Counseling Service of Addison County Inc.

“The form 990 is first reviewed by the cfo and the director of operations & organizational development. A further review of the form 990 is then performed by the finance committee of the board of directors and organizations executive director for final approval. A copy of the final version of the 990 is given to all board members before filing.”

“All board members are required to disclose conflicting relationships to the board president and executive director. If a conflict of interest arises the board president along with the executive committee of the board meet about the specific situation to make certain the individuals involved are aware of the situation and to map an appropriate course of action.”

“When determining compensation for the executive director, the director of operations & organizational development uses a standardized agency compensation formula. The compensation formula is then annualized. If there is consideration of modifying compensation outside of the standard compensation formula (other than change of duties or responsibilities) a board committee and/or the board president would review in conjunction with the director of operations & organizational development. The compensation amount would then be presented by the director of operations and organizational development to the board of directors or executive committee for their review and any revision and final approval. As part of their oversight function, the board of directors regularly reviews the specific pay and benefits package for each senior employee, including the executive director and each member of the management team.”

“The director of operations & organizational development uses a standardized agency compensation formula when determining compensation for other officers, and key employees. The compensation formula is then annualized. If there is a consideration of modifying compensation outside of the standard compensation formula (other than change of duties or responsibilities) the executive director has final authority. However, pay for officers and other key staff is regularly reviewed by the board of directors.”

“The governing documents and conflict of interest policy can be accessed by requesting them from the chief financial officer, compliance officer, the executive director or executive director's secretary. The audited financial statements are available for public viewing at 89 main street and 109 catamount locations; otherwise copies can be requested from the chief financial officer.”

“Adult services: full range of outpatient counseling for community members over the age of 18 emergency screening substance abuse”