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Julie Baca Julie Baca

Turf Watering Stops October 1 Across Parts of the Denver Metro

Beginning October 1, turf watering will stop for many communities across the Denver metro area as Denver Water and other providers respond to ongoing drought conditions. For HOA boards, the issue goes beyond shutting off sprinklers. Knowing your water provider, protecting mature landscaping, coordinating with contractors, and communicating with homeowners are all important parts of preparing for the restrictions.

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Julie Baca Julie Baca

9/11 Remembrance: The Importance of Crisis Planning and Emergency Preparedness

On September 11, we remember the lives lost, honor those who responded, and reflect on the strength communities demonstrate in times of crisis. For Colorado HOA and condominium boards, this day also offers an opportunity to consider the importance of crisis planning, clear communication, and emergency preparedness before the unexpected occurs.

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Adam Bryning, CMCA, AMS Adam Bryning, CMCA, AMS

Labor Day: Thank You to the Workers Who Keep America Moving

This Labor Day, Colorado Community Management celebrates the workers whose skill, dedication, and hard work keep our communities and our country moving. We especially thank those who work behind the scenes every day to serve Colorado communities.

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Julie Baca Julie Baca

Back to School Tips for Colorado Communities

Back-to-school season brings new routines to Colorado HOA and condo communities. From resident communication and safer neighborhood awareness to common-area maintenance and community events, discover four practical ways boards can help their communities stay organized, prepared, and connected.

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Adam Bryning, CMCA, AMS Adam Bryning, CMCA, AMS

July “Board Health” Question

July is a key mid-year opportunity for HOA boards to move from reactive management to proactive planning. Learn how successful boards prepare budgets, reserves, vendors, and governance for the months ahead.

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Julie Baca Julie Baca

HB26-1099 Reinforces a Simple Truth: HOA Records Belong to the Association

HB26-1099 reinforces a simple but important standard for Colorado HOAs: association records, funds, and property belong to the association, not the management company. While the bill adds new reserve study requirements for communities transitioning from declarant control, it also creates a clear 45-day deadline for management companies to turn over association records after a contract ends, with significant penalties for noncompliance. This article explains why management transitions should be professional, timely, and transparent, and why association records should never be held hostage.

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Julie Baca Julie Baca

June “Board Health” Question

Take a mid-year look at your HOA's health. Learn what reserve study specialists, insurance carriers, lenders, and prospective homeowners notice first—and how boards can address concerns proactively.

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Jennifer Kronebusch Jennifer Kronebusch

Colorado’s Rising Home Insurance Costs: What HOA Boards Need to Know

Colorado homeowners are facing the sharpest insurance cost increases in the nation, and HOAs are feeling the impact through higher master policy premiums, increased deductibles, tighter coverage options, and assessment pressure. For Colorado HOA boards, insurance can no longer be treated as a routine renewal item. It must be part of the community’s broader financial, reserve, and risk management strategy.

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David Lian David Lian

Celebrating Community Association Managers: The Professionals Behind Strong Communities

Today we celebrate the professionals who help communities succeed behind the scenes every day. On International Community Association Managers Day, Colorado Community Management proudly recognizes Adam Bryning, Julie Baca, and community association managers everywhere for their dedication, expertise, and commitment to serving boards, homeowners, and communities. Join us in recognizing, appreciating, and celebrating the vital work community managers do to help communities thrive.

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Julie Baca Julie Baca

Strong Communities Start with Strong Management

A recent national article asked whether America’s HOAs are broken. At Colorado Community Management, we believe the better question is what helps communities operate with clarity, confidence, and trust. Strong HOA communities are built through transparent communication, accurate financial reporting, consistent follow-through, responsible board support, and professional management that understands the needs of the community.

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