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    • Thu, June 26, 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • ZOOM

    Strengthening Trust in Condo and HOA Leadership

    Hill Tannenbaum Attorneys at Law

    Thursday, June 26

    11:00 AM - 12:00PM

    For questions: mcolburn@tlhlegal.com

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    • Wed, July 09, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
    Register

    DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

    Join Zoom Meeting: Click Here

    Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
    Passcode: 175650

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    Approval of Minutes: Pending

    Guest Speaker:  Jennifer Jorgensen, Director of Government Affairs - City of Sarasota

    Jennifer Jorgensen is currently a Director Governmental Affairs at City of Sarasota. Jennifer Jorgensen brings experience from previous roles at City of Sarasota, The Walt Disney Company, Disney Institute and Nebraska Association of School Boards. Jennifer Jorgensen holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) @ University of Nebraska College of Law. With a robust skill set that includes Public Speaking, Education Law, Contract Law, Contract Negotiation, Fundraising and more.

    • Wed, August 06, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
    Register

    DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

    Join Zoom Meeting: Click Here

    Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
    Passcode: 175650

    Zoom Meeting Video:

    Speaker Video: 

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    Approval of Minutes: Pending

    Guest Speaker: James "Jim" Turffs - Attorney | Hill Tannenbaum 

    James Turffs is a Sarasota-based attorney with deep Florida roots, having been born in Bradenton and raised in Sarasota. He earned his B.S. in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida and his J.D. from Florida A&M University College of Law. Since 2009, James has focused his legal practice on community association and contract law, bringing extensive experience in litigation, collections, contract negotiation, and general counsel for managed communities. He is admitted to practice in Florida and the U.S. District Courts for the Middle and Northern Districts of Florida, and he is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Florida Bar’s Real Property Section and the Sarasota and Manatee County Bar Associations.


      • Wed, September 03, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
      • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
      Register

      DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

      Join Zoom Meeting: Click Here

      Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
      Passcode: 175650

      Zoom Meeting Video:

      Speaker Video: 

      Download Meeting Agenda: 

      Approval of Minutes: Pending

      Guest Speaker: 


        • Wed, October 01, 2025
        • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
        • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
        Register

        DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

        Join Zoom Meeting: Click Here

        Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
        Passcode: 175650

        Zoom Meeting Video:

        Speaker Video: 

        Download Meeting Agenda: 

        Approval of Minutes: Pending

        Guest Speaker: 

        • Wed, November 05, 2025
        • 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
        • Zoom & Broadway Promenade, 1064 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
        Register

        DSCA Board Meetings are for Board Directors, with designated Condo Member Representatives, Liaison Association Representatives and invited Guests attending as observers. Contact President, David Lough (760) 497-9230, if you wish to be invited.

        Join Zoom Meeting: Click Here

        Meeting ID:  869 3865 6191
        Passcode: 175650

        Zoom Meeting Video:

        Speaker Video: 

        Download Meeting Agenda: 

        Approval of Minutes: Pending

        Guest Speaker: 

