NOTICE BOARD

Heading: Car Park Gates – Update
Date: 20/05/2021 
Details: Despite the contractors bring in attendance today to repair the gates, we understand that unfortunately the gates have broken down again.  The contractors will be back out on site later this afternoon.  In the meantime, the contractors have advised the Concierge how to override the system so that the gates remain open for access for residents. 

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Heading: Car Park Gates
Date: 20/05/2021 
Details: Contractors have been instructed to attend following reports of issues with the car park gates.  They will be attending asap this morning.

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Heading: Concierge Cover from Monday 10th May 2021
Date: 07/05/2021 
Details: Please be advised that Eamonn will be unavailable from Monday 10th May 2021.  Unfortunately he will be off for a period of 6 weeks.  Apologies for the late notice but Eamonn has had to await confirmation on dates.  Temporary Concierge cover will be in place.

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Heading: Car Park Gates – Friday 7th May 2021
Date: 04/05/2021 
Details: Please note that on Friday 7th May 2021 further essential repair works are being carried out to the car park gates.  As such, there will be no entrance in or out of the car park between the hours of 9.00am and 1.00pm on Friday 7th May 2021.  Apologies for any inconvenience caused, however, these works are urgently required to repair the gates which are faulty.

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Heading: Concierge Cover on Thursday 6th May 2021
Date: 28/04/2021 
Details: Please be advised that Eamonn will be unavailable from 1.15pm on Thursday 6th May 2021.  He will be back as normal on Friday.

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Heading: Car Park Gates – Update
Date: 20/04/2021 
Details: We are advised that the gate contractor will need to come back to sort out the hinges.  This will mean we will have to close the gates again for approximately half a day.  We understand they are hoping to address at the end of next week.  We will keep you updated as we hear further. 

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Heading: Gym and Sauna
Date: 16/04/2021 
Details: The management company have reviewed the situation with regards to the gym and sauna. They have taken the decision to keep both closed for now – with the proposal that they should re-open on 21st June (but obviously subject to Government guidelines for the next phase of restrictions being lifted). Whilst main gyms and saunas are open, they do have full time staff employed and who can monitor for social distancing and regularly clean down areas after use.

Given the small confined spaces of the areas at Millennium it will be difficult to oversee.

We do apologise for any inconvenience but hope you will understand that the decision has been made with the welfare of Millennium residents and staff being absolute priority.

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Heading: Roof Garden
Date: 15/04/2021 
Details: The roof garden has been weeded, cleaned, jetwashed and is open for use.  Please ensure you follow Government guidelines about meeting people outside when using the garden.

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Heading: Car Park Gates – Monday 19th April 2021
Date: 08/04/2021 
Details: Please note that on Monday 19th April 2021 essential repair works are being carried out to the car park gates.  As such, there will be no entrance in or out of the car park between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm on Monday 19th April 2021.  Apologies for any inconvenience caused, however, these works are urgently required to repair the gates which are faulty.

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Heading: Car Park Gates
Date: 01/04/2021 
Details: Contractors have been instructed following reports that the car park gates are not working properly.

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Heading: Smoking and Smoking of Drugs
Date: 16/03/2021 
Details: A reminder that smoking is not permitted in any of the communal areas.  Furthermore, it is illegal to smoke drugs even if within the apartments.  Cannabis, marijuana or weed is classified as a Class B drug, putting it in the same category as ketamine and amphetamine.  Just because someone is using the drug within their own premises does not make it legal.

Police can issue a warning or on-the-spot fine if you’re caught.  If residents suspect anyone of using or smoking drugs within the apartments  please report immediately to the police.  Please also then report to us as breach of lease charges will be incurred and legal action may be taken against the property owner by the management company.

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Heading: Concierge Cover on Monday 15th March 2021
Date: 11/03/2021 
Details: Please be advised that Eamonn will be unavailable for a couple of hours from 8.40am on Monday.  

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Heading: Car Park
Date: 04/03/2021 
Details: Please be advised that 4 cars were broken into in the basement car park last night.  The temporary Concierge is fully aware having noticed when doing his walk round this morning.  Please do take extra care not to leave any valuable items or items of temptation in your vehicles.  Please also keep an eye out for any person that does not appear to belong or who might be following vehicles in through the gates when open.

If you see anything untoward or have unfortunately suffered from these break ins please report immediately to the police. You will be issued with a crime reference number by the police.  This reference number will be required when processing any insurance claim for loss or damage.

In light of these reported incidents, we have instructed contractors to survey / quote for CCTV.

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Heading: Window Cleaning
Date: 02/03/2021 
Details: The window cleaning at Millennium will take place on 8th and 9th March 2021 with the rope access team and then 10th for the reach and wash works.

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Heading: Gas Heaters
Date: 23/02/2021 
Details: A reminder that the use of gas heaters within the apartments is strictly prohibited.  It breaches the terms of the lease and breaches fire regulations (which in turn will invalidate the insurance for the building).  Please ensure that if you have a gas heater in place, you dispose of immediately either by taking to the local tip or arranging for a collection by the Council. – do not dump in the bin store area.  Thank you for your urgent co-operation.

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Heading: Window in Reception Area
Date: 23/02/2021 
Details: Following attendance by contractors, a specialist contractor has been contacted to look at the issue with the crack to the window in the reception area.

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Heading: Concierge Cover
Date: 22/02/2021 
Details: A reminder that Eamonn will be on annual leave from Monday 1st March 2021 up to and including Saturday 6th March 2021.  Temporary cover will be in place whilst Eamonn is off.

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Heading: Fire Alarm Test
Date: 16/02/2021 
Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 24th February 2021.  You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause.  

IMPORTANT – Residents of the 8th, 9th and 10th Floors 

As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all areas on the above floors in order to test the detectors.  Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamonn at all times (both will be working under Covid 19 guidelines).

It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamonn so that we can access your apartment on the day.

Thank you for your co-operation in this matter.

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Heading: Car Park Gates
Date: 21/01/2021 
Details: Given the issues with the gates, residents may experience problems in the meantime with their car park remotes.  You may find that there are delays with the car park remote engaging with the opening of the gates.  There are issues with the motors at the moment.  The contractors are addressing the matter and further to our update on 15th January 2021, they are liaising with the specialist contractors required to lift the gates in order that necessary works may be undertaken.  We are advised that unfortunately this is a large job to undertake.  Please bear with them and apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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Heading: Concierge Cover
Date: 15/01/2021 
Details: Please note that Eamonn will be on annual leave from Monday 1st March 2021 up to and including Saturday 6th March 2021.

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Heading: Car Park Gates – Update
Date: 15/01/2021 
Details: We are advised that significant works are required in relation to the gates.  Other contractors will also need to attend to lift the gates for works to be completed.  We will update the website as we hear further.

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Heading: Car Park Gates
Date: 14/01/2021 
Details: We have received reports from Eamonn in relation to the car park gates and the contractors are currently instructed and addressing the issues.  

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Heading: Concierge Cover
Date: 06/01/2021 
Details: Eamonn will be unavailable from 1.00pm on Monday 11th January 2021.

