Before you sign the proxy for a “New Gym,” here’s what you should know:
How Proxies Work
- Proxies expire after 90 days
- Not a secret ballot — your vote will be known
- The board needs 159 valid proxies before the vote even counts
Don’t Want the Money Spent on a new Gym?
Do NOT return the proxy.
No proxy = No vote.
No Cost Disclosed
This proxy does not state the cost.
The board needs owner approval (You) for alteration projects over $400,000, which means this gym is expected to cost at least that much — without providing a budget. This proxy “Yes vote” provides free open wallet for our board to spend.
No Real Owner Choice
- You are not voting on a final design
- Quotes will be obtained after proxies are collected
- Once you vote “yes,” owners lose all decision-making power
Other Priorities Ignored
Funds could address:
- Garage leaks
- Pool rust
- Stucco repairs that risk becoming life-safety issues
- Something else you desire
- This board could have applied these extra funds to reduce the 2026 dues
- These extra funds could be added to reserves
How This Should Be Done
- Survey owners on priorities
- Get designs and real cost estimates
- Present options and budgets to owners
- Then hold a proxy vote
Bottom Line
This process lacks transparency and asks owners to approve a major expense without costs, options, or accountability.
Think carefully before signing a proxy.
