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10 New Years Resolutions for Community Associations 16 New Laws Approved for 2024 19 Stay Connected to CAI Advocacy in 2024! 28 Join a CAI-CV Committee in 2024 29 Get Your PCAM in 2024! 30 Is Your HOA a Best Practice Community?

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President’s Message Julie Balbini, Esq. Managing Attorney, CV Office, Fiore Racobs & Powers, A PLC

Happy New Year! We all hope that 2024 will bring renewed hope and new opportunities. With that in mind, CAI-CV is gearing up to bring you top-tier education to help you manage HOAs with CAI best practices, and with fantastic networking opportunities to help you build your businesses and your careers. See page 14 for the 2024 calendar of events and programs. Before diving into January, though, I want to take a moment to congratulate the Wine Tasting Committee for another fantastic event at Shields Date Garden, on Friday, December 1. It was a perfect evening at the beautiful Shields Date Garden. The food, champagne, wine, and tequila were outstanding. The auction was amazing, too, with great deals just in time for the holidays. See the pictures and list of sponsors on page 20. I also want to thank my colleague, John MacDowell, Esq., CCAL, for joining me for the Ask the Attorney program that took place in the Shields Date Garden Theater prior to the wine tasting event. We had a great time answering your legal questions. As for things to look forward to this month, first up, on Friday, January 12, we will host our annual leadership training for the new 2024 leadership team. At CAI-CV, nearly everything we accomplish is through our committees with about 150 volunteers. Please consider volunteering for a Chapter committee. This is a sure way to build your career and business with lasting relationships, and there is no cost other than your time. CAI-CV committees generally meet once a month by Zoom, so you can attend meetings from any location. Please see our 2024 leadership team on page 28 and choose a committee to join. The committee volunteer form is on page 29. Just fill it out online and forward it to Executive Director Cal Lockett. On Friday, January 19, we will have our first Educational Program and Mini Trade Show of the year. This program is called “Combatting Apathy and Building Community Spirit in Your HOA” Our guest speakers are Lori Albert, CAMEx, CCAM, CEO and President of Albert Management, and Clint Atherton, PCAM, LSM, General Manager of Sun City Palm Desert. You don’t want to miss this program. Come learn how to motivate your HOA members to turn from apathy to enthusiasm. See page 33 for more information. On Saturday, January 20, we are co-hosting a Homeowners Association Workshop with the City of Indian Wells for HOA residents, board members, and managers. There will be speakers from the City and CAI-CV to discuss how to help the community understand board and homeowner responsibilities and how to get things accomplished when navigating between the city and the HOA. See page 15 for the invitation. This workshop is free.

ANNUAL AWARDS EVENT – JANUARY 26 I hope you were able to participate in the Chapter Awards process last month. We will be honoring our volunteers and members who went above and beyond during 2023 at our Annual Awards Event on Friday, January 26, at the Agua Caliente Casino in Rancho Mirage. I hope you will join us for a spectacular Disco-themed party with dancing, great food, champagne, dozens of door prizes, a silent auction, and the opportunity to win a $1,000 cash grand prize. Disco attire is encouraged though not required. Early-bird discounted tickets are still available. Look for the registration link on page 26. You can sign up for CAI-CV events and educational programs at: Community Calendar - CAI-CV. Also, you can use the links in the Monday Update (emailed to all members every Monday). Please see page 36 for upcoming events and programs. All of us at CAI-CV wish you and your families a safe, productive, and enjoyable new year!

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appy New Year! I am not sure about everyone else, but it certainly felt like 2023 flew by. Now that we have officially turned the page into 2024, I am sure many of us have already picked out one or two personal New Year’s resolutions (start eating better, exercise more, etc.). Everyone knows this routine this time of year. I am here to challenge you to pick one, two or maybe a few New Year’s resolutions related to your community association whether you are a board member, manager, service provider, or new to your community. Each one of us can take and utilize 2024 to effect growth and change within our communities.

