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Under the Microscope Intro to Drones Drones in Construction Regulating Drones in an HOA Setting SAVE THE DATE:

Wild, Wild West Golf Tournament May 16

2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Lisa Tashjian, Esq., President Beaumont Gitlin Tashjian, 866-788-9998 Joanne Peña, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, President Elect Horizon Management Company, 310-543-1995 Michael Lewis, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Vice President Concept Seven, LLC, 310-622-7012 Donald Campbell, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Secretary Cabrini Villas HOA, 818-504-9600 Meigan Everett, PCAM®, Treasurer Gold Coast Property Pros, 424-238-2333 DIRECTORS Teresa Agnew Roseman & Associates APC, 818-380-6700 Greg Borzilleri PCW Contracting Services, 949-285-7802 Jennifer Brunston, CCAM® Action Property Management, 800-400-2284 Angel Fuerte FRESHCO Painters, Inc., 626-482-2698 Diane Hilliard, CCAM®, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® Ross Morgan & Company, Inc., AAMC, 818-907-6622 Matt Ober, Esq., CCAL® Richardson Harman Ober PC, 626-449-5577 Dick Pruess Castlegate HOA, 626-584-0000 Lynn Ruger Warner Club Villas HOA, 818-703-7090

CHAPTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Joan Urbaniak, MBA, CMCA®

2016 COMMITTEE CHAIRS AWARDS Katy Krupp, Fenton, Grant, Mayfield, Kaneda & Litt, LLP COMMUNITY OUTREACH Meigan Everett, PCAM®, Gold Coast Property Pros EDUCATION Anda Bewhite, MBA, CCAM®, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Metropolitan Property Services, LLC FINANCE Michael Lewis, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Concept Seven, LLC GOLF TOURNAMENT Teresa Agnew, Roseman & Associates, APC Ryan Dudasik, Whitestone Painters LEGISLATIVE SUPPORT Kimberly Lilley, CMCA®, CIRMS®, Berg Insurance Agency, Inc. MARKETPLACE Alan Denison, ALLBRIGHT 1-800-PAINTING MEDIATION SERVICES Matthew Grode, Esq., Gibbs, Giden, Locher, Turner, Senet & Wittbrodt, LLP PROGRAMS/LUNCHEONS Linda Healey, CCAM®, PCAM®, The Californian on Willshire Brian Moreno, Esq., SwedelsonGottlieb PUBLICATIONS Matthew Gardner, Esq., Richardson Harman Ober PC FOCUS Magazine Matthew Gardner, Esq., Richardson Harman Ober PC Membership Directory Stephen S. Grane, Alante/MCS Insurance Services Web Site Lynne Collmann, CMCA®, AMS®, Savoy Community Association SATELLITE PROGRAMS Ruth Moffitt, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Valencia Management Group AAMC® Craig Phillips, CCAM®, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® International Tower Owners Assn. SOCIAL Leslee Jones, Alliance Environmental Group Angelique Madrigal, Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC SOCIAL MEDIA Diane Lortie-Dudasik, CCAM, Metropolitan Property Services, LLC Lindsay Morstad, ASR Construction WINE NIGHT Katy Krupp, Fenton, Grant, Mayfield, Kaneda & Litt, LLP Jolen Zeroski, CMCA®, Union Bank HOA Services

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NEWSWORTHY 4 2016 Board of Directors 6 Get Involved... Join A Chapter Committee 10 Intro to Drones 12 The Impact & Regulation of Drones in Community Associations 14 Drones in Construction 18 Dealing With Today’s HOA Challenges 20 It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane... What Exactly Is that? 22 NEWS FROM SACRAMENTO 24 Community Associations Institute Announces 2016 Federal Priorities 26 Announcing Coaching to Credentials for Manager Members 28 The Path to PCAM®

CHAPTER UPDATE 2 Note from the Editor’s Desk 3 Message from the President

NOTEWORTHY 16 Highlights from Holiday Happy Hour

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CAI-GLAC Membership News 2016 Upcoming Events Advertisers Index Advertising Information On the Cover

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the Federal and State governments are struggling to decide how to contain this phenomenon, Sandra points to a few ready guidelines on responsible usage.

E BEGIN A NEW YEAR with a new sense of purpose. Lisa Tashjian introduces our new Board of Directors and sets out a vision for our Chapter: Connecting Communities Through Education, Advocacy & Service. FOCUS embodies those challenges in every issue by

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offering an opportunity to introduce members to each other, continue our education together, and create the bond that establishes a community. To help our Chapter achieve this connection, FOCUS will continue our presentation of topics that help our members grow in their understanding of community. Often this will involve articles that mirror topics from the educational programs and luncheons. It allows us to expand our reach and share topical information. The current issue follows emerging trends in living under the microscope and expands on some of the topics from the January luncheon. Mike Lewis gives us the introduction to drones from an enthusiast’s point-of-view with the basics on terminology, frequent uses and challenges. Knowing that this trend is only likely to increase, Mike looks at how we should expect to see drones being used in our communities.

Michael Perlof shows us the real-world uses of drones. Beyond enthusiasts, businesses are considering how to make the best use of aerial assistance to benefit their customers. Building contractors are probably the earliest adopters of this technology, and Michael offers some insight into how others see those opportunities. Robert Hillshafer presents some quick tips on how to address the legal challenges that these drones cause. As always, being proactive means that communities can set realistic expectations for drone enthusiasts and concerned owners. Rickey Teems brings us his perspective as a security professional. Looking at privacy and security issues, Rickey offers his tips to manage expectations and minimize potential hazards. Skip Daum summarizes all the latest and greatest from Sacramento. Please take time to review and see what challenges lie ahead. The California Legislative Action Committee needs our support to keep our communities strong. And last but not least, Tracy Wolin talks about the value of achieving the Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM®) designation. Take a moment to connect with our Chapter. Look at the work our Board and committees perform. Think about something that you can offer and reach out to join us. We look forward to another great year creating community and serving your needs.

Sandra Gottlieb offers her quick summary of the pending legislation that governs drones. Although both

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2016 CAI-GLAC Super Sponsors PLATINUM

Accurate Termite & Pest Control ALLBRIGHT 1-800-PAINTING Alliance Association Bank Animal & Insect Pest Management, Inc. Critter Busters, Inc. Fenton, Grant, Mayfield, Kaneda & Litt, LLP Ferris Painting, Inc. Guard-Systems, Inc. Hi Tech Painting & Decorating, Inc. Pacific Western Bank Paint Squad, LLC Payne Pest Management Preferred Commercial Painting, Inc. R.W. Stein Painting, Inc. Select Painting & Construction, Inc. Steven G. Segal Insurance Agency, Inc. Union Bank HOA Services Universal Protection Services GOLD Beaumont Gitlin Tashjian Behr Paint Corporation Best Alliance Foreclosure & Lien Services Kasdan Lippsmith Weber Turner LLP Law Offices of Michael A. Hearn NPG—Nelson Paving SAX Insurance Agency Silicon Beach Insurance Services Tinnelly Law Group SILVER American Heritage Landscape ASR Construction Association Reserves, Inc. Brickman/ValleyCrest FRESHCO Painters, Inc. General Pavement Management, Inc. Jackson Insurance Services Miller Law Firm Mutual of Omaha Bank/CondoCerts ProTec Building Services Reserve Studies Incorporated SwedelsonGottlieb Timothy Cline Insurance Agency, Inc. Wolf, Rifkin, Shapiro, Schulman & Rabkin, LLP

BRONZE Action Duct Cleaning Co., Inc. Associa Bentley Community Management, Inc. Berding|Weil CBCI Construction, Inc. Design Build Associates Fenceworks, Inc. Poindexter and Company, CPAs PPG Paints Professional Services Construction, Inc. S.B.S. Lien Services Sherwin-Williams Paint Three Phase Electric We thank our 2016 sponsors who have made a substantial contribution to ensure our continued success this year. Contact the Chapter Office at 818-500-8636 to sponsor a program or an event.

