Condo VI- February 2025
As winter’s chill blankets our wooded community, February invites us to find warmth and connection amidst the frosty days. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it’s the perfect time to celebrate love, friendship, and the beauty of togetherness. Whether you’re cozying up by the fire or braving the brisk outdoors, let’s make this month one filled with kindness and warmth.
Below are some January updates from your President, Vinnie…
Good & Welfare
Happy Birthday Robert Als, Maddy Ernst, Michael Germano, Arlette Giliberto, Bob Lagarenne, Loretta O’Connor, and Diane Vignola… Wishing you all a fabulous day and a wonderful year ahead!
Happy Anniversary Tony and Jeannette Odierna, Craig and Patty Ernst… Congratulations on another year of wedded bliss!
Welcome new resident, Evan Johnson… We hope you enjoy your new home!
Any resident who has not yet submitted his/her and/or his/her family’s names to the Condo VI birthday and/or anniversary list is asked to please e-mail the information to vamodio@brettonwoodshoa.org.
Rentals
Any owners who rent their unit (family rentals excluded) are reminded that a current lease and Town of Brookhaven rental permit are both required to be always on file with Gina at the Front Desk. The Condo Board will contact the Town if any renters refuse to hold a current rental permit.
Waste Management
ALL garbage (e.g. fast-food garbage, cigarette butts, dog poop, etc.) should be discarded properly. There are dumpsters all over the community and there is no reason anything should be left on the ground. Any resident who is found littering the Condo will have action taken against him/her by the Board.
Dogs
Having a dog in Condo VI is a privilege, not a right. To that end, the rules must be followed. All dog owners must walk their dogs in the street, not around the buildings, and must pick up after them! Additionally, all dogs must be leashed outdoors. Any resident who notices a loose/unleashed dog in the community should call the Town of Brookhaven’s Department of Public Safety at 631-451-6161 and an Animal Control Officer will be dispatched to investigate.
Common Charges
COMMON CHARGES ARE DUE ON THE FIRST OF THE MONTH! Checks received after the 10th of the month will result in a $50.00 late fee, for which there will be no waivers. Residents may pay their common charges by scheduling monthly payments through online banking. Anyone who chooses to use this option must note that the HOA Office does not receive an electronic transfer from the bank; it receives an actual paper check that is mailed from the bank and therefore, residents must allow 5-7 business days to allow payments to be received and processed by the HOA Office. Otherwise, residents should make their checks payable to “Bretton Woods – Condo VI” and mail them or hand-deliver them to 1027 Clubhouse Court, Coram, NY 11727. Don’t forget to allow for weekends and holidays.
Streetlights
It is important to keep our community well-lit at night. Anyone noticing light poles out is asked to submit a work order and state the number on the pole.
Fire Safety
All residents should empty the lint trap in their dryers often. Many people forget to regularly clear the lint from the trap, which is a small, easy measure that can prevent house fires.
Residents should be mindful of leaving candles unattended that could cause a fire.
Snow Procedures
When snow is in the forecast, all residents should keep some salt/sand near their front doors.
When the snow stops falling, residents must move their car(s) out of the parking plazas and into the streets. This will allow our Maintenance crews to come clear parking spaces in the parking plazas. A blast call will be sent letting everyone know when cars should be moved. Fire hydrants, mailboxes, and dumpsters should never be blocked.
Once residents notice that the parking spaces have been cleared in their parking plazas, they must move their car(s) back from the street.
Sidewalks are only shoveled/plowed once all snow has stopped falling, if accumulation is over 2”.
Everyone must remember that this community has over 3.5 miles of roads and many intricate parking plazas that need to be cleared in addition to the dumpsters, hydrants, and mailboxes. Not everyone’s immediate area can be cleared first. Residents must be patient and wait for the hard-working employees to get the job done. Sending angry phone calls, e-mails, and texts to staff or board members will not get the job done faster, nor will it be tolerated.
UPPER LAMONT OWNERS MUST KEEP THE SNOW CLEAR FROM THEIR BALCONIES AT ALL TIMES!
Everyone should take caution when walking and driving when icy conditions exist.
Safety & Security
Keeping Bretton Woods safe is everyone’s responsibility! Anyone who sees behavior that doesn’t look right should call 911 and report it. Residents should NOT call the Front Desk or the Gate House!
Parking
The following rules are true not only in Condo VI, but all throughout Bretton Woods:
Head-in parking only.
The speed limit is 25 MPH.
Stop signs must be observed.
No reserved parking (regular or handicapped).
All cars must display license plates, a current registration, and a current inspection sticker.
All vehicles are subject to towing after being unmoved for two weeks. Vehicles not being used should be moved to a long-term spot, including vehicles in handicapped spots. There are six long-term spots in Condo VI; two in Parking Plaza # 19, two in Parking Plaza # 44A, and two in Parking Plaza # 45. Anyone intending to park in one of these long-term spots must e-mail a member of the Board (the President’s e-mail is at the beginning of this article) and state the lot the car is in, the reason, the anticipated length of time it will be there, and the name/phone number of someone who has a key in the event of an emergency.
All residents are responsible for their guests’ actions, including parking. Anyone violating the parking rules will have his/her vehicle tagged for potential towing. Anyone who has visitors during the day is asked to have them park in the street so residents may have access to the parking spaces.
Plumbing
Toilet paper is the only thing that should be flushed down toilets! Even wipes that are advertised as “flushable” are not. Tissues, paper towels, sanitary napkins, cotton swabs, etc. should NEVER be flushed. These items will clog the system at Bretton Woods’ sewage treatment plant and the repairs will be reflected in everyone’s common charges.
Next Meeting
The Board of Managers does not meet in January or February. Meetings are open to residents in June (for elections) and October (for the budget presentation) only. To that end, the next scheduled open meeting will be held Thursday, June 12, 2025.
Quote of the Month
“Though February is short, it is filled with lots of love and sweet surprises.” -Charmaine Ford