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Heading: Graffitti
Date: 04/01/2021
Details: Eamonn has advised the cleaning contractors about the graffitti that has appeared to the front of the building. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Window Cleaning Date: 15/12/2020 Details: The window cleaning company has apologised for how early their cleaners turned up today.  In future they will turn up around 8.00am / 8.30am.  They were just trying to get ahead on some jobs so do apologise about this. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 10/12/2020 Details: We have organised for 3 x additional recycling bins to be provided by the Council given the increase in packaging certainly with more people working from home and given the time of year.  The bins have arrived today.  A reminder to ensure that all packaging is collapsed down before placing in the bins provided to ensure full use of the space for all.  Thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Window Cleaning – Change in Dates Date: 10/12/2020 Details: The dates for the window cleaning at Millennium Apartments has changed.  The cleaning will now take place on Friday 11th December 2020 and Monday 14th December 2020 for the abseil part of the clean.  The reach and wash will be completed on Tuesday 15th December 2020. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Gym & Roof Garden Date: 08/12/2020 Details: Please be advised that the decision to keep both the gym and roof garden closed at the moment is due to the fact that these areas are not manned 24 hours a day to ensure the safe keeping of residents.  This includes cleaners not being available to fully clean down the areas and sanitise after every use (in particular with regards to the gym) and ensuring safe numbers are being observed in both the gym and roof garden at any one time.  We will continue to review the situation and keep you updated. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 04/12/2020 Details: Eamonn will be unavailable from 1.30pm on Wednesday 9th December 2020.  He will be back on Thursday 10th December 2020. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Window Cleaning Date: 03/12/2020 Details: The window cleaning at Millennium Apartments is booked to take place on Thursday 10th December to Friday 11th December 2020 for the abseil part of the clean.  The reach and wash will be completed on Tuesday 15th December 2020. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Gym & Roof Garden Date: 01/12/2020 Details: Please be advised that unfortunately the gym and roof garden will not re-open from 2nd December 2020.  They will remain closed until further notice. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Fire Alarm Test – Wednesday 25th November 2020 Date: 12/11/2020 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a fire alarm test on Wednesday 25th November 2020.  You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause.   IMPORTANT – Ground Basement & Car Parks As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all areas on the above floors in order to test the detectors.  Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamonn at all times (both will be working under Covid 19 guidelines). Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Coronavirus (CORVID19) – update Date: 05/11/2020 Details: A deep clean has been carried out of the communal areas.  It is recommended that face masks / shields are worn by all whilst in the communal areas. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Coronavirus (CORVID19) – update Date: 03/11/2020 Details: Unfortunately, a positive case of Coronavirus has been reported at Millennium.  The resident is self-isolating.  Please continue to take appropriate steps to try and remain safe. For further information and guidance, please log onto the Government’s website at http://www.gov.uk/coronavirus We have booked out a deep clean of the communal areas in accordance with PHE guidance. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Closure of Gym and Roof Garden Date: 02/11/2020 Details: Following the announcement of the second lockdown and in line with Government regulations, the gym and roof garden will be closed from Thursday 5th November 2020 until further notice. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Disposal of Large Items Date: 22/10/2020 Details: Another reminder that residents are responsible for the disposal of large items either by taking to the local tip or organising collections with the Council from their property.  Large items are NOT to be just dumped in the bin store.  THE BIN MEN WILL NOT TAKE THESE ITEMS.  Someone has dumped a large sofa in the bin store.  As such, we have had to instruct cleaning contractors to attend and remove which is a cost to the leaseholders.  If anyone is aware on who has disposed of this sofa please report in confidence to [email protected].  For leaseholders with tenants in situ, please ensure that your tenants are made fully aware about waste disposal. 

Thank you.

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Heading: Fire Safety for the Home Date: 14/10/2020 Details: Please find a copy of the latest safety advice for the home – Fire safety poster ARMA-HFRS (1).October 2020 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Power Pack to Fire Door on 7th Floor Date: 01/10/2020 Details: Following contractor attendance, a new power pack has been ordered for the fire door on the 7th floor. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Chip to Window in Reception Date: 01/10/2020 Details: The contractor has been booked to attend to the chip noted to one of the windows in reception.

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Heading: Water Pump Cleaning Date: 18/09/2020 Details: The water tank will be cleaned and the chlorination checked on Thursday 22nd October 2020.  This will cause a disruption to the water supply between 10.00am – 3.00pm whilst this service is carried out.  We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 17/09/2020 Details: Eamonn will be unavailable for a couple of hours on Monday 21st September 2020 from 08.45am.

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Heading: Fire Alarm & Smoke Detectors Inspection for Floors 4, 3, 2, 1, Ground and Basement Only Date: 04/09/2020 Details: We have instructed the contractor, Arron of Netelect, to carry out an inspection of the fire alarm and smoke detectors.  We can confirm that Arron will be attending on Wednesday 23rd September 2020 at 10.30am and will require access into your apartment to check the smoke detectors. It is a legal requirement to carry out the inspection and therefore access is required to all apartments to complete the inspection.  For landlords with tenants in situ, please ensure your tenants are made fully aware to provide the necessary access.  Arron will be working to Government guidelines under Covid 19.

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Heading: Dumped Items Date: 03/09/2020 Details: A reminder that the bin men will not collect large items that are dumped outside of the bins.  Someone has dumped furniture including a fridge.  As such, we have had to organise for contractors to collect and remove which has incurred additional costs for the property owners.  If anyone is aware on who has dumped these items, please report immediately to [email protected].  If residents have large items to dispose of they must either take to the local tip direct or organise for separate collection from the apartment direct.  For landlords with tenants in situ, please ensure that when tenants move in and out of your properties that unwanted items are not just dumped in the bin store – thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 28/08/2020 Details: Please be advised that there will be no Concierge cover during the afternoon of Tuesday 8th September 2020. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Temporary Concierge Cover Date: 11/08/2020 Details: Temporary Concierge cover will be in place from Monday 17th August 2020 through to and including Saturday 22nd August 2020. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: External Window Cleaning Date: 11/08/2020 Details: External window cleaning with rope access will take place 25th and 26 August 2020.  The reach and wash cleaning will take place on 27th August 2020. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Temporary Concierge Cover Date: 15/07/2020 Details: Temporary Concierge cover will be in place from Monday 20th July 2020 through to and including Saturday 25th July 2020. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Gym Date: 15/07/2020 Details: The gym will be open from Monday 27th July 2020 at 10.00am.  Sanitisers and signs reminding residents to social distance are in place.  The opening hours for the gym will then change from Tuesday 28th July 2020 to 9.30am to 9.30pm until further notice. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Roof Garden Date: 15/07/2020 Details: The roof garden will be open from Monday 27th July 2020.  A reminder to all residents that social distancing must be adhered to when using the garden thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Gym and Roof Garden Date: 10/07/2020 Details: Following the updates from the Government in relation to Covid 19 with the gym and roof garden to be opened up soon, we have booked out cleaning contractors to carry out a deep clean of the gym and roof garden prior to opening. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 03/07/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid 19 – update 03.07.2020

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Heading: Section 20 Works – External Facades Date: 29/06/2020 Details: Further to leaseholder correspondence in respect of Section 20 works, we are advised that T & D Group will be on site this week and next week (subject to weather conditions) to carry out works to the external facades of the West, East and North elevations of Millennium Apartments. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 19/06/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid 19 – update 19.06.2020

