What are Homeowners Association dues used for?

Homeowners association dues are used to pay for the upkeep of your community's common elements and amenities.  Each community has different amenities, but here are some common bills that are paid using your association dues:  landscaping maintenance (mowing, blowing, raking, trimming), tree maintenance and removal, plant and grass irrigation, pools, new gravel, security gate repair and maintenance, security guards, pest control, street maintenance (sweeping, fixing cracks, seal coating, slurry, replacement), roof repair and replacement (condo/townhomes), playground equipment maintenance, trash pick up (condos/townhomes), residential water (condo/townhomes), painting, dog waste stations, community communication, and so much more.