If Censure is the Answer
As a first step when considering cen- sure, seek guidance from your legal counsel. Te desired end result is to bring your board member back to professional conduct. Your attorney can provide approaches that may as- sist in getting things back on track.
Censuring is a serious matter and can cause serious repercussions. It should only be undertaken if all other rem- edies have failed.
Usually, censuring can be enough to communicate to the offending board member that their actions are unac- ceptable by the Board, and the con- flict can resolve itself. But sometimes that is simply not the case. It is best to maintain a comprehensive and agreed-upon Code of Conduct that
your Board members follow. Defer- ring to the previously agreed upon rules is easily the best way to handle a contentious matter among board disagreements within a Board, if members are able to treat each other with respect, then ideally, censuring can be a rare instance.
Alternatives to Censure
Te most effective way to avoid cen- sure is to reduce the possibility in the first place. Boards should adopt a Code of Conduct for board mem- bers. Board orientations that remind boards of their duties and limits of authority should be conducted annu- ally. A board can convene an execu- tive session just to discuss board dif- ferences and how healthy and respect- ful discussions can be conducted.
DAVE REESE is the President of Silvercreek Association Manage- ment. Dave is Dedi- cated and energetic Association Manage-
ment Professional who possess in-depth experience in property value preservation, budget creation and implementation, and facilities management.
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If a Board has tried other approach- es to resolve their issues, it may be necessary to censure a rogue Board member, but it should never be a step taken lightly or without careful legal advice.
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