Volume 10 Issue 2 August de mejora al salón multiusos.

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1 The Bugle at Brickell Place Phase II Volume 10 Issue 2 August 2014 BP AI P H A S E II A Newsletter for the Residents of Brickell Place Phase II Association, Inc. Thanks! Design Committee We want to thank the new design committee members Louise Valdés-Fauli, Melissa Blanco, and Blanca Padró for volunteering to assist the Association. Your efforts will help us build a better community for all. Moms Unite: We also want thank the moms who continue to assist the board with ideas for improving amenities for the community s children. As a result, the Board of Directors have voted unanimously to approve an improvement initiative for the multipurpose room. Brickell Place Phase II Association, Inc & 1925 Brickell Ave. Miami, FL admin@bplace2.com ASSOCIATION OFFICERS President...Oscar Dominguez Vice President...Lenin Sanchez Secretary...Lillian Castañeda Treasurer... Miglene Marrero Director...Lourdes Agulló Director... Fabian Wisniacki Director... Robert Ellis PROPERTY STAFF Property Manager...Javier Zayas-Bazán Administrative Asst...Rebeca Caramay Bookkeeping... Adelayne Socarrás Housekeeping Supervisor... Jose Marquez Asst. Security Director...Jorge Garcia Maintenance Asst...Clara Regalado Plumbing... Gregory Rivera Electrical...Leandro Alvarez Air Conditioning... Ariel Castellano Painting...Lino Gonzalez General... Julian Ore Valet Supervisor...Ernesto Castro IMPORTANT NUMBERS Main Fax Convenience Store OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday :30 pm Patience Pays: We appreciate your patience as we ve been testing the fire alarms and elevators. These evaluations to our life safety and conveyance systems are critical to communal safety. Gracias! Comité de diseño: Agradecemos a los miembros del nuevo comité de diseño, Louise Valdés-Fauli, Melissa Blanco y Blanca Padrón por su ayuda a la asociación. Sus esfuerzos contribuirán a construir una mejor comunidad para todos. Mamás unidas: También queremos darle las gracias al grupo de mamás que continúan ayudando a la junta con sus ideas para mejorar los servicios para los niños de la comunidad. Como resultado, la Junta de Directores aprobó unánimemente una iniciativa INSIDE THIS ISSUE de mejora al salón multiusos. Su paciencia vale la pena: Apreciamos su paciencia mientras se probaron las alarmas de fuego y de los elevadores. Estas evaluaciones a nuestros sistemas de seguridad de vida y traslado son críticos para la seguridad de la comunidad. Thanks!...1 Maintenance...2 La Fundación Educativa...3 Consultant Corner...4, 5 BPP2 Financial Outlook...6

2 Page 2 Brickell Place Phase II Condominium August 2014 Maintenance High-hat lighting trims have been installed in the lobby rotunda area to improve lighting and aesthetics. Mantenimiento Se han instalado elegantes luces en la rotonda del lobby para mejorar el alumbrado y la estética del área. A/C vent trims are being replaced in the lobby areas with newer exact fits at 24 x 24. A/C Ductwork: We have discovered that the A/C duct system above the drop ceiling in both the D and C is damaged. It appears it has been this way for many years dating back to the remodeling of the lobby around ten years ago. Corrective work is considerable and necessary to avoid A/C and energy loss. Rainwater Drainage: Due to increased flooding in the lower level parking garage and upper deck, it is apparent there drainage problems that routine maintenance cannot correct. We are looking into engineering options for a professional evaluation of the drainage system. Se están reemplazando las salidas de aire acondicionado en el lobby de ambos edificios. Conductos de aire acondicionado: Hemos descubierto que el sistema de conductos del aire acondicionado que corre sobre el techo del lobby de ambos edificios está dañado. Aparentemente ha estado así por años, desde la remodelación del lobby hace diez años. Va a ser necesario realizar considerables trabajos de reparación para evitar que continúe escapándose el aire acondicionado y gastándose más energía eléctrica. Drenaje del agua de lluvia: Debido a la constante acumulación de agua de lluvia en los garajes del primero y segundo piso, aparentemente existen problemas de drenaje que el mantenimiento de rutina no ha podido corregir. Estamos estudiando varias opciones de ingeniería que requieren una evaluación profesional del sistema de drenaje. Trust your Brickell Place RESIDENT REALTORS THE MARKET IS HOT, HOT, HOT! Over 20 years experience specializing in the Brickell area Lilia V Naar PA Raquel Echevarria EWM Realty International lilnaar@gmail.com echevarria.r@ewm.com The views expressed here are not necessarily those of Coastal Group Publications, Inc. (CGP) or its staff. CGP assumes no responsibility for any text or illustrations submitted for publication.

