NewsFeb03

The Renaissance News February 2003

DID YOU KNOW?

The History of Valentine's Day

Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. According to one legend, Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers, he outlawed marriage for young men. Realizing the injustice of the decree, Valentine continued to perform marriages. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. It is alleged that Valentine actually sent the first 'valentine' greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl who may have been his jailor's daughterwho visited him during his confinement. Before his death, he wrote her a letter, which he signed 'From your Valentine', an expression that is still in use today. Pope Gelasius declared February 14 St. Valentine's Day around 498 A.D. It is no surprise that Valentine's Day should be a day for romance.

RENAISSANCE SALES

As of January 15, 2003, 224 units have been sold. This figure represents 92% of the total sold.

COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!

A few unit owners have volunteered their services for the following committees:

Architecture: Don Kern, Clive Carlile

Social: Sheila Radman, Marlene Cohn

We need more volunteers for these committees and other committees such as Maintenance, Finance, Newsletter, and Welcome committees. We need your input on topics that need research before recommendations are made to the Board of Directors. Please contact the Building Manager at (941) 957-3957 or renaiissance@comcast.net.

PROXY TO EXPAND BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Recently you were sent a Limited Proxy to expand the Board of Directors from three to either five or seven persons. Please return your proxy by January 31. We need your vote to expand the board to a more practical size. If you cannot find your proxy, contact the Property Manager at 941-957-3957 and we will send another one to you. THIS IS CRITICAL FOR THE PROPER OPERATION OF OUR ASSOCIATION!

RESIDENT WEB SITE

The residents' web site is an independent information resource for owners, residents and anyone interested in the Renaissance of Sarasota. Visit the web site at http://RenCondo.com.

KEYS

Owners or their agents are responsible for providing their renters with all keys, key cards, locker number, mailbox number, parking space number, and a copy of the Renaissance Rules and Regulations. Your renter must complete a Renter Application Form, and must also pay a transfer fee of $100.

MOVIE NIGHT

The February movie is "Murder by Numbers". Sandra Bullock as Cassie Mayweather, a homicide detective confronting personal demons while following her instincts about the real killers in a Jane Doe murder case. The clues point one way but the chain of evidence is too perfect.

The movie will be shown in the media room on Thursday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m. Popcorn and sodas will be provided.

UNIT MAINTENANCE - RENTERS

Owners who rent their unit should advise their renter that if he or she requests apartment maintenance that is not covered by your one-year warranty, the owner will be billed for the time and material involved in the repair. It is important that you require your renter to notify you or your agent, before any out-of-warranty maintenance is ordered.

STORAGE LOCKERS

Owners who rent their unit must make the storage locker available to the renter and may not use it for their own storage.

Volatile materials such as paint, thinner, ammunition, etc. are not permitted to be stored in lockers.

BALCONY CLEANING

Management has received complaints from residents that water cascades over balconies onto balconies below. Residents may clean the balcony with soap and water, however, water or sweepings must not go over the edge onto another owner's balcony or the common areas below.

BOARD MEETING

An open Board Meeting was held on January 13 at 6:00 P.M. in the Club Room. Four owners were in attendance. The following items were acted on:

Future board meetings will be held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 P.M.
Notices will be posted in the cabinet in the mailroom located on the 2nd floor.

Rentokil Exterminating was approved to provide exterminating to each apartment every six months. The baiting program will begin in February. Spraying will not be used. Residents will be notified when exterminating will be performed in their unit.

A work order fee in the amount of $25.00/hr with a minimum charge of $6.25/hr plus parts for work orders that are no longer under warranty was adopted.

The transfer fee was increased from $50 to $100 for all sales and rentals.

Gevity HR was approved to perform all payroll services including reporting and health insurance.

Cavanaugh & Company was approved to perform all accounting for the association.

The law firm of Becker & Poliakoff was approved as corporation counsel for the association.

Owners who have legal questions must consult their own personal attorney. The attorney representing the Condominium Association is not authorized to spend billable time providing legal services to owners. We have instructed the association attorney to refrain from dealing directly with owners regarding their personal questions or legal issues. Please contact your personal attorney.

PARKING

As a reminder, please park in your assigned parking space. Visitor spaces are to be utilized by owners' guests who must register with the Concierge. If you have a second car, it must be parked in one of the spaces located East of the parking garage. ANY UNREGISTERED CARS OR ILLEGALLY PARKED CARS WILL BE TOWED FROM THE VISITOR PARKING LOT AT THE OWNER'S EXPENSE.

HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACES

There are some residents who are temporarily disabled and require parking close to the building entrances. Since there are limited handicap spaces and in most instances are used by residents who leave their car parked all day and night, the Board of Directors has asked that the residents who require disabled parking attempt to share the space so that all may use when unloading packages, wheelchairs and assisted devices.

wheelchairs and assisted devices.



