CAI-NJ April 2021

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This month's issue is 'Springing Back' with articles all dealing with the getting back to some type of normalcy within community associations. As well as, several pieces dealing with timely issues in the industry.

Community Trends

April 2021

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In This Issue

• COVID-19 —AYear Later • Planning for a Possible Increase in Delinquencies as a Result of the Pandemic • Back to Basics: Consider the Rule of Three to Restore Balance to Your Aquatic System • What’s Next? Safe Procedures for Opening Your Community Pool —A Checklist ....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.

Becker & Poliakoff, LLP

T hank You Fo r You r Suppo r t !

THE CAI-NJ COMMUNITY TRENDS ® MAGAZINE CONTENTS

COVID-19 — A Year Later By Edward Guttenplan, CPA, CGMA, MBA and Donna Peskin, CPA WilkinGuttenplan

Planning for a Possible Increase in Delinquencies as a Result of the Pandemic By Martin C. Calabar, Esq. Becker & Poliakoff, LLP Back to Basics: Consider the Rule of Three to Restore Balance to Your Aquatic Ecosystem By Erin Stewart and Katelyn Behounek SOLitude Lake Management

What’s Next? Safe Procedures for Opening Your Community Pool — A Checklist

By Ben Basch American Pool

Management Trends: Spring Back

By Vincent Rapolla, CMCA, AMS Denali Property Management, Inc.

EXTRAS President’s Corner Looking Ahead

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CAI-NJ Upcoming Events

Legislative Update

Your Voice is Key for NJ-LAC and CA-PAC

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Chapter Trends

Skill Building Workshop — Save the Date What Should You be Thinking About Right Now? Community Association COVID-19 Update

HOA Board 101 Program Registration

CAI-NJ 2021 Conference & Expo — Save the Date

CAI-NJ 2021 Education Proposals

2021 Dennis R. Casale Memorial Golf Outing — Save the Date

CA-PAC Top Golf Registration

Virtual Speed Networking Registration F.A.S.T Paint & Sip Fundraiser Registration

2021 Webinar Wednesdays Welcome Back Party Registration

New Members

CAI Membership Application 2021 Ultimate Partner Listings

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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

“Spring adds new life and new joy to all that is.” – Jessica Harrelson

Recent Events This year seems to be flying by and it is hard to believe that Spring is already upon us. As we move further into 2021, the chapter is continuing to plan virtual events as well as several that are planned to be in-person. Please see this month’s update on page 6 from Chapter Executive Director Angela Kavanaugh for more information about all upcoming events. In the meantime, the chapter is continuing to present innovative and informative virtual programs incorporating both educational and networking components. Participation amongst our homeowner leaders, managers and business partners continues to be strong and I thank our members for the support you have shown as we navigate the nearly daily changing landscape of COVID-19 ’s impact on chapter activities. A significant highlight of our virtual programming was the 2021 Act Like a Lady | Think Like a Boss Retreat presented by the Women’s Leadership Committee during the week of March 8, 2021 in conjunction with International Women’s Week. The programs, which were held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday of that week, started with early morning Power Half-Hour webinars on helpful topics relevant to maximizing one’s performance as an industry member. Monday’s mid-day educational program featured a presentation by Keynote Speaker, Amy Kosnikowski Dilisio on Effective Leadership Skills to Coach Your Team. Monday evening concluded with a fun speed networking event that provided an opportunity to virtually re-connect with friends and colleagues. Wednesday’s mid-day program provided an opportunity to learn about pending legislative matters with a panel discussion by the female representatives of the New Jersey Legislative Action Committee. Wednesday’s programming concluded with a murder mystery networking event geared toward figuring out who killed Sal Fee. Friday’s mid-day educational program was a very enlightening “Boss Lady Panel” and a question-and-answer discussion with top female industry leaders. The Retreat concluded with a networking trivia challenge in which participants worked together as a team to try to become trivia champions. In addition to the Retreat, the chapter held another successful Virtual Roundtable Discussion on March 17, 2021 on topics including board elections, association dues, fire safety regulations, security systems and considerations for selecting con- tractors. All of the presenters did a wonderful job and the attendees received a tremendous amount of information on these very relevant topics. CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 54

