Maintaining order and fairness in meetings is crucial when managing a homeowner's association (HOA). Robert’s Rules of Order provides a structured framework to ensure that all board members have a voice and that decisions are made efficiently. This article will explore Robert’s Rules, their origins, and how they can be applied to board meetings.
What are Robert’s Rules of Order?
Robert’s Rules of Order is a manual of parliamentary procedure that governs the conduct of meetings. It was established by Henry Martyn Robert, an American military officer, in 1876. He aimed to create a standardized set of procedures to ensure meetings were fair, orderly, and efficient. Today, Robert’s Rules are widely used by various organizations, including community associations, to facilitate smooth and democratic decision-making processes.
While some associations may be required by their bylaws to adhere to Robert's Rules for meetings, it's a good practice to use them as a guide for creating meeting rules, even if not mandated. If your bylaws state that “meetings shall be run according to Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised, latest edition,” and your board has 12 or fewer members, you are fully entitled to use Robert’s rules for small boards. In these 'informal meetings,' the rules are less formal than those for larger bodies. The person presiding is usually seated and can make, discuss, and vote on motions.
Key Principles of Robert’s Rules
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