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Today's Democrats' Coordinated Inauthentic Behavior du juor attack is to demand Rep. Fine's resignation for his vile, hateful, disgraceful, disgusting, Islamophobic comments responding to Pierce Morgan, like most Europeans, suffering from the Boiling Frog Syndrome asked @RepFine to choose between giving up his faith and his dog or else.
These are the same people making the case criminals, sex offenders, illigal aliens and domestic terrorists should be allowed to vote.
These are the same prople, including the legacy media who remained silent when Ilhan Omar, Mana Abdi, Pramila Jaypal et al said assimilation is a Nazi Value
Or when Comey, @Kassenstein et call called to 86 president Trump.
A Coordinated Inauthentic Behavior (CIB) attack is a manipulative tactic where groups of social media accounts—often a mix of fake, automated (bots), and real accounts—work together to mislead users about who they are and what they are doing to achieve a strategic goal.
Individuals involved in CIB would be immediately barred from any social media
Ironicall, these same people are less popular than dog poop.
While "dog catcher" is a common trope for the least popular person imaginable, major polling has historically found Congress less popular than dog poop
According to long-running studies by Public Policy Polling and other agencies, Americans have frequently rated the legislative branch lower than a variety of unpleasant things:
• Pests and Parasites: Lice, cockroaches, and toenail fungus. • Unpleasant Procedures: Root canals and colonoscopies. • Common Nuisances: Traffic jams and the DMV. • Villains: The ancient warlord Genghis Khan . As of February 2026, congressional approval remains near historic lows. Recent Quinnipiac polling indicates that congressional Democrats reached a record net approval rating of 55 points underwater
The Global Circular Reporting Mafia Ring and Democrats feigning righteous indignation over a 'racist post' should compare to insults hurled at President Trump. Not counting death threats and attempted assassinations, the president has endured nonstop insults from the likes of @RepShriThanedar, Rob Rainer and Democrats. Every word Joe Biden uttered was scripted by left-wing operatives with one goal: to demonize, slander, and weaponize against President Trump and silence conservative voices across America.
Comparing implied, explicit death threats and actual attemps against Obama, Biden and Trump shows
• Targeting: Trump has been a disproportionate target of violent rhetoric in recent years, accounting for 47% of all violent threats documented in a 2025–2026 dataset.
• Obama: Individuals were sentenced for threats made at rallies (e.g., "Kill him!") or in specific communications, such as a man who threatened to "hang" Obama in 2017.
The number of people successfully prosecuted for threats against Trump compared to Trump is inversely proportional: more threats against Trump, less successful prosecutions
If you put a frog in boiling water, it will jump out immediately. However, if you put a frog in lukewarm water and slowly heat it up, the frog will remain in the water and eventually boil to death, unaware of the danger.
Not unlike what happened in Europe. Today the continent is halal, despite repeated warnings ⚠️ from prople like Peter Kreeft, Pope Benedict, the CotoBuzz Journal and many others mainstream media and politicians labeled far-right and or conspiracy theorists
Without Firing A Single Shot, Europe Has Fallen. So have NYC, WA, MN,TX, MI & AK. The rest of USA will soon follow, unless president Trump is able to dismantle the Ummah Industrial Complex administered by leading universities
Ironically, Caren Carrero sent this email blast, while censoring thee Windust Meadows HOA BOD
TownSq
The relationship between Blue Mountain Community Management (an Associa company) and TownSq is a direct business partnership that may present a conflict of interest if not transparently disclosed to the HOAs they manage. Blue Mountain Community Management
The Associa-TownSq Relationship • Direct Partnership: Associa officially partnered with TownSq in 2017 to launch the platform across its communities, including those in Washington. • Internal Integration: Associa markets TownSq as its "innovative all-in-one platform". While TownSq is owned by HOAM Ventures as of 2022, Associa remains its primary North American partner and integrates it deeply into its management services.
Potential Conflict of Interest Whether this constitutes a legal or ethical "conflict of interest" typically depends on disclosure and contractual obligations: • Financial Incentive: If Blue Mountain or Associa receives financial benefits (referral fees, reduced licensing costs, or equity-related gains) from HOA subscriptions to TownSq, a conflict exists because their recommendation may be motivated by profit rather than the community's best interest. • Discouraging Alternatives: Discouraging "blast mail" (which you noted as more engaging) in favor of a proprietary or partnered app can be seen as self-serving if it limits the board's ability to reach residents effectively. • Washington State Law: Under RCW 30B.24.020, fiduciaries must provide "reasonable disclosure" of conflicts that could have a "material adverse impact" on their judgment.
