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Associations and Loans: Review Your Documents Before Plunging In

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Financial, Misc

Posted January 3, 2016

Now that the economy is at an upturn and associations are feeling more financially stable, many associations are investing in capital improvements for their communities. Whether it’s installing a new swimming pool in the community, installing all new roofs, or upgrading the playground equipment, these types of projects are expensive and, oftentimes, require associations toGo to Resource

Rule Clean up: Why Should You Do it and How Often?

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents

Posted June 8, 2015

Most communities have “rules” that take on many different forms and names. For example, some communities have design guidelines, while others have rules and regulations. Still other associations use resolutions and policies as their “rules”. Regardless of what associations call their “rules”, these rules typically work in conjunction with their declarations to clarify terms, covenants,Go to Resource

By David Closson

Association Records – What the Heck are They Anyway?

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Manager Resources

Posted June 8, 2015

Historically, confusion existed as to which association records and documents homeowners in a community association were entitled to access and copy. However, changes in the law in recent years have clarified the rights and obligations of both homeowners and associations in this regard. This article discusses associations’ corporate records and homeowners’ rights and obligations underGo to Resource

By David Closson

Use of Ballots and Proxies under CCIOA and the Nonprofit Act

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Meetings / Action Without Meetings

Posted March 27, 2015

Confusion commonly exists within community associations regarding the use of proxies and ballots. Such confusion is understandable given the technical nature of the laws governing the use of proxies and ballots in Colorado. However, if used properly, proxies and ballots may be used not only to encourage and increase individual participation in the association’s affairs,Go to Resource

Effective Use of Committees

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents

Posted January 28, 2015

Service as a board member in a community association can be time-consuming and exhausting. Many board members shoulder burdens for informational review and factual investigation, which prevent them from spending necessary time on overall policy development, governance, and fiscal and operational management. When properly structured and utilized, committees are a valuable tool for boards ofGo to Resource

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