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As a member of a body corporate, have you ever wondered about the specific roles and responsibilities of the committee members? This article breaks down each and what can be delegated to the body corporate manager.
This article is a transcript of a recent webinar question answered by Strata Operations Manager Matthew Savage.
The chairperson’s responsibilities are loosely:
These responsibilities are relatively straightforward, but they’re crucial to ensuring that the committee functions effectively.
Check out our guide on how to be an effective chairperson.
The secretary shoulders an extensive range of responsibilities, overseeing crucial administrative tasks, including:
Given the comprehensive nature of these tasks, many bodies corporates opt to engage the services of a professional body corporate manager to ensure efficient and accurate completion.
The treasurer assumes responsibility for the financial aspects of the body corporate, handling various accounting tasks, including:
While committee members are entrusted with significant tasks as mandated by legislation, they have the option to delegate these responsibilities to a professional body corporate manager. Delegation ensures efficient and accurate completion of tasks while adhering to legislative requirements.
By enlisting the support of a reputable body corporate manager, the committee can focus on strategic decision-making and community engagement, confident that operation responsibilities are in capable hands.
It’s essential to understand the boundaries and responsibilities of communication within a body corporate framework, as outlined by body corporate legislation. While committees can, and often do, acknowledge resident correspondence, they are not legally required to respond to every question or comment.
The treasurer of the body corporate often plays a leading role in the committee and the body corporate community. It is a volunteer position which can be very rewarding, but also can take a significant investment of time and effort from the member.
