Meeting minutes for April 2017 Board Meeting
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Monday, April 10, 2017
President: Brien Sherman
Vice President: (Vacant)
Treasurer: Jay Heath Secretary:
Shaun Ross (absent)
Member At Large: Anand Singla
Association Manager: Jack Taylor
Homeowners Forum
● No homeowner was present this month. Meeting was called to order at 6:40pm. The March, 2017 minutes were approved as written.
Treasurer’s Reports
For period ending March 31st, 2017
Bank, Savings and Investment Accounts
Checking: $28,452.61
Washington Federal Replacement Reserve: $279,170.51
Sound Credit Union Savings: $127,465.58
Umpqua Bank 17 month CD: $237,660.02
Petty Cash: $100.00
Total Assets: $672,849.72
Committee Reports
● No updates from across the alley.
● Several dozen flower bulbs were planted in the courtyard garden to replace the diseased Pieris shrubs and Maple trees. Four Hostas were also added. Funds for these new plants were donated by homeowners.
Security
● No vehicles or lockers were reported broken into this past month.
● Package were rifled and items were stolen this month. Pick up your packages promptly. If possible, have them shipped to a secure address. Boxes left for extended periods are tempting.
Rules
● Recycling reminders: The Ambassador recycling and garbage rules follow City of Seattle requirements. Refer to the City website or the regular mailings for what is considered recycling and what is trash. A recent copy is posted next to the recycling containers.
Old Business
● The wet weather has once again postponed roof repairs. We are in contact with the vendor who is keeping us updated.
● Window and vent cleaning was completed in early April.
● Volunteers wanted to serve on the Board. Please come to a meeting if interested. Meetings are the second Monday of the month. This is a fixed date.
New Business
● Replacement of the emergency lights has begun. All non-functioning hall and garage units have been upgraded with modern LED fixtures. The remainder will be replaced as funds permit.
● All leak repairs are finally complete. Our operating account is severely depleted as a result. Some upgrades and services will be postponed until our operating reserves have been replenished. Fortunately, Ambassador I annual reimbursements are due soon. Once again we encourage non-resident owners to inspect their tenant occupied units on a regular basis.
● It is that time of year when windows are starting to open. Residents with dogs are strongly urged to keep them quiet and under control both inside and outside the unit. There are 64 households in three buildings facing the courtyard who may be disturbed or awakened by barking dogs. The barking is worst in the evening and early morning hours.
● Annual pressure washing of the bridges, walkways, and courtyard will be done sometime in May. Notices will be posted closer to the date. We will be doing this differently this year to save funds. Homeowners or residents with decks are encouraged to clean them at least annually using an environmentally friendly cleaner. Clean decks greatly extend the life of the finish.
● Ambassador I is contemplating a significant exterior repair project. We will update if welearn more.
Meeting concluded at 7:00 pm.
Next Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 8, 2016 at 6:30pm in Unit E108.
Ambassador II Condominium Homeowners Association:
506 E Howell St, Seattle, WA 98122 (not mailing address)