Should I Apply?

If you have a demonstrated interest in community building, are a creative problem solver, are good with technology, are good at following through on commitments (reliable), are resourceful, and have experience in effectively managing projects and people, we’d love to have you consider joining the Marygrove Community Association Board of Directors!

Please review the information below to understand the qualifications for applying and the process that will be followed for selecting board candidates and then the election. Completing the board member application is not a guarantee of selection for election consideration at the Annual Meeting. 

If you have a demonstrated interest in community building, are a creative problem solver, are good with technology, are good at following through on commitments (reliable), are resourceful, and have experience in effectively managing projects and people, we’d love to have you consider joining the Marygrove Community Association Board of Directors!

Board Member Election Procedures

According to Article VII, Section 9, and Part A of the bylaws of the Marygrove Community Association, a special Elections Committee has been created. The Election Committee comprises the current members of the Marygrove Community Association Board of Directors.

The procedures for electing members to the Marygrove Community Association Board of Directors are:

1. All prospective MCA board members must complete the board member application.

2. The Elections Committee will review applications and select candidates for the board membership slate based on fit, compatibility, and alignment with the Marygrove Community Association mission and purpose and the skills and expertise needed by the Marygrove Community Association Board of Directors.

3. The application for members selected to be on the board member candidate slate will be emailed to eligible voting members or posted to this webpage. Personal information will be redacted for review before the election.

4. Board member’s names appear on the ballot as a slate to be voted on at the Annual Meeting.

5. Only paid members of the Marygrove Community Association are eligible to vote.

6. A vote will be made by secret ballot at the Annual Meeting. There is one vote per member household or organization.

Board member terms are staggered by seat class with different term expirations to ensure board continuity.

In deciding on seat class, the Elections Committee will consider board member applicants’ prior involvement with the Marygrove Community Association and interest in an officer (e.g., president, vice president, secretary, treasurer) position.

Thank you for your interest in joining the Marygrove Community Association Board of Directors.

Key Dates

January 15, 2025, deadline to pay dues to be eligible to vote and or apply for a board member position

Pay membership dues here

January 17, 2025, 5 pm Board Member applications due

Apply here for board membership

January 20, 2025, board member applicants are notified of the Election Committee's decision on their application.

January 21, 2025, 630pm Annual Meeting and Board Member election at Live6 Neighborhood Alliance Homebase 7426 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221

February 4, 2025, Annual Board of Directors meeting to elect Officers (closed meeting)

Membership Qualifications for Board and Association

Per Marygrove Community Association bylaws:

Article VI – Executive Board

Section 1.  Number and qualification for holding office

A.To be at least 18 years of age

B.Must have been a resident or property owner or business owner on either street within the boundaries for a period of not less than six months.

C. Must be a member in good standing (defined in Article V, Section 1, Part F)

Article V – General Membership Meetings

F.To be in good standing is determined by having been present during 3 previous regular Association meetings or 3 committee meetings and being current with dues.

Article III - MEMBERSHIP

Section 1.   Membership

A.The membership for this association shall include all property owners, residents and business owners in the area bounded by McNichols on the north, Puritan on the south Greenlawn on the east and Wyoming on the west.

B.All individuals 18 years of age or older who reside within or own property within or act as an agent of any business located within the boundaries stated in Article III, Section 1, are eligible to join the association.

C.It shall be the responsibility of all members to actively participate in the association’s activities and meetings, to serve on committees, and to remain current with dues.

Section 2.   Membership outside of the bounded area

A.At such time as the Board deems it is good and necessary, residents and business owners and property owners outside of the bounded area may be granted membership in the Association.  Final approval of this action is under the control of the Association’s general membership.

B.However, at no time shall the number of outside of the bounded area members exceed the number of the bounded area members.