Mather Management Services
275 Ainslie Street South
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 3L3
Phone: (519) 620-8778
Toll Free: 1-877-384-7035
Fax: (519) 620-8558
Email:info@mathermanagement.com
Newsletter - Winter 2011
The past year has been a very busy one!
We have had lots of personnel changes within Mather Management this year.
New to Mather are Stefanie Madill, Property Manager and Jenna Lane, Administrative Assistant.
Serving the condominium industry for the last twenty years has certainly been both an honour and a privilege. As we look forward to the next twenty years we stand proud of our past and look forward to our future.
Mather Management continues to prosper and grow. We now have a total of 85 sites with just under 4000 units. We also have five future developments in the works as well.
The turnover meetings for these new sites are expected to be held within the next few months!
We understand that condominium management is not merely about bricks and mortar and balance sheets — its most important component is it’s people. It is from this understanding Mather Management delivers unparalleled service. Our mission is to meet the needs of each community and exceed the expectations of the individual. Our team provides dedication, commitment and good old-fashioned hard work that enables us to deliver the highest possible level of condominium management services to our valued clients.
Accurate, timely financial reporting is absolutely essential to successful property management and at Mather Management, we are proud to state that every single auditor that has reviewed the records maintained by our firm stands as a willing reference.
At Mather Management we are extremely proud of our past and excited about our future. We would welcome the opportunity to meet with your Board of Directors to discuss the management needs of your condominium.
Pam Mather
President
Mather Management Services
It’s That Time of Year Again…
One of the major benefits to living in a condominium is the convenience of the snow removal services provided. Unfortunately, not everyone can be the first to have his/her snow removed. As the agreements with the contractors state, there must be a minimum of 5 cm of falling snow from the beginning to the end of a snowfall for the snow to be removed. Also, contractors have up to eight hours to come and remove your snow. Remember to be patient, and the contractors will come and remove your snow as soon as they can.
Some questions and concerns have arisen with the use of salt for meting ice. One concern is that it will damage the cement. Our contractors tell us that this is true if the cement has been laid for less than 3 months. Otherwise, it is safe to use salt on your sidewalk.
Another concern is the damaging effects salt can have on the environment. It is important to remember that for insurance purposes, something must be done to prevent injuries, like those caused by slipping and falling. A good alternative to salt is calcium chloride, commercially known as ‘ice melt’. It is a bit more expensive, but it is fast acting. The specs suggest that it does not damage grass and works up to –30C. The amount of salt spread is determined by current and potential weather conditions at the discretion of the snow removal company, as it is their liability and yours that is at risk.
If you have concerns regarding your snow removal, please feel free to contact the office and speak to your Property Manager. Our Receptionist, Wendy, will be happy to direct your call if you are unsure of who manages your Property.
Wishing everyone a Safe and Happy Holiday Season from Mather Management Services!
Carolin Hodges
Editor, Newsletter
Accounting Manager
Spread the word, not the salt
The arrival of winter brings lots of good things: the dazzle of sunlight reflected on freshly fallen snow, the sight of children building a snowman, and action-packed winter sports.
But it also brings winter salt - lots of it. And while a salty buildup on boots or pants legs can by annoying, the impact it has on our groundwater supply is much worse. Excessive salt can leach into the ground – and into our drinking water – when the snow melts.
If you see a private roadway, parking lot or sidewalk that has been over-salted, let the property owner know about the smart about salt program. The smart about salt program educates large-scale salt users on how to ensure both winter safety and the protection of our drinking water by better managing their salt use.
Remember: when there’s too much salt being spread, just spread the word. So we can all be smart about salt.
Carolin Hodges
Editor, Newsletter
Accounting Manager
