CMCA - Certified Manager of Community Associations Meetings, Elections, and Voting Questions and Answers Flashcards

What does a simple majority vote mean in most parliamentary procedure?

Answer: More than half of the votes cast

Under Robert's Rules, a majority means more than half of the votes cast, ignoring abstentions.

How does a two-thirds vote of the total membership differ from two-thirds of those present and voting?

Answer: The first is measured against all members, so it is harder to reach

A vote of the total membership uses the entire membership as the base, regardless of attendance.

Under Robert's Rules, how are abstentions treated when determining a majority of votes cast?

Answer: They are not counted as votes

Abstentions are not votes cast, so they do not affect a majority-of-votes-cast result.

In what order do the basic steps of handling a main motion occur?

Answer: Motion, second, chair states the motion, debate, vote

A member moves, another seconds, the chair states the question, members debate, and then a vote is taken.

When can a board generally act without holding a meeting?

Answer: By unanimous written consent if the documents and state law allow

Many states permit board action by unanimous written consent, but they set conditions, so confirm the governing documents and statute.

Which action typically requires a vote of the membership rather than just the board?

Answer: Amending the declaration

Amendments to the declaration generally require a membership vote, often a supermajority set by the documents.

Who may generally vote at a board meeting in most associations?

Answer: Directors present, with quorum established

Board decisions are made by directors; managers advise and carry out decisions but do not vote.