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Professional Management Development Program
2017
CASE STUDY
July 27-28, 2017
M-201 Facilities Management
December 7-8, 2017
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May 30, 2017
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TCAA MINUTE
May 26, 2017
TCAA Capitol Activities
The Texas Legislature completes the 85th Regular Legislative Session on Memorial Day - Monday, May 29. Unless Governor Greg Abbott calls the legislators back for a special session, the Texas Legislature will not convene again until January 8, 2019. The last day for Governor Abbott to veto bills passed during the final 10 days of the session is Sunday, June 18.
The recently completed legislative session was a success for community associations in Texas. Though TCAA was not pushing a legislative agenda this session, the TCAA advocacy team at the Capitol and the TCAA Board's legislative review team worked tirelessly to improve and, as necessary, defeat legislation harmful to associations, communities, and homeowners. In a session where many advocacy groups and stakeholders came away with tough losses, TCAA and its supporters were able to find a path to success.
In the coming weeks, look for an in-depth analysis of the 2017 Texas legislative session. In the meantime, please visit the TCAA website for updates on TCAA activities and events: www.txcommunityassociationadvocates.org
Last Minute Amendments
The TCAA legislative team remained vigilant right through the final days of session. For example, the text of SB 1620 by Senator Van Taylor, removing certain prohibitions on residents raising backyard chickens, was added as a floor amendment to an omnibus county regulation bill after midnight on Tuesday night. TCAA was watching this legislation closely during the legislative session to ensure no adverse affect on property owners' associations. The underlying bill ultimately was amended nearly 50 times, including the addition of multiple controversial provisions such as transgender bathroom regulations and new limits on local property taxes. These provisions garnered enough opposition that the bill and all of its amendments failed to pass.
Bills of Note
The most notable legislatively approved bill directly affecting community associations is HB 561, relating to the use of certain golf carts or utility vehicles to operate as package delivery vehicles. TCAA was successful in improving this legislation to preserve the ability of homeowner associations to regulate certain usages of these vehicles.
Below is an overview of other high-profile bills that impacted community associations, but failed to pass out of the Legislature:
- HB 522, relating to regulation of religious displays
- SB 1609, the Senate companion to HB 522 relating to regulation of religious displays
- HB 923, relating to excessive property owners' association fines
- HB 1572, relating to the removal of trees believed to be a fire risk
- HB 2320, restricting declarant control of property owners' associations
- HB 3065, relating to mechanic's, contractor's, or materialman's liens on condominium units
- HB 3528, relating to the collection of past due assessments by a property owners' association
- HB 4026, relating to eligibility to serve on the governing body of certain property owners' associations
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TCAA NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT
How to Make a Donation
Management companies who are submitting donations on behalf of POAs and other service providers may follow this procedure:
Checks may be remitted to:
TCAA (Texas Community Association Advocates, Inc)
823 Congress Avenue, Ste. 230
Austin, TX 78701
To make a contribution online:
Visit the TCAA website, www.txcaa.org, log in and complete the donation form.
For more information on suggested donations visit our website at www.txcaa.org/levels-of-support.
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Stephanie Ferrante
Chapter Executive Director
stephanie@caihouston.org
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2017 Legislative Session Update
Presented by Texas Community Association Advocates
Sponsored by Daughtry & Jordan, P.C.
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Thursday, June 8, 2017 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The Sam Houston Race Track - Winners Circle
Main Building, Second Level
7575 North Sam Houston Parkway West,
Houston, Texas 77064
Find out how the changes from the 2017 Legislative Session will affect your community, management company or business.
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Business Partner Exchange
Reverse Trade Show
Sponsored by Roberts Markel Weinberg Butler Hailey PC
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Thursday, June 8, 2017 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
The Sam Houston Race Track - Winners Circle
Main Building, Second Level
7575 North Sam Houston Parkway West,
Houston, Texas 77064
Managers and homeowners get a quick 3 minute opportunity to network directly with our trusted business partners, and find new solutions, services and products to benefit their communities and companies.
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Take a Manager to Lunch
Presented by
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SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, July 20, 2017 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The Westin Memorial City
945 Gessner Rd.,
Houston, Texas 77024
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Professional Management Development Program
Professional Community Association Manager (PCAM) Case Study
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hursday, July 27 - Friday, July 28, 2017
The final step toward earning the PCAM designation.
The PCAM Case Study is a comprehensive examination of an actual community association, combining classroom discussion with an extensive on-site inspection. You'll explore the community in depth, reviewing its administrative procedures, legal documents and communications; meeting with its manager, board members and key personnel; and learning about the local area. You'll be encouraged to ask questions and openly discuss issues faced by the association.
To register for the PCAM Case Study, you must successfully complete the prerequisite courses (
all 200-level PMDP courses) and receive written confirmation that your PCAM application has been approved within the previous year (other requirements apply).
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| Educated Business Partner |
| Tuesday, August 29, 2017 1:00 - 4:00 PM BCH Conference Room 10555 West Gulf Bank Road, Houston, Texas 77040 A point of distinction and differentiation for CAI Product and Service Providers. A baseline introduction the the community association industry, and an opportunity to better understand the association business and earn the new CAI Educated Business Partner distinction. Take the exam review and pass the test to earn the CAI Educated Business Partner distinction. Learn more Register now |
| Committee Information - Get involved |
| Do you have a great idea? Can you think of a way to make our events more successful? Join the fun, learn new skills and make new friends - it's as easy as joining a committee. Find your committee |
| Educated Business Partners |
| CAI has created an online course for business partners new to the community association industry. To learn more |
| Homeowner Hotline 832-251-1874 |
| The Greater Houston Chapter of the Community Associations Institute (GHC -CAI) has a free HOA Hotline, Submit a question |
| Job Postings |
| Would you like to post a job opening on our chapter website? Job postings are complimentary to GHC-CAI members. Click here |
| CAI Course Results and Course History |
| CAI course results and course history for our members are now available online by visiting CAI's website (www.caionline.org). Learn how |
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If you have any questions or comments about Chapter Activities, or if you'd like more information, please contact us:
Greater Houston Chapter - Community Associations Institute
9525 Katy Freeway, Suite 303
Houston, Texas 77024
Building Better Communities
713/784-5462
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