What is the board liaison system in a community association?

• A. Directors are assigned to committees to observe and report back to the board.
• B. Directors chair all committees.
• C. Volunteers replace board responsibility entirely.
• D. The board handles day-to-day operations only.

Answer: (A)

A board liaison system means the board assigns directors to oversee specific committees. The liaison stays connected with the committee’s work, monitors progress, collects updates, and reports back to the board so governance remains informed and aligned with policy and strategic goals. This arrangement creates clear accountability: committees handle their designated areas under board-approved directives, while the board maintains oversight and direction. Directors aren’t expected to chair every committee, and volunteers don’t replace board responsibility. Day-to-day operations are typically managed by professional staff or management, with the board providing governance oversight rather than handling daily tasks.