Ever feel like the odds of pulling off a well-attended hoa meeting is as likely as spotting a unicorn in a field of four-leaf clovers? There are lots of reasons people may not be able, or even want, to attend board meetings. Here are eight ways to make them change their minds – and adjust […]
“I never got a trophy just for showing up!” proclaims a character in 2014’s “Lego Movie.” Many people roll their eyes at the idea of children receiving awards for mere attendance, but an HOA board dealing with a fellow member who doesn’t show up for meetings might gladly consider handing out attendance trophies if it […]
Open Meeting Law is important for HOA’s Arizona’s Open Meeting Law is important for the health of your Homeowners Association. Associations must follow basic rules to ensure meetings are in fact “open” to all members. Why do we have this law? To protect the public from “secret” decision making and protect public officials from being […]
Sometimes HOA meetings can feel more like a verbal boxing match than a meeting of like minds….. But peaceful relationships and meetings – even with difficult people – are possible. With the right tools, you can navigate the waters of those oftentimes tricky situations and relationships. What are the most effective tools for peaceful HOA […]
We already know what you are thinking. The “act of apologizing” is a redundant topic and you have read numerous posts on wellness sites from some of the most renowned gurus out there… ….But now let’s apply this to real life: You are a board member of an HOA – one of the most […]
Arizona Open Meeting Law on “Executive Sessions” By now you should be caught up to speed on the Arizona Open Meeting Law and why it is beneficial for HOA’s. We have one last issue to cover, which are “Executive Sessions.” Can my HOA close a portion of the meeting to members? The answer is “Yes.” […]
Arizona Open Meeting Law on “Emergency Meetings” If you read our last post outlining what the Arizona Open Meeting Law is and how it affects HOA’s, you should be up to speed on the guidelines. But what about “emergency meetings?” Can these be closed to HOA members? As long as your board follows these guidelines, […]
