Why an Annual Board Calendar is Important
An Annual Board Calendar provides a year-long overview of your HOA’s governance schedule. By planning ahead, boards can meet legal requirements, improve efficiency, and ensure community activities are well-coordinated. The template provided here is completely free for you to use and modify, no charges or credit card required.
Key Benefits of Using a Board Calendar
- Compliance: Keeps track of required notices, meetings, and filings.
- Organization: Reduces last-minute scheduling and missed deadlines.
- Transparency: Homeowners can see planned events and meetings in advance.
- Efficiency: Board members can prepare for tasks well ahead of time.
What to Include in an HOA Annual Board Calendar
- Regular Board Meetings: Monthly, quarterly, or as required by bylaws.
- Annual Membership Meeting: Schedule date and preparation deadlines.
- Budget Preparation: Drafting, review, and approval deadlines.
- Reserve Study Updates: Required intervals based on state law.
- Policy Reviews: Annual review of bylaws, rules, and procedures.
- Community Events: Social gatherings, clean-up days, or safety inspections.
- Compliance Deadlines: State filings, tax submissions, and insurance renewals.
Best Practices
- Publish the calendar at the start of the year.
- Review and update quarterly.
- Share with all board members and post for residents.
Text version of this template
Year: [Insert Year]
| Month | Activity/Event | Responsible Party | Notes/Deadlines |
| January | First quarterly board meeting | Board Secretary | Send agenda 10 days prior |
| Annual vendor performance review | Treasurer / Committee | Complete before contract renewals | |
| Distribute year-end financial report | Treasurer | Post on community portal & email to members | |
| February | Budget review & preliminary draft | Treasurer | Include reserve funding plan |
| Winter property inspection | Maintenance Committee | Document findings for repair planning | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| March | Community cleanup day | Events Committee | Announce date & volunteer sign-up |
| First quarter financial report | Treasurer | Distribute to board & post for members | |
| Policy audit (rules & regulations) | Governance Committee | Note any recommended changes | |
| April | Annual meeting preparation | Board President | Send notices by [Date] |
| HOA insurance policy review | Treasurer / Risk Manager | Ensure coverage meets current needs | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| May | Annual membership meeting | Board President | Prepare ballots, proxy forms, sign-in sheets |
| Election of board officers | Board Secretary | Document results in minutes | |
| Post-meeting action plan | Board President | Assign follow-up tasks | |
| June | Mid-year budget adjustment | Treasurer / Board | Approve in board meeting |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| July | Mid-year policy review | All Board Members | Update documents if needed |
| Summer community event (BBQ, picnic) | Events Committee | Secure permits & vendor contracts | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| August | Board training sesión | Board President | Invite external HOA trainer |
| Safety inspection (playground, pool, facilities) | Maintenance Committee | Address any urgent issues | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| September | Draft budget finalized | Treasurer | Present draft for board review |
| Fall property inspection | Maintenance Committee | Schedule repairs before winter | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| October | Budget approval & dues notice sent | Board President | Include payment instructions & due dates |
| Halloween safety tips distributed | Communication Committee | Share via email & social media | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| November | Vendor contract renewals | Treasurer | Complete before December 15 |
| Winter preparation checklist distributed | Maintenance Committee | Include snow removal, heating checks | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] | |
| December | Year-end review & planning session | All Board Members | Set goals for next year |
| Holiday decoration contest | Events Committee | Announce winners on website | |
| [Activity N] | [Committee] | [Notes] |