in this issue
Cover:
Blooming!
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Tinkering With Your Timer: Reset Your Thinking About HOA Irrigation By: Michael Casper
From CAM to BAM: How Designations Make a Difference
New Kids in Town: Florida Bugs By: Dee Smith
Articles
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Asphalt Sealcoating By: Michael Vegeto
What You Need to Know About Pond Management as a New Property Manager By: SOLitude Lake Management
Departments
5 editor’ s Note- Tonya Tremitiere 7 President’ s letter- Janet Fernandez 8 legal Matters- Kari Martin, Esq. 14 legislative lens 21 A Big Thank You to Volunteers 26 New Members 32 Scott gilbert: Rising Star Award 47 Cornhole Tournament Photos 48 CA Day Spread 52 Diamond Investors 53 Chapter Investors 58 Ad Index
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