Welcome to the Board
Serving on an HOA or condo association board is a meaningful way to shape your community. This guide covers the essentials every new board member should understand.
Your Core Responsibilities
- Act in the best interest of the association as a whole
- Understand and enforce the governing documents
- Approve budgets and oversee reserves
- Hire and supervise vendors and management
How Effective Boards Run Meetings
- Publish an agenda in advance
- Follow Robert's Rules or your bylaws' prescribed order
- Keep minutes focused on decisions, not debate
- Adjourn on time
A well-run meeting respects every owner's time and builds trust in the board.
Next Steps
Review your CC&Rs and bylaws, introduce yourself to your management partner, and ask questions early.