The November, 2014 issues is here.
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Annual General Meeting, June 10, 2014
Auditor’s Report: the 2013 report was approved and the same auditing firm was selected for this year. Minutes of 2013 AGM: the minutes were approved Board activity: appreciation was expressed for the Board’s work Election of Directors: Christopher Morris accepted a one-year position; elected for three-year terms: Mohammad Ashoori, Doug Brandy, Chris Bulman If you would like more info please contact me.
April 6 town hall
Fire system upgrade: The safety of all residents is our #1 priority. We have an older fire protection system that will eventually need replacement. Your Board has engaged outside experts to advise us on what we will need to do and when.
Swimming pool: We are seeking renegotiation of our current agreement with the neighboring building.
New windows: Preliminary data suggest we have realized significant energy savings with the installation of new windows and other conservation measures.
Volunteers: The Board thanks everyone who has helped with landscaping, newsletters, dinners and recycling. You make our community a better place to live.
AGM: Tentative date is Tuesday, June 10. There will be 4 Director positions open for election. We encourage owners to consider serving our community on the next Board.
March newsletter
The March, 2014 issue is here.
April town hall
The Board will update you and hear your input on current issues.
Sunday, April 6, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., Perrier Room
Ontario’s Condo Guide
This guide will help you make informed decisions when buying a condo. It will also take you through your rights and responsibilities as a condo owner.
Building Committee
Are you a building trade person, technician, engineer, or are you technically inclined?
The Building Committee is looking for additional members to deal with anything from foundation to roof, electrical, plumbing, concrete, etc.
We look at things that need to be done, formulate proposals, provide the Board with small and large project suggestions, and make plans turn into reality.
Interested? Please contact Cheryl in the office and we will get back to you.
Communication Committee
Our committee is seeking new members. We are involved in:
- this website
- newsletters
- posted notices
- preparation for town halls
- surveys
Please contact me to get involved.
Religious and cultural holidays
Best wishes to all who observe in 2014:
Ash Wednesday, March 5
St. Patrick’s Day, March 17
Good Friday, April 18
Easter, April 20
Last day of Passover, April 22
Mother’s Day, May 11
Air conditioners – prep for winter
Your wall-mounted air conditioner must be prepared for winter so it cannot allow any cold air to enter your unit through the air conditioner opening and freeze the heating pipes below. Owners could be liable for any damage as even a tiny air leak admitting cold air could lead to pipe freezing. Please refer to the example below. It shows an insulated wooden box whose joints are sealed with caulking, covering the air conditioner on the balcony side.
Interior of insulated box
Insulated box, rotated
Box cover in place
Close-up of caulking around box
It is essential that the connection joint between the box and the outside wall is also completely airtight. This can be achieved through caulking all four sides.
If a pliable seal is located between the wall and the box it is still necessary to apply aluminum foil tape, or other air tight tape, over the joint between the wall and the box. Again, all four sides need to be done.
If you’re handy you could do similar work yourself but you might prefer to hire a contractor.
– Doug Brandy, updated November 18, 2014