by Daniel Brannigan | May 7, 2020 | Community Associations, COVID-19, Publications
When the widespread threat of COVID-19 in the U.S. became evident in late February, community association board members and managers began asking questions and taking necessary actions.
by Guest Author | Oct 8, 2019 | Community Associations
The erosion of civility in our society has begun to manifest itself in private residential communities. This comes in many forms—from rudeness and disruptive behavior at meetings to more dangerous and escalating actions. It’s time for community association boards to send a message that uncivil behavior won’t be tolerated.
by Amy Repke | Jan 30, 2019 | Community Associations, Education
Residents are encouraged to attend and observe community association board meetings. If you’d like to bring an issue to your community association governing board’s attention, you’re welcome to speak during the homeowner forum—a time set aside just for you. So that...
by Laura Otto | Jun 1, 2018 | CAI, Community Associations
What’s the difference between an annual meeting, special meeting, town hall meeting, and board meeting? With so many different types of meetings in community associations, it’s easy to get confused. Here’s some clarification. Annual meetings are required by...
by Laura Otto | May 16, 2018 | CAI, Community Associations, Publications
Board members who strive to serve the best interests of their residents regardless of their personal interests are critical to leading a community. These are a few of the must-have traits and skills that make board members successful: Be respectful. Board members...
