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Upcoming Livestreams & Events -
Feb 10, 2026 10:00 AM EST
Hazard Zones – Retaining Walls as a Reserve Problem
Retaining walls rarely get attention until the ground shifts—literally. This session breaks down why these structures are among the most overlooked high-risk components in community associations and how hidden drainage issues, soil movement, and aging construction quietly set the stage for major failures.
We’ll cover what managers and boards must document, how to spot early warning signs, and why retaining walls are a financial hazard zone when reserves underestimate real replacement costs. Most importantly, we’ll look at the safety side—because these aren’t just dollars and line items. A wall failure can injure someone. Knowing what to look for, and acting early, can prevent the kind of event every board hopes never happens.
Feb 10, 2026 1:00 PM EST
Quiet Dock and Dam Liabilities That Blow Budgets
Docks and dams age quietly, fail suddenly, and can become budget-wrecking fast if boards and managers don’t spot the warning signs early. This livestream breaks down the hidden structural, environmental, regulatory, and ownership liabilities that too often slip past reserve schedules and end up blindsiding associations with massive surprise costs. We’ll cover what should be evaluated, how to anticipate lifecycle and safety risks, and the questions every manager should be asking long before small deficiencies turn into emergencies.
Feb 11, 2026 10:40 AM EST
Caught Off Guard: Violence Risks in HOAs & How to Prevent Them
Special Panelist: Tom Landry, Secure Environment Consultants (SEC Protects) is a 25-year veteran of federal law enforcement, retiring from the U.S. Secret Service. He previously served as the Special Agent in Charge (SAIC) of the St. Louis Field Office, worked on the Presidential Protective Division for Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, and was a leader in the Special Operations Division/Airspace Security Branch. He specializes in site assessments, emergency preparedness, and risk mitigation.
The real-world dangers managers and boards now face—in parking lots and owner meetings—and why violent confrontations are becoming more common, more volatile, and far more preventable than many boards realize.
Across the country, managers and volunteer leaders are being cornered, followed, verbally attacked, and even physically threatened. This session breaks down what’s actually happening and gives you practical steps to recognize early-warning indicators before a tense moment becomes an incident.
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