New Board Member Orientation - New Brighton
2026-01-06 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
The Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course
Held at the New Brighton Community Center, 400 10th Street NW New Brighton, MN 55112
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Course runs from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Coffee and water provided.
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED DUE TO FULL CAPACITY. PLEASE CHECK FEB AND MARCH CALENDAR FOR MORE CLASSES
Free to HOALN members. $50 for non-HOALN members.
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As a HOA board leader, you are a trusted member of your Homeowner Association (HOA). Your leadership is important. Whether you are new to your board, have board experience, or are an interested HOA resident, our Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course is for you. You and your fellow board leaders will govern your HOA, administer its business operations, and promote a community of neighbors. You will have significant authority and fiduciary duties. Your HOA homeowners also have significant rights, protections, and obligations. While HOAs vary in external characteristics, they are far more alike in the challenges they face and in their need for informed and effective board leadership.
In the Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course we provide a broad review of the foundational knowledge and skills you need to be a successful HOA board leader. You will receive a certificate of completion.
Course Description:
The course is organized into seven modules that total 90 minutes. Course topics include:

The Homeowner Association, Laws Affecting HOAs, and HOA Governing Documents
HOA Board Authority, Fiduciary Duties, and HOA Management
Homeowner Rights, Protections, and Obligations
HOA Meetings, Elections, and Recordkeeping
HOA Budget, Assessments, Collections, Contracts, and Financial Records
HOA Maintenance, Reserves, and Insurance
HOA Community Living

Learning Objectives

Identify two laws and five HOA governing document give examples of how they affect board actions and homeowner rights and obligations
List and give an example of three board fiduciary duties
Identify and give an example of three homeowner rights and protections
Identify and give an example of three homeowner obligations and responsibilities
List three types of HOA meetings and their requirements
Describe three HOA board governance actions
Describe three HOA board business administration actions
Describe importance and differences in HOA master insurance and homeowner HO6
Identify three ways that HOA boards promote cooperation and participation
Identify three ways that homeowners benefit from informed HOA board leadership

Instructors:
Lynn Boergerhoff has nine years of experience as an HOA board president. Lynn founded the HOA Leadership Network in 2018 to connect and support HOA board leaders through education, collaboration, and research. He designed and created this course to educate HOA Leaders and HOA homebuyers.
Mark Luis Foster has five years of experience as an HOA board leader and owns his own marketing/communications consulting firm. He is a business partner with Lynn in running the HOA Leadership Network, LLC and worked with Lynn in creating this course.

New Board Member Orientation - New Brighton
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:30
The Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course
Held at the New Brighton Community Center, 400 10th Street NW New Brighton, MN 55112. Room B.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Course runs from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Water provided.
*******THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT. Next class March 3. Check schedule for details.
Free to HOALN members. $50 for non-HOALN members.
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As a HOA board leader, you are a trusted member of your Homeowner Association (HOA). Your leadership is important. Whether you are new to your board, have board experience, or are an interested HOA resident, our Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course is for you. You and your fellow board leaders will govern your HOA, administer its business operations, and promote a community of neighbors. You will have significant authority and fiduciary duties. Your HOA homeowners also have significant rights, protections, and obligations. While HOAs vary in external characteristics, they are far more alike in the challenges they face and in their need for informed and effective board leadership.
In the Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course we provide a broad review of the foundational knowledge and skills you need to be a successful HOA board leader. You will receive a certificate of completion.
Course Description:
The course is organized into seven modules that total 90 minutes. Course topics include:

The Homeowner Association, Laws Affecting HOAs, and HOA Governing Documents
HOA Board Authority, Fiduciary Duties, and HOA Management
Homeowner Rights, Protections, and Obligations
HOA Meetings, Elections, and Recordkeeping
HOA Budget, Assessments, Collections, Contracts, and Financial Records
HOA Maintenance, Reserves, and Insurance
HOA Community Living

Learning Objectives

Identify two laws and five HOA governing document give examples of how they affect board actions and homeowner rights and obligations
List and give an example of three board fiduciary duties
Identify and give an example of three homeowner rights and protections
Identify and give an example of three homeowner obligations and responsibilities
List three types of HOA meetings and their requirements
Describe three HOA board governance actions
Describe three HOA board business administration actions
Describe importance and differences in HOA master insurance and homeowner HO6
Identify three ways that HOA boards promote cooperation and participation
Identify three ways that homeowners benefit from informed HOA board leadership

Instructors:
Lynn Boergerhoff has nine years of experience as an HOA board president. Lynn founded the HOA Leadership Network in 2018 to connect and support HOA board leaders through education, collaboration, and research. He designed and created this course to educate HOA Leaders and HOA homebuyers.
Mark Luis Foster is co owner of the HOA Leadership Network and has five years of experience as an HOA board leader and owns his own marketing/communications consulting firm. He is a business partner with Lynn in running the HOA Leadership Network, LLC and worked with Lynn in creating this course.

