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Fair Housing
June 20, 2013

This course will be held at the Columbus Apartment Association at 1225 Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH 43215.

Fair Housing is a great overview of fair housing laws and compliance regulations for the on-site and management level staff.

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Webinar -Mobilization - Responsive Design
July 24, 2013

Responsive Website Design solutions detect and adapt to the device viewing your site.

Webinar Series: Information will be email to the attendee prior to the event.

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HD Supply Course: Heating - Gas & Electric
August 07, 2013

This 6 hour class is to teach technicians the how's and why's of Heating Systems. It is designed to cover both Electric and Gas controls and how they work on air handler type systems. Controls on other types of systems can be discussed at the student's...

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2013 Golf Outing Information

Foursomes Information

The golf outing is one of the CAA's most popular events. The 2013 Challenge Cup will take place on August 13 at NorthStar Golf Club (1150 Wilson Rd., Sunbury, OH 43074). Registration and warm-up hours will be from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. There will be a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Dinner will be served in the club house at 4 PM (approximately), where awards will be given out.

To register for a foursome or individual players, click here.

 

Sponsorship Information

The Challenge Cup is one of the Columbus Apartment Association's most popular events. The outing will be held August 13 at NorthStar (1150 Wilson Rd., Sunbury, OH 43074). There will be a 9 a.m. shotgun start. The scramble style of play allows every level of golfer to participate and have a great time. It is a great way to meet members in a casual environment.

There are several sponsorships available on each hole as well as sponsorships for beverages, breakfast, lunch and awards. Details can be found below:

Beverage Hole Sponsorship - SOLD OUT

Sponsorship Fee: $650
Sponsorship Benefits:

  • A unique opportunity to create a memorable impression on the golfers
  • Beverage sponsors receive a cooler filled with 40 bottles of soda and water and 70 cans of beer to distribute to golfers
  • Two (2) lunches and two (2) dinners for your hole workers
  • Signage at the outing
  • Pre-event marketing exposure
  • Recognition in all publicity at dinner
  • Tournament brochure exposure
  • Giveaway exposure
  • Free set of mailing labels
  • Additional signage at the carts and driving range

 

Regular Hole Sponsorship - SOLD OUT

Sponsorship Fee: $450
Sponsorship Benefits:

  • Exclusive opportunity to network with 144 golfers throughout the day
  • Two (2) lunches and two (2) dinners for your hole workers
  • Signage at the outing
  • Pre-event marketing exposure
  • Recognition in all publicity at dinner
  • Giveaway exposure

 

Ball Sponsorship - SOLD TO ARS RESCUE ROOTER AND AMRENT
Sponsorship fee: $175
Sponsorship benefits:

  • Sponsorship of golf ball handout at the turn
  • Two (2) representatives are permitted to attend the golf outing from 9 AM - 6 PM.
  • Signage
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner along with two (2) dinner tickets.

 

Alternative Sponsorships
Sponsorship Fee: $780

Below is a list of premium sponsorships. Each of these includes signage, tournament brochure exposure, recognition at dinner, giveaway exposure and two (2) dinner tickets.

Golf Cart
This sponsorship also includes the opportunity to place promotional items in the golf carts as well as your company name and logo. Two representatives from your company will be permitted to attend the entire golf outing.

Lunch Cart - SOLD TO FEAZEL, INC.
This is an exclusive opportunity to meet golfers and distribute their lunches. Sponsorship includes signage at the clubhouse and on lunch golf carts as well as your company logo on lunch boxes. Two representatives from your company are permitted to attend the entire golf outing.

Breakfast/Bloody Mary bar
With this sponsorship you'll sponsor morning coffee, tea, water and snacks.  This is an exclusive opportunity to meet and greet golfers as they register" Two representatives from your company are permitted to attend the entire golf outing.

Mulligan - SOLD TO FABCO
You company name will be printed on each golfer's mulligan ticket. Two representatives from your company are permitted to attend the golf outing during registration/warm-up hours (7am-9am) and dinner hours (starting at 3pm).

"The Turn" Tiki Bar - SOLD TO CONTRACTORS, INC.
This sponsorship offers unique positioning at the clubhouse to meet golfers as they make the turn. Two representatives from your company are permitted to attend the entire golf outing. Sponsoring company is responsible for purchasing beverages from NorthStar and for creating the Tiki Bar.

Trophies
Sponsor the winners' trophy and have the opportunity to award the winners during dinner. Two representatives from your company are permitted to attend the golf outing from 3 to 6 p.m. only.