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Take 2024 to learn something new. If you are a manager, consider taking a new CAI class or working toward a new designation. If time is of the essence, schedule a phone call with a trusted business partner to pick their brain. If you are a board member, consider scheduling with your manager to better understand the management company’s processes and procedures. (CAI also has classes available to board members as well.) If you are a homeowner that is not all that involved in the community, attend a meeting or read the minutes after the fact! Knowledge is powerful, even picking up small tidbits here and there can positively influence the community. Register for CAI education that will improve your knowledge and your career opportunities!

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Respect It is unfortunate that community associations continue to struggle with hostility, negativity, lack of respect and at times, difficult individuals. I would encourage everyone in 2024 to make an effort to change this unfortunate dynamic. It can be as simple as waiving hi to one of your neighbors or introducing yourself to someone at the community mailboxes. It could be to listen to someone’s full thoughts before responding or simply changing a tone of voice. However small, it still matters. Let’s all do our part to bring the Golden Rule (treat others as you would want to be treated) back into our communities, emails, phone calls, and board meetings. At the end of the day, we are neighbors, co-workers, and business partners. We are all on the same team and striving for the same goal. Consider reminding folks in your association by adopting CAI’s Civility Pledge.

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AS THE SAYING GOES“NEW YEAR, NEW ME…” RIGHT? I challenge you to find something new, some sort of resolution related to your association that can help affect growth and positive change within the community however small it may be. I want to wish everyone a very healthy, happy, safe, and productive 2024! Let’s make it a great year. John Schuknecht CMCA, AMS is a former community manager who currently works as an Account Executive for LaBarre/Oksnee Insurance. John can be reached at 657-207-4789 or JohnS@hoa-insurance.com

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CAI NATIONAL NEWS State Policy Priorities By Dawn Bauman, CAE CAI’s 36 legislative action committees run by hundreds of volunteers have led the conversations with state legislators and other stakeholders resulting in new laws allowing community associations to conduct business via virtual meetings and electronic voting and new laws mandating reserve studies, funding, and building inspections that will result in more financially sustainability condominium associations and greater structural integrity. As 2024 arrives, we’ve taken the historical trends from recent years, the political climate for next year, and conversations with lawmakers, industry experts, and our legislative action committee chairs, and outlined the following state legislative priorities.

RESERVE STUDIES AND FUNDING: Supporting laws that mandate reserve studies and appropriating funding for condominium and homeowners associations is a policy issue expected to be discussed in numerous states in 2024. Following Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s

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continued push for condominium and housing cooperatives to have reserve studies and funding and the state’s interest in financially sustainable communities, mandatory reserve studies provide a logical solution. While 16 states (California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Utah, Tennessee, Virginia, and Washington) have mandatory reserve study and/or funding requirements, that number is expected to grow in 2024. CAI has model language and appropriate solutions for legislators that allow communities practical timing to implement.

ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE INSURANCE: Access to affordable property insurance coverage, especially for condominiums and housing cooperatives has become increasingly challenging. Community associations have seen extraordinary premium increases that are unaffordable with examples of community associations using a line of credit or special assessment to pay for these extraordinary premiums. CAI’s legislative action committees are working with their state’s insurance commissioners, FARE plans, and legislators to identify solutions to this crisis.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: As our world continues to address issues related to climate change and responsible citizenship contributing to preserving the environment for the future, community associations are navigating rules related to the installation and placement of solar devices, electric vehicle charging stations as well as incentives for energy saving initiatives like window replacement, lighting choices, and more. Community associations’ boards should hold community conversations about these issues and discuss ways to create reasonable opportunities for the use of solar and electric vehicles.

BOARD MEMBER EDUCATION/ TRAINING: Communit y association board members are faced with increasing responsibility to navigate compliance with local, state, and federal laws and greater complexities within communities; especially with the aging infrastructure and with a greater number of people living in community associations. As these volunteer roles become more complex, legislators are looking for solutions to ensure volunteers have the propert y training and education to fulfill their responsibilities. As such, more states

are considering mandatory education requirements for board members. CAI currently opposes mandatory board member education and supports board member education as a best practice. This policy and these issues will likely evolve this year and into the coming years.

