There are two basic options when homeowners come together to buy their community as a co-op: Market-rate and limited-equity co-ops. The basic structure – where homeowners buy a membership interest (a “share”) and operate the resident corporation on … More »
I hope your Holiday season was everything you wanted it to be. For me, a break with my family was in order and a lot of fun! Christmas was very touching this year; we’re in a good place … More »
From civic organizations to parent/teacher organizations, groups that depend on volunteers deal with the challenges of getting more people involved. You would think that attracting volunteers would be a piece of cake for resident-owned communities. After all, the … More »
It’s fall and I am finally playing hoops again after a two-month break.I’ve played hoop in this gym since returning to Concord 25 years ago. Hoops balances me. It’s great fun, and it’s teamwork in pursuit of a … More »
The 2013 Community Leadership Institute is another home run, or a grand slam for that matter! It’s Monday morning after a long flight across the country last night. I am exhausted. And, I am absolutely alive and full … More »
Thank you for the many kind comments, emails and cards about the Carsey Institute Social Innovator of the Year Award that I was fortunate enough to accept on Monday. I truly appreciate it. The video the University of … More »
The ROC USA Board of Directors met in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday morning. We welcomed the newly elected ROC Leader Directors – Liz, Natividad and Colleen – and our TA Provider representative, Diane Gasaway from the Northwest Co-op … More »
Diane Nyad completed a 110-mile mile swim between Cuba and the Florida Keys this weekend. When asked, “How did you make it through the tough stretches?”, her answer, “My mantra was, ‘Find a way.’” And, there were tough … More »
I love the lifespan of a garden. In the winter we gardeners imagine and plan. In the spring, we toil with compost, turning and planting. In the early summer, we weed and water and pluck a few things … More »
Congratulations to our three elected ROC Association Directors! They are: Colleen Preston, Cranberry Village, Carver, Mass.; Natividad Seefeld, Park Plaza, Fridley, Minn.; and, Liz Wood, Duvall Riverside Village, Duvall, Wash. I am excited to convene at our first … More »
