Welcome to the official website of the Unified Board candidates for Pompano Beach Club South
A board of directors which is comprised of professionals of diverse backgrounds and a shared commitment to collaboration presents a promising future for our association. With their collective expertise and a dedication to working together harmoniously, this aligned leadership can foster a more constructive and productive environment.
By prioritizing open communication, mutual respect, and a unified vision, the board candidates listed on this website are all poised to steer the association towards success, driving innovation, and fostering sustainable growth for the benefit of all stakeholders.
"A unified board is a productive board."

This website is managed by the following owners

Melinda Sutton
As the current President of the Pompano Beach Club Association, I have been and will continue to be committed to serving in the best interest of the unit owners and assuring that our building is properly maintained. My ability to interact instead of reacting, accept challenges and persevere has been demonstrated repeatedly during my tenure. These attributes along with the dedication of my fellow officers have contributed to the many accomplishments that have been made. There is still much to be done. With your continued support, by voting for me in the upcoming election, as well as voting for others like me that have the integrity to base their decisions on what is best for the long- term good of our building rather than their own personal agendas, we will be able to achieve these goals. It has been and will continue to be a privilege to serve if given the opportunity to do so.

Suzan Machado
Serving as your Treasurer for the last two years has afforded me the opportunity to contribute to my community in a positive way. While much has been accomplished, much remains to be done. I hope ot continue the progress that has been achieved through hard work and dedication despite the obstacles that have been placed in my path. I have been working on a long-term plan to place our association on firm financial footing, and I would like the opportunity to see it through. Our building is undergoing many changes. While I understand that change is scary, it is necessary. The policies and practices that have been put into place over the last 23 months have ensured that we are on track to be compliant with all new laws by the mandated deadlines. It has not been an easy process, but it has been well worth it to see our community advance. Although I have a degree in Finance and run a successful business with my husband, I am continuously striving to make myself better. I attend Webinars almost every week to keep myself up to date with al new legislation pertaining to condominiums, as well as taking advantage of classes on construction and project management. Under my watch, I have used this knowledge to update our reserve study, secure our accounts through Internal Cash Sweep programs which increase our FDIC coverage, been involved in negotiations with contractors, and bring our website into compliance by posting al documents required by law. The last item greatly contributes to transparency in that ALL owners have access to bank balances, income statements, contracts, and other financials 24 hours a day at their convenience. It has been my pleasure to serve. Many say it is a thankless job, but I truly feel that is not the case. I have met so many wonderful people and had the opportunity to work with a great group of officers that have supported me and made me better. I ask that you support me, also, by allowing me another year to represent you and our community. Together we are better!!

James "Jay" Tilley
It's been a privilege to serve you since June 2022. Together, we've made the hard decisions putting our building and community on track as a great place to live now and into the future. It's not been easy as we've faced communications and life priority challenges as 307 owners find a way to compromise to live in a single building. As part of a committed board, we've focused on using our experience and expertise to provide the best value to you – the owners we serve. I'm privileged to offer my skills and breadth of experience to the Association including executive management, project management, operations management, construction/building experience and practicing engineer to serve you to maintaining and improving the building and its quality of life. As an executive and engineer currently managing two successful technology companies, I believe I have the business, financial and technical experience to benefit the owners of PBCS. My experiences include: - Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Sanborn Map company overseeing global operations and 200+ employees for $50 million company for 10 years - Chief engineer for several spacecraft systems produced and launched by Digital Globe as a Startup company now valued at over $2B - Air Force certified Program Manager with financial management responsibilities for $500M+ complex space and aerospace systems - Custom Home Builder and General Contractor - Vice President of Contracts for a Federal Contractor (DoD/Intel) - US Air Force Academy Graduate and Officer - Professional Engineer with specialties in systems engineering, electro-optics, electrical engineering, and IT/software engineering (BSEE, MSEE) - Currently managing a drone services company that produces structural analysis of commercial and residential buildings - Previous PBCS Board Member My goal for PBCS is to make sure every dollar spent improves and preserves our building value. We want a safe and affordable home we can be proud of and share with our friends and family in this beautiful coastal city. There's a lot of work to do to continue the outstanding efforts of the current board, and I look forward to working with all of you.