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MESSAGE

FROM THE PRESIDENT

T IS MY PLEASURE AND PRIVILEGE to have been elected to serve as this great Chapter’s President for 2016! I do have quite large and very fashionable shoes to fill from Katy Krupp who took this Chapter to a dynamic level last year. I hope to continue the success and momentum that Katy started. I am so honored to take the baton from such a dedicated member of our Chapter. Katy is responsible for the amazing growth of our Chapter’s membership, as well as instituting regional luncheon events. Under her watchful eye, the manager mentoring program was hatched, and she has always led by example. Thank you, Katy, for your selfless service, and I know we will continue to build on each and every one of your milestones. Your 2016 Board of Directors consists of true leaders in our industry who bring to the board table their knowledge, education, experience and passion for CAI. I truly have never known a more cohesive, qualified and well-rounded group of individuals who I am lucky to work with as my contemporaries to guide this Chapter towards all the goals and achievements that await us in 2016!

timely issue of drones and how they impact community associations. Our luncheons will be held in different regional locations to encourage attendance by all our members and will address current trends and issues that our currently concerning our communities. I hope to see you all there! We also had the Tricks of the Trade on February 3 to assist all business partner members in obtaining the necessary tools to be successful in our great industry. We will also have our regional luncheon at the Woodlands Hills Marriott addressing the fascinating topic of how to help small associations manage efficiently and effectively. The year is filled with educational seminars, social events, and marketing and networking opportunities that offer something wonderful for every member of our Chapter. On the pages ahead please read about your 2016 Board members and please do not hesitate to talk to us to give us your views, perspectives and comments on all our industry events. We are all accountable to continue to grow our Chapter be on the forefront of all new developments that assist common interest developments. 2016 is going to be a wonderful year, and I look forward to being accountable to you and serving your needs as a member of our Chapter. — Lisa Tashjian, Esq. 2016 Chapter President

As we move forward, my underlying goal is to remember individual accountability, starting from those creative and intelligent members that sit around the board table with me. Being a part of such a great organization means making a difference on a personal level. It is important to me that all members do their part to contribute to the good of the whole. I encourage Chapter board members to make themselves known at all industry events and take action that benefits our members and our communities. I am also proud to inform the membership that the Board of Directors has adopted a tagline for our Chapter that truly captures the essence of who we are. After much contemplation and consideration, our tagline is “Connecting Communities Through Education, Advocacy & Service.” This simple statement encompasses our basic goals as a Chapter, of which we must never lose sight. Each member taking accountability to contribute in even the slightest manner can only lead to success and further growth as a Chapter. We must all strive to educate not only ourselves but those new to our industry and Chapter; we must advocate for our communities in Sacramento as well as on a local level; and most importantly, we must all be willing to serve a greater good that focuses on the whole not the individual. So far we have had a successful and engaging educational luncheon on January 13 at the Skirball Center on the very

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PRESIDENT LISA TASHJIAN, ESQ.

BEAUMONT GITLIN TASHJIAN

A partner with Beaumont Gitlin Tashjian, Lisa has devoted her career to representing community associations, focusing on litigation, including dispute resolution, arbitration and trial work. She also supervises the firm’s attorneymanaged assessment collections department. Lisa is currently serving her sixth year on the CAI-GLAC Board of Directors, as well as being a frequent facilitator of the Essentials of Community Leadership Workshops. She served as Chair of the CAI-GLAC Legislative Support Committee for five years, is currently Board Liaison to the Mediation Services Committee, and is also a Past President of the CAI-Channel Island Chapter. As 2016 Chapter President, Lisa is dedicated to helping the Chapter reach its goals and to providing all members with great educational, marketing and networking opportunities.

PRESIDENT ELECT JOANNE PEÑA , CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®

HORIZON MANAGEMENT COMPANY

Joanne Peña has been a portfolio manager with Horizon Management Company since June 1995. Prior to joining Horizon Management Company, she served on the SummerWind Condominium Association Board of Directors and was Board President for two years. Joanne previously served on the CAI-GLAC Board of Directors (2002-2008) and was Chapter President in 2005. Joanne has served on the Executive Committee as Chapter Secretary for the past three years, and in 2016 will be serving as President Elect. In addition Joanne has co-chaired the Wine Night Committee and is Board Liaison to the Membership and Community Outreach Committees. Joanne actively supports the Chapter’s efforts to promote professionalism within the industry, provide educational opportunities for managers and community volunteers, and offer valuable networking opportunities for our business partner members.

VICE PRESIDENT MICHAEL LEWIS, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®

CONCEPT SEVEN, LLC

Michael Lewis has been active in the property management industry for more than 10 years and specializes in community associations. He is the CEO of Concept Seven, LLC, in Torrance. Mike is serving a second three-year term on the CAI-GLAC Board of Directors. He is an active member and supporter of this chapter, previously serving as Chair of the Chapter’s South Bay Satellite education programs. Mike is currently Chair of the Finance Committee and Board Liaison to the Publications Committee. Mike plans to continue working on the goals and aspirations that the board has implemented over the last few years. The Chapter is seeing record income, growth and member retention as compared to the prior decade, and he is committed to helping to continue these trends while developing more efficient and innovative ways of serving the membership. With the Business Partner category being the largest contingent of members, Mike strongly believes that focusing on their overall satisfaction will lead to continued success and growth for the membership as a while.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS SECRETARY DONALD CAMPBELL , CMCA®, AMS®,

PCAM® CABRINI VILLAS HOA

Don Campbell is the general manager at Cabrini Villas Homeowners Association in Burbank, a community of 863 homes covering 77 acres. This year’s Chapter Secretary, he was appointed to the CAIGLAC Board in early 2014 and was just elected for a three-year term. Don served three years as Social Committee Co-chair and continues to volunteer as a Social Committee member and as Board Liaison to the Golf Committee. Don is devoted to helping the Greater Los Angeles Chapter continue to thrive. He wants to give back some of this time to an industry that has been a personal source of inspiration to him and one that he happens to love. Don enjoys being in the company of like-minded individuals who feel the same way.

TREASURER MEIGAN EVERETT, PCAM® GOLD COAST PROPERTY PROS

Meigan Everett has been an active member of this chapter and one of its greatest ambassadors since 2007. She is a real estate broker, philanthropist and owner of Gold Coast Property Pros in Marina del Rey. Meigan is serving a second year as Chapter Treasurer and has served as Chair of the Community Outreach Committee for more than seven years. She is also the Board Liaison to the Finance and Social Media Committees. Dedicated to her profession for more than 16 years, Meigan believes that CAI and its network of business partners are key to professional, knowledgeable community management. She wants to continue to ensure that managers, HOA board members and business partners learn the value of membership in CAI and benefit from its resources.

TERESA AGNEW

ROSEMAN & ASSOCIATES APC

Teresa Agnew is Vice President of Business Development at Roseman & Associates APC and has been a member of this chapter for the past ten years. She is actively involved as Co-chair of the Golf Committee and Board Liaison to the Marketplace Committee. Teresa is also a Past President of the CAIChannel Islands Chapter. Teresa believes in the advocacy and mission of CAI and is dedicated to ensuring that the Chapter continues to bring quality education and resources to its members. She looks forward to bringing in some fresh ideas and implementing the Chapter’s 2016 goals.

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GREG BORZILLERI

PCW CONTRACTING SERVICES

Greg Borzilleri is Sales Manager at PCW Contracting Services. Serving his second year on the Board, Greg has been in our industry for 15 years, a member of this chapter for seven years and is currently serving as Board Liaison to the Social and Business Partners Committees. He is also on the CAI-Greater Inland Empire Chapter Board of Directors. Greg’s main goal while on the Board is to help expand education for chapter members because he believes that education is key in promoting the industry to all community association volunteer leaders, management professionals and business partners alike. “The more we can educate everyone, the better the experience for all.”

JENNIFER BRUNSTON, CCAM®

ACTION PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Jennifer Brunston is the Regional Manager of Community Services in the downtown Los Angeles office of Action Property Management. She has been part of the common interest development industry for the past ten years, starting her industry career as an Administrative Assistant to a General Manager. Newly elected to the Board for a three-year term, Jennifer is the Board Liaison to the Education Committee. She looks forward to helping grow the Chapter and to contributing ideas that will enhance its networking events.

ANGEL FUERTE

FRESHCO PAINTERS, INC.

Angel Fuerte is President of FRESHCO Painters, Inc. with headquarters in the San Gabriel Valley. A CAI member for several years, Angel has served most recently as Co-chair of the Social Committee and is currently a member of the CAI-GLAC Community Outreach Committee. He is also a member of the Greater Inland Empire and Orange County Regional Chapters. Newly appointed to the CAI-GLAC Board of Directors, Angel is looking forward to contributing ideas and support in the areas of community out-reach, community association education and vendor/ manager relationships.

