Do you understand what this means?

On August 24, 2023 at 1:20PM, the HOA office sent out this email:

Dear Summit Homeowners,
 
I trust this communication finds you in good health. We would like to take a moment to provide you with important information regarding the Monthly Open Board Meetings as outlined in the Summit governing documents.  
 
Historically, the Monthly Open Board Meetings were accessible to all homeowners who expressed interest in attending. However, recent events have prompted the Board of Directors to conduct a comprehensive review of our operational processes. In alignment with our commitment to adhering to the governing documents, we have resolved to restrict participation in the Monthly Open Board Meetings exclusively to Voting Members, Alternates, and Committee Chairs as outlined in the governing documents.
 
We acknowledge that you may have questions or concerns regarding matters within the Summit. We encourage you to reach out if you have inquiries related to any facet of the Summit community. Our dedicated Summit Office is available to address any matters that may require attention:
 
Summit Office
Address: 305 Ridge Trail Drive, Columbia, SC 29229
Phone Number: 803-865-0609
 
Please rest assured that your engagement and involvement continue to be of utmost importance to us. Your understanding and cooperation as we realign our practices with the framework of our governing documents are greatly appreciated
 
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to the well-being of our community.
 
Best regards,
Summit Board of Directors

Do you understand what this means to you? This means that you, a homeowner, cannot attend the monthly board meetings!

Nothing in the Governing Documents, including the By-Laws, allows the Board of Directors to do that!

If you believe you have the right to attend monthly board meetings and to know what the Board is doing with your money, show up at the September 5th board meeting and express yourself clearly and firmly to the board.

Read the next article about the "recent events" that may have prompted the Board to try this dumb move.

Five so-called directors on the board need to be removed. In fact, there are NO legitimate Directors of the Association, because there are NO legitimate Voting Members. 

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