Can a Recalled Director Run Again?

Dec 5, 2019 | Associations, Board of Directors, Q&A, Rules Regulations

Q: I am an owner, living in a community with a homeowners’ association. I would like to know if a member of the board of directors who has been “recalled” (removed by a member vote) can run again for the board.  Our membership, following all the proper procedures...

Notice of Board Meetings Must Be Properly Posted

Nov 21, 2019 | Associations, Board of Directors, Q&A, Rules Regulations

Q: I purchased my condominium unit last year. Am I entitled to have a copy of the agenda for regular board meetings prior to the actual meeting or at least be provided a copy upon attendance at meeting? (H.B., via e-mail) A: Under Chapter 718 of the Florida Statutes,...

How to Address Speeding Issues in Your Association

Nov 3, 2019 | Associations, Renters, Residents, Rules Regulations

Speeding is a big problem for many community associations — a problem that is not always easily addressed or corrected. How can your board slow the speed of traffic in your community? If your association does not currently have traffic rules, you may be able to rely...

Manager Not Legally Required

Oct 28, 2019 | Associations, Board of Directors, Property Managers, Q&A

Q: The board of my association is considering terminating our management company’s contract and managing the association themselves. Is this permissible or is an association required to have a professional manager? (R.B., via e-mail) A: Neither Chapter 718, Florida...

“Who Said What?” When Members Use Social Media and Other Platforms to Inappropriately Communicate about Association Business – Part II

Oct 16, 2019 | Associations, Board of Directors, Communication, Meetings, Property Managers, Residents

This article is the second part of an earlier article which addressed how board officers should handle their personal and official communications directed to members about association business. Part II of this article addresses how the association should handle...

“Who Said What?” Board Officers Should be Careful how They Handle Their Official vs. Personal Communications to Members – Part I

Sep 18, 2019 | Associations, Board of Directors, Meetings, Property Managers

There is no doubt that technology has significantly improved the way communities and neighbors interact and communicate with one another.  The sheer number of social media applications and web-based platforms available to individuals and community associations make it...