Yoga
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FBI finally apprehends the dangerous “Sandals Robbers Gang”
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Aquarius got a “Contamination Notice” from the refusal collection service Waste Management.It seems that the recycle bins have received plastic bags like those used by the Super Markets. This is not allowed. Plastic Bags should be taken to participant concerns like Publix and Winn-Dixie.
> No plastic bags or film – take the plastic bag to Publix or Winn-Dixie
> Pizza Boxes contaminated with fat, cheese or pepperoni.
> No food waste
> No needles
> No foam cups and containers
> Plastic Bottles and Containers
> Food and Beverage Cans
> Paper (could be wet but not fat contaminated)
> Flattened Cardboard and Paperboard
> Food and Beverage Cartoons
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Funny video
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Can You Id Tracks on the Beach?
Dog
Snake
Horse
Imbecile
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Fun and Games at Aquarius
We have some activities that may deserve your interest.
There are groups of billiards, ping-pong, yoga, mahjong, females happy hour, movie nights and other activities.
Very soon we will post names of residents that are either involved in these activities or can offer some guidance for those interested.
One example, for those that want benefit using the new Gym equipment, is to count with the help from Orlando Herrera. Is usually early in the morning in the Gym. He is an expert in the use of all exercise machines and could offer you a short intro if you need.
Some activities are already being done such as Pool (billiards) and Ping-Pong. Other activities will start as soon as we have the “people from the North” back to Aquarius.
Keep tuned in. Information is forthcoming.
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New (old) Aquarius Luggage Bellman Carts used by the Valet Parking ServiceAbout 3 years ago the old bronze Luggage Bellman Carts used by the Valet Service has to be retired. Their appearance was not good. Their wheels were falling apart. So their we removed from service. A few months ago Joe Paez, the Principal of GlobalOne our security and valet service company, decided to submit the carts frames to electrophoretic (catophoretic) coating. This process that usually gives the paint a long and durable use. The beautiful carts came back and were left in the storage room.
Recently we tried to convince our maintenance staff Emílio and Ruslan to using the wheels of another also retired carts put together the old carts.
It was not hard at all to get their interest. In a few days using the time they had between their many activities the first cart was ready. Yesterday the second cart entered in service.
Many residents identified the old carts now reborn. They we surprised and delighted with the carts facelift. It is a good feeling to have good equipment at Aquarius for a very low cost. Another good example of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle?
Thank you so much Joe, Emilio and Ruslan for a job well done!
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Are we there yet?
Are we there yet? This is a question that we very often hear when traveling with the family.
At Aquarius it is not different. Everybody is anxious to have their balconies back, the pools open and the silence, peace and absence of dust. This post has the latest schedule presented by the construction firm in charge of the Aquarius 40 Year Recertification project: Structural Preservation Systems. This schedule was not formally vetted by the Technical Responsible and General Project Manager Hillman Engineering. Of course it is not finally accepted by the Aquarius Condominium Association.
Is the project progressing in a satisfactory pace? You are the judge. It should be observed that some delay was caused by the IRMA storm and rainy or otherwise inclement weather days.
The most updated schedules are in four pages bellow. One for the South Tower, another for the North Tower and two pages for the East Deck. Please exam these schedules in detail.
Towers and Deck Master Schedules expected completion final dates according a previous estimate and the most recent available:
Contractual expected completion dates:
♦ May 2017 was considered the effective groundbreaking data for this project. The Structural and Aquarius contract was originally signed January 2017.
Completion: Deck (50 weeks): May 2018 Towers (80 weeks) November 2018
♦ Master Schedule update submitted on October 2017:
Completion: Deck: November 26, 2018 Towers: January 11, 2019
♦ Master Schedule revision submitted September 2018:
Completion: Deck: December 25, 2018 Towers: April 4, 2019
♦ Delta from original contractual schedule: Deck: Seven Months delay. Towers: Four Months delay.
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Relocating is also part of the 3 R’sReduce, reuse and recycle. These are the 3 R’s for a greener and happier planet. Here is a small example:
There were 3 very large planters that were destined to be sent to the trash landfill. The owners didn’t want them anymore. They were left in our construction area of the East Pool Deck for several months. We had the idea to relocate the planters into the West Parking Lot across the South Ocean Drive. There are grass areas the lost their protective curb. The vehicular traffic is creating ponds of rain water. Besides these areas are a danger for drivers and pedestrians. How about taking the planters to these new location? The project took some months. Finally after some persistent requests the planters were moved. Have you noticed them?
Planter number one in three steps:
Planter number two. Before and after a little TLC:
And Planter number three: just a little topsoil and not much elese done but it is still OK:
Now it is time to keep fertilizing and watch nature take its course. What was the cost to Aquarius? None, nada, zilch. All work of an anonymous donor.
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Florence, Isaac, Helene: Are we protected at Aquarius?September 10, 2018
These big storms march close to the United States. Florence is to hit the Carolinas coast before the end of the week (September 13 or 14, 2018). Isaac and Helene should not be a serious threat to Southern Florida as the forecasts of today.
What are the concerns at Aquarius?
The North Tower is fully protected by its Storm Windows, Metal Shutters and Construction Plywood. If you live in the North Tower make and you have Metal Shutters make sure they are easy to close, they lock properly so you are not left without protection. Impact Windows just must be properly closed.
How about the South Tower? Impact Windows? Not to worry. The Metal Shutters that were removed are being put back according to plan. There is a contractor in the property working to put everything according the Florida and City of Hollywood construction code. What if a storm strikes and there is not Shutters in place yet? The Aquarius Management is prepared to install plywood protection in all windows that still require shielding.
Let’s relax and hope for the better.
If you are out-of-town and still have Metal Shutters ask a neighbor to make sure your Shutters are in top condition closed and locked. By the way: nobody is supposed to leave town without closing and locking his/hers metal Shutters. This is procedure to be taken seriously year round. This does not protect just your unit. This protects the entire building.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/weather/broward/
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Aquarius Neighbor Falko Fahrner left us September 7, 2018
Falko Fahrner
Falko Fahrner, Apartment 1401N, emigrated from Germany in 1965. He was married to Sylvia Fahrner for 32 years. Sylvia had 2 sons from a previous marriage. Falko was considered by them and by their 8 children as the only father and grandpa they ever had.
He loved soccer. His favorite team was VFB of Stuttgart.
His passion for Porsches was remarkable. The last one he owned was a Porsche Carrera 911. He dreamed of getting one more, the Porsche Macan.
He was anxious to enjoy the new swimming pool of Aquarius. He believed he could benefit from some physiotherapy in the new pool.
Unfortunately after back surgery at the end of May, 2018, he did not seem to get back to feeling well enough to realize his dreams. Sadly his health did not cooperate.
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Miami will be underwater soon. By Christopher Favelle
Photographs by Anastasia Samoylova
Bloomberg Businessweek, September 3, 2018
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