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In This Issue

• Roadway and Infrastructure Development Programs • SlowDown! Protecting Your Community from Speeding Vehicles • Amenity or Necessity? ShouldWe Open the Pool and/or Clubhouse? ....and more

The Community Associations Institute New Jersey chapter would like to thank its 2021 Ultimate Partners below. For more information on our sponsorships, please contact CAI-NJ at 609-588-0030 or info@cainj.org.

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THE CAI-NJ COMMUNITY TRENDS ® MAGAZINE CONTENTS

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Roadway and Infrastructure Development Programs: In-Depth Road Inspections — Programs & Budgets

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for Community Managers By Charles Witczak, PE, PP, PLS Witczak Engineering

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Slow Down! Protecting Your Community from Speeding Vehicles By Andrew Amorosi, PE, RS The Falcon Group — Engineering, Architecture & Reserve Specialists

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Amenity or Necessity? Should We Open the Pool and/or Clubhouse? By George Greatrex, Esq. Hill Wallack LLP Management Trends: Road Inspections, Budgeting, Protecting By Robert Davidson CAMCO Management

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EXTRAS President’s Corner Looking Ahead

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CAI-NJ Upcoming Events

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Legislative Update

Your Voice is Key for NJ-LAC and CA-PAC What Should You be Thinking About Right Now? Community Association COVID-19 Update Jules C. Frankel Manager Scholarship Information

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2021 Live Stream Session Schedule

CMCA Virtual Exam Study Group Registration

2021 Education Proposal Forms

Skill Building Workshop — Save the Date 2021 Dennis R. Casale Memorial Golf Outing — Save the Date 31 Community Association Virtual Roundtable Registration 37 LAC Virtual Roundtable Discussion — Save the Date 39 F.A.S.T Paint & Sip Fundraiser Registration 42 New Members 50 CAI Membership Application 51 2021 Ultimate Partner Listings 52 2021 Webinar Wednesdays 55 27 HOA Board 101 Program Registration

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CAI-NJ BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT ELECT JEFFREY LOGAN GUARDIAN SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.

PRESIDENT LOREN LIGHTMAN, ESQ. HILL WALLACK LLP

VICE PRESIDENT TONY NARDONE, MBA, PCAM CORNER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, AAMC

TREASURER CHRISTOPHER NICOSIA, CMCA, AMS, PCAM PRIME MANAGEMENT, INC., AAMC

SECRETARY BENJAMIN BASCH AMERICAN POOL ENTERPRISES

BOARD MEMBERS

Mary Barrett, Esq. Stark & Stark Business Partner Vanessa J. Davenport Regency at Quailbrook Homeowners Association Homeowner Leader Ryan Fleming JGS Insurance Business Partner

Charles Lavine Traditions at Federal Point Condominium Association Homeowner Leader Steven Mlenak, Esq. Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis, LLP Business Partner Kristina Munson, CMCA, AMS, PCAM RCP Management Company, AAMC, AMO Community Association Manager

GENERAL COUNSEL Jason Orlando, Esq. Orlando Murphy LLP

GENERAL COUNSEL EMERITUS Wendell A. Smith, Esq., CCAL Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis, LLP

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Jennifer Nevins, CMCA DW Smith Associates, LLC

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PRESIDENT’S CORNER Loren Lightman, Esq. CAI-NJ 2021 PRESIDENT HILL WALLACK LLP

CAI-NJ TEAM

ANGELA KAVANAUGH CHAPTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANGELA@CAINJ.ORG JACLYN OSKIERKO DIRECTOR, CONFERENCE & EVENTS JACLYN@CAINJ.ORG BROOKE STOPPIELLO-NEVINS COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER BROOKE@CAINJ.ORG ROBIN SURGENT MEMBERSHIP MANAGER ROBIN@CAINJ.ORG JENNIFER FARRELL ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR JENNIFER@CAINJ.ORG

“The best thing about the future is that it comes one day at a time.” – Abraham Lincoln

Upcoming Events At this juncture, the chapter board and staff are continuing to evaluate the ever-changing circumstances “one day at a time” with regard to planning upcoming events. We are cautiously optimistic that we will be able to plan for in-person events at some point in the near future and some early planning is in progress. Further information will be forthcoming as such events are confirmed so please be on the lookout for news and announcements. For the immediate time being, there are many exciting virtual events to look forward to. The chapter’s Virtual Conference & Expo Live Stream Sessions are continuing to run through March. You may view the Virtual Expo event page at https://cainj.org/live-streams/ on the chapter’s website in order to register for an opportunity to meet and interact with exhibitors each week about the products and services each exhibitor provides. The Live Streams are free to all homeowner leaders and managers. The chapter is excited to be celebrating International Women’s Week with a series of programming organized by our Women’s Leadership Committee. Please join us from Monday, March 8th through Friday, March 12, 2021 with sessions that encourage building your network through defining what it means to be a strong leader. Events center around networking and education and include a presentation by keynote speaker Amy Kosnikowski Dilisio on effective leadership skills, a panel discussion by the female repre- sentatives of the New Jersey Legislative Action Committee and a question and answer discussion with top female industry leaders. The event, which is open to all members of CAI-NJ as well as non-members, offers varying CEU credits for managers. Please visit the event page at https://cainj.org/2021-wl-retreat/ for more detailed information and to register today. Continuing with the well-attended Roundtable events, the next Community Association Virtual Roundtable Discussion will be on March 17, 2021. This event will be a roundtable event for managers and homeowner leaders with sponsored speakers discussing timely issues affecting the community association industry includ- ing board elections, fire safety regulations and how not all contractors are created equal. Please visit the event page at https://www.cai-nj.org/event-4148197 for more information and to register. The Road Map for Your Community The theme of this month’s issue is “The Road Map for Your Community”. Articles in this issue address – literally – the roads within a community association. The article entitled CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 59

