the signal. In order for a satellite system to work, each channel must have its own cable box and receive its own signal from the satellite. The boxes for some reason were not “catching” this signal.

As of today these boxes have been fixed and the system is running as it should. Again, owners will be able to ask questions during open session when Eric will be able to more fully explain the situation.

 

2. Amendments to the Declarations: To date we have approximately 45% support for the amendment to stagger the terms of the Board Members and approximately 32% support for the amendment to change the requirements for a quorum. A letter has been generated and will be sent out to those owners who have not yet voted.

 

3. Audit Update: Chris Nyborg, came to the Management Office Thursday, April 5, 2007 to begin the process of reviewing the financials and invoices. Management expects the draft of the forensic audit completed by mid-June. The 2006 audit will follow.

 

4. Façade Inspection: The City of Chicago mandates that high-rises inspect their façade every four years by “touching” 100% of each corner of the property and 50% of each wall. The Board will vote on a contract with HPZS to perform this work. We have scheduled the inspection to be completed after the window washing. This will help the building to save money on the cost of staging the property for the inspection. Service One (the window washing company) has already assisted in the first inspection; therefore they are familiar with the rigging. We expect this project to begin in May.

 

5. Driveway Canopy Lights: Management has obtained a quote from White Way Sign to repair the faulty ballasts, replace all of the lights and then maintain those lights on a monthly basis. We have had some difficulty scheduling Olympic Sign to come out and view the canopy. As soon as a second quote is obtained, the Board will vote on the contract and the work will be completed.

 

6. Window Washing: The window washing has begun and they are behind schedule as of today due to weather, however there have been no issues with this project to date.

 

7. Waste Receptacle Update: I contacted Allied Receptacle to inquire about the container and was informed that the piece which weighs the can down was not shipped. Since that time they have shipped the weight, along with a new set of mounting hardware. I expect these materials shortly and will begin the process of placing it outside as soon as possible.

 

8. Power Washing of Front Entrance: Maintenance will schedule this work to be performed as soon as the weather warms up and many of the ongoing projects have been completed. I expect this work to be completed in the next 2-3 weeks.

 

9. Assistant Search: Management has hired a part-time administrative assistant to help with the day-to-day office work. She will begin next Tuesday.

 

10. Window Screens: Some residents have inquired about window and balcony door screens that have either gone missing and are in need of repair. Currently maintenance has been interviewing several companies to determine who can best suit the needs of this property. This issue with the screens is that they are not a standard size, nor are the units all similar. Companies that have been used in the past have not been able to exactly match the screens. Those residents who have contacted the Management Office have been informed that we are working on the situation as quickly as possible.

 

Once a company has been chosen, a notice will go out to the residents asking if they are in need of any repairs or replacement screens. This will help to determine the size of the order which may also help in reducing the cost.

 

11. Units Sold by Developer: Below is an update on how many units the developer has sold from November– April 4, 2007.

 

November:       9 Units             and       10 Parking Spaces

December:        2 Units             and       2 Parking Spaces

January:            4 Units             and       5 Parking Spaces

February:          2 Units             and       2 Parking Spaces

March:             4 Units             and       4 Parking Spaces

April:                1 Unit               and       1 Parking Space

 

As of April 4, 2007 the developer still owns:

 

20 Units or 9.05%

50 Parking Spaces or 17.92%

 

The next items on the Agenda were the Committee Reports

 

Operations:  Provided by: Jeffrey Hoosin, Chair

There is nothing to report at this time. No meeting was held.

 

Financial:  Provided by: Garry Zimmerman, Chair

No information at this time.

 

House and Grounds:  Provided by: Joseph Kerbleski, Chair

The committee continues to work on the various tasks of the lobby painting and other beautification projects. Steve Hanna mentioned that Management met with the lobby painters and had a few changes that will be presented to the Committee before the project begins. The painting of the ceiling and other areas that are not affected by the changes to the initial project will begin as soon as possible.

 

Rules and Regulations: Provided by: David March, Chair

The committee continues to work on the Rules and Regulations. The Board hoped to have an opinion on the Pet Rules from the Association’s counsel however Management has not yet obtained that opinion. Once the committee has had a chance to review the opinion, the Board will vote to approve those rules.

 

Engineering:  Provided by: Joe Bardusk, Chair

The Committee is finalizing the engineer’s report and obtaining proposals for some of the work required in the building. Management, the Chief Engineer and the Committee Chairman met again to finalize the report. The Board will be given the draft report to review and approve.

 

Social:  Provided by: Vanessa Alcocer – Chair

Vanessa reported that she will be scheduling a spring BBQ and a sushi party in the near future.

 

 

 

MOTIONS

 

Approval of the Gas Contract

Garry Zimmerman motioned for approval of the Gas Contract.  The motion was seconded by Joe Bardusk and approved unanimously by the Board.

RESOLVED:Be it resolved that the Board of Directors of the Skybridge Condominium Association approve Gas Contracts with Prospect Resources and Constellation New Energy Division to manage the gas consumption of Skybridge from April 2007 through March 2009.”

 

Approval of the City Mandated Façade Inspection

Joe Kerbleski motioned for approval of the City Mandated Façade Inspection. The motion was seconded by David March and approved unanimously by the Board

RESOLVED: “Be it resolved that the Board of Directors approve the critical façade inspection contract with HPZS not to exceed $18,000 for the 2007 city mandated critical façade inspection.”

 

 

Approval of the HVAC Chemical Contract

Joe Bardusk motioned for approval of the HVAC Chemical Contract with WET. The motion was seconded by David March and approved unanimously by the Board.

RESOLVED: “Be it resolved that the Board of Directors approve the HVAC chemical treatment contract with W.E.T in the amount of $830/month for a term of one year.”

 

Approval of the Loading Dock Garage Door Maintenance Contract

David March motioned for approval of the Loading Dock Garage Door Maintenance Contract. The motion was seconded by Garry Zimmerman and approved unanimously by the Board

RESOLVED: “Be it resolved that the Board of Directors approve the maintenance contract on the loading dock door from Door Systems in the amount of $874.00 per year.”

 

Approval of the Driveway Canopy Repair and Maintenance Contracts

This motion has been tabled until further proposals can be supplied to the Board for their review.

 

Approval of the Pet Rules and Regulations

This motion has been tabled until an opinion can be obtained from the Association’s counsel.

 

 

The motion to adjourn was made by Garry Zimmerman and approved unanimously.

RESOLVED: That the meeting be adjourned at 8:25 PM.

 

Respectfully Submitted,

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Joseph Kerbleski, April 12, 2007

Secretary