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Heading: Water Pressure Date: 17/06/2020 Details: Eamonn has reported that many residents have been experiencing issues with the water pressure dropping out or sometimes cutting out completely.  He has checked the main water pressure and this appears to be all fine.  We have therefore booked out the water pump contractor – Mossvale. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 15/06/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid 19 – update 12.06.2020

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Heading: Buzzing Noise on Floor 10 Date: 11/06/2020 Details: On floor 10 there is a buzzing from the fire door leading onto the floor.  Eamonn has turned the power off to the door and contractors have been instructed. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 05/06/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid 19 – update 05.06.2020

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Heading: Issue with Water Date: 01/06/2020 Details: We have received some reports that residents are experiencing some discolouration to their water.  Please run the water a good 2 – 3 minutes before use.  We believe it is a Severn Trent Water issue. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 29/05/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid 19 – update 29.05.2020

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Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Police Update Date: 28/05/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid 19 – West Midlands Police update 28.05.2020 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Roof Garden Date: 21/05/2020 Details: Contractors have been on site today to clean up the roof garden. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: NO SMOKING Date: 19/05/2020 Details: Smoking is not permitted in any of the communal areas at Millennium, roof garden or terrace.

Heading: Window Cleaning Date: 12/05/2020 Details: The window cleaners will carry out the clean via rope access on 14th May and 15th May 2020.  The reach and wash part of the works will be completed on 18th May 2020. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Main entrance auto doors Date: 12/05/2020 Details: Following strict Covid 19 guidelines, engineers will be in attendance on Tuesday 19th May 2020 to service the main entrance auto doors. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 05/05/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid update – 01.05.2020

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 27/04/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid update – 24.04.2020

Heading: Noise Date: 21/04/2020 Details: A further reminder to all residents that you live in a multi occupancy development and playing loud music especially into the early hours is totally unacceptable.  This is already a difficult situation for all with Covid 19, without occupants making matters worse playing loud music through the day and into the early hours!  Property owners will incur breach of lease charges if noise is coming from their apartment.  If owners have tenants in situ, please address immediately with the tenants as this has to stop.  Neighbours will also report noise issues to the local Council who will take action.  Thank you for your urgent co-operation. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 20/04/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received Covid update

Heading: Noise Date: 06/04/2020 Details: A reminder to all residents that you live in a multi occupancy development.  Please be mindful of your neighbours regarding noise, especially during the day with more people having to work from home during this difficult period.  Persistent noise issues may be reported to the local Council who will take action.  Breach of lease charges will also be incurred by property owners.  For those owners with tenants in situ, please ensure your tenants are made fully aware thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: West Midlands COVID-19 Update Date: 01/04/2020 Details: Please see West Midlands update we have received:-

Heading: Coronavirus (CORVID19) – ISOLATION Date: 31/03/2020 Details: ISOLATION If you are in self-isolation because you have or may have contracted Covid-19 it is vital that you let us know as soon as possible so that we can contact the rest of the residents to let them know that they should take extra precautions and increase their sanitation and so that, as necessary, we can organise a deep clean of the communal areas in accordance with PHE guidance. When you contact us, please can you also advise how you are organising deliveries, particularly food, to your apartment and how rubbish is to be disposed of. Please remember: –  

• rubbish should only be placed outside of your apartment door at a specific time for collection.
• that whoever is picking up the rubbish should be properly protected.
• that all rubbish must be double bagged.
• rubbish which contains personal waste (e.g. tissues) and cleaning cloths must be isolated within the flat for 72 hours before being disposed of in communal bin stores.

We would also ask that you also let us know if you become aware that any of your neighbours have gone into self-isolation. For further useful guidance regarding isolation and social distancing please go to https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Gym and Roof Garden – Closed Date: 30/03/2020 Details: In line with the Government’s enforcement of social distancing along with the latest ARMA advice that all communal facilities and amenities must therefore be closed, we have closed off the gym and roof garden at Millennium Apartments.  We apologise for any inconvenience that this might call you but trust that you will understand that these extraordinary times call for extraordinary action. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 25/03/2020 Details: We are currently liaising with Eamonn about cover.  We are looking at cover being provided during the mornings to carry out inspections of the building, oversee deliveries and sort out any other important issues.  To assist though Eamonn is currently working full days to maintain his excellent level of service.  Obviously, arrangements for cover may change at a moment’s notice depending on government guidelines and instructions. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Coronavirus (CORVID19) – update Date: 24/03/2020 Details: Following government guidelines, all staff for Compass Block Management are working remotely from home until further notice. Please continue to report any block maintenance issues via our online reporting system. If you wish to speak to a member of staff by phone but are experiencing any problems getting through, please email [email protected]. Please leave your name, phone number, first line of your address and a quick summary of your enquiry in order that we may forward onto the relevant member of staff to respond to you. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to maintain services as much as possible during this period. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Remedial Decorating Work Date: 20/03/2020 Details: Contractors have attended to decorate the walls outside the bin store, basement lift lobby, between both sets of doors and the wall and ceiling just outside the gym. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 20/03/2020 Details: Eamonn has cancelled his annual leave from 23rd March 2020 to 29th March 2020 inclusive so will be working obviously subject to government instructions and guidelines with Covid 19. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Millennium Apartments Management Company Ltd – AGM – Postponed Date: 19/03/2020 Details: Due to the current ongoing situation with Covid-19, the Directors of MAMC have taken the decision to postpone the planned AGM. The meeting will no longer take place on 26th March 2020.  We will issue a notice in advance of the re-arranged meeting once we are able to confirm a suitable date and time. If you were planning to attend, you can still submit any points or questions you would like discussed.  We will endeavour to answer them where possible in the interim.  Please contact Stuart Cooper – [email protected] with any questions.  Thank you. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Coronavirus (CORVID 19) Date: 18/03/2020 Details: As you will be aware, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is spreading across the country and is a cause for concern for all of us. It is anticipated that COVID-19 will cause disruption to all businesses and to our day-to-day lives over the coming weeks and months. As the government’s guidance is likely to change as time passes, we would like to make you aware we have a Business Continuity Plan (BCP) in place to enable us to maintain a level of service during these unprecedented and difficult times. Our office is currently open, but we have systems in place to allow our staff to work remotely if required. However, in the event that our BCP is put into effect and our office has to close, even with key staff working from home and engineers/contractors in the field, it is highly likely that you will experience some disruption in the services provided due to reduced capability. We will do whatever we can to minimise any such disruption but would ask for your patience and understanding while we work to maintain services during this period. You will appreciate this is an evolving situation. We will continue to act on the advice provided by Public Health England and will inform you if there is any material change to our business continuity.  For further information and the latest advice regarding CORVID-19, please visit: – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-public As it important that we are all kept up to date about the spread of CORVID-19, we ask that you inform us immediately if you or if you know of anyone in your apartment block who has either been diagnosed with CORVID-19 or advised to self-isolate. We can then make the other residents and the building service contractors aware of the situation. We thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation. Important – For Owners & Residents To help protect the developments and individual properties during this period, we urge owners to ensure that all their electrical appliances, boilers, heaters, water supply, kitchen and bathroom plumbing are checked and maintained to minimise leaks.  For all owners & residents, please ensure that the security of the development is maintained by ensuring the communal doors are shut when entering and exiting the premises.  Please also be mindful of your neighbours regarding noise, especially during the day with more people having to work from home during this difficult period. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: 10TH FLOOR – REAR DOOR FIRE ESCAPE Date: 13/03/2020 Details: Please note that the 10th Floor Rear Door Fire Escape will not be accessible this weekend – 14th and 15th March 2020.  In the unfortunate event of a fire, please make your way to the next available Fire Escape thank you and apologies for this. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Graffiti to Lift 2 Date: 11/03/2020 Details: We are aware that around 6.15am on Thursday 5th March 2020 a resident took it upon themselves to graffiti lift 2.  If anyone has any information about this incident, please contact Compass Block Management in confidence on 0121 236 5757 – option 2.  Thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 10/03/2020 Details: Eamonn will be off on annual leave from 23rd March 2020 to 29th March 2020 inclusive.  Temporary cover has been booked out. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: First Floor Date: 20/02/2020 Details: Contractors have been instructed to investigate signs of damp on the base to one of the columns on the first floor which Eamonn has noticed. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Water Leak Date: 19/02/2020 Details: Contractors, Mossvale, were on site within 20 minutes of call out following a report of an urgent leak in the pump room.  We are advised that unfortunately the water had to be shut off for around 40 minutes but this was an emergency and required urgent repair works.  Apologies for any inconvenience caused. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover – Tuesday 3rd March 2020 Date: 19/02/2020 Details: Eamonn will be out first thing on Tuesday 3rd March 2020 but be back hopefully around 12.00 noon. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 18/02/2020 Details: Unfortunately, Eamonn is off today as he is not very well.  Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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Heading: Lifts Date: 14/02/2020 Details: To advise that the lift contractors are currently in the process of switching over the emergency lines for the lifts to them.  The line for the left hand lift is, however, temporarily out of order.  We will put a notice inside the lift to advise that in the event of an emergency please call Jackson Lifts on 01543 262850. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 12/02/2020 Details: Please note that on Wednesday 11th March 2020, Eamonn will be away from his desk from 1.30pm and for the rest of the day. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Gym Date: 12/02/2020 Details: The contractor is due to attend this Saturday 15th February 2020 to carry out repairs to the gym equipment as required.

