October 2024
Should condo boards have a maximum age limit for directors?
Having watched the recent electoral debate between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump should cause condo boards to consider the value of age limits.
Regardless of how capable President Joe Biden has been throughout his career, he showed during the debate that he is a shadow of his former self. He was unable to present himself as a strong and capable leader, and unable to speak or think clearly. Being unable to present himself as a strong, competent and capable leader during the debate made us question his overall competency and claims to his capabilities presented by him and the Democratic Party.
Some condo communities do struggle with directors who are retired who have the time to solicit votes and get elected but incapable of being a productive member of the condo board
Similar challenges are present in condo boards dominated by the most senior of owners. While there are many capable seniors serving on condo boards, and having directors of varied age and experience is encouraged, some condo communities do struggle with directors who are retired who have the time to solicit votes and get elected but incapable of being a productive member of the condo board. They may fail to be prepared for board meetings, forget to attend, unwilling to embrace change, lack certain skills, be unable to understand what is being discussed, unable to make timely decisions or incapable of speaking clearly. Some may no longer be capable of managing their personal finances yet make decisions for a community of hundreds they no longer understand.
While some may view this as age discrimination, President Joe Biden remains an example of what can happen when someone seeks to remain in power for too long.
Condo owners can implement age restrictions for directors if they so choose. Each community decides if and how they choose to address this issue.
