Waterfront Alliance Inc.

“Form 990, part 1, line 1 description of organization mission:the waterfront alliance works to protect, transform, and revitalize the new york harbor and waterfront. It does so through three focus areas: 1) communication and collaboration 2) policy initiatives and 3) direct service.”

“Part iii, line 4a: communications and collaborationrebranding, waterwire, and website in july 2015, the waterfront alliance re-launched our brand, website, and associated collateral (including becoming the "waterfront alliance"-dropping "metropolitan" from our name) to convey a clear and unified message to our audiences and stakeholders. This effort also included a redesign of waterwire, our twice-monthly electronic newsletter with distribution to more than 10,000 recipients, featuring quality journalism about waterfront policy, news, and events. Our new website and waterwire are mobile- and tablet-responsive, allowing us to literally be at the fingertips of anyone looking for waterfront news, information, and resources. Our website continues to be seen as the leading source for regional waterfront events, journalism, research, waterfront access, and regional and city-wide waterfront policy. In 2015 we revised and implemented a full-scale rebranding and overhaul of the site, including full integration of social media networks and a new city of water day micro-site. Media and publications the waterfront alliance continues to enjoy outstanding success earning media exposure through our events, conferences, and general advocacy including coverage by outlets such as ny1 news, national public radio, the british broadcasting corporation, the new york times, crain's, the guardian, next city, and the new york daily news. This success has increased public awareness of the potential of our waterfront and has influenced public policy discussions as we work to create a more resilient city in the face of rising sea levels. In may 2015, we released the report "climate change accounting: what is the cost?"-a call to action for a comprehensive capital strategy to dramatically reduce our region's flood risk from climate change-related storms and sea level rise through 2100. The report is available to download on our website. Alliance partnersin 2015 the waterfront alliance grew its alliance from 830 to nearly 900 members representing maritime businesses, architects and designers, environmental groups, community organizations, and recreational boaters, among others. Part ii, line 4b: policy initiativesferry transit programsince the launch of our ferry transit program in january 2013, the waterfront alliance has become the primary non-governmental advocate for expanded and enhanced ferry service in new york city. We have spearheaded a two-pronged advocacy strategy, engaging city council members and public officials to facilitate policy shifts and secure future government subsidies, as well as organizing grassroots ferry campaigns in neighborhoods that could benefit from ferry service. In february 2015, the waterfront alliance achieved one of its primary goals when mayor bill de blasio announced plans for an affordable, frequent, citywide ferry service by 2018. Ongoing advocacy by the waterfront alliance at both the grassroots level and to elected representatives pressed the issue forward, raising a call for ferry transit service to bay ridge, roosevelt island, coney island, and other underserved districts. Waterfront conferenceour annual waterfront conference is the new york metropolitan region's preeminent gathering for the waterfront, regularly attracting more than 600 attendees. Each year, the waterfront conference promises a full day of discourse, workshops, and presentations focused on a broad waterfront theme. Our 2015 waterfront conference was held on may 7 aboard the hornblower infinity under the theme shaping your 21st century waterfront, with keynote speaker timothy beatley, ph.d., professor of sustainable communities at the university of virginia.waterfront edge design guidelines (wedg)the waterfront alliance developed wedg as a way to achieve real and necessary change at the waterfront. With input from hundreds of waterfront experts, we created guidelines and an incentive-based ratings system. We earned the support of all major gover”

“Waterfront Alliance has the form 990 prepared by an outside accounting firm and has established the following process to ensure that the information reported is complete and accurate. The President, Treasurer, and Finance Committee meet with the outside accountant and review the form 990 in detail to ensure that it correctly reflects all activities and policies at Waterfront Alliance. The final version is sent to the Board of Directors prior to submission to the Internal Revenue Service.”

“The conflict of interest policy is applicable to directors, officers, and employees who can influence the actions of waterfront alliance. If an employee believes that they have a conflict, they should disclose it to the ceo, who shall bring the matter to the attention of the board. If a director believes they have a conflict, they should disclose it to the board chair, who shall bring it to the board's attention.the board shall determine whether a conflict exists and in the case of an existing conflict, whether the contemplated transaction may be authorized as just, fair, and reasonable to waterfront alliance. The decision of the board on these matters will rest in their sole discretion, and their concern must be the welfare of waterfront alliance and the advancement of its purpose.”

“The decision on salary of the CEO was taken by the full board on recommendation by the Executive Committee. Prior to discussion with the Executive Committee, the Treasurer and the Chairs of the Board and the Governance Committee reviewed comparable salary information researched by the Treasurer; performance reviews of the CEO compiled by the Governance Chair; the fiscal condition of the Organization; and prior salary history.”

“The Organization makes its form 990 available for public inspection as required under section 6104 of the internal revenue code by posting it on GuideStar.org and its own website. In addition, the financial statements, conflict of interest policy, articles of incorporation and by-laws are also available upon written request at 217 Water Street, suite 300, New York, NY 10038 or by calling the Organization directly at (212)935-9831.”

“The Organization estabished an Audit Committee in April 2015 that among other things, assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant.”

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