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VICE PRESIDENT The vice president is the president's right-hand man or woman and acts in their place if necessary. They know—or should know—the president's duties like the back of their hand. A good VP ensures meetings run smoothly and order is always maintained. They might also chair larger committees, like the architectural review committee. Primary Duties: • Acts for president when they're out of office • Chairs important committees • Helps run meetings SECRETARY TREASURER The secretary guarantees all board and association documents are well-maintained. However, it's much more than just clerical work. Secretary tasks include making sure homeowners know about meetings, and that minutes are taken and approved. They must confirm documents are accessible to appropriate parties, like lawyers and mortgage companies, and may need to sign off on important paperwork, too. Primary Duties: • Guarantees records are maintained • Confirms proper meeting notice is given • Ensures minutes are taken and approved The treasurer oversees all things financial. They review records for accuracy, help manage essential accounts, and are closely involved with annual budget preparation. Many financial functions are often outsourced to an accountant, and it's the treasurer's job to work with them to complete everything on time and in compliance with the community's bylaws. Primary Duties: • Oversees operating and reserve accounts • Manages annual budget preparation • Serves as liaison between board and accounting partners Are You Cut Out for Your HOA Board of Directors? Have you thought about becoming the newest member of your community's board of directors? Ask yourself these ten questions to determine if you'd be right for the job. 1. Are you a leader? You recognize your strengths and know how to use them. 2. Do you care about your community? You want to make a difference in the place you call home. 3. Can you remain objective? You don't have a personal agenda and aren't easily influenced by outside opinions. 4. Do you love getting to know people? You see every stranger as a potential friend and value connections with neighbors. 5. Are you tenacious? You're always up for a challenge and stand by your decisions—even if they aren't popular. 6. Are you a good mediator? You don't shy away from conflict, are a good listener, and can remain calm when tempers flare. 7. Do you have a student mindset? You believe that the more you know, the better off you'll be. 8. Are you a team player? You can respectfully agree to disagree, despite the fact you may be in the minority. 9. Are you strategic? You're skilled at solving and preventing problems. 10. Is your calendar flexible? You have some wiggle room in your schedule to attend and prepare for meetings. If you answered yes to most (or all!) of these questions, you'd likely be an excellent fit for the board. Don't hesitate to reach out to your community's leaders and ask how to get involved! QUIZ 31