September 1, 2010
Metropolis Condominium Management now CPIV's managing agent
The CPIV Board of Directors is pleased to announce they have joined forces with Metropolis Condominium Management Inc. to provide professional management for the community.
August 7, 2010
Revised Window & Glass Door replacement
July 5, 2010
May 23, 2010
Need a Swimming Pool pass?
The swimming pools located at Capitol Park Plaza (201 I St SW) and Capitol Park Towers (301 G St SW) will open May 29. CPIV residents can use the pools, but must obtain separate passes at each location.
Please follow the links below to locate the neccessary forms to obtain a pass at either the 201 I St, or 301 G St pools. Forms are also available at the CPIV site office. You can also contact the apartment management offices directly; 201 I St – (202) 488-4500, or 301 G St - (202) 479-3908.
In addition, the nearest public (and free) pool is located behind the Randall school at South Capitol and I Streets SW. The pool opens May 29 and is closed on Mondays. For more information, please contact (202) 727-1420.
March 21, 2010
Need help choosing an Entry Door Color?
In case you are thinking about painting your entry door, here are suggested color pairings endorsed by the Corcoran that you should consider when painting your main entry doors => CPIV Color Matching Chart (click link to view)
Also, in case you plan on replacing the address numbers on your unit, the Corcoran recommends that all address numbers and letters be made of solid brass, since they are durable and will not stain or bleed on our painted doors and brick facades. It's also recommended that numbers and letters be 4 inches high, with bright brass or satin nickel finishes. One company sellls them via the web for about $6 each (www.rpmhardware.com).
February 11, 2010
Special "Thanks" to our Terrific Property Manager and Residents!
We want to offer a special "Thanks" to Bruce Buelken for his invaluable assistance over the past several days, as we endured one of Washington's worst snowstorms in history. Bruce's efforts in seeing that our walkways were shoveled, driveways cleared, and fallen trees & branches effectively addressed are very much appreciated. We also want to Thank all CPIV residents who helped their neighbors during this challenging time. Whether it was removing snow from someone's car, or checking on an elderly neighbor, you all proved we have a great neighborhood that is full of caring people.
We ask that all CPIV residents show their appreciation and be patient as the Association resolves the remaining issues stemming from this historic event.
December 5, 2009
Congratulations to our new CPIV Board!
On December 1st, CPIV voted to re-elect Dwayne Brown, Allan Holland and George Lentz to the CPIV Board of Directors, each for a 3-year term. Robert Sockwell (a former CPIV Board member and President) was elected for a 1-year term. At an organizational meeting held directly after the annual meeting, the CPIV Board of Directors elected Adam DeMella as President for the next year, and Felicia Couts as Vice President. The Board also re-elected Allan Holland as Treasurer, and Devon Conley as Secretary.
Please join us in congratulating them for volunteering their valuable personal time to serve on the Association's behalf, to see that your investment in CPIV remains strong.
October 31, 2009
CPIV Annual Meeting
The 2009 Annual Meeting of Capitol Park IV Condominium Association is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, December 1st at 7:30 p.m. at the Westminster Presbyterian Church located at 400 I Street SW. Registration will begin at 7:00 p.m.
June 5, 2009
ANC 6D Monthly Business Meeting - Monday, June 8th at 7pm
Consider attending the next ANC 6D Meeting on Monday, June 8th at 7 p.m. The meeting
will take place at St. Augustine's Church, located at 6th and Maine Avenue SW. Find out what's happening in our area and see whether you can contribute to the betterment of our community.
April 4, 2009
CPIV Welcome Package
The following CPIV Welcome Package was created to help acquaint new co-owners and
March 10, 2009
Condo Board Can Foreclose for Delinquent Fees
In case you missed the Benny Kass article (clink link to view) in the Washington Post on February 14th, we have provided a link for you. It's a particularly insightful article that describes several options for unit owners to consider to avoid this action. However, please note that the CPIV Board of Directors is taking all measures necessary to protect Capitol Park IV from those who decide not to pay the fees they owe the Association.
December 29, 2008
SWAT brings Shuttle-Bug to SW
Congratulations to the Southwest Action Team (SWAT) for their hard work and perseverence in securing this valuable "free" service for SW residents! We are very fortunate to have this caring group of individuals in our community.
Here is the Shuttle-Bug flyer (clink link to view) that describes the service and maps the route throughout our area. Be sure to check it out!
October 10, 2008
CPIV Call for Nominations!
If you are interested in serving on the CPIV Board of Directors, please complete the Candidate Interest Form (click link to view) and send it to Shea Management (email: bshea@sheainc.com, or fax: 301.986.1545), no later than November 3, 2008.
September 29, 2008
Need help choosing an Entry Door Color?
