Riverside Terrace
Board Meeting Minutes
March 17, 2025
Certifying of Quorum & Call to Order
President, Sharon Dowling called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM, quorum present.
Roll Call
Sharon Dowling – present
Peter Tedone – present
Joe Dembek – present
Mike Bisaha – present
Rik Shafer – present
Management Present
Bonita Vandall, LCAM, CMCA, AMS, CBA, PCAM from The Wright Community Management, LLC. was present as well as other unit owners in the room and zoom meeting.
Proof of Notice of Meeting
The Notice and Agenda was confirmed by email to all owners and placed on the bulletin board.
By proper motion by Joe Dembek, seconded by the Peter Tedone the meeting minutes of January 20, 2025 were unanimously approved as presented.
Management Report
Bonita Vandall reported the House unanimously passed HB 913 and reviewed the numerous changes affecting condominiums outlining several upcoming changes to condominium legislation. Key changes include options for insurance coverage based on a 250-year storm event, additional protections for board members and managers, changes to financial reporting requirements, and the ability to secure lines of credit for up to 35% of required reserves. The bill also addresses electronic voting procedures, recall processes, and defines criteria for board member delinquency. There will be more detailed information once the implications of these changes become clearer, effective 7/1/2025 pending Senate approval.
Financial Report
Sharon Dowling reported on the financial condition of the community highlighting a discrepancy in the balance sheet and the need to move funds into reserves. She also mentioned the purchase of a new heater and the impact on their financial status. Peter suggested considering a change in accountants due to ongoing issues, but Sharon expressed concerns about finding a suitable replacement at a reasonable cost. There was a question about the loan, which Sharon clarified was a 7-year loan and is included in the new assessment for 2025. There was $15,858.45 left over from the line of credit that has been placed in the reserves.
Old Business
Painting Committee Update
Joe Dembek brought everyone up to date on the painting project and thanked all for working with the schedule and the parking changes while the work was in progress. Sharon Dowling discussed the completion of the painting project, including the addition of more tile and the need for touch-ups. She also mentioned the upcoming window cleaning and the need to label the paint storage better. Sharon emphasized the importance of unit owners monitoring workers doing maintenance work to avoid damage to the building, particularly the stairwell doors. The lobby is scheduled to be painted the following day. Lights are being replaced, tile work is completed, ceramic signs to be installed and those that requested their doors be painted were done.
Removal of Car Canopy from Building
Sharon Dowling reported the car canopy was removed from the side of the building at the recommendation of the attorney based on the complaint from unit 201. It is now freestanding on steel poles.
New Doors for Back Area
Sharon Dowling reported the new doors for the pool bathroom and storage room will ship on March 28 and are expected to be installed mid-April, with stucco work and paint touchup to be done.
New Business
Annual Roof Maintenance
The roof maintenance was delayed due to the painting project and will be rescheduled once painting is completed.
Annual Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
The fire extinguisher maintenance was done today.
Annual Building AC Unit Maintenance
There are four (4) building air conditioners that have bee placed on an AC maintenance contract with Modern Air Conditioning for 2 times a year service.
Catwalk Railing and Lobby Window Cleaning
These items will be done after the tile work and the painting project is completed. Small repair items still need to be completed by Hartzell.
Stairway Doors
Sharon Dowling expressed concern that all owners ensure their vendors are careful and do not damage the newly painted stairway doors. Do not kick the doors open.
New Canopy over Generator Door
The old metal canopy was removed because it was in bad shape. A new canopy has been ordered that will match the pool area awning.
New Canopy for Garage Parking
A new canopy will be ordered from Jones Awning that will match the pool awning and it will be installed in the fall.
Open Forum
New bulletin boards are in for the garage area. New lighting is being installed and once completed, the mail light will work again on the floors. Sharon Dowling reported finding a puddle in the lobby area, which she could not identify the source of. Peter Tedone suggested it might be from a cleaning spill, but this was unsure. It was suggested it could be from the air conditioner, but Sharon confirmed it was not near it. They decided to continue investigating the issue. Package deliveries and building access was discussed. Amazon has access through Amazon Key for Business which is tied into our fob system and Sharon advised unit owners not to let unauthorized persons in.
Adjournment
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, by proper motion by Sharon Dowling, seconded by Peter Tedone the meeting was adjourned at 5:39 PM.
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