I like the idea of charging a minimal fee for voting although it seems that Dallas is not exactly doing the same. I, however, highly recommend this step. Nothing is free, and why should voting be? This fee eliminates disinterested members of the group in deciding who gets what post. If you are unwilling to spend $5 (= charity money) to cast your vote, then I am not sure you care about the group either. On the other hand, if you really think a particular person will do a good job, there is absoultely no reason not to spend $5 either. Moreover, this introduction of fee increases your 'say' in getting who gets elected as well. (earlier you were 1/n, after introducing fee you are 1/k, where n>k).