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AmandaN
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| 04/20/2006 6:12 AM |
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| I am fairly new to the BOD, but since I have been involved, I have noticed that an ex-board member is very close with the self nominated president. This same ex-board member seems to have the loudest voice of all at the meetings and being the rookie on the board, I feel that I may be stepping on toes if I bring this conflict of interest to the table. This ex-board member has been doing more than participating as a resident for quite some time now. What is the best way to deal with a situation like this, without putting my position at risk? |
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AudreyB
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| 04/20/2006 8:19 AM |
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Hi Amanda,
The next time this homeowner speaks BEFORE your Agenda says, "Open for Discussion"
I would suggest to say something like, "Excuse me, I thought the homeowner's who come to our meetings are allowed to speak only where our Agenda says, "Open for Discussion, about our issuses AFTER we have discussed them, not BEFORE. Does anyone disagree?" The only one who should disagree, is that homeowner.
If the President wants to continue to allow this homeowner to speak during your discussions, stand firm, and repeat again what you just said, and do not be afraid to add, "This homeowner will follow our Agenda, and speak only when the Agenda says he can. Our President needs to follow our Agenda and apply Robert's Rules as well."
This homeowner needs to be put in his place. Maybe he will leave the meeting and not return.
I wish you luck,
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LisaS
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| 04/23/2006 8:58 AM |
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I have to disagree.
If this ex-Board member feels strongly enough to exert influence on the current President and to attend all meetings and speak on given topics, they will not be 'silenced'.
Invite them to be heard, encourage them to be heard, thank them for their contributions (which come from PAST experience on the Board)...at the appropriate time.
You did not say whether the person in question quit or was forced out. But perhaps they have something positive to offer as a resident and past Board member?
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JanetS
(Arizona)
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| 04/28/2006 8:57 AM |
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I agree with Lisa...
Many ex-board members are very helpful on helping out a new board member. Take the ex-board member's advice, especially if they have been a homeowner for many years. If you are a corporation, the homeowners are stockholders and have the right to speak by raising their hand. Show respect on both sides.
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DavidM2
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| 04/28/2006 11:00 AM |
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| You may also want to suggest that this past director's views be put in writing so that "there wiil be no confusion as to her needs" and so that the emotional factor can be reduced. Then the board can discuss the item as part of the regular agenda. Also, remember that the Members put you in office, not just a single loud homeowner. Good luck! David |
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