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Galaxy Towers

The ultimate in gracious, comfortable and convenient lifestyle, combining the amenities, safety and services of an ultra-luxury apartment complex, and all the advantages of city life, without the stress, insecurities and turmoil of living in the city.

Amenities/Social Events

  • Social Events
  • Recreational Activities
  • Minipark
  • Health Spa/Sports Facilities
  • Spa Lounge
  • Party Facilities
  • Facilities/Activities for Children
  • Schools
    •  Services

  • Lobby Services
  • In-Unit Service
  • Laundry/Dry Cleaners/Maid Services
  • Storage
  • Cable/TV
    •  Security & Safety

  • Security
  • Fire Safety/Detection
    •  Parking/Visitors

  • Guests/Visitors
  • Garage
    •  Operations

  • Governmental Matters
  • Management
  • Finances
  • Open Forums
  • Sales/Leases/Pets
    •  Shopping, Restaurants, Theaters

  • The Mall
  • Off Premises Shopping, Restaurants, Movie Theaters
    •  Transportation/Location

    INTRODUCING: THE GALAXY

    Situated atop the Palisade Cliffs and offering a spectacular skyline view of Manhattan and environs, the Galaxy was designed and is managed so as to afford a unique self-contained elegant style of urban living, with complete Spa, shops, restaurants, movie theatre and a wide array of recreational activities.

    The Galaxy is a condominium, with each of its 1,075 apartments individually owned- precisely as if it was a one family home, with the owner making real estate tax and mortgage payments, and paying as well to the Galaxy Towers Condominium Association (hereinafter the "GTCA") the charges as determined each year by its Board of Directorsso as to cover the cost of management, utilities, and maintenance of all the "common element" (lobbies, park, hallways, elevators, Spa, etc.).

    It is no exageration to say that the Galaxy is not just a place to live, it's a way of life. Nothing like it exists, anywhere, at any price. And because of restrictions enacted after the Galaxy was constructed regarding developments alongside or above the Palisades, and the prohibitives costs the now would be entailed in attempting to duplicate our facilities, it is probable that nothing like it will ever be built again.

    DESIGN

    The Galaxy was developed by Prudential Insurance Company, assisted by world reknowned architects, engineers, and decorators.

    It consist of three octagonal skyscrapers (the "Towers") rising 50 stories above the Hudson River, two connecting apartment buildings, an 11 story garage, and an affiliated two level shopping and convenience Mall, completely interconnected indoors.

    All the structures other than the Mall start at the foot of the Palisades on the Hudson shoreline and rise up to the height of the Cliffs, with the Towers continuing thirty stories above. Because of this singular construction and layout:

    WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT

    Development of the Hudson waterfront streching from Fort Lee to Hoboken (more recently referred to as "the Gold Coast") is slowly proceding, and will be advantageous in providing us with even more stores, malls, and other conveniences.

    The property which could most directly affect us is the 18 acre parcel in Guttenberg immediately east of the Galaxy on the Hudson shoreline. Pursuant to an agreement entered into by us with its owner several years ago, subsequently recorded as a permanent restrictive covenant running with the land (so that it is binding on all future owners and cannot be varied by local governmental authorities):

    AMENITIES/SOCIAL EVENTS

    SOCIAL EVENTS

    For most of our residents, the Galaxy is the hub of their social life. (What could be more convenient than a two minute elevator commute to a friend's home, the Spa Lounge, or other location in the Compex where a function is being held?)

    In addition to weekly Friday night movies (free of charge), residents also enjoy periodic televised sports events, socializing in the Spa Lounge, etc. Hardly a week goes by without a special function sponsored by our Social and Cultural Committee, one of the various groups and clubs constituting the Recreational Activities Committee, or other Association adjunct. Regardless of who the designate sponsor may be, all residents and their guests are invited and welcome. A partial list of such events would include:

    RECREATION ACTIVITES

    To encouage, promote and coordinate the diverse special interest of our residents, the Board established its Recreational Activities Committee.

