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©2017, East Point Condominium Association

April 28, 2017

President’s Comments – ID Theft In this tax season, we are reminded of a Members Circle newsletter article, by Paul Brucker, writing for the Alliant Credit Union, in which Brucker suggested several practices you may engage in to help reduce your chances of being subjected to tax-refund fraud, a subset of identity theft. He suggested that you should (1) file your returns as early as possible to increase chances of beating the criminals to the punch and (2) do not respond to unsolicited calls or e-mails purporting to be from the IRS – the IRS will initially write you a snail-mail letter about any problems. The IRS Taxpayer Guide to Identity Theft contains several pointers to help reduce your risk:

Don’t routinely carry any document with your SSN on it.

Don’t give your SSN to a business, unless absolutely necessary, just because they request it.

Check your credit reports regularly. Use normal security measures to

protect and secure your personal financial information that are on your computer or in your files at home.

Check your Social Security Administration earnings statement annually.

Don’t give personal information over the phone, via mail, or over the Internet, unless you have either initiated the contact or are sure you know who is asking for it.

Some typical warning signs that

perhaps your SSN might have been used to file a false return are that (1) more than one tax return was filed using your SSN, (2) in a year you did not need to file a tax return, you “owe” additional taxes, had a refund offset, or had collection actions taken against you, and (3) IRS records indicate you received wages from an employer unknown to you.

The IRS advises that if you become a

victim, (1) file a report with law enforcement, (2) file a complaint with the FTC Identity Theft Hotline, (3) contact one of the three major credit bureaus to place a “fraud alert” on your credit records, (4) contact your financial institutions and close any accounts opened without your permission or tampered with, (5) respond promptly to any IRS notification, (6) complete IRS Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit, and (7) continue to pay your taxes and file your tax return, even if you must do so by paper.

Hopefully none of us ever have to use

these guidelines. Enjoy your spring. Tom Fraser



Board Action

The East Point Board of Directors conducted a regular meeting on Thursday, April 27th. During this session, the directors approved (a) the Section 22.1 Certification attesting to various documentary, capital expenditure, and financial disclosures, (b) waiver for the right of first refusal on the sale of unit 6-D, (c) the invoice from RBS for the pool-deck-window repairs, (d) the invoice from W-T Group for the makeup air unit replacement work, (e) the accountant’s recommendation to write-off a series of very old, uncollectable accounts, (f) the Family Pride laundry-room-services proposal, (g) Inside-Out’s proposal to install epoxy coating to the basement stairway and hallway floor surfaces, (h) Midwest Mechanical’s proposal to replace the lobby HVAC unit, and (i) the 2016 draft of the Audited Financial Statement.

Secretary

Treasurer’s Report

March Period. As of March 31, 2017, our Total Assets were $478,841. Our fully-insured Reserve Fund accounts totaled $249,376, while our fully-insured operating cash was $178,353.

For the period ending March 31, 2017,

operating income was $159,537 and operating expenses were $103,046 before reserve funding for gross income of $2,491 (a negative $54,000 after reserve contribution).

Total operating revenue was below the

monthly budget amount by $1,051, due to all categories.

Total operating expenses were $713

below the monthly budgeted amount. This was primarily due to all categories overbalancing the Repairs & Maintenance and Insurance expenses.

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Marketing Committee 2017 Y-T-D Period. Our

operating revenues were under budget for 2017 by $4,804, on a base-budget amount Y-T-D of $481,339 (less than a 1.0% variance). This was mainly due to all categories.

Our operating expenses were over budget for 2017 by $1,960, on a base budget amount Y-T-D of $321,532 (a 0.6% variance). This is mainly due to all categories overbalancing the Salaries, Contract Services, and General & Admin categories.

Reserve Investments. The reserve

fund in March was fully funded at the rate of $51,941. The Reserve Fund balance was $249,376, as of March 31, 2017. All reserve funds are insured.



Financial Statements. Condo CPA’s independent auditor’s report of the 2016 East Point Condominium financial statement was approved by the board and will be uploaded for review by owners onto the website and in will be made available for review in the management office.

