Special meeting for election of directors
- Statute:
- New York §604 · Law NPC (Not-for-Profit Corporation Law)
- Topic:
- Meetings & Voting · Special elections
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
If an annual meeting for election of directors is not held within the time set by the bylaws, members may demand a special meeting or apply to court for an order directing one.
📄 Read the official text at nysenate.gov →
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- What does New York §604 require?
- If an annual meeting for election of directors is not held within the time set by the bylaws, members may demand a special meeting or apply to court for an order directing one.
- Who does New York §604 apply to?
- New York §604 applies to Nonprofit associations in New York.
- What happens if our co-op or condo doesn't comply with §604?
- Non-compliance with this New York statute can expose the association and its officers to private civil suit, and (for offering-plan / sponsor matters under GBS) to enforcement action by the New York Attorney General's Real Estate Finance Bureau. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of New York §604?
- The official text is published by the New York State Legislature at nysenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Special meeting for election of directors?
- SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of New York §604 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a New York-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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