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LOOKING AHEAD ANGELA KAVANAUGH | CAI-NJ CHAPTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR “I do the very best I can to look upon life with optimism and hope and looking forward to a better day.” — Rosa Parks

Season to Learn and Network The chapter calendar is getting full as we develop our educational programs and events, moving forward, always keeping the safety of our members as a top priority. The Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Boss Retreat, will kick off the month as we celebrate International’s Women’s Week. Check out Loren Lightman, Esq.’s column on page 5 for all the details on this new virtual programming presented by the Women’s Leadership Committee. To register for this event, please visit https://cainj.org/2021-wl-retreat/ . Virtual Live Streams are conducted every Tuesday and Thursday through the end of March. This is your oppor- tunity to speak with our exhibitors who are experts in their fields. Have fun while asking your questions and become informed on important topics that affect you and your com- munities. For additional exhibitor details and to register visit https://cainj.org/live-streams/ . Community Association Virtual Roundtable Discussions. On March 17th, the chapter will be host- ing a virtual roundtable for managers and homeowner leaders. The planned topics of discussion are, Not All Contractors are Created Equal; Board Elections; Fire Safety Regulations; Security Systems; and Why Your Association Dues are Still Your Association Dues, Even During COVID. Please visit https://www.cai-nj.org/event-4148197 to register today. Wednesday Webinars will start up again early April. These timely educational sessions will be presented by our Ultimate Partners where you will have the opportunity to learn and have your questions answered by our indus- try professionals. Be sure to check out the Wednesday Webinar Schedule on page 55. HOA Board 101: Guidance in Leading Your Community Effectively – Created as an introduction CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 61

Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring This season brings new life and fresh hope as most of us are looking forward to the first day of Spring, March 20th. The landscape is turning green again, chocolate is on sale, and no major holidays to worry about or gifts to stress over. These are just some of the many reasons to look forward to March. Season to Plan This year is especially celebratory as we plan on how we can eventually open-up our communities while keeping residents safe. Vaccinations are becoming more readily available and boards are assessing their options of open- ing their community amenities to residents. Please read George Greatrex, Esq.’s article on page 28 titled, Amenity or Necessity? It discusses what factors should be consid- ered when deciding whether the risks outweigh the benefits for opening the amenities. With the snow behind us, March is also the optimum time to inspect roadways and plan for the necessary repairs. Charles Witczak, PE, PP, PLS’s article on page, 16, Roadway and Infrastructure Development Programs, explains the importance of roadway, infrastructure, and drainage studies and suggests what should be considered when planning maintenance and repairs. The safety of residents and pets on community roads is crucial. Andrew Amorosi, P.E., R.S, discusses speed calming methods and devises in his article, Slow Down! Protecting your Community from Speeding Vehicles, on page 24. We are just about one year into our two-week quarantine. Sadly, everyone has been affected in some way, but now there is more than just a glimmer of hope for the world to move forward.

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CALENDAR 2021 Events & Education

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MAY

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Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual 2021 Act Like a Lady | Think Like a Boss Retreat Virtual Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual Community Association Virtual Roundtable Discussion Virtual Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual Virtual Expo: Live Stream Session Virtual

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

LAC Virtual Roundtable Discussion Virtual Educated Business Partner Course Location TBD

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Wednesday Webinar Virtual

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2 15 30

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

Dennis R Casale Memorial Golf Outing Forsgate Country Club, Monroe Twp.

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

Details about our Live Stream Sessions can be found on page 20 & our Wednesday Webinar Sessions can be found on page 55.

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Wednesday Webinar Virtual

Register for these and other events at www.cainj.org. All events are subject to change .

