Dec 6, 2003

NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS



New     SPECIAL MEETING CANCELLATION

The Special Meeting of The Galaxy Towers Condominium Association to have taken place on December 17, 2003 at 8:00 P.M. in the Spa Lounge at Galaxy Towers Condominium, 7000 Boulevard East, Guttenberg, New Jersey was cancelled by a unanimous vote of the Board of Directors at their December 4, 2003 meeting. Check your cubbies for more complete information.



New     GALAXY GRATUITY FUND

The management office is currently collecting money to distribute to all employees as a way of thanking them for the service that they have provided to you throughout the year. Distribution of the funds will take place on December 12, 2003 so please send your contributions to the office by December 10.



New     UNIT OWNERS MEETING

There will be an informational meeting for unit owners on Thursday December 11, 2003 at 8:00 PM in the Spa Lounge to discuss the proposed changes to the By-Laws and Master Deed.



HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Do all your Holiday shopping the Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Bazaar at The Galaxy Mall Sunday, December 7th, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We hope to see you all there!


SENIORS COMMITTEE HOLIDAY COCKTAIL PARTY

The GALAXY SENIORS COMMITTEE a.k.a The Voice of Experience invites ALL GALAXY RESIDENTS over 21 years of age to a Happy Holiday Season Cocktail Party. MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS Wednesday, December 10, 2003 in the Galaxy Spa Lounge7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. For more Information contact Hasso Gulrajaney at 201-861-5478.


New     ANNUAL GALAXY CHARITY DRIVE

Decorated bins are being placed in each tower lobby to accommodate donations of toys, food and clothing for various area charities. Distribution of all donated items will take place on December 19, 2003 at the Anna L. Klein School. Check your cubbies for more information.



New     ATTENTION GALAXY BUS RIDERS

Bus tickets purchased this year have an expiration date of 12/31/2003. Please remember tickets stamped with this date will no longer be valid at year-end. We will start selling tickets with a 2004 expiration date on December 1st. The Transportation and Garage Security Committee, along with the GTCA Management Team thank you for your continued support of the bus program.


New     G-FLAG SECOND MOVIE NIGHT

The Galaxy Friends of Lesbians and Gays is pleased to present Before Night Falls starring Javier Bardem on Saturday, December 6, 2003 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the Spa Lounge. Please come and join us!


New     RESERVED PARKING AVAILABLE

We have several reserved spaces available between Towers II and III on floors 16-15, 12-11, 10-9 and floors 5-9. Reserved parking is $140.00 per month. Call Linda Montoya at 201-453-2414 for details.


THE MINI PARK IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

THE MINI PARK IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE FOR CONSTRUCTION. ACCESS IS FOR EMERGENCY ONLY. We anticipate re-opening in about 30 days.


SPECIAL SALE ON AIR CONDITIONER CLEANING

Our Maintenance Department sent a notice to all owners offering a special contract price to have your HVAC units cleaned before the busy season starts. To take advantage of this special price reduction from $40.00 to $30.00, contact Elizabeth Petriello in the Maintenance Dept. at 453-2436 for more information.


FRIDAY NIGHT MOVIES

No movie will be shown on Friday, November 28, 2003. The movie for Friday, December 6 is Anger Management starring Jack Nicholson and Adam Sandler. Movies start at 8:15 PM unless otherwise indicated.


New     PHOTOELECTRIC LIGHT SENSORS IN LAUNDRY ROOMS

In an effort to conserve electricity, we have installed photoelectric light sensors in the laundry rooms. We are testing the sensors and working out the kinks. Lights will go on automatically as soon as you walk into the room. Please do not touch the sensors, as that will alter the settings. The lights will remain on as long as they sense motion in the room.


New     ELISABETH MORROW SCHOOL RECEPTION

Elisabeth Morrow School in Englewood has offered to come to the Galaxy for a reception to explain about the school and answer any questions. The school spans Nursery (3 yrs) to 8th grade. We would like to ascertain how many families might be interested in attending a reception. Please leave a note for Helen Wood with the Tower 3 concierge or e-mail helenandiain@msn.com if you are interested.


New     REPUBLICAN CLUB MEETING DATE CHANGE

The Republican Club meetings on Wednesday, November 19, and Wednesday, December 17th have been postponed because of the Thanksgiving Holiday and the GTCA Bylaws Vote Meeting. We have rescheduled a Nov-Dec Republican Club Meeting for Wednesday, December 10th at 8:00 pm in Spa Room 3. Holiday Refreshments will be served. Subsequent meeting dates are January 28th, February 25th, March 24th, and April 28th. Any questions, please contact Rita Pozniakoff at 201 868-3821.


New     PLAY AND LEARN CLASS - NEW SESSION STARTS DECEMBER 12TH

Michael Nathanson, former Gymboree teacher, brings his talent and experience to the Galaxy in his Play and Learn Class. The class includes age appropriate songs, physical activities and games for kids 3 months to 2 1/2 years. Check your cubbies for further details or contact Helen Wood via the Tower 3 concierge.


GALAXY BOOK CLUB

The book for the December 17, 2003 is Disgrace by J.M. Coetzee.

The Book Club will host a special event on Sunday, January 21, 2004 when college teacher, book club member and author Jay Gertzman will give a talk on past and present censorship of books..

The group meets at 8:00 PM in meeting room #3 in the Spa. Contact Florence Friedman at 201-854-1268 with any questions.


New     LOCKBOX UPDATE

Please remember to include your remittance stub. The information shown on the encoding of your statement contains vital information the bank needs to process your payment. Failure to include this remittance stub will result in delayed processing of your payment and may incur late fees. Once again, thank you for your cooperation in getting this system together. If you have any questions, please call Mary Ellen at 201-453-2412 or Linda at 201-453-2414.


PET OWNERS:

Please curb your pets. Do not allow them to do their business on Galaxy property, except in the designated dog parks. Our security staff has been instructed to report violators to the management office for further action.


THE FRONTDESK.NET IS AVAILABLE

To initiate your personal profile, e-mail your first and last name, the address of your building and your apartment number at password@thefrontdesk.net. They will then forward a User ID and Password to you. If you have any questions, e-mail them at info@thefrontdesk.net.


New     PACKAGE DELIVERIES

Our lobbies have limited storage space for packages that are received for residents. Please pick up your packages promptly when notified. If you know that you will be away and are expecting a package, please leave a "Permission to Enter" and our staff, accompanied by Security will deliver your package and place it inside your apartment door. Effective immediately, large packages will no longer be left in the lobbies but will be transferred to a safe holding location.


NOTICE ABOUT WEBSITES

The only 'official' and valid website for The Galaxy can be found at http://www.galaxy-condo.com. Any other websites with the Galaxy name are not endorsed or reviewed by management, and may contain inaccurate information.


Sherri Steiner

Office Manager

Galaxy Towers Condominium Association