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We are in the process of getting a laundry contract and are looking at going from the old fashioned Wascomat front loaders (we have no top loaders now) to one of the new energy efficient front load machines.
researching some of these shows that there are multiple complaints about mold in consumer models and just wanted to hear from others that have the new HE machines, we are looking at LG and Speed Queen, if they are having any problems.
This pertains to the annual shareholders meetings. The meeting room where we have traditionally held them requires a person to walk a flight of stairs to attend. (It is a rented room outside our building). Though our bylaws don't cover it (written before physical handicap accessibility laws), and it makes common sense, is there a requirement that the ASM be physically accessible? We have elderly and others in our co-op who cannot walk those stairs.
Should we be as barred from holding the meeting in that room as the handicapped shareholders are from attending it? Thank you.
I am on the board of a 10 unit co-op. I have a very bad ongoing mouse problem for six months and the exterminator suspects there are holes behind the kitchen cabinetry that are allowing the mice access. We're talking about several mice every week and some die behind the cabinetry and smell fierce for weeks.Is it the co-op's responsibility to pull out my kitchen cabinetry and repair holes, put cabinetry back? This is a costly process and I am told the cabinets may not make it through the repair because they are old. However, that wall must be fixed to stop the mouse problem. clearly is what must be done to stop the rodent problem. This is the original kitchen that came with the unit when I bought.
Our indoor garage requires a resident to traverse about 16 steps to gain access to the elevator lobby from the garage level, about 10 vertical feet.
We think we can fit and install one of the indoor commercial building wheelchair lifts. Internet searches show models that can support 750 pounds.
Has anyone had the opportunity to install one?
If yes what costs and challenges have you faced?
If yes, do you allow any resident to employ the lift?
How do you keep children from using the lift, unless handicapped?
Yes, we'll engage our outside elevator consultant but I wanted to obtain some sage feedback beforehand
Thanks much.
Can anyone reccomend a business that will sell me an embosser? You know, the kind for a corporate seal.
Sounds like a stupid question, I know, but I've tried two places and am tired of the run-around. The first store sold me a shoddy embosser--and refunded my money--and the second won't return phone calls a month after I placed the order.
Preferably in Manhattan or someone whose reliable on the internet.
Our superintendent of over 30 years retired, and the new man -- previously working elsewhere as a porter exerience but NOT a super, was hired at the salary of the man with 30-years of longevity. This is Local 32BJ of SEIU in the Bronx. Would someone please let me know, can this be accurate? Thank you.
If a co-op is currently receiving a 17.5% real estate tax abatement under the City's Co-op/Condo Partial Tax Abatement Program, can it also receive J-51 exemption and/or abatement benefits for capital projects?
I have a 6 floor 45 unit RENTAL building. The floors are in need of updating I am seriously considering installing high quality carpeting (or carpet tiles) in the hallways (excluding the lobby).
I say it is a rental because renters treat a building very differently than condo and coop owners who take pride in ownership of the building and thier unit - renters don't care and simply expect to be taken care of no matter the abuse they dole out.
My question is how many of you have carpeting in trafficked areas and have you had problems with it as far as wear, discoloration, odors, stains etc.
How difficult is it to maintain and does it pose any special problems or care that the dealers may not be telling me about.
I am familiar with linoleum floor care and the constant need for sweeping, mopping and the twice annual stripping and re-finishing that is required...
Thank you in advance for any help,
-Matt-
How is your reserve fund invested?
And what are your thoughts on safety, liquidity, and return.
I am Board President of a three year old new condo. We have been told that the city has been sitting on our sponsor's tax abatement filing all this time. Meanwhile, our own research has shown that owners in condos in the area that are even newer than ours have their abatements! Has anyone had this experience?
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My building has had front-load washers for at least 10 years but never a complaint about mold. Maybe we're just lucky. I've read that two good ways to avoid mold are to keep the door open after you take out your laundry (to let the cylinder dry) and occasionally run it empty with hot water and bleach.
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