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LOOKING AHEAD ANGELA KAVANAUGH | CAI-NJ CHAPTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR “All the flowers of all the tomorrows are in the seeds of today” — Unknown

W hat comes to mind when you think of Spring? For me, I think of baseball, warmer days, planning vacations and spending time out- doors with the family. This year at the chapter office, we are busy planning a full year of events into the eight that we have remaining, springing back to how things were a little over a year ago and doing it safely. Many of our members have expressed interest in return- ing to in-person events. In response, we have evaluated all aspects of hosting them to ensure the safety of our members. As of when I wrote this, the Governor’s Executive Orders allow for 50% occupancy for both indoor and outdoor events. We are looking forward to once again hosting chapter events and doing so with the safety of our members as our top priority. This however is a personal decision, so please refer to the events page of our website for up-to- date details on our event reopening protocol or feel free to contact me at angela@cainj.org or 609.588.0030, when considering your attendance. VIRTUAL Wednesday Webinars will begin on April 7th, on topics affecting those living in common interest communi- ties, featuring our 2021 Ultimate Partners. This series will qualify for continuing education credits and will be offered free for our members to attend. Registration is now open. https://cainj.org/wednesday-webinars/ HOA Board 101: Guidance in Leading Your Community Effectively. This two-day event will be presented on Monday, April 12th and Monday, April 19th by our management company exhibitors. It will be an interactive webinar program for homeowner leaders to become informed on the basics of serving on their HOA board. Registration is open and you must attend both days. https://www.cai-nj.org/event-4148032

Skill Building Workshop – Thinking Outside the Inbox: How to Draft Effective Emails. This event, created by the Business Partner Committee for business part- ners, will provide a unique opportunity to receive hands-on assistance on how to draft effective emails. Registration is now open and is limited to business partners only, scheduled for Thursday, April 15th from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. https://www.cai-nj.org/event-4180065 Speed Networking. Meet new members and begin to build new business relationships at our upcom- ing Speed Networking event on Thursday, April 22nd from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Registration is now opened, https://www.cai-nj.org/event-4219956 Paint & Sip Fundraiser, hosted by the F.A.S.T. Committee on Thursday, April 29th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Attendees will network and paint along with the instructor as they receive step-by-step painting instruction on a zoom. Paint supplies and two bottles of wine will be delivered to those attending. Registration is now open and will close on Thursday, April 8th with limited space. https://www.cai-nj.org/event-4192178 LAC Virtual Roundtable Discussion, presented by the New Jersey chapter Legislative Action Committee is scheduled for Thursday, May 13th from 12:00 – 1:30 pm. Attendees will participate in small group discussions on legislative issues affecting common interest commu- nities. Registration is open and for chapter members. https://www.cai-nj.org/event-4134785 IN-PERSON EVENTS — SAVE THE DATES Check our events page shortly for more information. Business Partner Essentials Course, hosted by the Business Partner Committee, is scheduled for an outdoor CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 59

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CALENDAR 2021 Events & Education

APRIL

JUNE

7 12&

2 9

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

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

Community Association Virtual Roundtable Discussion Virtual

19 15 21 22 29

15 21 30

Dennis R Casale Memorial Golf Outing Forsgate Country Club, Monroe Twp. Business Partner Essentials Course Location TBD

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

Virtual Speed Networking Virtual

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

JULY

15- 17 21

M-100 Course Red Bank

MAY

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

5 12 13 19

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

SHE-Connects Podcast Discussion Virtual LAC Virtual Roundtable Discussion Virtual

For our full 2021 Wednesday Webinar schedule with topics, please visit https://cainj.org/wednesday-webinars/ Register for these and other events at www.cainj.org. All events are subject to change .

Wednesday Webinar Virtual

20 26

CA-PAC Annual Top Golf Fundraiser Top Golf, Edison Welcome Back Party Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten, Asbury Park

