Purpose: Set a higher bar (transparency, Q&A, conflicts).
Ask every candidate to sign. Post the signed pledge before the vote.
By signing, I commit to measurable standards owners can verify.
1) Transparency & Reporting
- 7-day summary: Within 7 days after every board meeting, publish a one-page update: budget vs actual, key decisions (with rationale), project status, upcoming votes.
- Decision log: Maintain a log for each decision (issue → options → legal basis → vote tally → rationale). Share with owners on request.
- Legal spend sunlight: Monthly summary of what matter and how much (YTD and month).
2) Money & Procurement
- Three-quote rule: For any commitment > $25,000, run a competitive process (or write a public exception with reason).
- Award rationale: Publish why the winner was chosen (price, quality, timelines, references).
- Change-order control: No change order without written scope, cost, reason. Keep and publish a change-order log monthly.
3) Projects & Reserve
- Roadmap: Publish a 12–24 month project plan (scope, milestones, target cost).
- Funding clarity: Label every project with its funding source (operating / reserve / special assessment / loan) and fee impact.
- Clean closeout: Holdbacks, warranties, manuals, completion sign-off—documented.
4) Meetings, Votes & Q&A
- Recorded votes: Support recorded votes on elections, by-laws, and any owner-requested item.
- Real Q&A: Minimum 15 minutes of owner questions per owners’ meeting; concise written answers posted with the 7-day summary.
- Plain-language notices: Before major decisions, provide a short explainer: what, why, cost, timeline.
5) Ethics, Conflicts & Respect
- Conflict protocol: Disclose in writing before discussion; recuse from the vote.
- No retaliation: Never punish owners for lawful questions or participation.
- Dignity first: Replies are civil, brief, and timely – even in disagreement.
6) Accessibility & Accommodation
- Humane timelines: Acknowledge accommodation requests within 5 business days; propose a plan within 15 unless medically urgent.
- Privacy respected: Handle medical and personal info with care and confidentiality.
7) Availability & Basics
- Show up prepared: Attend ≥90% of board meetings; read materials in advance.
- Owner response: Reply to owner emails routed via the official channel within 5 business days (or set expectations if more time is needed).
8) Training & Compliance
- Director training: Complete the required training within 60 days of election; refresh annually.
- Know the rules: Read and follow the declaration, by-laws, rules, and the applicable law.
9) Accountability
- Own misses: If I miss a standard, I’ll disclose it within 7 days and show the corrective action.
- If I can’t meet these standards consistently, I won’t cling to the seat.
Candidate name: ___________________________
Unit (optional): _____________ Email: _____________________
Signature: ________________________________ Date: ___________
Post this pledge where owners can see it. If a candidate won’t sign, that’s your answer.
