PRESIDENT'S CORNER

We welcome 2 new Board Members, Dave White and George Koury. Both Michael King and Steve Bushman resigned the Board due to lack of time.

As you know, we are having increasing problems with plumbing, from planters, drains, supply lines and in-unit piping. Except for some remodeled units, it seems to be a never ending problem. The pipes, after all, are over 25 years old and most are copper or cast iron. We are looking into the best and least expensive fix; however, it will be an intrusive, time-consuming and expensive project. We have to remember that nothing except quick fixes have been done over the years AND it has become an expensive process just to keep up with these quick fixes. Additionally, the constant leaks cause lots of damage to surrounding units. We will keep you posted on this one.

MEANWHILE, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE REPAIRS YOUR LEAKS CAUSE TO OTHER UNITS!

We are looking for a part-time employee to assist Ron. This is particularly important in the summer months. We are advertising in the Navy paper.

We are now ready to begin SPRING CLEANING. Please do your part by getting all clutter and stored items out of stairwells, utility rooms and walkways, plus anything in the store room down-stairs which is not in your own bin.

Root intrusive and climbing plants must be removed and overhanging ones cut prior to the painting. Constance is working on recommendations.

Believe me, the BOD is aware of all the disruption and expense; however, since little was done in the past, the building is old and we have no choice but to do these major repairs, just as each of us would if we lived in a house.

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER ON THE OCEAN!

Dane Lucas, President