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We live in a co-op building. My husband is the shareholder.
He was unable to attend a meeting and asked to have me be his proxy for voting.
The co-op president says proxy voting is not allowed in our building.
It was our understanding that BSC § 609 requires proxy voting to... View More 
answered on Dec 30, 2024
I'm so sorry your co-op's is giving you a hard time. Yes, you are correct in that the BCL governs corporations in New York, which most notably includes co-ops. Section 609 indeed allows for proxy voting.
I suggest your husband send a formal letter to your co-op' President... View More
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