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🎯 This Week’s Strategy:

• Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM)

🌐 Boardroom Brief:

• Donelson HOA Initiates Vote on License Plate Readers for Crime Concerns

Strategy

🎯 Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM)

This week’s HOA Leaders' Brief is focusing on a strategy that helps HOAs get the most out of their investments in property, equipment, and other assets: Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM). By adopting ALM, associations can optimize the use, maintenance, and replacement of their assets, reducing unnecessary costs and extending the lifespan of essential items. Here’s how ALM can benefit your community and some tips to help you implement it effectively.

Introduction to Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM)

Asset Lifecycle Management is a strategy that tracks and manages assets throughout their lifecycle—from acquisition and usage to maintenance and eventual replacement or disposal. For HOAs, this means maximizing the value of assets, avoiding sudden breakdowns, and planning for replacements in advance. By taking a proactive approach, associations can ensure that assets like community amenities, landscaping equipment, and HVAC systems remain reliable and cost-effective over the long term.

Guide to Implementing ALM in an HOA Context

1. Create a Detailed Inventory: Begin by listing all assets within the community, including their purchase date, maintenance history, and current condition. Include items like common area furniture, playground equipment, irrigation systems, and more. This inventory forms the foundation for effective lifecycle planning.

2. Establish Maintenance Schedules: Define regular maintenance intervals based on the specific needs of each asset. Some assets, like pools, may need frequent checks, while others, like HVAC systems, may require seasonal inspections. Routine maintenance helps prevent costly repairs and extends asset life.

3. Plan for Replacement Cycles: Calculate the typical lifespan of each asset and forecast replacement dates. This helps avoid unexpected expenses and allows the HOA to budget in advance, reducing financial strain on the community.

4. Track Performance and Costs: Document maintenance and repair costs for each asset. Tracking expenses helps identify assets that are becoming too costly to maintain, signaling when replacement is more cost-effective.

Implementation Tips

• Digital Asset Management Tools: Use software designed to track and manage assets, enabling easy access to maintenance records, reminders, and cost summaries. Many property management platforms offer asset management features that streamline this process.

• Annual Reviews: Conduct a yearly review of your assets and maintenance records to assess which assets are nearing the end of their lifecycle or becoming high-maintenance. Adjust replacement schedules as needed and update budget plans accordingly.

• Resident Communication: Inform residents about the lifecycle plans for community assets, especially for amenities like pools or clubhouses that may be temporarily closed for maintenance. Transparent communication builds understanding and support for maintenance efforts.

Implementing Asset Lifecycle Management helps HOAs make well-informed, strategic decisions that enhance community sustainability and financial health. By tracking assets, performing timely maintenance, and planning replacements, associations can create a stable, attractive environment that benefits all residents.

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Boardroom Brief

Donelson HOA Initiates Vote on License Plate Readers for Crime Concerns

In response to rising crime and the absence of city-installed cameras, the Donelson HOA Board has proposed placing license plate reader (LPR) cameras throughout the Harborview neighborhood. This measure has sparked mixed opinions among residents, some of whom see it as a step toward safer streets, while others raise concerns about privacy. Meanwhile, the board has assured residents that data access will remain restricted to ensure privacy, and monthly HOA dues won’t increase to fund the installation. An online voting portal is now open for homeowners to cast their vote on the proposal, with the final decision expected soon.

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