New Board Member Orientation March - New Brighton
2026-03-03 18:00 - 19:30
The Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course
Held at the New Brighton Community Center, 400 10th Street NW New Brighton, MN 55112. Room B.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Course runs from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Water provided.
RSVP NOW. Space is limited.

Free to HOALN members. $50 for non-HOALN members.
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As a HOA board leader, you are a trusted member of your Homeowner Association (HOA). Your leadership is important. Whether you are new to your board, have board experience, or are an interested HOA resident, our Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course is for you. You and your fellow board leaders will govern your HOA, administer its business operations, and promote a community of neighbors. You will have significant authority and fiduciary duties. Your HOA homeowners also have significant rights, protections, and obligations. While HOAs vary in external characteristics, they are far more alike in the challenges they face and in their need for informed and effective board leadership.
In the Introduction to Homeowner Associations (HOAs) for Board Leaders Course we provide a broad review of the foundational knowledge and skills you need to be a successful HOA board leader. You will receive a certificate of completion.
Course Description:
The course is organized into seven modules that total 90 minutes. Course topics include:

The Homeowner Association, Laws Affecting HOAs, and HOA Governing Documents
HOA Board Authority, Fiduciary Duties, and HOA Management
Homeowner Rights, Protections, and Obligations
HOA Meetings, Elections, and Recordkeeping
HOA Budget, Assessments, Collections, Contracts, and Financial Records
HOA Maintenance, Reserves, and Insurance
HOA Community Living

Learning Objectives

Identify two laws and five HOA governing document give examples of how they affect board actions and homeowner rights and obligations
List and give an example of three board fiduciary duties
Identify and give an example of three homeowner rights and protections
Identify and give an example of three homeowner obligations and responsibilities
List three types of HOA meetings and their requirements
Describe three HOA board governance actions
Describe three HOA board business administration actions
Describe importance and differences in HOA master insurance and homeowner HO6
Identify three ways that HOA boards promote cooperation and participation
Identify three ways that homeowners benefit from informed HOA board leadership

Instructors:
Lynn Boergerhoff has nine years of experience as an HOA board president. Lynn founded the HOA Leadership Network in 2018 to connect and support HOA board leaders through education, collaboration, and research. He designed and created this course to educate HOA Leaders and HOA homebuyers.
Mark Luis Foster is co owner of the HOA Leadership Network and has five years of experience as an HOA board leader and owns his own marketing/communications consulting firm. He is a business partner with Lynn in running the HOA Leadership Network, LLC and worked with Lynn in creating this course.

New Brighton Chapter April Meeting
2026-04-07 18:00 - 19:30
Event held at New Brighton Community Center, Room B, 400 Tenth St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
NOTE: This is an evening-only chapter. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meeting runs from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
RSVP NOW
HOALN Members attend free.
Topics to be featured:
Storm Steps: What to Do When Mother Nature Strikes. With thunderstorm actvity on the horizon, be better prepared on what to do if hail strikes and damages your HOA property. Presentation by Scott Hurm, Crest Exteriors.
“Ask the Attorney”. SJJ Law Firm’s Attorney and Partner, Aaron Brooksby, provides the latest updates on HOA legislation and other legal impacts for HOA leaders. Bring your HOA questions for some free legal guidance.
Open Forum: Like open mic without the music! HOA leaders get a chance to discuss issues affecting their HOAs, seek resources and talk about best practices.
Free donuts provided by Minnesota Exteriors Commercial Services Division

New Brighton Chapter May Meeting
2026-05-12 18:00 - 19:30
THIS IS AN EVENING CHAPTER!
Event held at New Brighton Community Center, 400 Tenth St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
ROOM LOCATION CHANGED TO COMMUNITY ROOM “A”
RSVP NOW OPEN
Featured:
Insurance Trends and Real-World Scenarios. In this important presentation, Eric and Adina will present case studies on insurance claims that have occurred due to interior and exterior damage in HOAs. You’ll see the lifecycle of typical claims, learn about types of insurance needed, and understand the steps to take when damage occurs on your HOA property. Eric will also have updates on insurance trends affecting HOAs in today’s market. Presented by Eric Skarnes of Insurance Warehouse and Adina Bergstrom of Gavnat.
Working Effectively with Your Property Management Company, and how to select the right partner for your association when considering a property management change. Presented by Shaun Zavadsky, FirstService Residential.

Plus: Open Forum for members.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Donuts by Minnesota Exteriors Commercial Services Division.