FINING AUTHORITY AND FORECLOSURES: Homeowners value the rules and regulations in their community as they lead to safer, more attractive, and more valuable homes. Rules are enforced with fines that could lead to foreclosure. An increasing number of legislatures have expressed concern about a possible foreclosure for a violation of a covenant. It is most important that CAI preserves the community associations authority to collect unpaid assessments, when seriously delinquent and as a last effort, through a lien and foreclosure process.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS: Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”) is statutorily required in many states. Even where ADR is not required by law, Community Associations Institute (CAI) advocates that communities adopt policy resolutions to offer ADR for housing-related disputes between individual unit owners as well as between owners and the Association. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is viewed as a preferable option to litigation for the settling of housing-related disputes within a community. Subject to jurisdictional differences, qualified housing disputes may constitute everything from interpretation and enforcement of the governing documents and rules, allegations of improper maintenance or infringement of owners’ rights.

SHORT- & LONG-TERM RENTALS: CAI encourages policymakers to engage industry stakeholders, including

community associations, on this issue. Further, CAI believes crafting regulation should always take place in an open and transparent manner, providing the opportunity for comment by all interested parties. A board of directors, with input from homeowners, is in the best position to decide whether short and/ or long-term rentals are appropriate for their community and is the appropriate governing body to craft suitable policies. This is assuming the association’s governing documents allow or could be amended to permit short and/or longterm rentals to reflect the preferences of homeowners.

HOUSING AFFORDABILITY: As the country continues to see a shortage of affordability housing located near employment and transportation; we continue to engage in conversations on how condominiums and housing cooperatives can be positioned as solutions for housing affordability. CAI supports incentives providing access to sustainable homeownership, including the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing units, within the community association housing model. CAI does not support government preemption of lawful zoning and land use policies adopted by municipalities or of community association covenants that govern property use. Community association autonomy over lot size and use, including placement of multi-family structures on lots designated for single-family use by association covenants and placement of accessory dwelling units, should not be diminished by state policy. Dawn Bauman, CAE, is the Senior Vice President of Government & Public Affairs and Executive Director of the Foundation for Community Association Research. Dawn may be reached at dbauman@ caionline.org or by phone at (703) 867-5588.

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BMW, 8:30 A.M. CAI National Law Seminar Breakfast Program, TBD President's Day Strat. Planning 2:30 P.M., Board 3:30 P.M. CMCA Rev/CID Law/Ed BP, 9 A.M - 1 P.M.

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Board Certificate Course, 9 A.M. - 4 P.M. City of Indio Board Workshop Lunch Program, 11:15 A.M. Strat. Planning 2:30 P.M., Board 3:30 P.M. Meet the Management Cos, 5:30 P.M.

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appy New Year! In ringing in the new year, it is time to look at laws recently enacted by the California Legislature that affect residential homeowners associations. Here is a summary of some of the laws enacted last year. As always, please consult your legal counsel on these laws and how they may affect your community.

AB 468 VIRTUAL MEETINGS / ADDS NEW CIVIL CODE § 4926

By Jason A. Savlov, Esq.

Open board and membership meetings can now be held solely virtually (i.e., without a physical location). Before holding virtual meetings, associations must meet specific requirements set forth in the statute. These requirements include having the meeting notice provide technical instructions and contact information for technical assistance. Furthermore, there must be a dial-in option to allow those having a technical glitch that day (we all have them from time to time) with their device or prefer using their phone over a computer/mobile device. Lastly, any vote of the directors must be conducted by a roll call vote. Virtual board and membership meetings are not allowed if ballots are to be counted and tabulated at the meeting.

AB 1458 ADJOURNED MEETING QUORUM / AMENDS CIVIL CODE § 5115

"IN RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR, IT IS TIME TO LOOK AT LAWS RECENTLY ENACTED BY THE CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE THAT AFFECT RESIDENTIAL HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS."

