by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Jul 1, 2025 | Civility, Community Association Guidance, Flag, Holidays
The Fourth of July has arrived, and it is important for community association residents to know their community’s rules on displaying the American flag. CAI believes all Americans should have the opportunity to display the U.S. flag to demonstrate their patriotism and...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Jun 16, 2025 | Civility
This past weekend, we were devastated by the horrifying news that Minnesota legislator Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed in an act of political violence. Minnesota state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife also were shot and remain in serious condition,...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Jul 17, 2024 | Civility, Other
In the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Trump last weekend, our nation finds itself in a state of reflection and concern. Such a terrible event underscores the need for unity starting at the local level: our communities. The US is not the only...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Jan 18, 2021 | Community Association Guidance
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, which I think could not have come at a more appropriate time. Now more than ever, we should be reminded of how our country needs unity and not division. Dr. King Jr. championed seeing past our differences and...
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Nov 5, 2020 | Community Association Guidance
As Americans anxiously watch election results come in, protests have mounted in Las Vegas, Pittsburgh, Phoenix, and Portland, which are home to many condominium and homeowners associations. The political divisiveness we have seen in the past few months highlights the...