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      Tue, April 15, 2025 Elevators 101: The Ups and Downs at Marina Jacks
      Thu, April 10, 2025 Workshop: Building a Safer Sarasota
      Wed, March 26, 2025 E-Voting For Florida Community Associations - Requirements for Implementation and Best Practices
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      Wed, March 05, 2025 DSCA Board Meeting - March 5, 2025
      Thu, February 20, 2025 ZOOM Course - Fining Procedures For Condominum and Homeowner Associations
      Tue, February 18, 2025 An Introduction To The Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program
      Wed, February 05, 2025 DSCA Board Meeting - February 5, 2025
      Fri, January 24, 2025 Webinar - What Every Board Member and Manager Needs to Know About Service Animals
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      Thu, December 19, 2024 The Smart Board & Property Manager ZOOM Legal Guide- Successfully Operating A Community Association
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      Wed, December 04, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - December 4, 2024
      Tue, December 03, 2024 Required 4-Hour Board Certification Course for Current and New Board Members of Condos & HOAs
      Wed, November 13, 2024 Board Elections 101: What Every Community Needs to Know
      Wed, November 06, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - November 6, 2024
      Thu, October 24, 2024 The Triple Blows of 2024 - Recovering from Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton
      Thu, October 17, 2024 Workshop: Understanding Sarasota's Changing Condo Market Things you need to know!
      Wed, October 02, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - October 2, 2024
      Wed, September 04, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - September 4, 2024
      Thu, August 22, 2024 New Burdens on Boards By The Newly-Adopted Florida Condo and HOA Laws
      Tue, August 20, 2024 A Comprehensive Guide to Florida's New Condominium & Homeowner Association Website Regulations
      Wed, August 07, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - August 7, 2024
      Wed, July 03, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - July 3, 2024
      Thu, June 27, 2024 Dealing with Difficult and Disruptive Owners Course
      Tue, June 25, 2024 Sarasota Educate to Elevate Expo
      Thu, June 20, 2024 Smart Board & Property Manager CEU Legal Guide: Repair & Maintenance Obligations: Limits of Board Business Judgment
      Wed, June 05, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - June 5, 2024
      Wed, May 22, 2024 Board Certification
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      Wed, May 01, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - May 1, 2024
      Wed, April 03, 2024 DSCA Town Hall - Downtown Sarasota: Placemaking for People
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      Thu, March 21, 2024 2024 Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide: Dealing With Inquisitive & Disruptive Owners
      Wed, March 20, 2024 Workshop: Sensible, Smart and Sustainable Development Shaping
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      Thu, February 22, 2024 The Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide: The Limits of Fining Authority and How Best to Implement
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      Wed, February 07, 2024 DSCA Board Meeting - February 7, 2024
      Thu, January 18, 2024 2024 Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide
      Tue, January 16, 2024 Condominium Board Certification Course - CBIZ Insurance
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      Wed, December 06, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - December 6, 2023
      Tue, November 14, 2023 SRQ VIP SOCIAL
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      Thu, October 19, 2023 Workshop: Sarasota’s Rapid Growth
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      Tue, August 15, 2023 Legal Update Panel Discussion-Part 2
      Fri, August 11, 2023 What is Citizens Property Insurance Corporation?
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      Tue, July 11, 2023 Senate Bill 154 / Condominium and Cooperative Building Safety
      Wed, July 05, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - July 5, 2023
      Thu, June 22, 2023 DSCA Workshop and Input Session: Restaurants, Bars, and Nightclubs
      Tue, June 20, 2023 SAFETY AND SIRS: RESERVES TO THE RESCUE
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      Wed, June 14, 2023 Medical Cannabis: Current Status, Health Benefits, and Qualifying Process
      Wed, June 07, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - June 7, 2023
      Wed, June 07, 2023 Property Management vs. Project Management
      Thu, May 18, 2023 Improving Wireless Connection and Radio Frequency in your Building for Fire Code Compliance
      Wed, May 17, 2023 A Legislative Update and Hurricane Preparedness Discussion
      Tue, May 16, 2023 Understanding New 2023 Condo Legislation
      Wed, May 03, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - May 3, 2023
      Tue, April 18, 2023 Effective Community Association Financial Management
      Thu, April 13, 2023 Smart Board & Property Manager Legal Guide ZOOM CEU: The Addition of Charging Stations to Florida Condominium or HOA Properties
      Wed, April 05, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - April 5, 2023
      Tue, April 04, 2023 DSCA Town Hall - Downtown: Dysfunction or Diversity?
      Thu, March 16, 2023 Workshop: The Exploding Costs of Living in Paradise!
      Wed, March 01, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - March 1, 2023
      Tue, February 21, 2023 DSA Annual Evening of Recognition
      Wed, February 01, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - February 1, 2023
      Sun, January 29, 2023 The Past, Present, and Future of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
      Wed, January 25, 2023 Rosemary District Community Meeting
      Wed, January 04, 2023 DSCA Board Meeting - January 4, 2023
      Wed, December 07, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - December 7, 2022
      Wed, November 02, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - November 2, 2022
      Thu, October 20, 2022 Workshop: Are Fines Coming to Your Condo? New Legislative Deadlines Are!
      Wed, October 05, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - October 5, 2022
      Thu, September 22, 2022 2022 City Commission Candidates Forum
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      Wed, August 03, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - August 3, 2022
      Wed, July 06, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - July 6, 2022
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      Wed, May 04, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - May 4, 2022
      Wed, April 06, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - April 6, 2022
      Thu, March 24, 2022 DSCA Workshop: "Restorative Cities" - Building A Healthy Tomorrow
      Wed, March 02, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - March 2, 2022
      Wed, February 02, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - ZOOM ONLY - February 2, 2022
      Tue, February 01, 2022 CANCELLED - DSCA 2022 Condo Lawn Bowling Challenge
      Wed, January 05, 2022 DSCA Board Meeting - ZOOM ONLY - January 5, 2021
      Thu, December 16, 2021 DSCA Transportation Committee Meeting
      Wed, December 01, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - December 1, 2021
      Wed, November 03, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - November 3, 2021
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      Wed, October 06, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - October 6, 2021
      Wed, September 01, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - September 1, 2021
      Wed, August 04, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - August 4, 2021
      Wed, July 07, 2021 DSCA Board Meeting - July 7, 2021
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      Wed, April 07, 2021 DSCA Members Meeting & Board Meeting - April 7, 2021
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      Wed, March 04, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting - Mar. 4
      Fri, February 28, 2020 DSCA Condo Lawn Bowling Challenge
      Wed, February 05, 2020 DSCA Board Meeting - Feb. 5
      Wed, January 08, 2020 DSCA Jan. 8 Board Meeting
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      Wed, October 02, 2019 DSCA Board Meeting - Oct. 2
      Wed, September 04, 2019 DSCA Board Meeting - Sep. 4
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      About DSCA

      The Downtown Sarasota Condominium Association (DSCA) is the designated neighborhood organization to represent the interests of the condominium associations, townhomes, apartments and their residents, that are within the greater Downtown Sarasota.


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