    Given a sufficient number of poeple who have expressed the desire to engage in a specific recreational activity or hobby, the Committee furnishes the means for prospective members to meet each other; gives guidence on how to organize; provides publicity, facilities, meeting place-and, where necessary, the "seed capital" with which to get started. The list of present of past such groups or clubs include:

    MINIPARK

    One of the Galaxy's best kept secrets from the outside world is the existence of it's jewel of a park located on top of the Mall building. Owned by us and used exclusively by our residents and their guests, it affords the most magnificent, unobscurer river and cityscape views from the george Washington Bridge to the Statue of Liberty and Verrazano Bridge.

    With manicured lawns, flowering trees, shrubs, evergreens, and ablaze with flowers from spring to fall, our park is ideal for sunning, reading, or relaxing. (It is readily accessible from each Tower.)

    HEALTH SPA / SPORTS FACILITIES

    At no additional charge to its residents, the Galaxy provides one of the most comprehensive health / sports centers available to apartment dwellers anywhere in the U.S.

    All Year

    Physical Fitness Room
    (To accommodate the diverse workdays of our residents it is open weekdays 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., weekends and holidays 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.)

    Exercise Room
    Indoor heated pool
    Kiddies' pool (heated)
    Whirlpool
    Saunas
    Steam Rooms
    Tanning Rooms
    Locker Rooms
    Full schedule of instructor-led classes such as:

    Seasonal
    Also available by private appointment (fee payable to instructor, masseur, etc.) Are:

    SPA LOUNGE

    Adjacent to our Physical Fitness Room, overlookingthe indoor pool, is the Spa Lounge. Used as well for our Open Forums and the site of many GTCA social functions, it is primarily a quiet, comfortable refuge for reading, studying, chatting with friends (coffee is provided on weekend mornings) and indoor relaxation.

    In the Lounge is our library, with hundreds of hardcover and paperback books.

    It also features a large screen projection system, used for Super Bowl, World Series and other major sports events, as well as for showing movies (free of charge) every Friday night.

    PRIVATE PARTY FACILITIES

    The Spa Lounge can be rented by residents for large private parties, complete with full kitchen facilities and table / chair setup.

    For smaller functions, the Exercise Room is likewise available, inclusive of Spa kitchen.

    For parties in the resident's apartment, at minimal charge (which covers delivery and pickup) we will furnish whatever tables and chairs may be required.

    CHILDREN - FACILITIES ACTIVITIES FOR

    Increasingly over the years, the Galaxy has become recognized as the preferred urban residence for families with children, and our younger population has steadily been growing. We welcome this trend and have done everything possible to encourage its continuance, inclusive of providing the following:

    (A larger playground on Boulevard East in West New York, is just a few blocks from us. Also within easy wlking distance is North Braddock Park, with tennis, basketball and handball courts, baseball, football and soccer fields, lake, etc.)

    In addition, our Parents' Committee assists the Board in divising new or improved facilities for children, as well as in providing specialized programs and activities which have included:

    SCHOOLS

    Just a few minutes' easy walk from the Galaxy is the Anna L. Klein elementary school (kindergarden through eighth grade), which has an outstanding reputation for maintaining high education/ behavior standards.

    Older students either attend North Bergen High School (transportation provided) or one of the several excellent private acadamies such as Dwight-Englewood (20 minutes away, with door-to-door bus service).

    SERVICES

    LOBBY SERVICES

    Each of our three lobbies is staffed by:

    Available in the lobbies are:

    In addition, the Concierge provides the following assistance:

    IN-UNIT SERVICE

    Rather than being compelled to rely on outside contractors, help is only a phone call away for galaxy residents with regard to most repairs and household needs. At moderate charges intended only to enable break-even operation, our In-Unit Service Department provides:

    LAUNDRY, DRY CLEANING, MAID SERVICES

    There are three main laundry rooms at the Galaxy, each with many machines, open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to midnight.

    We also have thirty-seven small rooms (one washer and dryer) scattered throughout the Complex, open seven days, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

    Several outside companies provide door to door service for shirt laundering and dry cleaning.

    Although not provided through the GTCA, part-time maids and housekeepers are readily available.

