Effective May 1st, 2013 Cambridge will be reimbursing mileage for work related travel at 56.5 cents per mile, which is the IRS Standard Mileage Rate for 2013 and an increase from the old rate of 51 cents per mile. This change is reflected on the Mileage Record found on eforms #C021 so be sure to […]
Mileage Reimbursement Rate Update Read Post »
It’s getting to be that time of year when our residents get the Grillin’ Fever. Although most residents are aware of our policies there may be a few that are unsure what types of barbecues and grills are allowed or not, and what type of propane they should have attached to those grills. We have
BBQ and Grill Policy Flyer Read Post »
Please take a moment to review your answering machine message that any incoming callers may hear. The following components must be included in the message: name of the apartment community both after hours maintenance and management pager numbers office hours Make sure to record this message slowly and clearly so callers get all the information they
Answering Machine Script Read Post »
The Community Spring Clean-Up is happening throughout our communities! We hope you are all getting some good participation from your residents and those dumpsters are filling up. Great job to the management at Truckee Pines getting their residents to buy into this program! This dumpster was only in the parking lot for one day and
Spring Clean-Up Has Begun! Read Post »
We are excited about the Spring Cleaning that will be hosted at all communities between April 11th-15th. In the past we have hosted this community clean-up over Memorial Day weekend, but would like to get a head start on Spring Cleaning this year. All sites should have received a packet in their mail last week
Spring Community Clean-Up! Read Post »
Save the Date: Friday, May 3rd Spectrum Seminars will be hosting Fair Housing Training in the Boise area All Boise area employees will be invited to attend and employees from other states may be invited to travel… budget permitting Be on the lookout for more information coming soon!
Fair Housing Training in the Boise Area Read Post »
For those properties who encounter ice during the winter months, please be advised of the following policy: Cambridge prohibits the use of chemical ice melt products due to the fact that these products have proven to cause significant damage to concrete walkways. The damage caused to walkways can not only result in costly repairs to
Do you have a first aid kit on your property? If not, please make sure to obtain one so you are prepared in the case of an emergency.
Safety Reminder: First Aid Kit Read Post »
During the onset of very cold weather conditions, we remind managers of the following: Post without delay on all apartments a Freeze Warning Notice (print from eforms #C085). Staff should monitor the inside temperature of all vacant apartments until outside temperatures are forecast to stay above 40 degrees. Staff should monitor inside water service of
This holiday season is a joyous time for people of many different cultures. Many families and friends will reconnect and share celebrations together. Because resident’s religions are often diverse, it’s hard to know about every holiday that may be celebrated. One way to avoid fair housing trouble during the holiday season is to celebrate the
Keeping Holiday Celebrations Religion-Neutral Read Post »
In the event of power outages or black outs employees can be prepared by doing the following: Have a phone which doesn’t require electricity to operate. Post the emergency number for your electric utility so it’s handy in case you need to call. Notify the Site Employee Resource Center if your power is out so
Power Outages & Black Outs Read Post »
As we approach the holiday season, we would like to remind employees of the following: When planning time-off remember to communicate with other staff members to assure the property will have sufficient coverage. Planned leave of 3 days or longer must be approved by way of “Paid Leave Request” form. This can be found on
The definition of an asset is any item of economic value owned by an individual which could be converted to cash. Common examples are cash on hand; bank accounts including checking, savings; CDs and money market accounts; and real estate. As you may know, many companies – including Cambridge — are now offering Health Savings
HSA Accounts: Should We Count as an Asset? Read Post »
Please take a moment to read the below article and see how you can help solve some of the BCL Issues the accounting team will often run into when they are processing the BCLs. Each time they find a problem, they have to stop, go back into the BCL and adjust or re-enter information. Your
Common BCL Issues: Problem Solved! Read Post »
Managers are encouraged to review their recent Monthly Manager’s report paying special attention to the number of preventive maintenance inspections completed so far this year. It is Cambridge’s policy that we conduct these inspections no less than twice annually. By now every property should have completed their first round of PM inspections and should be
Preventative Maintenance Inspections Read Post »
