The Western Florida Cooperator, The Condo, HOA & Co-op Monthly

Management

Vulnerable Residents

Safety at Any Age

Multifamily residential buildings provide both privacy and community. Privacy, because a recluse in New York City can ha…

Management

2015 February

Pets or Pests?

Dealing With Companion Animals

2015 January

Staying Competitive in Management

It's Tough Out There

2015 January

Educational Resources for Managers

Getting Smart in Western & Central Florida

2015 January

Mastering Management

Maximizing Cooperation and Partnership

Finance

Dealing With Code Violations

Better Safe Than Sorry

Those of us without engineering degrees tend to take the buildings in which we live and work for granted. We simply ass…

Finance

2015 July

Don’t Raid the Cookie Jar

Capital Budgeting is Essential

2015 July

In The Black

Explaining Common Co-op/Condo Budget Terminology

2015 July

Money Talks

Communicating About Co-op/Condo Finances

2014 July

Financial Firestorms

Surviving Fraud & Neglect

On The Board

Working With Your Support Professionals

How (and When) Boards Should Speak Up

Attorneys and community association managers can be a godsend for the board of a co-op, condominium or HOA. Most boards …

2018 October

Participation by Proxy

Handling Proxy Voting in Your Building or HOA

2018 October

Your Board’s Legal Obligations

Fiduciary Duty, Disclosure, Meetings, and More

2017 October

The Roles of Building Staff

Working as a Team for the Good of All

2017 October

Supporting Your Staff

Letting Your Employees Know You Care

Knowing When to Call Your Manager

Response to Calls is an Essential Part of the Manager’s Job

Olivia Pope, the main character on ABC’s Scandal, is a professional fixer. If you have a problem—any problem—she can fi…

2014 January

Secrets of Successful Managers

Communication, Accommodation, Cooperation

2014 January

Managing Amenities

Who’s In Charge of What?

2014 January

Changing Managers or Firms?

Don’t Overlook the Details!

Board Owner Do’s and Don’ts

What Makes a Board Successful?

It only takes a few minutes of a web search to uncover the traits that make a successful person or business owner. For e…

Keeping Track of Paperwork

Properly Managing Association Records

Maintenance

Heating Options for Multifamily Communities

Get Warm, Stay Warm

Whether you live in a high-rise building or a spread-out condo association, you probably take having reliable, adequate …

2017 November

Non-Resident Board Members

How Do They Affect Operations?

2017 November

Laundry Room Maintenance

It’s a Wash

2017 November

Optimizing HVAC

Heating, Cooling, and Conserving

2016 November

Wood-Destroying Pests

How to Protect Your Property

A Clear View

What’s New in Window Trends and Technology?

Windows can dramatically change any space, from transforming a tiny kitchen into a front row seat to a glorious skyline …

From the Outside In

Exterior Building Inspections in South Florida

Plumbing the Depths

Pipes, Drains, and Your Building's Water Supply

Of all the modern conveniences we take for granted, perhaps none is as profoundly basic —and indispensable—as indoor pl…

2014 November

The Art of Picking Professionals

To Choose or Not to Choose

2014 November

Your Building's Anatomy

Systems That Keep Your Building Functioning

Insurance

To Claim, or Not to Claim?

The Insurance Dilemma

Homesharing and Insurance

What Your Board Should Know

Insurance: A Must-Have or Couldn’t Hurt?

Making Smart Yet Affordable Coverage Decisions

Who's Responsible for Repairs?

August 2014, Vol 3, No 8

Identifying Insurance Options

One Size Does Not Fit All!

Design

Splish-Splash

Enhancing Your Community with Water Features

Design for All

The Functionality of Universal Design

Organizations

The Florida Swimming Pool Association

Training, Education and Professionalism for Pool Administrators

The Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association

Leading Florida's Green Industry

The Insurance Information Institute

A One-Stop Resource for Florida Homeowners

Events

Thu, Apr 25, 5:30pm – 8:30pm

CAI-West Florida: 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament

Thu, Apr 25, 5:30pm – 8:30pm add to calendar 25-04-2019 17:30 25-04-2019 20:30 America/New_York CAI-West Florida: 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament Cost per team: $75. Includes: donation to Satchel's; food and first drink; tournament entry fee; represent your business. Open to all CAI members. For information, visit www.caiwestflorida.org. Big Top Brewing Company, 6111 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-West Florida: 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament

Cost per team: $75. Includes: donation to Satchel's; food and first drink; tournament entry fee; represent your business. Open to all CAI members. For information, visit www.caiwestflorida.org.

