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Employment Issues in Community Associations

Filed Under Governance, Misc

Posted June 9, 2015

I. Changes In Employment-At-Will Doctrine A. The employment-at-will doctrine is, simply stated, that all employment is by the mutual consent of the employer and employee, and may be terminated at will by either party for a good reason, a bad reason, or no reason at all. B. Subsequently, virtually every state in the United StatesGo to Resource

Bankruptcy Basics

Filed Under Collections, Governance, Misc

Posted July 15, 2014

Bankruptcy … it’s the “four-letter word” that nobody wants to hear. There are two types of bankruptcies that most individuals file. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy (also known as a “liquidation” bankruptcy) will, upon completion, discharge the owner’s debt as of the date of filing. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy (also known as a “wage earner’s” bankruptcy)Go to Resource

By Melissa Garcia

Open Forums – How to Make Them Productive

Filed Under Governance, Meetings / Action Without Meetings, Manager Resources, Misc, Samples, Forms, Checklists

Posted April 30, 2014

If done the right way, a homeowner forum can achieve many goals. It can capture community-wide interests and concerns. It can give the owners a voice. It’s great for generating opinions, feedback and new ideas. It will increase the Board’s awareness of potential problems on the horizon. And, hopefully, it will engage and foster futureGo to Resource

Discussing Delinquencies in Open Meetings

Filed Under Governance, Meetings / Action Without Meetings, Misc

Posted April 30, 2014

The Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (“CCIOA”) requires board meetings be open to attendance by owners in the community unless the board goes into executive session. All owners are therefore allowed to attend any portion of board meetings except when they are excluded from a properly called executive session. CCIOA authorizes boards to go intoGo to Resource

By David Closson

Minutes and Agendas — What’s Required? What’s Recommended?

Filed Under Governance, Meetings / Action Without Meetings, Misc

Posted April 30, 2014

Attorneys representing homeowner associations are often asked about the requirements and procedures for taking meeting minutes and preparing agendas. This is especially true for self-managed associations with volunteer boards who may have less experience organizing and conducting meetings. This article discusses some of the legal requirements as well as best practices as they pertain toGo to Resource

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