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Policies, Procedures, Rules, Regulations, and Resolutions: What’s the Difference??

Filed Under Amending Your Governing Documents, Governance

Posted January 3, 2012

You’ve, no doubt, heard the terms “resolutions, policies, rules, and regulations” used many times in the industry. But have you ever wondered what all these different terms mean and whether there is a difference in which term you use? Despite popular belief, there are subtle differences in these terms outlined in the checklist below. AsGo to Resource

CCIOA Corner – When Does an Association Legally Come Into Existence?

Filed Under Governance, Misc

Posted December 1, 2011

Have you ever wondered when an association legally comes into existence? Is it when the first home is built, or is it when the development plan is approved by the County? The correct answer is neither. According to Section 201 of CCIOA, a common interest community legally comes into existence when the declaration and platGo to Resource

Meeting Moment – Using Motions

Filed Under Governance, Meetings / Action Without Meetings

Posted December 1, 2011

One of the things presidents fear most about chairing their annual meetings is when emotional homeowners raise a subject that is not part of the agenda. This action could, if not properly handled, start the spiral that sends a meeting out of control. As the meeting chair, how should you handle that moment when aGo to Resource

Does Your Association Have a Social Media Policy?

Filed Under Governance, Misc

Posted December 1, 2011

Today’s associations understand the need to convey, and even over-communicate, important information to their members. To that end, some associations have jumped into the cyberworld with their own Facebook and/or Twitter pages. Before jumping in with both feet, however, associations should consider adopting a social media policy. Before putting together such a policy, the boardGo to Resource

Snow Removal Contracts

Filed Under Governance, Maintenance & Insurance, Misc

Posted November 2, 2011

To guard against problems and liability, associations need to know the ins and outs of snow removal contracts, what to do when a slip-and-fall occurs and when a frozen pipe breaks. The following guidelines and tips will help associations prepare for the winter season. Snow removal contracts Your snow removal contracts should: Have a specificGo to Resource

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