Courtyard Gate Intercom Issues

We've had some gate buzzer issues going on for at least the last few days.  Michael, our Property Manager from Kass was notified today, and it is in the process of being repaired.

If any resident notices this issue, or any issue with the common areas or equipment, please do not hesitate to call Michael.

Save the Date: Courtyard Work on September 25, 2010

This was put off until later in October.

The next small step in improving our courtyard is preliminarily scheduled for Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 9am to Noon.  We will plant arborvitae along the fence on either side of the entry gate, and moving greenery around in preparation of further improvements next Spring.

Please come help us dig, you dig?

How to Properly Lock Your Windows

Some residents have been having a hard time knowing if the windows are properly locked.  Here is a guide to know how to properly lock them.  Our building's windows are designed as such a properly locked window cannot be opened without damage.

Yard Sale: Saturday August 21, 2010

The block is having a yard sale on Saturday, August 21st, 2010.  All residents are encouraged to participate.  You are responsible for setting up, selling, and cleaning up your own items.  We'll post start and finish times here as soon as we know them.

Painting Delayed, Again

The bad news: the painting crew, all related to each other, had a death in the family.  Painting will be delayed one more week.  The good news: they are crediting us $450 for the inconvenience.

Pest Control Every 2nd Saturday of the Month

The common areas of our building are inspected for pests the second Saturday of every month by Sentry Pest Control.  At that time, they will do unit inspections at the unit owner's request for a charge of $8.  Call Sentry directly (773) 463-6800 to set up your inspection for the discounted second Saturday at least two days in advance.

If you have an immediate problem in your unit, you are highly encouraged to call a pest control company and make an immediate appointment.  Be aware that unit owners are responsible for pest control within their unit.

Yard Sale Coming

One of our fellow unit owners has suggested we do a yard sale.  The Board all agreed that it was a good idea.  Tom is going to talk to the Alderman's office to see what we need to do.  This is Chicago, after all.  I'm sure there is a City process for this.

We are looking at the Saturday after Labor Day, September 11th.  We will let you know as soon as we firm up the process with the City.

Each owner or resident will be responsible for putting out, selling, and cleaning up their own items.

Call for Volunteers: Yard Work

We are working on a plan to improve the courtyard.  Part of this improvement process is coming Saturday.  If you have free time this Saturday (June 19), please let Tom (tom@kompare.us) know.  We will be removing the two bushes in the middle of the sidewalk by the entrance and replacing it with a planter.  We may also be transplanting some other plants, depending on number of volunteers.  Bring a shovel if you have one.  We have not set a time for this Saturday.  Tom will send out an email (and update this website) when we have a more concrete time frame.

Call for Volunteers: Pull weeds

Called off due to the lack of weeds.  Sal, our maintenance guy and his crew pulled them today.


We're putting a call out for volunteers to help weed the courtyard this Thursday at 8:00pm (June 17).  Tom Kompare will show you what is a weed and what is a plant we want to keep.  Come as you are.  No experience necessary.

Thanks and cheers.

Upcoming Board Meeting July 26, 2010

The Board will have a regular meeting on Wednesday, July 21 2010 Monday July 26, 2010 at 7:00 in the 1362 foyer.

Upcoming Board Meeting June 2, 2010

There will be a regular condo board meeting on  Monday May 24 Wednesday June 2, 2010 at 7pm in the 1362 foyer.