    STORAGE

    An inconvenience normally associated with apartment living is a shortage of sufficient storage space - especially evident when moving from a house. To alleviate this problem, the Galaxy makes available to its residents:

    CABLE/TV

    The Galaxy is wired for cable, thus affording the availablity of immediate access to Vision Cable TV Company's system (including HBO, Cinemax, Sports Channel, etc.) for those resident who wish to subscribe.

    In addition, every apartment has an outlet providing connection to our master TV antenna.

    SECURITY & SAFETY

    SECURITY

    It is no coincidence that the Galaxy is noted for the extraordinarily high degree of security and safety provided to its residents.

    FIRE SAFETY / DETECTION

    The Galaxy was constructed (concrete floors and ceilings) with numerous protective devices/precautions which include:

    PARKING / VISITORS

    GUESTS / VISITORS

    From the time they enter our Complex until they leave, guests and visitors are accorded V.I.P. treatment and every effort is extended to make them feel welcome.

    (Excellent accommodations are available, at modest rates, at the nearby Binghamton Motor Inn - just eight minutes away.)

    GARAGE

    One of the more unusual features of the Galaxy is our ability to comfortably accommodate car parking not only for all residents, but for their guests and visitors as well. Additional garage amenities are:

    One-half hour free parking for residents' contractors or guests making quick stops, pickups, deliveries.

    "First Aid" flat tire inflation and battery jump start (at no charge).

    OPERATIONS

    GOVERNMENT MATTERS

    Galaxy

    We are a true democracy, with each apartment entitled to one vote in the annual election of members of the Board (3 Directors are elected each year) regardless of the apartment size or location, or the amount of assessments paid for it. The nine person Board elects the GTCA's officers (President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary), established and administers the rules and regulationsintended to enable us to live together compatibly, fixes the annual Budget (which in turn determines the amount of assessments to be paud by each apartment), makes all policy and important administrative decisions, and supervises the expenditure of funds as well as the functions of our in-house management staff.

    Guttenberg

    We have developed an excellent working relationship with Town officials (Mayor and five member Council); a new district was created for the Galaxy; voting booths for all Federal, State and municipal elections are in the mall; and Galaxy residents are members of every major municipal board and agency, including the Board of Education.

    MANAGEMENT

    The Galaxy is one of the very few large Condo or Co-op Associations in the U.S. which does not utilize the services of an outside managing agent, at a saving of hundreds of thousands of dollars per year.

    Instead, active hands-on management is provided by the GTCA's Board of Directors with the assistance of its eleven Committees staffed by 100 volunteer residents, and a professional in-house management staff with a roster of 140 employees.

    In effect, 250 people devote their time and attentionto the needs and desires of our residents, constantly seeking means of enhancing services and facilities so as to continually improve the Galaxy lifestyle of which we are so proud.

    FINANCES

    The Galaxy is well financed, with a demonstrated strong record of financial management.

    There has never been a special assessment.

    Our annual assessments (paid pro rata monthly), which cover all costs of operation inclusive of energy and utilities, are extraordinarily low.

    Our reserves for replacement, new equipment, improvements and redecoration, exceed $3 million.

    OPEN FORUMS

    To assure adaquate direct communication with residents and to keep them current with what is transpiring at or affects their Galaxy home, the GTCA Board of Directors holds periodic Open Forums. These "Town Meetings" feature important subjects, as well as general question/answer sessions during which those in attendance can inquire as to any matters of interest to them.

    (Additional communication is provided by our weekly Galaxy Update, periodic Board Updates, and our in-house publication, The Galaxy News.)

    SALES, LEASES, PETS

    Consistent with our concept that a condominium is the equivalent of a one family home and should therefore be subject to as few restrictions as possible:

    SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS, & THEATRES

    THE MALL

    Although independently owned and operated, the Mall is closely affiliated with us, and we provide many of the services and utilites required for its operation.

    Available to our residents in the Mall, which can be reached from any part of our Complex without going outdoors, are:

    "The Green Kitchen," with bar/lounge and private catering room; and
    "Pasta Pizza" for Italian specialties.
    (Both provide direct delivery service.)