Water Cart - SOLD TO APARTMENTS.COM
Drive the "relief cart" for golfers and sponsors. This is an opportunity to network as you hand out water and place water on all carts in the morning. Sponsor is responsible for providing bottled water.

Forgiveness Sponsor
New this year. The Forgiveness Sponsor will reward players for bad swings and poor contact with the ball. Players with the shortest drive, who can get closest to the water hazards without going in the water, and the best poker hand will win a prize. Representatives will have the opportunity to award the winners at dinner. Prizes included in the sponsorship.

Social Hour - SOLD TO DANA & PARISER CO.
Sponsorship of networking event following dinner. Two (2) representatives are permitted to attend the golf outing from 9 AM - 6 PM.

To purchase your sponsorship online, click here.
 
May General Meeting

 

 

CAA Members Learn Benefits of Community Gardens

Nearly 100 CAA members gathered at the Franklin Park Conservatory on Thursday, May 16 for the second General Meeting of the year to hear guest speaker, Bill Dawson, Growing to Green Coordinator for the Conservatory discuss community gardening.

The meeting began with a welcome by Executive Director, Laura Swanson and a brief business meeting where new CAA members were welcomed and attendees were encouraged to attend the CAA golf outing on August 13 at NorthStar Golf Club.

Following the business items, CAA President Fred Damsen welcomed Dawson, the keynote speaker. Dawson and the Conservatory started the Growing to Green program in 2000 with 12 community gardens.

Dawson started his presentation by suggesting that those interested in starting a community garden first establish a strategic plan and asking their residents what they would like to see. This plan was the impetus of how the Growing to Green program started. The community wanted to see a resource for starting community gardens and school gardening. 

“The hardest part is the gardening,” Dawson said. “When it’s done together though, it’s fun and you build a sense of community.”

Community gardens have become a resource for those who do not have grocery stores or transportation to get to grocery stores to have access to fresh produce. It also helps push bad elements out of the community by repurposing empty lots to provide positive activity and beauty. The community gardens at the Franklin Park Conservatory donate over 3,000 pounds of food to food banks each year.

Dawson emphasized engaging residents and asking them what they would like to see and what they would like to accomplish. “For community gardening to be successful, you have to have community,” he said. “Community gardening is something different for everyone.”

In addition to the benefits of being able to grow fresh produce, community gardens provide a great way to share culture through food and allow residents to explore new cultures and foods they might not otherwise be exposed to. They also provide residents a sense of home having a place to garden. They feel invested in the land and are less likely to be transient than if they did not have the option.

Any CAA members who are interested in more information about community gardens are encouraged to contact Bill Dawson directly.

Bill Dawson

Growing to Green Program Coordinator
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 East Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43203-2040
614.715-8090
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Following Dawson’s keynote, the CAA raffled off a hand blown glass blow donated by the Conservatory. Austin Vensil of Contractors, Inc. won the raffle which generated over $180 in revenue for the CAA Community Assistance Foundation.

 

 

 
 
2013 Golf Outing Alternative Sponsors

Thank you!

The 2013 Golf Workgroup thanks you for sponsoring this year's Challenge Cup. We look forward to working with you to make the outing a success. Please review the information below or download the printable copy. The order form is due by August 2nd.

Times

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

  • Golfer Registration 7:00 AM - 8:45 AM
  • Tiki Sponsorship 7 AM - 4 PM
  • Scramble Shotgun Start 9 AM
  • Cocktail Hour 3 PM (approximately)
  • Dinner 4 PM (approximately)
  • Trophy Presentation 5 PM (approximately)
  • Post Event Networking 5:30 PM (approximately)

Please note:

  • At the conclusion of the outing (approximately 3 PM, depending on the flow of play), there will be a cocktail hour followed by dinner served in the clubhouse. Dinner will be a cookout style buffet.
  • Prizes, sponsorships and awards will be announced during dinner.

General Guidelines:

  • Your company is permitted to be at the outing during the specified times only.
  • You may conduct a prize drawing during your sponsorship. Prizes will be awarded during dinner.
  • You may bring marketing materials (i.e. business cards, brochures, products, etc.) as long as they do not cause harm to the course or clubhouse.
  • CAA needs your signage order form filled out with signage and prize information (if you are doing a giveaway) by August 2nd.

 

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NorthStar Golf Club

This year the CAA Challenge Cup Golf Outing will be played at NorthStar Golf Club, 1150 Wilson Rd., Sunbury, OH 43074.

