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We Did It!

We proudly announce that our chapter received two national achievement awards at CAI's National Conference: one for our excellent Web site and a second for 2008 educational programs and Expo which provided resources and educated our members on how to "Go Green." Click above to read the submissions.

We Now Offer Mediation Services

 Whether you are an owner facing a dispute with your HOA, an HOA in disagreement with an owner, or a service provider in dispute with an HOA client, CAI now offers a low-cost method for you to resolve disputes in a non-hostile environment and find that common ground between you and your client.

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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

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There's ALWAYS Time for GOLF!

Monday, August 17, 2009
Join us for CAI's "A Day at the Beach" golf event...and sign up for a sponsorship to get your company's name in front of the managers!

South Bay Evening Educational Program

Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Budget season is almost upon us. Join us for this evening program to talk about budget challenges and get tips on "making ends meet." IT's FREE FOR HOA BOARD AND MANAGERS WITH PRE-REGISTRATION!

Valencia Morning Educational Program

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

If you live or work in or near Valencia, why not start the day with us. Community Association Managers and Boards are invited to attend our educational breakfast at no charge to hear experts speak on subjects directly related to community governance.

 

Orientation for HOA Boards...Learn the Essentials

Saturday, July 18, 2009
New to your HOA board of directors? Attend our eight-hour orientation for association leaders and homeowners interested in running for the board. Learn more by clicking on the title above.

FREE Golf Clinic for CAI Chapter Members

Friday, July 17, 2009
The first Golf Clinic last Friday in Encino was a HUGE success! Whether you are a novice or just need to brush up, we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. Since we really want you to play in our golf tournament in August (Novice 9 or 18-hole), we have scheduled 2 more FREE golf clinics for your benefit. The next one is in El Segundo. Jay Barkley from American Environmental Group will be on-hand to help you along. Sign up to attend one or both: July 17 and August 7.

"Un Soir en Blanc et Noir"

Saturday, November 07, 2009
Oooh-la-la! Are you coming to "Un Soir en Blanc et Noir" Casino Night? You'll want to sponsor this evening for great company exposure...it's always the most popular Chapter event. Sign up today for a great limited-time discount on a Table of Ten!

Order Your 2009 Condominium Blue Books Today ...They're In Stock!!

 It's the best guide for California homeowners associations, owners and directors of planned developments, condos, co-ops, townhomes and loft developments.

DID YOU KNOW?

News from CAI 's Government & Public Affairs Team

On Thursday, March 5, the House of Representatives passed HR 1106--legislation that would allow courts to rewrite a homeowner's mortgage obligations on their primary residence(sometimes referred to as morrtgage cram down)--- with some technical amendments by a vote of 234 to 191...

Hot Bills to Follow

  •  SB 259 (Benoit) - HOA Elections & Board Decisions - Bill provides that a court shall not invalidate any board's decision unless it finds that the action of the board was contrary to law or the governing documents. Today, any board decision can be overturned by a challenge to any aspect of a board election.
  • SB 49 (Feuer)  and SB 460 (Wolk)- Water Conservation Legislation - These bills require all urbanized water users, including HOAs to reduce their consumption by 20% before December 31, 2020 or face significant fines. HOAs may be adversely affected depending on their water usage, including common area irrigation, landscaping and swimming pools. HOAs with master water meters cannot regulate or enforce owner's water usage.

 Visit www.caicalif.org for more information.

Does Your Association's Pool Comply with Pool Safety Act?

As of December 20, 2008, pools must comply to certain safety devices. Read more...

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NATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

"Conflicts of Interest"

 

Conflicts of interest can arise easily within community associations and can have unpleasant legal consequences. Avoid problems with a copy of this report. Covered are fiduciary duty obligations, conduct of the directors, managerial conflicts, ethics policies, board conflicts and a host of other topics. Also contains sample policies, resolutions, code of ethics and cases. Click on title above to order your copy from the Chapter Office today.


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