Recommendations for HOA Boards • Request Full Disclosure: Ask Blue Mountain for a written statement disclosing any financial ties, incentives, or revenue-sharing agreements between Associa and TownSq. • Evaluate Performance: If "blast mail" has proven more engaging for your specific community, the board has the right to demand its continued use regardless of the management company's preference. • Review Management Contract: Check if the contract mandates the use of specific technology. If it does not, the board—not the management company—typically has the final say on communication methods.
Would you like to see a comparison of communication engagement rates between apps like TownSq and traditional email for HOAs?
Industry data shows a shift toward mobile-first communication, though "blast email" (newsletters) remains a high-performing baseline for HOAs. Engagement Metrics Comparison
Key Insights on Engagement • Email vs. App Paradox: While email volume is rising (up 17% recently), click rates are slightly declining. Residents often view high-volume email blasts as "noise" rather than value. • Mobile Advantage: Communities with mobile-friendly systems see 45% higher document access rates. • The "Integrated" Approach: Experts suggest that the most effective HOAs do not choose one over the other but use a combination: emails for detailed news and apps/text for urgent, actionable items. • User Adoption: A major hurdle for apps like TownSq is registration. Unlike email, which most residents already use, apps require residents to actively download and sign up, which can lead to lower initial reach compared to a comprehensive email list.
Critical Consideration If Blue Mountain is "discouraging" blast mail, they may be prioritizing operational efficiency (centralizing data in TownSq reduces manual staff work) over resident reach. If your community has a high email open rate, moving exclusively to an app could temporarily decrease engagement until a critical mass of residents adopts the new platform.
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Email Newsletters (Blast Mail)
Mobile Apps (e.g., TownSq)
Open Rates
35–45% for well-executed HOA emails.
Higher than traditional email for push notifications.
Participation
Lower for interactive tasks like voting.
Up to 60% higher for mobile-friendly voting.
Reach
73% of residents open newsletters on mobile.
Immediate via push alerts; preferred for real-time updates.
Accessibility
Can be buried in high-volume inboxes.
Centralized hub for documents and requests
To address the potential conflict of interest regarding Blue Mountain Community Management and TownSq, a board should focus on transparency and data. In Washington, managing agents must provide detailed financial and operational records to the association upon request.
The following questions are designed to uncover financial incentives and compare the actual effectiveness of TownSq versus blast email.
Incentive & Partnership Disclosures • Direct Financial Benefit: "Does Blue Mountain or its parent company, Associa, receive any referral fees, rebates, or per-unit kickbacks from TownSq for our community's subscription?" • Affiliation Clarity: "Can you provide a written disclosure of the corporate relationship between Associa and TownSq to ensure compliance with our board’s conflict-of-interest policy?" • Cost Savings: "If the board chooses to use a third-party email blast service instead of TownSq, will Blue Mountain reduce its management fee to reflect the lack of TownSq integration costs?" • Resale & Document Fees: "What portion of the fees collected for resale certificates or document disclosures through TownSq is retained by Blue Mountain versus TownSq?"
Communication & Engagement Data • Adoption Metrics: "What is the current percentage of registered households in our community on TownSq compared to our total email distribution list?" • Engagement Proof: "Can you provide a report for the last three months comparing the open rates of TownSq push notifications versus our traditional blast emails?" • Opt-Out Reasons: "If you are 'discouraging' blast mail, can you provide specific data showing that our residents are missing critical information via email but receiving it via the app?" • Redundancy Policy: "Will Blue Mountain agree to continue 'dual-track' communication (both TownSq and email) until the app reaches a 90% household adoption rate?" Operational Efficiency vs. Resident Reach • Staff Efficiency: "Is the push for TownSq primarily to streamline Blue Mountain's internal accounting and task management, or is it based on a documented increase in resident satisfaction?" • Alternative Testing: "Is the management company willing to run a 30-day 'A/B test'—sending the same urgent notice via both TownSq and email—to determine which method yields a faster response from our residents?"
Obsidian Resources (NW Porter Works) competes with several firms in the Vancouver and Portland metropolitan area that provide reserve studies for homeowners' associations (HOAs) and community associations.
Service Comparison: Reserve Study Providers
Feature
Obsidian Resources
Association Reserves
Schwindt & Co.
