Are non-board members required to receive notice of board meetings?

The correct answer is based on the standard practices for community associations and the requirement of transparency. Non-board members are not required to receive notice of board meetings in all circumstances; rather, this requirement can depend on whether the meetings are open to the community or not.

In general, if a meeting is designated as an open meeting, which typically means it is intended for the community members to attend, then notice must be provided to non-board members. This promotes transparency and allows members of the community to stay informed about decisions that may affect their living environment. However, for closed meetings, which may include discussions about sensitive topics such as personnel issues or legal matters, notice to non-board members is not required.

This distinction highlights the importance of understanding the specific procedures and regulations established by the association's bylaws and applicable state laws, which may influence whether non-board members need to be notified of meetings beyond open meetings.