Firework Laws and Safety Tips

Enjoy the show this 4th of July by obeying local fireworks laws and following these safety tips: Maryland In Maryland, most fireworks — including bottle rockets, firecrackers, Roman candles, fire balloons, and signal lights — are illegal. Only gold-labeled sparklers, novelty items — such as party poppers, snap pops, and snakes — and ground-based sparkler…

Community Association Governance Best Practices

The Foundation for Community Association Research publishes a Best Practices Guide for every aspect of a community association. The report is broken up into different sections, including governance. Below are their minimum recommendations for Community Association Governance There is a functioning board that meets regularly and that is carrying out its duties and responsibilities as…

7 Safety Tips for Bike Commuters

As the weather begins to warm up, more and more commuters may consider biking to work. Biking to work is not only a great source of exercise, but it can reduce a commuter’s carbon footprint and help him or her save big on gas. In fact, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA), the average…

How to Handle Pet Waste

Many Community Associations struggle to keep their walkways and common areas clear of pet waste. Here are some tips to help your board keep this issue at bay. Set up signs reminding everyone to clean up after their pets. There are many types of signs, and most are relatively inexpensive! Create a formal policy for…

Insect Repellants – How to choose and use!

Insect repellents can protect employees from mosquitoes and other insects, but both employers and employees should be careful when selecting and using an insect repellent. When using insect repellent, consider the following guidance: Always follow label precautions when using insect repellent. Use insect repellent containing an EPA-registered active ingredient. All of the EPA-registered active ingredients…