Jockey Beach Club N E W S

August 2009

 

“Bits and Pieces”

• Despite a wet Fall and a cold and snowy Winter the 3rd floor deck replacement project is progressing nicely.  It looks like it will be completed by mid January [weather permitting]. 

• The Winter Heat-Checks were conducted in December and January with few problems.  In December there were problems [keys or heat] with 14 units.  January had 1 with a key problem and 3 without heat.  The owners of these units have been contacted.

  The February Heat-Check will take place on February 13th starting at 11:00 AM.  Another is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 6th.

  This is truly a beneficial self-help program.  Thanks to all for your cooperation and assistance.

• Enclosed in this newsletter is a copy of the Operating Budget for 2010.  Few major projects are scheduled for this year as we plan to rebuild the reserve funds spent on the 3rd floor deck replacement project of 2009. A few “projects” will be accomplished as self-help.  We will be asking for volunteers to help.

• The Board of Directors will meet on Saturday, April 24th at 10:00 AM to prepare for the Annual Meeting [held during the on May 8th] and to discuss the concerns of the association.  If you have any items for discussion, please contact the appropriate Building Representative.

• AS A REMINDER:  Every time that you change the air filter on your furnace/AC unit you should vacuum the coils to remove any dust and dirt.  Not only will this help your unit to operate more efficiently but will also help to reduce the chance of a blockage in the condensation line.

• As of this edition of the newsletter all but 36 owners are receiving this via email.  This saves the Association quite a bit in copying and postage costs.  If the newsletter was mailed to you PLEASE give us your email address.

Condo Fee Semi-Annual Payments

The January condo fee bills are “in the mail” and are due by the end of the month.  If there is a problem with your statement contact Jeff Grimes----jgrimes@centercapitalcorp.com

Bulk Trash Pick-ups

Please note that large items [sofas and other furniture] are NOT to be placed in the dumpsters.  This is a violation of Ocean City policy and could result in a fine. 

If putting out large items you should contact OC to schedule a bulk pick-up.  The city will pick-up these items but charges a fee for doing so.  You are responsible for paying this!

Spring/Summer Projects

• Third Floor Carpets:  All will be cleaned in March.
• Parking Lot:  We are contracting a company to clean out and seal the cracks.
• Replace Selected Boardwalk Boards:  Self-Help
• Replace Shed:  Self-Help
• Paint 1st and 2nd floor window frames:   along walkway - Self-Help
• Replace Preakness 3rd floor Hallway Lights:  We are soliciting bids
• Replace Landscaping and Ties - Self-Help

 

Board Election Scheduled for May

The terms of three current Board members – Harry Abelitis, Jeff Grimes and Lee Cook - will expire as of the Annual Meeting. 

Anyone interested in running for a Board of Directors position should send their name to the mailing, or email, address of the Association by April 24th.  Self Nominations may also be sent via fax to 410-252-1189.

The ownership elects the nine members of the Board for three year terms [three each year, on a rotating basis].   Once selected, the members of the Board determine how the various positions will be assigned for that year.

As a member of the Board of Directors you are expected to attend all Board Meetings, General Meetings and to participate in all “heat-checks”.  All meetings are held at Jockey Beach.  We typically have meetings in:

• Early September – Board Meeting
• Late September – [Owner’s Meeting & Picnic]
• Early December – Budget Meeting & Heat-Check
• Early January – Board Meeting & Heat-Check
• Mid February – Board Meeting & Heat-Check
• Late April – Board Meeting
• Early May – Annual Meeting & Work Day
• Sometimes, in July, as needed

Please note that the “new” Board will meet immediately after the completion of the Annual Meeting to assign positions for the coming year.

 

J. Douglas Eisenhauer
President, JBCCA
19 Northwood Drive
Timonium, MD  21093

410-274-1011-office
410-252-1189-fax
jockeybeachclub@juno.com-email