Gary Edwards
As a current board member I am seeking re-election to the Pompano Beach Club South Association Board of Directors. For those that don't know me and as a refresher for those who do a little about myself. I retired from Delta Airlines after a 43-year career overseeing over 4000 daily flights from our Operations Control Center. My wife Rebecca (Becky) and I have been coming here since 1979 and currently own two apartments. We are obviously committed to preserving and enhancing PBCS. After an occasionally tumultuous year we were able to successfully address the most critical challenge in our building's history, the 50-year recertification. This required work began in January but there is much more work to do. We need to oversee the reconstruction process, finish up ELSS, landscaping and beautification once the heavy work is complete, among others. More importantly is the need to restore civility and harmony to our community. In my introduction letter last year, I stated: "As in all communal living there have been and will continue to be differences of opinion; that will never change. What must change is how we collaborate and come together as a community with a common goal." Let's try that again! Thank you for your time reading this and I kindly ask for your support as together we make our home safe, clean, and beautiful.

Brad Laney
As a relatively new full-time owner I'm committed to helping ensure the financial and physical health of our building and maximizing the enjoyment and value for my fellow owners. I have significant board experience having sat on multiple condo, corporate, and non-profit boards, and I currently own and take part in several businesses. I seek to bring my experience, professionalism, and long-term planning skills to help put our building back on track. As a prior board member at the Helmut Jahn designed 600 North Fairbanks in Chicago I was elected to the turnover board in 2008. I was re-elected multiple times and remained on the board until I sold my condo in 2011. I'm diligent, organized, and compassionate, and I look forward to making a positive contribution to the collective ownership of Pompano Beach Club South.

Nella Paolozza
I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for a position on the governing board of the Pompano Beach Club South, with a commitment to serving our community and advancing its interests. In acknowledging the current condition of our building and connected properties, my goal is to work collaboratively with the board members and management to ensure effective decision-making in order to continuously make PBC a safe and great place to live. My husband and I purchased our first unit here in 2021. We loved PBC and the community so much that we purchased two other units (one in the north tower) and are happy to call this place our home. I feel it is essential to be a unified community and to restore PBC's ailing structure. The current "leading officers" of the board have made incredible progress and achieved what was long overdue; Signing contracts and finally getting work started on much needed repairs and restorations that have been neglected for too many years (which financially now, we are all feeling the effects of) and ultimately getting The South and North Tower boards and management to work together as a community with common goals and interests. I am president/co-owner and have been for over 25 years of a company that specializes in property acquisitions and rentals (industrial, commercial, & residential) and also specializes in equipment leasing. I have also recently acquired and help manage a sandwich shop with my husband, here in Pompano Beach. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong work ethic and dedication to expanding my company's portfolio of assets including properties and other businesses. I handle and manage all properties and all sales and acquisitions. Exposure to various businesses and industries has led me to focus on many different aspects from; accounting (budgeting, bookkeeping, taxes, financial statements, account reconciliations, payroll, etc.) contract negotiations, dealing with lawyers, accountants, bankers, staff, customers, tenants and contractors to adhering with government rules and regulations. I bring a diverse set of skills and perspectives to this candidacy and am committed to upholding the highest standards of governance, transparency, and accountability. I believe in fostering an environment where every voice is heard and decisions are made collaboratively for the betterment of our community. Integrity, transparency, and inclusivity are the cornerstones of my approach to governance. I believe in open communication, building consensus, and making decisions that reflect the best interests and safety of our community, our building, our investments and most importantly, our homes. I stand in the hopes of being elected and having the opportunity to work with the current leading officers of the board that are united in moving forward with the positive and necessary changes they have worked so hard and diligently to implement. With your support, I am confident that together, we can achieve great things and ensure a bright future for generations to come. Thank you for considering my candidacy.

