CONTENTS October 2018
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30 On the Scene – Photos from the Business Exchange.
Your Vote Counts – Vote on Nov. 6 to support your industry and community during the 2018 midterm elections. This issue includes Houston Apartment Association Political Action Committee Endorsements and Contributors, along with editorial on relevant races, the firefighter proposition and more. Cover Image © 2121fisher | Dreamstime.com
36 On the Scene – Photos from the HAAPAC August Luncheon. 38 HAAPAC Endorsements – View the candidates HAA is supporting for the Nov. 6 midterm elections. 40 Thanks, HAAPAC Contributors – HAA thanks its members who support the HAAPAC - Just because you don’t take an interest in politics, doesn’t mean politics don’t take an interest in you. 42 Midterm Election Preview – What you need to know about key races and issues on the November ballot. 44 Pay Proposition – Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner urges Houston to vote against the firefighter pay proposition. 48 Do You Dare? – A successful leader must have the discipline to commit to a lifestyle change. 52 Social Savvy – Four steps to developing a strong social media marketing strategy. 58 On Site with ABODE – In continuation of our Honors Property Awards coverage, here is a closer look at four award-winning properties. 62 On the Scene – Photos from the NEXT Krazy Karaoke Night. 64 On the Scene – Photos from the Supplier Education Program.
COLUMNS & MONTHLY UPDATES 7 President’s Corner – The HAAPAC is keeping an eye on local legislative issues that will impact the vast Houston area. 8 Patron of the Month – Meet and support FSI Construction. 9 Legislative Update – Houston voters will revisit controversial drainage fee program. 11 It’s The Law – Is the credit card surcharge law unconstitutional? 14 Resident Relations – A resident asks disputes cleaning. 19 Upcoming Education – Find out what education courses the Houston Apartment Foundation is offering in October and November. 20 Calendar – HAA’s schedule of events for the next coming months. 26 NAA Update – How hurricane preparation helped Houston owners. 28 On the Road with HAA – Photos from the Katy Region Meeting. 54 Meet Who’s NEXT – Here is our monthly 40 questions for a NEXTer. 56 On the Road with HAA – Photos from The Woodlands Onsite-GoesOffsite happy hour. 67 Welcome Mat – Meet the newest HAA members. 68 The Ambassador ONE Society – News from the HAA welcome wagon. 70 Portfolio Changes and In the News – Industry news clips from our members. 74 Index of Advertisers – See the supplier members who support this publication. 75 MarketLine – The latest area market numbers. 79 BackPage – News from around the community.
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