Connecticut Forest and Park Association Incorporated

“Cfpa has members who pay membership dues”

“Members are involved in the election of the directors. The directors then elect their officers.”

“Regular meetings are held to discuss/approve decisions”

“The 990 is reviewed by the executive director and board of directors. Once all questions have been resolved it is approved by the board and recorded in the minutes and filed with the internal revenue service.”

“Board members have been provided with handbooks that include the conflict of interest policy. This policy (adopted may 4, 2007) and others are reviewed with all new board members and existing board members that would like re-orientation. In addition, there is a conflict of interedt policy in the cfpa employee handbook that was last updated on february 6, 2012.”

“Compensation for the executive director was determined and is reviewed annually by the board of directors. The board consists of individuals with strong business experience as well as with other non-profits.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available upon request.”

“The connecticut forest and park association (cfpa) protects forests, parks, walking trails and open spaces for future generations connecting people to the land. Cfpa directly involves individuals and families, educators, community leaders and volunteers to enhance and defend ct's rich natural heritage.”

“Public policy - cfpa works with community leaders, legislators, and governmental agencies to help ensure strong environmental laws and sound public policies in connecticut.”

“Pass through grants 29,500 0 0 professional fees 18,045 1,785 0 deferred compensation 13,938 1,379 0 telephone & utilities 11,671 1,154 0 development expenses 2,087 0 9,655 postage and shipping 6,237 920 3,068 land expenses 7,727 0 0 education expenses 5,726 0 0 website 2,222 488 2,708 copier lease 3,767 478 1,062 dues & subscriptions 3,533 349 0 professional development 3,240 0 0 bank fees 2,501 247 0 payroll service 886 98 0 cost of publications sold 949 0 0 total 112,029 6,898 16,493”

“Change in split-interest agreement -23,495 transfer of property -42,000 total -65,495”