December Vacation Days

I will be out of the office starting Friday, December 21^st until the end of the year. Michelle will be here covering for me. Our offices are closed Christmas Day, of course.

Smoking on the Lanais

I have received some complaints about owners smoking on their lanais and flicking their ashes and cigarette butts down which is hitting the 3^rd floor lanais, especially the 04 stack in the west tower.

Blue Ray DVD Player

Larry and Lana Ziegler donated a Blue Ray DVD Player to North Star. We will be hooking it up in the theater here shortly.

Reminder

The back gate codes will be changing next Monday. The email with the code was sent out Monday November 26^th.

Chaise Lounges

The Board has requested the cleaning of the chaise lounges at the pool that was scheduled for next Tuesday to be rescheduled so it does not interfere with the lanai cleaning.  As soon as I can get this rescheduled, I will let everyone know.

Update - November 27th, 2012

NSYC 100^th Blog Posting for 2012

So far in 2012, I have put out 100 blogs to owners regarding numerous different subjects, issues, complaints and storm updates. This is something I really do enjoy doing especially for the residents that are not here, that are not seeing certain things going on. Since we are coming up on the end of the year, I would like to ask all residents if there is anything you would like me to discuss, provide information on or address through the blog. Since we have started this Blog (June of 2010) this blog marks a total of 190 blogs that have been done. The first two years, I averaged about one blog every week and now I am averaging about 9 a month. This has definitely been a busy year! I really hope everyone enjoys reading my blogs as much as I enjoy making them. I hope we all can make the next 100 blogs positive and informative.

Dogs

Over the holiday, one of our resident's dog got sick from dog feces that was not picked up. Months ago I stressed about Parvo outbreaks in Lee County which is spreads from feces. The vet confirmed that it was not parvo but an infection from possibly ingesting fecal matter. The owner witnessed the dog pick up the fecal matter and shortly after this got sick. The dog is on antibiotics and pain medication. I do not only stress to owners to pick up after your dog because it is in the Rules and Regulations, it needs to be picked up to prevent any spreading of disease and/or infections.

Also, after sending in a few DNA test (one came back feline, two came back not enough of a sample and another one waiting to be sent out) we finally got a hit on one of the samples that was left on the sidewalk of the east tower. The results will stay with the board and myself but the homeowner will be receiving a letter along with a bill for the cost of testing and the supplies to ship it.

NSYC Christmas Tree

The real 10 foot NSYC Christmas Tree was to be delivered here sometime today during business hours but unfortunately they got delayed. The tree will be delivered around 5:30 PM. Since our cleaners are not here at this time, I have asked the delivery company to make sure they clean up any needles that fall. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause during homeowner happy hour.

NSYC Budget Meeting Notice

The NSYC Annual Budget Meeting Notice was mailed out yesterday in accordance with the Florida State Statutes. The Budget Meeting will be held on December 10^th, 2012 at 3 PM in the NSYC Theater. This is a Board of Directors Meeting so only a quorum of the Board of Directors is needed. Included in the mailing, which was mailed out to all Homeowners at the last address that they provided to us, was the notice of the budget meeting, the proposed 2013 budget and an email opt in letter to be filled out and submitted to our office if you would prefer to get notices (notice of meetings, coupons, correspondences) through email instead of USPS. If you have any questions AFTER the you receive the mailing, please let me know.

Mailing Addresses for Homeowners

We are only allowed to change your mailing address (even if I know you are back for the winter) by the homeowner putting the request in writing. If you do not put the change in writing (email is the best way) then all mail from the association (meeting notices, coupons, correspondence) will be sent up north.

Property Issues/Work Orders

Pool Chairs

Next Tuesday, the pool chairs will be cleaned so there might be limited chairs out at the pool deck on this day.

Pool Light

There is a pool light that is out at the end closest to the West Tower. A work order has been put in with the pool company and they will be out this week to replace it.

Dry Turf

A work order was put in with the irrigation tech last Friday for some areas in the turf that are dry. The irrigation tech will be out this week.

Reminders

GE Dishwasher Recall – Additional Information (First Notice sent out to All Residents by Michelle on August 10^th, second notice sent out August 14^th and third notice sent out August 15^th)

We have found out from some of the residents dishwashers were included in the recall. Please check your model numbers and serial numbers. These are the model and serial numbers that are included in this recall.

Recall - Dishwasher Models

Brand	Model Number begins with:	AND Serial Number begins with:
GE GE Profile GE Eterna GE Adora	GLC4, GLD4, GLD5, GLD6, GSD61, GSD62, GSD63, GSD66, GSD67, GSD69, GLDL, PDW7, PDWF7, EDW4, EDW5, EDW6, GHD4, GHD5, GHD6, GHDA4, GHDA6	FL, GL, HL, LL, ML, VL, ZL, AM, DM, FM, GM, HM, LM, MM, RM, SM, TM, VM, ZM, AR, DR, FR, GR
Hotpoint	HLD4

If you have one of these with the model and serial number, please contact GE at 866-918-8760 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET. Before calling, have the model and serial numbers on hand. For more information on this, please go to http://www.geappliances.com/products/recall/dishwasher_2012/

I am posting this again since homeowners are coming back down for season, I want to make sure that all dishwashers have been checked and the parts replaced if needed. This is the responsibility of each homeowner.

Happy Monday Afternoon. Hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving!

WiFi

The association has WiFi in the clubhouse and business center for all homeowners. It will show up as NorthStar as unsecured. All you need to do is click on this to connect. There is another one named NorthStar Sales which is secured for us in the office (management, concierge and sales). Do not connect to this as it is password protected.