DIANE HILLIARD, CCAM®, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® ROSS MORGAN & COMPANY, INC. AAMC Diane Hilliard is in her thirteenth year as Director of Property Management at Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC, in Sherman Oaks. She has been managing communities for more than 20 years. A member of CAI since 2006 and newlyelected to the CAI-GLAC Board of Directors, Diane also serves on the Mediation Services Committee and is the Board Liaison to and a member of the Programs Committee. Diane is looking forward to giving her time and offering her experience and talents as needed to promote our industry. She plans to focus on manager and HOA board member education and developing further respect for those who work in community association management. CAI-Greater Los Angeles Chapter

MATT OBER, ESQ. RICHARDSON HARMAN OBER PC Matt Ober is a senior partner of Richardson Harman Ober PC, where his practice is dedicated to the exclusive representation of community associations throughout Southern California. Matt is a member of CAI’s National Faculty, a Fellow of CAI’s College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL) and on the CCAL, a Delegate to and Secretary of CAI’s California Legislative Action Committee (CLAC) and a coauthor of CAI’s California Law Course for Community Association Managers and CAI’s Board Education Course. Matt also serves as a member of the CCAL Board of Governors and CAI National’s Government and Public Affairs Committee. Matt has served the Chapter in many capacities, most recently as Chapter President from May 2013 through December 2014. He believes that the Chapter has a responsibility to engage all of its members at the highest level—to establish a meaningful connection, whether it be through events, education or online services. Matt is committed to strengthening chapter communication through social media and e-newsletters to enhance CAI-GLAC’s reputation as a leading source of community association support and education.

DICK PRUESS

CASTLEGATE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Dick Pruess is both the current and a past president of Castlegate Homeowners Association in Pasadena, and presently serving and has served on several committees over the past 18 years. He served as 2003 CAI-GLAC Chapter President, received the CAI Award of Excellence in Chapter Leadership for 2003-2004, the GLAC President’s Award in 2004 and the 2012 CAI National Award of Excellence in Government and Public Affairs at the 2013 CAI Annual Conference in San Diego. Dick also served on the Executive Committee of the California Legislative Action Committee (CLAC) for seven years, is still on the board, and is a Past Chair. In 2009, he received the Volunteer of the Year Award from CLAC for his commitment to and participation in helping revise the Davis-Stirling Act. Having been very active in HOA legislative matters, as the Board Liaison to the CAI-GLAC Legislative Support Committee, Dick would like to increase our members’ awareness of legislation affecting HOAs and the importance of carrying our voice to Sacramento.

LYNN RUGER

WARNER CLUB VILLAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Lynn Ruger is on the Warner Club Villas HOA Board of Directors in Woodland Hills. A CAI member since 2009, Lynn has enjoyed many of CAI’s activities, including Valencia Breakfasts, Essentials Workshops, HOA Marketplaces and other activities. She has just been elected for a second three-year term on the CAIGLAC Board of Directors. As Board Liaison to the Membership Committee, Lynn is dedicated to spreading the word about CAI and its benefits to HOAs and to continuing to help in developing HOA education and resources.

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GET INVOLVED… JOIN A CHAPTER COMMITTEE

Did you know that more than 100 of our chapter members actively participate on a volunteer committee? It is an excellent way to network and promote yourself within the community association industry and CAI. It offers opportunities to meet new people, help run an all-volunteer organization and receive a great degree of appreciation and self-gratitude. Choose to help produce a special event or join one of our other committees that are significantly important to the continued growth, well-being and mission of CAI.

BUSINESS PARTNERS This committee is active in ensuring that an appropriate array of sponsorship opportunities are available to showcase Business Partners’ companies, products and service to the membership. The Committee will also periodically evaluate the sponsorship experiences in order to give feedback to the committees and to the board. The Committee will hold two Tricks of the Trade Orientation Workshops for new Business Partner members to give them tips on strategies and etiquette to use when marketing to managers and HOA boards. The Committee will also work in conjunction with the Social Committee to hold some Happy Hour informal social gatherings that allow both managers and business partners to get to know each other better—with familiarity comes trust. The Committee will also interface with the Membership Committee to ensure that new Business Partner members enjoy a positive experience and see the benefit of continued involvement. Time commitment: Monthly meetings. Committee Chair: Cyndi Koester, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Sunwest Bank 714-730-4475 • ckoester@sunwestbank.com

COMMUNITY OUTREACH Dedicated to our chapter’s belief that we should give back to our communities, this committee will continue to organize at least one outreach project per quarter in Los Angeles County. 2016 projects include: L.A. Food Bank Food Drive and Day of food packing (February and March), Heal the Bay Beach Cleanup (April), Relay for Life (June), Happy Hats for Kids (September and October) and Spark of Love Toy Drive (December). Time commitment: Monthly meetings and event attendance. Committee Chair: Meigan Everett, PCAM®, Gold Coast Property Pros 424-238-2333 • meverett@gcppros.com

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EDUCATION The Education Committee updates and maintains materials for the Essentials of Community Association Leadership Workshops, CID Law Course and advanced manager workshops. Committee members also train and organize the facilitators. Additional responsibilities include overseeing and promoting the Coaching to Credentials manager mentor program and finding new ways to bring education to Community Association Volunteer Leader and Manager members. Hand-in-hand with the Programs Committee, this group works to meet managers’ educational needs and strengthen the importance of receiving CAI certifications and designations. Committee members comprise HOA volunteer leaders and managers. Time commitment: Monthly meetings. Committee Chair: Anda Bewhite, MBA, CCAM®, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® Metropolitan Property Services, LLC • 310-915-9595 anda@metroproperty.services

FINANCE This committee monitors the Chapter’s financial status and periodically reports the financial health to the board of directors. Members also explore ways to improve the Chapter’s fundraising results. Time commitment: As necessary. Committee Chair: Michael Lewis, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Concept Seven LLC • 310-622-7012 • mike@c7properties.com

GOLF (MAY 16) The Golf Committee plans and stages the annual Golf Tournament in May. This event is the Chapter’s largest fundraiser. The 2016 Golf Tournament incudes new involvement opportunities for members, including active participation and sponsorship. The Committee will be working diligently to organize a May event that is fun, provides good networking potential and is increasingly profitable for the Chapter. The tournament will be held at the Tournament Players Club in Valencia. The theme is “Wild, Wild West.” Time commitment: Monthly meetings and attendance at tournament. Committee Co-chairs: Teresa Agnew, Roseman & Associates APC 818-380-6700 • agnew@raattorneys.com Ryan Dudasik, Whitestone Painters 310-703-6493 • rdudasik@whitestonepainters.com CAI-Greater Los Angeles Chapter

HOA MARKETPLACE

PROGRAMS/LUNCHEONS

The HOA Marketplace Committee will again concentrate on attracting a higher number of attendees by organizing three shows: Westside/South Bay, San Fernando Valley and San Gabriel Valley. Booths will showcase services in the common interest development industry that can help association board members and managers protect their investment and increase present and future quality of life in their neighborhoods. Time commitment: Monthly meetings and attendance when exhibiting.

The Programs Committee will meet the challenge of producing great educational luncheon programs at three regional locations. Topics include: Drones and iPhones; Small Associations—How Do They Keep Up?; The Psychology of Persuasion: Helping Boards Update CC&Rs and Pass a Special Assessment; Health Hazards Facing the CID Board & Manager; Focus on Utilities: Utility Audits, Rebates, Turf; Tight Budgets, Tough Choices; What’s Bugging You? (Panel on managing and eliminating pests and bugs); Finding the Needle in the Haystack: Uncovering Embezzlement; Are You Crossing the Line (Workplace Scenarios); and Annual Legislative Update. Time commitment: Monthly meetings.

Committee Chair: Alan Denison, ALLBRIGHT 1-800-PAINTING 661-645-1591 • adenison@allbrightpainting.com

LEGISLATIVE SUPPORT The Legislative Support Committee supports CAI’s lobbying efforts in Sacramento at the local level by disseminating information to members, fund-raising and generally increasing awareness about current legislative issues among members. Attendance at CLAC’s annual “CA Day in the Capitol” is encouraged. One goal is to form closer working relationships with our local legislators. Time commitment: As necessary to meet lobbying demands at local level. Committee Chair: Kimberly Lilley, CMCA®, CIRMS™, Berg Insurance Agency, Inc. • 800-989-7990 kimberly@berginsurance.com

MEDIATION SERVICES The committee is responsible for monitoring and expanding the Mediation Services program offering low-cost mediation to both members and non-members who wish to mediate CID matters. Time commitment: Meetings as needed. Committee Chair: Matthew Grode, Esq., Gibbs, Giden, Locher, Turner, Senet & Wittbrodt LLP • 310-552-3400 mgrode@gibbsgiden.com

MEMBERSHIP The Membership Committee is responsible for membership development, including recruiting new members and retaining current members. Committee members are also ambassadors who staff the CAI table, welcome new members and host potential members at Chapter functions. Committee members also serve as mentors, ensuring that members are informed, involved and that the Chapter is meeting their needs and providing worthwhile benefits. Time commitment: One meeting per month, plus attendance at events.

