Structural Survey of Aquarius Northeast Garage – 40 Year Recertification in Progress

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

LOGO WATER Structural  Survey of Aquarius Northeast Garage  – 40 Year Recertification in Progress

July 5th, 2016

 

Hillman Construction, today, started surveying the concrete soundness Southeast side of Aquarius garage ceiling and other structural components. This work will be the input to the scope of work to certify our building is structural and electrical safe as required by the Law after 40 years.  Bellow a very small sample of what was found compromised in the Northeast area. These are some of the points that require structural remediation. Some other aspects, as under the East Side Pool, are going to be shown soon.

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Stephen Arginteanu, New Member of the Board of Directors of Aquarius June 2016

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

LOGO SILHOUETTEStephen Arginteanu, New Member of the Board of Directors of Aquarius June 2016

Stephen Arginteanu prepared a note where he registers his work experience. He is the new member of the Board of Directors of Aquarius. Stephen was appointed in June of 2016 replacing Sofia Feremburg.

2016 07 04 Stephen Arginteanu

Stephen Arginteanu

I worked for the United States General Services Administration for thirty-nine years.
> I started out as a procurement agent trainee in the Federal Supply Service in a Central Office Division located in New York. Procurements covered the national supply needs of civilian agencies and the military for paper supplies and office products. Four years later I was a Unit Chief. Several years after that, I was an Assistant Branch Chief. Several years later I was asked to transfer to the Public Buildings Service and I accepted. A year later, I was the Branch Chief of Building Services which covered procurements for Federal buildings and leases in New York, most of New Jersey and Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.   About 10 years later, I was promoted to the position of Service Center Director of several very large and some medium size Federal buildings in New York City and a Courthouse in White Plains.  I was responsible for supervising Contract Specialists, Engineers, and Building Managers.  Sadly, one of my Buildings was 6 World Trade Center. I was responsible for all service contracts and also any construction and repairs under 2.5 million dollars with some exceptions above that.

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Gym Bathrooms Renovations July 11 last day for proposals

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

LOGO SILHOUETTEGym Bath Rooms Renovations    July 11 last day for proposals

 

As posted June 25, 2016 the project for renewal of the Bath Rooms of the Gym is under way. All specifications and details can be examined HERE.

As decided by the Board of Directors all initiatives are to be informed to the members of the Association in advance. Suggestions for vendors to participate in the competition are welcome. The Management invites at least three vendors to submit proposals, but the competition is open. Credible proposals from well established vendors with good references are welcome. If you have somebody to recommend direct this firm to enter into contact with Aquarius Property Management.

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The end is near… air conditioning news

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

AQUARIUS-3D logoThe End is Near

The end of the Aquarius Central Air Conditioning Renovation, that is. 

 

Just in time at the arrival of the Summer time the works at the Air Conditioning for the building hallways is almost complete.

This a project that costs in excess of $ 400.000 (four hundred thousand) that will give us comfort and savings. In the year of 2014 the repairs on the ancient machines was near $ 100.000 (one hundred thousand). In 2015 the repairs cost less  but the reliability of the compressors and ancillary equipment was very low.  The new equipment is based on dual compressors that provide savings of energy and high reliability. In the case one sub-systems fails there is another one to continue working. The funds for this project come from the 2015 Special Assessment.

You probably saw the post with  the pictures of the crane hoisting the new components to the top of the buildings in June 20, 2016. To review the pictures click HERE  (post opens in a new tab).

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2016 06 29 Air con 22016 06 29 Air con 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here pictures taken June 29, 2019.

When North and South towers residents will have their hallways properly, regularly, reliably and economically refrigerated?  Soon, very soon.

South Tower will have the Air Conditioning Central System a few days before the North Tower. Both installations are being done simultaneously, but the work in the South Tower is a bit more advanced.

Property Management will keep residents informed.

 

 

 

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Aquarius Celebration of 4th. of July

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

Aquarius Celebration of 4th. of July 

This is a good opportunity to taste the culinary style of our new Aquarius Restaurant tenant. Peter Perrone, son of Dominic Perrone will be the Chef of the celebration. 

2016 4 of july

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ACG Engineering Report of 2014: Balconies, Beams, Columns of Aquarius

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

Logo black no lineACG Engineering Report of 2014 Balconies, Beams, Columns of Aquarius 

 

In September 30 2014 the Board of Directors received a report from ACG Engineering regarding the need to address issues on the Aquarius balconies, beams, columns and walls of both towers North and South.

