What About A Credit For Meeting Attendance?

Condominium corporations sometimes struggle to obtain enough owner participation to conduct business that requires a vote, particularly when owners are disengaged or when important decisions require a higher level of owner involvement. One possible approach is to provide a credit or payment to owners who attend condominium meetings and participate in the decision-making process. However, before introducing such an incentive, condominium corporations should consider whether it is legally permitted, how the obligation would be established, and whether the corporation has the authority to offer a credit or payment. This article examines the idea of rewarding meeting attendance, the potential limitations on penalties for non-participation, and why authorization through a condominium declaration or by-law may be necessary.