August marks National Civility Month and offers an ideal opportunity to reflect on the importance of respectful dialogue. Civility is especially important in community associations where challenging conversations may be unavoidable. Recent findings from the Polarization Research Lab highlight a growing need for civility. Its studies show polarization not only divides us but also may compromise trust and cooperation within communities.| CAI Advocacy Blog
CAI’s community of homeowner leaders, community association managers, and business partners are devastated by the Kerrville, Texas, floods. Our hearts break for the families impacted by these destructive floods. The destruction stemming from this natural disaster is impacting community associations of all sizes and types in the greater central Texas region. The CAI community is […] The post Central Texas-Area Flooding Government Responses & Resources for Homeowners appeared first on CAI A...| CAI Advocacy Blog
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 support of our country throughout the year. A community association’s board of directors should be reasonable and allow the public display of our nation’s most sacred emblem.| CAI Advocacy Blog
At exactly 1:22 a.m. four years ago today, the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Fla., partially collapsed claiming the lives of 98 people in an unimaginable tragedy that changed us forever. Many of us at CAI lost friends, colleagues, and fellow members who served their communities with pride. Families were devastated, homeowners were left […]| CAI Advocacy Blog
The Community Associations Institute (CAI) is dedicated to advocating for legislation that improves the governance and sustainability of community associations. As 2025 approaches, CAI’s state government affairs efforts remain member-driven, focused on refining state policy outcomes to strengthen the community association housing model. To effectively shape CAI’s 2025 legislative agenda, the Government and Public Affairs […]| CAI Advocacy Blog