Garage Door/Gate Remotes

In the garage door/gate remotes, there are two batteries that work the buttons. If you are having a problem with one or both of the buttons, please replace the batteries as this is most likely the issue. Security does not have extra remotes and we will not be given extra remotes out for ones that are not “working”. If you replace the batteries and it is still not working on BOTH the garage door and gates, please let me know.

NSYC Christmas Trees

The NSYC Residents Tree is up. Lights and ornaments will be added by the end of the week - all thanks to Michelle. The outside decorations will be put up on Wednesday by Vito and Carl. The real Christmas tree that is delivered to the property has been delayed and I am waiting to hear back on when we will have it.

Back Gate Codes

The back gates codes will be changing next Monday December 3^rd. The new codes will be emailed to you. If you have not received them, please let me know.

Window Cleaning

The quarterly window cleaning will be done December 6^th and 7^th.

Update - 21st November 2012

November 23^rd, 2012

On Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, our main office will be closed. So both offices at North Star will be closed Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving. Security will remain the same. If you have a service provider coming on Friday (a/c or cable) security can give them access.

Pets

Please do not let your dogs pee at the front entrance on the pillars or in the landscape right out front. For owners in the West Tower, please take your dogs to the grassy area by the back parking lot. East Tower owners, please take your dogs to the back parking lot by the tennis courts. If you have a question regarding locations, please let me know.

Update - 14th November 2012

Winter Annuals and Beach Sand

The winter annuals were installed late last week. Thank you to Kevin Chapman who helped out again in selecting the annuals for the association with the assistance of Greenscapes.  The beach sand was replenished a few weeks ago and is looking very nice. We are doing this twice a year to the beach area along with weekly raking to help keep the sand looking fresh & inviting.

Dog Violations

In the last week, we sent two more samples to be tested at the lab. Once the results come back, those owners will be contacted. Thank you to those keeping an eye out for samples that need to be collected and tested. Also, we ask that you do not let your dogs pee on the pillars or trash cans right outside the lobby doors. This makes the entrance of your home not very pleasant to other owners and guests coming in and out of the tower.

Quarterly Fire Sprinkler Inspection

The quarterly fire sprinkler inspection will be taking place tomorrow, Thursday November 15^th. They will not need to access the units and alarms should not sound. Any questions regarding this, please let me know.

Pool Stains

The test spot was done but we didn’t get definitive results as to if it is going to work or not. The pool tech is going to do another sample today to see the results for himself. An update will be included in a later blog.

Thanksgiving

Our office, along with the sales office will be closed next Thursday for Thanksgiving. Our office will  open again on Friday November 23^rd but the sales office will be closed, reopening on Saturday November 24^th.

Reminder – Originally posted October 16^th, 2012

Cleaning of the Lanais

The Board and I have set up a schedule as to when homeowners can clean their lanais. This is in response to a request by many homeowners. Homeowners also asked that if the board allowed, having it scheduled right before the window cleaning is done. The next window cleaning is scheduled for December 6th and 7th. Please see attached schedule.

Nov. 26th – PH floor –AM

12th floor – PM

Nov. 27th – 11th floor – AM

10th floor - PM

Nov. 28 – 9th floor

Nov. 29th – 8 floor

Nov. 30th – 7th floor

Dec. 3rd – 6th floor

Dec. 4th – 5th floor

Dec. 5th – 4th floor

We have tried to take everyone’s thoughts and concerns into consideration here but do realize that the dates may not suit some unit owners, for which we apologize in advance.

Update - 6 November, 2012

East Tower First Floor Garage Door

Garage Doors by Roy North was out here yesterday late afternoon to make the necessary repairs to get the garage door operational. They ran into problems last week and were unable to get the garage door working.

Beau Drive Entrance Gate

The Beau Drive Entrance gate was sticking open this morning and making some noise. The gate company was called out and they found everything to be working. This is an intermittent problem that we will monitor.

West Tower Elevator / Elevator 5 Year Test

It was reported yesterday morning that Elevator 2 - 5^th floor push buttons were working but not lit. The elevator tech was on-site yesterday morning and had to order parts. The parts should be delivered within the next week and will be installed shortly after that.

Elevator 1 – The cab fan was not working and a new one had to be ordered. The fan came in yesterday morning and has been installed.

The 5 year test of the elevators will begin today and go until Thursday. During this time, the elevators might be a little slower than usual. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Pet Rules – Elevators and DNA Registration

As a reminder Section 20 of the rule and regulations states:

Pets are permitted only in pet designated areas and are not permitted at any recreational amenity areas. Pets are permitted only in unoccupied elevators so long as the pets are on a leash and accompanied by the unit owner. An Owner with a pet may not enter into or occupy a passenger elevator presently occupied by other persons.

With season approaching, please remember you have 48 hours to have your dog DNA tested once you get back to the property. The best way to do this is to set up an appointment with me. This way I will have everything ready to go and it should only take a few minutes at the most.

Quiet Time

Section 22 of the rules and regulations states:

The Board of Directors shall have the right to determine if any equipment, fixture, improvement, materials or activity producing such noise or odor constitutes a nuisance. In particular, during the hours of 11 PM to 8 AM or any other hours set by the Board of Directors, no unit owner shall play (or permit to be played in its unit or on the limited common elements or common elements) any musical instrument, phonograph, TV, common radio or the like in a way that unreasonably disturbs or annoys other unit owners or occupants.

Be mindful of your neighbors, noise travels within the community especially if you have your sliding doors open. Please call Security if you are having an issue with noise within the complex. If they are unable to correct the situation, they are instructed to contact the Lee County Sheriffs Office.