As part of the on-going maintenance to prevent fire and safety hazards, the Board has scheduled Brimstone Fire and Safety to conduct the Annual Fire Alarm Testing on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 9:00 AM.
 
There is no need to access your unit or for you to leave your home during this process. However, alarms will sound periodically during the 3 to 4 hour test.  If there was a need to exit the building, the bells would ring consistently instead of intermittently.
 
Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Brian at 206-706-4517.  Thank you in advance for your participation in helping to maintain our community.

Homeowners’ Annual Meeting
All homeowners should have received the official notice of the Annual Meeting.  Please be sure to drop off your ballot/proxy in the office or mail it in the self-addressed & stamped envelope to Larry at Kappes.  Make sure it is counted!  Remember we will not be voting at the meeting.
 
Welcome Jorge!
We are very excited to welcome Jorge Garcia as part of the custodial team.  Jorge comes to us with a terrific set of skills and has already begun to make a positive impact in the community.  Take a few minutes to introduce yourselves and make Jorge feel at home!

Parking…your space only, please.
We know those empty spaces in the garage are tempting temporary parking for guests or offloading quick groceries.  Please remember we have several “snowbird” homeowners who drop in unexpectedly.  If you’re in one of their spaces, you might come down to find your (or your guest’s) vehicle missing.  Please only park in the space(s) assigned to your unit.  Thank you!
 
The New Normal…  Masks please.
Please, please, please be sure you, your guests and vendors are wearing masks in the common areas.  Not only is it a state mandate, but we care and want you and your loved ones healthy!

October 2020
 
 “Do one thing every day that scares you. ”
~Eleanor Roosevelt
 
     Rule Revision on Moving In/Out
Because we’ve had moves far exceeding the allotted time period, the following rule change was recently approved: “Staff will schedule elevator reservations for moving in the following time block: Monday – Saturday: 9am – 1pm.  There is a grace period of an hour before and an hour after the designated moving reservation.  If your move extends beyond that time, an automatic fee of $100 (not prorated) will be charged for every hour thereafter.  Moves will not be scheduled, nor the elevator reserved, on Sundays or after hours without special arrangements and an additional minimum $300.00 staffing fee.”
 
Propping Open Doors
     We have recently had exterior doors propped open.  Please be sure your friends, family and delivery people are not propping doors open or letting others into the building when bringing items to you.  This leaves our community extremely vulnerable to intruders.  Thanks so much for your help with this!

     The New Normal…  Masks please.
     Please, please, please be sure you, your guests and vendors are wearing masks in the common areas.  Not only is it a state mandate, but we care and want you and your loved ones healthy!

September 2020
 
 “Don’t give up. I believe in you all. ”
~Dr. Seuss
 
    
     Office Closed on Labor Day
The office will be closed on Monday, September 7th.  We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, when the office reopens.  If you have a maintenance emergency, call the office 206.706.4517 and select extension 3.  It will ring the emergency maintenance manager.
 
Autumn Window Washing
     It’s that time again!  Autumn window washing is scheduled for 9/8 & 9/9.  Due to the pandemic, interior cleaning is not being offered.
Bike Thefts and Vandalism
Car prowls and bike thefts are on the rise in Ballard.  Please lock your bikes in your units or balconies; if you must leave them in the garage, please use the heaviest gauge locks possible.  Remember that just because the garage is controlled access, doesn’t mean it is “secure.” Remove everything valuable from your vehicle, including the garage remotes! 
 
     It’s becoming the norm.  Masks please.
     Please, please, please be sure you, your guests and vendors are wearing masks in the common areas.  Not only is it a state mandate, but we care and want you and your loved ones healthy!
 

  Tues – Thurs, September 8 - 10
Puget Sound Window Maintenance, Inc. will be cleaning the outsides of your windows including balconies, on Tues – Thurs, September 8 - 10. 
**Please remove screens or the windows cannot be cleaned!**
You may replace your screens as soon as the windows are cleaned. There is a $50 charge if asked to come back to clean a window behind a screen, if the adjacent windows are already cleaned.
If you need privacy when the window exteriors are being cleaned, please remember to close your blinds that day!
 
  At this time we are not offering interior window cleaning to residents to minimize contact.  Stay safe and healthy!

​Call for Candidates
For Three Open Positions on the Board of Directors
of Canal Station Condominium Association

Three Board of Directors positions are coming available. Each position is a two-year term and begins at the Annual Homeowners’ Meeting on Tuesday, October 27, 2020.  

Serving on the Board is a unit owner's opportunity to make important decisions that help maintain and improve property values and the quality of life for members of our Association.
If you are interested, please e-mail your intention to run for a position on the Board to the Association Manager, Larry Slough, at larry.slough@kappesmiller.com.  

All letters of interest will be included in the Annual Meeting Notice and must be received no later than September 30, 2020.   Please include your background and why you want to be on the Board. Given the pandemic, no nominations will be taken from the floor.  Results will be shared at the meeting.

 
GARAGE CLEANING NOTICE
 
The garage has been scheduled for cleaning between 6:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday, 8/31 and Tuesday, 9/1.
 During this time, vehicles must be removed from the garage.  Do NOT park in the commercial area.
Any remaining vehicles will likely receive water and dirt over spray; in addition, the space will not be cleaned.
 Please remove any loose items in the space.
If you are in doubt as to which Parking Deck your space is located, please remove it just in case.
Mon. 8/31, P2 and possibly starting P3
Tues. 9/1, P3 and Commercial
Thank you in advance for your assistance with this scheduled maintenance task.

August 2020
 
 “It’s not about what it is. It’s about what it can become. ”
~Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax
 
Pet Grass Patches
Just a friendly reminder that the disposable grass patches need to be taken to the Yard Waste Bins in the first floor trash rooms.  People have been great about taking them to the first floor, but please do not put them in the regular trash or recycling.  Thank you!
 
Creative Button Pushing
This pandemic has certainly pushed everyone’s buttons.  We have been watching as people use gloved hands, special tools, elbows, etc.  We were surprised someone used his feet!  While creative, it’s a huge source of germs.  Please use another option and be gentle.  We just replaced the P2 button which was pushed through the wall!

Have you received Chinese Seeds?
If you have the Washington State Department of Agriculture wants them!  Check your email from Lana on 7/31 with instructions on  what to do and where to send them. 
 
It’s becoming the norm.  Masks please.
Please, please, please be sure you, your guests and vendors are wearing masks in the common areas.  Not only is it a state mandate, but we care and want you and your loved ones healthy!

​On July 23rd, Governor Inslee announced an expansion to the face covering order initially imposed on June 26th.  Effective Saturday, July 26th, face coverings are required in all common spaces such as elevators, hallways and shared spaces within condominiums and apartments.  It is expected that all residents and their visitors wear masks while traversing and occupying common areas of the building until further notice.
 
We realize that this is an encumbrance to all residents, but thank you for doing your part to keep our community healthy and safe.