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ACG Engineering Report of 2014: Balconies, Beams, Columns of Aquarius
ACG 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
Wonderful “Gentle Yoga with Julie”
Classes began on June 22. It will be held every Wednesday night from 7-8 PM in the Green Room.
For 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
Aquarius GYM Bathrooms Plans and Specifications June 2016
Aquarius 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
- AQUARIUS WOMEN BATHROOM SPECIFICATIONS
- M-1 Women’s Bathroom 6-1-16-M-1
- P-1 Women’s Bathroom 6-1-16
- WS-1 Women
- WS-1 Women
- WS-2 Women
- WS-3 Women
- WS-4 Women
- WS-5 Women
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- AQUARIUS MEN BATHROOM SPECIFICATIONS
- E-1 Men’s Bathroom 6-1-16-E-1
- E-1 Men’s Bathroom 6-1-16-E-1
- M-1
- S-1 Men
- S-2 Men
- S-3 Men
- S-4 Men
- S-5 Men
Posted in Amenities, Construction & 50 & 40 Year Recertifications
Tagged 2016, bathroom, Gym, refurbishing
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Hoisting New Central Air Cond. Components to the top of Aquarius June 20, 2016
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
Large debris falling from 7th floor damages car June 18, 2016
Large 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.
Balcony on the 7th floor, North Tower, from where mortar fell.
Rear windshield damaged by falling rock.
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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Posted in Construction & 50 & 40 Year Recertifications, Pictures
Tagged 2016, construction, improvement, news, parking, Pictures, Valet
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Aquarius 40 Year Recertification Preliminary Schedule
Aquarius 40 Year Recertification Preliminary Schedule
The 40 Recertification exercise of Aquarius has several phases.
The first one consisted of 6 presentations of engineering firms specialized in the assessment of multi store buildings needs to have a sound 40 year recertification in structural and electric areas.
The second phase was to select the firm to conduct the evaluation. In this phase Hillman Engineering was selected and presented the work schedule bellow. This second phase has an estimated time of completion of 201 days. For example if initiated June 9, 2016 it would be complete March 29, 2017.
The third phase will the hiring of a construction firm to conduct the repairs need to make Aquarius complaint with 40 Year Recertification requirements imposed by the Broaward County, Florida.
Construction Contract 201 Days
ABOD = Aquarius Board, AMGT = Aquarius Management, Hill = Hillman Engineering
Task Days Responsibility
Evaluation Performed 33 days
- Parking Garage 10 Hill
- Pool 2 Hill
- Pool Deck 5 Hill
- Roof 1 Hill
- Units/inc. Balconies 10 Hill
- Electrical Evaluation 5 Hill
Reports Produced 24 days
- 40 Year Struc. Compliance Report 5 Hill
- 40 Year Elect. Compliance Report 5 Hill
- Detailed Evaluation Report 15 Hill
- Engineer’s Estimated Budget 10 Hill
Design and Specifications 60 days ABOD & Hill
Plans 60 days
Plans concurrent with Design
- Finish Choices-e.g. Pavers 20 Hill
- Specifications 40 ABOD
Financing 60 days
- Meeting to Inform Residents 1 AMGT
- Notification of Assessment Meeting 15 AMGT
- Assessment BOD Approval 1 ABOD
- Assessment Begins 0 AMGT
- Solicit Banks 10 AMGT
- Terms Sheet 40 AMGT
- Get Credit Line 0 ABOD & AMGT
Contractor Selection 93 days
- Board Approval to Bid Design 5 ABOD, AMGT & Hill
- Contractors Bid Work 20 Hill & Contractor TBA
- Spreadsheet Bids for Comparison 5 Hill
- Qualify Bids 10 Hill
- Contractor Interviews 7 ABOD, AMGT & Hill
- Board Votes (1st Choice) 1 ABOD & AMGT
- Draft Contract 15 AMGT
- Finalize Schedule of Values 15 Hill & Contractor TBA
- Negotiate Contract 15 ABOD, AMGT & Contr. TBA
- Mobilization 10 ABOD, AMGT & Hill
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Is there a crane in Aquarius future?
Is there a crane in Aquarius future?
A new central Air Conditioning system is being installed at Aquarius. This system will 
provide climate control for both Aquarius towers. It replace the old system and will provide fewer interruptions, more comfort in building hallways and less repairs.
The replacement is a complex operation that will require a crane to place the heavy equipment in the top of both buildings. During this replacement the hallways will have no air conditioning. The air conditioning in individual apartments are not affected.
The work schedule is from June 13 to mid July. No air conditioning in the hallways should last for two weeks.
Vmech is the firm conducting the work.
The sacrifice is will pay of.
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Orlando: sad at sunrise June 12, 2016
Orlando: sad at sunrise June 12, 2016
About 100 humans dead or hurt at Pulse Night Club, Orlando, Florida.
Orlando city of happiness is sad today.
Enough intolerance. Enough radicalism. Let’s stop hate!
Posted in News from Around and Beyond, Pictures
Tagged 2016, Florida, Mass murder, Massacre, Orlando, Radical
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Some New Some Old at Aquarius – June 2016
Some New Some Old at Aquarius – June 2016
A pictorial display special for those that are up North.
The Aquarius Community got two beautiful metal baskets to embellish the Lobby. Thank you very much Judy Ort.
Partial view of the new sofas, chairs and basket in the Aquarius Lobby.
New chairs, sofas, baskets in the Lobby. If you look hard enough you can see the mermaid. Fountains on the right side.
The new library on the South Building. A very short low key campaign resulted in my books donated. The furniture is composed from chairs and tables that once were used in the Aquarius restaurant. When we find funds they will be replaced.
The Library works in an honor systems. Bring one book take one book. Your donation is appreciated. We now have a UD 4K 75 inches TV set. The first show was a success. Did you come?
A receiver previously used in the Cascade Room now gives generous theatrical sound for the new TV set in the Library.
A state of the art sound system is being installed in the Cascade Room. Similar scaled down sound system provides ambient music for Lobby, Bar, Aquarius Room and Hallway.
Billiards and Cards Room. Billiards tables got new covers. Some furniture from was brought from other locations. The result is maximum elegance with minimum investment. Yes, there is a ping-pong table available.
New shinny Valet Carts. After many, many years of good services the old carts needed retirement.
No doubt there still a lot to be done . Maybe the most important lesson is to try to keep all we have in its best shape. Let’s not leave anything is disrepair and let’s finish what remains to be done.
After all Aquarius is our home.
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