Setup Guidelines:

  • Tents must be 10' x 10' or smaller.
  • All sponsor chairs and tables need to be provided by sponsor.
  • Shade is minimal and it is strongly suggested that you bring some type of shade (i.e. tent, umbrella, etc.) with you.

Dress Code

  • General: Denims or sweatpants are not acceptable. Dress shorts should be no shorter than approximately half the distance between the inseam and knee. "Short-shorts" are discouraged.
  • Men: Shirts without collars, T-shirts, and tank tops are unacceptable.
  • Women: Tank top/halter tops are unacceptable.

 

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Water Cart Sponsorship: Apartments.com

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Signage.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner.
  • Giveaway exposure (if you choose to host a drawing, the winner will be announced at dinner).
  • Two (2) lunches and two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Exclusive Opportunity to meet golfers and pass out water throughout the outing.
  • Signage at clubhouse and on water cart.
  • Two (2) representatives from your company are permitted to attend the complete golf outing.

Lunch Cart Sponsorship: Feazel, Inc.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Signage.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner.
  • Giveaway exposure
  • Two (2) lunches and two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Exclusive Opportunity to meet golfers and pass out lunch at the outing.
  • Signage at clubhouse and on water cart.
  • Two (2) representatives from your company are permitted to attend the complete golf outing.

 

Golf Cart Sponsorship:

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Signage.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner.
  • Two (2) lunches and two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Opportunity to place promotional materials in each teams golf cart
  • Name and logo on golf carts.
  • Two (2) representatives from your company are permitted to attend the complete golf outing.

 

Breakfast/Bloody Mary Bar:

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Signage.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner.
  • Giveaway exposure.
  • Two (2) representatives from your company are permitted to attend the complete golf outing.
  • Two (2) dinner tickets

 

Mulligan Sponsorship: FABCO

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Sponsoring Companies name printed on each golfer's mulligan ticket.
  • Two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner.
  • Giveaway exposure (if you choose to host a drawing, the winner will be announced at dinner).
  • Two (2) representatives from your company are permitted to attend the golf outing during registration/warm-up hours (7am-9am) and dinner hours (starting at 4pm).

Tiki Bar Sponsorship: ABLE 444 - Roof

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Signage.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner.
  • Giveaway exposure (if you choose to host a drawing, the winner will be announced at dinner).
  • Two (2) lunches and two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Unique positioning at the clubhouse to meet golfers as they make the turn.
  • Two (2) representatives from your company are permitted to attend the complete golf outing.
  • Sponsoring company is responsible for purchasing beverages from NorthStar Golf Club and for creating the Tiki Bar.

Trophy Sponsorship:

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Sponsorship of winners' trophy and opportunity to award the winners during dinner.
  • Two (2) representatives are permitted to attend the golf outing from 9 AM-6 PM.
  • Signage.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner along with two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Giveaway exposure (if you choose to host a drawing, the winner will be announced at dinner).

 

Post Event Networking: Dana & Pariser Co.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Sponsorship of networking event following dinner.
  • Two (2) representatives are permitted to attend the golf outing from 9 AM - 6 PM.
  • Signage.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner along with two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Giveaway exposure (if you choose to host a drawing, the winner will be announced at dinner).

 

Forgiveness Sponsor:

New this year. The Forgiveness Sponsor will reward players for bad swings and poor contact with the ball. The players with the shortest drive, who can get closest to the water hazards without going in the water, and the best poker hand will win a prize. Prizes included in the sponsorship.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Signage.
  • Two (2) dinner tickets.
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner
  • Two (2) representatives are permitted to attend the golf outing from 9 AM-6 PM.
  • Prizes are included in the sponsorship. Tentative prizes are a trophy and gift card for each winner.

 

Ball Sponsors: ARS Rescue Rooter and AmRent

Sponsorship Includes

  • Sponsorship of golf ball handout at the turn
  • Two (2) representatives are permitted to attend the golf outing from 9 AM - 6 PM.
  • Signage
  • Tournament brochure exposure.
  • Recognition at dinner along with two (2) dinner tickets.

 

Sponsorship Perks

  • As a sponsor of the CAA's Golf Outing, you are entitled to some perks which include CAA golfer names, and more.
  • Before you can receive these items, the CAA needs some info from you. Be sure to complete your order form with meal needs.
  • At the outing, the Workgroup will deliver the updated list of all the players so you will know who is starting at your tee and who is coming up next.

>> Complete the online form by August 2nd to order your lunch, dinner, etc.

