Summary of July 25, 2013, ECA Board Meeting

Board Present: Dr. David Robinson, Jim Jones, John McNerney, Dr. Alfred Muller, Steven Schattman, Jim Vuko

Board Absent:  Ted Ariev

President’s Report

Management: Jim Santos has been promoted to Legum & Norman Regional Director. Terence Lee is the new ECA General Manager. The ECA Board reviewed many applications before selecting Mr. Lee.

  

New members appointed to the Budget Committee (John, McNerney, Woody Cunningham, Peg Downey, Jerry Feldman, Joe Salcetti, and one more) and the Design Control Committee. New members invited to work with other committees.

Mail Box Hall: new design under consideration due to damage caused by congestion in the hallway.

Committees

Social Committee now headed by Judy Gann and Linda Robinson. Deborah Ariev resigned. Social events planned include: Halloween party, Winter Holiday Party, reception for Annual Meeting in May,  Spring picnic. Other events may be added if volunteers come forth.

Old Business

n  Archive canopy repair completed.

n  Storage space clean up nearly done.

n  Cleaning of Ducts and fans almost completed.

New Business

--Fire alarm agreement with Montgomery County done. As part of the new fire alarm system, cameras will be installed on each floor.

--Carbon monoxide detection system is now tied to a new ventilation system for all garage levels.

--An improved system for roof anchors was agreed upon, with an additional eight anchors need,

--3 new Dell computers for management office will replace the the two extant computers that are ten years old.

--61 owners are interested in exploring purchase of new fan coil units. Price will soon be available.

--Two treadmills need repair, parts are ordered.

Comments from Floor

--Smoking on Balconies, information offered about 8101 Connecticut Ave that have a ban on smoking contrary to our legal advice.

--Some issues with pool staff, especially in the evenings. Management will contact pool management company.

--Parking on G1—commercial units have been given access to guest parking at no cost in accordance with house rules.

--Eco Beco will return for more energy savings.

--Issues with renters who improperly dispose of unwanted items. Can owners be fined? Can renters be given orientation about use of trash rooms, recycling, disposal of unwanted items.