The board of directors recently voted to add additional cameras to the property, this was an alternative to installing a gate at the entrance to the property that failed to garner the votes needed to move forward. While the addition of the cameras is a great plan the execution unfortunately was flawed, outdoor CCTV cameras should optimally be installed in the 7-8 foot height range so they are out of reach of vandals and get a wide view. Our cameras were installed onto rotten wood light poles and some directly facing automobiles severely limiting the viewing range. Unfortunately just a few weeks past installation one of the poles is already been taken down in front of the Tara building. Now the association must pay additional money to get them re-installed a second time. This is poor planning and wasteful expense. Who advised the board on the camera placement? Or did the board president unilaterally make the decision with out seeking professional guidance? This project cost upward of 10k or more, re-work is very costly to the owners.