3 August 2014 La Fundación Educativa Carlos M. Castañeda y Knight Foundation Invitan al concierto MARTHA MARCHENA INTERPRETA LOS CLÁSICOS DE AMERICA LATINA Este concierto a beneficio del fondo de becas de la Fundación Educativa Carlos M. Castañeda, tendrá lugar el viernes, 17 de octubre a las 7:30 PM en el Teatro Koubek, rd Street, Miami. El recital celebra la rica y dinámica herencia cultural hispanoamericana de Miami a través de la música de los grandes compositores de América Latina y la pasión interpretativa de la internacionalmente aclamada concertista Martha Marchena. Información, reservaiones y boletos en org, o fecmc@me.com o llamando a su vecina Lillian Castañeda al Fundación Educativa Carlos M. Castañeda and Knight Foundation Invite you to the concert MARTHA MARCHENA PLAYS LATIN AMERICAN CLASSICS This concert to benefit the Carlos M. Castañeda Scholarship Fund, will take place on Friday, October 17 at 7:30 PM at the Koubek Theater, rd Street, Miami, FL, The recital celebrates Miami s rich and diverse hispanic heritage through the music of the great Latin American composers and the interpretative passion of world renowned pianist Martha Marchena. Information, reservations and tickets: org, fecmc@me.com or call your neighbor Lillian Castañeda at Page 3 Brickell Place Phase II Condominium Your Brickell Place Condo Sold For Full Price Guaranteed or I Pay The Difference From My Pocket* GLENN BECK SAYS ON RADIO: I met with Roman and he is the agent I would call if I lived in South Florida Listen To Glenn Beck s Full Analysis of our Guarantee & Marketing sold personally, 50+ in Downtown/Brickell Here is how we maximize the chances of getting full price from Buyers for Your Brickell Place Condo: 1) Full Stand Alone Website Just For Your Condo. 2) Interior Video for International Buyers to see. 3) International MLS system for agents all over the world. 4) Full time professionals 7 days/wk to answer calls on your condo = more showings. 99% answer rat.e 5) Advertising on 50+ websites, including the #1 site for International homes: 6) Professional Photography, Brochure, Wall Street Journal. 7) Weekly Update on Showings, Feedback, Market Info 8) No Long Term Contracts, Cancel Anytime if we don t deliver what we promise. To Download our entire full marketing plan, and see examples of each of our ads for other Brickell Condos visit Not quite ready to talk to an agent? Visit our site to: 1) Receive Our Weekly Best Buy List 2) Get your Free Quick Over The Net Evaluation. 3) Check the Downtown / Brickell Market Statistics 4) See what is under Contract, & Sold in Brickell 5) Click on Brickell Place and see inventory for Sale. 6) View 21 Mistakes Most Sellers Make. Roman Pavlik Mr. Downtown Miami Keller Williams Eagle Realty info@downtownlivingmiami.com Cell Office: Your Downtown Miami/Brickell Expert Over 1000 Personally Sold, Results Don t Lie * All Prices Ranges Qualify, certain home restrictions & limits apply. Contact us for details. Persons submitting same agree to do so voluntarily. CGP is indemnified and held harmless from any and all liability arising out of such publication. Coastal Group Publications (305)

4 Page 4 Brickell Place Phase II Condominium August 2014 Consultant Corner Dear Rich: I live in a very nice condo complex with a pool area that all the buildings share. Over the last 2 months, when I go out to the pool area, I am constantly being bitten by mosquitoes. In fact, so is everyone else. I know we ve had a lot of rain, but it seems that these mosquitoes might be coming from our lavish landscaped area, where we have many beautiful plants. It s unbearable in the early morning and at dusk, which is when I love to go outside to take a swim. The management office is on top of things by getting the pest control people out here and spraying, but it just seems like a losing battle. I know that this may not be your area of expertise, but I thought I d take a shot. Signed, A bit bitten Full grown flower planter from EPCOT Center served as model for our flower arrangements in BBQ area. Pass by enjoy the beauty of nature. Este tiesto de frondosas plantas de EPCOT Center nos sirvió de modelo para los arreglos florales que colocamos en el area de BBQ. Pase y disfrute esta belleza natural Dear Bitten, I understand your situation and I ve been hearing about it more and more this summer. We ve had a lot of rain and it appears that the mosquitoes are out in large numbers. I reached out to Miami Dade County and found out some interesting information that may help. It appears that there is a certain plant, not indigenous to Florida, that the landscapers tend to plant in many gardens. The plant is called bromeliad. There are many species of this plant. Many bromeliads are able to store water in a structure formed by their tightlyoverlapping leaf bases. Please check to see if these are planted in your gardens at your condo. Because they don t have a strong root structure, these plants, and their water storage area, can breed between 5 and 10 thousand mosquitoes per day. Wow! They re beautiful plants but they re just not what we need Continued on page 5

