MDM Observatory Consortium Inc.

“Membership of the Corporation is made up of the following: Dartmouth College (25%), Ohio State University (25%), Columbia University (25%), University of Michigan (17%) and Ohio University (8%).”

“At the annual meeting, each member appoints one person as a trustee of the corporation. The trustee is a faculty member of the member University, appointed by a Provost, Dean, or Vice President of the member University.”

“The Organization did not form any committees with the authority to act on behalf of the governing body.”

“Form 990 is prepared by personnel in the Controller's Office of Dartmouth College, one of the Corporation's member institutions. Prior to the return being filed, a draft of the completed Form 990 is sent to the Treasurer of the Corporation. The Treasurer of the Corporation meets with the Controller's Office personnel to review the draft 990, the process by which it was prepared and to discuss items of significance, and resolve any questions. Prior to filing, the 990 is sent to the full board.”

“Potential conflicts of interest are discussed by officers and directors prior to engaging in transactions for significant purchases of equipment or services. In addition, a report of any family or business relationships is required of officers and directors annually. The Treasurer of the Corporation reviews all reports.”

“Governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available upon request from the Treasurer of the Corporation.”

“Personnel Services: Program service expenses 200,719. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 200,719. Technical Support: Program service expenses 46,582. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 46,582.”