The OVA Board has approved measures to put proposed changes to the governing documents on the spring ballot. The unanimous vote at the Jan. 20 meeting paves the way for Oakmont members to vote on a change in the bylaws that would set the quorum to 50% with a 55% approval threshold. The spring ballot will also seek voter approval allowing the board to bring governing documents into legal compliance.
The board has also discussed eliminating the quorum in director elections.
“We as a board remain committed to transparency, members engagement, and thoughtful governance, and we appreciate the community’s continued participation in this process as we go forward,” said Board President Matt Oliver.
Video: 1-20-2026 Board Meeting
The board plans to hold a Town Hall with OVA’s attorney in attendance to answer questions from the community. A date and details will be announced soon on the OVA website, oakmontvillage.com.
The board also announced the 2026 slate of candidates for the Board of Directors. There are eight candidates vying for three open seats, including two incumbents and six new candidates. Candidates seeking re-election are Heidi Klyn and Matt Oliver. New candidates include Josh Axelrod, Greg Darcy, Betsy Herbert, Thomas Mosby, Theresa (Terrie) Mui, and Steve Spanier.***
A Candidates Night is scheduled for February 18, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Berger Center and on Zoom.
This year, OVA approved electronic voting, allowing members who opted in to vote online. Ballots will be mailed or emailed to members on March 4, with votes due by March 24. The election will take place on April 6.
Director Jeff Neuman also some recent concerns in regard to the SESR planned development, the Burbank property formerly known as Elnoka that neighbors Oakmont.
“I want to encourage the community to recognize the work that has been done,” Neuman said, noting the board’s involvement over the past ten years, and the negotiated aspects of the project that include lower density of homes, an emergency vehicle access (EVA) at the builder’s expense, bike trails and walking areas, and that no structures in the development will be more than two stories.
“We need to not throw sand in the gears of the agreements that have been reached so far,” Neuman said. “We’re in a good place on this.”
***Editor’s Note: Earlier reporting indicated ten candidates were running in the OVA election. Two candidates have since withdrawn their names, bringing the candidates down to eight.