Reserve Studies NW
Primary Focus
Specialized Reserve Studies & Financial Planning
National leader in Reserve Studies
CPA Firm (Accounting & Reserve Studies)
Dedicated Reserve Study Firm
Service Levels
Custom Assessments, 30-year plans
Levels I, II, and III
Levels I, II, and III
Levels I, II, and III
Regional Expertise
Oregon & Washington
National (with PNW branch)
Oregon & SW Washington
Oregon & Washington
Compliance
RCW 64.90 & CAI Standards
CAI Standards
RCW 64.90 & CAI Standards
RCW 64.90 & CAI Standards
Value-Add
Manufacturer warranty refs
Proprietary software & training
Full CPA-led financial audits
3-year fixed price plans
Estimated Costs in the PNW
While pricing varies based on the size of the community (e.g., number of units, common area amenities), local industry standards typically range as follows:
Small Associations: $800 – $2,500
Medium/Large Associations: $2,000 – $5,000+
Updates (No Site Visit): Often 50% of the cost of a full site-visit study.
A classic "conflict of interest" loop that often plagues managed communities. When a management company (Blue Mountain) uses its own subsidiary (Associa OnCall) as a vendor, the lines between oversight and profit become blurred.
Select a Level: Decide if you need a Level I (Full Study with Site Visit), Level II (Update with Site Visit), or Level III (Update without Site Visit).
Verify WA Compliance: Ensure the provider's quote includes the required disclosures for RCW 64.90 or RCW 64.38.
If Associa OnCall (AOC) is being treated as an untouchable fixture rather than a replaceable vendor, the HOA Board may be failing in its fiduciary duty to seek the best value for the homeowners.
Key Areas of Contractual Friction
The "Arm's Length" Requirement: Most management contracts imply (or explicitly state) that any affiliated vendors must be competitive with market rates. If AOC is refusing to abide by the primary contract terms, they are technically in default of their vendor agreement.
The Power of the Board: Contractually, the Management Company works for the Board. If the Board has not authorized a "preferred vendor" status that bypasses competitive bidding, Blue Mountain cannot legally force AOC upon the association if more cost-efficient alternatives exist.
Scope of Work Violations: If AOC is ignoring specific performance standards outlined in the Windust HOA contract, these instances should be documented as "Notice to Cure" item
Strategy
Action Item
Goal
Competitive Bidding
Demand the Board solicit three independent bids for any project over a certain dollar amount.
Prove that AOC is not the most cost-efficient option.
Audit of Invoices
Request a review of AOC work orders vs. the original contract specifications.
Identify specific instances where contract terms were ignored.
Conflict Disclosure
Check the management contract for a "Conflict of Interest" clause regarding affiliated businesses.
Ensure the Board formally acknowledged and accepted the higher costs of using AOC.
The "Hidden" Hurdle
Often, management companies like Blue Mountain make it "convenient" to use AOC by waiving administrative fees that they might otherwise charge for managing outside vendors. It’s important to calculate if those "savings" are being eaten up by AOC’s higher labor rates or refusal to follow contract specs.
To move forward with this, we need to establish whether the Board of Directors knowingly waived their right to competitive pricing in favor of the convenience offered by Blue Mountain/Associa.
Since Associa OnCall (AOC) is an affiliate, their use typically requires a specific Conflict of Interest Disclosure or a specific addendum in the management agreement. If the Board hasn't formally documented this "self-dealing" arrangement, they may be in breach of their fiduciary duties.
The Master Management Contract: Specifically the sections regarding "Affiliated Services" or "Vendor Selection."
Disclosure Statements: Any written disclosure from Blue Mountain regarding their financial interest in Associa OnCall.
Meeting Minutes:The minutes from the Board meeting where the use of AOC was approved over other independent bidders.
The "Request for Proposal" (RFP) Log:Records of any competing bids solicited before AOC was awarded maintenance tasks.
Dear Board of Directors,
Under RCW 64.38.045 for Washington, I am requesting access to the following records regarding the Association’s relationship with Associa OnCall (AOC):
The signed contract between Windust HOA and Blue Mountain does not mention in-house maintenance or AOC: Are there any any clauses or addendums regarding the use of affiliated businesses or "In-House" maintenance?
Any written conflict of interest disclosures provided by Blue Mountain regarding their ownership/affiliation with AOC.
Documentation of the competitive bidding process for that demonstrates AOC provided the most cost-efficient bid.
I am requesting these to ensure the Association is maintaining its fiduciary duty to the homeowners by prioritizing cost-efficiency and contract compliance. Please let me know when these documents will be available for review.