Here are suggested color pairings endorsed by the Corcoran that you should consider when painting your main entry doors => CPIV Color Matching Chart (click link to view)
August 25, 2008
CPIV New Paint Colors
(click links to view) as recommended by the Corcoran College of Art and Design.
"Top 5" things to know in CPIV
1. Trash Pick-up days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings.
Also, trash must be set out prior to 8:00am the day of pickup, but not before 8:00pm the previous day. When pick-up falls on a holiday, it’s re-scheduled for the following business day. Recycling days are Wednesdays. Aluminum cans, plastic, and glass bottles & jars should be placed in the same plastic bag. Newspapers are to be tied with twine or placed in a brown paper bag. Cardboard boxes are also removed on recycling day. All recycling is to be set out by 8:00am. Note: Unit owners are charged for the extra cost incurred by the Association for the removal of trash/recycling put out late or on the wrong day.
2. Bulk Trash pick-up day: Tuesday morning.
Items should be placed at the street curb. Removal of appliances & debris from remodeling work is not included in this pick-up!
3. Dogs must be leashed and their droppings picked-up and properly discarded.
4. We have several off-duty DC Police officers who provide security specifically for CPIV. Call 311 (non- emergency), 911 (emergency), to report any suspicious/criminal activity.
5. All exterior alterations must be approved by the Board of Directors (e.g. fences, windows, landscaping, painting, satellite dishes, etc.)
June 7, 2008
Landlords Beware!
The Board would like to remind owners who rent their units that Shea Management offers a background check of potential residents for a nominal fee of $30. The Board suggests owners take advantage of this service so they do not unwittingly lease their units to those who have a history of not paying their rent. Please note the District of Columbia protects these individuals for several months and it’s very difficult and costly to have them evicted without a significant cost and time investment on the unit owner’s part.
November 14, 2007
Do You Rent A Unit?
The Board wishes to extend a friendly reminder to owners who rent their units, including those who rent a tandem unit. Article IX, Section 2 of the CPIV bylaws, entitled Leasing Restrictions requires owners who rent their units to provide management with a copy of the lease and lease addendum. To date, management has received only 6 leases and 2 lease addendums.
It is important that owners who rent their units comply with this provision of the bylaws, so they will not be subject to fines as the Board reviews the list of those who are not in compliance. Please take a moment to review your records for compliance.
September 27, 2007
Thinking about purchasing and installing New Windows?
Many of our unit owners have replaced their windows over the past few years, which has mostly served to improve the value of our property. However, a few of these owners replaced their windows with a style that does not meet with CPIV standards. Consequently, these owners were notified by Management that they will carry a stipulation in their resale packages stating that unless they resolve this issue, the next unit owner must replace the windows. This of course, will affect the selling price of their units. If these unit owners had checked with our property manager and obtained approval from the Board as set out in our policies, they could have avoided this costly mistake.
July 28, 2007
Here is the CPIV Security Survey 2007!
CPIV residents are encouraged to copy and paste it into an email message, then complete the survey and email it to -> cpivcondo@aol.com
Name: ____________________
Address: ____________________
Dear CPIV Resident:
Here is your chance to share personal feedback concerning our current CPIV Security arrangement. As described in past meetings and newsletters, we have 2 security services working in tandem to monitor our property. One is the pre-existing security guard, and the other is an off-duty DC police officer. We would appreciate you completing this survey and returning it to the CPIV Board of Directors by August 30th.
Part 1 - Please designate your answer.
1. Do you support having the CPIV DC police pilot program? Y or N
2. Would you like to see the program continue? Y or N
3. Have you seen the policeman during the day? Y or N
4. Have you seen the policeman at night? Y or N
5. Noticed an increase in crime/incidents since the program began? Y or N
6. Do you feel more secure with this program in place? Y or N
7. Would you prefer more hours during the day? Y or N
8. Would you prefer more hours during the night? Y or N
9. Have you had a chance to talk with the officer? Y or N
10. Would you support a small increase in condo fees to enhance the program?
Y or N Please explain why:
Part 2 – Comments (Optional)
1. How do you feel about paying for more hours to support an armed officer on CPIV property?
2. What are some of the topics you discussed with the Police Officers when/if you have encountered one of them?
3. What is it that you would like to see more of from this program if it is continued?
4. Describe your feelings when you see the pre-existing non-armed security service guard.
5. Describe your thoughts when you see one of our armed off-duty DC Police Officers.
Thanks for your help in our attempts to make CPIV a safer place to live!!!
CPIV Board of Directors
July 1, 2007
Southwest Action Team (SWAT) Meeting
Date: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 @ 7:00 pm. The session will last 90 minutes.
Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I Street, SW in the Sanctuary or Basement (202) 484 - 7700.
