ROC Association: Resident Voices Amplified
We’re an association of ROCs led by volunteer ROC leaders. We formed for the benefit and development of all ROC Members, and support a strong peer network of co-op leaders and advocate for ROCs as a ROC USA LLC Member with three seats on the ROC USA Board of Directors. We represent the network of ROCs to external stakeholders and build cohesive relationships between ROC Association, the ROC USA Certified TA Provider network and ROC USA.
ACE Committee
Advocacy, Communication & Education
The ACE Committee is a consolidation of three previous committees to streamline meetings while continuing to focus on their vital goals. It provides a peer-to-peer support network for Resident Owned Communities.
Advocacy
- Leads and influences local, state and federal policy impacting Resident Owned Communities.
- Increases consumer protections for homeowners in investor-owned communities.
- Advocates for manufactured home communities — zoning laws, Rights of First Offer, land purchase.
Communication
- Responsible for development and sharing of Association articles on Facebook, ROC websites and other related media.
- Manages community outreach initiatives and maintains consistency in brand messaging.
Education
- Provides updates on emerging issues relevant to Manufactured Homeowners.
- Introduces new members to topics for effective community management.
- Experienced leaders available to support ROC Boards in addressing challenges.
Latest from ROC Association
Our Directors
The ROC Association Directors are elected by Resident Owned Communities in their region. Directors serve three-year terms (for a maximum of two terms). In addition to running the ROC Association, the Directors also serve on the ROC USA Board of Directors.
Kelly Jensen
MOUNTAIN WEST REGION
Kelly is Board President at Paradise Village Cooperative, a 40-home Resident Owned Community in Johnstown, Colorado.
Email Kelly at:
west@rocassociation.org
Liz Werth
NEW ENGLAND REGION
Liz is a Board Member at Heron Point Estates, a 37-home Resident Owned Community in Newmarket, New Hampshire.
Email Liz at: newengland@rocassociation.org
Ron Palmer
EAST, MIDWEST, & SOUTH REGION
Ron is a Board Member at Lakeville Village, a 50-home Resident Owned Community in Geneseo, NY.
Email Ron at:
west@rocassociation.org
ROC Association Regions
History
ROC Association was started by two ROC leaders, Natividad Seefeld of Park Plaza Cooperative in Fridley, Minn. and Lois Parris, then of Lakes Region Cooperative in Belmont, N.H., both former appointees to the ROC USA Board of Directors.
In 2013, the Association held its first national elections and since then, ROC Boards nationwide (including your Board) have had the opportunity to cast a vote for a candidate from your region every three years.
In 2020, ROC Association launched two ROC Association Committees, the Outreach & Education Committee and the Policy & Advocacy Committee. ROC Leaders from across the country volunteer their time to expand the work of ROC Association.
Member Support And Disaster Relief Fund
“Better Together” is more than just a tagline and we’re working to put that into action. We established a consistent practice and procedure for reaching out to Member ROCs, and, when appropriate, to individual ROC leaders and their family members, when a community tragedy, natural disaster, severe hardship, or other similar incident occurs.
ACE Committee
Advocacy, Communication & Education Committee
We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 8 PM EST and are always looking for ROC leaders to help spread the word about resident ownership and life in ROCs.
Better Together Calls
Held the first Wednesday of each month at 8 p.m. Eastern, these Zoom calls create connection and collaboration with ROC Members across the country. All are welcome to attend.
Upcoming Discussions
Get Involved
Interested in joining an existing committee? Have an thought or idea you’d like to share with a ROC Association Director? Get in touch.