Does a quorum exclude members with suspended voting rights from the total voting interest?

A quorum refers to the minimum number of members that must be present in order to conduct business and make decisions for the community association. According to Florida statutes and governing documents, members who have had their voting rights suspended generally do not count towards the total voting interest when determining whether a quorum is present. Since quorums are concerned with the active participation and consent of members, it is essential that only those members who are eligible to vote are included in the count.

Therefore, recognizing that members with suspended voting rights are excluded from the total voting interest directly supports the determination of whether a quorum has been achieved. This ensures that decisions made reflect the will of actively participating and eligible members, maintaining fair representation within the association.