March 6, 2007
Randall School Renovation & Development Presentation at ANC Meeting 3/12/07
Monument Realty will be presenting their plans for the Randall School Renovation/Development project at the ANC 6D meeting on Monday, March 12th. The meeting is scheduled to be held at the St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church (6th and M Streets SW) at 7:00 p.m.
The Corcoran Gallery of Art has purchased the school and Monument Realty is acting as its development representative in an effort to rebuild the school. The new plan calls for a 100,000 SF School of Art and Design that includes two of the existing buildings on ‘I’ Street and part of a new structure as well as a 400 to 500 unit residential building that is mostly new but will include one of the existing buildings on ‘I’ Street.
July 24, 2006
Join the SW Grassroots Group for the Police Community Problem Solving Meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 @ 7:00 pm. The group will meet in the sanctuary at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I Street, SW. Lt. Mitchell, MPD, PSA 104 and Sgt. Gwendolyn Mapp, Program Specialist, MPD, Policing for Prevention, will be joining us.
June 22, 2006
Community Security Meeting
Join your neighbors in a meeting on Thursday, June 22nd at 7:00 p.m. at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 400 I Street SW. Speakers will include Commander Diane Groomes (MPD First District), Nathan Bovelle (Director of Property Mgmt - DC Housing Authority), and Lt. Johnnie Villines (DCHA Police).
May 8, 2006
Annual Yard Sale
Start now to get ready for this year’s CPII and CPIV Yard Sale on Saturday, June 10 (with a rain date of Sunday, June 11). The yard sale will be held in the grass across from the circle at Third and G. Streets from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
So, clean out your drawers, closets and cupboards and set aside those gently used items (gently used clothes and accessories, books, DVD’s, knickknacks, household and garden items, jewelry, toys, furniture, rugs, etc.) for the sale.
This event is open to all CPII and CPIV residents. Additional notice with registration forms will be sent out in a couple of weeks. There is no fee involved and participants are asked to bring their own tables, blankets or other set ups to display sale items.
A small ad will be placed in the WASHINGTON POST classified section and notices will be posted around our community. So, come join us, meet your neighbors and have a fun time.
If you have any questions, please call Lorrie at 484-3938.
October 31, 2005
CPIV Security Update
November 29, 2004
CPIV Annual Meeting
The 2004 Annual Meeting of Capitol Park IV Condominium Association is scheduled to be held on Monday, December 6th at 7:30 p.m. at the Westminster Presbyterian Church located at 400 I Street SW. Registration will begin at 7:00 p.m.
August 20, 2004
July 10, 2004
New Condos at 4th & G
June 23, 2004
Seasonal Suggestions for Maintaining Your Home
SUMMER
Check your Fence
Repair any broken fence boards and paint or seal them as needed. Paint it in case it's faded or showing significant aging.
Check the Appearance of your Front Door
Years of normal wear and tear can take their toll on your Door, so consider repainting or refinishing your Door. Be sure the check the hardware as well (mailbox slot, handles, etc.).
Check Exhaust Fans and Vents
Make sure all exhaust fans and vents are clean and clear. Remove lint buildup from the clothes dryer vent.
Fans and Air Conditioners
Clean fan blades using mild soapy water. Check the central air-conditioning unit for debris and obstructions; vacuum the main condenser coil on top of the unit. Check the operating condition of window air-conditioning units; remove and wash filters in mild soapy water.
Turn on Outdoor Water Supply
Hook up the garden hose and inspect it for cracks or leaks. Replace old washers.
Clean Windows
Wash windows, screens, and windowsills; repair any winter damage.
Condition your Deck
Hammer in any loose nails, or replace them with galvanized deck screws. Replace any broken boards or rails. Rent a power washer to clean dirt and mildew from the wood, then apply an all-weather sealer or stain. Set up patio furniture.
March 20, 2004
January 31, 2004
Seasonal Suggestions for Maintaining Your Home
WINTER
Install Extra Insulation
Install plastic sheets on windows requiring extra protection from the wind (kits are widely available at hardware stores or home centers). Add weather stripping around doors if necessary.
Check Smoke Detectors
Test each unit and replace batteries if needed
Patch and Paint Interiors
Inspect interior walls and ceilings for holes or cracks. Patch and paint as necessary. Watch for bubbling or cracking, which could indicate water damage.
Maintain Appliances
Unplug the refrigerator and clean it thoroughly with soap and hot water. Vacuum the condenser coil in the back or bottom of the refrigerator for better energy efficiency. If the drain pan is removable, clean it in soapy water. Clean the inside of the dishwasher, the stove exhaust fan, the inside of the oven, and the microwave.
Inspect Bathroom Caulking
Remove and replace crumbling caulk around the bathtub, sink, or toilet. Make sure no moisture is leaking under the bathtub or shower stall.