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

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

T he main focus of discussion these past few months in the common interest community industry here in New Jersey (and elsewhere across the country) has been whether to re-open amenities, and if so, how to do so safely so as to protect the health of our members and residents in a manner which protects the associations from liability. Your Legislative Action Committee (LAC) has par- ticipated in those discussions and efforts, actively seeking support in the legislature and the Governor’s Office for a bill (Assembly 4979) which would immunize com- mon interest communities from COVID -19-related lawsuits brought by people who claim to have contracted the virus while using their association’s amenities. As has been reported in this column these past few months, we have not yet found a Senate sponsor willing to introduce a Senate companion bill. We will continue our efforts in that regard. In the meantime, there have been positive advancements in our many other efforts to promote legislation which ben- efits those who live and work in common interest communi- ties in New Jersey. They include: • A2964/S1304 is a bill which requires all creditors who acquire title to non-owner-occupied residential property to so timely notify the municipality and the common interest community in which it is located. It addresses the problem of the transfer of title to vacant or tenant-occupied properties through foreclosure which often go unreported to the association. This bill, which was supported by your LAC , was signed into law by the Governor on February 22, 2021 (P.L. 2021 c.20). • A21/S21 is a much-publicized bill that would legalize the use and possession of certain amounts of cannabis by adults age 21 or older. Included in this bill is a pro- vision which authorizes a condominium association to nevertheless prohibit or otherwise regulate the smoking

or vaping of cannabis products within a unit so long as a majority of the membership of the association votes to do so (such as by amending the association’s govern- ing documents). Likewise, a cooperative may prohibit or otherwise regulate it by action of the cooperative corporation. The Governor signed this bill into law on February 22, 2021 (P.L. 2021 c.16). • A4629/S2911 is a bill which requires electric public utilities to prioritize service restoration to age-restricted communities after major weather events. This bill is sup- “Included in this bill is a provision which authorizes a condominium association to nevertheless prohibit or otherwise regulate the smoking or vaping of cannabis products within a unit...” • S396/A4903 addresses an unfavorable ruling on the statute of limitations as it relates to construction defect claims by providing that the timing under this statute would not begin to run at the earliest until the control of the Association is transferred from the developer to the residents. The bill was overwhelmingly passed in the Senate and is receiving favorable support in the Assembly. Your LAC supports this bill and is actively seeking its passage into law. • HR 1319 entitled the “American Rescue Plan Act” (the latest stimulus legislation out of Washington DC) was signed into law by President Biden on March 11, CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 58 ported by your LAC and we are actively encouraging its passage into law.

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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 Richard Milder Cheryl Palent 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

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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

Accent Group Adamas Building Services All County Exteriors

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

PeopleFirst Property & Casualty Services Popular Association Banking Preferred Community Management Services, Inc., AAMC Professional Restoration Services

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 Dorothy Gale Roofing Group 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 L.N. Rothberg & Son, Inc. Lemus Construction, Inc. Mackoul Risk Solutions, LLC

Morris Engineering, LLC National Contractors, Inc. O&S Associates, Inc. Pardini R. Construction Corporation

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

I AM A...

____ Community Association Manager. You represent a company or association who manages CAI-NJ communities.

____ 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.

My Association/Management company is making a PAC gift of:

___ $250 ___ $500 ___ $1000 or $________

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My supporting business is making a PAC gift of:

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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

CHAPTER TRENDS

John Reichart Joins FirstService Residential’s Leadership Team

Chapter Trends Editorial Guidelines

FirstService Residential named John Reichart, CMCA, regional director in its high-rise division. An accom- plished real estate executive, Reichart will oversee the company’s portfolio of managed high-rise communities on New Jersey’s Gold Coast.

• All submissions must come from and be about: - A member of CAI-NJ (Manager, Management Company, Board Member, Business Partner or Business Partner Employee) in good standing. • Companies/Communities are permitted four (4) announcements per calendar year. • Submissions are limited to 150 words. - Members are responsible to condense the information appropriately, as CAI-NJ will not do so. Any submissions over 150 words will not be published. • Submissions may include (1) image. • Submissions should not be advertorial in nature. Please note, CAI-NJ reserves the right to edit any submissions. The chapter reserves the right to omit information as necessary. CAI-NJ has the exclusive right to refuse to publish any submissions for any reason. For questions regarding the Chapter Trends section of Community Trends ® , please contact brooke@cainj. org or 609-588-0030.