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This law solves the problem of homeowners associations whose governing documents do not allow the reduction of quorum for the election of directors. Boards can now decide to adjourn a meeting due to a lack of quorum for at least 20 days. At the adjourned meeting, the quorum threshold will be reduced to 20% of the association’s voting members (present in person, by proxy, or by secret written ballot). There are specific notices and other requirements that boards must follow to hold an adjourned meeting with a reduced quorum. This law does not override a lower quorum requirement in the association’s bylaws. The board’s ability to adjourn a meeting and have a reduced quorum only applies to the election of directors.

AB 1764 ELECTIONS / AMENDS CIVIL CODE §§ 5103, 5105 This bill was a “clean up” legislation that clarified that associations are required to disqualify any person from being a candidate for the board if they have served the maximum number of terms or sequential terms the association allows. In other words, if an association has term limits for the directors and the person submitting a nomination to be a candidate for the board has served the maximum number of terms (i.e., term limits), then the association must disqualify that person

from running for the board. The bill also clarified that any sitting director who ceases to be an association member may no longer sit on the board.

AB 1033 ADUS / AMENDS GOVERNMENT CODE §§ 65852.2, 64852.26 Under this new legislation, cities and counties can enact ordinances allowing for the separate conveyance of accessory dwelling units (“ADU”) and the primary residence. To allow this separate conveyance, the ADU and primary dwelling will be developed as a condominium development, subject to certain requirements. One requirement is that if the lot upon which the ADU and primary dwelling is located is within an existing common interest development, then the “express written authorization” of the association is required. This means that the lot owner will need to get permission from the board and, if the governing documents require, approval of the association’s members.

AB 572 ASSESSMENT LIMITATION / AMENDS CIVIL CODE § 5605 As of January 1, 2025, new homeowners associations with separate interests in affordable housing are limited in the amount of annual increases of the regular assessments. Under this limit, boards can only increase the regular assessments by up to 5% plus the percentage change in the cost of living, not to exceed 10% percent of the preceding regular assessment. Affordable housing means a unit occupied by lower or moderate-income households. This limitation does not apply to new homeowners associations with 20 units or less. This will be an interesting law to see how it unfolds, as the homeowners who do not qualify as lower or moderate income will be responsible for supplementing any increased costs for maintaining the development.

AB 1572 POTABLE WATER / ADDS WATER CODE §§ 110, 10608.14, AMENDS WATER CODE §§ 10540, 10608.12, 10608.22 Starting on January 1, 2029, homeowners associations will be prohibited from using potable water to irrigate “nonfunctional turf” in common areas. “Nonfunctional turf” means any turf that is not “functional turf” and includes turf located

within street rights-of-way and parking lots. “Functional turf” means a ground cover surface of turf located in a “recreational use area” or community space. Turf enclosed by fencing or other barriers to permanently preclude human access for recreation or assembly is not functional turf. “Recreational use area” means an area designated by a property owner to accommodate human foot traffic for recreation, including, but not limited to, sports fields, golf courses, playgrounds, picnic grounds, or pet exercise areas. This recreation may be either formal or informal. Associations should consult with legal counsel and their landscape maintenance contractors to determine whether they have any “nonfunctional turf” areas that need removal or conversion to non-potable water irrigation.

SB 71 The damages entities and individuals can seek in small claims court have increased. Corporations can now seek up to $6,250. Individuals can now seek up to $12,500. Further, damages in “limited civil cases” increased from $25,000 to $35,000.

SB 428 HARASSMENT / AMENDS CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE § 527.8 With the significant increase in harassment of board members, managers, and vendors, currently, the only solution is to file an individual civil harassment restraining order petition. This petition only covers one individual and their family. This limitation means associations must file multiple civil harassment restraining order petitions to protect the entire board of directors. Under this new law, as of January 1, 2025, an employer, which includes homeowners associations, will be able to file a petition for a restraining order to protect multiple employees, including board members, managers, employees, and vendors, from harassment. Jason A. Savlov, Esq. is the Partner in Charge of Litigation at Adams|Stirling PLC, with offices throughout California, including Palm Desert. You can reach Jason at jsavlov@adamsstirling. com or (760) 620-0747.

