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Most pools in Utah are about to close for the year. Do you have everything lined up to ensure your pool is properly closed down for the winter?

We really don't post a lot on this profile because we primarily want to direct people to our website or to call our office. However, I feel like something should be said about Board members.

Board members are typically not compensated in any way for the hours and hours of service they put in. They rarely get thanked for their efforts. They have to evaluate information many owners aren't aware of and make sometimes difficult decisions.

Right now there are a lot of things most homeowners aren't aware of that are impacting communities in big ways. A perfect example is Salt Lake City Public Utilities has increased a lot of their rates and has announced substantial increases annually for the next few years. HOA expenses are going up.

If your community has a larger than normal increase in assessments for 2023, please take time to learn why. Look at individual budget line items and see where the increase in assessments is going. Seek understanding rather than frustration and anger.

Most Board members are doing the best they can for their communities. Most management companies are doing their best to help their Boards in the process. We are just facing challenges that haven't existed for decades.