2023 Call for Candidates

Lake Mission Viejo Association Board of Directors - CALL FOR CANDIDATES

August 1, 2023

Applications for candidacy in the 2023 LMVA Board of Directors Elections are now OPEN. Candidates should review the following information and must submit a Candidate Declaration and Candidate Statement prior to the deadline of 5:00 p.m. on September 22, 2023. 

 

LINK: BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANDIDATE DECLARATION FORM

 

Board of Directors Election and Call for Candidates FAQ: 

 

Q: Who is eligible to be a candidate in a Board of Directors election?

A: Any member (property owner) of the Association that is "good standing" - is current on payments, not in litigation with the Association and in compliance with Associaiton Rules and CC&Rs. A full description of qualifications is available in Section 10.03 of the LMVA Rules and Regulations. RULES AND REGULATIONS

 

Q: How do I apply to be a candidate for the 2023 Board of Directors election?

A: Candidates must complete and submit the "Candidate Declaration Form" linked above prior to 5:00 p.m. on September 22, 2023 to be included in the election. Information on where to submit the completed form via email or mail is included on the PDF form linked at the top of this page. 

 

Q: What does the Board of Directors do?

A: The Board of Directors is the elected governing body for the Lake Mission Viejo Association. Board members serve as fiduciaries of the Association by taking action for the benefit of the Association and its members. Board members participate in meetings, make decisions, provide direction to management staff and enforce the governing documents of the Association.  

 

Q: What is the time committment to be a Board member?

A: Elected Board members serve a two year term. The Board meets regularly once per month, with some additional meetings for committees or other business throughout the year. Currently, regular Board of Directors meetings are scheduled for the second Tuesday of each month and typically begin with an executive session meeting at 5:30 p.m followed by a regular open meeting at 7:00 p.m. Meeting days and times may be subject to change. Between meetings, committees, and other various duties, Board members should expect to spend an average of at least 10 to 20 hours a month on Board duties. 

 

Q: When does the Board of Directors election take place?

A: The 2023 Board of Directors election will take place on Tuesday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the LMVA Clubhouse

 

Q: How does the election work? Who votes in the Board elections?

A: The LMVA Board of Directors are elected by the Lake's District Delegates. These Delegates are appointed or elected to represent their neighborhood districts and vote on behalf of the homes in that district. For more information on District Delegates, see: LAKE MISSION VIEJO DISTRICT DELEGATES. Candidate statements are shared with all District Delegates for review prior to casting their votes on the day of the election.