by Elise Busse | Jan 7, 2026 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Legislative Action Committees, Public Policies, Resources, State Advocacy, State Capitols, volunteers
Volunteers serving on CAI’s state Legislative Action Committees (LACs) regularly navigate changes in the legislative and regulatory landscape affecting community associations. While these shifts can feel overwhelming or difficult to manage, it’s important to remember that many LACs across the country are facing similar challenges. To help CAI members and LAC volunteers stay informed, connected, and prepared, CAI offers a suite of legislative resources to support effective advocacy throughout 2026.
by Marlee Breakstone | Sep 16, 2025 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Other, Resources
September 16 2025, is National Voter Registration Day! CAI reaffirms its commitment to promoting civility and civil engagement. We are here to assist community association residents, professionals, and industry leaders to register and make a plan to vote in elections...
by Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq., Marlee Breakstone | Sep 11, 2025 | Advocacy, CAI, Community Associations Institute, Legislative Action Committees, Other, Resources, volunteers
Fall is approaching, and many community associations are planning annual meetings and fiscal budgets. On average, community association residents connect three to four times per year with their community’s governing board, according to the Homeowner Satisfaction...
by Marlee Breakstone | May 15, 2025 | Advocacy, Annual Meetings, Other, Resources, State Advocacy, State Capitols
As the weather gets warmer and several holidays draw nearer, community associations nationwide are planning fun and exciting events. These events are designed to bring people together, celebrate community, and inspire professionalism, effective leadership, and...
by Marlee Breakstone | Mar 11, 2025 | Professional Certifications and Credentials, Public Policies
Training volunteer board members on their roles and responsibilities is essential to a well-functioning community association. Last summer, CAI approved a significant update to its board member education public policy. This timely update followed a notable increase in...
