Do you have an idea that you feel can benefit the Association?
Are you wanting to get something done but don't know how to get the Board's approval?
First off, please understand that some of the best ideas may not be shared by all. The decisions made by the Board must have the best interests of the entire association in mind and certainly can't favor the requests of an individual.
As owners, we all participate in the expense of maintaining and improving our common areas and implementing ideas. Every dollar spent is a dollar that belongs to the entire association. Every dollar saved, is a savings to the entire association.
We have 65 units in our condo association, please consider the wants and needs of the entire Association when making your requests.
Develop an idea, suggestion or a need that you feel could benefit and improve the association.
Discuss the idea with fellow owners to "get a feel" if your idea is as interesting to others as it is to you.
Develop a plan. (This is typically where the train falls off the tracks. ) A plan needs to be thoroughly considered. Every detail should be written out to avoid misunderstandings and confusion. Every element of your request should be detailed in your written notes and these details should answer every imaginable question the reader may have regarding your idea. The "who, what, where, why and how much" should be thought out and written out and shown in pictures, PRIOR to any attempt at a Board approval.
Re-read #3... An almost certain path to failure is skipping #3. Unfortunately this happens all too often. Requests are made to the Board with not enough information, investigation or direction. The Board is then faced with having to reject or place the request on the back burner because questions and concerns developed at the Board meeting and the answers have not accompanied the request. Simply put, make it easy for the Board to say YES!
Remember, this is your idea and your association. It is not the Boards position to research and guess their way through your request. If you spend little time on the preparation of your request, expect the same with the Boards consideration.
Now, let's get that idea moving...Send your prepared request to a Board Member or the property manager for Board review. There is no need to wait for a scheduled meeting as the Board communicates throughout the year.
I can assure you, if you take the time to complete the above...and it's in the best interest of the entire association...you will be surprised how quickly you will have your idea implemented for the entire association to benefit.
Looking forward to your Ideas!