the galleon newsletter january/february 2008

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NewsletterNewsletterCommunity Update January/February 2008Community Update January/February 2008Board of Governors

January 14, 2008 Meeting Highlights

The meeting was called to order and a quorum was established. Mrs. Oppertopened the meeting by stating the term of service for the 2007 Board ofGovernors, the Committee Chairs and committee members will end as of Jan.31, 2008. Owners are asked to please attend the Annual Meeting held on Feb.

1, 2008. She also announced that John Cahill has been promoted to AssistantBuilding Manager. Mr. Cahills knowledge comes from his 13 years experience

working at the Galleon, and he is well respected by residents and staff. In theyear of this Boards term, there were 16 Board meetings and well over 80

Committee-posted meetings in which more than 70 owners participated. Mrs.Oppert recognized Bob Spinnato for the beautiful fireplace he created in thelobby for the holiday season. His efforts didnt go unnoticed as many residentscomplimented its real-life beauty. He was also featured in the Hi-Risernewspaper. A copy of the article is posted in the mailroom.

Finance Committee: The following assets were

reported: Cash/Operating $194,800; Cash/Payroll$12,523; Petty Cash $500; National City Concrete$236,236; National City Wilma $683,674.

Foreclosure is being served to one unit owner fordelinquency in paying fees for 2007. There was NOSpecial Assessment passed in 2007. The 2007 CertifiedProfessional Audit is expected to begin in early March2008.

Mr. Raschi stated the following initiatives for 2008 arebeing considered but noted that they are projected andNOT funded: lobby furniture, pool furniture replaced orrepaired, exterior painting, repairs of the balconies and railings, pavers andlandscaping for the front parking areas, and security gates on north and southramps.

Grounds Committee: Mr. Steinmetz commented on the design of the newpavers at the main entrance. This area will remain closed until pavers are sealed.

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Managers Report

February AnnualMeeting Minutes

FebruaryOrganizational

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Holiday Social


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The Landscape Architect suggested ideas for more efficient and cost-effectivelighting in this area.

Maintenance/Housekeeping Committee: Mr. Friedebergannounced that 18 nominations were submitted for 10different employees for the STAR Award program. Allnominations were worthy of this honor. Mario Garridowas awarded the STAR Employee for the 2007 4th

Quarter. Mr. Friedeberg reviewed the committeesaccomplishments: bicycles were reorganized with new

permits; work order forms implemented; building storage rooms reorganized; theSTAR Employee Awards instituted; the shopping carts cleaned and trash roomsdeodorizers reinstalled.

Security Committee: Mrs. Sipos will provide a binder for the new 2008 Boardcontaining research that has been done on rekeying the building. She thankedher committee members for their time during 2007.

Screening Committee: Mr. Sipos announced the following 3-monthrentals: Apartment 410 leased by Igor Shapiro to Mr. and Mrs. JohnGross; Apartment 1007 leased by Corsetti to Mr. and Mrs. DavidLupo; and Apartment 1508 leased by David Merk to Mr. and Mrs.Herb Borges.

Manager Report: Paul Swan thanked residents fortheir patience during the past years constructionprojects. Still to be completed are plumbing,landscaping, and sealing of the pavers before the circleis opened to traffic. Railings have been ordered for thosethat were damaged by Wilma other than the

catwalks. The 2008 projects include those that werereported by Mr. Raschi. A large box containing avacuum was stuffed into a garbage chute and themaintenance staff had to crawl up the chute toremove the box.Residents are reminded to bring largegarbage items to the basement dumpsters and to placeyour broken-down boxes, bottles, and glassobjects in the box located on the trash room floor for nightly pickup by the staff.

Mr. Swan received complaints regarding red carts being left inelevators and trash rooms. He asked that all residents return your carts

to their designated storage areas.

Presidents Report: Mrs. Oppert reported that there would not be an electionfor the 2008 Board of Governors as only seven (7) candidates submitted theirintent to run for office. The seven Board of Governors will be seated at the 2008Annual Board of Governors meeting. The two other members will be appointedand must be approved by The Board of Governors to fill the open positions.



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Owners Annual MeetingFebruary 1, 2008 Meeting Highlights

The meeting was called to order by Michael Bender, the Associations attorney fromRobert Kaye & Associates.

Finance Committee: The following assets were reported: Wachovia CapAccount $245,336; Wachovia Payroll Account $3,988; Petty Cash $500;National City Concrete $223,737; National City Wilma $686,596. Paul Raschi

reported that the 2007 audit agreement has been signed. Three owners are delinquentwith their 1st quarter assessment, one of which is in foreclosure.

Grounds Committee: Charles Steinmetz reported that the committee recommendslighting for the circle fountain and that the Board of Governors will consider theLandscape Architects proposal for plants around the fountain.

Maintenance Committee: Ed Freideberg reported that the committee made thefollowing recommendations for 2008: hire a new painter; purchase new pool furniture;and replace the canopy for the pool area.



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Security Committee: Mrs. Sipos prepared a bound summary of the committeeswork over the past year and presented it to Mrs. Oppert.

