Riverside Terrace
Board Meeting Minutes
October 20, 2025
Certifying of Quorum & Call to Order
President, Sharon Dowling called the meeting to order at 5:02 PM, quorum present.
Roll Call
Sharon Dowling – present
Peter Tedone – absent
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 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 Mike Bisaha, seconded by the Joe Dembek the meeting minutes of 9/15/25 were unanimously approved as presented.
Management Report
Bonita Vandall covered several property maintenance updates, including Bass United and Paradise Plumbing completing the backflow inspections as required; the fire pump inspection is due 11/5/25 and Bass United was notified; The group expressed frustration with the elevator company’s communication and lack of a full team to address the emergency, despite the part being available. Bonita also mentioned efforts to coordinate a meeting with Premier Association Management for Aloha Condominium regarding replacing a foliage fence between the two properties, with a potential Zoom meeting in the works.
Financial Report
Sharon Dowling reported the last financial received was from July and nothing recent. This action has caused a delay in completing the 2026 budget. Financial challenges were highlighted due to the accountant’s system merger difficulties, with insurance costs decreasing significantly.
Old Business
Elevator
Sharon Dowling discussed maintenance issues with the elevator, noting that Dan Carey was concerned about a lack of regular maintenance in the current contract. She mentioned that a repair costing $6,300 was being done due to oxidation, and explained that while they are under maintenance, corrosion-related issues likely wouldn’t be covered. Sharon also mentioned that they have some time to work on a new contract with Southwest that Mr. Carey is reviewing, and once they are comfortable with it, they will have an attorney review it before signing.
2026 Budget
Sharon Dowling reported that the budget process is behind schedule due to the financials being behind schedule since Juda Eskew changed over to a new system in July. She additionally reported the insurance/loan assessment will be lowered due to a decrease in insurance rates for both the commercial and the flood insurance.
Storage Room Doors Replacement
Sharon Dowling reported storage doors replacements are estimated to cost $10,000. No board action was taken.
Aloha Side Discussion
This is addressed in the manager’s report.
New Canopy for Garage Parking
Sharon Dowling reported the awning is in production and scheduled for installation in early November.
New Business
Pipe Damage in Garage
It was reported a car had hit a pipe in the garage that has since been repaired.
Hole in Back Lawn
The group is awaiting feedback from A&B Dock before addressing a hole near the seawall, which may have been caused by king tides.
Carey & Associates Contracted 10-15-25 (elevator consultant)
Sharon Dowling reported a contract was put into place with Carey & Associates concerning the commission of a new elevator maintenance company. The board discussed ongoing issues with the TK elevator company, exploring a termination of their contract early, covering the last quarterly payment to TK and pursuing a new provider in January. Sharon will work with Carrie & Associates to secure a new contract. Sharon will also investigate if a new elevator company would be willing to buy out the rest of the TK Contract.
Open Forum
Bonita Vandall will investigate if a city approval or permit is required in Pompano Beach to remove a foliage fence and replace with same or similar plants. There are plans to plant a Japanese blueberry bush to address concerns about berries.
Adjournment
There being no further business to be brought before the Board, by proper motion by Sharon Dowling, seconded by Joe Dembek the meeting was adjourned at 5:35 PM.
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