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“You cannot do kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.”
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Today I heard news I expected, but it is still very sad as I was the person Penny met over Zoom during the pandemic. After we reopened Penny talked to me, the very new President, to see if we were looking for directors. I said yes 100 percent, she said yes, and that was the end of it; we became not only colleagues but the best of friends. Now here is what Penny wanted you to hear:

It has been a pleasure volunteering at COA for the last four years. But unfortunately I need to take a leave of absence effective immediately. My 91 husband is ill and I need to be a full-time caretaker for him now and I also have caretaking responsibilities for my 91-year-old mother. I’m just tired at the end of the day and not able to give COA the time and energy I once was able to.

If you have budget or documents appt. scheduled you will be rescheduled with Marsha Rory or other COA team members. They will do a great job in supporting any of your budget or document needs.

Penny Walker

What I’m going to ask of you is to not email, text or call Penny. When she says immediately, I would love you to respect that. I know no one is sadder than I am and at some point she will return.

Direct all responses or questions to me at 509-200-0729 or clarkfamily89@gmail.com If you don’t reach me, leave a message and I promise to get back to you. I will be in the office off and on, but I can take phone calls until after the 1st of the year. Chemo is much tougher than I ever expected. Next time we meet I won’t have much hair left. Think of me at 10:00 am Thursday as it is Chemo Day!

Sue Clark, COA President

If you are interested, please make an appointment with Sue Clark by email: clarkfamily89@gmail.com

We at the COA welcome one of our new directors, Marsha Rory! She will be available on Thursdays here at the COA office. We are so happy to have her on our team. Please welcome her to our community.

COA Member Questions: Clarifications on Colby Partnership & Fundraising

Below is a clear response to the recent questions regarding COA’s enhanced relationship with Colby Management and our ongoing fundraising efforts.

1. Enhanced Relationship with Colby Management
Why COA Works Closely With Colby
Colby manages the majority of COA member associations in Sun City. Supporting Colby managed boards is not new—COA has provided assistance for years, including:
• Workshops such as “How to Read Your Colby Financials”
• Training on annual budgeting using Colby formats
• Help navigating Colby’s platforms, including Strongroom and TownSquare

Our volunteers have financial expertise and donate their time at no cost to help any member who asks. While we assist Kinney and other management companies as well, the majority of requests come from Colby managed associations, especially under prior leadership when additional support was needed.

What Has Changed Under New Colby Leadership:
The new Colby leadership has welcomed collaboration. This has allowed COA to:
• Provide combined educational sessions with both COA experts and Colby leadership
• Offer members direct access to decision makers at Colby
• Improve the overall support experience for board members
This partnership has been well received by members who appreciate having both financial expertise and management insight available in one place.
What This Relationship Is Not
• There is no quid pro quo
• There are no kickbacks
• No COA volunteer or employee receives any compensation from Colby

COA’s mission remains unchanged: to educate, support, and empower board members as they lead their associations.
Our Door Remains Open to All Management Companies
We maintain positive working relationships with all management companies serving our members. We frequently share information and collaborate when it benefits the associations we jointly serve.

2. COA Fundraising Efforts
Why Fundraising Is Necessary
Annual COA dues do not fully cover our operating expenses, which include:
• Office lease
• Paid administrative staff
• Member support services
• Educational programming

To keep dues affordable for all members, COA supplements its budget through:
• Periodic fundraisers
• Voluntary donations
• Vendor participation and sponsorships

Where the Money Goes
• 100% of funds raised go to COA
• No COA director, volunteer, or employee receives any personal benefit
• Funds are used solely to support our nonprofit mission and member services
Fundraising allows COA to maintain a professional office, provide high quality education, and continue offering free or low cost resources to all member associations.
Summary
• COA’s relationship with Colby is based on member need, not financial benefit.
• We support all management companies and respond wherever members request help.
• Fundraising is essential to keep dues low and maintain the services our members rely on.
• COA remains a volunteer driven, nonprofit organization focused solely on serving and educating board members.