Treasurer

Manager’s Report

2016 Financial Statement. The 2016 Financial Statement has been posted on the Resident Page of the East Point website: www.eastpointcondo.com Please visit the site and login in to the resident page in order to view the report.

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Pool Opening. Weather and

construction permitting, the pool is scheduled to open on Saturday, May 27th. Copies of the pool rules will be sent to all residents the week of May 15th. Sudler Website. Please explore the

Sudler website http://sudlerchicago.com. Sudler offers a full range of industry-leading services. We continually upgrade our programs and develop new technology to

ensure that Sudler always provides the most effective and efficient solutions available.

A few of the services include online

access to your assessment account, online assessment payment options, automatic payments of assessments, paperless statements and submitting a service request.

Grocery Carts. In consideration of other residents, please return grocery carts to the garage promptly when you are finished using them. Please do not leave grocery carts in the hallways or elevators.

Sudler@Home. Sudler@Home is Sudler’s online system that allows you full access to your account history, scheduled receipts/confirmations delivered to your desktop or smartphone. And, if you prefer “paperless payments”, our SNAPP program assures timely, automatic payments, month after month - with no extra charges.

Sign up today at

www.sudlerchicago.com. Click on the link at the top of the Home Page that will take you to Sudler@Home.

Storage Room. As a reminder, all

possessions must be kept within the storage locker. Aisles must be kept free and clear at all times. Items left outside the lockers will be removed by the staff and will be discarded.

Trash Chutes. The following

items must NOT be thrown down the trash chute: needles, ashtray contents, hot grease, loose food, lighted materials,



boxes, rugs, paint cans, construction materials.

Cat litter and materials used in cages must be triple-bagged before disposal down the garbage chute.

Please make sure that all items are properly bagged and DO NOT THROW DOWN ANY LOOSE ITEMS.

Homeowner’s Insurance. It is the homeowner’s responsibility every year to provide management with a current copy of your homeowner’s insurance reflecting the liability limit of at least $300,000.

Please note that adding the East Point Condominium Association as an “additional insured” on your policy will allow your insurance carrier to automatically send a copy to management every year at renewal time. Management Office Closed. The

Management Office will be closed for vacation Monday, July 17, 2017 thru Wednesday, July 26, 2017. If you have an emergency during business hours, please call the door person and they will radio maintenance. For after-hours emergencies, please call the Sudler 24/7 Emergency Line at 312-751-0900.

Management

EDGEWATER LIBRARY EVENTS

Edgewater Library

Music of Cambodia When: Saturday, May 6, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Where: Edgewater Library, 6000 N. Broadway St., Chicago. What: Musicians will perform and share music and instruments of Cambodia dating back to the Khmer Empire. From music played for daily rituals to arrangements played for large majestic performances, come and hear different forms of Khmer music with a rich, beautiful and strong rhythm that evokes tranquility. For information call 312.742.1945. Free.

Knitting Class When: Thursdays, May 4, 18 and 25, 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM. Where: Edgewater Library, 6000 N. Broadway St., Chicago. What: Learn to knit, increase your knitting skills, or just come to chat with other



knitters. This class is free but knitters must supply their own materials. Contact the library for a list of recommended materials. For information call 312.742.1945. Free, but Registration is Required.

CAPS Meeting Beat 2433 When: Tuesday, May 23, 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM. Where: Edgewater Library, 6000 N. Broadway St., Chicago. What: Join your neighbors from the 24th Chicago Police District to exchange information about neighborhood conditions, identify crime and discuss disorder issues. Together we will develop strategies to improve the community. For information call 312.742.1945. Free.

CPL

FREE PARK HAPPENINGS

Readings at Berger.

When: Monday, May 15, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Where: Berger Park, 6205 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago. What: This monthly, staged-reading series will continue Three Cat Production’s commitment to new work and is meant to be an extension of the Chicago New Work Festival. The reading series will be held on the third Monday of each month at the Berger Park Cultural Center first floor.

For information call 773.761.0376. Free.

Lincoln Park Flower Show.

