2024 Cascades Board of Directors Election
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Election Timeline
 
October 6th, 2024 Annual Meeting Packet Mailed to Residents
October 26th, 2024 Deadline to Submit Candidate Notice of Intent to Run for Board of Directors
November 1st, 2024 Candidate List Distributed to Residents
November 1st, 2024  Full Candidate Information Available on the Cascades Website
November 6th, 2024 Deadline for Residents to Submit Questions for the Candidates
November 7th, 2024   Candidate Forum
November 8th, 2024 Voting Begins
December 5th, 2024  Voting Closes at Commencement of Annual Homeowners Meeting - Election Results Announced
December 5th, 2024 Election of Officers - Immediately Following Annual Homeowners Meeting
 
 
 
Submitting a Notice of Intent to Run for the Board of Directors
 
If you are interested in running for the Board of Directors, please complete the Notice of Intent and send to:
 
ATTN: Colleen Linzy 
Cascades at River Hall
15500 Paradise Palm Blvd,
Alva, Fl 33920
 

Or you may email to Cascadesriverhallcam@outlook.com
  
The Notice of Intent to run for the Board of Directors must be received by 5 pm Oct 26, 2024. (Please note that Oct 26th is a Saturday and the office is closed.)
 
For more information about running for the Board of Directors, please review the First Notice of Annual Meeting available here.
 
 
 
 
Campaigning Dos and Don'ts
 
Not Allowed
  • Use of campaign yard signs is not allowed
  • Use of the resident directory is not allowed for any kind of solicitations
  • No campaigning will be allowed on the community website or any community owned/managed social media accounts, except for the candidate's application/bio
  • Use of community facilities/events to advertise or solicit votes (other than Candidate Forum) is not allowed
 Allowed
  • Complete application with information about the candidate
  • One-page memo of understanding that outlines experience, values, reason for running and the value you can add to the community
  • Candidates' applications/bios will be posted on the community website election page
  • Candidates may have and/or attend resident(s)' personal meet and greets
  • Social media posts on sites not owned, managed or authorized by the HOA are allowed 
 
 
Candidate Information
 
Candidate Information is now available. Click this link to access.
  
 
 
Candidate Forum
 
Candidate Forums are a chance for homeowners to meet the candidate(s), sometimes for the first time. This meeting offers the opportunity for the candidates to make a first impression on homeowners. It also allows the homeowner to become an essential part of an election. Successful Candidate Forums are organized and informational. While the Candidate Forum is not compulsory for the election, it is a valuable tool for candidates and homeowners. Candidate Forums lay the foundation for any candidate's platform and beliefs, helping to establish trust and confidence among voters. The Election Committee will be responsible for running the Candidate Forum.
 
Click here to view the complete description of the Candidate Forum in the Cascades HOA Nomination and Election Process/Policy.
 
Questions for the candidates to be addressed during the Candidate Forum (time permitting) should be sent to our Community Manager (manager@cascadesriverhall.com).
 
 
 
Important Documents
 
Board of Directors Roles and Responsibilities A description of roles and responsibilities for Board members as well as information specific to Board officers.  
Candidate Campaigning Dos and Don'ts Campaigning standards; what is allowed and not allowed.  
Candidate Forum Application Application to participate in Candidate Forum.  
Candidate Forum Ground Rules Ground rules for the Candidate Forum including candidates as well as audience members.
Candidate Forum Volunteers Roles and Responsibilities
A description of roles and responsibilities for Candidate Forum volunteers.  
Complete policy approved 9/21/2023.  
Candidate Notice of Intent Notice of Intent to be filed by candidates.  
Community Notice of Intent Notice of Intent distributed to community members.  
First Notice of Annual Meeting Packet Communication to the community for annual meeting and information to run for the Board of Directors  
 
 
 
Election Process FAQs
 
How long is a term for a Board Director?  Director terms are for 2 years.
 
Do I need prior Board experience to be on the Cascades Board?  No.  While having prior experience is a favorable quality, enthusiasm and willingness to work for the community are key attributes.
 
How many director positions will be open this year?  Four directors have terms expiring in December 2024.
 
Where can I find the most current information about Cascades' election process and policy.  Click here to read the current Cascades HOA Nomination and Election Process/Policy.
  
Additional questions about the election process?  Please review current list of questions and responses; otherwise send an email to Election Questions(evoting@cascadesriverhall.com).