			The Renaissance News February 2003 DID YOU KNOW? The History of Valentine's Day Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. According to one legend, Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers, he outlawed marriage for young men. Realizing the injustice of the decree, Valentine continued to perform marriages. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. It is alleged that Valentine actually sent the first 'valentine' greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl who may have been his jailor's daughterwho visited him during his confinement. Before his death, he wrote her a letter, which he signed 'From your Valentine', an expression that is still in use today. Pope Gelasius declared February 14 St. Valentine's Day around 498 A.D. It is no surprise that Valentine's Day should be a day for romance. . RENAISSANCE SALES As of January 15, 2003, 224 units have been sold. This figure represents 92% of the total sold. COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! A few unit owners have volunteered their services for the following committees: Architecture: Don Kern, Clive Carlile Social: Sheila Radman, Marlene Cohn We need more volunteers for these committees and other committees such as Maintenance, Finance, Newsletter, and Welcome committees. We need your input on topics that need research before recommendations are made to the Board of Directors. Please contact the Building Manager at (941) 957-3957 or renaiissance@comcast.net. PROXY TO EXPAND BOARD OF DIRECTORS Recently you were sent a Limited Proxy to expand the Board of Directors from three to either five or seven persons. Please return your proxy by January 31. We need your vote to expand the board to a more practical size. If you cannot find your proxy, contact the Property Manager at 941-957-3957 and we will send another one to you. THIS IS CRITICAL FOR THE PROPER OPERATION OF OUR ASSOCIATION! RESIDENT WEB SITE The residents' web site is an independent information resource for owners, residents and anyone interested in the Renaissance of Sarasota. Visit the web site at http://RenCondo.com. KEYS Owners or their agents are responsible for providing their renters with all keys, key cards, locker number, mailbox number, parking space number, and a copy of the Renaissance Rules and Regulations. Your renter must complete a Renter Application Form, and must also pay a transfer fee of $100. MOVIE NIGHT The February movie is "Murder by Numbers". Sandra Bullock as Cassie Mayweather, a homicide detective confronting personal demons while following her instincts about the real killers in a Jane Doe murder case. The clues point one way but the chain of evidence is too perfect. The movie will be shown in the media room on Thursday, February 6 at 7:30 p.m. Popcorn and sodas will be provided. UNIT MAINTENANCE - RENTERS Owners who rent their unit should advise their renter that if he or she requests apartment maintenance that is not covered by your one-year warranty, the owner will be billed for the time and material involved in the repair. It is important that you require your renter to notify you or your agent, before any out-of-warranty maintenance is ordered. STORAGE LOCKERS Owners who rent their unit must make the storage locker available to the renter and may not use it for their own storage. Volatile materials such as paint, thinner, ammunition, etc. are not permitted to be stored in lockers. BALCONY CLEANING Management has received complaints from residents that water cascades over balconies onto balconies below. Residents may clean the balcony with soap and water, however, water or sweepings must not go over the edge onto another owner's balcony or the common areas below. BOARD MEETING An open Board Meeting was held on January 13 at 6:00 P.M. in the Club Room. Four owners were in attendance. The following items were acted on: Future board meetings will be held on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 P.M. Notices will be posted in the cabinet in the mailroom located on the 2nd floor. Rentokil Exterminating was approved to provide exterminating to each apartment every six months. The baiting program will begin in February. Spraying will not be used. Residents will be notified when exterminating will be performed in their unit. A work order fee in the amount of $25.00/hr with a minimum charge of $6.25/hr plus parts for work orders that are no longer under warranty was adopted. The transfer fee was increased from $50 to $100 for all sales and rentals. Gevity HR was approved to perform all payroll services including reporting and health insurance. Cavanaugh & Company was approved to perform all accounting for the association. The law firm of Becker & Poliakoff was approved as corporation counsel for the association. Owners who have legal questions must consult their own personal attorney. The attorney representing the Condominium Association is not authorized to spend billable time providing legal services to owners. We have instructed the association attorney to refrain from dealing directly with owners regarding their personal questions or legal issues. Please contact your personal attorney. PARKING As a reminder, please park in your assigned parking space. Visitor spaces are to be utilized by owners' guests who must register with the Concierge. If you have a second car, it must be parked in one of the spaces located East of the parking garage. ANY UNREGISTERED CARS OR ILLEGALLY PARKED CARS WILL BE TOWED FROM THE VISITOR PARKING LOT AT THE OWNER'S EXPENSE. . HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACES There are some residents who are temporarily disabled and require parking close to the building entrances. Since there are limited handicap spaces and in most instances are used by residents who leave their car parked all day and night, the Board of Directors has asked that the residents who require disabled parking attempt to share the space so that all may use when unloading packages, wheelchairs and assisted devices. wheelchairs and assisted devices.