232 voted to remove Stephanie. Only 60 no.
234 voted to remove Steven. Only 58 no.

That is the community speaking.

And yet due to their last minute questionable rule change, nothing has changed.
Stephanie is still in power with Rod, and Steven. They still control the board.

This election on March 24 is how we fix that. VOTE!

There are TWO seats.

If we spread votes across multiple candidates, the current majority stays in control.
If we stay focused, we take it back.

Right now:
• Compliance is inconsistent and selective
• Transparency is lacking
• Committees are being controlled for personal gain instead of representing the community
• Financial decisions lack proper oversight

We need to get back to:
• Clear, consistent enforcement
• Open communication and transparency
• Committees led by volunteers who represent the community
• A proper, independent review of the budget and reserves

When your ballot arrives, vote for BOTH:
• Pam Porter
• Newton Kwan

That’s it. Don’t overthink it. Don’t split your vote. One vote each.

If the same homeowners who voted for change do this again, the board flips.

Let’s also be clear:

The other candidates being promoted were hand selected and supported by the current majority. Electing them keeps the same voting block in place.

We already made our voices heard. Now we need to follow through.

Watch for your ballot.
Vote immediately.
Vote Pam and Newton.

This is how we take back control of our community.

Last night’s recall meeting was one of the most intense and revealing meetings Morgan Creek has seen in years.

The purpose was straightforward: the membership voted to recall two directors, Stephanie Bernal and Steven Lalliss.

What unfolded was anything but straightforward.

A Supermajority Voted to Remove Both Directors

Ballots were counted. The numbers were clear.

The results:

•  Stephanie — 232 yes votes to remove her, 60 No votes to keep her

•  Steven — 234 yes votes to remove him, 58 No votes to keep him

A supermajority of participating homeowners voted YES to recall both Stephanie and Steven.

Let that sink in.

The community spoke loudly and decisively.

Under the original formula communicated to homeowners before ballots were cast, both recalls would have prevailed.

Instead, neither director was removed.

Why? Because the formula changed.

The Formula Change

During the meeting, the Inspector of Elections explained that the recall “block” threshold had been recalculated after legal consultation.

The new interpretation used cumulative voting rules and divided ballots cast by the number of directors plus one, creating a significantly lower threshold of “no” votes needed to block the recall.

He has run several recalls involving cumulative voting and NEVER used this interpretation of the formula.

Homeowners immediately questioned who initiated this change.

The Inspector stated on the record that the challenge came from one of the board members who was being recalled.

Stephanie publicly stated that it was not her. She certainly supported it.

There were only two directors being recalled.

That leaves one person.

In addition, it was revealed during the meeting that Steven was the one who hand selected and led the effort to obtain the second legal opinion that ultimately supported the revised calculation.

The result was a last-minute reinterpretation of the rules that directly changed the outcome of the election.

If the Original Formula Had Been Used

If the recall had been calculated under the formula that homeowners were told would apply when we voted, both directors would have been removed.

Instead, because of the revised threshold, the recalls were blocked despite overwhelming support for removal.

That is not a technicality.

That is the difference between accountability and remaining in power.

What Happened After the Results

After it was announced that she was not recalled, Stephanie stormed out of the meeting.

Multiple members asked her to resign in light of the supermajority vote against her.

Her response was clear. She refused.

At one point, a frustrated homeowner attempted to ask questions and was repeatedly prevented from speaking by Stephanie.  Words were exchanged. Stephanie tried to kick him out and called security, all the members wanted him to stay.  

This is not how you respond when over 200 of your neighbors vote to remove you.

Board Attendance

Only three board members were present:

•  Stephanie

•  Lorenzo

•  Pam

NO Rod, NO Steven

Given the gravity of a recall election, the limited board presence did not go unnoticed.

The Bigger Issue

This is not about personalities. It is about process and trust.

When homeowners are given a formula for how their votes will be counted, that formula should not change at the eleventh hour.

When a director facing recall initiates a legal reinterpretation that ultimately saves his own seat, homeowners are right to question the optics.

And when a supermajority votes for removal, ignoring that mandate does not make the underlying message disappear.

The community has spoken.

Loudly.

Now Is the Time to Act: You will receive a ballot shortly. Your vote will be urgently needed to correct this travesty.

The supermajority vote last night showed overwhelming demand for real change and better governance. The annual HOA board election is coming soon (delayed to about 30 days after the recall process per community updates).

We will have strong, experienced candidates ready to bring transparency, accountability, and homeowner-focused decisions. Stay tuned for an upcoming post with. Our candidate bios and recommended choices for the two vacant seats.

Return your ballots promptly when they arrive.

This is how we turn frustration into progress. The community spoke, now let’s make sure the board reflects that voice.

Neighbors,

Please attend the recall vote count tomorrow, February 10 at 6:00 PM, in person or via Zoom. Your presence matters.

Tomorrow is the vote count on the recall of Stephanie Bernal and Steven Lalliss.

When ballots were sent out, the official notice and the independent third-party voting site stated that once a quorum of 33% was achieved that 98 “no” votes would be required to block removal. If more than a quorum was reached then a majority of votes would cause the recall to pass. As of today, that information still appears on the voting website.

On the eve of tabulation, the Board announced that the blocking threshold will instead be calculated based on ballots cast, currently about 48 “no” votes with 286 ballots returned. We have no odfficial word from the election manager.

Regardless of how anyone voted, this election began under one published framework and the Board says it is now being concluded under another. That raises serious questions about process and transparency.

If members are not present, decisions will be finalized without visible community accountability. This is an opportunity to:

• Observe the full tally

• Ask if, how and why the threshold changed

• Request documentation of the legal basis

• Show that this community expects fair, consistent governance

Meeting:

February 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM, District Education Center at Creekview Ranch School

8849 Cook Riolo Rd, Roseville, CA 95747

Or join via Zoom:

Meeting ID: 301 858 3756

Password: 801569

Forward to neighbors who care about the future of Morgan Creek.

See you there.

Vote counting is little more than a week away. According to the election management company we are near a quorum. We can make this election meaningful if you simply take the time to vote.

To ensure timely delivery, completed ballots must be mailed by February 2.  If your ballot is sitting on the counter, please drop it in the mail today.

Every vote matters.