Inspectors of election must perform their duties impartially, in good faith, to the best of their abilities, and as expeditiously as practical. As provided for in Civil Code ¡ì1363.03(c)(3)&(4), inspectors of election must:
 

• Determine the number of memberships and the voting power of each;
   
• Determine the authenticity and effect of proxies, if proxies are used;
   
• Receive and hold ballots;
   
• Hear and determine all challenges and questions regarding voting issues [If there are three inspectors, the decision of a majority shall be effective in all respects as the decision of all.];
   
• Count and tabulate votes (Civil Code ¡ì1363.03(f));
   
• Determine when the polls close [if the election is conducted entirely by means of absentee ballot, the polls may close prior to the meeting date];
   
• Determine the result of the election [any report made by the inspectors is prima facie evidence of the facts stated in the report] (Civil Code ¡ì1363.03(c)(4));
   
• Perform such acts as may be proper to conduct the election with fairness; and
   
• Keep custody of the ballots until they are turned over to the association. (Civil Code ¡ì1363.03(h))