The presidents report recently released it stated that owners privacy issues were discussed concerning the sharing of contact information. I am sure this discussion took place however I feel the larger issue was either overlooked.
The proposal that sparked the discussion, according to my sources, was the proposal of directories for the Associations.
Now technically, owner information is part of the Associations records and under the Michigan Condominium act you as an owner have the right to view these records. Additionally your owner information is accessible in the county tax / deeds records which are public information.
However, that is not the point of this post. My view is that the ability of owners to communicate with one another is paramount to a properly functioning Association. Now, as I have stated before I respect everyone’s right to privacy. If owner’s do not want to participate in a voluntary directory with personal contact information there are alternatives.
A good alternative is an internal Association mail system Identified by property /unit number.This method would allow owners to retain their privacy while enabling unrestricted private communication between one another.
The statement that “Boards have the final decision to allow distribution” is like your City Council saying they have the final decision on the distribution of the local phone Directory.
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