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Children's Hunger Alliance Summer Feed Program

Summer should be a stress-free time full of food, friends and fun.  Free summer meals can help!  Any child or teen age 18 and under can get free healthy meals at safe locations across Ohio.  Many sites also offer learning and recreational activities so your kids can stay active and spend time with friends.  Free summer meals can also help families save money. Children’s Hunger Alliance (CHA) will provide all elements of the Ohio Summer Food Service Program at no cost to CAA members – they simply need a place to conduct it.  With your partnership, CHA can provide children with a more active, healthy and productive summer. Please contact the CAA or CHA at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 614-643-8019 to learn more.
 
2013 CAA Game Day Expo

The CAA’s “Game Day” Expo was held March 20 at the Ohio Union, in the Archie M. Griffin Ballroom. After a few announcements from Linda Richer, AmRent, Expo workgroup Chair the Expo kicked off at 12:30 p.m. with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting by CAA President Fred Damsen. Once the doors opened, enthusiastic attendees were ready to see the 94 exhibitors showcasing their products.

Creativity was overflowing the aisle-ways in the exhibitor hall. Each vendor had something different to offer as they participated in the theme of CAA Expo. Some exhibitors had Game Day games, prizes, and giveaways.

Throughout the afternoon, attendees took to the stage to compete in cornhole, football toss, and hillbilly golf, sponsored by Game Day Championship sponsor, Contractors, Inc. Also brightening the Game Day stage the Columbus Blue Jacket Cheerleaders who were cheering on the crowd.

Adding to the excitement, walking the expo floor, OSU Football players Bob Hoying and Obie Stillwell greeted attendees and signed autographs. Also, in the hall, one exhibitor featured OSU football player John Simon.

To continue with the theme, there were six money gun sponsors shooting off the air gun every half hour. Attendees gathered at each sponsor in anticipation of winning cash, promotions, and other items stuffed inside the fun-filled gun.

There were other ways for attendees to win, too. Upon entering the exhibit hall, each attendee received a traffic card. They were instructed to visit the 12 participating companies listed on the card. By filling out the card, each attendee was entered for their chance to win the Game Day Prize Pack, filled with OSU goodies worth $1000. The lucky winner, Kathi Winnie with Central Management took home the Prize Pack. Attendees were asked who their favorite booth of the show was, that prize went to, ABLE/Contractors, Inc.

Also at the Expo educational sessions were offered as well. The morning session featured National Speaker, Barbara Savona, who gave attendees 10 surefire ways to get comfortable handling objections. The afternoon session, “What’s New in HVAC,” facilitated by Wilson Detty, American School of Technology provided attendees with useful information to provide maintenance updates to their properties.

We like to thank everyone for participating in the 2013 Central Ohio Multifamily Exposition.

Looking forward to seeing everyone next year!
 
First General Meeting of the Year

Prospects for the Future


Everyone was feeling lucky at the first General Meeting of the year, held at the Hollywood Casino on February 21, 2013. Nearly 200 CAA members came to hear keynote speaker Robert Weiler, Sr., with The Robert Weiler Company, discuss industry updates for Columbus and Central Ohio, economics facing the multifamily industry now, and prospects for the future.

Laura Swanson, CAA Executive Director, welcomed CAA members and guests to the first meeting of the year. Swanson invited, Ameet Patel, Hollywood Casino General Manager, to the podium where he gave the audience an overview of the exciting new developments and opportunities at the Casino and surrounding areas, including a new hotel.



Following Patel, Jon Hale, Thompson Building Associates, Chair of the Bowling Workgroup announced the winners of the 2013 Hunka-Hunka Bowling Love charity fundraiser.  The winners included:

Highest Team Score: Oakwood Management Kissin’ Cousins (Katie McCoy, Aaron Taylor, Dennis Whisner, Jamie Marquet) – combined team score of 1,265 for two games.
Personal Score: David Ison, Schottenstein’s Real Estate Group – total score 527.
Best Use of Theme: Central Management

The event raised over $3,400.00 for the CAA Community Assistance Foundation.

Linda Richer, AmRent and Krista Knutilla, CORT, Chair & Co-Chair of the Expo Workgroup were next on the agenda and made announcements about the upcoming Expo which is only a month away.  Linda reminded everyone to register for the upcoming trade show and educational sessions planned for March 20th at the Ohio Union.

Andee Swartz, Estates at New Albany, Chair of the Membership Committee, acknowledged the newest CAA members Doug Brownfield with Lowes Home Center, Mike Lancione with Ferguson Enterprises, and Steve Papineau with Shelby Management.

