LAC Minutes
June 22, 2004

MINUTES
FOR
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INSTITUTE
LEGISLATIVE ACTION COMMITTEE ("LAC")
DATED: 6/22/04

Delegates present: Rich Thompson, Denise Bower, Karna Gustafson, Barbara Kanz,
David Schwindt, Cheryl Brendle, Jack Herring

Approval of the Minutes for the last meeting of May 11, 2004 were tabled until the next meeting. Delegates were instructed to review the Minutes from May 11, 2004 so that they may be approved at the next meeting.

A. Treasurer's Report. David Schwindt was instructed to submit quarterly reports to CAI National. He reported that we have approximately $3,600 in our checking account.

B. Double Taxation. There was a proposal to send a survey out to CAI members and non-members on behalf of LAC. Denise Bower wanted to review the survey before it is sent out. Rich Thompson is to e-mail her a copy ahead of time. Rich Thompson will then e-mail the survey to his distribution list which includes members and non-members.

C. Lien Priority. Barbara Kanz handed out some documents from CAI National on this issue. The policy from CAI National is for a six month lien priority period. Discussion followed on strategy. It was discussed it would probably be a stand-alone bill to be drafted by Rich Vial's office.

D. Resale Disclosure. It was reported that OWCAM was preparing a brochure on resale. They will not be pursuing legislation this year. Rich Thompson may propose changes to Chapter 105. He is to bring proposal to the LAC for review.

E. Maintenance Turnover Book/Cost. No report. George Carter was not present.

F. OWCAM Update. Elections were held. There are no new officers yet. They are working on the resale brochure.

G. Condominium Working Group Update. The Working Group is working on warranty issues and issues relating to window maintenance.

Next meeting is July 27, 2004 at CMI at Noon.