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Heading: Lights in Gym Date: 11/02/2020 Details: Contractors have been instructed to attend to the lights which are not working properly in the gym – they are currently staying on all the time. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: No Smoking Date: 05/02/2020 Details: A reminder to all residents that smoking is not permitted in any of the communal areas at Millennium which includes the car park and roof top garden.  For owners with tenants in situ, please ensure this is relayed to your tenants.  Breach of lease charges will be incurred if anyone is found to be smoking in these areas.  Thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Sauna  Date: 03/02/2020 Details: Contractors have been instructed to attend to the wooden frame that is starting to break up for the sauna, together with the frame for the toilet door into the ladies cubicle. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Graffiti to outside blue wall Date: 30/01/2020 Details: Eamonn has reported the graffiti to the outside blue wall.  We have instructed the cleaning company to attend to this. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lifts Date: 28/01/2020 Details: Further to all the issues experienced with Otis (the lift contractors) last year, Jackson Lifts have been appointed to take over the lift contract from 31st January 2020. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 28/01/2020 Details: The Council have advised that their recycling collections are still being affected by staffing issues.  They are currently looking at obtaining further assistance. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Recycling Bins & Bin Store Date: 27/01/2020 Details: Following advice from the Council that there has been a backlog with regards to recycling bin collections since Christmas, the cleaning company have been instructed to empty the recycling bins and make good the bin store area in the meantime.  A reminder again to all residents to put all waste (general and recycling) in the general waste bins provided until further notice – thank you.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Issue with Water Pump Date: 22/01/2020 Details: Contractors have been on site today to fit and seal the repaired main pump. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lifts  Date: 21/01/2020 Details: We are advised that the lifts are now back in full working order. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lifts  Date: 21/01/2020 Details: Concierge reported to Otis at 06:45 today that both lifts are unfortunately out of order.  He has been provided with the following reference numbers for each lift WO1214262 and WO1214263.  He has reiterated to them that we expect urgent attendance from them and we have also chased up Otis for attendance. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 10/01/2020 Details: Unfortunately, Eamonn is off today due to illness.  Temporary concierge cover is in place again today.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Fire Alarm Test – Wednesday 15th January 2020 Date: 09/01/2020 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 15^th January 2020.  You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause.   IMPORTANT – Residents of the 5^th, 6^th and 7^th Floors As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all the apartments on the above floors in order to test the detectors in each apartment.  Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamonn at all times. It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamonn so that we can access your apartment on the day.  If you have any queries, please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 – option 2.  Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 09/01/2020 Details: Unfortunately, Eamonn is off again today due to illness. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 08/01/2020 Details: Please be advised that unfortunately Eamonn will not be on duty today owing to illness.  If you have any queries please contact Judy Wyatt at Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 (option 2 then option 1).  We do apologise for any inconvenience that Eamonn’s absence today might cause. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Issue with Water Pump Date: 07/01/2020 Details: You may have experienced problems with a drop in water pressure at Millennium.  This is unfortunately following a leak in the main water pump.  The main pump has had to be taken off site to be repaired.  We are awaiting confirmation on timescales from the contractors. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Sliding Doors to Front Entrance Date: 05/11/19 Details: Contractors are instructed to attend to the sliding front doors which are sticking.  In the meantime, if we could ask all residents to just double check that the doors are closing behind them please when entering and exiting the building.  Thanking you for your co-operation. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 29/10/19 Details: We understand that engineers have been in attendance and the lift is now back in full working order. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift  Date: 28/10/19 Details: We are advised that Otis are unfortunately still awaiting the replacement PCB which they had said would come in today.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 25/10/19 Details: We have been advised by Otis that the replacement PCB is due to be delivered on Monday.  The Manager has advised that he will organise for the board to be fitted as soon as delivered. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover on 24.10.19 Date: 24/10/19 Details: A reminder that Eamonn will be away on Thursday 24th October 2019 from 2.30pm.  He will be back as usual the following day. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 23/10/19 Details: Despite chasing Otis, we are still awaiting confirmation from them as to when the replacement part is due to arrive and the lift repaired.  We are chasing the Manager at Otis daily about this. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 21/10/19 Details: Having chased up Otis about the lift, we have been advised that they are still awaiting the correct part from the controller manufacturer to arrive.  We will continue to chase Otis for an update. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Car Parking Date: 21/10/19 Details: Further to our notification this morning, we can confirm that a black Vauxhall Astra – registration number KV56 XYK is illegally parked in car park space number 29.  We require the vehicle to be removed immediately.  Only Millennium owners or their tenants are permitted to park one vehicle within their allocated parking space (as detailed within their lease).  Please be considerate of your neighbours by not parking in their spaces, which often results in them having to pay and park outside of the development.  Thanking you for your co-operation. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Car Parking Date: 21/10/19 Details: Please note that there is vehicle parked in space number 29 which should not be parked in that space.  Can the owner remove the vehicle immediately and phone Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 – option 2 thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover on 24.10.19 Date: 18/10/19 Details: Please be aware that Eamonn will be away on Thursday 24th October 2019 from 2.30pm.  He will be back as usual the following day. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 17/10/19 Details: We had asked the Senior Service Delivery Manager Central to put the pressure on to get the parts delivered urgently.  We were  advised that the parts had in fact now come in and Otis could look to repair the lift today.  However, we have just been advised that unfortunately the lift still remains out of service.  Otis advise that the lift control manufacturer has been sending over the incorrect PCBs to them and the same has happened again (3 times in total now).  The companies have asked us to pass on their sincere apologies for al these issues. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Car Park Gates Date: 17/10/19 Details: The contractor has been on site and will be back soon as he has gone to collect the parts that are required.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 17/10/19 Details: A reminder that Eamonn will not be at his desk from 1.30pm onwards today.  He will be back as usual on Friday. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Car Park Gates Date: 17/10/19 Details: Eamonn has reported to the contractors that the car park gates are not working. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 16/10/19 Details: On checking for an update off Otis, we have been advised that the parts have been ordered and are in due in on 18th October 2019.  The manager will revert to us tomorrow with an update as he will track this. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 15/10/19 Details: Having chased for an update from Otis, we have been advised that unfortunately there is another issue in that the part that has arrived today is faulty.  We are in direct communication with the Senior Service Delivery Manager about this ongoing issue.  