Committee Co-chairs: Linda Healey, CCAM®, PCAM®, The Californian on Wilshire, 310-234-5905 • lhealey@californianhoa.com Brian Moreno, Esq., CCAL, SwedelsonGottlieb 310-207-2207 • bdm@sghoalaw.com

PUBLICATIONS The Publications Committee oversees the FOCUS Magazine, the Website and the annual Membership Directory. Committee members work on themes and content for six magazines printed each year, and add new features to the ever-growing Website and Membership Directory. One key objective will be to establish and follow strict deadlines for all publications. Time commitment: As necessary. Committee Chair: Matthew Gardner, Esq., Richardson Harman Ober PC 626-449-5577 • mgardner@rhopc.com OCUS: F Matthew Gardner, Esq., Richardson Harman Ober PC 626-449-5577 • mgardner@rhopc.com Website: Lynne Collmann, CMCA®, AMS®, Savoy Community Association • 213-617-9300 lcollmann@savoyhoa.com Membership Directory: Stephen S. Grane, Alante Insurance Programs 949-679-7131 • steveg@mcsins.com

Committee Chair: Mahendra “Sammy” Sami, Union Bank HOA Services 213-236-5029 • Mahendra.sami@unionbank.com CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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SOCIAL MEDIA

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This committee comprises members who have a passion and the savvy for social media. This committee works to bring our chapter to the next level of social connection in order to: 1) more effectively raise both member and community awareness of CAI and its benefits, 2) promote chapter events in order to maximize manager and association membership and participation, 3) conduct opinion and statistical surveys, 4) solicit ideas for future Chapter offerings, and 5) integrate more new tools into promotional efforts. Time commitment: As necessary to successfully promote the organization.

SATELLITE PROGRAMS The committee plans and stages regional breakfasts and evening educational seminars in order to reach association board members and managers who may not be able to attend CAI luncheons. The committee is responsible for setting up the program and speakers. Time commitment: As necessary. Committee Co-chairs: Ruth Moffitt, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®, Valencia Management Group • 661-295-9474 rmoffitt@valenciamgmt.com Craig Phillips, CCAM®, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® International Towers Owners Assn. 562-436-9066 • genmgr@itoalb.org

SOCIAL The committee is responsible for putting on the Bowling Tournament (July), Casino Night (November) and Holiday Happy Hour (December). Casino Night is the second largest fundraiser for the Chapter. The group puts together a budget, selects the location and the sponsorship package necessary to attract additional participation by the Chapter members, and stages the event. Time commitment: Monthly meetings throughout the year and weekly meetings in the month prior to each major event. Committee Co-chairs: Leslie Jones, Alliance Environmental Group, Inc. 805-603-0315 • lesleejones@alliance-enviro.com Angelique Madrigal, Ross Morgan & Company, Inc., AAMC • 818-907-6622 Angelique@rossmorganco.com

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Committee Co-chairs: Lindsay Morstad, ASR Construction 805-874-2771 • lindsay@asr-construction.com Diane Lortie-Dudasik, CCAM®, Metropolitan Property Services, LLC • 310-915-9595 diane@metroproperty.services

WINE NIGHT This committee designs, plans and produces the annual Wine Night event. This event is an important Chapter fund-raiser that benefits the California Legislative Action Committee. Time commitment: Meetings as necessary and attendance at the August event. Committee Co-chairs: Katy Krupp, Fenton Grant Mayfield Kaneda & Litt, LLP 949-435-3800 • kkrupp@fentongrant.com Jolen Zeroski, CMCA®, Union Bank HOA Services 800-669-8659, Option 4 • Jolen.zeroski@unionbank.com

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pools, is guaranteed to give the manager and board members OST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THAT THE MODERN DEFINITION a headache come Monday. Let’s face it, assuming the pilot OF “DRONE” HAS BEEN IN EXISTENCE SINCE 1898, when is controlling it within their own yard, are they really Nikola Tesla demonstrated the first radio-controlled trespassing? Is this considered a “nuisance” in your governing boat. Driven by technological advances throughout the 20th documents? Does this drone create “increased risk of injury or century, drones were commonly used during World War II liability leading to an increase in insurance rates?” Only your when the German Luftwaffe utilized remotely-piloted bombs attorney may ultimately know. to target Allied ships. The use of drones progressed toward commercial and retail applications in the ‘60s and ‘70s when microelectronics made it possible for end-users to build and fly their own DRONE: AN UNMANNED AIRCRAFT aircraft. Since the age of 12, I have OR SHIP GUIDED BY REMOTE been one of those CONTROL OR ONBOARD COMPUTERS end-users.

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(AS DEFINED BY MERRIAM-WEBSTER) Perhaps inevitable, it only took another 40 years for these devices to work themselves into common interest life as we see it. Now, social media is filled with news stories, Instagram posts and tweets about drones affecting those who are seeking safety and privacy in their own home. Despite the media hype that drones are an issue, the real issue is those who operate them. Drones have no ability to cause damage or breach security unless the user purposely steers or programs the ship accordingly. As the technology progresses, we are now able to type simple coordinates into a program, or even tap a location on a smartphone, and the drone will fly itself to that location, take photos or other sensor readings, then return to a landing site, all in autonomous fashion… all for less than the price of a monthly car payment. Is this a problem? Yes and no. We can use a drone to our advantage. Does someone have a leaky roof or a clogged gutter? Send a drone up to take photos before sending out a service provider. Trying to sell your home or market portions of your common area? Take an aerial video and upload it on YouTube. However, others may not have good intentions. Flying a camera-equipped drone over private yards, or community

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Industry trends continue to suggest that we take a more proactive approach than years’ past. So here are some ideas to get the ball rolling so-to-speak, before the inevitable strikes: 1. CONTACT LOCAL AUTHORITIES and ask if there are any ordinances governing remotely-piloted aircraft, and how those ordinances can be enforced either at the government level or by your community. 2. CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE AGENT. Is your community covered in the event a drone crashes onto the clubhouse roof and catches fire? Or, if it falls onto someone’s head causing injury? 3. CONTACT YOUR ATTORNEY (of course) to inquire about the steps you should take if drones become an issue, and if your documents need any revisions to better handle the potential issues. 4. KEEP AN EYE OUT for new legislation coming both from the FAA and the State.

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Keep in mind that, in some cases, you may not want to govern the use of drones within your community. Perhaps your building layout doesn’t have a large common airspace. In DESPITE THE MEDIA HYPE any event, you should still THAT DRONES ARE AN have a policy on how to handle ISSUE, THE REAL ISSUE IS drone complaints, even if it THOSE WHO OPERATE THEM. simply states “call the police” DRONES HAVE NO ABILITY TO as the method for handling the CAUSE DAMAGE OR BREACH complaint. SECURITY UNLESS THE

As these devices become USER PURPOSELY STEERS smaller, cheaper and more OR PROGRAMS THE SHIP automated, we are going to see ACCORDINGLY. them in our daily lives more often than not. It will be up to us to have a plan in place to allow hobbyists to practice their desire to fly, balanced with keeping our community safe from potential disasters. Michael Lewis, CMCA, AMS, PCAM is the president and CEO of Concept Seven, LLC, a full-service management company in Torrance. He is also Vice President of the CAIGLAC Board of Directors. Mike can be reached at mike@ c7properties.com.

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THE IMPACT & REGULATION OF DRONES IN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS A LEGISLATION SUMMARY ■ ■ ■ By Sandra L. Gottlieb, Esq.

FEDERAL LAW On a Federal level, the Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) have already started the process of regulating drones. The FAA has created a registry for those who own the drones or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Beginning February 19, 2016, the FAA Registry proposes the following:

WITH ADVANCES IN TECHNOLOGY MAKING DRONES MORE FINANCIALLY AFFORDABLE, COMMUNITIES ARE GOING TO SEE AN EMERGENCE OF DRONE-RELATED ISSUES. THOSE LOOKING FOR GUIDANCE FROM STATE OR FEDERAL LAW ARE STILL GOING TO HAVE MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS.

■■ All owners of drones or UAS must register with the Federal Aviation Administration, or could face possible criminal or civil sanctions (although those penalties are not currently defined). ■■ Owners of the drones must be at least 13 years of age or older, and a U.S. Citizen. (If the owner is less than 13 years of age, a person 13 years of age or older must register the small unmanned aircraft.) ■■ A drone or UAS that weighs more than 0.55 lbs. (250 g) and less than 55 lbs. (25 kg) must be registered online. ■■ Owners whose drone or UAS weighs more than 55 lbs., is used for commercial purposes, or is intended to be operated outside of the United States must use the Paper Registry.

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Those operating drones in a non-commercial capacity, are expected to limit their range to under 400 vertical feet and assure that the drones remain within sight of the operator at all times and more than five miles away from airports and air traffic. It is also possible that the Department of Transportation will continue to develop testing standards for any UAS “pilots” in addition to the registration requirements for owners. STATE LAW On the state level, California has not created standards for owners or users, but it has moved toward defining when the use of drones is improper. Senate Bill 142 creates liability and allows for damages when a person operates an unmanned aircraft that affects real property. The proposed language would be located in Civil Code Section 1708.83(a), and state that: A person wrongfully occupies real property and is liable for damages pursuant to Section 3334 if, without express permission of the person or entity with the legal authority to grant access or without legal authority, he or she operates an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system less than 350 feet above ground level within the airspace overlaying the real property.