HOA BOARD 101: Guidance in Leading Your Community Effectively Virtual Business Partner, Skill Building Workshop - Think Outside the Inbox Virtual

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Wednesday Webinar Virtual

F.A.S.T. Virtual Paint & Sip Fundraiser Virtual

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

GEORGE GREATREX, ESQ. PARTNER, HILL WALLACK LLP LEGISLATIVE ACTION COMMITTEE CHAIR

UPDATE ON COVID-19 IMMUNITY LEGISLATION FOR COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES

I am pleased to offer the following legislative update authored by Ed San George, MPA, PCAM, one of the mem- bers of our Legislative Action Committee. Ed is the President of INTEGRA Management Corporation, has closely followed the LAC’s efforts to pass immunity legislation, and has spoken at our various webinars the past year on this important subject. Thanks to Ed for his efforts and for this update:

E ach of us as professionals, vendors, practioners and volunteers are acutely aware of the challeng- es that COVID-19 has presented to operating common facilities, most notably, swimming pools, and the mostly bold decisions by boards to not open pools in the 2020 summer season in NJ. We are also sensitive and acutely aware of the economic impact to pool operators, activity and amenity services providers and others who are valued members of CAI-NJ who are being adversely affected by restrictions to opening amenities. In fact our CAI-NJ board has approached CA-LAC to attempt to facilitate some form of legislation that will protect boards, management companies and service providers to operate without fear of legal jeop- ardy in the event that a COVID-19 claim is brought by an aggrieved owner, guest or service vendor. We have proposed an immunity protection law that will be broad enough to cover our valued industry providers, our boards and the community association membership at large, but that will be limited to our specific industry. By narrowing the legislation to our industry we are hopeful our legislators and Governor will recognize the particular issues of our non-profit community associations, our constituent membership in the industry, and the unique service requirements of community associations to offer recreational services and amenities — not as our only or primary service, or

as a profit center, or as business provid- ing a livelihood to business owners, but as an adjunct to the overall operations and governance of a common interest residential community. In New Jersey, eleven different forms of immunity legislation have been intro- duced, affecting health care providers,

Ed San George, MPA, PCAM

active adult communities and other non-profit civic and sport organizations. The only legislation that passed and signed into the law is the health care protection law. Only six states nation- wide have passed COVID-19 immunity legislation. Based on those numbers, we understand the challenge. We crafted language amending Title 2A:53A-7 — Immunity From Liability For Negligence — by introduc- ing “no cause of action” language in NJ Assembly bill A4979 , as follows: 1. a. Any illness, injury, death, or other dam- ages arising from, or related to, an exposure to, or transmission of COVID-19 on the prem- ises of a planned real estate development shall not give rise to any cause of action. b. The immunity provided pursuant to sub- section a. of this section shall not apply to acts or omissions constituting a crime, actual fraud, actual malice, gross negligence, reck- lessness, or willful misconduct.

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2021 CAI-NJ COMMITTEES

AWARDS COMMITTEE Michelle Gadaleta — Chair Mary Visco — Vice Chai r

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE Michael Mezzo — Chair Carol Shenk — Vice Chair Robert Arnone, CMCA, AMS Martin Cabalar, Esq. Don Cabrera, CMCA Neeraj Chander Melissa Lathrop, RS Nicole Martone, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Steven Morris, PE, RS Drew Podolski Robert Roop, PE Michael Ryan Larry Thomas, PCAM

HOMEOWNER LEADERS COMMITTEE Roslyn Brodsky — Chair Richard Pucciarelli — Vice Chair Traci Benish

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Kathleen Radler — Chair Nichole Gist — Vice Chair Tara Baldwin Lysa Bergenfeld, Esq. Roslyn Brodsky Megan Elgard Nikolaos Haralambopoulos Shannon Hill Debra Rizzi Steve Roderick Ken Shah

Jeanine Clark Drew Cowley Lindsay Cupples Kim Dempsey Annie Gonzales Kari Prout, CMCA Peter Shine Eileen Szelewicki, CMCA Sandi Wiktor Board Liaisons: Loren Lightman, Esq. Jeff Logan Staff Liaison: Jaclyn Oskierko BUSINESS PARTNER COMMITTEE Jessica Vail — Chair Lisa Wagner — Vice Chair

Salvatore Gurriero Vonetta Hawkins Richard Lans Deana Luchs Cheryl Palent Howard Straum Robert Travis, CIRMS Board Liaisons: Vanessa J. Davenport

Amy Shorter Mark Siwiak Briana Walsh Board Liaisons: Charles Lavine Steven Mlenak, Esq.

Charles Lavine Staff Liaisons: Jaclyn Oskierko Robin Surgent LEGISLATIVE ACTION COMMITTEE (LAC)/PAC George Greatrex, Esq. — Chair Matthew Earle, Esq. — Vice Chair Joseph Chorba, CPA — Treasurer Michael Pesce, PCAM — Secretary Elizabeth Comando, CMCA, PCAM — PAC President

Charles Witczak Board Liaisons: Mary Barrett, Esq. Benjamin Basch Staff Liaison:

Staff Liaison: Robin Surgent NETWORKING EVENTS COMMITTEE

Brooke Stoppiello-Nevins F.A.S.T. COMMITTEE Nicole Miller — Chair Jessica Baker — Vice Chair Chelsea Donnigan Eric Eggert Kristi Evans Shelby Evans, CPA, CMCA Ashley Gray, CMCA

Thomas Asciolla Theresa Beckett Jose Elvir Carrie Fusella Dawn Kearney

Freedom Hildreth — Chair Daniel Reilly — Vice Chair Cathy Brennan Dean Catanzarite Diane Cody, CMCA, PCAM Rhett Cowley Janice Ellery Gary Gleitman Pam Illiano Richard Lang Jessica Marvel Debbie Pasquariello, CIRMS

Paul Raetsch — PAC Vice President James Rademacher — PAC Committee Barbara Drummond, CMCA, PCAM A. Christopher Florio, Esq. Eric Frizzell, Esq.

