When a board member is present at a meeting and abstains from a board vote it is usually a “Yes” vote. Board members often deal with complicated decisions that directly impact other owners in the association. Board members are often tasked with making hard decisions regarding such issues as...
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Election Results in a Tie – Now What?
One of the most important parts of the agenda at an association’s annual meeting is the election of board members. Most association’s Bylaws provide an agenda for the annual meeting, which includes the election or appointment of inspectors followed by the election. When there are more candidates than available...
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Tips and Tricks for Running A Successful Annual Meeting
Many associations hold their annual meetings in the second quarter of the year. As you prepare for your association’s annual meeting, it is important to remember some helpful hints on running an effective and efficient meeting: Remember to start on time. Be sure that sign-in is scheduled prior to...
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Open Board Meetings are not required by Ohio Law, but may be required under the Organizational Documents
Homeowners elect board members at the annual meeting, who are then responsible for making comprehensive business decisions for the association, such as setting the annual operating budget, entering into contracts, promulgating rules, and enforcing restrictive covenants. Because the board has extensive decision making power over the association, owners want...
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Budget Approval Motion NOT Needed at Owners’ Meeting
As community associations hold their annual meetings, boards should be reminded that for most associations, owners do NOT need to approve the treasurer’s report or annual budget. The majority of association Bylaws provide an outline for the annual meeting agenda, which includes approval of last year’s annual meeting minutes...