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Neighborhood College Program
Spring 2013 Class Schedule
In Scottsdale, the success of our community is defined by how we as individuals address and respond to neighborhood issues and challenges. Believing that one person can make a difference, the City of Scottsdale developed the Neighborhood College to provide residents, neighborhood groups and homeowners associations with the information, resources and tools needed to become effective neighborhood leaders.
These classes are opened to all Scottsdale residents and our professional, volunteer instructors invite you to participate in the following free Neighborhood College classes. For more information about these classes call (480) 312-3111. Pre-registration is required for all classes.
Date |
Topic |
| Jan 31, 2013 | Seven Secrets of a Successful Community Association |
| Feb 6, 2013 | Dealing with the Troublesome Board Member and Association Member |
| Feb 11, 2013 | Foreclosures and Deeded Ownership Issues |
| Feb 25, 2013 | Reserve Funding for Your HOA |
| Feb 26, 2013 | The ABC’s of CC&R Enforcement |
| Mar 4, 2013 | What To Do When Vendors Do Not Perform |
| Mar 12, 2013 | The Development and Amending your CC&Rs |
| Mar 18, 2013 | Got Delinquencies? |
NEW! Seven Secrets of a successful community association
Thursday, January 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pmCommunity Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Rd.
This seminar will focus on the seven key traits of a successful community association. These traits, when implemented, will help a community association not only properly serve the members, but also steer clear of potential pitfalls and liability. Attorney Augustus H. Shaw, CCAL, of Shaw & Lines, LLC will discuss each key trait and provide in-depth analysis and practical tips on how to be a successful community association.
Dealing with the Troublesome Board Member and Association Member
Wednesday, February 6, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Mustang Library Auditorium, 10101 N. 90th St.
Removing the ineffective or troublesome board member has been outlined in Arizona law and is possible in 6 steps to be discussed in this class. Dealing with a troublesome association member takes patience and it helps to have a few ideas up your sleeve to gain peace and quiet in the association. how to cure any issues. Bring your financial documents along with you for your reference.
New! foreclosure and deeded ownership issues
Monday, February 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Rd.
Deeded ownership of property in your community determines membership in your association. Find out what happens when banks foreclose, bidders purchase a unit at a sheriff’s sale, or an owner quit claims their property to someone else. Learn the ins and outs of both forced changes in ownership and when someone simply tries to get out of owning their home.
Reserve Funding for Your HOA
Monday, February 25, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Mustang Library Auditorium, 10101 N. 90th St.
This is an overall approach to understanding your reserve studies. Bring your financial documents with you for your reference.
The ABC's of CCR Enforcement
Tuesday, February 26, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Community Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Rd.
Legal enforcement of covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) is an important part in maintaining overall quality of life and basic community standards for HOAs. However, enforcement can be a time-consuming and costly task for any HOA governing board. How do you encourage residents to abide by the rules without taking legal action against them? Get practical advice on how to effectively administer CC&Rs.
NEW! What to do when vendors do not perform
Monday, March 4, 6:00 – 8:00pmCommunity Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Rd.
Every association works with vendors, ranging from pool services to landscaping. Unfortunately, issues with vendors often don’t become apparent until a problem arises. This seminar will discuss issues to consider for various types of vendors, as well as the types of pitfalls that can arise and an association’s options when vendors don’t perform.
The Development and Amending of your CC&Rs
Tuesday, March 12, 6:00 – 8:00pmMustang Library Auditorium, 10101 N. 90th St.
Are your documents outdated? Learn how to amend your governing documents in the most efficient way possible, by setting realistic goals and expectations and attempting to do so without it costing your community a small fortune.
Got Delinquencies?
Monday, March 18, 6:00 - 8:00pmCommunity Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Rd
Does your association have owners who are not paying their assessments? Learn how to aggressively collect delinquent assessments from owners through the use of credit analysis, justice court or foreclosure lawsuits or through the garnishing of wages, bank accounts or rent. In addition, learn how to protect the association in the event an owner files bankruptcy or has a trustee’s sale noticed on their lot or unit.
For more information about these classes call (480) 312-3111.
