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and needing to be redone, costing the association both time and money. How to Add Electronic Voting to the Mix Since electronic voting is permitted by New Jersey state statute (NJSA 45:22A-45.2(8)), it is very easy to incorporate this into your election pro cess and offer owners another option for having their vote count. The process follows the same timeline as paper proxies/ballots. “Start by reviewing your governing documents to see if they already permit electronic voting. If they do not, the board would need to pass an amendment that can be put out to the community for rejection bal lot. If there is no more than 10% of the community voting against the amend ment, the amendment passes and can be filed to permit electronic voting going forward. Next, work with a company that offers the type of voting service you need. It is recommended that community associations work with an electronic (or online) voting compa ny that is specific to the HOA/condo industry as they understand the com plexities of how HOAs operate. Also, it is important to look for a company that offers full-service management, not just a portal. A full-service voting company has the expertise to focus on your election to make sure you reach quorum, while relieving some of the workload from the manager or election committee and providing the required third-party separation. With a little preparation, your next annual meeting can be a joyful expe rience! n

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