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ore than 74.2 million Americans reside in homeowners associations, condominiums, housing cooperatives, and other planned communities. We hope to have fruitful and successful state legislative sessions in 2024.

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The Basics of Obtaining Insurance and Protections from your Contractors! By Meaghan Gaffney-Howe, CMCA, AMS and Chris Sigler, BSCE, CDT

t goes without saying that our trusted business partners and contractors are an essential part of our associations’ well-being. Nearly all the physical operations of the community are carried out by independent contractors of various forms, to keep our facilities in good shape and in good repair. Many maintenance tasks and repairs are performed by general contractors, roofing contractors, painting contractors, and landscape contractors - to name a few. While the association does have some say in the activities of the contractors (such as requesting that buckets be placed over the ground lights while trimming the palm trees), the contractor is often hired as the expert to carry out tasks. The association can determine what they wish for the contractor to do, but the contractor many times is called upon to determine the means and methods to perform those tasks. In every case, the contractor must take necessary precautions to insure and indemnify the association if something goes wrong during the performance of their work. Regardless of the type of work, it is important that the association takes steps to make sure that it is properly covered to address any potential problems occurring. Examples of important documents are described below and to help ensure that the repairs or maintenance tasks are being performed using “best practices” and that they provide proper protections.

GENERAL CONTRACTORS LICENSE The General Contractors License is the simplest way to ensure that the contractor is properly licensed for the work being requested of them. You can check that the license, its status, and information is active and accurate by visiting the Contractors State License Board website at www.cslb.ca.gov.

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GENERAL LIABILITY General Liability Insurance (“GL”) coverage indemnifies the association from claims (accidents or damages) that might arise during, and because of, the contractor’s work. One simple example would be if a tree trimmer drops a limb and severely damages a guest’s vehicle. The guest seeks reimbursement for the damage from the association, as the incident occurred on association property. A Certificate of Liability Insurance is useful in determining whether the contractor carries adequate coverage to bid on a project.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND PITFALLS OF “OBTAINING INSURANCE” FROM A CONTRACTOR: Please be aware of the following important pitfalls that could harm our associations:

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The ACORD form that is typically provided is NOT an additional insured document if the association is only listed as a certificate holder. The ACORD only provides information about what insurance the contractor has and does not convey ANY RIGHTS upon the certificate holder. Prior to commencement of work, the association should be furnished with an additional insured endorsement from the contractor’s insurance agent, naming the association as an additional insured on the contractor’s general liability policy. The additional insured endorsement should include the name of the association c/o the management company, as well as the physical address of the association. (See below regarding exclusions).

THESE ENDORSEMENTS ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS THAT YOU NEED FOR INSURANCE!

The GL policy should include “products and completed operations” coverage, which affords coverage for a loss caused because of the contractor’s work following completion of the work. It is important to make sure that there are no policy exclusions which can be to the detriment of the association and the contractor, such as a condo exclusion that would state that the policy does not cover work performed in common interest developments such as HOAs. Contact the contractor’s agent directly to clarify any concerns you have regarding exclusions.

COMMERCIAL AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY This is an auto policy that is needed for vehicles that are used during the contractor’s business while on association property; these commercial policies vary slightly from “private party” auto insurance. If the contractor is a sole proprietor, this may not be something that they have. Recommended coverage limits vary significantly depending on the size and nature of the contract and the type of work being performed. Legal counsel and/or your insurance professional should be able to help you to sort out the importance of whether commercial policies for autos are needed, depending upon the circumstances and type of work involved.