5 August 2014 Page 5 Brickell Place Phase II Condominium Consultant (cont. from page 4) in our tropical climate, especially during the summer months when mosquitoes really swarm. After meeting with a representative of Miami Dade County of the subject, I decided to recommend to all condos in Miami Dade and Broward that I consult with to remove these plants and replace them with something that does not store water and is indigenous to South Florida. There are so many beautiful plants to choose from. The only recommendation that can be made to those that don t want to remove these plants is to flush them with fresh water at least twice a week. This can prevent the mosquitoes from laying their eggs and/or them hatching. If you need further information please contact your local mosquito control center in your county. I hope this helps with the issues you are having. KITCHEN & BATHROOM REMODELING specializing in condo & apartment interiors Rich Parker is an expert condominium consultant, licensed Florida CAM and Private Investigator, and President of The Presidents Club, an organization that affords Presidents of condos and HOA s the opportunity to network with their peers and exchange valuable information while gaining educational knowledge of the industry. For more information or if you have a question that you would like answered in one of our columns, please Rich Parker at consultantcorner@yahoo.com. BLINDS & SHADES FREE SHOP AT HOME SERVICE 20% OFF Motorized Shades exp. 11/30/14 must present coupon WE BEAT ANY ESTIMATE BLINDS, SHADES, SHUTTERS MOTORIZED SPECIALIST VERTICALS REPAIRED & CLEANED SHADES REPAIRED & CLEANED Jeff Diamond & Anthony Lasorsa Lic. CC#94B CGC Lasorsa Enterprises, Inc. Licensed & Insured General Contractor Remodeling Installations Kitchen / Bathroom New & Resurfaced Cabinets Cabinets / Vanities Custom Baseboards / Crown Moldings Granite / Marble / Mica Counter Tops Your Experienced Handyman 40 Year Building Certification Service New Ceilings Popcorn Ceiling Removal Smooth Ceilings Ceramic Tile & Marble Installed visit our website: Design & Management Services Custom Kitchens + Bathrooms OUR SPECIALTY No Job Too Small Free Estimates Service & Quality at Reasonable Prices Commercial & Residential Habla Español FREE SHOP FREE AT HOME MEASURING SERVICE& INSTALLATION FAST SERVICE, LOWEST PRICES GUARANTEED! WE SHOW UP! 25 Years in Biz 15% Off complete kitchen or bathroom remodeling BLINDS & SHADES Bee WE BEAT ANY ESTIMATE.* ANY BRAND, J FREE ay MEASURING & ANY STYLE INSTALLATION Including: Home Depot, Loews or ANY South Florida Window Treatment Retailer. ALL our Blinds carry a Lifetime Warranty (Parts & Labor). WE REPAIR ANY VERTICALS, BLINDS & SHADES We Also Do VerticAl tracks repaired P rinting Your Printfessionals Since 1976 Framing, Drywall & Finishes Plumbing & Electrical Service Mechanical Service Doors / Windows Mirror Installation EST % OFF Any Service Valid With Coupon. Not To Be Combined With Other Offers. Exp 9/30/2014 Full Service Print Shop Copies While You Wait *VERTICALS Next Day REPAIRED Business CLEANED* Cards Expert Layout & Designing *MOTORIZED SPECIALIST* *SHADES REPAIRED & CLEANED* Call Us Today! 25 WE SHOW UP! years in Biz Business Cards Brochures Letterheads Business Forms Envelopes Newsletters Booklets And More! or N.E. 164 St., N. Miami Beach, FL 33162

6 Page 6 Brickell Place Phase II Condominium August 2014 BPP2 Financial Outlook -- Perspectiva financiera Our finances continue to look good. A snap shot of the most recent financial statements is below. Nuestras finanzas continúan bien. Una mirada a los más recientes estados de cuenta abajo. INCOME / INGRESOS YTD Budget YTD Surplus El año hasta la fecha Presupuesto Superávit Total - June 2014 $ 2,439, $ 2,409, $ 30, COLLECTIONS / COBROS Outstanding Rate Por cobrar Tasa $68, % EXPENSES / GASTOS YTD Budget YTD Surplus El año hasta la fecha Superávit hasta la fecha Presupuesto Total Expenses / Total de gastos $2,043, $2,121, $77,821.0 YTD means Year-to-Date One Dollar Emergency Dental Visit Including Necessary X-Rays NEW PATIENTS ONLY. Meet Your Neighborhood Dentist Dr. Edy A. Guerra $100 Off Whitening WITH THIS CARD. NEW PATIENTS ONLY. Two Locations to Better Serve You 9456 Harding Ave. Surfside, FL W. Flagler St. Miami, FL (305) LAW OFFICE OF ANSANA D. SINGH P.A South Dadeland Blvd, Suite Info@AnsanaLaw.com Accidents Slip and Fall Medical Malpractice Workers Compensation Premises Liability Insurance & Litigation Claims PIP Cases We Solve Problems The Law Office of Ansana D. Singh will handle your case with the attention and understanding that you deserve. Se Habla Español FREE 30 MINUTE PHONE CONSULTATION Published monthly at no cost for the Brickell Place Phase II Condominium by Coastal Group Publications, Inc. Contact CGP at T: (305) F: (305) to ADVERTISE in one of our newsletters or to get a FREE newsletter for your property.