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
>>>
>>