By Susan Thompson | Lake Panorama Times
The deadline to file nomination papers for the 2026 election for a seat on the Lake Panorama Association board of directors is March 10.
The board consists of seven members. Board terms are three years, and members are allowed to serve not more than two consecutive three-year terms. Terms are staggered so the number of seats on the annual ballot varies each year.
For 2026, there will be two board positions on the ballot. Sue Thompson is completing her first term on the board and is running again this year. David Finneseth is finishing his second term on the board and is not eligible to run for another term in 2026. Terry Gebard, a five-year member of LPA’s building codes committee, has declared his intention to run for election on this year’s ballot.
Nomination papers are available at the LPA office or will be emailed on request. Candidates must collect a minimum of 18 signatures, representing 18 separate active memberships.
Along with the nomination form, candidates are asked to submit a signed statement of willingness to serve, and a 100-word statement of qualifications. Also needed is a signed conflict-of-interest form listing any businesses or financial interests the candidate has with the LPA. These items will be included in the ballot mailing.
A mailing that includes the ballot, numbered envelope and the official announcement of the annual meeting will be sent to all LPA members in advance of the annual meeting.
The 2026 annual meeting is scheduled for May 9, with the mailing planned for mid-April. This year will mark the LPA’s 57th annual meeting.
LPA members must return their completed ballot in the numbered envelope. Members are urged to return their ballots in advance of the annual meeting to speed up the tabulation process, although ballots also can be brought to the annual meeting.
Board meetings are generally held the fourth Tuesday of each month, beginning with open forum at 5 p.m., although the day and time can be adjusted. The board does not meet in January or February unless a special meeting is necessary.
Anyone with questions about the board election process, or details of serving on the LPA board, can contact the LPA office at 641-755-2301 or info@lakepanorama.org.