Effective board communication starts with alignment between the board and management and a clear plan that is simple, consistent, and meaningful. By defining what to communicate, using predictable rhythms and centralized channels, and reinforcing key messages, boards can keep owners informed, set clear expectations, and build trust—without adding unnecessary volume or complexity.

Even well-intentioned board decisions can feel unfair if communication is inconsistent. Homeowners judge outcomes and process, not intent. Trust grows when boards communicate clearly, consistently, and through a structured process—making credibility as important as correctness.

The 2026 Florida legislative session concluded with fewer community association law changes than many anticipated. After several years of significant reforms affecting HOAs and condominiums, this year’s session introduced only a handful of modest updates. While several high-profile proposals generated discussion, they did not ultimately pass. This month’s legislative update provides a brief overview of what was proposed, what passed, and what board members should keep an eye on as the conversation around community association governance continues to evolve.

Florida condominiums and homeowners’ associations both operate within open meeting frameworks, though the statutory structures differ. Understanding where those frameworks diverge — and where the principles of deliberation, decision-making, discussion and financial delegation ultimately converge — is essential to protecting both the association and its directors.

Florida’s Marketable Record Title Act (MRTA), Chapter 712, Florida Statutes, extinguishes old covenants and restrictions after 30 years — unless these HOA governing docs are properly preserved.