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October Board of
Governors'
Report

November Board
of Governors'
Report

Annual 2008

The Galleon
Operational
Budget Meeting

December Board

Newsletter
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Report

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 will hold its 2008 Galleon Budget
Workshop on October 31st. Unit
owners should submit questions or
October 15, 2007 recommendations in writing to the
Board of Governors' Meeting office that they would like addressed
Highlights in the 2008 budget. Mr. Raschi stated
Eight Board Members were in that the plans to change the entrance
attendance. Ed Friedeberg will need a vote. Mr. Raschi reviewed
was absent. Lindman’s contract and it does not
include pavers for the lower parking
President’s Comments, Donna area.
Oppert: A Board Motion passed to
amend the September 17, 2007 Building Committee: The
Minutes of the Board of Governors Committee recommended the fan
meeting. Minutes now state that The pavers design at a cost of $21,500 as
Galleon was billed $660, to date, in well as guitar pavers in the lower lot.
reference to the Demand Letter. The lower lot pavers are not included
in the current restoration project.
Finance Report: The following Items to be voted on will include the
assets were reported: sidewalk west wall which will
Cash/Operating $255,733 eliminate four (4) parking spaces in
Cash/Payroll $2126.78; Petty Cash the lower lot, security gates, and a
$500; National City Concrete water feature in the circle of the main
$358,132; National City Wilma entrance. Mr. Sipos assured that the
$1,369,507. dark pavers on the upper level will be
Mr. Raschi explained to the residents replaced.
that the Wilma account contains Communications
funds received from the insurance Committee: There was not a
company as payout caused by formal meeting; however, Mr.
Hurricane Wilma. The concrete Matthews did report that the
account has funds derived from The newsletter is now posted on The
Galleon Special Assessment used to Galleon website.
fund the concrete restorations.
Residents had an opportunity to ask Maintenance/Housekeeping
questions and the following was Committee: Ed Friedeberg reported
determined: approximately $1.7 that 17 bicycles have been registered
million has been paid out from and remaining bicycles will be picked
the $2.8 million Wilma account; the up by the Fire Department and/or
screen around the rooftop water Marines. The pool area will be
tower is covered under the Wilma sprayed for ants monthly. Pool chairs
account; 29 unit owners are are cleaned daily and will be
delinquent in paying their thoroughly cleaned when construction
assessment. The Finance Committee is complete. The Committee
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recommended new chairs or at least
refurbishing of the old chairs. The
Committee also recommended that
the brown carpet in the basement
garage is replaced after renovations
have been completed.
Grounds Committee: Charles
Steinmetz stated that due to the
absence of fifty percent of the
members, there was no meeting last
month. Mr. Steinmetz also
stated that the Committee
recommends moving forward
with updating the landscaping as
directed by Tom Laubenthal.
However, this cannot be
accomplished without the support of
the homeowners.
Decorating Committee: In the
absence of Mrs. Mallon, Mrs. Sipos
reported that the drapes will not be
hung until the lobby has been
cleaned.
Security Committee: Mrs. Sipos
stated new Emergency Alarm forms
will be given to owners needing
assistance. The Vial of Life program
and the FOB Key system are being
reviewed. New traffic
signs were
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 Other Business: On behalf of
Maddie Abrams, Tom Capone
reported that Mrs. Abrams, who
parks on the Upper Level parking
area, was approached late at by teens
asking to be let into the building.
Feeling apprehensive, she opened the
door and they entered the building.
Mrs. Abrams asked the Board if there
was any consideration for additional
lighting and security gates to help
avoid such incidents. The Board plans
to review the issues as over the years
several incidents have occurred in the
Upper Level Parking Garage areas.
Manager’s Report: Mr. Swan
reported on the following: one
way traffic back in the lower
parking garage; waterproofing
of the circle; steps from pool
to sundeck; new fence on south side;
update of renovations on the catwalks
and the circle.
SOCIAL EVENTS
Ms Spinnato reported that the Dinner
Social held at the Ocean Sky, which
included live music, was enjoyed by
all who attended. She also expressed
disappointment for the lack of
resident participation. Five Board
Members did attend.
ALT ILE
PRESIDENTCOUNCIL REPORT
Captain Peney reported that the
street lights were turned off before
the city installed the turtle-safe lights
which caused an influx of vagrants to
beach area and crime skyrocketed.
Residents should be aware of their
surroundings and use common
sense to adapt their behavior to the
environment. A randomly parked
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patrol vehicle will be added as a
deterrent.
The 18-month monitoring period
implemented to gather data for beach
re-nourishment was completed in
September 2007. The data is
being forwarded to the State and
a report to the Governor and Cabinet
detailing project impacts. Reports
appear positive.
Six Galt Mile Associations who’s A/C
depended on outflow pipes are being
required to upgrade to a more
efficient means such as cooling
towers.
November 12, 2007
Board of Governors' Meeting
Highlights
All Board Members were in
attendance.
Finance Report: The following assets
were reported: Cash/Operating
$314,399 Cash/Payroll $1,313; Petty
Cash $500; Fidelity Concrete $519,211;
Fidelity Wilma $693,146. One unit
owner is in foreclosure.
Building Committee: The sundeck’s
expansion joint is near completion. All
parking spaces in the circle will remain
the same. Contractors should be
completely finished by January 2008.
Decorating Committee: Mr. Morris
will submit a proposal for the lobby
based on our suggestions and his
expertise. Drapes will be hung after the
lobby and windows have been cleaned.
Grounds Committee: The Committee
voted unanimously to accept the Water
Feature. The Board passed a Motion by
a majority vote 7-2: to accept the
Water Feature for the circle, as created
by the Architect. Before the
construction could begin, the
Committee agreed to oversee the
process of securing the Owners’
consent forms for a required 75% of
Owners’ approval.
Security Committee: Fire evacuation
forms were distributed. Residents were
asked to place completed forms in the
magnetic pouch on their refrigerator. A
representative from the Fire
Department will present a workshop on
fire safety in January. Receiving has
improved. The cost to re-key the
building is $65,000 and not a priority at
this time. Bushes in front of the
building should be lowered
immediately. Joe Finocchairo resigned
from the Security Committee and Lynn
Landesco has been appointed.
Manager’s Report: Mr. Swan stated
the rust spots on the SE corner ceiling
and the 2 main beams will be
examined by the engineers; ceiling
repair is covered by contract;
expansion joint will be completed next
week; parking in the Basement has
returned to normal; and all the
catwalks have been cleared of the
black netting.