Assembly Bill 1662 would add Section 20019 to the Vehicle Code that deals specifically with injuries caused by drones. It would require the operator to immediately land of any UAS involved in an accident which results in injury to an individual or damage to property. Failure to comply with the requirements listed could result in a misdemeanor criminal charge. There are other pending bills in the California Legislature that apply to drones and UAS, but they are mostly limited to public safety issues surrounding schools, prisons, and emergency areas (accidents, fires, etc.). There are only a few that touch on the neighbor-to-neighbor issues, but communities should expect that California’s attempts to legislate drones will continue to grow. As the Federal and California laws attempt to regulate these activities, keep in mind that there may be some conflict between the requirements. Federal law will set minimum standards, and California may make add legislation designed to be more restrictive and protective. However, if there is any conflict, Federal Law will trump California requirements. Sandra L. Gottlieb, Esq. is a founding partner of the law firm of SwedelsonGottlieb and a principal of Association Lien Services, assessment lien foreclosure specialists. She can be reached at slg@sghoalaw.com.

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So how exactly are drones being professionally used in construction? Many industries including film making, real estate, professional sports, development, project management, mining, and agriculture are putting the UAV to work, but it seems like construction is leading the race. The first and most obvious use of the UAV is the ability to include very high-resolution cameras on board. These cameras produce aerial site pictures that are used for inspecting safety, inspecting areas of a building that are too challenging to access by other means, measuring the progress of a project and even measuring inventory. Companies around the world like San Francisco-based Skycatch are putting advanced software to work where the UAVs are used to capture very high-definition images and then an overlay of the plans can be superimposed and compared to the actual construction, showing exactly what is happening with the project. Through every stage of the project, the plans can be closely compared to the real existing conditions in 3D, giving managers and project managers the ability to measure progress and accuracy of completion very closely.

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s I am writing this article, a small drone sits at the far left of my desk, with its red charging station light brightly projecting onto the wall in front of me, as if it is eagerly waiting for its next flight. This particular model is a smaller, less expensive version of the professional construction drone we plan to purchase in 2016. To be completely honest, I have now annihilated two of these fine machines, and my decision that it would be smart to practice on a less expensive version before I am behind the controls of a $5,000 professional construction drone has proven to be a very wise one! Drones these days are not just for play, pestering and spying on neighbors anymore. In fact, the ability of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to navigate territories in which humans and heavy equipment dare not venture is becoming so popular that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Department of Traffic (DOT) have had to introduce serious regulations regarding their use and incriminating all those that dare fly without strict adherence.

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On a large jobsite, an aerial UAV captures pictures every two seconds and twenty meters, automatically controlled by advanced algorithms, and when partnered with computer software, a map is created that is essentially like “Google Earth on Steroids.” Each particular day can be logged, and the images are so high-definition that an inspector can navigate the job site, zoom in to the exact placement and even measure the spacing of rebar in a concrete slab before it is poured. Imagine applying this same technology to roof inspections during a rain storm. Instead of the liability of a human being on a 25-story roof, in the rain, a UAV could very simply capture high-definition images of the roof that would allow you to zoom in to see the hairline cracks in the mastic that are causing a leak—while sipping coffee in your cozy office. For me, the most exciting use of drones is now happening right in front of us. In 2011, a team of roboticists from ETH Zürich’s Institute for Dynamic Systems and Control gave us a taste of what can really be achieved. These tech geniuses built a 20-foot-tall tower constructed from 1,500 polystyrene bricks, every one of which was neatly assembled without any assistance from a human hand. One by one, a fleet of flying UAVs dropped the pieces into place, guided by mathematical algorithms that took digital design data and translated it into flight paths. Imagine those hairline cracks causing a roof leak, 25 stories above the ground in the pouring rain, and the same fleet of flying UAVs applying a temporary tarp over the area to mitigate the leak. The research using drones to physically construct now aims to combat the problem that the small, agile machines cannot carry extreme payloads. Among the research currently underway is the Vijay Kumar Lab at the University of Pennsylvania and a project called “Cooperative Manipulation and Transport.” CAI-Greater Los Angeles Chapter

This seeks to solve the problem of how autonomous robots can be made to work together to move large payloads by looking to nature. The team draws inspiration from ants and the way they collaborate to transport items of food much larger than the individual ants themselves. The fleet of UAVs would have sensors to determine the location of the neighboring robot and work together while calculating the task at hand as a team. The possibility for the technologies they are developing now is essentially endless. The overall benefits of the drone or UAV will rapidly continue to grow just like any technology does. Reducing liability and labor has obvious implications on reducing costs but, as the technology develops, I predict that we will see many other creative and functional uses for the UAV. Imagine an automated drone that could conduct and record a monthly landscape walk for community associations, and even recognize and highlight problem areas. Personally, I would like a small fleet of mini-drone robots to fly me to work on the mornings, hovering just about 10 feet above the traffic and stable enough to finish my morning coffee without the fear of ruining my white pressed shirt. Mike Perlof is Director of the Multifamily Division at DM Construction Services, an engineering firm and general contractor headquartered in Santa Ana. He can be reached at mperlof@dcms.com.

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MORE THAN 100 CAI-GLAC MEMBERS and guests attended the Holiday Happy Hour on December 4 at Bel Air Crest Master Association. This event continues to be a great way to see current industry friends and make new connections in a casual cocktail party atmosphere. The group also used this occasion to collect toys to donate to the Spark of Love Toy Drive. Our thanks to the Social Committee for putting on such a fun evening: Committee Co-chairs Leslee Jones (Alliance Environmental Group) and Angelique Madrigal (Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC), Don Campbell (Cabrini Villas HOA), Josh Abramson (ALLBRIGHT 1-800-PAINTING), Jennifer Brunston (Action Property Management), Alison Kronebusch (Reconstruction Experts, Inc.), Edward Newman (G4S Secure Solutions USA, Inc.), Tawnee Pena (Beaumont Gitlin Tashjian) and Stephanie Sanders (Dunn-Edwards Paints).

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Dealing With Today’s HOA Challenges REGULATING DRONES IN A PLANNED COMMUNITY SETTING ■■■ By Robert D. Hillshafer, Esq. Never have we as individuals been confronted with such constant changes due to technology in our everyday lives. Smart phones, Uber, electric cars and a million other things are integral elements in our lives which impact how many people view the world and how it “should” work for them. This perception of how things are and should be has generally had a significant impact on homeowners associations and has forced boards of directors and managers (and their attorneys) to analyze new and different issues that are evolving on a daily basis and determine how the association should react from an enforcement perspective. One very timely and controversial issue involves the proliferation of inexpensive “drones,” which have a variety of purposes and potential functions that impact associations and their members. DRONES: Nuisance, Invasion Of Privacy Or Recreation What one member of an association perceives to be a “fun” recreational activity often is perceived by another member

as an invasion of privacy, a nuisance or a safety risk. The use of drones within a common interest development certainly represents that sort of dichotomy. So what is the association and its manager to do? Virtually every set of CC&Rs contains what is called the “anti-nuisance” provision that is intended to guarantee quiet enjoyment by owners/residents of common areas and residences and prohibits generally any activity that negatively impairs privacy or individual enjoyment. These provisions can be enforced by both members and the association. These provisions pre-date the advent of drones and the issues they create. Generally these provisions are enforced through lawsuits for injunctive relief to compel an owner to do or stop doing something after an offer of Alternative Dispute Resolution. The fundamental issue with the operation of drones is whether they negatively impact the community as a whole from a privacy or safety point-of-view. Although use of the court system and injunctive relief can be an effective method for dealing with enforcement issues, it is very expensive and may be unnecessary if the board of directors and management adopt and publicize an operating rule that clearly outlines a policy on the operation of drones within the common interest development. Rules and regulations adopted by the board define more specifically what activities are allowed and the parameters for conducting them, such as limitations on time of day, noise and location.

