Second Request
On Thu, Jul 16, 2026 at 4:03 PM Aram James
wrote:
> Hi Meg,
>
> 1. When was the last seismic-earthquake inspection completed on the
> Southwood properties?
>
> 2. Has one ever been done on the property at Southwood according to your
> records?
>
> 3. If so, will you forward the seismic report my way?
>
> I am glad the most recent fire inspection completed by the Palo Alto Fire
> Department on July 14, 2026, was satisfactory. However, I think you would
> agree that a fire inspection is NOT the same as an earthquake/seismic
> inspection.
>
> Given the age of the Southwood complex, approximately 40 years old, I
> continue to request a full seismic-earthquake inspection be completed in a
> timely fashion-consistent with best practices.
>
> Southwood has approximately 100 units with approximately 250 residences.
> Given our proximity to major earthquake faults and out of an abundance of
> caution, please reconsider your refusal to provide a complete seismic
> inspection ASAP.
>
> Best regards ,
>
> Aram James
>
> 415-370-5056
>
> P.S. If it is a matter of money, I am more than happy to contribute a few
> hundred dollars towards the cost of the seismic inspection. Public safety
> demands that my request be taken seriously. Please call me at anytime to
> discuss this matter.
>
> On Thu, Jul 16, 2026 at 3:33 PM Meg Thomas
> wrote:
>
>> Hi Aram,
>>
>>
>> Apologies for the delay in our response. On July 14, 2026 the Palo Alto
>> Fire Department performed their annual inspection of the premises at 2850
>> Middlefield Road
>>
>> and all safety and health standards that are essential for the well-being
>> of all residents were met and there were no property violations. We are
>> unaware of any earthquake risks to the building, and a seismic inspection
>> does not appear necessary based on the condition of the property and the
>> latest inspection reports received. Please reach out with any specific
>> concerns you may have.
>>
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Meg Thomas
>>
>> On Thu, Jun 25, 2026 at 11:44 AM Aram James wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> 6/25/2026
>>>
>>> Hi Julian,
>>>
>>> Thanks for returning my phone call this morning. As promised, I am
>>> sending this note to you in hopes of receiving the most current information
>>> on the earthquake/seismic safety of the Southwood Complex. Is there, for
>>> example, an annual report/inspection of Southwood to assess the integrity
>>> of the complex in the event of a major earthquake?
>>> Any information on this critical subject would be most appreciated.
>>> Thanks so much.
>>>
>>> Peace,
>>>
>>> Aram
>>>
>>> 415-370-5O56
>>>
>>
>>
>> --
>>
>> Meg Thomas
>>
>> COO and Regional Property Manager
>>
>> Spieker Companies, Inc.
>>
>> (408) 221-0025
>>
>> mthomas@spiekercompanies.com
>>
>