Avondale, Ariz. - Arizona, like many areas of the country, has experienced a dramatic rise in the number of homeowner associations, or HOAs, prompting the need for greater understanding of this legal entity. The Southwest Valley Citizen Academy and Estrella Mountain Community College will offer HOA 101 - The Basics of Home Owner Associations to educate the public about the responsibilities and challenges associated with running a homeowners association. When: Saturday, April 9, 2005Time: 9:30 a.m. 3 p.m.Location: Estrella Mountain Community CollegeCost: $29 per personCourse #: NC 500-0500Topics covered will include: CC&Rs and bylaws, duties and obligations of HOA boards and the rights of homeowners. In addition, participants will receive an overview of legal and financial issues, creation and enforcement of restrictions, the transition process and reserve studies. The course will be taught by an attorney and other experts in the field. Participants are encouraged to come with questions. Lunch is provided at no additional cost. For more information, call 623.935.8426. Or, register by calling 623.935.8888.For a complete listing of community education courses offered by EMCC, please visit: www.estrellamountain.edu/academics/learn4life.Estrella Mountain Community College is located at 3000 N. Dysart Road in Avondale and is part of the Maricopa Community College District. # # #