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 and 1 social event. In the past 11
months, there were 15 Board
Meetings and more than 76
December 10, 2007 Committee Meetings in which 60
Annual 2008 Operational owners participated. Highlights over
Budget Meeting the past 4 weeks: regular parking
resumed in the basement; the
All Board Members were in catwalks were cleaned and black
attendance netting was removed; lobby marble
On November 26, 2007, the Finance floors and windows were
Committee met to answer questions professionally cleaned; new drapes
and review the 2008 Budget. This were installed; the blue tarp was
Operating Budget does not include removed from the temporary main
painting the building, catwalk deck entrance; and holiday decorations
resurfacing, pool/patio furniture or and lights were put up inside and
other capital improvements. The outside the building.
budget requires 4.7% less revenue
than last year. Donna Oppert moved
to accept the proposed 2008 Galleon
Operating budget in the amount of
$1,653,527. A voice vote was taken.
The motion passed unanimously.
The 2008 First Quarter Billing and
Work Order Invoices are due on
January 1, 2008.
December 10, 2007
Board of Governors’ Meeting
Highlights
All Board Members were in
attendance.
Finance Report: The following
assets were reported:
Cash/Operating $194,453
Cash/Payroll $31,806; Petty Cash $500;
Fidelity Concrete $499,476; Fidelity
Wilma $680,828. One unit owner is in
foreclosure. One unit owner is
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delinquent in paying 4 Quarter
Maintenance.
President’s Report: Donna Oppert
reported that in the past 4 weeks
there were 5 meeting notices posted
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Building Committee: New pavers for
the pool coping have been
recommended by the Committee and
are on display in Paul Swan’s office.
The estimate from Perfect Pavers is
$8,500. We have a credit from Lindman
for $1,500. The Committee acquired
bids for the Cooling Tower Fence which
is mandated by the city. Treasurer Paul
Raschi assured that hurricane money is
available to cover the expense. Bids
are being acquired for main structural
columns that are in need of repair. The
railing on the roof will be replaced at
Lindman’s expense. Two inspections
are conducted annually on the roof to
maintain the 20 year guarantee. The
basement floor will be professionally
painted when the building is painted.
The Galleon staff can paint the
basement ceiling.
Decorating Committee: At the
November 15 th
meeting, Mr. Morris
presented floor plans, picture furniture
and fabrics. The Committee agreed on
most of the furniture and fabrics. A
meeting will be called to discuss
estimates. The expense for this project
is a capital improvement and not part
of the general operating budget.
Grounds Committee: Charles
Steinmetz stated from 213 Owners,
194 Owners (98.6%) had responded by
remitting a "Water Feature" consent
form making the tallied count: 176
Yes; 17 No; and 20 non responses.
However, the Committee was
challenged by two (2) Board Members
and an owner demanding a public
recount. The Galleon's Association
Attorney had stated that the
Committee was to tally the forms,
when received, and report the legal
tallied count at a Board Meeting. The
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Board voted to accept the count and to
approve the construction of the Water
Feature based on the 85% approval of
the Owners. These forms will be
retained as official records of the
Association.
Maintenance/Housekeeping
Committee: The Committee
recommended that the unwanted
bicycles be repaired and used as
loaners for guests. Paul Swan will
research liability issues. The
Committee recommended the purchase
of new pool furniture and to replace
canopy on the pool deck. The building
storage areas have been cleaned and
are now used for the Social Committee,
wheel chairs and walkers, and building
supplies. The STAR Employee Award
nominations for the 4th Quarter are
due December 31, 2007.
Security Committee: Mr. Henry
Gomez, Security Consultant,
reported on the security progress
since March 2007. A Security Manual
was developed for Officers to adhere to
and should be updated on a regular
basis. A Deggy System was installed
and now produces reports of the date
and times a Security Officer arrives at
each check point. In addition, the
Security Officer writes a report after
each round. The Chief of Security
should perform ongoing training. A
Receiving Department has been
developed which leaves the lobby free
of boxes and makes the lobby more
presentable. Mr. Gomez stated that
Security is much better now not only
because of his consulting but because
of the cooperation of Paul Swan and
the Security team. Mr. Gomez
recommended twp security gates and

