Oh wow, that sounds awful. I'm sorry you (and everyone else who has served on an HOA) has to deal with that...

I have (from time to time) considered trying to get on the board. At one point, the woman in our community who runs everything seemed to think I'd be a good fit. But, I always feel like I'm drowning in my own stuff - mental health, work, and not having the energy to get everything done. I don't think I could take a board position and keep what's left of my sanity.

Good luck Emily! I hope that when things turn over in September you get some people in who are a bit easier to work with.