Condo I – April 2024
Attention Condo I Homeowners!
The DATE of our Next Condo I Open Meeting has CHANGED – Instead of Tuesday, it will take place on Wed., April 24 at 7:30 in the Performing Arts Room. Please adjust your calendar. Come to the open meeting and find out what has been going on in Condo 1.
Flat Roof Buildings – Our flat roofs are either nearing the ten-year mark or have surpassed it. As flat roofs age, the areas of penetration around vent pipes, stacks, and exhausts are most vulnerable to breaking down and causing a roof leak. The board has accepted a proposal from Ansen Roofing to seal around all pipes, stacks, and exhausts. Weather permitting, this work is expected to take place on April 5.
Gutters – Creative Gutters replaced some old gutters with 6-inch and repaired others.
Ansen Roofing – Ansen fixed two mansards in need of repair and a few roof leaks.
20+ Piles of Dog Feces on the Side of Building 10 off Parking Plaza 4 – What??? The board has been notified that someone is allowing their dog to repeatedly defecate on the side of building 10 near the air conditioning units, utility meters, and is not picking up after their dog. This is inexcusable, inconsiderate, unsanitary and against the law. This kind of irresponsible behavior has ruined it for Bretton Woods dog owners in the past.
“Town of Brookhaven Town Code (§23-3M) requires all dog owners to immediately pick up after their pets and to dispose of all pet waste in a safe and sanitary manner. Pet waste should be bagged and disposed in appropriate waste receptacles. NEVER discard pet waste in storm drains!”
Residents of Bretton Woods must adhere to town code and the rules of the community. Dogs are to be walked along the street, curbed, and its walker must scoop waste, bag it, and throw it in the trash. Dogs in Bretton Woods are not to be walked in the common areas, nor be allowed to urinate or defecate in our grassy or wooded areas.
Dog feces left on the ground will eventually make its way to the water. Dog waste contains parasites, viruses, and bacteria that pollute not only the water and soil long term, but is toxic to other pets, wildlife, marine life, and humans. Dog waste attracts mice and rats because rodents eat poop. This is a health hazard. It is not surprising to see a rodent bait box sitting next to twenty piles of dog poop. The need for rodent bait boxes at this location is an added expense to all of us.
To whoever is doing this you need to stop. Clean it up. Be a good neighbor. Scoop the poop, bag it, and place it in the trash. In addition, Brookhaven Town Code and Condo Rules require all dogs to be licensed by the town clerk, wear their tags, and be walked on a leash while outside. Those who love their dogs obey the law.
Attention All Residents: If you see something you know is not right, say something.
Hose Bibs – Once the danger of frost has passed (sometime after April 15), please, turn the outdoor water spigot back on if you have the shut-off valve in your unit. If prepared for winter properly, the outdoor spigot should have been left open, don’t forget to close it before you turn the water back on.
Our Sewer Lines – Reminder, only toilet paper and what nature intends should be flushed away. Wipes, feminine products, diapers, paper towels, Q-tips, dental floss, and tissues will clog our pipes and should be put in a wastebasket instead. Cooking fats, meat fat, and grease should never be put down the drain, but instead be thrown out with the garbage.
Prevent Water Damage – It is advised that you place water leak detectors or sensors on the floor next to your hot water heater, washing machine, and under your dishwasher. Leaky appliances, if undetected can cause damage not only to your own home but also to neighboring units. A water leak sensor/detector will sound an alarm as soon as leaking water hits it alerting you to take action.
Hot Water Heater – How old is your hot water heater? Check the date on the manufacturer’s sticker located on the heater. Know the life expectancy of your model. It is strongly suggested you replace your hot water heater before it leaks. A hot water heater that bursts will not only flood your condo but most likely your neighbor’s.
Signs your water heater needs servicing or replacement.
1. Rusty water or rust on the heater
2. Noises, rumbling, knocking, or popping sounds due to sediment build-up on the bottom.
3. Leaks due to rust or a buildup of internal pressure.
4. Failure to heat water in a timely manner or inconsistent temperature
5. Old water heater
Parking Plazas – Only vehicles with valid registration and inspection stickers may park in our plazas. Storage of disabled vehicles is not permitted. Vehicles with missing or expired stickers will be towed. Please adhere to the head-in parking rule and notify your guests of this rule.
Noise – Please, keep in mind that voices, televisions, and music can be heard through some walls. Be sure to keep the volume down and at a reasonable level so that it does not negatively impact your neighbor.
Dumpsters – Keep smells in and critters out. Please keep dumpsters closed. Disposal of large items such as a couch, table, grill, shelving, vacuum cleaner, and more are to be placed on the side of the dumpster and not touching the dumpster. Nothing should be leaning against the dumpster, otherwise it will end up under the dumpster when the sanitation worker lifts the dumpster to empty it.
FACP Box – If the FACP (Fire Alarm Control Panel) is beeping there is something wrong. Please, notify the board.
~~ April showers bring May flowers. ~~