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COMMUNITY NEWS MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Safety in unity:
stronger together
Slowly but surely, life in our city is
marching back to normalcy – and it’s
our responsibility to ensure we take
the precautions that support our
government’s tireless efforts.
While you wear masks and practice
social distancing, we urge you to
remember the below guidelines.
1. Household staff must wear their
masks properly (covering their
nose and mouth) at all times in
the community.
2. Gathering of staff members from
different households in the
common areas is not permitted.
3. Social distancing of at least 3
metres must be adhered to at all
times in common areas.
4. Personal items like bicycles, shoes,
and strollers should not be left
outside the home.
To ensure a safe environment for
everyone, staff members found to be in
repeated violation of these guidelines
will be asked to leave the amenity.
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
A desk to impress!
It’s probably the most common
feature of waiting areas around the
world, and yet the best opportunity to
make a striking first impression – we’re
talking about the humble reception
desk!
That’s why we’ve just retouched the
one in your community, to restore all
its glory.
• The tan brown granite slabs are
naturally reflective, but we buffed
them up with stone wax just to add
that extra lustre.
• The meranti wood accents got a
fresh coat of lacquer – in addition to
the gleam, it also protects the wood
from wear-and-tear.
P.S. Did you know that your
community’s concierge is always at
hand if you need any assistance
booking a cab, unloading your
shopping or requesting a service? Just
call 056 680 9332.
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Rain-proofing your
community
We just built a number of new drain
channels across your community this
quarter – here’s all you need to know
on its works.
• With asphalt and concrete covering
all the natural substrate, drains are
our only line of defense against
downpours.
• Towers in your community are
mostly covered with flat surfaces
where water can pool and overflow.
Drains on roofs and podium levels
prevent that, channeling all the water
into dedicated storm-water lines.
• The run-off travels through a series
of pipes to the marina’s bay, where
it’s drained into the open water.
• Unlike sewer lines, there’s no
filtration or treatment in
storm-water lines – that’s why you
should never throw cigarette butts,
food wrappers or other pollutants
in there!
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
All set for the 2021
squash season!
Spare a thought for the walls of your
squash court – they’re pounded
hundreds of times a day with rubber
balls travelling at over 150 km/h!
Did you know that over time, rubber
deposits from the ball begin to build
up on the wall, reducing bounce and
consistency? That’s why we decided to
repaint the courts with a new layer of
paint – and it isn’t ordinary paint!
• The old paint is first stripped off,
while plaster is applied to cracked or
chipped patches.
• Once the plaster has completely
dried, a primer layer is applied to the
walls. This needs to be done
extremely carefully to ensure there
are no blisters.
• Finally, a specially formulated
thermoplastic paint is applied – this
ensures that the ball always retains
the right speed and bounce.
Ready to play? Log into
dubaimarina.ae to book the court.
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Blankets in summer?
These pipes need
them!
With summer months on the way,
we’ve been working behind the scenes
to prepare your community for the
upcoming blaze – over 2,400 metres of
piping in your community has been
freshly insulated!
• The insulation comprises two layers:
a thick, foam-based inner layer helps
prevent heat from entering the pipes.
• The outer layer is made with a
combination of paper and foil – this
helps reflect heat and also provides
a seal against vapour loss.
• The insulation process have a
massive impact on maintenance
expenses, slashing costs and
improving efficiency by as much
as 25%!
• Over time, the insulation naturally
wears down – re-insulation is usually
carried out every 3-6 years.
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Kids’ Origami Contest
Are you the master of fashioning things out of paper? From sprawling castles to little animals,
go ahead and show us what you’ve bent, tucked and folded into life – the best entries win an
exciting prize!
Send us two photographs of yourself beside your creation before 05 May, to events@ecm.ae
along with your name, address and mobile number.
Open to kids below 15.
Congratulations to our winning ‘ginger builders’ – your lovely
gingerbread homes look like the perfect cozy retreat for the
gingerbread man!
Thomas Vihaana Jia
Mira 4, Reem The Springs, Emirates Living Al Reem 2, Arabian Ranches
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
PESTS LOVE IT WHEN YOU DO THIS
What happens: What to do:
Odours linger in the common areas for hours, even after the mess Ensure the bags are tied securely, so there’s no spillage.
is removed. The stench can permeate nearby homes too.
Pests are attracted to the free spread, releasing pheromones that Be mindful of sharp items - they may hurt the handlers too.
attract even more critters. The pheromone trails within walls can
last months.
Always throw the bag down the chute – never leave them
on the floor.
Leaks or overflowing bags can spill on the floor, causing stains
and visibly disfiguring the community’s aesthetics.
