April 2016

MANAGEMENT TRENDS... from page 62.

Pet Waste Removal

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Clubhouse facilities also require sim- ilar attention. Tables and chairs tend to break down over time especially when the clubhouse is subject to traf- fic from rentals. Carpeting can also become frayed, creating tripping con- cerns and lighting when not operating properly can also create a hazardous and unkempt appearance. For com- munity clubhouses that offer a gym, it is highly recommended that main- tenance contracts be kept in place for routine inspection and repairs to weight equipment, treadmills, exercise bikes and other mechanical facilities offered in the gym. The list included above is limited in the face of the number of variations in amenities offered and the mainte- nance that each requires, however, it should be recognized that the major concern for safe use of our communi- ties’ amenities along with the goal of providing a well maintained, attrac- tive property requires a significant effort. While community association managers are often placed at the cen- ter of responsibility for these efforts, the community can be better served by more than one set of eyes check- ing for proper maintenance and oper- ation. Recruiting a small committee and providing them with a checklist will serve the community much better than relying on the community associ- ation manager or even a community maintenance employee to do it all. Another important consideration for great amenity management is in bud- getary planning. Major components

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