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Righting past wrongs: Utah and Connecticut simplify removal of discriminatory covenants

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Community associations in Utah and Connecticut can now use a streamlined process to invalidate racially restrictive provisions contained in governing documents or in individual deeds of homes. Laws similar to the ones in Utah and Connecticut have passed in Washington state, Florida, and Maryland in recent years.

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Building standards: Improving structural integrity requirements for condominiums

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Several counties in Florida have inspection obligations that require a structural and electrical engineer or architect to conduct a building inspection and certify the safety of the building. Florida statute does not require a reserve study but requires a reserve schedule for repair and replacement of major components. .

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Know before you fly: Not all flags are treated equally under the law

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Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee have laws that prevent deed restrictions on military flags. Other states, such as California and Connecticut, do not permit associations to restrict the display of political flags.

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Conference Circuit: Getting Dog Trainers to Sit and Shake Hands

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Along with a full slate of speakers and workshops , the APDT conference, which will be held October 15-18 in Hartford, Connecticut, features special events like book signings and a 5K run/walk to raise money for the APDT Foundation. This year’s conference will be held, ironically, in sunny Orlando, Florida.

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Tragedy and change: CAI honors the victims of Champlain Towers South collapse

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Since the tragedy, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Tennessee have passed legislation regarding reserve studies and funding in community associations. Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Virginia have introduced legislation regarding reserve studies and funding. New Castle County (Del.)

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111 Intriguing Chats for 2011

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Other states with strong representation include California (16), New York (6), Pennsylvania (5), Florida (4), and Texas (4). benberkowitz - Benjamin Berkowitz; New Haven, Connecticut; SeeClickFix.com. Beverlyspeaks - Beverly Lewis; Florida; Executive Trainer, Speaker, Business Coach, Connoisseur of Life, Eternal Optimist.

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Coronavirus Updates for Association and Events Professionals – What You Need to Know

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Disney World Furloughing 43,000 Workers (source: NY Times) April 12, 2020 – The action comes after the Florida attraction closed last month because of the coronavirus pandemic. From today’s post, “Speaking of Florida, an outstanding visualization of where one group of beachgoers at Spring Break end up after Spring Break ends.