First, congratulations to the two newly elected board members, Pam and Newton. The both won their seats by a substantial margin. perhaps now we can restore some transparency and accountability to our HOA governance.

After last night’s meeting, one nagging legal issue remains. Prior to the election votes being counted and certified the outgoing board took an action which is likely not legal. An existing board member, Rod resigned creating a vacancy. No problem there. Immediately following, but before the election was completed Steve put himself forward as a replacement appointment. The existing board, including Steve voted for the appointment. This would have been OK had the appointment been for a non sitting member. However, the issues are these. First, can a board member who has resigned and therefore no longer a member, vote for his replacement? We doubt it. If not, a tie vote would exist and the appointment would not be valid. Second, and equally important, if Steve were allowed to fill the vacant seat, he would hold two positions. Even if it is for a short time, we doubt this is legal by HOA rules and corporation law.

We urge the new board to seek legal advice from the board attorney, and perhaps outside council. We believe the appoint to be invalid in which case the new board should vote to fill the vacancy. Common sense says this is what should have happen ed in the first place.

As always, comments welcome. Perhaps an attorney who is an owner can weigh in on this.

There will be an annual meeting on March 30. The votes will be tabulated and the election results will be announced. Whatever the outcome, the community will have spoken. However, it appears the outgoing board members will attempt to send a parting shot.

Rod has announced he will resign from the board leaving a vacancy. His seat has one more year to go. It seems fair and logical that when he does resign the incoming board should make the appointment to fill the vacancy. This will allow a smooth transition. However, when we look at the proposed agenda for the meeting, included below, the board plans to appoint Rod’s replacement before the election is certified and the newly elected board members take their seats. We believe this is so wrong and not in the best interests of the Community.

the new board should fill the vacancy. If you agree we urge you to attend the March 30 meeting and make your voice heard. We need to take back our Community. PLEASE ATTEND THE MARCH 30 MEETING!

Apathy has a price. We need a quorum for the HOA election to count. We need 196 of our 586 homes to vote. Otherwise we have to do the whole process over with a reduced quorum of 118. As of yesterday we had only 134 votes counted. An election redo will cost several thousand dollars of your money and ours for double postage and fees to the electioneer. We can do better.

Lost or tossed out your ballot? No problem. Email the election management company at info@thirdpartyvoting.com. Request a replacement ballot and they’ll send out a replacement one immediately. Do it now.

We are still Recommending Pam Porter and Newton Kwan, but regardless of who you vote for PLEASE VOTE!

Apologies for those of you who have already voted. Thank you.

By now you should have received your ballot for the Morgan Creek HOA election. You made your wishes for change known overwhelmingly in the recall election. Now it is imperative you follow through.

There is a quorum requirement of 196 owners. Thus, your vote is extremely important to complete the process.

If you haven’t already done so, pull out your ballot and send it in today. If you’ve already voted, thank you.

One of our long time homeowners has taken the time and trouble to put together a timeline of the events surrounding the recall election. We thought it worthwhile to print here as a reminder of where we are and where we should be headed as we prepare to VOTE in the upcoming election. (Note: the attachment is only visible on mcowners.com)

In the recent recall election the community voted overwhelmingly (80%) for change. It only failed to pass by use of an obscure interpretation of the voting rules. Only two candidates represent change back to the stability, transparency, and responsible governance we lost in the last election.

The candidates we are recommending, Pam Porter and Newton Kwan, both have been very active in community affairs over many years and know our needs. The remaining two candidates have no such experience and were likely hand picked by the existing board majority block. If you want to stop the chaos, vote for Pam and Newton.

What follows are brief candidate statements. Please review them carefully, and above all, VOTE NOW. Let’s finish the job.

Newton Kwan Hi neighbors, I’m Newton Kwan. Many of you know me from my previous service on the Board, where my focus was always on one thing: excellence in operations. I’m proud of our track record of maintaining high community standards while successfully lowering our dues.

I am stepping up to run for the Board again because Morgan Creek deserves a return to professional, resident-focused management. While I previously had to step away to manage a career transition, I am now in a position to fully dedicate the next two years to serving our community. I am ready to get back to work for all homeowners.

If elected, my focus will be on:

• Fiscal Accountability: Managing our budget with the same scrutiny I use for my own finances to ensure every dollar is spent wisely.

• Streamlined Operations: Improving the responsiveness of the ARC process so homeowners get clear, timely answers without unnecessary delays.

• Vendor Management: Ensuring our contractors—from landscaping to security—are held to the high standards we pay for as residents.

I’m not interested in the politics of the Board; I’m interested in the results. I would be honored to have your support in bringing a steady, professional, and committed approach back to Morgan Creek.

Pam Porter: Hi neighbors, I’m Pam Porter. I currently serve as your Board Secretary, and I’m running for re-election because I believe our community is ready for a chapter defined by stability, transparency, and professional governance.

I know some may see a familiar name and worry about a “status quo” mentality. However, my time on the Board over the last two years has given me a unique perspective on exactly where our processes have drifted. I am not running to look backward; I am running to ensure our Board functions as a professional service for all homeowners.

My commitment to you:

• Fair & Consistent Governance: I believe the Board’s primary role is to uphold our standards fairly. I will advocate for a culture where decisions are made in the open and always reflect the collective will of the community.

• Prioritizing Homeowner Interests: An HOA Board should have one clear priority: protecting the property values and quality of life for every resident. I am committed to independent leadership that is focused solely on our neighborhood’s well-being.

• Restoring Trust: I hear the call for a new direction clearly. I am dedicated to moving past recent friction and returning to a culture of collaboration where every neighbor feels heard and respected.

I’m asking for your vote so we can move forward with a Board that is efficient, transparent, and focused on the future of our beautiful community.