Media Inquires
If you are a member of the media and are working on a story, please contact: Laura ZIlverberg Allison & Partners for AACM (480) 776-6418
AACM in the News
Nov. 19, 2009 – Arizona Daily Star – “More than a ton of food donated"
Nov. 18, 2009 - KGUN-TV – Charities starving for Thanksgiving donations – “The Community Food Bank got a big boost from the Arizona Association of Community Managers.”
February 26, 2009 – Ahwatukee Foothills News – “New program benefits community managers”The Arizona Association of Community Managers (AACM) has brought about a new program that will allow individuals working in community management companies, such as HOAs, access to equal educational gains.
February 5, 2009 – The Arizona Republic – “Community managers face tough times” Given the tough economic times communities are facing, it's not easy to be a community manager these days.
January 1, 2009 – Go Gilbert – “Help Thy Neighbor” Teresa and Pavel Aspiazu fondly called their Higley Park neighborhood, “Weedland.”
January 1, 2009 – Phoenix Woman – “No Place Like Home” The Phoenix Metropolitan area offers a variety of great neighborhoods that range from rural outposts to kid-friendly communities and urban-chic enclaves.
December 9, 2008 – Arizona Republic – "Higley Park residents cleaning up again" Gnarled tumbleweeds cascaded down a playground in Gilbert's Higley Park community early Saturday, but by evening the colored monkey bars were visible again.
December 3, 2008 – Tucson Citizen – "A-List" David Grant of Stratford Management and Mike Cadden of Cadden Community Management have been named to the Arizona Association of Community Managers board of directors. AACM is a professional organization dedicated to promoting community associations.
July 16, 2008 - Arizona Republic -"4 Part Series: The Gilbert Gardens"Four-part series explores how the declining housing market has affected a typical Gilbert Neighborhood: The Gardens.
June 27, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “Help to halt green pools” The industry group that represents property managers has responded to the foreclosure-fueled green swimming-pool phenomenon by urging residents of communities with homeowners associations to call the HOA when they spot a mosquito-infested green pool.
May 16, 2008 – East Valley Tribune – “Gilbert homes marketed as vacation rentals” Gilbert, a vacation retreat? Homes in the community, known for its family-friendly, small-town feel, have been going on the market in recent months as vacation rentals.
May 3, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “South Vistas takes helping hand” It was a massive organization undertaking, a Herculean logistical operation accomplished with military precision. An unparalleled success as a volunteer effort.
May 2, 2008 – Foothills Focus – “Carsons to benefit from HOPE Grant” An Anthem family is getting needed financial help thanks to the Arizona Association of Community Managers. The group presented the family of Chris Carson April 16 with the HOPE Grant to help Carson financially deal with the costs of a serious car crash last year.
May 1, 2008 – Go Gilbert Magazine – “GO DRESS UP! the latest in fashion” WHAT I DO DURING THE DAY: I am the CEO of Arizona Association of Community Managers (AACM) where I help promote a positive understanding of community associations and their contribution to neighborhoods in Arizona
April 28, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “Volunteers spruce up South Vistas community” The sun was high and smiles were bright Saturday as 200 volunteers descended into the South Vistas community near 12th Street and Southern Avenue at 7 a.m.
April 22, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “Big HOAs move toward control by homeowners” Two of the Valley's largest homeowners associations will take significant steps - Wednesday and next Wednesdays - toward control by the homeowners themselves.
April 21, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “HOA group helps out paralyzed man” Anthem resident Chris Carson knew he would have to muster his emotional strength to recover from the devastating truck accident
April 18, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “Donation gives paralyzed man renewed hope” With her disposable camera ready, Kendra Carson smiled at her husband and gave him her best cheer.
April 3, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “Foreclosures forcing HOAs to cut corners on maintenance” Homeowners associations strapped by unpaid assessments related to the foreclosure-ridden real-estate market are mustering volunteer work crews, cutting maintenance jobs and scrimping on landscaping to save money.
February 14, 2008 – Arizona Republic – “HOA board members discuss Senate bills” Homeowners association board members and community managers discussed proposed legislation that would affect the groups Wednesday at the state Capitol.
February 13, 2008 – East Valley Tribune.com – “Do HOA’s protect home values?” A new survey shows that more than two-thirds of Arizona residents living in homeowner associations say they feel it has a positive impact on property values.
Broadcast
KTVK-TV – Channel 3 News
Air Date: Sunday, September 7, 2008 / 7:50 a.m. contact AACM office for Video
KPHO-TV – CBS Channel 5 News Air Date: Saturday, April 26, 2008 / 5:30 p.m. Watch Video
KPNX-TV – NBC Channel 12 News Air Date: Wednesday, December 12, 2007 / 5 p.m. Watch Video
Press Releases
Tucson - September 21, 2009 - Arizona Association of Community Managers Selected as a finalist for the Metropolitan Pima Alliance Common Ground Awards
Phoenix- August 25, 2008 – Bus stop safety tips for keeping children safe during the 2008-09 school year
Phoenix- April 21, 2008 – Approximately 200 volunteers will descend into a South Mountain neighborhood near 12th Street and Southern Avenue to pull weeds, wipe out graffiti and clean up trash on Saturday, April 26.
Phoenix- February 13, 2008 – The Arizona Association of Community Managers (AACM)announced today at the Arizona State Capitol the results of an independent study on the impactof professional community management in Arizona.
Phoenix – Dec 10, 2007 – U.S. Soldier and Two other Arizona Residents Receive Financial Assistance Grant – Arizona Association of Community Managers Awards Three HOPE Grants to Homeowners in Need
Phoenix – Dec 1, 2007– The Arizona Association of Community Managers (AACM) was established in 2003 to promote a positive understanding of community associations and elevate the standard of care provided by the state’s homeowners’ associations (HOAs).
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