The problem: SCA spends hundreds of thousands of dollars on legal fees every year — money that comes directly from your HOA dues. Most of these disputes could be resolved through mediation at a fraction of the cost, in a fraction of the time, with better outcomes for everyone.
Why Mediation Works Better
Current System
- Expensive attorneys ($300-500/hr)
- Takes months or years
- Creates adversarial relationships
- Win/lose outcomes
- Public record (embarrassing for community)
- Attorneys benefit from prolonging disputes
Mediation Model
- Fraction of the cost
- Resolved in days or weeks
- Preserves relationships
- Win/win outcomes possible
- Private and confidential
- Neutral mediator has no financial stake
Nona's Qualifications
Before retiring to Sun City Anthem, Nona spent decades in human resources, municipal management, and non-judicial dispute resolution. She knows how to bring people to the table, find common ground, and reach agreements that everyone can live with.
This isn't theoretical. It's what Nona did professionally for years — and it's exactly what SCA needs instead of spending your dues on attorneys who profit from conflict.
The Vision
Step 1: Establish a formal mediation policy as the first step in any HOA dispute — before any attorney is engaged.
Step 2: Train volunteer mediators from within the community (many SCA residents have professional mediation experience).
Step 3: Create a transparent grievance process with defined timelines and accountability.
Step 4: Reserve legal action for genuine emergencies — not as a tool to silence homeowners who ask questions.