What’s happening?
Our fitness center is one of the building’s most valuable amenities—and it’s long overdue for renovation and updated equipment. The good news: the community already has a thoughtful, resident-driven plan, shaped over nearly two years by a dedicated task force. The bad news: the Board has blocked progress and taken control of the project without transparency or a clear plan.
At the July 7, 2025 Board working session, it became clear they are now attempting to cut corners and reduce costs—without the necessary expertise—and despite the fact that the existing proposal from the task force is:
- Based on resident input and is appropriate for users of all ages and abilities
- Vetted by multiple certified fitness and fitness equipment experts
- Inclusive of high-quality equipment and fitness education tools
- Less cost than the amount allocated in the HOA reserve study
This is not just about equipment—it’s about respecting resident input, protecting shared investments, and ensuring the space serves our full community for years to come.
Why should I care?
Even if you never set foot in the fitness center, you should care—because this is about far more than gym equipment. A well-designed, modern fitness space built to last 25+ years increases the value, appeal, and competitiveness of our building. It benefits every owner by protecting our shared investment and attracting future buyers and residents.
This project has been part of the financial plan for years, and the cost is modest compared to the long-term payoff—for both quality of life and property value.
More importantly, this is about governance. Once again, the Board has overridden the work of a resident-led task force—ignoring two years of research, expert consultation, and community feedback—in favor of what appears to be personal preference. Worse, they’ve used dismissive and controlling tactics to silence the task force and prevent residents from seeing the full picture.
This is about accountability, transparency, and who gets to shape the future of our community.