As of the moment of this writing, we are in the thick of vote counting in our national election, with allegations of fraud, cheating, and mishandling ballots running rampant. On the flip side are allegations of voter intimidation and ballot counting intimidation. While these stories surely affect all of us in different ways, even though
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Political Signs in Colorado HOAs and the Upcoming Election . . .
By Molly Foley-Healy on
Posted in Uncategorized
As of today, the General Election is 43 days away. While like most Americans I have very strong opinions and beliefs regarding the cultural and electoral issues facing our country, I also live in an HOA and am taking the signage rules and my neighbors into account when putting up signs that mirror my beliefs…
A Childhood Dream Revived: Electronic Meeting Logistics
By Lindsay S. Smith on
Posted in COVID-19, Governance
My most recent brush with the electoral process as a candidate occurred in 1989. I was primed and ready to be the Sergeant at Arms of my elementary school student council, and willing to campaign, press palms, kiss babies, and bribe the administration to make that dream a reality. Sure, I didn’t know what a…
Don’t Blame Me! I Didn’t Vote!
By Lindsay S. Smith on
Posted in Governance
Many clients are facing difficult decisions related to COVID-19. Should we open the pool? Should we waive late fees? Should we tell that owner she needs to repaint her house? Service as a director on a community association Board is never easy, but the pandemic has created stark and binary decisions that are not easy…
Call Your Legislators! Senate Bill 20-211
By Lindsay S. Smith on
Posted in COVID-19, From Capitol Hill/Legislation
In response to the economic destruction wrought by COVID-19, Senators Faith Winter and Julie Gonzales, and Representative Leslie Herod introduced Senate Bill 211 on June 1, 2020. SB 20-211 quickly made its way through the chamber and was referred to the Committee of the Whole today. It has not yet made its way to the…
Board Member Protections When Insurance Coverage Does Not Exist
By Marci Achenbach on
Posted in Governance
Some insurance companies have indicated that claims related to COVID-19 will be denied (depending on the nature of the claim and the specifics of the individual policy). In light of this risk, what protections exist for the individual board members in the event of a claim where insurance coverage does not apply? The good news…
Association Meetings During a Pandemic
By Marci Achenbach & Lindsay S. Smith on
Posted in COVID-19, Governance
Federal, state, and local responses to COVID-19 are changing quickly. Our COVID-19 related communications are based on the facts and guidance available today. Always look for the most up-to-date information when making decisions for your communities.
Social distancing restrictions and recommendations are likely to continue for some time. In light of this new reality, what…
Colorado Senate Passes Bill Permitting Day Care Businesses in HOAs
By Molly Foley-Healy on
Posted in From Capitol Hill/Legislation
This morning, the Colorado Senate on a 32 to 1 vote, passed Senate Bill 20-126 (“SB 126”) on third reading. Senators Tammy Story (D-Boulder, Denver, Gilpin and Jefferson Counties) and Jim Smallwood (R-Douglas County) are the primary sponsors of the bill and introduced this bipartisan piece of legislation to require HOAs in Colorado to permit…
BOARD ACTION WITHOUT A MEETING – WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL?
By Mark K. Payne on
Posted in CCIOA 101 for HOA Boards, Governance
We all know that the primary function of a community association’s Board of Directors is to do the business of the association, right? In fact, significant parts of most declarations and bylaws are devoted to setting out the powers and authority of the Board. If a community was formed on or after July 1, 1992,…