Transparency is vital when it comes to community associations. Adam Beaudoin, a community associations attorney, recently shared his insights with HOAresources, a publication powered by the Community Associations Institute.
Laura Otto's article, "Transparency Matters in Community Associations," delves into the legal and practical aspects of transparency, emphasizing compliance with recordkeeping laws and open board meetings. Adam stresses that consistent adherence to communication policies with residents fosters trust and improves communication. Excerpt from the article:
“If the board stick(s) to the policies it adopts with respect to communication with the membership, (it) will go a long way to improving communication and building trust with residents,” says Beaudoin. “Communication must be a two-way street. The board should adopt communication policies with the membership it intends to follow.”
Read the full article here for more insights on the importance of transparency in community associations.
