Hi to all residents of Somerset gardens and a special welcome to the newcomers.
Spring is here and spring blooms, bird songs, April showers sprinkled with sunny, balmy days should be upon us soon...yes?
We would like to take this opportunity to provide a few bits of helpful information.
Recycling - As part of the city’s recycling program, on the South side of the building in the ground parking lot, sits a yellow bin for your paper and cardboard; also, in the sheltered area on the West side, sits a grey bin for your glass, cans and hard plastics (plastic bags not accepted). For more details, visit http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/garbage-and-recycling. Large items should be placed by the curb near the waste bin before 7 am every second Wednesday, starting April 17. If your item is good enough to recycle, check http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/garbage-and-recycling/garbage-collection/waste-explorer for suggestions.
You can also help contribute to our bottle fund by bringing your empty beer, wine and spirit bottles to our blue recycling bins located in the elevator corridor in the parking garage.
Filters - Note that your clothes dryer has two sets of filters that should be inspected and cleaned on a regular basis: one is located in the dryer and the other is above the false ceiling over the dryer. The same applies for the filter of your HVAC system. This one should be replaced every three months and is located behind a metal panel on the living room wall close to your patio doors. Keeping the fan on when the heat or AC is off, will not only improve air quality in your unit, it will also isolate you from most of the traffic and night life sounds.
Noise, Smoke and Security - Since we share a confined space and our goal is to maximize everyone’s feeling of security and well-being, please keep your neighbours in mind where noise or smoke is concerned. The common areas, including the outdoor rooftop patio, are smoke-free areas. Be mindful not to let your doors bang. The BBQ and roof garden is meant to be shared. Ensure that the common doors latch behind you.
Bike racks and Selling - Contact us if you need an indoor bike rack. Outdoor racks are first come, firt serve. If selling your unit, remind your real estate agents not to fix lock boxes to the front railings; these should be located in the sheltered area of the ground garage.
This is a great place to live. We look forward to meeting you. Feel free to contact us (Paula, Susan, Peggy, Kaming, Germain) at somersetgardens@live.com. or the property manager, Liz Marples at lmarples@condogroup.ca