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Associations: Are You in Compliance with New Jersey Law? CAI-NJ is proud to offer members Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Mediation Services This program is an alternative to litigation, as mandated by state law. This service includes negotiation and mediation with a neutral party, and is offered to community associations. Use our trained mediators to quickly and economically resolve your dispute. Examples of disputes covered are: • Parking • Pets • Noise • Rules Violations • Maintenance Problems CAI Member’s Only: $400.00 For information on CAI-NJ’s ADR Program, please contact us at: Phone: (609) 588-0030 • Email: adr@cainj.org

They regularly hold events with their various chapters and even on occasion statewide. Their site https://npsnj.org/ is an additional wealth of information for those getting started or looking to meet others with similar interests. Different native plants thrive in different locations through out the state. New Jersey has a multitude of environments from the sandy shores and salty marshes of the Jersey Shore to the thick and lush forests of the Pine Barrens and the ever-present hilly peaks of the Appalachian Uplands in the north. Finding the right plant for your project means understanding both the local environment and the unique qualities of the micro-environment of the exact location. If a clay layer of soil exists a few inches below the surface, water-seeking plants may keep their roots close to the sur face. If your community is planting in an area with shade for part of the day, the decision makers must account for how sun-loving the plant is. This is why consulting with an expert is always advised who can plan for both the general and hyper-local elements of your association’s project. n

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