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I hear it almost every day. Board members are “Karens” or “they have too
much time on their hands” or they are “dictators”, etc. But what does it really mean to be a director?
Directors are required to be
elected in Texas. Elections generally occur
every year. Terms of office range
typically from one year to three years and should be staggered. Each association is different, but most
associations have between three and seven directors. Every single director is a volunteer, so they
are not compensated for their service.
Once directors are elected, generally they vote amongst themselves on
officer positions. There is most likely a
President, Secretary, and a Treasurer.
Each officer has their own duties and responsibilities. Though, each director/officer is essential to
conduct association business.
Directors help manage the
association. They may hire attorneys or
management companies/staff to help them.
The vendors give the directors advice on certain actions. The board of directors hear member concerns
and act accordingly on matters they deem to be important. It is a thankless job. The directors work for the community to keep
the association looking nice. It is the
responsibility of the directors to follow and enforce the deed
restrictions.
The volunteer position is hard
work. The vendors and people working for
the association cannot take action without the directors’ instruction. Some members looking from the outside in may
get angry with the decisions being made.
But, the directors don’t take action lightly. Most likely, the decision was discussed at
many meetings and looked at from every direction. The board will look at what is best for the
association as a whole. It is a
difficult position to be in. But, the
director positions are essential to the community and the community benefits by
their fellow neighbors serving.
Let us all take a moment and thank those that serve on the
HOA Board.