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Meetings & Decision-Making

Running board and annual meetings, agendas, minutes, elections and parliamentary procedure.

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Cover Image Update-on-Proxies- Update-on-Proxies-

As previously reported, the Detroit office of HUD has issued a statement that the provision in many coop' bylaws restricts who may carry a proxy in the case of married...

Article  Coop Elections
Cover Image What are Some Common Goals Set During these Meetings What are Some Common Goals Set During these Meetings

The intensity of today's competitive business market means that it is increasingly important for businesses to host successful, productive, and effective meetings with their partners, employees, clients, and customers.

Article  Board Meeting Board
Cover Image What the right way to Approve board Minutes What is the right way to approve board minutes

Is it OK to indicate that board meeting minutes are approved based on, “Hearing no changes, let the record reflect that the prior minutes stand as approved?” Or should a...

Article  Coop Minutes
Cover Image What Makes a Great Meeting What Makes a Great Meeting

What makes a great meeting? The best of them leaves us focused and energized because the meeting's purpose was clear; attendees felt engaged.

Article  Board Meeting Board
Cover Image When Guests Attend Board Meeting When Guests Attend Board Meeting

Board meetings are called for the purpose of governance in accordance with the bylaws, policies, and state law.

Article  Board Meeting Board
Cover Image Your Timeline for Planning a Successful Annual Meeting- Your Timeline for Planning a Successful Annual Meeting-

Whether you are about to plan a meeting or have just hosted one, the following guide explains what your board should do.

Article  Coop Meeting Annual