June 2021 - Whisperingwaters.business

Reassuring Words for WW Owners
by David Wilson 30 Jun '21

30 Jun '21

Hi all; Our WW Board is fortunate to receive interesting comments and suggestions from many sources and I am pleased to pass on one such informed and reassuring message. Especially considering the recent fiasco near Miami. Check into the contribution by WW owner, Lou Nuspl B7U3, with our thanks. Dave Wilson ------------------------------------------------------------------------ As this story unfolds in more and more detail, I am comforted to know and remember that our complex of low rise buildings with no underground basements were examined is detail by structural engineers some 10 years ago. They did examine the steel supports for the buildings themselves (found very few rust issues there as I recall , but some) . The big rust issue was the steel support under the balconies . Each balcony was examined by wire camera. Separate work on each was determined by what was found on each . A thorough tedious job that took a long time . Each step was checked by the engineer rep as well as the Board representatives. I recall in some cases we were not totally satisfied with the grinding and had more done. But minor stuff only . Overall they were very picky and tedious . Took a long time and I believe well done . Time and the weather and air conditions will show if it will last another 50 years . I’m glad we have the kind of low rise complex we do have . Also that we have a through structural report done not that long ago that should help the nervous owners. I’m expecting some owners are very concerned because of this building collapse . Also the newer ones will not know or appreciate what was done at WW ten years ago . If you do not have that report available for review by an owner on the WW website you might want to do that soon . As you likely have heard Florida is looking at making some changes to the Condo regulations because of this . I’m guessing it will include the requirement to do a structural review at time periods (like maybe every 10 years ) to catch problems like this early on before they risk lives . I’m shocked to recently hear their Board likely knew of the rusting rebar in the basement and outside walls . Lou

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New transformer
by David Wilson 25 Jun '21

25 Jun '21

Hi all; Duke Energy reacted to calls from Whispering Waters that their transformer was leaking fluids on our property. A new, taller transformer with a smaller footprint was installed on a new concrete pad, and new shrubbery compatible the rest of the campus completed the project. The leaked fluids were cleaned up. A number of WW volunteers assisted ranging from notification, barricading parking spots to permit trucks to position close by, help for owners displaced during the loss of electricity, and so on. The pictures tell the tale. Now that everyone is practiced up, they get to do it all over again on Tuesday July 13 when Duke Energy will be replacing the second matching transformer powering the south side of the campus, located beside B4 and in front of B5. Thanks to everyone for their participation, it all went well😁. Best regards. Dave Wilson

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WW RBM Minutes 2021/06/21 - Maintenance Issues
by David Wilson 23 Jun '21

23 Jun '21

Hi all; Attached are the minutes of the June 21st WW board meeting. This meeting was called to reconcile a number of minor maintenance issues relating mostly to elevators with some roofing and fire control issues added in. The number of issues dealt with is of no particular concern, but about what you might expect if you had to look after eight, sixty year old residences yourself😁. WW has the option to call regular board meetings at any time, if required, with a minimum 48 hour notice to all owners, which supplement, the eight regulatory scheduled monthly (RBM) meetings throughout the year, with the summer off. This was one of those meetings. Even at this meeting, because of governors having other activities as normal during the summer, it was difficult to obtain the six person quorum, of the ten governor total, requiring a phone call to get us over the threshold. Our lawyer recommended establishing a board pre-approved procedure to handle these minor, but frequent, rapid response situations, without needing to call a board meeting, and you will notice in the minutes that this was accomplished. This rapid response procedure complements the already existing revolving credit account at Home Depot that the maintenance folks use as they resolve many of their day to day issues themselves without necessitating a board meeting. To all owners, please enjoy your summer and stay safe. Best regards. Dave Wilson WW Chair

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Documents Revision Zoom Meeting Postponed
by David Wilson 22 Jun '21

22 Jun '21

Hi all WW Owners; This postponement decision was taken after discussing the issue with our lawyer and Cte Chair, Lucy Schall, to*postpone indefinitely the Documents Revision Zoom meeting scheduled for 2:00 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday June 22)*. The purpose of this 'town hall' meeting was to explain the rationale for legal change recommendations by our WW lawyer, Nick Lang. The meeting will be rescheduled in due course. By way of explanation, Duke Energy is changing the northern transformer, of two on the WW campus, thus taking out the electrical supply to half the buildings. It was determined to be too difficult to work around and we felt it unlikely that Duke would reschedule to a later date. *Please note that the RBM scheduled for 1:00 p.m. today remains unchanged*. Thank you for your inconvenience and understanding. Best regards. Dave Wilson WW Chair

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Regular Board Meeting (RBM) 1:00 Monday June 21
by David Wilson 21 Jun '21

