2009 Dec
2009 December Vol. 7, No.12
Focus on...Safety & Security
Exhibitors Learn What Attendees Want
Exhibitors for The New Jersey Cooperator's Annual Condo, HOA & Co-op Expo recently gathered for Exhibitor University, a day-long workshop to
teach the benefits of exhibiting in trade shows and making their appearances a
success.
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Location, Expectations Determine Strategy
In today’s high-tech world, security can look a lot like a sci-fi movie. Golf clubs'
carts can be equipped with laser scanners that can check license plates against
an online database of the approved member's vehicles. Elevators will stop on
certain floors only if the rider has the correct key card. From a laptop,
owners can do everything from allowing a plumber entry into their unit while
they are vacationing in the Caribbean to checking out the security feed from
cameras in the parking lots.
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Watching Out for One Another
For New Jersey residents—as with residents anywhere—every neighborhood and town has its own personality, its own perks and its own
downside. When it comes to the question of security, it’s no different. The urbanite living in the 20-story co-op complex is going to
have a different set of needs than someone living in a detached townhouse in
Paterson or a gated community in Elizabeth. For association boards and property
managers as well as residents, these differences all come into play when trying
to determine the best, most effective way to keep house and home safe and
sound.
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High-Tech Security Hits a Plateau
Americans have always loved high-tech gadgets. Whether it’s an elaborate crime being solved on CSI or James Bond using a laser-guided
device to defeat the bad guys, razor's-edge technology is endlessly
entertaining.
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Everyday Ways to Keep You Safe
When it comes to our homes, nothing is more important than feeling safe. We want
to know that our kids can ride their bikes, we can walk the dog at night, or go
on vacation without wondering what will happen while we’re gone.
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Industry Professionals Assess a Volatile Year
The weather is cool and crisp, the leaves are falling off the trees and it’s now that time of year when everyone starts reflecting back as to what
resolutions they want to make next year.
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Securing Home and Castle
Security and safety are necessary considerations for every townhome and
condominium dweller. When it comes to security, high-rise buildings and townhome communities are just
as vulnerable as other residential homes. Fire safety and life safety issues present yet another area for concern.
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Q&A: Non-Payment for Amenities
“We have an owner in our condominium association who is several months behind in his fees. He currently has a tenant in his unit. The association pays the bill for his water, sewage, pool and other amenities. Do we as an association have the right to take any of these amenities away from the renter, and would it be possible to have the renter pay his monthly rent to the association until the delinquency is resolved?” Read More
