Galt HOAs are governed by Davis-Stirling (CA Civil Code 4000-6150). Boards must hold open meetings with 4-day notice, keep minutes, and limit executive session to defined topics like litigation and discipline.
Davis-Stirling (Civil Code 4900 through 4955) requires HOA board meetings to be open to members with at least 4 days notice for regular and 2 days for emergency meetings. Agendas must be posted. Members may speak during open forum but discussion is limited to agenda items unless declared an emergency. Executive session is limited to litigation, personnel, member discipline, contracts, and foreclosure per Civil Code 4935. Minutes must be available within 30 days. Board actions taken outside a proper meeting (e.g., email votes) are generally void except for limited emergency matters. Annual meetings and elections follow Civil Code 5100-5145 requiring secret ballot and inspector of elections.
Improper board action: Member may file small claims or superior court action; court may void actions, award costs, and impose civil penalties up to 500 dollars per violation (Civil Code 4955).
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