It’s unfortunate to hear that some homeowner associations are failing to provide their members with a voice at board meetings. As a local realtor, I have seen firsthand the negative impact that this can have on communities. According to San Diego Union-Tribune, the Open Meeting Act (Civil Code Sections 4900-4955) states that any member may speak at any membership meeting or open board meeting. This means that if you have an issue that you would like to raise with your HOA board, you should be able to do so during the open forum portion of the meeting.
The board is required to set a reasonable time limit for open forum and should establish a time limit per member, as well as an overall time limit for the open forum portion of the meeting. While sign-in sheets can help alert the board if many people wish to speak, it should not be an absolute requirement.
If you feel like your HOA board is not allowing you to speak during open forum or is otherwise violating the Open Meeting Act, you may want to consider consulting with an attorney.
As a realtor, I understand the importance of being able to communicate with your HOA board. If you are having problems with your HOA, I encourage you to reach out to me for help. I can provide you with resources and advice on how to resolve your issues.
To learn more about my services, please visit my website at https://robertluiswallace.com/services/.
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