Recording of a Meeting w/Board - Help Meeting Tonight

If in the past we made oral agreements with the Board and they reniged and/or did not reply to emails, would it be wise to record a special meeting just between me and the three board members?

Right now, I am getting 2 objections. I feel it necessary to do so; however state law requires all parties be aware. (Washington State)

Tell the board you would like to record the meeting to avoid confusion. Tell them you will provide them with a copy. I think that is the best you can do.
Sounds to me like the Board will not allow it. You might want to take notes and ask the board to approve this and will submit a copy to them for comments.
The notes should reflect what was decided about issues. Don't get into who said what.

Hi Cathy:

Two thoughts:
1) Take someone along to the meeting as an independent witness; that way, the Board can't say that you agreed to something you didn't, or they didn't agree to something they did.
2) If the board is not replying to email correspondence, do not hesitate to use both 1st class and certified mail. Sure, it will cost about $5 to do so, but you have official record that you mailed something to them. They may not sign for the certified...so on your letter, put something like:
Via 1st Class and Certified Mail.

If you and the Board agree to anything, get their agreement in writing, signed; they get a copy for the HOA's record and you get a copy for your records.

J. Patrick Moore, CMCA

CathyT1 - My post is too late for your meeting, however does state law require the participants of the meeting agree to be recorded, or just that they are aware? Please post the results of the meeting, it would be very helpful.

You do not necessary have to tell them you are recording them but it is better to be upfront with them. I would place the recorder on the table and tell them you want to concentrate on the discussion as opposed to taking notes therefore you want to record the meeting and transcribe the minutes after the meeting for all to review and approve. They will see how smart you are and will be for it. Do not be surprised if less is said since it is being recorded. Also check the recorder from time to time to make sure all is being recorded.