stated that there are sufficient cameras
and lighting.
Social Committee: Denise Montana
reported in the absence of Alice
Spinnato, Committee Chair. The lobby
has been decorated for the holidays. A
special thank you to the Committee
and especially to Bob and Alice
Spinnato for their countless hours
decorating. There was a celebration for
the lighting of the Menorah with
singing, refreshments and a speech by
Ed Harwood. The Holiday celebration is
Friday, December 18th.
Manager’s Report: Parking
issues are better and Mr.
Swan asked that residents
use their assigned parking
spaces to be sure there will
be spaces available for holiday
guests. Remember to register your
guest's vehicles with Security.
Peter Hess renting Unit
1502
Teresa Alaby renting 1602
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Beach Warning Flags
The ocean can be a lot of fun, but it
can also be a dangerous. Be sure to
adhere to the beach warning flags.
GREEN FLAG Low Hazard: Conditions
are calm; normal care and caution should
be exercised.
YELLOW FLAG Moderately
Hazardous Conditions:
Moderate currents and/or surf are
present; use extra care.
RED FLAG Very Hazardous
Conditions: Rough surf and/or
strong currents exist; swimmers are
strongly discouraged from entering
the water.
DOUBLE RED FLAG Closed to
the Public: The water and/or
beach are closed to the public
due to severe currents and/or surf,
water pollution, the threat of
lightning, or the presence of
predatory fish.
PURPLE FLAG Marine Pests:
Jellyfish, man-of-wars, and/or sea
lice are present. This flag may be
flown along with any of the other
flags
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A Happy & Healthy New year

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