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION Unless a business has only one employee and that employee is the owner of the company, workers’ compensation insurance is required by California law. If there are workers employed by the contractor as is usually the case, the association could be placed at risk if a contractor does not carry workers’ compensation insurance and one of their employees is injured while working on association property. The best way to make sure that the contractor has proper workers’ comp insurance is to obtain a copy of the contractor’s workers’ compensation insurance certificate. One way of protecting the association is to ensure that your association carries zero payroll workers’ compensation coverage. This coverage can be obtained for about $400 per year and will provide the association with some protection in the event that there is an issue with a contractor’s coverage amidst a claim. These are basic best practices to utilize to protect your association from harm. Of course, when in doubt, you should contact your legal counsel and/or your insurance professional, to ensure that you have all that you need to properly protect your association. Meaghan Gaffney-Howe, CMCA, AMS is a community manager and Vice President of The Gaffney Group, Inc. Meaghan can be reached at meaghan@thegaffneygroup.net. Chris Sigler is the President and Owner of C.L. Sigler & Associates, Inc., a Construction Management and Consulting firm that has exclusively served the HOA industry for 22 years. He is a Civil Engineer by trade with more than 30 years of Engineering and Construction experience and is actively involved in SB 326 inspections throughout the Coachella Valley. Chris is certified with the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) as a Construction Documents Technologist. Located in Palm Desert, his firm serves the Coachella Valley and Riverside County, while serving the San Francisco Bay Area in Northern California from their San Jose Corporate office. Chris can be reached at 408-210-8003 or by email at chris@siglercm.com www.siglercm.com

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Strengthening Community Bonds: Security Officers as Catalysts for Homeowner Associations By Christopher Bair

n the realm of neighborhood security, the dynamic between security officers and homeowner associations plays a pivotal role in fostering a safe and united community. Beyond the conventional responsibilities of maintaining security, these officers can become ambassadors for collaboration, working hand-in-hand with residents to enhance the overall well-being of the community. One of the primary challenges faced by security officers is overcoming homeowner apathy – the sense of detachment that can pervade residential communities. To address this issue, proactive engagement is key. Security officers can attend and support community meetings, acting as liaisons between homeowners and the association surrounding security needs. These gatherings provide a platform for open communication, allowing residents to voice concerns and contribute ideas. By fostering a sense of inclusivity, security officers can transform apathy into active participation. To further strengthen community spirit, security officers can spearhead initiatives that promote neighborly connections. Neighborhood watch programs, social events, and collaborative projects encourage residents to interact positively. By helping to organize events such as community clean-ups, or educational workshops, security officers create opportunities for neighbors to

forge meaningful connections. Building a sense of community not only deters criminal activity but also contributes to a more appealing and attractive living environment. Education is another powerful tool in your security company’s arsenal. By helping to conduct safety workshops and distributing informative materials, security officers can empower residents to play an active role in their own security. Understanding the importance of vigilance and adopting simple security measures can go a long way in creating a safer community.

Furthermore, leveraging technology can enhance security measures and community engagement simultaneously. Implementing neighborhood watch apps, online forums, and surveillance systems can create a networked community where residents and security officers collaborate seamlessly. This not only promotes faster communication in times of need but also fosters a sense of shared responsibility for the community's well-being. In conclusion, the relationship between security officers and homeowner associations is a linchpin in the creation of a secure and vibrant community. By actively engaging with residents, organizing events, fostering collaboration, and leveraging technology, security officers can transform neighborhoods, creating not just safe havens but thriving communities where residents take pride in their shared space. The path to a safer and more appealing environment begins with the partnership between security officers and homeowners, working together toward a common goal of community well-being. Happy New Year everyone! Christopher Bair is the Business Development Manager at Securitas Security Services in Palm Desert. He can be reached at: (760) 779-0728 or by email at Christopher.Bair@Securitasinc.com.

