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complications, and this topic is a good example. Legislative efforts to promote the use of electric vehi- cles are underway, and the LAC is working with the sponsors of this legislation to ensure that the bene- fits to the users of such technology don’t also burden the CICs that would be the subject of such laws. We look forward to seeing you here each month for your regular update on legislative activity in the community association industry here in New Jersey. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with ideas and information that will assist us in our mission. And don’t forget to contribute to the CA-PAC (Community Associations Political Action Committee) to support our legislative efforts on your behalf! n LEGISLATIVE UPDATE... from page 11. or a portion towards the arrears. Rent Receivers should never commin- gle accounts for rents between units, security deposits or any other form of banking. Again, the Rent Receiver is appointed by the court and will be held to the highest ethical standard. Lastly, appointing a rent receiver can be one the HOA’s greatest assets in battling an account growing in arrears. The HOA’s board has a fiduciary responsibility to operate with prudence and care. Consult your association attorney before making any decisions regarding your delinquent units. n RENT RECEIVER... from page 18.

ENERGY... from page 24.

these programs offer payments to par- ticipants, based on how much they reduce energy usage. This can be an appealing opportunity for high-usage buildings. As with any complex, high-stakes task, when it comes to energy pro- curement and tariff analysis, it’s best to rely on professionals who have the knowledge, training and experience to achieve the most beneficial results for your association or cooperative. n Stacia M. Scaduto is the Business Development Consultant for Commercial Utility Consultants, Inc. (CUC), a leading, full-service energy consulting firm.

their peak load contribution during high-usage times, such as during long heat waves. DR also reduces the load on the grid, helping to minimize or eliminate brownouts and blackouts. A blackout could cause immediate shut- downs of multimillion-dollar systems, and jeopardize their integrity. Participating in a DR program helps monitor the strain on the grid, and alerts building owners, managers and boards of potential issues. In addition,

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