Some might say that as a Mediator, I live in a “La-La Land” of positivity. I do. But not to my detriment nor the detriment of others. When entering a mediation conference, positivity is welcome because the parties sitting around the conference table are contentious, acrimonious and ready for battle. … [Read more...]
“Your Condo HOA Tip of the Day” Retrofitting Your Condo’s Fire Sprinkler System
“Your Condo/HOA Tip of the Day” is all about the latest hot topics due to the recent statutory changes to community association law. Today the focus is on Florida's Gov. Rick Scott’s eleventh hour veto of HB 653 to amend the condo fire sprinkler retrofitting and engineered life safety systems (ELSS) … [Read more...]
CAI Gold Coast Chapter June Social 2017
With Kyle Nurminen, Director of Business Development for #AltecRoofing West Palm Beach, Florida at the #CAIGOLDCOAST CHAPTER June Social, exchanging ideas and meeting new members and professionals in the #communityassociation industry Kathy Naughton, CMCA, AMS David Strabbing, … [Read more...]
What the Heck Are Robert’s Rules and Parliamentary Procedure?
Have you heard of Robert's Rules (of Order) or parliamentary procedure when discussing your community association general meeting or a meeting of the Board? Some states do require meetings be guided by Robert's Rules, while others do not. Your community association may not need the guidance of … [Read more...]
Food for Thought on Memorial Day
Memorial Day is upon us. As we remember the more than 1million men and women who gave their lives in service of our country, many of us will partake in many traditions. We’ll fly the American flag; enjoy good company; bar-b-que; swim and listen to great music, among other traditions. But if you live … [Read more...]
Know When to Hold ‘Em
"Your Condo/HOA Tip of the Day" Do you know the conceal carry laws in your state? If you live in a Community Association the governing documents, upheld by the Board, may prohibit you from carrying a weapon into the common elements, i.e. the clubhouse or pool. Although the 2nd Amendment allows us … [Read more...]