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However, only the association is authorized to enforce rules. Adopting a rule means creating an expectation of enforcement in the members, so be cognizant that, if a rule is adopted, it should be uniformly enforced. Effort should be made by the board to publicize the rule over and above the required preadoption publication to the membership. Rules must be “reasonable” to be enforceable and must be focused on protecting specific interests of the membership and the association, such as privacy, noise and safety. These interests should be discussed and listed in the proposed drone rules. Regulation of privacy interests seem rather obviously within the board’s authority since one of the well-established uses of drones is a camera platform for photography and videos. The issue will be a balance between addressing privacy and safety concerns and the innocent recreational use in the context of a photographic hobby. Similarly, operation in and around a residential housing development also raises legitimate concerns for safety, based on improper operation of the devices, either within a separate interest lot or from within the common area. The association’s interest is heightened regarding the common area operation but, given the nature of the device and its uses, regulation of use even within a separate interest lot seems well within board authority. Limitations should not be based on age of operator but rather apply equally to all to avoid allegations of discrimination. Similarly, fines or disciplinary action for violation of rules

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must be reasonable and in context. And if the basic rules do not have the desired deterrent effect, the option of an injunctive relief action remains after a hearing at which fines can be imposed or common area privileges can be restricted or suspended temporarily. Use the injunctive relief path only after all other methods of dispute resolution fail because of the expense which may or may not be recovered. Although the CC&Rs provide that the prevailing party may recover fees and costs, that only happens if you actually obtain a judgment and even then, the judge decides what is reasonable. Also, an award of fees does not guarantee that you will ever collect. Local governments are struggling to deal with these same issues for some of the same reasons, but also because drone use has been seen to interfere with law enforcement operations. There is currently a movement by cities and states to require drones to be registered and licensed with regulations about height of operation. This may ultimately provide relief to associations being forced to try to regulate these activities and serve as a template for a rule. In drafting a rule regulating the use of drones within a community it would be prudent to investigate whether and how your local government addresses these issues. Robert D Hillshafer, Esq. is one of the founding partners of Loewenthal, Hillshafer & Carter, LLP, a firm which specializes in representing community associations in Southern California. He can be reached at rhillshafer@lhclawyers.net.

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LOOK! UP IN THE SKY,

>>> By Rickey Teems

it’s a bird. It’s a plane! It’s a…what exactly is that? These days it’s cliché to say the world of technology is moving faster than a speeding bullet. How many of us have experienced removing a “new” cell phone from the packaging, only to see an advertisement seconds later, for a newer, better version of the phone? In spite of frequent buyer’s remorse, most of us agree that technological advancements work to the benefit of making everyday tasks more efficient… Anybody old enough to remember work environments prior to laptops and e-mail? But inevitably, the right technology in the wrong hands can prove to be a security risk for everyone. Say hello to attack of the drones. Initially a UAS (unmanned aircraft system) aka drone, only conjured up a couple of different references. Either it invoked images of a military resource used to survey and bomb the mess out of bad guys (Go USA!), or a kid’s toy

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that some pushy salesman tried to sell you at a mall kiosk. Now we can only wish the uses were that simple. Partly due to constant regulation challenges of not wanting to stifle growth of the industry, the misuse of drones has become increasingly widespread here in California. Here are risks that can affect everyday citizens that aren’t on military watch lists. INVASION OF PRIVACY is the most common. Whether it is the celebrity-crazed paparazzi or enjoying the comfort of your home with the windows open, drones are equipped with the technology to capture pictures, video and audio. Recently, at one of the high-end hotels where we provide security, a drone was spotted outside the window of a popular politician. By the time the police were able to respond it was gone. Fortunately there was no compromising material/information to be gathered, but blackmail and/or public shaming seemed to be the intent.

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PROPERTY SURVEILLANCE has also become a common usage for criminals with drones. Gone are the days where the suspicious man lurking around the property stood out from the residents and their guests. Drones can be used to monitor activity and routines around any given property. From assessing the types of cars that residents drive to knowing when a home is potentially unoccupied, drones provide a concealed convenience that criminals use to target homes they are interested in breaking into. DEFENDING AGAINST CRIMINAL DRONE USAGE has become a problem for everyone. Recently legislation was passed to prevent drones from dropping drugs and contraband into prisons. Laws against drone usage in California are more liberal than other states, so in some cases our hands are tied, but we aren’t completely defenseless. Antidrone technology is an emerging industry. There are drone detection systems that notify you when a drone

enters a set boundary or proximity. There are drone disrupters that block the frequency between the controller and the unit, causing the drone to land or crash. There is technology that hacks the drone frequency so you can take over the controls… and even systems that detect and fire lasers at drones to shoot them out of the sky. Some of this may sound a little science fiction, but may be a necessity depending on the residents and status of your community. There was a recent lawsuit of a man shooting a drone in the airspace of his backyard. However, that was in the South and not recommended in California. Of course, you can always notify the police, stating AB 856, which expanded “physical invasion of privacy” to include drones going into the airspace of private residence or business (Section 1708.8 of the Civil Code). Even though the drone and its user will probably be long gone by the time the authorities arrive, it is still good to make local law enforcement aware of the

increased usage, and potentially scare off the user from returning. Although policy may be slow in keeping up with technology, we don’t have to be. Remind your neighbors and security team to look up as much as they look around. As in most cases, the more eyes you have checking for suspicious activity, the more likely you are to prevent situations from escalating. Speak to your local police liaison. Make them alert to drone usage in your area, even if you aren’t sure whether it is a hobbyist or a criminal. You have a right to your privacy and safety, so don’t be embarrassed to speak up about it. As the drone technology continues to advance, so must our awareness and responsiveness. Rickey Teems is Branch Manager at Securitas Security Services USA, the largest international company specializing in protective services. Rickey can be reached at rickey.teems@securitasinc.com.

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HERE’S THE LATEST FROM SACRAMENTO TWO NEW BILLS HAVE BEEN INTRODUCED AS OF THE LAST WEEK IN JANUARY. Assembly Bill 1720 permits an attorney who represents a member to attend any board meeting that the member is permitted to attend, regardless of whether the member attends. It is sponsored by the California Association of County Bar Associations and is authored by Republican Assemblyman Don Wagner who represents Santa Ana, Orange and Irvine. Senate Bill 918, authored by Senator Andy Vidak, also Republican, and he represents the Fresno-Bakersfield Central Valley. It is merely “intent language” now, but will be amended to address the process serving procedure that creates problems when an owner is missing or not located for personal service. This is particularly problematic in delinquent assessment matters. This is a second attempt by the California Trustees Association to improve the notification process.

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We are evaluating both bills and will issue a position on each before they are brought to hearing in March.

OTHER NEWS At our recent “HOA Round Table” of industry lobbyists in Sacramento, we learned that the California Association of Realtors does not intend to sponsor a bill affecting associations, and neither do the developers, lenders, managers, title companies or the Bureau of Real Estate. However, some noncontroversial amendments to existing Code may be appearing in March or April. The California Legislative Action Committee (CLAC) is deciding whether to introduce a bill in the second half of the legislative session. In addition to being somewhat limited on time, many legislators are reluctant to carry a bill that will create controversy in an election year. CLAC has always had excellent authors of our bills, usually committee chairpersons or those with industry knowledge. However, this year’s crop of legislators is 80% new from 2012, and finding the best candidate is difficult. Several more bills will appear by the end of February, and we will alert you about them as they are introduced and amended. Some will require your direct involvement so please stay tuned to CLAC.

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Our Chapters are organizing local visits to key legislators and inviting them to tour associations. Grassroots, face-to-face contact is a tried-and-true advocacy tool that we absolutely need to practice, especially with so many new legislators, some of whom may be in office until 2024 thanks to the voter-approved ballot initiative that recently passed. They need to hear from us! Finally, be sure to attend CLAC’s annual “Legislative Day in the Capitol”. We’ve conducted this event for 24 years and it’s always effective…and fun! This year’s event will be held on Monday, April 18th, at the Hyatt Regency in Sacramento. The day prior, Sunday, April 18th, will be dedicated to education programs and interaction with managers, board members, homeowners,

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COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES 2016 FEDERAL PRIORITIES A KEY DEVELOPMENT AND HIGHLIGHT FOR CAI GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS IN 2015 was the increasing number of CAI members advocating on federal government issues. CAI members responded in record numbers to federal legislative alerts, contacting members of Congress at critical times. CAI member phone calls, e-mails, and letters had a significant impact, amplifying CAI lobbying activities in the Congress. In one instance, CAI members flooded key Senate offices with more than 1,400 messages over the course of two critical days. Importantly, 2015 saw growth in CAI’s Federal Issues Summit. In October, more than 45 CAI members traveled to Washington, DC to discuss CAI’s federal policy issues and spend a day lobbying on Capitol Hill. In just one day, CAI member advocates met with the offices of almost 80 U.S. Representatives and U.S. Senators. CAI federal advocacy faced critical challenges in 2015, which will continue in 2016. Looking ahead, CAI Government Affairs will be actively lobbying in the following areas— zz Qualifying all community associations for federal disaster assistance zz Preserving association governance over HAM radio towers and antennas zz Federal Housing Administration (FHA) approval rules for condominiums zz Preserving state association lien priority statutes

■ DISASTER ASSISTANCE FOR ASSOCIATIONS A highlight for CAI member advocacy in 2015 was the introduction of legislation ensuring all community associations qualify for federal disaster assistance. U.S. Rep. Steve Israel (D-NY) has emerged as the leader in Congress in the fight for equity in disaster assistance for community associations. Due to Rep. Israel’s tireless efforts, the U.S. House Committee on Transportation approved disaster assistance reform legislation that included a provision requiring that FEMA work to qualify community associations for disaster assistance. Rep. Israel also successfully included a similar requirement in legislation funding FEMA operations in 2016. Most important was Rep. Israel’s introduction of H.R. 3863, the Disaster Assistance Equity Act of 2015. H.R. 3863 qualifies community associations for federal debris removal assistance following a disaster and allows condominiums and cooperatives access to federal disaster funds to repair critical common infrastructure.