We will continue to keep you updated as we hear further. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 14/10/19 Details: Having chased up Otis about the latest with regards to the new part required, we have been advised that unfortunately the new part has not arrived.  We have been advised that the part is planned now for delivery pre 10.00am tomorrow. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 11/10/19 Details: Further delays on Millennium as Otis have advised that upon fitting the new PCB, this has highlighted a further issue.  We are advised the new part is being ordered for Monday.  Otis are extremely sorry about this. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 11/10/19 Details: We have been advised that the engineer has the replacement parts for the lift and is on route to attend Millennium this morning. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 10/10/19 Details: The update we have received from Otis is that the further parts required are to be delivered tomorrow pre 10:00.  The engineer will attend as soon as the parts arrive. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 09/10/19 Details: Following attendance by Otis today, we have been advised that further parts have been identified as faulty.  Otis are in the process of ordering.  We will continue to keep you updated as we hear further. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 08/10/19 Details: The update from Otis is that the engineer needs to return again 1st thing tomorrow to fit further parts.  The lift remains out of service at present. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 08/10/19 Details: We have been advised by Otis that despite the replacement part being fitted, there is still an issue with the lift that is being investigated.  We have been chasing them up this morning for an update on the situation certainly given we were led to believe that the replacement part would resolve the problem. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover on 17.10.19 Date: 08/10/19 Details: Please be aware that Eamonn will be away on Thursday 17th October 2019 from 1.30pm.  He will be back as usual the following day. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift  Date: 04/10/19 Details: We have been advised by Otis that the replacement part for the lift was expected in today.  They have received confirmation from the providers that unfortunately the part will not now arrive until Monday.  Otis have confirmed that they paid for next day delivery for this part.  In the meantime pass on their apologies for the inconvenience caused. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 04/10/19 Details: Eamonn will be away from his desk from around 10.20am today for a couple of hours approx. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Bins Date: 02/10/19 Details: We have notified the Council that unfortunately the bins have not been collected and asked them to attend as soon as possible. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Fire Alarm Test – Wednesday 16th October 2019 Date: 01/10/19 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 16^th October 2019.  You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause. IMPORTANT – Residents of the 8^th, 9^th and 10^th Floors As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all the apartments on the above floors in order to test the detectors in each apartment.  Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamonn at all times. It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamonn so that we can access your apartment on the day. If you have any queries, please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 – option 2.  Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 27/09/19 Details: Eamonn reported to Otis that the lift was not working at 2.00pm yesterday.  He has spoken with them again this morning to chase up to be advised that the fault was passed to their engineer at 2.30pm yesterday.  We have also spoken with Otis reiterating the contracted timescales for attendance.  We are advised that the engineer is currently stuck on another job at the moment but has promised to be in attendance by midday today latest.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 19/09/19 Details: Unfortunately, an engineer has not attended despite being advised that one would be at Millennium today.  We have been on the phone to Otis this afternoon.  One of the Managers will be on site tomorrow morning.  We have relayed to Otis that this situation is totally unacceptable and annoying.  We have also firmed up the meeting with the management of Otis. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 19/09/19 Details: Despite being advised by Otis that an engineer would attend yesterday afternoon, the engineer did not turn up.  We have been back onto Otis this morning.  The management at Otis have also been made fully aware.  The job has been assigned to another engineer and we are advised that he will be looking to attend at around 12.30pm.  We have updated Eamonn. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift  Date: 18/09/19 Details: We have phoned Otis again this morning to be advised that the replacement part is now in.  The engineer is scheduled to attend this afternoon. We have updated the Concierge. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 17/09/19 Details: The Senior Service Delivery Manager has confirmed he is chasing up the engineer for attendance. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 17/09/19 Details: We have been back onto Otis to find out what is going on in relation to the lift.  We are awaiting a further call back.  We have also sent a further chaser to the Management to find out what is going on.  As soon as we hear further we will update this site. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 17/09/19 Details: Otis were called at 06:35 this morning by Eamonn to advise that lift number 2 is out of order.  They have advised that this is an open fault as they are awaiting a part.  Eamonn has reiterated the urgency to get this resolved.  We have contacted the management at Otis about this also as they had advised they were sending someone down this week in any event.  We understand that the Senior Service Delivery Manager is now back off annual leave so we have requested an urgent meeting with him. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Recycling Bins & Bin Store Date: 10/09/19 Details: Following advice from the Council regarding issues with the recycling collections, we have booked out the cleaning company to empty the recycling bins and make good the bin store area in the meantime.  A reminder again to all residents to put all waste (general and recycling) in the general waste bins provided until further notice – thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 09/09/19 Details: Otis have been in attendance and the right hand lift is now fully operational. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 09/09/19 Details: Unfortunately, the right hand lift is not working.  Otis have been called out.  We have also been on the phone to them reminding them that this needs urgent attention. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Lift  Date: 06/09/19 Details: Unfortunately, the lift has broken down yet again.  Otis have been called out and they advise that an engineer will be in attendance within 4 hours. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift Update Date: 06/09/19 Details: The engineer from Otis has been out and the lift is now fully operational. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 06/09/19 Details: We have been advised by the Council that unfortunately “the recycling service is severely behind at the moment”.  The Council have advised all residents to place all rubbish in the general bins for the moment.  Thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift  Date: 06/09/19 Details: Unfortunately the lift is not working again.  Otis have been called out by the Concierge and we have also followed up with a call to Otis first thing this morning.  This has been booked out under reference number WO1064642.  We have reiterated that this is urgent and Otis have confirmed that the engineer is fully aware on the priority.  Due to the issues that have been experienced and delays with engineer attendance, we are organising a meeting with the management of Otis. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift Update Date: 04/09/19 Details: We have received confirmation from the Concierge covering Eamonn that the engineer has been in attendance and the lift is now up and running.  We are addressing the time that it has taken to attend with the Senior Service Delivery Manager.   _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift Stuck Date: 04/09/19 Details: We have chased up Otis about repairing the lift.  Otis were unfortunately unable to confirm timescales as they could not get in touch with the engineer assigned to the job.  We have asked them to call us back as soon as they have confirmation on timescales.  also phoned the Senior Service Delivery Manager.  He is due to call us back as he was in a meeting at the time of our call.  We will keep you updated. 

