Attorneys representing homeowner associations are often asked about the requirements and procedures for taking meeting minutes and preparing agendas. This is especially true for self-managed associations with volunteer boards who may have less experience organizing and conducting meetings. This article discusses some of the legal requirements as well as best practices as they pertain toGo to Resource
Meetings / Action Without Meetings Resources
Running an association meeting can be stressful, especially if you know a hotly contested issue or election will be on the agenda. Regardless of what type of meeting you anticipate, here are some tips for running a successful meeting: DO know what kind of meeting you are having. While this may sound basic, it isGo to Resource
In this day and age, it seems boards are receiving more and more requests from owners for special. Whether these requests are for the purpose of removing directors, voting in new directors, or just to discuss a particular issue, owners are not shy about making such demands. Many associations, when in receipt of such demand,Go to Resource
The Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (“CCIOA”) is the statute common interest communities in the state of Colorado. One of the topics addressed by CCIOA is meetings, which are required to be open to attendance by its members or their designated agents. This requirement has led to questions concerning the obligation of an association toGo to Resource
Effective Use of Committees
Service as a board member in a community association can be time-consuming and exhausting. Many board members shoulder burdens for informational review and factual investigation which prevent them from overall policy development, governance, and fiscal and operational management. When properly structured and utilized, committees are a valuable tool for boards of directors. Committees allow boardsGo to Resource