Housing Cooperative Resource Library
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Other Resources Worth Checking Out:
Resource: myrocusa.org
Curated by ROC USA, LLC, myrocusa.org is home to several resources for members of resident-owned manufactured home communities (ROCs), including infrastructure improvement guides, management and governance guides, and more. In order to view ROC USA training documents, you must have a login and password.
Resource: Cooperative Resources Library
Curated by ACE Cooperative Association Network, the library is home to hundreds of resources for cooperatives of all kinds.
Resource: Cooperatives for a Better World
Cooperatives for a Better World is an online networking and resource-sharing website for cooperatives of all types.
Vendor Directory
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Discover a unique resource hub for cooperatives seeking expert referrals! Our vendor resource list caters to the needs of housing cooperatives, from legal counsel to financial advisors, property management to insurance providers. Whether you're navigating complex legal matters or seeking reliable accounting services, we've got you covered.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this Directory is intended for general informational purposes only. The directory is designed to assist users in locating professionals with experience in co-op housing matters, but the inclusion of any vendor does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the directory. Users of this directory are encouraged to independently verify the qualifications and credentials of any attorney listed herein. The directory is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information provided by firms.
Board Governance
Anatomy of a board action without a meeting (NCF)
Board communication best practices (NCF)
Building A Strategic Thinking Board (NCF)
Co-op Board Meetings - Legal & Regulatory Compliance - MN (NCF)
Co-op board Meetings - Legal & Regulatory Compliance - WI (NCF)
co-op Roles and Responsibilities Summary Charts (NCF)
Duties of Directors [video] (orea.com)
Compliance - Fair Housing
handouts & factsheets
REASOnable accommodation & reasonable modification (NCF)
reasonable accommodation / modification
Fair Housing Posters from HUD.gov (for onsite offices)
English
Spanish
Lao
KOREAN
CAMBODIAN
VIETNAMESE
HMONG
FARSI
RUSSIAN
CHINESE
ARABIC
online resources
Fairhousingmn.org
FAIRHOUSINGWISCONSIN.com
MN Manufactured Housing Co-ops
Compliance - State Laws & Rules
168A.143-143 - Manufactured Home titling
299C.66-70 - Background Check on Residential Building Manager
Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act Consent Form 299C.68.2
327B - Manufactured Home sales
327C - Manufactured Home Park Lot Rentals
327.32 - Code compliance
308B - Cooperative Associations
317A - Nonprofit Corporations
504B - Landlord and Tenant
Chapter 4630 - Department of Health - Camps and mobile home parks
department of labor and industry - home installation and building code
Secretary of State - Business Records (for annual corporate renewal)
WI Manufactured Housing Co-ops
Compliance - State Laws & Rules
ATCP 125 - Manufactured Housing Fair Trade PRACTICES
181 - Nonstock Corporations
193 - Cooperative Associations
704 - Landlord Tenant
710.15 - Manufactured Housing Community Regulations
WI Department of Financial Institutions - Annual Report (for annual corporate renewal)
Community Building & Engagement
Communications & Marketing
Organizational Model & Structure
Email Etiquette - More Than Just Manners (onelily.com)
Create Your Co-op’s 60-Second Pitch (cooperativesforabetterworld.coop)
Glossary of Housing co-op Terms (NCF)
What is a Cooperative? 2-minute video (cooperativesforabetterworld.coop)
ROC USA Resources
Board Meetings
Basics of Making Motions [video] (orea.com)
making a motion demo [video] (orea.com)
Opening a motion for discussion [video] (orea.com)
Discussing a Motion [video] (orea.com)
Taking the Vote [video] (orea.com)
Controlling discussion [video] (orea.com)
LACK OF A SECONDER [video] (orea.com)
Amending Motions [video] (orea.com)
Proper Order for Handling Amendments [video] (orea.com)
Consent Agendas [video] (orea.com)
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Technology & Software
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Northstar - Basic Computer Skills Certificate
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