All touchpoints in your community including the garbage room Do not stuff too much into one bag, as it may cause blockage
door handle and chute handle are sanitised every two hours with a of the chute.
Dubai Municipality-approved disinfectant.
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
P-leash follow
this rule!
Your community loves pets. We
understand that they’re an important
member of your family. But when it
comes to walking them in the
community, we must insist on leashes.
Let’s tell you why a leash is important:
1. Consideration – Elderly residents,
young children, individuals with
allergies and others might be
intimidated by pets’ exploratory
behaviour.
2. Safety – Startled pets may suddenly
run onto roads without warning or
cross paths with cyclists, which is a
major safety hazard.
3. Health – Wandering pets might
nibble on landscaping – but a number
of plants native to the city are not
friendly to pets’ tummies.
4. It is the law – Walking a dog without
a leash is punishable with a fine of
AED 10,000. Fines can reach AED
100,000 if the pet is involved in
an attack.
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
We’re coming for –
your junk!
Wondering how you can get rid of that
worn-out couch or broken treadmill?
You can now get it picked up right
from your doorstep – for AED 0!
We’ve partnered up with two service
providers to help you get rid of any
unwanted bulky waste that you’re
having a hard time eliminating.
• You can call either Take My Junk on
800 JUNK (5865) or Remove My Junk
on 055 549 1122.
• Things they’ll pick up for free include
furniture, kitchenware, exercise
equipment, electronics, bicycles,
carpets, cardboards and more.
• Things you’ll have to pay to get
picked up include green waste,
construction waste, broken
wood/glass, and sun-damaged items.MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Up close & personal
with Niresh
He’s the man who ensures that all the essential
processes in your community are running without a
hitch. We caught up with Niresh Selvam from India,
who has been your community’s facilities manager
for three years.
Why he loves it here: “I always learn something new
every day at my job, and that is a very rewarding
experience – and whenever I meet the residents
they are so friendly and kind.”
What a typical day’s like: “I’m a huge movie fan so I spend most of my free time watching the
latest hits. On the weekends me and a few friends will usually go out for dinner to a nice restaurant.”
On his family back home: “My parents have visited Dubai once and absolutely loved the city –
even my relatives keep talking about the Burj Khalifa! I am happy that I make all of them proud.”
His ambitions and dreams: “I have always wanted to be a manager and I know it takes a lot of
experience and hard work, so I try to keep improving my knowledge. Hopefully I will be able to
reach a level that gives me a promotion.”
His plans for 2021: “It is my dream to bring my parents for one night at a five-star hotel this year
so I am waiting for travel restrictions to become better, hopefully by the end of the year!”MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Can you crack our
crossword?
1
Put on your thinking caps and try to work your way through the
clues. The first five to solve the crossword win exciting prizes! Send 2 3
your answers to events@ecm.ae with your full name, address and
mobile number before 05 May. 4
Down 5
1. The watchful guardian at your pools.
2. The perfect spot for a mini-garden, but not for storing boxes.
3. Create this online before heading for a sports court.
4. A luxurious stone that's abundant in your community's entrance.
7. The long metal tube you feed with your household rubbish.
8. We've replaced most of the regular lights with them.
6 7 8
Across
5. The tiny room that carries you up and down.
6. The planet smiles when you do this!
9. Probably the most excitable family members!
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THE HOME AID BOX
Q. One of the electrical outlets in my unit is not
working. How do I fix it?
1. Check if it is connected to a wall switch that may have not been
turned on.
2. Once this is determined, inspect the circuit
breakers and reset any that may have turned off.
3. A blown fuse may have also disrupted power to
the outlet.
Do not attempt to insert any long artifacts into the
outlet – call a reliable electrician if you are unable to
resolve the problem.MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
JUST DIY IT
SPOTLESS VACUUMS, INSIDE AND OUT
It helps you keep your home spotless, but when does the vacuum get its own wash?
1 2
Here’s how you can get through this 15-minute task.
Empty the main Use a pair of scissors
chamber/canister and use to cut free any hair,
a disinfectant solution to string or yarn trapped
wipe the inside clean. in the beater bar.
3 4
Wipe the fabric If your vacuum
beneath the beater bar contains filters, make
with a microfibre fabric. sure you remove and
rinse them.
5
Add a couple of drops of
essential oil to a cotton
ball and pop it in your
vacuum’s canister for a
fresh scent every time
you clean.MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
MARINA PROMENADE ISSUE 1 2021 COMMUNITY NEWS
Useful numbers
Fire 997
Ambulance 998
Police 999
Al Ameen 800 4888
Dubai Municipality 800 900
Taxi (RTA) 800 9090
DEWA 991
Emaar Toll Free 800 EMAAR
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