Terry Kessler Toni Licciardi Mike Luzzi Kim Manicone Jill Nappi Herman Shauger David Velasco Michael Vennitti Gregory Vinogradsky

Steven Kuhnert Regina Lebron Jessica Long Endrick Rodrigues

Vincent J. Hager, CIRMS Sue Howe, AMS, PCAM Karyn A. Kennedy Branco, Esq. Christine F. Li, Esq. Jim P. Magid, CMCA, PCAM Thomas C. Martin, Esq. Glen A. Masullo, CMCA, PCAM J. David Ramsey, Esq. Edward San George, PCAM Board Liaisons:

Sam Schneider Lauren Vadenais Gabe Vitale Kristy Winchock Jose Romero Board Liaisons: Jeff Logan Kristina Munson, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Staff Liaisons: Brooke Stoppiello-Nevins Robin Surgent GOLF COMMITTEE Tom Witkowski — Chair Ross Rutman — Vice Chair Chris Belkot Harold Berlowe Scott Brandle Keith Giliberti, RS Fred Hodge Sal Iozzia Paul Migliore Mike Polulak David Shahrabani Jasmin Shelton Ryan Weiner Paul Wojciechowski Board Liaisons: Tony Nardone, MBA, PCAM Chris Nicosia, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Staff Liaison: Jaclyn Oskierko Hank Johns Lisa Komitor Karl Meth

Chris Rosati David Ross Melissa Volet Erica Taras Kasey Ronan Board Liaisons: Charles Lavine Chris Nicosia, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Staff Liaison: Jaclyn Oskierko WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE Cheryl Rhine, CIRMS — Chair Martinia Heath, CMCA, AMS — Vice Chair Karen Carway-Meehan, CMCA Jessica Hatton Lirelle Klein

Board Liaisons: Benjamin Basch

Ryan Fleming Staff Liaisons: Jaclyn Oskierko Robin Surgent CONFERENCE & EXPO COMMITTEE Jessica Kizmann — Chair Jackie Thermidor, CMCA, AMS, PCAM — Vice Chair

Vanessa J. Davenport Steven Mlenak, Esq. Staff Liaisons: Angela Kavanaugh Robin Surgent MANAGER COMMITTEE Denise Becker, CMCA, AMS, PCAM — Chair Dawn Mackanic, CMCA — Vice Chair Raymond Barnes, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Mary Barone, CMCA, AMS Robert Davidson Chuck Graziano, PCAM Erin O’Reilly, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Vincent Rapolla, AMS David Salter, CMCA Kerri Stimpson, CMCA, AMS Elaine Warga-Murray, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Board Liaisons: Kristina Munson, CMCA, AMS, PCAM Tony Nardone, MBA, PCAM

Donna Belkot Joe Bonafede Jay Burak Nicole Camarota, CMCA, AMS

Ellen Comiski Catherine Daly John Echelmeier Saher Gouda Janice Heussler Dorothy Nicklus Kevin Oliver Scott Palmieri Jeff Pane Board Liaisons: Ryan Fleming Jeff Logan Staff Liaison: Jaclyn Oskierko

Georgette Kyriacou Kristin Marzarella Carol Nickerson, CMCA Nicole Skaro Mariaellen Varelis Board Liaisons: Mary Barrett, Esq. Loren Lightman, Esq.

Staff Liaisons: Jaclyn Oskierko Robin Surgent

Staff Liaisons: Jaclyn Oskierko Robin Surgent

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CAI-NJ 2021 PARTNERS

FWH Associates, P.A. G&C Electronics GAF Hill Wallack LLP Kipcon Inc. McGovern Legal Services, LLC mem property management, co, inc, Rezkom Enterprises, Inc. Taylor Management Company, AAMC, AMO

Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC Associa Community Management Corp., AAMC Becker BELFOR Property Restoration Brown & Brown Insurance of Lehigh Valley C & L Services Pavement Maintenance Corner Property Management, AAMC Denali Property Management, Inc. DW Smith Associates, LLC a Subsidiary of PS&S

Technocality, Inc. WilkinGuttenplan

The Falcon Group - Engineering, Architecture & Reserve Specialists

Popular Association Banking Preferred Community Management Services, Inc., AAMC Professional Restoration Services

Accent Group Adamas Building Services All County Exteriors

FirstService Residential, AAMC Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis, LLP Guardian Service Industries, Inc. Griffin Alexander, P.C. Hillcrest Paving & Excavating, Inc. Jesan Construction and Maintenance

Alliance Association Bank Amco Pest Services, Inc. Apex Contractors, LLC Becht Engineering BT, Inc. Buckalew Frizzell & Crevina LLP Cowley’s Termite & Pest Control Services Curcio, Mirzaian & Sirot, LLC Cutolo Barros, LLC Dior Construction, Roofing, and Siding Environmental Designers Irrigation, Inc.

