Benefits of surfside WA polling

Polling the Surfside WA HOA members regularly can significantly enhance the democratic process within the community. By actively seeking the opinions and preferences of residents on various issues, the HOA can ensure that decision-making reflects the collective will of the community. This participatory approach fosters greater transparency and trust between the board and its members, as residents feel their voices are heard and valued. Moreover, polling can uncover diverse perspectives and innovative ideas that may not surface through traditional board meetings, leading to more informed and representative governance. Regular polling can help mitigate conflicts and build consensus by providing a clear picture of community sentiments. When decisions are made based on broad member input, they are more likely to be accepted and supported, reducing friction and promoting harmony within the HOA. This inclusive process empowers residents, giving them a direct role in shaping the policies and practices that affect their daily lives. In essence, polling not only strengthens democratic principles but also contributes to a more cohesive and engaged community in Surfside WA.

ElectionBuddy Polling

Utilizing ElectionBuddy for voting allows the members of Surfside WA HOA to express their opinions conveniently and securely, either via email or phone. This flexible voting method ensures that all members, regardless of their technological preferences or access, can participate in the democratic process. ElectionBuddy’s user-friendly interface and secure platform provide a reliable means for members to cast their votes, ensuring the integrity of the election results. By accommodating both email and phone voting, the HOA can achieve higher participation rates, reflecting a more accurate representation of the community’s views and fostering a greater sense of inclusion and engagement among all members. Members were recently polled with the results shown below.

The results of the summer poll of 109 residents who took the poll for Surfside WA is as follows.

How satisfied are you with the overall performance of the HOA board?

• 75% Unsatisfied or Very Unsatisfied

How satisfied are you with the overall performance of the current president?

• 74% Unsatisfied or Very Unsatisfied

How transparent is the board in sharing financial information, including budgets, expenditures, and financial reports?

• 81% Not Transparent or Very Not Transparent

How would you rate the board’s responsiveness to resident inquiries, concerns, and requests for assistance?

• 74% Unresponsive or Very Unresponsive

How many of you access Surfside candidate information online?

• 53% Sometimes or Rarely

How important is it for candidates to get access to a member email list to send out candidate information?

• 79% Extremely or Very Important

Should the board insert candidate brochures for those running in the mailer for the ballot to give all candidates equal access to all members?

• 89% Yes

How useful would you rate the candidate interviews in making a candidate decision?

• 64% Very Useful or Useful

How important is it to prioritize flood protection over maintaining views in Surfside’s tree height restricted areas?

• 89% Very Important or Important

Should the tree height restrictions be removed to preserve trees and prevent flooding?

• 94% Yes

How confident are you in ElectionBuddy as a professional organization capable of running electronic voting?

• 89% Very Confident or Confident

Would you feel more confident in having ElectionBuddy run the Surfside HOA election compared to a management company with significantly less experience?

• 96% ElectionBuddy is a viable option

How confident are you in the privacy and email safety provided by ElectionBuddy?

• 82% Very Confident or Confident

Should the board be able to remove the members’ ability to raise and vote on motions at member meetings?

• 90% Strongly Disagree or Disagree

Should the Surfside HOA stop charging lot owners for water since it was found illegal elsewhere?

• 83% Yes

How important is it that the enforcement of all fines and enforcement of covenants be the sole responsibility of the office?

• 65% Very Important or Important

How would you rate the demonstrated expertise of this administrator in delivering and writing the electronic voting polls for Surfside Washington?

• 87% Excellent or Good

Do you still feel it’s important to continue running Independent Polls?

• 82% Very Important or Important