Vote Tally
On the small survey I included in the last newsletter included only three questions:
- 61% of the responses agreed that an online directory would be useful
- 100% of the responses said the example directory= was easy to use and would be a good option.
- 53% of the responses said that it should be password protected.
My Thoughts
First I want to begin with an apology for not stating the obvious: The idea of an online directory was NEVER considered to be a replacement for our traditional booklet. From the beginning of the newsletter, it has been clear that a portion of our community prefers not to use electronic communication. That is why I have always delivered printed copies to those residents who asked for paper rather than email.
Second, while the survey responses indicates a desire of an online directory, I took a deeper look at the data. Our newsletter continues to have a high (80%) readership rate. However only ⅓ of the readership bothered to complete the survey. This could indicate that there is not a strong community desire for an online directory.
Summary
It is my recommendation to the HOA Board that we do not add an online directory at this time. We can revisit this issue if and when there is a stronger interest.