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Heading: Lift Stuck Date: 03/09/19 Details: Further to the issue with the lift and the time it is taking for Otis to respond, we have also logged with the Senior Service Delivery Manager of Otis about the situation. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift Stuck Date: 03/09/19 Details: We have been chasing up Otis regarding their attendance for the lift.  We are advised that unfortunately they may not be in attendance today.  They are looking into the matter as we have expressed the urgency on this and we are awaiting a further update from them.  We will keep you updated as we hear further. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift Stuck Date: 03/09/19 Details: We have booked out Otis to attend to the one lift that is stuck on the basement floor.  This has been booked under their reference number WO1062358.  Otis have advised that they will get an engineer out as soon as possible. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Fire Door Issue Date: 03/09/19 Details: Contractors have been booked out to attend to the fire door on floor 5 which does not close properly.

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Heading: Gym Date: 23/08/19 Details: A new multi bench has been installed in the Gym. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Lift Date: 14/08/19 Details: Otis have now attended the lifts following a report that in lift 2 the lights have gone very dim.  They advise that there may be an issue with the power pack.  We are awaiting further feedback. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Gym Date: 13/08/19 Details: Following the annual gym inspection, can we ask residents not to use the Stairmaster Crossrobics Machine please.  This is an old piece of equipment and cannot be checked satisfactorily due to the age of the equipment.  We have instructed contractors to remove the machine but in the meantime, please do not use thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 31/07/19 Details: Eamonn (Concierge) will be on annual leave from 22nd August 2019.  He will be back on 9th September 2019.  Temporary Concierge cover will be in place during his absence. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 04/07/19 Details: We are advised by the Council that unfortunately they are still behind with recycling bin collections and the service re-design is still ongoing.  They advise that looking ahead they are starting to see better staffing levels and hopefully a return to consistency.  They do advise that from next week the service should improve but the main problem area they are experiencing at the moment is the recycling area.  In the meantime, residents are asked to ensure that all rubbish (including recycling) is placed in the general paladins provided when the recycling bins become full.  Please ensure that all rubbish is broken down.  Thank you. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Fire Alarm Test – Wednesday 24th July 2019 Date: 03/07/19 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 24^th July 2019.  You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause.  IMPORTANT – Residents of the 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd and 4^th Floors As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all the apartments on the above floors in order to test the detectors in each apartment.  Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamonn at all times. It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamonn so that we can access your apartment on the day.  If you have any queries, please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 – option 2.  Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Bin Store Date: 04/06/19 Details: A reminder to all residents that you are to organise yourself for large and bulky items to be removed by contacting Birmingham City Council. These items are NOT to be dumped in the bin store under any circumstances. We have received a report that a mattress and fridge have been dumped. The bin men will not collect these as part of their normal bin collection. If you become aware of anyone incorrectly dumping rubbish please do not hesitate to contact Compass direct on 0121 236 5757 option 2 thank you. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Window Cleaning Date: 22/05/19 Details: The window cleaners are booked to attend on 23rd and 24th May 2019. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Site Visit Date: 21/05/19 Details: A site visit was undertaken by the Property Manager and Director of the Management Company on Monday 20th May 2019.  The following points were identified and are being addressed:- a) Ground Floor Sliding Doors – contractors have been instructed to attend due to issues with the doors staying open for longer than they should b) Frontage to lift doors on the ground floor – looking to apply a film to make good the appearance of the doors c) A light is out on the 8th floor corridor d) Carpet to be glued down at the end of the corridor on the 8th floor e) Look at CCTV options for the roof terrace and ground floor rear access _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover – Friday 12th April 2019 Date: 08/04/19 Details: Please note that there will be no Concierge cover from 3.00pm on Friday 12th April 2019 only.  Apologies for any inconvenience caused.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Fire Alarm Test Date: 03/04/19 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 17^th April 2019.  You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause. IMPORTANT – RESIDENTS OF THE 2ND, 3RD AND 4TH FLOORS As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all the apartments on the above floors in order to test the detectors in each apartment.  Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamonn at all times. It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamonn so that we can access your apartment on the day. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Vehicular Gates Date: 01/04/19 Details: Following reports that there were problems with the vehicular gates at the weekend, the contractors were booked out and attended to the repair. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Security Date: 18/03/19 Details: Please be aware that from midday on Thursday 28th March 2019 the code to the front door will be changing.  Circulars are being sent to leaseholders and residents confirming the code information.  This code is NOT to be given to any guest or any other person to enter the building; this is to protect and add to the security of the building.  Thanking you for your co-operation. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Water Pump Cleaning Date: 13/03/19 Details: The water tank will be cleaned and the chlorination checked on Wednesday 5th June 2019.  This may cause a disruption to the water supply between 10.00am – 3.00pm whilst this service is carried out.  We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Window Cleaning Date: 12/03/19 Details: The window cleaners are booked to attend on 19th and 20th March 2019. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Issue with Right Hand Lift Date: 22/02/19 Details: The lift engineers have been booked out to attend following a report from Concierge that the right hand lift is not responding to the calls for the floors.  It is currently stuck on the ground floor.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 13/02/19 Details: We can confirm that the Council have attended to empty the recycling bins.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Concierge Cover – Friday 22nd February 2019 Date: 13/02/19 Details: Please note that there will be no Concierge cover from 12.00 noon on Friday 22nd February 2019 only. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Wednesday 27th February 2019 – Survey to External Building Date: 11/02/19 Details: Please note that a survey of the external building will take place on Wednesday 27th February 2019 for a period of approximately 2 weeks. Residents will therefore notice a qualified rope access team abseiling down the building during this time to carry out a visual and tactile inspection to all external elevations of the building. 

Heading: Roof Netting Date: 05/02/19 Details: Contractors have been on site to attend to the roof netting to make sure all in good order and secure. 

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 25/01/19 Details: Unfortunately, Eamonn will not be in today. We are expecting him back on Monday 28th January 2019. If you have any problems or queries today please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 (option 2) and ask to speak to either Judy or Jeremy. Thank you. 

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 24/01/19 Details: Unfortunately, Eamonn will not be in today. If you have any problems or queries please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 (option 2) and ask to speak to either Judy or Jeremy. Thank you. 

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 16/01/19 Details: We have been regularly chasing the Council for an update with regards to the issues with lack of collection of the recycling bins. We have today received the following advice from the Council : As industrial action is ongoing please use the refuse bins for the time being to avoid further issues. We will keep you updated as we hear further. 

Heading: Fire Seals & Strips to Doors Date: 11/01/19 Details: Contractors have attended to broken fire strips and seals on the doors. 