Quality 1st Contracting, Inc. Rainbow G & J Painting, LLC Regal Restoration RMG, Regency Management Group, Inc., AAMC SageWater Stark & Stark USI Insurance Services Valley Bank Witczak Engineering

JGS Insurance Services Lemus Construction, Inc. L.N. Rothberg & Son, Inc. Mackoul Risk Solutions, LLC

Morris Engineering, LLC National Contractors, Inc. O&S Associates, Inc. PeopleFirst Property & Casualty Services

Accurate Reconstruction AR Management Company EOSSO Brothers Paving Felsen Insurance Services, Inc.

Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, P.C. Hueston McNulty, P.C.

Radom & Wetter Attorneys at Law The Rahn Companies Renda Roads South Shore Construction, LLC Wilkin Management Group, Inc.

MyPropertyBilling.com, LLC National Cooperative Bank

YOUR NJ-LAC & CA-PAC WORKING HARD PROTECTING THE INTERESTS OF COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS

Walk the halls of our capitol in Trenton and you see a lot of doors… doors to legislator’s offices… doors to committee rooms… doors to the Assembly and Senate chambers. It takes a lot to get through those doors. You’re not just invited in. You need a key. With a key you’re taken seriously. With a key, you get things done. THAT’S WHY CAI-NJ CARRIES THREE KEYS: • Your Legislative Action Committee (NJ-LAC): Your key eyes, ears, legs and voice in the legislative process. • Your Political Action Committee (CA-PAC): Your key contributions to support elected officials who aim to strengthen your community. • Your Professional Lobbyists: Your key, full-time pros retained by the LAC who know government’s ins and outs, advise us on who to see and when, and how to connect . WHAT CAN YOU DO?: • Take Action – Your voice is key! After meeting with elected officials and clarifying our position on pending legislation, we will alert you to the most crucial actions you can take. By calling or writing your officials, you ensure that your voice, and our agenda, is heard. • Give – Your donations are key! Supporting the PAC with your donations shows legislators that you’re serious, and that our cause counts. • Promote – Your personal influence is key! Talk about CAI-NJ’s legislative engagement in your community and business. Let fellow residents know that we’re fighting for them and their communities!

The keys only work with your support.

Make your gift to the CA-PAC today!

Yes, I’d like to support CA-PAC with a pledge!

PLEASE NOTE: Sorry, CA-PAC cannot accept credit cards. Please make your CORPORATE or PERSONAL CHECK payable and mail to: CA-PAC, 500 Harding Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

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____ Community Supporter. You represent a business that supports CAI-NJ communities with services or products.

____ Community Resident. You live in a CAI-NJ community and want to see it grow strong.

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Community/Company: ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Individual Name:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ MailingAddress:______________________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, ZIP:______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:_________________________________________________________Fax: ________________________________________________ Email:________________________________ Occupation:______________________ Employer:_____________________________________ Employer Address:___________________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, ZIP:______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Sorry, CA-PAC cannot accept credit cards. Please make your CORPORATE or PERSONAL CHECK payable and mail to: CA-PAC, 500 Harding Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

Management Company Name: _________________________________________ (Community Association’s Only)

DO NOT INCLUDE MY NAME OR COMPANY ON THE LIST OF CA-PAC CONTRIBUTORS

The New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission requires us to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and name of the employer of contributors whose contribution exceeds $300 in a calendar year. Contributions to CA-PAC are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. Contributions are not limited to suggested amounts. CA-PAC will not favor nor disadvantage anyone based upon the amounts or failure to make PAC Contributions. Voluntary political contributions are subject to limitations of ELEC regulations. CA-PAC contributions are not considered payment of CAI dues. TO DONATE TO CA-PAC, SEND CONTRIBUTIONS TO: CA-PAC, 500 Harding Road, Freehold, NJ 07728

WHAT SHOULD YOU BE THINKING ABOUT RIGHT NOW? COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION COVID-19 UPDATE CAI-NJ Editorial Committee