Big Top Brewing Company, 6111 Porter Way, Sarasota, FL 34232, USA map

Fri, Apr 26, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Becker: Fair Housing Act: Association Compliance with the FHA – Part 1

Fri, Apr 26, 12:00pm – 2:00pm add to calendar 26-04-2019 12:00 26-04-2019 14:00 America/New_York Becker: Fair Housing Act: Association Compliance with the FHA – Part 1 Participants will learn important information on the Fair Housing Act (FHA) regarding the use of criminal background checks to prevent sale of lease of residential property and the liability for retaliation & hostile environment harassment. For information, visit www.floridacondohoalawblog.com. 1511 N Westshore Blvd., Suite 1000, Tampa, FL 33607 MM/DD/YYYY

Becker: Fair Housing Act: Association Compliance with the FHA – Part 1

Participants will learn important information on the Fair Housing Act (FHA) regarding the use of criminal background checks to prevent sale of lease of residential property and the liability for retaliation & hostile environment harassment. For information, visit www.floridacondohoalawblog.com.

1511 N Westshore Blvd., Suite 1000, Tampa, FL 33607 map

Fri, May 3, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Becker: Dealing With Difficult People

Fri, May 3, 12:00pm – 2:00pm add to calendar 03-05-2019 12:00 03-05-2019 14:00 America/New_York Becker: Dealing With Difficult People In this course, managers will learn: how to tailor problem-solving skills to different personalities and approaches to life; constructive approaches to handling telephone conversations and in-person confrontations; the dynamics of interactions having the potential to become adversarial and learn skills necessary to affect behavior and resolve issues in a way that creates satisfaction in the consumer; specific tips for working with all kinds of challenging people and ways to bring out the best in themselves and others. For information, visit www.floridacondohoalawblog.com. 1211 1st Avenue North, Suite 201, St. Petersburg, FL MM/DD/YYYY

Becker: Dealing With Difficult People

In this course, managers will learn: how to tailor problem-solving skills to different personalities and approaches to life; constructive approaches to handling telephone conversations and in-person confrontations; the dynamics of interactions having the potential to become adversarial and learn skills necessary to affect behavior and resolve issues in a way that creates satisfaction in the consumer; specific tips for working with all kinds of challenging people and ways to bring out the best in themselves and others. For information, visit www.floridacondohoalawblog.com.

1211 1st Avenue North, Suite 201, St. Petersburg, FL map

Tue, May 7, 9:30am – 12:30pm

Becker: HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member…But were Afraid to Ask!”

Tue, May 7, 9:30am – 12:30pm add to calendar 07-05-2019 09:30 07-05-2019 12:30 America/New_York Becker: HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member…But were Afraid to Ask!” If you are planning to serve on your association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected. Our Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify hoa, condo and co-op board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role. For information, visit www.floridacondohoalawblog.com. 1 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1800, Fort Lauderdale, FL MM/DD/YYYY

Becker: HOA/CONDO/CO-OP Board Member Certification – “Everything you Wanted to Know About Being a Board Member…But were Afraid to Ask!”

If you are planning to serve on your association board, you probably know that you will need to comply with Florida’s certification requirements within 90 days of being elected. Our Board Member course is tailored specifically to certify hoa, condo and co-op board members. Your participation will satisfy the statutory requirement so that you are eligible to serve on your condominium association board. More importantly, it will provide the tools and information you need to perform your job well and to avoid any potential liability associated with your new role. For information, visit www.floridacondohoalawblog.com.

1 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1800, Fort Lauderdale, FL map

Thu, May 9, 8:00am – 10:00am

CAI-Suncoast: Pinellas County Breakfast Program

Thu, May 9, 8:00am – 10:00am add to calendar 09-05-2019 08:00 09-05-2019 10:00 America/New_York CAI-Suncoast: Pinellas County Breakfast Program For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com. St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater, 12600 Roosevelt Blvd N, St. Petersburg, FL 33716, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-Suncoast: Pinellas County Breakfast Program

For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com.

St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater, 12600 Roosevelt Blvd N, St. Petersburg, FL 33716, USA map

Wed, May 15 – Sun, May 19

CAI Annual Conference - Orlando, Florida

Wed, May 15 – Sun, May 19 add to calendar 15-05-2019 00:00 19-05-2019 00:00 America/New_York CAI Annual Conference - Orlando, Florida The CAI Annual Conference and Exposition provides education sessions on operations, leadership, innovative business practices and new products and technologies. Industry professionals and homeowner volunteer leaders from around the world come together to discuss critical issues, network and learn about the latest community association trends. For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com. Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI Annual Conference - Orlando, Florida

The CAI Annual Conference and Exposition provides education sessions on operations, leadership, innovative business practices and new products and technologies. Industry professionals and homeowner volunteer leaders from around the world come together to discuss critical issues, network and learn about the latest community association trends. For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com.

Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819, USA map

Fri, May 17, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Becker: Dealing with Difficult People

Fri, May 17, 12:00pm – 2:00pm add to calendar 17-05-2019 12:00 17-05-2019 14:00 America/New_York Becker: Dealing with Difficult People In this course, managers will learn: • how to tailor problem-solving skills to different personalities and approaches to life • constructive approaches to handling telephone conversations and in-person confrontations • the dynamics of interactions having the potential to become adversarial and learn skills necessary to affect behavior and resolve issues in a way that creates satisfaction in the consumer • specific tips for working with all kinds of challenging people and ways to bring out the best in themselves and others. For information, visit https://www.floridacondohoalawblog.com/. 1211 1st Avenue North, Suite 201, St. Petersburg, FL MM/DD/YYYY

Becker: Dealing with Difficult People

In this course, managers will learn: • how to tailor problem-solving skills to different personalities and approaches to life • constructive approaches to handling telephone conversations and in-person confrontations • the dynamics of interactions having the potential to become adversarial and learn skills necessary to affect behavior and resolve issues in a way that creates satisfaction in the consumer • specific tips for working with all kinds of challenging people and ways to bring out the best in themselves and others. For information, visit https://www.floridacondohoalawblog.com/.

1211 1st Avenue North, Suite 201, St. Petersburg, FL map

Fri, May 31, 7:00am – 5:00pm

CAI-West Florida: 2019 Spring Golf Tournament

Fri, May 31, 7:00am – 5:00pm add to calendar 31-05-2019 07:00 31-05-2019 17:00 America/New_York CAI-West Florida: 2019 Spring Golf Tournament 7:00 a.m.: registration and continental breakfast; 8:00 a.m.: shotgun start scramble format. Fee: $130; first come, first served. Includes greens fees, golf cart, range balls, beverages, goody bag, continental breakfast and lunch. For information, visit www.caiwestflorida.org. Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club, 4800 Chase Oaks Dr, Sarasota, FL 34241, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-West Florida: 2019 Spring Golf Tournament

7:00 a.m.: registration and continental breakfast; 8:00 a.m.: shotgun start scramble format. Fee: $130; first come, first served. Includes greens fees, golf cart, range balls, beverages, goody bag, continental breakfast and lunch. For information, visit www.caiwestflorida.org.

Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club, 4800 Chase Oaks Dr, Sarasota, FL 34241, USA map

Thu, Jun 6, 8:00am – 10:00am

CAI-Suncoast: 2019 Legislative Update

Thu, Jun 6, 8:00am – 10:00am add to calendar 06-06-2019 08:00 06-06-2019 10:00 America/New_York CAI-Suncoast: 2019 Legislative Update $20.00 each CAI Member-$30.00 each non-member/late registration. Chapter Sponsors - Breakfast Only (Diamond 2/Platinum 2/Gold 2 person FREE per breakfast). For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com. St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater, 12600 Roosevelt Boulevard North, St. Petersburg, FL 33716, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-Suncoast: 2019 Legislative Update

$20.00 each CAI Member-$30.00 each non-member/late registration. Chapter Sponsors - Breakfast Only (Diamond 2/Platinum 2/Gold 2 person FREE per breakfast). For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com.

St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater, 12600 Roosevelt Boulevard North, St. Petersburg, FL 33716, USA map

Thu, Jul 11, 2:00pm – 6:00pm

CAI-Suncoast: Mini Trade Show and Manager/Homeowner Social

Thu, Jul 11, 2:00pm – 6:00pm add to calendar 11-07-2019 14:00 11-07-2019 18:00 America/New_York CAI-Suncoast: Mini Trade Show and Manager/Homeowner Social Homeowner Registration, 2pm - 4pm, Course: Condominium, Cooperative and HOA Board Certification, Instructor: Dominick Scannavino; Manager Registration, 2pm - 4pm, Course: Keeping A Healthy Building, Instructor: Frederick Lauro. For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com. St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater, 12600 Roosevelt Boulevard North, St Petersburg, FL 33716, USA MM/DD/YYYY

CAI-Suncoast: Mini Trade Show and Manager/Homeowner Social

Homeowner Registration, 2pm - 4pm, Course: Condominium, Cooperative and HOA Board Certification, Instructor: Dominick Scannavino; Manager Registration, 2pm - 4pm, Course: Keeping A Healthy Building, Instructor: Frederick Lauro. For information, visit www.suncoastcai.com.

