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graphics. FCAR is the only source
that contains this kind of information.
These studies are critical to gaining an
understanding of the national scope
and state specific composition of com-
mon interest communities.
In addition to those two prominent
research publications, FCAR offers to
members free Best Practices Reports
on the following: Community Harmony
& Spirit, Community Security, Energy
Efficiency, Financial Operations, Ethics,
Governance, Green Communities,
Reserve Studies & Management,
Strategic Planning, and Transition. I
have found each one of these Best
Practices Reports to be easy to under-
stand. I particularly liked the Strategic
Planning report because it explained
the different approaches to long-term
planning. Every volunteer leader needs
to not only focus on the short-term prob-
lems, but plan for the future as well.
These key industry sources contain a
wealth of information about common
interest communities and how volun-
teer leaders can provide leadership
in the governance of them. As I see
it, the more knowledge we have as
volunteer leaders, the better we can
perform our roles as guardians of our
communities. Granted it is a tough
task, but by taking advantage of
these valuable member resources, we
can become more proficient at it. I
encourage you to become a CAI-NJ
member today if you already aren’t
one. These terrific resources that are
yours for the taking. If you are a
current member, then make your mem-
bership work for you by making good
use of these wonderful resources that I
have mentioned in this article.
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