Heading: Application for Licence for Sexual Entertainment Venue Date: 09/01/19 Details: The Directors of the Management Company have brought to our attention that an application for a licence for “A Sexual Entertainment Venue” was submitted to Birmingham City Council on 18th December 2018. The venue is La Belle’s at 61 Newhall Street, Birmingham, B1 1DA (opening hours 20:00 hours to 06:00 hours) The Directors of the Management Company urge all owners and residents to make objections to this application due to the close proximity of the venue to Millennium Apartments and what is deemed to be inappropriate use. Birmingham City Council have advised that anyone wishing to make objections must do so in writing 28 days after the date of the application stating the grounds for the objection to:- Birmingham City Council Licensing Section PO Box 17013 Birmingham B6 9ES Email: [email protected] 

Heading: Fire Alarm Test Date: 07/01/19 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 16th January 2019. You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause. IMPORTANT – Residents of the 5th, 6th and 7th Floors As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all the apartments on the above floors in order to test the detectors in each apartment. Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamonn at all times. It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamonn so that we can access your apartment on the day. If you have any queries, please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 – option 2. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. 

Heading: Concierge Cover Date: 12/11/18 Details: There will be no Concierge cover from around 2.00pm today for the afternoon. 

Heading: Lift out of order Date: 06/11/18 Details: The lift engineers have been booked out to attend asap to the lift that is out of order. 

Heading: Ground Floor Toilet Area Date: 26/10/18 Details: Contractors have been booked to attend to the water pipe from the toilet area which is leaking and needs resealing. 

Heading: First Floor Fire Door Date: 17/10/18 Details: Contractors have fitted the replacement first floor fire door 

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 09/10/18 Details: We have spoken with the Council today who have confirmed that there is a city wide problem with the collection of the recycling bins. Can we ask that in the meantime residents dispose of all rubbish including their recycling rubbish in the general waste paladins provided. Please ensure that all cardboard is broken down to fit into the bin allowing for other residents to add items too. Please do not leave items outside of the bins as this will not be collected. Thanking you for your co-operation. 

Heading: Car Park Gates Date: 08/10/18 Details: The Concierge tried to reset the gates over the weekend. He has spoken direct with the contractors this morning and this has also been booked out via our online system for the contractors to attend to the gates asap. 

Heading: Recycling Bins and General Waste Date: 05/10/18 Details: We have been regularly chasing up the Council about the bins not being emptied. Unfortunately, we are not getting any positive response from them but we will keeping chasing them. We are experiencing the same issues with bins not being collected at other developments. In the meantime, the cleaning contractors have been instructed to clean up any overflowing rubbish outside of the bins. 

Heading: Metal Railings – Roof Date: 03/10/18 Details: The metal railings have been wire brushed and repainted with black metal paint. 

Heading: Door Stops Date: 03/10/18 Details: New door stops have been fitted as required by the Contractors. 

Heading: Fire Alarm Test Date: 01/10/18 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 24th October 2018. You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause. IMPORTANT – Residents of the 8th, 9th and 10th Floors As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all the apartments on the above floors in order to test the detectors in each apartment. Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamon at all times. It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamon so that we can access your apartment on the day. If you have any queries, please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 – option 2. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. 

Heading: Recycling Bins Date: 01/10/18 Details: We have been made aware that unfortunately the recycling bins were not emptied by the Council last week. We have been in touch the Council asking why they did not attend and that they attend to urgently. 

Heading: New signage Date: 26/09/18 Details: Artwork has been signed off and new signage in and around the development will be installed on Friday 28.09.18. 

Heading: Car Park gates not working Date: 20/09/18 Details: Contractors have been booked out to attend to the car park gates which are not closing. 

Heading: Damage to communal walls and ceilings Date: 19/09/18 Details: Contractors are booked to attend to redecorate the communal walls and ceilings outside Apartments 901 and 801 following a leak. 

Heading: Graffiti to Lift Date: 19/09/18 Details: Cleaners have reverted to confirm that unfortunately they have been unable to remove the graffiti within one of the lifts given that it has scratched into the panel. We have asked Jackson Lifts to attend to quote for a new panel. 

Heading: Cracked column Date: 12/09/18 Details: Concrete Renovations are due to attend today to inspect the cracked column located by P4 Millennium and provide their report. 

Heading: Lift Inspection Date: 12/09/18 Details: Lift inspection is due to take place on 18th September 2018 at 8.30am. 

Heading: First Floor Fire Door Date: 12/09/18 Details: Contractors have advised that there is a 6 week manufacturing time to replace the first floor fire door. 

Heading: Repair to wall on rear staircase Date: 12/09/18 Details: We have booked out contractors to quote to repair the peeling plasterwork to the rear staircase. 

Heading: Graffiti to Lift Date: 12/09/18 Details: We are aware that there is graffiti within one of the lifts. We have asked the cleaning company to attend to see if they can successfully remove without further damage being caused. 

Heading: Sensor Lighting Date: 03/09/18 Details: Contractors have attended to the first and second floor sensor lighting. 

Heading: Temporary Concierge Cover Date: 03/09/18 Details: Temporary concierge cover will remain in place until Eamonn’s return on 10th September 2018. 

Heading: Car Park Undercroft Date: 03/09/18 Details: Contractors have been booked out paint the undercroft to the car park ramp as paint is flaking off and falling onto vehicles. 

Heading: First Floor Fire Door Date: 03/09/18 Details: Contractors have been booked out to replace the broken first floor fire door. 

Heading: Roof Garden and Terrace Date: 17/07/18 Details: The contractors have installed timed lighting to the roof garden and terrace. 

Heading: Roof Garden and Terrace Date: 31/07/18 Details: We have received several reports about residents holding BBQs and smoking on the roof garden and terrace. Please note that BBQs are strictly prohibited as is smoking. Please do be considerate of other residents in the development certainly with noise into the early hours. Thanking you for your co-operation. 

Heading: Roof Garden and Terrace Date: 17/07/18 Details: The contractors have installed timed lighting to the roof garden and terrace. 

Heading: Fire Alarm Test Date: 02/07/18 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 18th July 2018. You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause. A circular will be sent out to all noting the requirement of access to apartments which include the first floor, ground floor and basements. 

Heading: Updates on maintenance works Date: 15/06/18 Details: Contractors have attended to the following matters:- (a) repair to keypad and car park gates (b) replace ground floor lighting at the rear (c) door stoppers put in place as identified by Concierge. 

Heading: For the attention of all leaseholders – car park remotes Date: 07/06/18 Details: Can we ask that all leaseholders hand in their infra red remote controls for the car park gates to Concierge by no later than Friday 15th June 2018. Concierge need to reprogram the controls for you for you to gain access. Thanking you for your co-operation. 

Heading: Roof Garden Date: 23/05/18 Details: Over the past few months, contractors have been attending to the roof garden and have freshened up the garden area, removed all rubbish, jetwashed the area, spread new red bark to the bedding areas, cut back the greenery, applied dark stain to all decking, beds, pots and benches, painted around garden pond and built new garden furniture. 

