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Board Authority Clarification
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As a board member, ensure all decisions comply with bylaws by clearly communicating with management. Request a formal meeting to address issues collectively. Sending bylaws does not violate management contracts, as it is informational, not directive. Consider a collaborative approach to resolve misunderstandings and maintain governance integrity.Full Conversation
I am a board member of a property owners association. It has come to my attention that management and our president have excluded the board making a decision that requires all board members to act on. Our bylaws require all board members to act as one no one member has the atharty to make decisions. Management contract states that direction will come from board president or by board resolution. I have sent a email to management stating our bylaws. I feel that sending the bylaws of our association is giving direction but infoming management of our laws. What say you?
It sounds like you have taken a reasonable step by informing management of the bylaws. Here are a few points to consider:
- Ensure the email clearly references the specific bylaw provisions.
- Request a formal board meeting to address the issue.
- Document all communications and decisions for future reference.
Would you like more detailed guidance on handling this internally or legally?
- Ensure the email clearly references the specific bylaw provisions.
- Request a formal board meeting to address the issue.
- Document all communications and decisions for future reference.
Would you like more detailed guidance on handling this internally or legally?
How to handle internally and in friendly way that management will understand the board has the ultimate atharty
It sounds like you're on the right track. Here are a few steps to handle this internally and in a friendly manner:
- Clearly reference the specific bylaw provisions in your communications.
- Request a formal board meeting to discuss the issue collectively.
- Suggest a collaborative approach to resolve the misunderstanding.
- Maintain a supportive tone, emphasizing the goal of following rules for everyone's benefit.
Would you like to know how to draft a formal request for a board meeting?
- Clearly reference the specific bylaw provisions in your communications.
- Request a formal board meeting to discuss the issue collectively.
- Suggest a collaborative approach to resolve the misunderstanding.
- Maintain a supportive tone, emphasizing the goal of following rules for everyone's benefit.
Would you like to know how to draft a formal request for a board meeting?
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To draft a formal request for a board meeting, consider the following structure:
- Subject: Request for Board Meeting
- Opening: Address the board members and management politely.
- Body: Clearly state the issue, reference specific bylaws, and explain the need for a meeting to discuss the matter.
- Closing: Suggest a few dates and times for the meeting and express your willingness to collaborate.
Would you like a sample template for this request?
To draft a formal request for a board meeting, consider the following structure:
- Subject: Request for Board Meeting
- Opening: Address the board members and management politely.
- Body: Clearly state the issue, reference specific bylaws, and explain the need for a meeting to discuss the matter.
- Closing: Suggest a few dates and times for the meeting and express your willingness to collaborate.
Would you like a sample template for this request?
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To draft your formal request for a board meeting, you can use the following template:
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Subject: Request for Board Meeting
Dear Board Members and Management,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request a formal board meeting to discuss an important matter concerning our association's bylaws.
Recently, it has come to my attention that decisions requiring the collective action of the board have been made without the participation of all board members. As per our bylaws, all board members must act as one, and no single member has the authority to make decisions independently.
To ensure we are all on the same page and to maintain the integrity of our association's governance, I believe it is crucial that we convene a meeting to address this issue. I propose the following dates and times for the meeting:
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
I look forward to collaborating with everyone to resolve this matter amicably and in accordance with our bylaws.
Thank you for your attention to this important issue.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
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Would you like any additional information on this matter?
To draft your formal request for a board meeting, you can use the following template:
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Subject: Request for Board Meeting
Dear Board Members and Management,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request a formal board meeting to discuss an important matter concerning our association's bylaws.
Recently, it has come to my attention that decisions requiring the collective action of the board have been made without the participation of all board members. As per our bylaws, all board members must act as one, and no single member has the authority to make decisions independently.
To ensure we are all on the same page and to maintain the integrity of our association's governance, I believe it is crucial that we convene a meeting to address this issue. I propose the following dates and times for the meeting:
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
I look forward to collaborating with everyone to resolve this matter amicably and in accordance with our bylaws.
Thank you for your attention to this important issue.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
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Would you like any additional information on this matter?
Can you add a note that sending a copy of the bylaw that is not being comply with does not violate management contract do to the fact sending information about the bylaws is not giving management a direction.
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Sure, here is the updated template including the note you requested:
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Subject: Request for Board Meeting
Dear Board Members and Management,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request a formal board meeting to discuss an important matter concerning our association's bylaws.
Recently, it has come to my attention that decisions requiring the collective action of the board have been made without the participation of all board members. As per our bylaws, all board members must act as one, and no single member has the authority to make decisions independently.
To ensure we are all on the same page and to maintain the integrity of our association's governance, I believe it is crucial that we convene a meeting to address this issue. I propose the following dates and times for the meeting:
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
Additionally, please note that sending a copy of the bylaw that is not being complied with does not violate the management contract. Providing information about the bylaws is not the same as giving management a direction.
I look forward to collaborating with everyone to resolve this matter amicably and in accordance with our bylaws.
Thank you for your attention to this important issue.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
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Would you like any additional information on this matter?
Sure, here is the updated template including the note you requested:
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Subject: Request for Board Meeting
Dear Board Members and Management,
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request a formal board meeting to discuss an important matter concerning our association's bylaws.
Recently, it has come to my attention that decisions requiring the collective action of the board have been made without the participation of all board members. As per our bylaws, all board members must act as one, and no single member has the authority to make decisions independently.
To ensure we are all on the same page and to maintain the integrity of our association's governance, I believe it is crucial that we convene a meeting to address this issue. I propose the following dates and times for the meeting:
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
- Date *, Time *
Additionally, please note that sending a copy of the bylaw that is not being complied with does not violate the management contract. Providing information about the bylaws is not the same as giving management a direction.
I look forward to collaborating with everyone to resolve this matter amicably and in accordance with our bylaws.
Thank you for your attention to this important issue.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
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