T he Community Trends ® What Should You be Thinking About Right Now? — Community Association COVID- 19 Update will be a new monthly feature in every issue in 2021. While upcoming issues of Community Trends ® will include featured articles relating to COVID-19 and its impact on community associations in New Jersey, the Community Association COVID-19 Update will pro- vide direct, bullet-point style updates of the latest relevant COVID-19 information available at the time of publication. For the most up to date official information relating to COVID-19 in New Jersey, readers are encouraged to visit the State of New Jersey’s dedicated COVID-19 Information HUB at https://covid19.nj.gov/ . New Jersey continues to administer vaccinations in phases, with recipients’ eligibility determined by certain priority criteria. As of publication, individuals within Phase 1A and 1B are eligible for vaccinations. Visit the State of New Jersey COVID- 19 Information HUB (http://covid19.nj.gov) for information regarding vaccination eligibility, vaccination application pro- cess and locations of vaccination administration. REQUIRING VACCINATION FOR USE OF COMMON AREAS AND AMENITIES As communities begin to weigh the feasibility of re-opening common area amenities, many have questioned whether a community association could require vaccinations before permitting residents or others access to areas such as the clubhouse, pool or gym. While there are many different opinions on whether or not you should require vaccination as a pre-requisite to access, implementing vaccination Updates for March 2021 VACCINATION ELIGIBILITY

only access to common amenities is likely legally per- missible if done properly. The main drawback is that if you adopt such a policy, you must confirm each day that each person entering the amenity is a vaccinated person. That could come at an increased cost to the community. In addition, while vaccination reduces the chance of being infected, it does not completely eliminate it. You should still enforce face coverings and social distancing where required. As a result, it may be more feasible for some communities to keep amenities closed and limit vaccination requirements, if any, to outdoor activities and facilities, such as the pool. If you are considering implementing a vaccination requirement, you should consult with your professionals, including impacted vendors, management and legal coun- sel. Imposing a requirement that residents or others provide proof of vaccination without first consulting legal counsel is not recommended. PUBLIC RECREATIONAL BATHING INFORMATION & RESOURCES For the latest information and requirements for operating swimming pools in New Jersey during the COVID-19 Pandemic, be sure to check out the New Jersey State Department of Health Website: https://www.nj.gov/health/ceohs/sanitation-safety/prb.shtml This is a great resource for community associations and it is updated regularly. n CAI-NJ would like to thank this month’s contributors Editorial Committee Member, Martin Cabalar, Esq., Becker and Editorial Committee Liaison, Board of Director, Benjamin Basch, American Pool!

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Jules C. Frankel Manager Education Assistance Program Community Associations Institute NJ Chapter 2021 PROGRAM

Jules C. Frankel was a long time member of CAI and was a key figure in the success and growth of our chapter. Jules was President of our chapter in 2000. Jules also received the followings awards from CAI-NJ: Speaker of the Year in 2003 and Author of the Year in 2004. Jules was inducted in the CAI-NJ Hall of Fame in 2003. Jules was a staunch advocate for manager education and training and was always willing to help with seminars and industry educational programs. The Jules C. Frankel Manager Education Assistance Program (MAP) was developed to assist New Jersey managers in the common interest community industry in furthering their educational and professional development goals. The MAP provides the opportunity to any CAI-NJ manager member in good standing to apply for a scholarship. CAI-NJ will provide a fifty percent (50%) reimbursement per course to selected managers for any of the 100, 200, or 300 courses offered by CAI. More than one award may be given per applicant. To view available virtual courses, visit the link below to schedule: CAI-NJ will be hosting the following courses in 2021: • M-204 June 10 to June 11 Asbury Park, NJ • M-100 July 15 to July 17 Red Bank, NJ • Virtual Classes Schedule: https://www.caionline.org/LearningCenter/Education-for-Managers/Pages/default.aspx

All awards must be approved by the CAI-NJ Board of Directors. Accordingly, a submission does not guarantee any applicant assistance. Awards are at the sole discretion of the CAI-NJ Board of Directors.

Please review the attached guidelines and application. If you have any questions, please contact the CAI-NJ office at 609-588-0030 or info@cainj.org

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Jules C. Frankel Manager Education Assistance Program Community Associations Institute NJ Chapter GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION PROCESS

AWARD: • The MAP awards a deserving candidate $250 per course (100, 200 and 300 level courses) towards the PMDP course of his/her choice. More than one award may be given during a calendar year. • The Scholarship Review Group will award scholarships once per year no later than April 30 th , 2021. • Scholarships must be used for PMDP courses offered by any CAI Chapter or CAI National. All courses may be in person or online. ELIGIBILITY: • At the time of the application and the reimbursement, you must be a member in good standing with the Community Associations Institute and the New Jersey chapter of CAI. • You must have attended at least 2 CAI-NJ events during the last 12 months. (in-person or virtual) • You may be asked to provide a follow up piece that will be printed in the Community Trends ® magazine that summarizes your experience with the MAP and the ways that it has allowed you to advance your professional goals. CAI-NJ reserves the right to modify any content prior to print. DEADLINES: • All applicants must submit entry no later than March 30 th , 2021 in order to be considered for a scholar- ship award. Selections will be made no later than April 30 th , 2021. PROCESS: • Interested candidates must fill out the attached application and answer the questions for review prior to dates. All entries must be typed and complete to avoid disqualification. Entries must be mailed to the chapter office or printed to PDF and emailed to info@cainj.org. • Anonymous essays are evaluated and award recipients will be selected by the Scholarship Review Group. Should there be a conflict on the committee (meaning that a company representative is evaluating an entry for the same company), that committee member will remove themselves from the process and not participate in the review/selection of the candidates. Since this is an anonymous process, the Chapter Executive Director will inform the Scholarship Review Group members of the conflict. • Selected managers must submit verification of course completion to the CAI-NJ office within 30 days of conclusion of the course to receive the scholarship reimbursement. • All classes must be completed by December 31 st , 2021.