John Reichart, CMCA

“It was important that we find the right candidate that could bring not only a wealth of industry experience and expertise but who could also bring a deep knowledge of the local market,” said Michael Mendillo, president, FirstService Residential. Reichart will be responsible for the oversight and direction of high- rise communities in the market, including planning and development of initiatives to align with company policies, culture and best practices, and he will be working closely with the board members in the com- munities we serve. Reichart has over 19 years of real estate and community association experience. He spent 14 years at SILVERMAN , a real estate firm in Jersey City, New Jersey. n

Building Workshop BIG THINGS Happen in Small Groups

SAVE THE DATE

Seating is Limited - This Workshop is Limited to Only Business Partner Members Registration Information Coming Soon - Visit www.cainj.org for Details! Thinking Outside the Inbox Participants will breakout into small groups of 6, providing a unique opportunity to receive hands-on assistance on how to draft effective emails. Small group facilitators will show you how to draft specific follow-up emails for your business, product or service… all while connecting with other members. Thursday, April 15 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Join us... When was the last time you thought about how to draft an effective email? Have you ever wondered if you are capturing the attention of prospects when you email them?

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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 is 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 provides 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/ Vaccination Eligibility On March 11th, during Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address, the president directed all states to make every adult eligible for the vaccine on May 1st. How do you know if you’re eligible? Go to the New Jersey Website: https://covid19.nj.gov/pages/covid-19-vaccine-locations-for-eligible-recipients Should you qualify, you can then go reg- ister for the vaccine scheduling at https://covidvaccine.nj.gov/ UPDATE FOR APRIL 2021: Use of Common Areas and Amenities The guidance of the state outlined in Executive Order 192 defines what is allowed in gyms. The executive order applies to condominiums and cooperatives. It requires social distancing and limits to the capacity of 35%. On March 19, the New Jersey indoor dining capacity limits increase from 35% to 50%. Gatherings are limited to 10 people with no more than one person per 200 sq. ft. Check your local municipalities for additional guidelines.

• Provide sanitization tables • Have additional masks available • Spaces should allow for social distancing • When vendors come onsite, have them sign a waiver of liability with the risks How to Protect Employees and Your Association

• Post social distancing requirements • Establish designated areas for pick up and deliveries • Limit the sharing of objects • If there are positive tests, immediately complete contact tracing protocols

For Homeowner’s Association and Condominium Association Dues On March 10, 2021, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “Act”), which President Joe Biden signed into law on March 11, 2021. The Act is a $1.9 trillion economic relief package intended to address the COVID- 19 pandemic and its economic fallout. The Act appropriates approximately $9.9 billion to the Homeowner Assistance Fund to assist homeowners in mitigating COVID-19 related financial hardships. The funding aims to prevent homeowner mortgage defaults, loss of utilities, foreclo- sures, and displacements by helping with past-due mortgage payments, taxes, utilities, and HOA/COA dues. The Act includes homeowner’s association and condominium association fees as a “qualified expense,” allowing home- owners to obtain funding for past-due assessments. Homeowners Assistance Fund should positively impact homeowner and condominium association’s ability to collect on delinquent accounts. https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1319/text#H1C6645637921451C8F178147E2C932A6 https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1319/text#H5A1B4986CEA84FF78D11F2F5A93763CA

CAI-NJ would like to thank this month’s contributor Editorial Committee Member, Robert Arnone, AMS, CPM, RCA Management, LLC, with additions by Melissa Volet, Esq., Stark & Stark.

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HOA BOARD 101: Guidance in Leading Your Community Effectively

Monday, April 12th & Monday, April 19th 2021 Two-day interactive webinar program 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EACH DAY

Topics & Management Companies Include:

Monday, April 12th Governing Documents Overview Taylor Management Company, AAMC, AMO Functions, Roles & Responsibilities of the Community Board Association Advisors NJ Volunteers/Committees mem property management, co., inc. Communicating with Community Residents RMG, Regency Management Group, AAMC Cohesively Working with Management Company Professionals Associa Community Management Corporation of NJ, AAMC Conflict Resolution Prime Management, Inc., AAMC Board Meetings Denali Property Management, Inc.