Heading: Maintenance following site inspection – 16th May 2018 Date: 18/05/18 Details: A site inspection was carried out on 16th May 2018 where various maintenance works were identified and contractors booked out to attend to these works which include: – Roof – metal walk way and rail will be brushed down and painted – 1st Floor lighting – tripping out / not working despite being attended to recently – contractor will come back out to look into and repair – Cleaners booked to clear debris from first floor inner courtyard roof – Fencing will be painted in roof garden to match box that surrounds the pond – Bins will be provided for the roof garden – Looking at installing timed lighting to roof garden and solar power lights for planting beds – Contractor advice being sought to remedy the degrading / cracking to the upper car park surface – Contractor advice being sought with regards to the lower car park undercroft which is rusting and paint is flaking off – Contacting BT with regards to the gulley that runs to the side of the car park ramp on the BT Tower side which is full of rubbish and needs to be cleared by BT to keep drain channel open – Sensor lighting to be added to bike / store cupboard – Ground floor rear staircase entry to floor light to be repaired – Brushes at the base of the revolving door in reception need to be replaced – contacting contractor to attend 

Heading: Terrace Area Date: 30/04/18 Details: The terrace has been jetwashed, new bark laid and a couple of coats of wood stain have been applied. Further works will be carried out once the weather improves. 

Heading: Terrace Area Date: 25/04/18 Details: The garden and terrace area is currently being cleaned and jetwashed. Weather permitting the decking will be stained 26th April 2018. 

Heading: Bike Store Date: 18/04/18 Details: A reminder to all who use the bike store to please turn off the light after using the store thank you. 

Heading: Disruption to Water Supply on Monday 16th April 2018 Date: 05/04/18 Details: Please note that the annual water tank chlorination will be taking place on Monday 16th April 2018. As a result, the water supply to your apartments will be turned off for approximately 4 hours while the chlorination takes place. Please be prepared for this disruption. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your co-operation and understanding. 

Heading: Gym Equipment Date: 10/04/18 Details: We have been made aware that the pedal to the bicycle in the gym has broken. We are liaising with contractors to repair. 

Heading: Terrace & Outdoor Furniture Date: 10/04/18 Details: Contractors are booked to attend to jet wash and paint the terrace area. This will be undertaken once the weather improves. New outside furniture has also been purchased and delivered. These will be put out once works are complete. 

Heading: Quarterly Fire Alarm Test Date: 04/04/18 Details: Please note that we will be carrying out a quarterly fire alarm test on Wednesday 18th April 2018. You may hear the fire alarm sound briefly during the day and we apologise in advance for any disturbance that this might cause. IMPORTANT – Residents of the 2nd 3rd and 4th Floor As part of this test, the engineer will require access to all the apartments on the above floors in order to test the detectors in each apartment. Each check, assuming that nothing is found to be wrong, will take a few minutes and the engineer will be supervised by Eamon at all times. It is very important that these detectors are properly checked and we would be grateful if residents would liaise with Eamon so that we can access your apartment on the day. If you have any queries, please contact Compass Block Management on 0121 236 5757 – option 2. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. 

Heading: Lower Basement Car Park Date: 16/03/18 Details: Please note that with effect from Thursday 22nd March 2018, the lower basement car park entrance and exit will be closed for approximately one week due to redecoration works. The bins will be temporarily located just outside the car park. Please note that the basement lift will also be out of use during this time. 

Heading: Car Park Date: 09/03/18 Details: The LED lighting to the car park has been completed and the rubber covering to the barriers added. 

Heading: Property Inspection Date: 09/03/18 Details: A site inspection was carried out by Marcel Woodhouse and the Directors of Millennium. Various areas / issues have been raised. We are working with the Directors and contractors to address these areas. Please do not hesitate to report online if you do experience any issues also. We will of course continue to keep you updated via this site. Many thanks. 

Heading: New bike store Date: 07/03/18 Details: The new bike store will be available for use from Thursday 15th March 2018. The new bike store is located by the bin store. 

Heading: New bike store Date: 07/03/18 Details: Please ensure that all bikes held in the old bike storage racks are removed by Wednesday 14th March 2018 and relocated to the new bike store. Thank you. 

Heading: Seagulls Date: 07/03/18 Details: Given the issues that are experienced in the City Centre with seagulls, netting is to be put in place at Millennium. We are currently awaiting confirmation on attendance from the contractors. 

Heading: Water Pumps Date: 02/03/18 Details: Contractors have been on site today building a heated housing unit to protect the pumps against the severe weather conditions. 

Heading: No Water Update Date: 02/03/18 Details: Following attendance by contractors yesterday, water has now been restored. 

Heading: No Water Update Date: 01/03/18 Details: As you will have noted the water supply has been interrupted. This is down to the poor weather conditions. The water supply has been re-established but the water pressure is low and will remain so with the inclement weather. Please use the water as sparingly as possible in the meantime. You may notice that water pressure reduces more at certain times and this will be down to other apartments using the water at the same time. If you do experience this, we recommend you try the water again after a little while. We are working with contractors to get this situation resolved as quickly as possible. 

Heading: No Water Date: 01/03/18 Details: Latest update to confirm that there appears to be an issue with the water pumps. The contractors for the pumps will be on site to investigate at around midday today. 

Heading: No Water Date: 01/03/18 Details: Unfortunately, there is no water currently at Millennium. We have been in touch with Severn Trent and all relevant parties / checking pumps to get the matter resolved as quickly as possible for you. 

Heading: Gritting Date: 26/02/18 Details: With the chance of frost and snow, the contractor has attended to spread grit and fill up the grit bin. 

Heading: Tile Replacement in Reception Date: 22/02/18 Details: A contractor has been assigned to replace the specialist ceiling tile in reception (which incorporates a smoke head). 

Heading: Painting of Ground Floor Car Park Date: 22/02/18 Details: Works will commence shortly (weather permitting in particular with no wind) to paint the ground floor car park.  Heading: Roof Repair to Lift Motor Room Date: 22/02/18 Details: The repair to the Lift Motor Room has now been undertaken.  Heading: LED Lighting to Car Park Date: 22/02/18 Details: Most of the LED lighting has now been installed with the exception of 3 lights and these will be installed once access is available as cars are currently in place and will need removing to carry out the works. Concierge is overseeing also for car removal. 

Heading: New Bike Store Date: 22/02/18 Details: A new bike store will be available shortly. Further details to follow as contractors have been assigned to attend. 

Heading: New Bike Store Date: 29/01/18 Details: We are in the design phase with regards to a new bike store. 

Heading: Seagulls Date: 29/01/18 Details: A surveyor has been instructed to look a methods of defence against seagulls. 

Heading: Lifts Date: 29/01/18 Details: Installation and works for the new lifts are nearly finished.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Heading: Car Park Lighting Date: 29/01/18 Details: The car park lighting is to be replaced with LED lighting. 

Heading: Fire Signage Date: January 2018 Details: The fire hydrant signage has been corrected. 

Heading: Repainting Work Date: January 2018 Details: You will have noticed that the ceiling has been repainted in the reception area. 

Heading: Wall in Car Park Date: January 2018 Details: A block work wall has been erected in the ground floor car park. 

Heading: Roof Repair Date: January 2018 Details: The roof repair has been carried out to stop water ingress to the left hand elevation.  _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heading: Periodic Fire Alarm Maintenance Date: 13/09/17 Details: The 3 month periodic fire alarm maintenance will be carried out today. There will be minimal disruption to residents.