Sunland Division 17 Board Member Responsibilities
(see also “Other Board/Delegated Responsibilities,” a separate document)
Member-At-Large—Specific Duties:
- Duties as assigned by the President or Board overall.
(see specific job duties of the various officers, as well as “Other Board Board/ Delegated Responsibilities” for areas in which a Member-At-Large can help)
Plus General Duties Of All Board Members:
- Attend all board and committee meetings; advise fellow board members if unable to attend, secure briefing afterward; participate in board functions such as special events.
- Be informed about the organization’s mission, CC&Rs, By-laws, and Rules and Regulations, as well as the Washington State HOA Statute (RCW 38), and SLOA’s Bylaws and Rules and Regulations.
- Work collaboratively and constructively with other board members, committees, coordinators, and fellow Division17 owners, and neighbors.
- Represent and work towards the interests of the community as a whole.
- Review agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings. Conduct timely research as needed to ensure an understanding of the impact of issues/actions to be discussed. Bring items for discussion to the chair in advance, for agenda scheduling.
- Actively and respectfully participate in Board discussions, recommendations, and decisions following established parliamentary procedures.
- Serve on committees or task forces and offer to take on special assignments.
- Inform others about the organization.
- Suggest possible nominees to the board who can make significant contributions to the work of the board and the organization; help recruit additional neighbor volunteers for Division17 committees.
- Keep up-to-date on developments in effective HOA management.
- Follow conflict of interest and confidentiality policies.
- Assist the board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities, such as reviewing the organization’s monthly financial statements and draft budget.
- Rotate in attending SLOA Board meetings.
- Provide input/articles to Division 17 newsletter as appropriate to job assignments, and on a timely basis to achieve established publication deadlines.