Vincent Trubiani
My wife and I have been owners here since 2017. We have thoroughly enjoyed being here and have made so many new friends! I hold a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. I have over 50 years of experience in both commercial and residential construction. I have owned and managed my own construction firm for the last 35 years. In light of the major construction issues we all are currently dealing with, I feel that my work experience in construction provides me with a unique perspective and would allow me to be a help to my fellow condo owners.
Our Code and Platform
This group of experienced board members takes the responsibility of representing the owners of Pompano Beach Club South very seriously. We commit to the following code and principles:
Transparency
Ensure open and honest communication about decisions, challenges, and opportunities.
Accountability
Hold ourselves and fellow board members accountable for their actions and decisions.
Inclusivity
Promote diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the Association's operations.
Financial Stewardship
Manage the Association's finances prudently and responsibly.
Member Engagement
Actively seek and value input from owner, ensuring all voices are heard.
Collaboration
Foster partnerships and collaborations with other organizations and stakeholders, including the North Tower.
Innovation
Encourage creativity and innovation in addressing challenges and exploring new opportunities.
Ethical Conduct
Uphold the highest standards of ethics and integrity in all dealings.

As candidates for the board we proposed the following projects
In addition to the current projects being managed by the current board's Executive Team, the following projects are among the top priorities for these board candidates in the coming year. For more information visit our FAQs (coming soon), or if you have questions, click here.
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1. Update Our Condo Docs
Our Condo Docs have not been overhauled in more than 50 years and require significant updates in order to align with current laws and standards.
Aside from being severely outdated, the current clause for Termination of Condominium makes it too easy for a nefarious developer to come in and take over. This must be addressed immediately to protect our owners and the Association.
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Along with the updates, all condo docs will be digitized and searchable via the PBCS owners' website.
2. New Security and Surveillance System
An inspection of our current security camera system was performed last year, and our system is outdated and inadequate for our current and future security needs.
In addition, a new law in Florida went into effect on March 24, 2023 requires us to comply by January 1, 2025. The compliance section of the new law, "768.0706 - Multifamily residential property safety and security; presumption against liability" reads as follows:
By January 1, 2025, the owner or principal operator of a multifamily residential property has a crime prevention through environmental design assessment that is no more than 3 years old completed for the property. Such assessment must be performed by a law enforcement agency or a Florida Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Practitioner designated by the Florida Crime Prevention Training Institute of the Department of Legal Affairs. The owner or principal operator must remain in substantial compliance with the assessment for purposes of this paragraph.
More information can be found here: http://cpted.mapc.org
We have already put together the specifications for a new system and obtained several proposals. The Association has the funds needed to get up to code in our reserve fund, and Breezeline has committed to working with us on the installation of the system.
By complying with the law and implementing the professional recommendations our Association cannot be held legally responsible for any crimes covered under this law. In real terms, this means that if someone is attacked on our property e.g. the parking garage they cannot sue the Association for damages as long as we have followed this crime prevention protocol. One of the key elements to compliance is the new security camera system.
3. Electronic Voting
With many owners living elsewhere for the majority of the year, electronic voting would allow for greater participation among those owners. Florida Statute 718.128 outlines the regulations regarding online voting, as well as the requirements for such voting. In addition to creating more engagement and greater efficiency, this will save the Association thousands of dollars on printing, postage, and election monitors.
In addition, a Board Member Electronic Voting and Communication Policy needs to be established in order to enable the Board to conduct business in a timely manner when board members are out of town during Board votes.
It's important to note that a large part of the reason that our Association and its owners are in the situation we're in and have faced so many special assessments recently is due to lack of planning for the future by some of the prior board of directors.
The board candidates on this website will not let that happen to you again. We are a group of professionals who are here to get our building back on track physically, financially, and in compliance with current and pending laws.
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We are here to do the right thing by protecting ALL owners and ensuring our building stays healthy and vibrant well into the future.

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