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JOIN A 2024 CAI-CV COMMITTEE CAI-CV HAS 14 STANDING COMMITTEES, WITH MORE THAN 150 VOLUNTEERS. CAI-CV COMMITTEES HAVE BEEN RECOGNIZED WITH 27 CAI NATIONAL AWARDS IN THE PAST EIGHT YEARS. ABOUT CAI-CV COMMITTEES All CAI-CV members in good standing are eligible to serve on Chapter committees. Committees strive to have representatives from all three membership categories. CAI-CV members may serve on more than one committee. There is no cost to serving on a CAI-CV committee. Volunteers are always welcome. Volunteering for a committee will typically occupy two to three hours per month. Most committees meet monthly, however event committees may meet more frequently in the months leading up to the event. Committee meetings are typically via Zoom. Each committee is structured with a leadership team that includes a CAI-CV Director as the Liaison to the Chapter Board, a Committee Chair, and one or more Committee Co-Chairs. Committee leaders are part of the Chapter’s Professional Strategic Leadership Program. Typically, Chairs and Co-Chairs have served on a committee for a year or more and have shown leadership capabilities. As part of the Chapter’s succession plan, Directors on the CAI-CV Board must have served for at least one year as a Chair, Co-Chair, or CLAC Delegate. Resources for committee members are located on the CAI-CV website under Resources, and then under the Committee Tools & Resources tab.

CAI-CV STANDING COMMITTEES

CAI-CV committees fall within four major categories. Administrative committees have ongoing responsibilities that keep the Chapter running smoothly. Educational committees focus on providing top-tier education and continuing education units (CEUs) for all members. Membership support committees focus on specific needs of each of the three major membership groups: business partners, homeowner leaders, and community association managers. Networking and fundraising committees plan networking events to raise support for CAI-CV’s educational programs.

ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEES HOA Living Magazine Committee • Publication of CAI-CV’s Award-Winning Monthly Magazine • Advertising in HOA Living

Legislative Support Committee • Choose & Support CLAC Delegates • Keep Members Apprised of HOA Legislation • Grassroots Lobbying • District Meetings with Legislators

Social Media Committee • Social Media • Internal Communications for CAI Events & Programs • External Communications & Media Relations

Volunteer Committee • Provide Volunteers for CAI-CV Events and Programs

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Web & Tech Committee • Web design and content review • APP design • Association Management System (AMS) design

EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEES Education Committee • In-person educational programs and mini trade show for all members. • Manager on the Run (MOTR) Program for Managers and Assistant Managers • CAMDAY for managers and assistant managers • Educated Business Partner Course for business partners • Board Member Workshops (BMW) for Association Board Members and Desert Cities HOA Council members • Common Interest Development (CID) Law Course • CMCA Review Course

MEMBERSHIP SUPPORT COMMITTEES Business Partner Committee • Onboarding New Business Partner Members • Organze Mini Trade Shows • Outreach to Potential Business Partners • Develop Marketing & Networking Opportunities

Homeowner Leader Committee • Onboarding for New Homeowner Leader Members • Outreach to Potential Homeowner Leaders • Homeowner Leader Education & Publications • CAI-CV Medallion Community Program • CAI Homeowner Leader Certificate Program • Desert Cities HOA Council

Professional Managers Committee • Onboarding for New Manager Members • Outreach to Potential Manager Members • Career Development & Statewide Job Board • CAI-CV Carol A. Fulton Scholarship Fund • Higher Education for Managers • CAI National Courses & CAI Professional Designations

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WHAT ARE THE PREREQUISITES FOR THE PCAM DESIGNATION? • Five years of direct community association management experience. • Successful completion of all six M-200 level courses (with the last PMDP course completed within the past five years). • Successfully passed the CMCA examination administered by CAMICB.

HOW DO YOU PURSUE THE PCAM DESIGNATION? • Complete the prerequisites. • Earn a minimum total of 125 points on the PCAM application, including: • A minimum of 55 points in Section II. • A maximum of 20 points is allowed for Professional Designations or Licenses. • A maximum of 30 points is allowed for Formal Education. • Complete the PCAM application. You may attached additional copies of each page if needed. • Submit the nonrefundable application fee with the PCAM application. • Member: $225 (Individual Manager Membership) • Nonmember: $460 • All applicants have one year from the date of application approval to complete the Case Study. Failure to complete a Case Study will require you to re-apply with payment. Your PCAM application must have been approved prior to you being able to register to sit for the Case Study.