When: Every Day Through Sunday, May 14, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Where: Lincoln Park Conservatory, 2391 N. Stockton Drive, Chicago. What: Spring Flower Show: “Spring Rising.” This year’s Spring Show evokes the uplifting nature of a spring day in Chicago by featuring kites and sculptures by Chicago artist Michael F. Thompson. Plants in the show include azaleas, daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, hydrangea and many more. For information call 312.742.7736. Free.



Family Fishing.

When: Saturdays, May 6, 13 and 20, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Where: Northerly Island Park, 1521 S. Linn White Dr., Chicago. What: Perfect for Families and their children ages 8 and up, this 90 minute class includes in-class instruction and on-the-water fishing (weather permitting). Professional Instruction is provided by the Chicago Park District Chicago's Fish`N Kids Program Fishing Instructors. Fishing equipment and bait are provided. We use Spincast Rod & Reel combos, hooks, weight, floats, jigs and lures. Groups of 7 or more participants must call Program Manager Bob Long at 312-656-3852 to register. This class is for the entire family: children must be accompanied by an adult at all times during the class. Registration will be confirmed by a member of the Chicago Fish'N Kids Program staff. No fishing license is needed when you are fishing with Chicago's Fish`N Kids of the Chicago Park District. For information call 312.745.2910. Fee: $5.00.

Garfield Park Flower Show. When: Every Day, Except Wednesdays, Through Sunday, May 14, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Where: Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N. Central Park Ave., Chicago. What: Spring Flower Show: “Spring Training.” Celebrate spring and baseball at this year's spring flower show. The Conservatory's Show House is transformed into a celebration of baseball in Chicago. On the heels of the Cubs' pennant win, the Show house incorporates icons of Wrigley Field into its annual spring flowering extravaganza. For information call 773.638.1766. Free.

Chicago Park District.

CHICAGO FESTIVALS

Latino Film Festival



When: Continues Through Thursday, May 4. Where: AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois St., Chicago at 5:30 PM. What: The Festival features over 100 feature-length and short films from Latin America, Spain, Portugal and the United States. All films will be shown in their original language with English subtitles where appropriate. The audience will also be able to participate in discussions with visiting filmmakers after most of the screenings. For information call the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago at 312.431.1330.

Chicago Palestine Film Festival

When: Wednesday, May 3, at 8:00 PM. Where: AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois St., Chicago at 5:30 PM. What: The Gene Siskel Film Center collaborates with the Chicago Palestine Film Festival to present the sixteenth annual festival representing the spirit and mood of

contemporary Palestinian life. This festival is dedicated to exhibiting film and video work that is open, critical, and reflective of the culture, experience, and vision of the artists. The Film:

The Seventh Summit

2016, Elia Youssef, Lebanon/Nepal/USA, 66 min.

Three men and a woman, all seasoned mountain climbers, attempt the toughest climb of their careers, Alaska’s Mt. Denali, in a hazardous adventure that symbolizes the dedication to achieving dreams for each of them. In Arabic and English with English subtitles.

Polish Constitution Day Parade

When: Saturday, May 6, Starts 11:30 AM. Where: Columbus Drive from Balbo to Monroe, Chicago. What: This 126th Chicago parade is in honor of the first democratic constitution in Europe (year 1791). Thousands of people devoted to Polonia and Poland gather for the parade and thousands more are expected to be drawn to the television coverage of the parade provided by Polish TV stations. Polish



values, history, traditions and culture will be presented by the participants of this biggest outside-Poland Parade.

Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade

When: Saturday, May 27, Starts 12:00 PM. Where: State Street from Lake Street to Van Buren Street, Chicago. What: Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade honors all men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. The Wreath Laying Ceremony begins at 11:00 AM at the Eternal Flame on Daley Plaza (Dearborn and Washington Streets). The Chicago parade is considered one of the largest Memorial Day Parades in the country. Since 1870 Memorial Day Parades have graced the streets of Chicago.

City of Chicago

Next Board Meeting

On Thursday, May 25th, 2017 at 7:00 PM, you are cordially invited to attend the next East Point Board of Directors meeting in the Sky Room.

