2025 Annual Election of Directors

Introducing Electronic Voting

In October 2024, Governor Newsom signed AB 2159, making it possible for California HOAs and POAs to vote electronically for the first time ever. With over 50,000 homeowners' associations across the state, many are transitioning to electronic voting this year.

This exciting change is expected to make it easier for members to vote, for associations to reach quorum, and could help reduce election costs over time. Here's everything you need to know:

What This Means For You

All homeowners are automatically opted in for electronic voting.
Prefer paper ballots? No problem! You can opt-out and continue voting by mail.

Key Dates

January 7, 2025: The Board passed the new Election Rules to introduce electronic voting.
Week of January 13, 2025: HOA Elections will send letters via USPS mail to all homeowners. The letter will confirm that you've been opted into electronic voting and provide details on the email address where your voting link will be sent.
- If you prefer to vote using a paper ballot, you must notify HOA Elections by February 14, 2025 to opt out of electronic voting.
February 4, 2025: HOA Elections representatives will attend the Open Session Board meeting to answer questions and provide further details about electronic voting.

How Does It Work? Once opted into electronic voting, you'll receive an email with a secure link to cast your vote during elections. This new system ensures a seamless, secure, and efficient voting process for all members.

Need More Information? Attend the February 4, 2025 Open Session Board Meeting, where HOA Elections representatives will be available to answer your questions.

If you prefer a paper ballot, remember to contact HOA Elections by February 14, 2025.

We're excited to roll out this modern voting option to make participation easier and more accessible. Keep an eye on your mailbox for the upcoming letter!

Past Elections

2024

2024 Annual Meeting & Election of Directors

The Canyon Lake POA has a five-member Board of Directors who are collectively responsible for managing and operating the Canyon Lake POA’s business affairs. The Board of Directors are elected for staggered terms by Canyon Lake homeowners. The Board of Directors works closely with the Canyon Lake POA’s Corporate Department to ensure that Canyon Lake POA duties and responsibilities are being carried out. Annual Elections are held in May of each year for Board Directors.

2024 Director Election Results

The Canyon Lake POA is pleased to announce the following candidates have been elected to the 2024/26 Board of Directors:

1. Bill Van Vleet - View Bill's Resume & Goals (PDF)
2. Greg Doherty - View Greg's Resume & Goals (PDF)

The final vote count (in order candidates were listed on the ballot) is:
- Greg Doherty: 805 votes
- Bill Van Vleet: 926 votes

2024 Board Officers

Board President: Bill Van Vleet
Board Vice President: Greg Doherty
Board Secretary: Joe Kamashian
Board Treasurer: Jeff Bill
Board Director: Alex Cook

Click here to view the Official Election Results (PDF).

2024 Ballot Measures

Restrict Future Sales of Common Areas

A majority vote to approve this measure would result in the Board being unable to sell common areas without the approval of the Canyon Lake owners. If approved, future common area sales would require a quorum and majority vote in favor at a meeting or election conducted in accordance with California law and Canyon Lake POA governing documents.

Results: 964 in favor, and 105 against. This measure passed as a majority supported it.

View Ballot Measure (PDF)
Visit Governing Documents Page

Board Terms

Efficient operations are significantly hindered by annual changes in the board. This measure was placed on the ballot as an option to address this issue and add stability in the Canyon Lake POA’s governance. If approved, the amendment would establish 4-year terms with a 2-year waiting period for Board members starting from the 2025 Annual Meeting & Election of Directors. Subsequent elections would then occur every two years, fortifying governance tenure, establishing stability within the Canyon Lake POA organization, lessen the presence of election signs, and reducing costs by 50%. The community would only see and experience election signs and campaigning every other year instead of every year.

Results: 679 in favor, and 399 against. This measure passed as a majority supported it.

View Ballot Measure (PDF)
Visit Governing Documents Page

Results: 1,027 in favor, and 74 against. This measure passed as a majority supported it. IRS Revenue Rule 70-604

The IRS Revenue Tax Ruling 70-604 allows associations to avoid a tax consequence on any inadvertent excess member income that is applied to the following Fiscal Year (FY) assessment when filing a tax return Federal Form 1120. This IRS Ballot Measure is considered an annual industry standard to allow for clear tax filing authorization should the Board decide to apply excess income to the following year’s assessment.

Results: 1,027 in favor, and 74 against. This measure passed as a majority supported it.