IMPORTANT
BOARD  UPDATE
March 2017

 



You're in LUCK:
We just added more classes!



 
In this Issue

Board Training Session
More Classes Added in April
Sign-up Today! 
HCMC: Video Presentation
Playground Safety

In every issue:
Links to our Resource Center, our Quality Control Helpline
Educational Material about all our Specialty Services !





At Heritage, we understand that board leadership is often changing. As your proud partner, we are here to help. Keeping volunteers up to date with our industry is just one of the ways we make the board's work easier.  Always check our  updates for the latest information and be sure to let us know how we can serve you even better! 


Board Training Update

We are excited to report that our March classes sold out in  less than a week, so we have added a few more sessions in April. 

New Dates:
Monday evening, April 17th 2017
Thursday evening, April 27th, 2017



Construction & Maintenance
HCMC: New Informational Video
Hopefully most of you are familiar with Heritage Construction and Maintenance or HCMC. As our staff and expertise have expanded, and so have our services. To make it easier for our boards to understand the scope of work we perform, Heritage has created a very brief video presentation. 

Click the link below and enjoy! 

[HCMC]-FC1-Construction Video-[02.27.17] (1)






Irish Recipes
We don't always think of recipes when we think of Saint Patrick's Day, but we found some really delicious ones online. Wishing you good luck in the kitchen! 




Can you reco gnize...
an UNSAFE playground?


If your playground looks like either of these images, 
be sure to read this article!

Now that warmer weather is approaching, many communities are ramping up for pool season and other activities at their amenities centers. With an increase in pool traffic comes an increase in players using the tennis courts, families out and about on the streets and sidewalks, and kids are using the community's playground. Does the equipment pictured resemble the equipment at your community? If so, act now, and here's why...

All Playground Equipment is classified into 2 categories: #1 Non-Public Use (Residential) and #2 Public Use Equipment (Commercial).

"Public Use" refers to commercial  playground equipment for use by children ages 6 months through 12 years in the playground areas of: child care facilities, institutions, multi-family communities (apartments, condos, townhomes, HOAs, etc.), public parks, restaurants, resorts and recreational areas, schools, and other areas of public use.

"Non-Public Use" refers to playground equipment designed for  your privately-owned home where you are personally liable for any injuries. The equipment shown in the pictures is considered "Non-Public Use" equipment and should never be installed in a "Public Use" setting such as an amenities center and/or HOA managed park area. Although "Non-Public Use" equipment has a lower price than "Public Use Equipment," installing Residential use equipment can open your community up to additional liability associated with  injuries sustained on the playground. 

Remember, you get what you pay for...
When evaluating your playground equipment there are three primary concerns communities should consider:
1. Safety of children to reduce injuries and death;
2. Managing liability from injuries and death;
3. Lifetime value of your purchase.

If you have any questions regarding your playground's status as  a "Public Use Playground" area, contact a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI). They are trained and certified using guidelines set forth by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the American Society for Testing Materials. A CPSI can advise your community whether your playground meets all necessary safety guidelines.

Lastly, if your playground is made of wood, chances are high that your playground is not classified for "Public Use." This presents unnecessary safety and financial risk to your community. EcoPlay Playgrounds of Marietta, GA has CPSI Professionals on staff that will help your community plan for a safe and fun playground season!

For more information contact:
Dan Thrailkill, CPSI
Commercial Playground Consultant
404-335-7881 Office






REMINDER OF HELPFUL LINKS

ARE YOU A NEW BOARD MEMBER or 
NEW TO THE HERITAGE FAMILY? 
For our Orientation Package:  

 Heritage Board Member 
RESOURCE CENTER

QUALITY CONTROL
Customer Satisfaction is our #1 Concern!
Please send an email to the address below if you are experiencing any  immediate concerns with the quality of our services so that we can quickly resolve the issue!

QualityControl@HeritageProperty.com



SPECIALTY SERVICE LINKS
Every Board Update will now have easy access to 
more information on our unique programs and services. 

Worried about Delinquencies?
A collection agency is your best option. 
Keep all the money owed to the association! 
Contact info@magnumsvc.com


Working on a Capital Improvement?
H.C.M.C.
We have a very talented
construction and maintenance team!
For more information:


Concerned about Lease Monitoring?
Learn how we can
H.E.L.P.
often at NO CHARGE 
to the association!

For even more details on all our programs:



Prior Board Updates

For past issues of our updates,
click the link below. 



An inspirational quote inspired by our theme:

"Your feet will take you where your heart is."

- Irish Proverb



Questions or Comments
Please Contact
Wendy Brant 
Director of Business Development
wbrant@heritageproperty.com


Heritage Property 
Management
Corporate Office
500 Sugar Mill Road
Building B, Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30350