How to Create an Online Ballot

Step 1: Log In to Your Account

1. Visit PagePerPage.com: Open your web browser and go to PagePerPage.com.
2. Log In: Click on the "Log In" button located at the top right corner of the homepage. Enter your email and password to access your account. If you do not have an account, click on "Get Started" to create one.

Step 2: Navigate to the Ballot Creation Tool

1. Access the Dashboard: Once logged in, you will be directed to your dashboard.
2. Select 'Online Voting': On the left hand menu, find and drop drown on the "Online Voting" tab, then select "Create Ballot/Survey" from the dropdown menu.

Step 3: Set Up Your Ballot

1. Enter Ballot Details: Fill in the necessary details for your ballot, including:
   1. Community Name
   2. Voting timeframe and Time Zone
   3. Quorum - the quorum minimum percentage of votes required for a vote to be considered valid and binding.
   4. Introduction / Description -  The introduction/description serves as a brief explanation of the purpose of the vote, the process, and any important information homeowners need to know before participating. This section should help voters understand what is being decided, why it matters, and how they can cast their vote. If you do not require a instructions/descriptions, simply enter "N/A".
   5. Disclaimer - The disclaimer typically serves several purposes, including clarifying the terms and conditions under which the vote is being conducted and protecting the HOA from potential legal challenges. If you do not require a legal disclaimer, simply enter "N/A".
2. Upload Ballot Documents: When conducting an online vote for an HOA, several documents and supporting materials can be included alongside the ballot to ensure that homeowners have all the necessary information to make informed decisions. These documents should be easily accessible and clearly organized. Examples include, but are not limited to:
   1. Proposed Budget
   2. Amendments to CC&Rs
   3. Board Member Candidate Information
   4. Legal Disclaimer
   5. Proxy Forms

Step 4: Configure Election(s)

1. Enter in Minimum and Maximum Votes Allowed
2. Introduction / Description -  The introduction/description serves as a brief explanation of the purpose of the election, the process, and any important information homeowners need to know before participating. If you do not require a instructions/descriptions, simply enter "N/A".
3. Add/Edit Candidate Profiles: Customize Candidate profiles including:
   1. Name
   2. Contact information
   3. Qualifications / Biography
   4. Candidate photo
4. Repeat steps 2-3 if there is more than one election

Step 5: Add Survey Questions

Adding survey questions to an HOA online ballot can be highly beneficial for several reasons, as it allows the HOA to gather valuable feedback from homeowners beyond just voting on specific issues.

If there are no survey questions needed, simply skip to the next step.

Step 6: Review Ballot