To apply, visit www.cainj.org/map Community Associations Institute, New Jersey chapter

500 Harding Road, Freehold, NJ 07728 Tel: 609-588-0030 | Fax: 609-588-0040 Email: info@cainj.org

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In-depth Road Inspections – Programs & Budgets for Community Managers By Charles Witczak, PE, PP, PLS, Witczak Engineering ROADWAY AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

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I f you manage a community with an extensive number of roadways, sidewalks and, parking spaces, having a Roadway and Infrastructure Development Program creat- ed is a must. An engineer conducts a detailed inspection and prepares a report outlining the often-overlooked road- way elements of the community. This report can also work as an extension of your existing reserve study. It ensures that the right projects are done at the right time to save the community from costly emergency expenditures. Oftentimes, when the engineer discovers an isolated issue – it may later become an emergency because it is part of a bigger, underlying problem. When the issue becomes an emergency – the consequence is a great deal

of pressure on the property manager and a higher cost to fix. Having an engineer involved early on is especially important because they understand that there can be poten- tially more underlying issues and defects underground. They know how to fix and prevent these issues. There may be multiple causes of the problem that can be resolved in a more comprehensive project. It could also avoid exposure and liability to the community. To circumvent major underlying issues, it is imperative to take a proactive approach by performing roadway, infrastructure, and drainage studies. It includes a detailed inspection of the entire complex; roads, drainage, con- crete, sidewalks, other amenities such as basketball or

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Professional Engineer, you are getting an objective perspective and someone who has the community’s best interests in mind. With that being said, the engineer will work on behalf of your community to ensure the paving or infrastructure project is performed correctly and on-schedule. Asphalt Overlay Asphalt overlay is a common method used to “fix” and prevent pavement areas before potholes and other defects occur. The best time to do this is during the spring and sum- mer. It is advised that larger communities should perform it in phases. It is recommended asphalt overlays should be done in conjunction with drainage and piping. The engi- neer will tell you what asphalt, paving and piping all needs to be on the same page to avoid complications and future emergency failures. It is also important to have an in-depth inspection con- duced because if an area is going bad because of water issues, the engineer will need to make sure the area has proper drainage before putting asphalt over the problem area.

tennis courts. The engineer will inspect and create a repair plan for all amenities that will increase the community’s overall value, cost savings and integrity.

But Aren’t all of These Items Already Included in my Reserve Study?

The reserve study may include roadway and pavement but usually in a fundamental, generalized, and non-descript way. Often, there has not been a proper inspection con- ducted, and there is not enough information included to address the full needs of the roadways and infrastructure. Having this focused inspection and report is a significant value-add to your reserve study. This information is exclusive to your roadways, infrastructure, and pavement, which will provide a better projection of the time frame and the costs to fix issues and what preventative maintenance is needed. If the program is precise and adhered to, the cost for repair and upkeep will be less in the long run. When you retain a

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Construction Oversight is Crucial

A roadway project is truly suc- cessful when engineering plan and specifications are properly adhered to. This means, the engineer is onsite to oversee the progress of the project while the paving contractor applies the pavement. It is imperative to make sure all the work is being performed per the engineer’s specifications. Just telling a contractor to “Fix this area” or “apply asphalt here” is not an ade- quate plan. As a property manager, you want to make sure this project is planned, and procedures outlined by the engi-

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EXHIBITOR SCHEDULE

From January through March 2021 you will have the opportunity to come face-to-face with our exhibitors as you enter their LIVE ZOOM ROOMS. Exhibitors will offer education, games, great giveaways, and Q&A on issues and what their company offers. FREE Registration for the Live Stream Sessions will be available by visiting the Virtual Conference & Expo Live Stream Sessions page at https://cainj.org/live-streams/ However, you must pre-register for each date to participate.

EDUCATION • GAMES • PRIZES

MARCH 2 ClickPay All County Exteriors Professional Restoration Services, LLC MARCH 4 Ansell Grimm & Aaron, P.C. O&S Associates, Inc. G&C Electronics Integra Management Corporation, AAMC Design East, Inc. CertaPro Painters of Ridgewood, Wayne and Hudson County MARCH 9 Wilkin Management Group, Inc. Becht Engineering, BT Ben Shaffer Recreation Inc. CIT Commercial Waterproofing & Restoration MARCH 11 mem property management, co., inc. Servpro of Howell/Wall Curcio Mirzaian & Sirot, LLC Brown & Brown Insurance of Lehigh Valley Kipcon, Inc. Fullerton Grounds Maintenance

MARCH 16 Callahan & Fusco, LLC Preferred Community Management Inc., AAMC Guardian Services Industries, Inc. BELFOR Property Restoration Mackoul Risk Solutions, LLC MARCH 18 RMG, Regency Management Group, Inc., AAMC RM Termite & Pest Control Alliance Association Bank Witczak Engineering Frank A. Macchione t/a Paving Plus March 23 Dior Construction, Roofing and Siding Servpro of Freehold, Middletown, So. Jersey City/ Bayonne

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1ST PRIZE: $500 VISA GIFT CARD 2ND PRIZE: $300 VISA GIFT CARD 3RD PRIZE: $200 VISA GIFT CARD Similar to our in-person Conference & Expo, managers will receive 1 CEU credit for each Live Stream Session they attend!

