Winter driving tips
Whether you are well-versed about how to drive in snow, ice, and slush or traveling to a wintry destination for holiday or work, these are good tips…
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The Association’s Role in Snow & Ice Management
Winter weather presents unique challenges for community associations. Snow and ice removal is a critical safety function, and the Association takes this responsibility seriously. At the same…
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Winter Safety Is a Shared Responsibility: What Homeowners Can Do During Snow Events
Snow and ice removal is essential for keeping our communities safe and accessible during winter weather. While the association coordinates professional snow removal services for common areas,…
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Smart Snow Management: Practical Ways HOA Boards Can Control Snow Removal Costs Without Compromising Safety
Snow removal is one of the most critical — and most unpredictable — winter expenses for community associations. Boards understand that snow and ice management is a…
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Record-breaking snowstorm is expected to impact the South and East Coast
❄️ Storm Safety & Preparedness Tips: Significant winter storms can lead to power outages, icy conditions, and limited emergency access. Personal safety starts with being prepared before…
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Gives Volunteer Leaders a Jump Start
Community associations are no exception to the ubiquitous challenge of speeding on streets around the world. In private communities, safety isn’t just a feature, it’s a cornerstone.…
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7 Tricks for Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions
As you make your New Year’s resolutions, are you already wondering if you’ll be able to keep them? Looking back at promises made this time last year,…
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Winter Weather Preparedness: 5 Essential Tips to Protect Your Fleet, Property, and People
From snowstorms in Texas to historic cold temperatures across Florida, it’s clear that winter weather preparedness is not just for northern regions. Wherever you are, managing winter…
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The First Thanksgiving
Native Americans and early settlers gave thanks together with this historic feast. On the fourth Thursday of November, people in the United States celebrate Thanksgiving, a national…
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Veterans Day, A History
Veterans Day is a U.S. federal holiday observed on November 11th to honor American veterans for their service. Originally, Armistice Day in 1919 was established to commemorate the end of World…
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New Survey Examines Aging Infrastructure’s Impact on Community Associations
Anew survey by the Foundation for Community Association Research identifies aging infrastructure as a critical concern for community managers, boards members, and residents. Water intrusion, deteriorating balconies and fences, failing pipes…
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Halloween Decorating and Safety Tips
From 3-foot-tall skeletons draped over front lawns to inflatable pumpkins and spider web-covered walkways, Halloween decorations have grown in popularity over the years. Community association board members…
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