Monday, April 19th Finance: Protecting Assets Corner Property Management, AAMC Finance: Preparing Budgets RCP Management Company, AAMC, AMO Finance: Planning for the Future Executive Property Management, AAMC Finance: Collecting Assessment Integra Management Corporation, AAMC Service Providers: Finding Candidates & the Bidding Process Wilkin Management Group, Inc. Creating & Enforcing Association Rules FirstService Residential, AAMC

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COVID-19 – A YEAR LATER By Edward Guttenplan, CPA, CGMA, MBA and Donna Peskin, CPA, WilkinGuttenplan

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O ur communities have all been impacted by COVID‑19 . We have seen a multitude of impacts on all levels: the world, our society, our commu- nities, community association life, financial consequence and personal/social impacts. We have seen so much that it is difficult to list all. As a result, we have had to rapidly adjust to these variables that have impact- ed each of us in our daily lives. Our focus in this article is on the financial consequence or repercussion from the impact of COVID‑19 to our communities. We have seen loss of the use of amenities, loss of amenity revenue, loss of sources of income (such as retail space rentals) and in some cases an increase in delinquencies. In New York, for example, buildings have been significantly impacted by the restrictions of COVID-19 on the first-floor retail spaces. On the other hand, your association may have actually seen a decrease in related expenses or in some cases increases in other costs such as supplies, signage and PPE. The reality is that the pandemic has resulted in operating surpluses and in some cases operating deficits in many communities.

“thinking outside the box,” what are some possible ways a community might respond to the savings to possibly help their communities or address the income shortfalls? On a social level, residents lack social connections. In senior communities, residents may not be able to get out

to obtain items they may need; or, you may have community members who do not have internet access for scheduling vaccine appointments. Could we create a buddy system between members who can get and/or have internet access to assist those who need assistance and/or internet

“Any possible solution to address societal impacts requires funds.”

access? Could we invest in technology to help alleviate the social isolation? We can’t gather in the clubhouse, but can we create opportunities to meet virtually? Are there other personal impacts that we might address? Any possible solution to address societal impacts requires funds. If your community has a surplus, why not utilize these savings? Some technological advances might also address impacts to the management of the communities. For exam- ple, having more advanced communication systems allows CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 18

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Is this a warning sign? Is your community protected from the unknown? What will be the impact of reopening all closed amenities? Will this reveal unknown costs? Should we plan for the unexpected i.e. weather-related events, impact to power outages, other variants of COVID-19 ? COVID-19 highlighted, in many ways, how unprepared we were. What can your community do to help insulate itself from significant events like these in the future? Can we plan for targeted cumulative surplus funds to insulate us from potential deficit challenges in the future? How we as a community address the operating surpluses or deficits, leads us back to the importance of the budget. This is one of the most important planning tools a commu- nity has. “Think Outside the Box” but do so while utilizing this mantra: consider the unexpected and unanticipated — things do not always go as planned. The budget helps ensure the community’s financial stability in the near and long-term future. It is important that the association’s budget be as complete and accurate as possible. This allows the board to be able to monitor the association’s financial status CONT I NU E S ON PAGE 20

management to reach out and communicate with everyone and with greater frequency. With these advances, the community could consider partnering with a 3rd party to offer on-line courses with fee sharing. Other technology improvements might help solve the inability of many who cannot return to the management offices to work (large self-managed communities). The surpluses could help cover these costs which helps in the short term as well as long term future of the community. Is our operating deficient a warning sign? At the opposite end of the spectrum are the operating deficits that were a direct result of impacts from COVID-19 .

“COVID-19 highlighted, in many ways, how unprepared we were.”

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and set maintenance assessments at appropriate levels. This would also include determining the level of delin- quencies that might incur. The budget should include line items for unantici- pated expenses ensuring cash flow is available to pay for these expenses if they arise. The idea is to have consistent, sus- tainable assessment levels that the res- idents can predict and will have the

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ability to pay. Not all residents have the ability to pay special assessments. Proper planning helps the commu- nity avoid having to utilize special assessments or substantial increases in maintenance assessments. Your asso- ciation’s agility will help you cope. The financial impact of COVID-19 may not disappear so quickly and we all need to keep that in mind. We hope this article stimulates some thought! n

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SAVE THE DATE 2021 CAI-NJ Annual Conference & Expo

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2021 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2021

THE EVENT CENTER @IPA 110 SCHANCK ROAD FREEHOLD, NJ 07728

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Navigating the Future

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: ____________________________________________________________

Phone:________________________________________________________________Email:______________________________________________________________________

Additional Presenters (if any)______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Program Information: Topic/ Title: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Program Description: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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)

Program Information: Topic/ Title: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Program Description: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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

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