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In 2016, CAI members will press Congress to approve H.R. 3863. By speaking with one voice, CAI members can ensure all community associations have access to federal disaster recovery resources.

■ HAM RADIO IN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS U.S. Representatives Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and Greg Walden (R-OR) have introduced legislation, H.R. 1301, that voids community association rules applying to HAM radio towers and antennas. Reps. Kinzinger and Walden have been joined in this effort by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS), who is championing identical legislation, S. 1685, in the U.S. Senate. CAI opposes federal legislation that needlessly interferes with the community association governance process. H.R. 1301 and S. 1685 replace association rules governing HAM radio towers and antennas with a federal standard that currently applies to county and municipal governments. Under this federal standard, it would be difficult for a community association to establish uniform height, placement, and size restrictions on HAM radio towers and antennas that could withstand a legal challenge. Over CAI’s objections, on November 18th, the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee approved S. 1685. As a direct result of CAI member advocacy, U.S. Senator Bill Nelson (D-FL) and U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) opposed S. 1685. Senator Nelson and Senator Schatz are senior members of the Commerce Committee and serve in leadership positions. With Senator Nelson and Senator Schatz actively opposed to S. 1685, it is unlikely the legislation will be approved in its current form by the full U.S. Senate. CAI will continue to pursue a compromise that respects the right of community associations to set standards concerning HAM radio towers and antennas, but also ensures amateur radio licensees can pursue their hobby. According to CAI member research, a super majority of community associations permit HAM radio broadcasting, but require prior approval of external towers and antennas. Preserving these rules and procedures is a key federal priority for CAI in 2016.

■ FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION CONDOMINIUM STANDARDS Following the financial crisis, the Federal Housing Administration revamped its approval process for condominiums. This new approach has resulted in a substantial decline in the number of condominiums approved to participate in FHA’s mortgage insurance program. With FHA’s participation in the condominium market now at historic lows, qualified condominium unit owners are being denied access to FHA-insured mortgages. U.S. Rep. Blaine Leutekeymer (R-MO) has introduced legislation, H.R. 3700, to reverse FHA condominium policies such as the agency’s prohibition on transfer fees, CAI-Greater Los Angeles Chapter

limits on commercial space in condominiums, and owner occupancy requirements. H.R. 3700 also requires FHA to extend the current 2-year project certification and streamline the recertification process. These reforms will allow more condominiums to receive FHA approval. CAI strongly supports H.R. 3700. CAI members can support a healthy and vibrant condominium market by contacting their federal representatives to urge support for this critical legislation.

■ PRESERVING ASSOCIATION LIEN PRIORITY STATUTES The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), a powerful independent federal agency, is working to overturn association lien priority statutes. To illustrate the agency’s scorched-earth approach, FHFA has sued community associations in Nevada that lawfully foreclosed association liens. The agency also threatened Nevada lawmakers, stating FHFA believed that lenders may reasonably refuse to issue mortgages in the state unless legislators repeal Nevada’s priority lien statute. CAI’s Amicus Committee has filed numerous briefs countering FHFA’s arguments against lien priority in courts across the country. In Washington DC, CAI members have met with senior FHFA officials, including the Director of FHFA, the Honorable Mel Watt. Director Watt has stated FHFA will continue to oppose association lien priority and will actively seek federal preemption of lien priority statutes.

In 2016, CAI anticipates FHFA will support a campaign by mortgage bankers to repeal or substantially revise association lien priority laws in the various state legislatures. While CAI will continue to urge FHFA to drop its misguided campaign against community associations, CAI members in priority lien states should prepare for a coordinated campaign to eliminate lien priority statutes.

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Announcing COACHING TO CREDENTIALS FOR MANAGER MEMBERS

WHAT IS IT AND HOW DOES IT BENEFIT YOU? How many times have you said to yourself that you really should obtain your CMCA® certification, or go for the AMS® or PCAM®? Since a day in the life of a professional manager never ends, there seems to be no time to take care of yourself. To help you out and give you a nudge that could boost you to the next pay grade, we have created the Coaching to Credentials program for managers. Regardless if you are a seasoned manager or new to the industry, Coaching to Credentials is an opportunity to either give back (as a mentor) by providing career guidance, vision, insight and support to another manager — or to get help (as a protégé) planning the progressive steps of your career, with emphasis on obtaining your PCAM® (Professional Community Association Manager credential). Think of it as an organized “buddy system” and a way to build camaraderie with other managers in our industry. Many of our manager members have become lifelong friends by taking CAI National courses together, networking with other managers at our many events and even sharing success stories.

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HOW DOES IT WORK? If you are interested in becoming a mentor or protégé, the first step is to download an application from our Website www.cai-glac.org under the Education tab and email it to office@cai-glac.org. If you want to be a mentor, we will provide you with the necessary materials and tools and give you some training. If you want guidance as a protégé, we will pair you up with a mentor and get you going. In the program you will work together as a team by discussing your experience in the industry, determine the expectations of your mentoring relationship and set a meeting schedule that will benefit the two of you.

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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR? AS MENTORS: zz Experienced managers holding a PCAM® designation who can commit the time necessary to consistently cultivate a meaningful mentor relationship with a fellow community manager member. zz Manager professionals who like to guide and empower others. zz Managers who are current CAI-GLAC members with designations specific to CAI.

A Mentor: zz Helps to identify specific goals. zz Provides career guidance. zz Provides vision and insight. zz Offers support and advice about CAI courses. zz Promotes the value of credentials. zz Serves as a solid role model. zz Requirements for Mentors zz Attend a 20-minute introductory informational call for pairing purposes and an explanation of the program (will be offered multiple times).

zz Devote time to fostering the professional relationship with the protégé through in-person meetings and/or conference calls. zz Make contact with protégé at CAI-GLAC events. zz Motivate other managers.

AS PROTÉGÉS: Managers who want to: zz Build a career in this industry as a community manager. zz Obtain formal education to become more valuable to their company, gain more confidence in advising their associations and increase their job opportunities.

Requirements for Protegés zz Maintain a current manager membership in CAI-GLAC. zz Make a personal commitment to community association management as a career. To learn more about Coaching to Credentials: zz Visit the CAI-GLAC Website, http://www.cai-glac. org/manager_mentorship_program.php zz Contact the CAI-GLAC Chapter at 818-500-8636.

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Did you know that the Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM®) designation is the highest professional credential available worldwide to community managers? A PCAM® designation holder is part of an elite group of community association managers numbering 2,660+ internationally. We are proud to say that there are approximately 60 PCAM® members in the Greater Los Angeles Chapter alone. Although the educational track may seem daunting, it is well worth the time and expense.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PCAM® DESIGNATION zz Five years (5) of management experience in a community association; zz In California, you do have to take the CAI M-100 specifically in California as the Davis-Stirling Act is state-specific. zz Successful completion of all six (6) CAI M-200 level courses, which you can take anywhere in the country; zz Successful completion of the CMCA® exam administered by CAMICB; zz Register for the Case Study where you travel to a community and actually perform a site visit. zz You will learn of the property, the issues facing the association, the management, board of directors, and meet vendors, such as the insurance broker and attorney.

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zz You will receive copies of meeting minutes, newsletters and governing documents. zz You will observe, take notes and photos, and will write a report following the guidelines provided by CAI. You will then have thirty (30) days to complete and forward your report. In return for your hard work, you will be recognized for your commitment as having attained the top level of professionalism the industry has to offer. This designation will give you a huge advantage should you move outof-state and apply to manage another common interest development. On a personal note, you gain self-assurance, both professionally and monetarily. Every designation earned is an opportunity for the entire CAI-GLAC Chapter to celebrate your success. Once a year, a PCAM® luncheon is held to honor those who have made this commitment and received the PCAM®. I encourage you to become part of this elite group! Tracy Wolin, CCAM, CMCA, AMS, PCAM, is the general manager of The Diplomat Community Association on the Wilshire Corridor and is a member of CAIGLAC’s Education committee. She can be reached at thediplomat@sbcglobal.net

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WELCOME

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Community Association Homeowners And Board Members! CAI’s educational workshop, The Essentials of Community Association Volunteer Leadership, provides the perfect opportunity for board members and homeowners living in community associations to learn essential, relevant, and timely information that an help you lead your communities to harmony and prosperity.

