Alex, thanks for the detailed information. Auditing the access devices
sounds like an excellent idea. Perhaps we should also audit the email
addresses for those who participate in this listserve and eliminate former
owners and renters, so that they won't have access to the new gate codes
and efforts to prevent the thefts.
-Monica
On Sat, Nov 23, 2019 at 4:23 PM Alex Agle <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Hi Sam and Dimitar,
In 2022-2023, we will have $22k set aside to replace the entrance gate
motors. The Board at that time can do a more comprehensive analysis to
determine whether it makes sense to install a more modern type of entry
gate system. If it becomes a more urgent issue for us, then we can always
make upgrades sooner, but at the risk of having to raise the monthly dues
more quickly.
I'm familiar with the GT system that reads license plates to open the gate
at the Georgia Tech Hotel. You have to position your vehicle just right,
or the camera won't read the license plate, and you have to resort to using
your card to open the gate. They also have at least 300 people parking in
that deck, and they charge them each $795 a year. That total amount is
over two thirds of our entire operating budget. If you add parking fees
from visitors and hotel guests, then they collect even more money. I'm not
even sure that we have a spot where we can place a LPR camera.
As of 11:30AM today, the post office came to remove the locks and mail.
There is no longer any mail to steal. When the new mailboxes are
installed, the post office says that they will be much more resistant to
the method of mail theft that we have been experiencing.
We will audit all current access devices. I've asked Clara for a complete
list of all access cards and remotes. During mailbox key distribution,
owners can review the info for their unit and confirm it or make
adjustments. This will include reviewing any name listings on the call
box. At the end of a rental, renters must return cards to the landlord.
If a landlord is missing cards, then it is up to them to call CMA to cancel
old cards and request new ones. More details about the key distribution
and audit process will be announced after Thanksgiving.
Thanks,
Alex
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Alex Agle
alex@xxxxxxxxx
C 404-229-3325
W 404-894-6165
On 2019-11-23 11:19 AM, Dimitar Pankov wrote:
I like the new gate/device idea -- the current gate is somewhat annoyingly
slow to open/close. A faster one would save us time entering/exiting and
also prevent tailgating.
Recently GT installed these cool plate-detecting cameras that open the
gate as soon as you roll up to it with no clicker/card needed.
On Sat, Nov 23, 2019, 10:54 AM Sam Abolgar <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Hi Alex,
Great point on Disabling legacy gate cards. I have concens any units that
were rented possibly had gate access cards or clickers. Which is just added
risk.
What is the best way to perform an audit on active entry devices?
Not sure if we have process for rental move out to deactivate access
devices.
Second point, does it make sense to look at other entry and exit
deterrence devices to stop tailgating?
Thanks,
Sam
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On Saturday, November 23, 2019, 1:16 AM, Alex Agle <
dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi Monica,
The thieves have been able to get a vehicle into the complex. We are not
sure if it is through tailgating or if they happen to have a lost access
card in their possession.
We are disabling one access card that was used at the gate about 6
minutes before we caught the thief on camera. The card was enabled in the
call box system, but it did not have the last name of the owner associated
with it. Theoretically, we should not have any active cards in the call
box that are not paired with an owner.
Next week, Clara will provide us with a list of access cards and remotes
that are not associated with an owner. We will share this list with unit
owners, who can then check to see if any of their cards are on the list.
We may combine this activity with mailbox key distribution. Any unmatched
access cards will then be disabled shortly before mail delivery resumes to
the new mailboxes. Card owners will still have a chance to get their card
re-enabled through the end of the year, in the event that they miss the
deadline.
Most active cards are associated with an owner's last name, so we believe
that the list of unmatched cards should not be too overwhelming.
Thanks,
Alex
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Alex Agle
alex@xxxxxxxxx
C 404-229-3325
W 404-894-6165
On 2019-11-22 10:00 AM, Monica Owens wrote:
Do we have any idea how the mail thief or (thieves) are getting access
onto our property? Should we change the walk-in gate code?
Monica R. Owens
owenslegal.ga@xxxxxxxxx
(404) 863-9558 (direct dial)
On Thu, Nov 21, 2019 at 12:43 PM Alex Agle <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Hi everyone,
We finally have all of the vendors lined up for the mailbox project.
Initial work will begin on Saturday, so it will be necessary for you to
remove your mail by tomorrow (Friday) night. The post office will
re-collect any mail in the mailboxes on Saturday.
Here is the updated project timeline:
Friday Evening 11/22 - Everyone should check their mailbox one last time
Saturday 11/23 - Post office will remove master locks and re-collect any
remaining mail / Bulletin board contents removed
Monday 11/25 - Onsight will remove old mailboxes
Tuesday 11/26 - P3 begins stucco demolition and framing work
Wednesday 11/27 - P3 finishes stucco demolition and framing work
Thursday 11/28 - Thanksgiving
Friday 11/29 - Tentative date for mailboxes to arrive at Onsight warehouse
Monday 12/2 - Tentative date for new mailbox installation
Tuesday 12/3 - Tentative date for P3 to begin stucco work
12/3 - 12/9 - Stucco work / Mailbox locks get installed / Bulletin board
mounted / Key distribution
12/9 - 12/16 - Mail delivery to resume / Key distribution
Mail Thefts:
Mail thefts are continuing with the most recent theft taking place
Tuesday afternoon. Some mail was stolen from the second panel (units 402 -
701). This has been reported to the post office.
Mail Delivery:
Due to ongoing mail thefts, it looks like mail delivery has been halted
as of yesterday, until we get the new mailboxes installed. Packages should
continue to be delivered to your door step as usual.
Post Office:
To pick up your mail, please go to:
400 Pryor St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Monday - Friday 9AM - 6PM
Saturday 9AM - 1PM
Sunday CLOSED
Key Distribution:
Look for an announcement during the week of 12/2 regarding the key
distribution process.
Thanks,
Alex
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Alex Agle
alex@xxxxxxxxx
C 404-229-3325
W 404-894-6165