Fred Damsen, CAA President, introduced Robert Weiler, Sr. Weiler has been long active in the Columbus community, serving as President of the Columbus Board of Education. Other leadership roles include Capital University, the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, Pilot Dogs, Inc., Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing (OCCH), Central Ohio Transit Authority and the Columbus Urban League, among others.

Weiler opened by asking the assembled members, “How’s your business? Lousy, good or great?” The majority of the room said their business was great.

Weiler, whose first apartment community was Channingway Apartments, noted that a lot has changed in the industry over the last 50 years; the caliber of the tenants, the way owners do financing, and the amount of growth in the industry. Growth in Columbus is in the top 20, with a 10% increase in rentals. The reason for the increase are the jobs in Columbus. Also contributing is the changing downtown, with greater incentives, land value and density. Weiler also said members should, look to the north for the future and growth of communities, pay attention to overseas markets and, most importantly, build for the long term.  

Following his keynote speech, Weiler answered questions from the members, covering topics from the general market to affordable housing.

CAA is also pleased to announce that an additional $350 was raised for the Community Assistance Fund, by raffling off a $75 gift card donated by the Hollywood Casino.

A huge thank you to everyone for attending CAA’s first meeting of the year.  Please join us for our next General Meeting held at the Franklin Park Conservatory, on May 16, 2013.


 
 
2013 Charity Bowling Luncheon

Over 200 members arrived at Sawmill Lanes on Friday, February 8 ready to bowl and eager to strike it rich! Bowlers filled all 52 lanes during the Charity Bowling Luncheon for an afternoon of bowling, socializing and fundraising for the CAA Community Assistance Foundation.

Many embraced the “Hunka-a Hunka-a Bowling Love” Elvis theme for the event, sporting wigs, sideburns and other period attire.

Jon Hale, Thompson Building Associates and workgroup Chair kept things fun dressed as young Elvis and serving as the event’s emcee. He traveled from lane to lane talking with members, advertising the 50/50 ticket sales goals and entertaining bowlers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sheri Neff-Legg with Plaza Properties and Lisa Lybrook with Appliance Warehouse each donned their best 50’s attire and sold 50/50 raffle tickets with the goal of reaching over $1,000 in sales. Neff-Legg and Lybrook accomplished their goal selling over $1,200. The pair had to stop just prior to the end of the event when they completely sold out of all raffle tickets.

As the games drew to a close, Neff-Legg pulled the winning 50/50 ticket as Hale called the winner up to claim his prize. Darrin Crawford with Oakwood Management Company won $626 in the drawing with an equal amount being donated to the Community Assistance Foundation.

 

Over $3,400 was made for the Community Assistance Foundation. Thank you to all who planned, participated and sponsored the event.

Lane Sponsors:
Columbus Apartment Guide
CORT
Contract Sweepers & Equipment
FABCO
Fast Signs
HD Supply
PPG
PuroClean
US Lawns
Thompson Building Associates, Inc.

Theme Contest Sponsors:
Appliance Warehouse
Coinmach
VIP Waste Services

Bowling Workgroup Members:
Jon Hale, Chair, Thompson Building Associates, Inc.
Matt Huggins, FABCO
Krista Knuttila, CORT
Lisa Lybrook, Appliance Warehouse
Sheri Neff-Legg, Plaza Properties
Gregg Mumper, PuroClean
 
CAA Leadership Software Summit

CAA Leadership Software Summit

 

A group of CAA leaders met January 16 at the CAA offices for a software summit. A panel of industry experts led the discussion regarding property management software. They discussed various components, such as Accounting, Maintenance, and Tenant Management, used in daily operations.

In attendance, Software Vendors, Matt Kreuter, App Folio, Andrew Moon, Network Logix, and Brittany Christerson, RentManger.

Steve Hess with Kohr Royer Griffith, Inc. said, “The tech summit was great – just what I was looking for. Whether you are currently in the market for new software or just beginning the process, the information generated was everything you need.”

“Also,” David Holzer, with Commercial One, said, “The tech summit was an excellent event. I enjoyed the opportunity to learn what is new, and the discussion between CAA members was very insightful and informative. Andrew Moon did a great job in leading the discussion and his questions were spot-on. I think this should be a regular event and would encourage others to attend.”

CAA’s leaders hope to equip members with the necessary knowledge for making optimum decisions when choosing Property Management software solutions.
 
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