Board

A board of directors is a requirement for a homeowners association to function properly. These elected volunteer officials are responsible for all operations of the association and ensuring the community governing documents are followed and enforced. Without a capable board, a community’s quality can quickly decline.The bylaws of an association give all the information regarding a board of directors. Election procedures, the number of members, officer positions, and terms will all vary from association to association.

 

The board is elected from and by the homeowners of the community at the annual meeting. The bylaws will list how the election should be conducted: if it is held by ballot or proxy or both, if a nominations committee is required, and how many homeowners must vote to reach quorum.

 

The number of board members that Castleberry looks to maintain is seven and even then some bylaws may state a board should consist of no fewer than three members and no more than seven. Terms most often range from one to two years with a staggered election cycle, preventing the entire board from changing at the same time and allowing some consistency in decisions and knowledge.

 

Once a board is elected by their peers, the board members will convene to elect the officers, usually during the first board meeting following the annual meeting. Associations are required to have a president, secretary, and treasurer.  Each officer will have their own responsibilities in managing the association.