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BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS ALLBRIGHT 1-800-PAINTING AlliedBarton Security Services Association Capital Bank Berg Insurance Agency, Inc. Brickman ValleyCrest California Safety Agency CBCI Construction, Inc. Condo Approval Processing Company of America Critter Busters, Inc. Design Build Associates Environmental Testing Associates Gayle G. Gould, CPA Fenton Grant Mayfield Kaneda & Litt, LLP Hi Tech Painting & Decorating, Inc. Iger Wankel Bonkowski, LLP Law Offices of Laura J. Snoke McGuireWoods, LLP MeterNet Sub-Metering and Billing Solutions, Inc. Mission Paving & Sealing, Inc. Mutual of Omaha Bank/CondoCerts Nautilus General Contractors, Inc. Pariser & Pariser, LLP Patriot Environmental Laboratory Services, Inc. Popular Association Banking Rick’s Rain Gutters Ronald S. Stone, PhD, CPA, CFE Rose Paving Company Roseman & Associates APC Roy Palacios Insurance Agency, Inc. Servpro of Santa Monica & Marina del Rey Steve D. Reich Insurance Agency Super Painting Co. The Inspectors of Election, LLC Valley Alarm VanDerPol & Company Western Rooter & Plumbing Witkin & Neal, Inc. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS Briarwood Community Center Croydon Park HOA International Tower Owners Association New Horizons-South Bay Association Villa Vallarta Homeowners Association West Ocean Association

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COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES Baldwin Real Estate Management Cardinal Management Group Common Interest Services, Inc. Condominium & Community Specialists, Inc. Infinity Property Services Manhattan Management Corporation Pacific Real Estate & Management, Inc. Partners Community Management Porter Ranch Community Association Management Prellis Property Management Property Management Professionals, LLC AAMC Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC SF Valley Management Company Sierra Property Management Wall Street Realty – Property Management COMMUNITY MANAGERS Hasmik Akopyan Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC Valerie Atkins Briarwood Community Center Michelle Atkinson Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC Sandra Bevardos, CMCA® Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC John Burton Le Parc HOA Paul Cannings, CMCA® Beven & Brock Claire Carafello Lynne Collmann, CMCA®, AMS® Savoy HOA Warren Davidoff, CMCA®, AMS® Ross Morgan & Company, Inc. AAMC Manuel Diaz, CMCA®, AMS® Ten Five Sixty Wilshire Condo Association Michelle Gibson Glen Towers Owners Association Brandon Grosh, CMCA®, AMS® Property Management Professionals, LLC AAMC Linda Healey, CCAM®, PCAM® The Californian on Wilshire HOA Vanda Hembree Adore Property Management Ariel Hess, CCAM®, CMCA®, AMS® Scott Management Company Marilyn Howald, CMCA® Beven & Brock Candi Kocher Four Seasons HOA

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2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTS FEBRUARY 03 Tricks of the Trade for Business Partners – 9:30 a.m. Bel Air Crest Master Association Clubhouse, Los Angeles

09 Long Beach Educational Program for HOA Boards – 6:00 p.m. Renaissance Long Beach Hotel, 111 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802

12 PCAM Luncheon – 11:30 a.m. City Club LA, 555 S. Flower St., 51st Floor, Los Angeles 90071

19 Chapter Board of Directors Meeting – 8:30 a.m. Chapter Office, Glendale

25 SF Valley Luncheon Program for HOA Boards and Managers – 11:30 a.m. Warner Center Marriott, 21850 Oxnard Street, Woodland Hills, CA 91367

MARCH 03-04 PCAM Case Study Location TBD

08 Managers Only Breakfast Workshop – 9:00 a.m. The Californian on Wilshire, 10800 Wilshire Blvd., LA, CA 90024

11 Chapter Board of Directors Meeting – 8:30 a.m. Chapter Office, Glendale

23 South Bay Luncheon Program for HOA Boards and Managers – 11:30 a.m. DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance-South Bay, 21333 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503

30 Valencia Educational Breakfast for HOA Boards and Managers – 8:30 a.m. Hyatt Regency Valencia, 24500 Town Center Drive, Valencia, CA 91355

APRIL 01 California Common Interest Development 8-Hour Law Course – 8:00 a.m. The Wilshire, 10580, Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024

ADVERTISERS INDEX 11 Alliance Association Bank 34 Animal & Insect Pest Management Inc. 31 Association Reserves, Inc. 19 Bentley Community Management

08 CMCA Study Session – 8:00 a.m. Rockpointe HOA, 22350 Devonshire St., Chatsworth, CA 91311

16 Essentials of Community Leadership Workshop – 8:15 a.m. Regatta Seaside HOA, 13600 Marina Pointe Drive, Marina del Rey, CA 90292

17-18 Legislative Day at the Capitol Hyatt Regency, Sacramento

20 Downtown Luncheon Program for HOA Boards and Managers – 11:30 a.m.

22 R.W. Stein Painting, Inc. 29 Reserve Studies Inc. 25 Sandra Macdonald Insurance

11 Farmers Insurance Group – Steven G. Segal Insurance Agency, Inc.

26 Select Painting & Construction 13 Sky Painting

15 Ferris Painting, Inc.

21 SwedelsonGottlieb

18 Hi-Tech Painting and Water Proofing

28 Timothy Cline Insurance Agency, Inc.

27 Mutual of Omaha Bank/ CondoCerts

15 Union Bank HOA Services

32 Poindexter & Company, CPAs 29 Pacific Utility Audit

30 Witkin & Neal, Inc. 9 Wolf, Rifkin, Shapiro, Schulman & Rabkin LLP

ADVERTISING INFORMATION Dimensions & Rates:

Artwork must not exceed the exact dimensions of that size ad. For more information, call the Chapter office: 818-500-8636. Ad Size

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07 Westside Homeowners Association Marketplace – 5:30 p.m. DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance-South Bay, 21333 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503

27 Popular Association Banking 29 Preferred Commercial Painting, Inc.

20 Critter Busters

05 Ask an Expert Breakfast – 8:30 a.m. Location TBD

12 Pacific Western Bank

Payment: Rates are subject to change without notice. By credit card, check or cash. Minimum three-insertion contract. Rates subject to change without notice. Advertising Sales: Please contact the Chapter office for advertising specifications and deadline information at: 818-500-8636.

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26 Westside Evening Educational Program – 7:00 p.m. Location TBD

29 Chapter Board of Directors Meeting – 8:30 a.m. Chapter Office, Glendale

MAY 4-7 CAI National Conference Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819

10 San Gabriel Valley Educational Program for HOA Boards – 6:00 p.m. Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly Street, Pasadena, CA 91103

16 Annual Golf Tournament – 8:30 a.m. TPC Valencia, 26550 Heritage View Lane, Valencia, CA 91381 25 Culver City Luncheon Program for HOA Boards and Managers – 11:30 a.m. DoubleTree by Hilton Westside, 6161 W. Centinela Blvd., Culver City

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THE GREAT ESCAPE Three Contests… Three Prizes

CAI-GLAC’s 2016 Membership Recruiter Contests Share the benefits of CAI membership with colleagues and friends during 2016 and win! GRAND PRIZE 3-Day, 2-Night Vacation Package ($1,000 Value) Member with the highest number of points as of December 31, 2016 will be awarded the Grand Prize. (Minimum 20 pts. needed to qualify.)

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RECRUITER RAFFLE Evening Out On The Town ($500 Value) All 2016 recruiters (except the Grand Prize winner) who have achieved a minimum of 10 points will go into a raffle drawing held in January 2017 (when all the 2016 results are in).

RECRUITER-OF-THE-MONTH $50 Gift Certificate The member who has recruited the most new memberships in the previous month will be recognized at the next luncheon and awarded a $50 gift certificate.

POINT SYSTEM Business Partner = 1 point (in a category already existing)

Business Partner = 2 points (in a new category)

Manager or Board Member = 2 points Management Company = 3 points RULES: • Each time you recruit a new member, you receive points toward your membership recruitment total. Points will accrue from January 1 through December 31, 2016. The more members you recruit, the more you'll increase eligibility for the Grand Prize. • To receive recruiter credit, you must alert the local CAI Chapter Office and CAI National on the printed application form submitted, or be identified through CAI National membership reports.

• Completed applications and membership dues for qualified applicants must be received at CAI between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016 to be counted toward the Grand Prize. • In the case of a tie, a random drawing will determine the Grand Prize winner.

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