USA MEMORIAL DAY 2026
2026-05-25

SF 1750 Educational Webinar
2026-05-28 16:30 - 17:30
ONLINE WEBINAR 4:30 P.M. CDT May 28
Get Ready for SF 1750.
The Minnesota Legislature passed SF 1750, known as the “HOA Bill of Rights,” which will create new requirements and compliance among HOA board leaders in Minnesota.
In this one hour webinar, the HOA Leadership Network and attorneys from SJJ Law will provide an overview of the law and guidance and next steps on how boards can get ready for implementation of the legislation.
A link will be sent to you at least 48 hours prior to the start of the event.
This is an ONLINE event only. Questions will be taken via the “chat” feature.
REGISTER HERE

New Brighton Chapter June Meeting
2026-06-02 18:00 - 19:30
THIS IS AN EVENING CHAPTER!
Event held at New Brighton Community Center, 400 Tenth St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
ROOM LOCATION CHANGED TO COMMUNITY ROOM “A”
RSVP OPEN
Featured:
When Disaster Strikes: An HOA Board’s First 48 Hours. Drawing on more than 70 years of restoration experience, Dave, Rachelle, and Mike of Lindstrom Restoration will walk attendees through the critical decisions made in the first hours after a fire, flood, or major loss. Covering the costly mistakes that can quietly compound damages long after the event. Attendees will leave with a practical response framework, plus access to download Lindstrom’s Emergency Response Plan (ERP) framework. As an ULTIMATE bonus, attendees will have the option to schedule a complimentary ERP consultation at their community.
Trees are one of the most valuable assets of HOAs. In June Ron Zillmer of Legacy-Trees will take you on a journey that will demonstrate dramatic, side-by-side comparisons in the results of a typical “balled and burlap sack” tree root system; a round plastic pot tree root system; and the Legacy-Tree engineered root system that is now patented.
PLUS: HOA Legislative Updates and Open Forum (Time permitting)
Free donuts provided by Minnesota Exteriors Commercial Services Division

New Brighton Chapter July Meeting
2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:30
THIS IS AN EVENING CHAPTER! 6-7:30 p.m.
Event held at New Brighton Community Center, 400 Tenth St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
ROOM LOCATION CHANGED TO COMMUNITY ROOM “A”
RSVP NOW
Agenda:**
Communications Best Practices for HOA Board Leaders
FEATURING:
Communications Best Practices: If your board is struggling with resident communications methods, frequency, tone and clarity, this special presentation is right for you. Learn more about how to create effective communications using email, newsletters, and more! Presented by Mark Foster, HOALN
Plus: HOA legislative updates and Open Forum: Like open mic without the music! HOA leaders get a chance to discuss issues affecting their HOAs, seek resources and talk about best practices.
Free donuts provided by Minnesota Exteriors Commercial Services Division. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
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**Who can attend our meetings?To attend our free HOALN chapter meetings, you mustbe a member of HOALN as an HOA leader, HOA committee member, HOA volunteer or HOA resident. Join HERE if not a member.
If you are a contractor or service provider who is not a current sponsor and you’d like to attend, contact us directly in advance.

New Brighton Chapter Sept. Meeting
2026-09-01 18:00 - 19:30
THIS IS AN EVENING CHAPTER!
Event held at New Brighton Community Center, 400 Tenth St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
ROOM LOCATION is COMMUNITY ROOM “A”
Topics are TBD.
RSVP Opens soon.
Free donuts provided by Minnesota Exteriors Commercial Services Division

HOA DAY 2026
2026-10-24 09:00 - 13:30
ADVANCED RSVP REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026, 9 A.M. TO 1 P.M.
BASE CAMP
6202 Bloomington Road
Fort Snelling, MN 55111
Agenda:**
HOA Day 2026 is bigger and better than ever! Join us for a morning of education, celebration and great fun as we assemble as HOA board leaders from across Minnesota.
Agenda is subject to change. Please visit www.hoalnet.com for updates.
October 24, 2026
8:45 a.m. Doors open / check in
9:00 a.m. Networking and Sponsor Expo Session
10:00 a.m. Main Stage Welcome
10:25 a.m. Panel Discussion (to be announced)
11:05 a.m. Morning Break

11:20 a.m. Joe Schmit, Author, Speaker and Former KSTP-TV Sports Anchor.
“The Impact Blueprint: How we can be more intentional and aware of the impact we all have as board leaders.”
12:00 p.m. Boxed Lunch, Networking and Afternoon Sponsor Expo
1:00 p.m. Announcement of prizes and giveways, Special send off.
1:30 p.m. Adjourn

RSVP TODAY!

New Brighton Chapter November Meeting
2026-11-03 18:00 - 19:30
Event held at New Brighton Community Center, Room 224, 400 Tenth St NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
*****TEMPORARY ROOM CHANGE TO 224
Topics are TBD.
RSVP Opens soon.
Free donuts provided by Minnesota Exteriors Commercial Services Division

New Brighton Chapter December Meeting
2026-12-01 18:00 - 19:30