And, DON’T FORGET!! – For every Live Stream Session you attend you will receive 1 entry into the grand prize drawing at the end of all of the Live Streams!

CMCA EXAM VIRTUAL STUDY GROUP THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH 9:00 AM -12:00 PM WITH PRESENTERS: KRISTINA MUNSON, CMCA, AMS, PCAM - RCP MANAGEMENT COMPANY, AAMC, AMO & DEBBIE PASQUARIELLO, CIC, CIRMS - USI INSURANCE SERVICES

CMCA Study Group - Coffee & Cram Registration form

FREE for CAI-NJ manager members who have successfully completed THE M-100 class.

Name/ Designation: ___________________________________________________________________________ Company/Firm: ______________________________________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _______________________________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________________ Fax: ________________________________________ Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________

Questions? Email: info@cainj.org or call: (609) 588-0030 mail form to: CAI-NJ, Attn: Coffee & Cram, 500 Harding Rd, Freehold, NJ 07728 email: info@cainj.org, fax: (609) 588-0040

2021 EDUCATION PROPOSAL

CAI-NJ is now accepting proposals for sponsored speakers for both the Roundtable Discussions and the Lecture Series. Until further notice all educational programming will be held virtually. Complete this form in its entirety and return it to jaclyn@cainj.org. You may submit a proposal anytime during 2021 however, it is recommended that you do so as early as possible before all opportunities are filled. Please use an additional sheet if necessary. All speakers must be members in good standing of CAI-NJ. Please note, all presentations must be educational, not advertorial. Speaker selections are at the discretion of the CAI-NJ chapter office. If selected, all presenters must complete a speakers bureau application that will remain on file with the chapter office. Payment will be due upon selection and scheduling of topic.

Lecture Series ($750 Sponsorship)

Roundtable Discussion ($500 Sponsorship)

Each Lecture Series is approximately 1 hour long and will feature only the selected sponsor. The Lecture Series can consist of more than one speaker and the sponsorship cost may be shared. Speakers will have approximately 45 minutes of presentation time to educate the registrants on the selected topic followed by 15 minutes of Q&A.

Each Roundtables is approximately 1.5 hours and will feature five companies per session. Each company will have their own virtual room in which homeowner and manager participants will rotate through in 15 minute segments with 5 segments per event. Sponsors will discuss the assigned topic with each group and have the opportunity to answer questions related to their topics.

I am submitting a proposal for the following CAI-NJ education:

Roundtable Discussion ($500 Sponsorship) Lecture Series ($750 Sponsorship) I would like to be considered for either type of sponsorship

Speaker Information: Name/Designation:____________________________________________________ Company/Firm: ____________________________________________________________

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Questions: Contact Jaclyn Oskierko, Director of Conference & Events at jaclyn@cainj.org or 609-588-0030.

2021 CONFERENCE&EXPO EDUCATIONPROPOSAL

Proposals for 2021 Conference & Expo speaking engagements are currently being accepted. Complete the 2021 Conference & Expo Speaking Engagement Proposal Submission Form in its entirety, including a formal outline, and return it to jaclyn@cainj.org, by the deadline of Friday, April 30, 2021. Sponsorship Information • This is a sponsored speaking engagement. Each session sponsorship will cost $750. Payment will be due upon selection and scheduling of topic. Presentations can consist of more than one speaker and the sponsorship cost may be shared. • Incorporate the event theme – TBD • The proposal may be on any topic within your area of expertise. • Proposals may be submitted as a team or as an individual. • Speakers must submit a formal outline with the completed information below and be prepared to provide a PowerPoint if applicable. • The selected speaker(s) must be engaging and knowledgeable of the subject matter and be prepared to take questions from the audience. Speakers Bureau A Speakers Bureau application should accompany your proposal if one is not on file with CAI-NJ (available at www.cainj.org) Proposal Guidelines:

Speaker Information: Name/Designation:____________________________________________________ Company/Firm: ____________________________________________________________

Phone:________________________________________________________________Email:______________________________________________________________________

Additional Presenters (if any)______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Target Audience [check as many as applicable]: Homeowner Leader Service Providers Community Manager General Audience

Preferred Duration:

Regular Session (45 minutes) Extended Session (2 hours)

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Questions: Contact Jaclyn Oskierko, Director of Conference & Events at jaclyn@cainj.org or 609-588-0030.