During this trying time, many people want to show their patriotism by displaying the Stars and Stripes. However, the condo commandos have resurfaced, telling residents that the flags are not allowed.

I represent a new board of directors of our homeowners association, elected to office in March. Our main problem is that previous boards of directors have been lax about enforcing certain rules and regulations, e.g., trucks parked on the property, pets unattended, for-sale signs posted in windows, etc. We are trying to enforce these rules in a reasonable manner and are meeting resistance. Our problem is how to enforce the rules in a consistent manner. We are not and don't want to be "Condo Commandos," policing the area day and night.

Mrs. Ackerman and her ''condo commandos,'' Mondale volunteers who work with her, prowled the poolsides and corridors of the huge apartment blocks this weekend, distributing ballot cards instructing elderly voters how to cast their votes for Mr. Mondale.