Secretary

Next Publication Date

The next issue of The Point newsletter is scheduled for publication on May 31st, 2017. Your articles are due by 5/29/2017.

Publisher



WE RECYCLE! What can I Recycle in the recycling containers? YES! Bond paper (white/colored) Computer paper Calculator tape Envelopes Junk mail Legal pad paper Letterhead Magazines/ Catalogs Cereal Boxes Newspaper Cardboard Flatten all cardboard and cereal boxes

YES! Aluminum cans Steel cans Plastic soup containers Bi-metal cans Plastic water/soda/juice bottles Liquid detergent bottles Microwave trays Milk jugs Plastics #1 – #5 and #7 Glass Rinse your bottles and containers.

You can leave on the labels and keep the caps on Place recyclables loosely in container

or use a clear or paper bag



NO!

Food or beverage waste Candy and snack wrappers Non-paper packing material Plastic strapping Rubber bands Stickers or labels Plastic, latex or rubber gloves K-cups Plastic #6 Styrofoam Plastic Grocery bags Paper coffee cups and lids Tissue products and napkins Shrink wrap and food packaging

“When in doubt, leave it out”









Contact Information

East Point: Management - (773.973.7033); (Fax 773.973.0070); Doorperson - (773.973.0033); Garage - (773.973.7661)

Alderman: Harry Osterman –

48th Ward (773.784.5277) (Fax 773.784.6630) 5533 N. Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60640

Streets and Sanitation: Conrad Suerth –

48th Ward Superintendent (312.744.2130) (Fax 312.744.1449) 5853 N. Broadway St., Chicago IL 60660

CPD 24th Dist. Cmdr: Roberto Nieves (312.744.5907) (Fax 312.744.6928)

6464 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60624

Edgewater Branch Library: (312.742.1945) (Fax: None) – 6000 N. Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660

County/State/Federal Officials

U.S. Senator: Dick Durbin Illinois (312.353.4952) (Fax 312.353.0150)

230 S. Dearborn St., Ste. 3892, Chicago, IL 60604

U.S. Senator: Tammy Duckworth Illinois (312.886.3506) (Fax 312.886.2117)

230 S. Dearborn St., Ste. 3900, Chicago, IL 60604

U.S. Congresswoman: Jan Schakowsky – 9th District (773.506.7100) (Fax 773.506.9202)

5533 N. Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60640

Illinois Senator: Heather Steans – 7th District (773.769.1717) (Fax 773.769.6901)


Illinois Representative: Kelly Cassidy – 14th District (773.784.2002) (Fax 773.784.2060)


Cook County Commissioner: Bridget Gainer 10th District (312.603.4210) (Fax 312.603.3695)

118 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60601



East Point Board of Directors

Tom Fraser, President (16A) Larry Hiler, Vice President (36C) Phil Bernstein, Treasurer (4C) Mike Mattson, Secretary (31C)

Dan Cartalucca (40B) Jerry Goodman (15D)

Bill Hancox (38A) Christian Malcolm (36A)

Kevin Rooney (28B)

East Point Committee Chairpersons

Building Operations & Maintenance (Larry Hiler) Architectural and Engineering (Bill Hancox)

Budget and Finance (Phil Bernstein) Communications (Tom Fraser) Sustainability (Kevin Rooney)

Garage (Mike Mattson) Marketing (Dan Cartalucca) Landscaping (John Haiduck)

Cable Committee (Tom Fraser) ASCO Delegate (vacant)

Nominations and Election (Marge Hanson)

Publisher & Editor: Tom Fraser, Chairman CMC. ([email protected]) Associate Editor: (Vacant) Advertising: While the Board retains its absolute discretion to accept, edit or reject any advertising entry, the publication of any such entry shall not be deemed an endorsement or promotion of, affiliation with, or approval for, the content or subject matter of the entry (including entries received with errors). Contributors: Any owner or staff member. Writers’ comments do not imply endorsement by the Association, which retains all editorial rights. Content: Articles, comments, suggestions and questions effecting East Point, its owners and staff. Writers may request Not for Attribution. Anonymous, libelous or defamatory statements and personal attacks will not be considered for publication.

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