This very basic report addressed aspects of concrete restoration exclusively. All other items such balconies railings and tiles were not included. Paint and the electrical aspects also were not included. The repair of the East Deck and the East pool were not in this estimate

At the end of the initial 7 pages report the preliminary estimated cost was of $ 2,151,004.00 (Building 1 (North)$ 978.937.00 plus Building 2 (South)  $ 1,172,067.00). It is important to mention that the rate of deterioration increases overtime. As it was noted before this evaluation was done 2 years ago.

Besides the this document that is attached to this post ACG produced a 2 volume binder with the assessment of the buildings balconies. This work is going to be used by the firm Hillman Engineering that is executing a complete investigation to address all items required by the 40 Year Re-certification exercise.

To better appreciate the ACG report (282 pages) please click the link bellow:  (all links open in a new tab)

        2014 09 Aquarius Balconies Survey C     

Please follow the instructions on the first page if you want go directly to see the specific status of your balcony in 2014. Of course the situation did not improve after 2 years of salt, sun, heat  and rain.

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A comprehensive explanation of the Broward County 40 Year Building Safety Inspection Program may be seen here:

https://aquariusuno.com/2015/04/15/broward-county-40-year-building-safety-i-program/

A newer revision of this same document can be seen at the Broward County website:

Broward County 40 Year

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Gentle Yoga with Julie June 2016

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

LOGO LADYWonderful “Gentle Yoga with Julie”

 

Classes began on June 22. It will be held every Wednesday night from    7-8 PM in the Green Room.

2016 yogaFor anyone who is interested – any level! We do great stretching and balancing.

Learn how to breathe and love your body. Come join us. Only $10 a class.

If you would like more information –  

call Roni at 954 929 5797      no reservation required

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Aquarius GYM Bathrooms Plans and Specifications June 2016

Posted on June 25, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

LOGO SILHOUETTEAquarius GYM Bathrooms Plans and Specifications

The bathrooms in the Gymnasium of Aquarius need refurbishing. Here are the plans reviewed by the Construction Committee and the Board of Directors. The condominium invites qualified contractors to submit proposals. 

The proposals should arrive before July 11, 2016 at the Aquarius Management Office.  2751 S Ocean Dr., Hollywood Fl.

Additional information with Mr. David Slavin, Property Manager  tel.: 954-921-7924

The plans are in .pdf file format

AQUARIUS BATHROOMS MATERIAL SUBMITTALS AND MANUAL

  1. AQUARIUS WOMEN BATHROOM SPECIFICATIONS
  2. M-1 Women’s Bathroom 6-1-16-M-1
  3. P-1 Women’s Bathroom 6-1-16
  4. WS-1 Women
  5. WS-1 Women
  6. WS-2 Women
  7. WS-3 Women
  8. WS-4 Women
  9. WS-5 Women

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  1. AQUARIUS MEN BATHROOM SPECIFICATIONS
  2. E-1 Men’s Bathroom 6-1-16-E-1
  3. E-1 Men’s Bathroom 6-1-16-E-1
  4. M-1
  5. S-1 Men
  6. S-2 Men
  7. S-3 Men
  8. S-4 Men
  9. S-5 Men

 

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Hoisting New Central Air Cond. Components to the top of Aquarius June 20, 2016

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

This gallery contains 10 photos.

Hoisting New Central Air Cond. Components to the top of Aquarius  June 20, 2016 It was a short activity. By early morning the trucks arrived to the next door building The Residences of Hollywood. There was a truck with the … Continue reading →

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Large debris falling from 7th floor damages car June 18, 2016

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Cecilio Augusto Berndsen

LOGO BLUELarge debris falling from 7th floor damages car  June 18, 2016

 

Last week-end during strong rain and winds large pieces of mortar fell from the 7th floor of Aquarius North Tower. Fortunately no one was injured. A parked car had its windshield smashed. Had this large piece of mortar hit a person a serious injury or even worse could happen.

After 40 years of the construction of Aquarius it is imperative that complete inspection and repairs be made. Considering what happened it is important to address the structure of the building in a timely and effective maner.

No more procrastination. Immediate action is required.2016 06 18 Balcony falling apart2

Balcony on the 7th floor, North Tower, from where mortar fell.

2016 06 18 Car damaged by mortar

Rear windshield damaged by falling rock.

2016 06 18 Balcony mortar on the floor2

Several pieces of dangerous mortar spread out on the Valet Deck. Happily no person was walking by. No injuries to report at this time.

 

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