Vote for the Reserve: Mrs. Cohen reported that 122 votes were submitted to waivethe Reserves and 5 voted against. Therefore, the Reserves will be waived for the 2008Budget. Questions were raised regarding the painting of the building. Mr. Benderstated that an assessment would be necessary for painting the building.

Board of GovernorsFebruary 5, 2008 Organizational Meeting Highlights

The meeting was called to order and a quorum was established. All seven Boardmembers were present.

Election Proceedings: Donna Oppert called for a motion to begin theelections of the Board Officers. Instructions were given as how to proceedwith the Board using written ballots and a verbal tally. The following officerswere elected for the 2008 Board of Governors: President: Donna Oppert, 7-0

vote; Vice President: Michael Lepera, 4-3 vote; Secretary: Loren Matthews, 7-0vote; Treasurer Paul Raschi, 7-0 vote. Donna Oppert then called for motions to

appoint two owners to fill the vacant 2008 Board positions. Bill Tolia and CharlesSteinmetz were nominated and the Board approved each owner for the appointmentsto the positions; thus making the total of nine (9) Board of Governors. The Boardscheduled a February meeting to begin discussions on suggested projects for 2008.

2008 Committee Chair Appointments: The President explained the rules andexpectations for each Committee Chair. The President announced the Chairappointments and the Board approved the following: Audit Committee: JohnHennen; Building Committee: Charles Steinmetz; Communications Committee:Loren Matthews; Decorating Committee: Denise Montana; Election Committee: Judy Cohen; Finance Committee: Paul Raschi; Grounds Committee: TBD;

Maintenance/Housing Committee: Ed Friedeberg; Screening Committee: EdFriedeberg; Security Committee: Tom Capone; and Social Committee: DarleneSeachrist.

Mrs. Oppert stated that appointed Committee Chairs are a key part of the Boardsleadership team. Chairs must support the Board to help carry out its goals. CommitteeChairs must show leadership and positive direction to members, display enthusiasm,and take on responsibility to delegate and achieve specific objectives. Chairs shouldattend Board meetings and give a verbal report to the Board and Owners on thecommittees progress. Owners are given an opportunity to serve on any twocommittees by signing their name on the designated sign-up sheets of the specific

committees placed outside the mailroom or by contacting the committee chairperson.Committee meetings must have a meeting notice posted by informing the office.Chairs must submit a written report of each meeting to the office for Board membersto review. Committees can only make recommendations to the Board. The Board willconsider each recommendation to initiate the motion if agreed upon. The 2008Committees will consist of seven (7) members including the Chair. We do acknowledge



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Bob Spinnatos

The Girls at Work!

Social Committee Report: The Holiday Party was ahuge success. All who attend enjoyed time to socializewith their neighbors, great music and delicious foodcatered by Umbertos. The Committee also reported thatof the 73 people in attendance, only 68 had paid for theevenings celebration. The Committee respectfully

and appreciate all of the 2007 Committee members for their time and effort insupporting the Board and for contributing to the projects.

Welcome our new Office Administrator to the Galleon Team!

My name is Karen Austin. I was raised in Garner, North Carolina, and havelived in Fort Lauderdale for 20 years. I am a mother of three daughters,Rebecca (17), Sarah (12), and Laura (9), and have been married for 21years. I have a Bachelors Degree in Business Management as well as an

Associates Degree in Laboratory Technology. I was a Microbiologytechnician for two years for Cleveland Clinic of Florida. I worked inBookkeeping for six years as well as Quality Assurance for JCAHO

compliance. I love reading a good novel, attending bluegrass festivals with myhusband, who is a guitar player in a bluegrass band, and spending time withmy girls at the park and the beach. I am happy to be a part of The GalleonTeam as ofFeb. 11, 2008.

[Our former office administrator, Liz Reece, resigned her position because she & herhusband relocated to Orlando, Florida.]



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Last year the Galt Mile brought smiles to their neighbors in need. Eightassociations participated in collecting food and personal hygiene items forBroward County families unable to provide for themselves. The 2008 Galt MileFood Drive is well underway and 100% participation from Galleon residents is

requested. The goal is to collect 15,000 lbs. and eachassociation has an opportunity to finish at the top and walkaway with a trophy that speaks to the size of their hearts. Acontainer has been placed in the lobby for your donated foodand hygiene items. The kickoff will be Sunday, February 10th,beginning with a Walk Against Hunger from the Winn-Dixie

shopping center. Food collection will end on March 7th.

Darlene Seachrist, chair of the committee, wishes to express thanks to all thoseresidents who participated.



Last year the Galt Mile brought smiles to their neighbors inneed. Eight associations participated in collecting food andpersonal hygiene items for Broward County families unableto provide for themselves. The 2008 Galt Mile Food Drive iswell underway and 100% participation from Galleonresidents is requested. The goal is to collect 15,000 lbs. andeach association has an opportunity to finish at the top andwalk away with a trophy that speaks to the size of their

hearts. A container has been place in the lobby for yourdonated food and hygiene items The kick off will be

Getting together for

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