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YOU WILL RECEIVE: • A professionally made outdoor Medallion Community logo sign that can be mounted to your gate or entrance. • A professionally designed electronic logo that can be added to your website, business cards, and marketing materials. • A cover-feature article in CAI-CV’s award-winning HOA Living Magazine

(Application includes a questionnaire designed to evaluate an HOA’s best practices in all operational areas. The application is reviewed by CAI-CV Homeowner Leaders who either award Medallion status or provide feedback on areas needing improvement. The first-time application fee for CAI-CV members is $300 with a 2-year renewal fee of $200. Contact CAI-CV (760) 341-0559 or email clockett@cai-cv.org for more information.)

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How a Pond Can Enhance Your Outdoors, Cut Your Water Bill, and Improve Your Property Value By Coachella Valley Water District DO’S AND DON’TS • Place a pond in a shaded or dappled shade area for less water evaporation • Add plenty of surface floating plants to reduce surface area to evaporation • Include an auto-fill device to make maintenance easier • Avoid tiered-style fountains. In the desert, they are usually water wasters as they are designed to promote evaporation to cool the surrounding air. In the Coachella Valley, our lifestyle embraces water conservation. Here’s one step you may not have imagined --- install a pond. It uses less water than grass lawn and can cut your water bill.

REASONS TO ADD AN ENVIRONMENT-FRIENDLY POND 1. Adds visual interest and a sense of serenity. 2. Provides cooling compared to rocks or sand outside your home. 3. Increases the appearance of butterflies, dragonflies (which eat mosquitoes), birds, bees and other beneficial garden-friendly wildlife. 4. Provides water to pollinators and pets alike. 5. Promotes plant life that use up nutrients to keep water clean and healthy and reduce algae growth. 6. Requires no harmful pesticides or fertilizers 7. Stores and recirculates water with no runoff 8. Boosts the value of your property. 9. Suits big or small gardens. 10. Comes in many shapes and sizes. 11. Promotes positive effects on health and calmness and reduces anxiety. 32

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Friday, January 19, 2024, 11:15 a.m. CAI-CV EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM & MINI TRADE SHOW

COMBATTING APATHY AND BUILDING COMMUNITY SPIRIT IN YOUR HOA • Learn how you can put the “community” back in your community association. • Learn how to combat apathy in your community. • Find out easy and low-cost ideas to combat the negativity trend in community associations.

This is an interactive session so come prepared to share your ideas!

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Clint Atherton PCAM, LSM

General Manager Sun City Palm Desert

CLICK HERE OR SCAN QR CODE TO REGISTER Lunch and Trade Show Included 11:15 AM TO 1:30 PM $100 Business Partners $42 Managers

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In high school, Mike was caught digging a pool behind the football field… by hand! Today he remodels pools! Was there ever any doubt? Remodeling pools and Backyards since 1969 Quality work at a fair price

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FEBRUARY CAI-CV & DESERT CITIES HOA COUNCIL BOARD MEMBER WORKSHOP

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TOPIC: Disruptive Owners & Rogue Board Members WHEN: Tuesday, February 6, 2024, 8:30 a.m. WHERE: Via Zoom REGISTER: SPONSORSHIPS: CAI’S NATIONAL LAW SEMINAR (For HOA attorneys)

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WHEN: Wednesday-Saturday, February 14-17, 2024 WHERE: Las Vegas REGISTER: CAI-CV EDUCATIONAL BREAKFAST PROGRAM & MINI TRADE SHOW (for all members)

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CAI-CV & CITY OF INDIAN WELLS HOA WORKSHOP & Mini Trade Show (For Indian Wells HOA residents, community managers & board members)

WHEN: Saturday, January 20, 2024, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. WHERE: Indian Wells Golf Resort 44500 Indian Wells Ln, Indian Wells REGISTRATION: SPONSORSHIPS: CAI-CV ANNUAL AWARDS EVENT – DISCO WHEN: Friday, January 26, 2024, 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Agua Caliente Casino, Rancho Mirage

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