Advocate and Network in the Community Association Industry

CAI's Public Official Membership is designed for individuals working in government or advocacy roles who want to stay informed, connected, and engaged in the community association industry.
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Who Should Join?

Public officials and professionals in roles such as:

  • Local and state government staff
  • Legislators and policymakers
  • Regulatory agency staff 

Advocacy professionals

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Membership Dues

  • $125/year
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Member Benefit CheckList

Here's what included with your membership.

  • Homeowner Leader Benefits

    Includes all benefits of the Homeowner Leader Membership, such as resources, publications, and networking opportunities.
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  • Legislative Advocacy

    Insights into legislative issues affecting community associations, with tools and support for your advocacy efforts.
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  • No Advocacy Fee

    The legislative advocacy support fee is waived for Public Official members.

Sneak Peek of CAI Publications

Advocacy

Driving Policy Forward and Elevating Advocacy Efforts: CAI Announces New Government and Public Affairs Team

Phoebe E. Neseth, Esq. | Sep 3, 2025
Public policy is a top priority for CAI’s new chief executive officer Dawn ...
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Facts over headlines: CAI responds to calls to ban Florida HOAs

Dawn Bauman, CAE | Sep 5, 2025
Community associations create stable, well-managed neighborhoods where fami ...
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HOAresources.org

HOA Elections: Is Proxy Stacking Illegal?

Laura Otto
Many community associations hold their annual meetings and elections during ...
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CAI Advocacy

Learn how CAI advocates  for and represents the  77.1 million people living and working in America's  369,000 community associations (homeowners associations, condominiums, and housing cooperatives). 

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Additional Resources for Public Official Members

  • Case Law Database

    This database consists of appellate cases reviewed for presentation at the Community Association Annual Law Seminar hosted by the College of Community Association Lawyers.
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  • College of Community Association Lawyers

    CAI has recognized excellence in the practice of community association law through the College of Community Association Lawyers
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  • Law Report E-Newsletter

    Law Reporter​ provides a brief review of key court decisions and gives the reader an idea of the types of legal issues community associations face and how the courts rule on them.​ Select content available to nonmembers.
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  • National Events

    Explore CAI’s world-renowned events showcase the industry, create connections, and cover the latest information and trends in community associations.
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