by Hazel Siff | Mar 28, 2024 | CAI, Community Associations
Danielle Levesque is spreading adventure at CCMC-TX in Spring, Texas. The lifestyle director organized a community trip for residents to visit her homeland, Croatia, where participants bonded while eating at her family restaurant, exploring the countryside, and learning about the country’s history.
by Hazel Siff | Feb 23, 2024 | CAI, Community Associations
Disaster recovery efforts can be complicated even without a challenging insurance market. Valencia on the Gulf, a condominium community nestled on the normally picturesque beach in Venice, Fla., was among the many neighborhoods that got hammered by Hurricane Ian. Under the leadership of its community manager, Valencia is well on its way to recovery.
by Hazel Siff | Dec 20, 2023 | CAI, Community Associations
While nestled in the heart of Spring, Texas, where snowfall is a rare sight, the Windrose Community Association has found a creative way to bring the joy of winter to its residents. Each year, usually during the holiday season, Windrose transforms a designated area into a Texas winter wonderland by creating a snowy hill that children can enjoy. This heartwarming tradition not only brings joy to the children, but also strengthens the sense of community within Windrose.
by Hazel Siff | Oct 12, 2023 | Advocacy, Community Associations
California’s “balcony bill,” SB 721, requires balcony inspections within all multifamily residential buildings containing three or more dwelling units no later than Jan. 1, 2025. David Swedelson, founding senior partner at Swedelson Gottlieb firm, provides details to help communities prepare for and transition to these new requirements.
by Hazel Siff | Sep 26, 2023 | CAI, Community Associations
As rewarding as community association management can be, the career path also faces high rates of burnout, depression, and mental health issues. How can managers learn to handle both the workload and mental health? Start by creating a completely different level of awareness.