St. Petersburg Marriott Clearwater, 12600 Roosevelt Boulevard North, St Petersburg, FL 33716, USA map

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News

4/18/2019 More than 100 families given six months to find a new home as mobile home park announces closing - ABC Action News

More than 100 Clearwater families have six months to find a new place to live.
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4/17/2019 Here's how Orlando's housing market did in March - Orlando Business Journal

The Orlando housing market saw a 2% increase in median price in March, while year-over-year inventory rose 5% for its fifth consecutive month of increase and sales dropped 11% compared to last year, a new report from the Orlando Regional Realtor Association shows.
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4/15/2019 Man suffers burns as residents barely escape fire at Orange County condos - WFTV

Residents in an Orange County neighborhood watched in fear as people barely escaped a fire that ripped through nearby townhouses Saturday.
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4/12/2019 Action 9 investigates runaway condo fees - WFTV

They're facing a 400 percent fee hike and say state regulators aren't protecting them.
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4/12/2019 St. Johns County fence company owner charged with grand theft - News 4 Jax

A St. Johns County fence company owner who has been the subject of an I-TEAM investigation is now facing felony grand theft charges after being accused of taking a customer’s money for a fence and not doing the job.
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4/12/2019 Canadians are buying homes in Tampa Bay, but so are Icelanders, Turks and Finns - Tampa Bay Times

Tampa Bay is bucking the trend as turmoil abroad — be it Brexit in Britain or upheaval in Venezuela — is taking its toll on Florida's real estate market.
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4/9/2019 Proposal to eliminate condo arbitration program moving through Legislature - Tallahassee Democrat

A proposal moving through the Legislature would eliminate an inexpensive statewide condo mediation program in favor of dramatically more costly private mediation and court jurisdiction to settle disputes between residents and their condo boards.
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4/9/2019 St. Pete's Glass House condo sells for $2.55 million - Tampa Bay Times

The founder of a cosmetics line sold on HSN is the new owner of the Glass House, arguably Tampa Bay's most striking condo.
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4/5/2019 St. Pete council members okay controversial Bezu/Blue Lotus condo tower - Tampa Bay Times

The developer of the star-crossed Bezu/Blue Lotus condo tower cleared a major hurdle Thursday when City Council members approved the $11 million project.
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4/1/2019 Marble floors, golf views & more: The costliest home sold in Central Florida last week went for $2.4M - Orlando Business Journal

The most expensive home sold in Central Florida the week of March 17-23 was 9053 Mayfair Pointe Drive in Orlando's Lake Nona community, which went for $2.425 million, or $347 per square foot, according to the Orlando Regional Realtor Association.
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4/1/2019 NYC Investment Firm Sells Former Condo Project Near Tampa for Nearly $16M - GlobeSt.com

Tampa-based TLR Group has acquired the 126-unit Heritage at Temple Terrace Apartments in the Tampa suburb of Temple Terrace for approximately $15.78 million in an off-market transaction.
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3/28/2019 What's up with the sizes and prices of condos in ONE St. Petersburg? - Tampa Bay Times

On Feb. 21, a condo in ONE St. Petersburg sold for $3,655,800, making it the second priciest sale of the month in the entire Tampa Bay area.
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3/22/2019 Debate Over Preservation, Growth Heats Up In St. Petersburg - WJCT

St. Petersburg developers and preservationists on Thursday debated how the city might balance its rapid development with the preservation of its charm and history.
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3/20/2019 Double shooting suspect on the run in Tampa - Fox 13

Detectives are working to figure out who shot two people outside of a condo complex in northern Hillsborough County Tuesday afternoon.
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3/18/2019 4 Unique Factors To Consider When Shopping For A Condo - Forbes

For the most part, shopping for a condo is a lot like shopping for a single-family home.
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3/15/2019 South Tampa homeowners protesting new condo plan in single-family home area - WFTS

South Tampa neighbors are bombarding city leaders with e-mails and phone calls over the proposed plan to build condos on West Mullen Avenue.
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3/13/2019 Clearwater Point residents continue to fight Chart House hotel expansion after approval - Tampa Bay Times

On the morning of Oct. 1, consultant Joe Burdette sent an email to the city stating his developer client Dustin DeNunzio was withdrawing his application to build a 110-unit hotel on the site of the Palm Pavilion Inn on Clearwater Beach.
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3/12/2019 Man dies after being shot at Orange County condo complex - WFTV

A 33-year-old man was fatally shot Sunday morning at a condominium complex, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said.
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3/12/2019 Legislature tries to rein in dubious ‘emotional support’ animals - Miami Herald

Florida lawmakers are converging on the latest front in the war on fake service animals: apartments and condo buildings.
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3/8/2019 Collier County Sheriff's report sheds light on fatal fall that led to OSHA citation - Naples Daily News

Reports from the Collier County Sheriff's Office shed light on what led the U.S. Department of Labor to cite a roofing contractor for a fatal fall last summer at an East Naples job site.
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