Q: What do I do when my HOA acts in an inappropriate manner?
1. HOA pools are defined as public in the department of public health document regarding pools. Public pools are smoke-free. But my HOA refuses to uphold a non-smoking rule.
2. The board member in charge on the grounds has a maintenance company and performed a job for the HOA. Conflict of interest? Legal?
3. The board did not hold an annual meeting in 2020, not even on Zoom.
4. The board is supposed to ask for written secret ballots - they announced they'll take candidates and votes from the floor of the annual meeting.
5. Board members drink alcohol at the pool, despite the sign saying no one should be under the influence.
I have more, but basically, this board is doing whatever they want as if they own all the properties here.
What can be done?
A: If the HOA is not policing itself, then you can either vote the Board off and correct it, or you can consult with a HOA attorney in your area, obtain your options and then decide how to proceed from there. If there are other members of the HOA who are like mind with you, then y'all may be able to pool your money together and have 1 attorney represent you. Good luck.
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