Sometimes we glamorize rogues, from James Dean’s iconic 1950s turn in “Rebel Without a Cause” to Judas Priest’s 1980s metal anthem, “Breaking the Law.” But throwing caution to the wind – and rules out the window – is something better left to the entertainment industry.
Why? Elections are important – they’re an annual event that helps decide who gets the responsibility for managing an HOA’s major financial matters and property maintenance issues. As a board, not following the rules could lead to serious problems, from minor misunderstandings with a homeowner to major infractions like inappropriately levied fines and misplaced decision-making power. The potential for those problems because even bigger, and the stakes higher, during an election process. One of the best ways to keep your election process on the straight and narrow – and you from running for cover – is to review your board’s rules and bylaws, and your state’s laws, well in advance of the election. Pay special attention to areas including:
So before you book that ticket abroad, spend a little time individually (and as a board) reviewing the rules. It just might make for a productive election that you’re proud to be part of.
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