21 Jun '21

Hi all WW Owners; A duly noticed Regular Board Meeting (RBM) has been called for tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. for the purpose of approving four maintenance and/or repair issues relating to roofs and elevators and you are all invited. Please check the Zoom coordinates below to assist you joining in - it's easy😁 and you are welcome. Our lawyer, Nick Lang, has also recommended that your WW Board consider a procedure to permit minor maintenance items to proceed expeditiously without requiring a board meeting so that too will be considered. Please see the Agenda attached. It's short and hopefully the meeting will be as well. Best regards. Dave Wilson WW Chair ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Topic: *WW Regular Board Zoom Meeting* Time: *Jun 21, 2021 13:00 America/Toronto* Join Zoom Meeting *https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83236272413?pwd=V0Zzd01kc2xxRzU2U1JONUJLdmx1QT09 * Meeting ID: *832 3627 2413 * Passcode: *389943 *

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Regular WW Board Meeting Notification - Monday @ 1:00 p.m. June 21, 2021
by David Wilson 19 Jun '21

19 Jun '21

Hi all; You are invited to a *Regular Board Meeting* scheduled for next *Monday @ 1:00 p.m. June 21, 2021* to vote on a number of issues relating elevator servicing; roof Inspections; maintenance; and pre-approved maintenance spending allocation. Henceforth, WW will immediately discontinue the practice of the board voting for anything by email, small or otherwise, as apparently it's *not* covered in notification in the State of Florida Emergency Order 2020-04, providing condominium boards enhanced latitude during the pandemic, as I have been subsequently informed by our lawyer. IOW, any emailed votes will be re-voted to ensure being valid and correct going forward. Please see the Zoom coordinates below. *Governors are requested to RSVP?* This Monday meeting is separate and distinct from the Zoom Special Board meeting regarding *Documents Revision*, also open to all owners as are all board meetings, scheduled for *2:00 p.m. Tuesday June 22*, with Zoom coordinates also included below. *Again, all WW owners are welcome as it's a great chance to question Lawyer Lang regarding his recommended changes to our documents.* Best regards. Dave Wilson WW Chair ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Topic: *WW Regular Board Zoom Meeting - Maintenance Issues* Time: *Monday Jun 21, 2021 13:00 America/Toronto * Join Zoom Meeting *https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83236272413?pwd=V0Zzd01kc2xxRzU2U1JONUJLdmx1QT09 * Meeting ID: *832 3627 2413 * Passcode: *389943 * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Topic: *WW Documents Revision Zoom Meeting SBM* Time: *Tuesday, Jun 22, 2021 14:00 America/Toronto * Join Zoom Meeting *https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88282961914?pwd=bEQwaTQwbCtnd2F6QTM5WXlJUHBJdz09 * Meeting ID: *882 8296 1914 * Passcode: *615573 * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Regular WW Board Meeting Notification - Monday @ 1:00 p.m. June 21, 2021
by David Wilson 19 Jun '21

19 Jun '21

Hi all; You are invited to a *Regular Board Meeting* scheduled for next *Monday @ 1:00 p.m. June 21, 2021* to vote on a number of issues relating elevator servicing; roof Inspections; maintenance; and pre-approved maintenance spending allocation. Henceforth, WW will immediately discontinue the practice of the board voting for anything by email, small or otherwise, as apparently it's *not* covered in notification in the State of Florida Emergency Order 2020-04, providing condominium boards enhanced latitude during the pandemic, as I have been subsequently informed by our lawyer. IOW, any emailed votes will be re-voted to ensure being valid and correct going forward. Please see the Zoom coordinates below. *Governors are requested to RSVP?* This Monday meeting is separate and distinct from the Zoom Special Board meeting regarding *Documents Revision*, also open to all owners as are all board meetings, scheduled for *2:00 p.m. Tuesday June 22*, with Zoom coordinates also included below. *Again, all WW owners are welcome as it's a great chance to question Lawyer Lang regarding his recommended changes to our documents.* Best regards. Dave Wilson WW Chair ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Topic: *WW Regular Board Zoom Meeting - Maintenance Issues* Time: *Monday Jun 21, 2021 13:00 America/Toronto * Join Zoom Meeting *https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83236272413?pwd=V0Zzd01kc2xxRzU2U1JONUJLdmx1QT09 * Meeting ID: *832 3627 2413 * Passcode: *389943 * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Topic: *WW Documents Revision Zoom Meeting SBM* Time: *Tuesday, Jun 22, 2021 14:00 America/Toronto * Join Zoom Meeting *https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88282961914?pwd=bEQwaTQwbCtnd2F6QTM5WXlJUHBJdz09 * Meeting ID: *882 8296 1914 * Passcode: *615573 * * * ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Updated Time for Building 6 Main Water Valve Shutoff - Today, Thursday, June 17
by Adele Visaggio 18 Jun '21

18 Jun '21

Hello, Carlos has just been advised that the plumber is coming sooner than originally estimated. The water will now be shut off between 12-2pm. Thank you, Adele

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electric OOS
by Burt Kline 16 Jun '21

16 Jun '21

NEXT TUESDAY 6/22

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building 6 elevator OOS for the week
by Burt Kline 16 Jun '21

16 Jun '21

On next Monday 6/21, B6 elevator will be out of service to install the elevator door package, involving all 6 floors & doors. This work is estimated to last the week and be completed by close of business on Friday 6/25. As mechanical work time is estimated to be 1 week, it is just that, an estimate. Be prepared for changes. Burt

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