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Join date: Jun 7, 2023
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Key Powell is a second-generation security professional with over three decades of hands-on experience in locksmithing, access control, vehicle gates, and surveillance systems. As the owner of Key Security Services, he has worked closely with community association managers, boards, and property owners throughout Southwest Florida. Key is also a certified CEU instructor and regularly teaches security-focused courses designed to help associations make informed, responsible decisions.
This content reflects real-world experience working with Florida statutes, HOA/COA governing documents, Community Association Managers, property managers, and best practices for community security.
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Jan 21, 2026 ∙ 2 min
What to consider when creating an Request for Proposal (RFP)?
While security technology is advancing quickly, communities should be cautious about being on the bleeding edge of new products. That sleek, next-generation telephone entry system might look impressive on paper, but in Southwest Florida it may struggle with heat, humidity, lightning, or power fluctuations. Being the very first property in the area to install a new platform often means discovering the problems before the manufacturer does.
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Jan 7, 2026 ∙ 1 min
Who should be allowed to view my community’s camera system?
Associations must be cautious in who they allow to view live or recorded video.
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Jan 7, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Why does my community's vehicle gates keep failing?
Vehicle gates are one of the most visible—and frustrating—amenities in a community. While only some residents use the pool or fitness center, every homeowner relies on the gate every day. When it fails, everyone notices.
So why do vehicle gates seem to break so often—and why can they be so difficult to keep running smoothly?
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