    OFF-PREMISES SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS, MOVIE THEATRES

    Shopping

    An easy 15-20 minute drive from the Galaxy are the famous Secausus outlet centers, with dozens of shops and stores selling clothes, shoes, furniture, housewares, food and virtually anything else you might need. Literally a shopper's mecca, with plentiful free parking, these discount operations offer outstanding quality, selection and value, featuring many famous names such as Calvin Klein, Liz Claiborne, Gucci, Bally, Gitano, Burlington, Corning, Jindo, and a host of others. (Note also that there is no sales tax on clothing purchased in New Jersey.)

    Besides the increasingly numerous stores and boutiques rapidly arising at our doorstep on River Road, just 20-25 minutes away are the huge Riverside Square and Garden State Plaza malls (Saks, Bloomingdale's, Macy's, etc.).

    Supermarkets

    On River Road, within 2 miles of the Galaxy, is Yaohan's - featuring fresh fish and produce, as well as a full line of American and Japanese groceries and food products.

    In North Bergen and Fort Lee, 10-15 minutes away, are Pathmark, A&P, Shop Rite, Grand Union, and Fairway.

    Restaurants

    Within a five minute walk are The Lighthouse and G.P.'s (both Italian/Continental), China on the Hudson (Chinese) and Nagoya (Japanese).

    An 8-10 minute drive brings you to:

    Just 5 minutes more and the diversity of restaurants increases enormously, to include:

    Movie Theatres

    On River Road (8 min.):

    In Secaucus (15-20 min.):

    TRANSPORTATION / LOCATION

    LOCATION / ACCESSIBILITY

    We are in the town of Guttenberg (pop. 10,000), directly opposite Manhattan's 79th Street yacht basin, 2 miles north of the Lincoln Tunnel and 5 miles south of the George Washington Bridge.

    To our south is West New York, followed by Weehawken and Hoboken.

    To our north is North Bergen, then Edgewater and Fort Lee.

    The Galaxy is at the hub of the New York-northeastern New Jersey metropolitan area, easily reached, and affording ready access to numerous major arteries, bridges and tunnels.

    (Click here for a map)

    COMMUTING TO MANHATTAN

    Several means of convenient commutation are available at or immediately adjacent to the Galaxy.

    Galaxy Bus

    Our own private bus service, to the midtown and downtown areas of Manhattan, starts directly from our Plaza.

    New Jersey Transit

    A bus stop directly across the street from us, provides transportation to the New York City Port Authority building.

    Vans

    Private vans, at the same fare as N.J. Transit, likewise stop frequently across the street, going to 8th Avenue at 42nd Street.

    Port Imperial Ferry

    Crosses the Hudson to both midtown and downtown, with buses on the other side making stops at convenient locations. Access is by shuttle bus across the street from us, or by car 5 minutes to the ferry terminal off River Road.

    (In addition, public bus service is available to the PATH station in Hoboken.)

    DIRECTIONS TO THE GALAXY

    From Manhattan

    After leaving the Lincoln Tunnel, take curving ramp to first exit (which says "Weehawken/Blvd East"); turn right onto Boulevard East and continue bearing right following the Hudson River, to 70th Street; enter our garage (at the 16th floor) from Boulevard East.

    - or -
    Take upper level of George Washington Bridge to second ("Fort Lee") exit off bridge; make first right at sign "Hudson Terrace"; proceed to traffic light, turn right at light and follow road (becomes River Road) to first traffic light after the Palisades General Hospital; make sharp right turn at the light and go up hill to enter our garage (8th floor).

    From elsewhere in New York: Take either the Triboro or Whitestone bridge to Cross Bronx Expressway to upper level George Washington Bridge, and then follow directions above.

    - or -
    From points in New Jersey: Take New Jersey Turnpike to exit for Lincoln Tunnel; take last exit in New Jersey ("Weehawken"); follow service road to end' turn left onto Boulevard East, and then per directions above.

    - or -
    Follow Route 4 east; take last exit before George Washington Bridge ("Fort Lee"); follow service road to end; turn right and follow River Road directions above..

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    Take Route 17 south to either Rt. 3 ease or Rt. 4 east, then per directions above.

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    Take Route 80 east to last exit before George Washington Bridge ("Fort Lee"), follow service road to end, turn right and follow River Road per directions above.